Melbourne Cricket Ground: Cricket's most celebrated venue is set to witness a long-awaited milestone when Lord's stages its first-ever women's Test beginning Friday, with England and India meeting in a one-off contest that carries significance far beyond the result. More than 140 years after the ground hosted its inaugural men's Test, the women's game finally arrives at the Home of Cricket, a development that has been widely viewed as another important step in the sport's push towards greater equality. The occasion has already generated unprecedented interest, with over 30,000 tickets sold across the four days, the highest attendance ever recorded for a women's Test in the United Kingdom. The fixture also comes less than three years after an independent review into equity in English cricket criticised the absence of women's Test cricket at Lord's, making this week's match symbolic as well as competitive. For both sides, however, sentiment will quickly give way to cricketing priorities. England return to the longest format seeking to halt an underwhelming run that has yielded only one Test victory in the past decade. Their last appearance ended in a comprehensive defeat to Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground earlier this year, while memories of falling short in the T20 World Cup final on home soil continue to linger. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will hope the switch to red-ball cricket offers an opportunity to reset a side that has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled for consistency on the biggest occasions. India arrive with similar motivation after their own disappointing T20 World Cup campaign ended at the group stage. Although Harmanpreet Kaur's side has played only sparingly in the format over recent years, they have produced impressive performances whenever opportunities have arisen. A commanding victory over South Africa in Chennai in 2024 reaffirmed India's strength in red-ball cricket before Australia halted their unbeaten run earlier this year in a pink-ball Test at Perth. History, meanwhile, offers India plenty of encouragement. The visitors remain unbeaten in women's Tests played in England, having avoided defeat in all nine previous matches on English soil. Their overall record against England is equally impressive, with India losing just one of 15 Tests between the two nations while recording three victories and drawing the remaining contests. One of those victories remains among the defining moments in India's women's cricket journey. Their triumph at Wormsley in 2014, achieved with a squad featuring eight Test debutants, ended an eight-year absence from the format and announced the arrival of a new generation led by players such as Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur. Nearly a decade later, India underlined their growing authority with a crushing 347-run win over England in Navi Mumbai. The latest chapter promises another fascinating tactical contest. England have opted for a youthful squad, handing maiden Test call-ups to Alice Capsey, Eleanor Threlkeld, Grace Potts, Mady Villiers and teenage left-arm spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman. Their selection reflects an attempt to build depth while managing workloads, with Charlie Dean rested after an extended white-ball schedule. India, too, have injected fresh faces into the squad. Harleen Deol, left-arm spinner N Shree Charani and fast bowler Nandani Sharma are all in line for potential Test debuts, while seam-bowling all-rounder Sayali Satghare offers valuable balance after making her international breakthrough earlier this year. Selection decisions could prove decisive once conditions are assessed on the opening morning. England possess genuine pace options in Lauren Filer and Issy Wong, both capable of exploiting any assistance available from the Lord's surface. Their experienced core, featuring Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, Maia Bouchier and world-class spinner Sophie Ecclestone, gives the hosts a settled spine despite the influx of newcomers. India's preparations have been disrupted by the loss of opener Pratika Rawal, who suffered a knee injury during an India A fixture in Taunton. Priya Punia has been drafted into the squad, while the race for places in the batting order remains open with Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Yastika Bhatia and Harleen Deol all competing for starting spots. The composition of India's bowling attack is another area of intrigue. Head coach Amol Muzumdar must determine the ideal combination from Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud and Nandani Sharma, with Satghare's ability to contribute in both disciplines strengthening her case for inclusion. On paper, England enter the contest with the advantage of familiar conditions and a squad packed with experienced performers. India, however, have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to compete in overseas Tests and carry the confidence of an outstanding record against England in the format. As Lord's finally opens its gates to women's Test cricket, the match represents far more than a place in the result books. It offers two ambitious teams the chance to shape another landmark in the evolution of the women's game while adding a new chapter to one of cricket's oldest rivalries. When: Friday, July 10, 3:30 PM IST Where: Lords Cricket Ground, London Where to watch: The one-off Test between England and India will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network channels and will be live-streamed on the SonyLiv app. Squads: Where to watch: The one-off Test between England and India will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network channels and will be live-streamed on the SonyLiv app. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India: Smriti Mandhana, Yastika Bhatia, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh (wk), Priya Punia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Sneh Rana, Sayali Satghare, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani Article Source: IANS
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15 Captains in 20 Years: The Fascinating Story Behind India's T20I Captaincy Evolution
The journey of India's T20 International captains has now entered the Shreyas Iyer era. His tenure began with the first T20I against Ireland in Belfast with a twist of fate that, after his last T20I in December 2023, the next T20I he played in June 2026, saw him leading the team as a captain. Never in India had the T20 International captaincy been handed to a player who had been out of the team for such an extended period. Shreyas Iyer could not cap this memorable occasion with a memorable result that is another story. He is now India's 15th T20 International captain and appointed with the expectation that he is a solution to Indias search for a long-term and regular captain. The list of India's captains reveals that only four of the previous 14 were given the opportunity to helm the team for an extended period. Virender Sehwag was India's first T20 International captain and started with a victory (against South Africa in Johannesburg on December 1, 2006). Very soon, MS Dhoni, on the recommendation of Sachin Tendulkar to BCCI, took the charge and led India in 72 T20I between 2007 and 2016, recording 41 wins and 28 losses. He is remembered for: India won the 2007 T20 World Cup, holds the record for the longest tenure as an Indian T20 captain and was widely acclaimed for taking the right decisions under pressure and his empathetic approach to nurturing young talent. He built India's T20 culture. In his absence, Suresh Raina (3 matches in 201011) and Ajinkya Rahane (2 matches in 2015) captained on an interim basis. The next phase saw Virat Kohli at the helm between 2017 and 2021 and under him the team won 30 out of 50 matches and lost 16. Rohit Sharma would step in as captain during Virats absence and eventually succeed him as the next regular captain. After India's semi-final exits in the 2016 and 2021 T20 World Cups, there was a growing belief that the team needed a more aggressive batting philosophy. This eventually led to a leadership change, with Rohit Sharma taking over as the full-time T20I captain in late 2021. Between 2017 and 2024, he captained in 62 matches, winning 49 (most for India) and losing 12. He also led India to a T20 World Cup win, ending Team Indias drought of ICC trophies. He holds the record for the highest individual T20I score by an Indian captain121* against Afghanistan. In between, Shikhar Dhawan (3 matches in 2021) and Rishabh Pant (5 matches in 2022) served as stop-gap captains. Indias search for its next captain seemed to have ended with Hardik Pandya but fitness issues prevented him from fully meeting the requirements; he captained 16 matches across 202223, winning 10 and losing 5. From 2022 onwards, the BCCI frequently rested senior players during bilateral T20I series. As a result, several players got opportunities to captain. During this period, KL Rahul (1 match in 2022), Jasprit Bumrah (the only bowler to captain India in T20I- 2 matches in 2023), and Ruturaj Gaikwad (3 matches in 2023) captained. Ruturaj led India to a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, the first captain to win an Asian Games gold. After India won the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja retired from T20Is. That marked the beginning of a new era, and Suryakumar Yadav was entrusted with leading a younger side. Suryakumar Yadav led India from 2023 to 2026, winning 40 out of 52 matches and lost only 8. The biggest achievement under him was another T20 World Cup title. Meanwhile, the selectors also experimented with Shubman Gill in 2024, with a plan to see him captaining India across all three formats. He won four out of five matches, but this experiment was halted as his batting suffered. Shreyas Iyer is now captain, with the expectation that he will successfully shoulder this responsibility through to the 2028 Olympics. He couldnt register a win in the first five T20Is. The burning question at this moment: was the removal of Suryakumar Yadav (who was Player of the Series in the January T20I series against New Zealand this year) justified? It felt harsh to leave him out right after leading India to a T20 World Cup title and the disaster is in front of everyone. Also Read: Live Cricket Score From India's first T20I in 2006 until the end of 2016 (about 10 years), India had only four T20I captains. From 2017 onwards, the number increased sharply as workload management, injuries, rest policies and succession planning became integral to team management. This reflects not instability but a deliberate shift in strategy.
ENG-W Vs IND-W: When And Where To Watch One-off Test, Know All Details
Sony Sports Network: A landmark moment awaits women's cricket when Lord's stages its first-ever women's Test, with England hosting India in a one-off four-day contest beginning Friday. The occasion is expected to draw record crowds, with more than 30,000 tickets sold, underlining the growing appeal of the women's game at one of cricket's most iconic venues. While history will be made off the field, both teams have plenty to prove on it. England head into the contest looking to bounce back from a difficult run in the longest format after suffering an innings defeat to Australia in their previous Test earlier this year. Led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, the hosts have blended experience with youth, handing maiden Test call-ups to Alice Capsey, Eleanor Threlkeld, Grace Potts, Mady Villiers and teenage spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman. India, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, will draw confidence from an impressive record against England in Test cricket. The visitors are unbeaten in nine women's Tests played in England and registered a comprehensive 347-run victory over England in their most recent meeting in Navi Mumbai in 2023. However, India's preparations have been disrupted by the injury to opener Pratika Rawal, forcing a late change to the squad with Priya Punia drafted in. The visitors have also included potential debutants Harleen Deol, N Shree Charani and Nandani Sharma as they look to inject fresh energy into the red-ball setup. Selection will be crucial for both camps. England must decide how much pace to deploy in conditions that traditionally favour seam bowling, while India face key decisions over their batting combination and the composition of their pace attack. Although England begin as favourites in familiar conditions, India's strong overseas record in the format and their success against the hosts ensure the inaugural women's Test at Lord's promises to be far more than a ceremonial occasion. When: Friday, July 10, 3:30 PM IST Where: Lords Cricket Ground, London Where to watch: The one-off Test between England and India will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network channels and will be live-streamed on the SonyLiv app. Squads: Where to watch: The one-off Test between England and India will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network channels and will be live-streamed on the SonyLiv app. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India: Smriti Mandhana, Yastika Bhatia, Harleen Deol, Richa Ghosh (wk), Priya Punia, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Sneh Rana, Sayali Satghare, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani Article Source: IANS
Women's Cricket Gets Its First Lord's Test As England Face India
Lord's will finally host a women's Test, 142 years since staging its first such men's match, when England face India in a four-day game at the 'Home of Cricket' starting Friday. It just boggles my mind that it is just the first (women's) Test match here at Lord's, said India coach Amol Muzumdar, who added: It is a great occasion and we are looking forward to it. The match takes place just over 50 years since the first women's match of any kind at the renowned London venue, with England beating Australia by eight wickets in a one-day international on August 4, 1976. England's captain at Lord's that day was the late Rachael Heyhoe Flint, a pioneering figure in a women's game where players were still wearing skirts rather than, as they do no now, white or coloured trousers. Heyhoe Flint, who died in 2017, now has a gate named after her at Lord's. But in 1976, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), the owners of Lord's, were still decades away from admitting women as members, with the thought of females walking directly through the Long Room of the pavilion before taking the field a distant dream. England's No. 5 that day, Megan Lear, compared the experience to the moon landing, telling the Guardian: On that day in 1976, to walk on to the hallowed turf at Lord's, it was like one small step for us women cricketers, but one giant leap towards the future of women's cricket. It is a sign of how things have changed from those amateur days that a Test between two professional sides will also be England's second fixture at Lord's in under a week following Sunday's defeat by Australia in the women's T20 World Cup final -- a match that attracted a capacity crowd. Nine of England's World Cup squad are included for the Test, including captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, who is hoping to play despite a nagging calf injury. - 'History in the making' - We've always known this has been on the calendar, said England coach Charlotte Edwards. A lot of our players have been doing Test match prep throughout the T20s so we're really looking forward to it, added Edwards, England's captain when they won the 2009 Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's. It's a historic Test match for us as a group and for the Indian team, and we can't wait to play in front of a lot of people again over the next four days Teenage England spinner Tilly Corteen-Colman is well aware of the importance of the occasion. I remember speaking to Lottie (Edwards) about when she used to play here and they weren't allowed in the Long Room, said the 18-year-old. The first women's Test at Lord's is history in the making, so to be involved would be incredible. It would mean the absolute world. As well as a breakthrough, the game will also mark England batter Tammy Beaumont's farewell to international cricket. Beaumont has made 260 appearances for England since her debut 17 years ago and she was the first English woman to score a double century in a Test -- 208 against Australia at Trent Bridge in 2023. When I fell in love with playing cricket as a young girl, I barely knew that playing cricket for England was an option, said Beaumont. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Th 35-year-old, who will continue to play domestic cricket, added: Our first ever women's Test at Lord's feels like the perfect occasion to sign off on a career that I could never have dreamt would be as special as it has been.
Neesham Joins Auckland As NZC Announce First Round Of 2026/27 Domestic Contracts
Cricket World Cup: New Zealand's six major associations have announced the opening round of men's contracts for the 2026/27 domestic season. Among the biggest developments is the inclusion of experienced all-rounder Jimmy Neesham on Auckland's full-time contract list. Having featured on a casual playing arrangement since the 2021/22 season while balancing international commitments, Neesham now returns as a permanent member of Auckland's squad, bringing a wealth of experience across all aspects of the game, most recently captaining New Zealand as the 12th men's T20I captain. Alongside Neesham, Adithya Ashok also returned to the Auckland contract list. Wellington have strengthened their ranks by signing fast bowler Henry Shipley from Canterbury. Shipley departs the province where he began his domestic career, bringing valuable experience from both domestic cricket and his appearances for New Zealand in ODIs and T20Is. Wellington also welcome Muhammad Abbas, who was featured on the BLACKCAPS central contract list last season. Another notable transfer sees top-order batter Nick Kelly head back to Northern Districts after captaining Wellington across all three formats for the past four seasons. Kelly, who spent the previous two seasons with Otago before leading Wellington, returns to the association where his domestic journey began in 2015/16 after making his international debut in both white-ball formats last season. Central Districts have secured the services of all-rounder Jake Gibson following his stint with Otago. Gibson arrives with proven credentials in both limited-overs and red-ball cricket, adding versatility to the Stags' squad ahead of the new campaign. Several players also return to domestic contract lists after recent international recognition. Leg-spinner Adithya Ashok is back on Auckland's contracted roster, while Wellington have retained Muhammad Abbas after both featured on New Zealand's central contracts last season. The first round of announcements also rewarded a number of emerging talents with maiden domestic contracts. Auckland handed a first full-time deal to Luke Watson after the youngster impressed during his debut season in T20 and first-class cricket. Watson had previously represented New Zealand at the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup and featured regularly for Auckland A. Otago continued its emphasis on youth by awarding first contracts to batter Tom Jones and seamer Thomas O'Connor. Jones announced himself with a century during his debut first-class campaign, while O'Connor enjoyed a breakthrough season with a series of impressive performances, including a 13-wicket match haul that underlined his promise. Canterbury have added bowling all-rounder Lachie Harper to their contracted group after an encouraging debut season across the Ford Trophy and Super Smash, while Central Districts rewarded Taylor Bettelheim with a full-season contract after he joined midway through last year. Sam Cassidy also earned a full contract after progressing through the association's development system and strong performances in domestic T20 cricket. Northern Districts, meanwhile, welcomed back Snehith Reddy after the youngster regained his place on the association's contract list. Each Major Association has named up to 15 contracted players in the initial selection phase. A two-week transfer window will now allow uncontracted cricketers to explore opportunities with other teams before every association confirms its final 16-player squad for the 2026/27 domestic season. The contracted players will form the backbone of their respective campaigns in the Plunket Shield, Ford Trophy and Super Smash, although opportunities will remain available for uncontracted players throughout the season. Each Major Association has named up to 15 contracted players in the initial selection phase. A two-week transfer window will now allow uncontracted cricketers to explore opportunities with other teams before every association confirms its final 16-player squad for the 2026/27 domestic season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Contracted players receive a retainer and form the core of each major association's campaigns across the Plunket Shield, Ford Trophy and Dream11 Super Smash, but uncontracted players typically also get chances to shine and impress in each region during the season. Article Source: IANS
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ENG vs IND 4th T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
ENG vs IND 4th T20I,CricketTips :Team India are very close to losing consecutive T20I series. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, India have failed to win a single game on the UK tour, and it has been their longest winless streak in T20Is. They were hammered by a massive margin of 125 runs, and England have earned a 2-0 lead. Harry Brook and his men are just one win away from winning the series. The fourth T20I will begin on Thursday at County Ground in Bristol at 10 PM IST. Iyer has struggled as captain and so has Team India on this tour. They need to pull up their socks because another series defeat can put them under severe criticism. ENG vs IND: Match Details Date : July 09, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 10:00 PM IST Venue : County Ground, Bristol ENG vs IND: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the fourth T20I on the Star Sports Network on cable TVs. The live stream of the game will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. ENG vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 33 India : 18 England : 14 No-result : 01 ENG vs IND: Ground Pitch Report County Ground in Bristol is known for offering a good batting wicket. It offers good bounce with pace, and batters can use it to play big shots. But the hard length will be difficult to hit for the batters. Chasing should be better because the wicket will settle a bit in the second innings. ENG vs IND: Possible XIs England : Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue India : Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Ishan Kishan (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy ENG vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma has been the top scorer for India on this tour and has played some brilliant knocks at the top. For England, Phil Salt played a crucial knock and will be confident going into this contest. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh has been the key wicket-taker for India with the new ball. He can make a difference within the power play. For England, Jofra Archer is breathing fire and can put India under pressure. Today Match Prediction: India are under pressure after losing consecutive games, and England are in good form. Hence, we predict England to win the fourth T20I. ENG vs IND Match 4th T20, Today Match ENG vs IND, ENG vs IND Prediction, ENG vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for England vs India Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Nair Powers Coastal Kings Mangaluru To Thrilling Win Over Gulbarga Mystics
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Captain Karun Nair produced another match-winning innings as Coastal Kings Mangaluru edged Gulbarga Mystics by three runs in the final league match of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. With the playoff spots already decided before the match, there was little at stake except final standings. But the contest delivered an exciting finish, with the Mystics falling just short in their chase of 170. The Coastal Kings posted 169-9 before restricting the Mystics to 166/7, sealing their fifth win in 10 matches to finish second in the standings with 11 points. Bengaluru Blasters topped the table with 18 points, followed by Shivamogga Yodhas (10) and Mysore Warriors (9). Gulbarga Mystics finished fifth on six points, ahead of Hubli Tigers on net run rate. The play-offs begin on Friday, with the Shivamogga Yodhas taking on the Mysore Warriors in the Eliminator before the Bengaluru Blasters face the Coastal Kings Mangaluru in Qualifier 1. Nair once again anchored the Coastal Kings' innings with a superb 65 off 37 balls, striking eight fours and two sixes. Walking in after the early loss of two wickets with the score at 30-2, the experienced Karnataka batter steadied the innings through partnerships of 59 with Prajwal Pavan (35) and 50 with Suraj Ahuja. His dismissal for 149-5 in the 18th over sparked a late collapse as the Kings lost four wickets for just 20 runs. Kranthi Kumar (3-38) and Suhas Purushotham (2-27) bowled impressive closing spells to restrict the total to 169. Nair's third half-century of the tournament, and his highest score this season, took his tally to 294 runs from nine innings. The Mystics made an aggressive start through openers Macneil Noronha and Aarav Mahesh. Noronha plundered 17 runs from the opening over as the pair raced to 58 without loss in the Powerplay before adding 70 for the first wicket. Noronha top-scored with 44, while Aarav made 27. Dhruv Prabhakar (28) and Manish Pandey (23) revived the chase with a brisk 40-run stand for the fourth wicket, but their dismissals in quick succession shifted the momentum back in the Kings' favour. Despite a late flourish from Kranthi Kumar (30), the Mystics were left needing seven off the final over and eventually finished three runs short. The Mystics impressed in the field, with Noronha claiming three catches in addition to a wicket, while Thippa Reddy produced one of the catches of the tournament with a superb running effort. Despite a late flourish from Kranthi Kumar (30), the Mystics were left needing seven off the final over and eventually finished three runs short. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Coastal Kings Mangaluru 169/9 in 20 overs (Karun Nair 65, Prajwal Pavan 35; Kranthi Kumar 3-38, Suhas Purushotham 2-27) beat Gulbarga Mystics 166/7 in 20 overs (Macneil Noronha 44, Kranthi Kumar 30, Dhruv Prabhakar 28, Aarav Mahesh 27, Manish Pandey 23; Shreyas Gopal 2-36) by 3 runs. Article Source: IANS
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Warwickshire County Cricket Club: The Southampton-based Southern Brave, who won the men's title in 2021 and the women's crown in 2023, have picked India's Hemang Badani as the head coach of the men's team, while Jonathan Batty will oversee the women's team during the 2026 season of The Hundred. Former India player Badani, who coached the Delhi Capitals in the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), will have former England star Ian Bell as assistant coach, according to reports in the local media. According to the reports, former Scotland mens head coach Shane Burger is in charge of the mens bowling programme. Burger brings considerable coaching experience, having previously worked with KZN Inland and the Dolphins in South Africa before taking charge of Scotland, and is currently working with Hampshire Cricket. He will be supported by former India international Mohit Sharma. Sharma represented India across all three formats and is considered a death bowling expert during his career in the IPL. Former Ireland international John Mooney completes the mens coaching team as fielding coach. He will be responsible for helping the squad maintain consistently high standards across all areas of their fielding. These appointments add a broad range of international, domestic, and franchise experience to Southern Braves coaching structure as preparations continue for the 2026 season of The Hundred. The womens coaching team will be led by Batty, along with assistant coach Anya Shrubsole, while Tharindu Perera will oversee the sides batting programme, having previously held coaching roles across domestic and international teams. These appointments add a broad range of international, domestic, and franchise experience to Southern Braves coaching structure as preparations continue for the 2026 season of The Hundred. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Former England international Jenny Gunn completes the womens coaching team as the fielding coach, according to reports in the local media. Gunn brings extensive international experience as a player in The Hundred and will work with the squad to develop their decision-making, athleticism, and fielding standards, the reports said. Article Source: IANS
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Sai Kishore Signs With Gloucestershire For Final Six County Championship Matches
Indian Premier League: India left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore has signed with Gloucestershire for the remaining six matches of the 2026 County Championship season, the club announced on Wednesday. Kishore, 29, will be available for selection starting from Gloucestershire's Championship fixture against Worcestershire at Cheltenham, which begins on Thursday (August 20). Kishore previously enjoyed a successful stint in the County Championship with Surrey in 2025, where he took 11 wickets in two games. I am deeply grateful to Jon and everyone at Gloucestershire for giving me this opportunity. Gloucestershire is a club with a rich history and a fantastic setup, and the chance to play my cricket here is incredibly exciting. Ive always wanted to test my skills in English conditions, and after speaking with the management, I knew this was the right fit. I'm looking forward to wearing the jersey, meeting the fans at Bristol and Cheltenham, and doing my part, said Kishore in a statement issued by the club. Kishore has established himself as one of India's leading domestic red-ball bowlers, representing Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy. Across 54 first-class appearances, he has claimed 223 wickets, including 14 five-wicket hauls. Kishore, who was part of India's gold medal-winning squad at the 2023 Asian Games, has also been a prominent face in the Indian Premier League (IPL), taking 33 wickets in 28 appearances, though he had only three appearances for the Gujarat Titans in this years season. Welcoming the signing, Gloucestershire's Jon Lewis, the former England womens head coach, expressed confidence that Kishore would thrive in late-summer conditions. We're really excited to bring Sai Kishore into the squad. He's a proven, experienced cricketer who will add a huge amount to our group. Kishore, who was part of India's gold medal-winning squad at the 2023 Asian Games, has also been a prominent face in the Indian Premier League (IPL), taking 33 wickets in 28 appearances, though he had only three appearances for the Gujarat Titans in this years season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The conditions at this time of year are often very conducive to spin bowling, so we're hopeful Sai can make a significant contribution and have a really positive impact on the team, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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Milton Shumba, Newman Nyamhuri Included In Zimbabwe Squad For T20Is Against Bangladesh
The T20 World Cup: Experienced all-rounder Sikandar Raza will continue to lead Zimbabwe after Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) on Wednesday named a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. The squad majorly retains the core that reached the Super Eight at the 2026 ICC Mens T20 World Cup. The three matches are scheduled to be played at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on July 15, 17, and 19 once the ongoing ODI series in Harare is over. The squad features two changes - exciting young fast bowler Newman Nyamhuri and batter Milton Shumba have been included. Nyamhuri, who is yet to make his international debut in the shortest format, earned his spot after impressing across formats. Meanwhile, Shumba returns to the T20I fold for the first time since the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia. Batter Ben Curran, who was drafted into the T20 World Cup squad earlier this year as an injury replacement for Brendan Taylor, has retained his place. Graeme Cremer was unavailable for selection due to a left-arm fracture, while Taylor and Tony Munyonga missed out from the World Cup squad. Convener of Selectors David Mutendera said that continuity was the primary focus while finalizing the squad. The T20 World Cup showed what this group is capable of, so continuity was an important consideration for us. We wanted to keep together the core of a squad that reached the Super Eight while also creating room for players who have earned their opportunities. Graeme Cremer was unavailable for selection due to a left-arm fracture, while Taylor and Tony Munyonga missed out from the World Cup squad. Convener of Selectors David Mutendera said that continuity was the primary focus while finalizing the squad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Zimbabwe Squad: Sikandar Raza (Captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba. Article Source: IANS
Huge Honour To Be Inducted Into ICC Hall Of Fame, Says Sourav Ganguly
The International Cricket Council: On the day he turns 54, former Indi captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his deep gratitude on being named as the latest inductee into the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame, describing it as a huge honour to be in the list alongside some of the most amazing names in the game. Ganguly, currently heading the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), is set to become the 12th Indian overall and the 10th Indian men's cricketer to receive this ultimate cricketing recognition. Thank you ICC and Chairman Jay shah @JayShah for inducting me in the hall of fame .. its a huge honour ..One of the 10 Indians to be inducted in the hall of fame ever .. Amazing to be a part of some great names .. @bcci, Ganguly posted on his X account on Thursday. One of the finest ODI batters ever, Ganguly amassed 11,363 runs in 311 ODIs with 22 centuries and also picked 132 wickets, alongside making 7,212 runs in 113 Tests. After his playing days were over, Ganguly served as BCCI President, especially through the Covid-19 pandemic. He is also the head coach of Pretoria Capitals in SA20, apart from being the Director of Cricket at Delhi Capitals in IPL and WPL. Affectionately known as the 'God of the off-side', Ganguly took the captaincy of the Indian team in 2000 during a tumultuous match-fixing crisis and completely transformed its identity. One of the finest ODI batters ever, Ganguly amassed 11,363 runs in 311 ODIs with 22 centuries and also picked 132 wickets, alongside making 7,212 runs in 113 Tests. After his playing days were over, Ganguly served as BCCI President, especially through the Covid-19 pandemic. He is also the head coach of Pretoria Capitals in SA20, apart from being the Director of Cricket at Delhi Capitals in IPL and WPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to make the formal announcement on July 11 at the conclusion of its annual conference in Edinburgh. Previous Indians inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame are Bishan Singh Bedi (2009), Sunil Gavaskar (2009), Kapil Dev (2010), Anil Kumble (2015), Rahul Dravid (2018), Sachin Tendulkar (2019), Vinoo Mankad (2021), Diana Edulji (2023), Virender Sehwag (2023), Neetu David (2024) and MS Dhoni (2025). Article Source: IANS
Muzumdar urges India to 'stay in the present' after T20 World Cup malfunction
The India head coach wants the team to leave aside the disappointment of the T20 World Cup and look ahead to the Test against England
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Vyshak, Rai Fire Mysuru Warriors Into Knockouts
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Captain Vyshak Vijaykumar produced a sensational spell of fast bowling as Mysuru Warriors stormed into the knockout stage of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament with a commanding six-wicket victory over Shivamogga Yodhas at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. After electing to bowl, the Warriors dismantled the Yodhas for just 66 in 10.5 overs before chasing down the target in only 10 overs to seal their place in the last four. The result ensured Mysuru Warriors finished with nine points from 10 matches to claim the fourth and final knockout berth. Shivamogga Yodhas, despite the defeat, qualified in second place with 10 points, while Bengaluru Blasters topped the table with 18 points. With the final playoff spot up for grabs before the match, the Warriors knew that a victory by any margin would eliminate Gulbarga Mystics from contention. They responded in emphatic fashion with one of the most dominant bowling performances of the season. The foundation was laid by Arbind Kumar Rai, whose disciplined swing bowling accounted for the key wickets of Luvnith Sisodia (12), Harshil Dharmani (8), and Sujay Sateri (0). His figures of 3-28 reduced the Yodhas to 57 for five in the seventh over. Vyshak then delivered a spell to remember. Introduced after Rai's opening burst, the Warriors skipper conceded just one run in 1.5 overs while claiming three wickets. After giving away a single off his first ball, Vyshak bowled 10 consecutive dot deliveries, striking with his sixth, ninth, and 11th balls to finish with extraordinary figures of 3 for 1. Left-arm spinner Madhav Bajaj played an equally significant role, returning 3 for 9 in three overs to tighten the screws through the middle, while Ritesh Bhatkal provided the early breakthrough by dismissing opener M.G. Naveen. It was a dramatic batting collapse for the Yodhas, who entered the contest on the back of three successive victories. Only four batters reached double figures, while five were dismissed without scoring as the innings folded for the tournament's lowest total. The chase was straightforward despite the Warriors losing four wickets along the way. L.R. Chethan top-scored with 26 as Mysuru reached the target comfortably with 60 balls to spare. It was a dramatic batting collapse for the Yodhas, who entered the contest on the back of three successive victories. Only four batters reached double figures, while five were dismissed without scoring as the innings folded for the tournament's lowest total. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shivamogga Yodhas 66 all out in 10.5 overs (Tushar Singh 15; Arbind Kumar Rai 3-28, Madhav Bajaj 3-9, Vijaykumar Vyshak 3-1) lost to Mysuru Warriors 67/4 (10 overs) (L.R. Chethan 26; Abhilash Shetty 3-15) by six wickets. Article Source: IANS
The Serbian great finishes on the right side of a five-hour, 15-minute slugfest to oust third seed Auger-Aliassime 7-6(10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7(4), 7-6(4) and set up a much-anticipated last-four meeting with World No. 1 and defending champion Sinner
Pratika Rawal Ruled Out Of Historic Lord's Test; Priya Punia Named Replacement, Says Muzumdar
T20 World Cup: India opener Pratika Rawal has been ruled out of the historic one-off Test match against England after sustaining a knee injury while fielding during India As second 50-over fixture against England A in Taunton, head coach Amol Muzumdar announced on Wednesday. Right-handed batter Priya Punia has been drafted into the squad as her replacement for the marquee clash, which marks the first-ever women's Test match to be played at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground starting on Friday. Priya, who has played 12 ODIs and three T20Is for India, stayed back from the A team as a cover and batted in Indias practice session on Wednesday. I would like to say that Pratika Rawal has been ruled out of the Test match due to her injury in the India A match. She has got a cut on her knee which required some stitches. So I guess she is out for the Test match and Priya Punia has been added into the squad, Muzumdar said during the pre-match press conference. Expressing his excitement over the monumental occasion, the head coach stated that playing a Test match at the 'Home of Cricket' is the ultimate dream for any Indian cricketer. It just boggles my mind that it is just the first Test match here at Lords. Having said that, I am really fortunate and would like to extend my wishes to everyone who is involved in this. It is a great occasion and we are looking forward to it. It is a dream to play a test match for any Indian cricketer, leave alone playing at Lords. I am sure everyone who would wear those whites tomorrow would be proud of them being there at Lords to play the Test match. We have always maintained this in the dressing room - traditionally we have done really well in the Test matches. Everyone was talking about the Test match at Lords even before the World Cup started. I guess the time is now, so I guess they will be excited about it. The Test match comes on the heels of India's disappointing league stage exit at the recently concluded Women's T20 World Cup, and Muzumdar acknowledged that while the performance was a mixed bag, the team has successfully shifted its focus to the longest format. To be honest, it has been a mixed bag. We had to recover from the loss. We were disappointed for sure. We didn't have the best of World Cups. But having said that, the character of the team had to come out and we need to get out of that phase and come into the test match preparation sooner. I guess we have managed to do that. We had five really good days of prep at the Wormsley Cricket Club, a beautiful ground, just a perfect setting for the preparation and then here at Lords. So I guess the preparation has been good and as I said, excited to be here at Lords. Muzumdar also urged his players to leave past heartbreaks behind and stay rooted in the present. I think all we need to do is just stay in the present. What is gone, we cannot change it. We know it, we have discussed about it within the squad. We can't change what has happened. All we need to do is look forward and prepare the best we can for the event ahead. So I guess that has been the talk and I am sure all of them, all the players are looking forward for the Test match. Just leave aside the disappointment and get into the present and look forward to it. Muzumdar also urged his players to leave past heartbreaks behind and stay rooted in the present. I think all we need to do is just stay in the present. What is gone, we cannot change it. We know it, we have discussed about it within the squad. We can't change what has happened. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We have spoken about this. It's not difficult to find out where the slope goes. Just take into account certain things but at the same time you just have to deal with it and come up with solutions. It's the same for both the teams. I am sure both the teams will try and exploit that as much as possible. Article Source: IANS
Tammy Beaumont to retire at the end of maiden women's Lord's Test
Veteran batter, and 2017 World Cup winner, calls time on 17-year career
Tammy Beaumont To Retire From International Cricket After Lord's Test Against India
ODI World Cup: Veteran England batter Tammy Beaumont on Wednesday said she will retire from international cricket at the conclusion of the upcoming Test match against India at Lord's. The end of her 17-year international career will coincide with the first-ever womens Test match to be played at the iconic venue. Tammy, who made her international debut in 2009, walks away as one of the modern-day greats of the women's game, having represented England in 260 matches across all formats and amassed 7,325 runs overall. She retires as Englands leading centurion in ODIs, with 12 hundreds to her name. She was the architect of England's historic ICC Women's ODI World Cup triumph on home soil in 2017, where she was named the Player of the Tournament after finishing as the leading run-scorer with 410 runs. Playing for England for nearly 17 years has been the greatest honour. When I fell in love with playing cricket as a young girl, I barely knew that playing cricket for England was an option, and it brings me so much joy to think about how many girls and boys have been inspired, this summer especially, and how far the game has come in our country. We've always wanted to take the cap forward for the next generation, and the time has come for me to hand over that privilege to the next generation of England players. This Test match at Lords our first ever womens Test at Lords feels like the perfect occasion to sign off on a career that I could never have dreamt would be as special as it has been, said Tammy in a statement issued by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Tammy, 35, is also one of only two women from England, and the fifth overall, to score an international century in all three formats of the game. In 2023, she became the first Englishwoman to score a Test double-century, smashing a memorable 208 against Australia at Trent Bridge during the Women's Ashes. She also revealed that she will continue to play for The Blaze in domestic cricket and Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred. I will still be playing domestic cricket, but I'd like to thank all the fans for your amazing support. Id also like to say thank you to all the coaches and support staff who I've worked with over the years, to my teammates who I've shared so many amazing moments with, and to my friends and family - I couldn't have got this far without your love and support all these years, she added. Clare Connor, Managing Director of England Women, lauded Tammy's immense impact on the sport, where she went from playing in the amateur era to becoming a fully contracted professional. Tammy has made a remarkable contribution to the England Womens cricket team, and we will miss her incredibly. It is impossible to put into words or measure the impact Tammy has had on our sport. She played her first few years for England as an amateur, one of only a few players left whose international careers were forged through extraordinary levels of devotion, commitment, and love of the game. She was in the group of 18 players who were the first to receive an England Womens Central Contract in 2015, and by 2017, she was named Player of the Tournament in the home ICC Womens Cricket World Cup. The weight of runs she went on to score for England at the top of the order has put her in the category of one of the games great batters. Tammy has made a remarkable contribution to the England Womens cricket team, and we will miss her incredibly. It is impossible to put into words or measure the impact Tammy has had on our sport. She played her first few years for England as an amateur, one of only a few players left whose international careers were forged through extraordinary levels of devotion, commitment, and love of the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Always smiling, always fun, and always team-first, Tammy should be so proud of a stellar international career, and we wish her every success and happiness as she leaves the England dressing room, she concluded. Article Source: IANS
'Sometimes you've got to fight harder' - Salt delivers 'mega innings' for England
On 17 off 19 at one point, Salt fought his demons to finish with 70 off 44 and set up England's commanding first-innings score
Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja: In a major shake-up in global cricket administration, long-serving International Cricket Council (ICC) Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja suffered a shock defeat in the Associate Member Directors' elections held during the global body's Annual Conference here on Wednesday. France's Gurumurthy Palani topped the polling charts with 35 votes, while UAE's Mubashir Usmani and Namibia's Dr. Rudie van Vuuren secured 26 votes each to claim the three available spots on the all-powerful 17-member ICC Board. Khwaja, a veteran cricket administrator from Singapore, finished a close fourth with 23 votes, while Malaysia's Mahinda Vallipuram managed to get only 19 votes. The ICC confirmed the development in an official statement, noting that the three elected Directors will each serve a two-year term on the ICC Board. While Palani and Van Vuuren enter the apex board for the first time, Usmani successfully retained his position. Palanis election to the all-important ICC Board will trigger another administrative change. The result will require an election for Gurumurthy Palanis position on the Chief Executives Committee as he is unable to hold both positions, the ICC stated. Congratulating the newly elected members, ICC Chairman Jay Shah said, I congratulate Gurumurthy Palani, Mubashshir Usmani and Dr Rudie van Vuuren on their election as Associate Member Directors to the ICC Board. Associate Members play a vital role in the continued growth and global expansion of our sport, and I look forward to working closely with them as we build on the strong progress being made across all regions. Shah also acknowledged the contributions of the outgoing veterans. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to Imran Khwaja and Mahinda Vallipuram for their dedication and service to Associate cricket. Their contribution to the ICC and to the development of the global game over many years has been significant and deeply valued. Together, we remain committed to strengthening opportunities for all Members and ensuring cricket continues to grow in every corner of the world, he added. The defeat of Khwaja, a lawyer by profession, truly marks the end of an era. He had previously served as the interim ICC Chairman in 2020 and functioned as Deputy Chair under multiple chiefs, including N Srinivasan, Greg Barclay, and Shah. He was also hailed as a saviour for anchoring crucial back-door negotiations between the PCB and the BCCI to ensure the smooth conduct of the high-stakes Mens T20 World Cup clash in Colombo. The defeat of Khwaja, a lawyer by profession, truly marks the end of an era. He had previously served as the interim ICC Chairman in 2020 and functioned as Deputy Chair under multiple chiefs, including N Srinivasan, Greg Barclay, and Shah. Also Read: Live Cricket Score One of the three newly elected Associate Directors is expected to be chosen for the role before the four-day conclave concludes on July 11. The high-profile meetings were preceded by the delegates assembling at Lord's to witness Australia clinch their seventh global crown in the final of the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup. Article Source: IANS
Cornered India seek recovery as England eye series win
India are on the brink of consecutive T20I series defeats for the first time since 2018-19
Massive Upset In ICC Board Elections As Khwaja Loses, Palani, Usmani, Van Vuuren Elected
Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja: In a major shake-up, long-serving International Cricket Council (ICC) Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja suffered a shock defeat in the Associate Member Directors' elections held on the sidelines of the global body's Annual Conference here on Wednesday. France's Gurumurthy Palani topped the polling charts with 35 votes, while UAE's Mubashir Usmani and Namibia's Rudie van Vuuren secured 26 votes each to claim the three available spots on the all-powerful 17-member ICC Board for a two-year term. Khwaja, a veteran administrator from Singapore who has been a dominant voice for the associate nations at the ICC, finished a close fourth with 23 votes. The fifth candidate in the fray, Malaysia's Mahinda Vallipuram, managed only 19 votes. While Palani and Van Vuuren enter the apex board for the first time at the expense of Khwaja and Vallipuram, Usmani successfully retained his position. Khwaja, a lawyer by profession, had previously served as the interim ICC Chairman in 2020 after Shashank Manohar vacated the post, and functioned as Deputy Chair under multiple chiefs, including N Srinivasan, Greg Barclay, and Jay Shah. He was also hailed as a saviour after successfully anchoring crucial back-door negotiations between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to have the high-stakes Mens T20 World Cup clash take place smoothly in Colombo. Out of the 45 Associate Members eligible to vote in the biennial election, only 43 could vote as USA Cricket and Cricket Canada remain under suspension. With each eligible member allowed three votes, a total of 129 votes were polled. He was also hailed as a saviour after successfully anchoring crucial back-door negotiations between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to have the high-stakes Mens T20 World Cup clash take place smoothly in Colombo. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The high-profile conclave was preceded by the ICC delegates assembling at Lord's to witness Australia clinch their record-extending seventh global crown in the final of the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup. Article Source: IANS
Johan Botha joins Netherlands men's team as consultant
The former South Africa captain joins them for their Cricket World Cup League 2 games against Namibia and Nepal in July
TG20 Season 1: Playoff Race Reaches Its Climax As Tournament Heads Into Knockout Stage
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium: Following three weeks of top-tier cricket, exciting finishes, and exceptional individual efforts, the Hyderabad Cricket Association's TG20 approaches its most significant week. With four teams still vying for the title as the first season reaches the playoffs, each match now holds the stakes of a championship. The playoffs kick off on Thursday with the Eliminator between Ranga Reddy Risers and EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds. Later that evening, unbeaten Hyderabad E-Champions will compete against Anvita Khammam Aces in Qualifier 1. The winner of Qualifier 1 will earn a direct spot in Sunday's final, while the loser will have another chance in Qualifier 2 on Friday, facing the Eliminator winner. The grand final is scheduled for Sunday, where the first champions will be crowned. Eliminator: Ranga Reddy Risers vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds No team enters the playoffs with more momentum than Risers. After narrowly avoiding elimination in the final league game, Risers delivered a remarkable performance, beating Warangal Warriors by 161 runs to turn their fortunes around and secure a spot in the postseason. They have depended greatly on Aditya Javvaji's consistency, as he scored 286 runs in the league stage. Meanwhile, seasoned spinner Aryan Cariappa spearheaded the bowling effort with 11 wickets, including a match-winning four-wicket haul. EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds have maintained a consistent and balanced campaign despite losing their initial two matches. Tanmay Agarwal has been their top scorer, accumulating 328 runs with two centuries, complemented by Chandan Sahani's contributions in the middle order. Their bowling unit has also performed well, with Rathlavath Dinesh taking nine wickets, while district star Narayana Teja and Shubham Sharma each added eight wickets to support effectively. With a spot in Qualifier 2 at stake, both teams understand there's no room for error. Risers approach the match with confidence and momentum, while Karimnagar relies on their well-rounded team and experience in big games. Qualifier 1: Hyderabad E-Champions vs Anvita Khammam Aces The second playoff is expected to be a match worthy of the final. Hyderabad E-Champions have set the standard in the tournament, remaining unbeaten throughout the league stage. Their achievements are due to strong team performances, highlighted by Abhirath Reddy's outstanding season with 418 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 220, including a century. Ganesh Gadugu, a district player, has been an excellent partner, adding 224 runs and finishing unbeaten three times. Ajay Dev Goud leads the tournament with 16 wickets, supported by Pranav Varma, who has taken nine wickets at a tight economy of 6.8 runs per over. Anvita Khammam Aces, known for their explosive batting, face a tough challenge. Kodimela Himateja tops the run charts with 430 runs, including a century and four fifties, averaging an impressive 107.5. Wafi Kachchhi and G Sai Krishna Reddy have reliably provided aggressive starts during the league, making the Aces one of the most formidable batting teams in the tournament. Their bowling performance has been consistent, with 16-year-old Ved Reddy taking 12 wickets, making him the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament. Meanwhile, skipper CV Milind has contributed with nine wickets over five matches. With a spot in the final directly on the line, fans can anticipate another exciting match between two of the tournament's top all-round teams. League stage offers unforgettable first season The first edition of TG20 has lived up to expectations, featuring high-scoring games, last-over finishes, commanding wins, and dramatic shifts in the fight for playoff spots. The tournament featured several memorable contests. Aces made a strong statement with a 20-run win over Palamuru Strikers in the first match, then continued to participate in a series of high-scoring games. A key moment of the league stage was when Indias T20I captain Tilak Varma delivered an extraordinary performance for Medak Falcons, scoring a remarkable century in a match that is likely to be remembered as one of the events most spectacular moments. Risers crafted the league stage story with a dramatic late push. Going into the last round, they required not only a win but also a significant improvement in their net run rate. They delivered spectacularly by defeating Warangal Warriors by 161 runs, securing the last playoff spot in one of the tournament's most thrilling outcomes, highlighted by Aaron George's outstanding 43-ball 91. The tournament featured numerous standout performances, including Kodimela Himateja and Abhirath Reddy scoring remarkable centuries. Tanmay Agarwal made two hundreds, Aman Rao set the highest individual score of 142, and several bowlers bowled game-changing spells. With the tournament entering its final stage, each run, wicket, and catch could decide who wins the inaugural TG20 trophy. Four qualified teams are still competing, but only one will make history as the league's first champions. The excitement will extend beyond cricket, as fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium can enjoy a grand celebration of Telangana's rich culture throughout the playoff week. Thursday's double-header will showcase Telangana's vibrant culture, highlighted by the lively Oggu Dollu drummers, followed by live sets from popular singers Madhu Priya, Bhole Shavali, and Hanumant. On Friday, Qualifier 2 will open with the traditional Dappulu dance, honoring the state's cultural heritage. The excitement will extend beyond cricket, as fans at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium can enjoy a grand celebration of Telangana's rich culture throughout the playoff week. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Popular playback singer Rahul Sipligunj will perform live, contributing to the festivities. Following his performance, an exciting sound, light, and laser show will take place, complemented by pyrotechnics during the mid-innings break. The stadium lights will dazzle in anticipation of the crowning of the inaugural champions. Article Source: IANS
ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI , Cricket Tips :Fans witnessed a low-scoring thriller in the first ODI between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh. Both teams struggled to bat on a tricky surface, and the highest individual score in the match was 33. Zimbabwe defended 141 and bowled Bangladesh out for 116. It was another bad day at the office for the visitors. Richard Ngarava has now started his ODI captaincy with a win. He will be looking to take this to the series win. The second ODI between these sides will begin at 1 PM IST on Thursday at Harare Sports Club. Litton Das is expected to return, which will be a big boost for the visitors. ZIM vs BAN: Match Details Date : July 9, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 1:00 PM IST Venue : Harare Sports Club, Harare ZIM vs BAN: Live Streaming Details The Indian fans can watch the live action of the ODI series on the FanCode mobile app or website. ZIM vs BAN: Head-to-Head in ODI Total Matches : 82 Zimbabwe : 31 Bangladesh : 51 No-result : 00 ZIM vs BAN: Ground Pitch Report The surface in Harare is tough to bat on, which is evident in the first game. This wicket has uneven bounce, and it is likely to get even slower as the game goes on. There is enough help for the fast bowlers, and we might see another low-scoring game on Thursday. ZIM vs BAN: Possible XIs Zimbabwe : Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Innocent Kaia, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Craig Ervine, Clive Madande (wk), Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Richard Ngarava (c), Blessing Muzarabani Bangladesh : Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mosaddek Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana ZIM vs BAN: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Innocent Kaia and Towhid Hridoy looked good for a while on the tough wicket in the first game. They will be the batters to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Nahid Rana has been in red-hot form and has taken three fifers in just 14 ODIs. He generates good pace and bounce, which makes him a tough bowler. Similarly, Blessing Muzarabani is someone who can trouble the batters with hood speed and pace and trouble the batters. Today Match Prediction: Zimbabwe have the momentum, and their batters are doing a little bit better on this wicket. Hence, Zimbabwe are expected to do well in this match. ZIM vs BAN Match 2nd ODI, Today Match ZIM vs BAN, ZIM vs BAN Prediction, ZIM vs BAN Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
'He Will Always Be Remembered': Jay Shah Mourns Shapoor Zadran's Passing
ICC Cricket World Cup: ICC chairman Jay Shah paid tribute to former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran following his death at the age of 38, remembering him as one of the key figures behind Afghanistan's remarkable rise in international cricket. Zadran passed away in India on Tuesday after a prolonged illness, a day before his 39th birthday. The left-arm pacer, who represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020, had been undergoing treatment in a New Delhi hospital after being diagnosed with stage four Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder. He had been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) in May after his condition worsened following recurring infections, dengue and a severe drop in his red blood cell count. His health problems began in October last year, after which he was advised to seek treatment in India. With the support of Afghanistan star Rashid Khan and Afghanistan Cricket Board chairman Mirwais Ashraf, his visa was fast-tracked, enabling him to be admitted to a New Delhi hospital in January. Paying his respects in a post on X, Shah hailed Zadran's contribution to Afghanistan cricket and recalled his memorable all-round display in the country's historic first-ever Cricket World Cup victory. Deeply saddened by the passing of former Afghan cricketer Shapoor Zadran at the age of 38. Shapoor played a significant role in Afghanistan's remarkable rise in international cricket and will always be remembered for his match-winning all-round performance against Scotland in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, which secured Afghanistan's first-ever World Cup victory, Shah wrote on X. Paying his respects in a post on X, Shah hailed Zadran's contribution to Afghanistan cricket and recalled his memorable all-round display in the country's historic first-ever Cricket World Cup victory. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Widely regarded as one of the pioneers of Afghanistan cricket, Zadran played a crucial role in the national team's rise on the international stage and will always be remembered for his match-winning all-round performance against Scotland that secured Afghanistan's maiden Cricket World Cup victory in 2015. Article Source: IANS
4th T20I: India Search For Answers As Confident England Close In On Series Triumph (Preview)
Sony Sports Network TV: Every bilateral series eventually reaches a point where experimentation gives way to urgency. For India, that moment has arrived, and trailing 0-2 in the five-match T20I series after the rain-abandoned opener, Shreyas Iyer's side enter Thursday's fourth T20I at County Ground knowing there is no room left for error. Another defeat will not only hand England the series but also raise uncomfortable questions over India's planning in the first assignment of the new leadership group. More than the results themselves, the manner of India's defeats has become a concern. England have dictated terms from the outset, exposing technical flaws against high-quality fast bowling and capitalising on moments when India have looked uncertain with both team selection and on-field tactics. The visitors' batting has rarely settled. England's quicks have consistently struck with the new ball, denying India the platform needed for their middle order to build an innings. Even when partnerships have threatened to develop, wickets have arrived in clusters, preventing any sustained recovery. That puts the spotlight firmly on India's team sheet. The biggest decision revolves around Sanju Samson. Left out after the opening fixture, the experienced batter has watched from the sidelines while teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been backed at the top. Whether India continue investing in youth or turn to Samson's experience could shape not only Thursday's contest but also the direction of the batting order. Should Samson return, the management may have to reshuffle the middle order rather than disturb the opening combination. Vice-captain Tilak Varma has endured a difficult series with the bat, while the finishing unit has not delivered the impact expected in pressure situations. Tactical calls have also come under scrutiny after India's batting order appeared unsettled during the heavy defeat in Nottingham. Bowling has offered little relief either. India's pace attack has produced moments of promise without sustaining pressure, while the spin department has struggled to influence proceedings during the middle overs. The lack of breakthroughs has allowed England's aggressive batting unit to dictate the tempo throughout the series. England, by contrast, have steadily gathered momentum. Phil Salt's fluent return to form has added further firepower to an already dangerous top order, while Harry Brook has marshalled the side confidently. Their biggest weapon, though, has undoubtedly been the new-ball partnership of Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue. The duo have repeatedly unsettled India's batters with express pace, awkward bounce and relentless attacking lengths. Having built rhythm together over recent weeks, Archer's experience and Tongue's aggression have complemented each other perfectly, giving England early control in both completed matches. Confidence is also reflected in England's fielding and game management. They have seized momentum whenever opportunities have arisen and shown little hesitation in pressing home their advantage. For India, Thursday is about more than avoiding a series defeat. It is a chance to demonstrate adaptability in unfamiliar conditions, justify the faith placed in a new captain, and show that lessons from the opening three games have been absorbed quickly. England, meanwhile, will view Bristol as an opportunity to finish the job. Another disciplined all-round display would secure the series before the teams head to Southampton for the final match, while India will be desperate to ensure there is still something left to play for on Saturday. When: Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 PM IST Where: County Ground, Bristol Where to watch: The series will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network TV channels and live-streamed on the JioHotstar app Squads: Where to watch: The series will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network TV channels and live-streamed on the JioHotstar app Also Read: Live Cricket Score England: Harry Brook (c), Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue, Jordan Cox, Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Saqib Mahmood, Rehan Ahmed, James Coles. Article Source: IANS
Former SA ODI Captain Johan Botha Appointed Consultant Of Netherlands Mens Team
ICC Cricket World Cup League: Former South Africa ODI captain Johan Botha has been appointed as a consultant to the Netherlands men's cricket team for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 (CWCL2) matches against Namibia and Nepal later this month. The matches are scheduled to be played at Kampong in Utrecht, starting on July 21. Botha, 44, represented South Africa in 78 ODIs and 40 T20Is, including captaining them in ten 50-over games. He joins the Dutch setup immediately after resigning from his dual roles as head coach of Australian domestic side Queensland Bulls and Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Brisbane Heat, despite having a year left on his contract. I really look forward to joining the Netherlands team in this important period in the World Cup League 2 against Namibia and Nepal. Having tracked their progress over the past few years, it will be great to work with the players, coaches, and staff, Botha said in a statement on Wednesday. Welcoming the appointment, KNCB (Dutch Cricket Board) High Performance Board Member Sybrand Engelbrecht praised Botha's extensive global coaching credentials. Were very pleased to have Johan on board. He is an extremely experienced coach, with stints at the PSL, CPL, MLC, Big Bash and Queensland cricket, he said. I really look forward to joining the Netherlands team in this important period in the World Cup League 2 against Namibia and Nepal. Having tracked their progress over the past few years, it will be great to work with the players, coaches, and staff, Botha said in a statement on Wednesday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Netherlands squad for the CWCL2 matches will be announced shortly after July 9. They will play their first match against Nepal on July 23, before taking on Namibia on July 25. Netherlands will also take on Nepal and Namibia in the reverse fixtures on July 29 and 31 respectively. Article Source: IANS
Babar Azam Set For T20I Captaincy Return After Regaining Test Leadership: Report
Pakistan Cricket Board: Pakistan batter Babar Azam could be set for another stint as the country's T20I captain, with reports suggesting the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering restoring him to the role ahead of the team's upcoming assignments. According to a report by Pakistani publication Daily Ausaf, the PCB is weighing a leadership change in the shortest format following an assessment of the national team's recent performances. If the move is approved, Babar is expected to replace Salman Ali Agha, who has been leading the side during the team's transition phase. The development comes shortly after Babar regained Pakistan's Test captaincy, indicating that the board may once again be placing its faith in one of the country's most experienced leaders across formats. No official confirmation has been issued by the PCB, but the report said Babar has emerged as the leading candidate to take charge of the T20I side once again as Pakistan begins preparations for upcoming international fixtures and future ICC events. Babar previously captained Pakistan across all three formats and enjoyed considerable success in T20 internationals. Under his leadership, Pakistan reached the semifinals of the 2021 T20 World Cup before finishing runners-up in the 2022 edition. He also recorded one of the best winning percentages among Pakistan's T20I captains during his previous tenure. Current skipper Salman Ali Agha is expected to remain part of Pakistan's plans even if the captaincy changes hands, with the report indicating that the PCB continues to value his role within the squad. Babar previously captained Pakistan across all three formats and enjoyed considerable success in T20 internationals. Under his leadership, Pakistan reached the semifinals of the 2021 T20 World Cup before finishing runners-up in the 2022 edition. He also recorded one of the best winning percentages among Pakistan's T20I captains during his previous tenure. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The report added that an official announcement is expected only after the PCB completes its internal discussions and finalises the squad for Pakistan's next T20I series. Until then, the board has not commented publicly on the speculation surrounding the captaincy. Article Source: IANS
4th T20I: When And Where To Watch ENG Vs IND, Know All Details
Sony Sports Network TV: India face a must-win situation when they meet England in the fourth T20I at County Ground on Thursday, with the visitors needing a victory to keep the five-match series alive after slipping 0-2 behind. The opening fixture was washed out, but England have dominated the two completed matches, capping their resurgence with a crushing 125-run victory at Trent Bridge, India's heaviest defeat in T20 Internationals. With the batting unit struggling to cope with England's pace and bounce, the focus has shifted to whether India's think tank will make changes to arrest the slide. The biggest talking point surrounds Sanju Samson, who has been on the sidelines after making way for teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. India now face the challenge of deciding whether to restore the experienced batter without unsettling the balance of the top order. The middle order has also failed to provide stability, while India's bowling attack has lacked penetration during crucial phases. The spinners, expected to control the middle overs, have been unable to apply sustained pressure, leaving the pace attack with too much to do. England, meanwhile, have little reason to alter a combination that has excelled in all departments. Phil Salt's return to form has strengthened the batting, while the fast-bowling pair of Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue have consistently dismantled India's top order with pace and movement. For India captain Shreyas Iyer, Thursday's contest presents an opportunity to register his first victory since taking charge and inject momentum ahead of the series finale. Another defeat, however, would hand England the series with a game to spare and intensify scrutiny over India's selections and tactical decisions. When: Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 PM IST Where: County Ground, Bristol Where to watch: The series will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network TV channels and live-streamed on the JioHotstar app Squads: Where to watch: The series will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network TV channels and live-streamed on the JioHotstar app Also Read: Live Cricket Score England: Harry Brook (c), Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jofra Archer, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue, Jordan Cox, Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Saqib Mahmood, Rehan Ahmed, James Coles. Article Source: IANS
T20I Batting Rankings: India's Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma retained the top two positions in the latest ICC Men's T20I Batting Rankings, even as several England players made significant gains following the hosts' dominant start to the five-match series against India. England, who hold a 2-0 lead after the opening match was washed out, produced a record 125-run victory in the third T20I, India's biggest-ever defeat in the format, with the performances reflected in the weekly rankings update. Jacob Bethell was among the biggest movers, climbing seven places to No. 8 in the T20I batting rankings after his unbeaten 76 off 46 balls guided England to victory in the second T20I. Sam Curran enjoyed gains across all three disciplines after claiming 3/33 in the second match before smashing an unbeaten 41 in England's emphatic win in the third. He rose 12 places to No. 108 in the T20I batting rankings, climbed 12 spots to joint 71st among bowlers, and advanced six places to joint 13th in the all-rounders' list. Veteran leg-spinner Adil Rashid moved up one place to No. 3 in the T20I bowling rankings after returning figures of 2/14 in the third T20I, while pacer Josh Tongue, who claimed four wickets in only his second T20I appearance, entered the rankings at joint 301st. Will Jacks also made progress after contributing with the ball during the series, climbing six places to break into the top 10 of the T20I all-rounders' rankings at No. 7. Despite India's difficult start under new T20I captain Shreyas Iyer, the batter made a massive leap of 425 places to joint 93rd in the batting rankings after scoring 68 in the rain-hit opening game and 37 in the second match. In the Test rankings, Sri Lanka opener Lahiru Udara climbed 52 places to No. 85 after registering a career-best 188 against the West Indies in the second Test, while Kamindu Mendis moved up two places to sixth following his aggregate of 128 runs in the drawn match. Fast bowler Asitha Fernando, who claimed the only five-wicket haul of the Test, advanced two places to No. 20 in the bowling rankings. For the West Indies, Justin Greaves jumped 14 places to No. 49 after his fighting 180 helped the hosts secure a draw and seal the Sobers-Tissera Trophy, while Shai Hope rose six places to No. 51 following his century. Fast bowler Asitha Fernando, who claimed the only five-wicket haul of the Test, advanced two places to No. 20 in the bowling rankings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Zimbabwe's pace trio also reaped rewards for defending 141 successfully. Richard Ngarava improved one place to No. 19, Brad Evans jumped 17 spots to No. 111, while Blessing Muzarabani also climbed 17 places to No. 33 in the ODI bowling rankings. Article Source: IANS
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WI Hand Maiden Senior Call-up To Teenage Sensation Vitel Lawes For NZ ODIs
Cricket West Indies: Cricket West Indies (CWI) has named 19-year-old wrist spinner Vitel Lawes in the squad for the opening three ODIs against New Zealand, to be played in Guyana and Barbados from July 11, handing the promising youngster his maiden senior international call-up. Lawes, who has been training with the senior squad since the pre-series camp ahead of the home assignment, earned his first selection after impressing at the ICC Under-19 World Cup earlier this year. The leg-spinner was named in the tournament's Team of the Tournament after claiming 10 wickets and bowling the highest number of dot balls during the competition. To aid his transition into international cricket, former West Indies spinner Nikita Miller has been added to the team management group for the Guyana leg of the series to provide specialist coaching support. Head coach Daren Sammy said Lawes' inclusion forms part of the team's long-term planning ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in 2027. Every series we play from here on leading up to the 50-over World Cup, we view them as must-win scenarios. The matches against New Zealand provide the best opportunity for us to continue our improvement as an ODI unit while winning more matches for the people of the Caribbean, Sammy said in an official release. The inclusion of Vitel Lawes is strategic as we continue our long-term vision of exposing players who can complement the team in conditions that best suit their skill sets, he added. The squad is largely unchanged from the group that featured in the recent ODI series against Sri Lanka. Captain Shai Hope will continue to lead the side, while Keemo Paul has been recalled after all-rounder Shamar Springer made himself unavailable following the passing of his mother. Cricket West Indies extended its condolences to Springer and his family. Meanwhile, Shimron Hetmyer has been granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to fulfil his commitments in Major League Cricket and will miss the Guyana leg of the series. Captain Shai Hope will continue to lead the side, while Keemo Paul has been recalled after all-rounder Shamar Springer made himself unavailable following the passing of his mother. Cricket West Indies extended its condolences to Springer and his family. Also Read: Live Cricket Score West Indies squad (first three ODIs): Shai Hope (captain), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Vitel Lawes, Gudakesh Motie, Keemo Paul, Sherfane Rutherford and Jayden Seales. Article Source: IANS
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Best Birthday Gift Ever: Sourav Ganguly On Biopics First-look Poster
The Sourav Ganguly Story: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday described the unveiling of the first-look poster of his biopic, Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story, on his 54th birthday as the best birthday gift ever. The film, starring National Award-winning actor Rajkummar Rao, is set to release in theatres on May 14 next year. Sharing his reaction after the poster launch, Ganguly said the occasion had made his birthday even more special. Birthdays are always special and unveiling the first look of my biopic Dada The Sourav Ganguly Story today makes this one even more memorable. It is indeed the best birthday gift ever, he expressed. The former skipper said the artwork transported him back to one of the defining moments of his cricket career while expressing confidence in Rajkummar Rao's portrayal of his journey. The poster brings back a highly cherished moment from my cricketing journey. Rajkummar has approached the role with great sincerity and commitment, he added. Extending his wishes to the makers, Ganguly hoped audiences would turn out in large numbers when the biographical drama arrives in cinemas next year. I wish him and the entire team my very best and I hope fans enjoy the movie on the big screen on 14th May 2027, he stated. The first-look poster, unveiled by Rajkummar Rao on Ganguly's birthday, recreates one of the most iconic celebrations in Indian cricket history. The actor is seen standing shirtless on the Lord's balcony, reliving Ganguly's unforgettable shirt-waving celebration after India's dramatic victory in the 2002 NatWest Trophy final, with a giant Indian tricolour forming the backdrop. Extending his wishes to the makers, Ganguly hoped audiences would turn out in large numbers when the biographical drama arrives in cinemas next year. I wish him and the entire team my very best and I hope fans enjoy the movie on the big screen on 14th May 2027, he stated. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Under Ganguly's captaincy, India also shared the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy title with Sri Lanka, reached the final of the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup, and lifted the NatWest Trophy in 2002, the triumph immortalised by his celebration at Lord's that now serves as the centrepiece of the film's first-look poster. Article Source: IANS
'Thinking big' helps Greaves turn a corner with match-defining 180
I've seen a change from the last year and it's working, head coach Daren Sammy says of Justin Greaves, the Player of the Series in the 1-0 win over Sri Lanka
'It' Was An Abject Surrender': Kumble On India's Collapse Against England In 3rd T20I
New Delhi: Former India spinner Anil Kumble has labelled India's batting collapse against England in the third T20I an abject surrender by Men in Blue and stated it was not expected from a world champion side o cave in like that. England produced a clinical all-round performance to thrash Team India by 125 runs, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening game was washed out. The loss also marked the first time India have been defeated by a margin of over 100 runs in men's T20Is. Batting England piled up an imposing 201/7 in their 20 overs, riding on a fluent 70 off 44 balls from Phil Salt. In response, India crumbled under sustained pressure from Englands pace attack as the visitors were crumbled for 76 in 11.4 overs. It was an abject surrender by the Indian team. You don't expect a world champion side to cave in like that. England's bowlers were right on the money. Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue stuck to a clear plan. They bowled short, they bowled quick, and they kept the pressure on. Both were clocking over 145 kmph, making life difficult for the Indian batters, who couldn't free their arms or find any rhythm, Kumble said on JioStar. The Indian batters needed to show more patience and application, but everyone just tried to attack instead of absorbing the pressure. Yes, the required rate was over 10, but someone had to take responsibility and bat deep. Instead, they went the aggressive route and paid the price with a batting collapse. It was a disappointing surrender by the Indian batting line up, he added. Reflecting on how constant changes in the playing XI are hurting India, Kumble pointed out the fact that bowlers were keep changing and advised Shreyas Iyer to stick with his five bowlers, higliting that batters can scores runs but bowlers can win matches. The Indian team has made too many changes to their lineup and that needs to stop. The batting has stayed mostly the same. Yes, Sanju has been dropped and Vaibhav has come in, but other than that, it's almost the same. But the bowlers keep changing. Prasidh Krishna was dropped after one bad game against Ireland. Prince Yadav came in, bowled well, and picked three wickets in the second T20I, but India still lost that game. As a new captain, you need to stick with your five bowlers. Batters will score runs, but bowlers win you matches, he said. Reflecting on how constant changes in the playing XI are hurting India, Kumble pointed out the fact that bowlers were keep changing and advised Shreyas Iyer to stick with his five bowlers, higliting that batters can scores runs but bowlers can win matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Also, the decision of sending out Harshit Rana to bat ahead of a more complete batter like Shivam Dube was wrong. In T20 cricket, you put your best batters upfront. You can't expect a number eight guy to win you a game by sending him to bat ahead of a proven guy. That's not how things work in modern day cricket. Article Source: IANS
Takes A Little Time When You Reset: Gambhir Backs India After England Thrashing
T20 World Cup: India head coach Gautam Gambhir threw his weight behind the team's rebuilding process after England crushed the visitors by 125 runs in the third T20I at Trent Bridge, saying a reset in personnel was always likely to bring inconsistent performances. The defeat left India trailing 2-0 in the five-match series after the opening match was washed out, with England also inching closer to sealing the series with two games remaining. Backing his young squad despite the heavy loss on Tuesday, Gambhir pointed to the overhaul that has taken place since India's T20 World Cup triumph. If you see, there have been changes to this T20 team. When you go to reset your T20 side, then many times you get such performances. If you see the playing XI of the World Cup final and the one today, there are a lot of changes. Whether you take the captain, the opening batters... Hardik Pandya is not there, Jasprit Bumrah is not there. So when you go to reset again, it takes a little time, the head coach told reporters during the post-match press conference. India were bundled out for 76 while chasing 202, but Gambhir refused to read too much into a solitary poor outing. I think we just haven't played well. You don't become a bad team after four games. Sometimes, if the opposition plays better than you... sometimes you don't assess the conditions better, you don't read the conditions better. Reading the game is equally important as well. We haven't done that since Ireland, he added. The former India stalwart said the inexperience in the squad also needed to be factored into the assessment. A 15-year-old player is opening the batting, you have Prince Yadav who just played his second T20I. There's Harshit Rana who is just coming back from injury. It's very easy to say things but ultimately we see the results and no doubt, results are important in international cricket. But being practical is also very important. Many times you give time to the players to grow, to develop. But especially against such a team - England are a high-quality side - if you push players into such a deep sea, give them a little time and they will eventually develop. Because after a reset, things take time to get back to normal, he expressed. Gambhir also felt India failed to adapt to the conditions, particularly in assessing the breeze and the contrasting boundary dimensions, while urging the middle order to shoulder greater responsibility. Because sometimes, it's a small thing, but Breeze can play a huge part as well. Sometimes, one side, where the dimensions are much bigger than the other side, that is important as well. So these small, small things in a T20 game can make a huge difference. And sometimes what happens is when everyone in the batting line-up starts playing high risk, high reward, sometimes these things can happen. So probably, in the middle-order, the experienced guys who've played enough international cricket need to adapt and probably play according to the situation as well, he stated. Drawing parallels with India's successful T20 World Cup campaign, Gambhir said the current batting group lacked the stabilising role played by the middle order on that occasion. We did that during the World Cup as well. Our top three was firing and we wanted to get that high risk, high reward, but then we had 4 or 5 who were still able to build the innings and probably anchor it as well. That is something that we've lacked today and that's why we got the result. Again, I think it boils down to probably reading the game situation. I think that is something that we've lacked today, he mentioned. While acknowledging India's struggles against pace, Gambhir maintained that the team's attacking approach would remain intact, saying, I don't know what England is going to try and do, but we have got to keep getting better at playing pace. And more importantly, I thought that today was probably one of the off days, because if you see the last two T20Is, we have got 190 on the board in both. So sometimes when you play a high-risk kind of game, these things can happen. Responding to questions over Sanju Samson's absence, Gambhir said selection would continue to be based on form and team requirements. While acknowledging India's struggles against pace, Gambhir maintained that the team's attacking approach would remain intact, saying, I don't know what England is going to try and do, but we have got to keep getting better at playing pace. And more importantly, I thought that today was probably one of the off days, because if you see the last two T20Is, we have got 190 on the board in both. So sometimes when you play a high-risk kind of game, these things can happen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He reiterated that performances would remain the sole criterion for selection. And more importantly, ultimately the international cricket is about results. So whatever we feel is the best combination to give us the results, we play that combination, we play that playing XI. And that is what I have always been a big believer that everyone needs to earn their place. Article Source: IANS
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NZC Confirm Casual Contracts For Allen, Ferguson, Milne & Seifert
ICC Cricket World Cups: White-ball specialists Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne, and Tim Seifert have received casual playing agreements for the 2026-27 period, New Zealand Cricket said on Wednesday. Allen, Ferguson and Seifert were among those with casual deals for the previous year while fast bowler Milne has been added for the next 12 months starting August 1. The quartet, who are all contracted on casual playing agreements for the current period, will be available for white-ball series against India in October and November and two ICC Cricket World Cups on the horizon in late 2027 and 2028. It goes without saying the talent and match-winning abilities all four players possess and weve seen them do just that for the Black Caps on many occasions. Their skills are in demand around the world and we see that as a positive as theyre able to add to their experiences and bring those back to our environment, selector Gavin Larsen said. NZC said that the players remain part of the high performance system, receiving coaching, medical and mental skills support, alongside access to gym and cricket facilities. Seifert, who is currently playing for Seattle in Major League Cricket, said he was appreciative of receiving the casual contract. My passion and motivation to play for the Black Caps and represent our country remains as strong as ever. The casual contract allows the flexibility to play in some of the different leagues around the world, while still remaining part of the Black Caps programme. The upcoming India tour to New Zealand is going to be an amazing occasion, and Im certainly keen to be involved. With two ICC white-ball World Cups also on the horizon theres plenty of exciting cricket to look forward to, he said. Larsen confirmed the players were part of selection planning for the upcoming white-ball series against India in October and November. The upcoming India tour to New Zealand is going to be an amazing occasion, and Im certainly keen to be involved. With two ICC white-ball World Cups also on the horizon theres plenty of exciting cricket to look forward to, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score NZC further said of those casually contracted from the past year, Kane Williamson comes off the list following his international retirement, Devon Conway has returned to the central contract list announced in June, and Jimmy Neesham has shifted to a domestic contract with Auckland Cricket. Article Source: IANS
West Indies Seal First Home Test Series Win in Four Years After Draw Against Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Tour of West Indies 2026, 2nd Test: West Indies completed their first home Test series triumph for four years when the second and final match against Sri Lanka petered out into a tame, rain-affected draw on the last day at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Tuesday. Needing victory to square the series after a crushing innings loss in the first Test a week earlier at the same venue, the tourists declared their second innings at 251 for nine just after lunch, setting their hosts the daunting target of 302 in less than two sessions for a sweep of the two-match duel. However the West Indies' opening pair of John Campbell and Brandon King put together an unbroken opening stand of 89, interrupted first by a brief shower and by longer, sustained precipitation which extinguished any prospect of an outright result either way. Fulfilling the often bewildering and tedious formalities of the traditional game in situations like this, play resumed in late afternoon for 40 minutes of aimless cricket when the match was called off as a draw with the West Indies at 109 with loss. Both Campbell and King were unbeaten on 51 apiece. West Indies' last Test series win on home soil was a 2-0 hammering of Bangladesh in 2022 when comfortable victories were achieved at this venue and then at the Daren Sammy Stadium in St Lucia. Their last series victory over Sri Lanka was in 2003 at home when they prevailed 1-0 in a similar two-match contest. I think this is, by far, my greatest achievement as a West Indies player, said home captain Roston Chase before receiving the Sobers-Tissera Trophy, the symbol of Test supremacy between the two sides which was introduced for the series in Sri Lanka in 2015. Usually the bowlers do the hard work for the team but in this series the batsmen really stood out. Not just hundreds but big hundreds. I believe if the batting can keep clicking consistently, given the quality of our bowling, we can once again become a top Test-playing nation. - 'No X-factor' - Starting the final morning at 92 for two in their second innings, an overall lead of 142, the Sri Lankan overnight pair of Dinesh Chandimal and Kamindu Mendis made intentions clear from the outset. They looked for every opportunity to score to give captain Dhananjaya de Silva a realistic option of at least trying to declare to force a series-saving victory. This pitch hasn't been turning much and we don't have that X factor in our team, like someone bowling 140-145 kph, was de Silva's immediate observation on the timing of the push for victory on the last day. My focus in playing Test cricket is taking 20 wickets and we need to have the quality bowling to do such a job for us. Mendis fell to Jayden Seales for 44 while Chandimal continued to play his shots, the former captain getting to 71 off 107 balls with two sixes and four fours before he was next out, Kavem Hodge coming up with an excellent diving catch at backward-point off the bowling of Alzarri Joseph. Wickets fell at regular intervals thereafter with the Sri Lankans continuing to take chances in seeking to accelerate the scoring. As a result, all six bowlers used by West Indies captain Roston Chase, including himself and part-time spinner Hodge, were able to benefit from the risk-taking. Joseph had the best figures of two for 44. West Indies now shift focus to a five-match one-day international series against New Zealand after which they return to the Test format for back-to-back matches against Pakistan in Trinidad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Having not played any Test cricket for a year before this assignment in the Caribbean, the Sri Lankans return home for two Tests against India in Galle and Colombo, beginning in five weeks' time.
Shreyas Iyer Slams India's Atrocious Performance After Record 125-Run T20I Defeat to England
Captain Shreyas Iyer described India's performance as 'atrocious and awful' after suffering a huge 125-run loss against England in the third T20I , which is their biggest T20I defeat by runs. England produced a clinical all-round performance to thrash Team India by 125 runs, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening game was washed out. The loss also marked the first time India have been defeated by a margin of over 100 runs in men's T20Is. I think it was atrocious. I couldn't use a better word, honestly, Iyer said at the post-match press conference. Losing by such a big margin is definitely not acceptable, First things first, I feel that we need to accept this loss and completely go back to the drawing board and see what we did wrong. Looking at the wicket, I don't think that it was a 200 wicket, first of all, to start with. But other than that, the way we batted, we lost four wickets in the power play. I think that itself didn't create a momentum and definitely I feel that we lost over there, Iyer said. Asked to bat first, England piled up an imposing 201/7 in their 20 overs, riding on a fluent 70 off 44 balls from Phil Salt. The opener struck aggressively at the top before Sam Currans late cameo of 41 off just 24 deliveries ensured the hosts crossed the 200-run mark. In reply, Indias batting crumbled under sustained pressure from Englands pace attack. Chasing 202, the visitors were bundled out for just 76 in 11.4 overs, suffering one of their heaviest defeats in T20I cricket. I think you can plan a lot once you're there in the team meeting. But once you come to the ground, you need to adapt as quickly as possible and try to figure out what lengths are important to bowl on a particular wicket. Like this today, the hard lengths were helping the bowlers pretty well. I think we didn't execute that much, said Iyer And even in our batting, I think when you're chasing 200, you need to pace up your innings. You need to have a set of pattern how you're going to go about that inning. So we fell a bit short in terms of that. So definitely execution was awful, he added. I think you can plan a lot once you're there in the team meeting. But once you come to the ground, you need to adapt as quickly as possible and try to figure out what lengths are important to bowl on a particular wicket. Like this today, the hard lengths were helping the bowlers pretty well. I think we didn't execute that much, said Iyer Also Read: Live Cricket Score We've played awful cricket for sure, but a lot of learnings from it as well. Players have to start thinking how to basically make an impact or create that momentum towards the team. So definitely every individual have to think by himself and see how they can win the matches and take that sort of responsibility, he conlcuded. Article Source: IANS
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3rd T20I: England Crush India By 125 Runs To Take Commanding 2-0 Lead In Five-match Series
T20 World Cup: England produced a clinical all-round performance to thrash Team India by 125 runs in the third T20I at Trent Bridge, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening game was washed out. With two more matches to go, England can't lose this series against the reigning T20 World Cup winner. Asked to bat first, England piled up an imposing 201/7 in their 20 overs, riding on a fluent 70 off 44 balls from Phil Salt. The opener struck aggressively at the top before Sam Currans late cameo of 41 off just 24 deliveries ensured the hosts crossed the 200-run mark. Jos Buttler chipped in with 36, while England recovered well despite losing a couple of quick wickets in the middle overs. For India, debutant Prince Yadav was the standout bowler, claiming 2-30 and making an immediate impact by dismissing Harry Brook and later removing the dangerous Salt. The visitors also effected three run-outs but failed to contain Englands scoring rate in the death overs. In reply, Indias batting crumbled under sustained pressure from Englands pace attack. Chasing 202, the visitors were bundled out for just 76 in 11.4 overs, suffering one of their heaviest defeats in T20I cricket. Englands bowlers struck regularly, leaving India with no opportunity to build partnerships as wickets fell in clusters throughout the innings. The comprehensive victory gives England complete control of the series, while India must win the remaining two matches to avoid a series defeat. In reply, Indias batting crumbled under sustained pressure from Englands pace attack. Chasing 202, the visitors were bundled out for just 76 in 11.4 overs, suffering one of their heaviest defeats in T20I cricket. Englands bowlers struck regularly, leaving India with no opportunity to build partnerships as wickets fell in clusters throughout the innings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England 201/7 in 20 overs (Phil Salt 70, Sam Curran 41*, Jos Buttler 36; Prince Yadav 2-30) beat India 76 all out in 11.4 overs (Josh Tongue 4-28, Jofra Archer 3-29, Adil Rashid 2-14) by 125 runs. Article Source: IANS
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3rd T20I: Prince, Harshit Claim Two Each As Salt's Fifty Helps England Post 201/7
Prince Yadav: Prince Yadav and Harshit Rana claimed two wickets each, but England rode on a 43-ball 70 by opener Phil Salt and some late hitting by Sam Curran (41*) to post a challenging 201/7 in 20 overs in the crucial third T20I of the five-match series at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Tuesday. Yadav, who was brought in place of Ravi Bishnoi for his first match against England, claimed his first two international wickets in claiming 2-30 while Rana bagged two in two balls in the middle overs for 2-40 as India fought back after Salt and Jos Buttler (38) had given the hosts a slow but good start in what is a must-win match for the visitors who have lost the second match in Manchester after the first game was abandoned without a result because of heavy rains. They reached 49/1 in the Power-play with Buttler back in the den after being castled by him with a yorker, which deflected off the batter's toes onto the leg stump, for his first wicket, The pacer from Uttar Pradesh then got England captain Harry Brook, getting him to offer a catch to Abhishek Sharma for 16 off 12 balls. Rana then got into the act, taking the wickets of dangerman Jacob Bethell (13) and Tom Banton off successive balls as England slipped to 111/4 at the 12th end of the 12th over. Salt, who had kept going from the other end, raised 47 runs for the fifth wicket with Curran, going on to reach his fifty in 36 balls, hitting six boundaries and one six. He was eventually out for 70 off 43 balls, caught by Arshdeep Singh off Axar Patel. He slammed seven fours and three sixes, claiming 18 runs in one over before Axar had the last laugh. Curran then took over the mantle of scoring quick runs for England, hammering four fours in his 24-ball 41 not out. Will Jacks struck a couple of sixes in his 14 off seven balls to help propel England past 200. This is the first time that India will be chasing 200 against England in a T20I, as they need to win the match to prevent the hosts from taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series with two matches remaining. Curran then took over the mantle of scoring quick runs for England, hammering four fours in his 24-ball 41 not out. Will Jacks struck a couple of sixes in his 14 off seven balls to help propel England past 200. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England 201/7 in 20 overs (Phil Salt 70, Sam Curran 41*, Jos Buttler 36; Prince Yadav 2-30, Harshit Rana 2-40) against India Article Source: IANS
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TG20 Season 1: Tanmays Second Ton Confirms Playoff Spot For Karimnagar Diamonds
Skipper Tanmay Agarwal: Skipper Tanmay Agarwal led the way with a sensational century to guide EIPL & eleve Karimnagar Diamonds into the playoffs with a commanding 73-run victory over Palamuru Strikers in the Hyderabad Cricket Association's TG20s first match in Hyderabad on Tuesday. Tanmay scored his second ton of the tournament, registering a brilliant 109 off 58 balls to help Diamonds post 216/5 with support from Satwik Reddy (32 off 22) and Narayana Teja (23* off 8). Shubham Sharma (3/16) and Rathlavath Dinesh (3/27) starred in the bowling department to help Diamonds secure their playoff spot. With this result, three teams for the TG20 playoffs have been confirmed. Ranga Reddy Risers, who are scheduled to play against Warangal Warriors in the second game of the day, will need a miracle to leapfrog Anurag Nalgonda Knights, who are currently in fourth place. The fourth-placed team at the end of the final league stage game will face Diamonds in the Eliminator on Thursday at 2:15 PM. Meanwhile, Hyderabad E-Champions and Anvita Khammam Aces will compete in Qualifier 1 on the same day at 7:15 PM. Put in to bat first, openers Tanmay Agarwal and Satwik Reddy (32 off 22) gave Diamonds a steady start, laying the platform in the powerplay. They were watchful in the first three overs before Satwik broke the shackles with five consecutive boundaries, scoring 20 runs off the fourth over. His skipper also contributed by finding the boundary consistently as the two notched 66 runs in the Power-play. Strikers pulled things back slightly after the field restrictions were lifted, conceding only 10 runs off the next two overs. They made that pressure count, with Ashwad Rajiv getting the better of Satwik and breaking the 77-run opening stand. Chandan Sahani (16 off 14) combined for a 24-ball 44-run partnership with Tanmay in the middle overs. They scored 25 off Nipun Reddy in the 12th over to ensure that they keep scoring at a healthy rate. The Diamonds' captain did most of the damage in that over, scoring 20 runs as he amassed his half-century in 36 balls. Ashwad bagged his second wicket against the run of play as Chandan holed out to him in the following over. Despite the setback, Tanmay was rollicking along, displaying an array of strokes to punish the Strikers bowlers as he registered his second ton of the season. He got to the landmark in 55 balls, with his splendid knock including eleven fours and six sixes. Trying to force the issue in the death overs, Tanmay eventually succumbed to Rishab Baslas in the 17th over. Strikers kept chipping away towards the backend of the innings with Afreedi Ahmed and Nishanth Sen Reddy dismissing Hrishikesh Sharma (15 off 11) and Rahul Radesh (10 off 7) respectively. Even though Diamonds lost wickets in a cluster, they managed a strong finish courtesy of Narayana Tejas cameo. Sixteen of those runs came in the final three balls of the innings, helping his side post 216/5. In the run chase, Manikanteshwar Reddy (19 off 11) and Vignesh Reddy laid down a marker of intent early, scoring 28 runs off the first couple of overs. Shubham Sharma put a halt to the momentum as he dismissed Vignesh (9 off 9) in the third over. Rathlavath Dinesh outfoxed Manikanteshwar in the following over, triggering a collapse for the Strikers. Rohit Rayudu (5 off 6) also fell to Harish Thakur in the powerplay to have the Diamonds reeling at 39/3 at the end of six overs. The procession continued as Narayana bagged the wicket of Afreedi Ahmed, while Ashish Srivastav scalped Pragnay Reddy (4 off 5) to sink the Strikers deeper into trouble at 46/5. In that pivotal phase of play, the batting side lost five wickets for 18 runs. Samhith Reddy and Shadab Ahmed stabilised the innings by building a 52-run stand, with both batters showing impressive temperament in a tricky situation. The rain also temporarily provided some respite for the batting side after the halfway mark, with the score at 76/5. After the resumption, Shubham Sharma bagged a couple of wickets. He initially trapped Shadab lbw in the fourteenth over before plucking a superb caught and bowled to dismiss Nishanth Sen in the sixteenth over. Dinesh then got the better of Rishab Bislas and Nipun Reddy to all but seal the deal. Samhith was the only positive for the Strikers at the end of the contest, as he registered his half-century in 39 balls. He scored an unbeaten 67 off 46 balls to drag his side to 143/9. After the resumption, Shubham Sharma bagged a couple of wickets. He initially trapped Shadab lbw in the fourteenth over before plucking a superb caught and bowled to dismiss Nishanth Sen in the sixteenth over. Dinesh then got the better of Rishab Bislas and Nipun Reddy to all but seal the deal. Also Read: Live Cricket Score EIPL & eleve Karimnagar Diamonds 216/5 in 20 overs (Tanmay Agarwal 109, Satwik Reddy 32, Ashwad Rajiv 2/23) bt Palamuru Strikers 143/9 in 20 overs (Samhith Reddy 67*, Shadab Ahmed 24; Rathlavath Dinesh 3/27, Shubham Sharma 3/16, TVS Narayana Teja 1/16) by 73 runs. Article Source: IANS
Life Won't Be The Same Without You': Rashid, Nabi, Shastri Lead Tributes To Shapoor Zadran
May Allah Almighty: Tributes poured in from across the cricketing world after former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness. The 38-year-old, one of the pioneers of Afghanistan cricket, died a day before his 39th birthday after battling stage four Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder, while undergoing treatment in a hospital in New Delhi. Afghanistan star Rashid Khan led the condolences, remembering Zadran as a close friend whose impact extended far beyond the cricket field. With a heavy heart, I say goodbye to a truly wonderful friend. Thank you for the laughter, the memories, and the kindness you shared with everyone around you. Life won't be the same without you. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest in peace, my dear friend. Until we meet again, Rashid wrote on Instagram. Former Afghanistan captain Mohammad Nabi described Zadran as a proud ambassador of his country whose legacy would continue to inspire generations. Shapur, brother! May Allah Almighty bestow His infinite mercies upon you, grant you Paradise Al-Firdaws, and give your esteemed family and all your dear ones the strength to endure this great sorrow and the patience of the heart. You were not just a close friend, but a true servant of your homeland and a representative of Afghanistan's honour, Nabi posted on X. Today you have departed from our midst in body, but your name, your services, and your memory will remain eternally in the hearts of the Afghan people. May your soul rest in peace, brother, he added. Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai also mourned the loss, calling Zadran's death a huge blow for his family and the country's cricket fraternity. With profound sorrow, I heard the news of Shapur's passing. This is a great loss for his family, friends, and the cricket lovers of Afghanistan. May his soul rest in peace; may Allah the Almighty grant him paradise, and bestow patience upon his family, friends, and all sympathisers. We too share in this immense grief, Omarzai wrote. Opening batter Ibrahim Zadran paid tribute to the former pacer, describing him as one of the heroes of Afghanistan cricket's formative years. Afghanistan cricket's hero of the first and difficult days, Shapur Haji, has surrendered his soul to the Master of all souls due to a sudden illness. May God grant Shapur Haji paradise, and I extend my condolences to his friends and the entire grieving family. I share in this sorrow with them, Ibrahim posted. Veteran batter Rahmat Shah shared a brief message, quoting the Islamic verse, Indeed, we belong to Allah, and to Him, we shall return. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri also paid tribute, crediting Zadran for playing a pivotal role in Afghanistan's emergence on the international stage. Veteran batter Rahmat Shah shared a brief message, quoting the Islamic verse, Indeed, we belong to Allah, and to Him, we shall return. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Zadran represented Afghanistan in 44 One-Day Internationals and 36 T20 Internationals between 2009 and 2020 and was regarded as one of the architects of the country's rise in international cricket. His contributions during Afghanistan's formative years helped establish the team as a competitive force on the global stage, earning him lasting admiration from teammates, opponents, and cricket fans alike. Article Source: IANS
Pakistan Skipper Fatima Sana To Miss Sri Lanka T20Is For Women's Hundred
Sri Lanka T20Is: Pakistan women's captain Fatima Sana has received permission from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to skip the T20I leg of the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka in order to fulfil her commitments with Birmingham Phoenix in the Women's Hundred. However, the 24-year-old all-rounder will remain with the national team for the three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka, which is part of the ICC Women's Championship. After the final ODI on July 28, she will travel directly from Hambantota to England to link up with Birmingham Phoenix for the remainder of the tournament. Sana created history last month by becoming the first Pakistani woman cricketer to earn a contract in the Women's Hundred after Birmingham Phoenix signed her through the competition's wildcard draft. She was brought in as a replacement for Australian player Lucy Hamilton. Although her international commitments mean she will miss Phoenix's opening two fixtures, Sana is expected to be available for the rest of the campaign. The Pakistan skipper heads into the tournament after an impressive individual showing at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Despite Pakistan managing just one win during the group stage, Sana emerged as one of the competition's standout performers with both bat and ball. She finished the tournament as the leading fast bowler, claiming 11 wickets at an economy rate of 6.95. Her tally also saw her finish as the joint second-highest wicket-taker overall alongside Australia captain Sophie Molineux, with India's N. Shree Charani topping the wicket charts with 14 scalps. Sana also produced one of the performances of the tournament against South Africa, scoring an unbeaten 55 off 38 deliveries before returning figures of 3 for 16 in a spirited all-round display. She finished the tournament as the leading fast bowler, claiming 11 wickets at an economy rate of 6.95. Her tally also saw her finish as the joint second-highest wicket-taker overall alongside Australia captain Sophie Molineux, with India's N. Shree Charani topping the wicket charts with 14 scalps. Also Read: Live Cricket Score According to ESPNcricinfo, the PCB approved Sana's participation in the Women's Hundred as part of its efforts to provide the all-rounder with exposure in one of the world's premier women's franchise competitions. Article Source: IANS
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Afghanistan Cricket Mourns as Former Fast Bowler Shapoor Zadran Dies at 38
Former Afghanistan fast bowler and one of the country's cricketing pioneers, Shapoor Zadran, passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. He was 38 and would have turned 39 on Wednesday. Zadran, who represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020, had been undergoing treatment in New Delhi after being diagnosed with stage four haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening condition that triggers severe inflammation and can damage the bone marrow, liver, spleen and lymph nodes. He had been in the intensive care unit (ICU) since May. His health issues began in October last year, after which doctors advised him to seek advanced treatment in India. With the support of Afghanistan star Rashid Khan and ACB chairman Mirwais Ashraf, his visa was expedited, allowing him to be admitted to a New Delhi hospital on January 18. Former Afghanistan captain Asghar Afghan regularly travelled between Dubai and Delhi to support Zadran during his treatment, while Rashid Khan and several other Afghan cricketers remained in constant touch with his doctors and family. Although he showed signs of improvement initially, his condition later deteriorated due to repeated infections, dengue, and a sharp decline in red blood cell count. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. The board also hailed his impact beyond the field, describing him as an inspiration to young Afghan cricketers whose resilience, determination and passion for the game inspired an entire generation to dream bigger and believe in the future of Afghanistan cricket. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Afghanistan Cricket Board extends its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to his family, friends, loved ones, former teammates, and the entire Afghan cricket community. His loss is deeply felt, and his memory will forever remain alive in the hearts of the people of Afghanistan and the cricketing world. May his soul rest in eternal peace, the board added. Article Source: IANS
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'Thala For A Reason': FIFA WC, BCCI Lead Birthday Wishes As MS Dhoni Turns 45
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla: Former India captain MS Dhoni, who is universally regarded as the best finisher in the modern game, is celebrating his 45th Birthday on Tuesday. On his special day, the sports fraternity shared heartwarming wishes on social media. Adding a unique touch to the celebrations, the FIFA World Cup 2026 instagram account shared a picture featuring Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, each with seven goals in the ongoing tournament, alongside the caption, 7 Goals. Thala for a reason. Happy Thala Day, a nod to Dhoni's iconic No. 7 jersey and the Thala nickname bestowed upon him by Chennai Super Kings fans. BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla shared a picture with Dhoni and wrote on X, Heartiest birthday wishes to MS Dhoni, a true icon of Indian cricket whose leadership and legacy continue to inspire millions. Wishing you good health, happiness, and many more memorable years ahead. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan posted a photograph with Dhoni from India's 2013 Champions Trophy triumph and said, Happy Birthday, @msdhoni bhai! Your calmness under pressure and the way you've led the game will always inspire cricketers around the world. Wishing you good health and happiness always. Former India batter Aakash Chopra also paid tribute, writing, Some players win matches. Some win trophies. MS Dhoni won an era. Happy Birthday Maahi. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. His IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings, released a video celebrating Dhoni's journey with the caption, A hero who became a way of life. A legacy that lives through every generation. The BCCI also celebrated the occasion by sharing a graphic highlighting Dhoni's remarkable career: '538 Intl Matches, 17,266 Intl Runs,829 Intl Dismissals behind the stumps. Winning Captain of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2007, ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain @msdhoni, an absolute icon of the game, the board wrote on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The highlights of Dhoni's illustrious 15-year career were leading India to remarkable achievements, including three prestigious ICC trophies: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the 50-over World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013. These accomplishments stand out as the defining moments of his career. Since bidding farewell to international cricket in 2020, Dhoni has been delighting fans with his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he has five titles to his name. Article Source: IANS
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'Sooryavanshi Needs To Be Ready For Bowlers' Plans': Pathan
Irfan Pathan: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the real test for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi begins now, saying the 15-year-old must prepare for the tactical plans opposition bowlers will use against him following his eye-catching start to international cricket. Speaking ahead of the third T20I against England, Pathan said Sooryavanshis fearless approach should remain intact but stressed that adapting to opponents strategies would be crucial for his continued success. He is a special talent, no doubt, but he needs to make sure he is ready for the plans bowlers will come up with against him, Pathan told Jio Hotstar. Like in the first game, if you want to step out against the spinners in England, its not a bad option since the ball doesnt turn that much there, but you need to maintain your balance and not move too far away from the ball, he added. Sooryavanshi managed 14 off 10 balls in the second T20I before falling to spin, but Pathan backed the youngsters intent, saying he was pleased that the teenager did not abandon his natural attacking game. He will be disappointed that he got out for 14 after facing 10 balls, so even in terms of strike rate, he fell a bit short of the standards he has set for himself. But I liked that he didnt shy away from playing his natural game. A 15-year-old boy playing international cricket is not just the biggest takeaway for the Indian team from that game, but for world cricket. He is inspiring a whole new generation of young boys and girls by saying, If I can do it, you can do it too', he said. Pathan also reflected on Indias defeat in the second T20I, believing the visitors left at least 20 runs on the table after a promising batting position before letting England wrest control in the chase. He will be disappointed that he got out for 14 after facing 10 balls, so even in terms of strike rate, he fell a bit short of the standards he has set for himself. But I liked that he didnt shy away from playing his natural game. A 15-year-old boy playing international cricket is not just the biggest takeaway for the Indian team from that game, but for world cricket. He is inspiring a whole new generation of young boys and girls by saying, If I can do it, you can do it too', he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, India will look to level the series when they face England in the third T20i on Tuesday. Article Source: IANS
Former India T20I: Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday cleared the air regarding a fake statement attributed to him circulating on social media and urged fans and netizens to not elieve or share unverified information. After leading India in the T20 World Cup triumph, Suryakumar was replaced by Shreyas Iyer as the T20I captain and was also left out of the squads for UK tou and the Asian Games. However, in a false statement that went viral on social media, the batter was quoted as saying that he wasnt given any clarity about his future and did not receive the respect he deserved after everything he had done. Reacting to the matter, the former T20I skipper stated that he has not made such statements. I've also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorised any such statement. Please don't believe or share unverified information, Suryakumar posted on X. I'm very happy for the team and wish them nothing but the very best, always. I know the boys are giving it their all, and they will always have my full support. My support for Indian cricket, my teammates, and the game will always speak louder than words falsely attributed to me, he added, aiming to put an end to the unnecessary digital speculation. I've also noticed a statement being circulated online that has been falsely attributed to me. I want to make it clear that I have not made or authorised any such statement. Please don't believe or share unverified information, Suryakumar posted on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A special word for Vaibhav - you're at the start of what promises to be a very exciting journey. Enjoy every moment and keep making the country proud, Suryakumar said. Article Source: IANS
Would Love To Play Some Cricket With Virat, Planning India Visit In Near Future: Djokovic
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina: Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic shared his admiration for Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli, saying he would love to play some cricket with the batting great, adding that he is planning to visit in the near future. Last year at Wimbledon on July 7, alongside his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, Kohli witnessed Djokovics thrilling round of 16 win against Australias Alex de Minaur and later took to Instagram to share his excitement, posting a heartfelt story for the Serb. What a match. It was business as usual for the gladiator, @djokernole, Kohli had shared on X. I would love to play some cricket and tennis with Virat Kohli. I am planning to visit India in the near future, and we have been communicating about it. I know Virat is a global star, but especially in India, he is incredible. I would love for him to be my host and show me around. I have a lot of respect for him and for Indian cricket. Cricket is not big in Serbia, where I come from. But some of the people in my team are British, and they love cricket. So I have been learning about the game over the last 10 to 15 years. I still need to work on my cricketing skills. Maybe Virat can help me with my technique and bat swing. But seriously, I have great respect and admiration for him. I would love to get the chance to meet him in his home country India, said Djokovic on JioStar. Djokovic, who added another remarkable chapter to his glittering career on Sunday, becoming the most successful men's singles player in the tournament's history, opened up about what Wimbledon means to him and said this was the tournament he dreamt of winning as a child. When the seven-time champion defeated Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a thrilling fourth-round match, he surpassed Roger Federer's record of 105 Wimbledon men's singles victories. This win sent Djokovic to his ninth consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final and the 17th of his impressive career. A lot of my legacy is built on what I have achieved here at Wimbledon. I've said it many times, and I've always been open about it. This was the tournament I dreamed of winning as a child. I always wanted to do well here, always wanted to win Wimbledon and become world number one. I was blessed to experience that in 2011. And then, to go on and win the tournament seven times in total and play in so many finals, it has been an incredible journey. When the seven-time champion defeated Roman Safiullin 7-6(6), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a thrilling fourth-round match, he surpassed Roger Federer's record of 105 Wimbledon men's singles victories. This win sent Djokovic to his ninth consecutive Wimbledon quarter-final and the 17th of his impressive career. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Djokovic will next face either Felix Auger-Aliassime or Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarter-finals, with a potential blockbuster semi-final against world No. 1 and defending champion Jannik Sinner on the horizon. Article Source: IANS
Cristiano Ronaldo Cries as Portugal Crash Out of FIFA World Cup 2026
Ronaldo was initially seen staring into the distance as it dawned on him that his World Cup dream was over, but he was unable to hold back the tears before he left the pitch and slowly walked back to the dressing room with his head bowed.
'Dialling in on clear plans' the key to massive Hope-Greaves stand
He's shown that he's capable of scoring runs in all conditions against all bowling line-ups, Shai Hope said of Justin Greaves after the two added 242
Zimbabwe Beat Bangladesh by 25 Runs in First ODI as Captain Richard Ngarava Shines With Bat and Ball
Richard Ngarava celebrated his debut as Zimbabwe one-day international captain on Monday by scoring 27 and taking three wickets in a 25-run victory over Bangladesh in Harare. Put in to bat, Zimbabwe were all out for 141 with right-arm quick Nahid Rana capturing six wickets, including that of Ngarava. Rana (6-21) wreaked havoc in his 10 overs, including two maidens. His figures were the best by a Bangladeshi in an ODI. But while Zimbabwe struggled to make runs, Bangladesh battled even more. They plummeted to 116 all out with only three batters reaching double figures. Zimbabwe, fresh from an innings victory over Bangladesh in a one-off Test, can clinch the three-match ODI series by winning again on Thursday. The final match is set for Saturday. Newman Nyamhuri top scored for the home team with 33 runs. Ngarava and Innocent Kaia (26) were the other batters to impress. Sikandar Raza, often a prolific scorer for Zimbabwe, managed just one run before becoming the first victim of Rana, leaving the hosts reeling at 45-4. A 63-run eighth-wicket stand between Ngarava and Nyamhuri offered Zimbabwe a glimmer of hope and the tourists failed to take advantage despite needing to average just 2.84 runs per over to win. Only Nurul Hasan (31), Towhid Hridoy (25) and captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (10) reached double figures. The lone fruitful partnership came when Hridoy and Nurul Hasan added 49 runs for the fourth wicket before Hridoy was caught by Ben Curran at deep third off the bowling of Nyamhuri (2-22). Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ngarava (3-31) and Brad Evans (3-34) shared the bowling honours for Zimbabwe.
Ben Stokes Retirement: From World Cup Glory to Ashes Heroics, A Legendary Career Ends
Ben Stokes Retirement: After the Lord's Test in the recent series against New Zealand, Ben Stokes got embroiled in a controversy involving a late-night altercation and a breach of the team curfew but returned to the squad, and the captaincy, for the third Test of the series in Nottingham. Unfortunately, this proved to be his last dash, and Ben Stokes announced his retirement, in the middle of a session at Trent Bridge. A warrior, who was also a showman, will not be seen now in international cricket. He has so far ruled out any U-turn, even for the Ashes, next year. He was one of the best all rounders this game has ever seen. In terms of form, his best year was 2020, as he scored at an average of 50+ and claimed wickets at 18. However, he shall be remembered for 2019 for his two best moments: the 2019 World Cup final and the successful chase at Headingley (Ashes century). He played 38 innings for England that year, but the World Cup final and Headingley innings shall always be talked about as among the best. In the World Cup final chasing 242, by the end of 45th over, England had only Stokes with the company of the tail. The final three batters faced one ball combined and Stokes (84*), with the help of the overthrows took the match and England were champions on the boundary count. Similarly, he had his downfall also: Arrested in 2011 for a night out; Sent home by the England Lions in 2013 for unprofessional behaviour (drinking and breaking team rules); Missed the T20 World Cup in 2014 after punching a locker and in 2017 knocked out two men and fractured an eye socket in a fight. The 2026 incident of being dropped from the English cricket team after a fight in a Chelsea nightclub ultimately brought the end of all the agony. This all didnt suit his profile but he won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award, given for what the English public think about a player as a personality (not just performance) and is among the three cricketers (in the last 50 years) to receive it (Others: Ian Botham and Freddie Flintoff). Among English captains (minimum 15 Tests), he is one of five with a win percentage of 50+ but also lost 18 Tests, bringing him to the third -best winning percentage and the fourth-worst losing percentage, for England. He scored 30 from 20 balls in a crazy final innings and received a huge ovation, returning. His final Test numbers: 7,273 runs at 34.46, and 252 wickets at 30.98 and incidentally Zak Foulkes was his last wicket, and he was the last man to get him out also. He had many moments to celebrate in his illustrious career: * In Tests one of the 3 players to score 7000+ runs and claim 200+ wickets. * Scored 2nd fastest 200 and the fastest 250 runs in an innings in Tests. * Twice scored 100+ runs in a session in Tests. * Before his last innings, he was the only cricketer who never got out while opening but got out in his last innings (in his last Test). * As a bowler, once he broke a 300+ runs (in his last Test), 3 times he broke 200+ runs, 18 times he broke 100+ runs and 49 times he broke 50+ runs partnerships in Test cricket. * As per allrounder Ratio (Batting average to Bowling average), out of 26 players (min. qualification: 2000+ runs and 200+ wickets in Tests), with the figure of 1.112 (34.46/30.99) Stokes is at number ten, sandwiched between Chris Cairns (1.140) and R Ashwin (1.073). * In his last Test innings, batted at number 2 (it just happened or did it deliberately-no one knows) and completed the set of batting in all positions from 1-11 in the batting order. * The only player in Tests to achieve all three of these: Batted in all 11 batting positions; Dismissed the batters from all 11 batting positions and took catches of batters from all 11 batting positions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score * He scored an average of 33 runs off 57 balls per innings, bowled an average of 13 overs to claim 1.38 wickets per innings and took a catch per Test, justifying a proper all-rounder tag.
WI Vs SL 2nd Test: Justin Greaves And Shai Hope Centuries Usher West Indies Towards Safety
Patient centuries by Justin Greaves and Shai Hope ushered the West Indies towards safety on the fourth day of the second and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Monday. Their fifth-wicket stand extended to 242 with Hope eventually dismissed just before lunch for 112 while Greaves carried on deep into the afternoon, being last out for 180 just after tea as the home side reached within 50 runs of the tourists' formidable first innings total of 549 for nine declared. Sri Lanka, demolished by an innings and 217 runs inside four days in the first Test at the same venue, rallied from the loss of two wickets late in the day to close at 92 for two in the second innings, an overall lead of 142 runs. With no option other than to at least attempt at conjuring a match-winning opportunity on the last day to earn a share of the series, it remains to be seen if captain Dhananjaya de Silva will entertain the possibility of a declaration to give his bowlers the chance to pull off an unlikely victory on what remains a very placid surface. Sri Lanka remained heavily reliant on medium-pacer Asitha Fernando and left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya in seeking to earn a substantial first innings lead when Hope and Greaves resumed on the fourth morning with the West Indies at 318 for four. Within sight of individual landmarks, the two right-handers continued from where they left off on the latter half of day three, batting with great care and only venturing into attacking shows whenever the rare loose ball came along. Hope was first to a century, his fifth in Test cricket and third in less than 12 months. Greaves followed a couple overs after, his third three-figure in the traditional format of the game following a maiden hundred against Bangladesh on the same ground in 2024 and a match-saving double-century seven months ago in New Zealand. - Freakish dismissal - They appeared almost immovable until the freakish dismissal of Hope. Attempting to pad away a delivery from spinner Sonal Dinusha, he lost his balance and the ball came off wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis' pads onto the stumps with the batsman just out of his ground and given out stumped for an innings that spanned just over six hours in which he faced 243 balls, stroking ten fours. Sri Lanka opted for short-pitched tactics with their seamers through most of the afternoon session, much to discomfort of West Indies captain Roston Chase, who took so many painful blows on the fingers that he was unable to take the field at the end of the day. Fernando earned deserved reward for his persistent hostility and intelligence, adding the wickets of Chase, Anderson Phillip and Alzarri Joseph to finish with figures of five for 130 from 40 overs. Asitha did a really (great) job today, said Jayasuriya in assessing Fernando's effort. Over the past two years he's really been doing an excellent job for our Test team. That effort is often in conditions similar to these in Antigua. Most Asian conditions are not easy to get wickets for fast bowlers, Jayasuriya noted. He really puts in the effort. He is amazing. Greaves emerged from his shell as the wickets fell around him, hooking consecutive sixes before eventually falling to Jayasuriya, the left-arm spinner's numbers - three for 131 off 55.5 overs - reflecting his heavy workload. Greaves left to the acclaim of the few fans present for an innings which occupied eight-and-a-half hours in which he faced 325 balls, striking 14 fours to add to those two sixes. West Indies spirits were high at the start of Sri Lanka's second innings with Joseph, Shamar and Alzarri, combining to remove openers Nishan Madushka and first innings century-maker Lahiru Udara cheaply. Also Read: Live Cricket Score However Dinesh Chandimal (40 not out) and Kamindu Mendis (30 not out) negotiated the remaining time, not without the odd alarm, to leave their captain with the overnight task of assessing if it was worth the risk to throw down the gauntlet to his opposite number, Chase, on the final day.
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Nottingham Clash
ENG vs IND 3rd T20I,T20IApproaching Milestones and Records :The second T20I between the English cricket team and the Indian cricket team had a close game. But England held their nerves, and Jacob Bethell played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 76 off 46 balls and sealed the deal for England. India had the game in their grip, but they failed in the final overs. India struggled with bat and ball in the death overs, and they ended up losing the game. The third T20I between England and India will be played on Tuesday at Trent Bridge in Nottingham at 10 PM IST. Shreyas Iyer has not won a game yet as T20I captain, and the pressure is peaking on him and the team. It is a big game for Iyer and co., and they need a special performance, which has lacked in recent matches. England, on the other hand, have a chance to take an unbeatable 2-0 lead. They have a strong middle order, and their bowlers have also bowled better than India. There were some massive records broken in the second game. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the England vs India third T20I clash at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. ENG vs IND 3rd T20I: Approaching Test Records and T20ICricket Milestones Ahead of the ENG vs IND 3rd T20IatTrent Bridge in Nottingham 29 - Abhishek Sharma is the leading scorer in this series. He has broken two big records in this series and is just 29 runs away from surpassing MS Dhoni (1617) and Suresh Raina (1605) on the list. 2 - Adil Rashid is just two wickets away from going past Ish Sodhi (165) and becoming the second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is. 3 - Arshdeep Singh needs three wickets more to surpass Shaheen Afridi (136) and become the 14th highest wicket-taker in T20Is. 5 - Jos Buttler needs five more sixes to surpass Suryakumar Yadav (179) and will have the fourth-most sixes in T20Is. 4 - Captain Shreyas Iyer needs four more sixes to complete 50 T20I sixes. 5 - Jacob Bethell is just five sixes away from 50 T20I sixes. 8 - Jos Buttler is just 8 sixes away from becoming only the fourth batter with 400 T20I sixes. 41 - Jos Buttler is just 41 runs away from becoming the sixth English batter with 12500 international runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2 - Adil Rashid needs two more wickets to surpass Darren Gough (467) and become the fourth highest wicket-taker for England in international cricket.
