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Sumit Nagal Refuses National Duty Again, Sasikumar Mukund Returns To Davis Cup Squad

Sumit Nagal has yet again refused to play for the country in the Davis Cup, putting "unreasonable conditions" for his return even as Sasikumar Mukund on Friday came back to the national squad for the tie against Togo after his suspension was revoked by the AITA Executive Committee. Nagal, who has been struggling on the ATP tour, had pulled out of the tie against Sweden in September citing a back strain. He had also refused to travel to Islamabad for the contest against Pakistan in January-February, saying the grass courts do not suit his style of play.

South Africa v Pakistan 2nd Test Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pakistan Eye Early Wickets

South Africa v Pakistan, 1st Test Day 2 LIVE Updates: After failing to put up a strong first innings total, Pakistan will be relying on their bowling attack to dismiss hosts South Africa cheaply in the first Test of the two-match series at Centurion. After restricting Pakistan to 211, courtesy a five-wicket haul by Dane Paterson, South Africa ended Day 1 on 82/3, with opener Aiden Markram and skipper Temba Bavuma at the crease. In-form batters Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs were dismissed cheaply, with Khurram Shah taking two wickets. The test holds enormous value, as victory in the series would guarantee South Africa a spot in the World Test Championship (2025) final. (LIVE SCORECARD)

Steve Smith Rewrites Record-Books With 34th Test Ton In Boxing Day Test vs India

Australian star Steve Smith continued to find his way back into consistent runs as he slammed a record-breaking century against India during the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), continuing his love affair with the venue and the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023 runners-up. Having entered the series under scrutiny for poor form and being century-less for over an year, Smith got some respite with a century at the third Test in Brisbane, which saw him grind and play some scratchy cricket on his way to the century.

Bowlers Bring Pakistan Back Into First Test In South Africa

Pakistan's bowlers hit back after the tourists were bowled out for 211 on the first day of the first Test against South Africa at SuperSport Park on Thursday. Khurram Shahzad struck twice and Mohammad Abbas claimed a late wicket as South Africa reached 82 for three at the close. Dane Paterson and debutant Corbin Bosch did most of the damage for South Africa after Pakistan were sent in to bat on a well-grassed pitch. Paterson, enjoying a late-career surge at the age of 35, took five for 61 - his second five-wicket haul in successive Tests - while Bosch took four for 63. Kamran Ghulam made a counter-attacking 54 off 71 balls for Pakistan.

Paterson takes five wickets while Bosch makes dream start

PRETORIA :South African fast bowler Corbin Bosch took a wicket with his first ball in test cricket and together with Dane Paterson had reduced Pakistan to 209 runs for nine at tea on the opening day of the first test at Centurion on Thursday.

With Wicket On Maiden Test Delivery, South Africa Debutant Corbin Bosch Hits Jackpot Against Pakistan

Debutant Corbin Bosch became only the fifth South African bowler to take a wicket with the first ball of his Test career for the Proteas on Thursday. The right-arm quick made his Test debut for South Africa in the series opener against Pakistan in Centurion. He was introduced in the 15th over to break up Pakistan's opening partnership of Saim Ayub and skipper Shan Masood. With Masood looking resolute in his approach, Bosch's first Test delivery turned both his and South Africa's wish into reality. He pitched the ball up and caught Masood off-guard just after the drinks break.

Babar Azam Makes History, Becomes Only Third Player Ever To Achieve Elusive Feat

Pakistan batter Babar Azam made history in Centurion by becoming only the third player to score over 4,000 runs in all three formats of the game. On the opening day of the first Test between Pakistan and South Africa, Babar returned to the Test squad after being dropped during the England series. His return was bittersweet. On one hand, he cemented his place in cricketing history, but on the other, he failed to make a significant contribution to Pakistan's innings. Despite his calibre, Babar edged a delivery to Aiden Markram at second slip, departing for a disappointing 4-run knock.

Youngest In 92 Years: Australia Debutant Sam Konstas Shatters Historic Record vs India

Australia's 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas made a terrific first impression as he slammed a phenomenal half-century on Test debut against Jasprit Bumrah and co. during the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Konstas showed fearlessness, taking the attack to the opposition and even hitting Bumrah for two sixes. Konstas ultimately finished on 60 off 65 balls, helping him become the first-ever player to achieve something unique. He also joined an elite list of the youngest-ever Australians to score a Test fifty.

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Sumit Nagal Refuses National Duty Again, Sasikumar Mukund Returns To Davis Cup Squad

South Africa v Pakistan 2nd Test Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pakistan Eye Early Wickets

Steve Smith Rewrites Record-Books With 34th Test Ton In Boxing Day Test vs India

Bowlers Bring Pakistan Back Into First Test In South Africa

Paterson takes five wickets while Bosch makes dream start

With Wicket On Maiden Test Delivery, South Africa Debutant Corbin Bosch Hits Jackpot Against Pakistan

Babar Azam Makes History, Becomes Only Third Player Ever To Achieve Elusive Feat

Youngest In 92 Years: Australia Debutant Sam Konstas Shatters Historic Record vs India