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“He played only 11 innings”: Ex-Indian player’s massive praise for Virat Kohli after sensational knock against West Indies

Indian star Virat Kohli notched up a gutsy century during the first ODI against West Indies on Sunday in Thiruvananthapuram, compiling an unbeaten 139 off 88 to take India over the line in his trademark style. During his innings, he accomplished a sensational milestone, becoming the fastest batter in history to dish out 15,000 ODI runs . Kohli headed into the match with the need of 59 runs, and he did that in no time, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar as the…

Sep 29, 2026

IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Confident India look to wrap up series as West Indies eye fightback

India and West Indies are set to get back to action as they both are scheduled to take on each other in the second ODI on Wednesday in Guwahati, with India looking to secure a series-clinching win. West Indies, meanwhile, will be desperate to claim a win to level the series 1-1 and avoid the embarrassment of losing the series. The men in blue head into the second match with a lot of confidence after a ruthless performance from them in the…

Sep 29, 2026

Asian Games 2026: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka progress to semifinals following washouts

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have booked their places in the semifinals of the ongoing 2026 Asian Games . Both sides were scheduled to face their respective opponents in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, but persistent rain in Nisshin did not allow the matches to take place, forcing the officials to call off the games. Sri Lanka's clash with Nepal was called off earlier in the day, before Bangladesh's face-off with Malaysia met the same…

Sep 29, 2026

Australia pacer Nathan Ellis ruled out of final ODI against South Africa

Australia have suffered another setback on their tour of South Africa after pacer Nathan Ellis was ruled out of the third and final ODI following a side strain during the second match in Johannesburg. In the second ODI, Ellis bowled four overs before feeling discomfort in his left side and was unable to continue his spell. Ellis will now head back home for further medical assessment and rehabilitation. Meanwhile, Australia would hope that he recovers quickly to be…

Sep 29, 2026

Najmul Hossain Shanto ruled out of Asian Games

Bangladesh have been jolted ahead of their Asian Games quarter-final against Malaysia, with batter Najmul Hossain Shanto ruled out of the tournament after falling ill with fever and infections. Shanto has reportedly been dealing with a fever since arriving in Nagoya. Team physiotherapist Bayjedul Islam Khan confirmed that the batter needs time to recover. "Please be informed that our cricketer Nazmul Hussain Shanto is unwell, according to a statement…

Sep 28, 2026

South Africa confirm preliminary squad for 1st Australia Test, Kagiso Rabada included

South Africa have named an 18-member preliminary squad for the first Test of the upcoming three-match series against Australia, with Kagiso Rabada being named in the squad. The premier pacer Rabada has been on the sidelines recovering from a hamstring injury that has also kept him out of the ongoing three-match ODI series against Australia. Rabada had picked up the injury during a training camp, and his fitness will be assessed…

Sep 28, 2026

“Someone like him, who's won so many matches for the country…”: Shubman Gill’s high praise for Virat Kohli

India had a superb start to their three-match ODI series against West Indies, clinching an eight-wicket win in the opening ODI on Sunday in Thiruvananthapuram. India’s victory came on the back of a blistering century from Virat Kohli . Even Gill played an influential role with the bat. Chasing a target of 296, Gill gave India a powerful start, striking 110 from 108 deliveries, blasting 13 boundaries and one six.…

Sep 28, 2026

Asian Games 2026, IND vs AFG: Match abandoned due to persistent rain

The quarterfinal between India and Afghanistan in the Asian Games 2026 has been abandoned without a ball bowled due to incessant rain in Nisshin on Monday. Despite waiting for long, rain did not relent, forcing the officials to call off the match. Following this, India have made it to the semi-finals owing to having a higher ICC T20I ranking than Afghanistan. They will now go against either Sri Lanka or Nepal in the semi-final on…

Sep 28, 2026

“I just want to put my head down, keep working hard”: Batting maestro Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli’s batting masterclass was on full display in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday, where he notched up an explosive innings against the West Indies in the first ODI and claimed another extraordinary milestone in his ODI career. Kohli went past the 15,000-run mark in ODIs, becoming only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to accomplish the landmark. He also brought up his 55th ODI century, helping India chase a 296-run target in spectacular fashion.…

Sep 28, 2026

Kohli, Gill centuries fire India to sensational win over West Indies

Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli blasted sensational centuries to fire India to an eight-wicket win over the West Indies in the first ODI in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. Both Kohli and Gill stole the show with their blistering centuries, making the light work of the chase. Chasing a target of 296 , Shubman Gill gave India an aggressive start, racing to 110 with the help of 13 fours and one six. At the other…

Sep 27, 2026

IND vs WI, 1st ODI: India decide to bowl as World Cup preparations begin

India won the toss and opted to field in the opening ODI of the three-game series against West Indies on Sunday in Thiruvananthapuram. The series is very crucial, with India treating this series as a timely platform for their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup, which will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The spotlight will be on veteran stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, whose performance will hold a greater…

Sep 27, 2026

“It is not that somebody has been unfair to him”: Indian coach on Yashasvi Jaiswal

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal , who has become a big name in the Test team and built a marvellous IPL record with Rajasthan Royals, but he has had limited opportunities in ODIs. In India’s white-ball plans, Jaiswal still finds himself waiting. The reason behind all this is that India possesses a bankable top order, and for Jaiswali, finding a permanent opening spot has been pretty hard. The same thing is set to happen during the three-match ODI series against the West Indies.

Sep 27, 2026