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'Do You Want To Be A Millionaire': Wasim Akram's Straight Talk As Shaheen Afridi Misses 3rd Test, Blasts T20 Cricket

Former Pakistan pace greats Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis criticised the decision to rest fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi in the third and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), with Akram warning players to decide if they want to be the greats of their sport or a millionaire by playing T20 cricket. After Pakistan lost the series 2-0, Shaheen has been rested from the final Test at Sydney, which is also Australia opener David Warner's farewell Test.

"We Need To Protect It": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Take On Future Of Test Cricket

Indian captain Rohit Sharma feels that it is each and every ICC member's duty to protect the sanctity of Test cricket as it remains the ultimate format. Cricket South Africa selected seven uncapped players, including an inexperienced first timer Neil Brand, for the upcoming tour of New Zealand to accommodate top stars for the cash-rich SA20, which is coinciding with the Test series. All the SA20 franchises are owned by IPL team owners and the move to prioritize franchise cricket has earned widespread criticism. “For me, Test remains ultimate challenge and we would like to see best players playing that format but everyone has own problems to deal with and make sure there is a reason behind it,” Rohit reacted when asked about the CSA move.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah Imitates Ravichandran Ashwin's Bowling Action. Internet Can't Keep Calm

Indian cricket team fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah perfectly imitated teammate Ravichandran Ashwin's bowling action at the nets ahead of the second Test match against South Africa on Tuesday. During the bowling session at the nets, Bumrah was caught bowling spin using Ashwin's action and the video of the incident has gone viral on social media. The fast bowler earned a lot of praise online from the social media users with many of them marveling over how much he was able to replicate the action.

Women’s World Cup kiss: Hermoso testifies in sexual assault case

Jenny Hermoso heading to court.Photo:triblive.com

South Africa defend weakened test squad for New Zealand series

Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the game, Cricket South Africa (CSA) said after it was criticised for selecting a second-string squad featuring seven debutants for the country's two fixtures in New Zealand next month.

"Getting Paid A Truckload...": Usman Khawaja On Picking T20 Leagues Over Test Cricket

Australia batter Usman Khawaja has admitted that he would have stopped playing Test cricket by now, had he been asked to play for inferior wages by the board of any other cricketing nation. Ever since South Africa announced their squad for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand, several former cricketers have raised concerns over the future of the 'purest format of the game'. For context, Proteas have named a second string squad for the two match Test series against the Kiwis. Uncapped batter Neil Brand is set to lead out the South African team, consisting of just three players from the ongoing Test series against India.

Watch: Rachin Ravindra's Heartwarming 'Autograph' Gesture For CSK Fan Goes Viral

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra had an impressive run in the Cricket World Cup 2023 and his form played a major role in Chennai Super Kings acquiring his services in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Auction. Since the auction, the CSK fanbase has embraced the cricketer as their own and he recently had a heartwarming moment with an ardent fan. In a video going viral on social media, a CSK fan approached him with a placard that had pictures of major cricketers who have played for the franchise. Ravindra quickly stepped out of the car and signed the placard for the fan.

Waugh slams S Africa for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over NZ tests

SYDNEY : Former Australia captain Steve Waugh said South Africa's decision to send a shadow side to New Zealand for a test tour while their top players take part in a domestic T20 tournament shows the longest format of the game is under threat.

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'Do You Want To Be A Millionaire': Wasim Akram's Straight Talk As Shaheen Afridi Misses 3rd Test, Blasts T20 Cricket

"We Need To Protect It": Rohit Sharma's Blunt Take On Future Of Test Cricket

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah Imitates Ravichandran Ashwin's Bowling Action. Internet Can't Keep Calm

Women’s World Cup kiss: Hermoso testifies in sexual assault case

South Africa defend weakened test squad for New Zealand series

"Getting Paid A Truckload...": Usman Khawaja On Picking T20 Leagues Over Test Cricket

Watch: Rachin Ravindra's Heartwarming 'Autograph' Gesture For CSK Fan Goes Viral

Waugh slams S Africa for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over NZ tests