Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket with 229 wickets in 13 years
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Shami Brings Down Curtain on 13-Year Test Career
Mohammed Shami retired from Test cricket after a 13-year career, finishing with 229 wickets in 64 matches, six five-wicket hauls and a legacy built on reverse swing.
Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket, to continue playing white-ball formats
The 36-year-old claimed 229 wickets from 64 Test matches
WTA Chennai Open: Montgomery snaps Maayas memorable run, Indian challenge ends
India A vs New Zealand A Live Score, 3rd Unofficial Test Day 1 Updates
India A vs New Zealand A Live Score, 3rd Unofficial Test: The first two games ended in draws.
In a landmark domestic cricket update, 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed as Bihars captain for their opening two matches of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2026. Sooryavanshi will lead the state side in Indore against Saurashtra on 14 November and Railways on 16 November. The decision comes after regular skipper [] The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Opener; Nitish Rana Dropped from Delhi Squad appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mohammad Shami, ace Indian pacer, announces retirement from Test cricket
Mohammad Shami, ace Indian pacer, announces retirement from Test cricket. More to follow...
Mohammed Shami Included In Bengal Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Out-of-favour India pacer Mohammed Shami has been included in Bengal's 19-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beginning November 14.
Gangulys Iconic 2002 NatWest Final Shirt To Be Displayed At MCA Museum In Mumbai
MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum: The shirt Sourav Ganguly famously waved from the Lords balcony after Indias NatWest Series triumph in 2002 will go on display in Mumbai this month. The iconic shirt is part of a special exhibition of artefacts from the MCC Museum, which will be open to the public on November 14, 15 and 17. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has teamed up with the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to bring the collection to the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Alongside Gangulys ODI shirt, the exhibits include Sachin Tendulkars ODI jumper, MS Dhonis ODI shirt, Rahul Dravids Test shirt and Anil Kumbles ODI cap. A medal from the 1982 Jubilee Test between England and India will also be on show. All the items are preserved by the MCC Museum and are linked to some of the most memorable players and moments in Indian cricket. An MCC spokesperson said the club was pleased to share its collection with fans in Mumbai. Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is delighted to be collaborating with the Mumbai Cricket Association on this special display at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. The MCC Museum at Lords has made great efforts in recent years to develop its collections to reflect the enthusiasm for cricket held by millions of fans across the globe. The opportunity to display some of its treasured artefacts to the knowledgeable audience of Mumbai and to help build engagement for this new museum development in one of crickets great centres is not to be missed, said the MCC spokesperson. MCA president Ajinkya Naik thanked the MCC for being a part of this collaboration. The Mumbai Cricket Association is honoured to partner with the Marylebone Cricket Club for this special exhibition at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. We are grateful to MCC for sharing these priceless treasures and supporting our efforts to build a world-class cricket museum that preserves and celebrates the heritage of the sport for future generations, he said. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
44 And Not Done Yet! Anderson Eyes Another County Chapter
At 44, James Anderson is exploring a 2027 move to Surrey after Lancashire declined to renew his contract, with the veteran fast bowler keen to extend his illustrious career.
Jemimah Hits 47-ball Ton As Mumbai Top Group D, Advance In Senior Womens T20 Super League
Gujarat College Cricket Ground: Jemimah Rodrigues smashed a 47-ball 107 as Mumbai thrashed Pondicherry by 83 runs to take the top spot in Group D of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy on net run rate and book their place in the Super League. Mumbai and Delhi both finished the league stage with 20 points, but Mumbais superior net run rate put them on top. Delhi, who beat Jharkhand by six wickets, have also made it to the next round. Jemimah was at her attacking best against Pondicherry. She hit 16 fours and two sixes in her knock, which powered Mumbai to 213/2 after they batted first. Humairaa Kaazi gave her solid support with 82 off 57 balls, including hitting 13 fours. Pondicherry were never in the hunt and finished 83 runs short. The margin of victory proved important, as the group was decided on net run rate. The eight teams in the Super League have been split into two groups. Karnataka, Baroda, Vidarbha and Delhi make up Group A, while defending champions Maharashtra, Andhra, Railways and Mumbai are in Group B. All the Super League matches will be played in Ahmedabad -- at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A and Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, from November 14 to 18. The matches in Ahmedabad will start at 9 am, 11 am, 1.30 pm and 4.30 pm across the two venues. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Delhi will face Vidarbha in their opening game on November 14, followed by taking on Baroda and Karnataka on November 16 and 18, respectively. Teams in the Super League will be ranked on points. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India A vs New Zealand A Live Streaming, 3rd Unofficial Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
With the first Test in Wellington from November 19, Jasprit Bumrah will be looking to make the most of his time in the middle against New Zealand A.
Patil, Sisodia, Pandey Return As Karnataka Name Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground: Batters Rohan Patil, Luvnith Sisodia and Manish Pandey have returned to Karnatakas squad for the first three matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) announced on Friday. Smaran R. will captain the side after returning from New Zealand, where hes with the India A red-ball team. Senior players Mayank Agarwal and Shreyas Gopal, who led Karnataka to victories in their last two Ranji Trophy matches as stand-in captain, have been left out. Both struggled in last seasons Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy -- Mayank scored 135 runs in seven games, while Shreyas made just 25 runs and took five wickets with his leg-spin. Pandey, who was named among the probables, returns to the senior side after two years. Patil and Sisodia make a return to the team after last playing T20 games for them in 2022. The tournament is a big opportunity for Manvanth Kumar L, who had a satisfactory outing in the first leg of the Ranji Trophy hitting two centuries and picking a three-for. A strong show in the shortest format could also put him in contention for an IPL contract after being a part of Delhi Capitals in the 2025 season. Karnatakas batting looks strong on paper, with Karun Nair, Abhinav Manohar and Smaran adding further depth. With so much firepower, the side will hope to do better this season. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. In Elite Group A, Karnataka will first take on Bengal on November 14, before facing Uttar Pradesh (November 16), Mizoram (November 18) and Jharkhand (November 20) at the Wankhede Stadium. Their remaining group games are against Chandigarh (November 22), Rajasthan (November 24) and Baroda (November 26) at the Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Nepal To Host Crucial World Cup Qualifier Play-Off From December 4
Eight teams, including hosts Nepal, Canada and United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be vying for the last four spots in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2027 when they begin their campaign in the round-robin Qualifier Playoff to be played in Kathmandu from December 4 to 21.
Anderson in talks with Surrey to extend county career
Seamer on verge of extending career with move south, following Lancashire axe
Sourav Ganguly's Iconic Jersey From NatWest 2002 Final To Be On Display At MCA Museum
Sourav Ganguly's jersey, which the former Indian captain famously waved from the balcony at the Lord's in 2002, will be among the precious items on display at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum on November 14, 15 and 17.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Appointed Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026; Check Full Squad
New batting star Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been named as the captain of the Bihar senior cricket team in the first two games of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026. This is going to be Suryavanshi's first experience in leading a senior
English Cricketer, Dubbed 'Clicky Ponting' After Viral Cheating Scandal, Banned For 2 Years
An amateur cricketer in England has been banned for two years in a cheating scandal caught on video. The allegations came to light in July when a video showed a fielder clicking his fingers to imitate the sound of a bat connecting with the ball before a player is called out.
Nitish Rana Dropped From Delhi Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Former captain Nitish Rana was on Friday dropped from Delhi's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beginning on November 14.
Two-month break an opportunity and a challenge: TN coach Yo Mahesh
The TN coach feels the gap could disrupt the teams momentum but provides a chance to plug a few holes; skipper Sai Kishore happy with seamers performance
Abu Dhabi T10: Captains Gear Up For New Era As Season Starts With Triple-header
Abu Dhabi Sports Council: The captains of the six franchises came together for the pre-tournament press conference. Setting out their ambitions for the season ahead in the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 as crickets fastest format begins on Saturday. Before the action begins, team captains Kieron Pollard, Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, Fakhar Zaman and Moeen Ali shared their thoughts on title defences, team identity and the demands of the 10-over game. The season opens with a triple-header on Saturday as defending champions UAE Bulls take on Yas Lions in the opening match, and the Royal Desert Champions face the Emirates Eagles early in the evening. This will be followed by United Tigers meeting newcomers Arabian Aces in the night match to conclude the hectic day. Kieron Pollard, whose UAE Bulls begin their title defence against the Yas Lions, said: Its always tougher to defend a title. When youre the reigning champions, youre the team to beat. But everybody starts fresh tomorrow. Its a new season, and were all excited to get our campaign going on the right note. On the importance of setting the tone early, the Yas Lions Jason Holder said: Its crucial to start well, especially in a format like this, but weve seen how you can always turn things around in this format. We have a great group of guys, and were all raring to go tomorrow. On what makes the 10-over format particularly challenging for captains, the Royal Desert Champions Nicholas Pooran said: Things move very quickly in this format. It adds to the excitement, but it means you make judgement calls in a short span, and right or wrong, you dont have time to dwell. As a captain, its important to support the team so they can execute their skills. On balancing power-hitting and bowling, the Emirates Eagles Rovman Powell said: If you want to go all the way, which is undoubtedly our goal this season, you have to nail both departments. Weve got the right balance in the squad. The senior players need to lead the way, and guys like Shimron Hetmyer and Trent Boult will play a huge role. On what will be his teams biggest strength this season, the United Tigers Fakhar Zaman said: We have no shortage of talent in our team. We have multiple match-winners, and thats a factor that sets us apart. It helps that many of us are already familiar with each other, and the young guys are gelling well. Were thrilled for the new season. On the identity the Arabian Aces want to establish as a new franchise, Moeen Ali said: We want to be a franchise that players are proud to represent, built on a culture of excellence. Absolutely, well fight hard and look to showcase our skills, but we also want every player to grow during their stint with the team. The 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 runs from 720 November at Abu Dhabis celebrated Zayed Cricket Stadium. It is the first full tournament since Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) took majority ownership of the event, supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB). The format stays the same: high-intensity 10-over matches, international star power and nail-biting finishes. On the identity the Arabian Aces want to establish as a new franchise, Moeen Ali said: We want to be a franchise that players are proud to represent, built on a culture of excellence. Absolutely, well fight hard and look to showcase our skills, but we also want every player to grow during their stint with the team. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Clicky Ponting' Banned Over Cricket Cheating Scandal
An amateur cricketer dubbed Clicky Ponting has been banned for two years and his team punished heavily after a cheating scandal that made global headlines. Brian Devine was caught apparently clicking his fingers while fielding during a match for Saltburn Cricket Club's second XI, to trick the umpire into thinking the batsman had edged the ball. He was given the nickname Clicky Ponting in reference to the former Australia captain, Ricky. The North Yorkshire and South Durham league launched an investigation after the incident came to light in July, attracting millions of views online. There were further complaints regarding previous matches and the probe included player interviews, written statements and a detailed review of video footage. Devine has now been suspended from playing, coaching, umpiring, scoring and managing junior teams at all levels until September 29, 2028. Saltburn's second XI have been relegated, handed a 60-point deduction for the 2027 season and fined 300 ($400). Devine and Saltburn admitted the charges but the club appealed against their sanction. Saltburn said in a statement reported on gazettelive.co.uk: The club fully participated in the disciplinary proceedings and accept the decision of the appeal following the original decision from the league. In a statement to the Press Association, the league said: The league recognises the strain this has placed on many people, especially those who were abused online and in person. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We ask everyone to respect that the formal process is now complete. The league will make no further comment.
Bennett ton, lower-order resistance put Zimbabwe on top
Afghanistan responded with a promising batting effort with Atal and Rahmanullah scoring a fifty each, trimming the deficit to 391
Mahmud's 6-90 Restricts West Indies In Second Bangladesh Test
Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud claimed 6-90 for hosts Bangladesh on Friday as they bowled out West Indies for 356 on the second day of the second Test in Sylhet. But the hosts ended the day struggling at 88-3, still 268 runs behind the visitors' first innings score. Bangladesh, who lost opener Shadman Islam to an ankle injury, reached the close with Towhid Hridoy unbeaten on 29 and Mushfiqur Rahim on 19. Mahmud set a new record for Bangladesh pace bowlers with his fifth five-wicket haul in Tests, surpassing the mark he had previously shared with Shahadat Hossain. He was ably supported by his fellow opening quick Taskin Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who took two wickets each. Amir Jangoo was the top scorer for West Indies and hit 133 off 212 balls, with key contributions by debutant Kevin Wickham (61) and Justin Greaves (51). Whenever we play in Sylhet, there is usually movement and overcast conditions, which tend to favour fast bowlers, Mahmud said after the day's play. But this wicket probably became quite flat after the first one or two hours and was good for batting. Mahmud said Bangladesh were optimistic about their chances. If Mushfiqur and Hridoy can continue this partnership, I think we can reduce their lead. The wicket is still good, and if the batters can apply themselves, I think we can get the job done. But Jangoo believes West Indies posted a competitive total. Our objective was to get past 400, so we are probably disappointed, said Jangoo. Bangladesh bowled beautifully, and we knew the second new ball would be dangerous, he added. But we will still be pleased with scoring more than 350 runs. - Bishop survives hat-trick ball - West Indies resumed the second day on 235-4, with Jangoo unbeaten overnight on 111 and Greaves on 35. The pair continued to chip away at the Bangladesh attack before the hosts took the second new ball. Mahmud then found movement and bounce to surprise Jangoo, who departed after more than five hours at the crease, having struck 13 fours and two sixes. Mahmud struck again off the next ball when captain Roston Chase edged to wicketkeeper Litton Das, creating a hat-trick opportunity. New batter Joshua Bishop survived the hat-trick ball after a review overturned an lbw decision, denying Mahmud a second Test hat-trick. He had achieved the feat against Afghanistan in the UAE in October. Mahmud missed a caught-and-bowled opportunity when Bishop was on nine before removing him for 23 with the help of Litton, who completed a stumping. Miraz then bowled Greaves for 51 to reduce West Indies to 301-8. Shamar Joseph and Jomel Warrican frustrated Bangladesh before taking West Indies to lunch at 322-8. Mahmud broke their 22-run stand by dismissing Joseph for 16, leaving West Indies at 323-9. Warrican added another 33 runs with Jayden Seales before Miraz trapped Seales for 15 to end the innings, with Warrican unbeaten on 27. Bangladesh promoted lower-order batter Nayeem Hasan to open with Tanzid Hasan. But Nayeem edged Seales for five before Tanzid fell for 16 attempting to hit Greaves, leaving the hosts struggling at 22-2. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Hridoy tried to steady the innings, but Joseph broke their 29-run stand by removing Shanto for 18.
Mahmud: 'Beating a batter is quite a good feeling'
Fast bowler believes Bangladesh can take the lead against West Indies despite being 268 runs behind after the second day's play in Sylhet
Cricket could take backseat in wet Wellington
Rain threat hangs over the second ODI in Wellington
NZ vs IND 2nd ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
NZ vs IND 2nd ODI , Cricket Tips :Team India recorded a clinical win in the first game of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand. They won by five wickets and took a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series. Virat Kohli produced another match-winning knock in the chase. He scored a 35-ball fifty and finished with 74 off 51 balls. The Indian bowling unit stood tall, and the pacers took nine wickets among them. India will be confident going into the second game in Wellington. The second ODI will kick off at 7:30 AM IST on Saturday at Hnry Stadium. New Zealand will be aiming to make a comeback with a win to level the series. They know the conditions but need to address their batting issue. NZ vs IND: Match Details Date : November 7, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7:30 AM IST Venue : Hnry Stadium, Wellington NZ vs IND: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the game on the Sony Sports Networks. Fans can watch the game on the Sony LIV app or website. NZ vs IND: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches: 124 New Zealand: 52 India : 64 No-result: 8 NZ vs IND: Ground Pitch Report Hnry Stadium has a batting-friendly wicket in the T20I series. But the wicket for the second ODI might be in favor of bowlers. The overcast conditions will aid the fast bowlers, and the toss will be important. Bowling first will be an advantage here. NZ vs IND: Predicted XIs New Zealand : Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Mitch Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy, Blair Tickner India : Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh NZ vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli displayed what he can do on these wickets. He will be India's biggest weapon in the game. For New Zealand, Daryl Mitchell will be the key. He has excellent numbers against India. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh and Jacob Duffy bowled well in the first game. They used the conditions well and were excellent. Today Match Prediction : India have the momentum, and they will start the second ODI as favorites. NZ vs IND Match 2nd ODI, Today Match NZ vs IND, NZ vs IND Prediction, NZ vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for New Zealand vs India Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Ishant Sharma Picked, Nitish Rana Left Out Of Delhis Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Veteran fast bowler Ishant Sharma has been named in Delhis 16-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while experienced left-handed batter Nitish Rana has been left out, said the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) on Friday. The squad was picked at a meeting of the senior mens selection committee held at the DDCA premises on Friday afternoon. Selectors K. Bhaskar Pillai, Manu Nayar and Praveen Gupta were present, along with head coach Vijay Dahiya, Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) chairman Sarandeep Singh and DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma. Ishants selection is a clear sign that the senior right-arm pacer, who has played more than 100 Tests, is keen to carry on playing domestic white-ball cricket for Delhi. His experience should also be valuable for fellow fast bowlers Mayank Yadav, Harshit Rana, and Simarjeet Singh. IANS understands that Rana might play one game for Delhi in order to see if hes fully fit after undergoing extensive rehab at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Rana has been named in the India A squad for the Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup, to be played in the 50-over format from November 19 to 29 in Doha, Qatar. Rana has not played any cricket since a hamstring injury sustained in the third T20I against England, which ruled him out of the series. He was a conditional pick for the T20Is against Afghanistan and the Asian Games, but Rana suffered a left quadriceps strain during a match simulation at the CoE on September 7, which in turn extended his rehab period. Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni will lead Delhi in the tournament and will open their Elite Group B campaign against Jammu and Kashmir in Indore on November 14. Badoni ended the first phase of the Ranji Trophy as the second-highest run-scorer with 559 runs in four games, coming at an average of 111.8, including hitting 210 not out and 217 against Gujarat and Jharkhand, respectively. The spin options include leg-spinner Suyash Sharma and mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi, while Mayank Rawat and Keshav Dabas are the all-rounders. In the batting department, Badoni will be joined by opener Priyansh Arya, former India U-19 captain Yash Dhull, Himmat Singh, Sarthak Ranjan and Ayush Doseja. Anuj Rawat and Tejasvi are the two wicketkeepers in the side. After the opening game, Delhi will face Punjab on November 16, before taking on Bihar (November 18), Saurashtra (November 20), Haryana (November 22), Tamil Nadu (November 24) and Railways (November 26). Delhi won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy only once in the 2017/18 season under Pradeep Sangwans leadership. The spin options include leg-spinner Suyash Sharma and mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi, while Mayank Rawat and Keshav Dabas are the all-rounders. In the batting department, Badoni will be joined by opener Priyansh Arya, former India U-19 captain Yash Dhull, Himmat Singh, Sarthak Ranjan and Ayush Doseja. Anuj Rawat and Tejasvi are the two wicketkeepers in the side. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
SMAT: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed Bihar captain
At 15, he is set for his first captaincy stint in official cricket
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Bihar are in Group B alongside Delhi, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Railways, Saurashtra and Tamil Nadu
'It's all about sticking to my strengths' - Jangoo backs his instincts after Sylhet ton
He attributes this impressive run to an unwavering belief in his approach
Teenage Run Machine Sooryavanshi Gets Captaincy Call
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed captain of Bihar's senior team for the initial two matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting November 14. Suraj Kashyap will serve as vice-captain. Sooryavanshi, known for his IPL and India T20I performances, will lead Bihar in Group B, with their first match against Saurashtra in Indore.
Prendergast To Miss Emerging Nations Trophy As Ireland Include Two Uncapped Players
ICC Emerging Nations Tournament: Orla Prendergast will not be part of Irelands squad for the upcoming ICC Womens Emerging Nations Trophy in the UAE, as Cricket Ireland has allowed the star seam-bowling all-rounder to skip the tournament and continue to play in the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) in Australia. In Orlas absence, Amy Hunter has been named vice-captain of the 14-member squad led by Gaby Lewis. The squad also includes two uncapped players, Zara Craig and Abbi Harrison, while Lara Maritz has made a comeback to the team. Recognising a likely clash between the WBBL and the ICC Emerging Nations Tournament, the consideration was focused on what was best for Orlas game and development. The collective agreement was that the WBBL experience would elevate Orlas game, which, in turn, would benefit Cricket Ireland on the field with an ICC Womens Cricket World Cup Qualification campaign already underway and qualification for the T20 World Cup in 2028 already secured, said Graeme West, Cricket Irelands director of high performance, in a statement. Apart from Orla, Rebecca Stokell is not in the squad due to a voluntary suspension over a prescription medication breach, while Leah Paul has made herself unavailable and Christina Coulter Reilly is ruled out due to an injury. Zara, 23, is a seam-bowling all-rounder who plays for Eglinton and Phoenix. She came through Irelands age-group pathway and was in the squad for the 2023 Womens Under-19 T20 World Cup in South Africa. Abbi, a 20-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Waringstown, earned her first senior call-up after playing in the 2023 and 2025 Under-19 World Cups. An international debut would make her the fifth member of her immediate family to play for Ireland, after her great-uncles Garfield, Jim, Roy and Deryck. She has said, though, that her grandfather Barry has had the biggest influence on her cricket. Lara, 25, returns to the national side for the first time since 2021. The all-rounder made her debut in 2017 and has 43 caps. Kia McCartney, who has five ODI caps, is yet to play a T20I match. The 10-team event runs from November 12 to 25, and the Ireland squad leaves for the UAE on Sunday. This is the first edition of the expanded format. The previous tournament, won by Thailand, was open only to Associate nations, but this year five Full Members will take on five Associate countries. Ireland are in Group A with Sri Lanka, Scotland, Papua New Guinea and hosts UAE. Group B is made up of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, the Netherlands and Thailand. With no International cricket scheduled until March next year, the timing of the Emerging Nations Trophy provides our Performance Squad with the perfect opportunity to put the learning from the training programmes that have taken place over the last six weeks into high-level competition. The tournament itself offers our squad the opportunity to take on sides that share a similar goal of entering the top six ranked teams in the world, making for a very competitive event - just what we need as we build towards the next T20 World Cup in 2028. We have a few notable absentees from the squad we took to the T20 World Cup in June, but such absences provide opportunities for players that are progressing through the High Performance Pathway to showcase their talent and strengthen our pool of players capable of consistently producing impactful performances in international cricket, added West. Ireland open their campaign against Sri Lanka on November 12. They then play the UAE on November 13, before taking on Papua New Guinea on November 16 and Scotland on November 18. The Super Sixes will be played on November 20, 22 and 23, and the final will be played on November 25. We have a few notable absentees from the squad we took to the T20 World Cup in June, but such absences provide opportunities for players that are progressing through the High Performance Pathway to showcase their talent and strengthen our pool of players capable of consistently producing impactful performances in international cricket, added West. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed as Bihars captain for first two Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy games
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 6 (IANS) Teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain Bihars senior team for the first time after being named as their skipper for the opening two matches of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. While announcing a 17-member squad on Friday, the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) named Suraj Kashyap as the sides vice-captain. BCA president Harsh Vardhan said the role would aid Sooryavanshis development as a player. Vaibhav has already demonstrated tremendous talent, confidence and maturity at a young age, and this responsibility will provide him with another opportunity to grow as a cricketer and leader. We are hopeful that under Vaibhavs leadership, the team will deliver a disciplined, competitive and effective performance while representing the state in the upcoming season, he said. The captaincy comes on the back of a remarkable rise for Sooryavanshi. After making India win the 2026 Under-19 Mens Cricket World Cup by hitting 175 in the final and becoming Player of the Tournament, the left-handed batter became the leading run-getter in IPL 2026 while turning out for the Rajasthan Royals with 776 runs coming at a strike rate of 237.30. Those exploits earned him a place in the India T20I side, and he became the youngest international cricketer for the country by debuting in the second game against England in Manchester in July. In the recent third T20I against New Zealand, Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma put on 118 without loss in the first six overs - the highest powerplay total in mens T20Is. The pair added 133 for the opening wicket in just 43 balls. Sooryavanshi made 45 off 19 deliveries, while Abhishek smashed 113 off 38 balls. Overall, Vaibhav has scored 295 runs in ten T20Is at an average of 29.5 and strike rate of 185.53, including hitting two fifties. Bihars squad was finalised at a meeting of the BCAs senior mens selection committee on Friday, after trials held from November 4 to 6 and a review of past performances was done. Committee Chairman Harvinder Singh and member Amitabh Vijayvargiya attended the meeting, while selector S. Sarath joined via telephonic call. Mangal Mahour and pacer Sakib Hussain have also been picked, but subject to fitness. The selectors will assess them after the first two games before deciding whether they are available to play. Interestingly, the BCA has also named 16 standby players. Bihar will play their first two matches against Saurashtra and Railways in Indore on November 14 and 16 respectively. The support staff of the states Ranji Trophy team will remain with the side for the whole tournament, while Harvinder and Vijayvargiya will travel to Indore to watch the matches. Bihar squad: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (captain), Suraj Kashyap (vice-captain), Alok Kumar, Ayush Loharuka (wk), Altamash Ashraf, Param Kumar Singh, Anmol Kumar (wk), Ritwik Raj, Mayank Kumar, Raghvendra Pratap, Ashish Kumar, Vasudev Pratap Singh, Mohammad Izhar, Amod Yadav, Prashant Singh, Nawaz Khan, Himanshu Singh. Subject to fitness: Mangal Mahour, Shakib Hussain. Standbys: Bipin Saurabh, Suman Kumar, Akash Raj, Khalid Alam, Bhaskar Dubey, Kumar Rajnish, Suyash, Abhijeet Saket, Yashasvi Rishabh, Lakhan Raja, Pawan Kumar, Amit Chaudhary, Piyush Singh, Bhanu Kumar, Lokesh Babulal Kumar, Prashant Srivastava.
SMAT Shocker! Nitish Rana Dropped From Delhi Squad
Former Delhi captain Nitish Rana has been dropped from the state's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which begins on November 14. The Ayush Badoni-led team will see the inclusion of India pacer Mayank Yadav, alongside Harshit Rana and Ishant Sharma. Delhi is in Elite Group B and will play their matches in Indore, starting their campaign against Jammu and Kashmir.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Handed Captaincy Role In BCCI's National T20 Tournament
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named the captain of the senior Bihar men's team. He will lead the side in their first two matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
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Rashids Discipline, Ibrahims Consistency Drive Afghanistan U-19 Vice-captain Ihsas
Afghanistan Cricket Board: Rashid Khans discipline and Ibrahim Zadrans consistency are something Afghanistan mens Under-19 vice-captain Faridullah Ihsas wants to bring to his own game during the ongoing Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman. I admire Ibrahim Zadran for his consistency, dedication, and also Rashid Khan for his discipline, hard work, experience, and humanity. Ibrahim Zadran has shared his experiences with us. I havent met Rashid Khan yet, but Inshallah, I will meet him soon, Ihsas told IANS in an exclusive conversation facilitated by Sony Sports Network on Friday. Ihsas said his love for the game took root as a child while growing up in Khost, especially at a time when Afghanistan grew as a side in international cricket. When our Afghanistan team was in a good situation and began improving as a unit every day, I began supporting them. I have watched and played cricket since childhood and I love cricket. As the sides vice-captain, Ihsas wants to support his team and captain Sohail Khan at every step. Being named vice-captain is a great honour and responsibility for me. I want to support the captain and my teammates in every situation, as it is a great honour and responsibility for me to be in this leadership role. Afghanistan began their Asia Cup campaign with a convincing 113-run win over Bangladesh in their Group B game on Thursday. Amir Hamza (3-23), Noor Ali Niazai (3-29) and Samiullah Mubariz (3-11) were among the wicket-takers to defend the total of 231 by bundling out Bangladesh for 118 in 25.5 overs. Yesterday was too good because we won the match against Bangladesh at the start of the Asia Cup. It was very important because the start of the tournament should always happen with a win. It was a really good game for us. Yes, Afghanistan bowlers in yesterdays match bowled really well because in the first 10 overs, they took five wickets. It was a good bowling performance by them, he said. Though Ihsas made 15, he was pleased with the teams batting effort, led by Shah Faisal Rahimis 83. My batting performance was not that good, but our team performance with the bat was good. This is a good sign for us. Afghanistan arrived early in Oman for a bilateral series, and even faced off against Bangladesh last month, which means they come into the continental event on the back of serious game time. Before this Asia Cup, we played two series - one against Bangladesh and another one against Oman. We have adapted to the pitches, conditions and the weather because we came to Oman last month, added Ihsas. Ihsas, known for being technically sound and possessing a classical batting style, also praised head coach Rais Ahmadzais efforts in building the side with an eye on the 2028 Mens Under-19 World Cup. Our coach Rais Ahmadzai has very rich experience because he has been coaching Afghanistan mens teams for the last 13-14 years. Under his coaching in U-19 cricket, our Afghanistan team reached the semi-finals (in the 2024 and 2026 World Cups). He is sharing his experiences with us. We are happy with Rais Ahmadzai as he is a good coach, he said. Ihsas added that cricket was in good health back home. Everything in Afghanistan is good -- our pitches, conditions, grounds and weather -- because our national team under 19 and also A-teams, all the teams are in good form. With the opening win behind them, Ihsas signed off by saying the teams focus was now on going all the way to winning the trophy. Yesterdays match is finished, and we are thinking about the future matches. We are in good form. Our players are in good form. Also, we prepared well for this because we came here to Oman much before the Asia Cup started. We are coming off playing against Bangladesh and Oman, which means we are ready for this Asia Cup. Our goal is to win the title and Inshallah, we will get to win the trophy. With the opening win behind them, Ihsas signed off by saying the teams focus was now on going all the way to winning the trophy. Yesterdays match is finished, and we are thinking about the future matches. We are in good form. Our players are in good form. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Playoffs for Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier to commence in Nepal on Dec 4
Digital Desk | Dubai, Nov 6 (IANS) Eight teams, including hosts Nepal, Canada and United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be vying for the last four spots in the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2027 when they begin their campaign in the round-robin Qualifier Playoff to be played in Kathmandu from December 4 to 21. Hosts Nepal will take on Italy at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground on the opening day of the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier Playoff, with Namibia and Uganda contesting simultaneously at the Mulpani Cricket Ground. Canada, Kuwait, Jersey and the UAE are the other teams competing for the remaining slots in the 10-team Global Qualifier to determine the final four places at the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027. ICC General Manager Events and Operations, Gaurav Saxena, said: The Qualifier Play-off is a crucial stage in the pathway to the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, and I am sure all eight teams will be eager to seize this opportunity and secure a place in the next stage. Associate cricket is vital to the continued growth and global development of our sport. Competitions such as this provide teams with valuable opportunities to showcase their talent, gain experience and raise their standards. The progress these teams have shown in recent years is encouraging, and I am confident we will witness some exciting and competitive cricket. On behalf of the ICC, I wish all the teams the very best, he added. The teams already qualified for the Global Qualifier are Ireland and the West Indies, as the two highest-ranked teams outside the eight automatic World Cup qualifiers, excluding Full Member hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe. The USA, Scotland, the Netherlands and Oman have qualified directly from the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup League 2. Victory at the Global Qualifier will secure one teams direct entry to the Group Stage of the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, while the teams finishing second, third and fourth will enter the newly formed Super Series. The ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027 will be staged in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia from 2 October to 21 November, featuring 14 teams and 57 matches across 12 venues.
2nd ODI: India aim to extend lead as inexperienced pace attack faces another test
Digital Desk | Wellington, Nov 6 (IANS) India's inexperienced but promising pace attack will look to build on its impressive performance in the series opener and keep New Zealand's batters under pressure when the two sides meet in the second ODI at Hnry Stadium in Wellington on Saturday. India hold a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after their five-wicket win in the rain-affected first ODI in Auckland, with their fast bowlers providing the platform with a disciplined bowling effort. Pre-series doubts over India's comparatively unproven bowling stocks had been troubling, but Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj and Arshdeep Singh announced their presence in the first game. Brar, Kamboj and Singh's showing also indicated a marginal change in head coach Gautam Gambhir's reliance on all-rounders, with the team packing a four-prong pace attack. Although Arshdeep took the most wickets, Kamboj was India's best bowler, with 46 dot balls in his 10 overs. Though the other pacers mostly bowled into the pitch, Kamboj kept hitting Test match lengths and managing swing in his deliveries to challenge the New Zealand batsmen. He may also be thrown the ball next to Arshdeep, as he did in the first match with Auqib Nabi. The other four pacers were not able to take a single wicket, and if Siraj was fit to play, it would make room for the more experienced fast bowler. The Indian team, however, has been tight-lipped about its choices. In addition to the quicks having to adapt to a change of venue, their lengths may need to readjust as well. While Eden Park's shorter straight boundaries had called for the short ball, the dimensions of Hnry Stadium a particularly short square boundary may mean the fuller is better. His own team's batting will also be hoping for more from Rohit Sharma, who was dismissed for a duck in the first over of the series opener shortly after arriving in New Zealand on the back of a successful home series versus the West Indies. The other half of the thing was sitting in Auckland, scoring fluently to arrive at 74 runs off 51 balls. While Virat Kohli is at ease with an additional bounce, the same cannot be said of a few of his teammates. Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel had a dismal time against the short-ball barrage, with Iyer eventually nicking one to keep out a rising delivery. Both these batsmen will want to address these concerns soon enough. The New Zealand batters also looked to counter the quicks from India in the first game with a pull shot, but were largely unsuccessful skipper Mitchell Santner admitted after the game that his side had been short of feet against the extra bounce from the Indian bowlers. The hosts will be without key batsman Devon Conway after he was ruled out of the rest of the series following a blow to the head during a collision in fielding practice. It could also become something of a lottery if the weather plays ball on Saturday. Low-level drizzle in Wellington on Friday was enough to see both teams change their training plans. New Zealand trained at the indoor facilities at Wellington College, while India cancelled theirs altogether. There will be more rain on match day, according to AccuWeather, with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the first half and a 55 per cent chance in the second. As well as the tour opener, it was also rain-hit, with a 10-minute delay to the start time and India's target being reduced from 186 in 50 overs to 143 in 32 as the chase was interrupted twice. India then achieved the job, seven down Kohli's 74 and Kamboj's 2-22 earning him the Player of the Match award. The series will then shift to Hamilton for the third ODI on 10 November, after which the final two matches will be held at Mount Maunganui on November 13 and 15. When: Saturday, November 7 Where: Hnry Stadium Where to watch: The match will be telecast on Sony Sports Network and will be streamed on JioStar. Squads: India: Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (vc), KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan, Kuldeep Yadav, Naman Dhir. New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (captain), Tom Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Tom Latham (wk), Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Matthew Fisher, Matt Henry, Blair Tickner, Nathan Smith.
Ahmed Raza Appointed UAE Men's Head Coach After Lalchand Rajput's Exit
Former UAE captain Ahmed Raza has been appointed head coach of the country's men's team. Raza comes into the top role as Lalchand Rajput stepped down after almost three years in charge.
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Ahmed Raza Appointed As UAE Mens Head Coach After Lalchand Rajput Quits
Cricket World Cup League Two: Former UAE captain Ahmed Raza has been appointed head coach of the countrys mens team. Raza comes into the top role as Lalchand Rajput stepped down after almost three years in charge. In his playing days, Raza captained the UAE in 29 of his 53 ODIs, and in 27 of his 55 T20Is. He previously coached the UAE womens team for three years and has also worked with Dubai Capitals in the ILT20 and Southern Brave in The Hundred. Raza also served as head coach of Dubai Capitals in the Global Super League in Guyana in 2025. I am honoured to have been chosen for this exciting role and look forward to beginning my new innings. I want to thank the ECB for granting me this opportunity. As a former national captain, I fully understand what it means to represent the UAE at the highest level. The current team is full of highly skilled and experienced players as well as some exciting youngsters who will take the team forward. My aim will be to solidify some of the good work done in recent years and build further from there, said Raza in a statement on Friday. Razas first assignment will be the eight-team World Cup Qualifier Play-off in Kathmandu next month, where the UAEs ODI status will be on the line. The tournament clashes with the ILT20, so several players in the touring squad stand to miss out on lucrative contracts offered by the competition. Under Rajputs tenure, the UAE finished at the bottom of the Cricket World Cup League Two table, although they ended the campaign with three straight wins. The side also qualified for this years Mens T20 World Cup in India and last years Asia Cup held in their backyard, apart from a bilateral T20I series win over Bangladesh. My stint as UAE Mens Head Coach was very rewarding and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the team. I sincerely thank the Emirates Cricket Board, the management, players and support staff for their cooperation, trust and support throughout my tenure. It has been a rewarding experience, and I will always cherish the relationships and memories built during this journey. During my tenure, I am proud that we achieved some important milestones, including qualifying for the Asia Cup, the ICC T20 World Cup and securing a series win against Bangladesh. These achievements were the result of the collective efforts, commitment and hard work of the players, support staff and management. I firmly believe that UAE cricket has great potential, and I wish the team every success in its future endeavours. I hope the progress we have made will provide a strong foundation for continued success, said Rajput. Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) member Zayed Abbas thanked the outgoing coach and backed his successor to come good in future. The Emirates Cricket Board thanks Lalchand Rajput for his commitment, dedication and hard work with the UAE Mens National Team. We wish Lalchand the very best for his future endeavours. These achievements were the result of the collective efforts, commitment and hard work of the players, support staff and management. I firmly believe that UAE cricket has great potential, and I wish the team every success in its future endeavours. I hope the progress we have made will provide a strong foundation for continued success, said Rajput. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Aaryavir Sehwag Stars As India Crush Nepal By 10 Wickets In U-19 Asia Cup 2026
Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani hit strokeful half-centuries as an all-round India trounced Nepal by 10 wickets in their tournament opener of the U-19 Asia Cup one-day cricket tournament on Friday.
Hasan Mahmud Joins Nathan Lyon In Elite List With Sylhet Six-wicket Haul
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium: Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud continued his stellar Test form, taking a six-wicket haul in the second Test against West Indies at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Friday. Mahmud, who played a key role in Bangladesh's historic Test win over Australia in Darwin earlier in August, took 6-90 in the first innings of the second Test on Day 2, continuing his strong form. This was Mahmud's fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket, and all of them have come in different countries. This makes him just the second bowler, alongside Nathan Lyon, to have taken their first five Test five-fors in five different countries. Mahmud has taken fifers in Pakistan (5-43 vs Pakistan in Rawalpindi 2024), India (5-83 vs India in Chennai 2024), Australia (6-55 vs Australia in Darwin 2026), Abu Dhabi (5-55 vs Afghanistan 2026) and now Bangladesh (6-90 vs West Indies 2026). Before him, only Nathan Lyon had taken his first five Test fifers in five different nations. The Aussie great took his first five fifers in Sri Lanka (5-34 vs Sri Lanka 2011), West Indies (5-68 vs West Indies 2012, India (7-94 vs India 2013), Melbourne (5-50 vs England 2013) and South Africa (5-130 vs South Africa 2014) Mahmud has been one of the fastest-rising fast bowlers in the world. He took a hat-trick during the one-off Test against Afghanistan in October and became the first speedster from his country to take a hat-trick in the format. He came close to another hat-trick in the second Test against the West Indies, taking back-to-back wickets and nearly getting a third, but an inside edge off Joshua Bishop's bat saved the batter and denied the bowler a hat-trick. Mahmud has been one of the fastest-rising fast bowlers in the world. He took a hat-trick during the one-off Test against Afghanistan in October and became the first speedster from his country to take a hat-trick in the format. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
We Want To Be One Of The Fittest And Strongest Sides In The World: Brook
ODI World Cup: England captain Harry Brook has stressed the importance of improving the teams fitness and preparation standards as they begin their build-up towards next years ODI World Cup, ahead of their three-match series against Australia. With the World Cup 12 months away, its a good period now to really start to try and nestle down, hone in on the skills and the lessons that weve learned, Brook said, as quoted by Cricinfo. The key thing is to try and be one of the fittest and strongest sides in the world. To be able to try and dominate throughout that competition (World Cup), he added. England will begin their ODI series against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 13, with a preparatory one-day match against Western Australia scheduled at the revamped WACA ground. Brook also underlined the need to improve Englands preparations away from the field, while acknowledging that results cannot always be guaranteed. Obviously, whether you win or lose isnt always there. You can never guarantee that, but the off-fieldyou can guarantee the off-field preparation can be a lot better. Can really help towards winning games, he added. England have also been weighing their options in the spin department, with Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson competing for a place in the playing eleven. Speaking about Rashids recent omission from the side during the Pakistan series, Brook said the decision was influenced by the conditions. Hes been training the last few days. Hes good. Hes bowling nicely. The decisions to not play him have been typically condition-based. We felt that the left arm was more suitable to the conditions in Pakistan, as we saw throughout the series generally, he said. The England skipper also praised Australias emerging fast bowler Mahli Beardman, who is expected to feature against them in the upcoming fixtures. Hes got some pace behind him. Hes got a nice action as well. Looking forward to seeing what he can do out here, Brook said. The England skipper also praised Australias emerging fast bowler Mahli Beardman, who is expected to feature against them in the upcoming fixtures. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
After a poor showing in the Pakistan tri-series, England will play Australia next in a three-match ODI series . Ahead of that, captain Harry Brook opened up on their recent struggles and the objectives to tick ahead of the ODI World Cup 2027, which is now less than a year away.
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U-19 Asia Cup: Aaryavir Sehwag Blasts 70 as India Sink Nepal
India's U-19 cricket team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over Nepal in their U-19 Asia Cup opener. Half-centuries from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani, coupled with strong bowling performances from Ishan Sood and Arjun Rajput, led India to an easy win, chasing down Nepal's total of 128 with 185 balls to spare.
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Sehwag, Raichandani Fifties Help India Thrash Nepal By Ten Wickets In U-19 Asia Cup Opener
Al Amerat Cricket Ground: Aaryavir Sehwag and skipper Lakshya Raichandani struck unbeaten half-centuries as India thrashed Nepal by 10 wickets in their first Men's Under-19 Asia Cup match at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground here on Friday. Chasing a modest 129, Aaryavir and Raichandani finished off the runs in only 19.1 overs. Earlier, fast bowler Ishan Soods three-wicket burst with the new ball ensured Nepal were bowled out for 128 in 42.3 overs. After electing to bowl first on a pitch that carried a thin layer of grass, Sood moved the ball both ways and beat the bat repeatedly in an opening spell of six overs. That effort led to Sood picking three wickets as the Nepal batters struggled to get going. Sood finished with figures of 3-18 from his 10 overs bowled on the trot, including four maidens. Darsh Sonar (43 off 93 balls) steadied the innings after the early collapse by adding partnerships of 24 and 43 respectively with Niraj Yadav and Aashish Luhar to push Nepal past 100. Once Sonars partnership with Luhar was broken, Nepals lower order fell apart. Left-arm spinner Arjun Rajput took three wickets and Yashveer Goud had two scalps as Nepal were all out for 128. By the time Indias chase began, the new ball did not swing much. Aaryavir and Raichandani played out the first few overs carefully before they began hitting boundaries at regular intervals. Aaryavir, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, went after the Nepal spinners. He often stepped out of the crease to loft the ball down the ground and reached his half-century off just 34 balls. Raichandani was content in rotating the strike while Aaryavir took the attacking route, and later brought up his own fifty off 59 balls. The comprehensive victory completed with 185 balls remaining ensured India took to the top of Group A with two points and a net run rate of 4.170. India will next face arch-rivals Pakistan in their second Group A clash on Sunday. He often stepped out of the crease to loft the ball down the ground and reached his half-century off just 34 balls. Raichandani was content in rotating the strike while Aaryavir took the attacking route, and later brought up his own fifty off 59 balls. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former cricketer Virender Sehwag, stole the show with his blistering batting in the India As opening clash against Nepal A in the U19 Asia Cup 2026. His opening partner and captain,...
Like Father, Like Son: Aaryavir Sehwag's Explosive Fifty In U19 Asia Cup Leaves Fans In Awe
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HC: 'Doosra' Violated Ganguly's Rights, Orders Disclaimer
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the film Doosra prima facie violated cricketer Sourav Ganguly's personality rights. While refusing to halt its theatrical screening, the court ordered the filmmakers to add a disclaimer and furnish a bank guarantee of Rs 2 crore, noting the film commercially exploited Ganguly's identity.
'There Have To Be Sufficient Games': Nayar On Kohli's Chances Of Reaching 100 Centuries
ODI World Cup: Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Virat Kohli may not have enough matches left before the 2027 ODI World Cup to reach the landmark of 100 international centuries, despite expressing his wish to see the batting great achieve the milestone. Nayar and former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara discussed Kohli's chances of reaching the century mark, India's search for an all-rounder beyond Hardik Pandya in ODIs and the need to revive the 50-over format through multi-nation tournaments. Kohli holds the record for the most centuries in mens ODI cricket, with 55 hundreds to his name, having surpassed Sachin Tendulkars previous mark of 49. He reached his 50th ODI century during the 2023 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbais Wankhede Stadium, becoming the first batter to achieve the milestone in the format. I don't think there are enough games for him to reach that milestone. As much as I want him to, there have to be sufficient games for you to scale also. It's possible that he may continue to play after the World Cup as well, but I am considering the period till the World Cup. After the World Cup, his motivation might not be the same either. So I don't think there's enough time till the World Cup for him to get to that, Nayar told JioStar. The discussion also turned to India's plans to build depth in the ODI all-rounder department, with Nayar suggesting that the team should groom another option alongside Hardik Pandya. India should look at the future, where alongside Hardik Pandya, another all-rounder could play. When you go to New Zealand, it's possible that you have two such all-round options because Gautam Gambhir likes batters. If you groom another all-rounder, they can play together. And if India can play with two proper fast bowlers and two seam-bowling all-rounders, then the team balance looks completely different because you get depth. The second thing is, when you go to South Africa, that will come in handy because now you have more batting options, he said. It's fun because watching those series where you're playing the final to win the trophy is a very different feeling. Also, it builds you up and prepares you for big tournaments, and often, fan engagement increases. When you play for a trophy involving three or four nations, you can go up and down in the standings and every game matters. So, I feel there's nothing like tri-nation or quadrangular tournaments. Going back to Sharjah, when Sachin Tendulkar hit that shot against Australia to qualify, those are epic memories that get etched in your mind, Nayar added. Pujara, meanwhile, stressed the need to develop Nitish Kumar Reddy as a backup all-rounder, given the fitness concerns surrounding Hardik. When Hardik is fit, obviously he will be part of the playing XI. But you can't rely on just one player because he has some fitness concerns and isn't fit throughout the year. So, you need a like-for-like replacement. That's why I think the Indian team needs to groom Nitish Kumar Reddy. When Hardik is available, obviously he is the first choice, but you have a backup option in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pujara said. Pujara also supported the idea of bringing back tri-nation and quadrangular series, arguing that they would test teams against a wider range of opponents and help sustain interest in ODI cricket. When Hardik is fit, obviously he will be part of the playing XI. But you can't rely on just one player because he has some fitness concerns and isn't fit throughout the year. So, you need a like-for-like replacement. That's why I think the Indian team needs to groom Nitish Kumar Reddy. When Hardik is available, obviously he is the first choice, but you have a backup option in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pujara said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Keene, Lister, Sheat Ruled Out Of NZ As Final Red-ball Game Against India A
Bert Sutcliffe Oval: New Zealand A will be without three frontline pacers in Simon Keene, Ben Lister and Fraser Sheat for the third and final red-ball match against India A, as the trio have been ruled out due to their respective injuries. The final match starts on Saturday at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln University, after the first two games ended in draws. In a statement on Friday, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said Keene has a grade two tear in his left hamstring, while Sheat hurt his left side during the earlier fixtures against the visitors. The two are expected to be back in action for their domestic sides in three to four weeks. Meanwhile, Lister has been following a return-to-play programme after straining his right side during a training session with Auckland, and has not recovered in time for the series finale. As a result, Central Stags pacer Brett Randell and Zak Gibson of the Northern Districts have been retained in the squad, while Otago Volts seamer Danru Ferns has been called up as well. Tim Robinson will also stay on with the A side, as Henry Nicholls has moved to the main ODI squad. Gavin Larsen, the former Black Caps player currently with the A team, said he felt sad for the injured pacers. Its always disappointing to see any player out injured, but unfortunately its part and parcel of any sport. Simon and Fraser were impressive with the ball against a very good Indian side with a Test quality batting lineup. Ben worked hard to be available for this third match but unfortunately requires more time. We hope they all recover well and are back on the park soon. Larsen added that the A series has been a valuable one for the hosts, as it pushed the players hard. Weve seen several stand-out performances across the matches to date, which is encouraging. The two matches to date have been great games of cricket that have truly tested our players against extremely strong opposition. Its a reminder how valuable the A programme is in terms of preparing players for international cricket and offering them regular playing opportunities at a level above domestic cricket. India A, meanwhile, are expected to draft in Test series-bound players Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Prasidh Krishna and give them some valuable game time. Larsen added that the A series has been a valuable one for the hosts, as it pushed the players hard. Weve seen several stand-out performances across the matches to date, which is encouraging. The two matches to date have been great games of cricket that have truly tested our players against extremely strong opposition. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
PM Modi Meets Former Indian T20I Captain Suryakumar Yadav
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and his family in the national capital on Friday.
IPL Stars Seek Rs 40 Cr as Retention Fee
Some of the IPL's biggest stars are reportedly demanding Rs 40 crore to be retained ahead of the 2027 season.
Bumrah, Jadeja to feature in India A's final red-ball match vs NZ A
Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, along with Prasidh Krishna, are set to gain valuable red-ball preparation in the third and final four-day game for India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln, ahead of the upcoming two-Test series.
Bangladesh's Shadman Islam Stretchered Off With Ankle Injury In Second Test Against West Indies
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the field after suffering an ankle injury while fielding on the second morning of the second Test against West Indies in Sylhet on Friday.
Babar Azam Flops On Domestic Cricket Return, Smashes Bat On Ground After Dismissal. Watch
Babar Azam's return to domestic cricket in Pakistan didn't go as planned. His cheap dismissals left him frustrated on the field.
3 players Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) might release ahead of IPL 2027 retention deadline
Despite retaining the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, Travis Head and Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of the IPL mega auction in 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad havent quite enjoyed success. They can gladly own up to the reputation of changing T20 cricket, with Abhishek and Head offering blistering starts in the last three years, but when it comes to qualifying for the playoffs or playing the final, Sunrisers have struggled.
Early Anticipation Makes Virat, Rohit Stand Out In Fielding: Subhadeep Ghosh
Subhadeep Ghosh: Indias fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh has praised the anticipation and game-reading abilities of senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, saying their experience of fielding in specific positions gives them an edge over others. Speaking ahead of the second ODI against New Zealand, Ghosh explained how Kohlis familiarity with positions such as cover and point helps him read the trajectory of the ball earlier, while Rohits anticipation played a crucial role in Daryl Mitchells run-out during the series opener. Virat has fielded at cover and point countless times, so he knows the trajectory and path of the ball, as well as how it is likely to travel after impact. He reads the situation slightly earlier than others, and you can see that in his execution, Ghosh told reporters. He also highlighted Rohits awareness and quick movement during Mitchells dismissal in the first ODI in Auckland, where the Indian batter collected a gentle nudge towards the leg side and produced a sharp underarm throw from mid-wicket to complete the run-out. As far as Rohit is concerned, I think he anticipated that the ball would go towards the square leg during that run-out. He wasnt moving straight; he was already shifting slightly towards square leg. That early anticipation allowed him to execute the skill perfectly, he said. Ghosh stressed that anticipation was one of the most important aspects of fielding, adding that familiarity with a particular position allows players to understand the game better and react quicker. I think anticipation is extremely important. The more time you spend in a particular fielding position, the better you become at reading the game, he added. Reflecting on Indias fielding performance in the opening ODI, Ghosh praised the teams intensity and collective effort, saying the players complemented the bowlers with sharp catching and ground fielding. We did well in the first ODI. We took some good catches, picked up wickets and backed it up with excellent ground fielding. The intensity was very good. When you restrict the opposition to around 180, it reflects not just good bowling but also quality fielding, he said. The fielding coach also spoke about the challenges of adapting to different conditions during overseas tours, pointing out that ground dimensions, weather and boundary placements require players to remain alert. When you travel to different countries, adapting to new conditions is always a challenge. The ground dimensions vary, and the weather can be cold, and these are aspects we regularly discuss in the dressing room, he said. The fielding coach also spoke about the challenges of adapting to different conditions during overseas tours, pointing out that ground dimensions, weather and boundary placements require players to remain alert. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shadman Islam injured, Mahmud's fifer keeps Bangladesh in contention
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the field after twisting his left ankle while fielding on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies. Meanwhile, Hasan Mahmud delivered an impressive bowling performance, claiming his fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket to bring Bangladesh back into the contest.
'I Try To Play With Smile On My Face': Tickner On Perspective After Wife's Battle With Cancer
New Zealand: New Zealand fast bowler Blair Tickner opened up on his perspective on life and cricket after having seen his wife, Sarah, battle cancer treatment following a leukaemia diagnosis in April 2024. Tickner, who starred with the bat during New Zealand's first ODI against India in Auckland, spoke about how his life and career have panned out, opening up about his wife coming through eight months of cancer treatment. My life, I guess it's been up and down, Tickner said on the eve of New Zealand's 2nd ODI against India at Hnry Stadium in Wellington. It's amazing to have Sarah and my family (get) through it all, and I guess now I'm just trying to enjoy my cricket, and I've probably been a bit more myself. I've had different parts of my career. I guess (at the) start of my career, I felt a lot of pressure. Then we had Sarah's cancer treatment; it was hard, and now I'm sort of at the back end, and I'm looking forward to just having fun, really, and it's what I'm trying to do, to (be) myself really. He added that the period taught him that cricket is an important part of his career, but not the only thing he has in his life. I try to play with a smile on my face, and it's a lot more than cricket, obviously, he said. It's done a lot for me, but I know that at the end of the day I'm going to go home to my daughter and my wife and I'm pretty happy and pretty lucky to do that. So yeah, cricket's a little bit less than that. The speedster made a strong 34-ball 23 from No. 11 in the series opener against India, with his four sixes being a highlight of New Zealand's 185. Reflecting on the knock, he joked that he would like to move up the order and maybe even to No. 3. Yeah, there were a few conversations before I went out, because I batted alright against England last time I was here (in Wellington), so I gave him (Duffy) a bit of (stick) for that. I'm happy to move up to 10 - I just have to slowly make my way up to No. 3, I think. In the Wellington ODI against England, Tickner had made an unbeaten 18 in his team's two-wicket win on a low-scoring surface. He hopes that the venue will dish out a similar, adding that conditions in ODIs are more helpful to the bowlers than in the T20Is. Yeah, we saw last year against England as well - there was a little bit more in the wicket then, especially here (in Wellington), Tickner said. As a bowler (I'm) hoping for that. I don't want to be at a game where 400 chase(s) 400, so I'm looking forward to a bit of extra bounce, hopefully a bit of nip off the wicket. In the Wellington ODI against England, Tickner had made an unbeaten 18 in his team's two-wicket win on a low-scoring surface. He hopes that the venue will dish out a similar, adding that conditions in ODIs are more helpful to the bowlers than in the T20Is. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shadman Islam Stretchered Off After Twisting Ankle During Second West Indies Test
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium: Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the ground after twisting his ankle during the second Test match against the West Indies at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium here on Friday. Shadman twisted his ankle and fell while fielding on Day 2 of the contest as he grimaced in pain for a few minutes. The opener was then taken on a stretcher off the field and will be sent for scans. Shadman suffered a left ankle twist. He is under observation. We will send him for an MRI scan, Bangladesh physio Bayjedul Islam Khan said, as quoted by Cricinfo. The incident took place during the 78th over of the West Indies batting innings. Amir Jangoo had nudged one through to fine leg off Mehidy Hasan Miraz as Shadman ran from slips to chase the ball. His left ankle stuck on the turf while crouching, and he twisted it while falling down awkwardly. Hasan Mahmud ran towards him, and the physio was called before the opener was stretchered off the field. The West Indies resumed on Day 2 on 235/4. They were at 322/8 at lunch on Day 2 and were bowled out for 356 as Shadman's availability for the Test is yet to be confirmed. He did not come out to open as Nayeem Hasan and Tanzid Hasan Tamim began Bangladesh's charge at the top of the order. Meanwhile, a member from the Bangladesh Cricket Board stated that Shadman's participation in the remainder of the Test is unlikely. Look, I think it will be difficult for him to make a comeback in the Test match. Let's hope for the best, but we are not very confident about his availability, a member said, as quoted by Cricbuzz. Shadman had scored a century in the first innings of the opening Test. The West Indies are leading the two-match Test series after having won the series opener by eight wickets. Meanwhile, a member from the Bangladesh Cricket Board stated that Shadman's participation in the remainder of the Test is unlikely. Look, I think it will be difficult for him to make a comeback in the Test match. Let's hope for the best, but we are not very confident about his availability, a member said, as quoted by Cricbuzz. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Can Pacers Deliver Again?
India's inexperienced pace attack impressed in the first ODI against New Zealand. As the teams meet in Wellington, India must decide whether to stick with its winning combination or bring Mohammed Siraj back into the XI.
Rishabh Pant is unlikely to feature in the third India A match against New Zealand A as the keeper-batter is yet to recover from a side strain. He is still undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru and with that, his participation in the upcoming two-match Test series against the Kiwis remains under the scanner.
CABI Names 17-member Women's Squad For Nepal T20Is
The Ball Park Cricket Ground: The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) has announced a 17-member Indian womens squad for the upcoming five-match bilateral T20 series against Nepal. The reigning world champions will compete in the Womens T20 Cricket Series for the Visually Impaired from December 2 to 8 here at The Ball Park Cricket Ground. The series marks an important milestone in the journey of the Indian womens cricket team for the Blind, as the World Champions return to international action on home soil. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar, Chairman (CABI), said, This bilateral series against Nepal will give our players valuable international match experience and help strengthen womens blind cricket in India. We sincerely thank IIFL Home Finance Limited for its support in creating more opportunities for our players to compete and grow. The bilateral series will see India and Nepal face off once again following their memorable encounter in the inaugural Womens T20 Blind Cricket World Cup, where India overcame Nepal to lift the historic title. With both teams returning to the field, the five-match series promise competitive cricket, spirited performances, and another opportunity for the players to showcase their talent on the international stage, while building greater visibility and recognition for womens blind cricket in India. Ahead of the bilateral series, the Indian Womens Cricket Team for the Blind will undergo an intensive coaching camp in Gurugram beginning November 16, 2026. The camp will focus on cricketing skills, fitness and conditioning, tactical preparation, team combinations, and match readiness for the five-match T20 series. The initiative reflects the shared commitment of IIFL Home Finance, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, and the Cricket Association for the Blind in India towards fostering an inclusive sporting ecosystem and creating meaningful opportunities for persons with visual impairment. The camp will focus on cricketing skills, fitness and conditioning, tactical preparation, team combinations, and match readiness for the five-match T20 series. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Will Rain Wash Out India Vs New Zealand 2nd ODI In Wellington?
The second One-Day International between New Zealand and India in Wellington faces a significant threat from rain, with India's practice session already cancelled and an 'overcast with spells of rain' forecast for Saturday's match.
IND vs NZ second ODI: Pace heavy India looks to extend advantage over New Zealand
Though there were questions over depleted pace attack, Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj and Arshdeep Singh changed that narrative with stellar performances
Injuries plague New Zealand A ahead of India A decider
New Zealand A's squad has been significantly impacted by multiple injuries to key pacers Simon Keene and Fraser Sheat, just before their third and final unofficial Test against India A.
Mahmud's new-ball burst makes it Bangladesh's morning
West Indies slipped from 264 for 4 to 301 for 8 as Mahmud took his fifth five-for, all coming in different countries
40 crore for one player? Marquee IPL players demand extraordinary fees for retention: Report
IPL franchises could be heading towards an expensive retention battle before the next mega auction, as some of the league's biggest names are reportedly seeking contracts worth INR 40 crore to continue with their current...
NZ Pacer Tickner Opens Up On Wife's Cancer Battle
New Zealand pacer Blair Tickner backs his team to bounce back against India in the second ODI, insisting the hosts have the quality to level the three-match series.
India's New Fielding Coach Reveals Secret Behind Virat Kohli's Catch, Rohit Sharma's Run Out
Asked specifically about a brilliant catch by Kohli and a sharp run out effected by Rohit Sharma in the series-opener, Ghosh said the two stalwarts benefit from the muscle memory that comes with fielding at the same position for several years.
Shadman stretchered off the field after twisting ankle
The incident happened early on the second day of the second Test, and it's unclear whether he'll take further part in the match
Hussey Joins Australia Coaching Staff for Ashes, World Cups
Former Australian batter Michael Hussey has been appointed as a coaching consultant for Australia's 2027 Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns, and will also serve as a T20 advisor for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the T20 World Cup.
Cricket Australia has announced the appointment of Michael Hussey as consultant ahead of several marquee international events , including the 2027 Ashes, the ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 events. The appointment will see Hussey work across formats, with particular responsibility for providing guidance in the shortest format of the game.
Former IPL Star Chris Lynn Served Ban After Cocaine Test
Australian batter Chris Lynn has served a one-month suspension after testing positive for a cocaine metabolite following the T20 Blast Finals Day in England.
Tickner finds perspective beyond cricket after wife's cancer battle
Having come through a challenging period with his family, Tickner wants to
Mike Hussey to join Australian mens team coaching group ahead of key campaigns
Digital Desk | Melbourne, Nov 16 (IANS) Former Australia batter Mike Hussey will join Andrew McDonald's Australian coaching group as a consultant coach across key ICC tournaments and series over the next few years. Hussey brings a wealth of international experience having represented Australia in more than 300 matches across all formats. He has subsequently grown a coaching portfolio with Australia and England, including being part of their 2022 ICC Mens T20 World Cup victory, the IPL and The Hundred. Former Australian batter Mike Hussey will act as a consultant coach to the Australian mens team for the 2027 Ashes and ICC Mens Cricket World Cup, and as a T20 advisor for the 2028 LA Olympics and ICC T20 Mens World Cup cycle, Cricket Australia said in a statement. This team has achieved so much in recent times, to which I hope I can add value to the coaching and playing groups ahead of what will be an exciting and challenging period. Hussey will also provide coaching assistance during the upcoming T20I series against England and preparation leading into the Test series against New Zealand, as he has done in recent Australian summers. His T20 advisor role will see him provide T20 specific expertise and focus across a range of areas including campaign strategies, opposition insights, player scouting and performance. Hussey's stint with Australia will commence with this month's white-ball ODI and T20I series against England at home and the 51-year-old is looking forward to getting started. I am extremely excited about being a part of the team in a more formal and meaningful role in the coming years, Hussey said. With a heavy schedule of Test cricket over the coming 12 months Mike will work closely with team management, coaches and selectors to provide additional T20 support during this time, he added. Head Coach Andrew McDonald said, Mike has been a highly valued part of our staff in the past and brings a considerable skill set which is complementary to the coaches and players. Not only is his expertise as a player and coach across multiple formats, competitions, countries invaluable, so are his qualities as a person.
The Secret Behind Rohit, Kohli's Fielding Brilliance
India fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their brilliant fielding against New Zealand, explaining how anticipation made the difference.
Star New Zealand batter ruled out of remaining ODIs vs India; Matt Henry gets medical clearance
Star New Zealand batter Devon Conway has been ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against India after sustaining a concussion in a training-ground collision. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has confirmed that he will no...
Australia Recruit Mike Hussey As Consultant For Ashes And 2027 World Cup
Mike Hussey was Friday appointed a consultant coach to the Australian team for next year's blockbuster Ashes series against England and the 2027 World Cup. The former Australian batsmen revealed in August that England's new red-ball coach, Stephen Fleming, had informally approached him to be their Test batting mentor. But the 51-year-old knocked back the audacious offer and has instead committed himself to helping his home nation arrest a batting crisis highlighted by their recent 2-1 Test series defeat in South Africa. Hussey, known as Mr Cricket for his technical expertise, will also provide coaching assistance during this month's home T20 series against England and the subsequent four-Test series against New Zealand. He will additionally work with Australia during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where cricket is on the agenda, and the T20 World Cup in 2028. I am extremely excited about being a part of the team in a more formal and meaningful role in the coming years, said Hussey, who played more than 300 matches for Australia across all formats. This team has achieved so much in recent times, to which I hope I can add value to the coaching and playing groups ahead of what will be an exciting and challenging period. Hussey has extensive experience as a coach, including with both Australia and England. He was part of England's coaching setup when they won the T20 World Cup in 2022 and was the Chennai Super Kings' long-time batting coach under Fleming in the Indian Premier League. He also led Welsh Fire in this year's Hundred. Mike has been a highly valued part of our staff in the past and brings a considerable skill set which is complementary to the coaches and players, said Australian head coach Andrew McDonald. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Not only is his expertise as a player and coach across multiple formats, competitions, countries invaluable, so are his qualities as a person.
Conway Ruled Out Of ODIs Against India With Concussion; Kelly Called In
New Zealand Cricket: Devon Conway has been ruled out of the remaining ODIs against India after sustaining a concussion while fielding during Tuesday's training session, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said on Friday. Conway and Matt Henry collided while attempting a catch during the training at Eden Park. Both players were immediately treated by medical staff on-site and received head injury assessments. As a result, Conway was initially ruled out of the opening ODI. NZC said Henry, however, has been cleared of concussion and is in contention to return to New Zealand's XI for the second ODI. Batter Nick Kelly, who was selected for ODIs four and five, will assemble with the squad on Friday in Wellington to replace Conway. Conway is the latest addition to New Zealand's list of injured players, with batters Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra having already been ruled out of the five-match ODI series with hamstring and shoulder injuries. Dale Phillips will replace Kelly in the New Zealand A squad for the final four day match against India A starting on Saturday. Fresh from a 3-2 T20I series win, India began the ODI leg of their New Zealand tour with five wicket win Aukland on Wednesday. The second takes place on Saturday in Wellington at Hnry Stadium. New Zealand squad (games 1-3): Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Nick Kelly, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert, Nathan Smith, Will Young, Blair Tickner The second takes place on Saturday in Wellington at Hnry Stadium. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
