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WPL 2025 Auction: Top five overseas players to watch out for

The Women’s Premier League Auction for the third season is set to be held on December 15 in Bengaluru. READ | Top five Indians players to watch out for Top five overseas stars to look out for in mini auction DEANDRA DOTTIN FILE PHOTO: West Indian all-rounder Deandra Dottin. | Photo Credit: GETTY IMAGES Laura Harris is a 34-year-old uncapped …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Women’s cricket shake-up as franchise leagues get protected windows

The Telegraph

For years, men’s cricket has been spiralling out of control. There are so many leagues vying for top players that it is possible for a men’s cricketer to play a few matches in one competition, then travel to a different continent for another. The Women’s Big Bash might have held its inaugural competition in 2015-16, but it was not until …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

You will start to see a calendar for franchise cricket: Smith

Hindustan Times

Kolkata: Of the many influences exercised by IPL over cricket, nothing has been more transformative than the global intent it has sowed to make T20 the most marketable form of the game. I think you will start to see a calendar for franchise cricket — there already is one,” said Smith in an interaction with HT. The global T20 footprint …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Devon Conway, Finn Allen opt out of NZC contract, focus on franchise cricket

Hindustan Times

Auckland, Top-order batters Devon Conway and Finn Allen on Thursday turned down New Zealand central contracts to pursue a career in franchise cricket, announced the country’s cricket board. Devon Conway, Finn Allen opt out of NZC contract, focus on franchise cricket However, Conway will be available for New Zealand’s international assignments through a casual agreement similar to the one Kane …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Devon Conway opts for casual agreement, Finn Allen turns down central contract in pursuit of franchise cricket

India TV News

The exponential rise in franchise cricket competitions has started taking its toll on New Zealand as their star opener Devon Conway has opted for a casual playing agreement instead of a full-fledged contract. On the other hand, emerging white-ball batter Finn Allen has declined a central contract that was offered to him by New Zealand Cricket. “Firstly, I’d like to …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

James Anderson excited by swing during 'The Hundred' matches, keen on playing franchise cricket

Hindustan Times

London, : Former England pacer James Anderson on Tuesday expressed interest in playing some franchise cricket and said that seeing the ball swing during The Hundred competition has made him feel that he can still utilise this skill at the highest level. James Anderson excited by swing during 'The Hundred' matches, keen on playing franchise cricket Following his retirement from …

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5 months, 1 week ago

'Even Dravid found it challenging': Gambhir fired 'this isn't franchise cricket' warning ahead of Rohit, Kohli meet-up

Hindustan Times

Gautam Gambhir made an impressive start to his tenure as the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team on Sunday after the Suryakumar Yadav-led side cruised to a comfortable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. Gautam Gambhir has been warned of 'biggest challenge' where 'Rahul Dravid was really good at' The T20I series …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes expresses concern over growing clash between franchise and international cricket

India TV News

"It is something that does need to be addressed," said Ben Stokes when he was asked whether his participation in Tests for England might get affected by the growing battle for space between international and franchise cricket. The inaugural ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2007 gave rise to tournaments like the Indian Premier League and Big Bash. Tournaments like …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Mitchell Starc to choose IPL over One-Days? KKR pacer hints at quitting ODIs to focus more on franchise cricket

Live Mint

After dedicating almost a decade to prioritizing his commitment to the national team in cricket, Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has suggested that he may reconsider his stance and potentially step back from one format to accommodate more participation in franchise leagues. I have pulled out often to have a chance to give my body a break and spend some …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2024: Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket

The Hindu

After resisting the lure of lucrative private leagues for almost a decade because of his commitment towards the ‘Baggy Green’, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has hinted that he might quit one format to make room for more franchise cricket in his schedule. One format may be dropped off as there is long time till next World Cup and whether that …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: After resisting the lure of lucrative private leagues for almost a decade because of his commitment towards the 'Baggy Green', Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has hinted that he might quit one format to make room for more franchise cricket in his schedule. To a query from PTI as to how he would take it up from here after his …

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9 months, 1 week ago

LSG seeking local support on home turf

Hindustan Times

Stage is set for the second edition of India Premier Leage matches at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, the homeground of Lucknow Super Giants. “After months of preparation, we look forward to welcoming our fans to the stadium for an unforgettable cricket experience,” says LSG chief executive officer Colonel Vinod Bisht. A LSG fan …

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10 months ago

Want to be a team that appeals to entire state: UP Warriorz owner Jinisha Sharma

Hindustan Times

The emergence of the UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League marked a significant milestone in franchise cricket, particularly in Uttar Pradesh. With the Lucknow Super Giants making their IPL debut only a year prior, questions arose about the Warriorz's ability to carve out their own niche in the competitive arena of franchise cricket. As we delve deeper into Sharma's …

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10 months ago

Ex-KKR star serves 'Unless you're Virat Kohli…' wake-up call to Shreyas Iyer on preferring franchise camp over Ranji

Hindustan Times

Former Australia and KKR spinner Brad Hogg criticised Shreyas Iyer for preferring to join the IPL franchise for preparation over playing domestic cricket. Iyer has been under the scanners after losing his BCCI central contract as former cricketers and critics have been sharing their views on the matter as Hogg also joined the bandwagon. Meanwhile, Brad Hogg gives him a …

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10 months, 1 week ago

Sikandar Raza: The Pakistan-born cricketer who rules Zimbabwean hearts

Al Jazeera

A delayed plunge into the game has not curbed Raza’s enthusiasm to be one of the greatest ever cricketers from Zimbabwe, his adopted homeland. The nickname for Dynamos FC’s former captain Murape Murape is replaced by “Raza” when the special rendition reverberates around cricket stadiums in Harare or Bulawayo. We used to enjoy our street cricket with taped tennis ball …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Striking the right balance in modern-day cricket: Is it possible anymore?

Hindustan Times

Driving through Dubai Sports City, one can't help but notice numerous hoardings for the International League T20, UAE's first franchise cricket tournament. And with the little finances that we have… pretty much all the money we get goes straight back up into covering expenses and debt.” FULL INTERVIEW Holder’s teammate at Dubai Capitals, Sam Billings, took a drastic step not …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan cricketers told to ‘prioritise country’ after poor World Cup

Al Jazeera

Star players have been denied permission to play franchise cricket as board doubles down on workload management. Pakistan’s cricketers have been told to prioritise country over leagues with the new director of cricket warning against signing up for T20 franchises, two weeks after the South Asian nation wrapped up its poor run at the ICC Cricket World Cup. “Every player …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Sunil Narine announces retirement from international cricket, 4 years after his final match for West Indies

India TV News

Veteran West Indies spinner Sunil Narine has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket on Sunday, November 5. Narine acknowledged that he hasn't played international cricket for four years as he last played in a T20 against India in August 2019 and has taken the franchise route since. Narine, 35, wasn't preferred by Cricket West Indies as several …

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1 year, 6 months ago

'If IPL is such an important part of their lives...': Lloyd weighs in on West Indies losing players to T20 leagues

Hindustan Times

Over the years, franchise T20 cricket has grown to become a major source of money, if not the biggest, for cricketers around the world. Former West Indies captain Clive Lloyd poses with the Cricket World Cup Trophy. In countries like West Indies, some players have even prioritised franchise cricket over country, which has increased criticism. But the two-time ODI World …

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1 year, 6 months ago

WTC Final: Enjoyed my stint in IPL but playing for Australia comes on top, says Mitchell Starc

India Today

Veteran Australia pacer Mitchell Starc has stated that despite the lucrative pay packages on offer, he prefers to avoid franchise cricket, including the IPL because he wants to be at his 'best' while playing for Australia. "Franchise cricket is great, but you can be bought or sold or traded in 12 months, whereas this is an opportunity that I've been …

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1 year, 7 months ago

'What is the priority? India or franchise cricket?' - Ravi Shastri blasts BCCI for IPL's control over players

India TV News

The ICC World Test Championship final enters Day 5 on Sunday, June 11 but there is still no clear winner. India need 280 runs to win while Australia require to take seven wickets on the last day of the summit Test match at The Oval. On Day 4, the former Indian cricketer and national team head coach Ravi Shastri questioned …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Dhoni is a magician, says former CSK teammate Matthew Hayden

The Hindu

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a “magician” who can turn someone else’s “trash into treasure” says the great Matthew Hayden, who also reckons that the former India captain’s unmatched contribution to the Chennai Super Kings success story makes his playing future with the franchise “almost irrelevant”. He said something really interesting which I thought summed up not only his humility but …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Protect international cricket amid surge of T20 franchise tournaments: MCC

Firstpost

Dubai: The Marylebone Cricket Club has called for “urgent intervention” to protect international cricket, saying it is at an “important crossroads” amidst a crowded global schedule that is getting increasingly swayed by domestic leagues. “The men’s cricket schedule in 2023 is saturated with franchise competitions, which overlay and compete with the ICC Future Tours Programme of bilateral international cricket, recently …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Smriti Mandhana hopes WPL does for women’s cricket what IPL did for men

Hindustan Times

The current generation of women cricketers are very fortunate. And whoever supports women’s cricket will get involved in this journey,” RCB skipper Mandhana said ahead of Sunday’s first game against Delhi Capitals. There is more swing I would say, and there’s more timing involved than power.” Mandhana wears jersey No 18 like Virat Kohli does for the RCB men. “We …

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WPL 2025 Auction: Top five overseas players to watch out for

Women’s cricket shake-up as franchise leagues get protected windows

You will start to see a calendar for franchise cricket: Smith

Devon Conway, Finn Allen opt out of NZC contract, focus on franchise cricket

Devon Conway opts for casual agreement, Finn Allen turns down central contract in pursuit of franchise cricket

James Anderson excited by swing during 'The Hundred' matches, keen on playing franchise cricket

'Even Dravid found it challenging': Gambhir fired 'this isn't franchise cricket' warning ahead of Rohit, Kohli meet-up

Ben Stokes expresses concern over growing clash between franchise and international cricket

Mitchell Starc to choose IPL over One-Days? KKR pacer hints at quitting ODIs to focus more on franchise cricket

IPL 2024: Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket

Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket

LSG seeking local support on home turf

Want to be a team that appeals to entire state: UP Warriorz owner Jinisha Sharma

Ex-KKR star serves 'Unless you're Virat Kohli…' wake-up call to Shreyas Iyer on preferring franchise camp over Ranji

Sikandar Raza: The Pakistan-born cricketer who rules Zimbabwean hearts

Striking the right balance in modern-day cricket: Is it possible anymore?

Pakistan cricketers told to ‘prioritise country’ after poor World Cup

Sunil Narine announces retirement from international cricket, 4 years after his final match for West Indies

'If IPL is such an important part of their lives...': Lloyd weighs in on West Indies losing players to T20 leagues

WTC Final: Enjoyed my stint in IPL but playing for Australia comes on top, says Mitchell Starc

'What is the priority? India or franchise cricket?' - Ravi Shastri blasts BCCI for IPL's control over players

Dhoni is a magician, says former CSK teammate Matthew Hayden

Protect international cricket amid surge of T20 franchise tournaments: MCC

Smriti Mandhana hopes WPL does for women’s cricket what IPL did for men