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    Pressure builds as India lost their 3rd Wicket within First 4 Overs | SA vs IND 2nd T20I

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    South Africa Men's Cricket team
    South Africa Men's Cricket team(Image: CSA)

    South African Fast Bowlers were in a nice rythm today as they are targeting the openers well and good.

    Sanju Samson who created record with 2 consecutive centuries in the last two matches, didn’t get the timing right and gone for a duck. He was trying to be aggresive but it didn’t help like the last match. Jansen strikes right on his third ball and dismisses Samson for a DUCK.

    Samson b Marco Jansen 0(3)

    Abhishek Sharma faced his first ball in the second over and started it with a boundary. But Gerald Coetzee strikes him on his third ball of his first over and got his wicket. It was a top edge and gone.

    Abhishek Sharma c Marco Jansen b Gerald Coetzee 4(5) [4s-1]

    Suryakumar Yadav was trying to take charge by timing the ball. But, Simelane get his wicket by an LBW call. This was pitched up by the bowler around middle and leg, and the batsman got beaten. Gets hit on the back shoe and the umpire reckons this was lbw.

    Suryakumar Yadav lbw b Simelane 4(9)

    Tilak Varma and Axar Patel are in the middle at the moment and trying to build a strong solid innings right from there.

    Mustafizur Rahman likely to Miss the West Indies Tour this December

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    Mustafizur Rahman

    Bangladesh Fast Bowler Mustafizur Rahman likely to miss the white ball series against West Indies this December. Bangladesh tour of West Indies is happening on this December 2024 and Mustafizur Rahman has applied for leave as he want to spend time with his family.

    Purpose of leave is to stay with his wife as they are expecting a baby by December 2024. As per the reports, the officials confirms that he has requested for leave and it is not yet confirmed. The board is about to discuss with him once he is back from UAE where the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh is happening at the moment.

    They are about to check his availability atleast for a format either ODI or T20I.

    “It’s true that he (Mustafizur) asked for leave (during the white-ball series against West Indies) but we are yet to take a decision as there is still time in our hand. Let him come and we can talk over the matter and see whether he can be available for one format (ODIs, T20Is) or not,” said the official.

    “At the same time we have to consider this is a family issue and it is top priority for everyone,” he added.

    WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Updates for 2nd T20I

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    Nicholas Pooran
    Nicholas Pooran(Image: X)

    WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: Jos Buttler-led England will lock horns with Rovman Powell-led West Indies to play the 2nd T20I of the England tour of West Indies 2024 on November 10 in Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados.

    Tournament England tour of West Indies 2024 
    Match West Indies vs England, 2nd T20I
    Venue Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
    Date Monday, November 11, 2024
    Time 1:30 AM (Nov 11) IST / 08:00 PM GMT / 04:00 PM LOCAL
    Win Prediction England

    WI vs ENG Squad

    West Indies

    Nicholas Pooran (wk), Rovman Powell (c), Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Roston Chase, Shai Hope, Matthew Forde, Terrance Hinds

    England

    Philip Salt (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Dan Mousley, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Reece Topley, Jofra Archer, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Rehan Ahmed, Jordan Cox, John Turner, Jafer Chohan

    West Indies Unavailable Players

    • Injury:  NIL
    • Others: NIL

    England Unavailable Players

    • Injury:  NIL
    • Others: NIL

    WI vs ENG Probable Playing 11

    West Indies

    Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie

    England

    Philip Salt (wk), Will Jacks, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Dan Mousley, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Reece Topley

    WI vs ENG Pitch Report

    The pitch at  Kensington Oval in Barbados will be a little difficult for the batters, they will be facing problems to play their shots. Bowlers will likely play a huge role in the game, the pitch will offer some turn to the spinners, while the fast bowlers can be effective with their cutters and slow balls.

    WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction – Mega Contest

    • Batters: W Jacks
    • All-rounders: A Russell, L Livingstone, S Curran, R Shepherd
    • Bowlers: A Rashid, G Motie, S Mahmood
    • Wicket-Keeper: J Buttler, N Pooran, P Salt
    • Captain: P Salt
    • Vice-captain: L Livingstone

    WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction – H2H Contest

    • Batters: E Lewis
    • All-rounders: A Russell, L Livingstone, S Curran, R Shepherd
    • Bowlers: A Rashid, G Motie, A Hosein, S Mahmood
    • Wicket-Keeper: N Pooran, P Salt
    • Captain: G Motie
    • Vice-captain: A Russell

    WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction – Small Contest

    • Batters: B King
    • All-rounders: A Russell, L Livingstone, S Curran, R Shepherd, J Bethell
    • Bowlers: A Rashid, G Motie
    • Wicket-Keeper: J Buttler, N Pooran, P Salt
    • Captain: A Russell
    • Vice-captain: N Pooran

    “Want to dedicate this…”, Rizwan after securing historic series victory against Australia

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    Mohammad Rizwan
    Mohammad Rizwan (image: X)

    Pakistan cricket team captain Mohammad Rizwan credits the whole team after securing a historic series win in Australia after 22 years. Pakistan’s ODI series victory in 2024 will mark their first series victory since 2002. Pakistan have beaten Australia in Australia after a span of 22 years (in bilaterals).

    Pakistan cricket team were scheduled to tour Australia to play a limited-over series in November 2024. During the Pakistan tour of Australia 2024, three ODIs and three T20Is were scheduled to play between November 4 and 18.

    After losing the first game, Pakistan bounced back in the remaining two ODI matches and secured a historic series win against Australia with the guidance of their aggressive pace attack.

    Apart from exhibiting impressive bowling performances, Pakistan openers also played a key role in the team’s historic victory. Pakistan secured a comfortable victory in the must-win game at Perth and scripted history on Australian soil.

    During the post-match presentation, Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan said “Special moment for me, the nation will be very happy today, we didn’t perform as per expectations in the last couple of years. I’m the captain only for the toss and presentations – everyone gives me suggestions on the field, the batting group and the bowling group.

    All the credit to the bowlers, Australia in Australia isn’t easy, the conditions suit their style of playing, but the bowlers were outstanding. Also, credit to the two openers, they made the chases easy.

    They (fans) don’t care a lot about the results, but the people back home are always behind us and I want to dedicate this victory to them”.

    Speaking of the 3rd ODI match in Perth, Pakistan won the toss and opted to bowl first. Matthew Short and Jake Fraser-McGurk opened the inning on behalf of Australia. As of the last game, Australia made a dreadful start and struggled to face Pakistan bowlers.

    Naseem Shah drew the first blood for Australia by dismissing McGurk for 7 runs. Following his dismissal, Shaheen Afridi’s pace attack dismissed Aaron Hardie for 12 runs. Following a couple of quick wickets, Australia struggled to build a partnership and started to lose wickets at a regular interval.

    Abbott’s 30 runs off 41 deliveries is the highest individual score for the Australian cricket team in the third ODI match. With Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah’s triple wicket hauls, Pakistan contained Australia for 140 runs by dismissing all ten players.

    While chasing, Pakistan made a steady start, with the openers making 84 runs for the first wicket. Pakistan chased the target in 26.5 overs, losing a couple of wickets, and won the match by eight wickets. With the victory in the third ODI game, Pakistan won the three-match ODI series by 1-2.

    After snatching the ODI series trophy, Pakistan will meet Australia to play the first T20I of the series on November 14 in The Gabba, Brisbane.

    Pakistan pacers secured historic series win after 22 years

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    Pakistan Cricket team
    Pakistan Cricket team(Image: X)

    After losing the first game, Pakistan bounced back in the remaining two ODI matches and secured a historic series win against Australia with the guidance of their aggressive pace attack.

    Pakistan cricket team were scheduled to tour Australia to play a limited-over series in November 2024. During the Pakistan tour of Australia 2024, three ODIs and three T20Is were scheduled to play between November 4 and 18.

    Pakistan faced a slump in the ODI series after losing the first game in Melbourne. But the Pakistan cricket team turned things down in the second game and won the match by nine wickets and went on to win the third and last game by eight wickets.

    Pacers played a crucial role in Pakistan’s back-to-back victories which snatched them the series victory in the three-match ODI series.

    Pakistan’s ODI series victory in 2024 will mark their first series victory since 2002. Pakistan have beaten Australia in Australia after a span of 22 years (in bilaterals).

    Apart from exhibiting impressive bowling performances, Pakistan openers also played a key role in the team’s historic victory.

    Speaking of the 3rd ODI match in Perth, Pakistan won the toss and opted to bowl first. Matthew Short and Jake Fraser-McGurk opened the inning on behalf of Australia. As of the last game, Australia made a dreadful start and struggled to face Pakistan bowlers.

    Naseem Shah drew the first blood for Australia by dismissing McGurk for 7 runs. Following his dismissal, Shaheen Afridi’s pace attack dismissed Aaron Hardie for 12 runs. Following a couple of quick wickets, Australia struggled to build a partnership and started to lose wickets at a regular interval.

    Abbott’s 30 runs off 41 deliveries is the highest individual score for the Australian cricket team in the third ODI match. With Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah’s triple wicket hauls, Pakistan contained Australia for 140 runs by dismissing all ten players.

    While chasing, Pakistan made a steady start, with the openers making 84 runs for the first wicket. Pakistan chased the target in 26.5 overs, losing a couple of wickets, and won the match by eight wickets. With the victory in the third ODI game, Pakistan won the three-match ODI series by 1-2.

    After snatching the ODI series trophy, Pakistan will meet Australia to play the first T20I of the series on November 14 in The Gabba, Brisbane.

    What is DRS in Cricket? – New Rules and Methods Used

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    What is DRS in cricket
    DRS explained with rules

    What is DRS in Cricket?: DRS Full Form is “Decision Review System”. The Decision Review System or DRS is a digital technology-based process used by either side in a cricket match to assist either the umpires or referees in their decisions.

    While on-field Test match umpires have been able to refer some decisions to a third umpire since November 1992, the formal DRS system to add Player Reviews was first used in:

    • Test match in 2008
    • ODI in January 2011
    • T20I in October 2017

    India agreed to be the first team to be involved when DRS was trialed in their 2008 Test series in Sri Lanka.

    Former India batsman Virender Sehwag‘s lbw on July 23, 2008, became the first decision overturned under the UDRS (as it was called then). In this section, we will discuss the DRS rules in detail and the types of DRS followed in cricket.

    Former Indian cricketer Sehwag becomes the first person to dismiss via DRS
    Former Indian cricketer Sehwag dismissed in DRS against Sri Lanka

    DRS Rules

    What is DRS in Cricket: Every decision reviewed using DRS involves fixed steps followed by the third umpire as part of the DRS rules established in cricket.

    • After the on-field umpire gives his decision, the challenging team has a time of 15 seconds to make its decision if they want to opt for the DRS call or not.
    Dhoni calling for DRS
    Dhoni calling for DRS
    • The fielding captain or the batsman declared out needs to signal a “T” sign to the onfield-umpire to review the decision.
        • If the on-field umpires believe that a request has not been made within the 15 second time limit, they shall decline the request for a Player Review.
        • Under no circumstances is any player permitted to query an umpire about any aspect of a decision before deciding on whether or not to request a Player Review.
        • If the on-field umpires believe that the captain or either batsman has received direct or indirect input emanating other than from the players on the field, then they may at their discretion decline the request for a Player Review.
    Umpire stop Steve Smith from discussing with the dressing room for DRS suggestion
    Umpire stop Steve Smith from discussing with the dressing room for DRS suggestion
    • As it happens, the third umpire checks if it’s a legal delivery in case the bowler has overstepped before proceeding with the replays at the business end.
    • If the delivery is fair and legal, then the third umpire proceeds to the other end involving the heart of the event.
    • The third umpire is facilitated with Hawk-Eye, Ultra-Edge/Real-Time Snicko (RTS), and HotSpot.
    • Among these Ultra-Edge/Real-Time Snicko (RTS) and HotSpot are the two used to check if the ball has hit the bat in case of an lbw or an appeal for a catch.
    • The HotSpot technology works on the process of heat caused by the interaction between bat and ball, which will immediately result in a spot on the bat in case of a possible edge.
    • Whereas, UltraEdge or RTS uses sound to indicate a deviation or spike when the ball is close to the bat.
    What are the types of DRS components
    DRS components – Ultra edge, Hawkeye, HotSpot

    New DRS Rules

    Change in LBW review

    New DRS rules include an update in the LBW review. According to this, the bails are now included in the ‘wicket zone’ so that the bowlers will now have more chance of getting LBW decisions in their favor.

    • The wicket zone is the total area of the stumps, height and width combined.
    • In terms of height, before the rule change, the area up to the bottom edge of the bails was taken into consideration.
    • Following the rule change, the area up to the top edge of the bails will come into play.
    DRS - Hawkeye Analysis for LBW appeal
    DRS – Hawkeye Analysis for an LBW appeal
    • For example, if an umpire has adjudged a batsman not out, under the old LBW rule through the DRS, more than half the ball needed to hit the bottom edge of the bails for the decision to be overturned.
    • Under the new rule, more than half the ball needs to hit the top edge of the bails for the on-field decision to be reversed on review. So, with extra 1.38 inches, the bails’ height, coming into the equation, the bowlers now have a little more room/area for LBWs.
    • Under the old rule, deliveries just clipping the bails stayed with the umpire’s call. Following the change, the on-field decision will be reversed if 50 percent of the ball is hitting the top edge of the bails.

    What is Umpire’s Call?

    The term “Umpire’s Call” in DRS still remains a topic with more discussions in the cricket community. Though almost everyone understands the outcome of the Umpire’s call decision in the DRS many don’t know the exact reason for this. In this section, we will see the exact reason for the above.

    In April, the head of the ICC’s powerful and influential Cricket Committee, Anil Kumble, attempted to explain why the umpire’s call was still seen as a vital aspect of DRS.

    “The principle underpinning DRS was to correct clear errors in the game whilst ensuring the role of the umpire as the decision-maker on the field of play was preserved, bearing in mind the element of prediction involved with the technology. Umpire’s call allows that to happen, which is why it is important it remains.”  Kumble said.

    When ball tracking technology is used to determine the outcome of a delivery, a three-step process decides the batter’s fate.

    Firstly, there’s the Pitching Zone. It’s the two-dimensional shaded line that runs down the length of the pitch, with its boundaries set at the outer edge of the stumps at each end.

    Secondly, there is the Impact Zone, where the ball hits the pad (or bat, for some of the really bad reviews we’ve seen) for the first time. It is a three-dimensional space extending between both sets of stumps, from ground level to an indefinite height vertically. Its horizontal boundaries are the outer edge of leg and off stump.

    Finally, the Wicket Zone is a two-dimensional area bounded by the stumps, from their base to the top of the bails, and the full width from the outer edge of the off and leg stumps.

    Umpire’s call will come into play when the impact is a long way from the stumps. The playing conditions stipulate that if the first point of interception was 300cm or more from the stumps, then the umpire’s call remains.

    In this scenario, ball tracking appears to favour the bowler, but the system favours the batter(Image: CA)

    This rule also comes into play if the batter is more than 250cm or more from the stumps and the distance between the ball pitching and striking the batter is 40cm or less.

    So if a batter is outside the crease and the ball ‘half-volleys’ into their pad then the decision is going to stay with the umpire as there isn’t enough information for ball tracking to predict where the ball is going to go.

    The decision ended up in favour of the batter due to the 40cm rule(Image: CWI)

    The wickets zone has long been a bone of contention for the system and it has been tweaked on several occasions in the DRS’s short history. As of the updated rule, the wickets zone spans from the base of the stumps, to the outside of the outer stumps, to the top of the stumps.

    Notably, the top of the stumps includes the bails. As of the old rule(before April 2021), the wickets zone only extended to the bottom of the bails, meaning that deliveries that were clipping the bails would remain the umpire’s call.

    If that same delivery was reviewed in 2022, the batsman would see three reds and will be given OUT.

    During the review, the batsman survives due to the umpire’s call

    what would happen if the ball was exactly 50 per cent in and 50 per cent out of the pitching zone? 

    According to the ICC, the ball must be more than 50 per cent out to be considered outside the line.

    DRS Retained for Umpire’s call

    According to the new DRS rules, a review will now not be lost in case of a decision that remains unchanged, solely as the result of an ‘umpire’s call’.

    • As for DRS in Test matches, there will be no more top-up reviews after 80 overs of an innings, meaning that there can only be two unsuccessful reviews in each innings, while the DRS will now also be allowed to be used in T20Is.
    • An important change with respect to runouts is that if a batsman is running or diving towards the crease with forward momentum, and has grounded his/her bat behind the popping crease but subsequently lost contact with the ground at the time of the wickets being put down, the batsman will not be run out.
    Tim Paine run out
    Tim Paine run out
    • The same interpretation will also apply for a batsman trying to regain his/her ground to avoid being stumped.
    • For boundary catches, airborne fielders making their first contact with the ball will need to have taken off from within the boundary, otherwise, a boundary will be scored.
    • Besides, a batsman can now be out caught, stumped, or run out even if the ball bounces off the helmet worn by a fielder or wicket-keeper.

    Umpire’s Call Rule in DRS

    • In 2016, the International Cricket Council (ICC) introduced Umpire’s Call rule as part of the DRS.
    • It was done to encourage the on-field umpires to make decisions and give them the benefit of doubt in the case of marginal lbw decisions.
    • As per ICC, Umpire’s Call is the concept within the DRS under which the on-field decision of the bowler’s end umpire shall stand, which shall apply under the specific circumstances set out in paragraphs 3.4.5 and 3.4.6 of Appendix D, where the ball-tracking technology indicates a marginal decision in respect of either the Impact Zone or the Wicket Zone.
    • Umpire’s Call means that the decision given by the on-field umpire will stay put in case the ball-tracker shows the ball hitting the stump as Umpire’s call.
    • The third umpire in such a scenario cannot overturn the decision as it a marginal call that is governed by the decision made by the field umpire.
    • Also, the team asking for a review doesn’t lose the review in case the tracker shows it as Umpire’s Call.
    • For a player to be given out, the ball should pitch in line or outside the off stump (when a shot is offered), must have an impact in line with the ball clearly hitting the wickets.

    What are the types of DRS reviews?

    In cricket two types of reviews are followed for reviving the umpire’s decision.

    • Umpire Review
    • Player Review

    Umpire Review

    Umpire review doesn’t come under DRS, the on-field umpires consult with the third umpire at their discretion to rule, for example, on an inconclusive catch or an inconclusive runout.

    Umpire Review
    Umpire Review

    Players may not appeal to the on-field umpires to use the Umpire Review. Breach of this provision may constitute dissent and the player may be subject to disciplinary action under the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel.

    • The relevant on-field umpire shall be entitled to refer an appeal for run-out, stumped, bowled or hit wicket to the third umpire.
    • An on-field umpire wishing to refer a decision to the third umpire shall signal to the third umpire by making the shape of a TV screen with his/her hands.
    • In the case of a referral of a run-out, bowled, hit wicket, or stumped decision, the third umpire shall first check the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an Illegal Bowling Action).
        • If the delivery was not a fair delivery the third umpire shall indicate that the batsman is Not out and advise the on-field umpire to signal No ball.
    • Additionally, if the third umpire finds the batsman is Out by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or Not out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he/she shall notify the on-field umpire so that the correct decision is made.
    • If the third umpire decides that the batsman is Out, a red light shall be displayed, if the third umpire decides that the batsman is Not out, a green light shall be displayed.
    • As an alternative to the red/green light system, the replay screen may be used for the purpose of conveying the third umpire’s decision, in line with the ICC Big Screen Policy.
    • If the third umpire is temporarily unable to respond, a white light (where available) shall remain illuminated throughout the period of interruption to signify to the on-field umpires that Umpire Reviews are temporarily unavailable, in which case the decision shall be taken by the on-field umpire.
    DRS for Caught Decision and Obstructing the field

    In some cases, the umpires will appeal to the third umpire to confirm that whether the fielder has caught the ball in hand before it reaches the ground or not.

    Ben Stokes' attempted to catch
    Ben Stokes’ attempted to catch
    • If the bowler’s end umpire is unable to decide upon a Fair Catch or a Bump Ball, or if, on appeal from the fielding side, the batsman obstructed the field, he/she shall first consult with the striker’s end umpire.
    • When both on-field umpires require assistance from the third umpire to make a decision, the bowler’s end umpire shall firstly take a decision on-field after consulting with the striker’s end umpire, before consulting by two-way radio with the third umpire.
    • Such consultation shall be initiated by the bowler’s end umpire to the third umpire by making the shape of a TV screen with his/her hands, followed by a Soft Signal of Out or Not out made with the hands close to the chest at chest height.
    • If the third umpire advises that the replay evidence is inconclusive, the on-field decision communicated at the start of the consultation process shall stand.
    • The third umpire shall determine whether the batsman has been caught, whether the delivery was a Bump Ball, or if the batsman obstructed the field.
    • However, in reviewing the television replay(s), the third umpire shall first check the fairness of the delivery for all decisions involving a catch (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an Illegal Bowling Action) and whether the batsman has hit the ball.
        • If the delivery was not a fair delivery or if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball he/she shall indicate to the bowler’s end umpire that the batsman is Not out caught, and in the case of an unfair delivery, advise the bowler’s end umpire to signal No ball.
    • Additionally, if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman is out by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or Not out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he/she shall notify the bowler’s end umpire so that the correct decision can be made.

    Player Review

    The batsman(batting team) or captain of the fielding team will call for DRS when they are not convinced with the on-field umpire’s decision.

    Shane Watson appealing for Player's review
    Shane Watson appealing for Player’s review
    • A player may request a review of any decision taken by the on-field umpires concerning whether or not a batsman is dismissed.
    • Only the batsman involved in dismissal may request a Player Review of an Out decision and only the captain (or acting captain) of the fielding team may request a Player Review of a Not out decision.
    • The captain may consult with the bowler and other fielders, and the two batsmen may consult with each other prior to deciding whether to request a Player Review.
    • No other decisions made by the umpires are eligible for a Player Review with the exception of Fair Catch/Bump Ball (even after the third umpire has been consulted and the decision communicated).
    • In particular, signals from the dressing room must not be given. No replays, either at normal speed or slow motion, shall be shown on a big screen to spectators until the 15-second time limit allowed for requesting a Player Review has elapsed.
    • The request for a Player Review may be made after the Umpire Review, provided the request is still within the 15-second time limit.
    • The request for the player review cannot be withdrawn once it has been made.

    How many DRS are allowed in ODI cricket?

    According to the ICC rules, each team is allowed to use 1 DRS review per innings. A successful review allows teams to retain a DRS review at any point.

    How many DRS are allowed in T20I cricket?

    As of ODI, International T20 matches are also allowed to use DRS once per inning. And also a successful review allows teams to retain a DRS review at any point.

    How many DRS are allowed in Test cricket?

    Initially, each team had three unsuccessful DRS challenges, but that was reduced to two per innings in Test cricket. Reviews left from the first innings of a Test do not carry over to the second innings.

    Who is the king of DRS in cricket?

    Former Indian cricketer MS Dhoni is considered the king of DRS. Some even expand DRS as the “Dhoni Review System”(Fans’ suggestion not official).

    What is DLS Method In Cricket & How It Is Calculated?

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    What is DLS method in cricket

    Duckworth Lewis Stern (DLS) method in Cricket

    The DLS method (Duckworth-Lewis-Stern) in cricket plays a key role in deciding the winner in an unavoidable situation for the team batting second in limited-over cricket.

    The Duckworth–Lewis method (often written as D/L method) is a mathematical formulation designed to calculate the target score for the team batting second in a limited-overs cricket match interrupted by weather or other circumstances.

    The Duckworth Lewis Method was first used in a match played between Zimbabwe versus England in 1996-97. This method was approved by the ICC in 1999.

    Who Invented the Duckworth Lewis method?

    The Duckworth Lewis Method was invented by statisticians Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis. On the name of these two guys, this method is popular as the Duckworth Lewis method.

    Later Professor Steven Stern (Department of Statistics, Queensland University of Technology) became the custodian of the method after the retirement of Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis. In November 2014, the Duckworth–Lewis method was renamed the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method (or DLS method).

    Reason For Following Duckworth Lewis method

    Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis
    Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis

    The attraction towards cricket keeps increasing among the peoples as it is widely played in almost every country. Cricket is also recognized as the most popular sport in the world after football and Rugby World cups.

    The cricket has been played as two sessions where in the first session a team used to bat in pairs against the bowling team and follows vice versa in the second session.

    The enjoyment of the game affects when the rain interrupts the match. In such conditions, the Duckworth Lewis Method is used.

    Rain Stops Play
    Rain Stops Play

    Difference between Par Score and Target Score

    Par score is the total that a chasing team should have reached – when they are ‘X’ wickets down – at the time of interruption while the target score is the revised score that a team is required to get after an interruption.

    The target score is one fixed number, while the par score changes according to the number of wickets lost. The par scores are calculated before an interruption, while targets are calculated after an interruption.

    Also read: What is DRS in Cricket? – New Rules and Methods Used

    DLS(Duckworth-Lewis-Stern) Method Calculation

    To calculate a target, the formula may simply be expressed as:

    Team 2’s par score = Team 1’s score x (Team 2’s resources/Team 1’s resources).

    During the match after the interruption, there are only two factors remains with the team for the calculation of this method.

    Every team available with these two resources namely:

    • Remaining Overs
    • Remaining Wickets

    On the basis of these two resources, Frank Duckworth and Tony Lewis have prepared a chart which suggests that how many resources are left with the batting side in different situations.

    Duckworth Lewis Calculation Table
    Duckworth Lewis Calculation Table

    Real-time Example of a DLS Method Calculation:

    Let us take an example that happens earlier before in DLS history where India beats Australia by 26 runs. This happens in the first ODI of Australia tour of India in Septem

    • In the 1st innings, India scored 7/281 in 50 overs.
    • During the innings break, rain interrupts play, and the match is reduced to 21 overs.
    • The 2nd innings commences, with Australia requiring 164 for victory.
    • Australia finishes their innings on 9/137 off 21 overs.
    • India wins by 26 runs on the D/L Method.

    WATCH: How DLS Method is Calculated in Cricket By ICC

    How to Watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming in UK

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    Suryakumar Yadav
    Suryakumar Yadav (image: X)

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming in UK: The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa 2024 will be played on November 10 in St George’s Park, Gqeberha. Four T20Is will be played during the India tour of South Africa 2024.

    India Tour of South Africa 2024 mark the second straight year of the Indian men’s team touring South Africa after playing all three formats in 2023-24. South Africa’s last series win against India dates way back to 2015.

    When to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in UK?

    The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa will begin at 03:00 PM GMT. 

    Where to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in UK?

    Sky Sports Cricket will live stream the SA vs IND 2nd T20I in the United Kingdom. In the UK, Sky Sports Cricket will be available on Sky Sports, TNT Sports, Viaplay Sports, BBC, ITV, Eurosport, DAZN, and Amazon Prime Video.

    Sky Sports
    Sky Sports

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I Squad

    India Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Avesh Khan, Jitesh Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Ramandeep Singh, Yash Dayal

    South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen(w), David Miller, Patrick Kruger, Marco Jansen, Andile Simelane, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqabayomzi Peter, Mihlali Mpongwana, Donovan Ferreira, Ottneil Baartman, Reeza Hendricks

    CHECKSL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Updates for 2nd T20I

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming in South Africa – When and Where to Watch

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    Aiden Markram
    Aiden Markram(Image: Twitter)

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming in South Africa: The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa 2024 will be played on November 10 in St George’s Park, Gqeberha. Four T20Is will be played during the India tour of South Africa 2024.

    India Tour of South Africa 2024 mark the second straight year of the Indian men’s team touring South Africa after playing all three formats in 2023-24. South Africa’s last series win against India dates way back to 2015.

    When to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in South Africa?

    The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa will begin at 05:00 PM SAST.

    Where to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in South Africa?

    The Live streaming of the SA vs IND 2nd T20I will be only available on the DStv app. Users will be redirected to the DStv app from the SuperSport App when attempting to watch live sports.

    SuperSport
    SuperSport

    DStv packages: SuperSport channels are available on various DStv packages, including DStv Family, DStv Compact Plus, DStv Access, DStv Premium, and DStv Compact.

    DStv app: DStv subscribers can watch live SuperSport on the DStv app using their Connect IDs. The app is available in Sub-Saharan Africa and surrounding areas.

    SuperSport App: The SuperSport app is available on Google Play and the App Store. The app offers a personalized experience with content such as video highlights, news, scores, fixtures, and more. It also includes real-time notifications to keep users updated on their favourite teams.

    Though DSTV has a total of 6 packages to choose from, SuperSport Cricket will only be available with the DStv Premium package.

    • DSTV Stream Premium – R799 pm
    • DSTV Stream Compact Plus – R549 pm
    • DSTV Stream Compact – R399 pm
    • DSTV Stream Access – R99 pm

    List of Sports Channels available with the DStv Premium subscription:

    • WWE Channel HD (128)
    • SuperSport Blitz (200)
    • SuperSport GrandStand (201)
    • SuperSport Football Plus (202)
    • SuperSport Premier League (203)
    • SuperSport La Liga (204)
    • SuperSport Football (205)
    • SuperSport Variety 1 (206)
    • SuperSport Variety 2 (207)
    • SuperSport Variety 3 (208)
    • SuperSport Variety 4 (209)
    • SuperSport Action (210)
    • SuperSport Rugby (211)
    • SuperSport Cricket (212)
    • SuperSport Golf (213)
    • SuperSport Tennis (214)
    • SuperSport Motorsport (215)
    • ESPN (218)
    • ESPN 2 (219)

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I Squad

    India Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Avesh Khan, Jitesh Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Ramandeep Singh, Yash Dayal

    South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen(w), David Miller, Patrick Kruger, Marco Jansen, Andile Simelane, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqabayomzi Peter, Mihlali Mpongwana, Donovan Ferreira, Ottneil Baartman, Reeza Hendricks

    CHECKSL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Updates for 2nd T20I

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming, telecast – When and Where to Watch

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    Hardik Pandya
    Hardik Pandya (image: X)

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live streaming: The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa 2024 will be played on November 10 in St George’s Park, Gqeberha. Four T20Is will be played during the India tour of South Africa 2024.

    India Tour of South Africa 2024 mark the second straight year of the Indian men’s team touring South Africa after playing all three formats in 2023-24. South Africa’s last series win against India dates way back to 2015.

    When to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in India?

    The second T20I of the India tour of South Africa 2024 will be played on November 10 and the match will kick start at 08:30 PM IST.

    Where to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming in India?

    Jio Cinema will live stream the SA vs IND 2nd T20I online for FREE. Fans can watch the second T20I of the India tour of South Africa 2024 on the Jio Cinema app and website for free of cost.

    Where to watch SA vs IND 2nd T20I Live telecast?

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I live telecast will be available on the Sports 18 channel. The channel will be available on almost every direct-to-home (DTH) satellite television provider in India.

    • Tata Sky or Tata Play:487 (HD), 488 (SD)
    • Dish TV: 643 (HD), 644 (SD)
    • Airtel DTH: 294 (HD), 293 (SD)
    • Videocon d2h: 666 (HD), 667 (SD)
    • Sun Direct: 505 (SD), 983 (HD)
    • Jio TV: 262 (SD), 261 (HD)
    • DEN: 407 (SD)
    • Hathway cable: 1155 (HD)
    • GTPL: 286 (HD), 268 (SD)
    • Fastway: 474 (HD)

    SA vs IND 2nd T20I Probable Playing 11

    Vijaykumar Vyshak and Ramandeep Singh are included in the India squad for the first time while Yash Dayal who has been in the test squad remains uncapped. Shivam Dube, Mayank Yadav and Riyan Parag are dealing with various injuries and have been sidelined for the series.

    India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav (capt), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Avesh Khan, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh

    South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (capt), Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Gerald Coetzee, Nqaba Peter, Ottneil Baartman

    CHECKSL vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Updates for 2nd T20I

    SL vs NZ 2nd T20I live streaming – When and Where to Watch

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    Sri Lanka

    SL vs NZ 2nd T20I live streaming: The second T20I of the New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka 2024 will be played on November 10 in Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla.

    The New Zealand cricket team is scheduled to tour Sri Lanka in November 2024 to play the white ball series of the New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka 2024. During the tour, both teams were scheduled to play two tests, two T20Is and three ODIs.

    SL vs NZ 2nd T20I live streaming

    As per SL vs NZ 2024 schedule, the first match will be played on November 9 in Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla. Following are the SL vs NZ 2nd T20I live streaming details for various locations.

    Location Broadcaster
    New Zealand Sky Sports
    Sri Lanka SLC YouTube
    India Sony LIV
    South Africa Super Sports
    UK Sky Sports

    Where to watch SL vs NZ 2nd T20I Live Streaming in New Zealand?

    Sky Sports NZ will live stream the SL vs NZ 2nd T20I in New Zealand. Sky Sports NZ have three packs to choose from to watch the live actions of the 2nd T20I from Dambulla.

    • Week Pass at $29.99 gives full access to Sky Sports and ESPN. This pass does not renew automatically. This pass allows the user to access for a week with flexibility.
    • Month Pass at $49.99 gives full access to Sky Sports and ESPN. This pass renews automatically at the beginning of each month unless cancelled. Users can cancel their subscriptions at any time.
    • Annual Pass at $499.99 comes with full access to Sky Sports and ESPN. Unless cancelled, this pass will renew automatically after 365 days. This pack offers a pass for 12 months for the price of 10 months.

    Where to watch SL vs NZ 2nd T20I Live Streaming in India?

    Sony Sports Network holds the broadcasting rights of the New Zealand tour of the Sri Lanka 2024 series in India. Sony LIV will live stream the SL vs NZ 2nd T20I in India. Following are the details of the subscription details of the Sony LIV app:

    Access All Content – Movies, Originals and Live Sports Mobile Only – INR 699(yearly) LIV Premium – INR 1499(Yearly) LIV Premium – INR 399(Monthly)
    Number of logged-in devices 1 5 5
    Watch on devices at the same time 1 2 1
    Max Video Quality Upto 720p HD Upto 4K UHD Upto 4K UHD
    Max Audio Quality Stereo Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
    Ad free experience Except on Sports, Liv Exclusives, Reality Shows(Live and Recorded) and Interactivity Except on Sports, Liv Exclusives, Reality Shows(Live and Recorded) and Interactivity Except on Sports, Liv Exclusives, Reality Shows(Live and Recorded) and Interactivity

    How to sign up for Sony LIV?

    • Open a Web browser and type Sonyliv.com or click here to get to the subscription page.
    • Choose the preferred plan from the list and click the subscription duration you need. (For live sports content you can choose LIV Premium pack as of your required duration(1 month or 6 months or for 1 year).
    • After choosing the plan click proceed at the bottom of the plan details page. NOTE: You can check the current ongoing offers by clicking the “View Offers” options near the Proceed option. 
    • Then enter your current mobile number that is available to receive an OTP.
    • If you want to sign up using an email or social account, click on the ‘Email of Social Account’ button
    • In case you opt for a mobile number, you will be required to enter an OTP
    • If you choose an email or social media account, it will connect and log in directly.

    Where to watch SL vs NZ 2nd T20I Live Streaming in South Africa?

    The Live streaming of the SL vs NZ 2nd T20I will be only available on the DStv app. Users will be redirected to the DStv app from the SuperSport App when attempting to watch live sports.

    DStv packages: SuperSport channels are available on various DStv packages, including DStv Family, DStv Compact Plus, DStv Access, DStv Premium, and DStv Compact.

    DStv app: DStv subscribers can watch live SuperSport on the DStv app using their Connect IDs. The app is available in Sub-Saharan Africa and surrounding areas.

    SuperSport App: The SuperSport app is available on Google Play and the App Store. The app offers a personalized experience with content such as video highlights, news, scores, fixtures, and more. It also includes real-time notifications to keep users updated on their favourite teams.

    Though DSTV has a total of 6 packages to choose from, SuperSport Cricket will only be available with the DStv Premium package.

    • DSTV Stream Premium – R799 pm
    • DSTV Stream Compact Plus – R549 pm
    • DSTV Stream Compact – R399 pm
    • DSTV Stream Access – R99 pm

    List of Sports Channels available with the DStv Premium subscription:

    • WWE Channel HD (128)
    • SuperSport Blitz (200)
    • SuperSport GrandStand (201)
    • SuperSport Football Plus (202)
    • SuperSport Premier League (203)
    • SuperSport La Liga (204)
    • SuperSport Football (205)
    • SuperSport Variety 1 (206)
    • SuperSport Variety 2 (207)
    • SuperSport Variety 3 (208)
    • SuperSport Variety 4 (209)
    • SuperSport Action (210)
    • SuperSport Rugby (211)
    • SuperSport Cricket (212)
    • SuperSport Golf (213)
    • SuperSport Tennis (214)
    • SuperSport Motorsport (215)
    • ESPN (218)
    • ESPN 2 (219)

    Connolly Walks Off after a Blow on his Glove | Aus vs Pak 3rd ODI

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    Cooper Connolly
    Cooper Connolly

    Connolly copped a blow on his glove when he was rushed into the pull shot a couple of balls ago. Australian Medical Team checked him in the middle and it seems something wrong.

    There was a Swelling on his left hand and he’s walking off the field. That’s so unfortunate for the youngster and Australia will hope that he’ll be able to come back later and bat if needed.

    Maxwell Comes inside to replaced Cooper Connolly. But he got out for a 2 Ball DUCK!

    Cooper Connolly – retd hurt  7(16)