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Mandhana's brilliance goes in vain as RCBW succumb to DCW Smriti Mandhana's Brilliant Innings goes invain as Royal Challengers Bangalore Women succumb to Delhi Capitals DCW clinch victory against RCBW in a thrilling contest In a riveting showdown at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, the Delhi Capitals Women emerged victorious, defeating the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women by 25 runs in the 7th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, held on February 29th, Thursday. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women faced a formidable challenge as the Delhi Capitals Women posted an imposing total of 194/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Shafali Verma set the stage on fire with a blistering knock of 50 runs off just 31 balls, comprising four towering sixes and three boundaries. Alice Capsey contributed a solid 46 runs off 33 balls, while Marizanne Kapp and Jess Jonassen provided crucial impetus with quickfire innings of 32 runs off 16...

 UP Warriorz stun MIW in WPL 2024 UP Warriorz Secure Sensational Victory Over Mumbai Indians Women in Match number 6 of WPL 2024 on 28th February, Wednesday at Bengluru In a thrilling showdown during the 6th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, the UP Warriorz stunned the cricket world by claiming a remarkable 7-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians Women. Despite the Mumbai side posting a respectable total of 161/6 in their allotted 20 overs, the UP Warriorz chased down the target with incredible efficiency, reaching 163/3 in just 16.3 overs. The Mumbai Indians Women's innings was characterized by solid batting performances, with Hayley Matthews leading the charge with a gritty knock of 55 runs off 47 balls. Supported by valuable contributions from Yastika Bhatia, who scored 26 runs off 22 balls, and Amelia Kerr, with 23 runs from 16 balls, MIW managed to set a competitive target. However, the UP Warriorz bowlers displayed discipline and shared the wickets evenly, ...

RCBW secure convincing victory over GGT  Royal Challengers Bangalore Women secure convincing win over Gujarat Giants Women in Match 5th of WPL 2024 In a thrilling encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) clinched a commanding victory against the Gujarat Giants Women (GGT) in the 5th match of the Women's Premier League 2024 on Tuesday, 27th February. Batting first, Gujarat Giants Women managed to post a total of 107/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Hemalatha showcased her batting prowess with a notable contribution of 31 runs off 25 balls, while Harleen Deol supported the innings with a steady knock of 22 runs off 31 balls. However, the RCBW bowlers displayed exceptional skill and discipline, with Australian all-rounder Molineux leading the attack with a remarkable spell of 3 wickets for 25 runs. Renuka Singh also made a significant impact with figures of 2 wickets for 14 runs. Chasing a modest target, Royal Challengers Bangalor...

 Neil Wagner retires from International Cricket New Zealand left-arm quick retires after being told he would not be selected in the upcoming series against Australia. Neil Wagner, the renowned New Zealand left-arm fast bowler, has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect. The decision came after he was informed by the selectors that he would not be part of the squad for the forthcoming two-Test series against Australia, scheduled to commence on Thursday. The 37-year-old Wagner, who made a significant impact on New Zealand cricket since moving from South Africa, made the emotional announcement following a candid conversation with coach Gary Stead. Despite being invited to join the squad for the first Test, Wagner felt it was the right time to bid farewell to the international arena. During his illustrious career spanning 64 Tests, Wagner amassed 260 wickets at an impressive average of 27.57, with a remarkable strike rate of 52.7. His bowling prowess ...

 Delhi Capitals Women dominate UP Warriorz in WPL 2024 In a riveting clash marking the 4th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 season, Delhi Capitals Women exhibited a stellar performance, overpowering UP Warriorz with a comfortable 9-wicket victory. The match, held at an electrifying stadium, witnessed remarkable displays of skill and strategy from both sides, ultimately culminating in Delhi Capitals Women's triumph. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Delhi Capitals Women set the tone early on with a formidable bowling attack led by Marizanne Kapp and Radha Yadav. Kapp's magnificently executed spell stifled the opposition, restricting UP Warriorz to a modest total of 119/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite the efforts of top scorer Shweta Sehrawat, who managed to accumulate 45 runs, UP Warriorz struggled to gain momentum against the disciplined bowling unit of Delhi Capitals Women. The highlight of the bowling innings came from Radha Yadav, who wreak...

MIW secure comfortable win over GGW in WPL 2024 clash Mumbai Indians Women Secure Comfortable Victory over Gujarat Giants in WPL 2024 Encounter In the 3rd match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, Mumbai Indians Women (MIW) emerged victorious with a convincing 5-wicket win over Gujarat Giants (GGT), showcasing a dominant performance throughout the game. GGT struggled to set a challenging total, posting 126/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite contributions from skipper Mooney (24 off 22 balls), Tanuja Kanwar (28 off 21 balls), and Bryce (25 off 24 balls), they failed to build substantial partnerships against the disciplined MIW bowling attack. Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail led the charge, with Kerr taking 4 wickets for 17 runs and Ismail grabbing 3 wickets for 18 runs. Chasing the target, MIW faced an early hiccup with openers Yastika Bhatia and Hayley Matthews departing cheaply, scoring only 7 runs each. However, skipper Harmanpreet Kaur anchored the innings brilliantly, s...

PM Modi inaugurates Sudarshan Setu in Gujarat PM Modi inaugurates Sudarshan Setu, India's Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge in Gujarat Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially opened Sudarshan Setu, India's longest cable-stayed bridge, marking a significant milestone in Gujarat's infrastructure development. Stretching approximately 2.32 kilometers, Sudarshan Setu links the Okha mainland with Beyt Dwarka, an island near the renowned Dwarkadhish temple in Gujarat. Formerly known as the 'Signature Bridge,' Sudarshan Setu stands as a testament to engineering marvels, boasting a unique design and architectural finesse. Prime Minister Modi, accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, inaugurated the bridge, which he described as his 'dream project.' The inauguration of Sudarshan Setu underscores the government's commitment to enhancing connectivity and facilitating easier access for pilgrims and residents alike. Previously, travelers relied on boat tra...

RCBW secure thrilling 2-Run win over UP Warriorz  In a nail-biting encounter at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCBW) clinched a thrilling 2-run win against UP Warriorz (UPW) in the second match of the season. Despite UP Warriorz holding a commanding position midway through the match, RCBW staged a remarkable comeback to emerge victorious. The game witnessed an intense battle with several standout performances. Grace Harris and Shweta Sehrawat of UP Warriorz built a formidable 77-run partnership for the fourth wicket, steering their team into a strong position by the second timeout. However, the tide turned dramatically when RCBW's Asha entered the fray for her final over, claiming three crucial wickets and shifting the momentum in her team's favor. Despite a late surge from UP Warriorz's Poonam Khemnar, who smashed successive boundaries and posed a threat, RCBW's Wareham and Molineux kept their nerves steady, delivering cru...

WPL adheres to Old DRS Rules despite International changes The Women's Premier League (WPL) is currently in its second season, but it's still operating under outdated Decision Review System (DRS) rules in at least one aspect. Specifically, the league continues to employ a clause regarding caught-behind reviews during stumping appeals—a rule that has been abandoned internationally. Despite recent updates by the International Cricket Council (ICC) dropping the review of caught-behind on stumping checks, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has opted to maintain the old rule for the ongoing WPL. This decision was made to ensure consistency with the rules that were in place at the beginning of the domestic season, which commenced in September. Notably, the ICC amended this rule only in December of the previous year. The question remains whether the BCCI will revise this clause for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL), scheduled to kick off exactly a month from now o...

 WPL 2024 Opener: MIW stage sensational victory against DCW The Women's Premier League 2024 commenced with an electrifying encounter between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore. In a match brimming with talent and drama, MI emerged victorious in a thrilling finale that left spectators on the edge of their seats. The match saw the seasoned campaigner Meg Lanning making her debut appearance in Bangalore, adding another chapter to her illustrious career. Despite a quiet start, Lanning showcased her class by swiftly changing gears and steering the MI innings alongside Alice Capsey. Her astute leadership further silenced any doubts regarding her commitment to the Capitals franchise. Capsey, under slight pressure amidst a star-studded overseas lineup, vindicated the management's faith with a blazing 75 off just 53 deliveries, setting the stage for a formidable total. Jemimah Rodrigues then delivered a captivating finis...

Shoaib Bashir's brilliance puts England in control on Day 2 against India England spinner Shoaib Bashir showcased his prowess with the ball, grabbing four crucial wickets on Day 2 of the fourth Test against India in Ranchi. His remarkable performance restricted India to 219/7 at stumps, placing England on the cusp of a significant lead. At the close of play, Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav remained unbeaten for India, having accumulated 42 runs off 106 balls. Following Joe Root's impressive unbeaten 122, England posted a total of 353 runs before lunch. Despite a strong start from Indian batsmen Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, who put up 82 runs on a challenging pitch, Bashir's marathon 31-over spell turned the tide in England's favor. He dismantled the Indian batting order, dismissing key players including Gill (38), Rajat Patidar, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jaiswal (73). Bashir's dismissal of Jaiswal was particularly noteworthy, as the Indian opener fell victim to a del...

BCCI unveils IPL 2024 Schedule: CSK vs RCB in the Opener The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the schedule for the much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. The announcement, made on Thursday, has set the stage for an exciting tournament kick-off with defending champions Chennai Super Kings locking horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore in Chennai on March 22 at the iconic Chepauk stadium. However, the schedule unveiled covers only the initial 21 matches of the tournament. Fans can expect the fixtures for the remaining games to be announced in due course, adding to the suspense and anticipation surrounding the league. Apart from the 10 cities already designated as hosts for the first 21 matches, the league stage is set to expand to include Delhi, Dharamshala (home ground of Punjab Kings), and Guwahati (home ground of Rajasthan Royals). Notably, Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals will continue to play two home games each at their alternative venue...