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Sediqullah Atal Century Helps Afghanistan Crush Zimbabwe In Second ODI

Sediqullah Atal scored his maiden one-day international century as Afghanistan crushed Zimbabwe by 232 runs in Harare on Thursday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Atal (104) and Abdul Malik (84) put on 191 runs for the first wicket and an unbeaten 29 from captain Hashmatullah Shahidi lifted the tourists to 286-6 off 50 overs. Zimbabwe, who won the toss, were in trouble from the outset when replying with Ben Curran run out off the final ball of the first over.

"May Have Been Frustrated": Ex-Australia Star Speculates Motivation Behind R Ashwin's Retirement

Former Australia cricketers Brett Lee and Brad Haddin speculated about the reasons that led to legendary India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Ashwin announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket upon the conclusion of the third Test, with two Tests still remaining in the series. Lee and Haddin speculated that Ashwin may have already been communicated about his future in the side, and that he may have been frustrated with the constant uncertainty regarding his place.

SOGF Announces Major Dhyan Chand Scholarship

Major Dhyan Chand Scholarship Award worth Rs 28.80 lakh will be offered to 48 zonal winners of the SOG Grandmasters Series, the organisers of the mind sports events announced after the South Zone finals on Thursday. The competition, organised by Skillhub Online Games Federation, was held in three categories -- eChess, Blind Chess and Rummy and a total of 132 players competed for the top spots.

New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'England Tour Factor'

Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement announcement might have sent shockwaves across the cricketing fraternity but it isn't a decision that Ashwin made in an instant. His recent performances, status in the team, age, fitness, and emerging players, are some of the factors that would've likely impacted Ashwin's decision. When former India spinner Harbhajan Singh was asked about Ashwin's decision, he did admit that it was a big shock. The 'Turbanator' thinks that a doubt in Ashwin's mind over his selection for India's Tour of England next year may have played a part.

On Ravichandran Ashwin's Successor In Team India, Sunil Gavaskar's Massive "Ahead Of Him" Verdict For Youngster

Ravichandran Ashwin has retired. The sudden announcement that came after India drew with Australia in the third Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy has left a big void in the team. Not only was Ashwin the world's highest active wicket-taker (537 scalps in 106 matches) but he was an able batter and a shrewd tactician too. But now, India will have to manage without him starting from the Boxing Day Test match in Melbourne. So who is going to be Ashwin's successor in the Indian team? Washington Sundar looks to be the obvious choice. He played the first Test in Perth, while Ravichandran Ashwin played the second in Adelaide. Ravindra Jadeja played the third Test in Brisbane as the lone spinner.

Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Out But India, BCCI Pay Big Price Due To ICC 'Compromise'

The confusion surrounding the venue of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is over. After months of delay, the International Cricket Council (ICC) finally officially declared the venues for the elite event. "ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 to be played across Pakistan and a neutral venue," the ICC said in a statement. It means India will play its matches in a neutral venue, including the knockout games (if it qualifies). In another major decision, the Jay Shah-led world body has declared that all India vs Pakistan cricket matches in ICC events, hosted by the two countries, will be played at neutral venues till 2027.

"You Haven't Crossed 40 Outside Asia": Shubman Gill Blasted By Ex-India Star

Team India incurred another top-order collapse in the first innings of the Brisbane Test. Barring KL Rahul, none of the top batters in the team managed to withstand Australian bowlers. Gill, who occupies the No. 3 spot in the Indian Test team, is one of those batters from whom the cricket world has big expectations but the tour of Australia hasn't gone as planned for him. Against Australia at the Gabba in the first innings, Gill only scored 1 run before being removed by Mitchell Starc. Former India opener Aakash Chopra raised serious questions on Gill's credentials.

On Not Being Able To Lead Indian Team, Ravichandran Ashwin's Honest Admission To NDTV

Just a day after announcing his retirement from international cricket, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up on not getting the chance to lead the Indian team. Ashwin bid adieu to the sport in Indian colours on Wednesday, hours after the conclusion of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane. He represented the country in 116 ODIs, 106 Tests and 65 T20Is, taking more than 750 wickets. However, he never got the chance to lead the Indian team in any format.

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Sediqullah Atal Century Helps Afghanistan Crush Zimbabwe In Second ODI

"May Have Been Frustrated": Ex-Australia Star Speculates Motivation Behind R Ashwin's Retirement

SOGF Announces Major Dhyan Chand Scholarship

New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'England Tour Factor'

On Ravichandran Ashwin's Successor In Team India, Sunil Gavaskar's Massive "Ahead Of Him" Verdict For Youngster

Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Out But India, BCCI Pay Big Price Due To ICC 'Compromise'

"You Haven't Crossed 40 Outside Asia": Shubman Gill Blasted By Ex-India Star

On Not Being Able To Lead Indian Team, Ravichandran Ashwin's Honest Admission To NDTV