T20 World Cup 2024
Warner Bids Farewell: T20 World Cup Marks End of International Career with Australia's Exit
The first impact Warner had was immediate: 89 off 43 balls on his T20I debut against South Africa, which he played faultlessly. He scored a total of 3277 runs in 110 matches, including a century against Pakistan in 2019 that made him the third Australian to get centuries in all three cricket formats—along with 28 half-centuries.
Bumrah's Influence on My Wicket-Taking, according to Arshdeep
Bumrah himself has been a force to reckon with, snatching 11 wickets in the same number of games while conceding a mere 4.08 runs per over, a rarity in T20 cricket. Arshdeep acknowledged Bumrah's influence, stating, "I guess a lot of credit goes to Jasprit because he puts a lot of pressure on the batters. He gives what, three or four runs in and over." This pressure, Arshdeep explained, often compels batsmen to take risks against him, creating ample opportunities for wickets.
Rashid Khan Praises Brian Lara's Prediction as Afghanistan Reaches T20 World Cup Semifinals
Afghanistan continued their remarkable journey at the T20 World Cup, advancing to their first-ever World Cup semifinal with an eight-run victory over Bangladesh in the last Super 8 match.
Rashid Khan Leads Afghanistan to Historic T20 World Cup Semifinal
Afghanistan struggled to 115/5 on a tough pitch where Bangladesh bowlers utilised to the fullest with 66 dot balls after opting to bat first following a win in the toss. Bangladesh target will now be 114. The match has reduced to 19 overs per side following rain interruptions.
David Warner Defends Kohli Amid Criticism Ahead of T20 World Cup Clash
Kohli, who scored 24 and 37 in the Super Eight games against Afghanistan and Bangladesh respectively, bounced back from his disappointing act in the group stage games in New York.
Wasim Akram Optimistic About Indian Team's Participation in 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan
Amidst discussions about India's involvement in the tournament, former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram emphasized the significance of hosting such a prestigious event for the advancement of cricket in Pakistan.
India's Dominant T20 World Cup Semifinal Entry: Rohit Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav Shine in 24-Run Victory against Australia
First, Australia was well on the right keel towards victory with Travis Head bashing 76 off 43 balls. But Kuldeep Yadav's 2-24—of which the key wicket of Glenn Maxwell was while the score was 114/4—and then Arshdeep Singh's 3-37 mean Australia would only finish their innings at 181/7 and falling a few runs short of the target.
South Africa Clinches Semifinal Berth with Impressive Victory over West Indies in T20 World Cup
West Indies struggled early, losing Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran cheaply, but Kyle Mayers and Roston Chase revived their innings with an 81-run partnership for the third wicket. Tabraiz Shamsi's breakthrough by dismissing Mayers and subsequent strikes by Keshav Maharaj and himself halted West Indies' progress. Despite Chase's resilient 52 off 42 balls, supported briefly by Andre Russell's late flourish, West Indies could only manage 135/8, with Shamsi finishing with figures of 3-27.
'So sad we can't see you all play in Australia': Khawaja Expresses Regret Over Afghanistan's Absence in Australia Following T20 Victory
“Well done, Brother. Better team on the day. You boys are an inspiration for so many back homes and abroad. So sad we can’t see you all play in Australia,” Khawaja posted on X.
Afghanistan's Historic T20 World Cup Victory: Naib Expresses Relief at Beating Australia
Naib proved to be instrumental at Arnos Vale Stadium with figures of 4-20. He turned in a match-winning spell, four continuous overs, in which he removed Marcus Stoinis and Tim David, then got the important wicket of Glenn Maxwell for 59 runs in the 14th over, which seemed to signal the end of Australia's hopes of winning.
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