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Shukri Conrad Appointed As South Africa Men's All-Format Head Coach
Shukri Conrad has been appointed as South Africa men's all-format head coach, said Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Friday. Conrad, who was the side's red-ball coach from January 2023, takes over the white-ball responsibilities after Rob Walter resigned from the role. CSA added that Conrad will be in charge till the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup, which will be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. His next assignment will be the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia, taking place from June 11-15 at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London.
South Africa appoint Conrad as white-ball coach
CAPE TOWN :South Africa have named Shukri Conrad as their limited overs coach after he led the country to the World Test Championship final where they face Australia at Lord’s from June 11-15.
IPL 2025 Suspended, What's The Way Forward For Foreign Players - Explained
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has been indefinitely suspended by the BCCI, accoridng to several media reports, following rising military tension between India and Pakistan. After the abandonment of the contest between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Dharamshala - amid blackout in the hill town following missile and drone attacks from Pakistan in Jammu and other areas, cricket has taken a backseat, with players' and staff's safety being prioritised. Amidst the chaos, overseas players have expressed concern regarding the situation, and a willingness to return home. Now, it lies on the BCCI as to how their safe travel can be executed.
England's Pollock, 20, named in British and Irish Lions squad
LONDON :Henry Pollock's class and energy were more important than his callow age, Andy Farrell said on Thursday after the 20-year-old England flanker was the standout selection in his 38-man British & Irish Lions squad to tour Australia.
Andy Farrell names 15 Irish players in British and Irish Lions squad
Andy Farrell has named 15 Irish players in the British and Irish Lions squad for the tour to Australia.
Itoje 'honoured and humbled' to be named British and Irish Lions captain
LONDON :England's Maro Itoje said he was "deeply honoured and humbled" after being appointed captain of the British and Irish Lions on Thursday for the tour of Australia.
After Rohit Sharma's Sudden Test Retirement, Sourav Ganguly Says: "BCCI's Work Is To Support..."
Rohit Sharma on Wednesday announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to a celebrated chapter in his international career. The 38-year-old batter took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the news, expressing gratitude to fans and reflecting on his journey in the longest format of the game. Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly made an interesting observation after Rohit's retirement from the longest format.