While the Pakistan cricket team dealt a major blow with their two star pacers forced to miss the remainder of the Asia Cup 2023 due to injuries, England witnessed the comeback of star all-rounder Ben Stokes, who scored his maiden 150 runs in the ODI against New Zealand.
Here, in this article, we will list all the cricket action that took place across the globe on Wednesday, September 13:
England beat New Zealand to take 2-1 lead
The hosts placed a mammoth total of 368 runs for the Kiwis as Ben Stokes played a spectacular knock of 182 runs off 124 balls while Dawid Malan missed his century by four runs. Trent Boult also displayed a dominant performance by picking up a fifer. During the chase, New Zealand batters, except for Glenn Philips (72), failed to score runs as they were bowled out at 187 runs in 39 overs. For England, Liam Livingstone and Chris Woakes picked up three wickets each while Reece Topley dismissed two players.
Also watch : Ben Stokes brings up maiden ODI 150 in style against New Zealand in 3rd ODI
Zaman Khan replaces Naseem Shah in Pakistan squad for Asia Cup 2023
After suffering injuries during the Super 4s match against India, Pakistan pacers Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah have been replaced by Mohammad Wasim Jr. and Zaman Khan. Pakistan will next face Sri Lanka in a do-or-die match in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4s clash as the winner will face Team India in the final.
Check Pakistan's playing XI against Sri Lanka
Shark Tank judge's heartwarming gesture towards Nepal cricketer
Although Nepal failed to reach the Super 4s stage in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023, they won hearts with their formidable performance by qualifying for the Asia Cup 2023 final over UAE and others. A page named ICC Asia Cricket on X revealed the financial problems faced by Nepal cricketer Lalit Rajbanshi, who cannot afford his own bat and hence has been using the bats of his teammates. In a heartwarming gesture, Shaadi.Com CEO and Shark Tank judge Anupam Mittal extended a helping hand to Nepal cricketer Lalit Rajbanshi.
Afghanistan announce squad for ICC ODI World Cup 2023
The ODI World Cup 2023 is around the corner and many teams have announced their squads for the marquee event. Recently, the Afghanistan cricket team announced their squad for the World Cup and one name that grabbed the attention of many is Naveen-ul-Haq. The 23-year-old returned to the team as he replaced Gulbadin Naib, who has been included as a reserve player alongside Sharafudin Ashraf and Farid Ahmad Malik.
Afghanistan will kick start their campaign against Asian rivals Bangladesh on October 7 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, in Dharamsala. Check Afghanistan's ICC ODI World Cup 2023 squad.
3 Indian stars enter Top 10 in ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings
ICC released the Men's ODI Batting Rankings and India opener Shubman Gill reached his career-best second position to lead his compatriots Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who are also included in the top 10 ODI batters. While Kohli is placed in the eighth spot, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma claimed the ninth spot as both the veteran batters moved two places up after their masterclass against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2023.
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Indian bowlers shine at County Championship
Indian bowlers like Yuzvendra Chahal, Jaydev Unadkat, Arshdeep Singh, Jayant Yadav, and others are currently sharpening their skills in the County Championship in England. On Wednesday, Indian spinner Jayant Yadav marked his Middlesex debut in style by taking 5 for 131 in Lancashire's second innings and helped his team to stay away from the relegation spots with two rounds to play.
On the other hand, Sussex registered their second victory of the ongoing County Championship season on Wednesday against Leicestershire. Indian left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat took six wickets on his home debut to help Sussex revive their promotion challenge.