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"If Pakistan Defeats India, It's An Upset...": Gautam Gambhir On Cricket Rivalry

The on-field rivalry between India and Pakistan is considered to be one of the intense battles in the world of cricket. The two teams have not played a bilateral series in around a decade due to political tensions and as a result, their matches in international or continental competitions are some of the most highly-anticipated encounters in the calendar. Last time when these two teams faced each other was in the Cricket World Cup 2023 and India were able to extend their unbeaten run against Pakistan in the tournament. Former India opener Gautam Gambhir believes that India are currently "far superior" in comparison to Pakistan and as a result, the balance in the rivalry is not same as earlier.

NZ vs BAN: New Zealand Win Third T20I To Square Series With Bangladesh

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner took four wickets as they beat Bangladesh by 17 runs in a rain-affected third and final Twenty20 international on Sunday to draw the series 1-1. After dismissing the tourists for 110 in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand's top-order collapsed to 49-5 before Jimmy Neesham and Santner recovered to reach 95-5 off 14.4 overs. When heavy rain halted play, the Black Caps were comfortably ahead of the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern target, thanks largely to an unbeaten 28 from all-rounder Neesham.

Umpires "Thrown Out Of The Ground" In Massive Controversy In American Premier League

The American Premier League (APL) saw a massive controversy after the owner and umpires got involved in a feud over payment. According to reports, the umpires claim that they were not paid their due amount of 30 thousand Dollars. On the other hand, APL has claimed that the umpires demanded the amount from the owner despite getting a down payment and blackmailed to stop the semi-finals. The organiser added that cops were called on the spot and the umpires were "thrown out of the ground".

"Every Game Is...": Australia Great Compares IPL To Olympics In Massive Verdict

Legendary Australian cricket team opener Justin Langer compared the Indian Premier League (IPL) to the Olympic Games and said that every game in the competition is a spectacle. Langer became the head coach of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the IPL 2024 season as the franchise moved away from the management of Andy Flower and Gautam Gambhir. Langer mentioned his conversations with Ricky Ponting and Tom Moody as the ex-Australia coach got ready for his stint in the IPL.

"Instead Of Prasidh Krishna Or Shardul Thakur...": Ex-Pakistan Star Slams India's Selection After Loss To South Africa In 1st Test

The Indian cricket team suffered an embarrassing innings and 32-run loss to South Africa in the first Test match in Centurion. The Proteas put an all-round performance to outwit India within three days and took a 1-0 unassailable lead in the two-match series. While all the batters, barring Virat Kohli, flopped in India's second innings, the bowlers too failed to impress in their only chance as South Africa were not needed to bat for a second time in the game. In their only innings, the hosts scored 408 despite Jasprit Bumrah's four-wicket haul.

"Indira Nagar Ka Goonda": Venkatesh Prasad's Witty Take On Spat With Aamir Sohail Is Viral

The on-field rivalry between Venkatesh Prasad and Aamir Sohail during the India vs Pakistan match in the Cricket World Cup 1996 quarter-finals holds a special place in history books. Any match between India and Pakistan guarantee a competitive environment and the two cricketers took it to another level with their battle. Anwar slammed a delivery from Prasad on the off-side and on the next ball, he pointed towards that direction once again to suggest that he will be repeating his feat. However, Prasad had a different ending in mind as his next delivery crashed into Sohail's stumps to leave him stunned.

From Virat Kohli's 50th ODI Ton To Glenn Maxwell's Great Wankhede Heist, A Look At Top Cricketing Moments Of 2023

Cricket is a game of moments. More than the sounds of the bat and ball, the mini physical, statistical, mental and status-based match-ups and moments that come during a game define the sport and capture the excitement, joy, heartbreak, ecstasy, and sadness it brings. All it takes is a single moment to win a game, to capture a World Cup, to become an unlikely hero and to break a million of hearts.

From Pat Cummins To Virat Kohli, A Look At Best Cricketers Of 2023

Though cricket is a team sport, it is individual performances that make or mar teams. It is often individuals who are glorified as 'King' or 'God' or tarred as villains depending on victories or losses. Though fans admire their national teams, one or two players are absolute hot favourites and are followed closely. Slowly and steadily, the fanbases of individual players unravel themselves on social media and inside cricketing arenas. 2023 was no different.

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"If Pakistan Defeats India, It's An Upset...": Gautam Gambhir On Cricket Rivalry

NZ vs BAN: New Zealand Win Third T20I To Square Series With Bangladesh

Umpires "Thrown Out Of The Ground" In Massive Controversy In American Premier League

"Every Game Is...": Australia Great Compares IPL To Olympics In Massive Verdict

"Instead Of Prasidh Krishna Or Shardul Thakur...": Ex-Pakistan Star Slams India's Selection After Loss To South Africa In 1st Test

"Indira Nagar Ka Goonda": Venkatesh Prasad's Witty Take On Spat With Aamir Sohail Is Viral

From Virat Kohli's 50th ODI Ton To Glenn Maxwell's Great Wankhede Heist, A Look At Top Cricketing Moments Of 2023

From Pat Cummins To Virat Kohli, A Look At Best Cricketers Of 2023