We Want To Be One Of The Fittest And Strongest Sides In The World: Brook
ODI World Cup: England captain Harry Brook has stressed the importance of improving the teams fitness and preparation standards as they begin their build-up towards next years ODI World Cup, ahead of their three-match series against Australia. With the World Cup 12 months away, its a good period now to really start to try and nestle down, hone in on the skills and the lessons that weve learned, Brook said, as quoted by Cricinfo. The key thing is to try and be one of the fittest and strongest sides in the world. To be able to try and dominate throughout that competition (World Cup), he added. England will begin their ODI series against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 13, with a preparatory one-day match against Western Australia scheduled at the revamped WACA ground. Brook also underlined the need to improve Englands preparations away from the field, while acknowledging that results cannot always be guaranteed. Obviously, whether you win or lose isnt always there. You can never guarantee that, but the off-fieldyou can guarantee the off-field preparation can be a lot better. Can really help towards winning games, he added. England have also been weighing their options in the spin department, with Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson competing for a place in the playing eleven. Speaking about Rashids recent omission from the side during the Pakistan series, Brook said the decision was influenced by the conditions. Hes been training the last few days. Hes good. Hes bowling nicely. The decisions to not play him have been typically condition-based. We felt that the left arm was more suitable to the conditions in Pakistan, as we saw throughout the series generally, he said. The England skipper also praised Australias emerging fast bowler Mahli Beardman, who is expected to feature against them in the upcoming fixtures. Hes got some pace behind him. Hes got a nice action as well. Looking forward to seeing what he can do out here, Brook said. The England skipper also praised Australias emerging fast bowler Mahli Beardman, who is expected to feature against them in the upcoming fixtures. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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U-19 Asia Cup: Aaryavir Sehwag Blasts 70 as India Sink Nepal
India's U-19 cricket team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over Nepal in their U-19 Asia Cup opener. Half-centuries from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani, coupled with strong bowling performances from Ishan Sood and Arjun Rajput, led India to an easy win, chasing down Nepal's total of 128 with 185 balls to spare.
Sehwag, Raichandani Fifties Help India Thrash Nepal By Ten Wickets In U-19 Asia Cup Opener
Al Amerat Cricket Ground: Aaryavir Sehwag and skipper Lakshya Raichandani struck unbeaten half-centuries as India thrashed Nepal by 10 wickets in their first Men's Under-19 Asia Cup match at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground here on Friday. Chasing a modest 129, Aaryavir and Raichandani finished off the runs in only 19.1 overs. Earlier, fast bowler Ishan Soods three-wicket burst with the new ball ensured Nepal were bowled out for 128 in 42.3 overs. After electing to bowl first on a pitch that carried a thin layer of grass, Sood moved the ball both ways and beat the bat repeatedly in an opening spell of six overs. That effort led to Sood picking three wickets as the Nepal batters struggled to get going. Sood finished with figures of 3-18 from his 10 overs bowled on the trot, including four maidens. Darsh Sonar (43 off 93 balls) steadied the innings after the early collapse by adding partnerships of 24 and 43 respectively with Niraj Yadav and Aashish Luhar to push Nepal past 100. Once Sonars partnership with Luhar was broken, Nepals lower order fell apart. Left-arm spinner Arjun Rajput took three wickets and Yashveer Goud had two scalps as Nepal were all out for 128. By the time Indias chase began, the new ball did not swing much. Aaryavir and Raichandani played out the first few overs carefully before they began hitting boundaries at regular intervals. Aaryavir, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, went after the Nepal spinners. He often stepped out of the crease to loft the ball down the ground and reached his half-century off just 34 balls. Raichandani was content in rotating the strike while Aaryavir took the attacking route, and later brought up his own fifty off 59 balls. The comprehensive victory completed with 185 balls remaining ensured India took to the top of Group A with two points and a net run rate of 4.170. India will next face arch-rivals Pakistan in their second Group A clash on Sunday. He often stepped out of the crease to loft the ball down the ground and reached his half-century off just 34 balls. Raichandani was content in rotating the strike while Aaryavir took the attacking route, and later brought up his own fifty off 59 balls. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav met Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his family in New Delhi.
Can Kohli Break Sachin's 100s Record?
'I don't think there's enough time till the World Cup for him to get to that.'
HC: 'Doosra' Violated Ganguly's Rights, Orders Disclaimer
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the film Doosra prima facie violated cricketer Sourav Ganguly's personality rights. While refusing to halt its theatrical screening, the court ordered the filmmakers to add a disclaimer and furnish a bank guarantee of Rs 2 crore, noting the film commercially exploited Ganguly's identity.
'There Have To Be Sufficient Games': Nayar On Kohli's Chances Of Reaching 100 Centuries
ODI World Cup: Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Virat Kohli may not have enough matches left before the 2027 ODI World Cup to reach the landmark of 100 international centuries, despite expressing his wish to see the batting great achieve the milestone. Nayar and former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara discussed Kohli's chances of reaching the century mark, India's search for an all-rounder beyond Hardik Pandya in ODIs and the need to revive the 50-over format through multi-nation tournaments. Kohli holds the record for the most centuries in mens ODI cricket, with 55 hundreds to his name, having surpassed Sachin Tendulkars previous mark of 49. He reached his 50th ODI century during the 2023 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbais Wankhede Stadium, becoming the first batter to achieve the milestone in the format. I don't think there are enough games for him to reach that milestone. As much as I want him to, there have to be sufficient games for you to scale also. It's possible that he may continue to play after the World Cup as well, but I am considering the period till the World Cup. After the World Cup, his motivation might not be the same either. So I don't think there's enough time till the World Cup for him to get to that, Nayar told JioStar. The discussion also turned to India's plans to build depth in the ODI all-rounder department, with Nayar suggesting that the team should groom another option alongside Hardik Pandya. India should look at the future, where alongside Hardik Pandya, another all-rounder could play. When you go to New Zealand, it's possible that you have two such all-round options because Gautam Gambhir likes batters. If you groom another all-rounder, they can play together. And if India can play with two proper fast bowlers and two seam-bowling all-rounders, then the team balance looks completely different because you get depth. The second thing is, when you go to South Africa, that will come in handy because now you have more batting options, he said. It's fun because watching those series where you're playing the final to win the trophy is a very different feeling. Also, it builds you up and prepares you for big tournaments, and often, fan engagement increases. When you play for a trophy involving three or four nations, you can go up and down in the standings and every game matters. So, I feel there's nothing like tri-nation or quadrangular tournaments. Going back to Sharjah, when Sachin Tendulkar hit that shot against Australia to qualify, those are epic memories that get etched in your mind, Nayar added. Pujara, meanwhile, stressed the need to develop Nitish Kumar Reddy as a backup all-rounder, given the fitness concerns surrounding Hardik. When Hardik is fit, obviously he will be part of the playing XI. But you can't rely on just one player because he has some fitness concerns and isn't fit throughout the year. So, you need a like-for-like replacement. That's why I think the Indian team needs to groom Nitish Kumar Reddy. When Hardik is available, obviously he is the first choice, but you have a backup option in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pujara said. Pujara also supported the idea of bringing back tri-nation and quadrangular series, arguing that they would test teams against a wider range of opponents and help sustain interest in ODI cricket. When Hardik is fit, obviously he will be part of the playing XI. But you can't rely on just one player because he has some fitness concerns and isn't fit throughout the year. So, you need a like-for-like replacement. That's why I think the Indian team needs to groom Nitish Kumar Reddy. When Hardik is available, obviously he is the first choice, but you have a backup option in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pujara said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Keene, Lister, Sheat Ruled Out Of NZ As Final Red-ball Game Against India A
Bert Sutcliffe Oval: New Zealand A will be without three frontline pacers in Simon Keene, Ben Lister and Fraser Sheat for the third and final red-ball match against India A, as the trio have been ruled out due to their respective injuries. The final match starts on Saturday at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln University, after the first two games ended in draws. In a statement on Friday, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said Keene has a grade two tear in his left hamstring, while Sheat hurt his left side during the earlier fixtures against the visitors. The two are expected to be back in action for their domestic sides in three to four weeks. Meanwhile, Lister has been following a return-to-play programme after straining his right side during a training session with Auckland, and has not recovered in time for the series finale. As a result, Central Stags pacer Brett Randell and Zak Gibson of the Northern Districts have been retained in the squad, while Otago Volts seamer Danru Ferns has been called up as well. Tim Robinson will also stay on with the A side, as Henry Nicholls has moved to the main ODI squad. Gavin Larsen, the former Black Caps player currently with the A team, said he felt sad for the injured pacers. Its always disappointing to see any player out injured, but unfortunately its part and parcel of any sport. Simon and Fraser were impressive with the ball against a very good Indian side with a Test quality batting lineup. Ben worked hard to be available for this third match but unfortunately requires more time. We hope they all recover well and are back on the park soon. Larsen added that the A series has been a valuable one for the hosts, as it pushed the players hard. Weve seen several stand-out performances across the matches to date, which is encouraging. The two matches to date have been great games of cricket that have truly tested our players against extremely strong opposition. Its a reminder how valuable the A programme is in terms of preparing players for international cricket and offering them regular playing opportunities at a level above domestic cricket. India A, meanwhile, are expected to draft in Test series-bound players Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Prasidh Krishna and give them some valuable game time. Larsen added that the A series has been a valuable one for the hosts, as it pushed the players hard. Weve seen several stand-out performances across the matches to date, which is encouraging. The two matches to date have been great games of cricket that have truly tested our players against extremely strong opposition. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
PM Modi Meets Former Indian T20I Captain Suryakumar Yadav
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and his family in the national capital on Friday.
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Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja Set For Crucial Red-Ball Tune-Up In Final India A Match
Pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna along with veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja will get valuable preparation time ahead of the two-Test series when a star-studded India A face an injury-ravaged New Zealand A in the third and final four-day game beginning on Saturday.
Bumrah, Jadeja to feature in India A's final red-ball match vs NZ A
Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, along with Prasidh Krishna, are set to gain valuable red-ball preparation in the third and final four-day game for India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln, ahead of the upcoming two-Test series.
Bangladesh's Shadman Islam Stretchered Off With Ankle Injury In Second Test Against West Indies
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the field after suffering an ankle injury while fielding on the second morning of the second Test against West Indies in Sylhet on Friday.
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Early Anticipation Makes Virat, Rohit Stand Out In Fielding: Subhadeep Ghosh
Subhadeep Ghosh: Indias fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh has praised the anticipation and game-reading abilities of senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, saying their experience of fielding in specific positions gives them an edge over others. Speaking ahead of the second ODI against New Zealand, Ghosh explained how Kohlis familiarity with positions such as cover and point helps him read the trajectory of the ball earlier, while Rohits anticipation played a crucial role in Daryl Mitchells run-out during the series opener. Virat has fielded at cover and point countless times, so he knows the trajectory and path of the ball, as well as how it is likely to travel after impact. He reads the situation slightly earlier than others, and you can see that in his execution, Ghosh told reporters. He also highlighted Rohits awareness and quick movement during Mitchells dismissal in the first ODI in Auckland, where the Indian batter collected a gentle nudge towards the leg side and produced a sharp underarm throw from mid-wicket to complete the run-out. As far as Rohit is concerned, I think he anticipated that the ball would go towards the square leg during that run-out. He wasnt moving straight; he was already shifting slightly towards square leg. That early anticipation allowed him to execute the skill perfectly, he said. Ghosh stressed that anticipation was one of the most important aspects of fielding, adding that familiarity with a particular position allows players to understand the game better and react quicker. I think anticipation is extremely important. The more time you spend in a particular fielding position, the better you become at reading the game, he added. Reflecting on Indias fielding performance in the opening ODI, Ghosh praised the teams intensity and collective effort, saying the players complemented the bowlers with sharp catching and ground fielding. We did well in the first ODI. We took some good catches, picked up wickets and backed it up with excellent ground fielding. The intensity was very good. When you restrict the opposition to around 180, it reflects not just good bowling but also quality fielding, he said. The fielding coach also spoke about the challenges of adapting to different conditions during overseas tours, pointing out that ground dimensions, weather and boundary placements require players to remain alert. When you travel to different countries, adapting to new conditions is always a challenge. The ground dimensions vary, and the weather can be cold, and these are aspects we regularly discuss in the dressing room, he said. The fielding coach also spoke about the challenges of adapting to different conditions during overseas tours, pointing out that ground dimensions, weather and boundary placements require players to remain alert. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shadman Islam injured, Mahmud's fifer keeps Bangladesh in contention
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the field after twisting his left ankle while fielding on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies. Meanwhile, Hasan Mahmud delivered an impressive bowling performance, claiming his fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket to bring Bangladesh back into the contest.
'I Try To Play With Smile On My Face': Tickner On Perspective After Wife's Battle With Cancer
New Zealand: New Zealand fast bowler Blair Tickner opened up on his perspective on life and cricket after having seen his wife, Sarah, battle cancer treatment following a leukaemia diagnosis in April 2024. Tickner, who starred with the bat during New Zealand's first ODI against India in Auckland, spoke about how his life and career have panned out, opening up about his wife coming through eight months of cancer treatment. My life, I guess it's been up and down, Tickner said on the eve of New Zealand's 2nd ODI against India at Hnry Stadium in Wellington. It's amazing to have Sarah and my family (get) through it all, and I guess now I'm just trying to enjoy my cricket, and I've probably been a bit more myself. I've had different parts of my career. I guess (at the) start of my career, I felt a lot of pressure. Then we had Sarah's cancer treatment; it was hard, and now I'm sort of at the back end, and I'm looking forward to just having fun, really, and it's what I'm trying to do, to (be) myself really. He added that the period taught him that cricket is an important part of his career, but not the only thing he has in his life. I try to play with a smile on my face, and it's a lot more than cricket, obviously, he said. It's done a lot for me, but I know that at the end of the day I'm going to go home to my daughter and my wife and I'm pretty happy and pretty lucky to do that. So yeah, cricket's a little bit less than that. The speedster made a strong 34-ball 23 from No. 11 in the series opener against India, with his four sixes being a highlight of New Zealand's 185. Reflecting on the knock, he joked that he would like to move up the order and maybe even to No. 3. Yeah, there were a few conversations before I went out, because I batted alright against England last time I was here (in Wellington), so I gave him (Duffy) a bit of (stick) for that. I'm happy to move up to 10 - I just have to slowly make my way up to No. 3, I think. In the Wellington ODI against England, Tickner had made an unbeaten 18 in his team's two-wicket win on a low-scoring surface. He hopes that the venue will dish out a similar, adding that conditions in ODIs are more helpful to the bowlers than in the T20Is. Yeah, we saw last year against England as well - there was a little bit more in the wicket then, especially here (in Wellington), Tickner said. As a bowler (I'm) hoping for that. I don't want to be at a game where 400 chase(s) 400, so I'm looking forward to a bit of extra bounce, hopefully a bit of nip off the wicket. In the Wellington ODI against England, Tickner had made an unbeaten 18 in his team's two-wicket win on a low-scoring surface. He hopes that the venue will dish out a similar, adding that conditions in ODIs are more helpful to the bowlers than in the T20Is. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Shadman Islam Stretchered Off After Twisting Ankle During Second West Indies Test
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium: Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off the ground after twisting his ankle during the second Test match against the West Indies at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium here on Friday. Shadman twisted his ankle and fell while fielding on Day 2 of the contest as he grimaced in pain for a few minutes. The opener was then taken on a stretcher off the field and will be sent for scans. Shadman suffered a left ankle twist. He is under observation. We will send him for an MRI scan, Bangladesh physio Bayjedul Islam Khan said, as quoted by Cricinfo. The incident took place during the 78th over of the West Indies batting innings. Amir Jangoo had nudged one through to fine leg off Mehidy Hasan Miraz as Shadman ran from slips to chase the ball. His left ankle stuck on the turf while crouching, and he twisted it while falling down awkwardly. Hasan Mahmud ran towards him, and the physio was called before the opener was stretchered off the field. The West Indies resumed on Day 2 on 235/4. They were at 322/8 at lunch on Day 2 and were bowled out for 356 as Shadman's availability for the Test is yet to be confirmed. He did not come out to open as Nayeem Hasan and Tanzid Hasan Tamim began Bangladesh's charge at the top of the order. Meanwhile, a member from the Bangladesh Cricket Board stated that Shadman's participation in the remainder of the Test is unlikely. Look, I think it will be difficult for him to make a comeback in the Test match. Let's hope for the best, but we are not very confident about his availability, a member said, as quoted by Cricbuzz. Shadman had scored a century in the first innings of the opening Test. The West Indies are leading the two-match Test series after having won the series opener by eight wickets. Meanwhile, a member from the Bangladesh Cricket Board stated that Shadman's participation in the remainder of the Test is unlikely. Look, I think it will be difficult for him to make a comeback in the Test match. Let's hope for the best, but we are not very confident about his availability, a member said, as quoted by Cricbuzz. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'New Zealand Conditions Are Similar To Ones We Are Going To Get In WC': Gill
Aaqib Nabi Dar: India captain Shubman Gill believes the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand will provide the team with valuable preparation for next years World Cup, with the conditions in the country expected to be similar to those likely to be encountered during the showpiece event. With the World Cup scheduled to be played in October-November, Gill feels the timing of the series in early November will offer India an opportunity to familiarise themselves with conditions that could prove crucial during the tournament. The conditions that were going to get here are going to be a lot more similar to the ones that were going to get in the World Cup, especially playing here in early November. Usually, whenever we play in South Africa or in New Zealand or in Australia, we play around December, January and the World Cup being in October and November, so I think the conditions are going to be a lot more similar, and its going to be a really good experience for us, Gill said in a video released by BCCI on X. India head into Saturdays match with a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after registering a rain-affected victory in the opening ODI in Auckland on Wednesday. The visitors chased down a DLS-revised target of 143 to take the lead. However, rain could once again interrupt proceedings, with showers forecast in Wellington on Saturday, raising the possibility of another weather-affected encounter. The Indian captain also revealed that he arrived early to get additional training sessions, particularly to understand the conditions and work on his game with the red ball. I wanted to get four or five extra sessions before I joined the team, mainly because of the red ball. I wanted to come here, work a little bit on my game, and see how the red ball is because I havent played a Test match here. Ive played a couple of India matches but havent really played that much Test cricket here, Gill said. He also backed Indias pace attack, expressing confidence in the abilities of Anshul Kamboj, Aaqib Nabi Dar, Gurnoor Brar and Arshdeep Singh, saying their skill sets were suited to New Zealands conditions. With the wickets seeming around and giving good bounce, our fast bowlers, whether it is Anshul, Aqib, Gurnoor or Arshdeep, I think the skill set that they bring to the team in these conditions is tailor-made for them, and Im really optimistic that theyre going to have a really good series, he said. Gill further praised the teams performance in the preceding T20I series, which India won 3-2, saying the comeback victories in the opening two matches had given the side significant momentum ahead of the ODIs. I think he (Shreyas) led the T20 series beautifully. You know, playing in a country like New Zealand and winning the first three matches is never easy, and more so the kind of situation we were in, in the first and in the second T20, from there making a comeback. You know, those are the kind of matches that completely change the momentum, and now the momentum is with us, having won that series, and a lot of our boxes are ticked, and New Zealand would look to come hard at us, which I think we are well prepared for, he said. Gill further praised the teams performance in the preceding T20I series, which India won 3-2, saying the comeback victories in the opening two matches had given the side significant momentum ahead of the ODIs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Can Pacers Deliver Again?
India's inexperienced pace attack impressed in the first ODI against New Zealand. As the teams meet in Wellington, India must decide whether to stick with its winning combination or bring Mohammed Siraj back into the XI.
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Will Rain Wash Out India Vs New Zealand 2nd ODI In Wellington?
The second One-Day International between New Zealand and India in Wellington faces a significant threat from rain, with India's practice session already cancelled and an 'overcast with spells of rain' forecast for Saturday's match.
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Rain threat looms over Wellington for NZ-IND 2nd ODI
Digital Desk | Wellington, Nov 6 (IANS) Rain is likely to make its presence felt for the second straight time in the ongoing ODI series between New Zealand and India as weather points to a strong probability of showers in Wellington on Saturday, the match day. Weather interrupted the proceedings in the first ODI between the two sides in Auckland on Wednesday as India chased down a DLS reduced target of 143 in a rain-curtailed chase. The interruptions might follow for the second ODI in Wellington too. Ahead of the second match, the city witnessed persistent rain in the first half of Friday as teams were forced to abandon their planned training sessions, a report in Cricinfo stated. The training sessions were scheduled to take place at Basin Reserve instead of the match venue Hnry Stadium, but New Zealand moved their practice to an indoor facility, although India cancelled their training session. As per Accuweather, there is a 60 per cent chance of precipitation on Saturday in Wellington. There is a 60 per cent chance of showers in the morning, while the precipitation probability reduces marginally to 55 per cent in the second half. The match is scheduled to begin at 3 PM local time, which is 7:30 AM IST. Going by hourly updates with local time, there is only 5 per cent and 8 per cent chance of precipitation at 12 noon and 1 PM local time, although the probability of rain increases to 49 per cent at 2 PM local, which is one hour before the start of the game. It remains 55 per cent and 60 per cent at 3 PM and 4 PM local, which points to the start of the play can be delayed. The rain probability dips down to 20 per cent at 5 PM, 15 per cent at 6 PM and 20 per cent at 7 PM, before rising again to 43 per cent at 8 PM, 47 per cent at 9 PM, 51 per cent at 10 PM and 40 per cent at 11 PM. The first match saw a couple of rain interruptions as well. After bowling New Zealand for 185, India were to chase 186 in 50 overs; however, the heavens opened up, and the target was reduced a couple of times before it was 143 in 32 overs. India chased it down with five wickets in hand and in 22.4 overs.
NZ Pacer Tickner Opens Up On Wife's Cancer Battle
New Zealand pacer Blair Tickner backs his team to bounce back against India in the second ODI, insisting the hosts have the quality to level the three-match series.
India's New Fielding Coach Reveals Secret Behind Virat Kohli's Catch, Rohit Sharma's Run Out
Asked specifically about a brilliant catch by Kohli and a sharp run out effected by Rohit Sharma in the series-opener, Ghosh said the two stalwarts benefit from the muscle memory that comes with fielding at the same position for several years.
Hussey Joins Australia Coaching Staff for Ashes, World Cups
Former Australian batter Michael Hussey has been appointed as a coaching consultant for Australia's 2027 Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns, and will also serve as a T20 advisor for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the T20 World Cup.
Cricket Australia has announced the appointment of Michael Hussey as consultant ahead of several marquee international events , including the 2027 Ashes, the ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 events. The appointment will see Hussey work across formats, with particular responsibility for providing guidance in the shortest format of the game.
Former IPL Star Chris Lynn Served Ban After Cocaine Test
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Mike Hussey to join Australian mens team coaching group ahead of key campaigns
Digital Desk | Melbourne, Nov 16 (IANS) Former Australia batter Mike Hussey will join Andrew McDonald's Australian coaching group as a consultant coach across key ICC tournaments and series over the next few years. Hussey brings a wealth of international experience having represented Australia in more than 300 matches across all formats. He has subsequently grown a coaching portfolio with Australia and England, including being part of their 2022 ICC Mens T20 World Cup victory, the IPL and The Hundred. Former Australian batter Mike Hussey will act as a consultant coach to the Australian mens team for the 2027 Ashes and ICC Mens Cricket World Cup, and as a T20 advisor for the 2028 LA Olympics and ICC T20 Mens World Cup cycle, Cricket Australia said in a statement. This team has achieved so much in recent times, to which I hope I can add value to the coaching and playing groups ahead of what will be an exciting and challenging period. Hussey will also provide coaching assistance during the upcoming T20I series against England and preparation leading into the Test series against New Zealand, as he has done in recent Australian summers. His T20 advisor role will see him provide T20 specific expertise and focus across a range of areas including campaign strategies, opposition insights, player scouting and performance. Hussey's stint with Australia will commence with this month's white-ball ODI and T20I series against England at home and the 51-year-old is looking forward to getting started. I am extremely excited about being a part of the team in a more formal and meaningful role in the coming years, Hussey said. With a heavy schedule of Test cricket over the coming 12 months Mike will work closely with team management, coaches and selectors to provide additional T20 support during this time, he added. Head Coach Andrew McDonald said, Mike has been a highly valued part of our staff in the past and brings a considerable skill set which is complementary to the coaches and players. Not only is his expertise as a player and coach across multiple formats, competitions, countries invaluable, so are his qualities as a person.
The Secret Behind Rohit, Kohli's Fielding Brilliance
India fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their brilliant fielding against New Zealand, explaining how anticipation made the difference.
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Star New Zealand batter Devon Conway has been ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against India after sustaining a concussion in a training-ground collision. New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has confirmed that he will no...
Australia Recruit Mike Hussey As Consultant For Ashes And 2027 World Cup
Mike Hussey was Friday appointed a consultant coach to the Australian team for next year's blockbuster Ashes series against England and the 2027 World Cup. The former Australian batsmen revealed in August that England's new red-ball coach, Stephen Fleming, had informally approached him to be their Test batting mentor. But the 51-year-old knocked back the audacious offer and has instead committed himself to helping his home nation arrest a batting crisis highlighted by their recent 2-1 Test series defeat in South Africa. Hussey, known as Mr Cricket for his technical expertise, will also provide coaching assistance during this month's home T20 series against England and the subsequent four-Test series against New Zealand. He will additionally work with Australia during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where cricket is on the agenda, and the T20 World Cup in 2028. I am extremely excited about being a part of the team in a more formal and meaningful role in the coming years, said Hussey, who played more than 300 matches for Australia across all formats. This team has achieved so much in recent times, to which I hope I can add value to the coaching and playing groups ahead of what will be an exciting and challenging period. Hussey has extensive experience as a coach, including with both Australia and England. He was part of England's coaching setup when they won the T20 World Cup in 2022 and was the Chennai Super Kings' long-time batting coach under Fleming in the Indian Premier League. He also led Welsh Fire in this year's Hundred. Mike has been a highly valued part of our staff in the past and brings a considerable skill set which is complementary to the coaches and players, said Australian head coach Andrew McDonald. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Not only is his expertise as a player and coach across multiple formats, competitions, countries invaluable, so are his qualities as a person.
Australia recruits Mike Hussey as consultant for Ashes and 2027 World Cup
Mr. Cricket Hussey has extensive experience as a coach, including with both Australia and England
India vs Nepal LIVE Score, ACC Men's U-19 Asia Cup: India will be taking on Nepal in their first Group A match of ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 on Friday at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Muscat, Oman.
Conway Out of India ODI Series Due to Concussion
New Zealand's big-hitting batter Devon Conway has been withdrawn from the remaining ODI matches against India after sustaining a concussion during training. Nick Kelly will replace him for the second match.
India vs Nepal Live Streaming, U19 Asia Cup 2026 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
India vs Nepal Live Streaming, Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026: India will begin their Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 campaign against Nepal on Friday at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Muscat, Oman.
Hussey joins Australia's coaching ranks for 2027 Ashes, World Cup and 2028 T20 World Cup
Hussey will be a consultant with a major focus on the 2028 Olympics and T20 World Cup but will also work with the team for the 2027 Ashes and ODI World Cup
Australian T20 Star Chris Lynn Banned For Cocaine Use
Big-hitting Australian Twenty20 specialist Chris Lynn has served a one-month ban for using cocaine and completed a substance abuse program, England's Cricket Regulator revealed Friday. The all-time leading run-scorer in the Big Bash League tested positive during a routine anti-doping test on July 18 during the T20 Blast Finals Day in England. He was a Northamptonshire player at the time, with England's Cricket Regulator only revealing the outcome on Friday. The Cricket Regulator has imposed a one-month suspension on former Northamptonshire Steelbacks cricketer Chris Lynn, it said. The period of suspension has now been served. Lynn, 36, tested positive for low levels of benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine, and admitted the charge. His ban was reduced from three months after he completed a rehabilitation program and the regulator agreed it was out-of-competition use and not related to sporting performance. Lynn played 18 T20s for Australia and four one-dayers. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Australian media said he was poised to join the Melbourne Renegades for this season's Big Bash League which gets underway next month.
Fresh Injury Blow For New Zealand, Devon Conway Ruled Out Of India ODI Series
Left-handed batter Nick Kelly, who was named in New Zealand's squad for the fourth and fifth ODIs, will join the team in Wellington on Friday and replace Conway for the second match of the series on Saturday.
IND vs NZ ODI series: Devon Conway ruled out of remaining matches, Kelly called in
Devon Conway has been withdrawn from the remaining matches owing to the concussion he sustained during training on November 3, 2026
Prithvi Shaw Not Giving Up On India Comeback Dream
The explosive opener has managed two half-centuries in seven innings this Ranji Trophy season, with his highest score of 70 coming against Delhi in Maharashtra's opening match. Since then, his returns have been 7, 21, 0, 17 and 12.
Rain threat hangs over second ODI in Wellington
Weather interruptions could feature for a second straight match as New Zealand look to come back from 1-0 down
Cristiano Ronaldo, who made his international debut in August 2003 as a substitute against Kazakhstan, announced the decision through a video message shared on Instagram, expressing pride and gratitude for representing Portugal throughout his 23-year-long career.
Big Blow For India As Rishabh Pant Set To Miss 3rd Unofficial Test vs New Zealand A
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is set to miss the third unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A, scheduled to begin in Lincoln on Saturday, as he continues to recover from a side strain.
Ex-KKR Star Suspended After Testing Positive For Cocaine Use
The all-time leading run-scorer in the Big Bash League tested positive during a routine anti-doping test on July 18 during the T20 Blast Finals Day in England.
Sourav Ganguly Reveals Delhi Capitals' Top IPL Auction Targets, Big Names In Sight
Delhi Capitals are going through a series of changes ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.
Subjected To Hate When Shubman Gill Gets 100: RCB Star Shows Ugly Side Of IPL
KKR let Shubman Gill go, with the batter eventually joining Gujarat Titans (GT) for Rs 8 crore as one of the three players drafted by the franchise alongside Hardik Pandya and Rashid Khan.
Ordinary Bowler, Confusing Trade: Kris Srikkanth Tears Into CSK's IPL 2027 Deal
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday completed a four-player trade ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.
Conway ruled out of ODI series with concussion, Kelly called in
Henry has been cleared of concussion following the training collision and is available for the second ODI against India in Wellington
Deepti in contention for ICC Player of the Month honour
In three T20Is that preceded the ODIs, Deepti batted only once, scoring 49 off 37 balls and chipped in with two scalps with her off-spin
Deepti's all-round show puts her in ICC award race
Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has been nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award following her impressive performances in both batting and bowling against Zimbabwe. She scored an unbeaten 106 and took five wickets in the ODI series, and contributed with 49 runs and two wickets in the T20Is. Other nominees include Marco Jansen, Arafat Minhas, Shai Hope, Annabel Sutherland, and Sobhana Mostary.
Linette banks on Chennai memories to rediscover mojo
WTA Chennai Open: Zakharova wards off Vaishnavis challenge
The Russian, with her lithe movement and lethal backhand, puts the Indian under pressure consistently before the latter gets injured
PCB's Demand For NOC Fee Forces Pakistan Players' Exodus From Abu Dhabi T10 League
The Pakistan Cricket Board is demanding a fee of USD 10,000 to give NOCs for participation in global franchise leagues, which has led to the country's players being forced out of the Abu Dhabi T10 League.
Lynn revealed to have served one-month suspension for cocaine use
Batter failed anti-doping test after Northants' victory on T20 Finals Day
Paliwal, Dhull hit centuries in draw
A dream game for me, says Ajith Ram
Bhupathi, Sania set to be SOM in AITA executive committee
Delhi are hoping to have Virat Kohli back in their dressing room for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, but coach Vijay Dahiya is not getting ahead of himself
Jangoo, Forde and Mangru earn maiden West Indies contracts
Board releases the 2026-27 list for both men's and women's cricket on Thursday
Campbell Returns As Forde, Jangoo, Mangru Hand Maiden West Indies Central Contracts
Cricket World Cup Qualifier: Opener John Campbell has won back a West Indies central contract for the first time since 2019, while Matthew Forde, Amir Jangoo and Mandy Mangru have been handed their maiden international retainers, as Cricket West Indies (CWI) unveiled its contracted players for the 2026/27 season on Thursday. Campbells return follows a memorable 2025/26 season. He hit his first Test hundred -- 115 against India in New Delhi -- and returned to the ODI side after a six-year gap. He marked that return by hitting 101 off 68 balls against India in Guwahati in September this year. He is joined on the list by three first-timers. Seamer Forde has taken more powerplay wickets than any other West Indies bowler in both white-ball formats over the past year -- 10 scalps in T20Is and six wickets in ODIs. Wicketkeeper-batter Jangoo struck 233 against Sri Lanka in Antigua in June. His 401-run partnership with Roston Chase in that innings is a world record for the sixth-wicket partnership in Tests. Interestingly, on the day CWI chose to announce its central contracts, Jangoo remained unbeaten on 111 on day one of the second Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet, including sharing a 131-run fourth-wicket stand with Kevin Wickham (61). On the womens side, Mandy, a member of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup in England, gets her first international contract. CWI director of cricket Miles Bascombe said every deal was tied to a clear goal. Every one of these contracts is tied to a job in front of us. For the men, the first job is the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier in February, and we go there with every intention of making it through. For the women, it is the Pakistan ODIs in December, which give us the chance to earn automatic qualification for the next ICC Womens Cricket World Cup. Matthew, Amir and Mandy have earned their places in that work, and John has earned his way back, he said in a statement. In all, 15 men and 15 women have received senior retainers, and three more men have been given development contracts. All the deals run from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. The three captains, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I), Chase (Test) and Hayley Matthews, remain at the heart of the group. Keacy Carty, Chase, Justin Greaves and Jomel Warrican are entering the final year of two-year deals, as are Deandra Dottin and Chinelle Henry among the women. Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste and Vitel Lawes have been handed development contracts. All three have already represented the West Indies, and the deals are also the first international contracts for Auguste and Lawes. CWI, though, hasnt mentioned the exact retainer amount slabs, though it did say in September about implementing a 25 percent pay cut for international players as part of financial restructuring. Development contracts bring players into the international set-up, where we can support them most closely and guide their progress. They are in contention for selection now. This gives them the best environment to keep growing while they compete for places, added Bascombe. The womens team will take on Pakistan in December under interim head coach Andre Coley. CWI added that players without international contracts remain eligible for selection across all West Indies teams. The Mens Academy cohort and regional womens contracts for 2026-27 will be announced separately. Contracted players: Senior men: John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase (Test captain), Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I captain), Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican. Mens development: Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Vitel Lawes. Senior men: John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase (Test captain), Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shai Hope (ODI and T20I captain), Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
I am both stressed and happy: Hyderabad coach Anirudh
'Important runs matter': Easwaran defends modest Ranji returns
Bengal skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran acknowledges his modest run-scoring this Ranji Trophy season but asserts the value of his contributions in crucial match situations. Despite a first-class average over 46, he has only one half-century this season. Easwaran, who was part of the 2025 England Test squad but later lost his India A place, remains optimistic about scoring big soon and stresses the need for Bengal's batting unit to take responsibility after a recent collapse.
559 runs not enough? Coach Dahiya's big challenge to Badoni
Delhi head coach Vijay Dahiya believes skipper Ayush Badoni has the ingredients for a big career but needs to raise his self-imposed standards. Badoni has responded to his India A omission with back-to-back double centuries in the Ranji Trophy. Dahiya advises Badoni to develop more patience at the crease and respect good bowling spells, rather than letting ego dictate his play.
Sarfarazs catch was outstanding, says Lad
The Mumbai captain also credits the teams fielding standards to the hard work put in during the off-season
Urvil warms up for Mushtaq Ali Trophy in style
The game-changing unbeaten 210 off just 227 balls was the cornerstone of Gujarats massive win over Kerala
India-Sri Lanka ODI moved from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
If not for the renovation of the outfield at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, a major issue with hosting the game in the national capital would have been the poor air quality in the month of December
All-round Rehan stars as Lions complete T20 sweep of West Indies A
James Rew and Calvin Harrison also impress as tourists seal 3-0 T20 series win
Ranji Trophy: Aniketh and Rakshanns last-wicket heroics win it for Hyderabad
The two add 39 runs to seal a thrilling win and help the home side consolidate top spot in Group B; Abhirath and Varun chip in with half-centuries
Kieron Pollard Set To Step Down As Coach Of MI London In The Hundred
Former West Indies cricketer Kieron Pollard is set to step down as MI London's head coach after earning a promotion with the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the same role
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Meant For Bigger Things But Sells Himself Very Cheap, Says Dahiya
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Delhi coach Vijay Dahiya believes captain Ayush Badoni is destined for bigger things, but feels the batting all-rounder sells himself short by not setting high enough standards. Badoni has been on a mission to bounce back from being dropped by India A by making big runs in the Ranji Trophy. He was a regular in the India A setup and had even led the side, apart from being in the senior team for the ODI series against New Zealand in January as a replacement for injured Washington Sundar. But after a poor IPL 2026 for Lucknow Super Giants, Badoni was left out of the India A series against Sri Lanka, Australia and the ongoing tour of New Zealand. With the first phase of the Ranji Trophy ending, Badoni sits as the second-highest run-scorer with 559 runs in four games coming at an average of 111.8, including hitting 210 not out and 217 against Gujarat and Jharkhand respectively. But Badoni managed only 7 and 17 in the drawn game against Services at Palam, with Delhi taking three points due to taking the first innings lead. Hes meant for bigger things, but he sells himself very cheap. He doesnt set the standard high enough for himself. Thats what I see in him, and Ive seen this in a lot of people who have gone on to achieve big things. Hes got all those traits too. When youre in an environment where your 100 becomes a daddy hundred, you need people to push you, Dahiya told reporters at the conclusion of the game on Thursday. Dahiya, who worked closely with Badoni at Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), also felt the batting all-rounder tends to get caught up in battles with bowlers, which in turn leads to him being unsettled when facing good balls. Sometimes, he gets affected when somebody bowls a couple of good deliveries. He needs to understand that he has to give the bowler respect as well. The bowler is doing his job. If somebody challenges you and says, Ill keep you tight, you have to respond. Its almost like a boxer. If somebody punches you once, you punch back twice. Dahiyas advice to Badoni is very simple: stay at the crease longer and see out the tough spells before going after the bowlers. I told him that he needs to spend time in the middle. You can only score runs when youre in the middle. Thats where he needs to bite the bullet and say, For the next half an hour, maybe for a session, Ill stay there. Then Ill score. It should hurt when youve captained India A, and then youre not even being talked about. But on two difficult wickets, he has scored back-to-back hundreds and a double hundred. So hes on the right path, he added. Dahiyas advice to Badoni is very simple: stay at the crease longer and see out the tough spells before going after the bowlers. I told him that he needs to spend time in the middle. You can only score runs when youre in the middle. Thats where he needs to bite the bullet and say, For the next half an hour, maybe for a session, Ill stay there. Then Ill score. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ajith Rams seven-wicket haul helps TN wrap up facile win against Chandigarh
Ranji Trophy: Priyansh curious to learn about Kohlis approach to chases: Dahiya
Delhi coach disappointed with the outcome as the team wanted the maximum out of Services game to stay alive
Taylor 131, Bennett's 71* give opening-day honours to Zimbabwe
The two added 137 for the third wicket to ensure Zimbabwe ended in a strong position despite Afghanistan taking three wickets in the final session
India-Sri Lanka ODI moved out of Delhi... Here's why
The ODI series opener between India and Sri Lanka on December 13, 2026, has been moved from Delhi's Feroz Shah Kotla to Visakhapatnam. The shift was requested by the DDCA due to concerns over potential weather disruption, high air pollution, and ongoing renovation work at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Ranji Trophy: Tripura stun Saurashtra; Mumbai get fourth win, Hyderabad edge Chhattisgarh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Tripura pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy by defeating former champions Saurashtra by 133 runs on the final day of their Elite Group B clash. Set 342 to win, Saurashtra were undone once again by off-spinner Sandip Sarkar. He followed his first-innings figures of 4-48 with 4-81, and finished with eight wickets in the match. Arpit Vasavada made 89, the only half-century of the second innings for Saurashtra, and was the last man to be dismissed after he was run out by Manisankar Murasingh to seal a famous win for Tripura in Agartala. Sridam Paul was named Player of the Match for scores of 86 and 50. At the Brabourne Stadium, 42-time champions Mumbai beat Railways by 106 runs to get their fourth straight outright win of the season. Mumbai had to wait until the final session to clinch the victory. Railways were 250/5 at the last drinks break and seemed set to escape with a draw. Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali had rebuilt the innings from 83/5 in the 31st over with a 167-run sixth-wicket stand. But on the very first ball after drinks, Goyal attempted a paddle sweep off Musheer Khan, and Musheers brother Sarfaraz, anticipating the shot from first slip, moved swiftly towards leg slip to take the catch. A couple of overs later, Musheer had Ali caught at long-off. Raj Choudhary and Himanshu Sangwan dug in for a while in an attempt to take Railways to a draw. But Tanush Kotian removed Choudhary, and Musheer came back to dismiss Sangwan and wrap up the win for Mumbai, as Railways lost their last five wickets for 15 runs. Elsewhere, Hyderabad scraped home by one wicket against Chhattisgarh in a nail-biting chase of 259 at the Gymkhana Ground. At 220/9, Hyderabad looked beaten, but a 39-run last-wicket stand off 104 balls turned the game, and Rakshann Readdi finished it with a six over long-off. The win also took Hyderabad to the top of the Group B table with 20 points. At the Eden Gardens, Maharashtra thrashed Bengal by 10 wickets in an Elite Group C clash. Bad light had cut into play on three days, but Maharashtra still had time to secure a bonus point. Pradeep Dhade and Hitesh Walunj took four wickets each on day for as Bengal were bowled out for 186 in their second innings, leaving Maharashtra a target of 112 to chase. Openers Sachin Dhas and Prithvi Shaw knocked it off in just 19.4 overs. While Dhas was unbeaten on 61 off 68 balls with 10 fours, and reached his fifty in 43 deliveries, Shaw made an unbeaten 53 off 50 balls, laced with three fours and four sixes, and got his half-century in 47 balls. It was Maharashtras biggest win of the season and their second outright victory. The seven points took them to 19, past previous leaders Bengal, who suffered their first defeat of the season. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat crushed Kerala by an innings and 58 runs to get a bonus-point victory. Urvil Patels unbeaten 210 set up the win, while Arzan Nagwaswalla finished with match figures of 8-83, including 4-24 on the last day, as Kerala were bowled out for 197 after being made to follow on. Tamil Nadu needed three wickets on the final day, and Ajith Ram took them all, finishing with 7-48 to seal the win over Chandigarh. At the Air Force Complex Ground in Palam, Yash Dhulls first hundred of the season helped Delhi hold on for a draw against Services and take three points due to taking a first-innings lead. Chasing 320, Delhi slipped to 119/4 just before tea when Nitin Tanwar removed Ayush Doseja for 14. But Dhull stood firm and finished unbeaten on 104 off 104 balls, with 11 fours and two sixes. He reached his century off 102 deliveries, shortly before the teams shook hands with Delhi, ending on 168/4 after 38 overs. Services captain Rajat Paliwal completed a century in each innings, while ex-Delhi player Mohit Ahlawat made 142 as Services declared their second innings at 397/9. Elsewhere, several games ended in draws. Uttar Pradesh made 492, built on Adarsh Singhs 162 and Madhav Kaushiks 137, and Prashant Veer took 3-42, but they could not get a win over Baroda in Kanpur. Jammu and Kashmir piled up 555/6 and took a 170-run first-innings lead over Pondicherry, who batted out the game thanks to Ankit Sharmas 62 in Srinagar. Andhra replied to Punjabs 592/9 with 505/8 to secure a draw. Shaik Rasheed made 176, while Karan Shinde fell four runs short of a hundred. Rain cost Jharkhand plenty of overs against Odisha, who reached 280/7 on the final day as the match was drawn. Pukhraj Manns unbeaten 153 on the final day saved the game for Himachal Pradesh against Rajasthan. All three Plate Group matches produced results. Satyajeet Bachhav followed his first-innings 6-50 with figures of 7-33 as Sikkim beat Manipur by 201 runs. Nagaland bowled out Meghalaya for 172 in the second innings to win by 122 runs. Mizoram beat Arunachal Pradesh by an innings and 29 runs, with Chinmay Sutar making 175 and Bobby Zothansanga taking five wickets in the second innings. The Ranji Trophy will now take a break for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and resume in January.
First India-Sri Lanka ODI shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
It was done after a request from the DDCA, in view of the potential weather disruption and proposed renovation work at stadium
Ranji Trophy: Mumbai makes it four out of four despite Eshaan-Zubair fightback
Brothers Musheer and Sarfaraz combine to end the 167-run stand in the final session; Railways loses its last five wickets for just 15 runs inside 12 overs
How Mumbai pulled off a stunning Ranji Trophy win
Mumbai secured a dramatic 106-run victory over a resilient Railways in the Ranji Trophy Group D clash. Despite centuries from Railways' Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali, Mumbai's exceptional fielding and crucial breakthroughs in the final hour, spearheaded by Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan, ensured their fourth outright win, taking their points tally to 27.
Visakhapatnam replaces New Delhi as venue for first India-Sri Lanka mens ODI
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Visakhapatnam has replaced New Delhi as the venue for the first mens ODI between India and Sri Lanka, to be played on December 13, said the BCCI on Thursday. The series opener will now be played at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, with the date and start time unchanged. The venue change has been made following a request from the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA), in view of the potential weather disruption and the proposed renovation work at the stadium, further said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in his statement. IANS had previously reported on September 25 that the game could be moved out of Indias national capital because of a planned major overhaul of the drainage system at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. As part of the work, the stadiums soil-based outfield will be converted into a sand-based one, apart from the pitches being relaid and recultivation of grass in the outfield. The ongoing renovation work previously led to Delhi shifting its Ranji Trophy matches to the Air Force Ground in Palam, while its hosting of the league stage matches of the ongoing Senior Womens T20 Trophy was handed over to Surat. IANS also understands that the post-Diwali air pollution in New Delhi was also another cause of concern, especially with the Air Quality Index (AQI) going upwards of 350 in December, thus posing huge risk to well-being of the players. During the drawn India-Sri Lanka Test held in New Delhi in December 2017, play was repeatedly disrupted as several Sri Lankan players were seen vomiting on the field due to poor air quality. After the ODI series opener in Visakhapatnam, further matches will be played in Bengaluru on December 16 and Ahmedabad on December 19. It is followed by three T20Is taking place in Rajkot on December 22, Cuttack on December 24 and Pune on December 27. All three ODIs will begin at 2 pm, while the T20Is are scheduled to start at 7 pm.
India-Sri Lanka ODI Series Opener Shifted To Visakhapatnam From Delhi
Sri Lanka will tour India for three ODIs and as many T20Is starting December 13
Ranji Trophy: Nagwaswalla stars as Gujarat hands Kerala innings defeat
The left-arm medium pacer claims four while spinner Siddharth scalps two as the visiting side gets bundled out for 191 on the final day; Sachin and Vishnu offer some resistance
BCCI Shifts India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI From Delhi To Visakhapatnam. Here's The Reason
The ODI series opener between India and Sri Lanka on December 13 was on Thursday shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam
Gloucestershire to play as 'Bristol' in T20 Blast from next season
New identity set to be unveiled following wide-ranging review since end of 2026 season
