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ICC U-19 World Cup: 7 Unvaccinated India Players Were Denied Entry Into Caribbean And Told To "Go Back", Says Report

The COVID-19 outbreak in its camp was not the only off-field challenge the Indian team overcame on its way to the U-19 World Cup triumph. India's problems began on arrival in the Caribbean islands, with as many as seven unvaccinated members of the side detained at the airport for more than 24 hours, requiring the government to step in and resolve the issue. This was after a long flight from Dubai to Port-of-Spain via Amsterdam.

Bangladesh captain Tamim unfazed by 'world best' Afghan spinners in ODI series

Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal is not fazed by an Afghanistan spin attack he describes as the world's best going into their one-day international series starting on Wednesday. All three ODIs are in Chattogram on Wednesday, Friday, and Monday, followed by two Twenty20s next week in Mirpur. The Afghan spin attack features Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Mohammad Nabi, but Tamim said on Tuesday he likes Bangladesh's chances.

ICC ODI Women's Rankings: Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh Make Gains In Standings

India's Deepti Sharma gained two spots to be at 18th while compatriot Richa Ghosh rose 15 places to occupy 54th position in the latest women's ODI batter rankings on Tuesday. India skipper Mithali Raj, who struck half-centuries in the first and second ODIs against New Zealand, maintained her second spot. Though India have had a disappointing showing so far in the series against New Zealand, there were a few positives that were reflected in the rankings.

ICA strongly condemns 'threat' to Wriddhiman Saha

Indian Cricketers' Association (ICA) on Tuesday strongly condemned the "threatening" message to veteran wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha by a senior Indian journalist and welcomed the BCCI's decision to probe the issue. The ICA urged the board to take strictest possible action in the matter.

IPL 2022: Tim David Names Mumbai Indians Bowler He Is "Looking Forward" To Facing In Nets

Mumbai Indians' newest recruit Tim David has said that he is looking forward to facing Jasprit Bumrah in the nets while replying for the franchise in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Mumbai Indians had picked up Tim David for Rs 8.25 crore on Day 2 of the mega auction. "One bowler I am looking forward to facing the most in the nets is Bumrah. I know it sounds strange because he is one of the best in the world but I believe it will be great to test myself against him. I am sure it is going to be hard work," the official website of Mumbai Indians quoted David as saying.

16-year-old Indian chess sensation Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa stuns world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen

By Ben Morse, CNN

"Legends Are Forever": Waqar Younis' Glowing Praise For Wasim Akram

They were and are still considered one of the finest fat bowling duo to have ever played the game of cricket. The 90s was a decade that belonged to the two Ws from Pakistan. Wasim Akram's lethal swing and Waqar Younis' pace and movement terrorised batter all over the world. The duo was a handful on any surface and together they won many matches for Pakistan in the 1990s.

IPL 2022: David Warner, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins To Miss Start Of IPL Despite Skipping Limited Overs Series Against Pakistan: Report

Australia's star players, including David Warner, Josh Hazelwood and Pat Cummins, will miss the start of the IPL despite skipping the limited overs series against Pakistan, which is set to coincide with the lucrative T20 league. Though the BCCI hasn't officially announced the dates of IPL-15, the league is expected to begin in the last week of March. Warner, Hazelwood and Cummins are part of the Test squad for the series in Pakistan, starting March 4-25, but will be skipping the limited overs assignment, beginning March 29.

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ICC U-19 World Cup: 7 Unvaccinated India Players Were Denied Entry Into Caribbean And Told To "Go Back", Says Report

Bangladesh captain Tamim unfazed by 'world best' Afghan spinners in ODI series

ICC ODI Women's Rankings: Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh Make Gains In Standings

ICA strongly condemns 'threat' to Wriddhiman Saha

IPL 2022: Tim David Names Mumbai Indians Bowler He Is "Looking Forward" To Facing In Nets

16-year-old Indian chess sensation Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa stuns world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen

"Legends Are Forever": Waqar Younis' Glowing Praise For Wasim Akram

IPL 2022: David Warner, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins To Miss Start Of IPL Despite Skipping Limited Overs Series Against Pakistan: Report