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Derek Underwood, the renowned English spinner known as ‘Deadly,’ left an indelible mark on the sport before his untimely passing. Despite his formidable presence on the field, Underwood was also a respected opponent and a sociable character. His exceptional bowling skills, particularly his ability to spin the ball accurately at medium pace, made him a challenging adversary for batsmen, especially right-handers. Off the field, Underwood was known for his quick wit and camaraderie, sharing a love for cricket and a pint after play. His legacy as a cricketer, club president, and respected opponent will continue to be admired.

In the upcoming match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Delhi Capitals will face off against Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday. Both teams boast a formidable lineup of players with a mix of experience and rising stars.

With just 40 days until the T20 Cricket World Cup, the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium faces a race against time for completion. Despite being under construction, the venue is scheduled to host eight matches, including the highly-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan. The International Cricket Council (ICC) assures the stadium will be ready on time, utilizing temporary stands repurposed from the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Construction is set to commence on April 29, with a test event planned for May 27 ahead of the opening game on June 3.

Hayley Matthews’ second century of the series, a 141 off 149 balls, propelled West Indies to a crushing 88-run victory over Pakistan in the third and final ODI in Karachi, completing a clean sweep of the series. Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to contain Matthews, who put the visitors in a commanding position with a 101-run partnership with Stafanie Taylor. Pakistan’s response was feeble, with Muneeba Ali’s 38 the highest score as they were bowled out for 190 in the 48th over. Matthews also contributed with the ball, taking 2 for 26 in eight overs, as West Indies sealed a comprehensive victory.

As Sachin Tendulkar celebrates his 51st birthday, we revisit the awe-inspiring numbers that epitomize his illustrious cricketing career, which spanned over two and a half extraordinary decades. Tendulkar, widely hailed as the greatest batter after Sir Don Bradman, broke countless records and set new benchmarks, inspiring a nation of over a billion Indians.

Former Indian cricketer Virendra Sehwag has expressed concern over Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) constant changes in playing strategy, including their playing XI. Sehwag believes that these changes may lead to the team’s downfall, as has been the case in the past when CSK has made similar decisions. He warns that every time CSK has looked confused over their strategy, they have failed to make the playoffs.

Following his stunning innings of 50 not out against Durham last week, Rocky Flintoff, the son of England cricket legend Andrew Flintoff, has further impressed with a blistering century for Lancashire’s second XI against Warwickshire. In an innings that showcased his exceptional batting skills, Rocky struck 116 runs from 165 deliveries, hitting 11 boundaries and three towering sixes. Notably, he shared a memorable moment on the pitch with his brother, Corey Flintoff, who contributed 20 runs from 45 balls.

Yashasvi Jaiswal returned to form for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) with a stylish century against the Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 22. The youngster has struggled at the opening spot for RR in recent matches but adopted a measured approach against MI, hitting the ball through the ground. Senior MI batter and India captain Rohit Sharma praised Jaiswal’s innings, and Jaiswal himself credited Sharma and Virat Kohli for their support. Jaiswal’s performance has put him in contention for the openers’ spot in the T20 World Cup 2024. He will face competition from Shubman Gill, and if the selectors opt for only three openers, Jaiswal may have to sit out the tournament.

Yoni Patel, cricket team manager of the Legend Cricket League 2024, has been indicted before the Colombo High Court over match-fixing charges. Former New Zealand legend Neil Broom and Sri Lankan cricketer Upul Tharanga had alleged that Patel pressured them into match-fixing deals during the tournament. The State Counsel representing Sri Lanka’s Attorney General informed that an indictment for a criminal trial before the High Court had been filed. Patel is currently under a travel ban from leaving Sri Lanka.

Botswana Women will face Rwanda Women in the fifth match of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2024 on April 23, 2024, at 1:30 PM at the Botswana Cricket Association Oval 1 in Gaborone.