<p>India are currently in a strong position in the ongoing fifth Test against England at Edgbaston in Birmingham after amassing a 257-run lead at stumps on Day 3. India rode on impressive centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant to post a big total of 416 runs in their first innings before bundling out the hosts for 284 runs in their first innings to gain a healthy lead.</p>

<p>India have dominated the proceedings so far in the rescheduled fifth Test under stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah in the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma. After playing a sensational cameo of 31 runs with the bat, Bumrah was terrific with the ball during England's first innings and ran through their top-order with a three-wicket haul.</p>

<p>Mohammed Siraj too bowled an impressive spell and picked up a four-wicket haul wreaking havoc on the hosts' lower-middle order. England were skittled out for a below-par 284 on Day 3 before the Indian batters posted 125/3 on the board in their second innings at stumps on Day 3 to extend the lead to 257 runs.</p>

<p>India lost opener Shubman Gill (4) and Hanuma Vihari (11) cheaply in their second innings before Cheteshwar Pujara steadied the ship for the visitors with a brilliant half-century. Speaking about India's domination in the game, Vaughan backed Bumrah &amp; Co. to win the game and clinch the five-match series 3-1.</p>

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<p>"A 257-run lead is a long way now for England to go and chase. India gets another 150 and it's 400, which I think it will be, there is odd bounce, spin will come into play and that might be when Shami gets his reward," Vaughan said on&nbsp;Cricbuzz.</p>

<p>"Give me a Pujara in my Test team any day of the week. As much as you are scared of Pant, Pujara is the kind of glue that every single team needs to frustrate and wear down the bowlers," added the former England captain as he lauded Pujara for his valiant knock in the second innings.</p>

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<p>India will be hoping to capitalise and extend their lead beyond the 400-run mark on Day 4 of the Test match on Monday (July 04). Vaughan believes India are absolute favourites to win the game and he sees nothing but Bumrah &amp; Co. winning the Edgbaston Test. India are leading the five-match series 2-1 from last year as the fifth and final game had been postponed due to COVID-19.</p>

<p>"I think the four seamers will do some damage inside the first 25 overs. There will certainly be movement there. This is the difference from playing against New Zealand to what they are playing against India. I feel the tactics have not been quite right in the field. A few of the old traits have returned when they are facing real quality. I see nothing but an India win," said Vaughan.</p>


India are currently in a strong position in the ongoing fifth Test against England at Edgbaston in Birmingham after amassing a 257-run lead at stumps on Day 3. India rode on impressive centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant to post a big total of 416 runs in their first innings before bundling out the hosts for 284 runs in their first innings to gain a healthy lead.

India are currently in a strong position in the ongoing fifth Test against England at Edgbaston in Birmingham after amassing a 257-run lead at stumps on Day 3. India rode on impressive centuries from Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant to post a big total of 416 runs in their first innings before bundling out the hosts for 284 runs in their first innings to gain a healthy lead. India have dominated the proceedings so far in the rescheduled fifth Test under stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah in the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma. After playing a sensational cameo of 31 runs with the bat, Bumrah was terrific with the ball during England's first innings and ran through their top-order with a three-wicket haul. Mohammed Siraj too bowled an impressive spell and picked up a four-wicket haul wreaking havoc on the hosts' lower-middle order. England were skittled out for a below-par 284 on Day 3 before the Indian batters posted 125/3 on the board in their second innings at stumps on Day 3 to extend the lead to 257 runs. India lost opener Shubman Gill (4) and Hanuma Vihari (11) cheaply in their second innings before Cheteshwar Pujara steadied the ship for the visitors with a brilliant half-century. Speaking about India's domination in the game, Vaughan backed Bumrah & Co. to win the game and clinch the five-match series 3-1. Also Read: Rohit to undergo cardiovascular test to determine his availability for T20I series opener vs ENG: Report "A 257-run lead is a long way now for England to go and chase. India gets another 150 and it's 400, which I think it will be, there is odd bounce, spin will come into play and that might be when Shami gets his reward," Vaughan said on Cricbuzz. "Give me a Pujara in my Test team any day of the week. As much as you are scared of Pant, Pujara is the kind of glue that every single team needs to frustrate and wear down the bowlers," added the former England captain as he lauded Pujara for his valiant knock in the second innings. Also Read: 'We won't be shutting up...' - Jonny Bairstow opens up on verbal duel with Virat Kohli in Edgbaston Test India will be hoping to capitalise and extend their lead beyond the 400-run mark on Day 4 of the Test match on Monday (July 04). Vaughan believes India are absolute favourites to win the game and he sees nothing but Bumrah & Co. winning the Edgbaston Test. India are leading the five-match series 2-1 from last year as the fifth and final game had been postponed due to COVID-19. "I think the four seamers will do some damage inside the first 25 overs. There will certainly be movement there. This is the difference from playing against New Zealand to what they are playing against India. I feel the tactics have not been quite right in the field. A few of the old traits have returned when they are facing real quality. I see nothing but an India win," said Vaughan.

'I see nothing but an India win': Michael Vaughan backs Jasprit Bumrah & Co. to clinch series against England

<p>Michael Vaughan and Wasim Jaffer continue to enjoy some fun banter on social media. Both former cricketers were great competitors on the pitch for their respective countries during their playing days and enjoyed some great duels with each other. Jaffer was interestingly&nbsp;Vaughan's first-ever wicket in Test cricket despite the former England skipper not being a proper bowler in any format of the game.</p>

<p>The duo have continued their rivalry on Twitter post their playing careers and shared some fun banter with each other. On Tuesday (June 21), Vaughan aimed a dig at Jaffer after the former India batter posted a picture of himself enjoying a sunny day at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reacting to Jaffer's tweet, Vaughan decided to poke fun at the former India batter and asked him if he was there at Lord's to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his dismissal against the former England captain. "Is it the 20th anniversary of my first Test wicket you are here for Wasim?" - Vaughan wrote taking a dig at Jaffer.</p>

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<p>Jaffer was quick to hit back and responded by brutally trolling Vaughan with a throwback picture. Jaffer shared a throwback picture of India's Test series win against England in 2007 and wrote - "Here for the 15th anniversary of this Michael #ENGvIND." India had defeated England 1-0 in a Test series in their own backyard in 2007.</p>

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<p>The banter between the duo is not expected to stop anytime soon as India are currently in England for a one-off Test match against the hosts. The visitors have some unfinished business from their tour of England last year where they were leading 2-1 in the five-match series before the fifth and final Test had to be postponed due to COVID-19.</p>

<p>India and England will now lock horns in the one-off fifth Test in Edgbaston starting on July 01. India will have a chance to script history by winning the Test match as it will be their first&nbsp;Test series win in England since 2007.</p>

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Michael Vaughan and Wasim Jaffer continue to enjoy some fun banter on social media. Both former cricketers were great competitors on the pitch for their respective countries during their playing days and enjoyed some great duels with each other.

Michael Vaughan and Wasim Jaffer continue to enjoy some fun banter on social media. Both former cricketers were great competitors on the pitch for their respective countries during their playing days and enjoyed some great duels with each other. Jaffer was interestingly Vaughan's first-ever wicket in Test cricket despite the former England skipper not being a proper bowler in any format of the game. The duo have continued their rivalry on Twitter post their playing careers and shared some fun banter with each other. On Tuesday (June 21), Vaughan aimed a dig at Jaffer after the former India batter posted a picture of himself enjoying a sunny day at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London on Twitter. Reacting to Jaffer's tweet, Vaughan decided to poke fun at the former India batter and asked him if he was there at Lord's to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his dismissal against the former England captain. "Is it the 20th anniversary of my first Test wicket you are here for Wasim?" - Vaughan wrote taking a dig at Jaffer. Also Read: Ex-Pakistan pacer Md. Amir responds to Rohit Sharma's 'he is just a normal bowler' comment from 2016 Jaffer was quick to hit back and responded by brutally trolling Vaughan with a throwback picture. Jaffer shared a throwback picture of India's Test series win against England in 2007 and wrote - "Here for the 15th anniversary of this Michael #ENGvIND." India had defeated England 1-0 in a Test series in their own backyard in 2007. Here for the 15th anniversary of this Michael #ENGvIND https://t.co/Qae4t8IRpf pic.twitter.com/gZC5ShGNwS — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 21, 2022 × Also Read: 'Whatever they will say will happen' - Shahid Afridi lauds India for huge influence it has on world cricket The banter between the duo is not expected to stop anytime soon as India are currently in England for a one-off Test match against the hosts. The visitors have some unfinished business from their tour of England last year where they were leading 2-1 in the five-match series before the fifth and final Test had to be postponed due to COVID-19. India and England will now lock horns in the one-off fifth Test in Edgbaston starting on July 01. India will have a chance to script history by winning the Test match as it will be their first Test series win in England since 2007.

Here for 15th anniversary of this: Jaffer brutally trolls Vaughan after ex-England captain takes a dig at him

<p>Joe Root recently became only the second English batter to complete 10,000 runs in Test cricket after former England captain Alastair Cook. Root slammed a brilliant century on Day 4 of the recently-concluded first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London to help his side win the game by five wickets and create history by becoming the joint-youngest batter to achieve the milestone of 10,000 runs in the longest format.</p>

<p>Chasing a target of 277 runs, England were under massive pressure in their second innings at Lord's having lost four wickets inside just 69 runs. However, Root combined with captain Ben Stokes to steady the ship for the hosts. The duo added 90 runs for the fifth wicket before Stokes was dismissed on 54.</p>

<p>Root then went on to wrap up the run chase comfortably for England on Day 4 and also brought up his 26th century in the longest format. He now has 10,015 runs in 118 Tests for England is among a handful of active batters who can challenge the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of most runs in Test history.</p>

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<p>Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes Root is England's best batter of all time and has the ability to surpass Sachin on the list of highest run-getter of all time in Tests. Root&nbsp;is just 31 at present and has a number of years left in the tank at the highest level. He would need another 5,907 runs to go past Sachin, who has 15,921 runs to his name in 200 Test matches.</p>

<p>"Joe Root is England's best ever - now Sachin Tendulkar should watch out. For me Joe Root stands alongside Graham Gooch as England's greatest batsman and the way he is going he could surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most Test runs," Vaughan wrote for the Telegraph as he made a bold claim about Root.</p>

<p>"He is still 6000 short of Sachin’s total but he is only 31 and if James Anderson can play until he is 40 then I think Joe can too. He loves batting that much. He is driven. He is a cricket badger. You have to have it in you to wake up every morning and think about batting," he added.</p>

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<p>Root has been one of the most consistent performers in Test cricket over the last couple of years and has scored runs for England in all sorts of conditions. He averages 49.57 in his Test career so far and will be looking to create history by becoming the leading run-getter of all time if he can continue with the same consistency and remain injury-free in his career.</p>


Joe Root recently became only the second English batter to complete 10,000 runs in Test cricket after former England captain Alastair Cook. Root slammed a brilliant century on Day 4 of the recently-concluded first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London to help his side win the game by five wickets and create history by becoming the joint-youngest batter to achieve the milestone of 10,000 runs in the longest format.

Joe Root recently became only the second English batter to complete 10,000 runs in Test cricket after former England captain Alastair Cook. Root slammed a brilliant century on Day 4 of the recently-concluded first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London to help his side win the game by five wickets and create history by becoming the joint-youngest batter to achieve the milestone of 10,000 runs in the longest format. Chasing a target of 277 runs, England were under massive pressure in their second innings at Lord's having lost four wickets inside just 69 runs. However, Root combined with captain Ben Stokes to steady the ship for the hosts. The duo added 90 runs for the fifth wicket before Stokes was dismissed on 54. Root then went on to wrap up the run chase comfortably for England on Day 4 and also brought up his 26th century in the longest format. He now has 10,015 runs in 118 Tests for England is among a handful of active batters who can challenge the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of most runs in Test history. Also Read: He will go miles past my record: Cook lauds Joe Root after he goes past 10,000 runs in Test cricket Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes Root is England's best batter of all time and has the ability to surpass Sachin on the list of highest run-getter of all time in Tests. Root is just 31 at present and has a number of years left in the tank at the highest level. He would need another 5,907 runs to go past Sachin, who has 15,921 runs to his name in 200 Test matches. "Joe Root is England's best ever - now Sachin Tendulkar should watch out. For me Joe Root stands alongside Graham Gooch as England's greatest batsman and the way he is going he could surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most Test runs," Vaughan wrote for the Telegraph as he made a bold claim about Root. "He is still 6000 short of Sachin’s total but he is only 31 and if James Anderson can play until he is 40 then I think Joe can too. He loves batting that much. He is driven. He is a cricket badger. You have to have it in you to wake up every morning and think about batting," he added. Also Read: Dhoni told me I will be in World Cup squad after 3 matches: Hardik Pandya recalls his Team India debut Root has been one of the most consistent performers in Test cricket over the last couple of years and has scored runs for England in all sorts of conditions. He averages 49.57 in his Test career so far and will be looking to create history by becoming the leading run-getter of all time if he can continue with the same consistency and remain injury-free in his career.

'Sachin should watch out': Michael Vaughan makes bold claim as Joe Root breaches 10,000-run mark in Tests

<p>Joe Root slammed an unbeaten century to help England chase down the target of 277 runs on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London and take a 1-0 lead in the series. The former England captain also became only the second batter from his country to complete the milestone of 10,000 runs in Test cricket with his stupendous ton. Root has now become the join-youngest to reach the milestone of 10,000 runs in the longest format of the game.</p>

<p>Asked to chase 277 runs in their second innings, England were in a spot of bother on Day 3 having lost four wickets inside 70 runs with the likes of Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope and Jonny Bairstow all back in the hut cheaply. Root combined with captain Ben Stokes to add 90 runs for the 5th wicket before taking the hosts over the line on Day 4.</p>

<p>Root completed his century in the morning session on Day 4 and added an unbeaten partnership of 120 runs with wicket-keeper batter Ben Foakes (32) to help England chase down the target comfortably and win the game by five wickets.</p>

<p>En route to his knock, Root became the second England batter after the legendary Alastair Cook to complete 10,000 runs in Test cricket. He also joined Cook in becoming the joint-youngest to the feat. Root, who was born on December 30, 1990, has completed the feat of 10,000 runs at the age of 31 years, 5 months and 5 days. Cook was also 31 years, 5 months and 5 days old when he went past the 10,000 run mark in Tests.</p>

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<p>Root was hailed by many on social media for his illustrious feat as the likes of Sourav Ganguly, Michael Vaughan, VVS Laxman and others lauded the England batter for his brilliant knock and terrific achievement. Ganguly also labelled Root as an all-time great.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">No better feeling than a match-winning 100 in a pressure run chase. Many congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/root66?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@root66</a> on an incredible 100 and on reaching 10000 Test runs, massive achievement. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvNZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/1mvfdwrtyv">pic.twitter.com/1mvfdwrtyv</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Englands most complete all round Batter of all time .. 10000 runs &amp; to do it with a match winning 100 is incredible .. Well done <a href="https://twitter.com/root66?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@root66</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lords?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lords</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Joe Root has 10,000 Test runs. And he's just 31 Well played and congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/root66?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@root66</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvNZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/l5dDL5v7Iz">pic.twitter.com/l5dDL5v7Iz</a></p>
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<p>At 31, Root has been absolutely phenomenal in Test cricket and has been churning out runs consistently for England in the whites. He has already breached the 10,000 run mark and is among the few active batters in the world at present who can eaye Sachin Tendulkar's record of most runs in Test cricket history.</p>

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<p>Tendulkar scored a whopping 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches in his illustrious career. Root currently has&nbsp;10015&nbsp; runs to his name in 118 Tests for England. He needs another 5,907 runs to go past the Master Blaster and create history. Root has now scored 26 centuries in his Test career so far.</p>


Joe Root slammed an unbeaten century to help England chase down the target of 277 runs on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London and take a 1-0 lead in the series.

Joe Root slammed an unbeaten century to help England chase down the target of 277 runs on Day 4 of the first Test against New Zealand at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London and take a 1-0 lead in the series. The former England captain also became only the second batter from his country to complete the milestone of 10,000 runs in Test cricket with his stupendous ton. Root has now become the join-youngest to reach the milestone of 10,000 runs in the longest format of the game. Asked to chase 277 runs in their second innings, England were in a spot of bother on Day 3 having lost four wickets inside 70 runs with the likes of Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope and Jonny Bairstow all back in the hut cheaply. Root combined with captain Ben Stokes to add 90 runs for the 5th wicket before taking the hosts over the line on Day 4. Root completed his century in the morning session on Day 4 and added an unbeaten partnership of 120 runs with wicket-keeper batter Ben Foakes (32) to help England chase down the target comfortably and win the game by five wickets. En route to his knock, Root became the second England batter after the legendary Alastair Cook to complete 10,000 runs in Test cricket. He also joined Cook in becoming the joint-youngest to the feat. Root, who was born on December 30, 1990, has completed the feat of 10,000 runs at the age of 31 years, 5 months and 5 days. Cook was also 31 years, 5 months and 5 days old when he went past the 10,000 run mark in Tests. Also Read: Joe Root slams ton to help England thrash New Zealand by 5 wickets in 1st Test at Lord's Root was hailed by many on social media for his illustrious feat as the likes of Sourav Ganguly, Michael Vaughan, VVS Laxman and others lauded the England batter for his brilliant knock and terrific achievement. Ganguly also labelled Root as an all-time great. Joe Roooooooot ..what a player what a knock under pressure ..an all time great ..@bcci @icc — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) June 5, 2022 × No better feeling than a match-winning 100 in a pressure run chase. Many congratulations to @root66 on an incredible 100 and on reaching 10000 Test runs, massive achievement. #ENGvNZ pic.twitter.com/1mvfdwrtyv — VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 5, 2022 × Englands most complete all round Batter of all time .. 10000 runs & to do it with a match winning 100 is incredible .. Well done @root66 #Lords — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) June 5, 2022 × Joe Root has 10,000 Test runs. And he's just 31 Well played and congratulations @root66 #ENGvNZ pic.twitter.com/l5dDL5v7Iz — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 5, 2022 × At 31, Root has been absolutely phenomenal in Test cricket and has been churning out runs consistently for England in the whites. He has already breached the 10,000 run mark and is among the few active batters in the world at present who can eaye Sachin Tendulkar's record of most runs in Test cricket history. Also Read: 'Intentionally wanted to hit Sachin': Akhtar recalls his fiery spell vs Tendulkar in 2006 Karachi Test Tendulkar scored a whopping 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches in his illustrious career. Root currently has 10015 runs to his name in 118 Tests for England. He needs another 5,907 runs to go past the Master Blaster and create history. Root has now scored 26 centuries in his Test career so far.

'An all time great': Ganguly, Vaughan & others hail Joe Root as he completes 10,000 runs in Test cricket

<p>The cricketing action will continue as England are set to host New Zealand in a two-match Test series at home, starting on June 02. It will be the beginning of a new era in England cricket as there has been a change in leadership in the Test line-up with Ben Stokes taking over from Joe Root whereas Brendon McCullum has been appointed as England's red-ball coach.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the first Test between England and New Zealand, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground, London, a report in The Telegraph states that as many as 20,000 tickets have gone unsold&nbsp;over the first four days of the match with just two days left for the series opener's commencement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The high cost of the tickets is being considered to be the main reason for the match not being a sellout so far. Thus, former England captain Michael Vaughan has slammed the high prices of the tickets ahead of the Lord's Test between England and the current World red-ball champions. He took to his official Twitter handle and wrote, "</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Lords not being full this week is embarrassing for the game .. Try &amp; blame the Jubilee if they want but I guarantee if tickets weren’t £100 - £160 it would be jam packed !!! Why are they so expensive ??? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lords?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lords</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvNZ</a></p>
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<p>Chris Millard, managing director of the Barmy Army fan group -- England cricket's ardent supporters -- pointed out, "It has to be price. We do not get tickets at Lord’s as a group, but speaking to a lot of people who go every year they have been put off due to price and the cost of living crisis."</p>

<p>As per the report, as of Monday evening (May 30), the Lord's advertisement said that 1800 tickets are still available for the opening day, 2500 on Day 2, 4600 on Day 3, and a whopping 9600 for the penultimate day.&nbsp;</p>


The cricketing action will continue as England are set to host New Zealand in a two-match Test series at home, starting on June 02. It will be the beginning of a new era in England cricket as there has been a change in leadership in the Test line-up with Ben Stokes taking over from Joe Root whereas Brendon McCullum has been appointed as England's red-ball coach.

The cricketing action will continue as England are set to host New Zealand in a two-match Test series at home, starting on June 02. It will be the beginning of a new era in England cricket as there has been a change in leadership in the Test line-up with Ben Stokes taking over from Joe Root whereas Brendon McCullum has been appointed as England's red-ball coach. Ahead of the first Test between England and New Zealand, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground, London, a report in The Telegraph states that as many as 20,000 tickets have gone unsold over the first four days of the match with just two days left for the series opener's commencement. The high cost of the tickets is being considered to be the main reason for the match not being a sellout so far. Thus, former England captain Michael Vaughan has slammed the high prices of the tickets ahead of the Lord's Test between England and the current World red-ball champions. He took to his official Twitter handle and wrote, " Lords not being full this week is embarrassing for the game .. Try & blame the Jubilee if they want but I guarantee if tickets weren’t £100 - £160 it would be jam packed !!! Why are they so expensive ??? #Lords #ENGvNZ — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) May 31, 2022 × ALSO READ | England women's 2017 ODI WC-winning duo Katherine Brunt, Nat Sciver get married in private affair Chris Millard, managing director of the Barmy Army fan group -- England cricket's ardent supporters -- pointed out, "It has to be price. We do not get tickets at Lord’s as a group, but speaking to a lot of people who go every year they have been put off due to price and the cost of living crisis." As per the report, as of Monday evening (May 30), the Lord's advertisement said that 1800 tickets are still available for the opening day, 2500 on Day 2, 4600 on Day 3, and a whopping 9600 for the penultimate day.

Eng vs NZ, 1st Test: Michael Vaughan slams ticket costs as 20,000 of them go unsold for series opener

<p>Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan believes that Virat Kohli needs to take a bit of break from cricket in order to regain his lost form.&nbsp;Kohli scored just 321 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore in this year’s Indian Premier League&nbsp;at&nbsp;a disappointing average of 22.73 with two half centuries and three golden ducks.</p>

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<p>“He is a legendary player who is going through a phase that is not too easy. Two or three years ago you just turned on the telly or arrived at the ground and knew that Virat was going to score a hundred. He just went through one of those periods where every time he batted, he seemed to get a hundred. It's a career, isn't it? You don't go through your whole career where everything is so easy.”</p>

<p>“He just needs a breather. Go and get some time with your family, get on the plane to England and then start to hit some balls again," Vaughan said during his interaction with Cricbuzz.</p>

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<p>Vaughan also said that he believes that this is just a lean patch for Kohli, and he needs to take a bit of rest in order to sort out his mental block before picking up the bat once again.</p>

<p>"It is just that little bit harder at the minute and he has got to work so hard to get back into form. But I think at the minute, he should just pack his bat into his bag and go and a sit-down with the family. I don't know where he can go without getting hassled and pestered, doing commercials. Just get away from all that, have a few weeks of chilling and he will be fresh when he picks the bat up,” he added.</p>


Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan believes that Virat Kohli needs to take a bit of break from cricket in order to regain his lost form. Kohli scored just 321 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore in this year’s Indian Premier League at a disappointing average of 22.

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan believes that Virat Kohli needs to take a bit of break from cricket in order to regain his lost form. Kohli scored just 321 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore in this year’s Indian Premier League at a disappointing average of 22.73 with two half centuries and three golden ducks. Also read | Misbah-ul-Haq reveals why he played scoop shot during 2007 T20 World Cup loss against India “He is a legendary player who is going through a phase that is not too easy. Two or three years ago you just turned on the telly or arrived at the ground and knew that Virat was going to score a hundred. He just went through one of those periods where every time he batted, he seemed to get a hundred. It's a career, isn't it? You don't go through your whole career where everything is so easy.” “He just needs a breather. Go and get some time with your family, get on the plane to England and then start to hit some balls again," Vaughan said during his interaction with Cricbuzz. Also read | Sangakkara opens up on Samson's rise as a leader for RR in IPL 2022 Vaughan also said that he believes that this is just a lean patch for Kohli, and he needs to take a bit of rest in order to sort out his mental block before picking up the bat once again. "It is just that little bit harder at the minute and he has got to work so hard to get back into form. But I think at the minute, he should just pack his bat into his bag and go and a sit-down with the family. I don't know where he can go without getting hassled and pestered, doing commercials. Just get away from all that, have a few weeks of chilling and he will be fresh when he picks the bat up,” he added.

'He should just pack his bat into his bag': Michael Vaughan has an interesting advice for Virat Kohli

<p>Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan picked Rajasthan Royals youngster Kuldeep Sen as the ‘debutant of the season’ for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the cricketer from Madhya Pradesh has impressed everyone with his performances. Speaking on Cricbuzz, the former England international said that the other choice for him was Delhi Capitals all-rounder Rovman Powell but Kuldeep’s bowling performances in key situations tiled the scales in his favour.</p>

<p>"I could say Rovman Powell, but I am going to go with Kuldeep Sen of Rajasthan Royals. He has bowled the key overs. He bowled that over against Stoinis to get them over the line in his debut match. He has got eight wickets, bowls the key overs and has been a terrific find for Rajasthan.”</p>

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<p>Kuldeep made his debut in the match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 10 and he instantly made a name for himself by defending 15 runs in the final over against Marcus Stoinis. Since then, he has taken eight wickets in seven games with figures of 4/20 against Royal Challengers Bangalore.</p>

<p>Powell has not bowled much for Delhi Capitals but he has scored 205 runs in 12 matches with an impressive strike rate of 161.42. The batting position does not allow him to play a huge number of deliveries but the West Indies all-rounder was able to play couple of match-winning knocks.</p>

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<p>Rajasthan Royals are in the top half of the table after an impressive run of form while Delhi Capitals, who are currently fifth, are looking to make their way into the playoff berths.</p>


Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan picked Rajasthan Royals youngster Kuldeep Sen as the ‘debutant of the season’ for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the cricketer from Madhya Pradesh has impressed everyone with his performances.

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan picked Rajasthan Royals youngster Kuldeep Sen as the ‘debutant of the season’ for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 as the cricketer from Madhya Pradesh has impressed everyone with his performances. Speaking on Cricbuzz, the former England international said that the other choice for him was Delhi Capitals all-rounder Rovman Powell but Kuldeep’s bowling performances in key situations tiled the scales in his favour. "I could say Rovman Powell, but I am going to go with Kuldeep Sen of Rajasthan Royals. He has bowled the key overs. He bowled that over against Stoinis to get them over the line in his debut match. He has got eight wickets, bowls the key overs and has been a terrific find for Rajasthan.” Also read | Wriddhiman Saha's unbeaten 67 gives GT a comfortable seven-wicket win over CSK Kuldeep made his debut in the match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 10 and he instantly made a name for himself by defending 15 runs in the final over against Marcus Stoinis. Since then, he has taken eight wickets in seven games with figures of 4/20 against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Powell has not bowled much for Delhi Capitals but he has scored 205 runs in 12 matches with an impressive strike rate of 161.42. The batting position does not allow him to play a huge number of deliveries but the West Indies all-rounder was able to play couple of match-winning knocks. Also read | 'Enough opportunities': Former India cricketer picks two CSK bowlers who can play for the national team Rajasthan Royals are in the top half of the table after an impressive run of form while Delhi Capitals, who are currently fifth, are looking to make their way into the playoff berths.

'Terrific find': Former England skipper picks Rajasthan Royals youngster as 'best debutant' of IPL 2022

<p>On Thursday (May 12), the England Cricket Board (ECB) announced former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum as the head coach of England's Test team. Earlier, they were reports of former South African opener Gary Kirsten getting the top job, however, McCullum pipped Kirsten to bag the post.</p>

<p>For the unversed, McCullum has coached the&nbsp;likes of Trinbago Knight Riders and&nbsp;Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, however, the England job will be his maiden full-fledged role as a national team coach. He has signed a four-year deal with the ECB and his tenure starts with England's home series versus New Zealand, i.e. the current World Test champions.</p>

<p>In his column for&nbsp;<em>The Telegraph</em>, the 2005-06 Ashes-winning England skipper Michael Vaughan reacted to McCullum's appointment. He&nbsp;wrote, "If English cricket has overlooked someone like Gary Kirsten for a second time, I do find it incredibly bizarre. I don't see how we have made that call twice. He is the perfect mentor, thinker, and cultural driver who has done it before and has the t-shirt. What England have gone for in Brendon is exciting and a big name, but it is a big risk as well."</p>

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<p>"I am all for attacking play and being aggressive (a brand of cricket McCullum mostly relies upon), but I don’t think this England Test team is in a position to play that way at the moment. They have to take small steps first and get used to playing long, hard periods of Test cricket. And then in time, if you get a group of players with a lot of confidence, they can play more flamboyantly," he added.</p>

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<p>It will be interesting to see how McCullum runs the England Test team, which is in a disarray after disastrous Ashes 2021-22 edition and a series defeat to hosts West Indies, in the Caribbean island. McCullum-Ben Stokes, the newly-appointed England Test captain, have a stern task ahead to revamp the national side in whites.</p>
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On Thursday (May 12), the England Cricket Board (ECB) announced former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum as the head coach of England's Test team. Earlier, they were reports of former South African opener Gary Kirsten getting the top job, however, McCullum pipped Kirsten to bag the post.

On Thursday (May 12), the England Cricket Board (ECB) announced former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum as the head coach of England's Test team. Earlier, they were reports of former South African opener Gary Kirsten getting the top job, however, McCullum pipped Kirsten to bag the post. For the unversed, McCullum has coached the likes of Trinbago Knight Riders and Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, however, the England job will be his maiden full-fledged role as a national team coach. He has signed a four-year deal with the ECB and his tenure starts with England's home series versus New Zealand, i.e. the current World Test champions. In his column for The Telegraph, the 2005-06 Ashes-winning England skipper Michael Vaughan reacted to McCullum's appointment. He wrote, "If English cricket has overlooked someone like Gary Kirsten for a second time, I do find it incredibly bizarre. I don't see how we have made that call twice. He is the perfect mentor, thinker, and cultural driver who has done it before and has the t-shirt. What England have gone for in Brendon is exciting and a big name, but it is a big risk as well." ALSO READ | New Zealand's former captain Brendon McCullum named coach of England Test team "I am all for attacking play and being aggressive (a brand of cricket McCullum mostly relies upon), but I don’t think this England Test team is in a position to play that way at the moment. They have to take small steps first and get used to playing long, hard periods of Test cricket. And then in time, if you get a group of players with a lot of confidence, they can play more flamboyantly," he added. It will be interesting to see how McCullum runs the England Test team, which is in a disarray after disastrous Ashes 2021-22 edition and a series defeat to hosts West Indies, in the Caribbean island. McCullum-Ben Stokes, the newly-appointed England Test captain, have a stern task ahead to revamp the national side in whites.

Michael Vaughan reacts as Brendon McCullum pips Gary Kirsten to be named England's Test coach

<p>Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) faced yet another defeat in IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (April 24). In what was the first reverse fixture of the ongoing season, the five-time champions MI locked horns with KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in a bid to finally get off the mark in the points table after losing their first seven encounters.</p>

<p>Opting to bowl first, MI had no answers against Lucknow skipper KL Rahul as his 103 not out propelled LSG to 168-5. In reply, Mumbai's big guns such as Ishan Kishan, Rohit, Suryakumar Yadav and Kieron Pollard couldn't do anything significant as only Tilak Verma put up a spirited fight before the Men in Blue managed 132-8 in 20 overs, to lose by 36 runs.</p>

<p>After yet another defeat, eighth on the trot for the MI camp, former England captain has a suggestion for the franchise. "It’s just the Mumbai operation this year, it’s just not working. It’s now got to a stage where I think it’s worth them throwing in more youngsters to give them experience. Just to see if they can unearth one or two more wonderful young players. And then if you lose another couple, I honestly think it’s time for Rohit Sharma to take a breather,” Vaughan had said.</p>

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<p>“Just take a breather. Just take your time. They play so much cricket, you have to pick and choose when you can take a breather. And if Mumbai can’t make the eliminators in a couple of games’ time, which is completely impossible, it probably is now,” he added.</p>

<p>Rohit himself has struggled to inspire his troops with the bat. So far, he has amassed only 153 runs in eight innings without a single half-century under his belt. MI continue to hold the bottom spot in the points table and are very much out of contention from the playoffs race.</p>
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Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) faced yet another defeat in IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (April 24). In what was the first reverse fixture of the ongoing season, the five-time champions MI locked horns with KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in a bid to finally get off the mark in the points table after losing their first seven encounters.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) faced yet another defeat in IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (April 24). In what was the first reverse fixture of the ongoing season, the five-time champions MI locked horns with KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai in a bid to finally get off the mark in the points table after losing their first seven encounters. Opting to bowl first, MI had no answers against Lucknow skipper KL Rahul as his 103 not out propelled LSG to 168-5. In reply, Mumbai's big guns such as Ishan Kishan, Rohit, Suryakumar Yadav and Kieron Pollard couldn't do anything significant as only Tilak Verma put up a spirited fight before the Men in Blue managed 132-8 in 20 overs, to lose by 36 runs. After yet another defeat, eighth on the trot for the MI camp, former England captain has a suggestion for the franchise. "It’s just the Mumbai operation this year, it’s just not working. It’s now got to a stage where I think it’s worth them throwing in more youngsters to give them experience. Just to see if they can unearth one or two more wonderful young players. And then if you lose another couple, I honestly think it’s time for Rohit Sharma to take a breather,” Vaughan had said. ALSO READ | 'I love this team': Rohit Sharma shares heartfelt message for fans after MI's 8th straight defeat in IPL 2022 “Just take a breather. Just take your time. They play so much cricket, you have to pick and choose when you can take a breather. And if Mumbai can’t make the eliminators in a couple of games’ time, which is completely impossible, it probably is now,” he added. Rohit himself has struggled to inspire his troops with the bat. So far, he has amassed only 153 runs in eight innings without a single half-century under his belt. MI continue to hold the bottom spot in the points table and are very much out of contention from the playoffs race.

Time for Rohit Sharma to take a breather, says Michael Vaughan as Mumbai Indians remain winless in IPL 2022

<p>Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was all praise for compatriot Jos Buttler who scored his second consecutive century for Rajasthan Royals on Friday. The explosive opener slammed his third hundred of the IPL 2022 as he guided his side to victory over Delhi Capitals.</p>

<p>Vaughan, who led England to their historic Ashes victory in 2005, said that Buttler is the best T20 player in the world and his batting is improving with time as is evident in the Indian Premier League.</p>

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<p>"Jos Buttler, the best T20 player in the world. It's a no-brainer. As soon as you get the chance to retain someone like Buttler, you do it. You stick him at the top of the order, and you watch him flourish. His form, expertise, power, and skills are just getting better and better," Vaughan said.</p>

<p>Vaughan also backed the 31-year-old to lead England in the T20I sometime in the future.</p>

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<p>"I think he's just going to be a white-ball specialist. And I still think he can improve. He will be the England captain in T20s; I don't think it could be too far away. If not for this World Cup, definitely for the next one. He's that sort of a cricketer," Vaughan said about Buttler’s future prospects.</p>

<p>Buttler is leading the race for the IPL orange cap with 491 runs in 7 matches and with three centuries to his name, he is the best batsman in the tournament right now. He has been instrumental in his team’s success as they sit at the top of the points table after their win over Delhi Capitals.</p>


Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was all praise for compatriot Jos Buttler who scored his second consecutive century for Rajasthan Royals on Friday.

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was all praise for compatriot Jos Buttler who scored his second consecutive century for Rajasthan Royals on Friday. The explosive opener slammed his third hundred of the IPL 2022 as he guided his side to victory over Delhi Capitals. Vaughan, who led England to their historic Ashes victory in 2005, said that Buttler is the best T20 player in the world and his batting is improving with time as is evident in the Indian Premier League. Also read | Russell achieves unique feat with four-wicket haul in final over against GT "Jos Buttler, the best T20 player in the world. It's a no-brainer. As soon as you get the chance to retain someone like Buttler, you do it. You stick him at the top of the order, and you watch him flourish. His form, expertise, power, and skills are just getting better and better," Vaughan said. Vaughan also backed the 31-year-old to lead England in the T20I sometime in the future. Also read | Kane picks his favourite IPL team, calls Virat Kohli 'incredible to watch' "I think he's just going to be a white-ball specialist. And I still think he can improve. He will be the England captain in T20s; I don't think it could be too far away. If not for this World Cup, definitely for the next one. He's that sort of a cricketer," Vaughan said about Buttler’s future prospects. Buttler is leading the race for the IPL orange cap with 491 runs in 7 matches and with three centuries to his name, he is the best batsman in the tournament right now. He has been instrumental in his team’s success as they sit at the top of the points table after their win over Delhi Capitals.

'It's a no-brainer': Former England skipper names his pick for 'best T20 player in the world'

<p>IPL 2022 has been a big hit so far. This year has seen plenty of new captains in the form of Ravindra Jadeja, Mayank Agarwal, Hardik Pandya, Faf du Plessis along with some other young and inexperienced leaders such as Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant along with proven ones including Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson.</p>

<p>Among the debutant and inexperienced captains, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul and Sanju Samson have managed to lead their respective franchises reasonably well and, thus, the three teams are in the top-4 in the points table after match 31. However, former England captain Micheal Vaughan has been impressed with Rishabh Pant's calmness while leading an inconsistent Delhi Capitals (DC).</p>

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<p>Speaking about the DC camp, Vaughan said, "That opening combination is such a key part of the Delhi method, Prithvi Shaw and David Warner coming out and opening aggressively. And then the skipper himself who is settling into the job quite nicely. I have been impressed by Rishabh's captaincy, he has been a lot calmer than I thought he would be. I thought he would be a bit excited but really impressed by his calmness."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pant has&nbsp;amassed 144 runs in five outings, at a strike-rate of 146.93. In addition,&nbsp;he has&nbsp;not been bogged down in terms of body language and captaincy approach despite DC's barren run in the 15th season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dwelling on DC's poor run, where they have won only one of their last four games, Vaughan said, "You are just desperate when you need to win a match for one of your better players to show up and do something special. I think Ricky will be telling the team collectively to play smart but he will also be going to bed thinking, 'come on Davey' or 'come on Prithvi'. Just one of you get off to a flying start, get a century and that pretty much does the trick in T20 cricket."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Covid-hit DC camp are facing Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match 32 of IPL 2022 edition on Wednesday evening (April 20). They will next lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 34, at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Friday (April 22). Currently, they occupy the eighth position in the points table with two wins from five encounters.</p>


IPL 2022 has been a big hit so far. This year has seen plenty of new captains in the form of Ravindra Jadeja, Mayank Agarwal, Hardik Pandya, Faf du Plessis along with some other young and inexperienced leaders such as Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant along with proven ones including Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson.

IPL 2022 has been a big hit so far. This year has seen plenty of new captains in the form of Ravindra Jadeja, Mayank Agarwal, Hardik Pandya, Faf du Plessis along with some other young and inexperienced leaders such as Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant along with proven ones including Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson. Among the debutant and inexperienced captains, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul and Sanju Samson have managed to lead their respective franchises reasonably well and, thus, the three teams are in the top-4 in the points table after match 31. However, former England captain Micheal Vaughan has been impressed with Rishabh Pant's calmness while leading an inconsistent Delhi Capitals (DC). ALSO READ | IPL 2022: DC's game vs PBKS to go ahead despite COVID-19 scare, RR clash shifted from Pune to Mumbai Speaking about the DC camp, Vaughan said, "That opening combination is such a key part of the Delhi method, Prithvi Shaw and David Warner coming out and opening aggressively. And then the skipper himself who is settling into the job quite nicely. I have been impressed by Rishabh's captaincy, he has been a lot calmer than I thought he would be. I thought he would be a bit excited but really impressed by his calmness." Pant has amassed 144 runs in five outings, at a strike-rate of 146.93. In addition, he has not been bogged down in terms of body language and captaincy approach despite DC's barren run in the 15th season. Dwelling on DC's poor run, where they have won only one of their last four games, Vaughan said, "You are just desperate when you need to win a match for one of your better players to show up and do something special. I think Ricky will be telling the team collectively to play smart but he will also be going to bed thinking, 'come on Davey' or 'come on Prithvi'. Just one of you get off to a flying start, get a century and that pretty much does the trick in T20 cricket." ALSO READ | Sunil Gavaskar hails SRH's Umran Malik for speed and accuracy, says 'he's going to play for India' The Covid-hit DC camp are facing Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match 32 of IPL 2022 edition on Wednesday evening (April 20). They will next lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 34, at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Friday (April 22). Currently, they occupy the eighth position in the points table with two wins from five encounters.

Not Hardik Pandya or KL Rahul! Michael Vaughan names IPL captain who has impressed with his calmness

<p>Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was not happy with Ravindra Jadeja’s captaincy during Chennai Super Kings’ loss against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.</p>

<p>Vaughan questioned Jadeja’s captaincy for CSK this season and said that under the leadership of MS Dhoni, the team did not struggle to win matches in tough situations.</p>

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<p>"As a new captain, you want to win tight games. Honestly, it wasn't a tight game, and they lost it. They should have easily won that game by 10 or 15 runs, and I can only imagine what would happen now. I don't remember seeing MS Dhoni lose too many games like that. You are never used to seeing MS' side lose a tight game and wouldn't have even let it get to be tight, "Vaughan told Cricbuzz.</p>

<p>Jadeja took over the captaincy role just ahead of the new season as Dhoni stepped down after serving as CSK skipper since the inception of IPL in 2008. Dhoni won four IPL titles and two Champions League T20 titles with Chennai Super Kings before stepping down this season.</p>

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<p>Chennai Super Kings have lost five out of their six encounters this season with the side struggling in the ninth spot. The defending champions lost their previous encounter against Gujarat Titans with the match going to the final over but the CSK bowler were unable to defend the total.</p>

<p>GT were four wickets down with not even 40 runs on the board but a good partnership between David Miller and Rashid Khan meant that CSK faced their fifth loss of the competition.</p>


Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was not happy with Ravindra Jadeja’s captaincy during Chennai Super Kings’ loss against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday.

Former England cricket team skipper Michael Vaughan was not happy with Ravindra Jadeja’s captaincy during Chennai Super Kings’ loss against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Sunday. Vaughan questioned Jadeja’s captaincy for CSK this season and said that under the leadership of MS Dhoni, the team did not struggle to win matches in tough situations. Also read | IPL 2022: DC vs PBKS back on track as Marsh tests negative for COVID-19 "As a new captain, you want to win tight games. Honestly, it wasn't a tight game, and they lost it. They should have easily won that game by 10 or 15 runs, and I can only imagine what would happen now. I don't remember seeing MS Dhoni lose too many games like that. You are never used to seeing MS' side lose a tight game and wouldn't have even let it get to be tight, "Vaughan told Cricbuzz. Jadeja took over the captaincy role just ahead of the new season as Dhoni stepped down after serving as CSK skipper since the inception of IPL in 2008. Dhoni won four IPL titles and two Champions League T20 titles with Chennai Super Kings before stepping down this season. Also read | Memes galore as 'Cancel IPL' trends on Twitter after COVID-19 scare in DC camp Chennai Super Kings have lost five out of their six encounters this season with the side struggling in the ninth spot. The defending champions lost their previous encounter against Gujarat Titans with the match going to the final over but the CSK bowler were unable to defend the total. GT were four wickets down with not even 40 runs on the board but a good partnership between David Miller and Rashid Khan meant that CSK faced their fifth loss of the competition.

'It wasn't a tight game': Former England skipper criticises Ravindra Jadeja after CSK's fifth IPL loss

<p>Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed star all-rounder Ben Stokes to take over the baton from Joe Root after his resignation as the Test skipper of the England cricket team. Root stepped down as England's Test skipper on Friday (April 15) stating that the job had taken a toll on him recently after a string of poor results for his side.</p>

<p>Calls for Root's sacking had grown after England were thrashed 4-0 by Australia in the Ashes 2021-22 Down Under followed by a series defeat against West Indies. Root led England in the longest format for five years before bringing an end to his stint on Friday.</p>

<p>England are yet to officially announce Root's replacement as the next Test captain of the side but star all-rounder Ben Stokes is one of the favourites to take over. Stokes is one of the regulars across formats for England and has been producing consistent performances with the bat and the ball.</p>

<p>Vaughan said he doesn't see anyone else barring Stokes, who can take over England's Test captaincy from Root. The former England skipper said Stokes has a good cricketing brain and has also earned the respect of the players around him which make him an ideal candidate to lead the team going forward.</p>

<p>"I don't see anyone else who could take the position and be guaranteed of their place in the side," Vaughan told the BBC.</p>

<p>"In Ben Stokes, you have clearly got someone who has got a smart cricket brain, he's going to give it everything, he is certainly going to have the respect of the players around him," he added.</p>

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<p>Not just Vaughan, but former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have also put their weight behind Stokes to take over as the next Test captain of the side. Stokes had taken an indefinite break from cricket to focus on mental health in July last year before making his comeback in the Ashes 2021-22.</p>

<p>The star all-rounder is currently out with an injury in his left knee but is expected to make his comeback in the County Championship for Durham next. Hussain called Stokes 'naturally gifted' but wants the England Cricket Board to be sure he wants to take up the challenge before handing him the captaincy.</p>

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<p>"You have to be in a good place mentally and physically to do the job - and Ben has had his problems away from the field," Hussain wrote in his&nbsp;column for&nbsp;<em>Daily Mail</em>.</p>

<p>"Whoever the new director of cricket is, the first thing they must do is ... sit down with Stokes, look him in the eye and find out where he is," he added.</p>


Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed star all-rounder Ben Stokes to take over the baton from Joe Root after his resignation as the Test skipper of the England cricket team.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed star all-rounder Ben Stokes to take over the baton from Joe Root after his resignation as the Test skipper of the England cricket team. Root stepped down as England's Test skipper on Friday (April 15) stating that the job had taken a toll on him recently after a string of poor results for his side. Calls for Root's sacking had grown after England were thrashed 4-0 by Australia in the Ashes 2021-22 Down Under followed by a series defeat against West Indies. Root led England in the longest format for five years before bringing an end to his stint on Friday. England are yet to officially announce Root's replacement as the next Test captain of the side but star all-rounder Ben Stokes is one of the favourites to take over. Stokes is one of the regulars across formats for England and has been producing consistent performances with the bat and the ball. Vaughan said he doesn't see anyone else barring Stokes, who can take over England's Test captaincy from Root. The former England skipper said Stokes has a good cricketing brain and has also earned the respect of the players around him which make him an ideal candidate to lead the team going forward. "I don't see anyone else who could take the position and be guaranteed of their place in the side," Vaughan told the BBC. "In Ben Stokes, you have clearly got someone who has got a smart cricket brain, he's going to give it everything, he is certainly going to have the respect of the players around him," he added. Also Read: Joe Root steps down as England cricket team Test captain following West Indies defeat Not just Vaughan, but former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have also put their weight behind Stokes to take over as the next Test captain of the side. Stokes had taken an indefinite break from cricket to focus on mental health in July last year before making his comeback in the Ashes 2021-22. The star all-rounder is currently out with an injury in his left knee but is expected to make his comeback in the County Championship for Durham next. Hussain called Stokes 'naturally gifted' but wants the England Cricket Board to be sure he wants to take up the challenge before handing him the captaincy. Also Read: Michael Vaughan, Ben Stokes lead tributes for Joe Root after resignation as England skipper "You have to be in a good place mentally and physically to do the job - and Ben has had his problems away from the field," Hussain wrote in his column for Daily Mail. "Whoever the new director of cricket is, the first thing they must do is ... sit down with Stokes, look him in the eye and find out where he is," he added.

'I don't see anyone else': Michael Vaughan picks Joe Root's replacement as England's Test captain

<p>Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pacer T Natarajan has been impressive so far in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. The left-arm pacer has been the leading wicket-taker for his franchise and has continued his heroics in the death overs once again this season. Natarajan, who is known for his ability to nail perfect yorkers under pressure, is one of the best death over bowlers in the tournament at present.</p>

<p>Natarajan had risen to prominence after his brilliant campaign with SRH in IPL 2020 where he picked up 16 wickets in 16 matches for his team and was later called up in the Indian team. Natarajan went on to have an impressive tour of Australia with the Indian team and made his limited-overs and Test debut on the same tour.</p>

<p>However, his progress was hampered due to injuries and fitness issues as he had to spend several months on the sidelines. Natarajan managed to play only 2 matches in IPL 2021 for SRH and was later released by the franchise. However, he was bought back for Rs 4 crore (INR 40 million) at the mega auction and has returned to his best once again this year.</p>

<p>Natarajan finished with figures of 3/37 in SRH's clash against Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday as he helped his side attain a comfortable 7-wicket win against the Shreyas Iyer-led side. He has so far picked up 11 wickets in just 5 games this season and is the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament so far.</p>

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<p>Lauding him for his bowling heroics, former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged the Indian selectors to keep an eye on Natarajan and ensure that he is in the scheme of things for the national team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 this year. Vaughan said the selectors will be silly not to look at Natarajan as he brings variety with his left-arm pace.</p>

<p>"Looking at India, I think they'd be silly not to look at him. He's a left-armer; the angle that the left-armers bring bowling in the backend of the innings when the pitches just start to grip, they can protect certain sections of the ground," Vaughan said on Cricbuzz.</p>

<p>"A number of good T20 teams have one or two left-arm seamers in their attacks. If I was an Indian selector, I would be keeping a close eye on him," added the former England skipper.</p>

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<p>After losing their first two games in a row, Sunrisers Hyderabad have managed to find the winning momentum in IPL 2022 as they have now clinched their last three games in a row. The Kane Williamson-led side is placed seventh on the points table at present.</p>


Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pacer T Natarajan has been impressive so far in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. The left-arm pacer has been the leading wicket-taker for his franchise and has continued his heroics in the death overs once again this season.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pacer T Natarajan has been impressive so far in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. The left-arm pacer has been the leading wicket-taker for his franchise and has continued his heroics in the death overs once again this season. Natarajan, who is known for his ability to nail perfect yorkers under pressure, is one of the best death over bowlers in the tournament at present. Natarajan had risen to prominence after his brilliant campaign with SRH in IPL 2020 where he picked up 16 wickets in 16 matches for his team and was later called up in the Indian team. Natarajan went on to have an impressive tour of Australia with the Indian team and made his limited-overs and Test debut on the same tour. However, his progress was hampered due to injuries and fitness issues as he had to spend several months on the sidelines. Natarajan managed to play only 2 matches in IPL 2021 for SRH and was later released by the franchise. However, he was bought back for Rs 4 crore (INR 40 million) at the mega auction and has returned to his best once again this year. Natarajan finished with figures of 3/37 in SRH's clash against Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday as he helped his side attain a comfortable 7-wicket win against the Shreyas Iyer-led side. He has so far picked up 11 wickets in just 5 games this season and is the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament so far. Also Read: Dale Steyn reveals story behind his celebration after Umran Malik's unplayable yorker against KKR Lauding him for his bowling heroics, former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged the Indian selectors to keep an eye on Natarajan and ensure that he is in the scheme of things for the national team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 this year. Vaughan said the selectors will be silly not to look at Natarajan as he brings variety with his left-arm pace. "Looking at India, I think they'd be silly not to look at him. He's a left-armer; the angle that the left-armers bring bowling in the backend of the innings when the pitches just start to grip, they can protect certain sections of the ground," Vaughan said on Cricbuzz. "A number of good T20 teams have one or two left-arm seamers in their attacks. If I was an Indian selector, I would be keeping a close eye on him," added the former England skipper. Also Read: Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram guide Sunrisers Hyderabad to victory over Kolkata Knight Riders After losing their first two games in a row, Sunrisers Hyderabad have managed to find the winning momentum in IPL 2022 as they have now clinched their last three games in a row. The Kane Williamson-led side is placed seventh on the points table at present.

'They'd be silly not to look at him': Michael Vaughan urges Indian selectors to keep an eye on T Natarajan

<p>Joe Root stepped down as the England cricket team Test captain on Friday following series defeats in the Ashes series against Australia and the recently concluded close series against West Indies.</p>

<p>Root had a number of ups and down since taking over the captaincy role back in 2017 and he led the England side in Test cricket on 64 occasions. Following the loss against West Indies, a number of former skippers turned against him and asked for him to step down from the captaincy role.</p>

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<p>Following the resignation, a number of prominent personalities paid tribute to Joe Root.</p>

<p>"He gave it everything with very little support for the Red ball team under his watch .. then he had to deal with Covid times .. he still is and will the games best role model for many many years .. now enjoy being the senior player for many more seasons@root66," wrote Michael Vaughan.</p>

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<p>England teammate Ben Stokes also shared a picture with Joe Root with the caption – “Been a great ride with you my friend. Watching one of my great mates lead us all out on to the field was a privilege. You have given everything to English cricket and we all want to say thank you for your sacrifices and hard work.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/joe-root-steps-down-as-england-cricket-team-test-captain-following-west-indies-defeat-471144" hreflang="en">Joe Root steps down as England Test captain following West Indies defeat</a></p>

<p>Joe Root stepped down from the position with immediate effect but the name of his replacement has not been named till now. With no captaincy announcement following the resignation, speculations remain over the announcement of the new England skipper.</p>


Joe Root stepped down as the England cricket team Test captain on Friday following series defeats in the Ashes series against Australia and the recently concluded close series against West Indies.

Joe Root stepped down as the England cricket team Test captain on Friday following series defeats in the Ashes series against Australia and the recently concluded close series against West Indies. Root had a number of ups and down since taking over the captaincy role back in 2017 and he led the England side in Test cricket on 64 occasions. Following the loss against West Indies, a number of former skippers turned against him and asked for him to step down from the captaincy role. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ben Stokes (@stokesy) Following the resignation, a number of prominent personalities paid tribute to Joe Root. "He gave it everything with very little support for the Red ball team under his watch .. then he had to deal with Covid times .. he still is and will the games best role model for many many years .. now enjoy being the senior player for many more seasons@root66," wrote Michael Vaughan. He gave it everything with very little support for the Red ball team under his watch .. then he had to deal with Covid times .. he still is and will the games best role model for many many years .. now enjoy being the senior player for many more seasons @root66 👍👍 — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) April 15, 2022 × England teammate Ben Stokes also shared a picture with Joe Root with the caption – “Been a great ride with you my friend. Watching one of my great mates lead us all out on to the field was a privilege. You have given everything to English cricket and we all want to say thank you for your sacrifices and hard work. Also read | Joe Root steps down as England Test captain following West Indies defeat Joe Root stepped down from the position with immediate effect but the name of his replacement has not been named till now. With no captaincy announcement following the resignation, speculations remain over the announcement of the new England skipper.

Michael Vaughan, Ben Stokes lead tributes for Joe Root after resignation as England skipper

<p class="MsoNormal">Former England cricket team skipper believes that Shreyas Iyer to Kolkata Knight Riders was the ‘best deal’ of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season thanks to his batting and captaincy skills.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“I think, of all the manoeuvres in the auction, Shreyas to KKR was the best deal. I think it's a tremendous switch for KKR. He has already shown to be a very good captain for Delhi. But it's his batting. I like his manner. He knows how to control people, which is a lot of what captaincy is all about,” Vaughan told Cricbuzz while analysing the performance of franchises in the mega auction.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>Also read |&nbsp;</o:p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2022-trent-boult-leaves-kl-rahul-gobsmacked-with-an-absolute-jaffa-in-lsgs-run-chase-versus-rr-watch-470143" hreflang="en">Trent Boult leaves KL Rahul gobsmacked with an absolute jaffa in LSG's run-chase versus RR - WATCH</a></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Kolkata Knight Riders went into the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 mega auction with a clear intention of picking up a captain for the side. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">With the team not retaining Eoin Morgan and Dinesh Karthik, the message was clear that they were in the hunt for a new leader and they found the perfect answer in Shreyas Iyer who also entered the auction after parting ways with Delhi Capitals.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Shreyas was part of the Delhi Capitals side for quite some time and he also led them before suffering an injury in 2021.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>Also read |&nbsp;</o:p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2022-questions-over-umran-malik-sunrisers-hyderabad-predicted-xi-against-gujarat-titans-470148" hreflang="en">IPL 2022: Questions over Umran Malik? Sunrisers Hyderabad predicted XI against Gujarat Titans</a></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">He was replaced by Rishabh Pant and although he had a good show in the later half of the tournament, the need for captaincy led to the parting of ways with the franchise.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">KKR picked Shreyas Iyer for a sum of INR 122.5 million which made him the second most expensive player in the auction and under his leadership, the side has won three out of their five matches this season. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Shreyas was also able to find his batting form with a gritty half century against Delhi Capitals.<o:p></o:p><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>


Former England cricket team skipper believes that Shreyas Iyer to Kolkata Knight Riders was the ‘best deal’ of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season thanks to his batting and captaincy skills.

Former England cricket team skipper believes that Shreyas Iyer to Kolkata Knight Riders was the ‘best deal’ of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season thanks to his batting and captaincy skills. “I think, of all the manoeuvres in the auction, Shreyas to KKR was the best deal. I think it's a tremendous switch for KKR. He has already shown to be a very good captain for Delhi. But it's his batting. I like his manner. He knows how to control people, which is a lot of what captaincy is all about,” Vaughan told Cricbuzz while analysing the performance of franchises in the mega auction. Also read | Trent Boult leaves KL Rahul gobsmacked with an absolute jaffa in LSG's run-chase versus RR - WATCH Kolkata Knight Riders went into the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 mega auction with a clear intention of picking up a captain for the side. With the team not retaining Eoin Morgan and Dinesh Karthik, the message was clear that they were in the hunt for a new leader and they found the perfect answer in Shreyas Iyer who also entered the auction after parting ways with Delhi Capitals. Shreyas was part of the Delhi Capitals side for quite some time and he also led them before suffering an injury in 2021. Also read | IPL 2022: Questions over Umran Malik? Sunrisers Hyderabad predicted XI against Gujarat Titans He was replaced by Rishabh Pant and although he had a good show in the later half of the tournament, the need for captaincy led to the parting of ways with the franchise. KKR picked Shreyas Iyer for a sum of INR 122.5 million which made him the second most expensive player in the auction and under his leadership, the side has won three out of their five matches this season. Shreyas was also able to find his batting form with a gritty half century against Delhi Capitals.

'Tremendous switch' - Former England skipper picks India youngster as best transfer of IPL 2022

<p>On Sunday (March 27), there was a lot of cricketing action in store. From ICC Women's World Cup, IPL and England-West Indies third and final Test, in the Caribbean island, there were plenty of things in store for the ardent cricket fans worldwide.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about the England-Windies third Test, at the National Cricket Stadium, St George's, Grenada, Joe Root-led visitors setup a 28-run target for the hosts after they were leading by only ten runs with two wickets in hand at stumps on Day Three. As a result, the Kraigg Brathwaite-led Windies finished the proceedings in a jiffy on Day Four and went on to claim the&nbsp;Botham-Richards Trophy 1-0 courtesy their ten-wicket win in the series decider.</p>

<p>Post the Test series, Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan were involved in another hilarious banter between each other on Twitter. Jaffer started the banter, emphasising&nbsp;England batter's disastrous run whereas the former English captain also poked fun at the ex-Indian opener.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">With just 1 win in last 17 Tests, not surprised you have given up on the men's team Michael 😜 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WIvENG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WIvENG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/xXNO71RmeR">https://t.co/xXNO71RmeR</a></p>
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<p>Coming to England's poor run in Tests, including the 4-0 hammering in 2021/22 Ashes edition, Root said at the post-match presentation, "I think we have learnt a lot as a group, the most important thing is to keep that attitude. We need to keep approaching things like we have done, that's the key. I think I made it clear that I am passionate about this team, that has not changed. We are so lucky to get the support that we do."</p>


On Sunday (March 27), there was a lot of cricketing action in store. From ICC Women's World Cup, IPL and England-West Indies third and final Test, in the Caribbean island, there were plenty of things in store for the ardent cricket fans worldwide.

On Sunday (March 27), there was a lot of cricketing action in store. From ICC Women's World Cup, IPL and England-West Indies third and final Test, in the Caribbean island, there were plenty of things in store for the ardent cricket fans worldwide. Talking about the England-Windies third Test, at the National Cricket Stadium, St George's, Grenada, Joe Root-led visitors setup a 28-run target for the hosts after they were leading by only ten runs with two wickets in hand at stumps on Day Three. As a result, the Kraigg Brathwaite-led Windies finished the proceedings in a jiffy on Day Four and went on to claim the Botham-Richards Trophy 1-0 courtesy their ten-wicket win in the series decider. Post the Test series, Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan were involved in another hilarious banter between each other on Twitter. Jaffer started the banter, emphasising England batter's disastrous run whereas the former English captain also poked fun at the ex-Indian opener. Here's their whole conversation: England 120 all out! What happened @MichaelVaughan was this Extras guy unavailable due to IPL or what? 😜 #WIvENG #IPL2022 pic.twitter.com/lSetnPSif5 — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) March 27, 2022 × Wasim .. At the moment we are focusing on the Womens World Cup semis .. !!! 😜😜 https://t.co/ubwxORXKBU — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 27, 2022 × With just 1 win in last 17 Tests, not surprised you have given up on the men's team Michael 😜 #WIvENG #IPL2022 https://t.co/xXNO71RmeR — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) March 28, 2022 × ALSO READ | Coming to England's poor run in Tests, including the 4-0 hammering in 2021/22 Ashes edition, Root said at the post-match presentation, "I think we have learnt a lot as a group, the most important thing is to keep that attitude. We need to keep approaching things like we have done, that's the key. I think I made it clear that I am passionate about this team, that has not changed. We are so lucky to get the support that we do."

Wasim Jaffer, Michael Vaughan engage in hilarious banter after England lose Test series vs West Indies

<p>Babar Azam's 196 stood tall as Pakistan fought hard to achieve a draw in the second and penultimate Test versus Australia at the National Stadium, Karachi on Wednesday (March 16). After conceding a whopping 408-run lead in the first innings, hosts Pakistan had a herculean task to weather the storm when they came out to bat in pursuit of a mammoth 506-run target set up by Pat Cummins &amp; Co.</p>

<p>On Day 4, Pakistan went to stumps at 192-2, with skipper Babar surpassing the triple-figure mark. On the final day, he led the charge once again -- despite losing opener&nbsp;Abdullah Shafique (96) -- with wicketkeeper-batsman and vice-captain Mohammad Rizwan (104 not out) as the home side managed to reach 443-7 when the match ended in a riveting draw.</p>

<p>Following Babar's stellar innings, where he became the first Pakistani batter to face&nbsp;400-plus deliveries in the fourth innings, former England captain Michael Vaughan lavished huge praise on the right-hander. Vaughan, who remains vocal on various aspects of the gentlemen's game, took to his official Twitter handle and lauded Babar.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/babar-azam-led-pakistan-become-second-team-to-achieve-historic-feat-after-drawn-test-vs-australia-462960"><strong>Babar Azam-led Pakistan become second team to achieve historic feat after drawn Test vs Australia</strong></a></p>

<p>“Without question I think @babarazam258 is the best all round Batter in the World right now .. Brilliant across all the formats .. #PAKvAUS ..”, Vaughan tweeted.</p>

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<p>Thus, this surely is a big compliment for Babar, who as per Vaughan is currently above the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Steve Smith, Kane Williamson, etc. in the modern era.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/babar-azam-scripts-history-achieves-elite-feat-during-marathon-196-run-knock-in-2nd-test-vs-australia-462928"><strong>Babar Azam scripts history, achieves elite feat during marathon 196-run knock in 2nd Test vs Australia</strong></a></p>

<p>For the unversed, Babar now also has the highest score by&nbsp;a captain in the fourth innings of a Test match following his 196-run knock, studded with 21 fours and a six. He displayed great determination, patience, composure and solid technique to keep the Aussie bowlers at bay and single-handedly lead the show for his side.</p>

<p>The third and final Test will now commence on March 21&nbsp;at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore with the series currently levelled at 0-0.</p>


Babar Azam's 196 stood tall as Pakistan fought hard to achieve a draw in the second and penultimate Test versus Australia at the National Stadium, Karachi on Wednesday (March 16).

Babar Azam's 196 stood tall as Pakistan fought hard to achieve a draw in the second and penultimate Test versus Australia at the National Stadium, Karachi on Wednesday (March 16). After conceding a whopping 408-run lead in the first innings, hosts Pakistan had a herculean task to weather the storm when they came out to bat in pursuit of a mammoth 506-run target set up by Pat Cummins & Co. On Day 4, Pakistan went to stumps at 192-2, with skipper Babar surpassing the triple-figure mark. On the final day, he led the charge once again -- despite losing opener Abdullah Shafique (96) -- with wicketkeeper-batsman and vice-captain Mohammad Rizwan (104 not out) as the home side managed to reach 443-7 when the match ended in a riveting draw. Following Babar's stellar innings, where he became the first Pakistani batter to face 400-plus deliveries in the fourth innings, former England captain Michael Vaughan lavished huge praise on the right-hander. Vaughan, who remains vocal on various aspects of the gentlemen's game, took to his official Twitter handle and lauded Babar. ALSO READ | Babar Azam-led Pakistan become second team to achieve historic feat after drawn Test vs Australia “Without question I think @babarazam258 is the best all round Batter in the World right now .. Brilliant across all the formats .. #PAKvAUS ..”, Vaughan tweeted. Without question I think @babarazam258 is the best all round Batter in the World right now .. Brilliant across all the formats .. #PAKvAUS .. — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 16, 2022 × Thus, this surely is a big compliment for Babar, who as per Vaughan is currently above the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Steve Smith, Kane Williamson, etc. in the modern era. ALSO READ | Babar Azam scripts history, achieves elite feat during marathon 196-run knock in 2nd Test vs Australia For the unversed, Babar now also has the highest score by a captain in the fourth innings of a Test match following his 196-run knock, studded with 21 fours and a six. He displayed great determination, patience, composure and solid technique to keep the Aussie bowlers at bay and single-handedly lead the show for his side. The third and final Test will now commence on March 21 at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore with the series currently levelled at 0-0.

Best all-round batter in the world: Vaughan lavishes huge praise on Pakistan captain after 2nd Test vs AUS

<p>Former England skipper Michael Vaughan on Thursday lavished praise on Delhi batter Yash Dhull for his incredible first-class debut in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Elite Group H match.</p>

<p>Yash Dhull scored a ton against Tamil Nadu in the ongoing Elite Group H contest here at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Thursday.</p>

<p>"100 on his first-class debut ... Yash Dhull is a player we will be seeing lots of over the next few years," Vaughan tweeted.</p>

<p>Sent out to open, Dhull brought up his century off just 133 balls with the help of 16 boundaries. In the ongoing match, Tamil Nadu won the toss and opted to bowl first.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ranji-trophy-u19-wc-winning-captain-yash-dhull-stars-on-first-class-debut-smashes-century-against-tamil-nadu-453989">Ranji Trophy: U19 WC-winning captain Yash Dhull stars on first-class debut, smashes century against Tamil Nadu</a></p>

<p>When on 97, Dhull was dismissed by M Mohammed but the ball turned out to be a no-ball, and the young Delhi batter got a reprieve.</p>

<p>Earlier this month, Dhull had led India to a record fifth U19 World Cup triumph after the boys in blue defeated England in the summit clash.</p>


Former England skipper Michael Vaughan on Thursday lavished praise on Delhi batter Yash Dhull for his incredible first-class debut in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Elite Group H match.

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan on Thursday lavished praise on Delhi batter Yash Dhull for his incredible first-class debut in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Elite Group H match. Yash Dhull scored a ton against Tamil Nadu in the ongoing Elite Group H contest here at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Thursday. "100 on his first-class debut ... Yash Dhull is a player we will be seeing lots of over the next few years," Vaughan tweeted. Sent out to open, Dhull brought up his century off just 133 balls with the help of 16 boundaries. In the ongoing match, Tamil Nadu won the toss and opted to bowl first. ALSO READ: Ranji Trophy: U19 WC-winning captain Yash Dhull stars on first-class debut, smashes century against Tamil Nadu When on 97, Dhull was dismissed by M Mohammed but the ball turned out to be a no-ball, and the young Delhi batter got a reprieve. Earlier this month, Dhull had led India to a record fifth U19 World Cup triumph after the boys in blue defeated England in the summit clash.

Ranji Trophy: Michael Vaughan praises Yash Dhull for scoring record ton on first-class debut

<p>The Indian Premier League (IPL)'s birth has been a gamechanger for cricket. In 2008, the IPL kicked off which led to the start of various T20 leagues across the globe. The likes of Australia, England, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, etc. have started their own respective leagues in the shortest format.</p>

<p>Moreover, the likes of Australia and England have gone a step ahead in also running women's T20 leagues simultaneously, in the form of Women's Big Bash League (BBL), The Hundred, respectively. Such leagues have also gained eyeballs and led to the overall popularity of women's cricket worldwide.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, the&nbsp;BCCI have managed to consolidate IPL's growth over the years and also start the Women's T20 Challenge. However, the women's version remains limited to only a few games.&nbsp; Amid the growing pressure on the Indian cricket board to start a full-fledged Women's IPL, former England captain Michael Vaughan has joined the bandwagon&nbsp;and urged BCCI President Sourav Ganguly to make the Women's IPL top priority.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/upto-you-all-to-judge-my-legacy-sourav-ganguly-on-his-tenure-as-bcci-president-450365">'Upto you all to judge my legacy' - Sourav Ganguly on his tenure as BCCI President</a></strong></p>

<p>Taking to his official Twitter handle, Vaughan wrote, "A Women's #IPL should be top priority now @SGanguly99&nbsp;!! Let’s get it sorted .."</p>

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<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-chief-sourav-ganguly-confirms-indias-pink-ball-test-vs-sri-lanka-to-be-held-in-bengaluru-450123">BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly confirms India's pink-ball Test vs Sri Lanka to be held in Bengaluru</a></strong></p>

<p>India have quite a few popular women's cricketers, such as&nbsp;Mithali Raj, Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jhulan Goswami, etc. Harman, Smriti, Jemimah have also been a part of WBBL, The Hundred and made heads turn with their performances and overall presence. Thus, BCCI have&nbsp; a good base ready and a platform to cash in and make a sizeable T20 league focusing on women's cricket.</p>

<p>Recently, Ganguly spilled the beans on BCCI's plan regarding Women's IPL.&nbsp;"Hopefully, in the future, we will be able to host a bigger women’s IPL once the number of women players [player pool] goes up. But this year, the Women’s T20 Challenge will happen during the IPL playoffs,” said Ganguly while talking to&nbsp;<em>Sportstar</em>.&nbsp;</p>


The Indian Premier League (IPL)'s birth has been a gamechanger for cricket. In 2008, the IPL kicked off which led to the start of various T20 leagues across the globe.

The Indian Premier League (IPL)'s birth has been a gamechanger for cricket. In 2008, the IPL kicked off which led to the start of various T20 leagues across the globe. The likes of Australia, England, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, etc. have started their own respective leagues in the shortest format. Moreover, the likes of Australia and England have gone a step ahead in also running women's T20 leagues simultaneously, in the form of Women's Big Bash League (BBL), The Hundred, respectively. Such leagues have also gained eyeballs and led to the overall popularity of women's cricket worldwide. On the other hand, the BCCI have managed to consolidate IPL's growth over the years and also start the Women's T20 Challenge. However, the women's version remains limited to only a few games. Amid the growing pressure on the Indian cricket board to start a full-fledged Women's IPL, former England captain Michael Vaughan has joined the bandwagon and urged BCCI President Sourav Ganguly to make the Women's IPL top priority. ALSO READ | 'Upto you all to judge my legacy' - Sourav Ganguly on his tenure as BCCI President Taking to his official Twitter handle, Vaughan wrote, "A Women's #IPL should be top priority now @SGanguly99 !! Let’s get it sorted .." A Womens #IPL should be top priority now @SGanguly99 !! Let’s get it sorted .. 👍👍 — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) February 3, 2022 × ALSO READ | BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly confirms India's pink-ball Test vs Sri Lanka to be held in Bengaluru India have quite a few popular women's cricketers, such as Mithali Raj, Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jhulan Goswami, etc. Harman, Smriti, Jemimah have also been a part of WBBL, The Hundred and made heads turn with their performances and overall presence. Thus, BCCI have a good base ready and a platform to cash in and make a sizeable T20 league focusing on women's cricket. Recently, Ganguly spilled the beans on BCCI's plan regarding Women's IPL. "Hopefully, in the future, we will be able to host a bigger women’s IPL once the number of women players [player pool] goes up. But this year, the Women’s T20 Challenge will happen during the IPL playoffs,” said Ganguly while talking to Sportstar.

Women's IPL should be top priority: Michael Vaughan tells BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly

<p>India lost the series-deciding third and final Test against South Africa by seven wickets in Cape Town on Friday (January 14) as the visitors lost the three-match series 2-1. Virat Kohli &amp; Co. had come close to pulling off a historic maiden Test series win on South African soil when they won the first Test in Centurion comfortably by 113 runs.</p>

<p>However, South Africa bounced back strongly and went on to script a remarkable turnaround as they won the next two games in a row to clinch the series. India were thus denied a chance to win their maiden Test series in the Rainbow nation despite being in a closing distance of glory.</p>

<p>Post India's 2-1 defeat in the recently-concluded Test series, former England captain Michael Vaughan resumed his off the field rivalry with former India batsman Wasim Jaffer. The two former cricketers never shy away from poking fun at each other at the expense of their respective national side's losses.</p>

<p>Vaughan tried to troll Jaffer by 'checking on him' after India's defeat, however, the former India batter, who is famous for his witty tweets, had a brilliant response. “Evening @WasimJaffer14 !! Just checking you are ok,” Vaughan tweeted for Jaffer.</p>

<p>“Haha all good Michael, don't forget we are still leading you 2-1," Jaffer responded as he reminded the former England captain of India's 2-1 lead in the five-match series against England.</p>

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<p>Talking about the third and final Test, India's batsmen&nbsp;disappointed in the second innings as the visitors were skittled out for a low-key total of 198 runs despite an unbeaten century from wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant. India managed to put on a target of just 212 runs for the hosts in their second innings.</p>

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<p>South African batters were up for the challenge in the second innings and produced a solid display to win the game convincingly after chasing down the target of 212 runs with seven wickets to spare. Keegan Petersen was the hero for the Proteas with a fabulous knock of 82 runs off 113 balls while the likes of Rassie Van der Dussen (42), Temba Bavuma (32) and Dean Elgar (30) also made crucial contributions.</p>

<p>India and South Africa will now shift their focus on the three-match ODI series to be played between the two sides starting January 19.</p>

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India lost the series-deciding third and final Test against South Africa by seven wickets in Cape Town on Friday (January 14) as the visitors lost the three-match series 2-1.

India lost the series-deciding third and final Test against South Africa by seven wickets in Cape Town on Friday (January 14) as the visitors lost the three-match series 2-1. Virat Kohli & Co. had come close to pulling off a historic maiden Test series win on South African soil when they won the first Test in Centurion comfortably by 113 runs. However, South Africa bounced back strongly and went on to script a remarkable turnaround as they won the next two games in a row to clinch the series. India were thus denied a chance to win their maiden Test series in the Rainbow nation despite being in a closing distance of glory. Post India's 2-1 defeat in the recently-concluded Test series, former England captain Michael Vaughan resumed his off the field rivalry with former India batsman Wasim Jaffer. The two former cricketers never shy away from poking fun at each other at the expense of their respective national side's losses. Vaughan tried to troll Jaffer by 'checking on him' after India's defeat, however, the former India batter, who is famous for his witty tweets, had a brilliant response. “Evening @WasimJaffer14 !! Just checking you are ok,” Vaughan tweeted for Jaffer. “Haha all good Michael, don't forget we are still leading you 2-1," Jaffer responded as he reminded the former England captain of India's 2-1 lead in the five-match series against England. Haha all good Michael, don't forget we are still leading you 2-1 https://t.co/vjPxot43mF — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) January 14, 2022 × Talking about the third and final Test, India's batsmen disappointed in the second innings as the visitors were skittled out for a low-key total of 198 runs despite an unbeaten century from wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant. India managed to put on a target of just 212 runs for the hosts in their second innings. Also Read: 'Wonder if that happened 3-4 times': Warne, Gilchrist react to Virat Kohli's stump-mic outburst in 3rd Test South African batters were up for the challenge in the second innings and produced a solid display to win the game convincingly after chasing down the target of 212 runs with seven wickets to spare. Keegan Petersen was the hero for the Proteas with a fabulous knock of 82 runs off 113 balls while the likes of Rassie Van der Dussen (42), Temba Bavuma (32) and Dean Elgar (30) also made crucial contributions. India and South Africa will now shift their focus on the three-match ODI series to be played between the two sides starting January 19.

'Don't forget..': Wasim Jaffer responds as Michael Vaughan 'checks on him' after India's 2-1 defeat vs SA

<p>India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1.</p>

<p>The series had plenty of moments as both sides showed a lot of character, grit and determination to emerge on top. Thus, the three-match Test series was intensely and Day 3 of the final Test was a prove of it. After Rishabh Pant's unbeaten ton propelled India to setup a 212-run target for the home side, Dean Elgar survived a very close lbw call during the fag end of the day's proceedings, off R Ashwin's bowling.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After being given out initially by the on-field umpire, Elgar referred the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the batter below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Hence, he managed to survive as Indian players expressed their frustration without mincing their words.</p>

<p>Captain Kohli said on the stump-mic, "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition, trying to catch people all the time."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, KL Rahul was heard saying, “Whole country playing against XI guys," whereas the 35-year-old Ashwin and said, "You should find better ways to win Supersport (the host broadcaster)."</p>

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<p>Former England captain Michael Vaughan has now commented on the DRS controversy and lashed out at Team India for their rant on-field. He told Fox Sports, “I think that is disgraceful from the Indians personally. Decisions go with you, they go against you, that didn’t go the way they think it should have gone. Virat Kohli is a legend of the game, but that’s not the way to act, that is not the way to act in a game of Test match cricket."</p>

<p>“The ICC have to stamp this down, they have to stamp down on the Indian side, you can’t get away with talking down the stump microphone like Ravi Ashwin has done and the Indian captain has done," added the ex-England skipper.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kohli-must-be-severely-punished-ex-sa-batter-shares-his-take-on-drs-controversy-in-cape-town-test-444689"><strong>Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test</strong></a></p>

<p>On Day 4, on Friday, India eventually lost the third Test and the series, 2-1, to miss out on a golden opportunity to win a maiden Test series on South African soil. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, the No. 1 ranked Indian team also slipped below SA to occupy the fifth spot following the series loss.</p>

<p>On being asked what action should the ICC take. he asserted, "He needs to be fined, he needs to be suspended."</p>


India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1.

India lost the third and final Test versus Dean Elgar-led South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town on Friday (January 14). Day 4 commenced with South Africa in the driver's seat, at 101-2 in pursuit of 212, as Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen and Temba Bavuma completed the formalities for the home side to win by 7 wickets and claim the series 2-1. The series had plenty of moments as both sides showed a lot of character, grit and determination to emerge on top. Thus, the three-match Test series was intensely and Day 3 of the final Test was a prove of it. After Rishabh Pant's unbeaten ton propelled India to setup a 212-run target for the home side, Dean Elgar survived a very close lbw call during the fag end of the day's proceedings, off R Ashwin's bowling. After being given out initially by the on-field umpire, Elgar referred the decision upstairs. While the replays showed that the ball had hit the batter below the knee, the hawk-eye displayed that the ball was going above the stumps. Hence, he managed to survive as Indian players expressed their frustration without mincing their words. Captain Kohli said on the stump-mic, "Focus on your team as well and not just the opposition, trying to catch people all the time." Meanwhile, KL Rahul was heard saying, “Whole country playing against XI guys," whereas the 35-year-old Ashwin and said, "You should find better ways to win Supersport (the host broadcaster)." ALSO READ | Why are India complaining now? Saeed Ajmal reacts as his wounds from 2011 World Cup comes alive Former England captain Michael Vaughan has now commented on the DRS controversy and lashed out at Team India for their rant on-field. He told Fox Sports, “I think that is disgraceful from the Indians personally. Decisions go with you, they go against you, that didn’t go the way they think it should have gone. Virat Kohli is a legend of the game, but that’s not the way to act, that is not the way to act in a game of Test match cricket." “The ICC have to stamp this down, they have to stamp down on the Indian side, you can’t get away with talking down the stump microphone like Ravi Ashwin has done and the Indian captain has done," added the ex-England skipper. ALSO READ | Kohli must be severely punished: Ex-SA batter shares his take on DRS controversy in Cape Town Test On Day 4, on Friday, India eventually lost the third Test and the series, 2-1, to miss out on a golden opportunity to win a maiden Test series on South African soil. In the ICC World Test Championship points table, the No. 1 ranked Indian team also slipped below SA to occupy the fifth spot following the series loss. On being asked what action should the ICC take. he asserted, "He needs to be fined, he needs to be suspended."

Virat Kohli should be fined or suspended: Michael Vaughan lashes out at Team India over DRS rant

<p>Joe Root-led England cricket team have conceded the urn to Australia after losing the third Ashes Test, at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), by a whopping margin of an innings and 14 runs on Tuesday (December 28). After losing the first two Tests, by 9 wickets and 275 runs respectively, England slumped further as they were thrashed in the Boxing Day Test to lose the contest in the third day's morning session.</p>

<p>After losing the toss, Root-led England succumbed to 185 all-out in the first essay as Aussie skipper Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon's three-fers dented the visitors' innings. In reply, England rode on James Anderson's 4-fer as Aussies folded for 267, however, the visiting side were all-out for a paltry 68 in the second essay to lose by an innings and 14 runs on Day 3 of the MCG Test.</p>

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<p>After the MCG encounter folded inside three days, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer hilariously trolled England's ex-skipper Michael Vaughan, who had slammed Team India after they had folded for 92 in a Hamilton ODI versus New Zealand in early 2019. To this, Vaughan has also responded to Jaffer's hilarious post after his national side were dismissed in a flash in their second innings of the third Ashes Test. Here's his reply:</p>

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<p>After the humiliation at the MCG, Root told the broadcasters at the post-match presentation, "It is what it is. We have come to dealing with this sort of an environment for a while now. Credit to Australia, they blew us away last night, and they have outplayed us in this Test match, in fact the series so far. We have a lot of hard work to do now and come back strong in the last two games. Covid threat wasn't ideal. The way we went about our cricket, especially our bowling was excellent yesterday. Credit to the boys for managing it and giving ourselves a chance in this game. We just have got to do things for longer. There have been pockets, but that's just not enough. We know where we need to work and we have to stay very strong and make sure we look at the next two games as a real opportunity to take something away from this tour."</p>

<p>The fourth and penultimate Ashes Test will commence on January 5 at Sydney Cricket Ground, SCG.</p>


Joe Root-led England cricket team have conceded the urn to Australia after losing the third Ashes Test, at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), by a whopping margin of an innings and 14 runs on Tuesday (December 28).

Joe Root-led England cricket team have conceded the urn to Australia after losing the third Ashes Test, at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), by a whopping margin of an innings and 14 runs on Tuesday (December 28). After losing the first two Tests, by 9 wickets and 275 runs respectively, England slumped further as they were thrashed in the Boxing Day Test to lose the contest in the third day's morning session. After losing the toss, Root-led England succumbed to 185 all-out in the first essay as Aussie skipper Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon's three-fers dented the visitors' innings. In reply, England rode on James Anderson's 4-fer as Aussies folded for 267, however, the visiting side were all-out for a paltry 68 in the second essay to lose by an innings and 14 runs on Day 3 of the MCG Test. ALSO READ | Wasim Jaffer brutally trolls Michael Vaughan for '92 all out India' tweet as Australia hammer England in Ashes After the MCG encounter folded inside three days, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer hilariously trolled England's ex-skipper Michael Vaughan, who had slammed Team India after they had folded for 92 in a Hamilton ODI versus New Zealand in early 2019. To this, Vaughan has also responded to Jaffer's hilarious post after his national side were dismissed in a flash in their second innings of the third Ashes Test. Here's his reply: Very good Wasim https://t.co/OemxRrG2IF — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 28, 2021 × ALSO READ | 'Australia blew us away': Joe Root absolutely gutted as Aussies dismantle England in 3rd Ashes Test After the humiliation at the MCG, Root told the broadcasters at the post-match presentation, "It is what it is. We have come to dealing with this sort of an environment for a while now. Credit to Australia, they blew us away last night, and they have outplayed us in this Test match, in fact the series so far. We have a lot of hard work to do now and come back strong in the last two games. Covid threat wasn't ideal. The way we went about our cricket, especially our bowling was excellent yesterday. Credit to the boys for managing it and giving ourselves a chance in this game. We just have got to do things for longer. There have been pockets, but that's just not enough. We know where we need to work and we have to stay very strong and make sure we look at the next two games as a real opportunity to take something away from this tour." The fourth and penultimate Ashes Test will commence on January 5 at Sydney Cricket Ground, SCG.

Vaughan reacts after Wasim Jaffer hilariously trolls Englishman amid Joe Root & Co.'s Ashes horrors

<p>Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer is famously known as the 'meme king' on Twitter for his hilarious tweets and memes on the latest happenings in cricket. Jaffer often manages to tickle the funny bones of cricket fans with his witty and funny takes on the game.</p>

<p>Jaffer also doesn't shy away from enjoying some fun banter with others and has enjoyed a great rivalry with former England captain Michael Vaughan on social media. While the two came up against each other on a few occasions while playing for their respective countries, Vaughan and Jaffer have kept the rivalry alive off the field.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Jaffer took a dig at Vaughan and trolled him brutally for one of his old tweets mocking the Indian cricket team after Australia crushed England by an innings and 14 runs in the third Test of the ongoing Ashes 2021-22. Australia bundled out England for a paltry 68 runs in their second innings to wrap up a thumping win inside just three days.</p>

<p>Jaffer didn't miss out on the opportunity to take a dig at Vaughan after England's loss as he took to Twitter to share a video of himself checking out an old tweet from Vaughan which read - "92 all out India ... Can’t believe any team would get bowled out for under a 100 these days !!!!!!".</p>

<p>Vaughan had tweeted this back in 2019 after India had been bundled out for 89 runs in an ODI against New Zealand.</p>

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<p>It was yet another disappointing show from the England batters as the visitors suffered another terrible collapse in their second innings. Skipper Joe Root top-scored with 28 off 59 balls while only two batters managed to get into double figures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Debutant pacer Scott Boland impressed for Australia as he picked up a six-wicket haul during England's second innings to run through the visitors' batting line-up and power the hosts to a convincing win. Australia have clinched Ashes 2021-22 and retained the urn with three back-to-back wins in the five-match series.</p>

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Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer is famously known as the 'meme king' on Twitter for his hilarious tweets and memes on the latest happenings in cricket. Jaffer often manages to tickle the funny bones of cricket fans with his witty and funny takes on the game.

Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer is famously known as the 'meme king' on Twitter for his hilarious tweets and memes on the latest happenings in cricket. Jaffer often manages to tickle the funny bones of cricket fans with his witty and funny takes on the game. Jaffer also doesn't shy away from enjoying some fun banter with others and has enjoyed a great rivalry with former England captain Michael Vaughan on social media. While the two came up against each other on a few occasions while playing for their respective countries, Vaughan and Jaffer have kept the rivalry alive off the field. On Tuesday, Jaffer took a dig at Vaughan and trolled him brutally for one of his old tweets mocking the Indian cricket team after Australia crushed England by an innings and 14 runs in the third Test of the ongoing Ashes 2021-22. Australia bundled out England for a paltry 68 runs in their second innings to wrap up a thumping win inside just three days. Jaffer didn't miss out on the opportunity to take a dig at Vaughan after England's loss as he took to Twitter to share a video of himself checking out an old tweet from Vaughan which read - "92 all out India ... Can’t believe any team would get bowled out for under a 100 these days !!!!!!". Vaughan had tweeted this back in 2019 after India had been bundled out for 89 runs in an ODI against New Zealand. Check out Wasim Jaffer's tweet: England 68 all out @MichaelVaughan #Ashes pic.twitter.com/lctSBLOsZK — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) December 28, 2021 × Also Read: 'Australia blew us away': Joe Root absolutely gutted as Aussies dismantle England in 3rd Ashes Test It was yet another disappointing show from the England batters as the visitors suffered another terrible collapse in their second innings. Skipper Joe Root top-scored with 28 off 59 balls while only two batters managed to get into double figures. Debutant pacer Scott Boland impressed for Australia as he picked up a six-wicket haul during England's second innings to run through the visitors' batting line-up and power the hosts to a convincing win. Australia have clinched Ashes 2021-22 and retained the urn with three back-to-back wins in the five-match series.

Wasim Jaffer brutally trolls Michael Vaughan for '92 all out India' tweet as Australia hammer England in Ashes

<p>England have struggled miserably in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia Down Under. The Joe Root-led side is already 2-0 down in the five-match series and produced yet another dismal show on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against the hosts at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday. England's batting line-up suffered another terrible collapse as Australia dominated the proceedings on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test.</p>

<p>Root &amp; Co. were bundled out for a paltry 185 runs on Day 1 as none of the batters barring skipper Root (50 off 82 balls) and Jonny Bairstow (35 off 75 balls) managed to show some fight against the Aussie bowlers. Australia captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon picked up six wickets between them to rattle England on Day 1 of the Boxing Day encounter.</p>

<p>Reacting to England's poor show on Day 1, Vaughan said not just skipper Root but the entire England set-up is currently under pressure. Vaughan called Root a great guy but insisted he has not been up to the mark as a captain this year and has made several selection blunders in important series.</p>

<p>“They’re under pressure, the whole set-up is under pressure. He is a great guy; Joe Root is a fantastic human being, but he’s made mistakes over the last year. In the summer he made big mistakes in India, getting it wrong in Brisbane with his selection, again in Adelaide with his selection and his tactics,” said Vaughan in a chat with <em>Fox Cricket</em>.</p>

<p>England once again left&nbsp;fast bowler Stuart Broad out of the playing XI for the third Test against Australia in Melbourne. The decision has left Vaughan baffled as the former England captain questioned how can someone as experienced as Broad miss out on a spot in the playing XI despite the pitch being a green top.</p>

<p>“I look at someone like Stuart Broad; in Brisbane, he wasn’t selected on that green top there, he’s not selected here. How England have not seen Stuart Broad, with all his experience, such a wonderful Test career, is not going to be bowling a ball on a green top in Brisbane and now not here in Melbourne, that’s staggering really," said Vaughan.</p>

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<p>Taking a dig at England over their shambolic performances in the Ashes 2021-22 so far, Vaughan said the only thing they have done right in the series is to turn up on time for every game.</p>

<p>"How Stuart Broad is not going to be bowling around the wicket to David Warner on a green top, I just can’t fathom that with the quality that he brings. So far the only thing they’ve done right on the trip is turn up on time,” Vaughan concluded.</p>


England have struggled miserably in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia Down Under. The Joe Root-led side is already 2-0 down in the five-match series and produced yet another dismal show on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against the hosts at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday.

England have struggled miserably in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia Down Under. The Joe Root-led side is already 2-0 down in the five-match series and produced yet another dismal show on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against the hosts at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday. England's batting line-up suffered another terrible collapse as Australia dominated the proceedings on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test. Root & Co. were bundled out for a paltry 185 runs on Day 1 as none of the batters barring skipper Root (50 off 82 balls) and Jonny Bairstow (35 off 75 balls) managed to show some fight against the Aussie bowlers. Australia captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon picked up six wickets between them to rattle England on Day 1 of the Boxing Day encounter. Reacting to England's poor show on Day 1, Vaughan said not just skipper Root but the entire England set-up is currently under pressure. Vaughan called Root a great guy but insisted he has not been up to the mark as a captain this year and has made several selection blunders in important series. “They’re under pressure, the whole set-up is under pressure. He is a great guy; Joe Root is a fantastic human being, but he’s made mistakes over the last year. In the summer he made big mistakes in India, getting it wrong in Brisbane with his selection, again in Adelaide with his selection and his tactics,” said Vaughan in a chat with Fox Cricket. England once again left fast bowler Stuart Broad out of the playing XI for the third Test against Australia in Melbourne. The decision has left Vaughan baffled as the former England captain questioned how can someone as experienced as Broad miss out on a spot in the playing XI despite the pitch being a green top. “I look at someone like Stuart Broad; in Brisbane, he wasn’t selected on that green top there, he’s not selected here. How England have not seen Stuart Broad, with all his experience, such a wonderful Test career, is not going to be bowling a ball on a green top in Brisbane and now not here in Melbourne, that’s staggering really," said Vaughan. Also Read: Hapless England bundled out for 185 as Australia continue domination in 3rd Ashes Test Taking a dig at England over their shambolic performances in the Ashes 2021-22 so far, Vaughan said the only thing they have done right in the series is to turn up on time for every game. "How Stuart Broad is not going to be bowling around the wicket to David Warner on a green top, I just can’t fathom that with the quality that he brings. So far the only thing they’ve done right on the trip is turn up on time,” Vaughan concluded.

'Whole England set-up is under pressure': Vaughan slams Root & Co. after dismal show in 3rd Ashes Test

<p>Former England captain Michael Vaugh wants England to get 'nastier' and show some fight in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia. Vaughan feels the ongoing Ashes series between the arch-rivals has been too friendly and that the England players need to rile up the Aussies and get on their nerves to bounce back in the third Test which gets underway from Sunday (December 26).</p>

<p>England were crushed by 275 runs in the second Test in Adelaide on Monday to suffer their second straight defeat in the series and go down 2-0. England captain Joe Root was seen speaking with some of the Australian players post his side's loss. Vaughan said it was not something he would have done as a captain of the England team after losing a game.</p>

<p>"I see on the morning of the game they are all talking to Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon. I never had a conversation with Steve Waugh back in the day. I wouldn't have dared go and speak to Glenn McGrath on the morning of the game or Shane Warne. You just didn't," Vaughan told Fox Cricket.</p>

<p>"It's all a bit friendly. I'd get nasty with them They somehow need to find that on day one. Get into the scrap. Chirp, do whatever, just get into the scrap," he added.</p>

<p>Vaughan feels England need to make some changes not just in their playing XI but also in their attitude on the field. The former captain has urged Root &amp; Co. to pick up fights with the Australian players if it helps the visitors in staging a fightback in the series.</p>

<p>"They are at that stage now where they have to change something. It might be that they all get nasty, get nasty with each other. They all fall out. Who cares, but then come out and show a bit of spirit I actually want to see a bit of mongrel in the England side," said Vaughan.</p>

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<p>After two back-to-back losses in the first two matches of the Ashes 2021-22, England are on the verge of losing the series. Australis will clinch the five-match series 3-0 if they manage to win the third Test which is scheduled to get underway from December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne.</p>

<p>England are expected to make a host of changes in the playing XI for the all-important game with one out of James Anderson or Stuart Broad likely to sit out after their average performance in the second Test which was a pink-ball game.</p>


Former England captain Michael Vaugh wants England to get 'nastier' and show some fight in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia. Vaughan feels the ongoing Ashes series between the arch-rivals has been too friendly and that the England players need to rile up the Aussies and get on their nerves to bounce back in the third Test which gets underway from Sunday (December 26).

Former England captain Michael Vaugh wants England to get 'nastier' and show some fight in the ongoing Ashes 2021-22 against Australia. Vaughan feels the ongoing Ashes series between the arch-rivals has been too friendly and that the England players need to rile up the Aussies and get on their nerves to bounce back in the third Test which gets underway from Sunday (December 26). England were crushed by 275 runs in the second Test in Adelaide on Monday to suffer their second straight defeat in the series and go down 2-0. England captain Joe Root was seen speaking with some of the Australian players post his side's loss. Vaughan said it was not something he would have done as a captain of the England team after losing a game. "I see on the morning of the game they are all talking to Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon. I never had a conversation with Steve Waugh back in the day. I wouldn't have dared go and speak to Glenn McGrath on the morning of the game or Shane Warne. You just didn't," Vaughan told Fox Cricket. "It's all a bit friendly. I'd get nasty with them They somehow need to find that on day one. Get into the scrap. Chirp, do whatever, just get into the scrap," he added. Vaughan feels England need to make some changes not just in their playing XI but also in their attitude on the field. The former captain has urged Root & Co. to pick up fights with the Australian players if it helps the visitors in staging a fightback in the series. "They are at that stage now where they have to change something. It might be that they all get nasty, get nasty with each other. They all fall out. Who cares, but then come out and show a bit of spirit I actually want to see a bit of mongrel in the England side," said Vaughan. Also Read: Why are you captain? Ponting slams Joe Root as England skipper blames bowler after Ashes debacle After two back-to-back losses in the first two matches of the Ashes 2021-22, England are on the verge of losing the series. Australis will clinch the five-match series 3-0 if they manage to win the third Test which is scheduled to get underway from December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. England are expected to make a host of changes in the playing XI for the all-important game with one out of James Anderson or Stuart Broad likely to sit out after their average performance in the second Test which was a pink-ball game.

Ashes bit friendly: Michael Vaughan wants Joe Root & Co. to get 'nasty' to bounce back against Australia

<p>All members of Yorkshire's coaching team have left, including director of cricket Martyn Moxon and coach Andrew Gale, the club said on Friday as it vowed to regain trust and rebuild after being rocked by allegations of institutional racism.</p>

<p>First team coach and former captain Gale was suspended last month as part of a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic tweet he sent in 2010 while Moxon had been absent from work due to a "stress-related illness".</p>

<p>The departures follow allegations made by former player Azeem Rafiq, who is of Pakistani descent and is a former captain of the England Under-19s.</p>

<p>Rafiq said he had received racist abuse and was made to feel like an outsider at Yorkshire and that he had even contemplated suicide.</p>

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<p>The scandal has shaken English sport, cost Yorkshire sponsors and the right to host England internationals, and embroiled some of the biggest names in English cricket.</p>

<p>Yorkshire, whose chief executive Mark Arthur resigned last month, said in a statement a new director of cricket will be appointed imminently and a new coaching team was being recruited.</p>

<p>The backroom medical team, provided by an outside clinic, had also left.</p>

<p>"Significant change is required at Yorkshire County Cricket Club and we are committed to taking whatever action is necessary to regain trust," said new chairman Kamlesh Patel.</p>

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<p>"The decisions announced today were difficult to make, but are in the best interests of the club. Without making important changes to how we are run, we cannot move on from the past to become a culture which is progressive and inclusive."</p>

<p>Patel said the club had a "huge rebuilding job to do" and was determined to learn from the mistakes made.</p>

<p>"We want to make Yorkshire County Cricket Club a place for everyone, from all backgrounds. To do this, we need to rebuild our culture and instil positive values in everyone associated with Yorkshire," he added.</p>


All members of Yorkshire's coaching team have left, including director of cricket Martyn Moxon and coach Andrew Gale, the club said on Friday as it vowed to regain trust and rebuild after being rocked by allegations of institutional racism.

All members of Yorkshire's coaching team have left, including director of cricket Martyn Moxon and coach Andrew Gale, the club said on Friday as it vowed to regain trust and rebuild after being rocked by allegations of institutional racism. First team coach and former captain Gale was suspended last month as part of a probe into an alleged anti-Semitic tweet he sent in 2010 while Moxon had been absent from work due to a "stress-related illness". The departures follow allegations made by former player Azeem Rafiq, who is of Pakistani descent and is a former captain of the England Under-19s. Rafiq said he had received racist abuse and was made to feel like an outsider at Yorkshire and that he had even contemplated suicide. ALSO READ: Yorkshire racism row: BBC in 'regular contact' with Michael Vaughan, expects to work with him in future The scandal has shaken English sport, cost Yorkshire sponsors and the right to host England internationals, and embroiled some of the biggest names in English cricket. Yorkshire, whose chief executive Mark Arthur resigned last month, said in a statement a new director of cricket will be appointed imminently and a new coaching team was being recruited. The backroom medical team, provided by an outside clinic, had also left. "Significant change is required at Yorkshire County Cricket Club and we are committed to taking whatever action is necessary to regain trust," said new chairman Kamlesh Patel. IN PICS | From Michael Vaughan to Alex Hales: List of high-profile players named by Azeem Rafiq in Yorkshire racism row "The decisions announced today were difficult to make, but are in the best interests of the club. Without making important changes to how we are run, we cannot move on from the past to become a culture which is progressive and inclusive." Patel said the club had a "huge rebuilding job to do" and was determined to learn from the mistakes made. "We want to make Yorkshire County Cricket Club a place for everyone, from all backgrounds. To do this, we need to rebuild our culture and instil positive values in everyone associated with Yorkshire," he added.

Yorkshire say all members of coaching team have left the club after Azeem Rafiq's allegations

<p>One of the prominent broadcasters of the United Kingdom, BBC, is expecting to work again with the former England captain Michael Vaughan, who was named in the racism scandal that has engulfed the Yorkshire County Cricket Club.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Former&nbsp;Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq made serious allegations of "institutional racism" and bullying against the English county and accused the 47-year-old Vaughan of telling a group of Asian players, including Rafiq, in 2009 that "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former cricketer denied saying those words but in the aftermath, he was dropped from his BBC Radio 5 Live show from their broadcasting team for Ashes series in Australia. In a turn of events, BBC informed that Vaughan "remains on contract" with the organisation and they "expect to work" with him in future.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A BBC statement read: "We're in regular contact with Michael. [We] have had positive conversations with him in recent days."</p>

<p>On Saturday, Vaughan told the BBC that he apologises to his accuser ex-team-mate Rafiq if he was "responsible for any of his hurt".</p>

<p>Vaughan, who captained England in Tests between 2003 and 2008 and played his entire domestic career at Yorkshire from 1993 to 2009, was distraught for Rafiq.</p>

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<p>"It hurts deeply, hurts me that a player has gone through so much be treated so badly at the club that I love," Vaughan said.</p>

<p>"I have to take some responsibility for that because I played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club for 18 years and if in any way shape or form I'm responsible for any of his hurt, I apologise for that," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Vaughan said he felt proud about Asians playing for the club. "I just remember it clearly that I was proud as punch that we had four Asian players representing Yorkshire County Cricket Club," he said.</p>

<p>"Nothing but a proud, senior, old pro just about to retire and absolutely delighted that Yorkshire had come so far in my time at the club."</p>


One of the prominent broadcasters of the United Kingdom, BBC, is expecting to work again with the former England captain Michael Vaughan, who was named in the racism scandal that has engulfed the Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

One of the prominent broadcasters of the United Kingdom, BBC, is expecting to work again with the former England captain Michael Vaughan, who was named in the racism scandal that has engulfed the Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq made serious allegations of "institutional racism" and bullying against the English county and accused the 47-year-old Vaughan of telling a group of Asian players, including Rafiq, in 2009 that "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it". The former cricketer denied saying those words but in the aftermath, he was dropped from his BBC Radio 5 Live show from their broadcasting team for Ashes series in Australia. In a turn of events, BBC informed that Vaughan "remains on contract" with the organisation and they "expect to work" with him in future. IN PICS | From Michael Vaughan to Alex Hales: List of high-profile players named by Azeem Rafiq in Yorkshire racism row A BBC statement read: "We're in regular contact with Michael. [We] have had positive conversations with him in recent days." On Saturday, Vaughan told the BBC that he apologises to his accuser ex-team-mate Rafiq if he was "responsible for any of his hurt". Vaughan, who captained England in Tests between 2003 and 2008 and played his entire domestic career at Yorkshire from 1993 to 2009, was distraught for Rafiq. ALSO READ | England Test captain Joe Root hopes to talk with Azeem Rafiq over racism row "It hurts deeply, hurts me that a player has gone through so much be treated so badly at the club that I love," Vaughan said. "I have to take some responsibility for that because I played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club for 18 years and if in any way shape or form I'm responsible for any of his hurt, I apologise for that," he added. Vaughan said he felt proud about Asians playing for the club. "I just remember it clearly that I was proud as punch that we had four Asian players representing Yorkshire County Cricket Club," he said. "Nothing but a proud, senior, old pro just about to retire and absolutely delighted that Yorkshire had come so far in my time at the club."

Yorkshire racism row: BBC in 'regular contact' with Michael Vaughan, expects to work with him in future

<p>Breaking his silence on the racism allegations levelled against him by former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, ex-England captain Michael Vaughan has apologised to him for the hurt caused. Vaughan said he was 'sorry' for the pain Rafiq has experienced after being accused of racism by his former Yorkshire teammate.</p>

<p>Rafiq had alleged that Vaughan had said there were "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it" to him and two other Asian players at the club during his time at Yorkshire. Vaughan, however, strongly denied the allegations and maintained that he had never used those words for anyone.</p>

<p>Now, the former England captain has issued an apology and said he needs to take responsibility as he was the captain at Yorkshire when Rafiq had to endure racist behaviour from his teammates and other staff members at the club.</p>

<p>"I'm sorry for the hurt (Rafiq's) gone through. Time I don't think can ever be a healer in the situation that he's gone through," Vaughan said in an interview with BBC Breakfast.</p>

<p>"But hopefully, time can be a way of us making sure that Yorkshire County Cricket Club never goes through this situation again and never puts themselves in a position of denial that they treated a player so badly.</p>

<p>"It hurts deeply, hurts me that a player has gone through so much and be treated so badly at the club I love. I have to take some responsibility for that because I played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club for 18 years and if in any way shape or form, I'm responsible for any of his hurt, I apologise for that," he added.</p>

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<p>Vaughan continued to deny the allegations of racism levlled against him by Rafiq and said 'no' when asked if he did make any racist comment to any player during his time with Yorkshire. Vaughan had earlier been dropped by BBC from its Ashes coverage after the racism allegations against him surfaced.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the England Cricket Board has devised a 12-point plan to tackle racism and discrimination in the sport going forward.</p>

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Breaking his silence on the racism allegations levelled against him by former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, ex-England captain Michael Vaughan has apologised to him for the hurt caused.

Breaking his silence on the racism allegations levelled against him by former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, ex-England captain Michael Vaughan has apologised to him for the hurt caused. Vaughan said he was 'sorry' for the pain Rafiq has experienced after being accused of racism by his former Yorkshire teammate. Rafiq had alleged that Vaughan had said there were "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it" to him and two other Asian players at the club during his time at Yorkshire. Vaughan, however, strongly denied the allegations and maintained that he had never used those words for anyone. Now, the former England captain has issued an apology and said he needs to take responsibility as he was the captain at Yorkshire when Rafiq had to endure racist behaviour from his teammates and other staff members at the club. "I'm sorry for the hurt (Rafiq's) gone through. Time I don't think can ever be a healer in the situation that he's gone through," Vaughan said in an interview with BBC Breakfast. "But hopefully, time can be a way of us making sure that Yorkshire County Cricket Club never goes through this situation again and never puts themselves in a position of denial that they treated a player so badly. "It hurts deeply, hurts me that a player has gone through so much and be treated so badly at the club I love. I have to take some responsibility for that because I played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club for 18 years and if in any way shape or form, I'm responsible for any of his hurt, I apologise for that," he added. Also Read: England Cricket Board unveils action plan to tackle racism following Azeem Rafiq's allegations Vaughan continued to deny the allegations of racism levlled against him by Rafiq and said 'no' when asked if he did make any racist comment to any player during his time with Yorkshire. Vaughan had earlier been dropped by BBC from its Ashes coverage after the racism allegations against him surfaced. Meanwhile, the England Cricket Board has devised a 12-point plan to tackle racism and discrimination in the sport going forward.

'I am sorry for the hurt': Michael Vaughan apologises to Azeem Rafiq amid racism allegations

<p>Former England captain Michael Vaughan will play no part in the BBC`s coverage of the upcoming Ashes series after being named in the racism controversy involving former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, the broadcaster said on Wednesday. Rafiq alleged that Vaughan told him and two other players of Asian origin that there were "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it" before a match in 2009. Vaughan has strongly denied the accusation.<br />
"While he is involved in a significant story in cricket, for editorial reasons we do not believe that it would be appropriate for Vaughan to have a role in our Ashes team or wider coverage of the sport at the moment," the BBC said in a statement.</p>

<p>"We require our contributors to talk about relevant topics and his involvement in the Yorkshire story represents a conflict of interest." Vaughan`s management company did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment from Reuters.</p>

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<p>Vaughan, who has been an analyst with the BBC since 2009, was dropped from a radio show by the broadcaster earlier this month after the allegations came to light. The five-test Ashes series between England and hosts Australia begins in Brisbane on Dec. 8. The racism scandal that has engulfed English cricket also had former players at Essex saying that they suffered racist abuse at the club.</p>

<p>One of Essex`s principal sponsors - training and skills provider Seetec - have now suspended ties with the team "with immediate effect." "Any form of racism should not be tolerated. We encourage sports clubs to work with their local community to celebrate diversity and work at all levels to root out racism, wherever it manifests," a spokesperson for Seetec told Reuters.</p>


Former England captain Michael Vaughan will play no part in the BBC`s coverage of the upcoming Ashes series after being named in the racism controversy involving former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, the broadcaster said on Wednesday.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan will play no part in the BBC`s coverage of the upcoming Ashes series after being named in the racism controversy involving former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, the broadcaster said on Wednesday. Rafiq alleged that Vaughan told him and two other players of Asian origin that there were "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it" before a match in 2009. Vaughan has strongly denied the accusation. "While he is involved in a significant story in cricket, for editorial reasons we do not believe that it would be appropriate for Vaughan to have a role in our Ashes team or wider coverage of the sport at the moment," the BBC said in a statement. "We require our contributors to talk about relevant topics and his involvement in the Yorkshire story represents a conflict of interest." Vaughan`s management company did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment from Reuters. ALSO READ | From Azeem Rafiq allegations to ECB's response: All you need to know about Yorkshire cricket racism scandal Vaughan, who has been an analyst with the BBC since 2009, was dropped from a radio show by the broadcaster earlier this month after the allegations came to light. The five-test Ashes series between England and hosts Australia begins in Brisbane on Dec. 8. The racism scandal that has engulfed English cricket also had former players at Essex saying that they suffered racist abuse at the club. One of Essex`s principal sponsors - training and skills provider Seetec - have now suspended ties with the team "with immediate effect." "Any form of racism should not be tolerated. We encourage sports clubs to work with their local community to celebrate diversity and work at all levels to root out racism, wherever it manifests," a spokesperson for Seetec told Reuters.

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