Cricket News Today: Umesh Yadav thanks Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli, Sunrisers Hyderabad sign Mario Villavarayan and more - 30th January 2020

Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today.

First up is the news of Umesh Yadav crediting his recent success to Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli, followed by SRH signing Mario Villavarayan. New Zealand have named their ODI squad to face India and lastly, Jofra Archer has been ruled out of the T20I series against South Africa.

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Here is a look at those stories in detail.

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#1 Umesh Yadav thanks Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri

Umesh Yadav gave credit to the captain and the coach for showing belief in him.

Indian pacer Umesh Yadav credited head coach Ravi Shastri and Virat Kolhi for their unconditional support towards the pace-bowling department and helping them become one of the most feared attacks in world cricket.

Speaking on his successful return to the longest format of the game, Yadav praised the duo for trusting in his abilities and motivating him to work harder and return to the national side as a much-improved pacer.

“Ravi (Shastri) sir termed our bowling as ‘best’ because he has seen us bowling and sweating it out in the nets. Our coach (Shastri) and captain (Virat Kohli) have shown trust in us and guided us. They motivate us. That’s why we have earned the tag of ‘best in the world’. It’s a big thing for us. We will ensure we retain this tag whenever we go onto the field and represent our country.”

“I know what Shami, Bumrah and Ishant’s strong points are and they know mine. That's how we plan the wickets. Ishant is very close to completing 100 Tests, Shami and I are on the verge of playing our career’s 50th Test matches. With time, we all have shifted from the raw-talent category to the experienced category. We are all determined to do something special for our country. All four want to be the best in the world.”

"Honestly, I am looking forward to this (playing Tests in New Zealand) . I am eager to play red-ball cricket in New Zealand. I have performed well in recent times and I'm in good touch too. My series against Bangladesh was good too. I am pretty positive about my selection for New Zealand Test series. If I am selected, I am going to give my 100 percent. I have worked a lot on my line and length. I am hoping for the best.”

Full article: Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri's trust in us helps make our bowling attack the best, says Umesh Yadav

#2 SRH sign Bangladesh's trainer Mario Villavarayan

Mario Villavarayan [Courtesy: Cricbuzz]

As per reports, IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Bangladesh's long-term trainer (strength and conditioning), Mario Villavarayan. Villavarayan, who worked with Bangladesh's senior men's side for over five years, stated that the offer to join an IPL franchise was too hard to refuse but thanked the BCB for having given him the opportunity with a national side.

"Yes, I have resigned. I have got an offer from Sunrisers Hyderabad and it's too good an opportunity for me to say no. Definitely I will miss Bangladesh. It's been six great years."

BCB chief executive Nizamuddin Chowdhury also acknowledged Villavarayan's contribution to Bangladesh cricket since 2014.

"We have three years agreement with Mario and he had to work full time with the national cricket team. He is looking forward to work in the IPL but we cannot allow any of our full time coaching staff to work in IPL as we can have series or camp at that point of time. So we decided to part ways on mutual understanding."

Full article: IPL 2020: Sunrisers Hyderabad sign Bangladesh's trainer Mario Villavarayan

#3 Kiwis name fresh pace battery for ODI series

New Zealand have named Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn and Hamish Bennett in the ODI squad

New Zealand named pacers Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn, and Hamish Bennett in their squad to face India in a three-match ODI series beginning February 5. Injuries to Trent Boult, Matt Henry, and Lockie Ferguson have forced the selection panel to name a new-look pace attack ahead of this crucial series.

The batting department will continue to feature the same eight players who featured in the World Cup finals, bringing in the continuity that is lacking in the opposition camp. The three ODIs will be played on February 5th, 8th and 11th in Hamilton, Auckland and Mount Maunganui respectively.

Head coach Gary Stead stated:

"While the bowling line-up has a fresh look, the batting is very settled, and we’ll likely have the same top eight batsmen from the World Cup finals... Jimmy and Colin continue as the pace-bowling all-rounders after strong campaigns in England, and they will offer us plenty of firepower and versatility.”

"Trent Boult is progressing nicely, and we are confident he will be ready for the two Test matches against India... Matt Henry is back bowling at training. However, he isn’t at the point of being able to bat or field fully, while Lockie Ferguson is on track to play in the Ford Trophy for the Auckland Aces in the near future.”

Kyle Jamieson is eyeing a BLACKCAPS debut ahead of our ODI series with India starting next week #NZvIND https://t.co/eT0sf2DBMB

— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) January 30, 2020

New Zealand ODI Squad

Kane Williamson (capt), Hamish Bennett, Tom Blundell, Colin de Grandhomme, Martin Guptill, Kyle Jamieson, Scott Kuggeleijn, Tom Latham, Jimmy Neesham, Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi (first ODI), Tim Southee, Ross Taylor

Full article: New Zealand vs India 2020 | Kiwis name fresh pace battery for the ODI series

#4 Jofra Archer ruled out of SA T20I series

Jofra Archer suffered soreness in his right elbow during the Test series versus South Africa.

The Injury-prone England squad have been handed another blow as pacer Jofra Archer has been ruled out of the three-match T20I series against South Africa scheduled for next month. Lancashire's Saqib Mahmood was announced as Archer's replacement. Mahmood was also included in England's ODI squad and will continue to stay with the squad after the three-match ODI series beginning on February 4th.

Mahmood made his debut for England against New Zealand in 2019 and claimed three wickets in three T20Is. The upcoming three T20Is against South Africa will be played on February 12th, 14th and 16th in East London, Durban, and Centurion respectively.

📰 @JofraArcher has been ruled out of the IT20 series against South Africa. Get well soon, Jofra! #SAvENG

— England Cricket (@englandcricket) January 29, 2020

Full article: South Africa vs England 2019-20: Jofra Archer ruled out of the T20I series due to elbow injury