Cricket

Champions Cup returns as PCB unveils revamped domestic one-day competition

Seven matches will be played between four teams from August 11 to 18, with PCB organising the event as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup

Injured Hain out of Metro Bank Cup in Warwickshire blow

Bears 50-over captain picked up knee injury in opening game against Northamptonshire

Barring Dropped Catches, We Were Flawless Throughout The Series: Iyer

Captain Shreyas Iyer: Captain Shreyas Iyer described India's performance during their 3-0 T20I series win over Zimbabwe as flawless, barring a few dropped catches, while praising the squad and coaching staff for coming together in executing team plans to perfection. After suffering series defeats in Ireland (2-0) and England (4-0), Iyer got his maiden series victory as India's T20I captain when the visitors sealed a clinical 35-run win in the third and final T20I over Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday. I think we were flawless, honestly speaking, throughout the series, barring the catches that we dropped. But phenomenal effort by each and every individual, including the support staff and whatever we mentioned in the team meeting, executing it to the best of the abilities was something that we always looked up to. The approach was a notch above the others. So congratulations to each and every individual who have been part of this victory and thank you to VVS sir as well for motivating us and inspiring each and every day when we stepped onto the field. I think everything that you mentioned was apt and we could relate to it. So thank you so much and thank you to each and every individual, said Iyer in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts on Monday. VVS Laxman, who stepped in as Indias head coach for the series, lauded Iyers leadership and pointed out how the skipper bounced back after a tough start to his captaincy tenure to unite a largely fresh squad. Firstly, a big round of applause to everybody. We set out to win the series and that was what we aspired to do. I would like to congratulate Shreyas because he had a rough start to his captaincy career, but the way he came back and right from the first day when he joined us, one day before the first game, he was very optimistic. He was in fact looking forward to play with all of you. It's a new group of players. We know that only four or five were there in England, joined us on this tour. But he was so confident and I think a lot of credit for this victory should be given to the captain. The way he encouraged each one of us. It was again a very collective effort. Firstly, a big round of applause to everybody. We set out to win the series and that was what we aspired to do. I would like to congratulate Shreyas because he had a rough start to his captaincy career, but the way he came back and right from the first day when he joined us, one day before the first game, he was very optimistic. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So congratulations on that. I would like to thank all the coaches, all the support staff and Amit and the manager for your efforts through the series. Sometimes we don't realise how important a role you all play. So thank you very much for your commitment towards making sure that our players were ready for this series and through the series. All of you have made sure that they are best prepared for each and every match. So thank you to each one of you. Article Source: IANS

'Playing In Australia, NZ, England Will Hone Our Skills', Says Bangladesh Skipper Nigar

Nigar Sultana Joty: Bangladesh women's cricket team captain Nigar Sultana Joty has termed the upcoming marquee overseas assignments against Australia, New Zealand, and England as a very big opportunity for her side, adding that competing in such conditions will significantly hone their skill sets. Bangladesh is scheduled to embark on a white-ball series to Australia (three ODIs in Brisbane from October 9-14) and New Zealand later this year and is followed by a six-match tour of England in mid-2027. Before hitting foreign shores, Bangladesh will shift focus to the upcoming Asian Games in Japan starting on September 17, where Nigar has set a firm target of reaching the final despite rain disrupting their home preparations. This is a very big opportunity for our team. We have always wanted to play in places like Australia, New Zealand or England because playing there helps develop your skills much more, Nigar was quoted as saying by ICC on Monday. Reflecting on their recent exposure during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England, where Bangladesh secured two wins out of five matches in a tough group featuring Australia, South Africa, and India in Group 1, Nigar pointed out that the team gained valuable confidence from that campaign. Since we recently played in England and did well there, there is definitely a reflection of that, she noted Reflecting on their recent exposure during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England, where Bangladesh secured two wins out of five matches in a tough group featuring Australia, South Africa, and India in Group 1, Nigar pointed out that the team gained valuable confidence from that campaign. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We want to prepare in a way that allows us to approach this Asia Cup better than we did last year. With the amount of rain currently affecting every venue in Bangladesh, we will still try to prepare in the best possible way before going there and definitely aim to play in the final, she added. Article Source: IANS

UPCA Speed Hunt A Major Success, Identified 38 Pacers Clocking 134-plus Kmph: Rajeev Shukla

The UPCA Speed Hunt: Rajeev Shukla, the vice president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Monday hailed the UPT20 League's role in unearthing raw talent from Uttar Pradesh, revealing that 38 fast bowlers consistently clocking over 134 kmph have made it to the upcoming player auction following the success of the state bodys Speed Hunt drive. The fourth edition of the state T20 league is set to kick off on August 14 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium through the opening day clash between Kashi Rudras and Meerut Mavericks. This is the fourth edition of the UPT20 League, and the impact it has made over the past three seasons is there for everyone to see. This year alone, 18 players from Uttar Pradesh featured in the IPL. Many of them got their breakthrough after performing well in the UPT20 League. IPL scouts closely follow this tournament, making it an important platform for young cricketers to showcase their talent and earn opportunities at the highest level, Shukla said in a statement by the tournament. Highlighting the success of the UPCA Speed Hunt initiative, Shukla said, The UPCA Speed Hunt has also been a major success. We have identified fast bowlers from across the state, and this year 38 bowlers, all consistently clocking over 134 kmph, earned a place in the auction. It shows that talented players from every corner of Uttar Pradesh now have a pathway to the UPT20 League and, eventually, to the IPL, he added. Addressing potential growth for the six-team competition, Shukla stated that the leagues governing body remains open to expanding the franchise roster in coming seasons once structural stability is maintained. The league has now become stable after three successful seasons. If the Governing Council recommends expanding beyond six teams in the future, the Apex Council will certainly consider it. Our focus has always been on building a strong and sustainable league before expanding further. Detailing plans to broaden the cricketing footprint across India's most populous state, Shukla spoke on the importance of growing venue infrastructure, citing the decision to conduct the player auction in Agra. We are also committed to taking cricket to more parts of Uttar Pradesh. Hosting the auction in Agra was part of that vision, and we hope it helps strengthen the city's cricketing ecosystem. Infrastructure remains the key, and as more quality venues are developed across the state, we will continue exploring opportunities to expand the league, he added. Detailing plans to broaden the cricketing footprint across India's most populous state, Shukla spoke on the importance of growing venue infrastructure, citing the decision to conduct the player auction in Agra. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The playoffs kick off with Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator to be played on September 3, followed by Qualifier 2 on September 4, and culminating in the final in Kanpur on September 6. Article Source: IANS

Gujarat To Send Record Nine Athletes To Represent India At 2026 Asian Games

Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi: Gujarat will have its largest-ever representation at the Asian Games, with nine athletes and one reserve player selected to represent India at the 20th Asian Games in Japan's Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October 4, 2026. The selection marks a significant increase from the 2014 Asian Games, when only three athletes from Gujarat represented the country. State officials said the latest contingent reflects the steady expansion of Gujarat's presence across multiple sporting disciplines at the international level. The athletes selected from Gujarat include shooter Elavenil Valarivan; table tennis players Harmeet Desai, Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah; soft tennis player Aniket Patel; swimmer Aryan Nehra; tennis players Ankita Raina and Vaidehi Chaudhari; and sprinter Devyani Zala. Tennis player Jil Desai has been named as a reserve. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said the increase in representation was the result of long-term investment in sports development. To ensure that athletes from Gujarat develop their talent at the international level, the then Chief Minister and now Prime Minister Narendra Modi implemented initiatives ranging from Khel Mahakumbh to the Shaktidoot Yojana. The results of those efforts are now visible. Gujarat is emerging as a global powerhouse in sports, Sanghavi said. He added that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, was focussed on creating a comprehensive sporting ecosystem. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat is fully focussed on building a world-class sporting culture. We are not only training athletes but also creating an entire ecosystem that enables them to bring glory to the nation at the international level, he said. Sanghavi also said Gujarat was preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and that work to develop world-class sports infrastructure was progressing on a war footing. According to the state government, Gujarat's participation in major international events, including the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, has steadily increased over the past decade. Sanghavi also said Gujarat was preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and that work to develop world-class sports infrastructure was progressing on a war footing. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The 20th Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, between September 19 and October 4, bringing together athletes from across Asia in one of the continent's largest multi-sport events. Article Source: IANS

Jennings hopes match-winning 135 'kickstarts' quiet season

Lancashire opener's first hundred of summer sets up high-scoring win at Grace Road

How cricket could become the IOCs gateway to India

The sport's imminent return to the Olympics has already generated demand, with the IOC confirming strong interest in broadcasting rights for the Indian subcontinent for the 2028 Games.

'Maine 2 Din Se Kuch Nahi Khaya': Mirabai Chanu Opens Up On Extreme Sacrifice After Historic CWG 2026 Gold

Mirabai Chanu clinched her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold in the women's 48kg weightlifting event in Glasgow with a record-breaking total lift of 190kg. Despite fasting for days to make weight, she set new Commonwealth and CWG records in snatch, clean and jerk, and total.

Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu wins third straight gold; Rishikanta Singh, M Raja claim silver

The Olympic silver medallist produced a record-breaking total lift of 190kg as India secured medals in all three weightlifting events on Sunday.

Goldsworthy century, Theedom's four tames Bears

Somerset captain strikes 103 before 19-year old seamer keeps Warwickshire at bay

Craig wins the Overton battle to seal Rockets win

Brother versus brother closed out a Trent Bridge thriller as Spirit lose first two

Adam Thomas, Ryan Patel see Surrey home with ease

Surrey academy duo marshaled a chase of 255, getting over the line with 41 balls to spare

Laxman: 'Very, very mature knock' from Sooryavanshi

Sooryavanshi starred with 81 off 49 to help India clinch the series 3-0 against Zimbabwe

Defending champions Worcestershire hold nerve against Hampshire

Worcestershire win a repeat of 2025's final, with Henry Cullen's 72 and more wickets for Fateh Singh

Phoenix go down in flames after Buttler stars with 90

Seam and spin onslaught propels MSG to emphatic victory

AITA rejects panels proposal to have five SOM in EC

There are disagreements between the administrator-led committee and AITA regarding athletes representation in the Executive Committee and age-limit for office-bearers

De Klerk, Kelly seal London Spirit's first win after Kapp stars with ball

Trent Rockets struggle to recover from slow-paced start at Trent Bridge

Luxton, Coad excel as Yorkshire rout Sussex

Century and frugal five-wicket haul prove too much for hosts at Hove

Bancroft, Bracey in harness as Gloucestershire fell Kent

Will Williams and Luke Charlesworth returning figures of 3 for 33 and 3 for 42 respectively

Hope holds firm as Pakistan strike four before lunch

Hope moved to 89 not out with West Indies adding 109 runs in the morning session

AITA EGM held in a cordial atmosphere

Amendments to the constitution were put to vote clause by clause, The Hindu has learnt

Injury concerns for India ahead of Test selection for Sri Lanka tour

India play two Tests in Sri Lanka in august; they are currently fifth in the World Test Championship standings

Sharma, Roland-Jones, De Caires lead Middlesex rout of Glamorgan

Glamorgan were rolled for just 67 in 20.5 overs as Middlesex made it three wins from three

Bangladesh recall Soumya Sarkar for first Test against Australia

Jaker Ali and Musfik Hasan were also picked, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taskin Ahmed returned after being rested for the Zimbabwe Test

Yash Dayal to play for Chhattisgarh in upcoming domestic season

UP and RCB fast bowler faces charges relating to sexual assault and has not played since the IPL 2025 final

TRT vs LNS: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 8, The Hundred Mens 2026

TRTvs LNS,Approaching Milestones and Records :Trent Rockets had a defeat to start the Hundred Men's 2026. They failed to execute their bowling plans and conceded the second-highest total in The Hundred competition. Birmingham Phoenix scored 214 runs against them. Though the Rockets batted well and reached 204, they ended up losing the game by 10 runs. However, it was a big defeat, and the Rockets have slipped at the bottom after just one defeat. Can they bounce back after that defeat? Trent Rockets will face London Spirit in match 8 of the season. This contest will be held at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Sunday at 10:30 PM IST. London Spirit are also coming off a defeat in their opening game. They failed to chase down Manchester Super Giants' score of 138 runs. They lost the momentum in the final overs and ended up losing it by a close margin of 7 runs. The Spirit will also be looking to bounce back. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the TRTvs LNSMatch 8 at the Trent Bridge in Nottingham. TRTvs LNS: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the TRTvs LNSMatch 8 atTrent Bridge in Nottingham 25 - Ben Duckett is just 25 runs away from completing 5500 runs in T20 cricket. He has scored 5475 runs in 212 innings. 9 - Tim David is known for hitting big sixes. He is just nine sixes away from surpassing AB de Villiers (436) and 3 sixes away from surpassing Suryakumar Yadav (430) in T20s. 5 - David Willey is aiming at a big feat. He has 386 T20 wickets in his career and needs five more wickets to surpass two legends, Lasith Malinga (390) and Sohail Tanvir (389). 52 - Finn Allen is just 52 runs away from completing 500 runs in The Hundred men's competition. 17 - Ben Duckett needs 17 more runs to surpass Will Jacks (1079) and become the third-highest scorer in this league. 15 - Liam Livingstone needs 17 more runs to surpass Will Jacks (1079) and become the third-highest scorer in this league. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 5 - David Willey needs three more wickets to enter the top five wicket-takers in The Hundred Men's competition.

India bring in Ashok and Shedge and bat with an eye on series sweep

Zimbabwe brought in Wellington Masakadza in place of the injured Richard Ngarava

Shafique, Shakeel added to Pakistan squad for remainder of West Indies tour

Shafique has not played Tests since October 2025 while Shakeel will aim to steer his career back on course

MSG vs BPH: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 7, The Hundred Mens 2026

MSGvs BPH,Approaching Milestones and Records :Manchester Super Giants and Birmingham Phoenix will be up against each other in the next game of The Hundred Men's 2026. This match will be live from Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday at 7 PM IST. Both sides kicked off their campaigns with a win each. They will be looking to get another win to stay ahead in the race to the knockouts. Manchester Super Giants showed great nerves under pressure and defended an average score of 138 runs. Their bowlers fought very well and took the game deep to overcome the challenge. They will be ready for this home game and will be keen to get off to a win in their first home game. Birmingham Phoenix are coming off a great batting display. They posted the second-highest total of 214 with a blistering performance from the top order. Though their bowling suffered some beating, it was a big target to defend. Can they produce another high-profile batting display? Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the MSGvs BPHMatch 7 at the Old Trafford in Emirates MSGvs BPH: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the MSGvs BPHMatch 7 atOld Trafford in Emirates 10 - Aiden Markram has 5990 runs in T20 cricket and needs ten more to complete 6000 runs in the shorter format. 2 - Noor Ahmad is just two wickets away from completing 250 wickets in T20 cricket. 85 - Will Smeed slammed a quick fifty in the last game and helped his team reach a big total. Another 85 runs for him will take him to 4000 T20 runs in his career. He is also two fours away from completing 400 boundaries in T20s. 76 - Joe Clarke scored 68 off 33 balls and won the MOTM in the first game. He needs 76 more runs to complete 6500 T20 runs in his career. 6 - Laurie Evans has been a consistent performer at the domestic T20s. He is just six sixes away from reaching 300 T20 sixes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 69 - Jos Buttler is just 69 runs away from completing 1,000 runs in The Hundred men's competition.

Ravindra, Ferguson inspire Welsh Fire with Kiwi verve

Ravindra struck 98 before Ferguson took 4 for 25 to topple three-time winners MI London

TRT vs LNS Match 8, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

TRTvs LNSMatch 8,Cricket Tips :Match 8 of the Hundred Men's 2026 will be played between Trent Rockets and London Spirit. This contest is scheduled to be held at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Sunday at 10:30 PM IST. These two sides have played one game each. They are currently in the bottom two of the points table. London Spirit lost Manchester Super Giants and failed to chase down 138 runs. Trent Rockets batted well and scored 204 runs, but they had a target of 214 to chase. Their bowling was very bad, and that caused them points. Both sides will be eager to open their account on the table. TRT vs LNS: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 10:30 PM IST Venue : Trent Bridge, Nottingham TRT vs LNS: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the TRT vs LNS on the Star Sports Networks, and the live stream will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. TRT vs LNS: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 Trent Rockets : 3 London Spirit: 2 No-result: 0 TRT vs LNS: Ground Pitch Report Trent Bridge has been a good batting venue. It has hosted several high-scoring games, and one we can see on Sunday. The wicket gets better with time, but early on there will be assistance for the fast bowlers. The average score here is around 140-150. TRT vs LNS: Possible XIs Trent Rockets: Finn Allen, Ben Duckett, Sam Billings (c & wk), Tom Banton, Tim David, Mitchell Santner, Craig Overton, Lewis Gregory, Calvin Harrison, Matt Henry, Mohammad Amir London Spirit: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Liam Livingstone (c), Kiran Carlson, Dewald Brevis, James Coles, James Rew (wk), Jamie Overton, David Willey, Adam Milne, Adam Zampa, Tymal Mills TRT vs LNS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Finn Allen and Liam Livingstone showed their boundary-hitting ability in the last game and will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Matt Henry had an off day in the game, but he is too good of a bowler to bounce back. David Willey is very experienced and can bowl at different stages. Today Match Prediction : Both teams lost their first games, but if we compare these sides, Trent Rockets have a strong batting depth. Hence, we predict Trent Rockets to win this game. TRT vs LNS Match 8, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match TRT vs LNS, TRT vs LNS Prediction, TRT vs LNS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for TRT vs LNS Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

Walter: Nicholls deserves No. 3 spot in Tests after Williamson's retirement

NZ coach hails Nicholls' determination to force his way back into the Test XI after racking up the runs in domestic cricket

'I don't focus on what's happening outside' - Kishan on his role at No. 3

He said India put aside thoughts of a 250-plus total and chose to uild a partnership and take the innings deep after losing early wickets

Abrar, Ellis come in clutch as Sunrisers sneak past Brave

Marsh and Lawrence fifties lay platform before bowlers seal tight win at Headingley

Devine, Wareham inspire Welsh Fire thrashing of MI London

Fire bounce back from defeat to Southern Brave with a comprehensive win

Three contentious clauses likely to take centrestage in AITA EGM

Although, the AITA, through ITF, had sought an observer from the Asian Tennis Federation, it is reliably learnt that the concerned person pulled out on Friday

Sikandar Raza: I'm letting the team down with my bat

Zimbabwe captain has scores of 4 and 0 against India, who've wrapped the T20I series up with one match left

ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs

ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I , Cricket Tips :Finally, after suffering two series whitewashes, Team India have managed to win a T20I series under Shreyas Iyer. They have beaten Zimbbawe in the first two games and won the ongoing series with one match left to play. Ishan Kishan's 81 off 44 and Tilak Varma's 60* off 29 balls took India to a 90-run win in the second game. India didn't allow the hosts to get going in both matches and will aim to make it a 3-0 clean sweep. The final game will be played on Sunday at Harare Sports Club at 4:30 PM IST. Will India make any changes to their playing XI? There are chances, as a few players are on the bench. For Zimbabwe, it is all about doing well with the bat. ZIM vs IND: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 4:30 PM IST Venue : Harare Sports Club, Harare ZIM vs IND: Live Streaming Details The live action of the final T20I will be available on Unite8 Sports and DD Sports and streamed on the FanCode streaming platform. ZIM vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20I Total Matches : 16 India : 13 Zimbabwe : 04 No-result : 00 ZIM vs IND: Ground Pitch Report The wicket for the second game was pretty good to bat on, and India used it well. We might see another good score in the final game. But there is enough assistance for the bowlers if bowled at hard length. These conditions will be similar across both innings. ZIM vs IND: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Sikandar Raza (c), Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, T. Marumani (wk), Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani India : Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur, Mayank Yadav ZIM vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ishan Kishan has now played good innings in both matches and will be the key batter from the Indian camp. For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett has shown glimpses, and he is capable of playing a big knock. Probable Best Bowler Prince Yadav has bowled hard lengths, and it has helped him get wickets and success. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani has been superb, and his new ball spells are deadly for the Indian top order. Today Match Prediction: Zimbabwe have failed to match India at any level. Hence, we predict India will win the final T20I on Sunday. ZIM vs IND Match 3rd T20I, Today Match ZIM vs IND, ZIM vs IND Prediction, ZIM vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Zimbabwe vs India Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

2nd T20I: Thought The Boys Bowled Well In Patches, But Credit To India As Well, Says Raza

Harare Sports Club: Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza lauded India's superior skill following his team's 90-run defeat in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday, adding that the opposition batters proved too good while taking personal responsibility for his own poor form with the bat. Riding on explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, India posted a formidable 219/5 before bundling out Zimbabwe for 129 to claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. I thought the boys bowled well in patches, but credit to India as well. Some of the shots they played and the skill they showed today were certainly admirable, said Raza at the conclusion of the game. We've been saying for some time now that we can be better in the field, and if the fielding department can support the bowlers a bit more, it'll add extra pressure on the opposition. But I don't want to take anything away from the Indian batters. The display they put on today is certainly something we can learn from, he added. He also praised wicketkeeper-batter Kishan for hitting an explosive 81. Certainly, Ishan has done that quite regularly and consistently. I think he's going through a really good patch and batting very well, especially at number three, which can be a very tricky role. He and Tilak batted really well and, like I said, the skill they have and what they showed us today is something we can learn from. Hopefully, it'll help us improve as well. We've been saying for some time now that we can be better in the field, and if the fielding department can support the bowlers a bit more, it'll add extra pressure on the opposition. But I don't want to take anything away from the Indian batters. The display they put on today is certainly something we can learn from, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But most importantly, I think I've been letting the team down as captain with my batting. The onus is on me to get it right because the team needs my runs, and unfortunately that hasn't been the case over the last two T20 games. But, Inshallah, I'll do my best to turn it around because the team could really do with my runs. Article Source: IANS

Kishan and Tilak's blazing knocks help India seal the series

Prince Yadav also chipped in with two wickets before walking off with a suspected left hamstring strain

2nd T20I: I Feel Exultant, Especially With The Way We Won Today, Says Shreyas Iyer

Harare Sports Club: India captain Shreyas Iyer expressed sheer delight following his side's clinical 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday, adding that the series-clinching performance was a total team effort, something which left him feeling exultant. Riding on explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, India posted a formidable 219/5 before bundling out the hosts for 129 to claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. I feel exultant, especially with the way we won today. It was a comprehensive victory and a brilliant contribution from each and every player. Starting with the batting, I think the way Ishan and Tilak played was outstanding. A few of the shots they played were rakanaka (beautiful), and they were really pleasing to the eye. At the start, I felt anything between 180 and 200 would have been a par score, but we ended up getting 220, which was the icing on the cake. So, brilliant contributions from both of them. Then, with the ball, as usual, the bowlers came in, executed their lines and lengths precisely and bundled them out for 130-odd. I think that basically tells you the story of the game, Iyer said at the conclusion of the game. Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances. Keep moving forward and, more importantly, stay in the present. You've got to maximise every opportunity you get. Tomorrow is another opportunity, so we're looking forward to it, he added. Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Let's see. We haven't decided yet, and I haven't spoken to the coach. Unfortunately, one of our players (Prince) picked up an injury, so there could be a couple of changes. Article Source: IANS

2nd T20I: Kishan, Tilak Help India Seal The Series With 90-run Thrashing Of Zimbabwe (ld)

Harare Sports Club: Blistering half-centuries from wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and vice-captain Tilak Varma set up Indias dominant 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday and sealed an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Kishan's explosive 81 off 44 balls and Varma's unbeaten 60 off 29 deliveries set the foundation for India's imposing total of 219/5 after being inserted to bat first. The formidable target proved far too steep for Zimbabwe, as they were bowled out for 129 in 17.5 overs. The emphatic triumph also meant Shreyas Iyer got his first series win as Indias T20I captain. Batting all-rounder Abhishek Sharma, who bowls left-arm spin, starred with the ball by taking 3-17 as the Indian attack comfortably defended the score despite losing fast bowler Prince Yadav to an early hamstring injury. In Kishans knock, 46 runs came from mid-wicket and long-on regions, as he employed the pull shot to perfection. Varma, on the other hand, provided the perfect late flourish 16 of his runs came off the cut shot, to ensure India crossed the 210-run mark. Both batters frequently shuffled across their crease to align with deliveries outside the off stump, allowing them to pull and sweep the ball at will across the outfield. For Zimbabwe, it was a day to forget with the ball as everyone returned with an economy rate of above eight and strayed too full in their lengths. After India were pushed to bat first, Abhishek Sharma struck back-to-back boundaries in the first over off Sikandar Raza to get India off to a brisk start before Blessing Muzarabani turned the tide in the second over by removing him for eight after the opener spliced a back-of-a-length delivery straight to backward point. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, fresh off hitting his first T20I fifty, attempted to counter-attack by launching Richard Ngarava for a six and three boundaries in a 19-run third over, with the pull shot fetching him great rewards. But Ngarava got his revenge on the final ball as he had Sooryavanshi caught off his own bowling for 20. Skipper Shreyas Iyer stabilised the innings alongside Kishan, but Brian Bennett broke the 42-run partnership in the 10th over when Iyer mistimed a cut shot to backward point and departed for 25. Kishan then took control with his measured shot selection to reach his half-century in 33 balls before launching a stunning assault on the Zimbabwean bowling attack. Joined by Varma, the duo added 94 runs for the fourth wicket. Kishans fiery knock came to an end in the 18th over, when he miscued to deep point off Nyamhuri after striking nine fours and two sixes. Varma then picked up the momentum by reaching his fifty in 23 balls, even as Rinku Singh chipped in with a quickfire 12 before falling to Evans, and Shivam Dube finished the innings with a four off the penultimate ball to push India past the 210-mark. Chasing 220, Brian Bennett hit six boundaries with the scoop shot being the standout. But the scoop shot brought his downfall when he mistimed one off Thakur and gave a simple catch to wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan to fall for 32 off 19 balls. Prince made an instant impact on his first ball of the fifth over - removing Ben Curran for one as the opener's mis-hit pull off a hard length was caught by third man. Zimbabwes slide continued as Dion Myers chopped onto his stumps off Ravi Bishnoi in the final over of power-play. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Dube eventually struck in the ninth over when Wessly Madhevere gave a simple catch to mid-on, while Tilak Varmas brilliant game continued when he had Ryan Burl holing out to long-on. While Thakur claimed Tadiwanashe Marumani, Abhishek came in to castle Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri in quick succession before having Richard Ngarava holing out to long-on to wrap up a comfortable win for India. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 219/5 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 81, Tilak Varma 60 not out; Brian Bennett 1-22, Newman Nyamhuri 1-25) beat Zimbabwe 129 all out in 17.5 overs (Brian Bennett 32, Tadiwanashe Marumani 24; Abhishek Sharma 3-17, Prince Yadav 2-10) by 90 runs Article Source: IANS

2nd T20I: Abhishek Picks 3-17 As India Thrash Zimbabwe By 90 Runs, Take Unassailable Series Lead

Harare Sports Club: Batting all-rounder Abhishek Sharma claimed three wickets for 17 runs as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. Defending a daunting total of 219/5, India bowled out Zimbabwe for 129 in 17.5 overs. It also meant India earned their first series victory under Shreyas Iyers captaincy. The convincing win also offered the visitors a timely boost following their batters' recent struggles against pace and bounce during losses in Ireland and England. India's bowling unit consistently applied pressure despite losing pacer Prince Yadav to a hamstring injury early in his second over, shortly after he had taken two quick wickets. Abhishek stepped up to fill the void, combining with debutant Yash Thakur and the rest of the attack to dismantle the host side's batting lineup and put India in prime position to get a clean sweep in Sundays clash. Chasing 220, Brian Bennett hit six boundaries with the scoop shot being the standout. But the scoop shot brought his downfall when he mistimed one off Thakur and gave a simple catch to wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan to fall for 32 off 19 balls. Prince made an instant impact on his first ball of the fifth over - removing Ben Curran for one as the opener's mis-hit pull off a hard length was caught by third man. Zimbabwes slide continued as Dion Myers chopped onto his stumps off Ravi Bishnoi in the final over of power-play. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Dube eventually struck in the ninth over when Wessly Madhevere gave a simple catch to mid-on, while Tilak Varmas brilliant game continued when he had Ryan Burl holing out to long-on. While Thakur claimed Tadiwanashe Marumani, Abhishek came in to castle Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri in quick succession before having Richard Ngarava holing out to long-on to wrap up a comfortable win for India. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 219/5 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 81, Tilak Varma 60 not out; Brian Bennett 1-22, Newman Nyamhuri 1-25) beat Zimbabwe 129 all out in 17.5 overs (Brian Bennett 32, Tadiwanashe Marumani 24; Abhishek Sharma 3-17, Prince Yadav 2-10) by 90 runs Article Source: IANS

West Indies opt to bat; Pakistan hand a debut to Ali Usman

Tagenarine Chanderpaul returned as WI opener after John Campbell was ruled out with injury

Issy Wong, Jemimah Rodrigues carry Brave to second win

Wong takes three before Rodrigues' 42* takes Brave past Sunrisers Leeds with four balls to spare

Injured Nahid Rana Ruled Out Of Bangladesh's Test Tour Of Australia

ICC World Test Championship: Bangladesh have been dealt a major setback ahead of their two-match Test series against Australia after fast bowler Nahid Rana was ruled out with a side strain, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced on Saturday. The 23-year-old sustained a Grade 2 strain on his left side during the second T20I against Zimbabwe on July 17. Medical scans later confirmed the extent of the injury, with the BCB estimating a recovery period of six to eight weeks, effectively ending his chances of featuring in the upcoming World Test Championship fixtures. Fast bowler Nahid Rana has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against Australia after sustaining a left side strain. He is expected to require approximately four weeks for tissue healing, followed by a further two to four weeks of bowling workload progression, the BCB said in a medical update. Rana's absence is a significant blow for Bangladesh, with the young pacer establishing himself as one of the side's most promising fast-bowling prospects over the past year. There was some encouraging news for the visitors, however, as left-arm seamer Shoriful Islam continues to make progress in his recovery from a Grade 1 left hamstring injury suffered during the Zimbabwe tour. According to the BCB, Shoriful is expected to resume bowling on July 29 before undergoing a fitness assessment around August 12. Although he is unlikely to be fit for the opening Test in Darwin, the pacer remains in contention for the second match in Mackay if he receives medical clearance. There was some encouraging news for the visitors, however, as left-arm seamer Shoriful Islam continues to make progress in his recovery from a Grade 1 left hamstring injury suffered during the Zimbabwe tour. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh are scheduled to arrive in Australia early next month before playing a three-day warm-up match against a Cricket Australia XI in Darwin from August 3. The practice fixture will serve as the team's final preparation ahead of the opening Test, which begins in Darwin on August 13, with the second Test to follow in Mackay as part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle. Article Source: IANS

2nd T20I: Score Around 220 Is Pretty Good; Glad Work On Has Paid Off, Says Tilak Varma

Harare Sports Club: India vice-captain Tilak Varma expressed satisfaction with India's total of 219/5 against Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club, stating that a score around 200 was initially considered competitive on a challenging surface and that he was glad that his work on improving hitting skills has paid off. Varma smashed a crisp 29-ball 60, anchored the middle overs alongside Ishan Kishan (81 off 44 balls) to propel India to a commanding total. Obviously, batting in the middle overs was slightly challenging here. But if you see, I think our score is around 220, if I'm not wrong. So, we feel it's a pretty good score. Shreyas and I were talking that anything around 200 would be a really good score here. But when you think about 200, obviously the score can go to 220, especially the way Ishan batted. It was tremendous to watch, Varma said in a mid-innings chat with the broadcasters. Speaking on his flexible role in the lineup and his philosophy on finishing matches, Varma chose to speak about the importance of grounded shot-making over high-risk aerial options. Honestly, I love batting in the top order. But I always say that wherever the team needs me, I'm up for it. In the middle overs especially, you want to hit the gaps down the ground, so you can't take too much risk over the fielders. If you want to score through the ground, then you can become a good finisher. Since childhood, I've always aimed to finish games. So, that's what I'm trying to do. Speaking on his flexible role in the lineup and his philosophy on finishing matches, Varma chose to speak about the importance of grounded shot-making over high-risk aerial options. Honestly, I love batting in the top order. But I always say that wherever the team needs me, I'm up for it. Also Read: Live Cricket Score If you hit through the ground, your consistency improves. I spoke a lot with Gautam sir about finding the gaps. I really worked hard during the one-week break we had after the England series. I'm happy that it came through for me today. Article Source: IANS

Indian Team To Hold Training Camp In Delhi Ahead Of Mixed Disability Cricket Series Against England

The Differently Abled Cricket Council: The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) has announced that the Indian team will hold a training camp in Delhi starting July 26, in preparation for the Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England, which is scheduled to take place from August 5 to August 19 across venues in England. The Indian team will conduct a training camp starting on July 26 at Chhawla, near Dwarka in New Delhi, to finalise its preparations for the England series. The seven-match IT20 series kicks off with the first two games at OurCoop County Ground, Derby, on August 5 and August 7. The third match will be held at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicester, on August 9. The fourth game takes place at the County Ground, Hove, on August 12. After that, the series moves to Arundel for the fifth and sixth matches on August 15 and August 16. The series will finish with the seventh and final IT20 at Lords Cricket Ground on August 19. All matches are set to start at 2:30 PM local time. The support team for the England tour features Rohit Jhalani, a former Rajasthan Ranji captain, as Head Coach, along with Dev Dutt as Coach, Rohit Sharma as Fielding Coach, Ramswaroop Saini handling Strength & Conditioning, and Mayank Pushkar serving as Physio. The seven-match IT20 series kicks off with the first two games at OurCoop County Ground, Derby, on August 5 and August 7. The third match will be held at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicester, on August 9. The fourth game takes place at the County Ground, Hove, on August 12. After that, the series moves to Arundel for the fifth and sixth matches on August 15 and August 16. The series will finish with the seventh and final IT20 at Lords Cricket Ground on August 19. All matches are set to start at 2:30 PM local time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The DCCI also thanked ICC Chairman Jay Shah for his ongoing support for differently-abled cricket in India. Additionally, the council appreciated Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) President Rohan Jaitley for supporting the organisation of the national training camp in Delhi, which will be vital for the teams preparations before the England tour. Article Source: IANS

Gunaratne 123, Samarawickrama 100* ace 274 chase for 1-1

Pakistan's competitive total wasn't enough despite an unbeaten century from Sidra Amin

MSG vs BPH Match 7, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

MSGvs BPHMatch 7,Cricket Tips :Birmingham Phoenix started the Hundred Men's 2026 with a record-breaking score of 214, which is the second highest in this league. Joe Clarke (68 off 33) and Will Smeed (51 off 28) added 104 runs in 49 balls. Rehan Ahmed (49 off 25) and Donovan Ferreria (22* off 9) carried the momentum. Now, they will be facing Manchester Super Giants in an away game. This contest wil start at 7 PM IST on Sunday at Old Trafford. MSG also won their opening game and defended 138 against London Spirit courtesy of some good bowling plans. They will be confident to contain BPH's batting unit in their home conditions. MSG vs BPH: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 7:00 PM IST Venue : Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester MSG vs BPH: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the game through Jio Hotstar app or website. MSG vs BPH: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Manchester Super Giants : 3 Birmingham Phoenix: 2 No-result : 0 MSG vs BPH: Ground Pitch Report Emirates Old Trafford will host the second consecutive game on Sunday. The wicket can be a little slow, but it is an excellent surface to bat on. This is a high-scoring venue, and we might see a thriller on Sunday. There will be assistance for the first few overs for the fast bowlers, but batters are expected to dominate. MSG vs BPH: Possible XIs Manchester Super Giants: Aiden Markram (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Tim Seifert, Heinrich Klaasen, Leus du Plooy, Liam Dawson, Tom Moores, Gus Atkinson, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker Birmingham Phoenix: Will Smeed, Rehan Ahmed, Joe Clarke (wk), Laurie Evans, Donovan Ferreira (c), Sean Dickson, Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Scott Currie, Saqib Mahmood, Usman Tariq MSG vs BPH: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Joe Clarke and Tim Seifert scored blistering half-centuries in the first game for their teams. They have shown that they can be successful on such pitches. Probable Best Bowler Usman Tariq's unusual action makes him a difficult bowler to face. For MSG, Gus Atkinson is the guy to watch out for with his experience on these pitches. Today Match Prediction : Birmingham Phoenix have an excellent batting unit, and they have already crossed the 200-run mark. They will start this game as favorites. MSG vs BPH Match 7, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match MSG vs BPH, MSG vs BPH Prediction, MSG vs BPH Predicted XIs, Injury Update for MSG vs BPH Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

2nd T20I: Kishan, Tilak Smash Fifties, Carry India To 219/5 Against Zimbabwe

Harare Sports Club: Half-centuries from wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and vice-captain Tilak Varma propelled India to a formidable 219/5 in 20 overs after being put in to bat by Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. Kishan smashed 81 off 44 balls 46 of which came from mid-wicket and long-on regions, as he employed the pull shot to perfection. Varma, on the other hand, provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 60 off 29 deliveries 16 of those runs came off the cut shot, to ensure India crossed the 210-run mark. For Zimbabwe, it was a day to forget with the ball as everyone returned with an economy rate of above eight. After India were pushed to bat first, Abhishek Sharma struck back-to-back boundaries in the first over off Sikandar Raza to get India off to a brisk start before Blessing Muzarabani turned the tide in the second over by removing him for eight after the opener spliced a back-of-a-length delivery straight to backward point. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, fresh off hitting his first T20I fifty, attempted to counter-attack by launching Richard Ngarava for a six and three boundaries in a 19-run third over, with the pull shot fetching him great rewards. But Ngarava got his revenge on the final ball as he had Sooryavanshi caught off his own bowling for 20. Skipper Shreyas Iyer stabilised the innings alongside Kishan, but Brian Bennett broke the 42-run partnership in the 10th over when Iyer mistimed a cut shot to backward point and departed for 25. Kishan then took control with his measured shot selection to reach his half-century in 33 balls before launching a stunning assault on the Zimbabwean bowling attack. Joined by Varma, the duo added 94 runs for the fourth wicket. Kishans fiery knock came to an end in the 18th over, when he miscued to deep point off Nyamhuri after striking nine fours and two sixes. Varma then picked up the momentum by reaching his fifty in 23 balls, even as Rinku Singh chipped in with a quickfire 12 before falling to Evans, and Shivam Dube finished the innings with a four off the penultimate ball to push India past the 210-mark. Skipper Shreyas Iyer stabilised the innings alongside Kishan, but Brian Bennett broke the 42-run partnership in the 10th over when Iyer mistimed a cut shot to backward point and departed for 25. Kishan then took control with his measured shot selection to reach his half-century in 33 balls before launching a stunning assault on the Zimbabwean bowling attack. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 219/5 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 81, Tilak Varma 60 not out; Brian Bennett 1-22, Newman Nyamhuri 1-25) against Zimbabwe Article Source: IANS

TRT-W vs LNS-W Match 8, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

TRT-W vs LNS-W Match 8,Cricket Tips :Trent Rockets Women produced a dominating performance in their opening game of the Hundred Women's 2026. They bowled out Birmingham Phoenix for just 64 runs and then chased it down in just 31 balls. Samantha Bates (3/10) and Georgia Elwiss (3/13) were superb with the ball, and they have earned great momentum. Trent Rockets will now be in action in their next game. They will face London Spirit Women on Sunday. This contest will be held at 7 PM IST at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. London Spirit are coming off a poor first game, where they were bowled out for just 80 runs. They will be feeling the pressure here, but will fancy their chances for this home game. TRT-W vs LNS-W: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 7:00 PM IST Venue : Trent Bridge, Nottingham TRT-W vs LNS-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of the TRT-W vs LNS-W game will be available on Star Sports Networks. Fans can also access the live stream of the game through the Jio Hotstar app or website. TRT-W vs LNS-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Trent Rockets: 5 London Spirit: 0 No-result: 0 TRT-W vs LNS-W: Ground Pitch Report Trent Bridge is known for offering a good batting venue. This wicket has consistent bounce and pace, which keeps the batters interested. They can play the shots on the up, which makes it an ideal batting surface. The chasing team has done well here at this venue. TRT-W vs LNS-W: Possible XIs Trent Rockets Women: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Luff, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Adams, Bess Heath, Georgia Elwiss, Emma Jones, Kim Garth, Samantha Bates, Katie Levick London Spirit Women: Grace Harris, Amy Jones (wk), Marie Kelly, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Deandra Dottin, Charis Pavely, Charlotte Dean (c), Katie George, Josie Groves, Hannah Rainey TRT-W vs LNS-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Beth Mooney and Amy Jones are two batters to watch out for in this contest. Probable Best Bowler Charlie Dean and Kim Garth are two wicket-taking bowlers with the new ball. They will be tough to face. Today Match Prediction: Trent Rockets had a confidence-booster start to their campaign and they have the momentum going into this game. Hence, we predict Trent Rockets to win this game. TRT-W vs LNS-W Match 8, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match TRT-W vs LNS-W, TRT-W vs LNS-W Prediction, TRT-W vs LNS-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for TRT-W vs LNS-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

MSG-W vs BPH-W Match 7, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

MSG-W vs BPH-W Match 7,Cricket Tips :On Sunday, Manchester Super Giants Women are scheduled to take on Birmingham Phoenix Women in match 7 of the Hundred Women's 2026. These two sides will step on the field at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester at 3:30 PM IST. Ryana MacDonald-Gay led MSG-W to a big win in their opening game. She bowled a match-winning spell of 4/17 and helped her team bowl out the opposition for 80 runs. They have four points now and will be looking to add another win on the board. Birmingham Phoenix Women had a horrible day with the bat. They were bowled out for 64 runs. Captain Ellyse Perry scored 39 runs, and the second highest score was 7 from extras. They need to bounce back after that defeat to stay in the competition. MSG-W vs BPH-W: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester MSG-W vs BPH-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of the upcoming game will be available on the Star Sports networks in India. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. MSG-W vs BPH-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 Manchester Super Giants : 2 Birmingham Phoenix : 2 No-result : 1 MSG-W vs BPH-W: Ground Pitch Report Emirates Old Trafford is known for having a good batting track. It offers good bounce with pace, where batters can play big shots. However, there is a prediction of rain on Sunday, which will let the ball swing for the fast bowlers. The average score here is around 135-145. MSG-W vs BPH-W: Possible XIs Manchester Super Giants Women : Meg Lanning (c), Smriti Mandhana, Grace Scrivens, Paige Scholfield, Richa Ghosh (wk), Mady Villiers, Kathryn Bryce, Maitlan Brown, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Sophie Ecclestone, Grace Ballinger Birmingham Phoenix Women : Tammy Beaumont (wk), Davina Perrin, Alice Capsey, Ellyse Perry (c), Annerie Dercksen, Jemima Spence, Kayla Reyneke, Alana King, Eva Gray, Linsey Smith, Lauren Filer MSG-W vs BPH-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ellyse Perry and Meg Lanning are two of the top scorers in this league. They had a pretty good start to the competitions with the bat. Probable Best Bowler Lauren Filer and Sophie Ecclestone are two wicket-takers featuring in this game. They will be the ones to watch out for. Today Match Prediction : Manchester Super Giants Women did well in the first game, and they have the momentum. We predict MSG-W to win this game. MSG-W vs BPH-W Match 7, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match MSG-W vs BPH-W, MSG-W vs BPH-W Prediction, MSG-W vs BPH-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for MSG-W vs BPH-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

Unchanged Zimbabwe field; Yash Thakur debuts for India

Thakur replaced Ashok Sharma, who made his debut in the previous game

2nd T20I: Unchanged Zimbabwe Elect To Bowl First Against India, Thakur Handed Debut

Harare Sports Club: An unchanged Zimbabwe have won the toss and elected to bowl first against India at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. India are leading the three-game series 1-0 and a win on Saturday will help them take an unassailable lead. After winning the toss, Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza said his playing eleven is unchanged from their seven-wicket loss on Thursday. First reason being the winter wicket as we know, it's slightly spicier at the start, so hopefully we can make early inroads and then see what comes in the batting order later on. The surface is certainly a lot better today than it was in the first game, so it may not be as spicy, but we know that in Harare, especially during winter, there will be a bit of spice at the start and hopefully our seamers can make inroads. If they do, it'll go a long way towards helping us stop them. We're going to back the same boys, he said. India skipper Shreyas Iyer said pacer Yash Thakur has been handed his international debut and replaces Ashok Sharma in the playing eleven. Thakur, 27, represents Punjab Kings in the IPL and won the Ranji Trophy in 2024/25 with Vidarbha. He has been a regular with the India 'A' team for the last 12 months. We were going to bat first. It looks a bit different. It is not that tacky as the first game. Let's make sure it is a belter to bat on. We just pass on the message to stay in the present, it is essential to stay in the moment and play to the best of our abilities, he said. Playing XIs We were going to bat first. It looks a bit different. It is not that tacky as the first game. Let's make sure it is a belter to bat on. We just pass on the message to stay in the present, it is essential to stay in the moment and play to the best of our abilities, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur, and Mayank Yadav Article Source: IANS

WEF vs ML: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 6, The Hundred Mens 2026

WEFvs ML,Approaching Milestones and Records :Get ready for an action-packed game in The Hundred Men's 2026, as two teams, which started the new season with a win, will be up against each other. The three-time champion MI London will take on Welsh Fire in match no. 6. This contest will be held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Saturday at 10:30 PM IST. Nicholas Pooran slammed a 19-ball fifty, and captain Sam Curran also recorded a half-century under pressure. They won the game with 16 balls left to spare, which has put them at the top of the table. They will be keen to stay at the top with another win. On the other hand, Welsh Fire recorded a win over Southern Brave by six wickets. Captain Phil Salt played a key role and scored an unbeaten 47 runs to take the team home. It was a tricky chase, but the captain finished the game. But beating MI London will be a massive task, and they need to be at their best to challenge them. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the WEFvs MLMatch 6 at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff WEFvs ML: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the WEFvs MLMatch 6 atSophia Gardens in Cardiff 2 - Phil Salt needs two more sixes to surpass Will Jacks (53) for the second-most sixes in The Hundred Men's competition. One more half-century, and he will equal Jos Buttler and James Vince for the third-most half-centuries in the league. 1 - James Vince needs one more half-century to equal Dawid Malan for most half-centuries in The Hundred. He has 116 fours and 30 sixes and needs four more boundaries to complete 150 boundaries in the league. Only two batters have more than 150 boundaries. 86 - James Vince currently has the second-most runs in the Hundred men's competition. If he can score 86 runs, he will surpass Dawid Malan to become no. 1 in the run-scoring chart. 34 - Will Jacks needs 34 runs to become the second-highest scorer in The Hundred Men's competition. 3 - Sam Curran needs three more wickets to complete 50 wickets in The Hundred Men's competition. He can become the highest wicket-taker in the competition. 2 - Trent Boult needs two more wickets to complete 350 T20 wickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 3 - Lockie Ferguson needs three more wickets to complete 250 T20 wickets.

SUL vs SOB: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 5, The Hundred Mens 2026

SULvs SOB,Approaching Milestones and Records :Sunrisers Leeds have started the Hundred Men's 2026 with a defeat. They were hammered by the defending champion MI London and failed to defend 143 runs. Mitchell Marsh and Ryan Rickelton looked good on the crease, but there was no major contribution from the middle order. That is what they will be looking to address as they head into the next game. Sunrisers Leeds are scheduled to face Southern Brave in match No. 5. This contest will kick off at 7 PM IST on Saturday at Headingley in Leeds. Southern Brave also lost their opening game. They suffered a defeat against Welsh Fire as they failed to defend 135 runs on the board. Thomas Rew and David Miller were two batters who looked good on the crease. Apart from them, Nikhil Chaudhary was pretty exceptional with bat and ball. But most of their players failed, and they suffered a defeat. Hence, it is an important clash for them going forward. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the SULvs SOBMatch 5 at the Headingley in Leeds SULvs SOB: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SULvs SOBMatch 5 atHeadingley in Leeds 82 - Harry Brook missed in the first game, but he is in good nick. He is just 82 runs away from completing 4500 T20 runs and 6 sixes away from 200 T20 sixes. 37 - Tristan Stubbs has established himself as a reliable middle-order batter in the shorter format. He is just 37 runs away from completing 4000 T20 runs. 3 - Adil Rashid has been a legend of modern-day cricket in the white-ball format. He has 418 T20 wickets to his name. Rashid needs three more wickets to surpass Mustafizur Rahman and become the tenth-highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket. 5 - Adil Rashid is also five wickets away from becoming only the second bowler with 50 wickets in The Hundred Men's competition. If he takes three more wickets, he will surpass Sam Curran to become the second-highest wicket-taker in this league. 3 - Three more wickets for Jordan and he will enter into the top five wicket-takers in The Hundred Men's competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 90 - Harry Brook is just 90 runs away from becoming only the seventh batter with 1000 runs in The Hundred Men's competition.

Goal Is To Pick Wickets And Win Games For India Just Like Bumrah: Yash Thakur

Yash Thakur: India fast bowler Yash Thakur has revealed that mastering death bowling has been the defining objective of his career, while describing premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah as the benchmark he hopes to emulate across all formats of the game. Thakur said he made a conscious decision early in his senior career with Vidarbha to specialise in bowling at the death, believing those overs often determine the outcome of matches. Ever since I started playing senior white-ball cricket for Vidarbha, I set one clear goal for myself: to become a specialist at death bowling. Matches are won and lost in the final overs, and that's where I wanted to make a difference for my team, Thakur told JioStar. The right-arm seamer said that philosophy has remained unchanged through his progression from domestic cricket to India A and now the senior national team. I have carried that mindset with me throughout my career. Whether I am playing for Vidarbha, India A, or in the IPL, I see death bowling as the toughest challenge in cricket, and I want to master it. If I can perform in high-pressure situations, that is when I can truly make an impact, he added. Thakur credited Bumrah as the biggest influence on his approach, praising the India pace spearhead's ability to excel regardless of the format or phase of the innings. I have carried that mindset with me throughout my career. Whether I am playing for Vidarbha, India A, or in the IPL, I see death bowling as the toughest challenge in cricket, and I want to master it. If I can perform in high-pressure situations, that is when I can truly make an impact, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Explaining the standard he has set for himself, Thakur added, I try to follow his approach, to be a bowler the captain can trust at any stage, whether it's the powerplay, the middle overs, or the death. My goal is to be someone who can pick up wickets and win games, just like Bumrah does for India. Article Source: IANS

Yash Thakur Praises Shreyas Iyer's Leadership Style, Calls Him a Bowler's Captain

Captain Shreyas Iyer: India fast bowler Yash Thakur has hailed skipper Shreyas Iyer's calm leadership and unwavering faith in his bowlers during the ongoing T20I series against Zimbabwe, saying the captain's trust and collaborative approach have strengthened his confidence as he embarks on his international career. Having already played under Iyer in the IPL, Thakur said the existing understanding between the two has made his transition into the Indian dressing room smoother, with the captain fully aware of how best to utilise his skills. Captain Shreyas Iyer knows my strengths well. He understands which phases of the game I am most effective in, whether it's the powerplay, the middle overs, or the death. He knows where I can contribute the most to help the team win, Thakur told JioStar. The right-arm pacer said the rapport they built during their IPL stint together has carried over to the national side. That mutual understanding developed during the IPL when I spent time with him and discussed plans. I feel very fortunate because I have played under Shreyas bhai in the IPL, and now I will be playing under his captaincy in the Indian team as well. That continuity helps build a great bond, he added. According to Thakur, Iyer's confidence in his players has a direct impact on their performances, as he said, When your captain trusts your abilities, it gives you a lot of confidence on the field. The pacer also shed light on Iyer's captaincy style, describing him as a composed leader who remains unfazed regardless of the match situation and encourages bowlers to take ownership of their plans. In my view, he is extremely calm. Whether we are giving away runs, bowling well, or having an off day with the ball, he never loses his composure. He stays calm even in high-pressure situations, he stated. The pacer also shed light on Iyer's captaincy style, describing him as a composed leader who remains unfazed regardless of the match situation and encourages bowlers to take ownership of their plans. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He always comes directly to the bowlers and asks, 'What is your plan? What do you think is the best option here?' He doesn't impose his ideas. He listens first and then gives his input. That makes a huge difference. I would describe him as a bowler's captain, he trusts his bowlers completely and gives them the freedom to execute their plans, Thakur mentioned. Article Source: IANS

Two-time Champions Kashi Rudras Retain Core While Adding Six Players Ahead Of UPT20 Season 4

UPT20 Player Auction: Kashi Rudras completed their squad for Season 4 following the UPT20 Player Auction in Agra on Friday. The team added six players to their retained core as they prepare to defend their title. After retaining 12 players ahead of the auction, Kashi Rudras brought in Mohammad Sharim, Vaibhav Choudhary, Vijay Yadav, Virat Jaiswal, Manav Sindhu and Sahab Yuvraj Singh to complete their 18-member squad for the upcoming season. Among the new additions, all-rounder Mohammad Sharim emerged as the franchise's biggest signing at Rs 17.50 lakh. The squad was further strengthened with the arrival of bowler Vaibhav Choudhary, all-rounders Vijay Yadav and Virat Jaiswal, along with batters Manav Sindhu and Sahab Yuvraj Singh, giving the reigning champions added depth across departments. Speaking after the auction, Sukhvinder Singh, Kashi Rudras Representative, said, We have been able to add the firepower we wanted and tick the boxes we had planned going into the auction. Every season brings new challenges and while we've been fortunate enough to win the title twice, we have to give our best. It's a hardworking bunch of boys and we're excited to see what they can achieve together as a group. While preparing for the new season, Kashi Rudras also took another step towards strengthening grassroots cricket with the launch of the Rudras Cup, the first regional scouting tournament of its kind by a UPT20 franchise. The initiative, along with the franchise's extensive player trials, gave aspiring cricketers another opportunity to showcase their talent in front of the Kashi Rudras scouting team and further strengthened the pathway for emerging players to progress to the franchise setup. Having assembled their squad, the two-time champions will now turn their attention to preparing for the season ahead. The initiative, along with the franchise's extensive player trials, gave aspiring cricketers another opportunity to showcase their talent in front of the Kashi Rudras scouting team and further strengthened the pathway for emerging players to progress to the franchise setup. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Karan Sharma (Captain), Abhishek Goswami, Upendra Yadav, Atal Bihari Rai, Shubham Chaubey, Kartik Yadav, Sunil Kumar, Saksham Rai, Uvais Ahmad, Rishabh Rajput, Deepanshu Yadav, Arnav Baliyan, Mohammad Sharim, Vaibhav Choudhary, Vijay Yadav, Virat Jaiswal, Manav Sindhu, Sahab Yuvraj Singh Article Source: IANS

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Trust Your Skills And Process: Yash Thakur Recalls Gambhirs Advice After India Call-up

Lucknow Super Giants: India fast bowler Yash Thakur has revealed that the advice he received from head coach Gautam Gambhir during their time together at Lucknow Super Giants continues to guide him as he begins his international journey, while also recalling the emotional moment he learnt of his maiden national team selection for the ongoing T20I tour of Zimbabwe. Thakur, who has climbed through the ranks from age-group cricket to domestic competitions, the IPL and India A before earning his first India call-up, said Gambhir had encouraged him to stay true to the strengths that had brought him success rather than trying to reinvent himself at higher levels. When I was with Lucknow Super Giants and met Gambhir bhai, I had great interactions with him from day one. He told me back then, 'You have done well in domestic cricket. You know how to pick up wickets, and you know how to win games, so never change that mindset. The level of cricket will keep changing, from domestic to IPL to international, but don't change yourself or your core strengths. Stick to what got you here. Trust your skills and your process, Thakur told JioStar. The right-arm seamer said those words have remained a constant source of confidence whenever he has encountered pressure. I still follow that advice to this day. Whenever I feel pressure, I remind myself of his words. It has helped me stay grounded and focused on my game, he added. Thakur also shared how he unexpectedly discovered he had been selected for India's tour of Zimbabwe after landing in Nagpur alongside fellow cricketer Harsh Dubey. Harsh Dubey and I had just landed in Nagpur. As I was collecting my luggage and heading out, my phone started buzzing with messages, and I got a call from my friends. They told me, 'You got selected!' and congratulated me. I didn't know anything about it at that moment, so I checked online and realised I had been selected for the Zimbabwe tour. It was a surreal feeling, Thakur recalled. Thakur also shared how he unexpectedly discovered he had been selected for India's tour of Zimbabwe after landing in Nagpur alongside fellow cricketer Harsh Dubey. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I've progressed step by step, from Under-19 cricket, through the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, IPL, India A, and now into the Indian team. Each level brought its own challenges, and I worked hard to clear every hurdle. Climbing every single step makes me feel very happy. I can't quite express the feeling right now, because playing for the country is everyone's dream when they start playing cricket. To finally be here, wearing the India jersey, feels like all the hard work has paid off, he stated. Article Source: IANS

WEF-W vs ML-W: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 6, The Hundred Womens 2026

WEF-W vs ML-W,Approaching Milestones and Records :Welsh Fire Women Women and MI London Women will be up against each other in match no. 6 of the Hundred Women's 2026. This contest will be held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Saturday at 7 PM IST. These two sides had similar starts to their campaigns. Welsh Fire women suffered a defeat at the hands of Southern Brave Women. Sophie Molineux scored a 16-ball 22 runs with the bat and followed it with a 3-14 bowling spell and took the game away from them. Georgia Voll looked good and scored 52 off 39 balls for them. Meanwhile, MI London Women also had a similar display. They also failed with the bat in the middle order. Then, their bowlers couldn't defend it. A win here is important for both sides as they move forward into the tournament. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the WEF-W vs ML-W Match 6 at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff WEF-W vs ML-W: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the WEF-W vs ML-WMatch 6 atSophia Gardens in Cardiff 57 - Freya Kemp is just 57 runs away from completing 1500 T20 runs in women's cricket. 1 - Sophia Devine holds the record for most runs in women's T20 cricket. She has 61 half-centuries, and one more fifty will help her have the joint third-most half-centuries in women's T20s. 42 - Heather Graham is a key batter for Welsh Fire Women. She is also near a big milestone and needs 42 more runs to complete 2500 runs in women's T20s. 3 - Danni Wyatt-Hodge has been a prolific scorer in this format. She is just three sixes away from completing 150 T20 sixes. If she can hit six fours, she will become only the fourth batter with 1100 boundaries in women's T20s. 13 - Hayley Matthews is just 13 runs away from completing 7500 runs in women's T20 cricket and will be only the tenth batter to do so. 5 - Matthews also needs five more wickets to surpass Sophie Ecclestone (345) and become the fifth highest wicket-taker in women's T20s. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 49 - Danni Wyatt Hodge is the second-highest scorer in The Hundred women's competition. She needs 49 more runs to surpass Nat Sciver-Brunt (1223) and become the leading scorer in this league.

When Sir Garfield Sobers Almost Became Bollywoods Son-in-Law: The Untold Anju Mahendru Love Story

One of the greatest cricketers of all time, Sir Garfield Sobers of the West Indies, has passed away. While the media has focused on his extraordinary cricketing achievements, another side of Sobers is his charisma, flamboyant personality and remarkable ability to connect with people beyond the boundary. Sobers played two Test series in India and was captain in 196667. His popularity soared during the 1966 tour. In those days, acceptance in Bollywood circles was considered a celebrity status, and Sobers achieved that within weeks of arriving in India. The most talked-about story is his brief romance, which quickly turned into an engagement, with model and actress Anju Mahendru. It was one of the earliest high-profile crossovers between international cricket and Bollywood. Sobers was already a global sporting icon, while Anju was among Bombays most glamorous young models making her way into the films. During the tour, at one party, he met Anju, who was then around 20 years old, confident, modern in outlook and already well known in modelling circles. Sobers was immediately drawn to her personality and charm. They came close to each other. What followed was almost like a Vaibhav Suryavanshi T20 innings. After a few meetings, Sobers proposed to Anju one evening. She accepted the proposal, reportedly impressed by his personality, fame and warmth. In hindsight, this engagement appears to have been a spontaneous decision taken without fully considering the long-term implications. Then why did they never marry? This is where the Rajesh Khanna factor becomes crucial. Anju was already in a relationship with him, but this relationship was going through a turbulent phase. In a later interview, she admitted that during that period of estrangement, she became involved with Sobers. When she and Rajesh Khanna reconciled, she telephoned Sobers from Rajesh Khannas house and ended the engagement. Rajesh Khanna was then emerging as Bollywoods biggest heartthrob, and his return to Anjus life effectively ended the Sobers chapter. Even otherwise, the Sobers-Anju relationship faced significant practical obstacles. Sobers was constantly traveling for cricket commitments, while Anju was building her career in Bombay and was not inclined to leave India. In the 1960s, maintaining a long-distance international relationship was not easy. So, it implied that Anju accepting Sobers proposal may have been an impulsive decision. Its of credit to both that they never spoke ill of each other and the relationship ended without public acrimony. Sobers later married Australian Pru Kirby in 1969. Some accounts suggest that before his marriage, he spoke to Anju to ensure that there were no misunderstandings between them. Later, this story became more intriguing because, in his autobiography, Sobers offered a different explanation and wrote that Anjus parents were deeply opposed to the match and were horrified by the idea of their daughter becoming engaged to a Black West Indian cricketer. All these twists give this Sobers-Anju episode the texture of a masala Hindi film. It had a glamorous heroine, a global sporting superstar, a future Bollywood megastar, a broken engagement, parental opposition and lingering public curiosity. The sub-plot is equally dramatic. Anju Mahendru and Rajesh Khanna had known each other from his theatre days, when he was still Jatin Khanna and had not yet become the phenomenon called Rajesh Khanna. Their relationship of several years has been extensively documented in Yasser Usmans Rajesh Khanna: The Untold Story of Indias First Superstar. Rajesh Khanna eventually married Dimple Kapadia in 1973. One of the most popular anecdotes is that he deliberately diverted the route of his wedding procession (Barat) so that it would pass by Anjus house, as a symbolic gesture to show that he had moved on. Perhaps the most revealing account comes from Anju herself, in an interview with The Times of India, To tell you the truth, at that time I was in a relationship with Kaka. We had a fight over something, and then I had an affair with Gary. But it doesnt mean that I disliked Gary Sobers. I dont know what would have happened if Rajesh Khanna hadnt come back into my life. Also Read: Live Cricket Score That single statement probably explains the entire triangle better than any rumour. Sobers came into Anjus life at a moment when her relationship with Rajesh Khanna was in flux. When that relationship revived, the Sobers' engagement came to an end.

Shreyas Iyer And Co Visit Indian Ambassador To Zimbabwe Ahead Of Second T20I

T20 World Cup: Shreyas Iyer-led India were hosted by the Ambassador of India to Zimbabwe, H.E. Bramha Kumar, at India House in Harare ahead of the second T20I of the three-match series. Skipper Iyer and interim head coach VVS Laxman were felicitated by the Ambassador during the visit. An evening to remember in Harare. H.E. Bramha Kumar, Ambassador of India to Zimbabwe hosted #TeamIndia at the India House in Harare ahead of the second T20I against Zimbabwe, BCCI wrote on X while sharing pictures from the meet-up. The reception comes after India ended their recent struggles with a commanding seven-wicket victory in the series opener. Having suffered back-to-back series whitewashes against Ireland and England, the three-time T20 World Cup champions finally delivered a polished all-round performance to take a 1-0 lead. The win was also a landmark moment for Iyer, who registered his first victory as India's T20I captain after six defeats in his first two assignments since succeeding Suryakumar Yadav. With momentum on their side, India will now aim to clinch the series when they face Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. The opening victory was headlined by teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who blasted a record-breaking 18-ball half-century to become the youngest player to score a T20I fifty in international cricket. Returning pacer Mayank Yadav also made an immediate impact, claiming 2-18 in a fiery spell. Chasing 126, India comfortably reached the target with 40 balls to spare, thanks to useful contributions from Ishan Kishan and skipper Iyer after Vaibhav's explosive knock. Opener Abhishek Sharma, who scored his maiden T20I century at this venue two years ago, fell cheaply in the opener and will be looking to bounce back. The opening victory was headlined by teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who blasted a record-breaking 18-ball half-century to become the youngest player to score a T20I fifty in international cricket. Returning pacer Mayank Yadav also made an immediate impact, claiming 2-18 in a fiery spell. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will need a much-improved batting display after their top order struggled against India's fast bowlers in the opening match. With no rest day before Sunday's series finale, India will be eager to wrap up the series on Saturday and then target a 3-0 clean sweep in the final game on Sunday. Article Source: IANS

Purani Dilli 6 Owner Akash Nangia Confident As Team Gears Up For DPL Season 3

The Delhi Premier League: With the start of the third season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) just days away, Purani Dilli 6 have intensified their preparations, with players undergoing rigorous training sessions as the franchise aims to mount a strong challenge for the title. Ahead of the new season, Purani Dilli 6 owner Akash Nangia expressed confidence in the squad and said the teams focus is now firmly on translating its potential into performances on the field. Speaking about the vision behind the squad, Nangia said the franchise has assembled a group capable of delivering consistent performances throughout the tournament. Our objective was to build a balanced squad that combines experienced domestic performers with talented young cricketers who are eager to prove themselves. The players have been training with great intensity, and its encouraging to see the commitment and energy within the camp. We believe this squad has the depth, versatility and character to compete at the highest level. Commenting on the upcoming edition of the Delhi Premier League, he said the tournament has become an important platform for emerging talent. The Delhi Premier League has grown tremendously over the last two seasons and continues to provide a fantastic stage for young players to showcase their abilities. Every season the standard of cricket has improved, and we expect this edition to be even more competitive. Its exciting for players, franchises and fans alike. Sharing his expectations from the season, Nangia reiterated the teams ambition to compete for the championship while entertaining supporters with positive cricket. The Delhi Premier League has grown tremendously over the last two seasons and continues to provide a fantastic stage for young players to showcase their abilities. Every season the standard of cricket has improved, and we expect this edition to be even more competitive. Its exciting for players, franchises and fans alike. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With the countdown to the tournament underway, Purani Dilli 6 will continue fine-tuning their preparations before beginning their campaign in the Delhi Premier League Season 3, which gets underway on July 31 Article Source: IANS

SUL-W vs SOB-W: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 5, The Hundred Womens 2026

SUL-W vs SOB-W,Approaching Milestones and Records :It is time for another high-profile game in the ongoing The Hundred Women's 2026. Match no. 5 will be played between Sunrisers Leeds Women and Southern Brave Women. This is the home game for the Sunrisers, which will start at 3:30 PM IST on Saturday at Headingley in Leeds. Both teams kicked off their campaigns with a win each. Sunrisers Leeds beat MI London in the opening game, and they will look to win this home game also. Phoebe Litchfield and captain Danielle Gibson played crucial roles in the win. They had a few hiccups, but they managed pretty well eventually. On the other hand, Southern Brave will be aiming to win this away game. Captain Sophie Molineux produced an all-round display with bat and ball. She also led the team well and made necessary bowling changes. It is a star-studded lineup, and they will be keen to win this game and move to the top of the points table. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the SUL-W vs SOB-W Match 5 at the Headingley in Leeds SUL-W vs SOB-W: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SUL-W vs SOB-WMatch 5 atHeadingley in Leeds 1 - Marizanna Kapp holds the world record for most maidens in women's T20 cricket. She has bowled 49 maidens in 349 innings with the fourth-most (353) wickets. She needs one more to become the first bowler with 50 maidens. 1 - Jess Jonassen holds the record for joint-most four-wicket hauls in women's T20 cricket. She needs one more to surpass Amelia Kerr (12), and she will have the most four-wicket hauls ever. 3 - Annabel Sutherland has 197 T20 wickets in her career. She is just three wickets away from completing 200 T20 wickets. 41 - With the bat, Annabel Sutherland needs 41 more runs to complete 2500 T20 runs in women's cricket. 90 - Jess Jonassen is known for her bowling, but she is more than a capable batter, who bats in the top order at times. She is just 90 runs away from completing 4000 T20 runs in women's cricket. 5 - Laura Wolvaardt is one of the best batters in this competition. She is just five sixes away from completing 100 T20 sixes. She also needs six fours to complete 800 T20 boundaries. 27 - Jemimah Rodrigues is just 27 runs away from completing 5500 T20 runs in women's cricket. She will only be the third Indian after Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur to do so. 28 - Laura Wolvaardt needs 28 runs more to surpass Sophia Dunkley (1108) and become the third-highest scorer in The Hundred Women's competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2 - Marizanne Kapp needs two more wickets to complete 50 wickets in The Hundred Women's competition. She will be the fastest to do so.

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WEF vs ML Match 6, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

WEFvs MLMatch 6,Cricket Tips :Welsh Fire started the Hundred Men's 2026 with a good win over Southern Brave. Captain Phil Salt showed maturity and scored a match-winning knock of 47 off 37 in a tricky chase. They also bowled well, and it was a clinical performance from them. Can they repeat that going forward? Welsh Fire will take on the three-time champion MI London in match no. 6. This contest will be held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Saturday at 10:30 PM IST. MI London are at the top of the table with a big win in their opening game, and they are probably the contenders to win the tournament. The team that wins here will move to the top of the table. WEF vs ML: Match Details Date : July 25, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 10:30 PM IST Venue : Sophia Gardnes, Cardiff WEF vs ML: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the WEF vs ML game on the Star Sports Networks. For the live stream, fans can switch to the Jio Hotstar app or website. WEF vs ML: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 London Spirit : 0 MI London : 4 No-result: 1 WEF vs ML: Ground Pitch Report After the women's game, it is the second game at this venue on Saturday. So, there is a possibility of slowness. That is where the new ball will be important. Teams can score runs early on. Spinners will have a key role here, and a chase can be difficult. WEF vs ML: Possible XIs Welsh Fire: Phil Salt (c & wk), Joe Root, Jordan Cox, Rachin Ravindra, Matt Short, Ben Kellaway, Asa Tribe, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Chris Woakes, Sam Cook MI London: James Vince, Jason Roy, Will Jacks, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sam Curran (c), Tom Curran, Josh Philippe, Rashid Khan, Trent Boult, Richard Gleeson, Nathan Sowter WEF vs ML: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Nicholas Pooran slammed a quick fifty in the first game and showed his intentions. For Welsh Fire, captain Phil Salt will be key, who is coming off a MOTM award in the previous game. Probable Best Bowler Sam Cook bowled well in the first game and used the conditions well. For MI London, Richard Gleeson bowled well with the new ball, and is capable of taking early wickets. Today Match Prediction: MI London are very good with the form, momentum, and combination. Hence, we predict MI London to win this game. WEF vs ML Match 6, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match WEF vs ML, WEF vs ML Prediction, WEF vs ML Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WEF vs ML Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

SUL vs SOB Match 5, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SUL vs SOB Match 5 , Cricket Tips :Two teams who started the Hundred Men's 2026 with a defeat will take on each other in the next game. Sunrisers Leeds are scheduled to take on Southern Brave in match No. 5. It will commence at 7 PM IST on Saturday at Headingley, Leeds. These sides failed to get points from the first game and will be desperate to get a win here. Losing two consecutive matches will put pressure and can hurt the chances of these sides. Both sides failed to defend the totals and will be looking to work on their bowling plans. SUL vs SOB: Match Details Date : July 25, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7:00 PM IST Venue : Headingley, Leeds SUL vs SOB: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the game on the Star Sports Networks, and the live stream of the game will be on the Jio Hotstar app or website.SUL vs SOB: Head-to-Head in The HundredTotal Matches: 5Sunrisers Leeds: 4Southern Brave: 1No-result: 0 SUL vs SOB: Ground Pitch Report This is the second game at this venue after the women's clash. So, the wicket might get a little slow. That will give the batters more assistance. Though the new ball will move around for the first few overs, but the wicket will settle well as the game goes on. SUL vs SOB: Possible XIs Sunrisers Leeds: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Mitch Marsh, Zak Crawley (c), Harry Brook, Dan Lawrence, Tom Alsop, Brydon Carse, Benny Howell, Matthew Potts, Nathan Ellis, Abrar Ahmed Southern Brave: Ben McKinney, Jamie Smith (wk), David Miller, Thomas Rew, Tristan Stubbs, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan (c), Adil Rashid, Luke Wood, Daniel Worrall SUL vs SOB: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Harry Brook and David Miller are two players who entered this tournament with good international form. They will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Jofra Archer and Nathan Ellis are considered two great white-ball bowlers in the modern era. They can bowl at any stage of the game. Today Match Prediction: Sunrisers Leeds have a strong batting unit, which gives them a clear edge over the opposition. They will start this game as favorites. SUL vs SOB Match 6, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match SUL vs SOB, SUL vs SOB Prediction, SUL vs SOB Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SUL vs SOB Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

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WEF-W vs ML-W Match 6, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

WEF-W vs ML-W Match 6,Cricket Tips :The upcoming match of The Hundred Women's 2026 will be played between Welsh Fire Women and MI London Women. These two sides will step on the field on Saturday at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff at 7 PM IST. This is the second game of the day. Both sides didn't have a great start to the new season. These sides lost their opening matches. MI London had a good start with a 56-run opening stand, but they only managed 107 runs and lost the game. Welsh Fire lost to Southern Brave Women, while chasing 127 runs. They were 80/1, needing 47 runs in 41 balls. But they lost the plot. The middle order for both teams couldn't perform when needed. WEF-W vs ML-W: Match Details Date : July 25, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7:00 PM IST Venue : Sophia Gardnes, Cardiff WEF-W vs ML-W: Live Streaming Details The WEF-W vs ML-W will be available live on Star Sports Networks, whereas the live stream of the game will be available on the JioHotstar app or website. WEF-W vs ML-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 London Spirit : 2 MI London: 2 No-result : 0 WEF-W vs ML-W: Ground Pitch Report Sophia Gardens is a good venue for the bowlers. It offers pace and consistent bounce, which will keep the fast bowlers interested. It will not be easy to hit the hard length. Spinners will have a limited role at this venue. WEF-W vs ML-W: Possible XIs Welsh Fire Women: Georgia Voll, Ella McCaughan, Freya Kemp, Sophie Devine (c), Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Emily Arlott, Niamh Holland, Rhianna Southby (wk), Sophia Smale, Grace Potts MI London Women: Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Nicola Carey, Hollie Armitage (c), Chinelle Henry, Kira Chathli (wk), Alice Davidson-Richards, Alice Monaghan, Kirstie Gordon, Alexa Stonehouse WEF-W vs ML-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Georgia Voll and Hayley Matthews showed form with good contributions in the opening game. They can be very dangerous at the top. Probable Best Bowler Alexa Stonehouse and Heather Graham delivered good spells in the opening game, and they will be the ones to watch out for. Today Match Prediction: Both teams lost their opening games, but MI London have a better combination. Hence, we predict MI London to win this game. WEF-W vs ML-W Match 6, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match WEF-W vs ML-W, WEF-W vs ML-W Prediction, WEF-W vs ML-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WEF-W vs ML-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

SUL-W vs SOB-W Match 5, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SUL-W vs SOB-W Match 5, Cricket Tips :The first game of the first double header of the Hundred Women's 2026 will be played between Sunrisers Leeds Women and Southern Brave Women. The action begins at 3:30 PM IST on Saturday at Headlingley in Leeds. Both teams have had a pretty good start to the sixth edition. Sunrisers Leeds faced MI London Women in the tournament's opener and managed a 7-wicket win. Phoebe Litchfield played a good hand of 43 off 26 and played a match-winning knock. Southern Brave Women posted a big total of 126 runs and defended it well. Captain Sophie Molineux produced a great all-round display (22 off 16 and 3/14). Whoever wins this game will move to the top of the table. SUL-W vs SOB-W: Match Details Date : July 25, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : Headingley, Leeds SUL-W vs SOB-W: Live Streaming Details The live action of the game will be available on Star Sports Networks, and the live stream will be on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SUL-W vs SOB-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Sunrisers Leeds: 1 Southern Brave: 3 No-result : 1 SUL-W vs SOB-W: Ground Pitch Report Headingley has a good batting venue. The bounce and pace from the wicket are good, and it allows the batters to play shots on the up. Fast bowlers will get good assistance with the new ball, and the wicket will get better in the latter stages. SUL-W vs SOB-W: Possible XIs Sunrisers Leeds Women: Bryony Smith, Jess Jonassen, Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk), Danielle Gibson (c), Deepti Sharma, Kate Cross, Sophia Turner, Cassidy McCarthy, Hannah Baker Southern Brave Women : Lizelle Lee (wk), Maia Bouchier, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues, Sophie Molineux (c), Jodi Grewcock, Naomi Dattani, Sarah Glenn, Issy Wong, Lauren Bell, Tilly Corteen-Coleman SUL-W vs SOB-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Phoebe Litchfield and Laura Wolvaardt are two consistent batters, who will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Sophie Molineux and Danielle Gibson produced match-winning spells in their opening games. Both captains will have a big role with the ball. Today Match Prediction: Southern Brave have good records against Sunrisers Leeds. They also have a better batting unit in comparison, and we predict them to beat Sunrisers Leeds. SUL-W vs SOB-W Match 5, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match SUL-W vs SOB-W, SUL-W vs SOB-W Prediction, SUL-W vs SOB-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SUL-W vs SOB Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

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Wales Cricket Board: Joe Root is expected to return as England's Test captain, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) close to naming him as Ben Stokes' successor following the latter's retirement from international cricket. Root, who captained England in the longest format before handing over the role to Stokes in 2022, is now set for a second stint in charge. His appointment would mark the end of the ECB's search for a new Test captain ahead of England's three-match home series against Pakistan, beginning next month. According to The Athletic, Root is likely to remain captain until next summer's Ashes series against Australia. The move would also allow current Test vice-captain Harry Brook to concentrate on leading England's white-ball teams instead of taking on responsibility across all three formats. Root briefly led England earlier this year during the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval after Stokes was unavailable. England lost that match by 253 runs and went on to concede the series 2-1, but the experienced batter is now expected to return as the full-time skipper. If appointed, Root's first full assignment will be England's away Test series against South Africa. He is also expected to lead the side in the one-off day-night Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, which will commemorate the 150th anniversary of Test cricket, following England's tour of Bangladesh. The ECB is also finalising its coaching plans after Brendon McCullum stepped down as the team's red-ball head coach. If appointed, Root's first full assignment will be England's away Test series against South Africa. He is also expected to lead the side in the one-off day-night Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, which will commemorate the 150th anniversary of Test cricket, following England's tour of Bangladesh. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Richard Dawson, the current head coach of Glamorgan, is also expected to be part of the coaching setup as an assistant while remaining under consideration for the permanent role. Article Source: IANS

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ZIM vs IND 2nd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs

ZIM vs IND 2ndT20I , Cricket Tips :Shreyas Iyer won his first game as T20I captain for India as Team India managed to dominate Zimbabwe in the first game of the three-match series in Harare. India hammered the hosts by seven wickets and earned a 1-0 lead. Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history and became the youngest batter to score a fifty. He scored an 18-ball fifty. Comeback man Mayank Yadav bowled at good speed and took 2/18. The second T20I will be held at Harare Sports Club on Saturday at 4:30 PM IST. Zimbabwe struggled against the Indian bowling unit and will be looking to bounce back. Meanwhile, Iyer will be aiming to win first T20I series as captain. ZIM vs IND: Match Details Date : July 25, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 4:30 PM IST Venue : Harare Sports Club, Harare ZIM vs IND: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the ZIM vs IND series, which will be available on Unite8 Sports and DD Sports, while the live stream will be available on the FanCode streaming platform. ZIM vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20I Total Matches : 15 India : 12 Zimbabwe : 04 No-result : 00 ZIM vs IND: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Harare is on the slower side. The ball sticks here more, and it becomes difficult to time the big shots. Additionally, the big square boundaries make it tough for the batters. However, batters need to spend some time on the crease to play a big knock. ZIM vs IND: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Ben Curran, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani India : Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Mayank Yadav ZIM vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi showed what he can do on his day. He will be the most dangerous Indian batter. For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett holds the key because of his ability to sustain the pressure and score at good pace. Probable Best Bowler Mayank Yadav can bowl at high pace and bowl some unplayable balls. He will be a tough bowler to face. Blessing Muzarabani is just too good for these pitches, and his height is a big advantage. Today Match Prediction: India have a solid batting unit and decent bowling attack. They have the momentum, and we predict them to win. ZIM vs IND Match 2nd T20I, Today Match ZIM vs IND, ZIM vs IND Prediction, ZIM vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Zimbabwe vs India Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

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Harare Sports Club: Indias stand-in bowling coach Sunil Joshi praised young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his explosive start to the T20I series against Zimbabwe, adding that he was glad to see the teenager do well in the opening game at the Harare Sports Club. Sooryavanshi's 18-ball fifty, laced with four boundaries and as many sixes, made him the youngest player to score a half-century in international cricket. His blitzkrieg reduced Indias chase of 126 to a mere formality as the reigning T20 World Cup champions reached home with 40 balls remaining and take a 1-0 lead. I think the first thing is, let's focus on his batting. He's been sensational and I'm glad that he has done well. This is a hunting ground for him. He performed well in the U19 World Cup finals here. He had a good performance yesterday as well, Joshi told reporters in the pre-match press conference, ahead of the second T20I on Saturday. He also revealed that some work will be put in on Sooryavanshis bowling skills at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Vaibhav has been very comfortable with his batting. Whenever we get time in his bowling, I'll work with him in the CoE. Whenever we will see him bowling well, we'll definitely and quickly focus on that. Addressing comparisons surrounding emerging seam-bowling all-rounder Suryansh Shedge, Joshi urged patience and persistence with young talents adapting to the demands of international T20 cricket. Look, we shouldn't compare. Suryansh is making his place in the Indian team. Hardik (Pandya) has made his place. Shivam (Dube) has also made his place. So, he's a rising talent. We have to persist with him. He's working on good things, and good areas. That's what we want in the T20 format. Addressing comparisons surrounding emerging seam-bowling all-rounder Suryansh Shedge, Joshi urged patience and persistence with young talents adapting to the demands of international T20 cricket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The coaches always want him to improve every time for the better and Harsh Dubey has also performed well. We also have Tilak Verma with us. In fact, he's also another optional bowler. We have conversations with him about not giving too many runs, giving more dot balls, and focusing on the basics. That's it, very simple and just keep it simple. Article Source: IANS