New Zealand cricketer Bracewell cops 1-month ban for cocaine use
New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been suspended for a month after testing positive for cocaine, the country's Sport Integrity Commission said.
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Aaqib Javed To Remain Pakistan Interim Head Coach Till Champions Trophy
Former pacer Aaqib Javed will remain Pakistan's interim head coach in limited-overs cricket till the Champions Trophy and will also continue in his role on the national selection panel, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed on Monday. The board said while Javed will handle responsibilities of the being the team's head coach, it will continue its search for another candidate. “The PCB will aim to complete the appointment by the end of the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled from February 19 to March 9,” an official said. Javed has coached Pakistan Super League side Lahore Qalandars in the past and also the Sri Lankan team for a short stint earlier this year as their fast bowling coach.
Sourav Ganguly's Honest Verdict On Coach Gautam Gambhir Amid Heavy Criticism
It isn't being Gautam Gambhir at the moment. The India head coach sees questions being raised over his continuity following two embarrassing series defeats -- against Sri Lanka in ODIs and New Zealand in Tests. The manner in which Gambhir speaks to the media in the press conference has also become a subject of debate among some former cricketers. However, ex-India captain Sourav Ganguly doesn't want Gambhir to curb his natural instincts and has advised others to let him be the way he wants to.
Kusal Mendis Defies Injury As Sri Lanka Beat New Zealand To Clinch ODI Series
Kusal Mendis hit a gritty 74 not out as Sri Lanka posted a thrilling three-wicket win against New Zealand to clinch the three-match ODI series on Sunday. Sri Lanka were reeling at 93-5 but Mendis played the anchor role to perfection despite battling a groin injury to hand the hosts their fifth ODI series triumph this year. It was also Sri Lanka's first win in an ODI series over the Black Caps in 12 years. Mendis was ably supported by Maheesh Theekshana who hit an unbeaten 27 off 44 balls as Sri Lanka reached the target of 210 runs with six balls to spare.
Changes Continue In Pakistan Cricket: New White-Ball Coach Will Be...
Current national selector and former pacer Aaqib Javed is likely to be appointed as the permanent head coach in white ball formats before Pakistan visit Zimbabwe for ODI and T20I series. Pakistan will travel to Zimbabwe between November 24 and December 5 for three ODIs and as many T20Is. A reliable source in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Javed who was initially reluctant to take on the coaching assignment had now been convinced by chairman Mohsin Naqvi to handle the responsibility. “The Pakistan squad will fly to Harare straight from Australia after playing their final T20I on Monday so the new head coach will join them in Zimbabwe,” the source said.
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI, Live Score Updates
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI, Live Updates: Sri Lanka are all set to face New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series on Sunday in Pallekele. The Mitchell Santner-led side will try to put it's best foot forward, in order to bounce back in the series. Earlier on Wednesday, Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando both slammed centuries to set up a convincing 45-run victory for Sri Lanka in the rain-interrupted first ODI in Dambulla. Sri Lanka posted a commanding 324-5 in 49.2 overs before rain stopped play. New Zealand, chasing a revised target of 221 off 27 overs, were restricted to 175-9 in the day-night game. (Live Scorecard)
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Live Streaming, 2nd ODI: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast
Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI Live Streaming: Sri Lanka will be squaring off against New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series on Sunday in Pallekele. The hosts have taken 1-0 lead in the series after clinching a 45-run victory against the Kiwis in the first match on Wednesday. New Zealand will now aim to put their best, in order to level the series. Kusal Mendis struck a career-best 143 and Avishka Fernano hit 100 as Sri Lanka posted a commanding 324-5 in 49.2 overs before rain stopped play.
India Star's 'Weakness' Exposed During Practice At Perth - Report Makes Big Claim
Indian cricket team batter Sarfaraz Khan struggled massively during the practice session at Perth ahead of the first Test match against Australia, starting November 22, according to a report by The West Australian. The Indian cricketers started their practice at the WACA ground in Perth and proper net sessions were held for all the batters. The report said that Sarfaraz looked like a "batter who hasn't played outside of the subcontinent" as he struggled to deal with the bounce of the pitch. He was bothered by short balls and he was guilty of chopping balls outside his off-stump onto the wickets.