Muhammad Waseem masterclass sets up thrashing of Afghanistan for UAE
Muhammad Waseem razed Afghanistan’s vaunted bowling attack as UAE levelled the T20 international series in fine style on Saturday night.
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Asked About Cheteshwar Pujara's 100th Test, Nathan Lyon Issues Brutal Gabba Reminder
After a dull outing in the Nagpur Test, Australia spinner Nathan Lyon turned his team's wrecker-in-chief again, bagging a 5-wicket haul on Day 2 of the second Test against India in New Delhi. Lyon bagged some crucial wickets on the day, dismissing the likes of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Shreyas Iyer, and Srikar Bharat. The dismissal of Pujara was arguably the most painful for Indians considering the talismanic batter is playing his 100th Test. When Lyon was asked about Pujara's dismissal in the post-match press conference, he gave a stern reply.
2nd Test: India reap rewards of Axar Patel's new-found hunger for runs
the eighth-wicket partnership between Axar Patel and R Ashwin nearly spoilt Australia's charge in the second Test on Saturday.Lyon has probably got used to Indian batters from No. 6 onwards disturbing Australia's plans since the Sydney Test in Jan 2021. But for Axar, it has been the urge to add another skill beside left-arm spin to his resume. He has steadily worked his way up the order for India and Delhi Capitals. The change in Axar's efficacy has been distinctive."It's all about confidence," Axar blushed when told about Lyon's statement. "I have been a carrying my form in the white-ball period into the Test series."
India vs Australia, 2nd Test Day 3, Live Updates: India Look To Make Early Inroads Against Australia
IND vs AUS, 2nd Test Day 3, Live Updates: India would hoping to make early inroads on Day 3 of the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while Australia would be eager to extend their lead. Australia raced to 61 for one at stumps on Day 2 after Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Usman Khawaja for six after a reverse sweep flew straight to leg slip. They led India by 62 runs.
Watch: Virat Kohli's Amusing Reaction As Food Arrives. Ex India Star Calls It "Stress Eating"
Virat Kohli looked very assured at the crease on Day 2 of the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. That was until Kohli (44 off 84 balls) was given LBW off Matthew Kuhnemann in a decision that raised eyebrows. Even Kohli was not happy and was seen fuming in the dressing room. Kohli's wicket fell when India were in a tricky spot in the first innings against Australia. Later, Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel stitched a 100-plus stand to revive India's chances. After the dismissal, Kohli could be seen indulging in an intense discussion with coach Rahul Dravid when a man arrived with food. Kohli looked really happy after that.
India vs Australia: "No Doubt Virat Kohli Would Be...": Nathan Lyon Reacts On Contentious LBW Call
Virat Kohli was a frustrated man on Saturday. The former India captain was going great on the second day of the second Test against Australia in Delhi, until a contentious LBW call had him walking back to the pavilion. The former India captain looked solid while wickets kept on falling at the other end, but against Test debutant Matthew Kuhnemann's left-arm spin, Kohli was given out. The bone of contention was whether the ball had hit the bat first or the pads. The on-field umpire gave him out and Kohli went for a DRS.
Vu takes lead at Saudi International as Maguire hits bogey-free 69
A second successive 69 will see Leona Maguire head into the final round of the Aramco Saudi Ladies International on seven-under par, 11 shots adrift of leader Lilia Vu.
IPL 2023 Schedule: Full schedule of matches, venues and time table
IPL 2023 opener in Ahmedabad, the BCCI announced on Friday as it unveiled the schedule for the upcoming season. The 16th edition of the tournament starts from March 31 and the last league match will be played on May 21.All the 10 franchises will play 7 home and 7 away matches during the league phase of the tournament. A total of 70 league matches will be played and will include 18 double headers, the board announced. The league matches will be played over a course of 52 days at 12 venues.