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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) With the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction set to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, UP Warriorz are heading into the player selection process with a strong core already in place and a clear idea of what they want from the remaining squad spots. The Warriorz have retained 11 players ahead of the auction, built around a mix of international experience, seasoned Indian players and promising young talent. Former Australia captain Meg Lanning, compatriot Phoebe Litchfield, Englands Sophie Ecclestone and USA international Tara Norris make up the overseas group, while Deepti Sharma leads the Indian core alongside Harleen Deol, Pratika Rawal and Shikha Pandey. Young Indian players Kranti Gaud, Shipra Giri and Simran Shaikh complete the retained list. With that foundation secured, the focus now moves to the seven slots still available, two of them for overseas players. For the Warriorz, the auction is less about chasing big names and more about finding players who fit defined roles within the teams structure and add depth across a long tournament. Head coach Abhishek Nayar, who took charge ahead of the 2026 season, said the retained group gives the team a firm platform to build on. We have a strong group in place, and the players understand our environment and what we want to achieve. At the auction, we are not looking at it as a chance to simply add names. We want players who complement what we already have, who give us options with both bat and ball, and who can handle different roles depending on the match situation. Balance and flexibility will be very important for us, said Abhishek Nayar, head coach, UP Warriorz. We have also been clear about our belief in Indian talent. There are players in the auction pool who are hungry to improve and are ready for the demands of this level. If we can identify the right ones and give them the right platform, that is good for the team and for their development as well, he added. Kshemal Waingankar, COO & director of cricket, Capri Sports, said the franchises approach at the auction will stay consistent with the thinking behind its retentions. We went into the retentions with a clear idea of the kind of team we want to build, and the auction is a continuation of that. We have a core that gives us quality and experience, and now it is about adding the right pieces around it. We will be disciplined and stay true to our plan rather than being drawn into decisions that do not fit the squad, said Kshemal Waingankar, COO & Director of Cricket, Capri Sports. Our aim is to build a team that can perform consistently, and to keep creating an environment where Indian talent can grow and make its mark at the highest level, he added. The Warriorz will enter the WPL 2027 auction with the objective of completing a well-rounded squad around their established core, as they prepare for another competitive campaign.
WPL 2027: G. Kamalini Fully Available As Four New Names Added To Player Auction Pool
Delhi Premier League: Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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G. Kamalini fully available as four new names added to WPL 2027 auction pool
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Jess, though, is down with a neck injury, which has ruled her out of the upcoming WBBL. Though her return to play is set for the new year, it may be too close to comfort for teams to pick her for 2027 WPL. Ira's availability for WPL 2027 will also be doubtful if she is selected for India's U-19 Women's T20 World Cup squad.
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Digital Desk | Ranchi, Oct 27 (IANS) A shooter associated with Jharkhands notorious Rahul Singh gang was injured in an encounter with the police in Ranchi's Nayasarai area on Tuesday, officials said. The shooter, along with an associate, was arrested after the gunfight. The exchange of fire took place near the railway line in the Nayasarai locality under the Assembly police station limits. The injured accused, identified as Shahid, sustained a bullet injury to his leg during the operation and was admitted to the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) for treatment. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rakesh Ranjan said the gang had been under police surveillance following a recent firing incident near a petrol pump on Ring Road in the Kanke police station area, in which members of the Rahul Singh gang were involved. According to the SSP, police received specific intelligence that Shahid, a shooter associated with the gang, was heading towards the Assembly area from Daladali Chowk on a motorcycle along with an accomplice to carry out a major criminal act. Acting on the tip-off, a special police team laid a trap and cordoned off the Nayasarai area. As the suspects found themselves surrounded from all sides, they opened indiscriminate fire at the police team. The police retaliated in self-defence, during which Shahid was hit by a bullet in the leg. Despite being injured, he attempted to flee but was chased down and nabbed along with his associate. Police recovered a country-made pistol and two live cartridges from the spot. Preliminary investigation revealed that Shahid is a resident of Lohardaga district and is suspected to have been involved in several serious criminal incidents in Ranchi and neighbouring districts. Police suspect his involvement in the firing at the Kanke petrol pump, a robbery case in Bero, and a shooting incident at the Shivaliya Construction site associated with the Bharatmala Project in Gumla district. Following the encounter, Ranchi police launched a search operation across various parts of the city to track down other members of the gang, officials said.
WPL 2027 Auction: UP Warriorz Eye Squad Overhaul As 146 Players Go Under The Hammer In Kochi
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: With 27 slots up for grabs and several prominent Indian and overseas cricketers in the fray, the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is set to trigger intense bidding battles as the five franchises look to complete their squads ahead of the fifth edition of the tournament, beginning in January. The auction, scheduled to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, will feature 146 players, with teams having contrasting purse sizes and squad requirements. UP Warriorz will head into the auction with the most slots to fill, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Giants (GG) will look to make targeted additions after retaining most of their core players. Among the players expected to attract attention are Indian cricketers G Kamalini, Sneh Rana and Sushma Verma, along with Australian stars Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen and Sophie Molineux. UP Warriorz have eight slots available and a remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, putting them in a position to make several additions to their squad. Mumbai Indians (MI), meanwhile, have six slots to fill but only Rs 90 lakh left to spend, which could make their auction strategy more selective. RCB, who won the previous edition, will have Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry available for the upcoming season and will look to strengthen their bench, particularly with Indian backups, as they aim to add another title to their tally. Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants will also seek to address specific squad requirements while retaining the nucleus of their teams. The auction comes at a time when the WPL is increasingly contributing to India's talent pipeline, with young players gaining exposure to high-pressure matches alongside international stars. India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana highlighted the league's role in identifying emerging talent and stressed the need to develop promising players into match-winners for the national team. The WPL has been a huge benefit in that we have found quite a few players in the WPL, but now it's our responsibility to figure out how we take them forward and make them into bigger match-winners. We definitely have exciting talent in our team right now, Mandhana said on JioStar's programme 'Follow the Blues: The Dawn of Captain Smriti'. She added that eight to nine players in the current Indian setup are aged between 19 and 24 and have impressed in India A matches. They have all played good cricket during the India A series. We have followed everything, and they have played very good cricket. So now it's on us to take them forward and make them lead the way for India, she said. Former India cricketer and JioStar expert Veda Krishnamurthy expects Indian wicketkeepers to be among the players in demand, with multiple franchises looking to strengthen their options behind the stumps. I think Indian wicketkeepers, especially, will be in demand, with quite a few teams looking for them. There are a couple of domestic players I'm interested in seeing how they go about things in the auction. Of course, Sophie Molineux is a big name to look forward to, given the kind of experience she brings. She's a match-winner and has already won the WPL with RCB, Krishnamurthy said. She also pointed to the interest surrounding young wicketkeeper G Kamalini and the importance of franchises identifying alternatives for each role before the bidding begins. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. The fifth edition of the WPL will be held from January 14 to February 7, 2027. Four-time finalists Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz will aim to secure their maiden title, while two-time champions RCB and Mumbai Indians will look to add to their trophy collections. The options and the number of slots available are very limited. Teams know exactly what they're looking for, so it's important for them to filter the names from the available cricketers and identify their options. They need to have at least three or four names for each proficiency because the auction can go in any direction, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) announced a sweeping overhaul of their coaching and support staff on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, ahead of the 2027 season. The franchise has welcomed back several former fan favorites into official coaching roles, headlined by former South African all-rounder Albie Morkel and veteran Indian pacer [] The post IPL 2027: Chennai Super Kings Overhaul Support Staff, Appoint Albie Morkel and Mohit Sharma Under Head Coach Zaheer Khan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Head Coach Zaheer Khan: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have confirmed their revamped coaching staff for IPL 2027, with former India pacer Mohit Sharma appointed bowling coach and Albie Morkel and Gareth Batty joining as assistant coaches under head coach Zaheer Khan. Announcing the appointments on Tuesday, the five-time champions also thanked outgoing support staff members Michael Hussey, Eric Simons, Rajiv Kumar, Tommy Simsek and Greg King for their contributions to the franchise. James Foster will continue as fielding coach, while Sridharan Sriram retains his role as assistant coach. Mohit, who began his IPL career with CSK, expressed his excitement at returning to the franchise where he enjoyed some of the most memorable moments of his playing career. It is an absolute pleasure to return to the franchise I once represented, and it feels like coming back home. I started my IPL career with CSK and it acted as the catalyst that propelled me into the national circuit. I have some wonderful memories with the Super Kings, especially winning the Purple Cap award and the 2014 CLT20 title. I look forward to sharing my inputs and work alongside Head Coach Zaheer Khan, he said. The 38-year-old represented India in 34 international matches and has taken 134 wickets in 120 IPL appearances. He won the Purple Cap in 2014 after claiming 23 wickets and was part of CSKs Champions League T20-winning squad that year. Morkel, meanwhile, returns to the franchise with which he won IPL titles in 2010 and 2011, along with the Champions League T20 in 2010. The former South African all-rounder represented his country in more than 100 international matches. I share a special bond with the Super Kings family. The sound of the fans and the whistles at Chepauk is something that has reverberated in my ears since my playing days. I have special memories at Chennai Super Kings, both on and off the field. I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with the youngsters in the team, Morkel said. Batty completes the trio of new appointments. The former England cricketer, who represented his country in 20 international matches, previously coached Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024. He has also claimed 682 wickets and scored 7,399 runs in first-class cricket. I am excited to join the Chennai Super Kings coaching setup. I have been following the exploits of one of the most adored and respected cricket franchises in the globe and I consider it an absolute pleasure to be working with some of the best minds in the game. I am looking forward to this new chapter, Batty said. Batty completes the trio of new appointments. The former England cricketer, who represented his country in 20 international matches, previously coached Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024. He has also claimed 682 wickets and scored 7,399 runs in first-class cricket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | Ranchi, Oct 27 (IANS) Devpalik Gupta, a 21-year-old digital communication manager for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, who went missing from a train from Ranchi to Patna, was found dead under suspicious circumstances. According to Jan Suraaj, Devpalik went missing from a train while travelling from Ranchi to Patna on Monday. He was found dead on Tuesday afternoon in a forested area near Muri Junction in Ranchi. Kumar Saurabh Singh, a national spokesperson for Jan Suraaj, confirmed that his body has been discovered and stated that the police are investigating the matter. However, it remains to be seen whether this was an accident or a criminal act. Originally from Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh and an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Delhi, Devpalik Gupta held a key role in managing digital media for the Jan Suraaj party. According to his family and colleagues, he was travelling to Patna on Monday aboard the Ranchi-Patna Jan Shatabdi Express (Train No. 12366), occupying seat 50 in coach C-2, accompanied by two associates. At around 3 p.m. that day, shortly before the train reached Muri station, he went toward the pantry car to place a food order but never returned to his seat. When his companions began searching for him after some time, they found his mobile phone switched off. A search was conducted throughout the train and at Muri station, with the assistance of the Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel, but no trace of him was found. Upon reaching Bokaro, the passengers filed a complaint via the 'Rail Madad' app. It is alleged that a jurisdictional dispute between the RPF and the Government Railway Police (GRP) caused a delay of over six hours in registering an FIR. Ultimately, the FIR was filed in Ranchi at 9 p.m. on Monday. Devpalik's colleagues have levelled serious allegations against the police administration, claiming they were lax during the initial hours and failed to conduct an intensive search operation throughout the night. Following the incident, Jan Suraaj national spokesperson Kumar Saurabh Singh took to X, tagging Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and the Ranchi district administration, and urged immediate action. Currently, a joint team of the police and the GRP has taken custody of the body and is completing the necessary legal formalities. Further investigation will be conducted based on the postmortem report.
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Chennai Super Kings: Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) continued their coaching overhaul ahead of the 2027 season, announcing the departure of strength and conditioning coach Greg King on Monday. Earlier on Monday, CSK had confirmed the exits of batting coach Michael Hussey, bowling coach Eric Simons, assistant batting coach Rajiv Kumar and long-serving physiotherapist Tommy Simsek. In an official announcement late in the evening on Monday, the franchise thanked King for his contribution to the teams physical preparation and performances across seasons. Every successful campaign is built on countless hours of preparation, discipline, and hard work. Greg King, your expertise in strength and conditioning has helped our Super Kings overcome physical challenges and perform at the highest level across seasons. We appreciate everything you have brought to the Yellow Army, Greg King, CSK said in a statement on its social media accounts. Kings departure adds to the list of changes in CSKs backroom staff as the franchise looks to reshape its coaching setup ahead of the next IPL season. The team has already appointed former India left-arm pacer Zaheer Khan as head coach and brought in former England off-spinner Gareth Batty as an assistant coach. Former India pacer Mohit Sharma is also set to take over as bowling coach, replacing Simons, who had been associated with the franchise since the 2018 IPL season. Simons, a former South African bowler, previously served as Indias bowling consultant between 2010 and 2012, a period that included the countrys triumph in the 2011 ODI World Cup at home. CSK acknowledged his contribution to the development of its bowling unit during his tenure. Simons has since joined Englands Test team as bowling coach, alongside former CSK fielding coach James Foster. Stephen Fleming, who stepped down after spending 18 years as head coach of the Chennai-based franchise, is also part of Englands coaching setup. Kumar, meanwhile, joined CSK in 2018 as fielding coach, replacing Steve Rixon, before taking on responsibilities as assistant batting coach. The former Jharkhand captain brought considerable coaching experience from the United Kingdom and had also led the state side in first-class cricket, with MS Dhoni among the players who played under his leadership. In its announcement of Kumars departure, CSK acknowledged his role in the teams preparation and player development. Kumar, meanwhile, joined CSK in 2018 as fielding coach, replacing Steve Rixon, before taking on responsibilities as assistant batting coach. The former Jharkhand captain brought considerable coaching experience from the United Kingdom and had also led the state side in first-class cricket, with MS Dhoni among the players who played under his leadership. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2027 Mini-Auction Set For December 16 In Goa
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He emphasised that players cannot afford to lose their focus after an expensive delivery or a difficult passage of play, particularly in a format where opportunities to recover are limited. The message out there is just to stay in every ball, every over, whether youre batting or bowling, because at the end of those 10 overs or the total of 20 overs, that last over is important. And if youve managed to save a run here or save a run there, that makes a huge difference in the end. So its just about making sure that you never really give up on an over or a delivery; you just got to make the next one count. And if we can just stay in every single over or every single ball, well have half a chance of competing at the end, he stated. The Arabian Aces will enter the competition with a squad featuring established international names, including Moeen Ali, Andre Russell and Liam Livingstone. However, Klusener acknowledged that assembling an experienced group was only the starting point, with his immediate priority being to ensure that each player is prepared to contribute from the outset. Obviously, it is an exciting time. Its a bit of a relaunch of, you know, the T10, and there are a couple of different franchises, a couple of different looks, owners. So its always exciting being part of that. Weve assembled a really nice, strong squad as well. But, you know, that doesnt necessarily guarantee results on the field. So its just got to make sure that, you know, everybody gets what they need and everybody, all those players, are in a space where they can perform on any given day. So most of the cricketers are coming from having been played. So in terms of preparation, hopefully just a couple of days to, I guess, get into what T10 is. But weve just got to make sure, from a coaching point of view, that people get what they need so that theyre in a position to perform the best they can. And fingers crossed, they do that, you know, when the games kick off, he added. The South African, who is entering his fifth season in the Abu Dhabi T10 circuit, said familiarity with several members of the squad could help the new franchise establish itself quickly. Having previously worked with some of the players in T10 and other franchise competitions, he expects the existing relationships to assist during a tournament in which teams have little time to find their rhythm. Ive done Abu Dhabi T10; this is my fifth season. So, Ive been with Moeen before in the same team, Liam Livingstone in the same team, and a number of others, not just maybe in T10, but in other T20 leagues around the world. So thats a step in the right direction. But its a new experience for everyone. Its a new team, and its always an exciting time. Hopefully, we can hit the ground running, because it is a short period; its two weeks or 10 days for the competition. So well need to hit the ground running. But it stands us in good stead. I know the players know me, most of them. So thats important in a short competition. Klusener previously served as head coach of Morrisville Samp Army, guiding the franchise to six victories in seven round-robin matches as it comfortably qualified for the playoff rounds. He has also worked with the Bangla Tigers as team director, giving him considerable experience of the demands of franchise cricket in the competition. Beyond the immediate challenge of building a competitive team, Klusener believes the lessons players learn in T10 can prove valuable in other formats, particularly when it comes to responding to setbacks. Its just about making sure that you never give up on an over if youre bowling or that youve never really got into a position where youve got enough runs. Thats what T10 really teaches cricketers: that its the very next ball that counts if youve gone for runs or youve gone for boundaries before that. Its important that the very next ball you can still have an impact on the outcome of the game. Beyond the immediate challenge of building a competitive team, Klusener believes the lessons players learn in T10 can prove valuable in other formats, particularly when it comes to responding to setbacks. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
IPL 2027: Mini auction set for December 16 in Goa
The IPL 2027 mini-auction will take place in Goa on December 16, clashing with an India vs Sri Lanka ODI, following the November 15 franchise retention deadline
IPL 2027 Auction To Be Held in Goa on December 16
The auction will be held nearly a month after the retention deadline of November 15, which the IPL has communicated to the franchises
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Klusener Says Consistency Key For South Africa After Australia Test Turnaround
Abu Dhabi T10 League: Former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener believes consistency with the bat will be crucial for South Africa as they look to build on their emphatic response against Australia in the ongoing Test series, saying the teams World Test Championship triumph has already demonstrated their credentials but sustained contributions from the batting unit remain essential. South Africa bounced back from a heavy defeat in the opening Test in Durban with an innings victory in Gqeberha to level the series, setting up a decisive third contest. Klusener, currently serving as the head coach of the Arabian Aces in the Abu Dhabi T10 League, spoke to IANS on the sidelines of the tournament ahead of the series decider starting on Tuesday, assessing the Proteas response and the challenges facing both teams. For Klusener, South Africas success in the World Test Championship final against Australia had already answered questions about the teams ability to compete against the strongest opposition. The emphatic victory in the second Test, he said, further demonstrated the sides character, although he cautioned that one outstanding performance would not be enough to guarantee sustained success. The fact that South Africa won the World Test Championship really tells you that theyre a good team. There was obviously some talk that they hadnt played Australia and probably India enough. So, its nice to see that weve been able to silence a few critics. Obviously, theres a game to go. Were all looking forward to that tomorrow. But theyre a serious team. And to be able to bounce back and beat Australia by an innings as well just shows you the character, the challenges. Its always about scoring enough runs. Temba was outstanding, 170-odd in the last Test match. Theyll be looking to themselves, looking inwardly to make sure that more batters are contributing. Exciting things, obviously, two spinners and Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer, so we have those options. And then there are enough fast bowlers there to trouble any team. Theres a lot of good ingredients, but consistency is the key going forward, Klusener told IANS. South Africas victory in Gqeberha was built on a commanding batting performance led by captain Temba Bavuma, whose substantial contribution helped put the team in a position to dictate terms. Klusener identified the need for other batters to provide similar support, arguing that the presence of a strong bowling attack must be matched by reliable run-scoring across the series. He also highlighted the combination of spin and pace available to the Proteas, with Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer offering options in the slower-bowling department alongside a fast-bowling unit capable of challenging any opposition. Australia, meanwhile, will be looking to respond after being dismissed for 99 in their first innings in Gqeberha. Klusener attributed the collapse to a combination of effective South African bowling and conditions that favoured the attack, while also pointing to the importance of batting application in Test cricket. I thought it was a combination of some really good bowling on conditions that probably suited the bowlers a little bit. I suppose Australia would go and look at themselves in terms of application in that situation. And even if they had managed to squeeze out another 80 or 90 runs, that could have well been the difference in that Test match in terms of just batting a little bit more time. So, margins even in Test cricket are small. Im sure both teams would have had a look at a few things and, hopefully, going to read the conditions right when they get that opportunity tomorrow. But yeah, exciting times. Both teams have had a few things to look at. Im sure theyve done that. And I think the quality of the cricket in the third Test was going to be even better than what weve seen so far, he said. Even a modest addition to Australias first-innings total, he suggested, might have changed the course of the second match, underlining the importance of patience and decision-making when conditions favour the bowlers. Beyond the immediate contest, Klusener believes the series has demonstrated why Test cricket continues to hold a distinctive place in the sport despite the growing influence of franchise leagues and shorter formats. Theres a balance. Test cricket is the ultimate examination of technique and character. And theres always going to be a place for that. But at the same time, the game is moving forward. We need to accommodate not only what cricketers want, but also what spectators want. And thats the shorter ball format of the game. The spinoffs from T20 cricket, for example, have been immense, not just from a spectator or from a monetary point of view. We see those benefits in Test cricket now. Im sure there are people that have come back to watch Test cricket because T20 has maybe sparked their interest. So the shorter format has most definitely impacted cricket in general in a big way, not just from a cricketing skills point of view, but from a spectator point of view as well, he opined. And thats the shorter ball format of the game. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Blow For Brisbane Heat As Jonassen Ruled Out Of WBBL 12
Big Bash League: In a major blow for Brisbane Heat, their former captain Jess Jonassen has been ruled out of the Women's Big Bash League 12 due to a hip complaint, the franchise confirmed on Monday. This would be the second straight disrupted season for Jonassen after the Aussie spinner missed four matches in the previous edition of the tournament due to a shoulder injury. Jonassen eyes a return to the field by New Year and was itterly disappointed to be missing out on the upcoming season, which gets underway on Thursday. Last year I was managing a shoulder injury and tried to play through until it got too much for me and was having an effect on both my own and the teams performances, as well as my mental health, Jonassen said in a club statement. We considered whether playing through injury was available again, but the advice was to have this period of recovery now, so I can be available for the rest of the season. The plan is to be back training in December and be ready to play again in our next WNCL fixture, Jonassen added. Meanwhile, Heat coach Mark Sorell conceded that the legendary spinner's absence would be a blow, but the franchise would lean on her for planning. Were obviously pretty devastated for JJ, Sorell said. She has a good attitude to these sorts of things, and naturally well wrap our arms around her this week as we get ready to play. Well lean into her experience around the group while she recovers and it will be a good chance for us to work with her around our match day planning, he added. Heat are currently in negotiations for finding a replacement for her with an international player. The announcement is expected to be made before Heat's tournament opener against Sydney Sixers on Friday, the club confirmed. Well lean into her experience around the group while she recovers and it will be a good chance for us to work with her around our match day planning, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2027 mini-auction set to clash with India vs Sri Lanka ODI, trading window closes on November 15
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Save The Date! IPL 2027 Auction To Be Held On Dec 16 In Goa
The December 16 auction will follow the November 15 retention deadline communicated to all 10 IPL franchises.
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SA20: Bavumas Game Has Changed, Hes A Different Cricketer, Says Pretoria Capitals Coach Pollock
SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith: Pretoria Capitals assistant coach Shaun Pollock believes South Africas Test and ODI captain Temba Bavuma has evolved into a different cricketer over the past 18 months and is confident of him making a big contribution to the side in Season five of the SA20. Bavuma was the final player picked at the SA20 season five Player Auction, with Pollock raising the paddle to secure the experienced top-order batter at his base price. Bavuma, 36, has not played in the league since its second edition, when he was part of the Sunrisers Eastern Cape squad that won back-to-back titles. He will now look to help the Capitals, who have finished runners-up twice in four seasons, go one step further. I think Tembas game has changed. I think hes a different cricketer than he was 18 months ago. I think he has a very common understanding about how he goes about his business. And to have him from a leadership perspective, just in the background, you know, depending on how much he plays, well have to wait and see. But just to have him part of the set-up, I think will be fantastic, Pollock, the former South Africa captain, said in a statement by the tournament on Monday. He also felt that Bavumas experience would be invaluable to a young Pretoria Capitals squad. Temba, an international cricketer whos going to be playing against the best in the world for the next few months, going to come off a one-day series against England, has been part of two winning SA20 campaigns, and the international experience he brings, I mean, is wonderful. We love to get young guys in and give them opportunities. But the standard of cricket is very high. And you can never underestimate the value of someone whos played international cricket against the best bowlers in the world and what theyre capable of. Bavuma said he was happy to be back in the league, this time with a franchise close to home. Yeah, thats quite cool. I was looking forward to my January break. But yeah, its cool to be back in the mix with the guys. Not too far from home, Pretoria, led by Keshav (Maharaj) over there. So yeah, I look forward to being a part of that team. Hopefully, well be able to go all the way this year, next year. SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith welcomed Bavumas return and praised him for putting his name forward for the auction. Temba has probably been the most consistent player in one-day and Test matches for South Africa over the last two years. I think he knows his game really well now. And probably at a time when he was thinking about not playing much of a role in T20, being brave enough to put his name in the auction, credit to him. I think getting picked up by Dada (Sourav Ganguly) and Polly, I think its going to be wonderful to have him a part of the tournament again. SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith welcomed Bavumas return and praised him for putting his name forward for the auction. Temba has probably been the most consistent player in one-day and Test matches for South Africa over the last two years. I think he knows his game really well now. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Crickets Been A Really Fantastic Escape': Gardner After 'challenging' Marriage Breakdown Period
Big Bash League: Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has opened up on the cheating allegations that rocked her personal life, calling the marriage breakdown period challenging and saying that cricket's been a fantastic escape for the all-rounder. Garner's estranged wife, Monica Wright, had alleged the Aussie star had an affair with teammate Georgia Voll in July this year. Gardner is now in a relationship with Voll. The Aussie vice-captain spoke on the issue for the first time ahead of the upcoming Women's Big Bash League, which gets underway on Thursday with Gardner's Sydney Sixers in action on Friday against Brisbane Heat. Crickets been a really fantastic escape its been a bit of a shining light, Gardner, the Sydney Sixers captain, said as quoted by the Sydney Morning Herald at the franchise's season launch on Monday. Its obviously been challenging. Yes, its my private life, but I guess these things become more of a public matter, she added. The revelation from Wright came after Australia won the T20 World Cup earlier this year and before Gardner was to lead the Trent Rockets in the Women's Hundred the following month, where she captained the side to the title. She called these wins great and thanked the people who helped her during this time. Being able to win the World Cup and have success in the Hundred campaign as well (was great). Ive had some fantastic people around me to be there when Ive needed them. I think crickets been great for that because I know the people around me support me. They know the type of person I am. Im always trying to be the best teammate I can be in whatever team I represent. Being able to captain a couple of sides throughout that period as well certainly draws me back to focusing on other people as well. Obviously, theres stuff going on in my life, but I think being able to show up for my teammates and for the clubs I represent is the most important thing I can do. Hopefully, my performances showcase that, she added. The 29-year-old stated that she had been able to compartmentalise the controversy surrounding her personal life, but some moments had a toll on her. There were certainly days that it was tough, she said. Thats my job at the end of the day. Life still happens (and it is about) being able to put my full focus into whatever I guess was needed from me, and thats obviously cricket. It was about being able to focus on having really good relationships with my teammates as well, because theyre ultimately going to be there to see the good days, to see the bad (ones). Ive made some fantastic friends throughout my career and certainly being able to rely on them at times (was helpful). When youve got a platform, you have a platform. Cricket has been one of those things that has brought me back to why Im here, she added. The all-rounder opened up on the learnings she took from the period and what responsibilities a renowned Australian player has to fulfil. Being a role model, people look up to you and whether thats your reputation and things like that. There are so many things to take out of whats happened, Gardner said. I dont really need to go into detail of the specific learnings, but I think just being able to rely on people has been a massive thing because I feel like sometimes you dont realise the support you need until you really need it. The all-rounder opened up on the learnings she took from the period and what responsibilities a renowned Australian player has to fulfil. Being a role model, people look up to you and whether thats your reputation and things like that. There are so many things to take out of whats happened, Gardner said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
