This is the first victory after losing straight three matches and the series (ODIs and T20Is).

Pakistan women’s team defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the fourth T20I of the series at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium on Thursday.

This is the first victory after losing straight three matches and the series (ODIs and T20Is).

The final match of the five-match series will be played tomorrow at the same venue. Ayesha Zafar’s unbeaten 42-run innings helped Pakistan chase down a total of 85 runs.

ICC bans West Indies player Devon Thomas for 5 years under Anti-Corruption Code

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has imposed five years of ineligibility from all cricket on West Indies player Devon Thomas after he accepted breaching seven counts of the anti-corruption codes of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).

The ICC announced the period of ineligibility in its capacity as the Designated Anti-Corruption Official under the relevant codes, ruling that the last 18 months of the period of ineligibility would be suspended.

Mr. Thomas, who chose to admit the charges and agreed to a sanction with the ICC in lieu of an Anti-Corruption Tribunal hearing, admitted to being in breach of the following provisions of the SLC, ECB and CPL Codes:

Article 2.1.1 of the SLC Code – contriving or being party to an agreement to fix or attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly the result, progress, conduct, or other aspects of matches in the Lanka Premier League 2021.

Article 2.4.4 of the SLC Code – failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official, without unnecessary delay, full details of an approach or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct in the Lanka Premier League 2021.

Article 2.4.6 of the SLC Code – failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with the Designated Anti-Corruption Official’s investigation by failing to provide accurately and completely any information and/or documentation requested by the Designated Anti-Corruption Official.

Article 2.4.7 of the SLC Code – obstructing or delaying the Designated Anti-Corruption Official’s investigation into Corrupt Conduct, including (without limitation) concealing, tampering with or destroying any documentation or other information that may be relevant to that investigation and/or that may be evidence of or may lead to the discovery of evidence of Corrupt Conduct.

Article 2.4.4 of the ECB Code – failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official, without unnecessary delay, full details of an approach or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct at the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.

Article 2.4.4 of the CPL Code – failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official, without unnecessary delay, full details of an approach or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct in relation to the CPL 2021.

Article 2.4.2 of the CPL Code – failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (without unnecessary delay) the receipt of any gift, payment, hospitality or benefit (a) that he knew or should have known was made in order to procure a breach of the CPL Code, or (b) could have brought the player or the game of cricket into disrepute.

Alex Marshall, ICC General Manager – Integrity Unit, said: “Having played both international and professional domestic/franchise cricket, Devon attended numerous anti-corruption education sessions. He therefore knew what his obligations were under the Anti-Corruption Codes but failed to meet these obligations across three different franchise leagues.

“This ban is apt and should send a strong message to players and corrupters that attempts to corrupt our sport will be dealt with firmly.”

The anti-corruption decision (which has been redacted to protect the identities of the ICC’s witnesses and other third parties) is available here.

The period of ineligibility is backdated to 23 May 2023, the date he was provisionally suspended.

Australia eye cricketing history with Marsh at helm

Mitchell Marsh shoulders the weight of Australia’s captaincy with ease as he readies the team for an unprecedented quest for three major global titles at the T20 World Cup in June.

Confirmed as captain during Wednesday’s squad announcement, Marsh’s journey marks a remarkable resurgence for the understated all-rounder since his return during last year’s Ashes series.

At 32, he has already proven himself a popular and effective leader, steering the team to victories over New Zealand and T20 World Cup co-hosts the West Indies.

His relaxed demeanor resonates with the Australian squad, which has flourished since parting ways with fiery head coach, Justin Langer. Marsh, however, remains grounded despite the selectors’ trust in his leadership.

“I’ve learned not to stray too far from who I am,” Marsh shared with reporters. “While there’s plenty of preparation ahead for the World Cup, once we’re there, it’s about maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.”

Marsh’s accolades include winning the prestigious Allan Border Medal in January, recognizing his pivotal performances in the Ashes, and Australia’s triumph in the one-day World Cup in India last year.

Australia now eye history, aiming to become the first nation to simultaneously hold the global T20, one-day, and test championships, with another victory in the United States and the Caribbean.

Although he maintained a lighthearted tone during Wednesday’s press conference, Marsh adopted a more serious stance when discussing the ambitious triple bid.

“It’s not our primary focus as a team,” he asserted. “While it would be extraordinary to achieve, our immediate goal is to navigate the challenges of the World Cup. The triple crown is more of an external motivation, but it’s certainly a tantalizing prospect.”