Rizwan propels Pakistan to 252-7 against Sri Lanka
COLOMBO: Mohammad Rizwan hit an unbeaten 86 to steer Pakistan to 252-7 against Sri Lanka after rain reduced their crucial Asia Cup contest to 42-overs-a-side on Thursday (Sep 14) in Colombo.
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India set to test bench strength against Bangladesh in Asia Cup
India are expected to rest several first-choice players when they face Bangladesh in the last Super Four match of the Asia Cup, having already qualified for Sunday's final.
Asia Cup 2023 - Watch: After Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Sri Lanka Rookie Dunith Wellalage Gets Babar Azam Too, Leaving Pakistan Star Shocked
Dunith Wellalage had a great outing against Indian in Sri Lanka's Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match on Tuesday. He accounted for the wickets of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya. On Thursday, the spinner got another big wicket in Babar Azam. In the 16th over, Babar got stumped by Dunith Wellalage. It was a stunning delivery from the spinner as he tossed it up around off stump. Babar moved forward, only to find the ball pitching and turning away. Sri Lanka wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis made not mistake and broke the stumps. Replays showed that Babar's back foot was in the air when the bails lit up. The Pakistan captain was shocked.
From PoK to Asia Cup 2023, Zaman Khan Makes ODI Debut With Lasith Malinga-like Action
The endless chain of fast bowlers that Pakistan has produced over the years has been the envy point of other cricketing nations. Zaman Khan is the latest to join that illustrious line. But there is a slight difference to Zaman. Perhaps, he is the first slinger fast bowler a la Lasith Malinga to play for Pakistan in international cricket. Zaman was drafted into Pakistan's Asia Cup squad on Wednesday after Naseem Shah was ruled out due to a shoulder injury.
"Sachin Tendulkar Was A Genius From Day One," Says Muttiah Muralitharan
Sri Lankan spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan has said that Sachin Tendulkar was a "genius from day one" and no cricketer can be like the Indian batting maestro. Muralitharan, who has the highest number of wickets in international cricket, told ANI in an interview that the upcoming biopic ‘800' is not only about his cricket but also about what happened beyond the game. The bowling legend talked about his cricketing duels with Sachin on the pitch and how he wished that the Indian batter got out quickly.
"Indian Cricket Is In Good Shape Because Of IPL," Says Muttiah Muralitharan
Legendary Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan said that Indian cricket is in good shape because of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which has given the country a lot of cricketing talent. Muralitharan in an exclusive conversation with ANI talked about cricket, Sri Lanka, the movie '800', an upcoming Indian Tamil language biopic on him etc. "It (IPL) has given players something to look forward to. It has given them a lot of money and opportunities. IPL has given a lot of talent to India as well. There are so many talented players. Now, like the IPL, many leagues like the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) have started. Players from here get selected to play IPL as well. Indian cricket is in good shape because of IPL," said Muralitharan.
On Rohit Sharma, Indian Spinner's Intriguing "Lazy Elegance" Remark
As the countdown for the ODI World Cup begins, the Indian cricket team is fortunate to have its skipper Rohit Sharma back in full form. Having put in some valuable performances in the Asia Cup 2023, Rohit seems to be getting back to his best, in time for the World Cup. Seeing the Hitman go berserk while playing some effortless shots, however, many fans wonder how he does what he does. Veteran Indian spinner Piyush Chawla, explaining Rohit Sharma's brilliance, labelled his playing style "lazy elegance".
On This Day In 2007, MS Dhoni Started His Journey As India's 'Trophy Collector'
On this day in 2007, legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni made his debut as a captain for Team India and since then, the sport in this cricket-crazy nation has never been the same. The high-profile clash between rivals India and Pakistan in ICC T20 World Cup 2007 marked the start of MS Dhoni's career as a captain. In that match, India managed to tie the game despite posting 141/9 in 20 overs. India won the match later through a bowl-out, which saw players from each side taking an aim at the wickets.