Newsmen Sports Desk

During this outstanding performance, Warner climbed the ranks of Australia's all-time Test run-getters, surpassing Matthew Hayden and Michael Clarke. Notably, his big hundred propelled him past cricket legends Sir Viv Richards and Virender Sehwag in the overall list.

He criticized those who misinterpret such actions, stating they aim to create unnecessary controversy. Shami asserted that he will continue to express his faith proudly and without reservation.

Sussex head coach Paul Farbrace praised Pujara's qualities as a player and person, highlighting his experience and composure as valuable assets for the team. Besides Pujara, Sussex's overseas signings for the 2024 season include Australia's Daniel Hughes and Nathan McAndrew, and West Indies fast-bowler Jayden Seales.

Having faced Ashwin multiple times worldwide, Lyon admires Ashwin's approach and considers him a silent mentor in his cricket journey.

South Africa's Reeza Hendricks moved up to eighth place, while India's Tilak Varma climbed 10 spots to 55th. In the bowlers' list, Rashid Khan joined India's Ravi Bishnoi at the top, and Tabraiz Shamsi moved to eighth place. Kuldeep Yadav rose to 32nd, and Aiden Markram improved to second in the all-rounders' rankings.

In the absence of Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf, Shaheen will spearhead the pace bowling unit, with valuable support from Faheem Ashraf. With an impressive cricketing career comprising 27 Tests, 53 ODIs, and 52 T20Is for Pakistan, Shaheen has showcased his prowess by claiming 105 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 3.08. As he takes on the added responsibility of vice-captaincy, the young and dynamic Shaheen Shah Afridi is poised to play a crucial role in shaping Pakistan's performance in the upcoming Test series against Australia.

Chennaiyin's goalkeeper Debjit Majumder's crucial saves in the final moments ensured a clean sheet. Chennaiyin FC is set to face Punjab FC on December 18, while Bengaluru FC will take on Jamshedpur FC on December 16.

Barcelona appears set to clinch the top spot in Group H, barring an improbable scenario.

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Venezuela's Yulimar Rojas claimed the women's field athlete honor, dominating the triple jump with her fourth consecutive world title and third Diamond League trophy.