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An Australian teenager, Ben Austin, has tragically died after being struck by a cricket ball in a practice session in Melbourne. The 17-year-old was training in the nets on Tuesday, October 29, when the fatal accident occurred, immediately drawing heartbreaking parallels to the death of Test cricketer Phillip Hughes in 2014. Despite being rushed to the hospital and placed on …

England’s legendary fast bowler James Anderson was officially knighted during a prestigious ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, October 28. The 43-year-old pacer received the honour from Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, recognizing his monumental contributions to the sport over a remarkable 22-year career. During the investiture ceremony, Anderson was joined by his wife Daniella and their two daughters, Lola …

Maharashtra celebrated a memorable 144-run win over Chandigarh in the Ranji Trophy, but it was a heartwarming moment off the field that captured the cricketing world’s attention. Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was named Player of the Match for his impressive contributions across both innings, chose to share the honour with teammate Prithvi Shaw, whose awe-inspiring double century became the narrative highlight …

KL Rahul, the talented wicketkeeper-batter, is one of those rare players who possess the adaptability to consistently excel regardless of the team, role, or management structure he is placed under. His career in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been defined by a constant readiness to embrace new challenges, a trait that has polished his skills through stints with five …

West Indies continued their impressive run in Bangladesh, securing the T20I series with one match still to play after defeating the hosts by 14 runs in the second T20I at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium. The visitors showed grit with both bat and ball, defending a modest total of 149/9 to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in …

The first T20I between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan kicked off at the Harare Sports Club, setting the stage for an intense battle in the ongoing Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe. Afghanistan, batting first, posted a formidable total of 180/6 in their 20 overs, thanks to a blistering innings by opener Ibrahim Zadran and valuable contributions from others. Zimbabwe’s chase was shattered by …

Australia’s batting mainstay Steve Smith has announced his return to domestic cricket in style, smashing a sublime century for New South Wales (NSW) against Queensland in the ongoing Sheffield Shield encounter. The knock comes at a crucial time as the Aussies prepare for the upcoming Ashes series, beginning November 21 in Perth. Steve Smith returns to form ahead of Ashes …

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have once again found themselves at a crucial transition point ahead of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. With veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announcing his retirement from the IPL, the five-time champions are searching for a worthy replacement who can uphold their spin legacy at Chepauk. Chennai Super Kings begin hunt for Ravichandran Ashwin’s successor According …

The Indian middle-order powerhouse, Suryakumar Yadav, continued his blistering form and devastating six-hitting ability during the first T20I of the five-match series against Australia in Canberra. This performance saw the aggressive batter reach an extraordinary landmark, joining an extremely exclusive club of players who have consistently cleared the ropes in the shortest format of the game. His sensational display showcased …

Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez has sparked controversy on social media after Pakistan’s humiliating 55-run loss to South Africa in the first T20 International at Rawalpindi. Hafeez, known for his outspoken views, didn’t mince words as he criticized both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the national team’s performance. Mohammad Hafeez’s scathing tweet targets Pakistan’s standards Following the defeat, Hafeez …