Rob Walter has resigned as South Africa’s white-ball coach, with his tenure marked by significant achievements, including the team's first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final appearance in 2024 and a semi-final spot in the 2023 Cricket World Cup. CSA will soon announce his successor.
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The Pakistan Cricket Board has dismissed rumors of removing Imran Khan's name from an enclosure at Gaddafi Stadium due to his imprisonment on corruption charges. They confirmed that names of all enclosures remain unchanged. Imran Khan, facing a 14-year sentence, claims the accusations are politically motivated.
Shikhar Dhawan shared his early cricket struggles with underprivileged children, highlighting his journey from performing chores for minimal playtime to becoming a pivotal Indian cricket team player. Throughout his 13-year international career, Dhawan made notable contributions with impressive stats across formats, ultimately retiring in August 2024 after a successful stint in domestic and international cricket.
Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah shared moments from a Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad where lead singer Chris Martin dedicated a song to him. Bumrah on Tuesday also won the ICC men’s cricketer of the year award for 2024, joining the ranks of former winners like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar.
After a setback against Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, led by Axar Patel, aim to rebound against a struggling Rajasthan Royals side. Karun Nair's impressive form bolsters Delhi's batting, while their spin attack, spearheaded by Kuldeep Yadav, poses a threat. Rajasthan Royals seek consistency, hoping Jofra Archer finds his rhythm to strengthen their bowling unit in this crucial encounter.
Jacob Bethell, 21, will not participate in the upcoming Champions Trophy due to a hamstring injury. England's captain, Jos Buttler, expressed disappointment over Bethell's absence. In response, Somerset batsman Tom Banton has been called up as a replacement and will join the team for the final ODI against India.
Saim Ayub is undergoing ankle injury rehabilitation in London after fracturing it during a match. Care is being provided by top sports injury experts, with the hope he recovers for next month's Champions Trophy. Ayub, highly regarded by former England captain Nasser Hussain, is part of Pakistan's provisional squad.
Former chief selector Sunil Joshi backs Rishabh Pant's fearless approach ahead of the Gabba Test. Joshi believes Pant's aggressive style, reminiscent of Virender Sehwag, can shift pressure onto the bowlers and lead to an Indian victory, similar to his match-winning 89* in 2021. Despite recent lower scores, Joshi is confident Pant will deliver a game-changing innings at the Gabba again.
Tilak Varma, in only the early stages of his T20I career, has established himself as a versatile and reliable player. His recent performance against England, including an unbeaten 72, showcased his ability to expertly blend caution with aggression on a challenging pitch, as he led India to a successful 166-run chase.
Varun Chakaravarthy's exceptional five-wicket haul led Tamil Nadu to bowl out Rajasthan for 267 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy pre-quarterfinals. His crucial spell helped dismantle Rajasthan's strong position, turning the game after a significant second-wicket stand. Chakaravarthy's form continues to bolster his case for a consistent spot in India's T20I squad.