Cricket Today: Kohli and Co ravage the Proteas
Welcome to Cricket Today where we examine what is going on in the world of Cricket365 and social media.
What’s on the site
India monstered the Proteas in the first ODI in Durban with late wickets failing to take the gloss off an excellent chase.
The Black Caps expect David Warner to come out swinging in the T20 tri-series.
Andre Russell returns after serving his one year doping ban.
John Nicholson has his say on T20 cricket.
What’s in the news
Pakistan claimed third in the ICC Under-19 World Cup.
Three Essex Eagles stars are headed to Hong Kong for the T20 Blitz.
The Dolphins and Warriors are set to face off in the MODC final.
Matthew Wade has made peace with his international career possibly being over.
Sri Lanka fought back in the first Test against Bangladesh.
What’s on social media
Dan Liebke offering commentary on commentary made our morning.
“You’re being smart!” says Mark Waugh to Howie, revealingly using the term as an insult. #BBL07
— Dan Liebke (@LiebCricket) February 1, 2018
On this day in 1981 New Zealand nearly went to war with Australia.
#OnThisDay 1981: One of the most controversial moments in cricket history pic.twitter.com/pdUi3ddHtb
— World Series Cup (@WSCupCricket) January 31, 2018
Finally have a little Big Bash six to keep you going.
Klinger sends one over the rope and it’s caught in the crowd! https://t.co/j4L7hxSCGS #BBL07 pic.twitter.com/xITzY7TGyU
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) February 1, 2018
What’s on TV
Saturday 3rd February
ICC Under 19 Cricket World Cup 2018
Australia Under 19s 01:00 India Under 19s
Sky Sports Cricket (00:55), Sky Sports Main Event (01:00)
Sunday 4th February
South Africa v India ODI Series 2018
South Africa 08:00 India
Sky Sports Cricket (07:55), Sky Sports Main Event (08:00)
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