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India’s off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin registered his name further into cricketing history by equalling Australian legend Shane Warne’s record of 37 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, with Warne taking his last five-for in December 2006. Ashwin’s remarkable 6-88 in the second innings helped India secure a commanding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test at Chepauk, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. With this feat Ashwin moved into second place for bowlers with the most five-wicket hauls, matching Warne’s tally. Only Sri Lanka’s Muttiah Muralitharan, with a staggering 67 five-fors, stands ahead of him. Ashwin, who…
The 2024 Caribbean Premier League has been nothing short of thrilling and excitement is set to heighten as the tournament moves toward the playoffs where the top four teams will compete in the knockouts. The upcoming match will feature the Trinbago Knight Riders facing off against the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots on September 23 at the Brian Lara Cricket Stadium. TKR vs SKN Match Details As the teams prepare for this exciting clash all eyes will be on the competitive spirit expected to unfold on the field. Let us delve into Dream11 predictions, pitch conditions, Key player selections, and…
The 24th T20 match of the Caribbean Premier League 2024 will feature two of the tournament’s top contenders, the Barbados Royals and the Saint Lucia Kings, at the Providence Stadium, Guyana. Keep reading for Dream11 match prediction, top fantasy picks, pitch report, predicted playing XIs & more. BR vs SLK Match Details The Barbados Royals are currently at the top of the table with 5 wins from 6 matches. On the other hand the Saint Lucia Kings are placed 3rd on the table, with 4 wins from 6 matches and 8 points. BR vs SLK Predicted Playing XI Saint Lucia…
Rashid Khan was in spectacular form for Afghanistan during the second ODI against South Africa in Sharjah on Friday. The Afghanistan star delivered a five-wicket haul as Afghanistan restricted South Africa to a mere 134 while defending a total of 311. In doing so, Rashid achieved a milestone, becoming the first cricketer in the 53-year history of ODI cricket to take a five-wicket haul on his birthday. Rashid celebrated his 26th birthday on Friday. Prior to this, the best ODI figures by a bowler had been 4/12 by Vernon Philander against Ireland in Belfast in 2007 and 4/44 by Stuart…
India batter KL Rahul has joined an elite club that includes the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and many more legends. Rahul achieved this remarkable feat during the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chennai. During the second innings of the Chennai Test, Rahul completed 8000 runs in international cricket, becoming the latest entrant in the 8000-run club for India and the 17th Indian batter to reach this milestone. Rahul reached the milestone with a four off the part-time left-arm spinner Mominul Haque. It was an arm ball from Mominul, but it was too short, and…
India wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant showcased his skills behind the stumps, not only through his glovework but also with his trademark chatter, during Day 2 of the first Test match between India and Bangladesh. After Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja contributed to a solid total, it was their turn to shine with the ball. Pant encouraged the duo from behind the stumps, offering his own insights as well. Once again, Pant’s charisma behind the stumps was prominently on display. Rishabh Pant was playing a Test match for the first time in nearly two years, reminding everyone why he might have…
The 23rd match of Caribbean Premier League 2024 will feature the Guyana Amazon Warriors going up against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. GUY vs ABF Match Details The Guyana Amazon Warriors are currently sitting 4th in the points table having played 5 matches with 3 wins and 2 losses. On the flip side the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have participated in 9 matches, securing 3 wins and facing 6 losses. GUY vs ABF Complete Squad Antigua and Barbuda Falcons: Mohammad Amir, Hayden Walsh, Kofi James, Kelvin Pitman, Joshua James, Jewel Andrew, Jahmar Hamilton, Sam…
In the 22nd match of the Caribbean Premier League 2024, two of the tournament’s top contenders – Barbados Royals and Saint Lucia Kings will face each other. BR vs SLK Match Details The Barbados Royals currently sit at the top of the table with 5 wins from 6 matches. Meanwhile the Saint Lucia Kings occupy the 3rd spot, with 4 victories from their 6 matches and 8 points. BR vs SLK Complete Squad Barbados Royals Squad: Rovman Powell (c), Alick Athanaze, Shamarh Brooks, Rivaldo Clarke (wk), Quinton de Kock (wk), Kevin Wickham, Rahkeem Cornwall, Jason Holder, Kadeem Alleyne, Obed McCoy,…
Indian fast bowler Akash Deep is known for his bowling skills. But Akash is also a capable batter and can land a few lusty blows with the bat. When he came to bat in India’s first innings at Chennai, he was expected to score some quick runs. However, during the Chennai Test, something else caught attention besides his batting and bowling that made Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Gautam Gambhir burst out in laughter in the Indian dressing room. Akash Deep was struck by a poor throw from Hasan Mahmud. Just a few balls before his dismissal, Akash was hit…
Former India batting coach Vikram Rathour has joined the Rajasthan Royals’ backroom staff in the same role ahead of IPL 2025, as announced by the franchise on social media on Friday (Sep 20). Rathour will reconnect with Rahul Dravid, the Royals’ new head coach, a few months after they led Team India to its second T20 World Cup title in June. Their contracts concluded with the end of the multi-team tournament in the Americas. Rathour has been a part of Team India as the batting coach for five years, collaborating with former coaches Ravi Shastri and Dravid, respectively. “I look…