From the Cricket World
2 short reads across Cricket World: Kapil Dev has voiced support for Imran Khan, describing him • China’s Shaxi Town Cricket Stadium in Taicang is presented a…
Quick sweep of stories worth flagging — each summarised in a line.
• ‘A friend we admired, played with’: Kapil Dev after letter supporting Imran Khan amid silence from Pakistani cricketers. As Pakistan’s cricket fraternity remains silent over Imran Khan’s deteriorating health, Kapil Dev urged support for his ‘friend’.
• China’s Shaxi Town Cricket Stadium in Taicang is the country’s statement of intent; ready to host games. Although cricket hasn’t really caught on in China, there are efforts from the local governing body to change the status quo.
• Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev among 21 cricketers to write to Shehbaz Sharif, request ‘humane treatment’ for Imran Khan. It's been more than three years since the Pakistan legend has been in jail. His health is deteriorating by the day, and his supporters are worried.
• We want to play here consistently, not after 23 or 25 years - Najmul Hossain Shanto. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expressed desire for more regular Test tours to Australia after the series. He highlighted the value of consistent exposure rather than infrequent visits spanning decades.
• Gambhir's out-of-the-box idea for Test cricket. India coach Gautam Gambhir shared an innovative suggestion for improving Test cricket during the lead-up to the Colombo Test. The idea focuses on player development and match dynamics.