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ICC announces schedule for ICC World T20 2016
ICC released the schedule of the upcoming World T20 Worldcup in 206 which will be held in India,
58 men’s and women’s matches to be played at eight venues from 8 March to 3 April; Mumbai and New Delhi to stage semi-finals while Kolkata to stage finals. Zimbabwe to face Hong Kong in tournament opener in Nagpur; Sri Lanka to launch title defence in Kolkata on 17 March; India-Pakistan to go head to head in Dharamsala on 19 March.
ICC Chairman Mr Shashank Manohar: “India is a country where cricket is a religion and not many places can match the passion for the game like India”.
ICC Chief Executive Mr David Richardson: “The ICC World Twenty20 is an event which puts the world’s best cricketers in the shortest format of the game against each other in a nation versus nation contest”.
BCCI Secretary Mr Anurag Thakur: “We, as hosts, are fully prepared to organise one of the most entertaining spectacles in world cricket”.
Men’s
First round (group winners to progress to second round)
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ICC released the schedule of the upcoming World T20 Worldcup in 206 which will be held in India,
58 men’s and women’s matches to be played at eight venues from 8 March to 3 April; Mumbai and New Delhi to stage semi-finals while Kolkata to stage finals. Zimbabwe to face Hong Kong in tournament opener in Nagpur; Sri Lanka to launch title defence in Kolkata on 17 March; India-Pakistan to go head to head in Dharamsala on 19 March.
ICC Chairman Mr Shashank Manohar: “India is a country where cricket is a religion and not many places can match the passion for the game like India”.
ICC Chief Executive Mr David Richardson: “The ICC World Twenty20 is an event which puts the world’s best cricketers in the shortest format of the game against each other in a nation versus nation contest”.
BCCI Secretary Mr Anurag Thakur: “We, as hosts, are fully prepared to organise one of the most entertaining spectacles in world cricket”.
Men’s
First round (group winners to progress to second round)
Group A – Bangladesh, Netherlands, Ireland and Oman
Group B – Zimbabwe, Scotland, Hong Kong and Afghanistan
Second round groups
Super 10 Group 1 – Sri Lanka, South Africa, West Indies, England and winner group B (Q1B)
Super 10 Group 2 – India, Pakistan, Australia, New Zealand and winner group A (Q1A)
Women’s
Group A – Australia (A1), South Africa (A2), New Zealand (A3), Sri Lanka (A4) and Ireland (A5)
Group B – England (B1), West Indies (B2), India (B3), Pakistan (B4) and Bangladesh (B5)
Check the complete schedule and details here.
Group B – Zimbabwe, Scotland, Hong Kong and Afghanistan
Second round groups
Super 10 Group 1 – Sri Lanka, South Africa, West Indies, England and winner group B (Q1B)
Super 10 Group 2 – India, Pakistan, Australia, New Zealand and winner group A (Q1A)
Women’s
Group A – Australia (A1), South Africa (A2), New Zealand (A3), Sri Lanka (A4) and Ireland (A5)
Group B – England (B1), West Indies (B2), India (B3), Pakistan (B4) and Bangladesh (B5)
Check the complete schedule and details here.
Shikhar Dhawan reported for suspect bowling action
Shikhar Dhawan, the Indian opener has been reported for suspect bowing action after the fourth Test between India and South Africa. Virat Kohli, the Indian captain called on part timers like Dhawan, Vijay to bowl as the South Africans were too defensive and intended to give rest to the other bowlers. Dhawan bowled three overs for no wickets and 9 runs including a maiden. ICC will now put him through the remedial process.
ICC press release stated:
“India’s Shikhar Dhawan has been reported with a suspect bowling action during the fourth Test against South Africa, which the host won in New Delhi on Monday.
The match officials’ report, which was handed over to the India team management, cited concerns about the legality of the 30-year-old’s off-spin deliveries.
Dhawan’s bowling action will now be scrutinized further under the ICC process relating to suspected illegal bowling actions reported in Tests, ODIs and T20Is. He is required to undergo testing within 14 days, and, during this period, Dhawan is permitted to continue bowling in international cricket until the results of the testing are known.”
However, this issue surely has no importance as he is not even a part-time bowler and the 4th Test was the rare occasion when he had the ball in his hand."
Masters Champions League: Auction, Teams and Squads
Teams:
Capricorn Commanders, Leo Lions, Libra Legends, Gemini Arabians, Sagittarius Soldiers, Virgo Super Kings.
MCL marquee players:
Abdul Razzaq and Michael Vaughan (Capricorn Commanders)
Scott Styris and Heath Streak (Leo Lions)
Sourav Ganguly and Graeme Swann (Libra Legends)
Virender Sehwag and Kumar Sangakkara (Gemini Arabians)
Mahela Jayawardene and Daniel Vettori (Sagittarius Soldiers)
Graeme Smith and Azhar Mahmood (Virgo Super Kings)
Check complete details here.
Virendar Sehwag felicitated by BCCI
Former India batsman Virendar Sehwag was felicitated by the BCCI ahead of the fourth Test match between India and South Africa. The destructive opener ended his glorious career with more than 8,000 runs in both Tests and ODIs. With a fearless attitude, he became a nightmare for the bowlers.
"I want to thank my father for allowing me to play the game of cricket and giving me freedom to do whatever I wanted to. All my coaches, especially AN Sharma for making me the cricketer I am. I want to thank my first captain Ajay Jadeja and other captains Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble. I want to thank Sachin Tendulkar. I would also like to thank all my fans for standing by me in my good and bad times," the 37-year-old said.
Anurag Thakur, the BCCI secretary presented Sehwag with a silver plaque commemorating his achievements and contributions to Indian cricket.
Chris Cairns found not guilty in perjury trial
The veteran Kiwi Chris Cairns was finally released after eight week London trail over match-fixing allegations. The former Black Caps captain was cleared of a perjury charge, and both he and his co-accused, Andrew Fitch-Holland were not found guilty of perverting the course of justice. The jury took 10 hours and 17 minutes in total to reach to the final verdicts on Monday morning.
After being emerged out from the court, the first thing he did was thanked the jury and all his supporters who believed in him and helped him in even the smallest possible way.
"It's a pretty robust system, and the jury today came back with not a guilty verdict, and I couldn't be more happy", Chris told the media.
"My legal team have been superb throughout and I can't thank them enough, there's been a lot of people behind the scenes who have helped out too."
"Other than being exhausted and very very tired, I am looking forwards to getting home and seeing my family and being with them", said Cairns who was finally relieved after the allegations.
Sunil Narine suspended from bowling in International Cricket
Just when the world got to witness a mysterious bowler with fragile variations, it was found that he was bowling with illegal action. Yes, West Indies' lone bowling warrior Sunil Narine has been banned from bowling after his elbow was seen bending beyond 15 degrees. The number one bowler of the world in ODI and T20 was handed the ban not only from international cricket but from all the formats as well as the domestic leagues.
Sunil Narine was warned twice before for his illegal action due to which he even withdrew from the World Cup 2015 to enhance and improve his bowling and make it a legal one. However, this incident has left many fans in shock including his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders as he was the only consistent and breakthrough providing bowler.
The Ace of Australian bowling, Mitchell Johnson retires
Rohit Sharma ties the knot
Indian batsman Rohit Sharma tied the know with his fiancee Ritika Sajdeh. Ritika was the manager of Rohit. As they begin a new journey ahead in their life, we wish them best of luck and heartiest congratulations.
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Shikhar Dhawan, the Indian opener has been reported for suspect bowing action after the fourth Test between India and South Africa. Virat Kohli, the Indian captain called on part timers like Dhawan, Vijay to bowl as the South Africans were too defensive and intended to give rest to the other bowlers. Dhawan bowled three overs for no wickets and 9 runs including a maiden. ICC will now put him through the remedial process.
ICC press release stated:
“India’s Shikhar Dhawan has been reported with a suspect bowling action during the fourth Test against South Africa, which the host won in New Delhi on Monday.
The match officials’ report, which was handed over to the India team management, cited concerns about the legality of the 30-year-old’s off-spin deliveries.
Dhawan’s bowling action will now be scrutinized further under the ICC process relating to suspected illegal bowling actions reported in Tests, ODIs and T20Is. He is required to undergo testing within 14 days, and, during this period, Dhawan is permitted to continue bowling in international cricket until the results of the testing are known.”
However, this issue surely has no importance as he is not even a part-time bowler and the 4th Test was the rare occasion when he had the ball in his hand."
Masters Champions League: Auction, Teams and Squads
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The Masters Champions League is all set to go. The auction was conducted yesterday on December 8th, 2015 at Dubai. The tournament which will feature big names from the previous era, most of whom are retired cricketers now, will be played in January 2016.
Teams:
Capricorn Commanders, Leo Lions, Libra Legends, Gemini Arabians, Sagittarius Soldiers, Virgo Super Kings.
MCL marquee players:
Abdul Razzaq and Michael Vaughan (Capricorn Commanders)
Scott Styris and Heath Streak (Leo Lions)
Sourav Ganguly and Graeme Swann (Libra Legends)
Virender Sehwag and Kumar Sangakkara (Gemini Arabians)
Mahela Jayawardene and Daniel Vettori (Sagittarius Soldiers)
Graeme Smith and Azhar Mahmood (Virgo Super Kings)
Check complete details here.
Virendar Sehwag felicitated by BCCI
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| Sehwag and his family at the Kotla, New Delhi Image// BCCI |
Former India batsman Virendar Sehwag was felicitated by the BCCI ahead of the fourth Test match between India and South Africa. The destructive opener ended his glorious career with more than 8,000 runs in both Tests and ODIs. With a fearless attitude, he became a nightmare for the bowlers.
"I want to thank my father for allowing me to play the game of cricket and giving me freedom to do whatever I wanted to. All my coaches, especially AN Sharma for making me the cricketer I am. I want to thank my first captain Ajay Jadeja and other captains Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble. I want to thank Sachin Tendulkar. I would also like to thank all my fans for standing by me in my good and bad times," the 37-year-old said.
Chris Cairns found not guilty in perjury trial
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The veteran Kiwi Chris Cairns was finally released after eight week London trail over match-fixing allegations. The former Black Caps captain was cleared of a perjury charge, and both he and his co-accused, Andrew Fitch-Holland were not found guilty of perverting the course of justice. The jury took 10 hours and 17 minutes in total to reach to the final verdicts on Monday morning.
After being emerged out from the court, the first thing he did was thanked the jury and all his supporters who believed in him and helped him in even the smallest possible way.
"It's a pretty robust system, and the jury today came back with not a guilty verdict, and I couldn't be more happy", Chris told the media.
"My legal team have been superb throughout and I can't thank them enough, there's been a lot of people behind the scenes who have helped out too."
"Other than being exhausted and very very tired, I am looking forwards to getting home and seeing my family and being with them", said Cairns who was finally relieved after the allegations.
Sunil Narine suspended from bowling in International Cricket
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Just when the world got to witness a mysterious bowler with fragile variations, it was found that he was bowling with illegal action. Yes, West Indies' lone bowling warrior Sunil Narine has been banned from bowling after his elbow was seen bending beyond 15 degrees. The number one bowler of the world in ODI and T20 was handed the ban not only from international cricket but from all the formats as well as the domestic leagues.
Sunil Narine was warned twice before for his illegal action due to which he even withdrew from the World Cup 2015 to enhance and improve his bowling and make it a legal one. However, this incident has left many fans in shock including his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders as he was the only consistent and breakthrough providing bowler.
The Ace of Australian bowling, Mitchell Johnson retires
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Australian bowling ace Mitchell Johnson announced his retire,ent after the second test against New Zealand. With only one day left in the second test, Australia were only two wickets down overnight having scored 250 odd runs.
Mitchell Johnson has always been a regular 140+ kph bowler. With his threatening pace, he has taken ample amount of Test wickets. Passing Brett Lee (310) in the chase for highest wickets in tests for Australia, Mitchell Johnson (313) became the fourth highest wicket-taker for Australia of all time.
His peak time came in 2013-14 Ashes when, The Mighty Mitch took 37 wickets in the series, ending up being the highest wicket taker in that series. Those 37 wickets consisted of deliveries bowled with ruthless pace and pure aggression. For sure, the best achievement of his career.
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The farewell test for Johnson however ended as a draw but he had a lot of moments to cherish from it. Nothing could have been as special as the way he received the guard of honour from the Kiwis when he came out to bat. Yes, he had tears in his eyes as he walked up to Brendon McCullum and shook hands with him. The special feeling didn’t end here as at the end of the day, Aussies carried Johnson on shoulders while leaving the field. What a bloke this guy has been. An inspiration to many youngsters and a legend forever. He has certainly given us some of the greatest memories to cherish. Thankyou Mitchel; Johnson, you will be missed especially with your 2013-2014 Moustache. Wish you good luck for your future mate, Cheers!
Rajkot and Pune replace Rajasthan and Chennai in IPL
After so many controversies, investigations and court sessions, the BCCI finally came to the verdict that IPL franchises Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals will be permanently suspended. To fill in the boots of these two superpowers came two new teams, Pune and Rajkot. The player drafts will be held on 15th December followed by the combined players' auction on 6th February as the 9th season of Vivo IPL embraces on 9th April to 29th March.
Mitchell Starc likely to miss the T20 World Cup
Mitchell Starc will undergo an ankle surgery after playing for 9 months with fractured ankle. To bowl consistently with 140+ pace and win each and every game for the team with a fractured ankle certainly takes some serious guts and determination. If Starc misses the World T20, it will be the worst thing that Australians could have ever asked for this bloke is a pure match winner. However, lets hope for the best as he thoroughly brings life in the match with some fiery yorkers.
John Mooney and Van Vyk announce retirements
Ireland all rounder John Mooney retired from the international cricket with an immediate effect. Mooney was one of the four players to be featured in 3 World Cups. Last year, Mooney publicly spoke about his battle with depression. However, he came full fledged and gave his cent percent. Mooney ended his 14 years long career with 58 wickets and 1149 runs in 91 international matches.
The South African born wicket keeper who played international cricket for New Zealand, Kruger Van Vyk also announced his retirement at the age of 35. Van Vyk has played 9 test matches with the highest score of 71 and having 24 dismissals to his name which included 1 stumping.
Marlon Sameuls suspended from bowling for one year
West Indian batsman Marlon Sameuls has been banned from bowling for one year by ICC after undergoing tests on his action. It was the second ban that the 34 years old West Indian got after the results of extension of arm beyond 15 degrees. However, his bowling was often used as a part timer. In last couple of years, however Sameuls had improved his off-spin bowling and has bowled more that what part timers bowl.
Women umpires to umpire for the first time
Four women umpires will umpire in the Women's T20 World Cup qualifiers. The ICC said in a release that New Zealand's Kathy Cross, Australia's Claire Polosak, England's Sue Redfern and West Indies' Jacqueline Williams have been picked to umpire for the qualifiers which will lead to competetion for two spots in the 2016 World T20.
ICC Test and ODI Teams for 2015 announced:
The ICC earlier this month released its Test and ODI team of the year chosen by a specially appointed selection panel chaired by the ICC’s Cricket Committee chairman and former India captain Anil Kumble. Aliastar Cook was named the Test team captain and AB de Villiers the skipper of the ODI Team. Here are the teams as released by the BCCI.
Rajkot and Pune replace Rajasthan and Chennai in IPL
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After so many controversies, investigations and court sessions, the BCCI finally came to the verdict that IPL franchises Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals will be permanently suspended. To fill in the boots of these two superpowers came two new teams, Pune and Rajkot. The player drafts will be held on 15th December followed by the combined players' auction on 6th February as the 9th season of Vivo IPL embraces on 9th April to 29th March.
Mitchell Starc likely to miss the T20 World Cup
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John Mooney and Van Vyk announce retirements
Ireland all rounder John Mooney retired from the international cricket with an immediate effect. Mooney was one of the four players to be featured in 3 World Cups. Last year, Mooney publicly spoke about his battle with depression. However, he came full fledged and gave his cent percent. Mooney ended his 14 years long career with 58 wickets and 1149 runs in 91 international matches.
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Marlon Sameuls suspended from bowling for one year
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Women umpires to umpire for the first time
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Four women umpires will umpire in the Women's T20 World Cup qualifiers. The ICC said in a release that New Zealand's Kathy Cross, Australia's Claire Polosak, England's Sue Redfern and West Indies' Jacqueline Williams have been picked to umpire for the qualifiers which will lead to competetion for two spots in the 2016 World T20.
ICC Test and ODI Teams for 2015 announced:
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The ICC earlier this month released its Test and ODI team of the year chosen by a specially appointed selection panel chaired by the ICC’s Cricket Committee chairman and former India captain Anil Kumble. Aliastar Cook was named the Test team captain and AB de Villiers the skipper of the ODI Team. Here are the teams as released by the BCCI.
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Rohit Sharma ties the knot
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