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Afghanistan call for ‘politics-free cricket’ after Australia scrap T20s

Cricket has surged in popularity inside Afghanistan in recent years, fuelled by triumphs over bigger nations on the international stage. File. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Afghanistan cricket bosses on March 20 expressed disappointment that Australia had scrapped a men's T20 series because of deteriorating women's rights in the Taliban-ruled country and called for "politics-free cricket".Cricket Australia said it had received advice "that conditions for women and girls in Afghanistan are getting worse" and postponed the three-match series scheduled in August, likely to have been hosted by the UAE."The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) expresses disappointment over Cricket Australia's decision to postpone yet another bilateral series against Afghanistan and reiterates its stance on neutr...
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Citing worsening women’s rights, Cricket Australia scraps Afghanistan T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia cancelled a T20 men's cricket series scheduled for later this year against Afghanistan on Tuesday, citing a worsening state of affairs for women in the Taliban-ruled nation.Cricket Australia said that the three-match series set for August at a neutral venue has been postponed after receiving advice "that conditions for women and girls in Afghanistan are getting worse".Afghanistan's love of cricket has grown dramatically in the last few years because to victories over more powerful countries in international competitions.However, women are essentially forbidden from playing the game under the Taliban's form of Islamic governance."Strong commitment to supporting participation by women and girls in cricket around the world" is the position maintained by Australia's cri...
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Watch: Rashid Khan’s no-look six against Ireland in 2nd T20I | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: That Rashid Khan is a world class bowler is a well-known fact. That he is more than a handy batsman down the order is also well-known.The Afghanistan all-rounder has won his team many matches with the bat also, especially in the shortest format of the game.An example of Rashid's batting prowess was seen at Sharjah on Sunday when Afghanistan beat Ireland by 10 runs in the 2nd T20I.On the last ball of the 18th over bowled by Ireland pacer Barry McCarthy, Rashid hit a no-look six stunning one and all at the stadium.McCarthy bowled a low full-toss on middle-leg, Rashid just stood still and simply swiped it away over the deep backward square leg fence for a six. Rashid didn't even look at it as it sailed over and looked like he was dabbing by the time he was done with the shot.The...
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Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan breaks 14-year-old T20I record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Top leg-spinner Rashid Khan made history on Friday during the opening T20I clash against Ireland in Sharjah, securing the best figures by an Afghanistan captain in T20Is.This remarkable achievement surpassed Nawroz Mangal's record, which had stood for over 14 years. Additionally, Rashid reached another milestone, becoming the first Afghanistan player to claim 350 international wickets.Mangal claimed figures of 4-0-23-3 against William Porterfield’s Ireland in the final of the World T20 Qualifiers way back in February 2010.Rashid's exceptional spell, delivering 3 wickets for a mere 19 runs in four overs, showcased his exceptional skill and highlighted his crucial role in Afghanistan's bowling lineup.His key dismissals included Paul Stirling, Curtis Campher, and Gareth Delany, ...
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Mark Adair’s five-wicket haul gives Ireland edge against Afghanistan in one-off Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Mark Adair's stellar performance, securing his maiden five-wicket haul, propelled Ireland into a commanding position on the opening day of the one-off Test between Ireland and Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.Opting to bat after winning the toss, Afghan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi saw his team dismissed for 155, with Adair's figures of 5-39 playing a crucial role.Ireland, despite a strong start, faced setbacks towards the end of the day with the fall of Curtis Campher for 49, concluding a solid 60-run partnership with Harry Tector, and nightwatchman Theo van Woerkom.Despite these late wickets, Ireland appeared to be in control until a spirited Afghan fight-back led by spinner Zia-ur-Rehman left them four wickets down and 55 runs short of Afghanistan's total.The absence of the injure...
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Sri Lanka pick suspended T20 skipper Wanindu Hasaranga for Bangladesh tour | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Sri Lankan cricket board on Wednesday announced a 17-man T20 squad for the upcoming tour of Bangladesh, with Wanindu Hasaranga leading the team despite his recent suspension. The 26-year-old skipper will not participate in the first two matches of the three-match tournament due to his International Cricket Council (ICC) ban. Hasaranga received the penalty for verbally abusing an umpire during a T20 match against Afghanistan.During the particular match, Hasaranga contested an umpire's decision not to call a no-ball on a high delivery to Kamindu Mendis in the final over, with Sri Lanka needing 11 runs from three balls. The first T20 match of the series is scheduled for March 4. In addition to the T20 matches, Sri Lanka will also play three one-day internationals and two Tes...
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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Live Score, 2nd T20: AFG win the toss, opt to bowl first

Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan squads SL vs AFG Live Telecast in India: Sri Lanka and Afghanistan will feature in the second T20I on Monday. Sri Lanka Squad: Wanindu Hasaranga (C), Charith Asalanka (VC), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya De Silva, Kusal Perera, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Akila Dananjaya, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando Afghanistan squad: Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Ishaq Rahimi, Hazratullah Zazai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Wafadar Momand, Qais Ahmad. !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()...
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ICC Rankings: Mohammed Nabi ends Shakib Al Hasan’s long reign as top ODI all-rounder | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's all-rounder Mohammed Nabi on Wednesday made history by becoming the oldest player to lead the ICC ODI all-rounders' list, ending Shakib Al Hasan's long reign at the top.Nabi, aged 39 years and 1 month, reached the No. 1 spot after his impressive performance in the opening match of Afghanistan's three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, where he scored 136 runs and also picked up a wicket.This accomplishment surpasses the previous record held by Tillakaratne Dilshan, who was 38 years and 8 months old when he topped the rankings in June 2015.Shakib, the Bangladesh all-rounder, held the position for an impressive 1739 days, from May 7, 2019, when he took over from Rashid Khan, until February 9, marking the longest unbroken stretch at the top of the ODI all-rounder ...
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Sunil Gavaskar believes this batter is ‘slight copy of MS Dhoni’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar believes that Rahmanullah Gurbaz can be the X-factor for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the upcoming season because the batting legend sees the Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter "like a slight copy of MS Dhoni". Gavaskar also backs Gurbaz's inclusion in the KKR playing XI as one of the foreign players because of his aggressive style of batting. "I have liked Gurbaz's batting a lot based on whatever I have seen.He is extremely aggressive, and his batting is like a slight copy of MS Dhoni. That is why I probably like it," said Gavaskar on a Star Sports show.(Rahmanullah Gurbaz - Photo Source: X)IPL's most expensive player Mitchell Starc, Andre Russell and Sunil Narine are near certainities as the three overseas players to regularly feature in the playing XI throughout the sea...
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2nd ODI: Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 155 runs to secure 2-0 series win | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka sealed a commanding 155-run victory over Afghanistan in the second one-day international on Sunday in Kandy, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.Despite being set a target of 309 to level the series, Afghanistan crumbled and were bowled out for 153 within 34 overs, with leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga shining with four wickets.While Afghanistan appeared well-positioned at 128 for one during their pursuit of the target, the dismissal of Rahmat Shah (63) and Ibrahim Zadran (54) marked a turning point, leading to little resistance from the remaining batsmen.The duo had forged a crucial 97-run partnership for the second wicket, but Asitha Fernando, making his first ODI appearance in 15 months, made a breakthrough by dismissing Ibrahim, caught behin...
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Pathum Nissanka becomes first Sri Lankan to hit double century in ODIs | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Sri Lankan cricketer to score an ODI double century. His remarkable innings powered the hosts to an imposing total of 381 against Afghanistan in the series opener in Pallekele on Friday.Nissanka remained unbeaten on an extraordinary score of 210, surpassing the previous record held by Sanath Jayasuriya, who had scored 189 against India in 2000.Nissanka's innings also marked the joint fifth-highest individual score in the history of one-day internationals (ODIs).Sri Lanka's team total of 381-3 in this match not only set a new record for the highest score at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium but also ranked as the team's fourth-highest total in ODIs.Nissanka's historic double century...
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Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 10 wickets in one-off Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Sri Lanka clinched a comfortable 10-wicket victory on Monday in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Colombo.Afghanistan, having been bowled out for 296 in their second innings, set a modest target of 56 for Sri Lanka. The openers, Dimuth Karunaratne (32 not out) and Nishan Madushka (22 not out), chased down the required runs in 7.2 overs.Afghanistan faced an uphill battle after conceding a 241-run lead in the first innings, but they showed resilience in their second innings, especially with Ibrahim Zadran scoring his maiden Test hundred. Rahmat Shah also contributed with a half-century, but once the key pair was dismissed, Afghanistan collapsed.Prabath Jayasuriya claimed his seventh five-wicket haul in Test cricket, finishing with figures of five for 107. The morning session of day ...
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Now administrators take decisions, not captains: Ajay Jadeja | India News | Cricket News – Times of India

JAIPUR: An overstaffed coaching setup is restricting the role of the captain, feels former India batsman and commentator Ajay Jadeja. In the last decade, cricket has undergone a massive transformation. The most noticeable change is the expansion of the support staff, as the squad these days is accompanied by an entourage of coaches, including, mentor, assistant coach, data analyst among others.Jadeja finds it 'unfortunate'."I think it's unfortunate. Because when we grew up the captain was the one who led the side and he was responsible, he was the guide, he was the one who thought how you are going to play, how you will approach the game. Unfortunately now it's not the boys, it's us - the administrators who are running the game at the moment," said Jadeja, who was one of the speakers at...
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Recovering Rashid Khan to miss Afghanistan’s first-ever Sri Lanka Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's premier spinner Rashid Khan will be absent from the squad for their historic first-ever Test against Sri Lanka next month, as confirmed by selectors in Kabul on Monday. This decision stems from Rashid's ongoing recovery from a recent back surgery.The 25-year-old holds the distinction of being Afghanistan's leading Test wicket-taker, having secured 34 wickets in five matches.His pivotal role in all formats of the game makes his absence a notable setback for the team.The selectors emphasised that Rashid's rehabilitation is being approached with caution, underlining the importance of monitoring his recovery process."Rashid Khan continues to recover from the back surgery and is set to miss the one-off Test against Sri Lanka," the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said...
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‘Notice me please’: Ashwin’s cheeky swipe at IPL franchises after Gulbadin Naib’s stunning blitz | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib smashed a dazzling 23-ball 55 not out to take the third and final T20I in Bengaluru to a Super Over. Chasing a massive 213 for victory, Gulbadin's herioc effort took the Afghans level to India's total but the former captain couldn't take his side across the line in the tight last-ball finish.Although India pipped the visitors in the double Super Over thriller but Gulbadin's stunning fight gathered massive praise on social media.Veteran India spinner R Ashwin too was in awe of Gulbadin's knock as he lauded his supreme effort while taking a dig at the Indian Premier League franchises. The 32-year-old last featured in the auction process in 2018 and was ignored by all the franchises.Alongside Gulbadin, openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran als...
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Watch: Virat Kohli’s funny entry for victory photo after India swept Afghanistan 3-0 | Cricket News – Times of India

A double 'Super Over' thriller at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru saw India sweep Afghanistan 3-0 to win their last T20I series ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year in the West Indies and USA.After the match was tied with Afghanistan equalling India's total of 212, the 'Super Over' decider came into play, but that too ended in a tie, resulting in another 'Super Over' that India won with Ravi Bishnoi's double-wicket effort. Maddening celebrations followed in the Indian dug out as well as in the stands, which also brought out the kid in Virat Kohli when he was seen sliding on grass to enter the frame for team photograph. Watch Virat's entry in video below:The match also saw Rohit Sharma get his first runs of the series after scoring ducks in two previous innings. And it turne...
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Watch: Mayhem in Bengaluru! Rohit Sharma-Rinku Singh slam 36 runs in an over to equal T20I record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a remarkable display of batting prowess, star Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh etched their names in T20I history by matching the record for the highest number of runs scored off a single over.The final five overs of the match witnessed a spectacular display of power-hitting as India accumulated a staggering 103 runs. Rohit and the left-handed Rinku in particular stole the show by smashing an incredible 36 runs off Afghanistan's Karim Janat's final over of the innings, which included a six off a no-ball.Rohit opened the over with a stunning four, and followed it up with consecutives sixes off a no-ball and on a free hit. Rohit then took a single off the third ball of the over, handing the baton to Rinku, who hit three humongous back-to-back sixes off the final t...
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‘From 22/4 to 212/4’: Rohit Sharma slams his highest score in T20Is as India post massive total vs Afghanistan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a spectacular turnaround, captain Rohit Sharma showcased his mastery with a remarkable hundred, his fifth in T20Is, as India recovered from a precarious 22 for four to post a formidable 212 for 4 against Afghanistan in the third T20I in Bengaluru.Opting to bat first, India faced an early top-order collapse, but Rohit's unbeaten 121 (69 balls, 11x4, 8x6) and a stellar partnership of 190 runs with Rinku Singh (69 not out, 39 balls, 2x4, 6x6) revived the innings.Rohit's innings, his highest score in T20Is, showcased both restraint and aggression, with the duo steering India to a commanding total. Rohit's previous best in T20Is was 118 against Sri Lanka at Indore in 2017.Despite the impressive numbers, Rohit Sharma's century was not characterized by his usual aggressive style....
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Virat Kohli goes for golden duck in the last T20I before World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Cricket enthusiasts and fans of batting maestro Virat Kohli experienced a significant letdown as the modern-day great faced a golden duck, getting out on the very first ball in the third and final T20I against Afghanistan on Wednesday.The unexpected early departure of the prolific Indian cricketer marked a disappointing moment for his supporters in Bengaluru, which is second home for Kohli after Delhi.The outcome added a surprising twist to the game and left fans eagerly awaiting Kohli's future innings, hopeful for a return to his usual impactful performances on the cricket field.Kohli, who needed six runs to become the first first Indian batter to complete 12000 runs in T20 format (T20 internationals + List A games, will now have to wait for IPL to achieve the milestone.Kohl...
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India vs Afghanistan, 3rd T20I: Final Boarding Call for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma | Cricket News – Times of India

BENGALURU: In a World Cup year, the ongoing T20I series featuring India and Afghanistan has not garnered the kind of attention it ought to. On Wednesday, the Men in Blue will be playing their final T20I game before they travel to the US and Caribbean for the ICC event in June. The talking point of this three-match series has been the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after a gap of 14 months in T20 Internationals, pointing towards their possible inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad.In all this, it is Mumbai allrounder Shivam Dube who has grabbed the spotlight with back-to-back unbeaten half-centuries for a team which is not at full strength. Some of the players are injured while key pacers have been rested.With his all-round show and six-hitting abilities, Dube has made a strong cl...