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ICC ratifies interim changes to playing regulations, including ban on use of saliva

The International cricket is set to resume next month after almost a three-month-long COVID-19 halt. 

Jun 09, 2020, 23:12 PM IST

UAE cricketers return to training as coronavirus restrictions ease

Raza also informed that he barely recognised his long-time teammate Rohan Mustafa when he returned to nets as he has lost 10 kgs during lockdown.

Jun 08, 2020, 15:32 PM IST

On this day in 2018: New Zealand women's team posted highest total in ODI cricket

On this day two years ago, the New Zealand women's cricket team registered the highest total score in all One-Day International (ODI) cricket during a clash against Ireland in Dublin.

Jun 08, 2020, 13:38 PM IST

ICC guidelines banning use of saliva will be hard on bowlers, says Wasim Jaffer

The 42-year-old Jaffer suggested the use of two new balls in Test matches and that the ICC curators would have to prepare pitches that do not overtly favour either the batsmen or the bowlers.

Jun 07, 2020, 20:48 PM IST

Afghanistan cricketers to begin month-long training camp from Monday

In a first step towards returning to action after game was distrupted due to coronavirus pandemic, a 22-member squad of Afghanistan cricketers will begin a month-long training camp at the Kabul Cricket Stadium from Monday.

Jun 07, 2020, 13:46 PM IST

Born June 7, 1975: Shane Bond, former New Zealand cricketer

Former New Zealand cricketer Shane Bond, who is the fastest player from the country to bag 50 Test wickets, was born on this day in 1975.

Jun 07, 2020, 11:00 AM IST

Happy Birthday Ajinkya Rahane: Wishes pour in as India's Test vice-captain turns 32

Rahane made his international debut during India's Twenty20I against England at Emirates Old Trafford in August 2011.

Jun 06, 2020, 10:35 AM IST

On this day in 2019, Nuwan Pradeep, Lasith Malinga guided Sri Lanka to DLS win over Afghanistan

Sharing the highlights of the game, the ICC also informed that Afghanistan's Mohammad Nabi returned with his ODI-best figures of 4/30 during that clash.

Jun 04, 2020, 14:57 PM IST

Born June 4, 1991: Ben Stokes, England cricketer

In January 2016, the England all-rounder created a record of notching up the fastest 250 runs (off just 196 balls) during a Test match against South Africa.

Jun 04, 2020, 10:50 AM IST

Anil Kumble admits saliva ban will be 'hard to manage' for players

Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble admitted that the saliva ban is something which players will "find hard to manage".

Jun 04, 2020, 09:36 AM IST

Speedster Kagiso Rabada committed to playing for South Africa

Rabada topped the International Cricket Council’s Test bowler rankings in 2018 but was, by his own admission, below par in the last South African summer.

Jun 01, 2020, 16:53 PM IST

Born June 1, 1991: Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Indian woman cricketer

Indian women spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad, who has made a total of 69 international appearances for the national side so far, was born on this day in 1991.

Jun 01, 2020, 15:39 PM IST

On this day in 2019, New Zealand began World Cup campaign with thumping win over Sri Lanka

Matt Henry was declared 'Man of the Match' for his impressive bowling figures of three for 29.

Jun 01, 2020, 13:06 PM IST

T20 World Cup schedule under very high risk: Cricket Australia boss

The International Cricket Council, the sport`s world governing body, has the final say over whether the Oct. 18-Nov. 15 event will go ahead.

May 30, 2020, 09:31 AM IST

On this day in 1999, Neil Johnson guided Zimabwe to historic win over South Africa in ICC World Cup

Johnson, who came to open the batting for his side, provided a perfect start to Zimabwbe by scoring 76 runs off just 117 balls, including 10 boundaries. 

May 29, 2020, 14:30 PM IST

Born May 28, 1977: Ashwell Prince, former South African cricketer

Former South African cricketer Ashwell Prince,, who has appeared in a total of 119 matches for the national side across all the three formats of the game, was born on this day in 1977.

May 28, 2020, 14:20 PM IST

ICC Board meeting on May 28 regarding election of new Chairman

ICC said, "The existing Chair confirmed he was not seeking any extension to his term but would support the Board to ensure a smooth transition."

May 27, 2020, 22:11 PM IST

On this day in 2015, England clinched come-from-behind win over New Zealand

On May 25 in 2015, England produced a spirited performance as they came from behind to clinch a comprehensive win over New Zealand in the opening Test of the two-match series at The Lord's.

May 25, 2020, 15:22 PM IST

Born May 25, 1995: Kagiso Rabada, South African fast bowler

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada, who has played in a total of 142 matches for his national side across the three formats of the game, was born on this day in 1995. 

May 25, 2020, 14:13 PM IST

Mark Taylor urges ICC to make decision on T20 World Cup this week

The ICC board is due to meet on May 28 to discuss a number of issues related to the novel coronavirus outbreak.

May 24, 2020, 17:57 PM IST