Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie 'ecstatic' after historic test win over Afghanistan
Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie described the landmark test win over Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi as one of the most special moments in the history of Irish cricket.
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4th Fastest In 147 years: Ireland Clinch 1st Win In 8th Test To Make History
Ireland finally won their first Test match on Friday when they defeated Afghanistan by six wickets in Abu Dhabi, ending a streak of seven successive losses. Captain Andy Balbirnie led from the front with an undefeated 58 as Ireland reached their modest target of 111 in the final session of the third day. Ireland had played their first Test back in 2018 when they were defeated by Pakistan. "We're absolutely excited. We've created history. The monkey is off the back and it's very special to do that," said Balbirnie whose team were wobbling at 13-3 at one stage.
"My Kidnappers, Let Me Go": Viswanathan Anand's Post Viral. Provides Details
Viswanathan Anand is not only a legend of Indian sport but he seems to have great sense of humour too. On Friday, the man who has been instrumental in making chess attractive for many Indian kids, posted an interesting plea on social media medium X. "At the Airport! My Kidnappers, let me go. @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez," he wrote. At first sight, such a post would raise tension. The comment went viral on social media too. However, Viswanathan Anand quickly started a X thread to allay any fears by his fans.
Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan "Will Be Awarded" BCCI Contract If This Condition Is Met. Report Shares Details
All is not finished for Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan. The duo is in the headlines since the time they were excluded from the latest BCCI contracts. Despite being firmly in the BCCI's scheme of things in the last couple of years, Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer were excluded. Their axing is being perceived as a message from the cricket governing body to players who may show reluctance to play in domestic cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar Touches Lives, Helps In Surgeries "To Put A Smile Back" On Children
Sachin Tendulkar has been touching lives since he emerged as of the greatest sporting icons in the world. The wonderkid from Mumbai rose to become a giant in world cricket with some unmatched feats spread over three decades. During his time with the Indian cricket team, Sachin Tendulkar was pillar of strength for the entire nation. Till the time he was at the crease, the hope for a win was always there no matter the toughness of the situation. Now, even after almost 10 years since retiring from Test cricket, Sachin Tendulkar is continuing to tough people's lives.
Ishan Kishan Was Contacted By Indian Cricket Team Management During England Series. Report Claims This Was His Reply
Since the BCCI annual contract list was released on Wednesday, two names which have grabbed the attention were Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan with their. The two star players have been part of India's planning in recent times but still found themselves excluded from the BCCI contracts. According to reports and BCCI's hint in one of its press releases, the reluctance of the duo to play in domestic cricket may have played a big part in both of them losing BCCI central contracts.
BCCI To Conduct Women's Red-Ball Tournament In Pune From March 28
Women's red-ball cricket will return to India's domestic calendar after four years when the BCCI conducts a Senior Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy in Pune from March 28, the board announced on Friday. The move comes after the Indian women's team's return to Test cricket. The side has played Tests against Australia and England in the recent years. Domestic red ball cricket for women was last held in 2018. "It is a welcome step taken by BCCI. The national team has started playing Test cricket again and we need the next generation of cricketers to play red ball cricket at the domestic level," former India pacer Amita Sharma told PTI.
IPL 2024 squad analysis: Chaos at Mumbai, Gujarat weakened, question mark over Dhoni
The Indian Premier League is back, so that means everything else in the world of cricket will come to a stop.