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Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik took to social media to congratulate Virat Kohli on completing 16 years in international cricket. Kohli reached this significant milestone on Sunday, August 18, marking his debut against Sri Lanka in 2008. Karthik, who was last seen in action during IPL 2024, shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, August 20. Reflecting on his time playing alongside Kohli, Karthik wrote: “Happy to have played with you, skipper. 16 years and the fire burns bright.” Virat Kohli has cemented his legacy as one of cricket’s all-time greats, representing India in 533 matches and…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has firmly dismissed recent reports suggesting that the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in Pakistan, might face rescheduling. The PCB criticized such claims, labeling them as “unnecessary sensationalism” and clarifying that the tournament’s schedule remains unchanged. Pakistan is set to host the prestigious ICC Champions Trophy from February to March next year. However, concerns arose after PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi mentioned during a media interaction that some domestic matches might need to be relocated to facilitate uninterrupted construction work. This led to speculation that the Champions Trophy might also be affected. In…
The England Cricket Team will don black armbands in tribute to the late Graham Thorpe during the first Test of their three-match series against Sri Lanka, set to take place at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting August 21st. Graham Thorpe, a former England batter and long-serving coach, tragically passed away on August 4th at the age of 55. It was reported that Thorpe had been battling severe depression and anxiety before taking his own life. Throughout his illustrious career, he scored over 9000 international runs across 182 matches for England. Thorpe was not only a pivotal figure on the field but…
India has a rich history of producing exceptional all-rounders in the ODI format, from Kapil Dev to Irfan Pathan. While many of these players have excelled with both bat and ball, only a few have managed to achieve the rare feat of scoring a half-century and taking five wickets in the same ODI match. Here’s a look at three Indian cricketers who accomplished this remarkable feat. #1 Kris Srikkanth (5/27 & 70) vs New Zealand, 1988 Kris Srikkanth, primarily known for his explosive batting at the top of the order, surprised everyone by becoming the first Indian to score a…
Former Pakistan opener Salman Butt has identified Shan Masood, Fakhar Zaman, and Mohammad Rizwan as the fittest players in the Pakistan cricket team, placing them among the top 10 fittest cricketers in the world. His comments come ahead of Pakistan’s upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. While praising these three players, Butt also expressed concerns about the overall fitness levels within the Pakistan squad, suggesting that the team’s preparation may not be up to the mark. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Butt stated: “Improvements in fitness will be evident soon. Not all players are unfit. If you look at some of…
According to reports from ESPNcricinfo, Zimbabwe has expressed interest in hosting the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, which was originally scheduled to take place in Bangladesh from October 3 to 20. However, due to the ongoing socio-political unrest in Bangladesh, the tournament may be relocated, with Zimbabwe emerging as a potential new host. Zimbabwe’s bid to host the Women’s T20 World Cup is part of its broader strategy to establish itself as a key destination for International Cricket Council (ICC) events. The country has previously hosted two successful ODI World Cup Qualifiers in 2018 and 2023 and co-hosted the 2003…
Devon Conway has recently made headlines for opting out of a long-term contract with New Zealand Cricket, instead choosing a short-term agreement that allows him to be available for most international matches. However, this agreement also excludes him from participating in the white-ball leg of New Zealand’s home series against Sri Lanka in January 2025, freeing him up to play in the SA20 tournament. On Friday, August 16, the Joburg Super Kings, a franchise in the SA20 league, announced that they had signed Conway for the 2025 edition of the tournament. Conway is now set to represent his third Super…
England pacer Gus Atkinson will not be participating in the 2024 Hundred final for the Oval Invincibles after being withdrawn by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). The decision was made as a precautionary measure following Ben Stokes’ injury earlier in the week during a Hundred match, with the upcoming three-Test series against Sri Lanka in mind. Atkinson has had limited involvement in this season’s Hundred, playing only one match for the Invincibles where he went wicketless, conceding 28 runs from his 10 deliveries. Oval Invincibles captain Sam Billings commented on the decision, as reported by ESPNcricinfo: “Gus has…
In One Day Internationals (ODIs), a five-wicket haul by a bowler is as impactful as a century by a batter. Taking five wickets in a match means the bowler has dismissed half of the opposing team, often putting them under significant pressure, especially if the wickets fall quickly. Several of the world’s top bowlers have multiple five-wicket hauls in their ODI careers. For example, Sri Lanka’s Lasith Malinga concluded his ODI career with eight such hauls, while Australian legend Glenn McGrath achieved seven. Among current players, New Zealand’s left-arm pacer Trent Boult has six, and India’s Mohammed Shami has five.…
The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) has unveiled the inaugural edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2024. This exciting tournament is scheduled to run from August 17 to September 8, 2024, at the renowned Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The DPL 2024 will feature 33 electrifying T20 matches in the men’s category, with six zone-based franchise teams representing various regions of Delhi. These teams include the West Delhi Lions (West Delhi), South Delhi Superstarz (South Delhi), North Delhi Strikers (North Delhi), Purani Delhi Royals (Old Delhi), East Delhi Riders (East Delhi), and Central Delhi Kings (Central Delhi). The…
