#metoo: BCCI CEO accused of sexual assault, Update on Dhoni's participation in Vijay Hazare, and more - Cricket News Today, October 13, 2018

Welcome to Sportskeeda's Cricket News Today for October 13, 2018.

The second Test between India and West Indies continued today at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. After bowling the Windies out for 311, India got off to a flying start thanks to Prithvi Shaw once again. He ended up scoring a quickfire 70 before getting dismissed.

Later in the day, Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant took the attack to the opposition. They are currently on an unbeaten 146 run partnership for the fifth wicket, with Pant on 85 and Rahane on 75.

Apart from the India-Windies Test, England defeated Sri Lanka in the rain-affected 2nd ODI to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

There were also some allegations raised against BCCI CEO Rahul Johri.

So, let's take a look at the trending news from today.

#1 MS Dhoni will not play Vijay Hazare Trophy

A few days ago, reports had emerged regarding MS Dhoni's participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Jharkhand.

However, those rumours were put to rest by Rajiv Kumar, the Jharkhand coach.

"Dhoni feels that it would not be fair for him to join us at this stage, given that the team has done so well and reached the quarterfinal stage in his absence. He does not want to upset the team balance. He has to report to Hyderabad on October 16 for the One-dayers camp and that’s the reason, he will not be available for the knockout stage fixtures. That’s what we have been told," Rajiv told Sportstarlive on the eve of Jharkhand's match against Maharashtra.

While Dhoni will not be playing, a few of India's ODI stars such as Yuzvendra Chahal and Rohit Sharma will play for their respective states.

#2 #metoo allegations against BCCI CEO Rahul Johri

Rahul Johri

With the #metoo movement gaining popularity over the past few months on social media, it has affected the BCCI as well. An anonymous woman posted her account of being sexually harassed and assaulted by BCCI CEO Rahul Johri.

Shortly after the allegations were made, the COA released a statement are seeking an explanation from him.

"The reports disclose allegations of sexual harassment made against Mr. Johri, by an unnamed person through a twitter handle. The allegations also relate to his previous employment with a large media house," said the COA statement

"Though, the said allegations do not pertain to his employment with the BCCI, the Committee of Administrators of the BCCI has deemed it appropriate to seek an explanation from Mr Johri in relation to the allegations.

"He has been asked to submit his explanation within a week. Future course of action will be considered on receipt of his explanation," it added.

#3 Bangladesh announce ODI squad to face Zimbabwe

Shakib will miss out due to injury

After losing to India in the final of the Asia Cup, Bangladesh will now take on Zimbabwe for a three-match ODI series which will begin on October 21.

Since Tamim Iqbal and Shakib al Hasan will be missing out from the squad, the selectors have included Saif Uddin and Fazle Mahmud Rabbi, who has been included in the squad after playing a lot of first-class cricket for the country.

The Bangladesh squad for Zimbabwe ODIs: Masrafe Bin Mortaza (Captain), Litton Kumer Das, Imrul Kayes, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim, Md Mithun, Mahmud Ullah, Ariful Haque, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mustafizur Rahman, Nazmul Islam Apu, Rubel Hossain, Abu Haider Rony, Saif Uddin and Fazle Rabbi.

#4 South Africa clinch T20I series against Zimbabwe

JP Duminy

The Proteas achieved yet another easy victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I, thus winning the series with a match to spare.

Batting first, Zimbabwe put on 132 on the board in 20 overs. Sean Williams top-scored with 41 runs to his name while Brendan Taylor contributed with a 29 run knock.

Chasing 133 for victory, South Africa found it easy with JP Duminy paving the way with an unbeaten 33. Eventually, they won the match with 26 deliveries to spare.