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England secured an 89-run victory against Sri Lanka in the Women’s World Cup. Nat Sciver-Brunt’s century powered England to 253/9. Sophie Ecclestone’s exceptional bowling performance, taking 4/17, restricted Sri Lanka to 164. This win places England at the top of the standings with six points from three matches. Sri Lanka’s…

Namibia achieved a historic four-wicket victory over South Africa in the inaugural international match at the new Namibia Cricket Ground. Wicketkeeper Zane Green’s unbeaten 30, including crucial runs in the final overs, sealed the win. The match marked a significant moment for Namibian cricket, especially with the ground set to…

Ravindra Jadeja has been excluded from the ODI squad for the Australia tour. He has communicated with the team management about this decision. Jadeja remains committed to performing for India whenever given an opportunity. He prioritizes team victories over personal milestones. Jadeja is also serving as vice-captain for the ongoing…

Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his impressive Test form with a brilliant 175 against the West Indies in Delhi. His innings, a blend of patience and elegance, featured a significant partnership with B Sai Sudharsan. Jaiswal’s consistent big hundreds are drawing comparisons to cricketing legends, with predictions of him breaking records. …

Head coach Gautam Gambhir has pledged unwavering support for new ODI captain Shubman Gill, stating he’s prepared to absorb all criticism to shield the young leader. Gambhir emphasized Gill’s transparency and dedication, noting his “brilliant” start in leadership roles. The coach’s commitment aims to foster Gill’s growth and ensure team…

11 Indian chessboxing athletes were forced to miss the World Championships in Serbia after their visas weren’t processed in time, despite applying weeks in advance. The contingent waited outside the Serbian embassy in vain as bureaucratic delays crushed months of preparation. The incident echoes past visa troubles that have cost…

Shubman Gill has surpassed Virat Kohli to become the highest Indian run-scorer in the ICC World Test Championship. Gill achieved this milestone with his second consecutive half-century in the ongoing series against the West Indies, accumulating 2,757 runs in 39 matches. This achievement places him ahead of other prominent Indian…

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s promising innings of 175 was tragically cut short by a run-out, denying the young batsman a maiden double century. The mix-up with skipper Shubman Gill saw Jaiswal depart, leaving him visibly dejected. His 175 now ranks as the fourth-highest individual score by an Indian batsman ending in a…

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif believes Rohit Sharma will be a key opener for India in the 2027 ODI World Cup, despite being replaced as captain. Kaif highlighted Rohit’s experience and ability to handle pace and bounce as crucial for challenging conditions, emphasising the need for seasoned players alongside youth…

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New Zealand dominated Bangladesh in the Women’s World Cup, securing a commanding 100-run victory. Outstanding half-centuries from Brooke Halliday and captain Sophie Devine anchored their innings, setting a challenging target. A potent bowling attack then dismantled Bangladesh’s chase, restricting them to a mere 127 runs. …

India aims to bat West Indies out of the second Test, with Sai Sudharsan emphasizing the team’s goal of a substantial first-innings total. Sudharsan himself played a composed 87, drawing inspiration from his India A success and Shubman Gill’s self-belief. The team seeks to replicate their dominant strategy from the…

India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak identified a technical flaw in Sai Sudharsan’s back foot play after his dismissal for 87. Kotak is working with the mentally strong youngster to refine this aspect, aiming to prevent him from playing back to overly full deliveries. Sudharsan’s impressive innings, alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal’s century,…

Shubman Gill celebrated his maiden Test toss win as India’s captain, ending a six-match streak. Opting to bat first against West Indies in New Delhi, Gill maintained the winning XI from the previous Test. The team’s jovial reaction highlighted strong camaraderie, with coach Gambhir and players sharing light-hearted banter about…

Esha Singh secured her first senior World Cup gold in 10m air pistol by a narrow margin. Initially a hobby, shooting became her profession after early success. She trains in challenging conditions like rain. Singh also follows racing, her father’s sport, and may pursue it professionally after shooting. Her journey…