India vs Afghanistan Test: Why India's innings-and-300-run win did not affect WTC standings
India secured a dominant innings-and-300-run victory over Afghanistan in their one-off Test. Centuries from Rahul and Gill propelled India to 564, before their bowlers, led by debutant Manav Suthar, dismissed Afghanistan twice for low scores. This win, however, does not impact India's World Test Championship standings as the fixture was outside the WTC cycle.
Mehidy confident of taking on Australia on green-tinged pitch
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Mohammed Siraj Loses Cool, Involved In Fiery Exchange With Afghanistan Star During One-Off Test
India pacer Mohammed Siraj had a fiery exchange with Afghanistan batter Rahmat Shah during the one-off Test in Mullanpur.
'We can take 20 wickets anywhere': Shubman Gill after India's biggest-ever Test win
India captain Shubman Gill hailed his team's dominant innings-and-300-run victory over Afghanistan as a near-perfect performance, highlighting the bowlers' ability to secure 20 wickets. Gill emphasized the importance of posting substantial first-innings totals, like their 564/8 declared, and trusting the bowling attack. The win showcased India's promising future with a young squad.
ECB move start times for India T20Is to maximise TV viewership
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Suthar's rise testament to BCCI's talent identification structure: Kotak
Manav Suthar impressed on his Test debut. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised the BCCI's talent identification system. Suthar took seven wickets in the match. India secured a massive innings victory over Afghanistan. Sai Sudharsan also scored a valuable 81. The team's batting lineup remains a topic of discussion.
McCullum 'hopeful' of Archer's availability for second NZ Test
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'Why would anyone tell him how to bat?': Kotak backs Pant
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised debutant Manav Suthar's rapid rise, defended Rishabh Pant's attacking style, highlighted India's successful switch from IPL cricket to the red-ball format, and expressed excitement about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's immense potential while stressing the importance of players staying true to their natural game.
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Chosen one Manav Suthar gives India hope with dip, revs and perfect 'tappa'
Manav Suthar on Sunday bagged a six-wicket haul in his debut Test outing. The 23-year-old, who was given the nod ahead of Harsh Dubey for the one-off Test against Afghanistan, became only the tenth Indian bowler and seventh Indian spinner to claim a five-wicket haul on Test debut.
Why One-Off India Test Ended After Afghanistan Lost 9th Wicket
Team India wrapped up the one-off Test against Afghanistan inside three days despite enforcing the follow-on on the visitors in Mullanpur on Monday.
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Test cricket is about patience: Manav Suthar caps dream debut with POTM award
Manav Suthar made a dream Test debut, claiming seven wickets to guide India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan. The young spinner, named Player of the Match, emphasised patience and consistency as crucial for success in the longest format. His stellar performance, including a first-innings 6 for 33, set the stage for India's dominant win.
Many from this group will feature in 2032, 2036 Olympics: Rani Rampal
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Brazil replaces injured Wesley with Ederson before World Cup
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First Time In 93 Years - India Register Historic Win Over Afghanistan In One-Off Test
Left-armer Manav Suthar's emergence as the flag-bearer of India's spin attack in the foreseeable future was the biggest gain for the hosts in their expectedly dominant innings and 300 runs victory over Afghanistan in the one-off Test in Mullanpur.
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Greenstone Lobo predicts Virat Kohli's future | World Cup plans, retirement and more
Greenstone Lobo predicts Virat Kohli's future | World Cup plans, retirement and more
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India crush Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs in one-off Test
India crushed Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, wrapping up the one-off Test in just three days. Spinners Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav were on fire, grabbing seven wickets combined. Debutant Manav Suthar also shone, taking a brilliant 6-33 in the second innings to seal the dominant victory.
Manav Suthar stars on debut; India crush Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs
India secured a historic innings and 300-run win against Afghanistan in the one-off Test. Debutant Manav Suthar impressed with a seven-wicket match haul. India's batsmen posted a massive total, forcing Afghanistan to follow on. This victory marks India's largest ever in Test cricket, showcasing a dominant performance.
India register biggest-ever Test victory with innings win over Afghanistan
The win surpassed India's previous biggest Test victory margin and was set up by a dominant bowling performance that saw them take 14 Afghanistan wickets on the third day.
Honestly, I Didn't Want To Join RCB: Rajat Patidar, Now 2-Time IPL-Winning Captain With Franchise
Rajat Patidar's story with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) could've been very different, as the batter was not keen on joining the team at first.
'Wonderful career ahead': Ashwin's special message for Manav Suthar
Young spinner Manav Suthar made a sensational Test debut against Afghanistan, claiming six wickets for 33 runs. This remarkable performance places him in an elite group of Indian bowlers with a debut five-wicket haul, marking the best figures by an Indian on debut in 38 years and earning praise from R Ashwin.
'You don't need a turning track': Gavaskar decodes Suthar's six-wicket haul
Debutant Manav Suthar starred as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on in the lone Test. The left-arm spinner claimed 6 for 33, recording the second-best figures by an Indian on Test debut. Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthars accuracy, control and skill, saying his success came from precision and smart bowling rather than pitch assistance.
Rafael Nadal, Sachin Tendulkar's Special Tribute For Alexander Zverev After Maiden Grand Slam Title
Alexander Zverev, who is the first diabetic to win a Grand Slam, received congratulatory messages from tennis great Rafael Nadal and legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.
India's FIFA World Cup aspirations remain distant. Despite widespread passion, the nation struggles to produce elite footballers. Experts point to a lack of structured grassroots development, inconsistent governance, and a severe coaching shortage. A long-term, transparent system is crucial for India to compete globally. Building strong foundations and integrating football into schools and universities are key steps forward.
Watch: CM Vijay plays chess with Praggnanandhaa after announcing Rs 50 lakh reward
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Confident Bangladesh pose Australia a fresh challenge after 15-year wait for an ODI series
While spin dominated in Pakistan, Australia could find pace playing more of a role this series
The CBF confirmed Ederson would join the squad in the United States on Monday. Brazil face Morocco in their Group C opener on June 13 at MetLife Stadium.
He deserves his place: De Villiers backs selectors' bold call on Sooryavanshi
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Alexander Zverev has turned the page with French Open win, says tennis legend Boris Becker
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Manav Suthar Scripts History With 6/33 On Test Debut, Enters Elite List
Manav Suthar returned figures of 6 for 33 from 22 overs, becoming only the 10th Indian bowler and the seventh spinner from the country to claim a five-wicket haul on Test debut.
Private jet crash kills two pilots in Dominican Republic
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'Wish He Would Commit More To India': Jasprit Bumrah Receives Stern 'IPL' Message
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Gwalior Cheetahs, RCB Pacer Mangesh Yadav Speaks Face-Off With Virat Kohli
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Australian Open badminton: Sindhu eyes title breakthrough, Ayush leads mens challenge
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Former captain Tamim Iqbal takes over as Bangladesh Cricket Board chief
Tamim Iqbal has been elected President of the Bangladesh Cricket Board. He is the youngest to hold the position for a four-year term. Iqbal previously led an ad-hoc committee. He aims for transparency and honesty within the board. Constitutional reforms will be discussed with councillors. Iqbal seeks time to implement structural changes.
Mohd Saleem walks off without review as animated scenes unfold near Afghan dugout
India tightened their grip on the one-off Test against Afghanistan, enforcing the follow-on after a dominant first innings. The morning session was marked by a significant DRS blunder from Afghanistan, where a batter walked off without a review, only for replays to show the decision would have been overturned. Debutant Manav Suthar impressed with six wickets.
PV Sindhu eyes title breakthrough, Ayush Shetty leads men's single charge at Australian Open 2026
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Suthar six-for rolls Afghanistan over for 152
Rahmat Shah waged a lone battle for Afghanistan, but couldn't stop India from enforcing the follow-on
Suthar scripts history on debut, registers best bowling figures in 38 years
Manav Suthar enjoyed a dream Test debut against Afghanistan, claiming 6/33. The 23-year-old registered the best bowling figures in an innings on Test debut by an Indian in 38 years. It is the best since Narendra Hirwani's 8/61 against West Indies in 1988. The left-arm spinner helped bowl Afghanistan out for 152 and joined an elite list featuring Hirwani, R Ashwin, Dilip Doshi and Syed Abid Ali.
You Think I Should Stop? Harmanpreet Kaur Counters Reporter On 'Last World Cup' Question
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India enforce follow-on after bowling out Afghanistan for 152
India has enforced the follow-on against Afghanistan. Afghanistan was bowled out for 152 runs in their first innings. India had declared their first innings at 564 for eight. Debutant Manav Suthar took six wickets for 33 runs. Afghanistan trails India by 412 runs. The match is being played in Mullanpur.
Young Indian racer Atiqa Mir met Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The 11-year-old achieved recent success in Greece. Mandaviya offered full support for her journey to Formula 1. Atiqa is the first Indian supported by F1 Academy. She swept Round 2 of the Champions of the Future Academy. The minister wants to bring Formula 1 back to India.
CDawgVA vs MrBeast Controversy: Streamer Reveals Surprising Private Messages MrBeast Sent Him
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No Mitchell Marsh or Travis Head as Australia name squads for Bangladesh tour
Australia face a white-ball tour of Bangladesh without key players Mitch Marsh, Travis Head, and Tanveer Sangha due to injury and personal leave. Josh Inglis will captain the ODI side, with Todd Murphy, Ollie Peake, and Matt Short earning call-ups as replacements.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 goes bigger: 48 teams, 104 matches
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I dont have to change: Shreyas embraces India captaincy challenge in his own way
Shreyas Iyer embraces his new role as India's T20I captain, vowing to remain true to his personality and competitive Mumbai upbringing. He believes his inherent winning mindset will guide him, seeing the captaincy as a significant challenge. This appointment marks a strong comeback for Iyer, who now leads the team after a period out of T20I plans.
FIFA World Cup by the numbers: 104 matches, 48 teams and 3 countries make this the largest ever
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WTC Standings: NZ drop after England defeat; where are India, Pakistan?
New Zealand dropped from second to fourth in the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 standings after a 115-run loss to England at Lords. Ollie Robinson starred as England secured a morale-boosting win despite remaining seventh in the table. Australia continue to lead the standings, while South Africa are second and Sri Lanka third. India are sixth, while Pakistan sit eighth, ahead of only West Indies.
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Dont expect the world from Sooryavanshi: Ganguly urges patience with teenage prodigy
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FIFA World Cup Scare In US: 9 Injured In Shooting Near England's Base Camp
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WI look to level series in rainy Kingston
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'Rajasthan ka Jadeja': Making of Manav Suthar, India's newest left-arm spin hope
Manav Suthar's Test debut against Afghanistan was the culmination of a six-to-seven-year focus on red-ball cricket. Moments before receiving India cap No. 319, the left-arm spinner called coach Dheeraj Sharma, who reminded him to trust his skills. Suthar responded with 28 runs and figures of 3/21 on debut. His coach reveals how Rahul Dravid's guidance, Shubman Gill's backing and a deliberate decision to prioritise Test cricket helped shape the spinner many in Rajasthan now call Rajasthan ka Jadeja.
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Head out of Bangladesh tour, Marsh to miss ODIs; Murphy called up
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A bit superstitious: Why Manav Suthar's parents couldn't watch his India debut
Manav Suthar's impressive Test debut against Afghanistan was marked by his family's early departure from the stadium due to nerves and superstition. Despite his father's absence during the crucial second day, Suthar delivered a stellar 3/21 spell, repaying the team management's faith. His father emphasized Manav's dedication and his childhood coach's guidance.
65th CC Meet AIM, Sainik FC emerge as Group A and H winners
Anouba Imagi Mangal AIM , Khabam and Sainik FC, Tera emerged as the Group A and H winners with their final league stage wins in the Babina Group 65th Sir Churachand Singh KCSI, CBE, Memorial Football Tournament 2025 26 today In the morning clash, AIM got the better of RFCC, Keinou by 4 2 goals for third straight Group A win and eventually emerged Group A winners Laishram Khorish 18' , Nongthombam Menaldo 83' , substitute Ningthoujam Dhanaraj 90 2' and Ngangom Peter Singh 90 5' were on target to set up AIM's 4 2 victory as Khumanthem Bigson 70' and Laishram Mangal 81' scored a goal apiece for RFCC today In the second match and first Group H match of the day, SSC, Sekta beat ZSYC, Chandel by 3 2 goals Yumnam Bikeshwor netted twice 16', 41' for SSC as Senjam Naocha scored the decisive goal in the 73rd minute With Thaokung Malchong Chothe 25' scoring one and Thounaojam Wangthoi of SSC Sekta conceding an own goal in the 45th minute, the two sides were levelled on 2 2 before Naocha made the difference in the second half It was the second win for the Sekta side and eventually they finished Group H runners up behind Sainik FC, who played out a 1 1 draw with Yairipok FC later in the day, to remain unbeaten in the league round and amassed 7 points Yairipok FC drew first blood in the 23rd minute through Wangkheimayum Anish but Chirom Shinivash netted the equaliser in the 47th minute to salvage a point for Sainik FC Source The Sangai Express
Men's U 19 One Day Trophy Anderson enjoys fifer as TRAU hammer FORCE by 10 wickets
Anderson bowled TRAU to a 10 wicket win over FORCE today in a Group B match of the 4th MNCA Men's U 19 One Day Trophy today at Model Hr Secondary and Oriental College ground TRAU rode on Anderson Keisham 5 12 in 5 4 overs and Preethson Arubam 3 6 in 7 overs to dismantle toss winners FORCE for 55 runs in 23 4 overs before the opening stand between Tyrus Chabungbam 20 off 48 balls 2 fours and Huiningshumbam Luching 19 off 27 balls 2 fours was more than enough for TRAU to seal the victory in 12 3 overs The day also saw Model Club, Chingamakha beat MPA, Thounaojam by 10 wickets at Lairenjam Public Ground for the third win in five Group A matches AMCA, Thoubal meanwhile beat SSC, Porompat by 126 runs for the second straight Group E victory at Khudeiband Lampak YPHUC also posted their third Group C win in four matches by defeating KSDO by 4 wickets at Khangabok Cherapur Public Ground as TCMDC overwhelmed SHADOW by 8 wickets for the second Group D win at Moijing Public Ground Source The Sangai Express
O Manglem elected as AMHLL president for 2026 30 term
Okram Manglem Meetei of MEEHULS, Khongman Okram Chuthek has been elected as the president of the Apunba Manipur Huyen Lanlong Lup AMHLL for the term 2026 2030 during the general body meeting and election of the executive members of the association held today at MEEHULS office As Manglem was elected as the president, Thangjam Robindro of ABDHLACA, Kumbi and Kshetrimayum Manilal of IKTTA, Kakching were elected as the vice presidents for the new term The other elected members include Sapam Inaobi of Chainarol Temple, Bamon Kampu as the general secretary Loukrakpam Sanajaoba of TYYSS of Uchol, IE as the assistant secretary Okram Wangamba of MEEHULS as the organisation secretary Maisnam Leikhendro of Nambul Lakpa as the treasurer Kshetrimayum Sanjit of IKTTA as secretary HRD Dept Okram Mongyamba of OMACA as the secretary of Publicity and Information and L Thaba of POAC, Keirao Khunou as secretary Women Development Dept Ngangom Somorjit of IWHLSS, Changangei Khoirom Lukhoi of Nongpok Mahulas, Thoubal Mutum Herojit of MITTACI, Kongba Kshetrileikai Thongam Yaiphaba Kha Nganba of Chainarol Temple, IE Haorongbam Pandit of Sanaleipak Nambol and Ningthoujam Sangeeta of Sangeet Natak Kanglei Thang Ta Manipur were also elected as the executive members, as per a press release issued by AMHLL Source The Sangai Express
14 day Wushu Coaching Camp begins at Terakhongshangbi
With the objective of encouraging and attracting youngsters towards Wushu, a 14 day State Level Coaching Camp was launched at Terakhongshangbi today The camp is jointly hosted by Wushu Academy Terakhongshangbi and Terakhongshangbi Youth Volunteer Club under the supervision of the Bishnupur District Wushu Association The inaugural programme of the camp that will run till June 20 was attended by CO of 19 Garhwal Rifles, Pangkaj Rawat vice president of Bishnupur District Wushu Association, Y Ramananda Retd Principal of Kumbi College, L Gopal president of Bishnupur District Wushu Association, W Shobha Sifu Th Noren among others as dignitaries State Wushu Coach M Ronel is spearheading the coaching faculty of the coaching camp that will see around 210 athletes from across the State learn basic and advanced aspects of the Wushu discipline Source The Sangai Express
Nishikant Sapam re elected as Manipur Basketball Association president
Nishikant Singh Sapam has been re elected as the president of the Manipur Basketball Association The 21 member management committee of the association also include Ng Tomcha, T Brajabidhu, L Ishwarlal, Dr L Birendra as the vice presidents Ch Tejkumar as the general secretary T Nilamani, Y Mahendrakapoor and Dr Markandev Sorokhaibam as the joint secretaries, and Th Tarunkumar as the treasurer br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 06 Nishikant 20260608 jpg border 1 alt Nishikant Sapam re elected as Manipur Basketball Association president td tr tr td align center Nishikant Sapam re elected as Manipur Basketball Association president td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br GA Sanatomba Sharma, GA Krishnadash Sharma, B Shanti Sharma, B Surupkumar Sharma, L Omiyo Meitei, H Dinesh, Gyanranjan Koijam, I Boynao Singh, Th Shashikumar Singh , Santosh Loitongbam and N Rajibkumar Singh are among the executive committee members Source The Sangai Express
39th State Aquatics Championship Laitonjam Punghen, Leishangthem Saiyonbi bag best swimmer titles
Laitonjam Punghen and Leishangthem Saiyonbi were adjudged best swimmers in the 39th State Aquatics Championship 2026 that concluded today at Standard College Swimming Pool Punghen who topped the Group IV boys' 100 m breaststroke, 200 m individual medley and the 400 m freestyle competitions yesterday picked his fourth gold medal in the 50 m butterflystroke competition with a time of 30 04 seconds today to deservedly claim the best swimmer title br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 06 Aquatics 20260608 jpg border 1 alt 39th State Aquatics Championship Laitonjam Punghen, Leishangthem Saiyonbi bag best swimmer titles td tr tr td align center 39th State Aquatics Championship Laitonjam Punghen, Leishangthem Saiyonbi bag best swimmer titles td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br He was best in the 100 m breaststroke event posting a time of 1 25 43 before recording the best time of 2 41 99 in the 400 m freestyle event and 5 01 36 in the 400 m freestyle event Finishing second in the 50 m butterfly stroke event today was Reo Laishram who took 36 28 seconds and Lourembam Lanchenba finished third in 41 22 seconds The Group IV girls' 200 m individual medley and 100 m freestyle event gold medallist, Leishangthem Sayonbi also dazzled with two more gold medals today by topping 200 m freestyle and 100 m backstroke events Saiyonbi recorded 2 minutes and 43 21 seconds to win the 200 m freestyle event as Akoijam Langlen 3 01 07 and Huidrom Carol 3 04 21 finished second and third She extended their medal haul in the 100 m backstroke event by taking 1 minute 20 36 seconds to finish ahead of Luchingbi Soubam 1 24 25 and Huidrom Carol 1 43 36 Saiyonbi clocked 2 56 73 to claim the 200 m individual medley event gold yesterday and posted 1 11 75 to win the 100 m freestyle competition gold medal B Other Results on Day 2 B br br Huidrom Carol picked the Group IV girls' 50 m freestyle gold medal with a time of 37 45 seconds as Reo Laishram topped the Group IV boys' 50 m backstroke event gold by recording the best time of 38 63 seconds David Sapam was the Group III boys' 50 m butterfly stroke event winner taking 27 05 seconds as Leishanthem Bishorjit claimed the 50 m backstroke gold in 30 40 seconds David Sapam also won the 200 m freestyle event gold by recording the best time of 2 05 65 as Panthoi Devi Sagolshem was the fastest in the Group III girls' 200 m freestyle event as she took 31 58 seconds to complete the course Nongmaithem Dhananjoy meanwhile clocked 2 45 48 to win the 200 m breaststroke event gold before securing the 50 m breaststroke gold in 34 30 seconds Koijam Athoiba, meanwhile, won the 50 m freestyle gold for Group III boys in 26 89 seconds as Sarangthem Yoihen Meitei bagged the 50 m freestyle gold in the Group V boys' category taking 37 20 seconds Kh Vivekananda on the other hand bagged the Group V boys' 50 m breaststroke gold taking 47 59 seconds as Lanchenba Angom sealed the Group IV boys' 50 m freestyle gold in 30 34 seconds Source The Sangai Express
Women's Senior One Day Trophy PTCC crush ESU by 10 wkts, set up semi final date with SHADOW
PTCC, Patsoi overwhelmed ESU, Wangkhei Palace Compound by 10 wickets to finish Group A runners up and set up a semi final date in the 5th MNCA Women's Senior One Day Trophy with SHADOW, Thangmeiband In a crucial group A match staged this morning at Kongba Dhobi Lampak, PTCC bowlers restricted toss winners ESU to 49 7 in the allotted 20 overs and cruised to the winning 50 in just 3 5 overs without any loss Khundrakpam Anjali 2 8 in 4 overs , Takhelmayum Sanaloo Devi 2 8 in 4 overs and Niruka 1 3 led the frugal PTCC bowling attack today to keep ESU under immense pressure and restricting the run flow before the opening pair of Ranjita 20 of 12 balls 4 fours and Lourembam Prena 18 off 14 balls 3 fours finished off the chase with ease Sultana Ms 11 off 32 balls and Oinam Rebika 11 off 28 balls managed double digit scores for ESU in the first innings Khundrakpam Anjali was adjudged player of the match With the fourth win in five matches, PTCC finished Group A runners up behind THAU, who were unbeaten in five matches including an abandoned match In an inconsequential Group A match staged elsewhere at THAU ground, FORCE, Kshetrigao thumped PCC, Mayaikoibi by 123 runs to finish third in the Group A table Asked to bat first, FORCE raised a massive total of 224 runs for 3 wickets in 28 overs thanks to Barkantun Khanam's 63 ball 85 before E Firdos Hasina 3 3 in 3 overs helped in restricting PCC to 101 8 in 28 overs Barkatun was eventually adjudged player of the match THAU will play Group B runners up AKSDO in the first semi final match on June 9 at Luwangpokpa Cricket Stadium Group B winners SHADOW will play PTCC in the second semi final match on June 10 at the same venue Source The Sangai Express
I'm confused about his career: Manjrekar fires shots at Jasprit Bumrah
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar voiced concerns over Jasprit Bumrah's inconsistent availability for national duty. He expressed confusion regarding Bumrah's career path, particularly his absence from upcoming T20I tours after a full IPL season. Manjrekar also revealed Bumrah was his preferred choice for T20 captaincy, a role now taken by others due to the pacer's limited commitments.
