Chris Gayle has expressed his unwavering confidence in Virat Kohli, calling him the best player in the world despite his current poor form. He acknowledged Kohli's struggles but believes he would bounce back. Gayle congratulated Rohit Sharma for his ODI sixes record and also praised Abhishek Sharma's performance.
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David Warner praised 19-year-old Sam Konstas for his bold debut in the Boxing Day Test against India, where he impressed with a 60 off 65 innings, including a challenging 18-run over against Jasprit Bumrah. Warner urged selectors and fans to support Konstas' fearless approach, emphasizing its potential to inspire other players.
After India's loss to Australia, BCCI implemented family accompaniment restrictions during tours, sparking debate. Virat Kohli expressed dissatisfaction, while Yuvraj Singh's wife, Hazel Keech, supported it, saying the policy helps players stay focused. The policy allows families for 14 days on tours over 45 days and 7 days on shorter tours.
Australia's Steve Smith equalled the Big Bash League record for most centuries with a remarkable unbeaten 121 runs off 64 balls for the Sydney Sixers against Perth Scorchers. Smith’s knock, which included ten fours and seven sixes, contributed to the Sixers' total of 222 for 3. Sixers won the contest by 14 runs.
The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi visited Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on January 6 to look at the unfinished work as the Champions Trophy begins on February 19. Pakistan will host matches in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi, while India will play in Dubai. Naqvi expressed confidence in meeting the January 25 deadline.
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