Matthew Wade Retires With Memory Of 3 Scoops

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As Matthew Wade retires, let’s take a moment back into 2021. Who can forget Matthew Wade hitting a heroic knock that bailed out his teammates during the 2021 T20 World Cup in Adelaide against Pakistan? His three scoops off Pakistan spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi in the final over, however, showed nerve and skill and commitment that were characteristic of a celebrated career that has lasted 13 years. Wade Turning The Tide With Stoinis It was one of those nights that Wade would never forget. Australia was chasing 177. With the wickets falling in regular intervals, the pressure mounted. With 50 runs needed off the final four overs, Wade joined Marcus Stoinis in the middle. The two all-rounders took on Pakistan’s best bowlers and delivered a masterclass in chase-building under pressure. But it was Wade’s fearlessness against Afridi in the 19th over that etched his name into T20 folklore. The Three Scoops That Shocked Pakistan Needs 20 runs from the last two overs and Wade brazenly launched three consecutive scoops for sixes, each more outrageous than the last. First, he stepped out of his stumps to Afridi’s full-length delivery and moved across the wickets, exposing the stumps behind him. He timed the shot beautifully, taking it over fine leg. Afridi went back a fraction in length, but Wade had anticipated that as well. The second six had him on top of the bowler, scooping again effortlessly. In the third six, Australia had sealed a final ticket, with Wade finishing off the match with a style that sent both Pakistan and their supporters to stunned silence. Wade & His Resilience From this single over, Wade got Pakistan out and proved how his career had changed his journey from a utility wicket-keeper batsman to match-winner one. It was the career summit where persistence, strength and the courage at the right moment marked Wade’s passage. In some ways, Wade’s whole journey tells of his spirit of fight—a player for every role and challenge as he gripped it in grit and audacity. The Legacy of a Fearless Cricketer As Wade leaves international cricket, three scoops against Shaheen Afridi in 2021 will go down in the annals of Australian T20 history, never to be forgotten by fans. The knock epitomized his career: gritty, relentless and ultimately, victorious. His legacy will inspire future generations to play fearlessly, with belief and resolve, just like he did on that magical night in Dubai. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Generated $1.39 Billion Economic Impact

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 generated $1.39 billion for India, boosting tourism, jobs, and the economy.

Move over Bollywood – the real blockbuster of 2023 was the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup and it didn’t just break hearts, it broke the bank too! India Cashes In On Cricket Fever A mind boggling USD 1.39 billion-that’s Rs 11,637 crore-was the economic impact of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 held across India last October-November, according to a Nielsen report commissioned by the ICC. Yes, folks, cricket isn’t just a game here – it’s an economy! Tourism Scores Big It so happened that the real MVPs weren’t just Virat Kohli or Steve Smith but the tourism. As high as $861.4 million was raked in through hotels, restaurants, and travel services. Be it a street-side ‘chai’ establishment or a buffet at a 5-star hotel, the cricket action spilled over into every other business, feeding everyone a slice of the money pie. Who needs the Taj Mahal when one gets a match at the Wankhede Stadium? This translated to nearly 1.25 million spectators in the stadiums, 75% of whom watched an ICC 50-over game for the very first time. It just seems like cricket turns casual viewers into ardent fans-or at least into experts in stadium snacks! Tourists or Superfans? Why Not Both! This also gave India’s international tourism a fillip: 19% of international visitors came onto Indian soil for the first time, simply because they love cricket! As many as 68% of them are ready to shout from the rooftops-or at least Instagram-that India is a must-visit spot. Jobs Galore – Cricket’s Economic Sixer The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 wasn’t all about swanky cricket kits, nor was it: over 48,000 jobs it created. From installing stadiums to serving dosas, cricket set many hands to work. So, the next time someone says that watching sports doesn’t pay off, show them the receipts-this cricket fest actually brought the goods! Australia’s Party Crasher Moment In the end, Australia might have taken the World Cup home and broken India’s unbeaten run, however the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 left India winning big-not just in passion, but in cold, hard cash! The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye

Andrew McDonald; The Calmest Of Heads In The Dynamic Aussie Dressing Room

Andrew McDonald’s calm and collaborative coaching style has transformed Australia into world champions across all cricketing formats.

Andrew McDonald is the man with four test matches to his name however a galaxy of cricketing smarts. He took over as the boss of the Australian Men’s Cricket Team in 2022. His rise from assistant coach to head coach is a fairytale as his fancy facial expressions during news conferences. One minute, he was Langer’s right-hand man; the next minute, he was leading Australia to a historic test series win in Pakistan. Not bad, considering he once had Leicestershire break a 992-day losing streak under his tutelage. World Cups, Wickets and Winning Now, onto silverware. If you thought McDonald warmed the coach’s seat, think again. He masterminded Australia’s victories in both the ICC World Test Championship 2023 and the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. His secret? A cool head under pressure, adapting faster than a spinner switching to seam on a dodgy pitch. While his resume is studded with trophies, his personality has won him even more. Pat Cummins, the Australian Captain, calls him “strategic” and “very organized.” Translation: McDonald’s the guy you want calling the shots when the pressure is on. The Chill Coach    Here’s the plot twist: McDonald is anti-drama as a coach. No theatrics, no big speeches about the “Baggy Green tradition.” Just pure, unadulterated calm. While Justin Langer’s fiery personality got results, McDonald’s collaborative, zen-master vibes have the players absolutely loving him. He’s the cricketing version of your favorite college professor-knowledgeable, approachable and let’s face it, a little too cool for school. As Aussies get ready for the England series, McDonald’s low-key leadership is sure to be the winning formula. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye

Big Blow For Australia As Hazlewood Is Ruled Out Of Scotland T20I’s

Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Scotland due to a minor calf strain he suffered while training last week.

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been declared unfit to feature in the upcoming T20I series against Scotland due to a minor calf strain he suffered while training last week. While the injury is not major, Australian selectors have erred on the side of caution in treating Hazlewood’s recovery with care, given the stakes of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India later this year. However, Hazlewood is expected to be fit in time for the T20Is and ODIs against England in September. Riley Meredith Replaces Hazlewood Riley Meredith has been called up to the squad for the T20Is against Scotland in Hazlewood’s stead. Meredith is a tall right-arm fast bowler who came into the limelight due to his quick pace and ability to extract more bounce than most fast bowlers. He last represented Australia in 2021, and so far he has played 1 ODI and 5 T20Is. The tall pacer has 8 wickets in T20Is with an average of 23.50. While Meredith is a natural wicket-taker, his tendency sometimes to be a bit expensive makes his game quite unpredictable. Solid Domestic Form of Meredith While regularly featuring for the Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League, Meredith has also had spells in English domestic cricket. Following a recent spell with Somerset, he performed well in the Vitality T20 Blast, where he took 14 wickets at an average of 22.78, and six wickets in three matches during the Royal London One-Day Cup; he proved to be a potent white-ball bowler. Australia’s Fast Bowling Woes With Hazlewood out, Australia suffered another blow to its fast bowling, as left-arm pacer Spencer Johnson had already been declared out of the tour of the United Kingdom with an injury. Sean Abbott has been drafted as a replacement for him in the squad. Starc, Cummins, Hazlewood Key for Border-Gavaskar Trophy The Australian team was originally getting ready to unleash its three pacemen who are arguably among the world’s best — Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood — during the UK tour. However, Pat Cummins has been rested for the entire tour, and Mitchell Starc found a place only in the ODI series against England. Upcoming Fixtures It will kick off with a T20I series against Scotland in Edinburgh on September 4. Following the commitment against Scotland, the Australians will head to England to play three T20Is and five ODIs. Focus on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy The Australia management will be hoping to field its full-on pace attack in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy later this year, an important test series against reigning champions India. Australia squad for Scotland T20Is Mitchell Marsh (C), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Riley Meredith, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye

Team India 2024 T20 World Cup Jersey: Price, Availability, & Where to buy?

Price of Team India Official T20 Replica Revealed

With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup coming up next month, fans are excited for some cricket action. It’s being hosted by the West Indies and the USA. India’s team for the tournament has been announced by the BCCI. Fans can’t wait to grab their team’s official merchandise. Let’s take a look at what each team’s official replica looks like and how much it costs. INDIAIndia’s new T20 playing kit, made by Adidas, was launched on May 7. It’s mainly orange, a bold choice. The kit for the World Cup will have the tournament logo and no sponsor logo. The design includes the Indian flag colors around the collar and a gold star to mark their 2007 win. The Official Adidas Team India T20 Replica is available for the fans for a price of INR 5,999. Buy your Team India T20 Replica here: https://shorturl.at/7lxexAdidas has also launched the Team India Official Fan Jersey for the ones who prefer to go low on the budget. The piece of merchandise is available for just INR 999.  What about other nation’s official replicas? ENGLANDEngland also updated their T20 kit, with a brighter red shade and less blue. The design hasn’t been officially released yet but is available online. It’s the kit they’ll wear in matches against Pakistan before the World Cup. It’s uncertain if the kit will include stars representing their previous wins. The Official Castore England T20 Replica is available for the fans for a price of £70.00. AUSTRALIAAustralia’s kit for the World Cup is mainly green for the first time, with a subtle gradient and gold details. It’s similar to their kit from previous seasons but without the black. The Official Asics Australia T20 Replica is available for the fans for a price of $130.00 AUD. PAKISTANPakistan revealed their new kit in a dramatic video. It’s mainly green with an abstract pattern and a grandad collar. It includes a star for their 2009 World Cup win. The Official Matrix Pakistan T20 Replica is available for the fans for a price of PKR 3,500 SOUTH AFRICASouth Africa unveiled their colorful kit at a domestic T20 match final. It features their flag colors and a protea flower motif, a change from their usual green kits. The Official Loto Proteas (South Africa) T20 Replica is available for the fans for a price of South African R.750 As anticipation builds for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the opportunity to don their favorite team’s official replica kits. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.

Umpires & iHawk cameras – England’s Tech Aide to Regain Ashes Down Under 

England's technology driven plan to beat Australia down under.

In the world of cricket, change is often as slow as the pace of a test match on a lazy afternoon. Yet, behind the scenes, a revolution is underway. England under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum are doing everything in their power to win the Ashes Down Under in 2025.  Even if that means, taking the help of technology to beat their oldest rivals. The term iHawk is doing the rounds in England domestic circuit these days. What is iHawk?The England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) performance team is orchestrating a groundbreaking project, crafting a “What It Takes To Win” model tailored specifically for the 2025-26 tour to Australia.  This model draws from the wealth of knowledge possessed by current and former coaches and players, as well as data accumulated from past tours down under.  Once refined, it will guide decisions regarding talent identification and aid selectors in assembling a squad capable of securing England’s first Ashes victory in Australia since 2010-11. The ultimate goal is to breathe life into data and harness its power to achieve success on the field. Facilitating this endeavor is the ECB’s innovative iHawk technology, simplifying and enhancing the collection of crucial cricketing data.  How does iHawk work?By utilizing cameras worn by umpires, iHawk meticulously tracks every delivery, providing insights into factors such as seam movement, release height, pace, and swing. This data is then transformed into an overlay, complete with pertinent information displayed on-screen. Has iHawk been used before?A soft launch of iHawk in 2023 saw extensive data collection from over 200 matches and more than 50,000 deliveries bowled by 250 bowlers. This season marks the first time every domestic men’s and women’s match will be covered, significantly expanding the dataset.  Alongside contracted players, emerging talents like Matthew Potts, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, and Josh Tongue are under scrutiny, with plans to delve into the nuanced differences between the Dukes and Kookaburra balls. As England’s Test summer approaches, this wealth of data will inform the selection committee, comprising captain Ben Stokes, head coach Brendon McCullum, managing director Rob Key, and national selector Luke Wright. The selection process may adopt a forward-thinking approach, with an eye on future series, including the Ashes, to ensure the inclusion of players adept in diverse conditions. Any major reactionsStafford Murray, ECB’s performance lead, elucidates the “performance backwards” approach, emphasizing the importance of setting long-term goals and working backward to achieve them. This methodology proved successful in the selection of Shoaib Bashir for the India tour, highlighting the synergy between data analysis and on-field performance. iHawk, described as HawkEye “lite,” has evolved significantly, transitioning from cumbersome equipment to a streamlined harness equipped with a GoPro and a mobile phone. While not real-time, iHawk’s data is rapidly processed and shared among analysts, aiding decision-making processes. What’s in it for the bowlers?For bowlers, iHawk provides insights into delivery speeds and variations, while batters benefit from analyses of their shot selection and impact on match outcomes. The introduction of an “impact metric” underscores the ECB’s commitment to evaluating players beyond traditional statistics, focusing on their contributions to match dynamics. Umpires also benefit from iHawk, utilizing its insights to refine decision-making and familiarize themselves with players’ tendencies. While not intended as a substitute for DRS, iHawk serves as a valuable developmental tool, enhancing umpiring standards and adapting to evolving gameplay trends. Looking ahead, iHawk holds immense potential to revolutionize cricketing analytics and decision-making processes, paving the way for a more data-driven and informed approach to the sport. As England prepares to battle for the Ashes, the fusion of technology and tradition heralds a new era in cricketing excellence. Also read : https://thesportzplanet.com/cricket-q-collar-technology-tom-kohler-cadmore-connection/The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye.