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Shreyas Iyer has been discharged from a Sydney hospital after suffering a ruptured spleen and rib cage injury during a match against Australia. He sustained the injury while attempting a catch, leading to ICU treatment. Iyer is now recovering in Sydney and will return to India when medically cleared. Source link

Abhishek Sharma showcased remarkable composure and strokeplay, scoring a fluent half-century despite wickets tumbling around him in India’s T20I defeat. Former spinner R Ashwin lauded the young opener, calling him India’s next batting superstar and highlighting his dedication to improving his technique by learning from legends like Brian Lara. Source link

Irfan Pathan criticizes India’s batting order instability after a collapse against Australia. He stressed the need for defined player roles, particularly advocating for Suryakumar Yadav at number three and questioning Sanju Samson’s fluctuating batting position. Pathan warned Samson about the importance of consistent performances to retain team support. Source link

Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a match-winning unbeaten 127 against Australia in the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup semifinals, overcoming severe anxiety. She revealed her emotional struggle and the crucial support from teammates, emphasizing the importance of seeking help for mental health challenges. Rodrigues’s resilient performance secured India’s victory and a place in the finals. Source link

Navi Mumbai gears up for a historic Women’s Cricket World Cup Final as India faces South Africa on Sunday. Eloise Sheridan and Jacquline Williams will officiate the championship match, where both nations aim for their maiden title. The Proteas’ semi-final triumph over England saw this experienced umpiring duo in action, setting the stage for an […]

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Ravichandran Ashwin has criticised India’s team management for excluding Arshdeep Singh from the playing XI against Australia. Ashwin argued that if experimentation was the goal, Jasprit Bumrah should have been rested instead of Arshdeep, India’s leading T20I wicket-taker. He emphasised Arshdeep’s consistent performance and asserted his right to a regular spot in the team. Source […]

Pakistan’s Babar Azam has become the leading scorer in men’s T20 internationals, surpassing Rohit Sharma. Azam achieved this milestone during Pakistan’s dominant nine-wicket victory over South Africa, leveling the series. Youngster Saim Ayub also shone with an unbeaten 71, guiding Pakistan to a swift chase after their bowlers restricted South Africa to 110. Source link

Parvez Rasool, the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India, reflects on his impactful career and looks back on his retirement. He highlights the significant progress in J&K cricket, attributing it to opening doors for aspiring players. Rasool also discusses the challenges faced by domestic performers from smaller states and the overshadowing effect […]

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the board’s commitment to boosting women’s red-ball cricket, aiming for more Test matches and multi-day domestic games. He highlighted the growing support for women’s cricket, evident in recent performances and the impact of the WPL, stating a World Cup win could mirror the 1983 men’s triumph in terms of influence. […]