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Quinton de Kock’s 7000-Run Milestone: The Comeback of a Modern Great

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  A Milestone in the Making When Quinton de Kock crossed the 7,000-run mark in One Day Internationals (ODIs) during the third match between South Africa and Pakistan in Faisalabad on 8 November 2025 , it was far more than just another number. For the wicketkeeper-batter who had once walked away from ODIs, it was a statement of renewal and resilience. He reached the milestone in just 158 innings , making him the second-fastest man in history to reach 7,000 ODI runs — behind only Hashim Amla, another South African batting legend. It took Amla 150 innings, while de Kock’s 158 innings put him ahead of Kane Williamson (159) and Virat Kohli (161). He also became only the fifth South African player to cross the 7,000-run threshold, joining Jacques Kallis, AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, and Herschelle Gibbs — an elite club that defines South Africa’s golden generation of batting. Why This Achievement Matters Consistency and Speed Reaching 7,000 runs in fewer than 160 innings places de ...
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Afghanistan Cricket’s Withdrawal from Tri-Series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka: A Stand for Justice Over Sport

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  In a move that goes beyond the boundaries of cricket, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming tri-series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka, scheduled for November 2025. While the decision has sparked debates in sporting and diplomatic circles alike, it must be understood not simply as a sporting choice—but as a moral stand. This decision comes in the wake of a deeply tragic incident: a reported aerial strike by Pakistan that led to the deaths of multiple Afghan civilians, including three young, aspiring cricketers. These individuals were not only promising talents but future ambassadors of Afghan cricket—individuals who had the potential to shine on the global stage. A Nation in Mourning: When Dreams Are Lost to Violence Cricket in Afghanistan is not just a sport—it is a symbol of resilience. Born amidst the struggles of war, displacement, and economic hardship, Afghan cricket has risen rapidly, winning hearts and respect around the world...
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Cricket Can Wait — Why India Should Not Play Against Pakistan

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   When Patriotism Meets the Pitch India is a nation that bleeds with its soldiers, mourns with its martyrs, and stands tall in the face of aggression. Every time a terrorist attack strikes Indian soil, it’s not just the Armed Forces that respond — it’s the collective soul of 1.4 billion Indians that rises in unity, grief, and resolve. Operations like Sindoor and Mahadev weren’t just strategic military actions; they were declarations of a nation's unwillingness to bow down to terror. They symbolized courage, sacrifice, and above all, the price of peace. And yet, amid this unwavering national sentiment, a contradiction lingers — cricket diplomacy. Time and again, India finds itself at a crossroads: on one side lies the passion for cricket, and on the other, the memory of countless jawans who laid down their lives defending the nation. With the Asia Cup 2025 scheduled and Pakistan among the contenders, a burning question arises once again — should India play against Pakist...
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