I always enjoy the enthusiasm, energy and vibe that the Indian people have for cricket: David Miller

IANS | January 15, 2024 10:09 PM

Centurion, Jan 15 (IANS) Paarl Royals have kicked off Season 2 of the SA20 with a resounding success, securing victories in both home and away fixtures against the Pretoria Capitals. Captain David Miller, in sublime form, played a pivotal role in the team's recent thrilling 10-run win at Centurion in Pretoria, contributing an unbeaten 75.

Ranji Trophy: Desai takes Gujarat to come-from-behind win over Karnataka; Mumbai, Uttarakhand register victories (round-up)

IANS | January 15, 2024 7:06 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) The second round of the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season ended on Monday and a standout performer was left-arm spinner Siddharth Desai, whose seven-wicket haul helped Gujarat pull off a stunning come-from-behind six-run win over Karnataka.

Kane Williamson likely to miss remainder of the T20I series against Pakistan: Report

IANS | January 15, 2024 6:35 PM

Hamilton, Jan 15 (IANS) In a twist of fate that might impact New Zealand's approach in the ongoing T20I series against Pakistan, captain Kane Williamson is grappling with a hamstring injury, casting doubt on his participation in the final two matches, said a report.

Sachin Tendulkar raises concern over ‘deep fake’ after video of him goes viral promoting online game

IANS | January 15, 2024 6:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar called out a fake video going viral on social media showcasing him endorsing an online game in which his daughter Sara Tendulkar supposedly earned a hefty sum.

Cooch Behar Trophy: Prakhar Chaturvedi slams 400 run in the finals, shatters 25-year old Yuvraj Singh record

IANS | January 15, 2024 5:25 PM

Shivamogga, Jan 15 (IANS) Prakhar Chaturvedi etched his name into the annals of Indian cricket history by scoring the first quadruple century in the final of the Cooch Behar Trophy, India's premier multi-day tournament for Under-19 men against Mumbai.

South Africa name Laura Wolvaardt-led 15-member squad for white-ball leg of Australia tour

IANS | January 15, 2024 3:47 PM

Johannesburg, Jan 15 (IANS) Cricket South Africa (CSA) has named a 15-player women’s squad led by skipper Laura Wolvaardt for the white-ball leg in the multi-format tour of Australia happening from January 27 to February 18.

I was so excited when I heard the news, says Cameron Green on batting at number four in Tests

IANS | January 15, 2024 3:27 PM

Adelaide, Jan 15 (IANS) Australia’s fast-bowling all-rounder Cameron Green said his initial feeling about hearing the news of batting at number four in Tests for Australia against the West Indies was of huge excitement and felt grateful about not having been slotted in as an opener.

A lot of Indian fans are waiting to see how to put Bazball to bed, says Nasser Hussain

IANS | January 15, 2024 12:56 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes fans of the Indian team are waiting to see how the Rohit Sharma-led side can put England's ultra-attacking Bazball strategy to bed when the five-match Test series begins on January 25 in Hyderabad.

Coach Andy Flower confident of strong title defence for Gulf Giants at ILT20 Season 2

IANS | January 15, 2024 12:43 PM

Dubai, Jan 15 (IANS) The International League T20 is around the corner, and the Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants commenced their journey in season two with a jersey giveaway at the ICC Academy in Dubai on Saturday. The event saw multiple star players from the team grace the occasion as head coach Andy Flower handed the jerseys to the likes of Carlos Braithwaite and Dominic Drakes and local talents like Sanchit Sharma and Aayan Khan.

BCCI invites applications for a position in senior men’s national selection committee

IANS | January 15, 2024 12:35 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for a position in the senior men’s national selection committee. Interestingly, there is no specific mention over who the selected candidate will replace in the current five-man selection committee currently headed by Ajit Agarkar.

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I always enjoy the enthusiasm, energy and vibe that the Indian people have for cricket: David Miller

Ranji Trophy: Desai takes Gujarat to come-from-behind win over Karnataka; Mumbai, Uttarakhand register victories (round-up)

Kane Williamson likely to miss remainder of the T20I series against Pakistan: Report

Sachin Tendulkar raises concern over ‘deep fake’ after video of him goes viral promoting online game

Cooch Behar Trophy: Prakhar Chaturvedi slams 400 run in the finals, shatters 25-year old Yuvraj Singh record

South Africa name Laura Wolvaardt-led 15-member squad for white-ball leg of Australia tour

I was so excited when I heard the news, says Cameron Green on batting at number four in Tests

A lot of Indian fans are waiting to see how to put Bazball to bed, says Nasser Hussain

Coach Andy Flower confident of strong title defence for Gulf Giants at ILT20 Season 2

BCCI invites applications for a position in senior men’s national selection committee

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