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‘It is not really a free pass’ – Harsha Bhogle reacts to Dane Van Niekerk’s ‘free pass to final’ comment

• The South African women’s cricket team captain Dane van Niekerk was extremely disappointed not to make it to the finals of the ongoing ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020.
• India had won all of their league matches, while England had lost their first match and hence was eliminated.
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Hardik Pandya stands on one leg; slams Shivam Dube for a six in DY Patil T20 Cup

• India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is having a gala time in the ongoing DY Patil T20 Cup. He had slammed a blistering century for the Reliance 1 team against CAG a few days ago.
• He was supposed to be named in the Indian squad for New Zealand tour but was pulled back due to concerns on him carrying the load of bowling.
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It will be an injustice to Dale Steyn if I don’t try to learn anything from him: Rumman Raees

• Rubbing shoulders with the best in the world not only helps these youngsters hone their skills but also aids them in growing temperamentally.
• And, fast bowler Rumman Raees is relishing every moment that he is spending with the legendary Dale Steyn at Islamabad United.
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Nepal postpones Everest Premier League due to coronavirus threat

• Over 3,000 people have died of the virus worldwide while several thousands have been confirmed positive.
• The tournament was initially set to feature the likes of Chris Gayle, Mohammad Shahzad and local hero Sandeep Lamichhane.
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As soon as Babar Azam gets out, I switch off the television: Azam Khan

• Quetta Gladiators wicketkeeper-batsman Azam Khan has revealed his admiration for the batting skills of Pakistan T20I captain Babar Azam as he considers him his “role-model”.
• The 21-year-old has even said that he tries to watch Babar play as much as he can and switches off the television whenever the latter gets out.
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Mitchell Starc leaves South Africa to cheer Alyssa Healy’s Australia in T20 World Cup final

• Mitchell Starc won’t be available for the Australia’s third and final ODI against South Africa on Saturday.
• Justin Langer, the Australia head coach, said that the team was happy to release the left-arm speedster for the ‘once-in-a-lifetime-chance’.
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