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New South Wales nixes Big Bash privatisation plan, Queensland defers
MELBOURNE, April 15 : Cricket Australia's (CA) hopes of opening the Big Bash League (BBL) to private investment have hit a major roadblock after New South Wales rejected a plan to sell stakes in the nation's T20 franchises and Queensland deferred its decision.
Perth Scorchers win sixth BBL title after trouncing Sydney Sixers
PERTH, Jan 25 : Perth Scorchers raced to their sixth Big Bash League title on Sunday with an emphatic six-wicket victory over Sydney Sixers in the final at Perth Stadium.
Edwards to coach England women's team
Charlotte Edwards has been named head coach of the England women’s cricket team, the England & Wales Cricket Board said on Tuesday.
Virat Kohli To Play In Big Bash League? Social Media Post Breaks Internet
A social media post from Big Bash League franchise Sydney Sixes about Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli has gone viral. Sydney Sixers announced on Tuesday that Virat has signed with them for the next two BBL seasons. For context, the BCCI does not allow any centrally-contracted India cricketers to play in any domestic cricket league other than the Indian Premier League (IPL). As a result, the announcement came as a huge shock for fans who were left stunned. However, the Sixers later revealed that this was a prank planned by them to celebrate April Fools' Day.
David Warner Backs This Star As Australia Captain For Tests vs Sri Lanka
Former opener David Warner has backed Travis Head to be Australia's new Test captain if Steve Smith isn't fit for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka due to an elbow injury suffered in the Big Bash League (BBL). Smith was named as Australia's Test captain for the Sri Lanka tour after Pat Cummins was unavailable due to left ankle soreness and the birth of his second child. But Cricket Australia (CA) said on Sunday that Smith sustained an injury to his right elbow whilst throwing in the field for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League on Friday.
Steve Smith Slams Stunning Ton For Sydney Sixers, Equals Massive Big Bash League Record
Steve Smith equaled the record for most centuries in the Big Bash League (BBL) history, playing for Sydney Sixers against Perth Scorchers on Saturday. The 35-year-old Australian maestro scored an unbeaten 121 off just 64 balls, hammering 10 fours and seven towering sixes to equal the feat. His innings propelled the Sixers to an imposing total of 222/3 in their 20 overs, laying the foundation for a thrilling contest. Smith's century came off 58 deliveries, marking his fourth T20 century and his third in the history of the BBL.
"Hurt A Little Bit But...": Steve Smith On Missing Out On 10,000 Test Runs At Sydney
Australian batter Steve Smith opened up on missing 10,000 Test runs milestone by a single run following his dismissal during the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against India, saying that though it hurt him a little, getting the desired result in the match and series was important. Smith had a solid Border-Gavaskar Trophy with the bat despite two disappointing games to start things off. Smith scored two centuries reminding fans and selectors that he is still every bit an elite Test batter, but missed out on an important milestone of 10,000 Test runs after being dismissed for four by Prasidh Krishna in his final inning of the series at home ground of Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).