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The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to announce the host nation for the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) emerging as the frontrunner. The BCCI's refusal to host the event has opened the door for alternative venues, with Bangladesh and
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The Duleep Trophy, the premier domestic cricket tournament in India, is set to kick off the 2024/25 season with a star-studded lineup. The tournament, scheduled from September 5 to 24 in Anantapur, will feature top Indian players, excluding Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravichandran Ashwin. Shubhman Gill,
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Jharkhand skipper Ishan Kishan made a triumphant return to red-ball cricket, leading his team to a thrilling two-wicket victory over Madhya Pradesh in the Buchi Babu fixture. Kishan's stellar performance, including a century in the first innings and an unbeaten 41 in the second, proved instrumental in Jharkhand&
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Oval Invincibles emerged victorious in the Hundred final at Lord's, defeating Southern Brave by 17 runs. Saqib Mahmood's devastating spell of reverse-swing proved pivotal, as he claimed three wickets in seven balls to dismantle the Brave's chase. The Invincibles, boasting the Hundred's
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Andre Russell, a key member of the West Indies cricket team, will miss the upcoming three-match T20I series against South Africa due to a request for rest and recovery. The 36-year-old all-rounder has been a vital cog in the West Indies' recent successes, including their run to the Super
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Heather Knight, England's T20I captain, has hailed Dani Gibson's "bravery" and "clarity" as essential qualities for the team ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. Gibson's explosive nine-ball innings of 22, featuring five boundaries, transformed the Hundred final at Lord&
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Somerset's Lewis Goldsworthy starred with a career-best 115 not out as they secured a 23-run victory over Leicestershire Foxes in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup semi-final at Taunton. Goldsworthy's brilliant 86-ball knock, featuring five sixes and six fours, propelled Somerset to a formidable 334 for 4
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Glamorgan's Dan Douthwaite emerged as a match-winning hero, guiding his team to a 39-run victory over Warwickshire in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup semi-final at Sophia Gardens. Douthwaite's all-round performance was crucial in securing Glamorgan's berth in the final at Trent Bridge next month.
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Ireland Women secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in their ODI series against Sri Lanka Women with a hard-fought 15-run victory in Belfast. After posting a competitive 255 for 5, Ireland's bowlers, led by Arlene Kelly's three-wicket haul, restricted Sri Lanka to 240 all out. Amy Hunter
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the squads for the first round of the Duleep Trophy 2024-25, scheduled to commence on September 5. Notably, India's wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will make his return to red-ball cricket in the tournament. Pant has been included in
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Mohammed Shami, India's premier fast bowler, is poised to make a much-anticipated return to competitive cricket after undergoing ankle surgery earlier this year. The experienced pacer is expected to represent his state team, Bengal, in the upcoming Ranji Trophy matches, marking a significant step in his rehabilitation journey.
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Khaleel Ahmed: MS Dhoni, My 'Guru' and the Architect of My Dreams Indian pacer Khaleel Ahmed has expressed his profound admiration for legendary cricketer MS Dhoni, describing him as his "guru" and sharing anecdotes that illuminate their exceptional bond. In a candid conversation with Aakash Chopra