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IPL 2026: KKR Rope In NZ Great Tim Southee As Bowling Coach
Kolkata Knight Riders: Three-time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday announced the appointment of New Zealand fast bowling great Tim Southee as their new bowling coach ahead of the 2026 season.
Southee is a familiar face to the KKR setup, having represented the franchise in the IPL in 2021, 2022 and 2023 seasons. He steps into the role at KKR after his predecessor Bharat Arun joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), and will work alongside head coach Abhishek Nayar, mentor Dwayne Bravo and newly-appointed assistant coach Shane Watson.
“KKR has always felt like home to me, and it’s an honour to return in this new role. The franchise has an incredible culture, passionate fans, and a great group of players. I look forward to working closely with the bowlers and helping the team achieve success in IPL 2026,” said Southee in a statement by the franchise.
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Gautam Gambhir Interacts With Young Footballers In Kolkata
World Test Championship Final: Former cricketer and current head coach of the Indian national cricket team Gautam Gambhir interacted with young football players at ITC Sonar in Kolkata ahead of Children’s Day.
1st Test: Rishabh, Axar Return As South Africa Opt To Bat First Against India
India have welcomed back Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel into their playing eleven as South Africa won the toss and elected to bat first in the Test series opener at the Eden Gardens on Friday.
South Africa Eye First Test Series Win In India In 25 Years As Jurel, Pant Set To Feature
Star Sports Network TV: Twenty-five years since their last Test series win in India, South Africa return with renewed belief, experience, and the ambition to end one of their longest barren runs in world cricket. The reigning World Test Championship winners, led by Temba Bavuma, will begin their 2025-26 tour at Eden Gardens on Friday, aiming to become only the second visiting side since 2012 to win a series in India.
Winning A Test Series In India Would Be Next Best To Our WTC Triumph: Bavuma
The Eden Gardens Test: For Temba Bavuma, few cricketing challenges are as alluring as conquering India in their own backyard. The South African captain, who led his team to the World Test Championship (WTC) title earlier this year, believes that a series victory in India would stand just a step below that global triumph in significance.
Hashim Amla Backs South Africa’s Preparation Ahead Of India Test Opener, Praises Shubman Gill’s Leadership
Former South Africa: Former South Africa cricketer Hashim Amla believes that Temba Bavuma’s side is well-prepared for the challenge awaiting them in India, as the two-match Test series begins in Kolkata on Friday.
No Competition Between Me And Rishabh Bhai, Motive Is To Make India Win: Jurel
World Test Championship: Young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel said there is no sense of competition between him and senior gloveman Rishabh Pant, adding that their sole focus is on contributing to India’s success in Tests.
Jurel Will Certainly Play In Kolkata, Nitish Might Miss Out, Says Ryan Ten Doeschate
Gavaskar Trophy Test: India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate on Wednesday confirmed that Dhruv Jurel will feature in the playing eleven alongside Rishabh Pant for the first Test against South Africa, starting at Eden Gardens on Friday.
Labuschagne Reveals How ‘slightly Different’ Approach Led To Ashes Call-up
World Test Championship: Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne said that he took things ‘slightly differently’ this year, which helped him bring about a change in his thought process and walk out to bat with a clear mind. The 31-year-old, after suffering a few setbacks, put up top-notch performances in the domestic games, leading to his Ashes call-up.
Rishabh Pant Retires Hurt After Taking Multiple Blows Vs South Africa A
World Test Championship: Rishabh Pant caused a brief injury concern for India ahead of next week’s opening Test against South Africa in Kolkata after he was forced to retire hurt while playing for India A against South Africa A at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Pant Returns, Akash Deep Included In India’s Squad For Tests Against South Africa
World Test Championship: Wicketkeeper-batter and vice-captain Rishabh Pant has made a return to India’s squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa, starting on November 14 in Kolkata.
Rishabh Pant Set For Comeback In India’s Test Squad For Series Against South Africa
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is set to return to India’s Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against South Africa, starting on November 14 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
'Celebrating The Boy Who Dreamed': Wishes Pour In As Virat Kohli Turns 37
World Test Championship: India batting stalwart Virat Kohli turned 37 on Wednesday, and his India teammates extended heartfelt wishes to celebrate the special day of one of the most iconic cricketers of the modern era.
Doggett Eyes Ashes Call-up After Stunning Sheffield Shield Return
United Arab Emirates: South Australia paceman Brendan Doggett believes his recent wicket-laden comeback could not have come at a better time, as Australia prepares to announce its Ashes squad for the upcoming series against England.
Najmul Hossain Shanto Reinstated As Bangladesh Test Captain Until End Of WTC Cycle
BCB President Md Aminul Islam: Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue to lead Bangladesh in Test cricket until the conclusion of the ongoing 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed on Saturday.
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