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Sri Lanka Aims to Recapture Past Glory Under Asalanka

Sri Lanka's men's cricket team, led by Charith Asalanka, is aiming to recapture the glory days of the 2007-2014 era, when the team reached five World Cup finals and won the 2014 T20 title. After a string of limited overs series wins against India and West

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Surrey Release Offspinner Amar Virdi After Decade-Long Association

Offspinner Amar Virdi's departure from Surrey marks the end of an era for the county, as the 26-year-old departs after a decade-long association with the club. Virdi's release comes as a surprise, given his impressive performances in Surrey's 2018 County Championship-winning season, where he

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Sanju Samson Scripts History with Back-to-Back T20I Centuries

Sanju Samson's historic feat in Durban has etched his name in the annals of Indian cricket. The 29-year-old became the first Indian to score back-to-back T20I centuries, a testament to his exceptional batting prowess. Samson's century against South Africa came on the heels of his scintillating

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West Indies Recall Key Players for England T20I Series

West Indies have bolstered their T20I squad with the return of key players Akeal Hosein, Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, and Andre Russell for the upcoming series against England. The quartet missed the previous T20I fixtures in Sri Lanka due to personal reasons, but Hetmyer was recalled for the ODIs against

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Sanju Samson Surpasses Dhoni, Pant in T20I Wicket-Keeping Records

Sanju Samson Surpasses Dhoni and Pant, Joins Elite List of Indian Wicket-Keepers in T20Is New Delhi: Indian batter Sanju Samson has etched his name in the record books by surpassing legendary wicket-keepers MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant in the shortest format of the game. During the first T20I against South

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National Anthem Interrupted Twice in India-South Africa T20I Opener

Indian National Anthem Interrupted Twice During T20I Opener Against South Africa The Indian national anthem was abruptly interrupted twice during the first T20I match between India and South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban, leaving players and fans alike bewildered. The technical glitch occurred just moments before the start of the

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Virat Kohli Surprised by Fans' Birthday Serenade at HSBC Event

Virat Kohli, the beloved Indian cricket icon, was showered with love and admiration by his ardent fans at an event hosted by HSBC on November 7. The occasion marked a heartwarming celebration of Kohli's recent birthday, which fell on November 5. As Kohli graced the stage, the crowd

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South Africa Opt to Chase in Home Series Opener Against Spin-Heavy India

South Africa's international home summer commenced with a thrilling encounter against India, with the hosts opting to chase in the first match. Aiden Markram, South Africa's captain, led a formidable lineup featuring a plethora of all-rounders. Marco Jansen and Gerald Coetzee made their long-awaited returns to

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PCB Rejects Hybrid Model, Insists on Hosting Entire Champions Trophy in Pakistan

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asserted its determination to host the entire Champions Trophy in Pakistan, rejecting the possibility of a hybrid model. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi emphasized that the board has not received any official communication from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressing concerns

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Ali Maiden Appointed Head Coach of Birmingham Phoenix Women for 2025 Hundred Season

Ali Maiden has been appointed as the head coach of the Birmingham Phoenix women's team for the 2025 season of The Hundred. Maiden succeeds Ben Sawyer, whose contract was not extended after four seasons at the helm. Maiden, who played a pivotal role as assistant coach in England

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India to Clash with Pakistan in U-19 Asia Cup Opener

India to Face Pakistan in Opening Match of 2024 U-19 Asia Cup The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has unveiled the schedule for the 2024 Men's 50-over U-19 Asia Cup, set to take place from November 29 to December 8 in Dubai and Sharjah. India will kick off their

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England Must Finalize Jos Buttler's White-Ball Role, Says Alastair Cook

Former England Test captain Sir Alastair Cook has emphasized the need for the team to finalize Jos Buttler's role in the white-ball setup. Buttler, who has been sidelined since the T20 World Cup semi-final due to a calf injury, will return as captain for the upcoming T20I series

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PCB Denies Hybrid Model Agreement for 2025 Champions Trophy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has vehemently denied media reports suggesting that it has agreed to a "hybrid model" proposed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the 2025 Champions Trophy. According to these reports, the BCCI had proposed that the Indian cricket team

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India Declines to Play in Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy

PCB Disappointed by India's Refusal to Play in Pakistan for 2025 Champions Trophy Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed disappointment over reports that India has declined to play in Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Naqvi emphasized the importance of the tournament for Pakistan&

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Australia's Cummins Prepares for India Test Series After ODI Loss to Pakistan

Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, is preparing for the highly anticipated five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India after a disappointing nine-wicket loss to Pakistan in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval. Pakistan's fast bowler Haris Rauf's impressive five-wicket haul dismantled the Australian batting lineup, restricting

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Bengal Strengthens Grip on Ranji Trophy Match Against Karnataka

Bengal tightened its grip on its Elite 'C' Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka on Friday, moving into a strong position on the penultimate day. Bengal's fast bowler Ishan Porel spearheaded the morning session, claiming three quick wickets to dismiss Karnataka for 221. With an 80-run first-innings

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KL Rahul's Bizarre Dismissal Leaves India A Shaky in Second Unofficial Test

KL Rahul's dismal batting form continued in the second unofficial Test against Australia A, leaving India A in a precarious position. Rahul, who is vying for an opening spot in the Indian Test team for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, managed a mere 14 runs across two innings, including

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India Needs Defensive Batters for Australia Tour, Uthappa Advocates for Rahul, Easwaran, and Pujara

India's upcoming tour of Australia poses significant challenges for the team, particularly in the batting department. Former batter Robin Uthappa believes that the squad needs players who can play a conventional style of cricket, emphasizing the importance of defense and patience. Uthappa suggests that KL Rahul and Abhimanyu

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Afridi Praises Rizwan, Implies Criticism of Babar Azam After Pakistan's ODI Triumph

Legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi has lauded Pakistan's dominant 9-wicket victory over Australia in the second ODI in Adelaide, praising newly-appointed captain Mohammad Rizwan while subtly criticizing former skipper Babar Azam. Afridi took to social media to express his admiration for the team's remarkable comeback performance, emphasizing

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Queensland Cricket, Lions Push for New Olympic Stadium

Queensland Cricket and the Brisbane Lions have joined forces to urge Premier David Crisafulli to reconsider his ban on new stadiums and support the construction of a $3.4 billion Victoria Park venue as the centerpiece of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. The sporting bodies have sent a letter to the

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India vs South Africa T20I Series: A Battle of Titans

India vs South Africa T20I Series: A Clash of Titans India and South Africa are set to face off in a highly anticipated T20I series, with the first match scheduled for Friday, November 8, at the Kingsmead Stadium in Durban. The two cricketing giants have a rich history of intense

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India A embroiled in fresh ball-tampering controversy in Australia

The ongoing unofficial Test series between India A and Australia A has been marred by a series of ball-tampering controversies. In the first Test in Mackay, India A players were accused of altering the condition of the ball, leading to its replacement overnight. The incident sparked a heated exchange between

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Alice Capsey Omitted from England's T20I Squad for South Africa Tour

Alice Capsey's disappointing performance at the T20 World Cup has cost her a place in England's T20I squad for their upcoming tour of South Africa. The 18-year-old, who made her England debut in 2022, has been in poor form, scoring just 19 runs in three innings

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Pakistan's Fielding Woes Continue as Shaheen Drops Sitter

Pakistan's fielding woes have been a persistent issue, and the dropped catch by Shaheen Shah Afridi during the second ODI against Australia in Adelaide served as a glaring example. Legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram, who was commentating on the match, had just been discussing Pakistan's fielding

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Marcus Harris Ready to Open for Australia in Perth Test

Marcus Harris, the 32-year-old opener, has expressed his readiness to take on the challenge of opening the batting for Australia in the upcoming first Test against India in Perth. Harris has been in impressive form for Australia A, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. In the final game against