Bangladesh concerned over Litton Das' white-ball form, says chief selector

IANS | December 16, 2024 7:38 PM

Dhaka, Dec 16 (IANS) Bangladesh chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain has expressed concerns about Litton Das' recent struggles in white-ball cricket and said a break can be arranged for him if needed. Litton struggled with form during the series against West Indies, scoring just 2, 4, and 0 in the three ODIs. His rough patch extended into the T20Is as he failed to score in the opening game, though Bangladesh managed to secure a narrow seven-run victory in the match.

Kim Garth reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

IANS | December 16, 2024 5:29 PM

Dubai, Dec 16 (IANS) Australian player Kim Garth has been reprimanded for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the third ODI of the ICC Women’s Championship series against India in Perth on Wednesday. Garth was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to the “use of an audible obscenity during an International Match.”

Sky is the limit for Shaw if he gets his work ethics right: Shreyas Iyer

IANS | December 16, 2024 3:50 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 16 (IANS) Mumbai captain Shreyas Iyer has urged struggling teammate Prithvi Shaw to better his 'work ethics' to excel in his career. Shaw was part of Mumbai's title-winning campaign in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT).

WPL 2025 auction: We have got what we were looking for, says Smriti on RCB’s picks

IANS | December 16, 2024 3:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Smriti Mandhana, the skipper of defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), said the franchise got what they were looking to get from the 2025 WPL player auction held in Bengaluru on Sunday.

3rd Test: Australia pacers dominate India on frustrating rainy day

IANS | December 16, 2024 1:34 PM

Brisbane, Dec 16 (IANS) Monday turned out to be a frustrating day in the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test as rain ensured it made its presence felt by disrupting the proceedings for uncountable times. But Australia’s pacers managed to get into the wickets and leave India in deep trouble.

Allan Border hails 'remarkable' Bumrah after India pacer claims 50 wickets in Australia

IANS | December 16, 2024 12:45 PM

Brisbane, Dec 16 (IANS) Former Australia Test captain Allan Border has rated star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah as highly as West Indies great Malchom Marshall and said he has not seen anyone like the Bumrah, who rarely bowls a wicketless spell.

WPL Auction: Prema's great control as wrist spinner is invaluable, says RCB head coach

IANS | December 15, 2024 8:31 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 15 (IANS) The defending champions of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), have reinforced their squad with a well-thought-out strategy in the WPL Auction on Sunday. With their four domestic picks, RCB have bolstered their roster with players who bring versatility, depth, and a competitive edge while staying true to their bold and fearless style of cricket.

Delhi Capitals have stronger squad than last year, says Ganguly after WPL Auction

IANS | December 15, 2024 7:10 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 15 (IANS) Delhi Capitals entered the WPL 2025 Auction with a budget of Rs 2.5 crore, aiming to fill four slots. They successfully secured wicketkeepers Nandini Kashyap and Sarah Bryce, all-rounder N Charani, and young talent Niki Prasad.

WPL 2025 auction: Deandra, Simran, Kamalini & Prema emerge as most expensive players (Ld)

IANS | December 15, 2024 6:29 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 15 (IANS) Deandra Dottin, Simran Shaikh, G Kamalini and Prema Rawat fetched big paychecks in the WPL 2025 Auction, which took place at ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru on Sunday.

3rd Test: Bowlers have to work on leaking runs between 50-80 overs, admits Morkel

IANS | December 15, 2024 5:07 PM

Brisbane, Dec 15 (IANS) India bowling coach Morne Morkel admitted that work has to be put in to improve on bowlers leaking runs when the ball is old from 50-80 overs. In day two’s play at the Gabba, Travis Head and Steve Smith smashed centuries by feasting on Indian bowlers as Australia made 405/7 in 101 overs.

Cricket

Bangladesh concerned over Litton Das' white-ball form, says chief selector

Kim Garth reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Sky is the limit for Shaw if he gets his work ethics right: Shreyas Iyer

WPL 2025 auction: We have got what we were looking for, says Smriti on RCB’s picks

3rd Test: Australia pacers dominate India on frustrating rainy day

Allan Border hails 'remarkable' Bumrah after India pacer claims 50 wickets in Australia

WPL Auction: Prema's great control as wrist spinner is invaluable, says RCB head coach

Delhi Capitals have stronger squad than last year, says Ganguly after WPL Auction

WPL 2025 auction: Deandra, Simran, Kamalini & Prema emerge as most expensive players (Ld)

3rd Test: Bowlers have to work on leaking runs between 50-80 overs, admits Morkel

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