Bangladesh is set to host the Asia Cup once again, despite recent security fears which prompted Australia to cancel a tour. The tournament featuring five teams is scheduled to be played from February 24 to March 6 next year in the Twenty20 format for the first time. Test nations Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will get direct entry, while the UAE, Oman, Hong Kong and Afghanistan will compete for the fifth spot. The qualifying tournament will be played in the UAE in November.
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Dubai Capitals secures thrilling nine-run victory over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
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Dominant pitching leads Mid East to series saving win over Mumbai
Kazuki Yabuta struck out eight and allowed only four hits and one run in 6.1 innings, and Haru Yoshioka had a perfect 2.2 relief with seven strikeouts, including a Fire Ball strikeout to end the game, to give Mid East Falcons the win 5-1 over Mumbai Cobras and tie the United Series (1-1).
Police detain organiser of Messi visit after Indian fans rip up seats
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Patel dominates as Mumbai take Game 1 of United Series
Karan Patel’s dominant pitching display and a solo home run from Miguel Ojeda Jr. powered the Mumbai Cobras to a 3–1 victory over the Mid East Falcons in Game 1 of the United Series.
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