The Indian Women’s Cricket team set a new world record for the most runs scored in a single day’s play in a Test match, surpassing a record that stood for nearly 90 years. Opener Shafali Verma’s double century and Smriti Mandhana’s century propelled India to a massive 525 runs on the first day against South Africa in Chennai.
Indian batter Shafali Verma smashed the fastest double century in Women’s Test history during the first Test against South Africa in Chennai. The 20-year-old reached the milestone in just 194 balls, marking her maiden international century in the longest format.
India’s Shafali Verma etched her name in the record books by smashing the fastest century in Women’s Test history during the match against South Africa in Chennai. The 20-year-old reached her hundred off just 113 balls, surpassing the previous record of 137 balls set in 1984. Fellow opener Smriti Mandhana followed suit with a century of her own, securing second place on the fastest century list.
Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma smashed a new record for the highest opening partnership for India Women in Tests, surpassing their own previous mark set in 2021. The duo put on a dominant display against South Africa in Chennai, showcasing their exceptional batting skills.
The highly anticipated lone Test match between India Women and South Africa Women is set to begin at 9:30 am IST in Chennai. Fans can catch all the action live on the network and through streaming on the app and website. Stay tuned for live updates and scores throughout the day.
West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach has been ruled out of the upcoming tour of England due to a knee injury, leading to the selection of uncapped Jeremiah Louis as his replacement. Louis, a 28-year-old first-class cricketer for the Leeward Islands, will be making his debut on the tour, which features three test matches against England.
India Women are set to face South Africa Women in a historic Test match in Chennai, marking only their fifth home Test since 2022. With an impressive unbeaten streak and strong spin bowling, India are considered favorites, while South Africa will be looking to overcome recent losses.
James Anderson, England’s legendary fast bowler, has announced his retirement from Test cricket after an illustrious 21-year career. Widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers of all time, Anderson holds the record for the most Test wickets among pace bowlers with 700 dismissals. Throughout his tenure, he has been a cornerstone of England’s bowling attack, showcasing exceptional skill and longevity. Anderson’s retirement marks the end of an era for Test cricket, and he will undoubtedly be remembered as a true icon of the sport.
James Anderson, England’s all-time leading wicket-taker in Test cricket, has announced his retirement from the format. Throughout his illustrious 21-year career, Anderson has delivered numerous unforgettable performances, cementing his status as one of the greatest bowlers the game has ever witnessed. Let’s delve into some of his most memorable spells that left an indelible mark on the sport.
KL Rahul, the flamboyant Indian batter, opens up about his journey from being perceived primarily as a Test player to becoming an indispensable part of India’s white-ball teams. Rahul attributes his transformation to his hard work and the opportunity to showcase his skills in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2016.
