The USA amazed audiences on Tuesday by defending only 122 runs against Oman in an ODI, thus setting a new low for the smallest number of runs to be defended in a full-length men's ODI. They won by 57 runs in a match that was completely dominated by the spin-bowling.

Nosthush Kenjige stole the show with the ball, taking 5 wickets for just 11 runs in 7.3 overs, thus blowing Oman away. Oman cracked under the pressure and got dismissed for a measly total of just 65 runs which is their lowest total in the history of men’s international cricket.

Over 4800+ ODI cricket matches, Lowest successfully defended ODI score. 122 made by USA 🇺🇸 against Oman 🇴🇲 (85 allOUT) today.

Previous one, 1985/03/22 India 🇮🇳 126 allout against Pakistan 🇵🇰. Won by 38 runs.

🏏🏆️#omavusa pic.twitter.com/uCyG5EPLjq

— Ishara (@Ishara23032) February 18, 2025

Milind Kumar was also instrumental in the match with his off-spin, he picked up 2 wickets for 17 runs, one of which was the key dismissal of Oman’s captain, Jatinder Singh, who managed only 7 runs. Yasir Mohammed added 2 wickets for 10 runs, while Harmeet Singh chipped in with 1 for 25. In the end, Kenjige finished the game in style by taking the wicket of No. 11 Siddharth Bukkapatnam, who was bowled for a duck and thereby, the USA made history by winning the match.

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History books rewritten in Al-Amerat!

USA claim an ODI record in a stunning League 2 defence 👇 #OMAvUSAhttps://t.co/BJNF6rWEKG

— ICC (@ICC) February 18, 2025

The pitch conditions massively tilted the advantage in favor of spinners, and not a single over of pace was bowled for the entire duration of the match. Oman went with a five-spinner attack, but the USA responded with much restraint as their own slow bowlers—Milind Kumar, Harmeet Singh, Yasir Mohammed, and Kenjige.

Oman had aimed to replicate their recent success with spin against Namibia, and their bowlers started strong, reducing the USA to 5 wickets down within 13 overs. Captain Monank Patel was dismissed for a duck, while Aaron Jones and Sanjay Krishnamurthi each scored 16 runs.

But Milind Kumar was strong in a gritty, unbeaten 47 that saw six boundaries hit and guaranteed the USA breach the 100-run barrier. It was sufficient because Oman's batting order capitulated under a never-ending onslaught of spin bowling.

Ultimately, it was a record victory for the USA that confirmed even the lowest scores could be defended when using the proper tactics and techniques.

Sehwag, who is a legends of the game himself, called Kohli his favourite batter due to his knack to chase targets. "Kohli is a master of chases “, Sehwag said. He is very good in chases and he seems to get the job done every time."

Why Kohli Pipped the Master Blaster?

Sehwag has a lot of respect for Tendulkar but he has ranked Kohli as No. 1 for his consistency and match-winning ability along with the phenomenal record Kohli has in ODIs.

The Indian trails No. 1 Sehwag, who is hailed as the greatest ever batter. “It’s because Tendulkar is my idol,” Sehwag said. “He is my biggest batman I have ever seen. He taught me a lot about how aggressive you can be up there at the top of the order."

At No. 3, Sehwag chose former Pakistan middle-order batter Inzamam-ul-Haq, who reigned in the 1990s and 2000s. His top two were Indian batters — Sachin Tendulkar at No. 2 and Virat Kohli at No. 1.

The rest of the three batters on Sehwag's shortlist are:
3. Inzamam-ul-Haq
4. AB de Villiers
5. chris Gayle

"All these batters are legends, Sehwag said. “They all have a legacy in ODI cricket.”
Virender Sehwag has jaw-dropping stats of his five ODI batters. Sachin Tendulkar is still the leading run-scorer in ODI as he amassed 18,426 runs at an average of 44.83 and a strike rate of 86.23 across 463 matches. Now the guy with the more hundreds than anyone (50) in limited-overs cricket is Virat Kohli with 13,963 runs at an average of 57.93 with a strike rate of 93.52 in 297 matches. Seventh on 11,739 runs at 39.52 and strike rate of 74.24 in 378 matches. The only batsman to have scored 9,577 runs at an average over 50 and a strike rate over 100 or above is AB de Villiers, who had 228 ODIs with an average of 53.50 and a strike rate of 101.09. Gale who was an explosive batter scored 10,480 runs in ODIs at an average of 37.83 at a strike rate of 87.19.

Kohli takes top spot, Tendulkar at No. 2 🤯@virendersehwag reveals his Top 5 ODI batters 🔥

Watch now 👉🏼 pic.twitter.com/3qIf1nmlDN

— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) February 17, 2025

Sehwag's statement will invite controversy but only proves the greatness of both Kohli and Sachin. Both batters have achieved incredible things in ODI cricket and they are both deserving of a place in any all-time list.

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The next Daytime International (ODI) between Zimbabwe & Ireland is scheduled for February 16, 2025 at Harare Sports Club Harare in Second cricket match for the fans. Both sides are eager to take the series up on their home soil and we should have an entertaining encounter. 

Match Details

• Fixture: Zimbabwe vs Ireland, 2nd ODI
• Date: February 16, 2025
• Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
• Match Start Time: 1:00 PM IST | 9:30 AM Local Time | 7:30 AM GMT

LIVE STREAMING DETAILS:

Cricket fans worldwide can catch the action through various streaming platforms and TV channels.

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How to Watch Online?

Pakistan defeated South Africa by six wickets to qualify for the final of the ongoing tri-nation tournament. Chasing 353 runs, they broke several records, including the highest successful run chase in Pakistan’s ODI history. Mohammad Rizwan (122*) and Salman Agha (134) scored a century each and a partnership of 260 runs for the fourth wicket is also the highest for Pakistan in ODI cricket.

Pakistan chase in ODI Cricket History :

Pakistan's successful run-chase in ODI cricket:

Pakistan vs South Africa third One Day International (ODI) will be played on today, February 12, 2025. The game will take place in the National Stadium, Karachi today and starts at 2:30 PM IST (Pakistan Time); ongoing tri-nation series.
This match will be very crucial, as both teams have to play finals of tri-nation series against Neew Zealand.

Match Details:

• Match: Pakistan vs South Africa, 3rd ODI
• Date: February 12, 2025
• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
• Time:
  1. Pakistan: 2:00 PM PST
  2. India: 2:30 PM IST
  3. South Africa: 11:30 AM SAST

LIVE STREAMING

TV Broadcast

• India: Sony Sports Network
• Pakistan: PTV Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport

Online:

• SonyLIV App & Website (India)
• PTV Sports Website & App (Pakistan)
• SuperSport Live Stream (South Africa)
• FanCode App & Website (Available in multiple countries)

Recent performances:

• Pakistan lost to New Zealand by 78 runs.
• South Africa lost to New Zealand by six wickets.

Notable to watch

Fakhar Zaman – Scored 84 runs in the last match.
Shaheen Afridi – Took 3 wickets against New Zealand.
Babar Azam – Pakistan’s captain, known for his consistency.
South Africa
Matthew Breetzke – Scored a record 150 runs on his ODI debut!
Wiaan Mulder – Played a solid knock of 60 runs.
Tabraiz Shamsi – A key bowler who can trouble Pakistan’s batters.

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India and England host their final One Day International (ODI) on February 12, 2025 today. The match will be held at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad and start at 1:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time. England will get at least one win in the 3-match series as India have clinched first 2 ties and now looking to avoid sweeps by England. 

Match Details:

• Date: 12th February, 2025
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• Time: 1:30 PM IST

Live Streaming:

IN INDIA:

TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network

• English Commentary:

• Star Sports 2
• Star Sports 2 HD
• Star Sports 3

• Hindi Commentary:

• Sports 18 1
• Sports 18 1 HD
• Colors Cineplex
• Colors Cineplex HD

• Online Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar (app and website)

In the United States and Canada

• TV Broadcast: Willow TV
• Online Streaming: Willow TV App

In the United Kingdom

• TV Broadcast: Sky Sports Cricket
• Online Streaming: Sky Go App

In Australia

• TV Broadcast: Fox Sports
• Online Streaming: Kayo Sports

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Highlights: India lead the series after victories in the opening two ODIs. Captain Rohit Sharma plundered 100 runs in the second game and gave the team a confidence boost. Fans are also looking forward to Virat Kohli who is bang on the other end of getting to 14,000 ODI runs. 

India ODI squad:

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy.

England ODI squad:

Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Philip Salt, Jamie Smith, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

Sri Lanka VS Australia ~ [First ODI of Series] Cricket starts all over the world with great anticipation in the mind of every single Sri Lankan fan for their upcoming ODI match. The match will be held at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo on 12th Feb, 2025. The game will kick off at 10:00 AM IST (4:30 PM GMT).

Match Details:

• Match: Sri Lanka vs Australia, 1st ODI
• Date: February 12, 2025
• Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
• Start Time: 10:00 AM IST | 4:30 AM GMT

1st ODI - February 12, 10 am - R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

2nd ODI - February 14, 10 am - R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

Live streaming details:

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Squads:

Srilanka:Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nishan Madushka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Mohamed Shiraz and Eshan Malinga.

Australia:Alex Carey (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (c), Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Tanveer Sangha, Mitchell Starc.

The 3rd and last ODI between India and England is scheduled to be played at Narendra Modi Stadium. So far, India has seen good performances, and this match will be a decisive one for both the teams. Considering the last few months' performances as well as the team balance, here is India's probable playing XI for the match.

Match Details: India vs England, 3rd ODI

• Match: India vs England, 3rd ODI
• Date: February 12, 2024
• Time: 1:30 PM IST (8:00 AM GMT)
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

This is the final ODI of the series, and both teams will be looking to secure a victory. 

Probable playing xi

•  Rohit Sharma (C)
  The Indian skipper, Rohit Sharma, is the one who would lead from the front. Experience and his capability to score big runs are two of his assets.
• Shubman Gill
  Gill has been in good form and gives a solid start at the top. His technique and shot selection make him a reliable opener.
•  Virat Kohli
  Kohli is one of the best batsmen in world cricket. When it comes to partnerships and anchoring the innings, Kohli will be a must-have in the XI.
• Shreyas Iyer
  Iyer can play aggressive cricket and stabilize the middle order. His attacking style will usefully score quick runs.
• KL Rahul (Wicketkeeper)
  Rahul is India's wicket-keeper, adding a little extra strength to the batting lineup. He is versatile and can adapt to different match situations.
•  Hardik Pandya
  An all-rounder, Pandya balances the team. His finishing of games with his bat and contributing with the ball is a huge advantage to the team.
•  Ravindra Jadeja
  Jadeja is a key player with his all-round skills. His proper bowling, agile fielding, and quick knock games make him crucial for the team.
• Axar Patel
  Axar is another all-rounder who will give depth in batting and bowling too. His spin bowling will help on Indian pitches.
•  Varun Chakravarthy
  Chakravarthy is mystery spinner who will trouble the English batters with his variations.
• Harshit Rana
  Rana is one of the new young pace bowlers who have impressed in domestic cricket. He is expected to bring energy and aggression to the Indian bowling attack.
• Arshdeep Singh
  Arshdeep is India’s left-arm fast bowler who can swing the ball early and bowl well in the death overs. He will play a crucial role in restricting England’s batters.

India’s probable XI for the 3rd ODI vs England: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh.

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Match Importance
This is an important match since it will decide the winner of the series. England will be looking to bounce back, and India will try to dominate at home. Given the balanced side, India appears strong, but the competitive spirit of England makes the match interesting.