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Warner is still in our best 11 players to win first Test: Geroge Bailey
Perth, Dec 3 (IANS) After former Australia fast-bowler Johnson launched a scathing attack over David Warner's selection for the first Test against Pakistan starting from December 14, chief selector George Bailey came out in support of the left-handed opener, saying he is still the best option to open alongside Usman Khawaja.
2023-12-03
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Wish Warner luck, but not hoping for a good end against us, says Shaheen Shah Afridi
Canberra, Dec 3 (IANS) Pakistan's pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi wished David Warner good luck as he prepares to play his last Test series, but added with a hint of the competitive spirit that the left-handed opener doesn’t have a good end to his red-ball career against his team.
2023-12-03
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LLC 2nd edition: Thisara Perera’s quickfire knock helps Manipal Tigers beat India Capitals
Visakhapatnam, Dec 2 (IANS) A knock of 31 runs by Thisara Perera towards the end of the second innings helped Manipal Tigers to overcome a huge total of 186 and defeat the India Capitals by 4 wickets with a ball to spare in the second edition of Legends League Cricket (LLC) at the Dr. Y S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.
2023-12-03
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Rinku Singh has fearless attitude of Muhammad Ali: Sreesanth
Visakhapatnam, Dec 3 (IANS) Amidst the echoes of Rinku Singh's "aggressive and fearless" approach, former India cricketer S Sreesanth believes that the 26-year-old's attitude towards the game is reminiscent of Muhammad Ali, the iconic sports figure of 20th century .
2023-12-03
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There are many challengers for spot Rinku Singh is targeting, says Ashish Nehra
Bengaluru, Dec 3 (IANS) Former India fast-bowler Ashish Nehra believes middle-order batter Rinku Singh's chances of breaking into the India squad for next year’s Men’s T20 World Cup look bright, though at the same time there are many challengers for the finisher’s spot in the playing eleven.
2023-12-03
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Sri Lanka’s performance in World Cup was very disappointing; didn’t expect that: Muttiah Muralitharan
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Sri Lankan’s spin-bowling legend Muttiah Muralitharan said the team's performance in the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup was very disappointing, and something which he wasn’t expecting to unfold in the way it did.
2023-12-02
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Jos Buttler feels responsibility and motivation to get England white-ball cricket back on track
St. John’s (Antigua), Dec 2 (IANS) Heading into the rebuilding phase after a disappointing 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup campaign, England skipper Jos Buttler said he is keen to embrace the responsibility and motivation to get the team back on track in white-ball cricket performances, starting from the ODI series against West Indies.
2023-12-02
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Lyon returns to the summer Test with “batting superstar” challenge
New Delhi, Dec 1 (IANS) Australian veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon heaped praise on Pakistan “batting superstar” Babar Azam and is ready to take the baton against him.
2023-12-01
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Let's hope Prasidh gets better from here, says Ashish Nehra ahead of fourth India-Australia T20I
Raipur, Dec 1 (IANS) Ahead of fourth India-Australia T20I match, former India left-arm fast-bowler Ashish Nehra said he hopes that pacer Prasidh Krishna gets to be in better run of form after conceding 68 runs in the third game of the series in Guwahati.
2023-12-01
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Travis Head is one of the emerging great talents in all three formats of the game: Ricky Ponting
Melbourne, Dec 1 (IANS) Australia cricket legend Ricky Ponting has called left-handed batter Travis Head as one of the great emerging talents across all forms of the game in men’s international cricket, adding that he’s excited to see what the next 12 months hold for him.
2023-12-01
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PCB confirms appointment of consultant members to chief selector
Lahore, Dec 1 (IANS) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the appointment of former Pakistan cricketers Kamran Akmal, Rao Iftikhar Anjum and Salman Butt as consultant members to chief selector Wahab Riaz.
2023-12-01
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We'll ensure not to discuss on field plans in Urdu in front of Usman Khawaja, says Hasan Ali
Canberra, Dec 1 (IANS) Ahead of three-match Test series against Australia starting from December 14 in Perth, Pakistan fast-bowler Hasan Ali said his team will be trying to ensure that they do not discuss their on-field plans in front of veteran left-handed opener Usman Khawaja, especially in Urdu.
2023-12-01
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'Gautam Gambhir gave me missed calls, Anurag Kashyap raped me,' claims Payal Ghosh
Mumbai, Dec 1 (IANS) Known for her work in 'Prayanam' and 'Oosaravelli' actress Payal Ghosh has made shocking claims that parliamentarian Gautam Gambhir used to regularly call to her, and that former cricketer Irfan Pathan is the only person she loved.
2023-12-01
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Mitchell Marsh defends himself over resting feet on World Cup trophy, says he would do it again
Perth, Dec 1 (IANS) Australia’s fast-bowling all-rounder Mitchell Marsh insisted on Friday that him resting his feet over the ODI World Cup trophy was not disrespectful and added that he won't mind doing that again.
2023-12-01
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IPL's phenomenal growth can potentially propel media rights value to USD 50 billion, says league chairman Arun Dhumal
Bengaluru, Dec 1 (IANS) Arun Dhumal, the Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman, indicated that the league’s success over the last 15 years will potentially drive its media rights value to USD 50 billion in the next two decades.
2023-12-01
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Otago Oval to be temporarily named ‘Suzie Bates Oval’ as New Zealand name squad for Pakistan series
Dunedin, Nov 30 (IANS) Dunedin’s University of Otago Oval will temporarily hand its naming rights over to their former student Suzie Bates next week as New Zealand women open their international home summer against Pakistan.
2023-11-30
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'Check them in IPL': Kevin Pietersen on Rohit, Kohli's inclusion in T20 World Cup squad
Dehradun, Nov 30 (IANS) Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels Indian captain Rohit Sharma and batting stalwart Virat Kohli have "every chance" to be in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World 2024.
2023-11-30
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Ponting backs Warner to be in Australia’s playing eleven for start of Test summer against Pakistan
Melbourne, Nov 30 (IANS) Legendary Australia cricketer Ricky Ponting has backed David Warner to be in the playing eleven to kickstart the home summer through the first Test against Pakistan starting on December 14 in Perth.
2023-11-30
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England Test skipper Ben Stokes undergoes knee surgery ahead of next year’s tour to India
London, Nov 30 (IANS) England Test skipper Ben Stokes has undergone a surgery to solve long-standing problems with his left knee ahead of next year’s Test tour of India. The knee problems meant Stokes, 32, was unable to bowl in the last three Ashes Tests this year.
2023-11-30
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Deepak Chahar “increasing workload” mantra to play Test cricket for India
New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) India bowler Deepak Chahar, who got included in the Indian squad as a replacement for Mukesh Kumar in the ongoing T20I series against Australia, aspires to play Test cricket.
2023-11-30
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Matching Babar with Smith is almost like matching Smith with Kohli: Usman Khawaja
Perth, Nov 30 (IANS) Ahead of Australia’s three-match Test series against Pakistan, veteran left-handed opener Usman Khawaja drew parallels in clash of batting titans between Steven Smith and Babar Azam, saying it is like comparing the Sydney-based right-handed batter with the talismanic Virat Kohli.
2023-11-30
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Virat Kohli to take a break from white-ball games on South Africa tour; to be available for Tests: Report
New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Talismanic India batter Virat Kohli, who was leading run-getter of 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup and was named Player of the Tournament, is reportedly taking a break from white-ball cricket, but he will be available for the two Tests on the upcoming tour of South Africa.
2023-11-29
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I am amazed at Maxwell’s technique every time I look at it, says R Sridhar
Guwahati, Nov 29 (IANS) Former India fielding coach R Sridhar was left in awe of Glenn Maxwell’s 47-ball century in giving Australia five-wicket win over India in the third T20I, saying he never stops from being amazed over the big-hitting batter’s technique.
2023-11-29
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BCCI announces contracts extension for head coach Rahul Dravid and support staff of senior India men’s team
New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that it had extended the contracts of head coach Rahul Dravid and the support staff of senior India men’s team.
2023-11-29
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It would be exciting to bowl against Babar Azam, says Australia off-spinner Todd Murphy
Melbourne, Nov 29 (IANS) Ahead of Australia facing Pakistan in three Tests next month, young off-spinner Todd Murphy acknowledged the skill and prowess of Pakistan's batters, while adding that it would be exciting for him to bowl to their premier batter Babar Azam.
2023-11-29
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Certainly feel like India-Australia T20I series has been devalued, says Michael Hussey
Guwahati, Nov 29 (IANS) Former Australia cricketer Michael Hussey believes the ongoing five-match T20I series between India and Australia has been hugely devalued, especially due to its timing of being held post the conclusion of the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup.
2023-11-29
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Imad Wasim join Islamabad United, Hasan Ali moves to Karachi Kings ahead of PSL 2024
New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced that former Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim has joined Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Islamabad United, as Hasan Ali is traded to Karachi Kings ahead of the 2024 season.
2023-11-29
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Learnings from playing under great leaders will help a lot in IPL, says Gill on getting Gujarat Titans captaincy
New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) India opener Shubman Gill believes the learnings he has received from playing under great leaders are going to help him a lot when he leads Gujarat Titans in the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
2023-11-29
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Bowling is the area where I would be worried, says AB de Villiers on RCB ahead of IPL 2024 auction
New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers raises concern over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) bowling attack as RCB released their mainstay bowlers like Harshal Patel, Josh Hazelwood, Wanindu Hasaranga. ahead of the Indian Premier League season 2024 auction.
2023-11-29
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Tamim Iqbal eyes comeback to cricketing action in BPL
New Delhi, Nov 28 (IANS) Bangladesh charismatic left-handed batter Tamim Iqbal eyes comeback to competitive cricket in the 2024 edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).
2023-11-28
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Harry Brook and Nat Sciver Brunt win Bob Willis award
New Delhi, Nov 28 (IANS) England cricketer Harry Brook has been awarded the Bob Willis Trophy at the 2023 Cricket Writers' Club awards. All-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt picked up the Women's Cricket Award for a second consecutive year.
2023-11-28
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I would definitely love to try the sport, says David Warner on PKL
Mumbai, Nov 28 (IANS) Australia batter Steve Smith was highly impressed with the Kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat and stated “I like the guy” when he was shown the highlights from the Pro Kabaddi League tournament in the midst of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
2023-11-28
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Cummins welcome Cricket Australia's decision to overhaul T20I squad against India
New Delhi, Nov 28 (IANS) Australia skipper Pat Cummins has welcomed Cricket Australia's decision to pull back World Cup-winning players ahead of the third T20I against India saying, ‘players needed some time off the game’.
2023-11-28
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Be fearless, take the bowlers on; was fully sure of my decisions, says Yashasvi Jaiswal
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 27 (IANS) After smashing an eye-catching 25-ball 53 against Australia in the second T20I, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal said his mantra during the match was to be fearless and take on the bowlers, while being fully sure of his decision making in the middle.
2023-11-27
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IPL: Hardik Pandya traded to Mumbai Indians from Gujarat Titans; Cameron Green traded to RCB from MI (Ld)
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) A day after IPL 2024 retentions deadline ended, Gujarat Titans’ captain Hardik Pandya has made a move to his first IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, following a trade between the two franchises.
2023-11-27
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Shubman Gill appointed captain of Gujarat Titans following Hardik Pandya’s move to Mumbai Indians
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) IPL 2022 winners Gujarat Titans have named Shubman Gill as captain of the team ahead of IPL 2024 season. Gill, the right-handed opener, takes over from Hardik Pandya, who was traded to Mumbai Indians. Captaining Gujarat in IPL 2024 will be Gill’s first assignment as a captain in senior men’s cricket.
2023-11-27
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World Test Championship: Hathurusingha excited to oversee Bangladesh’s change of guard
Dubai, Nov 27 (IANS) Bangladesh’s head coach Chandika Hathurusingha believes that the upcoming Test series against New Zealand is an exciting opportunity for the youngsters.
2023-11-27
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Axar and Bishnoi played a very important role despite dew setting in, says Prasidh Krishna
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 27 (IANS) India fast-bowler Prasidh Krishna praised the spin-bowling duo of Axar Patel and Ravi Bishnoi for changing the game in the team’s favour through their crucial scalps, especially the dew setting in during their 44-run win over Australia in the second T20I.
2023-11-27
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Steve Smith reveals his comeback to the BBL season 13
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) Australia batter Steve Smith has revealed his comeback to the Big Bash League (BBL) wearing the magenta jersey of the Sydney Sixers once again.
2023-11-27
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Hardik expressed a desire to return to MI, says GT director Vikram Solanki
New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) Gujarat Titans director Vikram Solanki on Monday stated that they respect Hardik Pandya's decision to move to Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2024 after the much-anticipated trade was confirmed by the Indian Premier League (IPL).
2023-11-27
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Darren Bravo steps away from West Indies cricket after being overlooked for ODIs against England
Port of Spain, Nov 26 (IANS) After being overlooked for the West Indies squad ahead of the upcoming ODI series against England, batter Darren Bravo has announced he will step away from cricket in the Caribbean.
2023-11-26
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Will savour the moment of silence on Kohli’s dismissal for a long time, says Pat Cummins
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) Pat Cummins, the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup winning captain for Australia, said the moment of silence in the Narendra Modi Stadium when he dismissed Virat Kohli in the title clash is something which he will be savouring for a long time to come.
2023-11-26
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IPL 2024 Retentions: Jaydev Unadkat, Daniel Sams released by Lucknow Super Giants
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) India’s left-arm fast-bowler Jaydev Unadkat and Australia’s left-arm pace all-rounder Daniel Sams have been released by Lucknow Super Giants. The franchise, though, has retained Kyle Mayers, Quinton de Kock and Mark Wood.
2023-11-26
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IPL 2024 Retentions: Archer released by MI; Harshal, Hazlewood and Hasaranga let go of by RCB
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) England fast-bowler Jofra Archer has been released by Mumbai Indians on the last day of IPL 2024 retentions, while the bowling trio of Harshal Patel, Josh Hazlewood and Wanindu Hasaranga have been let go of by the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
2023-11-26
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IPL 2024 Retentions: We read too much into what was happening around Hardik, says Kumble
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) As Hardik Pandya was retained by Gujarat Titans on IPL 2024 retentions day, ending days of massive speculation around his possible return to Mumbai Indians, former India captain Anil Kumble, who was the head coach of Punjab Kings, felt many read too much into the chatter happening around the fast-bowling all-rounder.
2023-11-26
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Imad Wasim opts out of National T20 cup over T10 league
Lahore, Nov 25 (IANS) Former Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim opted out of the ongoing National T20 Cup in favor of participating in the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10 league.
2023-11-25
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Had a great journey with Mumbai; going to CSK was even more special: Ambati Rayudu
New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu went on a trip down the memory lane about his career in the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying his time with Mumbai Indians was a great journey, but found his time at Chennai Super Kings more special.
2023-11-25
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Teams should always stick to what they have been doing and what’s been working for them in finals, says Wasim Akram
New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) Former Pakistan skipper and legendary left-arm fast-bowler Wasim Akram believes India should have stuck to what had been working for them instead of changing the opening bowling template for the final of 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup, where they ended up on the losing side.
2023-11-25
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Will take time to get over World Cup final defeat; PM Modi’s motivation was very big, says Suryakumar Yadav
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 25 (IANS) Suryakumar Yadav, the stand-in captain for India’s ongoing T20I series against Australia, admitted that it will take time for the players to get over the six-wicket defeat suffered in the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup final to Australia, and hailed the motivation coming from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
2023-11-25
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'The first sign of transfer fees in cricket like football?' says Michael Vaughan on Hardik Pandya trading
New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) Former England cricketer turned commentator Michael Vaughan said “first sign of transfer fees in cricket like football” after rumors grew around Hardik Pandya to return to his old home Mumbai Indians for a whooping INR 15 crore ($1.8 million approx.)
2023-11-25
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