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The inaugural edition of the T20 Spring Challenge, a new women’s domestic T20 tournament introduced by Cricket Australia, is set to take place from Friday, October 11, to Sunday, October 20, 2024. This tournament was introduced as a response to the shortening of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL), ensuring that domestic women’s cricket in Australia continues to thrive. The tournament will take place over 10 days, with matches being held at two venues: Adelaide and Sydney. Nine teams are set to participate, including the eight WBBL teams—Sydney Thunder Women, Brisbane Heat Women, Melbourne Renegades Women, Hobart Hurricanes Women, Sydney…
Virat Kohli, one of the most prolific batters of his generation, announced his retirement from T20Is after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup. His performance in the tournament helped India end a decade-long trophy drought. While Kohli’s stunning knocks against teams like Australia and Pakistan are well-known, some of his best contributions in T20Is came in the form of short, impactful innings that played a crucial role in India’s victories. Here are five of Virat Kohli’s best T20I cameos for India, showcasing his ability to adapt and deliver when it mattered most: #5 – 38 vs…
Today, Rohit Sharma is celebrated as one of the most successful batters in the history of one-day international (ODI) cricket. Affectionately known as ‘The Hitman,’ he holds the unique distinction of being the only batter to score three double centuries in ODIs. Across 265 matches, Rohit has accumulated 10,866 runs at an impressive average of 49.16, with 31 centuries and 57 half-centuries. However, his rise to ODI greatness was not instantaneous. Between his international debut in June 2007 and the end of 2012, Rohit played 86 ODIs, managing only 1,978 runs at an underwhelming average of 30.43, with just two…
Team India faced off against Bangladesh in the second T20I of their three-match series on October 9 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Following a dominant win in the first T20I in Gwalior, India batted first in the second game and posted a massive 221/9 in their 20 overs, despite a top-order collapse early on. The intense first innings, filled with twists and turns, entertained fans, who took to social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to share their funny reactions through memes. As always, the cricketing community didn’t disappoint, providing some much-needed humor during the high-scoring game.…
India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, made history on Wednesday, October 9, by becoming only the third player to surpass 3,500 runs in Women’s T20 Internationals (WT20Is). She achieved this milestone during India’s 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup match against Sri Lanka in Dubai. Kaur’s impressive knock saw her remain unbeaten on 52 runs off just 27 deliveries, striking at an exceptional rate of 192.59. Her innings included one six and eight boundaries, marking her 13th half-century in WT20Is. She joins an elite group of players, with New Zealand opener Suzie Bates (4481 runs in 167 matches) and her fellow Indian, Smriti…
India delivered a commanding performance in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, defeating Sri Lanka by 82 runs in their Group A fixture at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday, October 9. This victory not only helped India avenge their 2024 Asia Cup final loss but also boosted their net run-rate significantly, moving them to second place in the points table. India, batting first for the first time in the tournament, built their innings methodically, with openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma forming a solid 98-run partnership. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur capitalized on the foundation, smashing her fastest T20I half-century to…
Virat Kohli, one of cricket’s greatest modern-day batters, has dominated the game for over a decade with his exceptional skills and unmatched hunger for success. Not only is he the top scorer in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), with 50 centuries to his name, but he is also widely regarded as one of the best all-format batters of all time. Along with his cricketing prowess, Kohli is well-known for his passionate and animated demeanor on the field. Whether it’s celebrating a wicket like it’s his own or engaging in spirited exchanges with opposition players and umpires, Kohli is always full of energy.…
Former England captain Eoin Morgan has candidly admitted that the records achieved by the English cricket team over the years pale in comparison to those of India, especially when considering the advantages of playing at home. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, Morgan acknowledged India’s consistency and praised their unrelenting desire to win, which has made them one of the most formidable cricketing nations, particularly in their own conditions. India’s reputation as one of the best all-format teams has grown immensely over the years, even though they have missed out on a few ICC trophies. Their home record, however, remains…
According to reports, the players of the Pakistan women’s cricket team have not received their salaries for the past four months. This development comes as the Women in Green prepare to kick off their 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup campaign on Thursday, October 3, in Sharjah. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had offered contracts to 20 players under a 23-month agreement running from August 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025. The contracts were supposed to be reviewed after the first 12 months. However, due to administrative delays, the players have not been paid since June 2024, and there has been…
The 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup began on Thursday, October 3, with Bangladesh securing a 16-run victory over Scotland at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, marking their first win in the ICC event since 2014. India is set to launch its campaign on Friday, October 4, against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Placed in Group A, India faces strong competition, including defending champions Australia, arch-rivals Pakistan, and Asia Cup champions Sri Lanka. The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash will take place on Sunday, October 6, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The match is scheduled to begin at…
