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Bageshwar Aerial, Mussoorie Queens Notch Wins In UPL 2026
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium: Bageshwar Aerial and Mussoorie Queens registered contrasting victories in the womens competition at the Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2026, with both sides successfully chasing targets at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun on Tuesday. Bageshwar Aerial began the day with a three-wicket win over Pithoragarh Hurricanes after chasing down 136 with five balls to spare. After opting to field, Bageshwar Aerial restricted Pithoragarh Hurricanes to 135/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Gayatri Arya top-scored with 41 off 35 balls as the Hurricanes struggled to build enough momentum for a challenging total. The chase proved to be a closely fought affair, but Bageshwar Aerial held their nerve to finish on 136/7 in 19.1 overs. Nandini Kaushik played a key role in the successful pursuit, contributing 41 off 35 balls. Mussoorie Queens, meanwhile, produced a more commanding performance in the second game, defeating Dehradun Warriors by eight wickets. Dehradun Warriors chose to bat first but were bowled out for 123 in 19 overs. Preeti Bhandari offered the strongest resistance with a 38-ball 59, but Mussoorie Queens' bowlers kept the scoring in check throughout the innings. Nisha Mishra was the chief architect of the bowling effort, claiming four wickets to earn the Player of the Match award. The Queens then completed the chase with 10 balls to spare, reaching 125/2 in 18.3 overs. Captain Nandini Kashyap anchored the innings with an unbeaten 62 off 64 balls to steer her side comfortably over the line. Kashyap said the team's preparation and planning against individual opponents had played an important role in their performances. We are doing a lot of preparation. As I said earlier, we are planning against every team. We are studying the batters and bowlers and making our plans accordingly, and so far, those plans have worked really well. We will take the same approach into our next two matches, including the final. All the girls are following the plans and executing them really well, which is helping us as a team. The Mussoorie captain also felt the surface offered better batting conditions than in their previous outing, although it became slightly slower by the time her side began its chase. We are doing a lot of preparation. As I said earlier, we are planning against every team. We are studying the batters and bowlers and making our plans accordingly, and so far, those plans have worked really well. We will take the same approach into our next two matches, including the final. All the girls are following the plans and executing them really well, which is helping us as a team. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The two results added further momentum to the women's competition as the teams continue their push towards the next stage of the third UPL season. Article Source: IANS
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Team India Scripts Huge World Record, Leave Pakistan Behind To Achieve Historic Feat
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Sri Lanka Announces Sahan Arachchige-led 15-member Squad For Asian Games
Sri Lanka Cricket: Sri Lanka Cricket on Tuesday named a 15-member mens squad for the ongoing Asian Games 2026 in Japan, with Sahan Arachchige appointed captain and Niroshan Dickwella retained as the wicketkeeper. The Sri Lankan squad is scheduled to leave for Japan on September 24, with the 10-team T20I competition set to be held from September 24 to October 3 at Krogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture. The squad features a mix of experienced campaigners and fringe players, with Chamika Karunaratne and Nuwan Thushara among the senior names. Ashen Bandara, Sohan de Livera and Lasith Croospulle provide batting options, while Vijayakanth Viyaskanth adds a specialist leg-spin option to the bowling attack. The squad is significantly different from the one that recently featured in Sri Lankas three-match T20I series in England, which the hosts won 3-0 following an eight-wicket victory at Old Trafford on September 19. Only Nuwan Thushara and Tharindu Ratnayake have been included in both squads. Charith Asalanka captained Sri Lanka in England after originally selected skipper Kusal Mendis and Binura Fernando were ruled out with injuries. Fernando has since recovered and has been included in the Asian Games squad. Cricket has featured at the Asian Games on three occasions since making its debut at the 2010 edition in Guangzhou. Sri Lanka won bronze in Guangzhou before claiming the gold medal in Incheon in 2014, where they defeated Afghanistan in the final. However, Sri Lanka returned empty-handed from the 2023 Hangzhou Games, with India winning gold, Afghanistan taking silver and Bangladesh securing the bronze medal. Sri Lanka will now look to return to the Asian Games podium for the first time since their 2014 gold-medal triumph. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan, besides Sri Lanka, are contenders for the medal in the Aichi-Nagoya Games. However, Sri Lanka returned empty-handed from the 2023 Hangzhou Games, with India winning gold, Afghanistan taking silver and Bangladesh securing the bronze medal. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Sahan Arachchige (c), Lasith Croospulle, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Sineth Jayawardena, Nuwanidu Fernando, Sohan de Livera, Ashen Bandara, Chamika Karunaratne, Tharindu Ratnayake, Wanuja Sahan, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Dushan Hemantha, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando, Garuka Sanketh Article Source: IANS
IPL Match-Fixing Controversy Engulfs Indian Cricket, Ex-CSK Player Makes Massive Revelation
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Root Joins Tendulkar, Kohli in Elite 23,000-Run Club
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Kushagra, Kotian fifties rescue India A from 97 for 5
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My Dream Does Not End Here: Odishas Deaf Cricketer Sibun Nanda Eyes Ranji Trophy Debut
Radha Krishna Billa Street: Odishas 19-year-old cricketer Sibun Nanda has already realised one of his biggest dreams by representing India in Deaf Cricket, but the all-rounder from Berhampur is now aiming for a bigger stage, with his sights set on the Ranji Trophy and eventually the senior India team. Nanda, who is unable to hear or speak, has represented India in two Deaf Cricket matches and has also been part of the Odisha U19 team in the Cooch Behar Trophy and Vinoo Mankad Trophy over the last three seasons. A right-handed batter and right-arm fast bowler, Nanda is currently part of the Kataka Panthers in the Odisha T20 League-CM Trophy. His journey from the Khalikote College Ground in Berhampur to the India Deaf Cricket setup has strengthened his belief that he can progress further in the game. My vision is to progress further in cricket and regularly represent India. I have already played two matches for India in Deaf Cricket, which is a very big achievement and a matter of pride for me. But my dream does not end there. I want to play in the Ranji Trophy, and if I get the opportunity, I also want to represent Indias senior cricket team, Nanda said. For that, I am completely focused on regular practice, fitness and performance. My dream is to make Odisha, my family and my supporters proud through my performances, he added. Nandas story has drawn comparisons with the character Iqbal from the 2005 Bollywood film of the same name, which portrayed a young deaf and mute cricketer determined to make it to the highest level. But Nandas journey is his own, and communication has never stopped him from making an impact on the cricket field. He relies on hand signals, gestures and eye contact to communicate with his teammates during matches. I dont face any major difficulty while playing. During matches, we communicate with each other through hand signals, gestures and eye contact. For me, communication is not just about speaking; it is also about understanding each other, he said. Born and brought up in Berhampurs Radha Krishna Billa Street near Gate Bazar, Nanda comes from a family where his father works as a priest and astrologer. His cricket journey began at the Khalikote College Ground, where he developed his skills as an all-rounder before progressing through Odishas age-group setup and eventually making his India Deaf Cricket debut. Nanda draws inspiration from former India captain M.S. Dhoni and all-rounder Hardik Pandya. His cricket journey began at the Khalikote College Ground, where he developed his skills as an all-rounder before progressing through Odishas age-group setup and eventually making his India Deaf Cricket debut. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Having already donned the India jersey in Deaf Cricket, Nanda now wants to take the next step by breaking into the Ranji Trophy setup and continuing his pursuit of a place in the senior national team. Article Source: IANS
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Don't Buy Gold, Win It: Deepti Sharma To NDTV After India's Asian Games 2026 Glory In Cricket
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ICC chairman Jay Shah and BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia congratulated the Indian women's cricket team after it successfully defended its Asian Games gold medal with a commanding 147-run victory over Sri Lanka in the final in Nisshin on Tuesday.
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T20I Batting Rankings: In-form Shafali Verma Moves Up
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'Every Player Wants To Win The World Cup': Miller Eyes Glory With Proteas In 2027
The Cricket World Cup: South African batter David Miller has set his sights on World Cup glory but believes the Proteas must keep their focus firmly on the process as they build towards next years ICC Mens Cricket World Cup. Miller, who is set to return to ODI cricket after more than 18 months, said winning the World Cup remains a major ambition for every player and team, with South Africa aiming to end their long wait for the coveted trophy in the 2027 edition. The 2027 World Cup will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, allowing Miller to potentially feature in a World Cup on home soil. [The Cricket World Cup] is obviously a quest and a dream come true. Every player, every team going to the World Cup, wants to win the World Cup, Miller said ahead of South Africas three-match ODI series against Australia. South Africa have come close in recent editions but have been unable to go all the way. They lost in the semifinals in 2015 and 2023, while Miller was part of the side that suffered a narrow defeat to Australia in the 2015 semifinal. The 37-year-old, who has 178 ODIs to his name, said South Africa need to ensure their preparation and playing approach are aligned rather than allowing the pressure of winning the World Cup to affect their decision-making. Things got to work out; you got to align things with your team, where you want to go and how you want to play. So all those things come into play, and weve played really good cricket in the last couple of years. In World Cups, we havent won a World Cup, but weve certainly been knocking on the door, he said. Miller believes the Proteas can give themselves the best chance of success by concentrating on their preparation and skills rather than becoming consumed by the eventual target. Sometimes, when youre striving too much for something, errors come into play, and you kind of get frantic, and you dont think clearly, he said. So thats something that were focusing on; just allow the process to be, making sure we prepare really well and doing the best that we can, and our skills will outplay anything if we play to those skills. Its just keeping it really simple; its a clich, but it really is the way forward, he added. For Miller, the prospect of playing in a World Cup in front of a home crowd adds another layer to the ambition. Being at a World Cup in itself is amazing. But being at home is something even more special. It would be a dream come true, he said. However, Miller knows he must first secure his place in the South African squad and deliver consistently over the next year. Theres still a bit of hard work to do until then, a couple of series; its just over a year away. A lot of hard work for myself to put myself in a position to make it that team, he added. For Miller, the prospect of playing in a World Cup in front of a home crowd adds another layer to the ambition. Being at a World Cup in itself is amazing. But being at home is something even more special. It would be a dream come true, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I do enjoy playing against Australia. Theyve always been a really competitive team, with really high-skilled players individually. You always want to play against the best. So its about that and raising your standards. Being tested against the best is really nice, Miller said. Article Source: IANS
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'Asian Games Gold Will Motivate Team For Olympics': Deepti Sharma After Second Straight Top Prize
Korogi Sports Park: India star all-rounder Deepti Sharma was elated to win the second straight gold medal with the Indian women's team at the Asian Games 2026 on Tuesday. After winning a gold at the Hangzhou Games in 2023, the Women in Blue defended the yellow metal with a stellar 147-run win over Sri Lanka at the Korogi Sports Park, a second straight win over the Sri Lankan side in a continental event after having defeated them in the final of the 2023 edition and also in the title clash of the recent Asia Cup 2026. Speaking after Tuesday's win in Nisshin, Deepti emphasised that the gold medal has given them twice the happiness after the trophies that they have won recently. Absolutely, we are very happy. And winning the gold medal has made us twice as happy because we have always played for trophies. Last time we won the gold medal in the Asian Games, and this year as well. The biggest thing is that this is the first gold medal for the country in the 2026 edition. What can be better than this? So we are enjoying this, Deepti told reporters after the gold win. India beat Sri Lanka twice in the last few days, with this gold coming within 10 days of the Asia Cup victory. Sri Lanka is a very good team. We know that they have a very good batting line-up and bowling. But we know that as a team, when the Indian team does well, we always dominate and play all the matches we have played, she said. Whether it is the Asia Cup or Asian Games, the difference is only between the trophy and the medal. It feels very good to win the medal, she said. Meanwhile, Deepti said the Asian Games gold will act as a confidence-booster for the Women in Blue ahead of the 2028 Olympics, as cricket will make its return to the Games after 128 years, with women's cricket slated to be played for the first time at the Los Angeles Games. And this (gold medal) will motivate us a lot for the future because the Olympics are coming up and cricket has also become a part of it. So, I think this will motivate us to play better cricket, Deepti added. Meanwhile, Deepti said the Asian Games gold will act as a confidence-booster for the Women in Blue ahead of the 2028 Olympics, as cricket will make its return to the Games after 128 years, with women's cricket slated to be played for the first time at the Los Angeles Games. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Indian women's cricket team starred in both departments to defend their gold medal. Smriti Mandhana's 79 led them to a record total of 216/3 in the final, while Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma, Shreyanka Patil and Sree Charani shared nine wickets between them to power India to a huge 147-run victory. Article Source: IANS
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Asian Games: BCCI President, Sachin Tendulkar Hail Indian Women's Team For Winning Gold Medal
Mithun Manhas: BCCI president Mithun Manhas and batting great Sachin Tendulkar congratulated the Indian womens cricket team after it bagged a second successive gold medal at the Asian Games with a thumping 147-run win over Sri Lanka in the final of the 2026 edition on Tuesday. Manhas congratulated the team for securing Indias first gold medal at the ongoing Asian Games, while Tendulkar praised the collective effort of the side after a dominant performance with both bat and ball. Heartiest congratulations to the Indian Womens Team on winning the gold medal at the Asian Games in Japan. Many congratulations to Sri Lanka for finishing as runners-up! @BCCI, Manhas posted on X. Tendulkar highlighted the contributions of different players across the match, with India producing a record-breaking batting effort before their bowlers completed the job. Thats the beauty of a team game. Different players, different moments, one big result. Shafali and Smritis 99-run partnership at the top gave India the platform, Richa Ghoshs late blitz took the total to a massive 216, and then Shafali, Deepti, Shreyanka and Shree Charani kept finding the wickets. A terrific effort from the Indian womens team. Congratulations on the Gold! Tendulkar posted on X. India, who had won gold in the previous edition of the Asian Games in Hangzhou, successfully defended their title against the same opponents. After being put in to bat, India posted a record 216/3, their highest-ever total in the history of the Womens Asian Games. It was also the highest score in a womens T20 final, with Smriti Mandhana leading the charge with a blistering 79 off 45 balls, including seven sixes and five fours. Shafali Verma added 48 off 29 balls as she and Mandhana put together a 99-run opening partnership. Richa Ghosh then provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 49 off just 22 balls to propel India past the 200-run mark. Indias bowlers then completed a comprehensive victory as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 69. Deepti Sharma claimed three wickets, while Shafali Verma, Shreyanka Patil and Sree Charani chipped in with two wickets each. Shafali Verma added 48 off 29 balls as she and Mandhana put together a 99-run opening partnership. Richa Ghosh then provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 49 off just 22 balls to propel India past the 200-run mark. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Shreyanka wrapped up the innings by dismissing Kaushani Nuthyangana for 14, sealing Indias first gold medal of the ongoing Asian Games and their seventh medal overall. Article Source: IANS
ICC Rankings: Shafali Breaks Into Top Four Among T20I Batters As Indians Rise After Asiad Heroics
T20I Batting Rankings: Indias Shafali Verma climbed to fourth in the latest ICC Womens T20I Batting Rankings after a productive Asian Games campaign, while a number of players from India, Pakistan and South Africa made significant gains in the latest update. Shafalis rise came after she struck her maiden T20I century, an unbeaten 100 against Bangladesh in the Asian Games semifinal at Nisshin. She had earlier contributed an unbeaten 40 against Japan as India progressed to the final. The Indian opener is now among the top four batters in the format, with her Asian Games performances strengthening her position near the top of the rankings. Pakistan also had several batters make notable progress. Shawaal Zulfiqar surged 16 places to 29th, entering the top 30 for the first time with a career-best rating of 558. She scored 25 in Pakistans quarterfinal against Indonesia before making 54 in the semifinal against Sri Lanka. Her teammate Ayesha Zafar made an even bigger jump, climbing 31 places to 40th after her 71 against Sri Lanka. Zafars 489 rating points represent a career best, while she also moved nine places to 30th in the T20I all-rounder rankings. India continue to dominate the top of the T20I bowling charts, with Sree Charani retaining the No. 1 position with a rating of 799. Deepti Sharma remains second, 70 points behind her teammate. There was further movement among Indias bowlers, with Kranti Gaud rising 15 places to 57th and Nandani Sharma moving up 22 spots to 72nd. Both registered career-best rating points, with Gaud on 461 and Nandani on 432. Pakistans Sadia Iqbal moved up one place to eighth, while captain Fatima Sana climbed five spots to 24th. Bangladeshs Sanjida Akter Meghla rose five places to joint-49th, while Thailands Onnicha Kamchomphu advanced six spots to joint-63rd after taking three wickets against Pakistan. South Africas players also benefited from their comprehensive 5-0 T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe. Miane Smit was among the biggest movers, jumping 63 places to a career-best joint-53rd in the batting rankings after scoring a century in the fourth match of the series. Anneke Bosch, the leading run-scorer in the series with 214 runs, climbed eight places to 46th and broke into the top 50. Annerie Dercksen also registered a career-best 179 rating points in the all-rounder rankings, moving to 22nd. Miane Smit was among the biggest movers, jumping 63 places to a career-best joint-53rd in the batting rankings after scoring a century in the fourth match of the series. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The latest rankings, which take performances through Monday into account, reflect the impact of the Asian Games and South Africas dominant series against Zimbabwe, with several players rewarded for standout displays. Article Source: IANS
ICC Chief Jay Shah, BCCI Secy Saikia Hail Indian Womens Cricket Team After Asian Games Gold
BCCI Secy Saikia: ICC chairman Jay Shah and BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia congratulated the Indian womens cricket team after it successfully defended its Asian Games gold medal with a commanding 147-run victory over Sri Lanka in the final in Nisshin on Tuesday. India produced a dominant all-round performance to claim its first gold medal of the ongoing Asian Games. Smriti Mandhanas 79 off 45 balls powered India to a record 216/3 before the bowlers dismissed Sri Lanka for just 69. Congratulations to India womens team for winning the Asian Games gold! And well played Sri Lanka on clinching silver in Japan after a strong campaign. As we look ahead to crickets return to the Olympics at #LA28, spectacles like this prove that the womens game is ready to command the biggest multi-sport stages, Jay Shah wrote on X on Monday. Mandhanas innings included seven sixes and five fours, while Shafali Verma contributed 48 off 29 balls. Richa Ghosh then provided the late impetus with an unbeaten 49 off 22 deliveries as India posted the highest total in the history of the womens Asian Games cricket competition. Saikia hailed the team for securing back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, while also highlighting the sides recent success at the Asia Cup. Heartiest congratulations to our Womens Team @BCCIWomen on winning Gold at the Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya! Back-to-back Asian Games Gold medals a remarkable achievement and a truly proud moment for Indian cricket. After a dominant Asia Cup campaign in Dubai , the team carried that winning momentum into Nagoya, playing with confidence, flair and determination throughout. Congratulations to each member of Womens Team , both players and support staff. You have made the nation proud once again! Indias bowlers then completed a comprehensive victory. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer with figures of 3-6, while Shafali Verma and Sree Charani claimed two wickets each. Shreyanka Patil also took two wickets as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 69. Chamari Athapaththu top-scored for Sri Lanka with 29 off 21 balls, but the chase never gained momentum as India kept striking at regular intervals. Indias bowlers then completed a comprehensive victory. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer with figures of 3-6, while Shafali Verma and Sree Charani claimed two wickets each. Shreyanka Patil also took two wickets as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 69. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Indias 216/3 also broke the previous Asian Games record of 202/4, set by Hong Kong against Mongolia in the 2023 Hangzhou Games. The total was also the highest in a womens T20 final, surpassing the previous mark of 210 set by Brazil against Spain earlier this year. Article Source: IANS
Asian Games: Left Column Finally Has A Medal, Says India Coach Muzumdar On Gold Win
Amol Muzumdar: India womens cricket team head coach Amol Muzumdar said the teams successful title defence at the 2026 Asian Games could trigger a run of gold medals for the country after India defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in the final at Nagoya on Tuesday. India, which retained the womens cricket title from the previous edition, posted 216/3 before dismissing Sri Lanka for 69. The victory gave the country its first gold medal of the 2026 edition. It came after a campaign shaped by a demanding international schedule, unfamiliar playing conditions and a short turnaround between matches. Its been fantastic. Im really happy that you know that finally that left-hand side column (Gold) has got one medal and Im sure post this, therell be a streak of Gold medals for India at the Games hereon, Muzumdar told IANS after Indias second successive Asiad gold. The result followed Indias recent Asia Cup triumph in Dubai, with Muzumdar underlining the physical and tactical adjustments players needed as they moved from one tournament to another. Every tournament has got its own significance; every tournament has got its own pressures. The demands are different. So I guess it wasnt easy going into Dubai and winning the Asia Cup. The humidity level over there was very high, and the conditions were tough, but you know, hats off to every player; they stuck at it, and they showed very good performance in the Asia Cup in Dubai. But coming from Dubai straight into Japan, straight to Tokyo and then to Nagoya, its been a fabulous journey for everyone. There were demands of this tournament as well. We didnt know what conditions we would get over here. There was a hybrid pitch, and they adapted to the pitch conditions and the overhead conditions really well. Indias batting set the tone for the final. Smriti Mandhana struck 79 from 45 deliveries, Shafali Verma made 48 off 29, and Richa Ghosh added an unbeaten 49 from 22 balls. The combined effort took India to the highest total recorded in womens cricket at the Asian Games. Muzumdar said the teams preparation window between matches also helped the players settle into the conditions before the decisive stages of the competition, stating, Yeah, we did. We played a game on 18th, and then we had a break on 19, and then we played the semifinals on the 20th. So we had a couple of days' break, and we used it really well. The bowlers then completed the victory, with Deepti Sharma taking three wickets and Shafali Verma and Sree Charani claiming two each. Sri Lankas chase never gathered momentum as India maintained pressure throughout the innings. Away from the field, Muzumdar said the team had also enjoyed its time in Japan, particularly the hospitality and local cuisine. I enjoyed Japan. I thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and the food here. Im a foodie, as I said before, so I enjoyed the food here too. We explored the city and the food. Its been fantastic so far in Japan. For Muzumdar, the celebrations will be the culmination of a preparation process that began well before the Asian Games. He credited the players and support staff for sustaining their effort through the campaign. I enjoyed Japan. I thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and the food here. Im a foodie, as I said before, so I enjoyed the food here too. We explored the city and the food. Its been fantastic so far in Japan. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Indias victory over Sri Lanka extended its dominance in the womens cricket event at the Asian Games, with the team now holding gold medals from both editions in which the sport has featured. Article Source: IANS
A Completely Different Feeling: Shreyanka, Richa Rejoice After Gold Medal Win
Richa Ghosh: India wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh said winning the gold medal at the Asian Games was a special feeling, as the womens team produced a dominant performance to retain its title with a crushing victory over Sri Lanka in the final. It feels really good, I am very happy. And obviously, when you have a gold medal, there is a completely different feeling, and I am feeling really good, Richa told IANS after Indias emphatic win. India put in a dominant all-round performance, thanks to Smriti Mandhana's brilliant 79 scored off 45 balls, which took the team to a record total of 216/3. Mandhana hit seven sixes and five fours, while Shafali Verma scored 48 off 29 balls. Richa then gave the team a late boost by scoring 49 off 22 deliveries, setting a new record for the highest score in the history of women's Asian Games cricket. The bowlers then finished off the job in a strong, decisive manner, reducing Sri Lanka to just 69. Deepti Sharma was the most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets for 6 runs, while Shafali Verma, Sree Charani, and Shreyanka Patil each took 2 wickets. Chamari Athapaththu scored the highest for Sri Lanka, making 29 off 21 balls, but the chase never picked up speed since India kept attacking at regular intervals. For Shreyanka, the gold medal was also the fulfilment of a vision she had before the final. The all-rounder revealed that she had already imagined herself standing on the podium with the gold around her neck. I was very excited before this game. I was already thinking that I'm going to wear the gold medal because I love manifesting and visualising. So, yeah, very happy and grateful to be wearing this gold medal and standing on the podium, she said. Shreyanka said she planned to mark the special occasion by calling her parents and enjoying a good dinner, and she also revealed her fondness for Japanese cuisine. It's a very special day for me personally. So, I think I'll just call my parents and then show them the medal and also have good dinner. I love to try different cuisine. Now that I'm in Japan, I love to try Japanese cuisine as well. So, I love sushi. So, yeah, it was Indian, Japanese. So, I love trying out different stuff. The gold medal was particularly special for Shreyanka because of the support she has received from her family throughout her career. She said her parents had been following the action closely and would be among the first people she would speak to after the win. I mean, I don't have to share the news because they're always in front of the TV when I'm playing or when India is playing for that matter. So, I think they're very proud of me and I think when I get to the bus, I think first thing will be calling my parents. The gold medal was particularly special for Shreyanka because of the support she has received from her family throughout her career. She said her parents had been following the action closely and would be among the first people she would speak to after the win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The victory saw India retain the Asian Games womens cricket gold medal, having also defeated Sri Lanka in the final of the previous edition in Hangzhou. Article Source: IANS
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Asian Games: With cricket still a relatively unfamiliar sport for many Japanese fans, the Asian Games organising committee has come up with a simple and illustrated guide to help spectators understand the basics of the game and enjoy the action at the venue. The two-page guide, distributed among Japanese fans, explains everything from the number of players and the format of a T20 match to scoring, dismissals, umpiring signals and how to read the scoreboard. The guide begins with a basic introduction to cricket, explaining that it is played between two teams of 11 players and that the T20 format adopted at the Asian Games consists of 20 overs per innings, with each match lasting around three hours. For spectators new to the sport, the guide explains how batting and bowling teams alternate innings, with the team scoring the most runs declared the winner. It also explains that an innings can end earlier if 10 wickets fall. A large illustrated section introduces the cricket ground and different positions, including the bowler, batter, wicketkeeper, umpire, fielders and wicketkeeper standing behind the stumps. The organisers have also explained the three basic ways of scoring runs running between the wickets, four runs when the ball reaches the boundary after bouncing, and six runs when the batter clears the boundary without the ball bouncing. One of the most useful sections for first-time spectators covers the different ways a batter can be dismissed. The guide illustrates run out, bowled, stumped, hit wicket, caught and leg before wicket (LBW), using simple graphics and brief explanations. Umpiring signals have also been included, explaining calls such as four, six, no-ball, bye, out and wide. The guide aims to make it easier for spectators to follow the officials decisions during the match. There is also a section explaining how to read a cricket scoreboard, including the number of runs scored, overs bowled and wickets lost. Umpiring signals have also been included, explaining calls such as four, six, no-ball, bye, out and wide. The guide aims to make it easier for spectators to follow the officials decisions during the match. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Rather than assuming prior knowledge, the organisers have attempted to bridge the gap with a visual guide that allows Japanese fans to follow the game from the first ball to the final over. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: India captain Shreyas Iyer praised Japan for their spirited performance and hailed the efforts behind the historic five-over contest after India held their nerve to edge the hosts by two runs in Sano on Tuesday. First, congratulations to Japan and India for 75 years of diplomatic relationship. It's something that we keep talking about every now and then when we arrive, Iyer said after the match. Talking about today's occasion, it was a long travel for us. It took us three hours to reach here, but at the back of our mind, we had only one thing, that we want to play the game, excite the crowd who has come to see the game and the supporters who've been thriving to see to it that this match was organised, he added. The game started only after an almost 2.5-hour delay caused by the wet outfield and was finally limited to five overs per side. India were all out for 32 runs on a score of 4, following the effective use of the conditions by Japan's spinners, Iyer scoring 16 off 12 balls. Japan then nearly reached 33, but India held on to the total by two runs, with Washington Sundar taking two wickets and Axar Patel maintaining control. The fact that the match took place despite the difficult circumstances, Iyer stated, made the event special. So congratulations to everyone who has been present over here to deliver this particular game, and it's come out so fantastic. Even though it was five overs, I personally feel that at least we got a game to see and to honestly experience such a great performance from Japanese team and also Indian players as well. Yeah, overall, I feel it was an exciting game and yeah, honestly they were also brilliant with their performances, he stated. The victory was also Indias 200th in T20 internationals, including Super Over wins, while Japans performance gave them plenty of encouragement ahead of their Asian Games campaign. For Iyer, the match also provided an opportunity to lead the T20 World Cup champions and Asian Games gold medalists, a responsibility he said he relishes. I think it's a pleasure to be leading the Indian team with the performances you've seen in the past, winning so many trophies. It's a great responsibility as well, but without responsibility, it doesn't come pressure, and I feel that I thrive under pressure. So it's a great role for me, and I always feel that the captaincy is something that gets the best out of me, so I'm always loving to explore this, he mentioned. I think it's a pleasure to be leading the Indian team with the performances you've seen in the past, winning so many trophies. It's a great responsibility as well, but without responsibility, it doesn't come pressure, and I feel that I thrive under pressure. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories See, that is the eventual goal, but it's important that we take one step at a time. First we go to Nagoya, assess the conditions and have the awareness how the wicket is going to play. I'm sure there are other teams as well who come with the same motive, but for us it's about setting a standard and keep going beyond that and not think about what has happened in the past or what's going to come. So the more we stick to the present, the better for us, Iyer concluded. Article Source: IANS
T20 Asia Cup Championship: President of India Droupadi Murmu congratulated the Indian womens cricket team after the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side clinched the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, marking Indias first top-of-the-podium finish of the ongoing edition. India successfully defended their womens T20 cricket title, defeating Sri Lanka in the gold-medal match, adding another major achievement to their recent run of success. The President congratulated the team for their performance and highlighted their ability to inspire the younger generation, particularly girls. My heartiest congratulations to all the members of Team India on winning Womens T20 Asia Cup Championship 2026. They played superbly as a team throughout the tournament, winning all the matches. They have done the country proud. They are a source of great inspiration for our youth, especially our daughters. I am sure, they will script many more inspiring chapters of success and excellence, President Murmus official handle posted on X. The Asian Games gold further highlights a remarkable phase for the Indian womens cricket team, who have been solidifying their position among the top teams in the format. Led by Harmanpreet, the team entered the Asian Games as reigning champions and successfully defended their title, securing Indias first gold medal of the 2026 edition. The victory also comes shortly after Indias triumphant Asia Cup campaign, in which the team defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final to win a record eighth title. The Women in Blue starred in both departments, with Smriti Mandhana's 79 leading them to a record 216/3 in the final, while Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma, Shreyanka Patil and Sree Charani shared nine wickets to power India to a huge 147-run victory. The victory also comes shortly after Indias triumphant Asia Cup campaign, in which the team defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final to win a record eighth title. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India scored the highest total in the history of the Women's Asian Games and the highest score in a Women's T20 final, delivering a record-breaking performance in the gold-medal clash. Article Source: IANS
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian MMA athlete Suchika Tariyal and the Indian womens cricket team for their medal-winning performances at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Tariyal scripted history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win an Asian Games medal in mixed martial arts after securing a bronze in the womens traditional -60kg category. A historic achievement for India! Congratulations to Suchika Tariyal on winning a Bronze in Mixed Martial Arts and securing Indias first-ever Asian Games medal in this field. Her achievement is especially significant, highlighting her dedication and zeal. Best wishes for many more successes ahead: PM @narendramodi, Prime Ministers office posted on Tuesday. PM Modi also congratulated the Indian womens cricket team after the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side clinched the gold medal at the Asian Games. A splendid triumph for Indian cricket! Heartiest congratulations to our Womens Cricket Team on winning the Gold medal at the Asian Games. It was a commanding performance at the Games, marked by confidence, skill and wonderful teamwork. This victory also brings India its first Gold of this edition of the Games. The team has made the nation proud and will inspire countless young cricketers across the country. Best wishes to the entire squad: PM @narendramodi. The womens cricket teams gold was Indias first top podium finish of the ongoing edition, while Tariyals bronze marked a landmark moment for the country in MMA at the continental multi-sport event. A splendid triumph for Indian cricket! Heartiest congratulations to our Womens Cricket Team on winning the Gold medal at the Asian Games. It was a commanding performance at the Games, marked by confidence, skill and wonderful teamwork. This victory also brings India its first Gold of this edition of the Games. The team has made the nation proud and will inspire countless young cricketers across the country. Best wishes to the entire squad: PM @narendramodi. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Indias womens cricket team, meanwhile, added the first gold medal to the countrys campaign, beating Sri Lanka in a repeat of the previous editions womens cricket final to successfully defend their title. Article Source: IANS
World Champions India Avoid Huge Scare Against Japan In Historic T20I
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Only T20I: Japan Captain Kendel Kadowaki Proud Despite Narrow Defeat To India
Sano International Cricket Ground: Japan captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming said his side could take immense pride from pushing two-time world champions India to the final ball despite suffering a narrow two-run defeat in their historic T20I clash at the Sano International Cricket Ground. I think I've been saying to a few other guys, that when it gets that close, it's actually a little bit tougher to take, and the emotions are running pretty high in our group. But the fact that we were able to run the best team in the world, in my opinion, to the last ball of a game is pretty special, Kadowaki-Fleming said. To hear someone like Shreyas talking about the progression of Japan cricket is still quite surreal. So, extremely proud of our group and the broader cricket community that we were able to make this game happen. Kadowaki-Fleming also acknowledged the contribution of everyone involved in staging the match, including title sponsor Suzuki, the BCCI and the Japan Cricket Association (JCA). And without Suzuki, the title sponsor, without the BCCI, to who we're very grateful, and the JCA, this game wouldn't have been possible. And even beyond that, there were people working on this ground through the whole night, volunteers, our female team who are here as well to support us, worked through the night to make this game happen, he said. So, feeling extremely proud, not only of my team at the moment, but also the broader community. Japan were restricted to 32/4 by India after a delayed start, but Kadowaki-Fleming said the hosts entered their chase believing they could pull off an upset. Yeah, I think it was just excitement. We ran in and we knew that anything is possible was the attitude. They've got some world-class spinners, Axar, Washington and Ravi Bishnoi bowling on our spinning wicket. We knew it was going to be an extreme challenge, but at six and a half an over your mind does sort of wander and think you get a couple out of the middle and you never know, he said. As I said, extremely proud for us to take it to the last ball of the game. India eventually held their nerve to defend 33, winning by two runs. The result also marked their 200th T20I victory, including Super Over wins, while Japans performance provided a major boost to their hopes of progressing in the Asian Games. Kadowaki-Fleming praised Japans bowling effort, particularly 17-year-old Charlie Hinze, who claimed 2/17. We've known that Charlie's been around our men's squad for a couple of years. He's our 17-year-old prodigy. I was a little bit disappointed that the 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav (Sooryavanshi) wasn't part of the team sheet today, but yeah, I mean, look, he's progressing extremely well, with ball and in the field, and he showed that today, taking the first and the fifth. I wasn't surprised with how he went, and for the other two as well, Ito-Davis, Takahashi, to be able to bowl to some of the best players of spin in the world and to show their wares on this stage was great from them, he added. With Japan now turning their attention to the remainder of their Asian Games campaign, Kadowaki-Fleming said the team is already daring to dream of a place in the knockout stages and a potential medal challenge. I wasn't surprised with how he went, and for the other two as well, Ito-Davis, Takahashi, to be able to bowl to some of the best players of spin in the world and to show their wares on this stage was great from them, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories And obviously if we win one of our next two matches, we're a chance to play another full member in the knockouts. So that's definitely the goal. Two extremely strong opponents we've got over the next three days, but we'll be competing as hard as we can. Article Source: IANS
India Women's Team Defend Asian Games Gold, Thrash Sri Lanka By 147 Runs
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England Pacer Mark Wood Retires From International Cricket.
ICC T20 World Cup: A two-time World Cup champion and among the fastest bowlers of his era, he claimed 119 wickets in 38 Tests since debuting against New Zealand at Lords in 2015. Wood took nine wickets in four games as England won the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup in Australia. He retires as England Mens sixth-highest wicket-taker in the IT20s with 54 from 38 matches, while he added a further 80 wickets in 70 ODIs. Wood, 36, participated in four Ashes series and took the decisive wicket to regain the urn at Trent Bridge during his first series in 2015. His impressive spell at Headingley against Australia in 2023 also played a crucial role in helping England recover from a 2-0 deficit to end the series in a draw. He played a key role in Englands historic 2019 ICC Mens World Cup win on home ground, taking 18 wickets and reaching speeds over 95 mph. His dedication to his country was evident as he kept bowling at full pace despite a side strain in the final. I've made the decision to retire from international cricket. Although this may not come as a surprise given the past year, it just feels like a natural time at the end of my contract. I've always tried to be resilient and come back from injury to prove people wrong and show everyone what I can do. Unfortunately, this time I lost the battle. On medical advice, Test cricket and 50-over cricket are not possible, so the England dream has slowly been ground out of me over the last year. He played a key role in Englands historic 2019 ICC Mens World Cup win on home ground, taking 18 wickets and reaching speeds over 95 mph. His dedication to his country was evident as he kept bowling at full pace despite a side strain in the final. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Rob Key, Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, said, Its been a privilege to watch the latter part of a great career. To have been a point of difference in Ashes series wins, two World Cup wins, and to have thrilled crowds every time he got the ball in his hand is something very few players achieve. He can look back with enormous pride on a career very well spent. Article Source: IANS
Only T20I: India Survive Late Scare Against Japan, Win By Two Runs
Sano International Cricket Ground: After being restricted to a mere 32/4, two-time world champion India held their nerve to beat Japan by two runs in the only T20I, held here at the Sano International Cricket Ground. The result also marked Indias 200th win in T20 internationals, including Super Over victories. India's two-run victory over Japan in Sano is one of their closest wins in T20 Internationals, and it is the fourth time India has won a T20I by just two runs, with the other instances being their victories over Sri Lanka in 2023, South Africa in 2012, and Bangladesh in 2016. After a nearly 2.5-hour delay due to a wet outfield, India skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat first. However, Japans spinners made the most of the conditions, restricting the visitors to 32/4 after five overs. Sanju Samson scored nine runs off seven balls before Abhishek Sharma was bowled off the first ball, having scored zero. Ishan Kishan was then out for three. Iyer scored 16 off 12 deliveries, and Tilak Varma remained not out on one. Shivam Dube took on the last ball but didn't make contact. Charlie Hinze was Japan's best bowler, taking 2 wickets for 17 runs, while both Ibrahim Takahashi and Benjamin Ito-Davis took one wicket each. Chasing 33 off 30 balls, Japan gave India a major scare and came agonisingly close to pulling off one of the biggest upsets in their cricketing history. Washington Sundar struck twice to halt Japans momentum, while Axar Patel kept things tight with his experience and control. The hosts eventually fell two runs short, handing India a nervy victory. The game also featured a contentious moment in the fourth over of Japans chase, when a delivery initially called wide was overturned after Axar and Iyer argued that the batter had attempted a reverse sweep, thereby making it a legitimate delivery. Despite the defeat, Japans performance offered plenty of encouragement ahead of the Asian Games, while India escaped with a win after a tense, unusual five-over contest. The game also featured a contentious moment in the fourth over of Japans chase, when a delivery initially called wide was overturned after Axar and Iyer argued that the batter had attempted a reverse sweep, thereby making it a legitimate delivery. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India 33/4 in 5 overs (Shreyas Iyer 16, Sanju Samson 9; Charlie Hara-Hinze 2-17, Ibrahim Takahashi 1-13) beat Japan 30/3 in 5 overs (Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming 12, Benjamin Ito-Davis 9; Washington Sundar 2-13) by two runs. Article Source: IANS
Indian Olympic Association: Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha heaped praise on the Indian women's team for winning the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 on Tuesday, calling the moment a proud one and expecting the Indian contingent to bag many more gold medals at the ongoing Asiad in Aichi-Nagoya. She also revealed that she asked the Japanese Asian Games organising committee to add cricket to the Asiad, just like it was part of the Hangzhou 2023 Games. I'm happy that the cricketers won the gold medal and we will get more gold medals, no doubt, PT Usha told IANS in an exclusive interaction. I requested the Japan Asian Games organising committee coordination committee to add men's and women's cricket in the Games. I wanted to see the cricket, and I am happy that the players have won a gold medal, a proud moment, she added. The IOA president will be meeting the women's cricket team after its triumph. I could not meet them earlier here; we have met many times previously. But I'll meet them here too. I saw the game here when they were playing, she added. I'm happy that the cricketers won the gold medal and we will get more gold medals, no doubt, PT Usha told IANS in an exclusive interaction. I requested the Japan Asian Games organising committee coordination committee to add men's and women's cricket in the Games. I wanted to see the cricket, and I am happy that the players have won a gold medal, a proud moment, she added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories This is India's first gold medal at the ongoing Asiad and seventh overall. The Women in Blue had won the gold in the previous edition of the Games too and have now defended their title against the same team. Article Source: IANS
Wood retires from international cricket after battling injuries
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England pacer Mark Wood retires from international cricket
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Asian Games: India Women Defend Cricket Gold After Cakewalk Win Over Sri Lanka
Korogi Sports Park: India women defended their gold medal after thrashing Sri Lanka in the final of the cricket event at the Korogi Sports Park here on Tuesday. The Women in Blue starred in both departments, with Smriti Mandhana's 79 leading them to a record 216/3 in the final, while Deepti Sharma, Shafali Verma, Shreyanka Patil and Sree Charani shared nine wickets to power India to a huge 147-run victory. This is India's first gold medal at the ongoing Asiad and overall seventh medal. The Women in Blue had won the gold in the previous edition of the Games too and have now defended their title against the same team. India scored the highest total in the history of the Women's Asian Games and also the highest score in a Women's T20 event final with a record-breaking performance in the gold medal clash. Mandhana was in top form as she made 79 from just 45 balls with seven sixes and five fours in a knock that saw her become the first player in women's cricket to complete 11,000 runs in international cricket. Shafali had another strong outing after her maiden white-ball hundred in the semifinal against Bangladesh as she made 48 from 29 deliveries laced with three fours and as many sixes. Richa provided the final push. She scored a brilliant unbeaten 49 from 22 deliveries, while Bharti Fulmali also made a run-a-ball seven to take India to a record 216/3 in the gold medal clash. The Women in Blue broke the record for the highest Asian Games score, which previously belonged to Hong Kong women, who had made 202/4 against Mongolia women in the 2023 Hangzhou Games. This is also the highest score in women's T20 finals, going past the previous 210 set by Brazil women in a quadrangular series final against Spain early this year in July. The bowlers did a stellar job too. Deepti was the pick of the bowlers with her three wickets, while Shafali, Deepti and Charani also picked two wickets each to bowl Sri Lanka out for just 69. Shafali started the damage when she got the wickets of Imesha Dulani and Hasini Perera before Deepti joined the party. The Indian all-rounder once again removed Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu for 29, caught at long-off to nearly kill Sri Lanka's chances of a chase. The Sri Lankan side were never in the chase, as they kept losing wickets at regular intervals as they went all guns blazing at the improbable target. Deepti scalped two more, while No. 1-ranked T20I bowler Charani also got two. Shafali started the damage when she got the wickets of Imesha Dulani and Hasini Perera before Deepti joined the party. The Indian all-rounder once again removed Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu for 29, caught at long-off to nearly kill Sri Lanka's chances of a chase. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: India beat 216/3 (Smriti Mandhana 79 off 45 balls, Richa Ghosh 49* from 22 balls; Chamudi Praboda 1-34, Kavisha Dilhari 1-35) Sri Lanka (Chamari Athapaththu 29 from 21 balls, Kaushani Nuthyangana 14 from 14 balls; Deepti Sharma 3-6, Shafali Verma 2-3) by 147 runs Article Source: IANS
Only T20I: India Stumble To 32/4 As Japan Eye Historic Upset
Sano International Cricket Ground: Japan opted to spin their way through the historic clash and were firmly in control, restricting a star-studded Indian batting line-up to 32/4 in the five-over per-side contest, here at the Sano International Cricket Ground, Sano, Kanto. The hosts used just three bowlers and kept the Indian batters under constant pressure, making life difficult for the visitors. Indias top three made just 12 runs in the innings, their lowest ever aggregate against an Associate side in 16 T20Is against Associate teams. Their top three's previous lowest was 21 runs against USA at Wankhede in 2026. India skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to bat first after a delay of nearly 2.5 hours because of a wet outfield. Sanju Samson began slowly, scoring seven off five deliveries, before Abhishek Sharma was bowled on the very first ball for a duck. Samson was caught out for nine in the next over and Ishan Kishan was caught out for three. Iyer top-scored with 16 off 12 with Tilak Varma remaining not out on one. Shivam Dube was the man on strike for the final ball but he couldnt get on top of it. Charlie Hinze (2-17) was the standout bowler. Ibrahim Takahashi and Benjamin Ito-Davis also claimed one wicket each. Japan need 33 from 30 balls. With India having a target and Japan knowing exactly what they need to chase, the task now rests with Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Ravi Bishnoi to defend it. Japan have bowled brilliantly to restrict India to a very gettable target of 33 and they now have five overs to chase down what would be a stunning upset. Japan now have a real opportunity to produce one of the greatest moments in their cricketing history. The hosts will know that a composed chase could see them pull off a famous victory against one of the tournaments strongest sides. Japan have bowled brilliantly to restrict India to a very gettable target of 33 and they now have five overs to chase down what would be a stunning upset. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India 33/4 in 5 overs (Shreyas Iyer 16, Sanju Samson 9; Charlie Hara-Hinze 2-17, Ibrahim Takahashi 1-13) against Japan. Article Source: IANS
India clinches first gold in Asian Games 2026 as Harmanpreet Kaur side thrash Sri Lanka in final
Indian women's cricket team have secured the nations first gold medal in the Asian Games 2026 . They defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in the Asian Games cricket final at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin to secure the medal.
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Opener Smriti Mandhana's brilliant 79, supported by Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh, helped defending champions India post a formidable total of 216 for 3 against Sri Lanka in the women's cricket gold medal match at the Asian Games. Mandhana's innings included seven sixes and five fours, setting a strong foundation for India.
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'I Idolise Jadeja, Have Followed Vettori Very Closely': Bhubaneswar Tigers Spinner Badal Biswal
Odisha T20 League: Young left-arm spinner Badal Biswal made an impressive impact with the ball as Bhubaneswar Tigers began their Odisha T20 League-CM Trophy campaign with a seven-run DLS-method victory over Keonjhar Miners at the Barabati Stadium. Biswal returned with figures of 2-15 from his two overs in a rain-curtailed fixture, helping the Tigers keep their composure while defending their revised target. Skipper Swastik Samal also played a key role in the victory, smashing 42 off just 18 deliveries. Reflecting on the win, Biswal credited the strong support within the Bhubaneswar Tigers camp for helping the players remain calm and confident in a pressure situation. Everyone in the team has been very supportive, and the atmosphere has been really positive from the beginning. The coaches, captain, support staff and owners have all given us a lot of confidence and made us feel that we are all in this together. They have backed us regardless of the result, and that belief gives us the freedom to go out there and express ourselves, he said. It helped us stay calm and focused when we had to defend the target. We knew the game could change quickly, but we trusted each other and stuck to our plans. Our goal is very clear, we want to win this tournament, and we will take every game as an opportunity to move closer to that goal, added Biswal. The youngster revealed that his focus during his spell was on building pressure with dot balls rather than worrying about the occasional boundary at the Barabati Stadium that has hosted international matches. Personally, my plan was to focus on bowling as many dot balls as possible. Dot balls create pressure, and that pressure eventually brings wickets. In T20 cricket, you can concede a six at times, and that is part of the game. You cannot allow one boundary to affect your confidence. You have to back your plans, trust your skills and focus on executing the right length. That was my approach, and I was happy that I could contribute to the teams win, he explained. The youngster revealed that his focus during his spell was on building pressure with dot balls rather than worrying about the occasional boundary at the Barabati Stadium that has hosted international matches. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories I have been playing cricket since I was around 12 years old. I was born and brought up in Delhi before moving to Odisha. I am an all-rounder and want to keep improving my game in every department. I want to learn from every opportunity and continue working hard. Ravindra Jadeja is my cricketing idol, while I have also followed Daniel Vettori closely. I like learning from players who have performed consistently at the highest level, Biswal concluded. Article Source: IANS
India bat first in five-over shootout against Japan
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Only T20I: Sooryavanshi Misses Out As India Opt To Bat Against Japan
Sano International Cricket Ground: India won the toss and elected to bat against Japan in the one-off T20I, here at the Sano International Cricket Ground on Tuesday. Due to the wet outfield, the toss, originally scheduled for 9:00 AM IST, was delayed, and it is going to be a 5-over per side game. Before heading to the Asian Games as a defending champion, Indian men are set to play only T20I with Japan. The contest at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture on Tuesday, September 22, will also mark the launch of celebrations for the 75th anniversary of India-Japan Diplomatic Relations. The match will serve as the first step of Sport 75, an initiative aimed at promoting human exchanges and cooperation between India and Japan, making the occasion part of a wider celebration of the relationship between the two nations. It's a big occasion, 75 years of friendship. Five-over game, so it will be our forte to bat first, said Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer after calling it tails and winning the toss. I know baseball is quite big here, but today I'm standing right here; the crowd is decent, give something back to them and the supporters back home. Looking forward for an exciting one. It's important we know the conditions and what's happening around us; this is what will be on offer in the Asian Games. This game particularly is going to be great practice for us. Japan captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming said, We probably would've bowled to allow the crowd an opportunity to see some of the best players in the world. But happy either way. Pure excitement. It's starting to sink in now. We've tossed, we're ready to play, big opportunity for broader cricket community. There are a lot of people working through the night, volunteers. Thanks to JCA, BCCI, our sponsors... It's amazing; the reigning world champions here wouldn't have believed this a couple of years ago. Playing XIs: Japan captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming said, We probably would've bowled to allow the crowd an opportunity to see some of the best players in the world. But happy either way. Pure excitement. It's starting to sink in now. We've tossed, we're ready to play, big opportunity for broader cricket community. There are a lot of people working through the night, volunteers. Thanks to JCA, BCCI, our sponsors... It's amazing; the reigning world champions here wouldn't have believed this a couple of years ago. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Japan: Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake, Reo Sakurano-Thomas, Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming(c), Benjamin Ito-Davis, Wataru Miyauchi, Alexander Shirai-Patmore(w), Charlie Hara-Hinze, Ibrahim Takahashi, Declan Suzuki-McComb, Makoto Taniyama, Shoma Sugaya-Slater Article Source: IANS
Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not playing in India vs Japan one-off T20 match in Sano?
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Smriti Makes History, First Woman To Reach 11K Runs
Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has become the first woman cricketer to reach 11,000 international runs, achieving the milestone during the Asian Games final against Sri Lanka.
Asian Games: SAI Extends Unwavering Support To Indian Contingent At Aichi-Nagoya
The Sports Authority: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has strengthened its on-ground support for the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games through a range of logistical and athlete-support measures. A dedicated reception and assistance team, comprising representatives from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), SAI and the Embassy of India in Japan, has been deployed at the airport to welcome arriving athletes, coaches and support staff, assist with arrival formalities, and provide refreshments and guidance for onward travel to Games venues and accommodation. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has taken several steps to facilitate the Indian contingent's participation in the Asian Games. Transport services have been arranged for shooters to travel smoothly to and from competition venues, and cars have also been provided to allow medical teams to move efficiently between venues and provide timely assistance to athletes. SAI has also made alternate arrangements for the coaches and support staff who could not be accommodated by the Organising Committee due to limited availability, ensuring that the contingent has the required logistical support throughout the Games. Working closely with the IOA, the Embassy of India and the Games Organising Committee, SAI is ensuring coordinated logistical, medical and operational support for the Indian contingent, enabling athletes to remain focused on their sporting commitments throughout the Games. India heads to the continental showpiece looking to surpass the record-breaking campaign at Hangzhou 2023, where they won 107 medals, including 28 gold. India are the defending champions in both men's and women's cricket and kabaddi, while the men's hockey team coming as the reigning champions. Manu Bhaker will be among the country's leading names in shooting, with Aman Sehrawat taking the mat in wrestling. Lovlina Borgohain, meanwhile, will look to pack a punch in boxing. India heads to the continental showpiece looking to surpass the record-breaking campaign at Hangzhou 2023, where they won 107 medals, including 28 gold. India are the defending champions in both men's and women's cricket and kabaddi, while the men's hockey team coming as the reigning champions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Olympic quotas are also available in archery, sailing, squash, surfing and tennis. Article Source: IANS
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First Time In Women's Cricket: Smriti Mandhana Scripts History At Asian Games
Smriti Mandhana recently became the highest run-scorer across the three formats in women's cricket when she surpassed legend and former India captain Mithali Raj's record of 10,868 runs during the recently concluded Asia Cup.
Asian Games: Smriti Mandhana Becomes First Women's Cricketer To Complete 11,000 International Runs
Sri Lanka Women Playing XI: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana added another feather to her illustrious cap as she became the first women's cricketer to complete 11,000 runs in international cricket during the Asian Games final against Sri Lanka on Tuesday at Korogi Sports Park. Mandhana recently became the highest run-scorer across the three formats in women's cricket when she surpassed legend and former India captain Mithali Raj's record of 10,868 runs during the recently concluded Asia Cup. As India look to defend their gold medal in the Asiad final, Mandhana achieved another historic record. Coming into the final, Mandhana had 10,987 runs to her name - 788 runs in Tests, 5411 in ODIs and 4788 runs in T20Is - and needed only 13 to get to the elusive mark. She got there in almost no time after racing off the blocks quickly as India opted to bat first against Sri Lanka. She got off the mark with two fours in the first over before a six in the third over took her to 11K runs in international cricket. Mandhana had recently become the highest run-scorer in T20I cricket across the men's and women's game. She surpassed previous record-holder and former New Zealand great Suzie Bates during her 37-run outing against Bangladesh women in the Asian Games semifinal. Coming back to the Asian Games final, India went unchanged as they opted to bat first. Sri Lanka also went unchanged in the showdown clash as they bid for their maiden Asiad gold. The India-Sri Lanka clash is the rematch of the 2023 Asiad and also the rematch of the Women's Asia Cup earlier this month, both of which the Women in Blue defeated the Sri Lankan side. India, the defending gold medallists, came into the final after beating Japan and Bangladesh in the quarterfinal and semifinal, respectively. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka got the better of Malaysia and Pakistan in their previous two matches to make their way into the gold medal game. Sri Lanka are two-time medallists at the Asiad but are hunting for their maiden gold medal after winning bronze in 2014 and settling for silver in 2022. Meanwhile, India participated only once before in the cricket event at the continental showpiece and won the gold in 2023. Playing XIs: Sri Lanka are two-time medallists at the Asiad but are hunting for their maiden gold medal after winning bronze in 2014 and settling for silver in 2022. Meanwhile, India participated only once before in the cricket event at the continental showpiece and won the gold in 2023. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India Women Playing XI: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Gunalan Kamalini, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Richa Ghosh(w), Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Shreyanka Patil, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma, Kranti Gaud Article Source: IANS
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India bat vs Sri Lanka in gold-medal match; both sides unchanged
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Asian Games: Unchanged India Women Opt To Bat Against Sri Lanka In Gold Medal Clash
Sri Lanka Women Playing XI: India women opted to bat first against Sri Lanka in the gold medal clash at the Korogi Sports Park here on Tuesday. India, the defending gold medallists, have made no change to the playing XI that won the semifinal against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka are also going unchanged for the title clash as they look to avenge their recent losses against India. The India-Sri Lanka clash is the rematch of the 2023 Asiad and also the rematch of the Women's Asia Cup earlier this month, both of where the Women in Blue defeated the Sri Lankan side. India, the defending gold medallists, came into the final after beating Japan and Bangladesh in the quarterfinal and semifinal, respectively. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka got the better of Malaysia and Pakistan in their previous two matches to make their way into the gold medal game. Sri Lanka are two-time medallists at the Asiad but are hunting for their maiden gold medal after winning bronze in 2014 and settling for silver in 2022. Meanwhile, India participated only once before in the cricket event at the continental showpiece before and won the gold in 2023. For India, Shafali Verma has been in stellar form, having scored her first white-ball century in the semifinal against Bangladesh. That made her the first player to hit a hundred in the Women's Asian Games. The bowlers are also in impressive form, with the likes of Sree Charani, Deepti Sharma and Nandini Sharma doing the work. For Sri Lanka, captain Chamari Athapaththu is the major lynchpin. She found form and scored a stellar unbeaten 83 from 50 balls in the semifinal against Pakistan. Her knock helped Sri Lanka chase down a strong total of 178, with Hasini Perera also making 42. Playing XIs: For Sri Lanka, captain Chamari Athapaththu is the major lynchpin. She found form and scored a stellar unbeaten 83 from 50 balls in the semifinal against Pakistan. Her knock helped Sri Lanka chase down a strong total of 178, with Hasini Perera also making 42. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India Women Playing XI: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Gunalan Kamalini, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Richa Ghosh(w), Bharti Fulmali, Deepti Sharma, Shreyanka Patil, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma, Kranti Gaud Article Source: IANS
Bronze For Pakistan Women After 31-Run Win Over Bangladesh At Asian Games
Pakistan women bagged a bronze medal after beating Bangladesh in the third-place clash by 31 runs at the Korogi Sports Park on Tuesday.
IND-W vs SL-W Asian Games, cricket final: India win toss, elect to bat first against Sri Lanka
Indian women take on Sri Lanka in the final of the Asian Games 2026 at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side has been a force to reckon with in the ongoing tournament,...
