Duckett's ton ends England's long wait for a win
Ben Duckett's career-best 167 and Liam Dawson's 4-49 helped England secure a 55-run victory over Sri Lanka in their tri-series clash, marking their first ODI win in Pakistan since 2005.
Andhras bold move fails as Chhattisgarh triumphs
Andhras bold move fails as Chhattisgarh triumphs
Rohit or Tilak? MI face big captaincy call for IPL 2027
Mumbai Indians face a crucial decision regarding their captain for the upcoming IPL season, weighing options between veteran Rohit Sharma and young Tilak Varma, amidst a coaching staff overhaul and potential trade of Hardik Pandya.
When Tanisha Singh: When Tanisha Singh walked out to open the batting for Delhi against Hyderabad in their Senior Womens T20 Trophy clash at the MCA Ground 2 in Pune, she had a feeling that didnt have an immediate explanation. Something inside the right-handed batter told her Thursday was going to be her day. That feeling turned out to be correct when Tanisha smashed 119 off 47 balls, including reaching her hundred in 38 deliveries, and powered Delhi to 262/6, the highest total ever recorded by a womens team in domestic T20 cricket. Tanishas 38-ball century is now the joint third-fastest in womens T20 cricket. Only Kiran Navgire, who reached three figures in 34 balls for Maharashtra against Punjab, and Sophie Devine, with a 36-ball hundred for Wellington against Otago, have been quicker. Tanisha now shares the mark with West Indies batter Deandra Dottin, who hit a 38-ball hundred against South Africa in 2010. Today I just thought that I have to bat with good intent, play aggressively and dominate. I will score well as I could feel that intuition. I was just looking at the ball and hitting it everywhere, Tanisha told IANS in an exclusive conversation from Pune after the game ended. The intent was clear from the first two balls of the innings, both of which she hit for four off S. Yashasri, and it never wavered. Delhi lost Vanshika Lila in the second over, but that did little to slow Tanisha down. With India batter Priya Punia at the other end, she added 160 runs for the second wicket off just 66 balls. I honestly didnt think that I would hit so many runs. I was trying to attack the ball as much as I could, trying to be one step ahead of the bowler, and was trying to play wherever the ball came. My aim was to try and play with the field so that the bowler gets under pressure, she added. Strikingly, the two barely exchanged a word during the stand. With Priya di, the thing is that we dont talk much. She was playing silently in her zone. I was also in such a zone that I wasnt talking much, keeping my head down and quietly playing my shots. She was also thinking where the bowler would put the ball and where she could hit it for a boundary. We didnt talk at all in the partnership. She was also playing attacking cricket, and I was also attacking from the other end, she added. Words were not needed. Fist bumps and bat touches did the talking, and Priya, she said, had to remind her to acknowledge the dugout when she reached fifty. I just wanted to take a strike and keep playing, said Tanisha. Though Priya fell for 59 off 28 balls, Shweta Sehrawat then smashed 26 off eight deliveries, including three sixes, to take Delhi past 200. But Tanisha was bowled by G Trisha in the 15th over with the score reading 230/4. By then, she had hit 25 fours and a six in her magnificent knock. In all, 106 of her runs came from boundaries. Delhi lost their way slightly at the death, but cameos from Nazma Khan and Deeksha Sharma, and 15 from captain Soni Yadav, carried them to the record score. The previous best score was Goas 257/2 against Arunachal Pradesh in 2019/20. The aggression, Tanisha said, was all planned. Its because the T20 game is like that now. Even for batting, we had already planned that we need 50 runs in 6 overs, but twice that was happening (Delhi got 93/1 in the powerplay). Whichever batter was coming, we all were talking about just one thing: that we have to attack and play aggressively and dominate. Hyderabad never got close. Trisha made 80 off 52 balls, and captain Pranavi Chandra was the only other batter to pass 20, as they finished on 154/8 and lost by 108 runs. It was only after the match was over that Tanisha learnt about the record now in Delhis name. When our match was over, the match referee (Niyati Koustubh Lokur) told us that the record was made. I guess it feels really good when it is unexpected. I felt that this was Gods plan. Delhis total sits 11th on the all-time list of womens T20 scores -- the ten above it all came in internationals, led by Argentinas 427/1 and 333/1 against Chile in 2023/24. It was also Tanishas first T20 hundred, and came after she bagged a duck. Tanisha insists she has learnt to take both the duck and the hundred in stride. This was my first T20 hundred, but even after hitting it, I felt normal. I got out for zero before this game, and even then my reaction was normal. Obviously, there is an expectation from yourself that you have to do it. In the second match also, there was such an expectation that I had to do it, and I just played normally. In spite of there being so much excitement that you have to get runs, while playing I have normalised that these scores of zero and hundred, ups and downs will continue. Records are meant to be broken. If someone plays better than me, she will also make a record, and then I will also try to keep making records in future, she said. The innings followed a productive year. Tanisha toured England with India A in July, and made a fifty in the third one-dayer. She was the third-highest run-scorer in the 2026 Delhi Premier League with 206 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 117.05 for finalists South Delhi Superstars. Against Australia A in September, she scored 120 runs in three one-dayers, including a fifty in the chase of 363, and 92 in the only unofficial Test. I would like to give credit to my coach, Dishant Yagnik (the current fielding coach at the BCCI CoE in Bengaluru). He has given a lot of attention to my skills and helped me a lot. I practice in Delhi at RPCA with Surjeet Sir and Ajay Verma Sir. They help me with my skills and make me practice a lot. So credit goes to them, she said. She also pointed to her time with India A, which gave her a big learning curve. In India A, the environment around us is such that I got to learn a lot from the seniors - they live in discipline and routine. Because of my India A stint, I am able to see improvements in myself. I am able to walk into my routine; my body is active, and I am energetic. Its because I have seen that in India A, when we step up, you see the seniors who are already playing. Watching and observing them carefully, how they are doing so that they are able to sustain and play. I have also seen that they are disciplined. So, I would like to see that - the role of discipline is exactly what is giving me results. The record day came less than 24 hours after the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction in Kochi, where Tanisha found no takers. I guess its been 3-4 years - I am trying via WPL trials, and when it doesnt happen, obviously, it feels bad. But the atmosphere around you and the positive people you have, because of them, it feels like your mind changes. I would really give the credit to my close friends, our physios, my coaches, and my parents. When the WPL auction happened, I wasnt answering my parents or close friends calls. But then I talked to my physio, Surya ma'am. She was understanding and said that everything will be fine. Even if I talk to someone, if they are low, then I tell them myself that everything will be fine. When I get the reply that everything will be fine, then I also say that yes, everything will be fine. Bhagwan ji dekh rahe hai. Unhone India A di aur wahi main India denge (God is watching. He has given India A, and he will give India main). My main aim is not WPL; it is to play for India. All of this uplifted my mood, and I stayed normal. Then the next day, it was magic - I didnt know how that happened. As in, I still feel that I dont know how that day passed, she said. For now, on Tanishas list is a domestic title to chase. Delhi won the senior womens one-day trophy last year but have not won the T20 equivalent of it. I guess our Delhi players are very skilful. We are very good in bowling, batting, and fielding. We play together, and with unity. My main aim is not WPL; it is to play for India. All of this uplifted my mood, and I stayed normal. Then the next day, it was magic - I didnt know how that happened. As in, I still feel that I dont know how that day passed, she said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Manish Pandey included in the probables for Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Ranji Trophy: Bengal completes a resounding win as Kerala capitulates
Klinger happy with Giants purchases at WPL mini auction
When he was picked for the New Zealand tour, it was Bhuvneshwar Kumar's first call-up in almost four years
Bhut's 8-wicket haul powers Saurashtra to dominant Ranji win
Saurashtra secured an innings-and-12-run victory over Assam in the Ranji Trophy, propelled by Parth Bhut's exceptional eight-wicket haul. Karnataka also registered a massive innings-and-116-run win against Tripura, with Shreyas Gopal taking five wickets. Other matches saw Punjab draw with Hyderabad and Chhattisgarh beat Andhra.
Zimbabwe hand Tsiga and Masakesa debuts and bowl against Afghanistan
Afghanistan left out Farooqi and Noor to bring in Fareed and Abdollah Ahmadzai
Kotian serves another reminder to the national selectors
The off-spinner comes up with his career-best career-best figures in Mumbais emphatic 10-wicket win over Haryana
Jhulan explains how MI won big with the smallest purse
Mumbai Indians successfully secured 95-97% of their targeted players in the Women's Premier League auction despite having the lowest purse, a feat attributed to their strong scouting network. Bowling coach Jhulan Goswami highlighted the team's strategic planning and satisfaction with their squad, despite missing out on a key target like Kiran Navgire.
Saif Zaib Leaves Northamptonshire, Set To Join Hampshire
County Championship Division Two: Batting all-rounder Saif Zaib has confirmed that he will be leaving Northamptonshire after a 13-year tenure with the club despite having a year left in his contract, Northamptonshire informed through a statement on Thursday. Zaib, who made his List A debut with Northants in 2014, has made over 200 appearances for the club. He informed the club of the decision to leave after the 2026 season. The 28-year-old had informed the club at the end of the season that he did not see his future career at Northamptonshire and, despite discussions to reverse that decision, he will now leave the club, Northamptonshire confirmed in a statement. Zaib reflected on his time with Northants, calling it an honour to play for them. Its been a real honour to represent Northamptonshire CCC, Zaib said as quoted by Northamptonshire. Especially as the club has been such a big part of my life for so long. Ill always be grateful for the memories, friendships and experiences Ive had along the way. To the supporters, thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love and support youve shown me over the years. Its meant so much to me, and sharing those special moments with you is something Ill always treasure, he added. Meanwhile, a report in Cricinfo stated that the batting all-rounder is set to join Hampshire as they look to earn their promotion back to Division One after having been relegated this season. They have already signed Rishi Patel and Fynn Hudson-Prentice from Leicestershire and Sussex respectively and look to bolster their squad after James Vince and Liam Dawson's red-ball retirements. The 28-year-old Zaib was the leading run-scorer in the County Championship Division Two in 2025, where he scored 1425 runs in 14 matches at an average of 64.77. He smashed six centuries and seven half-centuries in the 23 innings last season. They have already signed Rishi Patel and Fynn Hudson-Prentice from Leicestershire and Sussex respectively and look to bolster their squad after James Vince and Liam Dawson's red-ball retirements. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Rigorous training routine works wonders for Badoni
The Delhi captain notches up a second double hundred on the trot in the drawn encounter against Jharkhand; he says the dream is to play for India
Ranji Trophy: Kotian, Bhut grab eight-fors as Mumbai, Saurashtra register big wins
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Tanush Kotian and Parth Bhut both claimed eight-wicket hauls on the final day of the latest round of Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday. Kotians effort set up Mumbais 10-wicket rout of Haryana, while Bhut bowled Saurashtra to victory over Assam by an innings and 12 runs. At the BKC Ground in Mumbai, off-spinner Kotian finished with 8-81. He had taken the first wicket of Haryanas second innings on day three and added seven more on the final day. Kotian removed overnight batters Himanshu Rana (46) and Nishant Sindhu (44), and later ended a lower-order fightback led by Samant Jakhar. Mumbai needed only 97 runs for victory, and they knocked off the runs in under 11 overs. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who scored a hundred in the first innings, smashed an unbeaten 67 off 39 balls. At the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, Player of the Match Bhut, who had six wickets by stumps on day three, was even more destructive, finishing with 8-17 in 18 overs and had a match haul of ten wickets as Saurashtra wrapped up a bonus-point win. Ravindra Jadeja, who will be a part of Indias Test series against New Zealand next month, took 2-58 wickets in 22 overs, including 4 maidens. Bengal crushed Kerala by 287 runs in Thiruvananthapuram, with Pradipta Pramanik taking 6-51. Pramanik had claimed all four Kerala wickets that fell on day three and added two more on the final morning as the hosts were bowled out for 120. Captain Shreyas Gopals 5-36 bowled Karnataka to an innings-and-116-run win over Tripura in Mysuru, with the visitors dismissed for 180 in their second innings. Vidarbha thrashed Goa by an innings and 27 runs in Nagpur, with Harsh Dubey taking 4-38. He struck twice in quick succession to remove Manthan Khutkar, who top-scored with 70, and Yash Kasvankar, before taking wickets off consecutive deliveries to bowl Goa out for 195. Several matches ended in draws. In Vadodara, Abdul Samads 143 off 152 balls, which included 16 fours and seven sixes, and Sahil Lotras unbeaten 96 rescued defending champions Jammu and Kashmir against Baroda. The pair added 225 runs after J&K had slumped to 53/4 after being made to follow-on. In Pune, Gujarat declared their second innings on 446/5 against Maharashtra after Aarya Desai hit 151, followed by an unbeaten 119 from Jaymeet Patel and 96 from Urvil Patel, but the hosts held on for a draw. The Punjab and Hyderabad match ended in a draw at tea on the final day in Secunderabad, after half-centuries from Vihaan Malhotra, Prabhsimran Singh (68 off 76 balls) and visiting captain Uday Saharan (55 not out off 106 balls). Akash Vasisht struck an unbeaten 126 as Himachal Pradesh replied with 559/6 to Chandigarhs 685/5 declared in a high-scoring draw. Puducherry secured a draw against Uttar Pradesh by taking the first-innings lead, despite Kartik Yadavs 6-42.
The Supreme Court: The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its order on the restrictions on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR during Diwali, observing that repeated judicial directions had failed to ensure compliance and calling for innovative measures to tackle air pollution. A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and Prasanna B. Varale said that the issue required intervention at a higher level, stating that orders were issued every year but violations continued to outnumber compliance. Every year, we pass orders on the issue. For us, it has now become an academic exercise. Our orders are violated more often than they are followed, the Justice Sundresh-led Bench observed, stressing the need to explore new approaches instead of relying solely on restrictions. During the hearing, the apex court suggested involving prominent public figures, particularly sportspersons, to raise awareness about the harmful effects of firecrackers and encourage people to celebrate Diwali responsibly. Why can't you use the services of prominent personalities to make the public aware, like the sportsmen, or the public figures who are highly respected, from any walk of life? the top court asked. Referring to Indian cricketer Virat Kohli as an example, the Justice Sundresh-led Bench suggested that celebrated personalities could be requested to appeal to people to celebrate the festival in a manner that protects public health and the environment. It also stressed the need to sensitise children and the younger generation, suggesting that educational institutions be involved in spreading awareness about pollution and its consequences. The Supreme Court observed that a complete ban on firecrackers might not be the appropriate course, cautioning that an excessively harsh approach could have wider repercussions. It reiterated the need for a balanced approach that respects the festive spirit while safeguarding public health. It further underlined that enforcement would be crucial, warning that judicial directions would become a mockery if the authorities failed to implement them on the ground. The apex court asked the Union government to file an affidavit detailing the steps taken to enforce the restrictions. The matter concerns the restrictions on the sale and use of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR, where the Supreme Court has repeatedly intervened over concerns about deteriorating air quality during the festive season. Last year, the apex court had permitted the limited sale and use of green crackers in Delhi-NCR on a test basis, subject to stringent safeguards. A Bench of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai (now retired) and Justice K. Vinod Chandran had allowed the sale of approved green crackers from October 18 to October 20, 2025, while restricting their use to specified morning and evening hours on the day before Diwali and on the festival day. The apex court had directed that only licensed traders sell approved products bearing QR codes and prohibited online sales of firecrackers. It had also ordered monitoring of air, water and soil quality to assess the impact of the limited relaxation. --IANS The apex court had directed that only licensed traders sell approved products bearing QR codes and prohibited online sales of firecrackers. It had also ordered monitoring of air, water and soil quality to assess the impact of the limited relaxation. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Tanush Kotian reveals how Lyon and Jadeja helped his game
Mumbai all-rounder Tanush Kotian achieved his career-best first-class figures of 8/81 in the Ranji Trophy, attributing his success to lessons learned from experiences with Australian great Nathan Lyon and Indian star Ravindra Jadeja during tours and as a net bowler. He also discussed the challenges of bowling with the Kookaburra ball and his continuous efforts to improve his variations and accuracy.
Pretty satisfied to contribute to the win: Shahbaz
Sophie Molineux Can Be Our Trump Card In WPL 2027, Says UPW Scouting Head Neetu David
Sophie Molineux: Neetu David, UP Warriorzs Head of Scouting and Talent Identification, said the franchise landed the players it had planned for at the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction without much of a fight, adding that Australia captain Sophie Molineux could prove to be the sides trump card. UPW were the busiest franchise at the auction in Kochi on Wednesday and signed eight players, with Sophie the most expensive buy at Rs 1.10 crore. We got the players we had planned for very easily, and we still had some money in our pockets. It was a good experience as we got the players we wanted. We did not have to fight a lot for the players we had planned for. I hope that we will do well in the WPL, Neetu said in a video posted by the tournament on its social media accounts on Thursday. The former national selector further said UPW had the funds to go after Molineux, despite knowing that several teams would be interested in her. Everyone knows that she is a very good player. She is leading Australia at the current time. Everyone was going to go for her. But we had money in our pocket, so we took her. I hope that she will be a trump card for our team. It is good that we have experienced players and young blood. It is a good combination for us, she said. She also backed India all-rounder Sneh Rana, signed for Rs 30 lakh, to contribute to the side. Sneh Rana is an all-rounder. She is playing cricket very well. She will give us a lot of benefits. It depends on the situation. It is good that our combination is good. This was Neetus first auction as part of a franchises support staff, and she expressed delight in working for the team from her home state. I am very happy that the UP Warriorz chose me because I am also from Uttar Pradesh and they approached me. I am so happy that I have got my home team. I am very happy that I am attending the auction for the first time as a support staff member, but I am so happy, she added. The former India left-arm spinner also said her work with the franchise was much the same as her role as a national selector. The one big difference, she said, was that she now gets to follow cricket overseas as well. There is not much difference because I have already been a national selector. My work was the same there as well as here. The only difference is that the name has changed, so nothing else (has changed). The former India left-arm spinner also said her work with the franchise was much the same as her role as a national selector. The one big difference, she said, was that she now gets to follow cricket overseas as well. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ranji Trophy: Kotians career-best show fashions Mumbais thumping win
The offie claims eight for 81 to bowl out Haryana for 256; openers Saxena and Raghuvanshi overhaul the target of 97 inside 11 overs as the home team registers a bonus point victory for the third straight game
Pradipta's 10-wicket haul powers Bengal to big Ranji win
Bengal secured a dominant 287-run victory over Kerala in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, largely due to spinner Pradipta Pramanik's maiden 10-wicket match haul and Shahbaz Ahmed's exceptional all-round performance. This win solidified Bengal's top position in the group. Other Ranji matches saw Maharashtra secure three points against Gujarat, while Delhi vs Jharkhand and Odisha vs Services ended in draws due to rain.
Harsh Dubey Shines As Vidarbha Beat Goa By Innings And 27 Runs
Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey claimed four wickets as Vidarbha bowled out Goa for 195 in their second innings to register an innings and 27-run victory on the final day of their Ranji Trophy Group A match on Thursday.
Lanning and Sutherland power Melbourne Stars to opening win
Defending champions Hobart Hurricanes fell to defeat in their first game of the season
Inglis Ton Gives Australia Strong Lead in Durban Test
Josh Inglis scored a career-best 102, helping Australia build an 82-run lead over South Africa by lunch on day three of the decisive third Test at Newlands, with the series currently level at 1-1.
3rd Test: Australia Lead By 100 After Josh Inglis Century
Josh Inglis completed his century before Australia were bowled out for 429 a first innings lead of 100 on the third day of the third Test against South Africa at Newlands on Thursday. Australia lost six wickets and added 100 runs after resuming on 330 for four. Inglis made 102 in his second Test century, the score he made on debut against Sri Lanka two seasons ago. He shared a partnership of 185 for the fifth wicket with Alex Carey (80), with the pair adding 40 runs to the overnight total. Inglis reached his century off 132 balls when he reverse-swept off-spinner Simon Harmer for four but he was caught behind off the same bowler three balls later. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Carey was caught at slip off Harmer four overs later.
Ranji Trophy: Punjab emerges with better returns from drawn encounter
Prahbhsimran and Saharan notch up half-centuries in the second essay; visitors pick up three points for taking the first innings honours while host Hyderabad has to rest content with one
Gill Wears 'Temple' For Training
Shubman Gill has been spotted wearing 'Temple', an innovative health-tech wearable designed to offer elite athletes deep insights into stress, recovery and performance by tracking cerebral blood flow.
Duckett's Best Lifts England To 386-5 In Sri Lanka Dead Rubber
Opener Ben Duckett smashed his highest score in one-day internationals to propel England to 386-5 in their dead rubber game against Sri Lanka in Lahore on Thursday. The 32-year-old cracked 167 runs in 132 balls that included 24 boundaries to anchor the innings along with Tom Banton's 74 runs after England were put in to bat at a batting-friendly Gaddafi Stadium pitch. England are already out of Saturday's final after losing all their three games, failing to defend a 430-run target against Sri Lanka and conceding 89 runs for the last wicket to Pakistan. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will contest the final in Lahore. Duckett, whose previous highest was 165 against Australia in the Champions Trophy at the same venue last year, put on 163 for the opening wicket with Banton. Banton's 75-ball knock had two sixes and eight boundaries. Duckett added another rapid 107 off just 75 balls for the second wicket with Harry Brook, with skipper Brook hitting two sixes and three fours in his 34-ball 44. Duckett finally fell to a miscued scoop off Eshan Malinga in the 42nd over. Jordan Cox, with 43 runs, Will Jacks' 30 and Sam Curran, who was 21 not out, helped England add 92 runs in the last ten overs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Pacer Asitha Fernando chipped in with 2-63 but fellow pacer Malinga's only wicket cost 101 runs.
Josh Inglis Creates History, Becomes First Australian To Achieve Rare Milestone
Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis etched his name into the history books with a second Test century during the third Test match against South Africa at Newlands on Thursday.
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka gets campaign back on track with an innings victory
Leggie Shreyas returns a five-wicket haul after seamers Vyshak and Manvanth strike early on the final day; Tripura gets bundled out for 180 shortly after lunch
Catch Them Young Was The Mantra Of WPL 2027 Auction, Says BCCI President Manhas
BCCI President Mithun Manhas: BCCI President Mithun Manhas said on Thursday that the signing of two teenagers, Uma Kashvi and Samaira Raghav in the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction reflected a catch them young approach. Delhi Capitals signed uncapped all-rounder Kashvi, who plays for Karnataka in domestic cricket, for Rs 10 lakh at the auction in Kochi on Wednesday, making her the youngest player to be picked for playing in the competition. Meanwhile, Gujarat Giants picked up 16-year-old all-rounder Samaira Raghav, who features for Delhi in the domestic cricket circuit, for the same amount. The 2027 WPL season will be played from January 14 to February 7. Well, its heartening to see. The WPL has come a long way since its inception in 2023, and the icing on the cake was the 15-year-old Uma (Kashvi) getting picked. I think its a record-breaking thing for WPL and fantastic. I couldnt have asked for anything more. Then theres another girl whos just 16 (Samaira Raghav) who got picked as well. So I think the mantra for this auction was to catch them young, Manhas said in a video posted on the WPLs social media handles. Around 150 players were in the auction pool, and Manhas said the players vying for the limited number of slots showed how competitive womens cricket had become in the country since the WPL started. You see, there is a high level of competition as well now. We had a pool of about 150-odd players, and we just had 27 slots. So that shows how competitive it has become, and I guess from here on, its a matter of time. I hope the players continue to grow, learn and evolve from such competitions and that will help Indian cricket grow in the long run. Around 150 players were in the auction pool, and Manhas said the players vying for the limited number of slots showed how competitive womens cricket had become in the country since the WPL started. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Jomel Warrican's Five-Wicket Haul Leads West Indies Fightback In Bangladesh Test
West Indies spinner Jomel Warrican took five wickets to bowl Bangladesh out for 272 before the visitors reached 134-4 on the second day of the opening Test on Thursday. The West Indies trail by 138 runs at stumps, with Tagenarine Chanderpaul batting on 43 and Justin Greaves on 15 when bad light ended play early in Mirpur. Warrican, a left-arm spinner who struck twice on day one, returned figures of 5-53, his fourth five-wicket haul in Test cricket. Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam, who resumed on 99 not out, reached his third Test century on the second morning but fell for 105 as Bangladesh lost their remaining seven wickets for 51 runs. We should have done better, said Shadman. If our top-order batters had converted their scores into bigger innings of 150, 170 or even 200, the team total could have reached 450 or 500. The hosts resumed on 213-3 and Shadman reached his hundred with a flick off debutant left-arm spinner Joshua Bishop on the second ball of the day. But Bishop trapped him lbw in his next over to trigger a collapse. Towhid Hridoy, who had retired hurt on 42 on the opening day due to cramps, returned to bat but was bowled by Bishop without adding to his overnight score. Litton Das attempted to rebuild the innings with the lower-order and remained unbeaten on 34, but Warrican and fast bowler Shamar Joseph dismantled the tail with Bangladesh all out before lunch. Bishop and Joseph took two wickets each to support Warrican's heroics. West Indies made an aggressive start in reply, with openers John Campbell and Brandon King taking on the Bangladesh fast bowlers. Hasan Mahmud broke through when King edged out for 15, leaving the visitors at 29-1. Campbell continued to attack, reaching his half-century off 61 balls to take West Indies to 89-1 at tea. The visitors resumed after a rain interruption of around an hour, but Bangladesh struck soon after play restarted. Mehidy Hasan Miraz removed Campbell for 54 with a sharply turning off-break that took the outside edge and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto held a diving catch to his left. The ball was a little bit darker and we had momentum going before the rain break, said Campbell. I think that (rain) allowed them to regroup and they were hitting better areas. Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam then struck twice in the 36th over, dismissing Kavem Hodge (7) and Amir Jangoo, for a duck, to reduce the opposition to 97-4. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Chanderpaul and Greaves helped West Indies recover before bad light brought an early end to the day's play.
Saif Zaib to join Hampshire after Northamptonshire exit
Batter will form an important part of Hampshire's plans as they eye promotion to Division One following their relegation this season
Is SKY Next Mumbai Indians Captain?
'Rohit Sharma won't be among consideration because he isn't going to be their long-term future.'
India Lose 1-2 To Afghanistan In FIFA U15 World Cup QF
FIFA U15 World Cup QF: India suffered a 1-2 defeat to Afghanistan in the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival Azerbaijan 2026 quarter-final for positions 81 to 88 at the Hovsan Competition Complex Pitch 1A in Baku on Thursday. Despite creating early chances, India fell behind to goals from Mohammad Mustafa (15th minute) and Shahzada Sultani (27th). Nibas Meetei Wahengbam pulled one back in the second half, but India could not find an equaliser. India started on the front foot and came close to scoring in the sixth minute. R Lalremruatfelas low cross from the left was spilled by the Afghanistan goalkeeper, but Victor Lalawmpuia failed to react in time. The loose ball subsequently reached Lalremruatfela, whose left-footed attempt forced the goalkeeper into a diving save. Three minutes later, Nibas played a through ball towards Lalawmpuia, but the Afghanistan goalkeeper came off his line to collect before the Indian forward could get to it. Afghanistan, however, broke the deadlock against the run of play. Sultani delivered a cross from the left, and Mustafa escaped the marking of Birjit Singh Amom before connecting with a right-footed volley to give his side the lead. Indias task became more difficult in the 27th minute following a defensive error. Pressed by Khair Mohammad Nazari, Nara Meitei Loushambam misplaced a pass that Sultani intercepted. The Afghanistan forward then worked his way past the Indian defenders before unleashing a powerful shot into the roof of the net at the near post. India looked to respond through counterattacks but struggled to convert their corners and set-piece opportunities. Their persistence paid off in the 37th minute when Lalremruatfela controlled a long ball inside the box and laid it off for Nibas, who finished to reduce the deficit. India pushed for an equaliser in the closing stages but Afghanistan held firm to secure the win. India looked to respond through counterattacks but struggled to convert their corners and set-piece opportunities. Their persistence paid off in the 37th minute when Lalremruatfela controlled a long ball inside the box and laid it off for Nibas, who finished to reduce the deficit. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Only 1 Pakistani In Waqar's India-Pak XI
Waqar Younis picked Sachin Tendulkar over Inzamam-ul Haq, Virat Kohli over Babar Azam and Jasprit Bumrah over Shaheen Afridi.
Tanush Kotian Records Career-Best 8/81 As Mumbai Crush Haryana By 10 wickets
Tanush Kotian returned career-best figures of 8/81 as a rampant Mumbai cruised to a third consecutive bonus-point victory, crushing Haryana by 10 wickets in their Elite Group D Ranji Trophy match on Thursday.
Jhulan Goswami weighs in on MI women's scouting strategy ahead of WPL 2027
The WPL (Womens Premier League) 2027 mini auction concluded on October 28th, and the five franchises finalised their squads ahead of the WPL 2027, with the teams looking to put in their best performances in hopes of getting their hands on the marquee title and play some good cricket .
New Zealand seek answers as India's batting juggernaut rolls on
New Zealand's depleted bowling unit has its task cut out while for India, this is an opportunity to rest some of their key personnel
2027 WPL Auction: Disciplined Spending, Targeted Picks Defined GGs Plans, Says Adesara
Chief Business Officer: Keeping a tight rein on their purse allowed the Gujarat Giants to focus on fulfilling their remaining specific needs at the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) auction, said Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer of Adani Sportsline. With 15 players already retained, the most retained by any team, and only three slots to fill, GG spent a combined Rs 80 lakh at Wednesday's auction in Kochi. GG acquired young Indian wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini for Rs 40 lakh, Ireland all-rounder Orla Prendergast for Rs 30 lakh, and 16-year-old Delhi all-rounder Samaira Raghav for Rs 10 lakh. The 2027 WPL will be played from January 14 to February 7, with venues yet to be known. From a business perspective, we are pleased with how the auction unfolded. We entered with a clear understanding of our requirements, having retained a strong core of 15 players, and our focus was on making targeted additions rather than making changes for the sake of it. We were able to secure players who address specific squad requirements while remaining disciplined with our purse. Kamalini strengthens our batting options, Orla brings valuable all-round ability, and Samaira adds exciting potential in the middle order. For us, a successful auction is not just about how much you spend, but about how effectively you use your resources to build a balanced and competitive squad, Adesara told IANS in an exclusive conversation on Thursday. GG, who finished second in the group stage of WPL 2026 before losing to Delhi Capitals in the Eliminator, have relied on a stable core. Adesara, however, said continuity was not a fixed rule, and the franchise would make bigger changes when needed, especially with a mega auction likely to happen in 2028. Continuity is an important part of our approach, although we would not view it as a rigid model. We believe in backing players, building combinations over time and creating an environment in which individuals can grow together as a team. The performances last season gave us confidence in the core we had assembled, and the auction was an opportunity to address specific gaps and add depth. At the same time, we remain open to making significant changes when the circumstances and team requirements call for them. Our decisions will be guided by what gives Gujarat Giants the best chance of competing consistently, rather than by a preference for either continuity or spending, added Adesara. He further pointed out that the signings of Kamalini and Samaira also fit the franchises long-term goal of developing young Indian womens cricketers. Identifying and nurturing young Indian talent has always been an important part of our philosophy at Adani. The WPL provides a valuable platform for emerging players to develop alongside experienced international and Indian cricketers, and we want Gujarat Giants to be an environment where that growth is encouraged. Players such as Kashvee Gautam, Anushka Sharma and Happy Kumari reflect the potential of our scouting programme, and we see Samaira and Kamalini as exciting additions to that wider vision. The WPL provides a valuable platform for emerging players to develop alongside experienced international and Indian cricketers, and we want Gujarat Giants to be an environment where that growth is encouraged. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
NAM vs IRE 4th ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
NAM vs IRE 4th ODI, Cricket Tips: Namibia carried the momentum from second game to third game and hammered Ireland to take a 2-1 lead in the series. The hosts have recorded wins in consecutive games by posting 315+ totals. Jan Frylinck slammed a match-winning century in the third game and scored 126 off 122 balls to take his team to 316. For Ireland, Curtis Campher scored 106 off 86 balls, but he didn't get much support from other batters. Ireland need a win to level the series. The fourth game will be played on Friday at 1 PM IST at Namibia Cricket Ground. NAM vs IRE: Match Details Date: October 29, 2026 (Friday) Time: 1:30 PM IST Venue: Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek NAM vs IRE: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the game on the FanCode mobile app or website. NAM vs IRE: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 03 Namibia : 02 Ireland : 01 No-result: 0 NAM vs IRE: Ground Pitch Report Namibia Cricket Ground offers a flat wicket, which was visible in the second game. More than 610 runs were provided in that game, and batters dominated on the wicket. For fast bowlers, the change of pace will be key. NAM vs IRE: Predicted XIs Namibia : Malan Kruger, Louren Steenkamp, Jan Frylinck, Gerhard Erasmus (c), Alexander Volschenk, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Zane Green (wk), Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell Ireland : Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Cade Carmichael, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Andy McBrine, Gavin Hoey, Liam McCarthy, Jai Moondra NAM vs IRE: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Curtis Campher and Gerhard Eramus are two top scorers for their teams and have been in good form. Probable Best Bowler Gavin Hoey and Jack Brassell have been superb in this series and have taken seven wickets each on these flat pitches. Today Match Prediction : Namibia have gained confidence and momentum after two wins. We predict them to win the fourth ODI. NAM vs IRE Match 4th ODI, Today Match NAM vs IRE, NAM vs IRE Prediction, NAM vs IRE Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Namibia vs Ireland 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.
Harmer, Rabada, Coetzee fight back after Inglis 102
Australia managed to build a lead of 82 runs despite losing four wickets in the session
Ranji Trophy: Bhut's Eight-Wicket Haul Helps Saurashtra Rout Assam
Parth Bhut's exceptional eight-wicket haul propelled Saurashtra to a dominant innings-and-12-run victory over Assam in the Ranji Trophy, moving them to second in Elite Group B. Karnataka also secured a massive win, while Punjab's match ended in a draw.
Shubman Gill Impressed By 'Temple' Output, Tests Device In Auckland: Report
Deepinder Goyal's Temple wearable has been making headlines recently because, unlike conventional fitness trackers and smartwatches, it is designed to be worn on the side of the forehead.
SA Vs AUS: Josh Inglis Scripts History With Comeback Century In Deciding Test
Test Playing XI: Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis etched his name into the history books with a second Test century during the third Test match against South Africa at Newlands here on Thursday. Inglis, who made a return to the Test Playing XI after nearly a year, scored a 132-ball hundred in the first innings to help the Aussies take a lead. With the knock, Inglis has become the first Australian cricketer to score multiple centuries across the three formats. This was his second Test ton, with his first one coming against Sri Lanka last year in Sri Lanka. Only three Aussies have hit multiple tons in T20Is. Apart from Inglis, Glenn Maxwell (5) and Aaron Finch (2) have more than one T20I century, but neither of the two have multiple tons in the other formats. Maxwell also has four ODI centuries but only one Test ton, which came against India in 2017. Finch has 17 ODI centuries too, but he did not score a Test hundred, and this makes Inglis the only Aussie to have more than one hundred in all three formats of the game. Inglis made a return to the Playing XI for the series-deciding Test, having last played a Test in the 2025 Ashes at home. He was on the mend from a fractured finger he sustained during the preceding ODI series against South Africa. As the Aussies rang in four changes, Inglis made a return, along with Cameron Green, Nathan Lyon and Cooper Connolly. The wicketkeeper batter smashed his century during the third day of the contest as he put the visitors in a strong position in reply to South Africa's first innings score of 329. He came when the Aussies were 184/3 and saw Green getting dismissed by Simon Harmer on 65. As the Aussies lost two quick wickets on Day 2 to be at 185/4, Inglis partnered with Alex Carey to put the team in a strong position at the end of the second day. He continued strongly on Day 3 as well, smashing a hundred off 132 balls. He got to his hundred off a reverse sweep off Harmer. The wicketkeeper batter smashed his century during the third day of the contest as he put the visitors in a strong position in reply to South Africa's first innings score of 329. He came when the Aussies were 184/3 and saw Green getting dismissed by Simon Harmer on 65. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ranji Trophy: 8/81! Kotian Spins Mumbai to Dominant Win
Mumbai made it three bonus-point wins in a row in the Ranji Trophy after Tanush Kotian took 8/81 and openers Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Divyaansh Saxena completed a rapid chase.
NZ vs IND 4th T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
NZ vs IND 4th T20I, Cricket Tips: Team India have shown why they are the no. 1 T20I side in the world. They have hammered New Zealand in three consecutive games, and the batting is of a whole different level. Abhishek Sharma slammed his fourth T20Iton in the last game and added 133 runs in just 7.1 overs with Vaibhav Suryavanshi (45 off 19). The Kiwi bowlers didn't have an answer to the onslaught they witnessed. Can New Zealand plan well in the fourth game? The upcoming contest will kick off at 12:30 PM IST on Friday at Eden Park in Auckland. Shreyas Iyer and co. have a chance to make the lead to 4-0, while New Zealand will be hoping to bounce back. NZ vs IND: Match Details Date : October 30, 2026 (Friday) Time : 12:30 PM IST Venue : Eden Park, Auckland NZ vs IND: Live Streaming Details Indian fans need to tune into Star Sports Networks to watch the live action of the fourth T20I, and a live stream will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. NZ vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches: 34 New Zealand: 11 India : 22 No-result: 1 NZ vs IND: Ground Pitch Report Eden Park is one of the best batting venues in New Zealand. It is one of the smallest venues in the world, which has a boundary of six 50-55 meters. The bounce and pace allow the batters to go big. It is a difficult wicket to bowl. NZ vs IND: Predicted XIs New Zealand : Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell, Mitch Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Adam Milne, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Fisher India : Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Prince Yadav NZ vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma is now the no. 1 ranked T20I batter and will be the most dangerous batter for New Zealand bowlers. For New Zealand, Glenn Phillips has been superb this series and will have a b ig role in this game. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh and Mitchell Santner have bowled well in recent matches. They are smart operators even on flat decks. Today Match Prediction : New Zealand have been below-par in this series and we predict India to win the next game. NZ vs IND Match 4th T20I, Today Match NZ vs IND, NZ vs IND Prediction, NZ vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for New Zealand vs India 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.
BCCI Asked To Probe After Alleged Scoring Blunder In Jharkhand vs Uttarakhand U19 Women's T20
The Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) has made an official complaint to the BCCI over an alleged scoring error that cost the women's U19 team in the T20 championship pre-quarter-final against Uttarakhand.
We Went Till Rs 1.05 Crore: RCB Coach Opens Up On Sophie Molineux Auction Battle
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) went up to Rs 1.05 crore in an attempt to bring Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux back into their squad at the WPL 2027 auction.
I Am Enjoying Vice-Captaincy: Tilak Varma On Leadership Role In India's T20I Team
India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma stated that he is enjoying the leadership role he has been given as he keeps sharing his inputs with captain Shreyas Iyer on the field.
Mumbai Indians Opt For Complete Revamp, Part Ways With Lasith Malinga Ahead Of IPL 2027
Just days after appointing a new head coach, Mumbai Indians have moved towards a complete revamp of their coaching staff ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season.
Mumbai Indians part ways with Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey, and Carl Hopkinson ahead of IPL 2027
In a major development, five-time IPL (Indian Premier League) champions Mumbai Indians recently came forward and announced that the franchise will be parting ways with Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey and Carl Hopkinson, and the trio...
Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha Crush Goa by Innings and 27 Runs
Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey's impressive four-wicket haul helped Vidarbha secure an innings and 27-run victory over Goa in their Ranji Trophy Group A match, consolidating their top position.
MI continue coaching revamp; Malinga and Mhambrey leave franchise
MI had also replaced their head coach Mahela Jayawardene with Kieron Pollard earlier this month
BCCI To Brainstorm On Adding More WPL Teams From Next Year: Devajit Saikia
ODI World Cup: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will hold discussions on expanding the Womens Premier League (WPL) beyond five teams from next year, said secretary Devajit Saikia. Saikia's comments came a day after the WPL 2027 auction was held in Kochi, where around 150 players went under the hammer out of which 25 cricketers found places in five teams. The WPL was launched in 2023 with five teams and the 2027 edition will be played from January 14 to February 7. There are about 150 players who are in the fray here and hardly 27 we had to take but still so many players were left out. So we can very easily see that five number of teams are really less compared to the number of supply chain of girls cricketers. From next year, definitely we will have to do some brainstorming sessions to increase the number of teams as well as in other areas where we can improve. Not only the players but so many other areas we are having involvement in, right from the coaches, selectors, etc, and various stakeholders are involved here, Saikia said in a video posted on the WPLs social media handles on Thursday. With just five franchises, the WPL can absorb only a small fraction of Indias growing domestic talent pool. Bringing in one or two more teams along with an increase in player budget will open up more opportunities for players to be a part of the league. So the overall ecosystem has a positive impact on WPL. This is a wonderful beginning, and this is a wonderful journey going on and I hope WPL will grow from leaps and bounds in the coming years, added Saikia. He also welcomed the fact that a 15-year-old uncapped all-rounder Uma Kashvi was picked by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh. I am very happy that a young girl of 15 years got an opportunity to play in the WPL. That is a success. We want to bring maximum women cricketers to play and be a part of this success story in Indian womens cricket. Saikia further credited the WPL with playing a major role in Indias rise in womens cricket, pointing to the national teams status as ODI World Cup winners when they won the trophy last year. We are the present champions in the world and that shows the expansion this WPL has given all across the country so far as womens cricket is concerned. You see WPL is one of the big leagues in the world of franchise cricket after the IPL. Saikia further credited the WPL with playing a major role in Indias rise in womens cricket, pointing to the national teams status as ODI World Cup winners when they won the trophy last year. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Muneeba to lead Pakistan in ICC Emerging Nations Trophy
Fatima Sana will miss the tournament to play in the WBBL and Ayesha Zafar has been named vice-captain
Richardson denied hat-trick as wickets tumble in Adelaide
South Australia were bundled out for 154 then WA also collapsed in their second innings but remained well ahead
Mumbai Indians part ways with bowling coach Lasith Malinga
Mumbai Indians have confirmed a significant shake-up in their coaching staff, announcing the departures of iconic former player Lasith Malinga, along with Paras Mhambrey and Carl Hopkinson.
Will Kuldeep, Varun finally get a game in New Zealand?
With the T20 series already secured, India is set to experiment with its squad in the fourth match against New Zealand in Auckland, potentially offering game time to spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy, who have been on the sidelines.
Netherlands Star Max O'Dowd Sanctioned By ICC For Showing Dissent
Dutch batter Max O'Dowd has received an official reprimand and one demerit point for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the Netherlands' ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match against Oman in Dubai on Tuesday.
WPL: 'Picking players at base price shows how hard our scouts work, says Jhulan Goswami
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Mumbai Indians bowling coach and mentor Jhulan Goswami has credited the franchises scouting team for identifying emerging talent after they signed six uncapped Indian players at the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction, saying the process of tracking potential recruits continues throughout the year. Mumbai Indians entered Wednesdays auction in Kochi with the lowest purse of Rs 90 lakh and completed their squad by signing six uncapped players, including Shweta Sehrawat, Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, Bharti Rawal, Saanika Chalke and Akshita Bhagat. Whatever players we picked at their base price this time, they have that ability, and they have been performing quite well consistently for their state teams. Picking several players at base prices shows how hard our scouting team is working. And scouting is a round-the-clock process since you have to follow matches, irrespective of whether they are happening in India or outside India. And because of them, it becomes easy for us when we come to the auction table, knowing who our targets are, Jhulan told Jio Star. She also highlighted the importance of assessing a players mentality alongside performances while selecting talent for the franchise. Our job as a coach is to look at young players who score runs on a regular basis in domestic cricket, take wickets, bat at a good strike rate, and win matches for their team. The most important thing is: do they have that winning mindset? Because performances can be up and down, but you must have that mindset with which you can take the team ahead and make the team win, she said. Delhi-based Shweta, who was retained by UP Warriorz in 2026, attracted a bidding contest between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals before being signed by MI for Rs 20 lakh, double her base price. Jhulan said the Mumbai Indians had made a strong effort to sign India batter Kiran Navgire but had to withdraw from the bidding after reaching their financial limit. We tried our best and went as far as we could for Kiran Navgire, but unfortunately, we didnt get her. And thats how the auction dynamics work. She is an impactful player. So, we definitely expected quite a few teams to go after her. But at the same time, we had other options. Thankfully, we got most of the players we wanted. So, yeah, the auction was very good, and we are all very happy, she said. Mumbai Indians made an early bid for Navgire but pulled out at Rs 70 lakh, with Delhi Capitals eventually signing the batter for Rs 75 lakh. Jhulan added that the franchise managed to secure almost all its preferred targets despite the limited budget, with Shweta being the exception among its Indian domestic recruits in terms of price expectations. I think, more or less, 95 to 97 per cent of the players we had targeted, we got them, except Kiran Navgire. We didnt get her. But we knew it was going to be a challenge. We didnt have the budget to go further than what we did. But all the other Indian domestic players that we had targeted, we more or less got all of them at their best prices, except Shweta Sehrawat. So, yeah, we are very happy with the auction, she said. We came into this auction with the lowest purse of Rs 90 lakhs, so we had to plan and prepare, keeping that challenge and accordingly different options in mind. And when you face challenging situations, your best performance comes out, both on the cricket field and off the field, Jhulan added. The 2027 WPL season is scheduled to be played from January 14 to February 7, with venues yet to be announced.
4th T20I: India Eye 4-0 Lead, Chance To Test Bench Strength Against Depleted NZ (preview)
Captain Mitchell Santner: India, already 3-0 up in the five-match series, could hand game time to wrist-spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy when they face New Zealand in the fourth T20I at Eden Park on Friday. A sell-out crowd of nearly 40,000 is expected at Eden Park, which will break the record attendance for a bilateral series match in New Zealand. The previous best attendance record was of 36,523 set during the New Zealand mens and womens double header against India at the same venue in 2019. Both Kuldeep and Varun have featured sporadically in recent months as the team management has stacked the side with batters down to number eight, an approach that has paid off in a series of high-scoring games. Kuldeep, who played two matches in the home series against West Indies, hasnt played a game in Wellington. If India prefers to sit out either Axar Patel or Naman Dhir, with the latter being in sparkling form, then Kuldeep or Varun could get their chance to play. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, playing his first international series in four years, nailed yorkers at the death overs in Wellington but has leaked 139 runs off 72 balls. Prince Yadav has kept Mayank Yadav out for the last two games, and he might be persisted with by the Indian team management. Ishan Kishans availability remains unclear after he missed two matches with an adductor strain. If he sits out again, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will get another chance to play and become the perfect second fiddle alongside an in-form Abhishek Sharma. New Zealand, without Matt Henry and now Lockie Ferguson, who has been ruled out of the series with a calf injury, have struggled to contain Indias top order, especially smashing a record 118 runs in the powerplay in Wellington. Captain Mitchell Santner has bowled well but received little support, and it's something which the Black Caps will want to change in Auckland, which is an unforgiving venue for bowlers. According to CricViz, India have won 22 of their 34 T20Is against New Zealand, with 11 defeats and a tie. They have won five games in a row against the Black Caps and nine of their last 10 T20Is in the country, two of them via super overs. India have already got their third straight T20I series win in New Zealand, who last beat them at home in Hamilton in 2019. Abhisheks 35-ball hundred in Wellington was his fourth ton in T20Is and 11th century overall in all T20s, the most by an Indian mens batter. Since the start of 2025 in T20Is, Abhishek has hit 1,984 runs at an average of 35.4 and a strike rate of 200.6, with 13 fifties and 3 hundreds. Moreover, Abhishek has struck at 228.3 against Jacob Duffy and 338.1 against Kyle Jamieson. Santner has dismissed Sanju Samson four times in seven innings, while Indian batters have swept just 6.6 per cent of balls against spin in 2026. Axar has removed Glenn Phillips five times, and Kuldeep has dismissed him four times in five innings, which makes his case for inclusion in the playing eleven stronger. When: October 30, 2026, 12:30 PM Where: Eden Park, Auckland Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Sony Sports Network channels on TV, and live streaming is available on the Sony LIV app and website. Squads India: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Naman Dhir, Prince Yadav, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kumar Kushagra. Squads Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Terrific Threesome redefining the slam-bang manual
India are blessed to have four equally aggressive and proven options to pick from to open the batting should it come to that. Abhishek, Samson, Sooryavanshi and Kishan are each more than a handful on his own; throw three, or even all four (like at the Asian Games) in the mix, and you cant help but feel for the already beleaguered bowling community
Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara has accused Irish airline Ryanair's gate staff of discriminatory behaviour at Dublin airport. The Rajasthan Royals head coach has shared his experience on social media, saying he and his family faced threatening behaviour during
JSCA Files Complaint With BCCI Over Scoring Error That Cost Women's U19 Team
The Jharkhand State Cricket Association: The Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) has made an official complaint to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over an alleged scoring error that cost the women's U19 team in the T20 championship pre-quarter-final against Uttarakhand. The JSCA has called for the BCCI's attention to the matter, where they were denied a run as the scorers made an error, and they went on to lose the match by one run in the end. As per Cricinfo, the scoring error took place in the final over of Jharkhand's clash against Uttarakhand in the 135-run chase in Nagpur last week. They were 127/7 at the end of the 19th over and needed another eight runs from six balls to win the game. They took three runs from the first three balls and then needed another five from the next three. Then came the turning moment when Lakshmi Kumari was run out on the fourth ball while attempting two runs with Eshika Bhagat in the middle. The report added that the batters completed a run before the dismissal, but the scorers did not record the run and instead registered only a run-out, which led Jharkhand to need five runs off the last two balls. Bowler Kanika Negi then bowled a wide on the next delivery, bringing the equation to four needed off two balls. On the next ball, No.10 Isha was run out while attempting two runs. This time the run was recorded to bring it down to three off the final ball. As Bhagat faced the final ball, No. 11 Ishika Deepak was also run out while the batters attempted for a couple of runs. The run was credited as Jharkhand lost by one run in the end. But the JSCA pointed out that the non-credited run on the fourth ball was the difference in the end. Speaking on the incident, head coach Jaskaran Singh called for a look into the matter. This was the first time Jharkhand had qualified for the knockouts of the women's Under-19, so the result is extremely disappointing, Jaskaran said, as quoted by Cricinfo. Had this been a league game, the situation may have been different. For players in particular, tournaments like these are extremely important. As Bhagat faced the final ball, No. 11 Ishika Deepak was also run out while the batters attempted for a couple of runs. The run was credited as Jharkhand lost by one run in the end. But the JSCA pointed out that the non-credited run on the fourth ball was the difference in the end. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
4th T20I: All Eyes On Kuldeep Yadav As India Aim To Make It 4-0 vs New Zealand
With the series already sealed, India will have the opportunity to give much-needed game time to the likes of Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy when they take on New Zealand in the fourth and penultimate T20 International on Friday.
Delhi rewrite record books by posting highest total in domestic women's T20 games
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Delhi rewrote the record books by piling up 262/6 against Hyderabad in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy league stage match in Pune, which is now the highest total ever made by a womens team in domestic T20 cricket games. The total eclipsed the previous best score of 257/2 by Goa against Arunachal Pradesh in the 2019/20 season. Delhis 262/6, coming at the MCA Ground 2, Gahunje, is also the 11th-highest in all womens T20 cricket, with the ten scores above it all coming in T20Is. The record effort was built around a blistering century from opener Tanisha Singh, who struck 119 off just 47 balls in a whirlwind knock laced with 25 fours and a six. The 23-year-old reached her hundred in 38 balls, the joint third-fastest in womens T20s, matching West Indies batter Deandra Dottins effort against South Africa in 2010. Only Indias Kiran Navgire (34 balls) and former New Zealand captain Sophie Devine (36 balls) have got to the three-figure mark quicker. Delhi lost opener Vanshika Lila early, but Tanisha and India batters Priya Punia took the attack to the Hyderabad bowlers by adding 160 runs off just 66 balls to take the side past 175. Punia made 59 off 28 balls, and Shweta Sehrawat came in to smash 26 off eight deliveries, including three sixes, to push the total past 200. Tanisha was eventually bowled by G Trisha. Late contributions from Nazma Khan (11), Deeksha Sharma (15 not out) and captain Soni Yadav, who made 15 not out, carried Delhi to the record score. Vanka Pooja was the only Hyderabad bowler to escape punishment, returning figures of 4-32 from her four overs, while each of the other seven bowlers conceded at least 11 runs an over. Trisha gave Hyderabad a brisk start in reply and top-scored with 80 off 52 balls, but the chase never threatened Delhis majestic total. Captain Pranavi Chandra was the only other batter to get past 20, as Hyderabad finished at 154/8, and lost by 108 runs. The match came a day after the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction, where Shweta and Bharti Rawal were signed by Mumbai Indians for Rs 20 lakh and Nazma was acquired by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh.
ICC Womens Emerging Nations Trophy expands to 10 teams, five Full Members join second edition
Digital Desk | Dubai, Oct 29 (IANS) The ICC Womens Emerging Nations Trophy will feature 10 teams for the first time when its second edition takes place in Ajman, United Arab Emirates, from November 12 to 25, with Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe joining five Associate Members in an expanded competition aimed at strengthening the international womens cricket pathway. The tournament will be staged at the Karwan Sports and Seven Districts grounds, with the participating teams divided into two groups of five. The group stage will be followed by a Super Six phase and the final, under a format approved on the recommendation of the ICC Womens Cricket Committee and subsequently confirmed by the ICC Chief Executives Committee. The expanded lineup will bring together teams from different levels of the international game, offering players greater exposure to varied opposition and more opportunities to compete in a high-performance environment. Group A comprises Ireland, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Scotland, Sri Lanka and the UAE, while Group B features Bangladesh, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Thailand and Zimbabwe. ICC General Manager Events and Cricket Operations, Gaurav Saxena, said the expansion would help provide more substantial international opportunities for emerging teams and contribute to the development of womens cricket. The expansion of the ICC Womens Emerging Nations Trophy to 10 teams is an important step in providing more meaningful international competition for emerging teams and supporting the continued growth of womens cricket. Bringing together five full members and five associate members will create valuable opportunities for players to test themselves against a wider range of opposition and gain experience in a high-performance environment. We look forward to welcoming the participating teams to Ajman for the second edition of the tournament. The 2026 edition builds on the inaugural tournament held in 2025, when Thailand emerged as champions on home soil. Thailand finished level on points with Scotland, the Netherlands and the UAE, with net run rate separating the teams in the final standings. The inaugural competition also provided a platform for individual performances to translate into progress in the ICC Womens T20I Player Rankings, underlining the importance of regular international exposure for developing teams.
WPL 2027: Choosing Four Overseas Players In Playing XI Will Be Really Hard, Says Klinger
The Ashleigh Gardner: Gujarat Giants (GG) head coach Michael Klinger said picking the four overseas players in the playing eleven will be one of the toughest calls the franchise faces when the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) happens from January 14 to February 7. At the auction held in Kochi, GG filled their three vacant slots by signing India wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini (for Rs 40 lakh), Irelands seam-bowling all-rounder Orla Prendergast and talented all-rounder Samaira Raghav, who was a late addition to the auction pool, for Rs 30 lakh and Rs 10 lakh, respectively. GG now have six overseas players: captain Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth and Orla, who became the first Irish cricketer to be picked in the WPL. The four overseas playing spots are going to be really hard to choose with the quality we have. Last year we went with our four batters, or rounders. We have Kim Garth as well, who didnt play last year and is in career best form at the moment. So shes certainly going to be pushing to play matches as well and provides fantastic new ball and death bowling options for us. Along with Orla now, its going to be some really difficult decisions, but thats a good problem to have, Klinger told IANS in an exclusive conversation after the auction on Thursday. The Ashleigh Gardner-led side made the playoffs last season but lost to Delhi Capitals in the Eliminator. In WPL 2027, with the venues yet to be known, GG will be aiming to go one step further and clinch their first-ever title. On the rationale of signing Kamalini, who played last two WPL seasons for the Mumbai Indians, despite already having two keepers in Beth and Yastika Bhatia, Klinger stated the franchise had been prepared to pay more for her and would use her purely as a batter. With Kamalini, we thought there were going to be more bidders for her. So to get her at base price was great. We probably would have bid a little bit high if required. So I think just her versatility in the batting order gives us options both for her and our other batters and for our overseas options as well. In terms of having three keepers, were probably looking for her as a batter only. Initially with Yastika and Beth options to take the gloves, I think theyre probably the ones well go with at the start. But Kamalinis played as a batter only before and were really excited to have her, he added. In terms of Samaira, uncapped finishers are hard to come by in the WPL, and Samaira has shown that ability while turning out for Delhi in the Womens Under-19 T20 Trophy this year, where she made 162 runs at an average of 54 and a strike rate of 216, including being unbeaten four times. In that tournament, Samaira recorded strike rates of 325 against Pondicherry, 308 against Bengal, 275 against Uttarakhand, 221 against Saurashtra and 192 in the semi-final against Haryana. Samaira has a reputation of being a really good middle order batter who finishes innings off really well. Shes done that recently in the under-19 domestic tournament, and we had her at our training camp a few weeks ago in Bengaluru, where in some scenarios and practice matches, she did the same thing, added Klinger. Samaira first caught the attention of WPL scouts while turning out for North Delhi Strikers in the Womens Delhi Premier League (DPL) this year, where she hit a match-winning six when the equation read six runs needed off two balls against the East Delhi Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Samaira has a reputation of being a really good middle order batter who finishes innings off really well. Shes done that recently in the under-19 domestic tournament, and we had her at our training camp a few weeks ago in Bengaluru, where in some scenarios and practice matches, she did the same thing, added Klinger. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Dutch Opener Max ODowd Reprimanded For ICC Code Of Conduct Breach
Cricket World Cup League: Dutch batter Max ODowd has received an official reprimand and one demerit point for showing dissent at an umpires decision during the Netherlands ICC Mens Cricket World Cup League 2 match against Oman in Dubai on Tuesday. The incident occurred during the Netherlands innings, with ODowd penalised for breaching Level 1 of the International Cricket Councils (ICC) Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel. ODowd was found guilty of breaching Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which concerns showing dissent at an Umpires decision during an International Match. The sanction marks his first disciplinary offence in a 24-month period, with the demerit point added to his disciplinary record. The incident took place in the 12th over of the Netherlands innings when ODowd was adjudged leg-before wicket. Following the decision, the batter indicated to the umpire that he had edged the delivery by displaying his bat, an action deemed to constitute dissent. ODowd admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Phil Whitticase of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees. As a result, a formal hearing was not required. The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Akbar Ali and Shiju Sam, along with reserve umpire Virender Sharma. Under the ICC Code of Conduct, Level 1 offences carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand and a maximum sanction of a fine amounting to 50 per cent of a players match fee. Such breaches also attract one or two demerit points, depending on the nature and severity of the offence. The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Akbar Ali and Shiju Sam, along with reserve umpire Virender Sharma. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'I Am Enjoying Vice-captaincy': Tilak Varma On Leadership Role In India's T20I Team
T20 World Cup: India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma stated that he is enjoying the leadership role he has been given as he keeps sharing his inputs with captain Shreyas Iyer on the field. Tilak was named India's T20I vice-captain in a leadership reshuffle when Shreyas was announced as the captain after the T20 World Cup 2026. He has experience leading his state team, Hyderabad, across all formats and has also led India A sides too. He spoke on his leadership role in the Indian T20I side, detailing how he shares his inputs with the current skipper. I have done (captaincy) in every format for my state. And for a year now, I have done (captaincy) for India A too. So, I have that experience. I have that knowledge. Whatever message I can pass, I always convey it on the field to Shreyas, Tilak said in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's fourth T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland. T20 is a pressure game. Especially, nowadays there is always pressure as games are very high scoring. So, as a captain, it is difficult to cover everything. So, I communicate with Iyer where I can help him. He also asks. So, I am enjoying those small roles, Tilak added. Tilak also stated that he enjoys fielding in the middle. During the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, Tilak set the record for having taken most catches as a fielder in a single calendar year. He has 26 grabs in 2026, going past the previous record of 25 catches that Indonesia's Danilson Hawoe took last year. I have been a good fielder since childhood. Whenever I practice fielding, I never look at it as a burden. When playing overseas, there's wind, cold weather, and the ball wobbles in the air, but I've always genuinely enjoyed fielding. I never complain about spending long hours on the field. The more you enjoy it, the better the results come naturally. Being athletic naturally helps. On the field, I like taking responsibility and running hard. Wherever the fielding hotspots are, I immediately put myself there. I have been a good fielder since childhood. Whenever I practice fielding, I never look at it as a burden. When playing overseas, there's wind, cold weather, and the ball wobbles in the air, but I've always genuinely enjoyed fielding. I never complain about spending long hours on the field. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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We Did The Best We Could To Get Molineux Back: RCB Head Coach Malolan
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) went up to Rs 1.05 crore in an attempt to bring Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux back into their squad at the WPL 2027 auction, but eventually lost out to UP Warriorz. RCB head coach Malolan Rangarajan explained the franchises approach to the bidding on auction day, while also outlining why the team backed injury-hit Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh as it finalised its squad for the upcoming season. Rangarajan acknowledged that RCB had pushed hard to retain Molineuxs services, particularly after her contribution to the franchises championship-winning campaign last season. However, with a purse of Rs 1.15 crore entering the auction, the team had to balance its pursuit of the Australian with other recruitment priorities. When you have Rs 1.15 crores and you go till 1.05 for her, I think we did the best we could to get her back. We also have to recognise that we did win the championship last year. So, we would have loved to have her in our squad, and we tried to demonstrate that. But I wish Sophie the very best when she plays for UP, a gun cricketer. We would have liked her, but again, thats how the auction works, and we had other players also that we were looking at, Rangarajan told JioStar. Despite missing out on Molineux, RCB secured four players to complete their squad, with Jonassen joining South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon, Indian batter Tejal Hasabnis and Indian batter Vrinda Dinesh. The acquisitions cost the franchise Rs 1.10 crore in total, adding depth to its spin attack, all-round resources and Indian batting options. Jonassens availability, however, remains an important consideration ahead of the tournament. The Australian has opted out of the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) while recovering from an injury, but RCB are working with the expectation that she will be fit in time for the WPL. Rangarajan said the franchise had assessed the risks before committing to the experienced left-arm spinner and had contingency plans in place should her recovery take longer than anticipated. She has opted not to play the WBBL now because she is nursing an injury. The information we have at the moment is that shes going to be fit by the end of December, and shell play a couple of domestic List-A games in Australia and should be fit in time for the WPL. JJ is a very experienced player. Were aware of her current fitness status, but we still wanted her. Similarly with Sophie also. We were very aware of what we were going to sign up for. So, if required, we also have all our backup plans ready. Id like to focus on JJ the player and the way she improves our team. A left-arm spinner who is a powerplay option for us through the middle and death, and more importantly, bats anywhere between four and six. So very, very happy to have JJ in the team, he added. She has opted not to play the WBBL now because she is nursing an injury. The information we have at the moment is that shes going to be fit by the end of December, and shell play a couple of domestic List-A games in Australia and should be fit in time for the WPL. JJ is a very experienced player. Were aware of her current fitness status, but we still wanted her. Similarly with Sophie also. We were very aware of what we were going to sign up for. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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New Delhi: India spinner Vaishnavi Sharma revealed how she overcame pre-match nerves to claim her maiden five-wicket haul in ODIs during the third match against Zimbabwe in Vadodara on Wednesday, helping the hosts secure an eight-wicket victory and complete a 3-0 series sweep. Speaking in a video shared by the BCCI on Thursday, the left-arm spinner credited her experience with India A, the support of her teammates and a conscious effort to remain calm for the breakthrough performance. The feeling of a five-wicket haul is entirely different. When you put in all the hard work and then come here to achieve it with a fifer, its really a fabulous feeling to have. The feeling of the comeback was very good. Plus, I was nervous. I was very nervous on the first day of the ODI series. I was sitting outside in the first match. I realised and assesed what should be done. What are the batters doing? What can I bring to the field? When I got to play in the second match, I was still very nervous. I couldnt sleep well in the night. I was thinking a lot. I was visualising what I should do. At the end, I calmed myself down on the ground. I calmed down my nervous system and came back to the ground. I said, okay, lets enjoy, Vaishnavi said in the video. The 20-year-old made the most of her opportunity in the series finale, returning figures of 5/39 in 10 overs as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 131. Her performance came after she had been left out of Indias playing XI for the opening ODI, making her eventual impact all the more significant. Vaishnavi also spoke about the confidence she carried into the series after a productive stint with India A, where her wicket-taking performances helped her prepare for the challenge at the international level. I played very well in the Australia A Series. Six wickets haul, then four wickets. And I finished as the highest wicket taker. I got a lot of confidence in that. So, I carried it forward. We had a plan after speaking to the coaches, we just had to execute it. I was about to get my fifth wicket. I said, God, please give me one more wicket. Everyone was more thrilled that I was about the fi-fer. When I took my first wicket in todays match, everyone said, you got five yesterday, do it again. Deepti di, Shafali di, Smriti di, Harman di and Harleen di were encouraging me a lot. Everyone, literally. I enjoyed it. When I was counting, I was looking at everyone. And when I was stuck after the fourth wicket, everyone was laughing after every ball I bowled after that. And, in the last ball, everyone said, now you pray to all the Gods so that you will get a wicket. And it was a miracle wicket. She went for the sweep, missed the pads completely, and the ball crashed straight into the stumps. Thank you, God!!, she added. The wait for her fifth dismissal proved to be an emotional test, with the spinner admitting that the prospect of finishing just short of the milestone had begun to weigh on her as the innings approached its conclusion. The wait for the fifth wicket made me so tense. Man, when is this wicket going to fall? But in the end, when it was the last over, there was only one last over left. There were six balls. I was like if I get the wicket then great, otherwise bowl calmly, finish the spell and wrap it up. At the same time, I couldnt stop laughing thinking, Wow, the final wicket really happened! Overall, the team performed brilliantly, Pratika di, Shafali di, Smriti di, all batted exceptionally throughout the series. Harman di scored a century, and Deepti di scored a century after nearly nine years. Watching all of that unfold was such a joy and gave me so much confidence. It was our collective performance. Everyone contributed. Thats why we won this series, Vaishnavi concluded. The wait for the fifth wicket made me so tense. Man, when is this wicket going to fall? But in the end, when it was the last over, there was only one last over left. There were six balls. I was like if I get the wicket then great, otherwise bowl calmly, finish the spell and wrap it up. At the same time, I couldnt stop laughing thinking, Wow, the final wicket really happened! Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Ben White announces retirement from representative cricket
Ireland leg spinner Ben White recently announced he will retire from representative cricket. At 28 years old, White made his debut for Ireland back in 2021 in Belfast against South Africa. His last appearance for...
