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Ishan Kishan Overlooks BCCI Directive, Triggers Controversy By Missing Ranji Trophy Match

India wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan has been in the headlines for a while because he decided to miss the Ranji Trophy in favour of personal practice, in the wake of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Ishan, who has been out of the India squad since withdrawing from the tour of South Africa, owing to mental fatigue, remains away from all sorts of cricketing commitments despite being urged by head coach Rahul Dravid and others in the BCCI to resume playing.

Williamson shines as NZ grind out first test series win over S.Africa

:Kane Williamson hit an unbeaten century as New Zealand patiently chased down a victory target of 267 to beat South Africa by seven wickets on the fourth day of the second test on Friday and clinch a first ever series win over the Proteas.

O'Connell not surprised by Ireland's fast start to Six Nations

Back when Ireland's lineout was struggling at the World Cup, Paul O'Connell was quick to stress that just a few minor tune-ups were needed.

On Young Players Snubbing Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Exposes IPL Factor

Former India batter Aakash Chopra has emphasized the importance of first-class cricket for national team, urging the selectors not to pick players who are neglecting the Ranji Trophy. Chopra feels the selectors should prefer players performing in the domestic circuit, rather than the Indian Premier League. India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been in the news ever since he pulled out of the South Africa Tests last year, citing fatigue.

Jay Shah Reveals Rahul Dravid's Future As India Coach With Big T20 World Cup Statement

Rahul Dravid will continue to remain in the position of India's head coach till the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in June this year, confirmed BCCI secretary Jay Shah. Dravid's contract ended after the ODI World Cup final last year, but he was asked to continue in his role along with other support staff for the December-January tour to South Africa without finalising the tenure. But Shah said he held an initial talk with Dravid here before arriving at the decision to retain the former captain's services till the ICC showpiece to be held in the West Indies and the USA. “After the (2023) World Cup, Rahul bhai had to leave for the South Africa tour immediately. We did not get to meet in between which finally happened today,” Shah said here on the sidelines of the renaming function of the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Wednesday night.

Leona Maguire ten off the lead after Saudi opening round

Leona Maguire sits tens shots off the pace following the opening round of the Aramco Saudi Ladies International in Riyadh.

New Zealand vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates

NZ vs SA Live Updates, 2nd Test Day 4: New Zealand need 227 runs on Day 4 to complete a record run chase and a 2-0 series win over South Africa in Hamilton. The hosts will resume at 40/1 with Tom Latham unbeaten on 21, following Devon Conway's wicket on the stroke of stumps on Day 3. Earlier, David Bedingham's career-high 110 was comfortably the standout knock in South Africa's second innings of 235. The visitors set a 267-run target for the hosts. (Live Scorecard)

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Ishan Kishan Overlooks BCCI Directive, Triggers Controversy By Missing Ranji Trophy Match

Williamson shines as NZ grind out first test series win over S.Africa

O'Connell not surprised by Ireland's fast start to Six Nations

On Young Players Snubbing Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Exposes IPL Factor

Jay Shah Reveals Rahul Dravid's Future As India Coach With Big T20 World Cup Statement

Leona Maguire ten off the lead after Saudi opening round

New Zealand vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates

I started my career as a striker – Nwabali