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Afghanistan beat Netherlands, draws closer to semi-final
Registering a 7-wicket win over Netherlands on Friday at Ekana Sports City in Lucknow, Afghanistan have raised their hopes of making it to the semi-final of the World Cup. Having decided to bat, Netherlands were bowled out for (179) in (46.3) overs with Mohammad Nabi and Noor Ahmad returning with three and two wickets while Mujeeb Ur Rahman claimed one wicket. Four of Netherlands' batters were run out. In their chase of the target, Afghanistan lost their openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran cheaply for the scores of (10) and (20) but the half-centuries from Rahmat Shah (52) and Hashmatullah Shahidi (56*) respectively led the side to a seven-wicket win. With this win, Afghanistan have equalled New Zealand in terms of victories as they (Afghanistan) are on the fifth position with four wins out of seven matches. New Zealand are on the fourth place with four wins.
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Ponting endorses Gill’s appointment as Indian Test captain
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has lauded BCCI’s decision to appoint Shubman Gill as the new Test captain of the Indian team. Gill, 25, succeeded Rohit Sharma in the role and is ready to lead India in the upcoming five-match Test series against England. Gill will lead a new-look squad after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement ...
“You can take inspiration from Virat Kohli’s success”: Ex-Indian player advises Gill ahead of England Tests
India’s young batting star Shubman Gill is preparing to lead a rejuvenated Indian Test squad in a high-profile five-match series against England, beginning June 20. Gill is stepping into uncharted territory as captain, marking his first official assignment since being named India’s Test skipper last month.
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KSCA Secretary, Treasurer resign following deadly stampede
The secretary and treasurer, A Shankar and ES Jairam, respectively, of the Karnataka State Cricket Association, have resigned following a tragic stampede on Wednesday outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru that claimed the lives of, as per reports, 11 people and left at least 50 others injured.
"This is to inform that due to the unforeseen and unfortunate e...
Former Australian cricketer weighs in on Kohli’s shock retirement from Test cricket
Last month, Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket just before the highly anticipated five-match Test series against England. Kohli’s decision came as a surprise, leaving everyone in shock, especially considering the timing, as it came just ahead of the high-profile series. Former Australian cricketer Mark Taylor wei...
Marco Jansen reveals Ponting’s powerful advice ahead of WTC Final
South African all-rounder Marco Jansen has revealed the powerful piece of advice from Australian legend Ricky Ponting that has helped him stay in sizzling form. Marco has been enjoying a golden run of form, having shown his mettle in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. He was one of the standout performers of the season, picking up 16 wickets from 14 g...
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