Delhi Capitals coach Jonathan Batty emphasised that every player in the team is a game-changer, highlighting Shafali Varma's recent domestic success. Skipper Meg Lanning is optimistic about Shafali's performance in the upcoming Women's Premier League Season 3. Lanning also looks forward to adapting to the new venues despite missing the home crowd in Delhi.
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Steve Smith's unbeaten 104 propelled Australia to 330-2 on day one of the opening Test in Galle on Wednesday, surpassing 10,000 Test runs alongside Usman Khawaja's 147. The pair's unbroken 195-run stand frustrated Sri Lanka. Smith became the fourth Australian to reach the milestone, joining cricket legends Allan Border, Steve Waugh, and Ricky Ponting.
Virender Sehwag criticised the Royal Challengers Bengaluru management for releasing Mohammed Siraj, asserting that former captains Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis failed to use him effectively during powerplays. Siraj's recent performance against RCB highlighted their mistake, demonstrating his potential when utilised properly. He took three wickets against his former team on Wednesday.
Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar has suggested India's spin-bowling lineup for the T20I series against England, with Kuldeep Yadav as the top choice if fit. Varun Chakaravarthy is recommended as backup, and Axar Patel is favored for the spin all-rounder role due to his ability to bowl in the powerplay.
Shahid Afridi criticizes the selection of Shadab Khan to Pakistan's T20 squad, questioning his performance merit. Afridi highlights issues of inconsistency and lack of accountability in Pakistan cricket, emphasizing the need for decisions based on merit. He suggests that the current PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, despite his intentions, should focus solely on his role.
Star Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Sunday became the fifth Indian spinner and 13th Indian bowler to take 300 international wickets. Achieving this milestone against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy, he recorded figures of 3/40, helping India bowl out their rivals for 241. Kuldeep's achievement highlights his stellar contributions to India's spin attack.
Kolkata Knight Riders experienced a turnaround in their opening performances with Sunil Narine and Phil Salt leading the charge, helping them win the IPL trophy. As Salt joins Royal Challengers Bengaluru, KKR sees a new opening partner for Narine ahead of their season opener.
Mumbai Indians' captain Harmanpreet Kaur was fined 10% of her match fee for expressing dissent with an umpire's slow over rate ruling during a match against UP Warriorz. A confrontation ensued with UP Warriorz player Sophie Ecclestone, but the situation was eventually diffused by officials and team captains.
India's legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes the current Test team's bowling attack heavily relies on Jasprit Bumrah. While Mohammed Siraj provides support, Gavaskar emphasizes the need for Siraj to take more wickets. Debate continues regarding the spinner position, with some advocating for Washington Sundar over Ravichandran Ashwin for the Brisbane Test, while others prioritize consistency and back Ashwin's retention.
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