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September 17, 2021 aditya sportstiger

England’s tour of Pakistan in doubt after New Zealand walk off due to security concerns

ECB has informed that it is liaising with its security team which is present in the ground in Pakistan to fathom the overall scenario.

September 17, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

2 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Delhi Capitals pacer Ishant Sharma bowled 2 maiden overs in the first leg of IPL 2021.

September 17, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

“NZ just killed Pakistan cricket”- Shoaib Akhtar reacts angrily after New Zealand decide to abandon white-ball series

The Pakistan Cricket Board was left in a state of shock at NZC’s decision to postpone the series.

September 17, 2021 Ketaki Pole

Indian T20 League: Kolkata vs Bangalore Fantasy Tips – Key Players, Probable XI and More

The duo of Glenn Maxwell and AB de Villiers have been the best performers for Bangalore and should be a must have in one’s fantasy.

September 17, 2021 Abhinav Goel

New Zealand’s tour of Pakistan abandoned due to security concerns

This was the first time in 18 years that New Zealand cricket team had travelled to Pakistan.

September 17, 2021 Abhinav Goel

Start of first ODI between New Zealand and Pakistan delayed after 3 NZ players test positive

Pakistan were scheduled to play against New Zealand in the three-match ODI series, starting Friday.

September 17, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

Will treat every game as the final: Rashid Khan hopes for redemption for SRH in second half

Rashid also shed some light on his batting skills and how he is looking to help his team whenever there is an opportunity.

September 17, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

Virat Kohli fought hard to have Dhawan in the ODI squad for England series in March: Reports

The report also mentioned the intensity of the debate that took place over the matter.

September 17, 2021 Varun Malik

MS Dhoni named in 15-member defence ministry panel to review NCC

It is worth noting that MS Dhoni was awarded the honorary rank of lieutenant colonel in the Territorial Army in 2011.

September 17, 2021 Vaidehi Singh

Shaheen Shah Afridi to don Shahid Afridi’s No. 10 jersey

Pakistan will play against New Zealand in the three-match ODI series, starting today, followed by five-match T20I series.

September 16, 2021 aditya sportstiger

Only AB de Villiers can take on Jasprit Bumrah, feels Gautam Gambhir

Interestingly, there are a few batsmen who have managed to play Bumrah with comfort.

September 16, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

Stats Review: A look at record of Virat Kohli as captain in T20Is

Virat Kohli has 12 fifty-plus scores as captain in T20Is which is the most by any player.

September 16, 2021 aditya sportstiger

“Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri will get some help from him” – Shardul Thakur on MS Dhoni’s appointment as Team India mentor

Shardul said that Dhoni as mentor would bring new ideas to the team.

September 16, 2021 aditya sportstiger

Indian T20 League Match 30: Chennai vs Mumbai Fantasy Tips – Key Players, Probable XI and More

The game on Sunday is expected to be a nail-biter as Chennai will fight for revenge while Mumbai will look to go up in the points table with a win.

September 16, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

Virat Kohli to step down as India’s T20 captain after 2021 T20 World Cup in UAE

The 32-year-old made the announcement through a Twitter post where he also explained the reason behind his decision.

September 16, 2021 Press Release

I’ve been waiting to come back to the DC family for four months: Delhi Capitals’ Head Coach Ricky Ponting

The Delhi Capitals will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad on 22 September 2021 in UAE.

September 16, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

3 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Amit Mishra is the only player to have 3 hat-tricks in IPL.

September 16, 2021 SportsTiger Staff

IPL 2021: Match 30 Stats Preview – Can an upbeat Chennai trouble Mumbai in unfavorable territory?

CSK are back to the place where they had their worst season ever. Can they change their record in UAE?

September 16, 2021 Varun Malik

Kusal Perera doubtful for 2021 T20 World Cup after sustaining hamstring injury

Sri Lanka will face Namibia on October 18 as a part of their T20 World Cup campaign.

September 16, 2021 Vaidehi Singh

India’s tour of New Zealand postponed until 2022

Meanwhile, New Zealand will tour India later this year after the 2021 T20 World Cup to play two-match Test series and three T20Is.

September 16, 2021 Vaidehi Singh

New Zealand wicketkeeper batsman Tom Blundell ruled out of ODI series against Pakistan; replacement announced

All-rounder Daryl Mitchell will replace Blundell for the ODI series.

September 15, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Michael Holding announces retirement from commentary

Michael Holding was not only seen as a cricket analyst and commentator, but he also took his immense popularity to raise awareness among social and racial justice in sports on multiple occasions.

September 15, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

WATCH: Alex Hartley gets confused if she wants to bat or bowl after winning toss; opposition captain and officials burst into laughter

After the match, English cricketer Kate Cross took a sly dig at the Thunder captain for her decision during the toss.

September 15, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

Hanuma Vihari parts ways with Andhra Cricket Association; batsman to play for Hyderabad in upcoming season

Talking about his overall FC career, Vihari has played 93 matches where he has scored 7194 runs at an impressive average of 54.91.

BIG NEWS | Fans to be allowed in stadium for second leg of IPL 2021, ticket purchase begins on September 16

IPL matches are set to be played across three venues in UAE- Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.

September 15, 2021 Ketaki Pole

Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st ODI Fantasy Tips – Key Players, People’s Pick and More

Led by Babar Azam, the Pakistani side will aim to use their home advantage to the fullest.

Is it your original age or cricketer’s age: Deepak Chahar recalls conversation with Rahul Dravid

Chahar narrowly missed out on a spot in India’s T20 World Cup squad but has been named in the reserves.

September 15, 2021 Press Release

Shreyas Iyer’s return is the biggest plus for team: Mohammad Kaif

Delhi Capitals’ Assistant Coach Mohammad Kaif looks ahead to the second half of the VIVO IPL 2021 season.

September 15, 2021 Press Release

I am not here to fill in shoes, here to create my own place: Rajasthan Royals’ Glenn Phillips

The explosive batter spoke on various topics including what made him choose the Royals, playing in the IPL, not idolizing one player, etc. after finishing his stint in the CPL.

Please donate for DRS: Netizens troll PCB after BCCI reportedly pays 4 times more to deprive them of DRS

The IPL had already meant that New Zealand’s top stars the likes of Kane Williamson, Trent Boult and others would not be playing the international series against Pakistan.

IPL 2021 | Recap of RR’s season so far: Three wins, four defeats, fifth place in the points tally

RR would continue to miss some of their key players in the second half of the competition,

September 15, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

Ravi Shastri to not continue as head coach after T20 World Cup: Reports

Although there is no particular name yet, Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag are said to be in contention for the role.

September 15, 2021 SportsTiger Staff

Caribbean T20 League Final Fantasy Tips: Saint Lucia Kings vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots– Probable XI, Key Players and More

The two teams, despite having a middle table finish in the points table, have managed to make it to the final and will aim to lift the trophy this evening.

WATCH: We die or we win, says RR captain Sanju Samson in team huddle ahead of IPL 2021 resumption

RR have only managed to win one IPL title to date which came in the inaugural season in 2008.

WATCH: Chris Gayle’s bat breaks into two on Odean Smith’s delivery during CPL semifinal match

The Patriots eventually managed to go past the Warriors total and secure a place for themselves in the final.

WATCH: AB de Villiers scores brilliant century in RCB’s intra-squad match ahead of IPL 2021 Phase 2

Mohammad Azharudden also chipped in with a crucial 66.

September 15, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

4 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Mumbai Indians have finishes as table toppers on 4 occasions in the IPL.

September 14, 2021 Vedant Sharma

New Zealand Cricket Twitter account posts Colin De Grandhomme ‘mullet’ is no more; fans thought player is dead

The official account of New Zealand cricket sarcastically tweeted, “The famous Colin de Grandhomme mullet is no more” and fans thought the cricketer was dead. A few were left in shock while others realised they missed reading ‘mullet’.

IPL 2021 | Recap of RCB’s season so far: Five wins, two losses, third place in the points table

With 10 points from seven matches before the season got suspended, Bangalore have given themselves a good chance of reaching the Playoffs.

September 14, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

Lasith Malinga Retirement: Interesting facts and stats from the legendary bowler’s tremendous career

Lasith Malinga is the leading wicket-taker in T20Is and in the IPL as well, with 107 and 170 wickets to his name respectively.

September 14, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

“Virat Kohli sent letter to BCCI at midnight”: Former England captain David Gower

David Gower opined that the events which led to the cancellation of the Manchester Test, need better explanation.

There will never will be a bowler like him: Twitter reacts as Yorker King Lasith Malinga retires from all forms of cricket

“The Best T20 bowler world has ever seen,” wrote a Twitter user.

September 14, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

IPL 2021 | Recap of Delhi Capitals’ campaign: Six wins, two losses, first place in the points table

Delhi Capitals are currently on top of the IPL 2021 points table with 12 points from eight matches.

JUST IN | Lasith Malinga announces retirement from all forms of cricket

“While my shoes will rest my love for the game will never rest,” Lasith Malinga wrote.

September 14, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for all-format series after T20 World Cup 2021

It is being reported that there will be two Test matches, three ODIs and three T20 matches between the two sides.

September 14, 2021 Swati Bhatia

IPL 2021: Recap of Mumbai Indian’s campaign

MI are currently in the fourth spot on the points table with four wins and three losses

Don’t know how KKR skipper Eoin Morgan sees me: Kuldeep Yadav laments lack of communication in team

Kuldeep feels communication with an overseas captain can become tough at times.

India did not respect the series or Test cricket: Former English cricketer Paul Newman on cancelled Manchester Test

Notably, Indian physio Yogesh Parmar had tested positive for COVID-19 on the eve of the final Test and there was a genuine fear among the players of contracting the infection.

WATCH: Sunrisers Hyderabad support staff beat players in new fielding drill competition

SRH are ranked 8th in the points table so far with just a solitary win to their name.

For an old man like me, I need to stay fresh ahead of IPL season resumption: RCB’s AB de Villiers

The former Proteas captain felt nice about reuniting with his RCB teammates after the first half of IPL 2021 came to an abrupt end in May due to the COVID-19 cases in India.

September 13, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

5 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Virat Kohli has five IPL centuries to his name.

September 13, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

IPL 2021 | Replacement players have great skillsets, excited to see them with whole group: Virat Kohli

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli said the replacement players coming in have great skill-sets.

September 13, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

Brendan Taylor’s Career Stats and Highlights: A close look at Brendan Taylor’s tremendous career for Zimbabwe in international cricket

Taylor captained Zimbabwe between 2011 and 2014 before returning for another stint later on.

September 13, 2021 Varun Malik

Impossible right now: PCB chief Ramiz Raja on India-Pakistan bilateral series

Due to political tensions, the two cricket giants last played a bilateral series back in 2012-13, when Pakistan toured India.

ICC gives Player of the Month award to a DOG, calls it best fielder in Ireland Cricket

Netizens had even termed the dog’s adventure on the cricket field the cutest pitch invasion.

September 13, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

WATCH: Zimbabwe legend Brendan Taylor gets guard of honour as he walks out to bat for one last time

While announcing his retirement, Taylor said that he wanted to leave the team in a better position as to what it was in 2004.

Want rescheduled Test to be “fifth” of series and not one off: Sourav Ganguly

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has written to the International Cricket Council seeking a Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) verdict on the fate of the cancelled Test match that was to be played at Manchester.

September 13, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Sri Lanka vs South Africa 3rd T20I Fantasy Tips – Key Players, Probable XI and More

Having already clinched the series, the Proteas will look to try different team combinations in the 3rd T20I.

September 13, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Caribbean Premier League Semi Final 2 Fantasy Tips: Guyana Amazon Warriors vs St Kitts and Nevis Patriots – Key Players, Probable XI and More

Both these teams are equipped with elite players and can out-perform any team on their day.

September 13, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

6 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Chris Gayle has registered 6 centuries in IPL which is most by any player in the tournament.

September 13, 2021 Abhinav Goel

CPL 2021 1st Semi final: Trinbago Knight Riders vs Saint Lucia Kings Fantasy Tips – Key Players, Probable XI and Much More

Trinbago Knight Riders finished at the top of the points table after the group stage matches while Saint Lucia Kings finished fourth.

Matthew Hayden, Vernon Philander selected as new coaches for Pakistan for T20 World Cup

Earlier, head coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis had decided to step down from their respective roles ahead of the ICC event beginning in October.

IPL 2021: Ishan Kishan smashes hard through the covers in nets, picture surfaces

While Ishan was impressive in the few opportunities he got with the Indian team, he had a below-par run in the India leg of IPL 2021 and was even dropped from the Mumbai Indians XI.

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Twitter account gets hacked, recovered later

As soon as the admins came to know about it, they got to work and recovered the account within a few hours.

DC sign Ben Dwarshuis as replacement of Chris Woakes for remainder of IPL 2021

Delhi Capitals are set to resume their season with a contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad on September 22.

Rohit Sharma to be India’s white-ball captain after T20 World Cup: Reports

Notably, the 32-year-old Kohli, who is currently leading the team across all formats, has reportedly taken the decision himself to share the leadership duties with the 34-year-old Rohit.

How did Rohit Sharma’s backing help R Ashwin seal a place in India’s T20 World Cup squad?

Rohit was also the captain of the side which marked Ravindra Jadeja’s comeback into the white-ball XI.

“What happened overnight that a mentor was required”- Ajay Jadeja questions BCCI on MS Dhoni’s new role for T20 World Cup

Reacting to the turn of events, Ajay said that India were already doing well under captain Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri and perhaps there was no need of a mentor for the forthcoming T20 World Cup.

September 12, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Caribbean T20 League Fantasy Tips: September 13 (IST) Matches – Probable XI, Key Players and More

As the third and fourth spots in the points table are still up for grabs, both Warriors and Tallawahs would be looking to play their best XI in order to secure a victory.

Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 2021: All you need to know – Schedule, Squads and More

The competition commenced in May before a break in June and has now resumed from September 10 onwards.

Rohit Sharma capable of handling India’s Test vice-captaincy, believes Ian Chappell

Chappell believes that Rahane could lose his place in the Indian Test team following a string of low scores.

September 12, 2021 Varun Malik

“Whole UK is open” – Ravi Shastri after his book launch event gets blamed for cancellation of India-England 5th Test

Shastri also hailed the teams for putting up a great performance in the series.

IPL 2021: Official broadcaster announces commentary panel for UAE leg of the competition; no place for Sanjay Manjrekar

With just one week to go for the resumption of IPL 2021, the official broadcasters have announced a star-studded commentary panel for the tournament.

Sheffield Shield 2021-22: All you need to know – Format, Squads and More

Last year they were Queensland who emerged as the winners in the final against New South Wales.

September 12, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

7 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Mumbai Indians have been led by 7 players in IPL history so far.

India to play a Test in England next year to decide the result of 2021 series: Report

India’s Test match against England in 2022 will not be a one-off affair but will be considered an extension of the 2021 Test series which hangs 2-1 in India’s favour.

September 12, 2021 Varun Malik

Deepak Chahar reveals MS Dhoni’s message to him after heroic innings against Sri Lanka

Deepak Chahar also talked about his batting strategy in the second ODI against Sri Lanka at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

WATCH: Dog enters field during women’s cricket match in Ireland; steals the ball and runs away with it

The on-air commentators also burst out in laughter watching the incident as they said, “There we go! Dog has stopped play.”

September 11, 2021 SportsTiger Staff

SunRisers Hyderabad include Sherfane Rutherford as replacement of Jonny Bairstow for UAE leg of IPL 2021

Sunrisers Hyderabad take on Delhi Capitals in the first match of the UAE leg of IPL 2021 on September 22.

IPL 2021: Players arriving in UAE from India-England series need to undergo mandatory 6-day quarantine

Royal Challengers Bangalore have also confirmed that they have arranged a chartered flight for Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj and both the cricketers will fly from UK on Saturday.

September 11, 2021 Yakshpat Bhargava

Caribbean T20 League Fantasy Tips: September 12 (IST) Matches – Probable XI, Key Players and More

All three matches will be played at the same ground in Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts.

Punjab Kings sign Aiden Markram as replacement of Dawid Malan for remainder of IPL 2021

The right-handed batsman could prove to be a brilliant addition for PBKS on turning UAE pitches.

Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan and Chris Woakes pull out of remainder of IPL 2021: Reports

As per Yorkshire CCC, Malan is available for their next county game which confirms that he is not going to travel to UAE for IPL 2021.

Indian team as passionate about Test cricket as our fans: ECB Chief

Several reports claimed that India were reluctant to push the dates of the Manchester Test since it would mean quite a few players missing out on the initial matches of the UAE leg of IPL.

IPL 2021 Final Squad for Phase 2 in UAE

This is expected to be the last time the IPL goes ahead with eight teams as two more sides will compete from the coming season in 2022.

September 11, 2021 Sudharshan Sridharan

8 days to go for IPL 2021 phase 2: Interesting stats related to the number in the league

Number of matches captained by Rishabh Pant in IPL is 8.

India to tour South Africa for multi-format series from December

Other than India, South Africa will also host Netherlands who will be on its shores in late November for a three-match ODI series.

IPL 2021: RCB arranges charter to fly Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj from Manchester to Dubai

IPL 2021 is set to resume on September 19.

WATCH: Yuvraj Singh recalls hilarious “English day rule” from his playing days at Harbhajan’s Punjabi quiz show

Every Sunday, the players of the Punjab team, who were trying to grasp English, were instructed to speak only English and utter no word or sentence in Punjabi.

Team India’s contradictory WhatsApp group messages prior to Manchester Test leaked on internet

After an anti-climatic end to the tour, most Indian players along and several from the England team will head to the UAE for IPL 2021 season resumption.

IPL 2021: Delhi Capitals capable of performing better in second half, says Steve Smith

The former Aussie captain further said that the team will have to build itself again for the second phase of the competition.

September 10, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

I promise to deliver: Gautam Gambhir tweets after inaugurating world-class ‘Cricket cum Archery stadium’ at Yamuna Sports Complex

The 39-year-old was expectedly excited to share the news of completion of work at the stadium as he also added that East Delhi Cricket League will start soon which will provide a huge platform to young budding cricketers to showcase their talent and potential.

September 10, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

South Africa vs India series: All you need to know – Full Schedule, Venues and More

India and South Africa last played each other in September-October 2019, where they played three ODIs and three Tests.

September 10, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

Test series between India and England might be over as ECB CEO hints that rescheduled Test in Manchester could be a standalone match

During a conversation with Sky Sports, ECB CEO Tom Harrison hinted that the re-scheduled Test match might not be an extension of the series and could eventually be a one-off Test only.

Don’t go pointing fingers: Kevin Pietersen’s message to ECB after cancellation of Manchester Test

Notably, England had cancelled their tour of South Africa last year after reported breaches of the team’s bio-secure environment in Cape Town.

September 10, 2021 Ritesh Pathak

“Show the world what you are made of”- David Warner’s wife comes up with strong message as Warner reaches Dubai for IPL 2021

David Warner was removed as the skipper of SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) midway during the first leg of IPL 2021.

September 10, 2021 Rohan Gulaty

I texted Smith and Boucher and nobody replied to me: Imran Tahir reveals sequence of events leading to his exclusion from South Africa’s T20 World Cup squad

“I served the country for a 10 years, I think I deserve a little more respect than these guys thinking I’m worthless,” said Tahir while expressing his disappointment.

India have let English cricket down, accuses Michael Vaughan after cancellation of fifth Test

All the cricketers had reportedly returned negative results for COVID-19 on the eve of the match.

Why were Faf Du Plessis, Imran Tahir and Chris Morris not considered for selection in South Africa’s T20 World Cup squad?

Du Plessis has been in the splendid nick in the ongoing Caribbean Premier League.