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NZ vs PAK: Rizwan's 89 helps Pakistan third T20I; Kiwis clinches series 2-1

New test captain Mohammad Rizwan showed his leadership quality in a bold innings of 89 which steered Pakistan to a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the third Twenty20 on Tuesday.

IND vs AUS: Indian batsmen need to learn to adapt, says Anshuman Gaekwad

Feet movement is the malaise plaguing Indian batsmen at the moment, and the ability or inability to move the feet is all part of the mindset, says Anshuman Gaekwad

Steve Smith not the only contender for captaincy: Cricket Australia

Steve Smith's reappointment as Australia's Test captain is far from certain as the sport's governing body in the country feels there are some 'great young leaders' coming through the system

Ian Chappell makes outlandish statement after every match: Steve Smith

Australia batsman Steve Smith has termed former captain Ian Chappell's comments advocating protection of tailenders from short-pitched deliveries as outlandish, saying short balls are a part of game

IND vs AUS: Kohli, Shami's absence a 'hammer blow' for India, says Hussey

Former Australia cricketer Mike Hussey feels that the absence of skipper Virat Kohli and pace spearhead Mohammad Shami for the remaining matches is a "hammer blow" for India

SA vs SL: Players have the responsibility to keep bubble safe, says de Kock

South Africa's newly-appointed Test skipper Quinton de Kock has said his teammates will adhere to the bio-secure protocols in order to protect the integrity of the bubble

IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli leaves for India, asks boys to express themselves

Virat Kohli has taken a paternity leave for the birth of his first child. He was of part of ODIs, T20Is and one-off pink ball test during India's tour of Australia 2020-21

Kallis appointed England batting consultant for Lanka tour next month

South African legend Jacques Kallis was on Monday appointed as the batting consultant of the England team for next month's two-match Test tour of Sri Lanka.

Happy to captain SA in Tests until right candidate is found, says de Kock

South Africa captain Quinton de Kock on Monday revealed he agreed to lead the Test side as a short term measure until the selectors find the right candidate for the top job.

India vs Aus: KL Rahul should replace Shaw in playing XI, says Gavaskar

He did caution that if India can't stay positive, a 0-4 drubbing might just be on cards

India vs Australia Sydney Test on track for now, says Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia confirmed that the Sydney Test match between India and Australia remains on track for now despite a fresh Covid-19 cluster in Sydney

Sydney, Brisbane Tests could be switched following new Covid-19 cluster

The third and the fourth Test of between Australia and India, currently scheduled to be played in Sydney and Brisbane next month, could be switched following a new Covid-19 cluster in Sydney

NZ vs Pak: Playing 360 degrees can sometimes lead to downfall, says Seifert

Tim Seifert is famous for hitting the ball in different parts of the ground, but the wicket-keeper batsman feels like having a lot of shots can sometimes result in the downfall as well

Chris Gayle, Shahid Afridi, Dwayne Bravo to feature in Abu Dhabi T10 league

The fourth edition of Abu Dhabi T10 tournament will be played from January 28 to February 6

Don't think India can produce a turnaround after Adelaide debacle: Haddin

Former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin reckons the day/night Test was India's best shot at winning in the IND vs AUS Test series as it will be very difficult for the visitors to script a turnaround

Afghanistan President approves land for new cricket stadium in Kabul

In their endeavour to host international matches, Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has secured land for a new state-of-the-art stadium in Kabul

Mohammad Amir blames team management for decision to retire at 28

Pacer Mohammad Amir slammed coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis for spoiling his image

Australia to host Afghanistan cricket team for one-off Test in 2021

Australia will be hosting Afghanistan for a lone Test match next year, Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced

South Africa squad tests negative for Covid-19 ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

All members of the South Africa Test squad have tested negative for coronavirus ahead of the two-match series against Sri Lanka slated to begin on Boxing Day, Cricket South Africa has announced

IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Cummins wants sporting MCG pitch for Boxing day Test

One of the architects of India's humiliating loss in the pink-ball series opener, Pat Cummins acknowledged the help offered by the lively track at Adelaide