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Weekly Roundup: SA Dominates Pak as Ban Suffers from a ODI Series Whitewash

Pak Vs SA 2024 – T20I Series

The three match T20I series between Pakistan and South Africa have been won comprehensively by the hosts by 2-0. The Proteas squad dominated the men in green in all three departments and provided their home crowd with a reason to celebrate. The third T20I was drawn, having being spoiled by rain and abandoned without a single ball being bowled. The first match was won by the hosts by 11 runs and the second by a hefty 7 wickets margin. This was South Africa 1st T20I series win against Pakistan since August 2022 and Rezza Hendricks was named the player of the series for his impressive maiden century in the second game.

WI Vs Ban 2024 – ODI Series

The West Indian team have absolutely demolished the guest squad as they won the 3-match ODI series by 3-0. Sherfane Rutherford was named the player of the match for his phenomenal batting innings as well as incredible bowling performances as well. The debutant Amir Jangoo propelled his team towards victory in the third game and smashed his 104 runs off 83 deliveries. The Mehidy Hasan-Miraz led Bengali team should dwell upon this embarrassing loss just a couple of months before the official start of Champions Trophy 2025.

Ind Vs Aus 2024 – Test Series

The Border Gavaskar Series is ongoing with full enthusiasm as fans are enjoying stellar individual performances and intense drama between hyped up players. Currently, the series is leveled between India and Australia by 1-1 and the third match is being dominated by the Aussie squad. Australia have already put together 404 runs of 7 wickets in the 1st innings and they seem to be in no hurry to declare. Steve Smith and Travis Head have shined once again and have smashed individual centuries. The in-form Travis Head scored 152 runs before being stumped by Jasprit Bumrah. Let’s see how the Indian batters respond to such a hefty target.

NZ Vs Eng 2024 – Test Series

The second match of the 3-match test series between two test gaints, New Zealand and England was won comprehensively by the British by a huge margin of 323 runs. This loss is nothing less than a grave blow to the kiwi team as it has dimmed their chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship Final 2024-2025 significantly. In the last ongoing 3rd match, the kiwis are dominating and currently have a hefty lead of 340 runs, with 7 wickets in hand. We won’t be surprised if this lead is increased to 500 or more runs.