1st Test: Spinners On Roll As India Reduce Sri Lanka To 99/5 At Lunch
Galle International Stadium: Indias spinners ripped through Sri Lankas top order with a devastating display of spin bowling as the visitors reduced the hosts to 99/5 in 28 overs at lunch on day three of the first Test at the Galle International Stadium on Monday. It was a session where six wickets fell - five of which were of Sri Lanka. Every move made by India went in their favour. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar underlined his promise by trapping Sri Lankan batters in a trap of turn and bounce while hitting the right length to pick 2-17. Kuldeep Yadav made a bright start by picking a scalp, while Ravindra Jadeja showed his effectiveness on a turning track by getting a wicket, and Mohammed Siraj struck in the very first over. Sri Lanka, still trailing by 363 runs, have reached the lunch interval with Niroshan Dickwella unbeaten on eight alongside Sonal Dinusha, whos not out on 13. But they still face a steep climb to avoid the follow-on. Having seen their own first innings wrapped up inside four balls for 462 earlier in the morning, after Asitha Fernando took out Prasidh Krishna, Indias bowlers immediately went to work and needed just two deliveries to break Sri Lankas opening stand. Siraj struck with a classic outswinger and induced an edge from Nishan Madushka to have him caught at first slip and send the opener back for a duck. After that, the Indian spin troika of Suthar, Kuldeep and Jadeja took complete control on a pitch offering sharp turn and bounce. Suthar made an instant impact by striking with his very first delivery - drawing Dinesh Chandimal forward with an immaculate piece of drift and spin and catch the glove edge, with Rishabh Pant completing a sharp catch behind the stumps. Suthar continued to press and built pressure with relentless accuracy and dismissed Lahiru Udara for 27, after he mistimed a cut off a bouncing and turning delivery to give a simple catch to backward point. At 53/3, Sri Lanka needed a partnership to stabilise their innings, but Indian captain Shubman Gill produced a moment of brilliance in the field to dent the hosts further. Diving full length to his left at short extra cover, Gill plucked a stunning one-handed catch inches above the turf to dismiss Kamindu Mendis for 14 on Kuldeeps bowling. Suthar made an instant impact by striking with his very first delivery - drawing Dinesh Chandimal forward with an immaculate piece of drift and spin and catch the glove edge, with Rishabh Pant completing a sharp catch behind the stumps. Suthar continued to press and built pressure with relentless accuracy and dismissed Lahiru Udara for 27, after he mistimed a cut off a bouncing and turning delivery to give a simple catch to backward point. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 462 in 116.4 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 167, KL Rahul 82; Prabath Jayasuriya 4-109, Keshara Nuwantha 3-175) lead Sri Lanka 99/5 in 28 overs (Lahiru Udara 27, Dhananjaya de Silva 21; Manav Suthar 2-17, Ravindra Jadeja 1-6) by 363 runs Article Source: IANS
Sherfane Rutherfords Fifty Powers Barbados Tridents To 9-Run Win Over Saint Lucia Kings
Barbados Tridents remained unbeaten in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 with a nine-run victory over the Saint Lucia Kings at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. The result moved the Tridents to the top of the table after Match 9 of the tournament. Sherfane Rutherford smashed his second consecutive half-century in a match reduced to 18 overs per side after rain delayed the start by more than an hour. Akeem Auguste also reached a personal milestone with an impressive innings, but his efforts ultimately proved in vain as the Tridents bowlers turned the screw during the latter stages of the Kings chase. When play finally got underway, the Tridents showed no signs of being disrupted by the long wait, coming out firing in the Power Play. Quinton de Kock was particularly impressive, smashing 38 from just 15 balls before falling to Roston Chase. His explosive start helped the Tridents post 61 runs in the 5.2-over Power Play, with Brandon King providing stability at the other end. Rutherford then took charge, making the most of the windy conditions that had already caused problems for the Kings in the field. The left-hander struck 61 from 31 balls and combined with Rivaldo Clarke for a 79-run partnership, powering the Tridents to a highly competitive 177 for 6 from their 18 overs. Chase continued his excellent tournament with 2 for 30, maintaining his position as the competitions leading wicket-taker. Shadley van Schalkwyk also bowled effectively, finishing with 2 for 25 despite conceding a six from the final ball of the innings. Chase then gave the Kings reply an explosive start, striking 34 from 21 balls at the top of the order. The home side kept pace with the Tridents during the early stages of the chase, with the two teams virtually neck and neck through the first 10 overs. After Chase was dismissed, Saint Lucian Akeem Auguste stepped up for the Kings. He battled tirelessly against the Tridents attack, producing an impressive 63 from just 34 balls before Gudakesh Motie finally ended his innings. The momentum then shifted decisively when Jewel Andrew was forced to retire hurt. The Kings struggled to break free against the relentless spin of Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Motie, who combined for five wickets while conceding just 53 runs from their eight overs. That spell proved crucial. Despite a late counterattack from Amari Goodridge and Matthew Forde, the Kings were left with too much ground to make up and ultimately fell nine runs short. Daniel Sams once again proved reliable at the death. After an expensive spell earlier in the innings, he returned to claim the key wicket of Goodridge, who had briefly reignited the Kings hopes with back-to-back sixes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Kings will now turn their attention to the Guyana Amazon Warriors on Wednesday night, while the Tridents travel to Antigua to take on the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons.
The Indian team has been in brilliant form as they took on Sri Lanka in the first Test of the ongoing series. The two sides met at the Galle International Stadium from August 15th, and the clash began with India coming in to bat first. The side batted throughout the first two days, putting in an exceptional performance.
Smriti's Skill, Harmanpreet's Tenacity Makes Them Exceptional Competitors: Perry
Legendary Australia: Legendary Australia seam-bowling all-rounder Ellyse Perry has lauded the skillsets of India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, describing the latters mind and skill as incredible while highlighting the formers fierce competitive spirit. Ellyse recently led Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2026 and concluded her campaign with a match-winning performance in their final league game. What makes Smriti so successful? Her amazing skill. I think shes got incredible willpower and a super-strong mind, the way she approaches the game, the way she prepares, the way she knows herself, the way she thinks about things, and the way that she likes challenges. Shes got it all. Harman, I think her greatest strength is her tenacity. Shes a great competitor, and when shes going, she hits some of the biggest shots in the womens game, said Ellyse to JioStar. Reflecting on her own remarkable career longevity and personal evolution over the years, Ellyse credited gradual, continuous learning rather than any single turning point. You just naturally evolve as you grow as a person. Over the many years Ive been involved in the game, there have been a number of different experiences, things to learn, people to work with and new avenues to explore. I guess incrementally, as that happens, you add new things or change the way you do things. Often, theyre only small changes, but over a long period of time, theres always something new or a way to learn more. Hopefully, you keep improving, and that just kind of builds upon each other. So, nothing in particular, just years of experience. Despite accumulating numerous World Cup titles and accolades on the global stage, Ellyse maintained that wearing the Australian shirt remains her ultimate career highlight. Honestly, just being able to play for Australia would be my proudest achievement. Im a really passionate and patriotic Australian, and I love representing my country. Looking ahead to the inaugural ICC Womens Champions Trophy in 2027, Ellyse welcomed the new addition to the international calendar, while acknowledging the physical and mental demands it will place on teams. Its another great opportunity for the womens game and for all the teams competing. From my perspective, its a new event, so its always exciting to be a part of something like that, and a new spot on the calendar, which will be great for everyone. You want to play every game well. This tournament will be physically and mentally a huge challenge, and preparing for those matches, everyones going to have to be spot on. But yeah, the mindset remains the same, you just want to win every game, she added. Offering her perspective on the next generation of female cricketers, Ellyse highlighted the shifting landscape of the women's game and stressed on the value of mutual learning between generations as the key behind growing the game. I was unbelievably fortunate to have some amazing advice when I was younger. I grew up playing cricket locally with some great friends, and Ive always gone down to the nets with my dad. Hes taught me just about everything I know about cricket, and Ive just loved having him as a confidant and someone to lean on all the time. Offering her perspective on the next generation of female cricketers, Ellyse highlighted the shifting landscape of the women's game and stressed on the value of mutual learning between generations as the key behind growing the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Theyve got a different experience, a different energy and a different way of going about things. So, its just about supporting each other and having a really open mind to learn from each other, she concluded. Article Source: IANS
'I Got Into A Rabbit Hole': Brook Opens Up On His Backlash In IPL 2023
Indian Premier League: England white-ball captain Harry Brook has opened up on the criticism he faced during his underwhelming and only Indian Premier League season with the Sunrisers Hyderabad. He was being criticised for his innings prior to his century against Kolkata Knight Riders and said he felt glad to shut up the supporters who were slagging me off. Brook mustered only 190 runs in the 2023 season despite having scored a masterful hundred. However, his form dipped thereafter, and he found himself in a pressure cooker. Brook has now reflected on the only season he was part of in the lucrative league, highlighting that he got into a troublesome situation. I got into a little bit of a rabbit hole with scrutiny and social media when I was at the IPL, Brook told BBC Sport. It didn't help me as a person on the field or off the field. I decided to, not stay away from social media, but also not go out of my way to look at it. The England skipper turned his attention to the optimism from that criticism, as he feels that people wanted him to do better. On the other hand, I actually feel it's a little bit of a compliment if people are giving me scrutiny and have an opinion about my game. I know it's not a nice thing to see people slagging you off, but it means people care and people think I can put in a better performance than I have done that day, he said. Brook has now reflected on the only season he was part of in the lucrative league, highlighting that he got into a troublesome situation. I got into a little bit of a rabbit hole with scrutiny and social media when I was at the IPL, Brook told BBC Sport. It didn't help me as a person on the field or off the field. I decided to, not stay away from social media, but also not go out of my way to look at it. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Speaking on his exile from the league, Brook said he does ot really have regrets about it. Article Source: IANS
'Decision To Make Root Captain Right': Brook Speaks Up Ahead Of England's New Era
T20 World Cup: As England enter a new era following the departures of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, Harry Brook has put his weight behind reinstating Joe Root as the skipper of the red-ball side. England gear up to face Pakistan for a three-match Test series, starting from August 19 as Root takes the charge back. Brook, who was the incumbent vice-captain when Stokes retired in June, spoke about appointing Root the captain again and also whether his infamous nightclub incident in Wellington cost him the captaincy of the red-ball side. I dunno, he told BBC Sport. I honestly don't know. I don't really look at it like that. The decision to make Rooty captain is the right one. I'm actually really excited to see what he can do. He's definitely the right man to take over that job. I'm really looking forward to working alongside him. Brook is the white-ball captain of the English side and has scored the most runs in international cricket in the world since he made his Test debut on September 8, 2026. This saw his epic run of form on tours to Pakistan and New Zealand, where he averages a whopping 84.10 and 75.44 in Tests. However, he had a torrid time when he was involved in a nightclub altercation with a bouncer in October 2025. It was a tough period, especially when I was at home, getting ready to face the media, he said. I feel like the character that I showed throughout that period to go out there and still perform and lead the white-ball side fairly well, I was proud of myself and the team. I don't want to say it's helped me, but it's made me realise how big it is to be England captain. It's not just the leadership on the field. It makes a massive difference if you can lead with responsibility off the field. Brook was fined and sent a warning from the ECB but kept his white-ball captaincy job despite the incident. He went on to lead the team in the T20 World Cup 2026, where he took his side into the semifinals and had nearly beaten the eventual champions India at Wankhede. However, Brook did not had a great Ashes in Australia, a series which the Three Lions lost 4-1. He made a below-par 358 runs in 10 innings at an average of 39.78. He courted criticism for some of the shot selections, which left the English fans frustrated to every bit. If supporters get frustrated, imagine how frustrated I get, he added. It's something I've been really trying to work on, trying to assess conditions quicker and read the surface better. To go out there knowing what shots are going to be hard and what is going to be easier. I practise every single shot and have done since the age of eight. In the nets, I'd do a 360 challenge with my dad. He'd throw balls, and I'd have to try to hit it to a certain place: that corner, then that corner. I have the ability to hit it everywhere; I just have to figure it out quicker in games. However, Brook did not had a great Ashes in Australia, a series which the Three Lions lost 4-1. He made a below-par 358 runs in 10 innings at an average of 39.78. He courted criticism for some of the shot selections, which left the English fans frustrated to every bit. If supporters get frustrated, imagine how frustrated I get, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Having that responsibility now has made a massive difference for me. There is the potential I could be captain, but at this moment in time all I'm focusing on is trying to win a few games of cricket. I will be 1,000% behind Rooty, and I'm really looking forward to what this Test side can do, he said. Article Source: IANS
Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for India in their first innings of the first Test against Sri Lanka, slamming a magnificent 167.
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: India all out for 462 on Day 3
Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for India with a mammoth knock of 167
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USA Win Americas Qualifiers, Seal 2027 U19 Women's T20 WC Spot
T20 World Cup: A dominant USA secured their third consecutive appearance in the ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup by comprehensively winning the 2026 Americas Qualifier in the Cayman Islands over the weekend. Led by Chetna Pagydyala, a senior international and member of the 2025 Under-19 T20 World Cup squad, the USA delivered a flawless campaign by winning all six of their matches to finish six points clear of runners-up Canada and qualify for the 2027 edition of the tournament to be hosted by Bangladesh and Nepal, where India enter as defending champions after winning both editions of the competition. The USA set the tone on opening day at the Jimmy Powell Oval in West Bay with an eight-wicket victory over Canada. A disciplined bowling effort, headlined by three-wicket hauls from Mahek Desai and Saanvi Immadi, restricted the Canadians to 65/7. The USA batters then clinically knocked off the target inside 11 overs. The side maintained their iron grip on the tournament throughout, completing a sweep of wins against Canada with a second victory on the final day while also securing paired wins against Argentina and the NextGen XI, a regional composite side. All-rounder Mahek Desai emerged as the standout performer of the competition and finished as the leading wicket-taker with 16 scalps to earn the Player of the Tournament award. The side maintained their iron grip on the tournament throughout, completing a sweep of wins against Canada with a second victory on the final day while also securing paired wins against Argentina and the NextGen XI, a regional composite side. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Chetna Pagydyala-led unit will look to build on the success of the 2025 USA squad in Malaysia, where they reached the Super Six stage and pushed powerhouse New Zealand in a tight contest after restricting them to 97, though they fell short by 18 runs. Article Source: IANS
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DPL 2026: 'I Give Equal Importance To Batting, Bowling,' Says Outer Delhi Warriors' Harsh Tyagi
Outer Delhi Warriors: After his vital lower-order cameo and disciplined late-overs bowling spell proved decisive as Outer Delhi Warriors secured a 21-run victory over Purani Dilli 6 in a high-scoring 2026 Delhi Premier League (DPL) fixture, all-rounder Harsh Tyagi said he has always given equal importance to batting and bowling contributions. Outer Delhi Warriors posted a formidable total of 219/5 in their 20 overs, thanks to a blazing 120-run opening stand between Yajas Sharma (86 off 36 balls) and Priyansh Arya (30 off 21 balls). Tyagi then provided crucial late momentum, smashing 32 off just 15 balls, while teammate Akshay Saini added an unbeaten 49 off 23 balls to push the score past the 200-mark. With the ball, Tyagi took 3-22 as Purani Dilli 6 made 198/6, as Outer Delhi Warriors emerged victorious. When I went in to bat, there were six overs left and the target was to get to 200. I managed to add around 30 important runs. With the ball, I had a tough start in my first two overs, but I focused on keeping the runs under control in the last two overs, Tyagi said in a statement on Monday. Elaborating on his execution during the death overs, the left-arm spinner highlighted his off-season preparation on variation bowling. During those slog overs, I knew I could concede some runs, but I was confident in my preparation. I have worked a lot on my yorkers and slower balls throughout the year in Delhi to keep batters guessing. With the ball, Tyagi took 3-22 as Purani Dilli 6 made 198/6, as Outer Delhi Warriors emerged victorious. When I went in to bat, there were six overs left and the target was to get to 200. I managed to add around 30 important runs. With the ball, I had a tough start in my first two overs, but I focused on keeping the runs under control in the last two overs, Tyagi said in a statement on Monday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For Purani Dilli 6, mystery spinner Digvesh Rathi was the standout bowler, returning figures of 3/25 in his four overs. But Rathi was penalised post-match for a Code of Conduct breach under Article 2.5 (Level 1) after making a sign-off gesture towards an opposing batter twice during the game. Match referee Abhinav Bali fined Rathi 30 percent of his match fees and handed him two demerit points after the player admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction. Article Source: IANS
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India's 462 all out leaves Sri Lanka with big task on Day 3
India were bowled out for 462 in their first innings against Sri Lanka in the opening Test, with Devdutt Padikkal scoring a magnificent 167. Sri Lankan bowlers Prabath Jayasuriya, Keshara Nuwantha, and Asitha Fernando shared the wickets.
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Fresh off a breathtaking 82-run knock that powered the Meerut Mavericks to a 36-run victory over the Gaur Gorakhpur Lions, opener Swastik Chikara revealed that sharing a dressing room with modern-day great Virat Kohli has shaped his approach to the game. Chikara, who earned his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) contract following his sensational performances in earlier UP T20 editions, was a part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad that famously lifted the IPL title in 2025. The young batter played a pivotal role in guiding the franchise to the finals in all three previous editions and lifting the title in 2024. During that title-winning 2024 season, Chikara was in a league of his own, finishing as the tournament's leading run-getter with a staggering 499 runs at an average of 49.90 and a strike rate of 185.50, featuring three fifties and a century. He credited his time in the RCB setup, and specifically his close observations of Kohli, for his current mindset and elite preparation. I have learnt from Virat Kohli to focus on your practice and give your 100 percent. I have been trying to follow the exact same approach, Chikara shared after his match-winning performance at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana International Cricket Stadium. His 45-ball 82, studded with nine boundaries and four massive sixes, laid the foundation for the Mavericks to post a season-high total of 206/6. During the innings, he also etched his name in the record books by becoming only the second player in tournament history to hit 100 sixes. Reflecting on his match-winning innings and the team's tactical approach, Chikara noted, I batted well, got a good stand, and helped my team, so I feel very good. It was a very good track, so we knew we could get a good total. We took on the Powerplay. Personally, I like to stand still and hit sixes. His 45-ball 82, studded with nine boundaries and four massive sixes, laid the foundation for the Mavericks to post a season-high total of 206/6. During the innings, he also etched his name in the record books by becoming only the second player in tournament history to hit 100 sixes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hopefully, with the blessings of my elders, I will have a good season this time around, he added. My ultimate goal for the season is to have the best strike rate, make the most runs, and hit the most sixes. Article Source: IANS
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1st Test: Sri Lanka Bowled Out For 462 On Day 3
Galle International Stadium: Sri Lanka needed just four deliveries on day three to wrap up Indias first innings for 462, as pacer Asitha Fernando swiftly removed tailender Prasidh Krishna in the opening over at the Galle International Stadium on Monday. India, resuming on their overnight score of 460/9, opted against using the heavy roller before the start of play, hoping to allow the pitch to deteriorate further while their last pair batted on. The decision, however, backfired, as their innings lasted less than three minutes, as Sri Lanka managed to wrap up their innings quickly. Fernando began by dropping a back-of-a-length delivery into Krishna's body, who managed to fend it towards square leg to get off the mark and hand the strike to Kuldeep Yadav. Kuldeep then pulled a short ball outside off-stump just over the leaping infielder toward deep mid-wicket for a single to put Krishna back on strike. Fernando immediately ramped up the pressure, coming around the wicket to crash a short delivery straight into Krishnas ribs as the batter struggled to get out of the way. The pacer maintained his short-pitched assault on the next ball as Krishna attempted a pull shot to counter it but succeeded only in gloving behind to wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, who completed a simple catch to end Indias innings. Krishna departed for two off seven balls, leaving Kuldeep unbeaten on 13 at the other end. Prior to the start of days play, which began 15 minutes earlier due to loss of overs on days one and two, thanks to persistent rain, the match officials announced a late change in the umpiring setup. Fernando immediately ramped up the pressure, coming around the wicket to crash a short delivery straight into Krishnas ribs as the batter struggled to get out of the way. The pacer maintained his short-pitched assault on the next ball as Krishna attempted a pull shot to counter it but succeeded only in gloving behind to wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella, who completed a simple catch to end Indias innings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 462 in 116.4 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 167, KL Rahul 82; Prabath Jayasuriya 4-109, Keshara Nuwantha 3-175) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
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1st Test: Seen Him Come Through The Ranks, Rahul Praises 'very Special' Knock From Padikkal
Devdutt Padikkal: Having watched Devdutt Padikkal rise through the ranks in the Karnataka set-up, India vice-captain KL Rahul expressed immense pride at the young left-handed batter hitting his 167 his maiden Test century coming against Sri Lanka, something which he called very special. Batting at number three, Padikkals magnificent knock was laced with 15 fours and a six, as India made 460/9 in 116 overs at the end of day twos play. Very special - obviously coming from the same state, Dev is somebody that I've seen come through the ranks from under-19s and scored runs for Karnataka and make his way up to Indian cricket. In the last couple of years he's been waiting for his opportunity and quietly toiling in the nets and trying to get better at some aspects of his batting, Rahul said in a video posted on bcci.tv. on Monday. Rahul revealed that regular interactions with Padikkal also helped the left-hander prepare for the specific demands of Test cricket in the subcontinent. We've had a lot of chats over the last couple of years that he's been with the team as to what needs to get better or what to expect in Sri Lanka, what to expect in the Test matches to come and he's one of those players who's come here before, scored some runs in India A as well. So just getting used to the condition, he scored 100 in the warm-up game as well. He's been amongst runs, he's someone who loves batting and scoring big runs and I'm really happy that he could get the first hundred and that's really special for everybody and very important to get that early in your career so you can get that out of the way and then start enjoying your cricket and start enjoying your batting and take your batting to the next level. I think he's at a stage where he understands his batting really well and he's scoring lots of runs so I think he'll make that move into scoring bigger knocks for India and being more consistent, he added. Turning to his own solid contribution of 82, Rahul outlined the technical adjustments and background preparation required to tackle spin on Sri Lankan pitches. When you're scoring a place like Sri Lanka, where spin is going to play a very big role, you need to get your game plans right, you need to tighten up some technical aspects of your game and also understand what areas of the ground you can score in. So I've been here before, and I knew what to expect, and I've watched the last few series that have been played here - so picked up a few things from there and then just sat down and figured what I need to do and how I can give myself the best chance to perform in Sri Lanka and to play well against spin, he added. Despite the strong start to the tour, Rahul warned against complacency, noting that conditions would become increasingly demanding for the batters as the series progresses. More or less like for any other country you visit, you need to figure out how you want to play and what gives you the best chance. So I did that and I'm really happy with how I could play in the first innings. There are a few more innings to go in this series, so I think it will only get harder and harder from here on. So it's important to keep your head down and keep trusting the game plan, he added. Rahul also pointed to the open, collaborative environment in the Indian dressing room and the crucial role played by India A shadow tours in grooming younger players for overseas challenges. When I've been part of this dressing room before as well for so many years, it's always been a place where everyone's trying to learn from each other, everyone's trying to help each other out and we try and work together on the areas that we all need to get better at as a team. Its because at the end of the day when you perform as a team that's when we can win series outside of India and also in India to win Test matches and to win Test, series you need to play together as a team - so it's important that we help each other out. When I've been part of this dressing room before as well for so many years, it's always been a place where everyone's trying to learn from each other, everyone's trying to help each other out and we try and work together on the areas that we all need to get better at as a team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So its given them a good idea of what to expect, and they're prepared really well. I've just played a very small part in helping some of the guys, but the guys who know what to do have prepared really well and gone out there and done the job, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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Axe Hangs Over Australian Batters After Darwin 'Disaster'
Australia's humiliating nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh has accelerated calls for regeneration of its ageing Test team with opener Jake Weatherald and the inconsistent Marnus Labuschagne in the firing line. The clash in Darwin had been touted as a mismatch after Bangladesh crumbled to an innings defeat in their only warm-up game and went into the first Test without injured pace spearhead Nahid Rana. But in one of the biggest upsets cricket has seen, the visitors pulled off a historic victory Sunday to leave top-ranked Australia shell-shocked and facing recriminations. Australia have suffered surprise home defeats in the recent past, including an eight-run loss to the West Indies at the Gabba in 2024. But the manner of this crushing loss, with Bangladesh dominating each of the four days, had Australian media Monday slamming it as a disaster and the most embarrassing ever. Former captain Ricky Ponting, who scored more than 13,000 Test runs, said it was time for tough decisions. I'm the last one to want to make change, he told Channel Seven when the Test was in its death throes. Axe Hangs Over Australian Batters After Darwin 'Disaster' As a captain or as a player I wanted to keep a group together, so it has to get to a bad point before I start saying you've got to leave somebody out. But there's been enough evidence for me coming here (Darwin) to suggest they weren't going to lose anything, or much at all, by starting that regeneration, bringing in another opener, bringing in someone at three... I think that has to happen. With the exception of Steve Smith (71 and 44) and second-innings century-maker Cameron Green, the Australian batting was poor with too many soft dismissals. Weatherald and number three Labuschagne are most at risk, both averaging under 27 since the start of the Ashes against England in late 2025 and rapidly running out of lives. The 1-2-3, as Ricky and I will tell you, are absolutely fundamental to the set-up of a batting team, former opener Matthew Hayden told the same broadcaster. When they are constantly putting that middle order under pressure, Steve Smith arriving way earlier than he ever needs to be, then you've got to start to answer those questions. - Bite the bullet - Josh Inglis was the spare batter for Darwin, but skipper Pat Cummins said selectors could look for alternatives outside the 13-man squad, acknowledging the batting failures were a little bit of a trend. A rejuvenated Matt Renshaw coming in for Weatherald is the most obvious change for the second Test starting in Mackay on Saturday. But there is also growing support for a younger generation to be given a chance, with Sam Konstas, Campbell Kellaway, Ollie Peake and Cooper Connolly knocking at the door. You have to bite the bullet at some stage, Australian great Mark Waugh said while former opener David Warner, whose place in the team has proved hard to fill since he quit in 2024, added: I think we've got to start blooding some youngsters. With Australia facing a tough three-Test challenge in South Africa as their next assignment in October, throwing in at least one youngster at Mackay to gain experience would make sense. Australian media suggested Kurtis Patterson or Nathan McSweeney were the two frontrunners to take Labuschagne's spot, although neither has been in outstanding form. Darwin was the first of up to 21 Tests Australia will play over the next 12 months, and the tried and tested bowling unit of Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon is seemingly still in favour, despite their advanced years. Returning from injury, Hazlewood shut down debate over whether he remains Australia's first-choice attack bowler with a six-wicket haul in Bangladesh's first innings. Veteran off-spinner Lyon, also on the comeback from injury, appears most vulnerable with the 38-year-old outbowled by Bangladesh counterpart Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Understudy Todd Murphy, 25, is considered first in the pecking order to take over.
Joe Root's Return As Test Captain A Sign Of England's Problems
England's decision to reappoint Joe Root for a second spell as full-time Test captain, starting with this week's opener against Pakistan, is an obvious move but arguably an indictment of the lack of leadership in their set-up. Root, one of the best batsmen of his generation, has already led England in a national record 65 Tests, mainly during a five-year spell from 2017-2022. He initially stood down as skipper following a dire run of one win in 17 Tests. The last couple of years, it (the captaincy) sucked the life out of me, he said a few months later on a podcast. I was a shadow of the person I wanted to be... Once I'd made the decision it was a real relief. But, despite a modest return of 27 wins, 27 defeats and 11 draws as Test captain, Root is putting himself through it all again. England have no realistic alternative after former skipper Ben Stokes's dramatic announcement during the third Test at home to New Zealand in June that he was retiring from international cricket. Harry Brook, vice-captain under Stokes, is already the skipper of England's white-ball teams and it may have been too much to expect him to lead the side in all three formats. It was Brook's altercation with a nightclub bouncer in New Zealand in November last year which led England to impose a midnight curfew. When Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson were omitted from the second Test against New Zealand after breaking that curfew in a London bar, Root was installed as acting captain. Root announced last week he is ditching the curfew. None of England's other batsmen besides Brook are certain of their place and none of the bowlers are candidates to be captain, not least because of fitness issues. Ollie Pope, back in the squad for the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley, has previously been England's vice-captain. But after he was replaced in that role by Brook, he was dropped from the team during England's 4-1 Ashes thrashing in Australia. - 'Different player' - England appear to want Root to remain Test captain until at least the end of next year's home Ashes. That is a run of 13 Tests, which also includes a tough tour of South Africa later this year, and a series away to Bangladesh, who on Sunday delivered one of the all-time great upsets with a commanding nine-wicket win away to Australia. England will hope Root will be a more astute skipper second time around. I am a very different player and have a different way of looking at the game than the last time I captained, in a good way, the 35-year-old said when he was stand-in captain against New Zealand. But the fear is leadership could render Root, who is in sight of surpassing India hero Sachin Tendulkar as Test cricket's all-time leading run-scorer, a less effective batsman. That is the last thing England, who have lost seven of their last nine Tests, need as they look to move on from the Bazball era. Root said earlier this month he would not rip up the playbook of ultra-aggressive cricket but rather tweak things, in the hope of guiding England to the kind of series wins over powerhouses India and Australia that eluded Stokes and former Test coach Brendon McCullum, who remains in charge of the white-ball teams. England were often accused of arrogance under Stokes and McCullum, especially once results started to go against them. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The three-Test series against Pakistan is set to reveal whether England under Root will be able to turn the tide. Root's return as Test captain a sign of England's problems
Tim Seifert Stars As Super Giants Win Maiden Hundred Title
New Zealand opener Tim Seifert's blistering innings paved the way for Manchester Super Giants' five-wicket win over Trent Rockets in the final of the Hundred at Lord's on Sunday. Seifert's 72 off just 38 balls, including seven sixes and four fours, left the Super Giants well on course to chase down a target of 159. But former Pakistan bowler Mohammad Amir dismissed South African Heinrich Klaasen and New Zealand's Michael Bracewell before Ben Sanderson bowled two dot balls to bring the equation down to three needed off three. Veteran England all-rounder Liam Dawson, however, held his nerve to hit the winning runs with a six over mid-wicket as Manchester secured their first Hundred title. Afghanistan left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad took 3-33 as the Rockets were held to 158-8, with Aneurin Donald's 38 the top score as they failed to become the first team to win both men's and women's finals in the same season. The Rockets had more success in the preceding women's final, thrashing 2025 winners Sunrisers Leeds by eight wickets after dismissing their opponents for just 91. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sophia Dunkley smashed 41 off 23 balls and Beth Mooney, on the ground where she helped Australia hammer England in last month's women's T20 World Cup final, struck 31 not out off 21.
Manchester Super Giants Clinch Maiden Hundred Title, Owner Sanjiv Goenka's Reaction Goes Viral
The sixth edition of The Hundred came to a blockbuster conclusion on Sunday, with Manchester Super Giants clinching the men's title and Trent Rockets emerging victorious in the women's competition.
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Tim Seifert Stars As Manchester Super Giants Win Maiden Hundred Title
New Zealand opener Tim Seifert's blistering innings paved the way for Manchester Super Giants' five-wicket win over Trent Rockets in the final of the Hundred at Lord's on Sunday.
As per AccuWeather, there is an 83% chance of precipitation on Monday in Galle, signalling that Day 3 can be another start-stop for India and Sri Lanka.
Stick To Commentary: India Great Rejects World Cup-Winning Captain For CSK Coach, Gives New Name
Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth has rejected the names of Eoin Morgan and Brendon McCullum for the role of Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) new head coach.
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DPL: Yajas Sharmas 86, Late Blitz Help Outer Delhi Warriors Defeat Purani Dilli 6
Outer Delhi Warriors: Outer Delhi Warriors produced a strong batting performance to defeat Purani Dilli 6 by 21 runs in a high-scoring Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 fixture on Sunday. Batting first, the Warriors posted a huge 219/5 in 20 overs, with Yajas Sharma, Akshay Saini and Harsh Tyagi playing key roles. The Warriors got off to a flying start as openers Priyansh Arya and Yajas Sharma added 120 runs for the first wicket in just over nine overs. Arya played a quick knock of 30 off 21 balls before being dismissed, but Yajas continued to attack the Purani Dilli 6 bowlers. Yajas was in complete control and kept scoring at a rapid pace. He eventually fell for an excellent 86 off 36 balls, but the Warriors continued to score freely despite losing a few wickets in the middle overs. With the innings needing a strong finish, Harsh Tyagi and Akshay Saini stepped up and added 55 runs for the fifth wicket. Tyagi scored 32 off 15 balls, while Saini provided the final push with a quick-fire 49* off 23 balls to take the Warriors to 219/5. For Purani Dilli 6, Digvesh Rathi was the standout bowler, returning figures of 3/25 in his four overs. Chasing 220, Purani Dilli 6 also made an impressive start. Openers Samarth Seth and Aryan Gaur put together 104 runs for the first wicket, giving their side hope of chasing down the big target. Gaur led the attack with a brilliant 65 off 37 balls, while Seth contributed 42 off 24 balls. However, the Warriors fought back strongly once the opening partnership was broken. Aman Chaudhary played a key role in turning the game in the Warriors' favour, picking up three wickets in his first three overs and eventually completing his spell with figures of 4/38 in four overs. The wickets triggered a mini-collapse and put Purani Dilli 6 under pressure. Gaur led the attack with a brilliant 65 off 37 balls, while Seth contributed 42 off 24 balls. However, the Warriors fought back strongly once the opening partnership was broken. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With Purani Dilli 6 needing 41 runs from the final over, the result was virtually decided as Outer Delhi Warriors completed a convincing victory in a high-scoring contest. Article Source: IANS
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APL: Denish Das, Saurav Dihingia Guide Barpeta Braves To 14-run VJD Win Over Nagaon Rangers
Assam Cricket Association Stadium: Captain Denish Das and Saurav Mousum Dihingia produced a composed batting effort before rain brought a premature end to the contest as Barpeta Braves defeated Nagaon Rangers by 14 runs via the VJD Method in the Assam Premier League at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday. The result also confirmed that Nagaon Rangers, Tezpur Titans and Jorhat Stallions are out of contention for the next stage of the competition. Asked to bat first, Nagaon Rangers posted 133/6 in their 20 overs, with Jitu Ali leading the way with an unbeaten 76 off 48 balls. He struck seven fours and three sixes in a fluent innings that kept Nagaon competitive. Dhruv Raaj Borah added 20 off 19 balls, while SK Jnyanam contributed 12. Barpeta Braves' bowlers kept the scoring under control despite Jitu's late charge. Bikiran Das was the pick of the attack with 2/18 from his four overs. In reply, Barpeta lost Hrishikesh Das for 21 in the sixth over, but Saurav Mousum Dihingia and Denish Das ensured there was no further damage. The pair put together an unbeaten partnership to keep the Braves comfortably ahead of the required rate. Dihingia remained unbeaten on 40 off 46 balls, hitting four boundaries, while captain Denish Das once again led from the front with an unbeaten 46 off 32 deliveries. His innings included three fours and a six and came at a strike rate of 143.75. In reply, Barpeta lost Hrishikesh Das for 21 in the sixth over, but Saurav Mousum Dihingia and Denish Das ensured there was no further damage. The pair put together an unbeaten partnership to keep the Braves comfortably ahead of the required rate. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The victory keeps Barpeta Braves firmly in the race for the top spots, while Nagaon Rangers' defeat brings their campaign to an end. Along with Nagaon, Tezpur Titans and Jorhat Stallions have also been eliminated from contention. Article Source: IANS
Dhruv Jurel Gives Major Warning Despite India's Dominant Position In Galle Test vs Sri Lanka
India ended Day 2 on a first innings score of 460, but wicket-keeper batter Dhruv Jurel stressed that things could change quickly in the Test match.
Fatima Sana To Lead Pakistan In Women's Asia Cup And Asian Games 2026
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced its 15-member squads for the Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games, with Fatima Sana returning as captain.
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Sunrisers blown away for 91 before Dunkley, Mooney lead romp to eight-wicket victory
DPL 2026: 'Sarthak Is A Very Good Person', Says Yash Dhull After Central Delhi Kings' Win
Central Delhi Kings: Central Delhi Kings skipper Yash Dhull praised North Delhi Strikers captain Sarthak Ranjan for his character, saying he has immense respect for his fellow captain despite the intense contest between the two sides in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 Sarthak is a very good person. We celebrated, but he is a good person, and I respect him a lot, Dhull said after Central Delhi Kings registered an emphatic eight-wicket victory over North Delhi Strikers at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Sunday. Dhull's comments came after Central Delhi Kings produced a dominant all-round performance, restricting North Delhi to 150/9 before chasing down the target in just 9.3 overs. The Central Delhi skipper led from the front with a breathtaking 69 off just 24 balls, while Siddharth Joon smashed 76 off 24 deliveries as the duo put together a 140-run opening partnership off only 45 balls. Dhull said the team's aggressive approach from the first ball was central to their commanding victory. Our plan was to give a good start to the team in the powerplay because a 150-run match can change anytime. I was also feeling good from the bat, so this was our plan, he said. Central Delhi raced to 112 runs in the mandatory six-over powerplay, completely taking the game away from North Delhi. Dhull said the wicket did not prompt them to change their approach, with the focus instead on positive intent and putting the opposition under immediate pressure. The wicket was the same. Actually, the intent was a little different. I think we came with a positive intent that we will go and express ourselves, he said. When you play aggressively, the bowler also starts putting the ball in his thoughts because he can't put the ball in a good line. So this was our plan, that we will go and express ourselves. Dhull was also impressed by Joon's explosive knock and backed him to take greater responsibility for the side. You have seen Siddharth. He has all the shots. He hits all the shots. I want him to continue his form and, when I am not there, he should take responsibility and win his team, he said. The Kings' bowling unit had earlier done its job by restricting North Delhi to 150/9. Tejas Baroka picked up 2/17, while Gavnish Khurana, Aatrey Tripathi and Abhishek Kumar Yadav claimed two wickets each. Dhull was pleased with the overall performance and hoped the side could maintain the same momentum in their upcoming matches. We were in touch. Our bowling was also good today, so everything went well. I hope it will be the same in the future, he said. The skipper also spoke about adapting between red-ball and white-ball cricket, saying mental preparation is key to making the transition. If you are mentally prepared, whether it's a red ball or a white ball, you can prepare well. This is already a culture in NCA, how to switch quickly, he said. Dhull, however, said he remains focused on making the most of every opportunity rather than worrying about what lies ahead. If you are mentally prepared, whether it's a red ball or a white ball, you can prepare well. This is already a culture in NCA, how to switch quickly, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think that I should focus on the match I am playing. I will think about it later, because you will perform in that match first. Only then can you go ahead, he added. Article Source: IANS
No Sunil Gavaskar: R Ashwin's Top 3 India Test Batters Pick Stuns Internet
Ravichandran Ashwin sitrred a debate as he decided to snub Sunil Gavaskar while picking this top three batters to have played for India.
Ricky Ponting Calls For 'change' After Australia's 'very Embarrassing' Bangladesh Defeat
Tanzid Hasan Tamim: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has called for a change in the Test team after their recent loss to Bangladesh in Darwin on Sunday. Australia's batting has been facing growing scrutiny recently, and it all compounded when the Aussies were catapulted in their own backyard despite being at full strength as Bangladesh scripted a nine-wicket victory. Ponting advocated for injecting youngsters into the batting order and believed that there was enough evidence for a change. This ends up being a very embarrassing defeat. I think its inevitable they have to make a change. I was on the record at the end of last summer thinking that this was the ideal time to start to regenerate this team because of the performances from some of the players, Ponting told Channel 7. Ponting stated that he would be the last one to call for a change, but looking at the performance, he thinks it is inevitable. Look, I'm the last one I want to make change. As a captain or as a player, I wanted to keep the group together. It has to get to a bad point before I start saying you ought to leave somebody out. But there had been enough evidence for me coming here to suggest that they werent going to lose anything or much at all by starting that regeneration, by maybe bringing in another opener, by maybe bringing in someone at No.3. I think that that has to happen, he added. Meanwhile, former Australia bowler Trent Copeland emphasised that losing a Test to Bangladesh in Australia is 'unacceptable.' The players themselves will be, Im sure, distraught with how this has gone, he told SEN. I also think there is an element of them not sitting in this like the world is over either, but this is a completely unacceptable Test match result for Australia. When you are in your own conditions, I dont care about the preparation, I dont care whos playing for Australia even. You cannot lose to Bangladesh in Australia in a Test match. Im hesitant to go all in on it, but this is an embarrassing loss and one thats unacceptable, and the people who will know that most are the 11 blokes whove taken the field, and Andrew McDonald and the coaching group, Copeland added. I also think there is an element of them not sitting in this like the world is over either, but this is a completely unacceptable Test match result for Australia. When you are in your own conditions, I dont care about the preparation, I dont care whos playing for Australia even. You cannot lose to Bangladesh in Australia in a Test match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In the second essay, Australia put up a much better fight, with Cameron Green turning up good as he smashed a 104, but there was little resistance from the other batters, as they were bowled out for 284, with Mehidy Hasan taking a fifer early on Day 4. The visitors were asked to chase 57, which they did pretty easily, losing just one wicket in the previous innings' centurion, Tanzid Hasan, as Shadman Islam and Mominul Haque remained unbeaten to guide them to a historic win. Article Source: IANS
BJP Chief Nitin Nabin Praises Spirit Of Visually Impaired Cricketers
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Sunday interacted with nationallevel visually impaired cricket players at the party's central office in Delhi, complementing them for their inspiring achievements. On this occasion, Nabin praised the players' indomitable spirit and excellent sportsmanship. All players have come to Delhi to participate in the upcoming 'Shri Atal T20 Cricket Cup for Blind'. With the objective of bringing differentlyabled and blind cricket players into the mainstream and encouraging them, the 'Shri Atal Cup' is organised at national and regional levels. This year the 'Shri Atal T20 Cricket Cup for Blind' is being held in Delhi on August 17, 18, and 19. Addressing the players, the BJP President appreciated the event and said that this nationallevel competition for the encouragement of visually impaired players is a highly commendable and inspiring platform. He expressed his wish that all the players continue to spread light in their lives and in society in the same way. Saluting the struggles of the players, Nabin said that their spirit will continue to inspire every citizen of the country that whatever the circumstances may be, one should never let dreams die but move forward in life with even greater passion and determination. In a message on social media platform X, the BJP Chief said, Inspiring interaction with our national-level blind cricketers from Delhi, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir at the BJP Headquarters in New Delhi today. Their grit, passion, and unyielding dedication on the field are a powerful reminder to our youth that no challenge is too big when driven by determination and a dream. Saluting the struggles of the players, Nabin said that their spirit will continue to inspire every citizen of the country that whatever the circumstances may be, one should never let dreams die but move forward in life with even greater passion and determination. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In a message on X, the BJP President said, Paid heartfelt tributes to Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister late Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji on his Punya Tithi at 'Sadaiv Atal'. A towering statesman and true visionary, Atal Ji's life was dedicated to national service, integrity, and good governance. His ideals will forever guide our path towards nation-building. Article Source: IANS
1st Test: Rain Threat Looms Over Sri Lanka Vs India Day 3 In Galle
Galle International Stadium: Rain made its presence felt on Day 2 of the first Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium as a session and a half was washed out due to the downpour in Galle. While the rain played hide and seek with the two teams, India still ended the second day well on top of the hosts, having scored 460/9. Kuldeep Yadav (12*) and Prasidh Krishna (1*) went back unscathed, as all eyes will be on the visitors to see whether they decide to declare their innings or not. The start of the day was delayed due to frequent showers. The lunch was taken early and the start of the play was only possible at 2:35 PM IST. Only 43 overs were bowled, and the visitors made 172 more runs to their overnight total of 288/2. The players and fans hope for some relaxation from the heavens on Day 3; however, the forecast points out to an entirely different prediction. As per AccuWeather, there is an 83% chance of precipitation on Monday in Galle. As per hourly predictions, there is a 51% chance of rain at 10 AM, which stays at 47% at 11AM, 44% at 12 noon, 48% at 1 PM before going to 52% at 2 PM. The possibility of precipitation stands at 45% at 3 PM, 39% at 4 PM and 34% at 5 PM before marginally going up to 40% at 6 PM. This signals that Day 3 can be another start-stop for the two teams. The start of the day was delayed due to frequent showers. The lunch was taken early and the start of the play was only possible at 2:35 PM IST. Only 43 overs were bowled, and the visitors made 172 more runs to their overnight total of 288/2. The players and fans hope for some relaxation from the heavens on Day 3; however, the forecast points out to an entirely different prediction. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For Sri Lanka, debutant off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha gave a much better account of himself by picking three scalps, while left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya returned with 4-109, as the second new ball brought them vital breakthroughs. But India ended the day well ahead. Article Source: IANS
IND vs SL Test Day 2 | I go there and do what the team needs, says Jurel
The wicketkeeper-batter chips in with a vital fifty in Indias first innings in the opening Test against Sri Lanka
I Have Dreamt Of This Moment: Devdutt Padikkal's Heartfelt Reaction After Delivering Statement Knock
Devdutt Padikkal made giant strides towards sealing himself as a long-term number three with Team India, scoring a brisk 167 in 230 balls, with 15 fours and a six.
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1st Test: Padikkal, Rahul, Jurel Carry India To 460/9 Despite New Ball Wickets For Sri Lanka
For Sri Lanka: India seized total command in the first Test against Sri Lanka after closing a rain-truncated day two on 460/9 in 116 overs after Devdutt Padikkals magnificent 167 laid the groundwork for the visitors to extend their domination over the hosts. Only 43 overs were possible after wet weather wiped out the first session and a half. When play resumed, India plundered 172 runs before stumps arrived. At stumps, Kuldeep Yadav (12 not out) and Prasidh Krishna (1 not out) remain at the crease, and it would be interesting to see if an overnight declaration comes from them in order to have a crack at the Sri Lankan batting line-up. Apart from Padikkal, KL Rahul (82) and Dhruv Jurel (51) added vital runs to Indias total. For Sri Lanka, debutant off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha gave a much better account of himself by picking three scalps, while left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya returned with 4-109, as the second new ball brought them vital breakthroughs. Resuming the final session under overcast skies and with reserve umpire Raveendra Wimalasiri stepping in for an unwell Rod Tucker, Sri Lankas spinners initially found success with tight lines. Nuwantha struck early by trapping Ravindra Jadeja lbw for 13 with an arm ball that skidded through and confirmed via a close umpire's call on review. But Jurel seized the momentum back for India. Playing with quiet efficiency, he crafted a breezy 51 off 68 deliveries, laced with four boundaries and a six. He helped India cross the 400-mark alongside Manav Suthar, who pulled Lahiru Kumara ruthlessly into the damp outfield for four before stepping out to launch Nuwantha over cow corner for six. Jurel, though, fell immediately after to a moment of brilliant athleticism. Closing his bat-face off Jayasuriya, Jurel yielded a leading edge that Sri Lankan captain Dhananjaya de Silva grabbed with a magnificent one-handed diving catch at first slip. But Jurel seized the momentum back for India. Playing with quiet efficiency, he crafted a breezy 51 off 68 deliveries, laced with four boundaries and a six. He helped India cross the 400-mark alongside Manav Suthar, who pulled Lahiru Kumara ruthlessly into the damp outfield for four before stepping out to launch Nuwantha over cow corner for six. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 460/9 in 116 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 167, KL Rahul 82; Prabath Jayasuriya 4-109, Keshara Nuwantha 3-175) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
Jurel Reveals How Gambhir and Gill Kept Him Confident
Dhruv Jurel on Sunday said he was not under any pressure despite failing to notch up a fifty in his last seven innings, and thanked head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill for giving him confidence during the lean phase.
1st Test: Devdutt Padikkal's 167 Leaves Sri Lanka Chasing Shadows Despite Late Fightback On Day 2
Devdutt Padikkal, who started from 131, brought up his maiden 150 in 215 balls when he pulled pacer Asitha Fernando for a boundary.
How India Batters Tackled Rain Delays, SL Spinners on Day 2
Sri Lanka fought back with seven wickets from Prabath Jayasuriya and Keshara Nuwantha on rain-hit Day 2 of the first Test, but Devdutt Padikkal's superb 167 powered India to 460-9.
IND vs SL Test Day 2: Padikkal and Jurel consolidate Indias position on rain-hit day
The former makes 167 while the latter holds the lower-order together with a fine fifty as Gills men reach 460 for nine at stumps; Rahul falls soon after returning to the crease; spinners Prabath and Nuwantha share seven wickets
DPL 2026: Dhull, Joon Fifties Power Central Delhi Kings To Eight-wicket Win
Central Delhi Kings: Captain Yash Dhull and Siddharth Joon produced a stunning batting display as Central Delhi Kings thrashed North Delhi Strikers by eight wickets in match 28 of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Sunday. Chasing 151 for victory, Central Delhi Kings made light work of the target as Dhull and Joon launched an aggressive assault from the very first ball. The opening pair put together a blistering 140-run partnership for the first wicket in just 45 deliveries, taking the game away from North Delhi in the powerplay itself. Central Delhi raced to 112 runs in the mandatory powerplay, completely dominating the Strikers' bowling attack. Joon was the more explosive of the two, smashing a sensational 76 off just 24 balls. His innings included six fours and eight sixes, with the opener striking at 316.67. Dhull was equally destructive at the other end, scoring 69 off 24 deliveries with nine boundaries and four sixes. The Central Delhi skipper's aggressive knock ensured the chase remained firmly under his team's control. Both batters were dismissed in successive overs with the target within sight, but the damage had already been done. Yugal Saini and Keshav Dabas then completed the chase as Central Delhi Kings reached 151/2 in only 9.3 overs to register a commanding eight-wicket victory with 63 balls to spare. Earlier, Central Delhi had restricted North Delhi Strikers to 150/9 after opting to field. The Strikers struggled to build partnerships as Central Delhi's bowlers picked up wickets at regular intervals. Money Grewal provided the first breakthrough by dismissing captain Sarthak Ranjan for 10. Earlier, Central Delhi had restricted North Delhi Strikers to 150/9 after opting to field. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Leg-spinner Tejas Baroka was the pick of the Central Delhi bowling attack, returning impressive figures of 2/17 from his four overs. Gavnish Khurana (2/25), Aatrey Tripathi (2/43) and Abhishek Kumar Yadav (2/37) also claimed two wickets each to keep the Strikers to 150/9. Article Source: IANS
Nuwantha, Jayasuriya make an impact but India well ahead
Sri Lanka's spin duo shared six of the seven wickets to fall on a rain-hit day where only 43 overs were possible
'Time To Drop Pant': Fans Fume After Galle Dismissal
Rishabh Pant's dismissal for 39 against Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle has once again brought his shot selection under intense scrutiny, with fans and former cricketers criticising his inability to convert starts into bigger scores.
1st Test: Padikkal, Rahul, Jurel Carry India To 460/9 Despite Sri Lankas Spin Fightback (Ld)
Galle International Stadium: Left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal struck a commanding career-best score of 167 as India reached 460/9 in 116 overs on a rainhit day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Sunday. Heavy showers in the morning wiped out the first session and a half, thus restricting play to only 43 overs. India capitalised on the time available by adding 172 runs even as Sri Lankas spinners made inroads with the second new ball. India lost seven wickets in the shortened day but remain well placed in the game, with the pitch offering more assistance than anticipated to spinners. Kuldeep Yadav (12 not out) and Prasidh Krishna (1 not out) were at the crease at stumps, leaving open the possibility of an overnight declaration to press for early breakthroughs in Sri Lankas batting order. Padikkals innings was the backbone of Indias effort, as he combined patience with controlled aggression to dish out a masterclass on batting in the sub-continent. KL Rahul added 82 and Dhruv Jurel chipped in with a breezy 51, apart from him sharing a 55-run stand with Manav Suthar. Sri Lanka found some encouragement through debutant offspinner Keshara Nuwantha, who picked up three wickets, while leftarm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya returned figures of 4-109 to stop India from running away with the game. Resuming from 288/2 after a completely washed-out morning session and multiple rain delays, India added 76 runs in an extended 85-minute afternoon session, though they lost three wickets to Sri Lanka's resurgence with the new ball, especially with the hosts being disciplined in their bowling effort. Padikkal showed no signs of slowing down as he flicked pacer Asitha Fernando over mid-on for four to reach his first-ever score of 150 in Tests. It also made Padikkal only the third Indian batter after Rahul Dravid (2009) and Cheteshwar Pujara (2017) to score 150-plus at number three against Sri Lanka. Rishabh Pant (39) looked to attack from the outset after taking the field alongside Padikkal, but fell to debutant off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha shortly after Sri Lanka opted for the second new ball. On the fourth ball of the 81st over pitched outside the off-stump, Pant charged down the wicket, lost his shape, and sliced a high catch to wide mid-off to hand Nuwantha his maiden Test scalp. Rahul, who returned to bat after retiring hurt on 77 on Saturday due to right forearm cramps, added five runs before Nuwantha extracted sharp turn and bounce to have him caught at forward short leg for 82. Padikkal's 230-ball marathon ended when left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya foxed him with a flatter and wide ball while dancing down the pitch and was stumped by Niroshan Dickwella. Padikkal struck 15 boundaries and a six during his commanding knock, as he left the field to a standing ovation from both the crowd and his teammates. Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja safely negotiated the remaining overs till tea break arrived. Post that, resuming the final session under overcast skies and with reserve umpire Raveendra Wimalasiri stepping in for an unwell Rod Tucker, Sri Lankas spinners initially found success with tight lines. Nuwantha struck early by trapping Jadeja lbw for 13 with an arm ball that skidded through and confirmed via a close umpire's call on review. But Jurel seized the momentum back for India. Playing with quiet efficiency, he crafted a breezy 51 off 68 deliveries, laced with four boundaries and a six. He helped India cross the 400-mark alongside Suthar, who pulled Lahiru Kumara ruthlessly into the damp outfield for four before stepping out to launch Nuwantha over cow corner for six. Jurel, though, fell immediately after to a moment of brilliant athleticism. Closing his bat-face off Jayasuriya, Jurel offered a leading edge that Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva grabbed through a magnificent one-handed diving catch at first slip. Mohammed Siraj clobbered a 79-kph delivery from Nuwantha high over long-on for six, before he miscued a slower ball from Fernando to mid-off. He helped India cross the 400-mark alongside Suthar, who pulled Lahiru Kumara ruthlessly into the damp outfield for four before stepping out to launch Nuwantha over cow corner for six. Jurel, though, fell immediately after to a moment of brilliant athleticism. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 460/9 in 116 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 167, KL Rahul 82; Prabath Jayasuriya 4-109, Keshara Nuwantha 3-175) against Sri Lanka Article Source: IANS
India continue batting onslaught in rain-marred day 2, set up crucial third day in Galle
India and Sri Lanka continued their ongoing first Test of the series. The two sides met for day 2 of the clash at the Galle International Stadium on August 16th. It is worth noting that...
APL: Sidhartha Sankar Baruah's Blazing Cameo Seals Five-wicket Win As Dibrugarh Warriors Enter Semis
Assam Cricket Association Stadium: Dibrugarh Warriors became the first semi-finalists of the Assam Premier League after completing a five-wicket victory over Jorhat Stallions at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati on Sunday. Chasing 133, Dibrugarh reached 134/5 in 18.2 overs, with an unbeaten 24 off just nine balls from Sidhartha Sankar Baruah providing the perfect finish. After opting to field, Dibrugarh's bowlers kept Jorhat under pressure from the outset. Nihar Narah was dismissed for a duck before captain Swarupam Purkayastha briefly counter-attacked with 22 off 14 balls. Rajveer Singh then steadied the innings with 26 off 33 deliveries, but Dibrugarh continued to pick up wickets at regular intervals. Ranjan Bikash Das and Jitumoni Kalita led the bowling effort with three wickets apiece. Ranjan finished with 3/35, while captain Kalita was outstanding with 3/12 from his four overs. Sidhartha Sankar Baruah also chipped in with 2/13, as Jorhat were restricted to 132/8. In reply, Dibrugarh lost Parvej Musaraf early, but Diwiz Pathak and Rituraj Biswas put together a crucial partnership. Pathak scored 31 off 26 balls, while Rituraj anchored the chase with a well-made 38 off 37 deliveries. Ayush Agarwal contributed 12 before being dismissed, leaving Dibrugarh needing a further push to close out the chase. Ranjan Bikash Das and Jitumoni Kalita led the bowling effort with three wickets apiece. Ranjan finished with 3/35, while captain Kalita was outstanding with 3/12 from his four overs. Sidhartha Sankar Baruah also chipped in with 2/13, as Jorhat were restricted to 132/8. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The five-wicket win takes Dibrugarh Warriors to 12 points from eight matches and back to the summit of the league table confirming their top four spot. Barak Legends remain second with 11 points, while Guwahati Royals are third with 10 points. Article Source: IANS
AB de Villiers hails star India batter after magnificent show against Sri Lanka in Galle
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Mehidy Hasan Miraz Bowls An Unplayable Delivery To Australia Star, Video Goes Viral
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Shanto Wants Entire Bangladesh Team To Share Player-of-the-Match Award After Historic Australia Win
Najmul Hossain Shanto: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto hailed a complete team effort after his side registered a historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test in Darwin, saying the result was built on contributions from players across the XI. It was Bangladeshs first-ever Test win in Australia, coming in only their third match in the country. Their fast bowlers set the tone on the opening day before Tanzid Hasans maiden Test century, valuable lower-order runs and Mehidy Hasan Mirazs all-round brilliance helped seal a memorable victory. I think the Bangladesh team should be given the Player-of-the-Match trophy. Everyone contributed in some way or other, Shanto said. Of course, Tamims maiden hundred in only his second Test is always special. Miraz has done this type of performance in the past before. He was just outstanding with bat and ball. I was really proud of the way our lower order batted in this game. Hasan, Taijul, Taskin and even Ebadot. We usually dont get a lot out of their batting so this was a really important contribution in this game. We must give them credit. Hasan Mahmud was awarded Player of the Match for taking nine wickets, and Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain got Australia out on 198 after Shanto had lost the toss. This was only the second instance in which Bangladesh's fast bowlers had taken all ten wickets in an innings. If you look at the first session of the match, I think the way Hasan, Taskin and Ebadot bowled, that set the tone for this match, Shanto said. I think Hasan has been outstanding. He consistently performed before he came here. He performed well in county cricket which he said was similar to conditions here. The fast bowlers are bowling really well in the last few years. We also have two quality spinners in Taijul [Islam] and [Mehidy Hasan] Miraz. I thought Miraz used the conditions pretty well, especially in the second innings, and they have their experience. They have played a lot of Test matches and they know their role. So really happy to see them perform. Mehidy achieved his 15th five-wicket haul in Test matches, and Taijul Islam got rid of Marnus Labuschagne at a vital point during Australia's second innings, as well as scoring some important runs even though he was suffering from a finger injury. Shanto also congratulated Tanzid Hasan on his first century, which he achieved in only his second Test, and he praised the resilience shown by the lower order, enabling Bangladesh to reach 426 in the first innings. Bangladesh had joined the Test match after having been all out for only 54 in their friendly game against the Cricket Australia XI and after suffering an innings loss to Zimbabwe in the previous Test, and Shanto stated that neither of those results had affected the team's confidence. We didnt play well in that practice game, but thats cricket for you. We however treated it as a practice game, we werent too down after that game. We spoke about our mistakes, but we were also giving everyone a chance to bat and bowl in that game. We treated it like a proper practice match, but it didnt reflect a lot in this Test match. We also didnt do well against Zimbabwe, though those were pretty tough conditions. But as I dont think we lost too much confidence since that game. The players were still in good shape, as we knew that we can turn things around. We also had the 2-0 win against Pakistan in May, in our mind. Shanto said Bangladesh had focused on embracing the challenge of playing Australia rather than worrying about the conditions. We have to admit that these are tough conditions. They have a world-class batting line-up, a world-class bowling attack. They are a fantastic cricket team, Shanto said. But ahead of this tour, we were having a conversation about not getting any opportunity of playing in Australia. Batting well against their bowling line-up, and bowling well to their batters, so we wanted to enjoy doing these things rather than feel worried about the conditions. We accepted the challenge, which showed in the way we adapted and enjoyed in this Test match. The landmark victory prompted celebrations back home, with Shanto revealing that Bangladeshs prime minister Tarique Rahman called to congratulate the team. We have to admit that these are tough conditions. They have a world-class batting line-up, a world-class bowling attack. They are a fantastic cricket team, Shanto said. But ahead of this tour, we were having a conversation about not getting any opportunity of playing in Australia. Batting well against their bowling line-up, and bowling well to their batters, so we wanted to enjoy doing these things rather than feel worried about the conditions. We accepted the challenge, which showed in the way we adapted and enjoyed in this Test match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I prefer keeping myself grounded. It is my nature. We should definitely celebrate this win. We get these moments very few times in our life, so we should spend the whole day in celebrating this win. Article Source: IANS
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Mehidy Hasan Miraz scripts history, achieves massive with stellar all-round show against Australia
Bangladesh scripted history and defeated Australia in the first Test of the ongoing two-game series. The two sides met for the first Test in Darwin, and Bangladesh registered a nine-wicket win , defeating Australia on their home ground for the first time in their history of Test cricket.
1st Test: Need To Stick To Plans From Ball One To Stay Alive In WTC Final Race, Says Chandimal
Senior Sri Lanka: Senior Sri Lanka batter Dinesh Chandimal admitted that his team's bowling unit was on and off on day one of the ongoing first Test against India, adding that disciplined execution from ball one is vital if the hosts are to harbour hopes of winning the crucial two-match series and stay alive in the race of the World Test Championship (WTC) final. Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners at the Galle International Stadium. It meant left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and took India to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the landmark 600th Test match for the visitors. It was a tough day for us. The pitch, it was like a normal day one pitch at Galle. Credit goes to India batters, they were outstanding throughout the day yesterday. But, still, we have to bowl in the right areas, so if we can do that, we can come in good, Chandimal said in a chat with broadcasters ahead of day twos play, which has been delayed due to rain. Speaking about his joint-record of six Test centuries at Galle alongside batting icons Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, Chandimal reflected on his penchant for scoring at the coastal venue. It's great to hear that. It's always good to be among those legends. If you are playing in Galle, you always know that it is a tough place to play, especially for the batters but I'm really proud about my performance, he added. Offering key tactical advice for younger batters tackling spin on a slow surface, Chandimal highlighted the importance of solid defensive technique and shot selection. When you look at the pitch, it was really slow, slow spin there. You need to have a proper defence and proper sweep. So, if you can follow that really well, you can come good as a batter. Recalling Sri Lanka's famous come-from-behind victory against India at Galle in 2015, where his counter-attacking 162 turned the match on its head, Chandimal drew inspiration from past heroics. It was a really good game. We came to the ground, actually, we packed our bags and we came to the ground on the fourth day because the pitch was so tough. But luckily I changed that game scoring 162 and we won that game. So, it is a good memorable thing as a batter and as a player, winning a game for your country, it's always a pleasure. Comparing the surface with the one used in their previous Test against Bangladesh, Chandimal noted that rain had left early moisture in the surface, making initial bowling discipline even more imperative. The Bangladesh pitch was a little bit dry. When you look at yesterday's pitch, I think the pitch was a little bit damp with this rain. So, as I said earlier, credit goes to India batters. But as a bowling unit, I feel that we should have done better yesterday, especially the first session. I thought if we could have got another one or two wickets in the first session, we would have been in the game. But, as a bowling unit, we are on and off. Today, you have to stick with your plans and you have to go from ball one, he added. Acknowledging the stern challenge posed by Indian spin duo Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav along with young left-arm spinner Manav Suthar, Chandimal warned that batting would get progressively tougher in the final innings. I thought if we could have got another one or two wickets in the first session, we would have been in the game. But, as a bowling unit, we are on and off. Today, you have to stick with your plans and you have to go from ball one, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Highlighting the overarching stakes of the series in terms of WTC final qualification, Chandimal concluded with a firm declaration of intent. As a team, that is our target, to win this game and win this series. If you want to stay in the (WTC) table, these two games are very important as a team. So, I'm sure, if we get a chance to play in this game, we are trying our best to deliver our stuff. Article Source: IANS
'Momentous Achievement for Bangladesh Cricket'
Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop hailed Bangladesh's momentous achievement after their stunning nine-wicket win over Australia in the first Test in Darwin on Sunday.
'We Were Completely Outplayed,' Admits Smith After Australia's Loss Against Bangladesh
Great Barrier Reef Arena: Australia batter Steve Smith admitted his side was simply outplayed by Bangladesh in all three departments after suffering a historic nine-wicket defeat in the opening Test of the two-match series at Marrara Oval on Sunday. Bangladesh bowled Australia out for 198 in the first innings before posting 426 in reply. The hosts showed some resistance in their second innings, with Cameron Green scoring 104, but were eventually dismissed for 284, leaving Bangladesh with only 57 runs to win. Pretty simple: we were outplayed. I thought Bangladesh bowled really well the first morning, really disciplined. Our batters probably werent disciplined enough, Smith said after Australia suffered their first Test defeat of the series as quoted by The Daily Star. Bangladesh completed the chase in just 14.2 overs, with Mominul Haque remaining unbeaten on 30 and Shadman Islam making 25 not out, to secure their first-ever Test victory on Australian soil. Smith admitted Australia failed to build partnerships despite several batters getting starts. They got too many in front, and we werent able to catch it up yesterday on what was a pretty decent wicket to bat on. A couple of us got starts and didnt go on with it. Greeny, I thought, played really nicely to get a hundred, but he didnt have any partners to go with him, he said. Greens 104 provided Australia with their biggest resistance in the second innings, but Bangladeshs Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed 5-52 to dismantle the Australian middle and lower order, while Hasan Mahmud finished with match figures of 9-111. Smith felt Australia needed a substantially bigger lead to remain competitive in the Test. We needed probably 200 at least plus to be in the game there, he said. The defeat marked only Australias second Test loss to Bangladesh, with their previous defeat coming in Dhaka in 2017. It also handed Bangladesh a 1-0 lead in the two-match series and ensured they cannot lose the series. Despite the big defeat, Smith backed Australia to bounce back and insisted the result should not overshadow their sustained performances as the worlds top-ranked Test side. I hope its one bad week. Were the number one team for a reason. Weve played really good, consistent cricket over a long period of time, and this week was a bit of a blip, he said. Smith also gave full credit to Bangladesh for their performance throughout the four-day Test. I hope its one bad week. Were the number one team for a reason. Weve played really good, consistent cricket over a long period of time, and this week was a bit of a blip, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The second Test will be played next week at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, where Australia will look to level the series, and Bangladesh will aim to complete a historic series victory. Article Source: IANS
From Beating India In 2007 WC To Taming Aussies In Darwin: 5 Biggest Upsets By Bangladesh
Najmul Hossain Shanto: Bangladesh have managed to pull off a miraculous win over Australia in the first Test match of the ongoing two-game series. Najmul Hossain Shanto's team tamed a full-strength Australian side in Darwin on Sunday to achieve what will be remembered far from the boundary ropes and for ages to come. Captain Shanto called it he biggest win for Bangladesh in any format, and it reflects considering how big a mountain they have moved. Playing without their premier fast bowlers Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam, both of whom were not available due to injuries, and defeating a full-strength Australian team will indeed stand out as their biggest achievement to date. Here, IANS takes a look at five biggest upsets that Bangladesh have ever produced in all formats. 1999 World Cup win over Pakistan Bangladesh's win over Pakistan in the 1999 ODI World Cup is one of the biggest moments for them. They stunned the 1992 champions Pakistan and finalists of the 1999 ODI World Cup in a group stage match, which showed them the way that they can beat top sides in the world. Batting first in Northampton, Bangladesh had put up 223/9, a total which seemed below par. But Khaled Mahmud turned out to be a hero with the ball as he took three wickets and triggered the Pakistan collapse. The team had the likes of Saeed Anwar, Shahid Afridi, Inzamam-ul-Haq and Saleem Malik as top batters, but Mahmud removed the cream of Pakistan's batting with wickets of Afridi, Inzamam and Saleem. In no time, Pakistan were 42/5, and they could never recover from it, getting bowled out for 161. This win also helped Bangladesh earn a full-member ICC status in 2000. Bangladesh's 2005 NatWest win over Australia Another historic moment in Bangladesh's cricket odyssey arrived in 2005 when they famously stunned the 2005 Australian Invincibles. A team that won the 1999 and the 2003 World Cup and featured the likes of legends Adam Gilchrist, Matthew Hayden, Ricky Ponting, Michael Hussey, Michael Clarke and Glenn McGrath was defeated by a minnow-considered side led by Habibul Bashar. The Aussies put up a fine display in the first innings despite a shaky start when they lost Gilchrist and Ponting with the team's score standing at 9/2. Strong outings from Damien Martyn (77) and Michael Clarke (54) helped the Aussies put 249/5 in Cardiff. However, Mohammad Ashraful etched his name into the history books after scoring 100 from 101 balls as he guided the team home, with Aftab Ahmed also scoring a quick-fire 21 from 13 deliveries. This was their first-ever ODI win against the Aussies. The 2007 upset of India in ODI World Cup Another huge result for Bangladesh in their cricket history was beating a strong Indian side in the 2007 ODI World Cup. The Men in Blue had a horror time from 2006 onwards and didn't had the confidence heading into the World Cup in the Caribbean. Still, beating a team like stars with Sourav Ganguly, Virender Sehwag, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, among others, stands as one of their most accomplished outings in international cricket. India were bowled out for 191 in the first innings after Mashrafe Mortaza picked up a four-wicket haul and Abdur Razzak and Mohammad Rafique took three each. Mushfiqur Rahim held the chase firmly with his 107-ball unbeaten 56, while Shakib Al Hasan also scored a crucial 53 from 86 deliveries. Rahim and Mohammad Ashraful ended the match in a five-wicket win for Bangladesh, which played a long way in India's group-stage exit from the tournament. Bangladesh's historic win over New Zealand in 2022 Bangladesh achieved a huge result in the first Test of their two-match trip to New Zealand in 2022. The side, led by Mominul Haque, defeated the 2021 World Test Champions in their own backyard in Mount Maunganui, which marked their first-ever Test win in SENA nations. Although New Zealand were missing Kane Williamson, they still had the likes of Tom Latham, Ross Taylor, Tim Southee, Neil Wagner, and Kyle Jamieson. Moreover, New Zealand were on a 17-game winning streak at home, which the Bangla Tigers famously ended. New Zealand made a strong 328 in the first innings with Devon Conway hitting a hundred. Bangladesh replied well with 458, with Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shanto, Mominul and Litton Das all hitting half centuries. Ebadot Hossain took a six-wicket haul in the second innings as the hosts were bowled out for 169 before the Asian side scripted a famous eight-wicket win. Bangladesh's win over Australia in Darwin New Zealand made a strong 328 in the first innings with Devon Conway hitting a hundred. Bangladesh replied well with 458, with Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shanto, Mominul and Litton Das all hitting half centuries. Ebadot Hossain took a six-wicket haul in the second innings as the hosts were bowled out for 169 before the Asian side scripted a famous eight-wicket win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hasan Mahmud, right-arm speedster, stood tall and picked up a six-wicket haul in the first innings to bowl Australia out for 198. Tanzid Hasan Tamim replied with a century and helped Bangladesh make 426 in the first innings. Aussies put up a fight with Cameron Green scoring a hundred but ended up making only 284, handing a meagre target of 57 to the Asian side, which they chased down with nine wickets in hand. Article Source: IANS
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Unacceptable And Embarrassing: Legends Slam Australia After Test Loss To Bangladesh
Great Barrier Reef Arena: Former players and experts have tore into Australia's performance on Sunday following their nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the first Test, with all of them being unanimous in saying that it is one of the biggest upsets in Australian cricket history and an unacceptable result for the top-ranked side. At the Marrara Stadium, Australia were on the backfoot from day one after being bowled out for 198 in their first innings, and with Bangladesh chasing down 57 on day four for a memorable win, the hosts are now 1-0 behind in the two-game series. Evaluating the magnitude of the defeat, former Australia batter Mark Waugh noted that the hosts paid a heavy price for being off their game against a spirited Bangladesh. The Australians have been off their game and they have paid the price. This could possibly be the biggest upset I could remember in Australian cricket in Australia. The West Indies beat Australia at the Gabba three or four years ago and that was an upset. But this one, given the fact their two best bowlers are not playing, the ICC rankings on the table, the powerful Australian team back at full strength with their bowling line-up, it is a big one, this one, he said to broadcasters Fox Sports. With the Australian top-order faltering, Waugh also suggested that selection changes might be on the cards ahead of the second Test starting at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay on August 22, as the venue hosts its first-ever mens Test. You have to bite the bullet at some stage if the batting keeps failing. It is as simple as that, no matter who the opposition is. I think Weatherald is the one most under pressure and it would not surprise me if there were two changes. It would be nice to give someone a Test match leading into South Africa, he said. However, former leg-spinner Kerry OKeeffe expects the team management to hold back on immediate knee-jerk changes. I think the inside intel is that Marnus and Weatherald will be given another chance with the fast bowlers one-nil down the series, he said. Former Australia women's captain Alyssa Healy described the outcome as a timely wake-up call for the Australian squad ahead of a demanding international schedule. We have got carried away with how big this summer is but this is a wakeup call for Australia and probably one they needed after breezing through last summer in what was a really big summer for Australian cricket. They were coming off the real high of that and then looking ahead to this summer and some big contests but they have been challenged early and if it does come to be that they lose this Test match, I think they will reflect on that and think, Maybe we need to improve in some areas to make sure we stay on top of the world? she said. Former opener David Warner expressed confidence that the team would mount a strong comeback in the second Test in Mackay, driven by disappointment over their performance. Therell be a huge response. This is a massive thing in Australian sport. Australia is supposed to dominate cricket in this country. You lose an Ashes series or you lose a Test series against India, like Australia did, and you know what the media headlines are going to be. But from that standpoint, the players wouldnt be worrying about that. Theyll be just filthy and sort of disgusted, in a way, about their performance, but they know that theres a job at hand, said Warner. Former opener David Warner expressed confidence that the team would mount a strong comeback in the second Test in Mackay, driven by disappointment over their performance. Therell be a huge response. This is a massive thing in Australian sport. Australia is supposed to dominate cricket in this country. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When you are in your own conditions, I don't care the preparation, I don't care who's playing for Australia even. You cannot lose to Bangladesh in Australia in a Test match. I'm hesitant to go all in on it, but this is an embarrassing loss and one that's unacceptable, and the people who will know that most are the 11 blokes who've taken the field, and Andrew McDonald and the coaching group. Article Source: IANS
'We better do it quickly': Cummins admits Australia must change
Australia's cricket captain Pat Cummins acknowledged the team's batting struggles after a surprising nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin. Despite excellent preparations, the top-ranked Test nation failed to post significant scores, with only Steve Smith and Cameron Green showing resilience. Cummins hinted at potential team changes and emphasised the need for batters to review their approach ahead of the second Test.
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'Goal Is To Win Trophies': Klaasen Speaks Up Ahead Of The Hundred Final
European T20 Premier League: Heinrich Klaasen has set his sights on winning trophies for the teams that he plays for after having hung up his boots from international cricket. Klaasen, who is plying his trade for Manchester Super Giants in the ongoing The Hundred gears up for the final against 2022 champions Trent Rockets on Sunday in what is a rematch of 2022's final. Speaking ahead of the final, Klaasen laid down his main goals in franchise competitions. Winning trophies is one goal. Its been a lean run on the trophies, so the personal goal is to get into, and get the team into positions to win trophies. Then, obviously, a big challenge now, playing less cricket, is to keep the quality of cricket up, he told JioHotstar. Klaasen had a stellar IPL 2026 with Sunrisers Hyderabad, wherein he scored 624 runs in 15 innings and had an impressive start to The Hundred too. I had a good IPL, Ive had a good start to The Hundred, it was a little bit silent in the middle, but the key was to get some runs under the belt and keep my standard up to what it normally is, Klaasen added. Klaasen has been one of the busiest players in franchise cricket since he retired from international cricket in June 2025. Apart from the IPL and The Hundred, he appears in the SA20 (Durban Super Giants), is set to make his debut in the ILT20 with the Gulf Giants and will be in action for the Rotterdam Dockers in the inaugural European T20 Premier League. Klaasen had a stellar IPL 2026 with Sunrisers Hyderabad, wherein he scored 624 runs in 15 innings and had an impressive start to The Hundred too. I had a good IPL, Ive had a good start to The Hundred, it was a little bit silent in the middle, but the key was to get some runs under the belt and keep my standard up to what it normally is, Klaasen added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, the former Proteas star also listed one Indian bowler he loves facing and the other that he wants to avoid. I love facing Yuzvendra Chahal, while I would happily avoid Arshdeep Singh with the new ball, he said. Article Source: IANS
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Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman was en route to Kishoreganj when the Tiger squad sealed this historic win.
'We Gave It Our All Every Second,' Says Mahmud After Bangladesh's Historic Win
Great Barrier Reef Arena: Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud credited disciplined execution and complete dedication after being named Player of the Match following his sides historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the opening Test at Marrara Oval on Sunday. Mahmud was instrumental in Bangladesh securing their first-ever Test win on Australian soil, finishing with match figures of 9-111. His six-wicket haul in Australias first innings helped bowl the hosts out for 198 on the opening day, while he added three more wickets in the second innings. Bangladesh then chased down a target of 57 in just 14.2 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Mominul Haque remained unbeaten on 30, while Shadman Islam scored an unbeaten 25. Reflecting on the preparation that went into the historic victory, Mahmud said the team focused on trusting their process rather than worrying about the result. We gave it our all every single second during our pre-match practice sessions, keeping a clear mindset to trust our process and focus on the execution rather than the end result. We were fully prepared to grind it out over all five days, knowing the results would naturally follow, Mahmud said after the match. Bangladesh had entered the Test as overwhelming underdogs after suffering an innings defeat to a Cricket Australia XI in their warm-up game, including being bowled out for just 54. However, they produced a commanding performance in the Test, posting 426 in their first innings after a maiden Test century from opener Tanzid Hasan and a valuable 65 from Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Mahmud said detailed planning against Australias formidable batting line-up was important, but executing those plans consistently made the difference. Although we had specific team plans mapped out with the coaches and analysts after studying video footage, executing those plans consistently out on the field was what made the difference, he said. Bowling first on a grassy pitch still required immense patience and persistence. It was all about sticking to disciplined lines and lengths, delivery after delivery, he added. The victory is Bangladeshs second Test win over Australia, following their famous triumph in Dhaka in 2017. It also means Bangladesh cannot lose the two-match series. Bowling first on a grassy pitch still required immense patience and persistence. It was all about sticking to disciplined lines and lengths, delivery after delivery, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The second Test will be played next week at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, with Bangladesh now looking to complete a historic series victory over the top-ranked Australians. Article Source: IANS
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1st Test: Day Twos Play To Commence At 2:35pm After Rain Subsides In Galle
Galle International Stadium: Relentless and stop-start rain since Sunday morning has finally relented to pave the way for play to commence on day two of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka, with action now set to commence at 2:35pm at the Galle International Stadium here on Sunday. Following a completely washed-out morning session and a delayed afternoon session, bright sunshine broke through the rain and clouds, allowing the ground staff to clear the covers and prepare the playing surface. Initially, the play was to resume at 2:15pm, before a late short spell of rain meant the start time became 2:35pm. A tea break will be taken from 4pm to 4:20pm, with the final session scheduled to be played from 4:20pm to 5:45pm. Play can also be extended by an additional 30 minutes to maximize overs lost to weather disruptions. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But now the rain has meant the officials are targeting to bowl 43 overs on day two. Earlier on Saturday, India ended their 20-Test wait for a century from the crucial number three position when left-hander Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled, unbeaten 131 off 178 balls and take the visitors to a commanding 288/2 in 73 overs in the sides landmark 600th Test match. Play was originally scheduled to begin 15 minutes ahead of time at 9:45 am local time to compensate for overs lost to inclement weather on day one. But now the rain has meant the officials are targeting to bowl 43 overs on day two. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka struggled to maintain consistent pressure despite the pitch offering occasional sharp turn for the spinners. With the second new ball just seven overs away, Sri Lanka will face an uphill battle to curtail India's control once play resumes in what is also Galles 50th Test match. Article Source: IANS
Cummins won't rule out changes to outplayed Australia for second Test
Bangladesh pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Test cricket history when they beat Australia in the Northern Territory capital
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Fatima Sana Returns To Lead Pakistan In Womens T20 Asia Cup And Asian Games
Dubai International Cricket Stadium: Seam-bowling all-rounder Fatima Sana has returned to lead Pakistan in the upcoming Womens T20 Asia Cup and the Asian Games as the national selectors on Sunday announced two 15-member squads for the quadrenniel event. Fatima had missed the T20I leg of Pakistans recent tour of Sri Lanka to fulfill her commitments with Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred, which made her the first female cricketer from Pakistan to play in the 100-ball competition. Also returning to the Pakistan T20I squad are left-arm spinner Sadia Iqbal, who was not part of the tour of Sri Lanka, and batter Gull Feroza, who was left out of the recent T20Is but featured in the ODI leg of the tour. For the Asian Games to be played in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, Sadia, Waheeda Akhtar, and Najiha Alvi have been omitted, with Aliya Riaz, Tasmia Rubab, and Humna Bilal taking their places. However, veteran fast bowler Diana Baig could not find a spot in both squads and is missing out even from the list of reserve players. As per the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the national team will assemble for a 10-day preparation camp at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore starting from Sunday until August 25. The womens Asia Cup is set to be played from August 28 to September 13, with all matches to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan are placed in Group A alongside Hong Kong-China, India and Thailand. They will open their Asia Cup campaign against Thailand on September 1. They will then take on arch-rivals and seven-time winners India on September 5 and Hong Kong-China on September 7. While the semi-finals will take place on September 10 and 11, the final is scheduled to be held on September 13. In the Asian Games womens cricket event, Pakistan is seeded with Thailand and will play them in the fourth quarter-final on September 17. All the matches are scheduled to take place at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi. Pakistan will face either Sri Lanka or Malaysia if they qualify for the semi-final on September 20. The Bronze and Gold Medal matches will take place on September 22. Pakistan won Gold Medals in the 2010, 2014 editions of the Asian Games womens cricket event and finished fourth in the 2022 edition. Pakistan squad for ACC womens Asia Cup: Fatima Sana (captain), Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (wk), Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar. Reserves Tasmia Rubab, Humna Bilal, Maham Anees, Sadaf Shamas Pakistan squad for ACC womens Asia Cup: Fatima Sana (captain), Ayesha Zafar, Eman Naseer, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Momina Riasat, Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (wk), Najiha Alvi, Nashra Sundhu, Sadia Iqbal, Saira Jabeen, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Reserves Natalia Parvaiz, Waheeda Akhtar, Sadia Iqbal, Syeda Aroob Shah, Rameen Shamim Article Source: IANS
'Something We Dreamed Of': Bangladesh Celebrates Historic Cricket Win
Former players and fans hailed Bangladesh's first-ever Test win in Australia on Sunday as the country's biggest achievement in the five-day game, saying it could be a turning point for their cricketing ambitions. Bangladesh sealed a historic nine-wicket thrashing inside four days in Darwin, marking their first ever Test victory on Australian soil and only second against their formidable opponents. This is, I think, the biggest achievement for Bangladesh cricket in Test matches, former captain Akram Khan told AFP. It was something we dreamed of but perhaps none of us expected Bangladesh to dominate and win like this. We are extremely happy and proud. Akram said the big win was built on a complete team performance rather than individual brilliance. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud laid the foundation with a career-best 6-55 as Australia were bowled out for 198 on the opening day. Bangladesh then took charge through Tanzid Hasan's maiden Test century, backed by important contributions from captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Former spinner and national selector Abdur Razzak said the victory strengthened Bangladesh's case for more Test opportunities against Australia. This was just the seventh Test match between the teams. If you look at this Test and our position in the World Test Championship, there is no reason why we should not get more opportunities, he said. Razzak credited years of investment in domestic first-class cricket and Bangladesh's Test programme for the team's progress. Former Bangladesh women's captain Rumana Ahmed said the team's emphatic all-round display made the win especially significant. Hasan Mahmud was back in the team after a long time and he did very well, taking six wickets in the first innings. That was a major factor, she said. Tanzid's hundred was historic for him as well. The batters took responsibility and scoring more than 400 in the first innings was extraordinary. The result was all the more remarkable because Bangladesh had been bowled out for just 54 by a Cricket Australia XI in a warm-up match days earlier. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman congratulated the team on a video call with the players. We're all eagerly waiting to welcome you home, he said on social media. Die-hard fans also savoured the win. As a cricket fan of Bangladesh we don't get occasions to celebrate very often, Sefat Hasan Sumaiya said. Winning against Australia in Australia seems surreal. It feels like a national festival. Another fan, Sahadat Ahmed Bhuiya, called it one of the defining victories in the nation's cricket history. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Winning a Test in Australia within four days is a huge achievement, he said.
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How Bangladesh's pacers shocked No 1 Australia
Bangladesh achieved a historic nine-wicket victory over top-ranked Australia in the first Test in Darwin, marking their first Test win in Australia. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto credited the team's focus on pace bowling for this significant upset, highlighting a shift in mindset among young fast bowlers. Hasan Mahmud was named Player of the Match for his nine wickets, including 6-55 in the first innings.
Pat Cummins Won't Rule Out Changes To Outplayed Australia For Second Test
Captain Pat Cummins admitted Australia were outplayed and refused to rule out making changes to the team after a shock nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin on Sunday. Bangladesh pulled off one of the greatest upsets in Test cricket history when they beat Australia in the Northern Territory capital. The sides meet for the second Test in Mackay on August 22. Australia took a full-strength team into the match and were expected to win easily after Bangladesh lost their only warm-up match to a Cricket Australia XI. However, under-pressure batsmen Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne both failed in Darwin, while there will be questions over whether they can afford to have all-rounders Beau Webster and Cameron Green both in the team. Green and Webster were innocuous with the ball, but Green scored a gritty century in the second innings. It's one test but it's also a little bit of a trend as well, Cummins said about the batting issues at the top of the order. So it's trying to work out, do you need to intervene now or do you let it play out and you think it's the way forward? So I think that's the question over the next couple of days that we'll sit down and have a think about. Is there something there that's going to take us forward, or is it something that's starting to become a trend that we think needs to be changed. Bangladesh's first innings of 426 kept Australia's bowlers in the Darwin heat and humidity for 138 overs. Cummins admitted that could also be a factor with selectors. We all know how good (Scott Boland) is so we'll turn up there (Mackay) and we'll have a look at the pitch and work out our best bowling group, he said. But someone like Scotty in the squad, you're always trying to find a way to fit him in. I think, you know, we'll wait. I think all the bowlers pulled up pretty well after this game. Cummins conceded Bangladesh had been far too good for the Australians, who have been training in Brisbane for the last six weeks. They were a much better side than us this week, he said. I thought they outplayed us in all facets, really. They were really patient, just didn't really let us back in, held onto their catches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I felt like we just didn't get off to a great start and kind of once you are behind on a pretty good wicket against a pretty good side, it was kind of really hard to wrestle the momentum back.
Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Says Win In Australia Best Bangladesh Result Ever
Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Says Win In Australia Best Bangladesh Result EverCaptain Najmul Hossain Shanto said Bangladesh's stunning nine-wicket win over Australia in the first Test in Darwin was the country's best result in history but warned it can't be a one-off. Bangladesh recorded their first-ever Test win on Australian soil Sunday with a comprehensive victory over the world's top-ranked Test team. This is the biggest win so far for Bangladesh in any format, Najmul said. Going forward we want to do something special in the future. Fresh from fielding a video call from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Najmul said he was determined to make sure his team played just as well in the second Test, which starts in the North Queensland city of Mackay on August 22. Leading into the Test in Darwin, Bangladesh lost a Test match to Zimbabwe by an innings and 85 runs, then were thrashed by a Cricket Australia XI in a warm-up game. We need to be consistent as a team, Najmul said. Against Zimbabwe we didn't play well but the confidence still was there because we won against Pakistan in Bangladesh (in May). So that gives us confidence. Before we came here, we had the belief that we will play good cricket here. Najmul said he would stress to his team that they would need to play just as well in the second Test, as Australia were sure to bounce back. As I said before this Test match, we wanted to play five days of good cricket, so nothing's changed, he said. Going to the next Test match we need to follow the process, accept the challenge and enjoy those challenges. And they have a quality bowling attack, so we have to again play good cricket. As a bowling unit we have to be disciplined again. This match gives us confidence, but I'm not too much thinking about this one -- next match, we need to play again good cricket. Najmul said he was conscious what the win would mean to people back home. In Bangladesh we all know the fans are really crazy about cricket, he said. We've given something to them, at least some sort of happiness in their faces -- that's the beauty of this game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In our culture we're pretty emotional sometimes. Sometimes, when we lose, they cried, so I think this win, we give them the happiest moment.
