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Asha and Arundhati Shine with Three-Fers as India Defeats Sri Lanka by 82 Runs, Womens T20 WC
Half-centuries from captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana set up the victory, taking India to the highest total of this Women's T20 World Cup of 172/3. In response, Asha and Arundhati took 3-19 each as Sri Lanka, who had lost their top three in the Power-play, were bowled out for 90 in 19.5 overs, India getting their highest-ever victory margin in Women's T20 World Cups.
Joe Root Eager for More Runs After Setting New England Test Record
Root started the day on 32 not out, still requiring another 39 runs to surpass Cook's total of 12,472. The former skipper was not out long in scoring his milestone - he eased to his goal with an on-drive for four off Aamer Jamal before soaking up the loud applause from the travelling English fans.
Nitish Reddy's All-Round Performance and Rinku's Fifty Lead India to 86-Run Victory, Securing Series 2-0
This Reddy did with the bat as he, along with Rinku Singh (53), added 108 runs for the fourth wicket to rescue India from a difficult 41/3 to help them post 221/9 after being asked to bat first by the visitors at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here. Reddy became the first Indian player to score 70 runs and claim two wickets in a T20I.
Arshdeep Singh Enters Top 10, Hardik Pandya Climbs to Third in All-Rounders List, ICC T20I Rankings
Left-arm pacer Arshdeep surged eight places to equal eighth on the updated list for T20I bowlers while reaching a career-best rating as Adil Rashid of England still held on to the number one ranking after the conclusion of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in June and England's series with Australia at home last month.
Sachin Tendulkar to Captain India in Inaugural International Masters League Starting November 17
The International Masters League is headed by the legendary players like Sachin Tendulkar (India), Brian Lara (West Indies), Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka), Shane Watson (Australia), Eoin Morgan (England), and Jacques Kallis (South Africa). The tournament promises to begin in a memorable manner as India is set to lock horns with Sri Lanka on November 17, pitting their batting maestros Tendulkar against Kumar Sangakkara, the hallmark of their rough battles of yore.
New Zealand Batter Kane Williamson to Miss Early Matches of Away Test Series Against India
Williamson, who has a groin strain, will delay his India trip, during which New Zealand plays three Tests at Bengaluru, Pune and Mumbai.
Dipa Karmakar Reflects on Her Journey as She Announces Retirement from Gymnastics
Deepa soon did history by becoming the first Indian gymnast to win a gold medal in the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup of 2018.
Focus on Strengths and Abilities for T20I Debut, Mayank Yadav Reflects on Gambhir's Advice
The 22-year-old pacer, who had a breakout IPL 2024, did live up to the billing and started his international career with a maiden over while showcasing his sheer pace and control on the ball.
Mohsin Naqvi 'Confident' of India's Participation in Pakistan's 2025 Champions Trophy
Speaking from Lahore to the press, Naqvi seemed to hint at the uncertainty still surrounding India's participation in the tournament. India last visited Pakistan in July 2008 due to political tensions between the two nations. Yet, Naqvi appeared convinced that India would be participating in the tournament.
Centuries from Masood and Shafique Propel Pakistan to 328/4 Against England, 1st Test
Saim Ayub was caught down leg by Atkinson, playing his first overseas Test match, in the fourth over and then it was a game of endurance for him and the other bowlers as Shafique and Masood mounted aggressive and dominant batting moves in 56.1 overs for Pakistan, who are eyeing to achieve their maiden Test win on home turf since February 2021.
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