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New Zealand could hardly not be confident of sealing their first series triumph over South Africa in 72 years of trying when they take to the field at Hamilton's Seddon Park for the second test on Tuesday.
Harjas Singh slammed a brilliant half-century to help Australia lift the U-19 World Cup title for the fourth time on Sunday. Harjas hit 55 off 64 balls in the final against India, laying the foundation of Australia's 79-run win in Benoni, South Africa. Harjas, who mustered just 49 runs in his six previous outings prior to the final, delivered the goods when his team needed it the most. Chasing a target of 254, India were bowled out for 174, with Mahli Beardman and Raf MacMillan bagging three wickets each.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan is of the opinion that Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) could try opener KL Rahul in the middle-order. Rahul opens the batting for LSG at the marquee event ever since joining the side in 2022. In his first IPL season for the side, Rahul scored 616 runs across 15 match at an average of over 51. The following edition saw Rahul missing noticeable number of games due to injury. He played 9 matches for LSG in IPL 2023 and scored 274 runs. Heaping praises on Rahul, Pathan said that he is a player who can bat in any position.
Star Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell continued his purple patch which started during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India last year, which has seen him not only secure the sixth marquee cricket tournament with the team but also break or equal with some big records. Maxwell, also known as 'The Big Show' hit his fifth T20I century against West Indies in the second T20I at Adelaide on Sunday, scoring 120* in 55 balls, with 12 fours and eight sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 218.88.
Former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif on Sunday praised Australia for their win over India in the ICC U19 World Cup final at Benoni, saying that this time Aussies were a better team both "on the pitch and on paper". Australia broke their winless streak against India in the U19 title clashes as its pace attack helped defend 254 against Men in Blue, winning their first title since 2010 and overall their fourth title on Sunday. Kaif took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote that results do not matter much at the U19 level, but rather future stars learn lessons that help them in their long journey. He also congratulated India for their performances in the tournament.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape defeated Durban Super Giants in the summit clash of SA20 2023-24 to claim back-to-back titles. The Aiden Markram-led side registered an empathic 89-run victory over the Super Giants. Opting to bat first, the Sunrisers posted a whopping total of 204/3 in 20 overs with Tristan Stubbs and Tom Abell scoring 56* and 55 runs respectively. Later, the Super Giants were bundled out for 115 with Marco Jansen claiming a five-wicket haul. It was a joyous moment for the whole team, including their host Kavya Maran as she whole-heartedly celebrated her side's victory.
Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja had to take to social media after certain accusations made by his father in an interview went viral on social media. Ravindra's father claimed that his relationship with the Indian cricket team star and his wife Rivaba has been strained for a long time, prompting a reply from the all-rounder. In an event, even Ravindra's wife Rivaba was asked about the accusations by her husband's dad. But, the politician refused to dwell on the topic and reminded those questioning him of the purpose of the event.
Idia Royals Female Cricket Club, (CC) of Benin defeated Smashers CC of Uyo by seven wickets to win the 2024 South-South Female Cricket League in Benin City yesterday..