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"He Pressed Forward...": Allan Donald Decodes Sachin Tendulkar's Tremendous Record In South Africa

Legendary South Africa cricket team fast bowler Allan Donald decoded the reason behind Sachin Tendulkar's tremendous form against the Proteas. While India batters have historically struggled in South Africa, Sachin has scored four Test centuries in five tours to the nation. “It's not an easy place to combat. We see that daily in South Africa, the ball does nip around more than it does in Australia or England. If your footwork isn't 100 percent then you are in trouble,” Donald told PTI in an exclusive interview.

'Sab Sledging Karenge': Young Captain's Pep Talk Ahead Of Match Goes Viral

When we hear the word sledging in cricket, it reminds us of the Australian team during the late 90s and early 2000s. Australia, under the leadership of Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting, was not only famous for their skills on the field, but also their aggressive sledging of opponents. The side from Down Under won several games with their skills on the field, but there were times when the Australian team of the past had to take a different approach to gain an advantage over their opponents. Ponting's Australia had mastered the art of sledging, winning two World Cup titles under that period.

Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Urges Australian Government For "Country-wide Search, Best Detectives' To Find David Warner's Stolen Cap

Ahead of his final Test for the Australian cricket team against Pakistan, David Warner had his focus on something else. In an emotional plea on social media, the star opener revealed that his 'Baggy Green' cap had been stolen. “Unfortunately this is my last resort, to do this,” Warner said in a post on Instagram. "Unfortunately someone has taken my backpack out of my actual luggage, which had my backpack and my girls' presents in there. Inside this backpack was my baggy greens. That's sentimental to me, it's something I would love to have back in my hands, walking out there come this week. If it's the backpack you really wanted, I have a spare one here. You won't get into any trouble… I'm happy to give this to you if you return my baggy greens."

Australia out for Pakistan sweep in Warner Week

SYDNEY : Australia will go for the tried and tested as they look to sweep Pakistan in their three-match series and send veteran opener David Warner out a winner at his home ground in his final test this week.

Trott to continue as Afghanistan head coach for 2024

KABUL : Former England batter Jonathan Trott has signed a contract extension as Afghanistan head coach following their remarkable World Cup campaign in India.

Waugh slams S Africa for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over NZ tests

SYDNEY : Former Australia captain Steve Waugh said South Africa's decision to send a shadow side to New Zealand for a test tour while their top players take part in a domestic T20 tournament shows the longest format of the game is under threat.

Watch: David Warner Loses 'Baggy Green' Ahead Of Farewell Test. His Heartfelt Appeal Goes Viral

Australia batter David Warner has revealed that his Baggy Green (Test cap) was lost on transit on the eve of his farewell Test in Sydney on Tuesday. Taking to social media, Warner shared a heartfelt message and pleaded for the safe return of his baggy green. In a video uploaded on Instagram, Warner shared a "last resort" appeal, revealing that his Baggy Green was stolen from his backpack. The 37-year-old had return to his hometown, Sydney, following Australia's win over Pakistan in the Boxing-Day Test last week.

Australia Unchanged For David Warner's Farewell Test Against Pakistan

Australia opted Tuesday against playing a second spinner in the final Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground, naming an unchanged line-up for David Warner's farewell match. Skipper Pat Cummins confirmed Australia's fast-bowling trio had all recovered well from the second Test in Melbourne four days ago after clinching the three-match series with a tense 79-run win. The SCG has a reputation for taking turn, but the hosts did not consider bringing a second spinner into the team to partner Nathan Lyon, he said.

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"He Pressed Forward...": Allan Donald Decodes Sachin Tendulkar's Tremendous Record In South Africa

'Sab Sledging Karenge': Young Captain's Pep Talk Ahead Of Match Goes Viral

Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Urges Australian Government For "Country-wide Search, Best Detectives' To Find David Warner's Stolen Cap

Australia out for Pakistan sweep in Warner Week

Trott to continue as Afghanistan head coach for 2024

Waugh slams S Africa for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over NZ tests

Watch: David Warner Loses 'Baggy Green' Ahead Of Farewell Test. His Heartfelt Appeal Goes Viral

Australia Unchanged For David Warner's Farewell Test Against Pakistan