Ravi Shastri calls for fewer Twenty20 internationals to ease cricket's scheduling problems
Ravi Shastri has called for a reduction in the amount of international Twenty20 cricket as the sport grapples with its scheduling crisis.
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Have always admired energy and commitment he gives to the game: Ben Stokes on Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli, saying he has always admired the energy and commitment that the Indian star brings to the field. Stokes had announced his retirement from ODI cricket on Monday, following which Kohli called the all-rounder "the most competitive bloke" he has played against.
"Served His Punishment...": Greg Chappell Wants This Australian Star's Captaincy Ban To End
Australian batting great Greg Chappell on Tuesday called for the lifetime captaincy ban on David Warner to be lifted, saying the star batter has the capability to successfully lead a side. Warner, former captain Steve Smith and batter Cameron Bancroft were banned from playing domestic or international cricket as punishment for their roles in the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in South Africa. While Warner and Smith were banned for one year, Bancroft was suspended for nine months. Additionally, Smith was stripped of the captaincy and banned from leading Australia for two years, while Warner was handed a lifelong leadership ban.
Banyana Banyana benefit from 'Madiba Magic' at Women's Afcon on Mandela Day
South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan congratulated Banyana Banyana after they advanced to the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations final on the same day the world celebrated Mandela Day.
England's Stokes made 'selfless' decision to retire from ODIs: Key
England managing director of cricket Rob Key has praised Ben Stokes for his "selfless" decision to ignore the "financial implications" of retiring from one-day internationals.
All pain and little gain: How England became the Proteas' ODI graveyard
When the Proteas commence their three-match ODI series against England on Tuesday, history will be wholly against them.
England vs South Africa, 1st ODI Live Score Updates: South Africa Opt To Bat In Ben Stokes' Farewell Game
England vs South Africa, 1st ODI Live Score Updates: South Africa skipper Keshav Maharaj has opted to bat against England in the first ODI of the three-match series on Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street on Tuesday. While the match in Durham kicks off the series between the two competitive sides, it will sees Ben Stokes bidding adieu to the ODI format. Stokes, who has made his final appearance in the format with his 105th game, announced about his decision to retire from ODIs on the eye of this match. England would be looking to give a perfect farewell in the ODIs to the star all-rounder with a win over the guests, while South Africa will also be equally eager for an early lead in the three-match series. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Bristol Bears selected for another showpiece game at Twickenham
It is undeniable Bristol Bears and Harlequins have served up some mesmerising games of rugby in recent years and in 2022/23 the two sides will go head to head at Twickenham to provide fans with a real Christmas treat.