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]]>Afghanistan, after being invited to bat, posted a fighting total of 183 runs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz played a steady knock of 27 runs, while Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmat Shah tried to build partnerships in the middle overs. However, the Afghan batting lineup struggled against disciplined bowling from New Zealand.
Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry kept the pressure on with sharp pace and accurate lines. Ferguson struck crucial blows in the middle overs, while Henry provided early breakthroughs. Their combined effort restricted Afghanistan to a modest total despite brief resistance from the lower order.
In response, New Zealand approached the chase calmly. Will Young anchored the innings with a composed 65 off 42 balls, striking seven fours and three sixes. His positive intent ensured that the required run rate never became a concern.
Tom Latham supported him brilliantly, scoring a fluent 74. He rotated the strike effectively and punished loose deliveries, guiding the innings through the middle phase. The pair built a crucial partnership that shifted the momentum firmly in New Zealand’s favor.
Although Afghanistan’s bowlers managed to pick up a few wickets and attempted to apply pressure with tight spells, the target proved insufficient. The New Zealand batters maintained control and completed the chase comfortably with five wickets in hand.
The victory provides New Zealand with a strong start to the tournament and boosts their confidence ahead of tougher encounters. Afghanistan showed flashes of promise but will need greater consistency with both bat and ball to challenge top sides in the competition.
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]]>Batting first after losing early wickets, India found themselves under pressure as the USA bowlers struck regularly. Suryakumar Yadav held one end firmly and counter-attacked with confidence and composure. He scored 84 runs, becoming the top scorer of the match, and reached his half-century in just 25 balls at a strike rate of over 160. His innings included a series of innovative strokes and clean hits that shifted the momentum in India’s favour.
India eventually posted a total of 176 runs for the loss of seven wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Apart from Suryakumar, no other Indian batter was able to play a substantial innings, underlining the importance of his contribution.
While chasing the target, the United States began positively but struggled to maintain consistency against India’s disciplined bowling attack. Arshdeep Singh emerged as the standout bowler, picking up three crucial wickets and breaking the back of the American batting lineup. He was well supported by the other bowlers, who kept the run rate in check and applied constant pressure.
The USA were restricted to 147 runs, falling short by 29 runs. This victory marked India’s first-ever T20 international win against the United States and strengthened their position in the tournament.
The match also saw several milestones, including Suryakumar Yadav recording his third consecutive fifty in T20 internationals, highlighting his exceptional form and reliability in pressure situations.
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Pant had initially retired on 17 from 22 balls when he was struck three times by Moraki near the end of the morning session at the BCCI Centre of Excellence ground. His left hand was seen strapped as Dhruv Jurel replaced him in the middle.
Pant’s Comeback Energizes India A Innings
Despite the earlier setback Pant rejoined the innings after Harsh Dubey’s dismissal and played a blistering knock of 65 from 54 deliveries smashing five boundaries and four sixes. His fluent stroke play underlined his readiness for the upcoming home Test series against South Africa starting November 14.
Jurel meanwhile produced a brilliant unbeaten 127 from 170 balls including fifteen fours and one six. The partnership between Pant and Jurel added 82 runs from just 54 balls boosting India A’s momentum.
Spin all-rounder Harsh Dubey also impressed with a composed 84 from 116 balls featuring twelve fours and one six. Together Dubey and Jurel stitched a vital 184-run stand for the seventh wicket that pushed India A into a commanding position.
India A Declares with Strong Lead
India A declared their second innings at 382 for seven in 89.2 overs after Pant’s dismissal setting a target of 417 for South Africa A. The visitors ended the day on 25 without loss with Jordan Hermann on 15 and Lesego Senokwane on 9 ensuring no early damage before stumps.
Team’s Confidence in Pant’s Recovery
Earlier a team official confirmed that Pant would bat again if the situation required it mentioning that the physios were closely monitoring his condition. Pant had endured three painful blows from Moraki—one on the helmet during a reverse pull another on the elbow while attempting a pull shot and a third on the abdomen. After receiving medical attention each time he was eventually asked by coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar to retire temporarily despite his willingness to continue.
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Team’s Interaction with the Prime Minister
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur recalled their previous meeting with the Prime Minister after the 2017 World Cup and expressed happiness at finally meeting him with the trophy this time. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana said the Prime Minister’s encouragement served as a great motivation for the entire team. The players presented him with a jersey bearing the name “NAMO”.
Moments of Inspiration and Lighter Conversations
Player of the Tournament Deepti Sharma told the Prime Minister she had been eager to meet him since 2017, remembering how he had motivated them to keep working hard toward their dream. When Modi mentioned her “Jai Shri Ram” Instagram bio and her Hanuman tattoo, Deepti said they gave her strength. Harmanpreet asked how he managed to always stay present and focused, to which Modi replied that it had become a way of life for him.
The Prime Minister also recalled key moments from the team’s journey, such as Harleen Deol’s stunning catch against England in 2021 and Amanjot Kaur’s juggling catch in the World Cup final, which he humorously said must have made her think about the trophy immediately after catching the ball. He fondly mentioned how Harmanpreet pocketed the ball after the final match, calling it a memorable gesture
Encouragement for Future Generations
During the meeting, Modi urged the players to promote the Fit India initiative and inspire young girls to take up sports. He expressed concern about the growing issue of obesity and highlighted the need for an active lifestyle. He encouraged the team to visit their former schools and motivate students to pursue fitness and sports
A Defining Moment for Indian Women’s Cricket
The Harmanpreet-led team returned to New Delhi two days after their historic 52-run win against South Africa in the final at Navi Mumbai, securing India’s maiden 50-over World Cup title. This achievement marked a turning point in Indian women’s cricket as the team became only the fourth side in the world to lift the ODI trophy. The players will now return to their hometowns, while Shafali Verma will travel to Nagaland to lead the North Zone team in the upcoming Inter-Zonal T20 tournament.
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]]>Pant had injured his foot during the fourth Test against England in Manchester in July, which ruled him out of the following series against the West Indies. The 26-year-old has since regained full fitness and recently led India A to victory over South Africa A in a four-day match held in Bengaluru, where he scored an impressive 90 runs in the second innings while chasing a target of 275.
In the newly announced 15-member squad, Pant replaces N Jagadeesan and will serve as the vice-captain under the leadership of Shubman Gill. Bengal fast bowler Akash Deep also returns to the Test setup after recovering from a shoulder injury. He re-established his form by representing Bengal in both the Ranji Trophy and the Irani Trophy and is also included in the India A side for the second four-day game against South Africa A, beginning Thursday in Bengaluru.
India’s pace unit for the Test series includes Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, while the spin attack will once again be led by experienced all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel, along with Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar. Senior pacer Mohammed Shami has not been selected despite showcasing good form for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy, where he took 15 wickets in three matches at an average of 15.53.
The first Test match will be hosted in Kolkata starting November 14, followed by the second in Guwahati from November 22.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has also named the India A squad for the three-match one-day series against South Africa A, scheduled to take place in Rajkot. The India A team will be captained by Tilak Varma, with Ruturaj Gaikwad serving as vice-captain. The squad includes promising young talents such as Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, Ishan Kishan, Prabhsimran Singh, Ayush Badoni, Nishant Sindhu, Vipraj Nigam, Manav Suthar, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, and Khaleel Ahmed.
Pant’s inclusion in the senior squad signals a strong comeback for the dynamic left-hander as India prepares for a challenging red-ball contest on home soil.
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She shared that the squad has learned from past experiences and is eager to create a new chapter in Indian cricket. According to her, every player understands the significance of the moment and is determined to give everything for the country.
Learning from Previous Finals
This final marks India’s third appearance in a Women’s ODI World Cup final. The team previously lost to Australia in 1998 and to England in 2017, both times narrowly missing the title. India also missed out on gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games after losing to Australia. Despite these setbacks, Harmanpreet believes those experiences have made the team stronger and more united.
She mentioned that reaching a stage like the World Cup final is the greatest motivation any athlete can have. The captain highlighted the positive atmosphere in the camp, saying the players are fully charged and supporting each other as they look forward to the big day.
A New Champion to Be Crowned
Harmanpreet said it was exciting that the final would produce a new world champion in women’s cricket. She noted that while teams like Australia and England have dominated the sport for years, the rise of new contenders such as India and South Africa brings fresh energy and competition to the game.
She added that the team’s journey so far has made her proud and that the entire country should take pride in their achievements. With the final on home soil, Harmanpreet hopes Sunday will mark a special day for Indian cricket and its fans.
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]]>Warne, who was designated one of Wisden’s Five Cricketers of the Century, had a 15-year career with Australia, claiming 708 Test wickets and winning the World Cup in 1999. The devastating news comes just days after another Australian cricket legend, veteran wicketkeeper Rod Marsh, died of heart failure at the age of 74 earlier in the week.
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]]>It was the 7th time in his career that Anderson had picked Kohli’s wicket. After the end of the play on Day 1, the veteran pacer said that dismissing Kohli was a special moment for him as it is important to keep the India captain quiet.
“I think so (it was special). We have had some great battles over the years. He is someone you want to keep quiet. Especially, in a five-match series, if he gets going he can be very disruptive,” Anderson said at the virtual press conference.
Anderson also dismissed KL Rahul and Cheteshwar Pujara in a similar fashion as India were bundled out for 78. Speaking on how he continues to be in his best form, the 39-year-old Anderson revealed that he works harder in the gym.
“As I get older, I feel like I have to work that little bit harder in the gym. I feel like I bowl less in the nets, and try to save it for when it matters in the middle,” Anderson said.
“The biggest test in Test cricket is mentally getting yourself up for bowling big spells and playing in big games. It’s about keeping yourself switch on through games and switch off when you are not bowling — that’s something I’ve always had,” he added.
Asked about his problematic right shoulder, he said: “It still hurts. You just find a way of putting up with it. it’s just part and parcel of the job.”
Anderson said that after all the talk during the Lord’s Test, the aim here was to “shut the noise” and focus on the job. India took a 1-0 lead at Lord’s riding on the tail-enders’ brave display with the bat followed by their excellent bowling.
“We have made a conscious effort of trying to just focus on us, on what we do well and try and ignore everything else, the outside noise or wherever there might be going on, and make sure there’s a real focus on what we do well,” the fast bowler signed off.
(With PTI inputs)
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]]>It’s a big moment for all of us and I wish the team all the very best as they have worked very hard for two years to get to this position and I am sure they will be at top of the game,” Ganguly told ANI.
“Our team is a very balanced team. They bat till the end you have seen it during the Australian tour also they are a very solid team, hopefully, they will play to their potential. The quality of players which are there is fantastic and they have done wonderfully well over the years to come up to this position,” he added.
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]]>India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja posted a picture of him practicing in the nets. ” Ready for the World Test Championship Final,” Jadeja captioned on his Instagram post. He scored a half-century in the intra-squad practice match. Last time when Jadeja played in England that was against New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup semi-final where he scored 77 runs under a pressure situation.
The 32-years-old is just 46 runs away from getting into an elusive list of players like Ravichandran Ashwin, Harbhajan Singh, Kapil Dev, and Anil Kumble, who had scored 2000 runs and took more than 200 wickets in Test cricket.
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