What happened in the cricket world today - December 23

Here are the titbits of news that matter in the world of cricket today.

1. ‘It will be tough, but exciting’ – Duanne Olivier ready to ‘make a statement’ against Virat Kohli in India Tests

South African pacer Duanne Olivier has stated that it will be an exciting prospect to bowl to Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli. (READ MORE)

2. South Africa are no pushovers in their own backyard, but we have got the firepower: Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri feels that it will not be easy for the Indian side to beat South Africa in their own backyard. (READ MORE)

3. Playing three formats is almost close to impossible now: Shakib Al Hasan

Bangladesh cricket legend Shakib Al Hasan feels that it will not be possible for him to play all three formats. (READ MORE)

4. ‘I love my job’ – Justin Langer wishes to continue his tenure across formats

Australian head coach Justin Langer wants to continue in his current role as he loves what he is doing. (READ MORE)

5. ‘I am disappointed’ – Ajaz Patel after being snubbed from NZ’s Test squad for home series against Bangladesh

Ajaz Patel has been dropped from the New Zealand Test squad for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, and the left-arm spinner has said that he is disappointed with this snub. (READ MORE)

6. Reports: IPL 2022 mega auction to get underway on February 12 and 13

The 2022 IPL mega auctions are likely to be held on 12th and 13th February next year. (READ MORE)

7. ‘Don’t think Ishant will be considered ahead of Siraj’ – MSK Prasad anticipates India’s bowling attack for South Africa Tests

MSK Prasad feels that India will pick Mohammed Siraj in their playing XI ahead of Ishant Sharma for the South African Test series. (READ MORE)

8. Allan Donald lauds Virat Kohli’s statements from 2018 which changed the fortunes of Indian team

Allan Donald has heaped praises on Virat Kohli for the way he has led the Indian side in Test match cricket. (READ MORE)

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