England captain Knight undergoes surgery, out of India series
England Women's captain Heather Knight will miss September's white-ball series against India after undergoing hip surgery.
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"Was In Favour Of It 10 Years Ago And...": Ex-New Zealand Cricketer On Extended IPL Window
Earlier this week, the International Cricket Council (ICC) released the Men's Future Tours Programme (FTP) for 2023-27 and it was confirmed that the Indian Premier League (IPL) would be having an extended two-and-a-half-months window for the tournament from next year. Former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris has now given his take on it, saying he was in favour of the extended window for IPL 10 years ago and he still has the same opinion.
Heather Knight Undergoes Surgery, To Miss Upcoming Series vs India
England captain Heather Knight on Friday said that she has underwent surgery and as a result, she would be missing the upcoming series against India, comprising three ODIs and three T20Is. Earlier, Knight had missed the Commonwealth Games and she has now said that it is the time to make the most of a "bit of time away". Taking to Twitter, Knight posted a picture of herself in the hospital and she was seen making the thumbs up sign.
New Zealand name strong 'A' squad for India tour in September
It will be the first time that a New Zealand 'A' side will be playing overseas since the 2018 tour to the United Arab Emirates, where it played against Pakistan 'A'. The India tour will feature three four-day matches and three one-day matches in Bangalore and Chennai. New Zealand A last toured India in 2017.
New Zealand Name Strong "A" Squad For India Tour In September
New Zealand on Friday announced a strong 'A' squad, including seven cricketers with international experience, for their upcoming tour of India featuring both red and white ball series in September. It will be the first time that a New Zealand 'A' side will be playing overseas since the 2018 tour to the United Arab Emirates, where it played against Pakistan 'A'. The India tour will feature three four-day matches and three one-day matches in Bangalore and Chennai. New Zealand A last toured India in 2017.
All Blacks search for united front after Foster soap opera: 4 key areas to work on
With just over a year until the Rugby World Cup in France, All Blacks coach Ian Foster has been given the vote of confidence despite poor results.
Briton Asher-Smith calls for more research into how periods affect performance
Dina Asher-Smith has called for more funding for studies on how a woman's period can affect athletic performance after the British sprinter pulled up with cramp during her 100 metres title defence at the European Championships in Munich.
England captain Ben Stokes "was keen" to play for New Zealand, claims Kiwi legend
Ross Taylor has revealed he tried to convince Ben Stokes to represent New Zealand when he joined Durham for the 2010 edition of the T20 Cup.