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New Zealand Pacer Neil Wagner Announces Retirement From International Cricket

New Zealand fast bowler Neil Wagner on Tuesday called time on his illustrious 64-Test career for the Blackcaps, announcing his retirement from international cricket. The left-armer finishes his Test career fifth overall on the list of New Zealand Test wicket-takers. The 37-year-old pacer took the emotional choice after a difficult chat with coach Gary Stead last week when it was clear that he was not in New Zealand's top XI for the forthcoming series against Australia. The pacer was named to New Zealand's team to face Australia, but he was not picked for the first Test in Wellington and will be dropped from the squad for the second Test in Christchurch.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Slams Bat In Frustration As Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts His Wicket To Joe Root

Rohit Sharma's disappointment was visible as Yashasvi Jaiswal ended up gifting his wicket to Joe Root on Day 4 of the fourth Test match between India and England in Ranchi on Monday. Jaiswal played brilliantly and was off to a great start when he miscued a simple shot off Root's bowling and James Anderson pulled off a good catch to end his stay at the crease after scoring 37 off 44 deliveries. Rohit was upset with how Jaiswal got dismissed despite getting a great start and the India skipper even slammed his bat on the pitch in frustration as the youngster made his way back to the dressing room.

Watch: Kuldeep Yadav Bamboozles Ben Stokes With Stunner. Batter's Reaction Is Viral

England cricket team captain Ben Stokes was completely bamboozled by a stunning delivery from Kuldeep Yadav on Day 3 of the fourth Test match against India in Ranchi on Sunday. During the 33rd over of England's second innings, the delivery from Kuldeep landed on the leg stump but spun massively towards the off-stump. Stokes tried to follow the line of the delivery but was taken aback by the spin and it went on to hit his back pad and then roll onto the stumps. The disappointment was clear on the batter's face as he walked back to the dressing room with his side in a bit of trouble.

SA-born Black Caps fast bowler Neil Wagner retires from international cricket

An emotional Neil Wagner announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday, after the fast bowler was left out of New Zealand's team for the first Test against Australia this week.

Virat Kohli's Photo With Daughter Vamika At A London Restaurant Goes Viral

Virat Kohli, start Indian cricket team batter, and his wife Anushka Sharna, a popular Bollywood actor, recently announced they were blessed with a baby boy - Akaay - on February 15. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have an elder daughter - Vamika. Virat Kohli has been missing from action on the cricket field for almost a month now, and their were speculations over it. The former Indian cricket team captain ended the speculation with a post on social media. "With abundant happiness and our hearts full of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on 15th February, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay & Vamika's little brother into this world!," Kohli informed in an instagram post.

Injured India Fast Bowler Mohammed Shami Undergoes Successful Heel Surgery

Indian cricket team star pacer Mohammed Shami provided a huge update on Monday and disclosed that he has undergone an operation on his Achilles tendon. The right-arm pacer took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the news with his fans. "Just had a successful heel operation on my achilles tendon! Recovery is going to take some time, but looking forward to getting back on my feet. #AchillesRecovery #HeelSurgery #RoadToRecovery," Shami posted on X. Shami missed the home T20I series against Australia following the ICC event, and he was ruled out of the entire South Africa tour. He also missed the Afghanistan series and is not participating in the ongoing Test series against England.

"Maybe Virat Kohli Will Miss IPL Too," Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment Gives Rise To Speculation

With Virat Kohli skipping the ongoing Test series against England citing personal reasons, the legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Monday wondered if the star batter would play in the upcoming Indian Premier League. The IPL 24 will begin with defending champions Chennai Super Kings taking on Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22 at Chepauk. Initially named in the Indian Test squad, the RCB talisman pulled out before the opening game in Hyderabad. Earlier this month, the cricketer along with his wife Anushka Sharma announced the birth of their second child.

New Zealand's Wagner retires from international cricket

New Zealand paceman Neil Wagner has called time on his 64-test career, bowing out as the nation's fifth highest wicket-taker with 260 victims.

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New Zealand Pacer Neil Wagner Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Watch: Rohit Sharma Slams Bat In Frustration As Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts His Wicket To Joe Root

Watch: Kuldeep Yadav Bamboozles Ben Stokes With Stunner. Batter's Reaction Is Viral

SA-born Black Caps fast bowler Neil Wagner retires from international cricket

Virat Kohli's Photo With Daughter Vamika At A London Restaurant Goes Viral

Injured India Fast Bowler Mohammed Shami Undergoes Successful Heel Surgery

"Maybe Virat Kohli Will Miss IPL Too," Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Comment Gives Rise To Speculation

New Zealand's Wagner retires from international cricket