A Cambridge University study has asserted that its model bamboo bat has a bigger sweet spot contrasted with a conventional willow. As per the exploration, it would make a batsman's life simpler while managing a yorker.&nbsp;

The examination, distributed in the Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, likewise stated that its model bamboo bat was less expensive to create, more manageable, and more grounded than conventional willow edges. As per co-creator Darshil Shah, who played cricket in Thailand at youth level, bamboo bats would be "a batsman's dream".&nbsp;

“The sweet spot on a bamboo bat makes it much easier to hit a four off a yorker for starters, but it’s exciting for all kinds of strokes.”

Co-creator Ben Tinkler-Davies confirmed that light bamboo bats would make scoring runs simpler for batsmen.

“Whether you’re playing or spectating, you wouldn’t notice much of a difference. Because laminated bamboo is so strong, we’re very confident we can make a bamboo bat light enough, even for today’s fast-scoring, short forms of the game.”

The research found that while bamboo is 22% stiffer than willow, its sweet spot likewise performed 19% better. The model bat's sweet spot is found nearer to the toe, permitting it to move more energy to the ball, as per analysts.

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The research additionally brought up that willow trees need 15 years to develop and deliver cricket bats, while bamboo requires only five to six years. It is likewise accessible in wealth in China, South America, Southeast Asia, and India also. The fascinating research further guaranteed that bamboo bats could prompt more helpless nations to take to the game, attributable to the lower creation costs.

Although the overseers of the game, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) have dismissed the possibility of bamboo bats, saying that it will be illicit under the current law. In any case, the MCC added that they would look into the matter during their next laws sub-panel meeting.

MCC expressed that for bamboo bats to be acknowledged at the global level, there should be a difference in laws.

"Currently, Law 5.3.2 states that the blade of the bat must consist solely of wood, so for bamboo (which is a grass) to be considered as a realistic alternative to willow would require a Law change," said MCC in a statement.

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"Importantly, the Law would need to be altered to allow bamboo specifically, as even if it were to be recognized as a wood, this would still be illegal under the current law, which bans lamination of the blade, except in junior bats." – they added.

MCC additionally said that they need to keep an equilibrium in the challenge among bat and ball. With bamboo bats probably making batting simpler, the game may shift definitely in the batsman's favor.

MCC recognized that part of the bamboo bats and said in an explanation: "Sustainability is a relevant topic for MCC and indeed cricket, and this angle of willow alternatives should also be considered. With the researchers stating that the most suitable types of bamboo grow abundantly across China and that low-cost production could make bamboo bats a viable and ethical alternative to willow, this could provide a pertinent angle for further research and the possibility of reducing the cost of producing bats in different areas of the world."

The sport of cricket is as of now viewed as vigorously stacked for batsmen, especially in the limited-overs&nbsp;designs, with powerplays and other field limitations and the invention of wooden bats will only add up to the batsman's favor.&nbsp;

A Cambridge University study has asserted that its model bamboo bat has a bigger sweet spot contrasted with a conventional willow. As per the exploration, it would make a batsman's life simpler while managing a yorker.

A Cambridge University study has asserted that its model bamboo bat has a bigger sweet spot contrasted with a conventional willow. As per the exploration, it would make a batsman's life simpler while managing a yorker. The examination, distributed in the Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, likewise stated that its model bamboo bat was less expensive to create, more manageable, and more grounded than conventional willow edges. As per co-creator Darshil Shah, who played cricket in Thailand at youth level, bamboo bats would be "a batsman's dream". “The sweet spot on a bamboo bat makes it much easier to hit a four off a yorker for starters, but it’s exciting for all kinds of strokes.” Co-creator Ben Tinkler-Davies confirmed that light bamboo bats would make scoring runs simpler for batsmen. “Whether you’re playing or spectating, you wouldn’t notice much of a difference. Because laminated bamboo is so strong, we’re very confident we can make a bamboo bat light enough, even for today’s fast-scoring, short forms of the game.” The research found that while bamboo is 22% stiffer than willow, its sweet spot likewise performed 19% better. The model bat's sweet spot is found nearer to the toe, permitting it to move more energy to the ball, as per analysts. ALSO READ: England players unlikely to feature in rescheduled IPL, hints Ashley Giles The research additionally brought up that willow trees need 15 years to develop and deliver cricket bats, while bamboo requires only five to six years. It is likewise accessible in wealth in China, South America, Southeast Asia, and India also. The fascinating research further guaranteed that bamboo bats could prompt more helpless nations to take to the game, attributable to the lower creation costs. Although the overseers of the game, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) have dismissed the possibility of bamboo bats, saying that it will be illicit under the current law. In any case, the MCC added that they would look into the matter during their next laws sub-panel meeting. MCC expressed that for bamboo bats to be acknowledged at the global level, there should be a difference in laws. "Currently, Law 5.3.2 states that the blade of the bat must consist solely of wood, so for bamboo (which is a grass) to be considered as a realistic alternative to willow would require a Law change," said MCC in a statement. ALSO READ: ‘Consider England tour over if found positive in Mumbai’ – BCCI inform players "Importantly, the Law would need to be altered to allow bamboo specifically, as even if it were to be recognized as a wood, this would still be illegal under the current law, which bans lamination of the blade, except in junior bats." – they added. MCC additionally said that they need to keep an equilibrium in the challenge among bat and ball. With bamboo bats probably making batting simpler, the game may shift definitely in the batsman's favor. MCC recognized that part of the bamboo bats and said in an explanation: "Sustainability is a relevant topic for MCC and indeed cricket, and this angle of willow alternatives should also be considered. With the researchers stating that the most suitable types of bamboo grow abundantly across China and that low-cost production could make bamboo bats a viable and ethical alternative to willow, this could provide a pertinent angle for further research and the possibility of reducing the cost of producing bats in different areas of the world." The sport of cricket is as of now viewed as vigorously stacked for batsmen, especially in the limited-overs designs, with powerplays and other field limitations and the invention of wooden bats will only add up to the batsman's favor.

Bamboo bats could be an innovative weapon, but MCC rejects it, says it will be illegal

Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is. He tasted the most accomplishment in the ODI cricket, scoring 2338 runs and scalping175 wickets.&nbsp;

Thisara Perera smashed the six that won Sri Lanka the 2014 T20 World Cup against India in Dhaka. He likewise played a splendid knock of 22 not-out from nine balls in the 2011 World Cup against India. The innings, however, has&nbsp;been forgotten as Sri Lanka proceeded to lose the showdown.

The all-rounder's choice to resign comes in the wake of reports that Sri Lankan selectors are thinking about dropping a few senior cricketers, including Thisara Perera, from the ODI side.

A senior official enlightened Newswire that Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Suranga Lakmal, and Thisara Perera are probably not going to be considered for the impending restricted overs visits.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka are ought to play an ODI series in Bangladesh, just as ODIs and T20Is in England.&nbsp;

While Thisara Perera last played a Test match back in 2012, he was important for the limited-overs squad that as of late visited the West Indies. He additionally drove the Jaffna Stallions to triumph in the debut Lanka Premier League before the end of last year. 
 
Thisara Perera thanked the team captains he has served under during his international career, teammates, both past and present, the Executive Committee&nbsp;of Sri Lanka Cricket, Management, and the staff, for the support they extended to him during his career.

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“I take pride in the fact that I was able to represent Sri Lanka in seven cricket world cups and be a contributing member of the 2014 T20 World Cup win against India in Bangladesh. Easily the highlight of My Life,’’ Perera mentioned in his letter.

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“Thisara was a brilliant all-rounder, who has contributed immensely as a player to Sri Lanka Cricket and played a part in some of the glorious cricketing moments of the country,’ said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, whilst paying tribute to the former Captain.

Thisara Perera turned out to be the only Sri Lankan and just the 10th player to hit six sixes in an over and the 6th to do as such in domestic cricket. Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, and, most as of late, Kieron Pollard have accomplished the accomplishment in global cricket. 
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Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is.

Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket. The 32-year-old featured in six Tests, 166 ODIs, and 84 T20Is. He tasted the most accomplishment in the ODI cricket, scoring 2338 runs and scalping175 wickets. Thisara Perera smashed the six that won Sri Lanka the 2014 T20 World Cup against India in Dhaka. He likewise played a splendid knock of 22 not-out from nine balls in the 2011 World Cup against India. The innings, however, has been forgotten as Sri Lanka proceeded to lose the showdown. The all-rounder's choice to resign comes in the wake of reports that Sri Lankan selectors are thinking about dropping a few senior cricketers, including Thisara Perera, from the ODI side. A senior official enlightened Newswire that Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Suranga Lakmal, and Thisara Perera are probably not going to be considered for the impending restricted overs visits. Sri Lanka are ought to play an ODI series in Bangladesh, just as ODIs and T20Is in England. While Thisara Perera last played a Test match back in 2012, he was important for the limited-overs squad that as of late visited the West Indies. He additionally drove the Jaffna Stallions to triumph in the debut Lanka Premier League before the end of last year. Thisara Perera thanked the team captains he has served under during his international career, teammates, both past and present, the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket, Management, and the staff, for the support they extended to him during his career. ALSO READ: Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman likely to leave IPL 2021 early Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the retirement of Thisara Perera from International Cricket with immediate effect. READ: https://t.co/RhvX9MqbSQ⬇️ — Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) May 3, 2021 × “I take pride in the fact that I was able to represent Sri Lanka in seven cricket world cups and be a contributing member of the 2014 T20 World Cup win against India in Bangladesh. Easily the highlight of My Life,’’ Perera mentioned in his letter. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: No plans for Cricket Australia charter flight for IPL players: Nick Hockley “Thisara was a brilliant all-rounder, who has contributed immensely as a player to Sri Lanka Cricket and played a part in some of the glorious cricketing moments of the country,’ said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, whilst paying tribute to the former Captain. Thisara Perera turned out to be the only Sri Lankan and just the 10th player to hit six sixes in an over and the 6th to do as such in domestic cricket. Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, and, most as of late, Kieron Pollard have accomplished the accomplishment in global cricket.

Sri Lankan all-rounder Thisara Perera retires from international cricket

Sunil Gavaskar has praised the effect Ravi Shastri has had on the Indian team. He marked India's head coach as an "incredible" coach with an "unbelievable" capacity to spur adolescents in any event, when everything is on the line.&nbsp;

Team India is presently overflowing with ability in all formats of the game. India displayed their humongous bench strength when they won the test series in Australia with a diminished side where various Indian adolescents punched well over their weight.&nbsp;

Sunil Gavaskar said there could be no more excellent man than Ravi Shastri to support growing ability.

"Ravi has got the ability to give so much confidence to youngsters, it's unbelievable if Ravi Shastri believes in their ability and talent, there is no better man than Ravi Shastri to give encouragement to&nbsp;youngsters. He will scold you, tell you off but at the same time, he will tell you what you can do to get better, he will actually demonstrate to you," Sunil Gavaskar said in a recent webinar during a book launch.

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Ravi Shastri was appointed as the head coach in 2017 after Anil Kumble stepped down. Nonetheless, he has figured out how to prevail upon his faultfinders in the previous few years, and numerous specialists consider the current group as the best Indian side ever.

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Sunil Gavaskar additionally spoke about the impact of bowling trainer Bharat Arun. Throughout the most recent couple of years, Team India has seen a great deal of ability come through in the quick bowling department, something that was truly a frail space in the past.

"You have Bharat, when you talk to some of the seam bowlers who did splendidly during the second half of the Australia tour, they are all full of praise for Bharat as to how he guided them. That's what these youngsters need to do. Spend as much time as possible with Ravi Shastri and Bharat Arun. There are no better persons than these two when you are having self-doubts." Sunil Gavaskar added. 
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Sunil Gavaskar has praised the effect Ravi Shastri has had on the Indian team. He marked India's head coach as an "incredible" coach with an "unbelievable" capacity to spur adolescents in any event, when everything is on the line.

Sunil Gavaskar has praised the effect Ravi Shastri has had on the Indian team. He marked India's head coach as an "incredible" coach with an "unbelievable" capacity to spur adolescents in any event, when everything is on the line. Team India is presently overflowing with ability in all formats of the game. India displayed their humongous bench strength when they won the test series in Australia with a diminished side where various Indian adolescents punched well over their weight. Sunil Gavaskar said there could be no more excellent man than Ravi Shastri to support growing ability. "Ravi has got the ability to give so much confidence to youngsters, it's unbelievable if Ravi Shastri believes in their ability and talent, there is no better man than Ravi Shastri to give encouragement to youngsters. He will scold you, tell you off but at the same time, he will tell you what you can do to get better, he will actually demonstrate to you," Sunil Gavaskar said in a recent webinar during a book launch. ALSO READ: Didn't know how to face my teammates: Andre Russell on staircase moment after dismissal vs CSK Ravi Shastri was appointed as the head coach in 2017 after Anil Kumble stepped down. Nonetheless, he has figured out how to prevail upon his faultfinders in the previous few years, and numerous specialists consider the current group as the best Indian side ever. ALSO READ: 'Starts like a million-dollar baby but goes down rapidly': Samson's form leaves Gambhir frustrated Sunil Gavaskar additionally spoke about the impact of bowling trainer Bharat Arun. Throughout the most recent couple of years, Team India has seen a great deal of ability come through in the quick bowling department, something that was truly a frail space in the past. "You have Bharat, when you talk to some of the seam bowlers who did splendidly during the second half of the Australia tour, they are all full of praise for Bharat as to how he guided them. That's what these youngsters need to do. Spend as much time as possible with Ravi Shastri and Bharat Arun. There are no better persons than these two when you are having self-doubts." Sunil Gavaskar added.

'It's unbelievable' - Sunil Gavaskar in awe of Ravi Shastri's man-management skills

Australia's pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/peter-siddles-bowling-is-quite-similar-to-mcgraths-ricky-ponting-241379">Peter Siddle</a> on Sunday announced his retirement from international cricket. 
 
The player made an emotional announcement in front of his team-mates at the Melbourne Cricket Ground before the start of play on day four of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand, cricket.com.au reported. 
 
Siddle, who has been a vital cog in the Aussie bowling scheme of things, did not get a chance to play in the second Test against New Zealand. After announcing retirement, the player was seen exchanging hugs with his team-mates and support staff of Australia. 
 
Siddle ends his career at the 13th spot on the list of highest wicket-takers for Australia in the longest format of the game. He finishes with 221 wickets from 67 Test matches. 
 
Earlier this year, the player had starred in England to allow Australia to retain the Ashes. 
 
He had made his debut in 2008 against India at Mohali and went to dismiss Sachin Tendulkar to register his first scalp in the longest format of the game. 
 
Siddle also managed to take a Test hat-trick on his birthday during the 2010-11 Ashes. 
 
He also played 22 ODIs and two T20s <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/residents-holidaymakers-urged-to-leave-australian-region-as-fire-conditions-worsen-270824">for Australia</a>. He is currently representing the Adelaide Strikers in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL).

Australia's pacer Peter Siddle on Sunday announced his retirement from international cricket. The player made an emotional announcement in front of his team-mates at the Melbourne Cricket Ground before the start of play on day four of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand, cricket.

Australia's pacer Peter Siddle on Sunday announced his retirement from international cricket. The player made an emotional announcement in front of his team-mates at the Melbourne Cricket Ground before the start of play on day four of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand, cricket.com.au reported. Siddle, who has been a vital cog in the Aussie bowling scheme of things, did not get a chance to play in the second Test against New Zealand. After announcing retirement, the player was seen exchanging hugs with his team-mates and support staff of Australia. Siddle ends his career at the 13th spot on the list of highest wicket-takers for Australia in the longest format of the game. He finishes with 221 wickets from 67 Test matches. Earlier this year, the player had starred in England to allow Australia to retain the Ashes. He had made his debut in 2008 against India at Mohali and went to dismiss Sachin Tendulkar to register his first scalp in the longest format of the game. Siddle also managed to take a Test hat-trick on his birthday during the 2010-11 Ashes. He also played 22 ODIs and two T20s for Australia. He is currently representing the Adelaide Strikers in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL).

Australian pacer Peter Siddle announces retirement from international cricket

Zimbabwe Cricket's governing body will be reinstated as Zimbabwe's Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) has decided to reverse its decision following a court order.

The ruling has also come after the International Cricket council's (ICC) letter to Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) dated July 24, asking the body to unconditionally reinstate the ousted board.

"Accordingly, and pursuant to the said court order, the SRC hereby lifts the suspension of the directors of ZC, including that of the acting managing director (Givemore Makoni), with immediate effect," ESPN Cricinfo quoted the statement released by the SRC on Thursday.

The suspended ZC board had earlier appealed to the SRC's original order at an administrative court in the month of June this year.

The appeal was initially dismissed, but ZC had re-launched their appeal last month.

The ICC on July 18 had suspended Zimbabwe Cricket with immediate effect for failing to fulfill their obligation of ensuring that there is no government interference in its administration.

ICC's chairman Shashank Manohar had said that what happened in Zimbabwe was a 'serious breach'&nbsp;of the ICC Constitution.

"We do not take the decision to suspend a member lightly, but we must keep our sport free from political interference. What has happened in Zimbabwe is a serious breach of the ICC Constitution and we cannot allow it to continue unchecked. The ICC wants cricket to continue in Zimbabwe in accordance with the ICC Constitution," ICC had quoted Manohar as saying.

Zimbabwe Cricket's governing body will be reinstated as Zimbabwe's Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) has decided to reverse its decision following a court order.

Zimbabwe Cricket's governing body will be reinstated as Zimbabwe's Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) has decided to reverse its decision following a court order. The ruling has also come after the International Cricket council's (ICC) letter to Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) dated July 24, asking the body to unconditionally reinstate the ousted board. "Accordingly, and pursuant to the said court order, the SRC hereby lifts the suspension of the directors of ZC, including that of the acting managing director (Givemore Makoni), with immediate effect," ESPN Cricinfo quoted the statement released by the SRC on Thursday. The suspended ZC board had earlier appealed to the SRC's original order at an administrative court in the month of June this year. The appeal was initially dismissed, but ZC had re-launched their appeal last month. The ICC on July 18 had suspended Zimbabwe Cricket with immediate effect for failing to fulfill their obligation of ensuring that there is no government interference in its administration. ICC's chairman Shashank Manohar had said that what happened in Zimbabwe was a 'serious breach' of the ICC Constitution. "We do not take the decision to suspend a member lightly, but we must keep our sport free from political interference. What has happened in Zimbabwe is a serious breach of the ICC Constitution and we cannot allow it to continue unchecked. The ICC wants cricket to continue in Zimbabwe in accordance with the ICC Constitution," ICC had quoted Manohar as saying.

Zimbabwe Cricket governing body to be reinstated

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended India's Ambati Rayudu from bowling in international cricket on Monday as he&nbsp;failed&nbsp;to submit a test of his bowling action within the stipulated period of 14 days.&nbsp;

Rayudu was reported for a suspect bowling action during the first One-Day International (ODI) against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground.&nbsp;

The match officials' report, which was handed over to the Indian team management, cited concerns about the legality of Rayadu's action.&nbsp;

"The player elected not to submit to a test of his bowling action within the stipulated period of 14 days of being reported for a suspect action, and therefore he has been suspended with immediate effect...," the ICC said in a statement.&nbsp;

His suspension is in accordance with clause 4.2 of the ICC regulations,&nbsp;which deals with the legality of bowling actions.&nbsp;

As per the official statement of ICC, "The suspension will remain in place until he is tested, and can demonstrate he is able to bowl with a legal action."&nbsp;

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While&nbsp;Rayudu may be allowed to bowl in domestic cricket events played under the auspices of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).&nbsp;

The Andhra Pradesh cricketer is primarily a middle-order batsman and has a mere three wickets from the 121 ODI deliveries he has bowled in his 49-match ODI career so far.&nbsp;

He has been handed the ball on only nine occasions in the 50-over format and has never bowled in T20 Internationals.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended India's Ambati Rayudu from bowling in international cricket on Monday as he failed to submit a test of his bowling action within the stipulated period of 14 days.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended India's Ambati Rayudu from bowling in international cricket on Monday as he failed to submit a test of his bowling action within the stipulated period of 14 days. Rayudu was reported for a suspect bowling action during the first One-Day International (ODI) against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The match officials' report, which was handed over to the Indian team management, cited concerns about the legality of Rayadu's action. "The player elected not to submit to a test of his bowling action within the stipulated period of 14 days of being reported for a suspect action, and therefore he has been suspended with immediate effect...," the ICC said in a statement. His suspension is in accordance with clause 4.2 of the ICC regulations, which deals with the legality of bowling actions. As per the official statement of ICC, "The suspension will remain in place until he is tested, and can demonstrate he is able to bowl with a legal action." JUST IN: Ambati Rayudu has been suspended from bowling in international cricket. Details 👇https://t.co/n400JyZJdf pic.twitter.com/0QUfFfmnUs — ICC (@ICC) January 28, 2019 × While Rayudu may be allowed to bowl in domestic cricket events played under the auspices of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Andhra Pradesh cricketer is primarily a middle-order batsman and has a mere three wickets from the 121 ODI deliveries he has bowled in his 49-match ODI career so far. He has been handed the ball on only nine occasions in the 50-over format and has never bowled in T20 Internationals.

Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu suspended from bowling in international cricket

Steve Smith has eye on World Cup and Ashes, expects English backlash

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, bringing an end to a 14-year long career.

The 35-year-old, however, will continue to play T20 franchise cricket around the world.

The Trinidadian cricketer, who made his debut for the Windies in 2004, played 40 Tests, 164 one-day internationals (ODI) and 66 Twenty20 internationals (T20I).&nbsp;

But he made his last international appearance for the national team more than two years ago, a T20I match against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi.

Announcing his decision through a media statement, Bravo stated&nbsp; 
"Today I want to confirm to the cricket world that I have officially retired from international cricket in all formats of the game. After 14 years when I made my debut for the West Indies, I still remember that moment I received the maroon cap before walking onto the Lords Cricket Ground against England in July 2004. The enthusiasm and passion I felt then, I have kept with me throughout my career."&nbsp;

"However, I must accept that for me to preserve my longevity as a professional cricketer, I must do as others before have done, leave the international arena for the next generation of players."

"I thank the countless persons who were instrumental to my success, particularly my family and QPCC where I developed my skills at an early age," Bravo said.&nbsp;

"I thank the many loyal fans who continue to support my journey and who recognize my efforts on and off the field. I am extremely fortunate to have a career that has taken me across the globe into the most prestigious dressing rooms sharing experiences with all the recent legends of this glorious game. I will continue my professional career as a cricketer and entertainer living as a true champion," he concluded.&nbsp;

The former captain ends his career with 2,200 runs and 86 wickets in Tests; 2,968 ODI runs and 199 wickets; and 1,142 runs and 52 wickets in T20I cricket.

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, bringing an end to a 14-year long career.

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, bringing an end to a 14-year long career. The 35-year-old, however, will continue to play T20 franchise cricket around the world. The Trinidadian cricketer, who made his debut for the Windies in 2004, played 40 Tests, 164 one-day internationals (ODI) and 66 Twenty20 internationals (T20I). But he made his last international appearance for the national team more than two years ago, a T20I match against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi. Announcing his decision through a media statement, Bravo stated "Today I want to confirm to the cricket world that I have officially retired from international cricket in all formats of the game. After 14 years when I made my debut for the West Indies, I still remember that moment I received the maroon cap before walking onto the Lords Cricket Ground against England in July 2004. The enthusiasm and passion I felt then, I have kept with me throughout my career." "However, I must accept that for me to preserve my longevity as a professional cricketer, I must do as others before have done, leave the international arena for the next generation of players." "I thank the countless persons who were instrumental to my success, particularly my family and QPCC where I developed my skills at an early age," Bravo said. "I thank the many loyal fans who continue to support my journey and who recognize my efforts on and off the field. I am extremely fortunate to have a career that has taken me across the globe into the most prestigious dressing rooms sharing experiences with all the recent legends of this glorious game. I will continue my professional career as a cricketer and entertainer living as a true champion," he concluded. The former captain ends his career with 2,200 runs and 86 wickets in Tests; 2,968 ODI runs and 199 wickets; and 1,142 runs and 52 wickets in T20I cricket.

Windies' Dwayne Bravo retires from international cricket with immediate effect

The 2018 U-19 World Cup, currently underway in New Zealand, is attracting a lot of attention the world over among cricket fans. With its coverage having gone bigger and more visible, there is a lot of focus and excitement on the young players performing in the event. Every good performance is being applauded and new talents being keenly observed.

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In India&rsquo;s first game against Australia, Kamlesh Nagarkoti and Shivam Mavi, the Indian quicks, bowled with great venom and constantly clicked speeds of over 140 km/h. In a country that has been starved of decent pace bowlers, this was a sight for the tired eyes and was applauded wholeheartedly in the social media. In fact, none other than ex-Indian captain Sourav Ganguly tweeted, mentioning that these young quicks are worth keeping an eye out for.

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This just goes to show how much of an impact the U-19 World Cup has these days. There was a time when this tournament was barely noticed. And today, it has become a genuine launch pad for youngsters to be internationally recognized even before they have played any first-class cricket. So the question that needs to be asked now is whether the U-19 World Cup can now be considered as a stepping stone for young cricketers for an international call-up?

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Youngsters need to go through the rigors of first-class cricket first

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It is well known by now that the likes of Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla, to name a few, first got recognition through their exploits in the U-19 World Cup. However, it was through the grind, toil and repeated success at the first-class level that these players got the opportunity to represent the country.

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The U-19 World Cup is a good platform. It allows youngsters some great exposure of playing in different conditions of the world and of facing off against cricketers of all nationalities. The experience they gather in such a high-octane and fiercely competitive tournament can be extremely helpful in molding them for the path ahead.

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It would be unwise, however, to take them directly from the U-19 level to the international one. The path in between those two phases must be covered by every cricketer. Getting to skip it altogether, except in some extremely rare cases, might do more harm than good to the young cricketers.

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The World Cup provides an experience of a very different kind to these young lads. But they also need to hone their skills and go through the toil of first-class cricket to become a proper and complete cricketer. There is and should never be an easy way to success. Rushing those kids to the world of international cricket might hamper their progress.

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First-class cricket allows players to be disciplined, patient, and tenacious. Without developing these traits through the rigors of domestic cricket, a youngster, who has been inducted in international cricket directly, might struggle as he grows older.

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So, while we should definitely be excited for young talents emerging from the U-19 World Cup, we should also be very watchful to not go overboard with it or call for their inclusion in international cricket straightaway. After all, there is a whole sea of a difference between those two levels. And that needs to be respected.

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For now, let us savour the young talents like Prithwi Shah, Raynard van Tonder, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Shaheen Shah Afridi and, Jason Sangha, among a plethora of others featuring in the ICC U-19 World Cup. And just hope that they go on to make a name for themselves in international cricket in the years to come as better versions of themselves.

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(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

It was through the grind, toil and repeated success at the first-class level that players, such as Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla got the opportunity to represent the country.

The 2018 U-19 World Cup, currently underway in New Zealand, is attracting a lot of attention the world over among cricket fans. With its coverage having gone bigger and more visible, there is a lot of focus and excitement on the young players performing in the event. Every good performance is being applauded and new talents being keenly observed. In India’s first game against Australia, Kamlesh Nagarkoti and Shivam Mavi, the Indian quicks, bowled with great venom and constantly clicked speeds of over 140 km/h. In a country that has been starved of decent pace bowlers, this was a sight for the tired eyes and was applauded wholeheartedly in the social media. In fact, none other than ex-Indian captain Sourav Ganguly tweeted, mentioning that these young quicks are worth keeping an eye out for. This just goes to show how much of an impact the U-19 World Cup has these days. There was a time when this tournament was barely noticed. And today, it has become a genuine launch pad for youngsters to be internationally recognized even before they have played any first-class cricket. So the question that needs to be asked now is whether the U-19 World Cup can now be considered as a stepping stone for young cricketers for an international call-up? Youngsters need to go through the rigors of first-class cricket first It is well known by now that the likes of Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Kane Williamson, and Hashim Amla, to name a few, first got recognition through their exploits in the U-19 World Cup. However, it was through the grind, toil and repeated success at the first-class level that these players got the opportunity to represent the country. The U-19 World Cup is a good platform. It allows youngsters some great exposure of playing in different conditions of the world and of facing off against cricketers of all nationalities. The experience they gather in such a high-octane and fiercely competitive tournament can be extremely helpful in molding them for the path ahead. It would be unwise, however, to take them directly from the U-19 level to the international one. The path in between those two phases must be covered by every cricketer. Getting to skip it altogether, except in some extremely rare cases, might do more harm than good to the young cricketers. The World Cup provides an experience of a very different kind to these young lads. But they also need to hone their skills and go through the toil of first-class cricket to become a proper and complete cricketer. There is and should never be an easy way to success. Rushing those kids to the world of international cricket might hamper their progress. First-class cricket allows players to be disciplined, patient, and tenacious. Without developing these traits through the rigors of domestic cricket, a youngster, who has been inducted in international cricket directly, might struggle as he grows older. So, while we should definitely be excited for young talents emerging from the U-19 World Cup, we should also be very watchful to not go overboard with it or call for their inclusion in international cricket straightaway. After all, there is a whole sea of a difference between those two levels. And that needs to be respected. For now, let us savour the young talents like Prithwi Shah, Raynard van Tonder, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Shaheen Shah Afridi and, Jason Sangha, among a plethora of others featuring in the ICC U-19 World Cup. And just hope that they go on to make a name for themselves in international cricket in the years to come as better versions of themselves. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Opinion: Should U-19 World Cup be the stepping stone for cricketers aiming international level?

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