Pakistan eyeing spin-friendly Rawalpindi pitch to 'replicate success,' says Saud Shakeel

IANS | October 22, 2024 7:45 PM

Rawalpindi, Oct 22 (IANS) As the third and final Test between Pakistan and England approaches, Pakistan’s intentions for the Rawalpindi pitch are clear. By taking extreme measures, such as using giant heaters and industrial fans to accelerate the drying process, the team hopes to defy Rawalpindi’s natural favouring of fast bowlers and turn it into a spinner-friendly surface—one that could prove decisive in the series.

Scott Edwards elected to ICC Men’s Cricket Committee, representing Associate Members

IANS | October 22, 2024 6:40 PM

Amstelveen, Oct 22 (IANS) The Netherlands captain Scott Edwards has been elected to the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee as a representative of Associate Members of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Edwards, who has been an integral part of Dutch cricket since 2016, expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to join the prestigious committee.

New Zealand focused on adapting to Pune’s spin challenge, says Mitchell

IANS | October 22, 2024 5:01 PM

Pune, Oct 22 (IANS) New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell has urged his team to quickly move on from their historic win in Bengaluru and brace up for the potentially spin-friendly conditions in the second Test against India, starting at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium here on Thursday.

David Warner ready to Test cricket return, offers to fill Australia’s opening slot against India

IANS | October 22, 2024 4:20 PM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) Former Australian opener David Warner has revealed that he is ready to reverse his retirement from Test cricket if Australia call on him to fill a vacancy at the top of the batting order for the upcoming series against India. Warner, who retired from Test cricket earlier this year after a distinguished career spanning 112 Tests, said he would even be willing to play in New South Wales’ next Sheffield Shield match to prove his readiness.

Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead 15-member India A squad on Australia tour

IANS | October 21, 2024 10:45 PM

Mumbai, Oct 21 (IANS) The national Men’s Selection Committee has picked a 15-member India A squad for the upcoming tour of Australia, with Ruturaj Gaikwad named as captain for this tour by the fringe players of the country. Bengal Ranji Trophy opener Abhimanyu Easwaran will be Gaikwad's deputy for this red-ball tour with the likes of Nitish Kumar Reddy, Devdutt Padikkal, and Sai Sudharsan as other members of the squad.

ICC Board recommends change in terms for chairman, independent director

IANS | October 21, 2024 8:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) The Board of the International Cricket Council (ICC) has recommended changes in the term of its Chair and Independent Director to two terms of three years, adding that this proposal will now be circulated to members for approval.

Livingstone to captain England in ODIs against WI as Buttler sits out due to calf injury

IANS | October 21, 2024 7:12 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) Big-hitting all-rounder Liam Livingstone has been named as England’s captain in their upcoming ODI series against the West Indies as regular skipper Jos Buttler misses out due to a slight setback in rehabilitation from a calf injury.

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur included in Women’s T20 WC team of the tournament

IANS | October 21, 2024 6:20 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been included in 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup team of the tournament, which includes champions New Zealand and runners-up South Africa being represented by three players each, along with players from West Indies, Bangladesh, England and Australia.

Mayank Yadav will carry the baton of Indian pace bowling: Mohammed Shami

Harsh Shukla | October 21, 2024 5:30 PM

Gurugram (Haryana), Oct 21 (IANS) Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has showered praise on young pace sensation Mayank Yadav and called him the future of India bowling. Shami, who also declared himself 100% fit and ready to bowl, feels that youngsters like Mayank Yadav and Harshit Rana have the capability to carry forward the baton of Indian pace bowling.

Jack Leach felt his career was over after being out for long time with injury

IANS | October 21, 2024 5:08 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) England’s left-arm spinner Jack Leach admitted that he feared about his international career being over after being left out of the home summer games. Leach was out of action since January due to a knee injury sustained during the first Test against India in Hyderabad.

Cricket

Pakistan eyeing spin-friendly Rawalpindi pitch to 'replicate success,' says Saud Shakeel

Scott Edwards elected to ICC Men’s Cricket Committee, representing Associate Members

New Zealand focused on adapting to Pune’s spin challenge, says Mitchell

David Warner ready to Test cricket return, offers to fill Australia’s opening slot against India

Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead 15-member India A squad on Australia tour

ICC Board recommends change in terms for chairman, independent director

Livingstone to captain England in ODIs against WI as Buttler sits out due to calf injury

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur included in Women’s T20 WC team of the tournament

Mayank Yadav will carry the baton of Indian pace bowling: Mohammed Shami

Jack Leach felt his career was over after being out for long time with injury

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