Bangladesh confirm 'spot-fix' approach at Women's T20 World Cup
Bangladesh cricket chiefs said Wednesday that one of their players taking part in the Women's Twenty20 World Cup had been approached in an attempted spot-fixing case.
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"If Somebody Is Doing Better...": Shikhar Dhawan On Not Finding Place In Indian Cricket Team
Shikhar Dhawan finds himself out of the Indian team less than three months after captaining the ODI side but the 37-year-old opener has not yet given up on a strong desire to play the World Cup at home later this year. One of the finest openers India have produced in the 50-over format, Dhawan was dropped from the side following a lean run which included the three games in Bangladesh in December. The southpaw had led the side in New Zealand in November when Rohit Sharma and K L Rahul were rested.
Women's T20 World Cup Rocked By Spot-Fixing Allegations, Bangladesh Player In Question: Report
A Bangladesh player at the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa was reportedly approached for spot-fixing. According to a report in the ESPNcricinfo, the player has informed the authorities about it, as per the anti-corruption code of conduct. The media house stated that Dhaka-based Jamuna TV released an audio conversation which allegedly took place between two Bangladesh players -- one of whom is with the team in South Africa for the mega-event, while the other is in Bangladesh, allegedly working as a communication channel between the player and another person.
I did my best, if someone's doing better than that, it's fine: Shikhar Dhawan
World Cup at home later this year.One of the finest openers India have produced in the 50-over format, Dhawan was dropped from the side following a lean run which included the three games in Bangladesh in December.The southpaw had led the side in New Zealand in November when Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul were rested.Shubman Gill came into the team at Dhawan's expense and the young opener has not looked back ever since, amassing four hundreds, including a double hundred in his last seven innings.
Women's T20 World Cup: Brown, Wareham star in Australia's win over Bangladesh
Bangladesh to throw a challenge at Australia, who registered their second win of the Women's T20 World Cup at the St. George's Park on Tuesday.After Brown's two ealry strikes, it was the scuccessful comeback of Wareham, who took three wickets, that tied the Bangladesh women into knots. Wareham was named the 'Player of the Match' for her spell of 3/20, while Brown's figures read 2/23.The duo's effort restricted Bangladesh to 107/7 despite a half-century by captain Nigar Sultana.Australia won by eight wickets, with captain Meg Lanning making 48 not out.
Women's T20 WC: All-round Australia Continue Winning Run With Eight-Wicket Triumph Over Bangladesh
A top-notch bowling spell from spinner Georgia Wareham combined with a brilliant knock from skipper Meg Lanning helped Australia continue their winning run in the ongoing ICC Women's T20 World Cup with an eight-wicket win over Bangladesh at Gqeberha on Tuesday. Lanning led a successful pursuit of Bangladesh's 107, of which captain Nigar Sultana contributed 57 in 50 balls, with Georgia Wareham (3/20) among the Australian bowlers to shine. Darcie Brown chipped in with two for 23 before Alyssa Healy and Lanning's partnership of 69 runs laid the foundations for the chase.
Australia vs Bangladesh, Women's T20 World Cup Live Score Updates: Bangladesh Opt To Bat
AUS vs BAN, Women's T20 World Cup Live Updates:Australia will be bowling first against Bangladesh in the Group A match of the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup on Tuesday at St George's Park in Gqeberha. Australia will be coming to this clash after defeating New Zealand by 97 runs in their previous match. On the other hand, Bangladesh faced a seven-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in their opening match of the tournament. It will be interesting to see that which side will be dominating the other. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Russia's gymnastics, wrestling federations invited to Asian Games - officials
GENEVA : Russia's gymnastics and wrestling federations said on Tuesday they had been invited to take part in this year's Asian Games, a move that could potentially pave the way for their athletes to qualify for next year's Paris Olympics.