Indian women's cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur evaded tough questions about the team's recent struggles and grueling travel schedule ahead of their T20I series against the West Indies. She deflected queries about Shafali Verma's omission and the demanding itinerary, citing the need to focus on the upcoming matches.
Related news
Shreyas Iyer's critical 59 off 36 balls helped India claim victory over England in the ODI series opener in Nagpur. Filling in for the injured Virat Kohli, Iyer capitalized on domestic cricket experience, showcasing his form and fitness. His aggressive batting and pivotal fielding moment, including a key run-out, were crucial in securing India's win.
Australia faces significant challenges ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy with key players Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitch Marsh likely to miss out due to injuries. Coach Andrew McDonald has hinted at a potential new captain, with Steve Smith and Travis Head as the frontrunners for the role.
Persistent rain in Brisbane thwarted a decisive result in the third Test between Australia and India, ending in a draw. India, chasing 275, were 8/0 when the weather intervened. Australia declared their second innings at 89/7 after India were bowled out for 260. The series remains level at 1-1, with both teams earning four World Test Championship points.
Shikhar Dhawan shared a tribute to Wankhede Stadium on its 50th anniversary, celebrating iconic moments and fans' passion. Rohit Sharma committed to striving for the 2025 Champions Trophy win to add to its legacy, reminiscing about his dreams and past victories celebrated at this historic venue.
Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan's 97-run partnership helped Pakistan recover to 143-4 after a shaky start against the West Indies on the first day of the first Test in Multan. Their innings was crucial after Jayden Seales struck early, leaving Pakistan at 46-4. The match faced initial delays due to fog and poor air quality.
Matt Sandery, head curator for Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi, discusses the rigorous preparations involved in hosting the upcoming ILT20 and the Champions Trophy that will follow. His team works from early mornings to manage unique pitch conditions and ensure high-quality playing surfaces, while also mitigating challenges like variable weather and dew.
India's skipper Rohit Sharma has been dropped for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney, marking a crucial decision by the team management. His poor performance in the series, where he managed just 31 runs across five innings, led to this judgment. His exclusion raises questions about his future in the longest format of the game.
Veteran cricketer Dinesh Karthik makes history as the first Indian to participate in South Africa's premier T20 tournament, SA20. Karthik shares his experience with teammate Joe Root and highlights the mix of seasoned players and young talents in the Paarl Royals team. He emphasizes the popularity of SA20 in India and the excitement around the diverse squad dynamics.
The Indian cricket team has arrived in Brisbane for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, starting December 14th at the Gabba. The series is currently tied 1-1. The Gabba pitch is expected to offer its traditional pace and bounce, but its fresher pre-Christmas condition might play a different role compared to India's 2021 victory there in January.
Sri Lanka's Dunith Wellalage claimed four wickets, leading to Australia's lowest ODI total in Asia, as they were bowled out for 107, resulting in a 174-run defeat in the series finale. Kusal Mendis hit a commanding ton, supported by Nishan Madushka and Charith Asalanka. This win secured the series 2-0 for Sri Lanka.