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"We Beat Travis Head's Bat 15 Times...": Rahul Dravid On 'Luck' Factor In 2023 ODI World Cup Final Loss

Former Indian head coach and skipper Rahul Dravid opened up on Australian batter Travis Head's counter-attacking knock against Men in Blue in the ICC Cricket World Cup final last year, which shattered the country's dreams of lifting the trophy at home. Speaking at the CEAT Cricket Awards on Wednesday, Dravid said that the Indian bowlers managed to beat Travis's bat around 15 times, but he did not touch a single ball, highlighting that sometimes, one just needs a bit of luck even though cricket is largely a skill-based game.

Pak vs Ban, 1st Test: Bangladesh 27-0 After Rizwan, Shakeel Hit Hundreds On Day 2

Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel knocked brilliant centuries to guide Pakistan to an imposing 448-6 declared before Bangladesh closed the second day on 27-0 in Rawalpindi on Thursday. Rizwan's unbeaten 171 was his Test best and third century in the format while Shakeel's 141 was equally polished as the duo lifted Pakistan from a precarious 16-3 on Wednesday. Bangladesh openers Shadman Islam was 12 and Zakir Hasan on 11, negotiating 12 overs of pace without any problem as the Rawalpindi stadium pitch has not assisted bowlers as predicted.

Zaheer Khan Set For IPL Return, In Talks With This Franchise Ahead Of 2025 Season

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan is in contention to assume the mentorship role of Lucknow Super Giants ahead of the next season of the Indian Premier League. The 45-year-old was head of global development at Mumbai Indians (MI) and before that held the position of director of cricket for the franchise from 2018-2022. As a player, Zaheer has featured in 100 IPL games as part of three franchises -- MI, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Delhi Daredevils across 10 seasons, claiming 102 wickets at an economy of 7.59.

LIVE | England v Sri Lanka - Day 2

Play on the second day of the first Test between England and Sri Lanka at Old Trafford resumed on Thursday after rain washed out the morning session.

New BCB President Faruque Ahmed Questions Coach Chandika Hathurusinghe's Role, Eyes Total Overhaul Of Setup

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) newly elected president, Faruque Ahmed has made his stance clear: Chandika Hathurusinghe's time as head coach may be nearing its end. Faruque, who had already expressed concerns about Hathurusinghe's return even before assuming office, reiterated his belief that Bangladesh needs a change in leadership ahead of crucial upcoming tournaments. "I am yet to find out about Chandika Hathurusinghe's contract," Faruque told reporters at Sher-E-Bangla stadium. "I have to see some stuff officially, but I have not moved from my previous stance. I need to speak to my colleagues in the next two or three days and see if we can find someone better than him. We need to prepare a shortlist and see who is willing to join us."

ICC To Get New Female Director As Indra Nooyi's Six-Year Term Ends

The International Cricket Council is on the lookout for a new female independent director after PepsiCo head Indra Nooyi's six-year tenure came to an end last month. The world body is also set to get a new chairman after incumbent Greg Barclay's refusal to seek a third term. Nooyi, who became ICC's first independent woman director in 2018, has completed her full term. It is understood that ICC's all-powerful board has already started looking for a high-profile name like Nooyi, who was one of the most sought after names in corporate world.

"Because Of The Nature...": Matthew Hayden On Why 'Australian Public' Will Take Note Of Rishabh Pant

Batting great Matthew Hayden feels Rishabh Pant will a key player for India when they travel to Australia for a five-Test series later this year owing to his "muscle memory and thirst for victory" that made him such a sensation during the team's previous tour Down Under. The eagerly-anticipated five-Test series starts on November 22 at Perth.

England vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 Live Score Updates

England vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 Live: Dhananjaya de Silva and debutant fast bowler Milan Rathnayake both made fine fifties as Sri Lanka recovered from a dramatic top-order collapse on Wednesday's opening day of the first Test against England at Old Trafford. Sri Lanka were in dire straits at 6 for 3 after skipper De Silva won the toss, losing their first three wickets for no runs in 10 balls. Yet they recovered to 236 all out, De Silva top-scoring with 74 and tailender Rathnayake, with only his third first-class fifty, close behind in making 72. The pair checked England's progress during an eighth-wicket partnership of 63, with no other Sri Lanka batsman making more than Kusal Mendis's 24. (Live Scorecard)

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"We Beat Travis Head's Bat 15 Times...": Rahul Dravid On 'Luck' Factor In 2023 ODI World Cup Final Loss

Pak vs Ban, 1st Test: Bangladesh 27-0 After Rizwan, Shakeel Hit Hundreds On Day 2

Zaheer Khan Set For IPL Return, In Talks With This Franchise Ahead Of 2025 Season

LIVE | England v Sri Lanka - Day 2

New BCB President Faruque Ahmed Questions Coach Chandika Hathurusinghe's Role, Eyes Total Overhaul Of Setup

ICC To Get New Female Director As Indra Nooyi's Six-Year Term Ends

"Because Of The Nature...": Matthew Hayden On Why 'Australian Public' Will Take Note Of Rishabh Pant

England vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2 Live Score Updates