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Watch: Pakistan Star Can't Stop Laughing As India's Asha Sobhana Drops Sitter In Women's T20 WC

Pakistan all-rounder Aliya Riaz couldn't control her emotions after India's Asha Sobhana dropped a regulation catch during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai on Sunday. The incident happened after the powerplay when Muneeba Ali tried to play a ramp shot on Arundhati Reddy's ball. However, she failed to time her shot and the ball went straight to Asha, who was standing at short fine leg. It was a regulation catch but Asha failed to hold on to the ball.

Aaron Jones, Roston Chase Lead Saint Lucia Kings To Maiden CPL Title

America's Aaron Jones laboured hard to score 48 not out in 31 deliveries after Afghanistan's Noor Ahmad scalped three wickets as Saint Lucia Kings defeated the Guyana Amazon Warriors by six wickets in the final to win their maiden Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title at Providence Stadium. The victory made Saint Lucia the fifth team to win the CPL, ending their run as the only original franchise yet to claim the title. On a slow, tricky pitch, and after a middle-order collapse that left Saint Lucia reeling at 51 for 4 in pursuit of a modest 139, Jones turned the match around with a sudden burst of power-hitting.

Ex-India Captain Calls Out Harmanpreet Kaur And Co's Batting Blunder, Says "Very Surprised..."

The Indian women's cricket team survived a scare from Pakistan in their T20 World Cup match in Dubai. Chasing a target of 106, opener Shafali Verma top-scored with 32 as India crossed the line with six wickets in hand. The Indian team suffered a blip in their chase after Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana struck twice in as many balls to derail the chase. However, Harmanpreet Kaur, who was retired hurt for 29, ensured the chase was completed with seven balls to spare.

National Cricket League's Suresh Raina Welcomes, Takes Pictures With Afghan Refugees On Ground

Former India batter and 2011 Cricket World Cup winner Suresh Raina is one of the big faces at the new Sixty Strikes tournament, organised by the National Cricket League, USA. Captaining the New York Lions in the 10-over blast, Raina kickstarted his tournament with a bang as he slammed a fifty in his team's first game. A more human side of Raina was visible too, as he, along with his teammates, were seen welcoming Afghan refugees, many of whom were children.

Virat Kohli's T20I Record Broken, Hardik Pandya Makes History For India

Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya overtook legendary batter Virat Kohli to achieve a unique feat of finishing most T20I matches with a six. Hardik accomplished this feat during the first T20I against Bangladesh at Gwalior. During the game, Hardik delivered a superb all-round performance. First while bowling, he took a wicket for 26 runs in his four overs, with an economy rate of 6.50. Later, during a run-chase of 128 runs, Hardik delivered perfect finishing touches with a quickfire 39* in 16 balls, with five fours and two sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 243.75.

LIVE | Pakistan v England, 1st Test

Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and chose to bat on the opening day of the first Test against England in Multan on Monday.

Pakistan vs England 1st Test Day 1, Live Updates: Saim Ayub Departs For 4, 1-Down Pakistan Steady vs England

Pakistan vs England 1st Test Day 1, Live Updates: Pakistan skipper Shan Masood won the toss and opted to bat against England in the the first Test of three-match series in Multan. Pakistan will be coming to this series after facing 0-2 defeat against Bangladesh in a Test series at home. They will now aim to break their streak of losing the last 10 home Tests. On the other hand, the visitors will be playing without their star all-rounder and skipper Ben Stokes as he has been out due to a hamstring injury. England will be led by Ollie Pope in his absence. (Live Scorecard)

On India Having Extra Bowling Options, Suryakumar Yadav Gives "Good Headache" Verdict

India captain Suryakumar Yadav is satisfied with having a "good headache" while weighing in his bowling options that features a wide variety of talented players on display during the 1st T20I against Bangladesh. India were relentless with the bat and ball as they cruised to a 7-wicket win with consummate ease. A squad that was a mix of youngsters brimming with talent and experienced stars gave plenty of delight to head coach Gautam Gambhir and the India fans. With a pool of all-rounders and skillful bowlers, India all-in-all had eight bowling options, and six got the opportunity to try their hand with the ball.

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Watch: Pakistan Star Can't Stop Laughing As India's Asha Sobhana Drops Sitter In Women's T20 WC

Aaron Jones, Roston Chase Lead Saint Lucia Kings To Maiden CPL Title

Ex-India Captain Calls Out Harmanpreet Kaur And Co's Batting Blunder, Says "Very Surprised..."

National Cricket League's Suresh Raina Welcomes, Takes Pictures With Afghan Refugees On Ground

Virat Kohli's T20I Record Broken, Hardik Pandya Makes History For India

LIVE | Pakistan v England, 1st Test

Pakistan vs England 1st Test Day 1, Live Updates: Saim Ayub Departs For 4, 1-Down Pakistan Steady vs England

On India Having Extra Bowling Options, Suryakumar Yadav Gives "Good Headache" Verdict