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Healy begs Australia not to give gloves to Bancroft, Kohli rushes to a fan's aid and Haddin backs Canberra for BBL franchise

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Cameron Bancroft has made his case for an Ashes call-up almost irresistible after producing an unbeaten double century in Western Australia’s Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia at the WACA. (The Roar)

Ajinkya Rahane is keen to improve by adding more shots to his game. (ESPNCricinfo)

Molly Strano has had to put her ‘life on hold’ for the next two weeks so she can join the rest of her Australian teammates in Sydney. (cricket.com.au)

The Netherlands team received a major boost with the news that Ryan ten Doeschate will once again play international cricket. (Cricket365)

Michael Hussey believes all-rounder Hilton Cartwright will fill the number six batting berth for the start of the Ashes (cricket.com.au)

Legendary Test gloveman Ian Healy has pleaded with national selectors to not repeat a mistake of the past by handing part-time wicketkeeper Cameron Bancroft the gloves. (cricket.com.au)

Suresh Raina could be cut by Chennai Super Kings, with MS Dhoni suggesting he will be retained (Deccan Chronicle)

India's chief coach Ravi Shastri has once again extended support to MS Dhoni, saying those commenting on the two-time World Cup winning former skipper should look back at their own careers. (mid-day)

India captain Virat Kohli showed his caring side during the team's training session when he rushed to attend a TV crew member who was hit by a ball. (mid-day)

New Zealand wicketkeeper BJ Watling is in doubt for the first test against West Indies as he battles to recover from a hip injury but has been named in a 12-man squad for the Wellington match. (Reuters)

Former Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin believes Canberra's world class facilities mean the region is "ready to go" as soon as the Big Bash League expands. (The Canberra Times)

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