Find out what cricket news made cricket fans get excited all over the world click this week!
1. A close finish in the IPL
The Indian Premier League saw a thrilling finish this week, with Chennai Super Kings just edging out Sunrisers Hyderabad by one run.
2. Another century for Virat Kohli!
In the same match, Virat Kohli scored his 32nd century in ODIs, continuing his incredible run of form.
3. A dominant performance from England in the ODI series against Pakistan
England thrashed Pakistan in the first three matches of their five-match ODI series, taking an unassailable 3-0 lead.
4. Bangladesh pull off a shock win against India in the Test series
In a huge upset, Bangladesh beat India by 108 runs in the one-off Test match between the two sides.
5. Steve Smith returns to Australia's Test squad
Steve Smith has been included in Australia's squad for their upcoming Test series against Pakistan, marking his return to the side after serving a 12-month ban for his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal.
6. AB de Villiers announces retirement from international cricket
One of the modern greats of the game, AB de Villiers, has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket.
7. Kemar Roach takes a hat-trick against Sri Lanka
Kemar Roach became the first West Indies bowler to take a hat-trick in Test cricket since 1995, as he dismissed three Sri Lankan batsmen in quick succession.
8. Afghanistan's Mujeeb ur Rahman takes five wickets on Test debut
Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman took five wickets on his Test debut against India, helping his side to victory in the one-off Test match.
9. Bangladesh beat West Indies in the T20I series
Bangladesh won the two-match T20I series against West Indies 2-0, with some scintillating batting performances from their top order.
10. Pakistan Super League games to be held in Pakistan from next year onwards
The Pakistan Super League has announced that all games in the tournament will be held in Pakistan from next year onwards. This is a huge boost for cricket in the country, which has been struggling to host international matches due to security concerns.
Conclusions
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In short
This week's top cricket stories include a close finish in the IPL, another century for Virat Kohli, England's dominant performance against Pakistan in the ODI series, and Bangladesh's shock win against India in the Test series. Steve Smith also returns to Australia's Test squad, while AB de Villiers announces his retirement from international cricket. Kemar Roach takes a hat-trick against Sri Lanka, Mujeeb ur Rahman takes five wickets on Test debut, and Bangladesh beat West Indies in the T20I series. Finally, the Pakistan Super League announces that all games in the tournament will be held in Pakistan from next year onwards.