Author: CT Staff
Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s best openers, has announced his retirement from international cricket. He won’t be playing for India but he may still play in cricket leagues like IPL. Dhawan last played for India in December 2022 against Bangladesh. “It’s not like it is a tough decision for me. I am not even emotional. I don’t want to cry or something. But mostly it’s gratitude and love. I have spent most of my life playing cricket and I feel I’ve reached a stage where I want to rest now – from international and domestic,” Dhawan told Hindustan Times. Dhawan…
Sri Lanka’s bowling coach, Aaqib Javed lauded Asitha Fernando on Thursday, August 22, drawing a comparison to the legendary Pakistani bowler Mohammad Asif following his impressive figures of 3/68 on Day 2 of the first Test against England at Old Trafford. Fernando showcased his ability to swing the ball both ways and utilized his skiddy pace to clinch three of the top-four English wickets, including the captain, Ollie Pope, and veteran batter Joe Root. In his 14 overs, he conceded nearly five runs per over but remained the most menacing pacer on the field. “I told him that after Mohammad…
Rahul has been selected for the India A squad, where he will play under captain Shubman Gill. He has something to prove since he has been overlooked recently and wants to showcase his skills for the team. He was not picked for the T20 World Cup 2024, which was a significant disappointment for him. After that, he returned to the national team for an ODI series against Sri Lanka but did not perform as well as he hoped. He scored 31 runs in the first game against Sri Lanka and got a duck in the second, leading to him being…
A murder case has been filed against Bangladesh cricket team all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune. The case was filed by Rafiqul Islam whose son Rubel was tragically killed on August 7 during the ongoing protests in Bangladesh. According to the report, Rubel was involved in a rally on Ring Road in Adabor where he sustained gunshot wounds to the chest and abdomen. He was immediately rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries the same day. The case was registered at the Adabor police station in Dhaka, naming Shakib as the 28th accused, while…
South Africa’s emerging all-rounder, Tristan Stubbs, is still grappling with the gut-wrenching loss his team suffered against India in the T20 World Cup final on June 29. For the Proteas, the final at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, was meant to mark a historic achievement. But instead, it prolonged their painful wait for an ICC trophy, sharply contrasting with India’s celebratory conclusion to a 13-year drought. Stubbs played a pivotal role in guiding South Africa to the final, consistently stepping up when his team needed him most. Batting in the middle order, he amassed 165 runs over nine matches, demonstrating…
West Delhi Lions vs East Delhi Riders Preview In the 10th T20 match of the Delhi Premier League T20, the West Delhi Lions will face off against the East Delhi Riders on August 23, 2024. Match: West Delhi Lions vs East Delhi Riders Date: 23rd August 2024Match Format: T20IVenue: Arun Jaitley Cricket StadiumTime: 7:00 PM (IST)Weather Forecast: Cloudy, 26 Degrees Celsius The East Delhi Riders are currently leading the table with two victories out of two matches played. On the other hand, the West Delhi Lions hold the 3rd position in the standings after playing one match, which they managed…
The all-rounder, Lalit Yadav expressed his determination to excel in the inaugural Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2024 while keeping an eye on the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. Yadav emphasized that the Delhi Premier League is an essential stage for young talents to display their abilities ahead of the auction. Currently, at the helm of the Purani Delhi 6 in Rishabh Pant’s absence, Lalit has faced hurdles as the team experienced consecutive losses in their first two matches. Nevertheless, they celebrated their first victory of the season on Wednesday, securing a 7-wicket win against Hrithik Shokeen’s West Delhi Lions. First…
England’s opener Phil Salt has shared the secret behind his great performances in IPL 2024. He credited Kolkata Knight Riders’ former coach and India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir for his impressive season. Phil Salt who was named Men’s T20I Batter of the Year at the CEAT Cricket Awards 2024, said that much of his success in India comes from Gambhir’s valuable guidance at KKR. The 27-year-old’s journey in IPL 2024 has been amazing, calling it a key moment in his career. Known for his intense competitive spirit and dedication, Gambhir’s influence has clearly shaped Salt into a strong player on…
Recently, India’s five-match Test series against England was announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and the England and Wales Cricket Board. India hasn’t been able to win any match on the soil of its opponent since 2007 when Rahul Dravid captained them to victory against England with a 1-0 score. This series is also one of the most anticipated within ICC World Test Championship cycle 2025-27. India played four test matches during their last visit to this country under Virat Kohli’s leadership in August and September of 2021 in which they won by 2-1. In…
Jasprit Bumrah received praise from Tim Southee, the present New Zealand Test Team Captain because of his exceptional performance. Presently, he is on a break from international cricket. The break would enable him to be fully prepared for the five-match Test series against Australia at the end of this year. Tim Southee on Jasprit Bumrah At the Ceat Cricket Rating Award, Tim Southee talked about how tough it is to do well in different formats of the game right after recovering from a major injury. He noted that Bumrah has been performing even better than before his injury. “To be…