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Netherlands defied the odds to qualify for the Super-10 stage of the World Twenty20
The Netherlands achieved the impossible today as they chased down a target of 190 inside of 14 overs to not only beat Ireland by six wickets, but to also qualify for the Super-10 stage of the World Twenty20.
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Al Hasan and Zadran both made physical contact with each other
Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan and Afghanistan pace bowler Dawlat Zadran were both fined 50 per cent of their match fees after getting involved in an on-field altercation during their World Twenty20 qualifying round match, which Bangladesh won by nine wickets.
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“I won’t be playing any T20 internationals after this”
Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batsman Kumar Sangakkara has announced that he will retire from Twenty20 Internationals following the conclusion of the World Twenty20.
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“He has done really well for us over the last few years and we’ll be looking for him to put his hand up during this tournament”
Ireland captain William Porterfield has announced that 21-year-old left-arm spinner George Dockrell will play a key role during the upcoming World Twenty20 since Bangladesh is renowned for its spin-friendly pitches.
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Can Hong Kong defy the odds during their maiden World Twenty20 tournament?
When asked to picture Hong Kong, most people would conjure up images of bright lights, skyscrapers and delectable dumplings. However, there is more to Hong Kong than jaw-dropping sights and mouth-watering food.
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“The players have signed contracts and all is well now”
Zimbabwe’s cricketers have agreed to a payment structure put forth by Zimbabwe Cricket for the upcoming World Twenty20 in Bangladesh later this month.
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Kamungozi has not represented Zimbabwe since October 2006
In a rather surprising move, Zimbabwe have included 26-year-old leg-spinner Tafadzwa Kamungozi in their squad for the qualifying round of the World Twenty20, which takes place in Bangladesh next month.
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This will be the United Arab Emirates’ maiden appearance at the World Twenty20
The United Arab Emirates have included uncapped 20-year-old batsman Rohit Singh and 18-year-old all-rounder Moaaz Qazi in their squad for the qualifying round of the World Twenty20, which will take place in Bangladesh next month.
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This will be Nepal’s maiden appearance at the World Twenty20
Nepal have included uncapped batsman Naresh Budayair in their squad for the qualifying round of the World Twenty20, which gets underway in Bangladesh next month.
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Warner, Smith and Bailey will play the opening round of the BBL
Australia’s batting trio of David Warner, Steven Smith and George Bailey have all been given the green light by Cricket Australia team performance manager Pat Howard to represent their respective franchises in the opening round of the Big Bash League (BBL), which gets underway on December 20.
