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"In Islamic Teachings...": Rashid Khan Takes Strong Stand As Taliban Bar Afghanistan Women For Medical Institutes

Star Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan came out in support of Afghan women after the Taliban regime banned them from studying in medical institutes. According to Khaama Press, students of midwifery and nursing programs in Kabul are reportedly being denied entry to their institutes. The officials are citing verbal orders from the Taliban leadership that "classes are currently suspended."

KL Rahul Or Rohit Sharma? Ravi Shastri's Blunt Take On India Opening Option In 2nd Test vs Australia

Former cricketer Ravi Shastri has backed KL Rahul to continue to open for India in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy because of the lack of time captain Rohit Sharma has had in Australia. India head coach Gautam Gambhir has found himself in a dilemma that needs to be addressed before the day-night Test begins in Adelaide on Friday. The opening conundrum began after KL Rahul made the Australian bowlers toil with his swagger on a challenging Perth Test strip.

Watch: CSK's Rs 30 Lakh Recruit Runs Riot, Dismisses Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya In 'Record' Hat-trick

Karnataka spinner Shreyas Gopal levelled with compatriot Amit Mishra to register the most hat-tricks by an Indian bowler in T20 cricket. Gopal reached this accomplishment during his side's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Baroda on Tuesday. During the game, while defending a total of 170 runs set on the back of a fine half-century from Abhinav Manohar (56 in 34 balls, with six sixes), Karnataka seemed to be in trouble with Baroda at 102/1 in 10 overs. Gopal, who was recently bought by CSK for Rs 30 lakh in the IPL auction, turned the game on its head by removing Shashwat Rawat for 63 in 37 balls, with seven fours and two sixes.

Babar Azam's Inclusion, Shaheen Afridi's Removal Questioned As Pakistan Pick Squad For South Africa tour

Former cricketer Basit Ali has questioned the inclusion of Babar Azam in Pakistan's squads for South Africa tour and star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi being dropped from the Test fold. Pakistan unveiled its squads for the multi-format tour of South Africa which will kick off on December 10 in Durban. A couple of surprises came along with the decision as Babar returned to the Test side after being dropped from the second and third Tests against England. While Shaheen, who was also dropped alongside the former Pakistan skipper, still remains sidelined from the red-ball cricket. Basit criticised the selection committee's decision to include Babar and dropping Shaheen from the Test side.

"After MS Dhoni Left...": Rahul Dravid Pays Rich Compliment To Rishabh Pant

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy progresses, anticipation is building for the second Test match at Adelaide, particularly with the thrilling prospect of the Pink Ball Test. Indian cricket legend and former head coach, Rahul Dravid reflected on a range of topics including rising star Rishabh Pant's heroic 89-run innings at the Gabba, a knock that helped India chase down a daunting target of 328 and secure a historic victory, according to Star Sports. The Gabba, long considered Australia's fortress, had been a daunting ground for many teams. However, Pant's remarkable performance turned the tide in India's favour, cementing his place as one of the most exciting talents in world cricket.

"Jay Shah Has Got...": Outgoing ICC Chairman's Honest Message With World Cricket "In A Mess"

Outgoing ICC chair Greg Barclay believes Jay Shah has the ability to pull cricket out of the current "mess" and take it to another level but also cautioned his successor against keeping the game "under the yoke of India". Barclay, who stepped down from his position on December 1 after a four-year term in the middle of an ongoing crisis over the Champions Trophy venues, has acknowledged that cricket is witnessing challenging times. "I think he (Shah) has got a great opportunity to use what he's got in his background to help India take the game to another level, but without making it sort of under the yoke of India as well," Barclay was quoted as saying by 'The Telegraph'.

England's Bethell receives contract upgrade after impressive test debut

England batter Jacob Bethell has been awarded a central contract upgrade, signing a two-year extension until September 2026, the country's cricket board (ECB) said on Wednesday.

"Remarkable To See...": Nathan Lyon 'Surprised' Over R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja Being Dropped For Perth Test

Veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon said he is confident of all-rounder Mitchell Marsh bowling for Australia in the upcoming pink-ball Test against India, starting in Adelaide Oval on December 6. He added that if needed, he can take up extra bowling workload coming his way. "I honestly think we'll see Mitch Marsh bowl. I'm not concerned about Bison's (Marsh's) fitness if I'm being honest. He's been brilliant for us in the games (since) he's come back in ... I've got full confidence in Bison, happy to bowl his overs. I'm very clear on my role within the team so nothing really changes with me. If I get the opportunity to bowl more overs I'll jump at it," said Lyon to reporters on Wednesday.

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"In Islamic Teachings...": Rashid Khan Takes Strong Stand As Taliban Bar Afghanistan Women For Medical Institutes

KL Rahul Or Rohit Sharma? Ravi Shastri's Blunt Take On India Opening Option In 2nd Test vs Australia

Watch: CSK's Rs 30 Lakh Recruit Runs Riot, Dismisses Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya In 'Record' Hat-trick

Babar Azam's Inclusion, Shaheen Afridi's Removal Questioned As Pakistan Pick Squad For South Africa tour

"After MS Dhoni Left...": Rahul Dravid Pays Rich Compliment To Rishabh Pant

"Jay Shah Has Got...": Outgoing ICC Chairman's Honest Message With World Cricket "In A Mess"

England's Bethell receives contract upgrade after impressive test debut

"Remarkable To See...": Nathan Lyon 'Surprised' Over R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja Being Dropped For Perth Test