Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?
The numbers don't settle it. Bumrah has the lower average and is harder to score off. Rabada has the bigger pile, the ten-wicket matches, and a winning team behind him.
In a major development, CA ( Cricket Australia) came forward and named the squad for the upcoming white-ball series against England. The two arch-rivals will be taking on each other across three ODIs and three T20I matches. The ODIs will be held on November 13, 15, and 18, with the T20I matches slated to be held on November 21, 24, and 27.
Lower-order runs put New Zealand A in front despite Siraj and Mukesh hauls
Yashasvi Jaiswal and B Sai Sudharsan batted out the 11 overs before close of play to reduce the deficit for India A to 46 runs
'We Walk Away In A Stronger Position': McDonald Backs Australia Batting Unit Despite SA Thrashing
With Cameron Green: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has backed his teams batting unit despite consecutive collapses against South Africa, insisting the visitors have reasons to remain optimistic following their series defeat in Cape Town. McDonald also expressed confidence that Steve Smith would return for the upcoming home Test series against New Zealand, with Australia keen to resolve the batters neck problem ahead of a demanding international schedule. With Cameron Green returning from injury and Josh Inglis strengthening his case with another away Test, Australia could explore different batting combinations before the New Zealand series. McDonald believes the experience gained in difficult overseas conditions could ultimately benefit his side. Its still a very good cricket team with a lot of very good players in there, and some (who) will be acknowledged as legends of the game. Weve got to balance that out with who comes in, what the next decisions are. If you looked at the batting unit, I think we walk away in a stronger position (than at the start of the South Africa tour). With Green, it was an injury that curtailed him early in the series. Inglis hes (now) got two away Test hundreds. We know how difficult it is to play away. The challenge is always greater when you play away in foreign conditions and you get challenged in different ways. Theres a reason why a lot of teams dont win on the road it is difficult. Its not an excuse we felt as though were good enough to come here and win this series, he said. Smith missed the series-deciding Test at Newlands after failing a final fitness assessment, despite attempting to overcome the issue with a pain-killing injection. McDonald said the decision rested with the senior batter and stressed that his recovery would take priority. You would have seen what we saw early in that net session the day before. It looked really positive but you never know how youre going to pull up from that. All Ill say is the medical team and Steve gave it every chance, and thats all you can do. The next morning he wasnt ready to play. He acknowledged that and we do put a lot of trust into our players, in particular our senior players who know their bodies quite well. So that decision of Steve's, I think, was the right decision. He wasnt ready to go in that scenario, McDonald was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au. Despite uncertainty surrounding Smiths long-term plans, McDonald expects him to feature in the first Test against New Zealand in Perth next month. Ive got no knowledge to the counter of that, McDonald said. So yes, we are planning for him to play against New Zealand, Test in Perth. I think first and foremost, its understanding whats going on with the neck issue What do we need to do to make sure it doesnt happen again and give him the best preparation that we possibly can? There will be Shield cricket, theres opportunities for him. Hell be well prepared for the Test match. Australia captain Pat Cummins also backed Smiths efforts to prove his fitness before withdrawing. Steve himself was quite confident that he was going to get up and he wanted to give it right to the last minute. Unfortunately, he just didnt feel quite right. He knows his body better than anyone else. I was definitely disappointed hes the best player in the world, vice-captain, and all those things. McDonald acknowledged that Marnus Labuschagne had failed to capitalise on his opportunity in South Africa, although he remains convinced the batter has the ability to recover his form. We believed in Marn for this tour, McDonald said. Well have to reassess that as we move forward. Therell be a lot of speculation. Theres still a very good cricketer there. Every time he drops back to state level, he outperforms the others But he hasnt taken his opportunity on this tour. We believed in Marn for this tour, McDonald said. Well have to reassess that as we move forward. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
The stage is set for the upcoming five-game ODI series between India and New Zealand. The two sides will meet across five ODI matches, with the first ODI slated to be held on November 4,...
Ignored India Star Takes 5 Wickets In 2nd Unofficial Test But Team Concedes Lead To NZ A
Replying to India A's first innings score of 346, New Zealand A, who were reduced to 338 for 8, finished their first innings at 424. The last two wickets yielded 86 runs to provide the hosts a handy lead.
Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu shut down any criticism over India's current T20I captain Shreyas Iyer after the latter smashed a 23-ball 50 in the fifth T20I against New Zealand on Sunday.
Beardman Set To Make ODI Debut In England Series; Fraser-McGurk Returns To T20Is
Mahli Beardman: Fast bowler Mahli Beardman is set to make his ODI squad in the upcoming white-ball series with Australia naming up to eight new faces on their first internationals at home as they host England for three ODIs and five T20Is starting November 13 in Perth. Beardman, young batter Oliver Peake and all-rounders Jack Edwards and Liam Scott were all named in the ODI squad, while Nikhil Chaudhary and Joel Davies join Beardman and Edwards in Australia's T20I setup, while there is a debut in the offing for wicketkeepers Lachlan Shaw and Sam Harper. Travis Head, Matthew Renshaw, Cameron Green, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis and Cooper Connolly have all been included in the ODI squad. However, none of that group will front up for the T20I leg, which wraps up in Canberra on December 2. As Inglis has been rested from the T20I series, it opens the door for uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Shaw and Harper to vie for a debut. The T20 squad also marks Jake Fraser-McGurk's return to international cricket after an 18-month absence and Mitch Owen. Jake (Fraser-McGurk) and Mitch (Owen) return to the T20 side and we believe their ball-striking can be a point of difference in the shorter formats. They are good examples of players who have had an opportunity at the international level and have continued working on their game from what they learnt from those experiences, selection chief George Bailey said. Meanwhile, the fast-bowling trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have all been rested following their three-Test series in South Africa, with a 10-Test block to come starting in December. Nathan Ellis is still recovering from a side strain he picked up in the second ODI in South Africa in September that has kept him out of the 50-over leg, but he will return for the T20I series. Matt Short fell out of favour in the limited-overs set-up earlier this year and was not considered, having undergone a hip procedure that will keep him sidelined for the next five weeks. Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Jack Edwards, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Ollie Peake, Matthew Renshaw, Liam Scott, Adam Zampa. Matt Short fell out of favour in the limited-overs set-up earlier this year and was not considered, having undergone a hip procedure that will keep him sidelined for the next five weeks. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Namibia Script History, Clinch ODI Series vs Full-Member Nation Ireland 3-2
Namibia created history on Sunday by securing their first-ever bilateral ODI series victory against a Full Member nation, defeating Ireland by five wickets in the series decider in Windhoek.
Namibia scripts history with maiden bilateral ODI series win; stuns Ireland 3-2
The victory provides Namibia a significant boost to their preparations for next year ICC mens cricket World Cup
NZ suffer injury blows as Chapman, Ravindra ruled out of India ODIs
Digital Desk | Christchurch, Nov 2 (IANS) New Zealand have suffered a major blow as allrounders Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra will miss the upcoming ODI series against India, starting on Wednesday, as they continue to rehabilitate their respective injuries. New Zealand Cricket said Chapman is still recovering from his hamstring injury, as the recent MRI showed his left hamstring requires another two weeks of rehabilitation before he is fully fit to return to the field, whilst Ravindra is battling a shoulder problem which requires more recovery time before hes able to field at full capacity. Head coach Rob Walter said it was disappointing Chapman and Ravindra were ruled out. Everyone knows what an asset Mark and Rachin are to this side so its a shame they have to miss this series. I caught up with Mark last week and although hes disappointed hes working hard to get back on the field, said Walter. With Rachin, his shoulder hasnt quite recovered to a position where he could field comfortably in white-ball cricket, so with the Test series later this month we dont want to take any undue risks he said. Tim Seifert, who was selected for fourth and fifth ODIs only, will now be in the squad for the full series, whilst Henry Nicholls will come in for the first three games and Dean Foxcroft for games four and five ODIs. Were pleased to bring in Henry, who is no stranger to this side, and Dean who recently featured in the ODIs against the West Indies, he added. Nicholls joins the squad following his 13th List A hundred (119) during Canterburys second Ford Trophy match against the Wellington Firebirds, and Foxcroft will join the squad at the conclusion of the New Zealand A red-ball series against India A. Matt Henry assembled with the squad on Monday and will be assessed on his readiness to play, while Matt Fisher, who was selected for the fourth and fifth ODIs, will remain with the squad for the full series as an additional bowling option. The squad assemble in Auckland on Monday ahead of the first ODI on Wednesday at Eden Park. New Zealand squad (games 1-3): Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert, Nathan Smith, Will Young, Blair Tickner New Zealand squad (games 4 and 5): Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Dean Foxcroft, Lockie Ferguson, Mitch Hay, Nick Kelly, Tim Seifert, Blair Tickner, Will Young
IND vs NZ ODI series | Chapman, Ravindra ruled out; Nicholls, Seifert in New Zealand squad
New Zealand Cricket Board said both Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra have failed to recuperate from their respective injuries
Lazio Pull Clear At Serie A Summit As Gennaro Gattuso Warns Of Vertigo
Lazio coach Gennaro Gattuso warned his team not to get carried away after they surged three points clear of Inter Milan at the top of Serie A on Sunday with a 2-1 victory over Cagliari.
Mukesh, Siraj shine but New Zealand A take lead on Day 3
Pacers Mukesh Kumar and Mohammed Siraj combined for nine wickets, but New Zealand A's lower order batters, led by Matthew Boyle's century, secured a 45-run first innings lead over India A on Day 3 of the second unofficial Test in Christchurch.
Australia Unveil New-Look White-Ball Squads for England Series, Fresh Faces Earn Call-Ups
Australia named a host of fresh faces in new-look white-ball squads Monday to face England with exciting young quick Mahli Beardman and allrounders Jack Edwards and Liam Scott among those getting call-ups. Batting prospects Ollie Peake and Jake Fraser-McGurk were also included, as were wicketkeepers Lachlan Shaw and Sam Harper with Mitchell Marsh captaining both the one-day and Twenty20 sides. These ODI and T20 matches provide several players, many of whom have had opportunities on recent tours, with a great chance to further demonstrate their ability against very strong opposition, said chairman of selectors George Bailey. Beardman, Peake, Edwards, Scott, Nikhil Chaudhary, and Joel Davies made their white-ball debuts in recent times. Harper and Shaw are the two uncapped players. They are good examples of players who have had an opportunity at the international level and have continued working on their game from what they learnt from those experiences, added Bailey. Australia play three home ODIs against England between November 13-18 followed by five T20s. They will provide an opportunity for Australia's next generation to stake their claims ahead of the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. With a home Test series against New Zealand to follow, star fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood are being rested after playing their part in Australia's 2-1 Test series defeat in South Africa. Fellow Test players Travis Head, Alex Carey, Matt Renshaw, Josh Inglis, Cooper Connolly and Cameron Green were named in the ODI squad, but will not play the T20s. Following the New Zealand series, Australia travel to India for five Tests before a 150th anniversary clash in Melbourne against England then an Ashes campaign. We are in the middle of a highly demanding phase of our schedule, said Bailey, referring to Australia's Test players. To manage this workload, each player's build-up to the New Zealand series will be carefully planned and focussed on individual's physical and mental preparation. One-day squad: Mitchell Marsh (capt), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Jack Edwards, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Ollie Peake, Matt Renshaw, Liam Scott, Adam Zampa Also Read: Special Cricket Stories T20 squad: Mitchell Marsh (capt), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Joel Davies, Jack Edwards, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sam Harper, Spencer Johnson, Mitch Owen, Lachlan Shaw, Adam Zampa
Injury woes for New Zealand! Chapman, Ravindra ruled out of India ODIs
New Zealand's ODI squad has been hit by a double injury blow, with key batters Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra ruled out of the upcoming five-match series against India due to hamstring and shoulder issues, respectively. Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, and Dean Foxcroft have been called up as replacements.
Rachin Ravindra And Mark Chapman To Miss India Odis, Seifert Called Up
New Zealand batters Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman were ruled out Monday for the upcoming five-match ODI series against India due to injury. Ravindra had been recovering from a freak shoulder injury suffered during a promotional shoot prior to the Indian series, which starts on Wednesday, and has been deemed unfit to field. Chapman had a hamstring strain which needs a further two weeks of rehabilitation, according to MRI scans. Everyone knows what an asset Mark and Rachin are to this side so it's a shame they have to miss this series, New Zealand coach Rob Walter said. Walter said Chapman was disappointed to miss the series, and Ravindra hasn't quite recovered to a position where he could field comfortably. He said Ravindra would return for the two-Test series starting later this month. Tim Seifert was initially named for the fourth and fifth matches of the series but will now be available for all matches, while Henry Nicholls has been called up days after scoring his 13th List A century for Canterbury in the domestic Ford Trophy. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Dean Foxcroft has also been called up for the last two matches of the series.
India vs New Zealand: Kiws Lose Two Top Stars Ahead Of ODI Series
After winning the five-match T20I series 3-2, India will face New Zealand in five ODIs, starting from November 4 in Auckland.
Australia rest Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for England white-ball series
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No One Will Talk About It: Gautam Gambhir's Bold Batters vs Bowlers Comparison Ahead Of NZ ODIs
Gautam Gambhir said the team's inexperienced bowling attack should get all the credit if the visitors do well in the five-match ODI series against New Zealand starting on November 4.
Kimi Antonelli Becomes Youngest F1 Champion At 20, Max Verstappen Takes Mexico City GP Victory
Kimi Antonelli has made Formula 1 history by becoming the youngest world champion at the age of 20 years and 68 days. The Italian driver secured his first title after finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Antonelli
McDonald: Australia will 'reassess' Labuschagne selection and squad's 'age profile'
While Australia head coach conceded it would be difficult to talk up positives straight after a series defeat, he was adamant there had been development in the batting
Hardik Pandya Trade: MI-KKR Deal Depends On Stance Over 1 Star Batter: Report
Mumbai Indians reportedly want two key players from Kolkata Knight Riders for Hardik Pandya.
Beardman set for ODI debut, Harper, Fraser-McGurk, Shaw in T20 squad
Cummins, Hazlewood, Starc rested from entire England ODI and T20I series, Ellis unavailable for ODIs, David not included in ODIs while Test batters are rested from T20Is
Ravindra and Chapman ruled out of India ODIs
Seifert has now been included for the entire series while Nicholls and Foxcroft have been brought in for the first three ODis and the last two games respectively
Alcaraz beats De Minaur to win Vienna Open without dropping a set to clinch fourth title this year
Carlos Alcaraz has beaten Alex de Minaur on grass and clay as well as on indoor and outdoor hard courts
What Seifert regrets most about India's T20I series win
New Zealand opener Tim Seifert discussed his team's performance in the T20I series against India, acknowledging that learning from past mistakes led to their win in the final match. However, he lamented that these crucial lessons came too late to secure the series victory, which India had already wrapped up. Seifert also praised the bowlers' efforts in the final game.
Noor five-for seals 3-0 series sweep for Afghanistan in Sharjah
The Afghanistan spinner's first T20I five-for sealed his team's dominant win by seven wickets and 71 deliveries
The teenager makes World No. 287 Falkowska sweat for more than two hours
JJ Smit sets up Namibia's first-ever bilateral ODI series win
Namibia also won their first-ever match against a Full Member nation when they sealed a 31-run win in the second ODI
Gautam Gambhir Breaks Silence On Rishabh Pant's Fitness Ahead Of New Zealand Test Series
India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday said he had no information about the availability of injured wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant for the upcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand.
RCB Overseas Star Reveals What Surprised Him Most About Virat Kohli
Jacob Duffy also pointed out Virat's incredible work ethic and down-to-earth nature despite him being sort of a eligious figure in a cricket-crazy nation.
Parikh, Paes join hands to contest AITA elections under Tennis First banner
Why Gambhir calls India's NZ T20I triumph incredible
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's incredible T20I series victory over New Zealand, attributing it to the players' ruthless approach despite minimal preparation time. He highlighted the challenges faced by an inexperienced squad touring New Zealand for the first time and praised captain Shreyas Iyer's leadership.
Have To Work On Things: Shreyas Iyer's Warning Despite India Beating New Zealand 3-2 In T20I Series
India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer rued the drop in momentum with the bat during the first innings and an underwhelming show with the ball and the field as reasons behind India's defeat to New Zealand in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the Seddon Park on Sunday.
Rohit Sharma Goes Extra Mile For ODI World Cup Selection, Set For Domestic Cricket Return: Report
India veteran Rohit Sharma is serious about continuing to play for India until the conclusion of the ODI World Cup in South Africa next year.
Afghanistan make four changes, hand Tarakhail debut in final T20I
Blessing Muzarabani and Newman Nyamhuri return to the Zimbabwe XI after recovering from injuries
Clayton sleeps on 99 not out after holding Queensland together
Victoria chipped away after posting 307 with the contest very even heading into the third day
Ranji Trophy: Punjab starts favourite against a desperate Andhra
The home team is sitting pretty with 12 points from three matches while the southern side has managed just three from as many home games
Ranji Trophy: Punjab starts favourite against a desperate Andhra
The home team is sitting pretty with 12 points from three matches while the southern side has managed just three from as many home games
Pakistan Set For Major Central Contracts Shake-Up; Two Veterans Facing Axe: Report
Pakistan's all format head coach Mike Hesson has recommended a clutch of young players to be considered for the PCB's central contracts for the 2026-27 season.
Gambhir hails India's ruthlessness in T20Is despite little preparation time in NZ
India won the series 3-2, which included successfully chasing 226, youngsters stepping up under pressure, and hunting down 199 in less than 14 overs
Gautam Gambhir Labels India's T20I Series Win Over NZ As Incredible, Explains Why
India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday hailed his team's incredible T20I series win over New Zealand, saying the players' ruthless approach made up for the lack of preparation time.
New Zealand opener Tim Seifert said learning from past mistakes and making the most of crucial moments proved decisive in his team's late fightback against India, but rued that the lessons came too late to change the outcome of the five-match T20I series.
India script last-ball thriller to beat Bangladesh in HK Sixes
India concluded their Hong Kong Sixes 2026 campaign with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Bowl Division playoff. Chasing 117, India secured the win on the final ball, powered by half-centuries from Shashank Singh and crucial contributions from Rahul Tripathi, Rahul Tewatia, and Nitish Rana. Afghanistan won the main title.
'Monkey Still On My Back': Seifert 'devastated' After Missing Maiden Ton, But Happy With Win
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Tim Seifert missed out on another opportunity to slam his maiden international century as he fell on 93 against India in the fifth and final T20I of the series at Seddon Park here on Sunday, but called that the win was the main thing that he wanted. Seifert had a low-key series until the fifth T20I as he was dismissed for single-digit scores in all the previous four games. However, he slammed 93 from 50 balls after getting dropped on 13 earlier in the innings. He played on a Nitish Kumar Reddy back-of-a-length delivery back to his stumps, falling seven short of a maiden International ton. Speaking at the post-match press conference after New Zealand chased down 192 to win the fifth match by seven wickets, Seifert joked that the monkey is still on my back. No, look, the main thing is to win. But at the same time, you know, that monkey's still on my back for getting my first International 100. So look, you're still a little bit devastated about that. And I think my shoulders and back are getting a bit heavier as well, he joked. But no, I think the main thing is winning. And that's the great thing. But at the end of the day as well, you sometimes got to get over the line, especially because I haven't got one before. So yeah, hopefully it doesn't take another 95 games to get that opportunity. But we'll see what happens, Seifert added. The New Zealand opener also spoke about adapting to the conditions being the key for the Kiwi openers, as he had a tough initial four matches before he bounced back. Yeah, look, I think you've got to be true to yourself. You know, you can fall into a bit of T20 cricket. But you know, you still got to be tough on yourself about playing high-quality shots, high-percentage shots for you. Yes, you want to put pressure on the bowlers. But you know, sometimes you can get a bit ahead of yourself and try to go too hard. I think you still got to adapt to the wicket that you play on. So you play in India, you play in New Zealand, two completely different wickets. So no matter where you play in the world, you just got to adapt to what you're playing on. Some will be easier to play shots early; some you might have to wait until the back end of the powerplay. Seifert also hailed praise for teammate Glenn Phillips, who scored 341 runs in the series and broke the record for most runs made by a player in a bilateral T20I series. You know, he's been playing unbelievably in all formats for New Zealand recently. And credit to him. I think for us guys at the top as well, knowing that, you know, we bat all the way down that balance of our team. Seifert also hailed praise for teammate Glenn Phillips, who scored 341 runs in the series and broke the record for most runs made by a player in a bilateral T20I series. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Babar Azam told to leave Pakistan to fix his batting woes
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf has advised Babar Azam to seek specialised batting help in Australia or South Africa to overcome his prolonged slump. Babar's struggles were evident in the recent tri-series final, and he faces pressure to regain form ahead of upcoming series and the 2027 ODI World Cup, despite support from some former players.
Glenn Phillips Breaks All-Time T20I Record, Achieves Rare Double During India Series
New Zealand batter Glenn Phillips scripted history during the fifth and final T20I against India on Sunday, becoming the highest run-scorer in a bilateral T20I series with 341 runs.
Ranji Trophy: Bengal will strive to maintain winning run in its first match at the Eden
The table-topper, which has 18 points following three victories, starts favourite against second-placed Maharashtra in a crucial Group-C encounter
Pant's latest injury blow puts NZ Test in doubt
Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the third India A vs New Zealand A match as a precautionary measure due to a side strain. This decision raises concerns about his participation in the upcoming first Test against New Zealand in Wellington, scheduled for November 19. Pant, who has resumed skill training, currently has no confirmed timeline for his return to competitive cricket.
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka hopes to ride momentum; Assam looks for home comfort
The former is fresh off an innings win over Tripura while the latter will need to punch above its weight; veteran Mayank has to pull his weight for the southern side
Glenn Phillips breaks Phil Salt's elite record, wins Player of the Series award after India T20Is
New Zealand performed exceptionally well in the fifth and final T20I of the ongoing series against India. The teams met at Seddon Park in Hamilton for the clash on November 1st, and the Black Caps registered a seven-wicket victory in the clash as they chased down a target of 192 runs comfortably.
Tilak Varma Set To Play Third Unofficial Test For India A Before Joining ODI Squad
India's Tilak Verma is likely to play in the third unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A before joining the senior squad for the final two ODIs of the tour.
Why Hesson wants Pakistan's senior stars dropped
Pakistan's head coach Mike Hesson has recommended a significant number of young players for the PCB's central contracts for the 2026-27 season, while some experienced seniors, including Muhammad Rizwan and Imam ul Haq, are expected to be dropped. The new contracts will reward potential and adherence to fitness and skill improvement.
Delhi wont host India-SL ODI, sand-based outfield to be ready for IPL
Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Bubbling Tamil Nadu travels north to meet stuttering Chandigarh
The visitor is coming on the back of two victories over Uttarakhand and Railways at home; the host has just one point from three matches and lies seventh in Group D; expect runs to flow at the Sector-16 Stadium
Saxena eager to make the most of limited opportunities
Mhatres injury and Jaiswals India call-up have opened the door for the left-handers return to the Mumbai Ranji squad
Weather may have a say as WTA Chennai Open set to begin for one last time
Gambhir's three-line message after India's T20I series win
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's collective performance after they secured a 3-2 victory in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand. Despite losing the final two matches, including a seven-wicket defeat in the decider at Seddon Park, Gambhir highlighted the team's unified approach. New Zealand's Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips were instrumental in their consolation win in the fifth T20I.
Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Gujarat will look for a form reversal against Kerala in familiar environs
The host will be eager for a victory after conceding the first-innings lead against Delhi and Maharashtra away from home; the visitor is hurting from a 287-run loss to Bengal, and needs to set things right soon
'Series Could Have Looked Different': Santner Regrets 'small Moments' Cost Them Against India
The New Zealand: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner regretted that small moments cost them what could have been a series win over India after they went down fighting 2-3 at home in the five-match T20I series. Having lost two of the first three close games, New Zealand bounced back to win the last two matches to close the series on a high note after their strong Hamilton win in the fifth rubber. Yeah, I think we'll reflect on that, and we know that it was a very tight series against a very good team. But yeah, I think those small moments, as you said in the first couple of games where, you know, we probably could have won those games or should have. So the series could have looked a lot different, Santner said after New Zealand's seven-wicket win over India at Seddon Park on Sunday. The Kiwis ran India close in the first two matches, first asking them to chase a record 226 and then almost pulling off a win while defending 180 in the second game. Santner looked back at the positives from the series. But in terms of a cricketing point of view, there's a lot of good stuff. The batting was really good, and then the bowling - guys adapted brilliantly last couple of games. So, you know, there's a lot of positives. Obviously the scoreline shows 3-2 to India, but could have been the other way around, he added. The Kiwis did well in the fifth match to adapt to the conditions and bowled hard lengths, while also varying their bowling plans. The New Zealand skipper heaped praise on the bowlers. Yeah, I thought we mixed it up really nicely. I think that was a little bit with the new ball, and then Shreyas and Kishan put their foot on the gas and we, the seamers, kind of mixed it up. Yorkers, wide, a little bit straight with length. So it was, yeah, it was good learning, obviously for us. You know, I guess next time we play at this time of year is probably the World Cup in a couple of years. So you're learning from these games this time of the year, he added. Santner reserved special praise for Glenn Phillips, who scored 341 runs in the series with a century and a half-century. Yeah, I mean, to do it every game is pretty special. He does give himself a little bit of time, and then he can hit some good areas, play some strong shots. And against a good bowling attack, as we've seen. Yorkers, wide, a little bit straight with length. So it was, yeah, it was good learning, obviously for us. You know, I guess next time we play at this time of year is probably the World Cup in a couple of years. So you're learning from these games this time of the year, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Santner says India were lucky to win T20I series
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner reflected on his side's 3-2 T20I series defeat to India, highlighting missed opportunities in the first two matches that could have altered the series outcome. Despite the loss, Santner noted several positives, including strong batting performances and bowlers adapting well. He also praised Glenn Phillips' consistent batting and expressed confidence in the team's bowling depth.
Gardner's 124 diffuses Hurricanes as Sixers script stunning comeback win
Sixers captain rescued her side from 6 for 3 and took them to 196, before also bagging three wickets
Services players seek exposure to State-based T20 leagues
Ranji Trophy 2026: A buzzing Mumbai takes on floundering Railways at home
Cricket: The 42-time champ, technically the away side, is riding of crest of three big wins, while the host, with just two points in its kitty, will look to turn things around
Why Iyer is worried despite India's T20I series win
India captain Shreyas Iyer expressed satisfaction with his team's performance in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, which India won 3-2. However, he emphasized the need for significant improvement in bowling and fielding, especially in unfamiliar overseas conditions. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner also reflected on the tight series, noting that small moments in the initial games could have altered the outcome.
Tim Seifert's 93 Powers New Zealand To Consolation Win Over India
Tim Seifert's big-hitting self reawakened during a powerful 93 as New Zealand pummelled a low-on-intensity India by seven wickets in the fifth and final T20 on Sunday.
Phillips' mantra of being 'more of a hunter and less of prey' shines in record series
Digital Desk | Hamilton, Nov 1 (IANS) Glenn Phillips opened up on his mantra behind a record-breaking T20I series against India as he ended the five-match contest with a hundred and three half-centuries despite India winning the assignment 3-2. The New Zealand all-rounder smashed a record 341 runs in the series, which is now the most by any batter in a single bilateral T20I series, going past the 331 that Phil Salt had made against West Indies in a five-match assignment in 2023. He hit an unbeaten 65 and played partnered Tim Seifert, who made 93, as the Kiwis chased down 192 with seven wickets in hand and 12 balls to spare. Speaking after being adjudged the Player of the Series, the Kiwi star reflected on his performances, highlighting that his focus was to be a hunter and not prey. Yeah, as you say, the calm and the composure. It's a nice feeling. I guess when you go out there with a clear mind and just trying to play each ball on its merits. And I guess, as you say, go out there and try and be a bit more of the hunter and a little less of the prey, Phillips said during the presentation after New Zealand beat India by seven wickets in the fifth clash. Phillips meted out a tough treatment to India's frontline spinner Varun Chakravarthy, slamming him for 27 runs in the 12 balls he faced off him. He noted that India had done well against the Kiwi spinners in the first innings and had a plan to go behind Chakravarthy. I think probably today, understanding that spin was going to be the type of bowling that needed to be taken down. Obviously, we saw the Indian boys do it to us, and they did it very effectively. And I think obviously when Chakravarthy came back on, it was probably a make-or-break over. We were either going to get ahead of the game, or he was going to take a bunch of wickets. And it was probably worth that risk and worth that match-up. And you know, the way Seifert batted at the top and all the way through today was fantastic with that momentum, he added. With the T20I series now done, he has put his focus on the five-match ODI series, which gets underway on November 4. Yeah, I think it's a lot of confidence for the boys (heading into ODIs). And I guess, in a slightly longer format of the game, you can play the ebbs and flows of the game a bit more. And I guess it does take a little bit more brain power over a longer period of time. So trying to, I guess, stay in that moment, one ball at a time and just understand that there's a lot longer to play. (Hamstring okay?) Yeah, it held up quite nicely, Phillips said.
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'We Could Have Been Better With Bowling And Fielding': Shreyas After Fifth T20I Loss
India T20I: India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer rued the drop in momentum with the bat during the first innings and an underwhelming show with the ball and the field as reasons behind India's defeat to New Zealand in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the Seddon Park here on Sunday. India put up 191/8 in the first innings on the back of half-centuries from captain Shreyas (50) and Ishan Kishan (61), but lost momentum when both the batters fell in back-to-back 11th and 12th overs as the Men in Blue ended short of what they might have wanted. The surface had assistance for hard-length balls as several deliveries were skidding on and the Indian bowlers could not reap the desired rewards with the ball, although New Zealand did well enough in that aspect. Tim Seifert's 93 and Glenn Phillips' unbeaten 65 helped New Zealand chase down the target with seven wickets in hand and 12 balls to spare. Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Shreyas reflected on the game. It was plausible, honestly. We could have been better considering the start we got in the middle overs, the way Ishan and I created the momentum. And then from there on we lost back-to-back wickets. And then suddenly pressure on the new batsman, Shreyas said after the match. It wasn't an easy wicket to play on, especially when the ball was seaming and holding a bit. And also skidding through at times. You must have seen a couple of us; Tilak and I got out in a similar fashion. So yeah, it was challenging, especially with that hard length. But to get to 194, yeah, it was reasonable, I feel. I think we still could have been better with our bowling and fielding. We were a bit sloppy, he added. Shreyas, however, called the series a great learning curve as they managed to register a 3-2 series win against New Zealand in overseas conditions. But great learning. I think coming overseas, coming to New Zealand, getting to play on such different occasions, different grounds. Yeah, great learning curve, he said. Shreyas said the fifth match gave India another chance to experiment, after they had already won the series after the third T20I. Absolutely, I think the first three games, absolutely, steadied the rhythm for us. And then coming into the last two games, I feel we were in this position where we wanted to experiment and also challenge ourselves a bit more. And today was the right opportunity. And obviously we didn't live up to it. But a great learning, as I mentioned, he said. Naman Dhir dropped Seifert early on in the chase on 13, and Sanju Samson later failed to grab a sharp outside edge off Phillips in the 15th over. Shreyas said the team needs to work on fielding. So, I feel today was just that opportunity which we wanted to capitalise on, but we couldn't. But we can brainstorm, and we have to work on a couple of things, especially fielding. That is one aspect of the game we need to improve on. Naman Dhir dropped Seifert early on in the chase on 13, and Sanju Samson later failed to grab a sharp outside edge off Phillips in the 15th over. Shreyas said the team needs to work on fielding. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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5th T20I: Seifert, Record-breaking Phillips Help NZ Beat India In Hamilton
Nitish Kumar Reddy: A strong batting show from Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips guided New Zealand to an impressive seven-wicket win over India in the fifth and final T20I of the series at Seddon Park here on Sunday. Phillips (65*) created the record for scoring the most runs by a batter in a single bilateral series as the Kiwi star capped off a brilliant series with another half-century, while Seifert (93) registered his first noteworthy knock of the series as the duo led the Kiwis to chase down 192, their new highest T20I chase against India with seven wickets in hand and 12 balls to spare. The Indian bowlers were found wanting in discipline, and the New Zealand batters were too strong for them on the day. Phillips made an unbeaten 65 as he scored his fourth fifty of the series. He also broke Phil Salt's record for most runs in a single bilateral series, as the Kiwi star now has 341 runs in the five-match series, while Salt had scored 331 against West Indies in a five-match series in 2023. While Seifert and Phillips starred for New Zealand, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy and Nitish Kumar Reddy picked up the only wickets for India. New Zealand were jolted at the start of their chase as they lost Finn Allen early when Arshdeep Singh got the Kiwi opener caught at deep mid-wicket in the second over. Seifert was handed a lifeline on 13 in the fourth over by Naman Dhir as Arshdeep missed his man. Daryl Mitchell and Seifert kept going and took the hosts to 59/1 at the end of the powerplay as Bhuvneshwar Kumar was hit for 20 runs in the sixth one. Varun Chakaravarthy came in and sent some jitters to the Kiwis with some LBW appeals, and he got Mitchell in the ninth over, but that did not deter the hosts. In-form Phillips joined Seifert and the two put up 86 runs from 42 balls for the third wicket. Their strong scoring rate took the game away from India. India tried Abhishek Sharma after New Zealand were 96/2 after 10 overs, but he could not inspire a comeback. Shreyas brought back Arshdeep for the next over before Varun was taken for 18 runs in the 13th over as the Kiwis raced to 138/2. With 29 needed off 30 balls, Nitish got Seifert for 93 as the Kiwi opener played on, but Phillips was there, and he got to his fourth fifty of the series in the 17th over. He then helped the team cross the finishing line in the 18th over as he hit Bhuvi for a couple of fours as New Zealand completed their highest T20I chase against India. Earlier, India managed to score 191/8 after Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer scored half centuries. Kishan (61) and Shreyas (50) put up a 93-run partnership for the third wicket and helped the visitors recover from the early hiccup they suffered after losing openers Abhishek Sharma (1) and Sanju Samson (4) cheaply. Later, Naman Dhir (33) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (22) came up with mini cameos to lead the Men in Blue but they would feel that India were a little short at the end of the innings as they kept losing wickets. Adam Milne, who has a strong record in Hamilton, starred with 4-19 in his four overs, while Nathan Smith and the incoming Blair Tickner also picked up a couple each to not let India go past 200. Still, India won the series 3-2, as they had clinched the first three T20Is before losing the next two matches. Adam Milne, who has a strong record in Hamilton, starred with 4-19 in his four overs, while Nathan Smith and the incoming Blair Tickner also picked up a couple each to not let India go past 200. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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'We'll Look At It At End Of Series': Milne On New Zealand's Sloppy Fielding In Series
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