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On Friday, August 16, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, Jay Shah confirmed India’s withdrawal from hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 after ICC named India, along with Sri Lanka and UAE as back-up venues for the marquee tournament. Moreover, the BCCI Secretary also clarified on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s participation in Duleep trophy after the duo was named in the squad.
In this article, we will go through all the big news that took place on Friday, August 16.
Major cricket events that happened on Friday, August 16
BCCI mulls return of old IPL retention rule; Chennai Super Kings & MS Dhoni to benefit
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are likely to bring back the old retention rule, which puts the IPL franchises in a position to retain players retired from international cricket for at least five years. It could allow CSK to retain legendary wicket-keeper MS Dhoni as an uncapped player before the IPL 2025 auction.
Preity Zinta files court case on Punjab Kings co-owner: Reports
Preity Zinta, who is one of the four owners of Punjab Kings, the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, has reportedly filed a case against co-owner Mohit Burman in the Chandigarh High Court. She seeks a restraining order to stop Mohit Burman from selling a portion of his shares in Punjab Kings, which he categorically denies.
Steve Smith eyes IPL return after splendid MLC season in USA
Australian batter Steve Smith is looking forward to making the Indian Premier League (IPL) return after not getting a chance to play in the tournament in the last three seasons. The 35-year-old, who had a splendid season with the bat in the Major League Cricket (MLC), talked about putting his name in the mix in the upcoming IPL 2025 auction.
Jay Shah explains reason behind Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli not playing Duleep Trophy 2024
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah shared the reasons behind star batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli aren't playing in the upcoming Duleep Trophy 2024. In a media interaction with Mumbai, Jay Shah spoke about how Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could be exposed to injuries and hence the board hasn't picked them for the Duleep Trophy.
WATCH: Virat Kohli spotted casually walking on streets of London
Virat Kohli, the former Indian captain, set social media alight in a recent video, wherein he was spotted casually walking on the street of London in England. In the short clip, the 36-year-old looked very calm and relaxed, waiting for the traffic to pass before he went across the street towards his destination.
Andrew Flintoff reveals mental struggles after horrific car crash
Andrew Flintoff, the former England captain, revealed his mental struggles after a horrific car crash while filming BBC’s Top Gear in December 2022, suffering severe facial injuries, for which he underwent surgery. The 46-year-old spoke about how he had nightmares and flashbacks of the accident, finding it hard to cope and crying every two minutes.
WATCH: Dinesh Karthik names celebrity to swap lives for one week
The former Indian cricketer, Dinesh Karthik, who retired from the IPL and international cricket a couple of months ago, was asked in an exclusive interview about which celebrity he would pick to swap lives for a week. In response, he took the name of Oscar-winning singer and composer AR Rahman, wanting to see the creativity that goes on his mind.
WATCH: Ishan Kishan hits back-to-back 6s to complete 100 against MP
Ishan Kishan shut down his critics with a blistering century on his red-ball return in the Buchi Babu Trophy 2024. Kishan walked out to bat at number six on the second day and, after a cautious start, reached his half-century in 61 balls. Kishan smashed nine sixes and completed his century in 86 balls thanks to back-to-back maximums.
SA20 League Season 3 Player Auction to take place on October 1
Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith confirmed that the Season 3 auction of South Africa’s premier T20 competition will take place on October 1, 2024. Following the conclusion of the pre-signing and retention window there will be a total of 13 picks for the franchises to make at the Auction in Cape Town.
Richie Berrington to lead Scotland in T20I series against Australia
Richie Berrington is set to lead an experienced 17-member squad for Scotland's upcoming home series against Australia. The visit by Australia, a full-member nation, represents a remarkable opportunity for Scotland to both test and display their skills against top-tier competition.
