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Former Australian opener David Warner made bold remarks about the upcoming Ashes series, set to begin in November 2025. Confident of Australia’s dominance, Warner predicted a 4-0 series win. He added that while Australia will play to reclaim the Ashes trophy, England will merely be playing for a moral victory, downplaying their chances significantly.
South Africa Women climbed to third place in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup points table after defeating Bangladesh at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Bangladesh posted 232/6 in 50 overs. In response, South Africa chased the target with 235/7 in 49.3 overs, maintaining their winning streak and boosting their chances in the tournament.
The Indian Olympic Association felicitated 2024 Paris Olympic medallists, including Neeraj Chopra, Manu Bhaker, Aman Sehrawat, and Swapanil Kusale, with cash prizes. Coaches and the bronze-winning men’s hockey team also received awards. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and IOA President PT Usha led the ceremony.
Bangladesh’s Shorna Akter smashed a 34-ball fifty against South Africa in the 2025 Women’s World Cup, breaking Nigar Sultana’s national records and Alyssa Healy’s tournament record. Akter also hit most sixes by a Bangladesh batter in WODIs. Her knock led Bangladesh to 232/6, seeking their first World Cup win beyond Pakistan.
No rainfall is forecast today between 3 PM and 10 PM IST for the South Africa Women vs Bangladesh Women match in the 14th game of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. The Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium pitch is batting-friendly with some assistance for spinners also. The average score is around 270, […]
South Africa and Bangladesh will clash today at 3 pm in Visakhapatnam during the Women’s ODI World Cup. Bangladesh faces a tough challenge against the strong South African side. Meanwhile, India suffered a 3-wicket defeat to Australia in yesterday’s match, adding pressure on the hosts in the ongoing tournament.
On Day 4 of the 2nd Test at Arun Jaitley Stadium, West Indies reached 252/3 by lunch, trailing India’s first innings by 18 runs. Century-maker Campbell (115) was dismissed by Jadeja. Shai Hope (92) and Roston Chase (23) are currently at the crease, fighting to build a lead against India.
West Indies batter John Campbell delivered a brilliant performance in the second Test against India, scoring a century off 174 balls with 9 fours and 3 sixes. He remains unbeaten on 111 alongside Shai Hope (74). West Indies are 208/2 after 63 overs, trailing India by 62 runs as they continue their first innings.
Australia successfully chased a huge target of 331 runs against India last night at Vizag Stadium, setting a new world record in ICC Women’s ODI history. This is now the highest successful run chase in women’s ODIs, surpassing the previous record of 302 runs achieved by Sri Lanka against South Africa.
Telugu athlete Jeevanji Deepthi has once again made India proud on the global stage by winning gold at the Virtus World Athletics Championships 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. Competing in the T20 category, she clinched first place in the 400-meter race with a time of 55.92 seconds. Athletes from Australia and Portugal secured silver and bronze.
Team India secured their 2nd consecutive win in the Sultan of Johor Cup junior hockey tournament with a 4-2 victory over New Zealand. Arshdeep, Sunil, Arijitsingh Hundal, and Roman Kumar scored for India, while Gus Nelson and Aidan Max netted goals for New Zealand. India will next face arch-rivals Pakistan tomorrow.
Babar Azam reached 3,000 runs in the World Test Championship during Pakistan’s Test against South Africa. Achieving this in 67 innings, he became the first Asian to reach this milestone, trailing just behind England’s Zak Crawley. Indian captain Shubman Gill closely follows with 2,826 runs in 71 innings.
In the second Test at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, West Indies were all out for 248 in their first innings, with Athanase scoring 41 and Hope 36. Team India declared earlier at 518/5, leading by 270 runs. Kuldeep took five wickets, Jadeja three, while Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah claimed one wicket each.
Australia captain Mitchell Marsh is excited for the ODI and T20I series against India starting October 19, calling it ideal preparation ahead of the Ashes. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning, all three ODIs are sold out. Marsh praised India’s team, citing their rivalry and significance before next year’s T20 World Cup.
Afghanistan’s Rahmat Shah suffered a calf injury during the second ODI against Bangladesh, attempting to bat later but collapsing after one ball. He was taken off in a wheelchair and ruled out of the next match. Despite his absence, Afghanistan defended 190, winning by 81 runs with Rashid Khan’s five-wicket haul leading the charge.