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AnalysisContrary to speculation, Delhi Capitals have retained Prithvi Shaw for IPL 2024, providing him a chance to bounce back from a challenging 2023 season. Shaw, recovering from a knee injury, is also set to return to action through the Ranji Trophy before IPL 2024.
NewsSunRisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore engage in an IPL trade, with SRH sending Mayank Dagar to RCB in exchange for Shahbaz Ahmed. BCCI sources indicate the trade, and an official announcement is expected soon. Speculation surrounds potential exclusions in RCB, while SRH’s retention and releases remain less disclosed under new coach Daniel Vettori.
NewsIt has been confirmed by sources to India Today that Rahul Dravid is set to transition from the position of the head coach of the Indian cricket team. He is expected to join Lucknow Super Giants as a mentor for the IPL 2024 season. Additionally, VVS Laxman is anticipated to take over the Indian team on a full-time basis.
NewsThe Junior Cricket Committee has announced India’s U19 squad for the upcoming ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2023 set to take place in the UAE. As the defending champions and the most successful side in the tournament, India is gearing up for another thrilling campaign.
NewsAfter the disappointing 2023 World Cup performance by the men’s team, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) disclosed that the sports ministry prevented the selection of Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera in their squad for the prestigious event. In an official statement, the board explained that the National Sports Selection Committee insisted on a medical clearance, and without it, inclusion was not permitted.
NewsBrisbane Heat is set to strengthen its lineup with the availability of ODI World Cup winner Marnus Labuschagne and seasoned Test opener Usman Khawaja for the opening fixture against the Melbourne Stars in the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL).
NewsRavichandran Ashwin, Ajinkya Rahane, and several other veteran players are likely to be part of the India A lineup.
NewsHardik Pandya, initially with Mumbai Indians in IPL since 2015, moved to Gujarat Titans in 2022 as captain, leading them to victory. Recent reports hint at discussions for a potential trade, suggesting a return to Mumbai Indians for the upcoming IPL 2024 season.
NewsPakistan spinner Imad Wasim has officially declared his retirement from international cricket. Following his omission from the World Cup 2023 squad, Imad, who had been involved in television work in Pakistan, expressed gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support.
NewsThe Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 auction is set to unfold in Mumbai on December 9, as officially declared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday. The forthcoming auction precedes the 2024 edition of the WPL, with the league itself anticipated to be staged in February-March next year.
It is not my job to announce the winner
Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019