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India’s seven-wicket drubbing against Australia in the rain-affected first ODI at Optus Stadium, Perth, on October 19, has placed new ODI captain Shubman Gill under immediate scrutiny. The match, reduced to 26 overs per side, saw the Indian batting lineup falter dramatically, highlighted by the brief and disappointing return of veterans Rohit Sharma (8) and Virat Kohli (0). India managed only …

New Zealand Cricket has announced a 14-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, marking the much-anticipated return of captain Kane Williamson and talented all-rounder Nathan Smith. Their inclusion strengthens the Blackcaps’ lineup as they prepare for a challenging series starting later this month. Williamson, who missed the ongoing T20I series due to a minor medical concern, is …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Australia produced a commanding performance to outplay India by seven wickets in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday. The match, which was marred by multiple rain interruptions, saw the hosts take full advantage of the conditions after opting to bowl first. With this win, the Mitchell Marsh-led side went 1-0 up …

Australia opener Travis Head endured a tough outing in the first ODI against India at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday, falling for just 8 runs. While the left-hander’s cheap dismissal disappointed Australian fans, Indian cricket fans on social media had a field day. Memes, jokes, and funny captions flooded Twitter soon after Head’s wicket, with many users humorously …

The opening ODI between Australia and India at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday had its share of drama — from rain delays to quick wickets — but it was a light-hearted off-field moment that stole the spotlight. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill enjoy popcorn during rain break in first ODI During one of the rain breaks, Indian captain …