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Inglis century puts Australia in control as South Africa fight back

South Africa staged a strong fightback against Australia on Day 3 of the Cape Town Test after the visitors secured a 100-run first-innings lead. Despite Australia putting themselves in a commanding position with the bat, the hosts responded with some early resistance and finished the day at 140/4 in their second innings, taking a 40-run lead. With six wickets still in hand, South Africa will aim to build a bigger advantage on Day 4, while Australia will…

Oct 30, 2026

PAK vs SL, Tri-Series: Battle for momentum as both teams Set for crucial Lahore clash

Sri Lanka will look to continue their impressive form against Pakistan as the two sides prepare for another exciting ODI encounter in the tri-series in Lahore. Sri Lanka have already secured their place in the tournament final with a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Pakistan, while the hosts will be eager to bounce back after a disappointing batting performance. With the Lahore pitch expected to offer assistance to both pacers and spinners, the…

Oct 30, 2026

Muneeba Ali to captain Pakistan at Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy

Pakistan have named their squad for next month’s ICC women’s emerging nations trophy , with Muneeba Ali set to lead the side. The tournament will be played in Ajman, United Arab Emirates, from November 12 to 25. The 14-man squad features a lot of familiar faces, with the selectors retaining 12 members of the team that won a bronze medal at the recent Asian Games in Japan. Notably, Muneeba Ali has been handed captaincy duties because regular…

Oct 30, 2026

WBBL 2026: BH-W vs SS-W, Can Brisbane Heat Women beat Sydney Sixers Women in match 03?

Brisbane Heat Women will face Sydney Sixers Women in Match 3 of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026 on Friday, October 30, at Allan Border Field in Brisbane. Brisbane Heat endured a disappointing 2025 season, finishing at the bottom of the table without winning a match. They will aim to make a fresh start and begin the new campaign with a victory. Meanwhile, Sydney Sixers finished second in the group stage last season but lost to Perth Scorchers Women…

Oct 29, 2026

Learoyd and Voll star as Sydney Thunder begin WBBL season in style

Sydney Thunder kicked off their Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) campaign with a convincing six-wicket victory over Melbourne Renegades at Junction Oval on Thursday. Anika Learoyd starred with a career-best 48 off 37 balls, while Georgia Voll produced an impressive all-round performance to help Thunder secure the win with 18 balls to spare. Batting first, Melbourne Renegades managed 138/9 in their 20 overs. Opener Hayley Matthews led the scoring with an…

Oct 29, 2026

Sri Lanka retain winning XI against England in Tri-Series dead rubber

Sri Lanka have decided to retain their strongest playing XI for the tri-series clash against England in Lahore, despite already qualifying for Saturday's final alongside Pakistan. After winning the toss, captain Kusal Mendis elected to bowl first. England, meanwhile, have made one change, bringing in Sonny Baker for Jamie Overton, who is struggling with a minor quad injury. England have been eliminated after suffering three consecutive defeats. Kusal Mendis has now won…

Oct 29, 2026

“I definitely don’t want to rush it”: Jos Buttler prioritises full recovery

Jos Buttler has said that he will give himself enough time to recover from hamstring surgery and not rush into returning to international cricket, even if that means waiting until September 2027. The veteran cricketer confirmed that his participation in England’s ODI series against South Africa in January remains uncertain. Buttler suffered the injury during an ODI against Sri Lanka at Headingley last month, damaging his left hamstring while running between the wickets.

Oct 29, 2026

IND vs NZ, 4th T20I: India chase 4-0 glory as New Zealand fight to survive

India will take on New Zealand in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at Eden Park in Auckland. The visitors have already sealed the series with an unassailable 3-0 lead after delivering three consecutive victories. In the previous match, Abhishek Sharma stole the show with a blistering century, helping India secure a dominant win over the hosts. India's batting lineup has been in excellent form, while their bowlers have consistently kept New Zealand…

Oct 29, 2026

AFG vs ZIM 2nd T20I: Afghanistan eye series win after 37-run dominance, Zimbabwe aim to fight back

Afghanistan will take on Zimbabwe in the second T20I on 29 October 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah. Afghanistan secured a convincing 37-run victory in the opening match and will aim to continue their winning momentum, while Zimbabwe will look to bounce back and level the series. In the first T20I, Afghanistan posted 177 runs, with Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai smashing 52 off just 22 balls and Rashid Khan contributing a quickfire 30 off 10 deliveries.…

Oct 29, 2026

Marco Jansen, Abhishek Sharma rise to top in latest ICC rankings

South Africa’s Marco Jansen and India’s Abhishek Sharma have risen to the top of the latest ICC rankings, earning the No. 1 spots in Test bowling and all-rounder rankings and men’s T20I batting rankings, respectively. Jansen got to the top following a series of blazing performances against Australia in the ongoing Test assignment. Abhishek, on the other hand, returned to the top on the back of a sensational hundred against New Zealand. Jansen…

Oct 29, 2026

WPL 2027: Complete squads of all five teams following mini-auction

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 mini auction took place on Wednesday in Kochi, with all five franchises roping in a combined total of 25 players during the auction. Notably, seven spots were reserved for overseas players. The auction pool had 122 Indian players and 28 overseas players. Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux earned massively after UP Warriorz secured her for ₹1.1 crore, making her the most expensive player bought at this year's mini auction. She…

Oct 29, 2026

Labuschagne's career at a crossroads after duck in Cape Town test

Marnus Labuschagne's place in Australia's Test team has come under pressure after he was dismissed for a duck on the second day of the third and final Test against South Africa in Cape Town. Australia made a promising start, with Travis Head and Matt Renshaw adding 58 runs for the first wicket. However, South African spinner Simon Harmer dismissed Head for 41 before removing Labuschagne just five deliveries later. The Australian batter edged the ball to first slip without…

Oct 28, 2026