Skipper Vijay Pawale's crucial innings guided Majhi Mumbai to a three-wicket victory over Srinagar Ke Veer in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) season 2 final on Saturday in Thane. The final match kept spectators on the edge of their seats with momentum shifts throughout, until Mumbai, last season's runners-up, sealed victory with Ankur's decisive six.
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Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concerns about the balance in ODIs, citing that changes like two new balls and an additional fielder in the circle favor batsmen. He suggests that the format might be revitalized by using red balls instead of white, highlighting the diminishing role of reverse swing and finger spin.
Abdullah Shafique etched an unwanted record, becoming the first batsman with ducks in all matches of a three-ODI series. His three ducks against South Africa pushed his 2024 total to seven in 21 innings, surpassing previous Pakistani records. Pakistan registered a 3-0 series victory against South Africa, securing the third ODI by 36 runs via the DLS method.
Devdutt Padikkal and Ravichandran Smaran's impressive fifties led Karnataka to the Vijay Hazare Trophy final with a five-wicket win over Haryana. After an early setback, the duo's 128-run partnership ensured successful chase of 238, finishing at 238/5 in 47.2 overs. Karnataka bowlers, led by Abhilash Shetty, restricted Haryana to 237/9.
The SA20 cricket competition is focusing on the playoffs this week. The first Qualifier between MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals will be at St George’s Park. The Eliminator match will be in Centurion, followed by the grand final at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. The event promises intense action and exciting matches leading up to the final.
The BCCI mourns the death of Padmakar Shivalkar, a legendary left-arm spinner known for his impact on Mumbai cricket. Despite never playing for India, Shivalkar's exceptional career in the Ranji Trophy and his mastery of spin bowling made him a revered figure. Honored with the Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017, his legacy remains influential.
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.
Virat Kohli marked his 300th ODI match against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy, with teammates acknowledging his significant contributions. Kohli, with over 14,000 ODI runs, is set to challenge Kumar Sangakkara's second position in all-time run charts. His remarkable performance includes 51 centuries and 73 fifties.
South African cricket has experienced a resurgence with the successful launch of the SA20 league in January 2023. The league has revitalized national teams, showcased young talent, and gained international attention, celebrating its 100th game milestone with optimism for sustained success.
Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has accepted an honorary membership from the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) in recognition of his significant contributions to cricket. The esteemed MCC announced the honor on Friday. Tendulkar holds the record for most runs at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Previously, Tendulkar received the Order of Australia in 2012.