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'We just crack on': Cummins fires back as Australia shrug off 'weakest Ashes side' tag
Australia has reclaimed the Ashes urn. The team secured a 3-0 lead over England with two Tests remaining. This victory came despite disruptions to the Australian squad. Players found ways to win, showcasing team depth. The urn is now back in Australia. Pre-series predictions have proven incorrect. Source link
Pakistan Cricket Board begs for bids; PSL deadline pushed again
The Pakistan Cricket Board has extended the bid submission deadline for its two new Pakistan Super League franchises by another two days, marking the second postponement. This delay is reportedly due to lukewarm interest and subpar technical bids, with the final auction scheduled for January 6. Meanwhile, the future of the Multan Sultans remains uncertain […]
'Jaiswal deserved spot over Ishan': Ex-India batter calls out India’s T20 World Cup picks
Former opener Wasim Jaffer has voiced strong opinions on India’s 2026 T20 World Cup squad, advocating for Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jitesh Sharma over Ishan Kishan and Washington Sundar. Jaffer’s critique follows Shubman Gill’s surprising omission. Axar Patel is now vice-captain. The tournament, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, sees the defending champions in Group A. […]
'He respected the game': Ashwin explains how Ishan earned his T20 World Cup recall
Ishan Kishan has earned his way back into India’s T20 World Cup squad after a dominant Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign, leading Jharkhand to their first title. He emerged as the tournament’s top scorer with 517 runs. Ravichandran Ashwin highlighted Kishan’s renewed respect for domestic cricket as the key to his successful return, emphasizing dedication […]
'It hurts, it sucks' – Ben Stokes opens up after Australia seal Ashes series
Australia clinched the Ashes with an 82-run victory over England in the third Test, securing an unassailable 3-0 series lead. Despite a late fightback from England, Australia’s bowlers broke through, leading to a dominant home series triumph. Captain Pat Cummins praised his team’s resolve, while England’s Ben Stokes acknowledged Australia’s superior execution. Source link
Conway etches his name in history, becomes the first to achieve this feat…
Devon Conway etched his name in New Zealand cricket history by becoming the first player to score a double-century and a century in the same Test match. His monumental 227 in the first innings and a subsequent 100 in the second guided New Zealand to a dominant position. This remarkable achievement places him among an […]
Ex-India cricketer calls Gill snub 'damage control', says selectors 'got carried away'
Shubman Gill’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad omission is seen as a strategic correction, not a snub. Experts suggest selectors are prioritizing defined roles and recent T20 form over past Test heroics. This shift emphasizes specialists for specific game phases, reflecting a pragmatic approach to team composition for the tournament. Source link
Ashes done and dusted: England fall short despite lower-order heroics, Australia win third Test
Australia has clinched the Ashes, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead with two Tests remaining after a thrilling fifth-day victory in Adelaide. Mitchell Starc’s crucial wickets thwarted England’s spirited chase, denying them a record-breaking fourth-innings run-fest. Despite a valiant effort, England fell short, extending their long winless streak in Australia. Source link
How BCCI’s 'Project Shubman Gill' collapsed: Inside the shocking omission
Shubman Gill’s injury opened the door for Sanju Samson, but sources reveal the team management had already planned to replace Gill at the top due to a lack of runs. This move signals a shift in strategy for the T20 World Cup, with the team management moving on from Gill as the all-format leader. Source […]
