hb2k.com – Daily Briefings & General Coverage

Watch: Fan 'steals' ball? Spectator plays hilarious prank after Dewald Brevis' smashing six

Dewald Brevis's powerful sixes and a fan's playful ball-grabbing antics went viral in a record-breaking ODI match where Australia dominated South Africa. Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Cameron Green all scored centuries, propelling Australia to a massive 431/2. Connolly's impressive 5-22 meant that South Africa's chase fell short, but they secured the series 2-1.

No farewell! Cheteshwar Pujara retires, joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

Cheteshwar Pujara's quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about potential unceremonious departures.

Premier League updates: Man United-Fulham, Everton-Brighton

null

Watch: Virat Kohli's hilarious reaction as Cheteshwar Pujara struggles with dance — 'Couldn't even do that!'

Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement evokes memories, including a humorous dance during India's historic 2018-19 Australia series win. Despite his awkward moves, the series was defined by his remarkable batting performance. His 521 runs, including three centuries, earned him Player of the Series, solidifying India's triumph and his legacy of grit and determination.

SA20 | Sourav Ganguly’s first-ever coaching stint: Former India skipper joins Pretoria Capitals

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly's inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott's departure, hoping Ganguly's leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.

AUS vs SA | Historic rout! Australia hand South Africa their heaviest ODI defeat ever

Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating South Africa by 276 runs in Mackay, marking the Proteas' heaviest ODI loss. Travis Head (142) and Mitchell Marsh (100) set the stage with a record-breaking opening partnership, followed by Cameron Green's explosive unbeaten 118. South Africa struggled to respond, collapsing for 155 as Cooper Connolly claimed 5-22.

Watch: UFC legend Rampage Jackson's son brutally assaults pro-wrestler at event

Raja Jackson, son of Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, attacked wrestler Syko Stu, aka Stuart Smith, at a Knokx Pro Wrestling event in California. Rampage later apologised, calling it a work gone wrong.

AUS vs SA: Cooper Connolly breaks 20-year-old record with historic spell in 3rd ODI

Cooper Connolly produced record-breaking figures of 6-0-22-5, the best ever by an Australian spinner in men's ODIs, to set up a crushing 276-run win in Mackay. Australia's 431/2, powered by Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh and Cameron Green, handed South Africa their heaviest ODI defeat.

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: A throwback to his Test debut — who’s still active today?

Cheteshwar Pujara, the last active cricketer from his debut Test in 2010, has announced his retirement, marking the end of an era. His impressive 72-run knock in the second innings of that match against Australia showcased his potential. Over the years, his teammates retired, leaving Pujara as the final link to that team.

Last time Cheteshwar Pujara played for India: Who were his teammates and where are they now?

Cheteshwar Pujara, known for his resilience, has retired from Indian cricket after 103 Tests, his last being the 2023 World Test Championship final. That match also marked the end for some teammates. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from T20Is and Tests, while Shubman Gill now captains the Test side.

Transfer rumors, news: Man Utd's Bruno wanted by Al Ittihad

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes is still attracting interest from the Saudi Pro League. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Cheteshwar Pujara retirement: Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh pay tribute to star

Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh and VVS Laxman led the way with tributes for Cheteshwar Pujara as the Indian batter announced his retirement from all formats on Sunday, August 24. Pujara played 103 Tests for India.

Australia hand South Africa their biggest ODI defeat with consolation win in Mackay

AUS vs SA: Australia crushed South Africa by 276 runs in Mackay to finish the series 1-2. Powered by centuries from Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Cameron Green and a five-wicket haul from Cooper Connolly, the hosts dominated in a record-breaking win.

Cheteshwar Pujara’s IPL career: Teams, stats and auction price

Cheteshwar Pujara, renowned for his Test cricket resilience, also navigated the IPL landscape. Beginning with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2010, he played for multiple franchises, amassing 390 runs in 30 matches. Though his classical style didn't always translate to T20 success, his presence, especially at CSK, underscored the respect he garnered within Indian cricket.

'Some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Rishabh Pant pays tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara

Rishabh Pant honored Cheteshwar Pujara upon his retirement, recalling their vital Test partnerships, notably during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant highlighted their memorable stand at Sydney and Pujara's resilient innings at the Gabba, which significantly contributed to India's victories and draws. Pujara concluded his career as a key Test player, amassing 7,195 runs.

Watch: Bruised but not broken! When Cheteshwar Pujara was hit 11 times by Australia — and stood tall

Cheteshwar Pujara, after announcing his retirement, is remembered for his resilience, exemplified by his courageous innings at the Gabba in 2021. He endured 11 blows to his body from Australian pacers, including Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood, prioritizing his wicket to blunt the attack and pave the way for India's historic victory.

'Put India above everything else': Sunil Gavaskar on Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement call

Cricket legend Cheteshwar Pujara, renowned for his resilience, retired from Indian cricket, prompting tributes from Sunil Gavaskar and Niranjan Shah. Gavaskar lauded Pujara's dedication to Indian cricket, while Shah highlighted his technical brilliance and mental fortitude. The Saurashtra Cricket Association president, Jaydev Shah, celebrated Pujara's embodiment of discipline and inspiration to aspiring cricketers.

How Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah tips helped Ashwani Kumar grow

Ashwani Kumar, a young left-arm pacer, made a memorable Mumbai Indians debut, taking 4-24 and earning his team's first win. Mentored by Trent Boult and Jasprit Bumrah, he focuses on swing and staying calm under pressure. Now back in domestic cricket, Ashwani aims to excel in red-ball cricket and represent India.

Afghanistan, Bangladesh to square off in white-ball series after Asia Cup

The two teams will play three ODIs and three T20Is in the UAE

Cheteshwar Pujara retires! From 206 vs England to gritty 56 at Gabba - his top 5 greatest knocks

Cheteshwar Pujara, India's dependable Test batter, has retired from international cricket after a 103-Test career, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his resilience and patience, Pujara's memorable innings include a double century against England in 2012 and a gritty 202 against Australia in 2017. His contributions, defined by mental toughness and commitment, have left an indelible mark on Indian cricket.