Cricket Weekly Roundup: From Jitesh Sharma’s engagement to Morne Morkel’s appointment as India’s bowling coach

The world of cricket continues to captivate fans with its relentless pace and ever-changing storyline. From personal history to big appointments, the cricket scene is a mix of exciting performances, off-field developments, and unexpected twists. Each week brings a new set of stories that not only shape the present but also set the stage for the future of the game.

This weekly roundup highlights the most significant events that have made waves in the world of cricket, showcasing the sport’s ability to inspire, entertain, and unite fans around the world. Be it the rise of new stars, the strategic decisions made by cricket boards, or the personal journeys of players, cricket is always a source of excitement and drama.

The best pictures of the week in the world of cricket

Jitesh Sharma gets engaged to Shalaka Makeshwar

Jitesh Sharmatalented Indian cricketer, recently announced his marriage Shalaka Makeshwar. He revealed this good news on social media, expressing his love and excitement for their future together. The couple hails from Maharashtra and have been dating for a long time. Shalaka is a talented engineer with a passion for design. The news was met with widespread congratulations from fans, fellow cricketers, and the cricket team.

Kieron Pollard destroys Rashid Khan with 5 back-to-back sixes in The Hundred 2024

Kieron Pollardrepresenting the Southern Brave, produced one of the most spectacular betting plays in the history of cricket by batting Rashid KhanTrent Rockets’ star spinner, five consecutive sixes in one over during The Hundred 2024. Pollard’s powerful knock turned the game on its head, showed his dominance, and left fans and pundits in awe of his incredible performance.

West Indies and South Africa share the spoils

The first test game in between The West Indies again South Africa ended in a draw, despite a determined effort by the West Indian batsmen to chase down a challenging target. The South African bowlers behaved well and managed to keep the hosts under pressure throughout the game. Although the result was disappointing for the West Indies, the match showed some exciting cricket, with both teams showing moments of brilliance.

Read full report here: Alick Athanaze’s fightback helps West Indies draw with South Africa in first Test.

The Toronto Nationals won Canada’s first Global T20 title

Toronto Nationals confirm the first ones Global T20 Canada title with a massive 8-wicket win over the defending champions The Montreal Tigers. Andries Gous‘ An unbeaten half-century guided the Nationals to a comfortable run after limiting Montreal to a modest total.

Graham Thorpe’s wife has revealed the sad truth about the former cricketer’s death

Former England cricketer Graham Thorpe He tragically took his own life after a long battle with depression and anxiety, his wife Amanda has revealed. Despite his success on the cricket field and known for his mental strength, Thorpe’s private struggle with mental health intensified over the past few years, eventually leading to this tragic outcome.

Ben Stokes ruled the entire English summer

England captain Ben Stokes he was ruled out for the entire England season after suffering a hamstring injury while playing in The Hundred. The all-rounder will miss the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka, with Ollie Pope taking over as captain. Stokes is eyeing a return for England’s tour of Pakistan in October.

UPDATE: South Africa unveils T20I squad to tour West Indies; Kwena Maphaka receives the call of maidens

Bollywood glamor will light up the UPT20 league

I UP T20 League 2024 promises a grand opening ceremony with Bollywood stars Janhvi Kapoor again Ananya Panday set to entertain the audience with their performances. The event is expected to have an exciting show of music, dance and entertainment, making people look forward to the cricket matches that will follow.

BCCI considers IPL as a league for retired cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly considering a major move to launch an IPL-style league for retired cricketers. The proposed league aims to provide former cricket stars with a platform to continue to connect with the sport and entertain fans, while potentially generating more revenue for the BCCI.

James Anderson eyes a T20 encore

James Andersonthe legendary England pacer, revealed that he might return to T20 cricket after retiring from Test cricket. Despite being 42, Anderson believes he still has the skills to excel in the shortest format and is considering opportunities in franchise leagues. His decision to test a T20 comeback has created a lot of excitement among fans, who want to see the bowling master again.

BCCI is rescheduling India’s home series

The BCCI has made significant changes in the schedule for India’s upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh and England. The first T20I against Bangladesh, which was scheduled for Dharamsala, has been shifted to Gwalior due to the renovation of the stadium. Additionally, the venues for the first two T20Is against England have been switched, with Kolkata hosting the opening match and Chennai taking the second match due to a scheduling conflict with the Republic Day celebrations in Kolkata.

Duleep Trophy teams are complete

BCCI has announced the teams for the first round of Duleep Trophy 2024-25. In this competition there will be four captain teams Shubman Gill, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Ruturaj Gaikwadagain Shreyas Iyer. The competition promises to be a platform for young and emerging talent to showcase their skills alongside famous stars.

See complete squads here: BCCI announces Duleep Trophy squads; Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad lead

Morne Morkel has been appointed as India’s bowling coach

Former South African pacer Morne Morkel has been appointed as the new coach of the Indian cricket team. Morkel will take charge in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. His appointment marks an important addition to the Indian coaching staff, who have high hopes for his expertise in improving the Indian fast bowling attack.

T20I series split between Ireland and Sri Lanka Women

I Ireland again Sri Lanka The women’s teams played an exciting T20I match, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Both teams showed their skills and determination, with the series providing valuable information for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

BCCI rejects ICC bid to host Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in India

The BCCI has turned down the ICC’s request to host this one Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in India. Talking about the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup in India next year and the monsoon season, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah pointed out that hosting two Women’s World Cups back-to-back may create a wrong image. The decision leaves the ICC with the challenge of finding a replacement to host the tournament amid ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, the first country to host the tournament.

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