Draymond Green suspended indefinitely -Draymond Green has been suspended indefinitely for striking Jusuf Nurkić in the the face.

Golden State’s Draymond Green is expected to receive counseling and work with the Warriors and NBA while suspended after striking Phoenix’s Jusuf Nurkic in the head on Tuesday night. He has to meet criteria before a return to play.

Draymond Green is out of control. We now have 4 wildly violent, very different incidents in 15 months — 3 in his last 26 games played, 1 in every 9 games. … These are UFC moves. It seems to be taking less & less to provoke him.” Nick Wright on Draymond striking Nurkić.

Jusuf Nurkic on the Draymond Green Flagrant 2: “What’s going on with him, I don’t know. Personally, I feel like that brother needs help. I’m glad he didn’t try to choke me.”

The NBA says this outcome takes into account Green’s repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts

In the NBA’s statement about Draymond Green’s indefinite suspension, it reads:

Green’s suspension will begin immediately. He will be required to meet certain league and team conditions before he returns to play.

Draymond Green has now been suspended 4 times in 2023 alone.

March: 1 game for 16th technical foul
April: 1 game for stepping on Sabonis
November: 5 games for putting Gobert in headlock
December: indefinitely for striking Nurkic

 

Being suspended hurts but it allows me to watch my king Lebron more often” – Draymond Green

 

NBA allows WWE permission to speak with Draymond Green:

“When HHH tuned into Sports Center he shot a text to Golden State Warriors executives about the status of Draymond. He had some ideas about adding him to WWE’s developmental brand, NXT, in exchange for an unspecified monetary contribution. With the suspension news coming down, Adam Silver gave the okay for WWE to negotiate.”

Draymond Green is a professional basketball player who spent most of his career with the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. He’s known for his versatility, defensive prowess, and basketball IQ. Green has been a crucial part of the Warriors’ success, contributing significantly to their multiple championship victories. He’s also recognized for his passing ability, rebounding, and leadership on the court.

Draymond Green was born on March 4, 1990, in Saginaw, Michigan. He played college basketball at Michigan State University, where he was a standout player, showcasing his skills as a versatile forward.

He entered the NBA in 2012, drafted by the Golden State Warriors as the 35th overall pick. Green quickly became known for his defensive intensity, often guarding multiple positions effectively due to his size, agility, and basketball IQ.

Green’s impact goes beyond traditional statistics; he’s a master at playmaking for a player in his position, often serving as a point forward, creating opportunities for his teammates. His passing ability, court vision, and high basketball IQ make him a unique asset on the floor.

Throughout his career, he’s been pivotal in the Warriors’ success, helping the team win multiple NBA championships. Green’s defensive skills earned him recognition, including being named NBA Defensive Player of the Year.

Here’s the NBA’s official release on the Draymond Green indefinite suspension. It says he has to meet certain team and league conditions before a return to play.

Rishabh Pant‘s Comeback: A Game-Changer for IPL 2024.

Rishabh Pant set to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024.

He has been undergoing rehabilitation at BCCI’s National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru

He is Expected to regain fitness by the end of February 2024.

He will take up keeping duties only if he is cleared by BCCI or else will focus on batting & fielding in IPL.

The cricketing universe is abuzz with excitement as the news of Rishabh Pant‘s return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2024 sends ripples of anticipation among fans and enthusiasts alike. Pant, known for his explosive batting and dynamic gameplay, is poised to make a significant impact on the upcoming IPL season.

 

Rishabh Pant‘s Cricketing Journey:

 

Rishabh Pant, a talented cricketer, has been a key figure in Indian cricket, showcasing his remarkable skills across formats. His ability to demolish bowling attacks with aggressive strokes and wicketkeeping has provided him immense admiration and recognition in the cricketing world.

Absence and Anticipation:

Return to the cricket circuit after being sidelined for a year following his car crash in December 2022.

The BCCI hasn’t provided an official update on Pant since July, when they mentioned his “significant progress in his rehabilitation and has commenced batting as well as keeping in the nets”.

The first indication of Pant’s potential IPL comeback emerged in November when he participated in a Capitals camp in Kolkata. This gathering involved senior franchise personnel like Sourav Ganguly (director of cricket), Ricky Ponting (head coach), and Pravin Amre (assistant coach). Subsequently, Pant engaged in discussions about player retention and release before the upcoming auction in Dubai on December 19, as well as initial auction plans.

Rishabh Pant has posted below video on his Twitter account. This shows the hardwork that he is putting up to make sure he comeback on field very soon.

Impact on Team Dynamics:

Pant’s presence in the IPL is not merely a boost for his respective team but also elevates the overall intensity and competitiveness of the tournament. His aggressive batting style and presence behind the stumps are expected to be instrumental in reshaping team strategies and dynamics.

 

Fan Expectations and Enthusiasm:

 

Fans, eagerly awaiting Pant’s return, anticipate fireworks on the field as he unleashes his trademark batting blitzes and exhibits his game-changing abilities. His performances have always been a delight for cricket enthusiasts, and the prospect of witnessing his sheer talent on the IPL stage once again is a source of immense excitement.

The cricketing fraternity gears up for IPL 2024, Rishabh Pant’s return stands as one of the most highly anticipated events. His entry into the tournament promises to infuse new energy, entertainment.

Rishabh Pant’s T20 career has been a blend of explosive batting displays, innovative strokeplay, and an ability to turn games around with his aggressive approach.

Early Stages:

Pant burst onto the T20 scene with his stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) in 2016. His fearless batting style and ability to clear boundaries earned him recognition as a potential game-changer.

IPL Performances:

His IPL career has been a rollercoaster of impressive knocks, showcasing his ability to accelerate innings and his penchant for hitting boundaries with ease. Pant has been instrumental for Delhi Capitals, often shouldering the responsibility of anchoring or accelerating the innings as per the team’s requirement.

 

Key Highlights:

 

In 2018, during IPL, Pant smashed a blistering 128* off just 63 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad, which remains one of his standout performances in T20 cricket.

 

His consistency in T20 cricket, coupled with strike rates well above 150, has made him a sought-after player in franchise leagues worldwide

IND VS SA • 1st Test • India tour of South Africa, 2023-24

Series: India tour of South Africa, 2023-24

Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion

Date & Time: Dec 26, 1:30 PM IST

On the previous tour IND VS SA- Team India had lost the three-test match series by 2-1 Virat Kohli’s captaincy. Rohit Sharma will be the new captain to take the challenge to create history by defeating the strong South Africa team on their home soil. The much awaited final leg of the India tour of South Africa 2023-24 will start with first Test match on December 26 at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. The fixture is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST. IND VS SA Live Streaming will be available on Disney+ Hotstar & Star Sports Network.

South Africa Record at SuperSport Park

They have played 28 matches at SuperSport Park and have won 22 times and lost 3. The 3 other matches resulted in a draw.

Average score at SuperSport Park

South Africa score has an average of 315 runs when playing a Test match at this ground. On the other hand, India’s average score at SuperSport Park is 259 runs.

South Africa’s highest score has been 621/10 against Sri Lanka in 2020. South Africa won the contest by an innings and 45 runs.

Head to Head record of  IND VS SA Test record at SuperSport Park

South Africa and India have faced each other on 3 occasions at SuperSport Park. South Africa have won 2 of those clashes while India enjoyed the upper hand in 1 game.

IND VS SA overall head-to-head test records, they have faced each other on 42 occasions, South Africa has won 17 times, whereas Team India has won 15 times, and 10 matches ended with a draw.

Toss Impact at SuperSport Park ground

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Average v/s economy of bowlers at SuperSport Park ground

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Batting and Bowling leaders at SuperSport Park ground – The SuperSport Park is generally known as a pacer-friendly surface, as the fast bowlers take most of the wickets in test matches. The batsman will face lots of challenges throughout all five days with swing and seam movement from the wickets.

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IND VS SA Squad for test matches

South Africa Squad
Temba Bavuma
David Bedingham
Nandre Burger
Gerald Coetzee
Tony de Zorzi
Dean Elgar
Marco Jansen
Keshav Maharaj
Aiden Markram
Wiaan Mulder
Lungi Ngidi
Keegan Petersen
Kagiso Rabada
Tristan Stubbs
Kyle Verreynne

India Squad
Ravichandran Ashwin
Jasprit Bumrah
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Shubman Gill
Shreyas Iyer
Ravindra Jadeja
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Ishan Kishan
Virat Kohli
Prasidh Krishna
Mukesh Kumar
KL Rahul
Mohammad Shami
Rohit Sharma
Mohammed Siraj
K Srikar Bharat
Shardul Thakur

IND VS SA – Predicted Playing XI

South Africa – Temba Bavuma (captain), Dean Elgar, Keegan Peterson, Aden Markram, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jensen, Gerald Coetzee, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj

Team India – Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill/Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Srikar Bharat, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Mukesh Kumar/Shardul Thakur, Ravi Ashwin

After defeat in ICC World cup final team india will want to make an impact in IND VS SA test match by winning the test series under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy.  Experience players like  Virat Kolhi, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravichandran Ashwin will have major role to play. India will want to finish year 2023 on winning note. On the other hand Dean Elgar will be playing his last test match series, he will want to finish it on high note. It will be nail-biting battle on SuperSport Park ground. Battle between South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada and Virat Kolhi will be treat to watch. Coach Rahul Dravid says “KL Rahul is confident to keep wickets in Test cricket”. “The main challenge here is the fact that the pitches have a lot of bounce and seam movement. It can be tough for batting. The tracks are result-oriented. It can happen that if a bad session happens, you can be far behind the game. So the key is to minimize damage in case of a bad session, like you shouldn’t loose 6-7 wickets in a session. In Batting those extra 50-60 runs have to be made because 20 wickets will fall for sure. So, the team that bats better will win.”