Cricket

Mumbai, Aug 27 (UNI) In a significant development for global cricket governance, Jay Shah, the dynamic honorary secretary of the BCCI, has been elected unopposed as the Independent Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Shah will officially take the reins on 1 December 2024, following the conclusion of Greg Barclay’s tenure in November. Barclay,…

Melbourne, Aug 26 (UNI) Australia has announced a formidable squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take place in October. The six-time champions have named a well-rounded 15-player team, with Alyssa Healy leading the side following the retirement of former captain Meg Lanning. Tahlia McGrath has been appointed as vice-captain. There are…

By BD Narayankar New Delhi, Aug 25 (UNI) Shikhar Dhawan, with his trademark moustache twirl and broad smile, was a sight to behold every time he stepped onto the cricket field. His retirement marks the end of a chapter in Indian cricket that was written in bold strokes, much like his batting. For over a…

Islamabad, Aug 25 (UNI) In a significant development for Pakistan women’s cricket, 22-year-old Fatima Sana has been appointed as the captain of the national team for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The decision was unanimously made by the Women’s national selection committee, marking a new chapter in the young all-rounder’s burgeoning career….

Rawalpindi, Aug 25 (UNI) In a momentous turn of events, Bangladesh has secured their first-ever Test victory over Pakistan, clinching the match by 10 wickets at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The historic win, achieved with a session to spare, is highlighted by the outstanding performances of Bangladesh’s key players: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shakib…

Bengaluru, Aug 24 (UNI) R Smaran’s explosive half-century and Abhishek Prabhakar’s exceptional spell of 5/21 steered the Gulbarga Mystics to a thrilling 5-wicket win against the Mysore Warriors in the Shriram Capital Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, powered by FanCode, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. Smaran’s powerful innings was the cornerstone of Gulbarga’s successful…

New Delhi, Aug 24 (UNI) Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, has announced his retirement from both domestic and international cricket on Saturday. In an emotional statement shared on social media, Dhawan expressed his gratitude for the support he received throughout his career. “As I close this chapter of my cricketing journey, I…

Bengaluru, Aug 22 (UNI) In a thrilling T20 contest at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the Mysore Warriors secured a 28-run victory over the Shivamogga Lions, driven by a game-changing performance from Vidyadhar Patil and an explosive finish from J Suchith and Manoj Bhandage. The game began with the Mysore Warriors setting a challenging total of…

Bengaluru, Aug 21 (UNI) The Chinnaswamy Stadium witnessed an electrifying performance by Luvnith Sisodia as the Gulbarga Mystics secured a comfortable nine-wicket win against the Shivamogga Lions in the Shriram Capital Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, powered by FanCode, on Wednesday. The star of the show was undoubtedly Sisodia, who anchored his team’s chase with a…

Bengaluru, Aug 20 (UNI) On a rainy Tuesday evening at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the Hubli Tigers faced a daunting challenge. The weather had reduced their match against the Shivamogga Lions to a shortened, high-pressure affair. With a revised target of 51 runs in just five overs, Hubli needed a hero. Enter Mohammed Taha, the…