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Peter Siddle becomes Nottinghamshire’s new overseas player for 2014
Fast bowler Peter Siddle has replaced fellow Australian David Hussey as Nottinghamshire’s overseas player for the 2014 English county season.
Simon Katich calls time on his cricket career to make his mark on AFL
Simon Katich is swapping sports after bringing the curtain down on an 18-year playing career in cricket. The former Australia Test batsman, who has most recently been playing domestic cricket for Lancashire and Western Australia, has accepted a job as the player development co-ordinator with the Australian Rules football club Greater Western Sydney.
Alex Hales poised for IPL riches after agreeing Nottinghamshire compromise
Alex Hales has agreed a compromise with Nottinghamshire which will allow him to cash in on the Indian Premier League providing he secures a top bracket contract worth in excess of $400,000 per year. Hales has signed an extension to his Trent Bridge contract until 2016 following talks with Mick Newell, Nottinghamshire’s Director of Cricket, … Continue reading
Nottinghamshire aiming to build on YB40 triumph by looking for more championship title success
In the latest in our series of articles looking at English county cricket’s trophy winners in 2013, we look at Nottinghamshire and their attempts to build on their YB40 success.
Matthew Wade talks of cancer battle and urges ‘grow a Mo’
Victoria captain and wicketkeeper Matthew Wade has again spoken of his battle with testicular cancer in a bid to encourage the men of Australia to embrace the spirit of Movember and grow a Mo.
Auckland sign Ace Brad Hodge as one of four Twenty20 recruits
Auckland Aces have announced four overseas recruits for this summer’s HRV Twenty20 competition, starting next month.
NORTHERN DISTRICTS Team of the Week: Daniel Vettori set for significant role as Tim Southee earns major praise
Here at World Cricket Badger, we are introducing a Team of the Week feature where we look in depth into a state, county or franchise. We will be working our way around the globe. This week we move to New Zealand’s North Island to catch up with the Northern Districts ahead of the 2013/14 summer.
QUEENSLAND Team of the Week: James Hoping for Bulls charge
Here at World Cricket Badger, we are introducing a Team of the Week feature where we look in depth into a state, county or franchise. We will be working our way around the globe. This week we start off in Australia with the country’s most successful state during the last couple of years, Queensland Bulls.
David Hussey aiming to enjoy Twenty20 cricket in IPL, Big Bash and beyond
David Hussey has set his sights on joining the world-wide Twenty20 travelling circus having ended nearly 10 years of playing county cricket for Nottinghamshire.
QUEENSLAND Team of the Week: Joe Burns believes state dominance will continue
Here at World Cricket Badger, we are introducing a Team of the Week feature where we look in depth into a state, county or franchise. We will be working our way around the globe. This week we start off in Australia with the country’s most successful state during the last couple of years, Queensland Bulls.
Simon Katich returns to Western Australia fold
Western Australia coach Justin Langer has revealed his delight at Simon Katich’s return to their set-up. The experienced left-hander has agreed to play the last four of six Ryobi Cup group matches for the Warriors during the next fortnight.
David Warner ordered to play grade cricket by New South Wales
David Warner has avoided another ban following his most recent misdemeanor, opting to skip a day of grade cricket and leaving his club to field with ten men.
QUEENSLAND Team of the Week: Stuart Law set to maintain Lehmann’s success
Here at World Cricket Badger, we are introducing a Team of the Week feature where we look in depth into a state, county or franchise. We will be working our way around the globe. This week we start off in Australia with the country’s most successful state during the last couple of years, Queensland Bulls. … Continue reading
Johan Botha must undergo action testing as David Warner fails to make the grade
South Australia off-spinner Johan Botha has been cited for a doubtful bowling action for the third time in his career. The South African will undergo biomechanical analysis on his action, but can continue to bowl until the process is completed.
CLT20: Otago Volts and Rajhastan Royals set up Group A decider with crucial victories
Otago Volts continued their unbeaten record in CLT20 with a nail-biting Super Over victory over Highveld Lions that sets up a Group A decider with Rajhastan Royals.
CLt20: Titans strengthen their case to join Chennai Super Kings in semi-finals
A trio of outstanding performances from seamer David Wiese and opening batsmen Henry Davids and Jacques Rudolph fired the Titans to a second Champions League t20 win from three matches as they overcame Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets with 21 balls to spare in Ranchi today.
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