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AUS vs SA, 2nd ODI: Aussies out to turn tables on assertive Proteas

Australia and South Africa are set to face off in the second One Day International (ODI) on Friday in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter. With South Africa emerging victorious in the opening match, the Proteas have taken a 1-0 lead in the series and will look to carry that momentum into the second ODI in Mackay as they aim for a series-clinching victory. The visitors delivered a commanding performance in the first ODI, showcasing discipline…

Aug 20, 2025

England to tour Sri Lanka for white-ball assignment ahead of T20 World Cup

England are set to travel to Sri Lanka for a white-ball series ahead of the T20I World Cup 2026; the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the development on Wednesday. The tour will involve three ODIs and as many T20Is, serving as a massive platform for their preparation for the world event. The tour will commence with three ODIs, scheduled on January 22, January 24, and January 27. Later, both teams will lock horns in a three-match T20I…

Aug 20, 2025

The Hundred Men's Competition, 22nd match, London Spirit vs Northern Superchargers - All you need to know, head to head, playing XI

In the 22nd match of the ongoing The Hundred Men's Competition, London Spirit will be facing Northern Superchargers on Wednesday at Lord's, London. London Spirit are under immense pressure, having only secured three wins in five games. They are struggling at the bottom with eight points and a negative NRR of -0.890. They will head into this match on the back of a defeat in their last match against Birmingham Phoenix. Northern Superchargers, on…

Aug 20, 2025

Ashwin voices disappointment as star batter gets overlooked for Asia Cup

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday threw a lot of surprises while announcing India's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. India's Test captain, Shubman Gill , who last played a T20 match for India against Sri Lanka in July last year, was named India's vice-captain for the tournament. He was preferred over Yashasvi Jaiswal. Jaiswal was expected to secure a place in India's 15-player squad following a series of noteworthy…

Aug 20, 2025

Liam Livingstone opens up about absence from England team

England's power-hitting all-rounder Liam Livingstone has expressed uncertainty about his future with the national side , expressing that he has had no communication from England selectors. However, his absence from England team has not deterred him from showing his brilliance in T20 leagues. He has not been seen for England in any format since their group-stage exit at the Champions Trophy in March earlier this year. "Obviously I…

Aug 20, 2025

'Shreyas Iyer is not liked as much as someone else is...': Ex-Indian coach slams Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from Asia Cup squad

Former Indian assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has expressed his disappointment over Shreyas Iyer’s omission from India’s Asia Cup squad. Despite churning out swashbuckling performances in the Champions Trophy and the subsequent IPL 2025, Iyer failed to secure a spot in India's 15-member squad. In IPL 2025, he blasted 604 runs from 17 matches and also guided Punjab Kings, his new IPL franchise, to the final of IPL 2025.…

Aug 20, 2025

Sam Konstas inks four-year extension with Thunder

Extending his contract with the Sydney Thunder , Australian batting sensation Sam Konstas has signed a four-year deal with the club. Konstas made an eye-catching BBL debut last year, plundering the fastest half-century in Thunder history. He got to the milestone off just 20 balls. “I remember being a fan in the stands watching my heroes like Davey [Warner], Michael Hussey and Andre Russell play for Thunder, so to extend for another four seasons…

Aug 19, 2025

Kagiso Rabada ruled out of ODIs against Australia

South Africa have suffered a crushing blow as their star pacer Kagiso Rabada will miss the three-match ODI series against Australia due to injury. The ever reliable pacer was ruled out due to inflammation of his right ankle, with scans determining the extent of injury on Monday. Following Rabada’s absence, South Africa have added Kwena Maphaka to the squad. As per Cricket South Africa, Rabada will now remain in Australia and undergo rehabilitation under the…

Aug 19, 2025

CPL 2025: St Kitts and Nevis Patriots face Saint Lucia Kings

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots and Saint Lucia Kings will be clashing with each other in the 6th match of the ongoing Caribbean Premier League on Wednesday at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts. Having played three games so far in the tournament, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots have only managed to win one match, losing two. They have two points and a positive NRR of +0.211. To make things more vulnerable, they are coming off a defeat in their last match…

Aug 19, 2025

“Even if you are a Test captain…”: Former Indian cricketer on Gill for Asia Cup 2025

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra, weighing in on the selection dilemma facing the national team ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, called it one of the toughest tasks in recent times. With India set to announce its squad soon, the depth of talent currently available will make the job difficult for selectors. There is huge talent, and selectors will have to make some tough calls to shortlist a formidable squad for the Asia event. "The depth of talent is so…

Aug 19, 2025

Ishan Kishan out of Duleep Trophy opener

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan is set to miss the opening round of the Duleep Trophy due to injury. According to ESPNcricinfo, Kishan hasn’t fully recovered from an injury he suffered in the UK during his stint with Nottinghamshire. In place of him, Odisha's Aashirwad Swain, who has replaced Kishan in the East Zone's squad, will lead the side. East Zone will face Shubman Gill-led North Zone from August 28. Meanwhile, Ishan’s injury doesn't…

Aug 18, 2025

The Hundred Mens Competition 2025, 20th match-: Big hitters cross paths in blockbuster clash

In the 20th match of the ongoing The Hundred Mens Competition, Trent Rockets will be facing Manchester Originals on Tuesday at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Rockets have been in fabulous form so far in the tournament, having won three of their last four games. They are positioned second in the points table with 12 points and a positive NRR of +0.407. Heading into the battle against Originals, Rockets will look to carry on with the momentum as they are coming off a victory in their last match…

Aug 18, 2025