Shashwat Nishant

Australia have a 1-0 lead going into the 2nd Ashes Test in Gabba and would be looking to take a healthy 2-0 lead in the 5-match Test series.

Ruturaj Gaikwad and Virat Kohli's century goes in vain as the series will now be decided in the third ODI at Visakhapatnam

Ayub achieved a career-high 295 rating points after taking a wicket for 17 runs in his four overs and scoring a quick 36 with the bat vs SL.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage draw is set for Friday, December 5, 2025, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

India have kept most of the squad that won the T20I series in Australia, with one major boost, Hardik Pandya returns after recovering from a left quadricep injury.

With both teams entering Raipur eager to correct mistakes and build momentum, the second ODI promises another competitive contest.

Kohli produced a masterclass under pressure, steadying the innings after early wickets and ensuring India stayed on track for a big total.

After losing their 19th consecutive ODI toss, India batted first and got off to a strong start, with Rohit and Kohli putting together a century-plus partnership.

The first ODI in Ranchi was a pulsating contest, with India narrowly defeating South Africa by 17 runs in a high-scoring affair.

Kohli last appeared in a domestic 50-over match for Delhi in the NKP Salve Challenger Trophy in September 2013, while his previous Vijay Hazare Trophy outing dates back to the 2009-10 season.

As IND head toward the knockout stage, a few concerns persist. The defence has barely been challenged in the first two games, leaving keepers Prince Deep Singh and Bikramjit Singh with little to do.

Russia's sports minister, Mikhail Degtyaryov, announced the outcome on social media, describing it as a significant legal victory.

The tournament unfolds across two major venues, Chennai's Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium and the Madurai International Hockey Stadium, reflecting India's rising stature as a global hub.

Rana, who took 3/65 in the first ODI against South Africa, including two early breakthroughs, admitted he lost some control in the death overs but is committed to improving.

The second ODI will take place on Wednesday at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur.

Opening the innings for Bihar, Vaibhav crafted a magnificent unbeaten 108 off 61 balls, guiding his team to 176/3 in 20 overs.

One surprising omission from the longlist is Glenn Maxwell. The Australian allrounder, bought by Punjab Kings for INR 4.2 crore last year, is recovering from a fractured finger.

The West Indies will be strengthened by the return of veteran fast bowler Kemar Roach, whose experience and skill with the new ball add depth to their bowling unit.

Hardik is set to play his first match in nearly two and a half months in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), representing Baroda against Punjab on Tuesday in Hyderabad.

Gavaskar reminded fans of the positive collaboration between the two cricketing nations, noting India's role in South Africa's re-entry into international cricket after more than 20 years of isolation