Paarl Royals made history in T20 cricket by bowling 20 overs entirely with spinners, leading to an 11-run victory against Pretoria Capitals. Joe Root's 78 and captain David Miller's strategic use of spinners were key factors in the Royals securing a third consecutive playoff spot.
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Smriti Mandhana's impressive 91 and Renuka Thakur Singh's five-wicket haul led India to a resounding 211-run victory over West Indies in the first ODI at Vadodara. India posted a formidable 314/9, powered by Mandhana's knock and contributions from Rawal, Deol, Kaur, Ghosh, and Rodrigues. Thakur Singh's devastating bowling spell dismantled the West Indies batting lineup, restricting them to just 103.
Krunal Pandya, Baroda captain and Royal Challengers Bangalore's newest recruit, showcased his resurgent form with a blistering 80-run knock and a controlled bowling performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. RCB secured Pandya for Rs 5.75 crore after a bidding war with Rajasthan Royals.
Pretoria Capitals fell short by two runs chasing Durban Super Giants' 209/4 in a thrilling SA20 match at Kignsmead on Friday. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Will Jacks' 154-run opening stand set up the foundation, but DSG bowlers held their nerves to restrict PC to 207/6.
Indian cricket faces a challenging situation ahead of the Sydney Test, marked by leadership turmoil, dressing room leaks, and questionable decisions. The team has struggled after a promising start, with senior batters underperforming. Rohit Sharma's inconsistent captaincy and tactical missteps have added to the uncertainty, while Gambhir's coaching strategies remain under scrutiny.
In a crucial ODI series against England, Rohit Sharma aims to reaffirm his dominance in Indian cricket with his aggressive batting style, while Virat Kohli seeks to add to his illustrious ODI legacy and surpass the 14,000-run milestone. Both players, with their past glory, strive for new achievements. For Rohit, this series is more than just another assignment; it is a reaffirmation of his position as India’s batting bedrock. The 2023 ODI World Cup saw him revolutionize India’s approach to... Expand
Mumbai Indians' pacer Trent Boult took his 30th wicket in the opening over of an IPL match, surpassing other bowlers as the top performer in this category. During MI's home game against Kolkata Knight Riders, Boult dismissed Sunil Narine early. This achievement highlights Boult's crucial role in the team. Both teams made key changes in their lineup for the match.
Rajat Patidar has been appointed as the new captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the upcoming IPL season. Former captain Virat Kohli supports this decision wholeheartedly. Patidar's calmness and leadership aspirations impressed the RCB management. With Kohli's mentorship, Patidar is expected to grow as a leader.
Former cricketer Yograj Singh sharply criticised Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed for her remarks on India captain Rohit Sharma's fitness. Mohamed called Rohit 'fat' and 'unimpressive' after his performance in the Champions Trophy. Singh emphasized such comments on cricketers should not be tolerated. Mohamed later clarified her statement, citing it was about general fitness, not body-shaming.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to form in the ICC Champions Trophy, with Kohli scoring his 51st ODI century against Pakistan, proving his fitness and determination. Rohit, rediscovering his touch, contributes quick runs. Their performances, lauded by teammates and rivals alike, affirm their importance to the Indian team despite recent struggles.
Vidarbha took a crucial 37-run lead against Kerala in the Ranji Trophy final on day three. Harsh Dubey became the highest wicket-taker in a single season with 69 wickets. Key performances included Sachin Baby's 98 and Aditya Sarwate's 79, but Kerala fell short of Vidarbha's first-innings total of 379, getting dismissed for 342.