Australian opener Nathan McSweeney discussed the challenging experience of facing Jasprit Bumrah early in his Test career. He acknowledged Bumrah's unique skills while emphasising the learning opportunity it presented. McSweeney reflected on his dismissals by Bumrah in Perth and Adelaide, highlighting his growing confidence and eagerness for the upcoming Gabba Test.
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Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel praised Mitchell Starc's impressive five-wicket haul during their convincing seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. The win, their second straight in IPL 2025, propelled DC to second place in the points table. The team aims to maintain focus and consistency in upcoming matches. Speaking at the post-match presentation, Axar emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and executing game plans effectively.
West Indies women snapped their nine-match losing streak against India with a resounding nine-wicket victory in the second T20I. Hayley Matthews' unbeaten 85 overshadowed Smriti Mandhana's elegant 62 as the West Indies chased down India's 159/9 with ease.
Shardul Thakur's resilient 113 not out rescued Mumbai from a dire situation against Jammu & Kashmir. Despite severe cramps, his partnership with Tanush Kotian helped Mumbai gain a 188-run lead. This performance serves as a strong reminder of Thakur's tenacity and skill, even as questions about his future in international cricket linger.
The BCCI has expressed its condolences on the passing of former Indian cricketer Syed Abid Ali, who died at 83. Renowned for his versatility, Ali played a significant role in India's historic Test series victories in England and the West Indies in 1971. BCCI officials remembered him as a dedicated and respected figure in Indian cricket.
Axar Patel attributes his rapid development as an all-rounder to increased self-belief. He played a key role in India's Champions Trophy win over New Zealand and emphasizes the importance of his promotion in batting order. He also commends Varun Chakravarthy for his impactful performance, highlighting his challenging bowling pace and the difficulty in reading his deliveries.
England batter Sam Hain made his debut at Newlands in a losing effort as Paarl Royals fell to MI Cape Town by 33 runs. Despite the loss, Hain cherished the iconic venue and praised both the atmosphere and young teammate Lhuan-dre Pretorius. He remains optimistic about the team's prospects in upcoming matches.
Pretoria Capitals and MI Cape Town thrilled the Centurion crowd in SA20 with a high-scoring contest, totaling 417 runs. MI Cape Town's Reeza Hendricks and Dewald Brevis shone, scoring 77* and 73* respectively, setting a target of 222/3. Despite Will Smeed's valiant 52, the Capitals fell short at 195/8, ending their playoff hopes.
India's Mohit Sharma shared a balanced view of BCCI's revised policy restricting family members on tours. A day earlier, Virat Kohli, however, had strongly emphasised the importance of family presence for players' mental well-being. Players' spouses and families are allowed only after the first two weeks on tours exceeding 45 days or for a week on shorter tours.
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