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T20 World Cup: Shai Hope Blasts 82* As West Indies Crush USA By 9 Wickets

Opener Shai Hope blasted an unbeaten 82 as West Indies came back roaring to crush the United States of America by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup Group 2 Super Eight match in Barbados. After bowling out the USA for a mere 128 in 19.5 overs, the West Indies batters went all guns blazing from the word go to knock off the target in 10.5 overs to make 130/1, recording a comfortable win. The win improved West Indies' standing in the Group 2 points table.

"People Make Fun Of Us": Pakistan Legend Slams PCB For Babar Azam And Co's Poor Performance

Legendary pacer Wasim Akram has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its conduct and also blamed it for the poor performance of the senior men's national cricket team. Highlighting how PCB saw four chairmen in around one-year period, Akram stated that the team could never be consistent with its performance in such a scenario. The pace great added that such things see people make fun of Pakistan cricket in the world. He also expressed happiness with the fact that he is not in touch with the board.

"I'm Not Happy": India Coach's Blockbuster Take On Virat Kohli's Lean T20 World Cup Run

Virat Kohli has been “challenged” in the ongoing T20 World Cup but his lean run is allowing the less experienced players to step up and contribute to the team's cause, India batting coach Vikram Rathour said on Friday. India outplayed Afghanistan at the Kensington Oval here on Thursday to make a perfect start to their Super 8s campaign. However, Kohli was tested once again in the powerplay and ended up with a run-a-ball 24, his first double digit score in the tournament.

Didier Deschamps Says 'Wise Decision' To Keep Kylian Mbappe On Bench

Didier Deschamps said it was not worth the risk to rush Kylian Mbappe back for Friday's 0-0 draw against the Netherlands just days after he suffered a broken nose. Mbappe watched on from the bench as some wasteful finishing from Les Bleus meant they failed to guarantee their place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 with a game to spare. Deschamps conceded his decision may have been different for a knockout match, but is hopeful Mbappe can return for Tuesday's final group game against Poland.

'Xavi Simons Goal Against France Should Have Stood': Ronald Koeman

The Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman said Xavi Simons' disallowed goal against France should have stood, but that a 0-0 draw in Leipzig was a fair result. One of the most anticipated matches of the group stage at Euro 2024 failed to live up to expectation without the presence of Kylian Mbappe on Friday. The France captain sat out the entire match from the bench after breaking his nose in Monday's 1-0 win over Austria. Les Bleus still enjoyed the better of the chances as Antoine Griezmann missed two great opportunities.

Watch: Australia Star Marnus Labuschagne Grabs 'Catch Of The Century', Internet Goes Wild

Glamorgan's Marnus Labuschagne took an 'unreal' catch to dismiss Gloucestershire batter Ben Charlesworth in a South Group match of the ongoing Vitality Blast in Cardiff. The incident happened during the 10th over of the Gloucs' 141-run chase. On the first delivery of the over, Charlesworth carted Mason Crane's flighted delivery towards long-on. While it seemed that the ball might be heading towards a one-bounce four, Labuschagne took a leaf out of Jonty Rhodes' book to leave everyone, including the commentators, shell shocked.

"That's Not Great...": Brian Lara's Blunt Take On Virat Kohli's 24-Ball 24 Against Afghanistan

It has been a disappointing run of form for Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. The experienced batter, who has been opening the batting with skipper Rohit Sharma, scored just 5 runs in the first three matches of the competition. Things improved slightly during the Super 8 match against Afghanistan on Thursday as he showed some promise before getting dismissed by Rashid Khan for 24. While some fans and experts have been critical of Kohli's form, legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara has a clear message for all of Kohli's critics.

CONCACAF To Probe Racist Abuse Of Canadian Player In Copa America

CONCACAF said Friday it will investigate online racist abuse directed at Canadian player Moise Bombito following his team's tournament-opening Copa America defeat to Argentina. Bombito was subjected to online abuse in the wake of Canada's 2-0 loss following an incident late in Thursday's game in Atlanta where he tackled Argentina star Lionel Messi. Replays showed the 24-year-old Colorado Rapids player sliding in on Messi and making heavy contact with the Inter Miami player's ankle.

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T20 World Cup: Shai Hope Blasts 82* As West Indies Crush USA By 9 Wickets

"People Make Fun Of Us": Pakistan Legend Slams PCB For Babar Azam And Co's Poor Performance

"I'm Not Happy": India Coach's Blockbuster Take On Virat Kohli's Lean T20 World Cup Run

Didier Deschamps Says 'Wise Decision' To Keep Kylian Mbappe On Bench

'Xavi Simons Goal Against France Should Have Stood': Ronald Koeman

Watch: Australia Star Marnus Labuschagne Grabs 'Catch Of The Century', Internet Goes Wild

"That's Not Great...": Brian Lara's Blunt Take On Virat Kohli's 24-Ball 24 Against Afghanistan

CONCACAF To Probe Racist Abuse Of Canadian Player In Copa America