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Bangladesh captain Shanto says the murder case filed in Dhaka against former lawmaker Shakib is ‘unexpected’.

What comes to mind when you think of cricket? Perhaps it’s an idyllic scene of an English village green – people sitting on deckchairs and checkered blankets tucking into a traditional cricket tea while watching mild-mannered players in sparkling whites shouting “howzat?!” every now and then?

Bangladesh dedicates win to people killed in recent protests, and top player donates prize money to flood survivors.

Joe Root anchors the fourth innings run chase as England seal opening Test win against Sri Lanka

Tawanda Muyeye gave Kent a glimmer of hope against Worcestershire, while there were runs aplenty at Bristol

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As India's opener, Shikhar Dhawan announced his decision to retire from the international and domestic circuit, here is a look at the remarkable cricketing journey. Read further on Dynamite News:

The England wicketkeeper’s astonishing introduction to Test cricket gathered pace with a maiden century that never looked in doubt

Jamie Smith’s superb 111 put England in charge but Angelo Mathews led Sri Lanka’s resistance after openers wobbled

Heather Knight’s side will return to red-ball action on home soil

Test cricket is poised for the introduction of a dedicated fund as the International Cricket Council looks to boost match fees and stem the talent drain to lucrative franchise leagues