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Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has refreshed the memories of the 2021 Test win for India in Brisbane as the two nations will once again lock horns later in the year. India, who beat Australia for the first time in 40&nbsp;years at the Gabba, saw Rishabh Pant play a match-winning knock as Ajinkya Rahane’s side won the series 2-1. The match that went down in the folklore of Indian cricketing history was recalled by Hayden during the CEAT Cricket Awards on Thursday.

<h2>Matthew Hayden recalls Rishabh Pant moment</h2>

"Guys like Rishabh Pant have got a muscle memory and the thirst for victory. He was such a key player last time he played there and the Australian public loved him as well, because of the nature of the way he played his game," Hayden said while speaking at the&nbsp;CEAT Cricket Awards on Thursday.

Playing at the Gabba, India needed 328 runs to win in the final innings of the final Test match of the series. With the series 1-1 and Australia having not lost at the Gabba for four decades against any opponent, Rishabh Pant was the architect of the win. He scored an unbeaten 89 and helped India to back-to-back series wins Down Under. According to Hayden, Rishabh’s innings was one of the best, which even the home supporters adored.

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India will take on Australia in the five-match Test series, which kickstarts on November 22, with Rohit Sharma and Co. keeping an eye on the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Both India and Australia occupy the top two spots in the standings and will therefore look to cement their place in next year’s final, which takes place in England.

<h2>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule</h2>

1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth

2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide

3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane

4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne

5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has refreshed the memories of the 2021 Test win for India in Brisbane as the two nations will once again lock horns later in the year.

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has refreshed the memories of the 2021 Test win for India in Brisbane as the two nations will once again lock horns later in the year. India, who beat Australia for the first time in 40 years at the Gabba, saw Rishabh Pant play a match-winning knock as Ajinkya Rahane’s side won the series 2-1. The match that went down in the folklore of Indian cricketing history was recalled by Hayden during the CEAT Cricket Awards on Thursday. Matthew Hayden recalls Rishabh Pant moment "Guys like Rishabh Pant have got a muscle memory and the thirst for victory. He was such a key player last time he played there and the Australian public loved him as well, because of the nature of the way he played his game," Hayden said while speaking at the CEAT Cricket Awards on Thursday. Playing at the Gabba, India needed 328 runs to win in the final innings of the final Test match of the series. With the series 1-1 and Australia having not lost at the Gabba for four decades against any opponent, Rishabh Pant was the architect of the win. He scored an unbeaten 89 and helped India to back-to-back series wins Down Under. According to Hayden, Rishabh’s innings was one of the best, which even the home supporters adored. ALSO READ | Eng vs SL: England pacer Chris Woakes not shying away from selection for overseas tours India will take on Australia in the five-match Test series, which kickstarts on November 22, with Rohit Sharma and Co. keeping an eye on the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Both India and Australia occupy the top two spots in the standings and will therefore look to cement their place in next year’s final, which takes place in England. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth 2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Matthew Hayden revisits Rishabh Pant's match-winning knock at Gabba

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is ready to make his mark in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as he opened up on his bowling stance while speaking on Thursday (Aug 22). Green, one of the ace all-rounders in the Aussie side, reckons he is ready to bowl in the red-ball format after struggling with&nbsp;injuries in the past. According to Green, he and Mitchell Marsh are good options for the side in the bowling department as they take on India in the five-match Test series.

<h2>Green ready for BGT</h2>

“Physically, I am in a really good place to be able to do that. We always laugh and joke between me and Mitch about who bowls those graveyard overs between the 70th and the 80th overs when the ball is not doing anything. We'll wait and see how we do it this summer,” the 25-year-old stated, dismissing any immediate plans to scale back his dual responsibilities.

Green will be ready to step up with both bat and ball as the series will have huge bearings on the World Test Championship (WTC) final qualification. Australia currently sit second in the WTC standings with eight wins in 12 matches and have lost three games in the cycle so far.

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Australia had a good last summer, having beaten Pakistan and then drawing against West Indies in two home series. They will rely heavily on the services of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood in the bowling department. The likes of Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne will have to come good with the bat if the Aussies are to win the BG Trophy in almost a decade.

<h2>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule</h2>

1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth

2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide

3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane

4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne

5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is ready to make his mark in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as he opened up on his bowling stance while speaking on Thursday (Aug 22).

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is ready to make his mark in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as he opened up on his bowling stance while speaking on Thursday (Aug 22). Green, one of the ace all-rounders in the Aussie side, reckons he is ready to bowl in the red-ball format after struggling with injuries in the past. According to Green, he and Mitchell Marsh are good options for the side in the bowling department as they take on India in the five-match Test series. Green ready for BGT “Physically, I am in a really good place to be able to do that. We always laugh and joke between me and Mitch about who bowls those graveyard overs between the 70th and the 80th overs when the ball is not doing anything. We'll wait and see how we do it this summer,” the 25-year-old stated, dismissing any immediate plans to scale back his dual responsibilities. Green will be ready to step up with both bat and ball as the series will have huge bearings on the World Test Championship (WTC) final qualification. Australia currently sit second in the WTC standings with eight wins in 12 matches and have lost three games in the cycle so far. ALSO READ | Eng vs SL: England pacer Chris Woakes not shying away from selection for overseas tours Australia had a good last summer, having beaten Pakistan and then drawing against West Indies in two home series. They will rely heavily on the services of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood in the bowling department. The likes of Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne will have to come good with the bat if the Aussies are to win the BG Trophy in almost a decade. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth 2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

India tour of Australia: Cameron Green ready to bowl during BGT, says 'I am in a really good place'

New Zealand Test captain Tim Southee lauded India pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the just-held CEAT Cricket Rating Award ceremony on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Mumbai. On the sidelines of the event, Southee lavished huge praise on Bumrah for making a successful international return after a long layoff, due to back surgery, and termed him 'tremendous' across formats.

Bumrah was out of cricketing action in late 2022 due to a recurrent back issue. He, thus, missed a plethora of series and returned before last year's home ODI World Cup, where he ended with 20 wickets (fourth-most). He has been in roaring form since then. The speedster claimed 19 scalps in the India versus England home Tests early this year and played a key role in the Rohit Sharma-led side's T20 WC title-winning run, in the West Indies and the USA, in June. Bumrah returned with the Player-of-the-Tournament award in the T20 WC, accounting for&nbsp;15&nbsp;scalps at an economy rate of 4.17.

<h2>'We are just seeing a great version of Jasprit Bumrah'</h2>

On the sidelines of&nbsp;the award ceremony, Southee said, "To be able to firstly bounce back from the major injury and come back, he's even better than what he was beforehand. Throw in on top of that, having to juggle multiple formats, can be difficult at times as well. He seems to have been able to do that with ease as well. He's probably more experienced and understands his game a bit more. He probably had that time where he was injured to come back and be recharged, refreshed."

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The New Zealander, who won the Men's T20I Bowler of the Year on Wednesday evening, added, "We are just seeing a great version (of Bumrah) across all three formats. He's brilliant across all three at the moment. I don't think there's anyone better than him, he is tremendous across all three (formats)."

Bumrah has been out of cricketing action since India's glorious win in the T20 WC final, beating South Africa by 7 runs at the Kensington Oval, Barbados on June 29. He wasn't part of India's white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, which officially saw&nbsp;Gautam Gambhir succeed Rahul Dravid as the head coach.

India is gearing up for their hectic home season, where they host Bangladesh and New Zealand later this year.

New Zealand Test captain Tim Southee lauded India pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the just-held CEAT Cricket Rating Award ceremony on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Mumbai. On the sidelines of the event, Southee lavished huge praise on Bumrah for making a successful international return after a long layoff, due to back surgery, and termed him 'tremendous' across formats.

New Zealand Test captain Tim Southee lauded India pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the just-held CEAT Cricket Rating Award ceremony on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Mumbai. On the sidelines of the event, Southee lavished huge praise on Bumrah for making a successful international return after a long layoff, due to back surgery, and termed him 'tremendous' across formats. Bumrah was out of cricketing action in late 2022 due to a recurrent back issue. He, thus, missed a plethora of series and returned before last year's home ODI World Cup, where he ended with 20 wickets (fourth-most). He has been in roaring form since then. The speedster claimed 19 scalps in the India versus England home Tests early this year and played a key role in the Rohit Sharma-led side's T20 WC title-winning run, in the West Indies and the USA, in June. Bumrah returned with the Player-of-the-Tournament award in the T20 WC, accounting for 15 scalps at an economy rate of 4.17. 'We are just seeing a great version of Jasprit Bumrah' On the sidelines of the award ceremony, Southee said, "To be able to firstly bounce back from the major injury and come back, he's even better than what he was beforehand. Throw in on top of that, having to juggle multiple formats, can be difficult at times as well. He seems to have been able to do that with ease as well. He's probably more experienced and understands his game a bit more. He probably had that time where he was injured to come back and be recharged, refreshed." Also read: There is a reason I won five IPL trophies: Rohit Sharma eager to keep 'winning' post T20 WC success The New Zealander, who won the Men's T20I Bowler of the Year on Wednesday evening, added, "We are just seeing a great version (of Bumrah) across all three formats. He's brilliant across all three at the moment. I don't think there's anyone better than him, he is tremendous across all three (formats)." Bumrah has been out of cricketing action since India's glorious win in the T20 WC final, beating South Africa by 7 runs at the Kensington Oval, Barbados on June 29. He wasn't part of India's white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, which officially saw Gautam Gambhir succeed Rahul Dravid as the head coach. India is gearing up for their hectic home season, where they host Bangladesh and New Zealand later this year.

'Don't think there's anyone better': Southee in awe of Bumrah, calls him 'tremendous' across formats

Chris Woakes has struggled to replicate his home form on England's overseas tours but the fast bowler said he is ready to answer the call if selected for tours of Pakistan and New Zealand later this year. Woakes has taken 127 wickets in 32 test matches on home soil but picked up just 36 wickets in 20 matches abroad. His last overseas tour was in 2022 and he was criticised for his performances in England's 4-0 drubbing in Australia during the 2021-22 Ashes.

England travel to Pakistan for a three-test series in October, before playing three matches in New Zealand in December. "I'll play for England where I'm picked to play for England. I certainly wouldn't rule myself out," Woakes, who took 3-32 on the first day of England's opening test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday, told reporters of the upcoming tours.

"The selectors will have their plans, but I'm certainly not going to turn down a tour if selected. "I haven't played an away test for a little while, but that might be a good thing because it can give you a fresh look on things. I wouldn't shy away from it."

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Woakes also said he has worked hard on his batting, which could boost his chances of selection. "That's a bonus, isn't it? It's certainly something which I've always worked on," said the 35-year-old, who has a batting average of 27.76. "I've put in some hard yards to make sure that I'm capable of doing that. "It's an extra string in the bow which allows you to potentially be selected ahead of someone else who maybe can't quite fulfil that role."

England trail Sri Lanka by 214 runs after day one of the first Test.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

Chris Woakes has struggled to replicate his home form on England's overseas tours but the fast bowler said he is ready to answer the call if selected for tours of Pakistan and New Zealand later this year.

Chris Woakes has struggled to replicate his home form on England's overseas tours but the fast bowler said he is ready to answer the call if selected for tours of Pakistan and New Zealand later this year. Woakes has taken 127 wickets in 32 test matches on home soil but picked up just 36 wickets in 20 matches abroad. His last overseas tour was in 2022 and he was criticised for his performances in England's 4-0 drubbing in Australia during the 2021-22 Ashes. England travel to Pakistan for a three-test series in October, before playing three matches in New Zealand in December. "I'll play for England where I'm picked to play for England. I certainly wouldn't rule myself out," Woakes, who took 3-32 on the first day of England's opening test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday, told reporters of the upcoming tours. "The selectors will have their plans, but I'm certainly not going to turn down a tour if selected. "I haven't played an away test for a little while, but that might be a good thing because it can give you a fresh look on things. I wouldn't shy away from it." Also read: Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Matthew Hayden refuses to pick India as favourite due to THIS batter's absence Woakes also said he has worked hard on his batting, which could boost his chances of selection. "That's a bonus, isn't it? It's certainly something which I've always worked on," said the 35-year-old, who has a batting average of 27.76. "I've put in some hard yards to make sure that I'm capable of doing that. "It's an extra string in the bow which allows you to potentially be selected ahead of someone else who maybe can't quite fulfil that role." England trail Sri Lanka by 214 runs after day one of the first Test. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Eng vs SL: England pacer Chris Woakes not shying away from selection for overseas tours

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden refused to pick a favourite between India and Australia for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024/25 edition, to be held later this year in Australia. Since the 2016/17 edition, India have not lost the BGT and Rohit Sharma-led side will be eager to make it three successive Test series win on Australian soil when they tour Down Under in the upcoming Aussie summer. Hayden, the former left-handed batter, didn't pick a favourite and stated that had Cheteshwar Pujara been a part of the Indian batting line-up, he would've given the edge to India.

On the sidelines of the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards, held in Mumbai on Wednesday (Aug 21), Hayden told PTI, ""You look at the lineups, and it's hard to really tell who has the edge. I sense that it's going to be runs that are going to be the point of difference. Guys that are sure bets have retired, like (Cheteshwar) Pujara was a sure bet in Australian conditions."

He further opined, "Was he exciting? No. Was he effective? Heck, yes. When you look back over the years, guys like Raul Dravid, VVS Laxman... they were really sure bets in our market. The best need to stand up in this series, runs are going to be at a premium."

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Notably, Pujara was the difference between both sides when Virat Kohli-led India created history by becoming the first-ever Asian side to win a Test series in Australia in 2018/19. The right-hander, who last played for India during the WTC 2023 final, ended as the Player-of-the-Series with 521 runs in four Tests at 74.42, including three centuries and one fifty.

In the 2020/21 BGT in Australia, Pujara once again played a valuable hand by scoring 271 runs at an average of 33.87 with three half-centuries. He was also among runs in the home Tests in the 2016/17 edition, with a best of 202.

Pujara, a veteran of 103 Tests, has 7,195 runs in the purest format, at an average of 43.60. He, however, hasn't been in India's scheme of things in Tests since mid-2023 and also not been named for the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament.&nbsp;

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden refused to pick a favourite between India and Australia for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024/25 edition, to be held later this year in Australia.

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden refused to pick a favourite between India and Australia for the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024/25 edition, to be held later this year in Australia. Since the 2016/17 edition, India have not lost the BGT and Rohit Sharma-led side will be eager to make it three successive Test series win on Australian soil when they tour Down Under in the upcoming Aussie summer. Hayden, the former left-handed batter, didn't pick a favourite and stated that had Cheteshwar Pujara been a part of the Indian batting line-up, he would've given the edge to India. On the sidelines of the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards, held in Mumbai on Wednesday (Aug 21), Hayden told PTI, ""You look at the lineups, and it's hard to really tell who has the edge. I sense that it's going to be runs that are going to be the point of difference. Guys that are sure bets have retired, like (Cheteshwar) Pujara was a sure bet in Australian conditions." He further opined, "Was he exciting? No. Was he effective? Heck, yes. When you look back over the years, guys like Raul Dravid, VVS Laxman... they were really sure bets in our market. The best need to stand up in this series, runs are going to be at a premium." Also read: There is a reason I won five IPL trophies: Rohit Sharma eager to keep 'winning' post T20 WC success Notably, Pujara was the difference between both sides when Virat Kohli-led India created history by becoming the first-ever Asian side to win a Test series in Australia in 2018/19. The right-hander, who last played for India during the WTC 2023 final, ended as the Player-of-the-Series with 521 runs in four Tests at 74.42, including three centuries and one fifty. In the 2020/21 BGT in Australia, Pujara once again played a valuable hand by scoring 271 runs at an average of 33.87 with three half-centuries. He was also among runs in the home Tests in the 2016/17 edition, with a best of 202. Pujara, a veteran of 103 Tests, has 7,195 runs in the purest format, at an average of 43.60. He, however, hasn't been in India's scheme of things in Tests since mid-2023 and also not been named for the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Matthew Hayden refuses to pick India as favourite due to THIS batter's absence

At the CEAT Awards, held in Mumbai on Wednesday (Aug 21), India's Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma won the&nbsp;Men's International Cricketer of the Year award. Post his win, Rohit lauded the 'three pillars', ex-head coach Rahul Dravid, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar and Secretary Jay Shah, for their constant support and labelled them as the reason behind India's historic 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, in June.&nbsp;

Post India's win in the T20 WC, held in West Indies and the USA, Rohit issued a warning to world cricket saying that he remains desperate to win more titles for India.

In the mega event, Rohit said, "It was my dream to transform this team and not worry too much about the stats, the results, to make sure that we create that environment where people can go out there and play freely without thinking too much. That is what was required. I got a lot of help from my three pillars, who are actually Mr Jay Shah, Mr Rahul Dravid (and the) chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar. That was very critical for me to do what I did and obviously not to forget the players, who came in at different points in time and helped the team to achieve what we achieved."

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Rohit further mentioned that he has won five IPL titles, as Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper, due to his hunger to keep winning. Hence, he warned world cricket that India will continue to improve and aim to win more ICC events. Hitman added, "There is a reason I won five IPL trophies. I'm not going to stop, because once you get the taste of winning games, winning Cups, you don't want to stop and we'll keep pushing as a team. We'll keep striving for better things in the future."

Under Rohit and Dravid, India won the 2024 T20 WC in Barbados on June 29, beating South Africa in a thrilling final. Post that, the Dravid-led coaching staff stepped aside as Gautam Gambhir took over as India's coach, until the 2027 ODI WC.

Talking about the next ICC event, India are now focused on the 2025 Champions Trophy, to be held in Pakistan early next year. Moreover, the Asian giants have a solid chance to once again enter the WTC final of the ongoing 2023-25 cycle. The finale will be held in June 2025.

At the CEAT Awards, held in Mumbai on Wednesday (Aug 21), India's Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma won the Men's International Cricketer of the Year award. Post his win, Rohit lauded the 'three pillars', ex-head coach Rahul Dravid, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar and Secretary Jay Shah, for their constant support and labelled them as the reason behind India's historic 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, in June.

At the CEAT Awards, held in Mumbai on Wednesday (Aug 21), India's Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma won the Men's International Cricketer of the Year award. Post his win, Rohit lauded the 'three pillars', ex-head coach Rahul Dravid, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar and Secretary Jay Shah, for their constant support and labelled them as the reason behind India's historic 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, in June. Post India's win in the T20 WC, held in West Indies and the USA, Rohit issued a warning to world cricket saying that he remains desperate to win more titles for India. In the mega event, Rohit said, "It was my dream to transform this team and not worry too much about the stats, the results, to make sure that we create that environment where people can go out there and play freely without thinking too much. That is what was required. I got a lot of help from my three pillars, who are actually Mr Jay Shah, Mr Rahul Dravid (and the) chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar. That was very critical for me to do what I did and obviously not to forget the players, who came in at different points in time and helped the team to achieve what we achieved." Also read: CEAT Cricket Awards: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid win big - Full list of awardees Rohit further mentioned that he has won five IPL titles, as Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper, due to his hunger to keep winning. Hence, he warned world cricket that India will continue to improve and aim to win more ICC events. Hitman added, "There is a reason I won five IPL trophies. I'm not going to stop, because once you get the taste of winning games, winning Cups, you don't want to stop and we'll keep pushing as a team. We'll keep striving for better things in the future." Under Rohit and Dravid, India won the 2024 T20 WC in Barbados on June 29, beating South Africa in a thrilling final. Post that, the Dravid-led coaching staff stepped aside as Gautam Gambhir took over as India's coach, until the 2027 ODI WC. Talking about the next ICC event, India are now focused on the 2025 Champions Trophy, to be held in Pakistan early next year. Moreover, the Asian giants have a solid chance to once again enter the WTC final of the ongoing 2023-25 cycle. The finale will be held in June 2025.

There is a reason I won five IPL trophies: Rohit Sharma eager to keep 'winning' post T20 WC success

Dhananjaya de Silva and debutant fast bowler Milan Rathnayake both made fine fifties as Sri Lanka recovered from a dramatic top-order collapse on the opening day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford Wednesday.

Sri Lanka were in dire straits at 6-3 after skipper De Silva won the toss, losing their first three wickets for no runs in 10 balls.

Yet they recovered to 236 all out, De Silva top-scoring with 74 and tailender Rathnayake, with only his third first-class fifty, close behind in making 72.

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The pair checked England's progress during an eighth-wicket partnership of 63, with no other Sri Lanka batsman making more than Kusal Mendis's 24.

Chris Woakes struck twice in an over on his way to 3-32 in 11 overs. &nbsp;

De Silva's impressive innings ended when he turned a quicker ball from off-spinner Shoaib Bashir straight to Dan Lawrence at leg slip, with the 20-year-old taking 3-55 in 23 overs.

Ben Duckett and Lawrence, recalled in place of the injured Zak Crawley, guided England to 22-0 before bad light ended play for the day at 5:52 pm (1652 GMT).

Sri Lanka's initial collapse ensured a dream start for stand-in England captain Ollie Pope, leading his country for the first time after Ben Stokes was ruled out with a torn hamstring.

The tourists came into their first Test in England in eight years on the back of just a solitary warm-up fixture -- a defeat by the second-string England Lions -- with De Silva insisting Tuesday that Sri Lanka had wanted at least one more game before the series started.

"The conditions are quite different to Asian countries," he said. "We wanted to play a few matches, but that's what we get."

<h2>Stunning slump</h2>

Sri Lanka's collapse began in the sixth over when Dimuth Karunaratne top-edged a hook off fast bowler Gus Atkinson to wicketkeeper Jamie Smith.

Woakes then took two wickets in the next over, with Nishan Madushka, the other opening batsman, driving loosely at an outswinger and edging to Joe Root at first slip as he fell for four.

Five balls later, Angelo Mathews was plumb lbw for a duck, playing no shot to a Woakes delivery that nipped back off the pitch.

Mendis was undone by express fast bowler Mark Wood, with Mendis gloving a superb 93 mph (150 km/h) delivery that reared up from short of a length to second slip.

De Silva, however, pulled Atkinson for a commanding four and completed an impressively quick fifty off just 56 balls.

He was reprieved on 65, when Smith missed a difficult stumping chance off Bashir, but was out shortly afterwards to leave Sri Lanka 176-8.

But the 28-year-old Rathnayake, undaunted by the loss of his skipper, went on to score a 96-ball fifty in style when the left-handed batsman drove Bashir for a straight six that also took Sri Lanka past 200.

With the floodlights piercing increasingly gloomy skies, Pope turned to part-time spinner Root in a bid to snatch a wicket at a time when deploying the fast bowlers might have seen the umpires halt play for bad light.

Rathnayake, however, responded by launching Root for six over long-off. He also drove Bashir through extra cover before hitting him to Woakes at mid-on.&nbsp;

Before play started, there was a minute's applause in honour of Graham Thorpe, the former England batsman and assistant coach, with both teams, as well as the match officials, wearing black armbands in his honour.

Thorpe died, aged 55, earlier this month after being hit by a train. His wife, Amanda, confirmed he had taken his own life after suffering from depression for several years.

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Dhananjaya de Silva and debutant fast bowler Milan Rathnayake both made fine fifties as Sri Lanka recovered from a dramatic top-order collapse on the opening day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford Wednesday.

Dhananjaya de Silva and debutant fast bowler Milan Rathnayake both made fine fifties as Sri Lanka recovered from a dramatic top-order collapse on the opening day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford Wednesday. Sri Lanka were in dire straits at 6-3 after skipper De Silva won the toss, losing their first three wickets for no runs in 10 balls. Yet they recovered to 236 all out, De Silva top-scoring with 74 and tailender Rathnayake, with only his third first-class fifty, close behind in making 72. Also Read: 'Focus has moved to...,' India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate reveals reason behind failure against spin The pair checked England's progress during an eighth-wicket partnership of 63, with no other Sri Lanka batsman making more than Kusal Mendis's 24. Chris Woakes struck twice in an over on his way to 3-32 in 11 overs. De Silva's impressive innings ended when he turned a quicker ball from off-spinner Shoaib Bashir straight to Dan Lawrence at leg slip, with the 20-year-old taking 3-55 in 23 overs. Ben Duckett and Lawrence, recalled in place of the injured Zak Crawley, guided England to 22-0 before bad light ended play for the day at 5:52 pm (1652 GMT). Sri Lanka's initial collapse ensured a dream start for stand-in England captain Ollie Pope, leading his country for the first time after Ben Stokes was ruled out with a torn hamstring. The tourists came into their first Test in England in eight years on the back of just a solitary warm-up fixture -- a defeat by the second-string England Lions -- with De Silva insisting Tuesday that Sri Lanka had wanted at least one more game before the series started. "The conditions are quite different to Asian countries," he said. "We wanted to play a few matches, but that's what we get." Stunning slump Sri Lanka's collapse began in the sixth over when Dimuth Karunaratne top-edged a hook off fast bowler Gus Atkinson to wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Woakes then took two wickets in the next over, with Nishan Madushka, the other opening batsman, driving loosely at an outswinger and edging to Joe Root at first slip as he fell for four. Five balls later, Angelo Mathews was plumb lbw for a duck, playing no shot to a Woakes delivery that nipped back off the pitch. Mendis was undone by express fast bowler Mark Wood, with Mendis gloving a superb 93 mph (150 km/h) delivery that reared up from short of a length to second slip. De Silva, however, pulled Atkinson for a commanding four and completed an impressively quick fifty off just 56 balls. He was reprieved on 65, when Smith missed a difficult stumping chance off Bashir, but was out shortly afterwards to leave Sri Lanka 176-8. But the 28-year-old Rathnayake, undaunted by the loss of his skipper, went on to score a 96-ball fifty in style when the left-handed batsman drove Bashir for a straight six that also took Sri Lanka past 200. With the floodlights piercing increasingly gloomy skies, Pope turned to part-time spinner Root in a bid to snatch a wicket at a time when deploying the fast bowlers might have seen the umpires halt play for bad light. Rathnayake, however, responded by launching Root for six over long-off. He also drove Bashir through extra cover before hitting him to Woakes at mid-on. Before play started, there was a minute's applause in honour of Graham Thorpe, the former England batsman and assistant coach, with both teams, as well as the match officials, wearing black armbands in his honour. Thorpe died, aged 55, earlier this month after being hit by a train. His wife, Amanda, confirmed he had taken his own life after suffering from depression for several years. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

ENG vs SL, 1st Test: Dhananjaya de Silva, Milan Rathnayake revive Sri Lanka after batting collapse

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat.

Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat. Have a look at the video below:

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Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final.

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Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance.

The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan as they ended day on 157/4.

During the play, Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history.&nbsp;

Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan, along with Saeed Ahmed, who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests.

On his way to equalling history, Shakeel surpassed Pak great Javed Miandad, who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also went ahead of second-placed Sadiq Mohammad, who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of the first 13 games he had played.

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat.

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat. Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat. Have a look at the video below: × Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final. Also Read: 'Focus has moved to...,' India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate reveals reason behind failure against spin Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance. The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan as they ended day on 157/4. During the play, Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history. Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan, along with Saeed Ahmed, who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests. On his way to equalling history, Shakeel surpassed Pak great Javed Miandad, who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also went ahead of second-placed Sadiq Mohammad, who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of the first 13 games he had played.

PAK vs BAN 1st Test: Pakistan skipper Shan Masood FURIOUS after controversial out decision - WATCH

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said that the focus to do well outside India is one of the reasons that ability to play spin has taken a back seat. Doeschate made the comments while speaking to TalkSport Cricket after India's recent ODI series loss in Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

India lost the ODI series 2-0 after the first match ended in a tie - the first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997. They lost 27 wickets to spin in three matches - the most by any team in history.

"One of the challenges I wasn't expecting and I kind of overlooked is the playing of spin by Indian batters," ten Doeschate said. "We got undone in Sri Lanka."

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The assistant coach and former Dutch player also elaborated on his thoughts, saying: "The mindset of India has been such that they've been so desperate to do well overseas. The focus has moved to doing well in Australia, England [so] that we've kind of let playing spin, which was always a strength of the Indian team, fall back a little bit."

Doeschate, meanwhile, said that he's looking forward to help the batters with spin during the upcoming assignment - two-Test series against Bangladesh and three-Test series against New Zealand - both at home.

"That's one thing I'm looking forward to helping with, getting to that position where Indians are the best players of spin in the world again," said assistant coach.

"I don't think much of what we're going to bring is technical knowledge to these guys. It's more about mindsets, situational awareness, how we think they can control certain phases of the game," he added.

"[It's about] throwing ideas out there, de-briefing and keeping the mental space really good. That's going to be really important."

Doeschate is one of two assistant coaches of India along with Abhishek Nayar under new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said that the focus to do well outside India is one of the reasons that ability to play spin has taken a back seat. Doeschate made the comments while speaking to TalkSport Cricket after India's recent ODI series loss in Sri Lanka.

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said that the focus to do well outside India is one of the reasons that ability to play spin has taken a back seat. Doeschate made the comments while speaking to TalkSport Cricket after India's recent ODI series loss in Sri Lanka. India lost the ODI series 2-0 after the first match ended in a tie - the first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997. They lost 27 wickets to spin in three matches - the most by any team in history. "One of the challenges I wasn't expecting and I kind of overlooked is the playing of spin by Indian batters," ten Doeschate said. "We got undone in Sri Lanka." Also Read: Champions Trophy 2025: Dinesh Karthik picks his Indian openers, no place for RR star The assistant coach and former Dutch player also elaborated on his thoughts, saying: "The mindset of India has been such that they've been so desperate to do well overseas. The focus has moved to doing well in Australia, England [so] that we've kind of let playing spin, which was always a strength of the Indian team, fall back a little bit." Doeschate, meanwhile, said that he's looking forward to help the batters with spin during the upcoming assignment - two-Test series against Bangladesh and three-Test series against New Zealand - both at home. "That's one thing I'm looking forward to helping with, getting to that position where Indians are the best players of spin in the world again," said assistant coach. "I don't think much of what we're going to bring is technical knowledge to these guys. It's more about mindsets, situational awareness, how we think they can control certain phases of the game," he added. "[It's about] throwing ideas out there, de-briefing and keeping the mental space really good. That's going to be really important." Doeschate is one of two assistant coaches of India along with Abhishek Nayar under new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

'Focus has moved to...,' India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate reveals reason behind failure against spin

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Wednesday (Aug 21). Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan along with Saeed Ahmed who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests.

On his way to equalling history, Shakeel crossed Pak great Javed Miandad who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also surpassed second-placed Sadiq Mohammad who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of first 13 games he had played.

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Shakeel was not out at the end of day's play on 57, with Pakistan at 157/4. Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance.

The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan.

Earlier, Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's controversial dismissal left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning, but the ball didn't hit the bat.

Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat.&nbsp;

Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in a rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final.

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Wednesday (Aug 21).

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Wednesday (Aug 21). Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan along with Saeed Ahmed who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests. On his way to equalling history, Shakeel crossed Pak great Javed Miandad who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also surpassed second-placed Sadiq Mohammad who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of first 13 games he had played. Also Read: Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting calls India pacer Jasprit Bumrah NIGHTMARE | Read Why Shakeel was not out at the end of day's play on 57, with Pakistan at 157/4. Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance. The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan. Earlier, Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's controversial dismissal left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning, but the ball didn't hit the bat. Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat. Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in a rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final.

PAK vs BAN, 1st Test: Saud Shakeel equals 65-year-old Test batting record in Pakistan history

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has confirmed his choice for India's opening slot for the 2025 Champions Trophy, to be held in Pakistan early next year. After the ODI series loss to Sri Lanka, early this month, Rohit Sharma-led India have only three more ODIs -- versus England at home -- ahead of the next ICC event. Thus, Karthik believes India will stick to their tried-and-tested opening pair of Rohit and Shubman Gill, with Yashasvi Jaiswal as an backup option.

Karthik explained his choice&nbsp;on&nbsp;Cricbuzz and said, "Why? Rohit and Shubman are a very good combination. Yes, Jaiswal has a great opportunity to be the backup opener and will get his opportunity soon if Shubman doesn't go as well as expected. And India has a very solid middle order as well."

"In the lead-up to the Champions Trophy, they are just going to be playing three more games. And I am pretty confident it's going to be Rohit and Shubman opening for the Champions Trophy," he added.

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Gill and Rohit have forged a successful opening pair in&nbsp;ODIs (with Jaiswal partnering Hitman at the top in whites). The duo opened the innings for India in the 2023 home ODI World Cup, where the Men in Blue ended as the runners-up. In the ODI WC, Rohit ended with 597 runs and Gill managed 354 runs despite missing the initial games due to dengue. The pair managed to put up four 50-plus stands and one century partnership.

Talking about Jaiswal, the southpaw&nbsp;has&nbsp;scored 1,028&nbsp;runs in 9 Tests, including three tons, and 723 runs at a strike-rate of 164.31&nbsp;in 23 T20Is. However, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter is yet to make his ODI debut. Given he was part of Rohit-led India's victorious 2024 T20 WC squad, he is likely to continue as a backup opener at the forthcoming Champions Trophy.

India are placed in Group A along with hosts Pakistan, Bangladesh and New Zealand whereas Group B comprises South Africa, Afghanistan, Australia and England.

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has confirmed his choice for India's opening slot for the 2025 Champions Trophy, to be held in Pakistan early next year.

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has confirmed his choice for India's opening slot for the 2025 Champions Trophy, to be held in Pakistan early next year. After the ODI series loss to Sri Lanka, early this month, Rohit Sharma-led India have only three more ODIs -- versus England at home -- ahead of the next ICC event. Thus, Karthik believes India will stick to their tried-and-tested opening pair of Rohit and Shubman Gill, with Yashasvi Jaiswal as an backup option. Karthik explained his choice on Cricbuzz and said, "Why? Rohit and Shubman are a very good combination. Yes, Jaiswal has a great opportunity to be the backup opener and will get his opportunity soon if Shubman doesn't go as well as expected. And India has a very solid middle order as well." "In the lead-up to the Champions Trophy, they are just going to be playing three more games. And I am pretty confident it's going to be Rohit and Shubman opening for the Champions Trophy," he added. Also read: Team is going there to play, not rest: Gavaskar SLAMS BCCI's preparation for India's tour of Australia Gill and Rohit have forged a successful opening pair in ODIs (with Jaiswal partnering Hitman at the top in whites). The duo opened the innings for India in the 2023 home ODI World Cup, where the Men in Blue ended as the runners-up. In the ODI WC, Rohit ended with 597 runs and Gill managed 354 runs despite missing the initial games due to dengue. The pair managed to put up four 50-plus stands and one century partnership. Talking about Jaiswal, the southpaw has scored 1,028 runs in 9 Tests, including three tons, and 723 runs at a strike-rate of 164.31 in 23 T20Is. However, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter is yet to make his ODI debut. Given he was part of Rohit-led India's victorious 2024 T20 WC squad, he is likely to continue as a backup opener at the forthcoming Champions Trophy. India are placed in Group A along with hosts Pakistan, Bangladesh and New Zealand whereas Group B comprises South Africa, Afghanistan, Australia and England.

Champions Trophy 2025: Dinesh Karthik picks his Indian openers, no place for RR star

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the BCCI for India's lack of preparations heading into the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), to be held in Australia. The five-match Test series is set to get underway on Nov 22, in Perth, and the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will head into the marquee series after playing just one practice game, i.e. a two-day affair at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Hence, this has left Little Master Gavaskar worried given Australia are looking to regain the BGT for the first time since 2014.

Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day, "The news that the regular match for touring teams against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI has been reduced to a 2-day game is a disappointing one. By all means, rest the seniors and let them not even travel to Canberra for the game but give the newer younger players a proper first-class game rather than a 2-day game which will be neither here nor there. After all, the team are going there to play cricket and not to take rest."

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<h2>'There's still time to change it to a 3-day game'</h2>

Gavaskar further insisted, "The Australians are thirsting for revenge and the Indians will have to be razor sharp to get a hat-trick of series wins there. There's still time to change it to a 3-day game and give the younger inexperienced players a better chance to succeed against the World Test Champions. C'mon BCCI, you can do it."

Pat Cummins-led Australia are desperate to win their first-ever BGT since 2014/15 edition, at home. Since then, Aussies have lost two away and home series each to their fierce rivals India.&nbsp;

Rohit-led India will have to be on their toes to make it three successive Test series win on Australian soil by winning the forthcoming BGT. However, it won't be an easy task against the reigning Test world champions.

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the BCCI for India's lack of preparations heading into the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), to be held in Australia.

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the BCCI for India's lack of preparations heading into the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), to be held in Australia. The five-match Test series is set to get underway on Nov 22, in Perth, and the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will head into the marquee series after playing just one practice game, i.e. a two-day affair at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Hence, this has left Little Master Gavaskar worried given Australia are looking to regain the BGT for the first time since 2014. Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day, "The news that the regular match for touring teams against the Australian Prime Minister’s XI has been reduced to a 2-day game is a disappointing one. By all means, rest the seniors and let them not even travel to Canberra for the game but give the newer younger players a proper first-class game rather than a 2-day game which will be neither here nor there. After all, the team are going there to play cricket and not to take rest." Also read: 'Get back to the high standards...': Sunil Gavaskar questions Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma missing Duleep Trophy 'There's still time to change it to a 3-day game' Gavaskar further insisted, "The Australians are thirsting for revenge and the Indians will have to be razor sharp to get a hat-trick of series wins there. There's still time to change it to a 3-day game and give the younger inexperienced players a better chance to succeed against the World Test Champions. C'mon BCCI, you can do it." Pat Cummins-led Australia are desperate to win their first-ever BGT since 2014/15 edition, at home. Since then, Aussies have lost two away and home series each to their fierce rivals India. Rohit-led India will have to be on their toes to make it three successive Test series win on Australian soil by winning the forthcoming BGT. However, it won't be an easy task against the reigning Test world champions.

Team is going there to play, not rest: Gavaskar SLAMS BCCI's preparation for India's tour of Australia

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes that India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is currently the best all-format bowler in the world. Ponting made the comments after Bumrah's Player of Tournament performance in the recently-concluded 2024 T20 World Cup. India won the tournament and Bumrah took 15 wickets at an economy of 4.17.

"I've said it for a long time, he's probably been the best multi-format bowler there's been in world cricket for the last five or six years,” Ponting said while talking to ICC Review.

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Ponting elaborated on his thoughts and said: “The greatest way to always get a real gauge on these players is by asking (other) players."

“And when you talk to opposition batsmen about him (Bumrah) in particular, it's always, 'No, he's a nightmare! You never know what's going to happen. One's going to swing, one's going to seam, he's going to bowl an in-swinger, he's going to bowl an out-swinger. And the consistency is there'.”

“So when you've got that skillset and the consistency that he has, then you're going to be a great player," he added.

The former Australia skipper also said that Bumrah has come back better since his lower back injury in 2022.

“There might have been some fears a couple of years ago when the injuries come in and ‘would he come back the same?’, but I think he's actually come back better,” Ponting said.

“If I watch what he did in the T20 World Cup – the pace is still there, there's nothing that's changed with the accuracy or what he can deliver. The skillset is all the same. He's getting better year on year. So, he would rank right up there.”

Bumrah would be a key bowler for India when they tour Australia in November later this year for a five-Test series. for a possible third Test consecutive series win Down Under.

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes that India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is currently the best all-format bowler in the world. Ponting made the comments after Bumrah's Player of Tournament performance in the recently-concluded 2024 T20 World Cup.

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting believes that India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is currently the best all-format bowler in the world. Ponting made the comments after Bumrah's Player of Tournament performance in the recently-concluded 2024 T20 World Cup. India won the tournament and Bumrah took 15 wickets at an economy of 4.17. "I've said it for a long time, he's probably been the best multi-format bowler there's been in world cricket for the last five or six years,” Ponting said while talking to ICC Review. Also Read: Border Gavaskar Trophy on par with Ashes, says Australia pacer Mitchell Starc Ponting elaborated on his thoughts and said: “The greatest way to always get a real gauge on these players is by asking (other) players." “And when you talk to opposition batsmen about him (Bumrah) in particular, it's always, 'No, he's a nightmare! You never know what's going to happen. One's going to swing, one's going to seam, he's going to bowl an in-swinger, he's going to bowl an out-swinger. And the consistency is there'.” “So when you've got that skillset and the consistency that he has, then you're going to be a great player," he added. The former Australia skipper also said that Bumrah has come back better since his lower back injury in 2022. “There might have been some fears a couple of years ago when the injuries come in and ‘would he come back the same?’, but I think he's actually come back better,” Ponting said. “If I watch what he did in the T20 World Cup – the pace is still there, there's nothing that's changed with the accuracy or what he can deliver. The skillset is all the same. He's getting better year on year. So, he would rank right up there.” Bumrah would be a key bowler for India when they tour Australia in November later this year for a five-Test series. for a possible third Test consecutive series win Down Under.

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England’s stand-in skipper Ollie Pope is all set to take charge of his first Test match as the leader of the side when they face Sri Lanka on Wednesday (Aug 21). With Ben Stokes being ruled out of the English summer after injuring his hamstring during The Hundred, Pope was installed as the skipper of the side. However, according to Pope, the current England side is influenced by Stokes but he&nbsp;has been given the license to tweak the team.

<h2>Pope speaks on Stokes</h2>

“I am sat next to [Stokes] in the changing room and it will be great to have him around. It is still Stokesy's team and if I want to lean on him I can, but I think he will let me do my own thing. He will be watching and chat with Baz [Test coach Brendon McCullum] so I can have those conversations in the intervals if I think something needs to change,” Pope said on the eve of the opening Test match against Sri Lanka.

"I know how well he has managed our bowlers, especially, so I have picked his brains on it, but it will be a lot of the same messages with a different voice and in my way."

"It's about not overcomplicating it for me. I think I read the game fairly well and Stokesy and I have often been of the same mindset. As the series goes on, it will let itself out for me,” Pope further added.

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England have enjoyed a stellar start to the summer having beaten the West Indies 3-0 in July. They would look to continue their impressive run against Sri Lanka who will head into the contest on the back of an impressive 2-0 ODI Series win against India.

Teams:

England&nbsp;(Playing XI): Daniel Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (w), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir

Sri Lanka&nbsp;(Playing XI): Dimuth Karunaratne, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal (w), Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kamindu Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, Milan Priyanath Rathnayake

England’s stand-in skipper Ollie Pope is all set to take charge of his first Test match as the leader of the side when they face Sri Lanka on Wednesday (Aug 21).

England’s stand-in skipper Ollie Pope is all set to take charge of his first Test match as the leader of the side when they face Sri Lanka on Wednesday (Aug 21). With Ben Stokes being ruled out of the English summer after injuring his hamstring during The Hundred, Pope was installed as the skipper of the side. However, according to Pope, the current England side is influenced by Stokes but he has been given the license to tweak the team. Pope speaks on Stokes “I am sat next to [Stokes] in the changing room and it will be great to have him around. It is still Stokesy's team and if I want to lean on him I can, but I think he will let me do my own thing. He will be watching and chat with Baz [Test coach Brendon McCullum] so I can have those conversations in the intervals if I think something needs to change,” Pope said on the eve of the opening Test match against Sri Lanka. "I know how well he has managed our bowlers, especially, so I have picked his brains on it, but it will be a lot of the same messages with a different voice and in my way." "It's about not overcomplicating it for me. I think I read the game fairly well and Stokesy and I have often been of the same mindset. As the series goes on, it will let itself out for me,” Pope further added. ALSO READ | Border Gavaskar Trophy on par with Ashes, says Australia pacer Mitchell Starc England have enjoyed a stellar start to the summer having beaten the West Indies 3-0 in July. They would look to continue their impressive run against Sri Lanka who will head into the contest on the back of an impressive 2-0 ODI Series win against India. Teams: England (Playing XI): Daniel Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (w), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Dimuth Karunaratne, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal (w), Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kamindu Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, Milan Priyanath Rathnayake

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India’s Jay Shah could become the leading candidate for the post of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman&nbsp;after current head Greg Barclay withdrew from the race on Tuesday (Aug 20). Shah, the current Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) could become the new chairman if he files a nomination in the coming days. Shah is yet to comment on his stance but with Barclay withdrawing, the Indian administrator remains a firm favourite as the deadline for filing nominations closes on Tuesday (Aug 27).

<h2>Shah to contest elections after Barclay withdraws?</h2>

"ICC Chair Greg Barclay confirmed to the Board that he will not stand for a third term and will step down from the post when his current tenure finishes at the end of November. Barclay was appointed as the Independent ICC Chair in November 2020, before being re-elected in 2022," the ICC stated in a media release.

“Current directors are now required to put forward nominations for the next Chair by 27 August 2024 and if there is more than one candidate, an election will be held with the term of the new Chair commencing on 1 December 2024.”

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Speculations are high that Shah could file his nominations before the weekend as he intends to take charge of the apex cricketing body in the world. Unlike the BCCI President, where a candidate must have played international cricket, ICC does not have specific criteria making Shah eligible for the chairman’s position. The role of the chairman is to chair the directors of the ICC during its meeting with equal power given to members after the President’s position was abolished in 2016.

Shah, if he files nomination before the deadline of Aug 27 and becomes the chairman of the ICC will join the likes of Jagmohan Dalmiya (1997-2000) and Sharad Pawar (2010-2012) to have worked in the top office of the ICC. Both Dalmiya and Pawar were the Presidents of the ICC when the term existed.

India’s Jay Shah could become the leading candidate for the post of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman after current head Greg Barclay withdrew from the race on Tuesday (Aug 20).

India’s Jay Shah could become the leading candidate for the post of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman after current head Greg Barclay withdrew from the race on Tuesday (Aug 20). Shah, the current Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) could become the new chairman if he files a nomination in the coming days. Shah is yet to comment on his stance but with Barclay withdrawing, the Indian administrator remains a firm favourite as the deadline for filing nominations closes on Tuesday (Aug 27). Shah to contest elections after Barclay withdraws? "ICC Chair Greg Barclay confirmed to the Board that he will not stand for a third term and will step down from the post when his current tenure finishes at the end of November. Barclay was appointed as the Independent ICC Chair in November 2020, before being re-elected in 2022," the ICC stated in a media release. “Current directors are now required to put forward nominations for the next Chair by 27 August 2024 and if there is more than one candidate, an election will be held with the term of the new Chair commencing on 1 December 2024.” ALSO READ | ICC changes 2024 Women's T20 World Cup venue from Bangladesh to UAE Speculations are high that Shah could file his nominations before the weekend as he intends to take charge of the apex cricketing body in the world. Unlike the BCCI President, where a candidate must have played international cricket, ICC does not have specific criteria making Shah eligible for the chairman’s position. The role of the chairman is to chair the directors of the ICC during its meeting with equal power given to members after the President’s position was abolished in 2016. Shah, if he files nomination before the deadline of Aug 27 and becomes the chairman of the ICC will join the likes of Jagmohan Dalmiya (1997-2000) and Sharad Pawar (2010-2012) to have worked in the top office of the ICC. Both Dalmiya and Pawar were the Presidents of the ICC when the term existed.

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah likely to contest ICC Chairman elections after Greg Barclay withdraws

Ahead of the start of the three-match Test series opener versus Sri Lanka, at Old Trafford, Manchester, Ollie Pope-led&nbsp;England will pay tribute to former batter Graham Thorpe, who passed away&nbsp;early&nbsp;this&nbsp;month. Before the national anthems&nbsp;on Day 1 of the first Test, on Wednesday (Aug 21), England players will remember the celebrated cricketer and&nbsp;a&nbsp;tribute video will also be played on the big screen at the iconic&nbsp;ground.

Notably, Thorpe -- who represented England in 100 Tests and 82 ODIs and ended with&nbsp;6,744 and 2,380 runs respectively -- committed suicide on Aug&nbsp;4 after battling 'major depression and anxiety'. His widow Amanda confirmed that the former English cricketer took his&nbsp;life -- succumbing to injuries sustained after being struck by a train in Surrey --&nbsp;despite his close ones&nbsp;helping him battle mental health issues.

Prior to the Manchester Test versus the Lankans, stand-in captain Pope said, "We'll have our black armbands on throughout the game and there'll be a tribute to him before. It has hurt a lot of people in that changing room. He was a great man. I probably had two or three years playing with him as a batting coach. I really admired him."

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He further added, "I remember him saying one thing to me, which was: 'Never let the runs you're scoring define you as a person'.&nbsp;In a bit of a rut when you're young, that was exactly what I needed to hear. It shows, for me, what a people's person he was.

"He was loved in the changing room. He's such a sad loss to everyone: to the country, his family, and the boys as well. He's missed, and we'll honour him this week."

Pope is leading England in the three home Tests versus Sri Lanka after regular Test captain Ben Stokes got injured during The Hundred. England have already named their playing XI for the Manchester opener.

England playing XI for first Test vs Sri Lanka:&nbsp;Dan Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook (vc), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir.

Ahead of the start of the three-match Test series opener versus Sri Lanka, at Old Trafford, Manchester, Ollie Pope-led England will pay tribute to former batter Graham Thorpe, who passed away early this month.

Ahead of the start of the three-match Test series opener versus Sri Lanka, at Old Trafford, Manchester, Ollie Pope-led England will pay tribute to former batter Graham Thorpe, who passed away early this month. Before the national anthems on Day 1 of the first Test, on Wednesday (Aug 21), England players will remember the celebrated cricketer and a tribute video will also be played on the big screen at the iconic ground. Notably, Thorpe -- who represented England in 100 Tests and 82 ODIs and ended with 6,744 and 2,380 runs respectively -- committed suicide on Aug 4 after battling 'major depression and anxiety'. His widow Amanda confirmed that the former English cricketer took his life -- succumbing to injuries sustained after being struck by a train in Surrey -- despite his close ones helping him battle mental health issues. Prior to the Manchester Test versus the Lankans, stand-in captain Pope said, "We'll have our black armbands on throughout the game and there'll be a tribute to him before. It has hurt a lot of people in that changing room. He was a great man. I probably had two or three years playing with him as a batting coach. I really admired him." Also read: England vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test Live Streaming: When and Where to watch Eng vs SL series opener He further added, "I remember him saying one thing to me, which was: 'Never let the runs you're scoring define you as a person'. In a bit of a rut when you're young, that was exactly what I needed to hear. It shows, for me, what a people's person he was. "He was loved in the changing room. He's such a sad loss to everyone: to the country, his family, and the boys as well. He's missed, and we'll honour him this week." Pope is leading England in the three home Tests versus Sri Lanka after regular Test captain Ben Stokes got injured during The Hundred. England have already named their playing XI for the Manchester opener. England playing XI for first Test vs Sri Lanka: Dan Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook (vc), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Matthew Potts, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir.

Eng vs SL, 1st Test: England to pay fitting tribute to late Graham Thorpe ahead of series opener

While the Ashes&nbsp;is considered the best rivalry in cricketing history, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy *BGT) has also turned out to be one of the most-anticipated Test series in recent times due to India and Australia's fierce rivalry. Ahead of the 2024/25 BGT, Australia pacer Mitchell Starc feels Ashes and the India-Australia Tests are on par with each other, especially since the latter will now be a five-match series.

Speaking to the Wide World Sports website, Starc said, "Being five matches now it's probably right on par with an Ashes series. We always want to win every game at home and we know India are a very strong team."

Both India and Australia occupy the top two spots, respectively, in the current ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 points table, with high chances of meeting once again in the upcoming WTC final (to be held next year). In this regard, many believe the upcoming BGT will be a treat for ardent cricket fans.

Starc stated, "As we're placed at the minute we're the top two teams on the Test ladder... so a very exciting series coming up for the fans and certainly the players. "Hopefully when we're sitting there on the 8th of January we have that trophy back on our shores," he&nbsp;further added.

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Notably, Australia have not won the BGT since 2014/15 edition, at home. Since then, they lost two successive Test series to India at home, in 2018/19 and 2020/21, whereas also fell behind in Indian conditions in 2016/17 and 2022/23 (all by 2-1 margin). Thus, Pat Cummins-led Aussies will be desperate to settle scores this time around in home conditions.

Rohit Sharma-led India will kick off their away series versus Australia on Nov 22 with the five-match Test series opener at Perth. The five Tests will also comprise a day-night match, in Adelaide, as India will look to retain the BGT for the fifth time in a row.

While the Ashes is considered the best rivalry in cricketing history, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy *BGT) has also turned out to be one of the most-anticipated Test series in recent times due to India and Australia's fierce rivalry.

While the Ashes is considered the best rivalry in cricketing history, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy *BGT) has also turned out to be one of the most-anticipated Test series in recent times due to India and Australia's fierce rivalry. Ahead of the 2024/25 BGT, Australia pacer Mitchell Starc feels Ashes and the India-Australia Tests are on par with each other, especially since the latter will now be a five-match series. Speaking to the Wide World Sports website, Starc said, "Being five matches now it's probably right on par with an Ashes series. We always want to win every game at home and we know India are a very strong team." Both India and Australia occupy the top two spots, respectively, in the current ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 points table, with high chances of meeting once again in the upcoming WTC final (to be held next year). In this regard, many believe the upcoming BGT will be a treat for ardent cricket fans. Starc stated, "As we're placed at the minute we're the top two teams on the Test ladder... so a very exciting series coming up for the fans and certainly the players. "Hopefully when we're sitting there on the 8th of January we have that trophy back on our shores," he further added. Also read: We bowled them out for 36 and thought...: Hazlewood claims Australia desperate to end losing streak vs India Notably, Australia have not won the BGT since 2014/15 edition, at home. Since then, they lost two successive Test series to India at home, in 2018/19 and 2020/21, whereas also fell behind in Indian conditions in 2016/17 and 2022/23 (all by 2-1 margin). Thus, Pat Cummins-led Aussies will be desperate to settle scores this time around in home conditions. Rohit Sharma-led India will kick off their away series versus Australia on Nov 22 with the five-match Test series opener at Perth. The five Tests will also comprise a day-night match, in Adelaide, as India will look to retain the BGT for the fifth time in a row.

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Legendary Australia player Adam Gilchrist has warned his side ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as they face India in a five-match Test series. Gilchrist, who was the member of the last Australian side to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Indian soil in 2004 has stated that the onus will be on the hosts. Australia will come into the series as the defending champions in the World Test Championship (WTC) but will be wary of India who have beaten them in their last two visits down under.

<h2>Gilchrist warns Australia</h2>

"The onus is on Australia to prove they are the dominant force at home. India know how to go away and win overseas," said Gilchrist, speaking to The Times of India

"Naturally, I'm going to say Australia, hope they get there. But it's too close to call. It will be a close tussle," Gilchrist said.

India have won the BG Trophy on their last two visits to Australia and have a good track record against the Aussies. Not since the 2014-15 BG Trophy have Australia emerged victorious in the prestigious bilateral Test series. However, Gilchrist has backed his former side to win the series as they look in good shape.

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Australia had a good last summer having beaten Pakistan and then drawing against West Indies in two home series. They will rely heavily on the services of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood in the bowling department. The likes of Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne will have to come good with the bat if the Aussies are to register a win in the BG Trophy in almost a decade.

<h2>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule</h2>

1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth

2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide

3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane

4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne

5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

Legendary Australia player Adam Gilchrist has warned his side ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as they face India in a five-match Test series. Gilchrist, who was the member of the last Australian side to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Indian soil in 2004 has stated that the onus will be on the hosts.

Legendary Australia player Adam Gilchrist has warned his side ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as they face India in a five-match Test series. Gilchrist, who was the member of the last Australian side to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Indian soil in 2004 has stated that the onus will be on the hosts. Australia will come into the series as the defending champions in the World Test Championship (WTC) but will be wary of India who have beaten them in their last two visits down under. Gilchrist warns Australia "The onus is on Australia to prove they are the dominant force at home. India know how to go away and win overseas," said Gilchrist, speaking to The Times of India "Naturally, I'm going to say Australia, hope they get there. But it's too close to call. It will be a close tussle," Gilchrist said. India have won the BG Trophy on their last two visits to Australia and have a good track record against the Aussies. Not since the 2014-15 BG Trophy have Australia emerged victorious in the prestigious bilateral Test series. However, Gilchrist has backed his former side to win the series as they look in good shape. ALSO READ | ICC changes 2024 Women's T20 World Cup venue from Bangladesh to UAE Australia had a good last summer having beaten Pakistan and then drawing against West Indies in two home series. They will rely heavily on the services of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood in the bowling department. The likes of Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne will have to come good with the bat if the Aussies are to register a win in the BG Trophy in almost a decade. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd Nov to 26th Nov, Perth 2nd Test: 6th Dec to 10th Dec, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th Dec to 18th Dec, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th Dec to 30th Dec, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd Jan to 7th Jan, Sydney

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Pakistan speedster Naseem Shah has opened up on his team’s defeat to India at the T20 World Cup in June as he was left speechless. Speaking on Tuesday (Aug 20) ahead of Pakistan’s home series against Bangladesh, Naseem opened up on the defeat to India where his side was in the driving seat until a late collapse cost them the two points and ultimately a place in the Super 8. After the defeat, the entire Pakistan squad along with Naseem were questioned by the fans for their poor mentality.

<h2>Naseen opens up on defeat to India</h2>

"Though I was not being targeted by the fans or the media, one cannot be satisfied and say I did my bit after your team loses. I am a person who wants to win. I get disappointed even when I lose while playing at home or in my street. I play to win and the World Cup exit pained me a lot," the tearaway fast bowler said Cricbuzz in an interview.

"People come up to me in restaurants and ask me why we lost. Even my relatives have asked about it. I understand their sentiments are driven by social media and, as a player, all I can do is listen to them," he further added.

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Pakistan needed six runs per over at one stage and looked on course for their second World Cup win over India in New York on June 9. However, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya led the bowling charge and got India home to win the match. Pakistan would later get knocked out of the tournament after they finished third in the group stage.

The Men in Green will now look to stamp their authority over Bangladesh as they take on a two-match Test series which starts on Wednesday (Aug 21). The series will be of huge importance as vital points in the World Test Championship (WTC) will be up for grabs for both sides.

Pakistan speedster Naseem Shah has opened up on his team’s defeat to India at the T20 World Cup in June as he was left speechless. Speaking on Tuesday (Aug 20) ahead of Pakistan’s home series against Bangladesh, Naseem opened up on the defeat to India where his side was in the driving seat until a late collapse cost them the two points and ultimately a place in the Super 8.

Pakistan speedster Naseem Shah has opened up on his team’s defeat to India at the T20 World Cup in June as he was left speechless. Speaking on Tuesday (Aug 20) ahead of Pakistan’s home series against Bangladesh, Naseem opened up on the defeat to India where his side was in the driving seat until a late collapse cost them the two points and ultimately a place in the Super 8. After the defeat, the entire Pakistan squad along with Naseem were questioned by the fans for their poor mentality. Naseen opens up on defeat to India "Though I was not being targeted by the fans or the media, one cannot be satisfied and say I did my bit after your team loses. I am a person who wants to win. I get disappointed even when I lose while playing at home or in my street. I play to win and the World Cup exit pained me a lot," the tearaway fast bowler said Cricbuzz in an interview. "People come up to me in restaurants and ask me why we lost. Even my relatives have asked about it. I understand their sentiments are driven by social media and, as a player, all I can do is listen to them," he further added. ALSO READ | Germany midfielder Ilkay Gündogan announces international retirement amid club exit rumours Pakistan needed six runs per over at one stage and looked on course for their second World Cup win over India in New York on June 9. However, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya led the bowling charge and got India home to win the match. Pakistan would later get knocked out of the tournament after they finished third in the group stage. The Men in Green will now look to stamp their authority over Bangladesh as they take on a two-match Test series which starts on Wednesday (Aug 21). The series will be of huge importance as vital points in the World Test Championship (WTC) will be up for grabs for both sides.

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has changed the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision comes amid unrest and ousting of the government in Bangladesh. The tournament, however, is scheduled to be played on original dates from October 3-20.

The tournament will be hosted across two venues: Sharjah and Dubai, announced the ICC on Tuesday (Aug 20). The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), meanwhile, will continue to host the event, just now in the UAE.

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“It is a shame not to be hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh as we know the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) would have staged a memorable event,” ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said in a statement.

“I’d also like to thank the Emirates Cricket Board for stepping in to host on behalf of the BCB and Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe for their generous offers of support, and we look forward to seeing ICC global events in both of those countries in 2026,” the statement added.

Ever since the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina-led government was toppled, the country has been in the midst of political turmoil despite an interim government being named by the Bangladesh Army.

The ICC has been monitoring the situation since the beginning and has even approached the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as a potential replacement. BCCI secretary Jay Shah had categorically rejected the idea though.

"They [ICC] have asked us if we would conduct the World Cup. I have categorically said no," Jay Shah said to the Times of India, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. "We're in the monsoon, and on top of that, we will host the Women's ODI World Cup next year. I don't want to give any kind of signals that I want to hold consecutive World Cups.”

Some of the participating countries, including India, Australia, and the UK, had already issued advisories against travelling to Bangladesh amid the unrest.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has changed the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision comes amid unrest and ousting of the government in Bangladesh.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has changed the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision comes amid unrest and ousting of the government in Bangladesh. The tournament, however, is scheduled to be played on original dates from October 3-20. The tournament will be hosted across two venues: Sharjah and Dubai, announced the ICC on Tuesday (Aug 20). The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), meanwhile, will continue to host the event, just now in the UAE. Also Read: 'Looking forward to...,' Australia batter Steve Smith offers update on retirement from international cricket “It is a shame not to be hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh as we know the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) would have staged a memorable event,” ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said in a statement. “I’d also like to thank the Emirates Cricket Board for stepping in to host on behalf of the BCB and Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe for their generous offers of support, and we look forward to seeing ICC global events in both of those countries in 2026,” the statement added. Ever since the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina-led government was toppled, the country has been in the midst of political turmoil despite an interim government being named by the Bangladesh Army. The ICC has been monitoring the situation since the beginning and has even approached the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as a potential replacement. BCCI secretary Jay Shah had categorically rejected the idea though. "They [ICC] have asked us if we would conduct the World Cup. I have categorically said no," Jay Shah said to the Times of India, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. "We're in the monsoon, and on top of that, we will host the Women's ODI World Cup next year. I don't want to give any kind of signals that I want to hold consecutive World Cups.” Some of the participating countries, including India, Australia, and the UK, had already issued advisories against travelling to Bangladesh amid the unrest.

ICC changes 2024 Women's T20 World Cup venue from Bangladesh to UAE

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has revealed that he felt like committing suicide in the past. The comments come days after former England cricketer Graham Thorpe died by suicide.

"We are going to be talking about depression and suicide. We recently heard about Graham Thorpe and David Johnson from India. VB Chandra Sekhar sir who was the rock of CSK. I have been there as well. It's not a pretty journey. It's debilitating. You feel like you are burden to people you love . It's challenging. You feel like you are worthless," Robin Uthappa said in a video.

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"In 2011, I was so ashamed of who I became as a human being. It's absolutely ok to not know what you have to do next. Sometimes existing for that one day, is what you have to do next. Often you don't need light at the end of the tunnel. You need the light only till the next step."

"We have heard about multiple people, who have ended their lives due to depression. I personally have been there as well. It's heavy, that's how it feels. I have often felt when I was going through clinical depression, to be burden. I was seeking answers," added the former India batter.

Uthappa, who is now a cricket presenter, played 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is for India. He was part of India's maiden T20 World Cup win in 2007 as well.

A lot of cricketers nowadays have come out and talked about going through depression and not being mentally fully fit. Apart from Uthappa, star batter Virat Kohli and pacer Mohammed Shami have also revealed battling depression in the past.

As for Thorpe,&nbsp;it was revealed at the opening of an&nbsp;inquest into his death that he was hit by a train on the morning of August 4 at Esher railway station in Surrey, England. His wife, Amanda, later told the Times in an interview that Thorpe died by suicide.

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has revealed that he felt like committing suicide in the past. The comments come days after former England cricketer Graham Thorpe died by suicide.

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has revealed that he felt like committing suicide in the past. The comments come days after former England cricketer Graham Thorpe died by suicide. "We are going to be talking about depression and suicide. We recently heard about Graham Thorpe and David Johnson from India. VB Chandra Sekhar sir who was the rock of CSK. I have been there as well. It's not a pretty journey. It's debilitating. You feel like you are burden to people you love . It's challenging. You feel like you are worthless," Robin Uthappa said in a video. Also Read: 'Looking forward to...,' Australia batter Steve Smith offers update on retirement from international cricket "In 2011, I was so ashamed of who I became as a human being. It's absolutely ok to not know what you have to do next. Sometimes existing for that one day, is what you have to do next. Often you don't need light at the end of the tunnel. You need the light only till the next step." "We have heard about multiple people, who have ended their lives due to depression. I personally have been there as well. It's heavy, that's how it feels. I have often felt when I was going through clinical depression, to be burden. I was seeking answers," added the former India batter. Uthappa, who is now a cricket presenter, played 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is for India. He was part of India's maiden T20 World Cup win in 2007 as well. A lot of cricketers nowadays have come out and talked about going through depression and not being mentally fully fit. Apart from Uthappa, star batter Virat Kohli and pacer Mohammed Shami have also revealed battling depression in the past. As for Thorpe, it was revealed at the opening of an inquest into his death that he was hit by a train on the morning of August 4 at Esher railway station in Surrey, England. His wife, Amanda, later told the Times in an interview that Thorpe died by suicide.

'Been there as well...,' India's 2007 T20 World Cup winner reveals battling depression and suicidal thoughts

The cricketing action continues with Pakistan hosting Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, starting on Wednesday (Aug 21). The Shan Masood-led side, who were whitewashed by Australia early this year on Australian soil, will kick off their home season with two vital Tests versus the Bangla Tigers and aim for a rollicking start.&nbsp;

Prior to the series opener, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shifted the venue of the second and final Test, from Karachi to Rawalpindi owing to the ongoing construction work for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Hence, both the Tests will be held in Rawalpindi.&nbsp;

<h2>Live Streaming Details For Pakistan Vs Bangladesh, 1st&nbsp;Test Match</h2>

When to watch the Pakistan vs Bangladesh&nbsp;1st Test match?

The Pakistan vs Bangladesh&nbsp;1st Test will be held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi from August 21–25.

At what time will the Pakistan vs Bangladesh&nbsp;1st&nbsp;Test commence?

The Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test&nbsp;will start at 10:30 am&nbsp;IST.

Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh&nbsp;1st Test match in India on TV?

The live telecast details for Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test will not be available in India.

Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh&nbsp;1st&nbsp;Test match live streaming in India?

The live streaming of the Pakistan vs Bangladesh series opener&nbsp;will not be available for the Indian audience.

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At present, both Pakistan and Bangladesh are in the bottom half of the 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) points table. While Masood &amp; Co. are at the sixth spot, the Bangla Tigers are languishing at the eighth position.&nbsp;

Squads

Pakistan:&nbsp;Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper) and Shaheen Shah Afridi

Bangladesh:&nbsp;Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Mominul Haque, Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Zakir Hasan, Litton Das, Mushfiqur Rahim, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Nayeem Hasan

The cricketing action continues with Pakistan hosting Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, starting on Wednesday (Aug 21). The Shan Masood-led side, who were whitewashed by Australia early this year on Australian soil, will kick off their home season with two vital Tests versus the Bangla Tigers and aim for a rollicking start.

The cricketing action continues with Pakistan hosting Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, starting on Wednesday (Aug 21). The Shan Masood-led side, who were whitewashed by Australia early this year on Australian soil, will kick off their home season with two vital Tests versus the Bangla Tigers and aim for a rollicking start. Prior to the series opener, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shifted the venue of the second and final Test, from Karachi to Rawalpindi owing to the ongoing construction work for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Hence, both the Tests will be held in Rawalpindi. Live Streaming Details For Pakistan Vs Bangladesh, 1st Test Match When to watch the Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test match? The Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test will be held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi from August 21–25. At what time will the Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test commence? The Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test will start at 10:30 am IST. Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test match in India on TV? The live telecast details for Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test will not be available in India. Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test match live streaming in India? The live streaming of the Pakistan vs Bangladesh series opener will not be available for the Indian audience. Also read: Bangladesh tour of Pakistan: All you need to know about Pak vs Ban series - live streaming, time, date At present, both Pakistan and Bangladesh are in the bottom half of the 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) points table. While Masood & Co. are at the sixth spot, the Bangla Tigers are languishing at the eighth position. Squads Pakistan: Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper) and Shaheen Shah Afridi Bangladesh: Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Mominul Haque, Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Zakir Hasan, Litton Das, Mushfiqur Rahim, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Nayeem Hasan

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 1st Test Live Streaming: When and Where to watch Pak vs Ban series opener

Australia batter Steve Smith has denied any plans of retirement from international cricket and instead is hopeful of playing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics as well. The LA 2028 games will see cricket returning to the fold in the shortest format, that is, T20s.

"I don't have any plans," said Smith, as reported by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo.&nbsp;

"I'm just enjoying playing at the moment, I'm pretty relaxed and looking forward to this summer," he added.

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The batter also hoped for wearing the Baggy Green at the next Olympics but would have to do a lot for that to happen. The 35-year-old has been ignored in the shortest format by Australia as he was excluded&nbsp;from the recently concluded 2024 T20 World Cup squad.

Smith, however, has signed a fresh three-year deal with Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League (BBL), which will ensure he plays in&nbsp;the format till 2026-27 at least.

"I could still be playing T20 cricket in four years, so you never know," he said. "It's a format I can see myself playing probably for a lot longer than some of the others, especially with the franchise stuff around the world. I've signed on here for three years so it's only another year after that. It would be cool to be part of an Olympics."

<h3>Hazlewood desperate to beat India</h3>

Josh Hazlewood, who debuted during Australia's victorious 2014-15 home series win against India, recently claimed that Pat Cummins &amp; Co. are desperate to settle scores versus the Asian giants.

In the 2014/15 series, Australia beat India 2-0. Since then, they have lost all four series (two in India, two at home). India beat Australia in a Test series on Australian soil for the first time in 2018/19 and replicated that feat, sans many key players, in 2020/21.

Australia batter Steve Smith has denied any plans of retirement from international cricket and instead is hopeful of playing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics as well.

Australia batter Steve Smith has denied any plans of retirement from international cricket and instead is hopeful of playing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics as well. The LA 2028 games will see cricket returning to the fold in the shortest format, that is, T20s. "I don't have any plans," said Smith, as reported by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo. "I'm just enjoying playing at the moment, I'm pretty relaxed and looking forward to this summer," he added. Also Read: 'Wasn't selected because...,' India batter Rinku Singh opens up on not playing Duleep Trophy The batter also hoped for wearing the Baggy Green at the next Olympics but would have to do a lot for that to happen. The 35-year-old has been ignored in the shortest format by Australia as he was excluded from the recently concluded 2024 T20 World Cup squad. Smith, however, has signed a fresh three-year deal with Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League (BBL), which will ensure he plays in the format till 2026-27 at least. "I could still be playing T20 cricket in four years, so you never know," he said. "It's a format I can see myself playing probably for a lot longer than some of the others, especially with the franchise stuff around the world. I've signed on here for three years so it's only another year after that. It would be cool to be part of an Olympics." Hazlewood desperate to beat India Josh Hazlewood, who debuted during Australia's victorious 2014-15 home series win against India, recently claimed that Pat Cummins & Co. are desperate to settle scores versus the Asian giants. In the 2014/15 series, Australia beat India 2-0. Since then, they have lost all four series (two in India, two at home). India beat Australia in a Test series on Australian soil for the first time in 2018/19 and replicated that feat, sans many key players, in 2020/21.

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