Ace spinner Rashid returns to Afghanistan squad for Proteas ODI series
Ace spinner Rashid Khan has been included in the Afghanistan squad for the three-match one-day series against South Africa this month, selectors said on Thursday.
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Gautam Gambhir Calls Himself "Angry Young Man" Of Cricket, Calls This Star 'Shahenshah'. Not Sachin Tendulkar
Gautam Gambhir will face a stern Test as Indian cricket team when the side begins a long Test season, starting with a match against Bangladesh on September 19. Gambhir took charge from a short Tour of Sri Lanka last month. After that the Indian cricket team is long break. However, starting from the third week of September, India will play Bangladesh, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia in back-toback series. Ahead of the series, Indian cricket team coach Gautam Gambhir had a fun interaction on the sidelines of Delhi Premier League T20.
Argentina call up two new props after Bello ruled out
BUENOS AIRES : Argentina prop forward Eduardo Bello will undergo knee surgery after suffering an injury last weekend and faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines, the Argentine rugby union said on Wednesday.
Leinster boss pinpoints when Bok lock RG Snyman is likely to make his debut for new club
Leinster coach Leo Cullen has given a prognosis for when Springbok lock RG Snyman will make his return to the field.
ICC Unveils Tickets For Women's T20 World Cup 2024, Announces Free Entry For Under-18 Fans
With just over 20 days to go until the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, the ICC has made an exciting announcement: match tickets will start at just five dirhams (Rs 114.28), and entry will be free for fans under 18. This initiative, aimed at boosting attendance and creating a lasting legacy for the tournament in the UAE, was revealed alongside a stunning laser show on the iconic Burj Khalifa. "One of the exciting things about the UAE is its diversity," said ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice during a media conference on Wednesday. "It's a place where the entire world is represented! This means that this is effectively a home World Cup for all 10 teams, and players can enjoy the support of passionate fans. With that in mind, I'm delighted to announce today that tickets will be available from just five dirhams, and Under-18s will go free."
Anton Roux Announces Decision To Quit As Sri Lanka Cricket Team Fielding Coach
Anton Roux, currently serving as Sri Lanka's national fielding coach, announced on Wednesday that he is stepping down from the role. Roux, who played first-class cricket for South Africa and coached the Netherlands, became Sri Lanka's national fielding coach in March 2022. "On the 14th of August 2024, I decided to step down from my role as the National Fielding Coach for Sri Lanka Cricket. This week will be my last with SLC as I finish my handover. It has been an immense honour and a truly humbling experience to serve the Sri Lankan national cricket team. I will forever cherish the memories and experiences that came with this journey."
Leinster hopeful RG Snyman will be fit for second or third round of URC
Leinster expect RG Snyman to feature in the second or third round of the new BKT URC season as the South Africa lock recovers from a foot injury.
KL Rahul, Axar Patel Axed From India's Playing XI vs Bangladesh By World Cup Winner
The Indian cricket team for the first test against Bangladesh, starting on September 19, has been announced. Pacers Yash Dayal and Akash Deep got national team call-ups while Rishabh Pant also made a comeback in the Rohit Sharma-led side. The two-Test Bangladesh series will be the start of a long season for India. After Bangladesh, India will face New Zealand, South Africa and Australia towards the end of the year. The performance of the team in the Test series against Bangladesh, thus, will be crucial.