4 years, 5 months ago

Highlights, England vs West Indies 2020, 3rd Test, Day 2 Cricket Match at Manchester: Hosts seize advantage

Check out the live scorecard of the third Test match between England and West Indies being played at Manchester. Day 1 report: Ollie Pope scored an unbeaten 91 and Jos Buttler contributed a half century as England took advantage of a tired West Indies attack to move to 258 for four on Friday when bad light brought play to a premature end on the opening day of the final Test. West Indies had kept a tight rein on their hosts through the first two sessions at Old Trafford but leaked runs after tea to hand England the upper hand in the decisive Test. Rory Burns also contributed 57 runs before being caught at first slip by an instinctive grab from slip fielder Rakheem Cornwall, one of the highlights of the day for the West Indies. Squads: England: Ben Stokes, James Anderson, Dominic Bess, Jofra Archer, Rory Burns, Zak Crawley, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Jos Buttler, Dom Sibley, Mark Wood, Ollie Robinson, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran West Indies: Jason Holder, Jermaine Blackwood, Kraigg Brathwaite, Shamarh Brooks, John Campbell, Roston Chase, Shane Dowrich, Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Raymon Reifer and Kemar Roach, Nkrumah Bonner, Rahkeem Cornwall, Chemar Holder With inputs from Reuters

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

England loses 3 wickets before lunch and at risk of losing 3rd test against New Zealand

Hindustan Times

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Jacob Bethell and Joe Root made half centuries in a 104-run partnership but both fell before lunch Tuesday as England battled to save the third test against New Zealand on the fourth day. England loses 3 wickets before lunch and at risk of losing 3rd test against New Zealand Root was out for 54 after compiling …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

England slide towards heavy defeat in third Test

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2nd Test: Shadman hits fifty, West Indies drop 3 catches on rain-truncated day 1

India Today

Kemar Roach gave the West Indies a strong start on the rain-affected opening day of the Kingston Test, dismissing two Bangladesh batters early. Bangladesh, sent in to bat by captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz, found themselves in early trouble as Kemar Roach struck twice within the first seven overs. Roach, who continued his dominance over Bangladesh, dismissed Mahmudul Hasan Joy for …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

WI vs BAN, 1st Test: West Indies poised to win against Bangladesh after 17 wickets fall on Day 4

The Hindu

Bangladesh trailed the West Indies by 224 runs with only three second-innings wickets in hand at stumps on the fourth day Monday of the first Test. Earlier, the West Indies had to stifle a determined comeback from Bangladesh, which surprisingly declared at its overnight total of 269-9, conceding a first innings lead of 181 runs. Taskin dismissed Mikyle Louis and …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

WI vs BAN, 1st Test: West Indies on cusp of victory after 17 wickets fall on Day 4

India Today

West Indies are on the brink of victory in the first Test against Bangladesh at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, as a chaotic Day 4 saw 17 wickets tumble, leaving the visitors reeling at 109 for 7 in pursuit of 334. Roach and Seales ran riot, claiming three wickets each, leaving Bangladesh's top order in tatters at 23 for 4. …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

England beaten in T20 thriller as West Indies pull off record chase

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

WI vs ENG, 4th T20I: West Indies chases down 219 to beat England by five wickets

The Hindu

Shai Hope and Evin Lewis made half-centuries in a rapid 136-run opening stand as the West Indies completed a record run chase to beat England by five wickets Saturday in the fourth Twenty20 international. Hope made 54 from 24 balls and Lewis made 68 from 31 balls, with seven sixes and four fours, in a partnership which lasted only 9.1 …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

West Indies restore pride with high-scoring win over England

Hindustan Times

West Indies, led by explosive half centuries from openers Shai Hope and Evin Lewis, chased down a target of 219 to beat England with an over to spare to win by five wickets in their T20 international on Saturday. West Indies restore pride with high-scoring win over England The game was a dead rubber with England having already won the …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

WI vs ENG, 3rd T20I: England defeats West Indies by three wickets, storms to series win

The Hindu

Fast bowler Saqib Mahmood again knocked the top off the West Indies innings to set up England’s three-wicket win in the third Twenty20 international on Thursday which clinched a series victory with two matches remaining. Player of the match Mahmood took 3-17, dismissing Evin Lewis in the first over of the match and returning to dismiss Roston Chase and Shimron …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

England wins 3rd T20 against West Indies by 3 wickets to clinch 5-match series

Hindustan Times

GROS ISLET, St. Lucia — Fast bowler Saqib Mahmood again knocked the top off the West Indies innings to set up England's three-wicket win in the third Twenty20 international on Thursday which clinched a series victory with two matches remaining. England wins 3rd T20 against West Indies by 3 wickets to clinch 5-match series Set 146, England reached its target …

2 months ago

WI vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Carty, King centuries propel West Indies to series victory over England

The Hindu

Stunning centuries from Keacy Carty and Brandon King steered West Indies to an eight-wicket victory over England in the third and final One-Day International in Barbados on Wednesday as the hosts sealed the series 2-1. Archer struggled with the ball, however, as Keacy posted his first international ton and King made his third ODI century in a second-wicket partnership of …

2 months ago

WI vs ENG: Carty, King hit hundreds as West Indies seal series with 8-wicket win

India Today

Under the Kensington Oval lights, West Indies claimed a dominant eight-wicket win over England, clinching a 2-1 series victory with centuries from Keacy Carty and Brandon King. Carty’s maiden century, a brisk 97-ball effort, made him the first player from St Maarten to achieve this milestone for the West Indies. However, injuries amongst West Indies’ bowlers, including Romario Shepherd’s exit …

Early Strike by John Turner: West Indies Struggles in Second ODI

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2 months, 1 week ago

Early Strike by John Turner: West Indies Struggles in Second ODI

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West Indies are bowling first in the second ODI of the three-match series against England at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Saturday (November 2). John Turner has taken two wickets in his first two overs, including a maiden international wicket with a ball that tempted the batter to go for the drive. The match is centerd on …

2 months, 1 week ago

England must 'try and bat for 50 overs', urges interim coach Marcus Trescothick, after yet another batting capitulation leaves the side on the brink of ODI series defeat in the West Indies

Daily Mail

England have waded into depressingly familiar territory at the start of their annual jaunt to the Caribbean, showing that whatever the personnel and format, they cannot cope on pitches that are less than pristine. Yes, there were mitigating circumstances for the eight-wicket hiding to West Indies in the early hours of Friday morning - they travelled here without half a …

2 months, 1 week ago

West Indies Dominate England in Rained Opener

The Hindu

West Indies secure convincing victory over England in the opening match of their One-Day International series opener. Despite England's experimental debut line-up struggling to reach a competitive total of 209 all out, the hosts made a strong start with a rain-aided 8-wicket victory. West Indies skipper Shai Hope praised the performance of their experienced batsman Evin Lewis, who scored a …

Lewis's Explosion Powers West Indies to Victory in Rain-Affected First ODI

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2 months, 1 week ago

Lewis's Explosion Powers West Indies to Victory in Rain-Affected First ODI

The Hindu

West Indies dominated the first ODI against England, securing an emphatic eight-wicket win in challenging conditions. Led by the masterful Evin Lewis, the West Indies amassed a formidable 157 runs thanks to eight sixes in his impressive 69-ball innings. Despite England's valiant efforts, they were bowled out for 209 in 45.1 overs, with Lewis being the standout performer for the …

2 months, 1 week ago

England suffer horror start to West Indies tour as Liam Livingstone's side lose by eight wickets in first ODI

Daily Mail

England made a horrific start to their limited-overs tour of the Caribbean, crashing to an eight-wicket defeat to West Indies. England made a horrific start to their Caribbean tour, losing by eight wickets to West Indies West Indies opener Evin Lewis hit 94 off 69 balls as the hosts chased a revised total of 157 Jayden Seales took two for …

2 months, 1 week ago

West Indies Dominate Inexperienced England in Dominant First ODI

India Today

West Indies dominated an inexperienced England in the opening match of the three-match ODI series. Led by Evin Lewis's explosive batting, the West Indies reached a comfortable 157/9 in 45.1 overs, thanks to eight towering sixes. Despite England's valiant efforts, led by Liam Livingstone, they struggled to reach a competitive total, ultimately falling short by 8 wickets.

Livingstone and Curran Shine as England Registers 209 in First ODI

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2 months, 1 week ago

Livingstone and Curran Shine as England Registers 209 in First ODI

Hindustan Times

England secured a comfortable victory in the first One-Day International against the West Indies, reaching 209 in 46 overs. Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran shared a 72-run partnership, with Livingstone top-scoring with 48 and Curran contributing 37 before being dismissed by left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie. England's bowling attack, led by Roston Chase, proved effective, with Motie taking 4-41 in his …

2 months, 1 week ago

West Indies crush England by eight wickets in first ODI

The Telegraph

Four new debutants held out the promise of regeneration for England’s one-day international side. Instead, all the new faces only led to the same old result: an eight-wicket defeat to West Indies, which continued England’s abject recent record in the Caribbean. When England visited the region for this year’s T20 World Cup, their limp display sealed the end of Matthew …

4 months ago

ENG vs SL, Day 3: Sri Lanka seizes control over England, on course to win third test

The Hindu

Sri Lanka was on course for a series-closing victory over England after reaching 94-1 in its chase of 219 to win the third test at The Oval on Sunday. After skittling England for 156, Sri Lanka seized control late on Day 3 as Pathum Nissanka played beautifully for 53 not out and was enjoying a 55-run partnership with Kusal Mendis. …

4 months ago

Sri Lanka take control of third Test against careless England

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4 months ago

Sri Lanka seizes control over England and on course to win 3rd test after reaching 94-1 chasing 219

Hindustan Times

LONDON — Sri Lanka was on course for a series-closing victory over England after reaching 94-1 in its chase of 219 to win the third test at The Oval on Sunday. Sri Lanka seizes control over England and on course to win 3rd test after reaching 94-1 chasing 219 After skittling England for 156, Sri Lanka seized control late on …

4 months ago

Sri Lanka seizes control over England and on course to win 3rd test after reaching 94-1 chasing 219

Associated Press

LONDON — Sri Lanka was on course for a series-closing victory over England after reaching 94-1 in its chase of 219 to win the third test at The Oval on Sunday. After skittling England for 156, Sri Lanka seized control late on Day 3 as Pathum Nissanka played beautifully for 53 not out and was enjoying a 55-run partnership with …

4 months ago

Sri Lanka all out for 263, 62 behind, on third day at Oval

Hindustan Times

By Lawrence White Sri Lanka all out for 263, 62 behind, on third day at Oval LONDON - England skittled Sri Lanka out for 263 at the Oval on Sunday to claim a first innings lead of 62 on day three, as they seek a clean sweep of summer test victories for the first time since 2004. England nonetheless soon …

4 months, 1 week ago

England close in on series victory over Sri Lanka

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4 months, 1 week ago

Root hits England-record 34th test century as hosts close in on series victory over Sri Lanka

Associated Press

LONDON — Joe Root chalked up a record 34th test century for England as the hosts raced closer to a series victory over Sri Lanka in the second test at Lord’s on Saturday. While he reached double figures for the first time in four innings as the stand-in England captain, Pope was out for 17 to an ugly premeditated hack …

4 months, 1 week ago

Cricket-England set Sri Lanka 483 target as Root makes 34th test century

Hindustan Times

LONDON, - Joe Root hit a record 34th test century for England on Saturday as the home side set Sri Lanka a huge target of 483 to win the second test at Lord's and level the three-match series. Cricket-England set Sri Lanka 483 target as Root makes 34th test century England were all out for 251 on the third day, …

4 months, 1 week ago

Joe Root surpasses Sir Alastair Cook’s England Test hundreds record

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4 months, 1 week ago

England remain on top against Sri Lanka despite another low score for Ollie Pope

The Independent

4 months, 1 week ago

England on track to win series against Sri Lanka by dominating second test after Atkinson century

Associated Press

LONDON — England moved into a powerful position to win the series against Sri Lanka by taking a stranglehold on the second test at Lord’s after an unlikely century by fast bowler Gus Atkinson and another batting collapse by the tourists on Friday. After Atkinson’s entertaining 118 off 115 balls led England to 427 all out, Sri Lanka was skittled …

4 months, 1 week ago

Ollie Pope struggles again as England bat first against Sri Lanka

The Independent

4 months, 1 week ago

Joe Root hits 33rd test century for England with 143 to punish Sri Lanka in second test at Lord’s

Associated Press

LONDON — Joe Root joined Alastair Cook on a record 33 test centuries for England by hitting 143 to anchor his team’s recovery to 358-7 on Day 1 of the second test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s on Thursday. An injudicious scoop shot that brought an end to his latest exquisite innings at the home of cricket just before stumps …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jamie Smith’s maiden century helps England take control of Sri Lanka in first Test

The Independent

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Harry Brook-Jamie Smith help England take lead over Sri Lanka on Day 2 of 1st Test

India Today

Sri Lanka's bowlers put up a spirited fight on the second day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford, keeping the contest finely balanced despite challenging weather conditions. However, half-centuries from Jamie Smith and Harry Brook provided England first innings lead as they recovered from 125 for 4 to close on 259 for 6 by the end of …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Smith drives England to 23-run lead over Sri Lanka before bad light stops play

Hindustan Times

MANCHESTER, England -Jamie Smith's unbeaten 72 propelled England to a 23-run lead over Sri Lanka on day two of the opening test on Thursday at Old Trafford where only 57 overs were bowled after the first session was washed out and bad light stopped play. Smith drives England to 23-run lead over Sri Lanka before bad light stops play Harry …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

England takes first-innings lead over Sri Lanka thanks to unbeaten 72 by Jamie Smith in first test

Associated Press

MANCHESTER, England — Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith pushed England into a 23-run first-innings lead over Sri Lanka in the first test on Thursday by hitting 72 not out as his team reached 259-6 before play ended early on a weather-affected Day 2 at Old Trafford. Replying to the Sri Lankans’ 236 all out, England also had 56 from Harry Brook and …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka recovers from woeful start to post 236 against England on Day 1 of first cricket test

Associated Press

MANCHESTER, England — Sri Lanka recovered from slumping to 6-3 after seven overs to post a respectable 236 on Day 1 of the first test against England on the back of half-centuries by captain Dhananjaya de Silva and debutant Milan Rathnayake at Old Trafford on Wednesday. Following a dominant 3-0 series win over the West Indies, England — missing captain …

5 months ago

SA vs WI, 1st Test: Maharaj helps South Africa keep West Indies at bay on rain-affected Day 3

The Hindu

West Indies still trails South Africa by 212 runs after Keshav Maharaj’s three wickets helped frustrate the hosts on a rain-affected Day 3 of the first test at the Queen’s Park Oval. West Indies went from 114-1 to 124-4, with Maharaj taking the wickets of Keacy Carty and Alick Athanaze in quick succession. Earlier Friday, West Indies quickly ended South …

5 months ago

SA vs WI, 1st Test: Half-centuries by Bavuma and De Zorzi lead South Africa to 344/8 against West Indies

The Hindu

Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi led South Africa to 344-8 in its first innings at stumps on Day 2 of the first test against the West Indies at the Queen’s Park Oval on Thursday. Kyle Verreynne and Wiaan Mulder also made valuable contributions with the bat for South Africa. Left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican was the pick of the West …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

West Indies fight back against England to put a whitewash on hold - as Gus Atkinson dazzles with the ball but England look ropey with the bat on the opening day of the Third Test

Daily Mail

The hosts close an enthralling first day of cricket at 38-3 – 244 runs behind England's hopes of the whitewash that many had regarded as a formality were dealt a blow by three late wickets as West Indies fought back on a topsy-turvy day at Edgbaston. Four wickets for Gus Atkinson and three on his home ground for Chris Woakes …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

England take five wickets but West Indies put up a fight at Edgbaston

The Independent

5 months, 2 weeks ago

England 38-3 after dismissing West Indies for 282 on first day at Edgbaston

Associated Press

BIRMINGHAM, England — England’s openers were routed after fast bowler Gus Atkinson seized the initiative from the West Indies on a lively first day Friday of the third test at Edgbaston. The West Indies, outclassed at Lord’s and outlasted at Trent Bridge, got the better of the initial exchanges, winning the toss and posting the biggest opening partnership of the …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

World Test Championship 2023-25 Updated Points Table After England's 2nd Test Win Over West Indies

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WTC 2023-25: England have recorded a series victory over West Indies in the ongoing 3-match Test series, as the home side, with their emphatic win in the 2nd Test match, now take an unassailable 2-0 lead. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 An incredible effort as we bowl the West Indies out in a session 👏 pic.twitter.com/fmqNTqQY0E — England Cricket July 21, 2024 A big …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Eng vs WI 2nd Test: England wins 2nd Test by 241 runs to claim series

The Hindu

West Indies collapsed in the evening session as England won the second Test by 241 runs with rookie spinner Shoaib Bashir taking 5-41 after hundreds from Joe Root and Harry Brook set up the series-clinching win at Trent Bridge. Root and Brook, the long-reigning king of England's batting unit and his heir apparent, reeled off classy centuries to pave the …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

West Indies collapse as England wins 2nd test by 241 runs to claim series

Associated Press

NOTTINGHAM, England — West Indies collapsed in the evening session on Sunday as England won the second test by 241 runs with rookie spinner Shoaib Bashir taking 5-41 after hundreds from Joe Root and Harry Brook set up the series-clinching win at Trent Bridge. Root and Brook, the long-reigning king of England’s batting unit and his heir apparent, reeled off …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

ENG vs WI, 2nd Test: Shoaib Bashir, batters lead England to series win after falling behind in first innings

India TV News

England registered a thumping 241-run win over West Indies to claim the second Test match and a series win at Trent Bridge on Sunday, July 21. Joe Root and Harry Brook recorded quick centuries to help England set a challenging target and then Shoaib Bashir picked a five-fer to bowl out West Indies to 143 on Day 4 in Nottingham. …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Eng vs WI 2nd Test: Duckett, Pope, Brook extend England's lead

The Hindu

Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope and Harry Brook made half centuries to lift England to 248-3 and a lead of 207 runs over West Indies on the third day of the second Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday. Duckett scored 76, Pope 51 and Brook 71 not out as England fought back well after West Indies took a first-innings lead of …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-Duckett, Pope, Brook extend England's lead over Windies

Hindustan Times

* Cricket-Duckett, Pope, Brook extend England's lead over Windies England close on 248-3, lead Windies by 207 runs * Brook 71 not out, Duckett 76 * Da Silva, Joseph share 71-run last-wicket stand for Windies NOTTINGHAM, England, - Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope and Harry Brook made half centuries to lift England to 248-3 and a lead of 207 runs over …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Da Silva and Joseph hit out as West Indies lead England in 2nd Test

Hindustan Times

Joshua Da Silva and Shamar Joseph frustrated England with a dashing last-wicket stand at Trent Bridge on Saturday as West Indies compiled their first total of 450 or more in a Test for nearly a decade. Da Silva and Joseph hit out as West Indies lead England in 2nd Test The pair shared a partnership of 71 in 13 overs …

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New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series

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NZ vs SL highlights, 2nd ODI: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs, leads series 2-0

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New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series

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New Zealand seal series with 113-run win vs hapless Sri Lanka in rain-marred 2nd ODI

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India's full schedule for World Test Championship 2025-27: 14 Tests against SENA, including chance to avenge Australia

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Heading into the final few matches of the 2023-25 World Test Championship cycle, it seemed like almost a formality that India would confirm a spot at Lord’s for their third consecutive WTC final appearance. India's Jasprit Bumrah reacts with teammates during the trophy ceremony after the fifth cricket Test match between Australia and India at The SCG in Sydney on …

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"Everything was fine till Dravid was there...,": Harbhajan Singh raises concern over India's recent form

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"Everything was fine till Dravid was there...,": Harbhajan Singh raises concern over India's recent form

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New Delhi, : Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes it is time for India to move ahead of the "star culture" and raised questions about the team's sudden downfall after the T20 World Cup success, in a video posted on his YouTube Channel. "Everything was fine till Dravid was there.,": Harbhajan Singh raises concern over India's recent form Everything seems to …

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Australia's ploy to 'break Rohit, make him anonymous, skip SCG Test' laid bare: 'They couldn't do it to Rahane, Bumrah'

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Former Australia cricketer Kerry O’Keeffe identified the most crucial factor behind the home team's ability to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years with a 3-1 series win against India. India's Jasprit Bumrah reacts with teammates during the trophy ceremony after the fifth cricket Test match between Australia and India Before the start of the series in Perth in November …

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Virat Kohli’s nightmare in the corridor of temptation: A statistical deep dive

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Virat Kohli punched his thigh and furiously let out an expletive, directed at himself, as he fatally nicked a ball outside off-stump for the eighth time in the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The length and back-of-a-length balls on and outside off-stump, which accounted for seven of Kohli’s eight dismissals in the series, were the most frequently bowled deliveries to him. Out …

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On this day: Monkeygate scandal that rocked cricket and marred Australia’s record win

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On this day in 2008, Australia secured a 122-run victory over India, equalling their record of 16 consecutive Test wins, however, the match was overshadowed by controversies involving umpiring errors and allegations of racial abuse. Andrew Symonds was instrumental in this innings, scoring an unbeaten 162, a feat later tainted by his admission of having edged a ball early in …

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Cricket News Live Today January 6, 2025: ‘He made Australia top-order look silly’: Ponting's ultimate ‘best series of fast bowling’ praise for Jasprit Bumrah

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Cricket News Live Today January 6, 2025: ‘He made Australia top-order look silly’: Ponting's ultimate ‘best series of fast bowling’ praise for Jasprit Bumrah

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India TV Sports Wrap on January 6: Today's top 10 trending news stories

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Pakistan with a valiant opening stand between Shan Masood and Babar Azam made a match out of it in the second Test in Cape Town while following-on. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories Australia qualify for WTC final, to meet South Africa in summit clash Australia will take on South Africa in the World Test Championship final in June at Lord's. …

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SA vs PAK, 2nd Test Day 3: Captain Shan Masood leads Pakistan fightback with century

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Shan Masood and Babar Azam shared a record opening partnership as Pakistan fought back after conceding a 421-run first innings deficit on the third day of the second Test against at Newlands on Sunday. It also exceeded Pakistan’s first innings total of 194, which prompted South African captain Temba Bavuma to enforce the follow-on. AS IT HAPPENED: SA vs PAK …

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Captain Masood leads Pakistan fight back in second Test

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Captain Masood leads Pakistan fight back in second Test

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Shan Masood and Babar Azam shared a record opening partnership as Pakistan fought back after conceding a 421-run first innings deficit on the third day of the second Test against at Newlands on Sunday. Captain Masood leads Pakistan fight back in second Test Pakistan were 213 for one in their follow-on innings at close of play, still 208 runs short …

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Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’

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India crumbled to a defeat against Australia in the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney, losing the series 1-3. India’s campaign was filled with controversy, where fans saw Virat Kohli have a meltdown with Australian reporters in an airport, and then the former captain also had a shoulder bump controversy with Sam Konstas. India's Rohit Sharma gestures …

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NZ vs SL 1st ODI: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by nine wickets to lead series 1-0

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Will Young made an unbeaten 90 and shared a 93-run opening partnership with Rachin Ravindra which propelled New Zealand to a nine-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the first One-Day International Sunday and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier, Matt Henry took four for 19 as New Zealand bowled out Sri Lanka for 178 in just over 43 …

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India out of WTC final as Australia win series 3-1 to reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years

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India out of WTC final as Australia win series 3-1 to reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years

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Team India will miss out on a place in the World Test Championship final for the first time since the tournament's inception, as the side faced a 6-wicket defeat to Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. The loss meant Australia win the series after 10 years, claiming a 3-1 victory to secure their …

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Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’

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Veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggle runs have intensified especially during the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. With India not playing Test cricket for a while, the team management and selectors will have a big call to make on the future of senior cricketers and the future of the team going forward. Sanjay Manjrekar wants Virat Kohli - …

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Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI

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Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI Avishka Fernando scored a gritty half century in an 87-run partnership with Janith Liyanage which helped Sri Lanka to 178 as it batted first Sunday in the first one-day international against New Zealand. Matt Henry took 4-19 from his 10 overs for …

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Cricket-Krishna stalls Australia's victory chase in Sydney

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By Nick Mulvenney Cricket-Krishna stalls Australia's victory chase in Sydney SYDNEY, - Indian paceman Prasidh Krishna, standing in for injured skipper Jasprit Bumrah, kept the fifth test on a knife edge on Sunday by reducing Australia to 71 for three at lunch on day three, still 91 runs from their victory target of 162. The Sydney Cricket Ground was bathed …

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Australia 91 runs from victory in knife-edge fifth India Test

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Australia inched to within 91 runs of winning a knife-edge fifth Test and a thrilling series Sunday after India set them a victory target of 162, but they lost three wickets along the way. Australia 91 runs from victory in knife-edge fifth India Test At lunch on day three at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Australia were 71-3 with Usman Khawaja …

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IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Kohli teases Sydney crowd with ‘Sandpaper Gate’ gesture after Steve Smith wicket

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India’s acting captain Virat Kohli teased the crowd over the infamous ‘Sandpaper Gate’ scandal after Australia’s Steve Smith fell one run short of reaching 10,000 Test runs during the third day of the fifth Test in Sydney on Sunday. After the wicket, Kohli, stationed in the slip cordon, turned to the crowd and pulled out his empty pockets, imitating Cameron …

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Australia vs India quick hits: Bumrah injured, Smith short of 10,000 runs

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With the Test series on the line, Jasprit Bumrah's injury rocks India, Rishabh Pant smacks a 29-ball half-century and bowlers continue to dominate. Smith falls five runs short of the 10,000 milestone Steve Smith scored 33 in the first innings, leaving him on 9,995 career Test runs. Kohli caught behind again in likely final Test innings in Australia Australia has …

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Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'

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Sunil Gavaskar says SCG pitch for Australia-India Test is 'not ideal'

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India legend Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the double standards applied to discussions around Test conditions in Australia and India as the SCG Test looks set to wrap up within three days. Quick hits: Bumrah injury rocks India, Pat goes wild and bowlers dominate Photo shows Rishabh Pant swings a bat, Pat Cummins jumps and punches his fist, Bumrah hug Jaiswal …

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Rohit Sharma for England? Test cricket not for 37-year-olds at top-order: Katich

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Former Australia opener Simon Katich warned Rohit Sharma that England might not be the easiest place to regain form in Test cricket, adding that the captain would know what the future holds for him in the longest format of the game. ROHIT HAS GOOD FUTURE IN STAND-UP COMEDY: KATICH Despite not featuring in the XI in Sydney, Rohit remained adamant …

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NZ vs SL: Young, Henry star as New Zealand thump Sri Lanka in 1st ODI

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New Zealand dominated Sri Lanka in a commanding nine-wicket victory at the Basin Reserve, with their fast bowlers dismantling Sri Lanka’s top order before a clinical batting display sealed the chase. On a green-tinged pitch, New Zealand’s pacers exploited the conditions to devastating effect, reducing Sri Lanka to 23 for 4 inside the powerplay. Kamindu Mendis compounded Sri Lanka's woes …

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World Test Championship: India fail to reach final for first time in history

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World Test Championship: India fail to reach final for first time in history

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India failed to reach the World Test Championship final for the first time in the history of the competition. WTC 2025 TABLE AFTER INDIA'S SYDNEY LOSS South Africa and Australia qualify for WTC 2025 Final HOW INDIA PERFORMED IN WTC 2023-25 CYCLE India began their cycle with a series win in the West Indies. India then began their final stretch …

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‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

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The Indian cricket team is currently going through a tough phase, which has been made worse by veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s continued batting struggles. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir with captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a practice session. But clearly, there is a technical problem and now; there is a problem of confidence as …

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Cricket News Live Today January 5, 2025: ‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

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Cricket News Live Today January 5, 2025: ‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

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India vs Australia 5th Test Day 3 LIVE Score: Cummins gets the better of Jadeja; Bumrah mystery adds unexpected twist

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India vs Australia 5th Test Day 3 LIVE Score: Ravindra Jadeja failed to put up a solid fightback with the bat in the first session and was dismissed in the third over of the day by Pat Cummins. Day two saw India bowl out Australia for 181 runs after an all-round bowling effort, taking a narrow 4-run lead into the …

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"Both attacks blessed with some generational talent": Australia coach on delicately poised final Test against India

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Sydney, : Following the end of the second day's play during the fifth and final Test against Australia at Sydney, Australian coach Andrew McDonald said that despite some dominance of Australian bowlers in the match, chasing a low total below 200 runs will be a task coming with plenty of pressure given how effective bowling has been on a tricky …

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Pakistan in trouble after Ryan Rickelton leads South African run feast in 2nd Test

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Pakistan in trouble after Ryan Rickelton leads South African run feast in 2nd Test

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Pakistan were reeling in response to a relentless South African batting performance on the second day of the second Test at Newlands on Saturday. Pakistan were reeling in response to a relentless South African batting performance on the second day of the second Test. Left-handed opening batsman Rickelton made a chanceless 259, South Africa's joint seventh highest Test score, before …

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SA vs PAK, 2nd Test Day 2: Rickelton’s 259 puts South Africa in control against Pakistan

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South Africa racked up 615 runs thanks to Ryan Rickelton’s career-best 259 and then reduced Pakistan to 64-3 by stumps on day two of the second Test at Newlands on Saturday. The left-hander posted South Africa’s first Test double century in eight years. But he took a back seat when South Africa resumed the day on 316-4 as Kyle Verreynne …

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"His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test

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Sydney, : India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar reacted to wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's exceptional knock on the second day of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. "His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test Pant played a marvellous …

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AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Boland’s precision, Pant’s brilliance keep contest in balance

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The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is at its tipping point. Next man Pant greeted Boland with a six and when Shubman Gill tried to emulate, he fell to Beau Webster. India’s Nitish Kumar Reddy after being dismissed by Scott Boland. His partner Alex Carey clipped some fours while India coped with Jasprit Bumrah’s absence as the skipper left the venue for some …

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Sydney Test: India 141-6 at stumps, lead by 145 runs against Australia

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Sydney Test: India 141-6 at stumps, lead by 145 runs against Australia

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Sydney: Rishabh Pant smashed a whirlwind 32-ball 61 as India reached 141 for six at stumps after dismissing Australia for 181 on the second day of the final Test here on Saturday. Pant hit the second-fastest fifty for India in Test cricket, reaching the landmark off just 29 balls as the visitors opted for an attacking strategy in their second …

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India bowlers shine as they restrict Australia to 181 at stroke of Tea on Day 2

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Sydney, : Indian seamers Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj along with all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy helped India take the upper hand at the stroke of Tea on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. India bowlers shine as they restrict Australia to 181 at stroke of Tea on Day 2 At Tea …

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