Cricket chiefs scrap controversial 'soft signals'
The changes, ratified by the International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executives' committee, will come into effect on 1 June with the Lord's Test between England and Ireland.
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ICC scraps 'unnecessary' soft signal ahead of WTC final
On-field umpires will no longer be required to give a soft signal before referring decisions to TV umpires, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday as it detailed several changes to playing conditions.
Sunil Gavaskar's "Once In A Century" Praise For MS Dhoni, Hopes It's Not His Last IPL
Chennai Super Kings played their last league match of IPL 2023 at their home ground Chepauk on Sunday against Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite ending up on the losing side, it was a very special moment for all the CSK fans as the team, led by MS Dhoni, took a lap around the ground and thanked the crowd for their massive support. The march also turned out to be a tear-jerker for many fans as it hinted towards a possible farewell of the CSK skipper. Since the beginning of the season, many speculations have been made that it will be the last season for Dhoni as a player.
MS Dhoni "Will Not Be Playing IPL Next Year": Mohammad Kaif's 'Intuition' On CSK Skipper's Future
Every single year MS Dhoni comes out to play for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League, fans pray for 'one more year' from the Thala. The IPL 2023 season has been no different, with calls for Dhoni to continue intensifying as the tournament nears its conclusion. Though Dhoni himself hasn't confirmed if he intends to continue playing or hang his boots, former cricketers have different perspectives on the entire saga. As the chatter over MS Dhoni's future continues, Mohammad Kaif feels the 41-year-old has given 'enough hints' to suggest that he isn't going to play next year.
MS Dhoni's 'Special Gift' For Rinku Singh After KKR's Win Over CSK In IPL 2023
Following the conclusion of their set of home matches on Sunday, Chennai Super Kings stars took a lap of honour around the MA Chidambaram Stadium to thank the fans for their support. Though the match -- what could be CSK's final game of the season at home if they don't qualify for the playoffs -- ended in a loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, the players of the side made sure the fans didn't go their homes disappointed. MS Dhoni was the epi-centre of the lap of honour that took place at Chepauk on Sunday night.
Pakistan Cricket Board Chief Najam Sethi Wants BCCI To "Take Good, Rational Decision" On 2023 Asia Cup
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi has urged BCCI to take a "rational decision" to solve the crisis looming over his country's hosting of the 2023 Asia Cup, saying the situation should not lead to Pakistan boycotting the World Cup to be hosted by India. India has ruled out travelling to Pakistan. Sethi said Pakistan is placed high in the ODI rankings and cannot be "ignored". According to Sky Sports, a 'hybrid' model was proposed by the PCB where both teams play their matches in the United Arab Emirates.
Big Decision By ICC Ahead OF World Test Championship Final, 'Soft Signal' By On-field Umpires Scrapped
The ICC has decided to do away with the contentious 'soft signal' by on-field officials, which had often been criticised by experts as it is believed to have created more confusion for TV umpires after a decision was referred upstairs. The 'soft signal' was used to determine the validity of catches taken inches off the ground, which couldn't necessarily be confirmed through naked eye. According to ICC rules, a "soft signal is the visual communication by the bowler's end umpire to the third umpire (accompanied by additional information via two-way radio where necessary) of his/her initial on-field decision prior to initiating an Umpire Review."
"Keep Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Fresh For ODIs, Tests": Ravi Shastri All For Big Change In India's T20I Team
After the 2022 T20 World Cup, where India could not go beyond the semi-final stage, there have been deliberations on whether fresh blood and ideas needed to be introduced in the T20I team. Many reports suggested that Hardik Pandya getting regular opportunities as the Indian T20I captain, after the World Cup, is an indication in that direction. While the discussions continue on that front, former India coach Ravi Shastri has suggested that it's time to give youngsters a chance in the T20I squad. In a discussion on ESPNCricinfo, one of the panelists asked: "Potential Shubman Gll, Yashasvi jaiswal, Hardik Pandya at No. 3, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Jitesh Sharma, very fresh team from the past, would cup do they make the top 6?"