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Young Indian Opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi Hits Second Fastest Fifty in Youth ODI History
Indian cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already grabbed the cricket world’s attention with his aggressive batting style. Even at a very young age, he played in the last Indian Premier League (IPL) season and set a record for the fastest century by an Indian batsman. His powerful and fearless batting continues to shine as he represents the India Under-19 team. Recently, Vaibhav nearly touched a world record in youth ODI cricket, though the record held by Bangladesh’s Nazmul Hossain Shanto still stands strong.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
ENG vs IND 2nd Test: India made a strong comeback on the basis of Shubman Gill’s century, scored 310 runs on the first day
Captain Gill Shines with Century on Day 1 of Second Test Against England The second match of the highly anticipated Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test series between India and England began on July 2 at the historic Edgbaston ground in Birmingham. India, after losing the toss, was invited to bat first by England captain Ben Stokes. Despite a rocky start, Team India managed to end the first day on a strong note, thanks to a magnificent unbeaten century by captain Shubman Gill.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
A big update has come out regarding Asia Cup 2025, India-Pakistan big match can happen on this day
The Asia Cup 2025 is currently surrounded by uncertainty due to the ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan. The situation has been further complicated by the terrorist attack in Pahalgam earlier this year in April and India’s subsequent 'Operation Sindoor.' These incidents have raised serious questions about the tournament's location, hosting rights, and even Pakistan’s potential participation. Amid all this, cricket fans and stakeholders are still waiting for official confirmation on key details. However, according to various media reports citing insider sources, major developments are already underway behind the scenes.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
Amanjot Kaur’s special feat in the second T20 match, she equaled Virat Kohli’s record in this matter
In the second T20 match of the ongoing series between India and England, Indian all-rounder Amanjot Kaur played a major role in securing victory for the Indian women's cricket team. Her all-round performance, which included an unbeaten half-century and a key wicket, helped India take a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20 series. The Indian team, currently on tour in England, has displayed great form in the shortest format of the game, with different players stepping up in each match. While Shri Charani impressed in the first game, it was Amanjot Kaur’s turn to shine in the second.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
ENG vs IND: ‘Bumrah is definitely available’, captain Gill gave a big update before the second Test
Shubman Gill, the captain of the Indian cricket team, gave a significant update ahead of the second Test match against England regarding the availability of star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. India is currently on a tour of England for the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series. England has already taken a 1-0 lead in the series by winning the first Test in Leeds by five wickets. As the teams prepare for the second Test at Edgbaston in Birmingham, scheduled to begin on July 2, much of the focus has been on whether Bumrah, India’s pace spearhead, will play or be rested.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
Steve Smith can return in the second test match against West Indies, doing special exercises to recover
Steve Smith, one of Australia’s most experienced and reliable batsmen, suffered a serious injury during the final of the last World Test Championship (WTC), which was held between Australia and South Africa. The incident occurred when Smith was batting, and he sustained a painful injury to the little finger of his left hand. The injury was severe enough that Smith had to leave the match and seek immediate medical attention at a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, the damage not only ruled him out of the remainder of the WTC final but also kept him sidelined for the opening match of the current Test series against the West Indies.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
What was the first question Rishabh Pant asked the doctor after the accident, now a big revelation has been made
In December 2022, Rishabh Pant, the talented and explosive wicketkeeper-batsman of the Indian cricket team, faced one of the biggest challenges of his life. He was seriously injured in a terrifying car accident that took place in the early hours of the morning while he was driving to his hometown. The accident left Pant with multiple injuries and landed him in a hospital in Mumbai, where he was immediately admitted for emergency treatment. The details that have now come to light about his injuries and recovery are nothing short of astonishing.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
Smriti Mandhana achieved a unique feat during the first T20I, became the first Indian woman batsman to do so
Smriti Mandhana created history on June 28 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, when she became the first Indian woman cricketer to score a century in all three formats of international cricket—Test, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20 Internationals. Her remarkable innings came in the first T20I against England, where she played a dominant knock of 112 runs off just 62 balls. Batting with a phenomenal strike rate of 180.65, Mandhana’s innings was decorated with 15 boundaries and 3 towering sixes. Her incredible performance not only helped India to post a massive total but also made her the fifth woman in the world—and the first from India and Asia—to register centuries in all three formats of the game.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
Barcelona to Pay Messi €6 Million in Unpaid Wages After Four Years
Barcelona’s dramatic parting with Lionel Messi in 2021 marked the end of an era. After nearly twenty years with the Catalan club, Messi was forced to leave due to the club’s severe financial difficulties, which made it impossible to renew his contract under La Liga’s salary cap rules. The Argentine legend’s farewell was emotional, with tears reflecting the deep bond he had formed with Barcelona. However, despite his departure, the saga of unpaid wages lingered on. Four years later, Messi is finally set to receive around 6 million euros (over 85 crore taka) in outstanding payments from the club, bringing a long-awaited closure to a troubling financial chapter.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
‘I want to make you a Bollywood hero’, Shikhar Dhawan reveals first dressing room conversation with MS Dhoni
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan recently launched his autobiography, *The One: Cricket, My Life and More*, where he shared many personal stories, including the untold story of his very first conversation with former India captain MS Dhoni. This memorable interaction took place back in 2010, during Dhawan’s ODI debut series against Australia. The young batsman had just entered the Indian dressing room and met Dhoni, marking the beginning of a special relationship and a new chapter in his cricket career.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
What Ancelotti said about Neymar’s performance in the 2026 World Cup
Neymar has not yet had the opportunity to play under Brazil’s new head coach, Carlo Ancelotti. The star forward missed the first two World Cup qualifiers under the former Real Madrid boss, leading to questions about his future in the national team. Fans were left wondering whether Neymar, who has been Brazil’s mainstay for over a decade, still had a place in the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, Ancelotti has recently provided clarity and assurance, putting those doubts to rest.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
UP Warriors suffers a setback before the upcoming season of WPL, head coach John Lewis leaves the team
Before the start of the upcoming season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), the UP Warriors have been dealt a major blow. Head coach John Lewis has stepped down from his role with the franchise. Lewis had been associated with the UP Warriors since the inception of the tournament and played a key role in guiding the team to the playoffs in the inaugural season. Under his guidance, the team performed admirably in the first edition and made it to the knockout stages, giving fans hope for a bright future.
By laradecruz7 months ago in Cleats
