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England vs South Africa: Ollie Robinson Replaces Matthew Potts As England Name XI For 2nd Test vs South Africa

England cricket team on Wednesday announced the playing eleven for the second match of the three-match Test series against South Africa at Emirates Old Trafford. Ollie Robinson returned to the playing XI replacing Matthew Potts in the only change from the first Test at Lord's. The second Test will take place from August 25. England's bouncebackability will be tested at Emirates Old Trafford as they look to draw level in the three-match Test series against the Proteas. Ben Stokes' side suffered an innings defeat inside three days at Lord's in the series opener.

Asia Cup permutations: How can UAE qualify to face Virat Kohli, Babar Azam and Co?

Life under new captaincy might have started with a shock defeat for UAE, but their chances of qualifying for the Asia Cup are still in their own hands.

ICC media rights: Audit firm PWC opts out of bid process; Cricket body says they were on board for 'due diligence'

PWC), advising the International Cricket Council (ICC) on the sale of media rights for the next cycle beginning with the India market, are learnt to have quit the process. While precise details of why PWC have decided to opt out are unclear, their exit comes on the heels of broadcasters constantly reminding the ICC that the process set in place for sale of rights is convoluted and lacks transparency. When asked for details, ICC told TOI: "PWC were contracted to support the ICC's media rights sales process in two phases. Firstly, providing background checks as part of the due diligence on all bids which is ongoing. The second element was to act as an independent third party to hold the financial bids securely between submission and opening. "Recent clarifications to bidders confirmed that bids can be submitted and opened simultaneously meaning PWC's services were no longer required to securely hold financial bids. PWC continue to support the process in other respects." The development takes place after a series of exchanges between the ICC and the broadcasters when the latter kept telling the governing body that the media rights tender was "confusing" and kept requesting for amendments. Here is a FAQ on the points that broadcasters had raised over the last one month.

Not Murali Or Narine, Chris Gayle Claims He's The "Greatest Off-Spinner Of All Time"

West Indies batter Chris Gayle will be turning 43 next month but it seems that the 'Universe Boss' has no intentions of retiring from the sport. Gayle, who is the leading scorer in T20s with 14,562 runs to his name, is currently gearing up for the upcoming '6ixty' - a new franchise-based 60-ball cricket tournament in the Caribbean Islands, which starts later on Wednesday. While everyone is excited to see him bat again, Gayle praised his bowling skills, and even went on to call himself the 'greatest off-spinner'.

Cheteshwar Pujara Completes 5,000 runs In List A Cricket

Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has completed 5,000 List A cricket runs. India's Test veteran accomplished this landmark during his side's One Day Cup match against Middlesex at Hove on Tuesday. Pujara unleashed a rare side of him during his side Sussex's match against Middlesex, smashing 132 runs in just 90 balls with 20 fours and two sixes. He was striking runs at a great strike rate of 146.66.

Watch: Sneak Peek Into Hardik's Life - Private Jet, Family And Practice

Asia Cup 2022 is just around the corner and so is the clash between India and Pakistan, which will be played on August 28 in Dubai. As the team gears up for the most-awaited match, India all-rounder Hardik Pandya seems to be having a good time at his residence with his family and friends, but also not making any compromises with his practice. Hardik posted a reel on Instagram, where he showcased a glimpse of the activities that he does in his entire day. Known for his swag, Hardik could be seen travelling in his private jet, donning a dapper look with a black vest and a silver chain around his neck.

Asia Cup 2022: Former Pakistan Pacer Wants Babar Azam's Side To Capitalise On India's Weakness

India and Pakistan will lock horns in the Asia Cup on August 28th and excitement has been building up among fans for the big clash. Former cricketers from both the countries have been giving their opinion on the chances of either side. Both teams will be missing their premier fast bowlers in the tournament. Pakistan will be without the dangerous Shaheen Shah Afridi, while India will miss Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel and they have decided against picking the experienced Mohammed Shami.

Bench Led By Justice DY Chandrachud To Hear BCCI Matters, Says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said the matters related to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), including amending its constitution, would be heard by a bench headed by Justice DY Chandrachud. A bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana said that earlier judgement of August 9, 2018 in the BCCI matters was passed by a bench comprising then CJI Dipak Misra and Justices A M Khanwilkar and Chandrachud. The bench, also comprising Justices Hima Kohli and C T Ravikumar, observed that Justices Misra and Khanwilkar have since retired.

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England vs South Africa: Ollie Robinson Replaces Matthew Potts As England Name XI For 2nd Test vs South Africa

Asia Cup permutations: How can UAE qualify to face Virat Kohli, Babar Azam and Co?

ICC media rights: Audit firm PWC opts out of bid process; Cricket body says they were on board for 'due diligence'

Not Murali Or Narine, Chris Gayle Claims He's The "Greatest Off-Spinner Of All Time"

Cheteshwar Pujara Completes 5,000 runs In List A Cricket

Watch: Sneak Peek Into Hardik's Life - Private Jet, Family And Practice

Asia Cup 2022: Former Pakistan Pacer Wants Babar Azam's Side To Capitalise On India's Weakness

Bench Led By Justice DY Chandrachud To Hear BCCI Matters, Says Supreme Court