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SA-W vs IRE-W, 2nd ODI: All you need to know, head-to-head, playing XI

South Africa Women and Ireland Women are set to face off in the second ODI of their three-match series on Tuesday, at St. George’s Park, Gqeberha. South Africa hold a 1–0 lead in the three-match series after a convincing win in the opening encounter. Meanwhile, Ireland would aim to level the series and force a decider in Johannesburg. In the first ODI, South Africa Women secured a commanding seven-wicket victory. Deciding to bat…

Dec 15, 2025

England name playing XI for third Ashes Test

England have shown faith in their struggling batting line-up as they unveiled their playing XI for the third Ashes Test, a must-win encounter set to begin in Adelaide on December 17. England, who are 0-2 down, have made just one change to the side. The sole change sees fast bowler Josh Tongue included in the XI for his first appearance of the series. Tongue replaces Gus Atkinson, who has been left out. Meanwhile, despite coming under scrutiny for his…

Dec 15, 2025

"Not out of form": Suryakumar Yadav addresses concerns around his performance

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has acknowledged his recent lack of big scores but remains confident that a return to form is only a matter of time. Following India’s comfortable seven-wicket victory over South Africa in the third T20I in Dharamshala, the dynamic batter touched upon his lean patch, stressing that the absence of runs should not be mistaken for a dip in form. "I've been batting beautifully in the nets. I'm trying everything that's in my control.…

Dec 15, 2025

"These two guys are going to win matches": Abhishek Sharma backs SKY and Gill ahead of T20 World Cup

India opener Abhishek Sharma has expressed strong confidence in Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill , insisting the duo will emerge as match-winners for India in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Lately both players have struggled to put out runs; however, Abhishek believes that class and experience will prevail when it matters most. Suryakumar and Gill have endured a lean patch in the ongoing T20I series against South Africa. Across the…

Dec 15, 2025

India demolish South Africa at Dharamshala to take 2–1 series lead

South Africa’s stunning swings in form continued as they followed up their dominant display in Mullanpur with a dismal outing at Dharamshala, slumping to a seven-wicket defeat against a motivated India in the third T20I on Sunday. Asked to bat, South Africa never got going, failing to settle against a formidable bowling attack. The visitors kept losing wickets regularly at one end, but captain Aiden Markram stood firm, producing…

Dec 14, 2025

India hope to turn the tables against resurgent South Africa

India and South Africa are set to lock horns in the third T20I of their five-match series on Sunday at the scenic Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. The series, which has already delivered a compelling narrative of dominance, is currently levelled at 1-1. India began the series in emphatic fashion, overpowering South Africa in the first game. The Proteas were bundled out for their lowest-ever T20I total. However, South Africa…

Dec 14, 2025

Hobart Hurricanes Women clinch first-ever WBBL title

The Hobart Hurricanes Women have claimed their first ever Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) championship, defeating the Perth Scorchers Women by eight wickets in the final at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Saturday. The Hurricanes, who topped the WBBL|11 ladder during the league stage to secure direct entry into the final, came out all guns blazing to seal the coveted title. Playing in front of a jubilant home crowd, the Hurricanes churned out a dominant…

Dec 13, 2025

"You are the team's captain": Former Indian cricketer highlights Suryakumar Yadav's poor form

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is currently facing intense scrutiny as his struggles with the bat continue in the shortest format of the game. Over the past few years, Suryakumar has been a key figure in India’s T20 plans; however, a prolonged dip in form has now raised serious questions about his performances and leadership responsibility. It has been 20 T20I innings since Suryakumar last registered a half-century, which is quite shocking for a player who was…

Dec 13, 2025

Ireland cricketer Sophie MacMahon retires from international retirement

Ireland women’s all-rounder Sophie MacMahon has announced her retirement from international cricket, bringing to a close an eight-year career representing her country. MacMahon, who debuted for Ireland in an ODI against England in 2017, ends her international career having played 45 matches across formats for Ireland. Over the years, she made valuable contributions with both bat and ball. MacMahon’s final appearance for Ireland came in a T20I against Zimbabwe in July 2025.

Dec 13, 2025

BBL15: All you need to know, teams, squads, players

The excitement is building as the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL) is set to kick off on Sunday, December 14. This year marks a historic moment for Australian cricket, with the BBL season opener scheduled just one day after the WBBL Final, the first time the two marquee events will run back-to-back. As has become tradition, the season will launch at the stunning Optus Stadium, where the Perth Scorchers will host long-time rivals, the Sydney Sixers. The clash…

Dec 13, 2025

Keshav Maharaj appointed captain of Pretoria Capitals

Ahead of SA20 Season 4, South African spin stalwart Keshav Maharaj has been unveiled as the new captain of the Pretoria Capitals , the franchise announced on Friday. Maharaj takes over the reins from Rilee Rossouw, who was released by the franchise prior to the player auction. Maharaj, having previously captained the Durban’s Super Giants in recent SA20 campaigns, carries huge experience. "Maharaj brings a wealth of international pedigree across…

Dec 12, 2025

"It wasn't a decision that I just woke up and had": Quinton de Kock opens up about his decision to reverse retirement

Quinton de Kock showed a breathtaking display of power-hitting to lead South Africa to a commanding 51-run victory over India in the second T20I on Thursday, leveling the five-match series at 1–1. The left-handed opener, who recently returned to South Africa's white-ball squads, hammered a dazzling 90 off just 46 balls, featuring five boundaries and seven sixes. Following his gritty knock, Quinton de Kock spoke about his decision to come out of…

Dec 12, 2025