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CRICKET - Int News 12 Jul, 2023

Cricket News: Hosts Bangladesh defeat Afghanistan by 7 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportChattogram (Bangladesh): Hosts batters crushed Afghanistan by 7 wickets in the Afghanistan tour of Bangladesh at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram on Tuesday.Afghanistan Captain won the toss and decided to bat first. Afghanistan batters scored a meager total of 126 runs and wasted all players, as they wasted 45.2 overs. Azmatullah Omarzai was the top scorer with 56 runs off 71 balls, as he hit 1 boundary and 3 sixes. Hashmatullah Shahidi smashed 22 runs with 4 fours. Majeeb Ur Rehman made 11 runs with the help of 2 fours, Najeebullah Zadran hit 10 runs with 1 four and wasted 22 balls. Shoroful Islam (4 for 21), Taskin Ahmed (2 for 23), Taijul Islam (2 for 33), Sakib Al Hasan (1 for 13) were wicket-taker bowlers for Bangladesh.In reply, Bangladesh could made 129 for 3 23.3 overs. Litton Das was the top scorer with 53 runs and wasted 60 balls, as he hit 3 fours and 2 six, Shakib Al Hasan made 39 off 39 runs with the help of 5 boundaries, Towhid Hridoy smashed 22 off 19 runs with 1 four, Najmul Hossain Shanto scored 11 off 15 with the help of 2 fours. Fazalhaq (2 for 26), Mohammad Nabi (1 for 7) Were successful bowlers for India women. Shoroful Islam got “Man of the Match” Award.Summarized scorecardAfghanistan (Batting) 126 runs all out in 45.2 oversAzmatullah Omarzai (56 runs, 71 balls, 4x1, 6x0), Hashmatullah Shahidi (22 runs, 54 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Majeeb Ur Rehman (11 runs, 34 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Najeebullah Zadran (10 runs, 22 balls, 4x1, 6x0)Bangladesh (Bowling)Shoroful Islam (4 for 21), Taskin Ahmed (2 for 23), Taijul Islam (2 for 33), Sakib Al Hasan (1 for 13)Bangladesh (Batting) 129 for 3 runs in 23.3 oversLitton Das (53 runs, 60 balls, 4x3, 6x2),  Shakib Al Hasan (39 runs, 39 balls, 4x5, 6x0), Towhid Hridoy (22 runs, 19 balls, 4x1, 6x0), Najmul Hossain Shanto (11 runs, 15 balls, 4x2, 6x0)India Women (Bowling)Fazalhaq (2 for 26), Mohammad Nabi (1 for 7) 

CRICKET - Int News 10 Jul, 2023

Emerging Teams Asia Cup: Shaheens to take on India A on July 19
An eight-team ACC Men’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023 to start on July 13 in ColomboSports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Pakistan A cricket team known as Shaheens will take on traditional foes India A on July 19 in the eight-team ACC Men’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023, as a 50-over tournament will be held from July 13 to 23 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Shaheens will depart from Lahore for Sri Lanka via Dubai in the wee hours of Tuesday.Shaheens are slotted in Group B with India A, Nepal and United Arab Emirates (UAE) A. Shaheens will open their campaign on 14 July with the match against Nepal, after which they play UAE A and India A on 17 and 19 July, respectively. Top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals which will be played on 21 July. The final of the tournament will be held on 23 July.Captain Mohammad Haris said: “We are ready for the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup. We won't let the pressure of being defending champions affect us. Instead, we will keep things simple, remain composed, and strive for consistent performances.“The players have shown great commitment and dedication during the camp, and we have prepared ourselves according to the conditions in Sri Lanka. Having been to Sri Lanka before, we are familiar with the challenges we may face.“Our team's combination is excellent, with a talented group of all-round players. Each member brings something unique to the table, and I have complete confidence in their abilities.“This tournament serves as a crucial opportunity for everyone to showcase their skills and stake their claim for a spot in the national team. With a great deal of white-ball matches scheduled for the men's team in the future, there are plenty of chances for players to make a mark and secure their place.”Head Coach Mohammad Masroor said: “The players have trained really hard and responded well in the training sessions here at the National Cricket Academy. They have shown dedication and determination, which is commendable. This is an excellent platform for these young cricketers to demonstrate their abilities and aptitude.“It is truly remarkable to see that most of the players in the squad have shared experiences playing together at the age-group level. This familiarity and camaraderie amongst them are valuable assets for our team. I have high hopes that this unity will translate into good results for the team. Together, they can achieve great things and leave a lasting impact in this tournament.”Names of players: Mohammad Haris (captain, wicketkeeper) (Peshawar), Omair Bin Yousuf (vice-captain) (Karachi), Amad Butt (Sialkot), Arshad Iqbal (Swabi), Haseebullah (Quetta), Kamran Ghulam (Peshawar), Mehran Mumtaz (Rawalpindi), Mubasir Khan (Islamabad), Mohammad Wasim Jnr (North Waziristan), Qasim Akram (Lahore), Sahibzada Farhan (Charsadda), Saim Ayub (Karachi), Shahnawaz Dahani (Larkana), Sufiyan Muqeem (AJK) and Tayyab Tahir (Gujrat)Team officials: Shahid Aslam (manager), Mohammad Masroor (head coach), Hanif Malik (batting/fielding coach), Umar Rashid (bowling coach) and Imtiaz Ahmed (physiotherapist)Pakistan’s fixtures: (July 14, vs Nepal, July 17 vs UAE, July 19 vs India A)

CRICKET - Int News 08 Jul, 2023

Cricket News: Afghanistan crush hosts Bangladesh by 142 runs
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (145), Ibrahim Zadran (100) hit tons to set 331 runs on boardSports Bulletin ReportChattogram (Bangladesh): A couple of notable performances with the bat by Rahmanullah Gurbaz (145), and Ibrahim Zadran (100) helped Afghanistan to beat hosts Bangladesh by 142 runs in the second one-day international of the 3-match tie at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram on Saturday. Afghanistan earned a 2-0 unbeaten lead in the series.Bangladesh captain Litton Das won the toss and elected to field first. Afghanistan 9 batter dismissed in 50 overs at a total of 331 runs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the top scorer with 145 runs, as he faced 125 balls, and hit 13 boundaries and 8 sixes. Ibrahim Zadran also scored a ton off 119 balls with the help of 9 fours and a solitary six. Mohammad Nabi made 25 runs after hitting one four and one massive six while Nahibullah Zadran wasted 15 balls for his 10 runs. Shakib Al Hasan (2 for 50), Mehidy Hasan Mirza (2 for 60), Mustafizur Rahman (2 for 60) were wicket-taker bowlers for Bangladesh.In reply, Bangladesh failed to complete their target of 332 runs in a 50 overs per innings fixture. They could score only 189 in 43.2 overs after losing their all 10 batters. Mustafizur Rahman was the top scorer with 69 runs, as he hit 6 fours. Shakib Al Hasan made 25 runs off 29 balls with 3 fours, Mehidy Hasan Mirza smashed 25 runs with the help of 2 fours, and Towhid Hridoy scored 16 runs with 2 fours. Fazalhaq Farooqi (3 for 22), Mujeeb Ur Rahman (3 for 40), Rashid Khan (2 for 28) were wicket-taker bowlers for Afghanistan. Rahmanullah Gurbaz got the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard: Afghanistan (Batting) 331 for 9 in 50 oversRahmanullah Gurbaz (145 runs, 125 balls, 4x13, 6x8), Ibrahim Zadran (100 runs, 119 balls, 4x9, 6x1), Mohammad Nabi (25 runs not out, 15 balls, 4x1, 6x1), Nahibullah Zadran (10 runs not out, 15 balls, 4x1, 6x0)Bangladesh (Bowling)Shakib Al Hasan (2 for 50), Mehidy Hasan Mirza (2 for 60), Mustafizur Rahman (2 for 60)Bangladesh (Batting) 189 runs all out in 43.2 oversMustafizur Rahman (69 runs, 85 balls, 4x6, 6x0),  Shakib Al Hasan (25 runs, 29 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Mehidy Hasan Mirza (25 runs, 48 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Towhid Hridoy (16 runs, 34 balls, 4x2, 6x0)Afghanistan (Bowling)Fazalhaq Farooqi (3 for 22), Mujeeb Ur Rahman (3 for 40), Rashid Khan (2 for 28)

CRICKET - Int News 08 Jul, 2023

ICC World Cup Qualifier: Sri Lanka outclass West Indies by 8 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportHarare (Zimbabwe): Sri Lanka outclassed West Indies by 8 wickets in their last match of the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Qualifier 2023 at Harare Sports Club on Friday.The Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and decided to field first. West Indies all out in 48.1 overs at a total of 243 runs. Keacy Carty was the top scorer with 87 runs off 96 balls, as he hit 6 fours and 1 six. Johnson Charles made 39 runs with 3 fours and 2 sixes, Romario Shepherd smashed 26 runs with 3 boundaries, Kevin Sinclair made 25 runs with 2 fours. Maheesh Theekshana (4 for 34), Dushan Hemantha (2 for 49), Sahan Arachchige (1 for 18) were wicket-taker bowlers for Sri Lanka.In reply, Sri Lanka made 244 for 2 in 44.2 overs to post a big win. Pathum Nissanka was the top scorer with 104 runs off 113 balls. He hit 14 boundaries. Dimuth Karunaratne made 83 runs with 7 fours, Kusal Mendis smashed 34 runs with3 four. Kevin Sinclair (1 for 52), and Akeal Hosein (1 for 54) were wicket-taker bowlers for the West Indies. Maheesh Theekshana got the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard:West Indies (Batting) 243 runs all out in 48.1 oversKeacy Carty (87 runs, 96 balls, 4x6, 6x1), Johnson Charles (39 runs, 38 balls, 4x3, 6x2), Romario Shepherd (26 runs, 21 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Kevin Sinclair (25 runs, 36 balls, 4x2, 6x0)Sri Lanka (Bowling)Maheesh Theekshana (4 for 34), Dushan Hemantha (2 for 49), Sahan Arachchige (1 for 18)Sri Lanka (Batting) 244 for 2 runs in 44.2 oversPathum Nissanka (104 runs, 113 balls, 4x14, 6x0), Dimuth Karunaratne (83 runs, 92 balls, 4x7, 6x0), Kusal Mendis (34 runs not out, 43 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Sadeera Samarawickrama (17 runs not out, 4x1, 6x0)West Indies (Bowling)Kevin Sinclair (1 for 52), Akeal Hosein (1 for 54)

CRICKET - Int News 05 Jul, 2023

ICC World Cup Qualifier: Ireland beat Nepal by 2 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportHarare (Zimbabwe): Ireland beat Nepal by 2 wickets in International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Qualifier 2023 here at Harare Sports Club on Tuesday.Ireland Captain Andy Balbirnie won the toss and decided to field first against Nepal. Nepal batters aggregated 268 for 9 in 50 overs. Gulsan Jha was the top scorer with 57 runs with the help of 4 fours and 3 sixes. Arjun Saud made 48 runs with 3 boundaries and 2 sixes, and Kushal Malla was another notable contributor with 44 runs. He hit 5 fours and 2 sixes. Craig Young (2 for 36), Mark Adair (2 for 47), Barry McCarthy (2 for 63) were wicket- taker bowlers for Ireland.Ireland achieved their target of 269 runs in 49.2 overs. Curtis Campher was the top scorer with 62 runs with the help of 8 boundaries and 1 six, Harry Tector hit 60 runs with 4 fours and 2 sixes, George Dockrell smashed 33 runs with 2 fours and 1 six. Karan KC (4 for 58), Kishore Mahato (2 for 55), Gulsan Jha (1 for 42) were wicket-taker bowlers for Nepal. Curtis Campher achieved the award of the Man of the Match.Summarized Scorecard:Nepal (Batting): 268 for 9 runs in 50 oversGulsan Jha (57 runs not out, 42 balls, 4x4, 6x3), Arjun Saud (48 runs, 84 balls, 4x3, 6x2), Kushal Malla (44 runs, 38 balls, 4x5, 6x2)Ireland (Bowling)Craig Young (2 for 36), Mark Adair (2 for 47), Barry McCarthy (2 for 63)Ireland (Batting): 269 for 8 runs in 49.2 oversCurtis Campher (62 runs, 59 balls, 4x8, 6x1), Harry Tector (60 runs, 76 balls, 4x4, 6x2), George Dockrell (33 runs, 47 balls, 4x2, 6x1)Nepal (Bowling)Karan KC (4 for 58), Kishore Mahato (2 for 55), Gulsan Jha (1 for 42) 

CRICKET - Int News 04 Jul, 2023

ECB announces 2024 England Women's and Men's home schedule
Sports Bulletin ReportLondon (UK): England Women and England Men to play concurrent white-ball series against Pakistan to open the international summer. England Women return to high-capacity venues including Edgbaston, Headingley, The Ageas Bowl, The Kia Oval and Lord’s.England Men host Pakistan Men in four IT20s before flying out to defend their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title in the United States and Caribbean. England Men to play three-match Test Series against West Indies Men and Sri Lanka Men. England Women host New Zealand Women in a three-match ODI Series and a five-match IT20 Series. England Men to end summer with eight white-ball matches against Australia Men.England Men will begin their Test summer following their return from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, when they host both West Indies Men (July 10-30) and Sri Lanka Men (August 21 – September 10). Each series will be three Tests.Women’s IT20 Series v Pakistan WomenMay 11: 1stWomen’s IT20 – Edgbaston, BirminghamMay 17: 2ndWomen’s IT20 – The County Ground, NorthamptonMay 19: 3rdWomen’s IT20 – Headingley, LeedsWomen’s ODI Series v Pakistan WomenMay 23: 1stWomen’s One-Day International – The Incora County Ground, DerbyMay 26: 2ndWomen’s One-Day International – The Cooper Associates County Ground, TauntonMay 29: 3rdWomen’s One-Day International – The Cloud County Ground, ChelmsfordWomen’s ODI Series v New Zealand WomenJune 26: 1stWomen’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-StreetJune 29: 2ndWomen’s One-Day International – New Road, WorcesterJuly 3: 3rdWomen’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Stadium, BristolWomen’s IT20 Series v New Zealand WomenJuly 6: 1stWomen’s IT20 – The Ageas Bowl, SouthamptonJuly 9: 2ndWomen’s IT20 – The 1stCentral County Ground, HoveJuly 11: 3rdWomen’s IT20 – The Spitfire Ground, St LawrenceJuly 13: 4thWomen’s IT20 – The Kia Oval, LondonJuly 17: 5thWomen’s IT20, Lord’s, LondonMen’s IT20 Series v Pakistan MenMay 22: 1stMen’s IT20 – Headingley, LeedsMay 25: 2ndMen’s IT20 – Edgbaston, BirminghamMay 28: 3rdMen’s IT20 – Sophia Gardens, CardiffMay 30: 4thMen’s IT20 – The Kia OvalMen’s Test Series v West Indies MenJuly 10-14: 1stMen’s Test – Lord’s, LondonJuly 18-22: 2ndMen’s Test – Trent Bridge, NottinghamJuly 26-30: 3rdMen’s Test – Edgbaston, BirminghamMen’s Test Series v Sri Lanka MenAug 21-25: 1stMen’s Test – Emirates Old Trafford, ManchesterAug 29 – Sept 2: 2ndMen’s Test – Lord’s, LondonSept 6-10: 3rdMen’s Test – The Kia OvalMen’s IT20 Series v Australia MenSept 11: 1stMen’s IT20 – The Ageas Bowl, SouthamptonSept 13: 2ndMen’s IT20 – Sophia Gardens, CardiffSept 15: 3rdMen’s IT20 – Emirates Old Trafford, ManchesterMen’s ODI Series v Australia MenSept 19: 1stMen’s One-Day International – Trent Bridge, NottinghamSept 21: 2ndMen’s One-Day International - Headingley, LeedsSept 24: 3rdMen’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Riverside, Chester-le-StreetSept 27: 4thMen’s One-Day International – Lord’s, LondonSept 29: 5thMen’s One-Day International – Seat Unique Stadium, Bristol

CRICKET - Int News 04 Jul, 2023

Cricket News: Pakistan men and women teams to tour England in 2024
Men’s team to play 4 T20Is, Women play 3 T20Is and 3 One Day InternationalsSports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Pakistan’s men’s and women’s cricket teams will visit England next year to play a bilateral white-ball cricket series before the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in in the West Indies and the United States of America (USA). Men’s team will play 4 T20Is while Women’s team will contest in 3 T20Is and 3 One Day Internationals during the trip.Before visiting United Kingdom (UK), Green Shirts will play a three-T20I series against the Netherlands and two-T20I series against Ireland. Pakistan women’s squad will also tour England in May 2024 for three T20Is and three ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25 fixtures.The tour will commence with the first T20I in Birmingham on May 11, 2024. England is ranked second and Pakistan seventh in the ICC Women’s T20I Team Rankings, while Pakistan (10 points) is currently third in the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-25 and England seventh (six points) with one less series of three ODIs.Schedule (Women’s Series)May 11. 2024: 1st T20I at Edgbaston, BirminghamMay 17, 2024: 2nd T20I at The County Ground, Northampton May 19, 2024: 3rd T20I at Headingley, Leeds May 23, 2024: 1st ODI –DerbyMay 26, 2024: 2nd ODI at TauntonMay 29, 2024: 3rd ODI at Chelmsford Schedule (Men’s Series)May 22, 2024: 1st T20I at Headingley, Leeds May 25, 2024: 2nd T20I at Edgbaston, Birmingham May 28, 2024: 3rd T20I at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff May 30, 2024: 4th T20I at The Oval, London

CRICKET - Int News 27 Jun, 2023

Cricket News: ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 schedule announced
England, New Zealand to play the opener fixture: Pakistan to meet India on October 15 in Ahmedabad Sports Bulletin ReportMumbai (India):-The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the schedule for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 at a ‘Countdown to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023’ event in Mumbai, as Ahmedabad will host World Cup opener between the finalist teams of 2019 world cup England and New Zealand on October 5.As many as 10 teams feature in what will be the biggest Cricket World Cup ever, to be played across 10 venues from 5 October to 19 November, with the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosting the tournament opener and the final and also high voltage contest between two traditional foes nation India and Pakistan on October 15, 2023.Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Dharamsala, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune are other hosts of the international cricket nation. Guwahati and Thiruvananthapuram will join Hyderabad in hosting the practice games.Eight teams have qualified for the 46-day event through the Cricket World Cup Super League while the final two spots will be taken by the finalists of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier taking place in Zimbabwe.The tournament retains the round-robin format of last time with all teams playing against each other for a total of 45 league matches. There are six day matches which will start at 10h30 Indian Standard Time (IST) while all other matches, including the knockouts, will be day-night fixtures starting at 14h00 IST.The top four teams will qualify for the semifinals, to be played in Mumbai on 15 November and in Kolkata on 16 November. The semi-finals and the final will have reserve days.ICC Chief Executive, Geoff Allardice said:“We are delighted to release the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 schedule which is always a huge occasion ahead of any global event.“Hundreds of millions of fans around the world will be part of what we hope will be the greatest ever Men’s Cricket World Cup and we know in India the teams will enjoy a unique electric atmosphere concluding with the winners lifting the trophy in the biggest cricket stadium in the world in Ahmedabad.”BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said:“It’s a matter of great honour and pride to be hosting the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in different cities across India, showcasing the rich diversity of our country.“The fervour and passion for cricket in India is unique. I am sure fans both here and abroad would be looking forward to the tournament’s return to India for the first time since 2011, when our team became the first to lift the trophy on home soil.“I wish all the teams the very best in their preparations and look forward to hosting what promises to be another exciting tournament.”ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule by Venues:Ahmedabad5 October – England vs New Zealand15 October – India vs Pakistan4 November – England vs Australia10 November – South Africa vs Afghanistan19 November – FinalHyderabad6 October – Pakistan vs Qualifier 19 October – New Zealand vs Qualifier 112 October – Pakistan vs Qualifier 2Dharamsala7 October – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan (Day Game)10 October – England vs Bangladesh16 October – South Africa vs Qualifier 122 October – India vs New Zealand29 October – Australia vs New Zealand (Day Game)Delhi7 October – South Africa vs Qualifier 211 October – India vs Afghanistan15 October – England vs Afghanistan25 October – Australia vs Qualifier 16 November – Bangladesh vs Qualifier 2Chennai8 October – India vs Australia14 October – New Zealand vs Bangladesh (Day Game)18 October – New Zealand vs Afghanistan23 October – Pakistan vs Afghanistan27 October – Pakistan vs South AfricaLucknow13 October – Australia vs South Africa17 October – Australia vs Qualifier 221 October – Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 2 (Day Game)29 October – India vs England3 November – Qualifier 1 vs AfghanistanPune19 October – India vs Bangladesh30 October – Afghanistan vs Qualifier 21 November – New Zealand vs South Africa8 November – England vs Qualifier 112 November – Australia vs Bangladesh (Day Game)Bengaluru20 October – Australia vs Pakistan26 October – England vs Qualifier 24 November – New Zealand vs Pakistan (Day Game)9 November – New Zealand vs Qualifier 211 November – India vs Qualifier 1Mumbai21 October – England vs South Africa24 October – South Africa vs Bangladesh2 November – India vs Qualifier 27 November – Australia vs Afghanistan15 November – Semifinal 1Kolkata28 October – Qualifier 1 vs Bangladesh31 October – Pakistan vs Bangladesh5 November – India vs South Africa12 November – England vs Pakistan16 November – Semifinal 2

CRICKET - Int News 26 Jun, 2023

ICC World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe beat USA by 304 runs
Seam Williams scores 174 runs, USA score 104 runs in 25.1 oversSports Bulletin ReportHarare (Zimbabwe):- The host’s team Zimbabwe thrashed the United States of America (USA) by 304 runs in the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Qualifier 2023 match here at Harare Sports Club Zimbabwe on Monday.The USA captain Monank Patel won the toss and decided to field first, as Zimbabwe batters scored 408 in 50 overs. Sean Williams was the top scorer with 174 runs with the help of 21 boundaries and 5 sixes. Joylord Gumbie smashed 78 runs with 5 fours while Sikandar Raza made 48 runs including 5 boundaries and 2 sixes for Zimbabwe. Abhishek Paradkar (3 for 78), Jessy Singh (2 for 97), Nosthush Kenjige (1 for 62) were wicket-taker bowlers for the USA.USA whole team could score only 104 runs in 25.1 overs. Abhishek Paradkar was the top scorer with 24 runs with the help of 3 boundaries, Jessy Singh hit 21 runs with 4 fours, Gajanand Singh smashed 16 runs including 1 six. Sikandar Raza (2 for 15), Richard Ngarava (2 for 25), and Ryan Burl (1 for 18) were bowlers from Zimbabwe. Sean Williams was presented with the Player of the Match award.Summarized scorecardZimbabwe (Batting) 408 for 6 in 50 oversSean Williams (174 runs, 101 balls, 4x21, 6x5), Joylord Gumbie (78 runs, 103 balls, 4x5, 6x0), Sikandar Raza (48 runs, 27 balls, 4x5, 6x2)USA (Bowling)Abhishek Paradkar (3 for 78), Jessy Singh (2 for 97), Nosthush Kenjige (1 for 62)USA (Batting) 104 runs all out in 25.1 oversAbhishek Paradkar (24 runs, 31 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Jessy Singh (21 runs, 26 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Gajanand Singh (16 runs, 16 balls, 4x0, 6x1)Zimbabwe (Bowling)Sikandar Raza (2 for 15), Richard Ngarava (2 for 25), Ryan Burl (1 for 18)

CRICKET - Int News 24 Jun, 2023

ICC World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe beat West Indies by 35 runs
Nayyab AbdulISLAMABAD:-The hosts Zimbabwe beat West Indies by 35 runs in the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Qualifier match in Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe on Saturday.West Indies Captain wicketkeeper batter Shai Hope won the toss and elected to field first against Zimbabwe. Hosts batters made 268 runs and wasted their all wickets on the penultimate delivery of the innings. Sikandar Raza was the top scorer with 68 runs and hit 6 boundaries and a couple of huge sixes. Ryan Burl made 50 runs with the help of 5 fours and 1 six while skipper Craig Ervine smashed 47 runs including 7 fours. Keemo Paul claimed 3 for 61, Alzarri Joseph got 2 wickets and Akeal Hosein achieved 2 wickets for West Indies.While West Indies could score 233 runs in 44.4 overs. Kyle Mayers was the top scorer with 56 runs, Roston Chase made 44 runs with four boundaries, Nicholas Pooran smashed 34 runs with the help of 4 fours and 2 sixes. Tendai Chatara (3 for 52), Richard Ngarava (2 for 25), and Blessing Muzarabani (2 for 33) were successful bowlers for the winning side. Sikandar Raza was named the player of the match.Summarized Scorecard:Zimbabwe (Batting) 268 runs all out in 49.5 oversSikandar Raza (68 runs, 58 balls, 4x6, 6x2), Ryan Burl (50 runs, 57 balls, 4x5, 6x1), Craig Ervine (47 runs, 58 balls, 4x7, 6x0)West Indies (Bowling)Keemo Paul (3 for 61), Alzarri Joseph (2 for 42), Akeal Hosein (2 for 45)West Indies (Batting) 233 runs all out in 44.4 oversKyle Mayers (56 runs, 72 balls, 4x8, 6x1), Roston Chase (44 runs, 53 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Nicholas Pooran (34 runs, 36 balls, 4x3, 6x2)Zimbabwe (Bowling)Tendai Chatara (3 for 52), Richard Ngarava (2 for 25), Blessing Muzarabani (2 for 33)
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