Cricket News Live Today, August 9, 2024: IPL Mega Auction Likely To Stay, Rahul Dravid To Coach RR And Much More

Cricket News Live Today: R. Sridhar Reveals Reason For Choosing SKY Over Hardik As T20I Captain!

Former India fielding coach R. Sridhar recently shed light on why Suryakumar Yadav was chosen to lead India's T20I side following Rohit Sharma's retirement from the format in June 2024. 

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Why SKY Was Picked Over Hardik Pandya As India's T20I Captain? Dravid's Colleague Reveals

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Cricket News Live Today: Nortje, Shamsi To Replace SL Duo In CPL 2024!

St. Kitts And Nevis Patriots, the 2021 CPL champions have announced the replacement of two star Sri Lankan players, Wanindu Hasaranga and Nuwan Thushara. Both of them injured themselves during India's tour of Sri Lanka and are now ruled out of the entire CPL 2024.

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Anrich Nortje, Shamsi Replace SL Duo Of Hasaranga, Thushara In CPL 2024 After Injuries In India Series

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Cricket News Live Today: PBKS Star Jitesh Sharma Announces Engagement!

Jitesh Sharma, the hard-hitting Indian wicketkeeper batter has announced his engagement with Shalaka Makeshwar through his official Instagram handle. The cricketer got engaged on 8th of August and shared a heartwarming message.

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PBKS Star Jitesh Sharma Announces Engagement With Shalaka Makeshwar

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Cricket News Live Today: Litton Das Dismisses Rumours Of House Burn In BAN!

There were claims that Litton Das' house was burned in the process due to his religious identity, but all those rumours have been put to rest now with Litton Das himself clarifying through his Facebook post that he is totally safe and all those news are false.

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'Totally False' - Litton Das Rubbishes Rumours Of Hindu-Muslim Fight In Bangladesh

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Cricket News Live Today: Danish Kaneria's Controversial Remark On PAK PM!

Former cricketer Danish Kaneria taunted the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, over the prize money for Olympic gold-medal winning javelin thrower Arshaad Nadeem with his 'can't even afford air tickets' remark.

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'Insult For Arshad Nadeem': India-Origin PAK Cricketer Roasts Prime Minister For INR 42 Lakh Reward

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Cricket News Live Today: Sachin Tendulkar Slams Olympic Officials!

Sachin Tendulkar has raised concerns over the rigid nature of the rules in Olympics and has slammed officials and raised his voice in support of Vinesh Phogat.

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'Robbed Of a Silver..-' Sachin Tendulkar Slams Olympics Officials Over Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification

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Cricket News Live Today: Rahul Dravid To Coach Rajasthan Royals!

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid will likely replace legendary Sri Lankan player Kumar Sangakkara as the new coach of Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming 2025 season of the Indian Premier League.

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Rahul Dravid Likely To Replace Kumar Sangakkara In Rajasthan Royals For IPL 2025

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Cricket News Live Today: Mega Auction Stays!

In the latest developments around IPL 2025, there are reports that BCCI will continue with mega-auctions despite protests from several teams. 

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BCCI To Continue With IPL Mega Auction; Up To 6 Players To Be Retained From 2025

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Cricket News Live Today: Vishwa Ramkumar Creates History!

For the upcoming tour, CA picked up an Indian-origin player Vishwa Ramkumar. The leg-spinner is a part of the 16-member squad. Ramkumar represents Victoria in age-group cricket and is associated with the Dandenong Cricket Club.

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Cricket Australia Selects IND-Origin Player Vishwa Ramkumar For Next India Series

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Cricket News Live Today: Harbhajan Singh Faces Social Media Trolls!

Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh recently reacted to a post from a fake account on X (formerly Twitter) that claimed to be Pakistan's new Olympic champion, Arshad Nadeem.

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Harbhajan Singh Congratulates Arshad Nadeem's Fake Handle; Faces Social Media Trolls

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Cricket News Live Today: Bhuvneshwar Kumar Sweats Hard In The Nets!

In latest events, India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is sweating hard in the nets to remain in shape for the coming domestic season. He also shared a video of bowling in the nets and training in the gym.

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Cricket News Live Today: Ricky Ponting Hints At IPL Return!

Ricky Ponting, who parted ways with Delhi Capitals after a seven-year-long stint, remarked he would 'love to coach again in the IPL' in the upcoming season. Citing same reason, he also broke silence on England job. 

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Cricket News Live Today: Jemimah Rodrigues Shares Throwback Video With PR Sreejesh!

After Indian hockey team's historic bronze medal win over Spain, Jemimah Rodrigues shared a throwback video of Indian women team dancing with PR Sreejesh. 

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Cricket News Live Today: Suryakumar Yadav Rocks New Look!

India's T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav has donned new look ahead of the Buchi Babu tournament. SKY posted the now-viral pics of his new look styled by famous hair-stylist Aalim Hakim on his Instagram profile. 

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Cricket News Live Today: Vinod Kambli Provides His Health Update!

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, whose cricketing skills once left fans in awe, found himself at the centre of unwarranted social media frenzy following a video that portrayed him in a fragile state.

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Cricket News Live Today: Shami To Return In BAN Tests

As reported by ESPNCricinfo, the veteran pacer, who has been sidelined for a while due to ankle surgery, could be ready to be back in action when India face Bangladesh in mid-September.

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Cricket News Live Today: BCB Sends Letter To Army Chief For Women's T20 World Cup 2024 Safety

The political crisis in Bangladesh, exacerbated by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's recent resignation, has cast significant uncertainty over the country's ability to host the ICC Women's T20 World Cup scheduled for October 2024.

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Cricket News Live Today: Jay Shah Joins Gavaskar, Kapil Dev In Anshuman Gaekwad's Condolence Meet

Anshuman Gaekwad, a distinguished former Indian cricketer and coach, passed away on July 31, 2024, after a prolonged battle with cancer. A condolence meeting organised by his family, and several legendary cricketers, that included Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, along with BCCI Secretary Jay Shah were present there.

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Cricket News Live Today: Babar Azam, Amir Salute Arshaad Nadeem!

Ace javelin thrower Arshaad Nadeem made entire Pakistan proud on Thursday by setting a world record of 92.97 metre at Paris Olympics 2024. Pakistan's elite cricketers, from past and the present, joined hards to congratulate Nadeem for his remarkable achievement.

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Cricket News Live Today: IND To Play Day-Night Warm-Up Match In AUS

The visiting Indian cricket team will play a two-day day-night tour match against Australia's Prime Minister’s XI between the first two Tests of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy later this year.

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Cricket News Live Today: Jay Shah hails Neeraj Chopra for his heroics

One of India's finest athletes, Neeraj Chopra, exhibited commendable skills to bag a silver medal in Paris Olympics. Despite Neeraj missing the gold, BCCI secretary Jay Shah congratulated his efforts. Click here to read the full story. 

Cricket News Live Today: Saina Nehwal blasts KKR star with epic remark

India's famed Olympian and Badminton legend Saina Nehwal has responded to the controversial remarks from KKR's youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Saina explained the uniqueness of each sport, taking a cheeky dig at experienced Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Click here for the full story. 

Cricket News Live Today: R Ashwin praises Rohit Shama's fearless batting

Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has heaped massive praise on Rohit Sharma for his fearless batting approach. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin lauded the Indian captain, highlighting his recent success in SL ODIs. Click here to read the full story.