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PSL 2024: Islamabad United move to second place with triumph over Karachi kings
In a massive boost, Islamabad United clinched a thrilling five-wicket victory against Karachi Kings in the 24th match of the ongoing Pakistan Super League on Thursday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Islamabad United successfully battled it out against Karachi Kings to advance in the points table.
Put into bat, Karachi Kings failed to display commendable performances despite possessing a formidable lineup. They lost their wickets at regular intervals, failing to set a challenging total for Islamabad United. They had a little partnership from Tim Seifert (26) and James Vince (29) that bolstered them, puting up a modest total of 150/7 in (20) overs. Down the order, Kieron Pollard hammered (39) off (28) to propel the side. Islamabad’s Tymal Mills and Faheem Ashraf picked three and two wickets each to restrict Karachi for a low total.
However, Islamabad United, going past the notional target in (18.4) overs, proved their mettle. Chasing the target, they lost opener Colin Munro early, but Salman Ali Agha and Shadab Khan forged a match-winning 58-run partnership with their scores of (33) and (34) respectively to take the team across the line.
With the victory, Islamabad United have moved to the second spot in the points table as they look to consolidate their path to the playoffs.
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LPL 2024: Dambulla Sixers eye first win
In the 10th match of the ongoing Lanka Premier League on Sunday at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Colombo Strikers will face Dambulla Sixers in what promises to be a crucial encounter for Dambulla Sixers. Colombo Strikers have had a solid start to their campaign, winning two out of their three matches. Their strong performance has been bolstered by their combined efforts.
On the other hand, Dambulla Sixers are struggling to
ZIM vs IND 2nd T20I: Perplexed India aim to fight back after unforeseen outcome in the 1st T20I
An inspired all-round display from underdog Zimbabwe stunned India in the first T20I to lead the five-match series 1-0. After being restricted to 115/9 in 20 overs, Zimbabwe routed India for 102 in 19.5 overs to seal a 13-run victory in the first match. Skipper Sikandar Raza and Tendai Chatara shared six wickets between them to paralyse India’s chase. Shubman Gill (31) and Washington Sundar (27), being the top-scorer, couldn’t help India get over the line.
Kohli opens up on his struggle at T20I World Cup
For Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli, finding his form at the right moment was essential, and his 76-run knock during India’s T20I World Cup final against South Africa could not have come at a better time. Struggling to find his rhythm throughout the group stage and Super 8s, Kohli’s performance in the final powered India to a formidable total.
Despite his evident talent, his form eluded him, leading to a series
IND-W vs SA-W: South Africa women eye series win, slated for showdown in 2nd T20I
After having a disappointing start to their tour of India, South Africa Women fueled some life to their campaign by winning the first T20I match of the three-match series on Friday in Chennai. This victory marks their first triumph on their ongoing tour of India, offering a much-needed morale boost following a series of setbacks.
Prior to their T20I success, South African team endured a challenging start to their India tour. They faced a series defeat in the three-m
TNPL 2024: Salem Spartans square off against Siechem Madurai Panthers
In the third match of the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League, Salem Spartans and Siechem Madurai Panthers will be facing off against each other on Saturday at SCF Cricket Ground, Salem. This is both teams’ first encounter in the tournament as they look forward to having a huge start.
During the last season, Salem Spartans finished on the seventh position in the points table, winning only two games out of seven. They faced five
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