It’s about building strong bonds and honouring them, says RCB's Bobat after Maxwell’s comments on exit call

IANS | November 6, 2024 7:27 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Upon hearing that he was not retained for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, big-hitting Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has revealed about having a 30-minute discussion on a call with Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s think-tank about the reasons. Now, Mo Bobat, RCB’s director of cricket, has stated that the call to Maxwell was part of the franchise's commitment to nurturing strong relationships from the outset and maintaining them until the very end.

Very comfortable with opening; confident for sure, says Nathan McSweeney

IANS | November 6, 2024 6:44 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) After being confirmed to open for Australia A in the second four-day match against India A at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), skipper Nathan McSweeney said he will be very much comfortable and confident of opening the batting against brand new Kookaburra ball.

Inaugural edition of Lanka T10 Super League to be played in Kandy

IANS | November 6, 2024 4:36 PM

Colombo, Nov 6 (IANS) The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 Super League will be played in the iconic hill capital of Kandy, one of the major venues in Sri Lanka. Accordingly, all games of the tournament will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, starting from December 12 to 22.

Improvement in Nathan McSweeney’s game has been unreal, says Ryan Harris

IANS | November 6, 2024 3:13 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Ryan Harris, the former Australia pacer currently serving as head coach of South Australia team, believes Nathan McSweeney can be the right fit for the vacant opener slot in the Australian team for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, citing the unreal improvement made by the batter in his game.

David Warner named Sydney Thunder captain in BBL 14

IANS | November 6, 2024 12:09 PM

Sydney, Nov 6 (IANS) David Warner has been named Sydney Thunder captain for the Big Bash League (BBL 14) season after his leadership ban was cleared by an independent review panel last month.