The Women's Premier League mini-auction saw uncapped Indian talent shine. Simran Shaikh became the most expensive buy at ₹1.9 crore, going to Gujarat Giants. G Kamalini fetched ₹1.6 crore from Mumbai Indians, while Prema Rawat went to RCB for ₹1.2 crore. Deandra Dottin returned to Gujarat Giants for ₹1.7 crore.
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Australia's newest Test player, Sam Konstas, showcased his talent with an impressive debut in the Boxing Day Test, scoring a quick 60. Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts Konstas, who displays traits of both Leo and Virgo, has the potential to become a cricketing great, with audacious yet perfected shots, and possibly the best replacement for David Warner as an opener.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated R Ashwin on his international cricket retirement, praising his exceptional 14-year career. Modi's letter highlighted Ashwin's surprise retirement, comparing it to an unexpected "carrom ball." The Prime Minister lauded Ashwin's 765 international wickets, numerous Player of the Series awards, and crucial contributions to India's victories, including the 2011 World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy.
Sri Lankan cricketer Niroshan Dickwella's three-year suspension for a doping violation has been lifted after a successful appeal. The ICC confirmed that Dickwella presented evidence demonstrating the detected substance was not performance-enhancing and he hadn't consumed any banned substances during the Lanka Premier League.
Shakib Al Hasan, former Bangladesh captain, has been banned from bowling in English cricket competitions due to an illegal action. An assessment revealed his elbow extension exceeded the allowed limit. The ban, effective December 10, 2024, follows a report during his stint with Surrey where he took nine wickets during their loss to Somerset.
Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting commended the record-breaking attendance of the India-Australia Test series, suggesting the rivalry may now be cricket's biggest. The series saw 837,000 attendees, with 375,000 at the Melbourne Test alone. Both praised the players' performances and Australia's ability to turn the series around, emphasizing the growing interest and intensity of this cricket rivalry.
Pakistan secured a commanding 2-0 series lead against South Africa with an 81-run victory in the second ODI. Babar Azam (73) and Mohammad Rizwan (80) laid the foundation with a crucial 115-run partnership. Late fireworks from Kamran Ghulam (63 off 32) propelled Pakistan to 329.
Pakistan made history by becoming the first team to sweep South Africa 3-0 in an ODI series in South Africa. Saim Ayub smashed his second century of the series; he scored 101 runs. Ayub joined the ranks of Virat Kohli, Joe Root, David Warner, Kevin Pietersen and Fakhar Zaman with his second ton of the series. Pakistan won the match by 36 runs (DLS method).