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Huge Concern For England Cricket, Qualification For 2027 World Cup Could Be In Doubt. Here’s Why

Huge Concern For England Cricket, Qualification For 2027 World Cup Could Be In Doubt. Here’s Why

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England have slipped to eighth place in the ICC Men’s ODI rankings following the annual update last week, raising concerns about their direct qualification for the 2027 ODI World Cup, as per Wisden. The rankings update with each match and series played, but annual update reduces the impact of matches older than a year and completely removes results from over three years ago. As a result, England, despite climbing to No. 2 in the Test rankings, dropped to eighth in ODIs. Between May 4, 2024 and May 4, 2025, they managed just three wins in 14 ODIs, giving them a win/loss ratio of 0.272 — better only than Nepal and Bangladesh in that period. This decline could affect their path to the next World Cup. The 2027 edition will feature 14 teams. South Africa and Zimbabwe have already secured their spots as co-hosts. Namibia, another host, won’t get automatic entry because only ICC Full Member hosts get that benefit. Eight other teams will qualify directly through the ODI rankings, excluding the host nations. …

“The Rules They Put…”: ‘Banned’ Harry Brook Breaks Silence On Decision To Pull Out Of IPL 2025

“The Rules They Put…”: ‘Banned’ Harry Brook Breaks Silence On Decision To Pull Out Of IPL 2025

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Harry Brook has revealed the BCCI didn’t formally communicate their decision to him.© AFP Newly-appointed white-ball captain of England, Harry Brook, has opened up on his two-year ban from the Indian Premier League (IPL). Brook was bought by Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for Rs 6.2 crore, but the batter pulled out of lucrative contract days ahead of the start of the tournament in order to be free and fresh to play for England. As a result, the player has been banned from entering the auction for the next two seasons. However, Brook has re-asserted he is ready to reduce his participation in franchise tournaments in order to focus more on his international career. Speaking to The Mirror, Brook said: “This is my priority. England is the way forward for me and franchise cricket can almost take a step back for little while. At the end of the day I enjoy playing cricket for England more than anything else. “So to lose a little bit of money here and there, …

“He Just Didn’t Want To…”: Ex-England Captain Backs BCCI’s IPL Ban On Harry Brook

“He Just Didn’t Want To…”: Ex-England Captain Backs BCCI’s IPL Ban On Harry Brook

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Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) move to ban Harry Brook after the batter pulled out of of the upcoming Indian Premier League season. England star Brook has been banned from the T20 event for two seasons following his last minute pullout from IPL 2025. Ealier this month, Brook had made himself unavailable for the second straight season. Notably, any foreign player who misses the T20 event after getting picked at the auction faces a two-year ban from the the tournament unless he is injured. Brook, who was bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 6.25 crore in the auction held in November last year, opted out of IPL 2025 to focus on his England career. He had withdrawn from IPL 2024 as well, following the death of his grandmother. Vaughan felt it was a right call made the Indian cricket board to ban the player after his decision to pull out despite being fit. “I think they are right. You put yourself forward. The …

England Batter Harry Brook Slammed Brutally Over 2-Year IPL Ban: “Need To Respect…”

England Batter Harry Brook Slammed Brutally Over 2-Year IPL Ban: “Need To Respect…”

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File photo of Harry Brook© BCCI Former Australia captain Michael Clarke supported the BCCI after they decided to ban Harry Brook from the Indian Premier League (IPL) for 2 years. The decision was taken after the England batter pulled out of the competition despite Delhi Capitals buying him for Rs 6.25 crore in the mega auction. According to the BCCI rules, if any player is bought in the auction and then decides to withdraw, he will be banned for two years. Clarke said that he completely understands BCCI’s stance in the matter and said that this will be a precedent for the future. He added that players cannot withdraw just because they did not get their desired price in the auction and withdrawals should be restricted to emergency situations. “What did Harry Brook get bought for? Imagine he’s on a full contract with the ECB and he’s been banned now. Because this is what happens as well. A lot of players go into the auction, they don’t get picked up for the amount …

“BCCI Trying To…”: Harry Brook’s England Teammate Drops Blunt Verdict On 2-Year IPL Ban

“BCCI Trying To…”: Harry Brook’s England Teammate Drops Blunt Verdict On 2-Year IPL Ban

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England star Harry Brook pulled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign for the second year in a row, as he made himself unavailable ahead of the start of the 2025 season at the last minute. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) allows players to take such decisions due to injury or family-related issues, Brook’s pull-out wasn’t down to any of those factors. Hence, the England star is set to be banned from participating in the IPL for the next two seasons. As the board’s tough stance became a topic of debate, Brook’s England mates Adil Rashid and Moeen Ali shared their honest opinions on the matter. Moeen Ali, who has played for multiple IPL franchises over the years, refused to label BCCI’s stance on the matter ‘harsh’, saying if a player pulls out this way, it messes his whole team up. “It’s not harsh. I kind of agree with it, in a way, because a lot of people do that,” Moeen said in the ‘Beard Before Wicket’ …

England Batter Harry Brook Slammed Brutally Over 2-Year IPL Ban: “Need To Respect…”

England Star Harry Brook Pulls Out Of IPL 2025 Just 12 Days Before Start, Risks 2-Year Ban

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England batter Harry Brook has pulled out of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) this year, for the second successive season and stands at risk of facing a two-year ban from future editions of the cash-rich league. As per ESPNCricinfo, Brook’s move to pull out from the league was conveyed by the officials of England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) last week and then revealed to his franchise Delhi Capitals (DC), who got him in the last year’s auction for Rs 6.25 crores. There is nothing official that has emerged on the matter from the IPL itself and Brook has not given a reason for his withdrawal so far. He is the frontrunner for the position of white-ball captaincy for England, replacing Jos Buttler following a disastrous run in the 2023 50-over World Cup to a winless ICC Champions Trophy. An all-format player for England with 18 months left on his central contract, so workload could be one of the …

“Are The Lights In Lahore Okay?” Sunil Gavaskar Takes Jibe At England Star After Loss To Afghanistan

“Are The Lights In Lahore Okay?” Sunil Gavaskar Takes Jibe At England Star After Loss To Afghanistan

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Legendary India cricketer and reputed commentator Sunil Gavaskar has taken a jibe at England batter Harry Brook following England’s exit from the Champions Trophy 2025. England were defeated by Afghanistan by eight runs in a dramatic Group B game, with the 2019 World Cup winners failing to chase down a target of 326. Brook had blamed the smog after getting out during the 2025 T20I series against India, and Gavaskar did not hesitate to take a sarcastic swipe at him after England’s defeat. During the T20I series against India, Brook had complained that the smog in Kolkata was the reason he could not see the ball, using it as an explanation for getting out to spinner Varun Chakaravarthy. Brook got out to spin on all five occasions during the series. In the Champions Trophy game against Afghanistan, Brook once again was outfoxed by spin, with all-rounder Mohammad Nabi picking up his wicket. “I just saw Harry Brook’s dismissal. Are the lights in Lahore ok or not? Because when he played in Kolkata, he …

“Watch This, Haters”: India Vice-Captain Shubman Gill Takes Stunning Diving Catch, Sends Internet On Fire

“Watch This, Haters”: India Vice-Captain Shubman Gill Takes Stunning Diving Catch, Sends Internet On Fire

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Team India vice-captain Shubman Gill had an incredible day in the outfield in the second ODI between India and England at Cuttack. Gill took as many as three catches during England’s batting, but the pick of the bunch was a stunning effort to dismiss Harry Brook. Trying to hit a slower ball by Harshit Rana, Brook did not get the perfect timing, sending it high up. However, Gill had to run a fair distance backwards before completing a diving catch, sending the crowd into raptures. The wicket helped break a 66-run partnership between Brook and Joe Root, leaving England at 168/3. It marks the second game in a row that Harshit has benefitted from a superb catch in the outfield. In the first ODI, Harshit picked up the wicket of Ben Duckett after a stunning effort by Yashasvi Jaiswal. Gill’s catch drew plaudits from fans on the internet. “Vice-captain leading by example-this is what top-class fielding looks like!” said one user, on X. “Vice captain on fire,” said another fan. “Haters watch this,” …

India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE Updates: Rohit Sharma Makes 2 Changes, Settles Virat Kohli-Shreyas Iyer Debate As England Bat

India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE Updates: Rohit Sharma Makes 2 Changes, Settles Virat Kohli-Shreyas Iyer Debate As England Bat

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India Vs England 2nd ODI LIVE Scorecard Updates© BCCI India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE: England skipper Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bat against India in the second ODI of the three-match series on Sunday in Cuttack. STar batter Virat Kohli returned to India’s XI after missing the first game due to a swollen knee. He came in to the mix and replaced one-match old Yashasvi Jaiswal as Shreyas Iyer retained his place in the team. Apart from this, mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy also earned his maiden ODI cap. On the other hand, England also made three changes into their XI. Mark Wood, Gus Atkinson, and Jamie Overton made their way into the side.(Live Scorecard) India vs England 2nd ODI Live Updates, straight from Cuttack – February09202513:17 (IST) India vs England Live: England’s Playing XI England (Playing XI): Philip Salt(w), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler(c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood February09202513:16 (IST) India vs England Live: India’s Playing XI India (Playing …

Joe Root Returns As England Announce Playing XI For 1st ODI Against India

Joe Root Returns As England Announce Playing XI For 1st ODI Against India

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India are all set to take on England in a three-match ODI series, starting February 6 in Nagpur. The visitors have announced their playing XI for the first game that is set to take place at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium. The biggest highlight of the squad is that veteran batter Joe Root has been recalled into the team. It is a long-awaited return for Root, whose last match in the format was at the 2023 Cricket World Cup. Root was not included in England’s T20I squad against India that was held before their upcoming ODI series against the same opponent. Right-handed batter Root last played 50-over cricket in November 2023 against Pakistan at Eden Gardens during the ODI World Cup. His inclusion comes as England looks to stabilise its middle order in spin-friendly conditions ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. England’s white-ball tour of India has been challenging, with Jos Buttler’s men suffering a 1-4 defeat in the T20I series. The loss marked a tough start for head coach Brendon McCullum, …