Cricket
World Cup 2023: Big Blow for Sri Lanka as Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled out of Lankan WC Squad
World Cup 2023 Big Blow for Sri Lanka as Wanindu Hasaranga out of Lankan WC Squad: Wanindu Hasaranga is likely to be ruled out of the entire World Cup, which is a huge blow for Sri Lankans. The leg spinner, who had already missed the Asia Cup because of a hamstring tear, hoped to recover before the World Cup.
Nevertheless, Hasaranga suffered another injury during training. Also, the leg spinner will need surgery after the most recent blow, which may keep him out of action for 6-8 weeks.
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As per Sports Hour report, SLC officials are yet to finalize the squad for the World Cup. The deadline given by ICC to finalize the 15-member squad is September 28. The Lankan are set to leave for the World Cup on September 27. SLC still has four days to finalize the replacement for Hasaranga.
Apart from Hasaranga, fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera is also likely to be out of the World Cup. The right-hand pacer who missed the World Cup and Asia Cup Qualifiers is still recovering from injury.
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Hasaranga’s absence from the World Cup has put Sri Lanka in a difficult situation. Leg spinners are great for lower-order batters when you have the ball in your hand. While Sri Lanka did not name a replacement for the all-rounder in the Asia Cup, the SLC officials have to name one in the World Cup.
Squad:
Dasun Shanaka (Captain), Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Pramod Madushan, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Kumara
As for now, the SLC selectors are pondering over adding two standby players, Dushan Hemantha, the right-arm leg spinner, and bowling all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne for the World Cup.
IPL
IPL 2025: CSK Keeps Replacement of MS Dhoni – Report
CSK Keeps Replacement of MS Dhoni: CSK legendary cricketer MS Dhoni revealed a hint over his participation in the IPL. Till, all the teams are currently finalize their list of retained and released cricketers ahead of the auction.
MS Dhoni confirmed his intention to continue playing in the IPL. However, CSK SEO Kasi Viswanathan also said that they are happy for another season’s availability.
MS Dhoni will have a meeting with CSK officials ahead of the IPL retention deadline, which is Oct 31.
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CSK is reportedly searching for a wicket keeper in the midst of the controversy surrounding Dhoni’s future.
The Indian Express said that CSK may make a big move for Rishabh Pant, who just posted a mysterious message about going to the IPL auction.
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“In case Rishabh Pant comes into the auction pool, there is a strong possibility that all of it could change with the franchise being linked as one of India wicketkeeper’s potential new destination. CSK are in for a major overhaul with an eye on the future,” the report claimed.
Since his debut season in 2016, Pant has been a member of the Delhi Capitals (formerly the Delhi Daredevils). A transfer to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has also been suggested for him.
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“I just want to enjoy whatever last few years of cricket I am able to play,” Dhoni was quoted as saying. “When you play cricket like a professional sport, it becomes difficult to enjoy it just like a game. That’s what I want to do. It’s not easy.
“The emotions keep coming, the commitments are there. I want to enjoy the game for the next few years. I have to keep myself fit for nine months, so that I can play two and a half months of IPL. You need to plan it out, but at the same time chill a bit.”
Cricket
IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Breaks Silence On IPL Future Ahead of Retention
MS Dhoni Breaks Silence On IPL Future Ahead of Retention: Legendary Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has dropped a huge hint that he will continue to play in the OPL in 2025 and beyond.
The 43-year-old MS Dhoni may have put an end to all future rumors when he mentioned maintaining his physical condition for the “next few years” of cricket play. Based on his statements, Dhoni appears to be part of CSK’s plans for the full three-year cycle following the major auction, not only for the 2025 IPL.
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“I just want to enjoy whatever last few years of cricket I am able to play,” said Dhoni in a promotional event for software brand Rigi, for whom he’s a brand ambassador, as quoted by Times of India.
“When you play cricket like a professional sport, it becomes difficult to enjoy it just like a game. That’s what I want to do. It’s not easy. The emotions keep coming, the commitments are there. I want to enjoy the game for the next few years,” said Dhoni.
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Dhoni’s next words made it even more clear that the IPL is certainly in his mind.
“I have to keep myself fit for nine months, so that I can play two and a half months of IPL. You need to plan it out, but at the same time chill a bit,” Dhoni said.
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Before the 2024 IPL, Dhoni gave Ruturaj Gaikwad the leadership of CSK. He is still undoubtedly the greatest star in the event and has won the IPL five times, so his continued success will be beneficial for the league.
Given that Dhoni has not played for Team India in over five years, CSK may keep him as an uncapped player for just Rs 4 million. This was made possible by the reintroduction of a rule that had been repealed in 2021.
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