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Greg Barclay likely to get re-elected as ICC chairman: Report
Unlike in 2020, Barclay is set to have smooth sailing this time around as he is unlikely to have any opposition during the election, scheduled for November 12 in Melbourne. Dr. Tavengwa Mukuhlani, the chair of Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC), who had filed nomination against him, is expected to withdraw, a Cricbuzz report said.
Suryakumar has the access shots and innovations needed in T20 cricket: Pakistan coach Hayden
With T20 cricket fast becoming a power-hitters' game and players from Australia, England and the West Indies supposedly having the edge when it comes to crossing the boundary ropes, Hayden when asked if subcontinent batters were at a disadvantage in the shortest format, cited Suryakumar's example of being a complete T20 batter.
Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Abdul Qadir and Charlotte Edwards inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame
The three newest inductees will be honoured in a special ceremony, which will take place prior to the start of play at the first semifinal of the Men's T20 World Cup at the Sydney Cricket Ground on November 9.
Travis Head comes in place of now-retired Finch in Australia's ODI squad for series v England
While announcing the squad, chairman of selectors George Bailey said, "Our focus is to continue to build a squad with an eye to next year's World Cup (in India) under Pat (Cummins) as the new ODI captain, so it's an important series. "Travis Head returns in place of Aaron Finch having played well in Pakistan and Sri Lanka earlier in the year. He has demonstrated flexibility in the types of roles he can play in our ODI line-up.
Sri Lanka Cricket notified about Gunathilaka's arrest; to initiate thorough inquiry
"Sri Lanka Cricket confirms that it was notified by the ICC that player Danushka Gunathilaka has been arrested on the allegations of sexual assault of a woman in Sydney, and Mr. Gunathilaka is due to appear in court tomorrow (November 7, 2022). SLC will closely monitor the proceedings in court and, in consultation with the ICC, will expeditiously initiate a thorough inquiry into the matter and take stern action against the player if found guilty," said a statement from SLC.
'I don't know how he does it': Ross Taylor in awe of Suryakumar Yadav's batting
Suryakumar climbed to top spot in the men's batting rankings on Wednesday after just 37 T20Is. The right-handed batter averaged 40.65 at an incredible strike rate of 177 on his way to the No.1 ranking, but has generally shone brightest when batting at number four for India in 21 of those T20Is.
Suryakumar Yadav surges to No. 1 in latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings
Suryakumar Yadav's 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and a gallant 68 off 40 against South Africa in Perth have helped him overtake New Zealand's Devon Conway and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan, who had held the top spot since September 4 this year.
With Australia staring at early World Cup exit, O'Donnell attributes it to CA easing out Justin Langer as head coach
Langer, despite guiding Australia to a massive Ashes win earlier this year was reportedly forced to quit as Cricket Australia (CA) and some players were not in favour of the former opener getting a long-term contract renewal. Langer was offered a six-month extension, which he reportedly refused and decided to step down before Australia's series in Pakistan.
T20 World Cup: Australia hammer Ireland by 42 runs
With this win, Australia moved to the second spot in Group 1 standings with five points in four matches. On the other hand, Ireland are in fourth spot with three points. Australia skipper Aaron Finch played an excellent knock of 63 from 44 deliveries to guide his team to a commanding total of 179/5 in 20 overs, after they were invited to bat first.
T20 World Cup: No wholesale changes for must-win clash with Australia, says England coach Mott
Mott's team fell to a disappointing five-run defeat to Ireland via the DLS method at the MCG on Wednesday and now face the reigning T20 World Cup champions in front of their home crowd in what looms as a crunch match for both sides and one that will be crucial to the make-up of the semifinals.
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