Shami shines as Bengal bowls out Delhi for 240
RANJI TROPHY | Smaran bails Karnataka out from a precarious spot
CRICKET | After the host Andhra picks up early wickets and reduces the visitor to 22 for four, the visiting skipper bats for nearly five-and-a-half hours in trying conditions and stitches together a crucial fifth-wicket stand with Shrijith
Lad leads Mumbai's Ranji fight as Jaiswal falls for a duck
Skipper Siddhesh Lad's unbeaten 80 and Musheer Khan's 65 guided Mumbai to 249 for five against Chandigarh. Karan Lamba's unbeaten 103 and Rohan Rajbar's 95 propelled Rajasthan to 286 for 4 against Tamil Nadu. Elsewhere, Anshul Kamboj took four wickets for Haryana, and Devendra Singh Bora claimed five wickets for Uttarakhand.
Ranji Trophy: How India's Big Names Fared on Day 1
Mohammed Shami claimed a four-wicket haul and Ravindra Jadeja scored an unbeaten half-century, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul were dismissed cheaply for a duck and four runs respectively on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season.
3rd T20I: Nitish, Prince Return For India As West Indies Elect To Bowl First, Sampson, Paul Included
Nitish Kumar Reddy: India have brought back seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and pacer Prince Yadav as West Indies captain Shai Hope won the toss and elected to bowl first in the third T20I at the Holkar Stadium here on Sunday. West Indies are coming off acing a thrilling record-breaking run chase in the second match in Ranchi and levelling the five-game series 1-1. A win for either of the two teams will get them a 2-1 lead. With the pitch in Indore traditionally known as a batter's paradise featuring short boundaries and flat nature, both teams are bracing for another high-scoring encounter. India skipper Shreyas Iyer said Nitish and Prince have replaced Shivam Dube and Kuldeep Yadav in their playing eleven. The dew factor played a massive role in the previous game, on a given day it happens you need to have that mindset to put it behind. It's important that we adapt and assess quickly to get to a commendable total. Given the dimensions we made those changes and we also needed someone who can hit the yorkers, he said. West Indies captain Shai Hope said Romario Shepherd has a niggle and is rested from Sundays game, while Quentin Sampson and Keemo Paul have been drafted into the playing eleven. I think we all know what I am going to do, so we are going to bowl first again. It's going to be challenging when you are playing all three formats. Just about learning as quickly as possible in these conditions. We always know that catches determine a lot of games, he said. Playing XIs: India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Mayank Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Prince Yadav Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
RANJI TROPHY | Shikhar notches up this editions first ton as Jharkhand wins the initial exchanges
Kerala works its way back in to the contest thanks to fine spells of off-spin by Jalaj and Vaisakh as the visitor puts a brake on the hosts march
Rohit Sharma Shines With 5/36 As Jammu And Kashmir Seize Control Against Madhya Pradesh
Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir made a strong start with the ball as medium pacer Rohit Sharma claimed five wickets to dismiss Madhya Pradesh for 196 on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match on Sunday.
Bhuvneshwar Returns, But Why Was Shami Left Out?
Indian pacer Navdeep Saini has voiced strong support for Mohammed Shami's return to the national team, highlighting Shami's consistent hard work and performances in domestic cricket. Saini also drew inspiration from Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recent recall for the T20I series against New Zealand, seeing it as proof that consistent performance can lead to a comeback.
RANJI TROPHY | Lad to the fore as Mumbai weathers early inroads by Chandigarh
CRICKET | The skippers unbeaten 80 and a fighting half-century by Musheer negates the visitors decision to bowl first on a pitch with a greenish tinge while Mhatre chips in with a useful contribution
West Indies bowl; India bring in Reddy and Prince
West Indies were forced to leave out Romario Shepherd and brought in Quentin Sampson and Keemo Paul for him and Akeal Hosein
Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing in India's 3rd T20I vs West Indies in Indore?
The Indian take on the West Indies in the third T20I of the ongoing five-game series between the two sides. The teams met at the Holkar International Stadium in Indore on October 11th, and the game began with the Windies winning the toss and skipper Shai Hope electing to bowl first, hoping to display some good cricket once more.
Pacer Sharma Shines as J and K Begin Ranji Trophy Defence Strongly
Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir made an impressive start to their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A campaign, dismissing Madhya Pradesh for 196 on the opening day. Medium pacer Rohit Sharma led the attack with a five-wicket haul, while Sunil Kumar added four wickets. J and K were 3/1 at stumps, trailing by 193 runs.
SL make three changes and opt to bowl in must-win game
Pakistan made one change, swapping right-arm quick Razaullah for left-arm fast bowler Salman Mirza
RANJI TROPHY | Tripuras batting wilts after a game fight, Hyderabad a mere 13 behind
CRICKET | The hosts gamble of playing two pacers and three spinners pays off handsomely, with the spin duo of Tanay and Aniketh ripping through the visitors line-up; offie Sarkar sparks a mini riposte with four wickets
Ranji Trophy: Shami Takes Four-wicket Haul; Smaran Smashes Century On Captaincy Debut On Opening Day
Dr Gokaraju Liala Gangaaraju ACA: India fast bowler Mohammed Shami reminded the national selectors of his capability yet again as he took a four-wicket haul for Bengal in their opening Group C clash against Delhi at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground in Kalyani on Sunday. Shami, who has been overlooked by Indian selectors despite his consistent performances in the domestic circuit, took 4-30 in 17.3 overs as Bengal bowled Delhi out for 240. The veteran also sent in nine maiden overs and bowled at a mingy economy of 1.70, showing his class once again. Other India internationals, Akash Deep and Mukesh Kumar, were also among the wickets, with Akash taking 2-74 in his 17 overs (4.40 economy) and Mukesh scalping 1-43 in 17 overs (2.50 economy). Off-spinner Aamir Gani took three wickets for 45 as he also played a crucial role with Bengal. Meanwhile, Ravichandran Smaran marked his Karnataka captaincy debut with a stellar hundred against Andhra in a Group B clash at the Dr Gokaraju Liala Gangaaraju ACA Cricket Ground in Vijayawada. Karnataka were in trouble at 22/4, but Smaran smashed 126 from 218 balls to bail the team out of trouble, with wicketkeeper Krishnan Shrijith hitting 58 and Madhav Bajaj scoring 33 to help Karnataka make 274. In reply, Andhra ended the day 16/2 with Shikhar Shetty and Madhav Bajaj taking a wicket each. In another Group B fixture between Saurashtra and Chhattisgarh at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten at 72 at the end of Day 1 as Saurashtra made 308/4. Prerak Mankad also went back unscathed on 92, while opener Chirag Jani had scored 83 earlier. Umesh Yadav also struck twice for Punjab in their fixture against Assam in New Chandigarh, but bad light forced an early stumps as Assam were 68/3. In other Group C matches, Jharkhand's Sikhar Mohan made 143 as his team ended the Day 1 strong at 289/5 against Kerala at Keenan Stadium in Jamshedpur. Gaurav Choudhary scored an unbeaten 121 to power Odisha to 272/3 against Gujarat in Ahmedabad, while Ankeet Bawne hit a hundred for Maharashtra to help them end Day 1 against Services at 289/5. Prithvi Shaw also made 70. In Group A, Akshay Wadkar and Yash Rathod scored centuries to help Vidarbha end the day at 292/5 against Pondicherry after they were in trouble at 54/5. J&K seamer Rohit Sharma took his maiden five-wicket haul, playing after two years as Madhya Pradesh were bowled out for 196. Baroda ended Day 1 at 204/3 after opener Shivalik Sharma made 62, while Deepak Hooda, having returned to his former team, remained unbeaten on 38. Rinku Singh and Madhav Kaushik also scored centuries for Uttar Pradesh in their clash against Bihar to lift the team from 85/3 to 287/3 at the end of the day. In Group D, India Test opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a duck, but Mumbai's new captain went back unbeaten on 80, with Musheer Khan also scoring 65 as Mumbai ended the day on 249/5. Rinku Singh and Madhav Kaushik also scored centuries for Uttar Pradesh in their clash against Bihar to lift the team from 85/3 to 287/3 at the end of the day. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India A hit back as Shedge, Gurjapneet sink Australia
India A defeated Australia A by 49 runs in the third and final one-day match in Puducherry on Sunday, though Australia A secured the series 2-1. Suryansh Shedge's quick 66 and Vipraj Nigam's 40 helped India A post 275, while Gurjapneet Singh's three wickets ensured Australia A were bowled out for 226.
IND vs WI 3rd T20I LIVE Score: India look to take the series lead in Indore
India and the West Indies are all set to take on each other in the third T20I of the ongoing series. The teams meet at the Holkar Stadium in Indore for the clash, and it could be interesting to see which side comes out on top. It is worth noting that the series currently sits at 1-1. It began in Lucknow, where India won the game after a brilliant run chase orchestrated by skipper Shreyas Iyer. Coming on the back of a dominant show in Lucknow, India failed to replicate their performance in the second T20I.
Steve Smith smashes Joe Root's world record, achieves massive feat against South Africa in 1st Test
Veteran Australia batter Steve Smith has once again captured the limelight as the star man has surpassed Englands Joe Root and broken his world record. It is interesting to note that Steve Smith achieved a...
RANJI TROPHY | J&K bowls out MP cheaply thanks to Rohit and Sunils exploits
CRICKET | The two medium pacers share nine wickets between themselves as the visitor is skittled out for 196 with only skipper Shubham making a fist of it with a fighting half-century
Australia's fabled quartet moves past 600-wicket milestone in historic first
Digital Desk | Durban, Oct 11 (IANS) Australia's fabled fast-bowling quartet of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon etched their names into the history books during the first Test against South Africa at Kingsmead here. The fabled bowling unit breached a special 600-wicket milestone with their scalps in the first innings against the Proteas. The four have become the first-ever quartet to complete 600 wickets in Test cricket while playing Test matches together. Coming into the first Test in Durban, the four bowlers had taken 599 wickets in the 37 matches they played together and breached the 600-wicket mark during Day 2 of the fixture at Kingsmead. The four bowlers now have over 600 wickets in 38 matches that they have played together. This came after the four combined to take all first eight wickets that fell in South Africa's innings at the time of writing this piece. Cummins leads the charts among the four as he has 160 wickets in the games he has played with Starc, Hazlewood and Lyon. Starc is second with 155 scalps in 74 innings, while Hazlewood stands third with 152 wickets in 72 innings. Lyon is a close fourth as he has 140 wickets in 70 innings when he played with the above three bowlers. They are the first quartet to go past the mark and have a huge gap between the other most prolific quartet of James Anderson, Stuart Broad, Ben Stokes and Moeen Ali, all of whom have 433 wickets in the 34 Test matches they have played together. Australian bowlers made inroads in South Africa's batting line-up on Day 3 of the fixture. Cummins took three wickets, while Hazlewood and Lyon scalped two each, and Starc also took one. The hosts were in trouble at 197/8 when Hazlewood removed Marco Jansen to send the Proteas in further trouble. Australia had earlier made 390 batting first with Matt Renshaw scoring a masterful hundred.
Gurjapneet, Thakur, Sindhu star as India A avoid 3-0 sweep with 49-run win over Australia A
Digital Desk | Puducherry, Oct 11 (IANS) A clinical effort from the bowling attack, led by Gurjapneet Singhs three-for and two scalps each taken by Yash Thakur and Nishant Sindhu, helped India A avoid a 3-0 series sweep with a convincing 49-run victory over Australia A in the third and final 50-over game here at the CAP Siechem Ground on Sunday. In a successful defence of 275, India A bundled out Australia A for 226 in 46.2 overs. The visitors suffered a sensational collapse as they lost seven wickets for just 49 runs after sitting comfortably at 177/3 at one stage. Left-arm pacer Gurjapneet used his variations to great effect to finish with impressive figures of 3-42, while right-arm fast bowler Thakur (2-38) and left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Sindhu (2-41) delivered key strikes in the middle and lower overs to seal the win for India A. Earlier, after being inserted to bat on a slowish pitch with variable bounce, India A were bowled out for 275 in 49.3 overs, largely anchored by a counter-attacking 85-run seventh-wicket stand between Suryansh Shedge (66) and Vipraj Nigam (40). India A had gotten off to a flying start as openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh had an 83-run opening stand. However, Prabhsimran's exit for 39 in the 11th over triggered a top-order wobble, as India A lost five wickets for 35 runs to slip to 118/5. Alongside Shedge, skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad attempted to steady the ship by hitting 33 off 57 balls. But Mitchell Owen removed the captain to leave India A reeling at 159/6. Vipraj then provided the much-needed impetus alongside a determined Shedge to lift the side to exactly 275. Chasing 276, Australia A had an 82-run opening stand, led by Josh Philippes fluent half-century. But Nigam provided the breakthrough by dismissing Philippe, and Liam Scott fell in the very next over as India A put the brakes on the scoring rate. Though Nathan McSweeney (39) and Lachlan Shaw (31) added 58 runs for the third wicket, India A's bowlers kept pressure at both ends. Once the stand was broken, as Shaw fell to Anukul Roy, Gurjapneet, Thakur, and Sindhu ripped through the lower order, and aided by a timely run-out of Nikhil Chaudhary, India A managed to get a consolation win, as Australia A won the series 2-1. Brief Scores: India A 275 in 47.3 overs (Suryansh Shedge 66, Priyansh Arya 49; Ben Dwarshuis 3-38, Will Sutherland 3-44) beat Australia A 226 in 46.2 overs (Josh Philippe 56, Nathan McSweeney 39; Gurjapneet Singh 3-56, Yash Thakur 2-35) by 49 runs.
Clinical Shami Leads Bengal's Charge in Ranji Opener Vs Delhi
Mohammed Shami's impressive 4/30 led Bengal's strong start against Delhi in the Ranji Trophy. Other matches saw centuries from Shikhar Mohan (Jharkhand), Ankit Bawne (Maharashtra), and Gaurav Choudhary (Odisha) on the opening day of Group C fixtures.
Suryansh Shedge shines as India A down Australia A in third one-dayer
Suryansh Shedge's quickfire 66 and Gurjapneet Singh's three wickets led India A to a 49-run victory over Australia A in the third and final one-day match in Puducherry, though Australia A clinched the series 2-1.
India vs West Indies 3rd T20I LIVE Score Updates: The series is currently tied at 1-1, with West Indies winning the second game.
Shedge and Gurjapneet give India A a consolation win
Nigam's all-round efforts where he made 40 and then dismissed Philippe, earned him the Player-of-the-Match award
'Rag Rag Mein Cricket': Gavaskar Unveils Book on Jagdale's Legacy
Sunil Gavaskar launched 'Rag Rag Mein Cricket', chronicling Sanjay Jagdale's journey from cricketer to coach, selector and administrator, while praising his lifelong, invaluable contribution to Indian cricket.
India vs West Indies, 3rd T20I Pitch Report, how will surface in Indore play?
The stage is set for the third of five T20Is of the ongoing series between India and the West Indies. The two sides will meet at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on October 11th, and...
Smriti Mandhana named UNICEF India Celebrity Advocate for girls' empowerment
Newly-appointed India women's cricket captain Smriti Mandhana has been named a celebrity advocate by UNICEF India to promote equal opportunities, health, and well-being for adolescent girls, coinciding with the International Day of the Girl.
Australia in control as South Africa lose early wickets on Day 3
Australia took a firm grip on the first Test against South Africa, securing three crucial wickets before lunch on the third day, leaving the hosts 115 for four and 275 runs adrift of Australia's first innings total of 390.
New Zealand Look To Move Finn Allen To Middle-order During India ODIs
T20 World Cup: New Zealand are considering a move to slot Finn Allen down to the middle order during the upcoming five-match ODI series against India that begins on November 4 in New Zealand. Allen has been recalled for the 50-over series and last featured in the ODIs in late 2023. He has not batted anywhere below the opening slots in List A cricket since 2020. Allen and Tim Seifert open the innings for the Kiwis in the T20Is, but the Kiwis are considering breaking that swashbuckling association in the ODIs. Head coach Rob Walter confirmed the development after the Kiwis announced their squad for the India series, stating that his demotion to the middle order can help the Blackcaps influence the game in crucial middle overs and get more runs. It's unlikely that they (Allen and Seifert) will open together, Walter said after the squad announcement, as quoted by Cricinfo. We've got sort of a different role in mind for Finn in the middle order. So we want to explore that as an option, obviously, given his capability to sort of influence the game. In 50-over cricket, there's a space in the middle of the game to take on the spinners or the fifth or sixth bowler. So, yeah, we'll explore that with Finn. Obviously, we know he's destructive, and it is a little bit different in 50-over cricket. He's not foreign to 50-over cricket. He's certainly played enough of it, but it is a slightly new role for him. So, yeah, looking forward to seeing how that goes, he added. With a possible move down the order for Allen, Devon Conway is the likeliest option to open with Seifert, and when Conway leaves after the first three ODIs to prepare for the India Tests, Nick Kelly could be entrusted to open the innings. Walter further highlighted that the rationale behind the move is to take the game on in the middle overs with Allen a proven power-hitter. We actually want to see what it looks like to have someone in the middle order just taking on the game, Walter said. So, that's obviously not being reckless because if it was that easy, everyone would do it. But there's a sort of a shift in 50-over cricket, especially if the surfaces are good, where overs 25-40 become pretty important whilst there's an extra fielder in the ring. So, we want him to express himself. But there obviously has to be a slight shift in it. And it is very different to when there are only two (fielders) out in the powerplay of a T20 game. But that said, he also has batted into the latter parts of a T20 game where there are five fielders out. So, hopefully, finding sort of the happy medium in between can provide a nice competitive advantage, he added. He further revealed that the discussion took place during the T20 World Cup 2026, with the batter also having conversations with Auckland Aces coach Rob Nicol about generating more power for the middle-order role. I mean, this is a conversation that happened in the T20 World Cup already, Walter said. And I can't remember if he came to me or if I went to him, but we were sort of probably both thinking about a similar thing. I know Rob Nicol at the Aces had discussed it with him as well. He further revealed that the discussion took place during the T20 World Cup 2026, with the batter also having conversations with Auckland Aces coach Rob Nicol about generating more power for the middle-order role. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Hard work has paid off for Bhuvneshwar'
Suresh Raina said Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the national squad the reward of hard work, discipline and consistent performances in domestic cricket.
Bowlers put Australia on top on third morning in Durban
Steven Smith backed up the bowlers by claiming two sublime catches that lifted him past Joe Root for the most Test catches by a non-wicketkeeper
Gambhir, Kotak Seeks Blessings At Mahakaleshwar Temple Ahead Of 3rd T20I
Bhasma Aarti Darshan: India head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple on Sunday to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva ahead of the third T20I against the West Indies at Holkar Stadium in Indore later in the day. The visit comes ahead of a crucial encounter in the five-match T20I series, which is levelled at 1-1 after the West Indies registered a thrilling victory in the second match in Ranchi. The visitors chased down Indias 250-run target with more than an over to spare, setting up an intriguing contest in Indore. Speaking about his visit, Gambhir said he had been called for darshan and expressed hope that the blessings of Lord Mahakal would continue to guide him and the country. I was called here for darshan, and Babas blessings have always been with me. May his blessings remain upon the country as well. I am confident that we will do well, and Babas blessings will always be with us, Gambhir told reporters after his visit. Gambhir and Kotak had also visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in January ahead of the decisive third ODI between India and New Zealand at the Holkar Stadium. On that occasion, the two coaches participated in the divine Bhasma Aarti. They sat in the Nandi Hall during the holy ritual, remained present for nearly two hours and prayed for the teams success. After the Aarti, they had darshan of Lord Mahakal from the temple threshold and offered water to Nandi as part of the customary rituals. Gambhir has visited the temple on several occasions, including a visit with his family around five months before the January trip. He has also been part of the 'Bhasma Aarti Darshan' several times After the Aarti, they had darshan of Lord Mahakal from the temple threshold and offered water to Nandi as part of the customary rituals. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
NZ look to move Allen to the middle order for 'competitive advantage' in ODIs
Finn Allen has not played an ODI in more than three years but Rob Walter backs him to come good in the middle overs
Sports Min Mandaviya Leads Youth In Anti-drug Pledge During Fit India Sundays On Cycle In Varanasi
Sports Min Mandaviya: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya led the 94th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle here, bringing together over 500 cyclists and more than 1,000 participants to champion the message of a drug-free youth and a healthier India. The event, centred on the theme Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat, witnessed the participation of medallists from the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, including Prachi Chaudhary, Parul Chaudhary, Jay Kumar and Raj Kumar Pal. The event commenced at Namo Ghat with a meditation session led by Nivedita Shreyans, Director, Youth Affairs, Heartfulness Institute, Kanha Shantivanam, Hyderabad, highlighting the importance of mental well-being alongside physical fitness in leading a healthy life. Addressing the gathering, Mandaviya called upon young people to make fitness a part of their daily routine and embrace healthy lifestyle choices. Reinforcing the importance of a drug-free society, the minister and participants took the Nasha Mukt Bharat pledge, reaffirming their collective resolve to combat substance abuse and build a drug-free generation. Following the address, Mandaviya led the cycle rally from Namo Ghat to Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, carrying the message of Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat across the streets of Varanasi. The event also celebrated Indias sporting achievements with the felicitation of distinguished medallists from the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The felicitated sportspersons included Prachi Chaudhary, bronze medallist in the womens 400m; Parul Chaudhary, double bronze medallist in the womens 3000m steeplechase and 5000m; Jay Kumar, silver medallist in the mixed 4x400m relay and bronze medallist in the mens 4x400m relay; and Raj Kumar Pal, gold medallist as part of the Indian mens hockey team. By bringing accomplished athletes closer to communities, Fit India Sundays on Cycle also provided an opportunity for young people to interact with sporting role models and draw inspiration from their journeys. The 94th edition reinforced the message that fitness goes beyond physical activity, it is a way of life that promotes discipline, mental well-being and responsible choices. By bringing accomplished athletes closer to communities, Fit India Sundays on Cycle also provided an opportunity for young people to interact with sporting role models and draw inspiration from their journeys. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
New Zealand's New Game Plan! Finn Allen To Bat In Middle Order In India ODIs
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter has revealed plans to utilise explosive batter Finn Allen in a middle-order role during the upcoming ODI series against India.
Amid BCCI Pitch Controversy, R Ashwin's Big Verdict On Puducherry Wicket For India A Series
The pitches in the ongoing unofficial ODI series between India A and Australia saw scores of under 300 being defended with ease. Australia A made 274 in the first unofficial ODI and went on to win by 125 runs with India A getting bowled out for 149.
Brilliant Voice For Childrens Rights: Tendulkar Welcomes Mandhana To UNICEF Family
UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday welcomed womens captain Smriti Mandhana to the UNICEF India family after she was appointed the organisations celebrity advocate on the occasion of the International Day of the Girl. Welcome to the @UNICEFIndia family, @mandhana_smriti! You inspire millions on the field, and I know you will be a brilliant voice for childrens rights off it, Tendulkar, who is UNICEF Ambassador for South Asia, wrote on X. Mandhanas appointment is aimed at strengthening efforts to promote childrens rights and create equal opportunities for girls, particularly in sports. As UNICEF Indias celebrity advocate, she will support initiatives focused on empowering adolescent girls, promoting their health and well-being, and helping them realise their full potential. The International Day of the Girl highlights the rights, safety, potential and leadership of girls while drawing attention to the barriers that continue to restrict their choices and opportunities. Mandhana said she was honoured to take on the role, emphasising how access to opportunities and encouragement can help children pursue their ambitions. I am deeply honoured to join UNICEF India as a Celebrity Advocate. Growing up playing cricket taught me that every dream begins with an opportunity. With hard work, determination, and encouragement, that opportunity can turn into something extraordinary. Every child and young person deserves the chance to dream big and reach their full potential, Mandhana said. The left-handed batter has previously supported UNICEF-ICC campaigns centred on gender equality and life skills, along with UNICEFs Promise to Children campaign. Her new role will build on these efforts, with a particular focus on ensuring girls have equal opportunities to participate in sports and develop their abilities. UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey said Mandhanas journey could inspire young girls by demonstrating what becomes possible when talent is supported by opportunity. The left-handed batter has previously supported UNICEF-ICC campaigns centred on gender equality and life skills, along with UNICEFs Promise to Children campaign. Her new role will build on these efforts, with a particular focus on ensuring girls have equal opportunities to participate in sports and develop their abilities. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Australia's Renshaw breaks Kohli's record for runs with tail-enders!
Australia's Matt Renshaw has broken Virat Kohli's record for the most runs scored while batting with lower-order batters and tail-enders (numbers 8 to 11) in a single Test innings, achieving 174 runs during his 190-run knock against South Africa in Durban.
UNICEF India Names Cricket Icon Smriti Mandhana As Celebrity Advocate
UNICEF India on Sunday announced Indian women's cricket captain Smriti Mandhana as their celebrity advocate on the occasion of the International Day of the Girl.
India Coach Gautam Gambhir Prays At Mahakaleshwar Temple In Ujjain
India head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain to offer prayers ahead of the team's third T20 International against the West Indies in Indore, with the five-match series currently level at 1-1.
The forfeiture comes after Arunachal Pradesh failed to field their Under-19 team for a Vinoo Mankad Trophy match against Sikkim in Bhubaneswar on Thursday, with the ongoing dispute leaving the association without a functioning authority to take decisions on team selection.
Rahmat Shah Scripts History With Hundred On Captaincy Debut Against Bangladesh
Sheikh Zayed Stadium: Rahmat Shah began his Test captaincy tenure with a record century in the one-off Test match against Bangladesh at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium here on Sunday. Shah scored 105 in almost a lone fight for Afghanistan in the first innings in reply to Bangladesh's 346. He has now become the first Afghan player to score a hundred on Test captaincy debut. Shah took over as the Test and ODI captain from Hashmatullah Shahidi in July this year. His first assignment as Test captain in the one-off Test saw him achieve a historic milestone as he also hit 10 fours and two sixes in a 105-run knock, which came from 216 balls. While Shah made 105, opener Abdul Malik also scored 62 in 120 deliveries. Wicketkeeper batter Ikram Alikhil also put up a fight with 32 from 103 deliveries as Afghanistan ended up on 240. It was a stellar bowling display from Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud, who took a hat-trick and a five-wicket haul, while fellow speedster Ebadot Hossain also scored four wickets. Mahmud has now become the first Bangladesh pacer to take a Test hat-trick and the third from his country overall. Before him, leg-spin all-rounder Alok Kapali (vs Pakistan in 2003) and off-spinner Sohag Gazi (vs New Zealand in 2013) had taken hat-tricks in the longest format. Mahmud also completed a five-wicket haul as he removed Yamin Ahmadzai for an 11-ball duck. He completed his 50 wickets in the format and became the fastest Bangladesh pacer to take 50 wickets in the format as Afghanistan were bowled out for 240. Bangladesh took a lead of 106 in the first innings. Mahmud has now become the first Bangladesh pacer to take a Test hat-trick and the third from his country overall. Before him, leg-spin all-rounder Alok Kapali (vs Pakistan in 2003) and off-spinner Sohag Gazi (vs New Zealand in 2013) had taken hat-tricks in the longest format. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Bangladesh lose two after gaining big lead
Ebadot bags four as Bangladesh gain 106-run first-innings lead and build on it
New Zealand unveils special 'Kotahitanga' jersey for India ODIs
New Zealand Cricket will don a special limited-edition 'Kotahitanga' jersey, featuring lotus flowers and mandala art, during their upcoming ODI series against India to commemorate 100 years of sporting ties between the two nations.
Ex-India Star Makes Big Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli Prediction Ahead Of ODI World Cup 2027
Robin Singh said Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be big assets to the Indian team in the ODI World Cup 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
We Don't Have Enough Quality: India Great's Brutal Verdict After 2nd T20I Loss To West Indies
Batting first, India posted 249/5 in the second T20I against West Indies. The Shreyas Iyer-led side failed to defend it as Windies replied with 252/4 in 18.3 overs.
Ranji Trophy: Arunachal Pradesh forfeit opener against Nagaland amid association crisis
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 11 (IANS) Arunachal Pradeshs domestic cricket campaign has suffered another setback, with the state forfeiting its Ranji Trophy Plate Group opener against Nagaland amid an administrative deadlock that has left its cricket association without a functioning authority to manage team selection and other operations. The match was scheduled to begin on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, coinciding with the start of the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season. The forfeiture follows Arunachal Pradeshs failure to field a team for their Vinoo Mankad Trophy fixture against Sikkim in Bhubaneswar earlier this week, highlighting the growing impact of the dispute on players across age groups. The crisis stems from a legal battle over the Arunachal Cricket Associations (ACA) September elections, in which Nabam Vivek was elected president. Several district associations subsequently challenged the polls, alleging irregularities and seeking fresh elections. The matter is pending before the Itanagar bench of the Gauhati High Court, which has reserved its order. The court proceedings have effectively paralysed the association, preventing the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from intervening to establish an alternative administrative arrangement while the matter remains pending. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia had earlier told IANS that the legal impasse had already disrupted Arunachal Pradeshs participation in junior domestic competitions, with the absence of a functioning state body making team selection and preparation impossible. There are two factions in the Arunachal Cricket Association, and they are having a litigation issue in the Guwahati High Court-Itanagar Bench. There was some stay order from the High Court about a couple of months ago on the boards functioning. So, due to the issue present in front of that bench, there is no functionary in the Arunachal Cricket Association. The matter was finally heard in the first week of September, but the judgment is yet to be delivered by the bench. So no board is in place there for quite some time, and therefore, there was no preparation to constitute a team for this Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Saikia had told IANS. At the time, Saikia had also expressed uncertainty over the states participation in the Ranji Trophy, with the opening fixture against Nagaland approaching and the court yet to deliver its verdict. As a result, they could not field the team in the junior mens levels. I dont know what will happen over them playing in the Ranji Trophy, starting on October 11. Everybody is waiting for the outcome of the courts verdict. As the matter is sub-judice, the BCCI cannot also step in. Nobody is governing there because of this matter there in the court, added Saikia. The forfeiture of the Ranji Trophy fixture has now turned those concerns into a setback for the states senior mens team. The dispute has also raised questions about Arunachal Pradeshs ability to participate in the remainder of the domestic season if the administrative vacuum continues. The associations September elections became contentious after six district bodies, Lower Siang, Upper Subansiri, Kamle, Tawang, West Siang and Papum Pare, alleged violations of rules during the electoral process. Their challenge led to the courts interim stay on the functioning of the association, leaving competing factions claiming legitimacy without a settled administrative structure. The consequences have extended beyond administrative functioning, with young cricketers missing opportunities to compete at the national level. Arunachal Pradesh has already been unable to field teams in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy and the Under-19 Womens T20 Trophy, raising concerns over the development of players across the states mens and womens programmes. Arunachal Pradesh finished at the bottom of the Ranji Trophy Plate Group standings last season after losing all five matches. The Plate Group also features Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Sikkim.
IND vs WI: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of 3rd T20I, India vs West Indies series 2026
IND vs WI 3rd T20I , Approaching Milestones and Records :Indian cricket team and West Indies cricket team are all set to take on each other in the third T20I of the series. After India hammered the visitors in the first game, West Indies produced a stunning fightback in the second match. They went onto to chase the second-highest T20I score in the history of 252 runs. Captain Shai Hope led the visitors to win and scored a brilliant century. He scored an unbeaten 102 off 45 balls and took his team to a record chase. India looked poor with the ball and failed to contain the batters. Though India batted well and scored 249 runs in the first innings. The series is equal at 1-1, and the third T20I will be played in Indore. This contest will begin at 7 PM IST at Holkar Stadium on Sunday. The second game broke many batting records, and a total of 501 runs were scored in the game. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the IND vs WI 3rd T20Iat Holkar Stadium, Indore. IND vs WI: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the IND vs WI 3rd T20I at Holkar Stadium, Indore 33 - Abhishek Sharma needs 33 more runs to become only the sixth batter to reach 2000 runs in T20Is. It will be his 64th innings, and he will become the 8th fastest and the fourth fastest Indian to reach this feat. Suryakumar Yadav is the fastest by balls. He took 1164 balls, and Abhishek has played only 1009 balls in his career. He can become the fastest in this term. 2 - Sanju Samson played a blistering knock of 82 off 41 balls in the last game. He hit four sixes in the last game and is just two sixes away from completing 100 T20I sixes. 8 - Only three Indians have 200 fours in T20I history. Ishan Kishan is 8 fours away from reaching that milestone. Abhishek is also 10 fours behind, though. 103 - Shai Hope has scored three centuries in the last four innings. He is just 103 runs away from becoming only the fourth West Indian to complete 2000 T20I runs and will be the fastest from his country. 2 - Kuldeep Yadav needs two wickets to reach 100 T20I wickets. If he does it in Indore, he will be the fastest Indian to achieve this feat. 5 - Akeal Hosein is 5 wickets away from completing 100 T20I wickets. 69 - Ishan Kishan needs 69 runs to complete 7500 T20I runs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories 2 - Abhishek needs two boundries (six or four) to complete 1000 boundaries in T20 cricket.
Australian batter Matt Renshaw surpassed Virat Kohli's record for the most runs scored while batting with the tail in a Test innings since 2002.
Arunachal Pradesh Forfeits Ranji Trophy Opener Vs Nagaland
Arunachal Pradesh has forfeited its Ranji Trophy Plate Group opener against Nagaland due to an administrative crisis within the state cricket association, stemming from a dispute between two factions and a pending High Court case.
Hasan Mahmud Becomes First Bangladesh Pacer To Take Test Hat-trick
Sheikh Zayed Stadium: Bangladesh's right-arm fast bowler Hasan Mahmud on Sunday etched his name into the history books as he became the first speedster from his country to take a hat-trick in Test cricket. The 26-year-old achieved the feat during the ongoing one-off Test match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi when he broke through the Afghanistan lower middle order in the first innings on Day 3. The right-arm pacer has now become the first pacer from Bangladesh to take a Test hat-trick and overall third bowler from his country overall. Before him, leg-spin all-rounder Alok Kapali (vs Pakistan in 2003) and off-spinner Sohag Gazi (vs New Zealand in 2013) had taken hat-tricks in the longest format. Afghanistan were at 220/5 in reply to Bangladesh's 346, with captain Rahmat Shah in the middle along with a new Ismat Alam. Hasan ripped through as he knocked over Alam for one in the 83rd over of the innings. He then nicked Qais Ahmad behind, with Litton Das taking a splendid catch with the gloves as he dived to his right. Mahmud then completed his hat-trick when he trapped Zia-ur-Rehman. Although the umpire did not rule the batter out, Mahmud and Bangladesh got their man on review. Fellow fast bowler Taskin Ahmed, who was rested for the series, also heaped praise on Mahmud for his historic feat. Hat-Trick! Congratulations to Hasan Mahmud on becoming the first Bangladeshi fast bowler to claim a hat-trick in Test cricket, Taskin wrote in a Facebook post. He then nicked Qais Ahmad behind, with Litton Das taking a splendid catch with the gloves as he dived to his right. Mahmud then completed his hat-trick when he trapped Zia-ur-Rehman. Although the umpire did not rule the batter out, Mahmud and Bangladesh got their man on review. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Bangladesh Pacer Hasan Mahmud Scripts History With Test Hat-Trick Against Afghanistan
Hasan Mahmud became the first Bangladeshi fast bowler to take a Test hat-trick during a match against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.
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New Zealand Pick Allen, Ferguson, Seifert For India ODIs; Ravindra Returns
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Ward, Doran, Hope help Tasmania hold off Abbott and New South Wales
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South Africa vs Australia, 1st Test Day 3: LIVE Score Updates
South Africa vs Australia 1st Test Day 3 LIVE Score Updates: Hosts South Africa will aim to hunt down Australia's first innings lead on Day 3, following Matt Renshaw's heroics for the visitors.
I Always Wanted That Second One: Renshaw Reflects On Decade-long Wait For Test Ton
ICC World Test Championship: Matt Renshaw described his second Test century as a reward for years of perseverance after the Australia batter struck a career-best 184 in the opening ICC World Test Championship contest against South Africa in Durban, combining patience at No. 5 with a match-defining partnership with Nathan Lyon to put his side in a commanding position on Day 2. The milestone came almost 10 years after Renshaw registered his maiden Test hundred, ending a prolonged wait for another three-figure score in the longest format. Speaking to reporters after the second days play, the left-hander reflected on the failures and opportunities that had shaped his journey back into Australias Test setup. I always wanted that second one. I had the monkey off the back early with that first one. I think it was like that has come in the last 10 years, all the hard work, all the failures, all the success. This was nice just for me to get, Renshaw told the reporters after Day 2 of the Durban Test. Renshaws innings was particularly significant given his return to the unfamiliar No. 5 position for the first time since his recall in 2023. Rather than chasing quick runs, he focused on absorbing pressure, reaching stumps on the opening day after facing 115 deliveries and striking only three boundaries. He accelerated towards his half-century on the second morning, reaching the landmark off the second ball of the day, before continuing to frustrate South Africas bowling attack even after the second new ball became available. The innings also carried personal significance for Renshaw, who acknowledged that his previous opportunity to establish himself in the Australian team had not gone as planned. His latest performance offered a reminder of the value of making the most of another chance. I think once I took a few years out of the team, had an opportunity in 2023 and didnt take it, you probably think that youre never going to get this opportunity again. So when I hit the ball, I was screaming at it, go, go, go. It sort of all just hit me at once. You had Nathan (Lyon) at the other end, who was pretty emotional. So to see that, it was pretty special, Renshaw added. Renshaw found an invaluable partner in Lyon as the pair put together a remarkable 134-run stand for the ninth wicket, extending Australias total and pushing the batter beyond his previous best of 184, scored against Pakistan. His knock also set a new record for the highest individual Test score by a batter coming in at No. 5 or lower at the Durban venue, eclipsing Sri Lankas Kusal Perera, who remained unbeaten on 153 in 2019. Despite rain interruptions for the second consecutive day, Australia strengthened their grip on the contest. South Africa reached stumps at 27 for one, still trailing by 363 runs after Josh Hazlewood dismissed Ryan Rickelton for a three-ball duck. His knock also set a new record for the highest individual Test score by a batter coming in at No. 5 or lower at the Durban venue, eclipsing Sri Lankas Kusal Perera, who remained unbeaten on 153 in 2019. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Hardie and hamstrung Fanning pull off stunning victory for Western Australia
Hardie made 80 not out and Fanning limped to 14 not out, while carrying a serious hamstring injury, to guide WA home to a thrilling chase of 201 with two wickets to spare
ICC ODI World Cup 2027: Full schedule, venues and India matches
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Matt Renshaw Breaks Nine-Year Test Century Drought With Career-Best 190
Matt Renshaw batted with icy calm until he ended a near decade wait for a Test century before the Australia batsman allowed his emotions to take over on the second day of the first Test against South Africa on Saturday. Renshaw, 30, went on to make a career-best 190, steering Australia to 390 all out at Kingsmead before Josh Hazlewood struck in the second over of South Africa's reply. The hosts were 27 for one at the close. Renshaw's only previous Test century was 184 against Pakistan in Sydney in January 2017. Since then he has experienced the downside of international sport having been left out of the side for two lengthy periods and even being dropped from his state team, Queensland, before a recall to the Test team against Bangladesh in August this year. It's a weird one, he said of the way he celebrated when he hit the boundary for his century. Once I'd had a few years out of the team, then had an opportunity in 2023 and didn't take it, you probably think that you're never going to get this opportunity again so when I hit the ball I was screaming at it, 'Go, go, go'. It sort of all just hit me at once, he added. Batting partner Nathan Lyon joined in the emotion but the pair quickly got back down to the business of draining the energy out of the South African bowlers on a hot, humid day. The 134-run ninth wicket partnership with Lyon a record for Australia in Tests against South Africa swung the balance of the match decisively in Australia's favour after they had been floundering at 124 for six on the first day. They were still vulnerable at 230 for eight when Lyon came in to face the tenth delivery with the second new ball, with South Africa eager to finish off the innings. By Renshaw's estimation he turned down 40 or more runs as he tried to keep the majority of the strike, only taking singles towards the end of overs. The plan was simple keep South Africa in the field for as long as possible to test the endurance of bowlers who last played a Test in November. That was the benefit for us, just keeping them out in the field, he said. Get their quicks coming back on, trying to get them back in their third, fourth, fifth spells. Wiaan Mulder, South Africa's most successful bowler with four for 68, said the pitch was really slow and there was not a lot of sideways movement. I think we bowled well but Renshaw played beautifully. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He left extremely well, he played what was in front of him and it was important for him to keep the strike the way he did.
ICC chair Jay Shah extends Navratri wishes, says Maa Durgas blessings inspire courage and hope'
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 11 (IANS) International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah extended his wishes to devotees ahead of Shardiya Navratri, which begins on Sunday, urging people to draw inspiration from Goddess Durga as the nine-day festival gets underway across India with prayers, rituals and religious observances. On this auspicious occasion, may the blessings of Maa Durga inspire us to embrace every challenge with courage and every opportunity with hope, Jay Shah wrote on X. His message highlighted the festivals enduring spiritual significance, with devotees invoking Goddess Durga and her nine manifestations, collectively known as Navadurga, for strength, well-being and prosperity. Observed during the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin, Shardiya Navratri begins with Ghatasthapana, a ritual that marks the start of the auspicious period. Homes and temples across the country prepare for the celebrations as worshippers offer prayers and observe traditional customs to seek divine blessings. The opening day is dedicated to Goddess Shailaputri, regarded as the first manifestation of Durga. Her name translates to daughter of the mountain, and devotees worship her while praying for strength, stability and well-being. Throughout the festival, each day honours a different form of the goddess, with religious practices varying across regions. Fasting, devotional ceremonies and special prayers form an integral part of the celebrations, reflecting the faith and traditions associated with the occasion. This year, Maha Navami, marking the final phase of the nine-day observance, will fall on October 19, followed by Vijayadashami on October 20. Also known as Dussehra, Vijayadashami symbolises the triumph of good over evil and brings the festive period to a close. Navratri holds particular significance for devotees seeking the goddesss blessings for peace, happiness and prosperity.
BCCI Can't Afford To Ignore Gautam Gambhir's Warning Again. Cricket Might Have To Pay A Huge Cost
For the second time since West Indies' arrival in India, Gautam Gambhir has warned the BCCI and stadium organisers to restore balance between the bat and the ball in cricket.
New Zealand unveils special jersey for India ODIs to mark 100 years of sporting ties
Artists Ben Thomason, Shiv Narandas and Jai Pancha have collaborated on the shirt design, New Zealand Cricket said
Unchanged Australia bowl in Brisbane; no changes for Bangladesh too
Australia lead the three-match ODI series 1-0 and a win here will give them an unassailable lead
Allen, Ferguson, Seifert Make Comeback; Ravindra Returns As NZC Announce Squad For India ODIs
ICC Cricket World Cup: New Zealand have recalled Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson and Tim Seifert to their one-day international (ODI) squad for the upcoming series against India, while Rachin Ravindra will return from a shoulder injury for the first three matches. The five-match ODI series will begin on November 4 at Eden Park in Auckland, with New Zealand aiming to build on their historic 2-1 series victory in India in January, their first ODI series win against India on Indian soil. White-ball captain Mitchell Santner will lead the extended squad, which will feature different combinations across the series as New Zealand balance their ODI commitments with preparations for the subsequent Test series against India. Allen and Ferguson last played an ODI in 2023, with Fergusons most recent appearance coming in the semi-final of the ICC Cricket World Cup against India in Mumbai. Seifert last featured in the format 18 months ago during New Zealands home series against Pakistan. Ravindra, who was ruled out of the T20I squad due to a shoulder injury, has been included for the opening three ODIs. New Zealand will make seven additional players available for the fourth and fifth matches, with a portion of the squad travelling to Wellington after the third ODI to prepare for the Test series. The first Test against India is scheduled to begin at the Basin Reserve on November 19. Zak Foulkes (hip flexor), Will ORourke (calf) and Ben Sears (ankle) were not considered for selection as they continue their respective rehabilitation programmes. Head coach Rob Walter will be joined by bowling coach Jacob Oram and outgoing batting coach Luke Ronchi for the ODI series. Ronchi will be on his final assignment with the Blackcaps before taking over as head coach of the Melbourne Renegades in Australias Big Bash League. Following the third ODI, Ronchi, Oram and strength and conditioning coach Chris Donaldson will oversee the Test squads preparations in Wellington, with newly appointed batting coach BJ Watling joining the group. Walter said the series would be important both for the immediate challenge of facing India and for New Zealands preparations for the 2027 ICC Mens Cricket World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. First and foremost this is huge series for us, playing in front of our fans in full stadiums against a formidable Indian side. With the ODI World Cup just one year away its important for us to also view these matches as valuable preparation for that event. Bringing in seven players for the final ODIs allows us to test our depth and see how those players fare against a world-class side. Obviously every Test match is important for us in terms of championship points, which is why were extracting some of that squad early for additional preparation before the first Test against India at the Basin Reserve on November 19, Walter said. Walter also highlighted the depth of the squad and the opportunity for the returning players to stake their claims in the ODI format. Were incredibly lucky to have the depth that we do to have 21 players involved in the series. Its also great to bring guys like Lockie, Finn, and Tim back into the One Day unit. Theyre all exciting and explosive players in their own right and are proven match winners. For Finn and Tim in particular, weve seen what they can do the T20 arena, and its now a great opportunity for them to push their case in the longer format, he added. New Zealand are expected to announce their 14-player Test squad for the series against India in early November. NZ squad for first 3 ODIs: Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner and Will Young. New Zealand are expected to announce their 14-player Test squad for the series against India in early November. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Allen, Ferguson, Seifert picked for India ODIs; Ravindra returns from injury
The selectors named a split squad for the five ODIs because some of the players will head to Wellington after the third ODI to prepare for the upcoming Tests
New Zealand To Wear Special Jersey Marking 100 Years Of Ties With India
Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley: New Zealand will wear a special limited-edition playing shirt during the upcoming ODI series against India to commemorate 100 years of sporting ties between the two nations. The Blackcaps will sport the Kotahitanga ODI Shirt, which celebrates the shared history, cultural connection, and mutual respect between the two countries through a design that brings together Mori and Indian artistic traditions. Artists Ben Thomason (Ngti Raukawa ki Te Tonga), Shiv Narandas (Gujarat) and Jai Pancha (Gujarat) collaborated on the design, weaving elements from both cultures into a shirt that reflects their intertwined histories. Thomason incorporated Mori kwhaiwhai patterns over a background of haehae lines, connecting the living with those who have passed away while honouring the people who helped build the relationship between the two nations. The design also celebrates the significance of this bond for players, fans, and those working behind the scenes. Narandas and Pancha introduced three Indian motifs as unifying elements: the lotus, Indias national flower; a repeating ogee pattern inspired by Indian architecture; and the mandala, which provides a symmetrical framework that aligns naturally with Mori design systems. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer Glenn Critchley said the shirt highlighted the ability of sport to bring different cultures together. Were absolutely wrapped with the design. The artists have created a beautiful balance between a distinct Mori design and a distinct Indian design that speaks to the bond between our nations. Sport underpins the unity between New Zealand and India and we hope this shirt will be a collectors item treasured by New Zealand and Indian cricket fans for years to come, he said. Thomason said kotahitanga, which represents unity, was the guiding principle behind the design. The brief said unity and I think the design encompasses that wholeheartedly, he said. Narandas, whose family hails from India, described the project as a meaningful experience. This shirt feels like a journey of our life here. I hope that everyone can feel the energy thats been put into this project and they can wear the shirt with pride, said Narandas. Narandas, whose family hails from India, described the project as a meaningful experience. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
New Zealand Announce 2 Squads For ODI Series Against India, Rachin Ravindra Returns
Rachin Ravindra, who was ruled out of New Zealand's T20I squad due to a shoulder injury, will return for the first three ODIs.
India A vs Australia A LIVE Score, 3rd Unofficial ODI: Ruturaj Gaikwad-led India A are aiming to clinch a consolation win, having already lost the three-match series.
India A vs Australia A Live Streaming, 3rd Unofficial ODI: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast
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Vinicius Jr. Scores, Then Sent Off After VAR Intervention. Epic Drama In Real Madrid Match. Video
Brazil international Vinicius, on as a substitute, scored but his goal was disallowed and then he was dismissed after a VAR review showed he pulled the hair of Villarreal's Nathan Saliba.
Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin slammed West Indies skipper Shai Hope for poor tactics during the second T20I match against India on Friday.
His Thinking Similar To Mine: Virender Sehwag's Big Verdict On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Former India opener Virender Sehwag traced his famed daredevilry in Vaibhahav Sooryavanshi's batting, and said the teen phenom should focus on stitching a long career for the country.
Harmanpreet Kaur | The game changer
The cricketer who helped popularise womens cricket in India has stepped down as captain but will continue to play for the national team
Coach Asnodkar wants Kerala to do well in all the formats
Kerala eyes good start against a strong Jharkhand side
Shubman Gill to Miss Punjab's Ranji Opener
India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill will miss Punjab's opening Ranji Trophy match against Assam. While the official reason for his absence is not stated, he is expected to feature in the team's second game against Chhattisgarh. This aligns with the national selection committee's directive for international players to participate in domestic cricket.
Afghanistan Skipper Rahmat Shah Thwarts Bangladesh In Abu Dhabi Test
Skipper Rahmat Shah hit a fighting unbeaten 84 to foil Bangladesh's bowling attack as Afghanistan reached 211-4 on the second day of the one-off Test in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.
Shubman Gill set to miss Punjab's Ranji Trophy opener, could return against Chhattisgarh
India captain Shubman Gill will not feature in Punjabs opening Ranji Trophy fixture against Assam in New Chandigarh. However, the batter could return for the teams next match against Chhattisgarh, scheduled from October 18 to...
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka faces Andhra test in opening match
Virender Sehwag has thrown his support behind Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the young India opener spent back-to-back matches against West Indies on the sidelines. He lauded Sooryavanshis attacking prowess and urged India to give him opportunities to prove himself at the international level.
Royal Desert Champions Robin Singh: Former Indian cricketer and Team Director of Abu Dhabi T10 League's Royal Desert Champions Robin Singh called his squad a well-balanced one as they gear up for the upcoming season of the tournament that begins on November 7. Royal Desert Champions have the likes of Nicholas Pooran, Sherfane Rutherford and Phil Salt pre-signed before the draft and later picked in the likes of Muhammad Waseem, Naseem Shah and Maheesh Theekshana, among others, to bolster their squad. Speaking to IANS, Singh analysed his squad as having strong personnel that is needed to perform well in a fast-paced tournament like the Abu Dhabi T10 League. Yeah, we have tried to pick a well-balanced team. Most of these guys play the T20 format really well, he told IANS. I think Nicholas Pooran as well as Phil Salt have played T20, and it's not only them; I think many other players in the setup have too. So it looks like a pretty well-balanced team. It's one of those formats where it's quick, so you need to execute, he added. Singh, who has coached the erstwhile Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians, felt that the think tank did well in the draft and has most of the bases covered. They had strong batters and picked a decent bowling line-up at the draft. Yeah, I think we got about 80% of what we wanted. Drafts are always a bit tricky. You don't really know who you'll get because it depends on the pick before you and how people build their squad. So it really depends on a little bit of luck in terms of what you want. But at the same time, you have a strategy in place where if you don't get X, you can try and get Y to compensate. So you build a team around those things, he added. He has his eyes on winning the title with Desert Champions and also opened up about his experience of having worked with Pooran previously in the league. We need the win (title). Definitely, without a doubt. I think, as I said, they are all professionals. Once you lay down the ground rules and they understand what is expected from them, we expect similar things from them as well. Yeah, I think we got about 80% of what we wanted. Drafts are always a bit tricky. You don't really know who you'll get because it depends on the pick before you and how people build their squad. So it really depends on a little bit of luck in terms of what you want. But at the same time, you have a strategy in place where if you don't get X, you can try and get Y to compensate. So you build a team around those things, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ranji Trophy: Plenty of incentives for hopefuls as the grind begins
History proves that there has been no dearth of great stories in the countrys premier domestic competition; the opening round will feature stars such as Rahul and Jaiswal in action
Former India cricketer and IPL captain Ajinkya Rahane hit out at the contentious impact player rule in the Indian Premier League, advocating for the rule to be taken out.
India Champions vs South Africa Champions LIVE Score Updates, World Championship of Legends 2026: India Champions will be taking on South Africa Champions in their third match on Saturday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
Rohit Sharma Reflects On Desperation And Hunger In Team Post 2023 World Cup Final Loss
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England Great Wears Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Jersey Amid India vs West Indies T20Is. Teenager Reacts
England legend Kevin Pietersen donned Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Rajasthan Royals jersey and uploaded a picture on social media. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reacted to it.
Install A Bowling Machine: Yuzvendra Chahal's Explosive Rant As West Indies Chase Down 250 vs India
Yuzvendra Chahal raised concerns over the increasingly batter-friendly conditions in T20 cricket after the West Indies chased down 250 against India in the second T20I in Ranchi on Friday.
