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.
India’s women’s cricket team, led by coach Amol Muzumdar, is determined to put their T20 World Cup disappointment behind them and focus on their upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. The first match will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium, a familiar ground for Muzumdar, and he expects the pitch to favor batting. Despite the recent World Cup defeat, Muzumdar is confident in his team’s abilities, highlighting their previous 3-0 victory over South Africa and their strong ODI track record.
India’s Women’s cricket team is set to face New Zealand in a three-match ODI series, seeking revenge after a disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. The Kiwis, led by Amelia Kerr and Sophie Devine, pose a formidable challenge for Harmanpreet Kaur’s side, with the series promising exciting clashes between some of the world’s best players.
Sri Lanka, riding a wave of success with its spin attack, is set to face the West Indies in a three-match ODI series. The island nation aims to extend its impressive winning streak, relying heavily on its spinners who have been instrumental in recent victories, including a historic series win against India. Meanwhile, the West Indies, eager to climb the rankings, are prepared for the spin challenge, but will be looking to their young talent, Jewel Andrew, for a boost in the series.
Afghanistan has announced its squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, with key players Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeeb Ur Rahman ruled out due to injuries. The team will be led by Hashmatullah Shahidi and includes experienced players like Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi.
A video of Virat Kohli’s playful dance before a team huddle during the recent India-Sri Lanka series has gone viral, showcasing his vibrant personality and infectious energy. While India lost the ODI series, Kohli remains a key figure in the team and is set to return for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh.
India’s new head coach, Gautam Gambhir, has faced heavy criticism after Team India lost an ODI series against Sri Lanka for the first time in 27 years. Social media users have been quick to troll Gambhir, with many calling for his resignation. The loss comes amidst the Paris Games, further fueling the online criticism.
India captain Rohit Sharma expressed concern over his team’s struggles against spin bowling after a 110-run drubbing in the third ODI resulted in a series loss to Sri Lanka. He urged Indian batters to have a ‘serious look’ at their individual game plans against spin, highlighting the need to address their weaknesses ahead of upcoming challenges.
India’s new head coach Gautam Gambhir aims to continue the winning streak as the Men in Blue face Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series. The series presents an opportunity to assess the team’s depth and solidify a vision for the future, especially with the Champions Trophy looming in 2025. Key areas of focus include finding a third pacer to support Bumrah and Siraj, and deciding on the wicketkeeper’s role between K.L. Rahul and Rishabh Pant. Meanwhile, a depleted Sri Lankan side will look to overcome a recent losing streak and turn the tide against their formidable neighbours.
India Women will be looking to secure an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series against South Africa Women in Bengaluru. India won the first ODI by a comprehensive 143 runs, but there were concerns about the batting performance. The second ODI promises to be an exciting encounter with both teams aiming for a strong performance.
