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“I don't think follow-on backfired”: Indian captain Shubman Gill

“I don't think follow-on backfired”: Indian captain Shubman Gill

India’s hopes of completing a 2-0 Test series sweep in Sri Lanka totally disappeared after a demanding final-day battle at the SSC ended without the breakthrough they desperately needed. India gave it all into their pursuit of victory, but they had to settle for a 1-0 series win after everything worked against them. The Indian men needed wickets to have sufficient time for themselves for a challenging run chase; moreover, the weather remained an ever-present threat. In…

SL vs IND, 2nd Test: Sonal Dinusha’s spirited fightback secures draw

SL vs IND, 2nd Test: Sonal Dinusha’s spirited fightback secures draw

Mounting a spirited fightback, Sri Lanka have successfully managed to draw the second Test against India in Colombo, with Sonal Dinusha remaining undeterred in his determination with an unbeaten 133-run knock. The grit shown by Sri Lankan batters, coupled with a defiant knock from Dinusha, has denied India a victory, which they were on course to clinch until 24 hours ago. However, India have clinched the two-match series 1-0 after claiming…

Aaryavir Sehwag, Anvay Dravid named in India’s U19 squad

Aaryavir Sehwag, Anvay Dravid named in India’s U19 squad

Virender Sehwag’s son Aaryavir Sehwag has been named in India’s U19 squad to take on Australia in three ODI matches in Rajkot in September, receiving his maiden callup. Indian side will also be playing two multi-day fixtures. Anvay Dravid, who is the son of former India captain Rahul Dravid, also features in the one-day squad. However, neither of them has been named in the squad for multi-day games. India U19 Multi-Day squad: Yashbardhan Chauhan (c), Lakshya…

“I’m 90% fit”: Babar Azam ahead of Lord’s Test

“I’m 90% fit”: Babar Azam ahead of Lord’s Test

Pakistan will have their star batter back in the side when they take on England in the second Test at Lord's, with captain Babar Azam declaring himself fit enough to return after recovering from a hand injury. Babar provided an update ahead of the second Test, starting on Thursday, saying he was around 90% fit and very comfortable. His return is hugely crucial as Pakistan look to bounce back after suffering a devastating defeat in the first Test.…

Mitchell Starc climbs to no. 1 in Test bowling rankings, leaves behind Bumrah

Mitchell Starc climbs to no. 1 in Test bowling rankings, leaves behind Bumrah

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has recorded a major milestone in his tremendously blistering Test career, climbing to the top of the ICC men's Test bowling rankings for the first time after a sensational performance against Bangladesh during the second Test in Mackay. Starc's match-winning performance played a key role in Australia's eye-catching innings-and-51-run victory in the second Test. Starc returned with impressive figures of 6/12 in Bangladesh's first…

European T20 Premier League 2026: All you need to know, squads, teams and format

European T20 Premier League 2026: All you need to know, squads, teams and format

The inaugural edition of the European T20 Premier League 2026 , featuring teams from Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands, is set to get underway from August 26. The six-team tournament will run until September 20, and the teams competing in the league are Amsterdam Flames, Rotterdam Dockers, Belfast Wolves, Dublin Guardians, Edinburgh Castle Rockers and Glasgow Cosmic. The tournament opener will have a blockbuster clash between Rotterdam Dockers and Amsterdam Flames…

“I’m really disappointed”: England Test captain Joe Root on Brydon Carse incident

“I’m really disappointed”: England Test captain Joe Root on Brydon Carse incident

Joe Root made a spectacular return to the England Test following a huge victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley, but the celebrations were soon overshadowed by another off-field controversy involving one of his teammates. Pacer Brydon Carse was under the spotlight after footage emerged showing him being handcuffed and escorted by police outside a bar in Derby on Saturday night. The incident took place after Durham’s players had…

Babar Azam to return for Lord’s Test against England

Babar Azam to return for Lord’s Test against England

Pakistan have received a big boost ahead of the second Test against England, with star batter and captain Babar Azam set to return to the playing XI. Babar missed the opening Test of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 series after suffering a finger injury. His absence was noticeably felt after Pakistan slumped to a crushing defeat in the first Test under the leadership of standing captain Salman Agha. Pakistan bowling coach Umar Gul expressed optimism…

Prabath Jayasuriya sanctioned for breaching code of conduct

Prabath Jayasuriya sanctioned for breaching code of conduct

Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya has been penalised after being found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct in the ongoing second Test between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo. Jayasuriya was found to have breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match". One demerit…

Ex-Indian cricketer hits out at Sri Lankan players

Ex-Indian cricketer hits out at Sri Lankan players

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has lashed out at Sri Lankan players for their unprofessional conduct on day two of the second Test against India on Monday in Colombo. Just ahead of the stumps on day two, Prabath Jayasuriya and Kamil Mishara expressed their disappointment over the umpires' decision to continue playing in fading light. Strikingly, Jayasuriya was dismissed by Manav Suthar just ahead of the close of the play day two, which further added to Sri Lanka’s…

Zimbabwe name squad for Namibia T20I tri-series, Graeme Cremer makes comeback

Zimbabwe name squad for Namibia T20I tri-series, Graeme Cremer makes comeback

Zimbabwe have announced their squad for the upcoming T20I tri-series, featuring Namibia and South Africa . Zimbabwe have brought back experienced legspinner Graeme Cremer back into their T20I plans as they prepare for a challenging assignment. The squad, however, misses a few familiar names. Zimbabwe’s Test and ODI captain Richard Ngarava has not been selected as he continues his rehabilitation from a lower-back problem. Pacer…

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando fined after on-field confrontation

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando fined after on-field confrontation

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka pacer Asitha Fernando have been fined 25% of their match fees following a heated confrontation during the opening day of the second Test in Colombo on Sunday. According to the ICC, both players were found guilty of violating Article 2.12, which relates to “inappropriate physical contact with a Player, Player Support Personnel, Umpire, Match Referee or any other person” during an international match. One…

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