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The Kolkata Knight Riders are poised for a significant squad refresh heading into the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, especially after a disappointing IPL 2025 campaign where they failed to make the playoffs. Kolkata Knight Riders and the importance of overseas players for IPL 2026 For a team aiming to bounce back and vie for their fourth title, overseas …

Since Abhishek Nayar’s appointment as Kolkata Knight Riders’ new head coach, a wave of speculation has taken over the Indian Premier League (IPL) circuit, the possibility of Rohit Sharma joining KKR ahead of the 2026 season. The two share a long-standing professional relationship, with Nayar being one of the key influences behind Rohit’s batting resurgence during his career. Following Nayar’s …

2nd T20I between India and Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) was keenly awaited after a no-result in the opening match. With Australia winning the toss and opting to field first, the pressure was on the Indian batting lineup to set a competitive total. While the day was notable for some fine individual performances, it was young Harshit Rana who …

Australia took a 1-0 lead in the ongoing India Tour of Australia 2025 after a convincing four-wicket victory in the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The hosts, led by a masterful bowling display from Josh Hazlewood, outclassed India in both departments to comfortably chase down a modest target of 126 inside 14 overs. Josh Hazlewood destroys Indian …

The second T20I between Australia and India at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) had everything fans could ask for — fiery bowling spells, sharp fielding efforts, and moments of breathtaking athleticism. While India’s batters struggled against Australia’s disciplined attack earlier in the evening, one of the defining highlights of the match came during Australia’s chase when young Tilak Varma …

The second T20I between Australia and India at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground turned into a showcase of top-quality fast bowling, as Nathan Ellis and Josh Hazlewood tore through India’s batting lineup. After Australia opted to bowl first under the lights, their pacers made the most of the conditions, striking early and often to put India on the back foot. …

A sombre atmosphere enveloped the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) ahead of the 2nd T20I between India and Australia, as players from both teams, along with match officials and MCG staff, wore black armbands and stood for a one-minute silence in memory of 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin. The tragic death of the young Australian came earlier in the week after he …

In a poignant display of solidarity and remembrance, both the Australian and Indian men’s cricket teams are wearing black armbands during the second T20 International at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). This somber gesture is a tribute to the memory of 17-year-old Melbourne cricketer, whose life was tragically cut short in a recent accident. Why Indian and Australian players are …

Afghanistan will look to seal the three-match T20I series when they face a regrouping Zimbabwe side in the second encounter at the Harare Sports Club. The visitors hold a commanding 1-0 lead after a comprehensive 53-run victory in the first T20I. The first match saw Afghanistan’s T20 expertise come to the fore. After winning the toss and electing to bat, …

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will host the second match of the five-game T20I series between Australia and India on Friday, October 31. Australia’s squad for the match includes experienced campaigners such as Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, and Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), along with all-rounders Marcus Stoinis and Mitchell Owen. The bowling attack features a mix of pace and spin, …