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Not Murali Or Narine, Chris Gayle Claims He's The "Greatest Off-Spinner Of All Time"

West Indies batter Chris Gayle will be turning 43 next month but it seems that the 'Universe Boss' has no intentions of retiring from the sport. Gayle, who is the leading scorer in T20s with 14,562 runs to his name, is currently gearing up for the upcoming '6ixty' - a new franchise-based 60-ball cricket tournament in the Caribbean Islands, which starts later on Wednesday. While everyone is excited to see him bat again, Gayle praised his bowling skills, and even went on to call himself the 'greatest off-spinner'.

Cheteshwar Pujara Completes 5,000 runs In List A Cricket

Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has completed 5,000 List A cricket runs. India's Test veteran accomplished this landmark during his side's One Day Cup match against Middlesex at Hove on Tuesday. Pujara unleashed a rare side of him during his side Sussex's match against Middlesex, smashing 132 runs in just 90 balls with 20 fours and two sixes. He was striking runs at a great strike rate of 146.66.

Watch: Sneak Peek Into Hardik's Life - Private Jet, Family And Practice

Asia Cup 2022 is just around the corner and so is the clash between India and Pakistan, which will be played on August 28 in Dubai. As the team gears up for the most-awaited match, India all-rounder Hardik Pandya seems to be having a good time at his residence with his family and friends, but also not making any compromises with his practice. Hardik posted a reel on Instagram, where he showcased a glimpse of the activities that he does in his entire day. Known for his swag, Hardik could be seen travelling in his private jet, donning a dapper look with a black vest and a silver chain around his neck.

Asia Cup 2022: Former Pakistan Pacer Wants Babar Azam's Side To Capitalise On India's Weakness

India and Pakistan will lock horns in the Asia Cup on August 28th and excitement has been building up among fans for the big clash. Former cricketers from both the countries have been giving their opinion on the chances of either side. Both teams will be missing their premier fast bowlers in the tournament. Pakistan will be without the dangerous Shaheen Shah Afridi, while India will miss Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel and they have decided against picking the experienced Mohammed Shami.

Bench Led By Justice DY Chandrachud To Hear BCCI Matters, Says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said the matters related to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), including amending its constitution, would be heard by a bench headed by Justice DY Chandrachud. A bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana said that earlier judgement of August 9, 2018 in the BCCI matters was passed by a bench comprising then CJI Dipak Misra and Justices A M Khanwilkar and Chandrachud. The bench, also comprising Justices Hima Kohli and C T Ravikumar, observed that Justices Misra and Khanwilkar have since retired.

Players body flags talent drain from international game to T20 leagues

Mushrooming T20 leagues have turned cricket's labour market on its head, presenting a scenario where players can earn significantly more from these gigs than they possibly can from international cricket. "We have highlighted flight of talent away from international cricket as a critical issue for the game for a number of years, and it is now starting to impact on bigger countries, not just the smaller ones," FICA chief executive Tom Moffat told Reuters.

"We Were Bit Timid": Ravi Shastri On Why Team India Should Play Aggressively In T20Is

The 2022 T20 World Cup will start in Australia in two months' time. Since 2013, India have not won any ICC event and the World Cup will be a major opportunity for the Rohit Sharma-led side to end that drought. Under Rohit, Team India has increasingly shown a tendency to play aggressively in the T20I format. Former India coach Ravi Shastri on Tuesday said India must continue with their ultra-aggressive approach with the bat in the shortest format after being a tad 'timid' in the past.

"Crushed Side's Confidence For 4 Years": Kapil Dev Recalls Defeat To Pakistan

Cricket fans all-over the world are eagerly waiting for the mouth-watering clash between India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2022 on August 28. Over the years, both the teams have played numerous games against each other and have always been the center of attraction, due to their heated rivalry. Both countries have showcased a cut-throat competition, which makes it difficult for the fans and experts to predict a winner between the two. As the Asia Cup clash is approaching, former India captain Kapil Dev revisited the final of the Austral-Asia Cup 1986, where India lost to Pakistan by one wicket. While recalling that loss, Kapil stated that it was really difficult for his team to make a comeback from there.

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Not Murali Or Narine, Chris Gayle Claims He's The "Greatest Off-Spinner Of All Time"

Cheteshwar Pujara Completes 5,000 runs In List A Cricket

Watch: Sneak Peek Into Hardik's Life - Private Jet, Family And Practice

Asia Cup 2022: Former Pakistan Pacer Wants Babar Azam's Side To Capitalise On India's Weakness

Bench Led By Justice DY Chandrachud To Hear BCCI Matters, Says Supreme Court

Players body flags talent drain from international game to T20 leagues

"We Were Bit Timid": Ravi Shastri On Why Team India Should Play Aggressively In T20Is

"Crushed Side's Confidence For 4 Years": Kapil Dev Recalls Defeat To Pakistan