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Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.
Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.
Hazlewood's precise length and the bounce he generates have troubled the Indian top order, with his absence offering a chance for India to settle into their game.
Defeating World champions Australia in a record chase in the semi-final clash, Harmanpreet and co. booked their final berth and would hope to lift the title in front of their home crowd on November 2.
From a disastrous opening game to scripting one of the greatest semi-final wins in World Cup history, South Africa's journey to their maiden ICC Women's ODI World Cup final has been one of a kind.
Babar Azam's 68-run knock guided the team home in a modest chase of 140 runs in Lahore.
South Africa and Pakistan have the 3-match T20I series tied at 1-1 with the final T20I promising some thrilling action in Lahore.
One of India's finest tennis ambassadors, Bopanna built his reputation on a powerful serve, sharp net play, and incredible longevity.
For the hosts, Mohammad Nawaz was the lone bright spot with an all-round performance, taking three wickets and top-scoring with 36.
The hosts will look to bounce back after a disappointing outing in the opening game, where a second-string South African side outplayed them in all departments to claim a convincing 55-run win.
Opener Sai Sudharsan (38 off 94) struggled to find fluency and was eventually caught behind off Tshepo Moreki.
Michael Finn, President of the Ringwood and District Cricket Association, revealed that the accident occurred during a warm-up session in the nets.
After clinching the ODI series 2-1, the hosts have struggled to maintain their momentum in the shortest format, losing the first two T20Is and consequently conceding the series.
In the series opener, Suryakumar answered that call with a quickfire 39 off 24 balls, including a towering 125-metre six off Josh Hazlewood, showcasing his return to form.
The venue has seen some high-scoring encounters, with the most recent T20I between India and Australia played here in 2016, when India posted 184 batting first.
Indian women's team successfully chased down a daunting target of 339 runs set by Australia to create the record for the highest successful chase in women's ODI cricket tonight.
On Day 2, India A will aim to capitalize on their momentum. The spinners, having found consistent turn and bounce on a responsive pitch, will look to wrap up the tail early and keep SA under pressure.
Jemimah Rodrigues' unbeaten 127 runs hand India a 5-wicket win in the thrilling semi-final tie against the mighty Australians.
Nayar, 42, has been closely associated with the Knight Riders setup since 2018, serving as a key member of the support staff.
To maximize playtime and ensure that the day's 90 overs can be completed before natural light fades, the BCCI and Cricket South Africa have mutually agreed to revise the session timings.
India, the fourth and final team to qualify for the semi-finals, have made a key change with Shafali Verma replacing opener Pratika Rawal, who is ruled out due to an ankle injury.
Liverpool, meanwhile, have a strong recent record in the Carabao Cup, reaching three of the last four finals and winning twice.