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Vaibhav Tripathi Bowling all-rounder Fionn Hand has made a comeback into the Ireland squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against India, scheduled to be held from August 18 to 23, 2023, at Malahide. Fit-again Gareth Delany has also been named in the squad Delany is returning after recovering from a wrist injury sustained in June during a match in Zimbabwe. Besides Delany and Hand, the majority of the squad comprises players who successfully secured qualification for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup last week. Paul Stirling will lead the 15-member squad, taking over the captaincy role from Andrew…

Vaibhav Tripathi Kane Williamson, the veteran New Zealand cricketer, is back playing in the nets as he looks to recover from his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in his right knee. Williamson sustained the serious injury during the inaugural match of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. He subsequently underwent surgery in New Zealand. “I’ve been making progress in my movements and incorporating some batting aspects that involve more footwork. There’s still work to be done, and I’m putting in the hard work,” said Williamson in a video released by New Zealand Cricket (NZC). However, New Zealand head…

Vaibhav Tripathi England batter Alex Hales has announced his retirement from international cricket, concluding an impressive journey in the English jersey. In 156 appearances for England in international cricket, he accumulated 5,066 runs. Hales’ final appearance for England was in the 2022 T20 World Cup, where his crucial role helped secure England’s third ICC global title. The point can be evidenced by his impactful performance in the semi-final against India, where he scored an unbeaten 86 off 47 balls. Hales registered seven centuries for his country, including a then-record 171 against Pakistan at Trent Bridge. He also became the first…

-By Swapnil Mukherjee India has taken another small step in the gaming and esports sector with the government of Uttar Pradesh signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Garena, a game development and publishing company headquartered in Singapore. The deal was finalised on July 29. The cooperation is concentrating on fostering the growth of esports in Uttar Pradesh, with the state government taking the initiative to organise transnational esports events. To support the project, Yotta, a part of Hiranandani Group, has joined the cooperation. Yotta will provide data centre and hosting services. The government of Uttar Pradesh in partnership with…

Royal Challengers Bangalore named Andy Flower as their new head coach on August 4 (Friday). The franchise decided not to renew the contracts of Mike Hesson, director of cricket operations, and Sanjay Bangar, the head coach. Incidentally, Flower had coached Lucknow Super Giants for a couple of seasons before being replaced by Justin Langer last month. “RCB have an unrivalled fan following and I can’t wait to fully experience the atmosphere in the Chinnaswamy next season,” Flower said in a release. “I recognise the work put in by Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, who are two coaches I respect,…

Vaibhav Tripathi In a gripping summit clash of the 2023 Deodhar Trophy, the dominant South Zone clinched victory by 45 runs against East Zone. East Zone were bundled out for 283 while chasing a target of 329. South Zone’s batting charge was initiated by Rohan Kunnummal and Mayank Agarwal, who constructed a commanding 181-run opening partnership in less than 25 overs. Kunnummal displayed aggression, while Agarwal played a supporting role, contributing 63 off 83. However, East Zone retaliated by claiming quick wickets as South Zone were reduced to 212/3. East Zone’s bowlers, Utkarsh Singh and Parag, made crucial breakthroughs.…

Vaibhav Tripathi Tamim Iqbal has relinquished his role as captain of Bangladesh’s One Day International (ODI) set-up. In addition, the left-handed batter will not participate in the upcoming Asia Cup, scheduled to commence on August 30, as he focuses on recovering from a back injury ahead of the World Cup to be held in India in October-November. “I will step down as captain and concentrate as a player and try to give my best whenever the opportunity comes,” said Tamim in an interaction with the media. The latest announcement follows his recent decision to rescind his retirement from international cricket.…

Vaibhav Tripathi Promising Indian cricketer Riyan Parag has singled out Virat Kohli as his ultimate inspiration, emphasizing the strong alignment between his thoughts about the game and the inputs he receives from the iconic Indian batter. Parag’s exceptional performance in the ongoing Deodhar Trophy has been a highlight. His remarkable contributions with both bat and ball have been pivotal in guiding his team, East Zone, to the finals against South Zone. “Virat Kohli has always been my inspiration. While there are other outstanding batsmen in our generation, I connect closely with Kohli. Our conversations are insightful, and I understand his…

Vaibhav Tripathi The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) invited applications for the roles of bowling and fielding coaches for the Indian women’s cricket team, on Wednesday. According to a statement by the BCCI, the candidates selected will be granted two-year contracts. The eligibility criteria include prior representation of India or another nation at the highest level. Alternatively, candidates must hold a minimum National Cricket Academy (NCA) level ‘B’ coaching certification, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institute. A playing record of at least 30 first-class matches is also required. Another pathway involves a minimum one-season coaching…

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has recently signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Subroto Mukherjee Sports Education Society (SMSES) in New Delhi on August 2, 2023. The primary objective of this collaboration is to promote and elevate youth football in India, with a particular focus on the prestigious Subroto Cup, an inter-school football tournament. AIFF Secretary General, Dr. Shaji Prabhakaran, expressed that this partnership will strengthen the country’s youth football structure, integrating schools into India’s competitive football scene. Through this MoU, SMSES will field a Subroto XI team in the AIFF’s youth competitions, comprising the best…