Category: CRICKET
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Anil Kumble and Betty Wilson to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame
Wellington, Feb 19, 2015: Anil Kumble, the former India captain and one of the most versatile wrist-spinners to ever play the game, and Betty Wilson, one of the greatest women’s cricketers of all-time, will be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 match between India and South…
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David Richardson believes ICC Cricket World Cup will cement ODI game’s standing
Melbourne, Feb 5, 2015: Ahead of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, which will be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand for the first time since 1992, the ICC Chief Executive David Richardson, has outlined his favourite ICC Cricket World Cup memories and his hopes for the competition, which starts on February 14. Richardson, who was…
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Event Technical Committee approves replacement in West Indies’ squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015
Dubai, Jan 29, 2015: The ICC has confirmed that the Event Technical Committee of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 has approved Nikita Miller as a replacement player for Sunil Narine in West Indies’ squad for the tournament, which starts on 14 February. Narine withdrew from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 earlier this week…
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ICC launches official ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 App
Dubai, Jan 28, 2015: The ICC, in partnership with Reliance Communications, today launches the official ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 app – now available for free download from the App Store and Google Play. The ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, the 11th edition of cricket’s flagship event, gets underway on 14th February and will see…
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ICC Launches Official Fantasy League for ICC Cricket World Cup 2015
Dubai, Jan 25, 2015: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is delighted to announce the launch of the most detailed ever Fantasy League game for the ICCCricket World Cup 2015, with multiple game modes and chances to win exclusive ICC Cricket World Cup merchandise and other prizes. Cricket fans across the world can now participate in…
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David Richardson says ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 will be “bigger and better” than ever
Dubai, Jan220, 2015: ICC Chief Executive David Richardson believes that “there has been no stone left unturned” as preparations continue ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, but stressed the need for players to remember their responsibilities to uphold the sport’s integrity at all times. In an exclusive TV interview with the ICC, which…
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Series clean-sweep boosts Pakistan to fourth in ICC Women’s Championship table
Dubai, Jan 14, 2015: Pakistan has moved to fourth place in the ICC Women’s Championship after defeating Sri Lanka 3-0 in the second round clash, which concluded in Sharjah on Tuesday. The ICC Women’s Championship is a qualifying tournament for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2017 with the top four sides earning automatic qualification for…
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Fast bowler Sohail Khan earns selectors nod for ICC World Cup 2015: By Rashid Ali Siddiqui
Karachi – Pakistan, Jan 7, 2015: PCB selectors named 15-member Pakistan team for ICC World Cup 2015 with fast bowler Sohail Khan being surprise inclusion while veteran Younis Khan, out of form Umer Akmal and half-fit Sohaib Maqsood also caught the bus. Team includes Ahmed Shehzad, Ehsan Adil, M Hafeez, Haris Sohail, M Irfan, Junaid…
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Naveed Cheema replaces Moin as manager Pakistan for WC 2015: By Rashid Ali Siddiqui
Karachi – Pakistan, Dec 27, 2014: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) removed former captain Moin Khan as Pakistan team manager for the 2015 World Cup, appointing Naveed Cheema in his place. Cheema, chief secretary Punjab is a strict disciplinarian, has been successful as manager of Pakistan in his last three-year stint when Pakistan team was struggling…
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Shoaib Malik expects a recall for World Cup 2015. By: Rashid Ali Siddiqui
Karachi – Pakistan, Nov 02, 2014: Pakistan’s former captain Shoaib Malik is optimistic for his recall for the New Zealand series and World Cup 2015. “I’m fully fit and focused on my performance, said all-rounder is an interview. Despite strict check by PCB Shoaib Malik is not afraid of being involved in suspect bowling action…