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The first Test between Bangladesh and Ireland, held at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, witnessed a spectacular batting display on Day 3 as Bangladesh posted a mammoth total largely powered by twin centuries from Mahmudul Hasan Joy and Najmul Hossain Shanto. After Ireland set a competitive first innings score of 286, Bangladesh’s batters took command of the match, setting the …

The two-match Test series between India and South Africa is set to commence this Friday (November 14) at the historic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The fixture marks the return of the Proteas to India for a Test series, a venue where they last toured in 2019 and were clean-swept 3-0 by the dominant hosts. South Africa aims to end decade-long …

West Indies have confirmed their 15-member squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting November 16 in Christchurch. The announcement comes just a day after the hosts secured a 3-1 victory in the T20I leg, leaving the Caribbean side eager to reset and regroup ahead of the 50-over challenge. With several fresh faces and a notable comeback, the …

The cricketing world is gearing up for an exciting showdown as India and South Africa prepare to lock horns in a two-match Test series starting November 14 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. With both teams known for their rich history in red-ball cricket, the series promises gripping battles, decisive sessions, and potential twists that could shape the narrative …

Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has outlined a targeted three-player strategy that he believes the Chennai franchise should pursue in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mega-auction to address specific vulnerabilities exposed during their disappointing previous campaign. Despite the buzz surrounding a trade for Sanju Samson, Ashwin pointed out that CSK still has significant gaps …

In a commanding all-round display, New Zealand defeated West Indies by eight wickets in the fifth and final T20I at the University Oval, wrapping up the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 with a 3-1 series triumph. With the fourth T20I washed out, the hosts ensured there was no room for surprises, producing a disciplined bowling performance followed by …

The highly anticipated ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is now perfectly set for the second match, with the hosts holding a slender 1-0 lead after clinching a narrow six-run victory in the thrilling series opener. The first match was a high-scoring affair that saw Pakistan’s middle order, led by an exceptional century from Salman Ali Agha (105*), rescue …

Sydney Sixers Women will face the Hobart Hurricanes Women in the 7th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2025-26, scheduled for November 13. The match will be played at North Sydney Oval, Sydney, a venue known for its batting-friendly pitch with consistent pace and bounce, often resulting in high-scoring encounters above 150 runs. The clear weather forecast promises perfect conditions for a thrilling T20 contest. The Sixers Women come into this match in excellent form after a dominant 10-wicket victory over Perth Scorchers. Their batting lineup is powered by Ellyse Perry and Sophia Dunkley, …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is a thrilling theatre of strategy and bidding wars, with every franchise, including big spenders like Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders, aiming to perfect their roster. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have built a dynasty on shrewd, often conservative, spending, but when they do raise their paddle highest, it’s for a player they …

The much-anticipated India vs South Africa Test series is just around the corner, and ahead of the first Test at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has revealed his predicted playing XI for Team India. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, the Men in Blue will take on Temba Bavuma’s South Africa, the reigning …