Cricbuzz: What Happened in NZ and What's Up With IPL 2025?
Hey cricket fans! Cricbuzz here, with the lowdown on two pretty big stories: Sri Lanka Women's rain-soaked tour of New Zealand, and the seriously strict new rules for IPL 2025. Let's dive in!
Sri Lanka Women's Tour: Washed Out!
The first ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand? Completely rained out. Honestly, who saw that coming? Harshitha Samarawickrama was playing brilliantly – a second ODI fifty for her, reaching 66 not out before the heavens opened up. She really carried the team's innings after some early wickets, including captain Chamari Athapaththu. It was a real shame. Sri Lanka were 147/5 after 36.4 overs when the match was called off. It just goes to show you, even the best-laid plans can be ruined by a bit of unpredictable weather. You know how sometimes things just spiral? This was one of those times. Check Cricbuzz for the full details, if you're interested in the finer points.
IPL 2025: BCCI Cracks Down
The BCCI has announced some pretty significant rule changes for IPL 2025, and they're not messing around. They're aiming for a super-strict, ultra-professional environment. It's a big shift. What's new? Well, get this: family members are now restricted from the dressing rooms. Players have to travel together on team buses. And practice sessions? Those are getting a serious overhaul. Think stricter rules around net availability, and absolutely no practicing on match days. The focus, according to the BCCI, is firmly on the game itself.
That's not all. There are new rules around what players wear, too. Mandatory caps during certain parts of the game, and guidelines on post-match presentation attire. It feels like they’re trying to really tighten things up. It all feels a bit... intense. But hey, maybe it will make for a better, more focused tournament. The BCCI clearly wants to maintain the integrity of the IPL, and they're making a serious statement with these changes.
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