Tag: International Cricket
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IPL Auction 202X: Black Caps Chase Multi-Million Payouts
Black Caps eye multi-million IPL contracts The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is a make-or-break moment for a large group of New Zealand cricketers. Sixteen Black Caps have their eye on a life-changing payday, with teams expected to bid aggressively for global talent in a market that rewards performance, consistency, and potential. For many players,…
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Ashes 2025: Will the Rest of Australia-England Series Be Fast-Tracked After Perth’s Two-Day Test?
Introduction: A Perth Shockwave The 2025 Ashes began with a jolt in Perth, where England were bowled out in a mere two days, marking the first two-day Test in 104 years. The swiftness of Australia’s dominance has sparked questions about whether the rest of the series will be played at a brisker tempo. With four…
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Matt Henry four-for stuns West Indies for NZ
NZ’s four-man pace attack overwhelms West Indies New Zealand’s four-man pace attack delivered a masterclass in bowling depth as West Indies were dismissed for 161. The early cushion of runs for the West Indies proved insufficient against a sustained Zimbabwe-like pressure from the NZ bowling unit, led by Matt Henry’s outstanding four-wicket spell. The visitors’…
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Henry’s Four-Fer Tops New Zealand’s Dominant Display as West Indies Fall for 161
Henry’s Four-For Sets the Tone for New Zealand’s Victory New Zealand’s pace assault was the defining feature of the match, with Matt Henry delivering a superb four-wicket spell that left the West Indies reeling at 161 all out. The visitors’ brittle batting lineup struggled to cope with swing, seam movement, and disciplined line-and-length bowling, underscoring…
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Bazball’s Starc reality: Aussie quick’s 7-58 crushes England in Ashes opener
Aussie pace machine dismantles England’s hopes on day one The much-anticipated Ashes opener at Perth delivered a stark reminder that Bazball’s bravado faces a ruthless counterpunch from Australia. Mitchell Starc, blazing with rhythm and swing, ripped through England’s top order, finishing with an extraordinary 7-58 as England were bowled out for 172 on day one.…
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Joe Root’s Ashes Ambition: Aiming for a Career-Defining Moment
Introduction: A Centred Calm Before the Ashes Storm Joe Root calls his current health a “stinking cold,” but his focus is anything but congested. Ahead of the Ashes, England’s captain exudes quiet confidence, insisting that his true ambition isn’t merely personal glory but a lasting imprint on a series that tests legacies and national pride.…
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Bangladesh vs Ireland 1st Test 2025: Day 3 Dominance and a 215-Run Lead
Bangladesh push toward a 1-0 series lead after Day 3 The first Test between Bangladesh and Ireland in 2025 is shaping up as a one-sided affair after a commanding performance on the third day. Bangladesh, who declared their first innings at 587 for 8, extended their advantage to a formidable 215 runs by stumps, with…
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Hazlewood and Abbott Stay Positive After Ashes Injury Scans at SCG
Everyday drama at the SCG as Ashes preparations continue November’s glare on the SCG intensified as Australia’s Test stars faced an anxious morning. Josh Hazlewood and reserve quick Sean Abbott were sent for scans following a dramatic event on the field, nine days out from the Ashes series opener. The scans, conducted as a precaution,…
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Pakistan upstages Sri Lanka in ODI opener as Agha and Rauf shine
Overview: Pakistan take the opening advantage in a tense ODI Pakistan moved ahead in the three-match ODI series after a commanding performance against Sri Lanka, posting 299-5 on the board before restricting the visitors to 293-9 in 50 overs. Agha Salman’s undefeated 105 off 87 balls and a disciplined bowling display from Haris Rauf set…
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ICC Announces October Player of the Month Nominees: Noman Ali, Rashid Khan Lead the Pack
ICC Announces October Player of the Month Nominees Cricket’s global governing body, the ICC, has revealed the three nominees for the coveted Player of the Month award for October. The announcement, made across the ICC’s social media channels on Thursday, spotlights some of the most consistent performers across men’s international cricket in the waning months…