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Pakistan's Pitches: A Nightmare for Bowlers, a Paradise for Batsmen

Pakistan's Pitches: A Graveyard for Bowlers, a Haven for Batsmen In 1980, Australian pace legend Dennis Lillee famously denounced a pitch in Pakistan as a "graveyard for bowlers." More than four decades later, little has changed. Lillee's frustration stemmed from a wicketless 21-over spell

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Rohit Sharma Prepares for New Zealand Tests, Quips on Six-Hitting Request

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has begun preparations for the upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, starting October 18. Rohit, who recently led India to a 2-0 Test series sweep over Bangladesh, was seen hitting the nets on Friday. In a hilarious interaction, Rohit responded to a question about

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England vs Scotland Live: Scotland Eyes Redemption in T20 World Cup Finale

England vs Scotland Live Score: Scotland Aims for Redemption in Final Match The Women's T20 World Cup 2024 match between England and Scotland in Sharjah marks the first encounter between these two sides. Despite their lack of previous history, Scotland boasts a wealth of County Championship experience. Scotland,

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India Bags Three Medals at Asian Table Tennis Championships

India concluded their campaign at the Asian Table Tennis Championships with a historic haul of three medals, including a bronze in the women's doubles. The bronze medalists, Ayhika Mukherjee and Sutirtha Mukherjee, had previously stunned the reigning world champions from China at the Asian Games last year. However,

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Hardik Pandya's Heartwarming Gesture Wins Fans' Hearts

Hardik Pandya's Heartfelt Gesture Wins Admiration During India's T20I Triumph In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship, Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya paused during the third and final T20I against Bangladesh in Hyderabad to fulfill a young ball boy's request for a photograph. The incident occurred

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Pakistan to Reuse Pitch for Second Test Against England in Multan

Pakistan's decision to reuse the same pitch for the second Test against England in Multan has raised eyebrows, but the move is not without precedent. The International Cricket Council (ICC) requires only "the best possible pitch and outfield conditions" for Test matches, with no stipulations that

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Hardik Pandya's Resurgence Stuns Aakash Chopra in India's T20I Triumph

Hardik Pandya's Resurgence: Aakash Chopra Lauds All-Rounder's Performance in India's T20I Series Triumph Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has hailed Hardik Pandya's remarkable comeback in India's T20I series victory against Bangladesh. Pandya's stellar performances, both with bat and

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Farukh Choudhary Scores on India Return in 1-1 Draw with Vietnam

Farukh Choudhary's return to the Indian national team after a three-year absence was marked by a goal in a 1-1 draw against Vietnam in an international friendly. The midfielder's strike in the second half canceled out Vi Hao Bui's first-half opener for the hosts.

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Tilak Varma to Lead India A in Emerging Teams Asia Cup

Tilak Varma, a rising star in Indian cricket, has been appointed as the captain of India A for the upcoming Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup, scheduled to commence in Oman on October 18. Varma, who has already made his mark in international cricket with four ODI and

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India's NRR in Focus as They Face Australia in T20 World Cup Clash

India's Net Run Rate Crucial in T20 World Cup Clash with Australia As the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 reaches its climax, India faces a pivotal match against Australia on Sunday in Sharjah. The outcome of this encounter will have a significant impact on both

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Michael Vaughan Slams Pakistan as "Worst" Side in History

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has labeled the current Pakistan side as the "worst" he has seen in history. Vaughan's remark came after Pakistan became the first team to lose a Test after scoring 550 or more runs in the first innings. Despite posting 556 runs

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Babar Azam Dropped from Pakistan Test Squad for Second Test

Pakistan's cricket team has undergone significant changes ahead of the second Test against England, with star batter Babar Azam being dropped from the squad. The decision was made by the newly formed selection committee, which met in Lahore and Multan after Pakistan's chastening innings loss in

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Southee's Place in Doubt as New Zealand Weighs Bowling Options for India Test

Former New Zealand captain Tim Southee faces an uncertain future in the Test team ahead of the upcoming series against India. Southee's recent form has been underwhelming, with only eight wickets at an average of 73.12 in Tests this year. With Southee stepping down as captain, New

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Tendulkar and Kumble's Hilarious Run-Out Misadventure

The Hilarious Run-Out That Never Was: Tendulkar and Kumble's Comic Misadventure In the annals of cricket history, amidst the intense battles and thrilling victories, there have been moments of pure comedy that have left fans in stitches. One such incident occurred during India's tour of Bangladesh

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Rishabh Pant's Gully Cricket Session: A Delight for Fans

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant recently engaged in a delightful gully cricket session with fans, showcasing his exceptional skills and infectious enthusiasm. The video, shared on social media, captured Pant's playful spirit and his love for the game. Pant, who has been selected for India's Test series

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India Clinches 3-0 T20I Series Victory Against Bangladesh with Record-Breaking Performance

India's dominance in T20I cricket continued as they clinched a resounding 3-0 series victory against Bangladesh with a massive 133-run triumph in the third and final match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The victory marked India's 16th consecutive unbeaten streak in T20I series at home.

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Morocco and Guinea Crush Opponents in AFCON Qualifiers

Morocco and Guinea Dominate in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers Morocco and Guinea showcased their dominance in the final round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers on Saturday, securing emphatic victories over Central African Republic and Ethiopia, respectively. Morocco, the 2022 World Cup semi-finalists, cruised to a

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South Africa, New Zealand Edge Closer to Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Finals

South Africa and New Zealand emerged victorious in their respective Women's T20 World Cup matches on Saturday, strengthening their positions in the tournament. However, their ultimate fate remains uncertain as they face formidable opponents in the remaining group stage fixtures. South Africa cruised to a seven-wicket victory over

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India and New Zealand Eye Semi-Finals in Group A of T20 World Cup

The qualification scenario for the semi-finals in Group A of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup has become clearer after New Zealand's convincing victory over Sri Lanka. With just two matches remaining in the group, India and New Zealand are the frontrunners to join Australia

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Hardik Pandya Praises Suryakumar Yadav and Gautam Gambhir for Empowering Team India

Suryakumar Yadav's appointment as India's T20I captain raised eyebrows, with many expecting Hardik Pandya to take over the mantle. However, the duo has forged a strong bond, with Pandya expressing gratitude for the freedom granted to him by Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir. After India'

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Pakistan's Test Woes Continue with 10th Consecutive Loss

Pakistan's Test woes continue unabated as they succumb to a humiliating innings and 47-run defeat against England in Multan. This marks their 10th consecutive Test loss, extending their winless streak to 1,331 days. The last time Pakistan tasted victory in the longest format was in February 2021

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Mayank Yadav, Sanju Samson Star as India Dominate Bangladesh in High-Scoring T20I

Mayank Yadav's blistering start in the third T20I against Bangladesh has etched his name into the annals of Indian cricket history. The 22-year-old paceman became only the fourth bowler to claim a wicket on the first ball of a T20I innings, joining an elite group that includes Hardik

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South Africa's T20 World Cup Hopes Hinge on England-West Indies Clash

South Africa's fate in the T20 World Cup hangs in the balance after their seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh. Despite their impressive start with wins over West Indies and Scotland, a loss to England and a slow chase against Bangladesh have left their semi-final hopes uncertain. The Proteas'

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Ravi Bishnoi Becomes Youngest Indian to Reach 50 T20I Wickets

Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi has emerged as a crucial cog in India's T20I setup, playing a pivotal role in the team's recent 3-0 series sweep over Bangladesh. In the final match of the series in Hyderabad, Bishnoi's impressive spell of 3/30 in four

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Sanju Samson Blasts Century, India Sets Record in T20I Win

Sanju Samson's blistering century in the third T20I against Bangladesh on Saturday marked a significant milestone in his career. The Indian wicketkeeper-batsman smashed eight sixes and 11 fours in his whirlwind 111 runs off just 47 balls, becoming the second-fastest Indian to reach a T20I century. Samson'