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Matthew Hayden predicts his semi-finalists for ICC T20 World Cup 2024

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Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden predicts the semi-finalists for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 as India, England, Australia, and South Africa. He also expresses confidence in Pakistan's performance due to their strong bowling lineup but notes their potential weakness in fielding. The tournament begins on June 1 and is co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies.
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Shahid Afridi named ICC T20 World Cup 2024 ambassador

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Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi has been appointed as the ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, to be held in the West Indies and the USA. Afridi expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, recalling his past successes and the evolution of the T20 World Cup. The event commences on June 1, featuring an expanded format with more teams and matches. Pakistan's schedule includes matches against the USA, India, Canada, and Ireland. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, and the United States, with other groups featuring teams from around the globe.
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Pakistan’s likely squad for T20 World Cup 2024

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalized a 15-member squad, led by skipper Babar Azam, for the T20 World Cup 2024. The squad includes five fast bowlers, four all-rounders, three wicket-keepers, two batsmen, and a spinner. Pacer Haris Rauf has been included, with Hasan Ali, Salman Ali Agha, and Irfan Khan as reserves. The official squad announcement will follow the T20I series against England on May 22. Pakistan is in Group A alongside India, Ireland, Canada, and the USA.
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Sachin Tendulkar’s security guard commits suicide with service gun

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Sachin Tendulkar's security guard, Prakash Kapde, tragically committed suicide using his service gun during a vacation to Jamner town. The 39-year-old left behind his parents, wife, two minor children, and a brother. While the police suspect personal reasons, investigations are ongoing. The SRPF is expected to conduct a separate inquiry due to Kapde's VVIP security role.
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PCB to install floodlights at Quetta stadium for PSL matches

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PCB Chairman Naqvi announced plans to install floodlights at Nawab Akbar Bugti cricket stadium in Quetta within three months to enhance cricket in Balochistan. He confirmed that PCB will fulfill its promise by September, making the stadium suitable for PSL matches. Chief Minister Bugti appreciated the move, citing its potential to boost sports in the province.
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West Indies player banned for five years by ICC

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West Indies cricketer Devon Thomas has been banned for five years by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for seven breaches of anti-corruption regulations. The ban is backdated by a year, with the final 18 months suspended. Thomas admitted to offences in three separate tournaments and accepted guilt for match-fixing attempts in the Lanka Premier League.
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Ex-England captain thinks Pakistan, India won’t reach T20 World Cup semi-finals

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Former England captain and commentator Michael Vaughan predicts England, South Africa, Australia, and West Indies will reach the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals. The tournament, with three venues in the USA and six in the Caribbean, will see 20 teams divided into four groups of five, with the top two advancing to the Super 8 round.
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England stadiums ready to host Pakistan-India Tests

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Several well-known cricket stadiums in England, including Lord’s, The Oval, and Edgbaston, are eager to host bilateral Test series between arch-rivals Pakistan and India. The representatives from these venues, including Surrey and Warwickshire, expressed their support for hosting the series, reigniting fans' hopes for a Pakistan-India Test match, not played since 2007/08.