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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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Cognizant named as Major League Cricket title partner – Times of India

Major League Cricket (MLC) and Cognizant announced Wednesday an agreement for the professional services company to become the first-ever title sponsor of America's only world class professional cricket championship.Cognizant Major League Cricket will return for its second season this summer, kicking off on July 4 and again bringing the world's best cricketers to the United States for multiple weeks of high adrenaline T20 cricket action."Major League Cricket is thrilled to welcome Cognizant as our title sponsor, starting with season two of MLC this summer," said Vijay Srinivasan, co-founder, Major League Cricket. "This multiyear partnership will help enable the continued growth of MLC and cricket in America as this new era in the United States for the world's second-largest sport continu...
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Cognizant becomes title sponsor of Major League Cricket | Cricket News – Times of India

Major League Cricket (MLC) has announced Cognizant as the first-ever title sponsor of America's premier cricket championship. The partnership, unveiled on Wednesday, signifies a significant stride forward for professional cricket in the United States.Vijay Srinivasan, co-founder of Major League Cricket, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating, "Major League Cricket is thrilled to welcome Cognizant as our title sponsor, starting with season two of MLC this summer."The multi-year partnership aims to fuel the continued growth of cricket in America, with Srinivasan adding, "This multi-year partnership will help enable the continued growth of MLC and cricket in America as this new era in the United States for the world's second-largest sport continues to bloom."Ravi Kumar S...
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Talismanic spinner Imran Tahir becomes fourth player to claim 500 T20 wickets | – Times of India

CHITTAGONG (Bangladesh): South Africa's experienced spinner Imran Tahir completed 500 wickets in the T20 format and became just the fourth player to achieve the remarkable feat.The 44-year-old completed the feat during the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) clash between Rangpur Riders and Khulana Tigers.He played a crucial role in Rangpur's victory with his figure of 5/26 in his four-over spell.With this five-wicket haul, he joined the elite company of Dwayne Bravo, Rashid Khan and Sunil Narine.Former West Indies skipper DJ Bravo leads the chart with 624 wickets in 571 appearances in the T20 format. Afghanistan's ace spinner Rashid Khan has scalped 556 wickets in 410 matches and West Indies mystery spinner Sunil Narine sits on the third spot with 532 wickets to his name.Coming to the matc...
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Afghanistan announces squad for Sri Lanka T20I series | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Afghanistan Cricket Board on Monday announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka with a focus on preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Ibrahim Zadran will continue to lead the side in absence of regular T20I skipper Rashid Khan, who is in the process of recovering from back surgery. The T20 series is scheduled to take place in Dambulla, with matches set for February 17, 19, and 21, immediately following the conclusion of the one-day international series on Wednesday.Missing Rashid badly, Afghanistan lost the one-off Test and trail the three-match ODI series 2-0 against hosts Sri Lanka.Afghanistan's chief selector Ahmad Shah Sulimankhil said the Twenty20 World Cup is the target."We have a close eye on the upcoming T20 World C...
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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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Afghanistan coach Trott aims for middle-overs dominance | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket coach, Jonathan Trott, is eyeing a strategic approach in the upcoming third T20I against India, emphasizing the significance of applying pressure on Indian batsmen during the middle overs to secure a competitive edge. With India already clinching an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series, Afghanistan seek redemption in the historic contest.Trott stressed the importance of gaining valuable experience in the middle overs, pointing towards the T20 World Cup in June. He outlined the team's objective, stating, "I will be looking at getting closer to a good 40 overs from us tomorrow. Being able to put some pressure on the Indian side in the middle overs with the ball would be nice."Acknowledging the absence of star spinner Rashid Khan due to injury, Trott assured...
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Tim Southee achieves rare milestone, becomes first bowler to take 150 wickets in T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's seasoned pacer Tim Southee made history on Friday as he became the first bowler to surpass the 150-wicket mark in T20Is. This milestone was achieved during the first T20I against Pakistan at Eden Park in Auckland, where Southee delivered an outstanding performance with figures of 4/25 in his four-over spell.Southee reached the landmark, with Abbas Afridi becoming his 150th victim in T20Is.Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan (140) holds the second spot, followed by Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan (130) and Kiwi spinner Ish Sodhi (127).Having made his T20I debut in 2008, Southee currently boasts 746 international wickets, including over 350 in the Test format. In the match against Pakistan, Southee showcased his skills by dismissing Mohammad Rizwan, Iftikhar Ah...
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Opportunity for others to step up in Rashid Khan’s absence, says Afghanistan head coach | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott has expressed his concerns over the absence of star spinner Rashid Khan during their first-ever tour of India. According to Trott, Rashid, who traveled with the team to Chandigarh, has been ruled out of the entire series after captain Ibrahim Zadran stated that the leg-spinner was not fit to play. Trott, in an interview with JioCinema, mentioned that Rashid's absence provides an opportunity for other players to step up and take on the responsibility for the team."With Rashid out of the side, it's a good chance for other players to make a name for themselves like he has. Of course, we will miss a player like Rashid and everything he brings to the team, including his leadership. However, it will be interesting to see who will rise to the oc...
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India vs Afghanistan: Rashid Khan to miss entire T20I series | Cricket News – Times of India

MOHALI: Newly-appointed Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran on Wednesday confirmed that his team’s star spinner Rashid Khan will sit out of the three-match T20I series. Rashid has travelled to India with the team but is still in “recovery mode” after a lower-back surgery he underwent just after the ODI World Cup. “He (Rashid) is travelling with the team but is not fully fit,” Zadran said. “We will miss him for the entire series. Rashid is a key player and we hope he gets fit as soon as possible. Currently, he is undergoing rehab under our team doctor’s watch.” Besides Rashid, Afghanistan have four other frontline spinners in the squad — mystery spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman, chinaman bowler Noor Ahmad, leg-spinner Qais Ahmad, left-arm orthodox Sharafuddin Ashraf and veteran off-spinner Mohamm...
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Ind vs Afg T20 | Opportunity for aspirants to stake a claim for T20 World Cup spots

Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Tilak Varma during a net practice session ahead of the T20 Match against Afghanistan at PCA Ground in Mohali on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. | Photo Credit: R.V. Moorthy India’s last series in the shortest format before the T20 World Cup in June offers hope for some aspirants, opportunities for the regulars and the desperate.The three-match series against Afghanistan starting at PCA Stadium here on Thursday will also witness how an inexperienced Indian pace trio deals with the free-stroking Afghans.With Virat Kohli missing the opening match citing personal reasons, skipper Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Kuldeep Yadav are the only regulars in the squad. Prominent absenteesThe notable absentees are K. L. Rahul, the injured duo of Hardik Pandya and Surya...
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Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan ruled out of T20I series against India | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket team will be without their star spinner Rashid Khan in the upcoming series against India. Khan underwent a back surgery in November last year and is still in the process of recovering. This news comes as a blow to Afghanistan, as Khan's presence and skills have been instrumental in the team's success in the past.In a pre-match press conference, Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran expressed his disappointment over Khan's absence, stating that the team would miss him during the series. "He is not totally fit. We will miss him in the series. We will struggle without Rashid but one should be ready for any kind of situation," Zadran said.Despite Rashid Khan's injury, the team is at full strength for the series. Players like Mujeeb Zadran, Naveen-Ul Haq, and Fa...
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‘I will miss you’: Suryakumar Yadav and Rashid Khan engage in a social media interaction | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India and Afghanistan players share a great camaraderie on and off the field which has been witnessed in the past. A recent social media conversation between Suryakumar Yadav and Rashid Khan serves as further evidence of this strong bond.Afghanistan star spinner Rashid shared a video of him practicing in the nets on Instagram. He captioned the video "I've missed you".The top-ranked T20I batter Suryakumar replied to his post saying "And I will miss you".Surya will not be a part of the three-match series against Afghanistan due to ligament tear.Rashid then also responded with a post "I'm coming to meet you."Suryakumar, who led India in the T20Is in South Africa in December, injured his ankle while fielding in the third and final match in Johannesburg. He recently had ankle surg...
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Kieron Pollard replaces injured Rashid Khan as MI Cape Town captain in SA20 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former West Indian all-rounder Kieron Pollard was on Sunday named captain of MI Cape Town in SA20, which starts from January 10. Pollard replaces injured Rashid Khan, who was initially named the captain of the side. However the ace spinner is still recovering from the injury. "Rashid Khan is unavailable currently, as he continues his recovery from injury.The MI CT wish Rashid a quick recovery and look to have him back on the playing field soon," the franchise said in a media statement.However, Rashid has been named in Afghanistan's squad to tour India for a three-match T20I series, but he is unlikely to be available.The MI Cape Town will begin their campaign in the tournament with a match against Durban SuperGiants on January 11.The Cape Town side has some leading players suc...
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Recovering Rashid Khan included in Afghanistan team for India T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

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Landscape gardener 18 months back, Spencer Johnson makes his mum smile with hefty IPL paycheck | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia's Spencer Johnson, a landscape gardener just a year ago due to the absence of a professional cricket contract, is now celebrating a remarkable turn of events. In a span of 18 months, the fast bowler has transitioned from tending to gardens to securing a substantial IPL deal with the Gujarat Titans, bringing a radiant smile to his mother's face.The astounding transformation in Johnson's fortunes was highlighted at the IPL auction in Dubai on Tuesday, where the Gujarat Titans invested a significant Rs 10 crore in acquiring him.This hefty price tag not only signifies a major breakthrough in his cricketing career but also stands as a testament to the unpredictability and resilience inherent in the world of sports. It wasn't too long ago that Johnson faced the prospect o...
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‘Yes, he is the No. 1 bowler in the world but…’: Sunil Gavaskar on Ravi Bishnoi’s omission in 2nd T20I | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Despite being awarded the player of the series in the recently-concluded T20I series against Australia at home, Ravi Bishnoi failed to make the cut into the playing XI of Team India in the second T20I against South Africa on Tuesday.His tally of nine wickets against Australia also saw him dislodge Afghanistan star spinner Rashid Khanto become the No.1 T20I bowler in the world.But legendary Sunil Gavaskar feels otherwise saying the young leg spinner has a long way to go and is still in the process of adapting to international cricket."Ravi Bishnoi... still finding his feet at the international level. Yes, he is the No. 1 T20 bowler in the world but again, if you get stuck into him, sometimes you tend to see him bowl faster and quicker. The faster you bowl on a good pitch, it g...
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‘Captain Gill mending Dil’: Gujarat Titans after ‘Captain sahab’ Shubman Gill pays a visit to Rashid Khan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket sensation Shubman Gill recently made a delightful visit to Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan in the UK, creating a buzz among fans and fellow cricketers alike. The heartwarming meeting between the two Gujarat Titans (GT) teammates prompted Rashid to share a memorable picture on social media, expressing his joy at Gill's visit.Gill, who was recently named the captain of Gujarat Titans for IPL 2024 following Hardik Pandya's surprising move back to Mumbai Indians, posed for a picture with Rashid. In a social media post, Rashid wrote, "Thank you for stopping by captain sahab," acknowledging Gill's visit and the camaraderie between the players.The Gujarat Titans also shared the pic with a caption: "Captain Gill mending Dil", expressing their hope for continued suc...