Author: Tahir

Muscat: An unbeaten half-century by captain Mohammad Haris, combined with a stellar five-wicket haul from Shahnawaz Dahani, powered the Pakistan Shaheens to a commanding 114-run victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the 11th match of the ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup. The win, achieved at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground, Muscat, guaranteed Shaheens a spot in the tournament’s semi-finals, scheduled for October 25. Batting first after winning the toss, Shaheens posted a formidable total of 179-4 in their 20 overs. Haris led the charge with a composed knock of 71* from 49 balls. Despite losing openers…

South African spinner Keshav Maharaj remains optimistic about his team’s chances of clinching a series lead in the ongoing first Test against Bangladesh, even after a late resistance from the hosts in Dhaka. On Day 3, Bangladesh launched a strong comeback after struggling earlier, closing at 283 for 7, but South Africa still holds the upper hand, though their lead is not overwhelming. The crucial 138-run partnership between Mehidy Hasan and Jaker Ali for the seventh wicket enabled Bangladesh to not only erase their first-innings deficit but also end the rain-affected third day with an 81-run lead. At a point…

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has indicated that decisions regarding resting key pacers like Jasprit Bumrah will be contingent on the results of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Bumrah is a vital member of the Indian fast-bowling lineup, which has already been hampered by the absence of recovering Mohammed Shami. He has participated in three consecutive home Test matches. Gambhir responded to worries regarding Bumrah’s workload as a demanding five-Test series in Australia loomed. “We will have roughly 10 to 12 days after this series ends before our Test series starts in Australia,” he said. That should…

On a rain-affected Day 3 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka, Mehidy Hasan and Jaker Ali forged a crucial 138-run partnership for the seventh wicket, allowing Bangladesh to overcome their first-innings deficit and finish at 283 for 7. The hosts now hold an 81-run lead, with Mehidy remaining not out on 87 runs. The day began poorly for Bangladesh, as they lost three wickets within the first half-hour. Kagiso Rabada struck early, dismissing both overnight batsmen. Mahmdul Hasan was caught at slip after attempting a risky shot outside off, and Mushfiqur Rahim was bowled by an incoming delivery,…

In a gripping second ODI at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, the West Indies demonstrated resilience, fighting back from a dire position of 58 for 8 to finish their innings at 189 runs. This remarkable recovery was largely thanks to a vital 119-run partnership between Sherfane Rutherford and Gudakesh Motie, who provided the team with a glimmer of hope on a challenging pitch. After a rain delay reduced the match to 44 overs per side, the West Indies were put to bat first but struggled against Sri Lanka’s new-ball attack. Alick Athanaze was the first to go, bowled by Maheesh…

It’s quite unusual for a Test team’s head coach to say he cannot disclose the playing XI, but that was the reality during Jason Gillespie’s press conference on the eve of the third and crucial Test between Pakistan and England in Rawalpindi. Gillespie, who took over as Pakistan’s Test head coach in April this year, has seen his authority significantly diminished following Pakistan’s disappointing defeat to England by an innings and 47 runs in the first Test held in Multan. This loss triggered significant shifts in the power structure at the Pakistan Cricket Board, with newly appointed selection committee members—Aleem…

Zimbabwe made history on Wednesday by setting a new record for the highest total in T20 cricket, amassing 344 for 4 against Gambia during the men’s T20 World Cup Africa sub-regional qualifier. Sikandar Raza was the standout performer, becoming the first player from Zimbabwe to score a century in T20 internationals, achieving this milestone in just 33 balls. Raza finished the innings unbeaten at 133, hitting an astounding 15 sixes. His teammates contributed with 12 more sixes, helping to establish both the record for the highest team total and the most sixes hit in a T20 innings. Previously, Nepal held…

Pakistan has announced its final 11-member team for the decisive third Test match against England. The match will be played tomorrow, October 24, at Pindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.Pakistan has made no changes to the team that played the second Test in Multan, and spinner Zahid Mahmood has been included. The Pakistani team includes Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan, Sajid Khan, Nauman Ali, Aamir Jamal, and Mohammad Zahid. England’s squad had already been announced, with spinner Rehan Ahmed and pacer Gus Atkinson included. The 3-match Test series between Pakistan and England…

Afghanistan has announced two key additions to their squad ahead of the One Day International (ODI) series against Bangladesh, set to take place in Sharjah from November 6 to 11. Opening batter Sediqullah Atal and left-arm wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad have joined the 19-man squad that previously triumphed over South Africa in September. The team will, however, be without Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, who are still recuperating from injuries. Zadran is undergoing rehabilitation after ankle surgery, while Rahman is sidelined due to a sprain in his right phalanx. Atal, who has six T20I caps under his belt, has showcased…

Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill are expected to be fit for India’s second Test against New Zealand, according to assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate. Both players faced challenges during the series opener in Bengaluru, but the team is optimistic about their availability. Pant sustained a knee injury while attempting to stump Devon Conway on the second day of the Test, leading to his early departure from the field. Dhruv Jurel stepped in as the wicketkeeper, finishing the first innings and the majority of New Zealand’s second innings in Pant’s absence. “Rishabh is doing pretty well,” ten Doeschate stated. “Rohit mentioned…