Ponting Labels Smith a 'Genius' after Old Trafford Double Ton

Ricky Ponting, Australia's greatest run-scorer, hailed Steve Smith as "a genius" Friday after his Ashes double hundred -- an exploit his country's media said was "Donald Bradman-like".

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Australian Journalist Drinks Most Expensive Beer Ever in Manchester

As for the beer itself, Mr Lalor said that at least was a success.

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Injury Plagued New Zealand Look to Soldier On as Sri Lanka Hope to Capitalise

New Zealand may have sealed the three-match T20 series against Sri Lanka after winning the first two games, but were faced with a unique problem as only 10 players were fit and Hamish Rutherford was drafted in as an SOS to give Tim Southee a chance to keep his 100% record as captain in the format intact.

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Thailand Create History, Qualify For 2020 ICC Women’s World T20 With Bangladesh

Thailand women created history by qualifying for the World T20 for the first time ever, after defeating Papua New Guinea women by 8 wickets, with 15 balls remaining at Dundee on Thursday.

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We Are Making Sure We Are Prepared for the Worst: De Kock

The Proteas will begin their tour with a three-match T20I series, the first of which will be held at Dharamsala on September 15.

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Duleep Trophy: Easwaran's Ton Puts India Red in Command in Final

India Red were 175 for 2 in 52 overs at close of play in reply to India Green's 231 all out in 72.1 overs at the M Chinnaswamy stadium.

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Rahmat Shah Steers Afghanistan With Historic Ton Against Bangladesh

Shah made 102 and put on a crucial 120-run fourth-wicket stand with Asghar Afghan, batting on 88, to counter the Bangladesh spin attack at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong.

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