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Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 Round-Up: Pant, Axar tons help Delhi, Gujarat win

Rishabh Pant, who was earlier today announced as India's back-up keeper for the ODI series vs New Zealand, guided Delhi to a clinical chase vs Services

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 Round-Up: Pant, Axar tons help Delhi, Gujarat win
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 7:09 PM IST

India ODI squad announcement HIGHLIGHTS: Gill returns as captain; Iyer's return subject to fitness

Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul picked up as wicket-keeper batter, with no place for Shami. Shreyas Iyer has been named Gill's deputy.

India ODI squad announcement HIGHLIGHTS: Gill returns as captain; Iyer's return subject to fitness
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 5:40 PM IST

IND vs NZ ODIs: Shami overlooked once again; Reddy returns to ODI squad

Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Hardik Pandya have been rested for the series, with Prasidh Krishna and Nitish Kumar Reddy making a comeback in the 50-over format

IND vs NZ ODIs: Shami overlooked once again; Reddy returns to ODI squad
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 5:21 PM IST

IPL 2026: KKR confirms release of Mustafizur Rahman after BCCI diktat

Mustafizur Rahman was brought by KKR during the IPL 2026 auction for a mammoth ₹9.20 crore price tag

IPL 2026: KKR confirms release of Mustafizur Rahman after BCCI diktat
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 4:42 PM IST

Hardik Pandya fires five sixes in an over in VHT, storms to 133 for Mumbai

Pandya hit an overall 11 sixes and eight fours to turn the tables on Vidarbha, who had taken control of the game by reducing Baroda to 71 for five at one stage and then 136 for six in the first half

Hardik Pandya fires five sixes in an over in VHT, storms to 133 for Mumbai
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 3:29 PM IST

Pakistan hand ICC provisional T20 WC list, official announcement pending

Teams are permitted to make changes to their provisional squads until January 31 without seeking approval from the ICC

Pakistan hand ICC provisional T20 WC list, official announcement pending
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 3:24 PM IST

Shreyas Iyer set to return with Jan 6 Vijay Hazare Trophy match vs Himachal

Iyer sustained the injury during India's third and final ODI against Australia in Sydney in October 2025

Shreyas Iyer set to return with Jan 6 Vijay Hazare Trophy match vs Himachal
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 2:58 PM IST

India to England: Squads of all 20 teams for ICC T20 World Cup 2026

The 2026 T20 World Cup will feature twenty teams competing in four groups of five teams each

India to England: Squads of all 20 teams for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 1:08 PM IST

New BCCI Diktat on Bangladesh Players? Will India tour BAN in September?

Earlier, the series was postponed with the reports citing a busy schedule for the Indian team as one of the reasons for the postponement.

New BCCI Diktat on Bangladesh Players? Will India tour BAN in September?
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

IPL 2026: Here's why BCCI asked KKR to release Bangladesh's Mustafizur

KKR had secured Rahman's services for a hefty Rs 9.20 crore, significantly higher than his base price of Rs 2 crore, after a fierce bidding battle involving Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026: Here's why BCCI asked KKR to release Bangladesh's Mustafizur
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

How many Bangladeshi cricketers are set to participate in IPL 2026?

While seven Bangladesh players were included in the auction list, only Mustafizur Rahman attracted the attention of a franchise.

How many Bangladeshi cricketers are set to participate in IPL 2026?
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 11:17 AM IST

Controversy erupts as J&K cricketer wears helmet with Palestinian flag

According to official sources, the player, identified as Furqan Ul Haq from South Kashmir, was participating in a match at K C Door, Muthi, located on the outskirts of Jammu city.

Controversy erupts as J&K cricketer wears helmet with Palestinian flag
Updated On : 03 Jan 2026 | 9:24 AM IST

Sai Sudharsan injured with rib fracture, set to return for IPL 2026

Prior to the injury, Sudharsan had experienced mild discomfort in his rib cage after being struck during net practice about a week earlier.

Sai Sudharsan injured with rib fracture, set to return for IPL 2026
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 5:38 PM IST

Team India to play 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is vs Bangladesh in September 2026

India's tour will begin with the ODI series, with matches scheduled for September 1, 3, and 6.

Team India to play 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is vs Bangladesh in September 2026
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

Ex-PAK coach Gillespie slams PCB for humiliation and poor communication

Gillespie expressed his frustration with the lack of communication surrounding Nielsen's departure.

Ex-PAK coach Gillespie slams PCB for humiliation and poor communication
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Mumbai Indians unveil new WPL 2026 jersey: A tribute to the city's pulse

The core theme behind the jersey is the "Wicket Pulse," symbolizing Mumbai's relentless momentum.

Mumbai Indians unveil new WPL 2026 jersey: A tribute to the city's pulse
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Australia's Usman Khawaja opens up on racial criticism ahead of retirement

While other teammates had similar incidents, such as playing golf or missing games for personal reasons, Khawaja believed he was unfairly singled out because of his race.

Australia's Usman Khawaja opens up on racial criticism ahead of retirement
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 10:40 AM IST

Nicholas Lee to become India women's strength and conditioning coach

Englishman Nicholas Lee will take over as the new strength and conditioning coach of the Indian women's cricket team after the conclusion of the Women's Premier League.

Nicholas Lee to become India women's strength and conditioning coach
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 9:47 AM IST

Usman Khawaja announces retirement after final Ashes Test in Sydney

At 39, Khawaja made the decision to call time on his remarkable Test career, which began in 2011.

Usman Khawaja announces retirement after final Ashes Test in Sydney
Updated On : 02 Jan 2026 | 9:25 AM IST

Full list of Afghanistan and Bangladesh cricket team matches for 2026

Both teams will have sights set for the upcoming T20 World Cup itself and will hope to pack a powerful punch in February and try to reach the knockout stages of the oturnament this year as well.

Full list of Afghanistan and Bangladesh cricket team matches for 2026
Updated On : 01 Jan 2026 | 4:46 PM IST