NFF appoints Finidi George as Super Eagles head coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Monday announced the appointment of Finidi George as the new Super Eagles head coach.
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Garry Ringrose and Jimmy O'Brien good to go but Hugo Keenan a doubt for Leinster against Northampton
Leinster will have Garry Ringrose and Jimmy O'Brien available for selection for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton, but Hugo Keenan is still being assessed for a hip injury.
New Vice-Captain For India In T20 World Cup 2024? Report Makes Explosive Claim
Wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant can become the Indian cricket team vice-captain for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 ahead of all-rounder Hardik Pandya, according to a report by Cricbuzz. Pant made an impressive comeback in IPL 2024 after being out of action since his near-fatal car accident back in December 2022. On the other hand, Hardik Pandya has struggled - both as a batter and bowler - in the ongoing competition with many experts also questioning his ability to lead the star-studded Mumbai Indians side. The report claimed that Pant has an advantage over Hardik considering their current forms when it comes to the race to become Rohit Sharma's deputy in the T20 World Cup 2024.
"Don't Try To Do Something That...": Coach Jason Gillespie's Message To Pakistan Cricket Team
Pakistan's new head coach Jason Gillespie Jason Gillespie wants his "gifted" players to stay "authentic" and not alter their game style to suit a specific method, saying they just need to stay positive and aggressive to go through the grind of Test cricket. Pakistan on Sunday appointed former Australia pace bowler Gillespie as coach of the men's Test side and also roped in former South Africa batter Gary Kirsten, who guided India to ODI World title in 2011, for guidance in white-ball format. The 49-year-old Gillespie, who coached Yorkshire to the County Championship title in 2014 and 2015, has signed a two-year contract. "I simply want the Pakistan cricket team to play the style of cricket that's going to suit them; for me, that's important. My philosophy is - don't try to be something that you're not!" Gillespie was quoted as saying in a Pakistan Cricket Board podcast.
Won World Cup With India, Former Coach Gary Kirsten Explains Decision To Join Pakistan
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made a significant move on Sunday as they announced the appointment of World Cup-winning Gary Kirsten as their head coach for ODIs and T20Is, while former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie will take over that role in Test cricket. Kirsten has had successful stints with India and South Africa before, with his 2011 OD World Cup triumph with the MS Dhoni-led side arguably being the highlight. Along with them, former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood was appointed as the assistant coach of the team across the formats.
Former India Coach, Gary Kirsten, Opens Up On Decision To Join Pakistan Team
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made a significant move on Sunday as they announced the appointment of World Cup-winning Gary Kirsten as their head coach for ODIs and T20Is, while former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie will take over that role in Test cricket. Kirsten has had successful stints with India and South Africa before, with his 2011 OD World Cup triumph with the MS Dhoni-led side arguably being the highlight. Along with them, former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood was appointed as the assistant coach of the team across the formats.
England rugby star Billy Vunipola tasered and arrested after violent bar incident
England rugby star Billy Vunipola has been tasered and arrested following an alleged violent incident in Majorca, several reports said on Monday.
Cricket SA unveils Proteas' kit for T20 World Cup
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has unveiled the Proteas' playing kit for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup set to be held in the West Indies and USA from 1-29 June.