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AUS vs PAK 1st T20I: Crushing victory for Australia in rain-shortened contest

Pakistan were handed a crushing 29-run defeat In the first T20I by Australia on Thursday at The Gabba, with batters and bowlers churning out blistering performances. The first T20I of the three, which was initially set for a full-length game, was reduced to just seven overs per side due to persistent rain. After being put to bat, Australia put up a competitive total of 94 runs in their allotted seven overs, with Glenn…

Nov 14, 2024

“They'll go very hard at Rohit Sharma”: Former Australian star ahead of BGT

After suffering crushing defeat against New Zealand in the three-match home Test series, team India has found itself under enormous pressure in the lead up to the high-profile Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which begins on November 22. The most talked about subject since India’s defeat has been the form of Indian stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma , who remained ineffective in their attack. As India…

Nov 14, 2024

“All credit goes to Mr. Suryakumar Yadav”: Tilak Varma

Young Indian batter Tilak Varma stood up for the team at the right time as he powered the side to an 11-run victory, helping the side secure an unbeaten 3-0 lead in the four-match series on Wednesday at SuperSport Park, Centurion. Varma plundered (107) unbeaten off (56) to lead the side to a massive total of 219/6 in (20) overs. For his eye-catching performance, Varma was handed ‘Player of the Match’ award. His rocking innings involved eight fours and…

Nov 14, 2024

WI vs ENG 3rd T20I: A crucial third T20I as West Indies scramble to stay alive

The ongoing five-match T20I series between West Indies and England has reached a crucial juncture as both teams once again gear up to face each other in the third match on Friday at Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia. England, leading the series 2-0, will look to extend their dominance, while West Indies are facing a must-win situation in the third T20I to stay alive in the contest. West Indies will be determined to fight back after…

Nov 14, 2024

KL Rahul looks to start afresh

Ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, KL Rahul was released by Lucknow Super Giants where he captained the team for three seasons and also led them to the playoffs in 2022 and 2023 editions of the league. In the last edition of the tournament, LSG finished on the seventh place, winning seven of fourteen matches. After releasing KL Rahul, LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka explained the reason by saying that team wanted to retain the players who had the mindset to win.…

Nov 13, 2024

AUS vs PAK 1st T20I: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI

Shifting their focus to the T20Is, Pakistan and Australia are set to clash in the first match of a three-match T20I series on Thursday at The Gabba. The T20I series comes after a gripping ODI series, where Pakistan prevailed, clinching a 2-1 win in the three-match series. With both teams looking to build momentum, this series is going to be another thrilling spectacle. Pakistan's 2-1 series win against Australia in the ODI format will…

Nov 13, 2024

Andre Russell ruled out of England T20Is

West Indies’ explosive allrounder Andre Russell has been ruled out of the remaining T20Is against England due to a left angle sprain, while Alzarri Joseph returns from suspension. Russell suffered the injury during the first T20I and warmed the benches in the second game. Shamar Springer has been added to squad as a replacement for Russell. As for Alzarri Joseph, he had received a two-match suspension for leaving the…

Nov 13, 2024

SA vs IND 3rd T20I: All you need to know, probable XI, head to head

India and South Africa are set to face off in a crucial third T20I on Wednesday at SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium. With the series tied at 1-1 after both teams won one match each, the third game will determine as to which teams seals the series win. Heading into the third game, both sides would be keen to take a step closer to sealing the series victory in the four-match series. The series has been a thrilling spectacle so far, with both India…

Nov 12, 2024

“They come under criticism, but they come out and perform really well”: Mike Hussey on Rohit, Kohli’s form amidst criticism

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir had strongly rebuked former Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting following the latter's remarks on the form of senior Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during the recent Test series against New Zealand, which India lost 0-3. Ponting, in his comments, had described how both batters were struggling to find form. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who have been…

Nov 12, 2024

South Africa name squads for England white-ball series

South Africa have named their squads for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against England Women. Veteran players Marizanne Kapp and Ayabon Khaka have been rested from T20Is, while Eliz-Mari Marx and Nondumiso Shangase come into the squad alongside Faye Tunnicliffe, who has made her return to the side after three years. Kapp and Khaka will, however, return for ODIs. South Africa’s T20I squad will also…

Nov 11, 2024

Former Pakistan cricketer Javed Miandad’s sharp reaction to India deciding against travelling to Pakistan

With the reports doing the rounds that India have decided not to travel to Pakistan for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy , there have been sharp reactions from former cricketers over India's stance. As per reports, International Cricket Council (ICC) has informed Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of India’s decision of not travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy. The withdrawal of India from this key event has left…

Nov 11, 2024

Gambhir provides update on Rohit's availability for Perth Test

Amid reports of Rohit Sharma’s unavailability for the first Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia due to personal reasons, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir is hopeful of Sharma’s presence. But, in case, Rohit misses the first Test, then, according to Gambhir, India have plenty of options to fill the vacuum. Gambhir also confirmed if Sharma registers his absence then Jasprit Bumrah will step up to lead the side. "Look, at…

Nov 11, 2024