'Gutted' Miller proud of SA unit after T20 World Cup final loss

IANS | July 2, 2024 8:11 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) South Africa's star batter David Miller, whose dismissal in the last over of the T20 World Cup final against India was a pivotal moment, has broken his silence about the agonizing 7-run defeat in the final of T2O World Cup 2024.

Sandeep Patil urges BCCI to support ailing Anshuman Gaekwad amidst T20 World Cup celebrations

IANS | July 2, 2024 8:07 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sandeep Patil has commended the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for announcing a prize money of ₹125 crore for the victorious Indian cricket team led by Rohit Sharma after their triumphant 2024 T20 World Cup campaign. Patil, however, has called on the BCCI to extend similar financial support to former cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad, who is battling blood cancer.

Archie Vaughan and Rocky Flintoff set to make their U-19 Test debut agaisnt SL

IANS | July 2, 2024 6:56 PM

London, July 2 (IANS) Archie Vaughan, the 18-year-old son of former England captain Michael Vaughan, is set to make his Under-19 Test debut against Sri Lanka next week. Named in a 14-man squad, Archie is part of a team England U-19 squad which includes Rocky Flintoff, son of Andrew Flintoff, Farhan Ahmed, and Jaydn Denly.

T20 World Cup triumph a reminder of how cricket & emotions are a great unifying force

IANS | July 1, 2024 11:18 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) When Anrich Nortje’s heave off Arshdeep Singh on the last ball of South Africa’s innings went to the mid-wicket fielder for a single, Rohit Sharma fell flat, with his face towards the ground and punching the grass with his hand. Hardik Pandya went down on his knees and began to tear up once the inevitable -– of India winning the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup -- was confirmed a little after 2 pm at the Kensington Oval.

World Masters League T20: Cricket Legends to light up Durban, Shoaib Malik joins star-studded lineup

IANS | July 1, 2024 10:16 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) The iconic Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban, South Africa, is set to captivate cricket enthusiasts and deliver thrilling performances globally when it hosts the next edition of the World Masters League T20. Starting in the first week of August 2024, the league will feature six dynamic teams: Indraprastha Warriors, Gulf Superstars, Sydney Spartans, Colombo Titans, Lahore Lions, and Caribbean Pirates.