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Watch: Sikandar Raza hits a last-ball six in ILT20

Sikandar Raza’s last-ball six helped Dubai Capitals beat Desert Vipers by five-wickets in the ILT20. With 13 runs needed off the last over, UAE’s 19-year-old medium pacer Ali Naseer bowled a brave over, but when six runs were needed off the last ball Raza hit him over long on. Raza remained unbeaten on 60 off 45 balls with five boundaries and two sixes. Raza orchestrated his team’s victory through a 79-run partnership in 54 balls for the fourth wicket with Sam Billings, who scored 57 off 36 balls with five boundaries and two sixes, and a 40-run stand in just 23 balls with Dasun Shanaka (10) for the fifth wicket. “I said to myself, I don’t think he will go short as I had hit one earlier out of the ground. I will hold my shape and try and hit it in the air and hit it as well as I can,” ...
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Sri Lanka clinch T20I series 2-1 after record low Zimbabwe total | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Skipper Wanindu Hasaranga led from the front with his four-for as Sri Lanka cruised to a nine-wicket win in the series deciding third and final T20I in Colombo on Thursday. Hasaranga registered superb figures of 4 for 15 as he ran through Zimbabwe's lower order with the tourists succumbing to their lowest-ever T20 total.With the lop-sided win that came inside 11 overs, the Lankans clinched the series 2-1. Pathum Nissanaka (39 not out) and Kusal Mendis (33) added 64 runs in 46 balls before a deceptive turner from left-arm spinner Sean Williams took the latter off-stump for Zimbabwe's sole breakthrough.Nissanka sealed Sri Lanka's win by launching Sikandar Raza for six over long-on when the scores drew level.Zimbabwe had a creditable start with 56-3 after the first six overs of ...
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2nd ODI: Josh Little’s record-breaking six wickets propel Ireland to victory over Zimbabwe | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Josh Little's national-record six-wicket haul for 36 runs propelled Ireland to a convincing four-wicket victory over Zimbabwe on Friday, giving them a 1-0 lead in the one-day international series. Zimbabwe, opting to bat first, struggled to 70/6 before a middle-order revival led by Wellington Masakadza (40) helped them reach a total of 166 in 42.5 overs at Harare Sports Club.As it happened: Zimbabwe vs IrelandSeamer Josh Little wreaked havoc early in the innings, claiming three wickets in the fourth over, including the dismissal of Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza for just two runs. The Irish bowler's exceptional spell set the tone for the match, leaving Zimbabwe reeling.In response, Ireland faced early setbacks, losing opener Andy Balbirnie for a golden duck and captain Paul S...
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Zimbabwe-Ireland 1st ODI abandoned due to rain | Cricket News – Times of India

HARARE: Persistent rain played spoilsport as the first of three one-day internationals between Zimbabwe and Ireland in Harare got washed out on Wednesday after the home team got to 121 for 6 in 25.3 overs.Amid loud roar of thunder, rain arrived at 11:14 local time and then continued on relentlessly, having the final say. Ireland, fresh from a 2-1 T20 series victory in the southern Africa country, won the toss and put the hosts in to bat.Zimbabwe star Sikandar Raza, deputising as captain for injured Craig Ervine, had a rare off-day, making 15 before his attempted slash took an edge and he was caught by wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker.Raza was recalled after missing the last two T20 internationals having been banned for aggressive behaviour toward two Irish opponents in the first match.Openers...
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1st T20I: Sikandar Raza stars with bat and ball as Zimbabwe win thriller – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza showcased a stellar performance both with the bat and ball as Zimbabwe clinched a thrilling victory against Ireland by just one wicket in the opening Twenty20 international of their three-match series. Ireland set a target of 147-8 in 20 overs, with Raza's spin bowling claiming three crucial wickets, including that of Andy Balbirnie, the former Irish captain who scored 32 runs, featuring a six and six fours.vRaza, batting at number four, contributed a significant 65 runs off 42 balls, embellished with two sixes and five fours. His dismissal, caught by Ireland's captain Paul Stirling off Mark Adair's bowling, left Zimbabwe needing 11 runs from nine balls with just two wickets in hand.As the tension mounted, the home team reached 146, losing their...
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World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe rout USA to record second biggest win by runs in ODIs – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe delivered a crushing blow to the United States, securing a resounding victory by a staggering margin of 304 runs on Monday at the Cricket World Cup qualifiers.Zimbabwe's win is the second-largest winning margin in terms of runs in the history of the ODIs. The biggest margin of victory in the ODIs belongs to India when they thrashed Sri Lanka by 317 runs in Thiruvananthapuram earlier this year.In front of their home crowd, Zimbabwe put together an exceptional batting display, amassing their highest ever one-day total of 408-6 in 50 overs. Leading the charge was Sean Williams, who blazed his way to a remarkable 174 runs off just 101 deliveries.Zimbabwe's bowlers then dismantled the USA's batting lineup, dismissing them for a mere 104 runs. This comprehensive victory se...
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Zimbabwe stun West Indies, Dutch knock Nepal out of World Cup qualifier | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe pulled off a remarkable 35-run victory over West Indies in a crucial match of the World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. This triumph proved to be a significant milestone for Zimbabwe, while Netherlands ended Nepal's aspirations of qualifying for the global showpiece for the first time.Netherlands' comprehensive seven-wicket win secured their spot in the Super Sixes stage. This outcome also ensured that both Zimbabwe and two-time champions West Indies advanced to the next round.However, Zimbabwe will carry the added advantage of carrying the two points earned from their victory into the next stage. The upcoming stage will feature the top three teams from each of the two groups of five, setting the stage for intense competition.Zimbabwe, put into bat, made 268 with Sikanda...
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Raza masterclass as Zimbabwe smash Dutch in World Cup qualifier | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sikandar Raza showcased his exceptional skills as an all-rounder, leading Zimbabwe to a commanding six-wicket victory over the Netherlands in a Cricket World Cup Group A qualifier in Harare on Tuesday.Raza began his outstanding performance by taking four crucial wickets against the Dutch team. He then proceeded to display his batting prowess, delivering an entertaining and unbeaten innings of 102 runs from just 54 balls. Notably, Raza's century became the fastest ever hundred scored by a Zimbabwean player in one-day internationals.Batting first, the Netherlands managed to post a competitive total of 315 runs for the loss of six wickets. Vikramjit Singh contributed with a solid knock of 88 runs, supported by skipper Scott Edwards who scored 83, and Max O'Dowd, who added 59 run...
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WATCH: Shikhar Dhawan pulls off a screamer to dismiss David Warner | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shikhar Dhawan led from the front as he showcased exceptional fielding skills to get rid of Delhi Capitals (DC) captain David Warner in an Indian Premier (league (IPL) match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Wednesday.The incident happened in the 11th over of the innings when Warner looked to slap Sam Curran's delivery downtown but ended up miscuing it in the air. But an alert Dhawan ran across from cover and executed a perfectly timed dive to his left, grabbing the ball mid-air. His grip was so secure that even when his arms hit the ground, the ball didn't pop out.Warner played a fine innings, scoring 46 runs off 31 balls that included five fours and two sixes.You can now pick the winner of an IPL match and see h...
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KKR vs PBKS tip-off XI: Raza comes in for Short, no place for Rabada, Suyash for Anukul

IPL 2023: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will host Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a must-win game at the Eden Gardens on Monday. The KKR bowling line-up will have an uphill task against the in-form Liam Livingstone, Shikhar Dhawan and the latest keeper-batter sensation Jitesh Sharma. On the other hand, Punjab Kings boasted with a good bowling attack in which have Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran and Arshdeep Singh failed to defend 214/3 as Mumbai Indians cantered home with seven balls to spare. Ahead of a crucial match, here are a few tip-offs for the match Sikandar Raza for Matthew Short No total seems safe on the batting-friendly Kolkata surface. Punjab Kings will likely add Sikandar Raza for Matthew Short. Raza adds value with the bowl and is more reliable with the bat in comparison to Short. Rabad...
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CSK vs PBKS, IPL 2023, Highlights: Punjab Kings down Chennai Super Kings in last-ball thriller | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sikandar Raza held his nerve and collected required three runs off the final ball as Punjab Kings registered a thrilling four-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in a tense Indian Premier League match on Sunday. With this win, Punjab Kings are now fifth in the points table. The four-time champions Chennai Super Kings are fourth in the tally.HIGHLIGHTS | POINTS TALLY Chasing 201 for a win, Punjab Kings needed nine runs from the final over bowled by Matheesha Pathirana who conceded just two from the first three deliveries. But Raza remained calm under immense pressure, scoring two runs each from the next two deliveries.Raza (13 not out) sent the final ball towards the boundary but Maheesh Theekshana stopped it just before the ropes in a brilliant fielding effort but by that tim...
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MI vs PBKS tip-off XI: Shikhar Dhawan likely to play, Raza for Short, Jofra Archer unlikely to play

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma-led high-flying Mumbai Indians will take on Shikhar Dhawan’s Punjab Kings at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Punjab Kings started the campaign with two wins but in the next four has managed only one win. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians began the season with two crushing defeats before bouncing back with three wins on the trot. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash, Indian Express brings you the tip-off XI for the match. Shikhar Dhawan likely to return Punjab Kings skipper Shikhar Dhawan, who missed the last two games due to a shoulder injury, will likely make a comeback against Mumbai Indians. In the four matches Dhawan has played, he has aced the anchor role to perfection. Dhawan has amassed 233 runs with a strike rate of 146.54, including two fifties. ...
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IPL 2023: Kings cut Giants down to size as Raza and Shahrukh Khan ace chase

Synopsis: Gritty KL Rahul set a 160-run target with 74 but a cool Sikandar Raza led a masterly chase before the imperious Shahrukh Khan sealed the finish The cool Raza Punjab were 75 for 4, 85 runs adrift of the target in the 12th over, when Sikandar Raza sashayed down the pitch to wallop K Gowtham over long-off. And as the captain Sam Curran, fresh to the crease, reached for the mid-pitch chat, Raza patted his back, and shrugged his shoulders as if to say, ‘don’t worry, we shall get this done’. It wasn’t a faint boast. In the next over, against Krunal Pandya, who much to his captain KL Rahul’s visible disappointment, kept bowling short and on the leg and middle, Raza tonked two sixes and a four. The crowd and camera oohed and aahed as in all three occasions the fielder was Yudhvir Sing...
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LSG vs PBKS, IPL 2023 Emotional Rollercoaster: Shahrukh is a box-office hit, KL bursts on Avesh, Zaheer Khan’s tips help Yudhvir Singh

Shahrukh Khan is a box-office hit When he smashed his first ball from Mark Wood for a stunning six over long-on, it was clear the adrenalin was rushing. But could he control it? He showed he could, by choosing the balls and areas to hit, and staying till the end. When he tonked Ravi Bishnoi for the match-winning four in the final over, he pumped his fist and kept running to his team-mates. On air, Matthew Hayden had turned a big fan: “I like his hitting technique; he stays still, doesn’t commit.” 11 years and a case of mistaken identity later, Harpreet Bhatia ends IPL drought  Nearly 11 years after he last played an IPL game (10 years, 332 days), Harpreet Singh Bhatia has made his comeback in the IPL. In fact, by his telling, he might have got into IPL in 2017, but a case of mistaken id...
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2nd Test: Chase half-century helps West Indies take a commanding lead against Zimbabwe | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: West Indies built a commanding 175-run first innings lead against Zimbabwe despite rain interruptions on the second day of the second Test on Monday. The visitors still have two first innings wickets left to push their lead further on day three.Roston Chase scored 70, off 132 balls, to be the top-scorer of the West Indies innings, while Joshua Da Silva contributed 44 as the duo added 85 runs for the sixth wicket. Play resumed after a long 150-minute stoppage soon after lunch, but the pay was soon abandoned for the day after the rain returned.A severely depleted home side were dismissed for 115 on the opening day and the tourists reached 133 for the loss of four wickets by the close.The partnership between Chase and Da Silva helped the West Indies reach 290 for the loss of eig...
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Smriti Mandhana only Indian in race for ICC Cricketer of the Year honour | Cricket News – Times of India

DUBAI: Stylish opener Smriti Mandhana is the only Indian across women and men category to feature among the ICC nominees for the Cricketer of the Year honour.Mandhana will be competing for the top honours alongside England's Nat Sciver, New Zealand's Amelia Kerr and Australia opener Beth Mooney.Pakistan skipper Babar Azam, England Test captain Ben Stokes, Zimbabwe all-rounder Sikandar Raza and New Zealand Test captain Tim Southee are the nominees for the Men's Cricketer of the Year award.Stokes is also among the Test Cricket of the Year nominees alongside compatriot Jonny Bairstow, Australia opener Usman Khawaja and South Africa speedster Kagiso Rabada.Voting for the awards is set to commence next week where global cricket fans will have the chance to submit their votes alongside a spec...