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Ten Doeschate appointed Knight Riders' head of cricket strategy

Ryan ten Doeschate will lead the strategic direction for scouting, player recruitment, squad planning and performance evaluation across all four Knight Riders teams

Who Is Saransh Jain? The 33-Year-Old Spinner Who Earned India Test Call-Up

Saransh Jain' s maiden Test call-up for India's upcoming two-match series in Sri Lanka may have surprised many, but not those who have closely followed the 33-year-old off-spinner's journey from Indore. For coaches, teammates and domestic cricket observers, his selection is the culmination of years of perseverance, consistent performances and a relentless commitment to perfecting his craft in red-ball cricket. Jain, who bats left-handed and has been a regular in India A team, has made 2223 runs and picked 188 wickets in 54 first-class outings. Having debuted in the Ranji Trophy back in 2014, he spent years on the periphery before having a breakthrough time in 2022, bagging 13 wickets and hitting a crucial knockout fifty to drive Madhya Pradesh to a historic maiden title. But it was the 2025/26 season that truly kicked the door down: 518 runs at 57.55 alongside 30 wickets at 20.43, hot on the heels of a Player-of-the-Series run for Central Zone (16 wickets and two fifties in just two Duleep Trophy matches). He was a net bowler when India faced Afghanistan in New Chandigarh; now, he got his way into the Indian Test squad. For former BCCI secretary and national selector Sanjay Jagdale, the news brought unreserved delight for a player he calls a very low-profile and very hard-working boy. He has been a very consistent performer for MP - constantly improving, working very hard on his fitness and other things also. He literally forced his entry into the Indian team, although it is a bit late. But even then, he has been very consistent. It is not one or two seasons - if you look back, every year after year, he has been very consistent with both bat and ball, he told IANS. Jagdale recalled even at the junior level, Jains heart was in excelling in the longer format. As I said earlier, he kept on improving. The best thing is, he was not targeting white-ball only, although he is good at both things. But he is a very good red-ball player and there is no doubt about it - both with ball and bat. Jagdale added Jain can bowl on any type of wicket and expects him to settle down quickly in the Test team. Very accurate, very terrific self-belief and he has a lot of variations. He has constantly improved a lot as a bowler. He reads the situation very well and adapts according to it quickly, and that is his strength. Sunil Dholpure, MP men's Under-19 head coach, grew up with Jain at Vijay Club in Indore, where his father, Subodh Jain, who himself played for Madhya Pradesh as an off-spinner, coached them. The club is on the verge of having its second player to play Tests for India after Rajat Patidar featured in the home series against England in 2024. Apart from Subodh, coaches Sunil Dholpure and Amal Kokje, who played for India U17 and U19 teams, gave all trainees guidelines to succeed in the game. His father gets more credit for what he has done for Saransh. He didn't pay much attention to Saransh because his focus was on his elder brother, Sunny, who later left the sport for studies. Saransh was chulbula (cheerful) and thoda masti (a bit of fun) type. He didn't pay much attention and wasn't sincere initially. But there was a different thing about him - as he grew up, he became sincere. He started paying attention to cricket and became a good all-rounder, he said to IANS. Subodhs sacrifices behind that transformation were significant too. When his father started coaching, the club rose to be at the top of the Indore division. We worked so hard to get there. His father had a car and he would drive both boys to the club. He received a lot of notices from the job he had in the bank, but he was so interested in cricket that he used to coach us instead of going to work. When space at the ground wasn't enough, Subodh converted their rooftop at home into a mini ground. To give Saransh more practice time, he constructed a pitch on his rooftop at home. He had a jaali covering the roof and Saransh used to practice on it. As a young boy, he was very fond of cricket. So his father used to cover the roof with a net and Saransh used to do a lot of batting and bowling there. He used to do a lot of individual work. He used to come to the ground less, but would do regular practice at the rooftop nets. Dholpure also singled out current MP head coach Chandrakant Pandit's role in Jain's rise from 2022. Since the time he has come here, hes been honest, exhibited a long-term vision and very transparent in knowing that this player can do well. I feel Saransh didn't get so many chances that he has got now and under Chandrakant Pandit sir, he played so many games that I feel he also deserves some credit in getting him into the Test team. Given Sri Lanka's left-handed heavy batting order, Dholpure, who made Jain the captain of Jabalpur Lions franchise when they won the MPL T20 league for the first time, backed him to make an immediate impact if picked for the first Test starting on August 15. I feel that 99 percent Saransh will play well on his debut. There is no off-break bowler who can bowl like him right now in red-ball cricket. There isn't any step in cricket where Saransh hasn't come on top of it or struggled to get out of it. Whether it is local cricket, division cricket, district cricket, U19, U23, India A and Ranji Trophy, Saransh has gone through all of it. Hes down to earth and has worked hard from the bottom to rise to the top of the table. When Pandit, the former India wicketkeeper-batter, joined the MP set-up in 2020, he found Jain in and out of the playing eleven. Its evident from him playing only eight Ranji Trophy games from 2014 to 2019, with fellow off-spin bowling all-rounder Jalaj Saxena being the lead spinner. I thought that he's got some different ability as a genuine off-spinner who can bat, Pandit said to IANS, adding that backing that judgment meant dropping a more experienced bowler a little harsh call - to make room for him. What impressed Pandit was not just skill, but curiosity. He's a very good student of the game and the reason behind it is I have always seen him during the games, he wants to know why this field setting has been done. He will try and find out from me. Early on, Jain confided in Pandit about his own anxieties on his place in the side. He obviously said to me, 'Sir, I've not been getting enough opportunities and I'm not so confident because I don't know what next game I'm going to play or not.' So, obviously that security, I had to give him. That security led to one of Jain's more unusual trademarks - bowling round the wicket from his very first ball, something Pandit suggested and he initially resisted. With the high-arm action, he has a very good rotation on the ball. So, with that rotation, the ball gets drifted away from the batters. Also, it dips down in front of the batters and I remember after seeing this kind of his skill, I suggested that he bowl from round the wicket. He said, 'If I bowl from round the wicket, I will not get lbw.' I reply, 'That is not the only way for getting a wicket. You can get the batsman out via caught behind, bowled, lbw, or caught at short leg, silly point and slip. Now, today, if you see, most of the off-spinners try to imitate him in coming round the wicket. The drift he gets is because he's got a good rotation on the ball and is not a flat trajectory bowler - he likes to give air to the ball. Pandit was also unwilling to box Jain in as a bowler who can only be good in dismissing left-handed batters. I'm sure that not only left-hander, but he can bowl well against right-handers as well. He's got a good outgoing ball as well and that helps in getting the best out of him. He told me two years back that, I would not like to be a net bowler for anyone in the IPL. He added that I want to be a part of the Indian Test team. So, that made me very happy when that day he told me this. To play in a red-ball game, it's entirely a different kind of satisfaction because that is why you find players who have hardly played 100 Test matches. Pandit also revealed Jain called him around 10 or 10:30 am, after he was named in the Test squad. I don't want to take credit away from him. It is our duty as a coach to guide him. To get that acceptance level for what he has, is the best part for me. He always communicates with me, whether it is off-season, domestic season going on or even when hes at the CoE. His relation with me is more than a player-coach relationship - it's something else and that maybe is probably due to the kind of confidence and security he got from me. I gave a simple suggestion to him - to carry on what hes been doing in domestic cricket. Like, The way you've been bowling, rather than thinking that you're representing India and probably playing against any other country, focus on your own skills that you have developed. Jain's selection is also down to circumstances too - Washington Sundar's hamstring injury ruled him out of the first Test, and Sri Lanka's left-hand-heavy top order made a specialist offspinner an attractive option. Jain had shown glimpses of what he can do earlier this month when he hit an unbeaten 70 and took six wickets in the second four-day game against Sri Lanka A in Galle, the venue for the opening Test. India are expected to field three spinners on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches, with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav all but certain to start, leaving Jain to compete with Manav Suthar, who was impressive on his debut against Afghanistan, for the final spot. Should he take the field in Galle, Jain, who doesnt have an IPL contract, will become the first Indian to debut in Tests past the age of 33 since Robin Singh in 1998. He also attended a five-day camp conducted by former India offspinner Harbhajan Singh at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru earlier this year, which also sharpened his red-ball skillsets. India are expected to field three spinners on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches, with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav all but certain to start, leaving Jain to compete with Manav Suthar, who was impressive on his debut against Afghanistan, for the final spot. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For everyone who watched Jain go through the grind of playing division games, bowling relentlessly on the roof-top, being in a dressing room where he once wasn't sure of his place, and showing up when it mattered the most - it is a line that could just as easily have come from the man himself. Article Source: IANS

Ravindra Jadeja Returns as India Name Squad for Sri Lanka Tests, Bumrah Back

India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026: Veteran spinner Ravindra Jadeja was named on Tuesday in India's squad for two Test matches in Sri Lanka after recovering from injury. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah also returns in a 15-player squad, but will need to be cleared to play after a fitness assessment, as will batsman Sai Sudharsan. The first Test is in Galle from August 15-19 with the second in Colombo on August 23-27. Left-arm spinner Jadeja suffered an elbow injury during the Indian Premier League and missed India's one-off Test win against Afghanistan last month. All-rounder Saransh Jain, who bowls offspin, has been handed a maiden call-up. Shubman Gill will be captain in India's first series in the current World Test Championship (WTC) since the 2-0 home defeat to South Africa in November. India are fifth in the WTC standings, which are led by Australia, with Sri Lanka sixth. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Shubman Gill (capt), KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Sai Sudharsan*, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, Jasprit Bumrah*, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Devdutt Padikkal, Saransh Jain

Pakistan Collapse Again as West Indies Seal 90-Run Test Win in Trinidad

Pakistan crumbled for the second consecutive day to the West Indies pace attack, losing the first Test of a two-match series by 90 runs on the fourth day in Trinidad on Tuesday. Set a tricky target of 211 on a deteriorating surface, the tourists were never in contention and were all out for 120 off 40.2 overs just after tea. It could have been worse. When they subsided to 71 for nine, Pakistan seemed doomed to their lowest Test innings total against the West Indies. Bowling hero Mohammad Abbas hung around with captain Babar Azam to put on 49 runs for the last wicket before Jayden Seales ended the match by trapping Abbas leg-before for 23, finishing with figures of five for 20. Babar remained unbeaten on 58. Pakistan will go into the second and final Test a few miles away at Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain, starting Sunday, on the back of four consecutive defeats and an extended abysmal run of 13 losses in their last 17 Tests. This was also the eighth consecutive Test loss away from home. Their capitulation was a repeat of events of the third day when they lost seven wickets for 38 runs, sliding from 244 for three to 282 all out to concede a 29-run first innings deficit. - 'Being disciplined' - Pakistan fought back with the ball late on day three, but West Indies rallied to a second innings total of 181, adding 55 runs on the fourth morning on the back of an adventurous 38 off 27 balls (four sixes and one four) from Shamar Joseph. Even after the innings was wrapped up by Abbas - who finished with the excellent figures of five for 22 the Pakistan players' body language in the field increasingly suggested the target well beyond their reach, especially with former captain Shan Masood hampered by a fractured finger sustained during his first innings century. He bravely came out with the innings in ruins at 58 for six only to become one of Seales' victims, taken a backward point by Joseph. On the day when the late, great all-rounder Garfield Sobers would have turned 90, the latest follower in his footsteps, fellow-Barbadian Justin Greaves, picked up two wickets to finish with match figures of seven for 39 and earn the Player of the Match award. It was just about being disciplined, said Greaves. From watching Mohammad Abbas in both the first and second innings, we tried to mimic that and it pretty much worked out well for us. Babar was honest about his team's batting frailties. This surface is good. We have to expect it to be a bit up and down at this stage and also the movement with the new ball. We prepared for this, he said. But they bowled very well, using the conditions, and we just couldn't get a partnership going. West Indies captain Roston Chase enjoyed his second Test win in three matches after going more than a year without success after his appointment. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I love how this team is going, he said. We're not depending on one or two guys solely. Everyone is chipping in at crucial times.

Australia call for larger squad sizes for expanded 2027 ODI World Cup

2023 World Cup winning coach Andrew McDonald calls for 17-player squads for the expanded tournament with the finalists set to play 13 games compared to 11 four years ago

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WEF-W vs TRT-W: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 11, The Hundred Womens 2026

WEF-W vs TRT-W,Approaching Milestones and Records :Welsh Fire Women and Trent Rockets Women will be facing each other in the first game of the double header on Wednesday. This is match no. 11 of the Hundred Women's 2026, which will kick off at 4 PM IST at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. These two sides are in the first half of the ladder. Welsh Fire Women are placed fourth on the table with four points. They lost their opening game against Southern Brave Women by 8 runs and failed to chase down 126 runs. Georgia Voll's half-century went in vain. In the second game, they recorded a big win of 60 runs over MI London. Meanwhile, Trent Rockets had a big win in their first game against Birmingham Phoenix Women by nine wickets. But they couldn't keep up the momentum in the second game. Hence, they suffered a 5-wicket defeat at the hand of London Spirit. Can they find form in this match? Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the WEF-W vs TRT-W Match 11 at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. WEF-W vs TRT-W: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the WEF-W vs TRT-WMatch 11 atSophia Gardens in Cardiff 1 - Sophie Devine (9) needs one more hundred to have the most centuries in women's T20 cricket ever. One more half-century will have her surpass Suzie Bates and Ellyse Perry. She will have third-most half-centuries in women's T20s. 56 - Freya Kemp is just 56 runs away from completing 1500 runs in women's T20s. 4 - Georgia Wareham is just four sixes away from completing 50 T20 sixes. 42 - Heather Graham is just 42 runs away from completing 2500 runs in women's T20s. 54 - Sophia Dunkley is just 54 runs away from reaching 4000 T20 runs. 70 - Beth Mooney is on the verge of making history. She needs 70 more runs to surpass Suzie Bates (11174) and become the second-highest scorer in women's T20 cricket. 2 - Georgia Adams needs two more wickets to complete 100 T20 wickets. 7 - Bess Heath needs seven more runs to complete 1500 runs in T20s. 46 - Georgia Elwiss is just 46 runs away from completing 2000 T20 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 94 - Sophia Dunkley needs 94 more runs to surpass Nat Sciver-Brunt (1223) and become the leading scorer in The Hundred Women's competition.

Hurst, Stanley pull strings on Lancashire's Farington bow

Daniel Bell-Drummond digs in for half-century but Kent can only muster below-par 223

Smriti Mandhana stars with 88* as Super Giants down Sunrisers

Superbly paced knock from India opener sees visitors take spoils in northern derby

Everyone aware of country responsible for stymying SAARC: MEA

The organisation has remained inactive since 2016 after India withdrew from the Islamabad summit following the Uri terror attack. India also criticised Pakistan for using international forums to spread misinformation and deflect attention from its record on cross-border terrorism.

Draft of SLC constitution handed over to sports minister

Proposals were made for a 14-member board and improvements in coaching, umpiring and pitch curation at all levels

Finger injury puts Shan Masood in doubt for Pakistan's second innings

The former Pakistan captain suffered the injury during his knock on day three, did not take field on the fourth morning and didn't bat at his usual No. 3 spot

Martindale fifty steers Notts after Pocklington four-for

Home side complete routine win as Leicestershire struggle despite Eskinazi's unbeaten 94

Seales, Roach leave Pakistan in early trouble in 211 chase

Earlier, lower-order contributions from Shamar Joseph and Roach lifted West Indies to 181

Rachel Lewis appointed as first female chair of Essex

Former Olympian succeeds Jason Gallian, who had been in the role on an interim basis

ML vs LNS Match 12, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

MLvs LNSMatch 12,Cricket Tips :The three-time champion MI London will be in action in the upcoming contest of the Hundred Men's 2026. They will face London Spirit in the second game on Wednesday. This contest will start at 11 PM IST at Kennington Oval in London. MI London have bagged two wins in three matches. They had a lucky escape in the last game against Southern Brave as they won it by three wickets on the very last ball of the match. Will Jacks' half-century was crucial in the win. Meanwhile, London Spirit will play their third game, and they have lost the first two matches. They are desperate to get a win. ML vs LNS: Match Details Date : July 29, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 11 PM IST Venue : Kennington Oval, London ML vs LNS: Live Streaming Details The live action of the ML vs LNS game will be televised on the Star Sports Networks for the Indian fans. The live stream of the game will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. ML vs LNS: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 10 MI London: 8 London Spirit : 1 No-result : 1 ML vs LNS: Ground Pitch Report Kennington Oval has a good-batting wicket, which offers bounce and pace. As expected, the new ball will move and swing, but the wicket is expected to get better. The first-inning average score here is 150-155, and the team that bats first has won more games. ML vs LNS: Possible XIs MI London: Nicholas Pooran (wk), Will Jacks, James Vince, Sam Curran (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Ollie Pope, Rashid Khan, Tom Curran, Trent Boult, Richard Gleeson, Nathan Sowter London Spirit : Jonny Bairstow (wk), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Liam Livingstone (c), Dewald Brevis, James Coles, Jamie Overton, James Rew, David Willey, Andrew Tye, Adam Milne, Adam Zampa ML vs LNS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Will Jacks and Liam Livingstone have struck half-centuries already this season, and they are the players in good form. Probable Best Bowler Trent Boult bowled a game-changing spell in the last game, and his experience will be key. For LNS, Adam Zampa is someone, who can hold one end and also takes wickets. Today Match Prediction : MI London are better form, and the history also gives them an edge. Hence, we predict MI London to beat London Spirit in this game. ML vs LNS Match 12, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match ML vs LNS, ML vs LNS Prediction, ML vs LNS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for ML vs LNS Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

WEF vs TRT Match 11, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

WEFvs TRTMatch 11,Cricket Tips :Trent Rockets were very close to winning their second title in 2025, but they fell 26 runs short of the target in the final against MI London. But the Rockets will be keen to complete the unfinished business in 2026. They have started the 2026 edition with one win and one defeat. They are currently placed fourth on the table. Sam Bullings and co. will look to add another win here. They will face Welsh Fire in match no. 11. This contest will kick off at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday at Sophia Gardens. Welsh Fire have won both matches and are placed second on the table. They have a good chance to make it to the top of the ladder. WEF vs TRT: Match Details Date : July 29, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Sophia Gardens, Cardiff WEF vs TRT: Live Streaming Details The WEF vs TRT contest will be live on Star Sports Networks for the Indian fans. The live stream of the game will be on the Jio Hotstar app or website. WEF vs TRT: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Welsh Fire : 1 Trent Rockets : 4 No-result: 0 WEF vs TRT: Ground Pitch Report Sophia Gardens have a good wicket to bat on. It has decent bounce and pace, and the straight boundaries are not big. The average score here is 140-145, with the chasing team having a great win ratio. WEF vs TRT: Possible XIs Welsh Fire: Phil Salt (c & wk), Matt Short, Joe Root, Rachin Ravindra, Asa Tribe, Jordan Cox, Ben Kellaway, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Chris Woakes, Sam Cook Trent Rockets: Ben Duckett, Finn Allen, Tim David, Tom Banton, Sam Billings (c & wk), Mitchell Santner, Craig Overton, Lewis Gregory, Calvin Harrison, Matt Henry, Mohammad Amir WEF vs TRT: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Phil Salt and Ben Duckett are two in-form batters from these sides. They have already won a game to their team this season. Probable Best Bowler Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry are coming into this game on the back of game-changing spells in the previous game. They will be keen to carry it on. Today Match Prediction : Welsh Fire have managed two good wins, and most of their players have shown good form. Hence, we predict Welsh Fire to win this game. WEF vs TRT Match 11, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match WEF vs TRT, WEF-W vs TRT-W Prediction, WEF vs TRT Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WEF vs TRT Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

Injury-hit Ireland call up Moondra for ODIs against Afghanistan

Little, Hollard, Young, McCarthy, Neill and David Delany were not available for selection

ML-W vs LNS-W Match 12, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

ML-W vs LNS-W Match 12,Cricket Tips :MI London Women are scheduled to take on London Spirit Women in match no. 12 of the Hundred Women's 2026. This contest is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday (July 29) at Kennington Oval in London. These two London-based franchises are currently in the second half of the table. MI London are the only team that don't have a single point on the table. They have lost three games in a row, and their last match was very close, which they lost by one run. On the other hand, London Spirit Women have played two games and won one. They will look to put MI London under more pressure and get a win here. ML-W vs LNS-W: Match Details Date : July 29, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Kennington Oval, London ML-W vs LNS-W: Live Streaming Details The ML-W vs LNS-W will be live on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. ML-W vs LNS-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 MI London : 1 London Spirit : 3 No-result: 1 ML-W vs LNS-W: Ground Pitch Report Kennington Oval offers a flat wicket, which has bounce and pace. Seamers will get good assistance when the ball is new. But after some overs, the wicket will get flat, and it will be easier to time the shot. The team that bats second will get more out of the wicket. ML-W vs LNS-W: Possible XIs MI London Women : Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Hayley Matthews, Kira Chathli (wk), Hollie Armitage (c), Amelia Kerr, Chinelle Henry, Nicola Carey, Alice Davidson-Richards, Kalea Moore, Tara Norris, Danielle Gregory London Spirit Women : Amy Jones (wk), Grace Harris, Marie Kelly, Marizanne Kapp, Sterre Kalis, Deandra Dottin, Nadine de Klerk, Charis Pavely, Charlotte Dean (c), Katie George, Josie Groves ML-W vs LNS-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge and Amy Jones are two English batters who entered this tournament with good form and can play long and attacking innings. Probable Best Bowler Nadine de Klerk won the MOTM in the last game, and she is a game-changer with the ball. Amelia Kerr has most wickets in women's T20s, and her experience is valuable for any team. Today Match Prediction: MI London have struggled in this competition, and they are looking short of confidence. Hence, we back London Spirit to win this game. ML-W vs LNS-W Match 12, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match ML-W vs LNS-W, ML-W vs LNS-W Prediction, ML-W vs LNS-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for ML-W vs LNS-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

WEF-W vs TRT-W Match 11, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

WEF-W vs TRT-W Match 11,Cricket Tips :Two exciting games are scheduled to be played on Wednesday in the ongoing The Hundred Women's 2026. Match no. 11 will see Welsh Fire Women taking on Trent Rockets Women. This contest will be held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff at 4 PM IST. Both teams are currently sitting side by side on the points table. Trent Rockets are coming into this game after losing the last game against London Spirit. On the other hand, Welsh Fire beat MI London in their last game. So, they will hope that they can make it two in a row and get into the top half of the table. WEF-W vs TRT-W: Match Details Date : July 29, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 4:00 PM IST Venue : Sophia Gardens, Cardiff WEF-W vs TRT-W: Live Streaming Details The WEF-W vs TRT-W clash will be live on the Star Sports Networks in India. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. WEF-W vs TRT-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Welsh Fire: 2 Trent Rockets : 3 No-result: 0 WEF-W vs TRT-W: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Cardiff is generally good for batting. Batters have enjoyed their time here because of the bounce and pace in the wicket. Fast bowlers can be hard to face at the start, but the conditions are expected to get better as the game goes on. WEF-W vs TRT-W: Possible XIs Welsh Fire Women : Georgia Voll, Ella McCaughan, Sophie Devine (c), Freya Kemp, Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Emily Arlott, Niamh Holland, Rhianna Southby (wk), Sophia Smale, Grace Potts Trent Rockets Women: Sophia Dunkley, Beth Mooney (wk), Ashleigh Gardner (c), Sophie Luff, Georgia Adams, Bess Heath, Georgia Elwiss, Emma Jones, Kim Garth, Samantha Bates, Katie Levick WEF-W vs TRT-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Georgia Voll has already recorded a fifty this season and is the player in form. For TRT-W, Beth Mooney at the top will be the key batter. Probable Best Bowler Georgia Wareham won the MOTM award in the last game for her superb display of bowling. For TRT-W, Samantha Bates comes with experience and the ability to pick wickets at different levels. Today Match Prediction: Both teams have similar points on the board, but Welsh Fire had a good last game, and they had a comprehensive win, whereas Trent Rockets are coming off a defeat. Hence, we predict Welsh Fire to win on Wednesday. WEF-W vs TRT-W Match 11, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match WEF-W vs TRT-W, WEF-W vs TRT-W Prediction, WEF-W vs TRT-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WEF-W vs TRT-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

All-round Athapaththu leads SL to series win against Pakistan

Vimukthi struck thrice in the second over of the game, before Athapaththu and Dilhari also got three wickets each

Ten Doeschate quits India assistant coach role, set to rejoin KKR

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CWG 2026: Sharmila Dhankar Scripts Historic Para Athletics Gold As India Secures Six-Medal Haul On Day 5, Medal Tally Reaches 10

India delivered its best performance yet at the Commonwealth Games 2026, winning six medals on Day 5 to take its tally to 10. Sharmila Dhankar scripted history by becoming India's first para athletics Commonwealth Games gold medallist.

SUL vs MO: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 10, The Hundred Mens 2026

SULvs MO,Approaching Milestones and Records :Two games and two good wins for Manchester Super Giants. Aiden Markram and co. have started the Hundred Men's 2026 on a positive note, and they are currently at the top of the ladder. They have beaten London Spirit by seven runs and Birmingham Phoenix by 87 runs. The Super Giants will be in action next in match no. 10. They will face Sunrisers Leeds on Tuesday at 11 PM IST at Headingley in Leeds. Another win here will boost the chances of qualification for the Super Giants. Their batting has clicked well so far, and they will be confident for this home game. On the other hand, Sunrisers Leeds recorded their first win in the last game. They beat Southern Brave by a close margin of five runs. The Sunrisers are currently in the second half of the points table. If they can win this game, they can move into the top three on the points table. This is a home game, and they will fancy a win here. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the SULvs MOMatch 10 at the Headingley in Leeds SULvs MO: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SULvs MOMatch 10 atHeadingley in Leeds 2 - Mitchell Marsh is very close to achieving two special T20 feats. He has 348 sixes in his career and needs two more to complete 350 T20 sixes. Apart from that, four more boundaries will take him to 550 fours in T20s. 79 - Harry Brook has come into this tournament with some international form. He is just 79 runs away from completing 4500 T20 runs. He also needs six sixes to complete 200 T20 sixes. 4 - Aiden Markram needs four more runs to complete 6000 runs in T20 cricket. 87 - Harry Brook has 913 runs in The Hundred Men's competition. He needs 87 more runs to become the 8th batter to complete 1000 runs. 88 - Jos Buttler has 1021 runs in The Hundred Men's competition. He needs 88 more runs to surpass Liam Livingstone (1098) and become the fifth-highest scorer in the tournament. Buttler needs six more sixes to complete 50 sixes also. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 3 - Liam Dawson needs three more wickets to surpass Matt Henry and Benny Howell to get into the top five wicket-takers in the tournament.

Who Is Saransh Jain, The 33-year-old All-rounder Who Earned His Maiden India Call-up?

With Sri Lanka: Persistence has finally paid off for Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Saransh Jain. After spending more than a decade proving his worth in India's domestic circuit, the 33-year-old has earned his first senior India call-up for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, replacing the injured Washington Sundar in the squad. The selection is the culmination of years of steady performances rather than a sudden breakthrough. Jain's consistent returns with both bat and ball in domestic cricket, coupled with a standout India A tour of Sri Lanka, convinced the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel to hand him an opportunity at the highest level. A right-arm off-spinner who bats left-handed, Jain fits the profile of the all-rounder India were looking for after Sundar was ruled out with a hamstring injury sustained during the recently concluded ODI series against England. With Sri Lanka expected to field several left-handed batters and spin likely to dominate conditions, the selectors opted for a like-for-like replacement. Born in Indore, Jain comes from a cricketing family. His father, Subodh Jain, represented Madhya Pradesh as a right-arm off-spinner in nine Ranji Trophy matches but never progressed to international cricket. Years later, his son has achieved what eluded him, earning a place in the Indian Test squad. Interestingly, Jain's rise was far from immediate. Although he made his first-class debut for Madhya Pradesh in December 2014, opportunities were initially limited, and he remained on the fringes of the side for several seasons. His career trajectory changed under veteran coach Chandrakant Pandit, who backed him as a genuine spin-bowling all-rounder and helped mould him into a dependable match-winner. The defining chapter of his domestic career arrived during Madhya Pradesh's historic Ranji Trophy triumph in 2022. Having played only eight first-class matches before that season, Jain emerged as one of the architects of the title-winning campaign. He claimed 13 wickets during the knockout stages and also produced a valuable half-century, including a crucial first-innings fifty in the final against Mumbai at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where he combined with Rajat Patidar to establish a decisive advantage before contributing key wickets with the ball. Since then, his consistency has made him one of the country's most reliable red-ball all-rounders. In 54 first-class appearances, Jain has accumulated 2,223 runs at an average of 31.75, including two centuries, while claiming 188 wickets at 27.30. Across white-ball cricket, he has also featured in 67 List A and T20 matches, although it is the longer format where he has built his reputation. His latest domestic season further strengthened his credentials. Jain finished the Ranji Trophy with 518 runs at an impressive average of 57.55 while collecting 30 wickets in just seven matches at 20.43. Before that, he dominated the Duleep Trophy for Central Zone, scoring two half-centuries and taking 16 wickets in only two matches to finish as the Player of the Series. The final push towards national selection came earlier this month during India A's tour of Sri Lanka. While the opening unofficial Test was relatively quiet, Jain produced a complete all-round display in the second four-day game in Galle, remaining unbeaten on 70 before claiming six wickets to steer India A to victory. Those performances demonstrated his effectiveness in conditions similar to those expected during the upcoming Test series. Away from domestic cricket, Jain has often spoken about drawing inspiration from one of India's greatest spin-bowling all-rounders like Ravichandran Ashwin. Ironically, despite establishing himself as one of the domestic circuit's premier all-rounders, Jain has never found a buyer in the Indian Premier League. He entered the IPL auctions in 2024, 2025 and 2026 but went unsold on each occasion, including after making the final shortlist last year. Now, however, the IPL snubs have been overshadowed by the biggest opportunity of his career. Whether he walks straight into India's playing XI remains one of the key selection decisions ahead of the first Test. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav appear certain starters if India field three spinners. Ironically, despite establishing himself as one of the domestic circuit's premier all-rounders, Jain has never found a buyer in the Indian Premier League. He entered the IPL auctions in 2024, 2025 and 2026 but went unsold on each occasion, including after making the final shortlist last year. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Should he receive his cap, Jain will script another remarkable milestone by becoming the first Indian cricketer to make his Test debut after the age of 33 since Robin Singh in 1998, a fitting reward for a player whose journey has been defined by patience, perseverance and sustained excellence in domestic cricket. Article Source: IANS

Shot-putter Sharmila Dhankar clinches India's first ever para-athletics gold in CWG

The 40-year-old produced her season's best throw of 9.81m to end India's 20-year wait for a para-athletics medal in the CWG.

Nahid, Taskin To Undergo Specialist Checks In Australia Amid Injury Concerns : Report

ICC World Test Championship: Bangladesh fast bowlers Nahid Rana and Taskin Ahmed are set to travel to Australia on Tuesday night along with national team physiotherapist Bayjedul Islam for specialist medical evaluations, as the team continues to deal with a growing injury list ahead of its two-Test tour. Nahid has already been ruled out of the series after suffering a left-side strain during the second T20I against Zimbabwe earlier this month. However, his visit is primarily aimed at addressing a long-standing problem with pain in both shinbones rather than the recent muscle injury. According to a Cricbuzz report, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been planning to seek expert consultation for Nahids chronic lower-leg condition whenever an opportunity arose during an overseas tour. Nahid Rana, from his early days, has been suffering from shinbone pain in both legs and he is playing by managing it. We earlier planned that if we travel to Australia or England, we would assess his shinbone issues by sitting with a lower-limb specialist, a BCB official told the publication. The official clarified that Nahids current side strain is not the reason behind the Australia visit. As part of that plan, he is travelling to Australia to sit with a shinbone specialist, but he is not travelling there for side-strain issues because his shinbone pain is a chronic injury, the official added. Taskin, meanwhile, is also travelling to Australia for further medical advice, although his case is unrelated to the shoulder issue that has troubled him in the past. The pacer, who has been included in Bangladeshs squad for the opening Test, will undergo assessment for a recurring ankle problem. Taskin is visiting for the ankle issue that he sustained earlier at different points of his career, and we want to have a third opinion regarding its status, the official said. Apart from Nahid, left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam will miss the opening Test as he continues rehabilitation from a hamstring injury. Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das is also unavailable for the first Test due to a left calf injury, although Bangladesh remain hopeful of having him back later in the series. Taskin is visiting for the ankle issue that he sustained earlier at different points of his career, and we want to have a third opinion regarding its status, the official said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh are expected to reach Australia early next month and will play a three-day warm-up fixture against a Cricket Australia XI in Darwin from August 3. The opening Test begins in Darwin on August 13, followed by the second Test in Mackay as part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle. Article Source: IANS

'Could See That Hunger In All Youngsters: Iyer Credits Fearless Next Generation After Zimbabwe Sweep

New Delhi: India captain Shreyas Iyer hailed the hunger and determination of the team's young players after guiding the side to a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe, saying their eagerness to seize every opportunity was the driving force behind the turnaround. Speaking after securing his maiden series victory as India's T20I captain, Iyer explained how contributions from the emerging core, led by youngsters such as Mayank Yadav and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, helped India recover from successive series defeats to Ireland and England. The Zimbabwe triumph marked a significant milestone for Iyer, who had endured six consecutive defeats at the start of his tenure, two against Ireland and four against England, before his side responded with three straight wins to complete a clean sweep. I feel when you step out on the field, you could see that hunger in all these youngsters who want to represent the team. They know how the competition is back in India. So, whenever they step on, they want to see to it that they contribute to the best of their abilities and see to it that they win matches, Iyer said in a BCCI video. That hunger, according to the skipper, translated into impactful performances throughout the series, with several young players stepping up at crucial moments. Among those singled out was pace bowler Mayank Yadav, whose willingness to absorb instructions and execute plans impressed his captain. Mayank, I feel that his approach and his attitude was a standpoint in this tournament. I interacted with him during the match and every ball he was asking me what I should do. And the best thing about him was that he was able to execute whatever we decided. So, that's very heartening to see, he added. Iyer also highlighted the influence of teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose aggressive starts gave India early momentum and allowed the middle order to build on solid foundations. With Vaibhav, we know what he can get to the table. Especially the starts which he gave in almost the two games, which were very crucial as a team. He set the rhythm for us and then Ishan coming in, Tilak coming in. You know, contribution from each and every individual wins you matches. So, today was another opportunity for us and we seized it, he mentioned. Iyer also highlighted the influence of teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose aggressive starts gave India early momentum and allowed the middle order to build on solid foundations. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's a very special feeling; I can't mention it in words. Representing the country and winning the first series, it's something that you always dream of as a player. And I personally feel that as a team we had set a standard for ourselves, rather than thinking much about the outcome and it pretty well worked for us, Iyer expressed. Article Source: IANS

Raina Recalls 'culture Of Fielding' That Shaped India's Finest Fielders

New Delhi: Former India cricketer Suresh Raina reflected on the discipline and preparation that transformed India's fielding standards during his playing days, explaining how a culture built around relentless practice helped produce one of the country's finest fielding units. Speaking about the methods adopted during his early years, the influence of senior players, and a memorable on-field collision in Australia, Raina offered insight into the work ethic, role models, and lessons that defined his career in the field. He credited a demanding practice routine and the high standards set within the Uttar Pradesh dressing room for laying the foundation of his reputation as one of India's most dependable fielders. We had created a culture of fielding. All the players used to come in half an hour early because fielding was always the first part of our training sessions. It wasn't like many fielding sessions today, where you take a few catches and feel the job is done. Back then, we would practise high catches separately, do ground fielding separately, slip catches separately, and parallel catches. We would also place a single stump in the middle. As Kaif bhai was always our UP captain, he used to say, 'You'll only make the playing XI if you hit the stump with a direct throw, Raina told JioStar. Raina said those demanding sessions eventually became the backbone of his development, while also highlighting the players who inspired him throughout his journey. It's always special to be appreciated by Jonty Rhodes, who has always been our idol. In UP, I learned so much from Kaif bhai and otherwise, Yuvraj Singh, because they used to field at point and cover, while I stayed at mid-off. In all the matches we played for India together, we never let the ball go past us, he added. The former left-hander also revisited one of the most dramatic moments of his international career, recalling a painful collision with Irfan Pathan during an ODI in Sydney that left a lasting impression on him. Raina described how his attention remained fixed on the ball while chasing a top edge off Ravindra Jadeja's bowling against David Warner, unaware that Pathan was converging from fine leg for the same catch. I remember a match in Sydney during our tour of Australia. Jadeja was bowling when David Warner played a sweep shot and got a top edge. I was stationed at mid-wicket, while Irfan bhai started running in from fine leg. As I ran, I was only watching the ball. I had no idea where Irfan bhai was. All I could see was the ball, the lights, the crowd and the tricolour flags behind it. As soon as I completed the catch, I collided with Irfan bhai. Raina described how his attention remained fixed on the ball while chasing a top edge off Ravindra Jadeja's bowling against David Warner, unaware that Pathan was converging from fine leg for the same catch. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The incident, Raina said, reinforced the importance of communication between fielders, a lesson that remained with him long after the match ended. Combined with the rigorous standards instilled during his formative years and the influence of accomplished teammates, those experiences helped shape a career widely admired for its athleticism, anticipation and commitment in the field. Article Source: IANS

'The Amount Of Ground He Covered Just By Running...': Kaif Recalls Tendulkar's Formidable Fielding

New Delhi: Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has heaped praise on batting icon Sachin Tendulkar's often-overlooked excellence as a fielder, explaining how the Master Blaster's discipline, consistency and commitment during training made him one of the safest hands in world cricket. Recalling Tendulkar's habits on the practice ground and his reliability across a 24-year international career, Kaif highlighted the qualities that set him apart from his contemporaries. While Tendulkar's batting feats continue to define his legacy, Kaif believes his contribution in the field deserves equal appreciation. According to the former India fielder, Tendulkar's impact came not only from spectacular moments but also from the relentless standards he maintained every day. Sachin paaji was a formidable fielder. We often remember diving catches, like Jonty Rhodes' famous dive, but the amount of ground Sachin paaji covered just by running was outstanding. The man had a proper routine. There wasn't a single net session where he didn't practise fielding, Kaif said on JioStar. Kaif said Tendulkar's dedication to improving his fielding never diminished despite his stature in the game, adding that his consistency over more than two decades reflected the effort he invested away from the spotlight. Sachin paaji was a formidable fielder. We often remember diving catches, like Jonty Rhodes' famous dive, but the amount of ground Sachin paaji covered just by running was outstanding. The man had a proper routine. There wasn't a single net session where he didn't practise fielding, Kaif said on JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Tendulkar grabbed 115 catches in ODIs and 140 catches in Test matches and was a safe, reliable fielder with a strong arm for long-distance throws, despite famously stating that batting was his passion while fielding felt like torture. Article Source: IANS

Kemar Roach's Incredible Journey to 300 Test Wickets: West Indies' Unsung Pace Hero

During the innings break of the fifth ODI against New Zealand at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Cricket West Indies honoured Kemar Roach for becoming only the fifth West Indian to claim 300 Test wickets, joining Courtney Walsh (519), Curtly Ambrose (405), Malcolm Marshall (376) and Lance Gibbs (309). He also became only the second Barbadian, after Gibbs, to reach the landmark, which he achieved during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Antigua. Roach's achievement deserves far greater appreciation because, unlike the celebrated West Indian pace pairs, Marshall and Holding, Walsh and Ambrose, he carried the attack almost single-handedly for nearly two decades. He reached 300 wickets in 89 Tests, 161 innings and 2,590 overs, despite rarely having another frontline fast bowler to share the workload. During most of his career, his principal pace support came from Shannon Gabriel (110 wickets) and Jason Holder (109), underlining how much responsibility rested on Roach's shoulders. The Barbados honour carried special significance. Cricket West Indies had opened the gates free of charge in memory of the late Sir Garfield Sobers, allowing thousands of fans to celebrate one of the Caribbean's modern greats. In an era when fewer youngsters aspire to long Test careers, Roach's longevity has become as remarkable as his wickets. Standing only 5 ft 8 in, Roach was once advised to become a spinner rather than a fast bowler. Instead, he proved that skill, rhythm and determination could overcome height. His Test debut came in Bangladesh in 2009 during the players' strike, when West Indies fielded a team containing nine debutants. Roach claimed 13 wickets in two Tests and was virtually the only newcomer to cement a permanent place once the senior players returned. His career, however, was anything but straightforward. He frightened Ricky Ponting with express pace during the 2009 Australian tour and dismissed him five times in six Tests. Shoulder surgery in 2013, followed by a serious car accident in Barbados the next year, threatened his career. His lowest point came in Australia in 2015 when he failed to take a wicket in three Tests and was dropped. Many believed his best days were over. Instead, Roach reinvented himself. Relying less on raw pace and more on movement, accuracy and experience, he launched a remarkable second phase of his career. Since 2018, he claimed 153 Test wickets at an average of 24.34, placing him alongside the world's leading fast bowlers during that period, despite being well into his thirties. County cricket also played a major role in his revival. Surrey signed him in 2021, and his 97 wickets helped the county secure three consecutive County Championship titles, reaffirming his value in red-ball cricket. West Indies surprisingly omitted him in 2025 while looking towards younger fast bowlers, but an injury crisis forced a recall. In Christchurch, he demonstrated his fighting qualities by batting 233 balls for an unbeaten 58, helping save a Test match before finally reaching the magical 300-wicket milestone against Sri Lanka in Antigua in 2026. Several statistics underline the uniqueness of his achievement. Roach became the 41st bowler in Test history to reach 300 wickets. Only Chaminda Vaas (90 Tests), Daniel Vettori (94) and Ishant Sharma (98) took more Tests to reach the landmark, reflecting Roach's longevity rather than any lack of quality. 45 different fielders (including wicketkeepers) assisted Roach, equalling Daniel Vettori and Derek Underwood (297 wickets), among those, with a wicket tally up to 300 wickets. The record for a bowler helped by the most fielders (including wicketkeepers) is in the name of James Anderson, who was helped by a total 63 fielders (including wicketkeepers) for his 704 wickets. The next: Stuart Broad (604-53), Nathan Lyon (567-52), Daniel Vettori (362-51), Harbhajan Singh (417-48), Anil Kumble (619-47), M Muralitharan (800-47), R Ashwin (537-46), Courtney Walsh (519-46), Kemar Roach (300-45), Wasim Akram (414-45) and Derek Underwood (297-45). His strike rate of 51.8 compares favourably with several legendary West Indian fast bowlers. It is better than both Courtney Walsh (57.0) and Curtly Ambrose (54.6), while his bowling average is not significantly behind theirs. Roach may never enjoy the aura of Marshall, Holding, Roberts, Ambrose or Walsh because he played during a period when West Indies were no longer a dominant force. Yet his achievements deserve a place alongside those greats. He carried an often-inexperienced attack, survived injuries, reinvented himself after being written off and, at 38, joined one of cricket's most exclusive clubs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sometimes greatness is measured not merely by numbers but by the burden a player carries. Few modern fast bowlers have carried theirs with greater dignity than Kemar Roach.

Purani Dilli 6 Appoint Anuj Rawat As Captain Ahead Of DPL Season 3

Delhi Premier League: Purani Dilli 6 have announced wicketkeeper-batter Anuj Rawat as the captain of the franchise for the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL) Season 3, beginning on July 31. The appointment comes as the team enters the final phase of preparations with the aim of putting together a strong campaign in this years tournament. Purani Dilli 6 will begin their DPL Season 3 campaign on July 31, with the team aiming to deliver consistent performances under the leadership of Anuj Rawat and make a serious bid for the title. A seasoned domestic cricketer with leadership experience in T20 cricket, Rawat will lead a balanced squad comprising experienced campaigners and promising young talent. Expressing confidence in the new skipper, Purani Dilli 6 Owner Akash Nangia said the franchise believes Rawat possesses the qualities required to lead the team. We are delighted to appoint Anuj Rawat as the captain of Purani Dilli 6 for DPL Season 3. Anuj is a proven performer who brings composure, maturity and a strong understanding of the game. His experience at the highest level and his ability to inspire teammates make him the ideal leader for our squad. We have complete faith in his leadership and are confident he will guide the team with determination and purpose throughout the season. Expressing confidence in the new skipper, Purani Dilli 6 Owner Akash Nangia said the franchise believes Rawat possesses the qualities required to lead the team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Our focus has always been on building a well-balanced team with the right mix of experienced players and exciting youngsters. The preparations have been excellent, and the players have shown tremendous commitment during training. With Anuj leading the side, we believe we have all the ingredients to compete strongly and achieve our goal of winning the championship. Article Source: IANS

J & K Player Majid Magray To Lead India In Mixed Disability Cricket Series Against England

The Differently Abled Cricket Council: The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) on Monday announced a 16-member Indian squad for the upcoming Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England, scheduled to be played from August 5 to 19 across England. Majid Ah Magray has been named captain, while Sai Akash Saivamani will serve as the vice-captain. India will begin the seven-match IT20 series with the opening two matches at OurCoop County Ground, Derby, on August 5 and August 7, followed by the third IT20 at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicester, on August 9. The fourth match will be played at the County Ground, Hove, on August 12, before the action shifts to Arundel for the fifth and sixth IT20s on August 15 and August 16, respectively. The series will conclude with the seventh and final IT20 at the iconic Lords Cricket Ground on August 19. All matches are scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM local time. DCCI Secretary Ravi Kant Chauhan said, Majid Magrays appointment as captain is a proud moment not only for Jammu & Kashmir but for the entire differently abled cricket fraternity. His leadership will inspire many aspiring cricketers from the region to pursue the sport with greater confidence and determination. DCCI vice president Sumit Jain said, I wish the entire team and support staff a successful tour and hope they inspire many more aspiring differently abled cricketers through their performances. The Indian Mixed Disability Cricket Team is currently undergoing a preparatory training camp at Chhawla, near Dwarka, New Delhi, as part of its preparations for the upcoming Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England. The support staff for Indias Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England will be led by former Rajasthan Ranji captain Rohit Jhalani, who has been appointed as the Head Coach. He will be assisted by Dev Dutt as coach, while Rohit Sharma will serve as the fielding coach. Ramswaroop Saini has been named the Strength & Conditioning Coach, and Mayank Pushkar will accompany the team as the Physiotherapist, ensuring the players are in peak physical condition throughout the tour. The support staff for Indias Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England will be led by former Rajasthan Ranji captain Rohit Jhalani, who has been appointed as the Head Coach. He will be assisted by Dev Dutt as coach, while Rohit Sharma will serve as the fielding coach. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The remaining players include Yashwanth Naidu Ravuri (Andhra Pradesh), Vivek Kumar (Uttar Pradesh), Arjun Rajesh Gawre (Vidarbha), Ravindra Gopinath Sante (Mumbai), Yogender Singh Bhadoria (Madhya Pradesh), Vrushant Sandip Gunjal (Maharashtra), and Jayesh Parmar (West Bengal). Article Source: IANS

Saransh Jain Earns Maiden Call-up As BCCI Names Squad For Sri Lanka Tests

ICC World Test Championship: Offspin all-rounder Saransh Jain has earned a maiden Test call-up and veteran spin all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also returned to the red-ball set-up for the first time since November 2025 as the BCCI announced the 15-man squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka, starting August 15. India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah also made a return to the Test squad after the home series against South Africa last November, but the BCCI said his availability depends on fitness clearance after picking up an injury during the recent three-match ODI series in England. Jadeja had been out of action since the IPL 2026 season after picking up a tennis elbow injury. Meanwhile, Washington Sundar, who is recovering from a right hamstring strain which ruled him out of the Lords ODI, was not available for selection for the first Test, which opened the doors for Saransh's maiden call-up. Saransh recently impressed on India As tour to Sri Lanka, scoring an unbeaten 70 and picking up six wickets in the second unofficial Test. Overall, he has 2223 runs at an average of 31.75 and 188 wickets at 27.30 from 54 first-class games. The Shubman Gill-led squad is scheduled to play two Test matches in Sri Lanka as part of their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) commitments. Ahead of the series, the team will play a four-day practice match in Colombo, starting on August 7. The opening Test match will be played at the picturesque Galle International Cricket Stadium (GICS) from August 15 to 19. The second and final Test will be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo from August 23 to 27. The series in Sri Lanka is India's first in the World Test Championship cycle since the 2-0 home defeat to South Africa in November. India are fifth in the WTC standings, while Sri Lanka are sixth. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias squad for Tests against Sri Lanka: Shubman Gill (C), KL Rahul (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sai Sudharsan*, Dhruv Jurel [WK], Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, Jasprit Bumrah*, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Devdutt Padikkal, Saransh Jain

Saransh Jain gets maiden India call-up for Test series in Sri Lanka

Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan's availability is subject to fitness clearance

Babar Azam Accepted Test Captaincy on One Condition: Report

When Babar Azam was offered the role of Pakistan's Test captain, he accepted it only on the condition that he would get all-format leadership, a news report said on Monday. Babar, who was dethroned because of poor batting a couple of years back, accepted Test captaincy after the incumbent Shan Masood had some poor results in red-ball cricket, said a report in Telecom Asia Sport on Monday. Two selectors met Babar before the announcement of the Test captain on July 5 as they had no option other than Babar for red-ball captaincy and Babar accepted the role on condition of getting the captaincy in the other two formats as well, sources told www.telecomasia.net on Monday. Babar had always wanted to be sole captain of Pakistan in all three formats, and when he put that condition, the selectors told him that if the team does well in the West Indies and England over five Tests, then he will get the all-format captaincy, sources were quoted as saying in the report. Fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is currently captain of the one-day international format. Shaheen too had a bitter experience as captain as the current Board sacked him as T20I captain after just one series in 2024 when he lost in New Zealand early that year, a source said. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) waited for two months to take a final decision after Shan Masood failed in the role, losing 12 of the 16 Tests he captained since December 2023. The selectors first approached Salman Agha, who politely refused to accept the role as he did not want a team embroiled in a lack of cohesion and performance. He has been struggling as T20I captain and was criticised for being defensive in the role during the T20I World Cup in February-March this year. Pakistan failed to reach the semi-final of the Twenty20 World Cup after losing to India in the group stages and to England in the Super Sixes. When Babar stepped down from the all-format captaincy in November 2023, it was because he did not want to be captain of just the Test side. He was offered to lead in one format, but he declined, said sources. At that time, Zaka Ashraf was the chairman of PCB, and after Pakistan crashed out of the 2023 ODI World Cup in India in the first round, he wanted to remove Babar, said sources. Ashraf had invited Babar for a meeting, but on knowing about Shan already sitting in the chairman's office, Babar decided to step down from all three formats. When Babar stepped down from the all-format captaincy in November 2023, it was because he did not want to be captain of just the Test side. He was offered to lead in one format, but he declined, said sources. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has also predicted Babar will be Pakistan's captain in the ODI World Cup next year. A lot of people believe that once Shaheen gets injured and misses a series, Pakistan will have a chance to appoint Babar as all-format captain. It has already been decided that Salman will not remain T20I captain, a role which will also go to Babar, he was quoted as saying in the report. Article Source: IANS

Pakistan Fight Back After Collapse as West Indies Lead by 155 in Thrilling Trinidad Test

A day of fluctuating fortunes, in which 14 wickets fell, ended with the West Indies hanging on grimly at 126 for seven Monday in their second innings for a lead of 155 over Pakistan in Trinidad. As much as the tourists were buoyed by the effort of their bowlers in the second half of another sun-scorched day, spearheaded by the metronomic Mohammad Abbass, that only partially compensated for an abrupt batting collapse which handed the home side a 29-run first innings advantage. Pakistan capitulated from the dominant position of 244 for three in mid-morning on the third day to the despair of 282 all out just after lunch. The collapse was engineered by West Indies seamer Justin Greaves, whose controlled bowling earned him career-best Test figures of five for 27. With the cricketing world, in mourning at the passing of the game's greatest all-rounder, Garfield Sobers, Greaves' all-round skills were both timely and necessary. Later in the day he briefly helped stem the clatter of Caribbean wickets as Pakistan fought back tigerishly on an increasingly two-paced pitch. His day did not have the storybook finish, the right-hander was superbly caught for 20 by diving Pakistan captain Babar Azam at cover to give Abbas his third wicket. We didn't execute our plans the way we should have on the first day but for the second day and the second innings our bowlers hit the right areas and bowled a bit up (fuller), said Pakistan bowling coach Umar Gul, who was particularly pleased with the way Abass led the attack. He is so experienced. He's played a lot of red ball cricket and is not only leading from the front but is helping the younger bowlers as well, the former Pakistan pacer added. Pakistan seemed to be sailing into a dominant position led by captain Shan Masood's seventh Test century but lost seven wickets for 38 runs as the comfort of 244 for three became 282 all out in reply to the West Indies first innings total of 311. After Shamar Joseph comprehensively bowled Salman Agha to break a fourth-wicket stand of 47, Greaves took over in a mesmerising spell. His disciplined wicket-to-wicket bowling reaping a swift harvest. Masood was Greaves' first wicket, bowled for 109, an innings which spanned over five hours in which he faced 184 deliveries and struck 12 fours. From then on it was the Greaves show as he scythed through the Pakistan middle and lower-order, only to be stalled by the resistance of the last-wicket pair, necessitating the second new ball and veteran pacer Kemar Roach to end the innings with the wicket of Khurram Shazad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score At the end of the day, Roach defied the rampant Pakistan bowlers while at the other end, Joseph was smashing three sixes in an unbeaten 22, runs which could prove crucial on what will likely be a decisive fourth day.

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SUL vs MO Match 10, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SULvs MOMatch 10,Cricket Tips :Manchester Super Giants have had a great start to the Hundred Men's 2026. They have beaten London Spirit and Birmingham Phoenix in back-to-back games and moved to the top of the points table. They are scheduled to face Sunrisers Leeds in match no. 10. This contest will commence at 11 PM IST on Tuesday (July 28) at Headingley in Leeds. Sunrisers Leeds lost their opening game to MI London, but they bounced back well with a five-run win against Southern Brave. Another win can put them in the top half of the table. SUL vs MO: Match Details Date : July 28, 2026 (Tuesday) Time : 11 PM IST Venue : Headingley, Leeds SUL vs MO: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the SUL vs MO clash on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website with a small fee. SUL vs MO: Head-to-Head in Tahe Hundred Total Matches: 9 Sunrisers Leeds: 4 Manchester Super Giants : 5 No-result: 0 SUL vs MO: Ground Pitch Report This is the secondn game at this venue on Tuesday, which can affect the playing conditions. Early on, the ball will come good onto the bat. But the wicket is expected to slow down with time. That can make the chase a little harder. The average score here is around 140-150. SUL vs MO: Possible XIs Sunrisers Leeds: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Mitch Marsh, Zak Crawley (c), Harry Brook, Dan Lawrence, Tom Alsop, Brydon Carse, Matthew Revis, Matthew Potts, Nathan Ellis, Abrar Ahmed Manchester Super Giants: Jos Buttler (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Tim Seifert, Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Moores, Leus du Plooy, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Noor Ahmad, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker SUL vs MO: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Mitchell Marsh has shown good form in two games and played a key role in the last win. Jos Buttler has been superb, and his knock helped MSG to win the last game. Probable Best Bowler Gus Atkinson has been superb in two games, and he is taking wickets at different stages. Nathan Ellis is a street-smart bowler who has different types of slow ones to deceive the batters. Today Match Prediction : MSG have the momentum with two consecutive wins, and most of their players are in good nick. Hence, we predict MSG to win this game on Tuesday. SUL vs MO Match 10, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match SUL vs MO, SUL vs MO Prediction, SUL vs MO Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SUL vs MO Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

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SUL-W vs MO-W Match 10, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SUL-W vs MO-W Match 10,Cricket Tips :Manchester Super Giants started the Hundred Women's 2026 with a win over London Spirit. They had a complete game with bat and ball, and they were dominant. But the next game was washed out, and they shared points. With six points, the Super Giants are placed second on the table. They will be in action on Tuesday and will lock horns with Sunrisers Leeds Women at Headingley in Leeds at 7:30 PM IST. The Sunrisers also had a winning start, but it was followed by a defeat at the hands of Southern Brave. They will be looking to bounce back after that defeat and get four points on the board. SUL-W vs MO-W: Match Details Date : July 28, 2026 (Tuesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Headingley, Leeds SUL-W vs MO-W: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the game on the Star Sports Networks, and the live stream will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SUL-W vs MO-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 8 Sunrisers Leeds : 4 Manchester Super Giants: 4 No-result : 0 SUL-W vs MO-W: Ground Pitch Report The surface in Leeds is good for batting. It is a good scoring venue, which gives the batter a full value for their shots. The boundaries are short, and the outfield is also fast. However, the overhead conditions will help the fast bowlers early on in the innings. SUL-W vs MO-W: Possible XIs Sunrisers Leeds Women: Bryony Smith, Jess Jonassen, Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Lauren Winfield-Hill (wk), Danielle Gibson (c), Deepti Sharma, Darcey Carter, Sophia Turner, Cassidy McCarthy, Hannah Baker Manchester Super Giants Women : Meg Lanning (c), Smriti Mandhana, Grace Scrivens, Paige Scholfield, Richa Ghosh (wk), Mady Villiers, Kathryn Bryce, Maitlan Brown, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Sophie Ecclestone, Grace Ballinger SUL-W vs MO-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Smriti Mandhana and Bryony Smith are two attacking batters who can put the bowlers under pressure in the powerplay. Probable Best Bowler Sophie Ecclestone is known for taking wickets in the middle overs and is a tough bowler to face. Annabel Sutherland takes wickets in the middle and at death, which makes her a key performer. Today Match Prediction: Both teams have done well but Sunrisers Leeds will have an edge of the home conditions. Hence, we predict them to beat Manchester Super Giants. SUL-W vs MO-W Match 10, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match SUL-W vs MO-W, SUL-W vs MO-W Prediction, SUL-W vs MO-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SUL-W vs MO-WL Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

Greaves turns game on its head as West Indies eye lead

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VVS Laxman Hails 'Very Mature' Sooryavanshi, 15, After Series Win

Stand-in coach VVS Laxman praised the growing maturity of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, after the 15-year-old's 81 off 49 balls helped India complete a Twenty20 series sweep against Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi's second half-century in four days steered India to 192-5 before Zimbabwe were restricted to 157-7 to complete a 3-0 series win on Sunday. Very mature. And that's what I really appreciate about Vaibhav, said Laxman. Sooryavanshi tempered his natural attacking instincts in an innings containing eight fours and four sixes on a sluggish surface. With each and every experience, each and every match, he understands, he assesses and he gets better, said Laxman, who was in temporary charge after Gautam Gambhir sat out the Zimbabwe tour. I think he does a lot of reviews of each and every practice session, not only matches, Laxman said. Sooryavanshi rose to prominence with a string of fearless performances for Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League, Against England earlier this month he became the youngest player to represent India. His first taste of international cricket proved challenging, however, with the teenager managing 42 runs in three innings as India suffered a 4-0 series defeat in England, following a 2-0 loss in Ireland. Sooryavanshi bounced back in Zimbabwe, helping India dominate a side ranked 10 places below them. I'm not surprised by the way this series has gone, Laxman said before again talking about Sooryavanshi. He was disappointed not to get a hundred, but we told him it's not going to be the first or the last opportunity he'll get. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He's got a long career ahead, and he has the attitude and mindset to improve every day.

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Barring Dropped Catches, We Were Flawless Throughout The Series: Iyer

Captain Shreyas Iyer: Captain Shreyas Iyer described India's performance during their 3-0 T20I series win over Zimbabwe as flawless, barring a few dropped catches, while praising the squad and coaching staff for coming together in executing team plans to perfection. After suffering series defeats in Ireland (2-0) and England (4-0), Iyer got his maiden series victory as India's T20I captain when the visitors sealed a clinical 35-run win in the third and final T20I over Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday. I think we were flawless, honestly speaking, throughout the series, barring the catches that we dropped. But phenomenal effort by each and every individual, including the support staff and whatever we mentioned in the team meeting, executing it to the best of the abilities was something that we always looked up to. The approach was a notch above the others. So congratulations to each and every individual who have been part of this victory and thank you to VVS sir as well for motivating us and inspiring each and every day when we stepped onto the field. I think everything that you mentioned was apt and we could relate to it. So thank you so much and thank you to each and every individual, said Iyer in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts on Monday. VVS Laxman, who stepped in as Indias head coach for the series, lauded Iyers leadership and pointed out how the skipper bounced back after a tough start to his captaincy tenure to unite a largely fresh squad. Firstly, a big round of applause to everybody. We set out to win the series and that was what we aspired to do. I would like to congratulate Shreyas because he had a rough start to his captaincy career, but the way he came back and right from the first day when he joined us, one day before the first game, he was very optimistic. He was in fact looking forward to play with all of you. It's a new group of players. We know that only four or five were there in England, joined us on this tour. But he was so confident and I think a lot of credit for this victory should be given to the captain. The way he encouraged each one of us. It was again a very collective effort. Firstly, a big round of applause to everybody. We set out to win the series and that was what we aspired to do. I would like to congratulate Shreyas because he had a rough start to his captaincy career, but the way he came back and right from the first day when he joined us, one day before the first game, he was very optimistic. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So congratulations on that. I would like to thank all the coaches, all the support staff and Amit and the manager for your efforts through the series. Sometimes we don't realise how important a role you all play. So thank you very much for your commitment towards making sure that our players were ready for this series and through the series. All of you have made sure that they are best prepared for each and every match. So thank you to each one of you. Article Source: IANS

'Playing In Australia, NZ, England Will Hone Our Skills', Says Bangladesh Skipper Nigar

Nigar Sultana Joty: Bangladesh women's cricket team captain Nigar Sultana Joty has termed the upcoming marquee overseas assignments against Australia, New Zealand, and England as a very big opportunity for her side, adding that competing in such conditions will significantly hone their skill sets. Bangladesh is scheduled to embark on a white-ball series to Australia (three ODIs in Brisbane from October 9-14) and New Zealand later this year and is followed by a six-match tour of England in mid-2027. Before hitting foreign shores, Bangladesh will shift focus to the upcoming Asian Games in Japan starting on September 17, where Nigar has set a firm target of reaching the final despite rain disrupting their home preparations. This is a very big opportunity for our team. We have always wanted to play in places like Australia, New Zealand or England because playing there helps develop your skills much more, Nigar was quoted as saying by ICC on Monday. Reflecting on their recent exposure during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England, where Bangladesh secured two wins out of five matches in a tough group featuring Australia, South Africa, and India in Group 1, Nigar pointed out that the team gained valuable confidence from that campaign. Since we recently played in England and did well there, there is definitely a reflection of that, she noted Reflecting on their recent exposure during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England, where Bangladesh secured two wins out of five matches in a tough group featuring Australia, South Africa, and India in Group 1, Nigar pointed out that the team gained valuable confidence from that campaign. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We want to prepare in a way that allows us to approach this Asia Cup better than we did last year. With the amount of rain currently affecting every venue in Bangladesh, we will still try to prepare in the best possible way before going there and definitely aim to play in the final, she added. Article Source: IANS

UPCA Speed Hunt A Major Success, Identified 38 Pacers Clocking 134-plus Kmph: Rajeev Shukla

The UPCA Speed Hunt: Rajeev Shukla, the vice president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Monday hailed the UPT20 League's role in unearthing raw talent from Uttar Pradesh, revealing that 38 fast bowlers consistently clocking over 134 kmph have made it to the upcoming player auction following the success of the state bodys Speed Hunt drive. The fourth edition of the state T20 league is set to kick off on August 14 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium through the opening day clash between Kashi Rudras and Meerut Mavericks. This is the fourth edition of the UPT20 League, and the impact it has made over the past three seasons is there for everyone to see. This year alone, 18 players from Uttar Pradesh featured in the IPL. Many of them got their breakthrough after performing well in the UPT20 League. IPL scouts closely follow this tournament, making it an important platform for young cricketers to showcase their talent and earn opportunities at the highest level, Shukla said in a statement by the tournament. Highlighting the success of the UPCA Speed Hunt initiative, Shukla said, The UPCA Speed Hunt has also been a major success. We have identified fast bowlers from across the state, and this year 38 bowlers, all consistently clocking over 134 kmph, earned a place in the auction. It shows that talented players from every corner of Uttar Pradesh now have a pathway to the UPT20 League and, eventually, to the IPL, he added. Addressing potential growth for the six-team competition, Shukla stated that the leagues governing body remains open to expanding the franchise roster in coming seasons once structural stability is maintained. The league has now become stable after three successful seasons. If the Governing Council recommends expanding beyond six teams in the future, the Apex Council will certainly consider it. Our focus has always been on building a strong and sustainable league before expanding further. Detailing plans to broaden the cricketing footprint across India's most populous state, Shukla spoke on the importance of growing venue infrastructure, citing the decision to conduct the player auction in Agra. We are also committed to taking cricket to more parts of Uttar Pradesh. Hosting the auction in Agra was part of that vision, and we hope it helps strengthen the city's cricketing ecosystem. Infrastructure remains the key, and as more quality venues are developed across the state, we will continue exploring opportunities to expand the league, he added. Detailing plans to broaden the cricketing footprint across India's most populous state, Shukla spoke on the importance of growing venue infrastructure, citing the decision to conduct the player auction in Agra. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The playoffs kick off with Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator to be played on September 3, followed by Qualifier 2 on September 4, and culminating in the final in Kanpur on September 6. Article Source: IANS

Gujarat To Send Record Nine Athletes To Represent India At 2026 Asian Games

Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi: Gujarat will have its largest-ever representation at the Asian Games, with nine athletes and one reserve player selected to represent India at the 20th Asian Games in Japan's Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October 4, 2026. The selection marks a significant increase from the 2014 Asian Games, when only three athletes from Gujarat represented the country. State officials said the latest contingent reflects the steady expansion of Gujarat's presence across multiple sporting disciplines at the international level. The athletes selected from Gujarat include shooter Elavenil Valarivan; table tennis players Harmeet Desai, Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah; soft tennis player Aniket Patel; swimmer Aryan Nehra; tennis players Ankita Raina and Vaidehi Chaudhari; and sprinter Devyani Zala. Tennis player Jil Desai has been named as a reserve. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said the increase in representation was the result of long-term investment in sports development. To ensure that athletes from Gujarat develop their talent at the international level, the then Chief Minister and now Prime Minister Narendra Modi implemented initiatives ranging from Khel Mahakumbh to the Shaktidoot Yojana. The results of those efforts are now visible. Gujarat is emerging as a global powerhouse in sports, Sanghavi said. He added that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, was focussed on creating a comprehensive sporting ecosystem. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat is fully focussed on building a world-class sporting culture. We are not only training athletes but also creating an entire ecosystem that enables them to bring glory to the nation at the international level, he said. Sanghavi also said Gujarat was preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and that work to develop world-class sports infrastructure was progressing on a war footing. According to the state government, Gujarat's participation in major international events, including the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, has steadily increased over the past decade. Sanghavi also said Gujarat was preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and that work to develop world-class sports infrastructure was progressing on a war footing. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The 20th Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, between September 19 and October 4, bringing together athletes from across Asia in one of the continent's largest multi-sport events. Article Source: IANS

ETPL In A Region With Rich Tradition Is A Great Opportunity For Local Talent: Dravid

European T20 Premier League: Former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, who is the co-owner of Dublin Guardians in the upcoming European T20 Premier League (ETPL), believes the competition will provide a vital platform for local talent to shine on the world stage, citing Europe's strong club culture and rich tradition of playing the sport. The inaugural edition of the ETPL is set to kick off on August 26 and backed by prominent international figures including Dravid and former South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis, who has taken on a dual role as co-owner and player for the Rotterdam Dockers. I think one of the things about the ETPL is that it's in a region which already has a rich tradition and history of the game. There's a really vibrant club culture here, including so many of the local population who play the sport. I think there's a tremendous passion and a love for the game in the continent. It's a really good opportunity, I believe, to create opportunities for a lot of the talent to be able to flourish and come onto the world stage. One of the things we really want to do is ensure everyone enjoys their cricket here and has a lot of fun playing the sport, and we want to entertain the fans. We want them to have a great experience, both on and off the field. We want them to watch some great, exciting cricket, and I think if the players are enjoying themselves, if the players are happy, then we'll see that on the field, Dravid said in a statement by the league on Monday. Meanwhile, du Plessis opened up about his decision to step into team ownership as the Rotterdam Dockers co-owner, while continuing as an active franchise cricketer. When this opportunity came around, I was like, 'It sounds great.' Why would you not want to play cricket in Europe? There are some great cities there and, for a circuit player like myself, you want to go to cool places for the game you love. We want them to have a great experience, both on and off the field. We want them to watch some great, exciting cricket, and I think if the players are enjoying themselves, if the players are happy, then we'll see that on the field, Dravid said in a statement by the league on Monday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Players move around, and there are so many opportunities now when it comes to leagues. So, being part of something new, something fresh, gives you a great opportunity to take all your experience from playing in leagues around the world, take all the good, and try to bring it into a new tournament, he added. Article Source: IANS

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'Maine 2 Din Se Kuch Nahi Khaya': Mirabai Chanu Opens Up On Extreme Sacrifice After Historic CWG 2026 Gold

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Goldsworthy century, Theedom's four tames Bears

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Surrey academy duo marshaled a chase of 255, getting over the line with 41 balls to spare

Laxman: 'Very, very mature knock' from Sooryavanshi

Sooryavanshi starred with 81 off 49 to help India clinch the series 3-0 against Zimbabwe

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Phoenix go down in flames after Buttler stars with 90

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AITA rejects panels proposal to have five SOM in EC

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Luxton, Coad excel as Yorkshire rout Sussex

Century and frugal five-wicket haul prove too much for hosts at Hove

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Will Williams and Luke Charlesworth returning figures of 3 for 33 and 3 for 42 respectively

Hope holds firm as Pakistan strike four before lunch

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AITA EGM held in a cordial atmosphere

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Sooryavanshi the star as India complete 3-0 sweep

The opener scored 81 to set Zimbabwe a target of 193, which they never threatened to chase

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Sharma, Roland-Jones, De Caires lead Middlesex rout of Glamorgan

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Bangladesh recall Soumya Sarkar for first Test against Australia

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TRT vs LNS: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 8, The Hundred Mens 2026

TRTvs LNS,Approaching Milestones and Records :Trent Rockets had a defeat to start the Hundred Men's 2026. They failed to execute their bowling plans and conceded the second-highest total in The Hundred competition. Birmingham Phoenix scored 214 runs against them. Though the Rockets batted well and reached 204, they ended up losing the game by 10 runs. However, it was a big defeat, and the Rockets have slipped at the bottom after just one defeat. Can they bounce back after that defeat? Trent Rockets will face London Spirit in match 8 of the season. This contest will be held at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Sunday at 10:30 PM IST. London Spirit are also coming off a defeat in their opening game. They failed to chase down Manchester Super Giants' score of 138 runs. They lost the momentum in the final overs and ended up losing it by a close margin of 7 runs. The Spirit will also be looking to bounce back. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the TRTvs LNSMatch 8 at the Trent Bridge in Nottingham. TRTvs LNS: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the TRTvs LNSMatch 8 atTrent Bridge in Nottingham 25 - Ben Duckett is just 25 runs away from completing 5500 runs in T20 cricket. He has scored 5475 runs in 212 innings. 9 - Tim David is known for hitting big sixes. He is just nine sixes away from surpassing AB de Villiers (436) and 3 sixes away from surpassing Suryakumar Yadav (430) in T20s. 5 - David Willey is aiming at a big feat. He has 386 T20 wickets in his career and needs five more wickets to surpass two legends, Lasith Malinga (390) and Sohail Tanvir (389). 52 - Finn Allen is just 52 runs away from completing 500 runs in The Hundred men's competition. 17 - Ben Duckett needs 17 more runs to surpass Will Jacks (1079) and become the third-highest scorer in this league. 15 - Liam Livingstone needs 17 more runs to surpass Will Jacks (1079) and become the third-highest scorer in this league. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 5 - David Willey needs three more wickets to enter the top five wicket-takers in The Hundred Men's competition.

India bring in Ashok and Shedge and bat with an eye on series sweep

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MSG vs BPH: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 7, The Hundred Mens 2026

MSGvs BPH,Approaching Milestones and Records :Manchester Super Giants and Birmingham Phoenix will be up against each other in the next game of The Hundred Men's 2026. This match will be live from Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday at 7 PM IST. Both sides kicked off their campaigns with a win each. They will be looking to get another win to stay ahead in the race to the knockouts. Manchester Super Giants showed great nerves under pressure and defended an average score of 138 runs. Their bowlers fought very well and took the game deep to overcome the challenge. They will be ready for this home game and will be keen to get off to a win in their first home game. Birmingham Phoenix are coming off a great batting display. They posted the second-highest total of 214 with a blistering performance from the top order. Though their bowling suffered some beating, it was a big target to defend. Can they produce another high-profile batting display? Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the MSGvs BPHMatch 7 at the Old Trafford in Emirates MSGvs BPH: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the MSGvs BPHMatch 7 atOld Trafford in Emirates 10 - Aiden Markram has 5990 runs in T20 cricket and needs ten more to complete 6000 runs in the shorter format. 2 - Noor Ahmad is just two wickets away from completing 250 wickets in T20 cricket. 85 - Will Smeed slammed a quick fifty in the last game and helped his team reach a big total. Another 85 runs for him will take him to 4000 T20 runs in his career. He is also two fours away from completing 400 boundaries in T20s. 76 - Joe Clarke scored 68 off 33 balls and won the MOTM in the first game. He needs 76 more runs to complete 6500 T20 runs in his career. 6 - Laurie Evans has been a consistent performer at the domestic T20s. He is just six sixes away from reaching 300 T20 sixes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 69 - Jos Buttler is just 69 runs away from completing 1,000 runs in The Hundred men's competition.

Kavem Hodge's Unbeaten 83 Steadies West Indies Against Pakistan on Rain-Hit Opening Day

Kavem Hodge's dogged unbeaten 83 and the support of Shai Hope in an unbroken fourth-wicket stand took the West Indies to 194 for three at the end of a rain-shortened first day of the first Test against Pakistan at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on Saturday. Test cricket's newest venue the 13th in the Caribbean offered a pitch which made free scoring difficult while the tourists' seam-based attack lacked the necessary firepower to compensate for the turgid surface. Hodge displayed the necessary application in four hours at the crease with only Mohammad Abbass' persistence presenting him with any significant challenges in an innings so far occupying 181 deliveries, embellished by nine boundaries. Fresh from a century earlier in the month in the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Antigua, Hope batted with calm assurance, his knock of 39 not out in partnership with Hodge taking the home side from the unease of 106 for three in mid-afternoon. SCORECARD Persisent rain allowed for just over an hour's play after West Indies captain Roston Chase won the toss and opted to bat. In that time Abbass made an early strike when Brandon King dragged a wide delivery onto his stumps. When play resumed half-an-hour after the scheduled lunch interval, Hodge and the other opener, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, pushed their second-wicket stand to 51 before Aamer Jamal took the edge of Chanderpaul's bat for Salman Agha to take the catch at second slip. - 'Wanted more wickets' - Abbass, the senior man in a comparatively inexperienced Pakistan bowling attack, then trapped Amir Jangoo, leg-before the on-field decision of not out being overturned on review to the Decision Review System. It was a reasonably good day for us although we would have liked to have taken a couple more wickets, said Abbass in reflecting on the day's effort in which he finished with figures of two for 44 from 19 overs. This pitch is a bit slow. It was covered the day before the match so you have to work really hard to get something from it. He was the only one to trouble Hodge during the final session, earning an LBW verdict against the right-hander from Dominica before it was overturned on review while another leg-before shout two overs later was close, but not close enough for the television technology to prompt a change to the on-field not out decision. Pakistan's seam bowlers, with the notable exception of Jamal who conceded 54 runs in ten overs, kept the West Indies batsmen in check without appearing to be threatening. Ali Usman, the debutant left-arm spinner, bowled 12 economical overs without ever appearing to present a significant danger to his opponents. Both teams were had been forced into unexpected changes ahead of the Test. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In a surprise development, fast bowler Alzarri Joseph declined selection for the home side for personal reasons while Pakistan batsman Abdullah Fazal sustained a back injury ruling him out of this series and the subsequent campaign in England.

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TRT vs LNS Match 8, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

TRTvs LNSMatch 8,Cricket Tips :Match 8 of the Hundred Men's 2026 will be played between Trent Rockets and London Spirit. This contest is scheduled to be held at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Sunday at 10:30 PM IST. These two sides have played one game each. They are currently in the bottom two of the points table. London Spirit lost Manchester Super Giants and failed to chase down 138 runs. Trent Rockets batted well and scored 204 runs, but they had a target of 214 to chase. Their bowling was very bad, and that caused them points. Both sides will be eager to open their account on the table. TRT vs LNS: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 10:30 PM IST Venue : Trent Bridge, Nottingham TRT vs LNS: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the TRT vs LNS on the Star Sports Networks, and the live stream will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. TRT vs LNS: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 Trent Rockets : 3 London Spirit: 2 No-result: 0 TRT vs LNS: Ground Pitch Report Trent Bridge has been a good batting venue. It has hosted several high-scoring games, and one we can see on Sunday. The wicket gets better with time, but early on there will be assistance for the fast bowlers. The average score here is around 140-150. TRT vs LNS: Possible XIs Trent Rockets: Finn Allen, Ben Duckett, Sam Billings (c & wk), Tom Banton, Tim David, Mitchell Santner, Craig Overton, Lewis Gregory, Calvin Harrison, Matt Henry, Mohammad Amir London Spirit: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Liam Livingstone (c), Kiran Carlson, Dewald Brevis, James Coles, James Rew (wk), Jamie Overton, David Willey, Adam Milne, Adam Zampa, Tymal Mills TRT vs LNS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Finn Allen and Liam Livingstone showed their boundary-hitting ability in the last game and will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Matt Henry had an off day in the game, but he is too good of a bowler to bounce back. David Willey is very experienced and can bowl at different stages. Today Match Prediction : Both teams lost their first games, but if we compare these sides, Trent Rockets have a strong batting depth. Hence, we predict Trent Rockets to win this game. TRT vs LNS Match 8, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match TRT vs LNS, TRT vs LNS Prediction, TRT vs LNS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for TRT vs LNS Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

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Sikandar Raza: I'm letting the team down with my bat

Zimbabwe captain has scores of 4 and 0 against India, who've wrapped the T20I series up with one match left

Rain forces early lunch in Trinidad after Abbas gets King

Only 14.1 overs were possible in the session, in which West Indies managed just 23 runs

ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs

ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I , Cricket Tips :Finally, after suffering two series whitewashes, Team India have managed to win a T20I series under Shreyas Iyer. They have beaten Zimbbawe in the first two games and won the ongoing series with one match left to play. Ishan Kishan's 81 off 44 and Tilak Varma's 60* off 29 balls took India to a 90-run win in the second game. India didn't allow the hosts to get going in both matches and will aim to make it a 3-0 clean sweep. The final game will be played on Sunday at Harare Sports Club at 4:30 PM IST. Will India make any changes to their playing XI? There are chances, as a few players are on the bench. For Zimbabwe, it is all about doing well with the bat. ZIM vs IND: Match Details Date : July 26, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 4:30 PM IST Venue : Harare Sports Club, Harare ZIM vs IND: Live Streaming Details The live action of the final T20I will be available on Unite8 Sports and DD Sports and streamed on the FanCode streaming platform. ZIM vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20I Total Matches : 16 India : 13 Zimbabwe : 04 No-result : 00 ZIM vs IND: Ground Pitch Report The wicket for the second game was pretty good to bat on, and India used it well. We might see another good score in the final game. But there is enough assistance for the bowlers if bowled at hard length. These conditions will be similar across both innings. ZIM vs IND: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Sikandar Raza (c), Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, T. Marumani (wk), Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani India : Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur, Mayank Yadav ZIM vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ishan Kishan has now played good innings in both matches and will be the key batter from the Indian camp. For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett has shown glimpses, and he is capable of playing a big knock. Probable Best Bowler Prince Yadav has bowled hard lengths, and it has helped him get wickets and success. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani has been superb, and his new ball spells are deadly for the Indian top order. Today Match Prediction: Zimbabwe have failed to match India at any level. Hence, we predict India will win the final T20I on Sunday. ZIM vs IND Match 3rd T20I, Today Match ZIM vs IND, ZIM vs IND Prediction, ZIM vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Zimbabwe vs India Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score 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.

2nd T20I: Thought The Boys Bowled Well In Patches, But Credit To India As Well, Says Raza

Harare Sports Club: Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza lauded India's superior skill following his team's 90-run defeat in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday, adding that the opposition batters proved too good while taking personal responsibility for his own poor form with the bat. Riding on explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, India posted a formidable 219/5 before bundling out Zimbabwe for 129 to claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. I thought the boys bowled well in patches, but credit to India as well. Some of the shots they played and the skill they showed today were certainly admirable, said Raza at the conclusion of the game. We've been saying for some time now that we can be better in the field, and if the fielding department can support the bowlers a bit more, it'll add extra pressure on the opposition. But I don't want to take anything away from the Indian batters. The display they put on today is certainly something we can learn from, he added. He also praised wicketkeeper-batter Kishan for hitting an explosive 81. Certainly, Ishan has done that quite regularly and consistently. I think he's going through a really good patch and batting very well, especially at number three, which can be a very tricky role. He and Tilak batted really well and, like I said, the skill they have and what they showed us today is something we can learn from. Hopefully, it'll help us improve as well. We've been saying for some time now that we can be better in the field, and if the fielding department can support the bowlers a bit more, it'll add extra pressure on the opposition. But I don't want to take anything away from the Indian batters. The display they put on today is certainly something we can learn from, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But most importantly, I think I've been letting the team down as captain with my batting. The onus is on me to get it right because the team needs my runs, and unfortunately that hasn't been the case over the last two T20 games. But, Inshallah, I'll do my best to turn it around because the team could really do with my runs. Article Source: IANS

Kishan and Tilak's blazing knocks help India seal the series

Prince Yadav also chipped in with two wickets before walking off with a suspected left hamstring strain

2nd T20I: I Feel Exultant, Especially With The Way We Won Today, Says Shreyas Iyer

Harare Sports Club: India captain Shreyas Iyer expressed sheer delight following his side's clinical 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday, adding that the series-clinching performance was a total team effort, something which left him feeling exultant. Riding on explosive half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, India posted a formidable 219/5 before bundling out the hosts for 129 to claim an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. I feel exultant, especially with the way we won today. It was a comprehensive victory and a brilliant contribution from each and every player. Starting with the batting, I think the way Ishan and Tilak played was outstanding. A few of the shots they played were rakanaka (beautiful), and they were really pleasing to the eye. At the start, I felt anything between 180 and 200 would have been a par score, but we ended up getting 220, which was the icing on the cake. So, brilliant contributions from both of them. Then, with the ball, as usual, the bowlers came in, executed their lines and lengths precisely and bundled them out for 130-odd. I think that basically tells you the story of the game, Iyer said at the conclusion of the game. Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances. Keep moving forward and, more importantly, stay in the present. You've got to maximise every opportunity you get. Tomorrow is another opportunity, so we're looking forward to it, he added. Speaking on the aggressive mindset instilled in the young line-up, Iyer threw light on the importance of staying present and seizing opportunities without carrying baggage from the past. Yes, that's how you've got to approach the game. I feel it's all about the attitude. Don't dwell too much on previous performances. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Let's see. We haven't decided yet, and I haven't spoken to the coach. Unfortunately, one of our players (Prince) picked up an injury, so there could be a couple of changes. Article Source: IANS

2nd T20I: Kishan, Tilak Help India Seal The Series With 90-run Thrashing Of Zimbabwe (ld)

Harare Sports Club: Blistering half-centuries from wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and vice-captain Tilak Varma set up Indias dominant 90-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday and sealed an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Kishan's explosive 81 off 44 balls and Varma's unbeaten 60 off 29 deliveries set the foundation for India's imposing total of 219/5 after being inserted to bat first. The formidable target proved far too steep for Zimbabwe, as they were bowled out for 129 in 17.5 overs. The emphatic triumph also meant Shreyas Iyer got his first series win as Indias T20I captain. Batting all-rounder Abhishek Sharma, who bowls left-arm spin, starred with the ball by taking 3-17 as the Indian attack comfortably defended the score despite losing fast bowler Prince Yadav to an early hamstring injury. In Kishans knock, 46 runs came from mid-wicket and long-on regions, as he employed the pull shot to perfection. Varma, on the other hand, provided the perfect late flourish 16 of his runs came off the cut shot, to ensure India crossed the 210-run mark. Both batters frequently shuffled across their crease to align with deliveries outside the off stump, allowing them to pull and sweep the ball at will across the outfield. For Zimbabwe, it was a day to forget with the ball as everyone returned with an economy rate of above eight and strayed too full in their lengths. After India were pushed to bat first, Abhishek Sharma struck back-to-back boundaries in the first over off Sikandar Raza to get India off to a brisk start before Blessing Muzarabani turned the tide in the second over by removing him for eight after the opener spliced a back-of-a-length delivery straight to backward point. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, fresh off hitting his first T20I fifty, attempted to counter-attack by launching Richard Ngarava for a six and three boundaries in a 19-run third over, with the pull shot fetching him great rewards. But Ngarava got his revenge on the final ball as he had Sooryavanshi caught off his own bowling for 20. Skipper Shreyas Iyer stabilised the innings alongside Kishan, but Brian Bennett broke the 42-run partnership in the 10th over when Iyer mistimed a cut shot to backward point and departed for 25. Kishan then took control with his measured shot selection to reach his half-century in 33 balls before launching a stunning assault on the Zimbabwean bowling attack. Joined by Varma, the duo added 94 runs for the fourth wicket. Kishans fiery knock came to an end in the 18th over, when he miscued to deep point off Nyamhuri after striking nine fours and two sixes. Varma then picked up the momentum by reaching his fifty in 23 balls, even as Rinku Singh chipped in with a quickfire 12 before falling to Evans, and Shivam Dube finished the innings with a four off the penultimate ball to push India past the 210-mark. Chasing 220, Brian Bennett hit six boundaries with the scoop shot being the standout. But the scoop shot brought his downfall when he mistimed one off Thakur and gave a simple catch to wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan to fall for 32 off 19 balls. Prince made an instant impact on his first ball of the fifth over - removing Ben Curran for one as the opener's mis-hit pull off a hard length was caught by third man. Zimbabwes slide continued as Dion Myers chopped onto his stumps off Ravi Bishnoi in the final over of power-play. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Dube eventually struck in the ninth over when Wessly Madhevere gave a simple catch to mid-on, while Tilak Varmas brilliant game continued when he had Ryan Burl holing out to long-on. While Thakur claimed Tadiwanashe Marumani, Abhishek came in to castle Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri in quick succession before having Richard Ngarava holing out to long-on to wrap up a comfortable win for India. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 219/5 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 81, Tilak Varma 60 not out; Brian Bennett 1-22, Newman Nyamhuri 1-25) beat Zimbabwe 129 all out in 17.5 overs (Brian Bennett 32, Tadiwanashe Marumani 24; Abhishek Sharma 3-17, Prince Yadav 2-10) by 90 runs Article Source: IANS

2nd T20I: Abhishek Picks 3-17 As India Thrash Zimbabwe By 90 Runs, Take Unassailable Series Lead

Harare Sports Club: Batting all-rounder Abhishek Sharma claimed three wickets for 17 runs as India thrashed Zimbabwe by 90 runs in the second T20I to gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. Defending a daunting total of 219/5, India bowled out Zimbabwe for 129 in 17.5 overs. It also meant India earned their first series victory under Shreyas Iyers captaincy. The convincing win also offered the visitors a timely boost following their batters' recent struggles against pace and bounce during losses in Ireland and England. India's bowling unit consistently applied pressure despite losing pacer Prince Yadav to a hamstring injury early in his second over, shortly after he had taken two quick wickets. Abhishek stepped up to fill the void, combining with debutant Yash Thakur and the rest of the attack to dismantle the host side's batting lineup and put India in prime position to get a clean sweep in Sundays clash. Chasing 220, Brian Bennett hit six boundaries with the scoop shot being the standout. But the scoop shot brought his downfall when he mistimed one off Thakur and gave a simple catch to wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan to fall for 32 off 19 balls. Prince made an instant impact on his first ball of the fifth over - removing Ben Curran for one as the opener's mis-hit pull off a hard length was caught by third man. Zimbabwes slide continued as Dion Myers chopped onto his stumps off Ravi Bishnoi in the final over of power-play. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Dube eventually struck in the ninth over when Wessly Madhevere gave a simple catch to mid-on, while Tilak Varmas brilliant game continued when he had Ryan Burl holing out to long-on. While Thakur claimed Tadiwanashe Marumani, Abhishek came in to castle Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri in quick succession before having Richard Ngarava holing out to long-on to wrap up a comfortable win for India. Skipper Sikandar Raza fell for a three-ball duck when his attempt at a wild swing at a length ball from Prince resulted in a thick edge being caught behind by Kishan. But just as Prince was about to bowl his third delivery, he pulled up mid-run-up with a left hamstring injury and walked off the field, with Shivam Dube completing the remaining over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India 219/5 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 81, Tilak Varma 60 not out; Brian Bennett 1-22, Newman Nyamhuri 1-25) beat Zimbabwe 129 all out in 17.5 overs (Brian Bennett 32, Tadiwanashe Marumani 24; Abhishek Sharma 3-17, Prince Yadav 2-10) by 90 runs Article Source: IANS

West Indies opt to bat; Pakistan hand a debut to Ali Usman

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