<p>Pakistan's star pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shaheen-afridi-rattles-kl-rahuls-stumps-with-an-unplaybale-yorker-in-india-pakistan-clash-in-t20-wc-watch-423609">Shaheen Shah Afridi</a> did most of the damage to the Indian innings as he send India's top order packing in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup contest on Sunday (October 24) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-ind-vs-pak-t20wc-virat-kohlis-fifty-helps-india-post-151-runs-on-the-board-against-pakistan-423513">Get LIVE updates here!</a></p>

<p>Afridi (3/31 in 4 overs) had Rohit trapped in front of the wicket for a duck and then bowled KL Rahul after the batsman had run three singles. He also took Virat Kohli's wicket in the 19th over but gave away 19 runs.</p>

<p>Will those 19 runs prove decisive?&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli's led from the front with a vital half-century as India recovered from a disastrous start to post a challenging 151 for seven. Besides Kohli's 49-ball 57, Rishabh Pant slammed 39 in 30 deliveries.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-achieves-staggering-milestone-with-fifty-against-pakistan-in-t20-world-cup-2021-clash-423652">Virat Kohli achieves staggering milestone with fifty against Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2021 clash</a></strong></p>

<p>During the innings break, Shaheen Afridi said, "Glad I was able to execute the team plan. The plan was pick early wickets and then come back in the death and pick wickets again."</p>

<p>"I worked hard on my swing yesterday in the nets. It becomes easy for batsmen if it doesn't. I didn't mind going for runs in order to pick up wickets. [On the chase] The new ball will be difficult but the ball is coming onto the bat nicely. Hopefully we'll be able to chase this easily," he added.</p>

<p><strong>T20 World Cup in Pics:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/t20-world-cup-in-pics-indias-captain-virat-kohli-thwarts-pakistan-423615">India's captain Virat Kohli thwarts Pakistan</a></strong></p>

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<p>At toss, pakistan skipper Babar Azam said,&nbsp;"We are going to bowl first. We'll look to take early wickets and put pressure. Dew is also a factor."</p>

<p>"We have had good practice sessions and am confident about our preparations."</p>

<p>"Pakistan's bowlers are known to trouble other teams but I am confident about our batting too."</p>


Pakistan's star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi did most of the damage to the Indian innings as he send India's top order packing in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup contest on Sunday (October 24) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Pakistan's star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi did most of the damage to the Indian innings as he send India's top order packing in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup contest on Sunday (October 24) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Get LIVE updates here! Afridi (3/31 in 4 overs) had Rohit trapped in front of the wicket for a duck and then bowled KL Rahul after the batsman had run three singles. He also took Virat Kohli's wicket in the 19th over but gave away 19 runs. Will those 19 runs prove decisive? Virat Kohli's led from the front with a vital half-century as India recovered from a disastrous start to post a challenging 151 for seven. Besides Kohli's 49-ball 57, Rishabh Pant slammed 39 in 30 deliveries. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli achieves staggering milestone with fifty against Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2021 clash During the innings break, Shaheen Afridi said, "Glad I was able to execute the team plan. The plan was pick early wickets and then come back in the death and pick wickets again." "I worked hard on my swing yesterday in the nets. It becomes easy for batsmen if it doesn't. I didn't mind going for runs in order to pick up wickets. [On the chase] The new ball will be difficult but the ball is coming onto the bat nicely. Hopefully we'll be able to chase this easily," he added. T20 World Cup in Pics: India's captain Virat Kohli thwarts Pakistan Pure 🔥#T20WorldCup #INDvPAK https://t.co/IxSKyuJhLD — T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) October 24, 2021 × Shaheen Shah Afridi after wearing No 10 hits different. What a delivery that was to dismiss KL Rahul. ❤#T20WorldCup #PAKvIND pic.twitter.com/7b4dNbf3Ys — Daniyal Mirza (@Danitweets___) October 24, 2021 × View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × At toss, pakistan skipper Babar Azam said, "We are going to bowl first. We'll look to take early wickets and put pressure. Dew is also a factor." "We have had good practice sessions and am confident about our preparations." "Pakistan's bowlers are known to trouble other teams but I am confident about our batting too."

WATCH: Shaheen Afridi runs through India's top-order with stunning spell in T20 World Cup clash

<p>Mohammad Amir, who is a former star pacer of Pakistan, has lauded an Indian bowler ahead of India vs Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amir praised speedster Jasprit Bumrah, hailing him as the best T20 bowler in the world. The 29-year-old also opened up on the ongoing debate between Pak's Shaheen Afridi and Bumrah as he called it "foolish".</p>

<p>On the YouTube channel 'Uncut', Amir said, "See, comparing Shaheen with Bumrah at this point would be foolish because Shaheen is young and he is learning. And Bumrah has been doing well for India since so long and currently, I think he is the best T20 bowler, especially in the death over."</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/mentor-ms-dhoni-and-billion-cheers-jersey-why-indias-t20-world-cup-2021-campaign-will-be-remembered-forever-422991">Mentor MS Dhoni and Billion cheers jersey: Why India's T20 World Cup 2021 campaign will be remembered forever</a></strong></p>

<p>"But Shaheen is Pakistan's best bowler at the moment, given the way he has been performing in the last year, year-and-a-half. So, this promises to be a good contest. Bumrah bowls brilliantly with the new ball and among youngsters, Shaheen is the best when the ball is new."</p>

<p>"As far as fast bowling is concerned, Pakistan are better. Hasan Ali and Shaheen are doing well and Haris Rauf too. These are the best T20 bowlers in the death overs. From India's point of view, Bhuvi was struggling in the IPL, so Bumrah is the only one you can say is bowling well," added the former pacer.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-javed-miandads-mimicry-to-gautam-gambhir-shahid-afridi-spat-5-epic-moments-from-indo-pak-ties-422722">From Javed Miandad's mimicry to Gautam Gambhir-Shahid Afridi spat: 5 epic moments from Indo-Pak ties</a></strong></p>

<p>Pakistan's bowling department is led by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hasan Ali, which looks potent to trouble any opposition in the Super 12 stage.</p>

<p>India and Pakistan are set to lock horns in a high-octane clash on Sunday (October 24). &nbsp;</p>


Mohammad Amir, who is a former star pacer of Pakistan, has lauded an Indian bowler ahead of India vs Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman.

Mohammad Amir, who is a former star pacer of Pakistan, has lauded an Indian bowler ahead of India vs Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman. Amir praised speedster Jasprit Bumrah, hailing him as the best T20 bowler in the world. The 29-year-old also opened up on the ongoing debate between Pak's Shaheen Afridi and Bumrah as he called it "foolish". On the YouTube channel 'Uncut', Amir said, "See, comparing Shaheen with Bumrah at this point would be foolish because Shaheen is young and he is learning. And Bumrah has been doing well for India since so long and currently, I think he is the best T20 bowler, especially in the death over." IN PICS | Mentor MS Dhoni and Billion cheers jersey: Why India's T20 World Cup 2021 campaign will be remembered forever "But Shaheen is Pakistan's best bowler at the moment, given the way he has been performing in the last year, year-and-a-half. So, this promises to be a good contest. Bumrah bowls brilliantly with the new ball and among youngsters, Shaheen is the best when the ball is new." "As far as fast bowling is concerned, Pakistan are better. Hasan Ali and Shaheen are doing well and Haris Rauf too. These are the best T20 bowlers in the death overs. From India's point of view, Bhuvi was struggling in the IPL, so Bumrah is the only one you can say is bowling well," added the former pacer. ALSO READ | From Javed Miandad's mimicry to Gautam Gambhir-Shahid Afridi spat: 5 epic moments from Indo-Pak ties Pakistan's bowling department is led by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hasan Ali, which looks potent to trouble any opposition in the Super 12 stage. India and Pakistan are set to lock horns in a high-octane clash on Sunday (October 24).

T20 World Cup: Former Pak pacer opens up on Jasprit Bumrah and Shaheen Afridi's comparison

<p>The T20 World Cup 2021 has commenced with the qualifiers and the warm-up encounters being held simultaneously. While India are finalising their team combination in the practice games, all eyes are on their tournament-opener in the main draw of the showpiece event, versus Pakistan, on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.</p>

<p>Both India and Pakistan will play their first game in the ICC event against each other as the stage is set for a blockbuster face-off. For the unversed, the arch-rivals meet each other only during ICC or multi-nation tournaments and not in bilateral series, due to the political tension between the two neighbouring countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hence, whenever India-Pakistan meet in World Cups, it becomes a grand encounter as many cricket lovers remain glued to the television sets whereas a plethora of the gentlemen's game's lovers turn up inthe stadium. Ahead of the Indo-Pak tie, a fan asked Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi for the upcoming match's tickets (by asking him to check his pockets). To this, Afridi responded in a hilarious manner. Here's how it all panned out:</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-wc-shahid-afridi-issues-stern-warning-says-pakistan-can-surprise-anyone-rule-them-out-at-own-peril-422118"><strong>T20 WC: Shahid Afridi issues stern warning, says 'Pakistan can surprise anyone, rule them out at own peril'</strong></a></p>

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<p>India lead Pakistan 5-0 in the T20 WC history. They have never lost in any World Cup (ODIs and T20Is) versus the Men in Green. However, Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue won't take Babar Azam &amp; Co. lightly as they remain one of the top three sides in ICC T20I rankings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India and Pakistan are placed in Pool B along with New Zealand and Afghanistan whereas Australia, South Africa, England and West Indies find themselves in Pool A. Two teams, each, will join both the groups from the qualifiers.</p>

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The T20 World Cup 2021 has commenced with the qualifiers and the warm-up encounters being held simultaneously. While India are finalising their team combination in the practice games, all eyes are on their tournament-opener in the main draw of the showpiece event, versus Pakistan, on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

The T20 World Cup 2021 has commenced with the qualifiers and the warm-up encounters being held simultaneously. While India are finalising their team combination in the practice games, all eyes are on their tournament-opener in the main draw of the showpiece event, versus Pakistan, on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Both India and Pakistan will play their first game in the ICC event against each other as the stage is set for a blockbuster face-off. For the unversed, the arch-rivals meet each other only during ICC or multi-nation tournaments and not in bilateral series, due to the political tension between the two neighbouring countries. Hence, whenever India-Pakistan meet in World Cups, it becomes a grand encounter as many cricket lovers remain glued to the television sets whereas a plethora of the gentlemen's game's lovers turn up inthe stadium. Ahead of the Indo-Pak tie, a fan asked Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi for the upcoming match's tickets (by asking him to check his pockets). To this, Afridi responded in a hilarious manner. Here's how it all panned out: ALSO READ | T20 WC: Shahid Afridi issues stern warning, says 'Pakistan can surprise anyone, rule them out at own peril' When a fan asked Shaheen “ India Pakistan match ki tickets han ap k pass” Shaheen checking his pocket #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/jf9nLtRDdC — Asad Abdullah (@asad_qureshi257) October 19, 2021 × ALSO READ | T20 WC: Pakistani internet sensation returns with a hilarious video as Indo-Pak clash nears - WATCH India lead Pakistan 5-0 in the T20 WC history. They have never lost in any World Cup (ODIs and T20Is) versus the Men in Green. However, Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue won't take Babar Azam & Co. lightly as they remain one of the top three sides in ICC T20I rankings. India and Pakistan are placed in Pool B along with New Zealand and Afghanistan whereas Australia, South Africa, England and West Indies find themselves in Pool A. Two teams, each, will join both the groups from the qualifiers.

T20 WC: Fan asks Shaheen Afridi for Indo-Pak match tickets, pacer responds in hilarious manner - Watch

<p>Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has termed Shaheen Afridi a "genuine talent" after the tall pacer had a 10-wicket match haul in the tourist`s 109-run victory over West Indies in the second Test at Sabina Park on Wednesday (IST).<br />
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Thanks to Afridi`s maiden 10-wicket haul, Pakistan after losing the opening Test, clawed back in the second to level the series.<br />
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In the opening Test as well, Afridi had a match haul of eight wickets but West Indies eked out a one-wicket victory, with tailender Kemar Roach scoring a brilliant unbeaten 30 to guide the team to a historic win.<br />
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Hailing Afridi, Azam said at the post-match presentation that, "It was an important game for us after losing the first one. The way I played with Fawad and made that partnership was crucial and I thank the almighty for getting us this win. The partnership helped us and then that exceptional spell from Shaheen yesterday made things easy for us."<br />
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Azam had scored 75, and Fawad Alam notched up an unbeaten 124 as they guided Pakistan to 302/9 declared in the first innings and then put pressure on the home team.<br />
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"[Shaheen] he is a genuine talent, seems like he`s improving day by day and it`s lovely to have and watch someone like him in the team," added Azam.<br />
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After dismissing West Indies for 150, Pakistan went for a quick declaration in the second innings scoring 176/6 in the second innings in only 27.2 overs to leave West Indies in a difficult situation on a tricky wicket.<br />
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"We knew that the ball would turn on the last day and it worked out well. [Declaration] The plan was to take it to 330-340 and give them whatever number of overs were left after that on Day 4. We needed to win the series so we had to take a bold decision.<br />
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"The bowlers delivered, Nauman Ali especially on the final day, took some crucial wickets. We thought the last day would help the spinners, some patches were being formed. We knew it would assist Nauman and he used it well," said Azam.<br />
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"Such a great effort, it`s a team effort. The team needed from me and I delivered this time. It was tough because last day and the weather is really hot. As a team we knew that getting one wicket would get us another, so we looked to give 100 per cent. All credit goes to my brother Riaz Afridi -- he`s a brother, he`s a father, he`s everything to me. Credit to my family as well who are always praying for me," said Afridi.<br />
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Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has termed Shaheen Afridi a "genuine talent" after the tall pacer had a 10-wicket match haul in the tourist`s 109-run victory over West Indies in the second Test at Sabina Park on Wednesday (IST).

Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has termed Shaheen Afridi a "genuine talent" after the tall pacer had a 10-wicket match haul in the tourist`s 109-run victory over West Indies in the second Test at Sabina Park on Wednesday (IST). Thanks to Afridi`s maiden 10-wicket haul, Pakistan after losing the opening Test, clawed back in the second to level the series. In the opening Test as well, Afridi had a match haul of eight wickets but West Indies eked out a one-wicket victory, with tailender Kemar Roach scoring a brilliant unbeaten 30 to guide the team to a historic win. Hailing Afridi, Azam said at the post-match presentation that, "It was an important game for us after losing the first one. The way I played with Fawad and made that partnership was crucial and I thank the almighty for getting us this win. The partnership helped us and then that exceptional spell from Shaheen yesterday made things easy for us." Azam had scored 75, and Fawad Alam notched up an unbeaten 124 as they guided Pakistan to 302/9 declared in the first innings and then put pressure on the home team. "[Shaheen] he is a genuine talent, seems like he`s improving day by day and it`s lovely to have and watch someone like him in the team," added Azam. After dismissing West Indies for 150, Pakistan went for a quick declaration in the second innings scoring 176/6 in the second innings in only 27.2 overs to leave West Indies in a difficult situation on a tricky wicket. "We knew that the ball would turn on the last day and it worked out well. [Declaration] The plan was to take it to 330-340 and give them whatever number of overs were left after that on Day 4. We needed to win the series so we had to take a bold decision. "The bowlers delivered, Nauman Ali especially on the final day, took some crucial wickets. We thought the last day would help the spinners, some patches were being formed. We knew it would assist Nauman and he used it well," said Azam. "Such a great effort, it`s a team effort. The team needed from me and I delivered this time. It was tough because last day and the weather is really hot. As a team we knew that getting one wicket would get us another, so we looked to give 100 per cent. All credit goes to my brother Riaz Afridi -- he`s a brother, he`s a father, he`s everything to me. Credit to my family as well who are always praying for me," said Afridi.

Shaheen Afridi a genuine talent, says Babar Azam after Pakistan beat West Indies

<p>Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi's family approached Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi and his family for his daughter's marriage with the 20-year-old cricketer. Former Pakistan skipper confirmed the news on social media.</p>

<p>Shahid Afridi took to Twitter and wrote: "Shaheen's family approached my family for my daughter. Both families are in touch, matches are made in heaven if Allah wills this match will be made too. My prayers are with Shaheen for his continued success on and off the field."</p>

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<p>The young pacer made his international debut in a T20I against the West Indies in Karachi in April 2018. He is seen as a young talent in the country's cricket. Shaheen has played 22 T20Is and has scalped 24 wickets for Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The pacer has also claimed 45 wickets in the 21 ODIs. Shaheen has 48 wickets in Test format after playing 15 matches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaheen was a hotshot in the recently postponed Pakistan Super League. He picked up nine wickets in just four matches while playing for Lahore Qalandars.</p>


Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi's family approached Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi and his family for his daughter's marriage with the 20-year-old cricketer.

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi's family approached Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi and his family for his daughter's marriage with the 20-year-old cricketer. Former Pakistan skipper confirmed the news on social media. Shahid Afridi took to Twitter and wrote: "Shaheen's family approached my family for my daughter. Both families are in touch, matches are made in heaven if Allah wills this match will be made too. My prayers are with Shaheen for his continued success on and off the field." Shaheen's family approached my family for my daughter. Both families are in touch, matches are made in heaven, if Allah wills this match will be made too. My prayers are with Shaheen for his continued success on and off the field. — Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) March 7, 2021 × The young pacer made his international debut in a T20I against the West Indies in Karachi in April 2018. He is seen as a young talent in the country's cricket. Shaheen has played 22 T20Is and has scalped 24 wickets for Pakistan. The pacer has also claimed 45 wickets in the 21 ODIs. Shaheen has 48 wickets in Test format after playing 15 matches. Shaheen was a hotshot in the recently postponed Pakistan Super League. He picked up nine wickets in just four matches while playing for Lahore Qalandars.

Shahid Afridi's daughter to get engaged with this Pakistan pacer: Reports

<p>Hampshire's Shaheen Shah Afridi etched his name into the record books after a wonderful spell during a Vitality Blast encounter against Middlesex. Pakistan's pacer spearhead scalped four wickets in four deliveries to help Hampshire get a 20-run victory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaheen's achievement came when Middlesex nearly won the match as they needed just 22 runs off 16 deliveries. Set batsman John Simpson was at the crease with 48 runs. However, Afridi managed to dismiss four in four including Simpson and Hampshire won the match.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While bowling in the 18th over, Afridi dismissed Simpson, followed by Middlesex skipper Steve Finn, Thilan Walallawita and Tim Murtagh. With this, he became the first Pakistan player to achieve the feat of scalping four wickets in four balls. He also became the seventh player overall to touch this milestone.</p>

<p>Afridi registered bowling figures of 6/19. He as also named the man of the match at Rose Bowl, Southampton.</p>

<p>Hampshire managed to end their terrible run in the tournament after this win. The team just earned two victories from 10 matches in their campaign, finishing bottom in the South Group with only five points.</p>


Hampshire's Shaheen Shah Afridi etched his name into the record books after a wonderful spell during a Vitality Blast encounter against Middlesex. Pakistan's pacer spearhead scalped four wickets in four deliveries to help Hampshire get a 20-run victory.

Hampshire's Shaheen Shah Afridi etched his name into the record books after a wonderful spell during a Vitality Blast encounter against Middlesex. Pakistan's pacer spearhead scalped four wickets in four deliveries to help Hampshire get a 20-run victory. Shaheen's achievement came when Middlesex nearly won the match as they needed just 22 runs off 16 deliveries. Set batsman John Simpson was at the crease with 48 runs. However, Afridi managed to dismiss four in four including Simpson and Hampshire won the match. 🤯 @iShaheenAfridi That's it. That's the tweet. pic.twitter.com/tmh1gdBCcg — Hampshire Cricket (@hantscricket) September 20, 2020 × While bowling in the 18th over, Afridi dismissed Simpson, followed by Middlesex skipper Steve Finn, Thilan Walallawita and Tim Murtagh. With this, he became the first Pakistan player to achieve the feat of scalping four wickets in four balls. He also became the seventh player overall to touch this milestone. Afridi registered bowling figures of 6/19. He as also named the man of the match at Rose Bowl, Southampton. Hampshire managed to end their terrible run in the tournament after this win. The team just earned two victories from 10 matches in their campaign, finishing bottom in the South Group with only five points.

Watch: Hampshire’s Shaheen Afridi takes four wickets in four balls against Middlesex

<p>Test cricket returns to Pakistan for the first time in a decade today as Sri Lanka lock horns with the hosts in Rawalpindi for the opening game of the two-match series.</p>

<p>The visiting Sri Lankan team were given a warm reception on their arrival in Islamabad on Monday - with the Pakistan cricket board keen to mark this series as a watershed moment.</p>

<p>The two captains posed with the trophy for the series - which is officially part of the ICC world test championships - in Rawalpindi before going through the paces with their respective sides.</p>

<p>The hosts are keen to bounce back from a disastrous tour of Australia in which they suffered big innings defeats in both matches. In fact, they have not won a Test series since beating Australia in Dubai last year.</p>

<p>Pakistan will find a familiar face in the opposition camp - that of their former coach Mickey Arthur who is now in charge of the Sri Lankans.</p>

<p>The Islanders last played Tests in august in a home series against new Zealand that ended in a 1-1 draw. Before that, they had stunned South Africa in South Africa before the world cup.</p>

<p>Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;captain Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and opted to&nbsp;bat&nbsp;under overcast skies in the opening&nbsp;test&nbsp;against hosts&nbsp;Pakistan.</p>

<p>Experienced middle-order&nbsp;batsman Dinesh Chandimal is back in the&nbsp;Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;side for the first time since losing the captaincy after their defeat by Australia in Canberra in February.</p>

<p>Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;included one frontline spinner in Dilruwan Perera, dropped opening&nbsp;batsman Lahiru Thirimanne and brought in Oshada Fernando, who played the last of his two&nbsp;tests in February against South Africa.</p>

<p>The hosts, led by Azhar Ali, went with an all-pace attack with four fast bowlers in debutant Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi.</p>

<p>Opening&nbsp;batsman Abid Ali will make his debut in place of Imam-ul-Haq while there was no place for experienced leg-spinner Yasir Shah.</p>

<p><strong>Teams</strong></p>

<p><strong>Sri&nbsp;Lanka</strong>&nbsp;- Dimuth Karunaratne (captain), Oshada Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Dilruwan Perera, Vishwa Fernando, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara</p>

<p><strong>Pakistan&nbsp;</strong>- Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali (captain), Babar Azam, Asad Shafiq, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Test cricket returns to Pakistan for the first time in a decade today as Sri Lanka lock horns with the hosts in Rawalpindi for the opening game of the two-match series.

Test cricket returns to Pakistan for the first time in a decade today as Sri Lanka lock horns with the hosts in Rawalpindi for the opening game of the two-match series. The visiting Sri Lankan team were given a warm reception on their arrival in Islamabad on Monday - with the Pakistan cricket board keen to mark this series as a watershed moment. The two captains posed with the trophy for the series - which is officially part of the ICC world test championships - in Rawalpindi before going through the paces with their respective sides. The hosts are keen to bounce back from a disastrous tour of Australia in which they suffered big innings defeats in both matches. In fact, they have not won a Test series since beating Australia in Dubai last year. Pakistan will find a familiar face in the opposition camp - that of their former coach Mickey Arthur who is now in charge of the Sri Lankans. The Islanders last played Tests in august in a home series against new Zealand that ended in a 1-1 draw. Before that, they had stunned South Africa in South Africa before the world cup. Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and opted to bat under overcast skies in the opening test against hosts Pakistan. Experienced middle-order batsman Dinesh Chandimal is back in the Sri Lanka side for the first time since losing the captaincy after their defeat by Australia in Canberra in February. Sri Lanka included one frontline spinner in Dilruwan Perera, dropped opening batsman Lahiru Thirimanne and brought in Oshada Fernando, who played the last of his two tests in February against South Africa. The hosts, led by Azhar Ali, went with an all-pace attack with four fast bowlers in debutant Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi. Opening batsman Abid Ali will make his debut in place of Imam-ul-Haq while there was no place for experienced leg-spinner Yasir Shah. Teams Sri Lanka - Dimuth Karunaratne (captain), Oshada Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Dilruwan Perera, Vishwa Fernando, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara Pakistan - Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali (captain), Babar Azam, Asad Shafiq, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, 2019: Sri Lanka bat first as Test cricket returns to Pakistan after 10 years

<p>Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-test-captain-dimuth-karunaratne-arrested-for-drink-driving-206936">Dimuth Karunaratne</a> won the toss and opted to&nbsp;bat&nbsp;under overcast skies in the opening&nbsp;test&nbsp;against hosts&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;at Rawalpindi on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The two-match series marks&nbsp;Pakistan's first&nbsp;tests on home soil since the 2009 militant attack on&nbsp;Sri&nbsp;Lanka's team bus in Lahore. The current touring side have been promised watertight security during the visit.</p>

<p>Experienced middle-order&nbsp;batsman <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-recall-dinesh-chandimal-angelo-mathews-for-new-zealand-test-241726">Dinesh Chandima</a>l is back in the&nbsp;Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;side for the first time since losing the captaincy after their defeat by Australia in Canberra in February.</p>

<p>Sri&nbsp;Lanka&nbsp;included one frontline spinner in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/slvnz-watling-colin-de-grandhomme-put-new-zealand-ahead-in-second-test-245565">Dilruwan Perera</a>, dropped opening&nbsp;batsman Lahiru Thirimanne and brought in Oshada Fernando, who played the last of his two&nbsp;tests in February against South Africa.</p>

<p>The hosts, led by Azhar Ali, went with an all-pace attack with four fast bowlers in debutant Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi.</p>

<p>Opening&nbsp;batsman Abid Ali will make his debut in place of Imam-ul-Haq while there was no place for experienced leg-spinner Yasir Shah.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-arrive-for-first-tests-in-pakistan-since-2009-attack-267140">Sri&nbsp;Lanka</a>&nbsp;- Dimuth Karunaratne (captain), Oshada Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Dilruwan Perera, Vishwa Fernando, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-firmly-committed-to-saarc-gotabaya-rajapaksa-267154">Pakistan&nbsp;</a>- Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali (captain), Babar Azam, Asad Shafiq, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi</p>


Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and opted to bat under overcast skies in the opening test against hosts Pakistan at Rawalpindi on Wednesday. The two-match series marks Pakistan's first tests on home soil since the 2009 militant attack on Sri Lanka's team bus in Lahore.

Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and opted to bat under overcast skies in the opening test against hosts Pakistan at Rawalpindi on Wednesday. The two-match series marks Pakistan's first tests on home soil since the 2009 militant attack on Sri Lanka's team bus in Lahore. The current touring side have been promised watertight security during the visit. Experienced middle-order batsman Dinesh Chandimal is back in the Sri Lanka side for the first time since losing the captaincy after their defeat by Australia in Canberra in February. Sri Lanka included one frontline spinner in Dilruwan Perera, dropped opening batsman Lahiru Thirimanne and brought in Oshada Fernando, who played the last of his two tests in February against South Africa. The hosts, led by Azhar Ali, went with an all-pace attack with four fast bowlers in debutant Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi. Opening batsman Abid Ali will make his debut in place of Imam-ul-Haq while there was no place for experienced leg-spinner Yasir Shah. Teams Sri Lanka - Dimuth Karunaratne (captain), Oshada Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Dilruwan Perera, Vishwa Fernando, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara Pakistan - Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali (captain), Babar Azam, Asad Shafiq, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Shinwari, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi

Sri Lanka bat as test cricket returns to Pakistan

<p>David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne steered Australia to 70 for one in the opening session of the day-night second Test against Pakistan in Adelaide Friday, justifying skipper Tim Paine's decision to bat first.</p>

<p>On an overcast afternoon and with the floodlights on from the first ball, Warner was not out 45 and Labuschagne on 18 in ominous signs for the visitors, after the pair both made centuries in the first Test in Brisbane.</p>

<p>Pakistan need to win to square the two-match series, but the odds are heavily stacked against them, having lost 13 consecutive Tests in Australia.</p>

<p>Over the years, taking wickets in Australia has been a challenge for Pakistan and they shuffled their bowling attack for the pink-ball Test.</p>

<p>Veteran seamer Mohammad Abbas, who tormented Australia when he took 17 wickets in two Tests in the UAE last October, returned in place of Imran Khan while 16-year-old pace sensation Naseem Shah was rested.</p>

<p>That meant a debut for 19-year-old medium-fast right-armer Muhammad Musa, but it was Shaheen Afridi who stood out and gave Pakistan early hope by snaring Joe Burns.</p>

<p>With the ball moving off the seam, the opener got an edge to Mohammad Rizwan behind the stumps and was out for four.&nbsp;</p>

<p>That only brought Labuschagne to the crease.</p>

<p>He made 185 in the first Test and Warner 154, with the pair putting their heads down to grind out runs, picking off loose balls to keep the scoreboard ticking over.</p>

<p>Warner smacked eight fours, with Musa mostly on the receiving end, as he neared a 31st Test half-century.</p>

<p>But the economical Afridi made it tough going, getting the ball to swing and seam before the teams left the field five minutes early due to drizzle.</p>


David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne steered Australia to 70 for one in the opening session of the day-night second Test against Pakistan in Adelaide Friday, justifying skipper Tim Paine's decision to bat first.

David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne steered Australia to 70 for one in the opening session of the day-night second Test against Pakistan in Adelaide Friday, justifying skipper Tim Paine's decision to bat first. On an overcast afternoon and with the floodlights on from the first ball, Warner was not out 45 and Labuschagne on 18 in ominous signs for the visitors, after the pair both made centuries in the first Test in Brisbane. Pakistan need to win to square the two-match series, but the odds are heavily stacked against them, having lost 13 consecutive Tests in Australia. Over the years, taking wickets in Australia has been a challenge for Pakistan and they shuffled their bowling attack for the pink-ball Test. Veteran seamer Mohammad Abbas, who tormented Australia when he took 17 wickets in two Tests in the UAE last October, returned in place of Imran Khan while 16-year-old pace sensation Naseem Shah was rested. That meant a debut for 19-year-old medium-fast right-armer Muhammad Musa, but it was Shaheen Afridi who stood out and gave Pakistan early hope by snaring Joe Burns. With the ball moving off the seam, the opener got an edge to Mohammad Rizwan behind the stumps and was out for four. That only brought Labuschagne to the crease. He made 185 in the first Test and Warner 154, with the pair putting their heads down to grind out runs, picking off loose balls to keep the scoreboard ticking over. Warner smacked eight fours, with Musa mostly on the receiving end, as he neared a 31st Test half-century. But the economical Afridi made it tough going, getting the ball to swing and seam before the teams left the field five minutes early due to drizzle.

Dangerous David Warner frustrates Pakistan in second Test, Rain delays play

<p>Pakistani pacer Shaheen Afridi became the youngest bowler to take six wickets at the Cricket World Cup tournament while <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-pakistan-end-tournament-on-winning-note-defeat-bangladesh-by-94-runs-233423">playing against Bangladesh</a> on Friday at Lord's.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the process, he gave up just 36 runs, which is also the best bowling figure for a Pakistan bowler in the World Cup history.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For his extra brilliant spell, he was awarded Man of the Match award and for his tremendous effort, he gave credits to the bowling coach Azhar Mahmood.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While receiving the award, Shaheen said, "The bowling coach Ajju bhai (Azhar Mahmood) was helping me in the nets and I'm happy with this performance."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaheen also said that how senior players are helping him. "Whenever the senior guys tell me to bowl a yorker, I try to bowl one. Their experience is very helpful for me," said Shaheen.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 94 runs but despite that, they missed out on the semi-final stage of the tournament.&nbsp;</p>


Pakistani pacer Shaheen Afridi became the youngest bowler to take six wickets at the Cricket World Cup tournament while playing against Bangladesh on Friday at Lord's.

Pakistani pacer Shaheen Afridi became the youngest bowler to take six wickets at the Cricket World Cup tournament while playing against Bangladesh on Friday at Lord's. In the process, he gave up just 36 runs, which is also the best bowling figure for a Pakistan bowler in the World Cup history. For his extra brilliant spell, he was awarded Man of the Match award and for his tremendous effort, he gave credits to the bowling coach Azhar Mahmood. While receiving the award, Shaheen said, "The bowling coach Ajju bhai (Azhar Mahmood) was helping me in the nets and I'm happy with this performance." Shaheen also said that how senior players are helping him. "Whenever the senior guys tell me to bowl a yorker, I try to bowl one. Their experience is very helpful for me," said Shaheen. Shaheen Afridi appreciation post 🤩 👉 16 wickets at #CWC19 👉 Youngest to take a five-for at a World Cup 👉 Most wickets by a teenager in World Cups 👉 Best figures by a Pakistan bowler at a World Cup pic.twitter.com/8OUJIdsjtY — Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) July 5, 2019 × Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 94 runs but despite that, they missed out on the semi-final stage of the tournament.

Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi becomes youngest bowler to take six wickets at World Cup

<p>Lanky paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi took three quick wickets to leave New Zealand in desperate trouble at 46-4 in the World Cup match against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Mohammad Amir bowled Martin Guptill with the score on five before Shaheen had opener Colin Munro caught by Haris Sohail in the slips for 12.</p>

<p>Ross Taylor then edged a Shaheen delivery to wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed to depart for three and Tom Latham departed in similar fashion.</p>

<p>New Zealand, who won the toss and chose to bat, struggled passed fifty in the 16th over, with captain Kane Williamson and Jimmy Neesham unbeaten.</p>

<p>Shaheen's figures were an eye-catching 3-9 off his first six overs.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-new-zealand-win-the-toss-opt-to-bat-against-pakistan-230594">Overnight rain delayed the start</a> by an hour but the umpires decided the match would remain at 50 overs per side.</p>

<p>New Zealand, who are second on the 10-team table with 11 points, kept the same team for the fifth match in a row.</p>

<p>Pakistan, who are seventh in the table with five points, also kept faith with the team that beat South Africa at Lord's on Sunday.</p>

<p>If New Zealand win they will join title holders Australia in the semi-finals.</p>


Lanky paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi took three quick wickets to leave New Zealand in desperate trouble at 46-4 in the World Cup match against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday.

Lanky paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi took three quick wickets to leave New Zealand in desperate trouble at 46-4 in the World Cup match against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday. Mohammad Amir bowled Martin Guptill with the score on five before Shaheen had opener Colin Munro caught by Haris Sohail in the slips for 12. Ross Taylor then edged a Shaheen delivery to wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed to depart for three and Tom Latham departed in similar fashion. New Zealand, who won the toss and chose to bat, struggled passed fifty in the 16th over, with captain Kane Williamson and Jimmy Neesham unbeaten. Shaheen's figures were an eye-catching 3-9 off his first six overs. Overnight rain delayed the start by an hour but the umpires decided the match would remain at 50 overs per side. New Zealand, who are second on the 10-team table with 11 points, kept the same team for the fifth match in a row. Pakistan, who are seventh in the table with five points, also kept faith with the team that beat South Africa at Lord's on Sunday. If New Zealand win they will join title holders Australia in the semi-finals.

World Cup: Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi tears through New Zealand top order

<p>The latest edition of the ICC Under-19 ODI World Cup has begun in New Zealand from the 13th of January amidst a lot of anticipation. After all, this is the one tournament where we get to witness the stars of tomorrow in action and it is always fascinating to observe the young plethora of talent from the world over.</p>

<p>While the tournament is underway, there are a lot of players who are likely to leave a mark. Here is a look at five exciting young talents who will certainly be worth keeping an eye out for in the ICC U-19 World Cup 2018.</p>

<p><strong>Shubman Gill (India)</strong></p>

<p>Although Indian captain Prithwi Shaw is at the centre of all attention in this tournament, another young lad from the team who is likely to leave a mark is Shubman Gill from Punjab. The stylish middle-order batsman first made news when he slammed a majestic 351 off 271 balls in the Punjab Inter-District Under-16 tournament. Carrying his form from there, Gill also scored a double hundred on his Under-16 state debut for Punjab in the Vijay Merchant Trophy soon after. Blessed with a good technique and having a great attacking game, Gill currently averages an astounding 97.76 in Under-19 ODIs. Certainly, there is something about this batsman.</p>

<p><strong>Kamindu</strong><strong> Mendis (Sri Lanka)</strong></p>

<p>The Sri Lankan captain is playing his second straight U-19 ODI World Cup and is now well-renowned for his ambidextrous spin bowling skills. Kamindu Mendis can bowl both left and right arm spin and is equally proficient with both. Ever since he first displayed this rare skill in the last World Cup, Mendis has been hot property in Sri Lankan cricket and is being looked as the future bowling star for the country. Mendis is also a solid middle-order batsman and already has four half-centuries in Under-19 ODIs. It will be interesting to see how this ambidextrous spin bowler displays his unique craft in the upcoming tournament.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Baheer Shah (Afghanistan)</strong></p>

<p>If there is one U-19 cricketer this year who has created sensation the world over, it is Afghanistan&rsquo;s Baheer Shah. The 18-year-old commenced his career by slamming a record 256 in his maiden first-class match - the second highest debut score in the format. If one thought this was a fluke, Baheer proved it otherwise by striking a spectacular triple hundred five innings later and, thus, became the second youngest first-class triple centurion. Baheer&rsquo;s first-class average at present is a Bradmanesue 121.77 after 7 matches. With those glittering feats he has already achieved, the young Afghani batsman will surely be under a lot of focus this World Cup.</p>

<p><strong>Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan)</strong></p>

<p>Pakistan&rsquo;s ability to churn fast bowling sensations literally out of nowhere is remarkable. Shaheen Afridi seems to be another one in that burgeoning list. In his very first match in the Quaid-e-Azam trophy, (Pakistan&rsquo;s first-class domestic tournament) Shaheen grabbed a stunning 8-39 &ndash; the best figures by a Pakistani bowler on first-class debut &ndash; that destroyed the opposition. A fan of Pakistani legend Wasim Akram, this left-arm pacer is clearly inspired by his hero and has modeled his action on him and Australian speedster Mitchell Starc. With an ability to bring the ball into the right-handers and getting good pace and bounce, Shaheen Afridi will definitely be a major threat to batsmen this World Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Jason Sangha (Australia)</strong></p>

<p>The Australian team captain in this tournament is a confident young batsman and is the first Indian-origin cricketer to be leading an Australian side. Sangha caught the eye of the selectors with his performance against England in the pre-Ashes tour game in 2016 where he struck a superb hundred and at 18 years and 71 days became the youngest cricketer since Sachin Tendulkar to score a first-class century against England. Sangha&rsquo;s performances throughout the 2015 season were exceptional in youth cricket and he amassed runs in whatever tournament he played in during that phase. His strokeplay is suited for all formats and he has even got a BBL contract from Sydney Thunder. How he leads the Australian side in this World Cup while focusing on his own batting will be intriguing to watch.</p>

<p>The ICC U-19 World Cup has produced real stars of today like Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla, to name a few. With the tournament having gone bigger and attracting more attention now, the pressure to perform on the young stars in the event would be that much more.&nbsp; But the modern game having evolved so much, young cricketers today are truly fearless. The ICC U-19 World Cup 2018 will hence surely be one exhilarating tournament to watch. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL).</em></p>


The ICC U-19 World Cup has produced real stars of today like Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla, to name a few.

The latest edition of the ICC Under-19 ODI World Cup has begun in New Zealand from the 13th of January amidst a lot of anticipation. After all, this is the one tournament where we get to witness the stars of tomorrow in action and it is always fascinating to observe the young plethora of talent from the world over. While the tournament is underway, there are a lot of players who are likely to leave a mark. Here is a look at five exciting young talents who will certainly be worth keeping an eye out for in the ICC U-19 World Cup 2018. Shubman Gill (India) Although Indian captain Prithwi Shaw is at the centre of all attention in this tournament, another young lad from the team who is likely to leave a mark is Shubman Gill from Punjab. The stylish middle-order batsman first made news when he slammed a majestic 351 off 271 balls in the Punjab Inter-District Under-16 tournament. Carrying his form from there, Gill also scored a double hundred on his Under-16 state debut for Punjab in the Vijay Merchant Trophy soon after. Blessed with a good technique and having a great attacking game, Gill currently averages an astounding 97.76 in Under-19 ODIs. Certainly, there is something about this batsman. Kamindu Mendis (Sri Lanka) The Sri Lankan captain is playing his second straight U-19 ODI World Cup and is now well-renowned for his ambidextrous spin bowling skills. Kamindu Mendis can bowl both left and right arm spin and is equally proficient with both. Ever since he first displayed this rare skill in the last World Cup, Mendis has been hot property in Sri Lankan cricket and is being looked as the future bowling star for the country. Mendis is also a solid middle-order batsman and already has four half-centuries in Under-19 ODIs. It will be interesting to see how this ambidextrous spin bowler displays his unique craft in the upcoming tournament. Baheer Shah (Afghanistan) If there is one U-19 cricketer this year who has created sensation the world over, it is Afghanistan’s Baheer Shah. The 18-year-old commenced his career by slamming a record 256 in his maiden first-class match - the second highest debut score in the format. If one thought this was a fluke, Baheer proved it otherwise by striking a spectacular triple hundred five innings later and, thus, became the second youngest first-class triple centurion. Baheer’s first-class average at present is a Bradmanesue 121.77 after 7 matches. With those glittering feats he has already achieved, the young Afghani batsman will surely be under a lot of focus this World Cup. Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan) Pakistan’s ability to churn fast bowling sensations literally out of nowhere is remarkable. Shaheen Afridi seems to be another one in that burgeoning list. In his very first match in the Quaid-e-Azam trophy, (Pakistan’s first-class domestic tournament) Shaheen grabbed a stunning 8-39 – the best figures by a Pakistani bowler on first-class debut – that destroyed the opposition. A fan of Pakistani legend Wasim Akram, this left-arm pacer is clearly inspired by his hero and has modeled his action on him and Australian speedster Mitchell Starc. With an ability to bring the ball into the right-handers and getting good pace and bounce, Shaheen Afridi will definitely be a major threat to batsmen this World Cup. Jason Sangha (Australia) The Australian team captain in this tournament is a confident young batsman and is the first Indian-origin cricketer to be leading an Australian side. Sangha caught the eye of the selectors with his performance against England in the pre-Ashes tour game in 2016 where he struck a superb hundred and at 18 years and 71 days became the youngest cricketer since Sachin Tendulkar to score a first-class century against England. Sangha’s performances throughout the 2015 season were exceptional in youth cricket and he amassed runs in whatever tournament he played in during that phase. His strokeplay is suited for all formats and he has even got a BBL contract from Sydney Thunder. How he leads the Australian side in this World Cup while focusing on his own batting will be intriguing to watch. The ICC U-19 World Cup has produced real stars of today like Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla, to name a few. With the tournament having gone bigger and attracting more attention now, the pressure to perform on the young stars in the event would be that much more. But the modern game having evolved so much, young cricketers today are truly fearless. The ICC U-19 World Cup 2018 will hence surely be one exhilarating tournament to watch. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL).

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