Zampa: Overseas players still getting the better deal in BBL
The Australia legspinner has signed a two-year deal with Hobart Hurricanes
US Open PIX: Tiafoe stages epic comeback to enter semis
Frances Tiafoe mounted a stunning comeback at the U.S. Open, recovering from two sets and a break down to defeat fellow American Alex Michelsen in a thrilling five-set match, securing his spot in the semi-finals.
Bamber bulldozes Glamorgan to boost Warwickshire title hopes
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Punjab T20 League: Jalandhar Warriors held their nerves to steal a win against Ludhiana Lions by seven runs in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali. The Warriors posted 169/8 in 20 overs after Ludhiana's bowlers put up a strong show. Jalandhar got off to a poor start and were reduced to 16/3 in just the second over. However, Prabhsimran Singh and Gourav Makan joined hands to steady the innings. The two batters played carefully at first before finding their rhythm and adding valuable runs. Prabhsimran scored 39 off 30 balls before being dismissed, leaving Jalandhar in another difficult position. Gourav continued his good form and scored a crucial half-century. He made 52 off 43 balls before losing his wicket, but his knock gave Jalandhar a strong base for the final overs. Aryan Yadav then took charge and provided the late push Jalandhar needed. He remained unbeaten on 35 off 26 balls to help the Warriors reach 169/8. For Ludhiana Lions, Krish Bhagat was the best bowler. He picked up four wickets for 37 runs in four overs, while Kartik Chadha finished with 1/21 in his four overs. Ludhiana made a steady start to the chase, with openers Abhijeet Garg and Bikramjeet Singh adding 49 runs for the first wicket. However, the Lions then lost a few quick wickets and were reduced to 79/3. Arjun Rajput and Salil Arora then gave Ludhiana hope by putting together a 54-run partnership. Rajput scored 45 off 33 balls before being dismissed, while Salil made 26 off 24 balls. The Lions needed 19 runs from the final two overs to win. Krish Bhagat kept the chase alive by hitting a six off the final ball of the 19th over, reducing the target to 10 runs from six balls. Randeep Singh bowled the final over and made an immediate impact, dismissing Aseem Kohli for 11 off seven balls off the first delivery. He then removed Havneet for a duck off the next two balls, leaving Ludhiana in deep trouble. The Lions needed 19 runs from the final two overs to win. Krish Bhagat kept the chase alive by hitting a six off the final ball of the 19th over, reducing the target to 10 runs from six balls. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a result, Jalandhar Warriors secured a thrilling seven-run victory, while Ludhiana Lions fell just short despite a late fightback and were restricted to 162/8 in 20 overs. Article Source: IANS
Babar Azam Breaks Silence on Pakistan's Shock Team Overhaul
Babar Azam said Pakistan's sweeping squad changes came as a surprise, defended the team's selection decisions, urged a fearless approach at Edgbaston, while the PCB launched disciplinary inquiry.
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ENG vs PAK 3rd Test Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
ENG vs PAK 3rd Test, Cricket Tips: The tour of England has been disastrous for Pakistan cricket team. They have been humiliated both on and off the field, and they have only themselves to blame. After losing the second test, the PCB sacked head coach Sarfarz Khan and dropped seven players from the team. Mike Hesson will take the charge, and a bunch of new players, including Saim Ayub, have joined the team. Can this help them to win the final game? The third test will kick off at 3:30 PM IST on September 9 at Edgbaston. England have added Shoaib Basher to the squad, but their pacers are bowling brilliantly, and they might need him for this game. ENG vs PAK: Match Details Date : September 9-13, 2026 (Wednesday-Sunday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : Edgbaston, Birmingham ENG vs PAK: Live Streaming Details The live action of the third test will be available on the Sony Sports Networks, and the fans can watch the live stream on the Sony LIV app or website. ENG vs PAK: Head-to-Head in Tests Total Matches: 94 England : 32 Pakistan : 23 Drawn : 39 ENG vs PAK: Ground Pitch Report Edgbaston is a better place for the batters. The wicket is expected to get better for batting with time. Early on, fast bowlers will have great conditions, and the overhead conditions will also help them trouble the batters. Overall, the team that bats long will have a better chance of winning. ENG vs PAK: Possible XIs England : Emilio Gay, Ben Duckett, Joe Root (c), Jordan Cox, Harry Brook, Daniel Lawrence, Jamie Smith (wk), Jofra Archer, Ollie Robinson, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue Pakistan : Azan Awais, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Shan Masood, Abdullah Shafique, Saud Shakeel, Ghazi Gori (wk), Sajid Khan, Mohammad Imran, Mohammad Abbas, Md. Ali ENG vs PAK: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Harry Brook has been the leading scorer in the series and has played crucial knocks in both matches. For Pakistan, Saud Shakeel was brilliant in the last game and is the leading scorer for Pakistan. Probable Best Bowler Ollie Robinson has bagged consecutive MOTM awards. In fact, he has won MOTM in the last three games he has played. For Pakistan, Mohammad Abbas has looked good and taken wickets consistently. Today Match Prediction : England are very strong, and we predict them to beat this inexperienced Pakistan side. ENG vs PAK Match 3rd Test, Today Match ENG vs PAK, ENG vs PAK Prediction, ENG vs PAK Predicted XIs, Injury Update for England vs Pakistan Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Bollywood Movie Shooting Blamed For Pitch Trouble At English County
English county Leicestershire is facing an intriguing allegation. It is fighting to avoid relegation from Division One of the County Championship, but the outcome may depend on a Cricket Discipline Panel decision regarding their pitch
NAM vs SA 1st ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
NAM vs SA 1st ODI, Cricket Tips: After an exciting T20I tri-series, it is time for a three-match ODI series between Namibia and South Africa. The first ODI will be played at Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, on Wednesday at 1 PM IST. This will be a historic ODI series. It is the first time that Namibia and South Africa are facing each other in an ODI bilateral series. Just like the T20I tri-series, Bjorn Fortuin will lead the Proteas. They won the tri-series and will be confident going forward. Corbin Bosch is back for the Proteas, who will give balance to the squad. Gerhard Eramus will lead the hosts, who will look to improve their performance from the tri-series. NAM vs SA: Match Details Date : September 09, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 1:00 PM IST Venue : Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek NAM vs SA: Live Streaming Details The live action of the ODI series between Namibia and South Africa will be available on the FanCode mobile app or website. NAM vs SA: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 0 Namibia : 0 South Africa : 0 No-result : 0 NAM vs SA: Ground Pitch Report The wicket at Windhoek is pretty good for batting. It was quite visible in the tri-series, where the last two games produced above 200 runs. However, there will be some help for the fast bowlers early on, and spinners will get purchase in the lateral stages of the game. NAM vs SA: Possible XIs Namibia : Zane Green (wk), Junior Taanyanda, Jan Frylinck, Gerhard Erasmus (c), Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton, JJ Smit, Louren Steenkamp, Ruben Trumpelmann, Ben Scholtz, JC Balt, Max Heingo. South Africa : Tony de Zorzi, Jordan Hermann, Dewald Brevis, Matthew Breetzke, Connor Esterhuizen, Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Bjorn Fortuin (c), Nqaba Peter, Kwena Maphaka, and Duan Jansen. NAM vs SA: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Dewald Brevis finished the tri-series with joint-most runs, and Jan Frylinck was top scorer for Namibia. These two will be ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Duan Jansen and Ruben Trumpelmann ended the tri-series with the most wickets for their teams. Both tall pacers will be hard to face. Today Match Prediction: South Africa have a better squad for this format. Hence, we predict South Africa to win the first ODI. NAM vs SA Match 1st ODI, Today Match NAM vs SA, NAM vs SA Prediction, NAM vs SA Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Namibia vs South Africa Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
England Skipper Joe Root Says It's Wrong To Accuse Pakistan Of Lacking Fight
Joe Root has insisted it's disrespectful to accuse Pakistan of showing no fight with the tourists on the brink of suffering a Test series whitewash by his England side. England head into the third Test at Edgbaston starting Wednesday with an unbeatable 2-0 up in a three-match series after mammoth wins at Headingley and Lord's. Last week, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) took the extraordinary step of sending seven players home after the second Test and sacking Test coach Sarfaraz Ahmed, with white-ball boss Mike Hesson replacing him. Seven players have been added to the Pakistan squad, five of whom have yet to make their Test debuts ahead of the series finale in Birmingham. The team has been labelled one of the worst Pakistan cricket sides in decades. Root, during his pre-match press conference at Edgbaston on Tuesday, was asked what it was like to face opponents offering no fight, with Pakistan yet to make 200 in four innings so far this series against a revamped England pace quartet of Ollie Robinson, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson. England captain Root took issue with the question, saying it was disrespectful to both sides. Absolutely we have found (Pakistan) a challenge, Root said, even though England thrashed Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs at Headingley, before inflicting a 194-run defeat upon the tourists at Lord's. I think that's a bit disrespectful to both Pakistan as a team and to us as a team, added Root, in his second spell as full-time England skipper following the shock international retirement of Ben Stokes. I don't think we've allowed them to get into games because of how well we've played as well and how quickly we've read the situations and the surfaces that we've had. I think it's very easy to say one team is excellent and one team is poor. Normally it's somewhere in the middle. If one team has been outstanding then the other team can't have been poor and vice-versa. I think it's important to live in that middle area somewhere and understand that that's not how it is. Regardless of what's happened over the last two games, this week it's a completely different proposition for us. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories There's a very talented group of players in that dressing room and you've got to be ready for it, so we'll make sure that we are.
Captain Leus Du Plooy Ineligible For Middlesex Over South Africa Declaration
Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will miss the remainder of the English domestic cricket season because he declared his ambition to represent South Africa. The 31-year-old batsman joined Derbyshire in 2019 on a special deal which allows certain foreign players in domestic English county cricket to be registered as locals rather than as overseas players. Du Plooy had been registered as a local player since qualifying on residency grounds and he moved to Middlesex two years ago. But having recently stated his desire to play for South Africa, he would need to be reclassified as an overseas player to continue representing Middlesex. The club, however, were unaware that Du Plooy's declaration automatically made him ineligible to continue playing as a local. And they did not realise their mistake until after Sunday's deadline to register overseas players had passed. The deadline for the registration of overseas players for the 2026 season was Sunday, 6 September, meaning that it is now not possible for the club to register Leus and select him for the remainder of the season, Middlesex said in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Du Plooy will miss the crucial end of the season this month as Middlesex prepare for the One-Day Cup final against Leicestershire next week and bid for promotion from the Second Division.
Maha Cabinet approves revised 5 pc quota policy for meritorious sports persons
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) In a major decision aimed at streamlining and unifying job recruitment for athletes across the state, the Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday, approved a revised policy governing the 5 per cent reservation for meritorious sportspersons in government and semi-government sectors. Under the updated policy, all eligible athletes must complete the verification of their sports certificate validity within a three-month deadline. The revised policy aims to provide socio-economic security and encourage athletes who have made their mark at national and international levels. This 5 per cent parallel reservation will apply to direct recruitment across Group A, B, C, and D positions in all state government departments, district councils (Zilla Parishads), Panchayat Samitis, Gram Panchayats, municipal corporations, public sector undertakings, boards, corporations, universities, government-aided educational institutions, Ashram schools, cooperatives (such as banks and sugar factories), and any grant-in-aid voluntary organizations receiving state funding. To qualify for reservation, sports included in at least three consecutive Summer Olympic Games after 2005 are eligible. Additionally, to promote regional sports, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Chess, Mallakhamb, and Cricket have been included. The requirement of specific sports eligibility will not restrict major multi-sport events like the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, Asian Games, Para Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games -- any sports featured during the respective year of these events will automatically qualify. Furthermore, medalists from senior, youth, and junior age groups organized by recognised associations, School Games (Under-19), Khelo India Games (Youth, University, Para), and All India Inter-University championships are eligible. To eliminate fraudulent certificates, the revised policy introduces a digital Sports E-Certificate Automation System. Tournament organisers are now mandated to upload results with digital signatures within 7 days of the event's completion. The system utilises blockchain technology to permanently store data, rendering it tamper-proof and enabling instant verification through automated cryptographic hashing. With the introduction of this consolidated policy, all previous government resolutions (GRs) on this subject stand canceled. A fresh, comprehensive GR will be issued shortly. Candidates who were eligible under prior GRs are also required to verify their certificates within three months from the issuance date of the new GR. The list of recognised sports includes Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Canoeing & Kayaking, Cricket, Cycling, Fencing, Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Mallakhamb, Rowing, Rugby, Shooting, Swimming, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Triathlon, Volleyball, Modern Pentathlon, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Skateboarding, Surfing, Sport Climbing, Golf, Chess, Equestrian, Sailing, and Tennis.
BCCI Nets Giant Windfall From Campa, SBI Life, ChatGPT Deals
The BCCI has announced new associate partnerships with Campa, SBI Life, and ChatGPT for India's home cricket matches. These deals are valued at over Rs 130 crore for two seasons, marking a 44% increase over the previous cycle and extending until March 2028. The partnerships highlight the growing commercial appeal and versatility of Indian cricket.
Ponting: ODI cricket will be played 'less' amid T20 boom
He however remains convinced that Test cricket will continue to thrive as long as major cricketing nations remain invested in it
Asian Games: No Five-Star Hotels for Indian Cricketers
BCCI Vice-President Rajiv Shukla has confirmed that Indian cricketers participating in the upcoming Asian Games in Japan will stay in designated accommodation provided by the Organising Committee, which, while comfortable, will not be five-star hotels due to scarcity in Nagoya. Both BCCI and IOA have addressed the arrangements, ensuring player comfort and suitable facilities.
Joe Root endorses Kevin Pietersen, backs Emilio Gay
Test captain says
Why Ricky Ponting Fears ODI Cricket Will Slowly Fade
Legendary Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting expresses concern over the diminishing role of One Day International (ODI) cricket due to the rapid expansion of T20 Internationals and franchise leagues worldwide. While he believes Test cricket will remain strong with support from major cricketing nations, Ponting fears the 50-over format will be played less frequently. David Warner also weighs in on the challenges and opportunities presented by the crowded T20 calendar.
Cricket contingent is fully prepared: BCCI VP Shukla confident of Team India completing Asiad double
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla has backed both the Indian mens and womens cricket teams to successfully defend their Asian Games titles at the Aichi-Nagoya Games, expressing complete confidence in Indias chances of securing gold medals in both events. We are fully prepared for the Asian Games. The cricket continent is going there fully prepared. There will be a good show. We will win for sure and get the gold medal, both men and women. There is no doubt about it, Shukla told IANS at the Asian Games send-off ceremony here in Delhi. India head into the continental tournament as defending champions in both mens and womens cricket, having won gold in both events at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games. The womens competition will get underway with India entering directly at the quarter-final stage on September 18. The semi-finals are scheduled for September 20, with the medal matches to be played on September 22. The mens team will also begin its campaign in the quarter-finals, with their match scheduled for September 28. The semi-finals will take place on October 1, followed by the medal matches on October 3. The BCCI has also finalised the coaching arrangements for the two teams. VVS Laxman, Head of the Centre of Excellence, will take charge of the mens side for the continental event. Regular head coach Gautam Gambhir is set to take a break ahead of Indias white-ball series against the West Indies, which begins on September 27. Laxman will be assisted by former India spinner Sunil Joshi, Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Subhadeep Ghosh, while Amol Muzumdar will coach the womens team. The Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. India will compete across multiple disciplines, with a strong contingent featuring several Olympic and Commonwealth Games medallists. With cricket returning as one of the key team sports at the continental showpiece, India will look to retain its dominance in the discipline and build on the success achieved in Hangzhou.
Duleep Trophy 2026: Shami, Mukesh Shine As East Zone Take Control Of Final Against South
MA Chidambaram Stadium: India internationals Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar starred with the ball as East Zone ended Day 3 of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in ascendancy. Both Shami and Mukesh took two wickets each as the Tilak Varma-led South were restricted to 242/6 in the first innings and ended the day trailing by 466. Devdutt Padikkal (62) and Tilak Varma (56*) scored half-centuries, but the South Zone batters would regret their dismissals, even though Tilak remains unbeaten and the sole hope for an improbable comeback. The South batters had poor shot selection, and the East bowlers found some spice with even the older ball, using reverse swing to trouble the South batters, who got starts but not as much as the East batters, especially Ishan Kishan, who scored 270. Ricky Bhui was the first one to be dismissed when he edged one behind for stand-in wicketkeeper Kumar Kushagra to palm it. East Zone vice-captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi insisted on a review to overturn the umpire's not-out call for Bhui's caught-behind appeal, which was later given out on DRS. Narayan Jagadeesan fell victim to poor shot selection, slicing Shikhar Mohan to point as South went to lunch at 115/2. The East bowlers continued to do a good job in the second session too, and the seamers found reverse swing. They kept the lid on the batters as Shami dismissed Shaik Rasheed for his first. The Indian veteran pacer bowled short spells and was seen to be troubled by a neck issue soon after lunch. Padikkal made a strong fifty but holed Mukesh Kumar out to deep square leg. Sooryavanshi took the captain's armband for a brief period in the later part of the second session as Ishan Kishan was off the field. He brought in Shami for a brief spell, and the pacer got the highest Ranji Trophy scorer from the previous season, Smaran Ravichandran. This time Kushagra insisted for the review to Sooryavanshi after the umpire did not pick the edge. They kept the lid on the batters as Shami dismissed Shaik Rasheed for his first. The Indian veteran pacer bowled short spells and was seen to be troubled by a neck issue soon after lunch. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief scores: East Zone 708 in 163 overs (Ishan Kishan 270, Kumar Kushagra 101; Tripurana Vijay 4-180, Chama Milind 2-88) lead South Zone 242/6 (Tilak Varma 56*, Devdutt Padikkal 62; Mohammed Shami 2-17, Mukesh Kumar 2-36) by 466 runs Article Source: IANS
BCCI Unveils Three Powerful New Partners, One Name Stands Out
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the appointment of three Associate Partners for India Home Cricket for a two-season period. One of them is ChatGPT
UAE bowl against Bangladesh in must-win game
UAE made one change while Bangladesh made two
Punjab T20 League: Amritsar Soormas Naman Dhir produced a breathtaking batting display against Mohali Kings in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League at the I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali, on Tuesday, smashing a record-breaking 173 off 64 deliveries. Reflecting on his sensational knock, Dhir said, I was thinking from the first ball that I just had to play the merit of the ball. So, I didnt pay attention to my score. Whatever I did after reaching 150, I was still thinking that I should play every shot on the merit of the ball. Dhir played a key role in helping Amritsar post a mammoth 279/7 in 20 overs. He smashed 16 fours and 12 sixes during his stunning innings and took the attack to the Mohali bowlers from the start. The Soormas were 63/2 in the fifth over when Dhir joined hands with Jashanpreet Singh. The duo added 120 runs for the third wicket, with Jashanpreet contributing a quick 41 off 25 balls. Speaking about their partnership, Dhir said, I think he batted really well as soon as he came in. He didnt put any pressure on me. We were looking to put up the maximum possible total. He played some great shots and supported me really well. Dhir continued his assault even after Jashanpreets dismissal, while Abhishek Sharma scored 13 off four and Abhay Choudhary made 20 off 10 to help the Soormas finish with a huge total. Mohali Kings, chasing 280, struggled to keep up with the required rate and lost wickets at regular intervals. Jaskaranvir Paul fought hard with a 76 off 41, but lacked enough support as Mohali were restricted to 212/9 in 20 overs. Shubham Rana was the pick of the bowlers for Amritsar, returning figures of 4/30 in four overs, while Ayush Goyal took four wickets for Mohali but conceded 43 runs at the I.S. Bindra Stadium that has hosted international matches in the past. Mohali Kings, chasing 280, struggled to keep up with the required rate and lost wickets at regular intervals. Jaskaranvir Paul fought hard with a 76 off 41, but lacked enough support as Mohali were restricted to 212/9 in 20 overs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Dhirs extraordinary 173 remained the highlight of the contest as Amritsar Soormas completed a 67-run victory. Article Source: IANS
BCCI Breaks Silence On Team India's Asian Games Accommodation Controversy
BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla said the issue on the accommodation of the hotels for the cricketers had arisen due to the scarcity of top-rated hotels in Nagoya.
Hard lengths make life easy for Mukesh, Shami
Mukesh said attacking stumps also benefited the East Zone attack, as they reduced South Zone to 242 for 6
Womens Asia Cup: Pakistans Gull Feroza fined for code of conduct breach
Digital Desk | Dubai, Sep 8 (IANS) Pakistan batter Gull Feroza has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee and handed a demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during her sides Womens Asia Cup Group A match against Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday. Feroza was found guilty of breaching Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which covers showing dissent at an umpires decision during an international match. The incident occurred in the fifth over of Pakistans innings after Feroza was adjudged leg-before-wicket. The batter expressed her disagreement with the decision by gesturing towards her bat to indicate that she had edged the delivery. The sanction is Ferozas second disciplinary offence within a 24-month period. The latest punishment takes her tally to two demerit points during that period. She had received her first demerit point for an incident during Pakistans Womens T20 World Cup league match against Australia on June 23. Feroza admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Supriya Rani Das of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, thereby avoiding the need for a formal hearing. The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Rabab Ahsan and Rokeya Sultana, third umpire Shivani Mishra and fourth umpire Shathira Jakir. Level 1 breaches of the ICC Code of Conduct carry a minimum sanction of an official reprimand and a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a players match fee, along with one or two demerit points. Under the ICC disciplinary system, four or more demerit points accumulated within a 24-month period are converted into suspension points. Two suspension points result in a ban from one Test, two ODIs or two T20Is, whichever comes first for the player. Demerit points remain on a players disciplinary record for 24 months from the date they are imposed.
Bangladesh Announce Schedule For Crucial West Indies Test Series
ICC World Test Championship: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced the schedule for the upcoming two-match Test series against the West Indies on Tuesday, with the hosts aiming to build on their encouraging 1-1 series draw against Australia in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle. The first Test will be held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur from October 28 to November 1, with the second and final Test taking place in Sylhet from November 5 to 9. The series is significant for both teams as they aim to improve their positions in the WTC standings. Bangladesh are currently fourth in the nine-team table after three wins, two defeats and a draw from their six matches in the ongoing cycle. Bangladeshs recent Test campaign received a boost after they secured a 1-1 draw with Australia away from home. They had earlier suffered a 1-0 series defeat to Sri Lanka and completed a 2-0 home series sweep over Pakistan. The West Indies, meanwhile, occupy eighth place in the standings, just above Pakistan. They have recorded two wins, eight defeats and two draws in 12 Tests in the current WTC cycle. The Caribbean side endured a difficult start to the championship cycle, losing their first five Tests. Their early setbacks included a 3-0 home series defeat by Australia and a 2-0 away loss to India. The West Indies eventually registered their first victory of the cycle against Sri Lanka, winning their two-match home series 1-0. They then drew their most recent WTC assignment 1-1 with Pakistan. The visitors will arrive in Bangladesh with some preparation time, as they are scheduled to play a three-day warm-up match from October 22 before the Test series begins. With both teams aiming to climb the WTC standings, the two Tests are expected to be particularly significant as the championship cycle progresses. Series schedule: With both teams aiming to climb the WTC standings, the two Tests are expected to be particularly significant as the championship cycle progresses. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories November 5-9: Second Test, Sylhet Article Source: IANS
Babar: Pakistan's wholesale squad changes were 'news to me'
Captain admits he was left in the dark by the PCB's upending of the Test squad, post-Lord's
Babar Azam's Admission Makes Pakistan Cricket Row Over 7 Mid-Series Sacking Murkier
Pakistan Cricket Board's shocking decision to sack seven players, including Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq, and send two coaches home before the series against England ended sent shockwaves
Tilak fights but Shami and Mukesh help East Zone strengthen hold over South Zone
Shami and Mukesh picked up two wickets apiece as South Zone ended day three six down and still trailing East Zone by 466 runs
'I'm Worried...' Akram Raises Concern Over Imran Khan's Health
Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has expressed serious concerns about the health of his friend and ex-captain Imran Khan, who is currently imprisoned. Akram's comments follow similar calls from other international cricketers, including Brian Lara, for proper medical care and humane treatment for Khan.
The Bengal speedster also stressed the need to maintain the ball, especially on red-soil pitches where it could get scuffed easily
Mohammed Shami Leads East Zone Charge, South Zone Stare At Huge Deficit In Duleep Trophy Final
India internationals Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar starred with the ball as East Zone ended Day 3 of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in ascendancy.
Duleep Trophy final | East bowlers have South on the mat
The host loses six wickets for 242, with 466 runs still in arrears at the end of day three; only Padikkal and Tilak, who is batting on 56, offer some resistance; Shami and Mukesh scalp two wickets for the visitor
Mohammed Shami, East Zone Warned By Umpires During Duleep Trophy Final. Here's The Details
Powered by a star-studded bowling line-up that includes India internationals Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar, East Zone reduced South Zone to 242/6 at stumps on Day 3 of the Duleep Trophy final
Naman Dhir Blazes 173 Off 64 in Batting Masterclass, Misses Double Century
Naman Dhir hit a batting masterclass in Sher-e-Punjab League 2026, launching a spectacular 173 off just 64 balls, as Amritsar Soormas posted a commanding 67-run victory over Mohali Kings. The 18th match was all Dhir, as he walked out to open
Mukesh Kumar Makes India Recall Case Loud and Clear
Mukesh Kumar, the Bengal pacer, has delivered an impressive performance in the Duleep Trophy, taking 11 wickets and expressing the critical importance of the ongoing domestic season for his potential India comeback. He detailed his strategic bowling approach on challenging pitches and the team's tactics for managing the hot conditions, while also providing an update on teammate Anukul Roy's injury.
Benchmark I set for myself was high: Akash Madhwal on life after his IPL 5/5
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Akash Madhwal has acknowledged that his sensational 5/5 for Mumbai Indians against Lucknow Super Giants in the 2023 IPL brought both a career boost and heightened expectations, with the pacer admitting that the benchmark he set for himself became a demanding one to maintain. Madhwal's five-wicket haul in the IPL playoff remains the defining performance of his career, but he insists he has never viewed it as the end point of his journey. We cannot spend our entire cricket journey on just one performance. The best milestones come so we can set new records, break our own milestones, and raise our own benchmarks. I never took my 5/5 lightly. Even after that, I have prepared a lot so that I can do better, set a better record, and do something better. It is not that we take what has already happened. Our hard work is for our own betterment, Madhwal told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Tuesday. Looking back at the impact of that performance, Madhwal admitted that both the attention and the expectations that followed were significant. Both of these things happened to me, literally. The benchmark I set for myself was high, so people had very high expectations from me. Additionally, since I was playing in the IPL, I knew I had to perform better and improve. Both these factors were present with me, and I believe they both influenced me, Madhwal added. His route to the IPL was itself unconventional. Unlike many fast bowlers who enter the professional system at a young age, Madhwal first studied engineering and took up a job before pursuing cricket seriously. Sometimes I feel I should have started earlier, and then I feel it's God's plan. Whatever God has given is what you will get. But it is what it is. First, I studied engineering, then I took a job. After that, I started playing cricket. It was also because our state got an affiliation in 2019. Before that, we didn't have an affiliation. So, when I got an affiliation, I got a chance to play after a year. After that, I started playing professionally, he stated. Despite wondering at times about what his career could have looked like had he started earlier, Madhwal believes his journey unfolded according to a larger plan. But yeah, its God's plan. Whatever God wants happens, he said. That belief has also helped keep his focus on the game rather than on the years he may have lost by entering professional cricket late. Madhwal said the passion that drove him from tennis-ball cricket into professional cricket remains unchanged, and that his India ambition continues to motivate him. I just want to tell myself that. I never want to leave the thing I am very attached to. And the dream of playing for India is still inside me. Its just a matter of one good season that will lead me up to the top, he said.
Digital Desk | Mohali, Sep 8 (IANS) Amritsar Soormas registered a massive win by 67 runs against Mohali Kings in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League at the I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali. The Soormas put up a mammoth 279/7 in 20 overs, with Naman Dhir producing a stunning batting display that took the game away from Mohali Kings. Opening the innings, the right-handed batter smashed a record-breaking 173 off just 64 deliveries, hitting 16 fours and 12 sixes in a breathtaking innings. Dhir took the attack to the Mohali bowlers from the very beginning. He found the boundary regularly and kept the scoring rate high throughout his stay at the crease. His ability to clear the ropes with ease, while also finding gaps for boundaries, helped Amritsar build a huge total. The Soormas were 63/2 in the fifth over when Dhir was joined by Jashanpreet Singh. The two batters immediately changed the pace of the innings, taking on the bowlers and putting the pressure back on Mohali. They added a quick 120 runs for the third wicket, giving Amritsar the perfect platform for a big finish. Jashanpreet eventually fell for a brisk 41 off 25 balls, but Dhir continued his assault at the other end. Abhishek Sharma added 13 off 4 balls, while Abhay Choudhary chipped in with 20 off 10, but it was Dhir's remarkable innings that remained the centre of attention as the Soormas crossed the 270-run mark and finished on 279/7. For Mohali Kings, Ayush Goyal was the pick of the bowlers with four wickets, although he conceded 43 runs in his four overs. Chasing 280, Mohali Kings struggled to build momentum from the start. The Soormas kept picking up wickets at regular intervals, making it difficult for the Kings to put together a big partnership or maintain the required scoring rate. Jaskaranvir Paul tried to hold the innings together and keep Mohali's hopes alive, but he did not get enough support from the other end. With wickets continuing to fall, the Kings were unable to mount a serious challenge to Amritsar's huge total. Paul was eventually out for 76 off 41. Shubham Rana was outstanding with the ball for the Soormas, producing a superb spell of 4/30 in four overs. His wickets at crucial stages ensured that Mohali never got close to the target. Mohali Kings could only manage 212/9 in 20 overs. In the end, Amritsar Soormas completed a massive victory, with Naman Dhir's extraordinary 173 off 64 standing out as the defining performance of the match.
We Are Going To Win Gold: BCCI Prez Manhas Ahead Of Indias Asian Games Campaign
BCCI Prez Manhas: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will send a full-fledged Indian cricket team to the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with president Mithun Manhas saying the side will be targeting the gold medal. We will send a full-fledged cricket team to the Asian Games. We are going there with the aim of winning the gold medal for India. It will be a great event, and hopefully, I will be there as well to cheer for our team, Manhas told IANS. India will enter the Asian Games as the defending champions in both mens and womens cricket after winning gold at the 2022 Hangzhou Games. The Asian Games cricket schedule has also been announced, with the Indian womens team to play the quarter-finals directly on September 18. Semi-finals are on September 20; medal matches are on September 22. In the mens event, India will get direct entry in the quarter-final stage on September 28. The semi-finals are set for October 1, with the medal matches scheduled for October 3 in Aichi-Nagoya. VVS Laxman, the Head of the Centre of Excellence (CoE), will be the head coach of the Indian men's team for the continental event. Gautam Gambhir, the regular head coach, is taking a break before India's upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies, which begins on September 27, and Laxman will be in charge of the men's team. Laxman will be assisted by former India spinner Sunil Joshi, Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Subhadeep Ghosh. Meanwhile, Amol Muzumdar will be in charge of the women's team. Laxman recently took charge of India's T20I series against Zimbabwe in July after Gambhir was rested after the white-ball series against England. Ruturaj Gaikwad led a largely second-string men's side to the title, while Harmanpreet Kaur guided the Indian women's team to gold. Squads: Laxman recently took charge of India's T20I series against Zimbabwe in July after Gambhir was rested after the white-ball series against England. Ruturaj Gaikwad led a largely second-string men's side to the title, while Harmanpreet Kaur guided the Indian women's team to gold. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India mens team: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicket-keeper), Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (vice-captain), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Article Source: IANS
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Dream of playing for India is still alive: Akash Madhwal
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Akash Madhwal has made it clear that the dream of representing India remains firmly alive, with the Uttarakhand pacer believing that one strong season could propel him towards an international debut. Madhwal, who has already produced one of the most memorable playoff bowling performances in IPL history with his 5/5 against Lucknow Super Giants in 2023, said an India five-wicket haul would carry far greater significance for him. Obviously, a fifer for India! Everyone who plays cricket dreams of playing for India. To represent India. It's the same for us tooTo do something for India. To make a name for ourselves. It's the same, Madhwal told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Tuesday. He said the hard work that began during his days of playing tennis-ball cricket has ultimately been driven by the ambition of representing the country. Whatever hard work is going on, whether it's tennis balls or whatever we started professionally, it's all so that we can play for India once. And we can represent India, he said. Madhwal added that he hopes to replicate his famous IPL performance on the international stage. And the 5/5 that I picked in IPL for MI, I will do that for India too, he said. The fast bowler also believes he has more to offer than simply his reputation as a death-overs specialist and yorker bowler. As a cricketer, I have represented Uttarakhand. In Uttarakhand, I started as a strike bowler. And I used to rely on my strength for Yorkers and the death overs. So, I was a complete pace bowler, he said. Madhwal said playing alongside some of the world's leading bowlers in the IPL exposed him to different conditions and showed him how captains could utilise his abilities. When we went to the IPL, the conditions were different. The world's number one bowlers were playing with you. So, the captain used you according to your capability. But I think I am a pace bowler. Because I have been a strike bowler for Uttarakhand. I have been a strike bowler. I have been a death-over bowler. And whenever you see super overs, I have bowled for my team. And I have won a couple of times. So, I consider myself a pace bowler. It's not like I can only bowl at a certain limit. It's not like that, he said. Madhwal also acknowledged the intense competition for places in India's pace-bowling unit and said adapting to modern cricket would be crucial to his progress. As cricketers, we believe we have to represent India. So, we practise the same way in the off-season. In the previous season, what mistakes did we make? What did we learn? How did we move forward? What can we do better? As you said, there is a lot of competition for the bowling unit. We want to see how much we can improve. What variations can we bring? Because it is modern cricket. The sooner we adapt, the sooner we read the conditions, and the more chances we have to grow as a bowler, Madhwal said. He said the focus is now on making the most of every competitive opportunity. So, we do the same in the off-season. We are executing the platform that we are getting. We are taking it to perfection, he added. For Madhwal, however, the India ambition ultimately comes down to staying connected with the passion that took him into professional cricket in the first place. First of all, I started playing cricket out of passion. I asked my family for just one year. I told them I wanted to play cricket. I used to play with a tennis ball, and I had a love for cricket. So I asked my family for a years time to play cricket. That passion for cricket is different. If I still get into the field, I don't know anything about the rest of the world. What is going on and whats not. Cricket is very different. I just want to tell myself that. I never want to leave the thing I am very attached to. And the dream of playing for India is still inside me. Its just a matter of one good season that will lead me up to the top, Madhwal stated.
'Another Year Of Success': Yuvraj's Wish For 'Prince' Gill
Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill received birthday wishes from prominent figures like Yuvraj Singh and BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla. Both praised his growth, composure, batting style, and leadership qualities, wishing him continued success and many more milestones.
Brisbane Heat sign England all-rounder Tom Curran for BBL 16
Digital Desk | Brisbane, Sep 8 (IANS) English all-rounder Tom Curran has joined the Brisbane Heat for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL 16), with the 31-year-old set to bring valuable pace-bowling experience and lower-order batting prowess to the side. The Heat confirmed this week that Curran will be the franchises first overseas signing for BBL 16 after the contracting embargo was lifted 10 days ago. The England international will join his third BBL club after previous stints with the Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Stars. Curran has played 52 BBL matches, taking 72 wickets at an average of 20.61, including a career-best 4-10 for the Melbourne Stars last season. Curran is a three-format England international and Surrey stalwart and is approaching 300 career T20 appearances, having played 290 to date. In T20 cricket, he has scored 2,705 runs at a strike rate of 145.89 and a highest score of 67 not out, while his 297 wickets have come at an economy rate of 8.83. Heat coach James Hopes welcomed the opportunity to bring Curran into his squad, having previously worked with the all-rounder during his time with Delhi in the IPL. Were very pleased to sign a player with Toms skill level and experience, Hopes said. Hes fiercely competitive and from my experience coaching him at Delhi in the IPL, he lifts the other players around him through his energy, drive and focus. Hopes has also been impressed by Currans recent form, having watched him turn out for Edinburgh in the new Euro League, where he has taken 10 wickets in four games. Ive been watching him in action last week for the Edinburgh team in the new Euro League where he has taken 10 wickets in four games so far, and I am sure he will enjoy bowling for us at the Gabba, he said. While Currans bowling will be a key asset for Brisbane, Hopes believes his batting could have an equally significant impact, comparing his role in the lower order to that of Michael Neser. Batting wise, he is very similar to Mchael Neser in the way he can influence a game by managing the innings, either counter-attacking himself or getting the best out of his partner, Hopes said. Currans familiarity with Australian cricket conditions is another factor Brisbane believe will work in their favour, with his previous BBL experience giving him an understanding of the venues and conditions he is likely to encounter. Toms BBL experience with the Sixers and Stars is a bonus as he knows the Australian venues and conditions very well which will undoubtedly benefit our playing group, Hopes said.
Dehradun T20 League providing important platform for Uttarakhand cricketers: Madhwal
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Uttarakahand pacer Akash Madhwal believes tournaments such as the ongoing Dehradun T20 League are providing local cricketers with valuable opportunities to showcase their abilities as they prepare for the demanding domestic season ahead. Madhwal, who is leading Mussoorie Thunders in the competition, said players from the state are approaching the tournament with the same intensity they would bring to an IPL or an India game. First of all, as players, we have to prove ourselves in every game. We do not approach the game lightly. Whenever we go to play, we enter the ground. For us, every game is like an Indian game, like an IPL game, whatever cricket we are playing, Madhwal told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Tuesday. The Uttarakhand pacer also underlined the growth of cricket infrastructure and opportunities in the state, pointing to the increasing number of tournaments being organised for players. And secondly, the cricket happening here in Uttarakhand used to be very limited before. Now, there are very good platforms. For example, this is our third district tournament, and it is being held at such a high level. And thanks to CAU, our association, which is giving us so much cricket, he said. Madhwal believes the increased exposure is particularly important for young cricketers looking to make their way into professional cricket. After this, our major tournament is coming up, the UPL, the Uttarakhand Premier League. So, all these platforms are very important for us as senior players and for all the youngsters who want to play. Because all this is happening live and someone is watching us from somewhere, he said. Whatever is happening, thanks to CAU and thanks to Uttarakhand Cricket, we are getting very good cricket. And we are trying to encourage more players like me to come forward, make Uttarakhand proud, and do well in their cricket journey, Madhwal added. The 32-year-old said the Dehradun T20 League is also helping players carry the work done during the off-season into competitive matches. As I told you earlier, as cricketers, we approach every game in the same way as the big games. So, the off-season practice we have done, we apply it in our games, he said. Madhwal also pointed to the difficult weather conditions in Uttarakhand, particularly during the monsoon, which can restrict the amount of competitive cricket available to players. As you know, for all the tournaments we have, the conditions are not that good here in Uttarakhand. The monsoon arrives very early and lasts a long time. So, in all the cricket we play, we have the same mindset: we want to stick to our game plan and play for our state in the IPL or the Syed Mushtaq Ali. So, we have the same approach here, he said. With Uttarakhand set to enter the Ranji Trophy season, Madhwal feels the current competition can also serve as useful preparation for the domestic campaign, particularly with home matches scheduled to be played in familiar conditions. Yes, definitely. We have the Ranji Trophy season next. We have a home-and-away season. So, all the home matches will be played here, he said. The conditions here, including the pitch and the weather, will help us in the tournament we are playing here. It will help us in our season. We will get to know the overall condition of the pitch. It will help us in some way, Madhwal added.
Naman Dhir scripts history, smashes 173 runs in 64 deliveries in Sher-e-Punjab T20 League
The Sher-e-Punjab League 2026 has seen several brilliant performances in the season so far. However, none of them have made a mark as hard as the knock of Naman Dhir. In the 18th game of...
16 Fours, 12 Sixes! Naman Dhir Sets Sher-e-Punjab League Ablaze
Naman Dhir smashed a breathtaking 37-ball century and finished unbeaten on 173, powering Amritsar Soormas to 279 while setting the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League alight with his fireworks.
'Some Powerful, Big Egos': Vaughan Points 'only Issue' In Pietersen's Selection As England Mentor
New Delhi: Former England captain Michael Vaughan reacted to former batter Kevin Pietersen taking on the role of England's white-ball mentor, but cautioned about the only issue he saw in the shock announcement. In a surprising move, Pietersen was named a 'specialist mentor' for the white-ball sides, which will see the South Africa-born work with the English team through to the World Cup in southern Africa. Vaughan believed that Pietersen would do a eally good job but cautioned about ego issues, given that the English coaching staff included some bigwigs. The one thing that I know from Kevin Pietersen and my time playing and captaining him, he was an ultra professional, a brilliant player, world class, Vaughan told BBC Radio 5. Hes done a bit of mentoring with Delhi in the IPL. Hes passionate about the game. The only issue I have is that there are some quite powerful, big egos within that coaching set-up. I dont see any other team in the world that has such a famous, if you like, coaching set-up. Baz McCullum, Kevin Pietersen, weve got Stephen Fleming in the Test team, you add into that Marcus Trescothick. There are some really big names. Im not saying its a bad thing, Im just interested to know the dynamic down the line. In terms of knowledge and what he can pass on to the players, I have absolutely no doubt that hell do a really good job, he added. Meanwhile, former England fast bowler James Anderson was also taken aback by the Pietersen appointment but felt he can provide the team with knowledge in big games. Im not saying its a bad thing, Im just interested to know the dynamic down the line. In terms of knowledge and what he can pass on to the players, I have absolutely no doubt that hell do a really good job, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a player, he trained as hard as anyone, both fitness-wise and skills-wise, but he had that ability to go on the field and have that flair. He was a winner. He just wanted to win; he wanted to score big runs in big games. He loved the big occasion, and hopefully that can rub off on the guys who might not have experienced a World Cup before, he added. Article Source: IANS
The East Zone vice-captain plotted a couple of South Zone wickets as the teenage sensation played a key role in the dismissals of Ricky Bhui
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Tactical Awareness Plots South Zone's Wickets As East Star With Ball
MA Chidambaram Stadium: East Zone vice-captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plotted a couple of South Zone wickets as the teenage sensation played a key role in the dismissals of Ricky Bhui and star batter Smaran Ravichandran in the Duleep Trophy final at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Sooryavanshi insisted on a review to overturn the umpire's not-out call for Bhui's caught-behind appeal and then used Mohammed Shami late before tea for the scalp of Ravichandran, the highest run-scorer of the previous Ranji Trophy season. After East Zone put up a mountain of 708 on the back of captain Ishan Kishan's 270, East struck early with the ball in the first session of Day 2. Mukesh Kumar zipped one down the leg side as Bhui tried guiding it to the leg side. East Zone appealed, but the umpire remained unmoved as Sooryavanshi appealed to Ishan to go for the review. As it turned out, there was a spike when the ball was next to the bat, with Kumar Kushagra gloving the catch behind. BCCI Domestic also took note of Sooryavanshi's suggestion. Take it...take it. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (handshake emoji) Review. The vice-captain urges the captain to take the review, and it turns out to be successful, BCCI Domestic wrote in a social media post. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi helped his team with another wicket later. With Mukesh and Mohammed Shami doing the damage, South were 174/4 as minutes remained on the clock before tea. The 15-year-old was standing in as captain as Ishan went off briefly. He brought in Shami for a quick burst before the break, and the veteran Indian seamer duly gave the reward back when he dismissed Ravichandran. Shami nicked the Karnataka batter behind on his drive outside the off-stump. The edge was not picked by the umpire, but Kushagra insisted on a review to Sooryavanshi and they got the big wicket after the ultra edge confirmed a spike. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi helped his team with another wicket later. With Mukesh and Mohammed Shami doing the damage, South were 174/4 as minutes remained on the clock before tea. The 15-year-old was standing in as captain as Ishan went off briefly. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories East had earlier made 708 on the back of a stellar 270 from Ishan. Kumar Kushagra (101), Shikhar Mohan (85) and Abhimanyu Easwaran (72) also put up strong knocks. Article Source: IANS
Record-breaking Smriti Mandhana climbs T20I rankings
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Leus Du Plooy To Miss Remainder Of Season For Middlesex Due To Administrative Blunder
Metro Bank One: Middlesex will be without their captain Leus du Plooy for the remainder of the season due to an administrative blunder as the club did not register him as an overseas player before the deadline. Du Plooy is a South African-born batter who has played in county cricket for several years as a local player, as he has a passport of Hungary and had expressed his wish to play for England at the international stage. However, the 31-year-old had recently confirmed his desire to play for South Africa, which made his stay with Middlesex only possible as an overseas player. The club had an overseas player slot available in their squad, but were unaware of the clause and missed the deadline for registering him as an overseas player. This will now see the left-handed batter miss the remainder of the season, including the Metro Bank One-Day Final next week for Middlesex. The final will take place on September 20 and will be Middlesex's first List A final since 1990. The club said that they were in talks with the ECB and the Professional Cricketers' Association for the batter's status, but he was not picked in the team that is facing Durham in their County Division Two clash this week. Max Holden is leading the side in his absence. The club released a statement on Tuesday morning regarding the error. Middlesex Cricket can confirm that captain Leus du Plooy will be unable to play for the club for the remainder of the 2026 season following clarification of his playing registration status under ECB regulations, the club wrote. The club said that they were in talks with the ECB and the Professional Cricketers' Association for the batter's status, but he was not picked in the team that is facing Durham in their County Division Two clash this week. Max Holden is leading the side in his absence. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories As a result, Leus is required to be registered as an overseas player in order to continue playing for Middlesex. The deadline for the registration of overseas players for the 2026 season was Sunday, 6 September, meaning that it is now not possible for the club to register Leus and select him for the remainder of the season. Article Source: IANS
Warner takes charge as Ponting buys Australia team
David Warner has been appointed captain of the Australia Champions team for the third season of the World Championship of Legends. The team is now owned by cricket legend Ricky Ponting and Puneet Singh, who have also unveiled a new team identity. Warner expressed excitement about playing alongside greats, while Ponting and Singh highlighted the leadership and experience Warner brings.
Afghanistan Announce ODI Tri-Series With Bangladesh, Zimbabwe in UAE: Check Schedule, Venue, Dates
Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe are set to battle it out in an ODI tri-series in the United Arab Emirates from October 17 to 23, according to the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). The four-match tournament will consist of three league matches and
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Afghanistan To Host Bangladesh, Zimbabwe For Multi-Format Series In UAE
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Deepti rises to No. 6 on T20I bowling rankings
N Shree Charani continues to lead the T20I bowling table; Charlie Dean and Amy Hunter make big moves on the ODI rankings
Deepti Rises To Sixth, Charani No. 1 In T20I Bowling Rankings
Charani No: India all-rounder Deepti Sharma has been rewarded for her impressive recent form at the Asia Cup 2026 with a two-place rise to sixth in the latest Womens T20I bowling rankings, while teammate Sree Charani retains the top spot. Deepti has been in excellent form at the ongoing Asia Cup, taking eight wickets in three matches and playing a key role in Indias progress to the semi-finals of the tournament. Her strong performances have helped the right-arm spinner climb two places to sixth in the updated T20I bowler rankings. Sree Charani remains the No. 1-ranked bowler, ensuring India continues to occupy the top two positions among the leading performers. Deepti first reached the top ranking in December last year and now sits within 60 rating points of Charani. The only bowlers between the two Indian stars are Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Nonkululeko Mlaba, and Lauren Bell. Several players also achieved notable improvements in the recent T20I bowling rankings after delivering impressive performances at the Asia Cup. Bangladeshs Marufa Akter made a significant leap, ascending 19 places to rank 18th. Chamari Athapaththu moved up five positions to tie for 28th, and Sultana Khatun advanced nine spots to share the 37th position. Thailands Thipatcha Putthawong advanced four places to 47th, and teammate Suleeporn Laomi rose 10 spots to 53rd in the T20I bowling rankings. Bangladesh's batters also improved as Sobhana Mostary rose three places to 36th, and Dilara Akter jumped five spots to 62nd among T20I batters. There was considerable movement in the latest ODI rankings after Englands home series against Ireland concluded. Bangladesh's batters also improved as Sobhana Mostary rose three places to 36th, and Dilara Akter jumped five spots to 62nd among T20I batters. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Ireland youngster Amy Hunter was the biggest winner among ODI batters, moving up nine places to 11th. Englands Maia Bouchier climbed 13 spots to 42nd, while Sophia Dunkley made an even bigger jump of 26 places to reach 43rd. Article Source: IANS
Afghanistan set to host Zimbabwe and Bangladesh in ODI tri-series; Check details
Afghanistan is all set to take on Zimbabwe and Bangladesh in an ODI tri-series. The ACB (Afghanistan Cricket Board) came forward and announced the series that will be played in the UAE from October 17 to 23. It is interesting to note that the tri-series will act as a precursor to the three T20Is and two Tests that Afghanistan will play against Zimbabwe in the UAE as well.
Ishan Kishan Reveals How Jharkhand Captaincy Stint Helped Him Grow In His Career
Ishan Kishan on Monday said taking up Jharkhand's captaincy role in 2024 helped him grow as a person, as a cricketer and as a leader of men, keeping him away from his wild child days.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Convinces Ishan Kishan To Use DRS, Shows Why He Was Made Vice-Captain. Watch
Showing his astute observation of the game in the final, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi proved why he was made the East Zone's vice-captain in the Duleep Trophy 2026-27 campaign.
India vs Afghanistan: Where to watch T20I series
Sony Sports Network has secured exclusive television broadcast rights for the upcoming three-match T20I series between India and Afghanistan, scheduled from September 13 to 17 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The series will feature India led by Shreyas Iyer and Afghanistan led by Ibrahim Zadran, with both teams showcasing aggressive T20 cricket. This acquisition strengthens Sony's sports portfolio and offers a platform for Afghanistan to demonstrate its talent against a top-tier team.
'My Best Game Comes Under Pressure': Ishan On Record-breaking 270 In Duleep Trophy Final
Duleep Trophy Final: India batter and East Zone captain Ishan Kishan believes the pressure of big matches brings out the best in him, as he reflected on his monumental 270 in the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Kishan produced one of the finest knocks in Duleep Trophy history, smashing 270 off 334 balls with 30 fours and seven sixes to help East Zone post a mammoth 708 in their first innings. His knock is the eighth-highest individual score in the history of the competition. Speaking in a BCCI video ahead of the start of Day 3, Kishan said he thrives in situations where the stakes are high and pressure is mounting. I think when its a big match, theres a kind of pressure. And I feel that in that pressure, my best game comes, because when youre batting, youre a little nervous, but at the same time, youre aggressive too. Youre watching; if you get the ball, youll hit it. So I think its a very good mixture of calm and being aggressive. So it works a lot for me when there are such stages, where either the wickets have fallen early. Whenever Im in such situations, I enjoy it a lot, Kishan said. Kishans approach during the marathon innings was built around patience and playing according to the situation rather than chasing personal milestones. He said he constantly broke the teams target into smaller goals while batting. Rather than thinking about your own batting, you have your team goal. What will benefit the team? So when you move forward according to that, your batting becomes very good. If the total has reached 400 now, lets do 450 first. Then lets do 450 to 500. So, you know, this is a process that you go through, Kishan said. The left-hander also explained how he dealt with the challenging conditions and a softening ball at Chepauk, where the large boundaries demanded considerable effort from the batters. Its very difficult. You have to put in a lot of effort to hit shots. The boundary on one side was very big. The ball was getting soft in between. So you had to put in a lot of effort for the boundary, Kishan said. Kishan also revealed how he adjusted his technique against Mohammad Siraj, particularly when the pacer attempted to unsettle him with short deliveries. When Siraj was putting in, I was batting more bent down. It wasnt to tackle the bouncer. But it was to avoid throwing the wicket. If I go to hit it and get out somewhere, he said. Kishan initially shared a major partnership with Kumar Kushagra, who scored 101 off 132 balls, before continuing his assault against a tiring South Zone attack. Kushagras dismissal for 101 came shortly before lunch, but Kishan continued to dominate, reaching his double century off 270 balls. He then accelerated further and moved beyond 250 before briefly retiring due to fatigue. He returned to the crease after Mohammed Shamis quickfire 28 and attempted to push towards a rare triple century. However, with wickets falling at the other end, Kishan was eventually caught near the long-on boundary for 270, leaving him 30 runs short of the landmark. Reflecting on the innings, Kishan said the quality of his strokeplay gave him confidence throughout the long stay at the crease. He returned to the crease after Mohammed Shamis quickfire 28 and attempted to push towards a rare triple century. However, with wickets falling at the other end, Kishan was eventually caught near the long-on boundary for 270, leaving him 30 runs short of the landmark. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories East Zones mammoth total has also put them in a commanding position in the final, with South Zone facing a daunting task against the side led by their inspirational captain. Article Source: IANS
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'This can unlock new areas and benefits': Cummins, Molinuex back BBL privatisation plan
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi: Japan have named the same squad that will be playing in the Asian Games for their one-off historic T20I against India on September 22 in Tochigi Prefecture. Two-time reigning world champions, India, will face Japan for the first time in international cricket to inaugurate celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming, Japan's most prolific run-scorer in T20Is, will be leading the squad as spin-bowling allrounder Jake Kusuda-Nairn earned a maiden call-up despite not having played before. The squad is the same as the group picked for their home Asian Games campaign, which begins two days later in Nagoya, the ICC said in a statement. As part of their Asian Games preparation, the side have opted not to include players who are eligible to play T20Is under ICC regulations but ineligible under Asian Games rules, it added. Apart from their skipper, Ibrahim Takahashi and Declan Suzuki-McComb are the other two players who have played in more than 50 T20Is. Tsuyoshi Takada, who first played for Japan at the ICC East Asia-Pacific Twenty20 Championship in 2013, has also made a return. The match, dubbed the Suzuki Cup, is scheduled to be played at the Sano International Cricket Ground. The fixture serves as the flagship event launching 'Sport 75', a broader bilateral initiative originating from a summit agreement between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi designed to foster sporting exchanges and cooperation. The BCCI is delighted to be part of this historic occasion as the Indian and Japanese men's teams come together for a special T20 International in Japan. This is a significant moment for cricket, as it takes the Indian team to new territory and provides an opportunity to introduce the sport to a wider audience in Japan and East Asia, Devajit Saikia, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, said in a statement on Friday. India and Japan share a strong and longstanding relationship and friendship, and we are pleased that cricket will be part of the celebrations marking 75 years of bilateral relations between the two countries, and we thank the Japan Cricket Association (JCA) for its efforts in making this fixture possible, he added. The BCCI is delighted to be part of this historic occasion as the Indian and Japanese men's teams come together for a special T20 International in Japan. This is a significant moment for cricket, as it takes the Indian team to new territory and provides an opportunity to introduce the sport to a wider audience in Japan and East Asia, Devajit Saikia, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, said in a statement on Friday. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming (capt), Charlie Hara-Hinze, Benjamin Ito-Davis, Alester Kadowaki-Fleming, Kohei Kubota, Jake Kusuda-Nairn, Wataru Miyauchi (wk), Reo Sakurano-Thomas, Alex Shirai-Patmore (wk), Shoma Sugaya-Slater, Declan Suzuki-McComb, Tsuyoshi Takada, Ibrahim Takahashi, Makoto Taniyama, Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake Article Source: IANS
