Ali is coming off a historic season with the Trinbago Knight Riders in the just-concluded CPL wherein they remained unbeaten in all the 12 games in the season en route the title. Ali returned eight wickets in the season in as many matches at an economy rate of 7.43 and was among the top pacers in the CPL. … [Read more...] about Ali Khan named Harry Gurney’s replacement at KKR
Steve Smith passes second concussion test
Meanwhile, Mitchell Starc's fitness remains a cause for concern for Australia. The left-arm pacer, who had slipped on the field, appeared to be struggling with a groin issue. He managed to bowl his full 10 overs in the first ODI and although he did not pick up a wicket, he conceded only 47 runs and bowled well in the death to help Australia defend a total of 294. … [Read more...] about Steve Smith passes second concussion test
If it’s 7 days of quarantine, we can proceed with Sri Lanka tour – BCB chief
"In our last communication with them, SLC told us that we have to be in quarantine for the first seven days after arrival, after which the players can go ahead with the training schedule. We believe that if it remains seven days of quarantine, we can proceed according to our plans. [But] I think we should wait for feedback from SLC before making any further comment." … [Read more...] about If it’s 7 days of quarantine, we can proceed with Sri Lanka tour – BCB chief
SA Olympic body writes to ICC, says CSA takeover is not government interference
SASCOC is not a government organisation. But all of the country's sport federations, including CSA, are compelled by law to be members of SASCOC and can be put under administration by it. By law, no rivals to SASCOC are allowed. Thus, without SASCOC's approval players and teams would not officially represent South Africa and could not compete wearing the Protea badge or national colours. … [Read more...] about SA Olympic body writes to ICC, says CSA takeover is not government interference
IPL 2020 will be great for Australia-bound players – Mohammed Shami
"It would be great that the Australia-bound players are playing IPL," Shami told PTI. "It will set the body and momentum perfectly by then. I feel it's better that we are playing the IPL before a big series. Apart from the IPL, everyone is also focused on that [Australia] tour. There is a lot of talk about that series. We will have a good contest." … [Read more...] about IPL 2020 will be great for Australia-bound players – Mohammed Shami
