DRS Jan 16: Sarfaraz Khan imposter in leaking secrets, big blow to KKR & Gautam Gambhir scolded Morkel?
Another day, another day filled with rumours. One was seemingly so fake that even Jasprit Bumrah himself had to step in to shed some light of truth. Bumrah was reportedly given a bed rest only for the pacer to announce that that was a baseless rumour. Continuing another narrative was the rumour, stating that Gautam Gambhir accused Sarfaraz Khan for leaking dressing room secrets of Team India. To put it bluntly, the BCCI is in shambles currently. Ever since New Zealand cleanswept India, things have gone up for a toss, with news even saying that Gambhir even reprimanded bowling coach Morne Morkel for being late for training. On that note, here are the top eye-catching cricketing news from Wednesday, January 15.
Sarfaraz Khan leaked secrets?
A shocking report claims that India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, accused Sarfaraz Khan of leaking dressing room secrets to the media. The alleged incident occurred during a review meeting after India’s loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Gambhir reportedly told the BCCI that Sarfaraz was responsible for the leak. However, neither Gambhir nor Sarfaraz has commented on the matter, and the report’s authenticity remains unverified as well. Sarfaraz was benched throughout the series and didn’t play a single Test in Australia. Read more here: Gambhir accused Sarfaraz of leaking dressing room talks?
Gautam Gambhir scolded Morkel?
A report also claims that Indian coach Gautam Gambhir publicly reprimanded bowling coach Morne Morkel for being late to a training session during the IND vs AUS Test series. Morkel allegedly arrived late due to a personal meeting. The incident reportedly left Morkel reserved for the rest of the tour. The BCCI is also scrutinizing assistant coaches Abhishek Nayar and Ryan ten Doeschate following India’s 1-3 loss in the series. Their contracts may be capped at 2-3 years. Read more here: Gambhir “reprimanded” Morkel, Nayar & Doeschate under BCCI scanner
Big blow to KKR!
Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025 and is likely to miss IPL 2025 due to a back injury. The South African pacer was set to make his international return from a toe injury but will now undergo rehabilitation. This could be a massive blow to Kolkata Knight Riders, who signed Nortje for Rs 6.50 crore. The team will have to rely on younger bowlers in his absence. South Africa will announce a replacement for Nortje soon. Read more here: Nortje ruled out of CT due to back injury, unlikely to play for KKR
Jasprit Bumrah vs rumours
Jasprit Bumrah has denied reports that he’s been advised bed rest due to a swelling on his back. The Indian pacer took to social media platform X to call out the “fake news,” saying it made him laugh but came from an unreliable source. Bumrah had suffered a back spasm during the IND vs AUS 5th Test and underwent scans. His recovery status will reportedly determine his inclusion in the Champions Trophy squad. Read more here: Bumrah calls out “fake news” on advised bed rest
Google, Microsoft to buy cricket franchise?
A group of top Indian-origin tech leaders, including Sundar Pichai (Google CEO) and Satya Nadella (Microsoft CEO), is bidding over ₹844 crore for a stake in one of two London-based cricket teams, Oval Invincibles or London Spirit, in The Hundred tournament. Led by Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora and Times Internet’s Satyan Gajwani, the consortium also includes Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen. Read more here: Google CEO, Microsoft CEO join ₹844 crore bid for Hundred franchise.
India W decimate Ireland W
India’s women’s cricket team thrashed Ireland by 304 runs, sealing a 3-0 series whitewash. India posted a massive 435/5, with centuries from Pratika Rawal (154) and Smriti Mandhana (135), who shared a 200+ run opening partnership. Ireland struggled in response, crumbling for 131 in 31.4 overs. Deepti Sharma took 3 wickets, while Minnu Mani claimed 2. This victory marked India’s biggest ever win in women’s ODIs. Read more here: Indian women’s team thrashes IRE by biggest margin to whitewash series
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