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Joey Evison agrees Sussex switch

Allrounder set to leave Kent after four-year association

Albie Morkel named head coach of Joburg Super Kings

He will take over from Stephen Fleming, who stepped down from the role earlier this month

Safest Pair Of Hands In The Slips: Kohli Hails Rahane On His Retirement

Melbourne Cricket Ground: Former India captain Virat Kohli hailed Ajinkya Rahane as the 'safest pair of hands in the slips' and his favourite Test batting partner while congratulating the veteran batter on a 'great career' following his retirement from international cricket. Rahane, who famously led India to a historic Border-Gavaskar Trophy series triumph in Australia in 2020-21, announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning more than a decade. Kohli, who shared several memorable moments with Rahane during their time together in the Indian team, paid a heartfelt tribute to his former teammate. Jinks, congratulations on a great career, buddy. Youve done wonders for Indian cricket, and you can be very proud of your journey. The safest pair of hands in the slips and my favourite Test batting partner. Wishing you well always. God bless, Kohli posted on social media. India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant also thanked Rahane for his contribution to Indian cricket, recalling his calmness, selflessness and leadership qualities. It felt good to share the dressing room with you, Ajju bhai. Calm in every situation, selfless in every role and a leader by example. Thank you for everything you have done for Indian cricket. Wishing you nothing but the best for whats next, Pant posted. Rahane made his India debut during the 2011 tour of England and went on to feature in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is. He scored 5,077 runs in 144 Test innings, including 12 centuries and 26 fifties, while accumulating 2,962 ODI runs. His last appearance for India came during the 2023 away Test series against the West Indies. It felt good to share the dressing room with you, Ajju bhai. Calm in every situation, selfless in every role and a leader by example. Thank you for everything you have done for Indian cricket. Wishing you nothing but the best for whats next, Pant posted. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The series included Indias famous eight-wicket win at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and the historic triumph at the Gabba, where India breached Australias fortress to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Article Source: IANS

UAE qualify for 2027 women's under-19 T20 World Cup by winning Asia Qualifier

Samoa also make it to the tournament for the second successive time after qualifying in 2025 too

'He Showed Composure Isn't The Opposite Of Aggression': Tendulkar Lauds Rahane After Retirement

Sachin Tendulkar: Legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar hailed Ajinkya Rahane for his remarkable career, highlighting the former India captain's composure and ability to put the team's interests ahead of his own after the 37-year-old announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday. Rahane, who famously led India to a historic Border-Gavaskar Trophy series triumph in Australia in 2020-21, announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning more than a decade. Tendulkar, who shared the dressing room with Rahane during his early years with Mumbai, recalled the batter's selfless approach and praised his leadership during India's memorable triumph in Australia. Congratulations on a remarkable career, @ajinkyarahane88. The first time we batted together for Mumbai, I saw someone who never chased moments. They came to you because you were willing to do the hard yards for the team. That same quality defined your finest hour in Australia. You showed that composure isn't the opposite of aggression. It is often what gives a team the confidence to be fearless, Tendulkar wrote on X. Congratulations on a wonderful career! Wishing you and your family all the very best, he added. Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh also congratulated Rahane, describing him as one of the finest cricketers of his generation to represent India across formats. Congratulations, Jinks, on a remarkable career! One of the finest from this generation to represent the country in all formats and also lead successfully in some of the most prestigious games! You did well at every opportunity and here's wishing you good luck for what comes next! Shakalaka baby, Yuvraj posted on Instagram. Rahane made his India debut during the 2011 tour of England and went on to feature in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is. He scored 5,077 runs in 144 Test innings, including 12 centuries and 26 fifties, while also accumulating 2,962 runs in ODIs. His last appearance for India came in the 2023 away Test series against the West Indies. Rahane's finest moment as an international captain came during India's 2020-21 tour of Australia. After India were bowled out for 36 in Adelaide and lost captain Virat Kohli, Rahane took charge and guided the team to a historic 2-1 series victory, including the memorable triumph at the Gabba. The Mumbai batter announced his retirement through a video on social media with the caption, Cap 278 signing off. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. Forever grateful. Rahane's finest moment as an international captain came during India's 2020-21 tour of Australia. After India were bowled out for 36 in Adelaide and lost captain Virat Kohli, Rahane took charge and guided the team to a historic 2-1 series victory, including the memorable triumph at the Gabba. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ajinkya means unbeatable, but cricket has shown me defeat many times. As cricketers, we fail more often than we succeed. My team has lost matches. I have made mistakes, but there is one place where I was never defeated, and that was in your hearts. Thank you for your love, your faith and your support. Cap number 278, signing off, he added. Article Source: IANS

Fleming appointment confirms England's wasted summer

ECB could have made clean break in wake of Ashes defeat; instead Test team has trod water

Albie Morkel Appointed As New Head Coach Of Joburg Super Kings For SA20

Joburg Super Kings: Former South Africa all-rounder Albie Morkel has been appointed as the new head coach of Joburg Super Kings ahead of the upcoming season of the SA20. He steps into the top role after Stephen Fleming left the Super Kings franchise earlier this month and will take charge as Englands Test cricket coach. Morkel represented South Africa in one Test, 58 ODIs, and 50 T20Is from 2004 to 2015. Over a prolific T20 career spanning 319 matches, he scored more than 4,000 runs and claimed nearly 250 wickets. Apart from representing the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Morkel has been an integral part of the Joburg Super Kings coaching setup since the franchise's inception in the SA20. It is an incredible honour to be appointed Head Coach of the Joburg Super Kings. From wearing the Super Kings jersey as a player to now leading one of its franchises as Head Coach, this journey is truly special. I look forward to building on the strong foundations we've created together and helping this group achieve its full potential, Morkel said in a statement by the franchise on Thursday. The JSK team is yet to make it to the SA20 final in four seasons, and Morkels first task will be to lead the team towards that goal. Morkel had been a consultant coach with the South African team in this years T20 World Cup, where they reached the semi-finals. It is an incredible honour to be appointed Head Coach of the Joburg Super Kings. From wearing the Super Kings jersey as a player to now leading one of its franchises as Head Coach, this journey is truly special. I look forward to building on the strong foundations we've created together and helping this group achieve its full potential, Morkel said in a statement by the franchise on Thursday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The fifth edition of the SA20 is scheduled to begin on January 17, 2027, with Joburg Super Kings kicking off their campaign on January 18. Albie Morkel understands our culture well, having experienced it both as a player and as a coach. His leadership and understanding of the South African cricket landscape give us great confidence as we move forward, said KS Viswanathan, Director, Joburg Super Kings. Article Source: IANS

UAE Qualify For 2027 U19 Women's T20 WC After Thrilling One-run Win Over Malaysia

T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) held their nerve in a dramatic finish to defeat hosts Malaysia by just one run in the final of the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier and seal their place at the global event, to be held in 2027. The nail-biting victory at the Bayuemas Oval capped an outstanding, unbeaten campaign for the UAE, who emerged from the eight-team regional qualifier that began on July 23 to claim the sole qualification spot. The main tournament will be the third edition of the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup, and will be co-hosted by Nepal and Bangladesh in 2027 and will feature 16 teams. India have won both editions of the tournament since its inception in South Africa in 2023. In the final, Al Maseera Jahangir produced a stellar all-round display to earn the Player of the Match Award. Jahangir top-scored with a 34-ball 31 before returning exceptional figures of 2-12 from her four overs to restrict Malaysia and seal the dramatic one-run victory. Delighted with her side's resilience, UAE captain Mehak Thakur praised her team's ability to handle high-pressure situations. Im so pleased by how well our team dealt with the pressure in this final, which led to our win. Its so exciting to qualify for the U19 Womens T20 World Cup; we are excited to get there and hopefully play as convincingly as we did during this tournament. Delighted with her side's resilience, UAE captain Mehak Thakur praised her team's ability to handle high-pressure situations. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I would like to thank the ICC and Malaysia Cricket Association for the great tournament and how well organised it has been throughout. The grounds, support staff, liaison officers and officials have all been excellent, and we are excited to get to 2027 for the main event, added Mehak. Article Source: IANS

Aim Is To Finish Tour On A High With Series Win, Says Muneeba Ahead Of T20Is Against SL

Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium: Asserting that their goal is to finish the tour on a high with a series victory, stand-in captain Muneeba Ali said a revamped Pakistan team is ready to compete fiercely against hosts Sri Lanka in the three-match T20I series starting on Friday. All matches of the series will be played at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. In head-to-head records, Pakistan hold a slight advantage over Sri Lanka, having won 11 of the 21 T20I encounters between the two sides, while one match produced no result. We look forward to competing hard in the T20I series here in Dambulla and the aim is to finish the tour on a high with a series win. It is an honour for me to lead Pakistan at any given opportunity and I'll do my best to contribute towards the development of youngsters and produce positive results for the team, Muneeba said in a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) statement on the eve of the series opener. Wicketkeeper-batter Muneeba will lead the side after regular captain Fatima Sana departed for England to participate in The Hundred following the conclusion of the three-match ODI series, which Sri Lanka won 2-1 after coming from behind. Muneeba, Pakistans first womens T20I centurion with two hundreds in the shortest format, has previously stood in as captain during the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2024 against Australia in Dubai and against Zimbabwe in an ODI in May this year. Pakistan have made significant changes to their squad, bringing in eight new players compared to the side that featured in the last T20 World Cup, where they lost four out of five league stage games. Eman Naseer, Humna Bilal, Maham Anees, Momina Riasat, Najiha Alvi, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Umm-e-Hani, and Waheeda Akhtar have been drafted in, with batters Eman and Maham being uncapped in the format. Pakistan have made significant changes to their squad, bringing in eight new players compared to the side that featured in the last T20 World Cup, where they lost four out of five league stage games. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka have also refreshed their roster by making three changes from their ODI setup -- calling up youngsters Sanjana Kavindi, Chamudi Praboda, and Rashmika Sewwandi. We are aware of Sri Lanka's capability to bounce back from any situation, and we will look to take the field with the best preparation and planning possible, Muneeba concluded. Article Source: IANS

Najmul Hossain Shanto Backs Injury-Hit Bangladesh Ahead Of Australia Tests

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said Thursday he had complete faith in his injury-hit squad ahead of a two-Test series in Australia, saying those selected have the ability to compete. Several key players, including fast bowlers Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam, are recovering from injuries. Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das is also yet to recover from a calf injury sustained during the home one-day series against Australia in June. Nahid Rana, Shoriful and Litton Das are obviously important players, Shanto told reporters before the team's departure. But those who are in the squad have also been playing for many years. I have complete faith in the team that is going to Australia and believe we can play good cricket. The series marks Bangladesh's first Test tour of Australia in 23 years, with their last visit in 2003. Shanto said the tour was an opportunity not only to challenge one of the world's strongest teams on their home turf but also to earn Australia's respect and secure more Test matches there in future. Our main goal is to play good cricket there and earn respect, he said. If we can play competitive cricket, they'll definitely invite us again in the future. Bangladesh leave for Australia on Friday and will play a four-day warm-up match against Cricket Australia XI before the opening Test in Darwin on August 13. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The second Test begins in Mackay on August 22.

Rahane's Career A Fine Example Of What It Means To Put The Team First: BCCI Chief Manhas

BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia: Describing Ajinkya Rahane's career as a fine example of what it means to put the team first, BCCI President Mithun Manhas on Thursday paid rich tributes to the former India captain, who announced his retirement from international cricket. Rahane played 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is for India, with his last international appearance coming in a Test match against the West Indies in July 2023. Rahane made 5077 runs in Tests at an average of 38.46 with 12 centuries, while amassing 2962 ODI runs at average of 35.26 with three hundreds. He also made 375 T20I runs at a strike rate of 113.29. He led India in six Tests, of which they won four and drew two, apart from being in 2015 ODI World Cup and 2014 and 2016 T20 World Cups. The most defining time of his international career came when he became Indias stand-in captain in the 2020/21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, held during the Covid-19 pandemic. He captained a depleted Indian side to a remarkable 2-1 series triumph, after Virat Kohli left for paternity leave and India had been bowled out for 36 in the first Test at the Adelaide Oval. Ajinkya Rahane's career is a fine example of what it means to put the team first. He earned his reputation through performances in some of the toughest conditions in world cricket and became one of India's most dependable batters overseas. His leadership during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy will forever remain one of the defining chapters in Indian Cricket. Taking charge after the opening Test, he led a young side through extraordinary circumstances to a famous series victory, culminating in the historic triumph at The Gabba. On behalf of the BCCI, I congratulate Ajinkya on a distinguished international career and wish him every success in the years ahead, said Manhas in a statement issued by the BCCI. More than half of Mumbai-based Rahanes Test appearances came in overseas conditions, where he repeatedly proved his mettle by thriving against quality pace and bounce on challenging overseas tracks. It is further evident from him hitting Test hundreds at Lord's, Wellington, Melbourne, Kingston, and Durban, which cemented his legacy as a batter for crisis situations, apart from being a quintessential team man who always respected the sport. Highlighting Rahane's integrity and quiet dignity both on and off the field, BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia noted that his impact extended far beyond the runs he scored for India. Ajinkya, you can be immensely proud of the way you led India and the way you played this great game. You played cricket with the utmost sincerity and integrity, qualities every dressing room values. It is further evident from him hitting Test hundreds at Lord's, Wellington, Melbourne, Kingston, and Durban, which cemented his legacy as a batter for crisis situations, apart from being a quintessential team man who always respected the sport. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Through important innings, thoughtful leadership and the example you set for younger players, you made every team you represented stronger. I thank you for your outstanding service to Indian Cricket, he added. Article Source: IANS

SOB vs BPH: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 13, The Hundred Mens 2026

SOBvs BPH,Approaching Milestones and Records :Match no. 13 of the Hundred Men's 2026 will be played between two teams that are at the bottom of the points table. Southern Brave will lock horns with Birmingham Phoenix on Thursday at 11 PM IST at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. Southern Brave have slipped to the bottom of the table. They have played three games and have lost all three. They have lost to Welsh Fire, Sunrisers Leeds, and MI London. Their qualification is under the scanner, and if they lose this game, they will be very close to getting eliminated. That is where it is important for them to get a win here. Birmingham Phoenix are placed seventh on the table. They have played two games and have one win and one defeat. They won their opening game, but it was followed by a massive defeat by 87 runs at the hands of Manchester Super Giants. Another win here will help them improve their stats. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the SOBvs BPHMatch 13 at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. SOBvs BPH: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SOBvs BPHMatch 13 atThe Rose Bowl, Southampton 5 - Marcus Stoinis is just five sixes away from completing 350 T20 sixes. 103 - David Miller needs 103 more runs to surpass Colin Munro (12260) and become the 13th highest run-getter in T20 cricket. 1 - Adil Rashid has been very good in this format. He has currently taken 422 wickets to his name. He needs one more to surpass Adam Zampa to become the ninth highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket. 56 - Joe Clarke needs 56 more runs to complete 6500 runs in T20 cricket. 77 - Will Smeed is just 77 runs away from completing 4000 T20 runs in his career. 24 - Laurie Evans needs 24 more runs to surpass MS Dhoni (7628) in the tally of T20 cricket. He needs six more sixes to complete 300 T20 sixes. 2 - Chris Jordan needs two more wickets to become the fifth-highest wicket-taker in The Hundred Men's competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2 - Adil Rashid needs two more wickets to become the leading wicket-taker in The Hundred Men's competition. One more wicket, and he will be only the second and first spinner to take 50 wickets in this league.

Stephen Fleming Named England Test Coach, Joe Root Returns As Captain

Former New Zealand: Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming has been appointed England Mens Test head coach, with Joe Root returning as captain as the team prepares to enter a new era under the experienced coach. Fleming will take over the reins from his former teammate Brendon McCullum, who resigned from his role after the 2-1 loss against New Zealand in the home Test series. Root, meanwhile, has been reinstated as Englands Test captain. The right-handed batter previously led England between 2017 and 2022 and remains the countrys most experienced Test captain, having led the side in 65 matches and secured 27 victories. Fleming, 53, will begin his tenure after the upcoming Test Series against Pakistan, with Marcus Trescothick serving as interim head coach during the series. The former New Zealand skipper is expected to take charge in time for Englands Test tour of South Africa later this year. Fleming arrives with an impressive coaching record, having spent 18 years with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and guiding the franchise to a record five Indian Premier League titles. He reached the IPL final 10 times during his tenure and also coached CSKs affiliate teams in South Africa and the USA. He has also coached Melbourne Stars and led Southern Brave to the final of The Hundred in 2023. As a player, Fleming was New Zealands longest-serving Test captain, leading the side in 80 Tests and recording a national record 28 victories. He played 111 Tests for New Zealand and also represented English county sides Middlesex, Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. He captained Nottinghamshire to their first County Championship title in 2005. Root briefly returned to the captaincy on an interim basis during Englands Test series against New Zealand at the Oval earlier this summer, but could not make a sudden impact as England lost the match. Fleming said he was honoured to take charge of one of the most prestigious coaching positions in world cricket. Im incredibly excited to be joining England as Test Coach. Its one of the most prestigious coaching positions in world cricket, and I am honoured to be appointed, Fleming said in an official statement released by the ECB. There is a lot of young talent in and around the team, and our aim is to help them fulfil their potential as world-class cricketers, he added. Fleming also expressed his excitement at working with Root, describing him as a generational talent, while highlighting the development of Harry Brook as another important part of his role. Im particularly looking forward to working with Joe Root as Captain - a generational talent who has achieved so much already. There is still plenty more to come from him, and Im excited to support him so he can enjoy and thrive in the role in what is a different context to his first stint, he said. Im also excited to work with Harry Brook. The best players are never finished products, and helping Harry continue to develop his extraordinary talent and his leadership will be an important part of this journey, he added. Root said he was honoured to be given another opportunity to lead England in Test cricket. The Test captaincy is a difficult but hugely rewarding job and, after enjoying a brief taste of it again working with Brendon McCullum last month, I am excited to lead this next generation of players forward, Root said. The opportunity to do that alongside Stephen is also a huge motivator. He has proved over a long period of time that he is an exceptional leader with a great knowledge of the game, he added. England Mens Cricket managing director Rob Key backed Fleming to turn the teams potential into sustained success. The opportunity to do that alongside Stephen is also a huge motivator. He has proved over a long period of time that he is an exceptional leader with a great knowledge of the game, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Fleming will initially remain in New Zealand to spend time with his family after ending his long-term association with CSK earlier this month. He is expected to travel to the UK later this summer to begin preparations for Englands tour of South Africa. Article Source: IANS

Virat Kohli becomes strategic investor of fitness chain Vault

The company said that the Kohli brothers will hold a collective 28% equity stake in the brand with this investment

Dambulla, Colombo, Jaffna, Galle make late changes as playoffs race heats up

Dambulla Sixers lost their last game and entered must-win territory but added Sikandar Raza and Sonal Dinusha to their side

Age Is Just A Number, It Doesn't Show On The Field : Saransh Jain On Maiden India Test Call-up At 33

Saransh Jain: Rewarded for a decade of relentless toil in domestic cricket, Madhya Pradesh off-spinner Saransh Jain said age is merely a number and that he never lost faith in his ability to earn a maiden India Test call-up, which he got by being included in the squad for the upcoming two-game tour of Sri Lanka. I was heading towards the temple and was driving. That's when I checked my phone and saw around 10 to 12 missed calls and messages. One of my friends who plays cricket called me and congratulated me. I asked, 'For what?' He said, 'Hey, the announcement...' I was surprised and replied, 'Does the official team announcement even happen this early in the morning?' He said, 'It's out! I'll send it to you.' I pulled my car over to the side, checked my phone, and yes, it was official. It was a fantastic feeling. It's the culmination of 26 years of hard work and discipline. When I got home, everyone was so emotional, my father, elder brother, wife, mom, everyone, Jain said to JioStar. Having steadily climbed the ranks through age-group cricket before making his Ranji Trophy debut in 2014/15 with a five-wicket haul against Tamil Nadu, Jain always held onto the belief that his time would come. Age is definitely just a number, so 33 is just a number because of the fielding standards these days, which are so high that your age doesn't show on the field. I knew, if I hadn't made it into the Indian team today, I would have played in the next year or two, but I was certain I'd make it. Acknowledging the immense sacrifices made by his family to keep his dream alive, Jain revealed that their unwavering support carried him through difficult times. It was a shared dream for all of us, built on family sacrifices. It isn't easy to make it into the 15-member Indian squad among millions of people, so family support is vital. There were times when family issues happened where I could have broken down, but my family stood by me, managed everything, and stayed together. Because of them, I'm playing for India today. My dream was always to play Test cricket for India; right from the start, I've loved red-ball cricket. Now that the dream has come true, I'm extremely happy. Speaking about his journey of picking cricket, Jain recalled, In the beginning, I used to go to the club with my dad and elder brother. My brother played with a leather ball, but I was very young, so I just went along to play with a tennis ball and hang around. As I grew older, I started playing with the leather ball and played at all the age-group levels. In 2014-15, I made my Ranji debut and took a five-wicket haul in my very first game against Tamil Nadu, a side which featured senior players like Dinesh Karthik. That made me realise cricket isn't as difficult if you put in hard work and are disciplined. From then on, I knew if I wanted to play at a higher level, I had to focus on things which I can control. I kept doing that, and today I'm here representing India. Ever since my age-group days, my main weapon has been consistency, to be able to hit the same spot repeatedly because the batsman will eventually take a risk to score. I'm not overthinking how the pitches will behave in Sri Lanka or how many wickets I'll get; I just want to stick to my basics, he added. Attributing his bowling inspiration to former India off-spinners Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin, Jain revealed how a crucial piece of advice from the former during a camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru this year left a lasting impact on him. I started playing cricket because of my father, who is a former Ranji player himself. I play cricket for him, and he is my ultimate idol. As for bowling, Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin are my idols. While I haven't spoken to them extensively, I've learned a massive amount just by watching their bowling clips. Attributing his bowling inspiration to former India off-spinners Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin, Jain revealed how a crucial piece of advice from the former during a camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru this year left a lasting impact on him. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But one piece of advice from him really stuck with me, 'You don't have to lose something to gain something. You have to put in the work.' That stayed with me, and whenever I push myself through hard work, those words resonate deeply, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Fleming named new England men's Test head coach, Root back as captain

New Zealander to take over before South Africa tour, with Marcus Trescothick filling in on interim basis for Pakistan Tests next month

It Has Been An Honour Sharing The Dressing Room With You, Says Pujara On Rahanes Retirement

New Delhi: Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara paid an emotional tribute to long-time teammate Ajinkya Rahane after the latter announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday, describing it as a privilege to have shared the dressing room and built unforgettable memories alongside one of India's most dependable Test cricketers. Rahane called time on a 12-year international career that featured 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is, leaving behind a legacy defined by overseas success and inspirational leadership. Pujara, who forged several crucial partnerships with Rahane in India's middle order across memorable overseas tours, congratulated his former teammate on a career he believes will be remembered with pride. Congratulations on a career you can be incredibly proud of, Ajinkya! It has been an honour sharing the dressing room with you over the years; and building partnerships and memories on and off the field that will always fondly remember. Wishing you and the family the absolute best in this next chapter, Pujara wrote on X. Pujara and Rahane were central figures in India's Test resurgence during the previous decade, forming a dependable middle-order partnership in challenging overseas conditions. Together, they played pivotal roles in landmark victories in England, Australia, New Zealand and the West Indies, often rescuing India from difficult situations with composed and resilient batting. Congratulations on a career you can be incredibly proud of, Ajinkya! It has been an honour sharing the dressing room with you over the years; and building partnerships and memories on and off the field that will always fondly remember. Wishing you and the family the absolute best in this next chapter, Pujara wrote on X. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Across 85 Tests, Rahane amassed 5,077 runs at an average of 38.46 with 12 centuries, eight of which came outside India. He also scored 2,962 runs in 90 ODIs and represented India in 20 T20 Internationals. As Test captain, he remained unbeaten, winning four of his six matches and drawing the other two. Article Source: IANS

'Politicisation Of Colours Should Not Create Divisions': Oppn On Hockey WC Jersey Row

Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj: Amid a controversy over the hockey teams new saffron-coloured kit for the 2026 World Cup, Opposition leaders on Thursday hit out at the ruling BJP-led NDA, cautioning that politicisation of colours should not lead to divisions among people. Speaking to IANS within the Parliament premises, Azad Samaj Party-Kanshi Ram chief and MP Chandrashekhar Azad said: If the government has taken this decision, perhaps it is trying to bring things associated with the majority into its own colour. However, saffron is not their own colour. It has existed since the time of Lord Buddha. While emphasising that sentiments of people should be respected, he said: Politicisation of colours should not divide people's hearts. This kind of colour politics is dangerous. Attacking the BJP, Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj added: Earlier, we used to hear that government institutions were being used to appoint their (BJP's) own people and get extensions. But some time ago, an expert said that they would interfere in people's lifestyles, colours, and appearances as well, and today that seems to be happening. Asserting that 'blue' should continue to remain the colour for sports in the country, he said: For a long time, whether it is cricket, hockey, or other sports, blue has been the colour. Blue has been a neutral and motivational colour. Whenever India goes to play in any World Cup or tournament, the slogan is 'Bleed Blue'. It is very unfortunate and surprising that such news has come to light. The government should listen to the voices of the people and stop promoting such ideology and colours and instead focus on governance. While questioning the alleged saffronisation of sports, Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad said: If our colour for sports has been blue so far, it should have remained like that. Why use religious colours for sports? However, he asserted that it is the performance on the field that matters. In cricket, we used to play in white clothes. Success doesn't come from the colour of your clothes; it comes from your performance, Azad told reporters. Taking a jibe at the BJP, RJD MP Sudhakar Singh said: These people are mentally bankrupt. Next, they will even paint trees orange instead of green. In cricket, we used to play in white clothes. Success doesn't come from the colour of your clothes; it comes from your performance, Azad told reporters. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Whether they change the uniform or try to rewrite history through the education policy, no matter what they do, the youth of this country have made their views clear. You saw what the young people gathered at Jantar Mantar were saying. That is the voice of the nation, she told reporters outside the Parliament House. Article Source: IANS

103 At Lords Will Always Stand Out: Sindhu Pays Heartfelt Tribute As Rahane Retires

Melbourne Cricket Ground: Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu paid tribute to Ajinkya Rahane after the veteran batter announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday, praising his composure, resilience and ability to deliver in the toughest conditions. Rahane, who brought the curtain down on a distinguished 12-year international career, leaves the game after representing India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is, with several overseas match-winning performances defining his legacy. Reacting to Rahane's retirement, Sindhu reflected on the qualities that made the former India vice-captain one of the country's most dependable batters, particularly in challenging overseas conditions. Wishing you the happiest of retirements, Jinks! Your career has been a testament to courage, calmness and some incredibly gritty innings in the toughest of conditions, Sindhu wrote on X. Sindhu singled out Rahane's memorable century at Lord's during India's 2014 tour of England, describing it as one of the defining knocks of his career. That brilliant 103 at Lords in 2014, in some of the most difficult circumstances, will always stand out. India were under pressure, the conditions were challenging, and you produced an innings filled with immense character and class, she added. Rahane's century at the Home of Cricket proved pivotal in India's victory and came during a breakthrough overseas season in which he also scored Test hundreds in Wellington and later an ODI century at Edgbaston. Across his career, eight of his 12 Test centuries came away from home, reinforcing his reputation as one of India's most reliable overseas performers. While his consistency fluctuated during the latter half of his career, Rahane's finest chapter came as India's stand-in captain during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Taking charge after India's collapse for 36 in Adelaide and Virat Kohli's departure on paternity leave, Rahane responded with a match-winning century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground before leading an injury-hit side to a historic 2-1 series triumph, capped by the famous victory at the Gabba. The Mumbai batter finished his international career with 5,077 Test runs at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries, while also scoring 2,962 runs in ODIs and 375 in T20Is. As Test captain, he remained unbeaten, winning four of his six matches while drawing the other two. Sindhu concluded her message by wishing Rahane success beyond his playing days. The Mumbai batter finished his international career with 5,077 Test runs at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries, while also scoring 2,962 runs in ODIs and 375 in T20Is. As Test captain, he remained unbeaten, winning four of his six matches while drawing the other two. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rahane's final competitive appearance came for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League, where he captained the franchise over the last two seasons. Article Source: IANS

Australia Leg-spinner Zampa To Play Domestic Cricket For Queensland After Leaving NSW

Queensland Cricket General Manager: Australias premier white-ball leg-spinner Adam Zampa has signed up with Queensland for the upcoming 2026/27 domestic season after Cricket Australia formally approved his switch in state from New South Wales (NSW). Zampa, 34, lives near Byron Bay on the northern coast of NSW, made the move to allow himself greater flexibility and proximity for training, especially with Queenslands facilities in Brisbane just two hours away. Queensland will mark the third state team of his domestic career, following a seven-year stint with South Australia early in his career and his subsequent time with NSW. Zampa, currently ranked fourth in the ICC T20I bowling rankings, joins fellow nationally contracted players Marnus Labuschagne, Michael Neser, and Xavier Bartlett in the Queensland squad. Were pleased to have Adam join our program and look forward to working together with him. He is a world class bowler, and his experience and insights will certainly benefit our group. We look forward to assisting him with his goal of continuing to represent Australia with distinction in the future, said Bennett King, Queensland Cricket General Manager - High Performance. Zampa had played just two domestic matches over the past two seasons due to heavy international commitments and is unlikely to challenge, especially with fellow leg-spinner Swepson being the lead red-ball spinner. Zampa has featured in only one first-class match in the past three seasons, after having conceded earlier this year that his Test aspirations faded after missing selection for the Test tour of Sri Lanka in 2025. Were pleased to have Adam join our program and look forward to working together with him. He is a world class bowler, and his experience and insights will certainly benefit our group. We look forward to assisting him with his goal of continuing to represent Australia with distinction in the future, said Bennett King, Queensland Cricket General Manager - High Performance. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It is yet to be known which Big Bash League (BBL) club Zampa will join for the upcoming season after three seasons at Melbourne Renegades. Meanwhile, new Queensland head coach James Hopes has commenced his duties this week after wrapping up his assistant coaching role with Washington Freedom in USAs Major League Cricket (MLC). Article Source: IANS

SOB-W vs BPH-W: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 13, The Hundred Womens 2026

SOB-W vs BPH-W,Approaching Milestones and Records :Birmingham Phoenix Women are at the bottom of the points table. They have played two games and have not recorded a win yet. In their first game, they recorded the second-lowest total in the Hundred Women's competition and were all out for 64 runs. Their second game was washed out due to rain. Their NRR is the worst this season, and they need to win consecutive games to improve their stats on the table. They will be in action in match no. 13. Birmingham Phoenix will lock horns with Southern Brave Women on Thursday at The Rose Bowl in Southampton at 7:30 PM IST. Southern Brave have been undefeated this season. They have played three games and recorded three consecutive wins. That has put them at the top of the points table. The Brave will be keen to carry on the momentum and record another win here, which will help them to inch closer to a place in the next round. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the SOB-W vs BPH-W Match 13 at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. SOB-W vs BPH-W: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SOB-W vs BPH-WMatch 13 atThe Rose Bowl, Southampton 3 - Maia Bouchier has been a consistent performer in the shorter format. She is just three sixes away from completing 50 T20 sixes and 4 boundaries away from completing 400 fours. 82 - Lizelle Lee is just 82 runs away from surpassing Laura Wolvaardt (6904) and becoming the 13th highest scorer in the women's T20s. 96 - Laura Wolvaardt is just 96 runs away from becoming only the 12th batter to complete 7000 runs in women's T20s. She will be the first South African woman to do so. 12 - Tammy Beaumont is just 12 runs away from completing 6000 runs in women's T20 cricket. 16 - Maia Bouchier is just 16 runs away from entering into the top 10 of the Hundred Women's competition. She is just three fours away from completing 100 fours. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 24 - Laura Wolvaardt is just 24 runs away from surpassing Sophia Dunkley (1146) and becoming the third-highest scorer in The Hundred Women's competition.

Hazlewood Prioritises Team Success Over 300 Test Wickets Ahead Of Bangladesh Series

National Cricket Centre: Standing just five wickets away from the coveted milestone of 300 Test wickets, Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood said his primary focus remains on team success rather than personal glory as the side prepares for a bumper schedule of 21 Test matches over the next 12 months. Hazlewood missed the victorious home Ashes series last summer due to a hamstring injury and subsequent calf issue. He is all set to end a 13-month absence from Test cricket when Australia take on Bangladesh in the series opener in Darwin. Should Hazlewood reach the 300-wicket mark in Darwin, he will join an elite list of Australian fast bowling greats reaching that milestone previously - Dennis Lillee, Glenn McGrath, Brett Lee, Mitchell Johnson, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins. Hazlewood, however, chose to throw light on how trips to England, India, and South Africa remain the ultimate driving force for Australia's core bowling attack. I think every time you look ahead in sport it can bite you pretty quickly. I've always done that. I've looked at it like that literally day in day out for the last few weeks here, ticking boxes, getting workloads in. Next week's another tick, and then I guess once you get through all that, then you look at Darwin. So everything else is a long way away. Just take it as it comes. This group's been together for quite a long time now the majority of it, anyway and the big series are obviously England and India. I haven't won in South Africa either, so there's three that are coming up a few boxes to tick off there (for) not just me, (but) this whole playing group. That's been a driving factor during this prep, in the back of your head, and even (in) the months leading into it. (They're) some real big Test series, and they're all away, so (it's) tough competition and hopefully we get the job done, Hazlewood told reporters on the sidelines of Australias training camp on Thursday. With workload management set to play a crucial role across the intense 12-month calendar, Hazlewood also expressed his desire to play alongside fellow quick Scott Boland, who delivered strong performances in his absence during the Ashes. I'd love to play more with Scotty. We're obviously a little bit similar, but I think there's still a lot of differences in our bowling. Every time he's come in, he's done unbelievably well. His career just keeps getting better and better the older he gets. I think there's enough opportunities in the next 12 months, 18 months for us to play a lot of cricket hopefully together, that'd be a nice one to tick off. But I think as four quicks, we've got Ness (Michael Neser) and Doggy (Brendan Doggett) there as well. So I think we'll have to lean on all six at some point in the next sort of 18 months, he added. Having spent the past few weeks training at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane to simulate Test match workloads, Hazlewood expressed confidence in his careful red-ball preparation. I think there's enough opportunities in the next 12 months, 18 months for us to play a lot of cricket hopefully together, that'd be a nice one to tick off. But I think as four quicks, we've got Ness (Michael Neser) and Doggy (Brendan Doggett) there as well. So I think we'll have to lean on all six at some point in the next sort of 18 months, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Leading into other Test series and Test matches, you're playing T20, you're playing one-dayers, you're travelling, so it's tough to fit those bowling sessions in. This has been sort of tailor-made for a Test match, which is I think should work out well. It's just trying to replicate a day in the field of Test cricket. Really, it's bowling multiple spells in a day. It's bowling back-to-back days, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Hazlewood: I'd love to play more with Scotty Boland

Hazlewood has changed his preparation heading towards the series against Bangladesh having missed eight of Australia's last 14 Tests through injury

I Don't Want To Give Up The Bowling Just Yet: Sciver-Brunt Targets All-round Return After Calf Injury

T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has reaffirmed her determination to continue contributing as an all-rounder despite an ongoing calf injury, saying she intends to return to bowling after completing rehabilitation following The Hundred. Speaking while representing Trent Rockets in England's The Hundred, Sciver-Brunt outlined her recovery plan, revealed she is targeting a bowling comeback for September's ODI series against Ireland, and also backed the next generation of players to push for places in England's 50-over squad. Although currently restricted to batting duties in the tournament, the England skipper made it clear that giving up one half of her game is not under consideration. I do still want to bowl. I enjoy being part of the game in all three skills, Sciver-Brunt told Sky Sports. Sciver-Brunt suffered the calf injury in April, and the setback forced her to scale back her role during England's run to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final, where she featured solely as a batter. With the domestic season now providing valuable match time, her immediate focus is on ensuring the injury is fully resolved before resuming bowling. That is the plan. I'll have quite a big block of rehab after this tournament just to get my body right and make sure that the calf injury doesn't stick around for longer than necessary, she added. The England captain explained that her recovery programme is being carefully managed with the support of the team's medical and performance staff to ensure she can return without risking a recurrence of the problem. We're working with the sports science and medicine team to put together a plan as to how to keep fit and really be able to contribute to any team I'm in, she stated. Despite the physical challenge, Sciver-Brunt insisted her enthusiasm for the game remains unchanged and that she has no intention of stepping away from bowling, stating, I still have the drive, and still love playing cricket and enjoying myself out there. I don't want to give up the bowling just yet. England's three-match ODI series against Ireland in September is expected to mark the side's first assignment since falling to Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup final, and Sciver-Brunt believes it could also become an opportunity to broaden the squad's depth in the 50-over format. Looking ahead to the new ODI cycle, she suggested the selectors should use the upcoming fixtures to assess emerging talent. We're in the first year or so since the 50-over World Cup, so (those ODIs) could be a great chance for different people to step up, the England skipper mentioned. Looking ahead to the new ODI cycle, she suggested the selectors should use the upcoming fixtures to assess emerging talent. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We've got some really talented batters in the domestic game and in The Hundred, so it'd be really cool to see some new faces, she said. Article Source: IANS

'Cap 278 Signing Off': Rahane Announces Retirement From All Forms Of Cricket

Border Gavaskar Trophy: Senior India batter Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket, drawing a curtain on a career that saw him featured in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is for India while also turning out in 212 IPL games for six teams. Rahane, who famously led the side to a spectacular Border Gavaskar Trophy series win in Australia in 2020-21, last played for India in the 2023 away Test series against the West Indies. He announced his retirement by sharing a video on social media with a caption, Cap 278 signing off. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. Forever grateful. The reality of life is that everything has a beginning and everything has an end. When the time comes, you simply have to respect it and move forward. I have always relied on timing in my batting and have always understood its importance. Today, I feel the timing is right for me to move on and announce my retirement from international cricket and all formats. From those early days, travelling from Dombivli as a young boy just to practise, I gave this game everything I had, Rahane, active on the domestic circuit and led Mumbai until the 2024-25 season, said in a video. Rahane made his India debut in 2011 during the tour of England and has 2962 ODI runs as well. He made his Test debut in 2013 and went on to score 5077 runs in 144 innings, including 12 centuries and 26 fifties. Every single day, every innings, every opportunity I got to bat, the dream was always to wear the India cap. I lived by one simple rule always put my country and my team ahead of myself. I played this game with complete honesty, and I have always believed that if your intent is right, the game will always take care of you. Since the time I made my debut as a first-class cricketer, Indian cricket has grown tremendously, and I feel so proud to have been a part of it over the last 20 years, he added. He continued, While my chapter as an Indian cricketer comes to an end, my journey with the game doesn't. I look forward to helping the next generation, sharing the values this sport has taught me and giving back to the game that has given me everything. From starting out as a young player in Mumbai to playing for India, it has been an absolute honour. There have been many wins and losses along the way, but the sheer joy of playing cricket, being part of different teams and creating lifelong memories that has been the greatest satisfaction of my career. Rahane has been part of the IPL since the first season in 2008. From 2011 to 2015, Rahane was with Rajasthan Royals. In 2016 and 2017, Rahane represented the Rising Pune Supergiants while RR were banned. He was traded to Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2020before joining Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022. Rahane got a boost to his IPL career in IPL 2023 when Chennai Super Kings (his sixth IPL franchise) lifted the trophy. It was also Rahane's first IPL title. Rahane has been part of the IPL since the first season in 2008. From 2011 to 2015, Rahane was with Rajasthan Royals. In 2016 and 2017, Rahane represented the Rising Pune Supergiants while RR were banned. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ajinkya means unbeatable, but cricket has shown me defeat many times. As cricketers, we fail more often than we succeed. My team has lost matches. I have made mistakes, but there is one place where I was never defeated, and that was in your hearts. Thank you for your love, your faith and your support. Cap number 278, signing off, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Rahane announces retirement from international cricket

He finishes his 12-year international career with 8414 runs and 15 centuries

IPL Brand Value Soars to $20.6 Billion as RCB Tops Franchise Rankings

The Indian Premier League's value has surged to an estimated $20.6 billion, boosted by ownership deals involving two of its biggest franchises, according to a report Wednesday by investment bank Houlihan Lokey. The T20 competition's value rose 10.3 percent over the past year, underlining its position as one of the world's most valuable sports brands, it said. On a per-match basis, only the NFL ranks ahead of the IPL globally, it added. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL champions for the last two seasons and home to superstar Virat Kohli, retained their status as the league's most valuable franchise with a brand value of $312 million. The team was recently acquired by a consortium including US asset management giant Blackstone in a deal worth nearly $1.8 billion, the most expensive franchise transaction in IPL history. Rajasthan Royals also changed hands in a deal valued at $1.65 billion, with Indian steel tycoon Lakshmi N. Mittal and his family joining vaccine billionaire Adar Poonawalla in taking control. Cricket's evolution into a globally owned, institutionally backed asset class has accelerated further in 2026, with the IPL continuing to redefine the global sports landscape, Houlihan Lokey's Harsh Talikoti said. These latest transactions further demonstrate the confidence investors continue to place in the long-term value creation opportunity, he said in a statement. The league, which began in 2008, has become a top revenue earner for the Board of Control for Cricket in India and was estimated to generate more than $11 billion a year for the Indian economy in 2020. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It has inspired copycat cricket tournaments around the world and India domestic franchise competitions in sports as diverse as boxing, badminton, poker and kabaddi.

Duckett 'surprised' by dip in Hundred crowds

The total attendance across the country is a few thousand down on the equivalent stage last year, just under one-third of the way through the Hundred

Andrew McDonald Wants Ben Stokes Back for Ashes, Says England Star Has Plenty Left

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ben Stokes has a lot of good cricket left in him and believes England's new Test coach should lure him of international retirement for the Ashes. The all-rounder called it quits in extraordinary fashion during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge in late June, making his exit public on the fourth afternoon. The bombshell announcement came after he returned to duty following the fall-out from a London nightclub incident also involving teammate Gus Atkinson earlier that month. Brendon McCullum was sacked soon after as England's red-ball coach, with British media reporting this week that another New Zealander, Stephen Fleming, is poised to take over. McDonald, whose side travel to England for the latest instalment of the Ashes next year, said Stokes still had plenty to offer and his return would be an ideal storyline for the series. The fairytale would be that he comes back out of retirement and takes on one more Ashes and builds a lot of hype on the way in, McDonald told Australian radio station SEN late Wednesday. If you're looking at promoting that series, that's probably the angle that you would want, that he comes out of retirement. To me, he's still got a lot of good cricket left in him, he added. It'll be a fascinating watch. I think that whoever the new head coach that comes in potentially has a conversation with him. Stokes, who is still playing at domestic level for Durham, is only 35. By comparison, Australia could field as many five players in their Test against Bangladesh next month who are older -- Nathan Lyon (38), Steve Smith and Scott Boland (both 37), Mitchell Starc (36) and Josh Hazlewood (35). We don't know why Ben left. I don't think there's been anything on the record around the definitive reason as to why, added McDonald. He may have just called it a day on Test cricket, and that's it, so there might be a full stop there. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Or there might be an opportunity for that new head coach to potentially twist his arm and bring him back in.

Fleming favourite to take over as England Test head coach

It is not yet clear whether Fleming will take charge in time for England's Test series against Pakistan, which starts on August 19 at Headingley

Litton Das Replaces Mehidy Hasan Miraz as Bangladesh ODI Captain Ahead of 2027 World Cup

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das has replaced Mehidy Hasan Miraz as captain of Bangladesh's one-day international team, the country's cricket board said Wednesday. Miraz's captaincy exit comes after Bangladesh ODI series defeat against Zimbabwe earlier this month. Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue in his role as Test captain. The appointment of Litton, who is already the T20 skipper, as the white-ball leader comes as Bangladesh's move of split captaincy ahead of next year's ODI World Cup in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe. I and the board believe we should have two captains -- a white-ball and a red-ball captain, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal told reporters in Mirpur. Tamim praised Miraz's tenure, which included victories in four of his last five series in charge, but said his dip in batting form prompted the move. Miraz as a cricketer for Bangladesh is more important than anything else...probably the level we're accustomed to, we're probably not seeing that right now, especially with his batting, Tamim said. I had a discussion with Miraz, (and) he understands the point. Miraz was handed the ODI captaincy on a 12-month basis in June last year, taking over from Shanto, who had briefly led the side across all formats. Under Miraz, Bangladesh won 10 of 20 ODIs, following a difficult start that saw them lose five of their first six matches and drop two consecutive series. The team later rallied with four straight series wins at home against the West Indies, Pakistan, New Zealand and Australia, before losing an away series to Zimbabwe. Litton has previous captaincy experience, having led Bangladesh in seven ODIs, including a 2022 series win over India. Tamim also addressed the uncertain status of Bangladesh's proposed series against India in September at home. I am very hopeful that they will come. Bangladesh is an extremely safe country, he said. Tamim said talks with the BCCI had been very positive so far and clarity was expected very soon. Whatever steps need to be taken from our side, we are trying from our end, he said. But one thing we all need to understand I am BCB, and then I am the BCB president, and there is also a line that I should never cross. Under the previous board, Bangladesh refused to play in India at this year's T20 World Cup, citing security concerns after fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was dumped by Indian Premier League team Kolkata Knight Riders. Also Read: Live Cricket Score There are certain things that are beyond my control. They (government) also have to make a decision, I'm sure. Very soon, perhaps, we will find out whether the series is happening or not, said Tamim.

Spirit's Proteas secure London Derby for first win of the campaign

Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis sealed London Spirits' second win over Oval rivals in 10 attempts

SOB vs BPH Match 13, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SOBvs BPHMatch 13,Cricket Tips :Southern Brave are one of two teams that have no points on the table of the Hundred Men's 2026. They are in the bottom two and have lost three games played this season. This is just a start of the new season, but they are very close to getting eliminated. If they lose one more game, they will be knocked out. Southern Brave will take on Birmingham Phoenix on Thursday at 11 PM IST at The Rose Bowl in Southampton. With one win and one defeat, the Phoenix are placed sixth on the table, and their situation is not good either. So, this is a crucial game for both sides. SOB vs BPH: Match Details Date : July 30, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 11 PM IST Venue : The Rose Bowl, Southampton SOB vs BPH: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the SOB vs BPH clash on the Star Sports Networks and the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SOB vs BPH: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 7 Southern Brave: 5 Birmingham Phoenix: 1 No-result: 1 SOB vs BPH: Ground Pitch Report This is the second game at the Rose Bowl on Thursday. So, we might see less assistance for the bowlers. Though the new ball will do a little movement and all, but it is expected to settle down with the game. That will make the chase a better option. SOB vs BPH: Possible XIs Southern Brave : Jamie Smith (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Ben McKinney, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan (c), Saif Zaib, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood Birmingham Phoenix: Joe Clarke (wk), Will Smeed, Laurie Evans, Rehan Ahmed, Donovan Ferreira (c), Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Dickson, Scott Currie, Saqib Mahmood, Usman Tariq SOB vs BPH: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Jamie Smith and Joe Clarke have been two batters who have runs under their belts and are coming into this game with good form. Probable Best Bowler Usman Tariq comes with an unusual action, which makes him tough to read. Jofra Archer has been in tremendous form, and on his day, he can trouble the batters with good pace. Today Match Prediction : Southern Brave are struggling in both departments, and they will be under pressure. Hence, we predict Birmingham Phoenix to win this game. SOB vs BPH Match 13, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match SOB vs BPH, SOB vs BPH Prediction, SOB vs BPH Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SOB vs BPH 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.

SOB-W vs BPH-W Match 13, The Hundred Womens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

SOB-W vs BPH-W Match 13,Cricket Tips :Birmingham Phoenix Women are at the bottom of the Hundred Women's 2026 after playing two games. They lost their opening game by a big margin of nine wickets after getting all out for just 64 runs. Their second group game was called off due to rain, and they received two points. Now, their NRR is -7.768, which can be a big concern for them. So, they need to keep winning. The Phoenix will take on Southern Brave Women on Thursday at 7:30 PM IST. Southern Brave are in excellent form, and they have won three consecutive games. They are at the top and will be looking to make it four in a row. SOB-W vs BPH-W: Match Details Date : July 30, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : The Rose Bowl, Southampton SOB-W vs BPH-W: Live Streaming Details The action of the SOB-W vs BPH-W match will be live on the Star Sports Networks in India. Indian fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SOB-W vs BPH-W: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 4 Southern Brave : 3 Birmingham Phoenix: 1 No-result : 0 SOB-W vs BPH-W: Ground Pitch Report The Rose Bowl offers a good batting wicket in the shorter format. This is a high-scoring venue in T20 cricket, with a first-inning average score of 165-175. The consistent bounce and fast outfield allow the batters to play their shots. The chasing team has done well here more often than not. SOB-W vs BPH-W: Possible XIs Southern Brave Women: Maia Bouchier, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues, Sophie Molineux (c), Jodi Grewcock, Naomi Dattani, Sarah Glenn, Issy Wong, Lauren Bell, Tilly Corteen-Coleman Birmingham Phoenix Women: Tammy Beaumont (wk), Davina Perrin, Alice Capsey, Ellyse Perry (c), Annerie Dercksen, Jemima Spence, Kayla Reyneke, Alana King, Eva Gray, Linsey Smith, Lauren Filer SOB-W vs BPH-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ellyse Perry and Jemimah Rodrigues are two batters who have shown form in this tournament and are bankable players. Probable Best Bowler Lauren Bell and Lauren Filer are two English bowlers who are excellent in these conditions and can chip in with wickets with the new ball. Today Match Prediction: With three consecutive wins, Southern Brave have the momentum, and we predict them to win this game. SOB-W vs BPH-W Match 13, The Hundred Women's Competition 2026, Today Match SOB-W vs BPH-W, SOB-W vs BPH-W Prediction, SOB-W vs BPH-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SOB-W vs BPH-W Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.

Sharks off the mark as Tear leads stiff run-chase

Thain century in vain as Essex target of 317 is not enough

Match tied after Jones, Kelly shine in Spirit chase

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Barnard stars for Bears as Surrey are undone

Sibley, Blake put up a fight in stiff chase but Warwickshire succumb by 45 runs

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Shane McDermott appointed Afghanistan assistant and fielding coach

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Will Luxton banks back-to-back hundreds to down Worcestershire

Luxton now has two List A centuries in four days, following 112 against Sussex with another in York

Gwalior Cheetahs Announce First-of-its-kind High-performance Camp In Gwalior

Madhya Pradesh Premier League: Gwalior Cheetahs on Wednesday announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind high-performance camp, a five-day cricket development initiative to be conducted in partnership with The Scindia School, Gwalior, from July 28 to August 1. The joint initiative reflects a continued commitment to strengthening grassroots cricket by supporting long-term player development. The camp has brought together 100 promising young cricketers across the Under-12 to Under-19 categories for a training programme focused on game development and other key aspects of modern-day cricket. Participants will receive high-quality, skill-specific coaching aimed at helping them develop the skills and mindset required at the professional level. Conducted under the supervision of Gwalior Cheetahs head coach Aditya Shrivastava, the camp will provide youngsters with exposure to professional coaching methods and modern training practices. Having guided Madhya Pradesh to their historic Ranji Trophy triumph after a 69-year wait, Shrivastava now remains equally committed to helping prepare the state's next generation of cricketers. Sukhvinder Singh, CEO, JKC Sports, said, At JKC Sports, we are committed to strengthening grassroots cricket and creating opportunities for young players to grow in a professional environment. With highly competitive state leagues like the Madhya Pradesh League raising the standard of domestic cricket, it is important that young cricketers are exposed to the same level of preparation, coaching and professionalism. Through this High Performance Camp, we hope to provide them with the right guidance and environment to take the next step in their cricketing journey. Conducted under the supervision of Gwalior Cheetahs head coach Aditya Shrivastava, the camp will provide youngsters with exposure to professional coaching methods and modern training practices. Having guided Madhya Pradesh to their historic Ranji Trophy triumph after a 69-year wait, Shrivastava now remains equally committed to helping prepare the state's next generation of cricketers. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gwalior Cheetahs, led by star batter Rajat Patidar, enjoyed a competitive campaign in the 2026 Madhya Pradesh League, missing out on a place in the playoffs. The franchise continues to invest in grassroots player development through long-term initiatives aimed at identifying, nurturing and preparing the next generation of cricketers from across Madhya Pradesh. Article Source: IANS

Sciver-Brunt doesn't 'want to give up bowling just yet' despite calf issues

The England captain has hinted at missing the Ireland ODIs next month to continue rehab for her calf issue that has forced her to play as a specialist batter

DPL: All Eight Captains Ready For New Season As Excitement Builds

Delhi Premier League: The excitement surrounding the third season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) reached a new high on Wednesday as captains of all eight franchises came together at the official pre-season press conference ahead of the tournament, which begins on July 31 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, talking about their hopes and aspirations. Organised by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA), the month-long T20 league will run until August 30, featuring some of Delhi's finest cricketers in what promises to be the biggest edition of the tournament so far. Following a successful player auction held earlier this month, the franchises finalised their squads and are eager to begin their campaigns. The third season of the Delhi Premier League will get underway on July 31, with Central Delhi Kings taking on Purani Dilli 6 in the tournament opener at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The month-long competition will culminate with the final on August 30, as eight teams battle for the coveted DPL trophy. Newly-appointed Purani Dilli 6 captain Anuj Rawat expressed his delight at taking over the leadership role. It is an honour to captain Purani Dilli 6. We have assembled a balanced squad with a good mix of experienced and young players. The atmosphere around the league is fantastic, and we are looking forward to playing in front of our home fans. The aim is to play positive cricket and give our best in every match. South Delhi Superstarz captain Ayush Badoni said the players are motivated to make a strong start. The quality of cricket in the DPL has been outstanding, and every team looks competitive this season. We have prepared well and are excited to get onto the field. Hopefully, we can entertain the fans and perform consistently throughout the tournament. Representing defending champions West Delhi Lions, vice-captain Ayush Doseja said the team is determined to continue its winning momentum. Winning the title last season has given us confidence, but this is a new season with fresh challenges. Every team has strengthened its squad, so we know it won't be easy. We are focused on playing good cricket and defending our championship. Outer Delhi Warriors skipper Siddhant Sharma believes his side has all the ingredients to make a deep run. The team environment has been excellent since the auction. Everyone is eager to contribute, and we have worked hard in preparation. We are excited to begin the season and hope to make our supporters proud. Central Delhi Kings captain Yash Dhull highlighted the importance of consistency. The DPL provides a wonderful platform for Delhi's cricketers to showcase their talent. We have built a strong unit, and the goal is to play fearless cricket while maintaining consistency throughout the tournament. East Delhi Riders captain Mayank Rawat said his side is ready for the challenge. There is tremendous excitement within the squad. Every player is motivated, and we are looking forward to competing against some of the best talent in Delhi. It promises to be a great tournament. North Delhi Strikers captain Sarthak Ranjan said the league continues to grow with every edition. The standard of the competition keeps improving every year, which makes it even more exciting. We are confident in our preparations and can't wait to get started. Our focus is on playing disciplined and aggressive cricket. New Delhi Tigers captain Himmat Singh believes fans can expect high-quality cricket throughout the tournament. The DPL has become one of the premier domestic T20 leagues in the country. All teams are well-balanced, and the competition will be intense. We are eager to begin our campaign and give the fans plenty to cheer about. North Delhi Strikers captain Sarthak Ranjan said the league continues to grow with every edition. The standard of the competition keeps improving every year, which makes it even more exciting. We are confident in our preparations and can't wait to get started. Our focus is on playing disciplined and aggressive cricket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Fans can look forward to a month of high-quality cricket featuring some of Delhi's finest talent as the race for the Season 3 title begins with the opening clash between Central Delhi Kings and Purani Dilli 6 on July 31 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Article Source: IANS

Litton Das named Bangladesh's new ODI captain

He takes over from Mehidy Hasan Miraz who was in charge for little over 12 months

Duleep Trophy 2026: Ishan Kishan To Lead East Zone, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Vice-captain

Sudip Kumar Gharami: East Zone on Wednesday named a strong 15-member squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy, with wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan appointed captain and teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named his deputy for the tournament, which begins on August 23. The squad combines experience and youth. Senior India pacer Mohammed Shami is back to strengthen the pace attack alongside Mukesh Kumar. Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shahbaz Ahmed, and Anukul Roy also contribute to the batting and all-round departments. Kishan enters the tournament after a strong performance in India's recent white-ball series against Zimbabwe. The left-handed wicketkeeper-batter delivered several aggressive innings at the top of the order, giving India quick starts. His recent form and leadership experience made him the top choice to lead the East Zone side. All eyes will be on 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is rising quickly in Indian cricket after a breakthrough season. The young player recently stood out during India's series against Zimbabwe, showing impressive calm against international bowling while maintaining the strong form he has shown over the past year. The batting unit also includes Sudip Kumar Gharami, Virat Singh, Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Subhranshu Senapati, Denish Das, and Shikhar Mohan. Kumar Kushagra will serve as another wicketkeeping option. Shami brings valuable experience to the bowling attack as he returns to domestic cricket. He will be backed by Mukesh Kumar and Abhijit Sarkar, with Shahbaz Ahmed and Anukul Roy likely to play important all-round roles. The batting unit also includes Sudip Kumar Gharami, Virat Singh, Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal, Subhranshu Senapati, Denish Das, and Shikhar Mohan. Kumar Kushagra will serve as another wicketkeeping option. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Stand-by: Ayush Loharuka, Sridam Paul, Sambit S. Baral, Sharandeep Singh, Swastik Samal Article Source: IANS

Mooney, Sciver-Brunt lead Welsh Fire thrashing

Trent Rockets chased a target of 130 with ease after Welsh Fire managed just 15 in the Powerplay

Abbas, Shahzad handed a demerit point each for aggressivecelebrations

Shahzad was also fined 15% of his match fee while Abbas was handed an official reprimand

Chase, Warrican to lead Barbadian contingent at Garry Sobers' state funeral

The Barbados cricketers, part of West Indies' Test squad against Pakistan, would fly from Trinidad to attend the funeral

IPLs business value soars to $20.6 billion, RCB most valued franchise

Royal Challengers Bengaluru was ranked as the most valuable franchise with a brand value of $312 million, up 16 per cent year-on-year, becoming the first franchise to cross the $ 300 million-mark

'Thank You For Believing In Me': Sachin Pays Tribute To Coach Achrekar On Guru Purnima

Happy Guru Purnima: Batting great Sachin Tendulkar paid an emotional tribute to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on the occasion of Guru Purnima, saying he would always feel there was 'one more thank you' left to express to the man who shaped both his cricket and character. Sharing photographs from his visit to Achrekars memorial at Shivaji Park, Tendulkar reflected on the lasting impact his childhood coach had on his journey from a young cricketer to one of the greatest players the game has produced. Standing here today, I realised something. No matter how many years pass, Ill always feel like I have one more thank you left to say. Thank you for believing in me, guiding me, and helping me become the person I am. Happy Guru Purnima, Achrekar Sir, Tendulkar wrote in a post on social media. The former India captain visited the memorial to offer his respects, laying flowers before it with folded hands. Tendulkar was also seen barefoot during the visit, a gesture that reflected his deep respect and gratitude towards his mentor. Achrekar played a defining role in Tendulkars formative years, mentoring him at Mumbais iconic Shivaji Park and instilling the discipline and work ethic that became hallmarks of the batting legends illustrious career. Tendulkar has often credited his coach for preparing him mentally and technically to face the challenges of international cricket. The former India captain visited the memorial to offer his respects, laying flowers before it with folded hands. Tendulkar was also seen barefoot during the visit, a gesture that reflected his deep respect and gratitude towards his mentor. Also Read: Live Cricket Score One of Indias most respected cricket coaches, Achrekar received the Dronacharya Award in 1990 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to coaching. He was later honoured with the Padma Shri in 2010. He passed away in January 2019, leaving behind a rich legacy through the many cricketers he mentored, with Shivaji Park remaining synonymous with his remarkable contribution to Indian cricket. Article Source: IANS

ML vs LNS: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 12, The Hundred Mens 2026

MLvs LNS,Approaching Milestones and Records :The three-time champion, MI London, are aiming for their fourth title in a row in the ongoing The Hundred Men's 2026. They are currently placed third on the points table with 8 points. MI London have bagged two wins in three matches and are coming off a close win by three wickets over Southern Brave. MI London will be in action on Wednesday as they will take on London Spirit in match no. 12. This contest will be held at Kennington Oval in London on Wednesday at 11 PM IST. Another win here will help the reigning champions to move to the top of the points table. London Spirit are placed at the bottom of the points table and are one of two teams with no points on the board. They have played two games and suffered defeats in both matches. One more defeat can put them near early elimination, which they would look to avoid. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the MLvs LNSMatch 12 at the Kennington Oval in London. MLvs LNS: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the MLvs LNSMatch 12 atKennington Oval in London 67 - Will Jacks has been pretty decent in this season so far. He has been one of the top scorers in this league. Jacks needs 67 runs to become the leading run-scorer in The Hundred Men's competition. 25 - James Vince is also in the race to become the leading scorer in this competition. He has scored 1166 runs in 47 matches and is just 25 runs away from surpassing Phil Salt. One more half-century will help him equal Jos Buttler with most half-centuries in this league. 1 - Sam Curran is just one wicket away from completing 50 wickets in this league. If he takes three wickets, he will become the leading wicket-taker in this competition, surpassing Tymal Mills. 6 - Sam's younger brother Tom is also approaching that milestone. He is just six wickets away from completing 50 wickets. 21 - Nicholas Pooran (11104) needs 21 more to surpass Glenn Maxwell in the run-scoring chart in men's T20 cricket. 89 - Sam Curran is just 89 runs away from completing 600 T20 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 5 - Sherfane Rutherford needs five more sixes to complete 300 T20 sixes in his career.

West Indies Players To Attend Sir Garry Sobers' Funeral Following Test Win Over Pakistan

The Right Excellent Sir Garfield: The Barbados-based members of the West Indies Test squad, including captain Roston Chase and white-ball skipper Shai Hope, will return home to attend the state funeral of legendary all-rounder Sir Garfield Sobers on Wednesday at the Kensington Oval. The contingent, supported by the Barbados government, are flying back to Bridgetown just hours after registering a dramatic 90-run victory over Pakistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba on what would have been Sobers 90th birthday. Apart from Chase and Hope, vice-captain Jomel Warrican, Justin Greaves, Kemar Roach, Joshua Bishop, and assistant coach Floyd Reifer will represent the team, alongside a high-level Cricket West Indies (CWI) delegation led by President Dr. Kishore Shallow and CEO Chris Dehring. The opportunity for our Barbadian representatives to be present at the State Funeral of The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers is a deeply meaningful one for West Indies cricket. On a day when the cricketing world celebrated his extraordinary life, the team honoured his enduring legacy with a performance that reflected the courage, resilience, and skill that defined his remarkable career and inspired generations, said Dr Shallow in a statement. CWI Directors Enoch Lewis - President of the Leeward Islands Cricket Board, Bissoondyal Singh - President of the Guyana Cricket Board; and Clement Marcellin - President of the Windward Islands Cricket Board will also be in attendance at the funeral. We are deeply grateful to Prime Minister, Hon. Mia Amor Mottley and her Government for making this possible, and reaffirm our commitment to preserving the memory of a true icon whose name will forever be synonymous with the greatness of West Indies cricket, added Dr Shallow. CWI Directors Enoch Lewis - President of the Leeward Islands Cricket Board, Bissoondyal Singh - President of the Guyana Cricket Board; and Clement Marcellin - President of the Windward Islands Cricket Board will also be in attendance at the funeral. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Two days prior to the state funeral, Sobers body lay in state at the Parliament Buildings before being moved to the stadium, thus allowing thousands of grieving fans and citizens to pay their final respects to the legendary all-rounder. Article Source: IANS

CWG 2026: Rain, Risk And The Rulebook - Why Athletics Goes On Despite The Downpour

Commonwealth Games: Glasgows unpredictable weather has become as much a talking point as the medals themselves at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. As rain lashed the athletics arena yet again, many spectators were left asking the same questions: Why are the events continuing? What if an athlete gets injured? Why cant the schedule be changed or a reserve day be kept? The concerns are understandable. Watching sprinters explode out of wet starting blocks and long jumpers land on slippery runways naturally raises fears about safety. Yet athletics, unlike many other sports, has long learned to coexist with the elements. Why doesnt athletics stop because of rain? The simple answer is that rain alone is not considered dangerous enough to halt competition. World Athletics regulations allow competitions to continue in wet weather as long as the venue remains safe and there is no immediate threat from severe weather. Also, modern synthetic tracks are designed with advanced drainage systems that prevent water from accumulating, allowing athletes to maintain grip even during heavy showers. Officials constantly monitor conditions throughout the session. If the surface becomes unsafe or visibility is significantly affected, they have the authority to delay or suspend competition. What about the risk of injury? There is no denying that rain increases the challenge. Sprint starts become trickier, throwing circles and runways require extra attention, and athletes must adjust their techniques to avoid slipping. However, elite athletes train in varying weather conditions throughout the year and are expected to adapt. Organisers also take several precautions: Ground staff regularly dry-throw circles and jump runways. Officials inspect the track before each event. Athletes are allowed additional warm-up measures when necessary. Equipment is checked to ensure it remains competition-ready. Why arent reserve days kept? This is perhaps the biggest misconception among fans. Athletics competitions involve dozens of events spread across morning and evening sessions over several days. Hundreds of athletes compete in heats, semifinals and finals, many of whom are also entered in multiple disciplines. Introducing reserve days would create a domino effect: Television broadcast schedules would be disrupted. Medal ceremonies would have to be rescheduled. Athletes competing in multiple events could face clashes. Travel and accommodation plans for thousands of athletes, officials and volunteers would be affected. Unlike cricket or tennis, where one match can simply move to another day, athletics operates as a tightly packed timetable with very little flexibility. Could the rules change in future? Climate change has led to more frequent extreme weather events, prompting discussions across international sport about weather protocols. However, reserve days for major athletics championships remain highly unlikely because of the sheer scale of scheduling challenges. Instead, organisers are investing in better drainage systems, improved weather forecasting and stronger safety protocols rather than rewriting the competition calendar. Fans concern is valid Many spectators at Glasgow 2026 believe athlete safety should come before schedules. Fans concern is valid Also Read: Live Cricket Score Their concerns reflect genuine care for athletes, but under current international regulations, rain itself is considered part of outdoor competition. Only when weather poses a serious threat to safety do officials intervene. Article Source: IANS

IPL Has Changed The Way Sport Is Viewed In India, Says Punjab Kings' Co-owner Ness Wadia

Indian Premier League: Indian Premier League (IPL) co-owner Ness Wadia believes the cash-rich league has barely scratched the surface of its potential, adding that the tournament has changed the way the sport is now seen in India. At the same time, Wadia asserted that the tournament's best years are still ahead. Wadia's comments come on the back of global investment bank Houlihan Lokey's 2026 IPL valuation study revealing that the tournaments business value has jumped by 11.4 per cent to USD 20.6 billion post the 2026 season, while its overall brand value rose to USD 4.3 billion - a 10.3 per cent year-on-year increase. According to the report, Punjab Kings, one of the eight original franchises bought in 2008 for roughly USD 76 million, saw its valuation compound to approximately Rs 1,510 crore (USD 158 million) this year, marking a 12.1 per cent growth from 2025. It's been the emotional connection people have with their teams. Families organise their evenings around IPL matches. You can understand that intellectually, but you only truly appreciate it when you're part of it. The other thing that's genuinely surprised me is how far the game has travelled. We saw a team from Italy playing at this year's World Cup, and watching the IPL now stretches into places like South America, countries I never imagined would be following cricket. Year after year, people wait for it. It's slowly turning into something close to a cult, one that crosses every diaspora. The IPL has changed the way sport is viewed in India. It's created careers, inspired investment, encouraged other leagues and built sporting brands that millions of people genuinely care about, Wadia said in a statement issued by the franchise on Wednesday. The report also mentioned several landmark shifts in the league's financial landscape and broadcasting dynamics. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) created history after being acquired for a league-record USD 1.78 billion, while Rajasthan Royals also fetched a massive USD 1.65 billion valuation. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) created history after being acquired for a league-record USD 1.78 billion, while Rajasthan Royals also fetched a massive USD 1.65 billion valuation. The tournament witnessed a major digital migration in viewership, with Connected TV (CTV) reach surging by 26 per cent even as linear television ratings registered an 18.8 per cent decline. Reflecting on the early days of the tournament, Wadia, co-owner of Punjab Kings alongside Mohit Burman, Preity Zinta, and Karan Paul, recalled that breaking even was a long-term process. We simply believed Indian sport was ready for a new chapter, and we wanted to be part of building it, it took seven years to break even. We always knew this wasn't a short-term play. But I still think the IPL is only getting started. I always believed the IPL would become one of the biggest sporting leagues in the world. I just didn't think it would happen this quickly. Today, when you see institutional investors looking at franchises and global capital entering the space, it validates the conviction we had back in 2008. Season 19 of the IPL reached 1.2 billion viewers, a 7 per cent increase year-on-year, while the 2026 final between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad recorded 400 million viewers across screens to become the most-watched match in IPL history. Ahead of the next media rights cycle, whose value is currently at USD 6.2 billion, Wadia expressed strong confidence in the league's financial trajectory. I'm optimistic about the next media rights cycle, not because I'm an owner, but because the fundamentals continue to get stronger. Every year the IPL attracts bigger audiences. That shows the appetite people have for live sport. I wouldn't speculate on the final number, but if you're asking whether we've reached the ceiling, my answer is no. The IPL is still evolving, and I believe its best years are still ahead of it, he added. Highlighting the unique investment economics of the league, Wadia pointed to the exclusivity of team ownership. People also underestimate one very important point, scarcity. There are only ten IPL franchises. That isn't changing anytime soon. When you combine a scarce asset with growing demand, the long-term outlook becomes very compelling. That shows the appetite people have for live sport. I wouldn't speculate on the final number, but if you're asking whether we've reached the ceiling, my answer is no. The IPL is still evolving, and I believe its best years are still ahead of it, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Addressing the rise of the WPL, Wadia called its trajectory extremely encouraging and stated, To build an audience of that size in such a short period tells you there's genuine interest in women's cricket, and that's great for the game. If the right opportunity came along, we'd certainly look at it, with the same patience and long-term perspective we've applied to every investment we've made. Article Source: IANS

Shubman Gill returns to No. 1 in ODI batters' rankings

Namibia bowler Bernard Scholtz rises to seventh on ODI bowlers' table after remarkable returns against Netherlands and Nepal in the CWC League 2

Haven't Heard From Anyone, Its Paper Talk: Langer Denies Being Contacted For England Test Coach Job

Wales Cricket Board: Former Australia head coach Justin Langer has revealed that he has not been approached by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for the England Test coachs job, adding that he hasnt heard anything from anyone and labelled the reports going around as paper talk. Langer, currently serving as head coach for Manchester Super Giants in The Hundred, was widely tipped as a frontrunner to replace Brendon McCullum, who stepped down from the Test role earlier this month. His part working relationship with ECB chief executive Richard Gould during their time at Somerset had further fueled rumours of an impending appointment. No, I haven't, no. No, I haven't heard from anyone. You read all this (speculation)... It's all paper talk, it's all rumours, Langer said on the Stick to Cricket podcast. While Langer had previously quipped four years ago that the idea of coaching England was unimaginable for an Australian, he adopted a more pragmatic stance when asked about the global profile of international coaching jobs. There's three coaching roles in the world as a coach (that anyone would consider). The Australia head coach, the Indian head coach, and the England head coach. But it's all hypothetical, isn't it? When it comes to coaching, it's a career, and everyone looks at all opportunities, don't they? he added. The ECBs search comes ahead of England's home Test series against Pakistan, which begins on August 19. Marcus Trescothick is currently being considered for an interim role, while Stephen Fleming, Richard Dawson, Jonathan Trott, and Tom Moody remain among the prospective long-term options. There's three coaching roles in the world as a coach (that anyone would consider). The Australia head coach, the Indian head coach, and the England head coach. But it's all hypothetical, isn't it? When it comes to coaching, it's a career, and everyone looks at all opportunities, don't they? he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I've got no idea. They're going to have to work really well with Baz, and they've got to be really clear in their vision. Great leaders, you've got to be really clear in your vision, what you stand for, and then you go forward from there. Article Source: IANS

Gill Returns To ODI Summit, Sooryavanshi Storms Up T20I Rankings

Cricket World Cup League: India's dominance in the latest ICC rankings was underlined on Wednesday as Shubman Gill regained the No. 1 spot among ODI batters, while 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emerged as the biggest mover in the T20I batting charts after a breakthrough series against Zimbabwe. Fresh off India's 3-0 clean sweep in Harare, Sooryavanshi enjoyed a spectacular leap of 230 places to break into the top 50 of the T20I batting rankings for the first time. The teenager climbed to a career-best 48th with 536 rating points after accumulating 151 runs at an average of 50.33 and earning his maiden Player of the Series award. Despite the youngster's rapid ascent, the top of the T20I batting rankings continues to belong to India, with wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan retaining the No. 1 position. Kishan, who struck a commanding 81 during the Zimbabwe series, now has 910 rating points after briefly touching a career-high 916 during the contest. That peak placed him third on the all-time T20I batting ratings list, behind only compatriot Abhishek Sharma (931) and England's Dawid Malan (919). India also enjoyed gains elsewhere in the T20I batting rankings. Tilak Varma advanced two places to sixth, while Shreyas Iyer climbed seven positions to 24th. Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi was another major beneficiary, soaring 31 spots to 41st in the T20I bowling rankings after claiming three wickets across the Zimbabwe series. Zimbabwe also had reason to celebrate despite the series defeat. Ryan Burl improved six places to joint 85th among T20I batters, while fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani climbed 10 positions to 26th in the bowling rankings. In the 50-over format, Gill reclaimed the No. 1 ODI batting ranking after New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell slipped from the summit. Mitchell had occupied the top spot since January, but his absence from recent international action allowed the Indian opener to move back to the top. The ODI bowling rankings also witnessed movement, with Namibia left-arm spinner Bernard Scholtz breaking into the top seven after consistent displays in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series involving Nepal and the Netherlands in Utrecht. In the 50-over format, Gill reclaimed the No. 1 ODI batting ranking after New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell slipped from the summit. Mitchell had occupied the top spot since January, but his absence from recent international action allowed the Indian opener to move back to the top. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Elsewhere, West Indies pacer Jayden Seales climbed to 24th in the Test bowling rankings, Pakistan quick Mohammad Abbas rose to 17th, while Babar Azam's half-century in the second innings earned him a four-place jump to 15th in the Test batting rankings. Article Source: IANS

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

WEFvs TRT,Approaching Milestones and Records :Welsh Fire have started the Hundred Men's 2026 on a positive note. They have bagged two consecutive wins and have 8 points on the board. They have beaten Southern Brave and MI London in consecutive games and are looking in very good form. Welsh Fire will be in action in a home game. They will face Trent Rockets in match no. 11. This is the first game to be played on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM IST at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. Another win will give four more points to Welsh Fire, and they will move to the top of the table. Trent Rockets are also coming off a win over London Spirit by four wickets. Ben Duckett has been in great form and has scored the most runs this season. Four teams have 8 points on the board, and it is important for the Rockets to win this game. If they lose, they will be left behind in the race for the qualification. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the WEFvs TRTMatch 11 at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. WEFvs TRT: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the WEFvs TRTMatch 11 atSophia Gardens in Cardiff 5 - Matthew Short is a good striker of the ball and has hit some of the longest sixes. He is just five sixes away from completing 200 T20 sixes. 4 - Phil Salt has the third-most sixes in The Hundred Men's competition. He needs four more sixes to surpass Will Jacks for the second spot. 47 - Jordan Cox is just 47 runs away from becoming the 8th batter to complete 1000 runs in the Hundred Men's competition. He will be the second-fastest batter to do so after Jos Buttler. 62 - Ben Duckett has scored 124 runs in two innings at an average of 62. If he scores another 60 or more runs in this inning, he will have a chance to surpass Phil Salt and become the leading scorer in this tournament's history. Secondly, he needs 11 fours to become the first batter with 150 fours in this league. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 52 - Finn Allen is just 52 runs away from completing 500 runs in this league. He will be only the second Kiwi batter after Colin Munro to do so.

'Jadeja Will Definitely Play': Ashwin Backs Three-spinner Strategy For SL Tests

World Test Championship: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed India to field three specialist spinners in the opening Test against Sri Lanka, saying Ravindra Jadeja, Manav Suthar and Kuldeep Yadav should all feature in the playing XI as the visitors prepare for the two-match World Test Championship series beginning in Galle on August 15. Jadeja will definitely play. Manav Suthar took seven wickets in the last game - he'll play. And Kuldeep Yadav should also play. That makes three spinners. I think they should go with Saransh Jain at No. 7, which leaves - No. 5 Rishabh Pant, No. 4 Shubman Gill, No. 3 Devdutt Padikkal or Sai Sudharsan, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and KL Rahul. That leaves two fast-bowler spots, Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. India's squad marks the return of Ravindra Jadeja to the Test set-up after recovering from the tennis elbow injury that had sidelined him since the IPL earlier this year. Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has retained his place after an impressive outing, while wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav is also available, giving the team management multiple spin options for conditions expected to favour slow bowlers in Sri Lanka. Ashwin also highlighted the importance of Sai Sudharsan's fitness, believing the young left-hander could play a crucial role if declared fit before the opening Test. First, I think India's biggest loss here could be Sai Sudharsan's fitness because he scored two centuries recently in the India 'A' series - one of them was at Galle, which has unique conditions. The wind, how the ball turns, the angles - it takes time to learn all that. But he made a hundred there. If he stays fit, it could be an advantage for India. His confidence will be high. And Sri Lanka always depend on spin - Sai Sudharsan is a good player of spin. So he could be useful. I hope he's fit, and it shouldn't be a setback, Ashwin added. Ashwin also highlighted the importance of Sai Sudharsan's fitness, believing the young left-hander could play a crucial role if declared fit before the opening Test. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ashwin added that while Devdutt Padikkal would be a worthy replacement if required, his preference would still be for Sudharsan to carry his recent form into the longest format. Devdutt Padikkal getting a chance in his place is not a bad thing. He has been a brilliant performer in domestic cricket. But I'd prefer Sudharsan to take his form into Test cricket, he stated. Article Source: IANS

'Disappointed But Trying To Take Positives': Pakistan Skipper Sana After Loss In Sri Lanka ODIs

Sri Lanka ODIs: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana admitted her side was disappointed after surrendering a 1-0 lead to lose the three-match ODI series 2-1 against Sri Lanka, but insisted the team would focus on the positives and use the experience as part of its growth. Pakistan made a winning start to the series before Sri Lanka bounced back to claim the final two matches and seal the series. Despite the setback, Sana said the team would take the lessons forward rather than dwell on the result. We are disappointed because of the way we started in the first match and how we performed after that. We are disappointed, but we are still trying to take as much positive from this as possible, Sana said in a video released by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The skipper admitted Pakistans batting unit failed to make the most of favourable batting conditions, especially after losing early wickets. She called on the younger players to shoulder more responsibility and support the senior batters. Its a batting track and the way we didnt bat that much, our early three wickets fell. After that we tried, but we were already in the struggle phase. So I think after seniors, if there is a responsibility on juniors, they should avail that opportunity. Its a sign that the younger players in the middle order should step up as much as they can, she added. Sana, however, found plenty of positives in the performances of several players. She praised openers Gull Feroza and Sadaf Shamas for providing solid starts, while highlighting Sidra Amins consistency despite batting under pressure. She also lauded Muneeba Ali for adapting well in the middle order. In batting, I see how Gull Feroza and Sadaf gave us a start in the powerplay. After that, Sidra continuously tried to build her innings. The way she played in the first and second match, there was already a lot of pressure on her, but still she continued. I think its a good sign for the team that Muneeba proved herself at number five. There are still a lot of things in the team that are going well, Sana said. She also praised bowlers Nashra Sandhu and Umm-e-Hani for their performances, while reiterating that Pakistans youngsters must continue improving. In bowling, the way Umm-e-Hani bowled and the way Nashra is bowling is very helpful for the team. But I think the sooner the youngsters improve, the more positive it will be for the team, she said. Looking ahead to the T20I series, Sana urged her teammates to maintain the same positive approach despite the disappointment. The message to the team is to keep the same approach and the same intent. When you are working on something, there are some failures and some successes. So I think at that time, there is a need for patience as a team and as an audience. The more patience we have, the better. The sooner the team grows, the better for the team, and God willing, the results will not be the same, she said. The 24-year-old also expressed satisfaction with the clarity of roles within the squad, saying every player understood what was expected of them and remained committed to improving. The message to the team is to keep the same approach and the same intent. When you are working on something, there are some failures and some successes. So I think at that time, there is a need for patience as a team and as an audience. The more patience we have, the better. The sooner the team grows, the better for the team, and God willing, the results will not be the same, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think this is a good sign for the team. Every girl is getting ready in her own way to do better, and the more responsible they become, the better they will get, Sana added. Article Source: IANS

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Konstas Recalls Whirlwind Start To Test Career Against India, Calls It A 'crazy Experience'

Melbourne Cricket Ground: Describing his explosive Test debut against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 2024 as a crazy experience', Australian opener Sam Konstas said his first game in international cricket was a whirlwind one, adding that he now resolves to redefine his game to earn a recall to the red-ball set-up. Konstas, then a 19-year-old, announced himself on the big stage by taking 18 runs off premier India pacer Jasprit Bumrah during a whirlwind knock of 60 in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of nearly 90,000 fans. However, after featuring in five Tests, Konstas was dropped following a challenging series in the West Indies, where the top order struggled to click collectively on difficult pitches. It was a crazy experience. Looking back at it, it's a bit like, 'What was I doing?', to be honest. But I was lucky enough to put a few away. (With the media scrutiny) I was lucky enough to have good support around me, so I think that was the biggest learning that I had, and just trusting my inner circle. Especially going through a tough period when I wasn't going as well. Then for me, it's just become the best version of myself, training really hard, getting back to the drawing board, trying to redefine my game and build other skills as well. I wouldn't change a thing, to be honest. I'm very grateful for those experiences, said Konstas on SEN Radio. Returned to domestic duty for the 2025/26 Sheffield Shield season, Konstas finished as New South Wales' leading run-scorer with 660 runs at an average of 33, placing him fifth in the run-scoring charts overall in a bowler-dominated tournament. Despite the solid tally, Konstas was unable to capitalise on several promising starts, scoring between 27 and 44 in his final eight innings. The right-hander identified conversion as his primary goal for the upcoming 2026/27 season as he aims to earn a Test recall. Obviously it's good to get a start, but I feel like this year I've got to start converting those to big scores. It's just trying to be totally present, to be honest, with what I've been working on, and very deliberate with the way I train my attention to detail. It's all about just trying to stay focused for longer periods of time. With pre-season training underway under new New South Wales head coach Brad Haddin, Konstas mentioned that the squad is pushing its physical limits while drawing inspiration from former state greats, ahead of their Sheffield Shield opener against Tasmania on October 8. Obviously it's good to get a start, but I feel like this year I've got to start converting those to big scores. It's just trying to be totally present, to be honest, with what I've been working on, and very deliberate with the way I train my attention to detail. It's all about just trying to stay focused for longer periods of time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We've been lucky enough to have past players from the New South Wales team come in and share their stories. We had Mark Taylor last week and a few others, so just being really connected as a group has been the emphasis. It's going to be exciting. Article Source: IANS

McDonald Hopes Stokes Will Reverse Test Retirement For 2027 Ashes

New Zealand Test: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald believes attempts could be made to coax Ben Stokes out of retirement for next years Ashes, insisting that the former skipper still has a lot of good cricket left in him. Stokes retired from international cricket following Englands 2-1 defeat to New Zealand Test career. Later, head coach Brendon McCullum departed as Englands Test coach and that brought the end of the 'Bazball' era. I think the fairytale would be that he comes back out of retirement and takes on one more Ashes and builds a lot of hype on the way in. If you're looking at promoting that series, that's probably the angle that you would want, that he comes out of retirement. To me, he's still got a lot of good cricket left in him. It'll be a fascinating watch. I think that whoever the new head coach that comes in potentially has a conversation with him, McDonald told SEN Radio. Stokes had previously unretired from ODI cricket for playing the 2023 World Cup and famously convinced former off-spin bowling all-rounder Moeen Ali to return to Test duty for the 2023 Ashes. While Stokes has maintained his I'm done stance following his final Test appearance, McDonald suggested the door might not be entirely closed. We don't know why Ben left, I don't think there's been anything on the record around the definitive reason as to why. He may have just called it a day on Test cricket and that's it, so there might be a full stop there. Or there might be an opportunity for that new head coach to potentially twist his arm and bring him back in. But if it ends now, he's had a wonderful career in terms of what he's brought to the game, his impact in certain innings and moments in time. It will age pretty well for him to look back on, he added. England's first Test assignment after the exits of Stokes and McCullum will be a three-game home series against Pakistan, before the 2027 Ashes takes centrestage. Trent Bridge in Nottingham will host the opening match of the five-game series from June 18, followed by further games at Lord's, Edgbaston, The Rose Bowl and The Oval. Addressing England's ongoing coaching search following Andy Flower's decision to decline the role due to franchise cricket commitments, McDonald noted how international setups are competing with league cricket for top coaching talent. Like any of these decisions that you make, your next one's the most important, so with an Ashes coming up, we'll be keenly looking at potentially who's the coach, what that means, do they change their style of play? We'll get a look at that (in) the Pakistan series. I think Marcus Trecothick may be the interim for the short term before they put someone in full-time. Whether they change their style, we'll be looking at that from afar. It's interesting that Andy Flower was the person that they were looking at going towards, and then he's declined because of his franchise commitments. Maybe coaches are very similar to players in that franchise-versus-country sort of narrative, and whether you can attract the best coaches at the right time into international cricket, he elaborated. Turning his attention to Australia's upcoming Test assignment against Bangladesh, McDonald backed out-of-form batter Marnus Labuschagne to rediscover his run-scoring form while arguing that traditional benchmark metrics like a 50-plus average are becoming harder to maintain in modern Test cricket. Australian teams in the past have played at a high tempo... but there is a faster pace to Test cricket these days. So how were judging our players and how teams are operating is always interesting, so the benchmarking from the past, I think, is ... not irrelevant, but were probably moved past that. When asked directly what Australia needed from Labuschagne, whose career average has dropped to 44.7, McDonald offered a blunt, single-word response before elaborating on the batter's mindset. Runs. Last summer, (his) first Test match on the back of the Shield work that he did was very promising. He probably had a little bit of a lull through the middle of that series and then ended in Sydney, where youd expect him to be, at as a high-level batter. Its all still there. Hes working incredibly hard on his game, and I know thats an easy thing to say that someones working hard, and people want to see results, and Marnus wants to see those results, we want to see those results, (but) hes done a deep dive into his batting. I think the criticism sometimes, and I hope Marnus doesnt mind me saying this because we have these conversations, is in that search for the answer. Sometimes hes shifting away from what makes him really good, that sort of proactive batting. He does focus on his technique a lot, but settling that down, trusting that over a period of time, and just going out there and doing it (is the key). McDonald also defended selecting an experienced, veteran squad for the upcoming series rather than blooding younger talent, adding that the selection panel is firmly committed to picking the best available team for every international fixture. I think the criticism sometimes, and I hope Marnus doesnt mind me saying this because we have these conversations, is in that search for the answer. Sometimes hes shifting away from what makes him really good, that sort of proactive batting. He does focus on his technique a lot, but settling that down, trusting that over a period of time, and just going out there and doing it (is the key). Also Read: Live Cricket Score But these players are still at their best, we believe, and hence why theyre being selected. So (it would) be very difficult to go to someone and say, Yeah, youve been in our best Test squad for ... X amount of time and youre performing at a high level, which this team has, and say, Okay, by the way, were just going to (float) a couple of youngsters in this series. It doesnt really sit well with us as a selection panel, and we want to pick that best test 11 each time, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Australia Head Coach McDonald Urges 17-member Squads Limit For 2027 WC

International Cricket Council: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to increase the squad limit to 17 players for the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup, adding that the tournaments refreshed format could turn into a war of attrition if teams are restricted to just 15 players in their respective squads. Earlier this month, the ICC announced a new structure for the 2027 edition of the global event to be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Though it still features 14 teams, an additional 'Super 7' stage has been established before the semi-finals. Under the new layout, the finalists will play at least 13 matches compared to 11 in the 2023 edition, with the possibility of playing up to 15 games depending on qualification routes. One of the big things from my perspective is if it's going to be your pinnacle event, what do your squad sizes look like? We had the dilemma of what it looked like having a 15-player squad for the last World Cup, and I think New Zealand were in the same boat where we had a couple of injuries. Travis Head been the most notable one, and I think Kane Williamson and a couple of others for New Zealand, where you end up with sort of 12-13 players to select from early on in your tournament, and you're trying to carry those other players through the early rounds, and you're not able to play potentially the way that you want to play, or structure up the way that you think you need to, and in particular in countries where you in the north or the south or the east or the west, the conditions change quite significantly, said McDonald to SEN Radio. Head had missed out on the first five matches of the 2023 World Cup due to a broken hand, but then returned from Australias league game in Dharamshala, and hit a match-winning century in the final against India in Ahmedabad. Australia's concerns are also heightened by a grueling schedule leading into the marquee event. They are set to play up to 21 Test matches in the preceding 14 months, including demanding five-Test tours of India and England. With key all-format fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc on the wrong side of 30 and having serious injury history, roster flexibility will be crucial. My push within it, any time you're playing more games in the same period of time, you don't want it to be attritional. You want the best players to be available. So, there should be a conversation around - yep, that's great, you've landed at that, okay, what about the squad sizes? This is going to be a pinnacle event. I think there's an argument to say, great, you've put more games in front of us, give us larger squads, allow us to play the way that we need to play within those conditions, and then also you've got the ability to carry those potential stars of the game that are under injury clouds leading in because the cricket leading into the World Cup is demanding. So you're going to have some people that potentially are 50-50 at that point in time. So let's carry the best players in there. Give us larger squads to be able to navigate through the early part, and then hopefully the pinnacle event has the best players playing, rather than being ruled out early on due to injury and the attritional nature of a World Cup, added McDonald. This is going to be a pinnacle event. I think there's an argument to say, great, you've put more games in front of us, give us larger squads, allow us to play the way that we need to play within those conditions, and then also you've got the ability to carry those potential stars of the game that are under injury clouds leading in because the cricket leading into the World Cup is demanding. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think there was a, not a perception, but a direction potentially from the ICC that there was going to be more Associate nations at this 50-over World Cup, which we've seen the growth of the Associate nations within the T20 landscape, which I think has been beneficial for cricket. Article Source: IANS

Ex-India Assistant Coach Ryan Ten Doeschate Appointed Knight Riders' Head Of Cricket Strategy

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Former India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has been appointed as the Head of Cricket Strategy at Knight Riders Sports, marking his return to the franchise in a global role that will see him oversee talent acquisition, squad planning, and development across its various leagues. In his new role, ten Doeschate will lead the strategic direction for scouting, player recruitment, squad planning, and performance evaluation. He will collaborate closely with coaching staff to establish a uniform cricketing philosophy across all Knight Riders teams. Additionally, ten Doeschate will double up as the assistant coach for Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in UAEs International League T20 (ILT20), and Los Angeles Knight Riders in Major League Cricket (MLC). I'm excited to be back with the Knight Riders in this role. This is a unique opportunity to work with the coaching & analytics teams across our global franchises to strengthen our scouting/player development systems, and to build a long-term cricket strategy, he said. Ten Doeschate shares a long-standing association with the Knight Riders group. He joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a player in 2011 and was an integral member of their Indian Premier League (IPL) title-winning sides in 2012 and 2014. He later transitioned into a coaching role with the franchise in 2022, and was in the support staff for their third IPL title win in 2024. Welcoming him back to the setup, Venky Mysore, CEO of Knight Riders Sports, said, We are delighted to welcome Tendo back to the Knight Riders family. His deep understanding of our philosophy, combined with his experience across franchise and international cricket, makes him ideally suited for this role. He will help shape the next phase of growth across the Knight Riders ecosystem. A batting stalwart for Netherlands, ten Doeschate was drafted into India mens support staff after Gautam Gambhir took over as head coach following the 2024 Mens T20 World Cup triumph. As an assistant coach in Gambhir's think-tank, he worked closely with both the batting and fielding setups. During his tenure as assistant coach, India enjoyed significant success in white-ball cricket, winning the 2025 Champions Trophy, the 2025 Mens T20 Cup, and successfully defending their Men's T20 World Cup title in 2026. A batting stalwart for Netherlands, ten Doeschate was drafted into India mens support staff after Gautam Gambhir took over as head coach following the 2024 Mens T20 World Cup triumph. As an assistant coach in Gambhir's think-tank, he worked closely with both the batting and fielding setups. Also Read: Live Cricket Score His contract had ended in June, but he continued till the white-ball series against England, where India lost both T20I and ODI series. A chief reason behind ten Doeschate exiting the Indian team set-up was due to the longer travel periods with the team, which kept him away from his young family based in London. Article Source: IANS

Injury Affected Us, Babar Reveals Masood Fractured His Finger In Test Defeat To WI

Brian Lara Cricket Academy: Pakistan captain Babar Azam has revealed that former skipper Shan Masood suffered a finger fracture during the first Test against West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, admitting that the injury severely disrupted the visitors in their 90-run defeat. Masood hurt his finger while batting during Pakistan's first innings and was forced to drop down to number eight in the second innings. His absence from the top order proved costly as Pakistan were bowled out for 120 on the final day, marking their eighth consecutive Test loss on foreign soil. Yes, Shan Masoods injury affected us because, unfortunately, his finger is fractured, so we definitely missed him. At the same time, when youre facing the new ball, you have to survive the first 20 overs, build partnerships, and then, as the ball gets older, the pitch becomes easier to bat on. We couldnt put together those partnerships, Babar was quoted as saying by the ICC on Wednesday. Masood's availability for the remainder of the series will be monitored ahead of the second Test, which begins in Port of Spain on August 2. Only Babar provided resistance in the second innings with his 32nd Test half-century, but he ran out of partners as West Indies fast bowler Jayden Seales tore through the lineup with figures of 5-20. The defeat left Pakistan rooted to the bottom of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Reflecting on the loss, Babar acknowledged that his team failed to rise to the occasion on the final day. We played good cricket in the last few days, but today we were not up to the mark as a batting unit. The surface is good and we expected the new ball to move for which we were prepared. But I think they bowled very well and used the conditions nicely. Well sit together and discuss these things because, while the result isnt go our way, we can certainly address our mistakes. Well do our best to correct them and ensure we improve going forward, he added While Seales led the charge on the final day, it was fellow pacer Justin Greaves who walked away with the Player of the Match award following his historic spell in the first innings, where he recorded five consecutive wicket maidens. But I think they bowled very well and used the conditions nicely. Well sit together and discuss these things because, while the result isnt go our way, we can certainly address our mistakes. Well do our best to correct them and ensure we improve going forward, he added Also Read: Live Cricket Score We came in and tried to be just as disciplined as possible. I mimicked Mohammad Abbas' fuller lengths when he bowled against us in the first and second innings and it pretty much worked out for us. Article Source: IANS

Ten Doeschate appointed Knight Riders' head of cricket strategy

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

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

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

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

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

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ML-W vs LNS-W,Approaching Milestones and Records :MI London Women have been the most successful team in The Hundred Women's competition in the first five seasons. They have won the first two seasons of the tournament. But in the last three seasons, their performance has declined totally. Even in the ongoing edition, they are at the bottom of the table. MI London Women have played three games and have lost all three matches. In fact, they are the only team without a point this season. They need to break the losing streak before it gets too late for them. They will be in action on Wednesday, taking on London Spirit Women in match no. 12. This contest will be held at Kennington Oval in London at 7:30 PM IST. If MI London lose this game, their qualification will be almost impossible. London Spirit are still in a better position. They have one win and one defeat under their belts. A win here will increase their chances of qualification. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the ML-W vs LNS-W Match 12 at the Kennington Oval in London. ML-W vs LNS-W: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the ML-W vs LNS-WMatch 12 atKennington Oval in London 3 - Danni Wyatt-Hodge is just three sixes away from completing 150 sixes in the shorter format. 3 - Hayley Matthews is the fifth highest wicket-taker in women's T20s. She needs three more wickets to complete 350 wickets. 1 - Amelia Kerr is the leading wicket-taker in women's T20 cricket with 422 wickets. She needs one more four-wicket haul to have the most fourfers in women's T20s. 2 - Marizanne Kapp is one of the best all-rounders that the game has seen. She is just two wickets away from surpassing Amanda Wellington and becoming the second-highest wicket-taker in the Hundred Women's competition. 55 - With the bat, Marizanne Kapp needs 55 more runs to surpass Hayley Matthews and become the fifth highest scorer in the Hundred Women's competition. 1 - Danny Wyatt Hodge needs one more fifty to have the most 50+ scores in the Hundred Women's competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 5 - Hayley Matthews is just five wickets away from completing 50 wickets in the Hundred Women's competition.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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