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Saim Ayub's No-Look Shot Blunder Sparks Social Media Frenzy Pakistan's young batting sensation, Saim Ayub, became the subject of social media ridicule after a botched attempt at a no-look shot led to his dismissal in the Champions Cup on Saturday. Opening the batting for the Panthers
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Elite cricket remains largely untainted by corruption, according to outgoing ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) chief Alex Marshall. However, he warns that corruptors are targeting local T20 leagues outside the ICC's jurisdiction, which are managed by individual member nations. Marshall emphasizes that the cricket witnessed by fans is generally
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Dinesh Karthik, the veteran wicketkeeper-batter, has strongly advocated for the inclusion of young pacer Harshit Rana in the Indian Test team. Rana's impressive performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Duleep Trophy have caught Karthik's attention, who believes the 22-year-old deserves a spot in
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Shoaib Akhtar, the legendary Pakistani fast bowler, earned the iconic nickname "Rawalpindi Express" due to his blistering pace and roots in the city of Rawalpindi. Born on August 13, 1975, Akhtar's journey to becoming one of the fastest bowlers in cricket history was marked by raw
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Harry Brook, the rising star of English cricket, has been handed the captaincy reins for the upcoming five-match ODI series against Australia. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Brook's career and underscores his growing stature within the England setup. Brook's elevation to the captaincy comes
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The 1999 Kolkata Test between India and Pakistan remains etched in cricket history as one of the most iconic and controversial matches ever played. The incident that marred the spirit of the game was the controversial run-out of Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, involving Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar. The
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KL Rahul's future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has become a subject of intense speculation following his recent comments about a potential move to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). The rumors gained traction after a viral video emerged of Rahul engaging in a conversation with a fan who
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India C and India B played out a tame draw in their second Duleep Trophy 2024-25 fixture in Anantapur. Haryana seamer Anshul Kamboj's career-best haul of 8 for 69 and Ruturaj Gaikwad's second half-century of the match were the major highlights on the dull fourth day.
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Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson's scintillating knock of 40 off 45 kept India D in the hunt for an improbable victory against India A in the second round match of the Duleep Trophy. Chasing a mammoth 488, India D were reeling at 62/1 on Day 4 when Samson stepped
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India's star batter Shubman Gill will be among the prominent players rested for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, starting October 7. This decision is part of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) workload management policy. Gill, India's No. 3
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As the highly anticipated two-match Test series between Bangladesh and India draws near, Indian batsman Sarfaraz Khan has heaped praise upon captain Rohit Sharma, highlighting his exceptional leadership qualities. Khan, who made his Test debut against England earlier this year, has been impressed by Sharma's ability to foster
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Travis Head's remarkable performances against India have become a defining feature of his career. In the 2023 ODI World Cup, Head played a pivotal role in Australia's title-winning campaign, scoring a commanding 137 off 120 balls in the final against India. His innings was crucial in