WORLD TEST CHAMPIONSHIP
Pakistan drops Shaheen Shah Afridi for 2nd test against Bangladesh
Pakistan cricket team has dropped fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi for leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed in an effort to level the two-test series against Bangladesh. Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie cited Afridi's need to work on his bowling. Pakistan aims to bounce back after losing the first test to Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
BCCI announces full fixture of India's series against England next year. Check details
The BCCI has released the schedule for India's home series against England, featuring five T20Is and three ODIs from January 22 to February 12. Afterward, India will tour England for five Test matches from June to August 2025 at various iconic venues.
Bangladesh looks to Shakib to 'do something special' against pace-heavy Pakistan
Bangladesh hopes all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan will perform well against Pakistan in the first test match at Rawalpindi. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto faces a tough challenge against Pakistan's strong pace attack. This test series is crucial for both teams in the World Test Championship standings. Pakistan is under new red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie.
Quite a few players who have never beaten India in Test series, says Australia's Josh Hazlewood
Josh Hazlewood, Australia's fast bowler, pointed out their struggle against India, with many players yet to win a Test series against them. Australia is focused on reclaiming the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, last won in 2014-15. The upcoming series is crucial for the WTC final, which holds special significance for Hazlewood, who missed last year's final.
Rugby-All Blacks exact revenge with big win over Argentina in Auckland
New Zealand triumphed 42-10 against Argentina in Auckland's Rugby Championship match, avenging a previous loss. Tries by McKenzie, Savea, Clarke, Jordan, and Barrett led to a 35-3 halftime score. Jordan's second try and a perfect conversion record secured their extended unbeaten streak at Eden Park.
All Blacks channel defeat 'hurt' in bid to tame Pumas
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea said Friday his New Zealand team has spent the week "looking in the mirror" as they chase revenge against Argentina in The Rugby Championship. Argentina have only played New Zealand once at Eden Park, when Contepomi was captain in a 2011 Rugby World Cup quarter-final which they lost 33-10.
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India can do a hat-trick of Test series triumphs in Australia: Ravi Shastri
Ravi Shastri, India's ex-coach, is optimistic about India's prospects of winning a third straight Test series in Australia. He attributes this potential success to India's robust bowling unit and strong batting lineup, featuring stars such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The upcoming series begins in November in Perth.
Samosa-like prices for Pakistan-Bangladesh Test tickets. There are discounts and refund facility as well
The Pakistan-Bangladesh Test series, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25, starts with ticket prices as low as PKR 50 or Rs 15. The first Test begins on August 21 in Rawalpindi, followed by the second on August 30 in Karachi. Various ticket options are available, and both teams are preparing with strong squads and strategies.
Cricket: Bangladesh will travel to Pakistan ahead of schedule, PCB says
Bangladesh's cricket team has rescheduled their arrival in Pakistan to Aug. 13 for additional practice sessions in Lahore due to political disruptions at home. Initially, they were expected on Aug. 17. This adjustment, supported by the PCB, aims to help the team acclimate ahead of their two-test series starting Aug. 21.
‘Women can have high testosterone. That doesn’t make them men, or transgender’
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif encountered gender accusations despite lacking proper tests. Rights advocate Payoshni Mitra opposed the spread of misinformation and highlighted the IOC's positive steps on inclusion. She raised concerns over required medical interventions for athletes, such as hormone therapy and surgeries, which can be life-threatening and invasive.
IOC calls tests that sparked vitriol targeting boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting impossibly flawed
Olympic authorities condemned the unjust testing of boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting, who were wrongly accused of being transgender or male. The International Olympic Committee criticized the now-banned International Boxing Association for an unfounded and flawed process, asserting that the athletes' disqualification lacked any legitimate basis and violated multiple regulations.
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Lin Yu-ting had an abusive father while Imane Khelif was roughed up by boys in her village. She and her brother were fans of Japanese anime "The First Step", which features a bullied youngster who became a great boxer.
All eyes on Nikhat, Lovlina as boxers open Olympic campaign hoping to negotiate difficult draws
Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, and Nishant Dev have tough matches ahead as they try for India's best-ever Olympic boxing results in Paris. Zareen faces strong rivals in her weight class, Borgohain is up against top fighters in a new weight, and Nishant has a promising draw but still tough opponents. The boxing matches will be at the North Paris Arena and Stade Roland-Garros.
Golf: Will Rory Roar in Troon? Scheffler, DeChambeau loom over McIlroy bid for major redemption
Rory McIlroy is set to face off against American Bryson DeChambeau in the British Open at Royal Troon. McIlroy, who has not won a major since the 2014 PGA Championship, has been in good form since tied for fourth at the Scottish Open. The Open, the oldest of the four majors, is often unpredictable due to the vagaries of weather and links golf.
Rohit Sharma says he will continue to play Tests and ODIs "at least for a while"
India captain Rohit Sharma announced he will continue to play Test and ODI cricket "at least for a while" following his T20 international career end with a World Cup win last month. Rohit has been on a break since the title win in the West Indies and will miss the upcoming limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka, which includes three ODIs.
PCB retain Muhammad Yusuf, Asad Shafiq in revamped selection panel
The Pakistan Cricket Board has revamped its selection committee for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. Former players Yousuf and Shafiq retained while Riaz and Razzaq were sacked. The new committee will also include team captains and coaches. Additional non-voting members have been nominated for advisory roles.
Gautam Gambhir's in-tray: Priorities as India men's new head coach
Retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from T20Is aside, a major change that affects the team across all three formats came when Rahul Dravid stepped down after a memorable tenure as head coach. The unassuming Indian legend took the team to heights in his three years as head coach, guiding the team to the final of the ICC events in all three formats - the ICC World Test Championship, the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
David Warner retirement: Australian opener calls curtains to international career
David Warner announced his retirement from international cricket on Monday via Instagram,. He is open to returning for the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan. His illustrious career included 8,786 Test runs, 6,932 ODI runs, and 3,277 T20I runs. Despite achievements in various ICC events, Warner faced controversies such as a suspension for a ball-tampering scandal in 2018, yet he remains a celebrated Australian opener in all formats.
Rohit Sharma to lead India in ODI and Test formats, BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirms
The Champions Trophy, scheduled in Pakistan next year, will be held after eight years (since 2017 in UK), and even though the draft schedule has been submitted to the ICC, the BCCI hasn't yet given its green light to it. It is understood BCCI will again push for the 'Hybrid Model' like 2023 ODI Asia Cup where India played all its matches, including the ones against Pakistan, in Sri Lanka.
The stage for India's T20 triumph was not set in one day: Rohit & Co made the blueprint post 2023 World Cup setback
The Indian cricket team celebrated a triumphant comeback at Kensington Oval in Barbados as the sun set on a memorable evening. They gathered on the pitch, savoring their victory after clinching the World Test Championship mace and securing the ODI World Cup.
Next T20 captain to be decided by selectors, says Jay Shah; confirms seniors' role in future ICC tournaments
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence in the continued presence of senior players in upcoming major tournaments like the Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final, provided India qualifies. He emphasized that the decision on appointing the next T20 captain, following Rohit Sharma's retirement, rests solely with the selectors. Shah praised the contribution of senior players to India's T20 World Cup victory and indicated their likely participation in upcoming ODI matches and tournaments, including the Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March in Pakistan.
India clinches T20 World Cup victory as Dravid era ends, BCCI eyes Gambhir as next coach; Here's what Roger Binny said
India secured the T20 World Cup under Rohit Sharma's leadership, marking the conclusion of Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure. Amid celebrations, BCCI President Roger Binny endorsed Gautam Gambhir as a potential coach, emphasizing the need for experience across all cricket formats. Following the retirements of key players Sharma and Kohli, Binny expressed confidence in nurturing young talents. Dravid's legacy includes notable team advancements, ending India's 11-year ICC title drought with strategic gameplay.
India to play five Tests, eight T20Is and three ODIs at home from September-February next year
India's senior men's team's schedule announced by BCCI includes five home Tests in World Test Championship calendar before facing Australia in a five-match series. They will play two Tests against Bangladesh, followed by a three-match series against New Zealand. Additionally, India will host eight T20Is and three ODIs, including a series against England in January-February. The home season starts on September 19, concluding with the Champions Trophy.
Williamson steps down as white-ball captain, declines national contract
The Black Caps have very little international cricket scheduled during the January window and Williamson, who had stepped down from Test captaincy in December 2022, will be available to play all three formats outside that month.
Anand Mahindra's Monday Motivation is gymnast Dipa Karmakar's historic comeback story
Anand Mahindra inspired his vast following with some 'Monday Motivation'. He took to Twitter to share the uplifting tale of gymnast Dipa Karmakar, who made history on Sunday by clinching India's first-ever gold medal at the Asian Senior Championships.
Taunted for being "mentally impaired" once, Para world champion Deepthi is now feted in village
Born to daily wage labourers at in Warangal district of Telangana, the 20-year-old Deepthi on Monday clinched gold with a world record time of 55.07 seconds in the women's 400m T20 category race. She also qualified for the upcoming Paris Paralympics. The T20 category is meant for athletes who have intellectual impairment.
India likely to lose Olympic boxing quota as WADA suspends Parveen for three whereabout failures
Boxer Parveen Hooda is likely to lose her Paris Olympic quota after being suspended by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) for three whereabout failures in 12 months. The suspension, which starts this month and will continue until November 2025, is due to her failure to file her whereabouts within the 12-month period from April 2022 to March 2023. WADA rules suggest that any combination of three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period constitutes an anti-doping rule violation, with the applicable sanction being 2 years' ineligibility.
"We have spoken to ICC about it": Jay Shah on possibility of new venue for WTC Final
India's Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has discussed new venues for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final with the International Cricket Council (ICC). The final will be held in June 2025, following a series of losses in England. India currently holds the top spot in WTC rankings with 74 points and 68.52 per cent, while Australia holds second with 90 points in 12 matches and a point percentage of 62.50.
Beating India in the World Test Championship was ‘massive’: New Zealand’s Henry Nicholls
The 56-Test veteran has been an important part of the New Zealand’s Test side since scoring a fifty in his debut match in 2016 against Australia. And he was also a member of the side that won the inaugural World Test Championship, beating India in the Final in Southampton, England, in 2021. He didn’t contribute much with the bat in that match but took a brilliant catch to dismiss dangerous Rishabh Pant in the second innings. Excerpts from his interaction with ET Sport.
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