Cricket News Live Today, October 14 2024: India Eliminated From Women's T20 World Cup; Pakistan Name A Spin-Heavy XI For 2nd Test Vs England

Cricket News Live Today: Ben Stokes Reacts To Babar, Shaheen's Test Snub

When asked about their exclusion, Stokes kept his response brief: “That’s just a Pakistan Cricket issue.” The decision to bench Babar, Pakistan’s former captain, along with the voluntary withdrawal of fast bowlers Shaheen and Naseem, signals major changes in Pakistan’s strategy for the remainder of the series.  

Cricket News Live Today: India Make Group Stage Exit From Women's T20 World Cup

In a significant development, India were knocked out of the Women's T20 World Cup following New Zealand's one-sided victory over Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. 

Cricket News Live Today: PCB Issues Show-Cause Notice To Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman has landed in trouble over his tweet in support of Babar Azam as PCB has issued a show-cause notice to the Pakistan batter. He has been given seven days to respond to the notice. 

Cricket News Live Today: Fatima Sana Gets Emotional During National Anthem

In the latest events, during the national anthem, Fatima Sana could not hold back her tears and was spotted crying uncontrollably during the anthem as she recently lost her father.

Cricket News Live Today: Mitchell Starc Looking Forward For Battle Against Virat Kohli

Ahead of the crucial series from WTC's point of view, Starc talked about his contest with Virat Kohli and remarked that he is looking forward to square off against the former India skipper.

Cricket News Live Today: Babar Azam Rested, Not Dropped; Remarks PAK Coach

Pakistan's assistant coach Azhar Mahmood has issued a massive update and stated that Babar Azam has been rested. He eliminated the news of ex-Pakistan skipper being dropped. 

Cricket News Live Today: Shaheen Afridi Wishes Good Luck To Pakistan Despite Being Dropped For Multan Test!

In a surprising move ahead of the second Test between Pakistan and England in Multan on October 15, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that ace pacer Shaheen Afridi, star batter Babar Azam, and right-arm quick Naseem Shah will be rested for the remainder of the series. The decision has sparked widespread debate among fans and cricket experts both in Pakistan and globally.

Cricket News Live Today: Gautam Gambhir Backs India's High-Risk Cricket For NZ Tests!

Head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed the Indian batters to play high-risk cricket in Tests. Recently, India secured an emphatic two-nil series win over Bangladesh on home soil. Despite losing plenty of time, India played aggressively to force a result in the rain-marred Kanpur Test. 

Cricket News Live Today: Gautam Gambhir Gambhir Gives Stern Warning To Australia And New Zealand!

India head coach Gautam Gambhir is not too concerned about the recent lukewarm form of Virat Kohli, insisting that the star batter remains as hungry as he was when he made his debut and should not be judged after every match.

Cricket News Live Today: Sanju Samson Gets Hero's Welcome From Shashi Tharoor On His Return To Kerala!

On Thursday, October 14, Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor took to Twitter to share pictures of him meeting India star Sanju Samson, who returned home following his maiden T20I century. Samson, who featured in the third T20I against Bangladesh, smashed a fourty-ball century, the second fastest hundred for the Men in Blue in the shortest format of the game. 

Cricket News Live Today: 'Easwaran Deserves To Tour Australia,' Fans React To Bengal Opener's Stellar Ranji Trophy Ton!

Bengal veteran Abhimanyu Easwaran shaped his 27th first-class hundred by scoring an unbeaten 127 against Uttar Pradesh in the Elite Group C match of the 2024 Ranji Trophy season. The innings marked Easwaran’s fourth century in his last four matches, and fifth in his past six appearances.

Cricket News Live Today: Kamindu Mendis And Tammy Beaumont Win ICC Players Of The Month For September 2024!

In a notable recognition of their outstanding performances, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis and England's Tammy Beaumont as the ICC Players of the Month for September 2024. 

Cricket News Live Today: Kamran Ghulam Replaces Babar Azam As Pakistan Name A Spin-Heavy XI For 2nd Test Vs England!

In a significant development, Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the second Test against England. Led by Shan Masood, the hosts will cross swords against the Englishmen in a must-win clash at Multan Cricket Stadium. 

Cricket News Live Today: What to Expect from Day 1 of PAK vs ENG 2nd Test in Multan?

As Pakistan and England gear up for their second Test encounter in Multan, starting on Tuesday, October 15, all eyes will be on the pitch that has stirred up quite a fuss. England’s victory in the first Test by an innings and 47 runs was as much about their stellar batting as it was about the lifeless Multan pitch, which proved a “bowlers’ graveyard.”

Cricket News Live Today: Ben Stokes Returns As England Announce Playing XI For 2nd Test Vs Pakistan

In a significant development, England have released their playing XI for second Test against Pakistan, which is set to commence on October 15, Tuesday in Multan. 

Cricket News Live Today: Sachin Tendulkar Gets Honoured By NFL With A 'Unique' Jersey Gesture; Pictures Go Viral

Former Indian legend, Sachin Tendulkar made a dashing appearance at the National Football League (NFL), a professional American football league. During his presence, he was honoured by a special jersey by NFL. Team owner Jerry Jones presented him with a custom Number 10 jersey in a special honour during a Dallas Cowboy NFL game.

Cricket News Live Today: Sanju Samson Overcame Self-Doubt With Gambhir's Backing

Sanju Samson recently reflected on his journey through pressure, self-doubt, and the eventual triumph of scoring his maiden T20I century against Bangladesh. In his post-game comments, the wicket-keeper mentioned the Indian team’s leadership, especially head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav for standing by him, reassuring him of their unwavering support.

Cricket News Live Today: PCB Displeased With Fakhar Zaman Over Comments On Babar Azam’s Exclusion

Amid the selection controversy, Pakistan’s top-order batter Fakhar Zaman publicly expressed his disappointment. He questioned the exclusion of a key player like Babar Azam, comparing it to how India stood by their former captain Virat Kohli during his lean patch from 2020 to 2022.  

Fakhar’s comments didn’t sit well with the PCB. According to the reports, a board insider revealed that Fakhar’s remarks were seen as an unnecessary interference in the selection process. 

Cricket News Live Today: 'We Can Learn From Them...' - Harmanpreet Laments Lack of Team Effort As India Suffers Setback To Australia

India’s hopes of advancing to the Women’s T20 World Cup semi-finals took a severe blow following a narrow 9-run defeat to Australia in Sharjah on October 13. The loss leaves India dependent on external results for a chance to progress, with captain Harmanpreet Kaur expressing frustration over the lack of collective effort from her side.

Cricket News Live Today: 'Tough Times, Sweeter Comebacks'-Hasan Ali Supports Babar Azam, Shaheen After Test Axing

Experienced Pakistani pacer Hasan Ali has voiced strong support for Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah after the trio was dropped from the national team for the remaining two Tests of the ongoing series against England

Cricket News Live Today: Steve Smith To End His Stint As Test Opener Before Border Gavaskar Trophy; Chief Selector Confirms

As reported by Fox Cricket, in a recent interaction with the media, George Bailey the chief selector of Australian cricket team has confirmed that Steve Smith will not be seen as an opener during the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy. 

Cricket News Live Today: Cameron Green Ruled Out of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 Following Decision to Undergo Surgery

Australia's star allrounder Cameron Green has made a challenging decision to undergo surgery on his back, effectively ruling him out of the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India this summer.

Cricket News Live Today: Pat Cummins Back At The Helm As Australia Start Preparations For Champions Trophy

The National Selection Panel has announced the men's squad for the Pakistan ODI series. They have also announced the squad of Australia A for the upcoming matches against India.

Cricket News Live Today: Australia defeat India in close-fought battle!

India Women lost a close battle to Australia Women to virtually end its poor campaign in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. With a 152-run target in sight, India couldn’t hold nerves and cracked under pressure.