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'Important to keep the standards high': Harmanpreet salutes India after Pakistan rout

India secured a dominant seven-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in an inconsequential Women's Asia Cup T20 match.

Shafali Verma becomes youngest and fastest cricketer to achieve stunning feat in clash against Pakistan

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Womens Asia Cup: 'I Want To Do More For My Country,' Says Charani After Three-for Against Pakistan

Dubai International Stadium: Top-ranked T20I bowler N. Sree Charani said her primary drive remains to do more for her country after delivering a match-winning spell of 3-7 in her side's dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan at the Womens Asia Cup on Saturday. Left-arm spinner Charani claimed 3-7 to help skittle Pakistan out for a paltry 55 in 18.1 overs, before India comfortably chased down the target in 8.4 overs at the Dubai International Stadium. Its (a) great feeling to contribute (to) my team. Just wanted to bowl to my strength and according to the field. I just try to give more revs on the ball, so that helps me every time, she said at the conclusion of the game. She also spoke about remaining focused on collective success as she nears a major personal milestone of 50 T20I wickets. I think (its) normal, like every day. But it will be special, but yeah, I need to continue and want to do more for my country. I want to keep going with my good work, added Charani. Its (a) great feeling to contribute (to) my team. Just wanted to bowl to my strength and according to the field. I just try to give more revs on the ball, so that helps me every time, she said at the conclusion of the game. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Fatima mounted a spirited personal fightback with the ball, taking 3-17 in the powerplay to reduce India to 29-3, though she derived little satisfaction from the effort. But still, we lost the match; it doesnt matter. We needed a win, so it doesn't matter. We will try to play good cricket there (against Hong Kong China on Monday), and in the last match we will try to win and (progress) to the finals (knockouts). Article Source: IANS

Womens Asia Cup: 'All The Bowlers Were Outstanding,' Says Harmanpreet After Brushing Aside Pakistan

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur: Captain Harmanpreet Kaur praised her team's relentless approach and the bowlers' outstanding show after India brushed aside Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women's T20 Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday. Chasing a paltry target of 56, after their spin attack led by three-fors from N. Sree Charani and Prema Rawat skittled out Pakistan for 55 at the Dubai International Stadium, India completed the chase in 8.4 overs. The clinical performance marked India's fifth consecutive T20I victory over Pakistan and secured their top spot in Group A with three straight wins. Very important game for us, and really happy (with) the way the entire team performed today, because we talk about being ruthless, and I'm really happy (with) the way we performed, Harmanpreet said after the match ended. India's spinners dominated the opening innings on a fresh pitch offering turn; Pakistan lost six wickets for just eight runs after being 27/0 at one point. All the bowlers, they were outstanding. They are sticking to their plans and bowling according to their plans and reading the pitch really well. I think that is the key: understanding the pitch and then executing your plans accordingly. Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana provided brief resistance with the ball, picking up 3-17 to reduce India to 29/3. However, Harmanpreet and Deepti Sharma took India home without any further loss. I think it's part of the game. They also bowled a few good balls, and I think the important (thing) was just being there, just keep batting and finish the game as soon as possible, said Harmanpreet. The match also marked Harmanpreet's 150th T20I appearance as India captain, a milestone she celebrated by hitting the match-winning six over long-on. I'm grateful. I never thought I'd come that far, but all the people behind me who've been supporting me, I'm really grateful, and hopefully I'll keep getting the support, because I think without support I'm nothing. And yeah, I'm grateful, and the entire team, support staff, they've been outstanding. So yeah, I mean many more to come hopefully. Let's keep continuing the good work, she added. I'm grateful. I never thought I'd come that far, but all the people behind me who've been supporting me, I'm really grateful, and hopefully I'll keep getting the support, because I think without support I'm nothing. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We know what this team brings when we go to the field, and I think I'm really happy (with) the way everybody is coming up and showing up good performances, and now another two games, hopefully we'll keep playing our best cricket. Article Source: IANS

Shafali Verma Creates History During India-Pakistan Clash, Sets New World Record

Star India opener Shafali Verma entered the record books on Saturday, becoming the fastest and youngest player to reach 3,000 runs in Women's T20 Internationals.

Very Important To Keep Standards High: Harmanpreet Kaur After India's Big Win Over Pakistan

Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur couldn't be happier that her team was clinical and ruthless in equal measure in its seven-wicket win over arch-rivals Pakistan in an inconsequential group league match of the Women's Asia Cup.

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Womens Asia Cup: India Earn Seven-wicket Win Over Pakistan Despite Fatimas Three-for

T20 Asia Cup: Powered by three-fors from N. Sree Charani and Prema Rawat, India produced a dominant all-round display to secure a convincing seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the 2026 Womens T20 Asia Cup on Saturday by chasing down 56 in just 8.4 overs at the Dubai International Stadium. The one-sided victory achieved with 68 balls remaining marked India's fifth consecutive T20I win over Pakistan, as Harmanpreet Kaur-led side maintained their unbeaten start to the continental event. Even as India and their fans rejoiced at the victory achieved via a relentless bowling masterclass from their spin quarter, Pakistan were left to rue another dismal performance with the bat after being bundled out for 55 their lowest total in Womens T20Is. Shafali Verma set an explosive tone for the paltry chase by launching the very first delivery from Sadia Iqbal over long-off for a six. Shafali also became the youngest batter to reach 3,000 runs in womens T20Is at 22 years and 220 days, as well as the fastest in terms of balls faced (2,182). Pakistan captain Fatima Sana mounted a spirited fightback when she removed Shafali (12) by extracting a soft leading edge, completed via a caught-and-bowled dismissal, before getting Pratika Rawal (4) caught behind. Fatima struck again in her second over by trapping Smriti Mandhana lbw after the opener hit her for a boundary, leaving India at 29/3 in the fourth over. The three-wicket burst made Fatima just the fourth bowler from a full-member nation to take three wickets in the powerplay overs of a womens T20I twice in her career. However, captain Harmanpreet, playing in her landmark 150th T20I game as the sides skipper, and Deepti Sharma steadied the chase without further alarm. The duo took their time before Deepti released the pressure in the seventh over by stepping out to loft left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu over mid-wicket for four. Harmanpreet and Deepti carefully negotiated the remaining runs, using soft hands and quick running to keep the scoreboard ticking. Harmanpreet capped off the win in style in the ninth over - after surviving a chance that just evaded an outstretched Fatima at mid-on for four, she stepped down the pitch to loft Nashra Sandhu cleanly over long-on for a six, as India signed off from the league stage with a hat-trick of wins. However, captain Harmanpreet, playing in her landmark 150th T20I game as the sides skipper, and Deepti Sharma steadied the chase without further alarm. The duo took their time before Deepti released the pressure in the seventh over by stepping out to loft left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu over mid-wicket for four. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Pakistan 55 all out in 18.1 overs (Shawaal Zulfiqar 14, Muneeba Ali 13; N Sree Charani 3-7, Prema Rawat 3-9) lost to India 57/3 in 8.4 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 18 not out, Shafali Verma 12; Fatima Sana 3-170 by seven wickets Article Source: IANS

Women's Asia Cup: India Women Crush Pakistan In Dubai

Shree Charani and Prema Rawat wreaked havoc with the ball as a dominant India trounced Pakistan by seven wickets in a one-sided match in the Women's Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday.

Womens Asia Cup T20: Spinners headline Indias crushing 7-wicket win vs Pakistan

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India hammer Pakistan in Asia Cup, register seven-wicket win after bundling them for 55 runs

India decimated Pakistan in their marquee clash in the ongoing Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side registered a comfortable seven-wicket win in the middle and, with that, moved...

Historic! Harmanpreet first captain to lead in 150 T20Is

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55 All Out: Pakistan Suffer Nightmare As India's Spinners Take Control

Left-arm spinner Shree Charani was the star performer, returning brilliant figures of 3 for 7, with able support from young leg-spinner Prema Rawat, as India dismantled Pakistan for a paltry 55 in 18.1 overs

India Brings Pakistan to Its Knees, Bowls Them Out for Historic 55 in Women

Pakistan endured a night to forget against India in the Women's Asia Cup as their batting line-up completely collapsed, leaving them with their lowest-ever total in women's T20I cricket. India dismissed Pakistan for just 55 runs in 18.1 overs

Womens Asia Cup: Charani, Prema Pick Three Each As India Bowl Out Pakistan For Just 55

Dubai International Stadium: Left-arm spinner N Sree Charani and leg-spin bowling all-rounder Prema Rawat claimed three wickets apiece as India skittled out Pakistan for a paltry 55 in 18.1 overs, their lowest total in Womens T20Is, in the Womens Asia Cup Group A at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on Saturday. On a pitch offering grip and sharp turn, as well as swing for the pacers, Charani, Prema, Deepti Sharma, and Shafali Verma proved to be unplayable, as the relentless spin quarter consistently deceived the Pakistani batters with flight and forced them to perish by playing loose, off-side strokes outside their reach. India are now overwhelming favourites to knock off the required 56 runs in quick time and sign off from the league stage as the lone unbeaten side in Group A. For Pakistan, barring openers Shawaal Zulfiqar and Muneeba Ali, none of the batters reached double figures, as they went from 27/0 to 55/6, making the contest a one-sided affair yet again. Electing to bat first, a decision which surprised many, Pakistans openers were scratchy from the outset. Kranti Gauds opening delivery seamed away to beat Muneeba's outside edge, before Shawaal struck consecutive boundaries off her and Nandni Sharma. Muneeba survived two early dropped chances, both off Pratika Rawal, before off-spinner Shafali provided the breakthrough by castling her for 13. The wicket triggered a collapse as top-ranked T20I bowler Charani struck twice in the final powerplay over, removing Gull Feroza for a duck and trapping Shawaal lbw for 14. Charani then picked up her third scalp by having Ayesha Zafar caught at mid-on by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, playing her 150th game as Indias captain. Rawat then joined the wicket-takers party by castling Sadaf Shamas, before Deepti Sharma trapped Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana lbw for a duck. Eyman Fatima provided brief resistance by hitting the innings' final boundary off Prema, but a tragic mix-up with Umm-e-Hani saw her run out for five. Prema came back to dismiss Umm-e-Hani with a top-edged sweep to short fine leg, before catching Nashra Sandhu off her own bowling to finish with figures of 3-9. Charani picked 3-7 from her four overs, thus maintaining her rich vein of form. By extracting sharp turn, consistent drift, and maintaining impeccable control of length, Charani was at the peak of her power, as Pakistans attempts to attack her ended in abject failure, with lobbed catches to the infield. Deepti wrapped up the innings in the 19th over by deceiving Tuba Hassan (9) in flight, as wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh completed a sharp stumping in a solid day of wicketkeeping, as Pakistan completely unravelled after showing early intent against Indias disciplined spinners. By extracting sharp turn, consistent drift, and maintaining impeccable control of length, Charani was at the peak of her power, as Pakistans attempts to attack her ended in abject failure, with lobbed catches to the infield. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Pakistan 55 all out in 18.1 overs (Shawaal Zulfiqar 14, Muneeba Ali 13; N Sree Charani 3-7, Prema Rawat 3-9) against India Article Source: IANS

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Womens Asia Cup 2026 : Muzumdar Hails Harmanpreet On Landmark 150th T20I As Captain

Asia Cup T20: India head coach Amol Muzumdar lauded captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Saturday after she became the first cricketer, in both mens and womens international cricket, to lead her country in 150 T20 international games. Harmanpreet reached the historic milestone during India's ongoing 2026 Women's Asia Cup Group A match against Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium, further cementing her legacy in the shortest format of the game. One thing I have been told is that it is the 150th T20 international for Harman as a captain, the most by anybody. Its the most by anybody, whether it is men's cricket or women's cricket. Well done, Harman. Congrats, Muzumdar said in a video shared on the BCCI's social media channels. The achievement puts Harmanpreet, 37, well ahead of her international peers. Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu is second on the all-time list with 121 matches as captain, followed by Rwandas Marie Bimenyimana with 101 games. By contrast, Namibia's Gerhard Erasmus leads the men's T20I captaincy list with 91 matches, followed by Rwandas Cletus Rubagumya on 90 and Pakistans Babar Azam on 85. Former India skipper MS Dhoni holds the Indian men's record with 72 T20Is as captain. Across her captaincy tenure, Harmanpreet has guided India to 86 victories in T20Is against 57 losses, a win percentage rate exceeding 60 percent. She has captained the India team to three Asia Cup titles in 2012, 2016, and 2022, as well as to silver medal and gold medal wins in the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games respectively. By contrast, Namibia's Gerhard Erasmus leads the men's T20I captaincy list with 91 matches, followed by Rwandas Cletus Rubagumya on 90 and Pakistans Babar Azam on 85. Former India skipper MS Dhoni holds the Indian men's record with 72 T20Is as captain. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Great achievement. But the key is to keep enjoying yourself on the field, and that is key. I try to keep up with that, Harmanpreet had said when asked about leading India for the 150th time in T20Is at toss time. Article Source: IANS

Pakistan register their lowest-ever T20I score as India bundle them for 55 runs in Asia Cup

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Women's Asia Cup: No handshake again between India and Pakistan

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Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana won the toss and opted to bat first against India in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash in Dubai on Saturday.

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Dubai, Sep 5 (IANS) India and Pakistan continued their strict no-handshake protocol in the 2026 Women's Asia Cup clash at the Dubai International on Saturday, with captains Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana avoiding the traditional pre-match greeting at toss time. When former Sri Lanka player Farveez Maharoof called Fatima to speak after she won the toss, there was no handshake between her and India captain Harmanpreet Kaur. After the toss proceedings were over, the handshake didnt happen at all. It follows a policy adopted by Indian cricket teams across senior, age-group, and women's teams games following diplomatic tensions between the two nations since April 2025. Speaking ahead of the start of the tournament, India head coach Amol Muzumdar had brushed aside queries regarding the no-handshake protocol. Look, we try to play the best cricket on the ground and off the field stuff, we don't focus on it. We try to play the best cricket that we know on that particular day and we will speak about this when we play that game. But at the moment, we are focusing on tomorrow's game. One game at a time, Muzumdar had said at that time. The decision to avoid formal pleasantries traces back to September 2025 during the Men's Asia Cup held in the UAE, when the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian side avoided handshakes with Salman Ali Agha's team across all three encounters, including during the tournament final in Dubai. Since then, Indian teams have consistently maintained their no handshake stance. The Indian women's team followed the policy during their Women's ODI World Cup fixture against Pakistan in Colombo in October 2025, while similar scenes occurred at the Men's Rising Stars Asia Cup in November 2025. The pattern extended through the Under-19 Asia Cup in December 2025, as well as the Under-19 World Cup and the Men's T20 World Cup in February 2026. Most recently, in June 2026, Harmanpreet's team opted against shaking hands with Pakistani players during their Women's T20 World Cup meeting in Birmingham in June. In a pre-tournament press conference in Dubai, Harmanpreet refrained from offering a definitive answer when asked if the protocol would remain active for the latest installment of the rivalry. But Saturday's toss confirmed that the no handshake stance remains firmly in place.

Womens Asia Cup 2026 : Both Teams Unchanged As Pakistan Elect To Bat First Against India

Dubai International Stadium: Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the Group A clash of the 2026 Womens Asia Cup at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday. Both teams are unchanged from their respective last clashes in the continental event. India have won nine of their last 10 T20Is against Pakistan, whose only recent victory against the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side came during the 2022 Asia Cup. Harmanpreet's side has already booked a place in the semifinals after winning their matches against Thailand and Hong Kong-China. Harmanpreet has also become the first player in international cricket, male or female, to lead her side in 150 T20Is. Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu trails Harmanpreet on the all-time list for most T20Is as captain with 121 matches. Definitely happy to be chasing. Our bowling is doing great in this tournament, and it's good getting the opportunity to bowl first. I think while batting it's always about giving ourselves some time and then going for your shots, and I think the first two games we did really well in that department, and hopefully we'll continue. Great achievement (to play 150th T20I game as captain). But the key is to keep enjoying yourself on the field, and that is a key; I try to keep up with that. We will try to restrict them to a small total, so that we don't feel any pressure while chasing, she said. Pakistan, who opened their campaign with a victory over Thailand, need a strong performance ahead of their final group-stage fixture against Hong Kong-China to ensure progress to the last four stage. We're gonna bat first because we want to put a maximum total here. Because we know we have a good bowling side, so we will try to restrict them. We had a good chat with the team, and we just want to play according to the pitch. Playing XIs: We're gonna bat first because we want to put a maximum total here. Because we know we have a good bowling side, so we will try to restrict them. We had a good chat with the team, and we just want to play according to the pitch. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Pakistan: Muneeba Ali (wk), Shawaal Zulfiqar, Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Sadaf Shamas, Fatima Sana (captain), Umm-e-Hani, Eyman Fatima, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, and Sadia Iqbal Article Source: IANS

Womens Asia Cup: Both teams unchanged as Pakistan elect to bat first against India

Dubai, Sep 5 (IANS) Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the Group A clash of the 2026 Womens Asia Cup at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday. Both teams are unchanged from their respective last clashes in the continental event. India have won nine of their last 10 T20Is against Pakistan, whose only recent victory against the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side came during the 2022 Asia Cup. Harmanpreet's side has already booked a place in the semifinals after winning their matches against Thailand and Hong Kong-China. Harmanpreet has also become the first player in international cricket, male or female, to lead her side in 150 T20Is. Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu trails Harmanpreet on the all-time list for most T20Is as captain with 121 matches. Definitely happy to be chasing. Our bowling is doing great in this tournament, and it's good getting the opportunity to bowl first. I think while batting it's always about giving ourselves some time and then going for your shots, and I think the first two games we did really well in that department, and hopefully we'll continue. Great achievement (to play 150th T20I game as captain). But the key is to keep enjoying yourself on the field, and that is a key; I try to keep up with that. We will try to restrict them to a small total, so that we don't feel any pressure while chasing, she said. Pakistan, who opened their campaign with a victory over Thailand, need a strong performance ahead of their final group-stage fixture against Hong Kong-China to ensure progress to the last four stage. We're gonna bat first because we want to put a maximum total here. Because we know we have a good bowling side, so we will try to restrict them. We had a good chat with the team, and we just want to play according to the pitch. Playing XIs: India: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Bharti Fulmali, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Nandani Sharma, Sree Charani, and Kranti Gaud Pakistan: Muneeba Ali (wk), Shawaal Zulfiqar, Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Sadaf Shamas, Fatima Sana (captain), Umm-e-Hani, Eyman Fatima, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, and Sadia Iqbal

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Cricket Alan Coleman: Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will leave the county at the end of the 2026 season to recommit to South Africa in a bid to pursue his international cricket ambitions, the club announced on Saturday. Left-handed batter Du Plooy's original contract was set to run till 2027 as a local player, but his switch back to South Africa, the country of his birth, renders him an overseas player and invalidates the existing deal. I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at Middlesex for the incredible support Ive received during my time at the club, both as a player and as captain. My time at Middlesex has meant a huge amount to me, and Im incredibly grateful for the opportunities, friendships, memories and experiences Ive had along the way. It has been a real privilege to represent the club and, in particular, to have had the honour of captaining Middlesex. The decision to leave was an extremely difficult one and certainly not something I have taken lightly. Ultimately, an opportunity has arisen for me to explore the possibility of representing South Africa, and I feel that I owe it to myself to see where that opportunity might lead, said Du Plooy in a statement by the club. Du Plooy, 31, joined Middlesex from Derbyshire ahead of the 2024 season. He has since scored 2,795 runs in 38 first-class appearances at an average of 51.75, including seven centuries and a career-best 263 not out against Gloucestershire at Lord's in 2025. He assumed the club captaincy in June 2025 and was awarded his county cap in May 2026. It is something I have always dreamed of, but I also understand what an incredible privilege it would be to actually play for my country. I want to make it clear how grateful I am to Middlesex for the way the club has supported me throughout this process. I have been fortunate to have had such a strong relationship with the club, and the understanding and support shown in helping me make this decision has meant a great deal. I will always be incredibly proud of my time at Middlesex. The club will always hold a very special place in my heart, and Im hugely thankful to everyone who has played a part in my journey, added Du Plooy. Middlesex Director of Cricket Alan Coleman expressed disappointment over his departure, even as he backed the batter to chase his international cricket goals. We are naturally disappointed that Leus will be leaving Middlesex at the end of this season, but are happy to support his decision to further his international aspirations. I will always be incredibly proud of my time at Middlesex. The club will always hold a very special place in my heart, and Im hugely thankful to everyone who has played a part in my journey, added Du Plooy. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Leus has given his all in a Middlesex shirt, and we thank him for all he has done for the Club in his time here. He will always be welcome back here at Middlesex as an overseas player. To average over 50 in First Class cricket for the club marks him down as one of our finest performers in this format, he added. Article Source: IANS

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Du Plooy to leave Middlesex at end of season to pursue South Africa ambitions

London, Sep 5 (IANS) Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will leave the county at the end of the 2026 season to recommit to South Africa in a bid to pursue his international cricket ambitions, the club announced on Saturday. Left-handed batter Du Plooy's original contract was set to run till 2027 as a local player, but his switch back to South Africa, the country of his birth, renders him an overseas player and invalidates the existing deal. I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at Middlesex for the incredible support Ive received during my time at the club, both as a player and as captain. My time at Middlesex has meant a huge amount to me, and Im incredibly grateful for the opportunities, friendships, memories and experiences Ive had along the way. It has been a real privilege to represent the club and, in particular, to have had the honour of captaining Middlesex. The decision to leave was an extremely difficult one and certainly not something I have taken lightly. Ultimately, an opportunity has arisen for me to explore the possibility of representing South Africa, and I feel that I owe it to myself to see where that opportunity might lead, said Du Plooy in a statement by the club. Du Plooy, 31, joined Middlesex from Derbyshire ahead of the 2024 season. He has since scored 2,795 runs in 38 first-class appearances at an average of 51.75, including seven centuries and a career-best 263 not out against Gloucestershire at Lord's in 2025. He assumed the club captaincy in June 2025 and was awarded his county cap in May 2026. It is something I have always dreamed of, but I also understand what an incredible privilege it would be to actually play for my country. I want to make it clear how grateful I am to Middlesex for the way the club has supported me throughout this process. I have been fortunate to have had such a strong relationship with the club, and the understanding and support shown in helping me make this decision has meant a great deal. I will always be incredibly proud of my time at Middlesex. The club will always hold a very special place in my heart, and Im hugely thankful to everyone who has played a part in my journey, added Du Plooy. Middlesex Director of Cricket Alan Coleman expressed disappointment over his departure, even as he backed the batter to chase his international cricket goals. We are naturally disappointed that Leus will be leaving Middlesex at the end of this season, but are happy to support his decision to further his international aspirations. He is an ambitious individual who has always made clear his intention to play international cricket. He feels this is the best decision for him to achieve this, and we wish him all the very best of luck in the future. Leus has given his all in a Middlesex shirt, and we thank him for all he has done for the Club in his time here. He will always be welcome back here at Middlesex as an overseas player. To average over 50 in First Class cricket for the club marks him down as one of our finest performers in this format, he added.

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CAB President Sourav Ganguly: The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) felicitated India fast bowler Mohammed Shami ahead of his 100th First-class game as the veteran gears up to feature in the Duleep Trophy final for East Zone from Sunday onwards at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. CAB treasurer Sanjay Das presented Shami with a special No.100 jersey, which was signed by CAB President and former India captain Sourav Ganguly. He was also presented with a signed ball from Ganguly and a silver plaque, as the veteran also sliced the cake to mark the celebrations for the milestone. In the Duleep Trophy final at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, Mohammed Shami will be playing his milestone 100th first-class match, CAB wrote in a caption to pictures from the ceremony. To mark this special occasion, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) Treasurer Sanjay Das, on behalf of CAB President Sourav Ganguly, felicitated the veteran fast bowler in Chennai on Saturday. Das presented Shami with a special No.100 Bengal jersey signed by Ganguly, a special ball signed by the former India captain, along with a silver plaque, the board added. Meanwhile, Shami was also handed a jersey signed by his East Zone teammates as captain Ishan Kishan, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Mukesh Kumar were pictured with the 36-year-old speedster. All of the East Zone team members also received a sweet box, which had a message from Ganguly. You dont play finals to participate; you play them to win. Play aggressive, play for each other, and make the East Zone proud. Bring the Duleep Trophy home, boys! Best of Luck, the message, as quoted by the CAB, read. Earlier in the day, East captain Ishan hailed Shami's motivation and hunger and emphasised that he still harbours a dream of an India return. I feel age is just a number, Ishan said on the eve of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. If he is working hard, it doesn't matter - he has been doing so well. Having him in our team gives us a bit more confidence, when you have such bowlers in your team who can get you wickets and especially looking at Shami bhai this season, his intensity, his energy have been very different. Earlier in the day, East captain Ishan hailed Shami's motivation and hunger and emphasised that he still harbours a dream of an India return. I feel age is just a number, Ishan said on the eve of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I think he has that hunger and that motivation right now. He wants to do that comeback; he wants to be part of the Indian squad again, and which you can see in him, when he is trying to help me, also when I'm leading the side... he is trying to come to me, give me options of what you can do right now, he added. Article Source: IANS

This Is Why Sanju Samson Could Miss Out On 2027 ODI World Cup

Former India batter Wasim Jaffer has expressed doubts about Sanju Samson's suitability as a backup opener for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, citing consistency issues in ODI cricket.

UP T20: Bhuvneshwar's Lucknow Falcons Set To Take On Rinku-led Meerut Mavericks In Final

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: The Lucknow Falcons are set to take on Meerut Mavericks in the grand finale of the UP T20 League, to be played at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The title clash pits prominent Indian internationals against each other, as Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads the Lucknow Falcons against Rinku Singhs Meerut Mavericks. The Meerut Mavericks have achieved the remarkable feat of qualifying for the final in all four seasons and are seeking their second title, while the Lucknow Falcons have entered their maiden final, and are aiming to lift the trophy for the first time in front of their home crowd. The Lucknow Falcons enter the final on a seven-match unbeaten streak, marking an impressive turnaround after a difficult start to the tournament where they lost three of their opening four matches. The Falcons rebounded by winning five of their subsequent six league games (with one game washed out) to finish second in the standings with 13 points. They booked their place directly in the final with a convincing win over Meerut in Qualifier 1, anchored by a decisive spell of 4-10 from captain Bhuvneshwar. The Falcons campaign has been bolstered by consistent batting performances from Ajeet Verma and Mohammad Saif, who have compiled 263 and 233 runs, respectively. Leg-spin bowling all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has delivered in crucial moments down the order, maintaining a strike rate close to 160 alongside taking 11 wickets. The bowling unit remains their primary strength, led economically by Bhuvneshwar (13 wickets at an economy rate under 6) and fellow pacer Abhinandan Singh, who sits second in the Purple Cap standings with 21 wickets. Meanwhile, the Mavericks established their authority early in the season by registering seven consecutive victories, eventually securing top spot on the points table with 15 points. Despite enduring a late-season dip, comprising a washout, two consecutive league defeats, and a loss in Qualifier 1, the Mavericks demonstrated their pedigree by defeating the Noida Kings by six wickets in Qualifier 2 to maintain their unblemished record of reaching every UP T20 League final. Meeruts batting lineup features the tournament's most explosive performers. Opener Swastik Chikara has accumulated 308 runs at a strike rate of 166.49, while captain Rinku has provided reliable finishing power with 240 runs at a tournament-high strike rate of 171. Despite enduring a late-season dip, comprising a washout, two consecutive league defeats, and a loss in Qualifier 1, the Mavericks demonstrated their pedigree by defeating the Noida Kings by six wickets in Qualifier 2 to maintain their unblemished record of reaching every UP T20 League final. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With both franchises fielding balanced squads capable of lifting the trophy, Sunday's finale promises a closely contested finish to determine the champion of the UP T20 League 2026. Article Source: IANS

Seven-Star Suthar Weaves Spin Magic For Warwickshire

Indian cricketers Manav Suthar, Auqib Nabi, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Mayank Agarwal showcased strong performances in the English County Championship, with Suthar's seven-wicket haul leading Warwickshire to an innings victory.

'It's Basic Humanity For A Legend Of Our Game': Brian Lara Joins Ex-skippers Voicing Support For Imran Khan

Former West Indies: Former West Indies captain Brian Lara has become the latest ex-international skipper to join the chorus voicing support for the imprisoned former Pakistan captain Imran Khan and his treatment. Lara took to social media to voice his support for Imran, calling for proper, independent medical care and dignity every human deserves as he stood with former international captains who have raised the issue of Imran's health in prison. Imran Khan and I only crossed paths on the field a handful of times, but the respect I have for him was instant and lasting, Lara wrote in his Instagram post. I am struggling to understand how someone who was once a beacon of hope, pride and inspiration for his country, at the height of his sporting career, could now find himself in a situation where he is not being cared for and treated with the compassion and dignity he deserves. I stand with my fellow former captains in asking that he receive proper, independent medical care and the dignity every human being deserves. This isn't politics. It's basic humanity for a legend of our game, he added. Lara's statements came days after the likes of Greg Chappell, Pat Cummins, Javed Miandad, Moin Khan and Kapil Dev voiced their concerns over Imran's health and treatment. Earlier, 21 former international captains had signed a petition demanding dignified treatment and proper court-directed medical care for the jailed 1992 World Cup-winning captain. The petition was signed by 21 former international captains, including Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Atherton, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, and Nasser Hussain, and expressed grave concern over Khan's health, particularly reports regarding significant vision loss in his right eye, after he spent over three years in custody. Imran Khan is 73 years old and has now spent more than three years in custody. Whatever the legal and political arguments surrounding his case, the basic decency of ensuring a court-ordered medical process is actually completed is not, in our view, a controversial request, the letter stated. The petition was signed by 21 former international captains, including Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Atherton, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, and Nasser Hussain, and expressed grave concern over Khan's health, particularly reports regarding significant vision loss in his right eye, after he spent over three years in custody. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The petitioners described themselves as 'former colleagues and rivals who share a bond forged on the cricket field' that 'transcends the borders and disputes that too often divide countries'. Article Source: IANS

Duleep Trophy: Proven performers and top stars take centre stage in final showdown

The presence of Padikkal and Siraj gives South the edge over East; however, Sooryavanshi could be the X-factor for Kishans men; Shreyas and Shami set for their 100th First Class game

Raina Backs Pant To Return To White-ball Setup, Urges Him To Play With Freedom

ODI World Cup: Former India batter Suresh Raina believes wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant possesses the required talent to replicate his stellar Test cricket form in white-ball formats, provided he plays without hesitation and navigates through mental blockages. Despite being a match-winner for India in Tests, Pant has been unable to establish himself in the white-ball setup. Though hes played 31 ODIs and 76 T20Is, Pant last played both white-ball formats for India in 2024. He was an unused member of the 2025 Mens Champions Trophy-winning Indian team, before being left out of the ODI team from the series against Afghanistan in June. He is my favourite player. I think what Rishabh has done is that hes playing well and scoring tremendously in the Test matches. No, no, he is working hard. Dhruv Jurel is doing well; Sanju Samson is there. But Rishabh has that x-factor. What I feel and think is that hes slowly maturing. You are talking about the white ball side of things, but its even true in the case of IPL, Raina said to Aakash Chopra on his YouTube channel. Despite Pants established pedigree in the longest format of the game, his consistency in white-ball international cricket has drawn scrutiny. I think he has done really well, as everyone knows, as far as Test matches are concerned. But why is the same not happening in T20Is or ODIs? Is he looking for something in his mind? What is it? I think he needs to figure out how to pace an innings there. In the Test matches, he used to play without any hesitation. Now if he has to hit a six there, he will hit on the very first ball, noted Raina. The former left-handed batter, who was a member of the teams that won the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy, suggested that being free in his batting style can help Pant, who didnt have memorable IPL 2025 and 2026 campaigns with Lucknow Super Giants before moving back to Delhi Capitals right after this years tournament. Is he looking for something in his mind? What is it? I think he needs to figure out how to pace an innings there. In the Test matches, he used to play without any hesitation. Now if he has to hit a six there, he will hit on the very first ball, noted Raina. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He needs to be free in his style. He can achieve a lot. In the future, I think, God willing, he will do well because he has gone through so much - his setback and all. He will do it one day his time will come, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

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Siraj, Padikkal add star power as South Zone and East Zone clash for Duleep Trophy title

Rahul unavailable for South Zone while Kishan, Sooryavanshi and Shami will again hold key for East Zone

Slightly Challenging': Tilak, Ishan Call Turnaround Between Duleep Trophy Final And Afghanistan T20Is 'difficult'

Afghanistan T20Is: Tilak Varma and Ishan Kishan admitted that the short turnaround between the end of the Duleep Trophy final and the start of the Afghanistan T20I series is difficult but that it is their job to adapt as the two players gear up for a quick switch between formats. Tilak and Ishan will be leading the South Zone and East Zone, respectively, in the Duleep Trophy final, which gets underway on Sunday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The scheduled end of the final is on September 10, three days before the T20I series against Afghanistan commences from September 13 onwards. Not only is the gap between the two events short, but also the complete change of formats and the playing approach stands different, as Ishan, Tilak, along with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, gear up for the red-ball and the T20I challenge in the next few days. Speaking during the pre-match press conference, the two cricketers spoke on the short turnaround. I don't know. How do I tell you? It's just about knowing what format you are playing, Ishan said on the eve of the final. Sometimes it gets difficult when you are playing a Test match, and suddenly you have to go and start hitting from ball one, and suddenly you have to go back to your domestic team, and you have to play a whole different role. But at the same time, I feel, as professionals, it's our job to adapt; we cannot be coming up with excuses after knowing this is like your routine for the next few days. So, it is better not to be in a situation where we have to make excuses, but at the same time be aware and be just mindful of what is going to happen, and I will be playing T20 after this. So my job will be different [in T20Is], but still I feel we are getting two days of practice before the Afghanistan first game, so it will be more than enough, I feel, he added. Meanwhile, Tilak agreed with Ishan's remarks, calling the turnaround slightly challenging but felt the two-day gap between is enough. But it will be slightly challenging playing five days here and again joining the [T20I] team. But from here we are going to Delhi; there will be two days of break, so we can practice there and we have enough time as well, but it will be slightly challenging. We know how to change our mindsets and maintain our body with good fluids and everything, so we have played back-to-back games before in the domestic as well as international, so we are quite used to it, Tilak said. Meanwhile, Tilak agreed with Ishan's remarks, calling the turnaround slightly challenging but felt the two-day gap between is enough. But it will be slightly challenging playing five days here and again joining the [T20I] team. But from here we are going to Delhi; there will be two days of break, so we can practice there and we have enough time as well, but it will be slightly challenging. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories East Zone are looking for their first Duleep Trophy title since 2012-13, when they defeated Central Zone in the final to lift their second trophy, while South have been far more successful, having won 12 titles, with their last coming in 2023. Article Source: IANS

Smriti Mandhana needs 74 runs against Pakistan to break Suzie Bates' world record

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'Intensity, Energy Is Different': Ishan Sees 'hunger And Motivation' In Shami For India Return

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Despite being away from the International team, Ishan Kishan sees the hunger and motivation in veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami in his bid for an India comeback after repeated strong performances in the domestic circuit. Shami has not played an international game since India's 2025 Champions Trophy win in early 2025 and has not been picked in any squads despite turning up and performing in the domestic arena across formats. However, Ishan, who is leading Shami in the Duleep Trophy for East Zone, can see the intensity and energy in the 36-year-old, stating that the veteran still keeps an India return in his wish list. I feel age is just a number, Ishan said on the eve of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. If he is working hard, it doesn't matter - he has been doing so well. Having him in our team, it gives us a bit more confidence when you have such bowlers in your team who can get you wickets and especially looking at Shami bhai this season, his intensity, his energy has been very different. Ishan emphasised Shami's motivation to play for the domestic sides despite not being in the scheme of things for the national selectors for now. It has been three years since that (2023) World Cup (when he was in excellent form); it is hard when you are not regularly playing for Indian team and to again have that same kind of motivation for your domestic games, it is tough. But I feel I see that hunger in him because who better than me can judge about hunger right now? If he is working hard, it doesn't matter - he has been doing so well. Having him in our team, it gives us a bit more confidence when you have such bowlers in your team who can get you wickets and especially looking at Shami bhai this season, his intensity, his energy has been very different. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Shami has been prolific in the domestic arena. He picked 37 wickets in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 at an average of 16.72 and was the second-highest wicket-taker for Bengal. In the 2025-26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, a T20 tournament, Shami was Bengal's leading wicket-taker, with 16 scalps in seven innings, and he was also the highest wicket-taker for his state in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, a 50-over tournament, where he took 15 wickets in seven innings. Article Source: IANS

Tilak, Ishan Open Up on Rapid Red-Ball to T20 Format Switch

Indian cricketers Tilak Varma and Ishan Kishan discuss the challenges of transitioning directly from the Duleep Trophy final to the T20I series against Afghanistan. Both players emphasise the importance of adaptability and professionalism in managing the demanding schedule and format changes, while also highlighting key player additions to their respective Duleep Trophy teams.

230+ Graduates, 14 India Stars: The Success Story Of Sesa Football Academy

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BCCI To Send Team To Dubai FTP Workshop, Seeks Wider Gap Between Internationals

T20I Nidahas Trophy: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will send its operations team to a workshop on the Future Tours Programme (FTP) as part of its bid to widen the gap between international matches. The Indian Board recently confirmed that it has instructed its FTP personnel to schedule matches so that players can get proper rest after several players suffered injuries due to gruelling schedules. According to a Cricbuzz report, a workshop on the FTP is scheduled to take place in Dubai on 22 and 23 September, and the BCCI will send its operations team to the meeting to discuss the international FTP matches for 2027-31. Meanwhile, operations teams from all other boards are expected to attend the meeting, and representatives from the top eight Associate members will be invited. Speaking after a meeting with the BCCI CoE head VVS Laxman, India head coach Gautam Gambhir and captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the instruction given to the FTP personnel. We have instructed our FTP personnel, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that it should be scheduled that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation through friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries, Saikia said after the meeting on Thursday. The recent injuries to Indian players have sparked this debate. Players such as Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and B. Sai Sudharsan missed recent tours despite initial conditional selections due to various injuries. For the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan, the BCCI has named a full-strength squad; however, the participation of players such as Bumrah, Sundar, Reddy and Harshit Rana is 'subject to fitness' due to fitness concerns. Saikia noted the injuries, highlighting the short turnarounds between tournaments as a key factor. Individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches. If you look at their schedule, in England, we had a 15-player team go for the ODIs, and out of that, three or four players got injured during the match. We have to think that they had played two months of IPL before that. So all this takes a toll on the health of the players. To avoid those kinds of situations under the present window and FTPs, we are trying to find out some ways to tackle it, Saikia added. Meanwhile, the report also noted that the next international calendar could see more multilateral games, a tradition that has become far less common. India's last multilateral series came in 2018, when they played in the T20I Nidahas Trophy. So all this takes a toll on the health of the players. To avoid those kinds of situations under the present window and FTPs, we are trying to find out some ways to tackle it, Saikia added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories This is to attract more eyeballs, as the importance of bilateral series has been declining. Article Source: IANS

SA vs ZIM Final Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SA vs ZIM Final, Cricket Tips: The ongoing T20I tri-series in Namibia has come to its final round. The hosts, Namibia, started the tri-series with a win over the Proteas. But they lost the next three games and have been out. It has left South Africa and Zimbabwe to face each other in the final. This final is scheduled to start at 5:30 PM IST on September 6 (Sunday) at Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. South Africa beat Zimbabwe in consecutive matches in this tri-series and are in excellent form. They will be confident for a win. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe have been below-average with the bat, which they need to focus on to win this final. SA vs ZIM: Match Details Date : September 06, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 5:30 PM IST Venue : Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek SA vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the tri-series final on the FanCode mobile app or website with a nominal fee. SA vs ZIM: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 11 Zimbabwe : 0 South Africa: 10 No-result: 1 SA vs ZIM: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Windhoek has played well for the batting teams. In the last game only, 445 runs were scored in 40 overs. In the last 8-9 days, six matches have been played on this wicket, which has surely played in favor of the batters. However, it is not totally flat and will have some help for the bowling sides as well. SA vs ZIM: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Innocent Kaia, Ben Curran, Wesley Madhavere, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, T. Marumani (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Kundai Matigimu. South Africa: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Jordan Hermann, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Rubin Hermann, Eathan Bosch, Duan Jansen, Bjorn Fortuin (c), Nqobani Mokoena, Kwena Maphaka, Nqabayomzi Peter SA vs ZIM: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius has scored 101 and 94 in the last two innings, and he is the one to watch out for. For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett is someone who can play long with a good strike rate. Probable Best Bowler Duan Jansen and Blessing Muzarabani are two tall bowlers in this game, and they will enjoy bowling at this deck. Today Match Prediction: Zimbabwe can surprise the Proteas. But the current form and momentum are with South Africa. Hence, we predict South Africa to win the final against Zimbabwe. SA vs ZIM Match Final, Today Match SA vs ZIM, SA vs ZIM Prediction, SA vs ZIM Predicted XIs, Injury Update for South Africa vs Zimbabwe Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories 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.

Cricketer Runs 100km To Bowl First Ball, Attempts Guinness World Record

Sam Bodoano took 14 hours to complete the run, raising 6,000 pounds for the Ruth Strauss Foundation, the cancer charity founded in memory of former England captain Andrew Strauss's late wife, Ruth.

Rohit Sharma's 'Garden Se Reporting Live' Viral Remark On TV Debut Breaks The Internet

With uncertainty still surrounding his place in India's 2027 World Cup plans, Rohit Sharma has stepped into the role of host for the show, which is set to premiere on September 19.

Made It Worse: England Great Accuses Mohsin Naqvi's PCB Of Making Pakistan A 'Laughing Stock'

The PCB offloaded seven players and some members of the team management, including head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed, following the 194-run loss to England in the Lord's Test last week.

KL Rahul named in South Zone squad for Duleep Trophy final; will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi play?

India Test opener KL Rahul has been named in the South Zone squad for the Duleep Trophy final, slated to begin on September 6 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The 34-year-old recently featured...

'Shami has hunger and motivation for India Comeback'

East Zone skipper Ishan Kishan has lauded veteran pacer Mohammed Shami's unwavering hunger and motivation to make a comeback to the Indian cricket team. Shami's impressive performance in the Duleep Trophy semifinal, where he took five wickets, has convinced Kishan that age is just a number when it comes to the 36-year-old's drive to succeed.

UPT20: 'I took a painkiller and played,' says Rinku Singh after guiding Meerut Mavericks into final

Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) Captain Rinku Singh revealed that he was feeling physical discomfort and took a painkiller to play a match-winning knock for his side, Meerut Mavericks, in Qualifier 2 of the UPT20 League 2026. With Rinku's heroics, the team has reached the final for the fourth consecutive time. I will do anything for the team, whether it involves an injury or anything else, Rinku revealed after the match. Reflecting on their previous loss in Qualifier 1, he added, Yesterday, I felt that if I had been even a little bit healthier and had a batter staying with me, we could have won that game. Today was the same situation. I took a painkiller and played. My hand was feeling slightly better, but I am honestly still in quite a bit of pain. Despite the victory, the Mavericks' top order once again looked shaky, stumbling to 61/4 in a modest chase of 135 before Rinku (37* off 23) and Yash Garg (56* off 44) rescued the innings. The captain acknowledged the top-order fragility and detailed the team's preparations heading into the knockout fixture. Our batting order hasn't been performing quite as well as we'd like. Even today, we lost early wickets, Rinku admitted. I spoke to the batters yesterday about how we could prepare ourselves better, how we should approach the game mentally, and the importance of taking the match deep. That was our main discussion. When it comes to his own batting, finishing tricky chases has become second nature. You have to prepare carefully and constantly think about which ball you can attack, how to rotate the strike, and how deep you are standing in the crease. Those calculations keep running through your mind. Batting at my position for so long, I have become accustomed to walking into these exact situations, needing a certain number of runs off a certain number of balls. It has just become a habit. While his unbeaten knock anchored the chase, Rinku was also quick to praise the bowling unit for restricting Noida to 134/8 after a strong start. They batted really well in the first 10 overs, and admittedly, we didn't bowl as well as we should have initially, Rinku observed. But when Zeeshan came on after 10 overs and got Shaurya out, we finally grabbed some momentum. Then we secured Ravi's wicket, and the pressure kept building. Rinku himself contributed with the ball, making a bold tactical move by bringing himself on to bowl the penultimate over, where he claimed the crucial wicket of his counterpart, Prashant Veer. I was thinking that I should bowl to Prashant. I told Zeeshan beforehand that I could get him out, so I strongly felt it could turn out to be a really good over for me and for the team, he said. The captain reserved his highest praise for Player of the Match Yash Garg, who was promoted up the order to orchestrate the chase after claiming 3/14 with the ball. Yash has been doing an outstanding job for our team for the last four years, Rinku stated. He consistently contributes with crucial wickets; he is sharp in the field, and he delivers with the bat as well. In his very first UP league game, he helped us cross the line, and today he has won us the game again. He is a highly deserving player and is doing incredible things for our franchise, he added. Rinku Singh and his Meerut Mavericks will now look to rest, recover, and channel this resilient energy into Sundays Grand Finale, where they seek redemption against the Lucknow Falcons.

Sachin honours late father, announces Professor Ramesh Tendulkar Memorial Fellowship on Teachers' Day

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Teachers Day honoured the memory of his late father, Ramesh Tendulkar, by announcing the Professor Ramesh Tendulkar Memorial Fellowship, an initiative aimed at supporting young doctors specialising in cleft and craniofacial care in Srinagar. Under the initiative, one Doctor of Medicine (MD) will receive financial support each year for a year-long opportunity to specialise in cleft and craniofacial care in Srinagar. The fellow will also receive a certificate from the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation after completing the programme. Announcing the fellowship on Teachers Day, Tendulkar reflected on the influence his father had on his life and career, saying his journey was shaped at home long before he became known as a cricketer. When I think about the people who shaped my journey, I do not begin with a cricket ground or a coach. I begin at home, Tendulkar said in a statement released by STF. Ramesh Tendulkar was a professor, writer, and poet, but his son remembered him primarily as a mentor who allowed him to choose his own path while ensuring that he understood the importance of character. My father, Ramesh Tendulkar, was a writer, poet, and professor, but more a mentor, a guide to many, including me. He gave me the freedom to pursue cricket while reminding me that success should never come at the cost of character, he said. Tendulkar recalled one of the lessons his father gave him during his childhood. Failure is okay, but cheating is not. Never take shortcuts, he recalled. The former India batter said his father recognised his passion and potential but never tried to dictate what he should become. I was simply a boy who loved playing cricket. My father saw something more. He did not try to decide what I should become. Instead, he gave me the space and support to discover it for myself, Tendulkar said. He said this experience shaped his belief in the importance of teachers and mentors in helping young people recognise their abilities. That, in many ways, is what a great teacher or mentor does. They recognise a possibility in you before you can recognise it yourself, he said. Tendulkar said the fellowship was an extension of the values his father stood for and an effort to create opportunities for others. For me, this is more than a fellowship. It is a way of carrying forward something my father deeply believed in, that education creates opportunity, and that opportunity becomes truly meaningful when it is used to serve others, he said. According to the 53-year-old, talent is widespread in the country, but many youngsters do not get access to the right coaches, mentors, learning environments, or healthcare support needed to develop their potential. My father gave me the confidence to find my own path. He dedicated his life to educating and guiding others, and I hope we can create that same sense of possibility for others, he said. Through the fellowship, Tendulkar hopes to carry his fathers legacy beyond his own life and provide young healthcare professionals with an opportunity to develop specialised skills that can benefit others. The lessons of a teacher may begin with one student, but their influence can travel much further, from one life to another and from one generation to the next, he said. Ramesh Tendulkar played a big role in shaping Sachin's career, giving him freedom to choose his path. He suffered a fatal heart attack and died at his home in Mumbai in 1999, aged 68 years old.

KL Rahul To Miss Duleep Trophy Final Against Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's East Zone

India batter KL Rahul will miss the final of the Duleep Trophy against East Zone, South Zone captain Tilak Varma confirmed during a press conference in Chennai.

'Always Special Feeling At Chepauk': Tilak Varma Excited For Duleep Trophy Final

MA Chidambaram Stadium: South Zone captain Tilak Varma is feeling eally special to be at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai for the Duleep Trophy final against East Zone as he looks to guide his team to the title. Tilak heaped praise on the crowd at Chepauk, highlighting the good memories at the venue. We have got great memories here, and the ground has been very historic. When you come to Chennai, the first thing that always comes to mind is Mahibhai. And at the same time, I have got very good memories here, Tilak said in a video posted by BCCI Domestic. The Chennai crowd, they really support me well. Whether I was playing for Mumbai Indians or for India, the crowd has shown me great love. So that is a good sign for me, he added. Tilak can look back at the Chepauk with good memories. It was this very ground where he scored a blistering 16-ball 44 in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash against Zimbabwe, which rejuvenated his campaign. And I have got good memories here in the World Cup against Zimbabwe. I think I would say that is my comeback match. From there, I was feeling slightly low in the first two games. But from here, when I charged up against Zimbabwe, I was on a different level in my batting and in my confidence as well. In one India match, my jersey number is 72, and I have scored 72 here, and I have won the game. It was against England, he added. He highlighted that playing the Duleep Trophy final in front of an expected strong crowd would be really special, as the teams played their previous match without the fans at BCCI CoE ground in Bengaluru. So I have got a few memories here. It always feels special to me when I am in Chepauk. It is really special playing in the Delhi Trophy final. We have missed playing in front of the crowd in the last game. But again, now playing finals in Chepauk with the two, I am expecting that there will be a lot of a crowd. So it will be really special because I always wait for that crowd when I come to Chennai. I love that crowd. They give that love to me as well. I am really waiting for that, he concluded. We have missed playing in front of the crowd in the last game. But again, now playing finals in Chepauk with the two, I am expecting that there will be a lot of a crowd. So it will be really special because I always wait for that crowd when I come to Chennai. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories East Zone are looking for their first Duleep Trophy title since 2012-13, when they defeated Central Zone in the final to lift their second trophy, while South have been far more successful, having won 12 titles, with their last coming in 2023. Article Source: IANS

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Sachin Tendulkar Reveals Father's Advice That Stayed With Him

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Former India cricketer hails Rishabh Pant after India's Test series win over Sri Lanka

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Pakistan Coach Breaks Silence On Dropping 3 Senior Players During England Test Series: 'Really Don't Know'

Pakistan's interim red-ball head coach Mike Hesson on Friday distanced himself from the decision to drop senior players Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Agha and Imam-ul-Haq from the Test squad following a disastrous tour of England.

'India Picked Full-Strength Squad vs Afghanistan Out Of Fear': 1983 World Cup Winner

The BCCI has named a 15-member India squad for the upcoming three-match T20Is against Afghanistan.

Duleep Trophy: East Zone face South in battle for glory (Preview)

Duleep Final: India Stars, Next-Gen Talent Chase Red-Ball Glory

The Duleep Trophy final between East Zone and South Zone will feature a mix of rising talents like Devdutt Padikkal, Tilak Varma, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, alongside established players like Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul, and Mohammed Shami. Players will be looking to impress selectors for upcoming national assignments, with Padikkal aiming to continue his red-ball form and Siraj seeking to regain rhythm. The match also marks Shami's 100th first-class game.

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Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mavendra Dindyal Power Guyana Warriors To Comfortable Win Over Jamaica

Guyana Amazon Warriors brushed aside Jamaica Kingsmen by eight wickets at Providence Stadium in their match in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) , chasing down 160 with 16 balls to spare as Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mavendra Dindyal put the game away inside the PowerPlay. Put in to bat, Kingsmen never quite found fluency against a disciplined Warriors attack. Dwaine Pretorius struck twice in his three overs, removing Kirk McKenzie for 1 and Keacy Carty for 18, both lbw, while Khary Pierre also picked up two, bowling Usman Khan and later having Maaz Sadaqat caught for 35 off 34. Wickets fell steadily through the middle overs, with Keemo Paul (15) and Rovman Powell, out for a golden duck to Mohammad Nabi, both departing inside the space of two balls as Kingsmen slipped to 83 for 5 in the 13th over. Hassan Khan rescued the innings almost single-handedly, striking an unbeaten 62 off just 29 balls with six sixes to drag Kingsmen to 159 for 7. Odean Smiths 13 supported the surge before he was run out in the penaltimate over, and Vitel Lawes saw out the innings at the non-strikers end. The target never looked in danger once Gurbaz got going. He and Dindyal added 46 in under five overs before Dindyal fell to Hunain Shah for 33 off just 17 balls, an innings built around four sixes. Gurbaz continued on, reaching 54 off 35 balls with five fours and three sixes before holing out to Powell off Sadaqat with the score on 114 in the 13th over. That left the finish to captain Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer, and neither needed long to close it out. Hope anchored with an unbeaten 39 off 35, while Hetmyer accelerated to 30 not out off just 17 deliveries, the pair sealing victory in the 18th over with the required rate never troubling them. Only Hunain Shah and Sadaqat managed a wicket apiece for Kingsmen, whose bowlers leaked at nearly nine an over as the Warriors chase raced along at a rate of 9.23. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The result extends Guyana Amazon Warriors unbeaten run at home this season, while Jamaica Kingsmen will need to regroup quickly to keep their playoff push on track.

India, Japan set for historic T20I clash ahead of Asian Games

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India vs Pakistan Women Asia Cup 2026 Preview: Head-to-Head, Pitch Report and Squads

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Babar Azam The Next Target? Ex-Pakistan Star Drops Blunt Remote Control Verdict

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India vs Pakistan, Women's Asia Cup 2026 Pitch Report, how will surface in Dubai play?

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Interim Head Coach Mike Hesson Says Pakistan Players Used To 'Chaos' After Shake-Up

Interim Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson hopes his drastically revamped squad can come through some all too familiar chaos with a much-improved showing against England in next week's third and final Test in Birmingham. Pakistan suffered an innings and 103-run loss in the series opener at Headingley before going down by 194 runs at Lord's on Sunday as England took an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match campaign. The Pakistan Cricket Board responded to those defeats in dramatic fashion, taking the extraordinary step of sending seven players home, calling up another seven and replacing sacked Test coach Sarfaraz Ahmed with Hesson, already Pakistan's white-ball boss. Senior players Imam-ul-Haq and Salman Ali Agha -- Pakistan's captain at Headingley when Babar Azam was injured -- were among those told to leave. Left-arm spin bowler Ali Usman, who claimed a five-wicket haul at Headingley, and seamer Khurram Shahzad were also sent home. Of the seven replacements, only batsmen Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal have Test experience. Hesson, however, feels the whole squad can now unite and give a better account of themselves when the third Test at Edgbaston starts on September 9. The New Zealander had recently been in Japan preparing for the Asian Games and was only due to travel to the UK for the squad's audience with King Charles, which took place Wednesday. I was heading over to see the King and be part of a nice occasion. That got expedited, Hesson told reporters at Edgbaston on Friday, as quoted by the BBC. The last couple of days have been challenging for being in a hotel with some players coming, some players going and then the arrival of everyone. The guys are probably more used to a little bit of chaos than I am. There is no doubt they have been disappointed, incredibly disappointed. We have had to park that and go 'righto, where to from here?' They have been really good over the past couple of days. Hesson added: I don't think anyone wants this to happen in the middle of a series. From my perspective, it is about putting a balanced squad together, not only for this Test, so we actually have some variety in our attack. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Pakistan is known for the pace, unusual actions, mystery spin - we haven't really been able to present any of that.

India Selectors Picked Full-strength Squad For Afghanistan Out Of Fear: Kris Srikkanth

Nitish Kumar Reddy: Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth believes the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan should have been used to expand Indias pool of young players rather than rely on established names, arguing that recent defeats may have influenced the selectors to prioritise results over experimentation. India are scheduled to face Afghanistan in a three-match T20I series in Delhi from September 13, with the squad also set to form the core of the team for the Asian Games in Japan later this month. The selection has brought Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar back into the mix despite questions surrounding their match fitness. For Srikkanth, the bigger concern is not the quality of the players picked but what their selection indicates about Indias approach to a series that could have offered opportunities to youngsters. After the series losses in Ireland and England, the selectors have decided not to take a chance and picked a full-strength squad for Afghanistan. They are going all guns blazing, but this is a mistake. Its against teams like Afghanistan that you should try out youngsters. Instead, youve picked a full-strength squad out of fear, Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel. Indias recent T20I results appear to have shaped that thinking. The side endured a difficult overseas stretch under Shreyas Iyer, losing all six completed matches in Ireland and England. A second-string Indian team subsequently responded with a 3-0 series sweep of Zimbabwe in July. Srikkanth feels the response to those setbacks has been excessive, with the Afghanistan squad resembling the group selected for the England assignment. It feels like a desperation move after the Ireland and England losses. But this squad is almost the same as the one they picked for England. The former captain also turned his attention to the fitness status of four returning players. Rather than questioning their credentials, he argued that competitive readiness cannot be established solely through training at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence. These four have not proved match-fitness. So on what basis are they subject to fitness? Just because you prove your fitness at the Bengaluru CoE, are you fit? Thats how Harshit Rana went to England, and then what happened to him there? So match-fitness is important, opined Srikkanth. The former captain also turned his attention to the fitness status of four returning players. Rather than questioning their credentials, he argued that competitive readiness cannot be established solely through training at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories This is not a question of ability. Harshit Rana has proved to be a very good bowler in T20s, and Nitish Kumar Reddy is brilliant in the short format. But why pick them without match-fitness being proven is the question, Srikkanth said. Article Source: IANS

Rohit Speculation Raises Agarkar Questions

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Mark Chapmans Explosive 71 Powers Belfast Wolves to 26-Run DLS Win Over Glasgow Cosmic

Belfast Wolves produced a powerful batting display and held their nerve with the ball to defeat Glasgow Cosmic by 26 runs via the DLS method in Match 13 of the ETPL at Voorburg Cricket Club, Netherlands. With the match reduced to 12 overs per side, Glasgow Cosmic won the toss and elected to bowl. Belfast made full use of the shortened format, racing to 146 for three from their 12 overs. The Wolves lost Tim Tector for 14 from seven balls at 40, before Paul Stirling departed for a rapid 27 from 18, leaving Belfast 49 for two. But Mark Chapman then took control of the innings. Chapman produced one of the most explosive innings of the tournament, smashing an unbeaten 71 from just 33 balls, with three fours and seven sixes. He reached his half-century from 27 deliveries and continued attacking right through the closing overs. Glenn Maxwell added seven from three balls before falling to Lungi Ngidi, but David Miller provided the perfect support at the other end. Miller finished unbeaten on 23 from 11 balls, including a four and two sixes, as the pair added 85 runs for the fourth wicket. The Wolves late surge was particularly significant. Chapman and Miller added 85 from just 33 balls, taking Belfast from 61 for three to 146 for three and giving Glasgow a demanding target under the revised conditions. Glasgow were given a target of 147, and Jason Roy immediately gave the Cosmic chase momentum. Roy attacked from the outset, bringing up his 50 from only 24 balls and striking three fours and four sixes. His dismissal at 84 for five in the ninth over, however, proved a major turning point. Before Roy departed for 54 from 28 balls, Glasgow had already lost captain George Munsey for a first-ball duck, with Mark Adair taking the wicket at the start of the chase. Moises Henriques followed for eight, while Liam Livingstone and Richie Berrington also fell as Belfast kept finding breakthroughs. Harry Manenti and Mark Adair both made important contributions with the ball, but Fred Klaassen was the pick of the Wolves attack, claiming three wickets as Belfast continued to break through the Cosmic batting order. Their regular strikes kept Glasgow from building the partnerships needed to sustain the chase. Roys dismissal for 54 from 28 balls left Glasgow at 84 for five in the ninth over, needing 63 runs from the remaining 23 balls. With the required rate climbing sharply, the Cosmic were unable to produce another acceleration to keep pace with the target. The Wolves completed the victory as Glasgow finished on 120 for eight, falling 26 runs short of the DLS target. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Chapmans unbeaten 71 was the defining innings of the contest, while Belfasts ability to strike at regular intervals prevented Glasgow from turning Roys blistering start into a successful chase. The result gives the Wolves another important victory in the ETPL and strengthens their position in the competition.

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'He is Going to Rule World Cricket in All Formats'

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Suresh Raina Reveals MS Dhoni's Reaction After He Announced Retirement On Same Day

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Pretorius and Gurbaz lead all-star Amazon Warriors to fifth win in a row

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