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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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Former India batter Abhinav Mukund has unveiled his Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2025, featuring a star-studded XI led by Rohit Sharma and anchored by Virat Kohli, but with no room for New Zealand’s in-form middle-order force Daryl Mitchell. The line-up, packed with run machines and wicket-takers from India, New Zealand, England, South Africa and West Indies, heavily …
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England have revealed their provisional squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, and the announcement has sparked immediate debate. While pace spearhead Jofra Archer has been included despite ongoing fitness issues, wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith has been dropped entirely from the limited-overs setup, signalling a decisive shift in England’s white-ball planning ahead of the global event in India and …
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As Indian cricket reflects on a landmark 2025 filled with transition, experimentation, and explosive performances, former off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has offered his verdict on the two players who defined the year for the national team. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin highlighted explosive opener as India’s breakout batting star and top-quality spinner as the most impactful bowler, underlining how both …
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face a pivotal decision ahead of the IPL 2026 season, with Josh Hazlewood’s persistent injuries casting doubt over his availability. The Australian paceman, retained by RCB at ₹10.75 crore despite missing the majority of matches this summer, boasts 57 IPL wickets at a strike rate of 15.21 but has played just 15 matches since 2023 due …
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The Sydney Showground Stadium is set to host a pivotal BBL|15 clash on December 30 as Sydney Thunder lock horns with Perth Scorchers in a battle for mid-season momentum. Both sides are looking to bounce back from recent defeats, but the narrative is defined by contrasting challenges; the Thunder, currently mid-table, are desperate to cure their post-powerplay fragility. With the …
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