BCB appoints Habibul Bashar as head of women’s cricket

IANS | February 20, 2024 5:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday appointed former national skipper Habibul Bashar as the head of women's cricket. Amidst the backdrop of the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, where many historic moments in Bangladesh cricket have unfolded, Bashar's appointment was announced during a meeting of the women's wing chaired by Nadel Chowdhury. Habibul worked as a member of the national selection panel from 2016 to 2024 until it was dissolved.

'If this is how you want to play then back yourselves': Clarke wants England to remain unfazed by Bazball criticism

IANS | February 20, 2024 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) Former Australian captain Michael Clarke has backed England to follow their aggressive approach if they think that's the best chance of beating India and urged Ben Stokes-led side to not get affected by 'Bazball' criticism.

Warner, Head confirm as Aussies' T20I openers; Smith's role less clear ahead of T20 WC

IANS | February 20, 2024 1:50 PM

Wellington, Feb 20 (IANS) David Warner and Travis Head seem to open the batting for Australia in the T20 World Cup after the duo was confirmed as the opening pair for the three-match series against New Zealand, beginning on Wednesday in Wellington.

'If India get their noses ahead...', Graeme Smith warns England about their chances in Test series

IANS | February 20, 2024 1:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has cautioned England regarding their prospects in the ongoing Test series against India, saying that if the hosts "get their noses ahead then they are tough to catch."

'Managed to bowl 100% in warm ups': Stokes hints at return to bowling duties in final two Tests

IANS | February 20, 2024 10:00 AM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) England captain Ben Stokes has hinted he may make a return to bowling duties for the remainder of the series in India as the 32-year-old said "he managed to bowl at 100 percent in one of the warm-up days."

Hasaranga joins elite T20I list, becomes second-fastest to 100 wickets in win over Afghanistan

IANS | February 20, 2024 12:03 AM

Colombo, Feb 19 (IANS) Sri Lankan spin sensation Wanindu Hasaranga on Monday became just the second Sri Lankan after Lasith Malinga to take 100 T20I wickets, achieving the feat during the second match of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. Hasaranga became the eleventh player overall to breach the 100-wicket barrier in T20Is and the second fastest to achieve the milestone.

Nepal to play T20 tri-series against Baroda and Gujarat as part of 2024 Men's T20 WC preparation

IANS | February 19, 2024 9:41 PM

Kathmandu, Feb 19 (IANS) The Nepal senior men’s cricket team will play a T20 tri-series against Baroda and Gujarat in Vapi, dubbed as the ‘Friendship Cup’ from March 31 to April 7, said its governing body on Monday. The tri-series will kick off on March 31, with Nepal and Gujarat playing the opening match, followed by the Gujarat-Baroda clash on April 1. April 2 will see Nepal play against Baroda, followed by the Gujarat-Baroda clash on April 4. Nepal will face Baroda on April 5, followed by the tri-series ending with the final on April 7.

Hardik Pandya walks into my Greatest XI for sure: Matthew Hayden on IPL's Greatest All-rounder

IANS | February 19, 2024 9:25 PM

Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) In 16 years of its existence, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen many top players in action. So, selecting the Greatest All-rounder to grace the IPL in its 16 years is a tough task for anyone.

WPL 2024: Kanika & Kashvee ruled out of tournament; Sayali & Shraddha named replacements

IANS | February 19, 2024 5:53 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 19 (IANS) India all-rounder Kanika Ahuja and uncapped fast-bowling all-rounder Kashvee Gautam, also the most expensive uncapped Indian player in the history of Women’s Premier League, have been ruled out of the 2024 season due to injuries.

IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders name Dushmantha Chameera as replacement for Gus Atkinson

IANS | February 19, 2024 5:13 PM

Mumbai, Feb 19 (IANS) The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have named Sri Lanka's Dushmantha Chameera as a replacement for England pacer Gus Atkinson for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

Cricket

BCB appoints Habibul Bashar as head of women’s cricket

'If this is how you want to play then back yourselves': Clarke wants England to remain unfazed by Bazball criticism

Warner, Head confirm as Aussies' T20I openers; Smith's role less clear ahead of T20 WC

'If India get their noses ahead...', Graeme Smith warns England about their chances in Test series

'Managed to bowl 100% in warm ups': Stokes hints at return to bowling duties in final two Tests

Hasaranga joins elite T20I list, becomes second-fastest to 100 wickets in win over Afghanistan

Nepal to play T20 tri-series against Baroda and Gujarat as part of 2024 Men's T20 WC preparation

Hardik Pandya walks into my Greatest XI for sure: Matthew Hayden on IPL's Greatest All-rounder

WPL 2024: Kanika & Kashvee ruled out of tournament; Sayali & Shraddha named replacements

IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders name Dushmantha Chameera as replacement for Gus Atkinson

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