Wanindu Hasaranga excelled in the ILT20 2023 with pivotal performances for Desert Vipers, claiming 15 crucial wickets and scoring 115 impactful runs. Kieron Pollard's aggressive batting at No.5 boosted MI Emirates' playoff run, while Adam Zampa's brief yet efficient stint for Dubai Capitals showcased his brilliance with nine key wickets in four games.
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Delhi Capitals (DC) displayed remarkable all-round performance to triumph over Mumbai Indians (MI) by nine wickets in the Women's Premier League. DC's disciplined bowling restricted MI to 123/9, with Jess Jonassen taking 3/25. Meg Lanning (60*) and Shafali Verma (43) led DC's chase, securing victory and propelling DC to the top of the league standings.
Star India batter Virat Kohli, after his match-winning 84-run knock against Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, expressed his enduring love for cricket and batting. Praising teammates Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer for their crucial contributions, Virat emphasized the importance of staying motivated for big matches and meeting team expectations for successful results.
Shakib Al Hasan, former Bangladesh captain, has been banned from bowling in English cricket competitions due to an illegal action. An assessment revealed his elbow extension exceeded the allowed limit. The ban, effective December 10, 2024, follows a report during his stint with Surrey where he took nine wickets during their loss to Somerset.
JioStar broke TV viewership records as the India vs Pakistan match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 drew 20.6 crore TV viewers. The match, branded as the 'Greatest Rivalry,' garnered 2609 crore minutes of TV viewing time. An unexpected highlight was MS Dhoni and actor Sunny Deol watching together. India's final against New Zealand is on March 9.
In the Champions Trophy match in Dubai, Pakistan faced an early setback against India. They lost both openers, Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq, due to sharp fielding and bowling by Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya. Pakistan needs to win to stay in the tournament. India, meanwhile, can qualify for the semi-finals if they win.
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 2 is poised to be a major event, featuring six teams and the participation of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Suraj Samat highlights the platform's role in nurturing aspiring cricketers, with expanded marketing efforts, scholarships, and celebrity support enhancing its appeal. The tournament will feature six teams — Chennai Singams, Majhi Mumbai, Tigers of Kolkata, Bangalore Strikers, Srinagar Ke Veer, and Falcon Risers Hyderabad — competing... Expand
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Former batter Umar Akmal criticizes Babar Azam for not building a strong bench during his captaincy, attributing Pakistan's current team struggles to his leadership. Umar expressed disappointment at being ignored despite good domestic performance, suggesting Babar's strategic shortcomings hurt the team.