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Rain reduced the first India–Australia ODI in Perth to 35 overs per side. India stumbled to 45/4 in 13 overs after losing Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer cheaply. K. L. Rahul and Axar Patel now shoulder India’s hopes after a disastrous top-order collapse early on.
India will play against England in the Women’s World Cup 2025 at Holkar Stadium, Indore, today at 3 PM IST. India seeks a vital win after recent losses, while England remains unbeaten. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the India squad, and Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead the England squad. Fans can watch through Star Sports and Jio […]
Australia skipper Pat Cummins missed the first ODI against India in Perth due to a lumbar bone stress injury. As Pat Cummins recovers, Mitchell Marsh leads the squad for the series, with Cummins also doubtful for the Ashes. Australia captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and chose to bowl, calling it an honor to captain […]
BCCI and ICC condemned the deaths of three Afghan cricketers — Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — killed in Pakistan’s alleged airstrike in Paktika. Both cricket bodies expressed sorrow and solidarity with Afghanistan. ICC Chairman Jay Shah called it a tragic loss. Afghanistan also withdrew from a tri-series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka in protest.
Jharkhand crushed Tamil Nadu by an innings and 114 runs in Coimbatore, led by Ishan Kishan’s 173 and debutant Rishav Raj’s 4/49. TN were bowled out for 93 and 212 after following on. Despite a 100-run stand between Siddarth (80) and Shahrukh Khan (37), Jharkhand’s spinners sealed a dominant Group A Ranji Trophy win.
Ahead of the 2025–26 Ashes, Australia’s chief selector George Bailey confirmed Steve Smith will captain if Pat Cummins remains sidelined with a back injury. He said Cummins will still stay involved with the team during recovery. Bailey also noted Cameron Green’s precautionary rest, with Labuschagne replacing him for the India ODI series.
Ahead of India’s Australia tour starting October 19, new ODI captain Shubman Gill said leading Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli feels natural, as nothing has changed in their dynamic. Calling it an honour to captain his idols, Gill praised their hunger and experience, adding he’ll continue seeking their guidance in crucial game situations.
India’s compound archer Jyothi Surekha achieved a historic milestone, winning bronze at the Archery World Cup Final in Nanjing, China. She outclassed Britain’s Ella Gibson 150–145, recording the event’s first-ever perfect 150. Jyothi became the first Indian woman compound archer to medal at the Final, her 88th international career medal.
Afghanistan star Rashid Khan condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes that killed 3 local cricketers, calling them barbaric and immoral. Supporting the Afghanistan Cricket Board’s decision to withdraw from the November tri-series in Pakistan, he said national dignity comes first. The ACB also mourned victims Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon.
The women’s team from New Zealand will play a key match against Pakistan today at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Sophie Devine will lead the New Zealand squad, and Fatima Sana will lead the Pakistan squad. The match starts at 3.00 PM IST, and fans can watch through Star Sports and Jio Hotstar. It is […]
Maharashtra’s Kiran Navgire made history by scoring a blazing 34-ball century against Punjab in the Women’s T20 Trophy, breaking Sophie Devine’s previous record of 36 balls. Her unbeaten 106 off 35 deliveries powered Maharashtra to a 9-wicket win. The India batter and UP Warriorz star hopes this explosive form revives her international career.
India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who recently led the team to the 2025 Asia Cup title, admitted to feeling pressure from Shubman Gill’s rapid rise as a leader. Gill now captains in ODIs and Tests. Surya, however, remains confident, saying fear fuels his motivation and strong bond with Gill keeps things positive.
South Africa all but sealed a Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 semifinal spot with a dominant 10-wicket win over Sri Lanka in a rain-affected game at Colombo. Chasing a DLS target of 121, openers Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits powered the chase in 14.5 overs, marking their seventh century stand and fourth consecutive victory.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board pulled out of the upcoming tri-series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka after three local cricketers were killed in a Pakistani airstrike. The players were returning home after a friendly match in Paktika. The ACB called it a “cowardly attack” and withdrew as a mark of respect and national mourning.
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed speculation on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI future, saying it’s “too early” to decide about the 2027 World Cup. He emphasized focusing on their current performance and respecting their legacy. Agarkar added that decisions will be based on form, not age, and assessments will follow regular match play.