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"The Door Is Now Closed": KKR Star Sunil Narine Makes Decision On T20 World Cup 2024 Participation

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine has emerged as one of the most in-form players in the Indian Premier League. His promotion as an opener has seen him ride high on the list of top-scorers in the league while his wicket-taking abilities in the middle-overs already had opponent teams under pressure. Narine's all-round form saw calls for his return to international cricket, especially for the upcoming T20 World Cup, intensify. But the West Indian has put the talks to bed, saying "that door is now closed".

"Come Down To Earth": Sachin Tendulkar's Message To India Star Pacer Which Impacted His Performance

Cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar has been an inspiration to many, be it on or off the cricket field. Meanwhile, the legend himself has always been supportive towards the players he played with. Recalling the encouraging words of Tendulkar, pacer Varun Aaron revealed how the cricket veteran boosted his morale and that "changed" his Test debut in 2011. In Aaron's first match in the format, India were playing against West Indies at Wankhede and the pacer was struggling to get his maiden Test wicket. This is when Sachin motivated him to keep going.

Windies Cricket CEO Blasts 'World Cricket' For Ensuring West Indies 'Never' Become Strong

West Indies Cricket CEO Jonny Grave slammed the International Cricket Council (ICC) and other top cricketing nations in a fiery rant over the state of affairs in the sport right now. In a recent interaction, Grave alleged that 'world cricket' is doing everything in their power to make sure that West Indies are never strong again. The Windies were a huge force in the world of cricket in the 1970s and 80s but over the years, they have fallen in the list of top sides in the world. Grave's comments came right after West Indies' tour of Australia in January-February 2024 where the Test series ended 1-1.

Chris Gayle Hopes T20 World Cup Can Help Cricket Crack US Market

Former West Indies star Chris Gayle hopes the T20 World Cup will help cricket crack the lucrative American sports market and lift the game onto a new global level. The Twenty20 showpiece, which starts on June 1, is being jointly hosted by the United States and Gayle's native West Indies, where big crowds are expected. But it will be the first major international cricket tournament staged in the United States, with a sell-out crowd expected for the clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan at a temporary 34,000-seat venue in Long Island, New York.

Who Won 1983 World Cup? Answer From "India's Own AI" Breaks Internet

In the digital world, AI is currently the buzzword. With Artificial Intelligence, the tech aficionados are producing content that took a lot of time in earlier days. However, there is a flipside to it too. Often the information provided turns out to be wrong in some cases. One such instance which has gone viral is from @Krutrim, whose X bio says it is "India's own AI". The beta version of the AI chatbot was launched in February, 2024. However, one of its wrong replies has gone viral social media.

Watch: Naseem Shah Is Pumped Up As Fiery Yorker Rattles West Indies Star's Stumps In Pakistan Super League

The ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) has seem some great performances. With the prevalence of pacers in cricket in the country, it is all but natural that the speed merchants have grabbed the limelight. From the unheralded Ihsanullah to the talented Naseem Shah, there have been quite a few memorable performances. On Monday night too, pacers Mohammad Hasnain (3/13 in four overs) and Naseem Shah (1/19 in four overs) delivered a great show for Quetta Gladiators against the Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi. However, despite the duo performance, Peshawar chased down a 155-run target in 18.3 overs.

Watch: "Didn't Spill A Drop", With Glass In Hand, Fan Pulls Off Stunning Catch

A fan grabbed all the headlines for his non-chalant catch during the third and final T20I between Australia and West Indies in Perth on Tuesday. The fan took the catch with one hand despite holding a glass on his other one. The incident occurred in the 16th over of West Indies innings as Spencer Johnson bowled a bouncer to Sherfane Rutherford, who played a hook shot for a maximum over fine leg. Despite holding a drink on his other hand, the man took the catch without spilling it.

Watch: After No Appeal Run Out Gaffe, Australia's On-Pitch Act In 3rd T20I Leaves Everyone In Splits

Australia and West Indies squared off against each other in the third and final T20I of the three-match series on Tuesday in Perth. Opting to bat first, the visitors posted a whopping total of 220/6 in 20 overs with Andre Russell and Sherfane Rutherford stitching a massive 139-run partnership. The day belonged to Russell, who smashed 71 runs off 29 balls, including seven sixes and four boundaries. Amid this high-scoring innings, a hilarious incident took place which left the umpire and players in splits.

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"The Door Is Now Closed": KKR Star Sunil Narine Makes Decision On T20 World Cup 2024 Participation

"Come Down To Earth": Sachin Tendulkar's Message To India Star Pacer Which Impacted His Performance

Windies Cricket CEO Blasts 'World Cricket' For Ensuring West Indies 'Never' Become Strong

Chris Gayle Hopes T20 World Cup Can Help Cricket Crack US Market

Who Won 1983 World Cup? Answer From "India's Own AI" Breaks Internet

Watch: Naseem Shah Is Pumped Up As Fiery Yorker Rattles West Indies Star's Stumps In Pakistan Super League

Watch: "Didn't Spill A Drop", With Glass In Hand, Fan Pulls Off Stunning Catch

Watch: After No Appeal Run Out Gaffe, Australia's On-Pitch Act In 3rd T20I Leaves Everyone In Splits