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Virtuoso innings from Root leads England's fightback
With Joe Root playing an enthralling knock of 143 on day one of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Thursday, England started the second Test match against Sri Lanka in commanding fashion, finishing the opening day at 358/7. A solid top-order performance, highlighted by Joe Root's virtuoso performance, smashing his 33rd Test century to lead England’s fightback, laid the foundation for England to dictate terms. Root was the standout performer, anchoring the innings with a sublime 143.
Root's innings came at a crucial time, with England needing a stabilising presence after a few early breakthroughs by Sri Lanka. At lunch, England were left reeling at 97/3. Root, meanwhile, stood firm to guide England through tough times.
Complementing Root's effort was Gus Atkinson, who showed remarkable resilience and skill, remaining unbeaten on 74 on day one. He joined Root at a time when England needed to rebuild and played his part, forming a 92-run partnership.
The day, however, wasn't entirely smooth sailing for England. Sri Lanka’s bowlers also managed to keep the pressure on, picking up wickets at regular intervals. As England look ahead to day two, they will be keen to add to their total and put themselves in a commanding position.
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Virat Kohli opens up about the challenges as captain
Indian cricket legends Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli recently sat down for a candid interview, providing insights into their experiences. With Gambhir having recently taken over as Indian head coach, the discussion touched on various topics, including their career and past experiences.
Virat Kohli spoke about the challenges and expectations of being a young player in a high-pressure environment. Virat Kohli also opened up about the challenges
AFG vs SA 1st ODI: Afghanistan race to first ever win over South Africa
Afghanistan achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a historic victory over South Africa in the first ODI of their three-match series on Wednesday at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan demonstrated exceptional bowling prowess, with Fazalhaq Farooqi and Allah Ghazanfar claiming four and three wickets respectively.
Rashid Khan also made a major contribution, taking two wickets. With the he
ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI
England and Australia will kick off their five-match ODI series with the first match scheduled to take place on Thursday at Trent Bridge. The series promises to be a grand spectacle, with both teams boasting experienced players. However, the clash will see England stepping onto the field without their skipper, Jos Buttler, who has been sidelined due to an injury.
Buttler’s absence is a significant blow for England, as he has b
AUS-W vs NZ-W 1st T20I: World Cup preparations in focus as both teams play crucial series
Australia Women and New Zealand Women are set to face off in the first T20I of their three-match series on Thursday at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay. This series presents a crucial opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their form ahead of the T20I World Cup 2024.
The T20I World Cup is just around the corner, and teams are keen to enter the tournament with momentum. Both Australia and New Zealand have strong line-ups , and this series will not o
“You’ve had more altercations than I have”: Gambhir’s amusing response to Kohli
There have been incredibly fiery rivalries in the world of cricket but the on-field altercation between Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli has captured the spotlight. The tension between both came to the fore during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 where both were embroiled in a heated exchange of words on the field.
Fast forward to the present, Gautam Gambhir now serves as India’s head coach and the transition in his career also marks t
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