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Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa

Hostile crowds likely await Australia on their first Test tour of South Africa since 2018, but Josh Hazlewood says there is a reason why it won't worry players.

AAP · Aug 31

England seal series with dominant Lord’s victory in fitting finish to Pakistan’s decade of decline

Joe Root’s side wrapped up another dominant success at Lord’s as Pakistan again showed how far they have fallen

The Independent UK · Aug 30

England beat Pakistan by 194 runs: second men’s cricket Test, day four – as it happened

Ollie Robinson picks up eight wickets in the match at Lord’s and England take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30

Village cricketer raises cash to fly by helicopter from wedding to play at Lord’s in lifetime ambition

Piers Morgan joined those donating to the fundraiser to help Peter Melhuish captain his team at Lord’s next Saturday

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Ashwin picks India's greatest-ever cricketer; makes surprise calls on Rohit Sharma , Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni

Ravichandran Ashwin selected Sachin Tendulkar as India's greatest cricketer. He placed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in surprise matchups during the selection process. Ashwin chose Jasprit Bumrah over Virat Kohli in the quarterfinals. Sachin Tendulkar was ultimately crowned the winner of the selection. Tendulkar holds numerous batting records across all…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Suryakumar Yadav admits being "completely shocked" by T20I omission, speaks on ODI future

Suryakumar Yadav expressed shock after being dropped from the T20 team post-World Cup victory. He spent weeks contemplating his cricketing future and passion for the game. The batsman admitted to smiling during pressure situations and his name not appearing. He was preparing for future tournaments and the Olympics. Suryakumar now…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Within 48 hours of Sri Lanka series, India's top players summoned for mandatory fitness test

Centrally-contracted Indian cricketers reported for mandatory fitness tests in Bengaluru. These tests are crucial before the upcoming eight-month home cricket season. Several prominent players, including Jadeja and Pant, participated in the rigorous drills. Some players like Bumrah and Pandya are undergoing rehabilitation and will test later. The BCCI's home season…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Sarfaraz Ahmed denies knowing about PCB's threat to end England tour

Sarfaraz Ahmed denied knowing about the Pakistan Cricket Board's tour threat. This alleged threat surfaced after an interview with Imran Khan's sons aired. The sons expressed deep concern for their father's well-being in prison. The Pakistan Cricket Board formally complained to Sky Sports about the interview. The England and Wales…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Durham v Gloucestershire, Glamorgan v Hampshire: county cricket, day three – as it happened

Tanya Aldred reported on a day when rain played havoc with the schedule and Durham were made to wait by a peeved Gloucestershire

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29

FDA buckles under HC heat, revives Mumbai Cricket Association's suspended eateries after fresh inspection

The Bombay High Court warned food officials, leading to a license suspension withdrawal. Restaurants on Mumbai Cricket Association premises will now reopen their services. A recent inspection confirmed 88 percent compliance with food safety rules. The court criticized the FDA for a pedantic rather than pragmatic view. Officials faced potential…

The Economic Times · Aug 29