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India avenge 2024 final defeat, beat Sri Lanka to lift 8th Asia Cup title
In an exhilarating final, India Women clinched the Women's T20 Asia Cup title by overcoming Sri Lanka. Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana stood out, crafting a robust opening partnership that propelled India’s score. The bowlers shone, especially Shree Charani, who captured four wickets and effectively dismantled Sri Lanka's batting lineup, securing India's remarkable eighth victory in this prestigious tournament.
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Abhishek’s fifty, Arshdeep’s 3-for lead India to seven-wicket win over Afghanistan
India dominated the first T20I, achieving a decisive seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan. The highlight was Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive 82 runs from 32 balls led the charge against a target of 156 set by Afghanistan, despite their recovery efforts from Omarzai and Nabi. On the bowling side, Arshdeep Singh excelled with 3 wickets for just 19 runs, allowing India to take a lead of 1-0 in this thrilling three-match series.
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National song 'Vande Mataram' sung before India vs Afghanistan in a first for national team
The national song Vande Mataram was sung before the India vs Afghanistan cricket match on Sunday. Parliament had recently passed a bill making insults to the national song a punishable offense. The full six-stanza version of Vande Mataram was sung during the recent match. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song, similar to the national anthem.
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Shafali goes berserk in final, smashes fastest fifty in Women’s T20 Asia Cup
Shafali Verma made headlines by scoring the quickest fifty ever recorded in the tournament, achieving her milestone in a mere twenty-four balls against Sri Lanka. Her explosive performance of 68 runs off only 39 balls not only set a new record but also matched Chamari Athapaththu’s feats of multiple half-centuries. Together with Smriti Mandhana, they established a formidable 129-run opening partnership.
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India alter winning combination vs Sri Lanka; Gunalan Kamalini replaces Pratika Rawal
In a pivotal match for the Asia Cup title, India captain Harmanpreet Kaur opted to bat after winning the toss. With aspirations of securing their eighth title, India has displayed remarkable superiority throughout the tournament. Both teams are unbeaten, but Sri Lanka will count on strong performances from Athapaththu and Dilhari to challenge the dominant Indian squad.
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Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not playing vs Afghanistan in 1st T20I?
India chose experience in the opening game, with Sanju Samson selected in the XI instead of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Shreyas Iyer also confirmed that Washington Sundar and two other players were left out, making it clear that team combination was behind the decision.
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Root creates 147-year Test record, becomes first to score 2,000 runs in 4th inning
In an impressive display of skill, Joe Root not only surpassed two thousand runs in fourth innings but also became the first cricketer to net one thousand Test runs at Edgbaston. His unbeaten sixty-two propelled England to victory against Pakistan, marking his sixty-ninth Test fifty—an achievement that puts him ahead of Sachin Tendulkar in the record books. Root continues to break records and redefine Test cricket achievement.
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Nigar Sultana’s handshake snub to Harmanpreet backfires as BCB distances itself, reviews captaincy
During the toss, Bangladesh's captain Nigar Sultana declined to shake hands with India's skipper, a decision that the Bangladesh Cricket Board clarified was her own. The board plans to evaluate her leadership after the Asian Games, taking into account the team’s performance. Additionally, there have been complaints regarding her behavior. Bangladesh faced a setback, losing the semi-final against India by 40 runs.
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Why India are playing as 'away' team in Delhi for Afghanistan series: Explained
The Afghanistan Cricket Board is hosting all three T20Is in Delhi, with the remaining two matches also scheduled at the same venue.
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Stokes’ retirement, McCullum exit, Carse row & Root’s return end in 3-0 Pakistan sweep
England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team's ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the field.
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'Still selecting Kohli & Rohit': Ex-cricketer makes big statement on Shami's snub
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said age is not the only reason Shami is out of the Indian team
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‘Open to it’: Hesson eyes Pakistan Test role as Afridi makes red-ball return
Mike Hesson has shown interest in assuming a permanent position as Pakistan's Test coach. Shaheen Afridi emphasised that red-ball cricket is his primary focus. Hesson recognises the untapped potential within Pakistan's Test setup for future advancements. Afridi's return to first-class cricket could significantly enhance the team's prospects. Both are concentrating on their imminent commitments and future dialogues.
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Women's Asia Cup: India seek payback against resilient Sri Lanka in title clash
India and Sri Lanka will contest the T20 Asia Cup final on Sunday. Both teams remain undefeated after winning all four of their previous matches. India's potent spin attack will face Sri Lanka's resilient batting lineup. Explosive openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma will lead India's charge. The final promises a compelling battle between spin and spin.
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Game time after injury hiccups: Full-strength India take on Afghanistan in 1st T20I
Shreyas Iyer is set to captain India's full-strength T20I team against Afghanistan, marking the return of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah after a lengthy injury break. This series acts as crucial preparation for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, where the team looks forward to engaging with athletes from various sports. Iyer is particularly thrilled about his debut experience at a multi-sport event.
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‘Need to reflect on our mistakes’: Babar Azam calls for changes after 0-3 loss
Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan, calls for a candid introspection following England's clean sweep of the series. The Pakistani team is urged to evaluate their squad and establish the most effective eleven. Notably, the final Test showcased improvements in batting performance, highlighted by debutant Razaullah's impactful contributions. This 3-0 series defeat leaves Pakistan languishing at the bottom of the World Test Championship rankings.
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Ranji Trophy: Brabourne Stadium to be Railways home venue in 2026-27 season
Brabourne Stadium will host Railways' Ranji Trophy home matches for the first time. Railways will play three home ties at the iconic venue during the 2026-27 season. This marks the return of first-class cricket to Brabourne Stadium after over three years. The Cricket Club of India expressed pride in hosting these significant domestic matches. New floodlights are being installed at Brabourne Stadium for upcoming events.
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Jasprit Bumrah, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on Afghanistan's radar: Ibrahim Zadran reveals plans
Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to international cricket after missing matches due to a left knee injury. His return gives India another major option with the ball, but Zadran said Afghanistan will not make things complicated while facing the star pacer.
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WTC points table: Where does India stand after England's 3-0 whitewash of Pakistan?
Pakistan’s tour ended on a disappointing note despite major changes before the final Test. The team made several changes to the playing squad and coaching staff ahead of the Edgbaston match, but the move did not change the outcome.
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Chaminda Vaas to join Delhi Capitals as bowling coach
Chaminda Vaas is poised to take on the role of bowling coach for Delhi Capitals, following unsuccessful negotiations with previous candidates Zaheer Khan and Anil Kumble. This strategic move comes as the franchise undergoes a significant transformation after two challenging seasons. They're also in the midst of finalising their new head coach to re-energise the team for the upcoming competition.
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IND vs AFG 1st T20I: When and where to watch, live streaming, weather, predicted XIs
India will begin their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in New Delhi on Sunday, with the team facing a selection call between young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and experienced wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson. India have dominated Afghanistan in T20Is. They have won eight of the nine matches between the two teams, while one match ended without a result.
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