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Hardik Pandya Continues Dominace In ICC T20I Rankings For All-Rounders. New Zealand's Jacob Duffy Achieves Career-Best Spot

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya retained his No. 1 T20I all-rounder position, whereas Abhishek Sharma, No.2 T20I batter, and Varun Chakravarthy, No.2 T20I bowler, too claimed their sport in the latest ICC Men's T20I rankings. New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy made a significant leap in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings, breaking into the top five for the first time after his stellar performances against Pakistan in the ongoing five-match series.

Tim Seifert Blitz As New Zealand Crush Pakistan To Seal T20I Series 4-1

A destructive Tim Seifert ensured New Zealand made short work of their 129-run target to win the final T20I against Pakistan by eight wickets on Wednesday and take the series 4-1. Seifert, who made an unbeaten 97 off 38 deliveries, set the big-hitting tone in Wellington with 18 off the first over by Jahandad Khan. Fellow opener Finn Allen followed with 14 in the second over from Mohammad Ali. When Jahandad returned in the sixth over Seifert was even more belligerent when he belted 25, including three sixes.

Mohammed Shami's Sister, Brother-In-Law Registered Under MNREGA Scheme In UP: Report

Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Shami's sister and her husband have been receiving wages under the MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) welfare scheme that guarantees 'right to work' in Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, according to a report by ABP News. The report claimed that documents show Shami's sister - Shabina - registered as a worker under the scheme and has received money from 2021 to 2024. However, the report did not have any reactions from Shami or his family members.

Kane Williamson Explains What Stands Out About Shreyas Iyer: "He Continues To..."

India middle-order mainstay and Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer continues to "evolve his game" while “adjusting brilliantly” to challenges such as facing short balls, believes New Zealand stalwart Kane Williamson. Iyer began his captaincy stint for PBKS with a match-winning 97 not out, studded with nine sixes and five fours off 42 balls, against Gujarat Titans in their IPL clash on Tuesday. Williamson, a former Gujarat Titans player, heaped praise on the right-handed Iyer for his adaptability.

Fatima Sana To Lead Pakistan In ICC Women's World Cup Qualifiers. No Nida Dar

Host Pakistan have announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup qualifiers on Wednesday, with pace all-rounder Fatima Sana, who led Pakistan at last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup, continuing to lead the team in the 50-over event. Hosting the six-team tournament between April 9-19 at the Gaddafi Stadium and LCCA ground in Lahore, Pakistan, are among the six nations vying for the remaining two spots at the 13th edition of the 50-over World Cup later this year in India.

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Score Updates 5th T20I

NZ vs PAK Live Updates 5th T20I: New Zealand won the toss and opted to bowl against Pakistan in the dead-rubber final match of their Twenty20 series in Wellington on Wednesday. The hosts made one change to the side that took an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the fourth match on Sunday with Ben Sears replacing with Zak Foulkes. Captain Michael Bracewell said he expected dew on the ground as the match progressed through the evening. Pakistan made four changes and captain Salman Agha said he was looking for a big improvement after the country's biggest losing margin in T20s in the fourth match. (Live Scorecard)

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Streaming 5th T20I Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Streaming 5th T20I: Pakistan eye a consolation win in Wellington after conceding the series last week with a heavy defeat in Mount Maunganui. The visitors are likely to ring in plenty of changes for the dead rubber, especially with seniors like Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan under scrutiny for their poor show in the first four matches, with former captain Shahid Afridi urging the management to rest the duo for the final game. Pacer Mohammad Ali could get game time, while batter Usman Khan might make his first appearance of the series.

Yuki Tsunoda To Replace Liam Lawson At Red Bull After Just Two Races: Reports

Yuki Tsunoda will partner world champion Max Verstappen at the Japanese Grand Prix following Red Bull's decision to sack struggling Liam Lawson after just two races, reports claimed Tuesday. The 24-year-old Tsunoda will be promoted from Red Bull's sister team RB for his home race at Suzuka on April 4-6, Dutch newspaper Telegraaf and French broadcaster Canal+ said. Red Bull were unavailable for comment when approached by AFP on Tuesday. New Zealander Lawson, 23, who was drafted in from RB in the winter to replace Sergio Perez, has endured a miserable start to the 2025 season.

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Hardik Pandya Continues Dominace In ICC T20I Rankings For All-Rounders. New Zealand's Jacob Duffy Achieves Career-Best Spot

Tim Seifert Blitz As New Zealand Crush Pakistan To Seal T20I Series 4-1

Mohammed Shami's Sister, Brother-In-Law Registered Under MNREGA Scheme In UP: Report

Kane Williamson Explains What Stands Out About Shreyas Iyer: "He Continues To..."

Fatima Sana To Lead Pakistan In ICC Women's World Cup Qualifiers. No Nida Dar

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Score Updates 5th T20I

New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Streaming 5th T20I Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Yuki Tsunoda To Replace Liam Lawson At Red Bull After Just Two Races: Reports