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South Africa End Decade-Long Subcontinent Test Drought in Mirpur

South Africa's decade-long wait for a Test victory in the subcontinent has finally come to an end, with their triumph in Mirpur marking a significant milestone for the young and inexperienced squad. The victory, their first in the region since 2014, has instilled a renewed sense of confidence

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Water Woes Plague India-New Zealand Test in Pune

Water Woes Mar India-New Zealand Test in Pune Pune, October 24, 2024: The opening day of the second Test between India and New Zealand at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) stadium was marred by a severe shortage of drinking water, causing extreme inconvenience to spectators. As temperatures soared and humidity

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Washington Sundar's Career-Best 7/59 Bowls India to Advantage in Pune Test

Washington Sundar's remarkable return to the Indian Test team was marked by a career-best performance in the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Replacing Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI, Sundar made an immediate impact, claiming a seven-wicket haul to bowl out the Kiwis for 259 in

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KL Rahul Set to Enter IPL Mega Auction, Future with Lucknow Super Giants Uncertain

KL Rahul's future with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) hangs in the balance as the franchise prepares for the upcoming IPL mega auction. Rahul, who has captained LSG since their inception in 2022, is unlikely to be retained and is expected to enter the auction pool. Despite being

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Clarke Urges Australia to Ditch Smith as Opener, Pick Specialist

Former Australian captain Michael Clarke has urged selectors to abandon the experiment of using Steve Smith as an opener and instead opt for a specialist opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Test series against India. Clarke's suggestion stems from Smith's struggles at the top of the order

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Pakistan Spinners Crush England on Day 1 of Deciding Test

Pakistan Spinners Dominate England on Day 1 of Deciding Test In a captivating opening day of the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi, Pakistan's spin duo of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali wreaked havoc on England's batting lineup. England, opting to bat first, made a promising start

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Indian Bowlers Fight Back After Conway, Ravindra Half-Centuries

The second Test match between India and New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune witnessed an intriguing first day, marked by a spirited comeback from the Indian bowlers and a resilient batting performance from the Kiwis. After New Zealand opted to bat first, openers Tom Latham and Devon Conway

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Cricket's Water Crisis: Balancing Sport and Community Needs

Cricket's Water Crisis: Balancing Sport and Community Needs Cricket, a beloved sport in many parts of the world, faces a growing challenge: balancing the needs of the game with the needs of local communities. In regions grappling with water scarcity, the large-scale water usage for cricket matches has

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India Opt to Bat First in Women's ODI Opener Against New Zealand

India's women's cricket team, led by Smriti Mandhana in the absence of injured captain Harmanpreet Kaur, chose to bat first in the opening ODI against New Zealand at the Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. This is the first women's ODI to be played at this

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Pakistani Fan's Placard for Dropped Babar Azam Goes Viral

Pakistani Fan's Placard for 'Dropped' Babar Azam Sparks Social Media Frenzy In an unexpected twist during the Pakistan vs England series decider at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, a Pakistani fan displayed a placard expressing support for the recently dropped Babar Azam. The placard, which read "

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South Africa Triumph in Dhaka, Boost WTC Standing

South Africa's Test resurgence continued in emphatic fashion as they secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the first Test at Dhaka's Shere Bangla National Stadium. This triumph marks the Proteas' first Test win in Asia since 2014 and significantly boosts their standing in

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Ashwin Surpasses Lyon as Leading Wicket-Taker in ICC World Test Championship

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier off-spinner, has etched his name in the record books by becoming the leading wicket-taker in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). During the second Test against New Zealand at Pune's Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium, Ashwin took two crucial wickets in the

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Sarfaraz Khan's Instincts Steal Wicket for India in Pune Test

In a dramatic turn of events during the second Test between India and New Zealand in Pune, Sarfaraz Khan's unwavering conviction led to the dismissal of Will Young, stealing a crucial wicket for the hosts. The incident occurred in the 24th over of New Zealand's innings.

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KL Rahul's Test Career on the Line as Sarfaraz Khan Mounts Pressure

KL Rahul's Time Running Out as Sarfaraz Khan's Form Mounts Pressure Ahead of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune, the Indian team faced a crucial decision: whether to retain out-of-form KL Rahul or select in-form Sarfaraz Khan. After India's loss in the

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Gavaskar Slams Kuldeep Yadav's Exclusion from India's Playing XI

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his disappointment over the exclusion of Kuldeep Yadav from the playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Gavaskar criticized the move, suggesting it indicated "panic" from the team management. India entered the second Test trailing 0-1 in

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Ashwin Strikes Early, Dismisses Latham in Pune Test

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier spinner, delivered a crucial early breakthrough for the hosts in the second Test against New Zealand at the MCA Stadium in Pune. Ashwin dismissed New Zealand captain Tom Latham in his fifth delivery, setting the tone for India's bowling attack. Bowling with

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England Add Cox and Rehan to White-Ball Squads for Caribbean Tour

England's white-ball squads for their upcoming Caribbean tour have been bolstered by the additions of Jordan Cox and Rehan Ahmed. Both players are currently with the Test team in Pakistan, but will join the white-ball squad in Antigua on Monday. Cox, the Essex wicketkeeper-batter, is set to make

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South Africa Set 106-Run Target in First Test Against Bangladesh

South Africa's bowlers put in a dominant performance on the final morning of the first Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur, dismissing the hosts for 307 and setting themselves a target of 106 runs to win. Kagiso Rabada, who had already taken his 300th Test wicket on day three,

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Sarfaraz Khan Replaces KL Rahul in India's Test XI for Pune

After his remarkable 150 in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in the playing XI for the second Test in Pune was inevitable. His maiden Test century, scored under immense pressure, spearheaded India's fightback. With Virat Kohli dismissed on the final

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Mohammed Shami Nears Return, Targets Australia Series

Mohammed Shami, India's seasoned pacer, is on the road to recovery after a year-long absence due to an ankle injury. The 34-year-old underwent Achilles tendon surgery earlier this year and has been working diligently to return to competitive cricket. Shami's recovery has progressed steadily, and he

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Harshit Rana Released from Test Set-up, Joins Delhi for Ranji Trophy

Harshit Rana Released from Test Set-up, to Join Delhi for Ranji Trophy India seamer Harshit Rana has been released from the Test squad and will return to his domestic team, Delhi, for their upcoming Ranji Trophy fixture against Assam. The decision was made at the request of the Delhi and

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India's Historic Comeback: From 36 All Out to Series Victory

India's Historic Comeback: A Triumph of Resilience and Determination In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, India overcame adversity to clinch a memorable 2-1 series win against Australia during the 2020-21 tour. After being bowled out for their lowest-ever total of 36 in Adelaide, many wrote the

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Mohammed Shami Praises Rohit Sharma's Leadership, Assures Fitness for Australia Series

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has lauded Rohit Sharma's leadership, highlighting his ability to empower players and recognize their potential. Shami, who has played under Rohit's captaincy in limited-overs cricket, praised his understanding of each player's strengths and his ability to utilize them effectively. "

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Sheffield Shield Round 2: Openers Struggle, McSweeney Impresses, Keepers Shine

The second round of the Sheffield Shield provided insights into the race for Test selection and the form of players ahead of the upcoming series against India. Openers Struggle: Australia's specialist openers continue to underperform. Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft have failed to impress, while Matt Renshaw and

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Kohli's Heroics Lead India to Triumphant Victory Over Pakistan in T20 World Cup

India's Triumphant Victory Over Pakistan in the 2022 T20 World Cup: A Memorable Encounter On October 23, 2022, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) witnessed an unforgettable clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The match, played in front of a