Friday, November 22
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan addressed rumors surrounding the potential signing of Rishabh Pant, stating the team's focus is on retaining their core players. Despite Pant's availability after being released by Delhi Capitals, CSK, with a limited auction purse, will prioritize players instrumental to their past success.
Haris Rauf emulated Hardik Pandya's signature celebration after dismissing Matthew Short during Pakistan's resounding eight-wicket victory over Australia in the third ODI at Perth. This win secured Pakistan's first ODI series triumph on Australian soil in 22 years. The team, led by Mohammad Rizwan, successfully chased down the modest target of 140 at Perth Stadium before the 27th over.
Pakistan's cricket team ended a 22-year drought by defeating Australia in a thrilling ODI series on their home turf. The victory, led by a dominant pace attack, sparked widespread celebration among fans and former players. Cricket legends like Wasim Akram and Rashid Latif praised the team's performance, highlighting its significance for Pakistan's cricketing future.
Former Australian cricketer Michael Hussey has voiced concerns over Australia's selection of Nathan McSweeney as an opener for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Hussey believes the challenging Indian bowling attack warrants a specialist opener, citing the significant transition required for McSweeney, who primarily bats at number three.
Pakistan secured a historic ODI series victory against Australia, their first on Australian soil in over two decades. The team chased down a target of 141 with eight wickets to spare, fueled by strong batting performances from Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique. The win was clinched in the 27th over, marking a dominant performance by Pakistan.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly unwilling to send its team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy due to political tensions. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali suggests that other cricket boards may also decline to participate, potentially influenced by the financial clout of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
India may consider changes to their playing eleven for the second T20I against South Africa. Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi may be replaced. The team might opt for only two spinners in Gqeberha. Ramandeep Singh, an all-rounder, is a potential debutant. India won the first match by 61 runs. The second match is on Sunday.
The Indian cricket team faced an embarrassing 3-0 Test series whitewash at home against New Zealand, marking the first time in history that India has suffered such a defeat on home soil. Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed his disappointment, calling it a "shattering experience" and taking responsibility for his own shortcomings with the bat.
Australian cricketer Pat Cummins admitted in a podcast that he didn't recognize Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan when they first met during his initial years in the IPL playing for KKR. Despite not knowing Khan's celebrity status, Cummins found him to be a cool and charismatic owner who prioritized the players' enjoyment and freedom on the field.
