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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
MCA appoints ex-World Cup winning coach Whatmore as cricket director
THE Malaysian Cricket Association (MCA) today appointed former World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore as its director of cricket. MCA described the 71-year-old Australian's appointment as part of its revamped coaching structure, aimed at redefining the country's presence in international cricket. 'Dav Whatmore is a highly accomplished and successful gentleman who has played many roles in various full members. As head coach of Sri Lanka, the country won the ICC (International Cricket Council) World Cup in 1996 and has since produced many positive results. 'It is expected that the appointment will result in Malaysia building a total cricket structure that will connect the dots from lateral development to being a high-performing country,' it said in a statement. As part of the strategic shift, the MCA also announced that former Pakistan international Bilal Asad would lead the national men's team as head coach. It said that Bilal will oversee his charges for several crucial tournaments over the next 18 months, including the ICC Men's T20 World Cup qualifier for the Asia and East Asia Pacific region in Oman from Oct 1-17. The tournament will feature nine teams, with the top three qualifying for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka next February. Meanwhile, MCA president Mahinda Vallipuram, in the same statement, described the refreshed coaching structure as representing their determination to transform Malaysia into a competitive force internationally.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
MCA appoints ex-World Cup winning coach Whatmore
THE Malaysian Cricket Association (MCA) today appointed former World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore as its director of cricket. MCA described the 71-year-old Australian's appointment as part of its revamped coaching structure, aimed at redefining the country's presence in international cricket. 'Dav Whatmore is a highly accomplished and successful gentleman who has played many roles in various full members. As head coach of Sri Lanka, the country won the ICC (International Cricket Council) World Cup in 1996 and has since produced many positive results. 'It is expected that the appointment will result in Malaysia building a total cricket structure that will connect the dots from lateral development to being a high-performing country,' it said in a statement. As part of the strategic shift, the MCA also announced that former Pakistan international Bilal Asad would lead the national men's team as head coach. It said that Bilal will oversee his charges for several crucial tournaments over the next 18 months, including the ICC Men's T20 World Cup qualifier for the Asia and East Asia Pacific region in Oman from Oct 1-17. The tournament will feature nine teams, with the top three qualifying for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka next February. Meanwhile, MCA president Mahinda Vallipuram, in the same statement, described the refreshed coaching structure as representing their determination to transform Malaysia into a competitive force internationally.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Glenn Maxwell retires from ODIs to focus on T20 World Cup 2026: 'Felt like I' was letting the team down'
Glenn Maxwell has retired from one-day international cricket to focus on Australia's campaign to win the T20 World Cup next year. Maxwell has made the decision to prioritise his preparation for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, the Big Bash League and his other global commitments. (More to follow…)
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
I thought Rohit, Virat would quit after England tour: Vengsarkar
Mumbai: Former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar expressed his surprise at the retirements of batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the Test cricket, stating that he had thought the duo might call it a day after the upcoming England tour, scheduled to start from June 20. Both Rohit and Kohli retired from Test cricket earlier this month while continuing their careers in ODIs. Their departure left a huge void in the Indian Test team ahead of the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle beginning with the all-important England tour. 'Both have outstanding and great cricketers, and their contribution to Indian cricket is huge. I was surprised because there is an England tour of five Test matches. I thought after the England tour, they might call it a day, but they preferred it before the England tour. Then I think it's their call,' Vengsarkar told IANS. Kohli bid adieu to his Test career with 9,230 runs in 123 matches at an impressive average of 46.85 with 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries, while Rohit drew curtains on his red-ball career with 4301 runs in 67 matches, including 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries, at an average of 40.57. In June 2024, Rohit and Kohli announced their retirement from T20Is after India beat South Africa to win the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup. Vengsarkar feels that the first two Tests of the five-match series against England will be crucial for the visiting side on the challenging tour, starting on June 20 'Both are experienced players, and they have done so well in England on every tour, so it's a big loss. Then, if you see that other players have done well for the India A team, in first-class cricket in India, they will get an opportunity to play and establish themselves in the Indian team,' he added. Rohit's retirement means that a new skipper will be in place for the Indian team when they tour England for a five-match Test series starting on June 20. Asked about who will fill the void left in the Indian Test cricket set-up with Rohit and Kohli's departure, Vengasarkar said, 'It is difficult to say who will replace them because it is up to (Ajit Agarkar) and Co. as they are selectors. They are observing FC matches (Irani Cup, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy), and I think it's all up to them (selectors).' Vengasarkar then showered praises on Shreyas Iyer for his current form. Iyer had a successful outing with the bat at the Champions Trophy 2025 in March, scoring 243 runs in five games at an average of 48.60. He carried his fine form into the IPL 2025, where he led his side (Punjab Kings) from the front as PBKS reached the playoffs for the first time in 11 years. In the process, Iyer became the first captain to lead three different franchises into the IPL playoffs (Delhi Capitals in 2020 and Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024). Iyer's runs tally in the IPL 2025 currently stands at 435, including two half-centuries. 'He is a good player, there is no question about it and he's done very well over the years, he is an experienced player,' said the veteran on being asked if Iyer's current form can help him fill the void left created after Kohli's retirement from the T20I and Test formats.
Express Tribune
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
ICC announces match officials for WTC final
New Zealand's Chris Gaffaney and England's Richard Illingworth will supervise the game. Photo: ICC The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday revealed the match officials for the much-anticipated World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 final between South Africa and Australia. The final is scheduled to take place at Lord's from June 11 to 15. New Zealand's Chris Gaffaney and England's Richard Illingworth will serve as the on-field umpires for the final. Illingworth, who has officiated in the 2021 and 2023 WTC finals, continues to be a mainstay in high-profile Test matches. He is also the reigning ICC Umpire of the Year, having won the prestigious David Shepherd Trophy for the fourth time in 2024. Gaffaney previously partnered with Illingworth in officiating last year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup final and was also part of the umpiring team during the WTC 2023 final between India and Australia. In making history, Illingworth will become the first umpire to stand on-field in all three World Test Championship finals to date. England's Richard Kettleborough, who has officiated in multiple ICC marquee event finals including the Men's Cricket World Cup and the Champions Trophy, has been appointed as the TV umpire. He previously served in this role during the WTC 2021 final between India and New Zealand. India's Nitin Menon will make his World Test Championship final debut as the fourth umpire. Menon was the TV umpire for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final in 2021. The match referee for the final will be experienced Indian official Javagal Srinath. ICC Chair Jay Shah praised the credentials of the appointed officials and expressed confidence in their performance. "We are pleased to announce an experienced team of match officials for the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord's, marking the culmination of a highly competitive two-year cycle of Test matches played around the world," Jay Shah said. "We strive to select the most qualified and deserving officials for all matches, and we are confident they will perform admirably. On behalf of the ICC, I wish them all the best and hope they enjoy this assignment," he added. It is pertinent to mention that Australia secured their spot in the WTC 2023-25 final by winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India with a 3-1 series victory in the 2024-25 season. Meanwhile, South Africa reached the final for the first time in history after a dominant 2-0 whitewash series win over Pakistan. Australia Test Squad: Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster Travelling reserve: Brendan Doggett South Africa Test Squad: Temba Bavuma (captain), Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch, Kyle Verreynne, David Bedingham, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Senuran Muthusamy, Dane Paterson.
