Chennai Open tennis: Singles final postponed due to rain, unhealthy air quality
The final will now be held at 11 a.m. on November 9; spectators with valid tickets for the postponed game will be allowed to enter the venue with the same tickets
PAK vs SL 1st Test Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
PAK vs SL 1st Test, Cricket Tips: Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be involved in a two-match test series in November. These two sides are not in a position to make it to the final of the ongoing World Test Championship 2025-27, but they can improve their numbers with a series win here. The first test will commence on Monday at 10 AM IST at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. There are three new comers on the Pakistan side, and Babar Azam will be leading Pakistan in the home series for the first time since becoming the captain again. Sri Lanka have a good chance here to surprise the hosts, as they have an experienced side. PAK vs SL: Match Details Date : November 9-13, 2026 (Monday-Friday) Time : 10:00 AM IST Venue : Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi PAK vs SL: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the first test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka on the Veto streaming platform. PAK vs SL: Head-to-Head in Tests Total Matches : 59 Pakistan : 23 Sri Lanka : 17 No-result: 19 PAK vs SL: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Rawalpindi is good for batting. But Pakistan have opted for spin-friendly conditions in recent times. Hence, there are chances that the wicket can be slow and helpful for spinners. However, there is a prediction of rain on the last two days, which will make it helpful for the seamers. PAK vs SL: Possible XIs Pakistan : Azan Awais, Sameer Minhas, Tayyab Arif, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Salman Agha, Saad Baig (wk), Arafat Minhas, Razaullah, Mohammad Abbas, Saqib Khan Sri Lanka: Lahiru Udara (wk), Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis (c), Sonal Dinusha, Prabath Jayasuriya, Keshara Nuwantha, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka PAK vs SL: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Salman Agha and Dinesh Chandimal are two key scorers for their teams, who are coming off good recent form. Probable Best Bowler Mohammad Abbas and Prabath Jayasuriya are two wicket-takers, and they can bowl at any stage. Today Match Prediction: Pakistan have dominated Sri Lanka in recent times. They have the home advantage, and we predict them to win this game. PAK vs SL Match 1st Test , Today Match PAK vs SL, PAK vs SL Prediction, PAK vs SL Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Pakistan U19 star Hamza Zahoor revealed a special note from his pocket after his match-winning century against India U19 in ongoing U19 Asia Cup.
India A vs New Zealand A LIVE Score, 3rd Unofficial Test Day 3 LIVE Updates
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Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal Lead Diwali Wishes From Indian Cricket Fraternity
Indian cricketers Ravindra Jadeja and Yuzvendra Chahal, along with former India players Irfan Pathan and Suresh Raina, took to social media on Sunday to extend Diwali greetings to fans, wishing them happiness and prosperity on the festival of lights.
U19 Asia Cup: Hamza Zahoor Hits Hundred As Pakistan Beat India By 3 Wickets
Hamza Zahoor struck a classy unbeaten century, nullifying Arjun Rajput's attacking 107 as Pakistan defeated India by three wickets in a Group A match of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup on Sunday.
Pakistan's Hamza Zahoor Makes Bold No Pressure Claim After Win vs India In U19 Asia Cup 2026
India Under-19 captain Lakshya Raichandani admitted his side did not put enough runs on the board and fell short of a par score by 20-30 runs.
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Zahoors Unbeaten Ton Trumps Rajputs 107 As Pakistan Edge India By Three Wickets In U19 Asia Cup
U19 Asia Cup: Wicketkeeper-batter Hamza Zahoor struck a composed, unbeaten century from number seven to rescue Pakistan from 61/5 and guide them to a three-wicket win over India in a Group A match of the ACC Mens Under-19 Asia Cup here on Sunday. Hamzas superb knock helped him take the shine off Arjun Rajputs blistering 107, which took India to 208. Chasing 209, defending champions Pakistan got home with 11 balls to spare, with Zahoor sealing the contest in the 49th over through a drive past extra cover that took him to an unbeaten 100 off 108 balls. Moments later, Zahoor pulled a note from his pocket and held it up to the Pakistan supporters. It read Tomorrow match 50 Hamza Zahoor. It was a target he ended up doubling on Sunday. India found themselves in early trouble after choosing to bat first, as Pakistans pacers didnt give easy runs. Captain Lakshya Raichandani (0), Aaryavir Sehwag (22), VK Vineeth (8) and Yashbardhan Chauhan (1) fell in a heap to leave the side at 42/4 in 16.4 overs. Rajput, hailing from Jalandhar in Punjab, then took charge of Indias innings by smashing 11 fours and five sixes in his 85-ball knock. He added 44 runs with wicketkeeper Anvay Dravid (10) and then put on another 64 with Manal Chauhan (11), while scoring the lions share of the runs on both occasions. His dismissal in the 36th over, with India on 170/7 triggered another slide as Yashveer Goud (4) and Mohit Ulva (7) followed quickly to make the score to 195/9. Kavya Patel (23) and Ishan Sood (2 not out) then eked out a handy last-wicket stand of 13 runs to lift India to 208 all out in 46.3 overs. Medium pacers Ali Raza (3-37) and Rizwanullah (3-24) were the standout bowlers for Pakistan, with left-arm spinner Niqab Shafiq (3-42) chipping in and seamer Mohammad Sayyam (1-27) chipping in as well. In defence of the total, Indias bowlers hit back hard in the chase. Sood and Ulva removed the openers, while Manal castled Abdul Qadir and trapped Ahmed Hussain lbw. Kavya accounted for skipper Farhan Yousaf as Pakistan slumped to 61/5 in 14.4 overs. Zahoor then counter-attacked by hitting sixes off Kavya Patel, Ulva and Yashveer Goud, while Hasnain Abbas Dar held up the other end. The pair put on 107 for the sixth wicket to swing the game in Pakistans favour. Manal (3-32) revived Indias hopes in the final over of his spell when Dar (38) pulled straight to Rajput at mid-wicket. Ulva then had Sayyam caught behind, leaving Pakistan needing 26 runs to win with three wickets in hand. Zahoor, though, kept his cool by shielding number nine Niqab Shafiq from the strike and hit the boundary whenever an opening came. India were left to rue some loose moments - opener Usman Khan was dropped twice early on, while Sood conceded two wides in the 48th over. Zahoors fifty came in the 31st over, and he survived a close lbw shout in the 35th, when the 100-run stand also came up and took Pakistan home with 11 balls remaining. India, who had thrashed Nepal by 10 wickets in their opening, will look to bounce back against the UAE on Tuesday. Zahoor, though, kept his cool by shielding number nine Niqab Shafiq from the strike and hit the boundary whenever an opening came. India were left to rue some loose moments - opener Usman Khan was dropped twice early on, while Sood conceded two wides in the 48th over. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
We Were 20-30 Runs Short, Says Raichandani After Loss To Pakistan In U19 Mens Asia Cup
Dehradun T20 League: India Under-19 captain Lakshya Raichandani admitted his side did not put enough runs on the board and fell short of a par score by 20-30 runs after Hamza Zahoors unbeaten century from number seven carried Pakistan to a three-wicket win in a Group A match of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup here on Sunday. Electing to bat first after winning the toss, India were bowled out for 208 despite a sparkling 107 from Arjun Rajput, after being 42/4 at one point. Pakistan were in deep trouble at 61/5 before Zahoors 100 not out off 108 balls took them home with 11 balls to spare. Yeah, they werent enough. We were 20-30 runs short, but overall there were some good innings from Arjun and a 20 good contribution from KP (Kavya Patel). Yeah, it was a really good innings, and if one would have stayed there with him (Arjun), it could have been a little bit more total, Raichandani said in the post-match presentation ceremony. He also felt the bowling could have been a little better as well. Yeah, definitely. We will try to rectify, and there was a lot of positive from this game. And we will try to take that forward. Yeah, there were some really good efforts, they were 60 for 5. We could have bowled a little bit better. But overall, it was really good, added Raichandani. Named Player of the Match, Zahoor said he had made up his mind to stay till the end. Since I had to go all the way, my mindset was that I would stay till the end and win it. I will go till the last. Asked whether he felt the heat when wickets fell late in the chase, Zahoor replied, No, there wasnt that much pressure. I was enjoying myself, playing my game and enjoying the game. Pakistan skipper Farhan Yousaf hailed his match-winner Zahoor. Second win in this tournament, and I'm very proud of my guys. Early on, we collapsed, a couple of wickets, but that was an amazing innings from Hamza and Hasnain Dar. Yes, exactly, but I'm not surprised about Hamza. I know the ability of the guy. I am not surprised by Hamza's innings today. But I really appreciate the way he assessed the condition and played according to the situation. Yes, we're looking forward for the next match, not the semi-final. We go with full intent in the next match, and then we decide, he said. Pakistan skipper Farhan Yousaf hailed his match-winner Zahoor. Second win in this tournament, and I'm very proud of my guys. Early on, we collapsed, a couple of wickets, but that was an amazing innings from Hamza and Hasnain Dar. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Aakash Chopra Explains Why Gurnoor Brar Is Troubling New Zealand Batters
Former India opener Aakash Chopra has explained why Gurnoor Brar is proving difficult for New Zealand batters in the ongoing ODI series.
Pakistan beat India by three wickets in U-19 Asia Cup
India were bowled out for a modest 208 and Pakistan, after a top-order wobble, managed to complete the chase, with Hamza Zahoor taking the team home with an excellent, unbeaten 100 off 108 balls after coming in at number seven
Hamza Zahoor's century propels Pakistan to beat India by three wickets in U19 Rising Stars Asia Cup
Pakistan have defeated India by three wickets in the U19 Rising Stars Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2). Hamza Zahoor played a pivotal knock, scoring a century to get the...
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Mike Hesson To Continue As Pakistan's Interim Test Coach Until WTC Cycle Ends
Pakistan's white-ball head coach Mike Hesson will continue as the national team's interim red-ball head coach until the completion of the current ICC World Test Championship cycle.
Hodges unbeaten 140 puts WI in command against Bangladesh, as lead swells to 315
Digital Desk | Sylhet, Nov 8 (IANS) Kavem Hodge struck an unbeaten 140, his third Test hundred, as the West Indies reached 345/3 at stumps and extended their lead to 315 runs on day four of the second and final Test against Bangladesh here on Sunday. Debutant Kevin Wickham made 78, his second half-century of the match, and opener Brandon King scored 61, as the visitors lost only three wickets in the day before bad light forced an early close of the days play. Having won the opening Test in Mirpur, West Indies are now firmly placed to complete a 2-0 series sweep, leaving Bangladesh with a massive task to achieve on day five. Resuming from 7/0, West Indies wiped off the deficit as King and Joshua Da Silva put on a stand of 85 runs for the opening wicket. But Taijul Islam broke the partnership by trapping Da Silva lbw for 36. King reached his half-century off 62 balls and earned a reprieve on 56, when Towhid Hridoy put him down. King made 61 off 84 balls with 11 boundaries, including a six, before Mehidy Hasan Miraz found his outside edge, and Najmul Hossain Shanto took a sharp catch at slip. Hodge showed his intent early on by hitting Taijul for a six, and along with Wickham shared an association of 131 runs. Bangladeshs spinners couldnt trouble them and to add more to their misery, the sloppy fielding also let them down. Wickham soon brought up his second fifty of the match and he became the first West Indies batter in 48 years to score a half-century in each innings of his Test debut. Hodge, who went past 1,000 Test runs during his knock, completed his century after the tea break. But Wickhams stay ended on 78 when he offered a leading edge and Taijul completed the catch in his follow-through to end the third-wicket stand of 165 runs. Amir Jangoo, who scored a century in the first innings, gave Hodge steady support by adding 61 runs in an unbroken stand. The umpires checked the light meter and took the players off, following which stumps were called on day four. West Indies will look to get a win on the final day, while Bangladesh will need a strong fightback to keep their hopes alive of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final, to be played at The Oval in June 2027. Brief scores: West Indies 356 & 345/3 in 83 overs (Kavem Hodge 140 not out, Kevin Wickham 78; Taijul Islam 2-118, Mehidy Hasan Miraz 1-58) lead Bangladesh 386 in 111.5 overs by 315 runs
Kavem Hodge Hits 140 As West Indies Build Lead Over Bangladesh
Kavem Hodge hit an unbeaten 140 to extend West Indies' lead to 315 on the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet on Sunday.
A Delight To Watch All These Years - Raman Lauds Shami After Pacer Quits Test Cricket
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Former India opener WV Raman, who oversaw Mohammed Shamis early days in domestic cricket as Bengals head coach, paid a warm tribute to the fast bowler following him retiring from Test cricket. Shami, known for extracting seam movement and swing with both the new and the old ball, announced his decision to quit the longest format on Friday night. Shami bows out with 229 wickets from 64 Test matches, including picking six five-wicket hauls. That tally makes him the sixth-most successful Indian fast bowler in the history of the format. Mohd Shami has been a delight to watch all these years during which time he made an indelible impact in the toughest format of the game arguably -- Test cricket! Well done Shami.. Have fun till you have had enough of this game.. wrote Raman on his X account on Sunday. The bond between Shami and Raman goes back to 2010, when the former was in charge of Bengal senior mens team. It was under his watch that Shami made his Ranji Trophy debut, against Assam on November 17 in that year, and went on to establish himself as the sides leading bowler before getting into the Indian team in 2013. Hailing from Sahaspur Alinagar village in Uttar Pradeshs Amroha district, Shami got into playing club cricket in Kolkata in order to pursue better playing opportunities. From there, he came into the Bengal team and then made his mark for the Indian Test team. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Shamis last appearance in whites for India came in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. While his Test journey is over, Shami will continue to play white-ball cricket. He has been named in Bengals 19-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which gets underway on November 14. Shamis contribution on overseas tours was particularly significant - claiming 145 wickets in 41 away games at an average of 30.33. At home, where pitches rarely favoured quick bowlers, Shami was even more potent, picking up 76 wickets at a stunning average of 22.1. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Six players join India squad ahead of crucial Maldives clash in SAFF Championship 2026
India head coach Naushad Moosa has received six additional players ahead of the team's final Group B encounter against the Maldives in the SAFF Championship on November 11. The fresh arrivals in Dhaka come after a series of departures left the Blue Tigers facing considerable changes following their opening victory over Pakistan.
Pakistan and Sri Lanka begin their search for a way forward in Tests
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Stay Away From Domestic Cricket? Babar Azam Responds To Ex-Pakistan Star's Bold Suggestion
Babar Azam has expressed his willingness to take batting advice from Mohammad Yousuf after the latter called for specialised coaching overseas to help the struggling batter overcome technical problems.
Babar Azam says new Pakistan Test squad ready to fight against Sri Lanka
Captain Babar Azam hopes an overhauled Pakistan can make a fresh start in the first Test against Sri Lanka that begins in Rawalpindi on Monday after their disastrous series against England. The two-match series is Pakistan's first since their 3-0 whitewash in England, where seven players were sent home after the second Test. Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul were also sacked in a September overhaul, with white-ball coach Mike Hesson brought in to the Test set-up. Only Salman Agha and Aamer Jamal have been recalled from the seven players sent home, with five of the 11 who played in the final Test at Edgbaston also dropped. Senior wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan, former skipper Shan Masood and the spin duo of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali all missed out. Batters Mohammad Taha, Saad Baig, Tayyab Arif and Sameer Minhas, along with pace bowlers Saqib Khan and Ali Shabbir, were all included for the first time. During the England series we had planned to give new players a chance, so I am ready to fight with these young players, Azam said on Sunday. He also hopes to revive his batting form after 40 Test innings without a century, his last Test ton coming against New Zealand in Karachi in December 2022. I have played a few domestic matches and think that the more I play I will improve, so I am confident, said Azam, who was reappointed skipper in July. The two-match series is part of the World Test Championship's fourth cycle, with Pakistan ninth and last and Sri Lanka seventh. The second Test begins in Lahore on November 17. Sri Lanka are also undergoing a Test reboot, with white-ball skipper Kusal Mendis taking over as captain from Dhananjaya de Silva last month. It's exciting and I am happy to lead the side, said Mendis. We have an experienced batting line-up, so we are ready for the challenge. Squads Pakistan: Babar Azam (captain), Aamer Jamal, Ali Shabbir, Arafat Minhas, Azan Awais, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Abbas, Ghazi Ghori, Mohammad Suleman, Mohammad Taha, Tayyab Arif, Razaullah, Saad Baig, Salman Agha, Sameer Minhas, Saqib Khan Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (captain), Lahiru Udara, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Sonal Dinusha, Dhananjaya de Silva, Anjala Bandara, Keshara Nuwantha, Prabath Jayasuriya, Milan Rathnayaka, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga Umpires: Adrian Holdstock (RSA) and Rodney Tucker (AUS) TV umpire: Allahuddien Palekar (RSA) Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Match referee: Dean Cosker (ENG)
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Former WWE champions Drew McIntyre and Rey Mysterio extended Diwali wishes to their Indian fans. McIntyre posted a video message, while Rey Mysterio received a colourful Rangoli tribute from fans, which he appreciated. The article also details the Diwali celebration dates.
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Ajinkya Rahane: Mohammed Shami Deserved Test Recall
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CSK Is Buying A Player Other Teams Didn't Trust: Ex-India Star Slams Trade With SRH
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'I Will Learn From Him': Babar Responds To Mohammad Yousuf's Coaching Suggestion
Pakistan Cricket Board: Pakistan's Test captain Babar Azam has expressed his willingness to take batting advice from former teammate Mohammad Yousuf after the latter called for specialised coaching overseas to help the struggling batter overcome technical problems. Yousuf had recently urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to consider sending Babar to a cricket academy in England or Australia, believing that working with specialised coaches could help him rediscover his form. He also felt that the former Pakistan captain should temporarily avoid first-class cricket until he resolves the technical flaws in his batting. I don't think Babar Azam should be playing first-class cricket until he fixes his technical issues through specialised coaching. Struggling in domestic cricket could further harm his confidence and career, Yousuf wrote on X. Send him to an academy in England or Australia. He is still Pakistan's top player, and with the right guidance and a little effort, he can return to his best. I said this four years ago, and nobody listened. Please listen now, he added. Babar was asked about the former cricketer's recommendations during a press conference ahead of Pakistan's opening Test against Sri Lanka. The right-handed batter welcomed the opportunity to learn from Yousuf, while revealing that the former Pakistan batter had not approached him directly so far. As you said, the process of learning never ends. I haven't contacted him yet. I believe he has reached out to people on social media, but not to me. If he contacts me, God willing, I will learn from him. He is a legend and Pakistan's greatest batter, Babar was quoted as saying by Geo Super. The Pakistan batter also addressed questions about his recent dismissals, explaining that being dismissed in different ways was an inherent part of the game. He indicated that a batter could lose his wicket under varying circumstances rather than repeatedly falling to the same weakness. You can get out at any time and in different ways. It is not necessary that you will always get out in the same pattern or in the same manner. There can be different reasons, but that is part of the game, he stated. The Pakistan batter also addressed questions about his recent dismissals, explaining that being dismissed in different ways was an inherent part of the game. He indicated that a batter could lose his wicket under varying circumstances rather than repeatedly falling to the same weakness. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Graeme Smith Shares Diwali Greetings With Cricket Fans
Former South African captain and commissioner of the SA20 league Graeme Smith extended Diwali wishes to all on social media.
Deepak Chahar Named Rajasthan Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
India seamer Deepak Chahar will lead Rajasthan in the 2026/27 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with left-arm spinner Manav Suthar named as the vice-captain in the 15-member squad announced by the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA).
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Indian cricket stars Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh took to social media on Sunday to extend their warm Diwali greetings to fans. Pant shared a video message, Iyer posted a picture in traditional attire, and Arshdeep shared a photo with his girlfriend, all wishing happiness and prosperity for the festival of lights. The article also briefly touches upon Iyer's current cricketing engagements.
New Test captain Kusal Mendis confident of Sri Lanka's batting strength ahead of Pakistan series
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Manisankar Murasingh To Lead Tripura In First Four Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Matches
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Seam-bowling all-rounder Manisankar Murasingh will captain Tripura in the opening four matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, with pacer Abhijit Sarkar named as the vice-captain in a jumbo 21-member squad. The Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) announced the team in a press release signed by its honorary secretary Subrata Dey and posted on their website on Sunday. Placed in Elite Group C, Tripura will play all seven of their league fixtures between New Chandigarh and Mohali. They will open their campaign against Andhra in New Chandigarh on November 14 before facing Puducherry in Mohali two days later. The side will return to New Chandigarh for a day-night clash against Madhya Pradesh on November 18, and wrap up the first leg of the group stage against Kerala in Mohali on November 20. The selectors have picked senior India batter Mandeep Singh, who is back with the team as the guest player this season. In the batters group, where nine members are present, Lakshay Thareja, who previously played for Delhi in domestic cricket, has been included. Apart from Murasingh, Bikram Debnath and Saurabh Das are the other all-rounders. The pace bowling attack will be spearheaded by vice-captain Sarkar, with Saruk Hossain and Danveer Singh providing support, while Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul form the spin bowling department. Sentu Sarkar and Arka Prabha Sinha are the two wicketkeepers in the squad, while the TCA has also named eight stand-by players. After the first four games, Tripura are scheduled to take on Himachal Pradesh in Mohali on November 22, Maharashtra at New Chandigarh on November 24, and Assam in a day-night fixture at the same venue on November 26. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Tripura squad: Bikram Kumar Das, Sridam Paul, Subham Sutradhar, Arindam Barman, Mandeep Singh, Anandh Bhowmik, Tanmoy Das, Saptajit Das, Lakshay Thareja, Manisankar Murasingh (captain), Bikram Debnath, Saurabh Das, Abhijit Sarkar (vice-captain), Saruk Hossain, Danveer Singh, Sentu Sarkar (wk), Arka Prabha Sinha (wk), Viki Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Parvez Sultan and Chiranjit Paul. Tripura arrive after pulling off a stunning 133-run victory over former Ranji Trophy champions Saurashtra in their final game of the first phase of the competition, with Sandip and Abhijit taking seven wickets between themselves. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
This is the only trade that has been officially confirmed so far by the BCCI. There are strong rumours that Mumbai Indians' Hardik Pandya will be traded to Punjab Kings
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Deepak Chahar To Lead Rajasthan In Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Manav Suthar Named Vice-captain
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India seamer Deepak Chahar will lead Rajasthan in the 2026/27 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with left-arm spinner Manav Suthar named as the vice-captain in the 15-member squad announced by the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA). Rajasthan are drawn in Elite Group A and will play all seven of their league matches in Mumbai, starting with a clash against Uttar Pradesh on November 14. Apart from Deepak, who has played 13 ODIs and 25 T20Is for India and didnt feature in the first half of the Ranji Trophy, his younger brother, leg-spinner Rahul Chahar, also finds a place in the team. Rahul, who has played an ODI and six T20Is for India, was initially rumoured to join another team for the ongoing domestic season, but will now continue to play for Rajasthan. Just like Deepak, he didnt feature in the first half of the Ranji Trophy. Theres still no place for left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed, who has been recovering from hamstring surgery sustained while playing for his former team, Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Khaleel, who has played 11 ODIs and 18 T20Is for India, was recently traded to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for his existing fee of Rs 4.8 crore. The squad features seasoned left-handed batting all-rounder Mahipal Lomror, young wicketkeeper-batters Kartik Sharma and Mukul Choudhary, all of whom were part of IPL 2026. Other team members include Abhijeet Tomar, Ajay Raj Singh, Kunal Singh Rathore, Honey Pratap Singh and Himanshu Singh Rana. Ramniwas Golada, Rohan Rajbahar, Himanshu Nehra and Abhishek Mund complete the group picked for the competition. After their opening game against Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan will take on Jharkhand on November 16 before meeting Chandigarh on November 18. A day-night fixture against Baroda follows on November 20, before Rajasthan return to action against Mizoram on November 22. Rajasthan will complete their group-stage commitments after taking on Karnataka on November 24 and facing off against Bengal on November 26. Ramniwas Golada, Rohan Rajbahar, Himanshu Nehra and Abhishek Mund complete the group picked for the competition. After their opening game against Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan will take on Jharkhand on November 16 before meeting Chandigarh on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
U19 Asia Cup: Jr Sehwag, Jr Dravid flop as Rajput hits ton vs Pak
In the Under-19 Asia Cup clash against Pakistan, Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid, sons of cricketing legends, had disappointing performances, falling cheaply. However, Arjun Rajput's magnificent century rescued the Indian innings from an early collapse, providing crucial momentum against arch-rivals Pakistan.
'Game Is Evenly Poised': Sammy Backs WI To Do Well In 2nd Innings Against BAN
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium: West Indies coach Darren Sammy hoped his team would do well in the second innings of the second Test match against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium here after the hosts took a slender 30-run lead in the first innings. Towhid Hridoy's historic and unbeaten 242 powered Bangladesh to 386 in reply to the Windies' 356 as the hosts look to bounce back from the first Test defeat in Dhaka. Sammy heaped praise on Hridoy's performance and noted that the match remains open, with both teams still in contention. I mean, it's a great game of Test cricket, you know. As I said in my press conference, Bangladesh, I expected them to come out harder. He played really well. Could we have done things differently? I'm pretty sure when we reflect, there's always room for improvement. But, you know, credit must be given to him for the way he played. I think it's the highest Test score by a Bangladeshi. You know, he played well. But there's still a lot of time left in the game, and that's the beauty of Test cricket. The game is evenly poised, and we've got to bat well today and put ourselves in a good position, Sammy said on Sunday ahead of the start of Day 4 in the match. Amir Jangoo's 133 powered the Windies to a strong total of 356, and they will eye another strong batting performance to push for a result in their favour. Let's just stay in the present, you know. Obviously, they've got some really good new-ball bowlers. The ball is fairly new. They're asking questions of our batsmen's technique. So we just have to make sure we don't let them have early inroads, you know, especially on Day 4. King and Da Silva have got to give us a really good start. And the way these guys have batted this year, you know, we've got some really good batters in form. So once we negate that new ball, I think we could put ourselves in a good position at the end of this play, he added. Amir Jangoo's 133 powered the Windies to a strong total of 356, and they will eye another strong batting performance to push for a result in their favour. Let's just stay in the present, you know. Obviously, they've got some really good new-ball bowlers. The ball is fairly new. They're asking questions of our batsmen's technique. So we just have to make sure we don't let them have early inroads, you know, especially on Day 4. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'No Doubt In My Batting Line-up': Mendis Backs SLs Experienced Batters Ahead Of Pakistan Test
Sri Lanka Test: Sri Lanka Test captain Kusal Mendis is confident his side has the batting experience and technical ability to tackle Pakistan's expected change in pitch conditions, as the visitors prepare for the opening Test in Rawalpindi, beginning Monday. With Pakistan potentially preparing a greener surface that will assist fast bowlers, Mendis believes his batters are equipped to deal with the challenge, drawing confidence from their showing in England last summer. The Sri Lankan skipper pointed to the experience within the dressing room, particularly that of Dinesh Chandimal and Dhananjaya de Silva, as a major asset heading into the two-match series. With Pakitan potentially preparing a greener surface that will assist fast bowlers, Mendis believes his batters are equipped to deal with the challenge, drawing confidence from their showing in England last summer. The Sri Lankan skipper pointed to the experience We know they will be giving a little bit different wicket. I think the batters have to manage our skills and preparation well. I know we have a very good batting line-up with some very senior players... Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjaya de Silva, myself, and a couple of other guys. Everyone knows how to play on a green wicket. We played really well in England also, so I have no doubt in my batting line-up, Mendis told reporters, as quoted by Cricinfo. The series will also mark Mendis' first assignment as Sri Lanka's Test captain since taking over the leadership from Dhananjaya de Silva in early October. Despite the demanding schedule of an extended stay in Pakistan, which has already lasted more than a month due to the preceding white-ball fixtures, Mendis said the squad was looking forward to returning to the longest format. The 31-year-old admitted that spending an extended period away from home had presented its own challenges, although the team had found ways to remain engaged while away from the field. Honestly, compared to ODIs and T20s, Test cricket is very different, he said. I think everyone mostly likes to play Test cricket. Me as well. I'm very happy to captain in Test cricket. I think we've been staying in Pakistan for more than one month. It's not easy, sometimes we stay in the hotel and come to practice and that's it... I think it's a little bit hard to stay one month in a hotel. But we do some stuff in the team room, games and individual things (to keep ourselves entertained). Overall, we're in a very good path, and when coming to Test cricket, we have to focus on our Test game. It's not easy to play Tests away from home. I think Pakistan will give a very good wicket, and we have a plan in how (we want) to play. Sri Lanka are yet to register a Test victory in their two series this year, against West Indies and India, but Mendis believes the performances of his bowling group provide sufficient encouragement heading into the Pakistan challenge. He was particularly pleased with the pace attack's progress, which has delivered consistently across formats. We have a very balanced side, both with the bowling and batting unit. I think we've done really well in the past couple of tours in the bowling side, and same in one-day cricket - the fast-bowling attack is doing well. We have a very senior bowling unit, the guys have played so many first-class and international matches. Same in the batting, so everyone is ready for tomorrow's game. Sri Lanka have a sizeable bowling arsenal at their disposal, with Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga forming the pace contingent alongside all-rounder Milan Rathnayaka. Left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya will spearhead the spin department. Beyond cricket, Mendis also acknowledged the Pakistan Cricket Board's efforts to ensure the visiting team had a comfortable stay, highlighting the security arrangements and the familiarity of the local cuisine. Sri Lanka have a sizeable bowling arsenal at their disposal, with Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga forming the pace contingent alongside all-rounder Milan Rathnayaka. Left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya will spearhead the spin department. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Big player, bigger heart': KL Rahul gifts match award phone to ground staff member
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul won hearts with a thoughtful gesture as he gifted his Game Changer of the Match award, a mobile phone, to a ground staff member following the rain-affected second ODI between India and New Zealand in Wellington on Saturday. Rahul's gesture left the staff member pleasantly surprised, with the cricketer earning appreciation from fans and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for his kind act. The BCCI shared a video of the incident on its official social media handle X, with the caption, 'Big player. Bigger heart', highlighting Rahul's gesture after the match. In the video, the ground staff member can be seen expressing her surprise and gratitude after receiving the phone from the Indian batter. He just gave me his phone that he won. I am a bit shocked. But it was very kind of him to hand it over to me. I wasn't expecting it. That's for sure, she said in the video. Rahul, meanwhile, was seen smiling towards the staff member as she acknowledged his gesture with a nod. The 34-year-old was named the Game Changer of the Match after his unbeaten contribution helped India stay ahead of New Zealand on the DLS par score in the rain-hit contest. India secured a four-run victory under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method after persistent rain brought an end to the second ODI with the visitors at 113/7 in 26 overs while chasing a target of 135. Rahul remained unbeaten on 26 off 34 deliveries, striking two boundaries and a six. He played an important role in helping India recover from a difficult position after the visitors lost seven wickets in their pursuit of the target. The wicketkeeper-batter stitched together a 39-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer for the fifth wicket before the latter departed for 30. Rahul continued to hold one end as New Zealand's pace attack kept India under pressure. India eventually finished four runs ahead of the DLS par score when rain stopped play for the final time, sealing a narrow victory.
They're Just Taking A Punt: Ex-India Star Slams New Zealand Pitches After 2 Low-Scoring Games
Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu questioned the tracks set up by New Zealand for the ODI series against India.
Jay Shah, Virat Kohli And Gautam Gambhir Lead Diwali Wishes From Cricket Fraternity
Jay Shah, Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir were among several prominent cricket personalities who extended their Diwali greetings on Sunday, wishing people happiness, prosperity and positivity on the...
'It Was A Dream Of Mine': Towhid Hridoy After Historic And Unbeaten 242
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium: A day after smashing the highest individual Test score by a Bangladesh cricketer, Towhid Hridoy on Sunday said it was his dream to hit that historic and unbeaten 242 against the West Indies in the second Test at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium here. Hridoy, playing in only his third Test match, broke the previous highest score by a Bangladesh cricketer as he surpassed veteran wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim's unbeaten 219 that he had hit against Zimbabwe in 2018 during the Mirpur Test. The Bangladesh batter spoke on shattering the historic milestone ahead of the fourth day of the Test. Definitely, it was a dream of mine, to be very honest. I'm delighted that it has come true, and perhaps a little earlier than I expected. I'm grateful for everything, Hridoy told broadcasters. When you play Test cricket professionally, you have to do your best for the team. There are so many records in Test cricket, so whenever you get an opportunity, you have to make the most of it, he added. The 25-year-old bailed his team out of trouble when they were 51/3 in reply to West Indies' 356 in the first innings. Hridoy had a mini-stand of 73 runs for the fourth wicket with Mushfiqur before another strong 117-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Taijul Islam, who made 22. Taskin Ahmed also hung around for an 85-run stand for the ninth wicket, which saw Hridoy break Mushfiqur's record and also took the team to a 30-run lead, as Taskin also made 12. Hridoy also credited the two tailenders. Taijul and Taskin played really well. The way they supported me gave me a lot of confidence. I have no target for now, just want to do what the team needs. Taskin Ahmed also hung around for an 85-run stand for the ninth wicket, which saw Hridoy break Mushfiqur's record and also took the team to a 30-run lead, as Taskin also made 12. Hridoy also credited the two tailenders. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ayush Badoni on Sunday replaced middle-order batter Rajat Patidar in the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup after the latter failed to fully recover from his existing injuries.
Peace, Progress And Prosperity: Jay Shah, Kohli, Gambhir Lead Cricket Fraternity's Diwali Wishes
ICC Chairman Jay Shah: ICC Chairman Jay Shah, batting stalwart Virat Kohli and India head coach Gautam Gambhir were among several prominent cricket personalities who extended their Diwali greetings on Sunday, wishing people happiness, prosperity and positivity on the festival of lights. Shah, who previously served as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), took to social media platform X to convey his wishes, expressing hope that the festival would inspire people to work towards a future filled with peace, progress and prosperity. May the festival of lights strengthen our resolve to build a future filled with peace, progress and prosperity. Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali, Shah wrote. Former India captain Kohli also shared festive greetings through his Instagram account, posting a Diwali-themed photograph with a message wishing happiness, prosperity and endless positivity to people and their families. May the festival of lights bring happiness, prosperity and endless positivity into your life, wishing you and your family a very happy and prosperous Diwali, read the message shared by Kohli. Gambhir, meanwhile, extended his wishes to the Indian team, writing on X, We Play to Win BIG - A Billion Hearts !!! Happy Diwali, Team India. BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla also shared his festive greetings, invoking the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha for happiness, peace, good health, and prosperity. On the sacred festival of Diwali, may the divine glow of the lamps dispel every darkness in your life and fill it with joy, positivity, and new hopes. May the boundless grace of Mother Lakshmi and the blessings of Lord Shri Ganesh always bring happiness, peace, good health, and prosperity to your home and family, Shukla wrote. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel highlighted the importance of traditions and spending time with loved ones while sharing his wishes. Some traditions never grow old, and some moments become memories we carry with us forever. A little light, a lot of love, and the people who matter most. Wishing everyone a wonderful Diwali! Patel wrote. The BCCI also posted a brief festive message, wishing everyone a very happy Diwali, while former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen extended his greetings to his friends, hoping the occasion would bring love, laughter and happiness. SA20 league commissioner and former South Africa captain also extended the wishes through a post on the leagues Instagram. Wishing our cricket family a joyful Diwali. May the festival of lights bring happiness, success and many wonderful moments to you and your loved ones, Smith wrote. Diwali, celebrated on Sunday, November 8, on Kartik Amavasya, is among India's most widely observed festivals. Homes and temples are illuminated with earthen lamps and decorative lights, while families celebrate by exchanging sweets, lighting diyas, and spending time together. SA20 league commissioner and former South Africa captain also extended the wishes through a post on the leagues Instagram. Wishing our cricket family a joyful Diwali. May the festival of lights bring happiness, success and many wonderful moments to you and your loved ones, Smith wrote. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Who is Arjun Rajput? 19-year-old stuns Pakistan with counterattacking century in U19 Asia Cup
When India U19 found themselves in trouble against Pakistans new-ball attack, it wasn't one of the high-profile top-order names who steadied the ship, but 19-year-old Punjab all-rounder Arjun Rajput. His counter-attacking knock under intense pressure at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground was just the latest evidence of a cricketer fast turning into a reliable big-match asset for the national junior setup.
India A Take 428-Run Lead To Dominate Day 2 Against New Zealand A
Dhruv Jurel, Tilak Varma and Washington Sundar struck half-centuries before Prasidh Krishna claimed two wickets as India A took a lead of 428 runs against New Zealand A to dominate the second day of the third unofficial Test on Sunday.
3rd Unofficial Test: Jurel, Tilak and Washington power India A to 464 as NZ A struggle
Digital Desk | Lincoln, Nov 8 (IANS) India A tightened their grip on the third unofficial Test against New Zealand A after declaring at 464/5 on the second day, with Dhruv Jurel, Tilak Varma and Washington Sundar contributing half-centuries at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval here on Sunday. The visitors, who had resumed at 227/2, added another 237 runs to their overnight total before declaring with roughly an hour remaining in the day's play. New Zealand A, in reply, were reduced to 36/2 at stumps, leaving them trailing by 428 runs. Jurel provided the early impetus after India A resumed, taking particular liking to the short-pitched bowling and finding the boundary regularly. At the other end, Sai Sudharsan continued to build his innings with patience before his knock ended at 88, 12 runs short of a deserved century. Zak Gibson produced a delivery that pitched full, moved back into the batter and breached his defences. Jurel brought up his fifty with a clip down the leg side for four and continued to attack, including with a couple of well-timed cuts. However, his stay ended when he pulled a short delivery from Darun Ferns towards deep backward square leg, departing for 71. The Indian middle order then shifted gears, with Tilak Varma and Washington Sundar opting for a more measured approach rather than pursuing quick runs. Ravindra Jadeja joined the pair but could manage only 25 before edging a delivery to first slip. Tilak and Washington subsequently took charge, putting together an unbeaten 114-run partnership that further stretched the visitors' advantage. Tilak finished on 81 not out, while Washington reached his half-century as India A declared at 464/5. New Zealand A's bowling resources were stretched during the innings, with Ferns experiencing back trouble and Jarrod McKay, who was dealing with a side strain, unable to bowl. The hosts consequently turned to nine different bowling options but managed just one wicket after Jurel's dismissal. Their batting innings got off to a disastrous start as Prasidh Krishna struck twice to leave the hosts reeling. Rhys Mariu was bowled for a duck before Curtis Heaphy was trapped leg-before for 19, giving India A an immediate breakthrough. Dean Foxcroft and Zak Gibson negotiated the remaining 26 deliveries without further damage, taking New Zealand A to 36/2 at the close of play. However, with a deficit of 428 runs still to overcome, the hosts face a daunting task heading into the third day. Brief Scores: India A 464/5 declared (Yashasvi Jaiswal 102, Sai Sudharsan 88, Tilak Varma 81 not out, Dhruv Jurel 71, Washington Sundar 50 not out; Zak Gibson 2/73) lead New Zealand A 36/2 (Curtis Heaphy 19, Dean Foxcroft 10*; Prasidh Krishna 2/12) by 428 runs.
How India 'Dodged A Bullet' Against New Zealand In 2nd ODI: Ex-Star Explains
A 135-run chase turned into a tricky affair for India during the second ODI against New Zealand in Wellington on Saturday. India were 47/4 at one stage before No. 6 batter KL Rahul (26*, 38 balls) played with patience
Kohli's Diwali Wish Has A Special Message For Fans
Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli, T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav, and former Australian skipper David Warner were among numerous cricket personalities who extended Diwali greetings to fans via social media. They were joined by ICC Chairman Jay Shah, former Indian cricketers, and IPL franchises in sharing messages of happiness, prosperity, and togetherness for the festival of lights.
Bancroft 'keen To Move On' From Sandpaper Gate As Scandal Draws Fresh Attention
Cape Town Test: Western Australia coach Beau Casson said batter Cameron Bancroft is keen to move on from the sandpaper gate and let his bat do the talking as the scandal has returned to the headlines. Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja recently made claims that the entire Australian team knew of the use of the sandpaper on the ball during the Cape Town Test in South Africa in 2-18. As reported by Nine newspapers, the sandpaper was also discussed and used during the previous Test in Gqeberha too, and Bancroft had volunteered to use the object during the first innings of that Test. Bancroft turned out for Western Australia's one-dayer against England at WACA on Saturday, which WA lost by 92 runs. Speaking after the match, WA coach Casson spoke about Bancroft and the scandal making headlines once more. The situation's a long time ago. I think he's keen to move on and let his bat do the talking, Casson told reporters after the match, as quoted by Cricinfo. You can't control everything. The way he's handled it, over the past couple of weeks, and over the years gone by, it speaks volumes of the way he's done that. He certainly sets the example of how to go about being a professional cricketer. Bancroft was at the centre of the scandal as cameras clearly showed him tampering with the ball with the object during the Cape Town Test. Bancroft was handed a nine-month ban from international and domestic cricket for his role, while the then captain Steve Smith and then vice-captain David Warner were also hit with one-year bans. Warner was also handed a lifetime leadership ban, which was later lifted in 2024, while Smith was handed a 12-month leadership ban too. While Smith and Warner found second wings to their careers after the scandal, Bancroft's Test career was on the fringes, and he seems to be out of the reckoning in the Test team for now. It remains unclear whether he will address Khawaja's claims, which he will be detailing in his book 'Sabar', he has mostly made peace with not being in the reckoning of a Test revival, as his form has been patchy in the domestic circuit ever since the BGT 2024-25. I'm definitely not as feverish now about my opportunities to play at that level, Bancroft told ABC Grandstand last week. It remains unclear whether he will address Khawaja's claims, which he will be detailing in his book 'Sabar', he has mostly made peace with not being in the reckoning of a Test revival, as his form has been patchy in the domestic circuit ever since the BGT 2024-25. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Rajat Patidar pulls out of Rising Asia Cup; BCCI announce replacement and appoints Rinku Singh as VC
Rajat Patidar will not be available for selection in the 50-over format for the time being, after informing the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he needs to focus on managing his...
Patidar ruled out, Rinku named India A vice-captain
Ayush Badoni has replaced Rajat Patidar in the India A squad for the upcoming Rising Stars Asia Cup due to Patidar's injury. Rinku Singh has also been appointed as the vice-captain for the tournament, which is scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29.
India A include Badoni for Rising Stars Asia Cup after Patidar opts out
Rajat Patidar asked the BCCI to be released from the India A squad to manage
India A dominate NZ A as Jurel, Tilak, Washington shine
India A established a commanding 428-run lead against New Zealand A on the second day of the third unofficial Test. Half-centuries from Dhruv Jurel (71), Tilak Varma (81 not out), and Washington Sundar (50 not out) propelled India A to a declared total of 464 for five. Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna then took two early wickets, leaving New Zealand A struggling at 36 for 2 at stumps.
Patidar Withdraws From Rising Stars Asia Cup, Rinku Singh Named Vice-captain
The Rising Stars Asia Cup: Rajat Patidar has withdrawn from the India A squad for the upcoming ACC Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup after informing the BCCI that he does not wish to be considered for selection in the 50-over format as the 33-year-old continues to manage his existing injuries. The Mens Selection Committee named Ayush Badoni as Patidars replacement in the 15-member squad, while Rinku Singh was appointed vice-captain of the side led by T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma. Patidar, initially named vice-captain, informed the BCCI of his decision, after which the board announced the squad changes on Sunday. The development comes as Patidar prepares to lead Madhya Pradesh in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scheduled to begin on November 14. Madhya Pradesh have been placed in Elite Group C and will play their first four matches in New Chandigarh before moving to Mohali for their remaining fixtures. Patidar is likely to feature in the domestic T20 competition. The Rising Stars Asia Cup will be held in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. India A have been placed in Group B alongside Pakistan A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). India A will begin their campaign against Nepal on November 20 at the West End Park International Stadium before facing Pakistan A at the same venue on November 22. They will conclude their group-stage fixtures against the UAE at the University of Doha for Science and Technology on November 24. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, scheduled for November 26 and 27, with the final on November 29. India A will begin their campaign against Nepal on November 20 at the West End Park International Stadium before facing Pakistan A at the same venue on November 22. They will conclude their group-stage fixtures against the UAE at the University of Doha for Science and Technology on November 24. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Gautam Gambhir, BCCI, IPL Franchises Extend Heartwarming Diwali Greetings To Fans
Gautam Gambhir, the BCCI, former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen and several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises extended Diwali greetings to fans, sharing messages of love, happiness and togetherness on the festive occasion.
Star Indian cricketer KL Rahul won hearts with a thoughtful gesture after gifting his Game Changer of the Match prize smartphone to an official following the second ODI against New Zealand in Wellington.
Khawaja Says Promise To Warner Prompted Him To Reveal Truth About Ball-tampering Scandal
Cape Town Test: Usman Khawaja has revealed that a personal promise to childhood friend and teammate David Warner ultimately convinced him to speak openly about Australias infamous 2018 ball-tampering scandal, insisting that former captain Steven Smith, Warner and Cameron Bancroft were unfairly left to shoulder the consequences of an episode involving the entire team. With his autobiography Sabr set to be published on Tuesday, Khawaja has offered further insight into the events surrounding the Cape Town Test, maintaining that the three players who faced sanctions were not solely responsible for what unfolded during the South Africa tour. In a series of videos posted on Instagram on Sunday, Khawaja defended the revelations in his book and dismissed suggestions that he was attempting to shift blame onto other members of the Australian team. I havent thrown anyone under the bus, Khawaja said. The guys that are currently in the team right now and the other people that were there on the South African tour, including me, were not the victims. These three guys took the blame for all of us. Theyre the victims. People telling them that theyre cheats, getting nailed by the crowd, public humiliation. Explaining what prompted him to revisit the controversy years after the incident, Khawaja said he had given Warner his word that he would eventually share his account of what happened. I made a promise to my childhood friend David Warner that I would tell the truth, so he could tell a story, Khawaja added. Im absolutely 100 percent unapologetic for that. I stuck up for all cricketers in the past through the ACA, fighting for what I thought was right. This is no different. The Pakistan-born Australian also maintained that his intention was never to single out individuals but to ensure that responsibility for the episode was acknowledged collectively. These three guys deserve justice, and I havent pointed fingers at anyone. Im still searching for what I was searching for all those years ago. For us, me included, to take the blame together as a team, so we can all move on from this once and for all. You know what? I would do it again in a heartbeat. Khawaja disclosed that his first attempt to make the matter public came soon after the sanctions were imposed on Smith, Warner and Bancroft following the 2018 Cape Town Test. However, Smith, who was leading Australia at the time, persuaded him against speaking to the media. Smudge (Smith) being the man and leader he was talked me out of it, Khawaja said. He wanted to take the blame. I argued with him, but he was having none of it. Thats the first time I tried to come out. He subsequently considered speaking up again in 2021, following Bancrofts interview with The Guardian, in which the former Australia opener suggested it was self explanatory that the bowlers would have known about the sandpaper used to alter the condition of the ball. However, the joint statement released by Australias bowlers following Bancrofts comments left Khawaja unwilling to publicly challenge his teammates while he was still part of the national setup. In an extract published by News Corp, he recalled the reaction within the dressing room, particularly Warners frustration. This really p**sed me off but not as much as it pissed Davy off, Khawaja wrote in an extract published by News Corp. I got some pretty heated texts that night. Im not sure about Smudge but Im sure he wasnt thrilled. Khawaja acknowledged that remaining silent while still playing international cricket was a conscious decision, explaining that he did not want to become the first member of the team to reopen a deeply divisive issue. I wasnt going to go to war with those guys back then. I just wasnt comfortable. Thats the truth, he said. He also explained that his position within the team made it difficult to speak independently, given the potential impact his comments could have had on the dressing room. So then you ask, why didnt I say anything in those four years while I was still playing? You know what, I never wanted to be the first guy to chat about this. Call me a chicken or whatever you want. I didnt know how to do it because I was still in the team. How was I ever supposed to bring this up when I knew some of my team-mates didnt want to talk about it? I knew everything I did or said always influenced and affected the team. I was always conscious of putting my team first, but Im not in that team more. What I say now isnt a reflection of them any more. Now my words dont influence the team at all. I speak for myself. So then you ask, why didnt I say anything in those four years while I was still playing? You know what, I never wanted to be the first guy to chat about this. Call me a chicken or whatever you want. I didnt know how to do it because I was still in the team. How was I ever supposed to bring this up when I knew some of my team-mates didnt want to talk about it? I knew everything I did or said always influenced and affected the team. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Australian Umpire Ben Treloar Reflects On Memorable First Ranji Trophy Experience
Two Ranji Trophy matches, a handful of new friendships and a fresh taste for Indian cooking are some of the memories Australian umpire Ben Treloar will hold on for the rest of his life after wrapping up his maiden first-class cricket umpiring stint in the country.
Tilak, Jurel, Prasidh dazzle for India A in Lincoln
Bumrah returned to bowling in whites, but was wicketless in his six-over spell
India A take 428-run lead to dominate day 2 against NZ A
Resuming at 227 for two, India A rode on fifties by skipper Jurel (71), Tilak (81 not out) and Washington (50 not out) to post 464 for five before the hosts declared their first innings after 146 overs
Usman Khawaja reveals reason behind opening up on Sandpapergate saga after retirement
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Hamilton ODI: more wet weather, more uncertainty around the pitch
All of New Zealand has experienced an unusually wet start to November, and this is likely the biggest reason behind the way the pitches for the ODI series have behaved so far
King's 61 gives West Indies solid start on fourth morning
At lunch, West Indies were 128 for 2, leading by 98
Khawaja: Made promise to Warner I'd say the truth
He said that the trio of Smith, Warner and Bancroft were the
Only Anil Kumble, Javagal Srinath Ahead Of Him: Gurnoor Brar Joins Elite India List vs New Zealand
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'They took the blame': Khawaja defends Smith, Warner
Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has clarified his recent remarks on the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, stating that he believes responsibility should have been taken collectively by the team. He explained that his all of us comment was about collective accountability, not implicating specific players. Khawaja detailed his past attempts to encourage collective responsibility, including discussions with Steve Smith, Justin Langer, and Todd Greenberg, and why he remained silent for four years. He emphasised that Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft unfairly bore the brunt of the consequences, and his recent statements were not for book sales but to seek justice for his childhood friend Warner and the other two players.
IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup LIVE score: India win toss, elect to bat vs Pakistan
India are set to play Pakistan in the ongoing U19 Asia Cup at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on November 8. Both teams enter the match with strong momentum, having registered dominant victories in their tournament openers.
Ill Remember This For As Long As I Can, Says Ben Treloar On His Ranji Trophy Umpiring Stint
New South Wales Cricket Umpires: Two Ranji Trophy matches, a handful of new friendships and a fresh taste for Indian cooking are some of the memories Australian umpire Ben Treloar will hold on for the rest of his life after wrapping up his maiden first-class cricket umpiring stint in the country. Treloar spent the second half of October in India before flying back to Sydney. He stood in two Ranji Trophy fixtures - the second-round Elite Group C clash between Delhi and Gujarat at the Palam Air Force B Ground, and then officiated in the third-round fixture between Mumbai and Haryana at the BKC ground in Mumbai. Treloar officiating in the Ranji Trophy games was possible due to the Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). From India, umpire Parashar Joshi will be in Australia to stand in two Sheffield Shield matches and one One Day Cup fixture. Absolutely - Ill be remembering this for as long as I can remember. So its been an incredible experience and Id love to come back for sure to be either umpiring or just seeing the rest of India. Its an amazing place and one that I can hopefully be able to share with my family one day in the near future, a jet-lagged Treloar said in an interaction with IANS. Treloar, who learnt of his trip to India about six weeks before travelling, came with considerable experience of officiating in 107 mens matches across first-class, List A and T20 cricket, besides two womens ODIs and seven womens T20Is. Yet the Ranji Trophy umpiring debut tested him. He stood on the field for 318.5 overs across four days of a high-scoring draw at Palam. Four days before the game began, Treloar landed in New Delhi in order to adjust to the weather and time zone. He also spent close to 10 hours touring the city with a driver and guide just hours after checking into his hotel at 2 am. The following day, just driving around Delhi, seeing the sights, learning about the history of the city. So, for me, just really embracing the culture, being out in the city, seeing the people, eating the food, getting used to the weather, all those types of things really got me ready for the game that was to be in a couple of days time, he added. He admitted to butterflies on match morning, mostly from wanting to repay the faith of CA and the BCCI, but they eased after day ones play. It wasnt lost on me how prestigious the Ranji Trophy is and the history that competition has, and the players realise that as well, and thats why they play with so much passion in India. So, definitely some nerves, but they were good nerves. It was just about really looking forward to getting the game underway and getting this Indian journey started, added Treloar. Among his fondest memories are the performances he watched up close: a knock of 199 from Priyansh Arya and a double century from Delhi skipper Ayush Badoni. In Mumbai, seeing centuries from bats of Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Musheer Khan, Nishant Sindhu, and Tanush Kotians figures of 8-81 will be forever etched in Treloars mind. Those types of things are really going to stick with me over the course of time. Being part of that and being able to be there and witness it, that was pretty special. The other things that really stuck out to me and quite obvious were how close our officiating team was. My colleagues, Vinod (Seshan) and Sadi (Sadashiv Iyer) and then the match referees as well and their contribution to the team across the two games. I didnt feel like I was coming from the outside or just joining them for a couple of games. All of them made me feel really welcome, part of the team. We just shared all of our responsibilities. So for me, thats what Im going to take out most from these games, just the teamwork that the umpires showed for each other. I made some pretty good friends for the rest of my life there, he added. As the game progressed in Palam, Treloar stopped feeling like he was officiating in a foreign country. The players, too, went out of their way. Oh yeah, a lot of the players, when they were standing next to me in the field or if we were seeing them in the morning before the game started, they just came over and said hello and asked my name and where I was from. So there was some genuine interest there around me, and I was part of that game for them. But they were very welcoming, very encouraging and just hope that I enjoyed my time in India. So it was really nice. On staying switched on through marathon batting innings from both teams at Palam, Treloar said routines honed over two decades kept him going. You fall back onto those routines, making sure youre doing the same thing every ball, and just reminding yourself where you are and bring yourself back in the moment. Were here at Palam, were umpiring Delhi and Gujarat, and were just doing the best job we can. So for me, six balls at a time, same routine, and we just umpire with what we see and hear at the other end and make decisions based on that. Asked if the low-flying aircrafts flying over his head were a distraction, Treloar stated, Yeah, it was. Weve got a similar ground here in Sydney called Drummoyne Oval, where weve got planes that come over quite regularly as well. So I kind of leant on that experience a bit, and Palam theyre a little bit closer, a little bit louder, but by the end of the game, I think, I didnt realise that they were coming over as often as they were. Treloar then drew the difference between the two venues:- on Delhis black soil, balls stayed low and slow, while Mumbais red soil helped the quicks early before breaking up. When youre in Mumbai, with the ball spinning and bouncing a bit, thats a challenge as well. The ball was bouncing higher at times than what you think, and spinning a bit more than you think as well. So youve got to catch up with tracking the ball, he said. Anticipating this, Treloar joined both squads for intense net sessions on similar surfaces two days before the game and on the eve of the clash. I did because when it started to happen during the match, it wasnt a surprise. So wed seen it beforehand and then just to give ourselves the best opportunity. Its not foolproof. Were not perfect, but you give yourself the best opportunity if you can do that practice before, he said of the preparation. Off the field, the food left a deep impression on Treloar - from rich Delhi fare of stuffed potatoes and capsicums, roti, naan and dal to lighter meals in Mumbai. On his first night back home, he cooked butter chicken, saffron rice and roti from scratch for his family. Being in India gave us a real understanding of the different flavour profiles and then being able to come here and then practise them at home and share some of that experience with my family was really special. So they loved it, which was great and thatll be the first of many different meals that well have together with that Indian flavour. Asked if he was now a cooking connoisseur, Treloar laughed. I dont know about a connoisseur, but I enjoy it. Its something away from cricket that you can lose yourself in and yeah, it makes your family happy. So thats great. I love doing it. Treloars journey began with playing cricket at 11. At 23, after three straight summers of club cricket in Australia, England and back home, he sensed his calling lay in umpiring. I did my first sort of umpiring Laws of Cricket course when I was about 16. I was still playing. I did that with my dad who came along and after we finished that, I kept playing for a bit and then I think I was about 23 or 24 when I made the decision to go into umpiring. I was playing cricket on Saturday and then I started umpiring on Sunday. I did that for a season and then once that season had finished, I think the love for umpiring and officiating took over. So, I stopped playing and then took up officiating on a more regular basis. He cleared his Level 2 accreditation through the New South Wales Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association, where he has worked full-time as an education officer for nearly six years and has been on the active umpiring circuit for 21 years. Next for Treloar are umpiring in Premier Cricket games in Sydney and a Sheffield Shield fixture, but a return trip to India remains firmly on his wish list - this time, he hopes, with his family. For now, gratitude runs deep in Treloar for the experiences the umpires exchange programme offered him for the rest of his life. Cricket Australia and the BCCI have got such a strong and positive relationship. I guess all the umpires from both boards are grateful for the investment that theyre making in umpiring and providing those opportunities for some umpires to experience conditions in different countries. Its a great opportunity for those that are involved to bring that experience back to the umpires in their home country and share those learnings and experiences from the games that theyve had. So any of that assistance that we can provide to our colleagues to help them be better in umpiring, and to help them here at home. Cricket Australia and the BCCI have got such a strong and positive relationship. I guess all the umpires from both boards are grateful for the investment that theyre making in umpiring and providing those opportunities for some umpires to experience conditions in different countries. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Mohammed Shamis childhood coach Badruddin Siddiqui said he and the senior pacers family had repeatedly asked him to hold off on quitting Test cricket, but the veteran fast bowler made up his mind after concluding that his chances of a recall had ended with the non-selection for Tests against New Zealand. Shami brought the curtain down on his Test career on Friday night, exactly 13 years after he made his debut in the longer format against the West Indies at the Eden Gardens. Shami, who could extract seam and swing with the new and old balls, ends his Test career with 229 wickets from 64 matches at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls. He is Indias 12th-highest wicket-taker in the format and sixth on the list among fast bowlers. See, it was going on for a very long time. But I had stopped him from doing it and told him to wait a little longer. He was getting disturbed a lot for the past one year. I mean, when you were not getting a chance to play and perform, then every player would get disturbed. So, it was going on for a long time. But now, when he thought that after the New Zealand series, there is no hope left for a recall, he decided to make this announcement, Siddiqui told IANS on Saturday. He also revealed that Bhuvneshwar Kumars return to the national side had briefly given them reason to feel hopeful for a recall for Shami, but it never happened. It has been going on for a long time. His elder brother, his family, and everyone told him to wait a little longer and not be in a hurry. But he had been getting this feeling to move on for the past few days. It seemed to me that when Bhuvaneshwar Kumar was given a recall to the T20I team, it was possible that Shami would also get a chance in the New Zealand series, one-day or Test series. But it did not happen, and what can I say now? Siddiqui said Shami rarely let his frustration show, even as the wait wore him down. I always used to stop him in the past from doing this. Now it seems like he totally made up his mind to retire from Tests. He was very pareshaan (worried) in the last few days due to this. He didnt open up much in front of me and used to be normal. I would tell him, Mehnat karna hamara kaam hai, baaki sab upar walle pe chodho, and fit raho kyonki khelne ka mauka aa sakta hai (Doing hard work is all we can do, leave the rest to God and keep yourself fit if a chance to play comes), he said. He would do that, and whenever he came to me, he used to practice with the kids. He used to call me and tell me that he is coming and the kids, whether batters or bowlers, would go to him and play and practice with them from morning to evening, he added. Shami hadnt played for India in any format since the victorious Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in Dubai in March 2025. His return to international cricket had come only a couple of months earlier, in a T20I series against England in January, after a lengthy layoff following an operation on the Achilles tendon in his knee and subsequent knee problems post the 2023 ODI World Cup at home. Siddiqui could not understand how a bowler who was consistently delivering for his state could be considered unfit to play Tests. When a child like Shami is performing, you said that he is unfit. He played Ranji Trophy and bowled 20 overs - how can he be unfit? After that injury, he was performing. It is not that he is bowling too many overs and not getting wickets. He was picking 4-5 wickets and making his team win. The Bengal team has surged in performances, and the new bowlers who are playing with him have started performing well as they are playing alongside such an experienced bowler. But we, the coaches of India, or in the administration, are not able to understand. Look, we have good bowlers, but they are inexperienced. Whether it is the New Zealand series or the upcoming World Cup in South Africa, even in India, there was a situation where our bowlers were conceding 350-400 runs in ODIs and were even giving away 250 runs in T20Is. It is not that the bowlers are bad. But you have to learn. Even though you are doing well when you come to play internationally after doing well domestically, you have to learn a lot. For that, you need an experienced bowler from the other end - whether it is Bumrah or Shami. There is no other way to do that. Even the coaches who are there, they cant even tell you the things that a person is doing practically. A senior pacer can make the young bowlers understand more. All of this is beyond my understanding not making a senior bowler play. Look at Australia they are showing trust in their senior fast bowlers, and we are not doing it here, he elaborated. He believed Shami had two more years of Test cricket in him and could have played a key role in shaping Indias next crop of fast bowlers on future tough tours abroad. Woh apne kaam se kaam rakhta hai (He minds his own business). He doesnt say or do anything. Now that his red-ball cricket is over, he can focus on white-ball, and thats no issue. There is still a lot of time. According to me, he could have played Test cricket for two years if he had played from now. I wanted him to be taken care of. For example, there are tours of England, South Africa, and Australia; they will need bowlers like Shami and Bumrah. With them, they would have provided a lot of learning to the new bowlers. If this had happened, you would have got a new bowling pool for the next two years. Like we had that gap in between, that didnt happen. But I dont know what will happen as everyone has a different working approach, he added. Referring to recent comments by Ajinkya Rahane, Siddiqui felt Shamis former India teammates were equally disappointed by the way things ended for him. No player in the world, no fast bowler, no coach, no batsman can say that the attributes Shami has, it is there in any other bowler. Today I was listening to an interview with Ajinkya Rahane, who said that we are fortunate that he is a member of our team. Otherwise, if we had been in the opposing team, then we would have been worried, as the most difficult to face in a game was Shami. So, everyone have supporting players like him. All these players are also worried, and sabko takleef hai (everyone is troubled). Its not that I am troubling their teammates. Everyone wanted Shami to return. But what can you do now? God has thought of something else. But along with God, the people below are also involved in it. I dont know what they have been feeling. I cant understand what they are feeling bad about. Woh bechara toh kuch bolta bhi nahi hai (That poor thing doesnt even say anything), he added. Former India all-rounder and Bengal head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla, who was the state captain when Shami broke into the Ranji Trophy side and got his debut in November 2010, went a step further and held chief selector Ajit Agarkar responsible for the unpleasant end of the pacers Test career. Shami wasnt embroiled in any controversy while playing Tests for India. He hasnt said anything unkind to anyone. So what could be better than this? In the video I posted on Instagram today, I said the same thing: we all wanted him to retire after playing Test cricket. But God didnt approve of that. More than God, the one below didnt approve of it mainly Ajit Agarkar. A stubborn, foolish, and arrogant person - he did not give Suryakumar Yadav a series after winning the T20 World Cup as captain; the man who removed Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from Tests- that man was just worthless. Ajit Agarkars name is always there in history like this - when he used to play, he used to concede a lot of runs. But he played for a long time because he was in the team, but hes shown his game even now, he told IANS. Shamis Test journey began with a bang, as he returned match figures of 9/118 on debut against the West Indies in Kolkata, which remain his best figures. While he was a reverse-swing exponent at home, four of Shamis six five-wicket hauls came in Australia and South Africa. Away from home, he took 145 wickets in 41 Tests at an average of 30.33. On Indian pitches, he was even more destructive, with 76 wickets at an average of 22.1. He played his last Test in the 2023 World Test Championship final, which India lost to Australia at The Oval. Shami will be next seen in action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, when Bengal begin their campaign against Karnataka in an Elite Group A fixture at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 14. Siddiqui signed off by being confident that Shamis best white-ball days were not behind him. Now you will see that he will play white-ball games in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and then the Vijay Hazare Trophy. If he gets another chance to play in other white-ball tournaments, he will also play in them. The way he is bowling right now, it is happening in the same way he started his India career. It doesnt feel like he has been there for so long and is 36. It feels as if hes still bowling as a 26- to 30-year-old and hes absolutely fit, he said.
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