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The Citizen
18 hours ago
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- The Citizen
Graeme Smith urges Proteas to stay calm and focused in Test final
South Africa will face Australia in the World Test Championship final starting on 11 June. The Proteas have kicked off preparations in England ahead of their World Test Championship final next week against Australia. Picture: Matthew Lewis-ICC/ICC via Getty Images Playing at an iconic venue as they take centre stage of the global Test cricket arena, former Proteas captain Graeme Smith has urged the national team to not be too taken by the momentous occasion. South Africa will face perennial rivals Australia at Lord's, in London, in the World Test Championship final starting on 11 June. Though the ICC Test Championship did not exist when Smith was playing, he collected the mace in 2013 as captain of the top-ranked Test team in the world at the end of that season. This after the Proteas beat both England and Australia in series away from home (including a victory at Lord's). And Smith offered some advice to the current squad ahead of their attempt to clinch the world title, stating the importance of shaking off the butterflies in order to focus on the task at hand. 'Lord's is one of the most incredible places to go in your career. It comes with a lot of tradition and it's one of those grounds you arrive at for training and it's got an atmosphere even without people in it,' Smith said at an SAB send-off function for the Proteas team in Johannesburg on Friday. 'Often you want to get some of those things out the way and get used to the environment, so when you get to game day it's all about playing the moments in front of you, being able to perform your skills and having that mental ability to compete as hard as you can.' Graeme Smith at the SAB send-off function for the Proteas held in Johannesburg on Friday. Picture: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images 'Make the most of the opportunity' However, though the national squad needed to concentrate on every session of what could be a gruelling match, Smith felt it was also important for the players to soak in the moment when they stepped onto the park. 'When you're playing good teams on big occasions in Test matches, it's about session after session having 11 players who are prepared to front up and give it everything they've got because Test cricket is the ultimate test of your cricketing ability,' Smith said. 'But it's also about taking the occasion. I think this team has earned the right to be there, and they must go and make the most of the opportunity.'
The Independent
24-05-2025
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- The Independent
Pakistan vs Bangladesh LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Bangladesh in Pakistan 2025
Follow live coverage of Pakistan vs Bangladesh from the Bangladesh in Pakistan 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament. Follow all the latest live coverage of today's match in the live blog below: Pakistan vs Bangladesh Follow live coverage of Pakistan vs Bangladesh from the Bangladesh in Pakistan 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament.
News18
23-05-2025
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- News18
Gautam Gambhir Reveals India's New Test Captain For England Tour Would Be...
Last Updated: Gautam Gambhir discussed the new Test captain, emphasising a forward-looking approach and considering someone who can lead the side in all Tests in England and beyond. Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir, speaking exclusively to CNN-News18 in an interview, revealed that the new captain of the Test side will be someone who can consistently lead India through the tour of England as well as over the next two years of the ICC Test Championship. Speaking to Anand Narasimhan, Gautam Gambhir provided insights into India's leadership plans, emphasising a forward-looking approach. With #RohitSharma and #ViratKohli stepping away from Test cricket, Team India is facing a massive leadership void. As a tough England tour looms, the big question is—who takes charge now? @AnchorAnandN @toyasingh — News18 (@CNNnews18) May 23, 2025 While acknowledging the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the upcoming series, Gambhir viewed this as an opportunity for younger players to step up, especially with a challenging England tour ahead. Gambhir clarified that the decision regarding the team's captaincy would be a collective one, involving the BCCI, selectors, and the larger think tank. Although no names were confirmed, he indicated that continuity and consistency would be prioritised for the new ICC Test Championship cycle starting after the June final between Australia and South Africa. While Jasprit Bumrah's name was mentioned, Gambhir hinted at a younger player like Shubman Gill as a potential long-term option due to his leadership potential. He dismissed the idea of a single captain across all formats, citing the physical and mental toll on players who are already stretched across Tests, ODIs, T20s, and the IPL. Gambhir explained that different captains for different formats would likely be considered going forward and promised full support to whoever is appointed captain, as the responsibility for team decisions and on-field outcomes would ultimately rest with the skipper. He stressed the importance of open discussion and alignment on strategies, noting that success would be pursued through collaboration despite varying working styles. The primary goal, he emphasised, must be winning for Team India. While no definitive captain was named, Gambhir reiterated that a long-term and dependable option, available for at least two formats, would be sought, barring unexpected setbacks. First Published:
The Independent
21-05-2025
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- The Independent
England vs Zimbabwe LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Zimbabwe in England 2025
Follow live coverage of England vs Zimbabwe from the Zimbabwe in England 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament. Follow all the latest live coverage of today's match in the live blog below: England vs Zimbabwe Follow live coverage of England vs Zimbabwe from the Zimbabwe in England 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament.
The Independent
16-05-2025
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- The Independent
United Arab Emirates vs Bangladesh LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Bangladesh in United Arab Emirates 2025
Follow live coverage of United Arab Emirates vs Bangladesh from the Bangladesh in United Arab Emirates 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament. Follow all the latest live coverage of today's match in the live blog below: United Arab Emirates vs Bangladesh Follow live coverage of United Arab Emirates vs Bangladesh from the Bangladesh in United Arab Emirates 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner. The inaugural competition was won by New Zealand after a thrilling victory over India in June 2021. The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's. The shortest form of the game sees teams compete in Twenty20. The newest format has been an instant global hit with a number of hugely-lucrative competitions massively popular all over the world. Australia are reigning world champions having taken victory in the 2021 tournament. 16 May 2025 16:00
