Pujara backs Bumrah as a long-term captaincy option for India

IANS | December 2, 2024 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has endorsed pace-ace Jasprit Bumrah as a viable long-term captaincy candidate for India, once Rohit Sharma steps down. Pujara’s comments come in the wake of Bumrah’s exemplary leadership during India’s recent triumph against Australia, where he showcased his ability to lead under immense pressure.

Abu Dhabi T10: Northern Warriors pick crucial win as battle for playoffs heats up

IANS | November 29, 2024 11:44 PM

Abu Dhabi, Nov 29 (IANS) Northern Warriors improved their chances of qualifying for the playoffs in the 2024 Abu Dhabi T10, the eighth edition of the league, with a nine-wicket win over Ajman Bolts at Zayed Cricket Stadium here on Friday. The Kiwi speedster Trent Boult and Afghan pacer Azmatullah Omarzai were the star performers for the Warriors as the duo picked up two wickets each, giving away just seven and 10 runs, respectively.

Jay Shah and Harmanpreet Kaur unveil India’s new ODI jersey ahead of Australia tour

IANS | November 29, 2024 9:42 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah and India women’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Friday unveiled the team's new ODI jersey ahead of their upcoming three-match tour of Australia. But Harmanpreet said the new India jersey will be worn by the team during their home ODI series against the West Indies, set to happen in Baroda from December 22-27.

Mandla Mashimbyi appointed as new South Africa women's head coach

IANS | November 29, 2024 8:11 PM

Johannesburg, Nov 29 (IANS) Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced the appointment of Mandla Mashimbyi as the new head coach of the South Africa women’s team. He steps into the role that Hilton Moreeng held for a decade before Dillon du Preez became the interim coach.

Brook could go on to get very close to Root and his records, says Cook

IANS | November 29, 2024 6:25 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Former England captain Alastair Cook has backed Harry Brook to get very close to Joe Root’s batting record and become England's greatest-ever Test batter after his unbeaten 132 rescued England on Day Two of the first Test against New Zealand at Christchurch.

ICC Board meeting on Champions Trophy 2025 postponed for Saturday

IANS | November 29, 2024 5:14 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) The crucial meeting of the Board of the International Cricket Council (ICC), originally scheduled for Friday at 4 pm, has been rescheduled for Saturday, meaning that the drama surrounding the Champions Trophy venue will likely last for at least another day. Former Pakistan cricketer and coach Rashid Latif was the first to report that the meeting had been postponed, via a social media post. Latif posted on X, "Decision will take tomorrow on CT 25."