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Tanveer Sangha added to Australia's T20I squad for India series, replaces Adam Zampa

Australia have drafted young spinner Tanveer Sangha into their squad for the upcoming T20I series against India , with senior spinner Adam Zampa unavailable for the start of the series due to personal reasons. Cricket Australia confirmed Sangha will join the Australia squad in Canberra ahead of Wednesday’s series opener against India. He has not played a T20I since 2023. However, he has played seven games, taking ten wickets at 24.90.…

Oct 27, 2025

"Good to be out of the pond": Virat Kohli

Two of India’s greatest modern-day legends scripted what may well be their final masterpiece on Australian soil. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli turned back the clock with an unbroken 168-run partnership that sealed a memorable victory for India in the third and final ODI match against Australia on Saturday in Sydney. The legendary duo guided India to a nine-wicket victory, chasing down a modest 236 with striking determination. Rohit scored 121no from 125…

Oct 26, 2025

Batting legends Rohit and Kohli fire India to a resounding win in Sydney

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli powered India to a resounding nine-wicket victory over Australia in the third and final ODI on Saturday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, helping the visitors avoid a series whitewash in style. Chasing a total of 236, Rohit Sharma led from the front with an unbeaten 121 off 125 balls, while Virat Kohli marked a stunning return to form with a composed 74 not out. The duo put on an…

Oct 25, 2025

BAN vs WI, 1st T20I: West Indies seek revival against dominant Bangladesh

West Indies and Bangladesh are gearing up to face each other in the first T20I of a three-match series on Monday in Chattogram. After an eventful ODI series that saw Bangladesh clinch victory 2–1, both teams will be eager to start the shortest format on a strong note. The recently concluded ODI series provided plenty of entertainment and drama. Bangladesh began with a dominant 74-run win in the opening game. West Indies bounced back…

Oct 25, 2025

Pakistan players cleared to participate in BBL 15: Reports

Pakistan’s top cricketers have reportedly been granted permission to take part in the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) season. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has approved the issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players contracted with BBL franchises, easing fears that they might miss out on the tournament due to an earlier suspension of overseas participation. Earlier, PCB had temporarily suspended NOCs for overseas T20 leagues following…

Oct 25, 2025

NZ vs ENG 1st ODI: All you need to know, head-to-head, playing XI

After a rain-hammered T20I series, New Zealand and England are set to face each other in the first ODI of the three-match series at Bay Oval on Sunday. Both sides will be eager to make a strong statement as the focus shifts to the ODI format. For England, this series marks a rare return to ODI action in New Zealand. The last time they visited New Zealand for ODIs was during the 2017–18 season, making this only their second ODI series in New Zealand…

Oct 25, 2025

Kyle Jamieson ruled out of England ODIs

New Zealand will have to make do without pace bowler Kyle Jamieson for their upcoming three-match ODI series against England , beginning on October 26. The tall fast bowler reported stiffness in his left side during a training session on Saturday, prompting the team management to withdraw him from the squad as a precautionary measure. According to New Zealand Cricket (NZC), Jamieson will return to Christchurch for further medical evaluation and…

Oct 25, 2025

Graeme Cremer makes comeback to Zimbabwe cricket following seven-year absence

Veteran Zimbabwe leg-spinner and former captain, Graeme Cremer , is set to make a remarkable international comeback after a seven-year absence. The 39-year-old has been named in Zimbabwe's 15-member T20I squad for a three-match series against Afghanistan , which begins on October 29, 2025. Cremer’s last T20I appearance came in a match against Afghanistan at Sharjah in 2018. Notably, he is the only change to the squad which remained undefeated…

Oct 25, 2025

AUS s IND, 3rd ODI: All eyes on Kohli as India gear up to avoid series whitewash

Australia and India are set to face each other in the third and final ODI match , scheduled to be held on Saturday at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Australia have already clinched the series 2–0, making this clash all about pride for India, who will be desperate to end the series on a positive note. Australia have looked a class apart so far, showing consistency across both matches. Their top and middle order have…

Oct 24, 2025

Maxwell returns, Mahli Beardman in line for international debut as Australia make host of changes

Glenn Maxwell is set to resume his international duties, making a comeback in the final three T20Is of the five-match series against India. Maxwell is returning from a wrist injury which he picked up during a net session ahead of the New Zealand series. At the same time, Australia have handed a golden opportunity to Mahli Beardman, who has been named in the T20 squad. He will join the side for the back end of the series against India and is in…

Oct 24, 2025

AUS vs IND 2nd ODI: Cooper Connolly's fighting knock guides Australia to thrilling win over India

An inspired batting performance helped Australia romp to a nervy two-wicket victory over India in the second ODI at the Adelaide Oval, taking an unassailable 2–0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing a competitive target of 265, the hosts were powered by brilliant knocks from Cooper Connolly and Matt Short , both of whom slammed eye-catching 61* and 74, respectively, to anchor the chase. Meanwhile, Australia's chase began…

Oct 23, 2025

PAK vs SA 2nd Test, day 4: Dominant South Africa beat Pakistan, level series 1-1

Making a resounding comeback, South Africa produced a staggering all-round performance to beat Pakistan by eight wickets in the second Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday, levelling the two-match series 1-1. Pursuing a modest target of (68) runs on the fourth day, the visitors cruised to victory with ease, with Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton firing (42) and (25*), respectively. Pakistan, who began the…

Oct 23, 2025