Who is Mahika Gaur? The UAE fast bowler set to make her Hundred debut
Mahika Gaur could be set to make her debut in the Hundred on Wednesday.
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"Not So Alive...": Naseer Hussain, Ricky Ponting's Harrowing Verdict On Test Cricket
The Ashes 2023 produced a number of exciting moments with all the five Tests attracting almost full houses on a daily basis. The cricket on display was praised heavily by the critics but former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes that it is enough to bring back the interest in the longest format of the sport. During the final Ashes Test, Ponting said that the cricket boards around the world should look into making Tests interesting again and it cannot be only dependent on the big teams.
Watch: CSK Great Suresh Raina's 'Desi' Training Prompts Reaction From Double World Cup-Winner
Suresh Raina's exploits in the middle-order for the Indian cricket team and Chennai Super Kings made him one of the star batters in the sport. In 205 IPL matches, Raina scored 5528 runs at an average of 32.52. He was also part of the Indian teams which won the 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy. Raina is the first Indian to score a century in the Men's T20 World Cup, which he did when he hit 101 against South Africa in the 2010 edition. Raina has now retired from competitive cricket.
James Anderson "More Firm" To Continue Playing For England After Stuart Broad's Retirement
English pacer Stuart Broad's retirement announcement has furthermore firmed the decision of James Anderson to continue his international career with the England team. Broad and Anderson are the top two pacers for the England team in the Test matches. Anderson has taken 690 wickets with an average of 26.42 in 183 Test matches. Following his mate, Broad has bagged 604 scalps in 167 Tests with an average of 27.68. Stuart Broad scripted a fairytale finish to his career by taking the final two wickets, defeating the visitors by 49 runs in the fifth and final Ashes Test at The Oval on Monday.
"We Don't Ask For Luxury But...": Hardik Pandya Slams West Indies Board
India's stand-in skipper Hardik Pandya wasn't a happy man despite the team winning the ODI series 2-1. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Hardik didn't flinch as he criticised the West Indies board for failing to manage even the 'basic necessities' of Indian cricketers. Hardik said that while the team doesn't want luxuries, he is hopeful of the 'basics' to be taken care of when they tour the Caribbean side the next time.
"Not So Happy With...": Ishan Kishan's Eye-Catching Remarks After 3rd ODI
Indian opener Ishan Kishan was disappointed that he did not capitalise on his half-century and was dismissed after scoring 77 in the third ODI match against West Indies. With Mukesh Kumar's early breakthrough followed by Shardul Thakur's clobber bowling, India registered a 2-1 series win against West Indies after winning the third ODI match by massive 200-runs at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba on Wednesday. The outstanding opening partnership of 143 runs between Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill guided India to set a massive target of 351/5 against WI.
"...For Last 8-9 Years": Sanju Samson Sums Up His Team India Career
One of the most famous Indian cricketers, Sanju Smason has had a tough time cementing his spot in the Indian team. The wicket-keeper batter has been in and out of the ODI and T20I sides, while playing in different positions, but never has he been able to become one of the go-to players. After scoring a half-century against West Indies in the third and final ODI of the 3-match series, Samson spoke about the 'challenges' he has had to face over the last 8-9 years, trying to become a more consistent player in the Indian team.
"Virat Kohli Of Bowling": Harbhajan Singh's Unique Take On Fit-Again Jasprit Bumrah
A fit-again Jasprit Bumrah marked his return to the Indian team for the T20I series against Ireland. With only youngsters selected for the assignment, Bumrah was also named the captain of the team for the series. In what would serve as a big platform to prepare for the forthcoming Asia Cup and the World Cup, Bumrah would be determined to show his worth on the pitch. Speaking of the importance the marquee pacer has for the Indian team, former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh called him the 'Virat Kohli of bowling' while highlighting how crucial Bumrah remains for India's plans to end the ICC trophy drought.