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Ind vs Eng 4th T20I: India Seals The Series With A Comeback Win

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  The Indian Cricket Team sealed the series with an impressive comeback win in the 4 th T20I match against the England side played at MCA Stadium, Pune on 31 st January 2025. England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and decided to field first. It was an ideal start for the visitors as Saqib Mahmood struck thrice in his first over dismissing Samson, Tilak Varma & captain Suryakumar Yadav without conceding any runs. Abhishek Sharma and Rinku Singh put some pressure on England’s bowling with positive strokes keeping the scoreboard ticking. At the end of the first six overs, India scored 47 for 3. Abhishek Sharma looked in superb touch keeping the scoreboard ticking. Adil Rashid got the big wicket dismissing Abhishek by providing a simple catch to Jacob Bethell at deep midwicket. Abhishek and Rinku Singh added 45 runs for the 4 th wicket. After the first drinks break, Rinku Singh tried to hit a big shot, providing a simple catch to Adil Rashid at third man leaving India in t...

Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 SF 2: Defending Champions India Prove Their Worth

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  The defending champions India showed their skills with a dominating win over England in the second semi-finals of the Under 19 women’s T20 World Cup 2025 played at Bayumeas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on 31 st January. England captain Abi Norgrove won the toss and decided to bat first. It was a flying start by Davina Perin putting pressure on Indian bowlers with positive strokes. The left-arm spin bowler Parunika Sisodia struck Jemima Spence going through the gate. Perin and Spence added 37 runs for the opening wicket. Sisodia struck again in the same over to dismiss Trudy Johnson without scoring any runs. Perin looked impressive keeping the scoreboard ticking not allowing the spinners to settle. At the end of the first six overs, England women scored 43 for 2. After the field restrictions, Perin and captain Norgrove steadied with attacking shots not allowing Indian spinners to settle. Both batters looked comfortable to take England for a competitive total before Aayushi Shukla dismi...

Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 SF 1: South Africa Stun Australia To Reach Finals

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  South Africa produced a superb performance to defeat Australia in the first semi-finals of the Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 played at Bayumeas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on 31 st January. Australian captain Lucy Hamilton won the toss and decided to bat first. It was not an ideal start for Australia as Ines McKeon was dismissed off the very ball of the match by Nini. South African team was very fortunate as Lyons got run out hitting Nini’s hand on the non-striker end. Lucy Hamilton looked impressive with some lovely shots keeping the scoreboard ticking. South African captain Kayla Reyneke got rid of Australian captain Hamilton in front of the stumps. Australian women ended the first six overs at 30 for 3. After the field restrictions, Eleanor Larosa struggled against the South African spinners. A stunning return catch by Naidu ended the innings for Larosa. The Australian batters struggled to hit boundaries against the top-quality bowling of South Africa.     Nzuza ...

Thailand Masters 2025: Indian Shuttlers Shine

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  The Indian shuttlers had a great outing as most of them progressed into the quarterfinals of the Super 300 Thailand Masters played in Bangkok, Thailand on 30 th January 2025. Kidambi Srikanth started the day on a bright note as he defeated J Gunawan of Hong Kong in two straight games. The first game was a closely fought encounter with both players fighting for each point before Srikanth held onto his nerves winning the first game at 21-19. The veteran Indian shuttler, Srikanth showed his domination in the second game right from the word go putting consistent pressure on Gunawan winning with a scoreline of 21-15 to move into the quarterfinals. He will face Wang ZX of China. J Subramanian stunned Indonesian CA Wardoyo in three thrilling games. Wardoyo dominated right from the word go not allowing any chances for the Indian to win the first game comfortably at 21-9. Subramanian provided some excellent badminton in the second game with smashes keeping the experienced Indonesia...

Thailand Masters 2025: Good Performances From Indian Shuttlers

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  The Indian shuttlers had a good outing with 3 of them entering the second round of the Super 300 played in Bangkok, Thailand on 29 th January 2025. Kidambi Srikanth making a comeback to the court after forfeiting the first round of the India Open, he showed his class by defeating D Dubovenko of Israel. It was a dominating performance by former world number 1, Indian player Srikanth. He looked impressive winning by 21-13. Despite a closely fought second game, Srikanth showed his class to win it with a scoreline of 21-18. He will face J Gunawan of Hong Kong, China. J Subramanian stunned higher-ranked player Chem Jun Wei of Malaysia in three thrilling games. The first game saw Chem showing his domination right from the word go winning it easily by 21-15. Subramanian played with aggression in the second game making a strong comeback to win it with a 21-15 scoreline. The third game was a closely fought affair right from the word go. Both players took alternate points before the...

Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025: Semi-Final Lineup Announced

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  The Super Six stage ended today with Australia suffering a 12-run loss against Sri Lanka at the UKM YSA Cricket Oval, Bangi, Malaysia on 29 th January 2025. Group 1 Group 1 saw the Indian team dominating finishing top of the points table. After 3 commanding wins in the league stage, they smashed Bangladesh in the first Super Six match by 8 wickets. Nikki Prasad’s lead side showed their domination with a resounding 150-run win over Scotland. They finished with 8 points with a massive net run rate of +5.724. Australia looked impressive in their first Super Six match against West Indies. They bundled out West Indies for just 53 and chased down the target with 7 wickets remaining. In their last Super Six match against Sri Lanka, Australia restricted Sri Lanka to 99 for 8 in 20 overs. They looked out of sorts against Lankan spinners falling short of the target by 12 runs. Group 2 South Africa finished at the top of Group 2 in the Super Six stage. They registered 7 wickets...

Ind vs Eng 3rd T20I: England Stay Alive In The Series With An Impressive Win

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  The visitors showed their fighting spirit as they registered an impressive win in the 3 rd T20I match against India played at Nirajan Shah Stadium, Rajkot on 28 th January 2025. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and decided to field first. Mohammad Shami returned to playing XI after a gap of 436 days replacing Arshdeep Singh. Hardik Pandya provided an early breakthrough dismissing Phil Salt with an easy catch to Suryakumar Yadav at covers. Ben Duckett showed intent with attacking shots including 3 boundaries in succession against Hardik Pandya. He made the batting look easy keeping the scoreboard ticking with boundaries and sixes. At the end of the first six overs, England scored 52 for 1. After the field restrictions, Duckett and Buttler kept the scoreboard ticking. Varun Chakvarthy broke massive partnership dismissing Jos Buttler with a review. The umpire did not call out; on review it was overturned to out as it hit the gloves. Buttler and Duckett added 76 r...

Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025: Indian Opener Creates History

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  It was a historic moment as explosive Indian opener Gongadi Trisha became the first player to score a century in Under 19 Women’s T20 history. She achieved this remarkable during the final Super Six match against Scotland played at Bayumeas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on 28 th January 2025. After being asked to bat first by the Scotland captain, Niamh Muir, it was carnage by Gongadi Trisha right from the word go putting enough pressure on the Scottish bowlers. She played attacking shots keeping momentum going by hitting boundaries with ease. At the end of the first six overs, Indian openers Trisha and Kamalini raced away to 67 for 0. Trisha reached her fifty off just 27 deliveries making life tough for Scotland bowlers. After completing a well-deserved half-century, Gongadi Trisha continued to hit boundaries and keep the scoreboard ticking. Kamalini also completed her half-century ensuring the Indian team put on a record partnership of 147 runs for the opening wicket.     ...

WTC 2023-25: Pakistan Finish Last

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  The Pakistani Cricket Team endured a horrendous 2023-25 WTC cycle as they finished last after a 120-run loss against West Indies in the 2 nd test match played at Multan Cricket Ground, Multan on 27 th January 2025. They began this cycle with a 2-0 whitewash over Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka during July 2023. Under the captaincy of Babar Azam, Pakistan registered a 4-wicket win in the first test at Galle and then thrashed the hosts by a massive innings and 222 runs loss at SSC, Colombo. Pakistan’s next away was their toughest challenge. They faced Australia in Australia during the 3-match Test series in December 2023-January 2024. Pakistan continued their poor form in tests on Australian soil. Shan Masood was appointed the captain removing Babar Azam. They began this series with a disappointing 360-run loss at Optus Stadium, Perth. Pakistan gave a tough fight in the 2 nd test at Melbourne but could not withstand the loss by 79 runs. Despite, Aamar Jamal’s brilliant performanc...

BBL 2024-25: Mitchell Owen’s Special Leads Hobart Hurricanes To First Title

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  Hobart Hurricanes defeated Sydney Thunder in a one-sided final played at Ninja Stadium, Belivere Oval, Hobart on 27 th January 2025. Hobart Hurricanes captain Nathan Ellis won the bat flip and decided to field first. After a quiet first over by Riley Meredith, Jason Sangha put pressure on the home team with attacking shots. At the end of the first four overs, Sydney Thunder raced away to 40 for 0. On the other hand, David Warner looked cautious not able to time the shots. Sangha and Warner showed intent keeping the scoreboard ticking with boundaries and taking singles. Both Thunder openers looked in complete control making life tough for Hurricanes bowlers. After the first drinks break, the Hurricanes captain Nathan Ellis struck immediately dismissing David Warner caught by Matthew Wade. Sangha and Warner added 97 runs for the opening wicket. Ellis got rid of Matthew Gilkes’ very next delivery, taking an inside edge onto the stumps. Jason Sangha looked composed, reaching...

Under 19 Women’s World Cup 2025: Indian Team Enters Semi-Final

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  The Indian Women’s Under 19 team proved too strong for the Bangladesh team in their first Group 1 Super Six match played at Bayumeas Oval, Kuala Lumpur on 25 th January 2025. After the first match between Scotland and Sri Lanka was washed out due to rain, the second encounter was delayed because of a wet outfield. Indian captain Nikki Prasad won the toss and decided to field first on conditions helping the bowlers. The Indian pace duo of Joshita and Shabnim Shakil rattled the Bangladesh batting line-up not allowing them to score runs easily. It was a disciplined bowling effort by the Indian bowlers as they gave just 16 runs in the first six overs, picking 3 wickets also putting enough pressure on Bangladesh batters. Vaishnavi Sharma also joined the party dismissing Sumaiya Akter keeping the momentum for India. Jannatul Maoua and captain Sumaiya Akther put on a valuable 31- run partnership for the 7 th wicket. Despite their efforts, Bangladesh batters could only post just 64...

Ind vs Eng 2nd T20I: India Beat England In A Thrilling Contest

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  The Indian Cricket Team edged past England in a thrilling 2 nd T20I match played at M Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk on 25 th January 2025. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss again and decided to field first. It was an ideal start for the hosts as Arshdeep Singh struck in the first over dismissing Phil Salt with a simple catch to Washington Sundar at deep square leg. Jos Buttler looked in sublime touch putting some pressure on Indian bowlers with attacking shots. Washington Sundar struck on his first ball dismissing Ben Duckett trying to hit a reverse sweep providing an easy catch to Dhurv Jurel at backward point leaving England in trouble. Buttler looked in great touch keeping the scoreboard ticking making life tough for Indian bowlers. England scored 58 for 2 at the end of the first six overs. Varun Chakvarthy produced a lovely delivery to dismiss Harry Brook. Buttler and Brook added 33 runs for the 3 rd wicket. Liam Livingstone struggled against the Indian spi...

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Ravindra Jadeja Match Winning Performance Against Delhi

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   Phase 2 of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 saw many top Indian players like Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dube &Pant taking part in the prestigious tournament after 1-3 loss to Australia in BGT and a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand at home. Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Rahane &Rohit Sharma failed to perform according to expectations. Ravindra Jadeja showed his mettle for Saurashtra with a match-winning performance with both bat and ball against Delhi. Ravindra Jadeja’s match-winning performance Saurashtra registered a thumping 10-wicket win over Delhi played at Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot. Ravindra Jadeja played a key role with the cherry in both innings. He contributed valuable runs in the 1 st innings. Jadeja started the rot for Delhi dismissing Sanat Sangwan. He then dismissed the well-set Yash Dhull to break a 51-run partnership for the 3 rd wicket. It was a superb bowling effort by the southpaw. When Delhi was looking good, Jadeja dismissed Delhi captain Ayu...

BBL 2024-25: Sydney Thunder Stun Sydney Sixers To Reach The Finals

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  Sydney Thunder stunned favorites Sydney Sixers in the challenger of the 2024-25 Big Bash League played at Sydney Cricket Ground, SCG on 24 th January 2025. Thunder captain David Warner won the bat flip and decided to field first. Jack Edwards and Kurtis Patterson struggle to score runs easily. Nathan McAndrew got the breakthrough for Thunder dismissing Jack Edwards with a lovely catch by Warner at mid-off. It was a disciplined bowling effort by Thunder bowlers not allowing Sixers openers to score runs easily. Wes Agar struck to dismiss Kurtis Patterson as Chris Green took a good catch. At the end of the first four overs, Sixers scored 23 for 2. Joshua Phillipe did not open the innings for the Sixers in this match and came at number 3. Moises Henriques and Joshua Phillipe kept the scoreboard ticking against Tanveer Sangha and Andrew. Joshua Phillipe was run out in an unfortunate manner as it hit the hand of Sangha on the non-striker. Phillipe and Henriques added 31 runs for...