India A Crushes Day 1 of Unofficial Test Against England Lions as Karun Nair Shines
India A battered the England Lions on Day 1 of their unofficial Test in Canterbury, racking up 409/3, driven by Karun Nair’s near double-century. With a packed lineup and big names on both sides, the match sets the stage for India's upcoming Test series against England.
Read moreICC Eyes Four-Day Test Cricket for 2027-29 WTC Cycle, Keeping Five Days for Major Series
The ICC is gearing up to launch four-day Test matches for the 2027-29 WTC cycle to help smaller cricket nations cut costs, while ensuring top series like Ashes and Border-Gavaskar stay five days. This shift means Test matches could become faster and more frequent, marking a big change in the game's tradition.
Read moreShubman Gill Shines with Record Century on Test Captaincy Debut Against England
Shubman Gill smashed a blistering 104-ball century in his first Test as India's captain, stepping up after early wickets and showcasing maturity abroad. He became the fourth youngest Indian captain to achieve a hundred on debut, marking a fresh leadership era after Kohli and Rohit.
Read moreEngland Fights Back After Sai Sudharsan's Golden Duck in Test Debut Against India
India surged ahead with a solid start against England in the 1st Test at Headingley, but debutant Sai Sudharsan fell for a duck as England's seamers mounted a fierce fightback. Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal's partnership set the tone, before overcast skies shifted the balance.
Read moreNepal Stuns Netherlands in Dundee with 5-Wicket Win After Chasing 225 in ICC Cricket World Cup League Two
Nepal overcame the Netherlands by 5 wickets in Dundee, chasing down 225 with smart play and strong bowling performances. The Dutch struggled to build big partnerships, while Nepal's bowlers, especially Sompal Kami and Karan KC, shined. Nepal's batters calmly achieved the target, keeping their League Two momentum going.
Read moreRohit Sharma Falls Early in IPL 2025 Qualifier 2: Stoinis's Delivery Sparks Debate and Sends PBKS to Final
Rohit Sharma's early exit for just 8 runs, caught off Marcus Stoinis's bowling, ignited debate and drama in IPL 2025 Qualifier 2. Despite Mumbai's brisk start, Punjab Kings leveraged the key wicket, cruising to victory and clinching a spot in the final after a rain-affected clash in Ahmedabad.
Read moreDavid Warner Mocks Shaheen Afridi's Tactics After Karachi Kings Triumph Over Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2025
David Warner didn't hold back after Karachi Kings beat Lahore Qalandars, questioning Shaheen Afridi's decision to lean on spin despite a flat pitch. Karachi's pace-heavy attack proved decisive as Irfan Khan and Mohammad Nabi turned the game. The win pushed Karachi above Lahore in the standings, fueling this fierce PSL rivalry.
Read moreMI vs RR: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Set for Tough Face-Off With Jasprit Bumrah in Jaipur Showdown
RR's Vaibhav Suryavanshi prepares to take on MI's Jasprit Bumrah in a high-stakes match at Jaipur. While MI have a narrow overall lead in matchups, recent form and strong home stats give RR an edge. The battle between Suryavanshi's batting and Bumrah's death bowling could tip the balance.
Read moreSouth Africa Women Stun India by 12 Runs in Thrilling 1st T20I to Seize Series Lead
South Africa Women clinched a dramatic 12-run win over India Women in the first T20I, jumping ahead 1-0 in the series. The match saw tight moments, standout performances, and raised stakes for the contests ahead.
Read moreBCCI Terminates Abhishek Nayar's Contract After India's Test Setbacks and Team Tensions
The BCCI has abruptly ended Abhishek Nayar's contract as India's assistant coach just eight months in, following embarrassing Test losses and growing tensions inside the dressing room. Senior player pushback, rifts among staff, and a new rule on staff tenure have all played a part in the shakeup.
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