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Rohit Sharma Deserves to Win World Cup, Says Hafeez

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has hailed India's skipper Rohit Sharma as the most deserving candidate to lift the World Cup trophy, citing his exceptional leadership and selfless approach to batting. Hafeez lauded Rohit's match-winning 92 off 41 balls against Australia in the T20 World Cup

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Inzamam-ul-Haq Accuses India of Ball Tampering in T20 World Cup

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has ignited a fresh controversy by accusing the Indian cricket team of ball tampering during their T20 World Cup 'Super 8s' match against Australia. Inzamam's allegations stem from the unusual reverse swing extracted by left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who was brought back

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Dwayne Bravo's Coaching Magic Transforms Afghanistan's Bowling Unit

Dwayne Bravo, the bowling consultant for the Afghanistan cricket team, has played a pivotal role in the team's recent success at the T20 World Cup. Despite Afghanistan's rollercoaster ride in the tournament, Bravo's quiet presence has been a constant, guiding the team's

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Rohit Sharma's Uninhibited Brilliance Powers India to Victory

In the lead-up to India's T20 World Cup opener against Ireland, captain Rohit Sharma displayed an uncharacteristic candor, shedding the burden of past defeats. He boldly declared that the opening partnership would remain unchanged throughout the tournament, signaling a shift in his approach. Rohit's newfound freedom

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India Avenges ODI World Cup Loss, Defeats Australia in T20 World Cup Super 8

India's revenge against Australia in the Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup was a resounding victory, marking a significant moment in the tournament. After a heartbreaking loss to Australia in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup, India's triumph in St Lucia was

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Afghanistan's Lack of Baggage Gives Them Edge in T20 World Cup Semi-Final

Afghanistan's lack of historical baggage gives them an edge over South Africa in the T20 World Cup semi-final, believes coach Jonathan Trott. Afghanistan, making their first-ever appearance in the last four of any World Cup, stand in stark contrast to South Africa, who have a long history of

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Jason Roy Secures Hundred Lifeline with Northern Superchargers

Jason Roy, a pivotal member of England's 2019 World Cup-winning squad, has secured a lifeline in the Hundred after being overlooked in the March draft. The Northern Superchargers, led by Andrew Flintoff, have signed Roy as a replacement player, offering him a chance to showcase his skills in

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South Africa's T20 World Cup Journey: A Tale of Nail-Biting Finishes and Unwavering Resilience

South Africa's T20 World Cup Journey: A Tale of Nail-Biting Finishes and Unwavering Resilience South Africa's quest for their maiden T20 World Cup title has been a rollercoaster ride filled with heart-stopping moments and unwavering resilience. Despite being labeled as 'chokers' in the past,

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Afghanistan's Cricket Triumph: A Story of Hope, Unity, and the Power of Sport

Afghanistan's remarkable journey in international cricket has captivated the hearts of fans worldwide. In the recent T20 World Cup, they emerged as the second favorite team, a testament to their thrilling brand of cricket and the spirit of togetherness within the team. Their success is not merely a

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Northamptonshire Face Uphill Battle in Glamorgan Clash

Northamptonshire's hopes of salvaging a draw against Glamorgan in their Vitality County Championship clash hang in the balance after a tense final session in Cardiff. Glamorgan, resuming on 111 runs ahead, extended their first-innings lead to 211 thanks to a late-order resurgence led by Mason Crane (56*), James

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Lancashire Dominate Kent, Victory Looms at Canterbury

Lancashire tightened their grip on a resounding victory over Kent in the Vitality County Championship at Canterbury, reducing the hosts to 143 for 6 at stumps on day three. Kent face an uphill battle to avoid a heavy defeat, trailing by 162 runs with only four second innings wickets remaining.

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Middlesex Dominate Derbyshire with Roland-Jones Five-Wicket Haul

Middlesex tightened their grip on their Vitality County Championship clash with Derbyshire, extending their lead to 396 runs heading into the final day at Lord's. Toby Roland-Jones spearheaded Middlesex's dominance, claiming a five-wicket haul to dismantle Derbyshire's tail. The seamer's devastating spell

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Nottinghamshire's Second-Innings Resilience Frustrates Somerset

Nottinghamshire's second-innings resilience has put Somerset's hopes of a third Vitality County Championship win of the season in jeopardy. After Somerset posted a formidable 470 in their first innings, thanks to Tom Abell's 111 and Migael Pretorius' unbeaten 95, Nottinghamshire responded with a

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Surrey on Verge of Fifth County Championship Win Despite Worcestershire Resistance

Worcestershire's valiant resistance on day three of their Vitality County Championship clash with Surrey proved insufficient as the visitors remain on course for their fifth win of the season. Surrey resumed the day with a 131-run lead and quickly wrapped up Worcestershire's first innings, claiming the

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Hampshire Pile Pressure on Warwickshire with Mammoth Batting Display

Warwickshire's hopes of securing their first County Championship victory of the season hang in the balance after Hampshire piled on the pressure on day three at Edgbaston. James Vince and Liam Dawson plundered centuries to propel Hampshire to a formidable 453 for 6 declared, setting Warwickshire a daunting

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Yorkshire Claim Innings Victory Over Gloucestershire

Yorkshire's dominance over Gloucestershire continued on day three at Scarborough, as they secured a comprehensive innings-and-22-run victory in the Vitality County Championship. The win marked Yorkshire's first of the season and breathed life into their promotion hopes. Resuming on 168 for 7 in their first innings,

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England to Experiment in White-Ball Series Ahead of T20 World Cup

England's upcoming white-ball series against New Zealand will serve as a crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh later this year. Captain Heather Knight has indicated that the team will experiment with different XIs in home conditions to establish better role clarity ahead of the ICC

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Hamza Tahir Retires from Scotland Cricket Amid Racism Allegations

Cricket Scotland faces yet another legal challenge as Hamza Tahir, a 28-year-old left-arm spinner, announces his retirement from international cricket, citing allegations of racism and discrimination within the organization. Tahir's retirement statement reveals a pattern of systemic bias against players of color, including himself. Tahir, who has represented

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England face India in T20 World Cup semi-final rematch

England will face their toughest challenge yet in the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final against India, according to all-rounder Moeen Ali. The two teams will meet in Guyana on Thursday, with England hoping to repeat their 10-wicket thrashing of India at the same stage in the 2022 tournament. England have

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Women's Asia Cup 2024 Schedule Tweaked, India to Face Pakistan on Opening Day

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has revised the schedule for the Women's Asia Cup 2024, set to take place in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, from July 19 to 28. The tournament will feature eight teams, divided into two groups of four. Defending champions India will kick off their campaign

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Hanuma Vihari to Rejoin Andhra Cricket Association After TDP Assurances

Hanuma Vihari, the out-of-favor India Test batter, is set to make a sensational return to the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) after publicly declaring earlier this year that he would "never play for Andhra again." This U-turn comes after Vihari received assurances of full support from the Telugu Desam

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Brad Hogg Slams Australia's Lack of Preparation in T20 World Cup Loss

Brad Hogg, a former Australian cricketer, has criticized the Australian team's lack of preparation for their match against India in the T20 World Cup Super Eights. Hogg specifically pointed out the ineffectiveness of Mitchell Starc, the pace bowler, who struggled to contain Rohit Sharma's onslaught. Rohit

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Mandhana Slips, Kaur Rises in ICC ODI Rankings

Smriti Mandhana Slips in ICC ODI Rankings, Harmanpreet Kaur Rises Smriti Mandhana, India's vice-captain, has dropped one position to fourth in the latest ICC women's ODI batting rankings, while skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has climbed two spots to ninth. Mandhana, with 738 rating points, maintains her top

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Tanzim Hasan Sakib's Fiery Send-Off to Virat Kohli Sparks Social Media Buzz

Tanzim Hasan Sakib's Fiery Send-Off to Virat Kohli Sparks Social Media Buzz Bangladesh fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib's aggressive celebration after dismissing Indian cricket star Virat Kohli during their T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 encounter has ignited a social media storm. Sakib's fiery

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Frank Duckworth, Co-Inventor of Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Method, Dies at 84

Frank Duckworth, the co-inventor of the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method, passed away on June 21 at the age of 84. The DLS method revolutionized the way rain-affected cricket matches were resolved, providing a fair and consistent approach to setting revised targets. The DLS method was developed by Duckworth and Tony Lewis