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Captain Marsh stars as Australia beat India in rain-hit first ODI in Perth

Australia completely outplayed India in a rain-marred opening ODI at Optus Stadium on Sunday, claiming a comfortable seven-wicket victory to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The match was disrupted by four separate rain interruptions, leading the match officials to reduce it to 26 overs per side. Meanwhile, India, after being put into bat, could only manage 136/9 in 20 overs. Amidst rain interruptions, a revised target due to the DLS saw Australia…

Oct 19, 2025

Zimbabwe replace Afghanistan in Pakistan's upcoming T20I tri-series

Zimbabwe have been named as the replacement for Afghanistan in Pakistan's upcoming T20I tri-series at home. The series, set to take place from November 17 to 29, will be played across Lahore and Rawalpindi. Sri Lanka will also be participating in the tournament, making it a three-nation affair. The change comes following an official withdrawal by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in the wake of a tragic incident that recently…

Oct 19, 2025

AUS vs IND, 1st ODI: Shubman Gill set to begin ODI captaincy stint as Rohit and Kohli return to boost India

Australia and India are set to renew their cricketing rivalry on Sunday in Perth as the first ODI of a three-match series gets underway. Australia, who have been historically dominant on their home soil, will look to maintain their stronghold, while India, buoyed by a strong squad, will hope to halt Australia's winning momentum. Australia's record at home has been formidable in recent years. The last time India managed to clinch an ODI series on…

Oct 18, 2025

"These are the kind of players I used to idolise when I was growing up": Shubman Gill on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of 1st ODI vs Australia

As India prepare to face Australia in a much-anticipated three-match ODI series, a new chapter in Indian cricket is set to unfold with Shubman Gill set to step into the role of captain for the first time in an ODI. He will be leading a squad that includes two of India's most celebrated cricketers – Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli . Shubman Gill recently succeeded Rohit Sharma as India's ODI…

Oct 18, 2025

"He's doing well as a captain": Axar Patel lauds Shubman Gill ahead of 1st ODI vs Australia

Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has expressed strong confidence in Shubman Gill’s ability to replicate his red-ball captaincy success as he prepares to lead India in his first ODI series as skipper. India are set to face Australia in the first ODI of the three-match series on Sunday in Perth. Gill, who made an impressive captaincy debut in the longer format earlier this year, now finds himself at the helm of India's white-ball side after recently being named…

Oct 18, 2025

"In two years' time, we don't know what the situation...": Ajit Agarkar on Rohit, Kohli for 2027 ODI World Cup

Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar , weighing in on whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, said it's too early to make any definitive calls about the 2027 World Cup. India are set to play a three-match ODI series against Australia, beginning October 19 in Perth, and Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are part of the squad. Meanwhile, Agarkar made clear that neither Rohit nor Kohli would be on trial during…

Oct 18, 2025

BAN vs WI, ODIs: Wounded Bangladesh and West Indies set to lock horns in first ODI

Bangladesh and West Indies are preparing to square off in the opening match of a three-game ODI series, set to be played on Saturday at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka. For both teams, this is a chance to make statements after recent disappointments. Bangladesh, still reeling from a humiliating 3-0 whitewash at the hands of Afghanistan, are desperate to find their footing. That series highlighted glaring issues in Bangladesh’s batting…

Oct 18, 2025

New Zealand ready to host in-form England in first T20I

New Zealand are gearing up to host England in the first T20I of a highly anticipated three-match series. The first T20I, scheduled to be played at Hagley Oval on Saturday, is set to be incredibly thrilling with both sides bringing firepower and form into the shortest format of the game. England arrive on New Zealand shores in buoyant form. Having suffered just one series defeat in their last seven bilateral T20I engagements, the visitors carry a winning…

Oct 17, 2025

Australia hit with injury setback as Cameron Green ruled out of ODI series against India

Australia have been dealt a fresh injury setback, with all-rounder Cameron Green ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against India. The 26-year-old has been sidelined due to low-grade soreness in his side, raising concerns for his availability in the highly anticipated Ashes. In Green’s absence in-form batter Marnus Labuschagne has been called up as his replacement. The middle-order batter is set to join the national squad in Perth ahead of the…

Oct 17, 2025

"This could be Rohit and Virat's last trip Down Under": Former Australian cricketer Shane Watson

India's upcoming ODI series against Australia marks a significant occasion as Indian veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the national side for the first time since their last appearance at the Champions Trophy. Their return is eagerly anticipated, not just for what they bring to the table but also because of the value the duo add to the Indian contingent. Over the years, the legendary cricketers have been the pillar of the…

Oct 16, 2025

"They were not asked to retire": Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's retirement from Tests

As India gear up to take on Australia in the upcoming three-match ODI series starting October 19, the spotlight will undoubtedly fall on two of India's most iconic figures, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma , who are returning to the national side for the first time since the Champions Trophy held earlier this year. The Indian squad travelling to Australia will be led by Shubman Gill, who continues to cement his…

Oct 16, 2025

Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants as strategic advisor

New Zealand's batting mainstay Kane Williamson has joined Lucknow Super Giants ahead of IPL 2026 as a strategic advisor, the team's owner Sanjiv Goenka confirmed on social media on Thursday morning. "Kane has been a part of the Super Giants family and it’s an absolute delight to welcome him in his new role. His leadership, strategic insight, deep understanding of the game, and ability to inspire players make him an invaluable addition to the team,"…

Oct 16, 2025