Raphinha, Yamal Power Barelocna To Thumping Win Over Aston Villa
Five-time winners Barcelona took an early lead through Lamine Yamal before Raphinha continued his fine goalscoring form with a second-half brace
IND vs NZ first ODI: India opts to bowl against New Zealand
There was no Mohammed Siraj in the line-up with Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar and Arshdeep Singh set to share the bowling responsibilities
India opt to bowl, pick Nabi and Kamboj
Conway's injury opens the door for Seifert's ODI comeback for NZ
India Star Benched Again As Shubman Gill Makes Bold Playing XI Call For 1st ODI vs New Zealand
Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Mohammed Siraj were arguably the biggest names not to make the playing XI for the first ODI against New Zealand.
1st ODI: Dhir, Nabi Among Four Pacers As India Bowl Against New Zealand
ODI World Cup: India won the toss and elected to bowl in the first ODI against New Zealand here at Eden Park on Wednesday as the Men in Blue play a five-game ODI series for the first time since March 2019. With the ODI World Cup in the fray, veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are back in the mix. But skipper Shubman Gill will be wary of his limited resources and will look to start with a win and take an early lead in the series, with the squad set to shuffle for the final two games. New Zealand, too, found themselves dealing with a string of injury blows ahead of the series opener. While Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra continue to recover from their respective injuries, regular opener Devon Conway was ruled out the day before the game after colliding with Matt Henry during training. Despite these setbacks, the hosts have a well-rounded unit, with Glenn Phillips coming off a record-breaking T20I series. The visitors, meanwhile, will be without two key starters, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, while Prasidh Krishna has also been ruled out with an injury. Hence, both teams have considered their respective playing XIs ahead of the first game. Winning the toss, Indian captain Shubman Gill mentioned that the side was aware of the overcast conditions, and were going in with four fast bowlers and two all-rounders in Naman Dhir and Axar Patel. We'll bowl first, bit of overcast weather, and in case there's a reduction of overs, it's good to chase. The conditions here are going to be similar to SA (where the WC is happening) compared to some other places. We are going with Anshul, Auqib, Gurnoor, Arshdeep as the bowlers with Naman and Axar as the allrounders, Gill said. Meanwhile, Blackcaps skipper Mitchell Santner said, We've got to go again on another good pitch. With the schedules, there's been a bit more rotation. Conway is doing well. He is going to rest up and obviously not going to play today. So Seifert gets a chance and like India, we also have four pacers. Playing XIs: India: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Why is Mohammed Siraj not playing India's first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland?
The Indian team takes on New Zealand in the first ODI of the ongoing series between the two sides. The teams meet at Eden Park in Auckland for the clash on November 4th, and the...
India vs New Zealand Free Live Telecast, 1st ODI Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch
India vs New Zealand Free Live Streaming, 1st ODI Live telecast: When And Where To Watch
CSK Plot Big Move For Rs 13 Crore Star, SRH Yet To Take Final Call: Report
Chennai Super Kings are reportedly looking at possible options to include an English star in their squad.
It's Pretty Harsh: Jasprit Bumrah Backed By New Zealand Great Amid Workload Management Debate
Former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond recently weighed in on the workload management of fast bowlers and backed India star Jasprit Bumrah amid the criticism surrounding his schedule.
Glenn Maxwell; superhuman one minute, human the next
Maxwell retires from international cricket having produced some of the most astonishing feats in modern cricket, all the while revealing his vulnerabilities in the moments in between
IND vs NZ 1st ODI LIVE score: Slight delay in toss expected due to rain in Auckland
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India vs New Zealand LIVE Score, 1st ODI: The visitors enter the series after registering a 3-2 victory in the T20Is.
India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, 1st ODI Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, 1st ODI Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Barrett-Wild appointed Sussex chief executive
Beth Barrett-Wild heads to Hove after lengthy career in senior leadership roles at the ECB
Ranji Trophy: Karnataka Extend Lead vs Assam; Vidarbha In Command Against Madhya Pradesh
KV Aneesh's unbeaten 142 showcased Karnataka's dominating batting performance as the visitors reached 496 for five for a first-innings lead of 361 runs against Assam in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match.
Sussex Appoint Barrett-Wild As First Female CEO; Holly Colvin Proposed As Non-executive Director
Wales Cricket Board: English county club Sussex has appointed Beth Barrett-Wild, the former Director of Womens Professional Game at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), as the first female chief executive in the county's history. Sussex also proposed former England bowler Holly Colvin as one of five new non-executive directors. Barrett-Wild will join Sussex on January 1, 2027, after 13 years at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), where her roles included director of the women's professional game, head of The Hundred's women's competition and tournament director of this year's Women's T20 World Cup, the BBC reported on Tuesday. Her achievements in the game have propelled women's cricket to an entirely new level, Sussex chair Ed Warner was quoted as saying in the report. I'm excited at the prospect of working closely with Beth to ensure a bright future at Sussex Cricket. Beth Barrett-Wild joined the ECB in 2013 as Media Manager for the England Womens team, at a time when womens cricket was still largely amateur and far less visible. Since then, she has worked across multiple roles with a consistent focus on growing the visibility, accessibility and appeal of womens cricket. Along the way, she has had a role in several major moments, including leading on the audience strategy for the Womens Ashes series in 2023, which saw record-breaking growth for the womens game, and launching The Hundred in 2021, which has gone on to attract over a million fans to womens matches. The other proposed appointee is also quite experienced. Colvin, 37, played for Sussex from 2005 to 2015, winning two women's County Championships, and hit the winning run for England in the 2009 World Cup final. She is now set to join the county's board alongside another former Sussex Women's player, Alison Bruce, as non-executive directors. Entrepreneur and cricket coach Paul Farris, business owner and former Sussex Young Cricketers' vice-captain Mark Jeffries, and BBC journalist and Sussex member Callum May have also been proposed as other non-executive directors. She is now set to join the county's board alongside another former Sussex Women's player, Alison Bruce, as non-executive directors. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ranji Trophy: Wadkar, Bhute rescue Vidarbha
Vidarbha, led by skipper Akshay Wadkar's century and Nachiket Bhute's 97, posted 334 for nine in their first innings against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match, securing a 125-run lead. Madhya Pradesh were 19 for 1 at stumps, trailing by 106 runs. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh openers Adarsh Singh and Madhav Kaushik put their team in a commanding position against Baroda.
Prasidh Krishna Declared Fit For New Zealand Test Series
India pacer Prasidh Krishna was on Tuesday declared fit for the two-match Test series against New Zealand, starting on November 19.
BCCI invites applications for two key Team India roles
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has opened applications for the roles of fielding coach for the women's national team and head physiotherapist for the men's national team. The deadline for submissions is November 16, with specific experience and responsibilities outlined for each position.
WTA Chennai Open: Vaishnavi stuns Burrage, posts maiden win on Tour
The Indian wild card rallies to take out the Brit in a thriller
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Ranji Trophy: Aneesh leads Karnataka charge with brilliant 142
Karnataka's KV Aneesh scored an unbeaten 142, leading his team to a commanding 496 for five against Assam in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match. Karnataka now holds a 361-run first-innings lead, with other players like Mayank Agarwal, Aneeshwar Gautam, and Manvanth Kumar also contributing half-centuries. Meanwhile, other Ranji matches saw Tripura take a significant lead against Saurashtra, Punjab post a huge total against Andhra, and Chhattisgarh hold a slender lead over Hyderabad.
As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Stardom Soars, Sachin Tendulkar Calls For A Slower Approach
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is probably one of the most followed cricketers in the world currently. With immense talent and potential, Sooryavanshi is currently one of the youngest players to feature in the Indian senior men's cricket team
BCCI Invites Applications For Fielding Coach For Women's Team, Head Physio For Men's Side
The Board: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the positions of fielding coach for the Senior Womens National Team and head physiotherapist for the Senior Mens National Team, with the deadline for submissions set for November 16. The two positions offer an opportunity to work with the national teams and contribute to player development, performance enhancement and the maintenance of high standards in their respective areas. The fielding coach will be responsible for developing and managing the fielding performance of the senior women's team across all three formats. The role will involve designing comprehensive fielding programmes, conducting practice and match-day sessions, and providing individual coaching to improve players' skills. The appointee will also be expected to use technology to analyse players' strengths and weaknesses, set performance targets and monitor key performance indicators. Maintaining consistent fielding standards across formats and playing conditions, including when player availability is affected by injuries or international commitments, will also be part of the responsibilities. Applicants for the fielding coach's position must meet at least one of the specified eligibility criteria: having represented India or another country at the international level; holding a minimum BCCI Level 'B' coaching certification, or an equivalent qualification from a reputed organisation, along with at least 30 first-class matches; or having coached an international team for at least one season, or a T20 franchise or state team for at least two seasons. Candidates should also have a thorough understanding of the game, experience at the highest level and the ability to work in a multicultural team, along with strong communication, teamwork and people-management skills. The head physiotherapist for the senior men's team will be responsible for injury management, prevention and performance enhancement, working alongside the BCCI's Sports Science and Medicine team, the Head of Sports Science and Medicine, the BCCI Centre of Excellence, coaching staff and strength and conditioning professionals. The role will include providing match-day physiotherapy and day-to-day injury support, diagnosing injuries, and preparing evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play plans. The physiotherapist will also conduct musculoskeletal screenings, assess injury risks, monitor players' workloads and maintain clinical records and availability reports. The position further involves coordinating with medical professionals and state team physiotherapists to ensure continuity of care, as well as contributing to research, professional education and improvements in clinical protocols. The role will include providing match-day physiotherapy and day-to-day injury support, diagnosing injuries, and preparing evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play plans. The physiotherapist will also conduct musculoskeletal screenings, assess injury risks, monitor players' workloads and maintain clinical records and availability reports. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
'I Have A Lot Of Good Memories Here': Shubman Gill Excited About New Zealand Return
Shubman Gill: India captain Shubman Gill is looking forward to returning to New Zealand, a country where he made his international debut, and hopes to take back good memories from the upcoming ODI series, starting with the first match at Eden Park. Gill, who made his ODI debut against New Zealand at Seddon Park in Hamilton on January 31, 2019, said returning to the country brought back fond memories and expressed his excitement ahead of the series. I'm here at Eden Park, you know, always, always very exciting. I made my international debut here in New Zealand, so I have a lot of good memories here. I feel very good whenever I come here, and hopefully, you know, when I go back after a month, I will take a lot of good memories from here, Gill said in a video shared by the BCCI on X. The Indian captain also pointed out that the unusual dimensions of Eden Park could make things challenging for the team, particularly when it comes to positioning fielders and finding the right areas to defend. The dimensions are a bit weird, and I think it will be a challenge for us to be able to find the right placement for the fielders. Hopefully, you know, we can find those pockets sooner rather than later, he said. Gill added that the relatively short boundaries, particularly on the straight side, would tempt batters to go for big shots, although he stressed that every player has a different approach and plans according to the situation. I feel that as a batsman, every batter goes in there with a plan, especially if you are facing the spinner. But I think it's very player-specific. Every player has their own plans. But for me, it's definitely very tempting, you know, seeing the straight boundary only getting 50-55 metres, he said. Gill has enjoyed considerable success against New Zealand in ODIs, scoring 758 runs in 15 innings at an average of 63.17 and a strike rate of 102.85. The 26-year-old also underlined the importance of the series in building confidence within the Indian squad, particularly for the younger players, saying performances in overseas conditions would strengthen the team's belief in its ability to compete against any opposition. I feel that any Indian team that plays on the ground is capable of defeating any team. Young players will get a lot of confidence if they perform here. And we will get a lot of confidence that if we don't get the team we want for the World Cup for any reason, then our team can defeat any other team in any condition, Gill said. The 26-year-old also underlined the importance of the series in building confidence within the Indian squad, particularly for the younger players, saying performances in overseas conditions would strengthen the team's belief in its ability to compete against any opposition. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
NZ vs. IND ODIs: Opener Allen will take flight in middle-order for first time
Allen felt that having a goldfish memory would serve him well, especially in a series where he could be under intense scrutiny
Ranji Trophy: Style of play, consistency key for India call-up: Doseja
Deitz steps down as WI head coach; Coley takes interim charge
During Deitz's tenure, West Indies reached the semi-finals of consecutive Women's T20 World Cups in 2024 and 2026
Ranji Trophy: Urvil double ton, burst from medium-pacers put Gujarat in command
The hard-hitting batter blazes away as the home side ends up with a mammoth total; Nagwaswalla and Gaja leave the visitor reeling at 74 for three
NCL round-up: Chattogram win a thriller; Khulna consolidate top spot
Defending champions Rangpur, meanwhile, picked up their first win of the season
Ranji Trophy: Delhi rides on Doseja and Mathurs gritty partnership to nose ahead of Services
The sixth-wicket partnership between the two left-handers, worth 144 runs, takes their side to 299 for six at close of play 33 runs ahead of the opponent
Prasidh Krishna Set To Fly To New Zealand After Getting Fitness Clearance From CoE
Rising Stars Asia Cup: Indian fast bowler Prasidh Krishna is set to fly to New Zealand after getting fitness clearance from the medical team at the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. IANS understands that Prasidh was put through match-simulation sessions held on November 1 and 2 and got clearance. After getting fit, Prasidh Krishna was to leave for New Zealand late tonight or early tomorrow morning. But hes already gone from India to reach New Zealand in time, a source tracking the development told IANS on Tuesday. Prasidh will now be available to turn out for India A in the third red-ball game against New Zealand A, happening at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln from November 7. The tall right-arm pacer was kept out of the first three matches of the five-game ODI series against New Zealand, starting in Eden Park, Auckland, on Wednesday, to give his hamstring more time to heal and build up his bowling load for the two Tests that follow. The clearance to Prasidh, who sustained the hamstring injury while bowling in the second ODI against the West Indies in Guwahati on September 30, comes as a timely boost for the Indian camp stretched on the fast-bowling front. Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the entire ODI series with an eye to play both Tests in Wellington and Christchurch. Seam-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana was ruled out of the series due to a left quadriceps strain and will mark his return via India A games in the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha later this month. Mohammed Siraj is expected to leave the ODI squad after the first three games to prepare for the two Tests, which will leave a raw attack led by Arshdeep Singh for the last two 50-over games against the Black Caps. Arshdeep has played 18 ODIs, while Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi and Yash Thakur have just the experience of 11 games between them. Seam-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana was ruled out of the series due to a left quadriceps strain and will mark his return via India A games in the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha later this month. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Not Virat Kohli Or Rohit Sharma, Mitchell Santner Hates Facing This Indian Player
India and New Zealand play a five-match ODI series, starting Wednesday.
Prasidh Krishna gets crucial update ahead of NZ Tests
India pacer Prasidh Krishna has been declared fit for the upcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand, starting on November 19. He was previously sidelined due to a left hamstring injury, missing the ODI series.
Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Its nine and nine for Hyderabad as Dharmendrasinh wreaks havoc
The left-arm spinner stars with a five-wicket haul as Milinds men reach 275, chasing Chhattisgarhs 284, with just one wicket left; Rahul shines with a 174-ball 72
Ranji Trophy: Pradosh, Ajith Ram pile more misery on Chandigarh
The former registers a double ton while the latter brings up his maiden First Class hundred as the visitor declares its first innings at 571 for seven before reducing the host to 49 for three at close on day two
Ranji Trophy: Mulani's all-round show puts Mumbai in command
Mumbai struck twice late in the final session to restrict Railways to 116/2, trailing by 280 runs, on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's Gesture After Scoring A Ton Against New Zealand A Goes Viral
Back in form after a minor slump, young Indian batting star Yashasvi Jaiswal says he relies on process, routine and discipline to deliver strong performances, the most recent of them being a facile hundred for India A in the drawn unofficial Test against New Zealand A
Ranji Trophy: Wadkar-Bhute tango takes Vidarbha to a first innings lead against Madhya Pradesh
Delhi, Jharkhand fight back as Urvil smashes double ton
Ayush Doseja and Sumit Mathur's resilient 144-run partnership for the sixth wicket helped Delhi secure a crucial 33-run first innings lead against Services in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match. Doseja scored 78 and Mathur remained unbeaten on 80, steering Delhi to 299 for 6 after Services were bowled out for 266. Other Ranji Trophy matches saw Jharkhand's Aditya Singh and Anukul Roy build a strong partnership, and Urvil Patel score a double century for Gujarat.
Aaron Finch hails 'one of most destructive players' Glenn Maxwell after his retirement
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Former Australian captain Aaron Finch has hailed Glenn Maxwell after the all-rounder announced his retirement from international cricket. Finch, who led Australia to the 2022 T20 World Cup title, took to social media to congratulate the outgoing Aussie all-rounder for his stellar career. What a career, Glenn Maxwell!! Without doubt, one of the most destructive players the game has ever seen and easily one of the most innovative of our generation. Some of the things youve done on a cricket field have been absolutely ridiculous. Youve played innings that most of us could only dream of and produced some of the greatest moments this game has ever seen. Youve changed the way the game is played and inspired so many along the way. Finch also spoke about Maxwell's character beyond the boundary ropes, praising him for the teammate he has been in the Australian dressing room/ But as good as you've been on the field, you've been an even better teammate and a great mate. I've loved sharing the dressing room with you, the wins, the challenges and everything in between. So many great memories that Ill always look back on. An incredible career for Australia, mate, and one you should be extremely proud of. Congratulations, legend, he ended his post with. Maxwell confirmed his international retirement on the Final Word podcast. Maxwell had already retired from the ODIs last year in June but had kept himself available for the T20Is. However, Australia's clash against Oman in February in the T20 World Cup 2026 was the last game he played for his country. I'm going to be announcing my retirement from international cricket and domestic games for Victoria in the 50-over and the four-day stuff, red ball completely, the 38-year-old told The Final Word podcast. While he has also called time on his first-class and List A career, Maxwell is available for Melbourne Stars in the BBL.
Jersey, Kuwait advance to World Cup 2027 Qualifier play-off
Digital Desk | Dubai, Nov 3 (IANS) Jersey and Kuwait have kept their hopes of qualifying for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 alive after finishing in the top two positions in Challenge League A, securing their places in the upcoming Qualifier Play-off. Jersey topped the 15-match campaign with an impressive record, suffering just two defeats to finish five points clear of second-placed Kuwait. The two teams will now compete in the eight-team qualifier play-off, which will determine the final four places in the Cricket World Cup qualifier. Kuwait, meanwhile, secured the second spot after a strong finish to their campaign and some crucial results going their way. They finished seven points ahead of Denmark, the next-best team in the standings, with the latter losing important matches against Kenya and Papua New Guinea in the final leg of the competition. The qualifier play-off will feature the top two teams from Challenge League A and Challenge League B, along with the bottom four sides from Cricket World Cup League 2, the competition immediately above the Challenge League in the 50-over qualification structure. Italy and Uganda have already secured the top two positions in Challenge League B and will join Jersey and Kuwait in the tournament. Canada, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates have also finished in the bottom four of League 2 and will compete in the Play-off. Oman are currently fourth, but Namibia remain in contention to overtake them before the League 2 campaign concludes on Wednesday. Oman need to avoid a heavy defeat against the United Arab Emirates to retain their fourth position and secure a place in the Qualifier Play-off, which would leave Namibia among the teams in the tournament. The qualifier play-off will also mark a significant milestone for Kuwait, as the team will make their first-ever appearance in One Day Internationals (ODIs). The tournament carries ODI status. Jersey, meanwhile, have previous experience of the competition, having featured in the equivalent tournament in the previous qualification cycle in 2023. They won one of their five matches, defeating Papua New Guinea. Meanwhile, the United States, Scotland and the Netherlands have already secured top-four finishes in League 2 and qualified directly for the Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
Shami strikes, but Maharashtra take crucial Bengal lead
Maharashtra, powered by Tanay Sanghvi's maiden fifty and a crucial last-wicket stand with Pradeep Dadhe, secured a 64-run first-innings lead against Bengal on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group C match. Despite being reduced to 64 for six, Maharashtra's lower order showed resilience to surpass Bengal's total of 143.
Suryakumar Yadav's Instagram Story Amid IPL Trade Rumours Sparks MI Fans' Interest
The retention deadline for the IPL 2027 season has been set for November 17. Teams will have to submit their list of retained players by that date before the IPL 2027 auction, which is scheduled to take place on December 16
Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Aneesh and Aneeshwar put Karnataka in complete control
The duos 148-run fifth-wicket stand helps the visitor reach 496 for five, 361 runs in the green; Manvanth continues his rich vein of form with an unbeaten 53; Amlanjyoti and Roshan scalp two wickets each for Assam
Why Delhi may lose India-Sri Lanka ODI
The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) has officially requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to shift the upcoming India vs Sri Lanka ODI from the national capital, citing ongoing ground renovations and unfavourable weather conditions in December.
Northamptonshire Sign Finlay Bean From Yorkshire On Three-year Deal
Northamptonshire County Cricket Club: Northamptonshire County Cricket Club on Tuesday announced the signing of top-order batter Finlay Bean from Yorkshire, as he has been roped in on a three-year deal. Bean, who can also keep wickets, had two years left in his contract with Yorkshire, which he signed earlier this year in March. However, he had lost out on a place in the County Championship XI during the first phase of the matches after he hit a century and averaged 25.22. ' Bean will now arrive at Cinch County Ground, at least till the end of 2029, and is delighted to join Northamptonshire. I'm extremely delighted to be joining Northamptonshire, Bean said in a statement released by Northants. I cant wait to get started, and Im looking forward to showing the fans what I can do. I can see through the Blast success and County Championship performances that it's a great group to be part of, and hopefully we can continue that next season. Its an exciting time for me; Working under Darren and the rest of the coaching staff, Im looking forward to developing my game and making a big contribution, he added. Bean made his Yorkshire debut in August 2022 during the One Day Cup against Kent. He made his First-Class debut next month against Lancashire in the County Championship Division One. The top-order batter played 78 matches across the two formats for Northants and made over 3000 runs for them. He averages 33.53 in FC cricket with 2649 runs, but his average dips to 21.54 in 30 List A matches, where he has made 517 runs. Speaking on his departure, Yorkshire's general manager of cricket, Gavin Hamilton, stated that he would have liked the batter to complete his tenure but respected his ambition. We've had some really honest conversations with Fin over the last year or so, and during that time he has consistently pushed for regular cricket, as he should, Hamilton said. Fin has been a brilliant player for Yorkshire and has been a great person to have in the changing room too. We'd have been delighted to see him fulfil the remainder of his contract, but we understand and respect his ambition. It's never easy to see players leave, particularly those who are products of our academy, but we're proud of the part Yorkshire has played in his development and wish him every success for the future, he added. Meanwhile, Northants head coach Darren Lehmann welcomed Bean, stating that he was on the club's radar for some time now. Its great to have Finlay join us at Northamptonshire, and I cant wait to see what he can do for us in 2027, Lehmann said. It's never easy to see players leave, particularly those who are products of our academy, but we're proud of the part Yorkshire has played in his development and wish him every success for the future, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Pakistan's Squad For Asia Cup Rising Stars: Abdul Samad To Lead; Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz Included
Pakistan have named their squad for the 50-over Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament, as Abdul Samad will be leading the 15-man squad for the event that gets underway on November 19 in Qatar
Imagine Lanning Walking Out For Toss And Molineux Not In XI: Anjum On UPWs Selection Connundrum
With Phoebe Litchfield: UP Warriorz face a significant selection dilemma ahead of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 season, with former India captain Anjum Chopra questioning how the franchise will accommodate its overseas stars following the additions of Sophie Molineux and Grace Harris at the auction. Anjum believes the presence of several established international players could leave the franchise struggling to settle on its preferred four overseas options, particularly with Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield and Sophie Ecclestone already commanding important roles. The Warriorz have attempted to strengthen their squad after another campaign in which finding the right overseas combination proved challenging. However, the latest additions have created a different selection question, with Molineux's arrival potentially complicating the competition for places alongside Ecclestone, who remains a key component of the side. Anjum believes three overseas players are virtually assured of their places, leaving the franchise with a difficult decision over the remaining spot and the role of its other high-profile recruits. With Phoebe Litchfield and Meg Lanning both there, Sophie Ecclestone is another player who walks straight into the playing XI. Those three are automatic picks. The challenge for UP Warriorz was how to fit everyone in because they wanted to play Deandra Dottin. When she couldn't do well, they were going helter-skelter trying to find that balance, Anjum told JioStar. The selection puzzle is particularly interesting given the contrasting skill sets available to the franchise. Ecclestone provides a frontline spin option, while Molineux brings another left-arm spin-bowling option alongside her batting contributions. Harris, meanwhile, offers an attacking middle-order presence. Now, they have Sophie Molineux and Grace Harris, who has played for UP Warriorz earlier as well, when Alyssa Healy was there. But how will you combine Sophie Ecclestone and Sophie Molineux? If you look at Mumbai Indians, they don't change their core. They did everything they could to have Amelia Kerr back, to the extent that Harmanpreet was ready to take a pay cut. But if you look at UP Warriorz, they are unsure about what combination will actually work for them because imagine Meg Lanning walking out for the toss and Sophie Molineux not being in the playing XI. That would be very strange, she added. The selection puzzle is particularly interesting given the contrasting skill sets available to the franchise. Ecclestone provides a frontline spin option, while Molineux brings another left-arm spin-bowling option alongside her batting contributions. Harris, meanwhile, offers an attacking middle-order presence. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Ranji Trophy: Maharashtra takes the lead against Bengal after its tail wags
Cricket: No. 8 batsman Sanghavis grit and gumption leads a spirited fight for the visitor after it found itself in a pickle at 64 for six
Harmer Questions Lack Of Specialist Spin-bowling Coaches In England, Backs Carl Crowe For Key Role
Wales Cricket Board: South African spinner Simon Harmer has questioned England's approach to developing young spinners, claiming a lack of specialist coaching is holding them back, and urged the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to appoint Carl Crowe as a national spin-bowling consultant. Harmer, who has spent the last 10 seasons playing county cricket for Essex, believes England have enough talented spinners but are failing to provide them with the necessary guidance and resources to take their game to the next level. I just think there's a lack of spin-bowling coaches in England. I worked with Carl Crowe for the first time with Durban Super Giants in the SA20, and he is an absolute genius when it comes to spin bowling. He understands the game, he understands the biomechanics of spin bowling, and how he isn't being utilised more within the county system, I don't understand, Harmer told the Sky Cricket podcast. The South African, who recently produced a match-winning performance against Australia with figures of 6/16 in the fourth innings at Newlands, argued that young spinners often struggle to receive specialised guidance when their county bowling coaches are primarily fast-bowling specialists. If you go and you play against a county and the bowling coach is a fast bowler, and he's there trying to help develop a young spin bowler. Now, for me as a spinner, I have certain transferable things that I could probably say to a fast bowler, but I certainly don't know how to make that bowler better or how to develop that bowler, he said. Harmer stressed that the problem was not a shortage of resources but a lack of willingness to establish the right structures within county cricket. He believes Crowe, who previously worked as an assistant coach at Lancashire and is currently involved with three Super Giants franchises, could help address the gap. It's not a lack of resources. It's just a lack of want to get those structures into the county game. How you aren't using Carl Crowe as a consultant and going and working with different spinnersAs a result of that, a lot of spinners feel isolated; they feel alone, they don't feel like they have the needs and the means for them to take their game to the next level, he added. Harmer also identified Jack Leach, Dom Bess, Shoaib Bashir and Jack Carson as bowlers with the ability to represent England at the international level, but questioned how they were being developed outside the national team's set-up. It's something that needs to be looked at because if you look at Jack Leach, Dom Bess, Shoaib Bashir, Jack Carson, they are all good enough to play international cricket. But how are these guys being developed when they are not with the England national team? he said. While acknowledging that Jeetan Patel is involved with England's spin-bowling set-up, Harmer questioned the extent of his involvement in county cricket and felt the ECB needed to take a more proactive approach rather than waiting for a shortage of quality spinners to emerge. You've got Jeetan Patel who's working with the spinners there, but I haven't seen him working with spinners at a county game or coming to watch. I just think it's something that needs to be looked at. And what happens is that England will wait until they don't have any spinners and then they will start to try and problem-solve instead of being proactive, he said. Again, it's not because there aren't enough good spinners in England. There are plenty, but they just don't have the tools necessary to upskill, he added. The ECB has recently appointed Richard Dawson as its elite national spin-bowling lead, a role aimed at strengthening the development of spinners, although he will also work as one of Stephen Fleming's assistants in England's Test set-up. Patel is no longer involved with the Test team but remains one of Brendon McCullum's white-ball assistants. Harmer's comments come ahead of England's upcoming Test tour of South Africa, where head coach Stephen Fleming has hinted that the visitors could rely on four specialist fast bowlers and part-time spin options. However, the South African believes Jack Leach should remain a strong option if England decide to include a specialist spinner, particularly given the conditions expected at venues such as the Wanderers, SuperSport Park and Newlands. For me, Jack Leach would be the guy. If you are going to play a spinner at those venues, you need, in the first innings, somebody who can hold from one end so that your seamers can rotate and attack, and come and bowl four overs of aggressive fast bowling, Harmer said. However, the South African believes Jack Leach should remain a strong option if England decide to include a specialist spinner, particularly given the conditions expected at venues such as the Wanderers, SuperSport Park and Newlands. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
NZ vs IND: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of 1st ODI, New Zealand vs India series 2026
NZ vs IND 1st ODI , Approaching Milestones and Records :The first ODI between Indian Cricket Team and New Zealand Cricket Team will be played on Wednesday at Eden Park in Auckland at 7:30 AM IST. Team India won the T20I series 3-2, but their performance in the last two matches was below-average. New Zealand embarrassed them and beat them convincingly in the last two matches. The hosts will be high on confidence after the twin wins in the last week. They also know the home conditions well and will look to use them to their best affect. Team India will welcome their ODI specialists, and fans are eager to watch Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The tickets have been sold out, and it will be a jam-packed stadium. It is a high-scoring venue, and we might see another thriller on Wednesday. Both teams will look to take a winning start to the ODI series and take a lead. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the NZ vs IND 1st ODI at Eden Park, Auckland. NZ vs IND: Approaching ODI Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the NZ vs IND 1st ODI at Eden Park, Auckland 1 - One more century and Virat will surpass Sachin Tendulkar with the record of most centuries outside Asia and most List A hundreds. It will also help him to have most ODI hundreds after age 35 for India. If he scores a fifty, he will surpass Sachin (133) and will have the most 50+ scores against SENA countries. He also needs 101 runs to become the second-highest international scorer against New Zealand. 85 - Henry Nicholls needs 85 runs to complete 2500 runs in ODI cricket. 4 - Michael Bracewell needs four wickets to reach 50 ODI wickets. 65 - Axar Patel needs 65 more runs to complete 2500 international runs for India. 5 - Tom Latham is five sixes away from reaching 100 international sixes. 2 - Glenn Phillips won the Player of the Series award in T20Is. He needs two more boundaries to complete 400 fours in international cricket. 33 - Tim Seifert is 33 runs away from completing 2500 international runs for New Zealand. 75 - Virat Kohli has 1897 runs against New Zealand across formats. He needs 75 runs to surpass Ricky Ponting (1971) and become the leading scorer against New Zealand in ODI cricket. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories 54 - Virat needs 54 runs to surpass Sachin (8720) and become the leading scorer in ODI chases.
Prema Rawat registers fastest fifty in women's T20s
Batting at No. 4 against Hyderabad, Rawat struck six boundaries and four sixes to lift her team to 187 for 2
PBKS are reportedly set to acquire Hardik Pandya from MI in exchange for Arshdeep Singh and wicketkeeper-batter Vishnu Vinod ahead of the IPL retention deadline.
Harmer calls on 'genius' Carl Crowe to boost English spin prowess
South Africa and Essex spinner believes Jack Leach remains England's best bet for Test role
IPL 2027: Punjab Kings Hold The Edge In Race To Seal Hardik Pandya Trade Deal
Indian Premier League: Punjab Kings (PBKS) have edged ahead of others in the race to secure the services of Hardik Pandya via a trade deal with Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of the November 17 retention deadline for the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. IANS understands that apart from PBKS, who have been very aggressive in vying for Pandya, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have also been in the running to acquire the premier seam-bowling all-rounder. Yes, this is true that as of now, Punjab Kings have their noses ahead to get Pandya. If all falls in place, as per the verbal discussions between the top management of the two teams, the formal paperwork to complete Pandyas trade can start soon and then the approval from the IPL officials will be sought, a source tracking the development told IANS on Tuesday. Under the proposed swap, IANS understands that if Pandya goes to PBKS, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh and wicketkeeper-batter Vishnu Vinod are likely to head to MI. Arshdeep is currently in New Zealand, where he is part of Indias fast-bowling attack in the five-match ODI series that starts in Auckland on Wednesday. Vinod, meanwhile, was part of the MI set-up in IPL 2023 and played four games for them. PBKSs rivals in the race to get Pandyas services have appeared to fall behind. KKR, who need a new captain following Ajinkya Rahanes retirement, did reach an advanced stage in talks with MI over Pandyas trade. But three-time winners KKR were not willing to part with their core players, and the talks did not result in a deal. RR, the inaugural edition winners, have also been keen to get Pandya by offering to send Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravi Bishnoi to MI in exchange, but there has not been much progress. LSGs attempts to get Pandya did not make much headway. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were also said to have shown early interest, but it did not develop further. If the MI-PBKS trade goes through, the Shreyas Iyer-led side will gain an all-rounder in Pandya who is capable of winning games with both bat and ball. MI, on their part, would get a marquee Indian left-arm fast bowler who can bowl in all phases, as well as add another Indian wicketkeeping option. If somehow the MI-PBKS trade talks dont materialise, Pandya will not mind playing another year at MI, possibly under Rohit Sharmas captaincy, before the mega auction happens next year, another source tracking the deal told IANS. It is also understood that if the Pandya deal is done, PBKS are looking to add left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan in exchange for Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, whose role could shrink with his addition to the set-up. Pandya, a member of India winning 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups, led Gujarat Titans (GT) to the IPL title in 2022 during a successful two-season stint before returning to MI in an all-cash trade ahead of IPL 2024. His three seasons as MI captain brought little success. MI, the five-time champions, finished fourth in 2025, but were at the bottom of the points table in 2024 and ended at ninth spot in 2026. It is also understood that if the Pandya deal is done, PBKS are looking to add left-arm pacer Mohsin Khan in exchange for Australias seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, whose role could shrink with his addition to the set-up. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
No Place For Kuldeep Yadav In New Zealand ODIs? Ravichandran Ashwin's Big Playing XI Prediction
Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, India registered a 3-2 victory over the Kiwis in the T20I leg, which will now be followed by a five-match ODI series starting on Wednesday in Auckland.
Prema Rawat smashes fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket
India all-rounder Prema Rawat has set a new world record for the fastest half-century in women's T20 cricket, achieving the milestone in just 14 balls during a Senior Women's T20 Trophy match in Pune.
Prema Rawat Breaks Huge Women's T20 Record, Surpasses Pakistan's Fatima Sana In Elite List
India all-rounder Prema Rawat slammed an unbeaten 14-ball half-century to register the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket during a Senior Women's T20 Trophy match.
NZ vs IND 1st ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
NZ vs IND 1st ODI , Cricket Tips :Team India managed to carry on their good record in New Zealand and won the T20I series. But New Zealand hammered India in the last two ODIs, gained the much-needed confidence and boost ahead of the five-match ODI series. They would be keen to start the ODI series with a win. The first match will commence at 7:30 AM IST on Wednesday, taking place at Eden Park in Auckland. India have an experienced bowling unit. However, the playing conditions and shorter boundaries can make it even tougher for the Indian bowlers. Can New Zealand take advantage of it and take a lead? NZ vs IND: Match Details Date : November 4, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 AM IST Venue : Eden Park, Auckland NZ vs IND: Live Streaming Details The live action of the first match will be available to watch on Sony Sports Network. Fans can also watch the game on the Sony LIV app or website. NZ vs IND: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches : 123 New Zealand: 52 India : 63 No-result: 8 NZ vs IND: Ground Pitch Report Eden Park is a great venue for the batters. It has a flat deck, which has very short boundaries. The bounce and pace have been pretty good here, and batters can play shots. A top edge also flies over the line. NZ vs IND: Predicted XIs New Zealand : Will Young, Tim Seifert, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Mitch Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy India : Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Nitish Reddy, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh NZ vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shubman Gill is the no. 1 ranked ODI player, and Daryl Mitchell is ranked no. 2 in the rankings. They will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh and Jacob Duffy did well in recent T20Is, and they will get a good swing with the new ball. Today Match Prediction: New Zealand have gained momentum and confidence after the last two games. Hence, we predict them to win the first ODI. NZ vs IND Match 1st ODI, Today Match NZ vs IND, NZ vs IND Prediction, NZ vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for New Zealand vs India Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Abdul Samad To Lead Pakistan In Rising Stars Asia Cup; Sadaqat, Hasan Included
T20 Asia Cup Rising Stars: Pakistan have named their squad for the 50-over Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament, as Abdul Samad will be leading the 15-man squad for the event that gets underway on November 19 in Qatar. Samad was recently seen in action during the Hong Kong Sixes, the Asian Games final against India and during a T20I against Sri Lanka last month. He leads the batting line-up, which has the likes of Maaz Sadaqat and Hasan Nawaz, Haider Ali, Shahzaib Khan, Farhan Yousuf and Shamyl Hussain. Hasan recently made a comeback to Pakistan's ODI squad for the recent tri-series and had also scored 96 against India in the Asian Games final. The fast bowling attack features Mohammad Hasnain, Ahmed Daniyal, Akif Javed, and Sufyan Moqim. Hasnain made his ODI debut in 2019 but played the last of his 15 ODIs in February 2025. Meanwhile, Moqim was part of Pakistan's squad for the Rawalpindi leg of the tri-series. The squad mostly has players who have played international cricket before but is nowhere close to the first-choice ODI team, as expected, with this being the Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament. Pakistan are in Group B along with India A, UAE and Nepal. They will begin their campaign against the UAE on November 20, followed by their clash against India A on November 22, before they round up their group stage by facing Nepal on November 25. Pakistan are the defending champions of both the 50-over and the T20 Asia Cup Rising Stars. They beat India A to win the 2023 50-over continental showpiece in Colombo and defeated Bangladesh A to lift the T20 title last year in Doha. Pakistan are in Group B along with India A, UAE and Nepal. They will begin their campaign against the UAE on November 20, followed by their clash against India A on November 22, before they round up their group stage by facing Nepal on November 25. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Finlay Bean makes switch from Yorkshire to Northants
Top-order batter leaves Headingley despite having two years left on contract
Focus on Rohit, Kohli but pace attack a worry for India in NZ ODIs
India's bowling attack, featuring several inexperienced players, is a major concern ahead of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand, with key pacers rested for upcoming Test matches and the World Test Championship.
'Keep pressure on Australia': Atherton asks England to leave pre-Ashes scars in white-ball series
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Former England cricketer Michael Atherton has asked England to keep the pressure on Australia during the upcoming white-ball series Down Under, as he feels that the Aussies can implode before the Ashes next year, considering the problems they are dealing with and the hectic schedule ahead. Australia recently lost to South Africa 2-1 in the Test series, which saw them lose their World No. 1 ranking and also their top spot in the World Test Championship points table. They have problems of their own with Marnus Labuschagne in serious danger of being dropped after another underwhelming Test series. The famous Aussie pace trio of Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc will also be absent for the three-match ODI and the five-match T20I series against England, which begins with the ODIs from November 13, as they have a hectic schedule ahead with a four-match Test series against New Zealand in late 2026 and then a five-match Test series in India in early 2027. Atherton feels that England's white-ball series Down Under gives them a great chance to keep the pressure on Australia by not letting them win, feeling that the Aussies can implode before they head to UK for the 2027 Ashes that begins in June. Although some of the big guns are not playing, it is a chance to keep some pressure on Australia now - pressure on their selectors after the decisions around Labuschagne and what have you, pressure on some of their big-name players and pressure on them to keep their results modest, Atherton said as quoted by Sky Sports. The past players will start to go at them as they started to do, actually, after about day one of the Ashes in Perth last year, before England then let them off the hook, he added. Australian batters have been facing the heat as David Warner recently lambasted the poor batting in the second innings of the third Test against South Africa, where the Aussies were bowled out for 111 and lost the Test by 176 runs, eventually going down in the series too. I'm just upset. It's terrible. It's un-Australian. There's no fight whatsoever. It's disgraceful, Warner said on Fox Sports. 288, you're winning a Test match; you could win a series. It's on the line. And this is the way they're playing? A tour of South Africa that began with the Matt Renshaw-inspired visitors claiming a famous victory in Durban ended in ignominy on the fifth day in Cape Town, with an all-too-familiar batting collapse bringing about a first series loss in more than 1,300 days. I think it's deplorable. The batters have let the bowlers down the whole series. Yes, Matt Renshaw showed fight in that first Test, but I think the batters have been disgraceful. What the batters should know is that this bloke here (Rabada) is going to come out firing. And he has done that. If you get through 10-15 overs... Warner added.
ICC Rankings: Vaishnavi Sharma rises 53 places to 94th in ODI bowling after five-wicket haul
Digital Desk | Dubai, Nov 3 (IANS) India's young spinner Vaishnavi Sharma made a significant leap in the latest ICC Women's ODI rankings following her impressive performance in the three-match series against Zimbabwe, climbing 53 places to reach 94th position in the bowling charts. The 20-year-old spinner emerged as the biggest gainer among Indian players after delivering an outstanding performance in the series, particularly in the third and final ODI, where she registered her maiden five-wicket haul in the format. After picking up four wickets in the second ODI, Vaishnavi continued her impressive run with figures of 5/39 in the series finale. The performance, which came in only her third appearance in the 50-over format, earned her the Player of the Match award and helped India complete a 3-0 clean sweep. Vaishnavi's rise was not the only positive development for India in the bowling rankings, with Sayali Satghare also making notable progress. The pacer climbed 18 places to 85th after an impressive display in the final ODI, where she returned figures of 2/11 in six overs and bowled 30 dot balls. Meanwhile, left-arm spinner Kranti Gaud moved up one place to 24th after claiming two wickets in the third ODI. For Zimbabwe, Nomvelo Sibanda gained two places to reach 60th in the bowling rankings. She made an early impact in the final match by dismissing India's Yastika Bhatia off the first ball of the innings. In the batting rankings, India opener Pratika Rawal climbed three places to 18th following another consistent performance against Zimbabwe. Rawal registered her third consecutive half-century of the series, continuing her impressive run with the bat. Fellow opener Shafali Verma also gained ground, moving up eight places to join the 65th after scoring an attacking 51 in the final match. Zimbabwe's Modester Mupachikwa climbed three places to 36th after scoring 37 in the final ODI, while captain Josephine Nkomo moved up two spots to 49th in the batting rankings.
CSK Told To Release Rs 14.20 Crore Star As IPL Retentions Deadline Approaches
A lot of eyeballs will be on the retentions and releases of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.
Unfortunate That Grace Harris Has Gone At Base Price: Abhinav Mukund
Australian Ellyse Perry: UP Warriorz's decision to secure Australian all-rounder Grace Harris at her base price in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction has drawn attention, with former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund questioning whether the franchise's latest acquisition reflects her actual value. Mukund believes Harris, despite coming off a strong season, was unfortunate to lose her place in a championship-winning setup following the return of fellow Australian Ellyse Perry, but expects the hard-hitting batter to play an important role for UP Warriorz in the upcoming edition. Harris, who has previously represented UP Warriorz, was among the notable overseas additions made by the franchise at the auction. Her availability at the base price has raised questions about how teams are valuing experienced overseas players, particularly those who have already demonstrated their ability to deliver in the competition. Explaining why Harris found herself in that position despite her performances, Mukund pointed towards the difficulty of retaining a place in a settled overseas combination when another high-profile player becomes available. I actually feel for someone like Grace Harris because, if you look at every other team in the league, they've got their four overseas players nailed down along with the associates, if required. And unfortunately for Grace Harris, despite having a great season, she finds herself out of a championship-winning side because a better player, for lack of a better word, Ellyse Perry is back, Mukund told JioStar. Mukund also highlighted how the return of established international players can influence auction decisions, even when franchises are required to part ways with performers who have contributed to successful campaigns. In Harris' case, the Australian's power-hitting and versatility could offer UP Warriorz an important middle-order option. The franchise has also brought in Sophie Molineux, adding another dimension to its overseas resources. However, the challenge will be to identify a combination that accommodates its new signings alongside established names such as Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield and Sophie Ecclestone. Mukund also highlighted how the return of established international players can influence auction decisions, even when franchises are required to part ways with performers who have contributed to successful campaigns. In Harris' case, the Australian's power-hitting and versatility could offer UP Warriorz an important middle-order option. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
1st ODI: New Zealand challenge awaits India as World Cup preparations heat up (Preview)
Digital Desk | Auckland, Nov 3 (IANS) India's preparations for the ODI World Cup 2027 are now entering a crucial phase as they gear up for a five-match ODI series in New Zealand, starting Wednesday here at Eden Park. India's first match in the 2027 World Cup is only a little more than 11 months away, and their ODI series in New Zealand could offer conditions similar to those they can expect in early summer in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia for the global showpiece. This series is crucial for both teams' preparations, but both are missing some key personnel. India are without Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, while the Kiwis will be without Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman, and Devon Conway will miss the first ODI with concussion. Speaking after the recent West Indies ODI series, Indias ODI and Test captain, Shubman Gill, stated that there was not much time to experiment and that he wanted the World Cup combination settled. India are still identifying their bowlers for the global showpiece, as only Jasprit Bumrah looks to be in top form. With Hardik also unavailable, India are left to keep experimenting in the middle order. Speaking ahead of the first ODI against New Zealand, Gill admitted that the team is open to experimenting at No. 5 and No. 6, although the op four is set. He highlighted that Axar Patel could be used as a floater, or that KL Rahul could even be moved to No. 5. He also wanted the ODIs to have been played before the recently concluded T20Is so that India could have fielded their best-choice team for all five matches. The visitors have pulled out some of their first-choice Test players for the fourth and fifth ODIs to let them prepare for the Test matches. Meanwhile, New Zealand will also be without Rachin and Chapman, both of whom have been ruled out of the series with injuries, while Conway has a concussion after colliding with Matt Henry during training. Both teams have also named separate squads for the first three ODIs and the remaining two matches to give the Test players time to prepare for the Test series. The ODI series will also be crucial for Rohit Sharma, who has not scored an ODI hundred in New Zealand before. As he has done in the past, he would like to have a few more strong innings under his belt. The match will be played on a different pitch from the one that hosted the fourth T20I between these two teams recently, in which New Zealand scored 259 in their 20 overs. That could make for a much more competitive contest between bat and ball. When: November 4, 2026, 7:30 AM Where: Eden Park, Auckland Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Sony Sports Network channels on TV, and live streaming is available on the Sony LIV app and website. Squads: New Zealand: Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Tom Latham (w), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Matthew Fisher, Blair Tickner, Tim Seifert, Kyle Jamieson India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Anshul Kamboj, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan
Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen have given the country a reason to celebrate with their recent performances. However, behind these achievements, Indian shuttlers have faced a funding problem during their European tour. The Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Samad to lead Pakistan Shaheens in Rising Stars Asia Cup
The 15-member squad features players with international exposure, including Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Hasnain and Maaz Sadaqat
IND vs NZ first ODI: New Zealands focus on Ro-Ko as depleted pace attack a worry for India
With Jasprit Bumrah being preserved for Test matches and the duo of Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana still some weeks away from an international return, workhorse Mohammed Siraj will have to shoulder additional burden during the series
Santner: NZ T20 League Vital, Focus on ODI Bowling vs India
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has expressed strong support for a dedicated New Zealand T20 league, believing it would significantly benefit domestic players and enhance the sport's profile in the country. He also highlighted the importance of consistent bowling in ODIs to pressure Indian batters.
1st ODI: Depleted Pace Attack Worry For India As New Zealand Focus On 'Ro-Ko'
The irrepressible Rohit Sharma and the indomitable Virat Kohli are predictably the focus of all attention on their last tour of the Southern Hemisphere but India's thin-on-experience bowling attack gives New Zealand the upper-hand in the five-match ODI series starting in Auckland on Wednesday.
Shubman Gill issues update on Hardik Pandya ahead of NZ ODIs, weighs in on India's squad composition
The stage is set for the ODI series between India and New Zealand. With the conclusion of the T20I series, the two sides will now take on each other across five ODI matches, with the...
400 Sixes, 21000 Runs: Rohit Eyes Big Records In NZ ODIs
Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma is on the cusp of several significant international records during the upcoming five-match ODI series against New Zealand, including reaching 21,000 international runs and becoming the first opener to score 5,000 runs in SENA conditions.
New Zealand Captain Mitchell Santner's Big Praise For Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma Breaks Internet
As India and New Zealand gear up for a five-match ODI series, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner praised the performances of Indian stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
Rohit, Kohli Still a Big Threat, Admits NZ Captain Santner
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has outlined his team's bowling strategy to counter Indian batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the upcoming five-match ODI series, emphasising discipline and surface-specific tactics.
In a major blow to Cricket Ireland, the women's teams star batter Rebecca Stokell has admitted to breaching the ICCs (International Cricket Council) anti-doping code. It is worth noting that Stokell provided a sample during...
India, New Zealand switch to World Cup prep at bouncy Eden Park
Four days after playing a high-scoring T20I at Eden Park, the two teams are back here for the ODIs, but the conditions could be a lot different
Santner on 'Taxing' India Series, ODI World Cup Prep
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has expressed concerns about player fatigue and the 'taxing' schedule ahead of the ODI leg of their series against India, highlighting the need for recovery and rotation amidst preparations for the 2027 World Cup.
All the hard work I had put in was finally paying off: Shafali recalls surprise ODI WC call-up
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) India all-rounder Shafali Verma revealed that her return to the national side during the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 came as a complete surprise, with the call-up arriving while she was representing Haryana in a domestic competition. The right-handed batter said she was not even following the World Cup closely at the time, having shifted her attention towards improving her own game through domestic cricket. Shafali was drafted into India's squad midway through the tournament, giving the team another batting option during the latter stages of the competition. The batter recalled receiving the unexpected news from the team manager and was initially struggling to believe that she had been selected. The call-up, she said, was particularly rewarding because it came after a prolonged period of working on her game away from the national setup. I was representing Haryana in a state-level match when the national team manager suddenly called to inform me that I had been selected for the remaining matches of the World Cup. I couldn't believe it, as I had been away from social media and wasn't even following the tournament, having focused entirely on my own game. I felt all the hard work I had put in over the past year was finally paying off. The team welcomed me warmly, and the two or three net sessions helped me adapt to the conditions and find my rhythm. Being in good touch through domestic cricket also gave me confidence. The work I had put into myself was reflecting in my game, and that felt good, Shafali told JioStar. She also highlighted how her domestic performances helped her make the transition back into the international environment without feeling overwhelmed by the sudden change in circumstances. Rather than requiring an extended adjustment period, a handful of practice sessions with the national team helped her settle into the conditions and regain familiarity with the team's setup.
'ODIs First, Then T20Is And Tests': Gill Lays Down Preference For New Zealand Tour
World Test Championship: India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill stated that he would have preferred T20Is to be scheduled between the ODIs and Test matches on the tour of New Zealand, allowing the Indian team to field full-strength squads for the last two ODIs of the five-match series while giving them enough time to prepare for a crucial two-match Test series. With the race for the World Test Championship final heating up and the ODI World Cup 2027 preparations in full swing, Tests and ODIs are the two preferred formats for teams, and India are no different. India are still in the fight for the WTC final in June 2027 and are currently fourth, while they also prepare for the 2027 World Cup. However, as the ODIs and Tests on the New Zealand tour run back-to-back, there is a short turnaround for the players to prepare for both formats separately. India have opted to rest a few of their first-choice Test players for the last two ODIs of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand. Speaking ahead of the start of the ODI series from Wednesday onwards, India captain Gill stated that he would have liked the T20Is to be played in between the ODIs and Tests for India to field a full-strength team. Both (the ODI and Test series) are very important, Gill told reporters on the eve of the first ODI in Auckland. If it was in my hands and all the players were fit, I would have liked to have all the players who we are looking at playing during the World Cup (for the full ODI series), but the two Test matches are also very important. If it had been one-day first, then T20, and then Test, we could have played all five (ODI) matches (with our strongest squad), but (we couldn't do this) because the gap between the one-day (series) and Test matches was very small, he added. India will be missing the likes of Gill and KL Rahul, among others, for the last two ODIs of the series. The ODIs end on November 15, and the Tests will begin from November 19 onwards. Both (the ODI and Test series) are very important, but unfortunately, because we are playing the one-dayers in between (the T20Is and Tests), the players in the Test team are having to miss the last two one-dayers, he added. Gill also has an eye on the WTC final as India's chances for the title clash have increased a bit after South Africa defeated Australia 2-1 in a recently concluded series. The WTC scenario has become very interesting, Gill said. India will be missing the likes of Gill and KL Rahul, among others, for the last two ODIs of the series. The ODIs end on November 15, and the Tests will begin from November 19 onwards. Both (the ODI and Test series) are very important, but unfortunately, because we are playing the one-dayers in between (the T20Is and Tests), the players in the Test team are having to miss the last two one-dayers, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Amol Muzumdar On Dressing-room Intervention During ODI WC: If Not Now, Then Never
Cricket World Cup: India head coach Amol Muzumdar revealed that he decided to confront the team's shortcomings inside the dressing room following their defeat to England during the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, believing that a direct intervention was necessary to change the team's fortunes. Muzumdar said he chose to address the players despite reservations from members of his support staff, as India's third defeat in the group stage had made it clear that the team needed to respond. The loss against England was particularly disappointing for the Indian camp, with the side having entered the contest expecting to secure a convincing victory. However, their inability to close out the match prompted Muzumdar to take a different approach in his communication with the players. Recalling the circumstances that led to his decision, the India head coach said he felt another routine team discussion would not be enough to bring about the desired change. The group stage match against England, which we were supposed to win by a nice margin, we were not able to finish and ended up losing. That was our third defeat of the World Cup, and I wasn't happy about it, nor were the players. I decided we had to make something happen there. Unless we took action, nothing was going to change. My support staff did mention, 'not now, Amol.' But I decided otherwise. I said, 'no, if not now, then never.' So that was when I stepped in. I mentioned to shut the windows because I didn't want the public to see it, but at the same time, it was needed. I just said what I felt through my heart. It was great on the team's part that they took it positively because it was meant for the betterment of the team. I was thankful they took it that way, Muzumdar told JioStar. Muzumdar explained that his intervention was driven by the gap between the potential he saw within the squad and what the players were managing to produce during matches. He believed that the team's considerable individual ability needed to translate into performances when it mattered most, rather than remaining restricted to practice sessions and discussions away from the field. The coach also acknowledged the players' response to his message, saying he was appreciative of the manner in which the dressing room received his words despite the intensity of the conversation. Muzumdar explained that his intervention was driven by the gap between the potential he saw within the squad and what the players were managing to produce during matches. He believed that the team's considerable individual ability needed to translate into performances when it mattered most, rather than remaining restricted to practice sessions and discussions away from the field. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Santner flags workload concerns, backs squad depth and role clarity ahead of 2027 World Cup
Apart from the recently concluded T20I series, New Zealand are hosting India in a series featuring five ODIs beginning on November 4, 2026, and two Tests starting November 19
Ravichandran Ashwin Points Out Big Concern For India Ahead Of New Zealand ODIs
Despite winning the series 3-2 against New Zealand, Shreyas Iyer and Co have come under scrutiny for their team selections and the inconsistent displays from the bowling unit.
IPL 2027: Punjab Kings Set For Shock Hardik Pandya Trade!
Punjab Kings are reportedly nearing a deal to acquire all-rounder Hardik Pandya from Mumbai Indians in a surprise trade ahead of the IPL 2027 auction, with Arshdeep Singh and Vishnu Vinod potentially moving to MI.
I Didnt Want To Leave On A Stretcher So I Walked: Pratika Opens Up On ODI WC Injury
Cricket World Cup: India batter Pratika Rawal opened up about the emotional and physical ordeal of suffering a fracture during the ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025, admitting that she sensed something was wrong immediately after falling during the match against Bangladesh, but she didn't want to leave on a stretcher, so she was determined to walk. The injury brought her World Cup campaign to an abrupt end, forcing her to watch Indias subsequent knockout matches from the sidelines, including the semi-final and final. Rawal recalled being conscious of the seriousness of the impact even before undergoing medical examinations. Despite suspecting an injury, she was determined to walk back to the dressing room rather than leave the field on a stretcher. An X-ray subsequently confirmed a fracture, ruling her out of the remainder of the tournament. When I fell down during the match against Bangladesh, I knew something was wrong. Im very aware of my body, and the impact didnt feel right. I didnt want to leave on a stretcher, so I was determined to walk, even if I had to limp. After reaching the dressing room, I informed our Head of Sports Science and Medicine, and the X-ray confirmed a fracture, which meant my World Cup was over. My dad was in the stands and kept calling me, but my phone was with the manager. When our physio told me he was worried, I asked her to let him know I was okay, even though I knew I wasnt. It was tough to get injured during a World Cup, but watching the girls play in the semi-final and final was amazing. I watched the semi-final from my hotel room, with my dad beside me, anxiously hoping we would win. It was a mix of emotions, but having great people around me made all the difference, Pratika told JioStar while reflecting on the incident. While missing the business end of the World Cup was difficult, Rawal found herself with another memorable moment on the field when she returned to action against Zimbabwe. The Indian batter revealed that she scored a century in the first ODI against Zimbabwe on October 23, the exact date on which she had registered a hundred against New Zealand during the 2025 World Cup. The remarkable coincidence was spotted shortly before the Zimbabwe match when highlights of Indias World Cup campaign were being shown on television. A conversation with head coach Amol Muzumdar and senior batter Smriti Mandhana then prompted Rawal to attempt to recreate the achievement. While missing the business end of the World Cup was difficult, Rawal found herself with another memorable moment on the field when she returned to action against Zimbabwe. The Indian batter revealed that she scored a century in the first ODI against Zimbabwe on October 23, the exact date on which she had registered a hundred against New Zealand during the 2025 World Cup. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Gill Backs Bumrah's ODI Break, Says Tests Equally Important
India's ODI captain Shubman Gill has clarified the decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah from the New Zealand ODIs, prioritising the upcoming Test series, and explained India's strategy of preferring taller bowlers for their pace attack.
