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Mohammed Shami’s sensational all-round performance, including a late-innings blitz with the bat and a crucial bowling spell, propelled Bengal to a thrilling three-run victory over Chandigarh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His performance fuels speculation about a potential return to India’s Test squad.
Team India’s decision to prohibit fans from attending net sessions during their Australia tour has sparked debate. Captain Rohit Sharma clarifies the move, citing the need for private team discussions and concerns over disruptive spectator behavior.
England spinner Charlie Dean claimed a stunning hat-trick, triggering a South African collapse and securing a convincing six-wicket victory in the second ODI. This sets up a thrilling decider in the three-match series.
Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bat first against the West Indies in the first ODI of their series. Tanzid Hasan’s explosive start for Bangladesh set the tone, while West Indies’ bowling attack, featuring Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales, looked to make early inroads. Read on for a detailed match report and analysis.
Gus Atkinson’s stunning hat-trick, the 15th by an English bowler in Test cricket, spearheaded England’s commanding performance in the second Test against New Zealand. His three consecutive dismissals propelled England to a substantial lead, showcasing a remarkable display of pace bowling.
Top Afghan cricketers, Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi, have publicly denounced the Taliban’s recent ban on women pursuing health-related education, highlighting the devastating impact on the nation’s future and echoing the concerns of the international community.
Young Indian batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal’s struggles against left-arm pacers continue, raising concerns about a potential technical vulnerability after a first-ball dismissal in the Adelaide Test. His poor record against bowlers like Mitchell Starc and Nandre Burger highlights a significant weakness that needs addressing.
A viral video shows Iranian-American comedian Max Amini chanting the popular Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) slogan, ‘Ee Sala Cup Namde,’ after an RCB fan prompted him during his show. This highlights the incredible global reach and unwavering support for the IPL team, despite their lack of IPL titles.
Ben Stokes has allayed fitness concerns ahead of England’s crucial second Test against New Zealand in Wellington. The match marks a return to the Basin Reserve, scene of a thrilling one-run defeat for England earlier this year. Stokes discusses his fitness, the team’s ambitions, and the rivalry between top-ranked batters Joe Root and Harry Brook.