Yuvraj Singh writes to BCCI, seeks nod to play in overseas T20 leagues
5 years, 9 months ago

Yuvraj Singh writes to BCCI, seeks nod to play in overseas T20 leagues

The Hindu  

Yuvraj Singh has formally written to the BCCI seeking the board’s permission to play in T20 leagues around the world. The swashbuckling batsman called time on his glorious international career last week and expressed his desire to play overseas leagues for “fun”. The BCCI has barred active players from taking part in overseas T20 leagues and that is one of the reasons why Yuvraj considered retirement and make himself available for competitions around the world. RELATED| Yuvraj Singh's top 10 knocks: From NatWest Trophy flourish to World Cup glory Last month, Irfan Pathan became the first Indian player to be included in the Caribbean Premier League draft though he remains an active first-class player and did not take prior permission from the BCCI.

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Indians should be allowed to play overseas leagues only after retiring: Dinesh Karthik
1 month, 1 week ago

Indians should be allowed to play overseas leagues only after retiring: Dinesh Karthik

India Today  

Dinesh Karthik said that Indian cricketers should be allowed to take part in overseas T20 leagues only after retirement. The 39-year-old Karthik, who has played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and many other teams, said that the BCCI’s call to bar Indian cricketers from participating in foreign T20 leagues shouldn’t be questioned. 1, I believe Indian …

Would love to see India's 'sixer man' in ILT20: Virender Sehwag's proposal to Yuvraj Singh
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Would love to see India's 'sixer man' in ILT20: Virender Sehwag's proposal to Yuvraj Singh

Hindustan Times  

ILT20 is quickly becoming one of the most followed global T20 leagues worldwide, a testament to the quality of cricket on show. While ILT20 currently has limited participation from Indian superstars, Sehwag hopes to see that change by bringing in none other than Yuvraj Singh on board. So, we would love to see some Indian players participate in ILT20," said …

Yuvraj Singh defends Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir despite BGT debacle: ‘He needs more time…’
2 months, 1 week ago

Yuvraj Singh defends Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir despite BGT debacle: ‘He needs more time…’

Live Mint  

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh has come out in support of Rohit Sharma, despite the continuous losses the team has suffered under his leadership. While describing the 3-0 whitewash by New Zealand as a "tougher pill to swallow", Yuvraj spoke about Sharma's achievements as captain, including winning the T20 World Cup last year and the IPL trophy five times. Team …

Opportunities galore, but cricketers caught in the crossfire
7 months ago

Opportunities galore, but cricketers caught in the crossfire

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: It wasn’t just Dean Elgar, but Heinrich Klaasen too. Don’t think many people do,” Tim Southee, New Zealand Test captain replied when asked to crystal gaze. In New Zealand Cricket, Kane and Devon are still committed but have been given the flexibility, which is where the ‘casual playing contract’ comes in.” The casual contract allows the two players to …

Babar Azam doesn't deserve a place in Pakistan's T20I team: Virender Sehwag
9 months, 1 week ago

Babar Azam doesn't deserve a place in Pakistan's T20I team: Virender Sehwag

India Today  

Virender Sehwag said that Babar Azam doesn’t deserve a spot in the T20I team if Pakistan ring in the changes in leadership following their underwhelming campaign in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024. T20 World Cup Coverage | Points Table | T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule | Player Stats ‘Babar Azam’s performances not up to the mark’ “Babar Azam is …

Legends Intercontinental T20 League launched feat Brett Lee, Parthiv and Swann; to be played in USA in August
10 months ago

Legends Intercontinental T20 League launched feat Brett Lee, Parthiv and Swann; to be played in USA in August

India TV News  

Among host of cricket tournaments for the legends of the game which have emerged post-pandemic, the newest T20 league for the former cricketers and some of the greats of the game has been launched - the Legends Intercontinental T20 League 2024. The tournament was launched in New Delhi in the presence of some of the legends of the game including …

Sunil Gavaskar lambasts foreign cricket boards, wants salary deduction of players leaving IPL 2024 early
10 months, 1 week ago

Sunil Gavaskar lambasts foreign cricket boards, wants salary deduction of players leaving IPL 2024 early

India TV News  

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has come down hard on foreign cricket boards and players, who are leaving the Indian Premier League early to play for their countries. Notably, the England Cricket Board has called all of its T20 World Cup-bound players for the series against Pakistan, which will begin on May 22. "I am all for players choosing country …

IPL form barely considered for India T20 World Cup squad, skipper Sharma says
10 months, 3 weeks ago

IPL form barely considered for India T20 World Cup squad, skipper Sharma says

Associated Press  

MUMBAI, India — Captain Rohit Sharma says current Indian Premier League form was hardly a factor when it came to picking India’s squad for the T20 World Cup. After their T20 World Cup exit in November 2022, the batting stars didn’t play another Twenty20 for India until this past January, when Afghanistan visited. “These players have been around because they …

Twenty20 World Cup | Yuvraj identifies Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah as key to India's prospects
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Twenty20 World Cup | Yuvraj identifies Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah as key to India's prospects

The Hindu  

Former India star Yuvraj Singh has identified the swashbuckling Suryakumar Yadav and pace ace Jasprit Bumrah as key to the team's prospects in the upcoming T20 World Cup owing to their ability to "change the complexion of a game" in a jiffy. "I think Jasprit Bumrah is also the key with the bowling and I would like to see a …

IPL-17 | Might as well play five overseas cricketers, says David Warner
11 months ago

IPL-17 | Might as well play five overseas cricketers, says David Warner

The Hindu  

David Warner, the most successful overseas cricketer in Indian Premier League history, has suggested an additional overseas player as an aftermath to the introduction of the Impact Player. “You have got 12 players that are playing anyway at the moment, so you might as well make it five.” It may sound radical but with an increasing feeling of team combinations …

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir says he is available for T20 World Cup selection
1 year ago

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir says he is available for T20 World Cup selection

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir says he is available for the upcoming T20 World Cup after having “positive discussions” with Pakistan Cricket Board officials. The left-arm fast bowler played his last T20 international against England in August 2020 before he quit international cricket, saying he was mentally tortured. On Saturday, all-rounder Imad Wasim said that he’s also available …

Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Brett Lee to be part of ECB-sanctioned T20 tournament
1 year, 1 month ago

Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Brett Lee to be part of ECB-sanctioned T20 tournament

Hindustan Times  

Edgbaston is all set to host the highly-anticipated World Championship of Legends in the coming summer, which will feature legendary cricketers like Yuvraj Singh, Brett Lee, Kevin Petersen, Suresh Raina, and Shahid Afridi, among other retired and non-contracted-players from cricketing powerhouses – England, India, Pakistan, Australia, West Indies, and South Africa. Brett Lee The league has been crafted by Zabawa …

'Thank god I'm not playing now. The way batters insult bowlers these days...': Akhtar's blunt assessment of modern game
1 year, 2 months ago

'Thank god I'm not playing now. The way batters insult bowlers these days...': Akhtar's blunt assessment of modern game

Hindustan Times  

In recent years, the cricketing landscape has witnessed a significant transformation in player schedules, becoming increasingly demanding with the proliferation of various T20 franchise leagues. Leagues like the Big Bash League in Australia, the Pakistan Super League, and the Caribbean Premier League soon became prominent fixtures on the global cricketing calendar. Last year, South Africa introduced the SA20, while the …

IND vs AFG 2nd T20I Playing XIs: Virat Kohli returns after 14 months, India make two major changes
1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs AFG 2nd T20I Playing XIs: Virat Kohli returns after 14 months, India make two major changes

India TV News  

Indian captain Rohit Sharma won the crucial toss in the second T20I game against Afghanistan and decided to bowl first at Indore's Holkar Cricket Stadium. As expected, India made two changes to their playing XIs with Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal coming in for Tilak Varma and Shubman Gill. With regulars Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav and Ruturaj Gaikwad missing out …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma can still play T20 cricket for India, believes Ashish Nehra
1 year, 4 months ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma can still play T20 cricket for India, believes Ashish Nehra

Firstpost  

Nehra downplayed the impact of the ODI World Cup loss and said that Kohli, Rohit can still score runs. India’s batting stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, have been absent from T20Is ever since the team was knocked out of the semi-final of the last T20 World Cup. Nehra also downplayed the impact of the ODI World Cup loss and …

Don't see why Virat Kohli should not play ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Sanjay Bangar
1 year, 7 months ago

Don't see why Virat Kohli should not play ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Sanjay Bangar

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes that Virat Kohli's experience, skill, and ability to perform under pressure make him an indispensable part of India's squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, which will be played in the West Indies and US from June 4 to 30. Kohli was a member of the Indian squad that advanced to the …

Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play T20 World Cup 2024? India captain sheds light on absence from action
1 year, 7 months ago

Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play T20 World Cup 2024? India captain sheds light on absence from action

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has played down speculation about his T20I future, saying that him and Virat Kohli are not playing the shortest format of the game at the highest level due to workload management. Rohit Sharma, speaking at an event in Mumbai, said India are focused on making sure they have their mainstays of the ODI team fit for …

You did not ask about him? Rohit Sharma flares up, reveals why he and Virat Kohli are not playing T20Is
1 year, 7 months ago

You did not ask about him? Rohit Sharma flares up, reveals why he and Virat Kohli are not playing T20Is

India TV News  

Team India skipper Rohit Sharma and his predecessor Virat Kohli have given themselves ample time to rest and stay fresh for the big ODI assignments in 2023 including the Asia Cup followed by the ICC Cricket World Cup. Both Kohli and Rohit have not played T20Is for India since the T20 World Cup last year in Australia and their continued …

Uthappa says unfair to have cooling-off period for retired cricketers who want to play overseas T20 leagues
1 year, 7 months ago

Uthappa says unfair to have cooling-off period for retired cricketers who want to play overseas T20 leagues

The Hindu  

A cooling-off period for retired Indian cricketers who want to play in overseas T20 leagues would be “uncomfortable and unfair”, reckons former India international Robin Uthappa. The BCCI has been mulling a cooling-off period which would prevent players from joining overseas leagues right after their retirement. We do not have any central contract with the BCCI, we are not playing …

India tour of West Indies 2023: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rinku Singh set for T20I debut
1 year, 9 months ago

India tour of West Indies 2023: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rinku Singh set for T20I debut

India TV News  

Indian cricket team management is looking for big changes to its T20I squad ahead of the upcoming India tour of West Indies 2023 starting on July 12. Young batters Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jitesh Sharma, and Rinku Singh are reportedly in contention to make their international debut while Ruturaj Gaikwad and Mohit Sharma are set to make a potential comeback. West Indies …

Virat Kohli shouldn't be part of T20 World Cup? Sunil Gavaskar urges to observe his form in IPL 2024
1 year, 10 months ago

Virat Kohli shouldn't be part of T20 World Cup? Sunil Gavaskar urges to observe his form in IPL 2024

India Today  

India batting legend Sunil Gavaskar emphasised that it is premature to discuss whether Virat Kohli should be included in India's 2024 T20 World Cup squad. After India's failure in the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, rumours started circulating that both Sharma and Kohli would be phased out from the T20I team. When discussing …

Virat Kohli among first batch of India players to leave for WTC Final in wee hours of May 23
1 year, 10 months ago

Virat Kohli among first batch of India players to leave for WTC Final in wee hours of May 23

India Today  

Virat Kohli will be among the first batch of India players to leave for the World Test Championship final against Australia in London, departing in the wee hours of Tuesday. The two other players who complete the first list of seven cricketers are Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Umesh Yadav and Lucknow Super Giants' Jaydev Unadkat, who is recovering from a …

Inform Virat Kohli if you want to sideline him from Indian T20I team: Harbhajan Singh
1 year, 10 months ago

Inform Virat Kohli if you want to sideline him from Indian T20I team: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Harbhajan Singh wants the Indian selection committee to let Virat Kohli know, if they want to move on from him in the Indian T20I side. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Harbhajan Singh has said that in case the BCCI wants to build a new team for the upcoming T20 World Cup, and axe Virat Kohli for it, they should let the …

Indian players in SA20 is BCCI’s prerogative, says Graeme Smith
2 years, 3 months ago

Indian players in SA20 is BCCI’s prerogative, says Graeme Smith

Hindustan Times  

Graeme Smith, Commissioner of Cricket South Africa’s upcoming T20 league – SA20 made it clear that it is not in his powers to get Indian players involved in the league. Graeme Smith, Commissioner of Cricket South Africa’s upcoming T20 league “India has some of the most talented and vibrant cricketers in the world. At the moment, it is what it …

For India, T20-focussed approach not easy to achieve
2 years, 3 months ago

For India, T20-focussed approach not easy to achieve

Hindustan Times  

Only 18% players globally belong to ‘traditional markets’, who have a home domestic or international contract. These are the key findings of a report by the Federation of International Cricketers’ Associations FICA’s Men’s Professional Cricket Global Employment Report was released on Tuesday. After the semi-final exit at the T20 World Cup, there’s been a clarion call in Indian cricket to …

‘I’m no one to comment whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue playing T20Is': Harbhajan Singh
2 years, 3 months ago

‘I’m no one to comment whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue playing T20Is': Harbhajan Singh

Hindustan Times  

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels the Indian team's approach has to change whether the current top three -- Rohit Sharma, K L Rahul and Virat Kohli -- extend their careers till 2024 World Cup or not. There has been a lot of chatter around Rohit and Kohli's futures in the short format of the game after India's below-par show …

Ravi Shastri, Zaheer Khan contradict Anil Kumble, suggest no need for Indian players to play in overseas T20 leagues
2 years, 4 months ago

Ravi Shastri, Zaheer Khan contradict Anil Kumble, suggest no need for Indian players to play in overseas T20 leagues

Firstpost  

Ravi Shastri and Zaheer Khan said that India’s domestic structure and BCCI’s shadow tours are sufficient enough for Indian players to be absorbed in the system. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri and pace bowler Zaheer Khan have joined the conversation about the requirement for Indian players to participate in overseas T20 leagues. Plus, you get these India A tours, …

Zaheer Khan, Ravi Shastri against Indian players playing foreign leagues; Here's why
2 years, 4 months ago

Zaheer Khan, Ravi Shastri against Indian players playing foreign leagues; Here's why

India TV News  

Ravi Shastri and Zaheer Khan believe that there is no need for Indian players to play any sort of franchise cricket outside India and termed it absolutely unnecessary. The calls to let the Indian players play in global T20 tournaments gained steam after the team's semifinal exit from the T20 World Cup. "Plus you get India A tours and all …

After India’s T20 World Cup exit, Anil Kumble suggests BCCI allow young players to participate in foreign leagues
2 years, 4 months ago

After India’s T20 World Cup exit, Anil Kumble suggests BCCI allow young players to participate in foreign leagues

Firstpost  

While the overseas players are welcomed in the IPL, the BCCI doesn’t allow any active Indian cricketer to participate in these foreign leagues. Former India captain Anil Kumble wants the BCCI to allow its young players to participate in different T20 leagues around the globe to gain exposure and experience before the 2024 World Cup to be held in the …

Anil Kumble wants BCCI to allow young players to play foreign leagues
2 years, 4 months ago

Anil Kumble wants BCCI to allow young players to play foreign leagues

India TV News  

Former India captain and coach, Anil Kumble believes that BCCI should allow its up-and-coming players to take part in franchise cricket all over the world to help them gain exposure before the 2024 T20 World Cup in West Indies and the United States. Since the emergence of the Indian Premier League in 2008, many countries have started their own T20 …

Umran Malik not part of India's T20 World Cup squad for Australia is a big surprise: Brett Lee
2 years, 5 months ago

Umran Malik not part of India's T20 World Cup squad for Australia is a big surprise: Brett Lee

India Today  

Legendary Australian fast bowler Brett Lee said India's decision to not consider Umran Malik for the T20 World Cup in Australian conditions did surprise him, saying he would have loved to see the Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler unleashed on pace-rich and bouncy pitches Down Under. Brett Lee, speaking to India Today, said Umran Malik's non-selection and Cameron Green's absence …

'Just an awesome cricketer. Definitely in there...': Adam Gilchrist includes India star in list of top 5 T20I players
2 years, 5 months ago

'Just an awesome cricketer. Definitely in there...': Adam Gilchrist includes India star in list of top 5 T20I players

Hindustan Times  

The months leading up to the T20 World Cup has been dominated by bilateral T20I series as teams look to prepare and land on their best combinations going into the marquee tournament. Adam Gilchrist will be among the former players who will keep a keen eye on the proceedings during the T20 World Cup Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist has …

Watch: Indian team arrives at Mohali to play Australia ahead of T20 World Cup
2 years, 6 months ago

Watch: Indian team arrives at Mohali to play Australia ahead of T20 World Cup

India Today  

Indian cricketers arrived at Mohali to play the first T20I match of three-game series against Australia right ahead of the T20 World Cup. The Indian stars were seen at the airport right three days ahead of the game as they would combine together once again to figure out the combinations that they need to finalise on going into the premier …

T20 World Cup 2022 | India have taken risk by picking only four specialist pacers: Mitchell Johnson
2 years, 6 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022 | India have taken risk by picking only four specialist pacers: Mitchell Johnson

The Hindu  

India's squad composition for the T20 World Cup seems a "bit risky" as they are probably "a pacer short" for the bouncy pitches Down Under, feels former Australia speedster Mitchell Johnson. But India are probably looking at playing two pacers and an all rounder and two spinners," Johnson, who is in India to take part in Legends League Cricket, told …

Australia T20 World Cup 2022 squad: Tim David picked, Warner rested for India series
2 years, 6 months ago

Australia T20 World Cup 2022 squad: Tim David picked, Warner rested for India series

The Hindu  

Singapore-born all-rounder Tim David has been named in Australia’s Twenty20 World Cup squad, while leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson has been omitted, Cricket Australia said on Thursday. “He is a highly gifted, natural ball-striker who will add extra batting depth to the group which has had a lot of success in T20 cricket.” David is the only notable inclusion in the squad …

India vs Pakistan Asia Cup: Virat Kohli becomes second Indian cricketer to play 100 T20Is
2 years, 6 months ago

India vs Pakistan Asia Cup: Virat Kohli becomes second Indian cricketer to play 100 T20Is

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli on Sunday became just the second Indian cricketer to play 100 T20Is. Virat Kohli on Sunday became the just the second Indian cricketer to play 100 T20Is when India took on Pakistan in match two of the 2022 Asia Cup tournament in UAE. Kohli also became just the second cricketer overall to play 100 matches across all three …

'Some ex overseas players want Indian stars to increase sponsorship for their leagues': Gavaskar's reply to Gilchrist
2 years, 7 months ago

'Some ex overseas players want Indian stars to increase sponsorship for their leagues': Gavaskar's reply to Gilchrist

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Gavaskar said some former foreign cricketers want BCCI to allow Indian cricketers to play in their T20 leagues just to attract more sponsors. Gavaskar's comments came a few days after former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist had questioned the Indian cricket board's stance of not giving No Objection Certificates to its contracted players to play in overseas T20 leagues. Sunil …

BCCI should allow Indian cricketers to participate in foreign T20 leagues, says Gilchrist
2 years, 7 months ago

BCCI should allow Indian cricketers to participate in foreign T20 leagues, says Gilchrist

The Hindu  

Wicket-keeping legend Adam Gilchrist on Thursday said he wants the Board of Control for Cricket in India to allow the Indian cricketers to take part in T20 leagues outside the country. The BCCI, presently, does not allow the Indian players to participate in overseas T20 leagues like Australia's Big Bash League to maintain exclusivity of IPL. READ: India eyes series …

If Warner says 'Sorry Australia, I'll play for Indian franchises across the globe' you can't fault him: Gilchrist
2 years, 7 months ago

If Warner says 'Sorry Australia, I'll play for Indian franchises across the globe' you can't fault him: Gilchrist

Hindustan Times  

At a time when Indian Premier League franchises have started to spread their wings at a rapid pace, buying teams in various T20 leagues outside India, former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist expressed his concerns saying it is a dangerous sign. The legendary Australian keeper-batter was speaking in the backdrop of multiple reports suggesting David Warner would opt out of the …

T20 leagues | India can look beyond the bottom line and decide which way the game goes
2 years, 7 months ago

T20 leagues | India can look beyond the bottom line and decide which way the game goes

The Hindu  

The IPL is getting ready to take over the world. Pulling away from the rest The International Cricket Council’s Future Tours Programme doesn’t suggest that — till you examine it closely and realise that in a manner far subtler than was conceived some years ago, India, England and Australia are drawing away from the rest. Supporting Test cricket India have …

Not sure Virat Kohli built a team like Sourav Ganguly did: Virender Sehwag
2 years, 10 months ago

Not sure Virat Kohli built a team like Sourav Ganguly did: Virender Sehwag

India Today  

Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag opined that ex-captain Sourav Ganguly built a new team, something that he is not sure Virat Kohli did during his tenure as skipper of the national team. The 43-year-old said that during Kohli's captaincy era, there was a trend of changing the team after almost every Test, irrespective of whether India won or lost. "Sourav …

Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan set for reunion in Legends League Cricket
3 years, 2 months ago

Sehwag, Yuvraj, Harbhajan set for reunion in Legends League Cricket

The Hindu  

In the climax of the Hollywood musical, Mary Poppins Returns, the eponymous English nanny turns the clock, the famed Big Ben of London, back by five minutes. Over the next few days at the Al Amerat Cricket Stadium, the clock will turn several times over in the inaugural edition of the Legends League Cricket. The Indian team includes Virender Sehwag, …

Legends League Cricket: Sehwag to lead India Maharajas
3 years, 2 months ago

Legends League Cricket: Sehwag to lead India Maharajas

The Hindu  

All eyes would be on swashbuckling former India opener Virender Sehwag when he leads 'India Maharajas' in the opening edition of the Howzat Legends League Cricket T20 tournament beginning on Thursday. Sehwag, who led the Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab in Indian Premier League, will have Mohammed Kaif as his deputy and former Australia World Cup winning coach John …

Sehwag, Yuvraj and Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja in inaugural Legends League Cricket
3 years, 2 months ago

Sehwag, Yuvraj and Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja in inaugural Legends League Cricket

India TV News  

Sehwag, Yuvraj and Harbhajan to play for India Maharaja in inaugural Legends League Cricket The first season of LLC, which is a professional cricket league for retired international cricketers, will be played at the Al Amerat Cricket Stadium in Oman among three power-packed teams. Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh will be a part of former cricketing stars in …

Pakistan rests seniors for West Indies T20I, ODI series
3 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan rests seniors for West Indies T20I, ODI series

The Hindu  

Pakistan selectors Thursday rested some senior players, including former captains Shoaib Malik and Sarfaraz Ahmed, for their limited over home series against the West Indies to be played later this month. Besides Malik and Sarfaraz, fast bowler Hasan Ali and spinning allrounder Imad Wasim will also not be part of the Twenty20 and one-day international squads. READ: "We have been …

RIL subsidiary set to acquire franchise in UAE T20 League
3 years, 4 months ago

RIL subsidiary set to acquire franchise in UAE T20 League

The Hindu  

Reliance Industries Limited, through its subsidiary Reliance Strategic Business Ventures Ltd will be acquiring the rights to own and operate a new franchise cricket team in the Emirates Cricket Board’s upcoming UAE T20 League. It also allows us a platform to develop young international talent and share best practices both on and off the field.” Akash Ambani, owner of Mumbai …

T20 World Cup 2021: Hazlewood says IPL was 'perfect' preparation for mega event
3 years, 5 months ago

T20 World Cup 2021: Hazlewood says IPL was 'perfect' preparation for mega event

The Hindu  

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood said getting sufficient game time in the IPL in the UAE was "perfect" preparation for the T20 World Cup and could stand him in good stead in the showpiece. "That was my thinking going in," Hazlewood, who plays for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, was quoted as saying by Australian media. "Conditions, the elements here …

'He might get into India's World Cup squad': Sehwag names 4 cricketers to 'intently watch' in IPL 2021
3 years, 6 months ago

'He might get into India's World Cup squad': Sehwag names 4 cricketers to 'intently watch' in IPL 2021

Hindustan Times  

Former India opener Virender Sehwag named four cricketers he would be looking forward to when IPL 2021 resumes on September 19 in the UAE. Sehwag said he would be ‘intently watching’ Mumbai Indians' Ishan Kishan, Royal Challengers Bangalore's Devdutt Padikkal, Punjab Kings' KL Rahul and Rajasthan Royals' Sanju Samson. Sehwag, who has worked with Punjab Kings team as a mentor …

T20 World Cup: India announce 15-man squad, R Ashwin named and Yuzvendra Chahal misses out
3 years, 6 months ago

T20 World Cup: India announce 15-man squad, R Ashwin named and Yuzvendra Chahal misses out

India Today  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced a 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup, scheduled to be played in Oman and the UAE from October 17 to November 14. The squad was announced after the India team management, including captain Virat Kohli, attended a virtual meeting with the selection panel, headed by former pacer Chetan Sharma. India …

'Good decision': Saba Karim explains how BCCI not allowing players to compete in overseas T20 leagues has helped India
3 years, 7 months ago

'Good decision': Saba Karim explains how BCCI not allowing players to compete in overseas T20 leagues has helped India

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Saba Karim expressed his views over the BCCI not allowing its players to participate in the overseas T20 leagues. The BCCI organises one of the biggest T20 leagues in the world – the Indian Premier League – but doesn’t allow its players to take part in global T20 tournaments. Speaking in a YouTube chat with the channel …

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