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Glenn Phillips of New Zealand was seen using his saliva to shine the ball during the third day of the first Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Sylhet, however he received no penalty for his actions. Phillips was bowling to Najmul Hossain Shanto in the 34th over of Bangladesh’s innings when the event occurred, … Read more
With barely 2.2 overs remaining before the tea break on the first day of the first Test against New Zealand, Bangladesh were on the cusp of a pleasing break with a score of 180-2 on the board. The idea was that the home team would go for a cup of tea and then return to … Read more
Taijul Islam broke through Kane Williamson’s castle near the conclusion of the second day, and New Zealand were 266 for eight before bad light ended the day’s play in Sylhet. The New Zealand captain struck 104 runs from 205 deliveries, including two lost chances, as New Zealand chipped away at Bangladesh’s total on a thrilling … Read more
Rangana Herath, Bangladesh’s spin bowling coach, acknowledged left-arm spinner Taijul Islam’s status as the team’s spin attack commander. Herath hailed Taijul’s expertise after Bangladesh took eight wickets on Day Two of the first Test against New Zealand on Wednesday at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, reducing the visitors to 266 for eight in response to … Read more
Bangladesh opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy has seen highs and lows not typically seen in international cricket. There were highs and lows today against the Kiwis in the first Test, following a team-high 86 that saw him lose out on a tonne, but his resilience has seen the game in balance after Day One in Sylhet. … Read more
The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS), which will host the first Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand beginning tomorrow, had previously held only one Test. Several training sessions have given both teams an opportunity to decide on the type of wicket that will be used. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remained tight-lipped about his appraisal … Read more
Bangladesh will begin their adventure in the third ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle with a series against New Zealand, which begins today in Sylhet. In the 2023-2025 cycle, the Tigers will play 12 Tests, three at home and three away. The home advantage argument was discussed again during stand-in Test skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto’s … Read more
Glenn Phillips, who began his international career as a wicketkeeper-batter, worked on his off-spin bowling to fit into New Zealand’s strong line-up as a batting allrounder, and the transformation appears to be working well. On the first day of the Sylhet Test on Tuesday, Phillips was the most successful bowler, with four wickets, surpassing the … Read more
Namibia defeated Tanzania by 58 runs on Tuesday, confirming their place in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the West Indies and the United States. The Eagles presently lead the table with 10 points, and their victory over Tanzania ensured the top-two position needed to qualify for the showpiece event next year. Namibia … Read more
Glenn Maxwell hit an unbeaten 104 as Australia won the third Twenty20 international against India by five wickets, keeping the series alive. Before flying back home, the swashbuckling batsman hit his century in 47 balls and secured the victory with a six and three fours off the final four balls of the 20th over in … Read more
