Dinesh Karthik shared insights on playing wrist spinners like Rashid Khan, emphasising wicketkeepers' advantage due to familiarity and lower body strength. He noted their proficiency in sweep shots and ability to pick cues effectively. Karthik highlighted Sanju Samson as the only wicketkeeper-batter among top performers against Rashid Khan, adding that flat-batted slog sweeps are crucial for negating spin.
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Mumbai police busted two fraudsters from Rajasthan who exploited vulnerable individuals seeking love reunions through an online scam. Posing as spiritual gurus, they convinced a South Mumbai woman's daughter to pay for rituals with gold and cash. The crime branch traced the suspects to Sri Ganganagar, recovering stolen property worth Rs 16.2 lakh.
Mohammed Siraj's decisive yorker secured a thrilling six-run victory for India in the Oval Test, sparking celebrations both on and off the field. Sunil Gavaskar's enthusiastic applause in the commentary box highlighted the significance of the win. India's bowlers, spearheaded by Siraj, orchestrated a remarkable comeback, denying England a series victory and igniting pride among fans and legends alike.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella lauded the India vs. England Test series as a 'masterclass in resilience, strategy, and sportsmanship,' praising the thrilling competition and captivating performances. The five-match series, ending in a 2-2 draw, witnessed outstanding displays from both teams. Anand Mahindra also echoed the sentiment, emphasizing India's spirit and resilience despite the drawn scoreline.
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