Usman Khawaja has said the communication from Australia's management around the homework saga in India last year was not strong enough, and the handling of the situation was "very disappointing". Speaking on the latest edition of Alison's Tea Break for ESPNcricinfo, Khawaja also conceded that his relaxed nature could rub people the wrong way, but that his mind was often racing at "a million miles...
Fate of BCCI AGM likely to be known on Sunday
A decision over whether to convene or delay the BCCI's annual general meeting (AGM) is likely to be taken at an informal meeting of BCCI members in Chennai on Sunday. Around 20 of the 30 members are expected to attend as a show of support for the sidelined BCCI president N Srinivasan. According to one official, "technically" the AGM already stood postponed. "There is a technical glitch as per the...
England abuse hints at deep malaise
A portion of the British Asian population that not only does not cheer for the English team, but rejoices in abusing and ridiculing those from their own background who succeed. That is alarmingAfter Moeen Ali gently chided those booing him and put the loyalties of British born Indians under scrutiny - and with similar disappointments perhaps set to arise with British born Pakistanis when Pakistan...
Warwickshire return to Lord's, but English cricket should worry
Warwickshire 219 for 4 (Trott 58, Ambrose 51*, Chopra 50) beat Kent 215 for 8 (Billings 40*, Rankin 3-34) by six wicketsScorecard Dobell: A reminder of Trott and Rankin's talent The contrasting expressions on the faces of the players told the story: whatever the gentle decline in popularity of county cricket over the last couple of decades, the prospect of a Lord's final still...
Sep
04
IPL should not exist - Botham
Ian Botham used the platform of his MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture to brand the IPL "too powerful" for the good of cricket and said he believed it should not exist. He said that the tournament provided the "perfect opportunity for betting and therefore fixing" and on the subject of corruption also called on the ICC to do more to expose the "big names" involved. "I'm worried about the IPL...
McMillan named New Zealand batting coach
Former Test batsman Craig McMillan has joined New Zealand as their full-time batting coach for the next two years. McMillan filled the role temporarily during their recent tour of the West Indies after Bob Carter's departure earlier this year and has just returned home from a successful New Zealand A tour of England. He will now be part of the permanent setup, joining head coach Mike Hesson, who...
Mathews named SLC Cricketer of the Year
An outstanding year as a Test batsman, ODI allrounder and captain saw Angelo Mathews reap the Cricketer of the Year prize at the Sri Lanka Cricket awards. Mathews also won the Best ODI Batsman and ODI Allrounder awards, and got a joint nod for the Test Batsman prize alongside Kumar Sangakkara. Rangana Herath was the Best Test Bowler for the third year running, for his 60 wickets from 10 matches in...
SA collapse to give England series
England Women 141 for 3 (Edwards 75*) beat South Africa Women 99 (van Niekerk 34, Gunn 3-13) by 42 runsScorecard For two-thirds of this match South Africa produced a better account of themselves at Wantage Road than they had done in the opening game, but England were ultimately too strong as they secured the series on the back of another captain's innings from Charlotte Edwards and three wickets...
Sep
03
Six USA players may withdraw from Uganda tour
USA players put pressure on USACA and ICC over security concerns for tour to Uganda Three USA players have said they are definitely withdrawing their availability for USA's scheduled tour to Uganda in October over safety and security concerns, while three others have said they are considering pulling out depending on how the situation continues to unfold. All three players who are committed...
Helpless Rajasthan's players 'in a dilemma'
The continuing impasse between the BCCI and the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) has left the players confused and distressed. The players feel both sides, which are charged with protecting their interests, have let them down. They feel they are caught between the vague offers of the BCCI and the silence of RCA president Lalit Modi. "The RCA is trying to challenge the BCCI ban. But neither the...
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