India allrounder Shardul Thakur suffered a blow on his shoulder on Saturday in Centurion, while batting at the nets. How serious the hit was is yet to be ascertained, and scans will be carried out if required. As of now, there’s no confirmation that scans are needed – while Thakur seemed in considerable discomfort when
Month: December 2023
D-day looms for Australia’s selectors. David Warner‘s retirement is fast approaching. Their first Test match of the post-Warner era begins on January 17 and there is no first-class cricket between now and then to shape decision-making about who should open alongside Usman Khawaja. The debate has bubbled away for some time and it’s complicated. Warner
Only two of the players who were in South Africa’s Test win over India on Thursday are in a 14-man squad for two Tests in New Zealand in February. Cricket South Africa on Saturday named a squad which includes seven uncapped players, including a new captain in left-handed opening batsman Neil Brand. Batsman Keegan Petersen
The United Arab Emirates will be up against Afghanistan in the second T20I of Afghanistan’s tour of the UAE, 3 T20I Series 2023/24 on Sunday, December 31, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST. The UAE and Afghanistan have played one match
New Zealand vs Bangladesh 3rd T20I Live Updates© AFP New Zealand vs Bangladesh 3rd T20I Live Updates: Bangladesh aim to win the series while New Zealand eye a 1-1 finish as the two teams take on each other in the third and final T20I at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui on Sunday. Bangladesh won the first
File photo of David Warner.© AFP Australia head coach Andrew McDonald on Saturday showered praise on David Warner and said that he is probably the greatest all-format Aussie player. Speaking to cricket.com.au ahead of the third Test match against Pakistan, McDonald said that Warner’s retirement from the Test format would be a great loss for
Table of Contents The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 kicked off on June 16, 2023, and is set to conclude in June 2025. administered by the International Cricket Council (ICC), this edition represents the third installment of the championship. Defending champions The title defenders, Australia, secured their victory in the 2023 final by defeating
Richa Ghosh’s career-best 96 and Deepti Sharma’s 5/38 went in vain as Australia Women clinched a thrilling three-run win to take an unassailable 2-0 lead against India in their three-match ODI series in Mumbai on Saturday. Chasing 259, Ghosh led India’s reply with a fine 117-ball 96 featuring 13 fours but the hosts stuttered in
Table of Contents Former India cricketing legend MS Dhoni, known for his cricketing prowess, showcased his love for Pakistan food in a viral video that surfaced on social media. MS Dhoni’s recommendation for Pakistan food to a stranger The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper was seeing on camera advising a man to try dishes from
Table of Contents In the dynamic and pulse-quickening realm of cricket, the year 2023 not only witnessed awe-inspiring on-field exploits but also played host to a symphony of love and commitment. For several esteemed overseas cricketers, this season became a tapestry of newfound joy as they stepped into a fresh chapter of life, exchanging vows
Dasun Shanaka‘s reign as Sri Lanka’s white-ball captain has come to an end as Sri Lanka’s new selection committee appointed Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga to lead the ODI and T20I sides, respectively. With Dimuth Karunaratne currently leading the Test side, this is the first time Sri Lanka have three different captains in the three
Uncapped opening batter Neil Brand has been named South Africa’s captain for their two-Test tour to New Zealand, which starts on February 4 and clashes with the SA20. South Africa will travel with a makeshift squad, which features only three players that are part of the ongoing series against India: Keegan Petersen, David Bedingham and
Deol, who bowls spin but is primarily a batter, was considered a like-for-like replacement for Rana, who is an offspinner primarily and a lower-order batter. Deol’s last ODI outing was against Bangladesh in Mirpur in July, when she scored 77 in a tied game and was named Player of the Match.
Stuart Broad, who retired in July as England’s second-highest wicket-taker, has been awarded a CBE in the New Year’s honours list. Marcus Trescothick, England men’s batting coach, receives an OBE. Broad, 37, called time on his storied career at the conclusion of the men’s Ashes, signing off with a wicket with his final ball to
Toss Australia opt to bat vs India Australia won the toss and decided to bat in the second ODI against India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. They made one change to their winning XI from the first ODI, bringing in pace-bowling allrounder Kim Garth for right-arm medium-pacer Megan Schutt. India, meanwhile, handed an ODI
Table of Contents In the wake of Pakistan‘s recent struggles in the cricketing arena, legendary pace bowler Wasim Akram has stirred the pot by expressing a preference for coaching Australia over his home country. The big statement from Akram comes at a time when the Pakistan cricket team is grappling with a series of losses
File photo of David Warner.© AFP David Warner might have endorsed Marcus Harris as his successor for opening slot in Tests, but Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said they are considering a lot more options and Cameron Green is also in contention. Warner will retire from Test cricket after the third match against Pakistan at
Iceland Cricket has taken a jibe at Mohammad Hafeez after the Pakistan cricket team director claimed that “inconsistent umpiring and technology curse” cost them the second Test match against Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday. “We made some mistakes as a team, we will take that, we will address those things, but at the
Harleen Deol was on Saturday named as a concussion substitute for India Women’s spinner Sneh Rana during the second innings of their second ODI against Australia in Mumbai. While fielding at backward point, Rana was involved in a nasty collision with Pooja Vastrakar who was placed at short third in the 25th over of the
Table of Contents In a recent revelation that has sparked interest among both Bollywood and cricket enthusiasts, Janhvi Kapoor, the popular Bollywood actress, has openly shared details about her favourite cricketers. Janhvi, daughter of late actress Sri Devi and film producer Boney Kapoor, disclosed that her admiration extends to two prominent figures in Indian cricket.
It was an optional session at the Supersport Park but for India skipper Rohit Sharma, skipping the nets wasn’t an option. Outfoxed by South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada in both innings of the opening Test, Rohit was present as skipper and batter in equal measure during a two-hour session. The Indian captain was focussed
The best of Ben Stokes’ sensational 135 not out in the 2019 Ashes at Headingley. Find out more at ecb.co.uk This is the official channel of the ECB. Watch all the latest videos from the England Cricket teams and England and Wales Cricket Board, including highlights, interviews and features getting you closer to the England
Table of Contents Nepal spinner Sandeep Lamichhane has been found guilty of raping a teenage girl by a court in Kathmandu. The sentencing has been scheduled for January 10, 2024. Sandeep Lamichhane suspended as Nepal’s captain The 23-year-old Lamichhane, considered the face of cricket in Nepal, gained prominence as the sole player from his country
Former Indian cricket team batter Sanjay Manjrekar was not happy with Rohit Sharma‘s captaincy in the first Test against South Africa in Centurion. India slumped to a heavy loss against South Africa within three days and it means that India’s quest of winning a Test series in South Africa remained unsuccessful once again. Manjrekar pointed
Shubman Gill reacts after being bowled out during Day 3 of first Test vs South Africa.© AFP Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar analysed Shubman Gill‘s second innings dismissal during the first Test against South Africa. India suffered an embarrassing innings and 32-run defeat at the hands of the Proteas in the one-sided game in Centurion.
All Indian cricket fans, especially Chennai Super Kings supporters, are eagerly waiting for MS Dhoni‘s return on the field. The former Indian cricket team captain now only plays in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and last year he led the CSK to their fifth IPL title. Next year, CSK would be hoping for a sixth
Former India batter Subramaniam Badrinath wants star batter Virat Kohli to lead the team in Test cricket. His comments came after India lost to South Africa by an innings and 32 runs in the first Test in Centurion last Thursday. Kohli had relinquished his Test captaincy during the same tour two years back, paving way
Table of Contents In a recent video on International Cricket Council (ICC)‘s Instagram handle, former England captain Nasser Hussain shared his insights on two young cricketers destined for future greatness. Nasser Hussain picks two emerging stars He highlighted India‘s Shubman Gill and New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra as his picks for becoming future legends in men’s
India vs South Africa: Shardul Thakur’s shoulder is heavily strapped after getting hit during practice.© Twitter/PTI The Indian team on Saturday received an injury scare after seam bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur suffered a blow on his shoulder at nets while batting. There is the possibility of him missing the second Test in Cape Town beginning
Team India’s had a mixed bag of results in Test cricket in 2023. The Rohit Sharma-led side played the final game of the year in the longest format of the game against South Africa, losing by an innings and 32 runs. India won Test series against Australia and West Indies, but lost the World Test
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