If India go over the top then extra bounce will find them out, says Ian Chappell

IANS | November 7, 2024 4:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Former Australia Test captain Ian Chappell believes if the Indian batters try to go over the top with their shots in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, then they will be found out by extra bounce in the conditions during the all-important series. India will reach the Australian shores after a disappointing 3-0 series defeat to New Zealand at home. The poor form of captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli are among the visitors' main concerns.

Harmanpreet Kaur sole Indian in 50-player shortlist for WBBL Team of the Decade

IANS | November 7, 2024 3:10 PM

Melbourne, Nov 7 (IANS) Captain Harmnapreet Kaur is the only Indian player in the 50-player shortlist for the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) Team of the Decade, released on Thursday.

Michael Neser ruled out of Australia A match with hamstring injury

IANS | November 7, 2024 12:46 PM

Melbourne, Nov 7 (IANS) Pacer Michael Neser has been ruled out of the remainder of Australia A match against India A with hamstring injury after bagging four wickets on the opening day of the second unofficial Test.

Mohsin Raza raises serious allegations against UP Cricket Association

IANS | November 6, 2024 11:21 PM

Lucknow, Nov 6 (IANS) Mohsin Raza, former Uttar Pradesh Minister, Chairman of the UP Haj Committee and a former Ranji cricketer, has raised a series of concerns regarding the operations of the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA). His comments come in response to multiple complaints he has received from various parts of the state.

DDCA restarts pension scheme for ex-cricketers in Delhi; hikes benefit to Rs 25k

IANS | November 6, 2024 10:58 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) In a move that will help many former players, the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) has revived the pension scheme for all former cricketers who have played less than 25 matches and do not get assistance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel added to India A squad for second four-day game against Australia A

IANS | November 6, 2024 8:24 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) Seasoned batter K.L. Rahul and wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel have been added to the India A squad for the second four-day game against Australia A, starting at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Thursday.

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.

I feel privileged and honoured to captain Australia, says Inglis

IANS | November 6, 2024 3:37 PM

New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) After being named as Australia’s captain for the third ODI and subsequent T20Is against Pakistan, wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis said he feels really privileged and honoured to be entrusted with the leadership job.

Cricket

If India go over the top then extra bounce will find them out, says Ian Chappell

Harmanpreet Kaur sole Indian in 50-player shortlist for WBBL Team of the Decade

Michael Neser ruled out of Australia A match with hamstring injury

Mohsin Raza raises serious allegations against UP Cricket Association

DDCA restarts pension scheme for ex-cricketers in Delhi; hikes benefit to Rs 25k

KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel added to India A squad for second four-day game against Australia A

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

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

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

I feel privileged and honoured to captain Australia, says Inglis

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