Rohit Sharma joins elite 10,000-run ODI opening club at 39
Rohit Sharma became only the fourth opener in ODI history to score 10,000 runs, reaching the milestone at 39 during India's third ODI against West Indies.
Brand goes big as Australia flip through Test plans
None of the five frontline pacers bowled over ten overs, Green did not feature, and Renshaw's recovery saw positive signs
Sarthak Ranjan Returns To Delhi's Ranji Trophy Squad For Season Opener Against Bengal
Opener Sarthak Ranjan: Opener Sarthak Ranjan has earned a recall to the Delhi Ranji Trophy squad after eight years as the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) named a 16-member contingent for their Elite Group C opening game against Bengal. The selection committee met at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday to finalise the squad for the season opener, set to be played on October 11 in Kalyani. The meeting was attended by selectors K. Bhaskar Pillai, Manu Nayar, and Praveen Gupta, alongside head coach Vijay Dahiya, Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) chairman Sarandeep Singh, and DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma. Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continues at the helm as captain, with former India U-19 World Cup-winning skipper Yash Dhull named as his deputy. The headline inclusion, though, is Sarthak, son of politician Pappu Yadav and Ranjeet Ranjan, who returns to Delhi's red-ball setup for the first time since 2018, when he last featured in two Ranji Trophy matches. Sarthak's recall follows him having a stint with Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL earlier this year. Delhi's pace attack will be led by fast bowler Navdeep Saini, with Simarjeet Singh, Money Grewal, and Divij Mehra as other options. Off-spinner Hrithik Shokeen and left-arm spinner Sumit Mathur will anchor the spin-bowling department, alongside Badonis off-spin. The squad features three wicketkeeping options in Anuj Rawat, Pranav Rajvanshi, and Tejasvi Dahiya. Sanat Sangwan, whos playing the Irani Cup clash for Rest of India against Jammu & Kashmir in Srinagar, along with Ayush Doseja, Dev Lakra, and Dhruv Kaushik round off the rest of the squad members. All selected players have been instructed to report to head coach Dahiya for a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday before their departure for Kalyani. Delhi last won the Ranji Trophy in 2007/08 and under new head coach Dahiya, they will be aiming to get into the knockouts, something which hasnt happened in the last two seasons. The squad features three wicketkeeping options in Anuj Rawat, Pranav Rajvanshi, and Tejasvi Dahiya. Sanat Sangwan, whos playing the Irani Cup clash for Rest of India against Jammu & Kashmir in Srinagar, along with Ayush Doseja, Dev Lakra, and Dhruv Kaushik round off the rest of the squad members. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
10,000 runs and counting: KL Rahul unlocks new milestone
KL Rahul achieved a significant career milestone, completing 10,000 international runs with a spectacular unbeaten 129 off 87 balls in the third ODI against West Indies, becoming the 15th Indian to reach this landmark.
Ravichandran Smaran's Unbeaten 126 Turns Rest Of India vs Jammu And Kashmir Irani Cup On Its Head
Left-handed batter Ravichandran Smaran struck an unbeaten 126 to orchestrate a stunning recovery for the Rest of India as they went from a precarious 197/8 to 306/8 at stumps on day three of the Irani Cup match against Jammu & Kashmir here at the Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium on Saturday.
India and the West Indies took on each other in the third and final ODI of the ongoing series. The two sides met in Mullanpur for the clash, and the game saw India come in to bat first and post a total of 351 runs in the first innings. Coming out to chase down the target, once again the performance of Amir Jangoo and Shai Hope stood out as the two showcased some excellent cricket .
BCCI President Mithun Manhas Hails Asian Games Mens T20 Gold Medal Triumph In Japan
BCCI President Mithun Manhas: BCCI President Mithun Manhas showered rich praise on the Shreyas Iyer-led T20I team following their Asian Games gold medal victory over arch-rivals Pakistan, stating that the side has established complete dominance on the global stage with no real competition left. India retained their Asian Games mens T20 gold medal with a 19-run victory over Pakistan in the final held at the Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. They are by far the best team of the tournament. We have won this title nine times already. We were defending champions. The way they have performed this time, it is commendable. We have defeated our arch-rivals Pakistan. I don't think they have any competition left, Manhas said to reporters on the sidelines of day three of the ongoing Irani Cup clash between Rest of India and Jammu & Kashmir at the Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium on Saturday. Opting to bat first, India posted a formidable 211/6, thanks to aggressive half-centuries from left-handed batters Abhishek Sharma (61) and Tilak Varma (51), while Shivam Dube provided late impetus with a crucial 27. In reply, Pakistans chase began with purpose before India made timely breakthroughs. Hasan Nawaz kept Pakistan in contention with a combative 51-ball 96, but the target proved beyond reach in the end. Needing 33 runs off the final over, Pakistan were held off reaching it as Washington Sundar and Axar Patel claimed two wickets each to seal a memorable victory for India. The way our team handles pressure situations, no other team in the country can do that. This is a very happy day. The whole country should celebrate. I would like to thank Jay Shah again. He was the BCCI General Secretary at the time. He has made a lot of contributions to building this team. Not only for the men's team, but our women's team has also won the World Cup. He has made a big contribution apart from men's cricket. I would like to say a special thanks to him, added Manhas. Highlighting cricket's expanding footprint across new regions under Shah, Manhas added, The sport is becoming globally famous. I just spoke about the ICC chair. He had a big contribution as the BCCI secretary. Now he is the chair of the ICC. You can see different teams from all over the world are participating. Every country is getting involved in cricket. It is a good thing that cricket is becoming a global sport. In a chat with broadcasters at the conclusion of the medal ceremony, Iyer lauded his squads willingness to adapt rather than make excuses. Heavy rains continuously disrupted Indias time since arriving in Japan on September 20. Following a brief five-over contest in Sano, which they won by just two runs over Japan, the Indian team reached Nagoya, only to see its September 28 quarterfinal against Afghanistan washed out due to rain. They managed to get their first full-fledged training session just ahead of the October 1 semifinal against Sri Lanka. If I have to use a word, I would say ecstatic. Since the day we arrived in Japan, it was raining cats and dogs, and we couldn't practice for almost a week. But the boys- the way they prepped themselves, and also how we were doing our training on the side we didn't complain, we didn't give any reasons (excuses), so that was the sign of a champion team, and today was just the reflection of that. When you're playing a final, you want every individual to step up and deliver, and that's what we witnessed today. Abhishek giving us that start, and then Tilak basically finishing off the innings and then in bowling, Washy taking the charge, Axar being himself all the time, and Bumrah- we know what he has got in his armoury. So, yeah, collective effort and overall I would say comprehensive win. Quizzed on his thoughts as Nawaz attempted to take the chase deep, Iyer said, Well, they were cruising pretty well, and they got that momentum in between. I just wanted to see to it that I got that fifth bowler (out of the way) as soon as possible, finish it off, and then (Jasprit) Bumrah was there, Washy (Washington Sundar) was there. The lead bowlers, they wanted to come in as well. When you're playing a final, you want every individual to step up and deliver, and that's what we witnessed today. Abhishek giving us that start, and then Tilak basically finishing off the innings and then in bowling, Washy taking the charge, Axar being himself all the time, and Bumrah- we know what he has got in his armoury. So, yeah, collective effort and overall I would say comprehensive win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Irani Cup: Smaran spearheads RoI fightback with a sublime hundred
The visiting side has a lead of 265 runs with two wickets in hand at close on day three
Team India has added another gold medal to its Asian Games campaign after defeating Pakistan in the men's T20 cricket final at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, on Saturday. India won the closely fought contest by 19 runs to successfully defend its Asian Games cricket title.
3rd ODI: 'Believe In Yourself', Virat Kohli While Giving ODI Cap To Anshul Kamboj
West Indies Photo: Talismanic batter Virat Kohli handed fast bowler Anshul Kamboj his debut ODI cap ahead of the third match against the West Indies here at the New PCA Stadium on Saturday, and advised the young pacer to believe in his abilities. Kamboj, who has already represented India in Test cricket by playing the Manchester Test against England last year, has become the 266th player to represent the country in the 50-over format. Anshul, big congratulations to you, Cap 266. We know you already played Test cricket for India. The reason is that, because of your consistency and clarity of thought, you got the opportunity to represent India in the whites, which is the greatest honour. But very few people get to become multi-format players, said Kohli while presenting the cap in the team huddle, in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts on Saturday. Kamboj joined the Indian team on Friday after being pulled out of India As second four-day game against Australia A in Puducherry, as fast bowler Prasidh Krishna was ruled out due to a left hamstring injury sustained in the second ODI in Guwahati. So another proud moment for you and your family. I just mentioned you have the skill sets; we've all seen that in the IPL with white ball cricket, the clarity with which you bowl and the areas that you bowl make it very difficult for batsmen to go after you. So believe in yourself in the same way; we'll all back you, and congratulations and a very proud moment for you, added Kohli. Kamboj joined the Indian team on Friday after being pulled out of India As second four-day game against Australia A in Puducherry, as fast bowler Prasidh Krishna was ruled out due to a left hamstring injury sustained in the second ODI in Guwahati. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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3rd ODI: Andrew Taken For X-ray At Hospital After Injuring Finger While Taking Dhirs Catch
New PCA Stadium: West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Jewel Andrew has been taken to the hospital for an X-ray after sustaining a finger injury while completing the catch of Naman Dhir during the ongoing third ODI against India at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh on Saturday. The incident occurred on the last ball of the 36th over of Indias innings, when batting all-rounder Naman Dhir chipped a nicely tossed-up delivery from West Indies left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie towards cover. Andrew, positioned in there, completed a clean catch to break a threatening 65-run partnership, as Dhir was dismissed for a brisk 30 off 21 balls, laced with three fours and two sixes. However, while taking the catch, Andrew copped a severe blow to his finger, which forced him to go off the field for immediate medical assistance and further assessment. As a result, Cricket West Indies (CWI) said Andrew will not be able to open the innings in the West Indies chase of 352, and John Campbell will be replaced at the top by skipper Shai Hope. Jewel Andrew has gone to hospital for an X-ray after sustaining a blow to his finger while taking the catch to dismiss Naman Dhir during the Indian innings. Andrew was originally scheduled to open the innings. Captain Shai Hope will now partner John Campbell at the top of the order, said a medical update from Cricket West Indies (CWI). The forced injury reshuffle means Campbell will have a third opening partner in this series in the form of Hope. West Indies will also fret over the batting availability of wrist-spinner Vitel Lawes, who conceded 54 runs in five overs and later limped off with a left calf problem. Jewel Andrew has gone to hospital for an X-ray after sustaining a blow to his finger while taking the catch to dismiss Naman Dhir during the Indian innings. Andrew was originally scheduled to open the innings. Captain Shai Hope will now partner John Campbell at the top of the order, said a medical update from Cricket West Indies (CWI). Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Irani Cup: Smarans 126* fuels Rest of India fightback, lead over J&K swells to 265
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Oct 3 (IANS) Left-handed batter Ravichandran Smaran struck an unbeaten 126 to orchestrate a stunning recovery for the Rest of India as they went from a precarious 197/8 to 306/8 at stumps on day three of the Irani Cup match against Jammu & Kashmir here at the Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium on Saturday. Partnering tailender Mukesh Choudhary in an unbroken 109-run ninth-wicket partnership, Smarans aggressive century helped Rest of India erase a 41-run first-innings deficit and push their overall lead to a substantial 265 runs. Resuming from 24/1, Rest of India weathered an attritional opening session before losing top-order wickets in quick succession after lunch. Opener Sanat Sangwan anchored the early resistance with a patient 141-ball 55, while promoted bowling all-rounder Saransh Jain contributed 25. But Jammu & Kashmirs bowling attack threatened to seize absolute control. Right-arm pacer Umar Nazir Mir and off-spinner Sahil Lotra spearheaded the charge, picking up three wickets apiece to dismantle the middle order. Nazir made crucial breakthroughs by removing Sangwan, Jain, and Sarfaraz Khan, while Lotra exploited the turning pitch by taking 3-71 across 26 disciplined overs. Lotra accounted for Manav Suthar, Akash Deep, and skipper Rishabh Pant, who batted down the order at number eight due to fever and fell for eight as the off-spinner trapped him LBW. When Akash Deeps dismissal left the rest of India reeling at 197/8, J&K looked set for a swift end to the innings. But Smaran, the new Karnataka captain who was the leading run-scorer in last years Ranji Trophy Elite competition, was immovable like a wall, just like the original 'Wall', Rahul Dravid, also from his home state. It was a day when J&K applied all their force to move him, but Smaran hung around, as he left the hosts' bowlers tired and frustrated in the process. Along the way, he added an Irani Cup record partnership for the ninth wicket with Choudhary, who remained firm and resolute while facing 47 balls for his unconquered nine runs. It also helped RoI that J&Ks bowlers suffered from severe front-foot discipline issues throughout the day, overstepping 21 times during the innings. Nazir was the primary offender, taking his match tally of no-balls to 22 and giving Smaran a reprieve on 104 when he was caught off an overstepping delivery. J&Ks decision to adopt defensive fields allowed Smaran to comfortably farm the strike, as he smashed 26 runs off 18 deliveries after reaching his hundred to shift the pressure back onto the host team. With two wickets still in hand and a lead crossing 250, the Rest of India hold a commanding position heading into the penultimate day of the game. With the pitch set to deteriorate at the picturesque venue, it has set up a tantalising day four. Brief Scores: Rest of India 237 and 306/8 in 94 overs (Smaran Ravichandran 126 not out, Sanat Sangwan 55; Sahil Lotra 3-71, Umar Nazir 3-87) lead Jammu & Kashmir 278 by 265 runs
3rd ODI: Rahul's unbeaten 129, Rohit and Gaikwad fifties take India to 351/7 against WI
Digital Desk | New Chandigarh, Oct 3 (IANS) KL Rahul's career-best score of 129 not out off 87 balls, along with fifties from ex-captain Rohit Sharma and Ruturaj Gaikwad, powered India to 351/7 in the third and final ODI against the West Indies at the new PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh on Saturday. It was a strong recovery for India after Jayden Seales had reduced the hosts to 4/2 inside three overs. From there, Rohit took time before bringing out belligerent shots to hit 92 off 85 balls, laced with ten fours and three sixes. He also shared a 137-run partnership with Gaikwad, who was fluent in hitting 57 off 69 balls studded with a four and four sixes. After the duo fell, Rahul, batting for the first time this series, put on a fine masterclass in middle-order batting by slamming a magnificent century laced with ten fours and six maximums, as he took India past the 350-run mark, something which will really challenge the West Indies. For the visitors, Seales finished with 3-62, while Keemo Paul took 2-71 and Gudakesh Motie had 1-67, though they will be hugely disappointed with six catches split four of Gaikwad and two of Rahul. After the West Indies were put into bowling first, Seales struck in the second over by getting Shubman Gill, who had made a hundred and a double hundred in the first two games, caught down the leg side for one. Virat Kohli walked in and was beaten on the flick by Seales as the delivery held its line to uproot the middle stump and send him back for a duck. Rohit and Gaikwad steadied things, and it was slow going at first. Rohit survived an LBW shout and a West Indies review that showed the ball missing the stumps. India finished the Powerplay on 28/2, among their lowest totals in recent years. Rohit then turned the tempo in the post-first-ten-overs phase by targeting Paul and Alzarri Joseph for boundaries. In the process, he also became the quickest to 10,000 ODI runs as an opener by getting there in 202 innings. Gaikwad made the most of the four reprieves by hitting sixes over mid-wicket and reached his fifty in the 27th over. Rohit got to his own half-century off 58 balls, and the pair brought up the hundred stand when he slog-swept Vitel Lawes for six. Lawes had a miserable day by conceding 54 runs in five overs and later limped off with a left calf problem. Rohit missed out on a hundred by eight runs when he top-edged a pull off Paul to Jewel Andrew, who held a good diving catch at deep mid-wicket. Seales then removed Gaikwad when the ball bounced more than he expected and lobbed a catch to backward point. At 160/4, the game was finely poised, and Rahul ensured India surged ahead. He picked singles and was patient, even as Naman Dhir got his first international cricket boundaries off Seales and then pulled Joseph and Motie for six each. After Dhir chipped to cover off Motie for 30 off 21 balls and ended his 65-run stand with Rahul, the wicketkeeper-batter had reached his fifty off 41 balls by then. Nitish Kumar Reddy struggled for fluency and soon nicked behind off Paul to fall for nine. Debutant Anshul Kamboj lit up the closing stages with two sixes in a single over off Motie, before his 17 off nine balls ended in a run-out after a mix-up with Rahul. Helped by Kamboj and Gurnoor giving strike consistently to Rahul, he was able to take charge in the closing overs -- a short ball on leg stump from Seales in the 49th over was helped over fine leg to get his ninth ODI hundred, off 80 balls. He pulled off his helmet, spread his arms wide and was hugged by Brar at mid-pitch. It was also the ninth individual century of the series, the most in any three-match ODI series. After Rahul lofted Seales down the ground for six, Paul then offered two full tosses that were sent over the leg side for maximums, and Rahul closed the innings with a heave through mid-wicket for two, as India piled up 105 runs in the last 60 balls. Brief scores: India 351/7 in 50 overs (KL Rahul 129 not out, Rohit Sharma 92; Jayden Seales 3-62, Keemo Paul 2-71) against West Indies
Rahul, Rohit Shine as India Post 351 in 3rd ODI
KL Rahul's unbeaten 129 and Rohit Sharma's 92 helped India recover from early setbacks to post a formidable 351 for seven against the West Indies in the third and final ODI in Mullanpur.
Rahul 129*, Rohit and Gaikwad fifties set West Indies 352 target
India were forced to dig deep when Jayden Seales reduced them to 4 for 2 in New Chandigarh
Irani Cup: Smaran's unbeaten ton puts RoI in control vs J and K
Ravichandran Smaran's unbeaten 126 propelled the Rest of India to a commanding 265-run lead against Jammu and Kashmir on Day 3 of their Irani Cup match in Srinagar, despite early setbacks for India batters Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan.
India Win Asian Games 2026 Men's Hockey Gold, Beat Malaysia 5-1 To Qualify For LA 2028
After women's team, now Indian men's hockey team has won the gold medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 after defeating Malaysia 5-1 in the final on Saturday, 3 October. This win has got India back to back two gold medals
We Didn't Complain: Shreyas Iyer Reveals The Secret Behind India's Asian Games Gold
India skipper Shreyas Iyer on Saturday said his team's refusal to complain despite a disrupted build-up to the Asian Games was a sign of a champion team and laid the foundation for its gold medal in the continental event.
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Not About Pakistan, Only Gold: Shivam Dube's Emotional Take On Asian Games Triumph
Indian team scripted history with a golden double in cricket. Star all-rounder Shivam Dube described the men's Asian Games gold medal triumph as a deeply emotional and proud moment, saying that winning gold for the country and making the nation proud was an achievement beyond words
Asian Games: PM Modi Celebrates Indias Golden Run, Hails Pranavi And Kumkum
Kasugai Country Club East Course: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Pranavi Sharath Urs and Kumkum Anil Mohod for scripting history with gold medals in womens individual golf and recurve archery, respectively. Modi described the victories as memorable sporting moments for the nation and extended his best wishes to the athletes and the cricket team for their future endeavours. One for the history books! Congratulations to Pranavi Sharath Urs on winning Indias first-ever Gold in Womens Individual Golf at the Asian Games. Her superb finish has given the nation a sporting moment to remember. May this victory draw more young Indians to the game and inspire them to aim for the very top. Well played and best wishes to Pranavi, PM Modi posted on X. Pranavi produced a 15-under 265 total over four rounds at Kasugai Country Club East Course to claim the title. She entered the final round with a three-stroke lead and recovered from a triple bogey on the third hole with birdies on the sixth, 10th and 13th before finishing the round at even-par 70. Gold that will always be remembered. Congratulations to Kumkum Anil Mohod on becoming the first Indian woman to win Recurve Individual Gold at the 2026 Asian Games. Her composure in the decisive shoot-off was particularly outstanding. May she keep aiming higher! Best wishes for her future endeavours, posted PM Modi. The teenager secured the individual title after a dramatic final against South Koreas Yejin Oh. The contest was tied at 5-5 after five sets before Kumkum prevailed in the one-arrow shoot-off, responding to Ohs 8 with a 10. Gold that will always be remembered. Congratulations to Kumkum Anil Mohod on becoming the first Indian woman to win Recurve Individual Gold at the 2026 Asian Games. Her composure in the decisive shoot-off was particularly outstanding. May she keep aiming higher! Best wishes for her future endeavours, posted PM Modi. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Joyous Occasion For The Nation': PM Modi Praises Men's Cricket Team For Gold Medal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the Indian men's cricket team for defending their gold medal at the Asian Games after a strong 19-run win over Pakistan in the Aichi-Nagoya Games final at the Karogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Modi heaped praise on the team for their second straight gold, calling it a joyous occasion for the nation. The gold comes to India yet again! Congratulations to our Mens Cricket Team on retaining their title at the Asian Games. This is indeed a joyous occasion for the nation. My best wishes to the team members for their future endeavours, a statement from the PMO India read. Earlier, ICC chairman Jay Shah also congratulated the men's team for the win. Nagoya and Japan have written a proud new chapter in crickets history. Congratulations to Team India on a campaign worthy of this moment, and heartfelt thanks to every competing nation, to the Olympic Council of Asia and organisers whose vision brought us here, and to the thousands of fans whose presence reminded us why cricket is so special anywhere in the world, Shah wrote on X. Abhishek Sharma's breathtaking 61 off 28, Tilak Varma's unbeaten 51 off 22 and an all-round effort from Washington Sundar, Axar Patel and Shivam Dube helped India clinch back-to-back Asian Games gold medals in men's cricket as they beat Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final. India produced a brilliant, breathless and golden finish after posting 211/6, with Abhishek setting the tone with the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak and Dube provided a late surge. Abhishek Sharma's breathtaking 61 off 28, Tilak Varma's unbeaten 51 off 22 and an all-round effort from Washington Sundar, Axar Patel and Shivam Dube helped India clinch back-to-back Asian Games gold medals in men's cricket as they beat Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Team India took on the West Indies in the third ODI of the ongoing series. The two sides met at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, on October 3rd. The game began...
'Congratulations To Team India': ICC Chairman Jay Shah Hails Shreyas Iyer's Gold-winning Side
International Cricket Council: International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah heaped praise on the Indian men's T20 cricket team for winning the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 by beating Pakistan in the final at the Karogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Saturday. Shah also hailed the Olympic Council of Asia, the participating cricket nations and Japan cricket for organising the event. Nagoya and Japan have written a proud new chapter in crickets history. Congratulations to Team India on a campaign worthy of this moment, and heartfelt thanks to every competing nation, to the Olympic Council of Asia and organisers whose vision brought us here, and to the thousands of fans whose presence reminded us why cricket is so special anywhere in the world, Shah wrote on X. Shah was present at the ceremony when the three teams were given the medals. India clinched the gold, while Pakistan settled for silver and Sri Lanka clinched the bronze medal. Abhishek Sharma's breathtaking 61 off 28, Tilak Varma's unbeaten 51 off 22 and an all-round effort from Washington Sundar, Axar Patel and Shivam Dube helped India clinch back-to-back Asian Games gold medals in men's cricket as they beat Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final. India produced a brilliant, breathless and golden finish after posting 211/6, with Abhishek setting the tone with the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak and Dube provided a late flourish. But Pakistan were not going down without a fight and were powered by a magnificent 96 off 51 from Hasan Nawaz. But India's spinners and all-rounders held their nerve in a frenzied finish, with Dube taking the wicket of Nawaz on the final ball to end Pakistan's innings at 192 for 6 and sending the Indian players into wild celebrations. India produced a brilliant, breathless and golden finish after posting 211/6, with Abhishek setting the tone with the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak and Dube provided a late flourish. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Asian Games Gold Medal Belongs To Whole Of India, Says Ishan Kishan After Win Over Pakistan
Korogi Sports Park: A delighted Ishan Kishan dedicated India retaining its Asian Games gold medal with a triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan in the final to the entire country, adding that victories in multi-sporting events belong to every Indian who backed them. India retained its Asian Games mens cricket gold medal with a 19-run victory over Pakistan in the final at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. It also meant India got its 19th gold medal of the ongoing edition of the continental event. Its very important because as I just said, when we win medals, especially when we win in Asian Games, it's not just our victory, it's the victory of the whole of India. Everyone wins because we played with everyone's blessings and won this match. So, obviously it's a very good feeling, said Ishan to IANS at the conclusion of the game. It's the victory of the whole of India. Like I said, when you play Asian Games or go to the Olympics, it's never about what you did well and you won this. It's the victory for the whole of India and I would always want that whatever we win, it should be enjoyed by the whole of India, he added. Shreyas Iyer-led India, unchanged from its semifinal win over Sri Lanka, opted to bat and posted 211/6, powered by aggressive fifties from left-handed batters Abhishek Sharma (61) and Tilak Varma (51), while Shivam Dube chipped in with a crucial 27. Pakistans chase began with purpose, but India kept finding wickets at key moments. Hasan Nawaz, however, refused to let the contest slip away, producing a superb 51-ball 96 to keep Pakistan in contention. Shreyas Iyer-led India, unchanged from its semifinal win over Sri Lanka, opted to bat and posted 211/6, powered by aggressive fifties from left-handed batters Abhishek Sharma (61) and Tilak Varma (51), while Shivam Dube chipped in with a crucial 27. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Getting Asian Games Gold Medal Is A Different Feeling Entirely,' Says Tilak Varma
Getting Asian Games: Expressing immense pride after contributing to India's gold-medal-winning performance in the Asian Games final against arch-rivals Pakistan, left-handed batter Tilak Varma dedicated the victory to the nation and his parents, adding that holding the tricolour on the podium is a unique emotion that stands apart from ICC titles. India retained their Asian Games mens T20 gold medal with a hard-fought 19-run victory over Pakistan in the final at the Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Obviously, very proud that we have added one more gold medal for our country and it's surreal feeling right now. Asian Games is something different - winning other tournaments like Champions Trophy or World Cup is completely different. There we'll get a World Cup or something different feeling. But this feeling is holding the flag and getting that gold medal, it's a different feeling which we can't express and I'm lucky that this is the second time of me getting it and I'm really grateful for it, Varma told IANS on Saturday at the conclusion of the game. Shedding light on how he navigated the high-pressure final after India lost quick wickets, Varma, who hit 51 not out off 22 balls, detailed how his crucial 62-run partnership with Shivam Dube, who smashed a vital 27, helped stabilise the Indian innings and helped them cross the 200-run mark. Obviously, it's a big stage, playing final against Pakistan, there will be nerves. But at the same time, we have enough experience how to handle the pressure. At the same moment, when you play the finals, you should be in the present moment and just thinking about the team. So at that moment, I was just thinking what I can do for the team and especially when you see that back-to-back wickets were down -like when (skipper Shreyas) Iyer got out, I was just thinking like I just want to rotate for first two overs, because we can't lose one more wicket there, then we can't accelerate later on. So I was thinking, I was talking with Dube as well - the same thing that you just play for one-two overs, after that anyways we'll accelerate and we have shots, whenever we wanted we can go for the sixes. But the thing is, we can't lose a wicket for the next two overs, that's what I planned with Dube and at the end of the day, you have seen, we have got enough runs on the board, he elaborated. So at that moment, I was just thinking what I can do for the team and especially when you see that back-to-back wickets were down -like when (skipper Shreyas) Iyer got out, I was just thinking like I just want to rotate for first two overs, because we can't lose one more wicket there, then we can't accelerate later on. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Rain, no practice, then gold: Iyer hails 'champion' mindset
'We didn't complain, we didn't give any reason,' said Shreyas Iyer after India overcame a disrupted build-up to beat Pakistan and win Asian Games gold.
Asian Games gold reflection of teams champion mindset: Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer said the squad chose to adapt rather than make excuses before going on to beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the final
Indias Asian Games Gold Shows White-ball Cricket Strength, Says BCCI Secretary Saikia
Korogi Sports Park: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia hailed Indias mens cricket team after their thrilling 19-run win over Pakistan in the Asian Games final, saying the victory highlighted the countrys strength in white-ball cricket. It felt very good. A very delightful victory against Pakistan. It is always sweetest when we win the match against Pakistan, especially in all international tournaments. In the Asian Games, another gold came. So, I think India is a superpower in white-ball cricket nowadays, Saikia told IANS. India secured consecutive gold medals at the Asian Games in the men's cricket event after giving a high-quality performance and beating Pakistan at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. After winning the toss, captain Shreyas Iyer chose to bat first and India scored a formidable 211 for 6, thanks to Abhishek Sharma's outstanding 61 off 28 balls and Tilak Varma's unbeaten 51 off 22. Although India had lost Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (15) and Sanju Samson (4) early on, Abhishek stepped in during the Powerplay and hit seven sixes and three fours to reach his fifty in just 20 balls, which is the fastest fifty ever scored by an Indian player against Pakistan in T20 internationals. He finally scored 61 at a strike rate of 217.85, but Tilak and Shivam Dube made sure that India performed well at the end. They put on 62 runs for the sixth wicket, Tilak finishing the innings without being out on 51 and Dube scoring 27 from 15. The score came about with 18 runs scored in Sufyan Moqim's over and 23 in Saim Ayub's, before Dube was bowled off the very first ball of the last over. Even though the target was very high, Pakistan were never eliminated, mainly due to Hasan Nawaz, who scored 96 off 51 balls in a splendid counterattack. But in the later parts of the match India's spinners and all-rounders remained calm. Washington Sundar and Axar Patel kept Pakistan in check during the middle phase before Dube provided the deciding contribution by getting Nawaz out on the very last ball, thereby leaving Pakistan at 192 all out. Even though the target was very high, Pakistan were never eliminated, mainly due to Hasan Nawaz, who scored 96 off 51 balls in a splendid counterattack. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
De Zorzi out of SA's series opener against Australia with hamstring niggle
Ackerman could debut for SA in Durban with de Zorzi unavailable
3rd ODI: Naman Dhir Eyes Special Outing At Home Ground As Parents Watch From Stands
New PCA Stadium: A tough phase during the Covid-19 pandemic almost saw batting all-rounder Naman Dhir shift base to Canada, but a crucial push from his father to give cricket another shot for a year has brought him to play for India at his home ground with his parents watching from the stands. Faridkot-based Dhir is set to feature in the third ODI at the New PCA Stadium against the West Indies, an occasion that carries deep personal significance for him. After Covid-19 in 2020 and 2021, I was thinking of migrating to Canada where my sisters live because I hadn't gotten any break. At under 16, I played for Punjab. But after that, I didnt get any chance. But my dad said, Let's take one more year. Let's give it your all this year. Luckily, I got picked for Ranji Trophy and after that, I was picked for IPL and then the journey started, Dhir said in a chat with broadcasters ahead of the start of third ODI. Taking the field at his home venue in India colours marks a landmark moment for the young cricketer, surrounded by family, friends, and local supporters who have witnessed his rise. I think it will be a very good experience for me, playing in my home ground. My family is coming as well. A lot of people who know me have come here as well. I have started my journey here. So, it will be a very special moment for me, he said. Although eager to showcase his batting abilities in front of his home crowd and family, something which he hasnt got to do in Thiruvananthapuram and Guwahati, Dhir expressed complete satisfaction with how India's top order has been dictating play and dominating the ongoing series already clinched by the hosts. There was not an injury. It was only cramps because of the heat. So, I'm completely fine. Obviously, I'm very keen, especially in front of my home ground and my parents, I'm very keen to bat. Although eager to showcase his batting abilities in front of his home crowd and family, something which he hasnt got to do in Thiruvananthapuram and Guwahati, Dhir expressed complete satisfaction with how India's top order has been dictating play and dominating the ongoing series already clinched by the hosts. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Fatima Sana joins Perth Scorchers for WBBL 2026-27
Fatima Sana will be available for Perth Scorchers' first eight matches but might stay on if she is allowed to skip a Pakistan training camp ahead of the tour of the West Indies
India opt to bat against West Indies, Kamboj to make debut
India have handed an ODI debut to bowling all-rounder Anshul Kamboj, who was named as replacement for injured pacer Prasidh Krishna
India defended their Asian Games cricket gold medal in style after the men's team beat Pakistan by 19 runs on Saturday
3rd ODI: Kamboj Handed Debut, Nitish, Siraj Included As India Elect To Bat First Against WI
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Anshul Kamboj has been handed an ODI debut while Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj return to Indias playing eleven as captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bat first against the West Indies at the New PCA Stadium on Saturday. India have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-game series and a win on Saturday will help them get a 3-0 series triumph. Kamboj had joined the team on Friday after being pulled out of India As second four-day game against Australia A in Puducherry, as Prasidh Krishna was ruled out due to a left hamstring injury sustained in Guwahati. Nitish and Siraj replace Ravindra Jadeja and Auqib Nabi in the playing eleven. Beautiful surface, going to be a good wicket to bat on. Our batting has been good, bowling has been a concern at times. We need to keep trying and be better. 15-20 runs make a huge difference. I think the more we play, it is better as our bowling is inexperienced. That will make a huge difference for us, said Gill, who won the toss for third straight time. West Indies captain Shai Hope said he hopes his team are more consistent with the bat here. The visitors have made three changes:- Jewel Andrew, Matthew Forde and Gudakesh Motie come into the playing eleven in place of Keacy Carty, Roston Chase and Shamar Joseph. I just want to be consistent with the bat. I thought we've been playing some really good cricket in the batting side of things. It's just about being a little bit better with the ball and executing more on our plans. But just on that, you just got to look at the positives, got to make sure that we're building on that and then find ways to improve the weaknesses. Quizzed on the exposure and development of the young players in the team touring India for the first time, Hope said, It's really good. When you come to India, you want to play against the best teams in the world and they really embraced it. I can see that the effort they fight and it's good to see they're learning a lot in the short space of time. So hopefully they can continue to grow as strong cricketers. Playing XIs: India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Gurnoor Brar Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Abhishek, Tilak and spinners secure gold for India at Asian Games again
Silver for Pakistan in men's cricket, despite a fighting 96 from Nawaz in Nisshin
Indian Fans Turn Nagoya Blue for India Vs Pakistan Asian Games Cricket Final
Indian cricket fans travelled thousands of kilometres, paying exorbitant prices for tickets and travel, to witness the India-Pakistan men's cricket final at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a stadium back home.
India Outclass Pakistan In Men's Cricket Final, Makes It A Sweet Double At Asian Games
After the women's team, the men's team beat Pakistan in the gold medal clash by 19 runs at the ongoing Asian Games on Saturday, on the back of heroic efforts from Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma and Axar Patel.
Kamboj debuts, Siraj and Reddy back as India bat
West Indies made three changes, bringing in Jewel Andrew, Matthew Forde and Gudakesh Motie
Asian Games: Abhishek, Tilak, Washington, Axar And Dube Power India To Back-to-back Gold (Ld)
Korogi Sports Park: Abhishek Sharmas breathtaking 61 off 28, Tilak Varmas unbeaten 51 off 22 and an all-round effort from Washington Sundar, Axar Patel and Shivam Dube helped India clinch back-to-back Asian Games gold medals in mens cricket as they beat Pakistan by 19 runs in a thrilling final at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. India produced a brilliant, breathless and golden finish after posting 211/6, with Abhishek setting the tone with the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak and Dube provided a late surge. But Pakistan were not going down without a fight and were powered by a magnificent 96 off 51 from Hasan Nawaz. But Indias spinners and all-rounders held their nerve in a frenzied finish with Dube taking the wicket of Nawaz on the final ball to end Pakistans innings at 192 for 6 and sending the Indian players into wild celebrations. India began their innings in typically aggressive fashion after Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat first. The 15-year-old left-hander Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 15 in nine with two sixes before Saim Ayub dismissed him in the second over. Sanju Samson scored four in six before Ahmed Daniyal had him caught at mid-on. However, the quick wickets did little to deter Abhishek Sharma. The southpaw was in devastating touch in the Powerplay, reaching his fifty off 20 balls as India struck at 81/2 in the first six overs. Pakistan's fielding was also a source of frustration for them, with Saim Ayub dropping two catches in the same over while Daniyal missed a direct-hit chance to dismiss Abhishek. Abhishek finally holed out to Arafat Minhas for a spectacular 61 off 28 deliveries with three fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 217.85. The Pakistan attack had a very short window to attack before the pressure from their spin bowlers started taking India. Ishan Kishan made 20 off 18 balls before the heat was felt and Shreyas Iyer added 21 from 24 balls before they lost their wickets under the pressure. However, India had raced past 150 in 16.4 overs and had enough in the tank to unleash a late onslaught. Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube blended superbly at the end to make it a 62-run partnership for the sixth wicket at the end. The duo batted without respite, scoring 12 runs off the 17th over of Abrar Ahmed, 18 runs in the 18th over of Sufyan Moqim and 23 runs of the 19th over by Saim Ayub. Daniyal struck on the first ball of the final over, removing Dube for 27 off 15, but Tilak finished 51 not out from 22 balls, including three fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 231.81, and Axar Patel scored the final single to take India to 211/6. Tilak reached his fifty from 21 balls, making it the second-fastest fifty for India against Pakistan in the format, behind only Abhisheks 20-ball effort earlier in the day. The 62-run stand between Tilak and Dube is the second-highest for the sixth wicket or lower in a 5-plus team T20I tournament final, only behind the 68* between Kumar Sangakkara and Angelo Mathews against the same opponent in the T20 World Cup 2009 final at Lords. Indias total of 211/6 also marked the second instance of a full-member team scoring over 200 in a 5-plus team T20I tournament final, after India had posted 255/5 against New Zealand in the T20 WC 2026 final in Ahmedabad. Abhisheks assault also saw him join an elite list of Indian batters in T20I finals. His 7 sixes against Pakistan put him second on the list of most sixes for India in T20I finals, behind Sanju Samsons 8 against New Zealand in Ahmedabad in 2026. Tilak hit four sixes to match Virat Kohli, Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan at the top of the list of India's most successful six-hitters in T20I finals. Pakistan's run-chase got underway at a steady pace but the Indian attack continued to pick wickets at regular intervals. Hasan Nawaz, on the other hand, launched a breathtaking counterattack to frustrate Pakistan's cause with a majestic 96 off 51 balls. His assault appeared to have the potential to flip the final on its head as Pakistan pursued the giant chase. India's all-rounders and spinners showed their true mettle when the pressure mounted. Washington Sundar and Axar Patel shared the middle overs and prevented Pakistan from building a big total while Dube scored the most important runs, coming in at the death and removing Nawaz on the final ball of the match. India's all-rounders and spinners showed their true mettle when the pressure mounted. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India Clinch Gold After Thrilling 19-Run Win Over Pakistan in Asian Games Final
India clinched the men's cricket gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games with a thrilling 19-run victory over Pakistan in the final at Nisshin, Japan. Batting first, India posted a formidable 211/6, powered by an explosive start from Abhishek Sharma and
Ayub dropped two catches during the match, with Shreyas Iyer and Abhishek Sharma among the Indian batters involved in the missed opportunities. The dropped catches proved particularly costly, as Abhishek Sharma went on to smash 61 runs off just 28 balls, providing India with a rapid-fire contribution.
Asian Games: Axar, Washington And Shivam Pick Two As India Beat Pakistan By 19 Runs To Clinch Gold
Korogi Sports Park: Lone warrior Hasan Nawaz kept Pakistan alive with his unbeaten 96 off 51 deliveries but it wasn't enough as India clinched a dominant 19 runs victory to defend their gold medal in the Asian Games mens cricket final match at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Spin duo of Washington Sundar and Axar Patel clinched two wickets each as Shivam Dube in the later part of the run chase clinched two dominant wicket too to help India beat Pakistan. Earlier, Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak Varma produced a blazing late assault as India overcame a sluggish surface to post 211/6 in 20 overs. Abhishek reached his fifty in just 20 deliveries, bettering his own 24-ball effort against Pakistan in Dubai in 2025, while Tilak followed with a 21-ball fifty as the duo took India through contrasting phases of the innings. Abhishek eventually made 61 off 28 balls, with three fours and seven sixes, while Tilak and Shivam Dube added 62 runs for the sixth wicket to give India a strong finish. Abhishek reached his fifty in just 20 deliveries, bettering his own 24-ball effort against Pakistan in Dubai in 2025, while Tilak followed with a 21-ball fifty as the duo took India through contrasting phases of the innings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India vs West Indies LIVE Score, 3rd ODI Cricket Match Scorecard: India's under-fire bowling unit faces a stern test of redemption when they take on the West Indies in the third and final ODI
Indias gold medal tally at the Asian Games 2026 rose once more as the mens cricket team registered a brilliant victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in the summit clash of the event. The two sides met...
'Pranavi Urs Has Created History': IGPL CEO Uttam Mundy Hails Asian Games 2026 Golf Gold
Pranavi Urs has made history. The 23-year-old golfer on Saturday became the first Indian woman golfer to win a gold medal at the Asian Games
IND vs WI 3rd ODI LIVE score: India opt to bat first, look to post massive total in first innings
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India vs West Indies Free Live Telecast, 3rd ODI Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Live
India vs West Indies Free Live Telecast, 3rd ODI Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Live
Kohli's Childhood Coach Rajkumar Sharma Appointed Delhi Cricket's State Mentor
Delhi Premier League Season: Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma has been appointed as the state mentor of Delhi cricket by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA), as he is set to bring in his extensive coaching experience and deep understanding of the state's ecosystem into the mentorship role for the youngsters. Rajkumar is a recipient of the Dronacharya Award and coached Kohli during his formative days. However, his work with Delhi cricket extends well beyond one player. Rajkumar has trained several young cricketers. Recently, he was also the coach of New Delhi Tigers in Delhi Premier League Season 3, where his role revolved around guiding the emerging players, identifying potential and bridging the pathway between grassroots cricket and the competitive environment of the state franchise tournament. The renowned coach was also nominated as the Delhi & District Cricket Association's male representative nominee to the Indian Cricketers' Association (ICA) Apex Body. Speaking on the appointment, Rajumar said he was honoured to be named to the position. I am honoured to take on this responsibility with the DDCA and grateful to President Rohan Jaitley for his trust. Having been closely associated with Delhi cricket for many years, I look forward to contributing to its next phase. Delhi has immense talent and has given India some great players over the years, including Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, Ishant Sharma, Virender Sehwag, Shikhar Dhawan and Rishabh Pant, along with many promising players from the new generation. Our focus must be on identifying and nurturing this talent from the grassroots, with the right guidance, technology and facilities, he said. I want to be accessible to every playerboy or girl, from club to state levelwho dreams of representing India and provide them with the right advice and mentorship. We also need to build an ecosystem where selections are transparent, players genuine needs are addressed, and those who require financial or other support are given the backing to develop fully. In line with Rohan Jaitleys proactive vision, I hope we can create a strong and transparent pathway that prepares deserving players to represent Delhi and, ultimately, India at the highest level, Rajkumar added. Meanwhile, DDCA president Rohan Jaitley welcomed Rajkumar in the role and praised him for his experience. He has been closely associated with Delhi cricket and has played an important role in nurturing young talent. His experience and understanding of the game make him a valuable addition to our set-up. We look forward to his mentorship helping our young cricketers grow and take the next step in their journey, Jaitley said. In line with Rohan Jaitleys proactive vision, I hope we can create a strong and transparent pathway that prepares deserving players to represent Delhi and, ultimately, India at the highest level, Rajkumar added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Asian Games Cricket Final: Abhishek, Tilak Power India To 211 Against Pakistan
India posted a formidable total of 211 for six against Pakistan in the men's cricket final at the Asian Games, driven by explosive half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma (61 off 28 balls) and Tilak Varma (unbeaten 51 off 22 balls).
Sri Lanka Secures Bronze, Beating Bangladesh In Men's Cricket At Asian Games
Sri Lanka produced a commanding all-round performance to beat Bangladesh by 63 runs and claim the bronze medal in men's cricket at the Asian Games 2026
Asian Games: Prez Murmu Congratulates Kumkum, Pranavi On Historic Gold Medals
Kasugai Country Club East Course: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday congratulated archery gold medallist Kumkum Mohod and golfer Pranavi Sharath Urs for their historic performances at the Asian Games 2026, highlighting their achievements as milestones for Indian women in sport. Congratulating Kumkum on becoming the first Indian woman to win the Asian Games individual recurve gold, the president said the 17-year-old had enjoyed an exceptional campaign at the Games and also contributed to Indias medal haul in the team events. Warmest congratulations to Kumkum Anil Mohod on scripting history as the first Indian to win the Gold Medal in the Recurve Womens Individual event at the Asian Games 2026, the President wrote on X. She also referred to the moment Indias national anthem was played at the archery venue following Kumkums gold-medal winning performance. The Asian Games venue resonated with our National Anthem after your gold medal winning performance, she wrote, adding that Kumkum had made a major contribution to the success of Indias women archers at the Games. The teenager secured the individual title after a dramatic final against South Koreas Yejin Oh. The contest was tied at 5-5 after five sets before Kumkum prevailed in the one-arrow shoot-off, responding to Ohs 8 with a 10. Her victory also secured an individual quota place for India for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The president said Kumkums performance could inspire young Indians, particularly girls, to pursue sporting excellence. Your performance and achievements will inspire countless youth, especially our girls to excel in their pursuits, she said. May you continue to hit the mark with your characteristic precision. The President also congratulated Pranavi Urs after the golfer became the first Indian woman to win an individual gold medal at the Asian Games. Heartiest congratulations to Pranavi Sharath Urs on winning the Gold Medal in the Womens Individual Stroke Play at the Asian Games 2026 and becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual Golf Gold at the Asian Games, she wrote. Pranavi produced a 15-under 265 total over four rounds at Kasugai Country Club East Course to claim the title. She entered the final round with a three-stroke lead and recovered from a triple bogey on the third hole with birdies on the sixth, 10th and 13th before finishing the round at even-par 70. The president praised the golfers composure throughout the competition, writing, From the opening tee to the final putt, you held your ground and claimed your place in the history of Indian golf. Pranavis gold was accompanied by another historic achievement for India, as she helped the womens team secure silver the countrys first medal in the womens team golf event at the Asian Games. The president praised the golfers composure throughout the competition, writing, From the opening tee to the final putt, you held your ground and claimed your place in the history of Indian golf. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India vs Pakistan LIVE: Abhishek Sharma
India vs Pakistan LIVE: Team India has set Pakistan a tough chase of 212 runs in the men's cricket gold medal match of the 2026 Asian Games as they
Korogi Sports Park: Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest fifty by an Indian against Pakistan in T20Is before Tilak Varma produced a blazing late assault as India overcame a sluggish surface to post 211/6 in 20 overs in the Asian Games mens cricket gold-medal match against their arch-rivals at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Abhishek reached his fifty in just 20 deliveries, bettering his own 24-ball effort against Pakistan in Dubai in 2025, while Tilak followed with a 21-ball fifty as the duo took India through contrasting phases of the innings. Abhishek eventually made 61 off 28 balls, with three fours and seven sixes, while Tilak and Shivam Dube added 62 runs for the sixth wicket to give India a strong finish. Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat first. India were asked to bat first, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi provided an explosive start before falling for 15 off 9 balls in the third over. The 15-year-old left-hander tried a funky shot against Saim Ayub but got the gloves of the custodian. Soon after, Sanju Samson followed. He attempted to take on Ahmed Daniyal but ended up holed out to mid-on for another low score. That brought Abhishek to the fore, and the southpaw immediately went on the offensive. He was ruthless against the Pakistan attack in a brilliant powerplay and reached his fifty off just 20 deliveries. Abhishek's knock ended in the eighth over when Arafat Minhas beat him, but by then he had put India firmly on top. The opener scored 61 off 28 balls with three fours and seven sixes, and Pakistan also missed a few chances in his whirlwind stay. But Pakistan did manage to choke them with spin for a while after Abhisheks dismissal, making it tough for Shreyas Iyer (21 off 24 balls) and Ishan Kishan (20 off 18 balls) to find the same fluency. Tilak and Dube, however, changed the complexion of the innings in the death overs. The pair shifted gears effortlessly and launched a series of attacking shots, taking 12 runs off Abrar Ahmed in the 17th over, 18 runs off Sufyan Moqim in the 18th and 23 runs off Saim Ayub in the 19th. Tilak reached his fifty from 21 balls, making it the second-fastest fifty for India against Pakistan in the format, behind only Abhisheks 20-ball effort earlier in the day. The 62-run stand between Tilak and Dube is the second-highest for the sixth wicket or lower in a 5-plus team T20I tournament final, only behind the 68* between Kumar Sangakkara and Angelo Mathews against the same opponent in the T20 World Cup 2009 final at Lords. Indias total of 211/6 also marked the second instance of a full-member team scoring over 200 in a 5-plus team T20I tournament final, after India had posted 255/5 against New Zealand in the T20 WC 2026 final in Ahmedabad. Abhisheks assault also saw him join an elite list of Indian batters in T20I finals. His 7 sixes against Pakistan put him second on the list of most sixes for India in T20I finals, behind Sanju Samsons 8 against New Zealand in Ahmedabad in 2026. Tilaks 4 sixes took him level with Virat Kohli, Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan among Indias leading six-hitters in T20I finals. Abhisheks assault also saw him join an elite list of Indian batters in T20I finals. His 7 sixes against Pakistan put him second on the list of most sixes for India in T20I finals, behind Sanju Samsons 8 against New Zealand in Ahmedabad in 2026. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
One final game remains, but the series has been decided. India and the West Indies return to the field for the third and final ODI on Saturday. The hosts lead the series 2-0 and the visitors are trying to prevent a
Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Smash 24 Runs In IND Vs PAK Asian Games 2026 Final
Saad Masood endured a nightmare as India's Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi combined to smash 24 runs in the India vs Pakistan Asian Games 2026 final. The onslaught came in Masood's second over, with India's batters finding the boundary repeatedly in a stunning display of power hitting.
f the India vs Pakistan cricket final for an Asian Games 2026 gold medal needed a spark, Abhishek Sharma provided plenty of it
Who Is Pranavi Urs? 23-Year-Old Makes History With Asian Games Golf Gold
Indian golfer Pranavi Urs made history on Saturday when she became the first Indian lady golfer to clinch a gold medal in the individual golf category at the Asian Games. The 23-year-old maintained her composure on the final day to end
IND vs PAK: Abhishek Sharma Smashes 61 Off 28 Balls Before Stumping Ends His Assault
India's thrilling start to the men's cricket gold medal match against Pakistan at the 2026 Asian Games was fueled by Abhishek Sharma's sensational knock of 61 off just 28 balls before being dismissed in the eighth over. India, who won the
India vs Pakistan LIVE Score, Asian Games 2026 Cricket Final: Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi have opened the batting for India in the men's cricket final against arch-rivals Pakistan at the Asian Games.
Unchanged India bat in Asian Games gold medal contest against Pakistan
There were no handshakes between the players at the toss, in keeping with the recent trend in India vs Pakistan cricket matches
Asian Games 2026: Unchanged India Opt To Bat First Against Pakistan In Gold Medal Clash
Nagoya Asian Games: Shreyas Iyer-led Team India opted to bat first against Pakistan in the men's cricket final of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 at the Karogi Sports Park here on Saturday. The Men in Blue went with an unchanged team for the gold medal clash as Arshdeep Singh, Yash Thakur and Vipraj Nigam remained on the bench. Eyes will turn towards the likes of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan and Jasprit Bumrah among others as India look to defend their title. Pakistan came into the final with one change as batting all-rounder Saad Masood got a game ahead of fast bowler Mohammad Wasim Jr. This is the first meeting between India and Pakistan in the Asian Games across men's and women's cricket. India started participating in the cricket event at the continental showpiece from the 2023 Hangzhou Games onwards and did not meet their arch rivals in the tournament until this point, where they meet them for the biggest prize. India made light work of a second-string Sri Lankan side on a challenging surface in the semifinal as they registered a stellar 124-run win with Ishan Kishan and bowlers leading the way. On the other hand, Pakistan chased a decent 112 against Bangladesh in the semifinal in a six-wicket win with nine balls to spare in a curtailed game. Both the teams saw their quarterfinals washed out due to rain in Nisshin, and the semifinals were their first outings at the Games. For India, Kishan scored a marvellous 80 from 46 balls with five sixes and four fours, while teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also gave a strong start of 38 from 21 balls as India made an over-par 169/7. The Indian bowlers also starred as they bowled Sri Lanka for 45 to win by a huge margin. The Pakistani bowlers spun a web to keep Bangladesh to 111/7. Ayub was in particular hard to deal with, as he gave only three runs in his two overs for a wicket. Pakistan were given a scare in the chase when Mahedi Hasan removed Sahibzada Farhan in the second over. Maaz Sadaqat (15 from 7 balls), Usman Khan (14 from 9 balls) and Saim Ayub (21 from 12 balls) kept the scoreboard ticking with their cameos. Pakistan were 76/4 and then got the over that they needed when Abdul Samad and Hasan Nawaz took 23 overs from Mustafizur Rahman's 10th over, with Samad hitting 22 of them. The Men in Green then needed 13 runs from 18 balls, and they had done the hard work. Nawaz hit the winning four in the 12th over to win the game. Playing XIs: India: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (w), Shreyas Iyer (c), Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Here are the live streaming and live telecast details of the India vs Pakistan Asian Games cricket final:
Freer, Grateful Kohli No Longer 'overly Intense' About Achievements, Says De Villiers
ODI World Cup: Virat Kohli has reached a stage in his illustrious career where he is no longer overly intense about milestones, according to former South Africa captain AB de Villiers, who sees his long-time friend playing with a newfound sense of gratitude and freedom as he navigates the final stretch of his journey in international cricket. In eight ODI innings in 2026, Kohli has amassed 552 runs at an astonishing average of 78.85 and strike-rate of 118.20 making him the third leading run-getter after India captain Shubman Gill and Englands premier batter Joe Root. That's a natural thing to happen at the back end of your career, where you realise my days are numbered, whether it's one year or two or three years. Who knows how long Virat will go for. Only he will know what his goals are, if it's maybe his last ODI World Cup, he will try and win it. I don't know how many IPLs he has left in him, but that's obviously a completely personal decision. I think towards the back end of a person's career, you realise how grateful you must be and how lucky you have been to have had such a long career after where you come from. You think back to your early days as a five-year-old boy running around the cricket field and just enjoying the game. It almost does the full cycle. In the middle of your career, we're always, as athletes, very driven, very emotional, and want to win every trophy and be the best in the world. I think this is a phase where Virat is sort of just letting go a bit and looking around him and realising how lucky he has been and how grateful he must be for everything that has come his way. He's achieved everything in cricket. That's also maybe something that pops in the back of his mind I've achieved everything. I don't have to be so intense about achievements anymore, de Villiers told IANS in a select chat facilitated by FanCode, the official broadcaster of World Championship of Legends. In Thiruvananthapuram, the venue for India's ODI series opener against West Indies, Kohli became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to score 15,000 ODI runs via smashing his 55th ODI century an unbeaten 139. In a career packed with records, titles and accolades, Kohli now speaks with a sense of gratitude for the journey and a desire to keep improving. From the fiery teenager who debuted for India to the seasoned veteran whos full of gratitude and oozes humility in his words, Kohlis transformation in demeanour has been striking. Just enjoy the journey, enjoy my teammates, have a great influence in other people's careers and lives. Whatever comes my way at the back end of my career, I'm happy and grateful for it and it's really good to see. I've spoken to Virat and he will recall me speaking to him at the age of 28 to 32 about being too overly intense, to sort of just sit back a bit, work hard on your game and have an impact in other people's lives. That is definitely shining through now more than ever and very happy for him. It's an incredible run of form. We've seen this kind of form in 2012 to 2014 and then again 2016 to 2019 and now this is like a third peak for him in really taking his game to the next level. We've often heard him speak about taking his game to the next level, thinking about the game a little bit differently and you can see that in that positive approach and that aggressive approach he's taking on. So it makes me very happy to see him perform like he is, added de Villiers. This mental shift and relaxed approach have translated directly into a tactical evolution for ODIs, where he has abandoned his traditional anchor role for outright aggression right from the start of his innings. According to data from CricViz, Kohli has been striking at an unprecedented 119 across his first 20 deliveries in ODIs this year - far exceeding his previous best of 89 in both 2016 and 2018. The shift is further illustrated by an early attacking shot rate of 58.7 percent and a boundary percentage of 17.9 percent during Kohlis first 20 balls in ODIs in 2026. The metrics also reflect a sharp increase in his power-hitting, with Kohli hitting a six every 27.4 balls in 2026, which is miles ahead as compared to 2025 (52.1) and 2014 (52.9). Asked whether this six-hitting version of Kohli in ODIs represents a better iteration of the batter, de Villiers opined, It's difficult to say. I think it is a better version because of the way he's so relaxed and out there in the middle, you can almost see he's completely free. He showed signs of that at the ICC Champions Trophy in the UAE in 2025. I started seeing him play a different role and then he got stuck a little bit again, going back to old habits, and then just sort of let go completely again. But that's the way I love Virat and I've always said that there's a side of him that people don't know. I think we're seeing that side more than ever now, where he's just completely focused almost on other people and he realises that all he can do is just go out there and express his talent and let the fans and the people around the world enjoy that for one last time or for the next two years or three or five years. I don't know for how long, but I love seeing this side of him. I think it must be an incredible experience to share a dressing room with him as a youngster now. I think they are learning from him more than ever being in this state of mind. But yes, I think because he's so free, he's making sound decisions out there. He's not so intense and not overthinking the game. He's going a lot on gut feel, it seems. Generally, the gut feel is right as your instinct takes over. He's played this game all his life. When Virat plays with his instinct, he's pretty much unstoppable. It's quite scary to think of where this will go and how good and how big of an impact he's going to play for Team India in the 2027 World Cup. De Villiers signed off by strongly cautioning the Indian selectors against moving on from both Kohli and Rohit Sharma, adding that their wealth of experience remain essential to the national setup in their quest to win their third mens ODI World Cup. That's a personal call that the Indian selectors will have to make. From my point of view, I wouldn't go without Rohit. I think he comes with incredible experience, him and Virat, and the combination, and belief the rest of the squad gets because of the two of them being there is just immeasurable. So I wouldn't go without him - whether he's in great form now or not is irrelevant, in my opinion. Just the kind of leadership qualities and the belief he instils in the rest of the team is great for the side. Form-wise, it's always something you can work on. Fitness-wise, I think he'll still be fine. I've played in most of the squads I was part of throughout my career. There were always a couple of more experienced players or older guys who are not as agile in the field anymore. That's a personal call that the Indian selectors will have to make. From my point of view, I wouldn't go without Rohit. I think he comes with incredible experience, him and Virat, and the combination, and belief the rest of the squad gets because of the two of them being there is just immeasurable. So I wouldn't go without him - whether he's in great form now or not is irrelevant, in my opinion. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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England Pacer Brydon Carse Charged Over August Nightclub Incident
England bowler Brydon Carse has been charged with breaching the England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) conduct regulations following a nightclub incident. The charge, which follows an investigation by England's Cricket Regulator, refers to events that took place on August 23 when Carse was handcuffed by police officers after a celebratory night out in Derby with his Durham teammates. It was later confirmed he had been arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly before being de-arrested after agreeing to depart. Derbyshire Police had said they were investigating an alleged assault in connection with the incident but in September determined no further action would be taken. Following a Cricket Regulator investigation, Brydon Carse has been charged with breaching regulation 3.2 of the ECB professional conduct regulations, said a statement from the compliance body. In the aftermath of the incident Carse was withdrawn from the England squad for the second Test against Pakistan and has not played international cricket since. I think he just needs time away from the international scene, England white-ball captain Harry Brook said last month. He's working on a few things behind the scenes and hopefully he'll be ready at some point in the future. Carse's misdemeanour was the latest in a series of alcohol-fuelled controversies that have dogged England since a disastrous tour of New Zealand and Australia at the end of last year. Test captain Joe Root said he had been hacked off that the Carse incident took attention away from his winning return as skipper against Pakistan. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories On Thursday, Carse was left out of the squad for the one-day tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka later this month.
Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers said defending their World Championship of Legends (WCL) title in the UAE requires balancing off-field camaraderie with an uncompromising competitive drive, revealing that he urged his side to put friendships aside once they stepped onto the park. De Villiers will captain the South Africa Champions as the tournament runs from October 3 to 18 in Sharjah, with their campaign opening against the West Indies Champions in Sharjah on Sunday. The defending champions enter the event having claimed the title in 2025 with a dominant nine-wicket victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston, anchored by an unbeaten 120 off 60 balls from De Villiers in the final. Yes, being part of the WCL last year, the main part of the decision was to rekindle some of the memories, to share a dressing room with old teammates again and that's definitely the part that stood out in that first season that I took part in. Obviously, I missed the very first season. I played in season two as captain and there were just so many great interactions with old teammates and also old opposition who became friends over the years. We stayed in the same hotel and there was lots of banter before and after games and a very casual feeling. But once again, being captain of the South African team or the South African champions came with a little bit of pressure. I just couldn't help but the minute I arrived at the ground to get that competitive mindset going again, I pulled the team in and I told them, we are here to win and we are not here to be friends with everyone. That can happen after the games and that's the way we played our cricket. We played fiercely and we gave it our absolute best on the park and it worked out really well for us, ending up winning that trophy was really a highlight that I didn't expect. One of the highlights of my cricketing life or career, even though I'm a retired cricket player, it really stood out as a tournament where we played the big moments incredibly well and we had a very positive and good mindset representing our country. But then again, I remember the evenings in the hotel and catching up with old teammates and friends from opposition teams. All of us, just a very happy feeling and that's the way sport should be played, de Villiers told IANS in a select chat facilitated by FanCode, the official broadcaster of World Championship of Legends. Former captain Faf du Plessis has joined the setup for his WCL debut and will reunite with de Villiers, alongside ex-Proteas regulars JP Duminy, Wayne Parnell, Imran Tahir, Richard Levi, and Colin Ingram, with fast-bowling legend Allan Donald serving as head coach. Addressing his personal preparation and physical conditioning for the title defence, De Villiers said, It was great to be part of WCL last year. Obviously, going on to win the tournament was extra enjoyable and cherry on the cake for us. I surprised myself with the way I batted. So, the muscle memory is still there, but physically it wasn't so easy. I did start preparing about two months prior to the tournament, hitting balls specifically just to get the muscles ready for action again. But other than that, fitness-wise, I am an active person. I love staying fit. I do a lot of fitness work and I'm in the gym at least four or five times a week. So, natural fitness was definitely there and it's still in tip-top condition. But hitting balls is not so easy anymore and obviously the fielding side of cricket is something you always have to stay in touch with. So, I've been actively working on that over the last while and ready to go again. Obviously, it's not as serious anymore post retirement, but once you step across that boundary representing your country, you try and win games of cricket and hopefully we can go out there in the WCL 2026 in the UAE to defend our title. So, natural fitness was definitely there and it's still in tip-top condition. But hitting balls is not so easy anymore and obviously the fielding side of cricket is something you always have to stay in touch with. So, I've been actively working on that over the last while and ready to go again. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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2027 Mens ODI WC Will Inspire Next Generation, SA Will Be Good Hosts, Says De Villiers
Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers expects the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup to inspire a new generation of cricketers from the country, and drew parallels to how the 2003 edition being hosted in the country shaped his own early journey as a 19-year-old aspiring to play international cricket. South Africa will co-host the 50-over mega event alongside Zimbabwe and Namibia from October 2 to November 21, 2027 and mark the tournament's return to the region for the first time in 24 years. While South Africa and Zimbabwe were co-hosts for the 2003 Mens ODI World Cup alongside Kenya, Namibia will be hosting its maiden senior ICC tournament as a host nation. Yes, the ODI World Cup in 2027 is coming back to South Africa for the first time since 2003. The 2003 World Cup played a huge part in my career. It had a big influence and impact on me. I clearly remember a cricketing clinic Australian had at the University of Pretoria. That's where I played my cricket at that time, at the age of 19. I got to know Adam Gilchrist a bit better. He worked with my wicketkeeping skills that day. Obviously, he had no idea who I was at that time. But I very clearly recall having a very good moment with him. He told me to work on my left hand and said, All the best, youngster. Three years later, I played cricket against him in Test matches and ODIs. It had a huge impact on me and I'm pretty sure the 2027 World Cup will have the same impact on the youngsters of South Africa, hoping to represent their country one day. Obviously, from an economical point of view, great to have the World Cup here in South Africa, also co-hosted by Namibia and Zimbabwe and I'm looking forward to the rest of the world to come and enjoy the great parts of South Africa and how welcoming we can be and we are really good hosts, de Villiers told IANS in a select chat facilitated by FanCode, the official broadcaster of the World Championship of Legends. All focus will also be on South Africa, who are yet to win the Mens ODI World Cup title and de Villiers backed the side to have a good time in the competition on home soil. So looking forward to that and I think the cricket is going to be magnificent, as it was in 2003 and hopefully the Proteas will perform better this time. As for 2003, from a performance point of view, it doesn't bring back great memories. But the team really looks strong now. Most of the team is still relatively unknown globally. But I know they have a lot of chemistry. There's a great culture there and lots of individuals who can win you games of cricket and we showcased it now against Australia, winning our sixth consecutive ODI series win against the Aussies. So really looking good for the guys and once the World Cup starts, there will be a lot of hype, a lot of attention from the media and the public and my message to the Proteas will be just to keep it in now, stay focused on what the goal is, and hopefully they'll have a really good World Cup, he added. Turning his attention to two-time champions India, de Villiers highlighted the role of Indian Premier League (IPL) in creating an unmatched pipeline of talent. Yes, the Indian youngsters are coming through and I think the IPL is an incredible platform and laid the foundation for Indian cricket to just have such a large depth of talent. That's also not going to change anytime soon. They have the ability to play around with different combinations in the batting and bowling departments, and from a leadership point of view. They can just really play around with a deep pool of talent, which is fantastic. Plenty of youngsters have impressed me and I'm very happy. I consider myself lucky that I'm not an Indian selector. It's a tough job with the amount of talent they have. There's just too many to mention, to be honest. Lots of individuals stand out. They're obviously still playing around with the balance of their squad going into that World Cup. India always comes with a strong spin contingent, so it will be interesting to see who they go for. Theres Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washi - so many spinners and players to pick from and plenty of talent in the batting department. That's probably the biggest headache - they really have about a group of 10 batters to pick from who are all match winners. It's really, really difficult and good luck to the Indian selectors, he added. Among India's emerging prodigies, young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured widespread attention with his fearless hitting and has found himself in the India T20I team since his debut against England at Manchester in July. De Villiers expressed admiration for Sooryavanshis strokeplay and urged him to work on his game continuously to play across all formats and conditions. He's absolutely phenomenal to watch. I'm not surprised, to be honest. The next phase for him is to find a blueprint in different formats, in different conditions, realising that every game poses a different challenge, and playing the situation instead of just playing one way or being one-dimensional with his game. I would urge him to keep developing his game. I think he picked up a little bit on when he toured England, and realising that it's not always as easy. You can't just rock up and always hit through the line. Every game is a different situation. My message to him would be to assess every single match he plays, get a feel for what he's confronted with on the particular day, and to respect that whatever his decision is, whether it's a flat wicket and let's go for 60 of 20 balls, or realising, hold on, today is a day where maybe 30 of 20 balls will be okay and set it up for a bit later. He's absolutely phenomenal to watch. I'm not surprised, to be honest. The next phase for him is to find a blueprint in different formats, in different conditions, realising that every game poses a different challenge, and playing the situation instead of just playing one way or being one-dimensional with his game. I would urge him to keep developing his game. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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IND vs WI: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of 3rd ODI, India vs West Indies series 2026
IND vs WI 3rd ODI , Approaching Milestones and Records : The Indian Cricket Team have produced two dominating performances with the bat and won the ongoing series against the West Indies cricket team. In two chases, Team India have reached 300 and 406. In the second ODI, India recorded the second-highest OCI chase ever. The Indian captain Shubman Gill had a record-breaking game, and he recorded the second-fastest double century in ODI cricket off 117 balls. Rohit Sharma also recorded his 35th ODI hundred. Team India and Indian batters broke many batting records. Not just India, West Indies also had a brilliant game with the bat. They recorded their highest ODI total of 405 runs. But their bowling let them down once again. Team India have managed a 2-0 lead, and they will look to win the series 3-0. The final ODI will be played at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, on Saturday at 2 PM IST. West Indies have struggled in two games and need an improved bowling display to stop the in-form Indian team. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the IND vs WI 3rd ODI at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium. IND vs WI: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the IND vs WI 3rd ODI at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium 72 - West Indian captain Shai Hope scored a century in the last game. He is in excellent form. Hope is 72 runs away from reaching 6500 runs in the ODI cricket. 28 - Shubman Gill has scored a double century and a century in two innings. He has 333 runs in two innings at an astonishing average of 333. Gill needs 28 more runs to have the most runs in a three-match bilateral ODI series. Babar Azam and he himself hold the joint record of 360 runs in three ODIs. 88 - KL Rahul has batted in two games. But he is approaching a milestone of 3500 runs and needs only 88 runs to do so. 95 - Ravindra Jadeja is 95 runs away from reaching 3000 ODI runs. He will enter the elite club of players with 3000 runs and 200 wickets in ODIs. 6 - Hope has 130 ODI sixes, and six more will help him to surpass Brain Lara (135) and Kieron Pollard (133), and he will have the second-most ODI sixes for his country. 2 - Roston Chase needs two more wickets to reach 50 ODI wickets. 5 - Jayden Seales is just five wickets away from completing 50 ODI wickets. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories 1 - One more hundred and Virat will become the first batter to have 11 ODI hundred against a nation.
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Asian Games: 'Proud Moment For Indian Sports', Says Harmanpreet Kaur After Women's Hockey Gold
Los Angeles Olympics: India women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur congratulated the Indian women's hockey team on its gold medal in Asian Games 2026 and qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, describing the triumph as a proud moment for Indian sports. The Indian hockey team ended a 44-year wait for the Asian Games women's title after defeating defending champions China 1-0 in the final on Friday. Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal in the 10th minute, while captain Savita Punia produced a crucial penalty-stroke save as India held on to secure the gold and the LA 2028 berth. Proud moment for Indian sports! Heartiest congratulations to our Indian Womens Hockey Team on winning Gold at the Asian Games and qualifying for the LA Olympics! Mazaaaa aa gaya kudiyo, Harmanpreet wrote in a post on Instagram. Your hard work, resilience, and determination continue to inspire millions. Wishing you all the very best for the journey ahead. Keep making India proud! Chak De India! she added. Harmanpreet's message came after the Indian women's cricket team themselves won gold at the ongoing Asian Games, adding another women's team title to India's campaign in Aichi-Nagoya. The cricket team defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in the final to claim the gold medal, with Smriti Mandhana scoring 79 as India posted 216/3 before restricting Sri Lanka to 69/8. For the hockey team, the victory marked only their second Asian Games gold and their first since 1982, when the women's competition made its continental debut in New Delhi. India had topped Pool A with four wins before defeating Japan 7-2 in the semi-finals. They then produced a disciplined defensive display against China, with Lalremsiami's early strike proving decisive. Savita's penalty-stroke save emerged as another defining moment as India protected their narrow lead against sustained Chinese pressure. India had topped Pool A with four wins before defeating Japan 7-2 in the semi-finals. They then produced a disciplined defensive display against China, with Lalremsiami's early strike proving decisive. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Brydon Carse has been charged over an alleged ECB conduct breach following a Derby nightclub incident, with the case referred to an independent panel amid heightened scrutiny of England players.
3rd ODI: News Of Pay Cuts Before Big Series Doesn't Help Team's Morale, Says Sammy
Cricket West Indies: West Indies head coach Daren Sammy expressed his dismay over the proposed 25 percent pay cuts in central contracts by Cricket West Indies (CWI), adding that such off-field developments on the eve of a major series do little to boost the squad's morale. I mean, look, as a professional, thats not what you want to hear before a series. Before the pay cuts, I said, there is no better time to play India. You win against the best team, you get some leverage, not only for the West Indies as a whole, but for you personally. Performing against India pays you back down the road. We try our best to put that there. I commend the guys for the way they put their heads down. Yes, the results have not gone (our way). But we keep improving in certain areas, said Sammy in the pre-match press conference, on the eve of the third ODI against India. Evaluating the team's progress on the ODI leg of the tour, Sammy praised the aggressive approach of his top-order batters, even as the bowling unit has struggled. Intent is something that weve spoken about in the dressing room. We have had four batters scoring 100s in two games. It is a positive for us. The rotation of strike, the intent, especially against spin- these are the KPIs that we take. But we still need to find ways, when the pitch is not really offering any assistance to the bowlers, to be disciplined in our lines and lengths and the plans that we put in, he noted. Sammy also felt the visitors missed an opportunity to put up a much better total in the second ODI in Guwahati, as India chased down a massive 406. The position we were in, especially in ODI cricket, they normally say when you find yourself in a good position on a good pitch, at 30 overs you should be able to double the score. I think at 30 overs we were 230-odd. So you were looking at 450 thereabouts. But the last 10 overs we only scored 70-odd runs, when it's a time when you're supposed to accelerate the innings. India made light work of the 406-run target by chasing it down in just 43.3 overs on the back of a mammoth 255-run opening stand between skipper Shubman Gill, who struck an unbeaten 223, and Rohit Sharma, who hit 101. When we came in at 400, and you're looking at all the stats, you say India has never chased 400 before, and you're hoping that we could go as a bowling group and get wickets up front, because that's what you have to do to beat India in India. You've got to get wickets in the powerplay, get wickets in the middle, and build that pressure with a total that is over 400, added Sammy. Admitting that the Indian opening pair completely outplayed his attack, Sammy conceded that the bowlers were given no room for error. But Shubman and Rohit didn't really give a chance. The way they batted, both of them. Rohit scored a hundred off, I think, 70-odd balls, and Shubman was even faster. So, they scored big hundreds. When we came in at 400, and you're looking at all the stats, you say India has never chased 400 before, and you're hoping that we could go as a bowling group and get wickets up front, because that's what you have to do to beat India in India. You've got to get wickets in the powerplay, get wickets in the middle, and build that pressure with a total that is over 400, added Sammy. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
England Pacer Brydon Carse In Fresh Trouble As Cricket Regulator Acts
England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been charged by the Cricket Regulator for bringing the game into disrepute following a late-night incident in Derby in August.
'Bowlers Leaked Runs, Could Have Had Better Plans': Naman Dhir's Warning Ahead Of 3rd ODI vs WI
India's bowlers have leaked runs due to poor execution of plans, and young batting all-rounder Naman Dhir said the side is working on better plans ahead of the third and final ODI against the West Indies, to be played at the New PCA Stadium on Saturday.
England Pacer Brydon Carse Charged By Cricket Regulator For Nightclub Incident
ECB Professional Conduct Regulations: England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been charged by the Cricket Regulator for bringing the game into disrepute following a late-night incident in Derby in August. Carse, 31, was arrested and subsequently de-arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in the early hours of August 23 while out with his county side Durham teammates. Later, a video circulating on social media showed him in handcuffs. While Derbyshire Police had launched an inquiry into an allegation of assault stemming from the same night, that investigation was closed last month without charges. But the game's domestic watchdog has now charged Carse with a breach of Regulation 3.2 of the ECB Professional Conduct Regulations. The matter will now be referred to the independent Cricket Discipline Panel for adjudication. As the process is ongoing, no further comment will be made, further said the Cricket Regulator in its statement on Friday. As per Regulation 3.2, it says, No Participant may conduct themself in a manner, do any act or make any omission at any time which is improper or which may be prejudicial to the interests of cricket or which may bring the ECB, the game of cricket or any cricketer or group of cricketers into disrepute. The incident led to Carse being immediately dropped from Englands squad for the second Test against Pakistan, and he has not featured for the national side since. Carse, who last played for England during the final Ashes Test against Australia in January, missed the early part of the English summer due to injury before returning to help Durham secure promotion to Division One in an unbeaten County Championship campaign. His absence was further extended on Thursday when he was omitted from England's squad for the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan. Speaking on Carse's situation last month, England white-ball skipper Harry Brook said that the fast bowler required a break from the game. The incident led to Carse being immediately dropped from Englands squad for the second Test against Pakistan, and he has not featured for the national side since. Carse, who last played for England during the final Ashes Test against Australia in January, missed the early part of the English summer due to injury before returning to help Durham secure promotion to Division One in an unbeaten County Championship campaign. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Sammy: 'Results have not gone our way, but we continue to improve'
His side heads into the third ODI 2-0 down against India, yet the West Indies head coach believes they have been making strides in the right direction
