Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wants to upstage Chris Gayle and do a Sachin Tendulkar, but in T20s. The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals batter has eyes set on the highest individual score in T20s - a record currently with Gayle for his 175 not out for Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2013. Sooryavanshi wants to be the first batter to score a 200 in the cricket's shortest format - just like Sachin did 2010 against South Africa in an ODI in 2010 - becoming the first player to score 200 in 50-over cricket. Currently, Sooryavanshi's highest T20 score is 144 and 103 in IPL. The intensity and speed with which he bats, the day certainly can come sooner than later.<h2>Sooryavnshi sets sight on doing a Tendulkar but in T20s</h2>Speaking to former England batter Kevin Pietersen on The Switch, Sooryavanshi said: "I want to score 200 in T20" after being told that by the ex-England batter that Galye has highest individual score of 175 in T20s. "Yeah, I want to break his record and score 200."The teen prodigy also shared when it is going to happen and said: "If I play 20 overs in any game, I definitely will break that record."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-will-gt-repeat-2022-title-winning-feat-what-data-says-about-two-seasons-1779783037049">IPL 2026 | Will GT repeat 2022 title-winning feat - Here's what data says</a>The confidence of 15-year-old, who has hit most bowlers including Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah in IPL 2026 for a first-ball six.<h2>Sooryavanshi's T20 batting record</h2>The batter has played 32 T20 matches in his career and has scored 1,284 runs at an impressive average of 41 but it is his strike rate of 216 which gets the spotlight. He has also hit four fifties and as many hundreds as well as 103 fours and 115 sixes.In IPL, since making his debut in 2025, Sooryavanshi has played 21 matches, scoring 835 runs at an average of touch-below 40 but strike rate of 223. He has scored two hundreds and four fifties in the league with a best of 103 along with 68 fours and 77 sixes.

Sooryavanshi aims to become first batter ever to hit a double hundred in T20s, just like Tendulkar did in ODIs in 2010 and overtake Gayle record of highest indivudal score fo 175 not out.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wants to upstage Chris Gayle and do a Sachin Tendulkar, but in T20s. The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals batter has eyes set on the highest individual score in T20s - a record currently with Gayle for his 175 not out for Royal Challenger Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2013. Sooryavanshi wants to be the first batter to score a 200 in the cricket's shortest format - just like Sachin did 2010 against South Africa in an ODI in 2010 - becoming the first player to score 200 in 50-over cricket. Currently, Sooryavanshi's highest T20 score is 144 and 103 in IPL. The intensity and speed with which he bats, the day certainly can come sooner than later. Sooryavnshi sets sight on doing a Tendulkar but in T20s Speaking to former England batter Kevin Pietersen on The Switch, Sooryavanshi said: "I want to score 200 in T20" after being told that by the ex-England batter that Galye has highest individual score of 175 in T20s. "Yeah, I want to break his record and score 200." The teen prodigy also shared when it is going to happen and said: "If I play 20 overs in any game, I definitely will break that record." Also Read - IPL 2026 | Will GT repeat 2022 title-winning feat - Here's what data says The confidence of 15-year-old, who has hit most bowlers including Pat Cummins and Jasprit Bumrah in IPL 2026 for a first-ball six. Sooryavanshi's T20 batting record The batter has played 32 T20 matches in his career and has scored 1,284 runs at an impressive average of 41 but it is his strike rate of 216 which gets the spotlight. He has also hit four fifties and as many hundreds as well as 103 fours and 115 sixes. In IPL, since making his debut in 2025, Sooryavanshi has played 21 matches, scoring 835 runs at an average of touch-below 40 but strike rate of 223. He has scored two hundreds and four fifties in the league with a best of 103 along with 68 fours and 77 sixes.

Sooryavanshi aims to become first batter ever to hit a double hundred in T20s, just like Tendulkar did in ODIs in 2010 and overtake Gayle record of highest indivudal score fo 175 not out.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, wants to upstage Gayle by doing a Tendulkar in T20s

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Mitchell Starc, bought for INR 24.75 crore ($3 million around), hasn't had the best of starts at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. He went for 100 runs in eight overs without taking a single wicket in KKR's first two games.

The Aussie, however, managed to break the jinx with 2/25 against Delhi Capitals on April 3. While the beginning hasn't been ideal for Starc who has returned to the league after an eight-year hiatus, the pacer is content with the win of the team.&nbsp;

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"In a game of T20, we all need a little bit of luck, a few edges go by, a dropped catch or two, that's T20 cricket," he said after KKR's third win on the trot.&nbsp;

"You move on pretty quickly because the games come thick and fast. Yeah, probably not the start I wanted, but we've been winning games, so that's what it's about. We're three-nil. And tonight, with bat and ball, we were pretty good, I think.

"It can be brutal at times, particularly on the bowlers [in T20 cricket]. I think we've seen on some of the grounds, some of the scores… so yeah, you take a little bit of luck here and there. Yeah, we're three-nil at the start of the season, and tonight we were pretty clinical with bat and ball. Personal stuff aside, the team's start has been fantastic," added Starc.

As for the match, &nbsp;KKR posted IPL history's second-highest score, finishing at 272/5 in 20 overs.

Chasing the mammoth total, DC were never in the hunt after being reduced to 33/4 inside five overs. Skipper Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs then added 93 runs for the fifth wicket in just 47 balls to give Delhi a glimmer of hope.&nbsp;

After Pant (55 off 25) and Stubbs (54 off 32 balls) got out, DC were effectively done in the game. They were finally bowled out for 166 in 17.2 overs, losing the game by 106 runs.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Mitchell Starc, bought for INR 24.75 crore ($3 million around), hasn't had the best of starts at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Mitchell Starc, bought for INR 24.75 crore ($3 million around), hasn't had the best of starts at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. He went for 100 runs in eight overs without taking a single wicket in KKR's first two games. The Aussie, however, managed to break the jinx with 2/25 against Delhi Capitals on April 3. While the beginning hasn't been ideal for Starc who has returned to the league after an eight-year hiatus, the pacer is content with the win of the team. Also Watch: DC's Rishabh Pant hits no-look six, KKR owner Shah Rukh Khan stands and applauds "In a game of T20, we all need a little bit of luck, a few edges go by, a dropped catch or two, that's T20 cricket," he said after KKR's third win on the trot. "You move on pretty quickly because the games come thick and fast. Yeah, probably not the start I wanted, but we've been winning games, so that's what it's about. We're three-nil. And tonight, with bat and ball, we were pretty good, I think. "It can be brutal at times, particularly on the bowlers [in T20 cricket]. I think we've seen on some of the grounds, some of the scores… so yeah, you take a little bit of luck here and there. Yeah, we're three-nil at the start of the season, and tonight we were pretty clinical with bat and ball. Personal stuff aside, the team's start has been fantastic," added Starc. As for the match, KKR posted IPL history's second-highest score, finishing at 272/5 in 20 overs. Chasing the mammoth total, DC were never in the hunt after being reduced to 33/4 inside five overs. Skipper Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs then added 93 runs for the fifth wicket in just 47 balls to give Delhi a glimmer of hope. After Pant (55 off 25) and Stubbs (54 off 32 balls) got out, DC were effectively done in the game. They were finally bowled out for 166 in 17.2 overs, losing the game by 106 runs.

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On Sunday (February 26), Isle of Man recorded the lowest-ever T20 score. The&nbsp;Carl Haartman-led side bundled out for a mere 10 runs in 8.4 overs versus Spain&nbsp;at the La Manga Club Bottom Ground. None of their batters crossed the double-digit mark with Joseph Burrows (4) being the top run-getter. From Spain's perspective, Mohammad Kamran (4 for 4) and Atif Mehmood (4 for 6) starred with the ball.

Talking about the no-show from Isle of Man batting line-up, as many as six batters were dismissed for zero whereas there was no boundary hit throughout their forgettable inning. As a result, they have recorded the lowest score in the history of T20 cricket, going past Sydney Thunders who got dismissed for 15 versus Adelaide Strikers in the 2022/23 Big Bash League (BBL).&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The match was a disaster of epic proportion for Isle of Man as Spain chased down the target in two deliveries, including a no-ball. Opener Awais Ahmed struck two sixes on the trot to take his side to a memorable ten-wicket win with as many as 118 balls to spare.&nbsp;

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The Isle of Man also registered the lowest T20I score. They broke a four-year unwanted record set by Turkey, who got bundled&nbsp;out for a paltry 21 against&nbsp;Czech Republic&nbsp;in 2019. This isn't the first time where Isle of Man fell flat versus the Spainish line-up. Their&nbsp;previous lowest score (66) also came against Spain on February 25, a day before being dismissed for 10.

It is to be noted that Isle of Man have played 16 T20Is thus far,&nbsp;winning&nbsp;eight and losing seven with one game&nbsp;ending&nbsp;in no result.

On Sunday (February 26), Isle of Man recorded the lowest-ever T20 score. The Carl Haartman-led side bundled out for a mere 10 runs in 8.4 overs versus Spain at the La Manga Club Bottom Ground.

On Sunday (February 26), Isle of Man recorded the lowest-ever T20 score. The Carl Haartman-led side bundled out for a mere 10 runs in 8.4 overs versus Spain at the La Manga Club Bottom Ground. None of their batters crossed the double-digit mark with Joseph Burrows (4) being the top run-getter. From Spain's perspective, Mohammad Kamran (4 for 4) and Atif Mehmood (4 for 6) starred with the ball. Talking about the no-show from Isle of Man batting line-up, as many as six batters were dismissed for zero whereas there was no boundary hit throughout their forgettable inning. As a result, they have recorded the lowest score in the history of T20 cricket, going past Sydney Thunders who got dismissed for 15 versus Adelaide Strikers in the 2022/23 Big Bash League (BBL). Also Read: NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Kane Williamson scripts history, becomes New Zealand's highest run-getter The match was a disaster of epic proportion for Isle of Man as Spain chased down the target in two deliveries, including a no-ball. Opener Awais Ahmed struck two sixes on the trot to take his side to a memorable ten-wicket win with as many as 118 balls to spare. Spain takes just 0.2 overs to chase a target of 11 against Isle of Man. The win margin by 118 balls remaining is the biggest in all T20 cricket. — Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) February 26, 2023 × LOWEST T20I score The Isle of Man also registered the lowest T20I score. They broke a four-year unwanted record set by Turkey, who got bundled out for a paltry 21 against Czech Republic in 2019. This isn't the first time where Isle of Man fell flat versus the Spainish line-up. Their previous lowest score (66) also came against Spain on February 25, a day before being dismissed for 10. It is to be noted that Isle of Man have played 16 T20Is thus far, winning eight and losing seven with one game ending in no result.

LOWEST-EVER T20 score! Isle of Man attain UNWANTED record after being all-out for 10 vs Spain

AB de Villiers was quick to respond after his protege Dewald Brevis went bonkers with the bat in the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge on Monday (October 31). Playing for the&nbsp;Titans, the right-hander -- who has made heads turn for his batting prowess -- was in a punishable mood as he smacked a breathtaking&nbsp;162 runs off 57 balls against the Knights in match 25 of the T20 tournament.&nbsp;

Brevis, known as Baby AB, attacked from the word go and due to his fireworks, the Titans were off to a flier and scored 63 runs after the end of powerplay overs. Brevis was involved in a&nbsp;179-run-opening stand with his opening partner&nbsp;Jiveshan Pillay, who scored a 45-ball 52 with four fours and a six. Nonetheless, it was the 19-year-old who dominated proceedings from the word go. He reached his hundred in a mere 35 balls and also went on to slam the fastest 150 in T20 history. His innings was laced with as many as 26 boundaries, including 13 fours and an equal number of sixes at an unbelievable strike rate of&nbsp;284.21.&nbsp;

Highest individual score in T20s:

Chris Gayle - 175*. 
Aaron Finch - 172. 
Hamilton Masakadza - 162*. 
Hazratullah Zazai - 162*. 
Dewald Brevis - 162

Courtesy of his knock, Brevis caught the attention of his idol ABD. The former South African captain, who remains very active on various aspects of the modern-day game, took to his official Twitter account and lauded the youngster. He wrote, "Dewald Brevis. No need to say more."

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Riding on Brevis' ton, the Titans posted a whopping 271 for 3 in 20 overs after being asked to bat first in batting-friendly conditions. Following such a knock, the young star has made the right noise and will be in the scheme of things for his national side going forward. Many had backed him to feature in Temba Bavuma-led SA's T20 World Cup 2022 squad, however, he wasn't named in the final 15 and also didn't make it to the reserves. Nonetheless, he will be a strong contender to, at least, make the T20I side post this edition of the T20 WC.

AB de Villiers was quick to respond after his protege Dewald Brevis went bonkers with the bat in the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge on Monday (October 31). Playing for the Titans, the right-hander -- who has made heads turn for his batting prowess -- was in a punishable mood as he smacked a breathtaking 162 runs off 57 balls against the Knights in match 25 of the T20 tournament.

AB de Villiers was quick to respond after his protege Dewald Brevis went bonkers with the bat in the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge on Monday (October 31). Playing for the Titans, the right-hander -- who has made heads turn for his batting prowess -- was in a punishable mood as he smacked a breathtaking 162 runs off 57 balls against the Knights in match 25 of the T20 tournament. Brevis, known as Baby AB, attacked from the word go and due to his fireworks, the Titans were off to a flier and scored 63 runs after the end of powerplay overs. Brevis was involved in a 179-run-opening stand with his opening partner Jiveshan Pillay, who scored a 45-ball 52 with four fours and a six. Nonetheless, it was the 19-year-old who dominated proceedings from the word go. He reached his hundred in a mere 35 balls and also went on to slam the fastest 150 in T20 history. His innings was laced with as many as 26 boundaries, including 13 fours and an equal number of sixes at an unbelievable strike rate of 284.21. Highest individual score in T20s: Chris Gayle - 175*. Aaron Finch - 172. Hamilton Masakadza - 162*. Hazratullah Zazai - 162*. Dewald Brevis - 162 Courtesy of his knock, Brevis caught the attention of his idol ABD. The former South African captain, who remains very active on various aspects of the modern-day game, took to his official Twitter account and lauded the youngster. He wrote, "Dewald Brevis. No need to say more." Dewald Brevis. No need to say more — AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) October 31, 2022 × ALSO READ | Ajay Jadeja points out the MS Dhoni factor behind David Miller's consistency after SA beat India in T20 WC Riding on Brevis' ton, the Titans posted a whopping 271 for 3 in 20 overs after being asked to bat first in batting-friendly conditions. Following such a knock, the young star has made the right noise and will be in the scheme of things for his national side going forward. Many had backed him to feature in Temba Bavuma-led SA's T20 World Cup 2022 squad, however, he wasn't named in the final 15 and also didn't make it to the reserves. Nonetheless, he will be a strong contender to, at least, make the T20I side post this edition of the T20 WC.

'No need to say more' - AB de Villiers reacts after Dewald Brevis hits fastest 150 in T20 history

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) locked horns with&nbsp;Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 58 of IPL 2022 edition on Wednesday evening (May 11). In a bid to remain alive in the playoffs race, the Delhi franchise brought their A-game as they restricted RR to 160-6 and later chased down the target with eight wickets and 11 balls to spare.

While it was Mitchell Marsh show, returning with 2 for 25 and 62-ball 89, Pant also marshalled his troops well and took a brave call to bat second after winning the toss. Later, he also ended with a 4-ball 13* as he entered an elite list.

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The 24-year-old Pant is now among Indian wicketkeeper-batsman with in excess of 4,000 runs in T20 cricket. The list is topped by none other than the legendary cricketer MS Dhoni. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain&nbsp;has amassed 7,098 runs whereas Dinesh Karthik&nbsp;is at the second spot with&nbsp;6,557 runs in 339 T20s. Parthiv Patel, on the other hand, finished&nbsp;his T20 career with 4,300 runs. Given that Pant is only 24 and in the initial phase of his career, he is set to scale new heights and top the list in the coming years.

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After DC pulled off a big win and kept their playoffs hopes alive, with 14 points and two games remaining, Pant said at the post-match presentation, "Very close to a perfect game. Always believe there's room for improvement. When you know the wicket is going to turn, little bit not much, there's an opportunity to both bowl first or bat first. In the toss I said anything around 140-160 would be good for us, and we got 160. Destiny is always on your hands, you can look to give 100 percent. Fielding wise we can be better. He got typhoid or something like that (talking about Shaw), doctor told me that."

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) locked horns with Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 58 of IPL 2022 edition on Wednesday evening (May 11). In a bid to remain alive in the playoffs race, the Delhi franchise brought their A-game as they restricted RR to 160-6 and later chased down the target with eight wickets and 11 balls to spare.

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) locked horns with Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 58 of IPL 2022 edition on Wednesday evening (May 11). In a bid to remain alive in the playoffs race, the Delhi franchise brought their A-game as they restricted RR to 160-6 and later chased down the target with eight wickets and 11 balls to spare. While it was Mitchell Marsh show, returning with 2 for 25 and 62-ball 89, Pant also marshalled his troops well and took a brave call to bat second after winning the toss. Later, he also ended with a 4-ball 13* as he entered an elite list. ALSO READ | CSK vs MI, IPL 2022 today match prediction: Who will win Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians clash? The 24-year-old Pant is now among Indian wicketkeeper-batsman with in excess of 4,000 runs in T20 cricket. The list is topped by none other than the legendary cricketer MS Dhoni. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain has amassed 7,098 runs whereas Dinesh Karthik is at the second spot with 6,557 runs in 339 T20s. Parthiv Patel, on the other hand, finished his T20 career with 4,300 runs. Given that Pant is only 24 and in the initial phase of his career, he is set to scale new heights and top the list in the coming years. ALSO READ | Updated IPL 2022 points table after Delhi Capitals thrash Rajasthan Royals by 8 wickets After DC pulled off a big win and kept their playoffs hopes alive, with 14 points and two games remaining, Pant said at the post-match presentation, "Very close to a perfect game. Always believe there's room for improvement. When you know the wicket is going to turn, little bit not much, there's an opportunity to both bowl first or bat first. In the toss I said anything around 140-160 would be good for us, and we got 160. Destiny is always on your hands, you can look to give 100 percent. Fielding wise we can be better. He got typhoid or something like that (talking about Shaw), doctor told me that."

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informed that India's tour of South Africa will proceed with the revised dates and itinerary amid fears due to the emergence of a new coronavirus (COVID-19) variant Omicron. The 'variant of concern' has been spreading in several African countries and also in other parts of the world.&nbsp;

Concerns related to the variant has forced countries to impose international travel bans, which also made India's tour of South Africa doubtful. Now, BCCI has given an update as it informed that the Indian team will participate in a three-match Test series followed by a three-match ODI series starting December 26.&nbsp;

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"India's tour of South Africa, 2021-22, will proceed with the revised dates and itinerary. The team will participate in a three-match Test series followed by a three-match ODI series starting December 26th, 2021," read the BCCI's statement in decisions made at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The decision was one of the eight decisions taken by the BCCI in its 90th AGM in Kolkata.&nbsp;

Earlier, the teams were supposed to play three Tests, as many ODIs, and four T20I matches, starting from December 17 but now, the T20I series has been postponed and also the dates have been changed.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, it has been reported that India will be sending 20 players across two formats for the tour along with extra net bowlers. Some among the 20 members will be those who are currently in South Africa for the A-series.

"Most of them will come back after the third A Test but maybe a couple will be selected in the main squad and a few who will be net bowlers," the official said.&nbsp;

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informed that India's tour of South Africa will proceed with the revised dates and itinerary amid fears due to the emergence of a new coronavirus (COVID-19) variant Omicron.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) informed that India's tour of South Africa will proceed with the revised dates and itinerary amid fears due to the emergence of a new coronavirus (COVID-19) variant Omicron. The 'variant of concern' has been spreading in several African countries and also in other parts of the world. Concerns related to the variant has forced countries to impose international travel bans, which also made India's tour of South Africa doubtful. Now, BCCI has given an update as it informed that the Indian team will participate in a three-match Test series followed by a three-match ODI series starting December 26. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma to replace Ajinkya Rahane as India's Test vice-captain for South Africa tour - Report "India's tour of South Africa, 2021-22, will proceed with the revised dates and itinerary. The team will participate in a three-match Test series followed by a three-match ODI series starting December 26th, 2021," read the BCCI's statement in decisions made at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The decision was one of the eight decisions taken by the BCCI in its 90th AGM in Kolkata. Earlier, the teams were supposed to play three Tests, as many ODIs, and four T20I matches, starting from December 17 but now, the T20I series has been postponed and also the dates have been changed. ALSO READ | 'He has not recovered completely': BCCI reveals why Shubman Gill didn't take field on Day 2 of Mumbai Test Meanwhile, it has been reported that India will be sending 20 players across two formats for the tour along with extra net bowlers. Some among the 20 members will be those who are currently in South Africa for the A-series. "Most of them will come back after the third A Test but maybe a couple will be selected in the main squad and a few who will be net bowlers," the official said.

BCCI confirms India tour of South Africa to go ahead without T20s, with revised dates and itinerary

The national selection committee's decision to name India skipper Virat Kohli for the two-match T20 series against Ireland has created confusion as it's clashing with his county commitments for Surrey.

There were rumours in the BCCI corridors that the section which wasn't happy with Kohli skipping the one-off Test match against Afghanistan has played a role in cutting short his county stint in favour of the T20 Internationals against the minnows.

India are set to play two T20's against Ireland in Dublin's Malahide on June 27 and 29 while Kohli is scheduled to play his last county match for Surrey against Yorkshire at Scarborough from June 25 to 28.

According to an announcement made by the county: "India captain Virat Kohli will play for Surrey during the entire month of June."

Despite the county matches schedule being announced much in advance before the team selection, it was surprising to find Kohli's name for the two-match series against Ireland.

When the chairman of selectors MSK Prasad was contacted by PTI for a clarification whether it was a clerical error, he said: "Kindly talk to the BCCI secretary on this issue."

When BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary was asked, he replied.

"Be rest assured, everything is fine," was all he said.

However, there has been no clarity as to what will be Kohli's choice as he gets to play only three four-day matches during his stint.

"If the selectors have picked him for the Ireland T20s despite the county dates being available, it means that he will not play the game against Yorkshire. This cannot be a unilateral decision as the county contracts has been inked after much deliberation. Playing against Ireland means that he will get only two county games.

"It will be very interesting to know why has there been a change in Virat's schedule if England Tests are paramount," wondered a senior BCCI official when apprised of the situation.

Whether Surrey would agree to the new arrangement is another question because the contract was signed after a lot of deliberations regarding Kohli's image rights.&nbsp;

India are set to play two T20's against Ireland in Dublin's Malahide on June 27 and 29

The national selection committee's decision to name India skipper Virat Kohli for the two-match T20 series against Ireland has created confusion as it's clashing with his county commitments for Surrey. There were rumours in the BCCI corridors that the section which wasn't happy with Kohli skipping the one-off Test match against Afghanistan has played a role in cutting short his county stint in favour of the T20 Internationals against the minnows. India are set to play two T20's against Ireland in Dublin's Malahide on June 27 and 29 while Kohli is scheduled to play his last county match for Surrey against Yorkshire at Scarborough from June 25 to 28. According to an announcement made by the county: "India captain Virat Kohli will play for Surrey during the entire month of June." Despite the county matches schedule being announced much in advance before the team selection, it was surprising to find Kohli's name for the two-match series against Ireland. When the chairman of selectors MSK Prasad was contacted by PTI for a clarification whether it was a clerical error, he said: "Kindly talk to the BCCI secretary on this issue." When BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary was asked, he replied. "Be rest assured, everything is fine," was all he said. However, there has been no clarity as to what will be Kohli's choice as he gets to play only three four-day matches during his stint. "If the selectors have picked him for the Ireland T20s despite the county dates being available, it means that he will not play the game against Yorkshire. This cannot be a unilateral decision as the county contracts has been inked after much deliberation. Playing against Ireland means that he will get only two county games. "It will be very interesting to know why has there been a change in Virat's schedule if England Tests are paramount," wondered a senior BCCI official when apprised of the situation. Whether Surrey would agree to the new arrangement is another question because the contract was signed after a lot of deliberations regarding Kohli's image rights.

Kohli confusion: BCCI names skipper for Ireland T20s despite county commitments

Bangladesh skipper Mahmudullah said Tuesday the underdogs, fresh from upsetting Sri Lanka, plan to hone their &quot;brand&quot; of Twenty20 cricket against India in a key tri-series showdown.&nbsp;

The visitors staged a 215-run chase to defeat hosts Sri Lanka in their second match of the tournament, rebounding from a loss in their opener against India.

Bangladesh, 10th in the world T20 rankings behind Afghanistan, will be in strong contention for the tri-series final if they beat table-toppers India on Wednesday.

Mahmudullah, who was named captain after Shakib Al Hasan was ruled out of the tri-series due to injury, said the minnows entered the series wanting &quot;to create a Bangladesh brand of cricket&quot;.

&quot;I think the skills are there. We need to be smart to take that calculated risk,&quot; he told reporters in Colombo, saying his side had to compensate for its lack of power hitters.

&quot;Taking on a particular bowler who we think can be targeted, these sort of things we need to apply when we are playing. These things will give us that Bangladesh brand of T20 cricket.&quot;

The Tigers have beaten top sides in Test and one-day internationals but struggled to find consistency in the shortest format of the sport, having lost nine of their last eleven T20s.

Mahmudullah urged his bowlers to learn from their Indian counterparts, who have utilised the batting-friendly conditions at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Rising Indian pacemen like Jaydev Unadkat and Shardul Thakur have been instrumental in elevating India to the top of the table in the series.

Spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Washington Sundar have also chipped in with disciplined bowling and crucial strikes.

Bangladesh`s left-arm quick Mustafizur Rahman has picked up five wickets in two matches but leaked close to 10 runs an over.

Mahmudullah backed his strike paceman to come good in the remaining matches in conditions he believes are tough for bowlers.

&quot;I think he is a great bowler for our team, he has been doing really well. It`s just the wicket that suits the batsman most,&quot; said Mahmudullah.

&quot;Mustafiz is in great shape and is our strike bowler and I will always back him up.&quot;

Bangladesh has never won a T20 tournament since they started playing the format in 2006.

'I think the skills are there. We need to be smart to take that calculated risk,' he told reporters in Colombo, saying his side had to compensate for its lack of power hitters

Bangladesh skipper Mahmudullah said Tuesday the underdogs, fresh from upsetting Sri Lanka, plan to hone their "brand" of Twenty20 cricket against India in a key tri-series showdown. The visitors staged a 215-run chase to defeat hosts Sri Lanka in their second match of the tournament, rebounding from a loss in their opener against India. Bangladesh, 10th in the world T20 rankings behind Afghanistan, will be in strong contention for the tri-series final if they beat table-toppers India on Wednesday. Mahmudullah, who was named captain after Shakib Al Hasan was ruled out of the tri-series due to injury, said the minnows entered the series wanting "to create a Bangladesh brand of cricket". "I think the skills are there. We need to be smart to take that calculated risk," he told reporters in Colombo, saying his side had to compensate for its lack of power hitters. "Taking on a particular bowler who we think can be targeted, these sort of things we need to apply when we are playing. These things will give us that Bangladesh brand of T20 cricket." The Tigers have beaten top sides in Test and one-day internationals but struggled to find consistency in the shortest format of the sport, having lost nine of their last eleven T20s. Mahmudullah urged his bowlers to learn from their Indian counterparts, who have utilised the batting-friendly conditions at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Rising Indian pacemen like Jaydev Unadkat and Shardul Thakur have been instrumental in elevating India to the top of the table in the series. Spinners Yuzvendra Chahal and Washington Sundar have also chipped in with disciplined bowling and crucial strikes. Bangladesh`s left-arm quick Mustafizur Rahman has picked up five wickets in two matches but leaked close to 10 runs an over. Mahmudullah backed his strike paceman to come good in the remaining matches in conditions he believes are tough for bowlers. "I think he is a great bowler for our team, he has been doing really well. It`s just the wicket that suits the batsman most," said Mahmudullah. "Mustafiz is in great shape and is our strike bowler and I will always back him up." Bangladesh has never won a T20 tournament since they started playing the format in 2006.

Bangladesh wants to create own 'brand' in T20s: Mahmudullah

Ricky Ponting will be an assistant coach during Australia&#39;s Twenty20 international series against England and New Zealand next month, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday.

The former Australia captain will work under head coach Darren Lehmann, while Troy Cooley and Matthew Mott will help out during the series.

They have been brought on board while&nbsp;regular support staff Graeme Hick, David Saker and Brad Haddin are in South Africa to assist in preparations for Australia&#39;s four-Test tour from March.

Lehmann has previously said he will not seek to renew his contract when his current deal expires at the end of 2019, with Ponting seen as a potential successor.

Ponting undertook the T20 role last year when he worked with the Australia squad for the three-match series against Sri Lanka.

He has extensive experience of the shortest form of the game, captaining his country in the first ever T20 international against New Zealand in 2005, and then leading the side in the first two editions of the ICC World Twenty20 in 2007 and 2009.

&quot;I loved working with the squad last year against Sri Lanka and I can&rsquo;t wait to be working alongside Darren, Troy and Matthew this time around,&quot; Ponting said.

&quot;Watching the Big Bash League in my role as a commentator has shown me we have a wealth of talent available to us in this format and a tri-series like this will give us a great chance to establish a pattern of play that works best for the players.&quot;

The T20 series will involve matches against New Zealand in Sydney (February 3) and Auckland (February 16) and England in Hobart (February 7) and Melbourne (February 10).

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Australia's current coach Darren Lehmann will retire in 2019, Ricky Ponting is considered as a potential successor

Ricky Ponting will be an assistant coach during Australia's Twenty20 international series against England and New Zealand next month, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday. The former Australia captain will work under head coach Darren Lehmann, while Troy Cooley and Matthew Mott will help out during the series. They have been brought on board while regular support staff Graeme Hick, David Saker and Brad Haddin are in South Africa to assist in preparations for Australia's four-Test tour from March. Lehmann has previously said he will not seek to renew his contract when his current deal expires at the end of 2019, with Ponting seen as a potential successor. Ponting undertook the T20 role last year when he worked with the Australia squad for the three-match series against Sri Lanka. He has extensive experience of the shortest form of the game, captaining his country in the first ever T20 international against New Zealand in 2005, and then leading the side in the first two editions of the ICC World Twenty20 in 2007 and 2009. "I loved working with the squad last year against Sri Lanka and I can’t wait to be working alongside Darren, Troy and Matthew this time around," Ponting said. "Watching the Big Bash League in my role as a commentator has shown me we have a wealth of talent available to us in this format and a tri-series like this will give us a great chance to establish a pattern of play that works best for the players." The T20 series will involve matches against New Zealand in Sydney (February 3) and Auckland (February 16) and England in Hobart (February 7) and Melbourne (February 10).

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