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IND vs NZ, 3rd T20I: India look to wrap up series as New Zealand hope to halt juggernaut

India and New Zealand are once again gearing up to face each other in the third T20I of the five-match series to be played at the ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati, on Sunday. India march into the third T20I riding a wave of confidence after storming to a 2–0 advantage. Suryakumar Yadav’s men will be keen to shut the door on New Zealand to clinch a 2-0 series win. In the second game, chasing a target of 208, India completed the…

Jan 24, 2026

BBL|15 Final: Tournament giants Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers gear up for blockbuster clash

The stage is set for a blockbuster showdown with Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers preparing to meet in the BBL|15 Final on Sunday in Perth. Both sides have been the most successful teams in the tournament’s history and will have everything to play for in the final. The Scorchers head into the final riding a wave of confidence after rediscovering their form at the business end of the season. A four-match winning streak has helped them seal their spot…

Jan 24, 2026

"I was focusing more on what I had to do today": Ishan Kishan on his blistering performance

India’s preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup have received a timely boost with wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan delivering a statement performance in the second T20I against New Zealand. After a disappointing start to the series, the left-hander roared back into form with a blistering 76 off 32 balls, repaying the faith selectors have shown in him. Kishan’s inclusion ahead of Shubman Gill had been a topic of discussion; moreover, his failure…

Jan 24, 2026

"I don't know what Ishan had in the afternoon for lunch": Suryakumar Yadav lauds Kishan's audacious knock

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav has lauded the audacity with which Ishan Kishan led India's chase in the second T20I match against New Zealand in Raipur on Friday. At 6 for 2 while chasing a daunting 209, India briefly stared into the abyss with the early dismissal of openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma. however, a breathtaking counterattack from Kishan put the pressure back on New Zealand. From the moment he walked in, Kishan adopted…

Jan 24, 2026

IND vs NZ, 2nd T20I: Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan shine as India storm past New Zealand to clinch seven-wicket win

India continued their dominant run in the T20 series against New Zealand with a commanding seven-wicket victory in the second match at Raipur on Friday, taking a 2–0 lead in the five-match series. Put in to bat, New Zealand exploded out of the blocks following a dazzling effort from Rachin Ravindra. The left-hander wasted no time in taking on the Indian attack, smashing 44 from 26 deliveries. Handy contributions from the rest of the top order made a…

Jan 23, 2026

Pakistan name squad for Australia T20Is, Babar makes comeback

Pakistan have named a strong 16-player squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Australia, with Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi being included in the squad. The series is massive important for Pakistan in fine-tuning their preparations and combinations ahead of the T20I World Cup 2026. Shaheen Afridi is also back n the squad. He was recently sidelined during last month’s Big Bash League with a knee ligament injury. His presence will…

Jan 23, 2026

Ellis ruled out for the remainder of the BBL15 season

Hobart Hurricanes’ quest for back-to-back Big Bash League titles has taken a big blow with captain Nathan Ellis ruled out for the remainder of the finals due to a hamstring injury. Ellis will miss Friday night’s Challenger clash against the Sydney Sixers at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The winner of that contest will advance to Sunday’s BBL final against the Perth Scorchers at Optus Stadium, but Hobart will take the field without their skipper.

Jan 23, 2026

David Warner commits to Big Bash future with Sydney Thunder, signs one-year extension

David Warner has locked in another season with Sydney Thunder , signing a one-year extension that will see him continue playing past his 40th birthday. The left-hander was in supreme touch this season, finishing the BBL|15 season as the tournament’s leading run-scorer, piling up 433 runs at a staggering average of 86.60. Far from winding down, Warner has looked as sharp and destructive as ever at the top of the order. His season was highlighted…

Jan 23, 2026

Massive injury blow for South Africa as De Zorzi and Ferreira ruled out of T20 World Cup

Ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa have been dealt a crushing blow after their two key batters, Tony de Zorzi and Donovan Ferreira, were confirmed as unavailable for both the World Cup and the preceding three-match T20I series against the West Indies. Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed on Thursday that de Zorzi and Ferreira have been ruled out due to injury setbacks, triggering last-minute changes to the Proteas’ squad.

Jan 22, 2026

IND vs NZ, 2nd T20I: Focus on Samson and Ishan Kishan as India take on New Zealand

India and New Zealand are set to lock horns in the second T20I of their ongoing five-match series on Friday in Raipur, with India holding a 1-0 lead. India moved ahead in the series after a commanding 48-run victory in the opening encounter, marking a positive start in their preparation for the upcoming T20I World Cup. Meanwhile, the first T20I belonged largely to Abhishek Sharma , who produced a sensational knock of 84 runs, lighting…

Jan 22, 2026

Babar Azam recalled by Pakistan, set to miss Sydney Sixers’ BBL Challenger

Sydney Sixers have been dealt a major blow ahead of Friday’s do-or-die BBL|15 Challenger, with Pakistan star Babar Azam set to depart Australia after being recalled by his national side. In light of the latest development, Babar will be unavailable for the remainder of the Sixers’ finals campaign. Babar’s recall comes as Pakistan are in the final phase of their preparations for their upcoming T20 series against Australia, scheduled to begin next week in…

Jan 22, 2026

SA20, 2025-26 Eliminator: Paarl Royals and Super Kings fight to stay alive

In the SA20 Eliminator, scheduled to be held at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on Thursday, Paarl Royals and Joburg Super Kings will be facing each other. The Paarl Royals’ campaign has been all about recovery and missed opportunity. After suffering a crushing 137-run defeat in their opening match, they responded impressively, finding consistency at the right time to maintain a strong position in the tournament. For a long stretch…

Jan 22, 2026