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Cricket tournaments has been underway across continents lately. While there have been several controversies around a few people associated with the sport, there were some swashbuckling performances from several others on the field. In another instance, the Afghanistan Cricket Board also announced its 17-member squad for the Asia Cup, set to begin on August 30 in Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Here in this article, we’ll take you through all the cricketing news from around the globe.
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WATCH: Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja bat together in practice session ahead of Asia Cup 2023
Ahead of Team India’s encounter with the arch-rivals in the Asia Cup, the Indian cricketers were seen sweating it out in a practice camp on August 27, Sunday. Former India skipper Virat Kohli was spotted batting with the star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in nets during a training and practice camp in Alur, Bengaluru.
Afghanistan drop Naveen-ul-Haq from Asia Cup 2023 squad; announce 17-man side
After getting clean-swept by Pakistan in their three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka, Afghanistan have recently named their 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. The Afghanistan Cricket Board has named a formidable side for the upcoming continental showpiece, however, the most notable absentee from the list, who was surprisingly dropped from the squad, is pacer Naven-ul-Haq.
VVS Laxman to be India’s head coach for Asian Games: Reports
The BCCI has reportedly decided to send former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman as the head coach of the Indian team for the Asian Games, which are scheduled to be held in Hangzhou, China next month. This has been decided because Ra hul Dravid is likely to be busy with the preparations of the ODI World Cup in India. Additionally, Hrishikesh Kanitkar is reported to be the head coach for the women’s contingent at the Asian Games.
He is a superhuman with a heart of gold: CISF officer shares experience of meeting MS Dhoni
Recently, a CISF officer shared his experience of meeting MS Dhoni , and it is enough to make any Dhoni fan’s day. The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) officer, posted at the Ranchi Airport described his meeting with MS Dhoni as ‘a deeply inspiring and unforgettable moment.’ The CISF Sub-inspector, Satish Pandey, talked about his brief interaction with the nation’s favourite online and said, “The hospitality Dhoni extended to me was nothing short of exceptional; it was a next-level experience.”
One of the premier off-spinners in the world of cricket, Ravichandran Ashwin, has shared his thoughts about “Mankading,” in a lengthy post on his official Twitter account, in the aftermath of Afghanistan vs Pakistan ODI recently.
Kumar Dharmasena allegedly appears in private video; sparks outrage on social media
Kumar Dharmasena, a former international cricketer and current umpire in the ICC Elite Panel, has found himself in the midst of big controversy, which has sent shockwaves through the cricketing community. A private video has come to light recently, in which an individual, who is allegedly referred to as Kumar Dharmasena, appears in a compromising position, performing indecent and lewd acts and gestures on camera.
WATCH: Shreyas Iyer recalls his rehab struggles after crucial surgery
India’s star middle-order batsman, Shreyas Iyer, who has been named in the 17-man squad for the Asia Cup, opened up about his journey after a major back surgery. He talked about his rehab process and surgery in the video posted by the BCCI.
WATCH : Jacques Kallis turns back clock, smashes 17-ball fifty in US Masters T10 League
S outh Africa’s veteran all-rounder Jacques Kallis, who is considered one of the greatest all-rounders of all time, retired in 2014. But he is currently in the United States, playing for the California Knights, in the US Masters T10 League, where he smashed an amazing half-century in just 17 deliveries against the Texas Chargers in a knockout match.
Litton Das to miss Asia Cup 2023 opener due to fever: Reports
Litton Das, the opening batter for the Bangladesh cricket team, will not be travelling to Sri Lanka with the Bangladesh squad for the Asia Cup 2023, which is a major loss for the team. Due to a fever, Litton Das will miss the flight. Young pacer Tanjim Hasan Sakib will also miss the flight, along with Litton Das, who was brought in to take the role of Ebadot Hossain .
They have a balanced squad: Wasim Akram on India’s team selection for Asia Cup 2023
One of the greatest fast bowlers of all time, Wasim Akram talked about India having a balanced squad for the upcoming Asia Cup later this month, during a sponsor’s event for the tournament. The 57-year-old also went on to state that the continental cricketing spectacle will not be easy for India or any of the other five nations to achieve victory in.
WATCH : Batter accidentally hits teammate after getting run out during a match
In a video doing rounds on social media, a batter after getting a tame dismissal, accidentally hit his fellow team member. The video is from an amateur level cricket match, where things took a wrong turn when a cricketer got run out. After getting dismissed, the batter walked off the pitch.
WATCH: Johnson Charles escapes serious injury; gets ‘almost’ dismissed by own helmet
In a bizarre turn of events, St Lucia Kings opener Johnson Charles almost got out while attempting a scoop shot during the ongoing Caribbean Premier League. The T20 league which is underway in the Caribbean nation, saw a bizarre incident during the match between St Lucia Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders.
Pakistan add Saud Shakeel in 17-member Asia Cup 2023 squad
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturd a y, August 26 made a slight change in the 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. The side has added left-handed batter Saud Shakeel in their 17-man side with Tayyab Tahir being named as a travelling reserve.
Pakistan becomes No. 1 ODI ranked team after 3-0 series win against Afghanistan
The Babar Azam-led Pakistan team surpassed Australia on Saturday, August 26 to become the top ranked team in the One-Day Internationals. The Men in Green registered a 3-0 series sweep against Afghanistan to rise to No. 1 in ICC ODI Team Rankings.
