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Jadeja spin seals Chennai win over Sunrisers in IPL

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Ravindra Jadeja’s 3-22 led Chennai’s dominance in spin-friendly conditions at home for a smooth seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League Friday.

The visitors managed just 134-7 after being sent in to bat and Jadeja’s four-over spell for the Super Kings choked their innings before it could get going.

“It is a good track to bowl on for me,” Jadeja said. “The ball stops a bit here and I am able to trap the batsmen bowling straight.”

Opener Abhishek Sharma was the one bright spot for Hyderabad with 34 off 26 balls before the home town’s spinners applied the squeeze.

Harry Brook, who scored this IPL’s first century two innings ago, only managed 18 off 13 balls.

Apart from Sharma, only number three batter Rahul Tripathi crossed the 20-run mark for Hyderabad.

Skipper M.S. Dhoni put on a clinic behind the stumps, snapping up Aiden Markram before stumping Mayank Agarwal. Later he also ran out Washington Sundar, overcoming a troublesome knee injury.

The hosts eased to 138-3 in reply with eight balls to spare as opener Devon Conway scored his third consecutive tournament half-century.

Conway finished undefeated on 77 from 57 balls with 12 fours and a six although the capacity home crowd were a little disappointed at not getting to see Dhoni at the crease.

Speculation is rife that this tournament will be the beloved 41-year-old’s last, but Dhoni could return to his home ground next month with Chennai now third on the table.

The IPL finals schedule was announced before the match with the first qualifier and eliminator to be played in the city on May 23 and 24.

Ahmedabad, home ground of last year’s winners Gujarat Titans, will host the second qualifier and the 2023 final on May 26 and 28.

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Naderi outplays Hotak to clinch Ariana Snooker Championship 2025 title

The 32-year-old, who is ranked No. 2 in Afghanistan, defeated Rayees Khan Hotak 7-6 in a thrilling final.

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After a thrilling week of first-class snooker, this year’s Ariana Snooker Championship wrapped up on Monday with Naveed Naderi lifting the trophy.

The 32-year-old, who is ranked No. 2 in Afghanistan, defeated Rayees Khan Hotak 7-6 in a thrilling final.

Sixteen of the country’s top snooker players took part in the tournament – many of whom were teenagers.

Wahidullah Asghari, the head of Afghanistan Billiards and Snooker Federation, said after Monday’s final that there was solid talent among players in the country, especially the young ones.

“Our young players showcased their talents and abilities in these competitions with their nice performances. The talents promised us that a very bright and shining future awaits this federation.”

The tournament was organized by Ariana Radio and Television Network (ATN) and broadcast live across the country. This was part of ATN’s commitment to the development of sport and the sport community of Afghanistan.

For sports fans however, ATN will soon broadcast another exciting event across the country.

Next up will be the long-awaited and much anticipated ICC Champions Trophy which gets underway on Wednesday in Pakistan.

Fans can watch the tournament live and exclusively on Ariana Television. For schedules, fixtures and updates stay tuned to Ariana Television and Ariana News’ digital platforms.

 

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Ex-Pakistan captain says Rashid is greater than legendary cricketer Wasim Akram

In 2018 he became the youngest cricketer to top the ICC ODI bowling rankings, the youngest man to captain an international side, and the fastest to 100 ODI wickets.

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Former Pakistan cricket captain Rashid Latif has boldly stated that Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is a greater cricketer than legendary bowler Wasim Akram.

Akram is widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers of all time and is often referred to as The Sultan of Swing. He was part of the Pakistani squad which won the 1992 Cricket World Cup and he was instrumental in shaping Pakistan’s pace attack for over a decade.

Rashid on the other hand made his debut for an inexperienced Afghanistan team in international cricket in 2015 at the age of 17. He quickly rose to almost global superstar status and is now among the first names on wish lists of league teams around the world.

In 2018 he became the youngest cricketer to top the ICC ODI bowling rankings, the youngest man to captain an international side, and the fastest to 100 ODI wickets.

In December 2020, he was named the ICC Men’s T20I Player of the Decade and he has since gone on to notch up countless more records – his latest being the highest wicket-taker in T20 history.

Rashid went past previous record-holder Dwayne Bravo’s tally of 631 wickets during South Africa’s league tournament early this month.

After breaking Trinidadian Bravo’s record, Rashid said: “It’s a great achievement.”

“I never thought about it, if you asked 10 years before this if I would get there. It’s a proud feeling to be from Afghanistan and to be at that level where you top the table.”

And topping the table he certainly is, with cricket experts like Latif noting that Rashid was instrumental in helping the Afghanistan cricket team become more well-known and for putting them on the map.

“He is greater than Wasim Akram. I am sorry to say, but Rashid’s stature is bigger,” said Latif.

“I have only one piece of advice for Rashid Khan — improve your Test team and play more Test matches against Pakistan.”

Latif’s comments come just days before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 gets underway in Pakistan. Once again, Afghanistan will be eager to make a mark on the global stage.

Led by key players like Rashid, Mohammad Nabi, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the Afghan team will take to the field as a competitive force in world cricket.

Their spin-heavy attack, coupled with an improving batting lineup, makes them a dangerous team capable of causing major upsets.

Cricket fans meanwhile can stay tuned to Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN) as all Champions Trophy matches will be broadcast live across the country from Wednesday February 19.

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Ariana Snooker Championship 2025: Naderi and Hotak through to final

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Ariana Snooker Championship semi-finals wrapped up on Sunday with Naveed Naderi and Raees Khan Hotak both moving on to the final on Monday.

In the first semi-final on Sunday, Naveed Naderi, who is ranked number 2 in Afghanistan, beat Zulmai Salamkhil 5-3.

Later in the day, Raees Khan Hotak, who is ranked number 4 in Afghanistan, defeated Nader Khan Rohani 5-4 in a fiercely contested match.

Hotak, who at 42 years of age, has over 40 domestic tournaments under his belt and has played in 30 international matches.

Naderi is 32 years old and while not as experienced as Hotak, he does have 35 domestic games to his name. He has also played in one international event.

Both players however have their eye on the title. Their match will get underway at 4pm Kabul time on Monday.

Snooker enthusiasts across Afghanistan can watch the exciting final on Monday live on Ariana Television, the Ariana Sports Facebook page, the Ariana Sports YouTube channel, and the Ariana Television website.

The match will start at 4pm but a preview show will be broadcast from 3pm. Stay tuned!

 

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