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Melbourne Renegades High Performance Manager: Melbourne Renegades have received a major boost ahead of the upcoming Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) season, as West Indies star all-rounder Deandra Dottin has confirmed her return to the club for another season. Dottin, regarded as one of the most powerful all-rounders in T20 cricket, will begin her third season with the Renegades after playing in all of the teams matches in WBBL 11. Her return follows the Renegades re-signing of West Indies all-rounder Hayley Matthews. The duo played a key role in Melbournes maiden WBBL title triumph in WBBL 10 and will now reunite in red for the upcoming season. Matthews missed WBBL 11 because of injury, while Dottin remained an important part of the Renegades campaign. Melbourne Renegades High Performance Manager Clint McKay welcomed Dottins return, saying the West Indies star would bring significant experience and match-winning ability to the squad. Deandra is one of the most impactful players in world cricket, and were thrilled to welcome her back to the Melbourne Renegades. She was a huge part of the WBBL 10 title success, and we know exactly what she can bring to our group both on and off the field. Her ability to influence games with both bat and ball is exceptional, McKay said. Dottins signing follows Cricket Australias changes to the overseas contracting system for WBBL 12. The overseas player draft has been scrapped, and the competition has returned to an open-market system that allows clubs to sign international players directly. Dottin said she was excited to return to Melbourne and to link up with Matthews again. Im looking forward to returning to the Renegades and especially playing with Hayley Matthews once again, Dottin said. Weve shared some special memories on the field together, and being back in Melbourne, where we won a title together, brings back plenty of great memories. Im excited for the season ahead, she added. Dottin made history as the first woman to score a T20I century and has established herself as a proven match-winner with bat and ball. Her return gives new Renegades coach Gavan Twining another experienced option as the team builds its squad for WBBL 12. Weve shared some special memories on the field together, and being back in Melbourne, where we won a title together, brings back plenty of great memories. Im excited for the season ahead, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Alice Capsey has moved to the Sydney Sixers, and Charis Bekker is also out of the squad. Sarah Coyte, Emma de Broughe, Sara Kennedy, Naomi Stalenberg and Tayla Vlaeminck remain uncontracted. Article Source: IANS
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Punjab T20 League: Abhishek Sharma's influence on the Amritsar Soormas extended beyond his performances during the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, as opener Sahaj Dhawan revealed that the India all-rounder encouraged the team to express themselves freely and attack the bowlers. Dhawans approach proved effective as Soormas defeated Ludhiana Lions by eight wickets at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Sunday to claim the league title. When you share the dressing room with a player like Abhishek Sharma, you obviously learn a lot. He helped create an atmosphere where everyone was encouraged to express themselves and play with an open mind. There were no second thoughts; the message was to go out and play our shots and take on the bowlers, he said. That mindset was particularly evident in the final, where Dhawan played his part in steering Amritsar through a chase after Ludhiana were restricted to a manageable total. With rain having affected conditions earlier in the day, Soormas decided to make the most of winning the toss and put themselves in a favourable position. The wicket was a little damp because it had rained earlier in the day. Winning the toss was a plus point for us, so our plan was to restrict them to a manageable total, he stated. Amritsars chase was not entirely without setbacks. Early dismissals of Naman and Jashan put the pressure back on the batting side, but Dhawan said the dressing-room instructions were clear: avoid panic, spend time at the crease and finish the job. When we went out to bat, my plan was to play with an open mind. I got a few boundaries early on, but then Naman and Jashan got out. The message from the dressing room was to stay till the end. They told us to take our time. We just had to complete the match, and thankfully, we did that and got the win, he added. Dhawans partnership with Naman Dhir also carries a history that predates their title-winning campaign. The two cricketers hail from Faridkot and have been playing together since their Under-14 days, a connection that has translated into a close relationship on and off the field. First of all, Naman is my brother. We started playing cricket together when we were in the Under-14 age group. He is from Faridkot and I am also from there, so our bonding is very good, Dhawan said. Dhawans partnership with Naman Dhir also carries a history that predates their title-winning campaign. The two cricketers hail from Faridkot and have been playing together since their Under-14 days, a connection that has translated into a close relationship on and off the field. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He is like my big brother. Even during matches, he would tell me if I was doing something wrong, like asking why I was playing a certain shot from outside. We have been playing together for a long time, so that relationship makes our bonding special, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Sanju Samson on selection: I am not a robot, but cant sulk
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Khawaja Re-signs With Brisbane Heat For BBL 16
Big Bash League: Former Australia batter Usman Khawaja has re-signed with Brisbane Heat for Big Bash League (BBL 16), marking his fifth season with the club. The 39-year-old retired from international cricket following the Sydney Ashes Test in January, before he confirmed his first-class career was over when Queensland's Sheffield Shield campaign ended in March. However, the left-hander has agreed to another season in the BBL where he will be available for all games. But whether he'll remain captain is still to be determined, as under new head coach James Hopes, the Heat are yet to confirm their captain for the upcoming season. Khawaja said he was keen at the prospect of playing the entire competition for the Heat, having notched up eight matches in 2022 when the club produced a late-season winning streak that took them to a final. Its going to be a bit strange, but very exciting as well, to be at the Gabba for the first game of our season on 15 December, he said. In the past it has been a few games here or there, depending on the Australian teams commitments, which has been enjoyable. But the prospect of a full competition is even better. Khawaja, who has been part of BBL championship squads with the Sydney Thunder in 2015-16 and the Heat in 2023-24, has played 124 T20 games in his career, featuring three centuries and 18 half centuries. Its going to be a bit strange, but very exciting as well, to be at the Gabba for the first game of our season on 15 December, he said. In the past it has been a few games here or there, depending on the Australian teams commitments, which has been enjoyable. But the prospect of a full competition is even better. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brisbane Heat coach James Hopes welcomed the return of Khawaja for BBL 16. Having someone with Uzzies class, composure and experience in our group is only going to make us better. His individual skills and reading of the game mean his contributions are always valuable, Hopes said. Article Source: IANS
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With Series Sealed, India Eye Testing Bench Strength In Dead Rubber Against Afghanistan (Preview)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: With the series already in the bag and the Asian Games in Japan around the corner, India will look to hand opportunities to their fringe players when they take on Afghanistan in the third and final T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Thursday. The narrative in both games won by India has striking similarities - Shreyas Iyer's side have registered clinical seven-wicket wins, which in turn has extended their winning streak in the shortest format to five games. If Sunday saw them chase down 157 in 13.4 overs, Tuesday witnessed them complete the pursuit of 160 in 14.5 overs. Moreover, the result of both contests became a foregone conclusion in the powerplay itself. Afghanistan's scores in the first six overs of both games read as 41/4 and 41/1, while India's tally in the same phase read as 82/1 and 82/0. Everything after that was rendered purely academic and of statistical interest. Thursday's dead rubber leaves India with one thing worth finding out and that is what the unused players can do when drafted in the playing eleven. Teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, emerging as a huge fan favourite since his breakout time in IPL 2025 and Player of the Series winner in the 3-0 triumph in Zimbabwe, could get a look-in. A similar case can also be made for Washington Sundar and Yash Thakur to get a game before flying to Japan for a historic one-off T20I game and the Asian Games gold medal defence. With Varun Chakaravarthy breaking down again due to a side strain, Ravi Bishnoi gave a good account of himself. Nitish Kumar Reddy, who looked off-colour on return to action on Sunday, bounced back via picking 3-24 on Tuesday, also his best figures in international cricket across formats. There is also the Jasprit Bumrah question, which is more delicate. Returning from a left knee injury, Bumrah has picked 1-26 and 1-25, including opening Tuesday's game with a maiden over. Whether India chooses to rest their national fast-bowling treasure to keep him fresh for the trip to Japan remains to be seen. Among those who have played in the series, Abhishek Sharma has been the most emphatic batter. After a quiet tour of Zimbabwe, where he made only 11 runs, the swashbuckling left-hander brought up his fifty in the series opener inside 25 balls. According to CricViz, he leads the series run-making charts with 121 runs at an average of 60.50 and a strike rate of 237.25, with nine fours and 11 sixes. It also recorded him striking at 235 against Rashid Khan in the first game, before looting 37 runs collectively against him, Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman in the subsequent clash. Sanju Samson's 57 off 22 balls on Tuesday, his highest score since becoming Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup triumph, was another huge bright point for India. A run of 43 runs in five games meant Samson lost his place to Sooryavanshi since the Manchester T20I in July. But Samson striking 11 boundaries in the second game after overcoming a slow start means more fireworks are in store from his willow on Thursday. Meanwhile, Afghanistan arrive with the same questions they had no answers to in the first game and which resurfaced again in the second match. On a small ground with short square boundaries, truer bounce and ball coming on nicely, 159 was never going to be enough to challenge a big-hitting Indian batting line-up. But India's bowling was just too hot to handle for their batters. Every attempt to accelerate cost them a wicket, and by the time Rashid Khan arrived to swing the bat in the closing overs, after Azmatullah Omarzai applied finishing touches in the first game, Afghanistan again ended with a below-par score. Some of the bowling strategies were also confusing - new-ball bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi was not introduced until the 13th over on Tuesday. Neither Rashid nor Noor Ahmad bowled in the powerplay, which allowed Abhishek and Samson to attack Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mohammad Nabi and Omarzai with relative ease. Billed as the Friendship Cup, it has been generous to Afghanistan, but only in name. The 'hosts' still have 40 more overs to change how this is remembered and avoid a 3-0 series loss. India, the designated visitors, have looked entirely at home and can use Thursday's clash to give their three unused players essential game time. When: Thursday, September 17, 7:30 PM IST Where: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD channels on TV. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD channels on TV. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Noor Rahman (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq. Article Source: IANS
Samson blasts 57 off 22 to hit 2,000-run milestone
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has surpassed 2,000 international runs, achieving the milestone with an explosive 57 off 22 balls against Afghanistan at Arun Jaitley Stadium. This performance marks a significant return to form for Samson, who has also had a stellar year in T20Is, including a 'Player of the Tournament' award in the T20 World Cup.
Indias Remarkable Asian Games Cricket Story: Two Misses, Two Gold Medals
Crickets entry into the Asian Games was supposed to be a landmark moment for the sport in the continent. The story began in May 2009, when the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) approved cricket as an Asian Games sport. It was to make its debut at Guangzhou in 2010, with Twenty20 chosen as the format for both men and women. The OCA was particularly keen on the participation of India and Pakistan, believing their presence would give the new competition credibility and help promote cricket in countries where it was still relatively unfamiliar. But India did not turn up. Why India missed Guangzhou 2010 The BCCI said its mens and womens teams were unavailable because India were scheduled to host New Zealand for a full Test and ODI series in November 2010 and decided it could not spare its leading players for the Asian Games. There was an attempt to find a compromise by sending a second-string Indian team, but amid differences between the BCCI and the Indian Olympic Association over the composition of the squad, this also did not happen. Indias absence was a major disappointment, as cricket had been introduced into the Games with the expectation that the continents leading cricket nations would support the event. The disappointment was particularly sharp in Guangzhou, where a 6,532-seat international cricket stadium was constructed specifically for the Games to showcase a sport largely unfamiliar to the Chinese public. The absence of Indian cricketers deprived the event of some of its biggest potential stars. Indias absence also became part of a wider debate about crickets place in multi-sport events. The OCA wanted the Asian Games to help spread the game beyond its traditional strongholds. India says no again in 2014 Four years later, the same story was repeated at the Incheon Asian Games. This time, the principal problem was the Champions League Twenty20, held in India from September 13 to October 4, overlapping almost exactly with the Asian Games from September 19 to October 4. Four IPL teams were involved in the Champions League, meaning many of Indias leading players were committed to their franchises. The BCCI argued that the cricket calendar was already too congested to accommodate another assignment. But the decision was particularly controversial because India did not send its womens team either, although they had no comparable international fixture clash. India was again the only Asian Test-playing nation not to participate in either the mens or womens competition. The decision drew an unusually strong response from OCA president Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah. He accused India of putting commercial interests ahead of the wider development of cricket and said its repeated absence was damaging the sports expansion. Indias absence also stood out because other cricket boards were willing to participate despite their own scheduling problems. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh entered both competitions, while Pakistan sent its womens team. The change came in Hangzhou The breakthrough finally came at the 2022 Asian Games, held in Hangzhou in 2023 after the Games were postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the first time, India entered both the mens and womens cricket competitions. The senior Indian mens team was simultaneously involved in the ODI World Cup being played at home. India therefore sent a second-string but highly talented squad to Hangzhou, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad. The womens team entered the competition with a strong squad led by Harmanpreet Kaur. Indias long-awaited debut could hardly have been more successful. The women claimed Indias first cricket gold at the Asian Games, and the men followed with gold of their own. After refusing to participate in the first two editions, India walked away from its first Asian Games cricket appearance with two gold medals. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The transformation was striking. In 2010 and 2014, it prompted accusations that the country was putting business ahead of the sports wider interests. By 2023, India became its dominant cricketing force and now returns to the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games not as a reluctant participant, but as the defending champion in both mens and womens cricket.
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'We Didnt Set A Defendable Total': Pybus Admits Afghanistans Batting Cost Them Against India
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus admitted his sides batting failure proved costly in their seven-wicket defeat to India in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, conceding that 159 was well short of what was required on a surface where the par score was around 200. Par on that wicket would be about 200. That would have given us something realistic to bowl at. I thought we actually bowled beautifully. I thought Nabi bowled really well for the first couple, and then Noor bowled nicely. I really think we didnt set a total really which was going to be defendable. Its a really beautiful wicket. So yeah, the latter, Pybus told the media in the post-match press conference. Afghanistan had again struggled to make an impact in the powerplay, managing only 40 runs in the first six overs. While Ibrahim Zadran provided some stability, the visitors could not generate the acceleration needed to put India under pressure. Pybus felt the bowlers were subsequently left with too little margin for error, particularly after India raced to around 80 in their own powerplay. They (India) were already about 80 in 6 overs. So yeah, we didnt bowl as well in the powerplay as we would have liked. We let them get away from us, a lack of pressure. As I said, I thought Nabi bowled two really good overs, but not posting enough runs. The skipper went in for Nabi for a third over, and by then we got set up. So yeah, it comes back to the batting, he said. The Afghanistan coach also acknowledged that the toss was significant on the batting-friendly surface, although he stressed that his team needed to perform regardless of which side won it. I do think the toss is important. Anybody would like to chase on that wicket, but again, weve got to be good enough on both sides of the toss. So I thought our attitude and our focus was pretty good. But again, were short in terms of execution, he stated. Rashid Khans bowling came under scrutiny after he was introduced later in the innings, but Pybus did not believe the Afghanistan captain should necessarily have bowled earlier. The coach was instead pleased with Rashids contribution as an all-rounder, particularly after he made an important contribution with the bat. Im sure hed love to hear it. Yeah, look, Rashids playing as an all-rounder. Weve got three all-rounders there with us. So he batted absolutely beautifully today, in a great way. Pybus said Afghanistans lack of experience against top sides was also part of the learning process for the team. It is about consistency with the side. Weve got some players here who do not have experience in India. Ive got absolutely no doubt that coming here and playing in front of the stadium, for a couple of the younger players who are inexperienced, this is a big event for them. So its them learning to manage that. Thats the mental side of the game. And that comes with experience. The boys dont get many opportunities to play against the top sides in the world. So its part of our learning curve. And we can see it in the gap between where we are and where India are. Were playing the most elite white-ball cricketers in the world. And I could say its an education. It is an education for some of these guys, he explained. On Rashids batting position, Pybus suggested that promotion could come through continued development and performance rather than simply changing the order. So I would relate to Rash that you are looking for a promotion. But part of the development of all the players, even though Rash is a mature player, is actually doing the work to see if you can actually move up and put pressure on other guys. So he was outstanding today. The top order remains another area of concern for Afghanistan. Pybus backed Ibrahim but admitted he wanted more from the teams most explosive batters, particularly Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Yeah, Ive loved them to come out and fire. I thought Ibrahim was good today. It would be nice to go deeper, put his foot down, and really get the strike rate accelerating. We havent fired. Gurbaz is usually our most explosive player in the top order. I know hes really disappointed. He loves the big occasions. Hes got to turn up again. Im sure hell have something special for us in the third game. Pybus said Afghanistans broader challenge was to turn promising international players into consistent performers at the highest level. But again, its part of the development of the side. Its one thing being a good player in international cricket. Its another thing being the best players in international cricket. Thats going to be part of the journey of the development of the side. The powerplay batting numbers underline the issue. Afghanistan had also lost four wickets in the powerplay in the first T20I and managed only 41 runs in that phase. I do think, well look, I mean, our conversation is to, if were going to improve as a T20 side, we have to be able to, our strike rates got to improve. Our dot ball percentage is too high and our strike rates got to improve. Pybus pointed to Indias familiarity with such batting surfaces, built through regular exposure to the IPL, as a major difference between the two sides. And India fires; their par is 10 runs in an over. They play on these wickets throughout the IPL; they know how to play on these wickets, and their game is developed on them. For Afghanistan, he said the lack of similarly high-quality batting surfaces at home creates another developmental challenge. For us, it is, we dont have these quality wickets back in Afghanistan, so that wont be part of the development back in domestic cricket. He added that Afghanistan needed to develop greater power in the opening six overs while recognising the enormous depth available to India. But weve got to develop the players so that our strike power in the power play is, we need to be able to get up there and we need to be able to hold it. And again, what India have got is theyve got unbelievable depth in competition for spots. And so Afghanistan has got some really good talent coming through, but we dont have a talent pool anywhere remotely as deep as Indias. Pybus revealed that Afghanistans average powerplay score is around 45 and said improving that figure would be a key focus over the coming months. So its about us working with the players. Youll find that the average power for Afghanistans power play is about 45. So, weve seen that in the last few days. So that is stuff that weve really got to seriously work on over the next 3, 6, 9, 12 months. He also praised Indias ability to maximise the conditions, describing the surfaces as among the best batting wickets in the world. Well, look, the thing is, youre playing on the best batting wickets in the world here. Its like a sheet of glass. These players, theyve learnt how to set their game up where you can hit, as we saw today, you can hit the seamers and the spinners off the top of the length. And theyre unbelievable at it. Youll find the best T20 wickets in the world here. Despite Afghanistan hosting the series, Pybus said the focus should remain on producing quality wickets rather than preparing surfaces specifically to suit the team. Look, we want good cricket wickets. Its as simple as that. This is T20 cricket. Were not trying to make a track spicy for a test match. Weve got to be good enough. He suggested Afghanistan could look at appointing an international curator to ensure greater consistency in domestic conditions, arguing that better pitches would ultimately aid player development. Look, we want good cricket wickets. Its as simple as that. This is T20 cricket. Were not trying to make a track spicy for a test match. Weve got to be good enough. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories But I do think being able to make sure that the stadiums have got very specific wickets for our white-ball cricket. We need quality of wickets to develop quality of practice. Article Source: IANS
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If I Fail, Ill Face A Lot Of Outside Noise Again: Sanju Samson
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Sanju Samson acknowledged the weight of expectations that comes with playing for India, admitting that the prospect of another failure can bring a fresh wave of scrutiny, but said he has learned to accept that pressure and continue playing with the same attacking intent. The India wicketkeeper-batter made the admission after smashing 57 off 22 balls in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, helping India seal the three-match series with a 2-0 lead. Samson said failures can be particularly difficult for an Indian cricketer to handle. Yet, he believes experience has taught him to focus on his game rather than the reaction around it. Being an Indian cricketer, its not easy to face failures, but thats where my experience comes in. I think I try to shut out the noise and try to be confident and try to come out and still keep scoring at a high strike rateeven taking the chances, even taking the knowing that if I fail again, Ill be facing a lot of noise again. But I think thats the way we are built here in Indian cricket, and I just go out there and try to score maximum and contribute, Samson told reporters at the post-match press conference. The 31-year-old batter said that approach inevitably comes with a degree of risk. To be very honest, I think its the nature of the format. I think the nature of the way we have been playing from last two-three years. So, we are actually the world champions now and we have a format, an approach which has been very successful. So, we are just following it as we were following it last two-three years. So, just watching the ball and just trying to get maximum out in the powerplay. Sometimes it works out well, sometimes it doesnt work out well, he added. For Samson, the answer to maintaining consistency is not trying to control the outcome but remaining disciplined in his preparation. I think consistency in my process, preparation, consistency in how Im practicing, how Im putting my hard yards in. Thats where I try to focus on. You cant control the consistency in the result in this format. He explained why Indias high-intent approach makes result-based consistency an unrealistic expectation. You cant say Okay, let me be consistent in the outcome. So, as you know, that we have to strike at 200 strike rate and you just have to hit six or four off every ball. I think then you cant think about consistency or you cant think about scoring your own runs. I think consistency has to be in the frame of mind which youre looking at, and then whatever happens, happens. I think thats what a fearless mindset is called. Samson also opened up on the competition for places in Indias top three, insisting that the players involved do not view one another through the same lens as outsiders. They are competitors for the outside world, but we are a team and we are playing for a country and we want to win the game first, and then it comes down to other individuals. He said maintaining that attitude is essential in a squad where several players are performing and opportunities are limited. So, we try to be as positive as possible and then whoever is playing, we want them to do well. And we just have to be ready for our own opportunity. We cant sulk or we cant be in a negative frame of mind ki, No, yaarr, mujhe nahi mila, usko kyu diya? So, those kind of mindset dont work here. The wicketkeeper-batter also credited Indias leadership group for maintaining communication with players when difficult selection calls have to be made. Reflecting on his own omission, he said he understood why the team management backed another in-form youngster. Taking hard decisions is not easy. Taking very popular decisions is the easiest thing, but as a leadership group, we have been taking some really tough calls keeping the team first. So, thats where credit goes to our teams leadership group. For Samson, however, dealing with outside noise does not mean being immune to it. He admitted that criticism can hurt before explaining how he brings himself back to what matters. I try to turn off my Wi-Fi! But sometimes the Wi-Fi gets turned on and I end up seeing comments, or some senior player says something. Initially, it does feel bad; Im not a machine or a robot to say No, it doesnt affect me. It definitely affects you, and you get a bit impacted, but then you talk to yourself and remind yourself who you are and what you need to do. Ultimately, Samson said the ability to block out that pressure is what allows him to play the fearless brand of cricket India expects. Outside noise does affect cricketers in India, but you need to be very clear about your mindset, how you need to prepare, and with what mindset you need to play. If I focused on those things, I wouldnt be able to bat this way. Before hitting a shot, Id think ten times, Man, if I get out, itll become a Wi-Fi problem again! So I thought, its fine. Outside noise does affect cricketers in India, but you need to be very clear about your mindset, how you need to prepare, and with what mindset you need to play. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So whatever pressure you are under, you realize what type of player you are, and you just go out there to express yourself keeping the team first. Article Source: IANS
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Shriya Gupta and Vishal Thapar have become the first sabre fencers from Jammu and Kashmir to be selected for the Asian Games, while J&K Police officer Dushyant Sharma has been appointed as a Prevention of Manipulation of Competitions Officer for the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Games.
Amsterdam Flames Smash ETPL Record with 214/5, Beat Dublin Guardians by 59 Runs
Amsterdam Flames produced their highest-scoring performance of the ETPL, posting a record 214 for five before defeating Dublin Guardians by 59 runs at Malahide. The Guardians won the toss and elected to bowl, the Flames immediately set the tone with an aggressive approach that kept Dublin's bowlers under pressure throughout the innings. Amsterdam's total of 214 for five is now the highest team score recorded in the ETPL. Curtis Campher was at the centre of the performance, producing a superb 66 to anchor Amsterdam's innings while continuing to attack throughout his stay at the crease. His contribution provided the foundation for the Flames to build towards a total beyond 200. Campher was well supported by Bas de Leede and his score of 49, who played an important role in keeping the innings moving through the middle overs. With Amsterdam's top and middle order continuing to find scoring opportunities, the Flames never allowed the momentum to dip. The acceleration continued into the closing stages, with Tim David providing the finishing power by scoring an unbeaten 48 of 21 as Amsterdam surged beyond 200 before closing on 214 for five. The collective effort from the batting line-up ensured that Campher's innings was complemented by contributions around him rather than leaving the responsibility on one batter. Dublin therefore faced a daunting target of 215. The Guardians' chase began with the pressure of the required rate already firmly against them, and Amsterdam's bowlers capitalised by preventing Dublin from establishing the partnerships needed to stay in contention. Campher completed his outstanding all-round performance with the ball, claiming three wickets for 33 runs. His three-wicket haul came at important stages of the innings and helped ensure that Dublin could not build the sustained momentum required in a chase of this magnitude. The Amsterdam attack continued to chip away at the Dublin batting order, with wickets regularly by Campher, David Payne and Michael Bracewell, each of them taking 3 wickets and interrupting the Guardians' attempts to accelerate. Although Dublin found useful contributions from their middle and lower order, the required rate continued to climb. The Guardians eventually finished on 155 for nine after 20 overs, 59 runs short of the target. With contributions coming from Harry Tectors 25 off 18 balls, Daryl Mitchell scoring 33 and Noah Croes and Vijay Shankar accelerating and scoring 30 and 32 respectively. For Amsterdam, the victory was built on contributions throughout the side. Campher's 66 provided the innings with its central platform, while De Leede and the rest of the batting order ensured the scoring rate remained high before David and the middle order supplied the late acceleration. With the ball, three wickets by their three bowlers were complemented by a disciplined effort from the rest of the Flames attack, which consistently denied Dublin the partnerships they needed. The result gives Amsterdam a record-breaking total and a comprehensive 59-run victory, with the Flames becoming the first team in the ETPL to cross the 210-run mark. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The victory also moves Amsterdam Flames back into second place in the standings, strengthening their position in the race for the top spots as the league stage approaches its decisive phase.
Indias pact with an unusual amalgam
Bumrah is too special to be lost forever if he is rushed back in when still not 100% ready. Some might view this as extreme, perceiving that he is the recipient of special treatment, but should we really be quibbling?
Matt Renshaw's Maiden Century Sets Up Australia Win In 1st ODI Against Zimbabwe
Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century as world champions Australia beat Zimbabwe by 59 runs in Harare on Tuesday in the first of three matches.
Ton-Up Brook Leads From The Front As England Beat Sri Lanka By 119 Runs In 1st T20
England captain Harry Brook hailed a near-perfect performance after his blistering unbeaten century paved the way for a 119-run thrashing of Sri Lanka in the first Twenty20 international at Southampton on Tuesday. Brook's 114 not out and a typically dashing 80 from former captain Jos Buttler powered England, to a commanding total of 254-4 after they shared a stand of 128 in just 60 balls. This was the 27-year-old Brook's first hundred in 18 international innings in all formats - since the World Cup win against Pakistan in February - and England's joint second-fastest in T20s. Faced with a huge chase, Sri Lanka were never in the hunt, the tourists dismissed for 135, with Sonny Baker, on his Hampshire home ground, taking a miserly 3-12 -- the fast bowler's first wickets in white-ball internationals -- in his maximum four overs. Victory put England, second in the T20 world rankings, 1-0 up in a three-match series. An exceptional performance and I am proud of how the boys went about every aspect of the game tonight, said Brook, who just days earlier was a member of the England Test side that completed a 3-0 whitewash of Pakistan. It is not the ideal schedule but we managed to mentally prepare for this game and this series, said Brook, adding: I thought the performance tonight was near-perfect. - 'Tough day' - Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka, who won the toss and fielded, made no attempt to hide from a tough day out here for us. Credit to Harry Brook and Jos Buttler for their exceptional innings, he said. At the same time, I don't think we pulled off our plans and execution. England's second-wicket pair again ran riot at the Rose Bowl after their mammoth partnership of 233 in a 56-run T20 win over India in July, when Buttler made 131 and Brook was 95 not out. On Tuesday, it was Brook who posted a century, his second in T20 internationals coming off just 42 balls, including eight fours and six sixes. This match was England's first since former captain Kevin Pietersen, an outstanding batsman in his own right, joined a white-ball coaching set-up still led by sacked Test boss Brendon McCullum as a special mentor. And Pietersen would have admired the way Brook smashed six boundaries off left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage in a fifth over costing 30 runs as Sri Lanka's attack wilted under England's assault. Sri Lanka lost dangerman Pathum Nissanka early in their chase when he tried to launch off-spinner Will Jacks over mid-on only to be caught by the towering Jamie Overton. Baker, effectively replacing the rested Jofra Archer, then clean bowled Kamil Mishara before having Lahiru Udara was caught off a scoop to leave Sri Lanka struggling at 32-3. Sonny has been bowling extremely well and he deserved his opportunity tonight, said Brook. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The series moves on to Cardiff on Thursday before finishing at Old Trafford on Saturday, with England and Sri Lanka then involved in a three-match one-day international campaign.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia's Big Update On Asia Cup Trophies Amid Mohsin Naqvi Drama
Two Asia Cup triumphs in two years, and yet India are still to get their hands on winner's trophies
Mohammad Rizwan Demands Explanation, PCB Yet To Return Mobile Amid Cyber Crime Investigation: Report
Senior Pakistan batter Mohammed Rizwan has sought clarification over why he was summoned by the country's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), amid the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) investigation over possible corruption during the recent tour of England.
Sanju Samson Ends Silence On Competition With Vaibhav Sooryavanshi With Mic-Drop Statement
Sanju Samson answered the million-dollar question as he shed light on the competition within the team, with fellow openers Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Confirmed To Play 3rd T20I vs Afghanistan? Shreyas Iyer Drops Massive Hint
The Indian skipper said his side would look to try different combinations in the final T20I, which means players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could get a go.
PIX: Brook scores 114 off 49 balls as England crush SL
England secured a commanding 119-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20 international. Harry Brook's unbeaten 114 off 42 balls, supported by Jos Buttler's 80, propelled England to a massive total of 254-4. Sri Lanka struggled in their chase, being bowled out for 135, with Sonny Baker taking 3 wickets. This win gives England a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Brook, Buttler, Baker star as Sri Lanka slump to 119-run rout
Captain and former captain combine to post 254 for 4, before fast bowler leads the line with three wickets
Ajit Agarkar Set For Final Meeting As Chief Selector Amid BCCI silence
Ajit Agarkar's tenure as India's chief selector is reportedly nearing its end, with Wednesday's meeting to pick squads for the West Indies series potentially being his last, amidst a communication breakdown with the BCCI.
Stability at the top: On the tennis and the U.S. Open
Both mens and womens tennis now wear a settled look
Zak Crawley resists as wickets tumble
Promotion hopefuls Kent skittle Lancashire for 161 then lurch to 151 for 7
BCCI's Latest Update On Varun Chakaravarthy's Injury That Ruled Him Out Of Afghanistan T20Is
Star spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the T20I series against Afghanistan
'I feel a little bad. I am not a machine': Samson
India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson admits that external criticism affects him, but he has developed the maturity and experience to manage it, while also supporting the team's leadership for making difficult selection decisions in the best interest of the squad.
Seventh-wicket pair Wayne Madsen and Ben Aitchison put on 197 after Northamptonshire's bowlers engineer collapse
'The Boom Effect': Book Tells Story Behind Making Of India's Ace Pacer Jasprit Bumrah
He has transformed the yorker into an art form, consistently leaving even the world's finest batters struggling to find answers. Now, the remarkable journey of India's speedster Jasprit Bumrah is set to be chronicled in a new book, The Boom Effect, which will hit the stands next month.
Shreyas Iyer revels in 'rollercoaster' start as India's T20 captain
Shreyas Iyer, India's T20I captain, described his initial stint as skipper as a 'tough pill to swallow' after suffering away series defeats, but emphasised the importance of maintaining 'equilibrium' following a dominant 2-0 series win over Afghanistan.
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran admitted his side failed to address the batting issues that hurt them in the opening T20I against India, with another Power-play collapse leaving the visitors unable to set a challenging target in the second game of the series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. Afghanistan again struggled to establish momentum at the top of the innings, allowing Indias bowlers to dictate terms during the first six overs. Zadran said the team had discussed the need for a more aggressive approach after the first match but was unable to translate those plans into action. Well, yeah, definitely we struggled again. We didnt get what we wanted, but as a group, we thought about it: how to improve, how to have that approach in international cricket, to carry on, especially against the top teams. Yes, we didnt play well in the powerplay, I would say. So we didnt get the momentum there. They put pressure on us there. Im giving credit to the bowlers; we will think about it to improve in that area, and then Im sure we will fight against the biggest team in international cricket, Zadran said after the game. The Afghanistan skipper revealed that the dressing-room focus after the first game had been on taking their totals beyond the 150-160 range and towards the 200 mark. However, the visitors once again struggled to produce the attacking intent required in the opening phase. We thought about how to improve that 150-160 to 200 plus. So we need to bring that intent to the team. If youre going to get on 60 (in the powerplay) with the right intent, no problem. But we should go with the right intent to score, 200 plus. But yes, we didnt apply that. Afghanistans lack of recent T20I cricket has also made the challenge more difficult. Zadran pointed out that Tuesdays fixture was only their second T20I of the year, leaving the team with limited opportunities to build rhythm and sharpen their approach against elite opposition. Im pretty sure we will improve that area if you want to beat the biggest team on the international stage. But I would say this is the second game we have had this year. We didnt get a lot of games. So with that time, as I mentioned earlier, we will think about it. Afghanistans lack of recent T20I cricket has also made the challenge more difficult. Zadran pointed out that Tuesdays fixture was only their second T20I of the year, leaving the team with limited opportunities to build rhythm and sharpen their approach against elite opposition. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With India now holding a 2-0 lead in the three-match series, Afghanistan will have one final opportunity in the third T20I to produce the response their captain is seeking. Article Source: IANS
Ball dominates bat as Somerset keep chasing title
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Star India batter Sanju Samson stole the show in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The keeper-batter was out of the Zimbabwe tour after a poor run of...
New Delhi: India captain Shreyas Iyer has indicated that the team could make changes for the third T20I against Afghanistan and hand opportunities to players who have been waiting on the sidelines, after India wrapped up the three-match series with a seven-wicket victory in New Delhi on Tuesday. With the series already secured, Iyer said the final game could be used to give the wider squad valuable exposure to the conditions while also allowing the team management to experiment with its combination. We want all of them to get used to the wicket and the conditions and also get some practice. So it would be a nice game to give opportunities to the players, especially those who have been sitting out, and also change a little bit in the combination as well, Iyer said after the game. The comments open the door for India to rotate their playing XI in the series finale, particularly with several players having had limited opportunities during the opening two matches. The move would allow the team to assess its bench strength while ensuring more members of the squad gain match practice. Iyer was also pleased with the manner in which India responded after winning the opening T20I. The captain said the side had demanded a more complete performance in the second game and felt it delivered on that objective. Yes, certainly. I think looking at the last match performance and coming into this one, we were demanding a comprehensive win, and today was the right example of it, he added. For Iyer, the series has also represented a chance to settle into the leadership role after what he described as a difficult beginning. Rather than dwelling on setbacks, he stressed the importance of remaining balanced and embracing whatever comes his way. Yes, certainly. It was a tough pill to swallow at the start, but the journey is always going to be a roller coaster. You need to be in equilibrium as much as possible and see to it that you enjoy the moment and not think much about what has happened in the past. For Iyer, the series has also represented a chance to settle into the leadership role after what he described as a difficult beginning. Rather than dwelling on setbacks, he stressed the importance of remaining balanced and embracing whatever comes his way. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Indias series-clinching win now gives the team the freedom to look beyond the immediate result in the third T20I. With Iyer suggesting that opportunities could be handed to those waiting for their chance, the final match could provide a glimpse of Indias wider plans and combinations going forward. Article Source: IANS
Sanju Samson Silences Critics, Carries India To Dominant Victory Over Afghanistan In 2nd T20I
Amid pressure over his spot in the team, Sanju Samson smashed a sensational 22-ball 57 to take India to victory in the second T20I against Afghanistan on Tuesday.
Shreyas Iyer opens up after India register stellar victory against Afghanistan in second T20I
The Indian team put forth a brilliant performance in the second T20I of the ongoing series against Afghanistan. Taking on the side at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on September 15, the Men in...
Brown stands tall for Hampshire as Holland six-for lifts Leicestershire
Kyle Abbott takes four to maintain faint hopes of survival for bottom-placed visitors
Laura Wolvaardt Equals Smriti Mandhana's Huge World Record In Women's Cricket
South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt has put herself alongside Smriti Mandhana at the summit of the century chart of women's international cricket.
Middlesex tailenders frustrate Gloucestershire
Toby Roland-Jones chisels 44 not out from 98 balls, stages stubborn ninth-wicket partnership of 74 with Sebastian Morgan
Sri Lanka bowl first, Donald debuts for England
Tourists include Dunith Wellalage in a three-spinner attack, with Dasun Shanaka back as the allrounder
Mayank Agarwal 177 leads commanding Durham display
No let up from Division Two champions as they amass 437 for 7 on day one against Worcestershire
Samson, Abhishek and Reddy power India to series win
Samson scored 57, and Abhishek hit 39 to set up the win in just 14.5 overs after Reddy's three wickets
Maiden Matt Renshaw ODI Century Sets Up Australia Win In Zimbabwe
Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century as world champions Australia beat Zimbabwe by 59 runs in Harare on Tuesday in the first of three matches. Quick Nathan Ellis also starred for the visitors, taking a career-best 5-31, including top Zimbabwe scorer Craig Ervine (59) and opener Brian Bennett (25). Australia won the toss and posted 294-8 as they began a nine-match ODI and Test tour of southern Africa. Zimbabwe were all out for 235 in reply with 4.5 overs remaining. Entering with the visitors 107-4, Renshaw, whose one international century came in the Sydney Test against Pakistan in January 2017, stamped his authority with a 109-run mix of big hitting and slick running. Apart from three sixes and seven fours, Middlesbrough-born Renshaw also hit 49 singles and seven twos. Batting at No.6 in his 10th ODI, Renshaw surpassed his previous best 61 to set up Australia for a predictable victory. They are ranked fourth, seven places above Zimbabwe. His 94-ball innings ended when he skied a delivery from seamer Newman Nyamhuri to midwicket, where Wessly Madhevere made the catch. Renshaw was involved in the most profitable Australian stands, putting on 72 with Alex Carey (27) and 75 with 19-year-old Oliver Peake (30). I just tried to rebuild the innings. We lost a few wickets (after) the boys started really well, player-of-the-match award winner Renshaw told reporters. I did not feel under any scoring pressure. It was really nice. Pitch was nice. Ten years between international hundreds was not something I was expecting. Cooper Connolly, whose innings began after the dismissal of opener Travis Head (4), secured his second ODI half century. His 51 included three sixes and four fours. He was out when he failed to read the turn from a good length ball from Zimbabwe captain and all-rounder Sikandar Raza which uprooted his off stump. Twenty-year-old Nyamhuri was the outstanding Zimbabwe bowler, producing a career-best 5-62 in nine overs. After Zimbabwe slumped to 62-4, Craig Ervine (59) and Raza (57) added 98 runs for the fifth wicket. Ellis sent Ervine packing by knocking over his off stump and a Spencer Johnson yorker ended the Raza innings. After the Zimbabwe series concludes on Sunday, Australia travel to South Africa, where they will play three ODIs from September 24, then three Tests. Brief scores Australia 294-8 in 50 overs (M. Renshaw 109, C. Connolly 51; N. Nyamhuri 5-62) v Zimbabwe 235 in 45.1 overs (C. Ervine 59, S. Raza 57; N. Ellis 5-31) Result: Australia won by 59 runs Toss: Australia Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Series: Australia lead 1-0 before matches on Friday and Sunday
Bamber stars with six but Essex battle back on 19-wicket day
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2nd T20I: Samson, Abhishek Power-dominant Chase As India Beat Afghanistan By 7 Wickets
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India produced another emphatic chase at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, defeating Afghanistan by seven wickets in the second T20I on Tuesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing 160 after Afghanistan posted 159/8, India needed only 14.5 overs to cross the line, riding an explosive opening stand between Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma before Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma completed the job. Samson provided the defining contribution at the top, smashing a 22-ball 57 in an innings that combined seven fours and four sixes. After a quiet opening couple of overs, the right-hander rapidly shifted gears, finding the boundary repeatedly against Afghanistans spinners. Abhishek was equally aggressive, reaching 39 from 19 deliveries with two fours and four sixes. The pair raced to a 50-run partnership in only 28 balls and took India to 82 without loss at the end of the powerplay the same score India had managed in the first six overs of the opening T20I. Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan was brought into the attack in the seventh over and immediately provided some relief. He ended the 93-run opening partnership by dismissing Abhishek, who miscued an attempted big hit to Sediqullah Atal at mid-wicket. Rashid struck again, four balls later, ending Samsons blistering stay when the opener lofted a delivery towards long-off, where Mohammad Nabi completed the catch. Despite losing both openers, India were already 99/2 after seven overs and firmly in control. Shreyas Iyer joined Ishan Kishan, who had continued the momentum with a six off Noor Ahmad. Iyer briefly threatened to accelerate, hitting Rashid for a six over extra cover, but the Afghanistan skipper claimed his third wicket soon after when Iyer edged a faster delivery to Ibrahim Zadran at slip. That was effectively Afghanistans final opening. Tilak Varma joined Kishan with India needing only 35 runs, and the pair kept the chase moving without taking unnecessary risks. Kishan then launched Mujeeb Ur Rahman for four, six and four in the 14th over, reducing the equation to a single hit. Tilak took a single off Rashid before Kishan finished the chase in style, cutting the next delivery through the off-side for four. Earlier, Afghanistan had a difficult start after Jasprit Bumrah opened with a maiden, and Arshdeep Singh removed Rahmanullah Gurbaz for a second successive duck in the series. Ibrahim Zadran rebuilt with Sediqullah Atal before Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed Zadran for 37. Reddy went on to claim three wickets for 24 runs, while Arshdeep took two. Rashid Khans 28 off 16 and Mohammad Nabis 20 helped Afghanistan recover late, but Bumrah and Reddy struck in the final two overs to prevent a bigger finish. Noor Ahmad hit a six from the final ball to take Afghanistan to 159/8, but Indias openers ensured the target never became a serious challenge. The third and final T20I will be played on Thursday, with India holding an unassailable 2-0 advantage. Noor Ahmad hit a six from the final ball to take Afghanistan to 159/8, but Indias openers ensured the target never became a serious challenge. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan 159/8 in 20 overs (Ibrahim Zadran 37, Rashid Khan 28; Nitish Kumar Reddy 3-18, Arshdeep Singh 2-35) lost to India 163/3 in 14.5 overs (Sanju Samson 57, Abhishek Sharma 39, Ishan Kishan 38*; Rashid Khan 3-36) by 7 wickets. Article Source: IANS
Renshaw hits maiden ODI ton as Ellis destroys Zimbabwe
Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century and Nathan Ellis took five wickets to guide Australia to a 59-run victory over Zimbabwe in the first match of their three-game series in Harare. Australia posted 294-8 batting first, with Renshaw making 109. Zimbabwe, despite fighting half-centuries from Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza, were bowled out for 235.
Sanju Samson's hammering knock seals series for India after another lacklustre show from Afghanistan
India thrashed Afghanistan by seven wickets in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. After a flawless bowling show, in which India managed to restrict Afghanistan to 159 runs, openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma dominated the proceedings, helping the team seal a comfortable 2-0 series win.
'Treatment is basic humanity': Australia captains on Imran
Seven former Australian cricket captains, including Greg Chappell and Steve Waugh, have urged Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong to address the welfare of imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. Their appeal focuses on humanitarian treatment and due process, not the legal or political aspects of his case, citing concerns about his deteriorating health.
'Either You Are Politician, Or You're Cricket Boss': Ex-India Star Exposes PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif pointed out exactly what is wrong with the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) approach.
In a major development, star India batter Rinku Singh is all set to get married to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj. The two are set to get married on December 4, and the couple will tie the knot at the Ramada Hotel in Lucknow. It is interesting to note that the couple got engaged on June 8, 2025, and ever since then, Rinku Singh has been the talk of the town.
Mack's unbeaten 83 seals Australia A series win against India A
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2nd T20I: Rashid, Nabi Rally Afghanistan To 159/8 After Early Blows From India
Arun Jaitley Stadium: With their middle order mounting a late recovery before Indias bowlers regained control at the death, Afghanistan overcame a testing start but could manage to post only a modest 159/8 in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. Jasprit Bumrah set the tone immediately after the start, opening with a maiden over against Ibrahim Zadran. Arshdeep Singh then struck in his first over, dismissing Rahmanullah Gurbaz for a second successive duck in the series. Gurbaz attempted to flat-bat a short-of-length delivery but top-edged it to Ravi Bishnoi at mid-on, leaving Afghanistan at 2/1. Zadran initially struggled for fluency but found his rhythm in the third over, taking four boundaries off Arshdeep. He and Sediqullah Atal subsequently put together Afghanistans best passage of the powerplay, although Indias disciplined bowling kept the scoring rate in check. Zadran and Atal added 50 for the second wicket before the partnership was broken in the eighth over. Nitish Kumar Reddy, introduced into the attack, struck with his first delivery as Zadran holed out to Bishnoi at deep mid-wicket for a 33-ball 37, which included six fours. The breakthrough triggered a mini-collapse. Atal departed for 12 in the following over, slicing Bishnois googly to Tilak Varma at long-off, while Nitish returned to remove Gulbadin Naib for 10 in the 11th over. Afghanistan slipped to 67/3 before Darwish Rasooli and Azmatullah Omarzai attempted to rebuild. Rasooli provided much-needed acceleration, launching Shivam Dube for a six and striking another maximum off Axar Patel. Omarzai also chipped in with two fours, but Axar eventually got the key wicket of the all-rounder for 11, with Tilak completing the catch. Rasooli followed shortly afterwards for a brisk 26 off 15 balls, caught near the boundary by Tilak off Arshdeep. Afghanistan were 105/6 at that stage and appeared headed for a modest total. However, Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan changed the momentum with an aggressive 48-run partnership. Nabi struck Bumrah for a four in the 19th over, while Rashid attacked Arshdeep in the previous over, collecting two fours and a six to take 16 from it. Bumrah eventually ended Nabis resistance for 20 off 14, caught by Shreyas Iyer at cover. Nitish then produced the decisive blow, removing Rashid off the first ball of the final over for 28 off 16. Axar took a superb diving catch at deep square leg. Afghanistan nevertheless finished strongly. Mujeeb Ur Rahman collected four runs from the final over before Noor Ahmad provided the flourish, launching Nitish over mid-wicket for six off the last delivery. Nitish was Indias standout bowler with 3/24, while Arshdeep claimed 2/35. Bumrah finished with 1/25 from his four overs, and Afghanistan ended their innings on 159/8. Afghanistan nevertheless finished strongly. Mujeeb Ur Rahman collected four runs from the final over before Noor Ahmad provided the flourish, launching Nitish over mid-wicket for six off the last delivery. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan 159/8 in 20 overs (Ibrahim Zadran 37, Rashid Khan 28; Nitish Kumar Reddy 3-18, Arshdeep Singh 2-35) against India Article Source: IANS
2nd T20I: Nitish's 3 wickets put India in control vs Afghanistan
Nitish Kumar Reddy's impressive three-wicket haul spearheaded a disciplined Indian bowling attack, restricting Afghanistan to 159 for eight in the second T20I. Despite a late surge from Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan, India maintained control throughout the innings, setting up a chaseable target.
Seven former Australia captains appeal for Imran Khan
Allan Border, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, Kim Hughes, Mark Taylor and Steve Waugh signed the letter to Australias Foreign Minister Penny Wong
Seven former Australia captains appeal for Imran Khan
Allan Border, Greg Chappell, Ian Chappell, Belinda Clark, Kim Hughes, Mark Taylor and Steve Waugh signed the letter to Australias Foreign Minister Penny Wong
Kushal Malla back in Nepal's squad for Asian Games
The 15-member squad will be led by Dipendra Singh Airee, who replaced Rohit Paudel as captain after the T20 World Cup
DDCA Unveils Enhanced LED Perimeter Displays At Arun Jaitley Stadium During India-Afghanistan T20I
The Arun Jaitley Stadium: The Arun Jaitley Stadium received a visual makeover ahead of the India vs Afghanistan series as the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) introduced enhanced LED perimeter displays for the T20I series between the two sides, describing the initiative as part of an effort to offer spectators and viewers a more modern and immersive match-day experience. The initiative, conceptualised under the leadership of the DDCA President, features upgraded LED perimeter displays designed to create a more uniform and visually striking presentation around the stadium. The association termed the changes a visible transformation and a proud DDCA initiative. The development came as the stadium hosted the second game of the three-match series, with India winning the toss and opting to bowl first. The hosts made one change to their XI, bringing in Ravi Bishnoi for the injured Varun Chakaravarthy, while Afghanistan retained the same side that featured in the opening T20I. India entered the contest looking to wrap up the series after their commanding performance in the first game. Afghanistan, meanwhile, were seeking a stronger response after being beaten comprehensively in the opener. The first T20I had seen Afghanistan recover from an early batting collapse through Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi, who added 83 runs, but their eventual 156-run total was comfortably overhauled by India. Abhishek Sharmas blistering 82 off 32 balls set up the chase, while Indias bowling attack kept Afghanistan under sustained pressure. India entered the contest looking to wrap up the series after their commanding performance in the first game. Afghanistan, meanwhile, were seeking a stronger response after being beaten comprehensively in the opener. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The DDCAs stadium initiative added another dimension to an evening already carrying significance on the field, with the enhanced displays intended to strengthen the visual experience for both those inside the venue and audiences watching the contest. Article Source: IANS
Charani becomes first Indian bowler to cross 800-mark in ICC rankings, Deepti jumps four places
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Sree Charani has accomplished a significant achievement as she became the first Indian bowler to cross the 800-rating mark in the ICC T20I rankings following the latest update on Tuesday. This follows a stellar performance for the left-arm spinner in the Asia Cup 2026 final, where she scalped 4-20 in the title decider against Sri Lanka to cap off a strong tournament, as she ended with 12 wickets. Charani's performances have made her breach the 800-mark rating in the T20I bowlers' rankings as she now tallies 804 ratings, which has helped her further consolidate her position at the top. She is now the first Indian bowler to have breached the mark and third overall as she eyes to break the highest-ever rating. The best-ever rating in women's T20Is for bowlers currently belongs to Australia pacer Megan Schutt, who touched an 806 rating during her reign at the pinnacle. Charani, who broke Poonam Yadav's record for most wickets taken by an Indian in a calendar year, is just the third bowler to achieve 800 ratings in the T20I bowlers' rankings, with former No.1 Sophie Ecclestone having touched 802 ratings earlier. Meanwhile, while Charani continues to consolidate her position at the top, star all-rounder Deepti Sharma has emerged as a distant challenger for Charani's throne. Deepti took 3-19 in the Asia Cup final and emerged as the leading wicket-taker in the tournament with 14 scalps. She has been further rewarded for her performances as she makes a four-place jump to reach No.2 in the bowlers' list with a rating of 729, a distant second behind her compatriot Charani. There was more joy for India in the ICC rankings following India's record-extending eighth Asia Cup title. Shafali Verma moved a place up in the T20I batters' rankings after her match-winning 68 in the final to take the sixth spot in the batters' rankings. Meanwhile, Shafali also moved five places up in the T20I all-rounders' list to reach No.15 in the standings.
Wolvaardt century, Dercksen five-for seal series for South Africa
Wolvaardt drew level with India's Smriti Mandhana for most international hundreds (18) after her fourth in T20Is while Meso scored her first fifty
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'We aim to create opportunities for young players,' says OCA Prez ahead of Odisha T20 League
Digital Desk | Cuttack, Sep 15 (IANS) With less than a week to go for the start of the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy, excitement is building across the state as teams prepare for the new edition of the tournament. Six franchises, Bhubaneswar Tigers, Puri Titans, Keonjhar Miners, Rourkela Superstars, Sambalpur Warriors and Kataka Panthers, will compete for the title in the tournament scheduled to begin on September 20 and run until September 29 at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), said, The excitement around the Odisha T20 League is growing with every passing day. We are looking forward to a competitive and exciting edition of the tournament. The league is an important platform for Odisha cricket as it gives our players the opportunity to play competitive T20 cricket, perform under pressure and gain valuable experience. We aim to continue strengthening the cricketing structure in Odisha and create more opportunities for young players. We have seen several talented cricketers emerge from the state, and a tournament like this can give them the exposure and confidence to take the next step in their careers. We are confident that the players, teams and fans will make this edition a memorable one, he added. Sanjay Behera, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary, said, The Odisha T20 League is about creating a pathway for the next generation of cricketers in the state. Competitive matches give young players the chance to test themselves in pressure situations, learn from experienced players and understand what it takes to perform at a higher level. We hope this edition will help more players gain confidence and take important steps forward in their careers. The tournament will also feature a womens exhibition match on the final day, adding another attraction for fans and providing women cricketers with an opportunity to showcase their skills on a big stage. With six franchises and 17 matches, the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy will bring together some of the states brightest cricketing talent. The tournament is expected to provide young players with a strong platform to gain match experience and put their performances in front of a wider audience at the Barabati Stadium, which has hosted international matches in the past. As the countdown begins, fans across Odisha will be looking forward to seeing their favourite teams and emerging stars in action, with the league aiming to further strengthen the states growing cricketing culture.
2nd T20I: The Calmer You Are In The Middle, The Better You Get Every Day, Says Ishan Kishan
MA Chidambaram Stadium: Ishan Kishan believes that learning to stay calm at the crease has transformed his approach to batting, as the East Zone captain reflected on his recent Duleep Trophy campaign after guiding his side to the title at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Kishan believes moving away from the fear of failure and allowing his instincts to take over has helped him become more effective in the middle. I think initially there were a lot of thoughts going on in my head. You have to get runs for your team, you have to make everyone proud, you have to take care of your place in the team. So you bat accordingly, and when you think about this, I think a fear of failure comes into your game. So you start thinking about, I dont want to lose my wicket, which also initiates the fact that you wont be trying so many good shots, Kishan told broadcasters ahead of Indias second T20I against Afghanistan. His central message, however, remained rooted in simplicity and composure. But at the end of the day, I think Ive just realised that if youre in the middle, if youre calm, youre just trying to watch the ball and not the bowler, and youre just playing your shots. So, everything is taken care of, and you just have to keep it simple because at the end of the day when youre playing at this level, obviously you have all the skills and everything. Its just the mindset, which is the most important thing. So the calmer you are in the middle, the better you get every day, he added. Kishan, who led East Zone to their first Duleep Trophy triumph in 13 years, said his current method is built around reacting to the delivery rather than deliberately searching for scoring areas. I think Im not over-trying to play shots. Im not thinking about playing shots. Its just that my bodys reacting to it. So Im just focusing more on my hand-eye coordination. Its not that Im thinking about a particular area where I want to hit. Its just about watching the ball till the last moment, understanding what the bowler is trying to do and where my run-scoring options are, Kishan stated. The wicketkeeper-batter also explained how his thinking during a match has changed. He recalled his approach during the Duleep Trophy when East Zone still had plenty of work to do despite being ahead in the contest. My job was to understand that (the) match is not over until its over. There was still one day left, so I had to get those big runs coming because we were two wickets down and I know one partnership could make the shoulders down (in the third innings), but its important to just be there, spend some time, so that they lose interest in the game and we are on the upper hand. For Kishan, the same principle now extends beyond batting. He said he remains keen to contribute in the field when he is not keeping wickets, while acknowledging that his catching needs further attention. Hundred percent. I have been athletic throughout my life, and I feel Im very good when Im fielding as well. But still I have dropped a few catches in the past few games, so Ill have to work a lot on my fielding as well. He added that fielding opportunities can have a major bearing on matches, particularly when chances go down early. Because at this level, sometimes you drop catches and you dont realise it because the batsman did not score so much. But if you drop someone good from a good team, like you drop him around fourth or fifth over and he ends up getting runs, it will be a huge difference for us. He added that fielding opportunities can have a major bearing on matches, particularly when chances go down early. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So Im just trying to work more on my fielding and wicketkeeping as well. So whenever you get an opportunity to keep or field, youre just there, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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2nd T20I: Bishnoi Replaces Chakaravarthy As India Bowl Against Unchanged Afghanistan
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India won the toss and elected to bowl against Afghanistan in the second T20I of the three-game series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Hosts Afghanistan named an unchanged side for the fixture, while the Men in Blue were forced to make one change, bringing in Ravi Bishnoi for the injured Varun Chakaravarthy. India will look to seal the T20I series against Afghanistan, with the visitors needing a sharp turnaround after a one-sided opener. Afghanistans long wait for international cricket ended in disappointing fashion as their batting collapsed early before Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi revived the innings. Their 83-run partnership lifted Afghanistan to 156, but the total proved modest once Indias top order got going. Abhishek Sharma set the tone in the chase, smashing 82 from just 32 deliveries as India raced to the target at a remarkable rate. Indias bowling attack was equally influential, with Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy keeping Afghanistans batters under pressure before Arshdeep Singh finished with three wickets. India, however, are without Chakaravarthy for the second game after a side strain ruled him out of the remainder of the series. His absence could test Indias bowling depth, particularly with Hardik Pandya also unavailable and the team still seeking reliable cover for the sixth bowler. For Afghanistan, the challenge is straightforward- survive the new-ball threat, build a substantial total and make Indias powerful batting line-up work for every run. A response on Tuesday would not only level the contest but inject life into the series. Winning the toss, Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer said, We are going to bowl first. You have a fair idea of how the wicket plays, and it gives the bowlers an idea, a little bit of an advantage. It wasn't comprehensive because we could have won by a huge margin. As a bowling unit, we could have picked wickets in the middle. Varun is injured, and Ravi Bishnoi comes in. Meanwhile, Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran said, We would have bowled first as well. We want to play positive cricket; we didn't get a good start that day, but we covered in the middle. We will try to do better tonight. We are playing the same XI. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran said, We would have bowled first as well. We want to play positive cricket; we didn't get a good start that day, but we covered in the middle. We will try to do better tonight. We are playing the same XI. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, and Fazalhaq Farooqi Article Source: IANS
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PGTI Prez Kapil Dev, Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Inaugurate Nava Raipur Open 2026
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo: Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) President Kapil Dev and Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday inaugurated the Nava Raipur Open 2026 at the Fairway Golf & Lake Resort. Speaking on the launch of the event, Sai stated that the tournament can pave the way for attracting visitors, encourage youth participation and generate opportunities for tourism in the region, while former India skipper Kapil highlighted how young children get motivated seeing such events to compete at a larger level. Nava Raipur has been planned as a city of opportunity, and sport must be part of that opportunity, Sai said. A national tournament of this scale will go a long way in promoting golf tourism in the state and encourage more young people from Chhattisgarh to view golf as a sport they can learn, pursue and excel in. It also allows us to introduce players and visitors to the state's cultural heritage, tribal art, natural landscapes and hospitality, the CM added. Sai and Kapil formally opened the tournament with a ceremonial tee-off and unveiled the trophy in the presence of PGTI CEO Amandeep Johl as they also interacted with the participating golfers. Golf is an Olympic sport, and young Indian players today have a clear international stage to aspire to. When children watch the country's leading professionals compete, they see how discipline, concentration and consistent effort can take them from junior golf to representing India at the Asian Games and the Olympics. Bringing DP World PGTI to Nava Raipur can help turn that interest into ambition, the former India cricket captain said. Meanwhile, PGTI CEO Johl reflected on Nava Raipur having the potential to become a leading golfing destination. Nava Raipur has the infrastructure, hospitality and potential to emerge as a leading golfing destination. Launching a new tournament within the same year as our previous event here reflects our confidence in the city and the encouraging response from the players and all stakeholders. With regular professional events, junior programmes and wider participation, Nava Raipur can aspire to become the golfing capital of India, he said. Meanwhile, the tournament will see several Indian and foreign golfers taking part. Veer Ahlawat, Manu Gandas, Akshay Sharma, Honey Baisoya, Khalin Joshi, Rashid Khan, Manu Gandas and Mhow's Om Prakash Chouhan. Ahlawat will also be participating in the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, alongside Yuvraj Sandhu and Saptak Talwar. The foreign golfers' roster includes Sri Lankans N Thangaraja and Mithun Perera, Czech Republics Stepan Danek, Thailands Tanapat Pichaikool, Bangladeshis Jamal Hossain and Badal Hossain, Nepals Subash Tamang, Ugandas Joshua Seale, Americans Koichiro Sato and Dominic Piccirillo, Japans Taiga Tanaka, Irelands Declan Kenny and Canadas Sukhraj Singh Gill. The Fairway Golf & Lake Resort in Naya Raipur is situated in the capital city of Chhattisgarh, namely Nava Raipur. The golf course is situated on the bank of a 450-acre Jhanjh Lake and is surrounded by a nearly 500-acre forest. The par for the course is 69. The foreign golfers' roster includes Sri Lankans N Thangaraja and Mithun Perera, Czech Republics Stepan Danek, Thailands Tanapat Pichaikool, Bangladeshis Jamal Hossain and Badal Hossain, Nepals Subash Tamang, Ugandas Joshua Seale, Americans Koichiro Sato and Dominic Piccirillo, Japans Taiga Tanaka, Irelands Declan Kenny and Canadas Sukhraj Singh Gill. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Rs 1 Crore Championship will see 132 professionals vying for victory, with 18 overseas golfers included. The event will take place from 15 to 18 September. Article Source: IANS
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Matt Renshaw Slams Maiden ODI Hundred, First For Australia Against Zimbabwe Since 2004
Harare Sports Club: Australia batter Matt Renshaw on Tuesday slammed his maiden ODI century in the first ODI of the three-match series against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club. Renshaw's 109 was the first century by an Australian against Zimbabwe since Michael Clarke hit an unbeaten 105 against the Chevrons in 2004. Renshaw, who made his ODI debut in the 2025 home series against India, carried the innings together after the Aussies were in a spot of bother at 83/3 in 13 overs after opting to bat first. The Southpaw eyed himself in and kept the scoreboard ticking before unleashing an attack to bring up his fifty off 55 balls. He continued in a similar vein, scoring boundaries at will and got to his hundred off 86 deliveries. This is also the fastest century by an Australian against Zimbabwe, bettering the previous record of 89 balls by Adam Gilchrist in the Hobart ODI in 2004. This was also the first ODI ton by an Australian at No.6 or lower since that gigantic and unbeaten Glenn Maxwell 201 against Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup. Renshaw's stellar knock came to an end when he was caught at deep mid-wicket off left-arm speedster Newman Nyamhuri, who completed his maiden five-wicket haul with the scalp. Renshaw's 109, Cooper Connolly's 51, Oliver Peake's 30 and Mitchell Marsh's 36 were the strong knocks from the Aussies to set up a decent 294-run total in the series opener. Earlier, Cameron Green missed out on the Playing XI due to shoulder soreness, while fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was rested due to workload management as Australia have a gruelling season ahead. Playing XIs: Earlier, Cameron Green missed out on the Playing XI due to shoulder soreness, while fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was rested due to workload management as Australia have a gruelling season ahead. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Innocent Kaia, Brendan Taylor(w), Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza(c), Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani Article Source: IANS
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured the imagination of the world with his ability. At 15 years of age, Sooryavanshi is the youngest Indian to play international cricket
