Hyderabad police arrest four for illegal T20 ticket sales; South Africa updates Test squad

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In Hyderabad, police have arrested four individuals, including a Hyderabad Cricket Association member and his son, for the alleged black-marketing of complimentary tickets for the India-West Indies T20 International match. The accused allegedly sold tickets marked ‘NOT FOR SALE’ at inflated prices via social media platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram. Authorities seized 11 cricket tickets, several Navratri event passes, cash, and mobile devices during the operation.

In international cricket, South Africa has announced squad changes for the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha. Matthew Breetzke has been called up to replace Tristan Stubbs, while Ryan Rickelton is set to take over wicketkeeping duties from Kyle Verreynne. Additionally, fast bowler Kagiso Rabada is expected to return to the playing XI following his recovery from a hamstring injury to bolster the bowling attack after South Africa's significant defeat in the opening Test.