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Wagner Recall Possible for New Zealand in Christchurch Test

New Zealand's Test captain Tim Southee has hinted at the possibility of recalling veteran fast bowler Neil Wagner for the second Test against Australia in Christchurch. The move comes after Will O'Rourke suffered a hamstring injury during the first Test in Wellington. O'Rourke left

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Australia Thump New Zealand by 172 Runs in Wellington Test

Australia's dominance over New Zealand continued as they secured a resounding 172-run victory in the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve. Nathan Lyon's exceptional bowling performance, coupled with Cameron Green's match-defining innings, proved too much for the Black Caps. Lyon, Australia'

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Ranji Trophy vs. IPL: The Debate Over Domestic Cricket's Importance

The Indian cricket board's (BCCI) recent decision to withhold central contracts from Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan for skipping the Ranji Trophy has sparked a debate about the relative importance of the domestic tournament and the Indian Premier League (IPL). While the IPL undoubtedly offers greater financial rewards

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Sourav Ganguly Praises Sarfaraz Khan's Five-Day Format Potential

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian cricket captain, has lauded young batter Sarfaraz Khan's potential in the five-day format. Sarfaraz, a right-handed batter, has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket for the past three years. He recently made his Test debut against England in Rajkot, where he impressed

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Nathan Lyon's Bounce Proves Key Weapon in Australia's Test Dominance

Nathan Lyon, Australia's seasoned spinner, has revealed that his primary weapon is the bounce he generates from the surface, following his impressive performance with both bat and ball in the first Test against New Zealand. Lyon's heroics began with a crucial knock of 41 as a

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Dale Steyn Steps Down as SRH Bowling Coach, Pat Cummins Eyed as Captain

Former South African pace legend Dale Steyn will not be part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) coaching staff for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Steyn has requested a break from his coaching responsibilities, prompting the franchise to search for a replacement bowling coach. Steyn's departure comes

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Mumbai Indians Restrict Bangalore to 131, Win by 11 Runs

Mumbai Indians' bowlers put up a clinical performance to restrict Royal Challengers Bangalore to a modest 131/8 in the Women's Premier League match on Saturday. After being asked to bat first, Bangalore lost three wickets in the powerplay and struggled to gain momentum. Ellyse Perry (44*

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Avesh Khan's Pace Prowess Gives MP Control in Ranji Semifinal

Avesh Khan's incisive bowling spearheaded Madhya Pradesh's dominance on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Vidarbha in Nagpur. The pacer's four-wicket haul, complemented by Kulwant Khejroliya and Venkatesh Iyer's two wickets each, restricted Vidarbha to a paltry 170. The

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Mumbai Bowlers Dominate Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy Semifinal Opener

Mumbai's bowlers, led by Tushar Deshpande and Shardul Thakur, dominated the opening day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Tamil Nadu, bowling out the visitors for a paltry 146. Deshpande (3/24) and Thakur (2/48) exploited the movement and turn on offer at the BKC Ground, making

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DRS Controversy Erupts After Joe Root's Controversial Dismissal

Joe Root's controversial LBW dismissal in the fourth India-England Test in Ranchi has sparked a heated debate over the use of DRS (decision review system). The England camp has vehemently criticized the technology, demanding its abolition, while former skipper Michael Vaughan has labeled Root's dismissal a

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James Anderson rues Virat Kohli's absence in India-England Test series

The absence of Virat Kohli has cast a long shadow over the India-England Test series, with legendary England pacer James Anderson expressing his disappointment at missing out on a chance to face the Indian batting maestro. Kohli opted out of the series citing personal reasons, having recently welcomed his second

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WA's Shield Title Hopes Revived with Dominant Bowling Display

Western Australia's quest for a third consecutive Sheffield Shield title gained momentum after a dominant bowling performance against Queensland at the WACA Ground. In response to WA's competitive 310, Queensland were bundled out for a paltry 170 in 54.5 overs on a challenging day marked

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Gautam Gambhir Resigns from Politics to Focus on Cricket

Gautam Gambhir Steps Down from Political Duties to Focus on Cricket Former Indian cricketer and current Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Lok Sabha MP Gautam Gambhir has requested party president J.P. Nadda to relieve him of his political responsibilities. This decision comes as Gambhir prepares to take on a new

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Lance Klusener Joins Lucknow Super Giants as Assistant Coach for IPL 2024

South African cricket legend Lance Klusener has been appointed as the assistant coach of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. The announcement was made by LSG on Friday, adding Klusener to their already formidable coaching staff led by head coach Justin Langer

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Yuvraj Singh Denies Political Aspirations, Focuses on Philanthropy

Yuvraj Singh, the legendary Indian cricketer, has refuted rumors of his political aspirations in Gurdaspur, Punjab. The former all-rounder, known for his exceptional batting and bowling skills, has clarified that his focus remains on philanthropy and supporting people in need. Singh's illustrious career spanned over two decades, during

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Somerset Coach Considers Loan for Young Spinner Bashir

Somerset head coach Jason Kerr has responded to England Test coach Brendon McCullum's call for increased playing time for young spinners Shoaib Bashir and Tom Hartley by suggesting that Bashir could be allowed to go out on loan. Bashir and Hartley have impressed in India despite limited experience

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UP Warriorz Dominate Gujarat Giants in WPL Clash

UP Warriorz Triumph Over Gujarat Giants in WPL Encounter In a thrilling Women's Premier League (WPL) match in Bengaluru on Friday, UP Warriorz emerged victorious with a comfortable six-wicket victory over the Gujarat Giants. The Warriorz's chase was spearheaded by the brilliant Grace Harris, whose unbeaten

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Afghanistan Bolsters ODI Squad with Uncapped Spinners for Ireland Series

Afghanistan's cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Ireland in Sharjah, with two uncapped players making their senior debuts. Mystery spinner Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar and left-arm spin-bowling allrounder Nangeyalia Kharote have been included in the squad, while senior spinners Rashid Khan and

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Fortune Barishal Crowned BPL Champions with Six-Wicket Triumph

Fortune Barishal emerged victorious in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2023, claiming their maiden title with a resounding six-wicket triumph over Comilla Victorians. The match, played at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, witnessed a dominant performance from Barishal's bowlers and a clinical chase led by captain

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Mumbai Skipper Rahane Backs Iyer for Ranji Semifinal Despite Struggles

Mumbai skipper Ajinkya Rahane has expressed confidence in Shreyas Iyer's ability to perform in the upcoming Ranji Trophy semifinal against Tamil Nadu, despite the batter's recent struggles. Rahane believes Iyer's experience and contributions to Mumbai make him a valuable asset to the team. "

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BCCI's Contract Termination: Kapil Dev Backs Move to Protect Domestic Cricket

BCCI's Contract Termination for Domestic Neglect: A Step to Protect First-Class Cricket Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev has lauded the BCCI's decision to terminate central contracts for players who prioritize international cricket over domestic commitments. This move, he believes, is crucial to safeguard marquee first-class events

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AB de Villiers Backs Rajat Patidar Despite Lean Run

Rajat Patidar's underwhelming debut series against England has sparked speculation about his future in the Indian Test team. With just 63 runs in three matches, the middle-order batter has failed to live up to expectations. However, despite Patidar's struggles, South African legend AB de Villiers believes

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Iyer and Kishan Excluded from BCCI Contracts for Domestic Cricket Neglect

Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, two prominent Indian cricketers, have been excluded from the latest BCCI contracts, sparking speculation and debate. The duo's omission has been interpreted as a stern message from the cricket governing body to players who prioritize franchise cricket over domestic commitments. Ishan Kishan, who

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Ireland Make History with Maiden Test Win over Afghanistan

Ireland etched their name in cricketing history on Friday, securing their maiden Test victory against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. This historic triumph marked Ireland's first Test win in their eighth outing in the traditional format. Captain Andy Balbirnie led the charge with an unbeaten 58, guiding Ireland to

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BCCI's Central Contracts: Hardik Pandya's Inclusion Defended by Aakash Chopra

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced its new central contracts, sparking debate over the inclusion of Hardik Pandya and the exclusion of Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer. Former India opener Aakash Chopra has defended the BCCI's decision, arguing that Pandya's case