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Big Bash League 2023-24

Superstar David Warner recently announced his retirement from Test and ODI cricket, marking the end of a distinguished 13-year international career.

David Warner arrived in a helicopter for BBL match.

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WATCH: Unprecedented scenes unfold in Sydney as David Warner arrives in helicopter for BBL clash; video viral

Chris Green highlighted that the venue hosted matches with over 200 runs scored in the 2022-23 season, although one of these matches was interrupted by rain.&nbsp;

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'I disagree with those...': Sydney Thunder captain Chris Green hits back at legendary Ricky Ponting

The Big Bash League captured these moments, sharing a compilation of Glenn Maxwell's comments that brought laughter and joy to the audience.&nbsp;

Beau Webster and Glenn Maxwell of the Melbourne Stars celebrate the wicket of Alex Hales of Sydney Thunder.

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Watch: Glenn Maxwell sends social media on overdrive with hilarious on-field commentary during BBL game; video viral

The incident occurred in the second over of the Thunder's chase. Mark Steketee delivered a ball outside the off-stump to Cameron Bancroft, who attempted a hefty swing.&nbsp;

Usama Mir took a good catch on free-hit. 

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Watch: Pakistan cricketer, who was slammed for dropping David Warner's easy catch in World Cup, celebrates after taking catch on free-hit; video viral

During the final moments of the Melbourne Stars' innings, Haris Rauf emerged to bat without his usual protective gear - no pads, gloves, or helmet.

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WATCH: Pure 'circus' in BBL as Haris Rauf walks into bat without gloves, pads and helmet; never-seen-before video goes viral

Electra Stumps represent a significant advancement in the realm of cricket entertainment, potentially revolutionizing how the sport is presented and experienced by audiences around the globe.&nbsp;

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Exploring Electra Stumps: The Big Bash League's game-changing innovation; all you need to know

Big Bash League 2022-23

Australian bowling all-rounder Ben Cutting stunned his Sydney Thunder teammates and their opponents Sydney Sixers during their derby clash in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2022-23 with a brilliant catch to send English opener James Vince back to the pavilion.

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Watch: Ben Cutting stuns England opener Jame Vince with flying effort in BBL 2022-23 encounter

Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Sydney Thunder on December 23 (Friday) terminated ace Afghanistan fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi's contract with immediate effect following an investigation by Cricket Australia (CA) on disciplinary grounds.

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Big Bash League: Sydney Thunder terminate Afghanistan pacer's contract due to behavioural issues

During the opening game of the latest edition of Big Bash League (BBL) on December 13 (Tuesday) something bizarre happened that left onlookers, including commentators, awe-struck.

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Juggle like a juggler: Australian cricketer Brody Couch completes a circus catch, leaves onlookers stunned; watch video here!

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India tour of Australia 2024-25

Lachie Burtt, who ran from behind the sight screen as the Australian star got about to face Mohammed Siraj, notably diverted Labuschagne's attention late in the first day.

Australia beat India by 10 wickets in Adelaide Test.

'Beer snake' man was one of the highlights in 2nd Test.

He revealed the cost of his epic invention.

Mohammed Siraj, Marnus Labuschagne, and Beer Snake man from Adelaide Test in frame

Man with 'beer snake' who sparked heated moment between Mohammed Siraj and Marnus Labuschagne reveals cost of the marvel invention

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Bangladesh tour of West Indies 2024

WI vs BAN: Pacer Jayden Seales bagged three wickets with the new ball and Bangladesh could not manage to post a big total on the board.

Mahmudullah scored a patient fifty after the collapse.

Jayden Seales's crucial breakthroughs helped West Indies dominate.

Brandon King missed his century in the run chase. 

West Indies pacer Jayden Seales celebrates a wicket during 2nd ODI against Bangladesh.

Jayden Seales

Jayden Seales' career best 4/22 ends West Indies' decade-long wait for ODI series win against Bangladesh with easy 7-wicket victory

This is the first time that all available seats for the first four days of a non-Ashes Test in England have been sold out.

India to tour England for five Tests in 2025.

They will play in Edgbaston for the second Test.

Tickets for the first four days of Edgbaston game are fully booked.

Ben Stokes and Rohit Sharma in frame

Ticket sales for IND vs ENG Edgbaston Test creates history, first four days fully booked with more than 200 days to go

Mohammad Kaif wants Indian bowlers to target Travis Head's weakness like Australian pacers have against Virat Kohli in the series so far.

Virat Kohli has been troubled by short of the length deliveries by Australian pacers.

Kohli has three low scores and a century in the ongoing tour so far.

Mohammad Kaif wants Indian bowlers to exploit Travis Head's weakness.

Scott Boland of Australia celebrates after dismissing Virat Kohli of India during day two of the Men's Test Match series between Australia and India at Adelaide Oval on December 07, 2024.

Scott Boland, Virat Kohli

'You know that Kohli will mess up around the off stump and send a catch': Former Indian cricketer on Scott Boland exploiting Virat's weakness

David Warner does not believe that Glenn Maxwell should be able to make a comeback to Test cricket without playing Sheffield Shield games.

Glenn Maxwell last played a Test match in 2017.

Maxwell averages just over 26 in Tests.

Maxwell wishes to use his experienced in sub-continent conditions on Sri Lanka tour. 

David Warner of Australia is congratulated by team mate Glenn Maxwell at the end of his innings during the Group Stage match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 between Afghanistan and Australia at Bristol County Ground on June 01, 2019.

David Warner, Glenn Maxwell

'He doesn't deserve that opportunity': David Warner does not wish to see Glenn Maxwell's comeback in Test cricket

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Sydney Thunder

Cameron Timothy Bancroft

Christopher James Green

Daniel Richard Sams

David Andrew Warner

Jason Jaskirat Singh Sangha

Liam Conor Hatcher

Lachlan Hammond Ferguson

Matthew Gilkes

Nathan John McAndrew

Nicolas James Maddinson

Oliver Davies

Ryan Edward Hadley

Samuel William Billings

Sam Konstas

Sherfane Eviston Rutherford

Tanveer Sangha

Wesley Austin Agar

William Salzmann

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Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

113* by Callum Ferguson v Perth Scorchers on January 24, 2019 - w

Callum Ferguson

110 by Alex Hales v Sydney Sixers on January 22, 2021 - r

Alex Hales

109* by Usman Khawaja v Melbourne Stars on December 20, 2015 - r

Usman Khawaja

5/30 by Daniel Sams v Brisbane Heat on December 27, 2023 - r

Daniel Sams

4/14 by Fawad Ahmed v Sydney Sixers on January 14, 2017 - w

Fawad Ahmed

4/14 by Tanveer Sangha v Melbourne Renegades on December 26, 2020 - r

113* by Callum Ferguson v Perth Scorchers on January 24, 2019 - Sydney Thunder beat Perth Scorchers by 6 wickets

5/30 by Daniel Sams v Brisbane Heat on December 27, 2023 - Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Thunder by 15 runs

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