Former India captain Kapil Dev has urged the ICC to protect ODI and Test cricket amid the growing popularity of T20 cricket and the mushrooming of T20 leagues across the globe. Several top franchise leagues have mushroomed in major cricketing nations over the last few years as T20 cricket continues to gain major eyeballs.

The 1983 World Cup-winning captain believes cricket is going the football way in promoting franchise cricket over international cricket. The legendary all-rounder believes playing for the country should still be the priority for the players and the T20 leagues should not damage the reputation of traditional formats like Test and ODI.

The future of ODIs has become a topic of huge debate after England all-rounder Ben Stokes recently announced his retirement from the fifty-over format. Several former cricketers believe ODIs should either be scrapped or changes should be brought to revitalise the format.

Many also believe ICC should reduce the amount of bilateral cricket the teams are playing in order to ensure the payers can manage their workload in a better way. After Stokes, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult recently pulled out of the country's central contract to reduce the amount of international cricket he will be playing going forward.

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Meanwhile, IPL is all set to be getting a bigger window from next year while England and Australia will also have dedicated windows for The Hundred and the Big Bash League. UAE and South Africa will also launch their own T20 leagues further cramping the cricket calendar.

Amid the rising popularity of franchise cricket, Kapil questioned if the players will only play the World Cup once every four years and then continue playing franchise cricket around the globe. The former India captain wants ICC to ensure the future of Tests and ODIs is safe.

"It's going the way as football in Europe. Is this what we're going to have, the World Cup and the rest of the time playing club (T20 franchise) cricket? In a similar way, will cricketers eventually be playing mainly the IPL or the Big Bash or something like that," Kapil told the Sydney Morning Herald.

"The ICC have to put more time into that to see how they can ensure the survival of one-day cricket, test match cricket, not only club cricket," Kapil added.

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While there are concerns about the future of ODIs, ICC has assured there will be no reduction in the amount of ODI cricket in the annual calendar going forward. The ICC has already scheduled three ODI World Cups in the next nine years with the 2023 edition set to take place in India next year.

Former India captain Kapil Dev has urged the ICC to protect ODI and Test cricket amid the growing popularity of T20 cricket and the mushrooming of T20 leagues across the globe.

Former India captain Kapil Dev has urged the ICC to protect ODI and Test cricket amid the growing popularity of T20 cricket and the mushrooming of T20 leagues across the globe. Several top franchise leagues have mushroomed in major cricketing nations over the last few years as T20 cricket continues to gain major eyeballs. The 1983 World Cup-winning captain believes cricket is going the football way in promoting franchise cricket over international cricket. The legendary all-rounder believes playing for the country should still be the priority for the players and the T20 leagues should not damage the reputation of traditional formats like Test and ODI. The future of ODIs has become a topic of huge debate after England all-rounder Ben Stokes recently announced his retirement from the fifty-over format. Several former cricketers believe ODIs should either be scrapped or changes should be brought to revitalise the format. Many also believe ICC should reduce the amount of bilateral cricket the teams are playing in order to ensure the payers can manage their workload in a better way. After Stokes, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult recently pulled out of the country's central contract to reduce the amount of international cricket he will be playing going forward. Also Read: Ganguly opines on Team India's multiple captaincy changes in 2022, explains how it has been beneficial Meanwhile, IPL is all set to be getting a bigger window from next year while England and Australia will also have dedicated windows for The Hundred and the Big Bash League. UAE and South Africa will also launch their own T20 leagues further cramping the cricket calendar. Amid the rising popularity of franchise cricket, Kapil questioned if the players will only play the World Cup once every four years and then continue playing franchise cricket around the globe. The former India captain wants ICC to ensure the future of Tests and ODIs is safe. "It's going the way as football in Europe. Is this what we're going to have, the World Cup and the rest of the time playing club (T20 franchise) cricket? In a similar way, will cricketers eventually be playing mainly the IPL or the Big Bash or something like that," Kapil told the Sydney Morning Herald. "The ICC have to put more time into that to see how they can ensure the survival of one-day cricket, test match cricket, not only club cricket," Kapil added. Also Read: He did not see that coming: Dinesh Karthik recalls Rohit Sharma's low point that 'tore him to shreds' While there are concerns about the future of ODIs, ICC has assured there will be no reduction in the amount of ODI cricket in the annual calendar going forward. The ICC has already scheduled three ODI World Cups in the next nine years with the 2023 edition set to take place in India next year.

Will cricketers only play IPL or Big Bash? Kapil Dev wants ICC to protect Test and ODI cricket

Melbourne Stars pacer Haris Rauf pulled off a unique celebration after taking a wicket in his side's clash against Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League on Tuesday. Rauf, who is known for his quirky celebrations after taking a wicket, sent a message with his unique COVID-19-related celebration this time around.

As COVID-19 wreaks havoc across the globe once again, COVID-appropriate behaviour has become the new norm in the world. While social distancing is crucial, healthy habits like wearing a mask and washing hands regularly with soap are among the guidelines that have been laid out by medical experts to stay protected from the contagious virus.

Rauf sent a message to cricket fans around the world by gesturing washing his hands and wearing a mask after taking a wicket. The incident happened in the third over of the Perth Scorchers' innings when opener Kurtis Patterson was dismissed by the Pakistan pacer after getting caught behind.

Rauf gestured pouring out hand wash and washing his hands before taking out a mask from his pocket and wearing it in what was a unique way of celebrating the wicket. His teammate Beau Webster was also left amused by the celebration as he laughed and clapped while appreciating Rauf.

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After dismissing Patterson, Rauf also managed the wicket of Laurie Evans, who scored a brilliant 69 off 46 balls to help the Perth Scorchers post a strong total of 196 runs on the board. Rauf finished with figures of 2/38 in his four overs in what was a disappointing show from the Melbourne Stars bowlers.

Melbourne Stars failed to chase down the target of 197 runs and were restricted on 149/9 as they ended up losing the game by 47 runs.

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Melbourne Stars pacer Haris Rauf pulled off a unique celebration after taking a wicket in his side's clash against Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League on Tuesday.

Melbourne Stars pacer Haris Rauf pulled off a unique celebration after taking a wicket in his side's clash against Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League on Tuesday. Rauf, who is known for his quirky celebrations after taking a wicket, sent a message with his unique COVID-19-related celebration this time around. As COVID-19 wreaks havoc across the globe once again, COVID-appropriate behaviour has become the new norm in the world. While social distancing is crucial, healthy habits like wearing a mask and washing hands regularly with soap are among the guidelines that have been laid out by medical experts to stay protected from the contagious virus. Rauf sent a message to cricket fans around the world by gesturing washing his hands and wearing a mask after taking a wicket. The incident happened in the third over of the Perth Scorchers' innings when opener Kurtis Patterson was dismissed by the Pakistan pacer after getting caught behind. Rauf gestured pouring out hand wash and washing his hands before taking out a mask from his pocket and wearing it in what was a unique way of celebrating the wicket. His teammate Beau Webster was also left amused by the celebration as he laughed and clapped while appreciating Rauf. Watch video: "Cleanly" taken for Haris Rauf's first wicket of the day... @KFCAustralia | #BBL11 pic.twitter.com/hLWA0XXoth — KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 11, 2022 × Also Read: Hardik Pandya likely to be roped in as captain by Ahemdabad IPL franchise ahead of IPL 2022 - Report After dismissing Patterson, Rauf also managed the wicket of Laurie Evans, who scored a brilliant 69 off 46 balls to help the Perth Scorchers post a strong total of 196 runs on the board. Rauf finished with figures of 2/38 in his four overs in what was a disappointing show from the Melbourne Stars bowlers. Melbourne Stars failed to chase down the target of 197 runs and were restricted on 149/9 as they ended up losing the game by 47 runs.

WATCH: Melbourne Stars pacer Haris Rauf does unique celebration; washes hands, puts on mask after a wicket

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers.&nbsp;

The Sydney Sixers have won the last two Big Bash titles and their mission for a third sequential title will begin against the Melbourne Stars on December 5, falling between the Test against Afghanistan in Hobart and the first Ashes Test.&nbsp;

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Brett Lee has called for more private ownership in the Big Bash League to help it arrive at a higher level and include major overseas players. Brett Lee referred to the chance of Indian skipper Virat Kohli playing for the Sydney Sixers, saying it would work on the scope of the game in the country.&nbsp;

“You could have co-ownership and Cricket Australia could retain 51% and still control things, but with that extra funding I think you could get some really high profile stars to come out,’’ he said

“I am talking about the Virat Kohli’s. Imagine Kohli playing for the Sixers and the crowds you would get. I am really impressed with the Big Bash. They have done a great job. But to reach the next level that is what you would have to do," he added.

Cricket Australia is likewise in talks to prepare for an overseas draft for next season. Nonetheless, it stays dependent upon the pandemic in the country. Brett Lee trusts the draft will be a positive development since Australia and the BBL have acquired it to have the world's best players.&nbsp;

“The draft is a good idea and I would love to see the best of the best come to Australia. We have earned that right. You need those big overseas players. The IPL has done well with only four overseas players so you are seeing the best of the best youngsters, but I think it really helps to mix with top overseas players,’’ he said.

The entire schedule of the BBL is underway and should be announced soon. Most of the Aussie stars are probably going to be available for the total season, which will go on till February.

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers.

Brett Lee believes Australia should permit private proprietors to have a part in Big Bash League, the country's Twenty20 cricket tournament, which will be launched on a Sunday the following summer by the three-peat chasing Sydney Sixers. The Sydney Sixers have won the last two Big Bash titles and their mission for a third sequential title will begin against the Melbourne Stars on December 5, falling between the Test against Afghanistan in Hobart and the first Ashes Test. ALSO READ: Cricket: Devon Conway, Sophie Ecclestone named ICC Player of the Month for June Brett Lee has called for more private ownership in the Big Bash League to help it arrive at a higher level and include major overseas players. Brett Lee referred to the chance of Indian skipper Virat Kohli playing for the Sydney Sixers, saying it would work on the scope of the game in the country. “You could have co-ownership and Cricket Australia could retain 51% and still control things, but with that extra funding I think you could get some really high profile stars to come out,’’ he said “I am talking about the Virat Kohli’s. Imagine Kohli playing for the Sixers and the crowds you would get. I am really impressed with the Big Bash. They have done a great job. But to reach the next level that is what you would have to do," he added. Cricket Australia is likewise in talks to prepare for an overseas draft for next season. Nonetheless, it stays dependent upon the pandemic in the country. Brett Lee trusts the draft will be a positive development since Australia and the BBL have acquired it to have the world's best players. “The draft is a good idea and I would love to see the best of the best come to Australia. We have earned that right. You need those big overseas players. The IPL has done well with only four overseas players so you are seeing the best of the best youngsters, but I think it really helps to mix with top overseas players,’’ he said. The entire schedule of the BBL is underway and should be announced soon. Most of the Aussie stars are probably going to be available for the total season, which will go on till February.

Cricket: 'Imagine Virat Kohli playing': Brett Lee explains why Big Bash League needs more private ownership

Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques recently led his team Sydney Sixers to a title win in Big Bash League (BBL) and said that he was looking to do the same with Punjab Kings' KL Rahul.&nbsp;

“Just because you're the captain, it doesn't mean you run the show. I had 10 other very good players, very good leaders out there helping me,” the Punjab Kings website quoted Henriques as saying.

“And now I'll be trying to do the same for KL (Rahul), whether it be while playing or watching the game. It is about trying to make the team get better from wherever I may be,” he added.

Henriques felt that good fielding is vital for a team and could switch it in their favour.&nbsp;

“I think fielding is a huge part of the game that doesn't get the praise and the acknowledgement it deserves. A lot of the best teams I've played with have had really good fielding setups,” said Henriques.

“If you can constantly save 5-10 runs in the field whilst the other teams are probably losing a few runs on the field everytime. If you take that half catch or the odd run-out chance, you do it multiple times in a season and it will probably get you two or three extra wins through the course of a season,” explained the 34-year-old.

Punjab Kings' will open their Indian Premier League 2021 campaign with Rajashtan Royals on April 12 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

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Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques recently led his team Sydney Sixers to a title win in Big Bash League (BBL) and said that he was looking to do the same with Punjab Kings' KL Rahul.

Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques recently led his team Sydney Sixers to a title win in Big Bash League (BBL) and said that he was looking to do the same with Punjab Kings' KL Rahul. “Just because you're the captain, it doesn't mean you run the show. I had 10 other very good players, very good leaders out there helping me,” the Punjab Kings website quoted Henriques as saying. “And now I'll be trying to do the same for KL (Rahul), whether it be while playing or watching the game. It is about trying to make the team get better from wherever I may be,” he added. Henriques felt that good fielding is vital for a team and could switch it in their favour. “I think fielding is a huge part of the game that doesn't get the praise and the acknowledgement it deserves. A lot of the best teams I've played with have had really good fielding setups,” said Henriques. “If you can constantly save 5-10 runs in the field whilst the other teams are probably losing a few runs on the field everytime. If you take that half catch or the odd run-out chance, you do it multiple times in a season and it will probably get you two or three extra wins through the course of a season,” explained the 34-year-old. Punjab Kings' will open their Indian Premier League 2021 campaign with Rajashtan Royals on April 12 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. (With Agency Inputs)

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Sydney Sixers put up an enthralling performance with both bat and ball against Melbourne Renegades to pull off the "biggest victory" in the Big Bash League (BBL) history. The team secured a 145-run win over their opponents here on Sunday.

Josh Philippe led the charge with the bat, breaking his own record for the highest BBL score by a Sixers player during a scintillating knock of 95 off 57 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes.

Apart from Philippe, Jordan Silk scored unbeaten 45 runs off just 19 deliveries as Sydney Sixers racked up a total of 205 runs after being asked to bat first.

After setting a mammoth target for Melbourne Renegades, Sydney Sixers dominated their opponents with the ball as well, ending their innings in just the 11th over when they had just 60 runs on the board.

Ben Dwarshuis was the chief destroyer with the ball, finishing with career-best figures of 4/13 off 2.4 overs. Steve O`Keefe chimed in with 3/16 from 3 overs, while Carlos Brathwaite picked up 2/12.

"The biggest victory in the history of the BBL. Massive effort from the @SixersBBL #BBL10," BBL wrote on Twitter. "The BIGGEST winning margin in @BBL history!" Sydney Sixers tweeted. The Sixers now have a six-day break before returning to action when they face the Adelaide Strikers at Blundstone Arena next Sunday.&nbsp;

Sydney Sixers put up an enthralling performance with both bat and ball against Melbourne Renegades to pull off the "biggest victory" in the Big Bash League (BBL) history.

Sydney Sixers put up an enthralling performance with both bat and ball against Melbourne Renegades to pull off the "biggest victory" in the Big Bash League (BBL) history. The team secured a 145-run win over their opponents here on Sunday. Josh Philippe led the charge with the bat, breaking his own record for the highest BBL score by a Sixers player during a scintillating knock of 95 off 57 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes. Apart from Philippe, Jordan Silk scored unbeaten 45 runs off just 19 deliveries as Sydney Sixers racked up a total of 205 runs after being asked to bat first. After setting a mammoth target for Melbourne Renegades, Sydney Sixers dominated their opponents with the ball as well, ending their innings in just the 11th over when they had just 60 runs on the board. Ben Dwarshuis was the chief destroyer with the ball, finishing with career-best figures of 4/13 off 2.4 overs. Steve O`Keefe chimed in with 3/16 from 3 overs, while Carlos Brathwaite picked up 2/12. "The biggest victory in the history of the BBL. Massive effort from the @SixersBBL #BBL10," BBL wrote on Twitter. "The BIGGEST winning margin in @BBL history!" Sydney Sixers tweeted. The Sixers now have a six-day break before returning to action when they face the Adelaide Strikers at Blundstone Arena next Sunday.

Sydney Sixers thrash Melbourne Renegades to claim ''biggest victory'' in BBL history

Big Bash League (BBL) franchises are looking to rope in the Indian trio of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Yuvraj Singh. All three of Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj have retired from international cricket with the former two still participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.&nbsp;

With BBL allowing three foreign players per team, all the franchises are eyeing Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj to not only bolster their squads but also to gain massive popularity in India. However, they will have to get NOC from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) first.

According to a report in cricket.com.au, BBL is keen on adding some Indian firepower to their arsenal with Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj leading the pecking order.

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The BCCI has clearly stated that it won’t allow their players to play in foreign leagues due to the exclusivity factor in IPL and domestic competitions. However, few players like Yuvraj, Manpreet Gony, Pravin Tambe among others have participated in overseas leagues after retiring from the BCCI. They are no more allowed to take part in Indian domestic tournaments including the IPL.

Notably, all three of Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj will be free when BBL 2020-21 kicks off in December. Interestingly, in December 2016, Dhoni had said that he will see how the future goes after retirement as the quality of BBL demands a lot of physical fitness.&nbsp;

“We are quite focused on international cricket for now so I can’t really make any comment on that [BBL future]. We’ll see how the future goes. It depends on when I retire and whether I’m in a position to play international cricket. The Big Bash, the quality of cricket is high so a lot depends on the physical fitness and the will to carry on and play more cricket,” the Ranchi superstar had said. 
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Big Bash League (BBL) franchises are looking to rope in the Indian trio of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Yuvraj Singh. All three of Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj have retired from international cricket with the former two still participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.

Big Bash League (BBL) franchises are looking to rope in the Indian trio of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Yuvraj Singh. All three of Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj have retired from international cricket with the former two still participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. With BBL allowing three foreign players per team, all the franchises are eyeing Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj to not only bolster their squads but also to gain massive popularity in India. However, they will have to get NOC from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) first. According to a report in cricket.com.au, BBL is keen on adding some Indian firepower to their arsenal with Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj leading the pecking order. ALSO READ: Kapil Dev suffers heart attack, undergoes angioplasty surgery The BCCI has clearly stated that it won’t allow their players to play in foreign leagues due to the exclusivity factor in IPL and domestic competitions. However, few players like Yuvraj, Manpreet Gony, Pravin Tambe among others have participated in overseas leagues after retiring from the BCCI. They are no more allowed to take part in Indian domestic tournaments including the IPL. Notably, all three of Dhoni, Raina and Yuvraj will be free when BBL 2020-21 kicks off in December. Interestingly, in December 2016, Dhoni had said that he will see how the future goes after retirement as the quality of BBL demands a lot of physical fitness. “We are quite focused on international cricket for now so I can’t really make any comment on that [BBL future]. We’ll see how the future goes. It depends on when I retire and whether I’m in a position to play international cricket. The Big Bash, the quality of cricket is high so a lot depends on the physical fitness and the will to carry on and play more cricket,” the Ranchi superstar had said.

MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and Yuvraj Singh in Big Bash League? Australian franchises eye Indian trio

Australia's&nbsp;Mitchell Marsh, who recently made a return from injury, smashed&nbsp;eight sixes as&nbsp;Perth Scorchers posted a mammoth score to beat&nbsp;Brisbane Heat in Big Bash League.&nbsp;

Marsh, who injured his knuckles after punching through a wall, a month ago, hit 8 sixes as he scored unbeaten 93 runs off 41 balls. The innings included three fours too.&nbsp;&nbsp;Marsh's incredible knock ensured that&nbsp;Perth Scorchers pose a massive total of 213 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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BBL also congratulated Marsh in a tweet.

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Cameron Bancroft's 41 runs off 29 balls also helped Scorchers to post a massive total. A 100-run partnership between Bancroft and Marsh did not give Brisbane any chance to make a comeback in the match.&nbsp;

In the second innings, Brisbane Heat started off well after Tom Banton gave his team a decent start.&nbsp;

But despite maintaining&nbsp;a good run-rate, Brisbane Heat kept losing wickets.

Joe Burns and Ben Cutting tried to stabilize the innings but Heat's hopes died when Cutting was dismissed after getting caught by Tim David.&nbsp;

The remaining batsmen fell like ninepins and the innings ended with 179 runs for the loss of eight wickets with Tom Banton top-scoring with 55 runs. Joe Burns scored 37 runs.&nbsp;

Perth Scorchers's bowlers Jhye Richardson, Joel Paris, and Chris Jordan managed to take 2 wickets apiece and help their team defend the total.&nbsp;

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Final Scores:

Perth Scorchers: 213/3

Brisbane Heats: 179/8

Perth Scorchers are fifth in the points table with eight points, Brisbane Heat are just above Perth Scorchers with equal points, but they are ahead due to the net run rate.

Australia's Mitchell Marsh, who recently made a return from injury, smashed eight sixes as Perth Scorchers posted a mammoth score to beat Brisbane Heat in Big Bash League.

Australia's Mitchell Marsh, who recently made a return from injury, smashed eight sixes as Perth Scorchers posted a mammoth score to beat Brisbane Heat in Big Bash League. Marsh, who injured his knuckles after punching through a wall, a month ago, hit 8 sixes as he scored unbeaten 93 runs off 41 balls. The innings included three fours too. Marsh's incredible knock ensured that Perth Scorchers pose a massive total of 213 runs. Also read: Big Bash League: Sydney Thunder beat Hobart Hurricanes by four wickets BBL also congratulated Marsh in a tweet. This guy 🤩 93 from 41 balls (including eight 6️⃣s) #BBL09 pic.twitter.com/5Asw7seeWF — KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 11, 2020 × Cameron Bancroft's 41 runs off 29 balls also helped Scorchers to post a massive total. A 100-run partnership between Bancroft and Marsh did not give Brisbane any chance to make a comeback in the match. In the second innings, Brisbane Heat started off well after Tom Banton gave his team a decent start. But despite maintaining a good run-rate, Brisbane Heat kept losing wickets. Joe Burns and Ben Cutting tried to stabilize the innings but Heat's hopes died when Cutting was dismissed after getting caught by Tim David. The remaining batsmen fell like ninepins and the innings ended with 179 runs for the loss of eight wickets with Tom Banton top-scoring with 55 runs. Joe Burns scored 37 runs. Perth Scorchers's bowlers Jhye Richardson, Joel Paris, and Chris Jordan managed to take 2 wickets apiece and help their team defend the total. Mitchell Marsh was declared 'Player of the Match' for his brilliant knock Never in doubt 💪@KFCAustralia | #BBL09 pic.twitter.com/7Ej8bKTAJh — KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 11, 2020 × Final Scores: Perth Scorchers: 213/3 Brisbane Heats: 179/8 Perth Scorchers are fifth in the points table with eight points, Brisbane Heat are just above Perth Scorchers with equal points, but they are ahead due to the net run rate.

Big Bash League: Mitchell Marsh's 93 off 41 help Perth Scorchers beat Brisbane Heat

Adelaide Strikers defeated <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../big-bash-league-maxwells-mammoth-knock- helps-melbourne-star-cruise-over-renegades-273427">Melbourne Renegades</a> by 63 runs in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) here on Sunday.

Chasing a target of 173 runs, Melbourne Renegades had a very poor start as opener Marcus Harris was bowled off Travis Head's fifth delivery of the first over.

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The next batsman Sam Harper too failed to leave a mark as he was bowled by Peter Siddle in the next over. Opener Shaun Marsh was then joined by Beau Webster on the field.

Both played a fast-paced innings and helped their struggling side. Head broke their 50-run partnership as he bowled Marsh (21). Mohammad Nabi and Tom Cooper scored six and one run respectively before getting out which put Melbourne Renegade under immense pressure.

The fall of wicket did not stop as Webster, who missed his half-century by one run, was given LBW off Rashid Khan's delivery.

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Samit Patel and Daniel Christian were the next batsmen but both of them were removed by Peter Siddle in the 17th over. In the next over, Wildermuth was given LBW and Joe Mennie was run out. Hence, Melbourne Renegades were all out on 110 runs.

After opting to bat first, Adelaide Strikers got off to a flying start as they amassed 36 runs in the first three overs with Phil Salt and Jake Weatherald smashing regular boundaries.

Jack Wildermuth, who bowled the fourth over, handed Melbourne Renegades with their first breakthrough as he got hold of Salt (18). In the next over, Mohammad Nabi sent Weatherald (27) back to the pavilion.

Travis Head and Jonathan Wells then took the field but only managed to form a 24-run partnership before Head (22) was dismissed by Cameron Boyce.

It was Matthew Short and Jonathan Wells' partnership which provided Adelaide Strikers with some momentum. The duo formed an 80-run partnership before Short (41) was run out in the final over of the innings. Wells (58) went on to score a half-century but on the next ball, he was dismissed as well. After the completion of 20 over, Adelaide Strikers managed to put up a total of 173 runs.

Adelaide Strikers will now take on Brisbane Heat on January 14.

Adelaide Strikers defeated Melbourne Renegades by 63 runs in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) here on Sunday. Chasing a target of 173 runs, Melbourne Renegades had a very poor start as opener Marcus Harris was bowled off Travis Head's fifth delivery of the first over.

Adelaide Strikers defeated Melbourne Renegades by 63 runs in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) here on Sunday. Chasing a target of 173 runs, Melbourne Renegades had a very poor start as opener Marcus Harris was bowled off Travis Head's fifth delivery of the first over. Also read: Big Bash League: Mitchell Marsh's 93 off 41 help Perth Scorchers beat Brisbane Heat The next batsman Sam Harper too failed to leave a mark as he was bowled by Peter Siddle in the next over. Opener Shaun Marsh was then joined by Beau Webster on the field. Both played a fast-paced innings and helped their struggling side. Head broke their 50-run partnership as he bowled Marsh (21). Mohammad Nabi and Tom Cooper scored six and one run respectively before getting out which put Melbourne Renegade under immense pressure. The fall of wicket did not stop as Webster, who missed his half-century by one run, was given LBW off Rashid Khan's delivery. The Renegades nightmare campaign continues. But how about the return of Travis Head for the @StrikersBBL #BBL09 pic.twitter.com/7WNSsY1mPo — KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 12, 2020 × Samit Patel and Daniel Christian were the next batsmen but both of them were removed by Peter Siddle in the 17th over. In the next over, Wildermuth was given LBW and Joe Mennie was run out. Hence, Melbourne Renegades were all out on 110 runs. After opting to bat first, Adelaide Strikers got off to a flying start as they amassed 36 runs in the first three overs with Phil Salt and Jake Weatherald smashing regular boundaries. Jack Wildermuth, who bowled the fourth over, handed Melbourne Renegades with their first breakthrough as he got hold of Salt (18). In the next over, Mohammad Nabi sent Weatherald (27) back to the pavilion. Travis Head and Jonathan Wells then took the field but only managed to form a 24-run partnership before Head (22) was dismissed by Cameron Boyce. It was Matthew Short and Jonathan Wells' partnership which provided Adelaide Strikers with some momentum. The duo formed an 80-run partnership before Short (41) was run out in the final over of the innings. Wells (58) went on to score a half-century but on the next ball, he was dismissed as well. After the completion of 20 over, Adelaide Strikers managed to put up a total of 173 runs. Adelaide Strikers will now take on Brisbane Heat on January 14.

Big Bash League:Adelaide Strikers beat Melbourne Renegades by 63 runs

Nathan Coulter-Nile, who was picked this week for Australia's one-day and Twenty20 tour of India, was taken to the hospital Saturday after a bout of vertigo during a Big Bash League game.&nbsp;

The Perth Scorchers fast bowler had delivered the fifth ball of his final over late in the Twenty20 match against the Adelaide Strikers when he signalled that all was not well.&nbsp;

After consulting with Perth captain Mitchell Marsh, he bowled the sixth ball, which was hit for six, before sinking to his haunches and sitting on the ground. 
Scorchers physio Chris Quinnell said Coulter-Nile had suffered a "bad bout of vertigo".&nbsp;

"He was taken to hospital after the game as a precaution and will be monitored over the next few hours," Quinnell said on the BBL website.&nbsp;

Coulter-Nile's inclusion in Australia's squad for the India tour came after he was left out of recent home limited-overs internationals with back issues.&nbsp;

Nathan Coulter-Nile, who was picked this week for Australia's one-day and Twenty20 tour of India, was taken to the hospital Saturday after a bout of vertigo during a Big Bash League game.

Nathan Coulter-Nile, who was picked this week for Australia's one-day and Twenty20 tour of India, was taken to the hospital Saturday after a bout of vertigo during a Big Bash League game. The Perth Scorchers fast bowler had delivered the fifth ball of his final over late in the Twenty20 match against the Adelaide Strikers when he signalled that all was not well. After consulting with Perth captain Mitchell Marsh, he bowled the sixth ball, which was hit for six, before sinking to his haunches and sitting on the ground. Scorchers physio Chris Quinnell said Coulter-Nile had suffered a "bad bout of vertigo". "He was taken to hospital after the game as a precaution and will be monitored over the next few hours," Quinnell said on the BBL website. Coulter-Nile's inclusion in Australia's squad for the India tour came after he was left out of recent home limited-overs internationals with back issues.

Nathan Coulter-Nile suffers vertigo bout during BBL game

Australia batsman <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=bancroft">Cameron Bancroft</a> scored just two runs after returning from a nine-month ban while playing in a Big Bash League clash on Sunday.&nbsp;

Bancroft came in after Ashton Turner's wicket but lost his wicket to Riley Meredith after facing three balls at&nbsp;Launceston's Aurora Stadium.

His ban for <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=ball+tampering">ball-tampering</a> expired on December 29 and he was immediately rushed into the Perth Scorchers squad for their BBL clash with the Hobart Hurricanes.&nbsp;

The 26-year-old opener was suspended from international and state cricket after attempting to alter the ball in a Test against South Africa in March.&nbsp;

Then-Australian captain Steve Smith and his deputy David Warner were exiled for a year with their suspensions due to run out in late March.&nbsp;

"What a journey this has been over the last nine months," Bancroft wrote on Instagram when his ban got completed.&nbsp;

"Grateful of where I am and the person I continue to grow to be. Thank you to every person, group, team and community I have come across over the last nine months. You know who you are."&nbsp;

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Bancroft re-emerged into public life with an explosive television interview on Wednesday in which he confirmed Warner asked him to use sandpaper to rough up the ball.&nbsp;

He claimed he went along with it "to fit in" and because he "didn't know any better".&nbsp;

Australia batsman Cameron Bancroft scored just two runs after returning from a nine-month ban while playing in a Big Bash League clash on Sunday. Bancroft came in after Ashton Turner's wicket but lost his wicket to Riley Meredith after facing three balls at Launceston's Aurora Stadium.

Australia batsman Cameron Bancroft scored just two runs after returning from a nine-month ban while playing in a Big Bash League clash on Sunday. Bancroft came in after Ashton Turner's wicket but lost his wicket to Riley Meredith after facing three balls at Launceston's Aurora Stadium. His ban for ball-tampering expired on December 29 and he was immediately rushed into the Perth Scorchers squad for their BBL clash with the Hobart Hurricanes. The 26-year-old opener was suspended from international and state cricket after attempting to alter the ball in a Test against South Africa in March. Then-Australian captain Steve Smith and his deputy David Warner were exiled for a year with their suspensions due to run out in late March. "What a journey this has been over the last nine months," Bancroft wrote on Instagram when his ban got completed. "Grateful of where I am and the person I continue to grow to be. Thank you to every person, group, team and community I have come across over the last nine months. You know who you are." 10 mins until our men clash with the @HurricanesBBL 🔥 📺LIVE @SevenPerth + @FoxCricket 📲 https://t.co/w4rkE5rCBo #MADETOUGH pic.twitter.com/VfSeOHYj6h — Perth Scorchers (@ScorchersBBL) December 30, 2018 × Bancroft re-emerged into public life with an explosive television interview on Wednesday in which he confirmed Warner asked him to use sandpaper to rough up the ball. He claimed he went along with it "to fit in" and because he "didn't know any better".

Cameron Bancroft scores 2 runs for Perth Scorchers after returning from ball-tampering ban

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