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Cricket West Indies (CWI) has revealed a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-Test series against England, beginning on July 10. Kraigg Brathwaite will continue to lead the side, with pacer Alzarri Joseph serving as his deputy. In a significant development, former captain and veteran all-rounder Jason Holder has been recalled to the squad. Holder had previously made himself unavailable for the series in Australia. The West Indies created history by securing a Test victory in Brisbane during that series, marking their first Test win in Australia in 27 years and concluding the series with a 1-1 draw. Lead selector Desmond…
The T20 World Cup 2024, currently taking place in the United States, has showcased a fascinating blend of talents from various backgrounds. In the tournament opener, the USA secured a historic victory over neighbors Canada, thanks to a stunning performance by Aaron Jones, who scored 94 runs off 40 balls. Interestingly, several players in both the USA and Canadian teams have roots in different countries, including India. Here, we highlight five such players who were born in India but are now representing other nations in the T20 World Cup 2024. 1. Saurabh Netravalkar, USA Born in Mumbai, Saurabh Netravalkar is…
In the opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Canada faced the United States of America (USA) at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas on Saturday, June 1. Canada posted an impressive total of 194/5 in their 20 overs, thanks to stellar performances by Navneet Dhaliwal (61) and Nicholas Kirton (51). Despite this strong total, the USA successfully chased down the target in 17.4 overs, driven by Aaron Jones’ unbeaten 94 and Andries Gous’ 65. Here are three intriguing facts about Nicholas Kirton, whose half-century was crucial for Canada’s first innings total: 1. Dual Eligibility: West…
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has shared an intriguing perspective on how India should approach the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup. Pathan believes that India’s specialist batters should be prepared to bowl a few overs if needed, drawing inspiration from past all-rounder legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh, and Suresh Raina. In an interview with Star Sports, Pathan stated: “If I were the coach, I would make a rule that if you are a batsman, you have to bat and if we need side-arm, you can’t go without bowling. Otherwise, you won’t get side-arm batting.” Pathan emphasized the importance of…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the prize money distribution for the ongoing Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, co-hosted by the West Indies and USA. A total prize pool of $11.25 million has been allocated, with the champions set to claim a staggering $2.45 million. The runners-up, to be decided on June 29 in Bridgetown, Barbados, will secure a prize of at least $1.28 million. Losing semi-finalists will each earn $787,500, while teams exiting in the initial round will receive $382,500 each. Those placing 9th to 12th will be awarded $247,500 apiece. Teams ranked 13th to 20th in the…
Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga-led side faced a nightmare scenario with the bat in their opening group stage clash against South Africa in the 2024 T20 World Cup at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York on Monday, June 3. Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka found themselves bundled out for a mere 77 runs, marking their lowest total in the format. Right from the start, Sri Lanka seemed uneasy on the challenging batting surface, failing to assess the conditions and adapt accordingly. South Africa’s formidable bowling unit capitalized on the situation, stifling any momentum or platform-building attempts by the…
Team India is gearing up for a solitary warm-up fixture against Bangladesh ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup. This match at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York offers the Men in Blue a prime opportunity to acclimatize to the conditions. However, there remains uncertainty regarding Virat Kohli’s participation in the contest. Kohli traveled separately and joined the squad in the United States a little later than his teammates. He was spotted at the Mumbai airport alongside his wife, Anushka Sharma, and is believed to have checked into the team hotel on May 31. The long travel and…
Sanju Samson’s struggles continued as he failed to make an impact in Team India’s only T20 World Cup warm-up game against Bangladesh at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Saturday, June 1. The wicketkeeper-batter was dismissed for a mere one run off six balls, leaving fans disappointed. The dismissal occurred in the second over of India’s innings. Shoriful Islam delivered a swinging ball down the leg side that sharply moved towards the middle and leg stumps. Samson, attempting to guide it to fine leg, was beaten by the swing and was trapped lbw. He opted for a…
Indian captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat first in their practice match against Bangladesh in New York, setting the stage for an intriguing contest. Sanju Samson got the nod to open alongside Rohit, ahead of Yashasvi Jaiswal, but missed the opportunity to impress, departing for just 1 (6) in the second over. This early setback put pressure on Rishabh Pant, who came in at No. 3. Pant responded with a dazzling half-century, bolstering his claim for the wicket-keeper slot in the playing XI for the World Cup. Rohit Sharma showed promising form but couldn’t capitalize on…
Team India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is reflecting on his younger self as he navigates a challenging phase in his career. The 30-year-old had a tough IPL 2024 season as the captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI), experiencing poor performance both as a leader and a player. Hardik stepped into the captaincy role, replacing the long-time skipper Rohit Sharma, which led to him being booed by MI fans in stadiums across the country. Despite having a strong team on paper, the Mumbai Indians finished at the bottom of the table, winning only four out of 14 matches. In an insightful interview…
