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India Takes Lead in T20 Series by Crushing Bangladesh
Sports Desk
07 Oct 2024, 09:16
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Bangladesh failed to put up any competition in the two-match Test series against India. However, the Tigers aimed to bounce back in the T20 series. Despite their hopes, Bangladesh couldn’t stand up to the reigning T20 champions, as India thrashed them by 7 wickets in the first match.
On Sunday, October 6, in Gwalior, Bangladesh set a target of 128 for India after batting first. India comfortably chased it down with 49 balls and 7 wickets in hand, taking a 1-0 lead in the T20 series.
Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson started strong in the chase. Abhishek was run out for 16 off 7 balls, but Suryakumar Yadav came in and quickly added runs with boundaries.
With the help of their top-order batsmen, India cruised towards victory. Despite Indian captain Suryakumar getting out after scoring 29 off 14 balls, Samson contributed 29 off 19 balls. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Hardik Pandya then took charge.
In the end, Nitish's 16 runs and Pandya's explosive 39 off 16 balls led India to a comfortable win, securing victory with 49 balls and 7 wickets to spare.
For Bangladesh, Mustafizur Rahman and Mehidy Hasan Miraz each took one wicket.
Earlier, Bangladesh, after losing the toss and being asked to bat, had a shaky start. Liton Kumar was dismissed for 4 runs, while fellow opener Parvez Emon managed just 8 runs off 9 balls. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy tried to stabilize the innings.
Despite their efforts, Hridoy was caught out after scoring 12 off 18 balls. Veteran Mahmudullah couldn’t make an impact either, getting out for just 1 run. When Zakir Ali Anik fell for 8 off 6 balls, Bangladesh found themselves in trouble at 57/5.
After Shanto’s dismissal for 27 off 25 balls, Mehidy Hasan Miraz held on, but the lower order crumbled. Rishad (11), Taskin (12), Shoriful (0), and Mustafizur (1) all fell quickly, leaving Bangladesh all out for 127 with just one ball remaining. Miraz remained unbeaten on 35 off 32 balls.
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FIFA: List of 32 Qualified Teams for Club World Cup
The 21st edition of the Club World Cup will kick off in the United States on June 15 next year. The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 13. For the first time, this tournament will feature 32 teams. FIFA has finalized 12 venues for it.
With Botafogo's triumph in the final of the Copa Libertadores on Saturday night, the lineup for the Club World Cup is now complete.
Two weeks ago, the world football governing body 'FIFA' unveiled the trophy for the mega event. This year's trophy has been designed inspired by NASA's Voyager Golden Records. The 24-carat gold cup also features many graphics that illustrate the periodic table, astronomy, and the football's magnificence.
The competition, organized by FIFA, is facing increasing criticism from football stakeholders who are frustrated with the congested schedule. "I'm not sure if it will actually take place," recently said Javier Tebas, president of La Liga.
The 32 clubs that qualified for the Club World Cup are:
Chelsea (England)
Real Madrid (Spain)
Manchester City (England)
Bayern Munich (Germany)
PSG (France)
Inter Milan (Italy)
FC Porto (Portugal)
Benfica (Portugal)
Borussia Dortmund (Germany)
Juventus (Italy)
Atlético Madrid (Spain)
Red Bull Salzburg (Austria)
Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia)
Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan)
Al Ain (UAE)
Ulsan Hyundai (South Korea)
Al Ahly (Egypt)
Wydad (Morocco)
Espérance de Tunis (Tunisia)
Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
Club León (Mexico)
Rayados (Mexico)
Pachuca (Mexico)
Seattle Sounders (USA)
Palmeiras (Brazil)
Fluminense (Brazil)
Flamengo (Brazil)
Botafogo (Brazil)
River Plate (Argentina)
Boca Juniors (Argentina)
Auckland City (New Zealand)
Inter Miami (USA)
Shakib Takes Test to Clear Bowling Action Doubts
Nearly two decades after his debut in international cricket, Shakib Al Hasan played in the English County Championship to prepare for the Test series against India. The world's top all-rounder showcased brilliant performances with the ball during his county stint.
However, shortly afterward, umpires raised concerns about his bowling action, asking him to undergo a test. In response, Shakib took the test to prove his action was flawless.
On Monday, December 2, Shakib underwent a bowling action assessment at the medical department of Loughborough University in Birmingham. Under the supervision of specialists, he bowled a total of four overs. Reports indicate that he bowled the first three overs at a relatively higher pace, reducing his speed in the final over.
The results of the test are expected within seven days. Shakib remains optimistic that no irregularities will be found in his bowling action.
In September, Shakib played a match for Surrey in the County Championship, delivering an impressive performance with the ball. He bowled 63 overs across two innings and claimed nine wickets. However, his bowling action in that match sparked scrutiny.
Notably, since starting his international career in 2006, Shakib has played 447 international matches and taken 712 wickets, without ever facing questions about his bowling action. If he clears this test, Shakib will have no restrictions on playing any level of cricket in England.
Bangladesh Ends 15-Year Drought with Test Win in West Indies
Bangladesh started their two-match Test series against the West Indies with a defeat. However, thanks to Taijul Islam's brilliant spin bowling, they achieved a historic Test win in the Caribbean after 15 years.
On Tuesday (December 3), Bangladesh clinched a commanding 101-run victory in the second Test at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica. With this win, the Tigers ended the series in a 1-1 draw.
Match Highlights:
After suffering a heavy defeat in the first Test, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz opted to bat first in the second and final Test. In their first innings, Bangladesh was bowled out for 164 runs, with opener Shadman Islam scoring the highest, 64 runs.
In response, the West Indies were bundled out for 146 runs, thanks to Nahid Rana's five-wicket haul, giving Bangladesh an 18-run lead.
In their second innings, Bangladesh managed 268 runs, largely due to a valiant effort from Zakir Ali, who missed his century by just 9 runs. He scored a remarkable 91 runs, which included five sixes and eight fours. Shadman contributed 46 runs, while Mehidy added 42. This set the West Indies a challenging target of 287 runs.
Defending the target, Taijul Islam and Taskin Ahmed gave Bangladesh an early advantage by taking two quick wickets, leaving the hosts at 57 for 2. Although West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite (43) and Keacy Carty (14) showed some resistance, Taijul dismissed them to bring Bangladesh back into the game. Another notable performance came from Kevam Hodge, who scored 55, but his efforts were in vain.
The rest of the West Indies lineup collapsed under pressure, with Taijul taking a five-wicket haul. The Caribbean team was bowled out for 185 runs in 50 overs. Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud contributed with two wickets each.
Bangladesh’s Achievements:
This victory surpasses Bangladesh's success in 2009 when they won two Test matches on West Indies soil. It also marks their third Test win of the year, including a historic whitewash of Pakistan in their own backyard. This has been Bangladesh's best performance in any ICC Test Championship cycle so far.
Brief Scores:
Bangladesh 1st Innings: 164
West Indies 1st Innings: 146
Bangladesh 2nd Innings: 268
West Indies 2nd Innings (Target 287): 185 all out (50 overs)
Key Performers:
Bangladesh: Taijul Islam (5/50), Zakir Ali (91), Nahid Rana (5/32).
West Indies: Kevam Hodge (55), Kraigg Brathwaite (43).
This victory symbolizes a significant milestone in Bangladesh’s cricketing journey and highlights their growing stature in Test cricket.
Rangpur Riders in Global Super League Final
Rangpur Riders secured their second consecutive win in the Global Super League, earning a spot in the final with a 23-run victory over Lahore Qalandars in a rain-affected match.
Batting storms from Soumya Sarkar and Saif Hassan, followed by a spin masterclass from Mehedi Hasan, helped propel Rangpur to victory under the DLS method.
After losing the first two matches of the tournament, Rangpur bounced back with two straight wins, climbing to second place in the standings. This earned them a place in the final, where they will face table-toppers Victoria Cricket.
Due to multiple rain delays, the match between Rangpur Riders and Lahore Qalandars was reduced to just 9 overs. Batting first, Rangpur got off to a flying start thanks to their openers. However, the opening partnership was broken when Soumya Sarkar was dismissed for 22 runs from 13 balls, including 3 fours and 1 six.
After Soumya's departure, Saif Hassan took charge, continuing the aggressive batting. At the end of their 9 overs, Rangpur had reached 85/1, with Saif remaining unbeaten on 27 from 14 balls. Steven Taylor supported him well, scoring 32 runs from 27 balls.
Although Rangpur finished with 85 runs in 9 overs, Lahore's target was revised to 111 runs under the DLS method. However, Lahore's chase collapsed in the very first over bowled by Mehedi Hasan. The Pakistani team lost 3 wickets in that over, and Mehedi struck again in his next over, claiming a fourth wicket. Lahore were reduced to 14/4.
Mehedi Hasan, who bowled two overs, finished with impressive figures of 3 wickets for 11 runs, destroying Lahore's middle order. In the end, Lahore Qalandars could only manage 87 runs for the loss of 7 wickets, giving Rangpur a 23-run victory and securing their place in the final.
Source: Cricket97
Rangpur Riders Dedicates GSL Title to Martyrs of July Uprising
The inaugural edition of the Global Super League began on November 26 in Guyana, West Indies, and concluded today (Saturday) with the final match between Rangpur Riders and Victoria. Demonstrating outstanding performance, Rangpur Riders emerged as champions.
Following the victory, the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise dedicated their achievement to the martyrs of the anti-discrimination movement that took place in July and August. Rangpur Riders captain Nurul Hasan Sohan announced this heartfelt gesture after the match.
He stated, "Many innocent people lost their lives in our country during the July-August Movement. I want to dedicate this victory to them."
In the match, Rangpur Riders set a target of 179 runs for Victoria. In response, Victoria was bowled out for 122 runs with 11 balls remaining, securing a 56-run win for the Bangladeshi representatives.
This tournament was organized in the West Indies with champion teams from five different franchise leagues around the world. Instead of the current BPL champion Barishal, Rangpur Riders represented Bangladesh in this tournament.
Tarique Rahman Congratulates Bangladesh U-19 Cricket Team
Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) congratulated Bangladesh U-19 cricket team for their deserving victory in the final of the U19 Asia Cup against India.
Tarique Rahman wrote these words in a status on social media (X and Facebook) on Sunday (December 8).
Heartfelt congratulations to the Bangladesh U-19 cricket team for their deserving victory in the final of the U19 Asia Cup against India!Your hard work, determination, and teamwork have made the nation proud. This victory is a testament to the bright future of Bangladesh… pic.twitter.com/XhGHHnFbeP— Tarique Rahman (@trahmanbnp) December 8, 2024
He wrote, "Heartfelt congratulations to the Bangladesh U-19 cricket team for their deserving victory in the final of the U19 Asia Cup against India!
Your hard work, determination, and teamwork have made the nation proud. This victory is a testament to the bright future of Bangladesh cricket."
Bangladesh vs West Indies / First Match of 3-Match ODI Series Starts Today
After completing the two-match Test series against the West Indies, Bangladesh is now set to embark on a three-match ODI series. The two teams are facing off in the first match today.
Bangladesh skipper Mehedi Hasan Miraz won the toss and chose to bat first in the opener of the three-match ODI series against the West Indies at Warner Park in St Kitts on Sunday (December 08).
Playing XI
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Liton Das, Afif Hossain, Mahmadullah, Mehedi Hasan Miraz (c), Jaker Ali (wk), Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana
West Indies: Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c, wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph
