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'You drop me': Ex-cricketer says Rohit has thrown the ball into selectors' court

Mohammed Kaif believes Rohit Sharma will not retire from ODIs voluntarily. He suggests the selectors will make the final decision on his career. Sharma's recent century at Lord's indicates his continued focus on playing. Kaif also highlighted the need for clear communication from team management. The BCCI's timely statement prevented unnecessary speculation surrounding the match.

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Ireland risk ECB ire by agreeing to play five matches against Afghanistan

First ODI of series will take place in Bready on WednesdayEngland refuse to face Afghanistan due to Taliban regimeIreland’s decision to stage a full one-day international series for their men’s team against Afghanistan this summer could cost them lucrative future fixtures against England.The England and Wales Cricket Board is understood to be unhappy about the series, which starts on Wednesday, taking place as England refuse to play Afghanistan outside International Cricket Council global events because of what the ECB chair, Richard Thompson, has described as the “gender apartheid” of the Taliban regime. Continue reading...

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Stokes decoded: his concerns for Joe Root and hopes for ‘great man’ Stephen Fleming | Ali Martin

What England’s former captain did – and didn’t – say in two-hour podcast interview with his old teammates Stuart Broad and Jos ButtlerOver the course of two hours chatting to his old friends Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler on their podcast, Ben Stokes sounded at peace with his decision to retire from England duty five weeks ago. Dare we say it, refreshed and ready to go again.Beyond playing for Durham and in franchise cricket, Stokes is “definitely” retired, however, and there was not even a hint of a possible U-turn when the home Ashes rolls around next summer. Nor, given his character, was this first interview since calling it a day ever going to be one stuffed with regret. Continue reading...

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Like Rahul Dravid, Sunil Gavaskar Finds Another Star India Captain Who "Never Got The Credit He Deserved"

Indian cricket has been shaped by trailblazing captains over the years

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Mohammad Amir, now British citizen, opens up on whether he would sign up for IPL: ‘I don’t know…'

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir opens up on IPL. Here's what he said when asked about participation in the Indian tournament.

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