David Warner’s ball tampering ban has turned into an unexpected opportunity for Kane Williamson. Williamson has been named as captain of Indian Premier League side SunRisers Hyderabad, replacing Warner after his ban for being part…
Month: March 2018
'Absolutely gutted': Teary Steve Smith breaks down at media conference
Former Australian cricket captain Steve Smith has broken down in tears during a media conference in Sydney, his first since arriving home from South Africa after the ball tampering scandal.”To all of my teammates, fans of cricket…
International Cricket Council launches world-wide review of player conduct in wake of ball-tampering scandal
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — International Cricket Council launches world-wide review of player conduct in wake of ball-tampering scandal.
Australian cricketer Steve Smith's emotional ball-tampering press conference interrupted by heckler
Steve Smith’s emotional press conference addressing his role in cricket’s ball tampering saga was interrupted by a heckler from an Australian radio show.As the former Australian captain fought back tears and apologised to the nation…
Fans defend Australian cricketers after statements following ball tampering saga
Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft have been praised by fans for their heartfelt public apologies over the ball tampering saga after both addressed the media in emotional press conferences.Ex-captain Smith broke down in tears during…
Kane Williamson replaces David Warner as captain of IPL team
NEW DELHI (AP) — Kane Williamson was appointed captain of the IPL’s Sunrisers Hyderbad on Thursday, replacing the suspended David Warner.Warner has been suspended from cricket for ball tampering during Australia’s test series in…
ICC to review code after "worst" behavior in recent memory
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The International Cricket Council is launching a world-wide review of player conduct in the wake of the 12-month bans Cricket Australia imposed on test captain Steve Smith and vice captain David…
Momoka Muraoka reflects on historic performance at Pyeongchang Paralympics
Momoka Muraoka, who won five medals at the recent Pyeongchang Winter Paralympics, was all smiles during her post-Paralympic news conference at the Japan National Press …