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Jos Buttler surpasses Rohit Sharma to become second-highest T20I run-scorer

England batter Jos Buttler has overtaken Indian legend Rohit Sharma to become the second-highest run-scorer in men's T20I cricket, accomplishing a major milestone in his glittering career. Buttler got to the landmark achievement during England’s first T20I against Sri Lanka on Tuesday in Southampton, in which Buttler smashed a sensational 80 off 44 balls to play his part in England’s outstanding 119-run win. Buttler shared a 128-run…

Sep 16, 2026

“It was a tough pill to swallow”: Shreyas Iyer reflects on difficult start to captaincy

India captain Shreyas Iyer admitted the fact that his first few months at the helm of the T20I side were challenging but also felt that the experience had helped him gain the importance of maintaining balance. Iyer’s remarks came after India’s dominant performance against Afghanistan in New Delhi on Tuesday, where they won the second T20I by seven wickets to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Iyer’s tenure had begun with two…

Sep 16, 2026

Yuvraj Singh urges India not to make changes ahead of 2027 World Cup

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has urged the Indian management to avoid making last-minute changes to the 2027 ODI World Cup squad, asserting that there should be a clear objective as the team begins preparing for the mega event set to be played next year. Yuvraj is of the view that identifying the strongest group and continuing with that could prove to be fruitful. India will begin their ODI World Cup with a three-match home ODI series…

Sep 16, 2026

Steve Smith skeptical about his participation at Ashes 2027

Veteran Australian batter Steve Smith has expressed uncertainty over his participation in the next year’s Ashes as he looks to shift his entire focus to the shortest format of the game. Having appeared in 125 Test matches, Smith is one of Australia's highly successful batters, remaining the fourth-highest run-scorer for the side in the longest format. However, he is not sure whether or not he will be there at the Ashes 2027. "I don't even know if…

Sep 15, 2026

ENG vs SL, 1st T20I: Despondent Sri Lanka look to make gains as they take on rampant England

Shifting their attention to the shortest format, England are slated to meet Sri Lanka in the opening T20I of the three-match series at The Rose Bowl in Southampton on Tuesday. England are riding a wave of confidence heading into the first game following their skilful performance against India, where they clinched a 4-0 series victory in a five-match series on home soil. The series win against India gives England an edge coupled with home advantage, in which…

Sep 15, 2026

AFG vs IND, 2nd T20I: India aim to seal series as Afghanistan fight for survival

India and Afghanistan are gearing up to meet in the second match of their three-match series on Tuesday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. India have already taken a 1-0 lead after toppling Afghanistan in the opening game. The pressure, however, is on Afghanistan, who would hope to come out with a highly improved performance to keep their hopes of winning the series alive. In the opening T20I, India chased down a target of 157 very comfortably, overhauling the…

Sep 15, 2026

ZIM vs AUS, 1st ODI: Full-strength Zimbabwe look to challenge formidable Australia

Australia are set to lock horns with Zimbabwe in the first ODI of the three-match series on Tuesday in Harare, with the series serving as a crucial platform in their preparation ahead of next year's ODI World Cup. With the ODI World Cup 2027 to be hosted by Zimbabwe, South Africa and Namibia, Australia will use this series as an opportunity to learn about the conditions. Meanwhile, the touring side has named a powerful squad led by veteran…

Sep 14, 2026

Melbourne Stars rope in overton twins for BBL|16

Melbourne Stars have secured the services of English twins Craig and Jamie Overton for BBL|16, with the brothers inking one-year contracts with the Stars and becoming the first twins set to feature in the Big Bash League. Their inclusion will help stars both in bowling and batting departments. Jamie Overton is pretty familiar with BBL, having represented Adelaide Strikers for three seasons. His debut BBL campaign (BBL|13) was highly…

Sep 14, 2026

Dropped from Pakistan Test squad, Salman Agha makes stunning comeback with triple century

Pakistan batter Salman Agha made a stunning comeback to form nearly two weeks after he was sent back from Pakistan's England tour following a major reshuffle of the Test squad. Agha, appearing for Kingsmen Academy against Markhor IT Solutions at Abbottabad Cricket Stadium in the opening round of the President's Trophy, slammed 300 from 336 deliveries , launching 42 fours and six sixes. His innings helped his side declare at 565/7. His…

Sep 14, 2026

Zimbabwe name squad for Australia ODIs, Sikandar Raza to lead

Zimbabwe have revealed their squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, with Sikandar Raza set to lead the side. Raza takes over the ODI captaincy from Richard Ngarava , who is currently recovering from a lower-back injury. Veteran batter Brendan Taylor has been handed a recall for his first ODIs in a year. Graeme Cremer also returns to the side for the first time since last playing an ODI back in 2018. The squad also features…

Sep 14, 2026

Shafali, Mandhana shine as India claim Women's Asia Cup 2026 crown

India women crushed Sri Lanka women by 72 runs in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final on Sunday in Dubai to secure the title. India capped their unbeaten campaign in a dominant style, keeping Sri Lanka under the pump throughout the match. Having moved through the tournament without encountering any defeat, India saved their most commanding performance for the biggest final, with all players making their useful contributions. The…

Sep 13, 2026

Abhishek Sharma fifty guides India to comfortable win over Afghanistan

Abhishek Sharma steered India to a fabulous seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the opening T20I on Sunday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Chasing 157, India made light work of the target as Abhishek Sharma fired an explosive knock of 82 off 32 to help India reach the target in 13.4 overs. From the outset, Abhishek attacked Afghanistan bowlers, blasting seven sixes and as many fours. The victory gives India a 1-0 lead in…

Sep 13, 2026