Australia's Kuhnemann to sit out Shield match ahead of bowling action tests
MELBOURNE : Australia spin bowler Matthew Kuhnemann will sit out Tasmania's Sheffield Shield match against South Australia ahead of testing on his bowling action.
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O'Connor finds a new Super Rugby home in Christchurch
James O'Connor signing with the Canterbury Crusaders was perhaps the most unlikely move of the Super Rugby off-season but the Australian was feeling right at home after helping his new team to a winning start to their campaign at the weekend.
Champions Trophy 2025 Opening Ceremony Already Done. Here's What Happened
As the cricketing world awaits the start of the ICC Champions Trophy, a modest opening ceremony for the global event has already been completed. The low-key opening ceremony was held in Lahore on Sunday where the members of Pakistan's 2017 ICC Champions Trophy-winning team were present. The likes of Sarfaraz Ahmed, Mohammad Amir, Azhar Ali, Junaid Khan, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Hassan Ali, Mohammad Hafeez, and Haris Sohail attended the curtain-raiser event in Lahore. Among international attendees, the likes of New Zealand bowler Tim Southee, ambassador of ICC Champions Trophy 2025, and retired South African all-rounder JP Duminy were present.
Champions Trophy Set For Liftoff After India-Pakistan Row, Boycott Calls
The Champions Trophy begins from Wednesday after a turbulent build-up that saw the tournament split between Pakistan and Dubai, and with England facing calls to boycott their match against Afghanistan. The event, regarded as second only to the World Cup in the one-day game, runs until March 9 and is the first global cricket tournament hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades. India's matches will however be played in the United Arab Emirates after the sport's financial superpower refused to visit their neighbour over long-standing political tensions.
Personal Chef Banned But Virat Kohli Finds Unique Way To Get Desired Food In Dubai
A lot has changed in Indian cricket since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia concluded. Team India's return home from an unfulfilling series in Australia saw the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issue a 10-point diktat, restricting certain activities in the team. One of the restrictions put in place was barring players from bringing their own personal chefs, stylists, and staff on overseas tours. After the Indian team landed in Dubai for the ICC Champions Trophy campaign, however, Virat Kohli found a unique way to get his hands on the desired delicacies.
New Zealand Captain Sophie Devine To Miss Sri Lanka Home Series. The Reason Is...
New Zealand women captain Sophie Devine will not take part in the series against Sri Lanka in March as she continues to prioritise her well-being, the country's cricket board said on Monday. The news follows Devine's decision last month to withdraw from the Super Smash and the 2025 Women's Premier League after receiving professional advice. Liz Green, NZC's Head of Women's High Performance, reiterated the importance of player well-being. "We are fully supportive of Sophie's decision to not take part in the upcoming series,” said Green.
'I don't have any sympathy cards' - Ange Postecoglou's brutal response to Man United question
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou refused to show any sympathy for Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim after he was forced to name eight youngsters on the bench on Sunday afternoon.
Revived Champions Trophy up for grabs with no clear favourite
The sprinkling of stardust over the Champions Trophy may appear somewhat thin on its return to the calendar after eight years but fans can expect a wide open one-day international tournament in the absence of an overwhelming favourite.