Pakistan leg-spinner Shadab Khan is seeking help from spin-bowling great Saqlain Mushtaq to revive his international career. Struggling since the T20 World Cup and absent from ODI cricket since last year, Shadab is keen on improving his bowling skills and aims for a comeback in the Champions Trophy at home.
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England have announced a strong playing XI for the opening T20I match against India in Kolkata, led by experienced captain Jos Buttler. The squad features a mix of seasoned players and all-rounders, offering seven bowling options. Phil Salt and Ben Duckett are set to open, with Harry Brook serving as vice-captain.
The Mumbai Cricket Association has set a Guinness World Record for the largest cricket ball sentence using 14,505 red and white balls at Wankhede Stadium as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations. The achievement honors late cricketers and will inspire aspiring players as the balls will be distributed to young cricketers in schools, clubs, and NGOs.
GMR Group has taken a stake in Southern Brave, completing the ECB's equity distribution for The Hundred. Southern Brave now joins three other IPL-linked teams. The ECB has also attracted global investors for teams like Birmingham Phoenix, Welsh Fire, London Spirit, and Trent Rockets. The GMR Group made history in September last year by acquiring Hampshire Cricket, marking the first instance of an international company taking ownership of a county cricket team.
Deepti Sharma's exceptional performance in the third ODI against West Indies saw her take 6 wickets for 31, making her the first Indian woman to achieve two six-wicket hauls in ODIs. The Indian team secured the series win, with Renuka Singh Thakur also contributing significantly. Deepti's remarkable figures place her among India's elite women bowlers.
South Africa's coach Rob Walter remains optimistic despite the team's failure in the ICC semifinal against New Zealand. The Proteas fell short by 50 runs. Walter emphasized the importance of learning from each game and remains focused on the 2027 ODI World Cup at home.
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.
Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Monday addressed and dismissed retirement rumours on Instagram following India's Champions Trophy win in Dubai. The rumours were fueled by Jadeja's performance in the final and his embrace with Kohli, but Jadeja clarified he's not retiring. His excellent all-round display included a pivotal bowling effort and crucial runs.
Sunil Gavaskar's dance moves went viral after India won the Champions Trophy against New Zealand. The Rohit Sharma-led team, undefeated, claimed their second consecutive ICC title. Gavaskar's joyous celebration captivated social media, capturing the emotional victory. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul were key in India's thrilling win, showcasing their dominance in white-ball cricket.
As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is tied at 1-1, former India coach Lalchand Rajput emphasised the necessity for the Indian batters to post a significant first innings score in the decisive Test at Melbourne. Highlighting the strength of India's bowling, he acknowledged the need for batters' contributions and anticipates a smooth transition despite recent retirements.
Sri Lanka's Maheesh Theekshana achieved a sensational hat-trick in the rain-shortened second ODI against New Zealand, limiting them to 255/9 at Seddon Park. He took 4/44, including crucial end-innings wickets, to swing the momentum back to Sri Lanka. New Zealand had initially dominated with Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman's half-centuries, setting a brisk pace.