Nations step up preparations for ODI Cricket World Cup in India
There are three weeks until the opening match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 on Oct. 5 in Ahmedabad.
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CA's Mandatory Neck Guard Rule Could Force Steve Smith And David Warner To Fall In Line
Veteran batters Steven Smith and David Warner could be forced to wear neck guards as Cricket Australia has made it mandatory for international and domestic players to do so from October 1. Under the new playing conditions for 2023-24, every Australian player on international and domestic cricket will be required to wear neck protectors fixed or fitted to the rear of helmets when facing fast or medium pace bowling in all CA-sanctioned competitions, according to cricket.com.au.
Jack Conan could be fit for Ireland’s showdown with South Africa – Mick Kearney
Ireland are optimistic sidelined number eight Jack Conan will be fit to feature in next weekend’s Rugby World Cup showdown with defending champions South Africa in Paris.
ICC ODI Ranking: How India Can Beat Australia, Pakistan To No. 1 Spot
The race for the Numero Uno spot in ODIs is very much on less than a month ahead of the ICC World Cup, with three teams in the running to go top of the pile ahead of the cricketing showpiece. With Australia's loss to South Africa in the third ODI of the ongoing away series on Tuesday, India's chances to reclaim the top spot in ODIs after March 22, this year, have gone up significantly. Currently, Australia and Pakistan are tied at the top of the ICC ODI standings at 118 points, with India trailing closely in the second spot at 116 points.
Nienaber changes 14 for Romania test and selects four scrum-halves
South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber has made 14 changes to his side for the Rugby World Cup Pool B clash with minnows Romania in Bordeaux on Sunday, with Damian Willemse the only player retained from their opening 18-3 victory over Scotland.
Asia Cup 2023: Pakistan Make Huge Changes To Playing XI Against Sri Lanka
Pakistan bowling coach Morne Morkel on Wednesday said injuries to their premier quicks is a big blow ahead of a must-win Asia Cup match but a "fantastic opportunity" for up-and-coming talent. Naseem Shah has been ruled out of the team's final Super Four match -- effective semi-final -- against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Thursday. Pakistan Super League star Zaman Khan came in as replacement and walks directly into the team, which was announced on the eve of the key match. Naseem and fellow quick Haris Rauf were injured in the team's previous Super Four clash of the 50-over tournament, a prelude to the upcoming ODI World Cup.
Lions back row Jack Conan ruled out of Tonga clash
Ireland back row Jack Conan will miss Saturday's game against Tonga (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player) but is on target to train fully with the team next week.