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Devon Conway etched his name in New Zealand cricket history by becoming the first player to score a double-century and a century in the same Test match. His monumental 227 in the first innings and a subsequent 100 in the second guided New Zealand to a dominant position. This remarkable achievement places him among an elite global group of cricketers.
Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup 2026 squad omission is seen as a strategic correction, not a snub. Experts suggest selectors are prioritizing defined roles and recent T20 form over past Test heroics. This shift emphasizes specialists for specific game phases, reflecting a pragmatic approach to team composition for the tournament.
Australia has clinched the Ashes, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead with two Tests remaining after a thrilling fifth-day victory in Adelaide. Mitchell Starc's crucial wickets thwarted England's spirited chase, denying them a record-breaking fourth-innings run-fest. Despite a valiant effort, England fell short, extending their long winless streak in Australia.
Shubman Gill's injury opened the door for Sanju Samson, but sources reveal the team management had already planned to replace Gill at the top due to a lack of runs. This move signals a shift in strategy for the T20 World Cup, with the team management moving on from Gill as the all-format leader.