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India vs South Africa 1st T20I: Cuttack pitch report, key stadium stats
Reports suggest that a red-soil surface is likely to be used for the IND vs SA 1st T20I, offering more support for fast bowlers.
 "India vs South Africa 1st T20I: Cuttack pitch report, key stadium stats")
Green, de Kock part of 350 players listed for IPL 2026 auction on Dec 16
On December 16, IPL 2026 auction is scheduled to start at 2:30 PM IST in Abu Dhabi. All the ten IPL franchisees are set to spent around Rs 237.55 crore to fill up 77 available slots.
 "Green, de Kock part of 350 players listed for IPL 2026 auction on Dec 16")
England pacer Mark Wood ruled out of Ashes series with knee injury
Mark Wood said that even after multiple injections and aggressive treatment, the flare-up turned out to be "worse than feared."
 "England pacer Mark Wood ruled out of Ashes series with knee injury")
Key wicket for us: Aiden Markram on Abhishek Sharma before T20I opener
Aiden Markram also emphasized that the current crop of players combines entertainment with opportunities to play T20 leagues globally, pushing the game in an exciting direction.
 "Key wicket for us: Aiden Markram on Abhishek Sharma before T20I opener")
Shubman Gill feeling 'much better' after his neck injury rehab at CoE
The T20 vice-captain would be looking for some strong performances against the Proteas upon his return to action.
 "Shubman Gill feeling 'much better' after his neck injury rehab at CoE")
SMAT 2025 Super League: Teams qualified, full schedule, live streaming
The Super League round, scheduled to begin on December 12, will feature the top two teams from each Elite Group.
 "SMAT 2025 Super League: Teams qualified, full schedule, live streaming")
Sanju got enough chances: Suryakumar Yadav on Gill vs Samson debate
Surya highlighted the importance of flexibility in the T20I lineup, explaining that players from positions three to seven must be adaptable.
 "Sanju got enough chances: Suryakumar Yadav on Gill vs Samson debate")
Team India penalized for slow over-rate vs South Africa in 2nd ODI
The fine was imposed by Richie Richardson, a member of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees.
 "Team India penalized for slow over-rate vs South Africa in 2nd ODI")
Steve Smith dismisses talk of rift with Nathan Lyon after 2nd Test omission
Lyon had described his mood as "absolutely filthy" after he was dropped by Australia for the first time in 13 years in a home Test.
 "Steve Smith dismisses talk of rift with Nathan Lyon after 2nd Test omission")
'I was tired and bowled illegally,' admits Shakib on County suspension
The umpires called Shakib's action during a first-class game for Surrey against Somerset in Taunton in which he had bowled close to 65 overs across two innings.
 "'I was tired and bowled illegally,' admits Shakib on County suspension")
Virat Kohli, Washington Sundar visit Simhachalam Temple in Vizag to pray
Team India defeated South Africa by nine wickets, sealing the series 2-1 with a dominant win in the final match in Vizag
 "Virat Kohli, Washington Sundar visit Simhachalam Temple in Vizag to pray")
Steve Smith's brilliance propels Australia to victory; Take 2-0 Ashes lead
There were some theatrics involving the Australia captain and England's strike pace bowler, with Smith telling Archer to bowl faster after ducking a bouncer.
 "Steve Smith's brilliance propels Australia to victory; Take 2-0 Ashes lead")
Gambhir defends India's Test loss, slams critics in fiery press conference
In a heated press conference on Saturday, Gambhir didn't hold back, addressing the widespread media speculation about his coaching abilities following the Test series loss.
 "Gambhir defends India's Test loss, slams critics in fiery press conference")
Wedding called off: Smriti Mandhana confirms amid media speculation
In her statement, Mandhana addressed the growing rumors and emphasized her need for privacy during this difficult time.
 "Wedding called off: Smriti Mandhana confirms amid media speculation")
Ranchi was special: Virat Kohli picks his best knock after series win vs SA
Kohli admitted that the Ranchi hundred held deeper meaning, especially since he had not played competitive cricket since the Australia tour.
 "Ranchi was special: Virat Kohli picks his best knock after series win vs SA")
India vs South Africa HIGHLIGHTS 3rd ODI: Jaiswal-Kuldeep shine as India clinch the series 2-1
India vs South Africa 3rd ODI highlights: Kuldeep Yadav ended as the top wicket-taker in the series, while Virat Kohli was the top run scorer
Starc shines in all-round show as Australia closes in on huge Ashes victory
Mitchell Starc has been menacing England with the ball in this Ashes series. Now he's doing damage with the bat, too.
 "Starc shines in all-round show as Australia closes in on huge Ashes victory")
Jaiswal becomes sixth Indian batter to score century in all three formats
Before Jaiswal, Suresh Raina, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill were the five Indian batters with centuries in all formats of international cricket
 "Jaiswal becomes sixth Indian batter to score century in all three formats")
Rohit Sharma becomes fourth Indian to score 20,000 runs across formats
Rohit had also broken Shahid Afridi's record for the most sixes in ODI cricket, demonstrating that even after years at the international level, he remains a formidable force.
 "Rohit Sharma becomes fourth Indian to score 20,000 runs across formats")
IND vs SA 3rd ODI live streaming: Where to watch today's cricket match?
The live telecast for the 3rd ODI between India and South Africa will be available on Star Sports Network in India
