India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has thrown his support behind struggling opener KL Rahul, who is facing criticism following his poor performance in the first Test against New Zealand. Despite calls for his removal from the team, Gambhir has emphasized the importance of team management’s belief and Rahul’s proven ability to deliver big runs.
Kyle Verreynne’s brilliant century on Tuesday helped South Africa establish a commanding lead in the first Test against Bangladesh. The visitors took a 202-run lead after bowling out Bangladesh for a paltry 106 in the first innings. Despite a valiant fightback by Bangladesh in their second innings, South Africa remained firmly in control as bad light stopped play.
Kagiso Rabada etched his name in the record books, claiming his 300th Test wicket and becoming the fastest to reach this milestone. Bangladesh struggled against the South African pace attack, bowled out for a paltry 106 on the first day of the first Test. Despite a late fightback, South Africa ended the day on 140-6, leading by 34 runs.
Sajid Khan and Noman Ali, two contrasting personalities who have formed a formidable spin bowling partnership, were the architects of Pakistan’s historic Test win against England. The duo took all 20 wickets in the second Test, a feat last achieved 51 years ago, and have become the unlikely heroes of a resurgent Pakistani team. This win sets up a thrilling finale in Rawalpindi, where Pakistan seeks to claim the series victory.
India’s pursuit of a historic 107-run victory target in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru is facing a rain-threatened Day 5. After Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant’s heroics helped India overcome a massive deficit, the Black Caps fought back with the second new ball. Rain interruptions have already impacted the match, and the weather forecast for Day 5 is uncertain, putting India’s chance of a record-breaking chase in jeopardy.
Rising Indian batsman Sarfaraz Khan etched his name in the history books during the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, achieving the rare feat of scoring a duck and a 150+ score in the same match. This remarkable feat places him alongside Madhav Apte and Nayan Mongia, two former Indian cricketers who also accomplished this unusual double, highlighting his resilience and potential in Test cricket.
Virat Kohli etched his name in Indian cricketing history by becoming the fourth batter to reach the coveted 9000 Test runs milestone. He achieved this feat during the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru, joining the ranks of cricketing legends Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar. This achievement highlights Kohli’s consistent brilliance and enduring legacy in the world of Test cricket.
Pakistan’s spin attack, led by Noman Ali’s sensational eight-wicket haul, dismantled England in the second Test at Multan, securing a 152-run victory and leveling the three-match series at 1-1. England, chasing 297 for victory, crumbled to 144 in the morning session of the fourth day, succumbing to the relentless spin on a turning wicket. Noman’s exceptional performance, coupled with contributions from Sajid Khan, proved too much for England’s batting lineup.
Rachin Ravindra, a young New Zealand batsman, achieved a historic feat in Bengaluru, becoming the first Kiwi batter to score a century in India since 2012. His remarkable performance during the first Test match against India at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium solidified his position as a rising star in international cricket.
Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has surpassed Ravichandran Ashwin to become the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket for the 2024 calendar year. Bumrah achieved this milestone by dismissing Tom Blundell in the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. He has now taken 39 wickets in just 15 innings this year.
