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We ticked a lot of boxes; need to work on bowling and fielding, says skipper Rohit Sharma after Australia series win
India won the series by defeating Australia by six wickets in the series-deciding third and last T20I at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here on Sunday.Former skipper Virat Kohli and middle-order bat Suryakuamr Yadav struck brilliant fifties as India overhauled Australia's challenging total of 186/7 to win the series 2-1.
Carlsen crushes Indian teenager Arjun Erigaisi to clinch Julius Baer title; breaks 2900 Tour Rating barrier
The world No. 1 needed just two games to take the seventh leg of the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour, ending Erigaisi's challenge 2-0. It is Carlsen's fourth tournament win of the Tour season and extends his advantage at the top of the overall leaderboard. For 19-year-old Erigaisi, he can take huge credit for a stunning run to the final.
India clinch their 21st T20I win in a calendar year; break Pakistan's record set last year
Pakistan had held the record until now with 20 T20I wins in 2021. Virat Kohli (63) and Suryakumar Yadav (69) were the architects of the win in the series-decider as they stitched together a century partnership. Thanks to their efforts, India overhauled Australia's 187/7 in 20 overs with just a ball to spare.
Skipper Rohit Sharma happy with death overs bowlers coming "to the party"
Sharma was also happy the players took their chances and were "brave" to go after the opportunities that came their way in the batting and bowling departments. With the victory, India also achieved a unique record of clinching their 21st T20I win in a calendar year -- the most ever recorded by a team in men's T20Is. Pakistan had held the record until now with 20 T20I wins in 2021.
Ronaldinho set to promote cricket in India; big boost for NRI festival and Sports Mahotsav
To begin with, Ronaldinho will promote the GPCL Global Power Cricket League being organised by Power Sportz as part of the NRI festival and Sports Mahotsav involving Indian diaspora players. The GPCL Global Power Cricket League is an initiative to collaboratively enjoy India's 75th year of Independence and commemorate it through Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier: Fargana's breezy half-ton guides Bangladesh to win over Ireland in final
The two teams have already qualified to play in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa next year by virtue of securing a place in the final of the Qualifier. Electing to bat first in the Qualifier final, Bangladesh posted a below-par 120/8 that was helped by Fargana Hoque's 61 off 55 balls.
Tiafoe stuns Tsitsipas to capture Laver Cup title for Team World
John McEnroe's side entered the final day of the three-day event in London trailing four-time champions Team Europe 4-8. However, with each win worth three points on Sunday, Team World turned the tables in style to win the Laver Cup for the first time. "I don't want to talk too much because I want the party to begin very soon. But I want to thank my players. They brought energy, belief and intensity. I want to especially thank my brother Patrick, my right hand," McEnroe said during the trophy ceremony.
Mire and Masakadza fire as Capitals reign over Giants
The win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium was the Capitals' second of the League and they now occupy the top spot in the standings. The Giants have also won two matches, but they are placed second by virtue of having an inferior net run rate than the Capitals.
3rd T20I: I am enjoying batting since the comeback at Asia Cup, says Virat Kohli
On Sunday, the former captain did just that, steading the innings after India lost in-form openers Rohit Sharma and K.L Rahul with only 30 runs on the board. Kohli took the backseat as Suryakumar Yadav went after the bowling, raising a century-partnership for the third wicket and then took over the mantle of scoring quick runs.
Laver Cup: Felix fire Team World ahead against Team Europe
The Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime played aggressively throughout the one-hour, 35-minute clash to earn his first win against the Serbian. The 22-year-old hit his spots on serve, while he opened his shoulders to push the former World No. 1 back and triumph.
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