Tamim Iqbal retires from international cricket

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Bangladesh's ODI captain Tamim Iqbal has surprised the cricket world by announcing his sudden retirement. Afghanistan were defeated in the first ODI by Afghanistan on Wednesday, after which Tamim Iqbal announced his retirement from international cricket.

Tamim Iqbal retires from international cricket

Bangladesh's ODI captain Tamim Iqbal has surprised everyone by suddenly announcing his retirement from international cricket three months before the 2023 World Cup in India. In this way Tamim Iqbal's 16-year international career came to an end. Tamim Iqbal announced his retirement at a press conference in Chattogram on Thursday.

Bangladesh had to face defeat at the hands of Afghanistan in a rain interrupted match on Wednesday, 5 July. Bangladesh Cricket Board has not announced the name of ODI captain in place of Tamim Iqbal. Shakib Al Hasan captains Bangladesh in the T20 International format while Liton Das is in charge in Tests.

Tamim Iqbal, 34, had retired from T20 International cricket around this time last year. Iqbal played his last Test match against Ireland in April against Bangladesh. Tamim Iqbal made his international debut in 2007. He scored a half-century in Bangladesh's historic victory against India in the 2007 World Cup.

Tamim Iqbal Career

Bangladesh's most successful batter with 8313 runs from 241 ODIs at an average of 36.62, including 14 centuries and 56 fifties. Tamim's decision to retire from ODIs and Tests comes almost a year after he announced his retirement from T20Is on June 17, 2022. In Tests, Tamim is next only to Mushfiqur Rahim with 5134 runs.

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Bangladesh announces women's squad for T20I series against India

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The Indian team is going to tour Bangladesh this month. The Bangladesh women's cricket team has been announced for this 3-match series. Along with the leading fast bowler, the top-order batsman has not been included in the team.

Bangladesh announces women's squad for T20I series against India

Pacer Jahanara Alam and top-order batsman Fargana Haque have been dropped from the Bangladesh squad for the upcoming women's T20I series against India, starting July 9 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Apart from Jahanara and Fargana, all-rounder Lata Mondal, left-arm pacer Fariha Trisna and left-arm batsman Rubia Haider were also dropped after being in the squad for the series against Sri Lanka in May.

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The visiting Indian team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, will arrive in Bangladesh on July 6. The three T20 matches between India and Bangladesh will start at 2 PM Dhaka time on July 9, 11 and 13. Significantly, Bangladesh is also the host of the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup.

After the conclusion of the T20I series, India and Bangladesh will play three ODIs at the same venue on 16, 19 and 22 July. The three ODI matches are part of the 2022–25 ICC Women's ODI Championship cycle, played between ten teams to determine qualification for the 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup, to be hosted by India.

Bangladesh Women's Squad for India T20I

Nigar Sultana Joty (Captain), Nahida Akter (Vice Captain), Dilara Akter, Shathi Rani, Shamima Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Mst Ritu Moni, Disha Biswas, Marufa Akter, Mst Shanjida Akther Maghla, Rabeya, Sultana Khatun, Salma Khatun, Fahima Khatun

Stand by - Fargana Hoque Pinky, Lata Mondol, Most. Sharmin Akter Supta, Mst Fariha Islam Trisna

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Kane Williamson becomes No.1 Test batsman despite not playing for 4 months

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Kane Williamson becomes No.1 Test batsman despite not playing for 4 months, How did Kane Williamson become the number 1 ranked Test batsman without playing?

The ICC released the new ICC Test Rankings on Wednesday, July 5, in which Kane Williamson has made a big difference. Because this New Zealand batsman has now become the number-1 batsman in the world in Test cricket. Let us tell you that Williamson, who was injured during IPL 2023, is known for his excellent batting in every format of cricket.

Kane Williamson becomes No.1 Test batsman despite not playing for 4 months

New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson has regained the No. 1 spot in the updated ICC Men's Rankings for Test batsmen. England batsman Joe Root has slipped from first to fifth position after being dismissed for 10 and 18 in the Lord's Test against Australia.

Williamson, who has 883 rating points, has regained the top spot for the first time since August 2021. Meanwhile, Australian batsman Steve Smith is on the verge of reaching the top. After his man-of-the-match winning effort at Lord's, he has moved up to the No. 2 spot and is just one rating point behind Williamson.

Why is Kane Williamson the number 1 ranked batsman without playing?

Kane has been out of international cricket since getting injured in IPL 2023. But even after this, he got the first position in the Test rankings. In fact, even after Ken Ken did not play in the rankings, a big change could be seen. Because earlier in the rankings, batsmen above him could not get the top position due to poor performance, which directly benefited New Zealand's star batsman Kane Williamson and became the world's No. 1 batsman in Test cricket.

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Andrew Balbirnie Steps Down as Ireland white-ball Captaincy

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ODI World Cup 2023 - Ireland's cricket team failed to put up a strong show in the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 in Zimbabwe, as a result of which they could not qualify for the mega event starting October 5 in India.

Ireland played their last match in the World Cup Qualifier 2023 against Nepal, ending their disappointing campaign with a two-wicket win. Meanwhile, skipper Andrew Balbirnie has resigned from his position as white-ball captain after Ireland failed to qualify for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

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Andrew Balbirnie Steps Down as Ireland white-ball Captaincy

Andrew Balbirnie has resigned from his position as limited overs captain. Andrew Balbirnie will continue to captain the Test team, and will also be available for selection in the T20I and ODI squads. Balbirnie's decision was confirmed by Cricket Ireland on 4 July. Andrew Balbirnie said "I feel it is the right time for me to step down as captain, but more importantly for the team. I will continue to do my best for the Ireland team and work hard to make my contribution. Hopefully I can contribute to the team's success for the next many years."

Andrew Balbirnie said in Cricket Ireland's press release: "After much thought, I have decided to step down from my position as ODI and T20I captain. Captaining Ireland has been one of my greatest honours, and I am extremely grateful for the support I have received on and off the field from my fellow players, coaches, Cricket Ireland and fans of the Ireland cricket team.

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Paul Stirling will take over the captaincy of Team Ireland, Paul Stirling will take charge of Ireland's limited-overs side after Andrew Balbirnie stepped down as captain, but will only captain the team until the ODI series against England in September. Paul Stirling has the experience of captaining Ireland in four ODIs and nine T20Is.

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Chamari Athapaththu becomes the first Sri Lankan woman to be ranked ODI No.1

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Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu scripted history by becoming the first player from her country to top the ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings released on Tuesday after a stellar performance with the bat in her team's 2-1 win over New Zealand.

Chamari Athapaththu becomes the first Sri Lankan woman to be ranked ODI No.1 - Chamari Athapaththu created history by becoming the first Sri Lankan player to top the ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings. Athapaththu jumped six places to overtake Australia opener Beth Mooney to reach the top spot on the back of her excellent series against New Zealand. An amazing inning of runs was also involved, which helped them register a series win.

The 33-year-old scored an unbeaten 108 in the three-match series opener and a first-ball duck in the second did not deter the confident left-hander's aggression in the series decider.

Athapaththu hit nine big sixes during her quickfire innings in the decider and added 190 runs for the third wicket with teammate Neelakshi de Silva to record Sri Lanka's highest partnership in women's ODIs.

This helped Athapaththu become the first Sri Lankan woman to top the women's ODI rankings, becoming only two players from the island nation to hold the No. 1 spot in the history of the ODI rankings with the bat, along with compatriot Sanath Jayasuriya.

Also Read: Most Player of the Match in Test Cricket

Most Player of the Match in Test Cricket

 
Cricket is very much liked all over the world. There is no limit to the craze of the fans regarding this game. This game is years old and its first official match was played on 15 March 1877. With time this game is continuously progressing and new formats are also coming in it but still Test is still considered to be the most spectacular.

Test cricket is being played for 147 years and many legendary players have achieved big records in it. Tests are played over 5 days and the player who performs best for the team on all these days is awarded the prestigious Player of the Match award. In this article, we will talk about Most Player of the Match in Test Cricket

Most Player of the Match in Test Cricket

Player	Country	Matches	Awards
Jacques Kallis	South Africa	166	23
Muthiah Muralidaran	Sri Lanka	133	19
Wasim Akram	Pakistan	104	17
Shane Warne	Australia	145	17
Kumar Sangakkara	Sri Lanka	134	16

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5 Most Player Of The Match Awards in Test Cricket

1. Jacques Kallis - 23 Awards

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The most 'Player of the Match' award in Test cricket is recorded in the name of former Proteas batsman Jacques Kallis. Kallis played 166 Tests and was the 'Player of the Match 23 times.

2. Muthiah Muralidaran - 19 Awards

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Sri Lankan veteran spinner Muttiah Muralitharan is second in this list. This bowler, who took the most wickets in Test cricket, played 133 Tests and managed to win the 'Player of the Match award 19 times.

3. Wasim Akram - 17 Awards

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The name of former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram comes at number three. This veteran player played 104 Test matches and won the 'Player of the Match' award 17 times.

4. Shane Warne - 17 Awards

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Shane Warne, the great spinner who said goodbye to the world last year, also won the 'Player of the Match award 17 times in his Test career. Shane Warne played 145 Tests and he is also the second-highest Test wicket-taker.

5. Kumar Sangakkara - 16 Awards

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Kumar Sangakkara's name is included in this list at number 5. Kumar Sangakkara has won the 'Player of the Match' award 16 times in Test cricket.

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Will Pakistani bowler Mohammad Amir play in IPL 2024?

 
Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has been enjoying his life in England since his retirement from international cricket in the year 2020, where he has been playing county cricket continuously. Mohammad Amir will become a British citizen in 2024 and can then apply for IPL 2024.

Will Pakistani bowler Mohammad Amir play in IPL 2024?

Mohammad Amir play in IPL 2024? - Let us tell you, Mohammad Amir has been living in Britain with his family for the last few years, and he will get British citizenship next year in 2024. By becoming a British citizen, Aamir will be allowed to play for the England cricket team and then take part in India's Indian Premier League (IPL), as he will no longer be a Pakistani if he gets the chance.

Meanwhile, Mohammad Amir has revealed his future plans, stating that he will not play international cricket for England after becoming a British citizen, as he has played for Pakistan. However, the star fast bowler has expressed his intention to participate in the IPL.

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Will Mohammad Amir play in IPL 2024? - Mohammad Amir was quoted as saying by ARY News: “First of all, I will not play for England. I have played for Pakistan. Secondly, there is still one more year left in the IPL. No one knows what will happen at that time. I always go step by step. We don't know what will happen tomorrow and I start thinking about playing in IPL in 2024 right now!

Why Pakistani players don't play IPL

Due to the strained political relations between India and Pakistan, Pakistani players are not allowed to play in the IPL. Pakistani players were able to participate only in IPL 2008.

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