Afghanistan sealed a 72-run victory over Zimbabwe, winning the two-Test series with standout performances from Rashid Khan, who took 11 wickets, and centurions Rahmat Shah and Ismat Alam. Zimbabwe, overnight at 205-8, failed to add a run, with Khan and other bowlers quickly wrapping up the game, overcoming early rain interruptions.
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Smriti Mandhana smashed a record-breaking 77 runs in the third T20I against the West Indies, leading India to a series-clinching victory and their highest-ever T20I total of 217/4. She surpassed multiple records, including most 50+ scores and fours in women's T20Is. Richa Ghosh's blistering 54 off 21 balls further solidified India's dominance.
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