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India present huge ODI challenge for transformed Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe face their biggest challenge since Dave Houghton became coach two months ago when they host India in a series of three one-day internationals, starting on Thursday. Although several stars, including batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, are being rested ahead of the Asia Cup in the UAE this month, the tourists are expected to win all three matches in Harare. India are placed third behind leaders New Zealand and England in the ODI rankings, 10 places above Zimbabwe. Under the guidance of 64-year-old former batting star Houghton, the southern Africa nation have won nine of 11 ODI and Twenty20 internationals. With Houghton in charge, hosts Zimbabwe beat non-Test teams Jersey, Singapore, the United States, Papua New Guinea and the Netherlands to qualify for the 2022 T20 World Cup.

Watch: Pakistan Captain Babar Azam Dazzles With "Sublime Knock" Of 74 Against Netherlands In 1st ODI

Pakistan captain Babar Azam hit a sublime knock of 74 in the first ODI against the Netherlands in Rotterdam. Pakistan got off to a slow start before Babar and Fakhar Zaman stitched a 168-run partnership of 170 balls, and helped their team post a total of 314 for six in 50 overs. While Fakhar hit a run-a-ball 109, Babar carved out a 74-run knock, hitting six boundaries and a six. Babar was dismissed after mistiming a delivery from Dutch paceman Logan van Beek.

Fakhar Zaman ton helps Pakistan beat Netherlands by 16 runs in first ODI

Pakistan to a 16-run victory in the first of a three-match series Tuesday against the Netherlands in Rotterdam. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat in warm and humid conditions on a day where big scores were expected on a sluggish pitch at the VOC Cricket Club outside the Dutch harbour city. The tourists, however, got off to a slow start before posting a commanding 314-6 after 50 overs. Despite a valiant run chase, the Dutch finished on 298-8 against a spirited Pakistani team, backed by a myriad of vocal supporters. Zaman carved out a run-a-ball 109 while captain Babar Azam hit 74 before being caught after mistiming a delivery from Dutch paceman Logan van Beek.

James Anderson: There are unlikely to be many more Test players in their forties

England seamer James Anderson admits he is fortunate to still have the passion for Test cricket but feels it is unlikely there will be many more playing beyond their 40th birthday.

James Anderson ‘as happy as I have felt in an England dressing room for years’

James Anderson admitted the start to the Brendon McCullum era left him the happiest he has felt in an England dressing room for years.

England's Stokes glad to see South Africa wade into 'Bazball' debate

Ben Stokes said on Tuesday he was happy to hear South Africa players talking about England's new swashbuckling "Bazball" approach ahead of the first Test at Lord's, even as he has distanced himself from the hype.

Netherlands vs Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman's Century Helps Pakistan Beat Netherlands By 16 runs In First ODI

Opener Fakhar Zaman hit his seventh one-day international century to steer Pakistan to a 16-run victory in the first of a three-match series Tuesday against the Netherlands in Rotterdam. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat in warm and humid conditions on a day where big scores were expected on a sluggish pitch at the VOC Cricket Club outside the Dutch harbour city. The tourists however got off to a slow start before posting a commanding 314-6 after 50 overs.

Gqeberha-based T20 League franchise to be called Sunrisers Eastern Cape

As the hype around Cricket South Africa's upcoming T20 tournament in January 2023 grows, the Gqeberha-based franchise is the latest to receive its official name.

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India present huge ODI challenge for transformed Zimbabwe

Watch: Pakistan Captain Babar Azam Dazzles With "Sublime Knock" Of 74 Against Netherlands In 1st ODI

Fakhar Zaman ton helps Pakistan beat Netherlands by 16 runs in first ODI

James Anderson: There are unlikely to be many more Test players in their forties

James Anderson ‘as happy as I have felt in an England dressing room for years’

England's Stokes glad to see South Africa wade into 'Bazball' debate

Netherlands vs Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman's Century Helps Pakistan Beat Netherlands By 16 runs In First ODI

Gqeberha-based T20 League franchise to be called Sunrisers Eastern Cape