India's Kohli becomes top run-scorer in T20 World Cup history
India's Virat Kohli on Wednesday became the highest run-scorer in Twenty20 World Cup history when he reached 16 against Bangladesh in Adelaide.
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Cricket-South Africa appoint Maketa as interim coach for Australia test tour
(Reuters) - South Africa have named Malibongwe Maketa as interim head coach for their three-test tour of Australia starting next month, with Mark Boucher stepping down after the ongoing Twenty20 World Cup.
Proteas plot life after Boucher as Maketa named interim coach for Australia tour
Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Wednesday announced that South Africa A coach Malibongwe Maketa has been appointed as the Proteas' interim head coach for their upcoming three-match Test tour of Australia.
Netherlands beat Zimbabwe for consolation win at T20 World Cup
Paul van Meekeren's three wickets helped the Netherlands claim their first victory of the T20 World Cup Super 12 stage Wednesday as their five-wicket win all but eliminated Zimbabwe.
T20 World Cup, Zimbabwe vs Netherlands: Netherlands secure first Super 12 win, beat Zimbabwe by 5 wickets
The Netherlands chased down the small target of 118 with two overs to spare with O'Dowd hitting 52 from 47 balls, reaching 120 for 5 to collect their first points -- two -- though they are already out of the tournament. Zimababwe are also virtually out of the tournament after Wednesday's loss.
India Hope To Return To Winning Ways In Game vs Bangladesh, Rain Could Play Spoilsport
Team India will be hoping to get back on the winning track in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup 2022, as they take on Bangladesh on Wednesday in Adelaide. However, the match could get washed out as Adelaide experienced heavy rain on the eve of the match. The cricket lovers would be keeping their fingers crossed. So far, India have played three matches, winning two and losing one against South Africa. On the other hand, Bangladesh have also registered victories in the two games and lost one from their first three matches.
Rugby-Talks held on ANZAC team to face Lions, says Australia rugby chief
(Reuters) - Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan said he has opened talks with New Zealand Rugby officials to discuss fielding a combined ANZAC team against the British and Irish Lions in 2025.
Cricket-New Zealand still in good position despite England loss: Santner
(Reuters) - New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner is confident his side can still advance to the next phase of the Twenty20 World Cup despite their 20-run defeat to England in Brisbane on Tuesday.