WBBL 2024: Adelaide Strikers to face Brisbane Heat in opening match on October 27

IANS | July 9, 2024 5:08 PM

Melbourne, July 9 (IANS) The upcoming season of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) will commence with a clash between last year's finalists Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat on October 27, Cricket Australia said. The opening day of the tournament will see a triple header as Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Sixers lock horns in the second game at Adelaide Oval. Perth Scorchers will take on the Melbourne Stars at the WACA Stadium in the third game.

Sri Lanka Cricket deny allegations of drinks party inside team hotel during T20 World Cup

IANS | July 9, 2024 4:46 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Sri Lanka Cricket has released a statement denying the allegations of a ‘drinks party inside team hotel’ made by a newspaper on July 7. The title of the article was ‘Drinking party inside team hotel before South Africa match?’, which alleged a drinks party involving its players at the team hotel before their T20 World Cup match against South Africa.

Gus Atkinson, and Jamie Smith to make debut at Lord’s in James Anderson’s final Test

IANS | July 8, 2024 9:31 PM

London, July 8 (IANS) Surrey duo of fast bowler Gus Atkinson and wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith will make their Test debuts in England’s first Test against the West Indies at Lord’s on July 10, which is the final match for retiring veteran fast-bowler James Anderson.

Stubbs to bat at No.3 for South Africa in West Indies Test series, says coach Conrad

IANS | July 8, 2024 9:12 PM

Johannesburg, July 8 (IANS) South Africa batter Tristan Stubbs is all set to bat at No.3 in the upcoming Test series against the West Indies, confirmed head coach Shukri Conrad. Stubbs has been a regular in white-ball cricket for South Africa but will now get a chance to cement himself in the Test side through the series against West Indies to be played at Trinidad and Guyana from August 7-19.

There will never be another like James Anderson, says Moeen Ali ahead of veteran pacer’s retirement

IANS | July 8, 2024 8:19 PM

London, July 8 (IANS) England all-rounder Moeen Ali said this week at the Lord’s is all about celebrating the career of veteran fast-bowler James Anderson ahead of his last Test against the West Indies on July 10, adding that the cricketing world will never see another player like him.

Restrict Test cricket to six or seven teams; spread the game through T20s, says Ravi Shastri

IANS | July 8, 2024 7:34 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) Former India cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri said Test cricket should be restricted to games between six or seven nations, while the responsibility of spreading the game worldwide should happen through the T20 format. Of late, despite making for riveting drama, Test cricket's appeal has been declining, mainly due to the rise of T20 leagues around the world, something which instantly catches the attention of younger audiences.

'Cup is home guys, we all did it': Kuldeep thanks fans for their support

IANS | July 8, 2024 7:08 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) India spinner Kuldeep Yadav penned a special message to his fans on their consistent support during the T20 World Cup title win with Team India. The Rohit Sharma-led side defeated South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final to end their 11-year-long drought for ICC title. India's T20 World Cup win not only established them as new T20 world champions but also gave a moment of joy to millions of Indian fans.

Anderson eager to contribute in last Test after making peace with reality of retirement

IANS | July 8, 2024 6:31 PM

London, July 8 (IANS) Veteran fast bowler James Anderson said he is eager to make contributions in his last Test for England, starting on July 10 against the West Indies at Lord’s, after making peace with the realisation of retiring from international cricket.

India’s T20 World Cup-winning players to get Rs 5 crore each, coaching staff Rs 2.5 cr: Report

IANS | July 8, 2024 5:44 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) A day after India won the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup with a thrilling seven-run win over South Africa in the final at the Kensington Oval, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said the team would be rewarded with a whopping cash prize of INR 125 crore in total. Now a report by The Indian Express tells how the amount will be distributed between all 15 squad members, along with the coaching staff, support staff, and the five-member selection committee.

Have been living a dream, filled me with happiness and gratitude: Bumrah

IANS | July 8, 2024 4:17 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) Ace fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah said he has been living a dream ever since India won 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup on June 29, adding that the aftermath of the triumph has filled him with gratitude and happiness.

Cricket

WBBL 2024: Adelaide Strikers to face Brisbane Heat in opening match on October 27

Sri Lanka Cricket deny allegations of drinks party inside team hotel during T20 World Cup

Gus Atkinson, and Jamie Smith to make debut at Lord’s in James Anderson’s final Test

Stubbs to bat at No.3 for South Africa in West Indies Test series, says coach Conrad

There will never be another like James Anderson, says Moeen Ali ahead of veteran pacer’s retirement

Restrict Test cricket to six or seven teams; spread the game through T20s, says Ravi Shastri

'Cup is home guys, we all did it': Kuldeep thanks fans for their support

Anderson eager to contribute in last Test after making peace with reality of retirement

India’s T20 World Cup-winning players to get Rs 5 crore each, coaching staff Rs 2.5 cr: Report

Have been living a dream, filled me with happiness and gratitude: Bumrah

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