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Bangladesh A batters gave a far better account of themselves on an eased track as they reached 172 for one in their second innings after India A declared at an imposing 465 for five on the third day of the first unofficial 'Test', in Cox Bazar on Thursday. With Abhimanyu Easwaran and Yashasvi Jaiswal 's twin hundreds headlining the second day's play, India batted an hour on the third day with third choice red-ball keeper Upendra Yadav (71 not out, 122 balls) completing his half-century before the declaration came into effect. Having conceded a mammoth first innings lead of 353 runs, Bangladesh A players did show a lot of commitment in the second innings as Zakir Hasan (81 batting) and Test star Najmul Hossain Shanto (56 batting, 124 balls) added 101 runs for the unbroken second wicket stand. This was after Zakir and Mamhmudul Hasan Joy (21, 88 balls) added 71 for the opening stand and constructed a platform for consolidation. For India, the only successful bowler during … [Read more...] about Bangladesh A Put Up Improved Batting Show After India A Take Huge Lead | Cricket News

Bangladesh's one-day international captain and opening batsman Tamim Iqbal has been ruled out of a three-match series against India beginning in Dhaka at the weekend, officials said Thursday. Bangladeshi chief selector Minhajul Abedin said Tamim suffered a groin injury during a training match on Wednesday and was unlikely to recover soon. "He is definitely ruled out of the ODI series and possibly the first Test against India," Minhajul told AFP. Minhajul said the captain for the series and a replacement for Tamim would be announced in due course. The Bangladeshi chief selector said pace bowler Taskin Ahmed had also been ruled out of Sunday's first ODI due to injury. "Taskin has been suffering from back pain. He will not play in the first ODI. We'll see his fitness before playing him in the remaining matches," he said. Left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam has been added to the squad as a backup to Taskin, he said. India arrived in Bangladesh on Thursday for their first tour … [Read more...] about Bangladesh Skipper Tamim Iqbal Ruled Out Of India ODIs | Cricket News

New Delhi: Team India is set to return to action from the 4th of December as they take on Bangladesh in a three-matches ODI series. Big names like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and KL Rahul are set to return after being rested for the T20I and ODI series on the New Zealand tour. Rohit Sharma would be returning to his skipper’s role for the upcoming bilateral clash against Bangladesh. However, Gill has failed to find a spot in the team despite outstanding performance in the 50-over format. Shubman Gill has scored 638 runs in 12 ODI matches at an astonishing average of 70.88 and a splendid strike rate of 102.57. It also includes four fifties and a century. Former Indian batter turned colour commentator Aakash Chopra questioned the openers’ absence from the ODI squad despite his consistent performance with the bat. He addressed it on his YouTube channel and said “Shubman Gill is performing really well. He wasn’t a part of the T20 World Cup. So he’s not tired at all. He doesn’t need … [Read more...] about IND Vs BAN: Aakash Chopra Questions Shubman Gill’s Omission From India’s ODI Squad For Bangladesh

Rawalpindi: England put on extraordinary performance at the day 1 of the 1st test match against Pakistan. The English batters utilized the flat pitches and shattered many records. They scored a total of 506 runs in just 75 overs at day 1 stumps. They ridiculed the Pakistani bowling line-up as four of their batters including both openers smashed centuries on the first day. The day 1 of the 1st test match was completely dominated by the Three Lions. This is their first test series in England after 17 years. The English Test skipper Ben Stokes made a noble gesture ahead of the series and made a decision to donate his complete match fee for the Pakistan flood victims. A gesture that is being praised by many fans and cricketers. The former PAK skipper Shahid Afridi also appreciated Ben Stokes for it and even recalled the great time he had India during the 2011 World Cup during an interview with SAMAA TV and also talked about how much respect he received from the Indian fans. He said … [Read more...] about Shahid Afridi Recalls Great Memory From India While Praising Ben Stokes’ Noble Gesture

Jos Buttler has called for time to develop experience as captain after England lost the deciding match of their one-day international series with India at Old Trafford on Sunday. Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant excelled for India, leading them to a five-wicket win that sealed their overall 2-1 victory in the series. With India chasing 260, England seamer Reece Topley followed up his 6-24 in the second ODI at Lord's by taking three wickets inside the first nine overs to leave the tourists reeling at 38-3. However, wicketkeeper Buttler was left ruing the missed opportunities that allowed India to take control of the game. India power to ODI series win over England Third ODI scorecard: England vs India Series decider at Old Trafford - as it happened Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player The best of the action from the third ODI between England and India at Emirates Old Trafford Buttler's opposite number Pant … [Read more...] about Jos Buttler calls for ‘time and experience’ as captain after England lose ODI series against India

Teenage England star Alice Capsey believes The Hundred has been "crucial" for the women's game. The 18-year-old played a key role for the Oval Invincibles as they beat the Southern Brave in the final for the second consecutive year. She now turns her focus to England's white ball series against India after retaining her place in the squad. Speaking ahead of the first match on September 10, Capsey said she hopes women's cricket can continue to thrive. Lauren Bell earns first England IT20 call-up Oval Invincibles retain title 'Capsey can change the game' | 'She is a superstar in the making' "The Hundred has been crucial for the women's game. Women's cricket can be exciting and its about gaining momentum and getting more people to the game," she said. Trending World Cup 2022 schedule, group tables and last-16 draw Martinez leaves role as Belgium manager after World Cup exit England to face Senegal on Sunday | France … [Read more...] about Alice Capsey acknowledges The Hundred’s impact on women’s cricket ahead of England’s series against India

Lauren Bell is in line for her England international T20 debut after being called into the squad for the series against India, replacing the rested Katherine Brunt. England's leading IT20 wicket-taker Brunt will miss September's three-match series due to her rest and recovery being prioritised. That has opened the door for Bell, who made her Test and one-day international debuts for England earlier this year, to feature against India after being called into the 14-player squad. Live Women's International T20 Cricket The Hundred's second season: The good and the bad 'Capsey can change the game' | 'She is a superstar in the making' Trending World Cup 2022 schedule, group tables and last-16 draw Martinez leaves role as Belgium manager after World Cup exit England to face Senegal on Sunday | France or Poland in QFs? Spain in SFs? World Cup: Who plays who in the last 16 & group-by-group … [Read more...] about Lauren Bell earns first England IT20 call-up as Katherine Brunt rested for India series

A total of 991 cricketers including 714 Indians have registered for the IPL 2023 Players' Auction to be held in Kochi on December 23. Among the 14 overseas countries, Australia with 57 players have the most in the auction pool, followed by South Africa (52). West Indies (33), England (31), New Zealand (27), Sri Lanka (23), Afghanistan (14) Ireland (8), Netherlands (7), Bangladesh (6), UAE (6), Zimbabwe (6), Namibia (5) and Scotland (2) are the other countries. "If every franchise were to have a maximum of 25 players in their squad, 87 players are available to be bought in the auction (of which up to 30 players can be overseas players)," said the statement issued by BCCI secretary Jay Shah. The players' list has 185 capped, 786 uncapped and 20 players from Associate Nations. The capped players include 19 from India. Twenty players have registered their names from associate nations. The uncapped players who previously played IPL include 91 from India and 604 overseas. … [Read more...] about IPL 2023 Auction: 991 Players, Including 714 Indians, Sign Up For Event | Cricket News

Qatar: Spain would take on Japan at the Khalifa International stadium and Germany would be competing against Costa Rica an the Al Bayt Stadium in the final group matches of Group E. The group is an exciting position right now. Spain will have a high chances of qualify for the round of 16 even if they the match because of their huge goal difference. Germany need to beat Costa Rica and hope Spain over come the Japanese challenge in order for them to qualify. Japan and Costa Rica just need to win their respective matches in order for their qualification. Anyone of the current four teams can find their spot in top 16. When Will Group E Matches Be played? Both Group E Matches will be played on December 1, Thursday and December 2, Friday here in India. Where Will Group E Matches be played? Japan vs Spain will be played at Khalifa International Stadium and Costa Rica vs Germany would be played at Al Bayt Stadium. What time Group E Matches begin? Both Group E Matches will … [Read more...] about FIFA World Cup 2022, Group E Match Day 3 LIVE Streaming: When And Where To Watch Japan Vs Spain, Costa Rica Vs Germany

Abu Dhabi: Rajeev Khanna was appointed as the Chief Operation Officer (COO) of the ongoing Abu Dhabi T10 league earlier in the year in September and while he was aware of the challenges that lie ahead, he was pretty clear in his vision – to make the league global in every sense of the term. While speaking exclusively with CricketCountry , Khanna spoke at length regarding the challenges he faced while trying to ensure the legacy of the league continues, his association with the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL) and how he strongly believes that T10 has huge potential – not just in terms of cricket but from a commercial point of view as well. The ongoing Abu Dhabi T10 league saw 1600 international players getting registered for the tournament and Khanna expects it to only get better and bigger. “It has huge potential. I say potential in many ways. From a cricket point of view, I can say that we had around 1600 international players registered around the world. Out of … [Read more...] about Over 1600 International Players Registered: COO Rajeev Khanna Speaks Exclusively About Abu Dhabi T10 League’s Worldwide Buzz