Cricket is a team sport played between two teams, typically consisting of 11 players each, on a rectangular 22-yard long pitch. The game is played with a bat and a ball, where one team bats, attempting to score runs, while the other team bowls and fields, trying to dismiss the batting team. The primary objective for the batting team is to accumulate as many runs as possible, while the bowling side aims to limit runs scored and get the batsmen out by various methods such as bowled, caught, or leg before wicket (LBW).
Cricket matches can vary in format, with the three main types being Test cricket (played over five days), One Day Internationals (50 overs per side), and Twenty20 (20 overs per side), each with its own distinct rules and strategies. The sport is governed globally by the International Cricket Council (ICC), and it has a rich history and a passionate following, particularly in countries such as India, Australia, England, and Pakistan. The game emphasizes skill, strategy, and teamwork, and is known for its complex rules and unique culture.
Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, faces Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy opener in Dubai. Following a successful series against England, India enters the match with strong momentum and title…