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Shikhar Dhawan Explains How South Africa ODI Series Will Help T20 World Cup Stand-By Players

All the stand-by players for the T20 World Cup, playing in the South Africa ODI series will aim to use the three games to make a case for themselves for the main squad, stand-in skipper Shikhar Dhawan said on Wednesday. With Jasprit Bumrah already ruled out, the series could be a shot-out between Deepak Chahar, who is in the stand-by list and Mohammed Siraj, who could make that list in the event that Mohammed Shami fails to become match-fit before October 15.

Pakistan's Shadab Khan Gives Hilarious Response To Fan Who Asked Him To "Focus On World Cup"

Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan celebrated his 24th birthday on Tuesday, October 04. A number of Pakistani cricketers and fans took to social media to greet the all-rounder on his special day. From a host of birthday greetings that were posted for Shadab, one specific conversation caught a fan's attention. That conversation was between Shadab and his teammate Iftikhar Ahmad.

AB backs Bavuma at T20 World Cup: 'His form will come at the right time'

Former Proteas skipper AB de Villiers has come out in full support of under-fire Temba Bavuma as the current limited overs national captain desperately searches for form ahead of the T20 World Cup, which takes place in Australia later this month.

India Capitals vs Bhilwara Kings, Legends League Cricket 2022 Final Live Score: Ross Taylor, Mitchell Johnson Steady Capitals After Top-Order Collapse

India Capitals vs Bhilwara Kings, Legends League Cricket Final Live Updates: Ross Taylor is on the charge for the India Capitals, following a top-order collapse. India Capitals Gautam Gambhir failed to gave his team a strong start as he was dismissed in the first over by Monty Panesar. Rahul Sharma then struck twice in the second over to put the Capitals three down early. Panesar then bagged his second, dismissing the explosive Dwayne Smith. Earlier, Bhilwara Kings won the toss and opted to bowl against India Capitals in the final of the Legends League Cricket 2022 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Capitals had earlied defeated the Kings in the Qualifier, and will look to do the same in the summit clash. Kings, on the other hand, defeated Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator to set up a rematch with the Capitals. Both teams finished the group stage on seven points, with Capitals topping the table due to a superior net run-rate.

"Can Badly Affect Health": Pakistan Batter Responds To Chants Against Teammate

Pakistan on Sunday lost the 7th and deciding T20I match to England by 67 runs at Gadaffi Stadium, Lahore. England posted 209 runs at the loss of 3 wickets batting first in the game and then stopped Pakistan at 142 for 8 in 20 overs. The hosts put on a dismal show with the bat in the series decider as only Shan Masood scored a fifty while the rest of the team failed to make noticeable contribution. While fans were supporting their respective teams, a section of the crowd made a bad gesture towards Pakistan batter Khushdil Shah.

Virat Kohli is my idol, trying to add his level of intensity in my own game: Rajat Patidar

Virat Kohli is his idol and he tries to imbibe his intensity in his own game. Patidar received his maiden national side call-up for three-match ODI series against South Africa, which will start from Thursday onwards in Lucknow. "Virat Kohli and AB De Villiers are my idols. They are highly experienced in international cricket. I looked at them and wondered how I would talk to them. But then they talked to me themselves, it was a good moment for me. It gave me confidence. I have learnt a lot from Dinesh Karthik, Virat Kohli, and AB De Villiers in the nets while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Especially Virat, who carries the same intensity in both nets and matches. It feels good watching it and I try to add on that intensity in my own game," said Patidar in a video posted by BCCI.

India vs South Africa: Malan backs under-fire Bavuma to strike form in ODIs

Bavuma has been under-fire for his poor show with the bat in the three-match T20 International series, which the visitors lost 1-2. But, Malan believes the ODI series is the perfect platform for Bavuma to strike form ahead of the T20 World Cup starting later this month in Australia.

Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Axar Patel Nominated For ICC 'Player Of The Month' For September

The Indian trio of Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur and Axar Patel was on Wednesday nominated ICC 'Player of the Month' award in the women and men's categories for September. Skipper Kaur and vice-captain Mandhana have been shortlisted for the very first time and if one of them goes on to win will then become the first ever India player to win the Women's Player of the Month award, thanks to stellar performances in both ODI and T20I series in England.

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Shikhar Dhawan Explains How South Africa ODI Series Will Help T20 World Cup Stand-By Players

Pakistan's Shadab Khan Gives Hilarious Response To Fan Who Asked Him To "Focus On World Cup"

AB backs Bavuma at T20 World Cup: 'His form will come at the right time'

India Capitals vs Bhilwara Kings, Legends League Cricket 2022 Final Live Score: Ross Taylor, Mitchell Johnson Steady Capitals After Top-Order Collapse

"Can Badly Affect Health": Pakistan Batter Responds To Chants Against Teammate

Virat Kohli is my idol, trying to add his level of intensity in my own game: Rajat Patidar

India vs South Africa: Malan backs under-fire Bavuma to strike form in ODIs

Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Axar Patel Nominated For ICC 'Player Of The Month' For September