Cricket

Hitman becomes fifth Indian to make 500 appearances

Indian batting bigwig Rohit Sharma becomes the fifth player from India to make his 500th international appearance in cricket as India takes on Australia in the first ODI match in Perth.

2025-10-19T03:42:46.854751+00:00 IST

1st ODI: Australia win toss, opts to bowl against India

The highly anticipated series opener against Australia at the Optus Stadium will mark the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in ODIs for the first time since lifting the Champions Trophy on March 9 in Dubai.

2025-10-19T03:21:35.907975+00:00 IST

"India's morale remains high despite consecutive losses": Deepti

India made a superb start to the Women's World Cup by collecting back-to-back victories over Sri Lanka and Pakistan, but defeats against South Africa and Australia have brought India back to the pack as the race for semi-final spots intensifies.

2025-10-19T02:22:56.387623+00:00 IST

No extra pressure to beat India at home, says Aaron Finch

Speaking ahead of the first ODI, JioStar expert Aaron Finch praised young fast bowler Bartlett, calling him one of the most promising talents in Australian cricket.

2025-10-18T19:33:39.740871+00:00 IST

"They'd be ready from game one": Finch on 'Ro-Ko's return

The first ODI of the three-match series against Australia will start at Perth from Sunday, marking the return of Rohit and Virat in Indian colours for the first time since the ICC Champions Trophy win back in March this year.

2025-10-18T18:25:47.338705+00:00 IST

Rohit and Virat have one motto to play in 2027 WC: Madan Lal

Madan Lal, a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, believes batting bigwigs Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have just one motto in front of them: to play in the 2027 World Cup.

2025-10-18T18:25:28.251146+00:00 IST

Zimbabwe replaces Afghanistan in T20I tri-series in Pakistan

On Saturday, Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced its withdrawal from the T20I tri-series following the death of three local cricketers, Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon, who were among eight people killed in the airstrike in the Urgun district, alleging that it was "carried out by the Pakistani regime".

2025-10-18T18:20:02.233990+00:00 IST

ACB seeks implementation of measures against "inhumane attack"

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) extended its gratitude to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for standing in solidarity over the killing of three domestic players in an airstrike in Afghanistan's southeastern Paktika province. The ACB urged the ICC to take "decisive" actions against those responsible for the "inhumane attack".

2025-10-18T18:14:36.280423+00:00 IST

Deepti says India "one good game away from bouncing back"

Ahead of her side's clash against England, Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma said that after two successive losses to South Africa and Australia, the team is just "one good game away from bouncing back stronger".

2025-10-18T17:57:15.649962+00:00 IST

Women's WC: Rain washes out NZ vs PAK match in Colombo

The 19th clash of the ongoing ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 between New Zealand Women and Pakistan Women was washed out due to rain, which was being played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Saturday. This was the fourth encounter of the competition, which was called off at the same venue.

2025-10-18T17:55:43.239893+00:00 IST

Madan Lal condoles killing of three Afghanistan cricketers

Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal has mourned the killing of three Afghanistan cricketers in "an attack carried out by the Pakistani regime" on Friday and said Afghanistan Board will decide on the course of action it wants to adopt on cricketing ties vis-a-vis its neighbour.

2025-10-18T17:53:14.943018+00:00 IST

Rishad Hossain registers best spell by Bangladesh spinner as hosts beat WI by 74 runs in 1st ODI

Defending a total of 208, Rishad dismantled the West Indies batting lineup with outstanding figures of 6 wickets for 35 runs in nine overs. This feat is behind only pacers Mashrafe Mortaza's 6/26 against Kenya (2006) and Rubel Hossain's 6/26 against New Zealand (2013) in Bangladesh's ODI history.

2025-10-18T17:45:10.536495+00:00 IST

Head's quest for 3000 ODI runs begins against India

In 76 ODIs, Travis Head has scored 2,942 runs in 73 innings at an average of 44.57. His highest score in the 50-over format is an unbeaten 154, and he has maintained a brisk strike rate of 106.05. The left-hander has registered seven centuries and 17 half-centuries, underscoring his consistency in the format.

2025-10-18T17:32:05.629059+00:00 IST

"Big shoes to fill": Skipper Gill on following legacy of 'Ro-Ko'

The first ODI of the three-match series will start on Sunday at Perth's Optus Stadium, with Shubman leading two veterans, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, among other star players in the team. Rohit and Virat, who are making their return to the team following the ICC Champions Trophy title win under the 'Hitman', will be playing under the youngster's captaincy and helping him to the best of their abilities tactically and in his overall evolution as a captain.

2025-10-18T17:24:56.617374+00:00 IST

Women's WC: Harmanpreet, Deepti eye major milestones against Eng

After starting the tournament with easy wins against Sri Lanka and arch-rivals Pakistan, the two-time finalists India will aim to overcome their recent slump, following losses to South Africa and Australia, when they take on England at Indore on Sunday. Winning this match would be crucial for fourth-placed India, as it could help them avoid their next two matches against New Zealand and Bangladesh from becoming knockout matches.

2025-10-18T17:06:57.513007+00:00 IST

Ranji Trophy: Shami makes statement with 7-fer in first round

Shami made a statement with a seven-wicket haul, including a four-wicket haul in the second innings for Bengal against Uttarakhand in a win, while skipper Patidar's knock continued to raise his stocks in domestic cricket as MP secured a draw against Punjab. Mulani's nine wickets, including a seven-fer in the second innings and a knock of 91 helped Mumbai to a 35-run win over Jammu and Kashmir.

2025-10-18T16:15:58.039102+00:00 IST

Hayden analyses India's squad ahead Australia ODI series

The ODI leg will see the return of India's bigwigs, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, to the international circuit. Hayden didn't shy away from praising "gold star" Virat for his remarkable "athletic ability" and the standards that he brings to the table.

2025-10-18T16:12:47.048904+00:00 IST

ICC, BCCI condoles the tragic loss of Afghan cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed its deep sorrow and condolences on the tragic loss of three young Afghan cricketers - Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, and Haroon - who lost their lives in the cowardly cross-border airstrikes in Paktika province.

2025-10-18T15:38:52.397623+00:00 IST

Bailey hails Labuschagne's hot streak in domestic cricket

Bailey lauded Labuschagne's "intent, movement and partnership-building" during his recent Sheffield Shield ton for Queensland against South Australia

2025-10-18T15:32:44.217965+00:00 IST

Chennaiyin FC appoint Clifford Miranda as head coach

Chennaiyin FC has appointed Clifford Miranda as their new head coach

2025-10-18T15:29:31.854109+00:00 IST

Indian Women’s Cricket Team for the Blind meets Sri Lankan PM

The Indian Women's Cricket Team for the Blind, along with key representatives from the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and the World Cup Organising Committee, on Saturday, met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya in Delhi.

2025-10-18T15:06:30.909157+00:00 IST