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Legendary South African batter hashim amla has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing curtains down on an illustrious career spanning two decades.

hashim amla has been nominated in four categories of the Cricket South Africa professional awards, including the prestigious Cricketer of the Year.

India's head coach Ravi Shastri on Monday heaped special praise on Virat Kohli after he notched up his 50th International century and said "sky is the limit" for the skipper who stands at the halfway stage in equalling Sachin Tendulkar's feat.

India's Shubman Gill became the fastest cricketer to reach the 2,000-run mark in One Day International (ODI) cricket, surpassing hashim amla's record. This achievement was achieved during India's World Cup match against New Zealand. Gill's 38-inning journey to the milestone was a significant achievement, surpassing the previous record held by hashim amla of 40 innings. This achievement not only showcased India's batting talent but also provided a strong start in their pursuit of New Zealand's target.

Hosts South Africa named a provisional squad of 20 players for the ICC Champions Trophy tournament to be held from September 22 to October 5.

South Africa Test captain hashim amla refused to be drawn into controversy regarding Nagpur pitch being rated "poor" by ICC match referee Jeff Crowe and said that his team has moved on from the incident.

After the Bengaluru washout and with the third Test set to begin in Nagpur from next Wednesday, South Africa skipper hashim amla pointed out that his team has spent quality time reflecting on the ties ahead.

hashim amla was unstoppable five years ago. The Indian bowlers found it hard to beat his broad blade. He took the game away with a marathon double hundred in Nagpur and then almost took the series when he nearly saved the Kolkata Test.

Compared to footballers’ experiments with hairstyles, cricket has mostly underplayed it. In fact, around the ’60s, players would even be sent off the field to take care of the growing scruff on their faces.

Along with Imran Tahir and Dane Piedt, Simon Harmer is the third spinner in the Test squad while Khaya Zondo is the lone new face in the T20 squad.

Amla took 123 innings to get to that figure, beating the record of Virat Kohli who had accomplished the feat in 136 innings.

On a pitch that has suited quality pace bowling better than any in this series, one that made scoring of runs excruciatingly difficult, India's attack proved to be as good as any on Thursday.

The four-match series has seen the visiting South African batsmen getting caught in the cobwebs of spin and the talk that has accompanied it. The 'hit out to get out of the rut' policy has proved a double edged sword for hashim amla’s men.

One batsman who has played no less a role in South Africa's dominance, in Tests and ODIs, is hashim amla

India might be banking on rank turners to upstage South Africa in the upcoming Test series but hashim amla said they will rely on seamers.

hashim amla was the star the annual awards as he walked away with four top honours, including the coveted 'Cricketer of the Year' trophy.

hashim amla painstakingly compiled an unbeaten 37 from 278 balls in a defensive masterclass to foil Hampshire's victory bid and secure a draw for Surrey in a County Championship match at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

The visit of the World XI team next month may well become a gate way for the return of international crick et to Pakistan in the days to come. South Africa's hashim amla, who has been named in the XI, said he is fine with the security assurance given for the match.

In an IPL match, CSK lost to Lucknow Super Giants despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's remarkable century. He joined the elite club of players with multiple centuries in losing causes, highlighting his exceptional performance.

Pakistani bowling sensation Hassan Ali said Friday he wants to bowl out South Africa's hashim amla when he plays an international before a home crowd for the first time at next week's World XI tour in Lahore.

Indian players Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir were named in the final shortlists for ICC Cricketer of the Year and ODI Player of the Year awards.

India captain MS Dhoni found a place in both ICC Test team of the year as well as the ODI side of the year but Virat Kohli didn't figure in the ICC ODI team.

This World Cup many players are sporting beards with elan, lending the game a lot of machismo.

Herschelle Gibbs will return to the South African One-day squad against Australia after completing his rehabilitation for alcohol abuse.

Mark Boucher (39) and Morne Morkel (22) guided South Africa to 251/5 at tea on Day 3 of the third Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Kane Williamson's unbeaten 133 off 113 balls led New Zealand to a six-wicket victory over South Africa, achieving their highest successful ODI chase against them. Williamson's knock included 13 fours and two sixes, and he became the second-fastest player to reach 7000 ODI runs, surpassing Virat Kohli. New Zealand secured a spot in the tri-series final in Pakistan.

As the euphoria surrounding AB de Villiers 100th Test appearance gradually increased, South African skipper hashim amla said the hype around the milestone proves no distraction for the team's prospects and hoped the flamboyant batsman could mark his remarkable feat by helping the tourists post a win.

Kolkatans might have missed out on watching Team India play at Eden Gardens but the fame of the grounds has still managed to lure cricket fans all the way from South Africa.