On Saturday, Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from both international and domestic cricket. A veteran of 167 ODIs, 34 Tests, and 68 T20Is, Dhawan exits the sport as one of India’s most formidable white-ball openers.
India A faced a morning collapse but mounted a comeback as offspinner Minnu Mani continued to impress. Australia A scored 212 and 164 for 7 (Darke 54*, de Broughe 58, Mani 5-47) and lead India A, who made 184 (Peterson 5-16), by 192 runs.
On the second day of the match between Australia A and India A on the Gold Coast, the ball dominated play. Minnu Mani took her match tally to 10 wickets after Kate Peterson’s five-wicket haul had given the hosts a slender first-innings lead. Maddy Darke’s unbeaten 54, however, ensured that Australia A set a challenging target.
Rahul Dravid reflected on Travis Head’s counter-attacking innings in the ICC Cricket World Cup final last year, which dashed India’s hopes of winning the trophy at home. At the CEAT Cricket Awards, Dravid noted that Indian bowlers beat Head’s bat about 15 times without hitting the ball. He emphasized that while cricket is mainly a skill-based game, luck also plays a crucial role.
Ready or not, South Africans, another T20I is here. The West Indians might also feel it’s too soon to return to the format, considering it’s been less than two months since their disappointing T20 World Cup exits.
Ready or not, South Africans, another T20I is here. The West Indians might also feel it’s too soon to return to the format, considering it’s been less than two months since their disappointing T20 World Cup exits.
Mohammed Shami is currently recovering from an ankle injury he sustained during the 2023 ODI World Cup. One of India’s top fast bowlers, Shami last played in the tournament, where he was crucial to India’s run to the final. Despite the team’s disappointing loss in the final, Shami’s World Cup ended on a sour note as he injured his ankle, leading to surgery in February.
Since then, the 33-year-old pacer has been on a lengthy and careful recovery process, with the Indian team management focused on ensuring his fitness for upcoming challenges
Pakistan finished their innings at 256-4 before the lunch break on day two of the first Test against Bangladesh, played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday.
Starting the day at 158-4, the home side had Mohammad Rizwan (24) and Saud Shakeel (57) at the crease.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli stole the limelight at the glittering CEAT Cricket Rating Awards ceremony held in Mumbai on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. The event, a highlight in the cricketing calendar, celebrated the outstanding achievements of players over the past year. Rohit Sharma, the dynamic captain of Team India, was honored with the prestigious title of Men’s International Cricketer of the Year, reflecting his exceptional performances on the global stage.
Under Rohit Sharma’s astute leadership, the Indian cricket team achieved a remarkable victory in the ICC T20 World Cup held in June. In a thrilling final, India emerged victorious against South Africa, showcasing exceptional skill and teamwork to claim the prestigious title.
Lizelle Lee will stay with the Hobart Hurricanes for at least the next two seasons after signing a new contract with the club ahead of the WBBL draft.
Since retiring from international cricket in the 2022-23 season, Lee has made Tasmania her home. Last season, she was the Hurricanes’ top run-scorer, amassing 409 runs at an average of 37.18 and a strike rate of 146.07, including a standout unbeaten 101 against the Melbourne Renegades.
