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Varun Aaron Joins Glasgow Cosmic As Bowling Coach Ahead Of ETPL

European T20 Premier League: Glasgow Cosmic have appointed former India fast bowler Varun Aaron as the teams bowling coach ahead of the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). Aaron, who represented India across formats and enjoyed a successful career in domestic cricket and the IPL, joins the franchise at an exciting time as Glasgow Cosmic continue to build a strong setup both on and off the field. The team has already attracted attention with a squad featuring some of the biggest names in world cricket, including Finn Allen, Liam Livingstone, Kamindu Mendis, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Moises Henriques, Ali Khan, Richie Berrington, and Scotlands home favourite George Munsey. Speaking about his new role, Aaron said, Im really looking forward to this opportunity with Glasgow Cosmic. The conversations I had with Matthew Hayden, Vipul Agrawal, Tansha Batra and Rashid Khan gave me a clear picture of what theyre trying to build here. Theres genuine ambition behind the project and that was something I wanted to be a part of. When you look at the squad, there is quality throughout. Players like Finn Allen, Liam Livingstone, Kamindu Mendis, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Moises Henriques, Ali Khan, Richie Berrington and George Munsey have all proven themselves at the highest level. As a coach, its exciting to work with a group like that and help them get the best out of themselves. Vipul Agrawal, chairman of Mugafi Group, said, Varun has always been respected for his work ethic and cricketing knowledge. We believe he will bring a lot of value to the dressing room and be a great mentor for our players. When you look at the squad, there is quality throughout. Players like Finn Allen, Liam Livingstone, Kamindu Mendis, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Moises Henriques, Ali Khan, Richie Berrington and George Munsey have all proven themselves at the highest level. As a coach, its exciting to work with a group like that and help them get the best out of themselves. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rashid Khan, CEO of Mugafi Sports, said, From the beginning, our focus has been on building a strong cricketing environment. Varuns appointment is another important step in that direction and were excited to have him on board. Article Source: IANS

Womens T20 WC: Matthews Says West Indies Have Got high Confidence Ahead Of Crucial England Encounter

T20 World Cup: West Indies captain Hayley Matthews believes her side's unbeaten start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup has put them firmly on course for the knockout stage after their five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday as she said that the team has got high confidence heading into their next clash against hosts England, who are also unbeaten. Speaking after the match, Matthews said the Caribbean side's tactical decisions before the game, disciplined execution with the ball and composure during the chase have strengthened their confidence ahead of a crucial meeting with England. The victory made it three wins from three for West Indies, leaving them needing just one more success to all but confirm a place in the final four. It puts us in a really good place. You know, going into the next match against England, I think weve got high confidence. But yeah, I certainly feel like if we can win one more game here, it gets us into the semifinals. So, yeah, a lot of confidence going into the next two matches, but still just want to take it one game at a time, Matthews said after the game. Matthews revealed that the team's plans began at the toss, with West Indies eager to exploit the early assistance available for the bowlers on a surface that offered extra bounce. I think it was a crucial toss for sure. We definitely felt like we had a bit of tennis ball bounce early on. So yeah, really good that we got to go to the ball and take advantage of that, she added. That approach was complemented by a tactical change in the playing XI, with West Indies opting to field an additional spinner in Ashmini Munisar. Matthews said the decision reflected both Sri Lanka's batting composition and her side's confidence in the depth of its batting order. I think a bit of the tactical awareness against a team like Sri Lanka, but also certainly feel like we have enough batters down the line. And I guess having that extra spinner could have really made a difference, which sure today, she stated. The move paid immediate dividends as Matthews produced her best-ever figures in a Women's T20 World Cup, claiming 3 for 15 after removing Sri Lanka's top-order batters inside the powerplay. She explained that the plan centred on targeting Sri Lanka's biggest batting threats before they could settle. It was really crucial for us to get some early wickets. We know Sri Lankas really big batters are the ones at the top of the order with their two left-handers at Chamari and the other one as well. So, yeah, I think for us, we just really wanted to get some early wickets and it gave me the flexibility to be able to go hard in the power play and bowl a few overs with Munisar coming in as well, Matthews said. Although West Indies lost five wickets while pursuing a target of 99, Matthews insisted there was never any concern inside the dressing room, pointing to the team's strong position throughout the chase and the experience still available in the batting lineup. It was really crucial for us to get some early wickets. We know Sri Lankas really big batters are the ones at the top of the order with their two left-handers at Chamari and the other one as well. So, yeah, I think for us, we just really wanted to get some early wickets and it gave me the flexibility to be able to go hard in the power play and bowl a few overs with Munisar coming in as well, Matthews said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With momentum on their side and qualification within touching distance, Matthews' focus has already shifted to the next challenge, as West Indies look to carry their winning run into a pivotal encounter with England, to be played on Wednesday at the iconic Lords in London. Article Source: IANS

Womens T20 WC: Athapaththu Rues SLs Batting Struggles After Defeat To WI

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu admitted her side's batting unit failed to adapt to the conditions after suffering a five-wicket defeat to the West Indies in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday. Speaking after the loss, Athapaththu said early wickets and an underwhelming total of 98 left Sri Lanka with too much to do against an unbeaten West Indies side, despite a disciplined effort from the bowlers. Sri Lanka never recovered after slipping to 9/3 in the opening overs and were eventually bowled out for 98 before West Indies chased down the target with 23 balls remaining. Assessing her team's batting display, Athapaththu acknowledged that the surface offered assistance to the bowlers but felt Sri Lanka failed to respond effectively during the crucial opening phase of the innings. The wicket is a little bit sticky today, and the ball is a little bit sticky too, with the tennis ball bouncing. So I feel the West Indies are bowling according to their plans and to the conditions. We have not executed our plans in the power play. We lost a couple of wickets early, and throughout the game we struggled as a batting unit. So I feel we need to score 140 plus, otherwise we cant defend against this West Indies team. But unfortunately, we lost a couple of wickets and we struggled a lot in the middle, she said post-match. Although Sri Lanka's bowlers picked up five wickets during the chase and briefly slowed West Indies' progress, Athapaththu refused to place the responsibility for the defeat on the bowling attack. Instead, she pointed to the lack of runs on the board as the decisive factor. Definitely our bowlers bowled in right line and length, but some extras also given there, so the thing is, the 100 is not enough to defend. So we need to score more runs, otherwise we cant blame the bowlers, she added. The captain also chose to highlight one encouraging takeaway from the contest, praising the bowling department for competing despite having a below-par total to defend. However, she stressed that improvements with the bat would be essential ahead of Sri Lanka's next fixture. Definitely our bowlers bowled in right line and length, but some extras also given there, so the thing is, the 100 is not enough to defend. So we need to score more runs, otherwise we cant blame the bowlers, she added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With two losses in three games, Sri Lanka will have to win their remaining two games against Ireland and Scotland to keep their semi-final hopes alive. Article Source: IANS

Womens T20 WC: Wanted To Get Off To A Great Start, Says Matthews On Game-turning Spell After WIs Win

T20 World Cup: West Indies captain Hayley Matthews credited her side's aggressive start with the ball after guiding the Caribbean outfit to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday. Named Player of the Match following her decisive spell with the new ball, where she scalped three wickets in her first two overs, Matthews said the team's plan was to strike early against a Sri Lankan batting unit featuring several left-handers, a strategy that ultimately laid the foundation for West Indies' third successive win in the tournament. Matthews removed three of Sri Lanka's top-order batters inside the opening three overs, leaving the opposition reeling before the West Indies bowlers completed the job by dismissing them for 98. Reflecting on her approach with the new ball, Matthews said taking wickets in the powerplay had been central to the team's plans. I had the opportunity to start things off with the ball, and yeah, I felt like I wanted to hopefully get the team off to a really good start, and we knew early wickets were going to be crucial against a team like Sri Lanka. The wicket really favoured the spin style of bowling a lot. Thankfully I was able to put it on the spot and get a couple early on, she said during the post-match presentation. The conditions also influenced West Indies' selection, with off-spinner Ashmini Munisar handed her first appearance of the tournament as the side opted to field four spinners. Matthews explained the decision was shaped by Sri Lanka's batting lineup and praised the youngster for making an immediate impact. Looking at the lineup of Sri Lanka, they do have a lot of left-handers within their side. And we felt like someone like Ashmini could make a massive difference with her off-spin and the way she bowls. So she came in today and performed wonderfully as well. And yeah, kudos to her. I think coming in for her first World Cup match and playing how she did, Matthews added. Despite losing five wickets while chasing a modest target of 99, Matthews insisted there was never any concern in the dressing room about the outcome. West Indies reached the target with nearly four overs to spare, with Stafanie Taylor steering the chase after a brief middle-order wobble. Its okay. At the end of the day, we got over the line. I dont feel like there was any point in time where we thought we werent going to get any runs. Yes, we lost five wickets, but we were still in a very comfortable position throughout the innings. And I certainly feel like if were batting the way we are right now or playing the way we are right now and getting over the line when we have some of our batters peaking at the right time, it might be good for us. Despite losing five wickets while chasing a modest target of 99, Matthews insisted there was never any concern in the dressing room about the outcome. West Indies reached the target with nearly four overs to spare, with Stafanie Taylor steering the chase after a brief middle-order wobble. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hes always here at the ground supporting. So yeah, good that I could get one in front of him, she stated. Article Source: IANS

Womens T20 WC: South Africa ready For Taking On India In Highstakes Clash, Says Mlaba

T20 World Cup Group: South Africa leftarm spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba admitted that facing India is never easy but insisted her side is ready for the highstakes Womens T20 World Cup Group A encounter at Old Trafford on Sunday. Sundays clash is also the first time both teams are meeting in a Womens T20 World Cup game. Oh, obviously playing India is never easy. Its never an easy game for us. Obviously theyre a good side and playing against each other, its always competitive. So, yeah, but were just ready for todays game and the rest will follow, Mlaba said to broadcasters ahead of the clash. Reflecting on the previous outing, she conceded South Africas batting unit wasnt at their best, though they managed to get a win over Pakistan. I will say maybe we didnt, obviously our batters, we didnt work that harder for the team on that day. But I mean, theyre always gonna bounce back and I just cant wait to see what theyre gonna do for us. Oh, obviously playing India is never easy. Its never an easy game for us. Obviously theyre a good side and playing against each other, its always competitive. So, yeah, but were just ready for todays game and the rest will follow, Mlaba said to broadcasters ahead of the clash. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She underlined the significance of the fixture in the context of the race to semi-finals. Its definitely an important game for us. Obviously, were looking to win. Looking at the net run rate and obviously with the points that we have, its definitely gonna be a game that we need to win. Its a game that were all looking forward to. Article Source: IANS

India hand Rawat debut cap and bat in Harmanpreet's 200th T20I

India also brought in Arundhati Reddy, while South Africa made two changes, too, bringing in Brits and van Niekerk

Womens T20 WC: Prema Handed Debut, Arundhati Included As India Elect To Bat Against SA

T20 World Cup Group: India have handed a debut to legspin bowling all-rounder Prema Rawat and included seam-bowling all-rounder Arundhati Reddy as skipper Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and elected to bat against South Africa in their Womens T20 World Cup Group A clash at Old Trafford on Sunday. A win here for either second-placed India or fourth-ranked South Africa would give them a huge boost in terms of entering the semifinals. Its also the first time both teams are meeting in a Womens T20 World Cup game, with the game set to be played on a fresh wicket. After winning the toss, Harmanpreet, whos also become the first player to clock 200 T20I appearances and is also marking her 200th game as the Indian captain across all formats, said Prema comes in for Shreyanka Patil, whos ruled out after suffering a right ankle injury in the 95-run win over Netherlands at Headingley, while Arundhati replaces a rested Kranti Gaud. I think it's a good pitch. If we bat first and put on a good total, that'll help us win the game. Have to spend some time in the middle. 200th game, it's been an amazing journey. Never thought I'll come this far. God has been kind, thankful to Him. Thanks to friends, family, BCCI. I am more nervous playing my 200th match, while Prema is someone who looks very calm, she said. South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt said Dane van Niekerk and Tazmin Brits are in the playing eleven in place of Sune Luus and Kayla Reyneke. Probably would've batted as well. Big game, would've liked to put runs on the board. Nice to have won against them recently but they have got the better of us at the World Cup recently. Really slow here, so thought of bringing in some batters who are good against the spin, she said. In the pitch report, Isa Guha observed that the wind had dropped, with boundary dimensions being compact - the straight boundary standing at 70 metres, while square boundaries are equidistant at 61 metres. Assessing the fresh surface, Katey Martin noted it appeared quite dry with plenty of cracks and the grass covering looked fluffy, which suggest conditions are likely to assist spin. Playing XIs: In the pitch report, Isa Guha observed that the wind had dropped, with boundary dimensions being compact - the straight boundary standing at 70 metres, while square boundaries are equidistant at 61 metres. Assessing the fresh surface, Katey Martin noted it appeared quite dry with plenty of cracks and the grass covering looked fluffy, which suggest conditions are likely to assist spin. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (captain), Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Dane van Niekerk, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine De Klerk, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Shabnim Ismail, Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba Article Source: IANS

Sooryavanshi thumps fastest List A fifty as India A win tri-series

His 94 off 29 balls took India A to 377, before Sri Lanka A fell 66 short of their target

Aitchison caps allround masterclass as Derbyshire rout Lancashire

Five wickets for seamer follows key innings of 75, as victory comes by nine wickets

Matthews, Taylor make it three in three for West Indies

Sri Lanka plugged away with wickets through the middle overs but Taylor's stewardship ensured West Indies' 99 chase was never truly under threat

Womens T20 WC: Matthews Stars As West Indies Outclass Sri Lanka To Extend Unbeaten Run

T20 World Cup: West Indies continued their unbeaten run in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday, riding on captain Hayley Matthews' incisive new-ball spell before overcoming a few stumbles in the chase to reach the 99-run target in 16.1 overs. The result lifted West Indies to three wins from as many matches, while Sri Lanka were left to rue another batting collapse and a series of costly lapses in the field. After electing to bowl, Matthews ensured West Indies seized control almost immediately. She struck with the opening over by removing Vishmi Gunaratne for one with a sharp return catch, then returned to dismiss Chamari Athapaththu for two and Harshitha Samarawickrama for a duck in the space of four deliveries. Sri Lanka were reduced to 9/3 inside three overs and spent the remainder of the innings trying to rebuild. Imesha Dulani briefly counterattacked with 17 off 19 balls, while Kavisha Dilhari attempted to stabilise the innings with a composed 21 from 20 deliveries. The pair put together a useful stand before Chinelle Henry broke through by removing Dulani, after which Aaliyah Alleyne produced a fine caught-and-bowled effort to send back Dilhari. Sri Lanka slipped deeper into trouble when Ashmini Munisar trapped Kaushani Nuthyangana lbw for a first-ball duck, leaving the innings in tatters. Nilakshika Silva then offered the only sustained resistance, top-scoring with 30 off 26 balls and guiding the lower order in an attempt to drag Sri Lanka towards a competitive total. Kawya Kavindi contributed a patient 17, but regular wickets prevented Sri Lanka from building any momentum. Karishma Ramharack cleaned up the tail with a three-wicket haul, while Mithali Ayodhya was run out during a mix-up as Sri Lanka were dismissed for 98 in 19.4 overs. Chasing a modest target, West Indies began steadily through Matthews and Deandra Dottin before Sri Lanka found a way back into the contest. Matthews looked comfortable for her 17 before being run out by a direct hit from Nilakshika Silva after attempting a risky single. Dottin struck two boundaries during her 12 but was caught at backward square leg off Nimasha Meepage, reducing West Indies to 36/2 at the end of the powerplay. Sri Lanka tightened the screws further when Chamari Athapaththu dismissed Shemaine Campbelle following a successful review for a faint edge, while Kavisha Dilhari delivered her best over of the match by removing Jahzara Claxton and Chinelle Henry off successive legitimate deliveries. At 74/5 in the 12th over, West Indies had briefly opened the door for an unlikely Sri Lankan comeback. However, the chase never spiralled out of control thanks to the calm presence of the experienced Stafanie Taylor. Anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 26, Taylor absorbed the pressure before rotating the strike effectively alongside Jannillea Glasgow, who remained unbeaten on 10 as the pair stitched together an unbroken stand to take West Indies home. Sri Lanka's hopes were further dented by a series of missed opportunities in the field. At least three catches went down during the chase, while a couple of run-out chances also went begging. The visitors also leaked 23 extras, including wides, byes and leg-byes, significantly easing the task for the West Indies despite the regular wickets. Dilhari finished with 2/22, while Athapaththu and Meepage picked up a wicket apiece, but Sri Lanka's spirited bowling effort ultimately could not compensate for their below-par total. Sri Lanka's hopes were further dented by a series of missed opportunities in the field. At least three catches went down during the chase, while a couple of run-out chances also went begging. The visitors also leaked 23 extras, including wides, byes and leg-byes, significantly easing the task for the West Indies despite the regular wickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Sri Lanka 98/10 in 19.4 overs (Nilakshi Silva 30, Kavisha Dilhari 21; Hayley Matthews 3-15, Karishma Ramharack 2-15) lost to West Indies 99/5 in 16.1 overs (Stafanie Taylor 27, Hayley Matthews 17; Kavisha Dilhari 2-22, Nimasha Meepage 1-18) by 5 wickets. Article Source: IANS

'Sorry Universe Boss' - Pollard surpasses Gayle despite embracing finisher role

After becoming the highest run-scorer in T20s, Pollard said WI players were idiculed when they chose to focus on the format

Womens T20 WC: Deepti, Smriti, Muzumdar Hail Harmanpreet Ahead Of 200th T20I Game

T20 World Cup Group: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur will become the first cricketer to play 200 T20I when she takes the field against South Africa in the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup Group A clash at Old Trafford, with teammates Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma and head coach Amol Muzumdar hailing the milestone as unbelievable and phenomenal. Vicecaptain Smriti said the achievement reflected Harmanpreets grit and work ethic. It's an unbelievable achievement to play 200 T20 internationally. Playing 200 matches in all formats itself is such a huge thing. Just to play it in one format is, I feel, a crazy achievement. I think looking at her work really hard, she's had a lot of niggles, I would say, along the way. But she's battled all of that with a lot of grit and work ethic. I see her work hard even in a lot of pain, I feel it's always very motivating. Not only for me, I mean even the youngsters. Playing your 200th match itself is such a big honour. But playing it in a World Cup is even bigger and better and in such a crucial game for us It's in the place where we are in the group and you always get a lot of fire on the field. So go out there and play with a lot of passion, which you have always done and hopefully you just keep playing and winning matches from here, she said in a video posted on BCCIs social media accounts. Meanwhile, Muzumdar underlined the uniqueness of the feat. No cricketer has gone on to do that in the world. This itself tells you how phenomenal a feat this is. I keep on saying that we are able to see somebody like Harmanpreet Kaur in full flow. If I have to pick only one, then it would be the leadership qualities. She is a complete leader. I consider myself really lucky that I am part of this dressing room where Harmanpreet Kaur is the captain. Enjoy the rest of your time on the cricket ground and hope you achieve a lot of laurels. One message to Harmanpreet Kaur would be, Oye Chak de phatte (go for it)! Meanwhile, Muzumdar underlined the uniqueness of the feat. No cricketer has gone on to do that in the world. This itself tells you how phenomenal a feat this is. I keep on saying that we are able to see somebody like Harmanpreet Kaur in full flow. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We are glad that we are playing in your team and you are leading us. Nothing could be better than this. Just wish you that you go well like in your 200 games so far and get to play another 200 matches. Article Source: IANS

Johnson's Early Strikes, Marsh's Whirlwind Knock Seal Australia's 3-0 T20I Series Sweep Over Bangladesh

Tanzid Hasan Tamim: Spencer Johnson ripped through Bangladesh's top order with another incisive new-ball spell before captain Mitchell Marsh unleashed a breathtaking 28-ball half-century as Australia wrapped up a comprehensive seven-wicket victory in the third T20I, chasing down 109 in just 10.6 overs to complete a dominant 3-0 series sweep. Johnson's double strike, backed by disciplined spells from Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa, restricted Bangladesh to a below-par 108 for 8 despite a lone hand from captain Towhid Hridoy. Marsh then ensured there would be no late drama, smashing seven fours and four sixes in a blistering 60 off 28 deliveries to put the result beyond doubt inside the PowerPlay. After opting to bowl, Australia couldn't have asked for a better start. Johnson struck with the opening delivery of the match, dismissing Tanzid Hasan Tamim, before returning later in the PowerPlay to remove the dangerous Parvez Hossain Emon for 15. The left-arm quick consistently challenged the batters with his pace and movement, leaving Bangladesh under pressure from the outset. The middle order failed to arrest the slide as Australia's bowlers maintained their stranglehold. Nathan Ellis had Shamim Hossain caught after a mistimed pull before Adam Zampa joined the act, dismissing Jaker Ali with Cooper Connolly taking a sharp catch at backward point. Ellis then trapped Mahedi Hasan lbw, reducing Bangladesh to 50 for 5 and exposing the lower order before the halfway mark. With wickets tumbling around him, skipper Towhid Hridoy mounted a lone resistance. Initially content to rebuild, he gradually shifted gears while finding valuable support from Rishad Hossain in a 37-run partnership for the seventh wicket that finally gave Bangladesh some breathing room. Hridoy reached his half-century from 44 deliveries with a boundary off Johnson and carried his bat through the innings, finishing unbeaten on 52 from 48 balls with four fours and a six. His effort lifted Bangladesh past the 100-run mark, but it was the only substantial contribution in an otherwise disappointing batting display. Johnson (2 for 22), Ellis (2 for 22) and Zampa (2 for 18) shared six wickets between them, while Sean Abbott and Cooper Connolly chipped in with one apiece to complete another clinical bowling effort. Any hopes Bangladesh had of defending 109 evaporated almost immediately. Jake Fraser-McGurk and Marsh raced out of the blocks, attacking anything remotely loose. Fraser-McGurk struck a lively 25 before falling to Mahedi Hasan, but Marsh was only beginning to hit top gear. After scoring 18 off his first 13 deliveries, the Australian captain flipped the switch, plundering 42 off his next 15 balls. The onslaught peaked after the powerplay. Marsh welcomed Nahid Rana with a six and a four before dismantling Rishad Hossain, bringing up his 14th T20I fifty off just 23 balls with a towering slog-sweep over midwicket. Bangladesh's bowlers had no answer as boundaries flowed to every part of the ground, effectively ending the contest with more than half the chase still remaining. Shoriful Islam eventually ended Marsh's spectacular innings, tempting him into a miscued lofted drive after the Australian had hammered 60 off just 28 balls. Cooper Connolly added a composed 15, while Matt Renshaw calmly rotated the strike as Australia cruised towards the target. There was still time for Tim David to provide the finishing flourish. After Connolly became Rishad Hossain's second wicket, David arrived and immediately launched consecutive sixes off the leg-spinner, the second soaring over midwicket to seal victory with 55 balls to spare. Rishad Hossain finished with two wickets, and Shoriful Islam accounted for Marsh, but Bangladesh were left to rue another underwhelming batting performance that had left them at least 60-70 runs short of a competitive total on a testing surface. There was still time for Tim David to provide the finishing flourish. After Connolly became Rishad Hossain's second wicket, David arrived and immediately launched consecutive sixes off the leg-spinner, the second soaring over midwicket to seal victory with 55 balls to spare. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Bangladesh 109/8 in 20 overs (Towhid Hridoy 61; Spencer Johnson 2-6, Nathan Ellis 2-21, Adam Zampa 2-22) lost to Australia 112/3 in 11 overs (Mitchell Marsh 60, Josh Inglis 17; Nasum Ahmed 1-10, Rishad Hossain 1-22) by 7 wickets. Article Source: IANS

Henry's 11-wicket Masterclass Crushes England By 253-run At The Oval

Captain Ben Stokes: Matt Henry produced the finest performance of his Test career with a maiden 11-wicket match haul as New Zealand crushed England by 253 runs inside an hour on the fifth morning of the second Test at The Oval, levelling the series in emphatic fashion. Chasing a tough target of 463 for victory, England started the final day at 182-5 with slim hopes of achieving a record chase. Those hopes quickly faded in the third over of the morning when Henry struck with just his seventh ball of the day, trapping Joe Root lbw for 77. The decision was reviewed, but technology offered no relief for Root as New Zealand tightened their hold on the match. Henry then ran through the lower order with great effectiveness. He took his second wicket in a double-wicket maiden when Jofra Archer was bowled for a two-ball duck by a delivery that kept low and hit middle stump. Matthew Fisher, who had scored his first Test half-century in the first innings, chopped on in Henrys next over. Josh Tongue then edged behind to Daryl Mitchell at slip for a first-ball duck. This collapse gave Henry his first Test 10-wicket haul and left England looking at defeat. Jordan Cox briefly delayed the inevitable by counterattacking with some aggressive shots. He helped move England past 200 by lifting Henry over slip and later hitting a six over long-on, but his resistance was short. Henry had the last word, delivering a perfect leg-stump yorker to bowl Cox for 25, finishing with figures of 6-29 in the second innings. His match figures of 11-109 were not only a career best but also the best by a New Zealand bowler in a Test match in England. This victory secured New Zealands largest win by runs on English soil and leveled the series heading into the deciding third Test. England, who had celebrated a confidence-boosting victory in the first Test exactly two weeks earlier, were thoroughly outplayed as Henrys brilliance propelled the tourists to a strong comeback. The defeat also comes at a difficult time for England. Captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson missed the Test after being sidelined pending an investigation into an incident after the first Test at Lords. The two reportedly broke the teams midnight curfew and were present when a security staff member was hit by a Saracens rugby player. This victory secured New Zealands largest win by runs on English soil and leveled the series heading into the deciding third Test. England, who had celebrated a confidence-boosting victory in the first Test exactly two weeks earlier, were thoroughly outplayed as Henrys brilliance propelled the tourists to a strong comeback. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief scores: New Zealand 391 & 362 beat England 291 & 209 (Joe Root 77; Matt Henry 6-29) by 253 runs Article Source: IANS

Henry takes 11 as New Zealand romp to 253-run victory against England

The NZ fast bowler produced career-best figures to help his team level the series 1-1

Womens T20 WC: Matthews, Ramharack Star As West Indies Skittle Sri Lanka For 98

T20 World Cup Group: The West Indies produced a ruthless bowling display to dismiss Sri Lanka for just 98 in 19.4 overs after opting to field first in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group B clash at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday. Captain Hayley Matthews set the tone with a devastating opening spell that ripped through Sri Lanka's top order, leaving the Asian side struggling to recover from an early collapse. Matthews struck in the very first over, removing Vishmi Gunaratne for one with a stunning return catch, before returning in her next over to send back Chamari Athapaththu for two and Harshitha Samarawickrama for a duck. Sri Lanka slumped to 9/3 inside three overs, handing West Indies complete control of the contest. Imesha Dulani attempted to steady the innings with a brisk 17 off 19 deliveries, adding valuable runs alongside Kavisha Dilhari, who once again led Sri Lanka's resistance with a composed 21 from 20 balls. However, Chinelle Henry broke the partnership by dismissing Dulani, while Aaliyah Alleyne followed up by producing a sharp caught-and-bowled chance to remove Dilhari at the end of the 10th over. Sri Lanka's hopes of a recovery faded further when Ashmini Munisar trapped Kaushani Nuthyangana lbw for a golden duck, leaving them six down with less than 50 runs on the board. Nilakshika Silva then mounted the only substantial fightback, top-scoring with 30 off 26 deliveries and stitching together useful stands in the lower order to push the total towards three figures. The experienced Karishma Ramharack ensured the resistance did not last long. She had Nilakshika's supporting cast unravel as Sugandika Kumari and Kawya Kavindi were both stumped by Shemaine Campbelle while Mithali Ayodhya was run out in a mix-up. Kavindi battled for 17 off 28 balls, but Sri Lanka's innings ended on 98 with two balls still remaining. West Indies' bowlers shared the workload superbly after Matthews' opening burst. Matthews finished with three crucial wickets to put Sri Lanka on the back foot, while Ramharack claimed three wickets of her own to wrap up the tail. Henry, Alleyne, Munisar and Afy Fletcher chipped in with one wicket each as Sri Lanka never managed to build a meaningful partnership after the early setbacks. West Indies' bowlers shared the workload superbly after Matthews' opening burst. Matthews finished with three crucial wickets to put Sri Lanka on the back foot, while Ramharack claimed three wickets of her own to wrap up the tail. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Sri Lanka 98/10 in 19.4 overs (Nilakshika Silva 30, Kavisha Dilhari 21; Hayley Matthews 3-15, Karishma Ramharack 2-15) against West Indies. Article Source: IANS

Johnson and Marsh star as Australia secure 3-0 sweep of T20I series

The left-arm quick set a new record for Australia before they chased down the target with nine overs to spare

Stokes, Atkinson set to return for third Test after Championship withdrawal

They were allowed to represent their counties while investigations into the nightclub incident that led to their omission from the second Test remained ongoing

Matt Henry The Hero As New Zealand Thrash England By 253 Runs In 2nd Test

Matt Henry took four wickets for no runs in just 12 balls as New Zealand thrashed England by 253 runs in the second Test at the Oval on Sunday for a series-levelling win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand only needed 48 minutes' play on the fifth day to complete a crushing victory as England, set a mammoth 463 to win, were bowled out for 209, with Henry's six-wicket haul in total in the second innings giving him superb match figures of 11-69.

England's Stokes And Atkinson Withdrawn From County Games Ahead Of 3rd Test Vs New Zealand

England captain Ben Stokes and Test team-mate Gus Atkinson were both withdrawn from their respective County Championship fixtures on Sunday in what appears to be an indication they will be available to play in next week's series finale against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The pair were dropped from the ongoing second Test at the Oval after breaking a team curfew during an incident in a London nightclub following the hosts' win in the series opener at Lord's. While Stokes and Atkinson remain under investigation by English cricket authorities they were permitted to play in domestic fixtures, with Stokes turning out for Durham and Atkinson for Surrey in the first two days of Championship matches that started on Friday. The 35-year-old Stokes enjoyed a lengthy bowling stint before making 95 against Northamptonshire on Saturday, the all-rounder's highest score in any cricket since a century in the fourth Test against India in July of last year. Fast-medium bowler Atkinson, 28, took four wickets in the first innings of Surrey's game at Glamorgan. Both players were then withdrawn before day three of those matches, in what is understood to be an attempt to make sure they are fit for the third Test at Trent Bridge starting Thursday. Investigations into the pair's conduct by the England and Wales Cricket Board and the independent Cricket Regulator have yet to be concluded. No official confirmation of the outcomes of those investigations, or an England squad for the third Test, is expected until the finish of the second Test at the Oval, where the hosts are facing the prospect of being well-beaten on Sunday's final day of play in south London. England, missing Stokes and Atkinson, and also without both Ollie Robinson and Jamie Smith due to injury and paternity leave respectively, made five changes to the side that won the first Test by 115 runs. A hugely inexperienced side, including three debutants, have been outplayed over the first four days by a New Zealand team now on the cusp of levelling this three-match series at 1-1 heading into next week's Nottingham finale. England fast bowler Josh Tongue, speaking after Saturday's close, said the side had missed the inspirational Stokes at the Oval. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Stokesy is an unbelievable player, said Tongue. I made my England debut when he was captain. I've got huge respect for Stokesy and it's always nice seeing him get some runs.

Womens T20 WC: Gardner Says Mooneys Injury Exit Was just Precautionary After Australias Win Over NED

T20 World Cup: Australia all-rounder and vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner has played down concerns over the fitness of wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney while confirming her own ankle has recovered well after the defending champions' commanding victory over the Netherlands in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at The Rose Bowl. Speaking after Australia's third successive Group A win, Gardner said Mooney's early exit from the innings was only a precaution as the team manages its players carefully with the knockout stage approaching. Mooney retired hurt after scoring 74 off 42 deliveries because of a back complaint and did not take the field during the Netherlands' chase, with Georgia Voll taking over the wicketkeeping duties. Gardner, who herself returned after overcoming an ankle injury, indicated Australia were unwilling to take unnecessary risks given the length of the tournament. Just precautionary for Moons. Obviously we have such a big tournament, two more huge round games, and then hopefully some finals. So yeah, don't want to push where we don't have to, Gardner confirmed post-game. Gardner also provided an encouraging update on her own fitness after contributing a match-winning 58 from 32 balls, an innings that helped Australia post 219/6 before completing a comprehensive 98-run victory. And my ankle was good. Yeah, obviously made a full recovery to be able to be confident enough to play today. It's certainly still bruised. But thats just the theatrics of it, but yeah, all is good, she added. Australia's medical staff are also monitoring Phoebe Litchfield, who has been sidelined since sustaining a quad injury during the tournament opener against South Africa. The left-hander is targeting a return for Australia's final group-stage fixture against India at Lord's. Despite their unbeaten start and another dominant display, Gardner dismissed suggestions that Australia are feeling any external pressure over perceptions that the side no longer carries the aura of invincibility that has defined previous campaigns. It's certainly not language that we would ever use within our environment, she said. Gardner insisted the squad remains focused on its own performances rather than outside opinions. (The media) can talk about our team that way. We always come into these tournaments and there is an expectation that Australia should do well, but I think within our group at the moment, we're staying so present in what the moment is and taking the positives and the learnings out of each game, each training session, and focusing on that, controlling what we can control, the spin-bowling all-rounder added. Gardner insisted the squad remains focused on its own performances rather than outside opinions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The six-time champions now sit unbeaten at the top of Group A and can secure a place in the semifinals with victory over Pakistan before concluding the league stage against India. Their immediate focus, however, will be on ensuring Mooney and Litchfield are available as the tournament enters its decisive phase. Article Source: IANS

'She's A Role Model For Almost All Cricketers Globally': Salvi Hails Harmanpreet Ahead Of Landmark 200th T20I

T20 World Cup: India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi paid glowing tribute to captain Harmanpreet Kaur on the eve of her historic 200th T20 International, describing her as 'a role model for almost all cricketers globally' and praising the veteran's work ethic, leadership and influence on the next generation ahead of India's ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash against South Africa at Old Trafford on Sunday. Harmanpreet is set to become the first cricketer to feature in 200 women's or men's T20 Internationals when she leads India in a crucial Group A encounter. The landmark comes at the same venue where she made her T20I debut 17 years ago, with India also chasing a third consecutive victory in the tournament to move closer to a place in the semifinals. Speaking before the match, Salvi said Harmanpreet's stature has been built not only on performances but also on the example she has set throughout her career. She's a role model for almost all cricketers globally. I think Harman is a top-level athlete. The way she has conducted herself over the years, she's been a role model throughout, Salvi told reporters ahead of the game. The India bowling coach also highlighted the skipper's commitment to continuous improvement and her willingness to guide younger members of the squad. She's been a performer in any format. Work ethics-wise, she keeps on working on the basics. She shares a lot of experience with the youngsters. So that also is a dimension where she comes in, he added. While Harmanpreet's personal milestone will be one of the talking points of Sunday's contest, India are equally focused on strengthening their position in Group A. A victory over South Africa would keep them unbeaten in the tournament and edge them closer to the knockout stage. India also enter the fixture carrying lessons from their 4-1 bilateral T20I series defeat in South Africa earlier this year, which Salvi believes helped the squad address several shortcomings. Those five games that we played in South Africa taught us a lot. Especially when you lose the series, you tend to reflect a lot into it and find out the grey areas where we needed to work on. I think as a bowling unit, as an entire group, they discussed a lot of stuff amongst themselves, with us, and they have come up with the conclusions that where we went wrong, and we have addressed that into the camps and matches, Salvi mentioned. Harmanpreet's impact was acknowledged from the opposition camp as well. South Africas Chloe Tryon, who has shared the dressing room with the India captain at Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League, said watching Harmanpreet's career unfold had been inspiring. It's been remarkable to watch her journey, when I was a small girl as well, just looking up to big players, Ive had the opportunity to play alongside her, watch her do her thing. She's been a role model for so many people around the world, the all-rounder said. Tryon also credited the India skipper for helping elevate the women's game through her longevity and leadership. It's been remarkable to watch her journey, when I was a small girl as well, just looking up to big players, Ive had the opportunity to play alongside her, watch her do her thing. She's been a role model for so many people around the world, the all-rounder said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As Harmanpreet prepares to add another milestone to her international career, India's coaching staff and even members of the opposition see the achievement as recognition of a player whose influence has extended well beyond the runs she has scored and the matches she has played. Article Source: IANS

Womens T20 WC: West Indies Opt To Bowl First With SF At Stake

T20 World Cup: West Indies won the toss and elected to bowl against Sri Lanka in the 17th match of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup here at County Ground in a fixture that will probably decide the fate of Group B with a spot in the semi-final at stake. West Indies head into today's contest with momentum firmly on their side after opening their campaign with back-to-back victories. While neither win came without anxious moments, particularly their hard-fought escape against Scotland, they have still managed to collect four valuable points. Another success today would leave them well placed in the race for a semifinal berth from Group B. Sri Lanka have recovered impressively after a difficult start to the tournament. Following a one-sided defeat against England, they produced one of the biggest surprises of the competition by toppling defending champions New Zealand. That result has revived their campaign, and another win this afternoon would draw them level with West Indies on points, adding another twist to an already competitive group. The Caribbean side will also be wary of recent meetings between these teams. Earlier this year, Sri Lanka travelled to the West Indies and emerged with a 2-0 T20I series victory, underscoring their ability to trouble today's opponents. Fresh from their confidence-boosting win over New Zealand, Sri Lanka will believe they have every chance of repeating that success on the global stage. Winning the toss, Windies skipper Hayley Matthews said, Going to have a bowl. Good chance to see what the pitch is doing. We probably didn't bat well enough in that series (the one they lost to SL earlier this year). Conditions here are different and favour us more. Qiana Joseph is out. Munesar comes in. She comes in as an extra spinner to bolster the bowling. We feel we have enough firepower. Meanwhile, Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu said, Feeling good. Would've batted first if we won the toss. Confidence is good. Just because we beat WI in WI doesn't mean we can do that everytime. As professional cricketers we need to adjust according to the venue. One change for us. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu said, Feeling good. Would've batted first if we won the toss. Confidence is good. Just because we beat WI in WI doesn't mean we can do that everytime. As professional cricketers we need to adjust according to the venue. One change for us. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Vishmi Gunarathne, Imesha Dulani, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kaveesha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushini Nuthyangana (wk), Sugandika Dasanayaka, Kawya Kavindi, Nimasha Meepage, Mithali Ayodhya Article Source: IANS

Jaiswal misses out on ODI squad for England tour despite Afghanistan ton

Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel are back in India's squad

Kohli, Bumrah Named In Squad For England ODIs; Jaiswal Dropped

Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, with senior batter Virat Kohli and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah returning to the side. The squad will be led by Shubman Gill, while Shreyas Iyer has been named vice-captain for the tour, which begins on July 14. Kohli, who sustained a hamstring injury during IPL 2026, returned after missing the recently concluded ODI series against Afghanistan. However, the BCCI said that his participation is subject to fitness clearance. Bumrah, who was rested for the Afghanistan series as part of workload management, also makes his comeback and is expected to spearhead Indias pace attack in English conditions. There is no return for seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who was initially selected for the Afghanistan ODIs but was later ruled out after suffering a setback during his rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who impressed with a century in the final ODI against Afghanistan, has been omitted from the squad upon Kohli's return. On the other hand, left-arm pacer Gurnoor Brar retained his spot after a string of impressive performances in the previous series. Indias ODI tour of England will begin with the first match at Edgbaston on July 14. The second ODI will be played at Sophia Gardens on July 16, while the third and final match is scheduled at Lords on July 19. Meanwhile, the BCCI confirmed that spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Ireland after sustaining a left foot injury during IPL 2026. The board stated that his recovery is in its final stages. Varun Chakravarthy is in the final stages of his rehab at the BCCI COE following his left foot injury sustained in the IPL 2026. He is ruled out of the T20I series against Ireland, the BCCI said in a release. Meanwhile, the BCCI confirmed that spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Ireland after sustaining a left foot injury during IPL 2026. The board stated that his recovery is in its final stages. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias updated squad for Ireland T20Is: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (Vice-Captain), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Prasidh Krishna. Article Source: IANS

Bangladesh bat first, make three changes in search of consolation win

Australia named an unchanged side as they look to whitewash the T20 series

IND-W vs SA-W Match 18 Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

IND-W vs SA-W Match 18, Cricket Tips :India Women have increased their chances of making it to the semifinal of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 with two consecutive wins. They have beaten Pakistan and Netherlands in back-to-back wins. They will now lock horns with South Africa Women, which will be a big game for both sides. The upcoming contest is scheduled to be live at 7 PM IST on Sunday at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester. These two teams need this win. South Africa had a great recent record against India, and they beat them in the T20I series. But the pressure will be totally different, and South Africa might get eliminated if they lose. Also Read: Live Cricket Score IND-W vs SA-W: Match Details Date : June 21, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 7 PM IST Venue : Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester IND-W vs SA-W Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the INDW vs SAW game on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the game through the Jio Hotstar app or website. IND-W vs SA-W Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 24 India Women : 11 South Africa Women : 10 No - Result : 03 IND-W vs SA-W: Ground Pitch Report Old Trafford has been a good venue for the batting side. The bounce and pace in the wicket is good, and batters have done well using it. It is a chase venue, and teams have done well here batting second. IND-W vs SA-W Possible XIs IND - W : Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Richa Ghosh (wk), Yastika Bhatia, Nandni Sharma, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Thakur, Kranti Gaud, N Shree Charani SA - W: Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt (c), Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Shabnim Ismail, Kayla Reyneke, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba. IND-W vs SA-W Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Smriti Mandhana has scored consecutive half-centuries and is in good form at the top. For South Africa, Laura Wolvaardt has excellent numbers against India, and she will be a big wicket. Probable Best Bowler Deepti Sharma has been brilliant, and she has always performed well in the ICC events. Marizanne Kapp can swing and take the wickets with the new ball and put India under pressure. Today Match Prediction : South Africa have dominated India in recent times, and they have a good combination. But the form is with India, and we predict India Women will win this game. IND-W vs SA-W Match 18 ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Today 2026 Match, IND-W vs SA-W 2026 Prediction, IND-W vs SA-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for IND-W vs SA-W Match Disclaimer : The predictions 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.

He Could Be At A Turning Point In His Career': Gavaskar After Prasidh's Five-fer Against Afghanistan

MA Chidambaram Stadium: Batting great Sunil Gavaskar believes fast bowler Prasidh Krishna may have reached a turning point in his international career after producing a match-winning spell to guide India to a nine-wicket, series-sweeping victory over Afghanistan in the third ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Prasidh registered his maiden ODI five-wicket haul with outstanding figures of 5-23 in nine overs, ripping through Afghanistans top order and reducing them to 36/4. His efforts laid the foundation for Indias comfortable win before Yashasvi Jaiswals unbeaten 110 and Rohit Sharmas 79 helped the hosts chase down 219 with ease. That is the beauty of Indian cricket, there are always replacements ready, and I think Prasidh Krishna could be at a turning point in his career. He has been in and out of the side, and he went wicketless in the first ODI and didnt play the second game either, Gavaskar told Jio Hotstar. In the third ODI, he bowled fuller lengths and made the ball work. He got the new ball, which is rare for him. In this game, with the new ball in hand, he used it well. He read the pitch well; there was carry and a bit of zip. That is what you need to do as a fast bowler. The former India captain said Prasidhs attacking mindset was evident throughout his opening spell, which dismantled Afghanistans top order. In his heart, he is an attacking bowler. Fast bowlers love to make batters uncomfortable, make them hop and weave. That is where they get their joy. Earlier, he was bowling too short and getting punished. But now he is pitching it up, getting movement, and taking wickets. That is the change that has made the difference, he added. In the third ODI, he bowled fuller lengths and made the ball work. He got the new ball, which is rare for him. In this game, with the new ball in hand, he used it well. He read the pitch well; there was carry and a bit of zip. That is what you need to do as a fast bowler. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India then made light work of the chase as Jaiswal struck his second ODI century in just three innings and shared a 170-run opening stand with Rohit, helping the hosts seal a comprehensive victory and their first ODI series triumph under captain Shubman Gill. Article Source: IANS

'Talking To Rohit Bhai Gives Me Confidence': Jaiswal After Match-winning Ton Against Afghanistan

MA Chidambaram Stadium: Young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal credited senior batter Rohit Sharma for helping him develop his white-ball game after his unbeaten century powered India to a nine-wicket win over Afghanistan in the third ODI and completing a 3-0 series sweep at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Jaiswal smashed an unbeaten 110 off 86 balls, his second ODI hundred in just three innings, while Rohit made 79 as the duo shared a 170-run opening partnership to help India chase down 219 with 128 balls to spare. Reflecting on his growing understanding of the 50-over format, Jaiswal revealed that frequent conversations with Rohit have played a key role in his development. White-ball cricket demands a different mindset. And the best way to improvise that aspect is by talking to someone like Rohit Bhai. I have had a lot of conversations with him during this series, and even before the third ODI, we had some great chats, Jaiswal told Jio Hotstar. I keep asking him questions about how to read situations, how to play different bowlers, and how to handle pressure in the middle overs. He always gives me amazing answers. His advice helps me a lot during my innings. I feel more confident when I know what to expect. I am really enjoying this learning process, he added. The left-handed opener said he does not differentiate much between formats and instead focuses on adapting his game according to the teams requirements. I dont think too much about which format I am playing. My focus is always on what the team needs from me and how I can prepare for that. Whether its Test cricket, T20s, or ODIs, I make sure I adapt my game accordingly. The communication with the support staff and Gautam Gambhir sir has been very clear. They have helped me understand my game better. I am really enjoying the process. Everyone is putting in the hard work, and that creates a good environment. Jaiswal also highlighted the positive atmosphere within the Indian dressing room, saying the success of his teammates motivates him to improve further. I have been really enjoying watching the success of all my teammates. I learn a lot just by observing them how they prepare, how they handle pressure, and how they perform in different situations. The environment in the dressing room is really positive. Everyone supports each other, and we genuinely enjoy each others success. I think that is the best part of this team. That kind of culture makes you want to work harder and be better. Looking ahead, Jaiswal said India have already started preparing for the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, though the team remains focused on taking things one game at a time. The preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup has already begun. Everyone in the squad knows their role and what they need to work on. We know that the World Cup is the bigger picture, but we cant get ahead of ourselves. For now, I am just enjoying the moment and taking it one game at a time, he added. Looking ahead, Jaiswal said India have already started preparing for the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, though the team remains focused on taking things one game at a time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Jaiswal then capped off a memorable series with another commanding hundred as India completed a clean sweep and secured their first ODI series win under captain Shubman Gill. Article Source: IANS

Owen's 155 powers Freedom to victory even as Pollard overtakes Gayle

Pollard is now the highest run-getter in T20 history

'I'm all good' - Mooney eases concerns after Voll's emergency role

Australia had to go to their third-choice keeper against Netherlands but Voll did the job well

Siddle, Pretorius, Short lead Unicorns to comfortable win

R Ashwin endured a difficult MLC debut, conceding 24 in two overs

Jharkhand T20 League: Jamshedpur Steelers Enter SF With Win Over Dhanbad Diamonds

Jharkhand T20 Cricket League: The Jamshedpur Steelers officially sealed their semifinal spot in the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026 after defeating the Dhanbad Diamonds by 31 runs via the VJD Method at the JSCA International Stadium Complex. With this victory, the Steelers have become the third team to confirm a place in the knockout stage. After batting first, the Jamshedpur Steelers posted a formidable total of 220/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Player of the match, MD Kounain Quraishi spearheaded the batting assault, remaining unbeaten with a blazing 68* off just 31 balls. He received solid support from Niteen Kumar Pandey, who chipped in with a quickfire 34 off 21 balls, and Kumar Deobrat, who anchored a portion of the innings with 31 off 27 balls. Amid the batting onslaught, Shamshad Ahmad was the pick of the bowlers for the Dhanbad Diamonds, returning figures of 2/48 in his 4 overs, while Atul Singh Surwar (1/26) and Sushant Mishra (1/37) claimed a wicket each. A persistent spell of rain during the break forced a target revision, leaving the Dhanbad Diamonds with a challenging task of chasing 185 runs in 16 overs under the VJD Method. However, the Diamonds crumbled under the scoreboard pressure and could only manage 153/8 in their 16 overs. Amid the batting onslaught, Shamshad Ahmad was the pick of the bowlers for the Dhanbad Diamonds, returning figures of 2/48 in his 4 overs, while Atul Singh Surwar (1/26) and Sushant Mishra (1/37) claimed a wicket each. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Steelers' bowling unit was exceptional, led by disciplined spells from Aman Kumar Singh (2/13), Pratik Ranjan (2/17) and Anurag Singh Sengar (2/20), who picked up two wickets apiece to hand Jamshedpur a commanding victory. Article Source: IANS

Pakistan 'defeated ourselves' against Bangladesh - Wahab

Team mentor laments disastrous batting collapse after being 70 for 2 chasing 124

Dunkley, Kemp and Gibson star as England win three in three

Scotland could only manage 167 for 7 in a chase of 201 at Headingley

Tongue: England have missed Stokes in The Oval Test

England go into day five needing 281 runs to beat New Zealand with six wickets in hand

Rehan, Kelly centuries put Leicestershire in commanding position

Bottom-of-table club have first win of season in their sights against Yorkshire

WI-W vs SL-W Match 17 Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

WI-W vs SL-W Match 17, Cricket Tips :West Indies Women and Sri Lanka Women will be up against each other in the first game of the doubleheader on Sunday in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. This is match no. 17, which will be played at County Ground in Bristol, starting at 3 PM IST. Both teams are in a race for the semifinal and need two points from this game. West Indies have started with two consecutive wins. Their last game against Scotland was a close one, but they managed to cross the line. One more win and their qualification chances will skyrocket. Sri Lanka won their previous game against New Zealand, and another win here will set the tone for them. Also Read: Live Cricket Score WI-W vs SL-W: Match Details Date : June 21, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 3 PM IST Venue : County Ground, Bristol WI-W vs SL-W Live Streaming Details The live action of the WIW vs SLW game will be available on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the live action on the Jio Hotstar app or website. WI-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 29 West Indies Women : 20 Sri Lanka Women : 07 No - Result : 02 WI-W vs SL-W: Ground Pitch Report County Ground is known for offering good batting wickets. It offers good bounce and pace, where batters can use it to play big shots. The boundaries are also short, which makes it difficult for the bowling sides. The chasing has been a successful factor here in the shorter format. WI-W vs SL-W Possible XIs WI - W : Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Qiana Joseph, Hayley Matthews (c) Deandra Dottin, Stafanie Taylor, Jahzara Claxton, Jannillea Glasgow, Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack SL - W: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), Sugandika Kumari, Kawya Kavindi, Mithali Ayodhya, Nimasha Meepage WI-W vs SL-W Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Shemaine Campbelle and Chamari Athapaththu are two in-form batters for either side. Their teams will hope they provide them good starts. Probable Best Bowler Aaliyah Alleyne has been in wicket-taking form, and she is bowling a tight length to contain the batters. For Sri Lanka, Sugandika Kumari has been the pick of the bowlers, who has been impressive at different stages of the game. Today Match Prediction : Sri Lanka Women beat West Indies Women in the T20I series a month back. Hence, they will be confident heading into this game, and we back Sri Lanka to win this game in Bristol. WI-W vs SL-W Match 17 ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Today 2026 Match, WI-W vs SL-W 2026 Prediction, WI-W vs SL-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WI-W vs SL-W Matc Disclaimer : The predictions 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.

Bengal T20 League: Suraj Bags Hat-trick As Smashers Malda Set Up Final Against Rarh Tigers (Ld)

Bengal T20 League Season: Riding on a brilliant hat-trick by Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Sobisco Smashers Malda beat Servotech Siliguri Strikers by 11 runs in the second semifinal to set up a summit clash against Shrachi Rarh Tigers in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 in Kolkata on Saturday. In the first semifinal at the Eden Gardens on Saturday, Rarh Tigers outclassed Novus Royals Purulia by seven wickets in a one-sided match. In the second semifinal, Suraj claimed a hat-trick in the final over of the innings to help Malda seal a place in the final. Batting first, Malda posted 134 in 20 overs, thanks to Writam Porel (49). Ishan Porel (4-32) and Vishal Bhati (2-34) were the star bowlers for Siliguri Strikers. In reply, Siliguri Strikers fell short, scoring 123/9 in 20 overs. Suraj (3-30) and Prayas Ray Barman (2-22) were superb with the ball for Malda. Earlier, in the first semifinal, Royals Purulia lost wickets at regular intervals after being put into bat and were bundled out for 107 in 18.2 overs. Lokesh (48) and Mithilesh Das (23) were the pick of the batters. For Rarh Tigers, Rohit Kumar (4-24), Shahbaz Ahmed (2-31), and Sukhmeet Singh (2-7) were the star bowlers. In reply, Rarh Tigers went over the line comfortably, scoring 110/3 in 12.1 overs, thanks to Sumanta Gupta (47 not out off 31) and Shahbaz Ahmed (31 off 20). The Bengal T20 League is a franchise-based T20 cricket competition organised under the aegis of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Now in its third season, the league features eight city-based franchises representing the breadth of West Bengal - Adamas Howrah Warriors, Novus Royals Purulia, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Murshidabad Kings & Kueens, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Shrachi Rarh Tigers, and Sobisco Smashers Malda competing across men's and women's competitions. Men's matches are held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with women's matches at the JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata. Brief scores: The Bengal T20 League is a franchise-based T20 cricket competition organised under the aegis of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Now in its third season, the league features eight city-based franchises representing the breadth of West Bengal - Adamas Howrah Warriors, Novus Royals Purulia, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Murshidabad Kings & Kueens, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Shrachi Rarh Tigers, and Sobisco Smashers Malda competing across men's and women's competitions. Men's matches are held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with women's matches at the JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Novus Royals Purulia 107 all out (18.2 overs) lost to Shrachi Rarh Tigers110/3 (12.1 overs) by 7 wickets Article Source: IANS

Stokes smokes 95 for Durham to signal his form, but Northants take command

Ben Sanderson the pick as Durham's batting suffers either side of century stand with Rhodes

Gill toasts a top-order headache after Jaiswal's century

Jaiswal, Ishan Kishan and even Sai Sudharsan are in the running as India build to the 2027 World Cup

Bengal T20 League: Rarh Tigers Outclass Royals Purulia To Storm Into Men's Final

The Bengal T20 League: Riding on a dominant all-round performance, Shrachi Rarh Tigers outclassed Novus Royals Purulia by seven wickets in a one-sided first semifinal in the men's section and stormed into the final of Season 3 of the Bengal T20 League on Saturday. Put in to bat at the Eden Gardens, Royals Purulia lost wickets at regular intervals and were bundled out for 107 in 18.2 overs. Lokesh (48) and Mithilesh Das (23) were the pick of the batters for Purulia. For Rarh Tigers, Rohit Kumar starred with figures of 4/24, while Shahbaz Ahmed (2/31) and Sukhmeet Singh (2/7) provided excellent support with the ball. In reply, Rarh Tigers chased down the target comfortably, scoring 110/3 in just 12.1 overs. Sumanta Gupta anchored the innings with an unbeaten 47 off 31 balls, while Shahbaz played a brisk knock of 31 off 20 deliveries to keep the scoreboard moving. The duo stitched together a crucial partnership as Shrachi Rarh Tigers wrapped up the chase with ease and booked their place in the final in emphatic fashion. Servotech Siliguri Strikers will take on Sobisco Smashers Malda in the second semifinal. This is the marquee clash of the playoff stage; the tournament's leading run-scorer against the tournament's leading wicket-taker. Something has to give. The Bengal T20 League is a franchise-based T20 cricket competition organised under the aegis of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Now in its third season, the league features eight city-based franchises representing the breadth of West Bengal - Adamas Howrah Warriors, Novus Royals Purulia, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Murshidabad Kings & Kueens, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Shrachi Rarh Tigers, and Sobisco Smashers Malda competing across men's and women's competitions. Men's matches are held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with women's matches at the JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata. Servotech Siliguri Strikers will take on Sobisco Smashers Malda in the second semifinal. This is the marquee clash of the playoff stage; the tournament's leading run-scorer against the tournament's leading wicket-taker. Something has to give. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Novus Royals Purulia 107 (18.2 overs) lost to Shrachi Rarh Tigers 110/3 (12.1 overs) by 7 wickets Article Source: IANS

Aitchison, Haydon leave Lancashire in danger of innings defeat

Derbyshire need four more wickets to wrap up comfortable victory at Chesterfield

Bangladesh shock Pakistan and eliminate them from T20 World Cup

Nahida and Sanjida shared six wickets to help defend 123 after Shorna's cameo propelled Bangladesh

Warwickshire's batting finds form to leave Somerset up against it

Hain, Webster, Mousley all make half-centuries to secure useful first-innings lead

BAN vs AUS 3rd T20I: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

BAN vs AUS 3rd T20I , Cricket Tips :Australia took a little time to adjust to the conditions in Bangladesh and lost the ODI series. But since the third ODI, Australia have not let Bangladesh cross the line. After winning the third ODI, the visitors have grabbed two wins in the T20Is to win the series. Now, they will be aiming to make it 3-0 as they head into the final T20I on Sunday at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram, at 1:30 PM IST. The opening duo for Australia have struggled, but the rest of the batters are doing their job. Bangladesh have been inconsistent, but they need a strong comeback to end the tour with a win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score BAN vs AUS: Match Details Date : June 21, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 1:30 PM IST Venue : Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram BAN vs AUS: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the final T20I between Bangladesh and Australia on the FanCode mobile app or website. BAN vs AUS: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 13 Bangladesh : 04 Australia : 09 No - result : 00 BAN vs AUS: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Chattogram has been pretty even. There is something in it for everyone. Fast bowlers have had good assistance with the new ball, while spinners have had a good amount of turn from the wicket. The batting has been a little difficult, and the batting conditions in the second innings become tougher. BAN vs AUS: Possible XIs Bangladesh : Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy (c), Parvez Hossain (wk), Shamim Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Rishad Hossain, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Mustafizur Rahman Australia : Josh Inglis (wk), Mitch Marsh (c), Cooper Connolly, Matt Renshaw, Tim David, Joel Davies, Nikhil Chaudhary, Aaron Hardie, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa BAN vs AUS: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Matt Renshaw has adjusted these conditions pretty well and has been in good form. For Bangladehs, Tanzid Hasan Tamim can give explosive starts to the hosts and can change the game. Probable Best Bowler Adam Zampa has been the pick of the bowlers for Australia, who are getting good purchase from the wicket. For Bangladesh, Nasum Ahmed has been pretty economical with the ball. Today Match Prediction : Australia have been consistent and have responded well under pressure, whereas Bangladesh have struggled to maintain consistency. Hence, we predict Australia to win the final game. BAN vs AUS Match 3rd T20I, Today Match BAN vs AUS, BAN vs AUS Prediction, BAN vs AUS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Bangladesh vs Australia Match 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.

Abbott, Potgieter give Hampshire hope of rare season win

Seamer takes six-for to secure first-innings lead as Sussex's strong start is blown away

Scotland bowl, England pick Dunkely to replace injured Sciver-Brunt

Scotland made two changes with Sproul and Rainey stepping in for Lister and Slater

Hose, D'Oliveira show required grit in Worcestershire response

Hosts close to within 79 of Gloucs total, which was built around unbeaten 139 from Miles Hammond

Women's T20 WC: Shorna, Sanjida And Nahida Star As Bangladesh Beat Pakistan In Low-scoring Thriller

T20 World Cup: Left-arm spinners Sanjida Akter Meghla and Nahida Akter claimed three wickets apiece as Bangladesh scripted memorable fightbacks both with the bat and ball to hand Pakistan a 23-run defeat in a low-scoring thriller in a Group A clash in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. Bangladesh were reduced to 48/4 in the 10th over after electing to bat first. But skipper Nigar Sultana (36) and Shorna Akter (39 not out) struck crucial knocks to help them post a modest 123/6. Chasing 124, Pakistan raced to 41 for no loss and were cruising at 58/1 at the halfway stage with the experienced Muneeba Ali at the crease. Muneeba scored 25 from 30 balls while Gull Feroza made 23 from 18 balls to give Pakistan a good start. However, with Nigar Sulkata marshalling her bowlers superbly, Bangladesh launched a brilliant fightback, and Pakistan's innings unravelled as they lost six wickets in the space of 14 runs in just over five overs. They eventually ended with 100/8 in 20 overs, scripting a memorable victory with Sanjida Akter Meghla claiming 3-21 while fellow left-arm spinner Nahida Akter claimed 3-18 in four overs. This is Bangladesh's first win in two matches over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup and their fourth in a row over Fatima Sana's side. Bangladesh thus moved to four points from two matches while Pakistan have lost all three matches they have played so far. Earlier, Bangladesh looked in trouble as a brilliant bowling effort led by skipper Fatima Sana (2-18) and some superlative fielding effort helped Pakistan restrict them to a modest 123/6 in the must-win Group A clash. Skipper Fatima struck a double-blow in the second over as Bangladesh lost three wickets in the Power-play. However, captain Nigar Sultana (36 off 38, 5x4) and Shorna Akter (39 not out off 22, 5x4) produced fighting efforts that helped them reach 123 on a wicket on which the spinners ruled the roost despite there being no turn for them. After Nigar Sultana elected to bat first on what looks like a good batting wicket, the Pakistan bowlers applied early pressure and had their opponents in a spot of bother at 23/3 at the end of the Power-play, Fatima Sana started the carnage for Pakistan by claiming the wickets of Dilara Akter (5) and Sharmin Akhter (0) in the second and fifth ball of her first over, the second of the innings. Juairiya Ferdous (7) fell to Tasmia Rubab, and Bangladesh were in real trouble. Skipper Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary steadied the innings a bit with a 35-run partnership. But Mostary fell leg before wicket to Nashra Sundhu while the Bangladesh captain was caught by Saira Jabeen off Sadia Iqbal for 36 as their woes continued. A late flourish by Shorna Akter lifted Bangladesh to 123/6 as the experienced Shorna struck some fine shots at the back end of the innings, slamming 14 runs in the penultimate over. Shorna's knock has given Bangladesh bowlers a total to defend and a fighting chance in the match that they have to win to bounce back from a poor start in the tournament. Skipper Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary steadied the innings a bit with a 35-run partnership. But Mostary fell leg before wicket to Nashra Sundhu while the Bangladesh captain was caught by Saira Jabeen off Sadia Iqbal for 36 as their woes continued. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh 123/6 in 20 overs (Shorna Akter 39 not out, Nigar Sultana 36; Fatima Sana 2-18) beat Pakistan 100/8 in 20 overs (Muneeba Ali 25; Sanjida Akter Meghla 3-21, Nahida Akter 3-18) by 23 runs Article Source: IANS

Haynes hundred powers Nottinghamshire towards three-day win

Essex on the ropes by the close at Chelmsford after another batting malfunction

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Shubhang Hegde's All-round Show Helps Bengaluru Blasters Overcome Gulbarga Mystics By Six Wickets

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Bengaluru Blasters scored a thrilling six-wicket victory over Gulbarga Mystics in the opening match of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament in Mysore on Saturday. Batting first, Gulbarga posted a challenging 201/5 in their 20 overs with handsome contributions from Prakhar Chaturvedi (64, 38 balls, 6 fours, 4 sixes) and Aarav Mahesh (63, 41 balls, 6 fours and 3 sixes). A vital contribution by captain Manish Pandey (19) and a 12-ball 20 by Thippa Reddy boosted the total past 200. Shubhang Hegde and Shreevathsa Acharya claimed two wickets each for 44 and 36 runs respectively for Gulbarga. Chasing 202 for victory, Bengaluru Blasters started confidently with Bhuvan Mohan Raju and Rohan Patil adding 88 runs for the opening partnership in 7.1 overs. They rotated the strike with clever strokes and kept the target in check. Bhuvan Mohan Raju's 29-ball 56 (3 fours, 4 sixes, strike rate 193.10) in the end became the fulcrum on which Bangalore Blasters built their victory Though the Mystics bounced back with a couple of quick wickets to reduce the Blasters to 122 for three in 11.3 overs, the initial good work done by the openers worked in their favour as they eventually coasted to victory with the final delivery. Krishnan Shrijith and Shubhang Hegde were instrumental in the drive towards the target as they stitched together a decisive partnership after the fall of the openers. Krishnan Shrijith made a 15-ball 22 (3 fours) and Shubhang Hegde a 26-ball 36 (2 fours, 1 six) to lead Bengaluru Blasters to a comfortable victory, though the margin may convey a close clash. Praveen Dubey gave the contest the finishing touch with an amazing 17-ball 32 (2 fours, 1 six). Paras Gurbax Arya was the most successful bowler for Gulbarga with figures of 2 for 34, while Macneil Noronha and Dhruv Prabhakar claimed a wicket each for 27 and 29 runs respectively. Krishnan Shrijith made a 15-ball 22 (3 fours) and Shubhang Hegde a 26-ball 36 (2 fours, 1 six) to lead Bengaluru Blasters to a comfortable victory, though the margin may convey a close clash. Praveen Dubey gave the contest the finishing touch with an amazing 17-ball 32 (2 fours, 1 six). Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gulbarga Mystics 201/5 in 20 overs (Prakhar Chaturvedi 64, Aarav Mahesh 63; Shubhang Hegde 2-44, Shreevathsa Acharya 2-36) lost to Bengaluru Blasters 202/4 in 20 overs (Bhuvan Mohan Raju 56, Rohan Patil 31, Shubhang Hegde 36, Dubey 32 not out; Paras Gurbax Arya 2-34, Macneil Noronha 1-27, Dhruv Prabhakar 1-29) by by six wickets. Article Source: IANS

3rd ODI: We Ticked A Lot Of Boxes, Says Gill After India Complete 3-0 Sweep Of Afghanistan

MA Chidambaram Stadium: India captain Shubman Gill said a lot of the boxes were ticked after his side completed a 30 sweep of Afghanistan in the ODI series here on Saturday through a nine-wicket victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Indias dominant victory was set by Prasidh Krishnas 5-23 and Yashasvi Jaiswal's hitting an unbeaten 110. A lot of the boxes are ticked. We spoke about keeping the intensity in the middle overs and some of the things that we also spoke about was how can we keep creating those opportunities in the middle overs as a bowling unit and as a batting unit, how can we keep pushing for the extra runs in the middle overs and I think a lot of those boxes were ticked, said Gill at the conclusion of the game. On Prasidh picking his maiden five-wicket haul, Gill said, Definitely. I think the first spell bowled by Gurnoor (Brar) and Prasidh was outstanding. To see that kind of pace in those conditions was not easy. But I think they kept putting their effort and kept pushing. I mean, definitely you are tempted to give them that one extra over, but looking at the weather, I did ask them if they wanted to bowl that one extra over, but they were pretty exhausted. Indias next assignment is a three-match ODI series in England from July 14-19, and Gill, who also picked the Player of the Series award, said conditions there will be similar to what will be on offer in the 2027 ODI World Cup, to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Going to England, the conditions would be a little bit more similar to what we get in South Africa, not quite similar, but still close to that. So the kind of combination that we would be looking to play there, hopefully we have all the players fit and ready, it is going to be another great series for us. Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi, who struck a fighting 102, lamented the loss of early wickets. I think today, at the first 10 overs, I think they bowled well, but we lost wickets that put us under pressure. After that, Azmat and I had a good partnership, but again, we didn't finish well in the batting because after that partnership, we lost backtoback wickets. That's why we fell short while scoring runs. After a long, I think, 95 games, I scored my first 100. I feel good, and Inshallah, I will try my best to, from today, to do it again and again for my country. And yeah, it was so hot, and I was feeling cramping. I'm feeling good now. He also said they will learn a lot from the mistakes committed in the ODI series defeat to India. I think we have talented guys, but when it comes to India, playing in India is a tough side, and we will learn. We were not good. We will learn from that. Moving forward, I think we are a quality side, but we were away from ODI cricket because last year we played Bangladesh eight months ago. So we play Ireland next, and in the three games, we were lacking, we will work on that, and yeah, the coach is also new, and we will try to work together as a team. Prasidh, who returned with figures of 5-23 and picked the Player of the Match award, said his homework in the run-up to the clash was a really good one. Ice bath's the only thing remaining now, so my body feels good. Bit of a break after the innings, but good to see the way the batsmen batted. I'm really, really happy for the team. I think it's just that kind of hit the length that, as a team, whatever we discussed, what the tactic is, just trying to do that a lot more, and also preparationwise. You just sit back and think about what the games have been like, what you actually want to do, spend more time thinking about it, and it's just the homework, I would say, that has been really good. Prasidh, who returned with figures of 5-23 and picked the Player of the Match award, said his homework in the run-up to the clash was a really good one. Ice bath's the only thing remaining now, so my body feels good. Bit of a break after the innings, but good to see the way the batsmen batted. I'm really, really happy for the team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score You always push each other to do better, and I think that's paid off. Yeah, I did get that thought for a bit, but then I told myself I've still got a lot of the game to go. But then I came back in, and I saw, look, four-five wickets, I am definitely happier with the five, but if I hadn't got it, I'm sure we'd still end up on the winning side. So I'm happy with that. Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: Pakistan Restrict Bangladesh To 123/6 Despite Shorna's Late Blast

T20 World Cup: A brilliant bowling effort led by skipper Fatima Sana (2-18) and some superlative fielding effort helped Pakistan restrict Bangladesh to a below-par 123/6 in a must-win Group A clash in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. Skipper Fatima Sana, who claimed a three-fer and scored a half-century in their previous match, struck a double-blow in the second over as Bangladesh took three wickets in the Power-play from which they did not recover despite fighting efforts by captain Nigar Sultana (36 off 38, 5x4) and Shorna Akter (39 not out off 22, 5x4), and managed only a modest total. After Nigar Sultana elected to bat first on what looks like a good batting wicket, the Pakistan bowlers applied early pressure and had their opponents in a spot of bother at 23/3 at the end of the Power-play, Fatima Sana started the carnage for Pakistan by claiming the wickets of Dilara Akter (5) and Sharmin Akhter (0) in the second and fifth ball of her first over, the second of the innings. Juairiya Ferdous (7) fell to Tasmia Rubab, and Bangladesh were in real trouble. Skipper Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary steadied the innings a bit with a 35-run partnership. But Mostary fell leg before wicket to Nashra Sundhu while the Bangladesh captain was caught by Saira Jabeen off Sadia Iqbal for 36 as their woes continued. A late flourish by Shorna Akter lifted Bangladesh to 123/6 as the experienced Shorna struck some fine shots at the back end of the innings, slamming 14 runs in the penultimate over. Shorna's knock has given Bangladesh bowlers a total to defend and a fighting chance in the match that they have to win to bounce back from a poor start in the tournament. Both Pakistan and Bangladesh have lost their opening matches in the tournament and need to win this match to maintain their chances of progressing to the next stage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. A late flourish by Shorna Akter lifted Bangladesh to 123/6 as the experienced Shorna struck some fine shots at the back end of the innings, slamming 14 runs in the penultimate over. Shorna's knock has given Bangladesh bowlers a total to defend and a fighting chance in the match that they have to win to bounce back from a poor start in the tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bangladesh 123/6 in 20 overs (Shorna Akter 39 not out, Nigar Sultana 36; Fatima Sana 2-18) against Pakistan. Article Source: IANS

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Century, Prasidh Krishna's Five-For Help India Complete 3-0 Sweep Over Afghanistan

Fast bowler Prasidh Krishnas maiden fivewicket haul and Yashasvi Jaiswals fluent unbeaten century powered India to a commanding nine-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the third ODI and sealed a 30 series sweep at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Prasidhs sensational figures of 5-23 in nine overs, including taking four scalps in the power-play with his pace, bounce, and swing, helped India bowl out Afghanistan for 218 in 44.2 overs, despite skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi hitting 102 his first ODI century. In reply, Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma, who hit 79, shared a 170-run opening partnership, with five of them being penalty runs. Jaiswal then marched forward to hit an unbeaten 110 off 86 balls, with his second ODI ton in three innings laced with 14 boundaries and three sixes, as India wrapped up the chase with 128 balls remaining. The win also meant India got its first series victory under Shubman Gill as ODI captain. India began positively as Rohit and Jaiswal negotiated the early movement and found boundaries through crisp drives and cuts to reach 42 without loss at the end of the fifth over. Jaiswal pressed on the accelerator pedal by hitting a flurry of boundaries off Fareed Ahmad in the seventh over. More strike rotation and boundaries ensured that India reached 86 without loss at the end of the Power-play. With Afghanistan not posing many questions, Jaiswal and Rohit continued to press, with the former reaching his fifty off 38 balls in the 11th over with a confident drive to longoff. Rohit, too, found rhythm and brought up his own fifty off 47 balls in the 16th over. Afghanistan introduced spinners Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi to stem the flow, but Rohit and Jaiswal rotated strike and punished loose balls, despite a mix-up almost ending in a run-out. Jaiswals timing and placement were particularly impressive, while Rohit provided the customary support at the other end after enduring a scratchy start. Nabi struck in the 23rd over by removing Rohit for a wellmade 79 after he pulled to deep mid-wicket. It brought Shreyas Iyer to the crease, even as Jaiswal continued to dominate. With the required rate negligible, Jaiswal and Iyer rotated the strike and punished anything short. Afghanistans bowlers toiled hard for breakthroughs, but fielding lapses and misfields cost them. As the finish loomed, Jaiswal shifted gears and got his century off 83 balls with a fantastic inside-out drive over extra cover off Nabi, before sweeping and lofting the final delivery over longon to end the chase in emphatic fashion. Previously, Prasidhs sharp newball burst and a stubborn hundred from Hashmatullah Shahidi dominated the hot afternoon at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Put into bowling first by Afghanistan, Prasidh tore through the Afghanistan top order with raw pace, bounce, and late movement to collect four wickets for just six runs and later returned to dismiss Shahidi with a short, angled delivery that was pulled flat to deep mid-wicket to complete his maiden fivefor. Afghanistans innings had threatened to end quickly after they slumped to 36/4, but Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai mounted a determined recovery. The pair added 105 runs for the fifth wicket, with Omarzai hitting an enterprising fifty off 56 balls before falling to Prince Yadav. Shahidi, battling cramps and discomfort, dug in to compile a gritty 102 - a 128ball hundred that underlined his resolve even as physical issues hampered his running between the wickets. But Afghanistans lower order folded in a heap, losing five wickets for 20 runs as India applied pressure through a combination of sharp bowling and fielding. Afghanistans innings had threatened to end quickly after they slumped to 36/4, but Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai mounted a determined recovery. The pair added 105 runs for the fifth wicket, with Omarzai hitting an enterprising fifty off 56 balls before falling to Prince Yadav. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Afghanistan 218 in 44.2 overs (Hashmatullah Shahidi 102, Azmatullah Omarzai 50; Prasidh Krishna 5-23, Harsh Dubey 1-38) lost to India 224/1 in 28.4 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 110 not out, Rohit Sharma 79; Mohammad Nabi 1-47) by nine wickets Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: 'Netherlands Played Really Well,' Says Molineux After Australia's Dominant Win

T20 World Cup: Australia captain Sophie Molineux praised the Netherlands for their fighting display despite her side cruising to a 98-run victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, saying the Dutch batters made life difficult for the defending champions after they had posted a daunting total. Australia continued their unbeaten run in the tournament with a commanding performance at the Rose Bowl, piling up 219/6 before restricting the Netherlands to 121/3. Beth Mooney starred with the bat, smashing 74 off 42 deliveries to earn the Player of the Match award, while Ashleigh Gardner chipped in with a rapid 58 from 32 balls as Australia registered one of the highest totals of the competition. Despite the one-sided result, Molineux reserved special praise for the Dutch side, particularly Sterre Kalis and captain Babette de Leede, whose unbeaten partnership frustrated Australia's bowlers during the chase. It was a good win. I thought the Netherlands played really well, especially Sterre, but we just couldn't get a wicket. So full credit to them. They played really well, but I was really pleased that we could make a big score, and yeah, it was really enjoyable to be out here and play against them, Molineux said after the match. After racing to a massive total, Australia looked set to wrap up the chase quickly but found it difficult to break through as De Leede and Kalis dug in to guide the Netherlands past the 100-run mark and ensure they batted out their full quota of overs. Molineux said Australia's wealth of bowling resources remains one of the team's greatest strengths, even if they were unable to find a breakthrough for long periods against the resilient Dutch pair. After racing to a massive total, Australia looked set to wrap up the chase quickly but found it difficult to break through as De Leede and Kalis dug in to guide the Netherlands past the 100-run mark and ensure they batted out their full quota of overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think the beauty of having a lot of different options is you can sort of cycle through them and see what works, she added. Article Source: IANS

3rd ODI: Prasidhs Five-for, Jaiswals Century Propel India To 3-0 Sweep Against Afghanistan

MA Chidambaram Stadium: Fast bowler Prasidh Krishnas maiden fivewicket haul and Yashasvi Jaiswals fluent unbeaten century powered India to a commanding nine-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the third ODI and sealed a 30 series sweep at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. Prasidhs sensational figures of 5-23 in nine overs, including taking four scalps in the Power-play with his pace, bounce, and swing, helped India bowl out Afghanistan for 218 in 44.2 overs, despite skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi hitting 102 his first ODI century. In reply, Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma, who hit 79, shared a 170-run opening partnership, with five of them being penalty runs. Jaiswal then marched forward to hit an unbeaten 110 off 86 balls, hitting his second ODI ton in three innings, laced with 14 boundaries and three sixes, as India wrapped up the chase with 128 balls remaining. The win also meant India got their first series victory under Shubman Gill as ODI captain. India began positively as Rohit and Jaiswal negotiated the early movement and found boundaries through crisp drives and cuts to reach 42 without loss at the end of the fifth over. Jaiswal pressed on the accelerator pedal by hitting a flurry of boundaries off Fareed Ahmad in the seventh over. More strike rotation and boundaries ensured that India reached 86 without loss at the end of the Power-play. With Afghanistan not posing many questions, Jaiswal and Rohit continued to press, with the former reaching his fifty off 38 balls in the 11th over with a confident drive to longoff. Rohit, too, found rhythm and brought up his own fifty off 47 balls in the 16th over. Afghanistan introduced spinners Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi to stem the flow, but Rohit and Jaiswal rotated strike and punished loose balls, despite a mix-up almost ending in a run-out. Jaiswals timing and placement were particularly impressive, while Rohit provided the customary support at the other end after enduring a scratchy start. Nabi struck in the 23rd over by removing Rohit for a wellmade 79 after he pulled to deep mid-wicket. It brought Shreyas Iyer to the crease, even as Jaiswal continued to dominate. With the required rate negligible, Jaiswal and Iyer rotated the strike and punished anything short. Afghanistans bowlers toiled hard for breakthroughs, but fielding lapses and misfields cost them. As the finish loomed, Jaiswal shifted gears and got his century off 83 balls with a fantastic inside-out drive over extra cover off Nabi, before sweeping and lofting the final delivery over longon to end the chase in emphatic fashion. Nabi struck in the 23rd over by removing Rohit for a wellmade 79 after he pulled to deep mid-wicket. It brought Shreyas Iyer to the crease, even as Jaiswal continued to dominate. With the required rate negligible, Jaiswal and Iyer rotated the strike and punished anything short. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Afghanistan 218all out in 44.2 overs (Hashmatullah Shahidi 102, Azmatullah Omarzai 50; Prasidh Krishna 5-23, Harsh Dubey 1-38) lost to India 224/1 in 28.4 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 110 not out, Rohit Sharma 79; Mohammad Nabi 1-47) by nine wickets Article Source: IANS

Playing Australia At A World Cup Is Incredible, Says Babette De Leede After The Netherlands' Defeat To Australia

Babette De Leede: Netherlands captain Babette de Leede described her side's Women's T20 World Cup clash against Australia as a massive moment for Dutch cricket despite suffering a 98-run defeat to the six-time champions. Australia piled up an imposing 219/6 after being put in to bat, with Beth Mooney leading the charge with a brilliant 74 off 42 balls and Ashleigh Gardner hammering 58 from 32 deliveries. The six-time champions then restricted the Netherlands to 121/3, although the Dutch side earned praise for their spirited batting display. For De Leede, the match carried added significance as she and teammate Robine Rijke both celebrated their 100th T20 International appearances. I think this is a massive moment for us as a team, and also for me personally. Together with Robine Rijke, we played our 100th T20I against the best team in the world at a World Cup. It doesn't get much better than this, De Leede said after the match. The Netherlands captain led from the front with an unbeaten half-century while sharing a resilient partnership with Sterre Kalis as the Dutch side avoided a collapse against one of the strongest bowling attacks in world cricket. De Leede said facing a team of Australia's calibre was an invaluable learning experience for her side as they continue to develop on the international stage. It's a massive opportunity for us. I think Australia is a quality team. Just to be able to play against them, learn from them, and see how they go about their innings is incredible, she said. Australia's innings showcased the depth and power that have made them the dominant force in women's cricket, with Mooney and Gardner setting the tone before the bowlers kept the Netherlands under pressure despite the resistance from De Leede and Kalis. The Dutch skipper also acknowledged the strong support her team received from fans in Southampton, many of whom turned out in orange to cheer on the Associate nation. Australia's innings showcased the depth and power that have made them the dominant force in women's cricket, with Mooney and Gardner setting the tone before the bowlers kept the Netherlands under pressure despite the resistance from De Leede and Kalis. Also Read: Live Cricket Score While the result strengthened Australia's position at the top of Group 1, the Netherlands left the contest with valuable experience and several positives to build on, particularly their determination with the bat against the tournament favourites. Article Source: IANS

No Injury Is Easy, But This One Has Hit The Hardest, Says Shreyanka After Being Ruled Out Of T20 WC

T20 World Cup: India offspin bowling allrounder Shreyanka Patil admitted her latest injury setback has been the hardest to take after a right ankle injury led to her being ruled out of the remainder of the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup. During India's Group A clash against the Netherlands at Headingley on Wednesday, Shreyanka was stretchered off the field after twisting her right ankle on the first ball of the sixth over of the Netherlands' innings. Shreyanka had just come in to bowl and chased a ball towards midon, but went down on the field after twisting her right ankle. She immediately clutched her ankle and winced in pain, with teammates and physio rushing to her aid. Well, not every dream comes true. No injury is easy, but this one has hit the hardest. But in these last couple of days, I have been overwhelmed by the love I have received. I have seen so many messages, so many edits, and reels, and I truly appreciate them all. I know I have enough of you wishing well for me to get through this as well. Not every dream comes true, but I'm not going to stop dreaming! And like I said last year, heartbroken, but I will fly again, wrote Shreyanka on her social media accounts on Saturday. Shreyanka had made a comeback to international cricket from a long injury layoff earlier this year, and had featured in Indias win against Pakistan at Edgbaston, where she finished with 0-17 from three overs and took a breathtaking catch. Shreyankas absence is a major blow to India, given her effectiveness against lefthanders and her good record of bowling in the death overs. She had been one of the standout performers in the Womens Premier League (WPL), where her economy and strike rate in crunch situations made her a key asset for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Shreyanka had made a comeback to international cricket from a long injury layoff earlier this year, and had featured in Indias win against Pakistan at Edgbaston, where she finished with 0-17 from three overs and took a breathtaking catch. Also Read: Live Cricket Score While Prema offers variety, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Radha Yadav remains another candidate to fill in the third spinner slot. The Indian team management may also consider tweaks to the pace bowling attack to cover up for the matchups Shreyanka specialised in executing seamlessly. Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: 'Did My Job Pretty Well Today,' Says Mooney After Match-winning 74 Against Netherlands

T20 World Cup: Australia opener Beth Mooney brushed aside concerns over the back issue that forced her to retire hurt and said she was pleased to have played her role in Australia's commanding 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the Women's T20 World Cup at the Rose Bowl on Saturday. Mooney was named Player of the Match after scoring a brilliant 74 off 42 balls, helping Australia post a record-equalling 219/6 before restricting the Netherlands to 121/3 to register their third consecutive win of the tournament. The left-hander retired hurt after the 14th over following what appeared to be discomfort in her back, but she assured that the issue was not serious. Yeah, Im all good. Just, probably, just not used to all the bus travel weve been doing that leads to Southampton trips, pretty long ones. So I look forward to that again tomorrow, Mooney said with a smile after receiving the Player of the Match award. Mooney once again provided Australia with a strong platform at the top of the order. After Georgia Voll gave Australia an aggressive start with 17 off nine balls, Mooney took charge of the innings and kept the scoreboard moving at a rapid pace. She struck nine fours and a six during her innings and shared two crucial partnerships that laid the foundation for Australia's massive total. First, she combined with Voll to give Australia early momentum before adding a match-defining stand with Ashleigh Gardner. Gardner, returning to the side after missing Australia's previous match, smashed 58 off 32 deliveries as the pair dominated the Netherlands bowling attack during the middle overs. Reflecting on her innings, Mooney said her primary responsibility as an opener was to set up the innings and score runs for the team. Gardner, returning to the side after missing Australia's previous match, smashed 58 off 32 deliveries as the pair dominated the Netherlands bowling attack during the middle overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia's batting effort was further strengthened by Georgia Wareham's explosive 41 off 18 balls and a late cameo from Annabel Sutherland as the six-time champions matched England's tournament-record score of 219. Article Source: IANS

Pressure Brings Out The Best In Me, Says Ujjain Falcons All-rounder Madhav Tiwari

Madhya Pradesh League: Ujjain Falcons seam-bowling all-rounder Madhav Tiwari says it is in the tightest moments of a game that his game truly comes alive, while crediting a single-minded focus on winning for the team rather than personal milestones for his consistent performances in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026. Reflecting on his all-round show in the side beating Indore Pink Panthers, where he picked 3-22 and hit a valuable 31 off 34 balls, Tiwari put it down to a competitive streak in him that refuses to be satisfied. If I want to speak personally, I would have taken one more wicket. Every cricketer has a little bit of greed, as we want to do as well as they can. If I had finished in the batting and remained not out, then I would have been a little more satisfied, obviously. But at the end, the team won, and it's very nice, he said in an exclusive conversation with IANS on Saturday. Asked what allows him to thrive when games are on a knife-edge, Tiwari stated it boils down to keeping the team's result above everything else. I don't know when the situation is tough or challenging. Either my brain works very well there, or I don't know much, because when I play cricket, I have only one priority - how to get my team a win? So the pressure situation obviously triggers me a lot like how can I get my team out of here? I need that thing very badly, and I think that in those particular pressure situations, maybe my brain works well. In all, I would like to say that the brain works well. Skills, obviously, like I've been playing cricket for like 8-9 years now. So the skills part is going well and will continue to improve. But it's all mental when you are in a pressure situation and how badly you want to perform for your team, he said. Tiwari, who hails from Mauganj in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district and has been part of the Delhi Capitals set-up in the IPL for the last two seasons, said the experience of being in the franchise and sharing the dressing room with the likes of Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Tristan Stubbs, Mitchell Starc, and David Miller has hugely influenced his approach towards the game. In IPL 2026, Tiwari had a breakthrough time by taking out Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Shubham Dubey, Priyansh Arya, and Cooper Connolly with his seam bowling skills and even hit a valuable cameo of 18 not out off eight balls to give DC a win over Punjab Kings in Dharamshala, thus earning him the Player of the Match award. It has been very, very helpful. I think I would like to say that as a cricketer, I focus on improving every year, and whether I am better this year than last year. When I came here from this IPL, I learnt a lot from my senior players. I had long conversations with them and with the coaches who have a lot of experience. I learnt a lot from them, and it was like, okay, I didn't get a lot of opportunities there, but I will try to implement that in MPL. I will try to become more consistent. So those things helped me a lot, he said. On juggling both bowling and batting responsibilities, with his 'I am a 100% batter and 100% bowler' comment from IPL 2026 still fresh in the memory, Tiwari admitted the responsibilities as an all-rounder are demanding, but it gives him more than one way to influence a matchs outcome. Managing it happens because there is a lot of hard work. But there are a lot of results and benefits. Obviously, I also want to say that I want to contribute 100 percent in my fielding. So it happens that there is a lot of hard work, but sometimes you don't have a good day of batting. But you can make a comeback and make your team win with your bowling. If you don't have a day in bowling, you can make your team win with your batting. So I think it's more or less just an excuse to make your team win at the end of the day, he said. The all-rounder also pointed to his fitness regimen as central to sustaining his game across formats and roles. Obviously, it is helping a lot. As an all-rounder, your life revolves around working on your skills, and then you just focus on how to do recovery. If you look at it, your whole day is spent on it. You have to do well, you have to recover, and you have to mentally be less affected. You don't have to think too much. So I think the more you stay mentally free, and the more you know what to do in a particular session, and then you work on those things, so I think it goes hand in hand, he said. Tiwari, who earned his Delhi Capitals contract on the back of his MPL performances, recalled how seriously he took the league from the very start. I think there is a lot of happiness. I had a gut feeling when I played at the MPL for the first time and realised how important this platform is. I took it very seriously. I was waiting for a call from the franchise for the trials. Then the Delhi Capitals called me for the trials. On going there, it was very intimidating to see everyone. Obviously, they must have called all the best players in India for the trials. You have to be selected and go through them. In the beginning, it felt like a few hours or minutes. It was just that now that I have come here, I have to be selected. This was in my mind, and luckily, I was selected in my first year and was very fortunate for it, he said. With Ujjain Falcons facing long odds of a play-offs berth, Tiwari signed off by saying the focus has shifted to finishing the season strongly. Our last match is still left to play. We were not lucky enough and missed crucial moments in some matches, and lost games. It is very tough for us to get qualified. You have to be selected and go through them. In the beginning, it felt like a few hours or minutes. It was just that now that I have come here, I have to be selected. This was in my mind, and luckily, I was selected in my first year and was very fortunate for it, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: Bangladesh Elect To Bat Against Pakistan In Must-win Clash

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bat against Pakistan first in a must-win Group A match in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. Both teams have had a poor start in the tournament and will be hoping to bounce back into the reckoning. Bangladesh Women's captain Nigar Sultana Joty said they will try to post a big score. She said the WC is a bit hectic, but they are trying to adjust. She further says that they had a lot of fun on their bus while coming, and ends by mentioning the changes on their side. Looking at the first game, we want to put some runs on the board, said Nigar Sultana. It's a very hectic schedule, and we are not getting time to adapt. We want to put up a good score. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana said that though it looks like a batting pitch, they are keen to restrict Bangladesh to below 150. We need to be more disciplined in the field, said Fatima, who was non-committal on whether she would bat higher in the order in this match after scoring a fifty and claiming three wickets in their previous match. Though Pakistan hold an overall advantage in the head-to-head series by winning 16 of their 20 clashes, Bangladesh has scored three wins in their last four matches, which gives them hope of causing an upset on Saturday. Playing XIs: Though Pakistan hold an overall advantage in the head-to-head series by winning 16 of their 20 clashes, Bangladesh has scored three wins in their last four matches, which gives them hope of causing an upset on Saturday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Pakistan: Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali (WK), Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Saira Jabeen, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana (C), Tuba Hassan, Tasmia Rubab, Nashra Sundhu, Sadia Iqbal. Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: Mooney, Gardner Shine As Australia Beat Netherlands By 98 Runs

T20 World Cup: Beth Mooney and Ashleigh Gardner starred with the bat before Kim Garth led a disciplined bowling performance as Australia defeated the Netherlands by 98 runs in the Women's T20 World Cup at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. After posting a record-equalling 219/6 in their 20 overs, Australia restricted the Netherlands to 121/3 to register their third victory of the tournament and strengthen their position in the competition. Chasing a daunting target of 220, the Netherlands needed a strong start, but Australia's bowlers ensured that never happened. Tournament debutant Lucy Hamilton began with a tidy opening over, conceding just two runs and immediately creating pressure on the Dutch batters. The pressure paid off in the very next over when Kim Garth struck with her second delivery. Phebe Molkenboer edged behind as the Netherlands suffered an early setback in the huge chase. Heather Siegers attempted to counterattack and struck a boundary in the third over, but Australia's disciplined bowling did not allow her to settle. Garth struck again soon after, trapping Siegers in front of the stumps for nine off 15 balls to leave the Netherlands struggling at 16/2. With two wickets down early, captain Babette de Leede and Sterre Kalis focused on rebuilding the innings. The pair adopted a cautious approach and concentrated on rotating the strike rather than taking risks. Their partnership helped the Netherlands reach 28/2 at the end of the Power-play. As the innings progressed, De Leede tried to increase the scoring rate with a few boundaries, but Australia's bowlers maintained tight lines and lengths. The required run rate continued to climb, making the task increasingly difficult for the Dutch side. Kalis supported her captain well and found boundaries at regular intervals. However, Australia kept the pressure on by denying easy scoring opportunities, forcing the batters to work hard for every run. The partnership steadily grew and ensured the Netherlands avoided a batting collapse. The team crossed the 100-run mark in the 16th over, but by then the chase was effectively out of reach, with more than 100 runs still required from the final four overs. De Leede brought up her half-century in the 18th over, reaching the milestone from 47 deliveries. The Netherlands captain played a composed and responsible innings, remaining unbeaten on 56. Her knock included five boundaries. Kalis also made a valuable contribution and looked set to finish the innings unbeaten alongside her captain. However, Australia finally broke the 96-run stand in the final over when Annabel Sutherland produced an excellent delivery to bowl Kalis for 44 off 43 balls. Her innings included five fours and a six. The Netherlands eventually finished on 121/3, well short of the target, as Australia completed a comfortable 98-run victory. Earlier, Australia's batters had produced a dominant display after being sent in to bat. Openers Beth Mooney and Georgia Voll gave the six-time champions a flying start, putting pressure on the Netherlands attack from the opening overs. Although Iris Zwilling removed Voll for 17 and Ellyse Perry departed cheaply for one, Australia continued to score at a rapid pace. Mooney anchored the innings brilliantly and combined with returning all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner in a match-defining partnership. The duo attacked the Dutch bowlers from both ends, keeping the scoreboard moving throughout the middle overs. Mooney reached her half-century from just 30 balls and eventually retired hurt after scoring a superb 74 off 42 deliveries, an innings that included nine fours and a six. Gardner was equally impressive on her return to the side, smashing 58 off only 32 balls with eight fours and one six. The pair's aggressive batting laid the foundation for a massive total. After their departures, Georgia Wareham continued the assault with a blistering 41 from just 18 balls, striking eight boundaries. Annabel Sutherland then added 11 off six deliveries to provide the finishing touches. Australia finished on 219/6, equalling England's Women's T20 World Cup record score set earlier in the tournament against Sri Lanka and registering their highest-ever total in the competition. For the Netherlands, Iris Zwilling was the pick of the bowlers with three wickets, while Caroline de Lange claimed two. However, Australia's powerful batting line-up proved too strong on the day. Kim Garth was the standout performer with the ball for Australia, taking two crucial early wickets, while Sutherland picked up one wicket as the defending champions completed an emphatic all-round performance. For the Netherlands, Iris Zwilling was the pick of the bowlers with three wickets, while Caroline de Lange claimed two. However, Australia's powerful batting line-up proved too strong on the day. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia 219/6 in 20 overs (Beth Mooney 74, Ashleigh Gardner 58, Georgia Wareham 41; Iris Zwilling 3-52, Caroline de Lange 2-39) beat Netherlands 121/3 in 20 overs (Babette de Leede 56*, Sterre Kalis 44; Kim Garth 2-20, Annabel Sutherland 1-23) by 98 runs. Article Source: IANS

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3rd ODI: Really Happy To Be Coming In On A Hot Day, Bowling Well And Helping The Team, Says Prasidh

MA Chidambaram Stadium: India pacer Prasidh Krishna said he was really happy to be coming in on a hot day, bowling well, and helping the team after picking his maiden fivewicket haul in the third ODI against Afghanistan here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Prasidhs sharp newball burst, where he found swing, seam, and extra bounce, reduced Afghanistan to 36/4 in the first ten overs, before Hashmatullah Shahidi (102) and Azmatullah Omarzai (50) rebuilt with a 105run stand. The visitors eventually folded for 218, losing their last five wickets for just 20 runs, as Prasidh took out Shahidi to end up with 5-23. I've got it in my pocket right now, but really happy to be coming in on a hot day, bowling that well, helping the team, so pretty happy now, said Prasidh in a mid-innings chat with the broadcasters. It was a spell to remember for Prasidh as he joined the likes of Manoj Prabhakar and Mohammed Shami as Indian bowlers to dismiss each of the oppositions top five in an ODI. His figures also entered the record books as the best by any bowler in ODIs at Chennai, surpassing West Indies pacer Ravi Rampauls 5-51 in 2011. I've got it in my pocket right now, but really happy to be coming in on a hot day, bowling that well, helping the team, so pretty happy now, said Prasidh in a mid-innings chat with the broadcasters. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The rightarm quick also admitted the conditions at Chepauk were draining. No, honestly, I was really, really tired. It was pretty hot, but no complaints. I did end up bowling the fifth one, got the fourth wicket there. But the more important thing for us is to turn up on a hot day to put out that performance on the field, really good. Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: 'It Was Nice To Spend Time In The Middle,' Says Gardner After Blazing Fifty Vs Netherlands

T20 World Cup: Ashleigh Gardner said she was pleased to make the most of her return to Australias playing XI after scoring a quickfire 58 off 32 balls in their record-equalling Womens T20 World Cup total against the Netherlands at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. Gardner, who missed Australias previous match after suffering an ankle injury, played a key role in helping the six-time champions post 219/6, matching the highest total in Womens T20 World Cup history. She shared a match-defining partnership with Beth Mooney, who top-scored with 74 before retiring hurt. Its always nice to be able to spend some time out in the middle. I felt like it was a bit of a missed opportunity in that first game, and then obviously missed the second game. So, yeah, plenty of time to spend out in the middle, and had a really good partnership with Beth Mooney, which is really nice, Gardner said after the innings. The all-rounder also provided an update on her fitness, brushing aside concerns over the ankle problem that kept her out of Australias previous fixture. Ankles good. Very much strapped. Yeah, it was just a bit of an accident, walking at least. But yeah, we dont need to talk too much about it, she said. Gardner revealed that Australias approach against a relatively unfamiliar Netherlands attack was to remain simple and react to each ball on its merits. She credited Mooneys experience for helping maintain clarity during their aggressive stand. We obviously dont know the Dutch girls that well, so its basically taking every ball as it comes, making sure that were not overthinking the scenario. And I guess being able to talk with Beth Mooney out there, shes got so much experience, and we kind of just said to reset every ball. And if a ball was in our area, just making sure that we were fully committed to it. So yeah, it was nice to be able to have a big partnership, put our team in a really good position, and then obviously seeing what Georgia Wareham can do at the end and absolutely hit the ball everywhere. So yeah, it was a really nice time to be out in the middle, she added. Australias total was further boosted by Georgia Warehams explosive 41 off just 18 balls, while Annabel Sutherland added a late cameo as the defending champions finished with a daunting score on the board. Gardner believes Australias bowlers are well equipped to defend the massive total and backed both the pace and spin departments to finish the job. Australias total was further boosted by Georgia Warehams explosive 41 off just 18 balls, while Annabel Sutherland added a late cameo as the defending champions finished with a daunting score on the board. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia will now look to complete a dominant all-round performance as they seek to maintain their unbeaten start to the tournament. Article Source: IANS

Mitchell fifty guides New Zealand's lead past 400

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3rd ODI: Prasidh Picks Maiden Five-wicket Haul As India Bowl Out Afghanistan For 218 Despite Shahidis 102

MA Chidambaram Stadium: Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna claimed his maiden fivewicket haul in ODIs as India bowled out Afghanistan for 218 in the third and final match of the series here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday, despite a fighting maiden century from skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi. India struck early after Afghanistan elected to bat first by reducing the visitors to 36/4 inside the first ten overs. Prasidh was the chief destroyer with the new ball by using pace, bounce, and swing to wipe out the top order of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, and Darwish Rasooli with figures of 4-6 in his first five overs. The collapse left Afghanistan reeling and in danger of a low total, but Shahidi found an able ally in all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai. The pair stitched together a 105run stand for the fifth wicket. Omarzai played positively for his 50 off 56 balls, striking five fours and two sixes, before falling to Prince Yadav. Shahidi, battling cramps and receiving repeated warnings for running in the danger area, which in turn gave India five penalty runs, carried on with immense determination. He reached his maiden ODI hundred in the 44th over, cutting Washington Sundar late to the boundary before raising his arms and performing a sajda in celebration. Shahidis knock of 102 off 131 balls included 13 fours and a six, apart from sharing a 57-run stand with Mohammad Nabi, before becoming Prasidhs fifth victim of the match by pulling to deep mid-wicket. Shahidi, battling cramps and receiving repeated warnings for running in the danger area, which in turn gave India five penalty runs, carried on with immense determination. He reached his maiden ODI hundred in the 44th over, cutting Washington Sundar late to the boundary before raising his arms and performing a sajda in celebration. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Afghanistan 218 in 44.2 overs (Hashmatullah Shahidi 102, Azmatullah Omarzai 50; Prasidh Krishna 5-23, Harsh Dubey 1-38) against India Article Source: IANS

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Womens T20 WC: When And Where To Watch SA Vs IND, Know All Details

T20 World Cup: South Africa and India have built one of the more compelling rivalries in women's cricket over recent years, and another chapter will be written on Sunday when the two sides collide in a high-stakes Group 1 encounter at Old Trafford in Manchester. Although both nations have appeared in every edition of the Women's T20 World Cup, this will surprisingly be their first meeting in the tournament itself. The timing could hardly be more significant, with the group delicately poised after the opening rounds. India have enjoyed a flawless start under Harmanpreet Kaur, collecting convincing victories in their opening two fixtures to establish themselves among the early contenders. South Africa responded positively after falling to Australia, overcoming Pakistan in a hard-fought contest to stay firmly in the race for a semi-final berth. With Australia still looming for India and South Africa seeking momentum after an inconsistent opening week, Sunday's outcome could shape the remainder of Group 1. Much of the spotlight will naturally fall on the opening batters. Smriti Mandhana has been in sublime touch, following one fifty with another to give India dominant starts. Across the pitch, Laura Wolvaardt will be eager to rediscover the form that made her South Africa's standout performer during their recent home series against India, where she piled on 330 runs in five matches. India's bowling attack has complemented its batting depth. The spin duo of Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani have shared nine wickets across the opening two games, repeatedly applying pressure through the middle overs. South Africa will look towards all-round contributions to neutralise that advantage. Annerie Dercksen's composed fifty against Pakistan showcased her ability against spin and providing another reminder of the Proteas' growing batting depth beyond their captain. The rivalry itself has been remarkably even over the years. India hold a slender edge in overall T20 internationals, but South Africa have enjoyed greater success in recent contests, winning nine of the last 15 completed meetings between the teams. The fixture also rekindles memories of last year's ODI World Cup final, where India lifted the trophy after overcoming a South African side inspired by a century from Wolvaardt. While Sunday's contest is only a group-stage match, it offers the Proteas an opportunity to gain a measure of revenge and, perhaps more importantly, take a decisive step towards the knockout stages. When: Sunday, June 21, 7:00 PM IST Where: Old Trafford, Manchester Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Squads: Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk Article Source: IANS

Women's T20 WC: Mooney's 74 Guides Australia To Record-equaling 219/6 Against Netherlands

T20 World Cup: Beth Mooney produced a brilliant knock of 74 while Ashleigh Gardner smashed a quickfire half-century as Australia equalled the highest total in Womens T20 World Cup history, posting 219/6 against the Netherlands in their Group stage clash at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. After being asked to bat first, Australia got off to a positive start through openers Beth Mooney and Georgia Voll. The pair collected boundaries early and raced to 11 runs in the opening over. Although Heather Siegers kept things relatively tight from the other end, Mooney quickly took control of the innings, striking three consecutive boundaries against Isabel Woning to help Australia reach 28 without loss after three overs. The Netherlands finally found a breakthrough in the fifth over when Iris Zwilling dismissed Voll for 17 off just nine deliveries. Volls entertaining cameo included four boundaries. The Dutch side struck again soon after as Ellyse Perry fell cheaply for just one run, caught at deep mid-wicket while attempting an attacking shot. Despite losing two wickets in quick succession, Australia finished the powerplay strongly on 61/2. Returning to the playing XI, Ashleigh Gardner looked in excellent touch from the outset and immediately put pressure on the Netherlands bowlers with a series of attacking strokes. Gardner continued her aggressive approach, finding boundaries regularly and clearing the ropes as well. She also received a major lifeline when she was dropped shortly after hitting a six in the eighth over. The missed opportunity proved costly for the Dutch side as Gardner made full use of the chance. At the other end, Mooney anchored the innings perfectly while maintaining an impressive scoring rate. She struck back-to-back boundaries in the 10th over to bring up her half-century from just 30 balls. With Gardner providing explosive support, Australia steadily increased the pressure on the Netherlands attack. The partnership reached its peak during the 14th over. Gardner completed her fifty from only 28 deliveries after hitting consecutive boundaries, while Mooney followed with a six and a four in the same over as Australia collected 21 runs from it. Mooneys outstanding innings came to an unusual end when she retired hurt after the 14th over. By then, she had scored 74 runs from just 42 balls, including nine fours and one six, and had laid the foundation for a huge total. Soon after Mooney left the field, the Netherlands managed to break the dangerous partnership. Caroline de Lange dismissed Gardner, who was caught at deep mid-wicket after scoring a superb 58 from 32 balls. Her innings featured eight boundaries and one six. With both set batters gone, Georgia Wareham ensured Australias momentum did not slow down. The all-rounder played a fearless innings, attacking from the moment she arrived at the crease. She struck boundaries all around the ground and punished anything loose from the Dutch bowlers. Nicola Carey struggled to get going and was dismissed for seven runs, but Wareham kept the scoring rate high. She hit three fours in the space of six deliveries and looked set for a half-century before falling for 41 off only 18 balls in the 19th over. Her entertaining knock contained eight boundaries. Annabel Sutherland then provided the finishing touches with a brisk 11 off six balls as Australia closed on 219/6 from their 20 overs. The total was Australias highest-ever score in Womens T20 World Cup history and also matched the tournament record set by England earlier in the competition against Sri Lanka. For the Netherlands, Iris Zwilling was the standout bowler with figures of three wickets, while Caroline de Lange claimed two wickets. However, the Dutch attack struggled to contain Australias powerful batting line-up, which dominated for most of the innings. The total was Australias highest-ever score in Womens T20 World Cup history and also matched the tournament record set by England earlier in the competition against Sri Lanka. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia 219/6 in 20 overs (Beth Mooney 74, Ashleigh Gardner 58, Georgia Wareham 41; Iris Zwilling 3-52, Caroline de Lange 2-39) against the Netherlands. Article Source: IANS

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Taskin Ahmed could replace the off-colour Rishad Hossain for the final game of the series, while Australia might be tempted to give Josh Philippe and Matt Kuhnemann a game

Womens T20 WC: Familiar Rivals Renew Battle As India, South Africa Eye Crucial Advantage (Preview)

T20 World Cup: Old Trafford will stage one of the defining contests of Group 1 on Sunday as South Africa take on an unbeaten India in a fixture that could have a significant bearing on the race to the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals. With only two teams advancing from the six-team group, every result carries extra weight. India have made a stronger start, comfortably overcoming Pakistan and tournament debutants the Netherlands to sit in a commanding position heading into their third outing. South Africa, meanwhile, recovered from an opening defeat to defending champions Australia by edging Pakistan in a tense encounter, keeping their campaign firmly on track. For the Proteas, victory would not only level the playing field but also strengthen their credentials before the business end of the group stage. India, on the other hand, know they still have Australia to face and will be determined to avoid any slip-up that could complicate their route to the knockout rounds. The contest also offers a fascinating duel between two of the finest opening batters in the women's game. South African captain Laura Wolvaardt and India's Smriti Mandhana have consistently led from the front for their respective sides, although they arrive in contrasting form. Mandhana has produced consecutive half-centuries in the tournament, while Wolvaardt is looking to bounce back after a subdued outing against Pakistan following her 44 against Australia. India's spin attack has been central to their unbeaten run. Deepti Sharma dismantled Pakistan with a five-wicket haul before Shree Charani ripped through the Netherlands with four wickets, highlighting the variety and control that have made the Women in Blue difficult to score against. South Africa, however, possess players capable of countering that threat. Annerie Dercksen displayed remarkable composure against Pakistan's slow bowlers in her match-winning half-century, an innings that could prove invaluable preparation for Sunday's challenge. History offers little separation between the sides. India narrowly lead the overall T20I head-to-head 11-10, but recent meetings have favoured South Africa. Earlier this year, the Proteas dominated a five-match home series 4-1, powered by a prolific Laura Wolvaardt, who amassed 330 runs, including three fifties and a century. The two teams also shared one of the biggest stages in women's cricket when they met in last year's ODI World Cup final, where India emerged victorious despite a century from Wolvaardt. Sunday's clash may not be for silverware, but with semifinal qualification hanging in the balance, its significance will be impossible to ignore. When: Sunday, June 21, 7:00 PM IST Where: Old Trafford, Manchester Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Squads: Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Dane van Niekerk Article Source: IANS

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Womens T20 WC: When And Where To Watch WI Vs SL; Know All Details

T20 World Cup: Every group-stage match grows in significance as the ICC Women's T20 World Cup progresses, and Sunday's meeting between West Indies and Sri Lanka here at County Ground could shape the complexion of Group 2. Having each recovered from contrasting starts to their campaigns, both teams know another victory would place them firmly in contention for a semi-final berth. West Indies have once again displayed the qualities expected from one of women's cricket's most consistent tournament performers. Their blend of experienced campaigners and emerging match-winners has produced encouraging results, particularly through the contributions of Shermaine Campbelle, whose unbeaten 90 against New Zealand ranks among the highest individual scores of this year's competition. Alongside her, Stafanie Taylor continues to underline her enduring value. The former captain added another composed innings against Scotland and remains the most prolific West Indian batter in Women's T20 World Cup history. If the batting has laid the platform, the bowling has supplied the finishing touches. Aaliyah Alleyne has been exceptional with the ball, claiming seven wickets in just two matches. Her outstanding spell against New Zealand, where she dismantled the batting order with four wickets, has elevated her among the tournament's leading wicket-takers. Sri Lanka's journey has taken a different route. A defeat to England in Birmingham could have derailed their campaign, but the side responded emphatically by overcoming New Zealand in Southampton to keep their qualification hopes firmly alive. As always, Chamari Athapaththu remains the player around whom Sri Lanka's ambitions revolve. The long-serving captain has featured in every Women's T20 World Cup since making her international debut and now stands one six away from reaching 100 in T20 internationalsa milestone that would further cement her legacy. Equally encouraging for Sri Lanka has been the emergence of Nilakshika Silva, whose unbeaten 54 against New Zealand provided the stability and assurance needed in a successful run chase. While the West Indies are aiming to reinforce their reputation as perennial contenders, Sri Lanka have an opportunity to rewrite history. They have never reached the knockout stage of a Women's T20 World Cup, but another positive result in Bristol would bring that long-standing milestone within reach. When: Sunday, June 21, 3:00 PM IST Where: County Ground, Bristol Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Squads: Where to watch: Star Sports Network for live TV broadcast and JioHotstar for live streaming Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hansima Karunarathne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sugandika Dassanayaka, Nimasha Madushani, Shashini Gimhani, Kawya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Mithali Ayodhya Article Source: IANS

Netherlands opt to bowl under cloud, Gardner back, Hamilton in

Gardner returns from injury in place of Harris while Hamilton makes her T20 World Cup debut in place of Schutt

Women's T20 WC: Ashleigh Gardner Back For Australia As Netherlands Opt To Bowl

T20 World Cup: Netherlands won the toss and elected to bowl first against Australia in the 14th match of the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Rose Bowl on Saturday. Six-time champions have made some big changes in the playing XI as Ashleigh Gardner is back after missing the last match due to injury and Lucy Hamilton is playing her first Women's World Cup match. Australia are up and running after a perfect start with back-to-back wins, meaning they sit joint top of Group 1 alongside India in a group featuring all three of last year's semi-finalists. Already having accounted for a big one when beating South Africa in their opener, should the Aussies prevail over the Dutch and Pakistan then they will arrive in Lord's for their crunch final group encounter with India in a very strong position. The match offers the Netherlands the chance to measure themselves against one of the pre-tournament favorites of world cricket once again. This is the nation's debut at a T20 World Cup, but they have already shown plenty of fighting qualities in the face of tougher opposition. There is zero history between the two sides in T20 cricket though they met at the Women's ODI World Cups at intervals between 1988 and 2000, with the Australians taking all of those games by varying wide margins of 255 runs, 173 runs, 10 wickets, 115 runs and 10 wickets. After winning the toss, Netherlands skipper Babette de Leede said, We are going to bowl first; the conditions will suit our seamers, so hopefully we will get something out of it. To play 100 games, especially against a great side in a World Cup, is a special feeling. Same team. Whereas, Australia skipper Sophie Molineux said, It will be a good opportunity for us to be out there. Seeing it play out last night, I think there's plenty of runs in it. Two changes: Megan Schutt and Grace Harris, and Ash Gardener and Lucy Hamilton are in. Lucy will be playing her first World Cup game. Playing XIs Whereas, Australia skipper Sophie Molineux said, It will be a good opportunity for us to be out there. Seeing it play out last night, I think there's plenty of runs in it. Two changes: Megan Schutt and Grace Harris, and Ash Gardener and Lucy Hamilton are in. Lucy will be playing her first World Cup game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia: Georgia Voll, Beth Mooney(wK), Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux(c), Alana King, Kim Garth, Lucy Hamilton Article Source: IANS

Kohli To Undergo Fitness Test Ahead Of England ODIs Selection, Hardik Begins Light Training

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli is set to undergo a fitness assessment at the BCCIs Centre of Excellence ahead of the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee convening to select Indias squad for the upcoming ODI series in England, to be played from July 14-19 in Birmingham, Cardiff and Lords. It is understood that the selectors will meet in the coming week to decide the squad. Chief selector Agarkar was seen in Sri Lanka keeping an eye on India A team playing the 50-over tri-series. Kohli missed the ongoing ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad, where he hit a match-winning 75 not out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Since then, Kohli has been doing rehab while being in London. It has emerged that Kohli is expected to report to the BCCI CoE for his fitness assessment and clearance very soon. It can happen anytime after his One8 brand does its first-ever Global Premiere event in Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on Sunday. If all goes well, then Kohli can be included for ODIs against England, said a source tracking the development to IANS on Saturday. Seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya, meanwhile, has resumed light training at the CoE facility in Bengaluru as he works his way back to full fitness after a late leg niggle kept him out of ODIs against Afghanistan. Pandya was at the COE since June 2 to get fitness clearance after a back niggle saw him miss a couple of games for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. Since then, Kohli has been doing rehab while being in London. It has emerged that Kohli is expected to report to the BCCI CoE for his fitness assessment and clearance very soon. It can happen anytime after his One8 brand does its first-ever Global Premiere event in Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on Sunday. If all goes well, then Kohli can be included for ODIs against England, said a source tracking the development to IANS on Saturday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Basically, its upto the selectors and team management to decide like will they wait for him to be fully match fit or not take him to England so that he builds up full fitness needed to play an ODI game, added the source. Article Source: IANS

3rd ODI: Previous Game Took A Toll On Our Bodies, Everyone Trained Respective To Their Demands, Says Arshdeep

MA Chidambaram Stadium: India left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh admitted the previous ODI against Afghanistan in hot conditions in Lucknow had taken a toll on the players bodies, adding that everyone trained respective to their demands as the side gears up for the third and final match of the series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. I mean, the preparation was already done before the series and we were following our processes really nicely as a team. We had to take care of our bodies as well. The last game, it took a toll on our bodies as well. It was very hot and humid and here as well we knew at practice it's going to be hot. So, we managed our bodies well. Some came, some didn't come, some recovered, some trained. So, everyone trained respective to their demands, Arshdeep told broadcasters ahead of the match. He credited the backroom staff for ensuring players were ready to perform despite the hot and humid conditions on offer. I mean, a lot of credit goes to the sports science team and the way the measures, the physios, the trainers help us get ready for the game. We try to hydrate ourselves before the game. If you start hydrating during the game, you're already late. So, you have to start it a day prior to the game and recover well, get your massages done, get your priming sessions done and then you're ready for the game. He credited the backroom staff for ensuring players were ready to perform despite the hot and humid conditions on offer. I mean, a lot of credit goes to the sports science team and the way the measures, the physios, the trainers help us get ready for the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I'm enjoying my bowling right now and just trying to have fun at the field. Be it on the field or off the field and just enjoying it and the ball is coming out nicely out of the hand. Just trying to focus more on my orcas as well because coming through series are of T20 format. So, just want to do well at death as well and take a lot of wickets. Article Source: IANS

Afghanistan opt to bat; Reddy, Prasidh and Dubey return for India

The teams made seven changes between them, with India bulking up on allrounders

3rd ODI: Prasidh, Harsh, Nitish Return For India As Afghanistan Elect To Bat First

Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi: India have included Prasidh Krishna, Harsh Dubey and Nitish Kumar Reddy in their playing eleven as Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat first in the third and final ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. India have already taken a 2-0 lead in the three-game series after a massive 170-run win in Lucknow. Another win in Chennai will hand them a 3-0 series sweep. Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi said they have four changes, with Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi and Fareed Ahmad Malik coming in. We want to bat first today. It's always hot in India in this month. Wicket also looks good. It's dry and hard. Hopefully we have a good start in the batting. In last two games we missed some areas and didn't play the way we have played in the past. Hopefully we recover today and have good partnerships and bowl in the right areas, he said. For India, with Prasidh, Harsh and Nitish returning, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and KL Rahul sit out of the match. . Nitish had missed the clash in Lucknow due to soreness in left thigh and now returns in Chennai, with Ishan Kishan set to take up keeping duties. Looks like a very good wicket. Would've batted first as well. Was pretty hot in the last match and it's going to be no different here. It's about being consistent in the areas we're looking at. Chasing is one thing we haven't ticked. That's what we'll be looking at today, said India skipper Shubman Gill. In their pitch report, Michael Clarke and Deep Dasgupta said a red-soil pitch is on offer and there should be good bounce for both pacers and spinners, while adding that balls with change of pace can be more beneficial. Playing XIs: In their pitch report, Michael Clarke and Deep Dasgupta said a red-soil pitch is on offer and there should be good bounce for both pacers and spinners, while adding that balls with change of pace can be more beneficial. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi, Fareed Ahmad Malik Article Source: IANS

Finally Feels Like Im Back: Harshit Rana Opens Up On 5-month Injury Layoff After India Return

T20 World Cup: India pacer Harshit Rana said that he was relieved to be back in the national setup after spending five months on the sidelines with a knee injury, admitting the prolonged absence from cricket was the toughest phase of his career. Having completed rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), the 24-year-old has rejoined the Indian squad ahead of the third ODI against Afghanistan, reflecting on his recovery journey, the emotional challenges of missing the T20 World Cup triumph, and the support system that helped him return. For Rana, the opportunity to wear India colours again carries extra significance after watching the team's successful T20 World Cup campaign from the sidelines due to an injury sustained during a warm-up match. For me, especially, it was very difficult. Because as a kid, my dream was to play in the World Cup. And India had won, so I missed out on that. But I had five months. I mean, I've been away for five months. But I've worked a lot on everything, Rana said in a BCCI video. The rehabilitation period was spent largely at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, where Rana credits the facilities and support staff for playing a crucial role in his recovery. He believes the environment at the CoE gives injured players every possible resource to return stronger. I've spent a lot of time at CoE (Centre of Excellence). I feel like COE is a place where you have everything. If a player needs anything to improve, you have everything there. Good coaches, good trainers and top physios. It helped me immensely there because I spent three to three and a half months in COE, he added. While the physical recovery progressed steadily, Rana admitted the mental challenge of being away from competitive cricket proved even harder. Having never endured such a lengthy spell away from the game, he said returning to the dressing room has brought immense satisfaction. Mentally, I'm very happy because I wasn't used to staying away from the cricket field for a long time. Because I never stayed away for five months. Mentally, Im very happy because I was away from the cricket field for a very long time, something Im not used to. I had never been away for 5 months. So it was a very difficult time for me to spend five months. But now it finally feels like Im back, Rana stated. Now back among the Indian squad, Rana said the transition from rehabilitation to international cricket has reminded him why representing the country is unlike any other experience. He described the intensity of India's training sessions as something unmatched, adding that simply being part of the group again has been enjoyable. Mentally, I'm very happy because I wasn't used to staying away from the cricket field for a long time. Because I never stayed away for five months. Mentally, Im very happy because I was away from the cricket field for a very long time, something Im not used to. I had never been away for 5 months. So it was a very difficult time for me to spend five months. But now it finally feels like Im back, Rana stated. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With his rehabilitation complete and international cricket back within reach, Rana's immediate focus now shifts from recovery to making the most of his second chance in India's colours. Article Source: IANS

ENG-W vs SCO-W Match 16 Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

ENG - W vs SCO - W Match 16, Cricket Tips : The third game of the day on Saturday in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be played in Group B. England Women and Scotland Women will be up against each other. This contest will be held on Saturday at 11 PM IST at Headlingley in Leeds. England Women will be without captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, who sustained an injury in the previous game against Ireland Women. Charlie Dean will lead England Women against Scotland. Meanwhile, Scotland Women have been impressive in two games. They won the first game against Ireland and were very close to beating West Indies. But they will not be an easy opponent to face here. ENG-W vs SCO-W: Match Details Date : June 20, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 11 PM IST Venue : Headlingley, Leeds ENG-W vs SCO-W Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the ENG-W vs SCO-W game on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the game through the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. ENG-W vs SCO-W Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 01 England Women : 01 Scotland Women : 00 No - Result : 00 ENG-W vs SCO-W: Ground Pitch Report Headlingley offers a good batting venue. The wicket here is good for batting with good bounce and pace. Fast bowlers will get early movement. Overall, the wicket will improve for batting, as the chasing sides will have a little advantage going into it. ENG-W vs SCO-W Possible XIs ENG - W : Amy Jones (wk), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Alice Capsey, Sophie Dunkley, Heather Knight, Danielle Gibson, Freya Kemp, Charlotte Dean (c), Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell SCO - W: Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Sarah Bryce (wk), Kathryn Bryce (c), Megan McColl, Ailsa Lister, Priyanaz Chatterji, Rachel Slater, Kirstie Gordon, Chloe Abel, Gabriella Fontenla ENG-W vs SCO-W Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge has been the top scorer for England and will be a key batter. For Scotland, Sarah Bryce has been the difference-maker at the top. Probable Best Bowler Lauren Bell can swing the new ball and take wickets in the powerplay. For Scotland, Kirstie Gordon has been impressive in both matches. Today Match Prediction : England Women have been one of the best teams in this tournament. We predict England Women will win this game. ENG-W vs SCO-W Match 16 ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Today 2026 Match, ENG-W vs SCO-W 2026 Prediction, ENG-W vs SCO-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for ENG-W vs SCO-W Matc Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions 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.

Womens T20 WC: We've Got To Believe We Can Still Win Games, Says Amelia Kerr After Tense Ireland Win

T20 World Cup: New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr believes the White Ferns' narrow four-run victory over Ireland at the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 was less about technical corrections and more about rediscovering belief, insisting the team must focus on their mindset as they fight to keep their semifinal hopes alive After helping New Zealand secure their first win of the tournament with an all-round display, Kerr admitted the defending champions had endured an emotional start to their campaign but praised the side for holding its nerve when it mattered most. It's been a rollercoaster of emotions. I guess starting the World Cup not how we would have liked, and then today we were really challenged by Ireland. And what a game of cricket, and it's nice to be back here on the winning side, the all-rounder said during the post-match presentation. New Zealand survived a spirited Irish chase after Kerr produced a decisive spell late in the innings, claiming two crucial wickets before Suzie Bates defended 15 runs in the final over. Reflecting on her contribution with the bat, Kerr said she consciously altered her approach after New Zealand slipped to 10 for three, prioritising stability over aggression as she tried to rebuild the innings. Yeah, I thought I had to lower my risk factor a little bit when we were three down, but again, you still have to be positive, you need runs to win games of cricket. So I lowered my risk and it was about keeping the ball along the ground. I do think I got out at a bad time, I was set and it would have been nice to have kicked on, push us to a bigger total, she said. Kerr also explained the tactical thinking behind her bowling spell, saying the strength of New Zealand's pace attack allowed her to be used later in the innings, where she ultimately made the breakthrough that shifted the contest. It is a balancing act in working it out, but I guess I always often come on after the powerplay. And I think the depth in our bowling attack, we saw Bree bowl four in a row, but I thought Jess and Rosemary Mair did really well, which allowed me to kind of hold myself back for that last over near the end, Kerr added. While the victory revived New Zealand's campaign, Kerr stressed that confidence, not extra practice sessions, would determine whether the team could recover from its slow start to the tournament. You can't change the past, and yes, we're disappointed, but we've got to turn up and believe we can still win games of cricket. And also, we're representing our country on the world stage, which is such a special thing to do. So reminding the group of that, and yeah, we bring energy and keep our body language high because there's still a lot to play for, she mentioned. Asked what improvements were required before the remaining group matches, Kerr downplayed the need for technical adjustments, instead pointing to composure in pressure situations. Yeah, I don't think it's necessarily a couple of trainings. I don't think we'll fix anything. I think we're in a good place as a side. And I think it's just, I guess, more the mental side of the game and holding our nerve in key moments. And today we did that near the back end. But yeah, I think the key for us is being able to hold our nerve when the game's on the line. And unfortunately, the first two games, we didn't do that, the skipper said. Despite sitting in a difficult position in the standings, Kerr said New Zealand's semifinal ambitions remain alive, particularly after witnessing how competitive every team has been throughout the tournament. Yeah, there's still mathematically an opportunity. We win three games of cricket and we obviously will need other results to go our way. But as we've seen in this tournament, any team can beat anyone. And I think the standard of this pool, especially the way Ireland and Scotland have played, having not played as many World Cups as other teams, they've been brilliant. And there's no reason why any team can't beat anyone, she noted. Despite sitting in a difficult position in the standings, Kerr said New Zealand's semifinal ambitions remain alive, particularly after witnessing how competitive every team has been throughout the tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Yeah, she loves big moments. And she did it in the semi-final at the last T20 World Cup. And she's in the net every day training for her bowling and she's training her death overs. So she's been in situations before when she's done that and we've lost the game. But I really backed her and know how much work she's put into that, she concluded. Article Source: IANS

PAK-W vs BAN-W Match 15 Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

PAK - W vs BAN - W Match 15 , Cricket Tips : Pakistan Women have been underwhelming in the ongoing ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. They have lost two consecutive matches and are very close to getting eliminated from the competition. The only option they can survive is by winning the last three matches by a good margin. Pakistan will take on Bangladesh women next. This contest will commence at 7 PM IST on Saturday at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. Bangladesh are also coming off a defeat. Australia Women thrashed them by nine wickets in the last game. They will also be aiming to bounce back and get a win. PAK-W vs BAN-W: Match Details Date : June 20, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7 PM IST Venue : The Rose Bowl, Southampton PAK-W vs BAN-W Live Streaming Details The live action of the PAK-W vs BAN-W will be available on the Star Sports Networks. The live stream will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. PAK-W vs BAN-W Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 20 Pakistan Women : 16 Bangladesh Women : 04 No - Result : 00 PAK-W vs BAN-W: Ground Pitch Report The Rose Bowl has been a good T20 venue where fast bowlers will get good bounce and carry. The wicket will also has lateral movement with the new ball. As the game goes on, the batting conditions will get better with time. PAK-W vs BAN-W Possible XIs PAK - W : Muneeba Ali (wk), Gull Feroza, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Fatima Sana (c), Natalia Pervaiz, Aliyah Riaz, Rameen Shamim, Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal BAN - W : Dilara Akter, Juairiya Ferdous, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sharmin Akhter, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Sultana Khatun, Marufa Akter PAK-W vs BAN-W Players to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Juairiya Ferdous and Fatima Sana are two players who have shown form in this tournament. They will be big wickets for their teams. Probable Best Bowler Sadia Iqbal and Marufa Akter are in wicket-taking form. They are taking wickets with new balls. Today Match Prediction : Pakistan Women are struggling, and their batting has failed in both matches. Hence, Bangladesh Women are in better situation to win this game. PAK-W vs BAN-W Match 15 ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Today 2026 Match, PAK-W vs BAN-W 2026 Prediction, PAK-W vs BAN-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for PAK-W vs BAN-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions 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.

Baartman knocks Freedom down before Orcas batters complete comprehensive win

Two overs from Ottneil Baartman - the 15th and the 17th - made the difference as he picked up four wickets to prevent Washington Freedom from getting a match-winning total

Women's T20 WC: Krishnamurthy Backs Jemimah Despite Struggling Performance

T20 World Cup: Former India batter Veda Krishnamurthy backed Jemimah Rodrigues to bounce back agaisnt south Africa on Sunday despite a quiet start in the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup 2026. After scoring single run against Pakistan, Jemimah went out for 19 against Netherlands failing to make it big after a good start. You can't be too worried about Jemimah Rodrigues' performances so far in this T20 World Cup. She is too good a player to be judged on a few games. She knows she has a big role to play in this campaign. It is just about confidence, Krishnamurthy said on JioStar. She pointed to Rodrigues performances in the ODI World Cup as evidence of her quality. Yes, her numbers in T20 World Cups haven't been great, but she proved herself in the 50-over World Cup. The knock against New Zealand and the match-winning innings in the semi-final against Australia showed what she is capable of. Krishnamurthy stressed that continued backing from the team management would be crucial. She has the backing of the team and the management. They need to keep giving her that confidence. One good innings is all it takes to get back into rhythm. She looked solid against the Netherlands. The timing was better, and she seemed more settled. It is only a matter of time before she plays a big knock, which I feel is right around the corner. Krishnamurthy also spoke about South African all-rounder Nadine de Klerk and the familiarity Indian players have with her game through the Womens Premier League. These players have faced each other a lot over the years. Many of them have also been teammates in the WPL. With Nadine de Klerk playing for RCB, Smriti Mandhana knows her game well. Richa Ghosh, Arundhati Reddy, and Radha Yadav also know her strengths and weaknesses from their time together in the same squad, she said. Krishnamurthy stressed that continued backing from the team management would be crucial. She has the backing of the team and the management. They need to keep giving her that confidence. One good innings is all it takes to get back into rhythm. She looked solid against the Netherlands. The timing was better, and she seemed more settled. It is only a matter of time before she plays a big knock, which I feel is right around the corner. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Despite the threat posed by the South Africans, Krishnamurthy backed Indias confidence heading into the high-stakes clash. The key point is that now there is a lot of information available. Teams have watched plenty of videos. Players understand each other well. Yes, Nadine is a threat on her day, but the confidence the Indian team currently has is something I want to back. Article Source: IANS