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Anamul, Taijul recalled as BCB announces squad for Sri Lanka tour
Dhaka, July 16 (UNB) — Right-handed batsman Anamul Haque Bijoy and left-arm spinner Taijul Islam were included in the 14-member squad announced on Tuesday ahead of the Sri Lanka tour.
No 500 total but big hits still decide World Cup champion
London, Jul 16 (AP/UNB) — Expecting the first 500 total in limited-overs history, Cricket World Cup organizers reprinted the scorecards that are sold to fans at venues in England. The original designs only went up to 400.
Plans for Black Caps welcome home ceremony on hold in NZ
Wellington, Jul 16 (AP/UNB) — Plans for an official ceremony to welcome home the New Zealand cricket team after its dramatic World Cup final loss have been deferred because of "logistical complications."
Diverse and talented, England cricket champs come from afar
London, Jul 16 (AP/UNB) — The captain of the team was born on the outskirts of Dublin.
Sujan may take charge as interim coach, wants the job long-term
Dhaka, July 15 (UNB) — Chairman of Cricket Operation committee of Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Akram Khan, on Monday said BCB director Khaled Mahmud might be appointed as the interim coach of the national team.
ICC WC: Shakib features in team of the tournament
Dhaka, July 15 (UNB) — Bangladesh ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan featured in the ICC’s Team of the Tournament of the ICC Men’s World Cup.
Four-day Cricket: Bangladesh A team draw with Afghanistan A
Dhaka, July 15 (UNB)– Hosts Bangladesh A Team played a draw with touring Afghanistan A Team in their 2nd four-day unofficial Test on the 4th and final day at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on Monday.
Tri-nation Youth ODI: Young Tigers fly to England
Dhaka, July 15 (UNB) — Bangladesh Under-19 Cricket Team flew to England on Monday for participating in a Tri-nation Youth ODI Tournament there.
Queen sends message to World Cup finalists
London, July 15 (AP/UNB) — Buckingham Palace released a statement from Queen Elizabeth II after the final.
Stokes brings World Cup home in thrilling finish
Dhaka, July 15 (UNB) - England snuck past New Zealand in the most thrilling World Cup final ever to win their maiden ICC World Cup title at the home of cricket -- Lord’s -- on Sunday.