Australian pacer Mitchell Starc paid tribute to recently retired Ravichandran Ashwin, acknowledging the Indian off-spinner as a formidable opponent. Ashwin concluded his Test career with 537 wickets, including 115 against Australia. Starc praised Ashwin's remarkable career and his close relationship with fellow spinner Nathan Lyon.
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GMR Group has taken a stake in Southern Brave, completing the ECB's equity distribution for The Hundred. Southern Brave now joins three other IPL-linked teams. The ECB has also attracted global investors for teams like Birmingham Phoenix, Welsh Fire, London Spirit, and Trent Rockets. The GMR Group made history in September last year by acquiring Hampshire Cricket, marking the first instance of an international company taking ownership of a county cricket team.
New Zealand coach Gary Stead acknowledges India's 'mystery' spinner Varun Chakravarthy as a significant threat for the ICC Champions Trophy final. He plans to strategize against Chakravarthy's skills. Despite India's familiarity with Dubai conditions, Stead is optimistic about his team's adaptability and preparation, emphasising the importance of the crucial match against India on Sunday.
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal, aged 36, suffered a heart attack on the field during a domestic match in Dhaka. He was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club when he experienced chest pain and was hospitalised. Tamim is receiving treatment and his condition has stabilised. The Bangladesh Cricket Board canceled its scheduled meeting and members visited him at the hospital.
South Africa's tailenders Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen secured a tense two-wicket win over Pakistan in the first test, ensuring the Proteas' place in the next year's World Test Championship final. Spinner Tabraiz Shamsi highlighted South Africa's cricket resurgence with performances in various formats. Captain Bavuma praised the team's journey, overcoming initial setbacks to now lead the WTC table.
The ICC announced a neutral venue policy for India-Pakistan clashes in upcoming tournaments. This applies to the 2025 Champions Trophy, 2025 Women's World Cup, and 2026 T20 World Cup. Pakistan will host the Champions Trophy and defend its 2017 title. The Women's T20 World Cup 2028 will be in Pakistan. Australia will host a women's event between 2029 and 2031.
The Indian cricket team has arrived in Brisbane for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, starting December 14th at the Gabba. The series is currently tied 1-1. The Gabba pitch is expected to offer its traditional pace and bounce, but its fresher pre-Christmas condition might play a different role compared to India's 2021 victory there in January.
England hopes to make an impact in the Champions Trophy after facing challenges, with three venues in Pakistan and Dubai hosting the tournament. With Ben Stokes still recovering and Joe Root's return to ODIs, the team is led by Jos Buttler. England is in Pool B with Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa.
Sunil Gavaskar criticised the lack of complaints from former Indian players about the green pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground, contrasting it with the usual uproar over spin-friendly pitches in India. On Day 1, India struggled against Australia’s bowling, with Rishabh Pant showing resilience despite multiple blows, highlighting the tough batting conditions.
Rain forced the cancellation of the ICC Champions Trophy match between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi after the field was not fully covered. Mohammad Kaif criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board for mismanagement of ICC funds. Both teams shared points, with South Africa leading Group B.