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India-Pak Asia Cup clash marks return of the greatest rivalry on UAE soil
What makes this year's tournament, to be held in the T20 format in Dubai and Sharjah, special is that it will also mark the return of the greatest rivalry in men's cricket -- India vs Pakistan. The return of the Asia Cup to the UAE also brings back the tradition of India-Pakistan matches being played in the country through the 1980s and 1990s, mainly in Sharjah. India, the defending champions and seven-time winners of the trophy, will be looking to retain their throne as the best in Asia.
IND v ZIM, 2nd ODI: Bowlers, Samson help India beat Zimbabwe by five wickets, take unassailable series lead
With this win, India also take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, with Monday's match becoming a dead rubber. The five-wicket victory also means that this was India's 14th win on the trot over Zimbabwe in ODI cricket. After Thakur's 3-38 in seven overs and the rest of the bowlers took a wicket each to bowl Zimbabwe out for just 161 in 38.1 overs, the visitors were in some discomfort at 97-4 in their chase of 167.
Shaheen Shah Afridi ruled out of upcoming Asia Cup, England series due to right knee injury
But the official release from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Afridi is expected to return to competitive cricket in October with the T20I tri-series in New Zealand, also featuring Bangladesh as the third side and will be followed by the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Australia in October-November. "Shaheen Shah Afridi has been advised 4-6 weeks rest by the PCB Medical Advisory Committee and independent specialists following the latest scans and reports. Shaheen had suffered a right knee ligament injury while fielding during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle," said the PCB.
IND v ZIM, 2nd ODI: Shardul Thakur takes three wickets as Zimbabwe bowled out for 161
Just like the first ODI on Thursday, Zimbabwe had a top-order meltdown and despite some rebuilding efforts from Sean Williams (42) and Ryan Burl (39), the hosts couldn't save themselves from being rolled over for a small score for the second time in as many matches.
Very important to create an environment where high-pressure isn't felt: Rohit Sharma
Since last year's World Cup, when Rohit has been the full-time captain and Rahul Dravid as the head coach, India have won six of their seven bilateral T20I series, barring the one against South Africa, which was shared 2-2 after rain had washed out the decider in Bengaluru in June.
IND v ZIM, 2nd ODI: Shardul replaces Deepak as India win toss, elect to bowl first against Zimbabwe
After winning the toss, Rahul said pacer Deepak Chahar, who made a successful return to international cricket in the first ODI with 3-27 in seven overs, misses out on Saturday's match and has been replaced by Shardul Thakur in the playing eleven.
Stokes says he's 'absolutely fine' despite the humiliating loss to South Africa
South Africa bowled out England for 149 in their second innings, winning by an innings and 12 runs, to continue their domination at the Lord's since re-admission. The visitors have now won five of their seven Tests at the venue since 1992, losing only once.
Durand Cup: Defending champions FC Goa register first win of the season, defeat Indian Air Force 1-0
FC Goa head coach Deggie Cardozo made three changes to his team's starting XI against Mohammedan SC as Mallikjan Kalegar, Ayush Chhetri and Mevan Dias replaced Rayan Roger Menezes, Shanon Viegas and Jovial Dias respectively.
Neymar and Mbappe PSG penalty row over, Brazil star could leave before September 1
Asked whether Neymar might move on before the September 1 deadline, Galtier indicated it was highly unlikely but not entirely out of the question, reports DPA. A spat between Mbappe and Neymar became apparent during PSG's 5-2 Ligue 1 win over Montpellier last Saturday, with the pair seeming to disagree over penalty duties.
Western & Southern Open: Madison Keys overcomes Elena Rybakina to reach Semi-Finals
With this win, Keys has now reached nine career semifinals at WTA 1000 level or above. Having also made the Australian Open last four in January, this marks the first time she has made more than one such semifinal in a single season since 2018.
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