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India: The stage is set for cricket's Toughest Rivalry to reignite as India take on Australia in the three-match ODI series starting tomorrow. The contest promises high-intensity battles between two power-packed lineups. Speaking exclusively to the press during Media Day ahead of the first ODI, JioStar expert Aaron Finch spoke about the return of India legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Rohit adopting an aggressive batting approach, the thrilling pace-bowling duel between both sides, the significance of the India-Australia rivalry, and what could possibly be the last tour for Ro-Ko. On the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: "I think if you're talking about players who've played for five years, you might have question marks about their tempo and everything. But these are two great players of the game. What experience allows you to do is understand what you need to do to get ready for that first ball of the series. When you look back over history, and I use this analogy particularly with young players who play only T20 cricket and franchise cricket around the world, they hop from tournament to tournament without having much time to work on or improve their game. They're always in competition mode, day after day. So, the fact that Virat and Rohit are mentally fresh is more important than anything they're doing in the nets. They've got 20 years of experience to fall back on, to say, right, this is what I need to do. And regardless of performance, you know they're going to be ready from game one. We play a brutal game where preparation doesn't always match up with results. But they'll be up to tempo and ready to go from game one, no doubt. That's what experience gives you, the ability to understand every part of your game so well that you know exactly what needs to be done. And I'm sure neither of them has left anything to chance in their preparation for this series." On Rohit Sharma possibly adopting an aggressive approach with the bat: "Yeah, the great thing about Rohit's approach over the last couple of years has been his willingness to sacrifice for the team. And I think there's no greater strength a leader can have. He's such a great player. But the fact that he said, no, I'm going to lead from the front, that the game has changed to a point where I need to dominate and maximize the first 10 overs, the powerplay, shows great leadership and strength. I've got no doubt that won't change one bit. What you earn over your career as a great player is the right to dictate how you play. Of course, there comes a time when the team might want to shape that, and that's fine. He'll adapt, no doubt. But his ability to sacrifice himself for the betterment of the team, and for what he believed Indian cricket needed at the time, was wonderful to see. That's why he's such a selfless leader, and I'm sure that will continue. I know he'll still be part of the leadership group, helping guide Shubman through his first 12 months. But yeah, I expect no difference from Rohit. And it's great to see! It's like when Travis Head walks out to bat for Australia. You just can't turn the TV off because you know something exciting is about to happen." On Rohit and Virat possibly playing their last series on Australian soil: "I think any time you get the opportunity to see greats of the game playing up close, it's unbelievable. You can watch as much cricket as you want on TV, but until you see them in the flesh at the ground, you truly understand what their presence does, not just to the players around them but also to the fans in the stands. It's crazy. I've had some great moments playing against both of them, in Australia and in India. So yeah, I've got no doubt the fans will turn out if this does end up being their last series. The impact they have, particularly Virat, when he starts getting the crowd involved, is pretty special to see. You think back to the most recent T20 World Cup in Australia; it was incredible to see how much the crowd got behind him every time he walked out to bat. And Rohit, he sets the tone at the top of the order. So, I've got no doubt both, Australian and Indian fans, will love watching them play in Australia once more." On the exciting battle between the pace-bowling units both teams: "Any time India travel to Australia, it's exciting because of the talent they possess and the rivalry the two teams share with each other. India are very different from the side they were seven-eight years ago and the thing which makes them even more dangerous than before is their bowling attack. They are blessed to have a dynamic fast-bowling unit, although Bumrah is missing this time. Both teams are looking at depth, and India are still testing combinations with an eye on the World Cup. There will be players trying to force their way into the starting XI consistently, while others are returning to play once fully fit. Overall, it will be a great battle. Some aggressive batters at the top of both lineups, a lot of pressure, a lot of experience. It will be intense, but good fun to watch." On the significance of the India-Australia white-ball series: "I think it's the challenge of two of the best teams in the world consistently. Looking back over a long period, both teams have been right at the top, producing some great battles at home and away. That's why the series is so important. Both sides are also in a stage where they want to gather more information about their squad ahead of 2027, but as a player, you take nothing for granted and want to perform against the best. That's where the intensity rises. Virat Kohli brings intensity from ball one, whether in the field or with the bat, which inspires his teammates. For Australia, players like David Warner have done the same. So, you have two proud cricketing nations, with players desperate to win, leaving nothing in the tank. That's what makes these series so special." On the Australia-India rivalry and emerging talent in Australian cricket: "I don't think there's any extra pressure on Australia to dominate home series against India. Both teams have had success at home and away in the one-day format. The important thing is that players are always representing everyone who supports cricket in their country. Wearing your national cap is a great honour, and that responsibility drives you. You can't try harder than what you already give. There's a lot of exciting depth in Australian cricket right now. Xavier Bartlett, for example, is a young player who really excites me. Watching him bowl in Sheffield Shield or for Australia shows he has the temperament, consistency, and energy to challenge opponents. He enjoys the challenge, gives everything, and is learning constantly. He's developing his game and will likely push for opportunities over the next couple of years. Bartlett is a fast bowler with accuracy and consistency. As he continues to grow, I think he will become a fantastic player for Australia." The stage is set for cricket's Toughest Rivalry to reignite as India take on Australia in the three-match ODI series starting tomorrow. The contest promises high-intensity battles between two power-packed lineups. Speaking exclusively to the press during Media Day ahead of the first ODI, JioStar expert Aaron Finch spoke about the return of India legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Rohit adopting an aggressive batting approach, the thrilling pace-bowling duel between both sides, the significance of the India-Australia rivalry, and what could possibly be the last tour for Ro-Ko. On the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: "I think if you're talking about players who've played for five years, you might have question marks about their tempo and everything. But these are two great players of the game. What experience allows you to do is understand what you need to do to get ready for that first ball of the series. When you look back over history, and I use this analogy particularly with young players who play only T20 cricket and franchise cricket around the world, they hop from tournament to tournament without having much time to work on or improve their game. They're always in competition mode, day after day. So, the fact that Virat and Rohit are mentally fresh is more important than anything they're doing in the nets. They've got 20 years of experience to fall back on, to say, right, this is what I need to do. And regardless of performance, you know they're going to be ready from game one. We play a brutal game where preparation doesn't always match up with results. But they'll be up to tempo and ready to go from game one, no doubt. That's what experience gives you, the ability to understand every part of your game so well that you know exactly what needs to be done. And I'm sure neither of them has left anything to chance in their preparation for this series." On Rohit Sharma possibly adopting an aggressive approach with the bat: "Yeah, the great thing about Rohit's approach over the last couple of years has been his willingness to sacrifice for the team. And I think there's no greater strength a leader can have. He's such a great player. But the fact that he said, no, I'm going to lead from the front, that the game has changed to a point where I need to dominate and maximize the first 10 overs, the powerplay, shows great leadership and strength. I've got no doubt that won't change one bit. What you earn over your career as a great player is the right to dictate how you play. Of course, there comes a time when the team might want to shape that, and that's fine. He'll adapt, no doubt. But his ability to sacrifice himself for the betterment of the team, and for what he believed Indian cricket needed at the time, was wonderful to see. That's why he's such a selfless leader, and I'm sure that will continue. I know he'll still be part of the leadership group, helping guide Shubman through his first 12 months. But yeah, I expect no difference from Rohit. And it's great to see! It's like when Travis Head walks out to bat for Australia. You just can't turn the TV off because you know something exciting is about to happen." On Rohit and Virat possibly playing their last series on Australian soil: "I think any time you get the opportunity to see greats of the game playing up close, it's unbelievable. You can watch as much cricket as you want on TV, but until you see them in the flesh at the ground, you truly understand what their presence does, not just to the players around them but also to the fans in the stands. It's crazy. I've had some great moments playing against both of them, in Australia and in India. So yeah, I've got no doubt the fans will turn out if this does end up being their last series. The impact they have, particularly Virat, when he starts getting the crowd involved, is pretty special to see. You think back to the most recent T20 World Cup in Australia; it was incredible to see how much the crowd got behind him every time he walked out to bat. And Rohit, he sets the tone at the top of the order. So, I've got no doubt both, Australian and Indian fans, will love watching them play in Australia once more." On the exciting battle between the pace-bowling units both teams: "Any time India travel to Australia, it's exciting because of the talent they possess and the rivalry the two teams share with each other. India are very different from the side they were seven-eight years ago and the thing which makes them even more dangerous than before is their bowling attack. They are blessed to have a dynamic fast-bowling unit, although Bumrah is missing this time. Both teams are looking at depth, and India are still testing combinations with an eye on the World Cup. There will be players trying to force their way into the starting XI consistently, while others are returning to play once fully fit. Overall, it will be a great battle. Some aggressive batters at the top of both lineups, a lot of pressure, a lot of experience. It will be intense, but good fun to watch." On the significance of the India-Australia white-ball series: "I think it's the challenge of two of the best teams in the world consistently. Looking back over a long period, both teams have been right at the top, producing some great battles at home and away. That's why the series is so important. Both sides are also in a stage where they want to gather more information about their squad ahead of 2027, but as a player, you take nothing for granted and want to perform against the best. That's where the intensity rises. Virat Kohli brings intensity from ball one, whether in the field or with the bat, which inspires his teammates. For Australia, players like David Warner have done the same. So, you have two proud cricketing nations, with players desperate to win, leaving nothing in the tank. That's what makes these series so special." On the Australia-India rivalry and emerging talent in Australian cricket: "I don't think there's any extra pressure on Australia to dominate home series against India. Both teams have had success at home and away in the one-day format. The important thing is that players are always representing everyone who supports cricket in their country. Wearing your national cap is a great honour, and that responsibility drives you. You can't try harder than what you already give. There's a lot of exciting depth in Australian cricket right now. Xavier Bartlett, for example, is a young player who really excites me. Watching him bowl in Sheffield Shield or for Australia shows he has the temperament, consistency, and energy to challenge opponents. He enjoys the challenge, gives everything, and is learning constantly. He's developing his game and will likely push for opportunities over the next couple of years. Bartlett is a fast bowler with accuracy and consistency. As he continues to grow, I think he will become a fantastic player for Australia." The stage is set for cricket's Toughest Rivalry to reignite as India take on Australia in the three-match ODI series starting tomorrow. The contest promises high-intensity battles between two power-packed lineups. Speaking exclusively to the press during Media Day ahead of the first ODI, JioStar expert Aaron Finch spoke about the return of India legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Rohit adopting an aggressive batting approach, the thrilling pace-bowling duel between both sides, the significance of the India-Australia rivalry, and what could possibly be the last tour for Ro-Ko. On the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: "I think if you're talking about players who've played for five years, you might have question marks about their tempo and everything. But these are two great players of the game. What experience allows you to do is understand what you need to do to get ready for that first ball of the series. When you look back over history, and I use this analogy particularly with young players who play only T20 cricket and franchise cricket around the world, they hop from tournament to tournament without having much time to work on or improve their game. They're always in competition mode, day after day. So, the fact that Virat and Rohit are mentally fresh is more important than anything they're doing in the nets. They've got 20 years of experience to fall back on, to say, right, this is what I need to do. And regardless of performance, you know they're going to be ready from game one. We play a brutal game where preparation doesn't always match up with results. But they'll be up to tempo and ready to go from game one, no doubt. That's what experience gives you, the ability to understand every part of your game so well that you know exactly what needs to be done. And I'm sure neither of them has left anything to chance in their preparation for this series." On Rohit Sharma possibly adopting an aggressive approach with the bat: "Yeah, the great thing about Rohit's approach over the last couple of years has been his willingness to sacrifice for the team. And I think there's no greater strength a leader can have. He's such a great player. But the fact that he said, no, I'm going to lead from the front, that the game has changed to a point where I need to dominate and maximize the first 10 overs, the powerplay, shows great leadership and strength. I've got no doubt that won't change one bit. What you earn over your career as a great player is the right to dictate how you play. Of course, there comes a time when the team might want to shape that, and that's fine. He'll adapt, no doubt. But his ability to sacrifice himself for the betterment of the team, and for what he believed Indian cricket needed at the time, was wonderful to see. That's why he's such a selfless leader, and I'm sure that will continue. I know he'll still be part of the leadership group, helping guide Shubman through his first 12 months. But yeah, I expect no difference from Rohit. And it's great to see! It's like when Travis Head walks out to bat for Australia. You just can't turn the TV off because you know something exciting is about to happen." On Rohit and Virat possibly playing their last series on Australian soil: "I think any time you get the opportunity to see greats of the game playing up close, it's unbelievable. You can watch as much cricket as you want on TV, but until you see them in the flesh at the ground, you truly understand what their presence does, not just to the players around them but also to the fans in the stands. It's crazy. I've had some great moments playing against both of them, in Australia and in India. So yeah, I've got no doubt the fans will turn out if this does end up being their last series. The impact they have, particularly Virat, when he starts getting the crowd involved, is pretty special to see. You think back to the most recent T20 World Cup in Australia; it was incredible to see how much the crowd got behind him every time he walked out to bat. And Rohit, he sets the tone at the top of the order. So, I've got no doubt both, Australian and Indian fans, will love watching them play in Australia once more." On the exciting battle between the pace-bowling units both teams: "Any time India travel to Australia, it's exciting because of the talent they possess and the rivalry the two teams share with each other. India are very different from the side they were seven-eight years ago and the thing which makes them even more dangerous than before is their bowling attack. They are blessed to have a dynamic fast-bowling unit, although Bumrah is missing this time. Both teams are looking at depth, and India are still testing combinations with an eye on the World Cup. There will be players trying to force their way into the starting XI consistently, while others are returning to play once fully fit. Overall, it will be a great battle. Some aggressive batters at the top of both lineups, a lot of pressure, a lot of experience. It will be intense, but good fun to watch." On the significance of the India-Australia white-ball series: "I think it's the challenge of two of the best teams in the world consistently. Looking back over a long period, both teams have been right at the top, producing some great battles at home and away. That's why the series is so important. Both sides are also in a stage where they want to gather more information about their squad ahead of 2027, but as a player, you take nothing for granted and want to perform against the best. That's where the intensity rises. Virat Kohli brings intensity from ball one, whether in the field or with the bat, which inspires his teammates. For Australia, players like David Warner have done the same. So, you have two proud cricketing nations, with players desperate to win, leaving nothing in the tank. That's what makes these series so special." On the Australia-India rivalry and emerging talent in Australian cricket: "I don't think there's any extra pressure on Australia to dominate home series against India. Both teams have had success at home and away in the one-day format. The important thing is that players are always representing everyone who supports cricket in their country. Wearing your national cap is a great honour, and that responsibility drives you. You can't try harder than what you already give. There's a lot of exciting depth in Australian cricket right now. Xavier Bartlett, for example, is a young player who really excites me. Watching him bowl in Sheffield Shield or for Australia shows he has the temperament, consistency, and energy to challenge opponents. He enjoys the challenge, gives everything, and is learning constantly. He's developing his game and will likely push for opportunities over the next couple of years. Bartlett is a fast bowler with accuracy and consistency. As he continues to grow, I think he will become a fantastic player for Australia."
While Trent Boult was signed for Rs 12.50 crore, the Mumbai-based franchise spent an amount of Rs 9.25 crore to land Deepak Chahar. Mumbai Indians' have assembled a lethal pace attack at the two-day IPL 2025 auction held in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). The five-time IPL champions had already retained their star pacer Jasprit Bumrah ahead of the auction. At the mega auction, MI decided to acquire the services of two other quality fast bowlers - Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar. While Boult was signed for Rs 12.50 crore, the Mumbai-based franchise spent Rs 9.25 crore to land Chahar. Reacting to the po ...Read More >
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Australia lost the first Test by 295 runsAustralia faced their first Test defeat in PerthAustralia are looking to make a comeback in Adelaide Australia retained their 13-member squad for their second Test against India, confirmed selector and coach Andrew McDonald. On Monday, the Aussies lost the Perth Test by 295 runs to go 0-1 down in the five-match series against India. It was also the first time Australia lost at the Optus Stadium after winning four matches on the trot since 2018. McDonald, however, showed faith in their squad to make a turnaround in the Pink-Ball Test, starting December ...Read More >
Mumbai Indians (MI) made strategic moves in the IPL 2025 mega-auction, securing New Zealand pacer Trent Boult for ₹12.50 crore. MI owner Akash Ambani praised Boult’s invaluable skill in swinging the new ball, acknowledging the team’s struggles when he wasn’t playing for them in recent years. The franchise also acquired England’s Reece Topley for ₹75 lakh and New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner for ₹2 crore. MI further strengthened their spin department by signing young Afghan talent Allah Ghazanfar for ₹4.80 crore, who has impressed with his performances in international cricket. ...Read More >
Parth Jindal penned an emotional farewell note for Rishabh Pant who played nine years for the Delhi Capitals. After nine years with the Delhi franchise, Rishabh Pant will play for the Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming IPL season. Delhi Capitals' co-owner Parth Jindal on Tuesday (November 26) lamented Rishabh Pant's departure from the franchise and hoped to reunite in the foreseeable future. Capitals had released their captain Pant ahead of the IPL mega auction where he drew a record bid of Rs 27 crore from LSG. DC even tried to get their captain back on day one of the auction but could no ...Read More >
Hardik Pandya played an excellent knock of 69 runs in 30 balls to lead Baroda to a three-wicket win over Tamil Nadu in a high-scoring Group B match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday. Hardik's innings included four 4s and seven 6s. Out of those seven sixes, four came in the 17th over bowled by left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh. Chasing a stiff total of 222, Baroda was at 121 for 4 when Hardik came out to bat after the dismissal of his elder brother Krunal. The equation came down to 66 needed off 24 balls when Gurjapneet, a 6'3" seamer bought for Rs 2.2 crore by five-time Indian Prem ...Read More >
The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more. The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive mat ...Read More >
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Pakistan will play its share of matches in next year's inaugural blind women's T20 World Cup in either Nepal or Sri Lanka after a hybrid model for the event was finalised at the World Blind Cricket Council's (WBCC) Annual General Meeting in Multan. New Delhi, Dec 3 (PTI) Pakistan will play its share of matches in next year's inaugural blind women's T20 World Cup in either Nepal or Sri Lanka after a hybrid model for the event was finalised at the World Blind Cricket Council's (WBCC) Annual General Meeting in Multan. The development comes ...Read More >
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Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricket prodigy, becomes the youngest player signed for IPL, bought by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 1.10 crore. His achievement has sparked pride in his hometown, with family replaying a vital role in his journey. Vaibhav marks a new era for young talent in cricket. In a groundbreaking moment for Indian cricket, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made history by becoming the youngest player ever signed by the Indian Premier League (IPL). Acquired by the Rajasthan Royals for a staggering Rs 1.10 crore during the IPL 2025 auction, Vaibhav's remarkable achievement ...Read More >
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Allan Border expresses his disappointment over the team's inability to contain Virat Kohli during the first Test in Perth Melbourne: Expressing his disappointment over the team's inability to contain Virat Kohli during the first Test in Perth, former Australia captain Allan Border questioned the tactics of skipper Pat Cummins. Kohli, who had not scored a Test century in 18 months, roared back to form with an unbeaten 100 in the second innings as India secured a thumping 295-run victory over the hosts. "I was really disappointed in the way we let Kohli roll on to a hundred without much resist ...Read More >
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India’s star batter Virat Kohli, ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, reflected on his memorable century on Perth’s challenging pitch during the 2018/19 series, calling it his best knock in Australia. However, Kohli faces immense pressure this series, struggling with form after scoring just 488 runs in 2024 at an average of 20.33. Once a dominant force in Test cricket, his performance has dipped since 2020, raising questions about his place in the team. With the five-Test series kicking off in Perth on November 22, Kohli aims to rediscover his magic on Australian soil and silence his c ...Read More >
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Kiwi batter Kane Williamson helped New Zealand seat in the driver's seat of the first Test match against England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. Christchurch [New Zealand], November 28 (ANI): Kiwi batter Kane Williamson helped New Zealand seat in the driver's seat of the first Test match against England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. At Day 01 stumps, New Zealand stood at 319/8 with Glenn Phillips (41*) and Tim Southee (10*) unbeaten on the crease. Also Read | Pakistan vs Zimbabwe Live Score Updates of 3rd ODI 2 ...Read More >
The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more. The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive mat ...Read More >
New Delhi : Ahead of the second Test against Australia, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh recollected his memories of playing against Aussies and said the battle between the teams forced them to put in extra effort on the field. After the Ashes rivalry in red-ball cricket, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has gained much popularity among cricket fanatics with India not losing the series since 2016. "It was our job. We were playing to win against Australia. You get to know how good of a player you are when you play against a bigger team like Australia, and Australia was a very good team. They we ...Read More >
The much-delayed final schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was set to announced at the start of this week after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had agreed to the 'hybrid' model for the tournament. But PCB's new condition to agreeing to the proposal has put International Cricket Council (ICC) in a spot once again. The PCB have said that they will agree to the 'hybrid' model for the tournament if a similar model is implemented in all ICC tournaments hosted by India in the near future. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have categorically slammed the door on Pakistan over this ...Read More >
The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more. The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive mat ...Read More >
In a remarkable feat during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Gujarat's Urvil Patel smashed a 28-ball century, making him the fastest Indian to achieve the milestone and the second-fastest in T20 history. Patel’s explosive knock of 113* off 35 balls helped Gujarat chase down 156 in just 10.2 overs. His innings featured 7 boundaries and 12 sixes, including 24 runs off 5 balls against Tripura captain Mandeep Singh. This innings broke Rishabh Pant’s previous record of 32 balls for the fastest T20 century by an Indian. Patel's power hitting has certainly added a new chapter to T20 cricket history! ...Read More >
Chris Silverwood has been appointed as Essex's new Director of Cricket, completing a return to the Club with whom he won the 2017 County Championship title. Silverwood, 49, succeeds Anthony McGrath after seven years away, and will begin the role in mid-December. He previously spent eight seasons on the Eagles coaching staff, two of which were as Head Coach, before departing to become England Men's fast bowling coach after the 2017 title triumph. Silverwood was initially appointed as bowling coach at The Cloud County Ground in 2010, and six years later, oversaw promotion to Division One in h ...Read More >
Australia faces mounting pressure ahead of the second Test against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with concerns over Marnus Labuschagne's form. Labuschagne has scored just 123 runs in his last 10 Test innings, sparking calls for his exclusion. Former pacer Mitchell Johnson suggests dropping him for domestic cricket, while young talent Sam Konstas impresses with a century in a warmup match. However, ex-England captain Michael Vaughan advises stability, warning against lineup changes that could disrupt team cohesion. He believes the Day-Night Test in Adelaide offers Labuschagne a chance to ...Read More >
Indore, December 3 (IANS): Gujarat opener Urvil Patel on Tuesday smashed his second T20 century in just six days, in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Uttarakhand at the Emerald High School Ground. Patel blazed to a 36-ball hundred, leading Gujarat to a commanding eight-wicket victory in just 13.1 overs. Patel's century made him the first batter in T20 cricket history to notch up two hundreds in fewer than 40 balls. This milestone comes hot on the heels of his record-breaking 28-ball century last week against Tripura on the same ground. Chasing a target of 183, Patel unleashed a breathtaki ...Read More >
CABI chairman Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar slammed Pakistani media for falsely reporting that India lost hosting rights for the Women's T20 World Cup for Blind, set for November 2025. He clarified that India secured hosting rights last year and recent discussions confirmed plans for a hybrid model involving Nepal or Sri Lanka if Pakistan participates. The confusion arises amid India’s refusal to visit Pakistan for the ongoing Men’s T20 Blind World Cup, citing government clearance issues. Kivadasannavar warned against spreading misinformation, emphasizing that Pakistan’s participation hinges on ...Read More >
Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat in the second ODI against Pakistan in Bulawayo on November 26. Pakistan made two changes to their squad after losing the first match by 80 runs on the DLS method. Tayyab Tahir and leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed made their ODI debuts, replacing Haseebullah Khan and Mohammad Hasnain. Pakistan's key players, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Babar Azam, were rested as they tested bench strength ahead of next year's Champions Trophy. Zimbabwe, after their impressive win, retained their winning combination for the match. The third ODI will be held in Bulawayo on Thu ...Read More >
New Zealand's veteran fast bowler, Tim Southee, has announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 35-year-old cricketer will play his last match on home soil in Hamilton next month, which will be the third and final Test of England's tour of New Zealand. Meanwhile, the pacer has enjoyed operating against the Brits in whites. Here we decode his Test numbers against England. As per ESPNcricinfo, Southee has claimed 72 wickets across 19 Tests against the English side at a higher average of 34.81. The tally includes four fifers and a match 10-wicket haul. Richard Hadlee (97) is the only Kiwi bo ...Read More >
New Delhi: The IPL 2025 mega auction has concluded, with all teams finalizing their squads of at least 18 players. As is often the case, the RCB management finds itself under scrutiny for its player selections. Retaining only three players -- Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal -- RCB entered the auction with three RTM (Right to Match) cards but opted to use just one, securing Swapnil Singh. Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif expressed his thoughts on RCB's decision to let Will Jacks go to Mumbai Indians for ₹5.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. Kaif termed it a "massive miss" for RC ...Read More >
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Australia spinner Adam Zampa has received an apology from Cricket NSW after public criticism of his selection in a Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania. The controversy stemmed from claims that Cricket Australia (CA) pressured NSW to include Zampa over Tanveer Sangha, a claim CA denies, stating it only showed interest in Zampa for next year’s Sri Lanka tour. Despite the criticism, Zampa excelled in the match. NSW board director Stuart Clark criticized CA's alleged influence, sparking debate within the cricket community. Zampa remains focused on his long-form cricket ambitions, preparing for ...Read More >