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The start of the India tour of South Africa wasn't the one expected as the match was called off due to persistent rain in Durban. On the other hand, the Women in Blue registered a consolation win on Sunday, 10 December at the Wankhede Stadium to conclude the three-match T20I series 2-1 in favour of the England Women. The two teams will now lock horns in the only Test, starting December 14 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Here in this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Sunday, December 10, but before that, let's check the matches scheduled for the day.
Today’s match preview:
Big Bash League 2023-24:
- Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers: Hobart Hurricanes are scheduled to square off against the Sydney Sixers in Match 5 of the Big Bash League 2023-24 on Monday. The match is scheduled to take place at the North Tasmania Cricket Association Ground in Launceston at 01:45 p.m. IST. While the Matthew Wade-led side will try to begin their 2023-24 season with a win, the Sixers will aim continue their winning run after they earlier beat Melbourne Renegade at the SCG.
Major cricket events that happened on December 10
South Africa vs India 1st T20I: Match Abandoned
The opening match of the three-match T20I series was called off after persistent rain in Durban on Sunday, 10 December. While the weather looked to be a concern at the start of the match, things were hoping to get better but continuous showers led the match to be called off without toss. The two sides will now take on in the second match on Tuesday, 12 December at the St George Park, Gqeberha.
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BBL 2023-24: Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades - No Result
The match between Ashton Turner's Perth Scorchers and Nic Maddinson-led Melbourne Renegades in the BBL 2023-24 abruptly ended in a no result to "dangerous pitch conditions". With jut 6.5 overs being bowled, the players showed concern on the dampened pitch, which further resulted in the match going in no result and both teams earning a point each.
Deepak Chahar doubtful for T20I series against South Africa: Reports
Deepak Chahar hasn't reportedly joined the squad in South Africa and is also doubtful for the entire T20I series. A report by PTI quoted a BCCI official confirming Deepak Chahar's absence as he has taken a break to attend to a family member under hospitalisation. The BCCI official also revealed that his return to the squad is under doubt.
Andre Russell returns as West Indies name 15-man squad for T20I series against England
Cricket West Indies on Sunday, 10 December named their 15-member squad for the five-match T20I series against England at home. One of the prominent takeaways has been the return of Andre Russell. The 35-year-old, who last played a T20I match in 2021 against Australia, will mark his return after almost two years with the T20 World Cup 2024 ahead.
WPL 2024 to take place in one state in February, confirms Jay Shah
After the successful completion of the WPL 2024 Auction in Mumbai, BCCI Secretary and Convenor of WPL Committee, Jay Shah confirmed that the second edition will be held in February 2024 in one state only. “It is decided that we will have the tournament in February. As far as the venue is concerned, it will be held in one state only,” Shah said.
ACC U-19 Asia Cup 2023: Pakistan defeats India by 8 wickets
In the Group A match of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan defeated their arch-rivals India by a comprehensive margin of eight wickets at the ICC Academy in Dubai. Azan Awais was the chief contributor in the big win for the Men in Green, scoring an unbeaten hundred to help his team chase down a 260-run target.
I would like to see Rohit and Virat in T20 World Cup: Irfan Pathan
Irfan Pathan, the former Indian cricketer, shared his views about how he would like to see Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli take part in the T20 World Cup 2024. The 39-year-old was speaking on the Star Sports live studio show before the first T20I of the three-match series between South Africa and India at the Kingsmead in Durban.
