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Sunrisers Eastern Cape enter this clash as form team and favourites, while Paarl Royals are desperate to hit reset after a tough start to the season. With contrasting momentum and a seamer-friendly St George’s Park on offer, this shapes as a high-intensity SA20 contest.​ Sunrisers Eastern Cape have begun SA20 2025-26 with two wins in two games and sit at …

India Women wrapped up the T20I series against Sri Lanka on a winning note, defeating the visitors by 15 runs in the fifth and final match at the Greenfield International Stadium. A commanding half-century from Harmanpreet Kaur and a disciplined bowling effort helped the hosts defend a challenging total of 175, despite a strong resistance from Sri Lanka’s top order. …

Adelaide Strikers host Brisbane Heat in the 17th match of the Big Bash League 2025-26 at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday. This rematch follows Heat’s narrow seven-run victory over Strikers in their earlier encounter on December 27. Home advantage could help Strikers reverse recent form dips.​ Adelaide Strikers currently sit sixth with one win and two losses, struggling after back-to-back defeats …

The countdown to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has well and truly begun, with the tournament scheduled to be hosted in India. With familiar pitches, packed stadiums, and intense fan support, the event promises high-octane cricket and immense pressure on all participating teams. As anticipation builds, former players and experts have started weighing in with predictions, analysing form, …

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has reacted to the reports suggesting that Gautam Gambhir’s position as India’s Test head coach is under threat. Following India’s shock home Test series whitewash against South Africa, speculation intensified in the cricketing circuit about a possible coaching overhaul, with former India batter VVS Laxman being touted as …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru‘s preparations for IPL 2026 have hit a snag as star finisher Tim David battles a recurring hamstring injury that ruled him out of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) season. The Australian all-rounder, retained by RCB after a impactful IPL 2025 stint, suffered a Grade 2 right hamstring strain on December 26, 2025, during Hobart Hurricanes‘ win …

Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner delivered a match-winning 99 not out from 41 balls, smashing eight fours and eight sixes, to propel his side to 202 for eight against Sydney Thunder in the BBL|15 16th match at Sydney Showground Stadium on December 30, 2025. The explosive knock overshadowed early setbacks, setting a daunting target that Thunder crumbled chasing, folding for …

A fresh controversy has emerged at the intersection of Bollywood and Indian cricket after actress and reality TV personality Khushi Mukherjee made startling claims involving India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Mukherjee alleged that the star cricketer used to message her frequently in the past—remarks that have since triggered widespread discussion across …

Perth Scorchers posted a formidable 202 for eight against Sydney Thunder in the 16th match of Big Bash League 2025-26 at Sydney Showground Stadium on December 30, after Thunder captain David Warner opted to field first. Ashton Turner‘s explosive 99 not out off 41 balls nearly carried his side to a 210-plus total, but he fell agonizingly short of a …

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have been one of the biggest success stories of the recent IPL cycle. Under the leadership of Pat Cummins, SRH reinvented themselves from perennial bottom-table finishers into the most ruthless, boundary-hitting unit in the league. Their ultra-aggressive brand of cricket, both with bat and ball, not only delivered results but also reshaped the team’s identity. However, as …