England players overlooked as Women's Hundred captains are named
Only three English players - Dean, Armitage and Gibson - will lead their sides in rebooted competition
Fatima Sana to skip Sri Lanka T20Is to play in women's Hundred
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Afghanistan Cricket Mourns as Former Fast Bowler Shapoor Zadran Dies at 38
Former Afghanistan fast bowler and one of the country's cricketing pioneers, Shapoor Zadran, passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. He was 38 and would have turned 39 on Wednesday. Zadran, who represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020, had been undergoing treatment in New Delhi after being diagnosed with stage four haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening condition that triggers severe inflammation and can damage the bone marrow, liver, spleen and lymph nodes. He had been in the intensive care unit (ICU) since May. His health issues began in October last year, after which doctors advised him to seek advanced treatment in India. With the support of Afghanistan star Rashid Khan and ACB chairman Mirwais Ashraf, his visa was expedited, allowing him to be admitted to a New Delhi hospital on January 18. Former Afghanistan captain Asghar Afghan regularly travelled between Dubai and Delhi to support Zadran during his treatment, while Rashid Khan and several other Afghan cricketers remained in constant touch with his doctors and family. Although he showed signs of improvement initially, his condition later deteriorated due to repeated infections, dengue, and a sharp decline in red blood cell count. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. The board also hailed his impact beyond the field, describing him as an inspiration to young Afghan cricketers whose resilience, determination and passion for the game inspired an entire generation to dream bigger and believe in the future of Afghanistan cricket. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Afghanistan Cricket Board extends its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to his family, friends, loved ones, former teammates, and the entire Afghan cricket community. His loss is deeply felt, and his memory will forever remain alive in the hearts of the people of Afghanistan and the cricketing world. May his soul rest in eternal peace, the board added. Article Source: IANS
Shapoor Zadran dies after prolonged illness
Fast bowler played 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is for Afghanistan; he was about to turn 39
Mooney Regains Top Spot In Batter Rankings After Women's T20 WC Heroics
T20 World Cup Team: Australia's Beth Mooney has returned to the top of the ICC Women's T20I batter rankings after a superb Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, where she played a key role in her side's record-extending seventh title triumph. Mooney, who was named both the Player of the Match in the final and the Player of the Tournament, reclaimed the No. 1 ranking with 785 rating points after finishing the tournament with 238 runs at an average of 47.60 and a strike rate of 142.51. The experienced left-hander delivered in the biggest matches, scoring an unbeaten 61 off 36 balls in Australia's semifinal victory over the West Indies before making a match-winning 64 off 49 deliveries in the final against England at Lord's. She has overtaken her opening partner Georgia Voll, who slips to second with 779 rating points. It marks the fifth time Mooney has occupied the top spot in the T20I batter rankings, with only Karen Rolton having spent longer as the world's No. 1 batter. South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt remains third with 771 rating points, followed by Hayley Matthews (754) in fourth and India's Smriti Mandhana (746) in fifth. Among the biggest movers in the latest rankings are South Africa's Tazmin Brits, who climbed three places to 11th, and England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, who jumped five spots to 16th following her impressive World Cup campaign. Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 58 in the final against Australia and 75 in the semifinal against South Africa played a major role in her rise. India spinner Sree Charani continues to lead the ICC Women's T20I bowling rankings after an outstanding World Cup in which she claimed 14 wickets in five matches. Charani was also named in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament. England continue to dominate the bowling rankings despite finishing runners-up. Sophie Ecclestone moved up one place to second with 723 rating points, swapping positions with Charlie Dean, who slipped to third on 722. Lauren Bell dropped one place to fifth, while Linsey Smith remained inside the top seven in seventh position. South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp broke into the top 10, climbing four places to 10th after another consistent tournament with the ball. England continue to dominate the bowling rankings despite finishing runners-up. Sophie Ecclestone moved up one place to second with 723 rating points, swapping positions with Charlie Dean, who slipped to third on 722. Lauren Bell dropped one place to fifth, while Linsey Smith remained inside the top seven in seventh position. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In the all-rounders' rankings, Australia's Ash Gardner climbed to sixth after swapping places with Pakistan captain Fatima Sana. Article Source: IANS
'Thala For A Reason': FIFA WC, BCCI Lead Birthday Wishes As MS Dhoni Turns 45
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla: Former India captain MS Dhoni, who is universally regarded as the best finisher in the modern game, is celebrating his 45th Birthday on Tuesday. On his special day, the sports fraternity shared heartwarming wishes on social media. Adding a unique touch to the celebrations, the FIFA World Cup 2026 instagram account shared a picture featuring Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, each with seven goals in the ongoing tournament, alongside the caption, 7 Goals. Thala for a reason. Happy Thala Day, a nod to Dhoni's iconic No. 7 jersey and the Thala nickname bestowed upon him by Chennai Super Kings fans. BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla shared a picture with Dhoni and wrote on X, Heartiest birthday wishes to MS Dhoni, a true icon of Indian cricket whose leadership and legacy continue to inspire millions. Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more memorable years ahead. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan posted a photograph with Dhoni from India's 2013 Champions Trophy triumph and said, Happy Birthday, @msdhoni bhai! Your calmness under pressure and the way you've led the game will always inspire cricketers around the world. Wishing you good health and happiness always. Former India batter Aakash Chopra also paid tribute, writing, Some players win matches. Some win trophies. MS Dhoni won an era. Happy Birthday Maahi. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. His IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings, released a video celebrating Dhoni's journey with the caption, A hero who became a way of life. A legacy that lives through every generation. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The highlights of Dhoni's illustrious 15-year career were leading India to remarkable achievements, including three prestigious ICC trophies: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the 50-over World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013. These accomplishments stand out as the defining moments of his career. Since bidding farewell to international cricket in 2020, Dhoni has been delighting fans with his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he has five titles to his name. Article Source: IANS
Samson rested to give Prabhsimran a chance in Zimbabwe
Cricinfo understands the selectors did not want to carry both their senior wicketkeepers on the tour
'Sooryavanshi Needs To Be Ready For Bowlers' Plans': Pathan
Irfan Pathan: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the real test for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi begins now, saying the 15-year-old must prepare for the tactical plans opposition bowlers will use against him following his eye-catching start to international cricket. Speaking ahead of the third T20I against England, Pathan said Sooryavanshis fearless approach should remain intact but stressed that adapting to opponents strategies would be crucial for his continued success. He is a special talent, no doubt, but he needs to make sure he is ready for the plans bowlers will come up with against him, Pathan told Jio Hotstar. Like in the first game, if you want to step out against the spinners in England, its not a bad option since the ball doesnt turn that much there, but you need to maintain your balance and not move too far away from the ball, he added. Sooryavanshi managed 14 off 10 balls in the second T20I before falling to spin, but Pathan backed the youngsters intent, saying he was pleased that the teenager did not abandon his natural attacking game. He will be disappointed that he got out for 14 after facing 10 balls, so even in terms of strike rate, he fell a bit short of the standards he has set for himself. But I liked that he didnt shy away from playing his natural game. A 15-year-old boy playing international cricket is not just the biggest takeaway for the Indian team from that game, but for world cricket. He is inspiring a whole new generation of young boys and girls by saying, If I can do it, you can do it too', he said. Pathan also reflected on Indias defeat in the second T20I, believing the visitors left at least 20 runs on the table after a promising batting position before letting England wrest control in the chase. He will be disappointed that he got out for 14 after facing 10 balls, so even in terms of strike rate, he fell a bit short of the standards he has set for himself. But I liked that he didnt shy away from playing his natural game. A 15-year-old boy playing international cricket is not just the biggest takeaway for the Indian team from that game, but for world cricket. He is inspiring a whole new generation of young boys and girls by saying, If I can do it, you can do it too', he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, India will look to level the series when they face England in the third T20i on Tuesday. Article Source: IANS
Former India T20I: Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday cleared the air regarding a fake statement attributed to him circulating on social media and urged fans and netizens to not elieve or share unverified information. After leading India in the T20 World Cup triumph, Suryakumar was replaced by Shreyas Iyer as the T20I captain and was also left out of the squads for UK tou and the Asian Games. However, in a false statement that went viral on social media, the batter was quoted as saying that he wasnt given any clarity about his future and did not receive the respect he deserved after everything he had done. Reacting to the matter, the former T20I skipper stated that he has not made such statements. I've also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorised any such statement. Please don't believe or share unverified information, Suryakumar posted on X. I'm very happy for the team and wish them nothing but the very best, always. I know the boys are giving it their all, and they will always have my full support. My support for Indian cricket, my teammates, and the game will always speak louder than words falsely attributed to me, he added, aiming to put an end to the unnecessary digital speculation. I've also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorised any such statement. Please don't believe or share unverified information, Suryakumar posted on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A special word for Vaibhav - you're at the start of what promises to be a very exciting journey. Enjoy every moment and keep making the country proud, Suryakumar said. Article Source: IANS
Would Love To Play Some Cricket With Virat, Planning India Visit In Near Future: Djokovic
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina: Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic shared his admiration for Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli, saying he would love to play some cricket with the batting great, adding that he is planning to visit in the near future. Last year at Wimbledon on July 7, alongside his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, Kohli witnessed Djokovics thrilling round of 16 win against Australias Alex de Minaur and later took to Instagram to share his excitement, posting a heartfelt story for the Serb. What a match. It was business as usual for the gladiator, @djokernole, Kohli had shared on X. I would love to play some cricket and tennis with Virat Kohli. I am planning to visit India in the near future, and we have been communicating about it. I know Virat is a global star, but especially in India, he is incredible. I would love for him to be my host and show me around. I have a lot of respect for him and for Indian cricket. Cricket is not big in Serbia, where I come from. But some of the people in my team are British, and they love cricket. So I have been learning about the game over the last 10 to 15 years. I still need to work on my cricketing skills. Maybe Virat can help me with my technique and bat swing. But seriously, I have great respect and admiration for him. I would love to get the chance to meet him in his home country India, said Djokovic on JioStar. Djokovic, who added another remarkable chapter to his glittering career on Sunday, becoming the most successful men's singles player in the tournament's history, opened up about what Wimbledon means to him and said this was the tournament he dreamt of winning as a child. When the seven-time champion defeated Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a thrilling fourth-round match, he surpassed Roger Federer's record of 105 Wimbledon men's singles victories. This win sent Djokovic to his ninth consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final and the 17th of his impressive career. A lot of my legacy is built on what I have achieved here at Wimbledon. I've said it many times, and I've always been open about it. This was the tournament I dreamed of winning as a child. I always wanted to do well here, always wanted to win Wimbledon and become world number one. I was blessed to experience that in 2011. And then, to go on and win the tournament seven times in total and play in so many finals, it has been an incredible journey. When the seven-time champion defeated Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a thrilling fourth-round match, he surpassed Roger Federer's record of 105 Wimbledon men's singles victories. This win sent Djokovic to his ninth consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final and the 17th of his impressive career. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Djokovic will next face either Felix Auger-Aliassime or Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarter-finals, with a potential blockbuster semi-final against world No. 1 and defending champion Jannik Sinner on the horizon. Article Source: IANS
Cristiano Ronaldo Cries as Portugal Crash Out of FIFA World Cup 2026
Ronaldo was initially seen staring into the distance as it dawned on him that his World Cup dream was over, but he was unable to hold back the tears before he left the pitch and slowly walked back to the dressing room with his head bowed.
'Dialling in on clear plans' the key to massive Hope-Greaves stand
He's shown that he's capable of scoring runs in all conditions against all bowling line-ups, Shai Hope said of Justin Greaves after the two added 242
Zimbabwe Beat Bangladesh by 25 Runs in First ODI as Captain Richard Ngarava Shines With Bat and Ball
Richard Ngarava celebrated his debut as Zimbabwe one-day international captain on Monday by scoring 27 and taking three wickets in a 25-run victory over Bangladesh in Harare. Put in to bat, Zimbabwe were all out for 141 with right-arm quick Nahid Rana capturing six wickets, including that of Ngarava. Rana (6-21) wreaked havoc in his 10 overs, including two maidens. His figures were the best by a Bangladeshi in an ODI. But while Zimbabwe struggled to make runs, Bangladesh battled even more. They plummeted to 116 all out with only three batters reaching double figures. Zimbabwe, fresh from an innings victory over Bangladesh in a one-off Test, can clinch the three-match ODI series by winning again on Thursday. The final match is set for Saturday. Newman Nyamhuri top scored for the home team with 33 runs. Ngarava and Innocent Kaia (26) were the other batters to impress. Sikandar Raza, often a prolific scorer for Zimbabwe, managed just one run before becoming the first victim of Rana, leaving the hosts reeling at 45-4. A 63-run eighth-wicket stand between Ngarava and Nyamhuri offered Zimbabwe a glimmer of hope and the tourists failed to take advantage despite needing to average just 2.84 runs per over to win. Only Nurul Hasan (31), Towhid Hridoy (25) and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (10) reached double figures. The lone fruitful partnership came when Hridoy and Nurul Hasan added 49 runs for the fourth wicket before Hridoy was caught by Ben Curran at deep third off the bowling of Nyamhuri (2-22). Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ngarava (3-31) and Brad Evans (3-34) shared the bowling honours for Zimbabwe.
Ben Stokes Retirement: From World Cup Glory to Ashes Heroics, A Legendary Career Ends
Ben Stokes Retirement: After the Lord's Test in the recent series against New Zealand, Ben Stokes got embroiled in a controversy involving a late-night altercation and a breach of the team curfew but returned to the squad, and the captaincy, for the third Test of the series in Nottingham. Unfortunately, this proved to be his last dash, and Ben Stokes announced his retirement, in the middle of a session at Trent Bridge. A warrior, who was also a showman, will not be seen now in international cricket. He has so far ruled out any U-turn, even for the Ashes, next year. He was one of the best all rounders this game has ever seen. In terms of form, his best year was 2020, as he scored at an average of 50+ and claimed wickets at 18. However, he shall be remembered for 2019 for his two best moments: the 2019 World Cup final and the successful chase at Headingley (Ashes century). He played 38 innings for England that year, but the World Cup final and Headingley innings shall always be talked about as among the best. In the World Cup final chasing 242, by the end of 45th over, England had only Stokes with the company of the tail. The final three batters faced one ball combined and Stokes (84*), with the help of the overthrows took the match and England were champions on the boundary count. Similarly, he had his downfall also: Arrested in 2011 for a night out; Sent home by the England Lions in 2013 for unprofessional behaviour (drinking and breaking team rules); Missed the T20 World Cup in 2014 after punching a locker and in 2017 knocked out two men and fractured an eye socket in a fight. The 2026 incident of being dropped from the English cricket team after a fight in a Chelsea nightclub ultimately brought the end of all the agony. This all didnt suit his profile but he won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award, given for what the English public think about a player as a personality (not just performance) and is among the three cricketers (in the last 50 years) to receive it (Others: Ian Botham and Freddie Flintoff). Among English captains (minimum 15 Tests), he is one of five with a win percentage of 50+ but also lost 18 Tests, bringing him to the third -best winning percentage and the fourth-worst losing percentage, for England. He scored 30 from 20 balls in a crazy final innings and received a huge ovation, returning. His final Test numbers: 7,273 runs at 34.46, and 252 wickets at 30.98 and incidentally Zak Foulkes was his last wicket, and he was the last man to get him out also. He had many moments to celebrate in his illustrious career: * In Tests one of the 3 players to score 7000+ runs and claim 200+ wickets. * Scored 2nd fastest 200 and the fastest 250 runs in an innings in Tests. * Twice scored 100+ runs in a session in Tests. * Before his last innings, he was the only cricketer who never got out while opening but got out in his last innings (in his last Test). * As a bowler, once he broke a 300+ runs (in his last Test), 3 times he broke 200+ runs, 18 times he broke 100+ runs and 49 times he broke 50+ runs partnerships in Test cricket. * As per allrounder Ratio (Batting average to Bowling average), out of 26 players (min. qualification: 2000+ runs and 200+ wickets in Tests), with the figure of 1.112 (34.46/30.99) Stokes is at number ten, sandwiched between Chris Cairns (1.140) and R Ashwin (1.073). * In his last Test innings, batted at number 2 (it just happened or did it deliberately-no one knows) and completed the set of batting in all positions from 1-11 in the batting order. * The only player in Tests to achieve all three of these: Batted in all 11 batting positions; Dismissed the batters from all 11 batting positions and took catches of batters from all 11 batting positions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score * He scored an average of 33 runs off 57 balls per innings, bowled an average of 13 overs to claim 1.38 wickets per innings and took a catch per Test, justifying a proper all-rounder tag.
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Nottingham Clash
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I,T20IApproaching Milestones and Records :The second T20I between the English cricket team and the Indian cricket team had a close game. But England held their nerves, and Jacob Bethell played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 76 off 46 balls and sealed the deal for England. India had the game in their grip, but they failed in the final overs. India struggled with bat and ball in the death overs, and they ended up losing the game. The third T20I between England and India will be played on Tuesday at Trent Bridge in Nottingham at 10 PM IST. Shreyas Iyer has not won a game yet as T20I captain, and the pressure is peaking on him and the team. It is a big game for Iyer and co., and they need a special performance, which has lacked in recent matches. England, on the other hand, have a chance to take an unbeatable 2-0 lead. They have a strong middle order, and their bowlers have also bowled better than India. There were some massive records broken in the second game. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the England vs India third T20I clash at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. ENG vs IND 3rd T20I: Approaching Test Records and T20ICricket Milestones Ahead of the ENG vs IND 3rd T20IatTrent Bridge in Nottingham 29 - Abhishek Sharma is the leading scorer in this series. He has broken two big records in this series and is just 29 runs away from surpassing MS Dhoni (1617) and Suresh Raina (1605) on the list. 2 - Adil Rashid is just two wickets away from going past Ish Sodhi (165) and becoming the second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is. 3 - Arshdeep Singh needs three wickets more to surpass Shaheen Afridi (136) and become the 14th highest wicket-taker in T20Is. 5 - Jos Buttler needs five more sixes to surpass Suryakumar Yadav (179) and will have the fourth-most sixes in T20Is. 4 - Captain Shreyas Iyer needs four more sixes to complete 50 T20I sixes. 5 - Jacob Bethell is just five sixes away from 50 T20I sixes. 8 - Jos Buttler is just 8 sixes away from becoming only the fourth batter with 400 T20I sixes. 41 - Jos Buttler is just 41 runs away from becoming the sixth English batter with 12500 international runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2 - Adil Rashid needs two more wickets to surpass Darren Gough (467) and become the fourth highest wicket-taker for England in international cricket.
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Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Bengaluru, July 6 (IAN) Bengaluru Blasters finished the league phase of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 with a comfortable 11-run victory over the Gulbarga Mystics at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday. The result also confirmed Coastal Kings Mangaluru as the third team to secure a playoff berth, joining Bengaluru Blasters and Shivamogga Yodhas in the knockout stage. Mysore Warriors and Gulbarga Mystics remain in contention for the final spot. Having already secured their berth in Qualifier 1, Rohan Patil, Wahid Faizan Khan, and Shubhang Hegde helped the Blasters post 176/8 in 20 overs before two wicket hauls from Rohan Raju, Vidwath Kaverappa, and Nischith Rao restricted the Mystics to 165-8. In the second innings, Kaverappa and Rao sliced through the Mystics' top order to leave them wobbling at 24-4 in 3.2 overs. Rao scalped Prakhar Chaturvedi and Sharath BR, while Kaverappa dismissed Lochan Gowda and Macneil Noronha in consecutive deliveries to put the Blasters firmly in control of the contest. Coming in at no.5, Thippa Reddy ensured the Mystics stayed in the fight. He struck three boundaries and a six to place the Mystics at 51-4 by the end of the powerplay. While Dhruv Prabhakaran (15 off 18) and Manish Pandey (2 off 4) departed at the other end, Reddy raced to a 23-ball half-century through the middle overs. The Mystics' prospects fell further when Rohan Naveen claimed Reddy, stumped in the 13th over at 101-7. Just when the target seemed too steep, Kranthi Kumar (53 off 36) played a spirited knock to give the Blasters a late scare. Needing 31 off the final over, Kranthi Kumar hammered three consecutive sixes to bring up his half-century. Rohan Patil extended his purple patch for the table toppers, smashing a 35-ball 51 with six fours and a six. The southpaw set the tone at the top of the innings, combining with Bhuvan Raju for 45 runs, followed by a 53-run stand with Wahid Faizan Khan (46 off 25) for the third wicket. Faizan Khan plundered six fours and two sixes before Ronit More removed him and Shivraj S in quick succession in the 12th over. Kranthi Kumar further halted the innings with a double blow in the 15th, accounting for Patil and Praveen Dubey. A rain interruption at the end of the 15th over briefly stalled the Blasters' momentum, but captain Shubhang Hegde ensured they finished strong. Remaining unbeaten on 38 off just 20 deliveries with three fours and two sixes, Hegde carved two maximums in a 16-run final over to propel the Blasters to a competitive total. Kranthi Kumar was the pick of the Mystics' attack with figures of 3-28. Rohan Patil extended his purple patch for the table toppers, smashing a 35-ball 51 with six fours and a six. The southpaw set the tone at the top of the innings, combining with Bhuvan Raju for 45 runs, followed by a 53-run stand with Wahid Faizan Khan (46 off 25) for the third wicket. Faizan Khan plundered six fours and two sixes before Ronit More removed him and Shivraj S in quick succession in the 12th over. Kranthi Kumar further halted the innings with a double blow in the 15th, accounting for Patil and Praveen Dubey. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bengaluru Blasters 176/8 in 20 overs (Rohan Patil 51, Wahid Faizan Khan 46, Shubhang Hegde 38 not out, Kranthi Kumar 3-28, Ronit More 2-28) beat Gulbarga Mystics 165-8 in 20 overs (Thippa Reddy 55, Kranthi Kumar 53 not out, N Rao 2-31, Rohan Raju 2-35, Vidwath Kaverappa 2-41) by 11 runs. Article Source: IANS
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Sooryavanshi Was Always Meant To Debut, India Building For Next T20 World Cup: Sitanshu Kotak
T20 World Cup: India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has insisted that teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was always part of the team's plans and did not require any special preparation before becoming India's youngest international cricketer, while stressing that the management's larger focus remains on building a squad capable of defending the T20 World Cup in two years. Speaking on the night before the third T20I against England in Nottingham, Kotak mentioned that the 15-year-old opener, who made his debut in the second T20I at 15 years and 99 days, was selected for his fearless style of play. He was set to debut from the moment he joined the team; its not like he was only ready for his debut in the last match, Kotak told reporters. For us, it was all about his game, his instincts, and how he plays. The way he has played to get here, he should keep playing that way. I dont think there were any specific instructions given to him on what to do, he added. Kotak acknowledged that the Indian team is undergoing a transition under new captain Shreyas Iyer while also managing the absence of key all-rounder Hardik Pandya. However, he emphasised that the long-term goal remains the same. Our aim is to improve in all three areas: batting, bowling, and fielding. Since we won the last World Cup, we plan for the next one in two years. We want to reach the next level because all other teams will also work to get better. In the last two years, we havent lost a single series. We won the T20 World Cup and the Asia Cup T20. But after losing two matches, many people have said we are losing now, Kotak said. Thats just the nature of the game. Sometimes, during a transition, when the captain changes, Hardik is absent, and you try to introduce three or four young players, things can happen. The Indian team's efforts remain unchanged. Everyone has their limits, but we always try to improve in batting, bowling, and fielding. If we aim to win the next World Cup, we need to be better than we were last time, he added. Kotak also emphasised the need to develop fast-bowling all-rounders, noting their crucial role in modern T20 cricket. In T20, fast-bowling all-rounders are very important, especially if you consider one as the sixth bowler, Kotak said. Fast-bowling all-rounders play a significant role. If you need a sixth bowler, a fast-bowling all-rounder is key. Talking about young players like Suryansh Shedge and the injured Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kotak said that exposure to international play is crucial for Indias strategy. In this team, we have Suryansh, who performed well in the IPL. Not every one of the 15 players will get to play, but being with the team helps them adjust to the environment. Theres plenty of cricket, both domestic and IPL, coming up. Even in this squad, Suryansh has done well in the IPL, which is why we included him. If these young players get a chance to play, being with the team will help them adapt. While acknowledging Hardik Pandya's significant contribution to the team, Kotak said that India is preparing the next generation ahead of the upcoming ICC tournaments. Hardiks performance and experience are invaluable, and to match that, Nitish, who is currently injured, is gaining experience. Suryansh has just joined the team. Hardik's performance, quality, and experience set a high standard, which is why Nitish is gaining experience. This boy, Suryansh, has just begun on the team. But if you look at the process, BCCI, the selectors, and the team management are always preparing for the next event, even if its two years away, he added. Hardik's performance, quality, and experience set a high standard, which is why Nitish is gaining experience. This boy, Suryansh, has just begun on the team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Looking ahead to Tuesday's third T20I at Trent Bridge, Kotak expected a match filled with runs but noted that much relies on the pitch condition. From the data we have, this match could be high-scoring. I havent seen the pitch yet. But I expect it to be a high-scoring game based on the dimensions, though it ultimately depends on the surface. Article Source: IANS
Greaves, Hope tons keep Sri Lanka at bay
The two centurions put on 242 off 459 deliveries in a single-wicket session
Oman Appoints Vinayak Shukla As Captain Of Men's Cirkcet Team
T20 World Cup: Oman Cricket, the governing body for the sport in the country, has appointed Indian-origin wicketkeeper-batter Vinayak Shukla as captain of the men's national team, heralding it as the start of a new chapter in the country's sporting history. Shukla, the vice-captain of the team, succeeds Jatinder Singh, who led Oman at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India earlier this year. Oman Cricket picked Vinayak Shukla as captain for being a key contributor to the team's growth and success over the years. Omani Cricket made the announcement of his captaincy via a social media post on Monday. A New Chapter Begins. Oman Cricket proudly announces Vinayak Shukla as the Captain of the Oman Mens Cricket Team. Having been a key contributor to the team's growth and success over the years, Vinayak now takes on the responsibility of leading the national side into its next chapter. Congratulations, Skipper Vinayak Shukla, Oman Cricket said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. The 32-year-old Vinayak Shukla was born in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, and has been playing for Oman since 2024. He made his ODI debut against Namibia on February 10, 2025, in the Asia Cup and played his maiden T20I against Qatar on December 14, 2024. Congratulations, Skipper Vinayak Shukla, Oman Cricket said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shukla moved to Oman in 2021 in search of better opportunities, following suggestions from one of his coaches. He then took up a Data operator job at National Metal Cans to support his daily expenses. Article Source: IANS
Women's T20 WC: Mooney, Charani, And Wyatt-Hodge Feature In ICC Team Of The Tournament
T20 World Cup: Australia's dominant march to a record-extending seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title was reflected in the ICC's Team of the Tournament, with champions Australia contributing five players to the star-studded XI, while England, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Ireland, and Sri Lanka also earned representation after an action-packed tournament. Fresh from Sunday's seven-wicket final win over England at Lord's, dominant winners Australia make up the bulk of the XI, including Player of the Tournament Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Ash Gardner, captain Sophie Molineux, and all-rounder Marizanne Kapp. England opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge finished top of the run-scoring charts for the tournament. Wyatt-Hodge enjoyed a memorable tournament with the bat as she compiled 302 runs from seven games at 60.40 and a strike-rate of 149.50. The England opener hit an unbeaten century against Sri Lanka and followed it up with two more half-centuries, becoming the first batter to register more than 300 runs in a single Women's T20 World Cup edition. Australian wicket-keeper-batter Beth Mooney once again delivered on the big stage with 238 runs at an average of 47.60. Her unbeaten 61 in the semi-final win against the West Indies and a match-winning 64 in the final victory over England saw her claim both the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament awards, while she was equally impressive with the gloves, collecting five catches. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt proved she can still mix it with the best despite missing part of the tournament through injury, accumulating 227 runs from just four games at a mind-blowing average of 113.50. Her 75 in the semi-final helped rescue England from 23/3 before she scored an unbeaten 58 in the final. Veteran Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry continued to demonstrate why she is considered one of the greatest players of all time, scoring 198 runs and taking four wickets, including an unbeaten 56 against India and figures of 2/9 against Pakistan, as she collected an eighth world title across all formats. Irish all-rounder Orla Prendergast has emerged as one of the standout performers of the tournament, notching 181 runs and picking up six wickets, hitting 63 and taking 1/29 against the West Indies as Ireland secured a historic first Women's T20 World Cup victory before hitting 59 and taking 2/26 against New Zealand. Sri Lanka's Nilakshika Silva has impressed at the top of the order and struck 148 runs at a brilliant average of 74. She scored a superb unbeaten 54 to guide her side to an impressive win over defending champions New Zealand. South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp proved again how crucial she is with both bat and ball, scoring 124 runs and taking eight wickets. Her unbeaten 81 against India in the semi-final propelled the Proteas into the semi-finals, while her consistent new-ball spells regularly broke through opposition top orders. Australian spinner Ash Gardner also earns selection following a scintillating performance, scoring 150 runs at a blazing strike-rate of 170.45 while also taking three wickets. Her unbeaten 53 against India and match-winning contributions with the ball against the West Indies stood out. Pakistani captain Fatima Sana leads from the front with 11 wickets at an average of 11.27 to go with her 85 runs, including an unbeaten 55 and figures of 3/16 against South Africa in one of the all-round performances of the tournament. Australian skipper Sophie Molineux completes a dream campaign with her side going through the tournament unbeaten, and she captains the team after taking 11 wickets at an economical rate of 6.75. She joins a list of Australians to have captained their country to Women's T20 World Cup glory. Australian spinner Ash Gardner also earns selection following a scintillating performance, scoring 150 runs at a blazing strike-rate of 170.45 while also taking three wickets. Her unbeaten 53 against India and match-winning contributions with the ball against the West Indies stood out. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Scotland opener Darcey Carter is the 12th player after her 208 runs at 52.4, including an unbeaten 72 against New Zealand and 59 against the West Indies, emerging as one of the stars of the first-ever 12-team Women's T20 World Cup. Article Source: IANS
Shivam Dube Replaces Injured Nitish Kumar Reddy For ODIs Against England
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Seam-bowling all-rounder Shivam Dube has been drafted into Indias squad as a replacement for injured Nitish Kumar Reddy for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, starting on July 14 in Birmingham. Devajit Saikia, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), said on Monday that Dube, currently in England for the five-match T20I series, will stay back for ODIs as Reddy continues to recover from a quadriceps injury. The Selection Committee has named Shivam Dube as a replacement for Nitish Kumar Reddy in Indias squad for the ODI series against England, said Saikia. Reddy sustained the injury during the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai, and a timeline for his return to competitive cricket is yet to be firmed up. Reddy's ongoing rehabilitation had previously ruled him out of the T20I series against Ireland and England, as well as the upcoming three-game series against Zimbabwe. Dube, a two-time T20 World Cup winner, has played four ODIs so far and amassed 43 runs while picking up one scalp. His last ODI game came against Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo in August 2024. The Selection Committee has named Shivam Dube as a replacement for Nitish Kumar Reddy in Indias squad for the ODI series against England, said Saikia. Reddy sustained the injury during the third ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai, and a timeline for his return to competitive cricket is yet to be firmed up. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias updated ODI squad: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, and Shivam Dube Article Source: IANS
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Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey, wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh, seamers Yash Thakur and Ashok Sharma have earned their maiden call-ups to the Indian team for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting on July 23. Rinku Singh and Mayank Yadav have also made a return to India T20I set-up, which continues to be led by Shreyas Iyer. The six players come for the three-game Zimbabwe tour in place of Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, Ravi Bishnoi and Sanju Samson, who are currently on the trip to England for the five-game series. Dubey got an ODI debut against Afghanistan at Dharamshala in June, where he picked 3-47. He was in India As 1-0 red-ball series victory in Sri Lanka, where he picked four scalps and made scores of 30 and 29. Thakur, Dubeys team-mate from Vidarbha set-up, picked five scalps in India A winning 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka and took as many wickets in the subsequent red-ball series. Ashok, meanwhile, took 1-75 in the lone tri-series game he played after coming as a replacement for injured Yudhvir Singh Charak, after picking six scalps for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. The speedster came into limelight in the 2025/26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he was the top wicket-taker with 22 wickets in ten games. Thakur, Dubeys team-mate from Vidarbha set-up, picked five scalps in India A winning 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka and took as many wickets in the subsequent red-ball series. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma (Vice-Captain), Ishan Kishan (WK), Shivam Dube, Suryansh Shedge, Rinku Singh, Harsh Dubey, Varun Chakaravarathy, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur, Ashok Sharma, Mayank Yadav, and Prabhsimran Singh (WK). Article Source: IANS
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Riding on an unbeaten century by Siddharth Akhil, the Coastal Kings Mangaluru scored an edge-of-the-seat three-wicket victory over the Hubli Tigers to keep their hopes of qualifying for the knockouts alive in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday evening. Chasing a stiff target of 214, the Coastal Kings were in deep trouble at 82-5 in 8.4 overs with opener Nikin Jose (27, 13 balls, 1 four, 3 sixes) and captain Karun Nair (11, 7 balls, 1 six) back in the pavilion. But a young and talented Siddharth Akhil, coming in at No, 4, turned the tide single-handedly with a brave innings of 104 runs in 51 balls with four fours and 10 sixes. Needing seven runs off the last over, Akhil, son of the former cricketer Balachandra Akhil, struck a mighty six off the second ball to not only take his side to a thrilling and deserving victory but also complete his maiden Maharaja Trophy century. Stringing together small but vital partnerships with the lower-order batsmen, the stylish left-hander rebuilt the innings. A 27-ball 58 with Prithviraj Shekhawat (18, 14 balls, 2 fours) for the seventh wicket put the Coastal Kings firmly back on track, and a decisive 32-ball 66 with Dheeraj Gowda (30, 15 balls, 2 fours, 2 sixes) got them over the line. With their fourth victory in nine matches, the Coastal Kings took their points tally to nine and moved into third on the table with a match to spare. For the Hubli Tigers, the result marks the end of their campaign as their sixth defeat from 10 matches leaves them at the bottom of the table on six points. Earlier, Tahas century was the highlight of the Tigers innings. Put into bat, the Tigers made a flying start, adding 69 runs in the power play and 114 runs for no loss by the 10th over. Openers Taha and Hardik Raj made their intentions very clear right from the beginning, losing no opportunity to score big. Playing attacking strokes to all corners of the wicket, the duo added 162 runs in 90 balls before Raj retired in the 15th over with 66 runs in 39 balls (6 fours, 3 sixes) to let the middle order step on the pedal, but the Tigers only lost momentum and managed 51 runs in the final five overs. Earlier, Tahas century was the highlight of the Tigers innings. Put into bat, the Tigers made a flying start, adding 69 runs in the power play and 114 runs for no loss by the 10th over. Openers Taha and Hardik Raj made their intentions very clear right from the beginning, losing no opportunity to score big. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hubli Tigers 213/6 in 20 overs (Hardik Raj ret 66, Mohammed Taha 114; Santokh Singh 2-14) lost to Coastal Kings Mangaluru 215/7 in 19.2 overs (Nikin Jose 27, Siddharth Akhil 104 not out, Dheeraj Gowda 30 not out; Shikhar Shetty 3-30; Aditya Goyal 3-41) by four wickets. Article Source: IANS
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I,CricketTips :Team India are not enjoying the UK tour. They have played four games and have yet to win a game. Shreyas Iyer has been struggling with captaincy, and the form isn't helping him either. India will be in action once again in the third T20I on Tuesday against England. This contest will kick off at 10 PM IST at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. This is a must-win game for India to keep alive in the series, because England have been in great form, and they will look to put India under pressure. For India, Vaibhav Suryavanshi couldn't play a big knock on his debut, but he showed some glimpses. But India need a complete batting performance to level the series. ENG vs IND: Match Details Date : July 07, 2026 (Tuesday) Time : 10:00 PM IST Venue : Trent Bridge, Nottingham ENG vs IND: Live Streaming Details The live telecast of the third T20I between England and India will be available on the Sony Sports Network in India. Fans can watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. ENG vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 32 India : 18 England : 13 No-result : 01 ENG vs IND: Ground Pitch Report Old Trafford is considered a good batting wicket in T20Is. Even in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, this venue produced good scores. However, we might see overcast conditions or light rain, which will produce more assistance for the fast bowlers. In that case, bowling first can be a better option. ENG vs IND: Possible XIs England : Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue India : Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy ENG vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma has been the only consistent batter, who has scored 40+ in three of the four innings of the UK tour. For England, captain Harry Brook has been firing all guns blazing and will be a big wicket. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh has the ability to take early wickets with the new ball, and he is good at it. For England, Adil Rashid is doing a great job of containing the batters and taking wickets. Today Match Prediction : India are looking short of confidence, and their players are also not in good form. Hence, we predict England will beat India in the third T20I. ENG vs IND Match 3rd T20, Today Match ENG vs IND, ENG vs IND Prediction, ENG vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for England vs India Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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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Trent Bridge Cricket Ground: A struggling India will desperately hunt for its first win on the tour when they face an aggressive England in the third T20I at the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground on Tuesday. The visitors have endured a forgettable start under new captain Shreyas Iyer, losing the game in Manchester and suffering a shocking 2-0 series defeat to Ireland. What will be Indias chief focus will be revamping the bowling attack and adding an extra fast bowler, considering Ravi Bishnoi looked completely out of sorts in Manchester, conceding 60 runs without a wicket, including bowling three back-foot no-balls in a catastrophic 29-run over. For the Trent Bridge clash, youngster Prince Yadav is a strong candidate to replace Bishnoi ahead of Prasidh Krishna, whose back-of-a-length balls can be easily dispatched by Englands hard-hitting batter. The Indian batters, meanwhile, have also found it difficult to adapt to the extra bounce and movement offered by pitches in England after playing predominantly on flat subcontinent pitches. Apart from opener Abhishek Sharma, who has looked fluent with scores of 59 and 43, the rest of the lineup has lacked fluency. While skipper Iyer and Ishan Kishan have scraped together some runs, they have failed to dominate. Meanwhile, young batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will look to make a significant impact after making a historic international debut. Correcting these tactical errors and balancing the bowling department will be crucial if the visitors intend to keep the series alive. When: Tuesday, July 7, 100:00 PM IST Where: Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Nottingham Where to watch: The title clash will be shown live on Sony Sports Network TV channels and will be live-streamed on SonyLIV website and app. Squads Where to watch: The title clash will be shown live on Sony Sports Network TV channels and will be live-streamed on SonyLIV website and app. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton (wk), Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), James Coles, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, and Luke Wood. Article Source: IANS
Wicketkeeper-batter Anvay Dravid Hits 87 As India U19 Post 285 Against Sri Lanka
Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium: Promising wicketkeeper-batter Anvay Dravid, son of the legendary Rahul Dravid, smashed a brilliant 67-ball 87 to help India Under-19 post a competitive 285 against Sri Lanka Under-19 in the second youth ODI here at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium on Monday. Electing to bat, the visitors suffered an early collapse and slipped to a precarious 81/4 in the 19th over. However, Anvay and Arjun Rajput (76 off 81 balls) staged a remarkable rescue act by stitching a crucial 145-run partnership for the fifth wicket to steady the innings. Anvay, 17, showed great aggression during his stay, hammering nine boundaries and a six. He reached his maiden Youth ODI half-century off just 47 deliveries. He looked poised for a century before falling to left-arm pacer Gimhan Mendis, who was the pick of the Sri Lankan bowlers with impressive figures of 5-41, as his knock with a strike-rate of 129.85 ended. Rajputs solid knock ended when he was run out by a sharp throw from Dimantha Mahavithana. Following Anvay's dismissal at 263/7, the Indian lower order collapsed, losing the final three wickets for just 22 runs as India U-19 were bowled out for 285 in 47.2 overs. Anvay, who captained Karnataka in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy and amassed 220 runs, is firmly in contention for the next Under-19 World Cup. His elder brother, Samit Dravid, was also selected for the India U-19 squad for the series against Australia but missed out due to a knee injury. Rajputs solid knock ended when he was run out by a sharp throw from Dimantha Mahavithana. Following Anvay's dismissal at 263/7, the Indian lower order collapsed, losing the final three wickets for just 22 runs as India U-19 were bowled out for 285 in 47.2 overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: India U19: 285 all out in 47.2 overs (Anvay Dravid 87, Arjun Rajput 76; Gimhan Mendis 5/41) vs Sri Lanka U19. Article Source: IANS
Stability Brings Trophies Home: Sachin Hails Australia's Seventh Women's T20 WC Triumph
T20 World Cup: India legend Sachin Tendulkar has showered rich praise on the Australian women's cricket team's unmatched consistency following their seventh ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 title. The victory marked an incredible seventh T20 World Cup title for the side and their 14th ICC World Cup trophy overall across formats. Taking to social media, Tendulkar lauded the team's undefeated streak throughout the tournament, pointing out how they seamlessly navigated match conditions. Congratulations to Australia on another World Cup title! The unbeaten run really shows how well they managed different match situations and stayed consistent throughout. That kind of stability is usually what brings trophies home, Tendulkar wrote on X. In front of a 28,000-plus record crowd at the Lord's Cricket Ground, Australia ended England's perfect record at home World Cups with a seven-wicket win in the final. England, who were playing their first T20 World Cup final in eight years, previously won all four of the Women's World Cups (50-over and T20) they had hosted; but Australia had won all six of the finals (50-over and T20) the two nations had contested. Even though hosts England had also won six out of six matches going into the final, they were undone by their arch-rivals' all-round brilliance. Australia wrapped up their invincible run at the tournament in style, overhauling England's total of 150/4 to register the highest successful run chase at a Women's T20 World Cup final. England, who were playing their first T20 World Cup final in eight years, previously won all four of the Women's World Cups (50-over and T20) they had hosted; but Australia had won all six of the finals (50-over and T20) the two nations had contested. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sophie Molineux, who took over from Healy as captain in all three formats at the start of this year just months after Australia were bundled out of the most recent ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in the semi-finals by India and with no ICC trophy in their usually bulging cabinet, showed why selectors got the decision right as she helped lead the Aussies to an unprecedented seventhT20 World Cup title at Lord's on Sunday. Article Source: IANS
To Beat Australia, Teams Need To Be Ruthless, Strategically A Step Ahead: Saba Karim
T20 World Cup: Former India cricketer and national selector Saba Karim believes that opposing teams must adopt a more ruthless approach and out-think Australia strategically if they wish to challenge the dominant side, who won their seventh Womens T20 World Cup title. At the iconic Lords Cricket Ground, Australia again showed their big-game mentality when they comprehensively beat England by seven wickets in the title clash by chasing 151 with 17 balls to spare, after restricting the hosts to 150/4. The other teams can compete with this Australian side only when they are a bit more ruthless and one step ahead of them strategically, because in a player-to-player comparison, they simply cannot match them. This is a very big lesson for India as well, that to compete against and defeat Australia, they need to think ahead about the kind of players they require, players who can score heavily in T20 internationals at a higher strike rate, Karim said on JioStar. Praising the work ethic of veteran Australian players who refuse to stay in their comfort zones, Karim urged other international cricketers to ask themselves difficult questions to bridge the gap. Look at Ellyse Perry; this is her 10th World Cup. Why does she need to work so hard and improve her strike rate from 120 to 140? She could have stayed in her comfort zone, thinking Australia would win the World Cup even if she didn't score runs. But she put in that effort to improve. Beth Mooney is striking at 140. That is the difference in the T20 format. Until players ask themselves uncomfortable questions, reaching that level will be difficult, he added. He further pointed out that a timid batting approach cannot put a side like Australia under pressure. England scored only 39 runs in the Powerplay and lost two wickets. They lost half the match right there. Nat Sciver-Brunt is the captain and a brilliant batter, but she scored just 58 runs off 53 balls, at a strike rate of 109. How can you defeat a team like Australia with such a timid approach? You need to score at least 175-180 runs in 20 overs, have that fearless approach, only then can you build pressure on this team. He further pointed out that a timid batting approach cannot put a side like Australia under pressure. England scored only 39 runs in the Powerplay and lost two wickets. They lost half the match right there. Nat Sciver-Brunt is the captain and a brilliant batter, but she scored just 58 runs off 53 balls, at a strike rate of 109. Also Read: Live Cricket Score And in the end, that's exactly what happened. Phoebe Litchfield and Beth Mooney added 62 runs in the first six overs. The match was done right there. So, I think this tactical brilliance sets Australia apart from every other team, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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India Need To Experiment, Take Hard Decisions To Become Trophy Contenders: Reema Malhotra
T20 World Cup: Former India cricketer Reema Malhotra believes the national women's T20I team needs to make some hard decisions and embrace tactical changes if they are to transition into a side capable of consistently challenging for global silverware. Reemas comments come after Australia won their seventh Womens T20 World Cup at Lords on Sunday. Analyzing the road ahead for the Indian women's T20I team, who failed to enter the semi-finals, Reema also stated that relying solely on individual brilliance will not suffice. You will have to do better in all three departments. You cannot remain dependent on just Shafali Verma because she has that X-factor. You also need a player like Phoebe Litchfield at number three, who, even if a wicket falls in the Powerplay, does not let the run rate drop and plays freely without the fear of losing her wicket, she said on JioStar. She also strongly advocated for promoting explosive wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh up the order to maximize her impact in the shortest format. If you have a player like Richa Ghosh, then bat her higher up the order. You cannot have an extraordinary talent like that facing just 10 balls. In T20 cricket, strike rate has to be your number one priority, followed by fitness, which will help improve your fielding. India need to find a leg-spinner as well, who can be their wicket-taking option in the middle overs. Highlighting the role of the Women's Premier League (WPL) in widening the talent pool, Reema added, Because of the WPL, the chances of discovering new talent will only increase. Hence, to build a team that can not only compete but also challenge for the trophy, you will have to experiment now and take some hard decisions. She further lauded Australia's star opener Beth Mooney for her big-match temperament, after she hit 64 in the successful chase of 151 and helped the side win their first global event since the 2023 ICC Womens T20 World Cup. Apart from winning Player of the Match in the final, Beth also bagged Player of the Tournament award. Highlighting the role of the Women's Premier League (WPL) in widening the talent pool, Reema added, Because of the WPL, the chances of discovering new talent will only increase. Hence, to build a team that can not only compete but also challenge for the trophy, you will have to experiment now and take some hard decisions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We say that T20 cricket is a game of power and big shots, but watching Mooney play, you realise it is also a game of mindset. Knockout matches and Beth Mooney have become a beautiful love affair, where you see her score half-centuries consistently. Forget how she plays throughout the tournament, as soon as the knockout stage arrives, she puts her hand up and says, 'I am here, don't worry,' concluded Reema. Article Source: IANS
Womens T20 WC: Sciver-Brunt Tight-lipped On Future After Finale Heartbreak, Vows To Play On
T20 World Cup: An emotional England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has expressed hope that the heartbreaking 2026 Womens T20 World Cup final defeat to Australia at Lord's would not be her final appearance in a global tournament, as she remained tight-lipped on her future as an international cricketer. Australia clinically shattered England's hopes of breaking the drought for a major silverware victory by securing a comprehensive seven-wicket victory to lift their seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title. The summit clash held immense emotional significance for Nat as she walked out for the national anthem accompanied by her son, Theo. I probably won't play in a home World Cup again, so having the opportunity to bring Theo out was really special. And I'm going to cry...I can't really tell you how special it is. I haven't thought about that. I don't want it to be my last World Cup. I don't even know when the next one is. I'm living day by day at the moment. I haven't even put some thought into that at all. But I guess obviously family is everything, and the support that we get from our families, our team, our supporters, it all just means so much. I guess that's why the emotions are high, Nat told reporters at the conclusion of the tournament. Nat endured a gruelling tournament, battling a calf injury that severely disrupted her preparation. Despite missing a majority of the build-up matches at home and in the tournament due to the recurrence of the injury, she bounced back brilliantly to smash half-centuries in both the semi-final and the final. It's been up and down, to be honest. Obviously the first few games were really special, like that first game in Birmingham was a real highlight. But trying to nurse an injury during a World Cup hasn't been easy. I guess I always wanted to try and remain positive around the group to, I guess, not let on too much how I'm feeling, I suppose, but missing out those games were pretty tough. I've just tried to do everything I could do to not be too disrupted, obviously, coming back. But I probably surprised myself a bit coming back in that semi-final and being able to do what I did. I guess just immensely proud of what I was able to do. Obviously not how I saw my World Cup going or the ideal scenario. So, just really proud of what I've been able to do, she added. However, her gritty 53-ball 58 in the final came under some scrutiny as Australia chased down England's total with minimal fuss. When questioned about her strike rate and whether she considered 'retiring out' - a tactical move deployed by Indias Jemimah Rodrigues earlier in the tournament Nat dismissed the notion. I would have liked to have had a lot of higher strike rates, to be honest, after hitting my first ball for 4. I didn't, I wouldn't... that wasn't my intention. I wanted to play through the innings, yes, but be a little freer, I suppose, in trying to be able to find the boundary. Like I said, I picked out full tosses or short balls to the fielder on the boundary. However, her gritty 53-ball 58 in the final came under some scrutiny as Australia chased down England's total with minimal fuss. When questioned about her strike rate and whether she considered 'retiring out' - a tactical move deployed by Indias Jemimah Rodrigues earlier in the tournament Nat dismissed the notion. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So, I was confident that I could pick up with some boundaries towards the end there, and obviously having Alice (Capsey) or Freya (Kemp) or whoever it is at the other end being really positive... (it) created a great partnership between me and Freya, she concluded. Article Source: IANS
After Women's T20 WC Win, Molineux Sets Sight On More Silverware Glory For Australia
T20 World Cup: Fresh from leading Australia to an unprecedented seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title, skipper Sophie Molineux said she has set her sights on scaling greater heights and securing more silverware glory for her team, which is currently in a transition phase. Sophies appointment as Australias captain stood fully vindicated on Sunday after she led her side to an unprecedented seventh Women's T20 World Cup title with a dominant seven-wicket victory over England at Lord's. She also finished as Australia's leading wicket-taker in the tournament with 11 scalps from seven matches. Look, we're always - we're in the business of trying to get better. We definitely will celebrate this and it rolls on pretty quick after this. And we don't think we've reached any ceilings yet as this team has got generational talent from young girls like Lucy Hamilton right to the end of the spectrum with Ellyse Perry and Beth Mooney. I think we're in this really beautiful spot where it's shared and everyone wants to play for each other and committing fully to how we want to play. So yeah, long may that live, Sophie was quoted as saying by ICC at the conclusion of the tournament. Sophie had taken over as Australias captain in all three formats from Alyssa Healy at the start of the year. It came at a challenging time, just months after Australia's shocking semi-final exit against India in the 2025 ODI World Cup, which had left the perennially successful side without an ICC trophy. In between, Sophie had to deal with back injury, which cast further doubt over her time as the Australian captain. It's been the most amazing day. To have walked away with a World Cup under our arms in front of nearly 30,000 here at the Lords, it was an incredibly special day. I think when I took over (the captaincy), I was a bit messy at the start, to be fair. Captaining a couple of games and getting injured was a shock. I suppose there were a few doubts internally and a few doubts externally. But I think what maybe I've learnt over my journey so far is that you just have to keep believing. I'm incredibly lucky that people believed in me, and I suppose I believe in this team and this group more than anything as well. It's really satisfying. When I did miss those games at the start of the summer after just being announced captain, it probably made me feel like it might not work out. But I just think I'm so incredibly lucky with the support I've had over the last, not only just the last six months, but it's been 10 years in this team for Australia. The group has just been incredible in terms of being open to anything, and being flexible, and we've grown and evolved in the last six months more than I've ever seen (before), so I'm extremely proud, she elaborated. In a moment of pure jubilation reminiscent of the late Australian icon Shane Warne, Sophie celebrated the historic triumph by pouring a bottle of beer over her head on the historic Lords balcony. Just like Warne, Sophie was also seen triumphantly holding a stump over her head as her ecstatic teammates joined in the revelry around her. The group has just been incredible in terms of being open to anything, and being flexible, and we've grown and evolved in the last six months more than I've ever seen (before), so I'm extremely proud, she elaborated. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When you've got so much skill in there, the danger is that you can probably become a bit insular and chase runs and wickets and whatever. There is none of that in this team. This team wants to be the best we can be. And the way we played this tournament in every single game reflected that, she concluded. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: After Australia crushed England by seven wickets at Lord's to lift their sixth T20 World Cup title, ICC chairman ICC Chairman said that women's cricket is in its golden era and that the tournament served as a reminder of why the sport is unmissable, thanks to the power, passion and class on display. The ICC Chair presented the trophy to captain Sophie Molineux, who lifted the T20 World Cup title just six months into her tenure as captain. After surrendering both the 20- and 50-over titles over the past two years, Australia reasserted themselves as the world's best team, securing their 14th white-ball title. Congratulations to Cricket Australia on winning their seventh ICC Womens T20 World Cup title with another incredible campaign. Huge credit to England cricket too - fantastic runners-up but champions in spirit. This tournament reminded us why womens cricket is unmissable - power, passion, and pure class on display from start to finish. Thank you to both teams and everyone who made this World Cup so special. Womens cricket is in a golden era, Jay Shah posted on X. In front of a 28,000-plus record crowd at the Lord's Cricket Ground, Australia wrapped up their invincible run at the tournament in style, restricting England to 150 after electing to bowl and then chased down the target in 17.1 overs with Beth Mooney leading the way scoring 64 runs. Congratulations to Cricket Australia on winning their seventh ICC Womens T20 World Cup title with another incredible campaign. Huge credit to England cricket too - fantastic runners-up but champions in spirit. This tournament reminded us why womens cricket is unmissable - power, passion, and pure class on display from start to finish. Thank you to both teams and everyone who made this World Cup so special. Womens cricket is in a golden era, Jay Shah posted on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England, who were playing their first T20 World Cup final in eight years, previously won all four of the Women's World Cups (50-over and T20) they had hosted; but Australia had won all six of the finals (50-over and T20) the two nations had contested. Article Source: IANS
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Kudos To ICC Under Jay Shah For Remarkable Transformation Of Womens Cricket: Saikia
T20 World Cup Final: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on Monday praised the International Cricket Council (ICC) under the dynamic leadership of Jay Shah for driving a remarkable transformation in the sport after the successful conclusion of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, where Australia clinched their record seventh title. In front of a 28,000-plus record crowd at the Lord's Cricket Ground, Australia ended England's perfect record at home World Cups with a seven-wicket win in the final. This was a stunning 14th women's World Cup overall for Australia. Saikia noted that a sold-out crowd at the Lord's is a powerful testament to the game's growing popularity and the exciting future that lies ahead. Delighted to witness the phenomenal rise of women's cricket on the global stage. A packed Lord's for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final played between champions Australia & England is a powerful testament to how far the game has gained popularity and the exciting future that lies ahead, Saikia posted on X. Kudos to the ICC under the dynamic leadership of Jay Shah, for driving this remarkable transformation of womens cricket and inspiring a new generation of cricket fans worldwide, he added. Delighted to witness the phenomenal rise of women's cricket on the global stage. A packed Lord's for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final played between champions Australia & England is a powerful testament to how far the game has gained popularity and the exciting future that lies ahead, Saikia posted on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score An emphatic win to seal an emphatic tournament, as Australia returned to the summit of T20 cricket after three years. In doing so, they broke a streak of rotten luck at World Cups on UK shores dating all the way back to the 1993. Article Source: IANS
Australia's World Cup Final Win Vindicates Molineux's Self-Belief
Australia captain Sophie Molineux was glad to have kept believing after her side thrashed England by seven wickets in the women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's on Sunday. Molineux's team were utterly dominant, keeping things tight in the field, with the left-arm spinner's 1-32 not fully reflective of how she helped restrict England after winning the toss. Australia then chased down a modest target of 151 with 17 balls to spare. Beth Mooney led Australia's chase with 64 -- her fourth fifty in a major global final. Doubts were expressed when injury-prone all-rounder Molineux, 28, was appointed Australia captain in January after all-time great Alyssa Healy announced her retirement. And a back issue meant Molineux missed the end of the multi-format series against India in February. Captaining a couple of games and getting injured, shock, Molineux told a post-match press conference. I suppose there was a few doubts internally and a few doubts externally. But I think what maybe I've learnt over my journey so far is that you just have to keep believing. And I'm incredibly lucky that people believed in me. Molineux added: I think when I did miss those games at the start of the (Australian) summer after just being announced captain, it probably made me feel like it might not work out. But I just think I'm so incredibly lucky with the support I've had, not just over the last six months, but it's been 10 years in this team for Australia. Molineux had spoken before the final of her childhood dream to watch a Test at Lord's, with her father. Her parents, however, got to see Molineux lead Australia to victory in a World Cup final in front of a capacity crowd of nearly 29,000 at the 'Home of Cricket' instead. I gave him (her father) a big hug before (the match). He's incredibly proud. It was pretty emotional as well. It's just nice to have that moment with him and mum and my sister, Chloe. - Mooney's 'nerves of steel' - Reflecting on the match itself, which saw Australia claim a record-extending seventh title in 10 editions of the women's T20 World Cup, Molineux hailed wicketkeeper-batter Mooney as probably the smartest cricketer I've ever played with. The way she can sum up situations and be able to grind out innings and at the same time, like today, she has got all the shots and is able to play freely. She's got nerves of steel, Moons, said Molineux. Turning to her side as a whole, Molinuex said Australia had generational talent all way through from 20-year-old fast bowler Lucy Hamilton to veteran all-rounder Ellyse Perry. Left-arm quick Hamilton, following several economical displays, took her first wicket of the tournament when she struck with just her second ball of the final to dismiss Amy Jones. She's really driven and the girls just love her, said Molineux of Hamilton. She's a country kid from Bundaberg. Her parents actually flew over (for the final), they booked their ticket about 48 hours ago, it took them 47 hours to get here and now they're going to turn around tomorrow and go back, added Molineux with a smile. It's special for people like Lucy. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, meanwhile, denied her side had a mental block against Australia following another showpiece loss to their arch=rivals. Australia have now won all seven of their World Cup final clashes against England, across both one-day international and T20 cricket. England were also whitewashed 16-0 in the last multi-format Ashes in Australia. But Sciver-Brunt, whose sedate 58 not out was the top score in England's 150-4, said history had played no part in Sunday's outcome. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's a World Cup final, she said. A World Cup that has meant so much to us, so I think the over-riding feeling is that we've lost a World Cup final, not 'oh no, it's Australia again'.
West Indies Fight Back As Shai Hope, Justin Greaves Frustrate Sri Lanka In Second Test
Shai Hope and Justin Greaves steadied the West Indies first innings reply with an unbroken fifth-wicket partnership of 174 as the home side reached 318 for four at the close of the third day of the second and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Sunday. Having missed the first Test victory due to a shoulder injury, Hopes patient 86 not out and Greaves equally watchful unbeaten 85 pulled the hosts closer to the follow-on target of 350 although they remain some distance away from the visitors first innings total of 549 for nine declared. They came together early in the afternoon session at a time that the West Indies, at 144 for four, were in danger of capitulation against a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling effort. It was not particularly exhilarating cricket as the Barbadian duo defied the varying challenges presented to them, the priority being preservation of their wickets rather than attacking strokeplay. Sri Lankan captain Dhananjaya de Silva explored all the seam and spin bowling options available to him but without success. Not even the advent of the second new ball could separate the pair, although seam and swing bowler Asitha Fernando and left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya presented the most potent threats. I didn't have a score in the last game and Shai told me this was a new day and a new opportunity when I went out to bat, said Greaves in revealing the discussion with his teammate as he arrived at the crease. It was about just taking it one ball at a time, trying to make solid decisions and keep the tempo throughout the innings. Greaves' duel with Jayasuriya was a notable element of the partnership. Every bowler in international cricket has their strengths and weaknesses, he noted. With him bowling stump to stump most of the time I just had to find a way to counter that. Earlier, no one typified the theme of West Indian watchfulness more than Kavem Hodge. Resuming in the morning alongside opener John Campbell with the Caribbean side at 58 for one, Hodge batted through the morning session and fell caught behind off Jayasuriya in the early afternoon for 31 off 139 balls, striking just two boundaries. He lost Campbell just before the lunch interval when the left-handed opener, on 72, essayed a wild swing at Fernando and fell to the trap set with the catch taken by Dinesh Chandimal at deep backward square-leg. Hodge also saw the demise of first Test double century-maker and Man of the Match Amir Jangoo, taken at short-leg off Jayasuriya in what looked an ominous sign for the West Indies, compounded by Hodges dismissal shortly after. But there would be no more success for the Sri Lankans through the remainder of a long, tiring afternoon. Hope, who scored two Test centuries last year in India and New Zealand on his return to the Test fold, looked compact and assured in an innings that has so far spanned 173 deliveries and included nine boundaries. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Greaves demeanour was not unlike the manner of his match-saving 202 not out in the first Test of the three-match series in New Zealand at the end of last year. His imperious on-driving punctuated long periods of watchful defence and resumes on the fourth morning alongside Hope, having faced 162 deliveries and stroked 10 fours.
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ZIM vs BAN 1st ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
ZIM vs BAN 1st ODI , Cricket Tips :The one-off test between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh saw a sheer domination by the home side. They didn't let the visitors come near and record a win by an innings and 85 runs. That is their biggest Test win ever. Now, they will hope to take the momentum forward in the ODIs. These two sides will be up against each other in three ODIs, starting on Monday at 1 PM IST at Harare Sports Club. This is the first game as ODI captain for Richard Ngarava, whereas Mehidy Hasan Miraz has the responsibility to lead the visitors. Litton Das is unlikely for the first game, and it will be a big miss, but the excellent pace unit for Bangladesh is ready to roar. ZIM vs BAN: Match Details Date : July 6, 2026 (Monday) Time : 1:00 PM IST Venue : Harare Sports Club, Harare ZIM vs BAN: Live Streaming Details To watch the first ODI between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh, Indian fans can switch to the FanCode mobile app or website. ZIM vs BAN: Head-to-Head in ODI Total Matches : 81 Zimbabwe : 30 Bangladesh : 51 No-result: 00 ZIM vs BAN: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Harare is slow and low. There will be seam movement for the new ball bowlers, but as the ball gets old, it will grip the surface. That will make it challenging for the batting sides. The second innings will have slightly better conditions to bat on. ZIM vs BAN: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Innocent Kaia, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza, Clive Madande (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava (c), Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri Bangladesh : Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Nurul Hasan (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Mosaddek Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam ZIM vs BAN: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Innocent Kaia won the MOTM award in the test for his splendid century. He will be a big wicket in the game. For Bangladesh, Najmul Shanto is someone who can do well on this wicket. Probable Best Bowler Nahid Rana and Blessing Muzarabani will be two bowlers to watch out for, because they will get good bounce and can bowl at good speed.Today Match Prediction: Zimbabwe won the test, but Bangladesh are better in ODIs. Hence, we predict Bangladesh to beat Zimbabwe in the first game. ZIM vs BAN Match One-off Test, Today Match ZIM vs BAN, ZIM vs BAN Prediction, ZIM vs BAN Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.
Women's T20 WC: 'Trusting Each Other Was The Key,' Says Molineux After Australia's Record Win
T20 World Cup: Australia captain Sophie Molineux hailed the unity and selfless attitude within her squad after leading the team to a record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title, saying the triumph was the reward for months of hard work, trust and preparation. Australia defeated England by seven wickets in the final at Lord's on Sunday, comfortably chasing 151 in 17.1 overs after Beth Mooney's match-winning 64 and Phoebe Litchfield's fluent 48 laid the foundation for another memorable World Cup triumph. An emotional Molineux described the victory as a special moment, especially with her family present to witness Australia's latest success. It's too good to be true. Dad's here as well. It's a special day. It took a lot of thought, effort, and hard work. And a group of people willing to do anything for each other. That's invaluable, Molineux said after lifting the trophy. Molineux reserved special praise for senior all-rounder Ellyse Perry, saying her influence on the team extends well beyond her performances on the field. Having the likes of Pez to calm the team down after that first innings was so important. She's incredible. What she brings to the team isn't just on the field. Her nature and what she is, she's the heartbeat of the group really. An absolute legend of the game. She deserves so much, she said. The captain also applauded young fast bowler Lucy Hamilton, who claimed an early wicket in the final and impressed with her composure on the biggest stage. Lucy Hamilton was so calm and had so much clarity. That's a testament to her and the group around her, Molineux said. Reflecting on Australia's approach throughout the tournament, Molineux said consistency in mindset and trust in the team's preparation were the biggest factors behind their success. I think it's just being able to trust each other, trust our processes. We did a lot of work leading up to it and it's just nice to see it come to fruition. In tournament play you have to have the same mentality no matter the situation you are in, she said. Molineux also paid tribute to England, who reached the final after an impressive campaign, before thanking Australia's families, support staff and the fans for their role in the team's journey. Firstly, just a massive congratulations to England. You guys have played such an amazing brand of cricket all tournament. To our beautiful families, partners and friends, you guys are so special to us. It's amazing to share this with you all. To our support staff, thank you for everything you do. And to the fans, it's been an incredible tournament. Every match there has been a massive crowd, she said. The Australia captain ended by praising her teammates for embracing the team's vision throughout the competition. Firstly, just a massive congratulations to England. You guys have played such an amazing brand of cricket all tournament. To our beautiful families, partners and friends, you guys are so special to us. It's amazing to share this with you all. To our support staff, thank you for everything you do. And to the fans, it's been an incredible tournament. Every match there has been a massive crowd, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia's victory marked their seventh Women's T20 World Cup title, adding to their triumphs in 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020 and 2023, further cementing their status as the most successful team in the tournament's history. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admitted her side was outplayed by a more experienced Australian team after the hosts went down by seven wickets in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's on Sunday, but said there was still plenty for England to be proud of after an impressive tournament. Sciver-Brunt led from the front with an unbeaten 58 off 53 balls to help England post 150/4 after being put into bat. However, Australia chased down the target comfortably in 17.1 overs, with Beth Mooney scoring a match-winning 64 and sharing a 100-run partnership with Phoebe Litchfield to secure a record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title. Hugely disappointed. We've had such a great competition up to this point. We were outplayed today by a class Australian side that used their experience in a huge final, Sciver-Brunt said after the match. The England skipper felt the toss played a role but admitted her team fell short of a competitive total on a surface that was not easy for batting. Ideally I'd have won the toss, and we'd be bowling first. But we were short of a par score on that wicket. It felt tricky to gain momentum with the bat. I guess when the pressure's on, their bowlers hit their areas, she said. Sciver-Brunt was also full of praise for Australia's Player of the Match Beth Mooney, whose 64 off 49 balls took the game away from England. Beth Mooney was superb, a brilliant innings today as well, she added. Asked whether she expected Australia to attack from the outset during the chase, Sciver-Brunt said it was always part of the defending champions' approach. Yeah, absolutely. They've got a powerful lineup with the bat, she said. Despite the disappointment of losing the final, Sciver-Brunt praised the effort and unity shown by the England squad throughout the tournament. Yeah, absolutely. They've got a powerful lineup with the bat, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England finished runners-up after an impressive campaign, while Sciver-Brunt ended the tournament on a personal high with a half-century in the final after also scoring a fifty in the semifinal, becoming the first England player to achieve the feat in both knockout matches of a Women's T20 World Cup. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: Beth Mooney credited Australia's positive approach in the powerplay and the support from Phoebe Litchfield and Georgia Voll after her match-winning knock guided the team to a record-extending seventh Women's T20 World Cup title with a seven-wicket victory over England at Lord's on Sunday. Mooney was named both the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament after finishing as the competition's leading run-scorer with 259 runs. In the final, the experienced opener struck a composed 64 off 49 balls, hitting 10 fours, as Australia comfortably chased down England's target of 151 in 17.1 overs. Reflecting on Australia's latest World Cup triumph, Mooney said the team was grateful simply to have reached the final after falling short in the previous two ICC tournaments. Just happy to be here. I think it's been pretty well documented we haven't quite made it this far in the last two ICC events. I just woke up this morning pretty grateful we made it this far, she said. Mooney also made important contributions behind the stumps, including the stumping of England opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge. She acknowledged the role of Australia's coaching staff in helping her regain confidence with the gloves during the tournament. I warmed up into the tournament. At the start I was a bit rusty, but I got some great support from our coaching staff with Dan Kiley, Shell, the boys and Sean McLeod. I've had plenty of help along the way. I can't take too much credit. It's been really nice to have some consistency with the gloves and to play a role in the field as well, she said. Speaking about standing up to the stumps for the bowlers, Mooney said it was a tactical decision taken together with the bowling group. It's obviously a conversation that happens between me and the bowlers. I'm more than happy to do what they tell me to. It's their plans and their job to execute, and thankfully they back me to clean up anything that goes a bit awry. We were umming and ahing about that review off Dan, but we got there in the end, she added. Mooney also explained the batting approach that helped Australia dominate the chase. After Georgia Voll's quick start, Phoebe Litchfield's aggressive innings of 48 from 33 balls ensured Australia stayed ahead of the required rate before the pair added a decisive 100-run partnership. It's obviously a conversation that happens between me and the bowlers. I'm more than happy to do what they tell me to. It's their plans and their job to execute, and thankfully they back me to clean up anything that goes a bit awry. We were umming and ahing about that review off Dan, but we got there in the end, she added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Earlier, England posted 150/4 after captain Nat Sciver-Brunt remained unbeaten on 58 and Freya Kemp made an unbeaten 44. However, Mooney's ninth Women's T20 World Cup fifty, coupled with Litchfield's fluent innings, ensured Australia chased down the target with 17 balls to spare to lift the trophy for a record seventh time. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: England batter Alice Capsey believes her side's total of 150/4 is a brilliant score in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final against Australia at Lord's, crediting captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and Freya Kemp for showing exactly how to bat on a challenging surface. England recovered well after early setbacks to post 150/4 in their 20 overs, thanks to an unbeaten 58 off 53 balls from Sciver-Brunt and a quickfire 44 not out off 28 deliveries from Kemp. The pair stitched together an unbeaten stand to guide the hosts to what Capsey felt was a highly competitive total under the pressure of a World Cup final. I think that score of 150 is brilliant. The way Nat and Kempy went about their business there at the end was outstanding. And I think it showed how to play on that pitch. To do that under the high pressure of the final was great, Capsey said after England completed their innings. Capsey herself contributed 23 off 20 balls after England had slipped to 39/2 in the powerplay. She struck two fours and a six before being clean bowled by Australia captain Sophie Molineux while attempting a reverse sweep. The right-hander also expressed confidence in England's bowling attack, saying disciplined bowling would be the key to defending the total. I think when you bowl good lines and lengths, it was pretty tricky. The bowlers all have their plans and already had their plans for their match-ups. We look forward to watching our bowlers go out there and do their thing today, she said. The right-hander also expressed confidence in England's bowling attack, saying disciplined bowling would be the key to defending the total. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's amazing. Just trying to take it all in, I guess. Half of the job is done now, and we're just looking forward to getting out there as a group and putting on hopefully a show for that second half. Then we can really enjoy this Lord's crowd hopefully at the end, she added. Article Source: IANS
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Captain Nat Sciver: Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt produced a calm and composed unbeaten half-century, while Freya Kemp played a valuable late innings of 44 not out to help England recover from early setbacks and post a competitive 150/4 in 20 overs against Australia in the final of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday. After Australia won the toss and opted to bowl, England found it difficult to get going. Kim Garth bowled with excellent control in the opening over, conceding just seven runs and keeping the batters under pressure. Australia struck early in the second over when youngster Lucy Hamilton made an immediate impact. Amy Jones tried to guide the ball but only managed to edge it to Georgia Voll at short third. Jones departed for six off six deliveries, giving Australia an early breakthrough. Following the early wicket, captain Sciver-Brunt joined Danni Wyatt-Hodge in the middle and focused on rebuilding the innings. The England skipper rotated the strike well and found the boundary twice in the fifth over to ease some of the pressure. However, just as the partnership was beginning to settle, Australia struck again. Annabel Sutherland induced a faint edge from Wyatt-Hodge, who was caught after scoring eight runs from nine balls. England were once again pushed on the back foot. With two wickets down, England finished the powerplay at 39/2 after six overs. Alice Capsey then joined her captain and began cautiously before shifting gears. She took on Ashleigh Gardner in the ninth over, striking two boundaries and a six to inject momentum into the innings. The partnership looked promising, but Australia broke through again in the 10th over. Captain Sophie Molineux clean bowled Capsey, who attempted a reverse sweep but completely missed the ball. Capsey made 23 from 20 deliveries, leaving England at 68/3 after 10 overs. England suffered another setback in the following over when Kim Garth trapped the experienced Heather Knight in front of the stumps. Knight managed just two runs from six balls as Australia tightened their grip on the contest. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Sciver-Brunt remained composed and continued to anchor the innings. She rotated the strike effectively and ensured England did not lose further momentum. At the other end, Freya Kemp played the perfect supporting role before accelerating in the closing overs. Kemp hit her first boundary in the 13th over and added another at the start of the 16th. She then found the fence once again in the same over as England crossed 100 and reached 105/4 after 15 overs. Sciver-Brunt also stepped up the scoring rate, striking a boundary off the very first ball of the 16th over against Molineux. She reached her half-century in 45 balls with a single in the 18th over. In the process, she became the first England player to score a fifty in both the semifinal and the final of a Women's T20 World Cup. The England captain remained unbeaten on 58 from 53 balls, an innings that included five boundaries. Kemp provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 44 off just 28 deliveries, hitting four fours and a six as the pair guided England to 150/4 from their 20 overs. Sciver-Brunt also stepped up the scoring rate, striking a boundary off the very first ball of the 16th over against Molineux. She reached her half-century in 45 balls with a single in the 18th over. In the process, she became the first England player to score a fifty in both the semifinal and the final of a Women's T20 World Cup. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: England 150/4 in 20 overs (Nat Sciver-Brunt 58*, Freya Kemp 44*, Alice Capsey 23;Lucy Hamilton 1-19, Kim Garth 1-20) against Australia Article Source: IANS
Australia bowl in final, both teams unchanged
Perry kept her place and King could not break in to the Australia line-up
Women's T20 WC: Unchanged Australia Opt To Bowl Against England In Final
T20 World Cup: Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first against England in the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Both teams have not made any changes to their playing XI. The high-stakes encounter marks the fourth time these two cricketing powerhouses will contest the tournament's summit clash, having previously met in the 2012, 2014, and 2018 finals all won by Australia. Six-time champions Australia enter the title decider as firm favourites after maintaining a flawless tournament record with six consecutive victories. Led by Sophie Molineux, who took over the captaincy following Alyssa Healys retirement in March, Australia entered the final with a commanding eight-wicket win over the West Indies at The Oval. The Nat Sciver-Brunt-led side are aiming to capture their second T20 World Cup crown, and repeat their historic triumph from the inaugural edition at this very venue back in 2009. Under a revamped coaching setup led by Charlotte Edwards, this refreshed England lineup looks to break a three-year jinx against Australia, who have dominated recent head-to-head encounters with eight successive wins across formats. After winning the toss, Australia skipper Sophie Molineux said, We're going to have a bowl. Beautiful day, want to put pressure on them early. Don't think the pitch will change too much. No changes. Pez (Perry) pulled up well after the training yesterday. Special day. The girls got a couple of days off. Started training the last couple of days. After losing the toss, England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said, Was going to bowl as well. It's a fresh wicket - runs on the board in the final is no bad thing. We're unchanged. Will be silly on me not to lean on that experience. One more run than the opposition, I suppose. Playing XIs: After losing the toss, England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said, Was going to bowl as well. It's a fresh wicket - runs on the board in the final is no bad thing. We're unchanged. Will be silly on me not to lean on that experience. One more run than the opposition, I suppose. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia: Georgia Voll, Beth Mooney(wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux(c), Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton Article Source: IANS
Jonassen, Winfield-Hill combine to fell Warwickshire
Yorkshire overcome Freeborn, Redmayne half-centuries with five-wicket win
Maharaja Trophy: Bengaluru Blasters Cruise To Emphatic Eight-wicket Victory Over Mysore Warriors
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Table-toppers Bengaluru Blasters continued their dominant run in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 after thrashing Mysore Warriors by eight wickets at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Sunday. The clinical victory, which marked Bengaluru's eighth win of the season, was fashioned by pacer Nischith N Rao's splendid four-wicket haul and an unbeaten half-century from Krishnan Shrijith. Chasing a modest target of 149, Bengaluru overhauled the total in just 14.4 overs with 32 balls to spare. Openers Bhuvan Mohan Raju (10) and Rohan Patil (34 off 15) provided a blistering start by hammering 47 runs in a mere 3.3 overs. Though both openers were dismissed within the powerplay, Shrijith and Samit Dravid took control of the chase. The duo stitched together an unbroken match-winning partnership to deny Mysore any further breakthroughs. Shrijith anchored the chase with a well-compiled 57 not out off 37 balls, studded with six boundaries, while Dravid hit an unbeaten 40 off 25 deliveries, smashing three sixes and a four. With this win, Bengaluru have consolidated their top spot, moving to 16 points from nine matches, after having already secured a berth in Qualifier 1. Meanwhile, the Warriors languish at fourth place with seven points from nine games, thus intensifying the battle for the remaining playoffs positions. Earlier, electing to bowl, Bengaluru put on a disciplined bowling display to skittle out Warriors for 148 in 19.4 overs. Rao led the wreckage with figures of 4-34, blowing away the top-order to leave the Warriors tottering at 36/3 inside the powerplay. K P Karthikeya offered some resistance by hitting 36, before Manoj Bhandage provided a late counter-attack, smashing a quickfire 38 off just 17 balls, laced with three boundaries and as many sixes. Bhandage paired up with Abhishek Prabhakar (11) for a brisk 38-run eighth-wicket stand to push the score past the 140-mark. Earlier, electing to bowl, Bengaluru put on a disciplined bowling display to skittle out Warriors for 148 in 19.4 overs. Rao led the wreckage with figures of 4-34, blowing away the top-order to leave the Warriors tottering at 36/3 inside the powerplay. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Mysore Warriors 148 all out in 19.4 overs (Manoj Bhandage 38, K P Karthikeya 36; Nischith N Rao 4-34, Shubhang Hegde 2-19) lost to Bengaluru Blasters 150/2 in 14.4 overs (Krishnan Shrijith 57 not out, Samit Dravid 40 not out) by eight wickets. Article Source: IANS
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Telangana District Cricketers Call TG20 League As Perfect Launchpad For Local Talent
Anvita Khammam Aces: Telanganas district cricketers on Sunday have termed the TG20 league as a long-awaited professional platform to showcase their skills alongside established first-class players. The ongoing tournament has a mandate for the inclusion of talented players from the district in every squad. Hyderabad E-Champions all-rounder Ganesh Gadugu, who has been a standout performer for the unbeaten table-toppers with 212 runs in six matches, described the league as a game-changer. We get to prove ourselves as district players and compete alongside some of the best players in the state. We have been waiting for a platform like this for many years. TG20 has created opportunities for district players to showcase their talent and prove themselves, he said in a statement by the tournament. Anvita Khammam Aces batter G Sai Krishna Reddy, who has amassed 172 runs in five innings at a striking rate of 163.81, emphasized the immense exposure the tournament offers to players from smaller regions. TG20 is a really big platform to showcase our skills. Playing alongside experienced first-class cricketers and performing in front of them is a big achievement. If we continue to perform consistently on platforms like this, it can take us to greater heights, he shared. Palamuru Strikers bowler Mohammad Afreedi Ahmed noted that the tournament has significantly accelerated his cricketing development and understanding of the game. I am gaining a lot of experience through TG20. I am learning every day, whether it is fielding, understanding match situations or improving my overall game. It is a very good tournament for youngsters and a great platform for district players like us, he said. Ranga Reddy Risers fast bowler T. Arun Kumar, the first cricketer from Gadwal district to represent Hyderabad in state cricket, stated that Telangana's local talent finally has the exposure it lacked for years. For district players, this league is extremely important. We had been waiting for an opportunity like this for the last four years. Other states had similar leagues, but now Telangana has one too. This year we finally got that chance, and TG20 has given us the exposure we never had before, he stated. Ranga Reddy Risers fast bowler T. Arun Kumar, the first cricketer from Gadwal district to represent Hyderabad in state cricket, stated that Telangana's local talent finally has the exposure it lacked for years. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It has been a really good experience. This is a very good tournament and if we prove ourselves here, it gives us the confidence to compete at a much higher level. I am very happy to be part of such a big tournament, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Harman proves star turn as Bouchier seals Hampshire rout
Offspinner claims three wickets after entering attack as an emergency measure
Dear Amir Bhai: Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan congratulated Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt on their wedding, sharing a heartfelt message on social media after attending the couple's intimate ceremony on Sunday. Pathan, who was among the guests at the wedding, also shared a video of Aamir dancing during the celebrations. In his post, the former all-rounder wrote, Dear Amir Bhai & Gauri, Heartiest congratulations on your wedding! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, happiness, laughter, and togetherness. May Allah bless your beautiful journey with endless joy and countless blessings. So happy for you both, congratulations once again! Aamir and Gauri tied the knot in a private ceremony attended by close family members and friends. The actor's children, Junaid Khan, Ira Khan and Azad Rao Khan, were present on the occasion. The couple opted for traditional outfits in shades of cream and beige. A photograph shared by Aamir's publicist showed the newlyweds signing the marriage documents in the presence of their loved ones. Several well-known personalities attended the ceremony despite heavy rain in Mumbai, including filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, actor-comedian Vir Das and politician Raj Thackeray. This is Aamir's third marriage. He was previously married to Reena Dutta, with whom he has two children, Junaid and Ira. After their separation, he married filmmaker Kiran Rao in 2005. The former couple have a son, Azad Rao Khan, and announced their separation in 2021. Several well-known personalities attended the ceremony despite heavy rain in Mumbai, including filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, actor-comedian Vir Das and politician Raj Thackeray. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gauri, who has worked in the fashion and beauty industry before becoming associated with Aamir Khan Productions, has reportedly known the actor for more than two decades before the two began their relationship. Article Source: IANS
Bangladesh's big guns return for ODI battle against Zimbabwe
Both teams will want to gain knowledge about their personnel in conditions where the 2027 World Cup will be played
Brar's Ten-wicket Haul Scripts Emphatic Ten-wicket Win For India A Over Sri Lanka A
Aaqib Nabi Dar: Tall pacer Gurnoor Brar picked a ten-wicket match haul as he propelled India A to a comprehensive ten-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the second unofficial Test and sealed the two-match series 1-0 here on Sunday. Brar dismantled the hosts batting line-up to register career-best match figures of 10-145 - backing up his four-wicket haul in the first innings with a lethal six-wicket burst in the second essay. Resuming from a commanding 541/8, India As innings had a swift end when left-arm spinner Keshara Nuwantha completed his five-wicket haul by removing Yash Thakur and Ruturaj Gaikwad did not return to bat after retiring hurt on the previous day. Armed with a massive 177-run first-innings lead, Brar, alongside pacers Aaqib Nabi Dar and Thakur, reduced the hosts to a precarious 49/4 within the first 11 overs. Sri Lanka A's solitary resistance came from Ashen Bandara, who counter-attacked with a brisk, 86-ball 87, laced with 11 boundaries and two maximums. He anchored a crucial 70-run stand with Anjala Bandara to briefly delay the inevitable. But Brar returned for his second spell to break the partnership, dismissing both set batsmen in quick succession to leave the hosts reeling at 141/06. Brar later wiped out the tail to claim his maiden six-for, while off-spinner Saransh Jain chipped in with two scalps to bowl out Sri Lanka A for 209. Armed with a massive 177-run first-innings lead, Brar, alongside pacers Aaqib Nabi Dar and Thakur, reduced the hosts to a precarious 49/4 within the first 11 overs. Sri Lanka A's solitary resistance came from Ashen Bandara, who counter-attacked with a brisk, 86-ball 87, laced with 11 boundaries and two maximums. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Sri Lanka A 366 and 209 (Ashen Bandara 87; Gurnoor Brar 6-68, Saransh Jain 2-66) lost to India A 543/9 declared and 36 for no loss (B Sai Sudharsan 25 not out, Aman Mokhade 11 not out) by ten wickets Article Source: IANS
India Pacer Jasprit Bumrah Seen Training With Red-ball Ahead Of Gruelling Schedule
ODI World Cup: India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was seen bowling with the red ball at his practice session in Ahmedabad, signalling his preparation for the upcoming gruelling. The pace spearhead shared pictures of his intense training session, including bowling with the red SG ball, on his Instagram account on Sunday, even as his team-mates from the Gujarat domestic set-up watched on. In the last few days, Bumrah has been training with his domestic team-mates like Chintan Gaja at the Gujarat College ground after a brief post-IPL break. Bumrah has been rested from the T20I series against Ireland and England, but is scheduled to play in the three-match series against England starting on July 14 in Birmingham, and is followed by games in Cardiff (July 16) and Lords (July 19). The ODI series in England will be the first time Bumrah will be seen in the 50-over format since the 2023 ODI World Cup final. After that, Bumrah missed out on playing in ODIs due to workload management reasons. He was also rested from the one-off home Test and three ODIs against Afghanistan in June, but will feature in the Asian Games mens T20 cricket games in Japan in September. From a red-ball perspective, Bumrahs services will be much needed when India plays a two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to be held from August 15 to 27, with matches at Galle and Colombo. The ODI series in England will be the first time Bumrah will be seen in the 50-over format since the 2023 ODI World Cup final. After that, Bumrah missed out on playing in ODIs due to workload management reasons. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In Tests, Bumrah has picked 234 wickets in 52 matches, while taking 149 scalps in 89 ODI games. The Test tour of Sri Lanka will be the first time Bumrah will play red-ball games in the island nation. Article Source: IANS
India A win series after Gurnoor Brar demolishes Sri Lanka A
Gurnoor Brar returned 6 for 68 in the second Sri Lanka A innings, to go with 4 for 77 in the first, to return his career-best first-class figures
Indias Main Concern Has Been Their Bowling Combination: Deep Dasgupta
Deep Dasgupta: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes India need to rethink their bowling combination following the defeat to England in the second T20I in Manchester, suggesting the team management consider fielding an additional specialist seamer for the remainder of the series. Assessing India's performance after England took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, Dasgupta said the current balance leaves the attack vulnerable if one of the frontline pacers has an off day, and added that India's bowling resources become stretched when they rely on two specialist seamers along with all-rounder Shivam Dube. The main concern for India has been their bowling combination. When you go in with only two seamers plus Shivam Dube, and if one of them has an off day, you are left with very few options, Dasgupta told JioStar. He explained that the lack of a similar replacement in the pace department makes it easier for the opposition to seize control during the middle overs. You don't have a like-for-like replacement in the middle overs, and the opposition can target the weaker links. I think this is something the team needs to look at, he added. Dasgupta believes India should seriously consider altering the composition of their attack by adding another specialist fast bowler, even if it means making compromises elsewhere in the playing XI. They should consider going with three seamers instead of two plus Shivam Dube, he said. The former cricketer also questioned whether India need to persist with three spinners, particularly in English conditions where seam and bounce are likely to play a greater role. The other couple of questions the team needs to answer are whether they really need three spinners and whether they can afford to play an extra seamer, he added. Dasgupta acknowledged that strengthening the pace attack could reduce India's batting depth but felt the trade-off may ultimately benefit the side. The other couple of questions the team needs to answer are whether they really need three spinners and whether they can afford to play an extra seamer, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With the series finely poised, Dasgupta's remarks underline the selection dilemma facing the Indian team management as they weigh batting depth against the need for greater flexibility in the bowling attack ahead of the remaining matches. Article Source: IANS
Kirti Azad Seeks Answers From BCCI, Raises Voice Against Adult Ads During IND-ENG Telecast
Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad: Former India cricketer and Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has questioned the broadcast of an alleged adult advertisement during the second T20I between India and England at Old Trafford, urging the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to examine the matter. Azad, who also posted about the issue on social media during the match, said the presence of such advertisements during a game watched by millions of children raised serious concerns and warned that he would take up the issue in Parliament if necessary. Elaborating on his concerns, Azad said cricket's massive family audience made the issue particularly significant, arguing that children should not be exposed to such content during live sporting events. This is an adult advertisement. Children watch the match with their parents. They are children under 16 years old. In this country, cricket is considered a religion. When I was watching it, 44 crore people were watching it, and an adult advertisement appeared during the match, Azad told IANS. The former all-rounder said such advertisements often leave parents in an uncomfortable position while prompting questions from children who may not understand the context. Parents don't know where to look, and children don't understand it. They ask what it is. What effect will it have on their minds? This is a very big question, and the BCCI should answer it. How are they allowing all this? he questioned. Azad also asked why such advertisements were being aired when promotions related to alcohol and tobacco remain prohibited. Alcohol and cigarette advertisements are all banned, and they should be. So why adult advertisements? And that too between overs. I raise a big question over its validity, he said. Parents don't know where to look, and children don't understand it. They ask what it is. What effect will it have on their minds? This is a very big question, and the BCCI should answer it. How are they allowing all this? he questioned. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sharing his objection on X during the match, Azad had called on the BCCI to take note of what he described as an inappropriate advertisement during the live telecast. He wrote, Children are watching live the international T20 match between India and England being played at Old Trafford. Isnt it a shame that an adult advertisement for Durex comes on the screen @BCCI to take note. Article Source: IANS
Ahead Of England-Australia Final, Jay Shah Hails Record-shattering Success Of Women's T20 WC
T20 World Cup: Ahead of the high-octane final between England and Australia, International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah has hailed the ongoing 2026 Women's T20 World Cup as a record-shattering success, saying that it has emerged as the biggest edition of the tournament in on-ground attendance and viewership. The title clash between the two cricketing powerhouses is scheduled to take place at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday. We had ambitions for this #T20WorldCup to be the biggest ever, and with record-breaking crowds and huge viewership across the globe on TV and digital, we have achieved that, wrote Shah on his X account. Looking forward to the blockbuster finale, Shah extended his greetings to both teams. Best of luck to England and Australia, who will no doubt put on a great contest in the Final at Lord's, he added. The high-stakes encounter marks the fourth time Australia and England have contested in the tournament's summit clash, having previously met in the 2012, 2014, and 2018 finals, which were all won by Australia. Six-time champions Australia enter the title decider as firm favourites after having a run of six consecutive victories. Led by Sophie Molineux, who took over the captaincy following Alyssa Healys retirement in March, Australia entered the final with a commanding eight-wicket win over the West Indies at The Oval. The high-stakes encounter marks the fourth time Australia and England have contested in the tournament's summit clash, having previously met in the 2012, 2014, and 2018 finals, which were all won by Australia. Also Read: Live Cricket Score At the title clash, global music icons Rita Ora and Clean Bandit will perform in a star-studded closing ceremony of the tenth edition of the tournament. Article Source: IANS
Sooryavanshi Is Going To Win A Lot Of Hearts, Sky Is The Limit: Parthiv Patel
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has all the ingredients to enjoy a long and successful international career after the teenager made a historic debut for India in the second T20I against England in Manchester. While the 15-year-old scored 14 runs on debut, Parthiv said the occasion was far bigger than the numbers on the scoreboard and backed the youngster to justify the enormous expectations surrounding him. He described Sooryavanshi's maiden international appearance as a landmark moment, not only because of his age but also as the youngest player to represent India in international cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record. The whole cricketing world was waiting for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut. He got his chance here in Manchester against England at the age of 15, becoming the youngest player ever to debut for India, breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record. This is a huge moment, Parthiv told JioStar. Reflecting on the emotions associated with an international debut, Patel said every cricketer dreams of wearing the India jersey and believes Sooryavanshi will cherish the experience despite a modest return with the bat. As a player, you dream of representing your country. And when it happens, it is a surreal feeling. Talking about his knock, he played some good shots and missed a few too, but that's fine. I'm not worried about the 14 runs he managed to score, he added. The former wicketkeeper also pointed to one particular stroke during the innings as evidence of the teenager's immense promise, saying the left-hander had already offered a glimpse of the talent that has generated widespread excitement. As a player, you dream of representing your country. And when it happens, it is a surreal feeling. Talking about his knock, he played some good shots and missed a few too, but that's fine. I'm not worried about the 14 runs he managed to score, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We all saw that flick shot off Jofra Archer; we know what he is capable of. The sky is the limit for him. He is going to score a lot of runs and win a lot of hearts. It's rare to see a player carry so many expectations, but Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has done exactly that, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Those Two No-balls Changed Everything, Says Parthiv Patel On India's Defeat In 2nd T20I
Parthiv Patel: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes Ravi Bishnoi's costly 17th over proved to be the turning point in India's defeat to England in the second T20I in Manchester, while also backing the team's bowling decisions and hailing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's record-breaking international debut. Reflecting on the match, Parthiv said the two no-balls bowled by Bishnoi shifted momentum decisively in England's favour by allowing Jacob Bethell to play with complete freedom. He pointed to the dramatic change in Bethell's approach after the over, explaining that the free hits removed the pressure that had built during the left-hander's slow start. Batters take one delivery to get out, and bowlers have five more deliveries to come back after a six. So, you look at that 17th over from Ravi Bishnoi and the transformation in Jacob Bethell's innings, the switch in his batting intent happened because of the freedom he got from the no-ball, to go after the ball without worrying about losing your wicket, Parthiv told JioStar. He noted that Bethell had struggled to accelerate before the momentum swung. Before that over, Bethell was struggling at 37 off 33 balls. He was finding it hard to accelerate. But those two no-balls changed everything. They released the pressure and gave him the license to attack. While acknowledging that conceding boundaries is part of T20 cricket, Parthiv said the no-balls made the task considerably easier for the batter. This is something Ravi Bishnoi will want to work on. Getting hit for runs is part of the game. But when a no-ball gives the batter a free hit, it becomes easier to play without accountability because you don't get out; you only get the runs. That over turned the match in England's favour, he added. Questions were also raised over India's decision not to use all-rounder Shivam Dube with the ball, but Parthiv felt stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer managed his resources sensibly. The situation of the game matters. You try to use your sixth bowler, Shivam Dube, to get through a couple of overs. But when the game demands wickets, that is when you go back to your main bowlers, Parthiv stated. While acknowledging that conceding boundaries is part of T20 cricket, Parthiv said the no-balls made the task considerably easier for the batter. This is something Ravi Bishnoi will want to work on. Getting hit for runs is part of the game. But when a no-ball gives the batter a free hit, it becomes easier to play without accountability because you don't get out; you only get the runs. That over turned the match in England's favour, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He also suggested India could consider strengthening their pace attack for the remaining matches of the series, saying, I thought 190 was a par score on this pitch. But when you are playing in England, with bigger boundaries, the slower deliveries and bouncers come into play. So maybe an extra seamer could help India in the next game. Article Source: IANS
Babar Azam to captain Pakistan on West Indies and England Test tours
Pakistan will play the first of two Tests against the West Indies in Tarouba, Trinidad, from July 25. The second begins in Port-of-Spain from August 2.
Pakistan drop Shaheen, Hasan and Noman for West Indies and England Tests
Saud Shakeel has been left out of the West Indies tour because of fitness issues, but Pakistan are expecting him to be back for the Tests in England
Babar Returns As Test Captain As Pakistan Name Squads For West Indies, England Tours
Brian Lara Cricket Academy: Pakistan have handed Babar Azam the Test captaincy once again while announcing their squads for the upcoming tours of the West Indies and England, marking the former skipper's return to leadership after he stepped away from the role in 2023. The Pakistan Men's National Selection Committee unveiled the squads during a press conference at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday. Babar will lead the side in both the two-Test series against the West Indies, scheduled from July 25 to August 6, and the three-Test series in England, scheduled for August 19 to September 13. A 16-member squad has been named for the West Indies tour, while a 17-member group has been picked for the England series. Saud Shakeel has been included in the England squad, subject to fitness. The selectors have also rewarded four uncapped players with call-ups. Left-arm spinner Ali Usman, right-handed batter Muhammad Awais Zafar, right-arm pacer Ubaid Shah, and wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Ghazi Ghori have all been named in the squads as Pakistan look to inject fresh talent into the Test setup. Babar's appointment marks a significant turnaround in Pakistan's leadership timeline. The 31-year-old had resigned as captain across all formats in November 2023 following Pakistan's group-stage exit from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India. Although he returned as Pakistan's ODI and T20I captain in March 2024, that stint proved short-lived. Babar stepped down from the white-ball captaincy again in October 2024, ending his second spell in charge after just six months. His latest appointment now sees him return to the helm of the Test side as Pakistan prepare for two challenging overseas assignments against the West Indies and England. Squad for West Indies tour: Babar Azam (captain), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Fazal, Ali Usman, Azan Awais, Imam ul Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Awais Zafar, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicket-keeper), Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Shan Masood, and Ubaid Shah Squad for England tour: Babar Azam (captain), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Fazal, Ali Usman, Azan Awais, Imam ul Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Muhammad Awais Zafar, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicket-keeper), Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel (subject to fitness), Shan Masood, and Ubaid Shah Schedule for West Indies series: July 25-29 1st Test, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Tarouba August 2-6 2nd Test, Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Port of Spain Schedule for England series: August 19-23 1st Test, Leeds Schedule for England series: Also Read: Live Cricket Score September 9-13 3rd Test, Birmingham Article Source: IANS
2nd T20I: We Played For A Perfect Team, Can Do Better, Says Ishan After Loss To England
Ishan Kishan: India batter Ishan Kishan claimed that the team management had picked the 'perfect team' for the second T20I against England, rejecting the suggestion that they needed an off-spinner to stem the run-flow in the middle overs. Ishan Kishan scored 49 and, along with skipper Shreyas Iyer (37) and Abhishek Sharma (43), helped India post a challenging 190/7 upon electing to bat first at Old Trafford on Saturday. However, England rode on an unbeaten 76 from Jacob Bethell to overhaul the target and reach 191/6 in 19 overs, recovering from a precarious 1/2 and 51/3 for a four-wicket win. The key to India's defeat was the 17th over bowled by Ravi Bishnoi that cost 29 runs as the leggie finished with figures of 4-0-60-0. Asked whether India needed an off-spinner to capitalise on the situation in the middle and lower-order, Ishan Kishan said the bowlers picked for the match were quality bowlers, and all this talk was conjecture. No, I mean, we played for a perfect team, you know. It's just that when you don't win, there are a lot of thoughts coming in, a lot of ifs and buts are coming in. But at the same time, I feel all of them were very good bowlers who have done well in the past, who have made their team win in different situations. Even bowling on very flat tracks and still getting wickets. So, I don't think we could have done anything different looking at the team side, said Ishan Kishan in the post-match press conference. Kishan, however, admitted that the team has to consider how it can improve its performance, taking the conditions into account. Yeah, like I said, we need to just understand what conditions are and how we can improve, what we can do better. You know, thoughts will keep coming in. But at the end of the day, we just need to understand the situation, like we are playing outside India, and what the pitch requires from us as a batter and as a bowler. Not only one batter or one bowler can, you know, just make the difference. But as a group, I feel we need to just understand more, like where we can get better, he added. Kishan came in at one down as India went in with 15-year-old opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the second match. The first match was abandoned without a ball being bowled in the second innings after India posted 189/7 in the rain-hit match. Pointing out that the team has been losing momentum in the backend and falling short by 15-20 runs from what they could have in both times they batted in this series, the Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batter said the team has to improve, and said all batters would have to think about where they can score those 20-plus runs. He said they will have to look at the hosts' batters to understand what they are doing better because they know the conditions better. Pointing out that the team has been losing momentum in the backend and falling short by 15-20 runs from what they could have in both times they batted in this series, the Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batter said the team has to improve, and said all batters would have to think about where they can score those 20-plus runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We are all looking to understand what these guys are doing against us. Like, when we play in India, we have more ideas about the wicket. So, here, obviously, every batter needs to understand, as a team, like, where we can, you know, get those extra 20 runs, whether it's by scoring boundaries or, because it's a big ground, you need to take those, whether you have to target the gaps. So, these are a few things I feel we'll talk about as a group, we'll understand, and we'll get better with time, he said. Article Source: IANS
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