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Vaibhav Tripathi Pakistan’s Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023 squad has seen an addition. Left-handed batter Saud Shakeel has been included in the 17-member roster, while Tayyab Tahir, who was part of the main squad, will travel with the team as a reserve player. Shakeel’s Test career has been remarkable, amassing 875 runs at an impressive average of 87.50, featuring two centuries and six half-centuries. Following his Test success, he was selected for the recently concluded three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, where Pakistan secured a clean sweep victory. However, Shakeel’s ODI career has not taken off as quickly, tallying 76 runs…

Vaibhav Tripathi Former opener Virender Sehwag has projected current Indian captain Rohit Sharma to once again secure the title of the highest run-scorer in this year’s World Cup, expressing his belief that Rohit will significantly impact his team’s performance. “I think lots of openers because India has good wickets, so openers will get more opportunities. I think if I want to pick one, I think Rohit Sharma. There are a couple of names, but I know I’m Indian and I should pick Indian, so Rohit Sharma. I’ll pick Rohit Sharma, because when World Cups comes, his energy level, his performance…

Vaibhav Tripathi England’s promising fast bowler, Josh Tongue, has been sidelined from the forthcoming T20I series against New Zealand due to injury. His absence opens the door for Chris Jordan, England’s top wicket-taker in T20Is, to step in for the four-match series commencing on Wednesday at Chester-Le-Street. Tongue, 25, impressed in the Test matches against Ireland and Australia this summer. He was poised to mark his white-ball debut in the upcoming series. Tongue joins fellow uncapped bowler John Turner in withdrawing from the series due to injuries. This setback not only affects his national duties but also forces him to miss…

Vaibhav Tripathi AB de Villiers, the former South African captain and batting legend, has put forth the idea that Virat Kohli might hold the solution to India’s No 4 batting puzzle in the upcoming World Cup. Sharing his thoughts on his YouTube channel ‘AB de Villiers 360’, Kohli’s former IPL teammate at Royal Challengers Bangalore said, “We’re still talking about who will be the No 4 for India. I’ve heard some rumours about Virat (Kohli) possibly taking up that position. I would be a big supporter of that. “I think Virat is perfect for No 4. He can put the…

Vaibhav Tripathi Roger Binny, the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and vice-president Rajeev Shukla will travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup starting on August 30. They have been invited by the Pakistan Cricket Board. Top BCCI officials visiting Pakistan is significant, given the tension between the countries. However, it’s important to note that no discussion regarding India-Pakistan bilateral cricket is expected during this visit. The BCCI has made it clear that such discussions would require the approval of the respective governments. In the Asia Cup, Pakistan will host four matches and Sri Lanka…

Vaibhav Tripathi Following Ireland’s series loss against India on August 23rd in Malahide, Dublin, captain Paul Stirling emphasized the importance of seizing crucial moments in a match. Speaking in the aftermath of the series, Stirling acknowledged the Indian team’s strong cricketing display. He commented on the unfortunate conclusion of the third T20I match, which was called off due to steady drizzle – India winning on the basis of DLS. “I think just the periods of good cricket. Good patches of it. A lot of positives but it’s about finishing those games on. It is brilliant to have India up here.…

Vaibhav Tripathi Shubman Gill, the young Indian batter, commended his captain and opening companion, Rohit Sharma, for allowing players the complete liberty to showcase their natural playing styles. Gill also expressed his delight in partnering with his captain at the top of the order. “It feels great to be able to open up with him (Rohit Sharma), especially knowing that all the focus is on him. He’s someone who likes the other batters to go and just express himself and play the way I want to play the game. So in that nature, he gives the players full freedom for…

Vaibhav Tripathi Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu shared his delight about making his debut in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), underscoring the contrast in ambiance between CPL and the Indian Premier League (IPL). Rayudu’s entry makes him the second Indian cricketer, following Pravin Tambe, to participate in the men’s CPL. “I have heard some really good things about the league, especially the standard of cricket that’s played here. I am happy to be part of the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots. Pollard and Bravo used to talk a lot about the CPL. This is the first time I’m playing…

Former Zimbabwean pace bowler Henry Olonga retracted his statement on Heath Streak’s supposed demise. In an attempt to clear the air, Olonga again took to his X social media handle to share an update. “I can confirm that rumours of the demise of Heath Streak have been greatly exaggerated. I just heard from him. The third umpire has called him back. He is very much alive folks.” He had earlier said, “Sad news coming through that Heath Streak has crossed to the other side. RIP Zimbabwe cricket legend.” Later on, Streak himself went on to say to Mid-Day, “It is a…

Vaibhav Tripathi Veteran Indian batter Shikhar Dhawan openly shared his ideal dream ODI XI ahead of the upcoming World Cup, revealing that teammate Virat Kohli would be his top choice. As the anticipation builds for the showcase event in India, slated to commence on October 5, Dhawan also unveiled his selection for the subsequent four positions in the lineup. Virat Kohli, acclaimed as one of the game’s finest, would undoubtedly hold the premier position in Dhawan’s fantasy team. With an impressive tally of 46 centuries, Kohli has amassed nearly 13,000 runs in ODIs, maintaining an exceptional average of 57.32. Dhawan…