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The Rohit Sharma-led Team India is currently locking horn with England in the third Test at the newly named Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Powered by Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja’s ton along with a crucial half-century from Sarfaraz Khan, the Men in Blue have posted 326/5 at Stumps on Day 1. Moreover, the ILT20 2024 has reached the penultimate stage with Dubai Capitals confirming a finals spot after MI Emirates confirmed it earlier on Wednesday.
Here in this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Thursday, February 15.
Major cricket events that happened on February 15
WATCH: Sarfaraz Khan’s father tears up after son gets debut cap
After getting a maiden call-up, Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan was handed his Test debut cap on Thursday, February 15. Seeing him receive his cap from Anil Kumble, Sarfaraz’s father Naushad Khan teared up, video of which is now going viral. Moreover, Sarfaraz’s wife also broke down in tears with the cricketer wiping them off after this joyous moment. The debutant also received a surprise phone call from his brother Musheer Khan after Day 1 on third Test.
Ravindra Jadeja takes responsibility for Sarfaraz Khan’s run-out in third Test
At stumps on Day 1, skipper Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja registered hundreds while debutant Sarfaraz Khan scored a spectacular half-century against England in the third Test. The 26-year-old Mumbai batter was close to scoring a century in his international debut, however, his dream debut was cut short in a mix-up with Jadeja, who admitted his mistake, taking to social media.
Mukesh Kumar released from India squad ahead of 3rd Test vs ENG
BCCI on Thursday, February 15 confirmed that Mukesh Kumar has been released from the squad ahead of the third Test against England in Rajkot. However, Md Siraj replaced Kumar, BCCI at toss confirmed that he will feature in the Ranji Trophy match for Bengal and join the side ahead of fourth Test in Ranchi.
WATCH: Rohit’s reaction after being named skipper for T20 WC surfaces
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah on Wednesday, February 14 confirmed Rohit Sharma as the skipper of the side for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Soon after this, Rohit Sharma dropped a priceless reaction. The 36-year-old was seen clapping and giving a wide a smile, video of which is going viral on social media.
CSK and SRH open to investing in English cricket: Reports
In a major development, the Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad have reportedly shown their interest in investing in English cricket. The Sun TV Network, owning SRH in IPL, has had discussion with ECB officials about making an investment in the English league with the final decision expected to come in April about the privatisation of cricket in the UK.
PCB terminates Haris Rauf’s central contract; part ways with Mohammad Hafeez
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has terminated fast bowler Haris Rauf’s central contract after refusing to play Test cricket against Australia in December 2023. Rauf’s decision to withdraw from the tour citing workload management led to an agitated PCB and pushed them to take this call. PCB also confirmed former captain Mohammad Hafeez’s departure from the post of Director of Cricket.
UK-based player banned for 17.5 years under ICC’s anti-corruption code
A UK based cricketer Rizwan Javed has been banned from all formats of the game for 17.5 years after he was found guilty of five different breached of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code for Participants (the ‘Code’). Rizwan was among eight player and officials charged by the ICC on behalf of the ECB in September last year.
