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Rishabh Pant Set for Test Comeback, Earns Praise from WWE Legend

Rishabh Pant Set for Test Comeback, Earns Praise from WWE Legend

By September 11, 2024 0

Rishabh Pant, the dynamic wicket-keeper batter, is poised to make a triumphant return to international red-ball cricket after being named in the Indian squad for the first Test against Bangladesh, commencing on September 19. This marks Pant’s comeback after an extended absence of approximately 20 months, following severe injuries sustained in a car accident in 2022.

Pant’s return has been met with widespread anticipation, as he is widely regarded as a key member of the Indian cricket team. He played a pivotal role in India’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign and recently made his ODI comeback against Sri Lanka.

WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff has expressed his admiration for Pant’s resilience and dedication, commenting on his comeback with the words, “Discipline and commitment. Deadly combination.”

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has also hailed Pant’s potential, stating that he is on track to become an all-time great in Test cricket. However, Ganguly emphasized the need for Pant to improve his performance in shorter formats.

The Indian selectors have opted to give Mohammed Shami additional time to recover from ankle surgery, while including uncapped left-arm pacers Yash Dayal and Akash Deep in the squad. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj will serve as the frontline pacers.

Ganguly expressed confidence in the Indian bowling attack, despite Shami’s absence, stating that it remains a formidable unit. He also highlighted the importance of spin in Indian conditions, with Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav forming a formidable quartet.

Pant’s return to the Indian Test team is a testament to his unwavering determination and the high regard in which he is held by the cricketing fraternity. As he embarks on this new chapter, he will be eager to prove his worth and contribute to India’s success on the international stage.

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KL Rahul Favored Over Sarfaraz Khan for India's No. 5 Spot

KL Rahul Favored Over Sarfaraz Khan for India’s No. 5 Spot

By September 11, 2024 0

KL Rahul’s Experience Trumps Sarfaraz Khan’s Form for India’s No. 5 Spot

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has advocated for KL Rahul to retain his position as India’s No. 5 batsman in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, despite Sarfaraz Khan’s impressive performances earlier this year.

Rahul missed the majority of the England Test series due to injury, allowing Sarfaraz to step in and score 200 runs at an average of 50. However, Srikkanth believes Rahul’s experience and overseas success make him the better choice for the No. 5 spot.

“Honestly, I feel bad for Sarfaraz Khan,” Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel. “But this happens, at times, in Test cricket. You would have been playing well, but when a big player returns, you will have to lose your place.”

Srikkanth also highlighted the upcoming Australia series, where Rahul’s experience in overseas conditions will be crucial. “At the back of the mind, they are also keeping the Australia series. New Zealand are also coming. KL Rahul has performed well overseas, in Australia he has done well,” he added.

Rahul’s recent scores of 37 and 57 in the Duleep Trophy further strengthen his case for selection. Meanwhile, India’s top four are set with Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli, while Rishabh Pant is expected to bat at No. 6 as the wicketkeeper.

Sarfaraz’s recent Duleep Trophy performance, where he scored 9 and 46, poses a tough decision for the selectors ahead of the Bangladesh series. However, Srikkanth’s comments suggest that Rahul is the frontrunner for the No. 5 spot.

The Indian team aims to present their strongest team in this series and future tours against New Zealand and Australia. Rahul’s experience and overseas success make him a valuable asset to the team, and he is likely to retain his place in the batting order for the first Test against Bangladesh.

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ICC Considers Two-Tier System for Test Cricket to Enhance Competition and Development

ICC Considers Two-Tier System for Test Cricket to Enhance Competition and Development

By September 11, 2024 0

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has been contemplating a two-tier system for Test cricket for over a decade. In 2004, then General Manager David Richardson hoped to implement it by 2019, but objections from India and other countries who feared relegation delayed its implementation.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) opposed the plan, arguing that it would diminish the popularity and development of the game. Instead, the World Test Championship was introduced in 2014, but it was criticized for its lack of context.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan recently reignited the two-tier plan, suggesting that it would reduce mismatched games between teams with vastly different resources. He proposed dividing the six top-ranked teams into one group and the remaining six into another, with the teams shuffled after two years.

This pragmatic plan would achieve several benefits:

* More tours among non-elite teams: It would encourage tours between countries beyond the top six, fostering the development of the game globally.
* Rationalized calendar: It would allow for more flexibility in scheduling Test series outside the World Test Championship cycle, such as the Ashes or India-Pakistan series.
* Financial support for struggling teams: The ICC has established a special fund of $10 million to assist financially strapped countries, ensuring that they can continue to participate in Test cricket.

The two-tier system would address the concerns raised by India and other countries. By dividing the teams into two groups, it would eliminate the risk of relegation for the top teams. Additionally, the special fund would provide financial support to ensure that all Test-playing nations have the resources to compete.

The time has come for Test cricket to embrace a two-tier system. It would promote competition, foster the development of the game, and ensure the financial viability of Test cricket for all nations.

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Bedingham and Ackermann Star as Durham Dominate Lancashire

Bedingham and Ackermann Star as Durham Dominate Lancashire

By September 10, 2024 0

Durham’s David Bedingham and Colin Ackermann put on a batting masterclass against Lancashire, guiding their team to a commanding position in their Vitality County Championship match at Chester-le-Street.

Bedingham, who has been in scintillating form this season, notched up his third Championship century and surpassed 1,000 first-class runs for the campaign. His unbeaten 177, coupled with Ackermann’s 111 not out, propelled Durham to a formidable 367 for 4 at the close of play.

The pair’s unbroken stand of 268 has already set a new fifth-wicket record for Durham in first-class cricket, eclipsing the previous mark of 254 set by Bedingham and Ned Eckersley against Nottinghamshire in 2021.

Lancashire, who were bowled out for 228 in their first innings, struggled to contain Durham’s batters. Ben Raine claimed 5 for 44, but the visitors failed to earn a batting bonus point for the third consecutive match.

Durham’s openers, Ben McKinney and Scott Borthwick, fell cheaply to Anderson Phillip and Tom Bailey, respectively. However, Bedingham and Alex Lees steadied the ship, taking Durham to lunch on 46 for 2.

After the break, Bedingham and Ackermann took control of the innings. They weathered two lbw decisions in quick succession, with Lees falling to Phillip for 43 and Ollie Robinson being trapped by Tom Aspinwall for 4.

Undeterred, Bedingham reached his 1,000th first-class run of the season and went on to score his sixth Championship century in just 15 innings. Ackermann also reached his century, ensuring that Durham ended the day with a commanding lead of 139 runs.

Lancashire’s bowlers toiled hard but were unable to make any further breakthroughs. Jennings’ decision to post five men in the deep proved ineffective as Bedingham and Ackermann continued to accumulate runs at a steady pace.

With the sun shining and the rain holding off, Durham supporters witnessed a batting display that has put their team in a strong position to secure a victory.

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Kent's Division One Status in Peril After Dismal Day Two Against Hampshire

Kent’s Division One Status in Peril After Dismal Day Two Against Hampshire

By September 10, 2024 0

Kent’s Division One status hangs precariously after a disastrous second day against Hampshire in the Vitality County Championship at Canterbury. The hosts stumbled to 64 for 5 in response to Hampshire’s mammoth first innings total of 403, with Kyle Abbott claiming 3 for 23.

Hampshire’s dominance began in the morning session, as Tom Prest struck a magnificent 102 and Brad Wheal contributed a career-best 61. Prest reached his century in style, dispatching Charlie Stobo for a six over deep midwicket. The last wicket pair added a further 71 runs, with Wheal smashing a six off Jas Singh.

Kent’s reply was woeful. Mohammad Abbas dismissed Tawanda Muyeye cheaply, and Abbott then ripped through the top order. Daniel Bell-Drummond, Jack Leaning, and Joe Denly all fell for ducks, leaving Kent reeling at 21 for 4. Joey Evison provided some resistance with 21, but Wheal had him caught behind.

The hosts were spared further embarrassment when play was suspended due to bad light and heavy rain. Kent now trail by 339 runs and face the prospect of relegation if they lose and other results go against them.

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Essex Tighten Grip on Nottinghamshire with Pepper's Century

Essex Tighten Grip on Nottinghamshire with Pepper’s Century

By September 10, 2024 0

Nottinghamshire’s relegation woes deepened as they were left trailing Essex by a mammoth 420 runs after the second day of their Vitality County Championship clash at Chelmsford.

Michael Pepper continued his remarkable run of form, scoring his second consecutive century to help Essex post a formidable 457 in their first innings. The wicketkeeper-batsman’s 115 from 147 balls eclipsed his previous best score against Worcestershire last week by three runs.

Pepper’s innings was built on a solid foundation laid by Tom Westley, who scored 122 from 241 balls. The Essex captain put on 69 with Pepper before the latter joined forces with Simon Harmer in a stand of 133 for the seventh wicket.

Harmer’s 51 was his highest score of the season, and his partnership with Pepper threatened to pile further pressure on Nottinghamshire. However, the visitors managed to reduce the deficit to 420 for the loss of captain Haseeb Hameed in the 10.5 overs possible before play was curtailed by bad weather.

Nottinghamshire had started the day on the back foot, with Rob Lord striking for his third wicket of the innings with the 19th delivery of the new ball. However, the Kookaburra was more than 30 overs old before the next wicket fell.

Westley’s patient accumulation ended when he dragged on to his stumps after more than five hours at the crease. Pepper continued to bat sensibly, reaching three figures from 135 balls.

Harmer’s confidence was evident as he reached his first fifty of the season, including a six over midwicket and a reverse-swept four. However, he misjudged a reverse sweep in Freddie McCann’s first over and was bowled.

Nottinghamshire lost Hameed in the fourth over of their reply when he slashed Sam Cook to point. Michael Slater remained unbeaten on 26, but rain added to the gloom to curtail the day with 36 overs remaining.

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Price and Weather Frustrate Middlesex's Promotion Push

Price and Weather Frustrate Middlesex’s Promotion Push

By September 10, 2024 0

Gloucestershire’s Ollie Price and the inclement weather proved to be formidable obstacles for Middlesex’s promotion aspirations on the second day of their Vitality County Championship Division Two encounter at Lord’s.

Price, a right-handed batsman, displayed remarkable resilience to compile an unbeaten 56, his fifth half-century in first-class cricket this season. His gritty innings helped Gloucestershire reach 154 for 5, still trailing Middlesex’s first-innings total of 377 by 223 runs. However, only 41.4 overs were possible due to poor light and rain.

Price’s innings was characterized by his ability to find runs through unconventional means, with many of his seven boundaries coming off the inside edge. His determination was particularly evident after Middlesex captain Toby Roland-Jones’ devastating spell of 3 for 12 in 16 balls either side of lunch. Price’s efforts helped Gloucestershire recover from a precarious 74 for 4 to a more stable position, although they still require 74 runs to avoid following on.

Roland-Jones finished with figures of 3 for 56, while Ryan Higgins claimed 2 for 47. The match was interrupted twice due to bad light, with the second stoppage at 3:15pm forcing the players off for the day.

The start of play was delayed by 40 minutes due to poor light and drizzle. Under overcast skies and with the floodlights illuminated, batting proved challenging from the outset. Roland-Jones’ first delivery to Cameron Bancroft was edged between third slip and gully for three, setting the tone for the day.

Roland-Jones and Higgins consistently tested the batsmen’s technique, with Ben Charlesworth edging the former just short of wicket-keeper Jack Davies. Charlesworth’s luck ran out soon after, as he nicked a superb delivery from Higgins to Sam Robson at first slip.

Bancroft, who had been fortunate to survive several close calls, was eventually dismissed by Roland-Jones, who produced a delivery that jagged back between bat and pad to dislodge the bails.

Bad light forced the players off for an early lunch, and upon their return, Roland-Jones struck again, hitting Miles Hammond on the body with his first ball. Hammond continued after receiving treatment and struck a magnificent four through cover, but he was soon caught at third slip by Tom Helm off another Roland-Jones delivery.

When Roland-Jones removed James Bracey caught behind two balls later, Gloucestershire were in dire straits at 74 for 4. However, Price’s resolute batting, coupled with some wayward bowling from Middlesex, helped Gloucestershire weather the storm.

Graeme Van Buren joined Price in a 50-run partnership, which was broken by Higgins, who trapped Van Buren on the crease. Price’s older brother, Tom, then joined him at the crease, surviving a blow to the head from a short ball from Helm to ensure Gloucestershire’s survival until the weather intervened.

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Sachin Tendulkar's Surprising Field Day for Pakistan: A Cricket Oddity

Sachin Tendulkar’s Surprising Field Day for Pakistan: A Cricket Oddity

By September 10, 2024 0

Sachin Tendulkar’s Unforgettable Field Day for Pakistan: A Tale of Cricket’s Unpredictability

In the annals of cricket history, Sachin Tendulkar’s name is etched in gold as one of India’s most revered cricketers. However, few know of a lesser-known chapter in his illustrious career, where he briefly donned the Pakistan jersey and fielded for the arch-rivals.

During Pakistan’s 1987 tour of India, a festival match was organized at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. As Javed Miandad and Abdul Qadir left the field during the lunch break, a 15-year-old Sachin Tendulkar, not yet the cricketing legend he would become, was called upon to serve as a substitute fielder for Imran Khan’s team.

Eager and energetic, Tendulkar took up a position in the outfield, donning a Pakistan jersey for a brief time. Imran positioned him at long-on, and it wasn’t long before Kapil Dev hit a high ball in his direction. Despite his best efforts and a 15-metre sprint forward, Tendulkar was unable to reach the ball.

In his recently published autobiography, ‘Playing it My Way’, Tendulkar recalled that incident, expressing his belief that had he been positioned at mid-on instead of long-on, he would have been able to catch the ball.

While this event may seem anecdotal, it remains a testament to the spirit of cricket and its unpredictable nature. It showcases Tendulkar’s passion and dedication to the game from a very young age, even if it meant playing for his cricketing rivals.

This brief stint as a Pakistan fielder remains a fascinating footnote in Tendulkar’s illustrious career, highlighting the camaraderie and sportsmanship that can transcend national boundaries in the world of cricket.

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Sussex Dominate Glamorgan with Simpson's Century and Clark's Support

Sussex Dominate Glamorgan with Simpson’s Century and Clark’s Support

By September 10, 2024 0

Sussex’s relentless batting dominance continued at Hove as they piled up a mammoth 407 for 5 against Glamorgan, establishing a commanding lead of 221 runs. Skipper John Simpson led the charge with an unbeaten 112, becoming the first Sussex batter in a decade to notch five Vitality County Championship centuries in a single season.

Simpson’s century, his 15th in first-class cricket, was a testament to his consistency and class. He surpassed the 1,000-run mark for the season, joining Ed Joyce as the last Sussex batter to achieve this feat. Simpson’s partnership with Tom Clark (73*) for the fifth wicket proved crucial, adding 194 runs and securing a fourth batting point for Sussex.

Glamorgan’s bowlers struggled to contain Sussex’s onslaught, with only Dan Douthwaite offering some resistance. Douthwaite claimed two wickets, including the prized scalp of Daniel Hughes (83), who missed out on a second consecutive century. Henry Crocombe (54) also contributed to Sussex’s strong start, reaching his maiden first-class fifty before falling to Ben Kellaway.

Kellaway, the ambidextrous off-spinner, impressed with his control and variation, but his efforts were not enough to stem the flow of runs. Sussex’s top order faltered briefly before lunch, losing four wickets for 25 runs, but Simpson and Clark steadied the ship and took control of the match.

With promotion rivals Yorkshire and Middlesex in contention for victories, Sussex knew the importance of securing a win. They dominated the second day’s play, extending their lead and putting themselves in a strong position to press for victory. The match is set to continue for two more days, and with favorable weather conditions forecast, Sussex will be confident of securing their seventh win of the season.

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Alex Davies Reaches 1,000 Runs in Division One

Alex Davies Reaches 1,000 Runs in Division One

By September 10, 2024 0

Warwickshire captain Alex Davies etched his name into the record books on a rain-affected second day against Worcestershire at Visit Worcestershire New Road, becoming the first player to reach 1,000 runs in Division One of the Vitality County Championship this season.

Davies, who began the day needing just 34 runs, reached the milestone in style, smashing Logan van Beek for two sixes and a boundary in a single over. The 30-year-old, who moved to Warwickshire for the 2022 season, has now achieved the feat for the second time in his career, having previously done so for Lancashire in 2017.

Davies’ impressive innings was eventually ended by Ethan Brookes, who delivered a superb nine-over spell that yielded two wickets. However, Warwickshire had already secured a second batting point before the innings was closed out, with Jack Home pulling Chris Rushworth for successive boundaries to bring up the 300.

Rushworth then struck twice in quick succession, trapping Home lbw and knocking out the off stump of Amar Virdi, leaving Tom Taylor unbeaten on 36.

Warwickshire’s reply got off to a solid start, with Davies reaching his half-century off just 59 balls. However, Brookes struck with the first delivery after lunch, dismissing Will Rhodes, and then claimed the prized scalp of Davies, who inside-edged onto his stumps.

Van Beek then removed Sam Hain, leaving Warwickshire on 112 for 4 at the close of play. Despite the rain interruptions, the day belonged to Davies, who has been in scintillating form throughout the season, averaging 56.88 with four centuries to his name.

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