Top Stories: Things that made news in the cricket world today

Sarfraz Ahmed and Kamran Akmal are fit for Pakistan’s T20 team: Rashid Latif

• Sarfaraz Ahmed and Kamran Akmal are the two prolific wicketkeeper-batsmen from Pakistan.
• They had a great time playing for their national side. But a sudden dip in their form with the bat ruled them out of the team.
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Brad Hogg picks the better spinner between Ravi Ashwin and Nathan Lyon

• The coronavirus threat has restricted everyone from leaving their homes. As the entire world practises social distancing, cricketers are using this time to interact with their fans on social media.
• Many former and current cricketers are using this time to conduct Questions and Answers sessions on Twitter while others are engaging in Instagram live sessions.
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‘He said I love you first’ – Glenn Maxwell’s fiancee Vini Raman shares her relationship secrets

• Cricketing fraternity looks pro-active on social media platforms amid Coronavirus pandemic.
• Some are busy in live Instagram sessions, some are spreading awareness about COVID-19 and some have been conducting question & answer round-up with there curious fans.
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Sakshi shares MS Dhoni’s first glimpse while mowing lawn during lockdown

• Amid Coronavirus outbreak, the cricketers are left with nothing to do but stay busy in household work and spend time with their family.
• Even, a big troop of players are also busy interacting with their fans on social media.
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Wasim Jaffer picks his all-time Mumbai XI since 1970

• Wasim Jaffer, the former Indian cricketer has become pro-active on social media after he bid adieu to all forms of the game back in March.
• Earlier, he picked his favourite all-time ODI team. Now, he has come out with best Mumbai XI that comprised of players since 1970.
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Brad Hogg names his best powerplay bowlers in the IPL history

• Brad Hogg, the former Australian cricketer, has taken some time out to make a research of the bowlers in the cash-rich and prestigious Indian Premier League (IPL).
• The veteran, who once plied his trade for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made his picks of the best bowlers in the powerplay.
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Don’t put MS Dhoni into retirement too early: Nasser Hussain

• Nasser Hussain, the former England captain, said that MS Dhoni shouldn’t be forced into retiring from cricket.
• The veteran called for appreciating the 38-year-old while he’s in the thick of things, calling him a once-in-a-generation player.
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Ravi Ashwin and MS Dhoni resort to online cricket coaching amid lockdown in the country

• MS Dhoni and Ravi Ashwin are the two Indian cricketers who have an exceptional brain for cricket.
• Apart from being actively involved with the sports, both the cricketers have tried to give something back as well.
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‘We used to wait for his spell to end’ – Shaun Pollock recalls his fears while facing Shoaib Akhtar’s express pace

• Shoaib Akhtar, the former Pakistan pacer was one of the quickest bowlers of his time.
• He was a nightmare for any batsman in the world at that time. He was simply unplayable on his best days.
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India series was a massive wake-up call: Justin Langer

• Justin Langer was a tough character during his playing days. A technically sound batsman, Langer went on to become one of the finest openers in Australia.
• He was with the squad during the time when the team was at its peak.
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