Cricket

KL Rahul strikes 8th ODI ton, balances accumulation, finishing

KL entered the crease when India was three down for 115 and soon witnessed Virat Kohli's stump removed for 23. However, KL carried on for almost 30 overs, scoring a brilliant 112* in 92 balls, with 12 fours and a six at a strike rate of 121.74.

2026-01-14T12:33:01.964508+00:00 IST

Virat becomes India's highest run-getter against NZ in ODIs

During Rajkot ODI, fans were hoping that the newly crowned world number one batter would produce eighth successive fifty-plus score in List-A cricket, but he fell for a 29-ball 23 to Kristian Clarke, which had two fours.

2026-01-14T12:14:49.978461+00:00 IST

2nd ODI: Rahul's brilliant century guides IND to 284/7 vs NZ

A fantastic unbeaten century from star wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has helped India to post 284/7 in 50 overs on the board against New Zealand in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Wednesday.

2026-01-14T12:06:03.937800+00:00 IST

VHT: Rohit, Virat earn praise from Mumbai, Delhi teammates

Mumbai and Delhi's domestic players heaped praises on India legends Rohit Sharna and Virat Kohli, who recently featured in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26 matches.

2026-01-14T11:28:43.491336+00:00 IST

Shubman Gill continues fine run against New Zealand at Rajkot

During the second ODI at Rajkot, Shubman followed his 71-ball 56 with a 53-ball 56, laced with nine fours and a six. His strike rate was 105.66.

2026-01-14T10:30:51.377312+00:00 IST

PCB announces schedule for three-match T20I series against Aus

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the schedule for Australia's T20I tour of Pakistan later this month.

2026-01-14T09:14:01.754738+00:00 IST

Virat Kohli reclaims No. 1 spot in ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings

Star India batter Virat Kohli has reclaimed his No. 1 spot in the ICC Men's Rankings after his 93-run knock in the India vs New Zealand three-match ODI series opener at Vadodara on Sunday.

2026-01-14T08:42:46.969522+00:00 IST

Saba Karim praises Harmanpreet Kaur’s masterclass innings

Mumbai Indians clinched a thrilling victory against Gujarat Giants in a high-intensity contest on Tuesday night in WPL 2026. She slammed a brilliant 71 runs off just 43 balls.

2026-01-14T08:09:15.474822+00:00 IST

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI: New Zealand win toss, opt to bowl first agains

New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell won the toss and elected to bowl first against Shubman Gill-led Team India in the second match of the three-match ODI series, at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Khandheri, Rajkot.

2026-01-14T07:43:04.672649+00:00 IST

Pakistan unveils white-ball squad for South Africa tour

The white-ball series included three T20Is and three ODIs. The series begins on February 10 with the shortest format of the game in Potchefstroom, while the 50-over series will start on 22 February.

2026-01-14T06:57:17.993927+00:00 IST

Josh Hazlewood speaks on his rehab

Australia's speedster Josh Hazlewood spoke about his rehab progress, saying everything's on track after taking extra weeks off after the Test matches.

2026-01-14T06:31:28.109118+00:00 IST

IDCA inaugurates 3rd T10 Women’s Deaf Premier League in Mumbai

The third edition of the IDCA T10 Women's Deaf Premier League 2026 kicked off at Matunga Gymkhana, Mumbai, with a grand opening ceremony. The tournament was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Padmashri Diana Edulji, former Indian cricketer and Arjuna Awardee, marking a significant milestone for the league with the presence of one of India's most celebrated pioneers of women's cricket.

2026-01-14T05:26:46.124290+00:00 IST

Cape squares off against Kings for crucial clash ahead of playoff

The top position on the SA20 log will be up for grabs when Sunrisers Eastern Cape meet Joburg Super Kings in Match 24 at St George's Park on Wednesday.

2026-01-14T05:06:26.390800+00:00 IST

Raza seals dramatic last-ball victory for Royals against Giants

Sikandar Raza climbed deeper into the hearts of the Paarl Royals faithful when the Zimbabwean international struck a six off the final ball to clinch a six-wicket victory at Boland Park on Tuesday evening.

2026-01-14T03:49:08.634985+00:00 IST

Harmanpreet Kaur smashes her way into WPL history

Harmanpreet Kaur achieved this feat against Gujarat Giants (GG) in the ongoing WPL fixture on Tuesday in Navi Mumbai. She slammed a brilliant 71 runs off just 43 balls.

2026-01-14T02:57:13.711394+00:00 IST

WPL: GG skipper Gardner laments dropped catches after loss

A ruthless Harmanpreet Kaur, with partnerships alongside Amanjot Kaur and Nicola Carey, led MI to their second-successive WPL win after the loss to RCB in their campaign opener, pushing them to the second spot in the table. However, Harmanpreet's brilliant 71* did not come without her chances as her catches with dropped by GG's fielders.

2026-01-13T19:04:46.229067+00:00 IST

"For me, every match is important": Kaur after winning POTM award

After playing the match-winning knock against the Gujarat Giants in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur said that every match for her is essential.

2026-01-13T19:03:13.231935+00:00 IST

Stuart Broad denies "drinking culture" in England team

England lost the Ashes Down Under by 4-1, snapping their 18-match winless streak in Australia at Melbourne, Joe Root's two centuries, which broke his Test ton duck in Australia and the rise of Jacob Bethell towards the back end of the series being the key positives. However, after the Ashes were lost during the Adelaide Test, a few clips of opener Ben Duckett seemingly drunk and Jacob Bethell partying went viral on social media, which seemed to be coming from their trip to Noosa after the loss at Brisbane in the second Test. The pictures did not go down well with several English fans, and players were trolled for their off-field indulgences.

2026-01-13T19:02:31.143558+00:00 IST

Kohli converts starts, reason he's ahead of Rohit in ODI: Kaif

The former cricketer Mohammad Kaif's comments came ahead of the second ODI between India and New Zealand on Wednesday.

2026-01-13T18:47:10.733856+00:00 IST

WPL: Harmanpreet masterclass powers MI to 7-wicket win over GG

Harmanpreet brought up her 10th fifty-plus score in Women's Premier League (WPL) history, outdoing MI's Nat-Sciver Brunt and UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning (nine each). She also became the second player, after Nat Sciver, to complete 1,000 WPL runs, with 1,016 runs in 30 matches and 29 innings at an average of 46.18 and a strike rate of 146.18, with 10 fifties.

2026-01-13T18:38:52.191851+00:00 IST

HIL: Shrachi Bengal Tigers beat Tamil Nadu Dragons

This was an important win for the Tigers, who were placed 7th in the pool table before this match started, but jumped up to fourth place with this win - keeping their hopes alive in the league, as per a Hockey India press release.

2026-01-13T17:11:17.115439+00:00 IST