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"Felt Disrespected": David Warner Slams Cricket Australia Over Captaincy Ban Saga

Veteran batter David Warner has slammed Cricket Australia (CA) for attempting to revoke his lifetime captaincy ban last year. In 2018, Warner, alongwith Steve Smith, was banned for two years, having played his part in a ball-tampering scandal. CA had also imposed a leadership ban on him. However, after CA reworded its code of conduct which initially stated players could not review a sanction once they had accepted it, Warner submitted an appeal to have his ban overturned in November last year.

BCCI Announces India 'A' Squad For Acc Emerging Women's Asia Cup

Batting all-rounder Shweta Sehrawat will lead a 14-member Indian 'A' squad in the upcoming ACC Emerging Women's Asia Cup beginning in Hong Kong on June 12. India 'A' will begin their campaign on June 13 against hosts Hong Kong at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground. "The All India Women's Selection Committee on Friday announced the India 'A' (Emerging) squad for the upcoming ACC Emerging Women's Asia Cup 2023," BCCI said in a release.

Watch: On 'Most Successful IPL Team', Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard Engage In Hilarious Banter

Chennai Super Kings secured the record-equalling 5th title in the Indian Premier league (IPL) as they defeated Gujarat Titans in the final of the 16th edition of the league. With the top spot now shared between CSK and MI, their former players Dwayne Bravo and Kieron Pollard engaged in a hilarious banter, looking the settle the 'most successful IPL franchise' debate. Bravo even took to Instagram to share a video of the debate between him and Pollard, asking fans to help him settle the debate.

Australia Unsure On R Ashwin's Participation In WTC Final. Here's Why

Australia are expecting Ravindra Jadeja to feature in India's playing XI in the World Test Championship final but are unsure about Ravichandran Ashwin's participation in the marque contest to be played at The Oval starting June 7. India utilised three spinners during the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy series with both Ashwin (25 wickets) and Jadeja (22) shinning bright to help their side claim a 2-1 series win.

SL vs AFG 1st ODI Live Score: Mendis, Nissanka Look To Give Solid Foundation

Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Live Score:Afghanistan captain Rahmanullah Gurbaz won the toss and opted to bowl first. Afghanistan and Sri Lanka take another step forward towards ODI World Cup preparations as they square off in a 50-over assignment in the island nation. With their full-strength sides, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka face off in the first ODI at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. Ahead of the toss, Sri Lanka handed debut cap to bowler Dushan Hemantha, who will be making his ODI debut for the Lankans. (LIVE Scorecard)

"Rohit Sharma Was Out Of Form Last Year As Well": Ex India Star's Intriguing Take Ahead Of WTC Final

As the Indian cricket team heads into the World Test Championship final against Australia, there are questions over the form of skipper Rohit Sharma. The Hitman had an ordinary season for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, prompting many to question if he can deliver in the title showdown against Australia. However, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar doesn't feel Rohit's IPL form should even be considered as a worry as India gear up for the Test assignment.

"India Might Just Go With...": Ravi Shastri's Insight On Wicketkeeper Conundrum In WTC Final

The World Test Championship final is only a week away. The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team is eyeing a good result as it faces the Australian team in the summit clash at The Oval, starting on June 7. Since 2013, India have come close many times but have failed to win an ICC trophy each time. The WTC final, the second one for India, presents the team a good opportunity to end that drought. Several top players like Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant are not part of the team due to injury. Despite Bumrah's absence, the Indian pace line-up looks pretty strong. However, in Pant's absence, the choice is between Ishan Kishan and KS Bharat.

"Legend Like Sunil Gavaskar...": Ramiz Raja On Why IPL 2023 Will Be Remembered For 'Dhonimania'

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja feels the just-concluded season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be remembered for MS Dhoni. Earlier this week, Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings defeated Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2023 final, which was played on the reserve day for the first time in the competition's rich history. While recalling some of the biggest moments of the season, Raja pointed at the incident involving Sunil Gavaskar and Dhoni. During CSK's last home game of the season, Gavaskar got his shirt signed from Dhoni.

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"Felt Disrespected": David Warner Slams Cricket Australia Over Captaincy Ban Saga

BCCI Announces India 'A' Squad For Acc Emerging Women's Asia Cup

Watch: On 'Most Successful IPL Team', Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard Engage In Hilarious Banter

Australia Unsure On R Ashwin's Participation In WTC Final. Here's Why

SL vs AFG 1st ODI Live Score: Mendis, Nissanka Look To Give Solid Foundation

"Rohit Sharma Was Out Of Form Last Year As Well": Ex India Star's Intriguing Take Ahead Of WTC Final

"India Might Just Go With...": Ravi Shastri's Insight On Wicketkeeper Conundrum In WTC Final

"Legend Like Sunil Gavaskar...": Ramiz Raja On Why IPL 2023 Will Be Remembered For 'Dhonimania'