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West Indies have announced their 15-man squads for the Australia white ball series

11 Jan 2024 12:27 PM IST

For their forthcoming T20I and ODI series against Australia, which takes place from February 2 to 13, the West Indies have named 15-man squads. Teddy Bishop and Tevin Imlach, a wicketkeeper-battler, are two players on the ODI team who could make their debuts. Bishop’s impressive performance in the West Indies

‘We should be proud’: Alyssa Healy after defeating India in T20I series

11 Jan 2024 11:05 AM IST

After winning the three-match T20I series against India Women 2-1, Australia Women skipper Alyssa Healy discussed the team’s success in the white-ball format against the hosts. Healy was pleased with the series’ learnings, claiming that Australia had only played “two and a half days” of awful cricket. “I am just

Delhi and Bengaluru likely to host Women’s Premier League 2024

11 Jan 2024 11:04 AM IST

The upcoming edition of the action-packed Women’s Premier League (WPL) this year is likely to be hosted by Delhi and Bengaluru, according to a BCCI source. The maiden event was held in March 2023 in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, and a source from BCCI confirmed that they now plan to

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Captain Aiden Markram Opens Up on the Blessing of Representing His Country

11 Jan 2024 11:03 AM IST

In the dynamic realm of global T20 franchise leagues, establishing a unique identity is no small feat, especially for newcomers. Now in its second season, SA20, South Africa’s premier T20 league, has successfully stepped out of the shadows of the IPL, distinguishing itself with six teams owned by IPL franchises.

Iyer to play for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy 2024 ahead of England Test series

11 Jan 2024 11:00 AM IST

Star India batter, Shreyas Iyer is set to play for Mumbai in the second round fixture of the Ranji Trophy 2024 against Andhra Pradesh beginning on Friday ahead of the home Test series against England. The right-hand batter is playing for his domestic side for the first time in the

Nepal court sentences cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to 8-year imprisonment

11 Jan 2024 10:59 AM IST

The Nepal court on Wednesday sentenced star cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane to eight years imprisonment in a rape case. The bench of Shishir Raj Dhakal handed over the verdict of 8 years imprisonment along with compensation and penalties after a hearing on Wednesday, confirms court official Ramu Sharma. The Kathmandu District

Hockey India announces 26-member squad for four-nation series in SA

11 Jan 2024 10:58 AM IST

Hockey India on Wednesday announced the 26-member squad for a four-nation series in Cape Town, South Africa, starting January 22. The tournament will feature France, the Netherlands, India, and hosts South Africa. The Indian team will be led by Harmanpreet Singh, and FIH Player of the Year winner Hardik Singh

IPL likely to be held in India, no plans to shift venue

11 Jan 2024 10:56 AM IST

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is likely to be held in India even as the country goes to elections, according to a BCCI source. The biggest cricket fest is likely to start on March 22 and the dates of the general election are likely to be announced around the same

‘Purely a cricketing decision’: Chief Selector on Bancroft’s omission

11 Jan 2024 10:56 AM IST

Australia Chief Selector George Bailey ruled out any speculations around Cameron Bancroft being sidelined from the Test squad because of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Bancroft couldn’t find a spot in Australia’s 13-player Test squad for the two-match Test series against the West Indies. Bancroft was the highest run scorer in

Shreyas Iyer to play for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy 2024 prior of England Test series

10 Jan 2024 14:40 PM IST

Ahead of the home Test series against England, Mumbai’s second-round Ranji Trophy 2024 matchup against Andhra Pradesh is scheduled to begin on Friday. The match features star Indian batter Shreyas Iyer. For the first time since the 2018–19 season, the right-hand hitter is participating in the Ranji Trophy for his

‘He’ll be the No. 1 Test opener’: Michael Clarke backs Smith to take Warner’s spot

10 Jan 2024 06:36 AM IST

Former Australian captain Michael Clarke believes Steve Smith can become the best Test opener if he is given the opportunity to replace David Warner. Warner’s final dance in red-ball cricket was against Pakistan at his home ground, the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), last week. With the new World Test Championship

David Miller reveals his ideal batting position ahead of T20 World Cup

10 Jan 2024 06:35 AM IST

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20 World Cup setup as well as what they need to do as a team in order to enjoy a successful tournament. South Africa recently ended up playing a 1-1 draw in a three-match T20I series against India.