Cricket

Abhishek Sharma registers best-ever T20I Asia Cup by a batter

Abhishek notched his third successive fifty during the ongoing Asia Cup, scoring an eye-catchy 61 in 31 balls, with eight fours and two sixes. He struck at 196.77.

2025-09-26T16:06:38.897738+00:00 IST

Shardul Thakur to lead Mumbai in Ranji Trophy 2025-26

This will be Shardul's first tournament in charge of the Mumbai team. With Indian middle-order veteran Ajinkya Rahane having given up the Mumbai captaincy ahead of the season start, Thakur, who captained West Zone during the season-opening Duleep Trophy, where his side was eliminated in the semifinal, expressed being open to leading Mumbai.

2025-09-26T15:32:49.174723+00:00 IST

Part of game: India skipper Suryakumar on India's dropped catches

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav addressed India's chaotic catching display at the ongoing Asia Cup and classified it as a "part of the game".

2025-09-26T15:27:14.797314+00:00 IST

A look at positives from India A's historic chase against Aus A

KL's unbeaten 176*, scored at a good nick, alongside Sudharsan's century, were the biggest highlights of India's successful run-chase of 412 runs, despite being down for 194 in their first innings in response to Australia's gigantic 420 runs. Dhruv Jurel also got a quickfire half-century.

2025-09-26T15:16:49.885275+00:00 IST

Asia Cup Super Fours: Sri Lanka win toss opt to field vs India

Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and opted to field against India in the final Super Fours fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday.

2025-09-26T14:15:10.285182+00:00 IST

Rauf fined 30 per cent match fee for abusive language against IND

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined Pakistan tearaway Haris Rauf 30 per cent of the match fee for using "abusive language" while opening batter Sahibzada Farhan received a warning for his controversial celebration gesture during the Super Fours fixture against arch-rival India at the ongoing Asia Cup.

2025-09-26T14:12:19.576898+00:00 IST

"Leading India in World Cup special for me": Harmanpreet Kaur

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur expressed her excitement and determination ahead of the ICC ODI Women's World Cup 2025, saying that leading her country in the tournament is a special moment for her.

2025-09-26T12:59:18.230054+00:00 IST

BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla heaps praise on "brilliant" Rahul

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla lavished praise on "brilliant" KL Rahul for his flamboyant 176* that steered India A to a commanding five-wicket win over Australia A in the second unofficial Test in Lucknow.

2025-09-26T12:25:41.554876+00:00 IST

"Toughest World Cup we have ever been part of": Healy

Healy was speaking during the Captains' Day in Bengaluru ahead of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup opener between India and Sri Lanka in Guwahati. Aussies, the seven-time champions, will be gunning for their record-extending eighth title.

2025-09-26T12:09:38.402339+00:00 IST

"Cricketing observation from well-wisher, admirer": Kaif

Kaif clarified that his comments were merely a cricketing observation from a well-wisher and admirer, emphasising Bumrah's stature as India's biggest match-winner. Kaif responded calmly to Jasprit Bumrah's criticism, framing his comments as "a cricketing observation from a well-wisher and an admirer."

2025-09-26T11:55:51.992980+00:00 IST

Indian skipper Harmanpreet hopes to end fans wait for maiden WC

Harmanpreet was speaking to JioStar ahead of the start of her team's World Cup campaign against Sri Lanka from September 30 onwards at Guwahati. The two-time finalists from 2005 and 2017 will be aiming for their first-ever 50-over World Cup crown.

2025-09-26T11:24:36.319619+00:00 IST

Rahul, Sai propel India A to highest-ever run chase by an A side

KL Rahul's majestic unbeaten 176 and Sai Sudharsan's fine century guided India A to a five-wicket win over Australia A on Day 4 of the second four-day unofficial Test in Lucknow on Friday. It is the highest successful chase by an 'A' side in history. The record chase in Lucknow saw India A complete a series win by 1-0 after the first match ended in a draw.

2025-09-26T11:01:41.116195+00:00 IST

KL Rahul’s unbeaten 176 powers India A to victory

KL Rahul's majestic unbeaten 176 and Sai Sudharsan's fine century guided India A to a five-wicket win over Australia A on Day 4 of the second four-day unofficial Test in Lucknow on Friday.

2025-09-26T09:36:51.309781+00:00 IST

GMR Group in talks to relaunch Jamaica Tallawahs in CPL

The GMR Group, co-owner of the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, is reportedly in advanced talks to relaunch the Jamaica Tallawahs franchise in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).

2025-09-26T09:31:38.945006+00:00 IST

Shamar Joseph ruled out of India test series due to Injury

West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against India due to an injury, with uncapped pace-bowling all-rounder Johann Layne named as his replacement.

2025-09-26T07:43:19.453214+00:00 IST

Gary Stead returns to New Zealand Cricket mix

Just months after completing a seven-year reign as head coach of New Zealand's Men's team, Gary Stead is back in the Black Caps setup, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-26T05:58:27.449949+00:00 IST

Sourav Ganguly promises to work for betterment of cricket

"As the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal, I will work for the betterment of the game," Ganguly said.

2025-09-26T04:39:17.760223+00:00 IST

England,India A triumph in first Women’s CWC warm-up matches

England and India A were the only two victors on the first day of ICC Women's Cricket World Cup warm-up matches as rain interrupted play, as per a media release from the ICC.

2025-09-26T03:24:59.475769+00:00 IST

Meg Lanning picks her XI for Australia's Women’s World Cup opener

Australia legend Meg Lanning revealed her XI for Australia's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 opener, as per the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2025-09-26T02:50:44.702941+00:00 IST

“Just focus on cricket”: Pakistan Coach Mike Hesson

Speaking during the post-match presser, Hesson said, "My message is just focus on cricket. That is what we would be doing. Those things, you (the media) probably know more than I do. I deal with the cricket side. In terms of gestures, there has always been passion, has not there, during the high-pressure matches. Our focus would be just on playing a good game."

2025-09-26T00:14:55.339490+00:00 IST

Salman Agha praises team effort after win over Bangladesh

After clinical performances that propelled Pakistan into the final of the ongoing Asia Cup 2025, culminating in an 11-run victory over Bangladesh in their final Super Four clash on Thursday, Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha believed that winning such games proves they are a special team.

2025-09-26T00:08:56.244245+00:00 IST