A local cricket match in Bengaluru has gone viral for its commentary in Sanskrit, highlighting the potential of digital platforms to revive traditional languages and the growing importance of linguistic inclusivity in India. The initiative has sparked widespread interest in Sanskrit and calls for its broader inclusion in mainstream sports broadcasting.
Bangladesh secured a historic 2-0 series sweep against Pakistan in the Test series, marking a new low point for Pakistan’s Test cricket history. This victory comes after a long period of struggles for the Pakistani team, who have now lost their last ten home Test matches. Bangladesh’s success represents a significant moment for their cricket program, highlighting their growing strength and dominance.
Left-handed batsman Prateek Yadav scored a brilliant century (109 runs) and skipper Amandeep Khare fell just short of a ton (97 runs) as Chhattisgarh reached 450/9 in their first innings before rain stopped play on day two of the Buchi Babu Memorial All-India Invitational Cricket Tournament semifinal against TNCA XI. The match was eventually abandoned due to rain, setting up an exciting finish on the final day.
Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer took a playful jab at Michael Vaughan after the ex-England captain suggested a two-tier system for Test cricket. Jaffer highlighted England’s recent climb in the World Test Championship table after a period of struggles, suggesting Vaughan’s suggestion was poorly timed.
Bangladesh achieved a historic 2-0 series sweep over Pakistan in the second Test in Rawalpindi. Bangladesh chased down a target of 185 runs to win, with strong contributions from openers and key partnerships ensuring victory. This follows a dominant performance in the first innings, where Bangladesh bowled Pakistan out for just 172 runs.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the 2025 World Test Championship final will be held at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London from June 11th to 15th. This will be the first time the iconic venue will host the one-off Test, marking a significant shift from The Oval, which hosted the previous two finals.
The upcoming Duleep Trophy, starting September 5th, will see a plethora of Indian cricket stars vying for a spot in the Test team. The tournament becomes crucial as India faces a packed Test calendar, with players looking to solidify their positions and showcase their talents ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy and World Test Championship.
Indian pacer Mohammed Shami’s humorous insights into his World Cup experiences, particularly his knack for seizing opportunities, have left a lasting impression on the cricket world, including Indian captain Rohit Sharma. Shami’s candidness, self-deprecating humor, and unwavering determination shine through in his recounting of his World Cup journeys.
Follow Sportstar’s live coverage of Day 5 of the Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Get the latest scores, updates, and analysis as Pakistan aims to secure a series win.
Bangladesh is poised for a historic Test series win over Pakistan, needing just 143 runs to win the second Test. Zakir Hasan’s aggressive batting and the dominant bowling performance by Bangladesh’s young pace attack have put them in a commanding position. Despite rain interrupting play on day four, Bangladesh remains in a strong position to secure a memorable victory on day five.
