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2nd T20I: Varma’s 72 not out takes India to thrilling two-wicket win over England

IANS | January 25, 2025 11:18 PM

Chennai, Jan 25 (IANS) Tilak Varma sealed the deal for India by hitting a brilliant 72 not out and taking the hosts to a thrilling two-wicket win over England in the second T20I at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Saturday. The nail-biting win also gave India a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. After restricting England to 165/5 in 20 overs, India were quick off the blocks but were soon reduced to 78/5, thanks to the visitors’ bowlers taking scalps with absolute rockets.

SA20 Season 3: With all-round show, Joe Root steers Paarl Royals into playoffs

IANS | January 25, 2025 10:54 PM

Paarl (South Africa), Jan 25 (IANS) England legend Joe Root struck a masterful 78 not out and claimed two wickets to steer the Paarl Royals into the SA20 playoffs at a fiercely hot Boland Park here on Saturday. Royals became the first team in Season 3 to qualify for the next stage of the competition after their 11-run victory over Pretoria Capitals. The Royals top the standings with 24 points.

ILT20 Season 3: Hales, Curran shine as Desert Vipers cruise to 8-wicket win vs Sharjah Warriorz

IANS | January 25, 2025 10:42 PM

Sharjah, Jan 25 (IANS) Alex Hales and Sam Curran powered the Desert Vipers to a commanding eight-wicket victory over the Sharjah Warriorz in the ILT20 Season 3, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium here on Saturday. Hales and Curran shared a stunning 128-run partnership off just 65 balls, which turned a modest chase of 152 into a one-sided affair. Hales smashed a 36-ball half-century while Curran followed with a blistering 33-ball fifty. The duo ensured the Vipers sealed the win in 14.5 overs to inch closer to the play-offs stage.

Ranji Trophy Round-Up: Venkatesh Iyer, Patidar shine for MP; Shankar’s heroics propel TN

IANS | January 25, 2025 6:34 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 25 (IANS) Former winner Madhya Pradesh asserted their dominance over Kerala in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C clash at the Greenfield International Stadium, setting the hosts a daunting target of 363 to win the match. Rajat Patidar and Venkatesh Iyer were the stars of the day, playing contrasting but equally impactful innings to steer their team to a commanding position.

Aravinda reflects on his iconic career, says Warne-Murali Trophy will be a challenging contest

IANS | January 25, 2025 6:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Former Sri Lanka cricketer, Aravinda de Silva, reflected on his iconic career, recounting his battles with Australia, his friendship with Shane Warne, and his optimism about Sri Lanka's cricketing future. De Silva emphasised how Australia’s competitive edge brought out the best in him, particularly in his unforgettable century at the Gabba and his all-round brilliance in the World Cup final.

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