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IPL 2024: Proteas Pacer Anrich Nortje Joins Delhi Capitals Squad

Star South African pacer Anrich Nortje joined the Indian Premier League (IPL) side Delhi Capitals' (DC) squad on Monday. Nortje joined the squad after Delhi played their first match of the tournament against the Punjab Kings (PBKS), where they faced a 4-wicket loss. The official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Delhi-based franchise shared a small glimpse of the 30-year-old joining the team. "Everything moved a little Nortje today," DC wrote on X.

Shaheen Afridi's Pakistan Captaincy In Trouble? PCB Provides Massive Update

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has indicated that a decision on Shaheen Shah Afridi's future as captain of the T20 team will be taken after the upcoming national camp in Kakul. According to sources in PCB sources, wicketkeeper Mohammed Rizwan is being tipped to take over as captain in both white-ball formats. "The selection committee and board is working on two or three things and the selectors will take decision on the captaincy after the training camp in Kakul," Naqvi told reporters. "The selection committee has to do some brainstorming and sit together and decide on the captain," Naqvi said, adding that his committee is in favour of continuity.

"Hardik Made A Decision": Kieron Pollard's Sharp Reply To Question On MI Skipper

Mumbai Indians' batting coach Kieron Pollard backed Hardik Pandya's move to open the bowling instead of Jasprit Bumrah and also said the skipper batting at number seven in their IPL opener against Gujarat Titans was a "collective decision". An inexplicable batting strategy saw MI lose their opener by six runs here on Sunday after they looked on course for victory. Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to bowl first and surprisingly, Hardik opened the bowling against his former side.

"Tough To Support Someone Like Me": Riyan Parag Admits He Is 'Different Character'

Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Riyan Parag proved his worth to the franchise after being promoted to bat at the No. 4 spot against Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match on Sunday. Parag scored a 29-ball 43 while orchestrating a 93-run stand with skipper Sanju Samson, who scored 82 off 52. While Samson was the focal point of Rajasthan's batting, Parag did well playing second fiddle to the skipper. The young all-rounder, however, has struggled for support from fans, and he admitted that it's all down to his character.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy Between India And Australia Extended To 5 Tests

The latest edition of the marquee Border-Gavaskar Trophy was on Monday extended by a match with India and Australia set to play five Tests later this year for the first time since the 1991-92 season, announced the Cricket Australia (CA). The full schedule for the 2024-25 series is set to be released in the coming days. "For the first time since 1991-92, Australia and India will compete across a five-Test series this summer. The extended series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be a headline of the 2024-25 home summer schedule set to be released in the coming days," CA posted on X, formerly Twitter.

"Great Place To Bat": Faf Du Plessis On M Chinnaswamy Pitch Ahead Of Clash vs Punjab Kings

Ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) upcoming clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, skipper Faf du Plessis said that it will be a "great place to bat" at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Speaking in a new episode of Game Day from RCB, the Proteas batter Du Plessis said that his side ready to take part in the upcoming match. "Obviouly the first game was at the Chennai, and there was a big Chennai crowd. Looking forward to bat here again, it's a great place to bat and I think the boys are very keens to start," Du Plessis said.

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Surprised Reaction As Hardik Pandya Sends Him To Field On Boundary

The change of guard at Mumbai Indians came to the fore as the franchise took on Gujarat Titans in their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Hardik Pandya took over the reins from Rohit Sharma, leading the 5-time champions for the first time against his old franchise. The match resulted in a 6-run defeat for MI as Hardik began his captaincy stint with a loss. During the game, there were multiple moments that shed light on the new leadership structure, particularly involving Hardik and Rohit.

"Didn't Get Any Wickets": Brian Lara's Blunt Verdict On Mitchell Starc's IPL Troubles

Legendary West Indies cricket team batter Brian Lara believes that fast bowler Mitchell Starc had a bad outing in his first game for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2024 but pointed out that he is experienced enough to bounce back. Starc had a horrid time as he was taken to the cleaners by Heinrich Klaasen and the experienced Australia pacer ended up conceding 53 runs in his four overs. It was a disappointing show from the cricketer who became the costliest buy in IPL history when KKR bought him for Rs 24.75 crore in this year's auction. Lara said that Starc's strength is his bowling in the initial overs with the new ball and it is too early for the fans and the franchise to judge him considering his calibre.

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IPL 2024: Proteas Pacer Anrich Nortje Joins Delhi Capitals Squad

Shaheen Afridi's Pakistan Captaincy In Trouble? PCB Provides Massive Update

"Hardik Made A Decision": Kieron Pollard's Sharp Reply To Question On MI Skipper

"Tough To Support Someone Like Me": Riyan Parag Admits He Is 'Different Character'

Border-Gavaskar Trophy Between India And Australia Extended To 5 Tests

"Great Place To Bat": Faf Du Plessis On M Chinnaswamy Pitch Ahead Of Clash vs Punjab Kings

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Surprised Reaction As Hardik Pandya Sends Him To Field On Boundary

"Didn't Get Any Wickets": Brian Lara's Blunt Verdict On Mitchell Starc's IPL Troubles