Cricket round-up: Windies on top, Aussies win
There is a lot happening around the world in cricket and fans have plenty to be excited about. West Indies seized momentum against Sri Lanka in the first Test after a second Test ton by Shane Dowrich. Australia got off to a winning start in England after beating Sussex. Dale Steyn has replaced Amla as Hampshire's overseas player. Here is the cricket round-up.
Steyn eyes a strong show after replacing in-form Amla
Steyn will be available for Hampshire's three County matches this month. After making a comeback from an injury, Steyn will be raring to have a go in the four-day matches for Hampshire. Recently, Steyn conceded 80 runs in his 10-over spell in a match against Somerset. Meanwhile, injured Amla was the leading run-scorer (492) for Hampshire in County Championship this season.
Shane Dowrich excels for Windies at home
West Indian wicket-keeper batsman Shane Dowrich slammed an unbeaten 125 runs off 325 deliveries to help his side post a mammoth 414/8. It was an innings of grit and substance as Dowrich hit 12 boundaries. His ton ensured that West Indies remain on top. In reply, Sri Lanka are 31/3 at stumps on Day Two. Roach, Gabriel and Holder took one wicket each.
Afghanistan thrash Bangladesh 3-0 in T20Is
Afghanistan inflicted a whitewash (3-0) over Bangladesh in T20Is. Afghans clinched a one-run thriller against the Tigers after Rashid Khan defended nine runs off the last over. Afghanistan managed to post 145/6 and in reply, Bangladesh were restricted to 144/6. Rashid finished with figures of 1/24 in his four over-spell. He was awarded the Player of the Series.
Afghans add another feather to their cap
Australia beat Sussex in practice match
Australia warmed up for the upcoming ODI series against England with a 57-run win over Sussex. Marcus Stoinis was the chief architect for Australia after striking a century. Aaron Finch played well too adding 74 runs with D'Arcy Short before stitching another 93-run stand with Stoinis. Despite being at 167/1, Australia could manage only 277. They bowled Sussex out for 220 runs later on.
