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"Not sure what I said": Steve Smith on confrontation with Jofra Archer

The closing moments of the Brisbane Test match delivered all the drama, with Steve Smith and Jofra Archer engaging in a heated exchange. Australia needed just 24 runs to seal the match when Smith walked to the crease, and the situation was quite comfortable for Australia. However, Archer had no intention of allowing an easy finish. Archer thundered in at 150 km/h, with his eyes fixed on the man who has become both his greatest challenge and favourite…

Dec 7, 2025

Gill set to return for South Africa T20Is, Gambhir confirms

India will receive a major boost at the top of the order as Shubman Gill is set to return to the Indian squad for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa, beginning Tuesday. Head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed Gill’s availability. Gill had been sidelined after suffering a neck injury last month during the Kolkata Test. The injury took place while he was batting, ruling him out of the remainder of the Test series and the subsequent ODIs. "Yes, Shubman is ready…

Dec 7, 2025

"I don't think I have played at this level for a good 2-3 years now": Virat Kohli

India’s recent 2–1 ODI series victory over South Africa was defined by several eye-catching performances, but none shone brighter than the brilliance of Virat Kohli . The Indian icon delivered masterclass performances, maintaining consistency. Over the course of three matches, Kohli amassed a staggering 302 runs, finishing as the series’ leading scorer and claiming the Player of the Series award. The series will also be remembered for his back-to-back…

Dec 7, 2025

Jaiswal, Rohit and Kohli lead the way as India decimate South Africa

India sealed a commanding 9-wicket victory over South Africa in the third and final ODI on Saturday in Visakhapatnam, securing the series 2–1. India delivered a clinical all-round performance, crowned by a maiden ODI century from young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal , who led the chase with remarkable intensity. Chasing a target of 271, India got off to a flying start as Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma stitched together a much-needed opening…

Dec 6, 2025

Quinton de Kock roars back to form, shatters many records

After a quiet start to the ODI series against India , Quinton de Kock roared back to form in the third and final ODI on Saturday in Visakhapatnam, blazing a scintillating 23rd ODI hundred, reaching the milestone in just 80 balls. Showing a clear intent to seize control, he tore into the Indian bowling attack with his destructive performance, slamming six towering sixes and eight crisp fours. This century was incredibly significant, as it was his…

Dec 6, 2025

Cummins eyes third-Test return, provides positive update

Having endured a frustrating spell on the sidelines due to a back injury, Australian skipper Pat Cummins is setting his sights on a return to action in the third Test in Adelaide. Cummins was sidelined for the first two Ashes Tests owing to a persistent back injury, which has held him back from playing for the past few months. Providing an update on his injury, Cummins expressed optimism with respect to his return in the third Test. “First of all, yeah, I should be…

Dec 6, 2025

India decide to bowl in series-decider against South Africa

India won the toss and elected to bowl in the third and final ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, setting the stage for a high-stakes series decider. The three-match series is currently locked at 1-1, and both sides enter the contest with everything to play for. India, looking to regain momentum after an inconsistent run, face significant pressure to deliver under home conditions. On the other hand, Temba Bavuma’s South Africa come…

Dec 6, 2025

Thunder almost end Stars’ finals hopes in rain-hit WBBL blow

The Melbourne Stars suffered a crucial defeat just before the playoffs as the Sydney Thunder, led by skipper Phoebe Litchfield, dismantled the Stars by nine wickets in a rain-affected finale at the Junction Oval, Melbourne. In the match, which was forced to be shortened to 10 overs per side due to persistent rain, Stars, batting first, managed only 66 for 6. In response, skipper Litchfield and rising star…

Dec 6, 2025

"We worked as hard as we could": Joe Root on dropped catches

Joe Root has defended England’s preparation methods after England squandered five opportunities on day two of the second Test at the Gabba—errors allowing Australia to seize control of the game. Four of those missed chances came in a chaotic final session under lights, during which the pink ball’s visibility proved problematic and Australia built a valuable 44-run lead with four wickets still in hand. One of the most damaging misses came early…

Dec 6, 2025

"We are doing all the practical prep stuff": Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate ahead of decider against South Africa in Visakhapatnam

As India brace for the do-or-die third ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, the narrative of the series so far has been shaped by the conditions dictating it. Locked at 1-1, the series has seen India fight not just a well-drilled South African side, but also the quirks of the environment, most notably, the toss and the ever-troublesome dew factor. Across both matches, India’s bad luck at the toss has forced them into the situations…

Dec 6, 2025

Fakhar Zaman fined for Code of Conduct breach

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been penalised 10 percent of his match fee after being found guilty of breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the Tri-Series final against Sri Lanka on 29 November. Zaman was found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during an international match.” The incident occurred in the 19th over of…

Dec 5, 2025

IND vs SA, 3rd ODI: India look to reassert dominance against nervy South Africa

India and South Africa are set for a pulsating finale as they both gear up for the third and final ODI, scheduled to be played on Saturday at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. With the series locked at 1-1 after two high-scoring showdowns, both sides will be hoping for decisive performances to clinch the series. India claimed an emphatic win in the opening ODI, and South Africa hit back in style to level the series.

Dec 5, 2025