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Beau Webster recalled, Todd Murphy again misses after Steve Smith said Aussies were ‘backed into a corner’ by a green pitch Australia have pulled an unprecedented selection move for the final Ashes Test, leaving out their frontline spinner Todd Murphy and instead picking Beau Webster for his first match of the summer in Sydney. Not since 1888, when cricket was completely unrecognisable to the professional game it is today, have the Aussies neglected to play a frontline slow bowler for a Test at the SCG, once considered this country’s spin haven. But, with England winning the toss and electing to…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL England have named Matthew Potts and Shoaib Bashir in a 12-member squad for the final match of the The Ashes, scheduled to be played in Sydney. The announcement comes as England look to manage their bowling resources ahead of the concluding Test of the series. According to team officials, the final decision on the playing eleven will be taken after closely examining pitch conditions at the venue. England are currently dealing with the absence of several key fast bowlers, including Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, and Gus Atkinson, which has opened the door for Potts to potentially…
Jake Fraser-McGurk’s Melbourne Renegades are looking to restart their season with a win over their MCG-based rivals One of the most keenly anticipated Melbourne derbies in BBL history has players from both sides tipping more than 60,000 to fill the MCG grandstands on Sunday night. The match will be played almost 10 years to the day since the famous night the two teams drew an enormous 80,883 people to the ‘G, a crowd total that remains competition’s high watermark.A decade on, with the table-topping Melbourne Stars returning home for their first match at the MCG since December 18, and Melbourne…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL The recent edition of the President Cup Grade One concluded with Khan Research Laboratories lifting the title after an impressive all-round performance throughout the competition. Under the leadership of Pakistan international Iftikhar Ahmed, the team displayed balance and consistency in both batting and bowling, which proved decisive in their championship run. Following the final victory and the trophy presentation, Iftikhar Ahmed’s celebration quickly became the highlight of the moment. As teammates and officials gathered, the KRL captain broke into a lively dance inspired by a popular song associated with a controversial Indian film character. The spontaneous…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL According to Indian media reports, a Bangladeshi player has been left out of the Indian Premier League following an administrative decision taken ahead of the upcoming season. The development has drawn attention due to the high-profile nature of the signing and the player’s recent inclusion in franchise plans. Reports state that the Board of Control for Cricket in India directed Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from their squad. The instruction was reportedly issued at the board level and communicated formally to the franchise. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has confirmed that official…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board and President of the Asian Cricket Council, Mohsin Naqvi, has addressed ongoing speculation regarding the whereabouts of the Asia Cup 2025 trophy, offering a brief but clear response to calm circulating rumors. Speaking to media representatives in Karachi, Mohsin Naqvi was asked about reports questioning where the Asia Cup 2025 trophy is currently located. Responding with a smile, he said that wherever the trophy is, it remains safe. His remark was seen as an attempt to downplay the controversy and reassure stakeholders amid growing speculation on social media and…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL The Pakistan Cricket Board has finalized Pakistan’s preliminary squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup and has officially submitted the list of players to the International Cricket Council, according to media reports. Sources revealed that the PCB has sent a provisional 15-member squad along with the names of reserve players. Under tournament regulations, the PCB is allowed to make changes to the submitted squad without ICC approval until January 31. After that deadline, any alteration will require clearance from the ICC’s technical committee. Officials indicated that the final announcement of Pakistan’s World Cup squad,…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Former Australian wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist has raised concerns over the slow scoring rate of Pakistan star Babar Azam, suggesting that it can create added pressure on the batter at the other end in limited-overs cricket. Speaking during commentary in Australia’s Big Bash League, Gilchrist said that Babar is not known for power hitting and should not be judged by that standard. He explained that Babar’s strength lies in his timing, class, and sound technique rather than consistently clearing the boundary. Gilchrist noted that because of this batting style, it is unrealistic to expect Babar to attack…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced serious concerns about the long-term future of One Day International cricket, cautioning that the format may begin to decline after the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. Speaking about the changing landscape of international cricket, Ashwin said he is increasingly uncertain about the future of the 50-over format beyond the 2027 World Cup. While he stopped short of making a definitive prediction, he admitted that the direction in which the game is moving leaves him uneasy. Ashwin pointed out that the rapid expansion of franchise-based T20 leagues around the world, combined…
A run-scoring slog fest at Engie Stadium saw the Hobart Hurricanes come out on top thanks to a brilliant opening partnership Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes | BBL|15 David Warner blasted the highest individual score of the BBL season so far, but couldn’t prevent a Tim Ward and Mitch Owen-inspired Hobart securing a six-wicket win over Sydney Thunder. Warner wound back the clock with an unbeaten 130 off 65 balls at Engie Stadium on Saturday night, whacking nine sixes and 11 fours to steer the Thunder to 4-205. But Ward (90 off 49) and Owen (45 off 18) responded with…