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The official IPL 2026 mini-auction is scheduled for December 16, but the pre-auction frenzy has already begun, thanks to former Indian  cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin. Ravichandran Ashwin conducts a high-stakes IPL 2026 mock auction  Ahead of the real-life bidding war, Ashwin conducted a high-stakes mock auction on his YouTube channel, titled “Winning Bid,” designed to replicate the drama and strategic decisions …

Perth Scorchers kicked off Big Bash League (BBL|15) with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Sydney Sixers in the rain-affected opener at Optus Stadium, Perth on December 14, 2025. The match shrank to 11 overs per side after early downpours, setting the stage for high-octane T20 drama. Fans erupted as young gun Cooper Connolly‘s blistering 59 off 31 balls sealed the …

IPL 2026 mini-auction, set for December 16 at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena, promises intense bidding wars with 350 shortlisted players from 1,390 registrants, including 110 overseas stars. Franchises enter with purses up to ₹64.3 crore like Kolkata Knight Riders, eyeing reinforcements after retentions and trades, under new rules capping overseas salaries at ₹18 crore. Five overseas players stand out as …

The uncapped wicketkeeper-batter from Rajasthan, Kartik Sharma, has become one of the most talked-about domestic talents heading into the IPL 2026 auction on December 16th. The 19-year-old, known for his explosive power-hitting, has successfully completed trials for numerous top franchises, capitalizing on his strong performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) and recent First-Class centuries. Ahead of the auction, …

Mumbai Indians enter the IPL 2026 auction with a lean purse of ₹2.75 crore and five slots to fill, including one overseas spot, after retaining a strong core led by Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah. Scheduled for December 16 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, the event features over 1,300 registered players vying for 77 spots across franchises. …

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has proposed a tactical tweak to India’s playing XI ahead of the third T20I against South Africa, calling for a change that could reshape the middle order. With the five-match series delicately poised, Uthappa believes India can gain a decisive edge by promoting a star batter to No. 3 while keeping their opening combination intact. …

India and South Africa enter the third T20I of their series locked at 1-1, treating this Dharamsala showdown as vital preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup. India crushed the opener by 101 runs, driven by Hardik Pandya‘s all-round dominance, but South Africa hit back in the second with a 51-run victory fueled by Quinton de Kock‘s explosive 90. Both …

The curious case of Australian all-rounder Cameron Green being listed as a ‘batter’ in the IPL 2026 auction list became a major talking point ahead of the event. While many in the cricket world speculated that this was a deliberate tactical maneuver to secure an early slot in the auction or a precautionary measure related to his bowling fitness, Green …

South Africa Women began the ODI series on a confident note, registering a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Ireland Women in the first ODI at Buffalo Park. After opting to bat first, Ireland put up a fighting total, but a disciplined bowling effort followed by a composed chase, led by Sune Luus, ensured a comfortable win for the hosts. Ireland struggle …

India‘s premier left-handed batter Smriti Mandhana made her first public appearance since calling off her wedding to musician Palash Muchhal, captivating audiences at the Amazon Smbhav Summit in New Delhi on December 10, 2025. The vice-captain of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025-winning team emphasized her unwavering devotion to cricket amid personal challenges. Her candid reflections highlighted how the …