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  • India captain Shubman Gill admitted that his team failed to seize control in the crucial middle overs during their seven-wicket loss to New Zealand in the second ODI at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Wednesday. Gill felt that the inability to pick up wickets during that phase made defending the total extremely difficult.
  • An inexplicable batting collapse in the death overs limited UP Warriorz to a below par 154 for eight. The Meg Lanning-side lost as many as six wickets in the last five overs and managed just 24 runs.
  • Kiwi batter Daryl Mitchell’s unbeaten 131 eclipsed KL Rahul’s 112 as New Zealand beat India by seven wickets in the second ODI at Rajkot, levelling the series 1-1. Chasing 285, the visitors finished at 286/3. Mitchell and Will Young added 162, while New Zealand’s spinners outbowled India’s on a slow pitch.
  • Mohammad Rizwan's 'retired out' decision in the BBL sparked debate in Pakistan, with some calling it disrespectful. Former cricketer Kamran Akmal acknowledged the situation but stressed the need for modern T20 players to adapt their strike rate to evolving league demands.
  • Meg Lanning became the third player to cross 1,000 runs in WPL history during WPL 2026, reaching the milestone against Delhi Capitals. With 1,050 runs, she is the tournament’s second-highest run-scorer behind Nat Sciver-Brunt. Formerly Delhi Capitals’ captain, Lanning now leads UP Warriorz. The WPL 2026 runs from January 9 to February 5, with the […]
  • In a landmark decision, the Mumbai Cricket Association has decided to introduce central contracts for Mumbai's domestic players for the 2026-27 domestic season. The association took the big call in its Apex Council meeting at its BKC facility on Wednesday. The move will provide those Mumbai players who don’t play for India and in the […]
  • Rahul brought up his eighth ODI hundred in the 49th over by hitting Kyle Jamieson’s full toss for a six. He reached the landmark in 87 balls and remained not out on 112, scoring 11 fours and one six.
  • Despite a lean run in 2025, India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav has been backed strongly by Harbhajan Singh, who called him the “No.1 player in T20Is” and tipped him to shine at the World Cup. Harbhajan also expressed confidence in India defending the title, praised Virat Kohli’s impact across formats, and voiced concern over the […]
  • Virat Kohli's dismissal in the second ODI against New Zealand echoed his World Cup final exit, losing his stumps to a delivery close to his body. Despite the early setback, Kohli achieved a significant milestone, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar to become India's highest ODI run-scorer against New Zealand. He now trails only Ricky Ponting globally.
  • Shreyas Iyer revealed he only realised the seriousness of his spleen injury from the Australia ODI after being hospitalised, calling the pain “excruciatingly painful”. The setback forced him to slow down and reflect. Following medical advice, he recovered well and returned strongly, scoring 49 against New Zealand while trusting his instincts and focusing on team […]
  • Virat Kohli has reclaimed the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings after a stellar 93 against New Zealand. This marks his 11th stint at the top, underscoring his enduring dominance and a remarkable sequence of recent performances. The Indian great continues his pursuit of Sachin Tendulkar's records, solidifying his legacy as a premier […]
  • Despite Bangladesh Cricket Board's refusal to send its team to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns, a Bangladeshi umpire is officiating in an ongoing ODI series on Indian soil. This highlights the ICC's independent appointment process for neutral match officials, even amidst strained bilateral relations.
  • Wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma expressed devastation after learning of his T20 World Cup 2026 omission, admitting the news came as a shock without prior communication. Despite initial heartbreak, he accepted the selectors' reasoning after discussions. Jitesh found solace in family and guidance from Dinesh Karthik to move past the disappointment.
  • Former chief selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth has fiercely criticised Ayush Badoni's ODI call-up, questioning the selection basis and hinting at favouritism. Srikkanth argued against Badoni's all-rounder status and highlighted inconsistent selection criteria. The team management, however, defended the move, citing Badoni as a like-for-like replacement for the injured Washington Sundar to ensure team balance.
  • Ayush Badoni joins the Indian ODI squad for the New Zealand series. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak highlighted Badoni's consistent performances for India A and in the IPL. He offers a valuable sixth bowling option. Badoni's inclusion provides flexibility to the team's bowling attack. He has a strong record in List A and IPL cricket.
  • Four US cricketers of Pakistani origin are awaiting visa clearance to participate in the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. They completed their appointments at the Indian High Commission in Colombo, with the process involving additional scrutiny due to their origins. The US squad is currently in Sri Lanka for a preparatory camp.
  • The Indian cricket team is adapting to new batting strategies for ODIs following a rule change allowing only one ball per innings after the 34th over. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak highlighted the need for a new approach, especially for the death overs, as older balls become softer and harder to hit.
  • Ravindra Jadeja is under scrutiny to maintain his position as India's premier ODI spin-bowling all-rounder. Axar Patel is reportedly the preferred choice for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Jadeja is on trial to prove his relevance in the team's future ODI plans. The team management is building a pool of backups for all positions.
  • Team India aims to address new ball bowling and middle-overs spin concerns after a close win against New Zealand. With Washington Sundar injured, the team looks to its strong top order and a returning middle order to maintain their home ODI series unbeaten streak.
  • Speculation arose after US cricketer Ali Khan's social media post suggested visa denials for Pakistan-origin players ahead of the T20 World Cup. Officials clarified that no visas have been rejected; applications for four US players of Pakistani origin are undergoing standard administrative review, a routine process for such cases.