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Ranji Trophy: Mumbai Close In On Win Despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's Century For Maharashtra

Defending champions Mumbai closed in on an outright win despite fine hundreds by Maharashtra skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and seasoned middle-order batter Ankit Bawne on the third day of their Ranji Trophy Group A match on Sunday. Maharashtra were all out for 388 in their second innings, leaving Mumbai with a victory target of 74 with a full day's play left in the game. At 13 for no loss at stumps, Mumbai were just 61 away from victory with openers Prithvi Shaw and Ayush Mhatre batting on 7 and 6 respectively.

"He Understood What...": Rohit Sharma's Massive Praise For New Zealand Batter With Indian Roots

Rohit Sharma praised Rachin Ravindra for his match-winning performance as New Zealand defeated India by eight wickets in the opening Test at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday. Ravindra was named Player of the Match after the Black Caps (New Zealand) secured their first Test victory on Indian soil in 36 years. Ravindra's crucial innings of 134 in the first innings allowed the Kiwis to establish a commanding lead of 356 runs after they bowled out Rohit's team for just 46.

"Just Be Quiet...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post Viral After Bengaluru Test Loss

Star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant had an injury scare during the recently concluded 1st Test against New Zealand, which India lost by 8 wickets on Sunday. Pant copped a blow to his operated-knee on Day 2 before being taken off the field. He did not keep the wickets after injury, with Dhruv Jurel replacing him behind the sticks. However, Pant took the game to the New Zealand bowlers on Day 3, smashing them all over the park in Bengaluru. Unfortunately, Pant missed out on his century by a solitary run before India suffered another batting collapse.

'Bhaagne Ki Zarurat Nahi': Sachin Tendulkar Pokes Fun At Virender Sehwag On His Birthday

The Indian cricket fraternity on Sunday took to social media to extend birthday wishes to Indian batting legend Virender Sehwag, who turned 46 on Sunday. Indian icon Sachin Tendulkar took to X, funnily saying that his age of 46 is a "perfect mix of four and six", just like Sehwag's explosive batting. "Happy 46th,Viru! 46 ka matlab hai 4 aur 6 ka perfect mix--bilkul tumhari batting ki tarah. Koi bhagne ki zarurat nahi. Tumhara saal bhi tumhare shots ki tarah dhamakedaar ho!," posted Sachin.

"Need To Be Extra Careful": Rohit Sharma Provides Mammoth Injury Update On Rishabh Pant

India captain Rohit Sharma opened up on star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's injury concern during the recently-concluded 1st Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru. Pant, who suffered a life-threatening car crash in December 2022, limped off the field on Day 2 after receiving a blow to his operated knee. While he did come out to bat and scored 99 runs in the second innings, Dhruv Jurel kept the wickets for the team during New Zealand's successful 107-run chase on Day 5.

"Waste Of Time": Bangladesh Captain On Murder-Accused Shakib Al Hasan's Test Absence

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said his men were focused on the challenge of South Africa rather than their missing all-rounder Shakib al Hasan ahead of Monday's first Test in Mirpur. The two-Test series is the first international cricket fixture in Bangladesh since a student-led revolution toppled autocratic premier Sheikh Hasina in August. The series carries points towards the World Test Championship (WTC), with the final in England next year. South Africa currently are sixth in the standings with Bangladesh seventh.

How CSK Plan To Divide Retention Money Between Ruturaj Gaikwad And Ravindra Jadeja. Report Reveals...

As the retention rules of the Indian Premier League (IPL) have been already announced, all the franchises are busy sorting their final list before October 31, the reported deadline for the same. Among the top sides under focus will be five-time champions Chennai Super Kings. While much of the headlines has been stolen by MS Dhoni, another point of thought remains as to who would get a higher retention slab between Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja. As per a recent report, CSK may end up offering both stalwarts a similar pay scale. The official laws state that the first retention slab must be Rs 18 crore, second Rs 14 crore, third Rs 18 crore, fourth Rs 14 crore, fifth Rs 11 crore and sixth Rs 4 crore (uncapped player).

South Africa vs New Zealand Final Live Score Updates, Women's T20 World Cup 2024

South Africa vs New Zealand Live Updates, Women's T20 World Cup 2024 Final: South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and opted to bowl against New Zealand in the final of Women's T20 World Cup 2024 on Sunday. New Zealand's golden generation, led by inspirational Sophie Devine, has one last chance to lay hands on a global ICC trophy. New Zealand's women's team had won the ODI World Cup back in 2000 but none of the current squad members were part of that historic title triumph. South Africa on the other side must be equally determined to complete the unfinished business as they had lost the 2023 World Cup final to Australia at home. (Live Scorecard)

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Ranji Trophy: Mumbai Close In On Win Despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's Century For Maharashtra

"He Understood What...": Rohit Sharma's Massive Praise For New Zealand Batter With Indian Roots

"Just Be Quiet...": Rishabh Pant's Cryptic Post Viral After Bengaluru Test Loss

'Bhaagne Ki Zarurat Nahi': Sachin Tendulkar Pokes Fun At Virender Sehwag On His Birthday

"Need To Be Extra Careful": Rohit Sharma Provides Mammoth Injury Update On Rishabh Pant

"Waste Of Time": Bangladesh Captain On Murder-Accused Shakib Al Hasan's Test Absence

How CSK Plan To Divide Retention Money Between Ruturaj Gaikwad And Ravindra Jadeja. Report Reveals...

South Africa vs New Zealand Final Live Score Updates, Women's T20 World Cup 2024