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Arshdeep Singh spearheaded India's clinical bowling fightback to defend 209, trigger New Zealand's collapse for 187 and secure a thrilling 22-run victory and 3-1 ODI series triumph.

Virat Kohli's seven-year SENA century drought deepened after three successive single-digit scores against New Zealand, raising concerns over his overseas form ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The Mumbai leg of the fifth Women's Premier League (WPL) early next year will now be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, instead of the Brabourne Stadium. This change was announced by the BCCI, citing the Cricket Club of India's (CCI) co-hosting of the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027 as the reason, requiring sufficient time for pitch recovery.

Aaryavir Sehwag, India's U-19 Asia Cup hero, shared a heartwarming experience with his father Virender Sehwag, revealing that Pakistani fans cheered for him during the final match in Oman. Aaryavir, who was named player of the tournament, recounted how fans supported him even after he was hit on the elbow, chanting Sehwag Sehwag. His father Virender Sehwag also posted an emotional note celebrating his son's achievement.

Sachin Tendulkar recreated his iconic childhood photograph with his first cricket bat while marking 37 years since his international debut, celebrating a legendary career featuring 34,357 international runs.

India's batting lineup suffered another collapse, getting bowled out for a mere 209 in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand. This marks their second successive poor batting performance, putting their 2-1 series lead at risk as New Zealand's bowlers exploited the conditions effectively.

Former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi has announced he officially acquired British citizenship on September 15, 2026, describing it as a deeply personal and proud milestone.

Aaryavir Sehwag scored 361 runs in five matches to emerge as the U-19 Asia Cup's leading run-scorer. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi celebrated his stellar campaign with a special message.

India's Under-19 players made lewd gestures and spewed cuss words at Pakistan players after their U19 Asia Cup win on Saturday.

The Indian Under-19 cricket team clinched the 2026 Men's U19 Asia Cup after a thrilling one-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the final, chasing down a formidable target of 338.

Star batter Suryakumar Yadav expressed his determination to return to the Indian team after being excluded post the T20 World Cup triumph, stating that the hunger to play for India has returned. He showcased his intent with a blistering 21-ball 60 for Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy opener and is working on his mindset and skills for a comeback.

Virender Sehwag's son Aaryavir showcased his big-match temperament with a crucial half-century as India defeated Pakistan to win a record-extending ninth U-19 Asia Cup title.

The India U19 cricket team secured a thrilling one-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan to clinch the 2026 ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup title, chasing down a challenging target of 338 runs. Former India players, including Virender Sehwag, Sourav Ganguly, and VVS Laxman, lauded the team's resilience and character.

Aaryavir Sehwag scored a crucial 58 despite an elbow injury as India defeated Pakistan by one wicket to win the 2026 U-19 Asia Cup. He was named Player of the Tournament.

Mohit Ulva, batting at No 10, guided India to a dramatic one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the U19 Asia Cup final, hitting a four off the last ball when three runs were needed, after India were struggling at 252 for eight chasing 338.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Under-19 cricket team for winning the 2026 ACC Men's U-19 Asia Cup, praising their impressive performance and noting their success would inspire many youngsters. India secured a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the final, chasing down a massive 338-run target on the last ball.

Diwali fireworks continue in Oman as India pull off 1-wicket win in cliffhanger against Pakistan to clinch U19 Asia Cup title on Saturday

Two-time IPL Purple Cap winner Harshal Patel is set to move from Sunrisers Hyderabad to Gujarat Titans in an all-cash trade ahead of the IPL 2027 season, with GT acquiring the experienced pacer for Rs 4 crore.

Maharashtra, led by Prithvi Shaw, lost their opening Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy match to Puducherry by 15 runs despite Shaw's contribution. In another Group C match, Andhra secured a 43-run victory over Tripura.

Vihaan Malhotra's 86 and Uday Saharan's unbeaten 42 off 18 balls helped Punjab chase down 191 to beat Haryana by four wickets in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. In another Group B match, Saurashtra comfortably defeated Bihar by five wickets.

Despite an unbeaten 40 runs and two wickets from Krunal Pandya, Baroda suffered a three-wicket defeat against Chandigarh in a Group A match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament.

Mohammad Kaif identifies a recurring technical flaw in Rohit Sharma's batting as the former India captain struggles for runs in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand.

A groundbreaking mixed-gender cricket format, Test Twenty, has been launched in Colombo, featuring an 80-over, four-innings contest where boys' and girls' teams contribute to the same match result. The inaugural season, with four continental franchises, is set to run from November 14 to 29.

Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman advocates for a longer IPL window to allow all teams to play each other home and away, and discusses the significant trade deal bringing Hardik Pandya to the team. He also addresses concerns about Pandya playing under Shreyas Iyer and the difficult decision to let Arshdeep Singh go.

New Zealand opener Will Young expressed confidence in his team's ability to carry momentum from their recent comprehensive victory over India into the fifth and final ODI. He highlighted the importance of adapting to conditions and praised Matt Henry's bowling. Despite missing key players, Young believes the team can level the series against a strong Indian side.

Defending champions Pakistan, led by opener Usman Khan's century and Abdul Qadir's aggressive 80, posted a commanding total of 337 for nine against India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final. Skipper Farhan Yousaf also contributed a crucial half-century, setting a challenging target for India.

India faces New Zealand in the fifth and final ODI with the series poised at 2-1. After a significant batting collapse in the previous match, India's batters are under pressure to perform better on seaming pitches. The match is crucial for both teams, with India aiming to seal the series and New Zealand looking to draw it at home.

Suryakumar Yadav scored a blistering unbeaten 60 off 21 balls, including a 15-ball fifty, to lead Mumbai to a seven-wicket victory over Hyderabad in their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy opener on Saturday. This performance comes after a difficult IPL season and being overlooked for India's T20I plans, marking a strong statement of intent for the Mumbai captain.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made history by becoming the youngest captain in men's T20 cricket, leading Bihar in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026. This achievement follows his stellar performance in IPL 2026, where he won multiple awards including the Orange Cap.

The Netherlands secured a dominant 7-0 victory over Greece in the Nations League, with Tijjani Reijnders scoring a hat-trick. Germany also won 3-1 against Serbia, leaving both teams battling for quarter-final spots. Other Nations League matches saw Switzerland and Slovakia earn promotion.

David Warner has reignited the 2018 ball-tampering controversy, alleging that Cricket Australia deliberately avoided interviewing key bowlers like Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, and Nathan Lyon to protect its narrative. Warner claims the investigation was shoddy and designed to blame specific individuals, suggesting a cover-up. His comments follow Usman Khawaja's autobiography, which also hinted at wider knowledge of the incident. While Pat Cummins has rejected claims of broader team involvemen

Gurnoor Brar has been added to India's Test squad for the New Zealand series following impressive ODI performances, while wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been released to return to domestic cricket. Brar will miss the final ODI, and Rishabh Pant has also joined the Test squad.

To dismiss three of the finest batters in world cricket for ducks in a triple-wicket maiden over, leaving India stunned at 0 for 3, is undoubtedly one of the greatest new-ball bursts in ODI history, points out K R Nayar.

Former Australia coach Justin Langer has urged Australian cricket to move past the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, supporting Pat Cummins' strong denial of prior knowledge and rejection of Usman Khawaja's claims. Langer warned that the renewed controversy is harming players and fans, echoing Mitchell Marsh's desire to move on from the incident.

Kagiso Rabada, South Africa's key bowler, has stated that the team will maintain high intensity against Bangladesh in their upcoming home Test series, despite having recently topped the world rankings by defeating Australia. He acknowledged Bangladesh's improved performance and warned against complacency, emphasising the team's focus on playing with desperation to win.

Mahli Beardman made a sensational ODI debut for Australia against England, taking six wickets for 24 runs. His performance helped Australia win by seven wickets and provided a welcome distraction from the 'Sandpapergate' controversy. Beardman, mentored by Dennis Lillee, is seen as a promising talent for Australia's bowling future.

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has been named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for October, marking her second career win. She was recognised for her outstanding performances against Zimbabwe, including a century and crucial wickets across T20I and ODI formats. South Africa's Marco Jansen received the men's award.

Indian women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur unveiled her wax statue at the Historical Museum at Nahargarh in Jaipur on Friday, describing it as a proud moment. The statue commemorates her leadership in India's Women's ODI World Cup victory in November 2025, with the Jaipur Wax Museum having announced plans for its installation after the historic win.

The first Test match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi ended in a draw despite a sensational debut performance by Saqib Khan, who took seven wickets. Sri Lanka initially gained a lead, but Khan's spell restricted them. Pakistan then held on for a draw in their second innings.

The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2026, India's premier domestic T20 competition, is set to begin, offering a crucial platform for young talents and veteran players to impress IPL scouts ahead of the mini-auction on December 16. The tournament is a final opportunity for many uncapped Indian players to secure an IPL contract and for established stars like Mohammed Shami and Suryakumar Yadav to make a strong statement for national team comebacks or IPL retention.

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry discusses his exceptional six-wicket performance against India in the fourth ODI, highlighting the team's relentless bowling and strategic approach. He shares insights into challenging world-class batsmen like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and expresses anticipation for the upcoming Test series. Henry also recounts receiving a special jersey from Kohli.

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed significant concern after the team was bowled out for just 89 against New Zealand in the fourth ODI. He highlighted that the rapid collapse, rather than the low score itself, is a major worry, especially as the conditions in New Zealand are similar to those expected in the upcoming World Cup in South Africa. Gambhir also pointed out issues with playing the moving ball, costly dropped catches, and the inexperience of the bowling attack, while still back

Debutant Mahli Beardman claimed a sensational 6/24 to help Australia crush England by seven wickets in the first ODI in Perth. The hosts' victory came amid renewed tensions in Australian cricket following Usman Khawaja's Sandpapergate revelations.

Shreyas Iyer blamed the dramatic change in pitch conditions for India's 244-run defeat to New Zealand in the fourth ODI, saying the surface went from a batting-friendly belter to a seamer-friendly track. He vowed to regroup and fight back in the series decider.

Will Young's career-best 125 and Matt Henry's six-wicket demolition powered New Zealand to a crushing 244-run victory, reducing India's series lead to 2-1 and keeping their hopes alive.

Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has strongly rejected former opener Usman Khawaja's claims that he was overlooked for the national team's leadership role due to his skin colour, calling the allegation serious and demanding evidence.

India suffered a shocking top-order collapse against New Zealand in the fourth ODI, with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer dismissed for ducks in the first over. The visitors slumped to 9/4, reviving memories of their 2019 World Cup semi-final defeat.

'I'm Not Sure What Just Happened,' says Australian fast bowler Mahli Beardman after an unforgettable One-Day International debut against England in Perth, shattering a 38-year-old record with 6/24.

Will Young struck a superb 125 after being dropped twice early in his innings as New Zealand posted 333 against India in the fourth ODI at Mount Maunganui. India's bowlers fought back in the final 10 overs to restrict the hosts to 68 runs.

Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has stated he will not pursue legal action against former teammate Usman Khawaja, despite being advised that some contents of Khawaja's autobiography 'Sabr' regarding the 2018 ball-tampering scandal were 'probably defamatory'.