South Africa have officially named their squads for the upcoming white-ball series against Ireland, to be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 27. The series will include both T20I and ODI formats, with Aiden Markram taking on the role of captain for the T20I side and veteran Temba Bavuma leading the ODI team.? This series serves as a crucial opportunity for South Africa to test new talent and expand their player pool ahead of major international tournaments.

Key players rested

In a calculated move, several top players will be absent from this tour. Notable names such as Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen, Tabraiz Shamsi, Gerald Coetzee, David Miller, and Heinrich Klaasen have been rested. This decision aligns with the team’s approach to broaden their talent pool and provide exposure to emerging players as they gear up for future international tournaments.

First ODI call-up for Jason Smith

All-rounder Jason Smith, who made his T20I debut recently against the West Indies, has earned his maiden ODI call-up. Additionally, leg-spinner Nqabayomzi Peter, who missed the Caribbean to??ur due to a shoulder in??jury, returns to the squad.

Lungi Ngidi returns to bolster the bowling attack

Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi is set to make his comeback after recovering from a right calf injury suffered during the West Indies tour. However, Quinton de Kock, who has yet to announce his T20I retirement, is not part of the squad. Kwena Maphaka, who debute?d against the West Indies, has also been left out.

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Expanding the player pool for future tournaments

South Africa’s white-ball coach, Rob Walter, highlighted the importance of providing opportunities to younger players. He further emph??asized the team’s strategy of expanding their player pool in preparation for major ICC tournaments in the near future, with a particular focus on the 2027 50-over World Cup.

“We have decided to give opportunities to some of the fringe players as well as those who have impressed in recent weeks and months. This has been a deliberate move from management, in line with our goal of building a wider pool of players to choose from, as we prepare for the major ICC tournaments taking place over the next 18 months, with a long-term view on the 50-over World Cup in 2027,” said Walter, in a statement.

South Africa T20I squad against Ireland: Aiden Markram (c), Ottneil Baartman, Matthew Breetzke, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Patr?ick Kruger, Wiaan Mulder, ??Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Andile Simelane, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs and Lizaad Williams.

South Africa ODI squad against Ireland: Temba Bavuma (c), Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, B??jorn Fortuin, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Andile Phehlukwayo, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Kyle Verreynne and Lizaad Williams.

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England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), on Monday, announced their men’s T20I and ODI squads for the upcoming white-ball series against Australia. The big news is the return of skipper Jos Buttler, fully recovered from his calf injury, and pace spearhead Jofra Archer, who has managed his workload during The Hundr??ed an??????????????????????????d is now set to feature in his first ODI since March 2023.

Test players will only participate in ODI series

Several players currently involved in England’s ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka�?strong>Harry Brook, Matthew Potts, Gus Atkinson, and Jamie Smith—will be available only for the ODI series. T?his is due to the proximity of the T20I matches to the conclusion of the Test series.

Injury troubles and rest for key players

England faces injury setbacks with Mark Wood, who is recovering from a thigh injury sustained in the first Test against Sri Lanka, and Ben Stokes, who remains sidelined with a hamstring issue. Additionally, Joe Root has been given a break from the ODI squad, allowing him some rest ahead of future commit??men??ts.

Unexpected exclusions raise eyebrows

England’s decision to omit Jonny Bairstow, Moeen Ali, and Chris Jordan from the squad has caused a stir among fans and analysts alike. Their absence, however, creates opportunities for new faces, as five uncapped players�?strong>Jordan Cox, Jacob Bethell, Dan Mousley, Josh Hull, and John Turner—have been included in the T20I squad.

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Rising talents join the squad

These uncapped players have shown promise across various domestic competitions. Cox has been a standout performer in the T20 Blast and The Hundred, while Hull’s left-arm pace offers a unique dimension to the bowling attack. Turner has caught the eye with his raw pace, and both Bethell and Mousley bring a blend of all-round skills that align with England’s strategy of picking versatile cricketers in limited-overs formats.

England T20I squad for Australia:

Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Josh Hull, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Saqib Mahmood,?? Dan Mousley, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, John Turner

England ODI squad for Australia:

Jos Buttler(c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Josh Hull, Will Ja????cks, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Reece Topley, John Turner

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Australia have revealed their 15-member squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, which will take place in the UAE this October. The event was originally set to be held in Bangladesh, but political unrest in the region prompted the International Cricket Council (ICC) to shift the tournament to the UAE.

Surprising omission: No place for Jess Jonassen

In a notable exclusion, experienced left-arm spinner Jess Jonassen has been left out of the squad. Jonassen has not represented Australia in T20Is since the home series against the West Indies in 2023, and her last international appearance was the Test match against India at Wankhede. Despite this, she had an outstanding season in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2023, where she finished as Brisbane Heat’s highest wicket-taker with 24 wickets and the second overall in the tournament. Jonassen was also joint third highest wicket-taker in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024, claiming 11 wickets.

“Jess Jonassen is again unlucky to miss out, but we’ve been impressed with the way she’s bounced back, and we’ll continue to monitor her form ahead of the home summer,” said Shawn Flegler, Cricket Australia’s Head of Performance (Women’s Cricket) and National Selector, in an official statement.

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Tayla Vlaeminck returns; Heather Graham excluded from World Cup

Fast bowler Tayla Vlaeminck has been recalled to the squad after her return during the T20I leg of Australia’s Bangladesh tour. Vlaeminck had been sidelined due to a stress injury before the 2022 ODI World Cup. Additionally, all-rounder Heather Graham has been selected for the upco?ming T20I series agains?t New Zealand but will not be traveling to the UAE for the World Cup.

Leadership: Alyssa Healy to lead, Tahila McGrath as vice-captain

Alyssa Healy will continue to lead the Australian side, with all-rounder Tahlia McGrath serving as her deputy. The squad includes a mix ??of experience and youth, with star players like Ash Gardner, Ellyse Perry, and Megan Schutt among those s??elected to defend Australia’s title.

Australia squad for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024:

Alyssa H??ealy (c), Darcie Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Tayla Vlaeminck

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While the South African and West Indian cricket teams are currently locked in a tense Test series, Cricket South Africa (CSA) has already shifted its focus to the shorter for??mat. The cricket board has announced the squad for the upcoming T20I series against the West Indies, indicating a strategic planning approach to balance the red and white ball formats.

Kwena Maphaka gets maiden call-up

In a groundbreaking move that has sent ripples through the cricketing world, 17-year-old fast bowler Kwena Maphaka has earned a maiden call-up to the South African T20I squad. The young prodigy’s meteoric rise is a testament to his exceptional talent and unwavering dedication to the game.

Maphaka’s selection is a bold statement from the South African selectors, who have shown a willingness to invest in youth and build a strong foundation for the future. The teenager has impressed with his raw pace and accuracy, and his inclusion in the squad is a reward for his consistent performances at domestic level.

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Jason Smith gets a chance too

Further, the selection committee has also thrown a surprise by including uncapped Jason Smith in the squad, signaling a potential new era for South African T20 cricket. Smith’s inclusion is a testament to his impressive performances in domestic cricket and the selectors’ faith in his ability to make an immediate impact at the international level.

“We’re excited to have Jason [Smith] and Kwena [Maphaka] join the squad for this series. Jason’s recent performances have been impressive, and his ability to contribute with both bat and ball adds valuable depth to our line-up. Kwena has been identified as a player with significant potential, and this tour presents a great opportunity to include him in the Proteas environment and gain valuable international experience,” said White-ball head coach Rob Walter in a statement shared on X by Proteas? Men.

South Africa’s T20I squad for West Indies

Aiden Markram, Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger, Donovan Ferreira, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi N??gidi, Reeza Hendricks, Patrick Kruger, Kwena Maphaka, Wiaan Mulder, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith, Tristan Stub??bs, Rassie van der Dussen, Lizaad Williams

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The USA Men’s Senior National Selection Panel has unveiled the ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming white-ball tour of the Netherlands. This tour marks an important series as?? the team aims to build on thei??r recent performances and gain valuable experience.

Saurabh Netravalkar misses out

One of the significant absences in the squad is Saurabh Netravalkar, the standout performer from the T20 World Cup. Netravalkar has been granted parental leave following the birth of his first child and will not be available for this tour. Wicketkeeper-batter Andries Gous is also ??on parental leave a??nd will miss the ODI leg of the tour.

Changes from T20 World Cup unit

The selection committee has made several changes to the T20 World Cup squad. Corey Anderson, who had a lackluster performance in the World Cup, has been dropped despite a recent notable performance in the Major League Cricket (MLC). Left-arm spinner Nisarg Patel, who did not play in any World Cup matches, has also been left out, making way for wrist-spinner Yasir Mohammad. Middle-order batsman Milind Kumar has been excluded from the T20I squad due to poor form but retained for the ODI team based on his List A record. Additionally, fast-bowling all-rounder Shadley Van Schalkwyk has be??en? omitted from the T20I squad but included in the ODI lineup for the first time.

New selections

The selectors have shown faith in young talent with the inclusion of opening batsman Sai Teja Mukkamalla in the T20I squad after his consistent performances in the ODI team. Mukkamalla rose to prominence with an unbeaten century against UAE at the age of 19. In a surprising move, 17-year-old Utkarsh Srivastava has been selected for both formats, chosen over more experienced players like Sanjay Krishnamurthy and Ali Sheikh, despite Krishnamurthy’s impressive performance in the MLC.

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Fans’ expectations

Fans have high expectations for the USA team despite the absence of key players like Netravalkar. The inclusion of young talents and new faces has generated excitement and optimism. Supporters are eager to see how ??the team performs in the Netherlands and whether the fresh selections can step up to fill the void left by experienced players. The tour is set to begin on August 11, and fans will be closely watching to see how the USA fares in this important series.

USA’s ODI Squad: Monank Patel (c), Aaron Jones (vc), Smit Patel, Abhishek Paradkar, Harmeet Singh, Juanoy Drysdale, Jasdeep Singh, Milind Kumar, Nosthusha Kenjige, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangir, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Utk??arsh Srivastava, Yasir ??Mohammad.

USA’s T20I Squad: Monank Patel (c), Aaron Jones (vc), Andries Gous, Abhishek Paradkar, Harmeet Singh, Juanoy Drysdale, Jasdeep Singh, Muhammad-Ali Khan, N??itish Kumar, Nosthusha Kenjige, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangi?r, Utkarsh Srivastava, Yasir Mohammad.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled the squad for Team India’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka on Thursday. This tour marks the first series under the new head coach Gautam Gambhir, who took over following Rahul Dravid’s depa??rture after the 2024 T20 World Cup. The series will start with three T20Is i??n Pallekele on July 27, 28, and 30, followed by three ODIs in Colombo on August 2, 4, and 7.

Suryakumar Yadav named T20I captain

Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as India’s new T20I captain, taking over from Rohit Sharma, who retired from T20Is after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Suryakumar’s first challenge as captain will be the T20I series in Sri Lanka, which coincides with the start of Gambhir’s coaching tenure.

Rationale behind Suryakumar’s selection over Hardik Pandya

Despite Hardik Pandya being the vice-captain during the 2024 T20 World Cup and having extensive captaincy experience, the selection panel, headed by Ajit Agarkar, chose Suryakumar as captain due to concerns about Pandya’s fitness and workload. The decision is also seen as a step towards preparing for the next T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka in 2026.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli included in ODI squad

Rohit and Virat Kohli have been named in the ODI squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka, one of two 50-over series scheduled before the 202?5 Champions Trophy. Both players had taken a break to spend time with their families following the T20 World Cup celebration in Mumbai on July?? 4. Despite rumors they might skip the Sri Lanka tour, they will now join the 15-man squad.

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Shubman Gill appointed vice-captain for both formats

Shubman Gill has been designated as the vice-captain for both the T20I and ODI squads, reflecting his growing leadership role and consistent performances. This move aims to develop future leadership in India’s white-ball cricket.

India’s T20I squad for Sri Lanka: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Ꮪhubman Gill (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh, Riyan Parag, ??Rishabh Pant (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Pa??tel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Mohd. Siraj.

India’s ODI squad for Sri Lanka: Rohit Sh??arma (C), Ꮪhubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (WK), Rishabh Pant (WK), Shreyas Iyer, ?Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Riyan Parag, Axar Patel, Khaleel Ahmed, Harshit Rana.

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Cricket South Africa (CSA) have revealed their 15-member roster for the upcoming Women’s T20I series against India, beginning on July 5. These matches will be held at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai,? ser??ving as essential preparation for the T20 World Cup in October. This announcement comes after a recent series where India triumphed over South Africa, sweeping the ODIs and securing victory in the one-off Test.

Chloe Tryon returns from injury

A significant addition to the squad is the return of seasoned all-rounder Chloe Tryon, who has recovered from a back injury. Her return is the only change in the team, as Delmi Tucker and Nondumiso Shangase will leave the squad following the Test match. Tryon’s inclusion is anticipated to add valuable experience and skill to the team.

“She [Tryon] brings a lot of experience to the team and we can’t wait to see her back on the field. We have our last three T20I matches against India. This will give us some time to look at one or two options before we go home and start our final preparation for the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh,” said interim head coach Dillon du Preez.

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Series outlook

This three-match T20I series is a vital opportunity for South Africa to fine-tune their squad and tactics ahead of? the T20 World Cup. India, coming off a dominant series against South Africa, aims to maintain their winning streak. For South Africa, the return of Tryon brings a much-needed boost, offering both experience and versatility.

The T20I matches are set to commence at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on July 5. This series will serve as?? a critical test for both teams as they gear up for the upcoming global tournament later ??this year.

South Africa’s women squad for T20Is against India

Laura Wolvaardt? (captain), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Eliz-Mari Marx, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon

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Nitish Kumar Reddy‘s anticipated international debut has been postponed due to an injury, ruling him out of India’s T20I series against Zimbabwe. While the BCCI has not detailed the nature of Reddy’s injury, reports suggest that he is sidelined due to a hernia.

Nitish Reddy’s spectacular numbers in IPL 2024

Reddy’s call-up to the Indian squad came after a standout Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). He accumulated 303 runs with a strike rate of 142.92 and also bowled 13.1 overs, taking three wickets. Over the past year, Reddy has been monitored by the National Cricket Academy (NCA) as part of the BCCI’s development program for young talents.

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Shivam Dube joins the squad

Shivam Dube, currently part of India’s T20 World Cup 2024 squad, will replace Reddy. Although Dube’s performance in the ongoing global event has been modest, with 106 runs in six matches at a strike rate of 107.07 and no wickets, he had an excellent IPL 2024 season.

Dube, who typically bats in the middle order, was a key player for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), scoring 396 runs in 14 matches with a strike rate of 162.29, making him the second-highest run-scorer for CSK behind captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Notably, Team India are set to play five T20Is against Zimbabwe in Harare, starting on July 6. In the absence of senior players, Shubman Gill will captain the squad, which includes newcomers Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Tushar Deshpande.

India squad for T20I series in Zimbabwe (Updated)

Ꮪhubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Shar?ma, Rinku Singh, Sanju Samson (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Shivam Dube, Riyan Parag, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Tushar Deshpande

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced the Indian Women’s squad for the upcoming multi-format series against South Africa. The Proteas will travel to India to play a one-off Test and a six-match white-ball series, comprising three ODIs and three T20Is. Harmanpreet Kaur will continue to lead the Indian side, with star opener Smriti Mandhana as her deputy.

Schedule of the series

South Africa’s tour to India will commence on June 16 with the three-match ODI series. The one-off Test match is scheduled for June 28, followed by the T20I leg starting on July 5. The month-long tour will conclude on July 9.

Key inclusions and fitness concerns

Experienced batter Jemimah Rodrigues and pacer Pooja Vastrakar‘s availability is subject to their fitness. Jemimah missed the T20I series against Bangladesh due to a back injury sustained during the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy. She has since been undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Vastrakar, who participated in all five games in Bangladesh, has an unspecified injury, as per the BCCI media statement.

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Uncapped and returning players

Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Uma Chetry has been included in all three squads, replacing the injured Yastika Bhatia, who played just one T20I in Bangladesh. Top-order batter Priya Punia, who last represented India in July 2023, earned a call-up to the Test side. Medium-pacer Arundhati Reddy, with 26 T20Is under her belt,? has been called up to the Test and ODI squads.

Notable selections and omission

Legspinner Asha Sobhana, who debuted in T20Is in Bangladesh, earned her maiden ODI call-up. Dayalan Hemalatha, who made a comeback in the Bangladesh series, is set to r?eturn to ODI action after nearly two years and retained ??her place in the T20I squad.

On the other hand, Harleen Deol, who was part of the squad for the ODIs and the one-off Test against Australia in December-January, was left out due to a knee injury sustain?ed early in the WPL 20?24, which required surgery in March.

• India’s ODI squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues (subject to fitness), Richa Ghosh (wk), Uma Chetry (wk), Dayalan Hemalatha, Radha Yadav, Asha Sobhana, Shreyanka Patil, Saika Ishaque, Pooja Vastrakar (subject to fitness), Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Priya Punia
• India’s Test squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Shubha Satheesh, Jemimah Rodrigues (subject to fitness), Richa Ghosh (wk), Uma Chetry (wk), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Saika Ishaque, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Pooja Vastrakar (subject to fitness), Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Meghna Singh, Priya Punia
• India’s T20I squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc), Shafali Verma, Dayalan Hemalatha, Uma Chetry (wk), Richa Ghosh (wk), Jemimah Rodrigues (subject to fitness), Sajana Sajeevan, Deepti Sharma, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav, Amanjot Kaur, Asha Sobhana, Pooja Vastrakar (subject to fitness), Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy
• Standby: Saika Ishaque

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