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Big Bash League: Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has opened up on the cheating allegations that rocked her personal life, calling the marriage breakdown period challenging and saying that cricket's been a fantastic escape for the all-rounder. Garner's estranged wife, Monica Wright, had alleged the Aussie star had an affair with teammate Georgia Voll in July this year. Gardner is now in a relationship with Voll. The Aussie vice-captain spoke on the issue for the first time ahead of the u

New Zealand: New Zealand spin all-rounder Michael Bracewell emphasised that there have been a lot of positives for the team from the opening two defeats to India in the series and that it is just about being clinical in key moments as they look to bounce back in the third match at the Hnry Stadium here on Tuesday. The Kiwis have pushed the reigning T20 champions to the limits in both the matches in Christchurch, first forcing them to chase a record 226 in the series opener and then nearly denyi

Shadab Khan's maiden century rescued Pakistan from a dire situation and took them to a stunning one-wicket victory over England in the one-day international in Lahore on Sunday, booking the hosts' spot in the final of the tri-series. Pakistan vs England Full Scorecard Defending a modest 242-run target, England were on the cusp of victory with the home team reduced to 154-9, but Shadab's unbeaten 113 condemned Harry Brook's side to a third defeat in five days in the series, which also involves Sr

Vaishnavi Sharma: Left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma claimed her maiden four-wicket haul in international cricket, while Deepti Sharma followed up her unbeaten century with three wickets as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday and seal the three-match series 2-0 with a game to spare. Set a daunting 329 after centuries from Harmanpreet Kaur (126) and Deepti (106 not out) powered India to 328/6, Zimbabwe made a spirited start through Modest

Veteran India: Veteran India batter Harmanpreet Kaur said her 124-run third-wicket partnership with Pratika Rawal laid the foundation for Indias recovery in the second ODI against Zimbabwe, before Deepti Sharmas magic ensured the hosts reached 328/6. Harmanpreet, who top-scored with 126 off 121 balls, laced with 15 boundaries, further said batting in the day after a long run of evening matches had made batting conditions tough, especially after India lost Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma insid

ODI World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma centuries each while sharing a 153-run stand for the fifth wicket as India recovered from an early wobble to post 328/6 against Zimbabwe in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday. Put in to bat, India were rocked inside the first three overs when Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma fell cheaply. Harmanpreet and Pratika Rawal steadied the ship with a 124-run third-wicket partnership. Pratika looked increasingly assured against the

The decision to make Mumbais Brabourne Stadium the home ground of Railways for the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season marks more than a change of venue. It also brings the curtain down, at least for now, on a long and fascinating chapter in the history of Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi. For generations, the stadium was synonymous with Railways cricket. It was where the team played its home matches, local supporters gathered, and several important moments in Indian sport unfolded. Today, however, it

Cooch Behar Trophy: New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) Delhi U-19 mens team coach Rajeev Nayyar said he has requested the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) to set up a two-week camp for improving their fielding and fitness for the Cooch Behar Trophy. He added that the association has assured him of time for having a camp ahead of the red-ball competition starting on November 26. The development comes after Delhi had a disappointing Vinoo Mankad Trophy campaign, where they finished at the botto

Cricket South Africa: South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the series decider against Australia due to a mild groin injury, with Cricket South Africa (CSA) opting against naming his replacement in the squad. The three-match series is currently locked at 1-1, with the final Test starting at Newlands in Cape Town on Tuesday. Nortje suffered the injury while bowling in the first innings of the second Test in Gqeberha on Wednesday, and scans done on the following day confirm

With New Zealand: Glenn Phillips and Bevon Jacobs put up impressive half-centuries to lead New Zealand to a decent total of 180/5 in the second T20I of the five-match series against India at the Hagley Oval here on Saturday. With New Zealand's backs against the wall at 41/3 after 5.2 overs, Phillips (70 off 43 balls) and Jacobs (58 off 46 balls) put up a fighting 116-run partnership for the fourth wicket to lead the comeback for the hosts in the second match, which was played on the same venue

Caribbean Premier League: Former India cricketer Reema Malhotra believes Mumbai Indians should target wicketkeeper-batter Sushma Verma at the upcoming Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction to address their concerns at the top of the order. According to Reema, Mumbai need to settle their opening combination and find a replacement for wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini, while also strengthening their spin and pace-bowling options ahead of the fifth season. Mumbai Indians, who missed out on the pla

The T20Is: New Zealand batter Glenn Phillips called the close, high-scoring first T20I against India a fantastic match, which is great for cricket as Hagley Oval in Christchurch saw a run-feast, where India chased down a record 226 with four wickets in hand. Speaking ahead of the second T20I between New Zealand and India at the same venue on Saturday, the New Zealand batter referenced that close games are great and that they help the crowd to return to the stadiums and watch cricket. Yeah, it's

KL Rahul: India A endured a difficult opening day against New Zealand A in the first unofficial Test in Lincoln, with the hosts exploiting favourable seam conditions to bowl out the visitors for 113 before building a 22-run lead by stumps on Saturday. New Zealand A, who elected to field after winning the toss, made full use of the green surface as Simon Keene claimed five wickets for 24 runs and Zak Gibson took three for 29. India As batting line-up struggled to withstand the sustained pressure

ICC Blind Cricket World Cup: India have announced a 17-member squad for the second Mens Blind Cricket Asia Cup, scheduled to be held in Dhaka from November 15 to 20, as the defending champions prepare to retain their title after a decade-long gap in the tournament. The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) confirmed the squad following an intensive 10-day selection and coaching camp, which featured 24 prospects. The selected players will undergo a month-long preparatory camp in Delh

With Ishan Kishan: Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returned as India opted to bowl first in their second T20I against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval here on Saturday. India made two changes to the Playing XI which registered a record 226-run chase against New Zealand in the first T20I at the same venue, with Prince Yadav coming in for Mayank Yadav as the other change. Sooryavanshi, who has had to warm the benches since the Asian Games, has made a return to the team and will be batting at

Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has recalled how Steve Smiths handling of the 2018 Cape Town ball-tampering controversy reminded him of his own experience two years earlier, prompting him to reach out to his Australian counterpart with a message of support during one of the most difficult periods of his career. Du Plessis said he empathised with Smith after the latter accepted responsibility for the incident during the Test series against South Africa, even as th

New Zealand T20I: India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar said having no expectations from himself and focusing on the work at hand helped him navigate his four-year absence from international cricket, adding that his preparation never suffered despite being away from the national team. Bhuvneshwar returned to the national setup after a four-year absence earlier this month when he was called up for the fifth T20I against the West Indies in Bengaluru as a replacement for injured Arshdeep Singh. However, t

Pratika Rawal: India opener Pratika Rawal credited her preparation and confidence at the crease for her unbeaten century against Zimbabwe in the first ODI at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, on Friday, as the reigning 50-over World Cup champions registered a nine-wicket victory in the three-match series opener. Rawal struck 100 not out off 96 deliveries, sharing an opening stand with Smriti Mandhana before finishing the chase alongside Shafali Verma. Reflecting on her rhythm with the bat,

Indian Premier League: Mumbai Indians have appointed former West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard as their head coach, marking a new chapter in his 16-year association with the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions. The franchise announced the elevation on Saturday, October 24, entrusting Pollard with the responsibility of leading the team after he served as its batting coach in recent years. Pollard joined Mumbai Indians at the age of 22 and became a key figure in the franchises mo

Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia: The Mens Selection Committee has added Kumar Kushagra to the squad for the second T20I against New Zealand as cover for India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, who has been ruled out due to a low-grade right adductor strain, the BCCI said on Friday. Kushagra, who is currently in Christchurch with the India A squad, will join the India squad for the second T20I, BCCI's Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia informed in a release. The BCCI Medical Team will continue

Wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh: Zimbabwe stand in captain Nomvelo Sibanda admitted that her side fell around 100 runs short of a competitive total and rued missed fielding opportunities after the visitors suffered a nine-wicket defeat against world champions India in the first ODI of the three-match series at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi here on Friday. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 197 in 49.5 overs after being put into bat, with Beloved Biza top-scoring with 62 off 92 balls. In reply, India chased dow

World Champions India: Pratika Rawal struck an unbeaten century while Shafali Verma smashed a blistering 64 not out as World Champions India cruised to a nine-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, chasing down a target of 198 in just 27.1 overs in the first ODI of the three-match series at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi in Vadodara on Friday. Rawal remained unbeaten on 100 off 96 balls, hitting 15 boundaries, while Shafali provided the fireworks with an unbeaten 64 off just 34 deliveries, including five fo

Spinner Shree Charani: Spinner Shree Charani claimed a four-wicket haul as World Champions India bowled out Zimbabwe for 197 in 49.5 overs in the first ODI of the three-match series at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi near Vadodara on Friday. Zimbabwe, who came out to bat after winning the toss, suffered an early setback when opener Loryn Phiri was caught and bowled by Kranti Gaud in the third over. India had an opportunity to strike again in the same over, but wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh dropped a regu

NAM vs IRE 2nd ODI, Cricket Tips: The first ODI between Ireland and Namibia was a low-scoring thriller where Ireland successfully defended 229 runs. In fact, they bowled so well and bowled out Namibia for a score of 174 runs, winning by 55 runs. Gavin Hoey bowled superbly for his 3/29, and Jai Moondra and George Dockreel took two wickets each. Ireland will look to take the momentum forward in the second game. The second match will start at 1 PM IST on Saturday at Namibia Cricket Ground. Namibia

Los Angeles Olympic Games: The qualifiers for the Los Angeles Olympic Games have been pushed back to January, February 2028 as teams will battle it out to participate in the cricket event at the Games. The International Cricket Council (ICC) had earlier decided to conduct the men's and women's qualifiers in 2027 to decide the final berths across the two categories for the Los Angeles Games. However, as per a report in Cricinfo, the qualifiers have now been shifted to early 2028, which will be l

NZ vs IND 2ndT20I, Cricket Tips: Team India carried on their batting form from the West Indies series to the first game against New Zealand in Christchurch. New Zealand posted a massive total of 225 runs, but they failed to defend it as India responded with 230/6 in 19.4 overs. The Indian batting was superb, and Sanju Samson led it with a 23-ball fifty. New Zealand also batted well, but their catching and bowling were disappointing. With a 1-0 lead, India will take on New Zealand in the second g

ODI World Cup: India batter Harleen Deol said being world champions brings 'a little pressure' but is also a privilege as the team looks ahead to the inaugural ICC Womens Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in India from February 14 to 28, 2027. India, who won the Womens ODI World Cup in 2025, will aim to build on that success as they begin their three-match ODI series against Zimbabwe on Friday. Definitely, were looking forward to it. Obviously we are world champions, and obviously that add

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australias big-hitting batting all-rounder Grace Harris could walk away as the most expensive player at the WPL 2027 auction, with cash-rich UP Warriorz well placed to make a big play for her, said former India mens batter Aakash Chopra. All five franchises will look to fill the remaining slots in their squads at the auction starting at 5:30pm in Kochi on October 28, with Indian wicketkeeper-batters and overseas all-rounders expected to be the most sought-after. Tea

The BCCI Medical Team: India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a low-grade right adductor strain, the BCCI said on Friday. Ishan sustained the injury during the first T20I of the series, which India won by four wickets in Christchurch. The BCCI said the medical team is monitoring Ishan's progress. Ishan Kishan is ruled out of the second T20I against New Zealand due to a low-grade right adductor strain, which he sustained during the