Rohit Sharma Named Virat Kohli’s Successor
The long wait is over: Rohit Sharma has been named India’s new permanent Test captain. He succeeds legendary India skipper Virat Kohli. Sharma will lead India in all three formats ….
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Aus T20 Tour Of New Zealand Canned
Disheartening news is the cancellation of Australia’s T20 tour of New Zealand due to Tasman border restrictions. Australia had been booked to play three matches in Aotearoa in March, which ….
Committee Slams Down On ECB Over Racism
A parliamentary inquiry committee into racism in cricket has now recommended the UK government cut its funding to the England and Wales Cricket Board. The board must first prove itself ….
Ex-Cricketer Enters Mental Health Plea
Former Australian opening batsman Michael Slater will reportedly plead guilty to charges of domestic violence in the event his bid to have those charges dealt with on mental health grounds ….
Masks Advised For Test At MCC
Health and safety protocols will be implemented at the Melbourne Cricket Club for this year’s Test. While no capacity limits will be implemented, fans will be required to provide proof ….
Ponting Lays Into Joe Root Over Leadership
Aussie cricketing great and IPL coach Ricky Ponting has apparently slammed England captain Joe Root for his captaincy – or rather, lack thereof. Ponting openly questioned Root’s leadership abilities, and ….
Andrew Gale Suspended Over Aged Tweet
A racially charged reply tweeted 11 years ago could very well now lead to a loss of employment and reputation for Yorkshire head coach Andrew Gale. Gale, in a reply ….
De Kock Says Why He Refused To Take The Knee
South African T20 star Quinton de Kock has now apologised to his teammates and country for refusing to bend the knee ahead of SA’s recent standoff against the West Indies. ….
Hazlewood Says IPL The Perfect WC Teacher
Aussie fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood says to him personally, this year’s Indian Premier League competition marked the perfect opportunity to get into top form for the T20 World Cup. While fellow ….
Paine Says Ashes Will Go On Even Minus Root
Aussie Test captain Tim Paine says whether or not Joe Root signs up for travelling to Australia, there will be an Ashes tour come December 8. With uncertainty over England’s ….