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The significant three-year deal, valued at ₹9.93 crore, includes ₹3 crore for the first year, with a 10% annual increase, highlighting the immense commercial potential and rapid growth of the ISPL.

Should Bumrah be unavailable, Shami and Mohammed Siraj are expected to spearhead the pace attack, with Hardik Pandya offering support.

Head, who wreaked havoc with the bat during the recently-concluded Border-Gavaskar series against India in the middle order, has been tested in the opener's role in the sub-continent.

Hailing Pant's ability to singlehandedly turn a match on its head, Ashwin said a lot of his shots are high-risk, something that is not allowing him to realise his full potential.

A PCB source said that the presence of a large ICC delegation, including broadcast, hospitality and event operations officials, is an affirmation that the event will take place here.

The 50-over format tournament has Indian youngster Varun Chakravarthy on top of the wicket-takers' list at the moment, taking 18 wickets in 6 matches, including two five-wicket hauls for his side.

Rahul's absence from the series is noteworthy, considering that he is no longer an automatic pick in the ODI 11, particularly with Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson back in the mix.

The first two quarter-finals of the tournament will be played on January 11. The tournament also holds importance, as the Indian squad for the upcoming England series is to be announced.

The teams have been ranked according to their performances in the group stages, with Gujarat leading the table.

In a statement, McKenzie acknowledged that while the International Cricket Council (ICC) generally avoids political interference in sport, the situation in Afghanistan warranted a different stance.

While the Indian squad for the T20 and ODI series against England hasn't been announced yet, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar and the selection committee will soon announce it.

Jasprit Bumrah has consulted a NZ surgeon and will reportedly be a part of the squad. However, he will play only if he feels well after bowling again.

According to a report from the Hindustan Times, Bumrah has sought the advice of Dr. Rowan Schouten, a New Zealand-based orthopedic surgeon, regarding his injury.

With the T20 setup already undergoing significant changes and the Test team in a transitional phase, there are growing questions about the composition of the ODI squad.

Scans will be conducted on Cummins' ankle to determine whether he will be fit enough to lead the team in the Champions Trophy, which will take place in Pakistan and the UAE next month.

Nathan McSweeney was recalled to Australia's test squad on Thursday to tour Sri Lanka, less than three weeks after being dropped from the top order.

Shastri's suggestion aligns with head coach Gautam Gambhir's stance, who believes that players should be available to play domestic cricket if they are committed to red-ball cricket.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the National Cricket Academy (NCA) medical team has been meticulously monitoring Shami's recovery.

Younis is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge to the Afghan team, offering valuable guidance during the Champions Trophy campaign

As per media reports, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are the two names under consideration by the BCCI, with Bumrah currently being the frontrunner