Saturday, November 23
Virat Kohli's recent form slump has cast a shadow over India's upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign against Australia. Despite a stellar career record against the Aussies, Kohli's dwindling Test average and lack of centuries in recent years have raised concerns. However, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting remains optimistic about Kohli's ability to turn things around on Australian soil.
Sanju Samson etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Indian batter to score consecutive T20I centuries. His blistering 107 off 50 balls powered India to a commanding 61-run victory against South Africa in the series opener at Kingsmead, Durban. Samson's innings, studded with seven fours and ten sixes was hailed by social media.
Indian Paralympian Navdeep Singh recently appeared on The Great Indian Kapil Show. He shared a funny moment with actor Rajpal Yadav. The interaction went viral on social media. Navdeep won a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. He set a season-best throw in the men's javelin F41 event. India achieved a record-breaking performance at the Paralympics.
Sanju Samson's explosive century (107 off 50 balls) powered India to a commanding 61-run victory against South Africa in the first T20I in Durban. Samson credited captain Suryakumar Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir for their unwavering support during his challenging phases. Their guidance and communication boosted his confidence, enabling him to deliver a match-winning performance.
Pakistani cricketer Ahmad Shahzad lauded Sanju Samson's consecutive T20I centuries, urging India to give him the recognition he deserves. Shahzad emphasized the rarity of such a feat, highlighting Samson's back-to-back centuries against South Africa. Samson's blistering 107 off 50 balls in the first T20I powered India to a commanding victory, solidifying his place among T20 stalwarts.
India triumphed over South Africa by 61 runs in the first T20I in Durban, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Suryakumar Yadav spearheaded India's victory. Indian bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya are nearing Jasprit Bumrah's record of 89 T20I wickets. Both Pandya and Arshdeep played vital roles in India’s 2024 T20 World Cup triumph.
After a resounding victory in the first T20I against South Africa, India are aiming to clinch the series in the second match. Sanju Samson's century stole the show, but India's top order instability remains a concern. Abhishek Sharma's inconsistent form and the need for reliable finishers are key areas for improvement.
The West Indies have announced a strong 15-man squad for their first two T20I matches against England at Kensington Oval in Barbados. The home team, boasting an unbeaten streak in T20I series since 2023, welcomes back key players like Akeal Hosein and Andre Russell. Matthew Forde, fresh off a stellar ODI series, replaces the suspended Alzarri Joseph.
