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Question Mark On PCB Over Decision To Pay PKR 50 Lakh Each To Mentors For Champions Cup

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remains in damage control mode ever since the men's national team lost the opening Test of the series against Bangladesh. The embarrassing 10-wicket defeat triggered huge backlash in Pakistan, with fans and certain former cricketers questioning the current set of players as well as the talent pool in the nation. The PCB, in a statement, later, announced the appointment of 5 legends of the game as mentors for the Champions Cup - a new domestic tournament in Pakistan. But, not everyone is happy.

Michael Vaughan Compares Virat Kohli's Test Stats With Joe Root's, Fans React

World number 1 Test batter Joe Root is going through a purple patch in the format. He recently equalled the England record of 33 Test centuries held by Alastair Cook when he reached three figures on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's on Thursday. Root was dismissed after scoring 143 runs off 206 balls in what was England's first innings in the game. A day after his sensational performance, former England capain Michael Vaughan took a dig at Indian cricket fans by comparing the Test stats of Root with that of Virat Kohli.

More Than 20 Pacers Selected: BCCI Desperate To Find Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami Successors In Duleep Trophy

As several senior India players prepare for the Duleep Trophy first round from September 5, one goal is clear from the squad selection process by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI): the need for fast bowlers. India's lead crop, headlined by Jasprit Bumrah and ably supported by Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj, may be one of the finest in the world. But with Bumrah frequently rested, Shami yet to regain fitness and Siraj sometimes blowing hot and cold, the BCCI are aiming to develop a crop capable of taking over from the lead act.

Rahul Dravid's Son Samit Gets India U-19 Call-up, But Won't Be Able To Play World Cup. Here's Why

Samit Dravid, son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, was on Saturday drafted into the India under-19 squad for the upcoming multi-format series against Australia. However, he will not be able to play in the 2026 U-19 World Cup. Samit was born on November 10, 2005 and currently just over two months shy of his 19th birthday. So, when the 2026 U-19 World Cup happens he will be over 20 years of age.

6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6: Indian Star Does A 'Yuvraj Singh', Ayush Badoni Hits 165* In Just 55 Balls - Watch

The Delhi Premier League T20 has seen some good performances from Indian stars. But what happened in a match between South Delhi Superstarz and North Delhi Strikers was beyond everyone's imagination. South Delhi Superstarz scored 308/5 in 20 overs - which is the highest total in a T20 match. However, it is not known whether it will be officially ratified or not. Till date, SunRisers Hyderabad's 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024 is the highest in a T20 match. In T20Is, Nepal's 314/3 against Mongolia is also highest.

England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Day 2: Live Score Updates

England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Day 2, Live Updates: England will be resuming the Day 2 of the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka at 25/1. Currently, Ben Duckett (15*) and Ollie Pope (2*) are standing unbeaten at the crease. Earlier on Friday, Gus Atkinson scored a dashing maiden century before England strengthened their grip on the second Test. The fast bowler's sparkling 118 helped England to 427 all out in their first innings after Joe Root's masterful 143 on Thursday equalled the England record of 33 Test hundreds held by Alastair Cook. (Live Scorecard)

"We Dented Our Batters' Confidence": Harbhajan Singh Takes Dig On India's '2-And-Half Day Win' Style

After months of limited overs cricket, the Indian cricket team will start playing Test cricket once again starting next month. India will play Bangladesh in September while the big Australia Tour will start in November. Ahead of the Tour, spin great Harbhajan Singh gave an interesting opinion on India's ability to play spin. While the bowlers have done well at home in helpful conditions, Harbhajan feels playing in such pitches has hit the Indian batters hard.

"Like Maids Working At Homes": Pakistan Star's Tirade Against Cricket Board Over 'Favoritism, False Promises'

Ahmed Shahzad, Pakistan cricket team, has been very critical of the country's board of late. His tirades started with Pakistan's falling form in international cricket. Pakistan cricket hit a new low recently as it suffered the first ever loss to Bangladesh in Tests. Since then, former Pakistan cricketers have been quite critical. Shahzad is also among them. After the first Test loss, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) brought some changes in its domestic structure.

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Question Mark On PCB Over Decision To Pay PKR 50 Lakh Each To Mentors For Champions Cup

Michael Vaughan Compares Virat Kohli's Test Stats With Joe Root's, Fans React

More Than 20 Pacers Selected: BCCI Desperate To Find Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami Successors In Duleep Trophy

Rahul Dravid's Son Samit Gets India U-19 Call-up, But Won't Be Able To Play World Cup. Here's Why

6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6: Indian Star Does A 'Yuvraj Singh', Ayush Badoni Hits 165* In Just 55 Balls - Watch

England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Day 2: Live Score Updates

"We Dented Our Batters' Confidence": Harbhajan Singh Takes Dig On India's '2-And-Half Day Win' Style

"Like Maids Working At Homes": Pakistan Star's Tirade Against Cricket Board Over 'Favoritism, False Promises'