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India Gazette
7 hours ago
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- India Gazette
Hayden names young hitter as
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 9 (ANI): Former Australian batter Matthew Hayden named young South African star Tristan Stubbs as an 'X-Factor' for Proteas in their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia. The young generation of South African cricketers, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Marco Jansen, etc, would have to be a great support system to the veterans as the country aims to secure their first-ever world title in cricket as they take on Australia during the WTC final at Lord's from June 11 onwards. Hayden, speaking to Star Sports, named Stubbs an 'X-Factor,' comparing his style to England great Kevin Pietersen, who also happens to be Stubbs' mentor as part of the Delhi Capitals (DC) franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Hayden said, 'Someone like Tristan Stubbs, I think, can be a bit of an X-factor. Similar to the way that Kevin Peterson was in the England side against Australia, who can come out, start dominate.' 'We have seen his hitting ability through the IPLs. Not that that has a great deal of relevance, but he is a very powerful unit. A very conventional hitter of the ball. Tall, big body position and great hands that he can hit down the ground. So he can be a threat,' he added. Stubbs made his Test debut for the Proteas during the ongoing 2023-25 WTC cycle, scoring 500 runs in nine Tests and 16 innings at an average of 33.33, with two centuries and a fifty. His best score is 122. He scored his centuries against Bangladesh (away from home) and Sri Lanka (at home). The 24-year-old, who also bowls useful part-time spin and can also take up wicketkeeping gloves if needed, is coming after a solid IPL season for DC, where he exhibited his ability to bat under a variety of positions in the middle-order. In 14 matches, he scored 300 runs in 13 innings at an average of 50.00 and a strike rate of 150.75. His best score was 41*. Stubbs also has a strong first-class cricket record, having made 1,701 runs in 26 matches and 41 innings at an average of 45.97 and a strike rate of almost 60, with seven centuries and two fifties. His best score is 302*. South Africa and Australia announced their squads for the World Test Championship Final on Monday, 13 May. South Africa squad for WTC final: Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy. (ANI)
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
WTC Final: Tristan Stubbs could be South Africa's 'X-factor', feels Mathew Hayden; compares him with legendary batter
Tristan Stubbs of South Africa Photo by) Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden has identified South African cricketer Tristan Stubbs as a potential game-changer in the upcoming ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's from June 11-15, comparing his playing style to former England batsman Kevin Pietersen . Stubbs recently played at number five position for South Africa in their warm-up game against Zimbabwe at Arundel and could retain the same spot for the WTC final. He has accumulated 500 runs in nine Test matches at an average of 33.33, including two centuries and a fifty. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Someone like Tristan Stubbs, I think, can be a bit of an X-factor. Similar to the way that Kevin Peterson was in the England side against Australia, who can come out, start to dominate," Hayden told Star Sports. Virat Kohli's love for 'dhaba' food, priority for family & more | RCB bus driver shares stories South Africa, led by Temba Bavuma , qualified for their first-ever WTC final after topping the 2023-25 standings with a 69.44-point percentage. Stubbs is also being considered for the number three position, competing with Tony de Zorzi for the spot. In the Indian Premier League 2025, Stubbs represented Delhi Capitals and scored 300 runs in 14 matches, maintaining an average of 50 and a strike rate of 150.75, though he didn't score any fifties. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Concentrated Siberian Ginseng Extract 2oz Superior Ginseng Undo Quiz: Who's that IPL player? "We've seen his hitting ability through the IPLs. Not that that has a great deal of relevance, but he's a very powerful unit. A very conventional hitter of the ball. Tall, big body position, and great hands that he can hit down the ground with. So he can be a threat," Hayden added. The South African team has shown confidence in Stubbs' abilities as they prepare for their maiden WTC final appearance against Australia at the historic Lord's cricket ground.
Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
IPL 2025: Faf du Plessis, Tristan Stubbs rejoin Delhi Capitals for remainder of the season
Delhi Capitals have confirmed the availability of South Africans Faf du Plessis and middle-order batter Tristan Stubbs on Saturday for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. In a statement released by the franchise, it read, 'JSW and GMR co-owned franchise Delhi Capitals on Saturday confirmed that Vice-captain Faf du Plessis and teammate Tristan Stubbs have rejoined the team ahead of the resumption of IPL 2025.' There were also reports of Mitchell Starc missing out on the remainder of the IPL. DC have also confirmed the unavailability of Starc and South African all-rounder Donovan Ferreira. 'The franchise has also confirmed that Australian pacer Mitchell Starc and South African all-rounder Donovan Ferreira are currently unavailable. Delhi Capitals fully respects their decision, and extends its support and best wishes for their continued success,' the statement read further. On Wednesday, Delhi have signed Bangladesh medium pacer Mustafizur Rahman as a replacement for Australian top-order batter Jake Fraser-McGurk. Earlier, Starc's wife and Australia captain Alyssa Healy had recently described the situation in Dharamsala last week as 'terrifying'. 'There was a lot of anxiety around the Australian group because we didn't have a whole heap of information as to what was going on,' Healy said on the Willow Talk podcast. 'That's probably been the really interesting and probably the scariest part of this whole situation, the misinformation. Quite close to what's being fought over, but we were assured everything was fine, 'everything is OK, it's miles away, the game will go ahead and everything will be fine'.' With IPL 2025 set to resume on Saturday, Delhi Capitals will host Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday. The Indian Premier League was put on hold for a week after the conflict between India and its neighbouring country, Pakistan, escalated. Many foreign players left the country, while a few of them stayed back.
India Today
15-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
No WTC final-bound South Africans in IPL playoffs, West Indies boost for teams: Report
In a major setback for several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises, South African players selected for the World Test Championship (WTC) final will not be available for the IPL 2025 play-offs. According to news agency PTI, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has instructed franchises to release eight South African players by 26 IPL 2025 season, which is set to resume after a one-week suspension due to cross-border tensions, was initially set to conclude on 25 May. However, the final has been rescheduled to 3 June, with the play-offs starting on 29 May — just two days after the league stage BCCI had been in talks with overseas cricket boards to ensure the availability of players for the play-offs and final. However, Cricket South Africa (CSA) held firm on its stance, requiring WTC-bound players to return home by 26 May. "The South African players must return to South Africa at the latest by Monday, 26 May," the BCCI informed franchises in an official communication, according to contrast, the BCCI confirmed that West Indies players will be available for the remainder of the tournament — a boost for several teams in the business end of the South African players, including Tristan Stubbs (DC), Wiaan Mulder (SRH), Kagiso Rabada (GT), Corbin Bosch (MI), Ryan Rickelton (MI), Marco Jansen (PBKS), Lungi Ngidi (RCB), Aiden Markram (LSG), will not be available for the play-offs stages. advertisementWhile SunRisers Hyderabad are already out of play-off contention, the absence of these key players could significantly impact the hopes of Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Africa will play in the WTC final for the first time in their history, facing defending champions Australia at The Oval in London from 11 to 15 June. Their 15-man squad was announced on Wednesday, as they aim to end their long-standing global title players selected for the upcoming white-ball series from 29 May to 10 June will also be unavailable for the IPL play-offs. Jos Buttler will be available for Gujarat Titans' final three league matches but will miss the knockouts if the franchise qualifies. Rajasthan Royals will be without Jofra Archer for the remainder of the overseas players had already departed India after the IPL was temporarily halted due to escalating cross-border tensions following a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 tourists dead. The 8 May match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was called off mid-way amid the and Pakistan agreed on a ceasefire on May 10, halting the hostilities that had ensued since India destroyed nine terror camps deep inside Pakistan, killing 100 terrorists, in Operation Sindoor. The ceasefire came after India pounded 11 military sites and airbases in Pakistan after it launched a series of drone and missile attacks on border updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment!Tune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
Business Upturn
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Upturn
IPL 2025: Will DC vs PBKS match happen in Dharamsala as airport shuts amid Operation Sindoor fallout?
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 7, 2025, 15:28 IST As Delhi Capitals prepare to take on the high-flying Punjab Kings in a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash, political tensions and military escalations may force a sudden shift in venue. The scheduled match in Dharamsala on Thursday is now under serious review following airport closures across northern India, including Dharamsala, amid fallout from India's military response dubbed Operation Sindoor. The Indian Army carried out precision strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 7, triggering heightened security alerts across the border states. In response, aviation authorities ordered temporary shutdowns of 13 northern airports including Dharamsala, Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Rajkot, and others. Flights to and from these cities have been suspended until May 10, casting uncertainty over logistical support for the IPL game. Sources in the BCCI have indicated that the match is unlikely to be shifted to Mumbai, because both the teams have majorly arrived but the match of Punjab Kings against Mumbai Indians can be shifted to Mumbai but as of now PBKS vs DC remains unaffected by the current travel restrictions. An official announcement is awaited. Delhi Capitals, currently fifth with 13 points from 11 games, are desperate to keep their playoff hopes alive after a string of losses and a rain-curtailed no-result. Their batting woes continue, with the top order collapsing against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the last outing. Despite efforts from Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma, DC posted only 133 in that match. Punjab Kings, meanwhile, have been one of the most consistent sides this season. With seven wins in 11 matches, they sit just outside the top two. Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Shreyas Iyer have been the backbone of PBKS's strong batting line-up. Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal are leading the bowling attack with match-winning spells. As Operation Sindoor continues to alter the national landscape, the IPL too finds itself navigating uncharted logistical challenges. Fans of both teams now await clarity on the new venue, with Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium emerging as a potential replacement. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
