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On this day in 2007, Yuvraj Singh became first T20I player to smash six sixes in one over

Yuvraj Singh became the first-ever T20I batter and second batter in international cricket after South Africa's Herschelle Gibbs (ODI) to smash six sixes in an over, against England at Durban during the ICC T20 World Cup 2007. It was the Super Eight phase of the World Cup. After losing their first matches, both India and England desperately needed a win to boost their chances in semis. India were dominating their second Super Eight match against England, at 171/3 in 18 overs after choosing to bat first. After exchanging a few heated words with all-rounder Andrew Flintoff, Yuvraj was all fired up, all set to unleash his hard-hitting game against England.

India vs Australia, 1st T20I: Interesting Mohali statistical trivia

The first India vs Australia T20I will be played on Tuesday in Mohali. Ahead of the opening encounter between the 2007 T20 World Cup champions and the reigning T2O champions of the world, here is a look at some very interesting statistical trivia about T20Is played in Mohali: # Five T20Is have been played at Punjab Cricket Association's IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali between 2009 and 2019.

India vs Australia: Interesting T20I statistical trivia

Over the years, the India vs Australia rivalry has become the most talked about and most eagerly anticipated rivalry in cricket, especially for Indian fans, after India-Pakistan bilateral cricket relations were stalled. Ahead of the first T20I between India and Australia of the three match series on Tuesday, TimesofIndia.com here takes a look at some very interesting statistical trivia about India vs Australia in T20I cricket:1. Of the last six matches played between the two teams, three matches each have been won by India and Australia. 2. In the last encounter between the two teams at Sydney on December 8, 2020 (3rd T20I of the series), Virat Kohli had played an outstanding innings of 85 off 61 balls an innings embellished with four fours and three sixes. However, his innings went in vain, as India lost the match by 12 runs.

Oldies, babies and goodies: 10 potential bargains up for grabs in the SA20 auction

Cricket South Africa's (CSA) new T20 league, the SA20, takes a further step towards fruition when it hosts its maiden player auction in Cape Town on Monday afternoon.

'It's massive, a final' - All Blacks eye Rugby Championship title

New Zealand scrumhalf Aaron Smith said on Monday that it was "very special" to host Australia at Eden Park on Saturday with the chance to clinch the Rugby Championship title.

Aki, Hansen, Bealham to return for Connacht's SA trip

Connacht have been boosted for this week's trip to South Africa, with Andy Friend confirming that their frontline Ireland internationals will be available to play on the two-game tour.

At media showcase, Multichoice highlights plans for Copa Mudial, other programmes

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Discussions are over, time to execute plans: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma expects his boys to go all out and express themselves, even if that means taking calculated risks with innovative shots or starting an over with a bouncer. Rohit mentioned that he wanted to bring a sense of “security” in the team which is why the squads for the two T20I series (Australia and South Africa) were announced ahead of the World Cup team. Barring the pace trio of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh, who will be rested during the course of the six matches, the captain feels the boys can freely extend their limits in these games.

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On this day in 2007, Yuvraj Singh became first T20I player to smash six sixes in one over

India vs Australia, 1st T20I: Interesting Mohali statistical trivia

India vs Australia: Interesting T20I statistical trivia

Oldies, babies and goodies: 10 potential bargains up for grabs in the SA20 auction

'It's massive, a final' - All Blacks eye Rugby Championship title

Aki, Hansen, Bealham to return for Connacht's SA trip

At media showcase, Multichoice highlights plans for Copa Mudial, other programmes

Discussions are over, time to execute plans: Rohit Sharma