The image of MS Dhoni heaving a delivery off Nuwan Kulasekara for a massive six as India won the ICC World Cup 2011 has been itched in the memory of every cricket fan around the world. 

Dhoni was the captain of the Indian cricket team which won the World Cup after 28 years and his innings of 91 in the final along with Gautam Gambhir’s 97 was instrumental in clinching the win for his side.

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On the 11th anniversary of the victory, Dhoni celebrated the occasion with his Chennai Super Kings teammates as they cut a cake amidst the celebrations. Eric Simmons, who was a part of the backroom staff for Team India in 2011, also took part in the celebrations along with MS Dhoni.<o:p></o:p>

Earlier in the day, Yuvraj Singh took to Instagram to reminisce about the day when India became world champions in 2011. In his post, he said that he is proud to be a part of the 2011 World Cup-winning team and that the victory in the final was not just a win but it was also a dream of a billion Indians getting fulfilled.

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Yuvraj wrote - "This wasn’t just a world cup victory - this was the dream of a billion Indians being fulfilled Proud to be a part of this team that wanted to win the cup for the entire country and for a very special person @sachintendulkar. Nothing can match the pride of wearing the tricolour and bringing glory to the nation."<o:p></o:p>

Ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Dhoni stepped down as the CSK captain and he was replaced by Ravindra Jadeja. The veteran has started the campaign well with 65 runs from two games but CSK have not won a single game till now.<o:p></o:p>

The image of MS Dhoni heaving a delivery off Nuwan Kulasekara for a massive six as India won the ICC World Cup 2011 has been itched in the memory of every cricket fan around the world.

The image of MS Dhoni heaving a delivery off Nuwan Kulasekara for a massive six as India won the ICC World Cup 2011 has been itched in the memory of every cricket fan around the world. Dhoni was the captain of the Indian cricket team which won the World Cup after 28 years and his innings of 91 in the final along with Gautam Gambhir’s 97 was instrumental in clinching the win for his side. 🗓 2nd April 📍 Marine Drive, Mumbai#11Since11 with the Tha1⃣1⃣ and the SuperFam.! #WhistlePodu #Yellove #SavourTheMoment 💛🦁 pic.twitter.com/Z8nIKX9jRj — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 2, 2022 × 👀 & 🧊 on the sweet Victory.! #11since11 #WhistlePodu 💛🦁 pic.twitter.com/mSWg9Al23i — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 2, 2022 × On the 11th anniversary of the victory, Dhoni celebrated the occasion with his Chennai Super Kings teammates as they cut a cake amidst the celebrations. Eric Simmons, who was a part of the backroom staff for Team India in 2011, also took part in the celebrations along with MS Dhoni. Earlier in the day, Yuvraj Singh took to Instagram to reminisce about the day when India became world champions in 2011. In his post, he said that he is proud to be a part of the 2011 World Cup-winning team and that the victory in the final was not just a win but it was also a dream of a billion Indians getting fulfilled. Also read | Updated IPL 2022 points table after Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians clash Yuvraj wrote - "This wasn’t just a world cup victory - this was the dream of a billion Indians being fulfilled Proud to be a part of this team that wanted to win the cup for the entire country and for a very special person @sachintendulkar. Nothing can match the pride of wearing the tricolour and bringing glory to the nation." Ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Dhoni stepped down as the CSK captain and he was replaced by Ravindra Jadeja. The veteran has started the campaign well with 65 runs from two games but CSK have not won a single game till now.

MS Dhoni celebrates anniversary of ICC World Cup 2011 win with CSK teammates

Mahmudul Hasan Joy made his maiden test century - and the highest score for Bangladesh by almost a hundred runs - against South Africa on Saturday, as he launched a fightback for the tourists on day three of the first Test at Kingsmead.

Mahmudul struck a patient 137 from 326 balls and was the last man out as Bangladesh posted 298 in their first innings.

South Africa have a 75-run lead after they went to the close for six without loss in their second turn to bat before bad light brought a premature end to the day.

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Home openers Sarel Erwee and Dean Elgar will hope to score quick runs on the fourth morning to put South Africa in a position to declare and then aim to bowl the visitors out again. Both are three not out.

Bangladesh had begun the day on 98 for four and quickly lost nightwatchman Taskin Ahmed (1) as he became the first test wicket on debut for home seamer Lizaad Williams (3-54), caught at the second attempt at slip by Wiaan Mulder.

But Mahmudul and Litton Das (41) put on 82 for the sixth wicket as South Africa missed chances in the field, before the latter was bowled by Williams.

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Mehidy Hasan Miraz (29) was involved in another partnership of 51 for the eighth wicket as the visitors frustrated their hosts, but the innings was ended when Mahmudul edged the impressive Williams to Simon Harmer at slip as he tried to up the scoring rate.

Off-spinner Harmer (4-103) was the most successful home bowler in his first test in seven years as South Africa were forced to make a number of changes to their regular side due to having five players away in the Indian Premier League and fast bowler Anrich Nortje injured.

The second and final test will be played at St George’s Park in Gqeberha from Thursday.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy made his maiden test century - and the highest score for Bangladesh by almost a hundred runs - against South Africa on Saturday, as he launched a fightback for the tourists on day three of the first Test at Kingsmead.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy made his maiden test century - and the highest score for Bangladesh by almost a hundred runs - against South Africa on Saturday, as he launched a fightback for the tourists on day three of the first Test at Kingsmead. Mahmudul struck a patient 137 from 326 balls and was the last man out as Bangladesh posted 298 in their first innings. South Africa have a 75-run lead after they went to the close for six without loss in their second turn to bat before bad light brought a premature end to the day. ALSO READ: Tom Latham breaks Sachin Tendulkar's 24-year-old record with ton against Netherlands Home openers Sarel Erwee and Dean Elgar will hope to score quick runs on the fourth morning to put South Africa in a position to declare and then aim to bowl the visitors out again. Both are three not out. Bangladesh had begun the day on 98 for four and quickly lost nightwatchman Taskin Ahmed (1) as he became the first test wicket on debut for home seamer Lizaad Williams (3-54), caught at the second attempt at slip by Wiaan Mulder. But Mahmudul and Litton Das (41) put on 82 for the sixth wicket as South Africa missed chances in the field, before the latter was bowled by Williams. ALSO READ: Women's WC Final: England look for title defence as undefeated Australia gears up for seventh championship Mehidy Hasan Miraz (29) was involved in another partnership of 51 for the eighth wicket as the visitors frustrated their hosts, but the innings was ended when Mahmudul edged the impressive Williams to Simon Harmer at slip as he tried to up the scoring rate. Off-spinner Harmer (4-103) was the most successful home bowler in his first test in seven years as South Africa were forced to make a number of changes to their regular side due to having five players away in the Indian Premier League and fast bowler Anrich Nortje injured. The second and final test will be played at St George’s Park in Gqeberha from Thursday.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy's century propels Bangladesh to 298 as South Africa end Day 3 of 1st Test with 75-run lead

New Zealand cricketer Tom Latham was at his destructive best on Saturday as he slammed a brilliant 140 not out off just 123 deliveries against Netherlands during their ODI series in Hamilton.<o:p></o:p>

The Kiwis were struggling at 89/6 after 23 overs but Latham played a perfect captain’s innings to take them to 264/9 and the hosts were able to win the match by 118 runs to clinch the series.

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Latham’s impressive knock comprised on ten boundaries and five massive sixes.<o:p></o:p>

Thanks to this knock, Latham broke the record of the highest individual ODI score made by a player on his birthday. The record previously belonged to Indian cricket team legend Sachin Tendulkar who played an innings of 134 on his birthday back in 1998 against Australia in Sharjah.<o:p></o:p>

Latham, who turned 30 on April 2, also went past compatriot Ross Taylor who celebrated his 27th birthday by hitting 131 against Pakistan during the 2011 ICC World Cup in Pallekele, Sri Lanka.

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The two other batsmen to achieve this feat are – Sanath Jayasuriya who scored 130 against Bangladesh in the 2008 Asia Cup and Vinod Kambli who scored 100 against England in 1993.<o:p></o:p>

Latham found support from Doug Bracewell down the order as he kept his wicket intact on the other end and scored 41 off 51 deliveries as Latham wreaked havoc. Michael Bracewell was the pick of the New Zealand bowlers took three wickets while Kylie Jameson and Ish Sodhi took two each as Netherlands were bundled out for just 146. <o:p></o:p>

New Zealand cricketer Tom Latham was at his destructive best on Saturday as he slammed a brilliant 140 not out off just 123 deliveries against Netherlands during their ODI series in Hamilton.

New Zealand cricketer Tom Latham was at his destructive best on Saturday as he slammed a brilliant 140 not out off just 123 deliveries against Netherlands during their ODI series in Hamilton. The Kiwis were struggling at 89/6 after 23 overs but Latham played a perfect captain’s innings to take them to 264/9 and the hosts were able to win the match by 118 runs to clinch the series. Also read | Rohit Sharma reacts as Mumbai Indians lose 2nd game in a row in IPL 2022 Latham’s impressive knock comprised on ten boundaries and five massive sixes. Thanks to this knock, Latham broke the record of the highest individual ODI score made by a player on his birthday. The record previously belonged to Indian cricket team legend Sachin Tendulkar who played an innings of 134 on his birthday back in 1998 against Australia in Sharjah. Latham, who turned 30 on April 2, also went past compatriot Ross Taylor who celebrated his 27th birthday by hitting 131 against Pakistan during the 2011 ICC World Cup in Pallekele, Sri Lanka. Also read | Updated IPL 2022 points table after Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians clash The two other batsmen to achieve this feat are – Sanath Jayasuriya who scored 130 against Bangladesh in the 2008 Asia Cup and Vinod Kambli who scored 100 against England in 1993. Latham found support from Doug Bracewell down the order as he kept his wicket intact on the other end and scored 41 off 51 deliveries as Latham wreaked havoc. Michael Bracewell was the pick of the New Zealand bowlers took three wickets while Kylie Jameson and Ish Sodhi took two each as Netherlands were bundled out for just 146.

Tom Latham breaks Sachin Tendulkar's 24-year-old record with ton against Netherlands

Liverpool leapfrogged champions Manchester City to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 win over Watford at Anfield on Saturday thanks to a first-half header by Diogo Jota and a late Fabinho penalty.

The hosts grabbed the lead moments after goalkeeper Alisson Becker denied Watford's Juraj Kucka with a sharp save, as Jota timed his run to perfection at the other end and nodded in a cross from Joe Gomez in the 22nd minute.

It was Portuguese forward Jota`s 14th league goal and 20th in all competitions this season, and the 25-year-old could have added to his tally shortly afterwards but for goalkeeper Ben Foster, who saved his effort from close range.

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Substitute Fabinho made sure of the three points in the 89th minute by blasting his spot-kick into the top corner after the Video Assistant Referee spotted a foul by Kucka on Jota in the penalty area.

The result meant Liverpool have 72 points from 30 matches, two points more than City ahead of the two sides'&nbsp;blockbuster clash next weekend. Pep Guardiola's men can reclaim their lead and a one-point advantage if they beat Burnley later on Saturday.

Former Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson's relegation-threatened Watford pushed for an equaliser in the second half but could not prevent the home side from wrapping up a 10th straight league victory. Watford remain 18th with 22 points.

Liverpool leapfrogged champions Manchester City to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 win over Watford at Anfield on Saturday thanks to a first-half header by Diogo Jota and a late Fabinho penalty.

Liverpool leapfrogged champions Manchester City to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 win over Watford at Anfield on Saturday thanks to a first-half header by Diogo Jota and a late Fabinho penalty. The hosts grabbed the lead moments after goalkeeper Alisson Becker denied Watford's Juraj Kucka with a sharp save, as Jota timed his run to perfection at the other end and nodded in a cross from Joe Gomez in the 22nd minute. It was Portuguese forward Jota`s 14th league goal and 20th in all competitions this season, and the 25-year-old could have added to his tally shortly afterwards but for goalkeeper Ben Foster, who saved his effort from close range. ALSO READ: Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick hits back at Louis van Gaal over 'commercial club' comment Substitute Fabinho made sure of the three points in the 89th minute by blasting his spot-kick into the top corner after the Video Assistant Referee spotted a foul by Kucka on Jota in the penalty area. The result meant Liverpool have 72 points from 30 matches, two points more than City ahead of the two sides' blockbuster clash next weekend. Pep Guardiola's men can reclaim their lead and a one-point advantage if they beat Burnley later on Saturday. Former Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson's relegation-threatened Watford pushed for an equaliser in the second half but could not prevent the home side from wrapping up a 10th straight league victory. Watford remain 18th with 22 points.

Premier League: Liverpool leapfrog Manchester City to top of the table with 2-0 win over Watford

IPL 2022: Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 23 runs to extend winning run

Hardik Pandya made his long-awaited return to bowling after recovering from an injury during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 encounter between Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants.<o:p></o:p>

Hardik was unable to take a wicket in the four overs and he ended up conceding 37 runs at an economy rate of 9.25. However, his return earned him a lot of praise from former India cricketers Suresh Raina and Irfan Pathan who described it as a good sign for him and the national team.

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“The way Hardik Pandya has made his comeback, is commendable. In a player’s return from injury, his family, especially, his wife has to play the most important role and we could see the happiness on his wife’s face when he was bowling. His elder brother Krunal has also played a major role in Hardik’s recovery and gave him all the confidence he needed. Hardik is looking fit and he’s also generating decent pace with the ball, these are good signs for Gujarat Titans,” Raina said during an episode of the show ‘Cricket Live’ on Star Sports according to a report on IANS. <o:p></o:p>

According to the report, Pathan also praised Pandya for his captaincy as well and said that his bowling return will make things more interesting for him and also his franchise.

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“The best thing about Hardik is that he’s once again started bowling. You can see that he’s not trying to bend a lot while releasing the ball, which means he’s not putting a lot of strain on his back.<o:p></o:p>

“There might be a slight dip in his pace due to this but bowling two-three good overs at the start will give him the confidence to do well. If Hardik Pandya the batter and Pandya the bowler does well, then Pandya the captain will eventually do well. He’s looking to leave the disappointments of the previous season behind and make a fresh start,” Pathan was quoted as saying in the report.<o:p></o:p>

Hardik Pandya made his long-awaited return to bowling after recovering from an injury during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 encounter between Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants.

Hardik Pandya made his long-awaited return to bowling after recovering from an injury during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 encounter between Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants. Hardik was unable to take a wicket in the four overs and he ended up conceding 37 runs at an economy rate of 9.25. However, his return earned him a lot of praise from former India cricketers Suresh Raina and Irfan Pathan who described it as a good sign for him and the national team. Also read | Buttler hits first ton of IPL 2022 for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians “The way Hardik Pandya has made his comeback, is commendable. In a player’s return from injury, his family, especially, his wife has to play the most important role and we could see the happiness on his wife’s face when he was bowling. His elder brother Krunal has also played a major role in Hardik’s recovery and gave him all the confidence he needed. Hardik is looking fit and he’s also generating decent pace with the ball, these are good signs for Gujarat Titans,” Raina said during an episode of the show ‘Cricket Live’ on Star Sports according to a report on IANS. According to the report, Pathan also praised Pandya for his captaincy as well and said that his bowling return will make things more interesting for him and also his franchise. Also read | Wanted to win it for Sachin: Yuvraj recalls India's 2011 World Cup triumph “The best thing about Hardik is that he’s once again started bowling. You can see that he’s not trying to bend a lot while releasing the ball, which means he’s not putting a lot of strain on his back. “There might be a slight dip in his pace due to this but bowling two-three good overs at the start will give him the confidence to do well. If Hardik Pandya the batter and Pandya the bowler does well, then Pandya the captain will eventually do well. He’s looking to leave the disappointments of the previous season behind and make a fresh start,” Pathan was quoted as saying in the report.

'Good signs for Gujarat Titans': Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan hail Hardik Pandya's bowling comeback

The debutants Gujarat Titans started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 campaign on a positive note as they defeated Lucknow Super Giants in their opening encounter. Mohammed Shami was the pick of the bowlers while Rahul Tewatia and David Miller made the run chase look easy for their side.<o:p></o:p>

Shami was at his best as he claimed the wickets of KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock and Manish Pandey to put the opponents on the back foot. However, Lucknow Super Giants fought back with the duo of Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni scoring half centuries to take them to a competitive total.

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In reply, Matthew Wade and Hardik Pandya failed to capitalise on good starts and it fell on David Miller and Rahul Tewatia to guide them to their first IPL win with a late onslaught.<o:p></o:p>

Shubman Gill will be looking to score big after disappointing in the first game as he is expected to open the batting on Saturday with Matthew Wade. Vijay Shankar and Hardik Pandya will retain their positions with David Miller, Rahul Tewatia and Abhinav Manohar making up their middle order.

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In the bowling department, the onus will once again fall on Mohammed Shami and Rashid Khan to provide quick wickets and they will be receiving help from Lockie Ferguson and Varun Aaron. While Aaron took two wickets against Lucknow, Ferguson will be looking for his first wicket this season.<o:p></o:p>

Gujarat Titans predicted XI: Shubman Gill, Matthew Wade, Vijay Shankar, Hardik Pandya, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Varun Aaron, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Shami<o:p></o:p>

The debutants Gujarat Titans started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 campaign on a positive note as they defeated Lucknow Super Giants in their opening encounter.

The debutants Gujarat Titans started their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 campaign on a positive note as they defeated Lucknow Super Giants in their opening encounter. Mohammed Shami was the pick of the bowlers while Rahul Tewatia and David Miller made the run chase look easy for their side. Shami was at his best as he claimed the wickets of KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock and Manish Pandey to put the opponents on the back foot. However, Lucknow Super Giants fought back with the duo of Deepak Hooda and Ayush Badoni scoring half centuries to take them to a competitive total. Also read | Buttler hits first ton of IPL 2022 for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians In reply, Matthew Wade and Hardik Pandya failed to capitalise on good starts and it fell on David Miller and Rahul Tewatia to guide them to their first IPL win with a late onslaught. Shubman Gill will be looking to score big after disappointing in the first game as he is expected to open the batting on Saturday with Matthew Wade. Vijay Shankar and Hardik Pandya will retain their positions with David Miller, Rahul Tewatia and Abhinav Manohar making up their middle order. Also read | Umesh Yadav breaks two IPL records with four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings In the bowling department, the onus will once again fall on Mohammed Shami and Rashid Khan to provide quick wickets and they will be receiving help from Lockie Ferguson and Varun Aaron. While Aaron took two wickets against Lucknow, Ferguson will be looking for his first wicket this season. Gujarat Titans predicted XI: Shubman Gill, Matthew Wade, Vijay Shankar, Hardik Pandya, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Varun Aaron, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Shami

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Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz continued his sensational play on Friday to beat defending champion Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(5) 7-6(2) and set up a Miami Open final against Casper Ruud, who ended the dream run of Francisco Cerundolo with a 6-4 6-1 win earlier.

For the second night Alcaraz electrified the fans at Hard Rock Stadium with his feisty and fearless play and the 18-year-old will now look to become the tournament's youngest-ever champion on Sunday against world number eight Ruud.

"I will try to play like it's the first round to mask the nerves," said Alcaraz, who beat Ruud in straight sets in their only previous meeting in Marbella, Spain, last year.

"I think I'm going to enjoy it and it will be a great final."

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In the first set, Alcaraz erased a breakpoint while trailing 3-4 with one of his trademark drop shots and later blasted an exquisite backhand passing shot to send the first set to a tiebreak.

In the breaker, Alcaraz rallied from a 5-3 deficit and won it when Hurkacz's volley found the net, leading the hard-hitting Pole to the throw his racket to the court in frustration.

Alcaraz saved two break points at 5-5 in the second set with help from a flurry of unforced errors by Hurkacz and in the second breaker, delivered yet another perfectly executed drop shot to set up match point.

He sealed the win when Hurkacz's stab volley went into the net to the delight of the crowd on a hot and humid night under the lights in Florida.

Alcaraz will face Ruud in the final after the Norwegian beat Cerundolo in their semi-final during the day.

Ruud converted a late breakpoint to capture the opening set after nerves appeared to come into play for world number 103 Cerundolo, who was featured in his first Masters 1000 tournament main draw.

Ruud, who like the Argentine is 23, fended off four break points early in the second set and broke Cerundolo with a drop shot for a 3-1 lead he would not relinquish.

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Ruud thumped his sixth ace on match point to reach his first final at a Masters 1000 event.

"It was quite a tough match even though the scoreline said two straight sets," said Ruud, who was known as a clay court specialist before excelling on hard courts this year.

"It was a physical match. The conditions here were very, very humid today. I was lucky I was able to pull through and didn't need to play a third set."

Despite the loss, the tournament was a breakthrough for Cerundolo, who is projected to rise to world number 51 when new rankings are released next week.

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz continued his sensational play on Friday to beat defending champion Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(5) 7-6(2) and set up a Miami Open final against Casper Ruud, who ended the dream run of Francisco Cerundolo with a 6-4 6-1 win earlier.

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz continued his sensational play on Friday to beat defending champion Hubert Hurkacz 7-6(5) 7-6(2) and set up a Miami Open final against Casper Ruud, who ended the dream run of Francisco Cerundolo with a 6-4 6-1 win earlier. For the second night Alcaraz electrified the fans at Hard Rock Stadium with his feisty and fearless play and the 18-year-old will now look to become the tournament's youngest-ever champion on Sunday against world number eight Ruud. "I will try to play like it's the first round to mask the nerves," said Alcaraz, who beat Ruud in straight sets in their only previous meeting in Marbella, Spain, last year. "I think I'm going to enjoy it and it will be a great final." ALSO READ: Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios fined $35,000 for Miami Open violations In the first set, Alcaraz erased a breakpoint while trailing 3-4 with one of his trademark drop shots and later blasted an exquisite backhand passing shot to send the first set to a tiebreak. In the breaker, Alcaraz rallied from a 5-3 deficit and won it when Hurkacz's volley found the net, leading the hard-hitting Pole to the throw his racket to the court in frustration. Alcaraz saved two break points at 5-5 in the second set with help from a flurry of unforced errors by Hurkacz and in the second breaker, delivered yet another perfectly executed drop shot to set up match point. He sealed the win when Hurkacz's stab volley went into the net to the delight of the crowd on a hot and humid night under the lights in Florida. Alcaraz will face Ruud in the final after the Norwegian beat Cerundolo in their semi-final during the day. Ruud converted a late breakpoint to capture the opening set after nerves appeared to come into play for world number 103 Cerundolo, who was featured in his first Masters 1000 tournament main draw. Ruud, who like the Argentine is 23, fended off four break points early in the second set and broke Cerundolo with a drop shot for a 3-1 lead he would not relinquish. ALSO READ: Miami Open: Iga Swiatek runs down Petra Kvitova to enter semis, Casper Ruud stuns Alexander Zverev Ruud thumped his sixth ace on match point to reach his first final at a Masters 1000 event. "It was quite a tough match even though the scoreline said two straight sets," said Ruud, who was known as a clay court specialist before excelling on hard courts this year. "It was a physical match. The conditions here were very, very humid today. I was lucky I was able to pull through and didn't need to play a third set." Despite the loss, the tournament was a breakthrough for Cerundolo, who is projected to rise to world number 51 when new rankings are released next week.

Miami Open: Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz defeats defending champion Hubert Hurkacz, to face Ruud in final

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja is all set to table a proposal for a four-nation tournament involving India at the upcoming ICC Board Meeting but the BCCI is unlikely to play ball.

As per the current ICC rule, a member board can host a tri-nation tournament at the most as only the global body has the right to organize an event which involves more than three countries.

But Ramiz's 'white-paper' proposes that ICC run the tournament annually with a projected revenue of USD 750 million for the parent body from media rights and other commercial activities.

India have been pencilled as one of the four participating sides in the four-Nations T20 Super League Series proposal, which Ramiz plans to table at the April 10 ICC Board meeting in Dubai.

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Australia and England are the other participating sides in the proposal, which, if goes through, will see the Asian neighbours compete at the highest level on an annual basis.

The event host, the concept (white) paper says, will be decided amongst the four participants, with each participating side to stage the tournament on a rotation basis with ICC like its other global events running the tournament.

However, it has been learnt that BCCI is unlikely to relent.

"Our Futures Tours &amp; Programme (FTP) is packed. Also the fact that there are lot of factors and as of now, there is no change in policy of playing them at ICC events. Also, we don't think ICC will be ready to organize a four-nation and Raja's proposal will be turned down," a senior BCCI official said.

India and Pakistan have played each other only in ICC or ACC events since 2012 when the last bilateral white-ball series was held.

Recently, BCCI secretary Jay Shah had stated in an interview to a foreign news agency that board is currently more focussed on honouring its bilateral commitments.

"The calender is choc-a-bloc and also we need to keep players physical and mental health in mind with so much of cricket being played,' the official said.

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According to proposal prepared by Ramiz, "the quadrangular series will be played on a single-league basis around September/October, which is a low cricket period due to the eve of cricket seasons in Australia, India and Pakistan, and the tail-end of the cricket season in England.

"The proposal suggests a potential revenue of USD 750 million, which the PCB boss wants to be distributed amongst the participating nations and other ICC members through a distribution model," a PCB source told PTI.

While Ramiz wants ICC to be the organizers of such an event, PCB sources feel that it will in no way undermine the global events.

"It is not an attempt to undermine the ICC Events or the ICC Events Cycle. The ICC tried the Super Series in 2005, so there is no harm in testing waters for another event," the source said.

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja is all set to table a proposal for a four-nation tournament involving India at the upcoming ICC Board Meeting but the BCCI is unlikely to play ball.

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ramiz Raja is all set to table a proposal for a four-nation tournament involving India at the upcoming ICC Board Meeting but the BCCI is unlikely to play ball. As per the current ICC rule, a member board can host a tri-nation tournament at the most as only the global body has the right to organize an event which involves more than three countries. But Ramiz's 'white-paper' proposes that ICC run the tournament annually with a projected revenue of USD 750 million for the parent body from media rights and other commercial activities. India have been pencilled as one of the four participating sides in the four-Nations T20 Super League Series proposal, which Ramiz plans to table at the April 10 ICC Board meeting in Dubai. ALSO READ: IPL 2022: Return of Lungi Ngidi? Delhi Capitals predicted XI against Gujarat Titans Australia and England are the other participating sides in the proposal, which, if goes through, will see the Asian neighbours compete at the highest level on an annual basis. The event host, the concept (white) paper says, will be decided amongst the four participants, with each participating side to stage the tournament on a rotation basis with ICC like its other global events running the tournament. However, it has been learnt that BCCI is unlikely to relent. "Our Futures Tours & Programme (FTP) is packed. Also the fact that there are lot of factors and as of now, there is no change in policy of playing them at ICC events. Also, we don't think ICC will be ready to organize a four-nation and Raja's proposal will be turned down," a senior BCCI official said. India and Pakistan have played each other only in ICC or ACC events since 2012 when the last bilateral white-ball series was held. Recently, BCCI secretary Jay Shah had stated in an interview to a foreign news agency that board is currently more focussed on honouring its bilateral commitments. "The calender is choc-a-bloc and also we need to keep players physical and mental health in mind with so much of cricket being played,' the official said. ALSO READ: WATCH: Commentators in splits as Babar Azam celebrates century while still on 99 in 2nd ODI vs Australia According to proposal prepared by Ramiz, "the quadrangular series will be played on a single-league basis around September/October, which is a low cricket period due to the eve of cricket seasons in Australia, India and Pakistan, and the tail-end of the cricket season in England. "The proposal suggests a potential revenue of USD 750 million, which the PCB boss wants to be distributed amongst the participating nations and other ICC members through a distribution model," a PCB source told PTI. While Ramiz wants ICC to be the organizers of such an event, PCB sources feel that it will in no way undermine the global events. "It is not an attempt to undermine the ICC Events or the ICC Events Cycle. The ICC tried the Super Series in 2005, so there is no harm in testing waters for another event," the source said.

PCB chairman Ramiz Raja set to table proposal for four-nation tournament involving India, Pakistan at ICC Meet

As Australia and England prepare to clash in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final at the Hagley Oval on Sunday, it's indeed an irony that despite having won 10 of the previous 11 World Cups between them, the two sides will face off in the title round for the first time in 34 years. 
 
Australia have won six World Cups, while England have bagged four, and the two teams have a lot at stake, given that the Meg Lanning-led side would be in search of a record-extending seventh title, while England will look to defend their crown they won in 2017 at Lord's, defeating India. 
 
Australia have lost only one World Cup final. Back in 2000, at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln, hosts New Zealand defeated Australia by just four runs in one of the closest final encounters the tournament has ever seen. 
 
That year, England recorded their worst-ever World Cup finish of fifth before fighting back to take the trophy from Australia in 2009. That same year, England also claimed their first, and only, T20 World Cup as well as an Ashes victory.

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It is something that Australia are hoping to match 13 years later, as they already hold the T20 trophy having secured that on home soil in 2020 before the Ashes were sealed with two games to spare in February, but the one-day World Cup evades them. 
 
Australian vice-captain Rachael Haynes already has a winner's medal from 2013, and she is well on her way to a competition record -- the opening batter sits on 429 runs for the tournament, 27 behind Debbie Hockley of New Zealand`s all-time best set in 1997. 
 
That is not the only record that could be broken in the final. England cricketer Sophie Ecclestone has the chance to surpass Australian Lyn Fullston, whose haul of 23 wickets in 1982 remains the mark to beat. 
 
Ecclestone sits on 20 wickets having taken her maiden international five-wicket haul in the semifinal against South Africa ending on 6/36, the best figures by an England bowler in a World Cup. 
 
The left-arm spinner is emblematic of England`s journey in the World Cup, where she and her team didn't quite make an impact at the start but have peaked at exactly the right time. The 22-year-old started with her worst-ever figures in ODIs with none for 77 against Australia in the group stage, while England were on the verge of elimination after losing three games. 
 
Defeats to Australia, West Indies and South Africa saw England down and out, leaving the defending champions reeling, but wins against India, New Zealand, Pakistan and Bangladesh helped them book their place in the knockouts and set up a rematch of the 2017 semifinal with South Africa. 
 
England saw off the Proteas with ease to keep their hopes of a fifth title alive, and Ecclestone praised captain Heather Knight's leadership as she guided her side back from the brink.

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"Obviously we didn't start off great, I think the three from three losses wasn't great but to come back the way we have. I think Heather's a big part of this group and what we've achieved, so hopefully we can go out there on Sunday and do it for Heather," said Ecclestone. 
 
Knight has the chance to make history as the first England captain to guide her side to back-to-back titles, that day at Lord's in 2017 is still fresh in their minds. However, Australia's memories of five years ago are morale shattering. 
 
Meg Lanning's side was knocked out of the semifinal by the batting brilliance from India's Harmanpreet Kaur. And for fast bowler Megan Schutt, that result has led Australia to make a massive overhaul in terms of tactics. 
 
"That was a very long time ago. We're a very different team and when I see photos from the 11 that were on that field, it's almost a 180 flip. What that brought was a form of professionalism and accountability that we didn't have back then and now we have plans A through to F and that was the kick up the butt that we needed. As much as we can talk about that being a failure and whatnot, that actually created a really good dynasty for us and it`s nice five years later to finally be in a final," said Schutt.

As Australia and England prepare to clash in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final at the Hagley Oval on Sunday, it's indeed an irony that despite having won 10 of the previous 11 World Cups between them, the two sides will face off in the title round for the first time in 34 years.

As Australia and England prepare to clash in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final at the Hagley Oval on Sunday, it's indeed an irony that despite having won 10 of the previous 11 World Cups between them, the two sides will face off in the title round for the first time in 34 years. Australia have won six World Cups, while England have bagged four, and the two teams have a lot at stake, given that the Meg Lanning-led side would be in search of a record-extending seventh title, while England will look to defend their crown they won in 2017 at Lord's, defeating India. Australia have lost only one World Cup final. Back in 2000, at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln, hosts New Zealand defeated Australia by just four runs in one of the closest final encounters the tournament has ever seen. That year, England recorded their worst-ever World Cup finish of fifth before fighting back to take the trophy from Australia in 2009. That same year, England also claimed their first, and only, T20 World Cup as well as an Ashes victory. ALSO READ: India PM Narendra Modi extends best wishes to Team Australia for ICC Women's World Cup final It is something that Australia are hoping to match 13 years later, as they already hold the T20 trophy having secured that on home soil in 2020 before the Ashes were sealed with two games to spare in February, but the one-day World Cup evades them. Australian vice-captain Rachael Haynes already has a winner's medal from 2013, and she is well on her way to a competition record -- the opening batter sits on 429 runs for the tournament, 27 behind Debbie Hockley of New Zealand`s all-time best set in 1997. That is not the only record that could be broken in the final. England cricketer Sophie Ecclestone has the chance to surpass Australian Lyn Fullston, whose haul of 23 wickets in 1982 remains the mark to beat. Ecclestone sits on 20 wickets having taken her maiden international five-wicket haul in the semifinal against South Africa ending on 6/36, the best figures by an England bowler in a World Cup. The left-arm spinner is emblematic of England`s journey in the World Cup, where she and her team didn't quite make an impact at the start but have peaked at exactly the right time. The 22-year-old started with her worst-ever figures in ODIs with none for 77 against Australia in the group stage, while England were on the verge of elimination after losing three games. Defeats to Australia, West Indies and South Africa saw England down and out, leaving the defending champions reeling, but wins against India, New Zealand, Pakistan and Bangladesh helped them book their place in the knockouts and set up a rematch of the 2017 semifinal with South Africa. England saw off the Proteas with ease to keep their hopes of a fifth title alive, and Ecclestone praised captain Heather Knight's leadership as she guided her side back from the brink. ALSO READ: Yuvraj Singh recalls India's 2011 World Cup triumph: This was dream of billion Indians being fulfilled "Obviously we didn't start off great, I think the three from three losses wasn't great but to come back the way we have. I think Heather's a big part of this group and what we've achieved, so hopefully we can go out there on Sunday and do it for Heather," said Ecclestone. Knight has the chance to make history as the first England captain to guide her side to back-to-back titles, that day at Lord's in 2017 is still fresh in their minds. However, Australia's memories of five years ago are morale shattering. Meg Lanning's side was knocked out of the semifinal by the batting brilliance from India's Harmanpreet Kaur. And for fast bowler Megan Schutt, that result has led Australia to make a massive overhaul in terms of tactics. "That was a very long time ago. We're a very different team and when I see photos from the 11 that were on that field, it's almost a 180 flip. What that brought was a form of professionalism and accountability that we didn't have back then and now we have plans A through to F and that was the kick up the butt that we needed. As much as we can talk about that being a failure and whatnot, that actually created a really good dynasty for us and it`s nice five years later to finally be in a final," said Schutt.

Women's WC Final: England look for title defence as undefeated Australia gears up for seventh championship

Jos Buttler became the first batsman to score a century in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the England international dominated proceedings during the match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians on Saturday as he reached his second IPL century in just 66 deliveries.<o:p></o:p>

Buttler looked in sublime form from the very first over as he played the Mumbai Indians bowlers with absolute ease. He started confidently with a boundary off Jasprit Bumrah and a six off Daniel Sams but the third over saw the Rajasthan Royals score 20 runs against Basil Thampi.

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Buttler continued his onslaught with Murugan Ashwin going for a six and four off consecutive deliveries in the 10th over and enroute to his hundred, he slammed 11 fours and five sixes.<o:p></o:p>

The innings came to an end as Bumrah dismissed him with a toe-crushing yorker that rattled his stumps just four balls after reaching his hundred. During his innings, Buttler stitched together crucial partnerships with Sanju Samson (30 off 21 balls) and Shimron Hetmyer (35 off 14 balls).

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Buttler’s previous hundred came in 2021 when he scored 124 off 64 deliveries against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He also became the 16th batsman to score more than one hundreds in the IPL.<o:p></o:p>

Buttler’s heroics was able to take Rajasthan Royals to a competitive total of 193/8 but it could have been worse as Bumrah and Tymal Mills led the fightback for Mumbai Indians. Bumrah took three wickets for 17 in his four overs while Mills took two wickets in the final over to finish with 3/35.<o:p></o:p>

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Jos Buttler became the first batsman to score a century in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the England international dominated proceedings during the match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians on Saturday as he reached his second IPL century in just 66 deliveries.

Jos Buttler became the first batsman to score a century in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the England international dominated proceedings during the match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians on Saturday as he reached his second IPL century in just 66 deliveries. Buttler looked in sublime form from the very first over as he played the Mumbai Indians bowlers with absolute ease. He started confidently with a boundary off Jasprit Bumrah and a six off Daniel Sams but the third over saw the Rajasthan Royals score 20 runs against Basil Thampi. Also read | Umesh Yadav breaks two impressive records with four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings Buttler continued his onslaught with Murugan Ashwin going for a six and four off consecutive deliveries in the 10th over and enroute to his hundred, he slammed 11 fours and five sixes. The innings came to an end as Bumrah dismissed him with a toe-crushing yorker that rattled his stumps just four balls after reaching his hundred. During his innings, Buttler stitched together crucial partnerships with Sanju Samson (30 off 21 balls) and Shimron Hetmyer (35 off 14 balls). Also read | IPL 2022, Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Head-to-head record, trivia, stats and squads Buttler’s previous hundred came in 2021 when he scored 124 off 64 deliveries against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He also became the 16th batsman to score more than one hundreds in the IPL. Buttler’s heroics was able to take Rajasthan Royals to a competitive total of 193/8 but it could have been worse as Bumrah and Tymal Mills led the fightback for Mumbai Indians. Bumrah took three wickets for 17 in his four overs while Mills took two wickets in the final over to finish with 3/35.

Jos Buttler slams first century of IPL 2022 for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians

It has been a season of redemption for Umesh Yadav till now in the Indian Premier League. The India fast bowler was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders in the end stages of the mega auction and after playing just two games in last year’s tournament, he was not touted as a major threat.<o:p></o:p>

However, the 34-year-old has performed brilliantly for KKR this season and with eight wickets to his name, he currently wears the purple cap as the leading wicket-taker in the competition. Umesh was the pick of the bowlers once again on Friday as he claimed four scalps against Punjab Kings.

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The four-wicket haul meant that Umesh Yadav has taken 33 wickets against Punjab Kings in his IPL career – the most by any bowler against a single opponent. On Friday, he went past teammate Sunil Narine (32 against PBKS), Lasith Malinga (31 against Chennai Super Kings) and the tournament’s current leading all-time wicket taker Dwayne Bravo who has 31 wickets against Mumbai Indians.<o:p></o:p>

That was not the only record that Umesh claimed on Friday as he currently has the most number of ‘Player of the Match’ awards a single opposition. The fast bowler won his sixth POTM against Punjab Kings and went past ex-KKR all-rounder Yusuf Pathan who had 5 against Deccan Chargers.

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Umesh and fellow pace bowler Tim Southee were brilliant against Punjab Kings as they claimed a combined seven wickets to bundle out the opposition for 137. In reply, it was an Andre Russell show as the West Indies all-rounder slammed 70 off 31 deliveries to guide the team to victory.<o:p></o:p>

It has been a season of redemption for Umesh Yadav till now in the Indian Premier League. The India fast bowler was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders in the end stages of the mega auction and after playing just two games in last year’s tournament, he was not touted as a major threat.

It has been a season of redemption for Umesh Yadav till now in the Indian Premier League. The India fast bowler was picked by Kolkata Knight Riders in the end stages of the mega auction and after playing just two games in last year’s tournament, he was not touted as a major threat. However, the 34-year-old has performed brilliantly for KKR this season and with eight wickets to his name, he currently wears the purple cap as the leading wicket-taker in the competition. Umesh was the pick of the bowlers once again on Friday as he claimed four scalps against Punjab Kings. Also read | Return of Lungi Ngidi? Delhi Capitals predicted XI against Gujarat Titans The four-wicket haul meant that Umesh Yadav has taken 33 wickets against Punjab Kings in his IPL career – the most by any bowler against a single opponent. On Friday, he went past teammate Sunil Narine (32 against PBKS), Lasith Malinga (31 against Chennai Super Kings) and the tournament’s current leading all-time wicket taker Dwayne Bravo who has 31 wickets against Mumbai Indians. That was not the only record that Umesh claimed on Friday as he currently has the most number of ‘Player of the Match’ awards a single opposition. The fast bowler won his sixth POTM against Punjab Kings and went past ex-KKR all-rounder Yusuf Pathan who had 5 against Deccan Chargers. Also read | IPL 2022, Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals: Head-to-head, trivia and stats Umesh and fellow pace bowler Tim Southee were brilliant against Punjab Kings as they claimed a combined seven wickets to bundle out the opposition for 137. In reply, it was an Andre Russell show as the West Indies all-rounder slammed 70 off 31 deliveries to guide the team to victory.

IPL 2022: Umesh Yadav breaks two impressive records with four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings

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