Get ready for an adrenaline-filled day of Pro Kabaddi League as we bring you live coverage of the match day 4 happening at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on October 21, 2024. Stay tuned as UP takes on Delhi in the first match and Puneri battles against Patna in the second match. Don't miss Ayan's raid as he takes on Pankaj Mohite, promising some intense action.
South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada reached a career milestone by claiming his 300th Test wicket in Mirpur against Bangladesh. The home team struggled against the pace and spin of South Africa, collapsing to a mere total of 106 runs on the first day of the opening Test. Despite winning the toss and choosing to bat, Bangladesh struggled against the relentless attack of Rabada, Mulder, and Maharaj, with only opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy managing to reach double figures.
In a stunning comeback, India's Sarfaraz Khan, playing in just his fourth Test, scored a century to save his team after a disastrous first innings. Batting alongside Rishabh Pant, who also had a strong innings, Sarfaraz's partnership helped to turn the game around and set up a target of 107 for New Zealand. Despite some comical moments between the two players, Sarfaraz's creative and effective batting ultimately propelled India into a promising position heading into the final day of the match.
The final day of the first test match between India and New Zealand was delayed due to a wet outfield caused by heavy rains in Bengaluru. The match eventually began an hour later but there are still chances of interruptions as sporadic rain is predicted for the next few days. The city has been witnessing incessant rain, causing chaos and disruption in daily life, and the weather agency has issued a yellow alert for potential thunderstorms. In addition to Bengaluru, other coastal regions in the state are also likely to witness heavy winds and near-cyclonic conditions.
Day 5 of the first Test between India and New Zealand is set to be an action-packed day as both teams compete for victory. With India currently in the lead and New Zealand fighting to catch up, all eyes will be on the field as both teams battle it out. Stay tuned for live coverage and updates on this exciting match.
After rain delayed the start of Day 5, Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah struck early on to dismiss New Zealand's Tom Latham without adding any runs to their score. Bumrah's sharp delivery struck Latham on the knee roll and the umpire didn't hesitate to give him out. Latham's review also proved unsuccessful as India aimed to defend a low total and secure a win in the first Test match.
On Day 4 of the opening Test match between India and New Zealand, wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant stole the show with a monstrous 107-meter six off Tim Southee. Despite falling agonizingly close to his maiden Test century, Pant left fans and even New Zealand players in shock with his incredible shot. However, his dismissal on 99 contributed to India's collapse just before the tea break, giving New Zealand the upper hand in the game.
Tune in to hear live coverage of seven Premier League games on Saturday, including Manchester United facing off against Brentford and Bournemouth taking on Arsenal later in the day. Stay up to date with all the action and join the conversation using #bbcfootball or through text and WhatsApp. Fans are already predicting a possible red card for Kudus in the West Ham vs Tottenham match.
In a highly anticipated match, United Arab Emirates and Namibia will face off at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, vying for the top spot in the tournament. Oman and Canada will also go head-to-head the same day, adding to the excitement. Meanwhile, United States of America and United Arab Emirates will clash two days earlier, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of cricket.
In a dramatic turn of events, rain hindered India's progress in the first Test against New Zealand as they reached 344/3, trailing by 12 runs on day four. Sarfaraz Khan continued his impressive form with his maiden unbeaten Test century, while Rishabh Pant returned to action with a brisk 53 not out. New Zealand had posted a massive total of 402 in their second innings, with Rachin Ravindra scoring a maiden Test century. However, India's strong start with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma was dampened when they were dismissed in quick succession, but Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Sarfaraz Khan added 136 runs for the third wicket before Kohli fell to Glenn Phillips on the last ball of the day. Follow the live updates of this thrilling match here.