The Indian cricketer, Suryakumar Yadav, is looking to play for the national team in all formats of the game, making himself available for the domestic red-ball tournament in Mumbai colours. Ravichandran Ashwin called out the foreign players for skipping the IPL mega auction, making themselves available for the mini auction, to get a bigger contract with franchises.
In this article, we will go through all the major news that took place in the world of cricket in the last 24 hours.
I want to play for India in all three formats: Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian T20I captain, made himself available to play for Mumbai in the Buchi Babu Invitational tournament organised by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). Ahead of the upcoming domestic tournament, for which he will be added in the squad by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), the 33-year-old spoke to the media about wanting to play for India in all the three formats.
Ahmad Shahzad announces PKR 1 million prize money for Arshad Nadeem
Ahmad Shahzad, the Pakistan cricketer, announced PKR 1 million in prize money through his foundation for Arshad Nadeem after winning a gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. After registering an Olympic record in the men’s javelin throw event, there have been several other cash prizes announced for Arshad Nadeem, who has etched his name in Pakistan sporting history.
Ravichandran Ashwin calls out foreign players for skipping IPL mega auctions
Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin called out foreign players in the Indian Premier League and demanded for a change ahead of the 2025 mega auction. The cricketer highlighted how foreign players decide to skip mega auctions and make themselves available for mini auctions, guaranteeing themselves a bigger paycheck. Not only this, but the spinning wizard called for a regulation to ensure no overseas player could earn more than the highest-paid Indian player.
Adam Zampa hopes to play for Australia in Test format
Australia’s star spinner, Adam Zampa opened up on making a possible appearance in the longest format of the game. While he is hopeful of donning the Baggy Green cap despite his sparse first-class appearance in recent years. Although he remains a key player in the limited-over for Australia, he believes that he could be a strong contender seeing his current form, especially during subcontinent tours.
Sachin Tendulkar backs Vinesh Phogat as wrestler awaits CAS verdict
Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar demanded justice and a silver medal for wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was disqualified on the day of her gold-medal match at Paris Olympics 2024. Notably, Phogat had secured her spot in the final of the 50kg freestyle after defeating her Cuban counterpart in the semi-final. However, in a heartbreaking turn of events, the Indian wrestler was declared disqualified after she was found to be 100 grams over the weight limit.
Mohammed Shami to prove his fitness in Duleep Trophy: Reports
Mohammed Shami, the Indian fast bowler, is reportedly expected to make his return to the national team during the Test series against Bangladesh in September this year after undergoing surgery for achilles tendon injury from last year. The 33-year-old, who is currently in the final stages of his rehabilitation process in the NCA, could play in the Duleep Trophy, starting on September 5, to prove his fitness.
