Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said that the hosts will have a point to prove having lost two series at home against India. Ponting picked Australia as favourites for the series while tipping them to overturn the results against India this time around. Australia haven't won BGT since 2017.
George Worker made his ODI debut for New Zealand against South Africa at Potchefstroom on August 23, 2015. He could only play 10 ODIs and was then left out of the squad by the Kiwi selectors.
Ricky Ponting worked as the head coach of the Delhi Capitals since the 2018 season. During his tenure, the Capitals reached the playoffs for three consecutive IPL seasons in 2019, 2020 and 2021. However, the team couldn't lift the trophy in any of the seasons.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have already retired from T20Is and now only be focusing on Test cricket and One Day Internationals (ODIs). Rohit is leading the team in ODIs and the red-ball format.
The second and final T20I between Ireland Women and Sri Lanka Women is set to take place today. Visitors Sri Lanka are leading the series 1-0 having won the opening game by seven wickets and they will be keen on continuing their good run in the format.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, two stalwarts of Indian cricket are expected to ply their trade in the domestic red-ball tournament Duleep Trophy ahead of a long Test season for the Indian team. Kohli hasn't played domestic cricket for the longest time being involved with the national team.
Ishan Kishan made his Test debut for India against the West Indies at Windsor Park in Dominica in July 2023. The southpaw has only played two Tests for Team India and will be making his return to the red-ball format after a long time.
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India's para shuttler Pramod Bhagat has been ruled out of the upcoming Paris Paralympics after being found guilty of doping violation. He had won the gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago.
Australia will host India for a home Test series for the first time under Pat Cummins' captaincy. Australia have won 17 out of the 28 Test matches they have played under the captaincy of Cummins and conceded just six.
The Cricket West Indies (CWI) hosted the ninth instalment of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in June under the supervision of Johnny Grave. Grave took up the position as the CEO of Cricket West Indies in 2017.
Anshu Malik bowed out of the Paris Olympics in the pre-quarter-final round in the 57kg freestyle event. Despite showing great determination, she lost to USA's vastly experienced Helen Louise Maroulis 2-7 in the round of 16. Before starting the preparation for LA 2028, she is willing to take a break.
Cricket Scotland and ECB may field a joint outfit together to represent Team Great Britain at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. The arrangement may see the top-notch players from both countries play alongside each other.
Wriddhiman Saha is no more being picked in the Indian Test team as the selectors have moved on from him. He played for Tripura for two editions but is now back with his state team and is eager to contribute to the team's cause.
The England management is in a precarious position following an injury scare to their red-ball captain Ben Stokes ahead of the three-match Test series against Sri Lanka at home starting August 21.
The decision on awarding Vinesh Phogat with a silver medal or not will be out on August 13. Meanwhile, Vinesh was asked two crucial questions by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. The grappler and her team will have to respond to the questions.
Vinesh Phogat is likely to leave for Delhi amdist her appeal for a silver medal is pending a decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Phogat reached the finals of the Paris Olympics in the 50kg category but was disqualified due to being overweight.
Bangladesh have a busy schedule in 2024 in Test cricket with their two-match series against Pakistan set to commence on August 21. They are also slated to tour India for two Test matches with the series starting on September 19 in Chennai.
The Paris Olympic Games 2024 saw some nations earning their first-ever medal in the grandest sporting event. Saint Lucia's sprinter Julien Alfred won the gold in the 100m race pipping favourite Sha'Carri Richardson for the title. Boxer David de Pina brought a bronze for Cape Verde.
Gus Atkinson is expected to fill the massive void that has been created by veteran fast bowler James Anderson's retirement. Anderson claimed 704 wickets in 188 Tests that he played during his career.
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