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Eight wickets to fast bowlers on a 14-wicket day: Galle Test refuses to follow the script
Fourteen wickets, eight to fast bowlers and another day of twists in Galle. India squandered a dominant position with a 193-run second innings before their bowlers hit back, leaving Sri Lanka needing 288 more on the final day. The Test, much like the weather, has refused to follow the script.
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1st Test: India on verge of massive win as Sri Lanka four down in chase of 372
India are on the brink of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka, having pulled the hosts down to just 84 runs for four wickets. Rishabh Pant’s explosive innings of 66 has paved the way for a challenging target. Sri Lanka now confronts a daunting task on the final day, as India’s bowlers tighten…
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IND vs SL LIVE: India eye massive lead after bowling Sri Lanka out in Galle
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74% big-turn deliveries: Manav Suthar out-turns Jadeja, Kuldeep in Galle
Manav Suthar played an important role in keeping the Sri Lankan batters under pressure. He also produced the highest percentage of deliveries with a large turn in the match so far. As many as 74% of his deliveries turned more than 4.5 degrees, the best among all the spinners. Suthar returned figures of 4/76 as…
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How Bangladesh beat lure of white-ball riches to save its Tests
Bangladesh’s pace resources have now become the talk of the cricket town. They had shown their potential in demolishing Pakistan — both at home and away in last two years. The Test win in Darwin is the realisation of the talent and the immaculate process focusing on Test cricket put in place by the Bangladesh…
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1st Test: Suthar, Jadeja spin India into commanding 178-run lead over Sri Lanka
Indian spinners Suthar and Jadeja secured seven wickets on day three of the Galle Test. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284, trailing India by 178 runs. Sonal Dinusha scored a maiden international hundred while Niroshan Dickwella made 80. Their partnership delayed the Sri Lankan collapse against the Indian attack. India hold a substantial first-innings…
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‘Easy option is to call for change’: McDonald resists Australia shake-up after shock
Australia’s coach Andrew McDonald advises against immediate team changes after a historic loss. He believes the team still possesses significant potential for future matches. McDonald stressed that selection decisions require careful consideration and a long-term perspective. Veteran spinner Nathan Lyon received the coach’s backing following a challenging outing. Marnus Labuschagne’s need for runs was acknowledged…
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Jadeja scripts history with 350th wicket, joins Kapil, Botham, Vettori in elite club
Ravindra Jadeja achieved a significant career milestone in Test cricket. He became the fourth player ever to score 4,000 runs and take 350 wickets. This remarkable feat was accomplished during the first Test against Sri Lanka. Jadeja joins an elite group of all-rounders with this achievement. His efficiency is highlighted by reaching this landmark in…
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‘I won’t accept him’: Srikkanth rejects Morgan for CSK head coach, says ‘stick to commentary’
In a pivotal moment for Chennai Super Kings, the franchise braces for a coaching shakeup with the exit of Stephen Fleming, who has been with the team for 18 remarkable years. K Srikkanth, a former Indian opener, advocates for Michael Hussey as the best replacement and eliminates Eoin Morgan and Brendon McCullum from contention. Additionally,…
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WATCH: Shubman Gill turns Superman in Galle, takes stunning one-handed catch
In a stunning display of athleticism, India captain Shubman Gill made an incredible one-handed catch to send Kamindu Mendis packing during the Galle Test match. The catch occurred off Kuldeep Yadav’s delivery as Gill dove to his left, clinching the ball just inches above the pitch. Following his dismissal for fourteen runs, Sri Lanka found…