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"Had Dhoni Given Me A Chance...": Paceman Ishwar Pandey On Unfulfilled Team India Dream

Remember the tall fast bowler Ishwar Pandey, who had played in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings? The paceman announced his retirement from the sport on Tuesday in an Instagram post. Ishwar, got very close to getting an India cap but that dream remained unfulfilled. In 75 first-class matches he picked up 263 wickets. He was a star paceman for Madhya Pradesh and also featured for Central Zone n domestic cricket.

England Women vs India Women, 2nd T20I: Smriti Mandhana 79* Guides India To Series-Levelling Win

Opener Smriti Mandhana's 79* and captain Harmanpreet Kaur's unbeaten 29 helped India beat England by eight wickets in the second T20I of the three-match series at County Cricket Ground, Derby on Wednesday. Smriti's glorious unbeaten knock ensured that India avoided any hiccups to chase down a sub-par total set by the hosts England. She was ably accompanied by the Indian captain right till the end to help India get their first win of the series, enabling the visitors to tie the series 1-1.

"Arshdeep Has Struggled A Lot": Elated Parents Of Pacer After T20 World Cup Squad Selection

Young India pacer Arshdeep Singh is on a roll, since he made his international debut against England in T20Is this year. The Punjab-born pacer has been unstoppable since then, reaching new heights with every game. He is currently one of the most economical bowlers of India, who is known for stopping the run-flow in death overs. But, Arshdeep also had to face a lot of criticism when he dropped a relatively easy catch of Asif Ali, during the Asia Cup Super 4 clash against Pakistan. The selectors, however, showed faith in him and he got named in India's T20 World Cup squad. Elated with his inclusion, Arshdeep's parents called it a dream come true.

Pakistan Spinner Suspended For Breaching PCB's Anti-Corruption Code

Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday, suspended left-arm spinner Asif Afridi, under the anti-corruption code, which also includes him failing to report a corrupt approach. Under the Article 4.71 of PCB's anti-corruption code, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa spinner will not be allowed to take part in any cricket activity until the conclusion of the case that is currently under the PCB's anti-corruption unit. In an official statement, PCB stated, "The Pakistan Cricket Board, on 12 September 2022, provisionally suspended Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's left-arm spinner Asif Afridi with immediate effect under Article 4.7.1 of the PCB Anti-Corruption Code, which means that he cannot take part in any cricket-related activity, pending conclusion of the investigation being carried out by PCB's Anti-Corruption Unit."

Watch: Jayant Yadav Castles Batter With Absolute Ripper In County Match

India off-spinner Jayant Yadav bowled a beauty to castle Somerset's Kasey Aldridge on his County Championship debut for Warwickshire on Tuesday. The 32-year-old, bowling during the Somerset's second innings with the bat, pitched the ball up outside the off-stump. As Aldridge, promoted up the order as a nightwatchman, looked to defend it, the ball spun back in sharply to go through his gates and clatter into the stumps. It was Yadav's second wicket of the match, having taken one in Somerset' first innings as well.

Arshdeep "Could Not Sleep" After Asia Cup Match vs Pakistan, Coach Reveals

Young India pacer Arshdeep Singh became one of the major highlights of Asia Cup 2022, for both right and wrong reasons. The Punjab bowler, who made his international debut in the T20I against England this year, has played 11 matches and scalped 14 wickets so far. During the Asia Cup Super 4 clash against Pakistan, Arshdeep dropped a relatively easy catch of Asif Ali, following which he had to face a lot flak on social media. After India lost to Pakistan, where Arshdeep failed to defend seven runs of the last over, he had a chat with his coach Jaswant Rai, expressing disappointment on his performance.

"Something He Wants To Do": Rohan Gavaskar On Virat Kohli's Batting Position In T20 World Cup

The All-India Senior-Selection Committee picked the T20 World Cup squad on Monday. Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel made their way back into the squad after recovering from their respective injuries. However, one of the big talking points is whether Virat Kohli should come out to open alongside Rohit Sharma in the marquee event. Former India batter Rohan Gavaskar has backed Kohli to open with Suryakumar Yadav batting at No.3. However, he also said that with this, KL Rahul would have to miss out, and it would be tricky as he is an "absolute class act".

Australia face usual Bledisloe demons against All Blacks

MELBOURNE : Australia's battle for credibility in front of sceptical home fans will reach a crescendo in Melbourne on Thursday where their quest for two pieces of coveted silverware could unravel against the All Blacks.

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"Had Dhoni Given Me A Chance...": Paceman Ishwar Pandey On Unfulfilled Team India Dream

England Women vs India Women, 2nd T20I: Smriti Mandhana 79* Guides India To Series-Levelling Win

"Arshdeep Has Struggled A Lot": Elated Parents Of Pacer After T20 World Cup Squad Selection

Pakistan Spinner Suspended For Breaching PCB's Anti-Corruption Code

Watch: Jayant Yadav Castles Batter With Absolute Ripper In County Match

Arshdeep "Could Not Sleep" After Asia Cup Match vs Pakistan, Coach Reveals

"Something He Wants To Do": Rohan Gavaskar On Virat Kohli's Batting Position In T20 World Cup

Australia face usual Bledisloe demons against All Blacks