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India debut upcoming for forever performing Sai Sudarshan? as GT thrashes Rajasthan in a 58-run victory
In a tournament dominated by big chases, Gujarat Titans are turning the tide with another successful 200+ defense — their third in a row — and their fourth straight win overall.
They started strong with the ball, removing Nitish Rana and Yashasvi Jaiswal early to dent Rajasthan Royals’ chase. Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson showed some fight, but the introduction of impact sub Kuldeep Sen Khejroliya changed the game again. Rashid Khan, back near his best, spun a web around the batters, picking up two vital wickets and tightening the screws.
Despite a valiant effort from Shimron Hetmyer and a fluent knock from Samson, the chase never gained enough momentum. Prasidh Krishna sealed it by dismissing Hetmyer and striking again in the death overs.
Gujarat’s clinical, all-round performance is bringing a sense of order back to the IPL chaos. With their bowling firing and momentum on their side, the Titans are fast becoming serious contenders once again.
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Harry Brook Puts England First, Eyes Ashes Glory Over T20 Silverware
Harry Brook is all in. Named England’s new white-ball captain at just 26, he’s vowed to prioritize country over cash, shelving franchise cricket ambitions to focus on reviving England’s ODI and T20 fortunes. The Yorkshireman, already one of England’s key all-format players, takes charge at a crucial time, following a string of disappointments in both white-ball formats.
With a T20 World Cup looming next year and high-stakes Test series against India and Australia on the horizon, Brook's plate is full. Yet, his eyes are firmly set on the Ashes tour next winter—he considers Ashes success a bigger milestone than lifting a World Cup.
Currently ranked No. 2 in the ICC Test batting rankings, Brook will also serve as vice-captain in red-ball cricket and lead the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred. He’s squeezing in some County Championship matches for Yorkshire before the Zimbabwe Test in May.Despite a lean Champions Trophy campaign, Brook believes leadership could reignite his form. He referenced his strong performance in last year’s Australia series, where he averaged 78 while leading the side.“When you’re captain, you want to win that bit more,” Brook said. “I’ve always hated losing, but now I want to set the tone and bring that competitiveness in a positive way for the group.”
In Harry Brook, England may have found not just a future leader — but a present-day game-changer.
Continue reading :Harry Brook to shelve franchise cricket as England captain
“I've never been more motivated to score runs."
Domestic cricket + T20 leagues
Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals
GT 217/6 (20)
RR 159 (19.2)
Gujarat Titans won by 58 runs
Wednesday History:
Kenya’s Historic Upset Over West Indies (2003 World Cup)
Every once in a while, cricket gives us a story that feels more like a movie script than real life. One such day came during the 2003 World Cup, when Kenya – yes, Kenya – pulled off one of the biggest upsets in cricket history. And they did it against none other than the mighty West Indies.
Let’s set the scene. The match was in Nairobi, Kenya’s backyard, but that didn’t change the fact that they were massive underdogs. Batting first, Kenya barely scraped together 166 runs. It didn’t look like nearly enough — especially with legends like Brian Lara and Shiv Chanderpaul waiting in the opposition dugout.
But cricket, as we know, loves drama.
Kenya came out with fire and belief. Thomas Odoyo and Martin Suji struck early, and suddenly, there was tension. Then came Collins Obuya — a leg-spinner who wasn’t exactly a household name — and spun pure magic. He ended up with figures of 5 for 24, tearing through the West Indies like it was a local club game.
The Caribbean side, known for their swagger and power, were bundled out for just 93.
Kenya didn’t just win a cricket match that day — they changed how the world looked at them. That incredible win kickstarted a dream run that took them all the way to the semi-finals of the World Cup. No other non-Test playing nation has done that since.
It wasn’t just a victory on paper. It was a moment that said loud and clear: even in a sport dominated by giants, the underdog still has its day.
On This Day
On this day, England witnessed the birth of one of its finest wicketkeepers – Alan Knott. Graceful, agile, and endlessly reliable, Knott redefined wicketkeeping with his smooth glovework and sharp reflexes. His legendary pairing with spinner Derek Underwood became a cornerstone for both Kent and England.
But Knott wasn’t just brilliant behind the stumps. With the bat, he was a fierce counter-puncher. He scored five Test centuries and came heartbreakingly close on four other occasions with scores in the 90s. His strokeplay made him a genuine threat down the order.
Despite playing 95 Tests, Knott’s international tally could’ve been much higher—his decision to join Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket saw him miss three entire seasons. Yet, his impact remains etched in cricket history. A quiet genius, and a true craftsman of his trade.
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