Karn Sharma Retires, Leaving Behind Four IPL Titles
Karn Sharma announced his retirement from competitive cricket at 38, ending a nearly two-decade career highlighted by India appearances, 591 wickets and four IPL titles.
Jay Shah Visits DDCA Prez Rohan Jaitley To Pay Tribute To Late Arun Jaitley
DDCA President Rohan Jaitley: Jay Shah, Chairperson of the International Cricket Council(ICC), visited Rohan Jaitley, President of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA), at his home on Sunday to pay homage to the late Arun Jaitley on the eve of his 7th death anniversary. The visit by Jay Shah is a gesture of respect, remembrance and gratitude to a visionary leader, statesman and true inspiration. It is a remembrance of late Arun Jaitley's legacy and following his vision. Arun Jaitley, who held portfolios like Finance, Corporate Affairs, Defence, Information and Broadcasting, Law and Justice, Commerce and Industry in various Bharatiya Janata Party governments at the Centre between 1999 and 2019, was president of the DDCa from 1999 to 2013. He also held the post of vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and served on the governing council of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He was credited with ending infighting in the DDCA and bringing changes in governance. The DDCA's Feroze Shah Kotla Stadium was renamed after the late Arun Jaitley a few years back. Arun Jaitley, who held portfolios like Finance, Corporate Affairs, Defence, Information and Broadcasting, Law and Justice, Commerce and Industry in various Bharatiya Janata Party governments at the Centre between 1999 and 2019, was president of the DDCa from 1999 to 2013. He also held the post of vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and served on the governing council of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As DDCA president, Rohan Jaitley successfully turned around the association's financial health. When he assumed leadership, DDCA had just Rs 85 lakh in reserves and outstanding dues of Rs 22 crore. Under his guidance, the association's finances improved significantly, including a Rs 100-crore fixed deposit and the investment of over Rs 70 crore to renovate the stadium for the 2023 World Cup. He was also instrumental in the launch of the Delhi Premier League. Article Source: IANS
Gavaskar, Kapil Join Appeal for Imran Khan's Medical Care
Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and 19 former captains urged Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to ensure independent medical assessment, treatment and court-ordered family visits for Imran Khan.
Duleep Trophy | Deshpande, Kotian put West Zone in control
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Fails, Sudip Gharami, Shahbaz Ahmed Tons Prop Up East Zone In Duleep Trophy
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Sunil Gavaskar And Kapil Dev Among 21 Ex-Captains Appealing For Imran Khan's Treatment
Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and Dilip Vengsarkar are among 21 former international captains who have appealed to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for proper medical treatment and welfare of Imran Khan.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Crossed Line: Ex-India Star On Heated Altercation During 2nd Sri Lanka Test
During a heated moment in the second India vs Sri Lanka Test, Yashasvi Jaiswal nearly came to blows with Asitha Fernando.
'No Point Faking It...': Kotak Clears Air on Kuldeep's Absence
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Khalid Al Zarooni Elected As ACC's Vice-President, ACB Added To Body's Full Member Board
Emirates Cricket Board President Khalid: UAE's Emirates Cricket Board President Khalid Al Zarooni was unanimously elected as the Vice-President of the Asian Cricket Council during its annual general meeting, the ACC confirmed on Sunday. The continental body also approved the addition of the Afghanistan Cricket Board to its full member board. The meeting was held on Saturday as the ACC sat in for discussions related to key governance matters, including elections to the ACC Executive Board, the rotation policy of the ACC Presidency, and the formation of various ACC committees. The body also confirmed the election of representatives of the non-Test-playing countries and associate members to the ACC Executive Board for 20262028. It confirmed the appointment of Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Saoud Al Thani, Qatar Cricket Association President, and Mahmood Gaznavi, Singapore Cricket Association President, from the non-Test-playing nations. The ACC also brought in Mohamed Faisal from the Cricket Board of Maldives and Mohammad Mansoor from Bahrain Cricket Federation to share the term in office on the Executive Board. Meanwhile, the ACC members approved the addition of the ACB to the oster of Full Member Boards that may assume the Presidency of the Asian Cricket Council. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh currently rotate the Presidency of ACC. The body also confirmed the election of representatives of the non-Test-playing countries and associate members to the ACC Executive Board for 20262028. It confirmed the appointment of Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Saoud Al Thani, Qatar Cricket Association President, and Mahmood Gaznavi, Singapore Cricket Association President, from the non-Test-playing nations. The ACC also brought in Mohamed Faisal from the Cricket Board of Maldives and Mohammad Mansoor from Bahrain Cricket Federation to share the term in office on the Executive Board. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I congratulate our newly elected Vice President and Executive Board Members, and I thank every Member Board for the spirit of unity and cooperation that continues to define this Council. Our responsibility now is to carry this vision forward with humility, discipline and an unwavering commitment to the game for the players of today, and for the generations of Asian cricketers yet to come, Naqvi added. Article Source: IANS
Duleep Trophy: Sooryavanshi Flops; Gharami, Shahbaz Lift East Zone
Teen batting star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored just eight runs on his Duleep Trophy debut for East Zone before Sudip Gharami and Shahbaz Ahmed hit hundreds to power them to 355 for 6 against North East.
Former captains renew appeal to Pakistan PM over Imran Khan's health
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India Coach Breaks Silence On Yashasvi Jaiswal On-Field Spat During 2nd Sri Lanka Test
Yashasvi Jaiswal brought himself within the ambit of ICC's Code of Conduct breach while engaging in a tense altercation with Asitha Fernando, during which the Indian opener's helmet made contact with Sri Lankan pacer's forehead.
His intent, temperament and the pace with which he batted looked good; he has been waiting for his turn and I am happy with the way he has prepared for this opportunity, said Sitanshu Kotak on Devdutt Padikkal
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Pant expected to bat after retiring hurt on first day
The India wicketkeeper had retired hurt after copping a blow on the wrist of his left hand while attemping a pull off Kumara
Rishabh Pant To Bat Again After Injury In 2nd Sri Lanka Test? India Coach Provides Major Update
Indian cricket team batting coach Sitanshu Kotak provided a huge update on Rishabh Pant after the wicket-keeper batter left the field retired hurt on Day 1 of the second Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
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The Australia captain also said that Labuschagne batted well in the nets but
Dinesh Karthik perfect candidate to become CSK coach, says Matthew Hayden
The Indian team kicked off the second Test of the ongoing series between the two sides. The teams met at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, from August 23rd, and the game began with India coming in to bat first after the toss. The side hoped to get off to a good start to the game.
'Dream Achieved' - Saransh Jain Expresses Gratitude To God, Family After Getting India Cap
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2nd Test: Padikkals Second Ton, Gills Fifty Put India Slightly Ahead Of Sri Lanka (Lead)
Sinhalese Sports Club: Devdutt Padikkal continued his sublime run by hitting a brilliant second Test century before Sri Lanka hit back late with the second new ball to restrict India to 300/5 in 85 overs at stumps on Day One of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo on Sunday. After electing to bat first on winning the toss, India looked set to dominate after Padikkal (117) and Ravindra Jadeja (43) added a 74-run partnership in the final session. Padikkal, who was dropped twice on zero and one, brought up his second Test hundred in consecutive matches with a series of precise cuts, which was his most productive shot of the day, off Prabath Jayasuriya, before accelerating after reaching the milestone. The highlight of the day was Padikkals quiet authority, with his technique and temperament adding immense depth and putting the long-standing debate around Indias number three spot comprehensively to rest. Though he endured a few nervous moments and survived a couple of dropped catches early in his innings, Padikkal swiftly locked in to become a deeply calming presence at the crease. The highlight of his mastery was his method against the spinners -- judging length exceptionally early and playing late off the back foot. Though Asitha Fernandos three-wicket haul has kept Sri Lanka in the game, India are well-poised to get a big first-innings total, thanks to Dhruv Jurel and debutant Saransh Jain unbeaten at the crease on seven and four respectively. Apart from Padikkal hitting 12 boundaries in his sublime knock, skipper Shubman Gill hit his first fifty in Sri Lanka off 108 balls, laced with six boundaries. In the morning, batting first on a pitch giving ample assistance to seamers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul made a steady start, as 30 of their opening stand of 37 runs came via boundaries mainly. Against the seamers who got enough seam movement, the modus operandi was to get boundaries via drives on fuller balls. But Rahul was set up by short-pitched deliveries before nicking behind off a lazy cut off wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella off Lahiru Kumaras bowling to fall for 18. Padikkal joined Jaiswal but endured a nervous initiation. Before opening his account, Padikkal was dropped at backward point off Kumara as Sonal Dinusha failed to hold on to the catch. Sometime later, Padikkal earned a reprieve when captain Dhananjaya de Silva spilt a regulation chance at slip against off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha. At the other end, Jaiswal stepped up the aggression in the 17th over by dispatching Fernando for three consecutive boundaries - an elegant drive past mid-on was followed by a ramp over slip, and a swivel pull through backward square leg. But Fernando had the last laugh on the final ball of the over by nipping one back off the seam to castle Jaiswal for 45. A fiery send-off from the pacer led to a tense and ugly face-to-face verbal altercation with Jaiswal, where a bit of shovelling and headbutting via Jaiswals helmet also happened. Its something that can attract a huge fine for Jaiswal from match referee Andy Pycroft. De Silva then intervened and separated the two before Jaiswal walked off the field. Gill joined Padikkal and safely negotiated the remaining overs to take India to the lunch break without further damage. Resuming after lunch, Gill and Padikkal continued to build steadily against an increasingly frustrated Sri Lankan attack. Padikkal, who survived an early short-pitched bowling test, settled down and brought out the drive, pull and cuts to reach his fifty off 90 balls by crunching a boundary through the covers off Prabath Jayasuriya. The pair brought up their century stand off 168 deliveries as Sri Lanka resorted to negative tactics, with spinners Jayasuriya and Keshara Nuwantha firing deliveries down the leg stump to test the batters' patience. It meant multiple wides were called and forced the spinners back onto bowling a competitive line. Gill, who managed just 16 and eight in the series opener in Galle, was fluent in his front-foot play to reach his ninth Test half-century off 99 balls by flicking through fine leg for a single. Just as India looked set to complete a wicketless session in the Colombo heat, Fernando produced a breakthrough against the run of play. Pitching one on back on a length and wide of off stump, Fernando induced a loose slash from Gill, and had him edging behind to wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, who clung on to the catch on the second attempt. Fernando almost got his second wicket when he struck Pant low on the pad with a full, inswinging delivery. But the umpire turned down the vociferous appeal, with replays suggesting the angle would have carried the ball past leg stump, as the tea break arrived. The final session began with a big blow for India when wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after taking a sharp hit on a Lahiru Kumara bouncer to his left wrist. Pant's availability for the remainder of the match remains uncertain, though he was padded up later in the evening. After that, Jadeja arrived and got his boundaries by picking the length quickly. Padikkal, on the other hand, continued his smooth run by getting his second consecutive century and got loud applause from the dressing room. With Padikkal nailing his backfoot cuts, the pressure on Sri Lanka to get a breakthrough became huge. Skipper Dhananjaya de Silvas move to bring back off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha paid immediate dividends when Nuwantha pushed a 91kph quicker delivery from around the wicket and beat Padikkal's back-foot defence to crash into off-stump and dismiss him for 117. Jurel then joined Jadeja, who was battling severe left-arm cramps and required multiple visits from the Indian team physio after being hit there. Jadeja survived until the 85th over, when Asitha Fernando breached his defence with the second new ball through a picture-perfect inswinger from around the wicket, as the batter offered no shot. Jain immediately got off the mark with a late cut to the backward point boundary, and brought up the 300-run mark for India in the final over of the day, before stumps arrived. Sri Lankas fast bowlers laboured in hot and humid conditions, but Fernandos late strike ensured the hosts ended a compelling days play on equal footing. Jurel then joined Jadeja, who was battling severe left-arm cramps and required multiple visits from the Indian team physio after being hit there. Jadeja survived until the 85th over, when Asitha Fernando breached his defence with the second new ball through a picture-perfect inswinger from around the wicket, as the batter offered no shot. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India 300/5 in 85 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 117, Shubman Gill 50; Asitha Fernando 3-46, Lahiru Kumara 1-38) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: How Padikkal Made Sri Lanka Pay for Missed Chances
Devdutt Padikkal struck his second century of the series, capitalising on Sri Lanka's early dropped chances to make 117 and steer India towards a strong first-innings total.
Devdutt Padikkal Scripts History, Registers Unique World Record In Sri Lanka
Devdutt Padikkal continued his stunning run of form as the India batter slammed another century during Day 1 of the second Test match against Sri Lanka on Sunday.
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2nd Test: Padikkal Hits 117 As India Reach 300/5 Against Sri Lanka Despite Fernandos Three-for
Sinhalese Sports Club: Devdutt Padikkal continued his sublime run by hitting a brilliant second Test century before Sri Lanka hit back late with the second new ball to restrict India to 300/5 in 85 overs at stumps on Day One of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Sunday. After electing to bat first on winning the toss, India looked set to dominate after Padikkal (117) and Ravindra Jadeja (43) added a 74-run partnership in the final session. Padikkal, who was dropped twice on zero and once, brought up his second Test hundred in consecutive matches with a series of precise cuts, which was his most productive shot of the day, off Prabath Jayasuriya, before accelerating after reaching the milestone. Though Asitha Fernandos three-wicket haul has kept Sri Lanka in the game, India are well-poised to get a big first-innings total, thanks to Dhruv Jurel and debutant Saransh Jain unbeaten at the crease on seven and four respectively. Earlier in the final session, India suffered a big blow when wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after taking a sharp hit on a Lahiru Kumara bouncer to his left wrist. Pant's availability for the remainder of the match remains uncertain, though he was padded up later in the evening. After that, Jadeja arrived and got his boundaries by picking the length quickly. Padikkal, on the other hand, continued his smooth run by getting his second consecutive century and got loud applause from the dressing room. With Padikkal nailing his backfoot cuts, the pressure on Sri Lanka to get a breakthrough became huge. Skipper Dhananjaya de Silvas move to bring back off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha paid immediate dividends when Nuwantha pushed a 91kph quicker delivery from around the wicket and beat Padikkal's back-foot defence to crash into off-stump and dismiss him for 117. Jurel then joined Jadeja, who was battling severe left-arm cramps and required multiple visits from the Indian team physio after being hit once there. Jadeja survived until the 85th over, when Asitha Fernando breached his defence with the second new ball through a picture-perfect inswinger from around the wicket, as the batter offered no shot. Jain immediately got off the mark with a late cut to the backward point boundary, and brought up the 300-run mark for India in the final over of the day, before stumps arrived. Sri Lankas fast bowlers laboured in hot and humid conditions, but Fernandos late strike ensured the hosts ended a compelling days play on equal footing. Jurel then joined Jadeja, who was battling severe left-arm cramps and required multiple visits from the Indian team physio after being hit once there. Jadeja survived until the 85th over, when Asitha Fernando breached his defence with the second new ball through a picture-perfect inswinger from around the wicket, as the batter offered no shot. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India 300/5 in 85 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 117, Shubman Gill 50; Asitha Fernando 3-46, Lahiru Kumara 1-38) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
North Zone's Duleep Trophy selection sparks controversy
North Zone coaches Ajay Sharma and Sarandeep Singh are under scrutiny for controversially dropping Sanat Sangwan, the Ranji Trophy's third-highest run-scorer, for the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against West Zone, opting instead for Yash Dhull, who had a significantly poorer Ranji season.
Dropped On 0, Devdutt Padikkal Slams Century in India vs Sri Lanka Colombo Test
Devdutt Padikkal is making a strong case for his place in India's Test team after making the most of his opportunity in Sri Lanka. The left-hander scored another stylish 117 in the second Test in Colombo on his way to a
Bangladesh captain urges Australia for more Test tours
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has urged Australia and cricket's powerbrokers to increase Test tours to the South Asian nation, emphasising its importance for his team to gain experience in diverse conditions and improve in the format.
Captain Cummins Praises Green's Redemption as Australia Answer Back
Captain Pat Cummins praised Australia's emphatic Mackay response after their Darwin shock, while Cameron Green's gritty 67 and commanding series batting silenced doubts over his Test place.
Leg Spinner Karan Sharma Announces Retirement
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IND vs SL 2nd Test: Rishabh Pant retires hurt after being hit on left arm
Rishabh Pant, who scored three off 15 balls, received treatment from the team physiotherapist before walking off in visible discomfort
Mitchell Starc Drops Big Future Update After Entering Top 10 Test Wicket-Takers
Mitchell Starc, 36, continued delivering peak performances for Australia, securing yet another 'Player of the Series' award after the West Indies tour and the Ashes series at home.
Colombo Test: Rishabh Pant Walks Off Retired Hurt
India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant retired hurt during the second Test against Sri Lanka after being hit on his left arm by a short ball from Lahiru Kumara. He received medical attention but was visibly in pain and left the field, with Ravindra Jadeja replacing him.
Devdutt Padikkal continues red-hot form, smashes consecutive century to keep SL at bay in 2nd Test
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Mitchell Starc becomes leading WTC wicket-taker
Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc has become the leading wicket-taker in ICC World Test Championship (WTC) history, surpassing teammates Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon.
Id Like To Milk My Body For All I Can For Test Cricket: Starc After Mackay Heroics
Mitchell Starc: Mitchell Starc reaffirmed his commitment to Test cricket after producing a match-winning 10-wicket haul against Bangladesh, saying the longest format remains the pinnacle for him and he wants to continue playing for Australia for as long as his body allows. Starc was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series after spearheading Australia's innings-and-51-run victory in the second Test at Mackay on Sunday. The result levelled the two-match series 1-1 following Bangladesh's nine-wicket win in Darwin. The left-arm pacer claimed six wickets in the first innings and added four more in the second to finish with 10/51, his best 10-wicket haul in a home Test. His performance also helped Australia complete the two-day Test in just 750 balls. Asked about his longevity and commitment to Australia's Test team, Starc made it clear that the format remains his biggest priority. Yeah, it's still hanging together. Yeah, I thoroughly enjoy being part of this group. Test cricket, I've said it before, will always be the pinnacle for me, Starc said after the match. The 36-year-old also highlighted the significance of the Australian team environment and the celebrations that follow a Test victory. Later on when we get to sing the song, and he's leading it, that's one of the main reasons why we like to do it, love to do it. So, yeah, I'd like to milk my body for all I can for Test cricket, and that's how it... he said. Starc's comments came after another outstanding performance that took him into the top 10 wicket-takers in Test history. However, the veteran pacer remained focused on the present rather than milestones. I don't know yet. I'm still playing. Nathan did remind me that I've just stepped on the first rung of the ladder and he's still up there looking down on me. So, still got a way to go, Starc said, referring to teammate Nathan Lyon. Reflecting on Australia's response after their defeat in Darwin, Starc said the team delivered the performance they expected from themselves in Mackay. Yeah, much better week. We knew we weren't at our best, or what we expect of ourselves in Darwin. Bangladesh played really well, so nothing away from them there,but yeah, what we expect from ourselves this week is what we got, particularly with the ball on a wicket that aided us with the ball. So, yeah, one-all series, but a much better week for us, he said. Starc also enjoyed his experience playing in Darwin and Mackay, drawing similarities between the Mackay surface and Brisbane's Gabba. Yeah, it's been a nice wicket. I guess a lot of similarities to the Gabba, which the Queensland boys let us know quite quickly. But yeah, it's been a lovely couple of days of weather and a few points on the golf course and a good Test match win, he said. Starc also enjoyed his experience playing in Darwin and Mackay, drawing similarities between the Mackay surface and Brisbane's Gabba. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Yeah, there's a couple of white-ball series before those Test matches into Africa. So I will just get told what I'm doing and will pack the bag accordingly. Passport ready to go, Starc said. Article Source: IANS
Saransh Jain's Red-Ball Dedication Earns India Test Cap
Saransh Jain, India's Test cap No. 320, prioritised red-ball cricket over an IPL contract, a decision lauded by his coach Chandrakant Pandit, which ultimately led to his Test debut against Sri Lanka.
Bangladesh Create History In ICC Rankings Despite Despite Heavy Defeat To Australia
Bangladesh tasted another piece of history when they achieved a historic outcome in the ICC Test rankings for the teams following the recent update by the global governing body on Sunday.
Rishabh Pant Forced To Leave The Field While Batting During 2nd Test Against Sri Lanka
Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant was forced to walked off the field retired hurt during Day 1 of the second Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Sunday.
Former cricket captains urge Pakistan for humane treatment, proper medical care for Imran Khan
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2nd Test: Rishabh Pant Forced To Retire Hurt After Copping Blow On Wrist In Colombo
Sinhalese Sports Club: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after copping a painful blow to his left wrist off a sharp bouncer from Sri Lanka fast bowler Lahiru Kumara on day one of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground here on Sunday. The incident occurred in the ongoing final session when on the very first ball of the 58th over Kumara was introduced back into the attack. Operating from round the wicket, he banged one in short that angled into the body. Pant, attempting to step across to the off side and pull behind square, was through his shot early and took a blow on his left wrist. The ball dribbled down the leg side towards wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, with Pant immediately down in severe discomfort having taken the hit on the wrist bone, just below his left forearm. Play was halted for a considerable duration as the Indian team physio Kamlesh Jain rushed to the field with an ice pack to prevent swelling. After an extended assessment and treatment, brief taping was applied to Pants wrist before it was swiftly removed. But following a discussion with the match umpires and the pain not reducing, Pant was forced to walk off the field after having scored three off 15 balls. The ball dribbled down the leg side towards wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, with Pant immediately down in severe discomfort having taken the hit on the wrist bone, just below his left forearm. Play was halted for a considerable duration as the Indian team physio Kamlesh Jain rushed to the field with an ice pack to prevent swelling. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories After going off the field, Pant sat in the dugout and got further attention from team doctor Charles Minz, with Jurel also looking towards his injured left wrist. Last year, Pant was forced to retire hurt after suffering a right foot fracture off a delivery from Chris Woakes in the Manchester Test, but later came back to hit a valiant fifty. Article Source: IANS
Karn Sharma, 4-time IPL winner, announces retirement from professional cricket
In a major development, veteran India spinner Karn Sharma has come forward and announced his retirement from professional cricket. At 38 years old, Karn Sharma announced his decision to hang up his boots. It is...
2nd Test: Padikkal, Gill Smash Fifties As India Reach 187/3 Against Sri Lanka At Tea
Captain Shubman Gill: Captain Shubman Gill and Devdutt Padikkal hit contrasting half-centuries to put India in command before Sri Lanka fast bowler Asitha Fernando struck late by dismissing the former to leave the second Test delicately poised at tea on day ones play at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Sunday. At tea break, India reached 187/3 in 52 overs, and dominated the second session until Gills dismissal for 50 broke a flourishing 120-run partnership off 209 balls for the third wicket. Padikkal remained unbeaten on 63 alongside Rishabh Pant, whos yet to get off the mark and survived a loud lbw appeal off the final ball before the tea break arrived. Resuming after lunch on a pitch offering assistance to the bowlers, Gill and Padikkal built steadily against an increasingly frustrated Sri Lankan attack. Padikkal, who was dropped on zero and survived an early short-pitched bowling test, settled down and brought out the drive, pull and cuts to reach his fifty off 90 balls by crunching a boundary through the covers off Prabath Jayasuriya. The pair brought up their century stand off 168 deliveries as Sri Lanka resorted to negative tactics, with spinners Jayasuriya and Keshara Nuwantha firing deliveries down the leg stump to test the batters patience. It meant multiple wides were called to force the spinners back onto a competitive line. Gill, who managed just 16 and eight in the series opener in Galle, was fluent in his front-foot play to reach his ninth Test half-century and first in Sri Lanka off 99 balls by flicking through fine leg for a single. Just as India looked set to complete a wicketless session in the Colombo heat, Fernando produced a breakthrough against the run of play. Pitching one on back on a length and wide of off stump, Fernando induced a loose slash from Gill, and had him edging behind to wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, who clung on to the catch on the second attempt. Gill, who managed just 16 and eight in the series opener in Galle, was fluent in his front-foot play to reach his ninth Test half-century and first in Sri Lanka off 99 balls by flicking through fine leg for a single. Just as India looked set to complete a wicketless session in the Colombo heat, Fernando produced a breakthrough against the run of play. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: India 187/3 in 52 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 63 not out, Shubman Gill 50; Asitha Fernando 2-34, Lahiru Kumara 1-33) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto admitted his side did not produce their best performance against Australia but said the two-Test series would provide valuable experience as they look to improve in challenging overseas conditions.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal's aggressive innings in the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka got cut short on day one after the opening batsman got into a heated altercation with the pacer Asitha Fernando after getting out in Colombo. Jaiswal, on
Bangladesh Jump Three Spots To Reach No.6 In Test Rankings For First Time
The Bangla Tigers: Bangladesh tasted another piece of history when they achieved a historic outcome in the ICC Test rankings for the teams following the recent update by the global governing body on Sunday. The Bangla Tigers, who famously defeated Australia in the first Test but lost the second one, have jumped three places in the Test standings to reach No.6. This marked the first instance of Bangladesh rising above the No.9 spot in the Test rankings as Test skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto called it a huge achievement. Of course (reaching No. 6) is good news, Shanto said after his side lost the second Test to Australia by an innings and 51 runs. I am just hearing about it. To reach No 6 in the Test ranking is a huge achievement. It would have been better if we could have played better cricket in this Test match. Bangladesh went past West Indies, Pakistan and Sri Lanka to reach No.6 and have a rating of 78 now. Shanto also appealed for Bangladesh to play more Test matches in Australia, as the recently concluded 1-1 series was their first in Australia after 23 years. We are here after 23 years (first Test series in Australia since 2003). It's not easy to compete in this condition against this quality of team. If we are able to come here consistently, then the players can get an idea of playing here. They will have more experience playing in Australia. They can adjust to this kind of condition and play good cricket, he said. Not only for Tests, Bangladesh hardly get to travel to Australia for the other two formats too. Their last ODI series Down Under was in 2008, while they have not toured the nation for T20Is yet. Shanto pointed out that the conditions feel alien if they don't get to play Down Under. It's hard for the players. Probably 90% of the players haven't played here. They don't know how to adjust, how to cope with this kind of condition, and this kind of bowling attack. My request is that we want to play here. We want to play similar kind of conditions consistently, not after 23 or 25 years, he said. Bangladesh went past West Indies, Pakistan and Sri Lanka to reach No.6 and have a rating of 78 now. Shanto also appealed for Bangladesh to play more Test matches in Australia, as the recently concluded 1-1 series was their first in Australia after 23 years. We are here after 23 years (first Test series in Australia since 2003). It's not easy to compete in this condition against this quality of team. If we are able to come here consistently, then the players can get an idea of playing here. They will have more experience playing in Australia. They can adjust to this kind of condition and play good cricket, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories However, the Aussies stormed back in the second Test. Mitchell Starc took a match haul of 10 wickets. He took 6-12 in the first innings to run through the visitors' batting attack to bowl them out for 64. Cameron Green put a stellar 67 with the bat as Australia posted 210 before Starc came back to haunt Bangladesh and picked up 4-39 to bowl them out for 95. Article Source: IANS
Sooryavanshi falls cheaply on Duleep Trophy debut
Teen prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and skipper Ishan Kishan had disappointing performances for East Zone in their Duleep Trophy campaign opener against North East Zone, both falling for single-digit scores.
Saransh Jain Creates History On India Debut, Breaks 26-Year-Old Record
Saransh Jain became the fifth player from Indore to play for the country in the red-ball format after Narendra Hirwani, Rajesh Chauhan, Naman Ojha, and Rajat Patidar.
India Receive WTC Advantage After Bangladesh Lose To Australia In Mackay
Great Barrier Reef Arena: India were handed a slight advantage in their quest for a spot in the World Test Championship final after Bangladesh suffered a defeat to Australia in the second Test match in Mackay on Sunday. India, who are ranked fifth and behind Bangladesh, now have a chance to go past them as they look to outclass Sri Lanka in the second Test in Colombo. Bangladesh, who famously stunned the former WTC champions Australia for their maiden Test win Down Under, could not replicate the Darwin brilliance at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. Tearaway speedster Mitchell Starc starred with a match haul of 10 wickets as he ripped apart the Bangla Tigers' batting line-up to set up an innings and 51-run win for the hosts. This salvaged some pride for the 2023 WTC champions, who were embarrassed by the Najmul Hossain Shanto-led side in the first Test. The result saw Australia gain again in the WTC points table, while Bangladesh lost crucial PCT as India received a favour. Australia firmed their No.1 spot in the nine-team table and now have 96 WTC points and a PCT of 80 from 10 matches (eight wins and two losses). South Africa follow them in second with 36 points and a PCT of 75 from four matches (three wins and one loss), while New Zealand are third, tallying 52 points and a PCT of 72.22 from six games (four wins, one loss, one draw). Bangladesh, who famously stunned the former WTC champions Australia for their maiden Test win Down Under, could not replicate the Darwin brilliance at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. Tearaway speedster Mitchell Starc starred with a match haul of 10 wickets as he ripped apart the Bangla Tigers' batting line-up to set up an innings and 51-run win for the hosts. This salvaged some pride for the 2023 WTC champions, who were embarrassed by the Najmul Hossain Shanto-led side in the first Test. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Their opponents, Sri Lanka, are a distant sixth with 20 points and a PCT of 33.33 from five matches (one win, two losses and two draws). England 29.76 PCT), West Indies (20.83 PCT) and Pakistan (19.05 PCT) follow them. Article Source: IANS
Jadeja's Wisdom For Newcomer Saransh Jain
Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja advised debutant Saransh Jain to treat his maiden Test match as another First-Class game, urging him to enjoy the moment without pressure. Saransh, the 320th player to represent India in Tests, expressed his happiness at receiving his cap from an all-rounder like Jadeja and dedicated his cricketing journey to his father.
Bangladesh Eye More Australia Tests To Hit Next Level
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said on Sunday his team had taken a lot of confidence from their two-Test series in Australia and were keen to return as they aim for more consistency. The visitors stunned the world's top-ranked side with a nine-wicket win in Darwin last week, their first on Australian soil and one considered their greatest of all time. But they came crashing back to earth with an innings and 51-run thrashing in the second Test at Mackay on Sunday. It was their first Test tour of Australia in 23 years and Najmul said they wanted to come back to better understand the conditions, with the pitch in Mackay fast and bouncy. I think it was a very proud moment as a team, and we showed our character and discipline in the first Test, he said. But we need to be consistent, and I believe if we are able to get more chances, similar kinds of conditions year after year, it will help us. And that's what we want. It's a long time, 23 years, since we came here and we played two Test matches, it's not easy. So if we have that ability, that chance to play every single year, it will help us to improve our game. With Australian left-armer Mitchell Starc almost unplayable, finding plenty of seam and swing, Bangladesh collapsed in their first innings, all out for just 64. They fared little better in their second, with Starc again causing problems as they crumbled to 95 on a tricky surface. They showed their character, and we didn't play our best best match, said Najmul. This was different conditions (to Darwin). A little extra bounce and swing in the air. It was challenging for us. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories But as a team if we want to go forward we need to address these conditions and I think this experience will help us moving forward.
The Indian team took on Sri Lanka in the second Test of the series. The two sides met at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, from August 23, and India came in to bat first....
Gill Joins Elite Club with 3,000 Test Runs
Shubman Gill has become the fourth-youngest Indian cricketer to reach 3,000 Test runs, achieving the milestone during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, further solidifying his impressive record, especially as captain.
Shubman Gill Achieves Big Record That Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Couldn't
India captain Shubman Gill scripted a major record on Sunday during the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
Pat Cummins Hails 'Sharp' Australia As They Get Back To Winning Ways
Australia captain Pat Cummins praised his side for all looking sharp in a crushing innings and 51-run thrashing of Bangladesh in Mackay on Sunday as they emphatically bounced back from losing the first Test. The hosts were upset last week in Darwin by nine wickets -- their first red-ball game since their Ashes series victory over England wrapped up in January. Cummins said it was critical that they responded, and he was happy with the manner of the victory. I thought everyone was really sharp, he said. It's a bit like the opposite of last week. If you get a really good first hour or two, it can set up the rest of the match. Australia couldn't have asked for a better start to the second Test on Saturday, with Mitchell Starc producing a devastating masterclass to take five wickets in just 22 balls. It left Bangladesh reeling and they never recovered, all out for 64 with Starc taking 6-12. I don't think we can expect to get six for 20, or whatever we had, every match. But it was a great start and we didn't really let up after that, said Cummins. A lot of things went right these couple of days, and a lot of things went wrong last week. We needed to bounce and it was a great couple of days for the lads. The two-Test showdown was the beginning of an intense period of up to 21 Tests in 12 months that also includes series against South Africa, New Zealand and India. Australia hope to culminate the run in the World Test Championship final before a return blockbuster Ashes showdown in England. While opener Matt Renshaw failed to fire in his first Test since 2023 at Mackay, he is expected to be on the plane for a white-ball series then three Tests in South Africa in September-October. Cummins and Starc both indicated in Mackay that they were keen to play at least some of that white-ball series. The big question marks out of the Bangladesh Tests were the form of number three Marnus Labuschagne and whether Travis Head is best suited to open or should drop down the order. Allrounder Cameron Green came into the series under pressure after a lean spell, but a century in Darwin and a gutsy 67 in Mackay shut down his critics. He was in total command of his batting this whole series, so really happy for him, said Cummins of Green. He held our innings together yesterday and this morning, so hopefully he can take a lot of confidence out of that. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We know how good he is. He's now putting up some really solid performances in Test cricket. Lots of cricket coming up, and hopefully he continues it on.
Mitchell Starc Goes Past R Ashwin In All-Time List After 10 Wickets vs Bangladesh
Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc surpassed legends Ravichandran Ashwin and Chaminda Vaas in international cricket's all-time wicket charts with a ten-wicket haul against Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay on Sunday.
We Didnt Play Our Best Match, Says Shanto After Bangladeshs Heavy Defeat To Australia
Najmul Hossain Shanto: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto admitted his side did not produce their best performance against Australia but said the two-Test series would provide valuable experience as they look to improve in challenging overseas conditions. Bangladesh suffered an innings-and-51-run defeat in the second Test at Mackay on Sunday, allowing Australia to level the series 1-1 after their nine-wicket victory in the opening Test in Darwin. The match lasted only 750 balls and finished inside two days, with Bangladesh bowled out for 64 in the first innings and 95 in the second. Mitchell Starc claimed 10 wickets in the match, while Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon took three wickets each in the second innings. Shanto acknowledged Australias experience and quality but felt Bangladesh had fallen short of their own standards. Yeah, obviously I think we all know how good they are and, as I said in the press conference, they have been experienced for almost 50, more than 50 years. So yeah, they played, they showed their character, and as the Bangladesh Test team, we didnt play our best match, Shanto said after the defeat. The conditions in Mackay were significantly different from those in Darwin, with extra bounce and movement making batting difficult throughout the Test. Yeah, obviously I think this is a different condition, and there is a little bit more extra bounce and swing in the air. So its challenging for us. But as a team, if we want to go forward, we need to adjust to this condition, and I hope this experience will help going forward, Shanto said. Bangladeshs bowlers did manage to produce some encouraging moments, with Shoriful Islam taking 7/48, the best figures by an overseas bowler in Australia since Curtly Ambroses 7/25 in Perth in 1993. Shanto said the pitch was difficult for batters from both sides and praised Shoriful, Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud for their efforts. Its quite difficult for all the batters. If you look at their batting also, they also struggled and the way Shoriful, Taskin and Hasan bowled, really happy to see them and its quite a difficult wicket to bat, to be very honest, he said. Bangladesh had produced a historic nine-wicket win in Darwin in the opening Test, but Australia responded strongly in Mackay to draw the series. Despite the defeat, Shanto said the tour offered important lessons and urged for more opportunities to play Test cricket in similar conditions. Yeah, obviously I think its a very proud moment as a team, and we showed our character, and we were disciplined, as you mentioned, in the first Test, and we need to be consistent. I believe if we are able to get more chances, similar kind of conditions here, it will help us, and thats what we want, he said. Despite the defeat, Shanto said the tour offered important lessons and urged for more opportunities to play Test cricket in similar conditions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Not long, long term, like 23 years of coming here and playing two Test matches. Its not easy. So if we have that chance to play every single year, it will help us to improve our game, he said. Article Source: IANS
771 Wickets! Starc Surpasses Ashwin, Vaas in All-Time List
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc delivered a sensational ten-wicket haul against Bangladesh in the second Test at Mackay, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin and Chaminda Vaas in the all-time international wicket-takers list, and earning both 'Player of the Match' and 'Player of the Series' awards.
2nd Test: Dream Achieved - Saransh Jain Expresses Gratitude To God, Family After Getting Maiden Cap
Sri Lanka: Handed a Test debut in the second game against Sri Lanka after years of relentless toil in domestic cricket, off-spin bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain expressed deep gratitude to God and his family after receiving his cap from veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. Saransh, who came into the playing eleven in place of left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, was presented with Test cap number 320 in the team huddle ahead of the toss. Whenever a player starts playing cricket, his dream is to play for India and I have achieved it today. So, I am very grateful and thanks to God and family who supported me and I got this achievement, Saransh said in a video posted on the BCCI's social media channels on Sunday. Saransh, 33, boasts of an impressive domestic record, having featured in 54 First-Class matches, scoring 2,223 runs at an average of 31.75 while picking up 188 wickets at an average of 27.30. He had also made a strong mark during the India 'A' tour of Sri Lanka earlier this year, where he had a standout performance of hitting an unbeaten 70 with the bat and picking a six-wicket haul. Apart from being the 320th mens Test player for India, Saransh has also become the fifth player from Indore to play for the country in the red-ball format after Narendra Hirwani, Rajesh Chauhan, Naman Ojha, and Rajat Patidar. Hes also the oldest India player to play Tests after turning 33 since Robin Singh in 1998. Interestingly, Saransh is the third player after Murali Vijay and Mohammed Shami to make his Test debut before getting an IPL contract. Reflecting on receiving the cap from Jadeja, Saransh expressed his delight at being presented the honour by someone he looks up to a lot. Jaddu bhai himself is such a great legend and if I get a cap from him, it will be a great benefit for me. So, I am very happy and I wanted to get a cap from an all-rounder who will motivate me because I am also an all-rounder and I will try to fulfil that, he added. Hes also the oldest India player to play Tests after turning 33 since Robin Singh in 1998. Interestingly, Saransh is the third player after Murali Vijay and Mohammed Shami to make his Test debut before getting an IPL contract. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So, I think this will be a very important opportunity for you in life because as a cricketer everyone has a dream to represent India and become a Test player. I think you should enjoy this moment, and don't take pressure at all because just like you have done so many matches in domestic cricket, play like you are playing a first-class match. For the rest of the support, 14 more players are with you. So, enjoy this moment instead of pressure, okay? All the best, he added. Article Source: IANS
Despite Australia's Big Win Over Bangladesh, Justin Langer Highlights 'Unacceptable' Issue
Former Australia opener Justin Langer has slammed the increasing frequency of short-lived Test matches, calling two-day finishes unacceptable' after Australia wrapped up an innings victory over Bangladesh inside six sessions on Sunday.
2nd Test: Langer Slams 'unacceptable' Two-day Tests After Australia Level Series Against Bangladesh
Former Australia: Former Australia opener Justin Langer has slammed the increasing frequency of short-lived Test matches, calling two-day finishes unacceptable after Australia wrapped up an innings victory over Bangladesh inside six sessions here on Sunday. A dominant display led by left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc's 10-wicket match haul saw Australia bounce back from their shock nine-wicket loss in Darwin to defeat Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs. The victory allowed the world's top-ranked side to draw the two-match series 1-1, but the swift finish marked Australia's third Test match in their last seven to end within two days. Two-day Test matches (are) unacceptable. It's no good for the game for so many reasons. Last year was disappointing for the crowds, for the kids who get to watch their heroes on TV or listen on the radio or get to the ground, said Langer on SEN Radio. Highlighting the wider ramifications of such quick finishes on the sport's ecosystem, Langer, who played 105 Tests for Australia, added, Economically it's a disaster for Cricket Australia who put money into grassroots cricket. And you know we're talking about very well-paid professionals now, and you get tired of hearing Oh it's just the pitches, oh it's the curators, it's the ball moves a bit. Bangladesh were bundled out for 95 in their second innings, a minor 31-run improvement from their first-innings collapse. Pointing away from pitch conditions, Langer attributed the trend of teams being bowled out quickly to a decline in fundamental batting techniques. I think a lot of it is down to basic batting technique. Take this test match alone. Almost every dismissal has been batters; their front foot has not gone past the front line. It's just basic technique, and it's footwork patterns. Bangladesh were bundled out for 95 in their second innings, a minor 31-run improvement from their first-innings collapse. Pointing away from pitch conditions, Langer attributed the trend of teams being bowled out quickly to a decline in fundamental batting techniques. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Australia will next travel to South Africa in October for a three-match Test series, their first red-ball tour to the nation since 2018. Article Source: IANS
Updated WTC Table After Australia Beat Bangladesh And How It Affects India
Australia avenged last week's loss in Darwin with an innings-and-51-run thrashing of Bangladesh in the second and final Test in Mackay on Sunday.
Bangladesh eyes more Australia Tests to hit next level
I think it was a very proud moment as a team, and we showed our character and discipline in the first Test, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said.
Sri Lanka Cricket seeks more Tests against 'Big 3'
Eran Wickramaratne, chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket's interim committee, has called for a revision of the ICC's Future Tours Programme to allow Sri Lanka to play more Test matches against cricketing powerhouses like India, England, and Australia, citing the financial dependence on India and the desire to excel in the format.
2nd Test: India Reach 88/2 At Lunch After Eventful Opening Session Against Sri Lanka
Sinhalese Sports Club: An eventful, hard-fought opening session saw India reach 88/2 in 25 overs at lunch on day one of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Sunday. It was a session where Sri Lanka took out both India openers, while Yashasvi Jaiswal was involved in a heated player exchange with pacer Asitha Fernando, something which can attract a huge fine for him from match referee Andy Pycroft. With Devdutt Padikkal and captain Shubman Gill unbeaten at the crease on 13 and 11 respectively, India will hope they can make it a big score. Having elected to bat first after winning the toss, Jaiswal and KL Rahul made a steady start, though 30 of their opening stand of 37 runs came via boundaries mainly. Against the seamers who got enough seam movement, the modus operandi was to get boundaries via drives on fuller balls. But Rahul was set up by short-pitched deliveries before nicking behind on a lazy cut off wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella on Lahiru Kumaras bowling to fall for 18. Devdutt Padikkal joined Jaiswal but endured a nervous initiation. Before opening his account, Padikkal was dropped at backward point off Kumara as Sonal Dinusha failed to hold on to the catch. Two overs later, Jaiswal earned a reprieve when captain Dhananjaya de Silva spilled a regulation chance at slip against off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha. At the other end, Jaiswal stepped up the aggression in the 17th over by dispatching Fernando for three consecutive boundaries - an elegant drive past mid-on was followed by a ramp over slip, and a swivel pull through backward square leg. But Fernando had the last laugh on the final ball of the over by nipping one back off the seam to castle Jaiswal for 45. A fiery send-off from the pacer led to a tense and ugly face-to-face verbal altercation with Jaiswal, where a bit of shovelling and headbutting via Jaiswals helmet also happened. Two overs later, Jaiswal earned a reprieve when captain Dhananjaya de Silva spilled a regulation chance at slip against off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha. At the other end, Jaiswal stepped up the aggression in the 17th over by dispatching Fernando for three consecutive boundaries - an elegant drive past mid-on was followed by a ramp over slip, and a swivel pull through backward square leg. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: India 88/2 in 25 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 45, KL Rahul 18; Lahiru Kumara 1-19, Asitha Fernando 1-25) against Sri Lanka. Article Source: IANS
Sri Lanka Cricket is seeking a rejig of the ICCs Future Tours Programme to allow the island nation to play more Test matches against cricketing heavyweights India, England and Australia
Australia vs Bangladesh Test Ends Inside 2 Days, But It's Not The Shortest Game
Mitchell Starc was at his devastating best as Australia completely outclassed Bangladesh to register a commanding victory in the second Test in Mackay on Sunday.
2nd Test, Day 1: SL Strike as India are 88-2 At Lunch
India faced early pressure in the second Test against Sri Lanka, reaching 88 for two at lunch on day one. Openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal were dismissed after a solid start, with Devdutt Padikkal and Shubman Gill at the crease. The session also saw some on-field drama and a dropped catch.
WTC updated points table after Australia decimate Bangladesh in Mackay to level two-game series
Australia put forth a magnificent performance against Bangladesh as they registered a brilliant winin the second Test of the series. The two teams met at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay for the clash,...
'Much Better Week': Starc After Australia Rout Bangladesh
Australia secured a thumping innings and 51-run victory over Bangladesh in Mackay, levelling the two-match series 1-1. Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon were instrumental, with Starc taking 10-51 in the match.
'We Needed To Bounce Back': Cummins Hails Australias Turnaround Against Bangladesh
Cricket Australia: Australia captain Pat Cummins said his side's emphatic innings-and-51-run victory over Bangladesh in the second Test was the perfect response to their defeat in Darwin, praising the team's sharpness and strong start in Mackay. Australia completed a remarkable turnaround by bowling Bangladesh out for 95 in their second innings after posting 210 in their first. Mitchell Starc starred with a 10-wicket match haul, claiming 6/12 in the first innings and four more wickets in the second, while Cummins and Nathan Lyon took three wickets each. The victory, which levelled the two-match series 1-1, was completed inside two days and lasted only 750 balls, making it Australia's shortest Test in almost a century. Yeah, that's right. A lot of things went right these couple of days, where a lot of things went wrong last week. But yeah, we needed to bounce back, and it was a great couple of days from the lads, Cummins said after the match. Australia had suffered a nine-wicket defeat in the opening Test in Darwin, but produced a vastly improved performance in Mackay, particularly with the ball and in the field. Cummins credited the team's excellent start for setting the tone of the match. Yeah, that's it. I thought everyone was really sharp. It's a bit like the opposite last week. If you get a really good first hour or two, it can set up the rest of the match. I don't think we can expect to get six for 20 or whatever we had every match. But it was a great start and didn't really let up after that, he said. Starc led Australia's bowling attack with a career-best 10-wicket haul in a home Test, while Cummins returned figures of 3/10 in the second innings and Lyon finished with 3/25, including the final two wickets of the match. Cummins also praised Cameron Green, who continued his impressive form by scoring 67 in Australia's second innings after making 104 in the opening Test. So really happy for him. Again, held our innings together yesterday and this morning. So hopefully he can take a lot of confidence out of that. We know how good he is. He now keeps putting up some really solid performances in Test cricket. We know he's good enough. So lots of cricket coming up, hopefully he continues it on, he said. Cummins also praised Cameron Green, who continued his impressive form by scoring 67 in Australia's second innings after making 104 in the opening Test. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Yeah, I think I will get over there for some of it. So yeah, we will work that out in the next couple of days. But yeah, plan to play a little bit of white-ball leading into the red ball, he said. Article Source: IANS
Jaiswal, Fernando in Heated On-Field Clash During 2nd Test
A heated exchange between India's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando marred the opening session of the 2nd Test after Fernando dismissed Jaiswal for 45, leading to a confrontation on the pitch.
Punjab T20 League: The stage is set for the 2026 edition of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, which will begin on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. Six teams will compete for the title, with some of Punjabs most promising young cricketers getting an opportunity to showcase their talent. Fazilka Falcons will be led by India captain Shubman Gill, who is looking forward to being part of the tournament and playing alongside some of the states finest young players. Speaking about his role as captain and the team, Gill said, I am very excited to lead the Fazilka Falcons. We have a very talented and exciting group of players, and I am really looking forward to working with the team. It will be a great opportunity for all of us to learn from each other and play some good cricket. Gill also praised the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) for organising the league and providing a platform for young cricketers to take the next step in their careers. I would like to thank the Punjab Cricket Association for organising the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League. It is a very important platform for young and talented cricketers from Punjab. They get the opportunity to perform against quality players, gain experience and show what they can do. Hopefully, many of them can use this tournament as a stepping stone to bigger opportunities, Gill said. Having played international cricket at the highest level, Gill is also keen to share his experience with the younger members of the Fazilka Falcons squad. He believes that self-belief, match awareness and the ability to make the right decisions under pressure are important qualities for any young cricketer. For young players, it is important to believe in their ability and stay calm when they are under pressure. I want to help them understand the game better, whether it is about reading a situation, making decisions or handling pressure. These are things that come with experience, and if I can share whatever I have learned, it will be a good opportunity for me as well, he added. While winning the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League will remain a major goal for the Fazilka Falcons, Gill believes the tournament's bigger success will be measured by the opportunities it creates for young players. For young players, it is important to believe in their ability and stay calm when they are under pressure. I want to help them understand the game better, whether it is about reading a situation, making decisions or handling pressure. These are things that come with experience, and if I can share whatever I have learned, it will be a good opportunity for me as well, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League set to bring together some of the best emerging talent from the state, Gill's presence as captain will add further experience and excitement to the Fazilka Falcons campaign. The Indian captain will now look to lead the side strongly while helping the next generation of Punjab cricketers make their mark on the big stage. Article Source: IANS
Karn Sharma, 38, calls time on India and domestic career
The 38-year-old allrounder played four internationals for India, and retires as the only cricketer to have won a hat-trick of IPL teams with three different teams
Starcs 10-wicket Haul Powers Australia To Innings-and-51-run Win Over Bangladesh
Great Barrier Reef Arena: Mitchell Starcs 10-wicket match haul, backed by three wickets apiece from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, powered Australia to an innings-and-51-run victory over Bangladesh in Mackay, levelling the series in record time. Australia's salvation came in the form of a third two-day Test in the past seven in the country, with the weekend victory made possible by a Bangladesh batting unit. Australia got rid of their earlier defeat in Darwin by putting on a massive innings and 51-run total, Bangladesh adding only 95 to their first-innings 64. A team had not before been all out for double figures twice in a Test match in the twenty-one years up to that point; the bowlers achieved a victory so complete that Australia's attack seemed almost embarrassed during the onslaught on Sunday, which revealed the weakness of Bangladesh on a bouncy yet level wicket, and Travis Head even wrote his name on the boundary of the Great Barrier Reef Arena after the penultimate wicket was dismissed. Starc was the focus of the demolition effort; after taking six wickets in the first innings he took four more in the second and thus finished with 10-51, which was his best performance in a home Test. Cummins took 3-10 from the same number of overs and Lyon ended with 3-25, including the last two wickets of the match which were obtained from three balls after tea. The 750-ball Test was the shortest witnessed in Australia in nearly a century, beating both of the two-day Ashes Tests held in Perth and Melbourne last summer as well as the 2022-23 Gabba Test played against South Africa in terms of duration. On Sunday morning Australia were already in the match with a lead of 101 runs and increased that to 146 when their last two wickets put in more than a quarter (62) of their total runs. Cameron Green continued his outstanding series by scoring the highest individual score of the match, which was 67, following on from his 104 the previous week. Green's most recent decisive wicket fell only when Shoriful Islam delivered a fierce in-swinger which disbalanced the tall right-hander. Shoriful's figures of 7-48 represented the best performance by a foreign bowler since Curtly Ambrose's 7-25 in Perth in 1993, but it was in vain as Australia's all-out score of 210 became the lowest total to have led to an innings victory in 80 years. When the new ball was presented to Starc before lunch there was a feeling of anticipation among the locals who were sitting in the seats on the eastern hill of Harrup Park. Although Bangladesh's openers managed to avoid becoming his 29th victim of the first over, the early wave of wickets was inevitable. Shadman Islam was sent off when facing the left-arm bowler for the second time in 24 hours, and Mominul Haque was bowled to give a golden duck, thus leaving Najmul Shanto exposed to Starc's second hat-trick delivery in two days. The captain of Bangladesh avoided a king pair but concluded an otherwise creditable tour with a very poor dismissal, being caught at long-off after he was tricked by a delivery from Nathan Lyon which, due to the winter breeze, was pushed too far inside his line of sight for him to hit it over cover. Starc finished off his second catch with both hands when Tanzid Hasan pulled Cummins to long-leg. Tanzid, who had scored a century in Darwin, then recorded his third score in the single digits since hitting that ton in the first innings. Litton Das's miserable tour without any runs went on when Starc got him out for the third time in a row without scoring, and Cummins then sped up Bangladesh's push to leave with a highly unstoppable performance. Starc finished off his second catch with both hands when Tanzid Hasan pulled Cummins to long-leg. Tanzid, who had scored a century in Darwin, then recorded his third score in the single digits since hitting that ton in the first innings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The outcome marked a dramatic recovery for Australia following their historic loss in Darwin, due to Starc's 10-51 and once again the strong showing from the pace attack, which brought the series back on par. Article Source: IANS
Dhawan Praises Treesa-Gayatri's Historic Bronze Medal Win At World Championships
Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan on Sunday lauded shuttlers Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand for their historic bronze medal triumph at the ongoing BWF World Championships, adding that their remarkable campaign has been an inspiring journey to follow. The unseeded Indian pair, ranked 39 in the world and bronze medal winners at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, put up a valiant fight before bowing out 21-18, 13-21, 8-21 against top seeds and reigning world champions Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning of China in a gripping womens doubles semi-final contest spanning an hour and 11 minutes here at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Saturday. Commending their effort, Dhawan took to micro-blogging site 'X' to celebrate the duo's achievement. From being unseeded to beating three seeded pairs and making the World Championships semifinals what a journey! Take a bow, Treesa & Gayatri! the former cricketer wrote on Sunday. Treesa and Gayatri, the daughter of legendary shuttler Pullela Gopichand, had etched their names in the record books a day earlier after pulling off a gritty fightback win over fourth-seeded Chinese pair Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian. The victory ensured the duo became the first Indian womens doubles pair to secure a World Championships medal since Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa claimed bronze medal in London in 2011. Treesa and Gayatri, the daughter of legendary shuttler Pullela Gopichand, had etched their names in the record books a day earlier after pulling off a gritty fightback win over fourth-seeded Chinese pair Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The streak started with Jwala and Ashwini ending a 28-year medal drought in 2011, after Prakash Padukones historic 1983 bronze. Over the years, two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu headlined the run with five medals, including her landmark 2019 gold medal win. Treesa and Gayatri will also be seen in action in the 2026 Asian Games, which will start in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan next month. Article Source: IANS
Mitchell Starc Takes 10 Wickets as Australia Beat Bangladesh by 51 Runs in 2nd Test
An irrepressible Mitchell Starc bagged four wickets and 10 for the match as he ripped through the Bangladesh batting to ensure a commanding innings and 51-run second Test victory for Australia inside two days on Sunday. The visitors headed into the Mackay showdown on a high after shocking the world's top-ranked team by nine wickets in the first Test at Darwin. SCORECARD But they were brought crashing back to earth by some scintillating fast bowling, led by Starc who finished with 10-51 for the match to level the two-game series. After 18 wickets fell on a frenetic first day in Mackay, the hosts were all out for 210 in the morning session, securing a lead of 146 on the back of Cameron Green's 67. Star Bangladesh quick Shoriful Islam claimed 7-48 -- the best figures from a Bangladeshi bowler in an away Test. The visitors crashed for just 64 in their first innings, when Starc took 6-12, and he was the chief tormentor again, claiming 4-39 while Pat Cummins took 3-10 and Nathan Lyon 3-25. Bangladesh had a horror start with Shadman Islam lasting just three balls, playing a nothing stroke to a moving Starc delivery and edging to Marnus Labuschagne at point. Mominul Haque was equally clueless next ball, failing to offer a shot with Starc removing his off stump and setting up a hat-trick opportunity. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, who was out for a golden duck in the first innings, this time survived to deny Starc. But their woes deepened when Tanzid Hasan departed soon after for nine. Starc was again involved, taking a catch in the deep after Tanzid pulled Cummins. Shanto did well to soak up the pressure after lunch for 46 deliveries, but he eventually lost focus against the off-spin of Nathan Lyon, holing out to the safe hands of Starc at long off on 31. And when Starc was brought back into the attack, he was front and centre again, enticing a loose shot from Litton Das who was caught without scoring by Beau Webster at third slip. Mehidy Hasan Miraz struggled to get going and departed to an equally poor shot, lashing at a Cummins bouncer and collected by wicketkeeper Alex Carey. The Australian captain then removed Hasan Mahmud (two) before Starc took his 10th for the match -- the fourth time he has achieved the feat -- when he bowled Taijul Islam for seven. Lyon quickly wrapped up the tail in the first over after tea. Australia resumed at 165-8 with Green on 51 and Lyon on 10. Green, who scored a century during the first Test in Darwin, kept the scoreboard moving early with quick singles. But he was undone by an inswinging yorker from the impressive Shoriful that hit him on the toe with a review declaring him out lbw. A valiant Lyon brought up the 200 for Australia with a towering six off Taskin and with Josh Hazlewood adding 24 crucial runs for the last wicket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The innings ended when Hazlewood skied Taijul to Shadman on six to leave Lyon not out 32.
Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test in Colombo?
Team India took on Sri Lanka in the second Test of the ongoing series between the two sides. The teams met at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, for the clash on August 23rd, and...
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After winning the toss and electing to bat, skipper Shubman Gill revealed that Saransh had replaced Kuldeep, who was unavailable for selection due to an infection.
2nd Test: Kuldeep Yadav Unavailable Due To Ongoing Recovery From Viral Illness, Says BCCI
Mr Kuldeep Yadav: Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav was ruled out of India's playing eleven for the second Test against Sri Lanka as he continues his recovery from a viral illness, said the BCCI. In Kuldeeps absence, Madhya Pradesh off-spin bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain was handed his maiden Test cap. Mr Kuldeep Yadav has not fully recovered from his viral illness. He was unavailable for selection in the Playing XI for the second Test against Sri Lanka. However, he can take the field as a concussion substitute, if required, the BCCI stated in an official statement on Sunday. Saransh was handed his Test cap in the team huddle prior to the toss, where India elected to bat first at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground. A hamstring injury to off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar during India's ODI tour of England opened the door for his inclusion in the squad on the trip to Sri Lanka. Saransh, 33, boasts of an impressive domestic record, having featured in 54 First-Class matches, scoring 2,223 runs at an average of 31.75 while picking up 188 wickets at an average of 27.30. Saransh was handed his Test cap in the team huddle prior to the toss, where India elected to bat first at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground. A hamstring injury to off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar during India's ODI tour of England opened the door for his inclusion in the squad on the trip to Sri Lanka. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Apart from being the 320th mens Test player for India, Saransh has also become the fifth player from Indore to play for the country in the red-ball format after Narendra Hirwani, Rajesh Chauhan, Naman Ojha, and Rajat Patidar. Jain is also the oldest India player to play Tests after turning 33 since Robin Singh did so in 1998. Article Source: IANS
Who Is Saransh Jain, India's Oldest Test Debutant?
Saransh Jain, the 33-year-old Madhya Pradesh all-rounder, made his India Test debut against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Kuldeep Yadav, a testament to his consistent domestic performances.
India and Sri Lanka take on each other in the second Test of the ongoing series between the two sides. The teams meet at theSinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, for the clash, and the game has begun on a positive note for India as the side has opted to bat first after winning the toss. Having won the first Test of the series, India will hope to put in a good showing, and it could be interesting to see what the first day of the second Test holds in store for the fans.
Saransh debuts in place of Kuldeep as India bat in Colombo
Kamil Mishara will debut for Sri Lanka, while Pasindu Sooriyabandara keeps his place after coming on as a concussion substitute in Galle
IND vs SL Day 1: Saransh Jain handed debut as India elect to bat against Sri Lanka in 2nd Test
India have an unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-match series, having won the opening Test at Galle by a massive 165 runs
Why Kuldeep Yadav Is Not Playing In 2nd India vs Sri Lanka Test? Shubman Gill Reveals
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2nd Test: Saransh Jain Replaces Kuldeep As India Elect To Bat Against SL
Sinhalese Sports Club: Off-spin bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain has been handed his debut as India won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground here on Sunday. India are having a 1-0 lead in the two-game series after winning the first Test in Galle by 165 runs. After winning the toss for the second consecutive time, skipper Shubman Gill said Saransh replaces left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who misses out due to an infection. In the team huddle, Indore-based Jain got his debut cap from senior spin-bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. It looks like a much harder, much better surface compared to Galle. Galle was also a very good wicket, but I think as the game went on, it got a little bit slower and the ball started to turn. We're expecting the same, but I think for the first two or three days, I think it'll be a really good wicket to bat on. I would say probably a nine (out of ten for win in Galle), because there's always room for improvement, and I think we played a pretty good match, a decent match. Obviously there were some areas where we could have got a little bit better, but, you know, this is Test cricket. It's very, very difficult to be able to have a near-perfect game because you're playing for five days, and to play that dominant and consistent cricket, especially in Test, is hard. But I think overall we had a pretty good match, said Gill. Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva said Kamil Mishara and Pasindu Sooriyabandara are making their debut in the format. Sooriyabandara had previously been a concussion substitute in Galle after Dinesh Chandimal suffered neck and shoulder injuries while fielding. Yes, of course, as Shubman said, it's quite harder than Galle. I thought it's good for batting, and I don't mind it bowling because, cloud covers, maybe we can strike early and put them under pressure. Well, as I said, we had to strike early when we're bowling and when batting, not losing wickets early, keep the scoreboard ticking and get runs on the board, he said. Playing XIs: Yes, of course, as Shubman said, it's quite harder than Galle. I thought it's good for batting, and I don't mind it bowling because, cloud covers, maybe we can strike early and put them under pressure. Well, as I said, we had to strike early when we're bowling and when batting, not losing wickets early, keep the scoreboard ticking and get runs on the board, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Sri Lanka: Lahiru Udara, Kamil Mishara, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva (captain), Sonal Dinusha, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Keshara Nuwantha, Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, and Asitha Fernando Article Source: IANS
