Sun Nov 03 08:07:40 UTC 2024: ## Close Calls and Thrilling Victories: Cricket News Roundup
The world of cricket witnessed a flurry of nail-biting finishes and impressive performances across various matches.
**Renegades** secured a heart-stopping 2-wicket victory with no balls remaining, while **Stars** celebrated a comfortable 7-wicket win with 13 balls to spare.
In domestic action, **Queensland** holds a commanding 167-run lead, while **Tasmania** faces a challenging 133-run deficit. **Victoria** needs 337 runs to secure victory.
**South Africa** edged out their opponents by 4 wickets with 3 balls left, while **U.A.E.** triumphed with 5 wickets remaining after just 4 balls.
**Oman** enjoyed two impressive wins, first by 6 wickets with 10 balls to spare and then by 4 wickets with a single ball remaining. **Pakistan** also secured a last-minute victory by 4 wickets with just 1 ball left, and **Sri Lanka** pulled off a thrilling 3-wicket win with just 1 ball remaining.
In youth cricket, **SP Under-19s** need 26 runs from 28.4 overs to secure victory, while **Gandaki U19s** celebrated a 2-wicket win with a comfortable 143 balls to spare.
**England** clinched a decisive 5-wicket win with 15 balls left, securing a series decider after achieving the second-highest run-chase in the Caribbean.
The thrilling win was powered by Liam Livingstone’s maiden ODI century, a true captain’s innings, highlighting his versatility beyond big hits. Marcus Trescothick defended the quality of English white-ball cricket despite a crushing defeat, while Livingstone expressed his desire for self-belief and acceptance. Jason Holder praised England’s frequent tours, claiming they are boosting West Indies’ survival.
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