Stafanie Taylor, spinners help West Indies overcome Scotland threat
Carter's half-century in vain for Scotland as Taylor's cameo helps West Indies plunder 51 at the death
NZ toast Gay wicket after Conway and Nicholls coax Latham into review
Nicholls, at third slip, and Conway, in the gully, insisted they heard a noise as Gay flinched at back-of-a-length ball from O'Rourke
2nd Test: Phillips Century Helps New Zealand Take Upper Hand Against England
Glenn Phillips: Glenn Phillips scored a hundred and shared an 87-run partnership with Kyle Jamieson before their bowlers claimed crucial wickets to leave England struggling at the end of the second day of the second Test at The Oval in London on Thursday. New Zealand dominated the day with Phillips' hundred and Jamieson's 31, helping them reach a first-innings total of 391 before Matt Henry (2-57) and Will ORourke (2-61) struck crucial blows to reduce England to 222/6 in 59 overs at stumps, leaving them 169 runs behind and in a position to further strengthen their position. New Zealand had lost the first Test at Lord's and now have a good opportunity to win the second match and level the three-match series. Henry caused the most damage to England's first innings by claiming the wickets of stand-in skipper Joe Root (46) and Harry Brook (24), while O'Rourke bagged the crucial wicket of opener Emilio Gay for 53 and wicketkeeper-batter James Rew (24), Emilio Gay (53 off 114) had kick-started England's innings with a second successive Test half-century, only to fall two balls later as New Zealand worked their way through the top order. A 39-run stand between debutants James Rew and Jordan Cox looked to have seen England through to the close, only for O'Rourke to dismiss Rew at the death to leave England six down and in trouble. Earlier, Phillips smashed his first century for New Zealand in 133 balls as England took the entire morning session to wrap up the Black Caps' innings, before their reply unravelled in an extended evening session. New Zealand resumed on 291-7 at the start of a miserable morning session for England, where the hosts were architects of their own downfall. Ben Duckett shelled a gilt-edged chance to remove Kyle Jamieson on 15 in the third over of the day, before their persistence with a short-ball strategy failed to bear fruit. England's abject start was epitomised by part-time spinner Jacob Bethell taking the new ball after five overs, with quick Jofra Archer not introduced until the 15th. Jamieson took full advantage of his early reprieve, piling on 87 from 96 in an increasingly frustrating eighth-wicket stand for England. New Zealand resumed on 291-7 at the start of a miserable morning session for England, where the hosts were architects of their own downfall. Ben Duckett shelled a gilt-edged chance to remove Kyle Jamieson on 15 in the third over of the day, before their persistence with a short-ball strategy failed to bear fruit. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Matt Henry holed out off the very next delivery, and Phillips lasted just two more, with the centurion the last to fall as England finally dismissed New Zealand for 391. Article Source: IANS
Phillips dedicates maiden Test hundred to late dad 'watching in some stage'
He became only the third New Zealand batter, after McCullum and Guptill, to score a century in all three formats
Jharkhand T20 League: Ranchi Titans And Koylanchal Super Kings Secure Semifinal Berths
Jharkhand T20 Cricket League: The Ranchi Titans became the first team to officially seal a spot in the semifinals of the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026 after pulling off a clinical six-wicket victory over the Jamshedpur Steelers. Joining them in the final four are the Koylanchal Super Kings, who also guaranteed their qualification based on the current points table standings. Earlier in the day, the Dhanbad Diamonds kept their campaign alive by securing their maiden victory of the season with a commanding win over the Santhal Strikers at the JSCA International Stadium Complex. In the first match of the day, after being put into bat first, the Santhal Strikers posted a formidable total of 183/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was built on a magnificent 101-run partnership for the third wicket between Arvind Kumar, who smashed a blistering 62 off 41 balls, and Kumar Suraj, who contributed a solid 41. Sumit Kumar provided a late flourish with a quickfire 25 off 16 deliveries. For the Dhanbad Diamonds, Vivekanand Tiwari was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2/33 in his four overs, while pacers Sushant Mishra (1/23) and Meet Jain (1/27) picked up a wicket apiece. Chasing a demanding target of 184, the Dhanbad Diamonds launched their response with intent as openers Vikash Kumar Vishal and Aryaman Sen (32) stitched together a crucial 50-run opening stand. Then, player of the match Aditya Singh turned up the heat, punishing the bowlers with a rapid 59 off just 32 balls to put the Diamonds firmly in the driver's seat. Ultimately, it was opening batsman Vikash Kumar Vishal who finished the job, remaining unbeaten on a spectacular 79* off 56 balls to take his team across the line at 185/3 in 18.4 overs. For the Santhal Strikers, Manishi claimed 2/37, while Ashish Kumar finished with figures of 1/37. In the evening fixture, the Jamshedpur Steelers recovered well from a slow start to post a highly competitive 179/6 in their 20 overs. Sahil Raj spearheaded the attack, remaining unbeaten and top-scoring with a fiery 61* off just 32 balls. He found an able ally in MD Kounain Quraishi, who also remained not out with a well-compiled 60* off 40 balls to set up a big finish. For the Ranchi Titans, Yuvraj Kumar was the standout bowler, returning efficient figures of 2/20 in his three overs. Ultimately, it was opening batsman Vikash Kumar Vishal who finished the job, remaining unbeaten on a spectacular 79* off 56 balls to take his team across the line at 185/3 in 18.4 overs. For the Santhal Strikers, Manishi claimed 2/37, while Ashish Kumar finished with figures of 1/37. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He was sensationally supported by Satya Setu, who blasted a rapid 57 off just 29 deliveries to help their team clinch a comfortable 6-wicket victory with 12 balls to spare. With the ball, Harsh Rana was the top performer for the Jamshedpur Steelers, taking 2/33 in his four overs. Article Source: IANS
BAN vs AUS 2nd T20I: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
BAN vs AUS 2nd T20I , Cricket Tips :After winning the ODI series, Bangladesh have lost two consecutive games against Australia. The visitors won the third ODI and followed it up with another good win in the first game of the T20I series. The spin mantra of Australia proved worthy for them, and their spinners took nine wickets in the first T20I. Bangladesh kept losing wickets and failed completely. Now, Bangladesh and Australia will be up against each other in the second game. This contest will be held at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram, on Friday at 1:30 PM IST. Australia will look to wrap up the series with a win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score BAN vs AUS: Match Details Date : June 19, 2026 (Friday) Time : 1:30 PM IST Venue : Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram BAN vs AUS: Live Streaming Details The first and only option to watch the BAN vs AUS 2nd T20I will be available on the FanCode mobile app or website. BAN vs AUS: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 12 Bangladesh : 04 Australia : 08 No - result : 00 BAN vs AUS: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Chattogram is slow and very low. The spinners are expected to dominate here. Batting will be difficult, because timing the shot will be a bit difficult here. That is where it will be wise to bowl first here. BAN vs AUS: Possible XIs Bangladesh : Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy (c), Parvez Hossain (wk), Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Shak Hasan, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Mustafizur Rahman Australia : Josh Inglis (wk), Mitch Marsh (c), Cooper Connolly, Matt Renshaw, Tim David, Joel Davies, Nikhil Chaudhary, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa BAN vs AUS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Cooper Connolly and Towhid Hridoy are two key batters for two teams going into this contest. Probable Best Bowler Adam Zampa bowled a match-winning spell in the last contest and will be a tough bowler to face. For Bangladesh, Rishad Hossain needs to take wickets in the middle more. Today Match Prediction : Australia have the momentum, and they are expected to win the second game. BAN vs AUS Match 2nd T20I, Today Match BAN vs AUS, BAN vs AUS Prediction, BAN vs AUS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Bangladesh vs Australia Match Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Scotland bowl; Henry and Taylor return for WI
Scotland are unchanged from their win against Ireland
PCB sets minimum international appearance criteria for new central contracts
Only players who have played four Tests, six ODIs, or six T20Is in the last year will be eligible for the new structure
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Aneeshwar Gautam To Lead Hubli Tigers In Season 5
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Governing: Hubli Tigers announced Aneeshwar Gautam as captain for the fifth edition of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 to be played in Bengaluru on Thursday. The franchise also unveiled its team jersey and launched the official Hubli Tigers anthem ahead of the upcoming season. Hubli Tigers, champions of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 in 2023, enter the new season looking to add another title to their trophy cabinet. The franchise assembled a strong squad at the Season 5 Player Auction, headlined by the acquisitions of Abhinav Manohar and Mayank Agarawal, alongside a host of proven performers and emerging talent from across Speaking after being named captain, Aneeshwar Gautam said, When I was approached about the captaincy, I was slightly nervous. But Vinay Kumar and the coaching staff gave me a lot of confidence, and I received tremendous support from everyone in the team. It is an honour and a privilege to lead this side. Every year, going into the auction, I always hoped I would be picked by the Hubli Tigers. To now be leading this team feels very special. Head Coach Vinay Kumar praised the franchise's support structure and the balance within the squad. I can proudly say that this franchise works like an IPL franchise. The management gives the coaching staff the freedom to run the show and provides all the support required to get the best out of the players. They have been the backbone of this franchise from day one. This year, we have a wonderful team with a good mixture of youth and experience. We have done our job; now it is up to the players to go out there, give their best, and try to win this competition, he said. The event was attended by KSCA Vice-President Sujit Somasunder, Chairman of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Governing Council M.S. Keshava, KSCA Treasurer B.N. Madhukar, Hubli Tigers owner Shivek Jindal, and Sushil Kumar Jindal, along with players, coaching staff, and team management. Hubli Tigers co-owner Sushil Kumar Jindal said, This jersey is our destiny, and this anthem is our voice. Together, they represent the pride, resilience, and ambition of North Karnataka. Karnataka is a goldmine of raw talent, and our purpose is to provide a platform where young homegrown players can chase their dreams and fulfil their potential. The fifth edition of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 will be played from June 20 to July 12 across Mysuru, Hubballi, and Bengaluru, with six teams competing for the title. Hubballi will host 12 matches from June 27 to July 3 as the tournament returns to one of Karnataka's premier cricketing centres. Hubli Tigers will begin their Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Season 5 campaign against Coastal Kings Mangaluru on June 21. Earlier in the day, Mysore Warriors unveiled their jersey and announced Vyshak Vijaykumar as their captain. Hubli Tigers will begin their Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Season 5 campaign against Coastal Kings Mangaluru on June 21. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Abhinav Manohar, Mayank Agarawal, CR Hardik Raj, Manvanth Kumar L, Shikhar Shetty, Abhishek Ahlawat, Aneeshwar Gautam, Vaibhav Sharma, Kumar LR, Tanish Mahesh, Aditya Goyal, Kruthik Krishna, Mohammed Taha, Rakshit S, Preetesh Ingle, Vikas Gowda, Ronak Yelwal, Vinayak Holla K, Rohan M Yareshmi, Adarsh Article Source: IANS
Shreyanka Patil all but out of T20 World Cup with ankle ligament injury
The allrounder twisted her leg while fielding in the match against Netherlands on Wednesday
Nidar Dar makes herself available for Pakistan selection after year-long hiatus
She last played for Pakistan in October 2024, before taking a break in April 2025 to focus on her mental health
Zee 5 to set aside 15% of football-related subscription revenues for Indian football
Zee said it will help in terms of structured training initiatives and create scalable league formats at the city, district, state and national level
Bengal T20 League: Shahbaz, Sumanta Help Rarh Tigers Seal Top Spot In Season 3 Table
The Bengal T20 League: Having already sealed a place in the semifinals, Shrachi Rarh Tigers outclassed Kolkata Royal Tigers by seven wickets in their final preliminary game to finish the league stage as table-toppers in Season 3 of the Bengal T20 League at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday. Batting first, a brilliant unbeaten 94 off 53 balls by Abishek Porel powered Kolkata Royal Tigers to a competitive 165/5 in their 20 overs. The left-hander anchored the innings with a fine mix of aggression and composure, keeping the scoreboard ticking despite wickets falling at regular intervals. For Rarh Tigers, Sukhmeet Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Rahul Prasad, and Dipanjan Mukherjee bagged one wicket each. In reply, Rarh Tigers chased down the target comfortably, scoring 166/3 in 17.5 overs. Shahbaz Ahmed led the charge with an unbeaten 78 off 45 balls, while Sumanta Gupta played the perfect supporting role with a fluent 60 off 40 deliveries. The duo stitched together a match-winning partnership to put Rarh Tigers firmly in control of the chase and helped their side finish the league stage on a high heading into the semifinals. The Bengal T20 League is a franchise-based T20 cricket competition organised under the aegis of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Now in its third season, the league features eight city-based franchises representing the breadth of West Bengal - Adamas Howrah Warriors, Novus Royals Purulia, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Murshidabad Kings & Kueens, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Shrachi Rarh Tigers, and Sobisco Smashers Malda competing across men's and women's competitions. Men's matches are held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with women's matches at the JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata. The duo stitched together a match-winning partnership to put Rarh Tigers firmly in control of the chase and helped their side finish the league stage on a high heading into the semifinals. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kolkata Royal Tigers 165/5 in 20 overs (Abishek Porel 94 not out) lost to Shrachi Rarh Tigers 166/3 in 17.5 overs (Shahbaz Ahmed 78 not out, Sumanta Gupta 60) by 7 wickets Article Source: IANS
Ben Stokes set to play for Durham as England investigation continues
Stokes named in Durham squad on same day he and Atkinson interviewed by Cricket Regulator
Cricket journalist and broadcast legend Qamar Ahmed dies aged 88
Q was witness to Gavaskar's 10,000th run, Hadlee's 400th wicket, Kumble's 10-for, cricket's 1000th Test and its 2000th in 2011
Pakistan Skipper Fatima Sana Lands The Hundred Wildcard Deal With Birmingham Phoenix
Birmingham Phoenix Performance Director: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana will become the first player from her country to feature in the womens Hundred after being signed by Birmingham Phoenix in Thursdays wildcard draft. Fatima has now filled the Phoenixs fourth overseas slot, after it was vacated as Cricket Australia withdrew Lucy Hamilton to manage her workload. Fatima, the seam-bowling all-rounder, will get 15,000 pounds for playing at The Hundred, though her availability could be affected by Pakistans tour of Sri Lanka from July 23 to August 4. Her selection comes a day after she produced a stunning all-round performance in Pakistans defeat to South Africa in the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup at Edgbaston, which is also the Phoenixs home ground. Fatima topscored with an unbeaten 55 off 38 balls before picking 3-16, as South Africa scraped home by two wickets. Fatima will become the third Pakistani player signed up to play in the Hundred this season, after spinners Usman Tariq (Phoenix mens team) and Abrar Ahmed (Sunrisers Leeds). Apart from Fatima, all-rounder Mary Taylor has also been signed by Phoenix from the wildcard draft. In the womens team, signing Fatima Sana is a real statement of intent. She is Pakistans captain, an international-class pace bowler, and a brilliant replacement for Lucy Hamilton, who is unavailable due to her Australia commitments. Mary Taylor is an exciting addition too, shes a homegrown talent with strong ties to Edgbaston through her work with Warwickshire Bears, and this is a fantastic opportunity for her to develop at the highest level of the womens franchise game, said James Thomas, Birmingham Phoenix Performance Director. Scotland openers Darcey Carter and Katherine Fraser have also earned The Hundred deals after being picked by Sunrisers Leeds and Southern Brave, respectively. The Hundred will be staged from July 21 to August 16, marking the first season since private investors took partial or full control of franchises following last years sale of team stakes. Women's Hundred wildcards Birmingham Phoenix: Mary Taylor, Fatima Sana Welsh Fire: Niamh Fiona Holland, Georgia Davis London Spirit: Trudy Johnson, Liv Barnes Trent Rockets: Amu Surenkumar, Eve Jones The Manchester Super Giants: Mia Rogers, Beth Langston MI London: Kate Coppack, Francesca Sweet Southern Brave: Naomi Dattani, Katherine Fraser Sunrisers Leeds: Darcey Carter, Sophia Turner. Men's Hundred wildcards Welsh Fire: Jordan Clark, Dillon Pennington Southern Brave: Manny Lumsden, Saif Zaib The Manchester Super Giants: James Sales, Adam Finch London Spirit: Henry Crocombe, Kiran Carlson Birmingham Phoenix: Tom Helm, Sean Dickson MI London: Eddie Jack, Sebastian Morgan Birmingham Phoenix: Tom Helm, Sean Dickson Also Read: Live Cricket Score Trent Rockets: Ben Raine, Ben Sanderson. Article Source: IANS
Glenn Phillips' maiden Test ton takes New Zealand to 391
Phillips became the third New Zealand batter to score a century in all three international formats
New Zealand desperate to put title defence back on track against Ireland
Both teams seek first points after two straight defeats in this World Cup
Bangladesh face bowling conundrum as Australia look to seal series
Bangladesh also have questions regarding their middle order as they look to stay alive in the series
Capsey, Corteen-Coleman among new faces in England Test squad
Mady Villiers, Grace Potts and Ellie Threlkeld the other uncapped members of 15-player group
T20 World Cup: Batting all-rounder Alice Capsey and left-arm spinner Tilly CorteenColeman are in line for their maiden Test appearances after being named in Englands 15member squad for the historic one-off clash against India, to be played at Lords from July 10-13. Crucially, the one-off Test match will take place five days after the Womens T20 World Cup final is staged at Lords. Apart from the duo currently participating in the mega event, Mady Villiers will also hope to make her Test debut, while the Lancashire duo of pacer Grace Potts and wicketkeeper-batter Ellie Threlkeld could earn their first international cap in any format for England. Batter Emma Lamb and fast bowler Issy Wong have also been included after not being a part of Englands most recent Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in January last year, while Charlie Dean misses out. The four-day match, set to be the first womens Test to be played at Lords, comes after the iconic venue hosted its 150th mens Test earlier this month via England-New Zealand clash. Nat SciverBrunt is all set to become the first England womens captain to lead her side in a Test at Lords, while Heather Knight is looking to play in her 15th Test match. We have selected a strong Test squad under the leadership of Nat Sciver-Brunt for what will be another historic few days at Lords for womens cricket. Test cricket is a rare and wonderfully challenging experience in the womens game, and I know how proud our players are to represent England in this format. The four-day match, set to be the first womens Test to be played at Lords, comes after the iconic venue hosted its 150th mens Test earlier this month via England-New Zealand clash. Nat SciverBrunt is all set to become the first England womens captain to lead her side in a Test at Lords, while Heather Knight is looking to play in her 15th Test match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Grace Potts, Ellie Threlkeld, Mady Villiers, and Issy Wong Article Source: IANS
Fatima Sana lands Hundred wildcard deal for Birmingham Phoenix
Allrounder earns deal having impressed in defeat against South Africa in Women's T20 World Cup
'The Main Thing Is That We Ended Up On The Right Side', Says Dercksen After SAs First T20 WC Win
T20 World Cup: South Africas seam-bowling allrounder Annerie Dercksen admitted she felt immense relief after the side past Pakistan by two wickets to register their first win of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup, adding that ending up on the right side of the result was the main thing for them. Promoted to number three, Annerie struck 52 - her maiden T20 World Cup halfcentury to take the Proteas over the line in a chase of 127 at Edgbaston. I said to the team I'm probably going to die 30 years before I should, because we have a knack of doing this, but the main thing is that we ended up on the right side. We've done it a couple of times in World Cups now. Credit to the team, credit to the people coming in and pulling that game through for us, because I think at one stage the odds were probably stacked against us a little. I'm just really proud of the fact that we were able to pull that through. Its crucial as its always nice to get some momentum with a win. Were well aware that every game now is sort of do-or-die for us. Were very happy that we could get some momentum going into the next game (against India at Old Trafford on Sunday), said Annerie after the game ended. She also backed the Proteas team managements decision to promote her to one-down, despite the move not working out in their tournament opening defeat to Australia. It's quite nice. I've been doing it for a while in ODI cricket so it hasn't been too foreign to me. It's quite nice to face the ball when you're in the Powerplay and only have two fielders out and a hard new ball. Obviously there's gonna be games like the last one where it doesn't pay off, but I am fortunate that it came out on the right side here. Anneries aggressive approach against the spinners was decisive, particularly after South Africa suffered early setbacks in the chase. I wouldnt say its a concern. Im more proud of the fact that we were able to pull it through. It's quite nice to face the ball when you're in the Powerplay and only have two fielders out and a hard new ball. Obviously there's gonna be games like the last one where it doesn't pay off, but I am fortunate that it came out on the right side here. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We've been fortunate enough to play a lot of teams in the subcontinent recently, and we also had Pakistan tour South Africa, so maybe, without realising it, I got to work on my game against spin. And it was something I made a conscious effort about as well, she added. Article Source: IANS
Kumble Recalls 'chucking Accusation' That Shifted His Career From Pace To Spin
The Great Indian Cricket Show: The former India captain Anil Kumble recalled how questions over his bowling action as a teenager forced him to abandon pace bowling and unexpectedly embrace leg spin, a decision that would ultimately define his illustrious career. Kumble revealed that he was primarily a fast bowler while playing school and club cricket before a senior player raised concerns over his action. One of the senior players in my club asked my coach to stop me from bowling as he felt I was bending my elbow. I honestly didnt even realise I was bending my elbow. I was bowling the way that felt natural to me. I was around 13-14 at that time and probably not strong enough, Kumble said while speaking on The Great Indian Cricket Show on Doordarshan. The accusation left the young Kumble searching for an alternative just weeks before the Karnataka Under-15 selection trials. Unable to continue bowling pace, he turned to his brother for advice, who suggested trying leg spin in the hope of improving his chances of making the squad. Then I got a chance for the Under 15 selection trials, which were a month or two away. By then I couldnt bowl pace because people were already saying I used to chuck. My brother told me, Try leg spin, there arent many people, maybe you will get a look. I didnt even know much about leg spin then. I had heard the name B. S. Chandrasekhar, but television was not common and I hadnt seen him bowl in matches. Kumble admitted he entered the new discipline with little technical understanding and without formal coaching. Rather than learning textbook leg-spin, he improvised using the grip he already knew from bowling off-spin, teaching himself through experimentation. Then I got a chance for the Under 15 selection trials, which were a month or two away. By then I couldnt bowl pace because people were already saying I used to chuck. My brother told me, Try leg spin, there arent many people, maybe you will get a look. I didnt even know much about leg spin then. I had heard the name B. S. Chandrasekhar, but television was not common and I hadnt seen him bowl in matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score That selection marked the beginning of a remarkable journey. What started as a forced change born out of criticism eventually laid the foundation for a career that saw Kumble claim 619 Test wickets, become only the second bowler to take all 10 wickets in a Test innings, and establish himself as one of India's greatest cricketers. Article Source: IANS
Sooryavanshi to have parents with him on tour of Ireland and England
BCCI secretary said the decision would help the 15-year old cope with challenges on his maiden India tour
I Tried To Replicate What Worked For Me In India A: Gurnoor
Gurnoor Brar: India fast bowler Gurnoor Brar said his seamless transition to international cricket has been shaped by the lessons picked while playing domestic cricket and spending time in the India A setup, where he learned to trust his strengths and replicate his methods at the higher level. The India A setup is obviously a big thing for me. If we perform in the Ranji Trophy, we get picked for India A, the Duleep Trophy or the Irani Cup. When I got the callup for India A, I was very happy. It was the same for me as when I bowled in Ranji, bowling fast, hitting a hard length and swinging the ball. I tried to replicate the exact same thing in India A and hit the same lines. I dont think about that (reputation) much. I believe in myself and whatever I am doing, whether it is hard length or fastpaced bowling. I tried to replicate that here as well, said Gurnoor at the end of the second ODI, where he picked 3-60 as India won by 170 runs to get an unassailable lead in the three-game series. He also admitted about being hungry to put in better performances at the international level. In these two matches, I wanted to do better from my end. I know that I can do better than I bowled here. Hopefully, in the coming matches, I will be better. The management and bowling coach back me a lot, which gives me the chance to bowl more openly. They didnt give me any new tips; they just told me to back my strength. His IPL 2026 stint with Gujarat Titans, though spent largely on the bench, provided him valuable exposure. There is a very good atmosphere in GT. There is (Ashish) Nehra sir, (Kagiso) Rabada, (Mohammed) Siraj bhai, Prasidh (Krishna) bhai and Ishant Sharma, so you get to learn a lot from them. Obviously, every player wants to get a chance to play, and I was also waiting for my chance there. But at the same time, I was observing where they were making mistakes and where they were doing well. For me, it was about how much more I could learn so that when I got my chance, I could do better. I am thankful to God that I got my chance to show what I can do with the Indian team. His IPL 2026 stint with Gujarat Titans, though spent largely on the bench, provided him valuable exposure. There is a very good atmosphere in GT. There is (Ashish) Nehra sir, (Kagiso) Rabada, (Mohammed) Siraj bhai, Prasidh (Krishna) bhai and Ishant Sharma, so you get to learn a lot from them. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The ball wasnt swinging much due to the heat and the wicket here. So we adjusted the plan. If we dont get swing, we put the ball back. It all works according to the batsman, the wicket, and the match situation. I dont get satisfied. I am happy that I did well, but I want to do more for Team India. I want to keep doing better. I just keep doing my work. Article Source: IANS
'Ishans Ability To Adapt And Improve Makes Him Special': Graeme Swann
Graeme Swann: Former England spinner Graeme Swann lavished praise on Ishan Kishan after the wicketkeeper-batters explosive century helped India register a commanding 170-run victory over Afghanistan in the second ODI in Lucknow and secure the three-match series. Kishan produced one of the finest knocks of his ODI career, smashing 125 off just 79 deliveries, studded with 14 fours and seven sixes. His breathtaking innings came in a match-winning 224-run third-wicket partnership with captain Shubman Gill, who struck a magnificent 154 as India piled up 402 before bowling Afghanistan out for 232. Speaking on JioStar Swann highlighted Kishans versatility and selfless approach, saying the left-hander has the rare ability to adapt to any role demanded by the team. He is the sort of player who will do whatever job you ask of him without any complaints. The fact that hes come back into the team and looks like hes never been away is remarkable, Swann said. The former England spinner was particularly impressed by the manner in which Kishan constructed his innings before unleashing a devastating assault on Afghanistans bowling attack. He came to the crease and was circumspect for his first fifty, but then took just 19 deliveries to go from 50 to 100, which is ridiculous. It wasnt crazy hitting or slogging either. He was simply being sensible, picking his spots on the leg side, forcing the bowlers to change their lines, and then playing those gorgeous lofted extra-cover drives. Swann said Kishans acceleration reflected not only his natural talent but also his growing maturity as a batter. Its a sign of sheer class. That shot, wide of long-off, is something hes worked on over the last two years. It was an area where bowlers could shut him down, but he went away, worked on it, and turned it into a strength, which is brilliant, he added. Kishan reached his century in just 71 balls and ensured Indias scoring rate never dipped during his partnership with Gill. The duo completely dominated the Afghan attack and laid the foundation for one of Indias highest ODI totals in recent times. Indias bowlers then completed the job in emphatic fashion, with Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar claiming three wickets apiece, while Rahmat Shahs fighting 79 proved insufficient as Afghanistan were dismissed for 232. Kishan reached his century in just 71 balls and ensured Indias scoring rate never dipped during his partnership with Gill. The duo completely dominated the Afghan attack and laid the foundation for one of Indias highest ODI totals in recent times. Also Read: Live Cricket Score IANS Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: NZ, Ireland Eye Crucial Win To Avoid Group-stage Elimination (Preview)
T20 World Cup: New Zealand and Ireland lock horns in the 13th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with both sides desperately searching for their first points of the tournament. Having lost their opening two matches, the contest has effectively become a must-win fixture, with defeat likely to leave the losing side's hopes of reaching the semi-finals hanging by a thread. The defending champions have endured an unexpectedly difficult start to their title defence. New Zealand were edged out by the West Indies in a dramatic one-run defeat before suffering another setback against Sri Lanka, who chased down 151 with three balls to spare. While the White Ferns have shown glimpses of their quality with the bat, they have repeatedly been let down by poor execution in key moments. Their fielding has been particularly costly, with multiple dropped catches across both games allowing opponents to build decisive partnerships. Against Sri Lanka alone, New Zealand missed three opportunities, including an early reprieve for match-winner Nilakshi de Silva, while a cautious approach in the Powerplay saw them manage just 38/1 before Amelia Kerr and Sophie Devine rescued the innings with identical scores of 45, lifting the total to 150/6. Back-to-back defeats have placed the reigning champions in unfamiliar territory. Widely tipped to progress alongside England from the group, New Zealand now face the genuine prospect of an early exit unless they can quickly rediscover the consistency that powered them to last year's title. Ireland, meanwhile, have also found victories hard to come by, beginning their campaign with defeats to Scotland and England. Their opening fixture promised much before the batting line-up collapsed, allowing Scotland to take complete control. However, there were encouraging signs in their second outing against tournament hosts England. Despite posting a modest 118 in 20 overs, Gaby Lewis' side produced an impressive display with the ball, claiming six wickets and forcing England to work hard before sealing victory in the 18th over. The spirited bowling effort demonstrated the resilience within the Irish squad, even if the batting unit continues to search for greater consistency. With both teams yet to open their account, every remaining match carries knockout implications. New Zealand will be eager to translate their experience into a complete performance, while Ireland will believe another disciplined bowling display, backed by an improved batting effort, could reignite their campaign. All signs point to a fiercely contested encounter between two sides with little margin left for error. When: Friday, June 19, 11:00 PM IST Where: The Rose Bowl, Southampton Where to watch: The NZ vs IRE match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The NZ vs IRE match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ireland: Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector Article Source: IANS
'Selection Committee Deserves Credit For Spotting Gurnoor Brars Potential': Gavaskar
Gurnoor Brar: Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has praised the Indian selection committee and team management for identifying and backing young pacer Gurnoor Brar, whose impressive performance helped India secure a commanding 170-run victory over Afghanistan in the second ODI in Lucknow. Brar was one of the standout performers with the ball as India bowled Afghanistan out for 232 in 44.3 overs after posting a mammoth 402, sealing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The left-arm seamer returned figures of 3/60 and played a key role in dismantling the visitors batting line-up. His run-up is so good, his rhythm is so good, he was hitting the deck and getting the ball to climb. The wicket he got of Gurbaz was particularly impressive because of the way that bouncer followed him. Its very accurate. It comes right at you, exactly where the batter does not want it, Gavaskar told Jio Hotstar. The batting great also credited chief selector Ajit Agarkar and the selection panel for looking beyond numbers and recognising Brars potential. I think the selection committee deserves all the compliments. If you look at his stats, or his India A performances, theyre okay, but not to the extent where you would say he deserved an India cap. However, the selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, saw something in him, and thats why they picked him. Hes also been backed by the management, which is so important, he added. Gavaskar also reflected on captain Shubman Gills magnificent run of form and explained how a players personal performances can influence decision-making as a leader. Gill led from the front with a superb 154 off 110 balls, sharing a match-defining 224-run partnership with Ishan Kishan, who smashed 125 off 79 deliveries, as India piled up 402 all out. When youre not getting runs, youre not confident about making those marginal moves that come from your gut feel, like holding back a bowler who has bowled well, giving him an extra over, or moving a fielder from a certain position. That gut feel is a lot stronger when youre personally performing, Gavaskar explained. But if youre not performing, even when you get a gut feel, youre apprehensive about making that call because youre worried about getting it wrong. Since youre also not performing as a player, youll be criticised for your captaincy as well, he added. Looking ahead to the third and final ODI in Chennai, Gavaskar believes Indias spin department remains the area where the team management will seek greater clarity despite the convincing series win. But if youre not performing, even when you get a gut feel, youre apprehensive about making that call because youre worried about getting it wrong. Since youre also not performing as a player, youll be criticised for your captaincy as well, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score That is where India will be looking for some answers over the next few ODIs, not just in the final game of the series in Chennai, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: When And Where To Watch NZ Vs IRE; Know All Details
T20 World Cup: New Zealand and Ireland enter their ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash knowing there is little room left for error, with both teams still searching for their first points of the tournament. A third straight defeat for either side would leave their semi-final hopes hanging by a thread, making this a must-win contest. The White Ferns were stunned by the West Indies in their campaign opener as the Caribbean side clinched a one-run win. The defending champions then faced Sri Lanka in their second encounter, but faced another setback despite posting a 151-run target as the Islanders bagged a five-wicket win with three balls to spare. New Zealand's fielding once again let them down. After several drops against the West Indies in their opening loss, they missed another three chances, including Bree Illing's important drop of match-winner Nilakshi de Silva on one. The White Ferns were poor in the field and too cautious with the bat, reaching only 38-1 during the powerplay before captain Kerr and Sophie Devine scored 45 each, helping them reach 150-6. New Zealand's opportunity to defend their title is diminishing after an unforeseen defeat to Sri Lanka. After consecutive losses in the final overs, they now face the possibility of being eliminated in the group stage, even though they are among the favourites to progress alongside England. The Irish team has not secured any points so far, losing to Scotland and England. Their first match against Scotland started promising but became one-sided at the halfway point, as Ireland experienced a batting collapse. Led by Gaby Lewis, the team put up a strong fight against the tournament hosts at The Rose Bowl. After scoring just 118 in their 20 overs, they challenged England and made it tough for them to win easily. England, guided by Nat Sciver-Brunt, chased the modest target and reached the finish line in the 18th over, with Irelands promising bowlers taking six wickets. With both sides eager for victory and each game in the tournament becoming critical, the upcoming match promises to be highly exciting. When: Friday, June 19, 11:00 PM IST Where: The Rose Bowl, Southampton Where to watch: The NZ vs IRE match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The NZ vs IRE match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ireland: Gaby Lewis (c), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Louise Little, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: Indian batter Shafali Verma credited the guidance she received from senior players Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur for staying focused to execute her plans well. India continued their impressive start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 with a commanding 95-run win over the Netherlands in Leeds, moving to the top of Group A. Mandhana and Shafali were leading the charge with their opening partnership of 115 as India posted 209/5, their highest score in Women's T20 World Cups. They followed it up with a clinical bowling performance, where Shafali icked 3-20 to dismiss the European side for 114 in 17.3 overs. On the advice she received from Smriti Mandhana at the start of her innings, Shafali said om JioStar, I couldn't execute my plans the way I wanted in the last match against Pakistan. I was a bit rushed, and my shot selection wasn't ideal. But against the Netherlands, I kept it simple. I decided to just watch the ball and react. I didn't overthink. The shots came naturally. I only went after deliveries in my hitting arc. It felt like I was in auto mode. At the start, I kept reminding myself to play along the ground. Smriti didi kept telling me to watch the ball closely. It sounds like a small thing, but as a batter, it makes a huge difference. It helps you stay balanced and time the ball better. We kept talking about it throughout the innings. That constant communication helped me stay focused. She also opened up on the support she gets from skipper Harmanpreet. She added, It feels really good to win the first two matches of the T20 World Cup. We won both games by big margins, which is crucial in a tournament like this. The atmosphere in the dressing room is very positive. We want to keep winning and make sure we qualify for the semi-finals without any last-minute pressure. Things are going as per plan, the batting is clicking, the bowlers are delivering, and the fielding has been sharp. We need to carry this momentum into the upcoming games. Every match is important, and we are not taking anything for granted. We want to keep improving and stay focused on the bigger goal of lifting the trophy. Speaking on India's strong start in the T20 World Cup, Shafali said the team needs to carry the momentum in the remaining group stage games to qualify for the knockouts without any last-minute pressure. Things are going as per plan, the batting is clicking, the bowlers are delivering, and the fielding has been sharp. We need to carry this momentum into the upcoming games. Every match is important, and we are not taking anything for granted. We want to keep improving and stay focused on the bigger goal of lifting the trophy. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Things are going as per plan, the batting is clicking, the bowlers are delivering, and the fielding has been sharp. We need to carry this momentum into the upcoming games. Every match is important, and we are not taking anything for granted. We want to keep improving and stay focused on the bigger goal of lifting the trophy. Article Source: IANS
Ekana Cricket Stadium: Ishan Kishan reflected on his successful return to the ODI setup after smashing a breathtaking 125 against Afghanistan in the second match of the series in Lucknow, saying that wearing the national jersey again filled him with immense pride and he willlook up to make India win more matches. The left-handed batter's explosive century, combined with captain Shubman Gill's magnificent 154, powered India to a commanding 170-run victory at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday, helping the hosts seal the three-match series 2-0. Kishan played one of the finest knocks of his ODI career, hammering 125 off just 79 deliveries, hitting 14 fours and 7 sixes. After Rohit Sharma's fluent 48 had laid the platform, he stitched together a game-changing 224-run partnership with Gill for the third wicket, dismantling Afghanistan's bowling attack and propelling India to 402. Reflecting on his return, Kishan said the opportunity to represent India again meant more than individual milestones. I feel very proud right now because I'm wearing this jersey after a long time. More than that, I'm just happy to be in this tremendous side because all the players here are experienced, young. It's all a mixture of everything. So, just looking up to make India win more matches, Ishan said in a BCCI video. The century marked an emphatic statement from the wicketkeeper-batter, who accelerated brilliantly after a measured start and reached three figures in only 71 balls. His fearless strokeplay ensured India maintained an aggressive scoring rate throughout the middle overs before Afghanistan briefly fought back with late wickets. I feel very proud right now because I'm wearing this jersey after a long time. More than that, I'm just happy to be in this tremendous side because all the players here are experienced, young. It's all a mixture of everything. So, just looking up to make India win more matches, Ishan said in a BCCI video. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it never ends for us as athletes. We just keep on playing. So, I'm just looking to be helping each teammate of mine and just trying to put up a good show every time I go in with this jersey on me, he added. Article Source: IANS
Women's T20 WC: 'Points In The Bag Are All That Matters,' Says Wolvaardt After SA Win Over Pakistan
T20 World Cup: South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt admitted her side did not produce their cleanest performance but was satisfied to begin their campaign with a victory after edging Pakistan by two wickets in a low-scoring contest of the Womens T20 World Cup at Edgbaston. Chasing 127, South Africa survived a dramatic late wobble despite being in a commanding position, eventually sealing the win after Pakistan captain Fatima Sana's all-round brilliance threatened to script an unlikely comeback. While Wolvaardt praised her bowlers for setting up the game and lauded Annerie Dercksen's attacking half-century, she also acknowledged areas for improvement ahead of South Africa's next fixture against India. Points in the bag are all that matters today. It was a little scratchy and not the way we would have liked, but there are still lots of positives to take out of it. We'll take those and move on, Wolvaardt said after the game. South Africa's victory was built on an explosive start with the ball, led by Marizanne Kapp, who dismissed Muneeba Ali with the first ball of the match before reducing Pakistan to 29/5 inside the powerplay. Shabnim Ismail's new-ball spell complemented Kapp's efforts as Pakistan's top order crumbled. It was a lovely way to start the game. Setting the tone with a wicket on the first ball was important. I think Kappie was excellent, and I thought Shabnim was great today as well. It was nice to have them bowling in tandem up front and setting up the innings like that, she added. Despite Pakistan slumping further to 50/8, Fatima Sana refused to surrender. Her unbeaten 55 from 38 balls, alongside Tuba Hassan, lifted Pakistan to 126/9 through a remarkable 71-run ninth-wicket partnership. Wolvaardt revealed South Africa's strategy was centred on limiting Sana's influence once the collapse had unfolded We knew Fatima was still there, so we tried our best to keep her off strike for as long as we could and bowl as much as possible to the other batters. I think we did well to keep her as quiet as we did. She's played innings against us before where she's hurt us a lot more than she did today. We probably could have executed a little better at the death, but she batted really well. At the end of the day, we were happy chasing 120, Wolvaardt stated. South Africa appeared to be cruising in the chase after Annerie Dercksen launched a blistering counterattack, racing to a 32-ball half-century and putting the required run rate firmly under control. However, Pakistan clawed their way back with regular wickets before Nadine de Klerk guided the visitors home in a tense finish. Wolvaardt singled out Dercksen's fearless approach as the defining feature of South Africa's chase, particularly on a sluggish surface where cautious batting could easily have allowed Pakistan back into the contest. The power she has is incredible. She's able to hit even really slow bowlers for big sixes, so it's awesome to have that in our lineup. The intent she came out with was exactly what this chase needed. It's easy to go into your shell when you're only chasing 120 and the wicket is slow and turning. I thought she played excellently and took a lot of pressure off the rest of the batting lineup, she noted. Wolvaardt singled out Dercksen's fearless approach as the defining feature of South Africa's chase, particularly on a sluggish surface where cautious batting could easily have allowed Pakistan back into the contest. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It was quite slow today and we faced a lot of spin. I imagine Manchester will be pretty similar, and India have some quality spinners as well. It's probably back to the drawing board to see how we can play those situations better. We can take some learnings from Annerie's innings and Nadine's innings. They played it really well, and we'll take it from there, she concluded. Article Source: IANS
'Im Enjoying It, But We Need To Win Games': Pakistan Skipper Sana On Historic T20 WC Double
After Fatima Sana: After Fatima Sana made history as the first captain to score a half-century and claim a three-wicket haul in a Womens T20 World Cup match, the Pakistan skipper stated she is embracing the milestone but remains focused on the bigger picture. Sanabattled hard with an unbeaten 38-ball 55 and a 3-16, but her teammates couldn't quite complement her efforts as Pakistan fell to a two-wicket defeat against South Africa in Birmingham. Reflecting on her landmark performance and her leadership responsibilities, Sana said after the match, I'm enjoying the role, but we still need to win games. I'm enjoying it, but there's still a long way to go. Despite her brilliant individual effort, Pakistan fell short in their pursuit, a result the skipper attributed to a failure in closing out the game. I think we just couldn't finish the game. The fight was there and the effort was there, but we couldn't finish it, she lamented. A major highlight of the Pakistan innings was Sana's resilient 71-run partnership with Tuba Hassan, the highest ninth-wicket stand in Women's T20 World Cups. Against all odds, Pakistan not only batted out their quota of overs but also put up a fighting total. Sana struck back-to-back sixes off Nadine De Klerk in the final over to bring up her fifty and closed the innings by stepping out against the pacer and slashing it behind point for a four, mustering 19 runs off the last over. Explaining the strategy during their time at the crease, Sana noted that the duo focused on resilience and execution. We just tried to take the game deep because we know we have the capability, and Tuba has the capability as well. We tried to take it deep and execute our plans, she said. Sana struck back-to-back sixes off Nadine De Klerk in the final over to bring up her fifty and closed the innings by stepping out against the pacer and slashing it behind point for a four, mustering 19 runs off the last over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Definitely. We need to stay calm in the field, especially when the momentum is against us. We need to be calmer in those situations, and we'll try to improve and execute better next time, Sana concluded. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Bethell Strikes Twice After Blundell's 51 Help New Zealand Fight Back On Day 1
Jacob Bethell: Tom Blundell and Glenn Phillips scripted a middle-order recovery for New Zealand, but part-time spinner Jacob Bethell claimed two late wickets as England fought back to grab the initiative on the opening day of the second Test at The Oval in London on Wednesday. Blundell scored an 84-ball 51 while Phillips walked off the field undefeated at the end of the first day as New Zealand reached 291/7 in 77 overs, as start of play on the first day was delayed 30 minutes because of wet ground conditions. After stand-in captain Joe Root, deputising for Ben Stokes - who was stood down following his involvement in a nightclub incident after England's first Test win at Lord's - won the toss and asked the BlackCaps to bat first, the hosts struck early blows and had the Kiwis struggling at 75/2 at lunch. Matt Fisher ended a four-year wait for a Test wicket by trapping Devon Conway lbw for nine, and Jacob Bethell picked up a stunning catch that earned Jofra Archer a wicket on his return. Josh Tongue and Sonny Baker then struck early in the afternoon session to leave the tourists 106-4. Blndell (51 off 84) pieced together partnerships of 81 and 75 with Daryl Mitchell (44 off 74) and Glenn Phillips (49 not out off 74) to stabilise New Zealand's innings, with the Black Caps threatening to carry that momentum through to the close before Bethell's intervention. But just when it looked like the visitors would take the upper hand, Bethell turned things in favour of the hosts in the final session of the day. He claimed the wickets of Blundell and Nathan Smith (4) during his five-over spell, bowled in tandem with some fiery short stuff from Archer, which helped curtail New Zealand's scoring and leave the Test finely poised. Blndell (51 off 84) pieced together partnerships of 81 and 75 with Daryl Mitchell (44 off 74) and Glenn Phillips (49 not out off 74) to stabilise New Zealand's innings, with the Black Caps threatening to carry that momentum through to the close before Bethell's intervention. Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand 297/7 in 77 overs (Tom Blundell 51, Daryl Mitchell 44, Glenn Phillips 49 not out; Sonny Baker 2-63, Jacob Bethell 2-8) v England. Article Source: IANS
MPL T20 Scindia Cup: Aniket Verma Hits 60 As Bhopal Leopards Chase 195 Against Malwa Stallions
Madhya Pradesh League: In another high-scoring fixture in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026, Bhopal Leopards chased down a target of 195 by five wickets against Malwa Stallions with more than an over to spare at Holkar Stadium, Indore, to return to winning ways. Malwa Stallions posted a competitive 194/9 in their allotted 20 overs after being put in to bat, in an innings that was briefly interrupted by rain. The Stallions suffered an early setback when Saksham Purohit was dismissed for 5 off just 4 deliveries. However, Ansh Yadav and Akhil Nigote Yadav steadied the innings with a solid 57-run partnership for the second wicket. Ansh departed for 13 off 11 balls, but Akhil continued to anchor the innings and brought up a fine half-century. He then combined with skipper Ashutosh Sharma to add 39 runs for the third wicket. Ashutosh played an aggressive hand, scoring 32 off 18 deliveries before being dismissed. Akhils impressive knock came to an end at 63 off 36 balls, but Malwa continued to find valuable contributions from the middle order. Parth Sahani played a crucial cameo of 41 off 24 balls, while Rishabh Chouhan chipped in with 19 off 16 deliveries. Sachin Vishwakarma added a useful 12 off 8 balls towards the end as the Stallions finished with a challenging total on the board. For the opposition, Anurag Malviya was the standout bowler, claiming 3/36 from his four overs, while Pranjul Puri picked up two wickets for 33 runs in his spell. In reply, the Bhopal Leopards got off to a flying start with Rahul Chandrol and Tanishq Yadav adding 33 runs for the opening wicket in just 3.2 overs. Chandrol was the first to depart after a quickfire 24 off 14 deliveries. Tanishq then joined forces with captain Aniket Verma, and the duo took complete control of the chase with an aggressive batting display. Verma looked in sublime touch, particularly targeting Parth Sahani, whom he smashed for three sixes in a single over. The Stallions finally found a breakthrough when Ashutosh Sharma had Tanishq caught behind for a well-made 37 off 23 balls. However, the Leopards remained firmly in command at 108/2 after 10 overs, with Verma continuing his onslaught from one end. The skipper soon brought up a brilliant half-century, but the Stallions attempted a comeback by striking a couple of timely blows, including the prized wicket of Verma. He departed after a blistering 60 off just 29 deliveries, an innings studded with five sixes and five fours. Despite the setback, Ansh Bagadia and Himanshu Shinde ensured the chase was in control. The pair stitched together a crucial 62-run partnership for the fifth wicket, keeping the required run rate well under control. Bagadia contributed 29 off 20 balls before falling with the Leopards needing just one run for victory. The skipper soon brought up a brilliant half-century, but the Stallions attempted a comeback by striking a couple of timely blows, including the prized wicket of Verma. He departed after a blistering 60 off just 29 deliveries, an innings studded with five sixes and five fours. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Reflecting on the win, Aniket Verma said, My approach was simple. In the powerplay, I wanted to spend a little time at the crease, settle in, and then build the innings one ball at a time. The idea was to ensure we found at least one boundary every over so that the required run rate never got out of control. I wasnt really looking at my strike rate, but in hindsight, I feel I could have taken the game even deeper and finished it myself. Thats something Ill look to improve in the coming matches. Article Source: IANS
WI-W vs SCO-W Match 12, Cricket Tips :The next game of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be played between West Indies Women and Scotland Women in Group B. This contest will be held at Headingley in Leeds on Thursday at 11 PM IST. These two teams have started the tournament with a win each. West Indies hammered the defending champion, New Zealand Women in the opening game in a tense chase. Shemaine Campbelle scored an unbeaten 90 and led her team to victory. Scotland are coming off a win over Ireland Women. They have also done well and will challenge West Indies in this game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score WI-W vs SCO-W: Match Details Date : June 18, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 11 PM IST Venue : Headingley, Leeds WI-W vs SCO-W Live Streaming Details The live action of the WI-W vs SCO-W will be available on the Star Sports networks. Fans can also watch the game through the Jio Hotstar app or website. WI-W vs SCO-W Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 01 West Indies Women : 01 Scotland Women : 00 No - Result : 00 WI-W vs SCO-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Leeds is brilliant for batting. It is generally a flat deck, which has a little help for the fast bowlers early on. But the wicket is expected to get better with time. That is where the chasing team will have a little advantage. WI-W vs SCO-W Possible XIs WI-W : Qiana Joseph, Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jannillea Glasgow, Zaida James, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shawnisha Hector, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack SCO-W : Darcey Carter, Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (wk), Katherine Fraser, Megan McColl, Ailsa Lister, Priyanaz Chatterji, Kirstie Gordon, Rachel Slater, Chloe Abel, Gabriella Fontenla WI-W vs SCO-W Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shemaine Campbelle and Kathryn Bryce are two in-form batters who played well in their opening matches. Probable Best Bowler Aaliyah Alleyne and Kirstie Gordon are the two bowlers to watch out for in this game. Today Match Prediction : West Indies Women are more experienced side, and they are expected to do well and win this game. WI-W vs SCO-W Match 12 ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Today 2026 Match, WI-W vs SCO-W 2026 Prediction, WI-W vs SCO-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WI-W vs SCO-W Match Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Womens T20 WC: Smriti And Shafali Gave Us A Great Platform, Says Harmanpreet
T20 World Cup: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur hailed the opening stand between Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma as the key factor in her teams comprehensive 95run victory over the Netherlands in the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup at Headingley in Leeds on Wednesday. Shafali also picked 3-20, while N Sree Charani took 4-19 as India secured their second straight win and moved to the top of Group A. I think we were really good with the bat. It wasnt that easy a wicket, but Smriti and Shafali gave us a great platform. She (Shafali) is always ready with the ball whenever the team needs it. She keeps giving us breakthroughs, and she can go on to be a great all-rounder, Harmanpreet said at the end of the game, where India posted 209/5, their highest total in tournament history. Quizzed on the fast bowlers' performance, Harmanpreet said, Kranti is one who is always bowling for us, and Nandani has got very good experience from WPL, and shes using that here, and it's a good thing that shes giving us breakthroughs in the Powerplay. Asked for an update on Shreyanka Patil, who was stretched off the field due to twisting her right ankle, Harmanpreet said, Right now, I dont have a clear update, but our medical team will give a clear update after assessing her. I think we are in a very good situation. We have achieved what we wanted to in these two games. Smriti Mandhana, adjudged Player of the Match for her second consecutive halfcentury, said she was pleased with her form but stressed preparation against unfamiliar opposition. I think it was a good batting wicket for sure. I mean, whenever we have come to Leeds, Ive played a few matches here in the Hundred, but its always been a good batting wicket and a quick outfield. Again, I mean, the Netherlands did a really good job today. Well, of course, its like unknown territory for all of us. Weve not seen a lot of them. So we had to go through a lot of videos in terms of how they bowl and how we will be approaching the game. One thing we always pride ourselves on is that we dont take any team differently because its their first time or anything. I just thought they put up a really good fight. They fielded really well, and for us it was just about focusing and doing the job for the team. On the preparation for the tougher matches ahead, especially against South Africa and Australia, Smriti said, Again, I wouldnt say I was middling the ball the way I would still like to. Im still a work in progress. But really happy with the way Shafali batted today. We had a good partnership, and it was good to have her back among the runs. Again, I mean, Sree Charani bowled extremely well. So for me, its just about doing the right things, waking up every day, doing the right things, and then seeing how the match goes. Well, of course, its like unknown territory for all of us. Weve not seen a lot of them. So we had to go through a lot of videos in terms of how they bowl and how we will be approaching the game. One thing we always pride ourselves on is that we dont take any team differently because its their first time or anything. I just thought they put up a really good fight. They fielded really well, and for us it was just about focusing and doing the job for the team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked about her assessment of the Netherlands chase, Babette said, I think we never really got going. We lost too many wickets along the way. India bowled very well and very smartly. They played really good cricket, which we can learn a lot from. I think its very special to play against India. To play a top team with our friends and family in the stands, its something Ill always remember. Article Source: IANS
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Women's T20 WC: Smriti, Shafali, Charani Help India Thrash Netherlands By 95 Runs (ld)
T20 World Cup: Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma struck commanding halfcenturies before Sree Charani claimed a four-wicket haul to power India to a comprehensive 95run victory over the Netherlands in their 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup clash at Headingley in Leeds on Wednesday. Pushed into batting first under overcast skies, Smriti and Shafali cashed in on wayward newball bowling to share a 115run stand before Shafali departed for 55 off 38 balls, studded with ten boundaries. Smriti, in imperious touch, top-scored with 74 off 47 balls, her consecutive fifty laced with 11 fours and a six. The finishing burst came from Richa Ghosh (20 not out) and Deepti Sharma (10 not out), who combined clean hitting with sharp placement to take India to their highest score in the competitions history. As India hit their first-ever 200-plus total in ICC Women's T20 World Cup history, the Netherlands had their moments but squandered the chances with dropped catches and nervy bowling. The bowlers, led by Charanis four-for and Shafali Vermas 3-20, ensured it was never threatened as they bowled out the Netherlands for 114 in 17.3 overs. With the win, India are now on top of the Group A table, with a net run rate of 3.98, which is 0.10 more than that of Australia. India will also hope that nothing is too serious with offspin allrounder Shreyanka Patil, who was stretchered off after twisting her right ankle while fielding off her own bowling. The sight of her being taken off the field on a stretcher was a dampener amid Indias dominant win. Indias innings began with Shafali opening her bat face late to steer Iris Zwilling for four, before rocking back to cut Heather Siegers through extra cover for another boundary. With the Netherlands struggling with lines, Smriti joined the boundary-hitting act with crisp drives, before Shafali pulled and lofted Isabel van der Woning for three boundaries. Smriti then lofted Iris over extra cover and punched through the same region to bring up Indias jointfastest team fifty in Womens T20 World Cup history - achieved inside 5.1 overs. Myrthe van den Raads nervy debut overcompounded the Netherlands woes, as she conceded six wides and India surged to 59/0 by the end of the powerplay. The momentum only grew from there as a measured Shafali lofted and sliced Isabel for boundaries, before hoicking and sweeping Caroline de Lange to her maiden T20 World Cup fifty off 34 balls in the 11th over. Smriti followed it up with backtoback fifties of her own this one coming in 36 balls by carving Heather for a six over longoff after dancing down the ground to hit a boundary. Even after Shafalis dismissal for 55, after holing out to long-on off Heather, Jemimah Rodrigues arrived with crisp timing - driving through extra cover and pulling confidently for her boundaries. Smriti showcased her impeccable timing and proper placement of shots while hitting Silver Siegers for four boundaries in the 15th over. She first advanced down the pitch to carve one over extra cover, then again came out to loft straight back over the bowlers head. Staying deep in the crease, Smriti then powered a pull square of the wicket before finishing the 18-run over with an emphatic slog-sweep through deep midwicket. After Smriti brought out a fantastic lofted straight drive off Caroline, Netherlands clawed back Smriti toe-ended a loft to mid-off, while Jemimah gave an edge behind while trying to play a pre-mediated scoop off Myrthe, and Yastika Bhatia was stumped after being foxed by a googly from the leg-spinner. Richa lit up the 18th over with a flat six over the bowlers head and a boundary slapped past sweeper cover, while Harmanpreet Kaur sliced and smashed to get two fours. After Harmanpreet hit to mid-off against Iris, Deepti flicked a full ball over fine leg for six to bring up Indias 200 and pulled the last ball for four, as 19 runs came off the final over. Defending a massive 209, India had to bide their time for a breakthrough as Heather and Phebe Moleknboer hit six boundaries between themselves. They finally got a breakthrough via Nandni Sharma, who had Heather chipping to extra cover for 21. Deepti followed up by taking out Phebe, who sliced to mid-off, while Shafali castled Sterre Kalis to leave the Netherlands reeling at 77/3. Skipper Babette de Leede offered resistance with 28, but her stumping off Nandni triggered a collapse. From 96/4, the Netherlands lost four wickets in the space of 12 balls, as Charani was the chief destroyer, with Robine Rijke, Frederique Overdijk, Myrthe van den Raad, and Iris Zwilling all falling to her guile. Shafali returned to add two more scalps as Indias spinners accounted for nine wickets to take the ODI World Cup holders to the top of Group A. Deepti followed up by taking out Phebe, who sliced to mid-off, while Shafali castled Sterre Kalis to leave the Netherlands reeling at 77/3. Skipper Babette de Leede offered resistance with 28, but her stumping off Nandni triggered a collapse. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 209/5 in 20 overs (Smriti Mandhana 74, Shafali Verma 55; Caroline de Lange 2-32, Heather Siegers 1-31) beat Netherlands 114 all out in 17.3 overs (Babette de Leede 28, Heather Siegers 21; Sree Charani 4-19, Shafali Verma 3-20) by 95 runs Article Source: IANS
Shafali's all-round show helps India beat Netherlands
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Womens T20 WC: Charani Picks 4-19 As India Register Comprehensive 95-run Win Over Netherlands
T20 World Cup: Indias bowlers, led by N Sree Charanis 4-19, delivered a ruthless performance to seal a 95run victory over the Netherlands in their 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup group clash at Headingley on Wednesday. With the win, India are now on top of the Group A table, with a net run rate of 3.98, which is 0.10 more than that of Australia. Halfcenturies from Smriti Mandhana (74) and Shafali Verma (55), followed by late fireworks from Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma, carried India to 209/5, their highest in Womens T20 World Cup history. The bowlers, led by Charanis four-for and Shafali Vermas 3-20, ensured it was never threatened as they bowled out the Netherlands for 114 in 17.3 overs. India will also hope that nothing is too serious with off-spin bowling all-rounder Shreyanka Patil, who was stretchered off the field after twisting her right ankle. Defending a massive 209, India had to bide their time for a breakthrough as Heather Siegers and Phebe Moleknboer hit six boundaries between themselves. They finally got a breakthrough via Nandni Sharma, who had Heather chipping to extra cover for 21. Deepti Sharma followed up with the dismissal of Phebe, who sliced to mid-off, while Shafali castled Sterre Kalis to leave the Netherlands reeling at 77/3. Babette de Leede offered resistance with 28, but her stumping off Nandni triggered a collapse. From 96/4, the Netherlands lost four wickets in the space of 12 balls, as Charani was the chief destroyer, with Robine Rijke, Frederique Overdijk, Myrthe van den Raad, and Iris Zwilling all falling to her guile. Shafali returned to add two more scalps as Indias spinners accounted for nine wickets to take the ODI World Cup holders to the top of Group A. They finally got a breakthrough via Nandni Sharma, who had Heather chipping to extra cover for 21. Deepti Sharma followed up with the dismissal of Phebe, who sliced to mid-off, while Shafali castled Sterre Kalis to leave the Netherlands reeling at 77/3. Babette de Leede offered resistance with 28, but her stumping off Nandni triggered a collapse. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 209/5 in 20 overs (Smriti Mandhana 74, Shafali Verma 55; Caroline de Lange 2-32, Heather Siegers 1-31) beat Netherlands 114 all out in 17.3 overs (Babette de Leede 28, Heather Siegers 21; Sree Charani 4-19, Shafali Verma 3-20) by 95 runs Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: Shreyanka Patil Stretchered Off After Twisting Her Right Ankle In Leeds
T20 World Cup: India have suffered a huge scare in their 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup campaign when off-spin bowling allrounder Shreyanka Patil was stretchered off the field after twisting her right ankle during the ongoing Group A match against the Netherlands at Headingley in Leeds on Wednesday. The incident occurred on the first ball of the sixth over of the Netherlands innings when Shreyanka, having just come in to bowl, chased a ball towards midon, but went down on the field after twisting her right ankle. She immediately clutched her ankle and winced in pain, with teammates rushing to aid her. The Indian team medical staff attended to her on the field before she was stretchered off, with Shreyanka looking visibly distressed and covering her face. The injury looks very serious, considering Shreyanka was unable to put any weight on the injured ankle when she tried to get up from the ground. Shafali Verma then came in to complete the remainder of the sixth over. The injury is particularly worrying given Shreyankas previous record of dealing with setbacks. She had previously spent many months on the sidelines - she fractured a finger during the Womens T20 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka in July 2024. After playing in the 2024 Womens T20 World Cup in the UAE, Shreyanka had shin issues in both legs and fractured her left thumb while fielding, before she made her comeback in the 2025 Womens CPL in the West Indies. Shafali Verma then came in to complete the remainder of the sixth over. The injury is particularly worrying given Shreyankas previous record of dealing with setbacks. She had previously spent many months on the sidelines - she fractured a finger during the Womens T20 Asia Cup in Sri Lanka in July 2024. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias management is yet to issue an official update on the extent of her injury, but the sight of Shreyanka being stretchered off is a significant blow to Indias balance. With her ability to bowl in the powerplay and being a livewire on the field, Shreyankas potential absence could force India to rethink their combinations for the remainder of the group stage. Article Source: IANS
2nd ODI: We Didn't Bowl Well, Gave Them Momentum, Says Shahidi After Afghanistans Defeat To India
Ekana Cricket Stadium: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi refused to use conditions or the toss as an excuse after his side suffered a crushing 170-run defeat to India in the second ODI here at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, instead pinpointing shortcomings with the ball as the key reason behind the loss that handed the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead. India piled up 402 before bowling Afghanistan out for 232 to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. While the visitors faced a daunting challenge after Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan's record-breaking partnership, Shahidi believed Afghanistan's bowlers allowed India to seize control far too easily. You cannot put all things on toss. I think we were not good enough at bowling. So many easy options in the bowling for them. We gave them momentum, I think that's why we didn't bowl well in the first 20 overs, Shahidi said after the match. Afghanistan struggled to contain India's batting line-up once Gill and Kishan settled in. The pair added 224 runs for the third wicket, transforming a solid platform into a mammoth total. Although Afghanistan fought back in the closing overs through Nangeyalia Kharoti and Rashid Khan, the damage had already been done. Shahidi acknowledged the challenging conditions but stressed that his team's execution with the ball fell below expectations. Yeah, it was hot, but at the same time, you cannot put everything on toss. You have to bowl well in the right areas. We didn't do that well today, so hopefully we will learn from this, he added. The Afghanistan skipper also shed light on the decision to promote Darwish Rasooli ahead of him during the chase. Chasing more than 400, Afghanistan needed quick runs, but the move was complicated by Rasooli's physical condition. I think he was cramping. I asked him, the coach asked him if he was okay, he said, 'I am okay, I want to bat.' So that's why I told him to go before me because he is a good striker of the ball and we needed someone to hit big for us, but unfortunately, he got cramps again, and hopefully he recovers soon, he stated. Rasooli's brief appearance ultimately failed to change the course of the contest as India's bowlers maintained complete control. Afghanistan's most significant resistance came through Rahmat Shah, whose fighting 79 helped prevent an even heavier defeat. The experienced batter once again demonstrated his value in the middle order, battling through a difficult chase while wickets continued to fall around him. Despite the disappointing result and the loss of the series, Shahidi insisted there were still positives for Afghanistan to carry into the final ODI in Chennai. He pointed to individual performances, particularly from Rahmat Shah and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, as signs that the batting group continues to make progress against high-quality opposition. I think a lot of learning because it was a tough series for us, and hopefully in the Chennai game, we do well, and I think we had positives also in this series. The way Rahmat played today and the way Gurbaz is playing, we have all these positive things with us, Shahidi noted. However, Shahidi made it clear that Afghanistan's bowling unit must improve significantly if they are to avoid another difficult outing in the series finale. I think a lot of learning because it was a tough series for us, and hopefully in the Chennai game, we do well, and I think we had positives also in this series. The way Rahmat played today and the way Gurbaz is playing, we have all these positive things with us, Shahidi noted. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With the series already decided, Afghanistan will head to Chennai in search of both a consolation victory and answers with the ball, while India will look to complete a clean sweep after another dominant all-round performance. Article Source: IANS
Shreyanka Patil stretchered off after twisting ankle during Netherlands clash
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Bengal T20 League: Bowlers Help Purulia Overcome Malda, Seal Semis Spot In Men's Competition
Bengal T20 League Season: Novus Royals Purulia held their nerve in yet another last-over thriller in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 men's competition, edging Sobisco Smashers Malda by eight runs at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Friday to seal a place in the semifinals. With the victory, Purulia became the third team after Sobisco Smashers Malda, and Shrachi Rarh Tigers to qualify for the last four. Batting first, Purulia posted 139/8 in 20 overs, with Yuvraj Deepak Keshwani top-scoring with 40 off 28 balls. Ankur Paul and Priyam Sarkar also chipped in with useful contributions to help Purulia post a competitive total. For Malda, Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Ramesh Prasad, and Prayas Ray Barman bagged two wickets each. In reply, Malda fought till the very end but fell short, scoring 131/8 in their 20 overs. Prayas Ray Barman top-scored with 32 off 28 balls, but the target proved just beyond their reach. Mithilesh Das (3-18) and Pradipta Pramanik (3-20) starred with the ball for Purulia, while Ravi Kumar and Pritam Chakraborty chipped in with a wicket each to help their side clinch a memorable victory and a semifinal berth. The Bengal T20 League is a franchise-based T20 cricket competition organised under the aegis of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Now in its third season, the league features eight city-based franchises representing the breadth of West Bengal - Adamas Howrah Warriors, Novus Royals Purulia, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Murshidabad Kings & Kueens, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Shrachi Rarh Tigers, and Sobisco Smashers Malda competing across men's and women's competitions. Men's matches are held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with women's matches at the JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata. Mithilesh Das (3-18) and Pradipta Pramanik (3-20) starred with the ball for Purulia, while Ravi Kumar and Pritam Chakraborty chipped in with a wicket each to help their side clinch a memorable victory and a semifinal berth. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Novus Royals Purulia 139/8 in 20 overs (Yuvraj Deepak Keshwani 40) beat Sobisco Smashers Malda 131/8 in 20 overs (Prayas Ray Barman 32; Mithilesh Das 3-18, Pradipta Pramanik 3-20) by 8 runs. Article Source: IANS
CAB Stresses Legal Framework In Complaint Handling
The Cricket Association: The office-bearers of Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) have written a letter to Indranil Khan, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Department of Youth Services & Sports, reaffirming the association's systemic integrity, robust grievance redressal mechanism, and judicial checks and balances. In the formal communication put forth in response to an open letter posted on his Facebook page by former CAB president Avishek Dalmiya, raising generalised apprehensions over alleged corruption, systemic rot, and selection integrity in the organisation. The incumbant managing committee led by former India captain Sourav Ganguly, made its position clear on these allegations by asserting that there are processes in place in The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) to ensure comjpliance to ethical and moral mandate as per the Constitution of the BCCI are enforced via the good office of an Ombudsman, who is, as per the norm, is a retired Chief Justice of a High Court, and an Ethics Officer. This is precisely the framework governing the CAB, where, for the last two years, the Hon'ble Justice Jyotirmay Bhattacharya, former Chief Justice of the High Court of Calcutta, has been officiating as the Hon'ble Ombudsman, and is presently also officiating as the Hon'ble Ethics Officer, the letter said. In the letter, the CAB officer-bearers took pride in stating that all complaints brought in front of the forum are treated with the highest degree of legal sanctity, impartiality, and transparency, entirely free from the interference of current office-bearers. The letter went on to say that this system has been in place since 2019 and also listed the eminent personalities who have led the CAB in the past 30 years. In the communication, the office-bearers also invited the Bengal Sports Minister to visit the CAB and interact with its 140 members to ascertain facts. Given that a retired Chief Justice of the High Court heads this apex integrity mechanism within our constitution, bypassing this established judicial forum via open public letters appears to be an attempt to publicise sports governance issues rather than addressing genuine concerns through proper legal channels, the letter alleged. In the communication, the office-bearers also invited the Bengal Sports Minister to visit the CAB and interact with its 140 members to ascertain facts. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The current administration of the CAB remains entirely focused on the meritocracy of clean governance and major infrastructure projects for the state. We assure the Government of West Bengal that any specific evidence-backed complaint submitted to the Hon'ble Ombudsman will be dealt with under the strict rule of law, the CAB office-bearers asserted in their letter. Article Source: IANS
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Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan Power India to 170-Run Win Over Afghanistan, Seal ODI Series
India clinched the three-match ODI series with an unassailable 2-0 lead after defeating Afghanistan by 170 runs in the second match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday. The hosts combined a batting masterclass led by captain Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan with a disciplined bowling display to overpower Afghanistan despite a spirited fight from Rahmat Shah. Chasing 403, Afghanistan needed a flying start but never truly threatened the target. India's pace attack struck regularly, preventing the visitors from building meaningful partnerships. Arshdeep Singh led the charge with three wickets, while debutant Prince Yadav claimed his maiden ODI wicket and Gurnoor Brar impressed with three wickets of his own. Amid the collapse around him, Rahmat Shah stood tall with a determined innings of 79 from 89 deliveries. Displaying excellent technique and resilience, he battled through cramps and found regular boundaries to keep Afghanistan's hopes alive, albeit faintly. Rashid Khan provided some entertainment with a quickfire cameo, but the required rate continued to climb beyond reach. The end came in the 45th over when Brar and Prince Yadav cleaned up the tail. Rahmat's valiant resistance was finally ended when he pulled Prince Yadav to fine leg, where Brar completed an excellent catch. Afghanistan were bowled out for 232 in 44.3 overs, handing India a comprehensive 170-run victory. The result underlined India's dominance throughout the contest. Gill's captain's knock and Kishan's explosive century laid the platform for a massive total, while the bowlers completed the job clinically to secure the series with a game to spare. Earlier in the day, India made a steady start but were briefly checked by Afghanistan's disciplined new-ball bowling. The visitors even opened with off-spinner AM Ghazanfar in a surprise move, and Yashasvi Jaiswal struggled to find fluency before falling early. Rohit Sharma looked in sublime touch, peppering the boundary ropes with elegant strokes, but narrowly missed a half-century when he was dismissed for 48, leaving India at 80/2. What followed was the defining phase of the match. Gill and Kishan joined forces to produce a breathtaking third-wicket partnership that completely shifted momentum in India's favour. Gill played the anchor's role with characteristic composure while Kishan launched a relentless assault on Afghanistan's bowlers. The pair added 224 runs in just 140 deliveries, scoring at nearly ten runs an over and leaving the visitors with few answers. Gill brought up his ninth ODI century off just 77 balls and continued to accelerate, reaching 150 in only 108 deliveries. His magnificent 154 off 110 balls included 22 fours and two sixes, while the innings also saw him become the fastest Indian to reach 3,000 ODI runs in terms of innings. At the other end, Kishan was equally destructive, smashing 125 from only 79 balls with 14 fours and seven sixes. His century came off just 71 deliveries as he dominated the middle overs and ensured India maintained an extraordinary scoring rate. The onslaught helped India race past 300 in only 35.5 overs, one of the fastest 300-plus totals achieved by a team batting first in ODI history. Shreyas Iyer chipped in with a brisk 26, and India appeared set for an even bigger score before Afghanistan fought back admirably in the closing stages. Left-arm spinner Nangeyalia Kharoti sparked a collapse by dismissing both Gill and Iyer and finished with impressive figures of 4/76, while Rashid Khan claimed three wickets. India lost their final seven wickets for just 80 runs but still finished with a formidable 402 all out in 49.5 overs. The onslaught helped India race past 300 in only 35.5 overs, one of the fastest 300-plus totals achieved by a team batting first in ODI history. Shreyas Iyer chipped in with a brisk 26, and India appeared set for an even bigger score before Afghanistan fought back admirably in the closing stages. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 402/10 in 49.5 overs (Shubman Gill 154, Ishan Kishan 125; Nangeyalia Kharoti 4-76, Rashid Khan 3-48) beat Afghanistan 232/10 in 44.3 overs (Rahmat Shah 79, Sediqullah Atal 42; Arshdeep Singh 3-45, Gurnoor Brar 3-60) by 170 runs. Article Source: IANS
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Womens T20 WC: I Just Practiced Hard To Get My Shots Again, Says Shafali Verma
T20 World Cup: Indias right-handed opener Shafali Verma said her return to form in the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup was the result of hard work done in the nets, after she struck a fluent halfcentury in the teams record total of 209/5 against Netherlands at Headingley on Wednesday. Happy to be back with some runs. Happy with the batting. I just practiced hard to get my shots again and I work hard on that in the nets and just executed well. When balls were not coming on, I just went for singles so it was a mature innings. 200plus is a very big score so hopefully it will help the run rate. Richa and Deepti finished well so we are happy with that, Shafali said to broadcasters in a mid-innings chat. Shafali, 22, shared a 115-run stand with vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, which set the tone for Indias mammoth score. Shafalis 55 off 38 balls, laced with ten boundaries, was her first fifty in the Womens T20 World Cup after taking the tournament by storm as a teenager in the 2020 edition in Australia. 200plus is a very big score so hopefully it will help the run rate. Richa and Deepti finished well so we are happy with that, Shafali said to broadcasters in a mid-innings chat. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Netherlands bowlers had their moments but dropped catches and nervy bowling proved to be costly. India will now aim to get a significant boost to their net run rate, a factor that could prove decisive in a tough group comprising Australia and South Africa, who they will face at Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester on June 21. Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: Smriti And Shafali Fifties Carry India To 209/5 Against Netherlands
T20 World Cup: Despite being put into batting first under overcast skies, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma struck commanding halfcenturies to carry India to 209/5 against Netherlands in the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup clash at Headingley on Wednesday. The openers cashed in on wayward newball bowling to share a 115run stand before Shafali departed for 55 off 38 balls. Smriti, in imperious touch, top-scored with 74 off 47 balls. The finishing burst came from Richa Ghosh (20 not out) and Deepti Sharma (10 not out), who combined clean hitting with sharp placement to take India to their highest score in the competition. Netherlands had their moments but squandered chances with dropped catches and missed runouts, leaving India firmly in command at the halfway stage. Indias innings began with Shafali opening her bat face late to steer Iris Zwilling for four, before rocking back to cut Heather Siegers through extra cover for another boundary. With Netherlands struggling with lines, Smriti joined the boundary-hitting act with crisp drives, before Shafali pulled and lofted Isabel van der Woning for three boundaries. Smriti then lofted Iris over extra cover and punched through the same region to bring up Indias jointfastest team fifty in Womens T20 World Cup history - achieved inside 5.1 overs. Myrthe van den Raads nervy debut over compounded Netherlands woes, as she conceded six wides and India surged to 59/0 by the end of the powerplay. The momentum only grew from there as a measured Shafali lofted and sliced Isabel for boundaries, before hoicking and sweeping Caroline de Lange to her maiden T20 World Cup fifty off 34 balls in the 11th over. Smriti followed it up with backtoback fifties of her own this one coming in 36 balls by carving Heather for a six over longoff after dancing down the ground to hit a boundary. Even after Shafalis dismissal for 55, after holing out to long-on off Heather, Jemimah Rodrigues arrived with crisp timing - driving through extra cover and pulling confidently for her boundaries. Smriti showcased her impeccable timing and proper placement of shots while hitting Silver Siegers for four boundaries in the 15th over. She first advanced down the pitch to carve one over extra cover, then again came out to loft straight back over the bowlers head. Staying deep in the crease, Smriti then powered a pull square of the wicket before finishing the 18-run over with an emphatic slog-sweep through deep midwicket. After Smriti brought out a fantastic lofted straight drive off Caroline, Netherlands clawed back Smriti toe-ended a loft to mid-off, while Jemimah gave an edge behind while trying to play a pre-mediated scoop off Myrthe and Yastika Bhatia was stumped after being foxed by a googly from the leg-spinner. She first advanced down the pitch to carve one over extra cover, then again came out to loft straight back over the bowlers head. Staying deep in the crease, Smriti then powered a pull square of the wicket before finishing the 18-run over with an emphatic slog-sweep through deep midwicket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 209/5 in 20 overs (Smriti Mandhana 74, Shafali Verma 55; Caroline de Lange 2-32, Heather Siegers 1-31) against Netherland Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: England Skipper Nat SciverBrunt Ruled Out Of Next Two Games With Calf Strain
T20 World Cup: England captain Nat SciverBrunt has been sidelined for the next two matches of the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup after picking a left calf strain during their Group B win over Ireland at The Rose Bowl on Tuesday evening. Vicecaptain Charlie Dean will lead England in their upcoming clashes against Scotland, to be played at Headingley on Saturday, and West Indies, to be staged at Lords on June 24 in Nats absence. Nat, 33, retired hurt on 48 with nine runs needed in Englands fourwicket win after feeling tightness in her calf, but insisted at the conclusion of the game that it was a precautionary decision. But the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Wednesday that a scan revealed a muscle strain in the same area where Nat previously suffered a calf injury in the run-up to the 12-team mega event. England Womens captain Nat SciverBrunt suffered a left calf muscle strain, in a similar location to her recent injury, while batting against Ireland Women in the ICC Womens T20 World Cup group match in Southampton on Tuesday. Following a scan on Wednesday and further assessment by the England medical team, she will be unavailable for the next two fixtures against Scotland and West Indies. Nat will continue to be monitored and assessed by the England medical team as she undertakes her rehab while remaining in the squad, said the ECB in its statement. The recurrence of calf injury to Nat is a major concern for hosts and 2009 champions England, who have begun their campaign with two wins from as many games. She had earlier missed six weeks of cricket after sustaining a minor calf tear in April, which ruled her out of whiteball series against New Zealand and India. Charlie, who only began captaining England in May, had guided the team to series wins against New Zealand and India in Nats absence. Englands victory over Ireland was built on Nats 64run stand with Heather Knight after a toporder wobble left them at 35/3. The recurrence of calf injury to Nat is a major concern for hosts and 2009 champions England, who have begun their campaign with two wins from as many games. She had earlier missed six weeks of cricket after sustaining a minor calf tear in April, which ruled her out of whiteball series against New Zealand and India. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Nats absence for Englands next two games means Sophia Dunkley, who hasnt been at her run-scoring best, could come in to bat at number three. Another option would be either of Amy Jones or Alice Capsey to bat at number three Article Source: IANS
Nat Sciver-Brunt ruled out of England's next two matches in major World Cup blow
Scans reveal England's captain suffered a repeat strain of her left calf muscle against Ireland on Tuesday
Ireland's Ava Canning out of Women's T20 World Cup with injury
Jane Maguire has been called up as a replacement to Ireland's T20 World Cup squad
Womens T20 WC: Jane Maguire Replaces Injured Ava Canning In Irelands Squad
The Event Technical Committee: Ireland have drafted seamer Jane Maguire into their squad for the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup after medium pacer Ava Canning was ruled out due to a stress fracture in her back. The ICC confirmed Janes inclusion in Irelands squad after getting the approval from the tournaments Event Technical Committee, comprising Wasim Khan (Chair and ICC General Manager Cricket), Gaurav Saxena (ICC General Manager Events & Corporate Communications), Beth BarrettWild (Tournament Director and host representative), and StacyAnn King (Independent nominee). The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 has approved Jane Maguire as a replacement for Ava Canning in the Ireland squad. The replacement of a player requires the approval of the Event Technical Committee before the replacement player can be officially added to the squad, said the ICC in its statement on Wednesday. Ava had missed Irelands clash against hosts and 2009 champions England, which they lost by six wickets at The Rose Bowl in Southampton, with captain Gaby Lewis saying that it was due to a precaution. In her absence, Louise Little came into Irelands playing eleven and hit an unbeaten 26. Canning was sent for a precautionary scan yesterday after she raised concerns over her back after the match against Scotland last Saturday. Unfortunately for the Leinster all-rounder, the scan has revealed a stress fracture in her back, and she will fly home to begin recovery and rehabilitation immediately. Maguire will join up with the squad tomorrow, said Cricket Ireland in its statement. Ava had missed Irelands clash against hosts and 2009 champions England, which they lost by six wickets at The Rose Bowl in Southampton, with captain Gaby Lewis saying that it was due to a precaution. In her absence, Louise Little came into Irelands playing eleven and hit an unbeaten 26. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ireland have lost both of their Group B games against Scotland and England. They will aim to get off the mark on the points table and get their first-ever win in the Womens T20 World Cup when they take on defending champions New Zealand in Southampton on Friday evening. Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup: Veteran all-rounder Ellyse Perry said she was delighted to contribute to another Australian victory after playing a key role in her side's commanding nine-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday. Perry produced an impressive all-round performance, claiming 2-14 with the ball before remaining unbeaten on 19 as Australia comfortably chased down Bangladesh's total of 77/8 in just 9.3 overs. Her efforts earned her the Player of the Match award as Australia registered their second consecutive victory of the tournament. Reflecting on the bowling performance, Perry said Australia made the most of favourable conditions after opting to bowl first. I thought we started really well with the ball. Obviously, we came up front to take those early wickets. It sort of felt a little bit seam-friendly today, a little bit off the wicket as well as in the air, Perry said after the match. Australia's bowlers dominated from the outset, with Kim Garth, Sophie Molineux, and Perry taking two wickets each to keep Bangladesh under constant pressure. The Asian side never recovered from their early collapse and were restricted to a below-par total. So yeah, I thought it was a really great all-round job for the whole group. And, nice to contribute a little bit personally as well, Perry added. The experienced all-rounder also spoke about her continued work with the ball, dismissing suggestions that her recent bowling performances were intended to send a message about her role in the side. Its certainly not about sending any signal. I just like any opportunity to contribute. I really enjoy doing that with this group. They are wonderful cricket players, and we have a lot of fun on the field, she said. Perry explained that she continues to work hard on her bowling despite her long and successful international career. Ive been chipping away with my bowling. I love doing it. It keeps me interested in training to have a trundle. And yeah, there are bits and pieces that you've always got to learn and keep trying to develop. I've been doing that for the last little bit, so to have an opportunity today was really enjoyable. Perry also highlighted the importance of adapting quickly to different playing conditions during a major tournament, noting that Headingley offered a different challenge compared to Australia's previous match at Old Trafford. Perry explained that she continues to work hard on her bowling despite her long and successful international career. Ive been chipping away with my bowling. I love doing it. It keeps me interested in training to have a trundle. And yeah, there are bits and pieces that you've always got to learn and keep trying to develop. I've been doing that for the last little bit, so to have an opportunity today was really enjoyable. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With two wins from two matches and strong contributions coming from across the squad, Australia have made an impressive start to their campaign as they chase a record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title. Article Source: IANS
MPL T20 Scindia Cup: In another high-scoring fixture in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026, Bhopal Leopards chased down a target of 195 by five wickets against Malwa Stallions with more than an over to spare at Holkar Stadium, Indore to return back to winning ways. Malwa Stallions posted a competitive 194/9 in their allotted 20 overs after being put in to bat, in an innings that was briefly interrupted by rain. The Stallions suffered an early setback when Saksham Purohit was dismissed for 5 off just 4 deliveries. However, Ansh Yadav and Akhil Nigote Yadav steadied the innings with a solid 57-run partnership for the second wicket. Ansh departed for 13 off 11 balls, but Akhil continued to anchor the innings and brought up a fine half-century. He then combined with skipper Ashutosh Sharma to add 39 runs for the third wicket. Ashutosh played an aggressive hand, scoring 32 off 18 deliveries before being dismissed. Akhils impressive knock came to an end at 63 off 36 balls, but Malwa continued to find valuable contributions from the middle order. Parth Sahani played a crucial cameo of 41 off 24 balls, while Rishabh Chouhan chipped in with 19 off 16 deliveries. Sachin Vishwakarma added a useful 12 off 8 balls towards the end as the Stallions finished with a challenging total on the board. For the opposition, Anurag Malviya was the standout bowler, claiming 3/36 from his four overs, while Pranjul Puri picked up two wickets for 33 runs in his spell. In reply, the Bhopal Leopards got off to a flying start with Rahul Chandrol and Tanishq Yadav adding 33 runs for the opening wicket in just 3.2 overs. Chandrol was the first to depart after a quickfire 24 off 14 deliveries. Tanishq then joined forces with captain Aniket Verma, and the duo took complete control of the chase with an aggressive batting display. Verma looked in sublime touch, particularly targeting Parth Sahani, whom he smashed for three sixes in a single over. The Stallions finally found a breakthrough when Ashutosh Sharma had Tanishq caught behind for a well-made 37 off 23 balls. However, the Leopards remained firmly in command at 108/2 after 10 overs, with Verma continuing his onslaught from one end. The skipper soon brought up a brilliant half-century, but the Stallions attempted a comeback by striking a couple of timely blows, including the prized wicket of Verma. He departed after a blistering 60 off just 29 deliveries, an innings studded with five sixes and five fours. Despite the setback, Ansh Bagadia and Himanshu Shinde ensured the chase was in control. The pair stitched together a crucial 62-run partnership for the fifth wicket, keeping the required run rate well under control. Bagadia contributed 29 off 20 balls before falling with the Leopards needing just one run for victory. The skipper soon brought up a brilliant half-century, but the Stallions attempted a comeback by striking a couple of timely blows, including the prized wicket of Verma. He departed after a blistering 60 off just 29 deliveries, an innings studded with five sixes and five fours. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Reflecting on the win, Aniket Verma said, My approach was simple. In the powerplay, I wanted to spend a little time at the crease, settle in, and then build the innings one ball at a time. The idea was to ensure we found at least one boundary every over so that the required run rate never got out of control. I wasnt really looking at my strike rate, but in hindsight, I feel I could have taken the game even deeper and finished it myself. Thats something Ill look to improve in the coming matches. Article Source: IANS
Cooper Connolly Stars as Australia Beat Bangladesh by Four Wickets in T20I Opener
Cooper Connolly struck a rapid-fire 47 off 27 balls to steer Australia to a four-wicket win over Bangladesh in the opening T20 international on Wednesday. Australia chased down 132 with 10 balls to spare, finishing on 133-6 in 18.2 overs to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Connolly anchored the chase after early setbacks, hitting four fours and three sixes before falling three runs short of a maiden half-century. Bangladesh made early inroads as Shoriful Islam dismissed Josh Inglis for five before Mustafizur Rahman removed Mitchell Marsh for 13, leaving Australia at 38-2 inside five overs. Connolly rebuilt the innings in a 40-run third-wicket stand with Tim David, who made 20 before falling to Mehidy Hasan. Connolly then pushed Australia towards the target before he was caught attempting a six off debutant Abdul Gaffar Saqlain. Australia stumbled again as Matt Renshaw and debutant Nikhil Chaudhary both fell for 18, with Saqlain and Rishad Hossain striking to keep Bangladesh in the contest. But debutant Joel Davies and Xavier Bartlett saw the visitors home in 18.2 overs, finishing unbeaten on seven and four respectively. Davies said Australia's bowlers had adapted their plans to the venue's dimensions. Here in Bangladesh, the grounds are a fair bit smaller than in Australia, so if there were any parts of the ground that were slightly bigger, I had to use that to my advantage, he said after the match. Saqlain returned 2-32, while Shoriful, Mustafizur, Mehidy and Rishad took one wicket each. Earlier, Australia's spinners dominated as Bangladesh were bowled out for 131 after electing to bat. Adam Zampa (3-18) and Davies (3-17) led the attack, with Australia's spinners taking nine wickets, the most by Australian spin bowlers in a T20I innings. Bangladesh lost momentum after a brisk powerplay, finishing with only 131 despite reaching 52 in six overs. Mehidy top-scored with an unbeaten 29, while stand-in captain Towhid Hridoy, captain in place of the injured Litton Das, made eight. Bangladesh pace bowling coach Talha Jubair said the hosts failed to build on a promising powerplay. Our powerplay was excellent, we scored 52 in six overs, but from there we could not carry on, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We went too far for boundaries when we could have built a partnership. We lost three wickets between overs seven and 15, where we needed to build our innings, he said.
Harris, Barnes rout Warwickshire batting as Somerset surge
Stunning collapse opens door for Learoyd's cruise to victory at Exmouth
Netherlands bowl; India bring in Nandani and Yastika
Netherlands brought in an extra bowler, Myrthe van den Raad, replacing batter Sanya Khurana in overcast conditions at Headingley
Debutant Davies lives his dream on banner day for Australia's spinners
Joel Davies took 3 for 17 as Australia's spinners sank Bangladesh in the first T20I in Chattogram
T20 World Cup: Australia captain Sophie Molineux praised her team's all-round performance after the six-time champions registered a dominant nine-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday, saying the squad's depth gives them the flexibility to adapt to any conditions. Australia produced a clinical display with both bat and ball to secure their second consecutive victory of the tournament. After restricting Bangladesh to 77/8 in 20 overs, they chased down the target in just 9.3 overs, with opener Georgia Voll remaining unbeaten on 45. Molineux said the decision to bowl first worked exactly as Australia had anticipated, with the bowlers making full use of the conditions. Yeah, it was sort of what we were expecting. Kimmy up front was beautiful. She got her shape and bowled beautifully. And then I think everyone who came on after that did their role. So it was, all in all, a good day, Molineux said after the match. Australia's seamers enjoyed assistance from the Headingley surface early in the innings and quickly put Bangladesh under pressure. Kim Garth struck twice in her opening spell, while Elyssa Perry and Molineux claimed two wickets each as Bangladesh never recovered from their poor start. One of the major positives for Australia was the performance of veteran all-rounder Elyssa Perry, who picked up two wickets before contributing an unbeaten 19 during the chase. Molineux said Perry's continued desire to improve remains one of her greatest strengths. Yeah, she's warmed up every single game since 2023 as well. So she's always chipping away at her game. And I think conditions like this really suit her. She's always been able to shape the ball and can get a little bit out of the wicket as well, Molineux said. So those conditions really suit her. And I think we're just blessed that we've got options no matter what conditions or opponent we're playing against, She added. The Australian captain also reserved special praise for opener Georgia Voll, whose aggressive batting ensured the chase was completed with minimal fuss. Voll struck six fours and a six in her unbeaten 45 and was named Player of the Match for her efforts. Yeah, that was great to see from Voll. We all know how clean a striker she is, and it was great to be able to see some of that today, Molineux said. The victory means Australia have now won both of their opening matches in the tournament and have quickly established themselves as one of the leading contenders for the title. Yeah, that was great to see from Voll. We all know how clean a striker she is, and it was great to be able to see some of that today, Molineux said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Yeah, I think so. It's one game at a time. It's a bit of a clich, but we can't get too far ahead of ourselves. At the same time, we have to be able to enjoy wins like this. So yeah, all in all, it's been a great start, she said. Article Source: IANS
Dream Was To Play For India And Wear The Indian Jersey: Prince Yadav
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Fast bowler Prince Yadav described representing India as the fulfilment of a lifelong dream after receiving his maiden ODI cap ahead of the second ODI against Afghanistan at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. The 24-year-old Delhi pacer was presented with cap No. 263 by vice-captain Shreyas Iyer before India's clash against Afghanistan, capping a remarkable rise that has seen him progress from domestic cricket to the international stage in a short span. Whenever anyone starts playing cricket, their dream is always to play for India and wear the Indian jersey. During the headshot, I wore the jersey for the first time, so it feels really good. Made my parents feel proud, and I will thank god. Making a debut is a good thing for any player, but the main thing is that I perform for my team, and make my team win, then I will be very happy, Prince said in a video shared by BCCI. Prince was one of three changes India made for the second ODI. He replaced one of the seam-bowling options in the playing XI, while Yashasvi Jaiswal came into the side after Nitish Kumar Reddy was ruled out with an injury. While handing over the debut cap, Iyer praised the youngster's perseverance and backed him to seize the opportunity. Cap number 263, Prince. You have worked really hard to get here, and your performance definitely proves that. You deserve this opportunity. And the way you said yesterday that you want to make your country proud, and make every single person following you happy. So, good luck to you, your family, and everyone who has supported you throughout this journey. Do well, Buddy, said Shreyas while handing Prince his ODI debut cap. While handing over the debut cap, Iyer praised the youngster's perseverance and backed him to seize the opportunity. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His journey has also been marked by adversity. In 2019, Prince served a two-year BCCI suspension after being found guilty of age-fudging in Under-19 cricket. Since returning, he rebuilt his career through consistent performances in domestic cricket before forcing his way into IPL contention and, ultimately, earning his maiden India call-up. Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup: Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana admitted that her side's batting collapse in the first half of the innings left them with little chance against Australia as the six-time champions cruised to a nine-wicket victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday. Bangladesh were restricted to 77/8 in their 20 overs after a disciplined Australian bowling display, with Nigar top-scoring with 27. Australia then chased down the target in just 9.3 overs, thanks to an unbeaten 45 from opener Georgia Voll. Reflecting on the defeat, Nigar said losing too many wickets in the first 10 overs made it difficult for Bangladesh to build a competitive total. Initially, I think we lost too many wickets in the first 10 overs, and it was pretty difficult for our batting unit to keep going from there. But I think we are better than this. We know that, Nigar said after the match. The Bangladesh skipper felt her side needed a bigger total to give their bowlers a realistic chance against a powerful Australian batting line-up. We really wanted to put some score on the board because we know that we have a very good bowling side, and that gives us a better chance when we go out to bowl, she added. Bangladesh's innings never gained momentum after early strikes from Kim Garth and Sophie Molineux. The situation worsened when Elyssa Perry claimed two wickets in the same over, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 34/5. Despite the conditions at Headingley offering considerable help to seam bowlers, Bangladesh included experienced left-arm spinner Nahida Akter in the playing XI. Nigar explained that the decision was taken in the hope that a defendable total would allow the bowlers to apply pressure. Yeah, I think initially we really wanted to see an experienced bowler like Nahida Akter come into the side. We were really hoping that we could put some runs on the board, so it might give us a chance with the ball. Otherwise, it's pretty difficult. A score of 78 runs is very difficult for the bowlers to defend, She said. Australia's batters proved exactly that as Voll and Elyssa Perry comfortably guided their side home with 63 balls remaining. Nigar also spoke about Bangladesh's continuing efforts to develop more power-hitters, an area she believes remains crucial for the team's progress in T20 cricket. Sometimes, you know, we have been looking for a few players who can really bat as power hitters and that we can use in the last few overs, she said. Nigar also spoke about Bangladesh's continuing efforts to develop more power-hitters, an area she believes remains crucial for the team's progress in T20 cricket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The defeat leaves Bangladesh searching for answers ahead of their next match against Pakistan on June 20. Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: Yastika, Nandni Included As India Asked To Bat First By Netherlands
Isabel Van Der Woning: India were asked to bat first by Netherlands in their Womens T20 World Cup clash at Headingley on Wednesday, with Yastika Bhatia returning to the playing eleven and Nandni Sharma handed a maiden appearance in the tournament. India arrives into Wednesdays game on the back of a comprehensive 64-run win over Pakistan, while Netherlands come into the clash after losing to Bangladesh by six wickets in what was also their first game in the mega event. India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur said wicketkeeper-batter Yastika and right-arm pacer Nandini come into the playing eleven in place of Bharti Fulmali and Arundhati Reddy. Great opportunity to bat first and we want to challenge ourselves. The powerplay with bat and ball is something we are looking forward to. Sticking to your own plans and batting as deep as possible is the key on this wicket, she said. Netherlands captain Babette de Leede said seamer Myrthe van den Raad has replaced batter Sanya Khurana in their playing eleven. I think we will get something out of the wicket and hopefully chase the target later on. Super excited for this opportunity. Playing against India is a dream coming true, a little bit nervous as well, she said The match will be played on the same pitch as the Australia-Bangladesh contest, where Australia registered a resounding nine-wicket victory. In their pitch report, Ian Bishop and Charles Dagnall felt overcast conditions with a strong southwesterly breeze will bring early movement and could aid seamers, especially with 30 overs already bowled. Playing XIs: The match will be played on the same pitch as the Australia-Bangladesh contest, where Australia registered a resounding nine-wicket victory. In their pitch report, Ian Bishop and Charles Dagnall felt overcast conditions with a strong southwesterly breeze will bring early movement and could aid seamers, especially with 30 overs already bowled. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Netherlands: Heather Siegers, Phebe Molkenboer, Babette de Leede (captain & wk), Sterre Kalis, Robine Rijke, Frederique Overdijk, Iris Zwilling, Myrthe van den Raad, Caroline de Lange, Silver Siegers and Isabel Van Der Woning Article Source: IANS
Tilak, Arya, Kushagra, spinners put India A in final
Needing a win for a spot in the final, India A bowled out Afghanistan for 218 in 36.5 overs.
Bowlers, Voll power Australia to huge win over Bangladesh
Garth, Molineux and Perry shared six wickets between them to restrict Bangladesh to 77 for 8 before Australia raced home with more than 10 overs to spare
Fisher, Archer strike for England as New Zealand make steady start
Henry Nicholls battles through to lunch after England had opted to bowl
Women's T20 WC: Voll Shines As Australia Crush Bangladesh By 9 Wickets At Headingley
T20 World Cup: Australia continued their strong start to the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 with a dominant nine-wicket victory over Bangladesh at Headingley on Wednesday. After restricting Bangladesh to just 77/8 in 20 overs, the six-time champions chased down the target in only 9.3 overs with opener Georgia Voll leading the way with an unbeaten 45. Chasing a modest target of 78, Australia were briefly tested by some disciplined bowling from Marufa Akter, who conceded only four runs in the opening over. However, the pressure did not last long as Beth Mooney and Voll quickly took control of the chase. Mooney got Australias first boundary in the second over before Voll shifted gears. The young opener struck a six and a four against Marufa in the third over and continued to find the gaps with ease. The Australian openers added runs at a brisk pace and put Bangladeshs bowlers under pressure with regular boundaries. Bangladesh finally found a breakthrough in the fifth over when Marufa dismissed Mooney for 10. Attempting an attacking shot, Mooney mistimed the ball and was caught by Ritu Moni. With Phoebe Litchfield unavailable due to a quad injury suffered during Australias opening match against South Africa, experienced all-rounder Elyssa Perry came in at No. 3 and immediately looked comfortable at the crease. Perry struck a boundary off just her second ball and settled quickly. Voll then produced her best over of the innings by hitting three boundaries in the final over of the powerplay. Australia raced to 49/1 after six overs, effectively ending any hopes of a Bangladesh comeback. Bangladeshs problems were compounded by poor fielding when Perry was dropped in the seventh over. The missed chance proved costly as Australia continued their charge towards victory. Voll remained in complete control and added two more boundaries in the eighth over to take Australia within touching distance of the target. She eventually finished unbeaten on 45 off 31 balls, hitting six fours and a six. Perry remained not out on 19 as Australia completed the chase with 63 balls to spare. Earlier, Bangladesh struggled throughout their innings after being asked to bat first. Captain Nigar Sultana top-scored with a patient 27, but none of the other batters could build meaningful partnerships against Australias disciplined bowling attack. Bangladesh got off to a slow start, scoring only three runs in the first over. Their troubles deepened in the second over when Kim Garth bowled Dilara Akhtar for a duck with a delivery that crashed into the stumps. Jauiriya Ferdous, who had impressed with a half-century in Bangladeshs previous match, briefly showed promise with a boundary but was trapped lbw by Garth for eight. The wickets continued to fall as Sophie Molineux dismissed Sharmin Akhtar lbw, leaving Bangladesh in early trouble. Captain Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary attempted to steady the innings. Mostary played a few positive shots and struck a boundary off the final ball of the Power-play as Bangladesh reached 22/3 after six overs. Just when Bangladesh were trying to rebuild, Perry delivered a decisive blow. The veteran all-rounder removed Sobhana Mostary, who was caught by Molineux, before trapping Shorna Akter lbw later in the same over. Bangladesh suddenly found themselves struggling at 34/5. Nigar and Ritu Moni then focused on rebuilding the innings and avoiding further damage. However, Australias bowlers maintained tight lines and offered very few scoring opportunities. The conditions also assisted the seamers, making strokeplay difficult for the Bangladesh batters. The pair added some valuable runs, but boundaries were hard to come by. Bangladesh crossed the 50-run mark only in the 16th over when Ritu finally found the fence against Perry. The partnership ended in the 17th over when Georgia Wareham dismissed Ritu for 16. Nigar continued to battle at one end but struggled to accelerate. Her innings ended on 27 from 47 deliveries when she tried to attack Molineux and was caught out. Annabel Sutherland picked up another wicket in the final over as Australia completed a clinical bowling performance. The partnership ended in the 17th over when Georgia Wareham dismissed Ritu for 16. Nigar continued to battle at one end but struggled to accelerate. Her innings ended on 27 from 47 deliveries when she tried to attack Molineux and was caught out. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh 77/8 in 20 overs (Nigar Sultana 27, Ritu Moti 16; Ellyse Perry 2-14, Sophie Molineux 2-14, Kim Garth 2-18) lost to Australia 78/1 in 9.3 overs(Georgia Voll 45*, Elyssa Perry 19*; Marufa Akter 1-28) by 9 wickets Article Source: IANS
India all out for 402 after Gill and Kishan hundreds
Nangeyalia Kharote picked up four wickets in Lucknow run-fest
2nd ODI: Gill's 154, Kishan's 125 Propel India To 402 Against Afghanistan
Ekana Cricket Stadium: India rode on magnificent centuries from captain Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan before surviving a late collapse to post a daunting 402/10 in 49.5 overs against Afghanistan in the second ODI here at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. After opting to bat, India endured a cautious start as Afghanistan surprised everyone by opening with off-spinner AM Ghazanfar. Yashasvi Jaiswal struggled to break free before falling early, while Rohit Sharma looked fluent in patches, leaving the hosts at 80/1 inside the first powerplay. Rohit started brilliantly, but was dismissed at 48, just a couple of runs shy of a well-deserved half-century. From there, Gill and Kishan produced a breathtaking counterattack that completely wrested control of the contest. Gill anchored the innings with trademark elegance while Kishan unleashed a barrage of boundaries and sixes, punishing anything short or overpitched as Afghanistan's attack wilted under relentless pressure. The duo brought up their century stand before accelerating spectacularly through the middle overs. Gill reached his ninth ODI hundred off just 77 deliveries, continuing his outstanding run of form, while Kishan shifted gears dramatically after a measured fifty, racing to his century in 71 balls. Their third-wicket stand swelled to 224 runs off only 140 deliveries at a run rate of 9.60, becoming the joint second-highest partnership against Afghanistan in ODIs and one of India's fastest double-century stands. India also stormed past 300 in just 35.5 overs, the fourth-fastest 300 by a team batting first in ODI history. Kishan eventually departed for a scintillating 125 off 79 balls, smashing 14 fours and seven sixes, when Nangeyalia Kharoti induced a mistimed pull to deep midwicket. Gill, however, continued to dominate, bringing up his 150 in only 108 deliveries before reaching 154 from 110 balls, an innings studded with 22 fours and two sixes. His knock also made him the fastest Indian to 3,000 ODI runs in terms of innings. Shreyas Iyer ensured the scoring rate never dipped, striking a brisk 26 off 24 deliveries, while Washington Sundar and the lower order looked to provide the finishing flourish as India appeared set to comfortably breach the 420-run mark. Afghanistan, however, mounted an impressive comeback in the closing overs. Left-arm spinner Kharoti dismissed both Gill and Iyer, finishing with impressive figures of 4/76 and triggering a collapse as India's lower order perished in search of quick runs. Rashid Khan and AM Ghazanfar also tightened the screws after enduring a difficult middle phase, ensuring India lost their final seven wickets for just 80 runs. Shreyas Iyer ensured the scoring rate never dipped, striking a brisk 26 off 24 deliveries, while Washington Sundar and the lower order looked to provide the finishing flourish as India appeared set to comfortably breach the 420-run mark. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India 402/10 in 49.5 overs (Shubman Gill 154, Ishan Kishan 125; Nangeyalia Kharoti 4-76, Rashid Khan 3-48) against Afghanistan. Article Source: IANS
Australia's spinners dominate to hand visitors 1-0 series lead
Zampa and Davies, on debut, took three wickets each to bowl Bangladesh out for 131, before Connolly smashed 47 in the chase
Womens T20 WC: When And Where To Watch WI Vs SCO; Know All Details
T20 World Cup: Momentum, confidence, and valuable points will all be at stake when West Indies take on Scotland in one of the standout fixtures of the Group B schedule of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup. Having negotiated their opening assignments successfully, both teams now have the chance to take a significant step towards the knockout phase. Few players influence a match as consistently as Hayley Matthews. The West Indies captain is expected to shoulder responsibility with both bat and ball, providing the aggressive starts and crucial breakthroughs that have become her trademark. However, the Caribbean side also received a timely reminder that they possess match-winners beyond their skipper after Shemaine Campbelle's outstanding unbeaten 90 powered a dramatic victory over New Zealand. Scotland have been among the early surprise packages of the tournament. Their commanding display against Ireland reflected the steady progress the side has made over the last few seasons, built around a disciplined bowling attack and a batting unit that rarely loses composure. Kathryn and Sarah Bryce remain the backbone of the Scottish lineup, while Katherine Fraser and Kirstie Gordon have shown they can apply sustained pressure with the ball. Gordon's decisive spell in the opening game, in particular, underlined Scotland's growing ability to deliver on the biggest stage. History may favour the West Indies, but reputations will count for little once play begins. Scotland have steadily closed the gap on the established sides, setting up what promises to be one of the most competitive contests in the group. When: Thursday, June 18, 11:00 PM IST Where: Headingley, Leeds Where to watch: The WI vs SCO match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The WI vs SCO match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Scotland: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul. Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: West Indies, Scotland Target Early Control In Group B (Preview)
T20 World Cup: An opportunity to seize control of Group B awaits West Indies and Scotland as the two unbeaten sides meet in an ICC Womens T20 World Cup contest that could have a major bearing on the race for the semi-finals. With both teams beginning their campaigns on a winning note, another victory would significantly strengthen their position before the business end of the group stage. West Indies arrive with renewed confidence after edging past New Zealand in a thrilling chase. Shemaine Campbelle was the architect of that success, producing a composed unbeaten 90 under pressure to steer her side home off the final delivery. While Campbelle grabbed the spotlight, the influence of captain Hayley Matthews continues to define the Caribbean outfit. Whether it is providing rapid starts with the bat or making breakthroughs with the ball, Matthews remains the player Scotland must contain. The experienced Stafanie Taylor adds stability to the batting order, but West Indies will expect greater contributions from the middle order if they are to sustain another high-scoring effort. Scotland, meanwhile, have carried their growing confidence onto the global stage. Their convincing victory over Ireland showcased a disciplined all-round performance, with spinner Kirstie Gordon dismantling the middle order to secure one of the most significant results in the team's history. The Bryce sisters once again demonstrated why they are central to Scotland's ambitions, combining patience with smart shot selection, while Katherine Fraser has quietly become a reliable wicket-taking option. Although previous meetings have largely favoured West Indies, Scotland have developed into a far more competitive side in recent years. With both teams carrying momentum into the fixture, another closely fought contest appears firmly on the cards. When: Thursday, June 18, 11:00 PM IST Where: Headingley, Leeds Where to watch: The WI vs SCO match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The WI vs SCO match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Scotland: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Olivia Bell, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Ailsa Lister, Maisie Maceira, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Rachel Slater, Pippa Sproul. Article Source: IANS
England choose to bowl, Nicholls comes in for New Zealand
Joe Root wins toss on return to captaincy, leading an England side featuring three debutants
Women's T20 WC: Phoebe Litchfield Set To Miss Three Matches Due To Quad Injury
T20 World Cup: Australia have been dealt a big blow amid the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup 2026, as their in-form batter Phoebe Litchfield is set to miss the next three games after injuring her quad while batting against South Africa. Litchfield is not taking part in Australia's second match against Bangladesh on Wednesday. All-rounder Ashleigh Gardner is also not playing the match due to a leg sprain. Litchfield was in top form in the first match against South Africa; the youngster made 50 runs off just 23 balls and gave a good start to the Australian side, which made a big difference in the match. This latest setback is a fresh injury for the 23-year-old, who had been dealing with quad awareness in the same leg prior to the tournament, sitting out both warm-up matches in Cardiff. Litchfield will likely also miss upcoming games against the Netherlands and Pakistan but could return for Australia's blockbuster showdown against India at Lord's on June 28. Megan Schutt and Grace Harris have come into the Australia XI in their place as the six-time winners made a big change in the batting order. Elyssa Perry is placed at number 3 in Litchfield's absence. Litchfield will likely also miss upcoming games against the Netherlands and Pakistan but could return for Australia's blockbuster showdown against India at Lord's on June 28. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia playing XI: Beth Mooney(wk), Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux(c), Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt. Article Source: IANS
Bangladesh bat against Australia; Litchfield and Gardner out with injuries
Phoebe Litchfield has a quad injury, while Gardner has a sprained ankle; Grace Harris and Megan Schutt have replaced them, while Bangladesh have brought in Nahida Akter and Sultana Khatun
Bangladesh Bowlers Shine As ICC ODI Rankings See Major Shake-up
Despite Sri Lanka: Bangladeshs impressive ODI series victory over Australia has been reflected in the latest ICC rankings, with pacers Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed emerging as some of the biggest movers. Bangladesh secured a memorable 2-1 series triumph over Australia at home, and their bowlers played a key role in the success. Shoriful enjoyed a particularly rewarding series, capped by a stunning six-wicket haul in the final ODI. The left-arm pacer climbed 10 places to reach 18th in the latest ODI bowling rankings. Experienced seamer Mustafizur Rahman also made significant progress, jumping 12 spots to share 25th position, while Taskin Ahmed moved up five places to 27th following consistent performances throughout the series. Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy was another major beneficiary of the rankings update. The right-hander amassed 154 runs across the three-match series, including a top score of 83, and climbed seven places to 20th in the ODI batting rankings. Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz also enjoyed a notable rise after his superb century against India in the opening ODI of their series in Dharamsala. Gurbaz gained six spots to move up to 13th among ODI batters. Meanwhile, there was movement in the rankings following the conclusion of the ODI series between the West Indies and Sri Lanka in the Caribbean. West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph was the standout performer of the series, claiming 11 wickets and earning the Player of the Series award as the hosts secured a 2-1 victory. His exploits helped him surge 42 places to 27th in the ODI bowling rankings. Meanwhile, there was movement in the rankings following the conclusion of the ODI series between the West Indies and Sri Lanka in the Caribbean. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Despite Sri Lankas series defeat, several players enjoyed rankings success. Batter Kamil Mishara climbed 24 places to 18th in the ODI batting rankings, while spin duo Wanindu Hasaranga and Dunith Wellalage made significant gains among bowlers. Hasaranga rose six spots to eighth, while Wellalage jumped 11 places to share 17th position in the bowling rankings. Article Source: IANS
Women's T20 WC: Litchfield, Gardner Out As Australia Elect To Bowl Against Bangladesh
T20 World Cup: Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first against Bangladesh in the 9th match of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday. Australia have been dealt a blow as Ashleigh Gardner is out of the match due to injury, while Phoebe Litchfield is also missing the match due to a quad injury. Australia are coming to the contest after registering a dominant 65-run win over South Africa. The six-time champions relied exclusively on spin to dominate at Old Trafford, fielding Sophie Molineux, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham and Alana King together. With Leeds expected to be less favourable for slow bowlers, experienced pacer Megan Schutt is firmly in contention to bolster the attack. Bangladesh, meanwhile, have little reason to alter a winning formula. They opened their campaign with a controlled six-wicket victory over the Netherlands, with debutant opener Juairiya Ferdous laying the platform through a fluent fifty before Sharmin Akter Supta finished the chase. Past meetings also point towards Australian dominance. They comfortably defeated Bangladesh in Canberra during the 2020 edition after Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney combined for a century opening stand. In 2023, Georgia Wareham's three-wicket haul restricted Bangladesh to 107 before Meg Lanning anchored a straightforward chase with an unbeaten 48. After winning the toss, Australia skipper Sophie Molineux said, We'll have a bowl. Just having a look at the pitch, it's a little bit soft on top. Hopefully we'll get the best of it with our seamers. Outfield looks a lot faster. Beautiful ground, never been here before. Two changes, Phoebe Litchfield and Ash Gardner are out. Just a couple of injuries. Poor Ash had a bit of a fall. Sprained ankle, will be fine for next game. After losing the toss, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana said, Really wanted to bat first, wanted to give the batting unit the freedom. It's all about the mindset. Have the belief that if we can execute our plans, we have a chance. For a long time we have been concerned about our top order. We found someone who can go after the bowlers (Ferdous). We're introducing off-spinners as they have three left-handers. Playing XIs After losing the toss, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana said, Really wanted to bat first, wanted to give the batting unit the freedom. It's all about the mindset. Have the belief that if we can execute our plans, we have a chance. For a long time we have been concerned about our top order. We found someone who can go after the bowlers (Ferdous). We're introducing off-spinners as they have three left-handers. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia: Beth Mooney(wk), Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Grace Harris, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux(c), Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt Article Source: IANS
India hand Prince Yadav debut as Afghanistan bowl in Lucknow
Darwish Rasooli, meanwhile, makes his ODI debut for Afghanistan
Bangladesh bat with Litton ruled out; Chaudhary and Davies debut for Australia
Towhid Hridoy is leading Bangladesh in Litton Das' absence, and they have handed a debut to Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, the quick bowler
Nitish Reddy Out Of 2nd ODI Due To Sore Thigh: BCCI
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy missed out on the second ODI at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday due to quad issues as India made three changes to their playing XI that beat Afghanistan in the first ODI in Dharamsala on Saturday. Nitish Kumar Reddy was unavailable for selection for the second ODI due to a sore left thigh. The BCCI Medical Team is monitoring his progress, the board said in a statement released after the toss. The 23-year-old allrounder played a pivotal role with the ball in a rain-curtailed match, finishing with clinical figures of 2 for 31. His crucial breakthroughs included the prized wickets of Afghanistans explosive centurion Rahmanullah Gurbaz and veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, helping India restrict the visitors to 194. Ahead of the toss, the Men in Blue handed a debut to Prince Yadav, making him the third debutant in this series after Harsh Dubey and Gurnoor Brar, who earned their caps in the 1st ODI. Dubey and Prasidh Krishna, however, have not been included in the XI for the second game as India brought in Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav as Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bowl. Speaking of the series opener, India drew first blood in Dharamsala, sealing a convincing seven-wicket victory in a rain-shortened 25-overs-a-side contest. While the margin suggested a one-sided affair, Afghanistan had their moments, largely thanks to an explosive innings from Rahmanullah Gurbaz. The opener tore into the Indian attack with a stunning century off just 48 deliveries, putting his side in a commanding position during the first half of the innings. However, once he departed, the momentum shifted dramatically as Afghanistan's middle order failed to build on the platform, leaving plenty of runs behind on a surface that had more to offer. Speaking of the series opener, India drew first blood in Dharamsala, sealing a convincing seven-wicket victory in a rain-shortened 25-overs-a-side contest. While the margin suggested a one-sided affair, Afghanistan had their moments, largely thanks to an explosive innings from Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The chase was handled with authority. India experimented with their combination by giving Ishan Kishan a fresh role, while captain Shubman Gill continued to lead confidently and anchored the pursuit with composure. Article Source: IANS
2nd ODI: Prince Yadav Debuts As Afghanistan Ask India To Bat First
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bowl against India in the second ODI of the three-match series here at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The hosts have handed Prince Yadav a debut cap, making him the third debutant in this series after Harsh Dubey and Gurnoor Brar, who earned their caps in the 1st ODI. Nitish Kumar Reddy, meanwhile, was unavailable for selection due to quad issues. The series began with India drawing first blood in Dharamsala, sealing a convincing seven-wicket victory in a rain-shortened 25-overs-a-side contest. With several senior players unavailable, the opening ODI also served as an important audition for India's emerging talent, who grabbed the opportunity and gave the hosts an early 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Winning the toss, Afghan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi said, Wicket looks fresh. I think it'll be spinning in the first innings. In the last game, we played really well, we missed the partnerships. We had one partnership and then threw away our wickets. Hopefully we come back stronger. Our boys have a lot of passion of cricket. We have three changes. Nabi is sick, Azmat got injured and Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi isn't playing. Bilal, Darwish Rasooli and one more. The series began with India drawing first blood in Dharamsala, sealing a convincing seven-wicket victory in a rain-shortened 25-overs-a-side contest. With several senior players unavailable, the opening ODI also served as an important audition for India's emerging talent, who grabbed the opportunity and gave the hosts an early 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Playing XIs: Article Source: IANS
Conway, Tickner Return To New Zealand's 2026-27 Central Contract List
Head Coach Rob Walter: Top-order batter Devon Conway and pace bowler Blair Tickner have been included in New Zealand's central contract for the 2026-27 period, replacing Adithya Ashok and Muhammad Abbas in the 20-player list, New Zealand Cricket announced on Wednesday. After two years on a casual playing agreement, Conway returns to the central contract list with a busy 12 months of Test cricket ahead. Tickner earned his recall to the list after compelling performances across all formats for both the Central Stags and the national side. Head Coach Rob Walter said it was pleasing to see the return of both Tickner and Conway. Blair has worked extremely hard over the past few years and added new levels to his game. Hes an excellent team man and has stepped into various roles for the side over the past few months and excelled in them. Its important we continue to nurture that depth in our bowling stocks, especially with a heavy diet of red-ball cricket over the next 12 months, so to have Blair contracted full-time will help maintain that depth. Devon has been a regular member of the side in all three formats for some time now, even whilst on a casual contract, so its great to have a player of his calibre back on the central contract list, especially with the amount of exciting cricket coming up, he said. Conways 146 international caps and over 6,000 runs across all formats is a welcome return to the central contract list, with the top-order batter making himself available for all international fixtures during the upcoming contracting period (1 August 2026 - 31 July 2027). Tickner has claimed four or more wickets in five of his last eight innings for New Zealand, with his maiden international five-wicket-bag coming last month against Ireland in the one-off Test match at Stormont. Tickner and Conways inclusion means Adithya Ashok and Muhammad Abbas come off the central contract list, NZC said in a release. Zak Foulkes and Mitch Hay have retained their contracts after being added to the list for the first time last year and featuring across all three formats in the past 12 months. Foulkes has already chalked up 36 internationals and featured prominently in all formats during the first half of the home summer, playing a key role in the one-day series win against England with his seven wickets. Wicketkeeper-batter Hay has 23 caps to his name after making his Test debut in Wellington against the West Indies in December, where he scored 61 from his solitary innings and took three catches behind the stumps. Foulkes has already chalked up 36 internationals and featured prominently in all formats during the first half of the home summer, playing a key role in the one-day series win against England with his seven wickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kane Williamsons recent retirement from international cricket means he will not feature as a casually contracted player. Article Source: IANS
West Indies Recall Da Silva, Jangoo For SL Tests; Alzarri, Shamar Return From Injury
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium: Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the two-match test series against Sri Lanka, which will see the return of wicketkeeper-batters Joshua Da Silva and Amir Jangoo. The series will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua from June 25 to July 7 and the West Indies will look to make the most of home conditions. Fast bowling duo Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph have also returned to the Test setup after missing the tours of India and New Zealand through injury. The pair last featured in a Test squad during the home series against Australia in 2025. Da Silva earned a recall after amassing 996 runs across the last two seasons of the West Indies Championship. Also returning is Amir Jangoo, who earned a recall following an impressive showing in this years Championship, finishing second in runs scored, including a double century. It will be his first Test squad selection since January 2025. Jangoo, meanwhile, returned after an impressive showing in this years Championship, finishing second in runs scored, including a double century. It will be his first Test squad selection since January 2025. Meanwhile, Tevin Imlach will captain the 13-man WI Select XI in the four-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka from June 18-21 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua. Head Coach Daren Sammy welcomes the challenge of playing Sri Lanka at home this summer. Every Test series is an opportunity for us to grow as a team and strengthen our identity. Sri Lanka are a quality side, so we know well have to be at our best, but were excited about the challenge ahead. For us, its about playing with discipline, showing character when the game gets tough, and representing the West Indies with pride. The players have been putting in the work, and were looking forward to putting on a strong display for our fans across the Caribbean, he said. As part of the team's preparations for the series, the squad is currently participating in a high-performance training camp in Antigua which commenced on June 12 and runs until June 22, with those players who competed in the white-ball series in Jamaica joining on June 15. The programme also provides the coaching staff with an opportunity to assess player readiness and fine-tune plans ahead of the series against Sri Lanka and the final home series against Pakistan. This is a key component of our preparations heading into the series, providing players and coaches with valuable time to enhance and improve the skills we want to see sharpened, based on the areas we need to focus our attention on when facing this opponent. It also gives us the opportunity to put clear objectives and plans in place for the conclusion of the summer against Pakistan. The programme also provides the coaching staff with an opportunity to assess player readiness and fine-tune plans ahead of the series against Sri Lanka and the final home series against Pakistan. Also Read: Live Cricket Score West Indies squad: Roston Chase (c), Jomel Warrican (vc), John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Joshua Da Silva (wk), Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Shai Hope, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Anderson Phillip, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales Article Source: IANS
