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According to England's spin-bowling coach Jeetan Patel, batter Ollie Pope is expected to continue participating in the second Ashes Test at Lord's despite re-injuring his shoulder during the third day's play on Friday. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/england-vs-australia-ashes-2023-2nd-test-ollie-pope-to-play-on-after-shoulder-injury/articleshow/101409540.cms

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Usman Khawaja hit a resilient unbeaten 58 as Australia tightened their grip in the second Ashes Test, stretching their lead to 221 against England before rain forced early stumps on Day 3 at Lord's on Friday. After England's batting collapse in the morning session gave Australia a 91-run lead, Khawaja led the visitors' in the second innings, finishing the day at 130 for 2. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/2nd-ashes-test-australia-extend-lead-to-221-before-rain-cuts-short-day-3/articleshow/101402669.cms

Legendary Australian cricketer Ian Healy expressed his concerns over some of his country's top bowlers conceding six runs per over against England during the second Ashes Test at Lord's. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/ashes-ian-healy-worried-by-some-australian-bowlers-conceding-almost-six-runs-per-over/articleshow/101386899.cms

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Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon experienced a concerning injury during the second day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's. Lyon suffered a calf problem while fielding a shot from England's Ben Duckett, causing him to hold his calf muscle in apparent pain. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/australias-nathan-lyon-suffers-calf-injury-in-ashes-blow/articleshow/101373995.cms

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According to a report in British newspaper 'Telegraph', England's limited over captain Jos Buttler is set to be offered a lucrative multi-year contract by Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-jos-buttler-set-to-be-offered-lucrative-multi-year-contract-by-rajasthan-royals/articleshow/101358549.cms

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Josh Tongue praised Jonny Bairstow's actions as he hailed him a "hero" for safeguarding the Lord's pitch during the second Ashes Test on Wednesday. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/ashes-josh-tongue-hails-hero-bairstow-for-saving-lords-pitch-from-protesters/articleshow/101352945.cms

Steve Smith played a brilliant unbeaten innings of 85, leading Australia to a formidable total of 339-5 against England on the first day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's in London on Wednesday. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/2nd-ashes-test-steve-smith-remains-unbeaten-on-85-as-australia-reach-339/5-at-stumps-on-day-1/articleshow/101347877.cms

According to British media reports, the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has informed an independent Cricket Discipline Commission (CDC) panel that Yorkshire should be imposed a fine of £500,000 ($636,600) and face point deductions due to their mishandling of racism allegations raised by former player Azeem Rafiq. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/racism-case-yorkshire-county-cricket-club-faces-500000-pounds-fine/articleshow/101329524.cms

Zimbabwe and former champions Sri Lanka find themselves in a favorable position to secure the last two qualifying berths for this year's ODI World Cup, while the West Indies, who have won the trophy twice, stare at the possible embarrassment of missing the tournament for the first time. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/icc-world-cup-2023-qualifiers-west-indies-in-danger-of-missing-first-odi-world-cup/articleshow/101326039.cms

Just like India’s 2011 World Cup-wining team had dedicated the title win at home to Sachin Tendulkar, former India opener Virender Sehwag, at an event here to unveil the World Cup schedule, said he wants Rohit Sharma’s men to win the Cup for Virat Kohli this time around. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/india-will-look-to-win-it-for-virat-kohli-virender-sehwag/articleshow/101326152.cms

Unbeaten hosts Zimbabwe qualified as Group A toppers, followed by the Netherlands and the two-time champions West Indies. Sri Lanka topped Group B after winning all four matches, followed by second-placed Scotland and Oman. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/icc-world-cup-2023-qualifiers-line-up-and-fixtures-confirmed-for-super-six-stage/articleshow/101327594.cms

The picturesque grounds of Malahide, located on the outskirts of Dublin, have been chosen as the venue for all three matches, scheduled to take place from August 18 to 23. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/after-west-indies-tour-india-to-visit-ireland-for-t20i-series/articleshow/101323954.cms

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The Indian domestic season is set to commence with the Duleep Trophy, signaling the beginning of a captivating next few months. This prestigious event offers both seasoned players and emerging talents an opportunity to showcase their skills in red-ball cricket. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/duleep-trophy-chance-for-established-and-aspirants-to-underline-red-ball-credentials/articleshow/101300100.cms

Lord's will provide a fitting backdrop to this week's Ashes drama as the spiritual 'Home of Cricket' hosts the second Test between England and Australia. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/england-vs-australia-historic-lords-provides-special-stage-for-ashes-test/articleshow/101298550.cms

On Monday, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) issued an unequivocal apology to individuals who experienced discrimination within the game, following the release of a report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ecb-apologises-for-discrimination-in-english-cricket-following-icec-report/articleshow/101296144.cms

A finger injury and lack of sleep did not stop Ashleigh Gardner from starring in the one-off women's Ashes Test as she tore through England's batting line-up and claimed the best match figures for an Australian woman in their 89-run victory. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/australias-ashleigh-gardner-battled-finger-injury-in-record-breaking-ashes-blitz/articleshow/101295819.cms

A report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket reveals that over 4,000 individuals were interviewed, with 50 percent reporting instances of discrimination within the past five years. The figures were notably higher for individuals from ethnically diverse communities, indicating the existence of systemic biases. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/racism-deep-rooted-in-english-cricket-says-report/articleshow/101294870.cms

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The Lahore High Court is scheduled to review two petitions submitted by Shakil Sheikh and Gul Zada, former members of the PCB management committee. These petitions challenge the election procedure aimed at appointing Zaka Ashraf as the chairman and question the legality of the Board of Governors source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/former-committee-members-legal-actions-may-delay-pcb-chairman-election/articleshow/101272351.cms

Recognizing the intense emotions that cricketers can experience during competitive matches, former England captain Hussain acknowledged that effectively managing these emotions can often bring out the best in players. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/look-at-virat-kohli-and-the-way-he-reacts-heres-why-nasser-hussain-mentioned-the-former-india-captain/articleshow/101270710.cms

Jason Gillespie, the former Australian fast bowler, has expressed his support for the inclusion of left-arm paceman Mitchell Starc in the team's starting eleven for the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/ashes-england-vs-australia-jason-gillespie-advises-australia-to-bring-mitchell-starc-back-for-2nd-test/articleshow/101269620.cms

England were reeling at 116-5 at stumps on day four of the women's Ashes Test on Sunday chasing a target of 268, giving Australia the upper hand going into the final day of the one-off match at Trent Bridge. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/australia-inch-towards-ashes-test-win-with-england-116-5-chasing-268/articleshow/101267347.cms

Veteran fast bowler Umesh Yadav has not been dropped from the two-Test series in the West Indies, but is out due to a hamstring injury, TOI has learnt. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/umesh-yadav-injured-not-dropped-rinku-singh-likely-for-west-indies-t20is/articleshow/101266152.cms

Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga accomplished an extraordinary feat by becoming the first spinner and the second bowler overall in history to achieve three consecutive five-wicket hauls in ODIs. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/wanindu-hasaranga-becomes-first-spinner-in-odis-to-take-three-consecutive-five-wicket-hauls/articleshow/101261432.cms

On the occasion of India's celebration of the 40th anniversary of their 1983 World Cup triumph, many Indian cricketers expressed their gratitude to the heroes of the 1983 WC through their social media platforms. They acknowledged the profound inspiration these legends provided, motivating countless individuals to aspire towards representing the nation in cricket. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/1983-world-cup-indian-cricket-fraternity-celebrates-40th-anniversary-of-the-historic-triumph/articleshow/101255655.cms

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Experienced fast bowler James Anderson on Saturday expressed his determination that England would adopt a "more positive, more aggressive, more entertaining" approach as they seek to even the Ashes series at Lord's in the upcoming week. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/ashes-james-anderson-promises-more-aggression-against-australia/articleshow/101252581.cms

ndia's 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev on Sunday said that in order to prepare for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, the Rohit Sharma-led side should embrace a spirit of the collective mindset centered on unity and wholeheartedly commit to it. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/for-2023-world-cup-india-need-to-foster-collective-mindset-kapil-dev/articleshow/101251262.cms

Tammy Beaumont scored a brilliant double century for England women but Australia ended Day 3 on top of the one-off Ashes Test at the Trent Bridge in Nottingham. Beaumont scored 208, the highest ever Test score for England women. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ashes-australia-on-top-despite-record-breaking-tammy-beaumont-innings/articleshow/101250645.cms

Cheteshwar Pujara was the most notable exclusions from India's Test squad announced for the tour of West Indies source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/india-squad-for-west-indies-tour-cheteshwar-pujara-gets-support-after-test-axe/photostory/101236974.cms

Former Australian pace bowler Brett Geeves believes England's ultra-aggressive approach is likely to backfire during the Ashes, adding that the declaration on day one of the first Test at Edgbaston was a sign of "wild arrogance" on the part of Ben Stokes' side. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/ashes-it-was-wild-arrogance-on-part-of-england-to-declare-on-393-says-ex-aussie-cricketer/articleshow/101234720.cms

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar expressed his belief that Test stalwart Cheteshwar Pujara has faced unjust treatment by being dropped from the West Indies tour following India's batting struggles in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/why-has-cheteshwar-pujara-been-made-the-scapegoat-sunil-gavaskar-slams-selectors/articleshow/101233610.cms

Two hundred and eight days after hitting a record-breaking seven sixes in an over in the Vijay Hazare Trophy one-dayer, national selectors have indicated that they also trust the defensive abilities of Maharashtra top-order batter Ruturaj Gaikwad. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/prolific-ruturaj-gaikwad-gets-timely-boost-with-test-call-up/articleshow/101232186.cms

Veteran Test players Cheteshwar Pujara and Umesh Yadav have paid the price for calls for transition in India’s Test team following India’s 209-run defeat in the final of the World Test Championship at the Oval against Australia earlier this month. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-west-indies/india-squad-for-west-indies-tour-hard-calls-or-soft-targets/articleshow/101231566.cms

Tammy Beaumont scored a classy unbeaten century as England reached 218-2 at stumps on Day 2 of the one-off women's Test against Australia at Trent Bridge on Friday. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/england-strike-back-in-womens-ashes-thanks-to-tammy-beaumonts-century/articleshow/101230677.cms

Here is the complete list of the Pakistan players who will be featuring in MLC 2023. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/major-league-cricket-2023-list-of-pakistan-players-who-will-feature-in-mlc/articleshow/101212174.cms

Ponting revealed that Rob Key, the director of men's cricket for the England Cricket Board, approached him regarding the coaching opportunity. However, Ponting, who is the head coach of Indian Premier League side Delhi Capitals, turned down the offer, as he wants to spend time with his family. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/ricky-ponting-reveals-being-approached-for-england-test-coach-role-before-brendon-mccullum/articleshow/101210649.cms

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As the inaugural season of Major League Cricket (MLC) is set to kick off, six teams are prepared to embark on a thrilling journey. The participating teams, namely Los Angeles Knight Riders, MI New York, San Francisco Unicorns, Seattle Orcas, Texas Super Kings, and Washington Freedom, will contend for the prestigious championship title. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/major-league-cricket-2023-meet-the-owners-of-the-six-teams/articleshow/101207201.cms

Root, who was part of the England side that lost by two wickets in a thrilling conclusion to the opening Ashes Test in Birmingham, admitted that he wished he had adopted Ben Stokes' game-plan from the start of his own captaincy reign. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/england-vs-australia-joe-root-finds-nothing-wrong-with-aggressive-tactics-despite-englands-loss-in-1st-ashes-test/articleshow/101205624.cms

Ellyse Perry, the Australian all-rounder, fell just one run short of scoring a century on day one of the the women's Ashes Test match against England at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, as Australia finished the day at 328/7. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/womens-ashes-test-ellyse-perry-misses-century-by-one-run-but-australia-in-command/articleshow/101205253.cms

The inaugural season of the Major League Cricket begins on July 13 and will involve six teams, with 19 matches to be played at two venues. Here's a look at the coaching staff of the six teams. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/major-league-cricket-2023-meet-the-coaches-of-the-six-teams/articleshow/101188055.cms

Former England captain Geoffrey Boycott has strongly criticised the current England team, led by Ben Stokes and coached by Brendon McCullum, for getting "carried away with Bazball" and prioritising entertainment over winning. Boycott expressed concern that England's approach could reduce the Ashes series to a mere exhibition. source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ashes/england-are-in-danger-of-reducing-the-ashes-to-an-exhibition-geoffrey-boycott/articleshow/101185430.cms