Tag: Cricket

Australian Cricket Legend Shane Warne Dies at the Age of 52

Australian Cricket Legend Shane Warne Dies at the Age of 52

Australian cricket icon Shane Warne died of a suspected heart attack today in Koh Samui, Thailand today, Friday 4 March. The sad news was confirmed by his management company in an official statement: “Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived. The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course.”

Afghan Women Will Be Banned From Sports

Afghan Women Will Be Banned From Sports

A new Taliban leader announced on Wednesday that Afghan women will be banned from playing cricket and other sports. According to Australian broadcaster SBS, Ahmadhullah Wasiq, the deputy head of the Taliban’s cultural commission, said that women’s involvement in sports was considered inappropriate and unnecessary.

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