Mukuhlani named ICC deputy chair

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday named Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani as its new Deputy Chairperson, making him the first Zimbabwean to hold the post. Mukuhlani will serve in the role until November 2027, taking over from Imran Khwaja, who is stepping down from the position.The appointment places Mukuhlani at the heart of…

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Asian Games chief defends ‘functional’ rooms after backlash

Organisers say they are addressing concerns over temporary accommodation ahead of Saturday’s opening ceremony NAGOYA: Accommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is “functional” and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntled teams, a chief organiser told AFP.More than 17,000 competitors and officials are expected at the continent’s biggest sporting spectacular,…

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Djokovic to return to China Open

The 24-time Grand Slam champion is set to compete in Beijing for the first time since 2015 BEIJING: Novak Djokovic will return to the China Open after an 11-year absence, the 24-times Grand Slam champion announced on Wednesday, as he looks ‌to rebuild momentum after slipping to world number 12 and suffering a shock first-round exit…

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LHC turns down Rizwan’s plea against NCCIA

Mohammad Rizwan celebrates after scoring a half-century during a Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. — AFP/File LHC CJ questions Rizwan’s need for court intervention. Rizwan and Imam faced NCCIA questioning in Lahore. NCCIA questioned Players over “dressing-room leaks”. LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday dismissed Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan’s petition challenging notices…

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