Pbks vs Rr Dream11 Prediction: The 27th match of the Ipl 2024 season promises an electrifying clash between Punjab Kings (Pbks) and Rajasthan Royals (Rr) on April 13th at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Mohali. Both teams enter this match on the heels of heartbreaking defeats, determined to reclaim their momentum and climb up the points table.
Punjab Kings, currently sitting in the 7th position with two wins and three losses, face the formidable Rajasthan Royals, who endured their first loss of the season against Gujarat Titans in a nail-biting finish. Despite this setback, the Royals remain firmly entrenched at the top, boasting four wins and a solitary loss in their five matches played.
Pbks vs Rr Match Preview
A middling performance from both their batsmen and bowlers has pushed Punjab Kings to the bottom half of the table. The top-order batters have struggled to provide flying starts in the powerplay overs,...
Punjab Kings, currently sitting in the 7th position with two wins and three losses, face the formidable Rajasthan Royals, who endured their first loss of the season against Gujarat Titans in a nail-biting finish. Despite this setback, the Royals remain firmly entrenched at the top, boasting four wins and a solitary loss in their five matches played.
Pbks vs Rr Match Preview
A middling performance from both their batsmen and bowlers has pushed Punjab Kings to the bottom half of the table. The top-order batters have struggled to provide flying starts in the powerplay overs,...
- 4/13/2024
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Gt vs Pbks Dream11 Prediction: Cricket fans all around the world are enthralled with the Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2024, and the Gujarat Titans (Gt) vs Punjab Kings (Pbks) matchup is sure to be thrilling.
These two strong teams will square off in the 17th Match of Ipl 2024 on Thursday evening, April 4th, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. After an outstanding start, the Punjab Kings have lost their last two games, while the Gujarat Titans have won two of their first three games.
Gt vs Pbks Match Preview
Before the 17th match of the Ipl 2024, Gujarat Titans are the favourites due to their strong home record, even though Punjab Kings (Pbks) have the skill and strength to mount a comeback.
Here at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the Titans are ready to keep their winning streak alive with the support of their passionate fans and a well-rounded team.
At Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium,...
These two strong teams will square off in the 17th Match of Ipl 2024 on Thursday evening, April 4th, at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. After an outstanding start, the Punjab Kings have lost their last two games, while the Gujarat Titans have won two of their first three games.
Gt vs Pbks Match Preview
Before the 17th match of the Ipl 2024, Gujarat Titans are the favourites due to their strong home record, even though Punjab Kings (Pbks) have the skill and strength to mount a comeback.
Here at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the Titans are ready to keep their winning streak alive with the support of their passionate fans and a well-rounded team.
At Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium,...
- 4/4/2024
- by News From 360
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South Africa white-ball head coach Rob Walter on Tuesday announced a 15-player squad for the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, slated to take place in India from October 5 to November 19. Temba Bavuma will lead the side in his first 50-over World Cup and is one of eight players who have earned their maiden World Cup call-ups.
The experienced Kagiso Rabada will spearhead the bowling attack, which also includes the exciting trio of Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi and Gerald Coetzee.
Given that the tournament is taking place in India, spinners are expected to play a vital role due to the suitable subcontinental conditions. The squad comprises of at least three spin options in Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi and Aiden Markram.
The batting unit will be led by experienced batters such as Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Rassie van der Dussen.
All-rounders Marco Jansen...
The experienced Kagiso Rabada will spearhead the bowling attack, which also includes the exciting trio of Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi and Gerald Coetzee.
Given that the tournament is taking place in India, spinners are expected to play a vital role due to the suitable subcontinental conditions. The squad comprises of at least three spin options in Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi and Aiden Markram.
The batting unit will be led by experienced batters such as Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Rassie van der Dussen.
All-rounders Marco Jansen...
- 9/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Durban, Sep 4 (Ians) Australia have issued a warning ahead of the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup with a clinical 3-0 sweep over South Africa in their T20I series, here.
The five-time World Cup champions confirmed the series sweep with yet another dominant performance on Sunday as they cruised to a five-wicket victory on the back of a career-best T20I innings of 91 from opener Travis Head, reports Icc.
Head was adjudged Player of the Match after he smashed eight fours and six sixes during an entertaining 48-ball stay, as Australia chased down South Africa’s decent total of 190/8 with more than two overs remaining.
Head was last month named in Australia’s preliminary World Cup squad for this year’s 50-over showcase and the left-hander showed he could play a big part at the event with his maiden T20I half-century against the Proteas.
“It’s nice to be back and contributing,...
The five-time World Cup champions confirmed the series sweep with yet another dominant performance on Sunday as they cruised to a five-wicket victory on the back of a career-best T20I innings of 91 from opener Travis Head, reports Icc.
Head was adjudged Player of the Match after he smashed eight fours and six sixes during an entertaining 48-ball stay, as Australia chased down South Africa’s decent total of 190/8 with more than two overs remaining.
Head was last month named in Australia’s preliminary World Cup squad for this year’s 50-over showcase and the left-hander showed he could play a big part at the event with his maiden T20I half-century against the Proteas.
“It’s nice to be back and contributing,...
- 9/4/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 21 (Ians) India batter Shikhar Dhawan has revealed the first five players he would pick if he was selecting a dream XI for this year’s Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup which includes two of his India teammates- Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
Speaking to Icc, Dhawan called veteran of three World Cups and a previous winner on home soil in 2011, Kohli, the best batter in the world while picking him in his dream Odi XI.
“The first (picked) is Virat of course. He is the best batter in the world and has been scoring runs like crazy,” Dhawan said.
Dhawan is regarded as one of the finest white-ball players in modern times and the dynamic left-hander often saves his best performances for the World Cup, with three of his 17 Odi centuries coming at the showcase 50-over event.
Just like Dhawan, Rohit also scored centuries at the...
Speaking to Icc, Dhawan called veteran of three World Cups and a previous winner on home soil in 2011, Kohli, the best batter in the world while picking him in his dream Odi XI.
“The first (picked) is Virat of course. He is the best batter in the world and has been scoring runs like crazy,” Dhawan said.
Dhawan is regarded as one of the finest white-ball players in modern times and the dynamic left-hander often saves his best performances for the World Cup, with three of his 17 Odi centuries coming at the showcase 50-over event.
Just like Dhawan, Rohit also scored centuries at the...
- 8/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Johannesburg, Aug 20 (Ians) South Africa’s fast-bowling spearhead Kagiso Rabada said the players have no other choice, but to do what they are told over the second season of SA20 league clashing with the side’s two-match Test series against New Zealand next year.
South Africa are scheduled to play two Tests against New Zealand at Bay Oval, Tauranga (February 4-8) and Seddon Park, Hamilton (February 13-17) next year. The series, though, is having a clash with the second season of SA20 league in South Africa.
The clash with SA20 season two of the Test series, for which the players must be in the country in late January, means South Africa will be fielding a makeshift team as a majority of their first-choice players will be featuring in the franchise T20 league at home.
“It is unfortunate that there is a clash. But what can we do as players? We...
South Africa are scheduled to play two Tests against New Zealand at Bay Oval, Tauranga (February 4-8) and Seddon Park, Hamilton (February 13-17) next year. The series, though, is having a clash with the second season of SA20 league in South Africa.
The clash with SA20 season two of the Test series, for which the players must be in the country in late January, means South Africa will be fielding a makeshift team as a majority of their first-choice players will be featuring in the franchise T20 league at home.
“It is unfortunate that there is a clash. But what can we do as players? We...
- 8/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Johannesburg, Aug 18 (Ians) South Africa’s pace-bowling spearhead Kagiso Rabada has stated that the team is willing to achieve the glory of winning the upcoming Men’s Odi World Cup in India, adding that the side is not paying attention to outside noise.
Rabada was a member of the South Africa team winning the 2014 Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup in the UAE for the very first time, alongside his current senior teammates Aiden Markram and Andile Phehlukwayo. But ever since he burst on the international scene, Rabada is yet to achieve silverware success with the senior South Africa men’s team.
“All this drama outside about South African cricket and World Cups…we’re not paying attention to it really. Having been to World Cups and not winning silverware, it’s disappointing … I won’t lie,” he said.
“I’m willing to make it happen, we’re all willing to make it happen.
Rabada was a member of the South Africa team winning the 2014 Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup in the UAE for the very first time, alongside his current senior teammates Aiden Markram and Andile Phehlukwayo. But ever since he burst on the international scene, Rabada is yet to achieve silverware success with the senior South Africa men’s team.
“All this drama outside about South African cricket and World Cups…we’re not paying attention to it really. Having been to World Cups and not winning silverware, it’s disappointing … I won’t lie,” he said.
“I’m willing to make it happen, we’re all willing to make it happen.
- 8/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Johannesburg, Aug 14 (Ians) Former Sa U19 batter Dewald Brevis has earned a maiden call-up in the South Africa national T20I and Odi squads for the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia.
The 20-year-old made a name for himself as the leading run-scorer at the Icc U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in January 2022 with 506 runs -– the most by any batter in a single edition of the tournament.
The right-hander has since gone on to impress in T20 leagues around the world and currently holds the record for the highest individual domestic T20 score in South Africa – 162 off 57 balls – which he struck during last season’s CSA T20 Challenge. He also enjoyed success in the recent Sa ‘A’ tour to Sri Lanka, where he hit a 71-ball 98 in the first unofficial 50-over match, Cricket South Africa (CSA) informed in a statement on Monday.
Joining Brevis in the T20I squad...
The 20-year-old made a name for himself as the leading run-scorer at the Icc U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in January 2022 with 506 runs -– the most by any batter in a single edition of the tournament.
The right-hander has since gone on to impress in T20 leagues around the world and currently holds the record for the highest individual domestic T20 score in South Africa – 162 off 57 balls – which he struck during last season’s CSA T20 Challenge. He also enjoyed success in the recent Sa ‘A’ tour to Sri Lanka, where he hit a 71-ball 98 in the first unofficial 50-over match, Cricket South Africa (CSA) informed in a statement on Monday.
Joining Brevis in the T20I squad...
- 8/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Cape Town/ Mumbai, Aug 3 (Ians) Mi Cape Town on Thursday announced the player retentions ahead of the upcoming auctions of SA20.
The South African core is retained with Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton — who picked up multiple honours at 2023 CSA awards as ‘Division 1 One-Day Cup Player of the Season’ and ‘Domestic Players’ Player of the Season’ -, Grant Roelofsen, Delano Potgieter, George Linde, Duan Jansen and Beuran Hendricks.
Last season’s wildcard pick Jofra Archer and speedster Olly Stone continue with Mi Cape Town for the second season.
Meanwhile, the players joined the pre-signings, including Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Dewald Brevis, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran and Tom Banton.
The likes of Ziyaad Abrahams, Wesley Marshall, Odean Smith and Waqar Salamkheil have been released along with Tim David and Henry Brooks who were signed as in-season replacement players.
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The South African core is retained with Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton — who picked up multiple honours at 2023 CSA awards as ‘Division 1 One-Day Cup Player of the Season’ and ‘Domestic Players’ Player of the Season’ -, Grant Roelofsen, Delano Potgieter, George Linde, Duan Jansen and Beuran Hendricks.
Last season’s wildcard pick Jofra Archer and speedster Olly Stone continue with Mi Cape Town for the second season.
Meanwhile, the players joined the pre-signings, including Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Dewald Brevis, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran and Tom Banton.
The likes of Ziyaad Abrahams, Wesley Marshall, Odean Smith and Waqar Salamkheil have been released along with Tim David and Henry Brooks who were signed as in-season replacement players.
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- 8/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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The Oval, June 13 (Ians) Veteran Australia spinner Nathan Lyon watched on as teammates lifted two World Cup trophies over the past decade but he finally tasted glory on a global stage by winning the Icc World Test Championship title.
Lyon made the most of his opportunity when finally called onto the biggest stage in his preferred format in the Wtc Final against , after missing selection in Australia’s triumphant Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup 2015 and Icc Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 outfits.
The off-spinner was critical on the fifth day of the Wtc Final as Australia wrapped up India’s second innings to seal a 209-run victory, as Lyon finished with 4/41 including the key early wicket of Rohit Sharma and the last wicket that completed the victory.
While teammates Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, David Warner, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have now won world titles in all three formats,...
Lyon made the most of his opportunity when finally called onto the biggest stage in his preferred format in the Wtc Final against , after missing selection in Australia’s triumphant Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup 2015 and Icc Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 outfits.
The off-spinner was critical on the fifth day of the Wtc Final as Australia wrapped up India’s second innings to seal a 209-run victory, as Lyon finished with 4/41 including the key early wicket of Rohit Sharma and the last wicket that completed the victory.
While teammates Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, David Warner, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have now won world titles in all three formats,...
- 6/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Dharamsala, May 20 (Ians) Half-centuries from Yashwasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal followed by Shimron Hetmyers’ stunning 46-run knock powered Rajasthan Royals to a 4-wicket win over Punjab Kings (Pbks) in a do-or-die match in Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, here on Friday.
The Royals thus put themselves in contention for the Playoffs spots as they moved to fifth on the table with this four-wicket win while Punjab Kings are officially out of the race.
After a shaky start, Sam Curran’s unbeaten 49 off 31 and Shahrukh Khan’s quickfire 41 not out off 28 balls along with Jitesh Sharma’s 31-ball 44 guided Punjab Kings to 187/5 in 20 overs.
In reply, half-centuries from Padikkal (51 off 30) and Jaiswal (50 off 36) and Hetmyer’s remarkable knock of 46 in just 28 deliveries and got them close to the finish line. Then Dhruv Jurel sealed the deal with a six helping his side to seal a win with two remaining.
The Royals thus put themselves in contention for the Playoffs spots as they moved to fifth on the table with this four-wicket win while Punjab Kings are officially out of the race.
After a shaky start, Sam Curran’s unbeaten 49 off 31 and Shahrukh Khan’s quickfire 41 not out off 28 balls along with Jitesh Sharma’s 31-ball 44 guided Punjab Kings to 187/5 in 20 overs.
In reply, half-centuries from Padikkal (51 off 30) and Jaiswal (50 off 36) and Hetmyer’s remarkable knock of 46 in just 28 deliveries and got them close to the finish line. Then Dhruv Jurel sealed the deal with a six helping his side to seal a win with two remaining.
- 5/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Dharamsala, May 19 (Ians) Rajasthan Royals (Rr) won the toss and elect to bowl first against Punjab Kings (Pbks) in the do-or-die Ipl 2023 match at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, here on Friday.
In a last-minute change, Rr spinner Ravichandran Ashwin missed Friday’s game due to a back spasm. On the other hand, Pbks are unchanged.
“We will bowl. Looking at the dimensions and looking at what we require in the tournament, it is better to bowl. We need to win the game. Then see how the other games go. If you want to play good T20 cricket, you need to forget things.
“We have had four to five days off. One has to understand the conditions. We have a couple of changes. Last-minute changes. Ashwin misses out because of a back spasm,” Samson said at the toss.
Pbks skipper Shikhar Dhawan: “Last match, dew wasn’t much. First batting or second,...
In a last-minute change, Rr spinner Ravichandran Ashwin missed Friday’s game due to a back spasm. On the other hand, Pbks are unchanged.
“We will bowl. Looking at the dimensions and looking at what we require in the tournament, it is better to bowl. We need to win the game. Then see how the other games go. If you want to play good T20 cricket, you need to forget things.
“We have had four to five days off. One has to understand the conditions. We have a couple of changes. Last-minute changes. Ashwin misses out because of a back spasm,” Samson said at the toss.
Pbks skipper Shikhar Dhawan: “Last match, dew wasn’t much. First batting or second,...
- 5/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, May 19 (Ians) Ahead of Rajasthan Royals’ Ipl 2023 game against Punjab Kings, former India cricketer Virender Sehwag lauded the Yashasvi Jaiswal saying that the young opener has learnt the art of converting 50s into 100s from star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli.
The race to playoffs in Ipl 2023 continues to get interesting as teams are making every possible effort to keep themselves in the hunt. With an aim to keep their outside chances of making it to the playoffs in the ‘Toughest T20’, Punjab Kings host Rajasthan Royals at their second home ground in Dharamsala.
The Shikhar Dhawan-led Pbks lost to Delhi Capitals in the previous game at the same venue while Rr are also coming on the back of a morale-sapping 112-run defeat against Rcb at their home.
Playing their last league game of the competition, both Punjab and Rajasthan will be aiming to bounce back and finish...
The race to playoffs in Ipl 2023 continues to get interesting as teams are making every possible effort to keep themselves in the hunt. With an aim to keep their outside chances of making it to the playoffs in the ‘Toughest T20’, Punjab Kings host Rajasthan Royals at their second home ground in Dharamsala.
The Shikhar Dhawan-led Pbks lost to Delhi Capitals in the previous game at the same venue while Rr are also coming on the back of a morale-sapping 112-run defeat against Rcb at their home.
Playing their last league game of the competition, both Punjab and Rajasthan will be aiming to bounce back and finish...
- 5/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Dharamsala, May 18 (Ians) After suffering a 15-run loss to Delhi Capitals in Ipl 2023, Punjab Kings skipper Shikhar Dhawan admitted that his decision to give left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar the final over backfired, while being critical of the performance of his fast-bowlers in power-play.
The ineffective performance of his fast-bowlers meant Dhawan had to give the ball to Brar for the last three out of five overs, with Ellis bowling two. The ploy backfired in the last two overs as Ellis was hit for 18 runs while Brar gave away 23 runs as Delhi made 213/2, with Rilee Rossouw top-scoring with 82 not out off 37 balls.
“My decision of bowling the spinner (Brar) in the last over backfired. The momentum went there. Before that my fast bowler (Ellis) went for 18 runs. Those two overs cost us the game,” said Dhawan to broadcasters after the match ended.
“We didn’t bowl really well in the first six overs.
The ineffective performance of his fast-bowlers meant Dhawan had to give the ball to Brar for the last three out of five overs, with Ellis bowling two. The ploy backfired in the last two overs as Ellis was hit for 18 runs while Brar gave away 23 runs as Delhi made 213/2, with Rilee Rossouw top-scoring with 82 not out off 37 balls.
“My decision of bowling the spinner (Brar) in the last over backfired. The momentum went there. Before that my fast bowler (Ellis) went for 18 runs. Those two overs cost us the game,” said Dhawan to broadcasters after the match ended.
“We didn’t bowl really well in the first six overs.
- 5/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Chennai, April 30 (Ians) Devon Conway’s sublime innings of unbeaten 92 off 52, Ruturaj Gaikwad’s 37 off 31 and Ms Dhoni’s consecutive sixes off the last two balls powered Chennai Super Kings (Csk) to 200/4 against Punjab Kings (Pbks) in an Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 match here at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday.
After Conway and Gaikwad provided a good start and stitched an 86-run opening partnership, Shivam Dube played a fine cameo 28 off 17, Then, Dhoni played with his vintage style as he finished the innings with two back-to-back sixes.
Batting first, Csk got off to a good start as the opening combination of Gaikwad and Conway raised 57/0 in the Power-play with their fine shot selections. After a couple of quiet overs, the duo brisked up the pace of the innings with timely hits.
When Pbks were in desperate need of a wicket, Sikander Raza provided a much-needed breakthrough as he dismissed Gaikwad for 37 in the 10 over,...
After Conway and Gaikwad provided a good start and stitched an 86-run opening partnership, Shivam Dube played a fine cameo 28 off 17, Then, Dhoni played with his vintage style as he finished the innings with two back-to-back sixes.
Batting first, Csk got off to a good start as the opening combination of Gaikwad and Conway raised 57/0 in the Power-play with their fine shot selections. After a couple of quiet overs, the duo brisked up the pace of the innings with timely hits.
When Pbks were in desperate need of a wicket, Sikander Raza provided a much-needed breakthrough as he dismissed Gaikwad for 37 in the 10 over,...
- 4/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Chennai, April 30 (Ians) Chennai Super Kings (Csk) won the toss and elected to bat first against Punjab Kings (Pbks) in the Ipl 2023 match here at Ma Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday.
While Csk are unchanged, Harpreet Brar being back in the line-up is the only change Pbks has made in their playing XI.
“We will bat first. Looks like a decent wicket. When you play a day game, the heat is a factor. The fast bowlers can get some rest. In the day game, few players are too early. It is important to be intelligent. Not to be exposed a lot under the sun,” said Csk captain Ms Dhoni at the toss.
On the other hand, Pbks skipper Shikhar Dhawan said: “We would have loved to bat first. It is a day game and a dry wicket. A new and a new beginning. We keep on learning from past games. Try to get better.
While Csk are unchanged, Harpreet Brar being back in the line-up is the only change Pbks has made in their playing XI.
“We will bat first. Looks like a decent wicket. When you play a day game, the heat is a factor. The fast bowlers can get some rest. In the day game, few players are too early. It is important to be intelligent. Not to be exposed a lot under the sun,” said Csk captain Ms Dhoni at the toss.
On the other hand, Pbks skipper Shikhar Dhawan said: “We would have loved to bat first. It is a day game and a dry wicket. A new and a new beginning. We keep on learning from past games. Try to get better.
- 4/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ipl 2023: Our bowlers will come back strong, says Wasim Jaffer after Punjab's 56-run loss to Lucknow
Mohali, April 29 (Ians) Punjab Kings’ batting coach Wasim Jaffer has backed the bowling unit to come back stronger in Ipl 2023 after they were taken to the cleaners by a rampaging Lucknow Super Giants batting order in a comprehensive 56-run defeat at the Is Bindra Pca Stadium.
Fast bowling trio of Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh and Sam Curran conceded 144 runs between them across 11 overs as Lucknow slammed 257/5, the highest total of the competition. In reply, Punjab could make 201 in 19.5 overs to be at sixth place in points table.
“Don’t think there are any serious concerns (about the bowling attack) because they had thrice defended scores in tough conditions. Be it against Mumbai or Rajasthan, even in the earlier Kolkata game.”
“The bowling unit has always performed for us this season. Friday was one of those days when everything clicked for the opposition and we were a bit clueless. Our bowlers will come back strong,...
Fast bowling trio of Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh and Sam Curran conceded 144 runs between them across 11 overs as Lucknow slammed 257/5, the highest total of the competition. In reply, Punjab could make 201 in 19.5 overs to be at sixth place in points table.
“Don’t think there are any serious concerns (about the bowling attack) because they had thrice defended scores in tough conditions. Be it against Mumbai or Rajasthan, even in the earlier Kolkata game.”
“The bowling unit has always performed for us this season. Friday was one of those days when everything clicked for the opposition and we were a bit clueless. Our bowlers will come back strong,...
- 4/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mohali, April 29 (Ians) Superb batting show followed by collective bowling performance helped Lucknow Super Giants (Lsg) hammer Punjab Kings (Pbks) by 56 runs in an Ipl 2023 match at Is Bindra Stadium, here on Friday.
With this win. Lsg jumped to the second spot in the 10-team standings with 10 points in eight outings while Punjab placed sixth with eight points to their kitty.
Attacking fifties from Marcus Stoinis (72 off 40) and Kyle Mayers (54 off 24) set the foundation for Lsg’s massive total. Then Ayush Badoni 43 off 24 and Nicholas Pooran’s 19-ball 45 quickfire took Lucknow to 257/5 on the board, second highest total in Ipl history.
In defence, bowlers came up with a brilliant show as Ravi Bishnoi (2/41) bowled brilliantly in the middle overs to pick two wickets. Yash Thakur (4/37) and Naveen-ul-Haq (3/30) then executed their plans in the slog overs to seal a big win for Lsg.
Chasing the mammoth 208-run target, Pbks didn’t...
With this win. Lsg jumped to the second spot in the 10-team standings with 10 points in eight outings while Punjab placed sixth with eight points to their kitty.
Attacking fifties from Marcus Stoinis (72 off 40) and Kyle Mayers (54 off 24) set the foundation for Lsg’s massive total. Then Ayush Badoni 43 off 24 and Nicholas Pooran’s 19-ball 45 quickfire took Lucknow to 257/5 on the board, second highest total in Ipl history.
In defence, bowlers came up with a brilliant show as Ravi Bishnoi (2/41) bowled brilliantly in the middle overs to pick two wickets. Yash Thakur (4/37) and Naveen-ul-Haq (3/30) then executed their plans in the slog overs to seal a big win for Lsg.
Chasing the mammoth 208-run target, Pbks didn’t...
- 4/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ipl 2023: Stoinis, Mayers' fifties power Lucknow Super Giants to historic 257/5 against Punjab Kings
Mohali, April 28 (Ians) Attacking fifties from Marcus Stoinis and Kyle Mayers powered Lucknow Super Giants to historic 257/5 against Punjab Kings in an Ipl 2023 match at Is Bindra Stadium, here on Friday.
Lucknow got off to a flying start thanks to Kyle Mayers Kyle Mayers 54 off 24. Then Marcus Stoinis and Ayush Badoni stitched 89 run partnership and Lsg stood strong in the middle overs.
Nicholas Pooran’s 19-ball 45 quickfire did the rest as Lsg posted a massive total of 257/5 on the board, second highest total in Ipl history. Rcb have the highest Ipl total to their name when they scored 263/5 in 20 overs against Pune Warriors India in 2013.
Pbks debutant Gurnoor bowled a brilliant opening over, giving away just two. He could’ve got the Lsg skipper Kl Rahul, who looked to drive on the up and hit it straight to the point where Atharva Taide got both hands on the ball to his left but spilled it.
Lucknow got off to a flying start thanks to Kyle Mayers Kyle Mayers 54 off 24. Then Marcus Stoinis and Ayush Badoni stitched 89 run partnership and Lsg stood strong in the middle overs.
Nicholas Pooran’s 19-ball 45 quickfire did the rest as Lsg posted a massive total of 257/5 on the board, second highest total in Ipl history. Rcb have the highest Ipl total to their name when they scored 263/5 in 20 overs against Pune Warriors India in 2013.
Pbks debutant Gurnoor bowled a brilliant opening over, giving away just two. He could’ve got the Lsg skipper Kl Rahul, who looked to drive on the up and hit it straight to the point where Atharva Taide got both hands on the ball to his left but spilled it.
- 4/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Mohali, April 28 (Ians) Punjab Kings (Pbks) won the toss and elected to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants (Lsg) in an Ipl 2023 match at Is Bindra Stadium, here on Friday.
Shikhar Dhawan has returned as captain for Pbks after missing a few matches due to his shoulder injury.
While Pbks have made two changes with Sikandar Raza coming in for Mathew Short and Gurnoor Brar making his debut, Lsg are unchanged.
Speaking about his shoulder injury, Pbks skipper Dhawan said, “Shoulder is much better – pain free now”.
“We’re quite happy. Have got seven matches ahead, and are looking to win most of them. Two changes — Short is out, Raza comes in. And a fast bowler will make his debut,” he added.
On the other hand, the Lsg captain Kl Rahul said: ” Motivation remains the same wherever I play. But yeah, I’m a lot more familiar with these conditions.
Shikhar Dhawan has returned as captain for Pbks after missing a few matches due to his shoulder injury.
While Pbks have made two changes with Sikandar Raza coming in for Mathew Short and Gurnoor Brar making his debut, Lsg are unchanged.
Speaking about his shoulder injury, Pbks skipper Dhawan said, “Shoulder is much better – pain free now”.
“We’re quite happy. Have got seven matches ahead, and are looking to win most of them. Two changes — Short is out, Raza comes in. And a fast bowler will make his debut,” he added.
On the other hand, the Lsg captain Kl Rahul said: ” Motivation remains the same wherever I play. But yeah, I’m a lot more familiar with these conditions.
- 4/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Mohali, April 20 (Ians) Sam Curran continues to captain Punjab Kings in absence of injured Shikhar Dhawan as he won the toss and elected to bowl first against a Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Is Bindra Pca Stadium on Thursday.
While Punjab enter Thursday’s match on the back of a two-wicket win coming in the last over against Lucknow Super Giants, Bangalore suffered an eight-run defeat against the Chennai Super Kings, despite fine half-centuries from Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell.
A win for Punjab will help them level with Lucknow and the Rajasthan Royals on points. After winning the toss, Curran said Liam Livingstone and Nathan Ellis come into the playing eleven, with Kagiso Rabada and Sikandar Raza, the player of the match in Punjab’s last game, being the omissions.
“We did well in the last game and we’ll take some confidence, conditions will not change a lot.
While Punjab enter Thursday’s match on the back of a two-wicket win coming in the last over against Lucknow Super Giants, Bangalore suffered an eight-run defeat against the Chennai Super Kings, despite fine half-centuries from Faf du Plessis and Glenn Maxwell.
A win for Punjab will help them level with Lucknow and the Rajasthan Royals on points. After winning the toss, Curran said Liam Livingstone and Nathan Ellis come into the playing eleven, with Kagiso Rabada and Sikandar Raza, the player of the match in Punjab’s last game, being the omissions.
“We did well in the last game and we’ll take some confidence, conditions will not change a lot.
- 4/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Lucknow, April 16 (Ians) Though Punjab Kings missed the services of regular skipper and opener Shikhar Dhawan due to a niggle, Sikandar Raza stood up to hit his first Ipl fifty while Shahrukh Khan applied finishing touches with a late cameo to take the side to a two-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
After stand-in captain Sam Curran picked 3-31, the best figures by a bowler on Ipl captaincy debut while Kagiso Rabada to 2-34 to keep Lucknow to 159/8, Raza hit 57 off 41 balls to bring Punjab’s chase on track on a tricky pitch. Shahrukh then slammed 23 not out off just 10 balls to ensure the side’s third victory in the competition.
For Lucknow, who have faced their first loss at home in the ongoing season, questions will be raised over introducing leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi late in the attack,...
After stand-in captain Sam Curran picked 3-31, the best figures by a bowler on Ipl captaincy debut while Kagiso Rabada to 2-34 to keep Lucknow to 159/8, Raza hit 57 off 41 balls to bring Punjab’s chase on track on a tricky pitch. Shahrukh then slammed 23 not out off just 10 balls to ensure the side’s third victory in the competition.
For Lucknow, who have faced their first loss at home in the ongoing season, questions will be raised over introducing leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi late in the attack,...
- 4/15/2023
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Lucknow, April 15 (Ians) Though Punjab Kings missed the services of regular skipper and opener Shikhar Dhawan due to a niggle, Sikandar Raza stood up to hit his first Ipl fifty while Shahrukh Khan applied finishing touches with a late cameo to take the side to a two-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
After stand-in captain Sam Curran and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada picked 3-31 and 2-34 respectively to keep Lucknow Super Giants to 159/8, Raza hit 57 off 41 balls to bring Punjab’s chase on track, followed by Shahrukh slamming 23 not out to ensure the side’s third victory of the competition.
For Lucknow, who have faced their first loss at home in the ongoing season, questions will be raised over introducing Ravi Bishnoi late in the attack, from the 15th over, as well as of captain K.L. Rahul...
After stand-in captain Sam Curran and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada picked 3-31 and 2-34 respectively to keep Lucknow Super Giants to 159/8, Raza hit 57 off 41 balls to bring Punjab’s chase on track, followed by Shahrukh slamming 23 not out to ensure the side’s third victory of the competition.
For Lucknow, who have faced their first loss at home in the ongoing season, questions will be raised over introducing Ravi Bishnoi late in the attack, from the 15th over, as well as of captain K.L. Rahul...
- 4/15/2023
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Lucknow, April 15 (Ians) Stand-in captain Sam Curran and fast bowler Kagiso Rabada picked 3-31 and 2-34 respectively as Punjab Kings restricted Lucknow Super Giants to 159/8 in 20 overs in Match 21 of Ipl 2023 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.
For Lucknow, captain K.L. Rahul top-scored with 74 off 56 balls in an innings during which he was unable to attack as wickets fell from the other end. Lucknow had 49/0 in Power-play but made only 62/4 in middle overs and faltered in the end as Punjab picked four wickets while conceding only 48 runs in the last five overs.
With dew setting in, Punjab are in an advantageous position at the halfway mark. On a greenish pitch with some bare patches, Kyle Mayers began by sweeping Matt Short for a six over deep backward square leg. Arshdeep Singh got some good bounce while Rabada hit Rahul on his gloves.
For Lucknow, captain K.L. Rahul top-scored with 74 off 56 balls in an innings during which he was unable to attack as wickets fell from the other end. Lucknow had 49/0 in Power-play but made only 62/4 in middle overs and faltered in the end as Punjab picked four wickets while conceding only 48 runs in the last five overs.
With dew setting in, Punjab are in an advantageous position at the halfway mark. On a greenish pitch with some bare patches, Kyle Mayers began by sweeping Matt Short for a six over deep backward square leg. Arshdeep Singh got some good bounce while Rabada hit Rahul on his gloves.
- 4/15/2023
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New Delhi, April 14 (Ians) Defending champion Gujarat Titans secured their third win of the 2023 Ipl as they defeated Punjab Kings by six wickets after successfully chasing down 154 with a ball to spare.
Pacer Mohit Sharma, who played his first Ipl match since 2020, starred with the ball with a spell of 2-18 and was adjudged the Player of the Match. With the bat, opener Shubman Gill smashed 67 off 49 balls, laced with seven fours and a six, though he got out in the final over.
But former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Gill should have been given the Player of the Match award instead of Mohit. “If I could decide to award the Player of the Match, I would have given it to Shubman Gill. He’s the only person to hit a half-century.”
“We can talk about how flat a pitch it was as much as we want, we didn’t...
Pacer Mohit Sharma, who played his first Ipl match since 2020, starred with the ball with a spell of 2-18 and was adjudged the Player of the Match. With the bat, opener Shubman Gill smashed 67 off 49 balls, laced with seven fours and a six, though he got out in the final over.
But former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Gill should have been given the Player of the Match award instead of Mohit. “If I could decide to award the Player of the Match, I would have given it to Shubman Gill. He’s the only person to hit a half-century.”
“We can talk about how flat a pitch it was as much as we want, we didn’t...
- 4/14/2023
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Mohali, April 13 (Ians) Hardik Pandya returned to captain Gujarat Titans as the defending champions won the toss and elected to bowl first against Punjab Kings at the Is Bindra Pca Stadium on Thursday.
Both teams are into this game after facing defeats in their last match. While Gujarat lost to Kolkata Knight Riders as Rinku Singh hit five sixes on the last five balls, Punjab went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad despite captain Shikhar Dhawan making 99 not out in a batting masterclass.
“Just looks like a good wicket, and from whatever I’ve seen it’s good to chase. Was a one-in-a-million defeat (to Kolkata). We are the kind of team that takes it with a smile. Played good cricket until that last over. It happens. It’s a fresh game. We’ll come out and smile, and throw some punches,” said Hardik, who missed the game against Kolkata due to being unwell.
Both teams are into this game after facing defeats in their last match. While Gujarat lost to Kolkata Knight Riders as Rinku Singh hit five sixes on the last five balls, Punjab went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad despite captain Shikhar Dhawan making 99 not out in a batting masterclass.
“Just looks like a good wicket, and from whatever I’ve seen it’s good to chase. Was a one-in-a-million defeat (to Kolkata). We are the kind of team that takes it with a smile. Played good cricket until that last over. It happens. It’s a fresh game. We’ll come out and smile, and throw some punches,” said Hardik, who missed the game against Kolkata due to being unwell.
- 4/13/2023
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Hyderabad, April 9 (Ians) Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and elected to field first against Punjab Kings in Match 14 of India Premier League (Ipl) 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Sunday.
Sunrisers have made two changes in their squad with Heinrich Klaassen and Mayank Markande coming into the playing XI.
“We’ll bowl first. We are happy to chase. Looks like a good surface. Hopefully, we can bowl well upfront. To the eye, it looks a lot better. The atmosphere has been pretty calm, you can’t fix anything in a day technically. Hopefully, we can get our first win. Two new caps are Klaasen and Mayank Markande, excited for them,” said Srh skipper Aiden Markram at the toss.
Punjab Kings made one change, Matt Short coming in for Bhanuka Rajapaksa.
“We wanted to bat first. We’d like to put a big total. We have a good team environment.
Sunrisers have made two changes in their squad with Heinrich Klaassen and Mayank Markande coming into the playing XI.
“We’ll bowl first. We are happy to chase. Looks like a good surface. Hopefully, we can bowl well upfront. To the eye, it looks a lot better. The atmosphere has been pretty calm, you can’t fix anything in a day technically. Hopefully, we can get our first win. Two new caps are Klaasen and Mayank Markande, excited for them,” said Srh skipper Aiden Markram at the toss.
Punjab Kings made one change, Matt Short coming in for Bhanuka Rajapaksa.
“We wanted to bat first. We’d like to put a big total. We have a good team environment.
- 4/9/2023
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New Delhi, April 8 (Ians) Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar stated that Gujarat Titans’ five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings in the season opener of Ipl 2023 showed him that the Hardik Pandya-led side are capable of defending their title in the ongoing season.
Manjrekar also cited that the light team atmosphere created by Pandya and head coach Ashish Nehra has helped the players bring their A-game every time they step on the pitch.
Gujarat will be aiming to make a hat-trick of victories when they host Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.
“Hardik is a successful captain because he does not take the game too seriously. Also, Ashish Nehra takes care of the tactical side and that is the reason why this team really seems to be playing as a unit. They proved it by winning the title last season and this season they beat Csk...
Manjrekar also cited that the light team atmosphere created by Pandya and head coach Ashish Nehra has helped the players bring their A-game every time they step on the pitch.
Gujarat will be aiming to make a hat-trick of victories when they host Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.
“Hardik is a successful captain because he does not take the game too seriously. Also, Ashish Nehra takes care of the tactical side and that is the reason why this team really seems to be playing as a unit. They proved it by winning the title last season and this season they beat Csk...
- 4/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Mumbai, March 30 (Ians) With many interactive digital-first features, FanCode will exclusively livestream the upcoming two-match Odi series between South Africa and the Netherlands, starting on Friday.
The series, which will have a direct impact on the upcoming World Cup, will start on Friday at Benoni and the second Odi will be played at the Wanderers on April 2.
The action from the series will be shown on FanCode’s mobile app; TV app (Android TV), Amazon Fire TV Stick, Jio Stb, Samsung TV, and its website, www.fancode.com.
South Africa have named a full-strength squad, including calling back fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, as direct qualification for the World Cup will be on the line for the Proteas.
They need to win both the games to overtake the West Indies and take the final spot for direct qualification into the mega event in India later in the year.
The series, which will have a direct impact on the upcoming World Cup, will start on Friday at Benoni and the second Odi will be played at the Wanderers on April 2.
The action from the series will be shown on FanCode’s mobile app; TV app (Android TV), Amazon Fire TV Stick, Jio Stb, Samsung TV, and its website, www.fancode.com.
South Africa have named a full-strength squad, including calling back fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, as direct qualification for the World Cup will be on the line for the Proteas.
They need to win both the games to overtake the West Indies and take the final spot for direct qualification into the mega event in India later in the year.
- 3/30/2023
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New Delhi, March 30 (Ians) Punjab Kings will miss the services of England all-rounder Liam Livingstone in their opening match of the Ipl 2023.
The Shikhar Dhawan-led side will open their campaign by taking on Kolkata Knight Riders at home on April 1. However, Livingstone won’t be able to reach Mohali in time for that game.
According to a Cricbuzz report, an England and Wales Cricket Board (Ecb) official has confirmed that the 29-year old cricketer, who was on an off-season tour to Dubai, will reach India next week, likely before their second game against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on April 5.
On Wednesday, Livingstone posted an image of his practice session at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Livingstone, who is a key member of the Kings squad for his all-round abilities, has not played competitive cricket since picking up the knee injury on his Test debut in Pakistan.
His absence will increase the...
The Shikhar Dhawan-led side will open their campaign by taking on Kolkata Knight Riders at home on April 1. However, Livingstone won’t be able to reach Mohali in time for that game.
According to a Cricbuzz report, an England and Wales Cricket Board (Ecb) official has confirmed that the 29-year old cricketer, who was on an off-season tour to Dubai, will reach India next week, likely before their second game against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on April 5.
On Wednesday, Livingstone posted an image of his practice session at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Livingstone, who is a key member of the Kings squad for his all-round abilities, has not played competitive cricket since picking up the knee injury on his Test debut in Pakistan.
His absence will increase the...
- 3/30/2023
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Johannesburg, March 29 (Ians) A career-best 83 off 44 balls by Reeza Hendricks was not enough for South Africa as they fell to a seven-run defeat to West Indies in the decisive third and final T20I at the Wanderers Stadium, here.
The right-hander thumped two sixes and 11 fours in his sparkling innings, before becoming one of Alzarri Joseph’s five victims after falling in the penultimate over as the run-rate began to soar in South Africa’s pursuit of 221.
In the end South Africa finished with 213/6, seven short of what would have been another epic chase as they slipped to a 2-1 series defeat to the West Indies.
At the start, the Proteas tried to follow the trend of the series where the chasing side had won each of the previous two games, with captain Aiden Markram winning the toss and bowling first.
Openers Kyle Mayers (17) and Brandon King (36) provided West Indies...
The right-hander thumped two sixes and 11 fours in his sparkling innings, before becoming one of Alzarri Joseph’s five victims after falling in the penultimate over as the run-rate began to soar in South Africa’s pursuit of 221.
In the end South Africa finished with 213/6, seven short of what would have been another epic chase as they slipped to a 2-1 series defeat to the West Indies.
At the start, the Proteas tried to follow the trend of the series where the chasing side had won each of the previous two games, with captain Aiden Markram winning the toss and bowling first.
Openers Kyle Mayers (17) and Brandon King (36) provided West Indies...
- 3/29/2023
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Johannesburg, March 11 (Ians) South Africa defeated West Indies by 284 runs in the second and final Test to finish their World Test Championship cycle with an emphatic 2-0 series win, here on Saturday.
The Proteas have now won 22 out of 32 Tests against the Men in Maroon. With this 2-0 series win, South Africa are placed third in the Wtc standings.
The hosts began the day with a lead of 356 runs over West Indies. A flurry of quick wickets meant that they were bowled out at 321, having added merely 34 runs to the overnight total. Jason Holder (3-48) and Kyle Mayers (3-46) were the pick of West Indies bowlers.
However, an imposing target of 391 proved to be more than enough as West Indies’ batting unit collapsed like a pack of cards in the second innings. Six West Indies batters fell to single-digit scores.
At the end of the first session, West Indies were...
The Proteas have now won 22 out of 32 Tests against the Men in Maroon. With this 2-0 series win, South Africa are placed third in the Wtc standings.
The hosts began the day with a lead of 356 runs over West Indies. A flurry of quick wickets meant that they were bowled out at 321, having added merely 34 runs to the overnight total. Jason Holder (3-48) and Kyle Mayers (3-46) were the pick of West Indies bowlers.
However, an imposing target of 391 proved to be more than enough as West Indies’ batting unit collapsed like a pack of cards in the second innings. Six West Indies batters fell to single-digit scores.
At the end of the first session, West Indies were...
- 3/11/2023
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Johannesburg, March 11 (Ians) Left-arm pace all-rounder Marco Jansen, big-hitting batter Tristan Stubbs, left-arm spin all-rounder Bjorn Fortuin, fast bowler Sisanda Magala and wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton are among the five players to be awarded South Africa men’s central contracts for the first time, said Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Saturday.
Heinrich Klaasen earned a contract upgrade during the course of the past season and has been retained for the upcoming season, while Wayne Parnell makes his return to the contracted squad, which sees an increase from 16 to 20 players.
“The number of contracted players has increased from 16 to 20 this season to ensure that we have a wider pool of white-ball specialists and Test players. We look forward to seeing them compete at the highest level in what is an important next 12 months for the limited-overs and Test sides, with the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup taking place later this year...
Heinrich Klaasen earned a contract upgrade during the course of the past season and has been retained for the upcoming season, while Wayne Parnell makes his return to the contracted squad, which sees an increase from 16 to 20 players.
“The number of contracted players has increased from 16 to 20 this season to ensure that we have a wider pool of white-ball specialists and Test players. We look forward to seeing them compete at the highest level in what is an important next 12 months for the limited-overs and Test sides, with the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup taking place later this year...
- 3/11/2023
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Johannesburg, March 7 (Ians) South Africa on Tuesday made four changes to their playing XI for the second Test match of the home series against West Indies, beginning here on Wednesday.
Spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer were named in the playing XI for the second Test. Senuran Muthusamy, who played as the only spinner in the first Test, bowled eight wicketless overs in the Test match and Marco Jansen has been replaced by the spin duo.
Anrich Nortje also missed out on the bowling group that played in Centurion after he was asked to rest as a precautionary measure following a groin injury.
Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder also come into the XI with Keegan Petersen, who made 14 and 7 in the first Test, missing out.
Heinrich Klaasen, who kept wickets in the first Test, retained his place and could likely continue as the wicketkeeper with Rickelton playing as a pure batter.
Spinners Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer were named in the playing XI for the second Test. Senuran Muthusamy, who played as the only spinner in the first Test, bowled eight wicketless overs in the Test match and Marco Jansen has been replaced by the spin duo.
Anrich Nortje also missed out on the bowling group that played in Centurion after he was asked to rest as a precautionary measure following a groin injury.
Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder also come into the XI with Keegan Petersen, who made 14 and 7 in the first Test, missing out.
Heinrich Klaasen, who kept wickets in the first Test, retained his place and could likely continue as the wicketkeeper with Rickelton playing as a pure batter.
- 3/7/2023
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Johannesburg, March 6 (Ians) Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Monday announced that right-handed batter Aiden Markram has been appointed the new T20I captain ahead of the series against the West Indies.
Markram, 28, takes over from Temba Bavuma, who stepped down as T20I captain last month. Markram had previously led South Africa to the 2014 U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup trophy in the UAE and more recently, he led Sunrisers Eastern Cape to the inaugural SA20 title.
Markram had also captained South Africa in five ODIs against India in 2018 when Faf du Plessis was unavailable due to injury. He will also be captaining Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2023 season of the Indian Premier League (Ipl).
“I would like to congratulate Aiden on his appointment as captain of the Proteas T20I team. Leadership is extremely familiar to him having successfully led on so many levels. He is a player that inspires...
Markram, 28, takes over from Temba Bavuma, who stepped down as T20I captain last month. Markram had previously led South Africa to the 2014 U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup trophy in the UAE and more recently, he led Sunrisers Eastern Cape to the inaugural SA20 title.
Markram had also captained South Africa in five ODIs against India in 2018 when Faf du Plessis was unavailable due to injury. He will also be captaining Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2023 season of the Indian Premier League (Ipl).
“I would like to congratulate Aiden on his appointment as captain of the Proteas T20I team. Leadership is extremely familiar to him having successfully led on so many levels. He is a player that inspires...
- 3/6/2023
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Johannesburg, March 6 (Ians) South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been released from the squad ahead of the second Test against West Indies after experiencing mild groin discomfort during the first Test, Cricket South Africa said on Monday.
Nortje has been asked to rest as a precautionary measure following an assessment made by the South Africa medical team.
“Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been released, as a precaution, from the Test squad after experiencing mild groin discomfort during the first Betway Test,” CSA said in a statement.
The 29-year-old paceman picked 5/36 and 1/48 in the first game in Centurian which the Proteas won by 87 runs.
No replacement has been named for the fast bowler. Other pace options in the South Africa squad include Kagiso Rabada, Gerald Coetzee, Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder.
The two-match series is a part of the World Test Championship but despite the victory in the first game,...
Nortje has been asked to rest as a precautionary measure following an assessment made by the South Africa medical team.
“Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been released, as a precaution, from the Test squad after experiencing mild groin discomfort during the first Betway Test,” CSA said in a statement.
The 29-year-old paceman picked 5/36 and 1/48 in the first game in Centurian which the Proteas won by 87 runs.
No replacement has been named for the fast bowler. Other pace options in the South Africa squad include Kagiso Rabada, Gerald Coetzee, Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder.
The two-match series is a part of the World Test Championship but despite the victory in the first game,...
- 3/6/2023
- by News Bureau
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Dubai, Feb 22 (Ians) Veteran England pacer James Anderson displaced Australia captain Pat Cummins to become the No.1 ranked bowler in the latest Icc Men’s Test Rankings, released on Wednesday after finishing with seven wickets in the first Test against New Zealand that helped his side win by 267 runs, last week.
Anderson, who has grabbed the top spot in the Men’s Test Player Rankings for the sixth time in his career, first became No. 1 in May 2016 and was last at the top in November 2018 before being overtaken by South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada.
Anderson’s rise to the top at the spritely age of 40 years and 207 days also means he is the oldest bowler to hold the top ranking since Australian great Clarrie Grimmett did so back in 1936.
However, his lead at the top is very slender, with Ashwin remaining in second place on a total of 864 rating points...
Anderson, who has grabbed the top spot in the Men’s Test Player Rankings for the sixth time in his career, first became No. 1 in May 2016 and was last at the top in November 2018 before being overtaken by South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada.
Anderson’s rise to the top at the spritely age of 40 years and 207 days also means he is the oldest bowler to hold the top ranking since Australian great Clarrie Grimmett did so back in 1936.
However, his lead at the top is very slender, with Ashwin remaining in second place on a total of 864 rating points...
- 2/22/2023
- by News Bureau
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Durban, Feb 4 (Ians) Mi Cape Town captain Rashid Khan has asked his teammates to play smart cricket and not take pressure in the upcoming two two matches after his side lost to Durban Super Giants by five wickets in a last-over thriller as action returned in SA20 after a week’s break.
In the run chase of 166, Durban Super Giants had to work hard in the second half of their innings but they managed to win the game on the penultimate delivery of the match on Thursday night.
Put in to bat first, Mi Cape Town posted 165 for 5 in 20 overs, thanks to Rassie van der Dussen (43), debutant Tim David (33) and Delano Potgieter (32 not out), who played brilliant cameos.
Playing his first game for Mict, David showcased his big-hitting prowess and even proved his wicket-taking ability. While van der Dussen kept proving his importance in the middle overs with yet another crucial knock,...
In the run chase of 166, Durban Super Giants had to work hard in the second half of their innings but they managed to win the game on the penultimate delivery of the match on Thursday night.
Put in to bat first, Mi Cape Town posted 165 for 5 in 20 overs, thanks to Rassie van der Dussen (43), debutant Tim David (33) and Delano Potgieter (32 not out), who played brilliant cameos.
Playing his first game for Mict, David showcased his big-hitting prowess and even proved his wicket-taking ability. While van der Dussen kept proving his importance in the middle overs with yet another crucial knock,...
- 2/3/2023
- by News Bureau
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Mumbai, Jan 30 (Ians) Mi Cape Town have signed England fast bowler Henry Brookes for the 2023 edition of the SA20, South Africa’s franchise-basked domestic T20 tournament, replacing compatriot Olly Stone in the squad.
The 6 foot 3 inches Brookes, who plays across formats, has played 37 T20 37 matches picking 46 wickets with the best bowling figures of 5-25 and has been touted as one with potential in English cricket.
“Lightning-quick, all ours — Hello, Henry! This English quick in blue-and-gold,” Mi Cape Town announced in a tweet on Monday.
He replaces Olly Stone, who is unavailable. Stone was signed to form a pace bowling troika with Kagiso Rabada and Jofra Archer.
Stone is on a comeback from a last-resort back operation to keep alive his hopes of playing in the Ashes. He was in and is hoping to play in next month’s two-Test series against New Zealand. Stone had last played in a Test...
The 6 foot 3 inches Brookes, who plays across formats, has played 37 T20 37 matches picking 46 wickets with the best bowling figures of 5-25 and has been touted as one with potential in English cricket.
“Lightning-quick, all ours — Hello, Henry! This English quick in blue-and-gold,” Mi Cape Town announced in a tweet on Monday.
He replaces Olly Stone, who is unavailable. Stone was signed to form a pace bowling troika with Kagiso Rabada and Jofra Archer.
Stone is on a comeback from a last-resort back operation to keep alive his hopes of playing in the Ashes. He was in and is hoping to play in next month’s two-Test series against New Zealand. Stone had last played in a Test...
- 1/30/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 26 (Ians) England captain Ben Stokes has been named as the winner of the Icc Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2022 award, two days after being named as captain of Icc Men’s Test team of the Year for 2022.
He also becomes the third England cricketer to win the award after Alastair Cook (2011) and Joe Root (2021), beating competition from compatriot Jonny Bairstow, Australia’s left-handed opener Usman Khawaja, and South Africa fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada, all of whom managed to find a place in the Icc Test eleven for 2022.
Stokes, along with head coach Brendon McCullum, has changed the fortunes of English Test cricket in 2022. Struggling for results and at the rock-bottom of the World Test Championship standings, Stokes took over an English side that was struggling for confidence. Before he was appointed as captain, England had been beaten in each of their four most recently completed series...
He also becomes the third England cricketer to win the award after Alastair Cook (2011) and Joe Root (2021), beating competition from compatriot Jonny Bairstow, Australia’s left-handed opener Usman Khawaja, and South Africa fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada, all of whom managed to find a place in the Icc Test eleven for 2022.
Stokes, along with head coach Brendon McCullum, has changed the fortunes of English Test cricket in 2022. Struggling for results and at the rock-bottom of the World Test Championship standings, Stokes took over an English side that was struggling for confidence. Before he was appointed as captain, England had been beaten in each of their four most recently completed series...
- 1/26/2023
- by News Bureau
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Dubai, Jan 24 (Ians) After revealing the Odi and T20I teams of 2022, Icc on Tuesday also put out its list of the best Test team of the previous year with wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant the only Indian to feature in the eleven.
Pant, who is recovering from injuries he sustained in a serious car crash two days before the end of the year, had a stunning 2022 with the bat, hitting 680 runs from 12 innings at an average of 61.81 and a strike rate of 90.90 in Test cricket.
Two centuries and four fifties in the year only tell half the story, with the destructive nature of Pant’s batting helping add impetus to his team’s innings throughout the year. He smashed 21 sixes in Tests in 2022 and was decent with the gloves too — producing six stumpings and taking 23 catches.
The 25-year-old Pant is likely to miss most of the cricketing action in 2023.
Star all-rounder Ben Stokes,...
Pant, who is recovering from injuries he sustained in a serious car crash two days before the end of the year, had a stunning 2022 with the bat, hitting 680 runs from 12 innings at an average of 61.81 and a strike rate of 90.90 in Test cricket.
Two centuries and four fifties in the year only tell half the story, with the destructive nature of Pant’s batting helping add impetus to his team’s innings throughout the year. He smashed 21 sixes in Tests in 2022 and was decent with the gloves too — producing six stumpings and taking 23 catches.
The 25-year-old Pant is likely to miss most of the cricketing action in 2023.
Star all-rounder Ben Stokes,...
- 1/24/2023
- by News Bureau
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Cape Town, Jan 21 (Ians) Mi Cape Town skipper Rashid Khan on Saturday halied his side’s brilliant all-round win over Paarl Royals in the ongoing SA20, here. Mi Cape Town put up a clinical show with the ball and defeated Paarl Royals by 13 runs and returned to winning ways in some style.
After being invited to bat first, Mict didn’t have the best of starts. But performances from Grant Roelofsen (34), Rassie van der Dussen (49) and a cameo from George Linde (24 off 14) in the middle overs ensured the visitors had a strong total to defend.
Rising to the occasion, Mict bowlers put up a sensational effort and restricted Paarl Royals to 129/6. It was the first win for the team while defending a target and will give a lot of confidence to the team going forward.
In-form George Linde (2/23) and Kagiso Rabada (2/27) once again put up a dominant bowling effort and...
After being invited to bat first, Mict didn’t have the best of starts. But performances from Grant Roelofsen (34), Rassie van der Dussen (49) and a cameo from George Linde (24 off 14) in the middle overs ensured the visitors had a strong total to defend.
Rising to the occasion, Mict bowlers put up a sensational effort and restricted Paarl Royals to 129/6. It was the first win for the team while defending a target and will give a lot of confidence to the team going forward.
In-form George Linde (2/23) and Kagiso Rabada (2/27) once again put up a dominant bowling effort and...
- 1/21/2023
- by News Bureau
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Cape Town, Jan 19 (Ians) Legendary South African batter Hashim Amla, who announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Wednesday, has said he is grateful to his family, coaches, teammates for the constant support throughout his career.
With his retirement, Amla leaves behind a rich legacy in Cricket South Africa and is a big servant of the game.
Bringing curtains down on an illustrious cricket career that spanned over two decades, legendary South Africa cricketer Hashim Amla looks back on his incredible journey and the memories he created through the game.
Amla is now involved with SA20 as the batting coach of Mi Cape Town and shaping up the career of the younger generation. Players like Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Grant, Kagiso Rabada, Sam Curran, Rashid Khan, Jofra and others are benefitting from his experience and game insights.
“Very grateful. I can only thank the Almighty and so many people...
With his retirement, Amla leaves behind a rich legacy in Cricket South Africa and is a big servant of the game.
Bringing curtains down on an illustrious cricket career that spanned over two decades, legendary South Africa cricketer Hashim Amla looks back on his incredible journey and the memories he created through the game.
Amla is now involved with SA20 as the batting coach of Mi Cape Town and shaping up the career of the younger generation. Players like Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Grant, Kagiso Rabada, Sam Curran, Rashid Khan, Jofra and others are benefitting from his experience and game insights.
“Very grateful. I can only thank the Almighty and so many people...
- 1/19/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 19 (Ians) Sunrisers Eastern Cape registered their second consecutive win in the ongoing SA20 as left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen turned up the heat with the bat by leading his side to an exciting two-wicket win over table-toppers Mi Cape Town.
Chasing 172, Jansen came in when his team needed 81 in less than eight overs. The lanky South African launched a fiery counterattack laced with seven sixes and three fours including 28 runs in the 16th over off leg-spinner Rashid Khan, the Mi Cape Town skipper and one of the best T20 players in the globe, and was unbeaten on 66 off just 27 balls.
Former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha declared Jansen’s innings as one of the best he has witnessed ever. “The way he came in and from ball one, he just went after the bowlers and who these bowlers were? They had Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, they had Archer,...
Chasing 172, Jansen came in when his team needed 81 in less than eight overs. The lanky South African launched a fiery counterattack laced with seven sixes and three fours including 28 runs in the 16th over off leg-spinner Rashid Khan, the Mi Cape Town skipper and one of the best T20 players in the globe, and was unbeaten on 66 off just 27 balls.
Former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha declared Jansen’s innings as one of the best he has witnessed ever. “The way he came in and from ball one, he just went after the bowlers and who these bowlers were? They had Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, they had Archer,...
- 1/19/2023
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Johannesburg, Jan 18 (Ians) South Africa on Wednesday announced their men’s squad for the upcoming Odi series against England, which will begin on January 27.
Temba Bavuma will lead the 16-member squad for the three-game Odi series. These ODIs form a part of the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League 2020-23, which carries qualification points for the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
Sisanda Magala and Marco Jansen return to the Odi setup, wherein the duo will look to boost the pace battery comprising Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje and Wayne Parnell.
South Africa will look to forget their woeful performances over the last few months which saw them fail to deliver in the Icc Men’s T20 World Cup before getting routed 0-3 in the Test series Down Under.
Newly appointed red-ball coach Shukri Conrad will oversee this series for the Proteas. He will work in consultation...
Temba Bavuma will lead the 16-member squad for the three-game Odi series. These ODIs form a part of the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League 2020-23, which carries qualification points for the Icc Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
Sisanda Magala and Marco Jansen return to the Odi setup, wherein the duo will look to boost the pace battery comprising Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje and Wayne Parnell.
South Africa will look to forget their woeful performances over the last few months which saw them fail to deliver in the Icc Men’s T20 World Cup before getting routed 0-3 in the Test series Down Under.
Newly appointed red-ball coach Shukri Conrad will oversee this series for the Proteas. He will work in consultation...
- 1/18/2023
- by News Bureau
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Cape Town, Jan 15 (Ians) After a clinical seven-wicket win over Joburg Super Kings in a SA20 match, Mi Cape Town captain Rashid Khan said that his team has the best bowling unit in the tournament, which makes his job easier.
Chasing a below-par target of 106, Mi Ct cruised home inside 16.3 overs in their third league game on Saturday night. With this, Mi Ct picked up four crucial points and jumped to the top of the table with 9 points.
After their bowlers put up a disciplined show, openers Dewald Brevis (42) and Ryan Rickleton (21) shared a stand of 65 to lay the foundation of a big win for their team and the remaining batters then made quick work of the run chase. Brevis’ no-look 99-meter six against Aaron Phangiso was the highlight of Mi Ct’s run chase.
Mi Ct assessed the pitch to perfection and included spinner Waqar Salamkheil in the playing eleven.
Chasing a below-par target of 106, Mi Ct cruised home inside 16.3 overs in their third league game on Saturday night. With this, Mi Ct picked up four crucial points and jumped to the top of the table with 9 points.
After their bowlers put up a disciplined show, openers Dewald Brevis (42) and Ryan Rickleton (21) shared a stand of 65 to lay the foundation of a big win for their team and the remaining batters then made quick work of the run chase. Brevis’ no-look 99-meter six against Aaron Phangiso was the highlight of Mi Ct’s run chase.
Mi Ct assessed the pitch to perfection and included spinner Waqar Salamkheil in the playing eleven.
- 1/14/2023
- by News Bureau
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Sydney, Jan 5 (Ians) Continuing with his tremendous form, Australia opener Usman Khawaja on Thursday stormed to his 12th Test century on the second day of the third and final Test against South Africa, joining an elite list of batters who have scored three consecutive centuries at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Khawaja is the fourth Australian and seventh overall to achieve the feat of scoring four or more consecutive centuries at Scg joining a group that includes India’s, Vvs Laxman.
Khawaja, who was batting on 54 when rain stopped play on Day 1 with the hosts at 147/2 in 47 overs, continued his rich vein of form in the last 12 months which has seen him reach the three-figure mark on five occasions as he scored his century when he pulled Kagiso Rabada for two runs in the morning session on Thursday. Khawaja took 206 balls to reach the three-figure mark and struck eight fours and one six in the process.
Khawaja is the fourth Australian and seventh overall to achieve the feat of scoring four or more consecutive centuries at Scg joining a group that includes India’s, Vvs Laxman.
Khawaja, who was batting on 54 when rain stopped play on Day 1 with the hosts at 147/2 in 47 overs, continued his rich vein of form in the last 12 months which has seen him reach the three-figure mark on five occasions as he scored his century when he pulled Kagiso Rabada for two runs in the morning session on Thursday. Khawaja took 206 balls to reach the three-figure mark and struck eight fours and one six in the process.
- 1/5/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Sydney, Jan 2 (Ians) Since his international debut in the Centurion Test against India in December 2021, Marco Jansen’s stock as an all-rounder has gone up in the longest format of the game.
The left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder has been a great addition to South Africa’s bowling attack in Tests, picking up 36 wickets in eight matches at an average of 19.02 in 2022. With the bat, he has shown glimpses of being reliable, especially when he registered a fifty against Australia in the second Test at McG.
His stellar performances in 2022 meant Jansen has earned a nomination for Icc’s emerging player of the year award. “It didn’t start great, my first over in Test cricket went for 14 (12). I haven’t really thought about it yet or reflected but it’s gone way better than expected. Couldn’t have asked for a better start, I guess,” Jansen was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.
The left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder has been a great addition to South Africa’s bowling attack in Tests, picking up 36 wickets in eight matches at an average of 19.02 in 2022. With the bat, he has shown glimpses of being reliable, especially when he registered a fifty against Australia in the second Test at McG.
His stellar performances in 2022 meant Jansen has earned a nomination for Icc’s emerging player of the year award. “It didn’t start great, my first over in Test cricket went for 14 (12). I haven’t really thought about it yet or reflected but it’s gone way better than expected. Couldn’t have asked for a better start, I guess,” Jansen was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo.
- 1/2/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 1 (Ians) Former Australia captain Ian Chappell feels that South Africa’s bowling attack can get better results in Test cricket if the leadership of the team can be improved.
At the Boxing Day Test in the McG, South Africa were thrashed by an innings and 182 runs by a rampant Australian team, making it the first time since 2005/06 that the Proteas didn’t win a Test series in the country.
It is also South Africa’s second successive Test series loss after 1-2 defeat to England in August-September. They will now play for pride in the third and final Test at Sydney starting from January 4.
“While South Africa’s bowling attack possesses real ability, their wicket-taking capability could be drastically improved. And they are handicapped by their side’s poor batting. A team that is repeatedly provided with low scores and has to regularly be back bowling after...
At the Boxing Day Test in the McG, South Africa were thrashed by an innings and 182 runs by a rampant Australian team, making it the first time since 2005/06 that the Proteas didn’t win a Test series in the country.
It is also South Africa’s second successive Test series loss after 1-2 defeat to England in August-September. They will now play for pride in the third and final Test at Sydney starting from January 4.
“While South Africa’s bowling attack possesses real ability, their wicket-taking capability could be drastically improved. And they are handicapped by their side’s poor batting. A team that is repeatedly provided with low scores and has to regularly be back bowling after...
- 1/1/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Melbourne, Dec 26 (Ians) Australia’s fast-bowling all-rounder Cameron Green had a great time with the ball on day one of Boxing Day Test against South Africa, with his spell of 5/27, also his maiden five-wicket haul in longer format bowling out the visitors for just 189.
After the end of day’s play, Green said in the post-match press conference that he believes one has to take a lot of care in bowling when a player is a specialist bowler, not an all-rounder, which he is.
“I think your priorities change. You take a lot of your care in your bowling when you’re just a bowler. You have that rhythm because you’re bowling 20 overs an innings basically. That’s probably the main difference.”
“It’s tough if you’re trying to do both equally. You have to try and prioritise one of them, because you’re going to put too...
After the end of day’s play, Green said in the post-match press conference that he believes one has to take a lot of care in bowling when a player is a specialist bowler, not an all-rounder, which he is.
“I think your priorities change. You take a lot of your care in your bowling when you’re just a bowler. You have that rhythm because you’re bowling 20 overs an innings basically. That’s probably the main difference.”
“It’s tough if you’re trying to do both equally. You have to try and prioritise one of them, because you’re going to put too...
- 12/26/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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