Buttler won't rush rehab - and may not play for England until September
Ex-captain expects January's ODIs in South Africa will
Yastika Bhatia gets WBBL call-up
India's keeper-batter Yastika Bhatia has been signed by Brisbane Heat for the Women's Big Bash League season, replacing the injured Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen.
Everyone Was Shocked: Du Plessis Recalls Smith Replacing Dhoni As RPS Captain
Faf Du Plessis: Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis said everyone in the Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) dressing room was shocked on hearing that MS Dhoni was removed as the sides captain and replaced by premier Australian batter Steve Smith ahead of the 2017 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Du Plessis, who was in the squad then, also said Smith handled the role admirably despite being new to leadership. Dhoni was stripped of the RPS captaincy before the 2017 IPL season began. It was a decision taken by the franchise owner, Sanjiv Goenka, at that time. Smith, who was early in his Australian captaincy career, took charge with Dhoni playing under him, and guided the Pune-based franchise to the 2017 IPL final, where they lost to Mumbai Indians by one run. It was also RPS's last game of the tournament. MS Dhoni was removed as captain of Rising Pune Supergiants after the end of the 2016 IPL season, and thats the biggest move you can make in a tournament of that stature. We hadnt won a couple of games, and the owner at the time made the decision to change the captain. Everyone was shocked after that call. MS Dhoni as captain was gone, and Steve Smith was the new captain. That was pretty early on in his leadership career. He wasnt experienced, but he did a good job. It was tough having MS Dhoni as your number two there, especially after hed just been removed as captain. Smith led the team to the final, and we lost that final, which we should have won. We were that close. Winning that final would have made Smith an IPL-winning captain in just one season of captaincy. That says a lot about him, du Plessis said on Cricinfos Cricketers on Cricketers show. RPS and Gujarat Lions were brought in as stand-in franchises for two seasons after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) were suspended over their team officials' involvement in illegal betting, following the 2013 IPL spot-fixing and betting scandal. Smith led the team to the final, and we lost that final, which we should have won. We were that close. Winning that final would have made Smith an IPL-winning captain in just one season of captaincy. That says a lot about him, du Plessis said on Cricinfos Cricketers on Cricketers show. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
WPL Auction 2027 Live Updates: Grace Harris, Sneh Rana to come under the hammer in marquee event
The mini auction of the WPL (Women's Premier League) 2027 is all set to commence. The marquee event will be held in Kochi on October 28th, and all the five franchises will look to put...
Harmer's Double Strike Rocks Australia On Day 2
Spinner Simon Harmer struck twice in his first over, dismissing Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne, as South Africa gained a strong advantage over Australia on day two of the decisive third Test at Newlands.
Labuschagne's career in dire straits after an otherwise even session
Harmer got Head, Labuschagne in the same over as Renshaw batted out the morning session
Steve Smith Is The Best Player Ive Ever Played With, Says Aaron Finch
Sir Donald Bradman: Former Australia white-ball captain Aaron Finch has called Steve Smith the best player he has ever played with in his playing career, adding that his transformation from a leg-spin bowling all-rounder into one of the worlds finest batters has happened due to a rare mix of natural gift, hard work and an unshakeable belief in his own methods. Smith started as a leg-spinner who batted at number eight and was seen as a potential successor to the legendary Shane Warne. But he has turned out to be Australia's best batter since Sir Donald Bradman, and even held the top spot in Test batters' rankings, apart from captaining the side in all formats. Steve Smith went from being touted as Shane Warnes replacement, starting at eight in the batting order, bowling a few overs of leg spin, getting the odd runs as the finisher. Then something changed overnight. He turned into this absolute gun of a batter that took the world by storm. He was always a handsy player with big movements, moving his feet a lot. Then he simplified that and everything clicked. All the talk initially about him was a bowling all-rounder whos ready to become the next big thing in Australian cricket, but then something clicked with his batting in Test cricket, and he worked it out. The ability to go from number six and five for so long and then slip into number four in the batting order was extraordinary. Hes the best player Ive ever played with by a mile. He says, Im doing it this way; I dont care what it looks like to the outside world. This is what will make me most successful. That is a superpower. To see what he does when others cant, you cant explain why players like me or David Warner couldnt do it, but he could. Its a natural gift, but also hard work, the hours hes put in. Its extraordinary, Finch said on Cricinfos Cricketers on Cricketers show. Smiths career in international cricket was marred by the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town, which led to him being banned from the game for 12 months. He also had to serve a two-year ban from taking any leadership role before becoming the vice-captain to current Test skipper Pat Cummins. Finch, who led Australia to 2021 Mens T20 World Cup triumph, felt being free of the captaincy helped Smith, though he admitted to initially finding it hard to lead the side when the premier right-handed batter was in the team without the leadership armband. After the 2018 incident, coming back into the international setup, Steve Smith was more relaxed as a player because he didnt have the captaincy for obvious reasons. As captain, so much of your time goes into things away from your own game. And then getting the amount of work he wanted done put extra pressure on him mentally, because you need to get this much work done to feel ready to go, but youve still got to worry about everybody else. So finding that balance, not having that captaincy pressure post 2018, was probably a weight off his shoulders because he sits there and goes, now I can just worry about myself. I found it really difficult to captain with him in the side at the start, because Id played under him for quite a bit of time and tactically, I thought he was an outstanding captain. So, I found myself at times being like, is this the right move? What would Smith think? And then one day he just said, why do you keep asking me? Just make your own decision, he elaborated. Finch also picked Smiths batting in the knockout stages of the 2015 ODI World Cup, which Australia won on home soil, as one of his fondest memories of playing alongside him. One of my favourite memories of playing with Steve Smith is the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup of 2015, when he was turning into a beast of a batter, batting at number three. Everyone remembers the quarter-final between Australia and Pakistan for Wahab Riaz vs Shane Watson, but batting at the other end was Steve Smith. It was like he was batting with a stump. He was making Wahab look like medium pace. And then we go to the semi-final against India, and he gets a hundred off 89 balls, and he batted like a dream, and then he played an unbeaten knock of 56 in the final against New Zealand. He didnt show even one bit of nervousness in those three games. One of my favourite memories of playing with Steve Smith is the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup of 2015, when he was turning into a beast of a batter, batting at number three. Everyone remembers the quarter-final between Australia and Pakistan for Wahab Riaz vs Shane Watson, but batting at the other end was Steve Smith. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Why Samson gave up his spot for 15-year-old Sooryavanshi
Abhishek Sharma praised Sanju Samson for giving up his batting position for teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the third T20 International against New Zealand. Sooryavanshi, promoted to open, scored 45 off 19 balls, partnering with Abhishek who hit 113. Samson's selfless act highlighted team spirit, while Sooryavanshi also shared a humorous take on Abhishek's explosive innings.
AFG vs ZIM 2nd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
AFG vs ZIM2nd T20I, Cricket Tips: As expected, Afghanistan bulldozed Zimbabwe in the first game of the three-match T20I series in Sharjah. After sheer dominating over Zimbabwe during the tri-series, the Afghan bowlers didn't give an inch to them in the first T20I either. For the third time in the last few days, Zimbabwe looked horrible with the bat. Rashid Khan bagged yet another MOTM award and was untoppable. Now, Afghanistan have a 1-0 lead, and they will look to win the series next. The second T20I will be held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, starting at 8 PM IST on Thursday. Can Zimbabwe find some form and show some batsmanship against Afghanistan? AFG vs ZIM: Match Details Date : October 29, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 8:00 PM IST Venue : Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah AFG vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details The only option to watch the upcoming game is through the FanCode streaming platform in India. AFG vs ZIM: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches: 22 Afghanistan : 20 Zimbabwe : 02 No-result: 0 AFG vs ZIM: Ground Pitch Report There is good assistance for the bowlers in this wicket. The first T20I saw bowlers getting good help, and the slow wickets tend to make it tough under light. It won't be easy to bat, and chasing will be difficult. AFG vs ZIM: Possible XIs Afghanistan : Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Sediqullah Atal, Mohammad Akram, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, Shahidullah Kamal, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Innocent Kaia, Sikandar Raza (c), Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Ernest Masuku AFG vs ZIM: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shahidullah Kamal and Ryan Burl looked good in the first game and managed it well in these spinning conditions. Probable Best Bowler Rashid Khan has been unplayable for these batters, and he is proving why he is one of the best. For Zimbabwe, Newman Nyamhuri played well in the first game and will be the one to watch out for. Today Match Prediction : After considering the history and current form, Afghanistan have a clear edge over Zimbabwe in this game. AFG vs ZIM Match 2nd T20I, Today Match AFG vs ZIM, AFG vs ZIM Prediction, AFG vs ZIM Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe 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.
Bancroft, Goodwin post centuries as WA bat big against SA
Bancroft finished the day 156 not out while Goodwin made 108 as Western Australia posted 304 for 3 on day one against South Australia at Adelaide Oval
Star India batter Abhishek Sharma has been in incredible form for the last few years for the Men in Blue; the star batter had all the limelight on him as he propelled the Indian team...
McDonald in discussions with Cricket Australia regarding contract extension
Cricket Australia believes two further states could soon vote for BBL privatisation even as the board reports a net profit of AU$81.8 million for the 2025-26 season
Ranji Trophy: Musheer's 6-Wicket Haul Puts Mumbai In Command
Musheer Khan delivered a sensational all-round performance, scoring a century and taking a six-wicket haul, to help Mumbai bowl out Haryana for 270 and enforce a follow-on in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.
SL vs ENG 6th ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
SL vs ENG 6th ODI, Cricket Tips: England have been eliminated from the ongoing ODI tri-series in Pakistan after losing three games on the trot. They have struggled with the ball, and their batting has been below par at times. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will face each other in the final. But before that, Sri Lanka will take on England in the last group game. This contest will be played at Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday at 1:30 PM IST. The last time these two met, several world records were broken. Sri Lanka chased down 430 runs, and that win helped them for the final. Will the fans see the repeat of that high-scoring thriller? SL vs ENG: Match Details Date : October 29, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 1:30 PM IST Venue : Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore SL vs ENG: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the upcoming contest on the FanCode mobile app or website. SL vs ENG: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 82 Sri Lanka: 38 England : 40 No-result : 4 SL vs ENG: Ground Pitch Report Gaddafi Stadium has produced two low-scoring matches in the last few days. Batters have found it challenging against the hard length balls. There is good bounce in the wicket while spinners have got slow turn. The toss will be important because batting second can be a good option here. SL vs ENG: Possible XIs Sri Lanka: Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Sahan Arachchige, Dunith Wellalage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka England : Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook (c), Joe Root, Jordan Cox (wk), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Henry Crocombe SL vs ENG: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Harry Brook and Pavan Rathnayake are in excellent form and made it count in the ongoing tri-series. They will be hard to stop if they get going. Probable Best Bowler Dilshan Madushanka and Jamie Overton have proved to be the strike bowlers for their team and have operated well in these conditions. Today Match Prediction: Sri Lanka would be high on confidence after consecutive wins. They will start this game as favorites over England in these conditions. SL vs ENG 6th ODI, Today Match SL vs ENG, SL vs ENG Prediction, SL vs ENG Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Sri Lanka vs England 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.
Abhishek topples Ishan to reclaim No 1 T20 batter spot
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has become the world No. 1 batter in T20 Internationals, according to the latest ICC rankings.
Abhishek Sharma Topples Ishan Kishan To Become World No. 1 Batter in T20I Rankings
Abhishek's rise to the top spot in the global rankings came a day after he hammered his fourth T20I century against New Zealand in the third T20I
Us 15: Gautam Gambhir's Heartwarming Anniversary Post for Wife Natasha Goes Viral
India head coach Gautam Gambhir grabbed attention on social media with a heartfelt post for his wife, Natasha Jain, as the couple celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary on Wednesday.
Jansen becomes top-ranked Test bowler, Abhishek takes back crown for T20I batters
Temba Bavuma, Scott Boland, Harry Brook, Simon Harmer, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Azmatullah Omarzai are among the gainers in the latest ICC ranking updates
Bhuvneshwar Kumar Hit Or Miss? R Ashwin Delivers Blunt Verdict On Star's Comeback
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the side has been underwhelming so far, with the pacer conceding 139 runs across three matches while picking up just one wicket.
WPL 2027 Auction: RCB Looking To Plug Gaps In Bid For Title Defence, Says Rangarajan
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will use the WPL 2027 auction to fill the gaps in their squad as they try to become the first team to retain the title and be the tournaments three-time winners, said head coach Malolan Rangarajan. RCB will enter the auction with Rs 1.15 crore in their purse and have to fill five slots. You look at what you did well in the league last year, you try to understand how the league has evolved over the last year and you find gaps within your team and you are constantly looking to improve. But the work started a while back and its not now, the work continues. The WPL is coming in January and all we are looking to do now is how we can improve our squad and give us the best chance to go and be the first team to win three championships and the first to be back-to-back (winners), said Rangarajan in a video posted on WPLs social media accounts on Wednesday. The coach added that the groundwork for the auction, starting at 5:30pm in Kochi, had been laid months in advance, with the franchises scouts and coaches getting to work immediately after the final ended in them winning WPL 2026 in Vadodara. RCB has two franchises, both in the IPL and WPL, so there is a lot of work that goes on. But we had our scouts and coaches - all of them started working with our players right after the WPL finals. So the work actually started right after the finals. RCBs bid will be strengthened by the return of star Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry, who opted out of the previous season due to personal reasons. Perry is a very integral part of our team, she has contributed to RCB regardless of us winning or not. It will be a huge boost for her return to our team. Obviously, she strengthens; everybody knows what she does on the field, be it batting, bowling and fielding, so I dont have to go into detail about what an impact she can have for the squad, said Rangarajan. He also congratulated RCB captain Smriti Mandhana on her taking over as India's full-time captain. First of all, very well deserved for Smriti. I think she has been a very, very valuable servant to Indian cricket, and she really deserves it. Its a proud moment for RCB, absolutely, that we have one of our own leading the country. Obviously, she strengthens; everybody knows what she does on the field, be it batting, bowling and fielding, so I dont have to go into detail about what an impact she can have for the squad, said Rangarajan. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
WPL 2027 auction: From live streaming info, slots available to purse; all you need to know
The stage is set for the upcoming edition of the WPL (Womens Premier League) 2027 auction. The mini auction for the tournament is all set to be held on October 28th in Kochi, and all five franchises will look to put their best foot forward and bring home the best players ahead of the new season of the tournament, hoping to play some good cricket .
Women's Premier League 2027 Auction, Live Streaming: Where And Where To Watch Live Telecast
Women's Premier League 2027 Auction, Live Streaming: UP Warriorz have the biggest purse going into the auction with Rs 3.75 crore, followed by Gujarat Giants (Rs 1.25 crore).
ICC Rankings: Abhishek Reclaims T20I Top Spot, Jansen Becomes No. 1 Test Bowler And All-rounder
ICC T20I: Indias Abhishek Sharma reclaimed the top spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings, while South Africas Marco Jansen became the No. 1 ranked Test bowler and all-rounder following the latest update to the Mens Player Rankings released on Wednesday. Jansen achieved the top ranking in both categories for the first time in his career after an impressive performance in South Africas victory over Australia in the second Test match in Gqeberha. The left-arm pacer scored 85 runs and took a match-turning five-wicket haul in Australias first innings. The 26-year-old moved up 13 places to 56th in the Test batting rankings, climbed five spots to overtake Australias Mitchell Starc at the top of the Test bowling charts and rose one place to displace Indias Ravindra Jadeja as the leading Test all-rounder. Jadeja had held the top spot among Test all-rounders for more than four years. Jansens rise comes after former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn recently described him as the best cricketer in the world. Abhishek, meanwhile, returned to the top of the T20I batting rankings after his explosive century against New Zealand in Wellington in the third match of the series on Tuesday. The left-hander reached his hundred in just 35 balls and finished with 113 off 38 deliveries as India secured a six-wicket victory to clinch the series. His innings helped him displace teammate Ishan Kishan from the top spot. Kishan had taken the No. 1 position from Abhishek in July this year following a series of impressive performances in Ireland. Abhishek had first reached the top of the T20I batting rankings in July 2025, overtaking Australias Travis Head. South Africa captain Temba Bavuma was another major gainer in the latest update, moving up four places to second in the Test batting rankings after being named Player of the Match against Australia in the second Test. Bavuma scored 179 in the first innings as South Africa levelled the three-match series 1-1. England captain Harry Brook remains the only batter ahead of him in the rankings. Australia pacer Scott Boland climbed three places to sixth in the Test bowling rankings, while South Africa spinner Simon Harmer gained 15 spots to eighth in the Test all-rounder rankings, which are now led by Jansen. Indias Sanju Samson moved up six places to 20th in the T20I batting rankings, while New Zealands Finn Allen climbed three spots to 25th. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner rose seven places to seventh in the T20I bowling rankings, while Indias Arshdeep Singh gained six spots to 15th. There were also changes in the ODI rankings as the tri-series involving hosts Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka continued. Englands Ben Duckett and Brook made gains in the ODI batting rankings. Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi climbed two places to sixth in the ODI bowling rankings, while Afghanistans Azmatullah Omarzai rose 13 spots to seventh. Namibia spinner Bernard Scholtz gained nine places to eighth. There were also changes in the ODI rankings as the tri-series involving hosts Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka continued. Englands Ben Duckett and Brook made gains in the ODI batting rankings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'Sooryavanshi Got A Chocolate'
'He batted with the freedom of a small boy on a Friday evening who is free in the mind.'
With South Africa bowled out for 329 after losing nine wickets for just 126 runs, Gibbs highlighted the opportunity awaiting Australia's batters on day two, when the visitors began their reply under clear skies.
3rd ODI: Harleen, Kranti and Yastika return as Zimbabwe ask India to bowl
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Oct 28 (IANS) Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat against India in the third women's ODI at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Zimbabwe captain Josephine Nkomo said the ongoing series against India has provided valuable international exposure to her players, helping them understand the gap between the two sides and identify areas for improvement. Definitely, the exposure is good. Now we know how big the gap is and where we need to work on. It has been a good exposure for the girls; we haven't played at this level much. It also gives them a chance to be picked in one of the leagues, Nkomo said. Reflecting on the small wins achieved by her team during the series, she added, It feels good but I know we can do better. We still have a lot to offer, we just need to believe in ourselves. Nkomo, who opted to bat first after winning the toss, said the team wanted to put runs on the board on what she considered a good batting surface. Zimbabwe made one change to their playing XI, bringing in Tendai Makusha, while Nkomo identified a total of around 250 or more as a competitive target. Anything around 250 above 250, gives us a good chance, she said. India captain Smriti Mandhana, meanwhile, confirmed three changes to her side, with Kranti Goud returning to the playing XI alongside Harleen Deol and Yastika Bhatia, who replaced Richa Ghosh and Tejal Hasabnis. Looking ahead to the upcoming South Africa tour and the Champions Trophy, Mandhana said India could consider playing three specialist pacers, particularly with the matches expected to be played under lights. We have South Africa big tour and the Champions Trophy. Considering those will be night matches. Three pacers will be ideal. As we get closer to the Champions Trophy, we will think what will be the best combination. We have so many part-time spinners in our team. So, we can always go with an extra pacer in the team, she said. Mandhana also stressed the importance of taking early wickets with the new ball, praising Kranti, Sayali Satghare and Jintimani Kalita for bowling in the right areas. Pacers with the new ball, I feel we can pick more wickets with the new ball. That's the point for sure. Kranti, Sayali and Jinti, all bowled well in the right areas, she said. Assessing the bowling unit's performance, Mandhana said she would ideally want to restrict opponents to below 150, although a total under 180-200 would also be a reasonable outcome. Well, considering the anything below 180-200 will be good. They are batting decently well. But if I'm being very critical to our bowlers, anything under 150 would be great as a captain. But anything under 180-200 will be good, she added. Playing XIs: India: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana (c), Shafali Verma, Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Deepti Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, Jintimani Kalita, Vaishnavi Sharma Zimbabwe: Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Loryn Phiri, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Beloved Biza, Josephine Nkomo (c), Nyasha Gwanzura, Chiedza Dhururu, Michelle Mavunga, Nomvelo Sibanda, Tendai Makusha, Olinder Chare
Bangladesh Forced To Keep Veteran Star Out In Crucial Test vs West Indies
The veteran wicketkeeper-batter injured his finger while batting in the nets at the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Academy on Tuesday, a day before the series opener at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
Haris Rauf Penalised For On-field Conduct, England Face Over-rate Fine After Lahore ODI
The International Cricket Council: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed a demerit point for an on-field conduct breach during the ODI against England in Lahore on Sunday, while the visitors have incurred a separate penalty for maintaining a slow over-rate. The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that Rauf violated Article 2.2 of its Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which deals with conduct contrary to the spirit of the game. The sanction includes an official reprimand, with his disciplinary tally rising to five demerit points following his third offence within a 24-month period. The incident took place towards the end of Pakistans innings, after the completion of the 46th over. Standing at the non-strikers end, Rauf appealed for a wide before becoming involved in an exchange with England all-rounder Will Jacks. The Pakistan pacer raised his bat during the confrontation and continued arguing despite a warning from umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid. He subsequently brushed past the umpire as he moved towards Jacks. England, meanwhile, have been fined 15 per cent of their match fees after falling three overs behind the required rate, even after time allowances were considered. The penalty was imposed under Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which stipulates a fine of five per cent of a players match fee for every over a team falls short of the minimum over-rate requirement. Both Rauf and England captain Harry Brook accepted the charges and the sanctions proposed by Jeff Crowe of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees. Their admissions meant that formal hearings were unnecessary. The charges were brought by on-field umpires Rashid Riaz and Sharfuddoula, third umpire Wayne Knights and fourth umpire Nassir Hussain. The disciplinary proceedings came after a closely contested encounter that ended in a dramatic victory for Pakistan. Chasing Englands total, Pakistan edged home by one wicket, with Shadab Khan producing an unbeaten century to keep the hosts in contention during the closing stages. Shadab then combined with Rauf in an unbeaten 89-run stand for the final wicket, taking Pakistan across the line with 17 balls to spare. The disciplinary proceedings came after a closely contested encounter that ended in a dramatic victory for Pakistan. Chasing Englands total, Pakistan edged home by one wicket, with Shadab Khan producing an unbeaten century to keep the hosts in contention during the closing stages. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
South Africa vs Australia live score 3rd Test Day 2 from Cape Town
South Africa vs Australia live score 3rd Test Day 2 from Cape Town
India Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 3rd ODI: Live Score Updates
India Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 3rd ODI, Live Updates: India will be taking on Zimbabwe in the third and final ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday in Vadodara.
What A Time To Bat! Fill Your Boots: Gibbs Warns South Africa Ahead Of Australias Batting Innings
Former South Africa: Former South Africa batter Herschelle Gibbs has urged the Proteas to make the most of the batting-friendly conditions at Newlands after Mitchell Starcs six-wicket haul triggered a dramatic collapse on the opening day of the third and final Test against Australia in Cape Town. With South Africa bowled out for 329 after losing nine wickets for just 126 runs, Gibbs highlighted the opportunity awaiting Australias batters on day two, when the visitors began their reply under clear skies. Pretty sure its cloudless skies at Newlands today and what a time to bat! Fill your boots, Gibbs wrote on X on Wednesday. The former South Africa international, who played domestic cricket in Cape Town and scored two Test centuries at Newlands, had earlier pointed to the importance of batting conditions on the second and third days of the match. While acknowledging the challenge posed by Australias bowling attack, he also expressed concern over the uncertainty surrounding the hosts batting line-up. Day 2 and 3 at Newlands best time to bat. We gonna have to bowl well but they do have an unsettled batting lineup, he had written earlier. South Africa had appeared firmly in control after Australia captain Pat Cummins elected to bowl first, racing to 158 without losing a wicket. However, Nathan Lyons breakthrough in the 32nd over opened the door for an extraordinary Australian comeback, with Starc subsequently dismantling the middle and lower order. The left-arm fast bowler finished with figures of 6-72 from 16.3 overs, including a devastating burst in which he claimed four wickets in six deliveries. The performance earned Starc the 20th five-wicket haul of his Test career and transformed what had threatened to become a difficult day for Australia into a promising position heading into the second morning. South Africas eventual total of 329 left Australia with an opportunity to capitalise on the conditions Gibbs had highlighted, although the hosts attack still had a chance to put pressure on the visitors in the deciding Test. Australia have turned to Travis Head and Matt Renshaw to open the innings, bringing back a combination previously used against Bangladesh. Renshaw will be keen to reproduce his performance from the first Test against South Africa, where he scored 190 in the first innings and followed it with 82 in the second. South Africas eventual total of 329 left Australia with an opportunity to capitalise on the conditions Gibbs had highlighted, although the hosts attack still had a chance to put pressure on the visitors in the deciding Test. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ex-India Star Shuts Down Abhishek Sharma Critics With Best Opener Verdict: 'They Are Scared'
Dinesh Karthik has slammed Abhishek Sharma's critics after the star opener smashed 113 off just 38 balls in the third T20I against New Zealand in Wellington.
No Batting Coach For CSK In IPL 2027
Chennai Super Kings will not have a batting coach for IPL 2027, following an overhaul of their coaching staff after recent disappointing results.
Star India women's batter named as Jess Jonassen's replacement at Brisbane Heat ahead of WBBL season
In a major development, Brisbane Heat women recently came forward and announced that South Africas Jess Jonassen has been ruled out of the entire WBBL (Womens Big Bash League) season due to a hip complaint, and after the medical officials advised her to opt out of the season.
Madhav Mantri: A Short International Career, an Extraordinary Cricketing Legacy
When the Mumbai Cricket Association decided to honour Madhav Mantri alongside Sachin Tendulkar and Ajinkya Rahane by naming designated lounges after them at Wankhede Stadium, it also brought back into focus a name that may not immediately mean much to today's cricket followers. Tendulkar and Rahane need no introduction. Mantri belonged to a very different era. He played only four Tests for India and scored 67 runs. But judging him by those numbers would be to miss the real Madhav Mantri. He was a fine wicketkeeper, a successful Bombay captain, a three-time Ranji Trophy winner, a national selector and an administrator. More importantly, he understood cricket deeply and passed that knowledge to two generations of Mumbai batting greatsSunil Gavaskar and Tendulkar. In many ways, Mantri's contribution to Indian cricket was much larger than his Test statistics suggest. He once recalled that CK Nayudu taught him that a wicketkeeper was not merely the man behind the stumps. He could also be the captain's friend, philosopher and guide. That understanding shaped Mantri's own leadership. On India's 1952 tour of England, umpire Frank Chester complimented him on his keeping and expressed surprise that he had not been selected for all the Tests. His keeping was not simply about catches and stumpings. On his Ranji Trophy debut in 1941-42, he made nine dismissalsfour catches and five stumpingsfor Bombay against Northern India, a record that reportedly stood for 18 years. In 42 Ranji Trophy matches, Mantri scored 2,787 runs at an average of 50.67. His outstanding innings came in 1948-49, when he scored 200 against Maharashtra in a remarkable match that produced 2,376 runs and nine centuries. Mantri captained Bombay to Ranji Trophy titles in 1951-52, 1955-56 and 1956-57. These triumphs came before Bombay entered its extraordinary period of dominance. He therefore belonged to an important generation that helped establish the standards and culture of Bombay cricket. He came from an era when representing India was considered an honour rather than a profession. On the 1952 England tour, he recalled that players received modest allowances and there was little difference in payments between leading players and the rest of the squad. Perhaps his greatest cricketing contribution came after his playing career. He was the maternal uncle of Sunil Gavaskar but never treated that relationship as a shortcut to success. Gavaskar wanted his uncle's India cap. Mantri's answer was clear: he would have to earn his own. When Gavaskar eventually received his India cap before the 1971 West Indies tour, he did not wear it in the tour matches. He waited until he had represented India in a Test. Mantri's message to Gavaskar was simple: do not give your wicket away. Make the bowler earn it. The influence of the man with 67 Test runs could be seen in the mentality of the man who became India's first great 10,000-run Test batsman. Almost four decades after his own Test debut, Mantri found himself close to another extraordinary Mumbai talent. He was India's team manager on the 1990 tour of England, when Sachin Tendulkar was only 17. At Old Trafford, Tendulkar scored an unbeaten 119 in the second Test, his maiden Test century and, at the time, the youngest Test hundred by an Indian. Mantri was there to witness the moment. Mantri later became a national selector and was involved in the selection of Ajit Wadekar for India. He also served as president of the Mumbai Cricket Association and treasurer of the BCCI. But titles and administrative positions alone do not explain why his name still matters. Madhav Mantri died in 2014 at the age of 92. His international career was short and his statistical footprint in Test cricket modest. So when his name appears beside Tendulkar and Rahane at Wankhede, it should not be seen simply as an honour for an old Mumbai cricketer. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories It is a reminder that cricketing influence cannot always be measured in runs, wickets or the number of Tests played. Some cricketers leave behind records. Others leave behind a cricketing culture. Madhav Mantri did both in his own wayand Mumbai cricket remembers him for the second perhaps even more than the first.
Mitchell Starc Reveals How Wife, Coach Helped Him A Night Before Cape Town Heroics
Australia seamer Mitchell Starc revealed that he haven't felt right through the ongoing South Africa Test series, prompting him to review footage from the Durban Test and compare his bowling action with clips from the Ashes.
Irfan Pathan Gets A Birthday Gift From Sooryavanshi
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan lauded teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 45 off 19 balls against New Zealand, highlighting his unique bat flow and hip-shoulder separation as key to generating immense power despite his young age.
If Jimmy Anderson: Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has criticised Lancashires decision to part ways with James Anderson ahead of the 2027 season, calling the countys handling of the situation disrespectful after the veteran seamer claimed 50 wickets at an average of 17 in the 2026 County Championship. Broad questioned why the club failed to arrange a more fitting farewell for Englands record Test wicket-taker, despite understanding that Lancashires new management needed to assess its plans for the future. Anderson, 44, confirmed his impending departure in a social media statement after Lancashire decided against offering him a fresh contract. The veteran, who continued playing county cricket after retiring from international duty in 2024, had captained Lancashire in Division Two this season. His performances came despite the club enduring a difficult campaign, finishing second from bottom in the Championship. Broad acknowledged the change in leadership at Old Trafford but argued that the transition did not excuse the manner in which the decision was communicated. It is a pretty disrespectful way for Lancashire to deliver that news to him, Broad said on the For the Love of Cricket podcast. He met with the new chief executive and the new director of cricket Paul Farbrace and they said they would not be offering him a new contract. That is October 19. I get that they are new in the role so they could not have done that in August and said, 'sign off, give the fans your goodbye, have your last bowl at Old Trafford', all that sort of stuff. But there must be some leadership within that club that could have planned that. The former England pacer suggested the club could have planned a farewell that allowed supporters to acknowledge one of the most accomplished players in its history. He also recognised the financial and recruitment considerations that may have influenced the countys thinking, particularly after a disappointing season. However, Andersons individual record made the decision difficult for him to understand I get that the thought process is probably they can get two half-decent cricketers for the one with losing that salary. They have finished second bottom of the Championship, had a woeful season, they have been poor for a few years, and they need to improve. But Jimmy got 50 wickets at 17 - there are not many bowlers in the country that did that so it does not surprise me that there have already been some counties on the phone to see what his interest levels are, he added. The possibility of Anderson continuing his career elsewhere has also emerged, with Broad pointing out that the seamers statement did not signal an outright retirement. Given his performances this season, Broad believes other county sides could be interested in securing his services for 2027. I dont know what is next for him. His statement was quite interesting because he didnt retire. He might look at other options. He still offers a lot and a lot of counties would want him. He is still one of the best bowlers in the country. I didnt like it from Lancashire to be honest. I thought it was not done in the right way, I thought it was disrespectful. You give your icons and your greats of the game a better sign-off and send-off than that. It shows a lack of leadership at the club, he added. Broad further questioned the absence of stronger intervention from Lancashires senior leadership, arguing that the clubs board should have ensured the circumstances surrounding Andersons departure were handled differently. Where is the chair and the board demanding that this be done in a better way? I feel uneasy; I feel uncomfortable about it. If Jimmy Anderson wants to play another year when he has taken 50 wickets at 17 then you find a way to do that, Broad said. Broad further questioned the absence of stronger intervention from Lancashires senior leadership, arguing that the clubs board should have ensured the circumstances surrounding Andersons departure were handled differently. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Tennis great Novak Djokovic praises Serbia's student movement after stunning election win
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'James Anderson Deserved Better': Stuart Broad Blasts Lancashire Over Star's Exit
James Anderson took 50 County Championship wickets last season at an average of 17 and was named Lancashire's player of the year.
Despite 3rd T20I Loss, New Zealand Batter Finn Allen Delivers Big Praise For Team India
India chased down a daunting 199-run target in just 13.2 overs in Wellington, with Abhishek smashing a 38-ball 113 and sharing a 133-run opening stand with Sooryavanshi to hand the visitors a crushing six-wicket win.
'Khelunga Bhi Vaise Hi': Abhishek Reveals Vaibhav's Bhaag Milkha Bhaag-inspired Message
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag: India opener Abhishek Sharma revealed that young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had invoked a famous dialogue from the Bollywood film Bhaag Milkha Bhaag during their net session ahead of the third T20I against New Zealand before delivering an explosive performance in Indias series-clinching victory. Sooryavanshi told Abhishek that he would bat in the same fearless manner, drawing inspiration from the films iconic dialogue, Bhaiya, khelunga bhi waise hi, which translates to Brother, I will play the same way. The 14-year-old backed up those words with an attacking 45 off just 19 balls, providing the perfect platform for Abhishek to smash a sensational 113 off 38 deliveries as India chased down New Zealands target of 199 in just 13.2 overs to win the third T20I by six wickets at the Hnry Stadium on Tuesday. Speaking in a BCCI video after the match, Abhishek recalled his conversation with Sooryavanshi and praised the youngster for sticking to his aggressive approach. Yesterday, Vaibhav told me something in the nets that I will play the same way as in the Milkha Singh movie Bhag Milkha Bhag dialogue Bhaiya, khelunga bhi waise hi, Abhishek said. The left-hander also explained how Sooryavanshis fearless approach in the opening over lifted the confidence of the batter at the other end, particularly while facing New Zealands frontline fast bowler. When you are chasing 200 or 190, his first ball, first over, is his main fast baller. And if you show such aggression as an opener. Because I was on the other side, so I saw that. On the first ball, the non-striker gets excited, Abhishek said. I feel special mention to Vaibhav. What he did today, I think, played a very crucial role today. So it goes to him, he added. The opening pair made a mockery of New Zealands bowling attack, putting on a record-breaking display as India reached 118 without loss in the powerplay, the highest-ever team total in the first six overs of a mens T20 International. India also brought up their 50 in just 2.2 overs, equalling the joint-fastest team fifty in the format, before crossing the 100-run mark in five overs. Abhishek also praised the teams selfless approach, pointing to Sanju Samsons willingness to adjust his role after opening in the previous two innings. One more thing. Sanju Bhai was opening the game. We can see that everyone is selfless. The atmosphere that the team showed today. It must be easy for everyone, Abhishek said. I feel like Sanju Bhai showed his character. The whole team showed their character, he added. Abhishek also lauded Indias bowlers for restricting New Zealand to 198/3 after Daryl Mitchells unbeaten 89 off 52 balls had put the hosts in a strong position. He singled out the contributions of Axar Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy, saying the bowlers efforts helped set up Indias explosive response. Abhishek also lauded Indias bowlers for restricting New Zealand to 198/3 after Daryl Mitchells unbeaten 89 off 52 balls had put the hosts in a strong position. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Mushfiqur Out Of WI Test Opener With Finger Injury; Expected To Return For Sylhet Test
Bangla National Cricket Stadium: Bangladesh will begin their Test series against the West Indies without veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim, who has been ruled out of the opening match after failing to recover sufficiently from an index-finger injury sustained during a training session. However, the team expects the experienced batter to be available for the second Test in Sylhet, beginning November 5. Mushfiqur injured his finger while batting in the nets at the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Academy on Tuesday, a day before the series opener at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. A delivery from a net bowler struck his finger, forcing him to leave the session in pain. Although an initial assessment did not suggest a serious injury, the batter continued to experience discomfort the following morning, particularly while attempting to put on his wicketkeeping gloves. An X-ray subsequently showed no tear, but the medical team decided against risking his participation in the first Test. Bangladesh team physio Bayjedul Islam Khan confirmed that the 38-year-old had sustained a contusion and outlined the expected recovery period. Mushfiqur Rahim got hurt on his index finger during practice yesterday. He was under observation afterwards. But there wasnt sufficient improvement till this morning. It is a contusion injury. We are hopeful that he will recover in the next three days. He will be available for the next Test, Khan said in a BCB statement, as quoted by Cricinfo. Mushfiqurs absence has created an opportunity for Towhid Hridoy, who has been named in Bangladeshs playing XI for the series opener. Hridoy has limited experience in the longest format, having made his Test debut against Zimbabwe in Harare earlier this year. The setback comes at a time when Mushfiqur remains an important figure in Bangladeshs Test batting line-up. He became the first cricketer from the country to reach 100 Test appearances last year and has maintained an average above 40 across his six matches since achieving the milestone. His most recent outing came against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi earlier this month, where he scored a duck in the first innings before responding with 81 in the second. Despite a largely injury-free career, Mushfiqur has previously missed a Test against Sri Lanka at home for personal reasons, while his last absence due to injury came during Bangladeshs tour of the West Indies in November 2024. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bat first in Dhaka as the hosts began their campaign without one of their most experienced players. Despite a largely injury-free career, Mushfiqur has previously missed a Test against Sri Lanka at home for personal reasons, while his last absence due to injury came during Bangladeshs tour of the West Indies in November 2024. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ex-Sri Lanka captain Shashikala Siriwardene begins new chapter as coach in Australia
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) After spending nearly two decades representing Sri Lanka on the international stage, former captain Shashikala Siriwardene is finding a different kind of fulfilment in cricket, working with young players at Plenty Valley Cricket Club in Victoria as she begins her journey as a full-time coach. Her transition from international player to coach has taken her to Melbournes northern suburbs, where the former allrounder is concentrating on developing the next generation of women cricketers. Having previously combined leadership and coaching responsibilities with playing, the 2026-27 season marks her first campaign dedicated entirely to coaching. Im at Plenty Valley Cricket Club in Victoria as the coach of the womens teams. It is my first year purely as a coach. I was a captain-coach last year so this is my first season not playing, Siriwardene told cricket.com.au. Siriwardenes credentials extend well beyond her experience as a leader. She remains the only Sri Lankan cricketer to have scored more than 1,000 runs and taken at least 100 wickets in womens ODIs, finishing her career in the format with 2,029 runs and 124 wickets. Her international journey began in 2003, at a time when womens cricket in Sri Lanka operated without the Sri Lanka Cricket Boards direct administration. Over the years, she witnessed the sports transformation into a more structured and increasingly professional environment. When I started, there were like six clubs, with maybe 200 to 400 players involved. Since then, we have seen a lot of growth, with new structures and systems in place to keep cricket growing and even keeping retired players within the game through different avenues. Her final international appearance came at the 2020 ICC Womens T20 World Cup in Melbourne. Rather than stepping away from the sport after retirement, Siriwardene began exploring coaching opportunities, completing her Level 2 coaching qualification and gaining experience with Sri Lankas Under-19 womens team ahead of the inaugural Under-19 Womens World Cup. After I retired, I started doing my Level 2 coaching and wanted to get more involved. I was able to work with the Under 19 Sri Lankan team before the inaugural Under 19 Womens World Cup and really enjoyed it. I wanted to keep growing my experience, so I moved to Australia to learn more as I was forming my coaching career, she said. Australia offered her an opportunity to understand the game from a different perspective. She joined Wynnum-Manly in Brisbane as a player and assistant coach, allowing her to experience the countrys club cricket structure while beginning to establish herself in coaching. When I moved here, I thought that because it is a new atmosphere, I should experience it from the ground up, so that meant experiencing cricket in Australia as a player, Siriwardene said. I really enjoyed it. I realised that I still have cricket in me. It was tough moving to a new country with a lot of my family back in Sri Lanka but the cricket helped a lot, it was competitive and very enjoyable, she added. Her Australian journey subsequently brought her to Melbournes Box Hill Cricket Club in 2024. A year later, she joined Plenty Valley as captain-coach, before relinquishing her playing responsibilities for the current season. At Plenty Valley, her priorities centre on balancing competitive ambitions with the long-term development of young cricketers. We have a lot of young players at our club, so for me it has been focusing on development, but also on results. We are wanting to play to win but also develop our young players and really create a strong culture for these girls, she stated. Siriwardenes decision to pursue coaching also reflects a broader shift in womens cricket, where former international players are increasingly taking up roles that allow them to contribute to the sport beyond their playing careers. Australias Shelley Nitschke and Englands Charlotte Edwards are among those leading their respective national teams, while former England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor has moved into coaching the mens game. For Siriwardene, passing on her experience is an important part of ensuring the progress made in womens cricket continues. There are huge opportunities now for past players to stay in the game, whether it be through coaching or other paths. Its very important for us to give back to the game. We have been playing for generations and need to continue to grow womens cricket and teach the younger players coming through. If even one young girl can learn from us and it helps them, then that makes it important, no matter the level. We need to give back what we gain from cricket, she mentioned. Although she has ambitions to move into coaching at a higher level, Siriwardene is approaching the early stages of her new career with an emphasis on learning and enjoying the process. A future role with an Australian state side or the Sri Lankan national team remains an aspiration, but her immediate focus is on the players she works with every day. I love coaching, love helping our players and seeing them improve. It gives me a lot of satisfaction. I want to keep coaching for as long as I can, no matter what level. I would eventually love to coach at the state level in Australia, or even coach Sri Lanka one day. But right now, I'm still learning; Ill never stop learning, but I am really enjoying myself and happy to just be involved in the game. For a cricketer whose international career spanned 17 years, the next phase is about building something different: helping young players find their footing in a sport that has changed considerably since she first took the field.
Abhishek, Vaibhav show why India are hard to stop
New Zealand batter Finn Allen discussed the team's recent T20 International loss to India, highlighting the valuable lessons learned from India's dominant batting performance. He acknowledged the difficulty in stopping players like Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once they got going. Allen emphasised that despite the series defeat, every game is important for building towards the T20 World Cup in a couple of years.
Shadman firm but Bangladesh lose two in opening session
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WBBL: Yastika Bhatia replaces Jess Jonassen at Brisbane Heat
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Carey, Head Honoured With Adelaide Mural Ahead Of Christmas Test
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg: With 50 days remaining until Australia take on New Zealand in the Christmas Test at Adelaide Oval, hometown heroes Travis Head and Alex Carey have been immortalised in a mural in Adelaides central business district, adding to the anticipation surrounding one of the Australian summers marquee cricket events. Unveiled by Cricket Australia on Wednesday, the artwork celebrates the contribution of the two South Australian cricketers, who have become prominent figures in Australian cricket. The mural captures Head and Carey raising their bats, with the Adelaide Oval scoreboard, The Hill and St Peters Cathedral incorporated into the backdrop. The artwork stands at the corner of King William Street and Currie Street, at the former Adelaide Metro Information Centre. NSW-based artist Calum Hotham created the mural in collaboration with street art studio Blank Walls, completing the project over the course of a week. The unveiling brought together members of Heads family, former Australian cricketer and Seven cricket expert Callum Ferguson, and Kayo Sports expert Mel Jones. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg said the mural was a fitting tribute to the pair as the countdown to the Test continues, stating, Travis Head and Alex Carey are fantastic ambassadors for Australian and South Australian cricket, and its great to celebrate their contribution to the game as we mark 50 days until the Christmas Test. The Christmas Test has quickly become one of the marquee events of the Australian summer, and the atmosphere at Adelaide Oval is unique. South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) CEO Charlie Hodgson also highlighted the significance of the fixture and the opportunity for local supporters to watch two of their own represent Australia on home soil. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg said the mural was a fitting tribute to the pair as the countdown to the Test continues, stating, Travis Head and Alex Carey are fantastic ambassadors for Australian and South Australian cricket, and its great to celebrate their contribution to the game as we mark 50 days until the Christmas Test. The Christmas Test has quickly become one of the marquee events of the Australian summer, and the atmosphere at Adelaide Oval is unique. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
England Great James Anderson Treated With Disrespect By Lancashire: Stuart Broad
England's record Test wicket-taker James Anderson was treated with disrespect when he was released by Lancashire, according to his former pace bowling partner Stuart Broad. Lancashire announced on Sunday that Anderson would not have his contract renewed. It came after a season in which the 44-year-old took 50 County Championship wickets at an average of 17 and was named Lancashire's player of the year. Anderson indicated that the decision to part ways with the club had been taken out of his hands. If it was up to me it wouldn't have ended like this, but I wish the players and fans all the best for the future, he said. Broad, who formed a lethal tandem with Anderson in England's pace attack, slammed Lancashire's decision to axe his old friend. I think it's a pretty disrespectful way for Lancashire to deliver that news to him, Broad told the For The Love of Cricket podcast. I think you give your icons or greats of the game a better sign-off, a better send-off than that, and it shows a lack of leadership at that club, a lack of doing it in the right way. Anderson retired from Test cricket in 2024 with 704 wickets, the most by a fast bowler in the five-day format. Only spin bowling stars Muttiah Muralitharan (800) and Shane Warne (708) took more Test wickets than Anderson. Broad said the Lancashire controversy echoed how Anderson's England career was ended in 2024 before he was ready to call time. I feel for Jimmy because the Test career sort of got ended by (director of cricket) Rob Key and (former coach) Brendon McCullum before -- a bit of a shock to Jimmy for sure, and done in a pretty poor way, Broad said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories This, again, it just doesn't sit that comfortably for me and I think he deserves more.
Nicola Carey named Hobart Hurricanes captain for WBBL 12
Digital Desk | Hobart, Oct 28 (IANS) Hobart Hurricanes have appointed experienced all-rounder Nicola Carey as captain for WBBL 12, with Australia white-ball star taking the reins from her recently retired partner Elyse Villani. Carey, who is the club's most-capped women's player, succeeded Villani following her fairytale WBBL farewell, which saw the former skipper lead the Hurricanes to their maiden championship last season. She will be supported by Heather Graham, who has been named vice-captain. Carey is now hoping to lead her side to consecutive Big Bash titles, a feat never before achieved by the club in either the men's or women's competition. It's a huge honour (and) big shoes to fill, obviously, with Elyse (Villani) leaving us at the end of last season, but I'm incredibly honoured to be given the job, Carey said in a statement. Hopefully, I can do half as good a job as Elyse did. Having been vice-captain, I've been to a lot of the meetings and seen how Elyse has gone about it, which has been hugely beneficial. We're very different people, though, so I feel like I'll do it my way, but I don't think that'll change too much from how I go about things day to day within the group. Carey believes the opportunity to work closely with Villani in recent seasons has provided valuable preparation for the challenge ahead. I put my hat in the ring for the job, but I havent done a heap of it during her career. But having been vice captain, I've been to a lot of the meetings and seen how Elyse has gone about it, which has been hugely beneficial. We're very different people, though, so I feel like I'll do it my way, but I don't think that'll change too much from how I go about things day to day within the group, she added. Carey has played 88 WBBL games with Hobart since making the move from Sydney Thunder in 2019. The 33-year-old hit the winning runs against the Perth Scorchers to secure the team a historic maiden WBBL title last year. No Hurricanes player has taken more wickets than Carey (85) in the WBBL. The left-hand batter is also the club's second-highest run-scorer in women's Big Bash history with 1,362 runs, trailing only Lizelle Lee (1,409).
India vs NeZ 4th T20I: Eden Park set for record 40,000 sell-out crowd
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'No Regrets': Wawrinka brings career to a close with defeat in Basel
Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has played the final match of his career at the Swiss Indoors in Basel, losing to Jiri Lehecka. The 41-year-old Swiss star, known for his powerful one-handed backhand, announced his retirement after a career spanning 24 years, marked by major victories over Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
People Want Him Dropped: Ex-India Star's Massive Reminder After Abhishek Sharma's 38-Ball 113
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IND-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
IND-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI , Cricket Tips :The ongoing series against Zimbabwe Women has proved to be very easy for Smriti Mandhana and her team. After winning the T20I series, the hosts have also won the ODI series without much hard work. Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma scored centuries in the last game, and India sealed the series win. It was a complete domination by Team India, where Zimbabwe Women didn't have an answer. The third and final ODI will be played on Wednesday at BCA Stadium at 2 PM IST. India will be looking to end the series with a 3-0 series margin. Zimbabwe Women have the last chance to impress everyone with some fight. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Match Details Date : October 28, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 2:00 PM IST Venue : BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara IND-W vs ZIM-W: Live Streaming Details Fans can tune into Star Sports networks for the live action, and the match will be streamed live on Jio Hotstar app or website. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Head-to-Head in ODI Total Matches : 3 Zimbabwe Women: 0 India Women : 3 No Result: 0 IND-W vs ZIM-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket is good for batting, and India proved it in both games. It is important for bowlers to bowl at the tight length because a small error can cost big. The conditions will remain similar throughout the game. IND-W vs ZIM-W: Possible XIs India Women: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana (c), Shafali Verma, Tejal Hasabnis, Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Sayali Satghare, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani, Jintimani Kalita Zimbabwe Women: Loryn Phiri, Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Josephine Nkomo (c), Beloved Biza, Nyasha Gwanzura, Chiedza Dhururu, Michelle Mavunga, Nomvelo Sibanda, Tendai Makusha, Olinder Chare IND-W vs ZIM-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shafali Verma and Beloved Biza have been two consistent batters on this tour and will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Shree Charani has carried her good form and has been among the wickets. For Zimbabwe, Michelle Mavunga is the key with the ball. Today Match Prediction: I ndia Women have proved why they are better than Zimbabwe Women in all aspects. We predict the hosts to win this game. IND-W vs ZIM-W Match 3rd ODI, Today Match IND-W vs ZIM-W, IND-W vs ZIM-W Prediction, IND-W vs ZIM-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for IND-W vs ZIM-W 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.
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ICC Congratulates Kettleborough On Completing A Century Of Tests
ICC World Test Championship Final: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has congratulated Richard Kettleborough, a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, on reaching a major career milestone, standing as an on-field umpire in his 100th Test during the third Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town on Tuesday. The 53-year-old becomes only the fifth umpire to reach three figures, joining Aleem Dar (145 Tests), Steve Bucknor (128), Rudi Koertzen (108) and Rod Tucker (102) in the 100-Test club. Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, said: Reaching 100 Test matches as an on-field umpire is an outstanding achievement and a moment to celebrate Richard Kettleboroughs exceptional career. To be only the fifth umpire to reach this landmark speaks volumes about his consistency, professionalism and enduring contribution to the game. Richard has earned the admiration and respect of players and fellow officials through his sound judgement, composure under pressure and unwavering commitment to the highest standards of umpiring. We congratulate him on this remarkable milestone and thank him for the outstanding service he continues to provide to international cricket, the ICC said. Kettleborough said: I am grateful to the ICC and ECB for their continued support, to my colleagues on the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires and Referees for their friendship and encouragement. To my dad and aunt who are sadly no longer with us, I know how proud you would have been; to my children Millie, Jack and Alfie and to loved ones, I wish you could all be here. This milestone is as much yours as it is mine. I look forward to seeing you all soon and to many more rewarding years in the game, he added. Kettleborough made his international umpiring debut in a T20I between England and Australia at Old Trafford in 2009 and officiated in his first Test in Galle in November 2010 between Sri Lanka and the West Indies. He has also stood in 114 ODIs, 46 T20Is, four Womens ODIs and four Womens T20Is. Kettleborough played 33 first-class matches from 1994 to 1999 for Middlesex and Yorkshire in the English County Championship before he was included in the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) panel of umpires in 2006. Kettleborough was named in the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires in May 2011, becoming its youngest member at the time. Kettleborough made his international umpiring debut in a T20I between England and Australia at Old Trafford in 2009 and officiated in his first Test in Galle in November 2010 between Sri Lanka and the West Indies. He has also stood in 114 ODIs, 46 T20Is, four Womens ODIs and four Womens T20Is. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ahmadzai, Rashid and Farooqi give Afghanistan a comfortable win
Ahmadzai and Rashid's knocks helped Afghanistan to 177 on a sluggish wicket before the latter plucked out two wickets with the ball
Ranji Trophy: Shorey, Samarth, Malewar fifties put Vidarbha in pole position
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Ranji Trophy: Saransh Jain Guides Madhya Pradesh To Innings Win Against Bihar Inside 2 Days
India spinner Saransh Jain produced a career-best match haul of 13 wickets to single-handedly dismantle Bihar and power Madhya Pradesh to an innings and 174-run victory in their Ranji Trophy Group A match, which ended inside two days on Tuesday.
146 Players, 27 Slots: WPL Teams Gear Up for Auction Day
The Women's Premier League (WPL) mini-auction in Kochi on Wednesday will see 146 players, including capped Indian and international cricketers, go under the hammer. Teams like UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians will bid for 27 available spots, with a focus on Indian talent and strategic backups for the WPL 2027 season.
World Class, Very Special: Abhishek Sharma Showered With Huge Praise By NZ Star After 113 Off 38
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Shreyas Iyer's 2-Word Reaction Sums Up Abhishek Sharma-Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Carnage In 3rd T20I
India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer described the batting display of Abhishek Sharma and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as absolutely stunning after their explosive start powered India to a six-wicket win over New Zealand in the third T20I on Tuesday
Mitchell Starc Takes 6 As Australia Fight Back In South Africa Decider
Mitchell Starc took four wickets in six balls to cap an Australian fightback on the first day of the third Test against South Africa at Newlands on Tuesday. Mitchell Starc Takes 6 As Australia Fight Back In South Africa DeciderStarc finished with six for 72 as South Africa were bowled out for 329 shortly before the close in a match to decide a series between the two leading Test nations. South Africa started the day with a dominant batting display after Australian captain Pat Cummins won the toss and sent them in on a pitch which looked good for batting. Marques Ackerman, in his second Test, raced to 82 off 75 balls as he and Aiden Markram put on 140 for no wicket before lunch. They took the stand to 158 before the left-handed Ackerman charged down the pitch against off-spinner Nathan Lyon and was stumped for 95, made off 94 balls with 12 fours and two sixes. It was the start of an Australian fightback as six wickets fell for 74 runs in 25 overs. Markram was caught at long leg off Josh Hazlewood for 78 and Temba Bavuma was bowled by Lyon for a duck before Starc dismissed David Bedingham (50) and Wiaan Mulder (0) in the space of three balls. Ryan Rickelton and Marco Jansen put on 95 for the seventh wicket and South Africa were on course to finish the day in a strong position before Australia took the second new ball shortly before the close. Starc trapped Rickelton leg before wicket for 42 with his fourth delivery with the new ball, then bowled Jansen two balls later for 52. He wrapped up the innings by bowling Gerald Coetzee and having Kagiso Rabada leg before with the first and third balls of his next over. Steve Smith was ruled out because of a neck injury as Australia made four changes for the series decider following their defeat by an innings and 31 runs in the second Test in Gqeberha. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Batsmen Cameron Green and Josh Inglis, batting all-rounder Cooper Connolly and off-spinner Nathan Lyon came into the team in place of Smith, Nic Maddinson, Beau Webster and Scott Boland.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) With the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction set to take place in Kochi on Wednesday, UP Warriorz are heading into the player selection process with a strong core already in place and a clear idea of what they want from the remaining squad spots. The Warriorz have retained 11 players ahead of the auction, built around a mix of international experience, seasoned Indian players and promising young talent. Former Australia captain Meg Lanning, compatriot Phoebe Litchfield, Englands Sophie Ecclestone and USA international Tara Norris make up the overseas group, while Deepti Sharma leads the Indian core alongside Harleen Deol, Pratika Rawal and Shikha Pandey. Young Indian players Kranti Gaud, Shipra Giri and Simran Shaikh complete the retained list. With that foundation secured, the focus now moves to the seven slots still available, two of them for overseas players. For the Warriorz, the auction is less about chasing big names and more about finding players who fit defined roles within the teams structure and add depth across a long tournament. Head coach Abhishek Nayar, who took charge ahead of the 2026 season, said the retained group gives the team a firm platform to build on. We have a strong group in place, and the players understand our environment and what we want to achieve. At the auction, we are not looking at it as a chance to simply add names. We want players who complement what we already have, who give us options with both bat and ball, and who can handle different roles depending on the match situation. Balance and flexibility will be very important for us, said Abhishek Nayar, head coach, UP Warriorz. We have also been clear about our belief in Indian talent. There are players in the auction pool who are hungry to improve and are ready for the demands of this level. If we can identify the right ones and give them the right platform, that is good for the team and for their development as well, he added. Kshemal Waingankar, COO & director of cricket, Capri Sports, said the franchises approach at the auction will stay consistent with the thinking behind its retentions. We went into the retentions with a clear idea of the kind of team we want to build, and the auction is a continuation of that. We have a core that gives us quality and experience, and now it is about adding the right pieces around it. We will be disciplined and stay true to our plan rather than being drawn into decisions that do not fit the squad, said Kshemal Waingankar, COO & Director of Cricket, Capri Sports. Our aim is to build a team that can perform consistently, and to keep creating an environment where Indian talent can grow and make its mark at the highest level, he added. The Warriorz will enter the WPL 2027 auction with the objective of completing a well-rounded squad around their established core, as they prepare for another competitive campaign.
WPL 2027: G. Kamalini Fully Available As Four New Names Added To Player Auction Pool
Delhi Premier League: Four more players have been added to the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction list at the request of the five franchises, while India wicketkeeper-batter G. Kamalini will be available for the entire season, a source told IANS. The new entrants in the 2027 WPL auction pool, which now stands at 150 players, are Delhi all-rounders Medhavi Bidhuri and Samaira Raghav, New Zealand pacer Bree Illing and Uttar Pradesh bowler Avanya Jain. The auction will start at 5:30 pm in Kochi on Wednesday. Yes, during the auction briefing held today, the late addition of four players was made, and all five teams were informed about it. All five teams were also told that G Kamalini is fully available for the 2027 WPL season as she will not be playing in the 2027 U-19 World Cup, which was the case before, further said the source to IANS on Tuesday. Kamalinis availability for 2027 WPL had been in question before she was understood to be in contention for next years Under-19 World Cup, which directly clashes with the tournaments fifth season running from January 14 to February 7. Two-time winners, Mumbai Indians had released Kamalini, who had a contract of Rs 1.1 crore, during last months retention deadline. But with Kamalini, who has set her base price at Rs 40 lakhs, fully available for the WPL, it means that she can get a good payday at the auction, where 27 slots are to be filled, and wicketkeeper-batters will be in great demand. While Medhavi, who bowls leg-spin, has gone viral for her 6-7 celebration in the Delhi Premier League (WPL) womens competition, Samaira is coming off a good showing in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy and is also believed to be selected for the U19 Womens T20 Challengers tournament, which prompted her late addition to the WPL auction pool. The 2027 WPL auction will open with a full round of capped players, and is followed by a full round of uncapped players. After the 50th player, the accelerated rounds may begin. With each teams overall purse at Rs 15 crore, UP Warriorz, who finished last in 2026 and have never reached the final in four seasons, have the most to spend at Rs 3.75 crore. The Meg Lanning-led side has eight slots to fill -- five Indian and three overseas spots. Gujarat Giants have a purse of Rs 1.25 crore available to fill three slots -- one of which is overseas. Defending champions and two-time winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru have Rs 1.15 crore available to fill five slots -- two of which are overseas. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have Rs 1.10 crore in hand to fill five slots -- one of which is overseas. Mumbai Indians have Rs 90 lakh purse available to fill six Indian player slots. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Scotland wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Bryce is another name that will keep five teams interested, as well as Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Uncapped batters Vrinda Dinesh, Gongadi Trisha, Saanika Chalke, and Mumbais 15-year-old batting sensation Ira Jadhav could draw strong bidding interest from the five franchises. Australias T20 World Cup-winning captain Sophie Molineux, who has listed herself at a base price of Rs 50 lakh, and Jess Jonassen, who missed the 2026 season with a shoulder injury, are the biggest overseas names in the auction pool. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
At 44, Anderson Finds a New Cricketing Home in Italy!
At 44, James Anderson will extend his playing career as captain and co-owner of Napoli Knights in Italy's Italia T10 league, helping develop home-grown talent ahead of cricket's Olympic ambitions.
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Ranji Trophy: Salil takes Punjab to 431; Hyderabad solid in reply
The middle-order batter smashes his third successive ton and puts on 116 for the last wicket with Umesh after Milind reduces the visitor to 315 for nine; Abhirath and Rahul lead the hosts response
Happy but not satisfied, says Musheer
Kotian and Musheer stand out for Mumbai on a frustrating day
The former scores a patient unbeaten 52 as the host makes 430 against Haryana, while the latter strikes twice in the last hour
Ranji Trophy: Steady Karnataka builds up a first-innings lead
Rohan, Aneesh and Karun notch up half-centuries as the host gains an advantage of 103 runs over visiting Tripura on the second day of their Group B encounter
Ranji Trophy: Khares patient knock keeps Chhattisgarh in the hunt
The No. 4 batters unbeaten 74 puts the visitor just 15 runs behind Andhras first-innings total with two wickets in hand; Vijay is the pick of the home teams bowlers with three scalps
Sri Lanka Rout Pakistan, End England's Tri-Series Campaign
Sri Lanka crushed Pakistan by eight wickets after Dilshan Madushanka's career-best 5-34, securing a tri-series final berth and eliminating England following three consecutive defeats in Pakistan.
'That's Why I Praised My Team': Sammy Backs His 2-2 Praise For Windies Against 'dangerous' India
Papua New Guinea: West Indies head coach Daren Sammy backed his praise for the West Indies earning a 2-2 draw in the T20I series against dangerous India after the reigning two-time T20 champions made a mockery of New Zealand in the third T20I of the ongoing five-match series in Wellington. Indian batters -- Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi -- headlined a 199-run chase at Hnry Stadium with a marvellous 133-run stand that came from just 7.1 overs and nearly killed the game. Abhishek was particularly in carnage mode as he smashed 113 from 38 balls, while Sooryavanshi made 45 from 19 deliveries in India's six-wicket win. The victory helped the Men in Blue take an unassailable lead of 3-0 in the T20I series. Before this, the West Indies managed to settle India for a 2-2 stalemate in the recent T20I series in India, with the final match getting washed out. Hailing India's performance against the Blackcaps in the third T20I, Sammy highlighted the magnitude of his team's 2-2 draw against the Men in Blue. Wow. Thats why I praised my team for what they accomplished in India. India is a dangerous team. 1. Smaller boundaries 2. Batting paradise pitches 3. Wet ball for bowlers, Sammy wrote on X. After the completion of the series against India, Sammy had praised the West Indies for their 2-2 draw. It's a true reflection of how all the teams have played, especially for our guys, Sammy said after the fifth match in Bengaluru was washed out. I'm pretty sure when the series started, we probably didn't have a chance. But that was just the opinion of others. We understand what success means to us; we don't ever take for granted where we are as a team and the challenges that we face. We just look to make those strides, and I think after this series we've taken a massive step. We played against the defending champions, and we've matched them (and) in certain areas we've outplayed them, especially in their backyard, he had added. Meanwhile, India had a record-breaking outing against the Blackcaps in the third match when they chased down 199 in just 13.2 overs. The Men in Blue smashed the highest-ever team total in the powerplay in a Men's T20I, hitting 118/0 in the first six overs. This has broken the previous highest powerplay score of Romania, who had made 116/0 against Serbia in a T20I in 2021. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi made a mockery of the depleted New Zealand bowling attack as they went hammer and tongs behind the target. India also breached the 100-run mark in just five overs, which is the second-fastest by any team in the world, behind Eswatini, who had completed their team hundred in 4.5 overs against Mozambique earlier this year. The Men in Blue also brought up their fifty off just 2.2 overs, which is now the joint-fastest by any team in the world. Papua New Guinea made a team fifty in 2.2 overs against Vanuatu, while Romania had also completed their 50 in 2.2 overs against Serbia. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi made a mockery of the depleted New Zealand bowling attack as they went hammer and tongs behind the target. India also breached the 100-run mark in just five overs, which is the second-fastest by any team in the world, behind Eswatini, who had completed their team hundred in 4.5 overs against Mozambique earlier this year. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Reveals Next Move After India Comeback, Confirms Domestic Return
India fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar revealed his future plans after making a comeback to India's T20I team, confirming that he will play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
3rd ODI Preview: India Women Eye Clean Sweep Vs Zimbabwe
India's women's cricket team, having already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead, will play the third and final ODI against Zimbabwe on Wednesday, aiming for a clean sweep. Key performances from Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Shree Charani, and Vaishnavi Sharma have ensured comprehensive victories for India, while Zimbabwe seeks to put up a stronger fight.
Pratika Rawal begins work on breaking through boundaries
India batter is keen to up her strike rate and replicate what her captain Mandhana does so well
