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"KL Rahul Met LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka, Wants Retention But...": Report Makes Big Revelation

The last season didn't end on a happy note but senior India batter KL Rahul has expressed his intentions about being retained to Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka although no such assurances have been given by the top boss. Rahul, a former national team vice captain, is no longer in the scheme of things as far as India's T20 format is concerned. Rahul led LSG to play-offs in the first two IPL seasons, but it was widely believed that Gautam Gambhir's strategic acumen had a lot to do with it rather than his leadership, which got thoroughly exposed in the third season.

Virat Kohli's Unmissable Post As Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement

Senior batter Virat Kohli on Sunday hailed Shikhar Dhawan as one of India's most dependable openers, noting that while his fervour, sportsmanship and signature smile will be missed, his enduring legacy will forever resonate. The premier top-order batter, Dhawan announced his retirement from all form of cricket on Saturday.

Watch: Shaheen Afridi Takes 1st Wicket After Becoming Father. Celebration Goes Viral

Shaheen Afridi has become a father now. The Pakistan star pacer and his wife Ansha Afridi welcomed a baby boy on Saturday. Given that Afridi is currently playing for Pakistan in the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, the fast bowler could not make it to his family immediately. However, while performing on the ground too, Afridi found it hard to control his emotions, something which was evident when he claimed his first wicket after becoming a father.

'Unfair' Ball Change Controversy Strikes England vs Sri Lanka Test, Angelo Mathews Left Fuming

A controversy erupted from the first Test between England and Sri Lanka in Manchester after the hosts were rewarded by a ball-change decision, that many deemed 'unfair. It all happened during Sri Lanka's batting in the second innings when England took up a new ball, and shifted the momentum in their favour. Veteran Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews labelled the incident as a turning point in the game, as England pacers really came to the fore, making the best use of a firmer new cherry.

If Jay Shah Becomes ICC Chairman, DDCA President Rohan Jaitely Likely To Be BCCI Secretary: Report

BCCI secretary Jay Shah is likely to become the nest ICC chairman. According to several reports, he has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed Greg Barclay in the top post. To secure his nomination, the ICC requires a proposer and a seconder. Reports indicate that England and Australia are likely to back Shah's candidature, further solidifying his bid for the top position.

"Kabutar Ki Tarah...": ICC Umpire Blasts Mohammad Rizwan Over Incessant Appealing

Star Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan is one of the finest batters currently. Rizwan, who is currently playing for Pakistan in a two-match Test series against Bangladesh, became the first keeper from his country to score 150 or more in a Test innings since Kamran Akmal in 2009. Apart from being a world class cricketer, Rizwan is also famous for his on-field antics. From fake cramping to incessant appealing behind the sticks, Rizwan can prove to be a bit of nuisance for the umpires.

"Selfish": Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Slammed For 'Awful' Declaration As Bangladesh Take Lead

Pakistan captain Shan Masood has come under the scanner after Bangladesh took a sizeable lead over the hosts in the first innings of the ongoing first Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel slammed centuries for Pakistan in the first innings, with the hosts looking in control of the proceedings. However, Shan made a rash declaration when Pakistan were 448/6 on Day 2, leaving Rizwan stranded on 171 not out. While the decision made a lot of sense after the opening day was cut short due to rain, Shan's call seemed to have backfired with the visitors taking a 117-run first innings lead.

"Itna Zaleel Hue Hain...": Ex-Pak Star's Epic Meltdown On Defeat Against Bangladesh

Pakistan's loss to Bangladesh in the first Test in Rawalpindi on Sunday has led to some strong reaction from former players. Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 10 wickets to register their first win over their opponents in the longest format of the game. While analysing the match, former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal has lashed out at the players and the management for not rectifying their past mistakes. In a brutal rant, Akmal accused the players and officials for Pakistan's global humiliation in world cricket over the last five years.

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"KL Rahul Met LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka, Wants Retention But...": Report Makes Big Revelation

Virat Kohli's Unmissable Post As Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement

Watch: Shaheen Afridi Takes 1st Wicket After Becoming Father. Celebration Goes Viral

'Unfair' Ball Change Controversy Strikes England vs Sri Lanka Test, Angelo Mathews Left Fuming

If Jay Shah Becomes ICC Chairman, DDCA President Rohan Jaitely Likely To Be BCCI Secretary: Report

"Kabutar Ki Tarah...": ICC Umpire Blasts Mohammad Rizwan Over Incessant Appealing

"Selfish": Pakistan Captain Shan Masood Slammed For 'Awful' Declaration As Bangladesh Take Lead

"Itna Zaleel Hue Hain...": Ex-Pak Star's Epic Meltdown On Defeat Against Bangladesh