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- 1Virat Kohli to retire from India cricket after 2027 World Cup▼Virat Kohli says he will retire from India cricket after 2027 World Cup
India cricket star Virat Kohli has announced he will retire from international cricket after the 2027 World Cup. The 37-year-old batter is one of the most decorated players in the sport's history, and the announcement sets a timeline for the end of a two-decade career. Fans and pundits are reacting to the news, weighing how Kohli's final years with India will unfold ahead of the tournament.
- 2Bangladesh board launches franchise-based all-format domestic competition▼BCB launches franchise-based all-format domestic competition
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a new franchise-based domestic competition covering all three formats of the game. The move aims to restructure domestic cricket in Bangladesh around franchises rather than traditional regional teams, giving players consistent competition in first-class, one-day and T20 formats. Details such as teams, ownership and scheduling have not yet been widely reported.
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West Indies batsman Shai Hope says his side is treating India's challenge seriously ahead of their cricket series. Speaking ahead of the fixture, Hope acknowledged India's strength and said the West Indies are preparing carefully for a tough contest. Fans and commentators are weighing up whether the Caribbean side can match India's depth and form in the upcoming matches.
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Japan is making a concerted effort to develop cricket as a national sport, according to a Deccan Herald feature. The report details the country's plans to build infrastructure, train players and grow the game from a small base, drawing attention from cricket's traditional heartlands in South Asia and beyond.
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The suspension of the Super50 tournament has raised fresh concerns over West Indies cricket. The decision affects one of the region's premier domestic one-day competitions and comes amid ongoing worries about the state of the game in the Caribbean. Commentators warn it could deepen problems facing player development and the wider West Indies cricket setup.