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"Do Some Homework": Shreyas Iyer Loses Cool At Fake News On Internet

Shreyas Iyer looks set to miss Mumbai's next Ranji Trophy match against Tripura but the reason behind his absence is widely misreported. After a report claimed that the middle-order batter will not feature against Tripura due to a shoulder injury, chatter around the subject started on social media. Iyer, however, wasn't pleased to see fake news being spread on the internet and decided take the matter in his own hands. Seeing Iyer bust the myth over his absence from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match, even an apology was issued.

Sikandar Raza's 133* off 43 balls helps Zimbabwe smash T20I record against Gambia

Zimbabwe set a new record score for T20 international cricket when they posted a massive 344-4 against Gambia in Nairobi on Wednesday, with Sikandar Raza hammering a 43-ball 133 not out.

Man United co-owners the Glazers 'make £650m takeover decision' as new Raine Group chance emerges

Manchester United co-owners the Glazer family, excluding Joel, are reportedly interested in purchasing shares in the cricket league The Hundred.

"Can't Bench KL Rahul": BCCI Warned Over Dropping India Star "After One Test"

India's shocking loss against New Zealand in the first Test in Bengaluru raised many questions on the team's strategy. The match was cut short to four days as the first day got washed out due to rain. In the remaining days, the Kiwis outplayed India in all the departments and claimed a historic eight-wicket win, which also turned out to be their first victory on the Indian soil since 1988. After the loss, criticism from the fans and cricket experts started to haunt the Indian players.

344 In 20 Overs: Zimbabwe Script History, Shatter India's Big T20I Record

Zimbabwe set a new record score for T20 international cricket when they posted a massive 344-4 against Gambia at the Ruaraka Sports Club Ground in Nairobi on Wednesday, with Sikandar Raza hammering a 43-ball 133 not out. The Zimbabwe total in the T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifiers eclipsed the previous international record of 314-3 set by Nepal against Mongolia in Hangzhou last year. Raza, who came in at the fall of the second wicket in the seventh over, hit a total of seven fours and 15 sixes in his innings.

MS Dhoni Sends 'Unavailable' Message To Chennai Super Kings. Crucial Meeting On...

There has been a lot of discussion surrounding former India skipper MS Dhoni's future with the Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2025. According to the new IPL retention rules, CSK will be able to retain Dhoni for as low as Rs 4 crore as an 'uncapped player'. However, nothing concrete has been confirmed either from the player's or the franchise's side. A report from Sports Tak claimed that Dhoni has not confirmed his availability till now and he is expected to meet CSK officials either on 29th or 30th October. October 31 is the official deadline for franchises to submit their retention list.

Charith Asalanka Stars As Sri Lanka Defeat West Indies In Second ODI, Clinch Series

Skipper Charith Asalanka struck an unbeaten half-century as Sri Lanka defeated the West Indies by five wickets in the second one-day international on Wednesday to clinch the three-match series. Chasing a tricky 190, Sri Lanka reached the target with 34 balls to spare at the Pallekele stadium, with Asalanka making an unbeaten 62 off 61 balls. The match was reduced to 44-overs a side after the start was delayed by two hours because of rain. Sri Lanka lost two early wickets but they were rescued by a third wicket stand of 62 between Nishan Madushka (38) and Sadeera Samarawickrama (38).

Sri Lanka vs West Indies 2nd ODI Highlights: Sri Lanka Seal Series With A Match To Go

SL vs WI 2nd ODI Highlights: Sri Lanka have sealed the three-match ODI series with a game in hand and they have done so without breaking much of a sweat. As for West Indies, this is now their tenth straight ODI loss in Sri Lanka, a record they certainly won't be proud of. For Sri Lanka, the stand between Nishan Madushka and Sadeera Samarawickrama was crucial and after a watchful start, boundaries started to flow from both of their bats. Both of them did get out in the 30s but the platform was laid and batting had become easier. Skipper, Charith Asalanka then took charge and together with Janith Liyanage made sure that there were no hiccups. Liyanage fell but Asalanka stayed on and notched up an unbeaten 62 off 61 balls to seal the series win for his side. (Scorecard)

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"Do Some Homework": Shreyas Iyer Loses Cool At Fake News On Internet

Sikandar Raza's 133* off 43 balls helps Zimbabwe smash T20I record against Gambia

Man United co-owners the Glazers 'make £650m takeover decision' as new Raine Group chance emerges

"Can't Bench KL Rahul": BCCI Warned Over Dropping India Star "After One Test"

344 In 20 Overs: Zimbabwe Script History, Shatter India's Big T20I Record

MS Dhoni Sends 'Unavailable' Message To Chennai Super Kings. Crucial Meeting On...

Charith Asalanka Stars As Sri Lanka Defeat West Indies In Second ODI, Clinch Series

Sri Lanka vs West Indies 2nd ODI Highlights: Sri Lanka Seal Series With A Match To Go