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West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score Updates

WI vs SA 2nd Test Day 3 Live Updates: Half-centuries by Aiden Markram at the top of the innings and Kyle Verreynne at the end of the day put South Africa in charge of the second Test against the West Indies on Friday. At stumps on the second day, the Proteas were 223 for five in their second innings, for an overall lead of 239 runs. Having dismissed the home side for 144 in the morning session to earn a nominal 16-run first innings lead, the Proteas go into day three looking to Verreynne and all-rounder Wiaan Mulder to further extend a sixth-wicket partnership that has already realised 84 runs. (Live Scorecard)

Jasprit Bumrah Reveals This India Captain Gave Him "Lot Of Security". It's Not Rohit Sharma

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is a rare talent that should be preserved and taken care of properly. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has done a decent job in managing the fast bowler's workload as Bumrah has now become a national treasury. This is the respect and belief that Bumrah has earned for himself over the years with his brilliance with the ball. Having made his India debut in 2016, Bumrah has now become a crucial member of the team.

"Punishment Should Be Such That...": Sourav Ganguly's Blunt Take On Kolkata Rape Horror

A rape-murder case of a doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has shaken the nation. There have been protests around the country. The case is now being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) under an order from the Calcutta High Court. "We have identified at least 30 suspects and have started questioning them," a CBI officer said on Friday.

Pakistan Release Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam From 1st Test Squad vs Bangladesh

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released spinner Abrar Ahmed and top-order batter Kamran Ghulam from the Pakistan squad for the first Test and he will now represent Pakistan Shaheens in the second four-day match against Bangladesh ‘A', which will start at the Islamabad Club on Tuesday, 20 August. Ghulam has been appointed as Pakistan Shaheens captain for the second four-day match.

"Like Father, Like Son": Rahul Dravid's Son's Six Draws Comparisons With India Great

Samit Dravid, son of India batting great and former head coach Rahul Dravid, has once again gone viral for the uncanny resemblance with his father. Samit caught the attention of the fans with his brilliant shot for six during the Maharaja T20 KSCA tournament, which reminded fans of the similarities between him and his father Rahul. Samit, who was roped in by the Mysuru Warriors, maintained great body posture to smash a towering six during the match against Bengaluru Blasters.

5km In 30 Minutes, Gym, Batting: How India Star Sarfaraz Khan Has Kept Fitness In Five Months Of No Cricket

After making his debut in the India-England Test series in February, Indian domestic run-scoring stalwart Sarfaraz Khan hasn't played a competitive match in five months. The 26-year-old batter last played in the fifth and final Test of the series, where he scored 56 off just 60 balls in India's only innings. Sarfaraz - who had a prolonged wait before his Test debut - isn't guaranteed a middle-order slot for India, as Virat Kohli and KL Rahul are set to return. Yet, the batsman has kept up a gruelling practice routine, and aims to get among the runs in the ongoing Buchi Babu cricket tournament.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Spotted Driving His Lamborghini, Number Plate Has World Record Connection

India's ODI captain Rohit Sharma is enjoying some good time off the cricket field. After the Indian cricket team's 0-2 ODI series loss to Sri Lanka, Rohit Sharma and Co. have got a gap of more than a month before coming into action again. India will next take on Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, starting September 19. During the ongoing break, several players are spending some quality time and captain Rohit is no expection. He was seen driving his blue-coloured Lamborghini Urus on the streets of Mumbai, a video of which is going viral on social media.

"Because Of Harsh Steps I Have Taken...": Jay Shah's Straight Talk On Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it mandatory for all the centrally contracted players, who are fit and off national duty, to participate in domestic cricket. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer are the ones who have already been at the receiving end of the Board's fury for not playing domesic cricket when possible. The two players were excluded from the list of central contracts that was announced by BCCI earlier this year as they missed out on domestic games despite being fit and also away from international circuit.

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West Indies vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score Updates

Jasprit Bumrah Reveals This India Captain Gave Him "Lot Of Security". It's Not Rohit Sharma

"Punishment Should Be Such That...": Sourav Ganguly's Blunt Take On Kolkata Rape Horror

Pakistan Release Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam From 1st Test Squad vs Bangladesh

"Like Father, Like Son": Rahul Dravid's Son's Six Draws Comparisons With India Great

5km In 30 Minutes, Gym, Batting: How India Star Sarfaraz Khan Has Kept Fitness In Five Months Of No Cricket

Watch: Rohit Sharma Spotted Driving His Lamborghini, Number Plate Has World Record Connection

"Because Of Harsh Steps I Have Taken...": Jay Shah's Straight Talk On Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan