Trott to continue as Afghanistan head coach for 2024
KABUL : Former England batter Jonathan Trott has signed a contract extension as Afghanistan head coach following their remarkable World Cup campaign in India.
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Watch: David Warner Loses 'Baggy Green' Ahead Of Farewell Test. His Heartfelt Appeal Goes Viral
Australia batter David Warner has revealed that his Baggy Green (Test cap) was lost on transit on the eve of his farewell Test in Sydney on Tuesday. Taking to social media, Warner shared a heartfelt message and pleaded for the safe return of his baggy green. In a video uploaded on Instagram, Warner shared a "last resort" appeal, revealing that his Baggy Green was stolen from his backpack. The 37-year-old had return to his hometown, Sydney, following Australia's win over Pakistan in the Boxing-Day Test last week.
Australia Unchanged For David Warner's Farewell Test Against Pakistan
Australia opted Tuesday against playing a second spinner in the final Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground, naming an unchanged line-up for David Warner's farewell match. Skipper Pat Cummins confirmed Australia's fast-bowling trio had all recovered well from the second Test in Melbourne four days ago after clinching the three-match series with a tense 79-run win. The SCG has a reputation for taking turn, but the hosts did not consider bringing a second spinner into the team to partner Nathan Lyon, he said.
Gautam Gambhir Weighs In On 'Actual Rivalry'. It's Not India vs Pakistan
The on-field rivalry between India and Pakistan is arguably the biggest rivalry in world of cricket. Both teams have been part of some of some classic games over the years, but the two teams have not contested a bilateral series in over a decade. With both teams facing off only in ICC and continental tournaments, former cricketer Gautam Gambhir feels that the India-Pakistan rivalry has lost its charm in recent times. He feels that the India-Australia rivalry has emerged as a top one in the recent past.
Cricketers To Watch Out For In 2024? India Star Features In England Great's Picks
Former England captain Nasser Hussain picked an Indian superstar and former Pakistan skipper as the ones who will have a great 2024. In a video posted by the International Cricket Council (ICC), Nasser revealed his picks to be Virat Kohli and Babar Azam. "My first one is a megastar and there is no doubt about it. Virat Kohli. Obviously, he had a fantastic 2023 and World Cup. Amid all the records he broke and the attention, we did not focus on how well he was batting. Technically, I have never seen Virat bat as well like that. The sound of the bat, that innings against Sri Lanka in Mumbai, I can name about five innings where he was getting in a good position. That is a good sign for Virat, India and Virat fans. It means that he is in a good mental space and his game is in good order," said Hussain in the video.
Warner appeals for return of missing baggy green on eve of final test
SYDNEY : Australian opener David Warner has made an impassioned appeal for the return of a rucksack containing his baggy green cap that went missing on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney for his final test match this week.
David Warner calls time on career in Tests and ODIs
Veteran Australian opener David Warner on Monday called time on his One-Day International career ahead of his farewell Test against Pakistan this week.
Pakistan Team Director Mohammad Hafeez Misses Flight To Sydney Ahead Of Third Test Against Australia
Team director Mohammad Hafeez missed his flight to Sydney for Pakistan's final Test series clash against Australia, according to Geo News. Australia gained an unassailable lead of 2-0 following their second consecutive triumph in the three-match series against the Asian Giants. According to Geo News sources, Hafeez was travelling with his wife and was supposed to travel to Sydney with the Pakistan team but he missed the flight at the airport. The former Pakistan player arrived late at the airport after which the staff did not allow him and his wife to board the plane. Hafeez and his wife took another flight to Sydney hours later. Pakistan is likely to hand Saim Ayub his debut cap and he could make his place in the team in place of Imam-ul-Haq.