Cricket

Asia Cup: Tempers flare in Dubai; Gill goes after Shaheen

Young swashbuckler Abhishker Sharma and Pakistan tearaway Haris Rauf engaged in a heated altercation moments after the number one T20I batter shattered Evin Lewis' record for taking the fewest balls to hammer 50 T20I sixes during the Super Fours clash at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-21T17:45:12.616509+00:00 IST

Pandya becomes 2nd-highest wicket-taker for India in T20Is

Stylish all-rounder Hardik Pandya zoomed past seasoned spinner Yuzvendra Chahal to become the second-highest wicket-taker for India in T20Is after his impactful opening over spell against arch-rival Pakistan during the Super Fours clash at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-21T17:23:08.481477+00:00 IST

"Came back with 1 million followers": Mandhana on 2017 WC impact

Smriti was speaking in a video posted by her Women's Premier League (WPL) franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

2025-09-21T17:12:05.998932+00:00 IST

Asia Cup: India rues fielding woes as Pakistan hammers 171/5

Four dropped catches and a couple of errors in the field summed up India's bizarre effort in the field. Pakistan cashed in on India's blunders and blazed its way to 171/5, the highest total against India while batting first in T20Is. In the last three overs, Pakistan garnered 42 runs to set up a mouth-watering chase.

2025-09-21T16:49:31.365932+00:00 IST

Abrahams praises Proteas’ batting focus ahead of CWC25

With the third ODI set to take place on Tuesday, the Proteas have the series in hand by 2-0. Those results were powered by outstanding batting displays, including centuries from Tazmin Brits (twice), skipper Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp.

2025-09-21T15:22:39.009643+00:00 IST

Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Agha avoid shaking hands

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha once again refrained from engaging in the customary tradition of shaking hands before the toss in the Super Fours clash at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.

2025-09-21T14:24:28.530479+00:00 IST

Asia Cup: India win toss, elect to field first against Pakistan

Team India's Super Four opener against Pakistan is live in Dubai. This is the second clash in the ongoing Asia Cup between the two nations, with India winning the first game by seven wickets. With so much having happened off the field following the 'handshake row' that took place after the match, this match has the makings of an intense battle. India would be aiming to re-assert their dominance against Pakistan and their opponents will be aiming to spring up a few surprises.

2025-09-21T14:15:33.448694+00:00 IST

India U-19 trounce Australia U-19 in 1st Youth ODI

India U-19 cruised to a landslide seven-wicket victory over Australia U-19 with consummate ease in the first youth ODI, courtesy of Abhigyan Kundu's unbeaten 87 in Brisbane on Sunday.

2025-09-21T13:57:40.496969+00:00 IST

KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma train at BCCI's CoE in Bengaluru

Team India's official social media posted a video of KL and Rohit sweating it out in the gym and pulling off some elegant shots off their bat during the nets session.

2025-09-21T12:30:33.818692+00:00 IST

"If India bats first..": Virat's childhood coach on IND-PAK match

After the first group stage clash which India won by seven wickets in a one-sided manner, the two arch-rivals will be gearing up for this high-profile clash in Dubai that could play a massive role in deciding their role to the final. A lot of happened off the field due to the 'handshake row' between both sides after Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube walked off the field without shaking hands with Pakistan during their group stage clash. India would be aiming to re-assert their dominance over Pakistan, just like it has over the years, while the Men in Green would be aiming to use all the off-the-field controversies as a fuel and perhaps spring up a surprise or two.

2025-09-21T12:16:24.051460+00:00 IST

ILT20 season 4 gears up for first-ever Player Auction on Oct 1

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates and Sharjah Warriorz to complete their squads at landmark auction

2025-09-21T12:09:56.952333+00:00 IST

"My colleagues have reposed their confidence in me": Saikia

Saikia was speaking to the media at BCCI headquarters ahead of the board's elections, which will take place on September 28, the day of the board's Annual General Meeting.

2025-09-21T11:11:45.858326+00:00 IST

Pak coach, captain formulate plan to counter India's spin threat

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and white-ball head coach Mike Hesson have devised a plan to counter the spin threat posed by arch-rival India in their Super Fours fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday, according to Geo News.

2025-09-21T11:01:08.672511+00:00 IST

BCCI VP Shukla confirms filing nomination for board's elections

Shukla was speaking to the media at the headquarters of the BCCI.

2025-09-21T10:27:40.293355+00:00 IST

"India will win the match": BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla ahead of Pakistan clash

This is the second clash between these two nations following the Pahalgam terror attack in April and the consequent launching of Operation Sindoor by the Indian Armed Forces against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism in May.

2025-09-21T10:01:04.862760+00:00 IST

Mithun Manhas set to take charge as next BCCI president

Former Delhi captain Mithun Manhas is set to become the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). With the deadline for filing nominations for board positions closing on Sunday, Manhas' name has emerged as the only one for the top post, which has remained vacant since Roger Binny stepped down in August, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-21T09:41:09.807270+00:00 IST

Guyana Amazon Warriors Face Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL final

The stage is set for a blockbuster final in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) as Guyana Amazon Warriors lock horns with Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) on Sunday at Providence. With two old rivals meeting again, the build-up has been charged with excitement among both players and supporters. Coaches Lance Klusener and Ottis Gibson believe that keeping emotions under control will be crucial in deciding the champion, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-09-21T09:05:34.124752+00:00 IST

Beth Mooney predicts special outing for Australia in World Cup

Australian opener Beth Mooney believes that there is no limit to what their team can achieve in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 with a fully fit squad, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-21T08:23:29.214059+00:00 IST

Reddy congratulates Smriti after fastest ton by an Indian in ODIs

Congratulating the star batter, YSRCP chief Jagan Reddy said on X, "Heartiest congratulations to Smriti Mandhana for setting the fastest century record in ODI cricket by any Indian in just 50 balls!"

2025-09-21T08:00:30.262058+00:00 IST

"Willingness to win, learn and grow": Smriti Mandhana

India's star batter Smriti Mandhana lauded the spirit and character of the Indian women's cricket team after their valiant chase against Australia in the third ODI.

2025-09-21T07:30:22.826855+00:00 IST

"You have to play these matches…": Kiran More on IND-PAK Super 4

"...Several people have criticised India vs Pakistan matches. Had this been a bilateral series between India and Pakistan, then there would have been an issue. But this is Asia Cup... You have to play these matches. So, the decision taken by the Govt. is correct," More said.

2025-09-21T07:26:01.239132+00:00 IST