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New Zealand Recall Milne and Bracewell for India T20 Series as Ravindra Misses Out

Michael Bracewell celebrates after bringing up a 57-ball century, India vs New Zealand, 1st ODI, Hyderabad, January 18, 2023© Associated Press.

New Zealand have announced a 16-man squad for the five-match T20I series against India, including experienced pacer Adam Milne and all-rounder Michael Bracewell who missed the previous series due to injury. But Rachin Ravindra has been ruled out of the series following a shoulder injury last week. The series will kick off at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on 22 October… Continue reading New Zealand Recall Milne and Bracewell for India T20 Series as Ravindra Misses Out

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Saqlain Mushtaq Challenges Tauseef Over Shadab Khan Selection Claims

Former Pakistan cricket chief selector Tauseef Ahmed has alleged that former head coach Saqlain Mushtaq was attempting to sway the decision on the selection of all-rounder Shadab Khan. The claim came up in a recent interview of Tauseef on former Pakistan batter Fawad Alam’s podcast. While talking about favouritism in the team selection, Tauseef said Saqlain was very interested in… Continue reading Saqlain Mushtaq Challenges Tauseef Over Shadab Khan Selection Claims

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Rachin Ravindra Doubtful for India T20 Series After Shoulder Injury

Rachin Ravindra was the pick of New Zealand's bowlers Robert Cianflone / © AFP/Getty Images

All-rounder Rachin Ravindra dislocated his right shoulder in a promotional shoot in Auckland and is a doubt for next month’s T20 series against India for New Zealand. Ravindra sustained the injury on Wednesday during a commercial shoot with broadcaster Sky in which he was caught by a forward thrower, New Zealand Cricket said in a statement Saturday. The 26-year-old was… Continue reading Rachin Ravindra Doubtful for India T20 Series After Shoulder Injury

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Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of South Africa vs Australia ODI Series

South Africa have again lost a bowler as fast bowler Lungi Ngidi is rested for the next three ODI series against Australia. Ngidi picked up a right hamstring injury while playing in a domestic first-class match this week. Cricket South Africa said scans conducted on Wednesday showed that the 30-year-old pacer would need a period of rehabilitation. That name joins… Continue reading Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of South Africa vs Australia ODI Series

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India Recall Kohli and Rohit for West Indies ODI Series

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been called up to the 50-over format team for the three-match ODI series against the West Indies. Shubman Gill will remain as the ODI captain of the Indian team while KL Rahul will now serve as the vice-captain. The series will kick off in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja are… Continue reading India Recall Kohli and Rohit for West Indies ODI Series

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Australia Beat Zimbabwe by 59 Runs in First ODI

Matt Renshaw celebrates after reaching his half century REUTERS/Hollie Adams/File Photo

Australia registered their first ODI win in Zimbabwe in three matches on Tuesday with Matt Renshaw hitting his first ODI century and Nathan Ellis picking five wickets. Australia won the toss and electing to bat first, they scored 294 runs for 8 wickets in 50 ball. Renshaw scored 109 to anchor the stand and ended a wait of a long… Continue reading Australia Beat Zimbabwe by 59 Runs in First ODI

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Joe Root Leads England to 3-0 Test Series Win Over Pakistan

Joe Root walks off with Jordan Cox after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

On Saturday, England swept the Test series 3-0 by eight wickets at Edgbaston, with Joe Root taking charge of the chase with an unbeaten 62. Pakistan had given England a target of 130, following the dismissal of their side in the second innings for 449. England was bowled out after a worrying beginning, losing the first wicket, Ben Duckett, with… Continue reading Joe Root Leads England to 3-0 Test Series Win Over Pakistan

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Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan Ineligible for Domestic Cricket

Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Rizwan

In the latest addition to the already existing saga, Pakistan’s batsman Imam ul Haq and Mohammad Rizwan will not be able to participate in the President’s Trophy that begins in a few days as they have been declared ineligible by the sources. Sui Southern Gas Company was to be represented by Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq was appointed captain of the Oil… Continue reading Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan Ineligible for Domestic Cricket

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Josh Tongue Routs Pakistan as England Dominate Third Test

Pakistan’s batting implosion on the opening day of the third Test at Edgbaston on Wednesday inched England towards a 3-0 series whitewash. Pakistan had been sent in to bat with 33.5 overs remaining and they were bowled out for only 133. Josh Tongue led the bowlers with 4-42, Ollie Robinson claimed 3-15 and Jofra Archer collected 3-25 to see England’s… Continue reading Josh Tongue Routs Pakistan as England Dominate Third Test

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Mark Chapman Moves to Casual Contract to Play in Big Bash League

New Zealand’s Mark Chapman (R) celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the fifth and final Twenty20 match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, on Monday. — AFP

New Zealand batter Mark Chapman has signed a casual contract for the 2026-27 season with New Zealand Cricket, which will enable him to compete in Australia’s Big Bash League and still be available for international duty. He has played 129 games for New Zealand in white-ball cricket. He will now play in the upcoming white-ball action against India, before heading… Continue reading Mark Chapman Moves to Casual Contract to Play in Big Bash League