Stephen Fleming. Nathan Astle. Scott Styris. These were the names that etched New Zealand’s lone men’s white-ball tournament triumph into history. The Black Caps’ thrilling four-wicket win over India in the 2000 Champions Trophy final in Kenya remains a defining moment in their cricketing journey—one that inspired an entire generation.
Twelve years of waiting, a campaign built on resilience, and one final hurdle against a team that has so often been India’s Achilles' heel—the New Zealand challenge. The stakes couldn’t be higher as Rohit Sharma’s men step onto the field at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, seeking to reclaim the ICC Champions Trophy and rewrite history.
Mohamed Salah scored two penalties as toppers Liverpool came from behind to defeat bottom-placed Southampton 3-1 at Anfield, stretching their lead at the top of the Premier League to 16 points here on Saturday.
Harleen Deol was the real architect of Gujarat Giants’ five-wicket victory over the Delhi Capitals as she allowed Beth Mooney, Deandra Dottin, and captain Ashleigh Gardner to display their power-hitting while simultaneously racking up a score of 70, off 49 deliveries, to seal victory.
Pune district team struggled to log full points, Mumbai Suburb got their act together in the second half while Nagpur and Yavatmal scored at will on the opening day in the Sub-Junior Category of Asmita Hockey State League, at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Friday.
Sri Lanka, the 2014 World T20 champions, have the greatest net run rate in the group and a two-point lead over the rest of the field unless something spectacular happens. In the group stages, the Sri Lankans have lived up to their hype, but they have had their issues, including having to fight back against Ireland in their previous match.
Paine, who recently sparked controversy with a harsh remark directed at England's touring team, is hoping to play for Tasmania soon after beginning light training.
The 21-year-old had tested positive for Covid-19 on her return to the national camp at the National Institute of Sport (NIS) in Patiala last week.
Roy expressed his dejection on Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer along with Sam Curran missing the marquee tournament for England.
Bangladesh captain Mahmudhullah won the toss and opted to bat against Papua New Guinea in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 at Al Amerat.
