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Former Indian cricketer raises concern over Siraj’s exclusion from Champ Trophy squad

Former Indian cricketer Akash Chopra has expressed his disappointment over the absence of Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj from the team’s squad for the Champions Trophy. Chopra believed that Siraj could have been a befitting option in place of veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. India’s pace attack is highly potent with the likes of Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, and they also have an additional bowling option in…

Jan 20, 2025

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers BBL Qualifier: All you need to know

In the Qualifier of the ongoing Big Bash League, Hobart Hurricanes will be clashing with Sydney Sixers on Tuesday at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Ahead of the clash, Sixers have named a 13-player squad, with Todd Murphy, Steve Smith and Sean Abbott being unavailable due to their national duties. The clash is incredibly important as the team winning the Qualifier will move to the Final. While, the side losing in the Qualifier will move to the challenger. On the other…

Jan 20, 2025

Steve Smith under injury cloud ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

Australia’s star batter Steve Smith has suffered a setback ahead of the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, as an elbow injury has delayed his departure for the team’s training camp in Dubai. The injury scare has raised concerns about Smith’s readiness for the series, where he is set to captain the side in Cummins’ (paternity leave) absence. Smith picked up the injury when throwing the ball in Sydney Sixers’ match against…

Jan 20, 2025

Rohit Sharma confirms his availability for Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

Indian ODI and Test skipper Rohit Sharma has confirmed that he will take part in Mumbai’s next round of Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir. Recently, BCCI also issued a new directive, making it mandatory for national players to participate in domestic cricket. Mumbai's next Ranji Trophy fixture against Jammu and Kashmir will start on January 23. When asked about his availability during the press conference, Rohit Sharma said, "I will”. Rohit…

Jan 18, 2025

AUS-W vs ENG-W 1st T20I: England Women aim to win back Ashes

Australia Women and England Women are preparing to face each other in the first T20I of a three-match series, set to take place on Monday at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. The series comes on the heels of a dominant display by the Australians, who swept the preceding ODI series 3-0. Australia enter the T20I series brimming with confidence. Star players such as Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Beth Mooney and Ellyse…

Jan 18, 2025

Kohli, Rahul to miss upcoming Ranji Trophy round

Indian star players Virat Kohli and KL Rahul have informed BCCI that they will not be available for the next round of Ranji Trophy due to minor injuries they are managing. According to ESPNcricinfo, both players informed the board that they are carrying niggles which wouldn’t allow them to play the next round of Ranji Trophy matches beginning January 23. As per reports, Kohli had niggle and had taken an injection on January 8…

Jan 18, 2025

ILT20 - Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: All you need to know

The ninth match of the ongoing international League T20 will witness the clash between Desert Vipers and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on Saturday at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Desert Vipers are riding high on success after clinching three victories on the bounce in as many matches. With no defeat, they remain the most successful side in the ongoing tournament so far. They are topping the points table with six points and a positive NRR of +0.708.

Jan 17, 2025

Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Renegades: All you need to know, playing XI, head-to-head

In the 38th match of the ongoing Big Bash League , Melbourne Renegades will be taking on Brisbane Heat on Saturday at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne. Ahead of the clash, Renegades have made three changes to their squad with Jacob Bethell, Marcus Harris and Sam Elliott making way for Kane Richardson, Mackenzie Harvey and Oliver Peake. Renegades, who are sitting at the bottom in the points table, still have a chance to make it to…

Jan 17, 2025

“Will miss playing in India”: Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has said that India would have received a grander welcome had they travelled to host nation Pakistan for the Champions Trophy , which is set to begin on February 19. Team India didn’t travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, instead they will play their matches in Dubai. Following India’s insistence on not travelling to host nation Pakistan for the showpiece event, both sides reached a consensus.…

Jan 17, 2025

PAK vs WI 1st Test: Pakistan eye big start on home turf

Pakistan are set to take on West Indies in the first Test match of their two-match series, beginning on Friday at Multan Cricket Stadium. Pakistan will enter the home Test series against West Indies on the back of a 0-2 series defeat at the hands of South Africa. They had shown great fightback against South Africa but failed to go all the way. Positively, their star batter Babar Azam regained his form during the South Africa series…

Jan 16, 2025

SA20: Joburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals: All you need to know, probable XI, head to head

In the 10th match of the ongoing SA20 tournament , Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals will be facing each other on Thursday at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. Joburg Super Kings remain on a winning streak, having clinched two victories from as many games. In their last game, they secured a 28-run victory against Durban Super Giants to record their second consecutive victory. They are placed on the second place in…

Jan 16, 2025

AUS-W vs ENG-W 3rd ODI: Australia look to put England under the pump

Australia and England women are set to lock horns in the third and final ODI , set to be held on Friday at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Australia, leading the three-match series 2-0, have already secured the series but will be eager to complete a whitewash. On the other hand, England Women, who have struggled in the first two games, will be determined to salvage pride and end on a high note. On their…

Jan 16, 2025