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WATCH: Saim Ayub seals Guyana Amazon Warriors’ maiden CPL victory with a maximum

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After five losses in the Caribbean Premier League finals previously, Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) have finally got the crown in their sixth attempt. This victory befits their dominant campaign as they have pulled off six straight wins and lost just once in the league stage. Moreover, the top two run-scorers –  Shai Hope and Saim Ayub – and the top two wicket-takers of the season – Dwaine Pretorius and Imran Tahir – belong to them.

It was a below-par performance from the Trinbago Knight Riders batters at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. On a challenging surface, they showed a lack of application and instead of being patent, they tried power-hitting. After being asked to bat first, TKR openers Chadwick Walton and Mark Deyal gave a solid start for their team. However, star of the night Pretorius claimed the first of his four wickets by dismissing Dayal in the third over, inviting a collapse from the opposition.

Keacy Carty was TKR’s top scorer with 38, but that didn’t hurt GAW as it came off 45 balls. Pretorius, captain Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie shared nine wickets in the process of restricting them to 94-10 in 18.1 overs. Chasing a paltry total, Amazon Warriors lost the wicket of Keemo Paul early on. However, Saim Ayub and Shai Hope took them to the finish line. Needing six runs to win, Ayub smashed a six off Ali Khan and completed his half-century as well.

Watch the video of Saim Ayub’s match-winning six

This is one of the great achievements I have had in my life: Imran Tahir

Speaking after the match, GAW skipper Tahir said: “Beautiful (feeling). Great experience to play for this beautiful franchise and people who always support us. Everyone were sending jokes that I became captain. That actually motivated me, I wanna say thanks to those people. If I told you this is one of the great achievements I have had in my life. Want to congratulate all the players who did well, the youngsters. I really don’t know what to say, just want to say thank you to everyone for supporting us.”

“The players made my job easier, their familis. I am happy that I am the first captain to achieve this for Guyana. We were more hungry than ever before. Team belief was there. I told the team we have been the best team in the competition and if we play the way we have played to our potential we will win.”

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Ben Curran’s Zimbabwe Call-Up: A Historic Moment for the Curran Legacy

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Ben Curran, brother of England cricketers Sam and Tom Curran, has earned his maiden call-up to Zimbabwe’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. The Curran family has deep ties to Zimbabwean cricket, with Ben’s father, Kevin Malcolm Curran, and grandfather, Kevin Patrick Curran, representing Zimbabwe internationally.

The series begins with T20Is on December 11, followed by ODIs and Tests. Ben will feature exclusively in the 50-over format. A left-handed batter, Ben boasts an impressive domestic career, averaging 33.30 in List A and 34.70 in first-class cricket. His inclusion reflects Zimbabwe’s reliance on talent with global exposure.

Zimbabwe’s ODI squad, led by Craig Ervine, also features rising stars like Newman Nyamhuri. The T20I side, captained by Sikandar Raza, includes dynamic players like Blessing Muzarabani and Ryan Burl, signaling a balanced blend of experience and youth for the challenging series ahead.

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Australian Media Criticizes Rohit Sharma After Crushing Defeat to Australia

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Following India’s heavy loss to Australia in the first Test of the series, Australian media highlighted key concerns for the Indian team, including Rohit Sharma’s performance as captain. Pat Cummins and his team’s emphatic win by 209 runs sparked discussions about India’s bowling strategy and batting collapse.

Australian newspapers like The Age underscored Mitchell Starc’s lethal bowling display as a stark reminder of his prowess in Test cricket. Starc’s fiery spell dismantled India’s top order, a performance seen as pivotal in Australia’s dominant victory. The media also pointed out the pressure mounting on Rohit Sharma for tactical shortcomings, including field placements and decision-making under challenging circumstances.

India’s batting lineup faltered against Australia’s aggressive bowling, with only a few players resisting. Critics emphasized that the Indian team’s inability to adapt to the pink-ball conditions in Adelaide cost them dearly. The media also praised Australia for its disciplined approach, particularly the consistency of its pace attack, which Starc and Cummins led.

As the series progresses, this defeat puts India under immense pressure to bounce back, especially with the spotlight on Rohit Sharma’s leadership and the team’s resilience. Fans now await India’s response in the next Test.

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Chitwan Rhinos Secure Dominant 33-Run Victory Over Sudurpaschim Royals in NPL

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Chitwan Rhinos delivered a commanding performance to hand Sudurpaschim Royals their first defeat in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) at Kirtipur. Winning the toss, Chitwan set a competitive total of 164/5 in 20 overs, led by Hassan Eisakhil’s stellar 65 off 52 balls. Ravi Bopara added an explosive 36 off 18 balls, while Sudurpaschim’s bowlers Scott Kuggeleijn and Dipendra Singh Airee each picked up crucial wickets.

In response, Sudurpaschim struggled, bowled out for 131 in 18.2 overs. Despite Ishan Pandey’s resilient 35 and contributions from Saif Zaib and Brandon McMullen, Chitwan’s disciplined bowling attack, featuring Kushal Malla and Amar Routela taking two wickets each, sealed the game. Chitwan now sits third on the table, while Sudurpaschim retains second due to net run rate.

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