Australian pacer Kane Richardson heaped praise on India batter Suryakumar Yadav after he smashed a brilliant fifty in the warm-up game between the two sides at the Gabba in Brisbane on Monday. After playing two warm-up matches against Western Australia XI, India locked horns with Aaron Finch-led Australia on Monday (October 17) to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the start of their campaign in T20 World Cup 2022.

Suryakumar continued his purple patch with the bat in the warm-up game against Finch &amp; Co. as he slammed 50 off 33 balls laced with six fours and a solitary six. Fifties from him and opener KL Rahul helped India post a strong total of 186 runs on the board in 20 overs.

While it was a brilliant batting effort from India, Australian bowlers couldn't impress much in what was a dismal performance from the hosts. Barring Richardson, Australian bowlers were taken to the cleaners by the Indian batters in the warm-up match.

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Richardson, who picked up the wickets of Suryakumar, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and R Ashwin, finished with excellent figures of 4/30 in his four overs. The Australian pacer was left in awe of Suryakumar's batting prowess and called the Indian batter the best in the world at present.

"I think it was the first time he (Suryakumar Yadav) missed the middle of the bat against us. He's one of the best batters in the world at the moment, so it was good taking him on," Richardson said after India's innings in the warm-up game.

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Richardson said he is not expecting to make the cut in Australia's playing XI when they begin their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand on October 22. However, the pacer wants to be ready if he is called upon in case of an injury.

"I'm not expecting to start, but if anything happens with form or injury, I could be in, just happy to be out in the middle today," said Richardson.

Having lost their last warm-up game against the Western Australia XI, India will be hopeful of bouncing back to winning ways by defending the total of 186 runs against Australia at the Gabba on Sunday.

Australian pacer Kane Richardson heaped praise on India batter Suryakumar Yadav after he smashed a brilliant fifty in the warm-up game between the two sides at the Gabba in Brisbane on Monday.

Australian pacer Kane Richardson heaped praise on India batter Suryakumar Yadav after he smashed a brilliant fifty in the warm-up game between the two sides at the Gabba in Brisbane on Monday. After playing two warm-up matches against Western Australia XI, India locked horns with Aaron Finch-led Australia on Monday (October 17) to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the start of their campaign in T20 World Cup 2022. Suryakumar continued his purple patch with the bat in the warm-up game against Finch & Co. as he slammed 50 off 33 balls laced with six fours and a solitary six. Fifties from him and opener KL Rahul helped India post a strong total of 186 runs on the board in 20 overs. While it was a brilliant batting effort from India, Australian bowlers couldn't impress much in what was a dismal performance from the hosts. Barring Richardson, Australian bowlers were taken to the cleaners by the Indian batters in the warm-up match. Also Read: Mitchell Starc to Trent Boult: Top contenders to finish as highest wicket-taker at T20 World Cup 2022 Richardson, who picked up the wickets of Suryakumar, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and R Ashwin, finished with excellent figures of 4/30 in his four overs. The Australian pacer was left in awe of Suryakumar's batting prowess and called the Indian batter the best in the world at present. "I think it was the first time he (Suryakumar Yadav) missed the middle of the bat against us. He's one of the best batters in the world at the moment, so it was good taking him on," Richardson said after India's innings in the warm-up game. Also Read: ICC to allow players who test positive for COVID-19 to play matches in T20 World Cup 2022 Richardson said he is not expecting to make the cut in Australia's playing XI when they begin their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand on October 22. However, the pacer wants to be ready if he is called upon in case of an injury. "I'm not expecting to start, but if anything happens with form or injury, I could be in, just happy to be out in the middle today," said Richardson. Having lost their last warm-up game against the Western Australia XI, India will be hopeful of bouncing back to winning ways by defending the total of 186 runs against Australia at the Gabba on Sunday.

Suryakumar Yadav is one of the best batters in the world at present, says Australia pacer Kane Richardson

Australia pacer Kane Richardson has said that probably leaving the Indian Premier League (IPL) season midway last year was the reason behind him and Adam Zampa going unsold in the mega auction this year.

Zampa and Richardson who were playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) last season decided to leave IPL midway during the India phase after COVID-19 cases started rising in India and there were doubts regarding whether Australia will allow any travellers or not.

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"I was definitely more shocked for him. To be brutally honest, when we left last year, in the circumstances early, I remember having a conversation with him. I said to him, look, this may come back and bite us, and at that time it wasn't a priority for us to be there. We wanted to get back to Australia," ESPNcricinfo quoted Richardson as saying.

"So I think there'd be some kind of buyers that'd be pretty wary of picking us up thinking that we wouldn't come again.

I definitely think that's a factor. I'm just speaking on what I think would be a factor in it. I don't know. I've never had a dialogue with a franchise or a person that says that's what would be the case. But I think I didn't go the year before as well with the birth of my boy," he added.

Further talking about the IPL, Richardson said: "So my reputation probably is that in the last couple of years I haven't gone so it's obviously not something that I am. I try and play as much cricket as I can. But I think the circumstances in the last couple of IPLs have made me not go. But it's not a reputation I want."

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"So that's just us brainstorming. I think that'd be a point of them being wary of us turning up, but I'm not 100 per cent sure," he added.

Richardson starred with the ball for Australia in the third T20I against Sri Lanka as the hosts gained an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.

The pacer took a three-wicket haul and he was adjudged as Player of the Match.

Australia pacer Kane Richardson has said that probably leaving the Indian Premier League (IPL) season midway last year was the reason behind him and Adam Zampa going unsold in the mega auction this year.

Australia pacer Kane Richardson has said that probably leaving the Indian Premier League (IPL) season midway last year was the reason behind him and Adam Zampa going unsold in the mega auction this year. Zampa and Richardson who were playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) last season decided to leave IPL midway during the India phase after COVID-19 cases started rising in India and there were doubts regarding whether Australia will allow any travellers or not. ALSO READ: 'Will miss playing cricket with you': David Warner shares emotional post for Kane Williamson after joining DC "I was definitely more shocked for him. To be brutally honest, when we left last year, in the circumstances early, I remember having a conversation with him. I said to him, look, this may come back and bite us, and at that time it wasn't a priority for us to be there. We wanted to get back to Australia," ESPNcricinfo quoted Richardson as saying. "So I think there'd be some kind of buyers that'd be pretty wary of picking us up thinking that we wouldn't come again. I definitely think that's a factor. I'm just speaking on what I think would be a factor in it. I don't know. I've never had a dialogue with a franchise or a person that says that's what would be the case. But I think I didn't go the year before as well with the birth of my boy," he added. Further talking about the IPL, Richardson said: "So my reputation probably is that in the last couple of years I haven't gone so it's obviously not something that I am. I try and play as much cricket as I can. But I think the circumstances in the last couple of IPLs have made me not go. But it's not a reputation I want." ALSO READ: Kolkata Knight Riders confirm Shreyas Iyer's appointment as their new captain ahead of IPL 2022 "So that's just us brainstorming. I think that'd be a point of them being wary of us turning up, but I'm not 100 per cent sure," he added. Richardson starred with the ball for Australia in the third T20I against Sri Lanka as the hosts gained an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. The pacer took a three-wicket haul and he was adjudged as Player of the Match.

Leaving IPL early last year might be a reason: Richardson on him and Zampa going unsold at IPL auction

Australia's Kane Richardson and Ashton Agar combined for a miserly bowling performance as the hosts outclassed Sri Lanka by six wickets in Tuesday's low-scoring third Twenty20 international in Canberra.

The home side now has an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.

Richardson (3-21) and Agar (1-14) helped restrict Sri Lanka to a modest 121-6 from their 20 overs. Australia chased the target with ease, reaching 124-4 with 19 balls to spare.

Glenn Maxwell rode his luck for a quick 39, aiding skipper Aaron Finch (35), who anchored the reply, in overpowering a Sri Lankan bowling attack missing leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, who tested positive for COVID-19 before the match.

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Off-spinner Maheesh Theekshana ploughed a lonely furrow for the touring side, accounting for Ben McDermott in the first ball of the innings and finishing with 3-24.

Batting first after losing the toss, Sri Lanka started sluggishly and were reduced to 51-4 at the halfway mark of their innings after Richardson claimed two early wickets.

"I wasn't at my best the other night, so it was nice to bounce back and I think that pitch, bowling first, suited my strengths," Richardson said.

All-rounder Daniel Sams completed a spectacular diving catch in the deep to give Maxwell the prized wicket of Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka`s leading run-scorer in this series, who departed for 16.

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Sams replaced Steve Smith in the side after the former captain was concussed in the previous match in a flying attempt to save a six.

Captain Dasun Shanaka (39 not out) and Dinesh Chandimal (25) were left to pick up the pieces after Sri Lanka`s top order failed, but were unable to mount an offensive and went six overs without finding the rope as their side limped to a meagre total.

"No positives today, yet again a poor start from our boys as it's been throughout the series," Shanaka said.

The series continues in Melbourne with game four on Friday.

Australia's Kane Richardson and Ashton Agar combined for a miserly bowling performance as the hosts outclassed Sri Lanka by six wickets in Tuesday's low-scoring third Twenty20 international in Canberra.

Australia's Kane Richardson and Ashton Agar combined for a miserly bowling performance as the hosts outclassed Sri Lanka by six wickets in Tuesday's low-scoring third Twenty20 international in Canberra. The home side now has an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Richardson (3-21) and Agar (1-14) helped restrict Sri Lanka to a modest 121-6 from their 20 overs. Australia chased the target with ease, reaching 124-4 with 19 balls to spare. Glenn Maxwell rode his luck for a quick 39, aiding skipper Aaron Finch (35), who anchored the reply, in overpowering a Sri Lankan bowling attack missing leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, who tested positive for COVID-19 before the match. ALSO READ: India-SL T20Is to begin on Feb 24, Virat Kohli to play 100th Test in the series opener at Mohali Off-spinner Maheesh Theekshana ploughed a lonely furrow for the touring side, accounting for Ben McDermott in the first ball of the innings and finishing with 3-24. Batting first after losing the toss, Sri Lanka started sluggishly and were reduced to 51-4 at the halfway mark of their innings after Richardson claimed two early wickets. "I wasn't at my best the other night, so it was nice to bounce back and I think that pitch, bowling first, suited my strengths," Richardson said. All-rounder Daniel Sams completed a spectacular diving catch in the deep to give Maxwell the prized wicket of Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka`s leading run-scorer in this series, who departed for 16. ALSO READ: Not KL Rahul! Harbhajan Singh picks young batter who should open with Rohit Sharma for India in T20Is Sams replaced Steve Smith in the side after the former captain was concussed in the previous match in a flying attempt to save a six. Captain Dasun Shanaka (39 not out) and Dinesh Chandimal (25) were left to pick up the pieces after Sri Lanka`s top order failed, but were unable to mount an offensive and went six overs without finding the rope as their side limped to a meagre total. "No positives today, yet again a poor start from our boys as it's been throughout the series," Shanaka said. The series continues in Melbourne with game four on Friday.

Australia beat Sri Lanka by six wickets to win 3rd T20I, seal series with two games to go

Australian cricketers Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson, who had opted out of the Indian Premier League citing personal reasons, will be flying back to their country on Tuesday night via Doha.

The two are currently in Mumbai while their franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore has moved to Ahmedabad, where it will be taking on Delhi Capitals tonight.

"They (the duo) will be flying back to Australia via Doha later tonight," a well-placed source told PTI.

Already, Rajasthan Royals pacer Andrew Tye has exited the country due to the COVID-19 surge. Australia on Tuesday suspended flights from and to India till May 15 because of the pandemic's second wave that is ravaging the country.

As of now, the IPL still has 14 Australian players, including big names like Steve Smith (Delhi Capitals), David Warner (SunRisers Hyderabad) and Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders).

Ricky Ponting (DC) and Simon Katich (Royal Challengers Bangalore) are among the high-profile Australian coaches, while iconic former players such as Matthew Hayden, Brett Lee and Lisa Sthalekar are part of the tournament's commentary team.

The eight-team event is being played in front of empty stands across six venues and has even barred food from outside the designated team hotels in its latest diktats to strengthen the bio-bubble.&nbsp;

Australian cricketers Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson, who had opted out of the Indian Premier League citing personal reasons, will be flying back to their country on Tuesday night via Doha.

Australian cricketers Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson, who had opted out of the Indian Premier League citing personal reasons, will be flying back to their country on Tuesday night via Doha. The two are currently in Mumbai while their franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore has moved to Ahmedabad, where it will be taking on Delhi Capitals tonight. "They (the duo) will be flying back to Australia via Doha later tonight," a well-placed source told PTI. Already, Rajasthan Royals pacer Andrew Tye has exited the country due to the COVID-19 surge. Australia on Tuesday suspended flights from and to India till May 15 because of the pandemic's second wave that is ravaging the country. As of now, the IPL still has 14 Australian players, including big names like Steve Smith (Delhi Capitals), David Warner (SunRisers Hyderabad) and Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders). Ricky Ponting (DC) and Simon Katich (Royal Challengers Bangalore) are among the high-profile Australian coaches, while iconic former players such as Matthew Hayden, Brett Lee and Lisa Sthalekar are part of the tournament's commentary team. The eight-team event is being played in front of empty stands across six venues and has even barred food from outside the designated team hotels in its latest diktats to strengthen the bio-bubble.

IPL exits: Zampa, Richardson to fly back to Australia via Doha

Royal Challengers Bangalore players&nbsp;Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson have pulled out of IPL 2021. The two bowlers will be getting back to Australia because of personal reasons and will be inaccessible for the remainder of the league.&nbsp;

RCB announced the development&nbsp;on Monday, reiterating that they respect the duo’s decision.

Despite the fact that RCB didn't give a justification for Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson's withdrawal, numerous media reports have indicated that India's developing COVID-19 cases might have prompted their takeoff.&nbsp;

Several overseas players, particularly from Australia, are thinking about leaving IPL 2021 to keep away from the danger of not having the option to get back later. That comes as a few nations have restricted departures from India attributable to the devastating second influx of the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

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Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson get back only days after the Australian government declared that it would decrease the number of allowed flights showing up from India by 30%. Numerous different Australians have communicated their interests in the crumbling circumstance in India, with Delhi Capitals mentor Ricky Ponting calling the circumstance 'very grim'.&nbsp;

The RCB duo turns into the furthest down-the-line players to leave the IPL 2021 bio-bubble this week after Rajasthan Royals pacer Andre Tye and Delhi Capitals spinner Ravichandran Ashwin did likewise in the course of the most recent couple of days.&nbsp;

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Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson's unavailability brings the number of abroad players at Royal Challengers Bangalore's down to six. The franchise will currently have the choice of naming substitutions, and it is not yet clear who RCB get&nbsp;to fill their decreased squad now.

Royal Challengers Bangalore players Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson have pulled out of IPL 2021. The two bowlers will be getting back to Australia because of personal reasons and will be inaccessible for the remainder of the league.

Royal Challengers Bangalore players Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson have pulled out of IPL 2021. The two bowlers will be getting back to Australia because of personal reasons and will be inaccessible for the remainder of the league. RCB announced the development on Monday, reiterating that they respect the duo’s decision. Despite the fact that RCB didn't give a justification for Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson's withdrawal, numerous media reports have indicated that India's developing COVID-19 cases might have prompted their takeoff. Several overseas players, particularly from Australia, are thinking about leaving IPL 2021 to keep away from the danger of not having the option to get back later. That comes as a few nations have restricted departures from India attributable to the devastating second influx of the COVID-19 pandemic. ALSO READ: Jadeja playing well opens many options for Team India, says Kohli Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson get back only days after the Australian government declared that it would decrease the number of allowed flights showing up from India by 30%. Numerous different Australians have communicated their interests in the crumbling circumstance in India, with Delhi Capitals mentor Ricky Ponting calling the circumstance 'very grim'. The RCB duo turns into the furthest down-the-line players to leave the IPL 2021 bio-bubble this week after Rajasthan Royals pacer Andre Tye and Delhi Capitals spinner Ravichandran Ashwin did likewise in the course of the most recent couple of days. ALSO READ: From Maxwell to Dhawan: Five players who have rocked IPL 2021 so far Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson's unavailability brings the number of abroad players at Royal Challengers Bangalore's down to six. The franchise will currently have the choice of naming substitutions, and it is not yet clear who RCB get to fill their decreased squad now.

RCB's Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa pull out of IPL 2021, to fly back to Australia

Australian players are gearing up for the limited-overs series against England scheduled to be played in September. While it has been a long break from cricket due to COVID-19 pandemic, international Aussie cricketers have a packed schedule with the tour to the UK and then the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.&nbsp;

While the players will be back in action soon with a 26-man preliminary squad already announced for the England series, all eyes will be on the bowling attack comprising some of the top bowlers in world cricket, at the moment.&nbsp;

In an exclusive interview with WION's Subhayan Chakraborty, Australian pacer Kane Richardson, who is also set to be seen in action for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2020, talked about the forced break from cricket, limited-overs series against England, RCB, Indian Premier League, captaincy of Aaron Finch and Virat Kohli and much more.&nbsp;

<img alt="Kane Richardson" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="514db4cd-a568-4073-94b4-16e12c0d45a4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_1NP0DR.jpg" />

The break due to COVID-19 has put cricketers out of action for nearly five months now. However, for Kane the break came in as an opportunity to press the reboot button and now with the resumption of training with South Australia, the right-arm pacer is looking to get back to his peak ahead of the UK tour.&nbsp;

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“The break from playing has been refreshing to be honest. We have come back strong and are well into pre-season training with our states. As a bowler our loads are not at their peak but we are working towards getting ready for a tour of the UK in a few weeks. We will have some time in the UK before matches start. We have done a lot of work in pre-season, we will be ready,” Kane Richardson told WION in an exclusive interview.&nbsp;

England’s white-ball side has already played a three-match ODI series against Ireland and are scheduled to play a T20I series against Pakistan before the world champions take on their fiercest rivals in the limited-overs series in September. But Kane is of the view that Australia will be fresh and ready to go against the Eoin Morgan-led side.&nbsp;

“Everybody is in the same situation globally. England have had longer together but we will be fresh and ready to go.” 
After the series against England, Kane will be joining Royal Challengers Bangalore for IPL 2020 in the United Arab Emirates. The 29-year-old is super excited to join the Virat Kohli-led franchise as he said IPL is a great opportunity to play and learn against the best players in the world.&nbsp;

<img alt="Kane Richardson" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8088b841-527c-47d5-b88f-c1a2e294298b" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/000_1LU8RV.jpg" />

In IPL 2016, Kane didn’t have the best of outing with only four matches under his belt for RCB but is determined to do well this time with all the experience to his name.&nbsp;

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“I can’t wait to get back to the IPL and the Challengers, especially with the calibre of players we have this year. The IPL is a great opportunity for us to play with and against the very best in the world and a great warmup for the home summer,” Kane, who is set for a second stint with RCB said.&nbsp;

<img alt="Kane Richardson" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3da714c0-986d-4940-b42c-55d952b75b00" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Richardson-e1584512620507-980x530%20%281%29.jpg" />

The Aussie pacer has played cricket under both Aaron Finch and Virat Kohli. Now the troika will be seen for RCB after the franchise bagged both Finch and Kane in the auction which took place in December 2019. Kane was roped in for a whopping Rs 4 crore and is looking to make a mark straightaway with the white-ball.&nbsp;

When asked what are the similarities betwee Kohli and Finch as captains, Kane said that the hunger to win sets them apart as leader while terming them both as ‘inspirational players’.&nbsp;

“They are both (Kohli and Finch) incredibly driven captains and inspirational players. It is going to be an amazing experience as you say. Hopefully our batters make the bowlers lives easy,” the Aussie pacer observed.&nbsp;

<img alt="Kane Richardson" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7e3af42a-11bd-448e-ae84-8008b3469afc" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/3588749423001_4858027325001_kane.jpg" />

Before concluding, Kane said he can’t wait to get back to the field and give fans something to look forward after such a tough phase. He further said that IPL provide a lot of joy to many and now it is their duty to play the best cricket and put a smile to fans’ face.&nbsp;

“I know all the players can’t wait to get back and give the fans something to look forward to after such a tough year for everyone. The IPL can provide a lot of joy to so many, it’s up to us to play our best and give them some great cricket to watch,” Kane signed off. 
&nbsp;

Australian players are gearing up for the limited-overs series against England scheduled to be played in September. While it has been a long break from cricket due to COVID-19 pandemic, international Aussie cricketers have a packed schedule with the tour to the UK and then the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.

Australian players are gearing up for the limited-overs series against England scheduled to be played in September. While it has been a long break from cricket due to COVID-19 pandemic, international Aussie cricketers have a packed schedule with the tour to the UK and then the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. While the players will be back in action soon with a 26-man preliminary squad already announced for the England series, all eyes will be on the bowling attack comprising some of the top bowlers in world cricket, at the moment. In an exclusive interview with WION's Subhayan Chakraborty, Australian pacer Kane Richardson, who is also set to be seen in action for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2020, talked about the forced break from cricket, limited-overs series against England, RCB, Indian Premier League, captaincy of Aaron Finch and Virat Kohli and much more. The break due to COVID-19 has put cricketers out of action for nearly five months now. However, for Kane the break came in as an opportunity to press the reboot button and now with the resumption of training with South Australia, the right-arm pacer is looking to get back to his peak ahead of the UK tour. ALSO READ: Exclusive | Marnus Labuschagne: Thriving to be the best “The break from playing has been refreshing to be honest. We have come back strong and are well into pre-season training with our states. As a bowler our loads are not at their peak but we are working towards getting ready for a tour of the UK in a few weeks. We will have some time in the UK before matches start. We have done a lot of work in pre-season, we will be ready,” Kane Richardson told WION in an exclusive interview. England’s white-ball side has already played a three-match ODI series against Ireland and are scheduled to play a T20I series against Pakistan before the world champions take on their fiercest rivals in the limited-overs series in September. But Kane is of the view that Australia will be fresh and ready to go against the Eoin Morgan-led side. “Everybody is in the same situation globally. England have had longer together but we will be fresh and ready to go.” After the series against England, Kane will be joining Royal Challengers Bangalore for IPL 2020 in the United Arab Emirates. The 29-year-old is super excited to join the Virat Kohli-led franchise as he said IPL is a great opportunity to play and learn against the best players in the world. In IPL 2016, Kane didn’t have the best of outing with only four matches under his belt for RCB but is determined to do well this time with all the experience to his name. ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Australia's Josh Hazlewood opens up on England and India series, IPL 2020, injuries and more “I can’t wait to get back to the IPL and the Challengers, especially with the calibre of players we have this year. The IPL is a great opportunity for us to play with and against the very best in the world and a great warmup for the home summer,” Kane, who is set for a second stint with RCB said. The Aussie pacer has played cricket under both Aaron Finch and Virat Kohli. Now the troika will be seen for RCB after the franchise bagged both Finch and Kane in the auction which took place in December 2019. Kane was roped in for a whopping Rs 4 crore and is looking to make a mark straightaway with the white-ball. When asked what are the similarities betwee Kohli and Finch as captains, Kane said that the hunger to win sets them apart as leader while terming them both as ‘inspirational players’. “They are both (Kohli and Finch) incredibly driven captains and inspirational players. It is going to be an amazing experience as you say. Hopefully our batters make the bowlers lives easy,” the Aussie pacer observed. Before concluding, Kane said he can’t wait to get back to the field and give fans something to look forward after such a tough phase. He further said that IPL provide a lot of joy to many and now it is their duty to play the best cricket and put a smile to fans’ face. “I know all the players can’t wait to get back and give the fans something to look forward to after such a tough year for everyone. The IPL can provide a lot of joy to so many, it’s up to us to play our best and give them some great cricket to watch,” Kane signed off.

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Australian fast bowler Kane Richardson has been cleared of the coronavirus and rejoined his teammates at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday.

Richardson, who returned from South Africa with the ODI squad this week, was isolated and tested as a precaution after developing a mild sore throat.&nbsp;

The Cricket Australia website said Richardson has been cleared of coronavirus after he returned a negative result to COVID-19 testing.

He was released from his hotel room quarantine to travel to the SCG to join the rest of the squad for the opening ODI against New Zealand.

Fans have been barred from the game in Sydney to curb the spread of the coronavirus, which has shut down a swathe of sporting events including this week's Australian Grand Prix.

Australian fast bowler Kane Richardson has been cleared of the coronavirus and rejoined his teammates at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Richardson, who returned from South Africa with the ODI squad this week, was isolated and tested as a precaution after developing a mild sore throat.

Australian fast bowler Kane Richardson has been cleared of the coronavirus and rejoined his teammates at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Richardson, who returned from South Africa with the ODI squad this week, was isolated and tested as a precaution after developing a mild sore throat. The Cricket Australia website said Richardson has been cleared of coronavirus after he returned a negative result to COVID-19 testing. He was released from his hotel room quarantine to travel to the SCG to join the rest of the squad for the opening ODI against New Zealand. Fans have been barred from the game in Sydney to curb the spread of the coronavirus, which has shut down a swathe of sporting events including this week's Australian Grand Prix.

Australian pacer Kane Richardson cleared of coronavirus

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/remaining-2-odis-of-india-vs-south-africa-series-to-be-played-behind-closed-doors-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-285963">Remaining 2 ODIs of India vs South Africa series to be played behind closed doors amid coronavirus pandemic</a>

The match is underway behind closed doors due to the coronavirus fears. The players had to do pick up the ball from the stands when balls went for six, normally the crowd would do the job by throwing the ball back on the ground but the fielders had to find the balls in the large stadium after it was struck for a six.&nbsp;

Global sporting events have been affected by the global pandemic called the novel coronavirus. These events are either cancelled, postponed or played behind closed doors to contain the outbreak.&nbsp;

In one such hilarious incident, Lockie Ferguson had to do the spectator's job when he went looking for the ball after Aaron Finch dispatched a six off Ish Sodhi's delivery in the 18th over.&nbsp;

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Ferguson was seen going through the seats looking for the ball.&nbsp;

Aaron Finch (60) and David Warner's (67) 127 runs partnership helped Aussies pose an above-average 258 runs in 50 overs.&nbsp;

Australia had a setback before the match began as Kane Richardson was sent into quarantine and his sample is being tested for the novel coronavirus. Richardson complained about have a sore throat.&nbsp;

With the novel coronavirus spreading like a wildfire, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also have decided to hold the remaining two matches of the India versus South Africa ODI series behind closed doors. Complying to the advisory issued by the Health Ministry, the BCCI has decided to avoid mass gatherings and will conduct remaining two ODI matches with no spectators in the stadium.&nbsp;

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs.

New Zealand is currently going head-on against Australia in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Kiwis are chasing the target of 259 runs in 50 overs. Also read: Remaining 2 ODIs of India vs South Africa series to be played behind closed doors amid coronavirus pandemic The match is underway behind closed doors due to the coronavirus fears. The players had to do pick up the ball from the stands when balls went for six, normally the crowd would do the job by throwing the ball back on the ground but the fielders had to find the balls in the large stadium after it was struck for a six. Global sporting events have been affected by the global pandemic called the novel coronavirus. These events are either cancelled, postponed or played behind closed doors to contain the outbreak. In one such hilarious incident, Lockie Ferguson had to do the spectator's job when he went looking for the ball after Aaron Finch dispatched a six off Ish Sodhi's delivery in the 18th over. Good arm, Lockie! #AUSvNZ pic.twitter.com/xY7QtF5UGf — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) March 13, 2020 × Ferguson was seen going through the seats looking for the ball. Aaron Finch (60) and David Warner's (67) 127 runs partnership helped Aussies pose an above-average 258 runs in 50 overs. Australia had a setback before the match began as Kane Richardson was sent into quarantine and his sample is being tested for the novel coronavirus. Richardson complained about have a sore throat. With the novel coronavirus spreading like a wildfire, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also have decided to hold the remaining two matches of the India versus South Africa ODI series behind closed doors. Complying to the advisory issued by the Health Ministry, the BCCI has decided to avoid mass gatherings and will conduct remaining two ODI matches with no spectators in the stadium.

Watch: Hilarious! Lockie Ferguson searches for ball in empty stand at SCG after hit for six

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis was Sunday slapped with a hefty fine after directing a homophobic slur at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-thrash-pakistan-to-win-series-2-0-260863">Kane Richardson</a> during a domestic Twenty20 Big Bash League game.

The Melbourne Stars player apologised after being found guilty of breaching Cricket Australia's code of conduct and penalised Aus$7,500 (US$5,200).

"I got caught in the moment and took it too far," Stoinis said of the incident during the clash with cross-town rivals Melbourne Renegades on Saturday.

"I realised immediately I was in the wrong and I apologise to Kane and to the umpires.

"I did the wrong thing and accept responsibility for my actions. The standards are there for a reason and I accept the penalty."

The incident comes six weeks after fast bowler <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-nz-nathan-lyon-takes-five-as-australia-dominate-in-sydney-272264">James Pattinson</a>, currently playing for Australia in the third Test against New Zealand in Sydney, was banned for player abuse, also reportedly a homophobic slur.

His penalty, a one-match suspension which ruled him out of the first Test against Pakistan, was harsher as it was his third code of conduct breach in the past 18 months.

"The behaviour in this matter falls short of the standards we expect and we have acted accordingly," <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/james-pattinson-banned-for-first-test-against-pakistan-for-personal-abuse-262662">Sean&nbsp;Carroll</a>, Cricket Australia's&nbsp;head of integrity and security said of the Stoinis fine.

He only referred to the matter as "personal abuse of a player", although the Cricket Australia website characterised it as a homophobic slur.

"There is no place for it in the game," added Carroll.

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis was Sunday slapped with a hefty fine after directing a homophobic slur at Kane Richardson during a domestic Twenty20 Big Bash League game.

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis was Sunday slapped with a hefty fine after directing a homophobic slur at Kane Richardson during a domestic Twenty20 Big Bash League game. The Melbourne Stars player apologised after being found guilty of breaching Cricket Australia's code of conduct and penalised Aus$7,500 (US$5,200). "I got caught in the moment and took it too far," Stoinis said of the incident during the clash with cross-town rivals Melbourne Renegades on Saturday. "I realised immediately I was in the wrong and I apologise to Kane and to the umpires. "I did the wrong thing and accept responsibility for my actions. The standards are there for a reason and I accept the penalty." The incident comes six weeks after fast bowler James Pattinson, currently playing for Australia in the third Test against New Zealand in Sydney, was banned for player abuse, also reportedly a homophobic slur. His penalty, a one-match suspension which ruled him out of the first Test against Pakistan, was harsher as it was his third code of conduct breach in the past 18 months. "The behaviour in this matter falls short of the standards we expect and we have acted accordingly," Sean Carroll, Cricket Australia's head of integrity and security said of the Stoinis fine. He only referred to the matter as "personal abuse of a player", although the Cricket Australia website characterised it as a homophobic slur. "There is no place for it in the game," added Carroll.

Marcus Stoinis penalised for passing homophobic slur at Kane Richardson during Big Bash League

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