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England vs Australia: Jamie Smith relishing in opportunity to face rivals for the first time

By |September 18th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|Tags: , , |

Jamie Smith has played two ODI's for England and made his debut against Ireland in September 2023; the 24-year-old earned his maiden Test cap this summer; watch the first ODI on September 19 at Trent Bridge with coverage from 12pm (first ball 12.30pm), live on Sky Sports Smith has only played two ODI's for England and made his debut against Ireland in September 2023. After starring with the bat and gloves during the Test series' against the West Indies and Sri Lanka, the 24-year-old has been brought back into the white-ball set up. England and Australia face each other in

We have laid out some plans…’: Rohit Sharma on bowlers’ workload management in packed Test schedule

By |September 18th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

Rohit Sharma's Indian cricket team is set to begin a demanding Test schedule against Bangladesh in Chennai. Strategies are in place to manage the workload of key bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. After facing Bangladesh, India will play New Zealand at home before heading to Australia for a five-match Test series. NEW DELHI: When India kicks off a heavy Test schedule against Bangladesh on Thursday, skipper Rohit Sharma claimed that they have plans in place to control the workload of their pacers. The first of India's ten Test matches will take place in Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium on

ICC confirm 225 per cent increase in prize money for 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup

By |September 17th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

For the first time, the winners of the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will get the same prize money as their male counterparts. The victors of the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup will receive USD 2.34 million, an increase in 134 per cent from the previous edition. The runners-up will get USD 1.17 million, making it the only major team sport in the world with equal* prize money for men’s and women’s World Cup events. Overall, the prize pool has increased to USD 7,958,080 for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, a massive 225 per cent jump from the

James Anderson Set For T20 Return After A Decade? Report Reveals Star Could Earn…

By |September 17th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

James Anderson, who retired from international cricket after amassing 704 Test wickets, recently joined the England backroom staff as a fast-bowling mentor. England's all-time leading Test wicket-taker, James Anderson, has caught the attention of Major League Cricket (MLC) as a potential recruit for its 2025 season, following recent hints at a possible return to white-ball cricket. Senior figures from at least one unnamed MLC franchise are exploring whether the 42-year-old fast-bowling legend would be interested in participating in the growing T20 tournament in the United States, reported BBC Sport. Anderson, who retired from international cricket after amassing 704 Test wickets,

Gary Neville: Arsenal played like Premier League-winning team against Tottenham in perfect preparation for Man City

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Football, Sports|

Arsenal defied fitness fears to beat Tottenham 1-0 in the North London derby; the Gunners have moved two points behind leaders Man City ahead of trip to the Etihad Stadium next weekend; watch Man City vs Arsenal live on Sky Sports next Sunday, kick-off 4.30pm Gary Neville believes Arsenal played with the experience of a Premier League-winning team in their North London derby win at Tottenham - adding it was the perfect preparation for next weekend's mouth-watering tie at Manchester City. Arsenal soaked up the pressure at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before snatching victory thanks to Gabriel's header after the

Travis Head on batting against Indian team: ‘Don’t feel like they’re my favorite…we play them enough, play them lots’

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

Australia have defeated India in two finals in 2023. One was at the Oval in the World Test Championship final and the other one was at Ahmedabad in ODI World Cup final. In both instances, it was Travis Head who played the protagonist for the Kangaroos. The ton in London was a counter punch after a sedate start on Day 1 from the left-hander and the ton at the Narendra Modi Stadium was wait and watch initially and then change the gears kind of an inning. “I don’t feel like they’re my favorite,” Head said speaking to Star Sports after

Virat Kohli’s jersey hogs limelight in Pakistan during Babar Azam’s Champions One-Day Cup match

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

Virat Kohli's immense global fan following was evident during a Champions One-Day Cup 2024 match in Pakistan, where a fan waved his jersey. As India prepares for a two-Test series against Bangladesh, Kohli returns to Test cricket after missing the home series against England. He showcased his batting skills during practice at Chepauk stadium. NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli enjoys an immense global fan following, making him one of the most popular cricketers of all time. Kohli has garnered admiration from fans across various countries, transcending cricket's traditional boundaries.A recent display of Kohli's widespread popularity was seen in Pakistan during the

Anderson a target for USA’s Major League Cricket

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

England's all-time leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson is a surprise target for Major League Cricket. BBC Sport understands senior figures with at least one MLC team have had their interest pricked by Anderson's comments last month about a return to white-ball cricket. The unnamed franchise are now set to explore whether the 42-year-old would be interested in participating in the third edition of the T20 tournament in the United States next year. Anderson could earn about £135,000 from a short stint in MLC, which lured some stellar names from the game for the 2024 edition. The most high profile of

Cristiano Ronaldo misses Al-Nassr’s debut in new Asian Elite tournament due to viral infection

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Football, Sports|

Cristiano Ronaldo missed Al-Nassr's first match in the newly formatted AFC Champions League Elite due to a viral infection. His absence followed a successful international break with Portugal. Al-Nassr played against Iraqi club Al-Shorta without their star forward. Ronaldo's next chance to feature is on September 20th against Qatari club Al-Rayyan in Riyadh. NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo missed Al-Nassr's inaugural match in the newly formatted AFC Champions League Elite tournament on Monday due to illness.The Portuguese forward was diagnosed with a viral infection and advised to rest by the team physician, according to an official statement from Al-Nassr.Ronaldo's absence comes

“Virat Kohli Bowed To Me”: India Star Reveals Batting Great’s Startling Reaction After He Scored 21-Ball 45

By |September 16th, 2024|Categories: Cricket, Sports|

Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan is excited to share the dressing room with India legend Virat Kohli Ahead of the two-match Test series against Bangladesh, Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan is excited to share the dressing room with India legend Virat Kohli and said 'his passion and spirit are unmatched'. Sarfaraz, who made his Test debut against England earlier this year, is eager to link up with his former Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate Kohli. In the series against England, Sarfaraz could not meet Kohli as the latter withdrew from the five-Test series citing personal reasons. The youngster lauded the former India captain's

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