Clippers' Kawhi Leonard (knee) uncertain for season opener - ESPN
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Kawhi Leonard has been ruled out for the remainder of the preseason, and his status for the LA Clippers' season opener Oct. 23 remains uncertain.
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New Zealand Star Names Two Indians Who Pose Maximum Threat In Test Series. Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Or Jasprit Bumrah
Top-order batter Rachin Ravindra said on Monday that nullifying the twin threat posed by senior spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja will be crucial to New Zealand's success in the three-match series against India. Ashwin and Jadeja together have grabbed over 800 Test wickets, and are among the most experienced bowling pairs in world cricket at present. "They've got consistent bowlers who bowl in an area for a long period of time. I mean, you see the two spinners who play consistently, Ashwin and Jadeja, they're two very accomplished bowlers. You know, they can bat too, which makes it a little bit hard,” Ravindra told reporters on Monday.
Sources: De'Aaron Fox bypasses extension, eyes '25 for larger deal - ESPN
Sacramento Kings star De'Aaron Fox is bypassing a three-year, $165 million maximum extension this year as he and his representative, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, position the All-Star point guard for a larger deal in the 2025 offseason, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Imran Tahir Stars As Atlanta Kings Thump Texas Gladiators To Enter Qualifier 2
In what can be called as a lopsided affair, Angelo Mathews' Atlanta Kings secured a convincing victory against Texas Gladiators to qualify for the Qualifier 2 in the National Cricket League Sixty Strikes tournament. Texas failed to put a par score on the board, losing all 10 wickets for a total of 93 runs, with Atlanta's South African spinner Imran Tahir doing the bulk of the damage with the ball.
On Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni Captaincy Question, Shivam Dube's Answer Stumps Kapil Sharma
Two of the fines captains Indian cricket has seen, Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are among the few leaders who have won the national team ICC titles. While Dhoni won a total of three ICC trophies during his reign, Rohit opened his account in the T20 World Cup 2024. Over the last year or so, Rohit's stocks have risen dramatically as the captain of the Indian team, especially considering the way he has led his troops. However, choosing one between the two is a tricky subject, especially for someone like Shivam Dube who has played under both captains.
'Australia Connection' Behind Ruturaj Gaikwad's Bangladesh T20Is Absence: Report
As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced India's squad for the T20I series against Bangladesh, the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad from the squad triggered a huge hue and cry. Gaikwad's numbers, both for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League and T20Is for India remain impressive, yet the opening batter didn't find a place in the squad. However, a report has claimed that potential Test call-up for the Australia tour is the reason behind the selectors deciding to snub Gaikwad for Bangladesh T20Is.
"Na Na Kar Ke Bhi 10 IPL...": Shah Rukh Khan's Remark On MS Dhoni Breaks Internet
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the retention rules for IPL 2025 on Saturday. Each teams will be allowed to retain a maximum of six players ahead of the auction but it was the uncapped player rule that was of specific interest to Chennai Super Kings. The rule stated that any Indian player who has not played an international game in the last five years will be considered to be an 'uncapped player' and that includes former captain MS Dhoni. As a result, the veteran wicket-keeper batter can be retained by CSK for just Rs 4 crore. Amid the chatter regarding Dhoni's future in the IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders owner Shah Rukh Khan's comment on him has gone viral.
Rohit Sharma In, Faf Du Plessis Out: List Of Players IPL Teams Are Likely To Retain
The countdown has begun for the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to start working on their release and retention list. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the retention rules on Saturday, paving the way for the franchises to finalise the list of players they wish to keep ahead of the mega auction. The board has allowed franchises to retain a maximum of 6 players, either through direct retention or Right-To-Match card. However, with retention cost increased by the BCCI, striking the perfect balance between keep players and buying them through RTM in the auction, will be key to success.