12 stories · newest first
PADIKKAL SCORES MAIDEN CENTURY
AI summaryIndia finished a rain-affected day of play at 288 for 2, driven by an unbeaten 131 from new number three batter Padikkal. KL Rahul contributed 77 runs before retiring hurt, leaving India in a strong overall position despite weather disruptions.
AZHAR ALI ON TEST SLUMP
AI summaryFormer Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has blamed the decline of departmental cricket for the national team's recent struggles in Test cricket. He described the departmental setup as the primary nursery for developing domestic talent in the country.
STADIUM WORK EXPEDITED
AI summaryMaritime Affairs Minister Mohammad Junaid Anwar has instructed the Port Qasim Authority to fast-track its delayed cricket stadium and academy project in Karachi. Additionally, the minister called for launching the construction process for a new hockey stadium at the authority's housing complex.
INDIA BAT IN GALLE
AI summaryIndia opted to bat first in Galle after winning the toss against Sri Lanka, featuring Devdutt Padikkal in their XI and Kuldeep Yadav as one of three frontline spinners. Sri Lanka handed a Test debut to Nuwantha while recalling Niroshan Dickwella to their lineup after three years.
HAZLEWOOD HITS 300 TEST WICKETS
AI summaryAustralian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood achieved the milestone of 300 Test wickets after returning figures of 6 for 89 against Bangladesh. Despite his efforts, Bangladesh built a strong position by taking a 228-run lead before Mahmud dismissed both Australian openers.
INDIA AIM FOR WTC RECOVERY
AI summaryIndia will play Sri Lanka in a two-Test series starting Saturday in Galle as they attempt to revive their World Test Championship final hopes. Sitting fifth in the standings following home losses to New Zealand and South Africa, captain Shubman Gill stated the team requires six or seven wins to stay in contention.
KINGS STUN FALCONS IN THRILLER
AI summaryKings secured a dramatic win over Falcons after recovering from a severe collapse in a rain-curtailed match. Driven by an all-round effort from Forde, Kings successfully chased down their revised target of 52 runs.
HAZLEWOOD REACHES 300 TEST WICKETS
AI summaryAustralian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood achieved a career milestone by claiming his 300th Test wicket on day three of the opening Test match against Bangladesh in Darwin. The accomplishment places him among an elite cohort of Australian pacers who have crossed the 300-wicket mark in international Test cricket.
SUNRISERS REACH HUNDRED FINAL
AI summarySunrisers have qualified for the women's Hundred final following a decisive performance against Southern Brave. Standout contributions from Baker and Winfield-Hill helped seal the victory after Southern Brave managed only 114 for 7 in the first innings.
RATHOUR COACHES DUBLIN GUARDIANS
AI summaryFormer India batting coach Vikram Rathour has been named head coach of Dublin Guardians for the upcoming ETPL season. Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar is set to link up with spinner Ravichandran Ashwin at the franchise.
RATHOUR LEADS DUBLIN GUARDIANS
AI summaryDublin Guardians have appointed former Indian national team batting coach Vikram Rathour as their new head coach, according to ESPNcricinfo. The squad has also bolstered its lineup by acquiring all-rounder Vijay Shankar, who will join veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.
FAKHAR TON POWERS GREENS
AI summaryPakistan Greens secured the top spot in the tournament after defeating Pakistan Gold, propelled by Fakhar's second consecutive century. The result officially eliminated Pakistan Gold from the competition following their second straight loss.