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PAK T20I tri-series: Energised Sri Lanka eye final spot as they face unbeaten Pakistan

Pakistan and Sri Lanka are gearing up to face each other in the 6th and final league encounter match on Thursday at Rawalpindi. Zimbabwe have already wrapped up their group-stage journey. What remains is the hardest part, which is waiting. They now sit in the waiting room. They’ve done all they can, and now fate is no longer in their hands. Their hopes hinge entirely on the performance of Sri Lanka, the very side they toppled earlier in…

Nov 27, 2025

"It's not every day you can come to India and walk away with a 2-0 series win": Temba Bavuma

Delivering an exceptional performance, South Africa raced to a 408-run win in the second Test against India to complete their first series win in India in 25 years on Wednesday. Simon Harmer produced a career-best 6 for 37 in the final innings and ended the match with a match haul of nine wickets to help South Africa sweep the series 2-0. The 408-run margin is now the largest defeat by runs the Indian Test team has…

Nov 26, 2025

"It is up to the BCCI to decide": Gautam Gambhir on his future after India's horror show against South Africa

South Africa beat India by a staggering 408 runs in the second and final Test at Barsapara Stadium on Wednesday, sealing a 2–0 series whitewash and handing India their heaviest-ever Test defeat on home soil. The reigning world Test champions set India a challenging target of 549 runs after declaring their second innings at 260/5. But India collapsed under pressure, being bundled out for just 140 runs in their final innings. Following…

Nov 26, 2025

IND vs SA, 2nd Test: South Africa crush India by 408 runs to seal 2–0 series sweep

India suffered a crushing 408-run defeat to South Africa in the second and final Test on day five in Guwahati on Wednesday, surrendering the series 0–2 in emphatic fashion. Chasing a mammoth target of 549 , India were bundled out for 140 runs as their batting lineup failed to perform against South Africa's strangling bowling attack. Resuming the day at 27 for 2, India needed a monumental effort to survive…

Nov 26, 2025

BAN vs IRE, 1st T20I: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI

Bangladesh and Ireland are set to face off in the first T20I of their three-match series on Thursday in Chattogram. With both sides carrying balanced squads, the opening game is expected to be incredibly competitive, setting the tone for the rest of the series. The hosts head into the T20Is with confidence after recently sweeping the Test series 2–0. They have selected a well-rounded T20 squad featuring a whole host of reliable performers. Litton Das…

Nov 26, 2025

Suryakumar Yadav sets his sights on history as India prepare for T20 World Cup title defence

As India gear up to defend their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup crown on home soil next year, all eyes are on skipper Suryakumar Yadav , who will lead team India at the marquee event. Yadav, whose rise in international cricket has been as dazzling as his strokeplay, is preparing for what could be the defining chapter of his cricketing journey. Having played a massive role in India’s victorious 2024 campaign, the explosive batter is…

Nov 26, 2025

Anil Kumble criticises Yashasvi Jaiswal’s shot selection following early dismissal in 2nd Test

Former India captain Anil Kumble expressed his disappointment over Yashasvi Jaiswal’s shot selection after the young opener fell cheaply on Day 4 of the ongoing second Test between India and South Africa in Guwahati. India, chasing an enormous target of 549 runs, ended Day 2 under huge pressure at 27 for 2, losing both openers before stumps. Jaiswal, who played a fearless knock in the first innings, lasted only a short…

Nov 26, 2025

"Shut the outside noise": Rohit Sharma's advice to India ahead of T20I World Cup 2026

In just three months, Suryakumar Yadav will lead defending champions India at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at home. This will be the most significant and demanding chapter of his leadership journey. Suryakumar has already created an admirable record as India’s T20I captain. He recently led India to the Asia Cup title victory that injected fresh confidence into the side. The anticipation surrounding India’s title defence was palpable at a special…

Nov 26, 2025

Rohit Sharma named tournament ambassador for 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup

The legendary Indian opener Rohit Sharma has been appointed the tournament ambassador for the upcoming 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup , which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The announcement comes on the back of India’s triumphant 2024 T20 World Cup campaign, where Rohit led the team to a historic title win. Under his captaincy, India won the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup after beating South Africa in the final, ending a long wait for an ICC…

Nov 25, 2025

IND vs SA, 2nd Test, day 4: India in deep trouble after frustrating start

India’s hopes of levelling the series suffered a major blow on Day 4 of the second Test against South Africa , as they endured a catastrophic start while chasing a monumental 549-run target at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. At stumps, India were reeling at 27/2, leaving South Africa in complete control of the proceedings. South Africa had earlier declared their second innings at 260/5d , setting India a challenging target on a surface that…

Nov 25, 2025

Hazlewood, Cummins target Ashes return, practice in nets

As Australia prepare for the second Ashes Test, Josh Hazlewood and Australian captain Pat Cummins have started bowling in the nets. The star fast-bowling pair are racing against time to work toward a return from injury ahead of the second game. Cummins was captured training at Cricket NSW headquarters in Sydney during the Blues’ Sheffield Shield clash with Tasmania on Tuesday. He was seen bowling with strong intensity. These positive signs in…

Nov 25, 2025

WBBL 2025: Rejuvenated Melbourne Stars host Hobart Hurricanes

Melbourne Stars Women are set to host Hobart Hurricanes Women in the 24th match of the ongoing Women's Big Bash League , scheduled to be held on Wednesday at Junction Oval in Melbourne. Melbourne Stars, buoyed by away wins over the Sixers and Heat, will be looking to secure their first win on home soil. Stars are currently perched third in the points table with three wins in five games. Notably, they lost one game, and their one match…

Nov 25, 2025