Sports Bulletin For November 12: Here are today's top sports headlines making waves across cricket and other disciplines - from key team selections ahead of India's Test against South Africa and IPL trade rumours involving Ravindra Jadeja, to BCCI's directives for senior players, major venue updates, ICC decisions on the WTC format, and important developments in Olympic and athletics circles.
1) Dhruv Jurel To Play Eden Test vs South Africa, Assistant Coach Ryan Ten Doeschate Confirms
India assistant coach Ryn Ten Doeschate confirmed that Dhruv Jurel will keep his spot for the first Test against South Africa starting Friday in Kolkata. Rishabh Pant, returning to the squad, is expected to replace Nitish Kumar Reddy in the XI.
1) Ravindra Jadeja
Likely To Become Rajasthan Royals Captain: Report
Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is reportedly close to joining the Rajasthan Royals in a trade deal that could see Sanju Samson move the other way. According to News18 CricketNext, Jadeja has requested the captaincy as part of the agreement, wanting to take on a leadership role in the final phase of his IPL career. While Riyan Parag remains an option after captaining RR in Samson's absence last season, the management is believed to favour Jadeja's experience to bring balance and stability to the squad.
2) Rohit Sharma Says 'Yes' To Vijay Hazare, Virat Kohli Remains Silent After BCCI's 'Play Domestic Cricket' Diktat: Report
The BCCI has reportedly informed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli that they must participate in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy if they wish to continue playing ODIs for India. Both veterans retired from T20Is in June 2024 and Tests in May 2025, leaving ODIs as their only active format.
According to The Indian Express, the board and team management want the duo to stay match-fit through domestic cricket. While Rohit has already confirmed his availability to the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), there is still uncertainty regarding Kohli's participation.
3) Pune In Line To Host RCB's Home Matches In IPL 2026: Report
The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune is reportedly in discussions with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to host their IPL 2026 home matches if the team is denied permission to play at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
No games have been held at Chinnaswamy since the tragic June 4 incident, when over ten people lost their lives during RCB's title celebrations. According to a TOI report, the Bengaluru venue is also unlikely to be included among the T20 World Cup 2026 venues due to the ongoing controversy.
4) WTC To Expand To 12 Teams In Next Cycle: Report
The ICC is likely to scrap the proposed two-tier World Test Championship format and instead expand the tournament to 12 teams from the next cycle. As per an ESPNcricinfo report, the move follows recommendations from a group led by former New Zealand cricketer Roger Twose, presented to the ICC Board and Chief Executives' Committee during last week's meetings in Dubai.
5) Pakistan Boost Security For Sri Lanka Team After Suicide Bombing In Islamabad
Security for the visiting Sri Lankan cricket team has been tightened after a recent militant attack in Pakistan. PCB chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Sri Lankan officials to assure them of comprehensive security arrangements.
7) IOA President PT Usha Confirms 2030 Commonwealth Games- 'Announcement Will Come On November'
IOA president PT Usha said the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games will be finalised soon, with an official announcement likely around November 25-26 during the AGM in Glasgow. She made the remark at DLF Avenue, Saket, where Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveiled the King's Baton for the 2026 CWG.
8) Asian Games Medallist Manju Bala Handed Five-Year Doping Ban
Asian Games bronze medallist Manju Bala has been banned for five years by NADA's Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel after testing positive for multiple banned substances earlier this year.
