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After the conclusion of India’s tour of Zimbabwe, the action will now shift to the Sri Lanka, which is set to begin later this month. However, this will be Gautam Gambhir’s first assignment as Indian head coach, it will also see India get a new skipper in T20I format after Rohit Sharma pulled down curtains to his career in the shortest format. Furthermore, there have been ample of talks around the upcoming Champions Trophy in regard to India’s participation.
In this article, we will go through all the big news that took place on Monday, July 15.
Major cricket events that happened on Monday, July 15
PCB demands written proof from BCCI regarding denial of permission from Indian government
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) wants the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to provide written proof in case the Indian government denies their players the permission to travel to Pakistan to compete in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. "If the Indian government declines permission, it has to be in writing, and it is mandatory on the BCCI to provide that letter to the ICC now," a PCB source working closely with the organizing committee was quoted by India Today.
WATCH: Rohit Sharma drops one-liner on international retirement
Team India captain, Rohit Sharma, must have retired from the shortest format of the game after taking his side to the much-awaited victory later last month in the USA and West Indies, he recently silenced everyone when asked about his retirement plans. The 37-year-old dropped a one-liner as he said, “you will see me playing at least for a while” during a promotional event.
Australia to not consider David Warner for Champions Trophy 2025, confirms George Bailey
Australia Chief Selector, George Bailey recently opened up on David Warner's return to cricket after he retired from all formats of the game but kept doors open for the Champions Trophy 2025. "Our understanding is that David is retired, and [he] should be commended on what has been an incredible career across all three formats. Certainly, our planning is that he won't be there in Pakistan," Bailey said.
Rishabh Pant to leave DC ahead of IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Reports
Indian wicketkeeper-batter and T20 World Cup 2024 winner Rishabh Pant is set to leave Delhi Capitals ahead of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. the Capitals stunned the cricketing world as Aussie legend Ricky Ponting announced his departure from the franchise after seven years. This significant change has reportedly played a crucial role in Rishabh Pant leaving the franchise.
WATCH: Kumar Sangakkara asks Yuzvendra Chahal to fulfil his promise
Kumar Sangakkara, the former Sri Lanka captain, turned heads last month by playing village cricket in Dorset, England. On Monday, July 15, Rajasthan Royals took to their official X account to post an interview about the special moment for their head coach Kumar Sangakkara, wherein he directly addressed Yuzvendra Chahal to fulfill his promise of sending him some SG kits.
Para shuttler bashes Yuvraj & Harbhajan Singh over insensitive video
Indian Para badminton player Manasi Joshi has bashed former Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, and Harbhajan Singh for an insensitive video mocking the walk of specially-abled individuals. These former players shared a video where Yuvraj, Raina, and Harbhajan imitated a ‘funny’ walk after winning the World Championship of Legends.
WATCH: Kuldeep Yadav accurately predicts Spain’s 2-1 win at Euro 2024
On Sunday, July 14, Kuldeep Yadav, the Indian cricketer, was in attendance at the Olympiastadion in Berlin for the UEFA Euro 2024 final between Spain and England. Prior to the start of the big game, the 29-year-old gave a pitch side interview, where he accurately predicted the final scoreline in favour of Spain 2-1 over England.
Australia announce squad for limited overs tour to England and Scotland; Pat Cummins misses out
World Cup-winning skipper Pat Cummins has been rested for Australia’s upcoming limited-overs tour to Britain and Mitchell Starc will miss the Twenty20 portion of the trip as part of a workload management program. Cricket Australia said Cummins’ absence was part of a “pre-planned, long-term load management strategy” as part of preparations for the Champions Trophy next year. Mitchell Marsh, who led Australia at the recent T20 World Cup in the United States and Caribbean, will be captain for the tour.
WATCH: Andre Russell breaks Travis Head’s bat during MLC 2024
On Monday, during the MLC 2024 clash between LA Knight Riders and Washington Freedom, Andre Russell’s fiery delivery left Travis Head’s bat in two pieces. The incident took place in the second over of the Freedom innings. Head tried to attempt a pull shot off Russell’s pacy short-pitched delivery, leaving the bat in two pieces.
