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‘Fir se haar gaye’ – Fans react as India beat England by five wickets in Ranchi to take unassailable lead of 3-1

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India's Dhruv Jurel scored against England
India's Dhruv Jurel scored against England (Image Credit: Twitter)

On Day Four of the Ranchi Test between India and England, the home side has taken the game home and the series. On the first day of the game last Friday, the Three Lions won the toss and elected to bat first. It seemed like a crucial moment given the way the pitch looked before the game. Meanwhile, at Lunch, the visitors were 112/5.

The likes of Joe Root (122*), Ben Foakes (47), and Ollie Robinson (58) helped the team get to 353 runs on Day Two. In reply, the home team lost the wicket of Rohit Sharma early. However, the likes of Yashavi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill put together 82 runs for the second wicket. This partnership was broken by Shoaib Bashir. This led to a collapse as the Asian side was reduced to 177/7 late on Day Two.

At the end of the day, the team was tottering at 219/7. On Day Three, the likes of Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav batted for an hour and put together 76 for the eighth wicket. The former scored 90 runs before falling as the 10th wicket. He added another 40 runs with debutant Akash Deep. They helped the team reach 307 all-out, allowing the European side to get a lead of only 40 runs.

India makes a comeback in the second innings to take a 3-1 lead

With a lead of only 46 runs, the Ben Stokes-led side needed to get at least something equal to the first innings total. However, the Indian spin trio of Ravichandran Ashwin, Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja combined for 10 wickets with Ashwin picking his first fifer of the series.

The opposition was bowled out for 145, asking India to chase 192 runs to win the game. India has a great start as the likes of Sharma and Jaiswal put together 82 runs for the first wicket. However, the opposition managed to make a comeback with 120/5. The likes of Shubman Gill and Jurel put together an unbeaten partnership of 72 runs to win the game for the team.

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Kathmandu Gurkhas Set Modest Target for Janakpur Bolts in NPL

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Kathmandu Gurkhas, after opting to bat first, set Janakpur Bolts a modest target of 102 runs in their ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL) match. Kathmandu’s innings ended at 101/10 in 19.3 overs. They struggled throughout, with only Gerhard Erasmus (20) and Stephen Eskinazi (17) offering resistance. The rest of the batting line-up faltered, with notable contributions from Karan KC (19) and Shahab Alam (8*).

Janakpur’s bowlers dominated, with Lalit Rajbanshi and Sher Malla both taking three wickets each, while Mohammad Mohsin added two. The Bolts are now tasked with chasing a relatively low total to secure the win.

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Pokhara Avengers Secure Thrilling Super Over Win Against Biratnagar Kings

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The Pokhara Avengers emerged victorious in a nail-biting super over against Biratnagar Kings in the Nepal Premier League. Biratnagar posted 140 runs, which Pokhara matched, taking the game into the super over.

In the super over, Pokhara posted 19 runs, thanks to a strong contribution from Raymon Reifer. Biratnagar struggled to chase down the target, managing only five runs, securing a crucial win for Pokhara. This result keeps Pokhara’s playoff hopes alive, while Biratnagar became the second team to be eliminated from the tournament.

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Mohammad Rizwan Faces Backlash for Underwhelming Knock in Pakistan’s Loss to South Africa

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Mohammad Rizwan has come under heavy fire for his performance during Pakistan’s loss to South Africa in a high-stakes match. Critics described his innings as lackluster, accusing him of playing a “shameless” and “criminal” knock that failed to meet the demands of the situation. His inability to accelerate scoring when required drew ire from fans and analysts alike, with many questioning his intent and decision-making under pressure.

While Rizwan’s cautious approach ensured some stability, it proved inadequate against South Africa’s aggressive game plan. His inability to shift gears in critical moments ultimately hurt Pakistan’s chances, and his performance sparked a broader debate about his role and strategy in the team’s batting order. Some commentators were particularly scathing, questioning how Rizwan could reflect on his effort given the circumstances.

The incident has added to the scrutiny of Pakistan’s overall performance in the tournament, with many demanding better strategies and execution from key players. Rizwan, regarded as a pivotal figure in the lineup, now faces the challenge of responding to the criticism and delivering under pressure in future matches.

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