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Abu Dhabi Knight Riders crushed Dubai Capitals by 50 runs in the ILT20 2025-26 Eliminator on January 1, 2026, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Michael Pepper‘s explosive 72 guided ADKR to 158/7, while Sunil Narine‘s masterful 3/12 dismantled DC for just 108. Jason Holder‘s comical skyer no-ball became the viral moment amid the Knight Riders’ dominant win.​ Jason Holder’s unusual …

Sri Lanka have unveiled a well-rounded squad for the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, placing their faith in a new generation of talent as they look to make a deep run in the tournament. The team will be captained by Vimath Dinsara, with Kavija Gamage appointed as vice-captain, as Sri Lanka aim to build on their encouraging showing in the …

In a high-octane clash at The Gabba, Brisbane Heat edged out Melbourne Stars by four wickets in the 20th match of Big Bash League|15 on January 2, 2026, chasing down 196 with just two balls to spare. Brisbane Heat, who won the toss and bowled first, restricted Stars to 195/6 before mounting a tense pursuit that kept 31,948 fans on …

On January 1, 2026, Pakistan’s premier batter Babar Azam reached a significant career milestone during the Big Bash League (BBL) 15, drawing level with former England captain Jos Buttler in the T20 record books. Representing the Sydney Sixers against the Melbourne Renegades at Docklands Stadium, Babar anchored a successful chase with an unbeaten 58 off 46 deliveries. Babar Azam matches …

In the electrifying 20th match of BBL|15 at The Gabba in Brisbane on January 2, 2026, Melbourne Stars posted a formidable 195/6 against Brisbane Heat, who won the toss and opted to field under the floodlights. ​ Stars’ aggressive batting set a challenging target of 9.75 runs per over, fuelled by explosive starts and late fireworks, leaving Heat with a steep chase …

In a pulse-pounding New Year’s Day clash at the Wanderers, Joburg Super Kings edged Durban’s Super Giants in SA20 2025-26‘s first-ever Super Over, thanks to Donovan Ferreira‘s lightning-fast run-out on the final ball. Captain Faf du Plessis hailed the moment as reminiscent of MS Dhoni‘s legendary 2016 T20 World Cup heroics, crediting sharp wicketkeeping instincts for forcing the tie. This …

As the Indian cricket team pivots toward a busy 2026 schedule, former opener and commentator Aakash Chopra has officially weighed in with his preferred 15-man squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand. The series, which kicks off on January 11, 2026, in Vadodara, serves as a crucial building block for the ODI setup following a highly competitive …

Paarl Royals host MI Cape Town in a crucial early-season SA20 clash at Boland Park, where home advantage and conditions could be decisive in what shapes as a tight contest.​ Both teams are searching for consistency after mixed starts to the SA20 2025-26 campaign, making this fixture important for momentum and table position.​ Paarl Royals bounced back from a 137-run …

England have announced a 12-man squad for the fifth and final Test of the Ashes 2025-26 against Australia, scheduled to be played at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) from January 4 to 8. With the Ashes already decided in record time, England will be aiming to carry momentum from their morale-boosting Melbourne victory and end the tour on a …

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are currently navigating a PR storm as they prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season with Mustafizur Rahman in their ranks. While the player’s talent is undeniable, his inclusion has triggered intense backlash directed at Shah Rukh Khan and the KKR management. The bashing isn’t about talent or paperwork; it is fueled almost …