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Int'l Cricket Council
8 hours ago
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Daniel Vettori: The silent giant who left a lasting spin on the game
Legendary left-arm spinner Daniel Vettori has been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame, joining some of the game's finest names. A career that began as a bespectacled teenager in the late 1990s stretched nearly two decades, Vettori became one of New Zealand's most respected cricketers and a central figure in the team's rise in international cricket. Finishing with more than 700 international wickets and close to 7000 international runs, Vettori's career was defined by adaptability, intelligence, and understated excellence with bat and ball. New Zealand's Spin Maestro | Daniel Vettori | ICC Hall of Fame Vettori remains one of only a handful of left-arm orthodox spinners to achieve sustained success across formats. His 362 Test wickets – the most by any New Zealander barring Sir Richard Hadlee and Tim Southee – came through accuracy, subtle variation, and reading batters rather than turn alone. Making his debut at just 18, Vettori became the youngest man to play Test cricket for New Zealand at the time. Over time, he developed into a complete package, equally effective at holding one end or attacking when needed. Among his most memorable moments was a 12-wicket haul against Australia in Auckland in 2000, in addition adding up 20 five-wicket hauls across his career in the format. He ended with 4,531 Test runs - a rare feat for a frontline bowler - with six centuries and 23 half-centuries as well to his name, further underlining his all-round value. Vettori stands one of only 10 players in Test history with over 3,000 runs and 300 wickets. Daniel Vettori's amazing one-handed catch at World Cup Daniel Vettori makes light work of a tough catch to dismiss Marlon Samuels in New Zealand's CWC15 game against West Indies. Vettori captained New Zealand in 32 Tests, 82 ODIs and 28 T20Is, taking over during a phase of rebuilding and helping nurture a generation that would go on to reach the 2015 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Final. His captaincy was marked by calm decision-making and personal consistency. At the 2011 Cricket World Cup, his last as skipper, Vettori led New Zealand to the semi-finals, where they lost to eventual runners up Sri Lanka, playing a key role both with the ball and his tactical nous. In ODIs, Vettori's 305 wickets are the most in the format by a Kiwi bowler, and was a crucial figure in the team's charge to the Cricket World Cup 2015 final, where they lost to eventual champions Australia. Following this, he called time on his international career. His white-ball economy was exemplary, finishing with an ODI economy rate of just 4.12 and a T20I rate of 5.70, both remarkable numbers in the modern era. Daniel Vettori Hat-Trick Effort Daniel Vettori Hat-Trick Effort ICC - Hall of FameDaniel VettoriNews
Int'l Cricket Council
17 hours ago
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ICC World Test Championship Final: A guide to Lord's
A unique sporting venue set to host the ICC World Test Championship Final for the first time in 2025, the history and grandeur of Lord's has to be experienced first-hand to be truly understood. With its famous pavilion and Long Room, it stands alone as a sporting venue for its heritage and tradition. Nestled in St John's Wood, a prosperous area of north west London, Lord's has hosted Test matches since 1884 and has witnessed a litany of iconic moments befitting of its affectionate nickname, 'The Home of Cricket'. The ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 will join a storied list of cricket matches to take place at Lord's when South Africa face Australia from 11 to 15 June. Lord's held its first international Test between England and Australia in 1884, though the origin of the ground itself dates back to 1814. The hallowed turf has since staged feats such as Don Bradman's famous 254 during the 1930 Ashes and Graham Gooch's 333 for England against India in 1990, still the highest individual Test score at the ground. Lord's has hosted the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Final five times, most recently the remarkable 2019 final between England and New Zealand. It has also twice been the venue for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Final, including the 2017 edition that saw England beat India in a thrilling final. Stars from South Africa and Australia will hope to join some of the game's finest players on the famous honours boards at Lord's, that sit in the pavilion to commemorate centurions and bowlers who have taken five wickets in an innings or 10 in a match. It is one of the many traditions at the famous ground, that also includes the notorious walk batters must make through the Long Room when called to the crease. The Long Room is also host to a number of portraits commemorating the great and the good of both English and international cricket, with the likes of W.G. Grace, Charlotte Edwards, Sir Ian Botham and Shane Warne all honoured. Some traditions are newer at the historic venue, with the now ceremonial ringing of the five-minute bell introduced in 2007, an honour now bestowed to figures within the sport. Those looking for an extra slice of history do not have to venture far, with Lord's home to the MCC Museum, one of the oldest sports museums in the world. Its collection includes the original Ashes urn and the first Men's and Women's Cricket World Cup trophies. Cricket is not the only sport Lord's has hosted, with real tennis and rackets still played on the same site while baseball, hockey and lacrosse have all previously taken place. It also memorably hosted archery at the London 2012 Olympics. ENDS
Int'l Cricket Council
20-03-2025
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India reveal cash reward for victorious Champions Trophy contingent
Epic montage of India's enthralling victory | Champions Trophy 2025 On March 9th, India became the only side in the Champions Trophy history to secure a third title as they beat New Zealand by four wickets. In recognition of this stellar achievement, the BCCI have announced a cash reward of INR 58 Crore for the players, coaching and support staff and members of the Men's Selection Committee. India had an unbeaten run during the tournament. The side began with six-wicket wins over Bangladesh and arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening two games at the tournament. Rohit Sharma and Sanjana Ganesan on India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph. This was followed by a clinical defence of a modest score against New Zealand in their final group game, which Rohit Sharma's side took by 44 runs. This helped the team top the league stage and placed them against Australia, the side which had defeated them in the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Final, in the semis. India bowled their opponents out for 264 before Virat Kohli helped ace the chase with a clinical 84. India had a rematch against New Zealand in the final and managed to get the better of Black Caps yet again. Spinners Ravindra Jadeja (1/30), Varun Chakaravarthy (2/45) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) ensured New Zealand were held to 251/7, before Rohit Sharma's attacking 76, ably supported by India's middle-order, got India home. Roger Binny, the former India international who is now the President of BCCI, lauded both the players and the supporting staff that worked behind the scenes for this achievement. Kuldeep sends Kane Williamson packing | IND v NZ | Champions Trophy 2025 'Winning back-to-back ICC titles is special and this reward recognizes Team India's dedication and excellence on the global stage,' Roger said. 'The cash award is a recognition of the hard work that everyone puts in behind the scenes. 'This was also our second ICC Trophy in 2025, following the ICC U19 Women's World Cup triumph and it highlights the strong cricketing ecosystem in place in our country.' Devajit Saikia, Honorary Secretary, BCCI, was confident that India would achieve further laurels in years to come. 'Their dominance in world cricket is a result of years of hard work and strategic execution. This victory has justified India's top ranking in white-ball cricket, and we are sure the team will continue to excel in the years to come. 'The dedication and commitment shown by the players have set a new benchmark, and we are confident that Indian cricket will keep raising the bar on the global stage.' ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 News India
