Tag: ODI cricket
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India ODI Squad Announcement LIVE Updates: Shami Ignored? Pant’s Curious Case Explained
Introduction: High-stakes selection for India’s New Zealand ODI series The BCCI selectors are set to reveal India’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand, a tour that promises to test the depth and structure of India’s limited-overs setup. With a blend of seasoned veterans and rising stars, every selection decision has implications for…
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Rohit Sharma Embraces a New Role: Watching the World Cup on TV as He Steps Away from T20Is
New Beginnings for Rohit Sharma Rohit Sharma is transitioning from being a key on-field presence in the T20 format to a different kind of involvement as the cricketing world eyes the next World Cup cycle. With his stint as an active participant in every T20 World Cup coming to a close, Sharma has embraced a…
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Rohit Sharma’s New Role: Watching the Next World Cup From the Sidelines
Sharma’s transition: From player to ambassador Rohit Sharma has long been a central figure in India’s limited-overs setup, known for his consistency with the bat and his leadership at the helm of the Indian team. As the next T20 World Cup approaches, however, Sharma steps back from playing duty in T20Is and takes on a…
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Sri Lanka Triumphs Over Zimbabwe to Stay in Final Hunt
Overview: A crucial victory keeps Sri Lanka’s tri-series hopes alive In a tightly-contested tri-series clash, Sri Lanka seized a crucial victory over Zimbabwe, reviving their chances of reaching the tournament final. After Zimbabwe posted a modest total and Sri Lanka chased with composure, the result shifted the momentum in the series and kept the island…
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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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India Out for 10-2 at Lunch as Left-Arm Wrecker Shatters Top Order at Eden Gardens
India Collapse at Eden Gardens: South Africa Strike Early India found themselves in trouble at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, staring at a challenging chase after a brisk South Africa attack left them reeling at 10-2 at lunch. Missing Shubman Gill in this fixture, the home side faced a tricky seven overs before the break, with a…
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Agha Salman, Haris Rauf Star as Pakistan Edge Sri Lanka in ODI Thriller
Pakistan takes the initiative as Agha Salman shines with an unbeaten 105 The opening ODI of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka yielded a scintillating performance from the home side, with Agha Salman delivering a memorable innings that anchored Pakistan to a formidable 299-5. Coming in to bat at a critical juncture, Salman…
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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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Mohammed Shami: Ganguly Urges BCCI Recall Across Formats
Ganguly’s Strong Stand: A Call for Shami’s Return Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has publicly reinforced his stance that Mohammed Shami should be back in India’s setup across formats. With Shami’s name repeatedly cropping up in discussions about India’s pace options, Ganguly argues that the right-arm pacer is fit, in rhythm, and delivering performances that…
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Why Indian cricket’s balance matters: Finch’s call to reinstate Arshdeep Singh
Introduction: A call for balance in India’s squad Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has weighed in on India’s current selection strategy, urging the team to reinstate left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh and critics to rethink a heavily batting-driven lineup. Finch argues that while India possesses firepower with its bat, a lack of bowling penetration and balance…