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The fourth T20 match between India and South Africa in Lucknow was called off due to dense fog, denying fans the chance to see Sanju Samson play. With Shubman Gill sidelined due to injury, the spotlight was expected to shift to Samson, but nature had other plans. All attention now moves to the series decider in Ahmedabad. Sanju Samson’s Unfortunate Luck At the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, thousands of fans were eagerly waiting to watch Samson don the blue jersey once again. However, heavy fog forced the match to be abandoned without a toss, leaving India’s 2-1 series lead intact but raising questions over Samson’s playing chances. News of Shubman Gill’s injury had initially sparked hope that Samson would open alongside Abhishek Sharma. But with the match called off, that opportunity ...

After the fourth T20 match in Lucknow was abandoned due to dense fog, all eyes are now on Ahmedabad, where the final and decisive match of the series will be played on December 19. India currently leads the series 2-1 and is fully prepared to seal a historic victory. Fortunately, weather forecasts suggest clear skies, offering fans a thrilling contest. Ahmedabad Weather Brings Relief The abandoned match in Lucknow had left fans worried about a repeat in Ahmedabad. However, the Indian Meteorological Department has confirmed clear conditions with no fog expected. Temperatures during the match are expected to range between 15°C and 30°C, ensuring that all 40 overs can likely be completed without interruption. The Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, is set to host a match that now carries ...

On December 18, 1948, Indian cricketer Bhausaheb Babasaheb Nimbalkar came agonizingly close to breaking Don Bradman’s world record in first-class cricket. Batting at 443 not out, he was just 10 runs short of surpassing Bradman’s 452*, but the match was abruptly ended due to the intervention of a royal patron, and the record slipped away. Eleven years later, a Pakistani batsman finally claimed it. The Ranji Trophy Clash: Maharashtra vs Kathiawad The historic match was played in Pune during the 1948 Ranji Trophy, spanning four days. Kathiawad was bowled out for 238, and Maharashtra responded with 132 for 1. After the fall of the first wicket at 81, 29-year-old Nimbalkar came to bat. He joined forces with KV Bhandarkar, and together they added 455 runs for the second wicket in just five...

Lucknow: The fourth T20 between India and South Africa at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, was abandoned without a single ball bowled due to hazardous fog and extreme air pollution, leaving thousands of fans disappointed. Among them was a devoted supporter who had sold three sacks of wheat just to afford a ticket, only to see his dreams vanish in the fog. Fans’ Disappointment: Dreams Lost in HazeWhen the umpires officially called off the match at 9:25 PM, the stadium’s thousands of spectators watched helplessly as their long-awaited cricketing excitement was buried under a blanket of smog. For many, this was more than a canceled game—it was the crushing of dreams and efforts invested to witness their favorite teams live. Selling Wheat to Watch CricketOutside the stadium, the mood was ...

Lucknow: The fourth T20 match between India and South Africa at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, fell victim to nature as dense fog and poor visibility forced the game to be abandoned. For cricket fans, this was more than just a washed-out match—it marked a bizarre recurring pattern at Ekana Stadium whenever the South African team plays here. Ekana and South Africa: A Triple MisfortuneThis is the third time that matches involving South Africa at Ekana have been disrupted by unforeseen circumstances. April 2020: During a planned ODI series, the match was canceled at the last moment due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in India. The South African team had to remain confined in a hotel in Lucknow for several days, with all match preparations already completed. October 2022: Heavy rainfal...

New Delhi: A video of Indian pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah has gone viral on social media, showing him losing his temper at an airport over a fan recording him without permission. The incident occurred while Bumrah was waiting in line for check-in, when a fan approached him and started recording a selfie video up close without consent. Initially, Bumrah tried to stop the fan and issued a warning, but when the fan ignored him, Bumrah snatched the phone from the fan’s hands. “Don’t tell me if it falls,” Bumrah warnedThe viral clip captures the interaction between Bumrah and the fan. As the fan said, “I’ll go with you, sir”, Bumrah firmly responded, “If your phone falls, don’t tell me.” When the fan casually replied, “It’s okay, sir”, Bumrah immediately took the phone. His strict reaction ...

New Delhi: On the second day of the third Ashes Test at Adelaide Oval, Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon achieved one of the most remarkable milestones of his Test career. With brilliant bowling, Lyon surpassed legendary fast bowler Glenn McGrath’s record of 563 Test wickets, claiming his 564th wicket and becoming Australia’s second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history. Lyon first dismissed Ollie Pope, equalling McGrath’s tally, and then removed Ben Duckett to set a new benchmark. Globally, Lyon now ranks as the sixth most successful Test bowler. Among Australians, only the legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne (708 wickets) remains ahead of him. Turning the Match in Australia’s FavorLyon’s breakthrough came at a crucial juncture. England had started steadily at 41/1, chasing Au...

New Delhi: The IPL 2026 mini-auction proved that winning on the field is not just about a fat wallet but also about strategic planning. Mumbai Indians, entering the auction with a modest ₹2.75 crore purse, stunned everyone when they acquired South African wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock for just ₹1 crore. A Clever Move Praised by R AshwinFormer Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin hailed Mumbai Indians’ move as the smartest play of the season. Ashwin explained that while other franchises hesitated or focused on strategy, MI capitalized on the opportunity instantly. On his YouTube channel, Ashwin remarked with a touch of humor, “It seemed like everyone else was asleep while MI snatched the deal in a blink.” According to him, MI is trying to recreate the magic of their 2020 champio...

The fourth T20 between India and South Africa in Lucknow was abandoned due to heavy fog, making it the latest in a series of unusual match cancellations in international cricket history. The toss could not take place, and after multiple inspections, the umpires called off the game. Fans expressed their frustration on social media, but such incidents have occurred before. Here’s a look at five notable examples: 1. Sri Lanka vs Australia/West Indies (1996 World Cup)Two weeks before the World Cup began, a suicide truck bombing at Colombo’s Central Bank killed 91 people and injured nearly 1,400. Amid the civil war in Sri Lanka, Australia and West Indies refused to play citing safety concerns. The ICC awarded Sri Lanka walkovers for both matches. 2. Pakistan vs New Zealand (2021)On 17 Sep...

Lucknow, UP: Uttar Pradesh’s 20-year-old all-rounder Prashant Veer made headlines at the IPL 2026 mini-auction on 16 December in Abu Dhabi, as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured his services for a record-breaking ₹14.20 crore. This made him one of the most expensive uncapped players in IPL history, sharing the record with Kartik Sharma. Celebration with TeammatesVeer watched the auction live along with his teammates from UP. When the bid crossed ₹10 crore, UP captain Rinku Singh erupted with joy. Fellow players joked about Veer managing such a huge contract, making it a moment of celebration and pride. His signing amount surpassed the previous IPL record of ₹10 crore paid by Lucknow Super Giants for Avesh Khan in 2023. Veer’s Impressive StatsThe young left-arm spinner represents Uttar...