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Usman Khawaja slams maiden double ton in Tests during clash against Sri La
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Australia opener Usman Khawaja scored his maiden double century in the longest format of the game during the first session of the second day of the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Thursday.
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International Masters League to kickstart on February 22 with Tendulkar-Sa
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The matches will begin at 7:30 pm. The opening game, scheduled for February 22, 2025, will witness a faceoff between the Asian giants. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar will lead an Indian team against a Sri Lankan side led by Kumar Sangakkara, one of Sri Lanka's most successful captains.
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"Trav will go to the top": Steve Smith confirms Travis Head as opener for
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Australia have not confirmed the playing XI for the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, but captain Steve Smith has said that Travis Head will open the batting alongside Usman Khawaja. This decision marks a strategic shift as Head steps into the role previously occupied by teenager Sam Ko
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"This boy has come prepared...": Raina on Jaiswal's inclusion in Champions
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
After some fantastic performances in the T20I and Test format, Jaiswal earned a spot in the ICC Champions Trophy squad as an opener alongside Shubman Gill and skipper Rohit Sharma.
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Smriti Mandhana named ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year for stellar 20
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
India's star batter Smriti Mandhana has been crowned the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year for her outstanding performances in 2024. The elegant left-handed opener dominated the 50-over format, amassing runs with remarkable consistency and flair, solidifying her reputation as one of the
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Three Indians named in 2024's ICC Women's T20I Team of the Year
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Opener Smriti Mandhana, wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh, and all-rounder Deepti Sharma are the three players from the Indian side who have been selected in the ICC Women's T20I Team of the Year 2024 on Saturday for their exceptional performances throughout the last calendar year.
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India Champions sign Shikhar Dhawan for World Championship of Legends seas
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Former India opener Shikar Dhawan will earmark Team India champions for the World Championship of Legends marking the first of the Legends lineup for the second edition.
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New year same India, Abhishek's lively display seals 7-wicket win for Indi
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Abhishek Sharma's flamboyant display lifted India to its first T20I win in 2025 as England succumbed to a seven-wicket defeat in the series opener at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
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"He allows players to express themselves": Suryakumar Yadav on Gautam Gamb
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav has credited Gautam Gambhir's leadership for fostering a positive and player-friendly atmosphere in the team on Tuesday in Kolkata. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Suryakumar highlighted the former Indian opener's unique approach to mentoring and m
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Suryakumar Yadav backs Sanju Samson as India's preferred wicketkeeper
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Ahead of the T20I series opener, India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed full confidence in wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, putting to rest any doubts about his position in the squad on Tuesday in Kolkata Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Suryakumar lauded Samson's recen
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"We can be really aggressive": Buttler on England's batting depth ahead of
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
A formidable batting lineup is the cornerstone of any successful international cricket team. Combine that with a coach who champions an aggressive approach and a squad where nearly every player boasts a first-class hundred and the ability to hit towering sixes, and England--a team capable of
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Rohit, Jaiswal named in Mumbai's 17-player squad for Ranji Trophy clash
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
India Test captain Rohit Sharma and young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal have been included in Mumbai's squad for their upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir.
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