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Rishabh Pant has successfully returned to competitive cricket, captaining India A in a four-day match against South Africa A after a challenging recovery from a foot fracture. He described the rehabilitation process as demanding, emphasizing the crucial role of positivity and the facilities and support at the Centre of Excellence in his comeback. Source link

Australia secured a four-wicket victory over India in the second T20I, with Josh Hazlewood’s exceptional bowling restricting India to 125. Abhishek Sharma was a lone warrior with 68. Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head then led Australia’s chase, ensuring a 1-0 series lead after the first match was washed out. Source link

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan slammed India’s batting collapse against Australia, calling it a “mismatch.” Despite Abhishek Sharma’s valiant 68, India were bowled out for 125. Pathan praised Abhishek’s effort but suggested improvements in powerplay strategy. Australia comfortably chased the target, leading the series 1-0. The 3rd T20I will be played on Sunday. Source link

Jemimah Rodrigues starred in India’s stunning five-wicket win over Australia in the Women’s ODI World Cup semifinal, scoring an unbeaten 127 and being named Player of the Match and Best Fielder. Her exceptional batting, supported by crucial partnerships and cameos, led India to their highest-ever World Cup chase, securing a spot in the final against […]

Goa, India, is host the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 from October 31 to November 27. World champion D Gukesh leads a strong 24-member Indian contingent, with Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa seeded second and third. The tournament offers qualifying spots for the Candidates 2026, with the top three advancing. Source link

Australia’s pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood will miss the remainder of the T20I series against India to focus on domestic cricket and prepare for the Ashes. Hazlewood’s absence is a relief for Indian batters after his match-winning spell in the second T20I. Abhishek Sharma, despite facing Hazlewood’s precision, enjoyed the challenge of batting against a world-class […]

The Hundred is introducing its first player auction in March 2026, alongside multi-year contracts, to boost competitiveness and squad flexibility. Significant salary cap increases for both men’s and women’s competitions are planned, with new rules for pre-auction signings and a continued Wildcard Draft. Source link

While India’s men faced defeat, young star Abhishek Sharma celebrated the women’s historic World Cup final qualification. Jemimah Rodrigues’s unbeaten 127 powered a record chase against Australia, inspiring the men’s team. Despite a tough loss for the men, the women’s triumph brings pride, with both teams now aiming for World Cup glory. Source link

Despite India’s four-wicket loss to Australia in the second T20I, Captain Suryakumar Yadav lauded opener Abhishek Sharma’s aggressive 68 off 37 balls. His fearless approach was highlighted as a positive, even as the team collapsed early. The skipper emphasized the need for a disciplined batting performance, similar to the first T20I, to secure future victories. […]

Abhishek Sharma’s valiant 68 and Harshit Rana’s steady 35 were the lone bright spots as India faltered to 125 against Australia. Despite their efforts, Australia chased down the target comfortably, with Mitchell Marsh’s 46 leading the charge. Josh Hazlewood’s exceptional bowling crippled India’s top order, securing a four-wicket win and a 1-0 series lead. Source […]