India's Dhawan calls time on cricket career: 'It's important to turn the page'
Dhawan, 38, last played a competitive game as captain of the Punjab Kings in this year's edition of the glitzy Indian Premier League T20 tournament.
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Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement, Posts Emotional Message For Fans
Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from domestic and international cricket on Saturday. The left-handed batter took to social media to post an emotional message for fans where he announced his decision to retire from all forms of cricket. Dhawan last played for the Indian cricket team way back in 2022 during the ODI series against Bangladesh. However, he lost his place to Shubman Gill and other young opening batters in the past couple of years. Dhawan posted a long video message on X (formerly Twitter) to thank his fans as well as the associations for the love and support he received throughout his career.
Former India opener Dhawan retires
NEW DELHI : Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from cricket on Saturday, dropping curtains on a career in which he established himself as a prolific top order batter.
Watch: Shikhar Dhawan's Special Message For Fans After Announcing Retirement
Veteran India opener Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from all forms of cricket two years after he last donned the national jersey, saying that he leaves the scene a content man after representing the country in all three formats. The 38-year-old made his international debut in 2010 in an ODI against Australia in Visakhapatnam and his last India game was also a 50-over match, against Bangladesh in 2022. "As I close this chapter of my cricketing journey, I carry with me countless memories and gratitude. Thank you for the love and support! Jai Hind!," Dhawan said in a post on 'X'.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE, 1st Test Day 4: Bangladesh Near Pakistan's Total
Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 1st Test Day 4, LIVE Updates: Bangladesh fought their way back into the game on Day 3, ending on 316/5 at stumps, trailing Pakistan by 132 runs. Opener Shadman Islam played a fine knock of 93 to set the tone, while half-centuries from the Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das meant that Bangladesh stayed in the hunt. Rahim and Litton stayed unbeaten overnight, and have the potential to close in on, if not overtake, Pakistan's total. Shaheen Afridi is still wicketless, but would hope to give a few breakthroughs and maintain Pakistan's lead. (Live Scorecard)
Assistant Coach Azhar Mahmood Reveals Why Pakistan Didn't Use Spinner On Day 3 Of 1st Test Against Bangladesh
Pakistan assistant coach Azhar Mahmood revealed on Friday that they didn't use spinners on day three of the first Test match against Bangladesh because there was grass on the pitch at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. During Bangladesh's first inning on day three, Khurram Shahzad led the Pakistan bowling attack after he picked up two wickets. Naseem Shah, Naseem Shah and Saim Ayub bagged one wicket each in their respective spells after the end of the third day. Speaking at the post-day press conference, Mahmood said that the team management thought the grass on the wicket would favour the seamers.
Mohammad Rizwan Ends 15-Year Wait For Pakistan With Rare Feat In 1st Test vs Sri Lanka
Star wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan was denied his double century in the first innings of the ongoing 1st Test against Sri Lanka by Pakistan captain Shan Masood, who declared the innings at 448/6 on Day 2. Rizwan was batting on 171 when Masood decided to call back him and Shaheen Afridi (29) late in the final session at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday. However, Rizwan still managed to script history, ending a 15-year long wait for Pakistan in Test cricket.
Murder Case Filed Against Shakib Al Hasan In Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina Also Named: Report
A murder case has been filed against Bangladesh cricket team all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, according to a report by Dhaka Tribune. The case was reportedly filed by Rafiqul Islam whose son Rubel was killed on August 7 amid the ongoing protests in Bangladesh. The report stated that Rubel was part of a rally that took place on Ring Road in Adabor and that is where he was shot in the chest and abdomen. He was rushed to the hospital following the incident but he died on August 7. The case, which was filed with the Adabor police station in Dhaka, named Shakib as the 28th accused while popular Bangladeshi actor Ferdous Ahmed was the 55th accused. Both of them were former Awami League MPs in the parliament.