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Shanto Wants Entire Bangladesh Team To Share Player-of-the-Match Award After Historic Australia Win

Najmul Hossain Shanto: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto hailed a complete team effort after his side registered a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test in Darwin, saying the result was built on contributions from players across the XI. It was Bangladeshs first-ever Test win in Australia, coming in only their third match in the country. Their fast bowlers set the tone on the opening day before Tanzid Hasans maiden Test century, valuable lower-order runs and Mehidy Hasan Mirazs all-round brilliance helped seal a memorable victory. I think the Bangladesh team should be given the Player-of-the-Match trophy. Everyone contributed in some way or other, Shanto said. Of course, Tamims maiden hundred in only his second Test is always special. Miraz has done this type of performance in the past before. He was just outstanding with bat and ball. I was really proud of the way our lower order batted in this game. Hasan, Taijul, Taskin and even Ebadot. We usually dont get a lot out of their batting so this was a really important contribution in this game. We must give them credit. Hasan Mahmud was awarded Player of the Match for taking nine wickets, and Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain got Australia out on 198 after Shanto had lost the toss. This was only the second instance in which Bangladesh's fast bowlers had taken all ten wickets in an innings. If you look at the first session of the match, I think the way Hasan, Taskin and Ebadot bowled, that set the tone for this match, Shanto said. I think Hasan has been outstanding. He consistently performed before he came here. He performed well in county cricket which he said was similar to conditions here. The fast bowlers are bowling really well in the last few years. We also have two quality spinners in Taijul [Islam] and [Mehidy Hasan] Miraz. I thought Miraz used the conditions pretty well, especially in the second innings, and they have their experience. They have played a lot of Test matches and they know their role. So really happy to see them perform. Mehidy achieved his 15th five-wicket haul in Test matches, and Taijul Islam got rid of Marnus Labuschagne at a vital point during Australia's second innings, as well as scoring some important runs even though he was suffering from a finger injury. Shanto also congratulated Tanzid Hasan on his first century, which he achieved in only his second Test, and he praised the resilience shown by the lower order, enabling Bangladesh to reach 426 in the first innings. Bangladesh had joined the Test match after having been all out for only 54 in their friendly game against the Cricket Australia XI and after suffering an innings loss to Zimbabwe in the previous Test, and Shanto stated that neither of those results had affected the team's confidence. We didnt play well in that practice game, but thats cricket for you. We however treated it as a practice game, we werent too down after that game. We spoke about our mistakes, but we were also giving everyone a chance to bat and bowl in that game. We treated it like a proper practice match, but it didnt reflect a lot in this Test match. We also didnt do well against Zimbabwe, though those were pretty tough conditions. But as I dont think we lost too much confidence since that game. The players were still in good shape, as we knew that we can turn things around. We also had the 2-0 win against Pakistan in May, in our mind. Shanto said Bangladesh had focused on embracing the challenge of playing Australia rather than worrying about the conditions. We have to admit that these are tough conditions. They have a world-class batting line-up, a world-class bowling attack. They are a fantastic cricket team, Shanto said. But ahead of this tour, we were having a conversation about not getting any opportunity of playing in Australia. Batting well against their bowling line-up, and bowling well to their batters, so we wanted to enjoy doing these things rather than feel worried about the conditions. We accepted the challenge, which showed in the way we adapted and enjoyed in this Test match. The landmark victory prompted celebrations back home, with Shanto revealing that Bangladeshs prime minister Tarique Rahman called to congratulate the team. We have to admit that these are tough conditions. They have a world-class batting line-up, a world-class bowling attack. They are a fantastic cricket team, Shanto said. But ahead of this tour, we were having a conversation about not getting any opportunity of playing in Australia. Batting well against their bowling line-up, and bowling well to their batters, so we wanted to enjoy doing these things rather than feel worried about the conditions. We accepted the challenge, which showed in the way we adapted and enjoyed in this Test match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I prefer keeping myself grounded. It is my nature. We should definitely celebrate this win. We get these moments very few times in our life, so we should spend the whole day in celebrating this win. Article Source: IANS

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1st Test: Need To Stick To Plans From Ball One To Stay Alive In WTC Final Race, Says Chandimal

Senior Sri Lanka: Senior Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal admitted that his team's bowling unit was on and off on day one of the ongoing first Test against India, adding that disciplined execution from ball one is vital if the hosts are to harbour hopes of winning the crucial two-match series and stay alive in the race of the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners at the Galle International Stadium. It meant left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and took India to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the landmark 600th Test match for the visitors. It was a tough day for us. The pitch, it was like a normal day one pitch at Galle. Credit goes to India batters, they were outstanding throughout the day yesterday. But, still, we have to bowl in the right areas, so if we can do that, we can come in good, Chandimal said in a chat with broadcasters ahead of day twos play, which has been delayed due to rain. Speaking about his joint-record of six Test centuries at Galle alongside batting icons Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, Chandimal reflected on his penchant for scoring at the coastal venue. It's great to hear that. It's always good to be among those legends. If you are playing in Galle, you always know that it is a tough place to play, especially for the batters but I'm really proud about my performance, he added. Offering key tactical advice for younger batters tackling spin on a slow surface, Chandimal highlighted the importance of solid defensive technique and shot selection. When you look at the pitch, it was really slow, slow spin there. You need to have a proper defence and proper sweep. So, if you can follow that really well, you can come good as a batter. Recalling Sri Lanka's famous come-from-behind victory against India at Galle in 2015, where his counter-attacking 162 turned the match on its head, Chandimal drew inspiration from past heroics. It was a really good game. We came to the ground, actually, we packed our bags and we came to the ground on the fourth day because the pitch was so tough. But luckily I changed that game scoring 162 and we won that game. So, it is a good memorable thing as a batter and as a player, winning a game for your country, it's always a pleasure. Comparing the surface with the one used in their previous Test against Bangladesh, Chandimal noted that rain had left early moisture in the surface, making initial bowling discipline even more imperative. The Bangladesh pitch was a little bit dry. When you look at yesterday's pitch, I think the pitch was a little bit damp with this rain. So, as I said earlier, credit goes to India batters. But as a bowling unit, I feel that we should have done better yesterday, especially the first session. I thought if we could have got another one or two wickets in the first session, we would have been in the game. But, as a bowling unit, we are on and off. Today, you have to stick with your plans and you have to go from ball one, he added. Acknowledging the stern challenge posed by Indian spin duo Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav along with young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, Chandimal warned that batting would get progressively tougher in the final innings. I thought if we could have got another one or two wickets in the first session, we would have been in the game. But, as a bowling unit, we are on and off. Today, you have to stick with your plans and you have to go from ball one, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Highlighting the overarching stakes of the series in terms of WTC final qualification, Chandimal concluded with a firm declaration of intent. As a team, that is our target, to win this game and win this series. If you want to stay in the (WTC) table, these two games are very important as a team. So, I'm sure, if we get a chance to play in this game, we are trying our best to deliver our stuff. Article Source: IANS

'We Were Completely Outplayed,' Admits Smith After Australia's Loss Against Bangladesh

Great Barrier Reef Arena: Australia batter Steve Smith admitted his side was simply outplayed by Bangladesh in all three departments after suffering a historic nine-wicket defeat in the opening Test of the two-match series at Marrara Oval on Sunday. Bangladesh bowled Australia out for 198 in the first innings before posting 426 in reply. The hosts showed some resistance in their second innings, with Cameron Green scoring 104, but were eventually dismissed for 284, leaving Bangladesh with only 57 runs to win. Pretty simple: we were outplayed. I thought Bangladesh bowled really well the first morning, really disciplined. Our batters probably werent disciplined enough, Smith said after Australia suffered their first Test defeat of the series as quoted by The Daily Star. Bangladesh completed the chase in just 14.2 overs, with Mominul Haque remaining unbeaten on 30 and Shadman Islam making 25 not out, to secure their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil. Smith admitted Australia failed to build partnerships despite several batters getting starts. They got too many in front, and we werent able to catch it up yesterday on what was a pretty decent wicket to bat on. A couple of us got starts and didnt go on with it. Greeny, I thought, played really nicely to get a hundred, but he didnt have any partners to go with him, he said. Greens 104 provided Australia with their biggest resistance in the second innings, but Bangladeshs Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed 5-52 to dismantle the Australian middle and lower order, while Hasan Mahmud finished with match figures of 9-111. Smith felt Australia needed a substantially bigger lead to remain competitive in the Test. We needed probably 200 at least plus to be in the game there, he said. The defeat marked only Australias second Test loss to Bangladesh, with their previous defeat coming in Dhaka in 2017. It also handed Bangladesh a 1-0 lead in the two-match series and ensured they cannot lose the series. Despite the big defeat, Smith backed Australia to bounce back and insisted the result should not overshadow their sustained performances as the worlds top-ranked Test side. I hope its one bad week. Were the number one team for a reason. Weve played really good, consistent cricket over a long period of time, and this week was a bit of a blip, he said. Smith also gave full credit to Bangladesh for their performance throughout the four-day Test. I hope its one bad week. Were the number one team for a reason. Weve played really good, consistent cricket over a long period of time, and this week was a bit of a blip, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The second Test will be played next week at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, where Australia will look to level the series, and Bangladesh will aim to complete a historic series victory. Article Source: IANS

From Beating India In 2007 WC To Taming Aussies In Darwin: 5 Biggest Upsets By Bangladesh

Najmul Hossain Shanto: Bangladesh have managed to pull off a miraculous win over Australia in the first Test match of the ongoing two-game series. Najmul Hossain Shanto's team tamed a full-strength Australian side in Darwin on Sunday to achieve what will be remembered far from the boundary ropes and for ages to come. Captain Shanto called it he biggest win for Bangladesh in any format, and it reflects considering how big a mountain they have moved. Playing without their premier fast bowlers Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam, both of whom were not available due to injuries, and defeating a full-strength Australian team will indeed stand out as their biggest achievement to date. Here, IANS takes a look at five biggest upsets that Bangladesh have ever produced in all formats. 1999 World Cup win over Pakistan Bangladesh's win over Pakistan in the 1999 ODI World Cup is one of the biggest moments for them. They stunned the 1992 champions Pakistan and finalists of the 1999 ODI World Cup in a group stage match, which showed them the way that they can beat top sides in the world. Batting first in Northampton, Bangladesh had put up 223/9, a total which seemed below par. But Khaled Mahmud turned out to be a hero with the ball as he took three wickets and triggered the Pakistan collapse. The team had the likes of Saeed Anwar, Shahid Afridi, Inzamam-ul-Haq and Saleem Malik as top batters, but Mahmud removed the cream of Pakistan's batting with wickets of Afridi, Inzamam and Saleem. In no time, Pakistan were 42/5, and they could never recover from it, getting bowled out for 161. This win also helped Bangladesh earn a full-member ICC status in 2000. Bangladesh's 2005 NatWest win over Australia Another historic moment in Bangladesh's cricket odyssey arrived in 2005 when they famously stunned the 2005 Australian Invincibles. A team that won the 1999 and the 2003 World Cup and featured the likes of legends Adam Gilchrist, Matthew Hayden, Ricky Ponting, Michael Hussey, Michael Clarke and Glenn McGrath was defeated by a minnow-considered side led by Habibul Bashar. The Aussies put up a fine display in the first innings despite a shaky start when they lost Gilchrist and Ponting with the team's score standing at 9/2. Strong outings from Damien Martyn (77) and Michael Clarke (54) helped the Aussies put 249/5 in Cardiff. However, Mohammad Ashraful etched his name into the history books after scoring 100 from 101 balls as he guided the team home, with Aftab Ahmed also scoring a quick-fire 21 from 13 deliveries. This was their first-ever ODI win against the Aussies. The 2007 upset of India in ODI World Cup Another huge result for Bangladesh in their cricket history was beating a strong Indian side in the 2007 ODI World Cup. The Men in Blue had a horror time from 2006 onwards and didn't had the confidence heading into the World Cup in the Caribbean. Still, beating a team like stars with Sourav Ganguly, Virender Sehwag, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, among others, stands as one of their most accomplished outings in international cricket. India were bowled out for 191 in the first innings after Mashrafe Mortaza picked up a four-wicket haul and Abdur Razzak and Mohammad Rafique took three each. Mushfiqur Rahim held the chase firmly with his 107-ball unbeaten 56, while Shakib Al Hasan also scored a crucial 53 from 86 deliveries. Rahim and Mohammad Ashraful ended the match in a five-wicket win for Bangladesh, which played a long way in India's group-stage exit from the tournament. Bangladesh's historic win over New Zealand in 2022 Bangladesh achieved a huge result in the first Test of their two-match trip to New Zealand in 2022. The side, led by Mominul Haque, defeated the 2021 World Test Champions in their own backyard in Mount Maunganui, which marked their first-ever Test win in SENA nations. Although New Zealand were missing Kane Williamson, they still had the likes of Tom Latham, Ross Taylor, Tim Southee, Neil Wagner, and Kyle Jamieson. Moreover, New Zealand were on a 17-game winning streak at home, which the Bangla Tigers famously ended. New Zealand made a strong 328 in the first innings with Devon Conway hitting a hundred. Bangladesh replied well with 458, with Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shanto, Mominul and Litton Das all hitting half centuries. Ebadot Hossain took a six-wicket haul in the second innings as the hosts were bowled out for 169 before the Asian side scripted a famous eight-wicket win. Bangladesh's win over Australia in Darwin New Zealand made a strong 328 in the first innings with Devon Conway hitting a hundred. Bangladesh replied well with 458, with Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shanto, Mominul and Litton Das all hitting half centuries. Ebadot Hossain took a six-wicket haul in the second innings as the hosts were bowled out for 169 before the Asian side scripted a famous eight-wicket win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hasan Mahmud, right-arm speedster, stood tall and picked up a six-wicket haul in the first innings to bowl Australia out for 198. Tanzid Hasan Tamim replied with a century and helped Bangladesh make 426 in the first innings. Aussies put up a fight with Cameron Green scoring a hundred but ended up making only 284, handing a meagre target of 57 to the Asian side, which they chased down with nine wickets in hand. Article Source: IANS

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Great Barrier Reef Arena: Former players and experts have tore into Australia's performance on Sunday following their nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the first Test, with all of them being unanimous in saying that it is one of the biggest upsets in Australian cricket history and an unacceptable result for the top-ranked side. At the Marrara Stadium, Australia were on the backfoot from day one after being bowled out for 198 in their first innings, and with Bangladesh chasing down 57 on day four for a memorable win, the hosts are now 1-0 behind in the two-game series. Evaluating the magnitude of the defeat, former Australia batter Mark Waugh noted that the hosts paid a heavy price for being off their game against a spirited Bangladesh. The Australians have been off their game and they have paid the price. This could possibly be the biggest upset I could remember in Australian cricket in Australia. The West Indies beat Australia at the Gabba three or four years ago and that was an upset. But this one, given the fact their two best bowlers are not playing, the ICC rankings on the table, the powerful Australian team back at full strength with their bowling line-up, it is a big one, this one, he said to broadcasters Fox Sports. With the Australian top-order faltering, Waugh also suggested that selection changes might be on the cards ahead of the second Test starting at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay on August 22, as the venue hosts its first-ever mens Test. You have to bite the bullet at some stage if the batting keeps failing. It is as simple as that, no matter who the opposition is. I think Weatherald is the one most under pressure and it would not surprise me if there were two changes. It would be nice to give someone a Test match leading into South Africa, he said. However, former leg-spinner Kerry OKeeffe expects the team management to hold back on immediate knee-jerk changes. I think the inside intel is that Marnus and Weatherald will be given another chance with the fast bowlers one-nil down the series, he said. Former Australia women's captain Alyssa Healy described the outcome as a timely wake-up call for the Australian squad ahead of a demanding international schedule. We have got carried away with how big this summer is but this is a wakeup call for Australia and probably one they needed after breezing through last summer in what was a really big summer for Australian cricket. They were coming off the real high of that and then looking ahead to this summer and some big contests but they have been challenged early and if it does come to be that they lose this Test match, I think they will reflect on that and think, Maybe we need to improve in some areas to make sure we stay on top of the world? she said. Former opener David Warner expressed confidence that the team would mount a strong comeback in the second Test in Mackay, driven by disappointment over their performance. Therell be a huge response. This is a massive thing in Australian sport. Australia is supposed to dominate cricket in this country. You lose an Ashes series or you lose a Test series against India, like Australia did, and you know what the media headlines are going to be. But from that standpoint, the players wouldnt be worrying about that. Theyll be just filthy and sort of disgusted, in a way, about their performance, but they know that theres a job at hand, said Warner. Former opener David Warner expressed confidence that the team would mount a strong comeback in the second Test in Mackay, driven by disappointment over their performance. Therell be a huge response. This is a massive thing in Australian sport. Australia is supposed to dominate cricket in this country. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When you are in your own conditions, I don't care the preparation, I don't care who's playing for Australia even. You cannot lose to Bangladesh in Australia in a Test match. I'm hesitant to go all in on it, but this is an embarrassing loss and one that's unacceptable, and the people who will know that most are the 11 blokes who've taken the field, and Andrew McDonald and the coaching group. Article Source: IANS

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'We Gave It Our All Every Second,' Says Mahmud After Bangladesh's Historic Win

Great Barrier Reef Arena: Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud credited disciplined execution and complete dedication after being named Player of the Match following his sides historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the opening Test at Marrara Oval on Sunday. Mahmud was instrumental in Bangladesh securing their first-ever Test win on Australian soil, finishing with match figures of 9-111. His six-wicket haul in Australias first innings helped bowl the hosts out for 198 on the opening day, while he added three more wickets in the second innings. Bangladesh then chased down a target of 57 in just 14.2 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Mominul Haque remained unbeaten on 30, while Shadman Islam scored an unbeaten 25. Reflecting on the preparation that went into the historic victory, Mahmud said the team focused on trusting their process rather than worrying about the result. We gave it our all every single second during our pre-match practice sessions, keeping a clear mindset to trust our process and focus on the execution rather than the end result. We were fully prepared to grind it out over all five days, knowing the results would naturally follow, Mahmud said after the match. Bangladesh had entered the Test as overwhelming underdogs after suffering an innings defeat to a Cricket Australia XI in their warm-up game, including being bowled out for just 54. However, they produced a commanding performance in the Test, posting 426 in their first innings after a maiden Test century from opener Tanzid Hasan and a valuable 65 from Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Mahmud said detailed planning against Australias formidable batting line-up was important, but executing those plans consistently made the difference. Although we had specific team plans mapped out with the coaches and analysts after studying video footage, executing those plans consistently out on the field was what made the difference, he said. Bowling first on a grassy pitch still required immense patience and persistence. It was all about sticking to disciplined lines and lengths, delivery after delivery, he added. The victory is Bangladeshs second Test win over Australia, following their famous triumph in Dhaka in 2017. It also means Bangladesh cannot lose the two-match series. Bowling first on a grassy pitch still required immense patience and persistence. It was all about sticking to disciplined lines and lengths, delivery after delivery, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The second Test will be played next week at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, with Bangladesh now looking to complete a historic series victory over the top-ranked Australians. Article Source: IANS

TRT vs MSG: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match Final, The Hundred Mens 2026

TRT vs MSG,Approaching Milestones and Records :The sixth edition of the Hundred Men's Competition is approaching its conclusion, where two remaining teams will take on each other in the final. Trent Rockets lost the final of the last edition, losing to MI London. They missed the change to win their second title. But they have another chance here going forward into the final. Trent Rockets topped the league round and have made it to the final directly. But they are coming into this game after losing their final group round. They will face Manchester Super Giants in the grand finale. On Sunday, this contest will be held at Lord's Cricket Ground in London at 10:30 PM IST. The Super Giants have never made it to the final of any season, but here they are. They have a chance to win their maiden title in the first attempt. They have been in superb nick and have reached the final with twin wins over Sunrisers Leeds. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the TRT vs MSGMatch Final at the Lord's Cricket Groundin London. TRT vs MSG: Approaching Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the TRT vs MSGMatch Final atLord's Cricket Groundin London 3 - Tim Seifert hit 366 sixes in T20 cricket. He needs three more sixes to surpass Eoin Morgan, Will Jacks, and Mitchell Marsh. 133 - Jos Buttler will be leading the Super Giants. He will be aiming to lift the title on Sunday. With the bat, he needs 133 more runs to become only the first batter to reach 14500 runs in T20 cricket history. 24 - Heinrich Klaasen produced a match-winning knock in the Eliminator and helped his team to qualify for the final. He needs 24 more runs to complete 7000 runs in T20 cricket. 1 - Michael Bracewell needs six fours to complete 300 fours in T20 cricket. 9 - Finn Allen has been in six-hitting form this season. He needs nine more to reach 400 T20 sixes, and he will be only the fourth Kiwi batter to do so. 6 - Tim David has 431 T20 sixes in his career. He needs six more to surpass AB de Villiers. 36 - Jos Buttler needs 36 runs to surpass James Vince and become the fourth-highest scorer in the Hundred Men's League. 3 - Liam Dawson needs three more sixes to become the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the Hundred Men's League. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 14 - Ben Duckett needs 14 more runs to become the leading scorer in the Hundred Men's League.

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Galle International Stadium: Relentless and stop-start rain since Sunday morning has finally relented to pave the way for play to commence on day two of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, with action now set to commence at 2:35pm at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday. Following a completely washed-out morning session and a delayed afternoon session, bright sunshine broke through the rain and clouds, allowing the ground staff to clear the covers and prepare the playing surface. Initially, the play was to resume at 2:15pm, before a late short spell of rain meant the start time became 2:35pm. A tea break will be taken from 4pm to 4:20pm, with the final session scheduled to be played from 4:20pm to 5:45pm. Play can also be extended by an additional 30 minutes to maximize overs lost to weather disruptions. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But now the rain has meant the officials are targeting to bowl 43 overs on day two. Earlier on Saturday, India ended their 20-Test wait for a century from the crucial number three position when left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and take the visitors to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the sides landmark 600th Test match. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But now the rain has meant the officials are targeting to bowl 43 overs on day two. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners. With the second new ball just seven overs away, Sri Lanka will face an uphill battle to curtail India's control once play resumes in what is also Galles 50th Test match. Article Source: IANS

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Former players and fans hailed Bangladesh's first-ever Test win in Australia on Sunday as the country's biggest achievement in the five-day game, saying it could be a turning point for their cricketing ambitions. Bangladesh sealed a historic nine-wicket thrashing inside four days in Darwin, marking their first ever Test victory on Australian soil and only second against their formidable opponents. This is, I think, the biggest achievement for Bangladesh cricket in Test matches, former captain Akram Khan told AFP. It was something we dreamed of but perhaps none of us expected Bangladesh to dominate and win like this. We are extremely happy and proud. Akram said the big win was built on a complete team performance rather than individual brilliance. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud laid the foundation with a career-best 6-55 as Australia were bowled out for 198 on the opening day. Bangladesh then took charge through Tanzid Hasan's maiden Test century, backed by important contributions from captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Former spinner and national selector Abdur Razzak said the victory strengthened Bangladesh's case for more Test opportunities against Australia. This was just the seventh Test match between the teams. If you look at this Test and our position in the World Test Championship, there is no reason why we should not get more opportunities, he said. Razzak credited years of investment in domestic first-class cricket and Bangladesh's Test programme for the team's progress. Former Bangladesh women's captain Rumana Ahmed said the team's emphatic all-round display made the win especially significant. Hasan Mahmud was back in the team after a long time and he did very well, taking six wickets in the first innings. That was a major factor, she said. Tanzid's hundred was historic for him as well. The batters took responsibility and scoring more than 400 in the first innings was extraordinary. The result was all the more remarkable because Bangladesh had been bowled out for just 54 by a Cricket Australia XI in a warm-up match days earlier. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman congratulated the team on a video call with the players. We're all eagerly waiting to welcome you home, he said on social media. Die-hard fans also savoured the win. As a cricket fan of Bangladesh we don't get occasions to celebrate very often, Sefat Hasan Sumaiya said. Winning against Australia in Australia seems surreal. It feels like a national festival. Another fan, Sahadat Ahmed Bhuiya, called it one of the defining victories in the nation's cricket history. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Winning a Test in Australia within four days is a huge achievement, he said.

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Bangladesh achieved a historic nine-wicket victory over top-ranked Australia in the first Test in Darwin, marking their first Test win in Australia. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto credited the team's focus on pace bowling for this significant upset, highlighting a shift in mindset among young fast bowlers. Hasan Mahmud was named Player of the Match for his nine wickets, including 6-55 in the first innings.

Pat Cummins Won't Rule Out Changes To Outplayed Australia For Second Test

Captain Pat Cummins admitted Australia were outplayed and refused to rule out making changes to the team after a shock nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin on Sunday. Bangladesh pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Test cricket history when they beat Australia in the Northern Territory capital. The sides meet for the second Test in Mackay on August 22. Australia took a full-strength team into the match and were expected to win easily after Bangladesh lost their only warm-up match to a Cricket Australia XI. However, under-pressure batsmen Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne both failed in Darwin, while there will be questions over whether they can afford to have all-rounders Beau Webster and Cameron Green both in the team. Green and Webster were innocuous with the ball, but Green scored a gritty century in the second innings. It's one test but it's also a little bit of a trend as well, Cummins said about the batting issues at the top of the order. So it's trying to work out, do you need to intervene now or do you let it play out and you think it's the way forward? So I think that's the question over the next couple of days that we'll sit down and have a think about. Is there something there that's going to take us forward, or is it something that's starting to become a trend that we think needs to be changed. Bangladesh's first innings of 426 kept Australia's bowlers in the Darwin heat and humidity for 138 overs. Cummins admitted that could also be a factor with selectors. We all know how good (Scott Boland) is so we'll turn up there (Mackay) and we'll have a look at the pitch and work out our best bowling group, he said. But someone like Scotty in the squad, you're always trying to find a way to fit him in. I think, you know, we'll wait. I think all the bowlers pulled up pretty well after this game. Cummins conceded Bangladesh had been far too good for the Australians, who have been training in Brisbane for the last six weeks. They were a much better side than us this week, he said. I thought they outplayed us in all facets, really. They were really patient, just didn't really let us back in, held onto their catches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I felt like we just didn't get off to a great start and kind of once you are behind on a pretty good wicket against a pretty good side, it was kind of really hard to wrestle the momentum back.

Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Says Win In Australia Best Bangladesh Result Ever

Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Says Win In Australia Best Bangladesh Result EverCaptain Najmul Hossain Shanto said Bangladesh's stunning nine-wicket win over Australia in the first Test in Darwin was the country's best result in history but warned it can't be a one-off. Bangladesh recorded their first-ever Test win on Australian soil Sunday with a comprehensive victory over the world's top-ranked Test team. This is the biggest win so far for Bangladesh in any format, Najmul said. Going forward we want to do something special in the future. Fresh from fielding a video call from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Najmul said he was determined to make sure his team played just as well in the second Test, which starts in the North Queensland city of Mackay on August 22. Leading into the Test in Darwin, Bangladesh lost a Test match to Zimbabwe by an innings and 85 runs, then were thrashed by a Cricket Australia XI in a warm-up game. We need to be consistent as a team, Najmul said. Against Zimbabwe we didn't play well but the confidence still was there because we won against Pakistan in Bangladesh (in May). So that gives us confidence. Before we came here, we had the belief that we will play good cricket here. Najmul said he would stress to his team that they would need to play just as well in the second Test, as Australia were sure to bounce back. As I said before this Test match, we wanted to play five days of good cricket, so nothing's changed, he said. Going to the next Test match we need to follow the process, accept the challenge and enjoy those challenges. And they have a quality bowling attack, so we have to again play good cricket. As a bowling unit we have to be disciplined again. This match gives us confidence, but I'm not too much thinking about this one -- next match, we need to play again good cricket. Najmul said he was conscious what the win would mean to people back home. In Bangladesh we all know the fans are really crazy about cricket, he said. We've given something to them, at least some sort of happiness in their faces -- that's the beauty of this game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In our culture we're pretty emotional sometimes. Sometimes, when we lose, they cried, so I think this win, we give them the happiest moment.

Pat Cummins Hints At Changes After Bangladesh 'outplayed Australia In All Facets' In Darwin

Pat Cummins: Australia captain Pat Cummins has kept the door open for any changes to the team for the second Test match against Bangladesh, following their drubbing in Darwin on Sunday. Cummins heaped praise on Bangladesh's first-ever Test win on Australian soil after the hosts set up a paltry total of 57 in the second innings, which the visitors chased down with nine wickets in hand. He also pointed out where it all went wrong while hinting that there might be changes in the team for the second game, which gets underway from August 22 in Mackay. Speaking after the nine-wicket loss, Cummins pointed out that their catapulting on Day 1 was the key reason behind this loss. Probably that day one. You know, I thought our preparation was pretty much spot on. I thought it was excellent. So, no excuses. They played really well. I thought the day-one wicket was doing a little bit early, but obviously got to try and find a way to bat a little bit longer than we did, and then, just couldn't penetrate with the ball. But I thought they played really well, he told broadcasters here after the defeat. The Aussie skipper then hinted that there might be changes in the pipeline after a full-strength Australian side lost to Bangladesh for the first time at home. I think every time there's a game like this, you always kind of look at your match-ups and your make-up of the team for the next one. But we only just finished, so we'll think about it. We're pretty good at bouncing back, so no doubt the batters and every group will get together and have a good think about this one and where we can improve, he added. The long formats' skipper also reserved special praise for the visiting Asian side, stating that they 'outplayed them in all facets' before taking out the positives from the loss. (On Bangladesh having played well) Yeah, they did. I think they outplayed us in all facets, really. I thought they were really patient and quite disciplined. And, yeah, once we were behind, it was really hard to get back, he said. The Aussie skipper then hinted that there might be changes in the pipeline after a full-strength Australian side lost to Bangladesh for the first time at home. I think every time there's a game like this, you always kind of look at your match-ups and your make-up of the team for the next one. But we only just finished, so we'll think about it. We're pretty good at bouncing back, so no doubt the batters and every group will get together and have a good think about this one and where we can improve, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Green stood up tall with his gritty 104 in the second innings but did not find partners for Australia to mount a comeback as they were bowled out for 284 in the second innings, setting up a meagre target of 57 against the visitors. And then Greeny, again, I thought, the tempo of this innings showed how good he is. Yeah, just needed a couple of us to hang around with him, but it was fantastic, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Bangladesh Overtake India In WTC Standings After Thrashing Australia

Bangladesh have moved above India to fourth position in the ICC World Test Championship standings after securing a historic nine-wicket victory against Australia in the first Test in Darwin.

Biggest Upset, Embarrassing: Australia Greats Tear Into Pat Cummins' Side After Bangladesh Loss

Australian cricket greats were utterly shocked by the team's 9-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the opening Test.

Pakistan Retain Wahab Riaz As Women's Team Head Coach For Asian Games

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'Bangladesh's Biggest Win In Any Format': Captain Shanto Hails Historic Win Over Australia

Najmul Hossain Shanto: A watershed moment arrived for Bangladesh in Test cricket in their 48-year-long cricketing odyssey when a Najmul Hossain Shanto-led side defeated the mighty Australian side on the latter's own soil. The victory marked Bangladesh's first-ever win on Australian soil, and it took just three matches for them to achieve it when the Asian side romped home in a nine-wicket win in Darwin on Sunday. Speaking after the win, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto calmly reflected on the game, calling it the 'biggest win for the team in any format'. Very happy, proud of myself and the way the boys played. We did a lot of hard work. This is the biggest win so far for Bangladesh in any format. Going forward, we want to do something special in the future, Shanto told broadcasters after the win. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud turned out to be the difference in the game, and his six-wicket haul in the first innings was the cornerstone in bowling the hosts out for 198 in the first innings, while other speedsters Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain also chipped in with a couple of wickets each. The fact that this came without their two premier speedsters, Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam, speaks volumes about how well Bangladesh are building a bunch of fast bowlers who can do the job in overseas conditions. Speaking on honing the fast bowlers and not relying on spin, Shanto shared, That is the biggest change for Bangladesh in Test format, while adding, Earlier, five years ago, pacers didn't want to play Tests. But we've been playing lots of Test cricket, and they are giving importance to the Test format. They want to play, want to perform, want to be world-class. That is the mindset they now have. Seniors like Mushfiqur and Mominul have encouraged them to play more Test cricket. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud turned out to be the difference in the game, and his six-wicket haul in the first innings was the cornerstone in bowling the hosts out for 198 in the first innings, while other speedsters Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain also chipped in with a couple of wickets each. The fact that this came without their two premier speedsters, Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam, speaks volumes about how well Bangladesh are building a bunch of fast bowlers who can do the job in overseas conditions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh can now sight a series win over Australia as they have to face them again in the second and last Test of this series in Mackay from August 22 onwards. But Shanto is aware that they need to tick all the boxes for that. We have that evidence, but we have to play good cricket. We have to play five days of good cricket, and I'm going to say the same thing. If we play session by session, if the lower order keeps chipping in, those are the things, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

1st Test: Rain Delays Start Of Second Session On Day Two In Galle

Galle International Stadium: The start of the second session on day two of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka has been delayed due to rain at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday. After persistent morning rain completely washed out the first session and forced an early lunch break, bright sunshine briefly emerged, and raised hopes of a restart. However, dark clouds quickly hovered back over the stadium, forcing groundsmen to roll tyres back onto the covers to keep them secured. The wait continues. The start of second session has been delayed due to rain. Stay tuned for more updates, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) posted on its 'X' account. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But with intermittent downpours continuing to disrupt proceedings and not a single ball bowled in the first session, the 130-member ground staff faces a continuous battle to make the stadium ready for play whenever rain stops. Earlier on Saturday, India ended their 20-Test wait for a century from the crucial number three position when left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and take the visitors to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the sides landmark 600th Test match. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But with intermittent downpours continuing to disrupt proceedings and not a single ball bowled in the first session, the 130-member ground staff faces a continuous battle to make the stadium ready for play whenever rain stops. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners. With the second new ball just seven overs away, Sri Lanka will face an uphill battle to curtail India's control once play resumes in what is also Galles 50th Test match. Article Source: IANS

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KL Rahul made a little shimmy to reach the ball, unfurled his wrist and executed a picture perfect cover drive, leaving Prabath Jayasuriya smiling wistfully on the opening day of the first Test in Galle.

WTC updated points table after Bangladesh's historic Test victory against Australia

Bangladesh put forth a marvellous performance in the first Test of the ongoing two-game series against Australia. The two sides met in Darwin for the clash, where Bangladesh managed to register their first-ever Test victory in Australia. The side registered a nine-wicket victory and took the lead in the series.

Bangladesh Get WTC Points Table Boost After Thrashing Australia In Darwin

Aussies Down Under: Bangladesh achieved one of their greatest moments in international cricket when they stunned a full-strength Australian team in the latter's own backyard with a historic nine-wicket win in Darwin on Sunday. Bangladesh registered their first-ever Test win against the Aussies Down Under, when they chased down a paltry total of 57 on Day 4 of the Test match here at the Marrara Cricket Ground. Following their famous win, Najmul Hossan Shanto's team has received a shot in its arm in the World Test Championship points table, while the Pat Cummins-led Australian side has suffered a blow to its top place in the nine-team table. Before the opening Test of the two-match series, the Asian side had a PCT of 58.33, which has now climbed up to 66.67 after their Darwin win. Meanwhile, the Aussies are still on top of the standings, but their PCT has taken a significant hit. Coming into the match, they had a PCT of 87.50, which has now slipped down to 77.78 as they marginally hold the second-placed South Africa behind them, who have a PCT of 75. New Zealand placed ranked third behind the previous two finalists with a PCT of 72.22 in six matches, while Bangladesh are fourth. India find themselves in fifth place, tallying a PCT of 48.15 in nine games and are facing Sri Lanka, the sixth-ranked team, in an ongoing two-match Test series. England (24.36), Pakistan (22.22) and West Indies (20.83) round up the remaining three places, respectively. Before the opening Test of the two-match series, the Asian side had a PCT of 58.33, which has now climbed up to 66.67 after their Darwin win. Meanwhile, the Aussies are still on top of the standings, but their PCT has taken a significant hit. Coming into the match, they had a PCT of 87.50, which has now slipped down to 77.78 as they marginally hold the second-placed South Africa behind them, who have a PCT of 75. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In the second essay, Australia put up a much better fight, with Cameron Green turning up good as he smashed a 104, but there was not much resistance from the other batters as they were bowled out for 284, with Mehidy Hasan taking a fifer early on Day 4. The visitors were asked to chase 57, which they did pretty easily, losing just one wicket in the previous innings' centurion, Tanzid Hasan, as Shadman Islam and Mominul Haque remained unbeaten to guide them to a historic win. Article Source: IANS

Sri Lanka vs India 1st Test: Rain washes out morning session on Day 2

The opening session of the second day of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Galle was washed out due to persistent rain on Sunday.

6 Bangladesh Test Wins That Shocked The Cricket World

Bangladesh secured a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in Darwin, marking their first-ever Test win on Australian soil, powered by Tanzid Hasan's century and Mehidy Hasan Miraz's five-wicket haul.

Cricketing World Hails Bangladesh's 'momentous' Test Triumph Over Australia

Najmul Hossain Shanto: Former players and commentators united to applaud Bangladesh's landmark Test victory over Australia on Sunday, describing their nine-wicket thrashing of the hosts at the Marrara Stadium in Darwin as a momentous occasion. Social media exploded with reactions after Najmul Hossain Shantos side chased down 57 to secure their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil and take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop hailed the win as a major milestone for the nation while highlighting individual contributions. Momentous achievement for Bangladesh Cricket, and the people of Bangladesh. Surely theyre deserving of their flowers and just recognition now from those from whom it has previously been too sparse. Many contributors, Mehidy, Tanzid etc. But Hasan Mahmud in particular has been a very good line bowler for several years now when fully healthy, and possesses a lovely efficient, upright action. Happy for coach Phil Simmons and his squad. #EXCELLENT, Bishop wrote on X. Former India opener Wasim Jaffer, who had been Bangladesh's batting consultant and spent time with their U19 setup in the past, was quick to figure out the wider significance of the result on the global stage. What a phenomenal victory for Bangladesh! Beating Australia in Australia for the first time is a historic achievement and a huge moment for Bangladesh cricket. Special mention to Tanzid Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Captain Shanto for their terrific performances and leadership. Congratulations to each and everyone involved. This is more than just a win; its a statement of Bangladeshs growth on the world stage. What an unbelievable upset! #BANvAUS @BCBtigers, Ex-England captain Kevin Pietersen expressed total awe by posting on X, BANGLADESH - WOW. Former Australian women's cricketer Lisa Sthalekar noted that Bangladesh had already shown signs of bridging the gap. Congratulations to @bangladeshtigers on a famous victory. Having watched them at home recently & beat Aus in the ODIs always thought that this series was going to be tighter than everyone thought. Bravo on taking it to the Aussie, she said on X. Ex-England captain Kevin Pietersen expressed total awe by posting on X, BANGLADESH - WOW. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ex-Australia pacer Damien Fleming conceded the hosts were thoroughly outplayed and wrote on X, Darwin just became a chapter in Bangladesh cricket history. Well done Bangladesh. Tough Test cricket. Grit, discipline and skill. Biggest thrashing Ive seen Australia cop on home soil in a long while. Look forward to seeing response in 2nd test. Article Source: IANS

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Bangladesh secured a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in Darwin, marking their first-ever Test win on Australian soil and stunning the No. 1-ranked Test side.

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Bangladesh Stun Australia by Nine Wickets in Historic First Test Win

A dominant Bangladesh stunned Australia to win the opening Test by a crushing nine wickets in Darwin on Sunday for a historic first-ever Test victory on Australian soil. After bowling Australia out for 284 and needing 57 to win, the visitors cruised past the total when Mominul Haque slashed Beau Webster to the backward point boundary. Unfancied Bangladesh dominated a full-strength Australia throughout and the margin of victory will send shock waves through the cricketing world. This is the biggest win so far for Bangladesh in any format, captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said. Going forward we want to do something special in the future. I'm very happy, proud of myself and the way the boys played. We did a lot of hard work. After bowling Australia out for 198 in the first innings, the visitors always looked the more likely to win. They kept the pressure on throughout Sunday and didn't panic when Cameron Green (104) brought up his third Test century after lunch on day four. Green was offered no real support from his teammates and the Bangladeshis kept taking vital scalps to leave Australia on the ropes, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz taking 5-66. Najmul said the shock win was the result of Bangladesh players, especially the fast bowlers, putting more emphasis on red-ball cricket. Five years ago pacers didn't want to play Tests, but we've been playing lots of Test cricket and they are giving importance to the Test format, he said. They want to play, want to perform, want to be world-class. That is the mindset they now have. Australia captain Pat Cummins was full of praise for their opponents, admitting Bangladesh were better in every aspect. It was Bangladesh's first Test win in Australia, at the third attempt. They outplayed us in all facets, they were patient and disciplined, said Cummins. I thought our prep was spot-on, no excuses. They played well. We had to find a way to bat longer and then we couldn't penetrate with the ball. - Australia out of answers - The visitors went into the match with most observers giving them no chance of winning. Their only warm-up game, against a Cricket Australia XI, ended in a big loss that included a second-innings collapse where they were all out for 54. But they completely outplayed the Australians and won every session, batting, bowling and catching better than their more illustrious counterparts. Australia, fielding their best possible team, looked out of sorts from the beginning. Their batting failed in the first innings when they were bowled out on the opening day, then their much-vaunted bowling attack struggled against the gritty Bangladesh batsmen. Led by a maiden Test century from opener Tanzid Hasan, Bangladesh made 426 and kept Australia in the field for 138 overs in Darwin's heat and humidity. The bowlers then showed great patience Saturday to make regular breakthroughs and keep Australia under the cosh. When Australia resumed Sunday on 161-4, their hopes lay with Alex Carey and Green. Carey lived dangerously in the opening 30 minutes, twice edging seamer Hasan Mahmud through the vacant slips cordon for boundaries. But on 30 off-spinner Mehidy produced a beautiful ball, pitching in line then turning sharply to take Carey's outside edge to wicketkeeper Litton Das. He struck again soon after, bowling Webster for five to leave Australia 193-6 and in deep trouble. A famous victory edged closer when Cummins pushed forward to a Mehidy delivery and got an inside edge to short leg, where Shadman Islam took a sharp chance. Australia were 207-7, still 21 runs behind Bangladesh's first-innings total. Green and Mitchell Starc batted sensibly to ensure Bangladesh had to bat again. Starc fell for 18 caught behind but Green was playing well. But despite looking increasingly comfortable, he was undone when a Hasan ball kept low, hit the toe end of his bat and cannoned into the stumps. Mehidy wrapped up the innings when he trapped Nathan Lyon plumb in front leg before. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Despite losing Tanzid in the first over, Mominul and Shadman cruised to victory.

1st Test: Heavy Rain Forces Early Lunch On Day 2 In Galle

Galle International Stadium: Persistent showers forced an early lunch break to be taken on day two of the opening Test between India and Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday, with not a single ball bowled in the opening session due to heavy rain. The second session is tentatively scheduled to begin at 12:20pm local time and IST, subject to weather conditions and outfield clearance. Rain hit the coastal city during the early morning hours, which led to the entire ground being under covers Play was originally slated to start at 9:45am, 15 minutes ahead of the scheduled time of 10am to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. Update from Galle. Start of play on Day 2 has been delayed due to rain. Stay tuned for further updates, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) posted on its 'X' account. Although the rain briefly subsided mid-morning to allow the 130-member ground staff to begin removing covers, another spell of downpour returned and dashed hopes of an early start and washed out the first session entirely. With the weather forecast remaining gloomy for rest of the day, the groundsmen face an uphill task to dry the outfield and prepare the playing surface once the weather clears. Earlier on Saturday, India ended their 20-Test wait for a century from the crucial number three position when left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and take the visitors to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the sides landmark 600th Test match. Although the rain briefly subsided mid-morning to allow the 130-member ground staff to begin removing covers, another spell of downpour returned and dashed hopes of an early start and washed out the first session entirely. With the weather forecast remaining gloomy for rest of the day, the groundsmen face an uphill task to dry the outfield and prepare the playing surface once the weather clears. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners. With the second new ball just seven overs away, Sri Lanka will face an uphill battle to curtail India's control once play resumes in what is also Galles 50th Test match. Article Source: IANS

Shanto: 'Biggest win for Bangladesh in any format'

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Bangladesh vs Australia: Tigers Stun Cummins

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Bangladesh Pull Off Historic Maiden Test Win In Australia

Great Barrier Reef Arena: Bangladesh has completed one of the most stunning upsets in mens Test cricket history on Sunday by thrashing top-ranked Australia by nine wickets in the series opener at Marrara Oval on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 57 runs on day fours play, Mominul Haque (30 not out) cut Beau Webster through the square boundary on the off-side to seal a monumental victory for the visitors. Shadman Islam remained unbeaten on 25 as Bangladesh comfortably completed the chase in the second session and take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The victory marked Bangladeshs first-ever Test win on Australian soil in only their third attempt, especially coming after their first red-ball appearance in the country in 23 years. Najmul Hossain Shantos men arrived as overwhelming underdogs after suffering an innings defeat to a Cricket Australia XI, including being bowled out for 54. But every time Australia threatened to drag themselves back into the contest, Bangladesh found heroes to thwart those attempts. Resuming their second innings on day four, Australias rearguard was led by seam-bowling all-rounder Cameron Green, who scored a defiant 108 - his maiden Test century at home. Green ground out the touring attack across nearly five hours before fast bowler Hasan Mahmud claimed him by skidding one low to crash into his stumps. Pacer Mahmud, who took Player of the Match award, was the star of the match for Bangladesh by collecting figures of 9-111, including a match-defining six-for in the first innings to bowl out Australia for 198 on day one. Off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz tore through Australia's middle and lower order, exploiting footmarks created by Mitchell Starc to claim 5-52 - his 15th career five-wicket haul, as the hosts were bowled out for 284 in their second innings and set the stage for an easy and memorable chase for Bangladesh. Green ground out the touring attack across nearly five hours before fast bowler Hasan Mahmud claimed him by skidding one low to crash into his stumps. Pacer Mahmud, who took Player of the Match award, was the star of the match for Bangladesh by collecting figures of 9-111, including a match-defining six-for in the first innings to bowl out Australia for 198 on day one. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Australia 198 and 284 (Cameron Green 104, Steve Smith 44; Mehidy Hasan Miraz 5-56, Hasan Mahmud 3-66) lost to Bangladesh 426 and 57/1 in 14.2 overs (Mominul Haque 30 not out, Shadman Islam 25 not out, Josh Hazlewood 1-5) by nine wickets Article Source: IANS

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Bangladesh claim first test win in Australia as Green ton in vain

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1st Test: Slow Turners Allow Me To Contribute With Bat As Well, Says Jadeja

Galle International Stadium: Indias veteran left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has expressed satisfaction with the pitch conditions for the ongoing first Test at the Galle International Stadium, adding that while dry surfaces offering turn and bounce excite spinners, he personally prefers a slow turner over a rank turner as that aids him in contributing with the bat. On day ones play, left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and took India to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the sides landmark 600th Test match. Being a spinner, if I see the wicket is dry, if I see there are a few cracks in the middle of the wicket, I always feel that, okay, it might be good for the spinners because some might turn, some might keep low. So, I always feel if wicket is dry, then you'll get more turn and bounce, as we have on this wicket, because this wicket is also very much on the dry side. The odd ball is turning, odd ball is going straight and keeping low. As the game progresses, I would say more turn and bounce will be there. Spinners will enjoy this wicket, Jadeja said in a chat with broadcasters ahead of day twos play, which has been delayed due to rain. Asked about whether the track will deteriorate rapidly, Jadeja added, Yesterday also when they were bowling, ball was gripping, odd ball was turning from the start. So I would say as the game progresses, we don't know how much weather will allow, but yeah, as the game progresses, wicket will start turning. Quizzed about his past experiences of playing on extreme turners, Jadeja recalled, A few times, when we played in India, I think one was in Indore and the other one was in Pune where Smith score a hundred. So those two wickets I felt it was looking like a rank turner. As a spinner, if you see the wicket, you always feel happy and you start getting excited. But I don't want to play on the rank turner because I need to score runs as well. So I would prefer a slow turner to start with and as the game progresses, then if ball starts turning, that would be an ideal wicket. Reflecting on his growth as a Test batter and how he built the temperament for long innings, Jadeja candidly spoke about his early career struggles with self-doubt, especially when pushed down the batting order. When I started, I used to bat at number 4. If you look at my entire Ranji Trophy career, my average is more than 60. Whatever Ranji Trophy and Duleep Trophy first-class cricket I have played domestically, my batting average is more than 60. So somewhere, I had that belief that I had that ability. But sometimes what happens is that you come into the Indian team and you don't get that batting number. And sometimes the situation is such that I have batted at number 8 and 9 as well. So, when you are sitting in the dressing room with your pads on, next to you, a fast bowler is selecting a ball. So seeing all those things, my morale, my confidence, would go down. Sometimes you think to yourself, I have to go and score runs. And in that same dressing room, a fast bowler is selecting the ball, thinking, Come on, now bowling is coming. So because of all those things, my confidence was literally disturbed. I would think, Oh man, what is this? The team doesn't even have confidence in me. So I have seen that in my early days, that I didn't get that number. Very low, many times I even went in to bat below Ashwin. So somewhere, all those things disturbed me, he revealed. Jadeja further explained how securing the number slot and exercising strict shot discipline helped him adapt, particularly in overseas conditions. But luckily, now I have got the opportunity to bat at number six. In England, I was doing just one thing. I had limited my shots. I didn't have to play every shot. I didn't have to play the cover drive, I didn't have to play the square drive. I had removed all those shots from my book, that I don't have to play these shots in England. I had to work very hard for that. Because sometimes you feel that while sitting in the dressing room, you can think more, that yes, I won't play this, I won't play that. But the same thing, when you go into the middle in a pressure situation, when the ball is swinging, bouncing, then you have to implement that. So that is a little mentally challenging. But I was strong that I don't have to play the cover drive, I don't have to play any shot outside off. So that helped me quite a lot. On balancing his twin roles as a batter and bowler depending on match situations, Jadeja noted, Right now, I am at that stage where I look at what the team needs. For example, if the ball is turning, then I become a frontline bowler. If it's a flat wicket and there is seam movement and all that, like in England or Australia, then I play purely as a batter. So basically, whatever the team's requirement is, what the team needs in a particular situation, accordingly I look to play and play my role. But the same thing, when you go into the middle in a pressure situation, when the ball is swinging, bouncing, then you have to implement that. So that is a little mentally challenging. But I was strong that I don't have to play the cover drive, I don't have to play any shot outside off. So that helped me quite a lot. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Their confidence level has gone up because of that, and that is why they are settling into international cricket quite easily. For them, it's not such a big deal that we are playing in Australia, England or South Africa. I have never felt that any youngster who has come into the team is struggling, or when you look at them and their body language, they look nervous. It doesn't feel like that. Article Source: IANS

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Determination To Push Through Fatigue Key Behind Test Ton: Padikkal

Galle International Stadium: India batter Devdutt Padikkal has revealed that sheer determination to battle extreme physical exhaustion and heat was the defining factor behind his commanding unbeaten century on day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka here at the Galle International Stadium. Making his return to the Test side for the first time after November 2024, left-handed Padikkal struck a masterly 131 not out off 178 balls to place India in a position of strength by taking them to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs. In this knock, determination for me was playing through that tiredness and fatigue that I was feeling, especially towards the third session. I think it was getting really hot and we were losing a lot of fluids from our body and were sweating all the time. So it was really important that I was determined enough to keep going and keep pushing forward, Padikkal said in a video posted on bcci.tv on Sunday. Highlighting the need for tactical restraint on a pitch offering turn for spinners, Padikkal stressed on the discipline required to maintain concentration despite physical strain. Discipline, again, it wasn't the easiest of wickets to bat on. I think we had to make sure that we didn't play too many rash shots. We had to make sure that we kept our mind in the game as long as possible because, like I said, again, when you get tired, it's easy to lose that discipline and I think as a team we did that well. Reflecting on his journey back to being in the playing eleven in Tests, Padikkal noted that his time on the bench served as an opportunity for self-improvement. Patience for me, I think it was more to do with what I've gone through before this game. I think my last Test was in 2024, so it's been a long time coming, and I've had to patiently wait and look on from the outside. It's never easy, but at the same time it gave me time to really work on my game, to perfect things in my game that I felt needed perfecting, and I'm really glad that all that hard work came to fruition. Admitting to having pre-milestone nerves, Padikkal expressed fondness for getting his maiden century on the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day and the sides 600th Test match. It feels great, I was a bit nervous towards the end there when I got closer to it, but I think that's part of it and I'm really happy to get over the line, especially this ground. It's never easy, but at the same time it gave me time to really work on my game, to perfect things in my game that I felt needed perfecting, and I'm really glad that all that hard work came to fruition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Anytime you represent your country, it's a special occasion and when you do it on Independence Day, it makes it that little bit more special. Obviously it's a very important day in our history and to have a contribution on a day like that, really feels good, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

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Rahmat Shah Century Leads Afghanistan To 4-0 Series Sweep Of Ireland

Afghanistan captain Rahmat Shah scored a superb unbeaten century and shared a record third-wicket partnership with Sediqullah Atal as the tourists beat Ireland by six wickets in the fifth and final one-day international. Saturday's victory in Belfast saw Afghanistan complete a dominant 4-0 series win after the opening match was washed out. Shah, who finished on 143 not out, added 201 runs with Atal after Afghanistan slumped to 22-2 inside six overs, with Liam McCarthy removing both openers. Their partnership was a new third-wicket record for Afghanistan in all ODI cricket, surpassing the 184-run stand between Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi against Ireland in Abu Dhabi in 2021. It seemed Ireland would at least enjoy a consolation win on Saturday after all-rounder Curtis Campher's quickfire 96 took them to a total of 298-7 in their full 50 overs. And they were even better-placed when McCarthy (3-47) dismissed Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz early in Afghanistan's pursuit of a target of 299. But Shah and Atal rebuilt steadily before unleashing against Ireland leg-spinner Gavin Hoey, whose 10 wicketless overs cost 73 runs. Shah's 109-ball century included nine fours and a six, with Atal narrowly failing to record hundreds in consecutive games after being brilliantly caught by Cade Carmichael looking to pull McCarthy out of the ground. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Afghanistan still needed 76 runs in almost nine overs at that stage but, with Azmatullah Omarzai adding a rapid 24, they won with seven balls to spare.

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2027 ODI World Cup Could Begin On Gandhi Jayanti As ICC Eyes Special Tribute: Report

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APL 2026: Malakar's Knock Seals Nail-biting Win For Bottom-placed Tezpur Titans

Assam Premier League: Tezpur Titans chased down a mammoth 201 in a thrilling run-fest, edging past Guwahati Royals by two wickets with just two balls to spare in match number 30 of the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday. Dibash Hazarika's blazing knock laid the platform for the chase, before skipper Ayushman Malakar produced a late cameo to see Titans home in a dramatic finish. Earlier, Sanjay Kumar Singh's unbeaten 81 propelled Guwahati Royals to 200. Having won the toss and opting to field, Titans endured an early setback as Guwahati Royals lost Rohit Sen and skipper Rishav Das inside the powerplay but recovered through Sanjay Kumar Singh. Singh anchored the innings from one end, remaining unbeaten on 81 off 57 balls with four fours and six sixes. Nibir Deka struck a rapid 22 off 13 balls, while Gunjan Jyoti Deka contributed 41 off 27 before being run out. Nipan Deka then produced a sensational late cameo, smashing an unbeaten 43 off just 10 balls, including 35 runs off the final over of the innings, as Guwahati Royals piled up 200/4 in their 20 overs. Wasim Akram Haque and Danish Ahmed were the only bowlers to find success for Titans, picking up two and one wicket respectively. In response, Titans lost Wasim Akram Haque cheaply, but Dibash Hazarika and Nihar Deka steadied the chase with a stand for the second wicket. Hazarika played a superb knock of 73 off 42 balls with six fours and six sixes, while Nihar Deka chipped in with 25. Roshan Topno then struck 39 off 24 balls to keep the chase on track, but wickets continued to fall at the other end as Bastab Roy proved a constant threat, finishing with figures of 3/33. With the equation tightening in the closing overs, skipper Malakar took charge, striking a blistering 41 off just 18 balls with four sixes to keep Titans in the hunt. Wickets kept tumbling around him, including a double blow in the same over that saw both Malakar and Abhinav Choudhury depart, but Prachurya Kataki held his nerve at the death, remaining unbeaten on 7 off just 2 balls, to guide Tezpur Titans over the line. The visitors reached 203/8 in 19.4 overs to complete a thrilling two-wicket win in one of the highest-scoring contests of the season. Brief scores: Guwahati Royals 200/4 in 20 overs (Sanjay Kumar Singh 81*, Nipan Deka 43*, Gunjan Jyoti Deka 41; Wasim Akram Haque 2/39, Danish Ahmed 1/15). Brief scores: Also Read: Live Cricket Score Result: Tezpur Titans beat Guwahati Royals by 2 wickets. Article Source: IANS

1st Test: The Way Padikkal Adapted To Conditions Was Crucial Rather Than His No.3 Position, Says Kotak

Galle International Stadium: India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has pointed to the hard work done by batter Devdutt Padikkal, who returned to the side after a big gap and scored his maiden century in the first Test against Sri Lanka here on Saturday. Playing in Tests for the first time since November 2024, Padikkal scored an unbeaten 134 as India dominated Sri Lanka to reach 288/2 in 73 overs when stumps were called early because of bad light on a rain-hit opening day at the Galle International Stadium. Having opted to bat first after winning the toss in their 600th Test, India were given a fluent start by their opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal (32) and vice-captain KL Rahul, who retired hurt on 77 in the final session due to cramps. But left-handed Padikkal looked the part to get a big score - using the crease well and showcasing great footwork, as well as running hard for his ones and twos- to hit 131 not out off 178 balls, laced with 12 fours and a six. I'm so happy for him. Because he actually was waiting for this opportunity, and he got an opportunity. So, the way he played in both innings in the warm-up and here (1st Test), it's really encouraging. Because I feel it's a young team but very promising guys who are waiting for their opportunity, said Kotak in the day-end press conference on Saturday. He also talked about the preparation and hard work put in by the Karnataka batter in the lead-up to the series. He said he had closely observed Padikkal's preparations when he was with the team and also when he was at the NCA. I would say, overall, the way Devdutt, when I was in NCA, also the way he was preparing, he was working on his basics. He was working on his back-foot game. And we try that anyway. We try and work on step-out, sweep, or back-foot game. And I think he has done well. But it's not just preparation now, I think. A lot of credit goes to him. The way he has prepared himself for the last couple of years. So, I wouldn't say it is just what we prepared, said Kotak. India's batting coach also noted the confidence the team gained from playing the three-day warm-up game before the start of the series. Yes, we got a very good three-day game and a six-net session to work with them. But I would still give a lot of credit to them for where they have batted, he said. Since 2021, India have experimented with batters at the No.3 slot in the batting line-up. In the last few Tests, they have played Sai Sudarshan in that position while Padikkal got the opportunity in Galle. Yes, we got a very good three-day game and a six-net session to work with them. But I would still give a lot of credit to them for where they have batted, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Fast bowlers' deliveries were not coming that much. In the second spell, after the rain, when fast bowlers bowled, it started swinging, and the ball was going through. So, at different phases, how they bat, that is very important for me rather than batting position -- No. 3 or 4 or 5. So, I am pretty happy about that, he said. Article Source: IANS

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UPT20 2026: Bobby Yadav, Kartik Siddhu Script Sensational Rescue For Noida Kings

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Player of the Match Kartik Siddhu combined with Impact Player Bobby Yadav to orchestrate a sensational unbroken 78-run partnership, guiding the Noida Kings to a dramatic three-wicket victory over the Kanpur Superstars in Match 2 of the UP T20 League Season 4 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Reeling at a precarious 57/7 in pursuit of 135, the Kings appeared down and out before Yadav (44 not out off 28 balls) and Siddhu (34 not out off 21 balls) launched a stunning counter-attack to seal the win with just two deliveries to spare. Earlier in the day, Noida Kings skipper Madhav Kaushik won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision swiftly vindicated by his bowling unit. The Kanpur Superstars' innings struggled to find momentum from the outset, as they continuously lost wickets to find themselves in deep trouble at 74/7 inside 13 overs. Left-arm spinner Shiva Singh was the chief architect of Kanpur's collapse, delivering an exceptional spell of 3/18. He was brilliantly supported by pacer Kunal Tyagi, who claimed 3/28, while Siddhu chipped in with a crucial wicket. Despite the top-order failure, Kanpur managed to post a fighting total of 134/8 in their allotted 20 overs, courtesy of a gritty rescue act by the lower-middle order. Yashovardhan Singh (28 off 21 balls) and Shubham Mishra (29 off 24 balls) absorbed the pressure and stitched together a crucial 59-run partnership off 43 deliveries to give their bowlers a total to defend. Chasing a modest target of 135, the Noida Kings' batting lineup imploded in the face of a disciplined Kanpur attack. Wickets fell at regular intervals as Kanpur's all-rounder Shubham Mishra returned to haunt the Kings with the ball. Mishra delivered a stifling spell, conceding a mere 10 runs in his four overs while claiming two wickets. He was well-supported by experienced spinner Karn Sharma (2/39) and pacer Ajay Kumar (2/31), leaving Noida staring at defeat at 57/7 in the 12th over. However, the introduction of Bobby Yadav as an Impact Player shifted the momentum entirely. Joining forces with Siddhu, Yadav initiated a calculated rebuild before accelerating in the death overs. With the pressure mounting and 37 runs required from the final 18 deliveries, the pair targeted Ajay Kumar, smashing 17 runs in the 18th over to bring the equation down to a manageable 20 off 12 balls. Kanpur's Vineet Panwar bowled a magnificent penultimate over, giving away just six runs to finish his quota with impressive figures of 1/24. This left Noida needing 14 runs from the final six deliveries. Tasked with defending the total, Shakti Verma was immediately put under severe pressure as Bobby Yadav struck back-to-back boundaries off the first two balls of the final over. With the equation reduced to four runs needed off three balls, Yadav finished the game in style, lofting a glorious boundary over extra cover to complete a memorable comeback. Following the victory, an emotional Kartik Siddhu, who was named Player of the Match for his vital 34 not out and one wicket, dedicated his match-winning heroics to his mother. I would like to dedicate this award to my mother. Tasked with defending the total, Shakti Verma was immediately put under severe pressure as Bobby Yadav struck back-to-back boundaries off the first two balls of the final over. With the equation reduced to four runs needed off three balls, Yadav finished the game in style, lofting a glorious boundary over extra cover to complete a memorable comeback. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Acknowledging the crucial tactical input from the dugout that guided their unbroken stand, Siddhu added, The support staff continuously guided us. The coach was sending plans through the 12th or 15th man, and it is great that the execution worked out. I would really like to thank our support staff and the coach for explaining the game plan to me so well. Article Source: IANS

Department Cricket Is A Big Need: Ex-Pakistan Captain Azhar Ali Calls For Revival Of System

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APL 2026: Barak Legends Go Top After Rain Washes Out Clash With Charaideo Sunrisers

Assam Cricket Association Stadium: Barak Legends moved to the top of the points table in the Assam Premier League 2026 (APL) after their clash against Charaideo Sunrisers was abandoned due to rain at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium here on Saturday. Both teams received one point each after persistent rain prevented further play. Legends now have 11 points from eight matches, while Sunrisers are fifth with seven points from the same number of games. After being asked to bat first, Barak Legends posted 177/6 in their allotted 20 overs, with opener Bishal Saha continuing his impressive run of form. Saha remained unbeaten on 54 and registered his fourth half-century of the season. His latest fifty also helped him retain the Orange Cap. He shared an 81-run opening partnership with Shraban Khound, who scored 47 before falling just three runs short of his half-century. The two provided Legends with a strong platform before the Sunrisers struck back with regular wickets. The Legends middle order could not make a major impact, but Abdul Ajij provided the late impetus with an unbeaten 32 off just 12 balls to help his side finish on a competitive total. For Charaideo Sunrisers, Reshabh Dipak was the standout bowler, claiming three wickets for 22 runs. In response, Sunrisers made a positive start to their chase and reached 35/0 in 2.5 overs before rain brought play to a halt. Pradyun Saikia was in an aggressive mood at the top of the order, remaining unbeaten on 33 off just 13 deliveries. Captain Sumit Ghadigaonkar was unbeaten on two at the other end when the rain interruption occurred. In response, Sunrisers made a positive start to their chase and reached 35/0 in 2.5 overs before rain brought play to a halt. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The result means Legends have climbed to the summit with 11 points, while Sunrisers remain fifth on seven points. Article Source: IANS

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Azhar Ali Points To Domestic Cricket's Shutdown As A Key Reason For Pakistan's Test Downfall

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan: Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has attributed his national team's downfall in Test cricket to the shutdown of departmental cricket. Azhar, who has led Pakistan in nine Tests and 31 ODIs, called departmental cricket a ursery for Pakistan's national sides and felt that it's being pushed out. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) recently axed two departments -- WAPDA and Sahir Associates -- from the 2026-27 domestic season, calling them out for their inability to comply with the new regulations. WAPDA has been one of Pakistan's oldest domestic sides, while Sahir Associates also did not accept the new terms the PCB set. Azhar pointed out the ignorance of departmental cricket as a key reason for the national team's downfall. Department cricket is a big need for Pakistan, Azhar told Cricinfo. It's contributed a lot to our cricket. We shut it down a few years ago, and my personal view is that the slide in Pakistan's international cricket right now has a lot to do with department cricket being shut down. After that, it took department cricket a long time to recover. It was the biggest nursery for Pakistan cricket, and today again it feels like it's being pushed out. The former cricketer also hit out at the constant changes by the PCB in the working systems. The first thing I'd do is to give any system we implement a few years. If you change every year, then you were either wrong last year, or you're wrong now. At the PCB, our problem is we're never wrong, but perhaps we're never right either, because when you change every year, it means there was a mistake. And we promise every year that this is the year we'll get more developed players coming through the system. But we're not getting that answer. Every year we change, and then we say, 'that season didn't go according to plan, but the next one will'. Azhar was himself part of departmental cricket before he made his name on the international stage. He was among a few cricketers who made an appeal to then Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan to change his decision to remove departments in 2019. Imran was not persuaded, and the departments returned only in 2023 after the 1992 World Cup-winning captain was removed from the government. I was moulded in department cricket, as so many others have been, Azhar said. At times, no one in the regions used to pay us any heed whatsoever. But the departments gave us salaries and financial security, and stuck with us. It's very important in Pakistan's cultural and economic reality. Even the PKR 30-40,000 Grade 2 teams and smaller departments' pay is vital in our country. Otherwise, young players' parents won't let them play and will tell them to find proper jobs instead. I was moulded in department cricket, as so many others have been, Azhar said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's easy to say, reduce the teams in domestic cricket. But if you're not getting financially rewarded for it, how many kids will be able to afford to take up cricket? I've seen young players who had to leave Pakistan after department cricket was abolished here. They didn't see a future here. Article Source: IANS

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1st Test: Padikkal's Maiden Test Century Helps India Dominate Proceedings At Galle

Galle International Stadium: Playing in Tests for the first time since November 2024, Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century as India dominated Sri Lanka by reaching 288/2 in 73 overs at stumps after bad light and rain brought an early close to the opening day of the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday. Having opted to bat first after winning the toss in their 600th Test, India were given a fluent start by their opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal (32) and vice-captain KL Rahul, who retired hurt on 77 in the final session due to cramps. But left-handed Padikkal looked the part to get a big score - using the crease well and showcasing great footwork, as well as running hard for his ones and twos- to hit 131 not out off 178 balls, laced with 12 fours and a six. With Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 27 off 36 balls, Padikkal and India are poised to get a mammoth total in the first innings. It also helped that Sri Lanka, despite finding some turn via spinners, were never consistent in their lines and lengths in what is also Galles 50th Test match. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly Padikkal seizing his chance at number three with a composed century the first coming off a number three batter since Shubman Gill hit one against Bangladesh in Chennai in September 2024. Since Cheteshwar Pujara vacated the slot in June 2023, 11 batters were tried without success in 20 games. Padikkals century was built on contrasting footwork patterns - he managed 40 off 76 balls on the front foot at a strike rate of 52.63 with four boundaries. But it was his backfoot play that defined the innings, yielding 82 runs off 95 balls at a strike rate of 86.31 with eight fours. He added another nine runs off seven deliveries while stepping down the track, including a lone six, which highlights how his dominance came from commanding the back foot while mixing in bursts of aggression when advancing. Relief was evident in the Indian dressing room, as head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar lauded his century. Padikkal remained on the fringes for a long time and had B Sai Sudharsan been fit for the series, he would have spent time on the bench again. But with his sparkling century, India have found a batter capable of holding the onedrop role from a long-term perspective in him. In the morning, Jaiswal appeared in sublime touch by getting boundaries via flicks, on-drive and cut whenever Asitha Fernando and Lahiru Kumara erred in their lengths. Sri Lanka introduced spin as early as the ninth over through debutant off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha. His opening over was marked by a scary incident when short-leg fielder Nishan Madushka was struck flush on his helmet by a powerful pull shot from Rahul, forcing him to leave the field for further medical evaluation. India had moved to 47 without loss in the 11th over when a chaotic mix-up brought an unfortunate end to Jaiswal's stay at the crease. Rahul drove a flighted delivery from Nuwantha towards mid-on and took off for a single. Jaiswal, attempting to run from the non-strikers end, collided with Nuwantha, who was diving to stop the ball. Jaiswal lost his balance and fell, even as Rahul ran to complete a run. However, Jaiswal got back up and then abruptly turned back, resulting in both batters scrambling to be at the same end. Rahul grounded his bat first, and when keeper Niroshan Dickwella removed the bails, Jaiswal had to go back to the pavilion. Padikkal, high on confidence after hitting an unbeaten 142 in the warm-up game, immediately asserted control over the Sri Lankan spinners by hammering Nuwantha for four, and later launched left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya over long-on for a maximum in the 14th over. Even as Padikkal hit bad balls for boundaries, Rahul also loosened up as he danced down the track to loft Jayasuriya for a straight six before cutting him past point for four and bringing up India's hundred in the 26th over. At the lunch break, Padikkal and Rahuls unbroken second-wicket partnership stood at 54 runs, as rain arrived. The rain interruption lasted 80 minutes before Jayasuriya and Fernando resumed proceedings. Padikkal picked up the scoring rate comfortably after the restart and brought up his half-century off 81 balls with a cut to deep backward point. He continued to manipulate the field effectively, and used the depth of his crease to punch Jayasuriya through extra cover for four, before driving Sonal Dinusha through the off-side for another boundary. Rahul adopted a more patient approach, though he capitalised on loose deliveries. In the 43rd over, Rahul pushed off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha to long-on for a single to get his 21st Test half-century. With Padikkal and Rahul being steady, Sri Lanka struggled to generate clear-cut opportunities on a slowing surface. Their best chance came in the 47th over when Padikkal edged Nuwantha, but the ball dropped just short of the slip fielder's diving reach. Rahul battled fatigue and forearm cramps late in the session, and even received treatment from the physio after the 51st over. He recovered to drill Nuwantha down the ground for four in the final over before tea, which stretched the second-wicket stand to 150 runs - 96 of which came in the second session. In the final session, with Rahul retiring hurt due to severe cramps, Padikkal accelerated smoothly alongside Gill. Facing Kumara, Padikkal collected consecutive boundaries before driving Nuwantha to mid-off in the 57th over to get his Test century in 134 balls and become the first left-handed batter since Sourav Ganguly in 2002 to score a Test hundred at number three for India. Sri Lanka secured their sole breakthrough of the session when Jayasuriya induced an error from Gill, who, after hitting two elegant boundaries, stepped down the pitch to loft a flighted delivery, but sliced it to mid-off for 16. Pant, after taking his time, immediately took an aggressive stance against the hosts' spinners in an interesting duel. He launched Jayasuriya over wide long-on for six and slogged a four before lofting and pulling Nuwantha for two fours as he forged an unbeaten 52-run third-wicket partnership with Padikkal. Brief rain interruptions halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Padikkal in particular executed a fine sweep against Nuwantha and pulled de Silva through mid-wicket to finish undefeated on day one. Bad light ultimately forced the umpires to end the play early, with 17 overs remaining. India will resume their innings on day two by targeting a total well past 500, with play scheduled to start 15 minutes early at 9:45 am local time. He launched Jayasuriya over wide long-on for six and slogged a four before lofting and pulling Nuwantha for two fours as he forged an unbeaten 52-run third-wicket partnership with Padikkal. Brief rain interruptions halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 288/2 in 73 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 131 not out, KL Rahul 77 retired hurt; Prabath Jayasuriya 1-77) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS

Devdutt Padikkal's dominating century, KL Rahul's impactful knock help India establish authority vs Sri Lanka

Devdutt Padikkal marked his return to Indias Test side with a superb unbeaten 131 as India finished a rain-interrupted opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka on 288 for 4 in Galle. Notably,...

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India's Devdutt Padikkal struck his maiden Test hundred to underline his credentials for the number three slot and propelled the tourists to a commanding 288-2 in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday.

1st Test: Padikkal's Maiden Test Century Helps India Dominate Proceedings Against Sri Lanka

Galle International Stadium: Playing in Tests for the first time since November 2024, Devdutt Padikkal hit his maiden Test century as India dominated Sri Lanka, reaching 288/2 in 73 overs at stumps after bad light and rain brought an early close to the opening day of the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Saturday. Having opted to bat first after winning the toss in their 600th Test, India were given a fluent start by their opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal (32) and vice-captain KL Rahul, who retired hurt on 77 in the final session due to cramps. But Padikkal looked the part to get a big score nailing his shots, especially off the back foot. He used his crease well and showcased great footwork, as well as ran hard for his ones and twos, to hit 131 not out off 178 balls, laced with 12 fours and a six. With Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 27 off 36 balls, Padikkal and India are poised to get a mammoth total in the first innings. It also helped that Sri Lanka were never consistent in their lines and lengths. Resuming in the final session after Rahul retired hurt due to severe body cramps, Padikkal accelerated smoothly alongside captain Shubman Gill. Facing pacer Lahiru Kumara, Padikkal collected consecutive boundaries before driving Keshara Nuwantha to mid-off in the 57th over to get his century in 134 balls. Padikkal became the first left-handed batter since Sourav Ganguly in 2002 to score a Test hundred at number three for India, and took full advantage of his inclusion in place of the injured Sai Sudharsan. Its also the first century hit by an Indian batter at number three since Gill hit one against Bangladesh in Chennai in September 2024. Sri Lanka secured their sole breakthrough of the session when left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya induced an error from Gill, who, after hitting two elegant boundaries, stepped down the pitch to loft a flighted delivery, but sliced to mid-off for 16. Rishabh Pant immediately took an aggressive stance against the hosts' spinners after taking his time, he launched Jayasuriya over wide long-on for six and a slogged four before lofting and pulling Keshara Nuwantha for two fours as he forged an unbeaten 52-run third-wicket partnership with Padikkal. A short rain interruption halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Padikkal in particular executed fine sweeps against Nuwantha and pulled Dhananjaya de Silva through mid-wicket to finish undefeated on 131 off 178 balls. Bad light ultimately forced the umpires to end the days play early, with 17 overs remaining. India will resume their innings on day two targeting a total well past 500, with play scheduled to start 15 minutes early at 9:45 am local time. A short rain interruption halted play for 20 minutes, but the batters returned to punish Sri Lanka's erratic bowling lines. Padikkal in particular executed fine sweeps against Nuwantha and pulled Dhananjaya de Silva through mid-wicket to finish undefeated on 131 off 178 balls. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 288/2 in 73 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 131 not out, KL Rahul 77 retired hurt; Prabath Jayasuriya 1-77) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS

Padikkal's maiden century leads India's dominance

The new No. 3 scores an unbeaten 131 while Rahul retired hurt on 77 as India ended the rain-hit day with 288 for 2

1st Test: Devdutt Padikkal''s Maiden Ton Takes India To 288/2 vs Sri Lanka On Day 1

Devdutt Padikkal made a memorable return to Test cricket with a marvellous unbeaten 131, helping India construct a commanding 288 for two against Sri Lanka at stumps on the opening day of the first match.

Following Asia Cup Call-up, Pratika Rawal To Miss One-Day Cup Stint With Warwickshire

Following Asia Cup: Top-order batter Pratika Rawal will miss her planned domestic stint with Warwickshire in the One-Day Cup in England after earning a maiden T20I call-up to Indias squad for the upcoming ACC Womens Asia Cup. Pratika was named by the Amita Sharma-led Womens Selection Committee as a replacement for star batter Jemimah Rodrigues, who has been ruled out of both the Asia Cup in the UAE and the Asian Games in Japan due to a high-grade right hamstring tear. The maiden T20I call-up Pratika, 25, who was scheduled to join Warwickshire on August 19 for the remainder of the season, will no longer travel to Edgbaston. Warwickshire womens head coach Ali Maiden expressed disappointment at losing Pratikas services, while wishing her success on national duty. We were really looking forward to welcoming Pratika into our squad for the remainder of the season, and were incredibly disappointed to lose her. That being said, weve still got a lot to play for in the remaining weeks of the season, and were confident in the squad we have at our disposal. Playing for your country is the ultimate honour, and we wish Pratika well in the Asia Cup, he said in a statement on Saturday. The maiden T20I call-up Pratika, 25, who was scheduled to join Warwickshire on August 19 for the remainder of the season, will no longer travel to Edgbaston. Warwickshire womens head coach Ali Maiden expressed disappointment at losing Pratikas services, while wishing her success on national duty. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India will also face Hong Kong and China on September 3, before the marquee clash against arch-rivals Pakistan takes place on September 5. All matches of the tournament will be played at the Dubai International Stadium, as the UAE plays host to the tournament for the first time. The semi-finals will be held on September 10 and 11, with the final to be played on September 13. Article Source: IANS

TRT-W vs SUL-W: Match Final, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

TRT-W vs SUL-W Match Final, Cricket Tips :The Hundred Women's 2026 has come to its end, and the grand final is scheduled to take place on Sunday. The defending champion Sunrisers Leeds have made it to the final. They will face Trent Rockets Women on Sunday at Lord's Cricket Ground in London at 6:45 PM IST. The Leeds will look to make it two in two and become only the second team to do so after Oval Invincibles. Trent Rockets have not made it to the final in five seasons, and this is their first time. Will their wait to lift the title end this Sunday? TRT-W vs SUL-W: Match Details Date : August 16, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 6:45 PM IST Venue : Lord's Cricket Ground, London TRT-W vs SUL-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of the final of the Hundred Men's 2026 will be available on the Star Sports networks. Fans can watch the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website. TRT-W vs SUL-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Trent Rockets : 2 Sunrisers Leeds : 3 No-result : 0 TRT-W vs SUL-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket at Lord's Cricket Ground is good for bowling. The surface has grass, which allows the ball to swing and move at a good pace and bounce. This wicket will get better to bat with time, whereas spinners will not get much support. The average score here is between 135 and 145. TRT-W vs SUL-W: Possible XIs Trent Rockets Women : Sophia Dunkley, Beth Mooney (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Sophie Luff, Bess Heath, Georgia Adams, Georgia Elwiss, Kim Garth, Charley Phillips, Samantha Bates Sunrisers Leeds Women : Bryony Smith, Phoebe Litchfield, Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk), Annabel Sutherland, Danielle Gibson (c), Jess Jonassen, Deepti Sharma, Darcey Carter, Kate Cross, Cassidy McCarthy, Hannah Baker TRT-W vs SUL-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield are two batters who have performed in the finals of World Cups. They can perform under pressure, which will be a key here. Probable Best Bowler Kim Garth and Kate Cross will have big responsibilities on their shoulders. They will be the ones to watch out for. Today Match Prediction : Sunrisers Leeds have the experience of winning the final, which can come in handy here. Hence, we predict Sunrisers Leeds Women will win this game. TRT-W vs SUL-W Match Final, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match TRT-W vs SUL-W, TRT-W vs SUL-W Prediction, TRT-W vs SUL-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for TRT-W vs SUL-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.

Padikkal Joins Kohli in Historic Independence Day Ton

Indian batter Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century against Sri Lanka in Galle, becoming the second Indian, and first Test centurion, to achieve this feat on Independence Day, joining Virat Kohli in an elite list.