Heavy rain over the past few days has kept the Chepauk pitch under covers. A green tinge suggested that it could help the seamers in overcast conditions. What lay beneath it was a matter of curiosity for both teams, when it came to choosing the XI and to deciding what to do on winning the … Read more
It was a day of left-handers as Devdutt Padikkal (199), Sai Sudharsan (91), Yash Rathod (66) and Washington Sundar (51 not out) piled on the runs for India A against New Zealand A on a very windy day at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval in Lincoln. The visitors finished Day Three on 488/8 in 119 overs, … Read more
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Monday bid farewell to their batting coach Michael Hussey ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season and the impending auction. The Australian had been with the franchise since 2018, with his departure ending an association that went over 8 years. “From the very first season in 2008, you … Read more
New Delhi: Premier India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is likely to feature in the third unofficial Test against New Zealand A, while Rishabh Pant is also in contention for a place in the playing XI for the match, starting November 7 in Lincoln, according to a report. Both players are currently training at the BCCI’s Centre … Read more
Oklahoma City Thunder standout Jalen Williams was removed from the game following a lower leg injury sustained during competition against the L.A. Clippers. The moment proved profoundly moving, as his Oklahoma City Thunder colleagues struggled to maintain their composure. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fights back tears Shai Gilgeous-Alexander visibly fought to suppress his emotions during the game, … Read more
Jasprit Bumrah Injury Update: Jasprit Bumrah is expected to travel to New Zealand for India’s upcoming two-match Test series, scheduled to begin on November 19, after visiting the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru. The fast bowler is reportedly awaiting fitness clearance from the medical team before … Read more
Ash Gardner, Australia’s vice-captain and skipper of the Sydney Sixers, has spoken publicly for the first time about the challenging personal circumstances she has faced in recent months. The all-rounder made her remarks at the Sixers’ season launch held in North Sydney, where she reflected on how cricket has provided her with a vital outlet … Read more
It was a short ball, well outside the off stump from Kagiso Rabada. Yet Steve Smith went for the pull shot. The ball took the top edge and climbed high up into the Gqeberha sky as Matthew Breetzke settled underneath it at midwicket. He juggled it twice and eventually held on, ending Smith’s innings on … Read more
India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel has revealed a strategic plan to manage the team’s workload during the ongoing New Zealand tour. The plan includes keeping a separate group of bowlers as back-ups for the two-match Test series against the Kiwis next month. The decision follows consideration of the demanding schedule in New Zealand, which includes … Read more
Deepti Sharma expressed her joy after finally achieving an ODI century, ending nearly a decade-long wait. In a match against Zimbabwe during the ICC Women’s Championship in Vadodara, she delivered an outstanding unbeaten innings of 106 runs, leading India to a decisive 121-run victory at Kotambi Stadium and securing the series. This century marks her … Read more