India aim for winning start in Men’s U19 WC with opener against Bangladesh

IANS | January 19, 2024 4:21 PM

Bloemfontein, Jan 19 (IANS) It is that time of the year when youngsters will be aiming to leave their mark in the Men’s U19 World Cup. India, the defending champions, enter the 2024 edition of the competition to make a winning start against Bangladesh in their tournament opener at the Mangaung Oval on Saturday.

Shamar Joseph has bright future for the West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite

IANS | January 19, 2024 2:30 PM

Adelaide, Jan 19 (IANS) Though West Indies lost to Australia by ten wickets in the Test series opener at the Adelaide Oval, captain Kraigg Brathwaite heaped rich praise on fast-bowler Shamar Joseph, who put up a bright all-round performance in his debut match in the format.

Conway ruled out of NZ's 4th T20I vs Pakistan due to Covid

IANS | January 19, 2024 1:22 PM

Christchurch, Jan 19 (IANS) New Zealand opener Devon Conway has been ruled out of the fourth T20I against Pakistan at the Hagley Oval after testing positive for Covid-19. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said in a statement that batter Chad Bowes will link up with the T20I squad as cover for Conway.