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Alzarri Joseph ruled out of West Indies’ Test series against India

In a crushing blow to West Indies, fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has been ruled out of the upcoming two-match Test series against India , scheduled to begin this week. The decision comes after medical examinations revealed a lower‑back issue, which compelled the management to rule him out of the series. According to a statement by Cricket West Indies (CWI), Joseph complained of discomfort, prompting a scan that showed degeneration in the…

Sep 30, 2025

Glenn Maxwell ruled out of New Zealand T20Is

Australia’s preparations for the T20I series against New Zealand have taken a significant hit, with star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell ruled out after sustaining a fractured right wrist during a training session in Mount Maunganui. The injury occurred when Maxwell was struck by a powerful straight drive from Mitchell Owen while bowling in the nets. Following the injury, Maxwell has been sent home and will see a…

Sep 30, 2025

"Heart rate was at its peak": Sunil Gavaskar on India's nervy win against Pakistan in Asia Cup final

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by five wickets in the final of the Asia Cup on Sunday in Dubai to win the ninth Asia Cup title. Chasing a modest target of 147 under pressure, it was young Tilak Varma who rose to the occasion, crafting a match-winning, unbeaten 69 to steer India home with two balls to spare. India's chase began on a poor note, losing early wickets as Pakistan’s new-ball bowlers made full use of the…

Sep 29, 2025

Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 - All you need to know: teams, squads and a lot more

The Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 is set to kick off on September 30 , with hosts India taking on Sri Lanka in the tournament opener at Guwahati. This edition of the global event will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, bringing together eight top teams from around the world. For the first time, the Women’s World Cup will be co-hosted by two nations — India and Sri Lanka. Matches will be played across key…

Sep 29, 2025

"They're not disrespecting us": Pakistan captain Salman Agha criticises India

India claimed a hard-fought victory against Pakistan in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday in Dubai, concluding their campaign unbeaten. However, tensions off the field overshadowed India's big win. The post‑match presentation was mired in controversy, with India refusing to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, who is the president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and also serves as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Sep 29, 2025

Litton Das out of Afghanistan T20Is, Jaker Ali to lead

Bangladesh have named their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan , with Litton Das set to miss the series due to a grade 1 strain on the left abdominal muscle suffered during the Asia Cup. Following Litton's absence, Jaker Ali will lead the side. Bangladesh have brought in Soumya Sarkar , who is the only addition to the Bangladesh squad that participated in the Asia Cup.…

Sep 29, 2025

"This is one thing which I have never seen": Suryakumar Yadav after India don't receive Asia Cup Trophy

India annihilated Pakistan by five wickets in a nerve-wracking final to retain the Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, with Tilak Varma playing a key role with his unbeaten 69. It was the third meeting between the bitter rivals at the tournament, and India's victory earned them a ninth title. Meanwhile, after India's victory, what should have been a moment of celebration turned into a tense…

Sep 29, 2025

Tilak's heroic knock lifts India to Asia Cup title

India have dealt rivals Pakistan a third blow at the Asia Cup 2025 after successfully chasing 146 and registering a five-wicket win in the final of the tournament on Sunday in Dubai to win the Asia Cup title. With this win, India not only retained their Asia Cup crown but also handed Pakistan their third defeat in the tournament. Put into bat, Pakistan got off to a flying start thanks to openers Sahibzada Farhan…

Sep 28, 2025

India elect to bowl in high-stakes Asia Cup Final against Pakistan

India have won the toss and decided to bowl first in the much-anticipated final of the Asia Cup 2025 against arch-rivals Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium. With both teams vying for the continental title, the stage is set for a blockbuster showdown. Notably, India and Pakistan are facing each other in a final for the first time in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup. India come into the final…

Sep 28, 2025

Asia Cup 2025 Final: Amid lingering tensions India aim to retain the Asia Cup title as Pakistan gun for revenge

The stage is set for the Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan , to be held on Sunday in Dubai. The stakes are at an all-time high, as this final isn't just about who lifts the trophy—it's about pride, dominance, and a legacy. India and Pakistan, who share a complex and strained relationship, only meet in world tournaments, and their cricketing duels are charged with the kind of emotion and intensity that few other sporting events can match. When these two teams…

Sep 28, 2025

Nepal beat West Indies in 1st T20I, claim historic win

In a historic achievement, Nepal stunned West Indies by 19 runs in the first T20I at Sharjah on Saturday, clinching their first-ever win over a Full Member in any format. Put into bat, Nepal posted a competitive total of 148/8 in 20 overs. Despite getting a shaky start, Nepal fought hard to bounce back in the game and put out a modest total. Suffering early hiccups, they lost both openers, Kushal Bhurtel and Aasif Sheikh, for (6) and (3), respectively.

Sep 28, 2025

Salman Agha backs team’s aggression ahead of high-pressure Asia Cup final against India

As the excitement builds up to the much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 final between arch-rivals Pakistan and India on Sunday in Dubai, Pakistan captain Salman Agha has voiced strong support for his players, encouraging them to assert themselves on the field while urging them to avoid crossing disciplinary lines. His comments come in the wake of recent tensions between the two teams following their fiery Super Four encounter…

Sep 28, 2025