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Watch: Yuzvendra Chahal spins his way to an outstanding fifer in County Championship | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal made a massive impact in the ongoing County Championship Division II match against Derbyshire on Tuesday. Playing for Northamptonshire, Chahal spun his way through Derbyshire's batting lineup, ending with a brilliant five-wicket haul.His performance has sparked conversations, particularly with his omission from India’s squad in recent international series.Northamptonshire batted first, putting up a modest total of 219, largely thanks to Saif Zaib's impressive 90 and Justin Broad's steady 45.Watch:Unfortunately, Indian star Prithvi Shaw, also part of the Northamptonshire lineup, continued his rough patch with the bat, contributing just four runs in the first innings.In response, Derbyshire was bowled out for 165, thanks to Chahal's masterc...
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Cricket great Andrew Flintoff gets new role for England after successful TV career

Andrew Flintoff appointed head coach of the England Lions. File | Photo Credit: AP Cricket great Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was appointed head coach of the England Lions on Saturday (September 7, 2024). The former England captain has been a successful television personality since ending his storied playing career, but his appointment is his latest step into coaching.“I'm incredibly excited to take on this role with the England Lions. It's a fantastic opportunity to work with some of the best up-and-coming talent in the country and to help shape the future of the men's game," Flintoff said.Flintoff has signed up for the winter tours of South Africa and Australia as well as summer fixtures against India A and Zimbabwe. Since returning to cricket over the past year, the 46-year-old has been an...