Author: Waqar Anwar
End of an Era for Two Pakistani Stars Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim have announced their retirement from international cricket once again. The duo, who had previously reversed their retirement to participate in the 2024 T20 World Cup, confirmed their decisions on December 13 and 14, 2024, respectively. Imad Wasim shared his decision first, calling it the conclusion of a “chapter” in his life. A day later, Mohammad Amir also revealed his “difficult decision” to step away from international cricket. Official Announcements Imad Wasim shared his heartfelt message on social media, stating: “After much thought and reflection, I have decided…
West Indies Take Down Bangladesh to Win ODI Series After a Decade West Indies secured a resounding seven-wicket win over Bangladesh in the second ODI at Basseterre, St. Kitts, clinching the three-match series 2-0. This victory marked West Indies’ first ODI series win against Bangladesh in 10 years, bringing an end to Bangladesh’s dominant streak of 11 straight wins against them. Jayden Seales stole the show with a stunning bowling performance, claiming a career-best 4/22 as Bangladesh were bowled out for 227 in 45.5 overs. Brandon King followed up with a fiery knock of 82 runs, guiding West Indies to…
Harry Brook has climbed to the No. 1 spot in the ICC Test Batter Rankings, dethroning his teammate Joe Root. This achievement comes after Brook’s stunning performance in the Test series against New Zealand, where he scored 123 and 55 in the second Test. This follows his impressive 171 in the first Test, which had already elevated him to the second spot. Brook’s lead at the top is slim — just one point ahead of Root, who himself played a brilliant knock of 106 in the second innings of the second Test. With the third Test starting on December 14…
South Africa’s performance in the first T20I against Pakistan at Kingsmead, Durban, was a night to remember. George Linde and David Miller delivered stellar performances, securing an 11-run win for South Africa. Match Summary South Africa: 183/9 (Miller 82, Linde 48; Shaheen 3-22, Abrar 3-37)Pakistan: 172/8 (Rizwan 74, Ayub 31; Linde 4-21)Result: South Africa won by 11 runs. Linde’s Heroics Steal the Show Returning to the national team after three years, George Linde made an unforgettable impact. He smashed 48 off just 24 balls and bagged 4 wickets for 21 runs with the ball. His all-round brilliance earned him the…
Litton Das Named Captain for West Indies T20I Series Bangladesh has announced its squad for the upcoming T20I series against West Indies, with Litton Das taking charge as captain. This marks the first time Litton will captain Bangladesh for an entire T20I series. He previously filled in as captain for Mahmudullah during the tour of New Zealand in April 2021. The three-match series will round off Bangladesh’s ongoing all-format tour of the Caribbean, and all matches will be held at Kingstown. Shamim Hossain Returns, Ripon Mondol Gets a Call-Up The Bangladesh squad features some fresh faces and notable comebacks. Shamim…
Laura Wolvaardt Reclaims No. 1 Spot in Women’s ODI Rankings South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt has returned to the No. 1 spot in the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings. Her consistent performances in the ongoing series against England have played a major role in this achievement. Wolvaardt, who was previously the top-ranked batter after the 2022 World Cup, delivered two crucial knocks in the England series, scoring 59 (not out)* and 35 in the first two ODIs. Her efforts saw her leapfrog England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt, who dropped to third after scoring 0 and 20 in the same series. Sri Lanka’s…
South Africa Women have revealed their squad for the much-anticipated Test against England, which kicks off on December 15 in Bloemfontein. This match is a historic moment as it marks South Africa’s first home Test since 2002. The squad includes key additions, with fast bowler Tumi Sekhukhune making her way back into the Test setup. Notably, Lara Goodall, Ayanda Hlubi, and Chloé Tryon have also been named in the squad, bringing depth and experience to the team. Key Additions to the Squad Squad Adjustments & Players Left Out While South Africa has welcomed back several players, three names have been…
Introduction: A Nightmare for Batters Facing Kagiso Rabada is like going into battle. You survive, but you don’t win. Sri Lankan batters experienced this harsh reality during their recent Test series against South Africa. Rabada’s raw pace, relentless accuracy, and ability to keep batters guessing make him a terror with the ball. Even with just six wickets at an average of 32.33 in the series, his impact was undeniable. Stats alone don’t do justice to his dominance. Sometimes, a bowler can be too good for his own good — and that’s exactly the case with Rabada. Relentless Accuracy: Rabada’s Bowling…
Nitish Kumar Reddy, a young and talented cricketer, is quickly making a name for himself with his aggressive batting style and ability to score crucial runs for Team India. His fearless approach and raw talent have drawn attention from cricket fans and experts alike. Here’s a look at his journey so far and why he’s seen as a vital part of India’s future plans. A Glimpse of His Batting Brilliance In a recent game in Canberra, Reddy showcased his skills with a sharp display of reflexes. While taking throwdowns with India’s assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, a shot from Dhruv…
⚖️ ICC Imposes 6-Year Ban on Sunny Dhillon The International Cricket Council (ICC) has banned Sunny Dhillon, former assistant coach of the Pune Devils in the Abu Dhabi T10 League, from all forms of cricket for six years. The ICC found Dhillon guilty of violating multiple articles of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. The ban is effective from September 13, 2023, the day Dhillon was provisionally suspended. This move follows similar action taken against other team officials, including franchise co-owners, coaches, and players, as part of the ICC’s ongoing anti-corruption crackdown. 📋 What Did Sunny Dhillon Do? After…