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While the Rohit Sharma-led Team India will host the Ben Stokes’ England in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala, New Zealand is hosting Australia in a two-match Test series. But as the two teams move to Christchurch now for the second Test, Australia go with a 1-0 advantage in the series, having won the opening Test by 172 runs, courtesy Nathan Lyon’s six-for. Apart from this, the WPL 2024 has reach half-way mark with MI Women leading the points table.
Here in this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Saturday, March 2, but before that, let’s check the matches scheduled for the day.
WPL 2024: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Women
Gujarat Giants will play against Delhi Capitals Women in the 10th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. After losing their first three matches of the WPL season, the Giants are struggling at the bottom of the points table. Meanwhile, the Capitals have registered a comprehensive win against the Royal Challengers in their home den, to put the entire WPL field on notice.
PSL 2024: Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans
Shan Masood-led Karachi Kings will take on Mohammad Rizwan’s Multan Sultans in Match 19 of the PSL 2024. The match is scheduled to be played at the National Stadium in Karachi from 7:30 p.m. IST. Notably, both the teams are coming off contrasting results. While the Multan Sultans won by 60 runs against the Lahore Qalandars, the Karachi Kings are coming off after registering back-to-back defeats.
Major cricket events that happened on March 2
Nat Sciver-Brunt and Amelia Kerr help MI secure 7-wicket win over RCB
On Saturday, March 2, Mumbai Indians defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore by seven wickets in their Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Stand-in captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and Amelia Kerr were the chief contributors for MI in their third victory in four WPL matches, putting them in the top spot in league standings.
Pat Cummins to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024
World Cup winning captain Pat Cummins is all set to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024. The Aussie pacer, who was acquired at the IPL 2024 mini auction for INR 20.5 Crore will replace Aiden Markram, who led the side in the last two seasons without any significant success. However, the franchise is yet to make an official announcement.
Ishan Kishan denied BCCI’s offer to play England Test series: Reports
Recent reports reveal, Ishan Kishan had denied BCCI's offer to play in the ongoing England Test series. "The team management had got in touch with Kishan during the ongoing Test series against England, but Kishan said he was not ready yet," the media house quoted. The Jharkhand cricketer is yet to make himself available for selection.
Relieve me of my political duties: Gautam Gambhir writes to JP Nadda
Gautam Gambhir on Saturday, March 2 took to social media to confirm his withdrawal from politics in order to focus on his “upcoming cricket commitments.” “I have requested Hon’ble Party President @JPNadda ji to relieve me of my political duties so that I can focus on my upcoming commitments,” Gautam Gambhir captioned a post.
Rajat Patidar to be retained for Dharamsala Test versus England: Reports
With India and England Test series moving towards the final Test in Dharamsala, reports reveal that the Rohit Sharma-led side are set to retain middle order batter Rajat Patidar. “The team wants Patidar to get one more chance as they feel Patidar has talent and it’s a matter of time before he gets runs,” a source close to BCCI told the Indian Express.
James Franklin replaces Dale Steyn as bowling coach of SRH in IPL 2024
The former New Zealand all-rounder James Franklin has replaced Dale Steyn as the new bowling coach of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the IPL 2024 season. It has been reported that the South African great, Dale Steyn, who was in the bowling coach role with the SRH since 2022, has pulled out from the upcoming IPL season due to personal reasons.
Lance Klusener joins LSG as Assistant Coach ahead of IPL 2024
With the IPL 2024 just days away from start, LSG have signed in former South Africa cricketer Lance Klusener as their Assistant Coach. One of the most prolific all-rounders of his time, Klusener will work under the leadership of Justin Langer. The Lucknow-based franchise in its official statement stated, “LSG have added South African legend Lance Klusener to their formidable roster of coaches for the IPL 2024 season.”
WATCH: Jofra Archer bowls unplayable delivery as he gears up for comeback
England pacer Jofra Archer bowled an unplayable in-swinger as he prepares to make a comeback to international cricket. Archer was playing for the Sussex XI in County Cricket’s second division. During the match, Archer delivered a lethal inswinger, leaving the batter surprised as the ball hit the batsman’s pad, leading to LBW.
