Coetzee out of the attack for South Africa
CAPE TOWN : South African fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has withdrawn from the second test against India after developing pelvic inflammation during the first test win in Centurion this week.
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Proteas kingpin Rabada ruled out of IPL, still expected to make T20 World Cup
Kagiso Rabada's premature departure from the Indian Premier League (IPL) might be a nervous jolt to the Proteas' system in their build-up to the T20 World Cup, but his apparent leg injury won't affect his availability for the showpiece tournament in the USA and Caribbean next month.
Amid Captaincy Criticism, MI Star Explains What It's Like Playing Under Hardik Pandya
As Mumbai Indians, already eliminated from the playoffs race, gear Kolkata Knight Riders, their overseas pacer Gerald Coetzee shared some interesting insights on Hardik Pandya's captaincy. Since taking over as the captain of the MI franchise, little has gone right for Hardik, who has neither managed to impress as a player, nor as a leader. In fact, some of the former cricketers have been critical of the India all-rounder's decision-making too, questioning the management's decision to name him the skipper at the expense of Rohit Sharma. Amid this controversy, Hardik's teammate Coetzee has revealed what it is like playing under the veteran star.
Marcus Stoinis Guides Lucknow Super Giants To Victory, Deals Big Blow To Mumbai Indians' IPL Playoff Dreams
Marcus Stoinis made a composed fifty to complement the splendid effort of the bowlers as Lucknow Super Giants strengthened their chances of a play-off berth with a nervy four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in the IPL on Tuesday. Mumbai Indians' top-order came a cropper as they stuttered to a below-par 144 for seven, riding on contributions from Nehal Wadhera (46), Ishan Kishan (32) and Tim David (35 not out). In reply, Stoinis scored a 45-ball 62, studded with seven hits to the fence and two maximums but once he was gone LSG survived some anxious moments before getting home with four balls to spare. With their sixth win in 10 games, LSG climbed to the third spot in the IPL standings. MI, on the other hand, slumped to their seventh loss in 10 games. LSG made a watchful start to their chase after Nuwan Thushara struck with his fourth ball to remove impact sub Arshin Kulkarni for a duck on his IPL debut.
T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa Squad Announced, This SunRisers Hyderabad Star To Lead Side
Aiden Markram to lead the charge as South Africa on Tuesday announced the 15-member squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 to be played in the USA and West Indies from June 1-29. This will be Markram's first World Cup assignment since being named T20I captain. The team includes experienced batters Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller and the promising Tristan Stubbs. Also, the squad features two uncapped T20I players; wicket-keeper batter Ryan Rickelton and fast bowler Ottniel Baartman.
Markram leads 15-man Proteas T20 World Cup squad, two debutants included
Proteas white-ball coach Rob Walter on Tuesday named his 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled from 1-29 June in the West Indies and USA.
"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation
Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mark Boucher has revealed that star batter and former captain Rohit Sharma often gives awkward hugs and handshakes to others. In a video uploaded by MI's social media handles, the coaching staff of the franchises shared unknown facts about their players. Head coach Mark Boucher, batting coach Kieron Pollard and bowling coach James Pannent offered the behind-the-scenes glimpse into the dynamics of the MI players. "Coaches spill the tea on our players and you don't want to miss this!" MI captioned the video.
Watch: Rohit Sharma-Hardik Pandya Moment After Win Over Punjab Kings Is Great News For Mumbai Indians Fans
There has been a lot of chatter over the captaincy situation in Mumbai Indians with the fanbase split over the decision to appoint Hardik Pandya as the skipper in place of Rohit Sharma ahead of the new season. Things got worse as the five-time champions lost three matches on the trot and Hardik was booed by a section of the crowd at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. While MI did win their next two games in IPL 2024, the rumours of a possible rift between Rohit and Hardik continued to dominate headlines and the loss against Chennai Super Kings once again led to massive criticism from fans and experts. However, following MI's thrilling win over Punjab Kings on Thursday, Hardik and Rohit shared a brilliant moment and it is exactly what Mumbai Indians fans wanted to see as the team eye resurgence in IPL 2024.
"We Were Soft In...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Admission After Narrow Win Against Punjab Kings
Following the victory against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya said that it was a good game to win and during the second innings, everyone's nerves got tested. Brilliant bowling performances by Jasprit Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee guided the Mumbai Indians (MI) to a 9-run victory over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 33rd encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on Thursday.