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Commentary or BCCI-IPL roles: World Cup TV experts face choice
Dhaka, June 22 (UNB) - The Star Sports panel of experts for the World Cup is expected to see a shake-up with the BCCI all set to give the stars two weeks to choose between commentary assignments and their official positions with the board and IPL franchises. Even active cricketers, either for India or the IPL, have been barred from being employed as commentators by the broadcasters, reports The Indian Express.
Bowling will decide Australia-England clash, says Allan Border
Dhaka, June 22 (UNB)- Bowling will be decisive when Australia meet England at the Cricket World Cup on Tuesday and the reigning champions should consider giving spinner Nathan Lyon a runout at some point in the round-robin stage, former captain Allan Border has said, reports The Indian Express.
Zimbabwe cricket board suspended
Harare, June 21 (AP/UNB) — The Zimbabwe cricket board has been suspended by a government body that oversees sport in the country after allegations of corruption.
Malinga's milestone 50th World Cup wicket helps in big upset
Leeds, June 21 (AP/UNB) — A distinctive, slinging bowling action and tint in his shock of hair have made Lasith Malinga a recognizable fixture of Sri Lanka's squads at four Cricket World Cups.
India looks to follow England with run-fest vs Afghanistan
Southampton, June 21 (AP/UNB) — The scoreboard may need as much preparation and care as the wicket ahead of Saturday's anticipated run-fest when India seeks to follow title rival England by thumping Afghanistan at the Cricket World Cup.
Sri Lanka upsets England at Cricket World Cup
London, June 21 (AP/UNB) —Top-ranked England lost for the second time when Sri Lanka secured a stunning 20-run victory at Headingley.
Mathews guides Sri Lanka to a moderate total of 230
Dhaka, June 21 (UNB) — Sri Lanka, who lost two wickets in three runs, posted a moderate total of 230 for nine in 50 overs against England on Friday at Headingley, Leeds, in their sixth game of the ongoing ICC Men’s World Cup.
Will Smith: Durham batsman announces retirement
Dhaka, June 21 (UNB) - Durham batsman Will Smith has retired from cricket at the age of 36.
Jason Roy: England batsman eyes World Cup return against Australia
Dhaka, June 21 (UNB) - England opener Jason Roy is aiming to be fit for Tuesday's World Cup match against Australia, but says his return will be managed "game by game", reports BBC.
England chasing 233 to beat Sri Lanka in Leeds
London, June 21 (AP/UNB) — Jofra Archer moved into a share of top spot on the World Cup wicket-taking list with 3-52 as England restricted Sri Lanka to 232-9 in the group game at Headingley.