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England stormed to a commanding 65-run victory over New Zealand in the 2nd T20 International at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on Monday (October 20), taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. A blistering partnership between Phil Salt and Harry Brook powered England to a mammoth total of 236/4, which proved far beyond New Zealand’s reach as they were bundled out …

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has labelled her team’s narrow four-run defeat to England in the Women’s World Cup 2025 league stage encounter on Sunday as “heartbreaking,” pinpointing the dismissal of vice-captain Smriti Mandhana as the critical turning point. Despite dominating large parts of the formidable 289-run chase, the co-hosts and pre-tournament favourites once again failed to close out a crucial …

Sunrisers Hyderabad endured a disappointing run in IPL 2025 after their thrilling performance in 2024, where they had reached the final playing an aggressive brand of cricket under Pat Cummins. Expectations were high for the 2025 campaign, but inconsistencies from key players and lack of balance in team selection eventually led to a sixth-place finish in the league table. As …

Sri Lanka Women and Bangladesh Women face off in the 21st match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on Monday, October 20.​ This fixture marks an emotional phase of the campaign for both teams as their semifinal hopes fade away. Sri Lanka remain winless after five games, sitting near …

Zimbabwe and Afghanistan gear up for a one-off Test at Harare Sports Club starting October 20, marking the resumption of Afghanistan’s red-ball campaign after a long break and Zimbabwe’s return to their capital venue. Both teams, familiar foes in this format, have plenty to prove with new faces, evolving squads, and contrasting strengths ready to be tested. Zimbabwe look to …

New Zealand and England will battle in the second T20I of the England tour of New Zealand 2025 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on October 20. The first T20I at the same venue ended without a result due to rain, setting up this fixture as the true series opener for both sides seeking early momentum. Confident hosts eye a strong …

South Africa will step into the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 20 with redemption on their minds as they look to square the two-match Test series against Pakistan. The visitors endured a tough defeat in Lahore , losing by 93 runs in a tense fourth-innings chase that exposed both technical flaws and temperament under spin pressure. Aiden Markram’s men now …

India’s semi-final hopes in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 suffered a massive blow as they fell short by just four runs against England at Holkar Stadium, Indore. Chasing a competitive 288, India looked in command at 234/3, anchored by opener Smriti Mandhana on 88, and seemed poised for a thrilling victory in front of a roaring home crowd. However, …

India’s top order has faced immense pressure in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, and one player who has repeatedly come under scrutiny is Harleen Deol. Known for her elegant stroke play and ability to negotiate the new ball, Deol has often provided solid starts at number three. However, her tendency to throw away wickets at crucial junctures has cost …

Veteran England superstar Heather Knight delivered a spectacular performance in Match 20 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at Indore, turning her 300th international appearance into a memorable milestone. Coming to the crease when England were 73/1, Knight played a brilliant innings of 109 runs off 91 balls, sharing a pivotal 113-run partnership with Nat Sciver-Brunt for the third …