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Hardik not in Baroda squad for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Hardik Pandya has been sidelined with a series of injuries and has spent much of his time in the last few months at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru

3rd Unofficial Test: Jaiswal Hits 102 As India A Take Control Against NZ A On Opening Day

Captain Dhruv Jurel: Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his prolific run with the bat, registering his second consecutive century to put India A in a commanding position against New Zealand A on the opening day of the third unofficial Test here on Saturday. The left-handed opener struck 102 off 127 deliveries, while Sai Sudharsan remained unbeaten on 77 as the visitors reached 227/2 before persistent rain brought an early end to the days proceedings. Having remained unbeaten on 155 in the previous unofficial Test in Christchurch, Jaiswal once again demonstrated his ability to dictate proceedings against the New Zealand A bowling attack. His 175-run opening partnership with Sudharsan laid the foundation for Indias strong start, with the pair negotiating the initial movement before gradually taking control of the contest. India A were asked to bat after losing the toss, but the decision did little to unsettle the visitors. With the upcoming Test series against New Zealand beginning on November 19, India A also included Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Prasidh Krishna in their line-up as preparations for the assignment gathered momentum. The opening session saw Jaiswal and Sudharsan adopt a measured approach against the New Zealand pacers, who found some assistance from the surface. Jaiswal frequently used his feet to counter the movement, while Sudharsan focused on building his innings through patience and disciplined shot selection. Jaiswal gradually shifted gears after settling in, finding the boundary three times in an over from Jarrod McKay. India A went into the lunch interval without losing a wicket, having successfully negotiated the early challenge. The left-hander encountered a few uncomfortable moments after the resumption, particularly when he was beaten on successive occasions while approaching his half-century. However, he soon brought up the milestone with a well-timed boundary. New Zealand A had an opportunity to break the partnership when Matthew Boyle failed to hold on to a catch at slip with Jaiswal batting on 54. The missed chance proved costly as the opener immediately accelerated, collecting three consecutive boundaries before clearing the ropes against Zak Gibson. At the other end, Sudharsan continued to occupy the crease and eventually reached his half-century after facing 129 deliveries. While his partner attacked more frequently, the Tamil Nadu batter ensured that India A maintained a steady flow of runs. Jaiswal brought up his century in emphatic fashion, reaching the three-figure mark from just 127 balls with consecutive boundaries. However, his innings came to an end shortly afterwards when he chipped a delivery towards mid-off for 102. He also required attention from the physio during his stay at the crease after appearing to experience cramps. The dismissal brought an end to the opening stand, but India A remained firmly in control. The scoring rate dipped after the tea interval as Devdutt Padikkal took time to settle alongside Sudharsan. Padikkal eventually fell for 15 after attempting an expansive drive against McKay, only to edge the delivery behind. Captain Dhruv Jurel managed to add a boundary, but rain intervened shortly after the drinks break, forcing the players off the field and bringing an end to the days play. For New Zealand A, Danru Ferns was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 1/16 from 10 overs. McKay also picked up a wicket, conceding 45 runs. India A will resume their innings at 227/2, with Sudharsan unbeaten on 77 and Jurel at the crease, having made four. With two established batters already having laid a substantial foundation, the visitors will look to build an even bigger first-innings total when play resumes. For New Zealand A, Danru Ferns was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 1/16 from 10 overs. McKay also picked up a wicket, conceding 45 runs. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Jaiswal hits back-to-back tons in NZ, puts India A on top

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a commanding century, his second consecutive first-class hundred, to guide India A to 227 for two against New Zealand A on day one of the third unofficial Test. His aggressive knock, alongside Sai Sudharsan's steady innings, put India A in a strong position before rain stopped play. The match also features senior players like Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja preparing for the upcoming Test series.

Cricket Australia Responds After Usman Khawaja's Explosive Sandpapergate Claims

Usman Khawaja, who will be detailing the incident in his upcoming book 'Sabr', has revealed that the entire Australian team was aware of the sandpaper gate in the Cape Town Test and that it was also used in the previous Test match.

Some Legends Don't Say Goodbye: Cricket Fraternity Pays Tribute As Mohammed Shami Retires From Tests

The cricket fraternity came together to celebrate Mohammed Shami's contribution to Test cricket after the veteran India fast bowler announced his retirement from the longest format, with former teammates, cricketers and IPL franchises paying tribute to his remarkable career.

2nd ODI: NZ crumble for 134 as India bowlers dominate

India's bowlers, led by Gurnoor Brar's career-best figures of four for 30, dismissed New Zealand for 134 runs in 41 overs during the second ODI of the five-match series in Wellington on Saturday. Auqib Nabi, Anshul Kamboj, and Axar Patel also contributed with two wickets each.

'Fascinating': Gillespie reacts to Khawaja's sandpapergate revelation

Usman Khawaja has revealed that the entire Australian team, including players and support staff, was aware of the 2018 ball-tampering incident. This contradicts the long-held belief that only Steven Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft were responsible. Khawaja claims he urged the team to take collective responsibility at the time and expressed disappointment that only three players bore the brunt of the blame.

From World Cup Hero To Test Retirement: Mohammed Shami's Painful Final Chapter

Mohammed Shami had made his Test debut on November 6, 2013, meaning he announced his retirement from the format on the same date as his first appearance in whites.

'We Remain Comfortable With Findings': CA Responds To Khawaja's Explosive Sandpaper Gate Claims

Cape Town Test: Cricket Australia responded to Usman Khawaja's explosive claims on the sandpaper gate incident during the 2018 South Africa tour that shook the cricketing world. Khawaja, who will be detailing the incident in his upcoming book 'Sabr', has revealed that the entire Australian team was aware of the sandpaper gate in the Cape Town Test and that it was also used in the previous Test match. Responding to the former opener's claims, CA stated that the information presented to them was properly considered and they remain comfortable with their findings. There has been a great deal of speculation in the eight years since the 2018 Cape Town Test, including extensive media coverage throughout last months series in South Africa, the statement read. During this time there has been the ongoing opportunity to present any relevant information, and this remains the case. All relevant information presented to CA to date has been properly considered, and we remain comfortable with the findings of our integrity process, it added. Khawaja made a bombshell claim, stating that the whole of the Australian team was aware of the incident. It was all of us. Not the batters, not the bowlers, not the staff. All of us, Khawaja said, as quoted by the Sydney Morning Herald before the release of his book. Up until now, the public belief was that the then-captain Steve Smith, vice-captain David Warner and batter Cameron Bancroft were involved in the incident, with Bancroft having applied the object to the ball, as seen in the visuals of the Test match. Smith and Warner were handed a one-year ban from playing in international and domestic cricket, while Bancroft was banned for nine months. Moreover, Smith was told that he could not captain Australia for two years. Warner was hit with a lifetime leadership ban in international and Australian domestic cricket, something which was overturned in 2024. Khawaja, speaking on the incident, stated that he did not want to reveal the truth, feeling that it must have been out by now. In an ideal world, I dont want to do this. I dont want to be the one who comes out and talks about the truth. The issue is that I genuinely thought after eight years the truth would have been out by now, he added. Moreover, Smith was told that he could not captain Australia for two years. Warner was hit with a lifetime leadership ban in international and Australian domestic cricket, something which was overturned in 2024. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Hridoy gets to maiden Test century but Warrican makes it West Indies' morning

With Shadman Islam unlikely to bat in the first innings, Bangladesh are effectively eight down and still 151 behind West Indies

India bowling coach Morne Morkel reacts to Mohammed Shami's Test retirement

Ace India pacer Mohammed Shami announced his Test retirement on November 6. He announced the decision through a social media post late at night. On the following day, India bowling coach Morne Morkel shared his...

Morne Morkel Reveals Individual Approach Behind India's Pace-Bowling Success

India's bowling coach Morne Morkel believes in having individual conversations with each member of the pace unit as they bring varied skill sets to the table.

We paid a heavy price for that: Darren Lehmann disputes Khawajas claims on 2018 sandpaper scandal

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Former Australia head coach Darren Lehmann has challenged Usman Khawajas assertion that the entire Australian dressing room was aware of the 2018 ball-tampering plan in Cape Town, while claiming that altering the condition of the ball had been commonplace in international cricket for decades. The controversy resurfaced after Khawaja, in an interview with Nine newspapers, alleged that Australias use of sandpaper was not an isolated incident and that the plan had been known across the team. Not the batters, not the bowlers, not the staff. All of us, Khawaja told Sydney Morning Herald. Speaking to ABC Sports Summer Grandstand ahead of the release of Khawajas book, Sabr, Lehmann maintained that knowledge of the specific sandpaper plot was limited and insisted that he could only account for what he personally knew. Lehmann, who was in charge of Australias Test side during the infamous Cape Town Test, disputed the suggestion that every member of the touring contingent was aware of the scheme. He acknowledged that ball tampering had been a longstanding issue in cricket but drew a distinction between general awareness of the practice and knowing about the specific method employed by Cameron Bancroft. I dont think everyone would have known (about the use of sandpaper). You do know ball tampering is going on because its been happening for 150 years. Its just how its being done, and how you would know to that extent? Thats an individual case by case, to be fair. I can only speak to what I know, and I know ball tampering was a big part of the game of cricket. Now it is obsolete. That doesnt make it right either, but thats the case, and we paid a heavy price for that, Lehmann said. The Cape Town episode in March 2018 triggered one of the biggest controversies in Australian cricket history after Bancroft was caught using sandpaper to roughen the ball. The investigation resulted in lengthy suspensions for Bancroft, then captain Steve Smith and vice-captain David Warner, while Lehmann subsequently stepped down from his coaching position. Khawaja has also claimed that he proposed taking collective responsibility after Bancroft was exposed. However, Lehmann said he could not verify whether such a conversation had taken place, explaining that the squad was divided between separate dressing rooms and that he was occupied with meetings involving Cricket Australia. I dont remember that. There were two change rooms obviously, and there were meetings going on everywhere. To be perfectly honest I was in meetings with Cricket Australia a lot, Lehmann said. That could have been the case, I dont know. Im not saying yes or no to that one. There will be different points of view everywhere on this whole matter. The former coach also distanced himself from another allegation concerning the origins of the sandpaper plan, saying he had no knowledge of an alleged conversation between Bancroft and a member of Australias coaching staff that Khawaja described as significant. Meanwhile, Cricket Australia reiterated its confidence in the conclusions reached through its original investigation. Responding to the renewed discussion surrounding the scandal, a spokesperson said the governing body remained open to considering any additional relevant information. There has been a great deal of speculation in the eight years since the 2018 Cape Town Test, including extensive media coverage throughout last months series in South Africa, the spokesperson said in a statement. During this time there has been the ongoing opportunity to present any relevant information, and this remains the case. All relevant information presented to CA to date has been properly considered and we remain comfortable with the findings of our integrity process. Beyond the renewed debate over what happened in Cape Town, Lehmann spoke about the personal toll the controversy had taken on him. He described the period following the scandal as particularly difficult and said the latest allegations had brought back memories he had spent years trying to put behind him. End of the day, Cricket Australia had their findings. It was a really tough week, two weeks, at that time going through the process and talking to all the relevant parties. I was in a really dark place for a period of time where for four months I didnt leave my house. Eight years after the fact and trying to sell a book is a bit different. Thats Usmans choice and thats the way he wants to go. For the families and the people involved, I feel for them right now because its taking them back to a really bad place. Its been eight years. You get to a place where you move on, and Ive moved on with my life, he said. Lehmann also revealed that Khawaja had not contacted him before making the allegations public, adding that the subject remained emotionally difficult for those who were involved in the 2018 episode. For me its a really touchy one mentally, more than anything else, and I know the boys will be feeling that as well. Could he have said this at the time? I suppose thats one of the things in the book. I mean, books are there to sell. Hes spoken to Pat Cummins apparently and the players. I havent spoken to Usman, he hasnt texted me or rang me. Thats just the way it is, he stated.

NZL vs IND second ODI: India wins toss, to bowl first

India captain Shubman Gill has won a delayed toss and chose to bowl in the second one-day cricket international against New Zealand

'He deserved another go': Shastri on Shami

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has expressed disappointment over Mohammed Shami's Test retirement, believing the veteran pacer had more to contribute. Shastri questioned the repeated concerns over Shami's fitness, citing his strong performances in domestic cricket for Bengal as proof of his capability to continue playing for India in the longest format.

What More Do You Want A Player To Prove?: Shastri To Selectors After Shamis Retirement

Sony Sports Network: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has questioned the decision to overlook Mohammed Shami for another opportunity in Indias Test setup, arguing that the veteran fast bowler had demonstrated his match fitness through consistent performances for Bengal in domestic cricket. Shastri expressed his disappointment over the lack of opportunities for Shami, pointing to the workload he managed in first-class cricket despite questions surrounding his fitness. Shami, who has been among Indias most accomplished fast bowlers in the longest format, had continued to feature regularly for Bengal, shouldering substantial bowling responsibilities. Shastri felt those performances should have carried greater weight in assessing the pacers readiness for international cricket. Drawing a distinction between physical conditioning in the gym and the demands of competitive cricket, the former India head coach stressed that a bowlers ability to sustain long spells during matches should be the real measure of his fitness. What's the point of being fit in the gym if you can't bowl 10 or 12 overs in a match? Here, you've got a workhorse who's bowling for you. So, I'm a little disappointed that he didn't get another go, Shastri said while speaking on Sony Sports Network ahead of the 2nd ODI. Shastri, a member of Indias 1983 World Cup-winning team, reiterated that Shamis domestic workload offered sufficient evidence of his ability to handle the physical demands of competitive cricket. He also highlighted the importance of having an experienced fast bowler available when teams encounter injuries to key players during a demanding international season. I've heard all these press reports about his fitness not being good, but he was playing every game for Bengal. He was bowling 15-20 overs. What more do you want a player to do to prove his fitness? If he's in good form and has a good IPL, and one of your senior bowlers suddenly breaks down, you'll be looking for experience. But you've got a player like him there. Shastri, a member of Indias 1983 World Cup-winning team, reiterated that Shamis domestic workload offered sufficient evidence of his ability to handle the physical demands of competitive cricket. He also highlighted the importance of having an experienced fast bowler available when teams encounter injuries to key players during a demanding international season. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

'Sad day': Morkel opens up on Shami's Test exit

Former South Africa pacer Morne Morkel lauded Mohammed Shami's contribution to the Indian dressing room, stating that Shami helped him understand the team's philosophy and Indian language during his early days as bowling coach. Morkel expressed sadness over Shami's Test retirement but noted his continued involvement in white-ball cricket.

If youre fit and performing well, age doesnt matter: Michael Klinger

After spending years waiting for an international call-up, Klinger sparkled in his brief stint with Australia. Now a sought-after coach on the franchise circuit, the 46-year-old reflects on opening with Brendon McCullum in the IPL, coaching Gujarat Giants in the WPL and ageism in cricket.

'All Of Us Knew': Usman Khawaja's Explosive Claim On Australia's Sandpapergate Scandal

Captain Steve Smith, his deputy David Warner and Cameron Bancroft were sent home in disgrace and found by a Cricket Australia investigation to be the only three players with prior knowledge of the ball-tampering plot.

Cricket fraternity celebrates Mohammed Shamis Test career, pays tribute to veteran pacer after retirement

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) The cricket fraternity came together to celebrate Mohammed Shamis contribution to Test cricket after the veteran India fast bowler announced his retirement from the longest format, with former teammates, cricketers and IPL franchises paying tribute to his remarkable career. Shami, who established himself as one of Indias most dependable fast bowlers across formats, leaves behind an impressive Test record of 229 wickets from 64 matches and 122 innings. His ability to extract movement off the seam, generate pace and deliver crucial breakthroughs made him a vital part of Indias bowling attack over the years. Former Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary, who had the opportunity to lead Shami at the domestic level, reflected on his experience of having the pacer in his bowling line-up and described him as a warrior. The red ball may no longer be in his hands, but the memories of his thunderbolts will forever remain in the hearts of cricket lovers. Some legends dont say goodbye; they simply become history. This what it meant to me When I was leading the bengal team and having Shami in the bowling line up. Warrior at heart, Tiwary wrote on X. Former India pacer Munaf Patel also extended his wishes, expressing his hope of seeing Shami continue to represent the country in white-ball cricket. You will be Missed in Whites Buddy, congratulations on your amazing carrer. See you soon in Blues @MdShami11, he wrote. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan kept his message brief, congratulating his former teammate on his achievements, while Ajinkya Rahane also acknowledged the fast bowlers outstanding career. Congrats brother for a great career, Dhawan said. Congratulations buddy on your fantastic career, well done, Rahane wrote. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlighted one of Shamis biggest strengths, paying tribute to his ability to generate late movement and trouble batters with the red ball, as he commented on Shamis Instagram post saying, Many congratulations on your wonderful red ball cricket. Your late movement with that cherry will be missed. The tributes also came from Shamis former IPL associations, with Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants celebrating the bowlers trademark skills and memorable performances. Lala, well miss that iconic seam position and the magic with the red cherry, PBKS commented. The red cherry will miss its favourite, LSG wrote. His LSG teammate Mohsin Khan also shared a personal message for the senior fast bowler. Happy retirement bhaiya. Among the most detailed tributes was that of renowned cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle, who reflected on Shamis mastery of seam bowling and his ability to create opportunities even when a match appeared to be drifting away. Just because it was inevitable doesnt make it less poignant. Shami delivered a red ball like few others before him could, his romance with the seam of a cricket ball is a story in itself. When the game seemed headed nowhere, he would cajole the seam into nipping one back, or leaving an unsuspecting batter. A player who bowled by the first principles of seam and swing bowling. Very well played Mohd Shami. Mazaa aa gaya. Wish you the very best in white ball cricket and I hope you can impart the principles of bowling to many who would want to walk in your footsteps, Bhogle wrote. Chennai Super Kings also acknowledged the numbers behind Shamis contribution to Test cricket, highlighting the consistency and impact he brought to Indias red-ball setup. 64 matches. 122 innings. 229 wickets. You gave it your all, every time you had the ball in your hand. And more often than not, you gave us a reason to celebrate. Thank you for the memories in whites, Shami, CSK wrote.

'He Helped Me A Lot': India Coach's Touching Message For Retired Mohammed Shami

Mohammed Shami will continue to play white ball cricket for Bengal and in IPL for some more time. Morkel is happy that Shami is still playing domestic cricket with a lot of intensity.

Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma to play SMAT, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named Bihar captain

Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami have been named in Delhi and Bengal squads, respectively, for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scheduled to begin on November 14. On the other hand, young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi...

We Haven't Played The Best Of White-ball Cricket Outside India: Morkel

Morne Morkel: India bowling coach Morne Morkel has admitted that the team has fallen short of expectations in white-ball cricket outside the country and stressed that the ongoing tour of New Zealand is an important opportunity to turn things around, with the visitors determined to produce a stronger brand of cricket. Morkel pointed to Indias recent overseas struggles, particularly their performances in England, while underlining the amount of preparation and planning that has gone into the New Zealand assignment. He said the team had identified the tour as a significant challenge and was keen to make a statement through its performances. Our communication to this group has been clear for a long time. We obviously identified this as a big tour. We havent played the best of white-ball cricket outside India. I think back to England. So we put a big stamp on it on not really coming on this tour and playing a good brand of cricket. So through that, obviously hard work. Theres a lot of planning that goes into these sort of games. And then we have to sum up and read the conditions. Today again it might be quite different, quite wet underfoot. So again its going to be a nice challenge for the boys, Morkel told broadcasters before the start of second ODI on Saturday. Adapting to New Zealands conditions, particularly the dimensions of the grounds, has also been an important part of Indias bowling preparations. Morkel was pleased with how the bowlers assessed the conditions and translated their plans into execution, pointing out that the dimensions of the grounds often dictate the lines and lengths required. The boys reacted to the conditions. Its quite a rush, after the toss again to get ourselves going. But for me, just sort of, just taking the dimensions out, and the guys just executed the plan quite well, which is pretty good. I think over here in New Zealand, sometimes the fields will tell you what to bowl, but still you need to get the ball in the right areas, he added. Rather than adopting a uniform approach for the entire bowling attack, Morkel revealed that the coaching staff preferred to work with players individually, taking into account their respective strengths and skill sets. While collective discussions help establish what the team can expect from the conditions, the final preparations involve aligning each bowlers approach with the demands of the game. I try to keep it more individual sort of based. Well have a group sit down in terms of what we potentially can expect. But all our guys are differently skilled. So for me its more tapping into those guys individually at training and warm-ups, and then sort of just a quick chat. They are all skillful. They know their game, they know how to go about their things, its just aligning all those small little things, Morkel said. Meanwhile, Morkel also reflected on Mohammed Shamis retirement from Test cricket, describing the experienced pacer as someone who made his transition into the Indian dressing room considerably easier. Having joined the Indian setup while Shami was still part of the group, Morkel credited the fast bowler for helping him navigate the language barrier and settle into the environment. I try to keep it more individual sort of based. Well have a group sit down in terms of what we potentially can expect. But all our guys are differently skilled. So for me its more tapping into those guys individually at training and warm-ups, and then sort of just a quick chat. They are all skillful. They know their game, they know how to go about their things, its just aligning all those small little things, Morkel said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

'Disappointed' Ravi Shastri Blasts BCCI Selectors After Mohammed Shami's Test Retirement

Ravi Shastri expressed his disappointment over Mohammed Shami not being given another chance, suggesting the veteran pacer still had plenty of Test wickets left in him.

India bowl first in rainy Wellington with both teams unchanged

The game was reduced to 47-overs-a-side, with further reductions possible on a rainy day in Wellington, as New Zealand look to level the series

2nd ODI: India Ask New Zealand To Bat Again, Both Sides Unchanged

New Zealand: India won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand in the second ODI of the five-game series here at the Hnry Stadium on Saturday. India took a 1-0 lead in the series after winning the opening ODI on Wednesday at Eden Park in Auckland. In what was another rain-curtailed affair, Indian pacers Arshdeep Singh, Anshul Kamboj and Gurnoor Brar stole the show in the first innings and bowled the hosts out for 185 runs in 40.2 overs. Virat Kohlis composed 51-ball 74 helped the visitors complete the chase with ease as India won by five wickets. New Zealand sustained a blow on Friday as Devon Conway, who sat out of the first ODI, was ruled out of the entire series due to a concussion sustained during training before the opener. Having gained the momentum early on, and even with Mohammed Siraj joining the side ahead of the game, Team India decided to go ahead with the same team with an aim to make it 2-0. The BlackCaps too have placed their faith and named a same XI. Winning the toss, India skipper Shubman Gill said, We will bowl first. No surprises, the conditions are overcast and the wicket was under covers. Yesterday's practice was called off because of rain, but we have prepared well and are in good spirits. Same team for us. Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said, Looks like a lovely day to bowl first, but we'll see how the wicket plays and put up a score. Rain around, it's been under covers, will do a bit. Need to get over the tricky period. We're excited, some weather around and we have had a nice rest. They're a great side, winning the toss does help, but they've played well. Same team for us. Playing XIs: India: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Yashasvi Jaiswal hits back-to-back centuries against New Zealand A; Jasprit Bumrah returns to action

Yashasvi Jaiswals form was growing into a concern as the opener was struggling to get going in red-ball cricket off late. He had a tough outing against both Sri Lanka and Afghanistan and also failed...

From Vadodara to Palam: The Unforgettable Indian Experiences of Overseas Umpires

Believe it: Australian umpire Ben Treloar recently officiated in two Ranji Trophy matches. His first assignment was the Delhi-Gujarat fixture in Palam, followed by Mumbais match against Haryana. Similarly, Indian umpire Parashar Joshi will officiate in two Sheffield Shield matches and a One Day Cup fixture in Australia. The exchange is part of the 2026 Umpire Exchange Programme between Cricket Australia (CA) and the BCCI. Before Treloar, several foreign umpires had officiated in Indian domestic matches under similar programmes, returning home with vivid memories and interesting stories. Australian umpire Greg Davidsons visit to India in 2020 gave him memories that went well beyond cricket. He officiated in his first Ranji Trophy match in Vadodara, Gujarat, before his next assignment took him to Mumbai. At six feet ten inches, Davidson was hard to miss. People approached him for photographs and selfies, making him feel like a celebrity. The Mumbai airport was very noisy and crowded, like a jam-packed cricket stadium, he recalled. Davidson and his wife, Tracey, also experienced Indian hospitality away from the cricket ground. Tracey, a schoolteacher, was taken to local primary schools in Mumbai by Indian match referee Varsha Nagrey, giving the couple a glimpse of another side of Indian life. Davidson had expected dry, dusty pitches in India. Instead, he found a fair amount of grass and good carry on the surfaces. South African umpire Lubabalo Gcuma discovered that Indian pitches presented a different challenge. In November 2016, he officiated in the Ranji Trophy match between Assam and Maharashtra in Chennai. Officiating here is a different thing altogether, he observed, explaining that the ball could spin sharply or jump off the surface. Standing on a dusty, turning pitch while dealing with loud appeals from several close-in fielders demanded a different level of alertness from what he was used to in South Africa. In November 2016, Australian umpire Sam Nogajski fell ill during a Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh in Mysuru. He suffered stomach pain and loose motions and was admitted to hospital with dehydration. His illness forced him to withdraw, leaving his Indian colleague, Virender Sharma, in an unusual situation. A reserve umpire, Vejith D, was available, but he was not part of the BCCI umpiring panel and could not take over the on-field duties at the bowlers end. He could serve only as the square-leg umpire. As a result, Sharma had to officiate from both ends. Former England player-turned-umpire Martin Saggers also noted the differences in crowd energy and playing conditions during his Ranji Trophy assignments. He praised the hospitality but pointed out that the long Indian domestic season and dry, abrasive outfields demanded different physical preparation from that required for English county cricket. Treloars first assignment in India was an adventure in Palam. One unusual feature was the regular sight and sound of aircraft overhead. Located in an aviation-heavy part of Delhi, the ground had planes flying over it repeatedly during the four-day match. Delhi piled up 648 for six before declaring, while Gujarat replied with 479. Treloar stood through 318.5 overs in the drawn match. It was his first experience of officiating in an innings in which a team scored around 650. He spent almost the entire match at one end, with only four overs at the other. Treloars Indian experience also brought some unexpected interactions. Players from Delhi and Gujarat approached him to ask where he came from and what he was doing there. He was impressed by their passion for the game and the hospitality shown by players, team management, ground staff and catering staff. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Away from cricket, Treloar explored Delhis markets, bought spices and sampled local food, including dal, vegetable curries, garlic-butter naan and vada pav. A keen cook at home, he was already thinking of taking some Indian flavours back to his family in Australia.

Usman Khawaja makes shocking claim, says every Australia cricketer was involved in Sandpapergate saga

Former cricketer Usman Khawaja has reignited the controversy surrounding Australia's ball-tampering scandal in South Africa in 2018. He alleged that the usage of the sandpaper was known across the team before the infamous incident at...

'It was all of us': Khawaja says whole Australian team knew about ball-tampering

Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has claimed in his autobiography that discussions about ball-tampering during the 2018 'Sandpapergate' scandal were more widespread within the team than Cricket Australia's investigation found, stating it was 'all of us'.

I Call Him Mahi Chachu: Actor, Who Has 37 Million Followers, Reveals Wholesome Bond With MS Dhoni

Popular actor and influencer Anushka Sen revealed her special bond with legendary India captain MS Dhoni.

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja disputes findings in 2018 ball-tampering probe

Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja said in a

Mohammed Shami Shares Update On IPL And Domestic Future In Test Retirement Video

Mohammed Shami, who has been out of the Indian team since the 2025 Champions Trophy, announced his decision on social media.

Australia's Usman Khawaja Claims Entire Team Knew About 'Sandpapergate'

Former opener Usman Khawaja claimed on Saturday that the entire Australian team knew about the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal in Cape Town and said they also employed the tactic during the previous Test at Port Elizabeth. Captain Steve Smith, his deputy David Warner and Cameron Bancroft were sent home in disgrace and found by a Cricket Australia investigation to be the only three players with prior knowledge of the ball-tampering plot. Smith was banned for a year and sacked as skipper, Warner was suspended for 12 months and stripped of all leadership roles while Bancroft was slapped with a nine-month ban. But Khawaja, who retired this year after 88 Tests, told the Sydney Morning Herald everyone had prior knowledge. It was all of us. Not the batters, not the bowlers, not the staff. All of us, he said ahead of the release of his autobiography next week where a chapter is dedicated to the issue. Bowlers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon all denied publicly in 2021 that they knew about it. Khawaja said he spoke in the dressing room after the Cape Town Test urging the team to take collective responsibility, rather than scapegoating Warner, Smith and Bancroft. In an ideal world, I don't want to do this. Khawaja said. I don't want to be the one who comes out and talks about the truth. The issue is that I genuinely thought after eight years the truth would have been out by now. Maybe I thought Davey (Warner) would have exposed it, or someone else would have talked about it more. I just didn't think it was going to come down to this. In the book, according to the newspaper, Khawaja recounts that discussions about ways to rough up the ball were also held in the dressing room during the second Test at Port Elizabeth, now known as Gqeberha. It culminated in the discovery that sandpaper was effective and at this point Smith allegedly walked away, saying he did not want to know about it. Bancroft then allegedly volunteered to use sandpaper in South Africa's first innings in Gqeberha, where the ball swung significantly. Cricket Australia said in a statement it was comfortable with the findings of its original investigation, but remained open to new evidence. There has been a great deal of speculation in the eight years since the 2018 Cape Town Test, including extensive media coverage throughout last month's series in South Africa, it said. During this time there has been the ongoing opportunity to present any relevant information, and this remains the case. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories All relevant information presented to CA to date has been properly considered and we remain comfortable with the findings of our integrity process.

India vs New Zealand Free Live Telecast, 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch

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BAN vs WI 2nd Test: Mahmud scalps six to restrict West Indies

Bangladesh, which lost opener Shadman Islam to an ankle injury, reached the close with Towhid Hridoy unbeaten on 29 and Mushfiqur Rahim on 19

'It was all of us' - Khawaja exposes sandpaper details from 2018

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Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket with 229 wickets in 13 years

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Mohammed Shami's Emotional Goodbye: What Made The Star Pacer Walk Away From Test Cricket?

Test match fast bowler Mohammed Shami of India has retired from Test cricket via a touching Instagram message on Friday, November 6, 2026. The Indian pacer who is 35 years old said that he was saying goodbye to white jersey but

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Opener; Nitish Rana Dropped from Delhi Squad

In a landmark domestic cricket update, 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed as Bihars captain for their opening two matches of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2026. Sooryavanshi will lead the state side in Indore against Saurashtra on 14 November and Railways on 16 November. The decision comes after regular skipper [] The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Opener; Nitish Rana Dropped from Delhi Squad appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

India Pacer Mohammed Shami Retires From Test Cricket, Shares Update On White-Ball Future

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Mohammed Shami Included In Bengal Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Out-of-favour India pacer Mohammed Shami has been included in Bengal's 19-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beginning November 14.

Gangulys Iconic 2002 NatWest Final Shirt To Be Displayed At MCA Museum In Mumbai

MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum: The shirt Sourav Ganguly famously waved from the Lords balcony after Indias NatWest Series triumph in 2002 will go on display in Mumbai this month. The iconic shirt is part of a special exhibition of artefacts from the MCC Museum, which will be open to the public on November 14, 15 and 17. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has teamed up with the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to bring the collection to the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Alongside Gangulys ODI shirt, the exhibits include Sachin Tendulkars ODI jumper, MS Dhonis ODI shirt, Rahul Dravids Test shirt and Anil Kumbles ODI cap. A medal from the 1982 Jubilee Test between England and India will also be on show. All the items are preserved by the MCC Museum and are linked to some of the most memorable players and moments in Indian cricket. An MCC spokesperson said the club was pleased to share its collection with fans in Mumbai. Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is delighted to be collaborating with the Mumbai Cricket Association on this special display at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. The MCC Museum at Lords has made great efforts in recent years to develop its collections to reflect the enthusiasm for cricket held by millions of fans across the globe. The opportunity to display some of its treasured artefacts to the knowledgeable audience of Mumbai and to help build engagement for this new museum development in one of crickets great centres is not to be missed, said the MCC spokesperson. MCA president Ajinkya Naik thanked the MCC for being a part of this collaboration. The Mumbai Cricket Association is honoured to partner with the Marylebone Cricket Club for this special exhibition at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. We are grateful to MCC for sharing these priceless treasures and supporting our efforts to build a world-class cricket museum that preserves and celebrates the heritage of the sport for future generations, he said. Cricket fans in Mumbai are deeply connected with the rich history of the game, and this display provides a unique opportunity to witness artefacts associated with some of Indias greatest cricketing legends. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

44 And Not Done Yet! Anderson Eyes Another County Chapter

At 44, James Anderson is exploring a 2027 move to Surrey after Lancashire declined to renew his contract, with the veteran fast bowler keen to extend his illustrious career.

Jemimah Hits 47-ball Ton As Mumbai Top Group D, Advance In Senior Womens T20 Super League

Gujarat College Cricket Ground: Jemimah Rodrigues smashed a 47-ball 107 as Mumbai thrashed Pondicherry by 83 runs to take the top spot in Group D of the Senior Womens T20 Trophy on net run rate and book their place in the Super League. Mumbai and Delhi both finished the league stage with 20 points, but Mumbais superior net run rate put them on top. Delhi, who beat Jharkhand by six wickets, have also made it to the next round. Jemimah was at her attacking best against Pondicherry. She hit 16 fours and two sixes in her knock, which powered Mumbai to 213/2 after they batted first. Humairaa Kaazi gave her solid support with 82 off 57 balls, including hitting 13 fours. Pondicherry were never in the hunt and finished 83 runs short. The margin of victory proved important, as the group was decided on net run rate. The eight teams in the Super League have been split into two groups. Karnataka, Baroda, Vidarbha and Delhi make up Group A, while defending champions Maharashtra, Andhra, Railways and Mumbai are in Group B. All the Super League matches will be played in Ahmedabad -- at the Gujarat College Cricket Ground A and Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, from November 14 to 18. The matches in Ahmedabad will start at 9 am, 11 am, 1.30 pm and 4.30 pm across the two venues. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Delhi will face Vidarbha in their opening game on November 14, followed by taking on Baroda and Karnataka on November 16 and 18, respectively. Teams in the Super League will be ranked on points. The two group winners will meet in the final at Ground B of the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 20. Each team will play three Super League matches. Mumbai will begin their Super League campaign against Railways on November 14, before taking on Andhra on November 16 and Maharashtra on November 18. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Patil, Sisodia, Pandey Return As Karnataka Name Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground: Batters Rohan Patil, Luvnith Sisodia and Manish Pandey have returned to Karnatakas squad for the first three matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026/27, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) announced on Friday. Smaran R. will captain the side after returning from New Zealand, where hes with the India A red-ball team. Senior players Mayank Agarwal and Shreyas Gopal, who led Karnataka to victories in their last two Ranji Trophy matches as stand-in captain, have been left out. Both struggled in last seasons Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy -- Mayank scored 135 runs in seven games, while Shreyas made just 25 runs and took five wickets with his leg-spin. Pandey, who was named among the probables, returns to the senior side after two years. Patil and Sisodia make a return to the team after last playing T20 games for them in 2022. The tournament is a big opportunity for Manvanth Kumar L, who had a satisfactory outing in the first leg of the Ranji Trophy hitting two centuries and picking a three-for. A strong show in the shortest format could also put him in contention for an IPL contract after being a part of Delhi Capitals in the 2025 season. Karnatakas batting looks strong on paper, with Karun Nair, Abhinav Manohar and Smaran adding further depth. With so much firepower, the side will hope to do better this season. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. In Elite Group A, Karnataka will first take on Bengal on November 14, before facing Uttar Pradesh (November 16), Mizoram (November 18) and Jharkhand (November 20) at the Wankhede Stadium. Their remaining group games are against Chandigarh (November 22), Rajasthan (November 24) and Baroda (November 26) at the Sharad Pawar BKC Academy Ground. The bowling, however, is likely to decide how far Karnataka goes in the competition. Pacers Vyshak V, Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty will lead the seam attack. Spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal will share the spin-bowling duties with leg-spinner Pravin Dubey. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Nepal To Host Crucial World Cup Qualifier Play-Off From December 4

Eight teams, including hosts Nepal, Canada and United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be vying for the last four spots in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2027 when they begin their campaign in the round-robin Qualifier Playoff to be played in Kathmandu from December 4 to 21.

Faf Du Plessis Predicts New Captains For LSG, KKR And MI In IPL 2027

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Sourav Ganguly's Iconic Jersey From NatWest 2002 Final To Be On Display At MCA Museum

Sourav Ganguly's jersey, which the former Indian captain famously waved from the balcony at the Lord's in 2002, will be among the precious items on display at the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum on November 14, 15 and 17.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Appointed Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026; Check Full Squad

New batting star Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been named as the captain of the Bihar senior cricket team in the first two games of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026. This is going to be Suryavanshi's first experience in leading a senior

English Cricketer, Dubbed 'Clicky Ponting' After Viral Cheating Scandal, Banned For 2 Years

An amateur cricketer in England has been banned for two years in a cheating scandal caught on video. The allegations came to light in July when a video showed a fielder clicking his fingers to imitate the sound of a bat connecting with the ball before a player is called out.

Nitish Rana Dropped From Delhi Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Former captain Nitish Rana was on Friday dropped from Delhi's 16-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beginning on November 14.

Abu Dhabi T10: Captains Gear Up For New Era As Season Starts With Triple-header

Abu Dhabi Sports Council: The captains of the six franchises came together for the pre-tournament press conference. Setting out their ambitions for the season ahead in the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 as crickets fastest format begins on Saturday. Before the action begins, team captains Kieron Pollard, Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran, Rovman Powell, Fakhar Zaman and Moeen Ali shared their thoughts on title defences, team identity and the demands of the 10-over game. The season opens with a triple-header on Saturday as defending champions UAE Bulls take on Yas Lions in the opening match, and the Royal Desert Champions face the Emirates Eagles early in the evening. This will be followed by United Tigers meeting newcomers Arabian Aces in the night match to conclude the hectic day. Kieron Pollard, whose UAE Bulls begin their title defence against the Yas Lions, said: Its always tougher to defend a title. When youre the reigning champions, youre the team to beat. But everybody starts fresh tomorrow. Its a new season, and were all excited to get our campaign going on the right note. On the importance of setting the tone early, the Yas Lions Jason Holder said: Its crucial to start well, especially in a format like this, but weve seen how you can always turn things around in this format. We have a great group of guys, and were all raring to go tomorrow. On what makes the 10-over format particularly challenging for captains, the Royal Desert Champions Nicholas Pooran said: Things move very quickly in this format. It adds to the excitement, but it means you make judgement calls in a short span, and right or wrong, you dont have time to dwell. As a captain, its important to support the team so they can execute their skills. On balancing power-hitting and bowling, the Emirates Eagles Rovman Powell said: If you want to go all the way, which is undoubtedly our goal this season, you have to nail both departments. Weve got the right balance in the squad. The senior players need to lead the way, and guys like Shimron Hetmyer and Trent Boult will play a huge role. On what will be his teams biggest strength this season, the United Tigers Fakhar Zaman said: We have no shortage of talent in our team. We have multiple match-winners, and thats a factor that sets us apart. It helps that many of us are already familiar with each other, and the young guys are gelling well. Were thrilled for the new season. On the identity the Arabian Aces want to establish as a new franchise, Moeen Ali said: We want to be a franchise that players are proud to represent, built on a culture of excellence. Absolutely, well fight hard and look to showcase our skills, but we also want every player to grow during their stint with the team. The 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 runs from 720 November at Abu Dhabis celebrated Zayed Cricket Stadium. It is the first full tournament since Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) took majority ownership of the event, supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB). The format stays the same: high-intensity 10-over matches, international star power and nail-biting finishes. On the identity the Arabian Aces want to establish as a new franchise, Moeen Ali said: We want to be a franchise that players are proud to represent, built on a culture of excellence. Absolutely, well fight hard and look to showcase our skills, but we also want every player to grow during their stint with the team. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

'Clicky Ponting' Banned Over Cricket Cheating Scandal

An amateur cricketer dubbed Clicky Ponting has been banned for two years and his team punished heavily after a cheating scandal that made global headlines. Brian Devine was caught apparently clicking his fingers while fielding during a match for Saltburn Cricket Club's second XI, to trick the umpire into thinking the batsman had edged the ball. He was given the nickname Clicky Ponting in reference to the former Australia captain, Ricky. The North Yorkshire and South Durham league launched an investigation after the incident came to light in July, attracting millions of views online. There were further complaints regarding previous matches and the probe included player interviews, written statements and a detailed review of video footage. Devine has now been suspended from playing, coaching, umpiring, scoring and managing junior teams at all levels until September 29, 2028. Saltburn's second XI have been relegated, handed a 60-point deduction for the 2027 season and fined 300 ($400). Devine and Saltburn admitted the charges but the club appealed against their sanction. Saltburn said in a statement reported on gazettelive.co.uk: The club fully participated in the disciplinary proceedings and accept the decision of the appeal following the original decision from the league. In a statement to the Press Association, the league said: The league recognises the strain this has placed on many people, especially those who were abused online and in person. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories We ask everyone to respect that the formal process is now complete. The league will make no further comment.

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Mahmud's 6-90 Restricts West Indies In Second Bangladesh Test

Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud claimed 6-90 for hosts Bangladesh on Friday as they bowled out West Indies for 356 on the second day of the second Test in Sylhet. But the hosts ended the day struggling at 88-3, still 268 runs behind the visitors' first innings score. Bangladesh, who lost opener Shadman Islam to an ankle injury, reached the close with Towhid Hridoy unbeaten on 29 and Mushfiqur Rahim on 19. Mahmud set a new record for Bangladesh pace bowlers with his fifth five-wicket haul in Tests, surpassing the mark he had previously shared with Shahadat Hossain. He was ably supported by his fellow opening quick Taskin Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who took two wickets each. Amir Jangoo was the top scorer for West Indies and hit 133 off 212 balls, with key contributions by debutant Kevin Wickham (61) and Justin Greaves (51). Whenever we play in Sylhet, there is usually movement and overcast conditions, which tend to favour fast bowlers, Mahmud said after the day's play. But this wicket probably became quite flat after the first one or two hours and was good for batting. Mahmud said Bangladesh were optimistic about their chances. If Mushfiqur and Hridoy can continue this partnership, I think we can reduce their lead. The wicket is still good, and if the batters can apply themselves, I think we can get the job done. But Jangoo believes West Indies posted a competitive total. Our objective was to get past 400, so we are probably disappointed, said Jangoo. Bangladesh bowled beautifully, and we knew the second new ball would be dangerous, he added. But we will still be pleased with scoring more than 350 runs. - Bishop survives hat-trick ball - West Indies resumed the second day on 235-4, with Jangoo unbeaten overnight on 111 and Greaves on 35. The pair continued to chip away at the Bangladesh attack before the hosts took the second new ball. Mahmud then found movement and bounce to surprise Jangoo, who departed after more than five hours at the crease, having struck 13 fours and two sixes. Mahmud struck again off the next ball when captain Roston Chase edged to wicketkeeper Litton Das, creating a hat-trick opportunity. New batter Joshua Bishop survived the hat-trick ball after a review overturned an lbw decision, denying Mahmud a second Test hat-trick. He had achieved the feat against Afghanistan in the UAE in October. Mahmud missed a caught-and-bowled opportunity when Bishop was on nine before removing him for 23 with the help of Litton, who completed a stumping. Miraz then bowled Greaves for 51 to reduce West Indies to 301-8. Shamar Joseph and Jomel Warrican frustrated Bangladesh before taking West Indies to lunch at 322-8. Mahmud broke their 22-run stand by dismissing Joseph for 16, leaving West Indies at 323-9. Warrican added another 33 runs with Jayden Seales before Miraz trapped Seales for 15 to end the innings, with Warrican unbeaten on 27. Bangladesh promoted lower-order batter Nayeem Hasan to open with Tanzid Hasan. But Nayeem edged Seales for five before Tanzid fell for 16 attempting to hit Greaves, leaving the hosts struggling at 22-2. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Hridoy tried to steady the innings, but Joseph broke their 29-run stand by removing Shanto for 18.

Mahmud: 'Beating a batter is quite a good feeling'

Fast bowler believes Bangladesh can take the lead against West Indies despite being 268 runs behind after the second day's play in Sylhet

Cricket could take backseat in wet Wellington

Rain threat hangs over the second ODI in Wellington

NZ vs IND 2nd ODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs

NZ vs IND 2nd ODI , Cricket Tips :Team India recorded a clinical win in the first game of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand. They won by five wickets and took a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series. Virat Kohli produced another match-winning knock in the chase. He scored a 35-ball fifty and finished with 74 off 51 balls. The Indian bowling unit stood tall, and the pacers took nine wickets among them. India will be confident going into the second game in Wellington. The second ODI will kick off at 7:30 AM IST on Saturday at Hnry Stadium. New Zealand will be aiming to make a comeback with a win to level the series. They know the conditions but need to address their batting issue. NZ vs IND: Match Details Date : November 7, 2026 (Saturday) Time : 7:30 AM IST Venue : Hnry Stadium, Wellington NZ vs IND: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the game on the Sony Sports Networks. Fans can watch the game on the Sony LIV app or website. NZ vs IND: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches: 124 New Zealand: 52 India : 64 No-result: 8 NZ vs IND: Ground Pitch Report Hnry Stadium has a batting-friendly wicket in the T20I series. But the wicket for the second ODI might be in favor of bowlers. The overcast conditions will aid the fast bowlers, and the toss will be important. Bowling first will be an advantage here. NZ vs IND: Predicted XIs New Zealand : Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Mitch Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy, Blair Tickner India : Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Mohammed Siraj, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh NZ vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli displayed what he can do on these wickets. He will be India's biggest weapon in the game. For New Zealand, Daryl Mitchell will be the key. He has excellent numbers against India. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep Singh and Jacob Duffy bowled well in the first game. They used the conditions well and were excellent. Today Match Prediction : India have the momentum, and they will start the second ODI as favorites. NZ vs IND Match 2nd ODI, Today Match NZ vs IND, NZ vs IND Prediction, NZ vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for New Zealand vs India Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.

SMAT: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed Bihar captain

At 15, he is set for his first captaincy stint in official cricket

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Bihar Captain For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Bihar are in Group B alongside Delhi, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Railways, Saurashtra and Tamil Nadu

Suryakumar Yadav Shares Heartfelt Message After Special Meeting With PM Narendra Modi

Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Friday shared a heartfelt message after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'It's all about sticking to my strengths' - Jangoo backs his instincts after Sylhet ton

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Teenage Run Machine Sooryavanshi Gets Captaincy Call

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed captain of Bihar's senior team for the initial two matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, starting November 14. Suraj Kashyap will serve as vice-captain. Sooryavanshi, known for his IPL and India T20I performances, will lead Bihar in Group B, with their first match against Saurashtra in Indore.

Prendergast To Miss Emerging Nations Trophy As Ireland Include Two Uncapped Players

ICC Emerging Nations Tournament: Orla Prendergast will not be part of Irelands squad for the upcoming ICC Womens Emerging Nations Trophy in the UAE, as Cricket Ireland has allowed the star seam-bowling all-rounder to skip the tournament and continue to play in the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) in Australia. In Orlas absence, Amy Hunter has been named vice-captain of the 14-member squad led by Gaby Lewis. The squad also includes two uncapped players, Zara Craig and Abbi Harrison, while Lara Maritz has made a comeback to the team. Recognising a likely clash between the WBBL and the ICC Emerging Nations Tournament, the consideration was focused on what was best for Orlas game and development. The collective agreement was that the WBBL experience would elevate Orlas game, which, in turn, would benefit Cricket Ireland on the field with an ICC Womens Cricket World Cup Qualification campaign already underway and qualification for the T20 World Cup in 2028 already secured, said Graeme West, Cricket Irelands director of high performance, in a statement. Apart from Orla, Rebecca Stokell is not in the squad due to a voluntary suspension over a prescription medication breach, while Leah Paul has made herself unavailable and Christina Coulter Reilly is ruled out due to an injury. Zara, 23, is a seam-bowling all-rounder who plays for Eglinton and Phoenix. She came through Irelands age-group pathway and was in the squad for the 2023 Womens Under-19 T20 World Cup in South Africa. Abbi, a 20-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Waringstown, earned her first senior call-up after playing in the 2023 and 2025 Under-19 World Cups. An international debut would make her the fifth member of her immediate family to play for Ireland, after her great-uncles Garfield, Jim, Roy and Deryck. She has said, though, that her grandfather Barry has had the biggest influence on her cricket. Lara, 25, returns to the national side for the first time since 2021. The all-rounder made her debut in 2017 and has 43 caps. Kia McCartney, who has five ODI caps, is yet to play a T20I match. The 10-team event runs from November 12 to 25, and the Ireland squad leaves for the UAE on Sunday. This is the first edition of the expanded format. The previous tournament, won by Thailand, was open only to Associate nations, but this year five Full Members will take on five Associate countries. Ireland are in Group A with Sri Lanka, Scotland, Papua New Guinea and hosts UAE. Group B is made up of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, the Netherlands and Thailand. With no International cricket scheduled until March next year, the timing of the Emerging Nations Trophy provides our Performance Squad with the perfect opportunity to put the learning from the training programmes that have taken place over the last six weeks into high-level competition. The tournament itself offers our squad the opportunity to take on sides that share a similar goal of entering the top six ranked teams in the world, making for a very competitive event - just what we need as we build towards the next T20 World Cup in 2028. We have a few notable absentees from the squad we took to the T20 World Cup in June, but such absences provide opportunities for players that are progressing through the High Performance Pathway to showcase their talent and strengthen our pool of players capable of consistently producing impactful performances in international cricket, added West. Ireland open their campaign against Sri Lanka on November 12. They then play the UAE on November 13, before taking on Papua New Guinea on November 16 and Scotland on November 18. The Super Sixes will be played on November 20, 22 and 23, and the final will be played on November 25. We have a few notable absentees from the squad we took to the T20 World Cup in June, but such absences provide opportunities for players that are progressing through the High Performance Pathway to showcase their talent and strengthen our pool of players capable of consistently producing impactful performances in international cricket, added West. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed as Bihars captain for first two Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy games

Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 6 (IANS) Teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain Bihars senior team for the first time after being named as their skipper for the opening two matches of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. While announcing a 17-member squad on Friday, the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) named Suraj Kashyap as the sides vice-captain. BCA president Harsh Vardhan said the role would aid Sooryavanshis development as a player. Vaibhav has already demonstrated tremendous talent, confidence and maturity at a young age, and this responsibility will provide him with another opportunity to grow as a cricketer and leader. We are hopeful that under Vaibhavs leadership, the team will deliver a disciplined, competitive and effective performance while representing the state in the upcoming season, he said. The captaincy comes on the back of a remarkable rise for Sooryavanshi. After making India win the 2026 Under-19 Mens Cricket World Cup by hitting 175 in the final and becoming Player of the Tournament, the left-handed batter became the leading run-getter in IPL 2026 while turning out for the Rajasthan Royals with 776 runs coming at a strike rate of 237.30. Those exploits earned him a place in the India T20I side, and he became the youngest international cricketer for the country by debuting in the second game against England in Manchester in July. In the recent third T20I against New Zealand, Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma put on 118 without loss in the first six overs - the highest powerplay total in mens T20Is. The pair added 133 for the opening wicket in just 43 balls. Sooryavanshi made 45 off 19 deliveries, while Abhishek smashed 113 off 38 balls. Overall, Vaibhav has scored 295 runs in ten T20Is at an average of 29.5 and strike rate of 185.53, including hitting two fifties. Bihars squad was finalised at a meeting of the BCAs senior mens selection committee on Friday, after trials held from November 4 to 6 and a review of past performances was done. Committee Chairman Harvinder Singh and member Amitabh Vijayvargiya attended the meeting, while selector S. Sarath joined via telephonic call. Mangal Mahour and pacer Sakib Hussain have also been picked, but subject to fitness. The selectors will assess them after the first two games before deciding whether they are available to play. Interestingly, the BCA has also named 16 standby players. Bihar will play their first two matches against Saurashtra and Railways in Indore on November 14 and 16 respectively. The support staff of the states Ranji Trophy team will remain with the side for the whole tournament, while Harvinder and Vijayvargiya will travel to Indore to watch the matches. Bihar squad: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (captain), Suraj Kashyap (vice-captain), Alok Kumar, Ayush Loharuka (wk), Altamash Ashraf, Param Kumar Singh, Anmol Kumar (wk), Ritwik Raj, Mayank Kumar, Raghvendra Pratap, Ashish Kumar, Vasudev Pratap Singh, Mohammad Izhar, Amod Yadav, Prashant Singh, Nawaz Khan, Himanshu Singh. Subject to fitness: Mangal Mahour, Shakib Hussain. Standbys: Bipin Saurabh, Suman Kumar, Akash Raj, Khalid Alam, Bhaskar Dubey, Kumar Rajnish, Suyash, Abhijeet Saket, Yashasvi Rishabh, Lakhan Raja, Pawan Kumar, Amit Chaudhary, Piyush Singh, Bhanu Kumar, Lokesh Babulal Kumar, Prashant Srivastava.

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Afghanistan Cricket Board: Rashid Khans discipline and Ibrahim Zadrans consistency are something Afghanistan mens Under-19 vice-captain Faridullah Ihsas wants to bring to his own game during the ongoing Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman. I admire Ibrahim Zadran for his consistency, dedication, and also Rashid Khan for his discipline, hard work, experience, and humanity. Ibrahim Zadran has shared his experiences with us. I havent met Rashid Khan yet, but Inshallah, I will meet him soon, Ihsas told IANS in an exclusive conversation facilitated by Sony Sports Network on Friday. Ihsas said his love for the game took root as a child while growing up in Khost, especially at a time when Afghanistan grew as a side in international cricket. When our Afghanistan team was in a good situation and began improving as a unit every day, I began supporting them. I have watched and played cricket since childhood and I love cricket. As the sides vice-captain, Ihsas wants to support his team and captain Sohail Khan at every step. Being named vice-captain is a great honour and responsibility for me. I want to support the captain and my teammates in every situation, as it is a great honour and responsibility for me to be in this leadership role. Afghanistan began their Asia Cup campaign with a convincing 113-run win over Bangladesh in their Group B game on Thursday. Amir Hamza (3-23), Noor Ali Niazai (3-29) and Samiullah Mubariz (3-11) were among the wicket-takers to defend the total of 231 by bundling out Bangladesh for 118 in 25.5 overs. Yesterday was too good because we won the match against Bangladesh at the start of the Asia Cup. It was very important because the start of the tournament should always happen with a win. It was a really good game for us. Yes, Afghanistan bowlers in yesterdays match bowled really well because in the first 10 overs, they took five wickets. It was a good bowling performance by them, he said. Though Ihsas made 15, he was pleased with the teams batting effort, led by Shah Faisal Rahimis 83. My batting performance was not that good, but our team performance with the bat was good. This is a good sign for us. Afghanistan arrived early in Oman for a bilateral series, and even faced off against Bangladesh last month, which means they come into the continental event on the back of serious game time. Before this Asia Cup, we played two series - one against Bangladesh and another one against Oman. We have adapted to the pitches, conditions and the weather because we came to Oman last month, added Ihsas. Ihsas, known for being technically sound and possessing a classical batting style, also praised head coach Rais Ahmadzais efforts in building the side with an eye on the 2028 Mens Under-19 World Cup. Our coach Rais Ahmadzai has very rich experience because he has been coaching Afghanistan mens teams for the last 13-14 years. Under his coaching in U-19 cricket, our Afghanistan team reached the semi-finals (in the 2024 and 2026 World Cups). He is sharing his experiences with us. We are happy with Rais Ahmadzai as he is a good coach, he said. Ihsas added that cricket was in good health back home. Everything in Afghanistan is good -- our pitches, conditions, grounds and weather -- because our national team under 19 and also A-teams, all the teams are in good form. With the opening win behind them, Ihsas signed off by saying the teams focus was now on going all the way to winning the trophy. Yesterdays match is finished, and we are thinking about the future matches. We are in good form. Our players are in good form. Also, we prepared well for this because we came here to Oman much before the Asia Cup started. We are coming off playing against Bangladesh and Oman, which means we are ready for this Asia Cup. Our goal is to win the title and Inshallah, we will get to win the trophy. With the opening win behind them, Ihsas signed off by saying the teams focus was now on going all the way to winning the trophy. Yesterdays match is finished, and we are thinking about the future matches. We are in good form. Our players are in good form. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Playoffs for Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier to commence in Nepal on Dec 4

Digital Desk | Dubai, Nov 6 (IANS) Eight teams, including hosts Nepal, Canada and United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be vying for the last four spots in the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2027 when they begin their campaign in the round-robin Qualifier Playoff to be played in Kathmandu from December 4 to 21. Hosts Nepal will take on Italy at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground on the opening day of the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup Qualifier Playoff, with Namibia and Uganda contesting simultaneously at the Mulpani Cricket Ground. Canada, Kuwait, Jersey and the UAE are the other teams competing for the remaining slots in the 10-team Global Qualifier to determine the final four places at the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027. ICC General Manager Events and Operations, Gaurav Saxena, said: The Qualifier Play-off is a crucial stage in the pathway to the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, and I am sure all eight teams will be eager to seize this opportunity and secure a place in the next stage. Associate cricket is vital to the continued growth and global development of our sport. Competitions such as this provide teams with valuable opportunities to showcase their talent, gain experience and raise their standards. The progress these teams have shown in recent years is encouraging, and I am confident we will witness some exciting and competitive cricket. On behalf of the ICC, I wish all the teams the very best, he added. The teams already qualified for the Global Qualifier are Ireland and the West Indies, as the two highest-ranked teams outside the eight automatic World Cup qualifiers, excluding Full Member hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe. The USA, Scotland, the Netherlands and Oman have qualified directly from the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup League 2. Victory at the Global Qualifier will secure one teams direct entry to the Group Stage of the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027, while the teams finishing second, third and fourth will enter the newly formed Super Series. The ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027 will be staged in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia from 2 October to 21 November, featuring 14 teams and 57 matches across 12 venues.

2nd ODI: India aim to extend lead as inexperienced pace attack faces another test

Digital Desk | Wellington, Nov 6 (IANS) India's inexperienced but promising pace attack will look to build on its impressive performance in the series opener and keep New Zealand's batters under pressure when the two sides meet in the second ODI at Hnry Stadium in Wellington on Saturday. India hold a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after their five-wicket win in the rain-affected first ODI in Auckland, with their fast bowlers providing the platform with a disciplined bowling effort. Pre-series doubts over India's comparatively unproven bowling stocks had been troubling, but Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj and Arshdeep Singh announced their presence in the first game. Brar, Kamboj and Singh's showing also indicated a marginal change in head coach Gautam Gambhir's reliance on all-rounders, with the team packing a four-prong pace attack. Although Arshdeep took the most wickets, Kamboj was India's best bowler, with 46 dot balls in his 10 overs. Though the other pacers mostly bowled into the pitch, Kamboj kept hitting Test match lengths and managing swing in his deliveries to challenge the New Zealand batsmen. He may also be thrown the ball next to Arshdeep, as he did in the first match with Auqib Nabi. The other four pacers were not able to take a single wicket, and if Siraj was fit to play, it would make room for the more experienced fast bowler. The Indian team, however, has been tight-lipped about its choices. In addition to the quicks having to adapt to a change of venue, their lengths may need to readjust as well. While Eden Park's shorter straight boundaries had called for the short ball, the dimensions of Hnry Stadium a particularly short square boundary may mean the fuller is better. His own team's batting will also be hoping for more from Rohit Sharma, who was dismissed for a duck in the first over of the series opener shortly after arriving in New Zealand on the back of a successful home series versus the West Indies. The other half of the thing was sitting in Auckland, scoring fluently to arrive at 74 runs off 51 balls. While Virat Kohli is at ease with an additional bounce, the same cannot be said of a few of his teammates. Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel had a dismal time against the short-ball barrage, with Iyer eventually nicking one to keep out a rising delivery. Both these batsmen will want to address these concerns soon enough. The New Zealand batters also looked to counter the quicks from India in the first game with a pull shot, but were largely unsuccessful skipper Mitchell Santner admitted after the game that his side had been short of feet against the extra bounce from the Indian bowlers. The hosts will be without key batsman Devon Conway after he was ruled out of the rest of the series following a blow to the head during a collision in fielding practice. It could also become something of a lottery if the weather plays ball on Saturday. Low-level drizzle in Wellington on Friday was enough to see both teams change their training plans. New Zealand trained at the indoor facilities at Wellington College, while India cancelled theirs altogether. There will be more rain on match day, according to AccuWeather, with a 60 per cent chance of showers in the first half and a 55 per cent chance in the second. As well as the tour opener, it was also rain-hit, with a 10-minute delay to the start time and India's target being reduced from 186 in 50 overs to 143 in 32 as the chase was interrupted twice. India then achieved the job, seven down Kohli's 74 and Kamboj's 2-22 earning him the Player of the Match award. The series will then shift to Hamilton for the third ODI on 10 November, after which the final two matches will be held at Mount Maunganui on November 13 and 15. When: Saturday, November 7 Where: Hnry Stadium Where to watch: The match will be telecast on Sony Sports Network and will be streamed on JioStar. Squads: India: Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (vc), KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan, Kuldeep Yadav, Naman Dhir. New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (captain), Tom Seifert, Henry Nicholls, Tom Latham (wk), Will Young, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Matthew Fisher, Matt Henry, Blair Tickner, Nathan Smith.

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Cricket World Cup League Two: Former UAE captain Ahmed Raza has been appointed head coach of the countrys mens team. Raza comes into the top role as Lalchand Rajput stepped down after almost three years in charge. In his playing days, Raza captained the UAE in 29 of his 53 ODIs, and in 27 of his 55 T20Is. He previously coached the UAE womens team for three years and has also worked with Dubai Capitals in the ILT20 and Southern Brave in The Hundred. Raza also served as head coach of Dubai Capitals in the Global Super League in Guyana in 2025. I am honoured to have been chosen for this exciting role and look forward to beginning my new innings. I want to thank the ECB for granting me this opportunity. As a former national captain, I fully understand what it means to represent the UAE at the highest level. The current team is full of highly skilled and experienced players as well as some exciting youngsters who will take the team forward. My aim will be to solidify some of the good work done in recent years and build further from there, said Raza in a statement on Friday. Razas first assignment will be the eight-team World Cup Qualifier Play-off in Kathmandu next month, where the UAEs ODI status will be on the line. The tournament clashes with the ILT20, so several players in the touring squad stand to miss out on lucrative contracts offered by the competition. Under Rajputs tenure, the UAE finished at the bottom of the Cricket World Cup League Two table, although they ended the campaign with three straight wins. The side also qualified for this years Mens T20 World Cup in India and last years Asia Cup held in their backyard, apart from a bilateral T20I series win over Bangladesh. My stint as UAE Mens Head Coach was very rewarding and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the team. I sincerely thank the Emirates Cricket Board, the management, players and support staff for their cooperation, trust and support throughout my tenure. It has been a rewarding experience, and I will always cherish the relationships and memories built during this journey. During my tenure, I am proud that we achieved some important milestones, including qualifying for the Asia Cup, the ICC T20 World Cup and securing a series win against Bangladesh. These achievements were the result of the collective efforts, commitment and hard work of the players, support staff and management. I firmly believe that UAE cricket has great potential, and I wish the team every success in its future endeavours. I hope the progress we have made will provide a strong foundation for continued success, said Rajput. Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) member Zayed Abbas thanked the outgoing coach and backed his successor to come good in future. The Emirates Cricket Board thanks Lalchand Rajput for his commitment, dedication and hard work with the UAE Mens National Team. We wish Lalchand the very best for his future endeavours. These achievements were the result of the collective efforts, commitment and hard work of the players, support staff and management. I firmly believe that UAE cricket has great potential, and I wish the team every success in its future endeavours. I hope the progress we have made will provide a strong foundation for continued success, said Rajput. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

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