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India Dominates Bangladesh, Reaches Women's Asia Cup Final

India Dominates Bangladesh, Reaches Women’s Asia Cup Final

By July 26, 2024 0

India’s women’s cricket team secured a commanding victory over Bangladesh in the semifinals of the Women’s Asia Cup, advancing to their ninth final appearance. Led by Renuka Singh’s three-wicket haul and Smriti Mandhana’s blistering half-century, India cruised to a 10-wicket triumph.

Bangladesh, opting to bat first, faced an early setback as Renuka Singh dismissed Dilara Akter in the opening over. The Indian pacer continued her dominance, removing Ishma Tanjim and Murshida Khatun in quick succession, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 25 for three.

Captain Nigar Sultana attempted to anchor the innings, but found limited support from her teammates. Left-arm spinner Radha Yadav provided excellent support to Renuka, claiming three wickets of her own. Bangladesh’s innings eventually folded for a meager 80 runs.

In response, India’s openers, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, made light work of the chase. Mandhana showcased her class with elegant drives and a towering six, while Shafali played with characteristic aggression. The duo remained unbeaten, guiding India to victory in just 11 overs.

Mandhana’s 55 not out off 39 deliveries included nine boundaries and a six, while Shafali contributed an unbeaten 26 off 28 balls. India’s fielding was also impressive, with Shafali making a diving catch to dismiss Rabeya Khan.

India will now face the winner of the second semifinal between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the final on Sunday. The defending champions will be aiming to extend their dominance in the tournament, having won the previous six editions.

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Mohammed Shami Eyes Comeback, Mutton Diet Fuels Bowling Speed

Mohammed Shami Eyes Comeback, Mutton Diet Fuels Bowling Speed

By July 26, 2024 0

Mohammed Shami, India’s premier fast bowler, is poised for a comeback after a prolonged injury layoff. Shami last donned the Indian jersey in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, where he emerged as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker despite battling an ankle injury.

Since then, Shami has been sidelined for the entire 2023 season, missing major events like the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the T20 World Cup, which India won in his absence. However, the pacer has recently resumed training and is determined to regain full fitness.

In a recent interview, Shami’s close friend and fellow pacer Umesh Kumar revealed the secret behind Shami’s exceptional bowling speed: his love for mutton. “Shami can tolerate everything, but he cannot survive without mutton,” Kumar said. “If he doesn’t eat 1kg mutton daily, his bowling speed will reduce by up to 15 kmph.”

Meanwhile, India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar expressed optimism that Shami will recover in time for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, starting September 19. “Shami has started to bowl, which is a good sign,” Agarkar said. “September 19 is the first Test, and that was always the goal.”

Agarkar also emphasized the importance of monitoring first-class cricket to identify potential additions to the Test team. “We will need some depth,” he said. “Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj have been around for a while, but there will be some conversation around it.”

Shami’s return to the Indian team will be a significant boost for the side, especially with the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh and the ICC World Test Championship final on the horizon. The pacer’s experience and wicket-taking ability will be crucial for India’s success in these high-stakes matches.

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Kane Williamson and Chris Woakes Join Durban's Super Giants for SA20 2025

Kane Williamson and Chris Woakes Join Durban’s Super Giants for SA20 2025

By July 26, 2024 0

Kane Williamson and Chris Woakes, two renowned international cricketers, have signed with Durban’s Super Giants as direct signings for the upcoming SA20 2025 season. This marks the first SA20 appearance for both players.

Williamson, the former New Zealand captain, recently declined a central contract and relinquished his captaincy to prioritize playing in the SA20. He emphasized his commitment to New Zealand outside of his South African stint. “SA20 looks really exciting,” Williamson said. “My priority still is, absolutely, playing for New Zealand.”

Woakes, a key white-ball player for England, has been instrumental in their ODI and T20I World Cup successes. Despite not being selected for the 2024 T20 World Cup, he remains a valuable asset to any team.

The SA20 tournament will run from January 9 to February 8, with July 21 as the deadline for retentions and August 31 for direct signings. Last season, Durban’s Super Giants finished as runners-up, losing to Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the final.

Other notable England players joining the SA20 include Joe Root, who signed with Paarl Royals, and Ben Stokes, who received a substantial contract offer from MI Cape Town.

The addition of Williamson and Woakes to the Super Giants roster is a significant boost to their title aspirations. Their experience and skill will be invaluable in the competitive SA20 environment.

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Hardik Pandya's Fitness Concerns Raise Questions About Domestic Cricket

Hardik Pandya’s Fitness Concerns Raise Questions About Domestic Cricket

By July 26, 2024 0

Hardik Pandya’s significance in Indian cricket cannot be overstated. As a premier fast-bowling all-rounder, he brings a rare skillset to the team. His presence in the lineup provides exceptional balance, as witnessed during the T20 World Cup. Pandya’s crucial late overs in the final against South Africa played a pivotal role in India’s victory.

However, Pandya’s absence as captain or vice-captain for the Sri Lanka T20I series has raised questions about his fitness. Former Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore, who has experience coaching Indian domestic teams, has shed light on this issue.

Whatmore emphasizes the importance of a robust domestic setup for the health of the national team. He highlights the extensive participation in India’s domestic circuit and the role of the IPL in developing talent. However, he also points out that some players, including Pandya, have not been actively involved in white-ball cricket at the domestic level.

“In my last few years in Baroda, Hardik Pandya wouldn’t ever play white-ball cricket,” Whatmore said. “It always amuses me that he’s termed as the all-rounder from Baroda but he hasn’t played for Baroda for years!”

Whatmore acknowledges that the BCCI has recently taken steps to encourage players to participate in domestic tournaments like the Ranji Trophy. He believes that this will ultimately benefit the national team by providing a stronger foundation for players to develop their skills.

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Jonny Bairstow Admits Toll of Extended International Cricket

Jonny Bairstow Admits Toll of Extended International Cricket

By July 26, 2024 0

Jonny Bairstow, the England wicketkeeper-batter, has acknowledged the toll that an extended period of international cricket has taken on him. After losing his place in the Test team, Bairstow expressed his desire to continue playing for England but admitted that the demands of playing all three formats and the IPL had necessitated sacrifices.

Bairstow emphasized the importance of the break he has taken since returning from the T20 World Cup. “It was a much-needed break,” he said. “It was nice to spend time at home, get away from cricket, and catch up with family.”

Bairstow was the only England player to participate in all four major tournaments this year: the 50-over World Cup, the Test series in India, the IPL, and the T20 World Cup. While he scored a century for Punjab Kings in the IPL, his form in other competitions was inconsistent.

“I had the best part of seven months away from home since January,” Bairstow said. “That’s the scheduling of the game. That’s being lucky enough to be a part of all three formats, but it also means sacrificing time at home.”

Bairstow’s absence from the Test squad for the West Indies series has raised questions about his future in the team. However, he remains determined to regain his place. “I think you know me well enough to know that all I want to do is play for England,” he said.

Despite his recent struggles, Bairstow believes he has a point to prove. “I’ve been around long enough,” he said. “It’s a case of just playing some cricket, scoring some runs, and winning the game.”

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Gambhir and Suryakumar Debut as India's New Leadership Duo Against Sri Lanka

Gambhir and Suryakumar Debut as India’s New Leadership Duo Against Sri Lanka

By July 26, 2024 0

India’s newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir and T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav will make their debut as a leadership duo against a struggling Sri Lankan side in a series of limited-overs matches. The first game of the three-match T20I series will be held on Saturday in Pallekele.

Gambhir, a two-time World Cup winner, takes over the coaching reins from Rahul Dravid. The new coach faces a significant challenge, considering that under Dravid’s guidance, the team reached the final in each of the ICC events — World Test Championship, ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup — in the respective recent editions.

Known for his tenacity and intense approach, Gambhir’s coaching style will present a fresh experience for the players. They will also need to adapt to the leadership of their new T20I captain, Suryakumar.

The selection of Suryakumar as captain came as a mild surprise, as he was chosen over Hardik Pandya despite his relatively limited captaincy experience. The BCCI selection committee emphasized their preference for a captain who was consistently available for selection and considered “dressing room feedback” when deciding to reset the T20I team’s leadership.

The Indian selectors have ample time to reconstruct the team for the next T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Following the recent World Cup victory and the retirement of experienced players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja from T20Is, the team finds itself in a transitional phase.

This presents an opportunity for young talents like Shubman Gill, the vice-captain in both white-ball formats, to solidify his position in the team. Other promising players, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh, and Riyan Parag, will also aim to establish themselves.

Axar Patel seamlessly steps into Jadeja’s role in the playing eleven, while India boasts a wealth of all-round options with the presence of Pandya, Shivam Dube and Washington Sundar.

Jasprit Bumrah has been given a well-deserved rest for this tour, allowing Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj to capitalize on the favorable conditions at the Pallekele International Stadium.

Sri Lanka’s bowling attack has been weakened by the absence of Dushmantha Chameera and Nuwan Thushara. The team has brought in Asitha Fernando and Dilshan Madushanka as replacements.

The island nation, which won the T20 World Cup in 2014, is currently facing challenging times after being eliminated in the first round of the recent edition. In the wake of this disappointment, captain Wanindu Hasaranga, coach Chris Silverwood and consultant coach Mahela Jayawardene all submitted their resignations.

Former SL captain Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed as the interim coach for Sri Lanka. He has encouraged his team to capitalize on the absence of experienced players in the Indian squad. However, Jayasuriya is well aware that his team is in dire need of consistent and strong performances to turn their fortunes around.

The responsibility of leading the team has been given to the promising batsman Charith Asalanka, as Sri Lanka, similar to India, ventures into unfamiliar territory with the aim of improving their cricket.

With the advantage of playing on their home turf, Sri Lanka have reason to be optimistic about changing their fortunes, considering the wealth of talent within their squad. This includes the aggressive former captain Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis and the seasoned Dinesh Chandimal.

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Venkatesh Iyer Joins Lancashire for County Cricket Stint

Venkatesh Iyer Joins Lancashire for County Cricket Stint

By July 26, 2024 0

Venkatesh Iyer, the star all-rounder from the Kolkata Knight Riders’ triumphant Indian Premier League 2024 campaign, has joined Lancashire County Cricket Club for the next five weeks. He will feature in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup and the following two rounds of Vitality County Championship matches in late August.

Iyer, who is attempting to make a comeback to the Indian national team, expressed his excitement about following in the footsteps of Indian greats like Farokh Engineer, Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman, and Washington Sundar, who have represented Lancashire in the past. He believes that testing his skills in both one-day and first-class cricket in English conditions will benefit his game immensely.

Lancashire’s Director of Cricket Performance, Mark Chilton, confirmed that Iyer will play in the County games against Surrey and Hampshire. He praised Iyer’s experience and versatility, noting that he will add depth to the young side during the One-Day Cup and provide an explosive batting option in the middle-order.

However, it is understood that Iyer has not signed an extended contract with Lancashire. He is eager to return to India in time for the Duleep Trophy, scheduled to start on September 5, in his quest to be recalled into India’s set-up. The four squads for the Duleep Trophy will be selected by the national selectors after the conclusion of India’s tour to Zimbabwe.

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Afghanistan to Face New Zealand in Historic One-Off Test

Afghanistan to Face New Zealand in Historic One-Off Test

By July 26, 2024 0

Afghanistan, the rising stars of international cricket, are set to face the formidable New Zealand in a historic one-off Test match in September. This highly anticipated encounter will mark the first time these two nations have clashed in the longest format of the game.

The match will be played at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground in India, a venue that has previously served as Afghanistan’s adopted home ground. This will be Afghanistan’s 10th Test match, and their third in 2024, the most they have played in a single calendar year.

The Test is scheduled to take place from September 9 to 13, approximately one month before New Zealand’s three-Test tour of India. Prior to the Afghanistan Test, New Zealand will embark on a Test series in Sri Lanka, with dates yet to be announced.

This encounter holds significant importance for Afghanistan, as it will provide them with an opportunity to test their mettle against one of the world’s top cricketing nations. Afghanistan has a commendable 3-6 win-loss record in their first nine Tests, with their last victory coming against Zimbabwe in March 2021.

In their two Tests so far in 2024, Afghanistan has faced defeats against Sri Lanka and Ireland. They also lost their one-off Test in Bangladesh last year. Despite these setbacks, Afghanistan remains a formidable opponent, eager to prove their worth on the international stage.

Following the New Zealand Test, England, Australia, Pakistan, and South Africa will be the only countries to have not yet played against Afghanistan in a Test match. Australia had previously withdrawn from hosting Afghanistan in a Test in 2021 due to humanitarian concerns.

The Afghanistan-New Zealand Test match promises to be a captivating spectacle, showcasing the skills and determination of both teams. Afghanistan will be looking to make a statement against a world-class opponent, while New Zealand will be aiming to maintain their dominance in the Test arena.

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India Overwhelming Favorites in Women's Asia Cup Semifinal Clash Against Bangladesh

India Overwhelming Favorites in Women’s Asia Cup Semifinal Clash Against Bangladesh

By July 26, 2024 0

India vs Bangladesh: Women’s Asia Cup Semifinal 1 Live Score

In the highly anticipated semifinal clash of the Women’s Asia Cup, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana won the toss and elected to bat first against India. The match is being played at the Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka.

India, the overwhelming favorites, have been in impressive form throughout the tournament, winning all three of their group matches convincingly. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has shown glimpses of their potential, but they will need to play at their best to upset the Indian juggernaut.

Bangladesh’s slow bowlers, led by Nahida Akhter and Rabeya Khan, will be key to their chances of success. Both bowlers have claimed five wickets apiece in the tournament so far and will look to put pressure on India’s experienced batting lineup.

India will be relying on their star-studded batting unit to deliver once again. Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Harmanpreet Kaur are all in good form and will be looking to make significant contributions.

The start of the innings will be crucial for India, and Shafali Verma will be eager to give her team a solid foundation. The young opener has been in excellent touch throughout the tournament and will be looking to continue her impressive run.

India will also need their bowlers to step up and deliver. The likes of Renuka Singh, Deepti Sharma, and Rajeshwari Gayakwad will be tasked with containing Bangladesh’s batters and picking up regular wickets.

The match promises to be an exciting contest between two teams with contrasting styles of play. India will be looking to impose their dominance and secure a place in the final, while Bangladesh will be aiming to pull off an upset and make history.

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Jasprit Bumrah Breaks Silence on Captaincy Snub, Defends Bowlers' Intelligence

Jasprit Bumrah Breaks Silence on Captaincy Snub, Defends Bowlers’ Intelligence

By July 26, 2024 0

Team India is gearing up to face Sri Lanka in a white-ball series, commencing with three T20I matches from Saturday. The absence of former skipper Rohit Sharma from the shortest format has sparked discussions about his replacement. While all-rounder Hardik Pandya seemed like a potential candidate, the newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar have surprisingly named batter Suryakumar Yadav as the captain for the T20Is against Sri Lanka.

The decision has raised questions about star pacer Jasprit Bumrah’s exclusion from the captaincy race. Bumrah, who played a pivotal role in India’s T20 World Cup 2024 triumph, has expressed his views on the matter.

“I cannot approach the team and demand to be made captain. It’s beyond my authority. I believe bowlers are the intelligent ones because we have to dismiss batters. We constantly face challenges due to shorter grounds and superior bats. I can’t recall any technology or innovation that significantly enhances ball swing. People enjoy watching the ball being hit around and sixes being scored,” Bumrah stated at the Indian Express Adda.

“Bowlers are doing the difficult work. They’re not hiding behind a bat or a flat wicket. When a game is lost, bowlers are blamed. It’s a demanding task. I take great pride in it. You face numerous obstacles. Bowlers develop innovative strategies to succeed because of these challenges. Facing adversity makes you more courageous, and leadership requires courage. We’ve seen Pat Cummins excel. I’ve witnessed Wasim Akram lead. Kapil Dev and Imran Khan have won World Cups. Bowlers are the intelligent ones. Sometimes, it’s physically demanding, which is why batters often assume leadership roles. In my opinion, bowlers are the smart ones,” he added.

Traditionally, bowlers have not been considered for team captaincy. However, Bumrah cited the example of Australia’s skipper Pat Cummins, who led his team to ODI World Cup and World Test Championship titles.

“Perception shifts with results. I faced the perception that my bowling action wouldn’t work, but now people try to imitate it. You don’t need to say anything; let your results speak for themselves. Pat Cummins is a prime example. I’ve achieved many positive outcomes. He won the World Cup and WTC. I don’t believe it’s a burden. When you play cricket, you want responsibility,” said Bumrah.

“You don’t want to hide and be a backbencher. You must have the mindset that if you give me the ball, I will make a difference. I believe there is no greater feeling than having responsibility. Injuries can happen to anyone,” he added.

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