Jack Leach joins Virat Kohli in missing rest of India v England Test series
England spinner Jack Leach will miss the rest of the Test series in India due to the knee injury he picked up during the opening match in Hyderabad.
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'Likely To Happen For 13th Time": Sunil Gavaskar's Big Prediction For IPL 2024
Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar was very impressed with Chennai Super Kings' activities in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 and he made a huge prediction regarding the MS Dhoni-led side. Gavaskar said that CSK lacked a little in bowling during the IPL 2023 but their additions have made them stronger in that department. The former India opener also lauded the team management for balancing youth and experience in the side and backed them to reach the play-offs. The five-time winners are among the most celebrated IPL sides and they have reached the play-offs on 12 occasions.
"MS Dhoni Had Quick Hands But...": England Great Makes Sensational Claim
Former England wicket-keeper Alec Stewart was all praise for Ben Foakes and added that currently, he is faster behind the stumps in comparison to MS Dhoni. During a recent interview, Stewart was asked about Foakes who has impressed with his glovework in the ongoing Test series against India and the former cricketer was quick to compare him to one of the modern greats in the sport. “He does things that no one else can do. His hand speed is second to none,” Stewart told The Times.
"Absolute Legend": Shubman Gill Meets World Number One Doubles Tennis Star Rohan Bopanna
Star India opener Shubman Gill shared a picture with ace Tennis star Rohan Bopanna on Saturday. The right-hand batter took to his official Instagram handle and posted a photo with the World number one men's doubles player, calling him an "Absolute legend". In the summit clash of the Australian Open men's doubles competition, Bopanna and Matthew Ebden beat Italy's Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori in straight sets 7-6, 7-5 in a thrilling encounter.
Glenn Maxwell Equals Rohit Sharma's World Record With T20I Ton Against West Indies
Glenn Maxwell slammed a sensational century to equal India skipper Rohit Sharma's world record during the second T20I encounter against West Indies in Adelaide on Sunday. This was Maxwell's fifth century in the shortest format of the sport and he became only the second batter ever after Rohit to achieve the massive feat. Maxwell looked in supreme form as he scored 120 off 55 deliveries with the help of 12 boundaries and 8 sixes. The knock was filled with exciting shots and thanks to his blistering innings, Australia posted their highest T20I total against West Indies - 241/4 in 20 overs.
South Africa Spinner Keshav Maharaj Joins Fortune Barishal For Maiden Stint In Bangladesh Premier League
South Africa's experienced spinner Keshav Maharaj will feature in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) for the first time after he signed up with Fortune Barishal. The 34-year-old is set to arrive in Chattogram on February 13 which will make him available for their game which will take place on next day. While Maharaj is all set to make his debut in BPL, the South Africa team will be engaged in the second Test against New Zealand in Hamilton from February 13.
England's Leach ruled out of India tests with knee injury
England spin spearhead Jack Leach will miss the rest of their five-match test series against India due to a left knee injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Sunday.
"It's Stuff Of Dreams": Sikandar Raza After Leading Dubai Capitals To Victory vs Desert Vipers
Sikander Raza was in his best form as the Dubai Capitals secured an important victory over the Desert Vipers in the ILT20 clash at the Dubai International Stadium. Chasing 171 for victory, Raza hit a six in the last ball of the match to help his team in the race for the playoffs. Speaking about the moment that he won his team the match, the Zimbabwean all-rounder said, "It's the stuff of dreams. From my point of view, we needed this win to stay alive in the competition. And a win like that goes a long way to boost our confidence. It has suddenly made us believe that we can win from any position. We are confident that we can make it to the semifinals. Going into the game against MI Emirates, we have a chance to stay in the hunt for the playoffs because of this win."