Morally hard to fathom playing T20 World Cup in Bangladesh, says Alyssa Healy

IANS | August 19, 2024 1:50 PM

New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) Australia captain Alyssa Healy has voiced her concerns over the prospect of playing the upcoming T20 World Cup in Bangladesh as political unrest continues to grip the country. The tournament, scheduled for October, hangs in the balance as the ICC debates whether to relocate it due to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Bangladesh.

Shamar Joseph eyes BBL debut; Harmanpreet Kaur headlines WBBL draft

IANS | August 19, 2024 12:41 PM

Melbourne, Aug 19 (IANS) With the Big Bash League (BBL) and Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) drafts looming on September 1, the star-studded lineup of international players has been confirmed. Among the most intriguing nominations is Shamar Joseph, who could make a triumphant return to Australian soil after his memorable Test debut at the Gabba.

Swepson eyes Test comeback against Sri Lanka, says 'baggy green is my motivation'

IANS | August 19, 2024 10:48 AM

New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) Queensland leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson is setting his sights on Australia’s upcoming Test tour of Sri Lanka as his gateway back into the national team. After earning his Baggy Green in 2022 and featuring in four Tests across Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Swepson is eager to don the iconic cap once again.