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De Villiers set a new record for the fastest List A century, scoring 149 runs in 44 balls for South Africa against West Indies in January 2015, breaking Corey Anderson's previous record of 36 balls. However, Fraser-McGurk later surpassed De Villiers' record by reaching a century in just 29 balls for South Australia against Tasmania in the Marsh Cup in October 2023, although his team ended up losing the match. Full Article

Dhaka Metropoli and Rangpur Division will face off in Qualifier 1 of the Bangladesh T20 National League 2024 on Saturday, 21 December 2024, at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The predicted XIs for both teams include key players like Imran Uzzaman, Naim Sheikh, Akbar Ali, and Mohammad Enamul. The Dream11 Team for the match features players like Rakibul Hasan, Shamsur Rahman, Mohammad Enamul, and Akbar Ali, with the final squad to be adjusted post-toss for the updated lineup. Full Article

The first edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) will conclude with a final match between Janakpur Bolts and Sudurpaschim Royals, featuring top players like Shikhar Dhawan. The Royals, who have been leading, will face off against the Bolts, who secured their spot after defeating Karnali Yaks. The match promises to be a thrilling battle, with Sudurpaschim Royals having the edge but Janakpur Bolts showing a strong fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Full Article

The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium will host the thrilling eliminator match between Chattogram Division and Khulna Division in the Bangladesh T20 National League 2024 on December 21st at 9:00 AM IST. Chattogram Division has won three out of seven matches and is in fourth place, while Khulna Division has won four matches and is in third place. Key players include Anamul Haque, Nahidul Islam, and Ahmed Sharif for CD vs KD Dream11 Prediction. Full Article

Daniel Sams leads as the highest wicket-taker at the Sydney Showground Stadium with 31 wickets in 20 innings, while Wes Agar has taken 7 wickets in 3 T20s there. Moises Henriques and Daniel Hughes are top run-getters against Sydney-T, with Sean Abbott as the highest wicket-taker, while Cameron Bancroft and James Vince showcase good form. However, Nic Maddinson and David Warner are struggling with poor averages and single-digit scores in recent T20 matches. Full Article

India secured a thrilling victory against West Indies in the T20I series by 60 runs, with Smriti Mandhana scoring 77 and Richa Ghosh adding 54 in a high-scoring match. Mandhana's aggressive batting set the tone, with Jemimah Rodrigues also contributing before Ghosh's explosive innings propelled India to their highest-ever T20I total of 217. West Indies fought back initially, but Chinelle Henry's dismissal triggered a collapse, allowing Radha Yadav to claim 4 wickets as India clinched their first bilateral T20I series win at home since 2019. Full Article

Jacob Bethell made his BBL debut for Melbourne Renegades against Hobart Hurricanes, receiving his cap from coach Cameron White. Despite a quiet start and getting dismissed for three runs, Bethell's journey in the BBL and upcoming IPL 2025 season holds promise for the young cricketer. As fans anticipate his growth, Bethell's debut marks the beginning of his career with more opportunities to showcase his talent ahead. Full Article

Nurpur Lions will face Lake City Panthers in the 16th T20I of Pakistan Champions T20 Cup 2024 on December 19, 2024, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The Dream11 prediction for the match includes the predicted XIs for both teams and the best players to pick for the fantasy team, with Hasan Nawaz and Haider Ali recommended as captain and vice-captain. Stay tuned for updates after the toss for any modifications to the teams. Full Article

Qualifier 2 of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will see Janakpur Bolts and Karnali Yaks face off at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground. The winner of this match will advance to the championship match, with Karnali Yaks holding a slight advantage in head-to-head records against Janakpur Bolts. While Janakpur Bolts have a solid batting lineup and balanced bowling attack, Karnali Yaks' unpredictability adds an element of uncertainty to the outcome. Full Article

Galle Marvels will face Kandy Bolts in the eliminator match of the Lanka T10 Super League 2024 on December 18th at 6:15 PM IST at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Galle Marvels finished third on the points table while Kandy Bolts secured the fourth spot, with both teams vying for a spot in the next stage of the competition. The match preview includes predicted playing XI, weather conditions, key players, Dream11 fantasy cricket tips, and expert advice for the crucial encounter. Full Article