What happened in the cricket world today - January 2

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

1. Pretty keen to win Ashes 5-0, wish to be part of WTC final: Nathan Lyon

Nathan Lyon has said that he wants Australia to beat England 5-0 in the 2021-22 Ashes series. (READ MORE)

2. Virat Kohli is in a good space and big runs will come from him soon: Rahul Dravid

India’s head coach Rahul Dravid has revealed that Virat Kohli is in a good space, and will once again be back amongst the runs. (READ MORE)

3. ‘I see a huge gap between the two teams now’ – Ashish Nehra backs India to win the Test series in South Africa

Ashish Nehra feels that the gap between India and South Africa has widened, and the Virat Kohli-led side will win the three-match Test series. (READ MORE)

4. ‘He has won a lottery’ – Reetinder Singh Sodhi feels Ravi Ashwin’s ODI comeback is a ‘new lifeline’ for him

Reetinder Singh Sodhi feels that Ravi Ashwin’s ODI recall is like a new lifeline for the Tamil Nadu spinner. (READ MORE)

5. Saba Karim surprised with Jasprit Bumrah’s appointment as vice-captain for South Africa ODIs

Saba Karim has revealed that he was surprised when Jasprit Bumrah was appointed as the vice-captain of the Indian ODI side ahead of Rishabh Pant. (READ MORE)

6. Mohammed Shami is a pacer with all elements in place as they should be: WV Raman

WV Raman feels that Mohammed Shami is a fast bowler who has all the elements in place. (READ MORE)

7. ‘We’re not gelling as a group’ – Jos Buttler on England’s poor show in the Ashes

Jos Buttler has admitted that the England side has not gelled well as a team in The Ashes series against Australia. (READ MORE)

8. Virat Kohli will address the media on eve of his 100th Test, no reason why he didn’t so far: Rahul Dravid

Indian head coach Rahul Dravid has revealed that Virat Kohli will speak to the media before his 100th Test. (READ MORE)

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