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‘Without brains … this loss is going to damage England’ Michael Vaughan and Stuart Broad’s frank talk on England’s loss to Australia in first Test of Ashes | Cricket News

‘Without brains … this loss is going to damage England’ Michael Vaughan and Stuart Broad’s frank talk on England’s loss to Australia in first Test of Ashes | Cricket News

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At one point in their second innings, England had reached 65 for 1, and the lead had swelled to 105, but a stunning collapse triggered by some questionable batting left Australia needing 205, which they achieved through Travis Head’s sensational hundred. Former captain Michael Vaughan believes that the collapse and the subsequent hammering loss is going to “hurt and damage” England. “They have the tools to be really competitive, but you can’t be competitive without brains … This is going to hurt England, it’s going to damage them I think,” Vaughan said on Kayo Sports. “I thought after yesterday’s play England had opened up a few cracks in the Australian batting lineup. You can’t just play one way, which is what they’ve done, and they’ve come unstuck today and they came unstuck yesterday.” Former England bowler too rued the missed opportunities. “England will be really frustrated in the fact that they got themselves in such a brilliant position … We got ourselves into a position where WinViz was saying 75% (chance of victory for) England. …

Stuart Broad believes Steve Smith may decide Ashes: ‘Still don’t know how to get him out’ | Cricket News

Stuart Broad believes Steve Smith may decide Ashes: ‘Still don’t know how to get him out’ | Cricket News

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Former England paceman Stuart Broad believes that restricting Australia batter Steve Smith will hold the key for the visiting side to have a chance at winning a first Ashes series away from home in 15 years. Ben Stokes’ side will kick off their challenge against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Friday. The first of five Tests will see England go up against a weakened team that will be led by Smith in the absence of their captain and pace spearhead Pat Cummins. Aussie quick Josh Hazlewood will also miss out. With Australia’s top-order in shaky form, and their famed pace trio – Cummins, Hazlewood and Mitch Starc – far from fully fit, England have been tipped to have a good chance at this year’s Ashes. But Broad has warned that Australia will have the edge if Smith is in form, saying he can single-handedly turn games in the visitors’ favour. Story continues below this ad “To win the series, we have to keep him (Smith’s average) to under 50, don’t we? ” …

‘I was told to be lenient to India…Ganguly didn’t listen’: Stuart Broad’s father slams ICC, recalls politics during time as match-referee | Cricket News

‘I was told to be lenient to India…Ganguly didn’t listen’: Stuart Broad’s father slams ICC, recalls politics during time as match-referee | Cricket News

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Former England batter Chris Broad has made explosive allegations against the International Cricket Council (ICC) for flagrant leniency shown to India during his time as a match referee. The 68-year-old Broad claimed that he was asked to show leniency to India’s over-rate offences at a certain time in his two-decade refereeing career. The father of England pace legend Stuart Broad, Chris, claimed that the ICC did not renew his contract in 2024, ending his time as a match referee in international cricket after 21 years, since his first appointment in 2003. “I was very happy to carry on,” Broad told in an interview with The Telegraph. “But for 20 years, I dodged a lot of bullets, both politically and physically. I look back and I think, ‘you know, 20 years is quite a long time to be doing that job’. I’m pleased not to be travelling to certain parts of the world. And I was always someone who believed in right and wrong and in certain parts of the world it’s a bit like the …

Stuart Macgill to serve community service after being convicted for a cocaine deal | Cricket News

Stuart Macgill to serve community service after being convicted for a cocaine deal | Cricket News

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Former Australian cricketer Stuart Macgill will have to serve a community sentence after being convicted for a cocaine deal in which he was kidnapped. the 54-year-old McGill had been accused of facilitating a cocaine deal between his partner’s brother, Marino Sotiropoulos, and a dealer (who was not named for legal reasons) called Person A. Macgill was the link for a $330,000 exchange for a kilogram of cocaine between his brother-in-law, Marino Sotiropoulos, and his regular drug dealer. The cricketer arranged for a meeting under his restaurant on Sydney’s north shore. However, the former Test leg-spinner denied knowing that a deal would take place and admitted that he regularly purchased half a gram of cocaine for $200 from the dealer. MacGill has been sentenced to an intensive corrections order for one year and 10 months, and also 495 hours of community service by Judge Nicole Noman. “His role was essential to bring the parties together and for the transaction to occur,” she said. Story continues below this ad “The offender’s colossal lapse of judgment has been …

Where Is Jonathan Lipnicki, Stuart Little Star, Now? The Child Star Breaks Silence on His Career

Where Is Jonathan Lipnicki, Stuart Little Star, Now? The Child Star Breaks Silence on His Career

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Former child star Jonathan Lipnicki, who shot to fame in films like Jerry Maguire and Stuart Little, recently spoke out about his career trajectory and personal growth. Now 34, Lipnicki reflected on his career, acknowledging that while he’s had great moments, he’s still striving to reach his full potential. Lipnicki’s rise to fame began at age 5, with standout performances in Jerry Maguire (1995) and the Stuart Little series. As he grew older, he took fewer roles, focusing on acting classes during high school. Lipnicki later appeared in reality shows like Celebs Go Dating and Worst Cooks in America, and continued working in independent films. Though Lipnicki feels his adult career hasn’t quite matched his early success, he remains optimistic. He described his career as “half-and-half successful,” with many projects that were “really good” but unseen by the masses. Despite setbacks, including enduring bullying and depression during his transition from child star to adult actor, Lipnicki has remained determined. He revealed that he has turned down multiple roles recently, focusing on projects that align with his goals. Lipnicki’s journey reflects the challenges many child stars …

Stuart Law Appointed as Nepal Men’s Head Coach

Stuart Law Appointed as Nepal Men’s Head Coach

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Former Australia batter Stuart Law has been appointed to the Nepal Men’s Cricket Team on a two-year contract. He will be taking over the role from Monty Desai, whose tenure earlier this year after guiding Nepal in the T20 World Cup appearance. After working with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the West Indies and Afghanistan, he joined US cricket as head coach before being sacked by the Board after serving seven months out of the three-year contract. Stuart Law also held several coaching positions in Australia, including a role as batting coach for the national team and working with the U-19 squad. His predecessor, Monty Desai, oversaw throughout steady growth for Nepal. Under Desai, Nepal secured whitewash victories against the USA (T20Is) and Canada (ODIs) in early 2024. Nepal made their second-ever T20 World Cup appearance in 2024 but failed to win a match. They also debuted in the ODI Asia Cup in 2023 but returned home winless. 🇳🇵 Head Coach Appointed! 🚨 Australian legend Stuart Law @SLaw365 takes charge of Nepal Men’s National Cricket Team for …

Stuart Law Appointed As Nepal Mens Head Coach For Two Years

Stuart Law Appointed As Nepal Mens Head Coach For Two Years

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File image of Stuart Law© X (Twitter) Former Australian batter Stuart Law has been appointed as the head coach of Nepal’s men’s cricket team for the next two years. He replaces Monty Desai, whose tenure ended in February after two years at the helm. Cricket Association of Nepal posted on X, “ Head coach appointed. Australian legend Stuart Law @SLaw365 takes charge of Nepal Men’s National Cricket Team for the next two years!” Law brings with him a wealth of coaching experience, having worked with multiple international teams. His most recent role was with the USA men’s team, where he led them to a historic T20I series win over Bangladesh and a spot in the Super Eights of the 2024 T20 World Cup. However, his stint lasted just over seven months before he was let go in October 2024. Law has also served as head coach for Bangladesh and West Indies, as well as interim coach for Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Under his leadership, Bangladesh reached their first-ever Asia Cup final in 2012. …

Stuart Broad reasons why England should not make Ben Stokes ODI captain: ‘Would be lost for words’ | Cricket News

Stuart Broad reasons why England should not make Ben Stokes ODI captain: ‘Would be lost for words’ | Cricket News

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While England are in search of a new ODI captain, former seamer Stuart Broad has cautioned against taking a backward step in appointing Test skipper Ben Stokes as leader of the 50-over side. After England’s harrowing league-stage Champions Trophy exit and Jos Buttler’s resignation from captaincy, ECB managing director Rob Key had suggested Stokes among the potential candidates for the ODI captaincy. “Ben Stokes is one of the best captains I’ve ever seen. So it would be stupid not to look at him. It’s just the knock-on effect of what that means,” Key told reporters last week. “I think nothing’s off the table really. You look at every single option and you think, right, what is the best thing to do? How is that going to impact on other things? While Stokes had previously hinted at returning for the Champions Trophy, a hamstring tear during last year’s New Zealand tour doused the plans. Stokes has not featured in a 50-over match since the 2023 ODI World Cup, a tournament for which he had returned from …

Former Australia Cricketer Stuart MacGill Found Guilty of Cocaine Drug Deal

Former Australia Cricketer Stuart MacGill Found Guilty of Cocaine Drug Deal

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Former Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill was found guilty of facilitating a drug deal between a dealer and his partner’s brother. A Sydney District Court jury acquitted the 54-year-old leg-spinner of facilitating a one-kg cocaine deal worth AUD 330,000 in April 2021. However, MacGill had denied the claims saying he only introduced the two parties, but the jury found him guilty. It took the jury about seven hours of deliberations to find the former cricketer not guilty and he was cleared of the charge on supply of a large commercial quantity of a prohibited drug. Stuart MacGill pleaded not guilty and his defence lawyers casted doubts on person A’s credibility, arguing his conduct was deceptive and dishonest in multiple respects. Stuart MacGill (image: X) The jury did not agree to MacGill’s claims, saying that it is not possible that such a big deal took place without his knowing, however, it acquitted him of being involved in the one KG cocaine deal. He was convicted of the charge of taking part in drug supply. MacGill who played …