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ICC Women's World Cup: Shafali Verma will come good soon, hitting well in the nets, says Jhulan Goswami

Jhulan Goswami on Wednesday backed teen batting sensation Shafali Verma to overcome her poor form in the ongoing ICC women's World Cup sooner than later, saying that the swashbuckler is hitting the ball quite well during net sessions. Verma was dismissed for a duck in the opening game against Pakistan that Indian won and hasn't exactly done well for the past few games. The 18-year-old's form is expected to be crucial to the team's chances of landing a first ever ICC title.

England loses to West Indies by seven runs in Women's Cricket World Cup

West Indies has pulled off a dramatic upset win at the Women's Cricket World Cup, beating defending champions England by seven runs in Dunedin.

Azeem Rafiq fears he is 'unemployable' after speaking out against racism

Azeem Rafiq fears he may have become "unemployable" within cricket after speaking out about the racism he suffered during his two spells at Yorkshire. Former off-spinner Rafiq, 31 accused Yorkshire of failing to deal adequately with the abuse he suffered at the northern county, saying he had been driven to thoughts of suicide. The Pakistan-born Rafiq's revelations eventually led to turmoil at Yorkshire, with sponsors making a mass exodus and the club suspended from hosting lucrative international matches -- a right that has only recently been conditionally restored.

Boring draw in first Test deflates Australia's much-hyped return to Pakistan

Australia to return to Pakistan but only five days for a lifeless Rawalpindi pitch to sap much of the enthusiasm generated by the drought-breaking Test series. With just 14 wickets falling in the match, the drawn series-opener pleased few apart from the teams' top order batsmen who gleefully boosted their averages until it was called off an hour early on Tuesday. Pakistan may claim a moral victory after Rawalpindi humbled Australia's vaunted pace attack, and the draw may ultimately prove important for the hosts' chances of winning the series and gaining points in the World Test Championship.

Watch: Pakistan Captain Bismah Maroof 's Cradle Gesture For Daughter After Hitting 50 Wins Hearts

Pakistan skipper Bismah Maroof and her daughter has been the apple of everyone's eye ever since their rendezvous with the India women's team stars post their World Cup match on March 6. Bismah's new-born daughter Fatima was again the center of attraction as her mother dedicated her first post "motherhood" half-century to her through an adorable gesture on the field. After reaching her 50, Maroof gestured towards the pavilion forming a small cradle with her hands. The crowd and the players all stood up and applauded the gesture which was done when the world was celebrating the International Women's Day.

Watch: Mohammad Rizwan Jumps In Joy After Taking Smart Catch To Dismiss Steve Smith During 1st Test

Pakistan's wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan is a livewire in the field. Whether it is hos batting, his keeping skills or his ability to drive the team with his infectious energy, Rizwan is always bustling with energy. On Monday, Rizwan took a sharp catch of Australian start batter Steve Smith during the ongoing 1st Test between Pakistan and Australia in Rawalpindi.

Spun out, Australia head to NZ capital

Australia's World Cup campaign has reached a pivot point, with Meg Lanning's side decamping to Wellington for the rest of the group stage.

Australian women dominate ICC rankings

Australia boasts four of the top seven ODI batters in the women's game and at the World Cup, according to the latest ICC rankings.

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ICC Women's World Cup: Shafali Verma will come good soon, hitting well in the nets, says Jhulan Goswami

England loses to West Indies by seven runs in Women's Cricket World Cup

Azeem Rafiq fears he is 'unemployable' after speaking out against racism

Boring draw in first Test deflates Australia's much-hyped return to Pakistan

Watch: Pakistan Captain Bismah Maroof 's Cradle Gesture For Daughter After Hitting 50 Wins Hearts

Watch: Mohammad Rizwan Jumps In Joy After Taking Smart Catch To Dismiss Steve Smith During 1st Test

Spun out, Australia head to NZ capital

Australian women dominate ICC rankings