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Cricket Daily Digest – September 8, 2026

The latest cricket headlines, match reaction, squad news, tournament updates and talking points from around the world.

Kevin Pietersen joins England white-ball coaching setup as specialist mentor

Twelve years after his controversial international retirement, Kevin Pietersen has joined England’s white-ball coaching staff as a specialist mentor ahead of next year’s World Cup.

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Cricket Australia opens Big Bash League to private ownership

Cricket Australia has officially approved private ownership for Big Bash League clubs following extensive discussions between state associations and the national governing body over the T20 tournament’s future.

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Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy to miss rest of season

Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will miss the remainder of the season, including next week’s Metro Bank One-Day Final, due to an administrative issue following his decision to re-commit to South Africa.

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Ben Duckett reflects on past England scandals and prioritising Test cricket

England batter Ben Duckett opened up about past off-field scandals, expressing regret for letting his country down, while explaining his decision to prioritise Test cricket over the IPL under captain Joe Root.

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Jason Gillespie criticises Pakistan chief selector Aaqib Javed

Former Pakistan head coach Jason Gillespie has accused chief selector Aaqib Javed of undermining his role and taking total control of the team’s direction, altering the original fast-bowling rebuild plan.

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Imran Khan’s family raises concerns over his health and safety in prison

The family of former Pakistan cricket captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan has expressed severe concern over his well-being in prison, leading other former captains to call for intervention.

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Cricket Australia approves BBL privatisation model amid player dispute

Cricket Australia has ratified a model allowing states to sell stakes in BBL clubs, starting with Melbourne Renegades, despite an ongoing revenue share dispute with players who want an independent assessment.

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Ishan Kishan smashes 270 in Duleep Trophy final to signal red-ball ambitions

East Zone captain Ishan Kishan scored a dominant 270 runs off 334 balls against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final, strengthening his bid for a recall to India’s Test squad.

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BCCI bans Bengal spinner Rohit Yadav for two years over age fraud

The BCCI has handed Bengal leg-spinner Rohit Yadav a two-year ban for age fraud. Yadav previously represented India Under-19s, and the Cricket Association of Bengal has cracked down on 62 other players.

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Travis Head to host Ben Stokes ahead of Big Bash League season

Adelaide Strikers batter Travis Head revealed he will host England’s newly retired star Ben Stokes at his home during the upcoming 2026-27 Big Bash League season.

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Delhi Capitals co-owner dismisses KL Rahul trade rumours

Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal has shut down trade speculation surrounding KL Rahul, confirming the wicketkeeper-batter remains central to the IPL team’s plans for the upcoming season.

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Naman Dhir hits sensational 173 off 64 balls in Sher-E-Punjab T20

Amritsar Soorma’s Naman Dhir smashed 16 fours and 12 sixes in a blistering 173-run knock off just 64 balls, helping his team reach 279 runs in 20 overs.

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Key player battles to watch in England vs Pakistan third Test

With England holding a 2-0 series lead heading into the final Test at Edgbaston, key matchups like Babar Azam facing Jofra Archer will be crucial as Pakistan seeks to salvage pride.

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Latest global cricket scores and scorecards

Track the latest cricket scores and match updates from around the world, featuring Test matches, white-ball internationals, and domestic County Championship fixtures.

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A look at Shubman Gill’s net worth and endorsement deals in 2026

Indian captain Shubman Gill’s financial portfolio in 2026 includes a 16.5 crore rupees IPL salary alongside major brand endorsement partnerships with Nike and CEAT.

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