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ACC Men’s Emerging Cup: Pakistan A defeat Nepal by 4 Wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportColombo (Sri Lanka): Pakistan A beat Nepal by 4 wickets in the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Men’s Emerging Cup 2023 at Colombo Cricket Club Ground on Friday.Nepal captain Rohit Paudel won the toss and decided to bat first. Nepal managed 179 runs in 37 overs after losing all ten batters. Sompal Kami was the top scorer with 75 runs off 101 balls, as he hit 9 fours and 2 sixes. Pratis GC made 26 runs with 1 four and 2 sixes, Kushal Malla smashed 17 runs with 2 boundaries and 1 six, Arjun Saud made 17 runs with 2 fours and 1 six. Shahnawaz Dahani (5 for 38), Mohammad Wasim (4 for 51), Mubasir Khan (1 for 23) were wicket-taker bowlers for Pakistan A.In reply, Pakistan A made 181 for 6 runs in 32.5 overs. Tayyab Tahir was the top scorer with 51 runs off 67 balls, as he hit 6 fours. Omair Yousuf made 36 runs with 4 fours, Kamran Ghulam smashed 31 runs with 1 four and 2 sixes, Saim Ayub scored 24 runs with the help of 3 boundaries and 1 six. Lalit Rajbanshi (3 for 50), Pawan Sarraf (2 for 15), Kushal Malla (1 for 22) were wicket-taker bowlers for Nepal. Shahnawaz Dahani got the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard:Nepal (Batting) 179 runs all out in 37 oversSompal Kami (75 runs, 101 balls, 4x9, 6x2), Pratis GC (26 runs, 24 balls, 4x1, 6x2), Kushal Malla (17 runs, 18 balls, 4x2, 6x1), Arjun Saud (17 runs, 20 balls, 4x2, 6x1)Pakistan A (Bowling)Shahnawaz Dahani (5 for 38), Mohammad Wasim (4 for 51), Mubasir Khan (1 for 23)Pakistan A (Batting) 181 for 6 in 32.5 oversTayyab Tahir (51 runs, 67 balls, 4x6, 6x0), Omair Yousuf (36 runs, 40 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Kamran Ghulam (31 runs, 26 balls, 4x1, 6x2), Saim Ayub (24 runs, 25 balls, 4x3, 6x1)Nepal (Bowling)Lalit Rajbanshi (3 for 50), Pawan Sarraf (2 for 15), Kushal Malla (1 for 22)
Women Cricket News: Bangladesh thrash India by 4 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportMirpur (Bangladesh): Hosts ladies beat India by 4 wickets in a match of the Women’s Cricket Series 2023 at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur on Thursday.India women’s team captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and decided to bat first against the Bangladesh. The total score of India Women was 102 for 9 in 20 overs. Harmanpreet Kaur was the top scorer with 40 runs off 41 balls, as she hit 3 fours and 1 six. Jemimah Rodrigues made 28 runs with 4 boundaries, Yastika Bhatia smashed 12 runs with 1 four, Shafali Verma made 11 runs with 1 four. Rabeya Khan (3 for 16), Sultana Khatun (2 for 17), Shorna Akter (1 for 6) were wicket-taker bowlers for Bangladesh Women.In reply, Bangladesh Women’s total score was 103 in 18.2 overs. Shamima Sultana was the top scorer with 42 runs off 46 balls, as she hit 3 boundaries. Nigar Sultana made 14 runs off 20, Sultana Khatun smashed 12 runs with 2 fours, Shathi Rani scored 10 runs with 1 four. Devika Vaidya (2 for 16), Minnu Mani (2 for 28), Jemimah Rodrigues (1 for 9) were wicket-taker bowlers for the India Women. Shamima Sultana collected the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard:India Women (Batting) 102 for 9 in 20 oversHarmanpreet Kaur (40 runs, 41 balls, 4x3, 6x1), Jemimah Rodrigues (28 runs, 26 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Yastika Bhatia (12 runs, 17 balls, 4x1, 6x0), Shafali Verma (11 runs, 14 balls, 4x1, 6x0)Bangladesh Women (Bowling)Rabeya Khan (3 for 16), Sultana Khatun (2 for 17), Shorna Akter (1 for 6)Bangladesh Women (Batting) 103 for 6 in 18.2 oversShamima Sultana (42 runs, 46 balls, 4x3, 6x0), Nigar Sultana (14 runs, 20 balls, 4x0, 6x0), Sultana Khatun (12 runs, 8 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Shathi Rani (10 runs, 10 balls, 4x1, 6x0),India Women (Bowling)Devika Vaidya (2 for 16), Minnu Mani (2 for 28), Jemimah Rodrigues (1 for 9)
Women Cricket News: India overthrow Bangladesh by 8 runs
Sports Bulletin ReportMirpur (Bangladesh): India women defeat Bangladesh by 8 runs in 2nd match of the series at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur on Tuesday in a low scoring game.India women captain Harmanjeet Kaur won the toss and decided to bat first. India women scored only 95 for 8 in 20 overs. Shafali Verma was the top scorer with 19 runs off 14 balls, as she hit 4 boundaries. Amanjot Kaur smashed 14 runs with 2 fours, Smriti Mandhare made 13 runs with the help of 2 fours, Yastika Bhatia hit 11 runs with 1 four and wasted 13 balls. Sultana Khatun (3 for 21), Fatima Khatun (2 for 16), Nahida Akter (1 for 14), Rabeya Khan (1 for 16) were wicket-taker bowlers for Bangladesh women.In reply, Bangladesh could make only 87 runs in 20 overs. Nigar Sultana was the top scorer with 38 runs for Bangladesh, as she hit 2 fours, Shorna Akter made 7 off 17 runs, Nahida Akter smashed 6 off 12 runs, Shamima Sultana scored 4 off 4 with the help of 1 four. Deepti Sharma (3 for 12), Shafali Verma (3 for 15), Minnu Mani (2 for 9), Bareddy Anusha (1 for 20) were successful bowlers for India women. Deepti Sharma came down with the “Man of the Match” Award.Summarized scorecardIndia Women (Batting) 95 for 8 in 20 oversShafali Verma (19 runs, 14 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Amanjot Kaur (14 runs, 17 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Smriti Mandhare (13 runs, 13 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Yastika Bhatia (11 runs, 13 balls, 4x1, 6x0)Bangladesh (Bowling)Sultana Khatun (3 for 21), Fatima Khatun (2 for 16), Nahida Akter (1 for 14), Rabeya Khan (1 for 16)Bangladesh Women (Batting) 87 runs all out in 20 oversNigar Sultana (38 runs, 55 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Shorna Akter (7 runs, 17 balls, 4x0, 6x0), Nahida Akter (6 runs, 12 balls, 4x0, 6x0), Shamima Sultana (5 runs, 4 balls, 4x1, 6x0)India Women (Bowling)Deepti Sharma (3 for 12), Shafali Verma (3 for 15), Minnu Mani (2 for 9), Bareddy Anusha (1 for 20)
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)
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)
Women’s Cricket News: India thrash Bangladesh by 7 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportMirpur (Bangladesh): India Women’s cricket team conquered Bangladesh Women by 7 wickets in the match played here at Shere Bangla National Stadium Dhaka, Bangladesh on Monday.India women’s team captain Harmanpreet Kaur Captain won the toss and asked the hosts to bat first. Bangladesh Women could score merely 114 for 5 runs in 20 overs. Shorna Akter was the top scorer with 28 off 28 balls, as she hit 2 sixes. Sobhana Mostary made 23 runs with 2 boundaries, Shathi Rani contributed 22 runs with 4 fours while Shamima Sultana hit 17 runs with 2 fours and 1 six. Pooja Vastrakar (1 for 16), Shafali Anusha (1 for 18), Minnu Mani (1 for 21) were wicket-taker bowlers for India Women.In reply, India Women completed their target of 118 runs for 3 in 16.2 overs. Harmanpreet Kaur was the top scorer with 54 runs off 35 balls, as she hit 6 boundaries and 2 sixes. Smriti Mandhana made 38 runs with 5 fours, Jemimah Rodrigues scored 11 runs with 2 fours, Yastika Bhatia hit 9 runs with 1 four. Sultana Khatun (2 for 25), Marufa Akter (1 for 18) were wicket-taker bowlers for Bangladesh Women. Harmanpreet Kaur got the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard:Bangladesh Women (Batting) 114 for 5 runs in 20 oversShorna Akter (28 runs not out, 28 balls, 4x0, 6x2), Sobhana Mostary (23 runs, 33 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Shathi Rani (22 runs, 26 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Shamima Sultana (17 runs, 13 balls, 4x2, 6x1)India Women (Bowling)Pooja Vastrakar (1 for 16), Shafali Anusha (1 for 18), Minnu Mani (1 for 21)India Women (Batting) 118 for 3 in 16.2 oversHarmanpreet Kaur (54 runs not out, 35 balls, 4x6, 6x2), Smriti Mandhana (38 runs, 34 balls, 4x5, 6x0), Jemimah Rodrigues (11 runs, 14 balls, 4x2, 6x0), Yastika Bhatia (9 runs not out, 12 balls, 4x1, 6x0)Bangladesh Women (Bowling)Sultana Khatun (2 for 25), Marufa Akter (1 for 18)
CRICKET - 10 Jul, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportHarare (Zimbabwe): Sri Lanka outclassed Netherlands by 128 runs in the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Qualifier 2023 match at Harare Sports Club on Sunday.The Netherlands captain Scott Edwards won the toss and decided to field first. Sri Lanka all out in 47.5 overs at a total of 233 runs. Sahan Arachchige was the top scorer with 57 runs off 71 balls, as he hit 4 fours. Kusal Mendis made 43 runs with 5 fours and 1 sixes, Charith Asalanka scored 36 runs with 4 boundaries, Wanindu Hasaranga made 29 runs with 4 fours and 1 six. Vikramjit Singh (2 for 12), Logan van Beek (2 for 40), Ryan Klein (2 for 42) were wicket-taker bowlers for Netherland.In reply, Netherland made only 105 runs and wasted all batters in 23.3 overs. Max O’Dowd was the top scorer with 33 runs off 63 balls. He hit 1 four and 1 six. Logan van Beek made 20 runs with 1 four, Vikramjit Singh scored 13 runs with 3 four. Maheesh Theekshana (4 for 31), Dilshan Madushana (3 for 18), Wanindu Hasaranga (2 for 35) were wicket-taker bowlers for Sri Lanka. Dilshan Madushanka got the “Man of the Match” award.Summarized Scorecard:Sri Lanka (Batting) 233 runs all out in 47.5 oversSahan Arachchige (57 runs, 71 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Kusal Mendis (43 runs, 52 balls, 4x5, 6x1), Charith Asalanka (36 runs, 36 balls, 4x4, 6x0), Wanindu Hasaranga (29 runs, 21 balls, 4x2, 6x1)Netherlands (Bowling)Vikramjit Singh (2 for 12), Logan van Beek (2 for 40), Ryan Klein (2 for 42), Netherlands (Batting) 244 for 2 runs in 44.2 oversMax O’Dowd (33 runs, 63 balls, 4x1, 6x1), Logan van Beek (20 runs not out, 24 balls, 4x1, 6x0), Vikramjit Singh (13 runs, 14 balls, 4x3, 6x0)Sri Lanka (Bowling)Maheesh Theekshana (4 for 31), Dilshan Madushana (3 for 18), Wanindu Hasaranga (2 for 35)
Women's Skills Camp’s first phase completes at the NCA Lahore
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: The second phase of the women's skills camp will start from July 13, as the first concluded today at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. 20 players from Lahore and adjoining areas featured in the five-day camp from July 5 to July 9.Head Coach Mark Coles expressed his satisfaction with the progress made during the camp. He said, “It was truly inspiring to witness the talent and determination displayed by these cricketers. They have showcased tremendous potential, and I am confident that their hard work and commitment will help the coaching staff as well as the selectors to identify future talent in women’s cricket.”The following is the list of invited players:Names of players: Anoosha Nasir, Eyman Fatima, Fatima Sana, Gull Rukh, Humna Bilal, Huraina Sajjad, Khadija Chishti, Lubna Behram, Maham Manzoor, Maham Tariq, Masooma Zahra, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Najiha Alvi, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Saima Malik, Syeda Aroob Shah, Yusra Amir and Zaib-un-NisaCoaching staff: Mark Coles (head coach), Taufeeq Umar (batting coach), Saleem Jaffer (bowling coach), Mauhtashim Rashid (fielding coach) and Dr Rabia Siddiq (physiotherapist).
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)
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)
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