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  • Sufiyan Muqeem Breaks World Record After Batting at No. 12

    Sufiyan Muqeem Breaks World Record After Batting at No. 12

    Pakistan’s Sufiyan Muqeem has set a world record for the highest score by a No. 12 batsman in international cricket. He achieved this feat on Wednesday in Hamilton, New Zealand.

    Batting at No. 12 in international cricket is not uncommon. The cricket world first witnessed a No. 12 batter in 2019 when the ICC introduced the concussion substitute rule in August of that year. Under this rule, if a player suffers a concussion due to a head injury, a like-for-like replacement can take their place in the game.

    The first player to score runs as a No. 12 batsman was Fazalhaq Farooqi. In March 2023, during the third T20I against Pakistan in Sharjah, the Afghan pacer remained unbeaten on 1. Three months later, in a Test match against Bangladesh in Mirpur, Afghanistan’s Zahir Khan scored 4 runs with a boundary, which remained the highest score by a No. 12 batter until today.

    However, Sufiyan Muqeem has now broken that record. After coming in at No. 12, he scored 13 runs off 10 balls, including a four and a six.

    The opportunity for this record arose when Pakistan’s Haris Rauf was hit on the helmet by a bouncer from Will O’Rourke while chasing the target. Rauf had to leave the field immediately, and Naseem Shah came in as a concussion substitute. Since Naseem took a higher spot in the batting order, Muqeem was pushed down to No. 12, where he created history with his innings.

  • 19-Year-Old Constas Included in Australia’s Central Contract

    19-Year-Old Constas Included in Australia’s Central Contract

    On Tuesday (April 1), Cricket Australia announced a 23-player central contract list. Australia’s chief selector, George Bailey, said, “We see Sam as a talented young cricketer. He is fully prepared to prove himself in first-class and international cricket.”

    At just 19 years old, Constas made a sensational debut against India in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. He played a fearless knock against Jasprit Bumrah, scoring 60 runs off 65 balls, including six fours and two sixes.

    Another new name on the list is left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann. He was the Player of the Series in Australia’s 2-0 Test victory against Sri Lanka, taking 16 wickets. However, his bowling action was later reported as suspect. After undergoing tests at Brisbane’s National Cricket Centre, he was cleared of any wrongdoing.

    Bailey stated, “Matt once again performed exceptionally well in Sri Lanka, and we believe he could play a crucial role over the next 18 months.”

    All-rounder Beau Webster, who scored 57 runs and hit the winning runs in the second innings of the fifth Test against India in Sydney, has also been included in the contract list.

    The 31-year-old Webster can bowl both medium-fast and off-spin. Bailey remarked, “Beau has shown comfort in Test cricket with both bat and ball, while also adding an extra dimension in the field and contributing to the team’s balance.”

    Australia will face South Africa in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s in June, followed by a three-match Test series against the West Indies. In November, the five-match Ashes series will commence in Perth.

    Australia’s Centrally Contracted Players for 2025-26:

    Xavier Bartlett, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Constas, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster, Adam Zampa.

  • “Will Try to Win the Next One-Day World Cup” – Kohli

    “Will Try to Win the Next One-Day World Cup” – Kohli

    After winning the last T20 World Cup, Virat Kohli retired from the shortest format of the game. Recently, following India’s Champions Trophy victory, there were speculations about his retirement from ODIs as well. However, the batting genius has not made any official announcement regarding his departure. Now, Kohli has hinted at his future plans, revealing his next goal in white-ball cricket for India.

    During an event amid the IPL, Kohli was asked about his next big step. He responded, “I will try to win the next One-Day World Cup. That is my next big step.” His words were met with applause from the audience.

    India last won the ODI World Cup in 2011. Since then, they have faced heartbreak in the semifinals of the 2015 and 2019 editions. In 2023, India had a golden opportunity to lift the trophy on home soil, winning 10 consecutive matches before losing to Australia in the final.

    Former Indian captain Virat Kohli has also achieved a remarkable milestone. He has become the second Indian cricketer, after Sachin Tendulkar, to play 550 international matches.

  • “Tamim’s Eid Day Facebook Post Wishing Everyone Good Health”

    “Tamim’s Eid Day Facebook Post Wishing Everyone Good Health”

    Tamim Iqbal has gone through some of the toughest days of his life before this Eid. He had a heart attack and came face-to-face with death. However, he is now doing well.

    On the occasion of Eid, he made a post where he prayed for everyone’s well-being. He wrote, “May Allah bless you with health, happiness, and prosperity this Eid. Eid Mubarak.”

    On March 24, during a match at BKSP, Tamim suffered a heart attack. He was given CPR there and then taken to the hospital, where a stent was placed in his heart.

    He stayed at Evercare Hospital for two days, and on March 28, he was taken home.

    That’s why he was able to spend Eid with his family. However, he still couldn’t forget the incident that happened to him just days ago. Perhaps that’s why he specifically wished for everyone’s good health in his post!

  • National Women’s Cricket Team Did Not Get Eid Holidays

    National Women’s Cricket Team Did Not Get Eid Holidays

    The eighth round of the Dhaka Premier Cricket League concluded on February 25, just before the Eid holidays. After that, the cricketers went on a break. The ninth round will commence on April 6, and once it ends, the national team players will start preparing for the Zimbabwe series. Most cricketers will celebrate Eid in their hometowns. The U-19 team players are also on leave before their Sri Lanka tour. However, the national women’s cricket team has no holidays.

    They are preparing for a battle to secure a spot in the Women’s ODI World Cup. The team must travel to Pakistan for the World Cup qualifiers, leaving on April 3. A two-week training camp is currently underway for the players, running until April 2. Although the camp will be closed on Eid day, the coaches plan to hold a special workshop to keep the players motivated despite missing their holiday.

    From April 9 to 19, six teams will compete in the qualifiers in Pakistan. Alongside Bangladesh and host Pakistan, the participating teams include West Indies, Ireland, Scotland, and Thailand. The top two teams from this group will qualify for the main tournament. The Women’s ODI World Cup, featuring eight teams, is scheduled to take place in India in September.

    Meanwhile, after the Eid break, the Dhaka League will resume, with the first phase’s 11 rounds concluding by April 13, followed by the Super League. The Zimbabwe cricket team will arrive in Bangladesh on April 15 for a two-match Test series. Additionally, Bangladesh’s U-19 team will travel to Sri Lanka in early April for a six-match ODI series. They had a training camp in Rajshahi and Bogura before Eid, which is currently on hold. After a week-long break, they will return to training.

  • “India Aims to Host the 2036 Olympic Games”

    “India Aims to Host the 2036 Olympic Games”

    India is keen to host the Olympic Games in its own country, with its target set on the 2036 Olympics. To move one step closer to that dream, India has now expressed interest in hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games. According to a recent report by Qatar-based media outlet Al Jazeera, India has formally taken steps toward securing the hosting rights.

    As per the report, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially submitted an “Expression of Interest” to the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF). IOA President PT Usha stated, “We have submitted an expression of interest, and we are hopeful that the Commonwealth Games Federation will consider our proposal.”

    India previously hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010 in New Delhi. Although there were allegations of corruption and mismanagement at the time, these issues did not affect the event itself, which was successfully completed. The games, which cost over $6 billion (approximately 720.8 billion Bangladeshi taka), were centered around Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

    Securing the hosting rights for the Commonwealth Games would help India accelerate its journey toward achieving its ultimate goal—the 2036 Olympic Games. India has ambitious plans centered around the city of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, which is expected to play a crucial role in fulfilling its vision of hosting the world’s greatest sporting event. Successfully organizing the Commonwealth Games would serve as a significant milestone in India’s path to hosting the Olympics in 2036.

  • “Tamim Iqbal to Celebrate Eid with Family”

    “Tamim Iqbal to Celebrate Eid with Family”

    Tamim Iqbal, Bangladesh’s star opener, has been discharged from the hospital and is now at home with his family. The former Bangladesh captain returned home from Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on Friday. However, he is scheduled to visit the hospital again today (Saturday) for some tests and dental treatment.

    Tamim was discharged from the hospital four days after undergoing a heart procedure to insert a stent. After his return home, a post on his official Facebook page simply stated, “Alhamdulillah.”

    According to doctors, there is no immediate risk to Tamim’s health, but he will need to take extended rest at home and strictly follow medical advice. Another pressing question now arises—will Tamim be able to make a full recovery and return to cricket? Even while at home, he must remain in constant contact with his doctors.

    The day after his surgery, Professor Abu Jafar, Director General of the Health Directorate, mentioned that it would take at least three months for Tamim to return to normal activities. However, once his body recovers from the effects of the surgery, he will be able to resume light physical activities and walking at home.

  • “Simmons’ Tenure as Coach Extended Until 2027”

    “Simmons’ Tenure as Coach Extended Until 2027”

    Phil Simmons has received the good news of a contract extension. The former Caribbean all-rounder will remain the head coach of the Bangladesh national team until the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup.

    Simmons took charge of Bangladesh last October before the South Africa series. His tenure began with two Test defeats at home. The subsequent period was not very successful either. Under Simmons’ coaching, Bangladesh has played 15 matches across all three formats, winning only five. Notably, they won all three matches of the T20I series during their tour of the West Indies. Apart from that, they secured just one victory in four Test matches and one win in eight ODIs.

    Last month, Bangladesh entered the ICC Champions Trophy with high hopes of winning a title but faced a disappointing campaign. After lackluster performances against India and New Zealand, their match against Pakistan was abandoned due to rain. That tournament marked the end of Simmons’ initial contract with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Despite an overall underwhelming experience, the board has opted for the 61-year-old coach on a long-term basis. Taking on the full-term role, Simmons expressed his commitment to achieving significant success with promising cricketers.

    “I am delighted to have the opportunity to work long-term with Bangladesh cricket. The talent within this team cannot be ignored. I believe we have the potential to achieve something great together. I am eagerly looking forward to the future,” said Simmons.

    BCB announced in a statement on Tuesday that Simmons will remain in charge until the next ODI World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to take place in October–November 2027, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Simmons has expressed his ambition to take Bangladesh cricket to new heights during his extended tenure.

    His new contract with BCB is a full-time commitment. While he has previously been involved in various leagues, Simmons will now focus solely on Bangladesh cricket until the 2027 World Cup.

    The BCB appointed Mohammad Salahuddin as the senior assistant coach just a month after hiring Simmons as head coach. Like Simmons, Salahuddin was initially contracted until the Champions Trophy. However, the board now intends to retain him until the 2027 World Cup as well.

  • Tamim is a Smoker, but it is Harmful to His Health – Dr. Shahabuddin Talukder

    Tamim is a Smoker, but it is Harmful to His Health – Dr. Shahabuddin Talukder

    Last Monday, Tamim Iqbal came dangerously close to death. For 22 minutes, he had no heartbeat. After receiving medical treatment, he is now close to returning to normal life. Since suffering a heart attack, Tamim has been in the hospital. However, hospital authorities have confirmed that he will be able to return home before Eid.

    Dr. Shahabuddin Talukder, who is overseeing Tamim’s treatment, made a startling revelation. He stated that Tamim is a smoker, which is harmful to his health.

    In a press conference today, Dr. Shahabuddin Talukder said, “Now, what will happen is rehabilitation—risk factor mitigation. He has certain risk factors. He is a smoker. He has to quit smoking. And he needs to control obesity. Gradually, he will recover. Quitting smoking suddenly… at first, he said he wouldn’t be able to quit.”

    Tamim was also advised against using vaping as an alternative to smoking. The doctor added, “Later, he said he would quit gradually and switch to vaping. But I told him no, he cannot vape either. Vaping increases the risk of cancer. Then this morning, he understood. I suggested nicotine patches or nicotine gum, and he accepted that. He wants to smoke, but we are not allowing him because smoking could cause the same ventricular tachycardia problem (VTP) that he previously suffered from.”

    Evercare Hospital’s Medical Services Director, Arif Mahmud, was also present at the press briefing. He confirmed that Tamim would be able to return home soon.

  • “Dehydration Was a Major Cause of Tamim’s Heart Attack”

    “Dehydration Was a Major Cause of Tamim’s Heart Attack”

    Tamim Iqbal is currently out of danger. He is talking and walking. Doctors have stated that he is still under observation. Meanwhile, it has been reported that Tamim may be taken abroad for advanced medical treatment.

    After he was admitted to Evercare Hospital at night, Youth and Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud rushed to see him. He mentioned that if necessary, Tamim could be taken abroad for better treatment. Fortune Barishal’s owner, Mizanur Rahman, also confirmed that efforts are being made to take him to Thailand. Tamim was playing in the BPL for this team.

    Dehydration was a major cause of Tamim’s heart attack. According to Mizanur Rahman, the doctors themselves provided this information: “The doctors said he was suffering from severe dehydration. He didn’t drink enough water and perhaps didn’t get proper sleep at night. That’s a reason. Playing in the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) during Ramadan in this heat seems extremely difficult to me.”

    On Monday, Tamim suffered a massive heart attack. Naturally, he is now out of action. The former national team captain will have to wait at least three months before returning to the field. He will only be able to play if the doctors declare him fit. Everyone remains hopeful about Tamim’s return to the field.