Wolvaardt leads 15-player Proteas squad at T20 Women's World Cup
There were no surprises as Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced a 15-player squad for next month's T20 Women's World Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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Bangladesh sweep test series in Pakistan in healing touch for troubled nation
:Bangladesh cruised to a six-wicket victory in the second test against Pakistan on Tuesday to complete a 2-0 series sweep and provide a healing touch to a nation recovering from a political upheaval.
Updated WTC Points Table After Bangladesh Stun Pakistan 2-0 In Test Series
Bangladesh unlocked a historic feat on Tuesday as they defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the second Test of the two-match series. With this win, Bangladesh swept away the the series with 2-0 scoreline, which also turned out be their first-ever clean sweep against an Asian side in their own home. Pakistan, who were keen to make a strong comeback after facing defeat in the first Test by 10 wickets, failed to live up to the expectations in the second match of the series.
Big WTC Challenge For India, Final To Be Held In This Country
The third World Test Championship (WTC) final will be played at the iconic Lord's between June 11 and 15 next year, announced the International Cricket Council on Tuesday. The ICC has marked June 16 as the reserve day, if required. "The ICC World Test Championship Final has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in the cricketing calendar and we are pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 edition," said ICC CEO Geoff Allardice in a statement.
PCB "Has Taken Divide And Rule Policy": Ex-Captain's Charge On Babar Azam-Saheen Afridi Tussle
Pakistan cricket team is not looking in great shape. After losing the first Test against Bangladesh, Pakistan is not good touch in the second Test too. Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie acknowledged that Bangladesh were favourites. "The odds are probably in favour of Bangladesh and we don't shy away from that," said Gillespie, who is coaching Pakistan for his first series. "We know what can happen, but we took six for 26 in the first innings so we know that we can have an impact with the ball."
Babar Azam Test Retirement Announcement Triggers Social Media Storm. But, It's Fake
Amid Babar Azam's struggles with the bat, the Pakistan star has become a constant target for trolls on social media. As the talismanic batter failed to lift his team's morale with a poor show in the second Test against Bangladesh, fake announcement of him deciding to quit Test cricket went viral on social media. A number of fans shared fake farewell messages from the Pakistan cricketer, luring in many to believe that the top-order batter has decided to quit the longest format of the game in reality.
Bangladesh Tease Pakistan Star Abrar Ahmed Over Clumsy Entry, Internet Thinks It's "Fear Of Getting Timed Out'
Pakistan are in dire straits. After losing the first Test against Bangladesh, the Shan Masood-led side is staring at a defeat in the second Test too. If it happens, it will be a humiliating clean-sweep at home. Pacemen Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana shared nine wickets on Monday to set Bangladesh on course for victory over Pakistan before rain stopped play on the fourth day of the second Test. Hasan took 5-43 while Nahid added 4-44 -- both career-best figures -- in dismissing Pakistan for 172 in their second innings and giving the visitors a target of 185 to secure a 2-0 series win in Rawalpindi.
Watch: Pakistan Star's 'Jogging Effort' Fails To Save Boundary, Mohammad Amir Left Fuming
Pakistan cricket team fast bowler Mohammad Amir was left fuming during the Caribbean Super League after compatriot Imad Wasim's lackluster fielding effort. Both Amir as well as Wasim play for the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and the incident took place during the encounter against Barbados Royals. It was a short-pitched delivery from Amir and the batter - Quinton De Kock - guided it comfortably towards the third-man boundary. Imad was fielding at deep backward point and he was the one running towards the ball to save the four. However, he eased up and kept jogging as the ball went for a four leaving Amir agitated. Amir was heard shouting at Imad to run and his fielding position was changed on the next ball.