Afghanistan Host Bangladesh in First ODI, Aiming to Extend Winning Streak

Afghanistan Host Bangladesh in First ODI, Aiming to Extend Winning Streak

AFG vs BAN Live Updates: Afghanistan Aim to Extend Winning Streak in First ODI

Afghanistan and Bangladesh will lock horns in the first ODI of a three-match series in Sharjah on Wednesday, with both teams eager to make a statement. Afghanistan, buoyed by their recent ODI series triumph over South Africa, will be confident of extending their winning streak. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing Test series defeat against the same opponents.

Afghanistan have made Sharjah one of their home grounds, giving them a significant advantage in terms of familiarity with the conditions. They will be led by experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, who has been in impressive form of late. Other key players to watch out for include opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, middle-order batsman Hashmatullah Shahidi, and spinner Rashid Khan.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, will be without their star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who is currently serving a suspension. In his absence, Liton Das will lead the team and will be hoping to set the tone with a strong performance at the top of the order. Other key players for Bangladesh include opener Tamim Iqbal, middle-order batsman Mushfiqur Rahim, and pacer Mustafizur Rahman.

The match is expected to be a closely contested affair, with both teams possessing a blend of experience and youth. Afghanistan will be aiming to continue their winning ways and consolidate their position as a rising force in ODI cricket. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be determined to prove that they are still a formidable opponent and can challenge the best teams in the world.

Rohit Sharma's Test Form Under Scrutiny as India Faces Australia Tour

Rohit Sharma’s Test Form Under Scrutiny as India Faces Australia Tour

Rohit Sharma, India’s captain, has faced criticism for his recent batting performances in Test matches. Despite leading India to victory in the ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup, Rohit’s Test form has been a cause for concern.

In the recent Test series against Bangladesh and New Zealand, Rohit failed to score a century and reached double figures only once. His dismissals have often been through clean bowling, a sign of vulnerability to early swing and seam movement.

As India’s captain and a senior batsman, Rohit faces pressure to perform and lead by example. However, this pressure can make it challenging to play with a free-flowing style, especially in high-stakes tournaments.

Rohit’s poor form has raised questions about his suitability as Test captain. Some critics have called for a change in leadership, while others believe that Rohit deserves more time to prove himself.

With India’s upcoming tour of Australia approaching, Rohit has one more chance to prove his worth as a Test batsman. A victory in the third Test against New Zealand would save India from a clean sweep at home and provide some respite for Rohit.

However, the knives will be out Down Under, where India will face a formidable Australian team. Rohit’s batting form will be crucial to India’s chances of success in Australia.

Ravindra Jadeja Laments India's First Home Test Series Loss in 12 Years

Ravindra Jadeja Laments India’s First Home Test Series Loss in 12 Years

Ravindra Jadeja, India’s premier all-rounder, has expressed his disappointment over India’s recent Test series loss at home against Bangladesh. This marks the first time India has lost a Test series at home since 2012, when Jadeja was a rookie in the team.

Jadeja, who has been a key figure in India’s Test success over the past decade, admitted that the loss was a bitter pill to swallow. “I was scared of this. I didn’t want to lose a single series in India until I played, but it has happened,” he said.

The left-arm spinner, who picked up his 14th five-wicket haul in the series, believes that the team’s mindset played a role in their downfall. “When you are down in the series and such a situation comes up, obviously it feels like if you are down 2-0 in the series, that’s why you panicked and you made a mistake,” Jadeja explained.

Jadeja also pointed out that India’s high expectations may have contributed to their struggles. “We have raised our expectations so high that we have not lost a single series for 12 years, and in 12 years, I have been involved in only five losses at home. As a team, it is a lesson. We need to pick up positives from this.”

Despite the disappointment, Jadeja remains optimistic about India’s future. “We have a young team and we have a lot of potential. We just need to learn from our mistakes and come back stronger,” he said.

South Africa Crush Bangladesh with Record Test Victory

South Africa Crush Bangladesh with Record Test Victory

South Africa’s relentless bowling attack, led by Keshav Maharaj’s five-wicket haul, propelled them to a historic Test victory over Bangladesh in Chattogram. The Proteas secured an innings and 273-run triumph, their largest ever in Test cricket, completing a 2-0 series sweep.

Bangladesh’s batting woes continued as they were dismissed for a paltry 143 in their second innings, failing to overcome a massive 416-run deficit. Maharaj’s left-arm spin proved lethal, claiming 5-59, while Kagiso Rabada’s pace had earlier decimated the hosts with 5-37 in the first innings.

The Proteas’ dominance was evident from the outset, with Rabada striking twice in quick succession to reduce Bangladesh to 48-8. Mominul Haque’s valiant 82 provided a brief respite, but Maharaj’s dismissal of the opener for a duck in the second innings extinguished any hopes of a comeback.

Mushfiqur Rahim and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Bangladesh’s experienced campaigners, failed to deliver, falling cheaply to Maharaj and Senuran Muthusamy, respectively. Najmul Hossain Shanto’s dismissal by Muthusamy left the hosts reeling at 78-7.

Hasan Mahmud’s late resistance, including four sixes, delayed the inevitable, but Maharaj sealed the match by dismissing Nahid Rana for a duck. Muthusamy also impressed with 4-45 in the second innings, completing a comprehensive bowling performance for South Africa.

“We had some special performances that got us into strong positions,” said stand-in captain Aiden Markram. “It’s a proud moment for us, and one we’ll reflect on as a special team.”

Bangladesh skipper Najmul acknowledged their batting struggles, stating, “If the top order doesn’t contribute well, this is the kind of result we’ll get.”

South Africa’s victory was built on the foundation of three maiden Test centuries in their first innings: Tony De Zorzi (177), Tristan Stubbs (106), and Wiaan Mulder (105 not out). The Proteas’ dominance extended to the bowling department, with Rabada and Maharaj leading the charge.

Bangladesh’s inability to match South Africa’s batting and bowling prowess resulted in their 16th consecutive Test defeat against the Proteas. The series sweep highlights the gulf in quality between the two sides and serves as a wake-up call for Bangladesh to address their batting deficiencies.

Mominul Haque, Taijul Islam Rescue Bangladesh from South African Onslaught

Mominul Haque, Taijul Islam Rescue Bangladesh from South African Onslaught

Mominul Haque’s gritty half-century and a crucial ninth-wicket partnership with Taijul Islam rescued Bangladesh from a precarious position on the third morning of the second Test against South Africa.

After South Africa’s pace attack, led by Kagiso Rabada, tore through Bangladesh’s top order, leaving them reeling at 48 for 8, Haque and Islam combined for an 89-run stand that frustrated the Proteas.

Rabada, who recently regained the top spot in the Test bowling rankings, continued his impressive form, claiming his second five-wicket haul of the series. His average of 7.78 in the series is the best among South Africans who have taken at least ten wickets.

Bangladesh’s collapse began with the dismissal of Mushfiqur Rahim, who gifted a catch to Tony de Zorzi at square leg for a second-ball duck. The wickets continued to fall in quick succession, with four batters dismissed within 12 balls.

However, Haque and Islam showed resilience and determination, digging in to rebuild Bangladesh’s innings. Haque reached his 20th Test fifty, while Islam provided valuable support with a patient 33.

Their partnership frustrated South Africa’s bowlers and gave Bangladesh a glimmer of hope. The Proteas eventually broke through when Rabada dismissed Islam, but Haque remained unbeaten on 51 at the end of the day’s play.

Bangladesh still trail South Africa by 144 runs, but Haque’s innings and the ninth-wicket stand have given them a fighting chance of saving the Test.

BCB Removes 11 Directors, Forms Constitution Amendment Committee

BCB Removes 11 Directors, Forms Constitution Amendment Committee

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has removed 11 directors from its board for failing to attend three or more consecutive meetings, as per the board’s constitution. The list includes former president Nazmul Hassan and BPL chairman Sheikh Sohel.

The other directors removed are Manzur Kader, AJM Nasir Uddin, Anwarul Islam, Shafiul Alam Chowdhury, Ismail Haider Mallick, Tanvir Ahmed, Obeid Nizam, Gazi Golam Murtoza, and Nazib Ahmed. Additionally, the BCB accepted resignations from three other directors: Naimur Rahman, Khaled Mahmud, and Enayet Hossain Siraj.

All of the removed and resigned directors have been absent since the Awami League government was overthrown on August 5th following student protests. They have direct or indirect connections to the Awami League. Nazmul Hassan was the sports minister, Shafiul Alam Chowdhury was an Awami League MP, and Nasir Uddin was a former Chattogram mayor during the Awami League’s 15-year reign. Sheikh Sohel and Nazib Ahmed are relatives of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, while Ismail Haider Mallick was a close associate of Nazmul Hassan.

Before the government’s fall, the BCB had 25 directors. After the departure of 14 directors, 10 remain, as one had passed away before August.

The BCB has also formed a constitution amendment committee headed by director Nazmul Abedeen. According to a press release, “the committee will be responsible for assessing the current BCB constitution, identifying areas of improvement, and proposing amendments that align with the strategic goals and evolving needs of the BCB.”

Two weeks after an interim government was sworn in on August 8th, the BCB directors elected Faruque Ahmed, the former Bangladesh captain, as the president, while Nazmul Abedeen, the renowned coach, also became a director. They replaced Jalal Yunus, who resigned as a director, and Ahmed Sajjadul Alam, who was removed as a director.

Bangladesh Collapse to 38-4 in Reply to South Africa's 575-6

Bangladesh Collapse to 38-4 in Reply to South Africa’s 575-6

Bangladesh’s batting woes continued on day two of the second Test against South Africa in Chattogram, as they stumbled to 38-4 in response to the visitors’ mammoth first innings of 575-6.

The hosts’ reply got off to a disastrous start, with Kagiso Rabada dismissing Shadman Islam for a duck in the first over. Zakir Hasan soon followed, edging a Rabada delivery to the wicketkeeper for two.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy briefly threatened with a 10-ball 10, but he fell to Dane Paterson, driving an outside-off delivery to Aiden Markram at second slip. Hasan Mahmud, sent in as a nightwatchman, was deceived by Keshav Maharaj’s sharp turn and was bowled for a duck.

South Africa’s total was their second-highest against Bangladesh, behind only their 583-7 at the same venue in 2008. Wiaan Mulder (105 not out), Tony de Zorzi (177), and Tristan Stubbs (106) all scored maiden Test centuries for the Proteas.

Senuran Muthusamy remained unbeaten on 68 at the declaration, while Ryan Rickelton was the only batsman to fall in the second session, edging a Nahid Rana delivery to the wicketkeeper for 12.

Earlier, left-arm spinner Taijul Islam had pegged back South Africa in the morning with three wickets in three overs, claiming his second five-wicket haul of the series. He dismissed David Bedingham, De Zorzi, and Kyle Verreynne to leave the visitors on 391-4.

South Africa won the opening Test inside four days, with Rabada taking 6-46 in the second innings. Bangladesh have played 24 Tests in Chattogram but have won only two, with seven drawn.

South Africa Shatters Record with 17 Sixes in Test Innings

South Africa Shatters Record with 17 Sixes in Test Innings

South Africa’s batting prowess was on full display in the second Test against Bangladesh at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. The Proteas shattered their previous record for most sixes in an innings of a Test match, smashing a total of 17 sixes in their first innings.

The previous record of 15 sixes was set against the West Indies in 2010. South Africa’s dominant performance saw them amass a massive 577/6 declared in 144.2 overs.

Aiden Markram, leading from the front, contributed 33 off 55 balls, including two boundaries. Tony de Zorzi followed with a well-constructed 177, smashing 12 fours and four sixes before falling to Taijul Islam.

The fireworks truly began with Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham. Stubbs added 106 off 198 balls, while Bedingham’s aggressive 59 featured several big hits.

Wiaan Mulder’s unbeaten 105 off 150 balls, with four sixes to his name, further demonstrated South Africa’s intent. Senuran Muthusamy also played a supporting role, contributing 70 not out, peppered with a couple of maximums.

For Bangladesh, Taijul Islam was the pick of the hosts, taking 5/198, but even his efforts couldn’t contain the Proteas’ assault.

With South Africa winning the toss and opting to bat, they now hold a commanding position in the five-day contest.

South Africa Extend Lead to 413 in Second Test Against Bangladesh

South Africa Extend Lead to 413 in Second Test Against Bangladesh

South Africa continued their dominance in the second Test against Bangladesh, extending their lead to 413 runs at lunch on day two. Resuming on 307 for 2, the Proteas added 106 runs before the break, losing three wickets in the process.

Tony de Zorzi and David Bedingham started the day confidently, with Bedingham hitting Hasan Mahmud for a boundary and then smashing Taijul Islam for a six and four off consecutive balls. De Zorzi also struck Taijul for two more fours in his next over.

However, Bedingham’s aggressive approach proved costly as he was bowled for 59 off 78 balls, playing across the line to a full ball from Taijul. De Zorzi followed suit in Taijul’s next over, missing a sweep to be trapped lbw for 177 off 269 balls.

Taijul completed his three-wicket burst by trapping Kyle Verreynne for a duck, giving him all five South African wickets to fall so far.

Despite the wickets, South Africa remained in control of the match. De Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs had dominated the first day with centuries, adding 201 runs for the second wicket. Stubbs and de Zorzi were particularly harsh on Mehidy Hasan Miraz, whose wicketless run on day one extended to 31 overs on day two.

At lunch, the visitors were 413 for 5, with Wiaan Mulder and Ryan Rickleton at the crease. South Africa will be looking to extend their lead further in the afternoon session and put Bangladesh under even more pressure.

Tony de Zorzi's Maiden Test Century Powers South Africa in Chattogram

Tony de Zorzi’s Maiden Test Century Powers South Africa in Chattogram

South Africa’s Tony de Zorzi finally broke through the century barrier in Test cricket, scoring a magnificent 141 not out on the opening day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. The opener’s maiden Test ton played a pivotal role in South Africa’s dominant position of 307/2 at stumps.

De Zorzi had narrowly missed out on centuries in previous matches, but he reached the milestone with a classy sweep off Mehidy Hasan Miraz. The delivery sailed past deep backward square-leg, sending the ball to the boundary and raising his century in 146 balls.

In a moment of elation, de Zorzi celebrated with Chelsea footballer Cole Palmer’s signature “Ice-Cold” celebration, grinning at his teammates while rubbing his biceps. The celebration added flair to a gritty innings on a hot, challenging day in Chattogram, as the South African opener fought through cramps to remain unbeaten at the close of play.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, South Africa lost captain Aiden Markram early for 33. However, de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs combined for a record 201-run partnership for the second wicket – the highest for South Africa in Tests against Bangladesh. The monumental stand also entered the list of South Africa’s highest second-wicket partnerships in Asia, becoming the third highest in an elite list.

Stubbs adapted brilliantly to the conditions with a composed 106 off 198 balls. His measured innings ended in the final session when Taijul Islam bowled him, clipping the bottom edge onto the stumps. David Bedingham (18 not out) joined de Zorzi at the crease and ensured no further damage before bad light halted play early.

With South Africa leading the two-match series 1-0, they are well-positioned to push for a series-clinching win on Day 2. De Zorzi’s century and the team’s strong batting performance have put them in a commanding position.

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