Cricket News Higlights, November 8, 2024: Mohammad Nabi To Retire From ODIs After Champions Trophy, Haris Rauf Shatters Akram, Imran's Record

Cricket News Live Today:  Tilak Varama And Axar Patel Return As Aiden Markram Puts India To Bat First

After a disheartening loss against New Zealand in their backyard, India have travelled to South Africa to play T20Is. The two teams will face off in the first T20I of the four-match series at Kingsmead in Durban.

South Africa won the toss and have decided to field first.

Cricket News Live Today: Sir Ian Botham Escapes Death After Falling Into River Full Of Crocodiles

England legend Sir Ian Botham has escaped death as he fell into a river full of crocodiles while he went fishing with Australia's Merv Hughes in Moyle River in North Australia. Notably, the two legendary figures, who shared a great rivalry back in the day, went fishing together when the unfortunate incident occurred.

Cricket News Live Today: 'Don't Know About Wiser...': Virat Kohli Comes Up With Savage Reply After 36th Birthday

On November 5, India batting maestro Virat Kohli turned 36 and the world was in joy. A few days later, at an event, Kohli shared the story of his quiet birthday celebration at home with his family. Hailed as 'King', Kohli keeps his personal life low-key and always makes time for his wife and kids, Vamika and Akaay Kohli. 

Cricket News Live Today: Mumbai Cafe Photoshops Staff In Hilarious Meet-Up With Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's recent brunch date at a Mumbai cafe has become the talk of the internet, not just for the star-studded appearance but also for the cafe's amusing gesture involving one absent staff member. Kohli and Anushka went out for a date at the Benne cafe in Bandra locality of Mumbai.

 Cricket News Live Today: KL Rahul And Athiya Shetty Expecting First Child In 2025

Indian cricketer, KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty are gearing up for parenthood! The cricketer and his actress wife announced they’re expecting their first child in 2025, sharing the news on Instagram.

Cricket News Live Today: Dressing Room Leaks At Kerala Stadium In Ranji Trophy

Controversy has erupted in Kerala as UP players have slammed the Kerala Cricket Association for opting for a college ground over a proper stadium for the Ranji match, and visuals are surfing on the internet of dressing room leaking because of the heavy rain. The leakage has led to several kit bags being damaged.

Cricket News Live Today: Rohit Sharma To Fly To Australia Between November 10-12

Report mention that Rohit Sharma, who is likely to miss the first Test match, will also travel with the team. It is said that Rohit wants to train in Australian conditions ahead of the crucial series and will return to India for a brief period. 

Cricket News Live Today: Haris Rauf Shatters Imran Khan And Wasim Akram's Record With A Fifer

Haris Rauf became the first-ever Pakistani pacer to record a five-wicket haul in an ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. Apart from Saqlain Mushtaq, he is the only bowler from Pakistan to achieve the feat. This milestone helped him pip the likes of Wasim Akram and Imran Khan.

Cricket News Live Today: Netizens Fume Over KL Rahul's Embarrassing Dismissal

KL Rahul's struggles just don't seem to end. In the ongoing second Test against Australia A at the MCG, Rahul's bizarre dismissal in the second innings left fans stunned and fuming. After a low score of just 4 in the first innings, everyone expected him to step up in the second. But his dismissal had people shaking their heads.

Cricket News Live Today: Suryakumar Yadav Optimistic About Test Comeback Before BGT

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav recently addressed the discussion around his Test comeback. When speaking about his intentions in Test cricket, Suryakumar expressed that he was keen on representing India again in the longer format.

Cricket News Live Today: Alzarri Joseph Handed Two-Match Ban

In a bold decision, Cricket West Indies imposed a two-match ban on Alzarri Joseph after the latter stormed out of the field following a conflict with captain Shai Hope over field placement.

Cricket News Live Today: Travis Head Blessed With A Baby Boy Before BGT

Australia’s powerhouse opener, Travis Head, and his wife, Jess, welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Harrison George Head, on October 4. Jess shared the happy news on Instagram, posting some adorable family photos with little Harrison and their daughter, Mila.

Cricket News Live Today: Mohammad Nabi To Retire From ODIs After Champions Trophy 2025

Afghanistan's legendary all-rounder Mohammad Nabi is all set to announce his retirement from One-Day International cricket. The upcoming Champions Trophy in Pakistan will be the veteran cricketer's swan song in the 50-over format. 

Cricket News Live Today: SKY Expresses Confidence In Ruturaj Gaikwad!