WPL 2027: Perry's Availability Boosts All Departments, Says RCB Head Coach Rangarajan
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australias premier seam-bowling all-rounder Ellyse Perry's decision to make herself available for the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 season has bolstered defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in every single department, said head coach Malolan Rangarajan. Perry, who missed RCB's title-winning 2026 campaign due to personal reasons, confirmed her availability in August this year. On the WPL 2027 retention deadline day. RCB opted to retain 13 players, comprising nine Indian and four overseas stars, while parting ways with Dayalan Hemalatha, Gautami Naik, Linsey Smith, and Grace Harris ahead of the player auction on October 28 in Kochi. The fifth edition of the WPL is scheduled to run from January 14 to February 7, 2027. RCB has retained 13 players and Ellyse Perry has made herself available to play for RCB in the upcoming WPL. RCB has decided to release four players, Hemalatha, Gautami, Linsey and Grace Harris. It's really important to appreciate the effort and commitment with which these players play for RCB. They played an integral part in us winning our second title and I want to take this opportunity to thank them again for all the effort they put in, said Rangarajan in a video posted by the franchise on Monday. Speaking about Ellyses return for the five-team tournament, Rangarajan felt it made the retention strategy easy for RCB, who have also retained captain Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, K Prathyoosha, Sayali Satghare, Pooja Vastrakar, and Georgia Voll. It was a long-drawn process, the whole retention process, where we had our coaches and Smriti was involved in it. Perry indicated that she'd be more than happy to come back and play for RCB sometime in August and post which we got together and we thought about how we could improve our squad. With Perry returning to our squad, it bolsters the team in all departments. She comes in as a batter and that got us thinking about how we could balance our squad and look for options in the auction, he said. Rangarajan expressed confidence in the retained core while underlining that past success will not breed complacency when the team approaches the auction table, where RCB has a purse of Rs 1.15 crore. We've had the benefit and privilege to be able to retain a major core of our squad, 13 players - 9 Indians and 4 Overseas players. This is obviously a winning combination, but it's important for us to realize and the players to realize that we expect and they're expected to come in with improvements in their performance. The intent with which we're going to approach this auction is to improve our team, he said. Closing with an acknowledgement of the franchise's loyal supporters, Rangarajan reiterated the side's commitment to delivering an entertaining brand of cricket in WPL 2027. The 12th Man Army has always been there for the team, always supported us through thick and thin. This is obviously a winning combination, but it's important for us to realize and the players to realize that we expect and they're expected to come in with improvements in their performance. The intent with which we're going to approach this auction is to improve our team, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Youth Test: Lakshyas unbeaten double ton puts India u-19 in the box seat
Injured Jos Buttler To Miss England ODI Series In Pakistan
Wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler will miss England's one-day international series in Pakistan after suffering a hamstring injury. Buttler was forced to retire hurt during a one-day international against Sri Lanka at Headingley last week before returning to bat in pain later in the match. The 36-year-old sat out England's 223-run win over Sri Lanka at the Oval on Sunday and will not be fit in time for the tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka in October. Buttler this month became the first England batsman to score 10,000 runs in international white-ball cricket, including both 50-over ODIs and T20 matches. Jos won't be in Pakistan, said England limited-overs coach Brendon McCullum. We know he's an incredible athlete, we know he's supremely fit and an ultra professional, so he'll do everything he can to get back as soon as possible but it's hard to judge how long that will be. It's disappointing not to have Jos but it will be good for us to see where we're at. England are due to play two matches against Pakistan and two against Sri Lanka before a potential final appearance. Buttler's injury is likely to give Jordan Cox another chance to impress as England's wicketkeeper-batsman. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Cox scored 76 from 52 balls against Sri Lanka at the Oval on his return to England's ODI side for the first time since 2024.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Describing player retentions and releases as the most challenging aspect of his job, Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty has said that four-time runners-up will enter the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction with a singular focus on fine-tuning their starting eleven to finally break their finale jinx. New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Describing player retentions and releases as the most challenging aspect of his job, Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty has said that four-time runners-up will enter the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction with a singular focus on fine-tuning their starting eleven to finally break their finale jinx. On the retention deadline day, DC released six players, including big overseas names in South Africa opener Lizelle Lee and Australia leg-spinner Alana King, alongside Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana, wicketkeeper-batter Taniyaa Bhatia, as well as uncapped duo Pragati Singh and Srujana Eddla. It's always a really difficult time of year. Retentions and releases are probably the most challenging part of the job. You obviously want to have the right players in your team and in your squad to give you the best chance of going into the season. Delhi have always been really strong in terms of the quality of the playing eleven to the depth of the squad that we've always had. So for us, going into this retention-release cycle to try and work out how we can improve our starting eleven as a priority is really challenging. We had 11 super players who were in the starting eleven last year, and to try and improve on that is really, really difficult. So we've made some really difficult decisions. There's been a lot of debate and discussion around the management group and our scouts, to come to the point where we've obviously released those six players that we have - it's been a challenging time, said Batty to broadcasters Star Sports during the retentions announcement show on Monday. DC, though, have retained a formidable 13-member squad built around a star-studded core. The side features major international heavyweights in Marizanne Kapp, Laura Wolvaardt, Annabel Sutherland, Chinelle Henry, and Lucy Hamilton. The retained domestic contingent is headlined by skipper Jemimah Rodrigues and explosive opener Shafali Verma, alongside Minnu Mani, Deeya Yadav, Mamatha Madiwala, Nandni Sharma, Niki Prasad, and N Sree Charani. Having suffered heartbreak in all four WPL finals so far, Batty took pride in the team's consistent run to the summit clash while remaining confident that a title breakthrough is right around the corner. We're really proud of the performances that the DC girls have put in over the last four years, and getting to every final, you say it's an incredible achievement. We haven't reached our goal, which is always to try and win the tournament. So hopefully this year we'll get the icing on the cake and get over the line. As for the reasons why we've fallen short in the last couple of years, I don't think there's any set reason. Just on the day, the opposition have outplayed us in all those four finals. I think it's a testament, as you said, to the strength of the team that we keep doing that in terms of getting to the final. The way we've done it each year has been slightly different, he noted. Analysing how the competitive landscape of the WPL has evolved, Batty pointed out that equal squad strengths across franchises made last season's run to the final their toughest yet. Obviously, we were dominant through the first year. In subsequent years, obviously, we had a bit more of a challenge when the teams were more evenly balanced along the way. Last year, I felt that all the teams were the most evenly balanced they had been through the whole tournament. So it was much harder, I felt, for us to get there. We probably played our best game in the Eliminator last year and then obviously fell short in the final again. So we're constantly looking just to tinker and try and improve our starting eleven. But you look at the world-class players we've got within our starting eleven, if you keep getting yourself in finals, at some point you are going to win one, and so hopefully that will be this year, he stated. Batty further praised Jemimah for stepping up admirably and playing a hands-on role in the recruitment and retention decisions alongside the scouting setup. So Jemi obviously stepped in to take the captaincy on with Megs departure the previous year. I thought she went from strength to strength. She learnt a huge amount during the tournament. She was a wonderful captain on and off the field. You would always include your captain and leader in those discussions. She's obviously got a good knowledge of the domestic game as well as obviously the international players we make targets for, and we've always listened to that. The whole recruitment element for Delhi is a real collaboration. So we've got wonderful scouts out there. We've got a really good management group. We've got people behind the scenes who are really well-versed in auction strategy as well, he explained. Batty concluded by pointing out the human side of managing squad transitions ahead of the upcoming auction in Kochi on October 28, where DC will operate with a remaining purse of Rs 1.1 crore. We take all those different thoughts in and make the huge decisions whether to retain or release a player. We've been very good at the recruitment side, and we want to stay good at that. As a coach, it's really tough, obviously, talking to those players that you've released, trying to explain why that might be, and obviously making the players that you've retained very happy. So we want to keep them firing and playing well for Delhi as well.
Najmul Hossain Shanto ruled out of Asian Games due to illness
He has been suffering from fever since his arrival in Nagoya for men's cricket competition
WPL 2027: Every Auction A Fresh Challenge, Goal Is To Build Top Team, Says MI Mentor Jhulan
Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians bowling coach and mentor Jhulan Goswami has stated that player auctions present a unique challenge every season and added that the franchise's core objective remains assembling a top-tier squad capable of fighting for the Women's Premier League (WPL) title. Jhulan's remarks came after two-time champions Mumbai Indians parted ways with six players ahead of the WPL 2027 auction. The released list comprises five Indian players left-arm spinner Saika Ishaque, wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini, seam bowler Kranthi Reddy, batting all-rounder Poonam Khemnar, and left-arm spinner Triveni Vasistha, alongside Australian fast bowler Milly Illingworth. Auctions are always a different challenge for everyone because you don't know which player you are going to meet, but you have to prepare accordingly. So every year is a new challenge, and we try to accept that challenge and make the best team, so that our team is at the top, said Jhulan to broadcasters Star Sports during the retention announcement show on Monday. MI, who missed out on WPL 2026 playoffs, have preserved a formidable core of 11 players, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur. The retained squad features international stars - West Indies captain Hayley Matthews, England skipper Natalie Sciver-Brunt, New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr, South Africa pacer Shabnim Ismail, and Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Nicola Carey. The domestic core retained by the franchise includes seam-bowling all-rounder Amanjot Kaur, whos recovering from a back injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, batting all-rounder Sajeevan Sajana, wicketkeeper-batter Rahila Firdous, off-spin bowling all-rounder Sanskriti Gupta, and left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma. MI, who missed out on WPL 2026 playoffs, have preserved a formidable core of 11 players, led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur. The retained squad features international stars - West Indies captain Hayley Matthews, England skipper Natalie Sciver-Brunt, New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr, South Africa pacer Shabnim Ismail, and Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Nicola Carey. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
WPL Retention 2027: Complete list of players retained and released of all teams
The WPL (Womens Premier League) 2027 season is looming on the horizon; ahead of the new season of the marquee tournament, the WPL is all set to host the mini-auction. The event will be held...
Who Is Vithya Ramraj? Meet The Indian Athlete Who Broke PT Usha
Vithya Ramraj has added another major chapter to her athletics career after winning bronze in the women's 400m hurdles at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. The 28-year-old athlete from Coimbatore clocked a personal best of 54.75 seconds in the final
WPL 2027: RCB release Grace Harris, Linsey Smith; Ellyse Perry confirms availability
Gujarat Giants have let go of Danni Wyatt-Hodge among others
Tom Westley Steps Down As Essex Captain After Six Years
Essex County Cricket Club: Tom Westley has stepped down as captain of Essex County Cricket Club after being in charge for six years, the club confirmed on Monday. Westley took over from Ryan ten Doeschate in January 2020 and will conclude his captaincy after the Glamorgan match. The English top-order batter reflected on his time as captain of the club. Captaincy of Essex has been, and always will be, my greatest honour. It has been a privilege to serve this great Club, and it saddens me that I havent been able to leave it in a better place, Westley said ,as quoted by Essex. Personally, I feel that my biggest value is scoring runs and contributing to Essex victories, something which I havent been able to achieve this year. For that reason, I feel now is the right time for a change and for the Club to explore a new direction. Westley is the longest-serving player of the club currently, having joined the academy in 2003. He made his first-team debut in 2007. It is an all-encompassing role which has been demanding at times, none more so than this current season, for which I will be accountable. No one is more disappointed than I am with the results of the second half of the year, Westley said. Westley is the longest-serving player of the club currently, having joined the academy in 2003. He made his first-team debut in 2007. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Westley went on to win a trophy in his first season as captain, leading Essex to victory in the Bob Willis Trophy final at Lords. Above all, I want to thank my family, who have to carry the highs and lows along with me. Thank you, he added. Article Source: IANS
Malaysia face Bangladesh in Asian Games quarter-final repeat from 2023
The last time these two teams met, Malaysia fell just two runs short
Tom Westley steps down as Essex captain after tough season
Veteran had been at helm since 2020, but resigns with club still in danger of relegation
WPL 2027: MI Let Go Of Kamalini, RCB Release Harris, DC Part Ways With Lee And Rana
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Two-time champions Mumbai Indians have surprisingly parted ways with promising wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini, while titleholders Royal Challengers Bengaluru have released Australias power-hitting batting all-rounder Grace Harris ahead of the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) season. Two-time champions MI, who missed out on playoffs in WPL 2026, made significant changes to their setup by releasing six players in total, after appointing Luke Williams as their new head coach. Alongside Kamalini, who recently won the Asia Cup with India and got the Asian Games gold medal earlier this month in Japan, the franchise also opted to part ways with Australian quick Milly Illingworth, India left-arm spinner Saika Ishaque, as well as uncapped players Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha. Defending champions RCB trimmed their roster by releasing four players. Apart from Harris, the franchise also parted ways with England left-arm spinner Linsey Smith, alongside domestic players Dayalan Hemalatha and Gautami Naik. With Ellyse Perry making herself available for WPL 2027, as per head coach Malolan Rangarajan, it could be a reason behind the two-time winners releasing Grace. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have let go of South Africa opener Lizelle Lee, Australia leg-spinner Alana King, who came as a replacement for Annabel Sutherland, and experienced India off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Wicketkeeper-batter Taniyaa Bhatia, Pragati Singh, and Srujana Eddla were the other players released by DC. UP Warriorz, after consecutive bottom finishes in the WPL, have executed a massive overhaul of their core unit by parting ways with international stars Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, and Amy Jones, as well as India leg-spinner Asha Sobhana, batters Shweta Sehrawat, and Kiran Navgire. Gujarat Giants have released experienced England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge, young India pacer Titas Sadhu, whos been out of action due to a hand injury sustained in WPL 2026, Aayushi Soni, and Shivani Singh ahead of the new season. The five WPL franchises will assemble at the Grand Hyatt in Kochi on October 28 for the player auction to complete their respective squads, with 18 being the maximum number of players they can have. The fifth edition of the WPL will take place from January 14 to February 7, 2027, with venues yet to be announced. WPL 2027 releases list: Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Grace Harris, Linsey Smith, Gautami Naik, and Dayalan Hemalatha Mumbai Indians: G Kamalini, Saika Ishaque, Milly Illingworth, Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha Delhi Capitals: Lizelle Lee, Alana King, Taniyaa Bhatia, Sneh Rana, Pragati Singh, and Eddla Srujana Mumbai Indians: G Kamalini, Saika Ishaque, Milly Illingworth, Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Gujarat Giants: Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Aayushi Soni, Titas Sadhu, and Shivani Singh Article Source: IANS
Buttler out of Pakistan tour, and doubt for Australia, after hamstring injury
McCullum says Cox will be given extended opportunity in veteran's absence, ahead of World Cup
Kagiso Rabada returns as South Africa name preliminary squad for 1st Australia Test
The stage is set for the Test series between South Africa and Australia. After the conclusion of the ODI series, the two sides will lock horns across three Test matches. The first test is slated...
Ryan Campbell steps up as Durham director of cricket following promotion
Former head coach will lead search for his own replacement, as well as open discussions with Stokes over playing future
Rehab Is A Journey, Not Frustration, Missing Competitive Action Made Me Value It More: Sai Sudharsan
CAP Siechem Ground: Known for his obsessive work ethic and unyielding love for spending long hours in the batting nets, India top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan has said his recent injury-enforced spell on the sidelines served as a valuable learning curve rather than a source of frustration. Sudharsan was forced to miss significant red-ball cricket this year due to rib and toe injuries, including missing the tour of Sri Lanka in August. He made a successful return to competitive action with scores of 57 and 39 for India 'A' beating Australia 'A' by 162 runs in the first four-day game at the CAP Siechem Ground. First of all, it (rehab) is not frustrating at all. It's just the journey we are going through. And our body also responds to certain things. It's about that. We are also refining our habits every day. So, it's a good thing. It's a great opportunity to come back and play. When I played on the first day, that's when I felt how badly I missed that feeling of playing inside. So, it was a great opportunity and a good outing as well, Sudharsan was quoted as saying by Cricinfo on Monday. Detailing his tactical approach on a pitch that offered assistance to spinners and seamers, Sudharsan said early length identification and active footwork helped him ace the challenge. It's more of learning how to score runs. The ground does not have a flying outfield. So you got to run a lot. From my mindset, the boundaries were always the other side of the ground. So you had to plan a certain way to score a lot of boundaries this side. And not force so much because that side is anyway very slow. On wickets like these, it's important to put the bowlers on the back foot and keep pressing them. So the options were clear. Maybe the execution could have been better from my side. Both the offspinners bowled very well. The wicket assisted quite a lot. It was about how we use our feet and how we read the length as early as possible and choose the right options, he explained. From my mindset, the boundaries were always the other side of the ground. So you had to plan a certain way to score a lot of boundaries this side. And not force so much because that side is anyway very slow. On wickets like these, it's important to put the bowlers on the back foot and keep pressing them. So the options were clear. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I feel as professionals, or even with a little bit of experience of what we have played in England or in Australia, it helps us to simulate a certain way and understand what is important, what we have to work on, or what we have to touch base before getting into New Zealand. And after that series, there is definitely a good amount of time to prepare for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Ian Bishop heaps massive praise on Virat Kohli after latter's sensational century in first WI ODI
The Indian team got off to a great start to their ODI series against the West Indies. The two sides met at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27. Putting forth a dominant...
Sunil Gavaskar's Warning For Next BCCI Chief Selector As Ajit Agarkar's Tenure Nears End
Ajit Agarkar's tenure as BCCI chief selector, which started in 2023, will end soon. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has said that after October 4, the board will officially declare its next course of action
Playing for numbers never works, aim is always to play for winning matches: Virat Kohli
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 28 (IANS) Talismanic India batter Virat Kohli has stated that chasing personal records can never sustain a long career in international cricket, adding that his sole focus over the years has been to steer the national team to victory from challenging situations. Tearing into the West Indies bowling attack in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium, Kohli breached the 15,000-run mark in ODIs while making an unbeaten 139 - his 55th ton in the format and third-fastest overall. He now stands as only the second player in history to cross 15,000 mens ODI runs after the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Of course, I mean, if you look at it from a numbers perspective, it's a big number. But the goal is simple - to try and make the team win from difficult situations, and different situations. That's what I've tried to do over the years. You can only play for that long if you're looking to make the team win. You can't play for that long for numbers because in need to get numbers, you will compromise on the main goal and you can't play for long in that manner. So I'm lucky to have been in this position for so long. Of course, a big number like that to take it off along the way to another win is quite special, Kohli said in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts on Monday. Speaking on his camaraderie with skipper Shubman Gill, who hit 110, Kohli highlighted his free-flowing nature and the lightness in the team environment with the senior players being at ease. I've known him since the time he came into the team. I've always shared like a very free flowing and a very fun filled camaraderie with him. At the end of the day, you make a conscious effort. Now he's in a leadership position. I've been in that position for a long time and now I'm a senior player. So, when senior players or the leaders in the team are smiling, laughing, keeping the environment light, all the other players feel like, yes, there's no problem. Like, even if it's a big pressure game, everyone's laughing. So it just relaxes all the other guys because we are not taking pressure. We are showing that it's fine. We can smile and have a good laugh, but be professional on the field, he elaborated. Detailing the secret of their partnerships being successful, Kohli noted that mutual understanding simplifies their communication while batting together. When you bat with a player like that, we don't talk much about the match we talk about the other and different things because he knows what to do and I know what to do. Sometimes on the basis of experience, or in some areas, if he's trying to hit, then I can chip in and say, maybe not this, maybe this. But more interactions happen on the field while we are fielding to bounce off ideas because the captain can have a lot of stuff going on. But batting with him, you don't need to say much because he knows what to do. Of course, he's got great skill. In the presentation, he was asking me, how do you feel batting with him? So I said, there's a reason why he's leading the team because he has the right perspective to look at the game in a way that he can make the team win, he added. Meanwhile, Gill expressed delight at being at the non-strikers end when his idol Kohli breached the historic 15,000 runs milestone. Very happy - growing up, I never thought I'll be alongside Virat bhai when he completes his 15,000 runs in ODIs. From watching him and idolising him, seeing what makes him so special and then being on the crease with him and sharing those moments, I think the journey has been great so far and hopefully it's going to be even better memories that we share. We can all see how much Virat bhai is enjoying his betting right now and I think whether be the banter on the field or off the field, the ease and the confidence that he's batting with right now, it also translates from off field to on field, he concluded.
Mohammad Rizwan In Trouble? Report Reveals New Twist In Betting Probe Investigation
Former Pakistan captain and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has allegedly failed to cooperate with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in its ongoing probe involving him and fellow batter Imam-ul-Haq.
Future Generations Will Truly Value Kohlis Legacy Only After He Retires: Bishop
Former West Indies: Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop believes the cricketing fraternity will only fully grasp the sheer magnitude of Virat Kohlis monumental achievements once the Indian batting maestro calls time on his illustrious playing career. Tearing into the West Indies bowling attack at the Greenfield International Stadium to give India a comfortable eight-wicket victory in the series opener, Kohli breached the 15,000-run mark in ODIs while making an unbeaten 139 on Sunday, while bringing up his 55th ton in the format - his third-fastest overall. He now stands as only the second player in history to cross 15,000 mens ODI runs after the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. You have to love what you do to evolve as he has done over such a long period of time. I think this puts him in a rarefied atmosphere, given that he has achieved 15,000 runs in 74 fewer innings than the great Sachin Tendulkar, whom I hold in high regard, having played against him. Where his legacy will end, he certainly has to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, batter in this format of the game. I mean, this is extraordinary. A lot of these fans watching on television and here on the ground appreciate it, but I dont think we will fully appreciate it until some time after he concludes his playing days, Bishop said on JioHotstar. Bishop, the acclaimed commentator, was particularly left in awe of Kohli's unmatched consistency and his legendary prowess in acing run-chases. Virat is different in that respect, the appetite that he has for runs, his calculation of how to chase a total, I think that is unsurpassed in this game. Virat has a sense of occasion that he may not confess to, but again, that's his evolution. I still cant believe 15,000... I know Sachin got there, but thats a heck of a lot of runs. So, if I had flowers right now, Id give them to him because he certainly deserves his flowers, he added. Calling on the younger generation of cricketers to draw inspiration from Kohlis work ethics, Bishop urged players across all disciplines to step outside their comfort zones and constantly refine their skills, regardless of age or experience. Its something that were all very aware of, because I have grown tired of hearing players say, This is the way I play, and people outside the game saying, When you reach a certain age, you cant learn new tricks. Calling on the younger generation of cricketers to draw inspiration from Kohlis work ethics, Bishop urged players across all disciplines to step outside their comfort zones and constantly refine their skills, regardless of age or experience. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories It shows that where there is a will, many times, if youre smart enough, you will find a way. And if any cricketer can take anything away from this, that is what I want them to remember: dont stay in your comfort zone. Batter, bowler, fielder, captain, get out of your comfort zone, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Rabada Named In SA Preliminary Squad For First Test Against Australia; Nortje, Ackerman Called Up
Cricket South Africa: Ace speedster Kagiso Rabada has been named in South Africa's preliminary 18-member Test squad for the first Test against Australia starting on October 9 in Durban. Rabada, who is currently working his way back from a hamstring injury suffered during winter training this year, will have his match fitness evaluated during an intra-squad two-day game next week to determine his availability for the opening Test set to happen at Kingsmead. But Rabadas fellow seamers Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman, and Kwena Maphaka are all sidelined from selection due to their respective hamstring issues. The injury crisis has opened the door for tearaway quick Anrich Nortje to be included in the squad. Nortje is in line to play his first red-ball match for the Proteas since March 2023 despite no longer holding a central contract with Cricket South Africa (CSA). Joining Nortje in a seven-man pace attack are Gerald Coetzee, who makes his Test return after nearly two years, and veteran Dane Paterson, alongside regular all-round options Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, and Wiaan Mulder. Having a larger bowling group gives us the flexibility to cover all bases. We have different options across the squad and the next week will give us an opportunity to determine which combinations are best suited to the conditions. We also want to give Kagiso every chance of being available for selection for the first Test, and the two-day game will give us a clearer picture of where he is in terms of his match readiness, said head coach Shukri Conrad in a statement. The squad features a solitary new face in 30-year-old top-order batter Marques Ackerman, who earned his maiden Test call-up on the back of a prolific run for South Africa 'A', where he piled up over 1,000 runs across his last 10 first-class outings at a staggering average of 82.92, including hitting a career-best 256 against Bangladesh 'A' in August. Ackerman is expected to compete with Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, and Mulder for a spot in the top three. Meanwhile, middle-order batter David Bedingham retained his place following twin centuries for Western Province in domestic cricket, while young sensation Dewald Brevis missed out despite being part of the squad that won a Test series in India last year. Weve selected a preliminary squad because we have an extended build-up to the first Test, with the group getting together in Durban on 1 October. Well have a couple of training days, a two-day intra-squad match and scenario-based training, which will give us an opportunity to assess the group and conditions before settling on our final 15. On the batting front, weve stuck with our core group. Its great to have Marques in the squad. The way he has led the SA A side, both as captain and through his performances with the bat, has earned him this opportunity. Were looking forward to having him in the Test environment, added Conrad. Weve selected a preliminary squad because we have an extended build-up to the first Test, with the group getting together in Durban on 1 October. Well have a couple of training days, a two-day intra-squad match and scenario-based training, which will give us an opportunity to assess the group and conditions before settling on our final 15. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories South Africa preliminary squad for first Test: Temba Bavuma (captain), Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kyle Verreynne. Article Source: IANS
Bishnoi reveals why Asian Games medal feels special
Indian leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi shares his unique experience at the Asian Games, highlighting the distinct feeling of winning medals for India compared to trophies for the BCCI. He also discusses the team's accommodation and travel, and their desire to explore other sports.
Kuldeep Yadav Is A Gun Bowler, Stemmed The Flows Of Runs From The Outset: Varun Aaron
Greenfield International Stadium: Former India fast bowler Varun Aaron has hailed Kuldeep Yadav as a high-calibre gun bowler, asserting that the left-arm wrist-spinner's ability to dry up the runs right from the start broke the back of the West Indies innings in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium. Kuldeep's match-winning spell of 4-40 in his allotted ten overs was a masterclass in varying his pace and variations on a batting-friendly black soil pitch and took home the Player of the Match award in Indias comfortable eight-wicket victory and take a 1-0 lead in the three-game series. That should have never been the case, Kuldeep getting dropped and not getting opportunities. He is a gun bowler. Hes a wicket-taker, and hes a match-winner. On that wicket, to get that kind of turn and bounce is not easy at all. We heard Shai Hope saying that they were at least 60 or 70 runs short. So, on a wicket that flat, Kuldeep Yadav has delivered the goods, not just with his wickets, but also with his economy. He stemmed the flow of runs right from the outset. And after that, the moment he got those two or three wickets, I think West Indies were on the back foot, said Aaron on JioHotstar. Shifting his focus to veteran opener Rohit Sharma, who made 32 before being dismissed by Alzarri Joseph, Aaron felt his initial strokeplay was sublime. He has been in scintillating form. The way he started the innings was absolutely sublime. Shubman Gill got a chance, but Rohit Sharma was chanceless up until that ball. He would really be annoyed with himself to get out on this wicket in that fashion, because that wasnt a very good delivery. It was a half-volley on his legs, he could have done anything with it, but he hit it straight down the square legs throat, he observed. Shifting his focus to veteran opener Rohit Sharma, who made 32 before being dismissed by Alzarri Joseph, Aaron felt his initial strokeplay was sublime. He has been in scintillating form. The way he started the innings was absolutely sublime. Shubman Gill got a chance, but Rohit Sharma was chanceless up until that ball. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories At the end of the day, both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are looking in great form. I think were in good hands. Our openers are really good, and our number three has obviously shown us in this game what he can do, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Rabada in South Africa's preliminary squad for Australia Tests
Fast bowler's fitness will be assessed in an intra-squad match before the series
When P T Usha Met Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha met the Indian men's cricket team in Nagoya, expressing her pride and wishing them well for their Asian Games campaign.
Nitish Kumar Reddy becomes first Andhra fast bowler to lead Indias pace attack
The 23-year-old from Gajuwaka shares the new ball with Prasidh Krishna, recovers from an 18-run first over and takes a wicket in the final over
Asian Games 2026: Ankita-Rutuja pair bow out; rain pushes Nagals match to September 29
The Indian pair lost 7-5 3-6 5-10 to the Kazakh duo in a contest that went down to the deciding match tie-break.
Molineux Injury Cloud Hangs Over Australias Bangladesh ODI Series
National Cricket League: Australia could be without captain Sophie Molineux for their upcoming three-match ODI assignment against Bangladesh after the all-rounder suffered a hip injury. Molineux was left out of Victorias squad for the opening round of the Womens National Cricket League, which begins tomorrow, adding uncertainty to her availability for Australias next international campaign. The national squad for the Bangladesh series is expected to be announced on Wednesday. The three ODIs are scheduled to be played in Brisbane on October 9, 11 and 14. A Cricket Australia spokesperson confirmed that Molineux is being monitored but stopped short of putting a definitive timeline on her recovery. Sophie has an injury to her hip joint and her involvement in the upcoming series will continue to be assessed, a CA spokesperson was quoted as saying by Cricinfo. The latest setback is another interruption in what has been an injury-affected period of Molineuxs career. A back problem disrupted the beginning of her tenure as Australia captain earlier this year and forced her to miss the West Indies tour as a bowler, although she featured as a batter. She subsequently returned to an all-round role at the T20 World Cup, where Australia successfully defended their title under her leadership. Reflecting on the difficulties she has faced with injuries, Molineux recently said, I suppose the injuries have taken up a large chunk of the last few years for me, Molineux told Cricinfo recently. But the lessons that you learn from going through it just make me really grateful to be sitting here today with some pretty special memories under my belt. Australia face a packed international schedule in the coming months. The Bangladesh ODIs will be followed by three T20Is against New Zealand in October, before New Zealand return in March for a three-match ODI series. The latter assignment comes after the inaugural Champions Trophy in India. Should Molineux be unavailable, Australia have established leadership alternatives in Tahlia McGrath and Ashleigh Gardner, who were appointed joint vice-captains earlier this year. McGrath led Australia during the West Indies tour in Molineuxs absence, although she did not feature in the playing XI during the T20 World Cup. Gardner, meanwhile, retained the boards backing as vice-captain in August after Cricket Australia addressed her relationship with Georgia Voll, following the breakdown of Gardners marriage. McGrath led Australia during the West Indies tour in Molineuxs absence, although she did not feature in the playing XI during the T20 World Cup. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I am grateful that the CA Board has chosen to support my continued leadership. I look forward to playing a strong role as a leader and providing the best possible support for my teammates in the season to come. Article Source: IANS
The hunger in Virat Kohli is evident in the way the batting maestro is peaking ahead of the 2027 World Cup
Asian Games 2026: Indian cricket team advance to semis after Afghanistan QF abandoned
The defending champion side made it to the last four as it is ranked No.1 in the ICC T20I rankings while Afghanistan is currently placed 10th
'Clarity within the team': Prasidh reveals his success key
Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna discusses the factors behind his impressive performance, including team clarity, effective communication, and the healthy competition for World Cup spots. He highlights his rapport with fellow bowlers and the positive impact of pushing each other to improve.
'What Can Youth Learn From Virat Kohli?'
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has lauded Virat Kohli's exceptional form in ODIs, highlighting his fitness, hunger, dedication, and consistency as qualities for youth to emulate. Kaif recalled how Kohli overcame criticism after a lean patch to score over 900 runs in 11 innings, including four centuries, and recently achieved a record-breaking 139 not out against West Indies, surpassing 15,000 ODI runs.
Asian Games: Indian men's team in cricket semis after washout
The Indian men's cricket team has advanced to the Asian Games semi-final after their quarter-final match against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain, with India progressing based on their superior ICC T20I ranking.
Amid 2027 ODI World Cup Spot Race, Star Pacer's Positive Outlook Wins Hearts
Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna, who delivered a strong two-wicket spell against West Indies in the first T20I, said that clarity within the team and in himself as to what needs to be done, and good communication within the team, have helped him thrive as a bowler this year.
It mirrored the outcome of the first quarterfinal between Pakistan and Hong Kong, China, which was also abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain as the Nisshin weather played spoilsport.
India vs West Indies 1st ODI: Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill centuries power India to eight-wicket win
India take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. A comfortable win in the end for the men in blue. With the ball, they fought back after West Indies made a great start. With the bat, India always looked in total control.
The Asian Games 2026 cricket campaign was all set to begin for the Indian mens cricket team. The Men in Blue were slated to take on Afghanistan in the quarter-final of the event at the...
Virat Kohli has become only the second batter to reach 15,000 ODI runs, getting there 74 innings faster than Sachin Tendulkar. He reached the landmark in 46 balls against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.
Asian Games: India Men Qualify For Cricket SF After Rain Abandons Afghanistan Quarterfinal
Karogi Sports Park: Rain washed out the second quarterfinal between India and Afghanistan at the Karogi Sports Park here on Monday, with India advancing to the Asian Games semifinals as the higher-ranked team. It mirrored the outcome of the first quarterfinal between Pakistan and Hong Kong, China, which was also abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain as the Nisshin weather played spoilsport with Pakistan qualifying for the semis. It had rained on the eve of the quarterfinal too, and the heavens opened up once again on the match day too. The Pakistan-Hong Kong, China game was scheduled to start at 5:30 AM IST, but it was abandoned without a toss due to rain. The India-Afghanistan clash was slated to be held at 10:30 AM IST with the toss at 10 AM IST, but the relentless rain since morning washed that game out too. India and Pakistan were the higher-ranked teams in the ICC rankings against their respective opponents and made it to the next stage. India are ranked No.1 in the world, while Afghanistan are the 10th-ranked side. Pakistan are placed sixth in the team rankings, while Hong Kong, China are ranked 24th. India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer was also asked about the rain threat, but he kept his focus largely on the game ahead of the quarterfinal. Yes, rain is there, but that is the reason we can't give up because we have decided that we are a bunch of professionals and all these hurdles will keep coming. We have to be prepared mentally irrespective of whatever the situation is going to be. So a decent warm-up or a little knocking practice we got today, and tomorrow we will try to adapt to the wicket. We will see how the weather is here tomorrow, but that is secondary. The primary importance is to come and play the match, Shreyas told reporters in a press conference on Sunday. India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer was also asked about the rain threat, but he kept his focus largely on the game ahead of the quarterfinal. Yes, rain is there, but that is the reason we can't give up because we have decided that we are a bunch of professionals and all these hurdles will keep coming. We have to be prepared mentally irrespective of whatever the situation is going to be. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The QFs are scheduled to take place on Tuesday, while the semifinals will be held on Thursday. Article Source: IANS
David Boon Named Interim Cricket Australia Chair As Mike Baird Steps Down Amid BBL Dispute
Cricket Australia chair Mike Baird announced he was standing down on Monday amid a backlash over the partial privatisation of the Big Bash Twenty20 competition. Domestic body Cricket NSW withdrew support for Baird after Cricket Australia forged ahead with the sale of the struggling Melbourne Renegades franchise. After much consideration I have decided to stand down as CA Chair and Director, Baird said in a statement. I believe Australian cricket continues to be well lead by the CA Board. Baird will leave the role after Cricket Australia's annual meeting in late October. Cricket Australia has named former Test opener David Boon as Baird's interim replacement. Renowned for his bushy moustache, Boon is something of a cult figure in Australian cricketing circles. Boon's teammates once claimed he downed 52 cans of beer on a flight between Australia and England in the late 1980s. Following his playing career, Boon has held positions as a national team selector and state cricket administrator. It is an enormous honour to take the role of Interim CA Chair during what is a hugely exciting and also challenging time for cricket, Boon said. Cricket Australia has courted private investment in the domestic Twenty20 competition as it looks to shore up the game's financial future. But privatisation has been a thorny issue. An initial proposal to sell stakes in each of the BBL's eight teams stalled earlier this year amid concerns about a loss of control for the game's local custodians. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories While the Victoria, Western Australia and Tasmania cricket associations voiced support and South Australia said it was open to the idea, New South Wales and Queensland rejected the move.
Washout against Afghanistan sends India into semi-finals
Persistent rain and a damp outfield forced the abandonment of the quarter-final 16 minutes before the scheduled toss
Ex-Test Batter David Boon Named CA Interim Chair As Baird Steps Down
Annual General Meeting: Former Test batter David Boon has been appointed Cricket Australia (CA) Interim Chair with serving chair Mike Baird notified the CA Board he would not seek reappointment and would stand down from the role at next month's Annual General Meeting. Cricket Australia said the process to appoint a Cricket Australia chair will take place in the months after the AGM. Baird has served on the CA Board for six years and has been chair since February 2023. After much consideration I have decided to stand down as CA Chair and Director. I am delighted that David Boon has agreed to undertake the Interim Chair role while we complete the formal Chair process. I will undertake a transition process with David over coming weeks. I have been incredibly proud to play a role in the oversight of cricket on the CNSW Board and, over the last six years, the CA Board, including almost four as Chair, Baird said. Meanwhile, Boon was appointed to the CA Board in February 2025 after serving as Cricket Tasmania director for nine years on the Cricket Tasmania Board, including three years as Chair. Boon has a wealth of experience as an international player and administrator and served as an ICC Match Referee before taking his place on the CA Board. Previously, he was Cricket Tasmanias General Manager of Cricket and a member of the Australian selection panel from 2000-2011. It is an enormous honour to take the role of Interim CA Chair during what is a hugely exciting and also challenging time for cricket, Boon said in a statement shared by Cricket Australia. I look forward to leading the CA Board as we continue to make decisions that ensure the long-term health and prosperity of the game here and advancing Australias interests globally. Boon has a wealth of experience as an international player and administrator and served as an ICC Match Referee before taking his place on the CA Board. Previously, he was Cricket Tasmanias General Manager of Cricket and a member of the Australian selection panel from 2000-2011. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Mikes efforts to lead Australian Cricket, confront the many difficult decisions facing cricket and his influential role at the ICC should be appreciated by everyone throughout the game. Article Source: IANS
India vs Afghanistan LIVE Score, Asian Games 2026: Weather Threat Looms Over India's Asiad Opener
India vs Afghanistan LIVE Score, Asian Games 2026: With all eyes on the weather, India open their men's cricket campaign at Asian Games 2026 with quarterfinal match against Afghanistan on Monday in Nisshin.
'There is clarity within the team, there is clarity in me' - Prasidh on his growth as a bowler
The fast bowler is relishing leading an inexperienced pace attack in the ODI series against West Indies
India vs Afghanistan Live Streaming Asian Games 2026 Men's Cricket Quarter-Final: India men's cricket team is all set to face Afghanistan in the quarterfinal match at Asian Games 2026 on Monday.
Pakistan through to Asian Games semi-finals after washout against Hong Kong
Pakistan qualified on the basis of being the higher ranked team over Hong Kong
Asian Games: Pakistan Advance To Semis After Persistent Rain Washes Out QF Against Hong Kong
Korogi Sports Park: Pakistan have advanced to the Asian Games semifinal without taking the field in their men's cricket quarterfinal match against Hong Kong as relentless rain played spoilsport, and the match has been abandoned without a ball being bowled here at the Korogi Sports Park on Monday. With the washout, Pakistan progressed to the semi-finals by virtue of their higher ICC T20I ranking, while Hong Kong bowed out without getting an opportunity to take the field. Pakistan will next take on the winners of Tuesday's quarterfinal between Bangladesh and Malaysia. Pakistan and Hong Kong had met twice in this format, in the 2022 Asia Cup and 2023 Asian Games, with Pakistan winning both. Hong Kong reached the quarter-finals after winning one of their two group games. Pakistan, meanwhile, came straight in the quarter-finals after receiving the bye in the first and were the strong favourites with the new-look side under a new captain Sahibzada Farhan. As per the format, India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh got a first round bye and are straight to the quarter-final phase. The six lowest-seeded teams were split into two groups of three, with the top two teams in each progressing to the knockout stages. In the second quarterfinal of the day, India and Afghanistan will lock horns for a place in the semifinals. However, weather forecasts predict showers . As per AccuWeather, there are 69% chances of precipitation at 8 AM local time, which goes to 70% at 9 AM, the scheduled start of the first QF. The rain chances stay at 49% at 10 AM (local), 75% at 11 AM and 71% at 12 noon. The precipitation chances slip to 40% at 1 PM (local), the scheduled time for the India-Afghanistan toss, while they remain at 34% at 2 PM and 40% at 3 PM before a marginal increase to 58% at 4 PM local. They remain at 49% at 5 PM, 60% at 6 PM and 49% at 7 PM local time. In case the heavens open and wash the match out, India will be declared the winner against Afghanistan, as they are the higher-ranked T20I teams than their opponents. The precipitation chances slip to 40% at 1 PM (local), the scheduled time for the India-Afghanistan toss, while they remain at 34% at 2 PM and 40% at 3 PM before a marginal increase to 58% at 4 PM local. They remain at 49% at 5 PM, 60% at 6 PM and 49% at 7 PM local time. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories In 2023 Hangzhou, India had claimed gold by virtue of their higher seeding than gold medal match adversaries Afghanistan, after the final was washed out by rain. Article Source: IANS
Historic! 6 ODI Centuries In A Day!
Sunday, September 27, 2026, witnessed an unprecedented event in international cricket as six centuries were scored across three One-Day Internationals, marking a historic first for the sport.
Baird resigns as Cricket Australia chair amid BBL fallout
David Boon will take the role in an interim capacity at the AGM in late October while a long-term successor is appointed
Czech Republic beat Ukraine for 12th Billie Jean King title
The Czech Republic secured their 12th Billie Jean King Cup title by defeating Ukraine 2-0 in the final. Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova delivered dominant singles victories, with Muchova sweeping Anhelina Kalinina and Noskova overcoming Elina Svitolina. This victory marks the Czechs' first title since 2018, solidifying their position as the second-most successful nation in the competition's history.
England brace for challenging winter after turbulent summer
England cricket experienced a turbulent home summer marked by Ben Stokes's unexpected retirement, the sacking of Test coach Brendon McCullum, and several off-field disciplinary incidents. Despite these challenges, the team achieved mixed results in various formats. They are now preparing for a demanding winter schedule, with Stephen Fleming taking over as the new Test coach, aiming for a more measured approach.
IND vs AFG: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Quarter-final, Asian Games 2026
IND vs AFG Quarterfinal,Approaching Milestones and Records :The Indian cricket team and the Afghanistan cricket team will be up against each other in the second quarterfinal of the Asian Games 2026. This match will be played at Korogi Sports Club in Nisshin on September 28 at 10:30 AM IST. Both teams will be aiming to get a win here. The semifinal spot is on the line, as the winner will move one step closer to the gold medal. India have a very strong side, and they beat Afghanistan's full-strength side earlier this month. But the way the match against Japan ended, there will surely be some talks in the camp to not take Afghanistan lightly. India are expected to win this game and Afghanistan have a really good spin unit. Surely the pressure will be on. The weather forecast is another issue, but one thing is guaranteed: if the match happens, we will see some big records getting broken. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the IND vs AFG quarter-final at Korogi Sports Club in Nisshin. IND vs AFG: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the IND vs AFG quarter-final at Korogi Sports Club 42 - Abhishek Sharma will carry a terrific form in the Asian Games 2026. He has scored 1858 runs in just 59 T20Is and needs 42 more runs to surpass Chris Gayle (1899) in the run-scoring chart. 21 - Indian captain Shreyas Iyer is just 21 runs away from completing 1500 T20I runs in his career. 3 - Najibullah Zadran has hit 97 sixes in T20Is. He needs three sixes to reach 100 T20I sixes. He will be only the third Afghan batter to do so. 5 - Arshdeep Singh is the leading wicket-taker for India (140) in T20Is. He needs five more wickets to enter the top ten wicket-takers in T20Is. 6 - Sanju Samson scored two consecutive half-centuries in the series against Afghanistan. He has hit 94 sixes in T20Is and needs six sixes more to reach 100 sixes. 49 - Shreyas Iyer has 7451 runs in T20 cricket and needs 49 more to reach 7500 T20 runs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories 66 - Tilak Varma is 66 runs away from completing 5000 T20 runs in his career.
Pakistan vs Hong Kong Live Score, Asian Games 2026 Men's Cricket Quarter-Final
Pakistan vs Hong Kong Live Score: Rain threat looms over the first quarterfinal of the Asian Games 2026 men's cricket competition between Pakistan and Hong Kong.
Digital Desk | Kataka, Sep 27 (IANS) Sambalpur Warriors registered a convincing eight-wicket victory over Puri Titans in the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy at the Barabati Stadium, with Shantanu Mishra and Soumya R Lenka guiding the side to a successful chase of 164. Batting first, Puri Titans posted 163/7 in their allotted 20 overs after recovering from an early setback through a crucial partnership between Adithya Rout and Swayam Srivastava. The pair added 73 runs for the second wicket to steady the innings and lay the foundation for a competitive total. Srivastava scored 27 off 23 deliveries, while Rout continued to find the boundaries and top-scored with a fluent 75 off 50 balls. Sarbeswar Mohanty provided a late boost with 20 off 13 deliveries to help Puri finish strongly. In reply, Sambalpur Warriors also lost an early wicket but recovered through Shantanu Mishra and OM T Munde, who stitched together a 64-run partnership for the second wicket. Munde contributed 28 off 21 deliveries before being dismissed, but Shantanu continued to anchor the chase. Soumya R Lenka joined Shantanu and ensured the Warriors maintained control of the innings. With 16 runs required from the final two overs, the pair kept their composure and took Sambalpur across the finish line without further loss. Shantanu remained unbeaten on 78 off 59 deliveries, while Soumya provided an aggressive finish with an unbeaten 38 off 20 balls. Sambalpur completed the chase with more than an over to spare, securing two valuable points at the Barabati Stadium that has hosted international matches in the past. Reflecting on the victory and his performance, player of the match Shantanu Mishra said, It feels great to contribute to such an important win for the team. We knew Puri had put up a competitive total, so it was important for us to build partnerships and keep the chase under control. Soumya played a very important role towards the end, and Im happy we could finish the game strongly. These are crucial points for us, and hopefully we can carry this momentum into our upcoming matches.
BCB launches franchise-based all-format competition in domestic cricket
The tournament, called D3, will feature six franchises who will play three tournaments - first-class, List A and T20 - each season
Miller, Bavuma tons as SA whip Aus to seal ODI series
Australia's middle-order batting struggles, particularly against spin, led to their ODI series defeat against South Africa. Despite strong starts from openers, the team consistently faltered in the middle overs, a concern acknowledged by captain Mitch Marsh as a crucial learning experience ahead of the 2027 Cricket World Cup.
India will meet Afghanistan in the Asian Games quarter-finals, with a vastly different experience level separating the two sides. The defending champions arrive with a full-strength squad, while Afghanistan have brought a largely inexperienced group...
Pakistan vs Hong Kong Live Streaming Asian Games 2026 Men's Cricket Quarter-Final Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Tom Banton hits maiden ODI century as England beat Sri Lanka by 223 runs to seal ODI series 2-1
England beat Sri Lanka by 223 runs to complete a 2-1 series victory in ODIs . The batters, particularly Tom Banton, set the tone before the bowlers produced a ruthless show to dismantle the visitors at The Oval on Sunday evening.
1st ODI: Felt Awkward Receiving Player Of The Match Award After Virat Bhai's Knock, Says Kuldeep
Kuldeep Yadav: Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Sunday admitted he felt awkward accepting the Player of the Match award ahead of Virat Kohli, even though his four-wicket haul had pulled India back into the first ODI against the West Indies here, as they eventually won by eight wickets. The wrist-spinner returned figures of 4-40 in his allocated ten overs and played a pivotal role in derailing the West Indies run-making in the middle overs. Kuldeep broke a 135-run opening stand by dismissing John Campbelll and then removed skipper Shai Hope, centurion Justin Greaves and Jewel Andrew to peg West Indies back. Kohli then smashed an unbeaten 139 off 88 balls, including crossing the 15,000 runs mark and skipper Shubman Gill made 110, with Kuldeep said their batting was what he enjoyed most about the day. I actually loved the batting from Shubman and Virat bhai, it was a special inning from them. It feels awkward to receive the Man of the Match award seeing the way Virat batted, it was an outstanding inning, Kuldeep said at the post-match presentation ceremony. Talking about his own spell, the left-arm wrist-spinner said everything had clicked in his favour. I think personally I like my rhythm, to be very honest. I was very calm in my rhythm and just trying to bowl whatever I felt like bowling, just varying the pace, variations were superb, just reading the batters, where they're going to hit me, and yeah, I bowled very, very, very good in rhythm. Kuldeep has been in and out of the Indian side, and didnt play the ODI series in England in July. He added that a spell like this goes a long way in restoring belief in his abilities. It always feels nice when you enjoy your bowling and that's where you achieve your best. When you are enjoying your bowling, when you are a bit relaxed as well, and then your performance comes at peak. So, sometimes it feels to get that confidence back, you have to have a bowling spell like this, definitely, you grow your confidence. Kuldeep has been in and out of the Indian side, and didnt play the ODI series in England in July. He added that a spell like this goes a long way in restoring belief in his abilities. It always feels nice when you enjoy your bowling and that's where you achieve your best. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I personally feel there's still a chance to improve, and I'm going to stick with the same rhythm, that's the most important thing. Even if I play any format, it's just about you feeling comfortable in your rhythm and in your flow. Article Source: IANS
SA vs AUS 2nd ODI: Temba Bavuma, David Miller Hit Centuries As South Africa Clinch Series
Centuries by Temba Bavuma and David Miller set up a series-clinching 32-run win for South Africa in the second one-day international against Australia at the Wanderers Stadium on Sunday. It was South Africas sixth successive one-day series win against Australia since 2016/17. Captain Bavuma hit 103 and Miller slammed 142 to propel South Africa to 365 for nine after they were sent in to bat for the second time in the series. It was an overall good team performance, Bavuma said at the post-match presentation. It was tricky batting upfront but we were able to handle that challenge. It was an unbelievable performance by David, then the bowlers did well. They held their nerve, we knew they would put us under pressure. Australian captain Mitchell Marsh acknowledged his teams failure to build on a good start by Travis Head and himself. Marsh and Head both hit 84 but as in the first match Australia struggled in the middle overs against South Africas spinners. They were bowled out for 333 despite some powerful late hitting by Xavier Bartlett, who made 50 off 28 balls. Its really disappointing, said Marsh. We havent been able to execute in those middle phases, which is a great learning curve for some of our younger guys. But credit to South Africa, who bowled well in those phases. Bavuma and Miller shared a fourth wicket stand of 156 off 135 balls with Bavuma batting solidly while the left-handed Miller made a career-best score off just 93 balls, hitting 12 fours and nine sixes. It was the eighth one-day international century by the 37-year-old Miller and his fourth against Australia. They bring out the best in the guys, said Miller. Its good to compete against the best in the world. It was South Africas pink day with the players wearing pink to raise awareness of breast cancer. Instead of their own names the players wore the names of cancer survivors on their backs and Miller wore the name of his mother, Jenny. Shes been through a lot and it was nice to represent my mom and everything shes been through, he said. With high totals a regular occurrence at the Wanderers, Australia seemed well on the way to chasing down the target as Marsh and Head put on 130 for the first wicket inside 17 overs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The match changed when Marsh was bowled by Fortuin and the innings gradually lost momentum against a three-pronged spin attack, with left-armers Keshav Maharaj and Bjorn Fortuin and off-spinner Aiden Markram all bowling their full quota of ten overs.
Virat Kohli's 15,000-run ODI milestone may have put him in an elite club alongside Sachin Tendulkar, but the star batter insisted personal landmarks have never been his focus as he underlined his enduring hunger to up the ante for the team.
'I Just Want to Express Myself': How Kohli Reinvented His Batting
Virat Kohli, after becoming the second batter to reach 15,000 ODI runs and scoring his 55th ton, stated that personal milestones are not his primary focus.
1st ODI: Let Kohli Be Himself And He Will Win Matches For You, Says Shubman Gill
Greenfield International Stadium: India captain Shubman Gill on Sunday said the best way to get the most out of Virat Kohli is to let him be himself, after the talismanic batters unbeaten 139 off 88 balls powered India to an eight-wicket win over West Indies in the first ODI here at the Greenfield International Stadium. Gill made 110 and shared a 151-run stand with Kohli, who hit an unbeaten 139 off 88 balls, including crossing the 15,000 runs mark in the format, as India chased down 296 with 50 balls to spare and go 1-0 up in the three-match series. Honestly when I got out, I thought I should have finished the game. But it was a satisfying innings for me. He's batting superbly and I think he's enjoying the game a lot more, playing with freedom, those are the facts of his batting and he always had the game, the ability to clear the boundary at will, he's doing that right now. Someone like him, who's won so many games for India, you let him be and on the day he will win the matches for you, said Gill in the post-match presentation ceremony on Sunday. He also lauded wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, whose 4-40 pulled India back into the game after West Indies openers Justin Greaves and John Campbell had put on 135 runs for the opening stand. Someone like Kuldeep, especially in the middle overs if he is bowling well, he is a wicket-taker. We were on the backfoot with their opening partnership, he got us back in the game, at one point it looked like keeping them to 300 was great. Gill also said India were still looking for more depth in the batting. Ideally, yes, we would like an eighth batting option: someone who can contribute at least 20-30 runs. We weren't able to get the scores we wanted, but we are open to trying different combinations to see what works for us. West Indies captain Shai Hope admitted that the visitors failed to make the most of a strong start. For sure, we could definitely put more runs on the board. When you come in on surfaces such as good surfaces here in India, you have to make sure you put a good score on the board. Maybe 60 to 80 runs short, to be fair. But then in the way you're bowling, when you're trying to defend a target, close to 290, I think you gotta make sure everything goes right for you. West Indies were going at more than seven an over at one stage before Kuldeep's spell derailed them, and Hope agreed the middle overs cost them. That's it - when you got a platform like that, I thought the guys started really well. It's something that we were trying to improve on a lot for the last couple of series, the opening pair and must commend the guys for the start they gave us. They laid a very good foundation, but then we got stuck there in the middle and then it made it a lot more difficult for us in the back end to get a competitive total. Well again, we just got to grasp those key moments. Like I said, if we got a bit more runs, you never know, it could have changed the context of the game, he added. Hope also pointed out the dropped catches of Gill on 11 and of Kohli on 125. Also we had a couple of chances when we fielded, so we never knew what could happen there with that 290 score. They laid a very good foundation, but then we got stuck there in the middle and then it made it a lot more difficult for us in the back end to get a competitive total. Well again, we just got to grasp those key moments. Like I said, if we got a bit more runs, you never know, it could have changed the context of the game, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Greaves, who struck a maiden ODI hundred, did not take the field during India's chase, and Hope was unsure of the extent of the problem. Hopefully (hes fine). We've got to see now what's going on, but it's unfortunate he couldn't finish the game for us today. Asked about the remaining two ODIs and his own record in India, Hope was brief. Yes, for sure, I need some (runs). Article Source: IANS
'Feels awkward to receive POTM' - Kuldeep Yadav reacts to Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill's century
Chasing 295 runs against West Indies, India captain Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli played some meticulous cricket, scoring a century each. Gill initially stitched a partnership of 74 runs with Rohit Sharma before Kohli joined...
Achievements Come Along, Milestones Never My Focus: Kohli On Crossing 15,000 ODI Runs
Greenfield International Stadium: Talismanic batter Virat Kohli on Sunday said milestones have never been his focus and that he is excited to unlock a new version of himself at this stage of his career, after becoming only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to complete 15,000 ODI runs. The 37-year-old, who got to the landmark faster than anyone in mens ODI, smashed an unbeaten 139 off 88 balls his 55th ODI ton - as India beat West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI here at the Greenfield International Stadium to go 1-0 up in the three-match series. Well, my focus has never really been on these milestones, so to say. It's just understanding the situation along the course of just doing the job for the team, whatever. Achievements come along. Obviously, I feel very grateful and very blessed to be in this position for having played for so long. Just keeping my head down, working hard, and thanking God for everything that I've been blessed with and the opportunities that I've gotten in my life to be where I am. We have a very blessed life and a blessed journey because so many people want to be here, but we get to be the lucky ones. So, we better put our head down and just work hard every day of our lives, said Kohli in a chat with broadcasters at the conclusion of the game. Kohli, who now plays only ODIs for India, said the key to his recent consistency in the 50-over format lay in staying fit and mentally fresh. I think just the understanding of the game firstly, also at the stage that I'm at - just keeping myself physically very fit, because the game's more or less in the mind. I've never been a guy who practiced a lot, even when I was playing all three formats, as you know. So it's just for me about staying mentally fresh, staying in the present moment and just expressing myself really out there to play in a certain way, get used to this template more often. The former captain said he had set himself the task of batting at a higher tempo in ODIs. I've got a challenge at this stage of my career to kind of up the ante and play a gear or two higher, and that was exciting for me to work on. Again, it excites you when you have to unlock a new version at this stage of your career, which will eventually help any team that you play for, be it playing for India or in the IPL. It's really helped me a lot to play with a free mind, and I think that's what's working for me. But I think to follow a free mind, you need a fit body. So for me it works the other way around. I stay physically fit and then I'm able to visualize the game in the way that I want to play, which allows me the best chance to go out there and execute in the way that I did tonight. Asked about his state of mind, Kohli spoke of the gratitude he feels for his journey. I'm just very grateful and happy, to be honest. Like, it's the only thing we need to do is just look back once and, where we came from. That's something that we tend to forget when we are caught up with the hustle of the world and the positions we get into with so much attention and fame and so much love from the fans. It can be very easy to forget where you came from. But I think just looking back at the journey from when you started as a child just makes you feel grateful. I enjoy each and every minute that I'm out there playing for India, because I understand that, as I said, I could have been a possibility that I wouldn't be standing here. I wouldn't have played for India at all. That could have been my reality as well. But I'm getting to live all these amazing moments representing my country, playing in front of such big crowds and doing the job for the team. As a cricket player, this is all that I dreamt of, and I'm getting it. So I have nothing but gratitude in my heart, and, as I said, I just want to put my head down, keep working hard, put a smile on my face, and hopefully make other people smile too, he explained. Kohli also had a message for young players who look up to him. It's a fact which we don't want to face as athletes, that even if everything ends after this game, you have to play the way you want to play the game and you have to remind yourself that every time you go out to play. That unlocks that positivity, that taking a risk, that unlocks that mindset which helps you to win games for your team. That's the only advice I would give to the young guys: don't think a lot about all the other stuff outside of the field. Once you enter the ground, this is everything, and it should be everything for you guys and just put your body on the line. As I said, put your head down. If you have to run four doubles in an over when you're batting at 150, you have to do it. There are no excuses. So if they play like that, then you should be fine, he added. With the 2027 ODI World Cup a year away, Kohli said playing a single format had given him clarity about his goals. Also clarity - I mean, we're a year away from the World Cup. I know what my goal is, and it's pretty clear for me that whatever games we get, I just need to keep working on different aspects of the game, keep myself physically fit, challenge myself to be out there, run from boundary to boundary in the last 15 overs if I can, field in the inner ring, show intensity. If I keep ticking all those boxes, as I said, I've got some time left to play in this format as well, and yeah, I just want to enjoy every day. So when I get an opportunity, I feel happy rather than feeling anxiety or pressure to make the most of it. I just want to express myself and play my game. As I said, I promised myself I'm going to play positively because I can. So I'm going to continue to play like that, but not be reckless. There's a fine line which, as a professional, as an experienced player, I should have the ability to execute in this way without playing reckless shots and get the team through, he added. Kohli, who added 151 for the second wicket with skipper Shubman Gill (110), was full of praise for his captain. There's a reason why he's leading the team. He's got the right perspective, as I said, to look at the game in the way that making the team win from different situations. When you play with a guy like that, it's not very difficult to string in a partnership, because he knows what needs to be done, I know what needs to be done. I just want to express myself and play my game. As I said, I promised myself I'm going to play positively because I can. So I'm going to continue to play like that, but not be reckless. There's a fine line which, as a professional, as an experienced player, I should have the ability to execute in this way without playing reckless shots and get the team through, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He's probably up there with the best players in the world and obviously a very talented guy. So not having to say much to him while batting. In the field, when he needs my help, I'm always available, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Banton Blasts Maiden Ton as England Crush SL to Seal ODI Series
Tom Banton's maiden ODI century, backed by Harry Brook and Jordan Cox, powered England to 355-7 before their bowlers dismissed Sri Lanka for 132, sealing series.
Tom Banton Hundred Paves Way For England ODI Series Win Over Sri Lanka
Tom Banton's maiden England hundred laid the foundations for a series-clinching 223-run win over Sri Lanka in the third one-day international on Sunday. Banton's commanding 126 was the cornerstone of England's imposing total of 355-7 at the Oval. It was his first century in 53 limited-overs appearances for England. Together with England captain Harry Brook, who made 77 after being dropped on seven, Banton shared a third-wicket partnership of 150. Sri Lanka never looked like chasing down a target of 356 and were dismissed for 132, with nearly 21 overs to spare. England's victory, which saw them take the three-match series 2-1, was also their record ODI win against Sri Lanka in terms of runs, surpassing their 128-run win at Perth in 1999. It meant England ended a turbulent home season on a positive note after the international retirement of former Test captain Ben Stokes and the sacking of Brendon McCullum as their red-ball coach earlier in the campaign. Sri Lanka, whitewashed 3-0 in the preceding T20 series, were in trouble from the moment Pathum Nissanka was caught behind off Sonny Baker in the second over. Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis defiantly pulled Gus Atkinson for two sixes in three balls. But Atkinson took two wickets to reduce Sri Lanka to 53-3, with Kamindu Mendis (12) and Kusal (36) both perishing to the pace bowler. The result was effectively put beyond doubt when Sri Lanka slumped to 82-6. Liam Dawson took 3-26 before fellow spinner and player of the series Will Jacks ended the match by dismissing Eshan Malinga. England had an early let-off in their dominant innings when Brook, who had made just seven, edged Dunith Wellalage to wicketkeeper Kusal, who failed to hold the chance. Brook took full advantage of that escape, going on to complete a 49-ball fifty. Banton, fresh from his 73 on Thursday, went into the 90s with an audacious reverse-swept six off leg-spinner Sachindu Colombage. A glorious drive through extra cover off Wellalage -- his 13th four in 95 balls faced -- took the Somerset batsman to a hundred. Brook eventually miscued paceman Asitha Fernando to mid-off but his exit left England still well-placed at 218-3 in the 35th over. Banton's superb 105-ball innings, including 16 fours and five sixes, finally came to an end when he holed out to long-on off Colombage. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Jordan Cox kept the runs coming with 76 before he was dismissed off the penultimate ball of the innings.
Kohli determined to 'unlock a new version' of himself
India batter says he is
1st ODI: Kuldeeps four-for, Gill and Kohli tons help India thrash WI by eight wickets (Ld)
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 27 (IANS) Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 139 while skipper Shubman Gill struck 110 as India crushed the West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium here on Sunday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. After the West Indies made 295/7, with Kuldeep Yadav picking a four-wicket haul and controlling run-flow in the middle overs, Rohit Sharma and Gill gave India a quick start with a 74-run opening stand before the latter and Kohli batted the visitors out of the game with a 151-run partnership. Gill walked off to a standing ovation after his 108-ball 110, his tenth ODI hundred featuring 13 fours and a six. Kohli, who became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs during the innings, struck 139 not out off 88 balls with ten fours and nine sixes, the most sixes he has hit in an ODI innings. It was his 55th ODI ton and 10th against the West Indies, as India got home with 50 balls to spare. Rohit drove the first ball of the chase from Jayden Seales for four and that set the tone for Indias successful chase. Gill was dropped on 11 at cover-point, and West Indies then wasted a review on an lbw appeal against Rohit, who slashed the next ball over sweeper cover for six. Gill hit Alzarri Joseph for three fours in the eighth over and lifted Gudakesh Motie over cover for six, while Rohit pulled him for his third six as India reached 70/0 at the end of the powerplay. Joseph struck in the 12th over after moving deep square leg a little straighter, and Rohit miscued a whip straight to the fielder to fall for 32. It was the fourth time Joseph had dismissed him in ODIs. Kohli got going with a top-edged pull over the keeper for six. Gill reached his fifty off 49 balls as dew set in, and with Justin Greaves off the field with a shin problem, Shai Hope had only five frontline bowlers to call on. Kohli reached his fifty off 40 balls and then hit Joseph for three successive fours in the 29th over, the second of them making him the fastest men's batter to 15,000 ODI runs and cross that landmark after Tendulkar. Gill completed his hundred with a drive off Seales at the start of the 31st over. Kohli's pulled six off Roston Chase in the 34th over brought up the 150-run stand, but Gill fell three balls later by slog-sweeping to deep midwicket. With Ruturaj Gaikwad (13 not out) giving support, Kohli danced down to loft Motie over long-on for six to reach his hundred off 74 balls, his third-fastest in ODIs and his 60th in List A cricket. Dropped on 125 by Keemo Paul, Kohli finished the match in style, whipping Keacy Carty over deep backward square leg for six before sealing the win with another six over fine leg. Previously, Justin Greaves struck a fluent 101 off 108 balls, while John Campbell and Amir Jangoo chipped with fifties. Put into batting in stifling heat and humidity, West Indies raced to 85/0 in the powerplay as India's seamers struggled for control. Greaves was particularly severe on the pacers, making 56 off 55 balls against them with 10 fours, while the spinners held him to 44 off 53. Nitish Kumar Reddy's first over cost 18, with Greaves hitting four boundaries, one off a no-ball and another off the free hit. Gurnoor Brar nearly had him in the fourth over, but Rohit Sharma could only get fingertips to the edge at wide slip. Campbell took on Ravindra Jadeja as soon as spin came on, hitting two sixes over long-on. Greaves cut debutant Naman Dhir for four in the 14th over to reach his fifty and bring up West Indies' first century opening stand against India since 2019. Kuldeep broke the 135-run stand in the 20th over when Campbell top-edged a sweep to short fine leg. Keacy Carty struggled through a tortured stay before lobbing Prasidh Krishna to mid-on in the 31st over, and Kuldeep had captain Shai Hope caught at backward point. Greaves reached his maiden ODI hundred with a single through point but soon missed a sweep at a Kuldeep googly, and India's review showed the ball crashing into off stump. Next ball, Jewel Andrew pressed forward to another googly from Kuldeep and edged to Rohit at slip for a golden duck. Roston Chase and Amir Jangoo rebuilt with a 50-run stand before Prasidh bowled Chase for 24 in the 45th over. Jangoo, who took three fours off Prasidh in the 43rd over, then hit Gurnoor for successive fours and a six to reach his second ODI fifty off 38 balls. Nitish removed Matthew Forde in the final over, and Jangoo hit unbeaten 58 off 43 balls. But the West Indies fell five runs short of reaching 300, which was utterly inadequate to challenge a rampaging duo of Gill and Kohli. Brief Scores: West Indies 295/7 in 50 overs (Justin Greaves 101, John Campbell 62; Kuldeep Yadav 4-40, Prasidh Krishna 2-60) lost to India 300/2 in 41.4 overs (Virat Kohli 139 not out, Shubman Gill 110; Roston Chase 1-64, Alzarri Joseph 1-81) by eight wickets.
Following court order, JKCA holds annual general meeting, discusses Irani Cup
The court directed that any decision taken at the AGM shall not be declared
Virat Kohli Breaks Two Sachin Tendulkar Records In One Knock, On Cusp Of Breaking Two More
Star India batter Virat Kohli on Sunday shattered multiple records held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar during the first ODI against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram.
PIX: Zverev leads Team Europe to sixth Laver Cup crown
Alexander Zverev secured Team Europe's sixth Laver Cup title by defeating American Learner Tien in straight sets, leading to a dominant 13-5 victory over Team World at London's O2 Arena. This marks Zverev's fourth time clinching the winning points for Europe in the prestigious team tennis tournament.
1st ODI: Kohli's Masterclass Helps India Secure A Clinical Eight-wicket Win Over WI
Greenfield International Stadium: Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 139 while skipper Shubman Gill struck 110 as India crushed the West Indies by eight wickets in the first ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium here on Sunday and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. After the West Indies made 295/7, with Kuldeep Yadav picking a four-wicket haul, Rohit Sharma and Gill gave India a quick start with a 74-run opening stand. After Rohit fell, Gill and Kohli batted West Indies out of the game with a 151-run stand. Gill walked off to a standing ovation after his 108-ball 110, which had 13 fours and a six. Kohli, who became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs during the innings, shifted gears once the result was beyond doubt. He struck 139 not out off 88 balls - his 55th ODI ton and 10th hundred against West Indies, laced with ten fours and nine sixes. Its the most number of sixes Kohli has hit in his ODI career, as India reached home with 50 balls to spare. Rohit got India's chase underway by driving the first ball from Jayden Seales for four. Though the West Indies kept things tight early on, Rohit lofted Jayden Seales over mid-off for another boundary in the third over. Two overs later, Gill had a reprieve on 11 when he sliced a drive straight to cover-point, who spilled a simple chance. Seales then had a big lbw appeal against Rohit turned down, and West Indies lost a review when ball-tracking showed the delivery going over leg stump. To rub salt on the wound, Rohit slashed the next ball from Seales over sweeper cover for six, before pulling Matthew Forde high over deep midwicket for six. Gill, who had another narrow escape when he nearly chopped Seales onto his stumps, broke free in the eighth over by cutting and slapping Alzarri Joseph for three fours, the last of them being a classy drive going through extra cover. Gill kept up the attacking mode by stepping out to lift Gudakesh Motie over cover for six and then cut a short, wide ball for four. Rohit pulled Joseph over deep midwicket for his third six in the final over of the powerplay, as India closed the ten-over phase at 70/0. Joseph gave West Indies the breakthrough they needed, and he did it through a bit of planning. Rohit Sharma had already inside-edged one big swing onto his pad in the 12th over, so Joseph moved deep square leg a little straighter. On the last ball of the over, Rohit went to whip a full delivery away, but he got it off the bottom of the bat and picked out the fielder to perfection for 32, also the fourth time Joseph dismissed him in ODIs. Virat Kohli got going through a top-edged pull over the keeper's head for six and pulled Joseph for four. With dew already setting in and the ground staff using ropes to clear the outfield, Gill completed his fifty off 49 balls and whipped and pulled Roston Chase for boundaries. With Justin Greaves not on the field due to shin cramps sustained while making 101, Shai Hope had only five frontline bowlers to call on. Kohli kept the scoreboard moving by cutting Gudakesh Motie behind square and flicking Matthew Forde through the gap between mid-wicket and mid-on. Gill, despite battling cramps, showed no sign of slowing down with two pulls and a glance. Kohli brought up his fifty in just 40 balls by lofting Joseph through the line to get a six down the ground. The crowd rose to applaud him, and Kohli broke into a broad smile as he celebrated the landmark. Gill pulled and cut Roston Chase for two fours in the 28th over. Kohli then took three boundaries in a row off Joseph in the next over - pulling twice and then gloving a short ball past a diving Shai Hope. The second of those pulls made him only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to reach 15,000 ODI runs and the fastest mens batter to reach the landmark. Gill brought up his hundred with a crisp drive past mid-on off Jayden Seales at the start of the 31st over. Kohli pulled a short ball from Chase for six, while Gill stepped out to loft the off-spinner back over his head for four. Kohli's pulled six off Chase in the 34th over brought up the 150-run partnership, but Gill fell three balls later - slog-sweeping straight to deep midwicket. Ruturaj Gaikwad played a supporting role while Kohli went up another gear. He lofted a Joseph slower ball over long-on to move into the 90s, and danced down to loft Motie over long-on for six to reach his 55th ODI hundred, off 74 balls - also his third-fastest ODI century. It was one of six ODI centuries scored across the world on the day, the first time that has happened. Kohli pulled a short ball from Chase for six, while Gill stepped out to loft the off-spinner back over his head for four. Kohli's pulled six off Chase in the 34th over brought up the 150-run partnership, but Gill fell three balls later - slog-sweeping straight to deep midwicket. Ruturaj Gaikwad played a supporting role while Kohli went up another gear. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: West Indies 295/7 in 50 overs (Justin Greaves 101, John Campbell 62; Kuldeep Yadav 4-40, Prasidh Krishna 2-60) lost to India 300/2 in 41.4 overs (Virat Kohli 139 not out, Shubman Gill 110; Roston Chase 1-64, Alzarri Joseph 1-81) by eight wickets Article Source: IANS
Tom Abell 307 as Somerset dominate drawn final day with Surrey
Batter becomes the eighth Somerset player to score a first-class triple-century
Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill score centuries each as India thrash West Indies to win first ODI
India picked up a comfortable eight-wicket win in the first ODI against West Indies at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Captain Shubman Gill and star batter Virat Kohli rose to the occasion, scoring a...
India's Schedule At Asian Games 2026, September 28: Boxing, Athletics, Cricket In Focus
Shreyas Iyer-led cricket team begins its campaign on Monday with a match against Afghanistan in the quarterfinals.
Virat Kohli Beats Tendulkar To 15,000 Runs In ODIs
Virat Kohli has become only the second player after Sachin Tendulkar to complete 15,000 runs in One Day Internationals, achieving the feat in his 303rd innings, significantly faster than Tendulkar's 377 innings.
IND vs AFG Quarter-final, Mens Asian Games 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
IND vs AFG Quarter-final, Cricket Tips: Team India will be in action in the ongoing Asian Games 2026 for the first time. Shreyas Iyer and co. made a direct entry into the quarterfinal after winning the gold in the last edition. They will face Afghanistan in this knockout game on Monday in Nisshin. This contest has a scheduled start of 10:30 AM IST at Korogi Sports Club. India have a full-strength side, and they recently beat Afghanistan's full-strength side 3-0 a couple of weeks back. The current Afghan team lost their last group game to Nepal and are facing India, which will be a massive challenge for them. Can they produce something special on the day? IND vs AFG: Match Details Date : September 28, 2026 (Monday) Time : 10:30 AM IST Venue : Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin IND vs AFG: Live Streaming Details The live action of the IND vs AFG clash will be available on the Sony Sports Networks in India. Fans can watch the live stream of the game on the Sony LIV app or website. IND vs AFG: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 12 India : 11 Afghanistan : 0 No-result: 1 IND vs AFG: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Nisshin has been slow in the matches played so far. The wicket has turn and grip for the bowlers, and spinners are playing a key role here. It is tough ground to bat, and the conditions will be better to bat in the first innings. IND vs AFG: Possible XIs India : Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah Afghanistan : Md. Akram, Hassan Eisakhil, Karim Janat, Darwish Rasooli (c), Najibullah Zadran, Md. Ishaq (wk), Faisal Shinozada, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Nangeyalia Kharoti, Arab Gul Momand IND vs AFG: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma is in excellent form, and he will love to cash in his form. For Afghanistan, Karim Janat can play spin well, and his role will be important here. Probable Best Bowler Axar Patel and N Kharoti will be two bowlers who will get good help from the wicket and are very good exponent of such wickets. Today Match Prediction: India have an upper hand over Afghanistan, and the experience and form are in their favor. Hence, we predict India to win this contest. IND vs AFG Quarter final, Today Match IND vs AFG, IND vs AFG Prediction, IND vs AFG Predicted XIs, Injury Update for India vs Afghanistan Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Virat Kohli is in phenomenal form in international cricket. He scored nine 50+ scores in his last 11 ODI matches and that proves his mettle in the 50-over format. After enduring a difficult spell towards the start of the decade, multiple former cricketers called for his exclusion from the team, even in ODIs, but the 37-year-old proved his value time and again, finishing as the leading run-scorer in the ODI World Cup 2023 and since then, he has only been better and more consistent.
Shreyas Iyer Delivers 'No-Excuses' Verdict Ahead Of Afghanistan Clash At Asian Games
Nagoya has been battered by relentless rain over the last two days, severely disrupting India's preparations for the knockout stage.
1st ODI: Kohli Becomes Second Mens Batter After Tendulkar To Cross 15,000 ODI Runs
Greenfield International Stadium: Batting stalwart Virat Kohli on Sunday became only the second mens batter after Sachin Tendulkar to complete 15,000 runs in ODI cricket. Kohli reached the landmark during India's ongoing chase of 296 against the West Indies in the ODI series opener. Kohli, 37, got to the coveted landmark in style in the 29th over by swivelling to pull a short ball from Alzarri Joseph that raced away to the deep midwicket fence. That boundary led to the crowd at the Greenfield International Stadium rising to its feet and applauded loudly for Kohli. Kohli needed a moment to soak in the feeling and raised his bat in acknowledgement. He punched gloves with India ODI skipper Shubman Gill, shared a hug with him and quickly settled back at the crease, with the chase still far from done. Kohli, the right-handed batter, needed only 315 innings to cross the 15,000 runs mark after having made his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in August 2008. Tendulkar, who crossed the 15,000 runs mark in his 350th innings in 2007, finished his ODI career in 2012 with 18,426 runs from 463 matches. It also makes Kohli the fastest to reach 15,000 runs in ODI cricket. Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara, with 14,234, is the only other batter to have gone past 14,000 in the format. Ricky Ponting (13,704) and Sanath Jayasuriya (13,430) complete the top five on the all-time list of run-getters. The milestone is the latest in a long line of records for Kohli, who has made a habit of reaching run landmarks faster than anyone else in his ODI career. He became the fastest to 10,000 ODI runs in 2018 by getting there in 205 innings, and had taken just 11 innings to move from 9,000 to 10,000 runs. He also holds the record for the quickest route to 8,000, 9,000, 11,000, 12,000, 13,000 and 14,000 runs in the 50-over format internationally. Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara, with 14,234, is the only other batter to have gone past 14,000 in the format. Ricky Ponting (13,704) and Sanath Jayasuriya (13,430) complete the top five on the all-time list of run-getters. The milestone is the latest in a long line of records for Kohli, who has made a habit of reaching run landmarks faster than anyone else in his ODI career. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He now has 54 ODI centuries, the most by any batter in a single format, and no one else in 50-over cricket has even reached 35. With the way Kohli is batting in Thiruvananthapuram, it wont be a surprise if Kohli registers his 55th ODI ton, as the batting stalwart prepares to play his final World Cup for India through the mega event happening next year in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Article Source: IANS
Virat Kohli completes 15,000 runs in ODI cricket
Virat Kohli reached the landmark during the opening ODI between India and the West Indies here at the Greenfield International Stadium
Virat Kohli Scripts History, Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's All-Time ODI Record
Entering the match, Virat Kohli needed 59 runs to leapfrog Sachin Tendulkar for the record.
Youth Test: Ishan scalps five, Cattle scores century
Shubman Gill smashes 10th ODI century, leads India from the front in run chase against WI
Team India's star skipper, Shubman Gill, continues his red-hot run of form as India takes on the West Indies in the first ODI. The teams met at the Greenfield International Stadium for the clash, and...
Playing his first ODI game since July, Virat Kohli once again rose to the occasion and played a scintillating knock against West Indies in the first ODI at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. The star India...
Odisha T20 League: Keonjhar Miners, Kataka Panthers Register Convincing Wins
Odisha T20 League: Keonjhar Miners and Kataka Panthers registered convincing victories in the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Kataka. While Keonjhar defeated Rourkela Superstars by 47 runs after posting a commanding 202/7, Kataka Panthers produced a disciplined bowling performance to beat Puri Titans by nine wickets in a match reduced to 10 overs per side. Keonjhar Miners put up an impressive batting display to post 202/7 in their allotted 20 overs against Rourkela Superstars, with captain Subhranshu Senapati and Swagat Mishra leading the charge. Senapati scored a fluent 65 off 40 deliveries, while Mishra played an attacking knock of 79 off 49 balls. The pair kept the scoreboard moving and put the Rourkela bowling attack under pressure. Sujal Singh provided a late flourish with 26 off just 13 deliveries, helping Keonjhar cross the 200-run mark. In reply, Rourkela Superstars endured a difficult start, losing four wickets for just 30 runs. Abhishek Yadav and Sawan Pahariya then joined hands to revive the chase, with Abhishek taking the attacking role and keeping Rourkela in contention. Abhishek continued his impressive form with a blistering 71 off 30 deliveries. However, a brilliant fielding effort from Keonjhar captain Senapati brought his innings to an end, leaving Rourkela at 121/5 in the 15th over. Pahariya attempted to hold the innings together, but the mounting required run rate made the chase increasingly difficult. Rourkela were eventually restricted to 155/9 in 19.1 overs, with Sambit Baral unable to bat after retiring hurt, as Keonjhar sealed a 47-run victory. Vageesh Sharma picked up two wickets for 19 runs in three overs, Vimal Kumar scalped two for 23 runs while Debabrata Pradhan was the star performer who picked four wickets for 17 runs in four overs. Swagat Mishra, who was named Player of the Match, said, Im happy to have contributed to the teams victory. It was a complete team effort, with everyone stepping up at different stages of the game. Im glad my knock helped us post a strong total and secure the win. Kataka Panthers produced a dominant bowling performance to defeat Puri Titans by nine wickets in a rain-reduced contest. The match was shortened to 10 overs per side, with Puri Titans managing just 54/7 in their allotted overs. Puri struggled to find momentum from the outset and lost wickets at regular intervals, failing to build the partnerships needed to post a competitive total. Prashant Rana and Sahil Prasad led the Panthers attack, picking up five wickets between them. Rana returned impressive figures of 3/11 in two overs, while Sahil claimed 2/11 in his two-over spell to keep the Titans under pressure throughout their innings. Puri struggled to find momentum from the outset and lost wickets at regular intervals, failing to build the partnerships needed to post a competitive total. Prashant Rana and Sahil Prasad led the Panthers attack, picking up five wickets between them. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Reflecting on his bowling performance, Player of the Match Prashant Rana said, Im happy that I could contribute to the teams victory. The plan was to bowl with discipline, stick to the right areas and make the most of every opportunity. We knew that taking wickets early would put pressure on Puri, and Im glad I could deliver when the team needed it. It feels good to play a part in such a convincing. Article Source: IANS
