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Indian Skipper Suryakumar Yadav Breaks Silence on Asia Cup 2025 Playing XI Debate Between Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma

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Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav spoke about the debate over India’s playing XI in the Asia Cup 2025, particularly between Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma. “ I shall message you the playing XI. But yes, we are really taking good care of him. Don’t worry, we shall make the right decision,” Yadav said.
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Shamar Joseph: Emerging Threat

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Shamar Joseph: Emerging Threat A 25-year-old right-arm pacer with relentless raw pace for the West Indies cricket team — a living nightmare for Australia in his debut series in 2023–24 in Australia. A horror show on the field for Australia’s batting with the pink ball: When Mitchell Starc’s lethal yorker crushed Joseph’s toe in the second innings of the second Test, he replied by crushing the entire Australian batting line-up single-handedly. Chasing 215, Australia were wrapped up for 207 as Joseph claimed 7 wickets. That ferocious spell helped the West Indies end a 27-year Test win drought on Australian soil with an 8-run victory, leveling the series 1–1. This catastrophic spell introduced Joseph to the world of cricket.
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Jayden Seales,rising star for West Indies cricket.

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Jayden Seales, a pacer with  reliable pace and precise, skilful bowling combined with an accurate line and length, is a rising star for West Indies cricket. His promising performance against Pakistan — 6 for 18, the third-best bowling figures for West Indies — helped clinch their first bilateral series victory against Pakistan since 1991 (after 31 years). His tall and strongly built physique is reminiscent of the fiery West Indies pace attack of the 1980s and 1990s. He has the ability to turn the tide in favour of his nation at just 23 years of age. Having introduced himself during his Under-19 days, he now shines in international cricket. He is the youngest West Indies bowler to pick up a five-for in Test cricket.
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Dewald's bravery knock derailed Australia's 9-match streak.

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Dewald's bravery knock derailed Australia's 9-match streak. Dewald Brevis' bravery maiden T20I ton derailed Australia's 9-match winning streak and helped the Proteas team to come back and level the 3-match series at 1-1. Now on the 16th of August, both teams will play the series decider game. Brevis hammered a phenomenal 125 off just 56 balls, which included 8 astonishing sixes and 12 beautiful grounded drives. Meanwhile, this time Brevis introduced himself to the world with his ability and temperament in a fully fearless approach. After this phenomenal knock, he holds many records: • He holds the highest individual score in men's T20I for South Africa — 125* runs off 56 balls. • Youngest T20I centurion for South Africa — 22 years and 105 days. • Brevis became the 2nd fastest ton hitter — 41 balls — for South Africa after David Miller (35 balls). • Not only that, Brevis holds the highest individual score in an innings on Australia...
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On this day 1991, Three legends of the West Indian cricket team ...

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On this day in 1991: Three legends of the West Indian cricket team announced their retirement from Test cricket at The Oval against England. Sir Viv Richards (1974–91) The most devastating batter of all time and the strongest pillar of West Indian cricket in the 1970s and 80s with his fiery aura. Without a helmet, he would walk to the crease and hammer bowlers like a beast—without a smile or expression. The aura he carried was simply unmatched at that time. Malcolm Marshall (1978–91) Relentless and fiercely quick, with immense cricket intelligence, stamina, and courage. Marshall had every weapon in his arsenal, and he knew exactly how and when to use them. Jeff Dujon (1981–91) One of the five Wisden Cricketers of the Year in 1989. A wicketkeeper with the finest glovework and a dependable middle-order bat, he was never part of a losing series for the West Indies.
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Warne’s 600th – From Ball of the Century to a Scrappy Classic

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Warne’s 600th – From Ball of the Century to a Scrappy Classic On this day, 2005 Another golden chapter in cricket history — Shane Warne, the magician of spin, became the first ever bowler to claim 600 Test wickets. And where did it happen? At Old Trafford, the very ground where he announced himself to the world in 1993 with that “Ball of the Century” to Mike Gatting. But this time, no magic delivery — instead, Marcus Trescothick was the victim in a scrappy yet memorable fashion. Trying to sweep, he misjudged, the ball took the back of his bat, popped up off his thigh, and Adam Gilchrist, with sharp reflexes, juggled before completing the catch. History made, Warne’s legend growing taller with every
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India's Next torch bearer, without unfair expectation

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India's next torch bearer !  A 26-year-old dashing and firebrand live pacer, Arshdeep Singh, currently is the leading wicket-taker for India in T20 internationals — 99 wickets in 63 matches with an economy of 8.29. In ODI cricket, the demo has been done but he has yet to nail his spot in ODIs along with Test cricket. With and beyond the legends  Why am I discussing these stats and about Arshdeep Singh? — A big issue and concern about the Indian bowling lineup, especially the fast-bowling unit, after seeing and experiencing Jasprit Bumrah’s availability in all three formats due to workload. If Bumrah is not there — touchwood — I want Bumrah to play every single game, whether it’s Test cricket or ODI/T20, for the nation. On the other hand, we can’t deny this great high-risk injury and his unavailability due to workload management. Currently, he’s 31. Bumrah has been a match-winner for India in all three formats for the past 6–7 years, and we’ve never doubted his dete...
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Green Eyes, Red Ball, Cold-Blooded! Meet Scott Boland

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Green Eyes, Red Ball, Cold-Blooded! Meet Scott Boland Have you heard about the 6-feet-tall Australian pacer Scott Boland with big green eyes? He's one of the most lethal fast bowlers in world cricket, yet always flies under the radar — a silent assassin for Australia. Despite being in the Test squad for the past five years, Boland has never been a regular part of the playing XI due to the presence of frontline seamers like Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood. Since his debut, he hasn't received many opportunities or been a priority pick. Most of the time, Boland has played either as a replacement or a backup. But whenever he grips the red ball in hand, he turns into a nightmare for batters, known for his deadly accuracy, consistent line and length, and mental toughness. During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024–25, Cricket Australia (CA) named him as a replacement for Josh Hazlewood. After Hazlewood’s injury, Indian fans and players looked relax...
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Is India Over-Relying on Jasprit Bumrah?What if he refused to play ?

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Is India Over-Relying on Jasprit Bumrah?What if he refused to play ?  Well, it's natural to trust and depend on Jasprit Bumrah during the matches due to his phenomenal performance and dominance over the years, but the fact is — is India over-relying on Jasprit Bumrah? • Soak up the pressure:   When an Indian pace attack went to the ground with Bumrah, then other pacers lost the rhythm and didn't contribute as much as in other games in the absence of Bumrah, bowlers do. As a result, Bumrah brought up more responsibility on his shoulders — mentally and physically both — which affects his bowling and leads him towards injury, due to more pressure and not getting proper support from the other bowlers. He goes on to try something out of the box, more hard for his team with extra efforts, which raises a high risk of injury, and that's not good — neither for him nor for his team. Despite this, he tried his best to soak up the pressure, and he did. ...
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And that’s the price England had to pay!

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The Big Difference: Benjamin Stokes Perhaps India successfully managed to draw the series 2-2. But if we closely look at the first and third Tests—both lost by India—and England’s epic win at Lord’s, one man stands out as the biggest difference-maker: Ben Stokes. He was 30–40% responsible for England’s dominance—contributing with both his golden arm and leading from the front with the bat. In this engaging and hard-fought series, whenever England needed a breakthrough or a crucial partnership to be broken, Stokes delivered. Despite battling injuries and immense physical strain, he kept charging in—a true diamond for England. Stokes didn't just bring skill; he brought tactics, emotion, aggression, sledging, and the spirit of the game—using each of them like weapons, exactly when required. He was England’s launch pad, igniting momentum and intensity every time the team needed a lift. But the more England needed his bowling, the more he ...
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From Net Bowler to National Hero – The Rise of Mohammed Siraj 🇮🇳🔥•

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From Net Bowler to National Hero – The Rise of Mohammed Siraj 🇮🇳🔥 • Debuted in Australia, holding back tears after his father’s passing. • Delivered at the Gabba 2021 – crucial wickets that sealed India’s historic win. • Faced racism but replied with fire and resilience. • Now, defended just 35 runs vs England – and WON the game for India! Never give up. He’s truly India’s Man of Steel. 💪
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Siraj the man of steel!

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Siraj the man of steel! In the away Test series, Mo. Siraj performed like a man of steel — no workload management, no injuries, no rest. His never-giving-up approach, commitment, and die-hard passion towards his game are unmatchable. Recently, India again leveled the historic Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy 2025 due to Siraj's heroic five-for while defending 35 runs on Day 5. Throughout the series, he performed like the powerhouse of bowling for his country. His ruthless, lethal bowling performances over the series set a remarkable benchmark for upcoming pacers in the Test format, along with his aggressive and monster mode on the field. Mo. Siraj performed phenomenally and turned the tables for India from the intense moment of the match. Take a look at his performance in comparison to other pacers of the Indian squad in England tour 2025 :  Since his debut, India has played 29 away Test matches, and he has played 27 out of 29 Tests all over the world. ...
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Siraj's fiery spell and five-for derailed England from the victory seat, and India pulled off a 6-run victory, leveling the series at 2-2.

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Siraj's fiery spell and five-for derailed England from the victory seat, and India pulled off a 6-run victory, leveling the series at 2-2. On Day 5, visitors and hosts came to the ground for one last battle in this engaging and exciting series. Devastating bowling deliveries by Mo. Siraj and Prasidh Krishna — where England needed just 35 runs, and India required 4 wickets. Eventually, lion-hearted Siraj — he finishes off the dramatic game for India with his outstanding yorker on the very first delivery of the 85th over, tumbled the off stump of Gus Atkinson, and claimed a six-run victory for his country. This morning is for Siraj, and he'll pay off all his efforts and hard work with his arm — launching a ruthless spell soon over the English batters. Along with him, Prasidh Krishna also rattled the ninth-wicket batter’s stumps at a crunch situation and claimed 4 wickets in this series-leveling, magnificent victory at the Oval.
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Ind vs Eng ,5th Test at the Oval, fourth day summary Joe Root and Harry Brook turned the tide with a marathon, match-defining foundation —

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Joe Root and Harry Brook turned the tide with a marathon, match-defining foundation —snatched the driving seat from the visitors, On Day 4, unbeaten batter Ben Duckett resumed his innings with skipper Ollie Pope to chase a massive total — 324. Then Ben Duckett completed his fine fifty (54 off 88), eventually caught behind at slip by KL Rahul off Prasidh Krishna's fabulous delivery. Later, England lost skipper Ollie Pope's wicket (27 off 34) at 106 as the third wicket. Although Joe Root and Harry Brook turned the tide with a marathon, match-defining foundation — 195 for the fourth wicket — both batters snatched the driving seat from the visitors. First, Harry Brook played Bazball-style cricket and punched a century — 111 off just 98 balls including 14 grounded shots and 2 sixes, in which one of the sixes gave him a lifeline, when Mo. Siraj took the catch at fine leg but his foot touched the ropes. On the other hand, the phenomenal, calm, cool,...
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