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In a gripping low-scoring encounter at the International Sports Stadium in Coffs Harbour, Joel Davies emerged as the all-round hero, steering the Sydney Sixers to a thrilling three-wicket victory over the Brisbane Heat in the 24th match of BBL|15 on January 5, 2026. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, the Sixers restricted the Heat to a meagre 114/9, …

As India reflects on its historic Women’s World Cup 2025 triumph, the focus has swiftly shifted toward the future of the team’s leadership. With current captain Harmanpreet Kaur now 36 and entering the twilight of her illustrious career, the search for a long-term successor has intensified. While Smriti Mandhana has long been the frontrunner, South African legend Marizanne Kapp has …

Sydney Sixers’ seam attack seized early control of their Big Bash League 2025-26 clash against Brisbane Heat at Coffs Harbour, with Sean Abbott producing a spellbinding dismissal of Jack Wildermuth that lit up the 24th match of BBL|15. ​ The Heat, sent in after the Sixers won the bat flip, limped to 89/8 in 15.4 overs as the hosts’ experienced bowling group …

On January 4, 2026, ahead of India’s first international series of the year, star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and his girlfriend, model Mahieka Sharma, were spotted at Jamnagar Airport alongside veteran batter Rohit Sharma. The group, which included Rohit’s wife Ritika Sajdeh and their young son Ahaan, appeared to be in high spirits as they transitioned from domestic duties to international …

Fans erupted in frenzy as Travis Head‘s ferocious 91 not out overshadowed Joe Root‘s gritty 160 on a thrilling Day 2 of the 5th Ashes Test at Sydney Cricket Ground on January 4, 2026. Australia, already clinching the series 3-1, trail England‘s first innings 384 by 218 runs at 166/2 after 34.1 overs. The Pink Ashes finale delivered edge-of-seat drama …

Australia batting maestro Meg Lanning expressed immense pride upon her appointment as captain of UP Warriorz for the Women’s Premier League 2026 season, calling it a ‘real honour’ to lead the revamped side. The franchise made the announcement on January 4, 2026, signaling a bold leadership shift ahead of the tournament’s fourth edition starting later this month. Lanning steps into …

The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 season reached a dramatic conclusion at the Dubai International Stadium on January 4, 2026. While the final was a spectacle of elite franchise cricket, the match was momentarily overshadowed by a high-voltage confrontation between two of the game’s most intense competitors: MI Emirates captain Kieron Pollard and Pakistan‘s pace spearhead, playing for Desert Vipers, …

Australia and England served up another absorbing chapter of Ashes theatre at the Sydney Cricket Ground as the fifth Test of the 2025-26 series rolled into a dramatic Day 2 under the pink-ball lights. On a surface offering just enough for the seamers but truer than earlier in the series, England rode a vintage Joe Root masterclass to post a …

The exclusion of Mohammed Shami from India’s squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand has sparked sharp criticism, with the veteran pacer’s childhood coach openly questioning the decision-making of the selectors. The three-match series begins on January 11, but Shami’s name was notably absent from the 15-man squad announced on Saturday. Shami, 35, had been widely expected to …

The Big Bash League (BBL|15) heads north on Monday as Sydney Sixers take on Brisbane Heat at the picturesque Coffs Harbour International Stadium. With the league phase entering the mid-stage, both sides will be keen to build momentum away from their traditional home venues. Kane Richardson returns to strengthen Sydney Sixers bowling attack Sydney Sixers have made a key change …