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On Saturday, August 17, the International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed their willingness to take cricket to Youth Olympics, which are scheduled to be held in the year 2030. Moreover, this statement on ICC’s interest follows Indian government’s bid for Youth Olympics, along with the Olympics Games in 2036. Furthermore, SLC announced indefinite suspension for Niroshan Dickwella due to anti-doping violations.
In this article, we will go through all the big news that took place on Saturday, August 17.
Major cricket events that happened on Saturday, August 17
ECB to let IPL franchises rename The Hundred teams: Reports
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is reportedly going to allow the IPL franchises to rename the eight teams in the Hundred even if they purchase minority stakes. It has been learnt that the ECB are keen to have the Indian capital in the Hundred, with all the 10 IPL franchises looking to bid on its teams.
ICC willing to take cricket to Youth Olympics in 2030: Reports
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has stated its willingness to take cricket to the Youth Olympics in 2030 in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The statement from the ICC in this regard came after the declaration from the Indian Government last year to bid for Youth Olympic Games (YOG) 2030, along with the Olympic Games 2036.
Niroshan Dickwella suspended by SLC for anti-doping violations
On Friday, August 16, SLC announced indefinite suspension for Niroshan Dickwella due to anti-doping violations. It is to be noted that Dickwella failed to pass a doping test conducted according to the World Anti-Doping guidelines during the Lanka Premier League (LPL). " The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice," the statement from SLC read.
Zimbabwe keen to host WT20 WC 2024 after India rejects ICC’s appeal
Zimbabwe is the latest to join the likes of UAE and Sri Lanka to host the Women's T20 World Cup in October. It is to be noted that Zimbabwe will serve as a neutral host as their women’s team has not qualified for the tournament. Harare Sports Club and the Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo are set to be the two venues for the tournament.
Jay Shah drops BOLD statement after Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan’s return to cricket
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah dropped a bold statement after Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer’s return to domestic cricket. "If you look Duleep Trophy squad, apart from Rohit and Virat rest are going to play. It's because of the harsh steps I have taken, Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan are playing Duleep Trophy. We have been little strict," Jay Shah told TOI.
WATCH: Mohammed Siraj cluelessly looks at fan talking about Paris Olympics 2029
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj had a hilarious interaction with a young fan, who chatted with him about cricket in the upcoming Olympics. After the fan called Mohammed Siraj as the “best cricketer in India,” he hoped to see him play in “Paris Olympics 2029” despite the Indian player correcting the youngster about the next Olympic Games happening in 2028.
ECB withdraws Gus Atkinson from The Hundred ahead of Sri Lanka series
Ahead of The Hundred final, the Oval Invincibles have been handed a massive blow as their star pacer, Gus Atkinson has been withdrawn from the side seeing the Sri Lanka Test series ahead. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has withdrawn the English pacer, in order to risk any injury.
WATCH: Babar Azam groans in pain after getting hit on the box in nets
Pakistan white-ball captain, Babar Azam, suffered a nasty blow on his box while batting in the nets against pacer Khurram Shahzad. After groaning in pain, the 29-year-old took a few moments to himself, managed to recover with some stretches before resuming practice in the nets for the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh at home.
Finn Allen to join Perth Scorchers on two-year deal
New Zealand opener Finn Allen is set to sign a two-year deal with Perth Scorchers. He recently became the latest Black Caps player to turn down the central contract, with the hope of focusing more on franchise cricket and signing for the Scorchers is the first step. Allen also became the third New Zealand player to confirm his place in the BBL. Colin Munro, who announced his retirement from international cricket after failing to get into the T20 World Cup squad, has joined Brisbane Heat while Tim Seifert, who also refused a central contract, has joined Melbourne Renegades.
