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Ishan Kishan eyes three major records ahead of India’s T20I series against New Zealand

Ishan Kishan is close to achieving three major batting milestones as India prepare for their five-match T20I series against New Zealand, starting in Christchurch on Thursday. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter has enjoyed an impressive year and will have several opportunities to make history before the year ends. Kishan is chasing the record for the most T20I runs by an Indian in a calendar year, the record for the most T20I runs in a year by a batter from a…

Oct 21, 2026

“We have seen what he can do”: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner lauds Sooryavanshi ahead of first T20I

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has praised Indian’s extraordinarily talented batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the five-match T20I against India, lauding the fearless approach the young prodigy brings to the table. In India’s recent T20I series against West Indies, Vaibhav warmed the benches, failing to secure a call in the playing XI, with the management sticking with the regular combination of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson. Still, Mitchell…

Oct 21, 2026

England women to tour Sri Lanka for white-ball assignment

England women are set to tour Sri Lanka for a three-match T20I series from February 1 to 5 early next year, with the assignment set to serve as an important preparatory opportunity for both teams ahead of the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy, which will be held in the T20 format in India from February 14 to 28. England's tour will not conclude with the T20Is only because both teams are also scheduled to meet in a three-match ODI…

Oct 21, 2026

“I think Bhuvi will love these conditions”: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner

Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar made a remarkable comeback to the Indian team, earning a recall nearly after four years to play for India. Kumar was included in India’s squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, scheduled to begin on October 22. Ahead of the series, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner asserted that his side is aware of the challenge that Bhuvneshwar is capable of posing. "I think Bhuvi will love these conditions…

Oct 21, 2026

Shreyas Iyer on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s selection: ‘He can’t walk into the playing XI right now’

India T20 captain Shreyas Iyer has said that young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his opportunities in the playing XI, as openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson are performing consistently. Iyer made these comments ahead of India's five-match T20I series against New Zealand . Sooryavanshi has featured in only eight of India's 21 T20I matches since being selected for the England and Ireland tour earlier…

Oct 21, 2026

SA vs AUS, 2nd Test: Simon Harmer scripts history with record-breaking knock against Australia

South African batter Simon Harmer , making a mark with the bat, compiled a delightful knock to carve out a special place in record books, surpassing Dale Steyn’s record for the highest individual score by a South African batter at No. 9 in Test cricket. The off-spinner plundered a brilliant 82 on Day 3 of the ongoing second Test against Australia at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Tuesday, guiding the side through a difficult situation. Harmer’s outstanding…

Oct 21, 2026

India vs New Zealand: Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback in focus as T20I series begins

India will begin their New Zealand tour with the first T20I at Hagley Oval on Thursday. Both teams have powerful batters who can score quickly and put the opposition under pressure. India will look to make a strong start to the series with their explosive batting lineup. Captain Shreyas Iyer will want his top order to perform well from the beginning and put pressure on New Zealand. The return of experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar after four years is…

Oct 21, 2026

Pakistan’s young all-rounder Arafat Minhas scripts massive record with masterclass performance against England

Pakistan’s young all-rounder Arafat Minhas has achieved a major feat, becoming the third player from Pakistan to strike a half-century and return with a five-wicket haul in the same ODI game. He reached the milestone during the match against England in Rawalpindi on Tuesday in the ongoing ODI tri-series that also involves Sri Lanka. Arafat, with this accomplishment, joined former Pakistan cricketers Shahid Afridi and Abdul Razzaq, who achieved this record in their careers…

Oct 21, 2026

BAN vs AFG, 3rd match of UAE ODI Tri-Series: Afghanistan start as favourites against Bangladesh

The third match of the UAE ODI Tri-Series will see Bangladesh take on Afghanistan in Sharjah on Wednesday. Afghanistan will start as favourites after their impressive 158-run victory over Zimbabwe, while Bangladesh will look to bounce back from a disappointing defeat in their opening match. The game is crucial for Bangladesh, as they need not only to win but also to secure a convincing victory to keep their hopes of reaching the final alive. With Afghanistan in strong form…

Oct 21, 2026

“I know I’m not 25”: Scott Boland after fiery spell against South Africa

Australia pacer Scott Boland ran through South Africa on day two of the ongoing second Test, taking brilliant advantage of the opportunity that landed his way. Generally Nathan Lyon remains a key the team, but favourable conditions in Gqeberha prompted Australia to bring in an additional pacer, Scott Boland, who learnt about his involvement in the second Test just on Sunday. At the end of day 2, Boland had claimed four of South Africa's five wickets, putting the Proteas in a…

Oct 20, 2026

WPL 2027 auction: 146 players to go under the hammer, Sophia Dunkley and Sophie Molineux lead highest base-price bracket

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction is set to be held in Kochi on October 28, and a total of 146 players have entered the auction pool, shortlisted for 27 available places across the five franchises. England batter Sophia Dunkley and Australia captain Sophie Molineux are the only two players to have registered at the maximum base price of INR 50 lakh. The auction list features a total of 119 Indian players, having 22 capped players and 97…

Oct 20, 2026

Afghanistan announce squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2026, Gulbadin Naib to lead team

Afghanistan have announced their seven-member squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 , with experienced all-rounder Gulbadin Naib named captain. The team will compete in the fast-paced tournament, which is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 1 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Sixes is known for its exciting format, where each team plays with six players and gets six overs to bat. Naib will…

Oct 19, 2026