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We go into every match with ruthless mindset: Parunika after U19 WC SF win

Not worrying about pressure and being "ruthless" have been the hallmark of the Indian team so far as it aims to retain the U19 Women's T20 World Cup here, said left-arm spinner Parunika Sisodia after guiding her side to the final of the prestigious tournament on Friday. India are just win away from retaining the title when they take on South Africa on Sunday and Parunika said the team enters every match with the determination to dominate. India crushed England by nine wickets to set up a summit clash with South Africa, who defeated Australia by five wickets in the other semifinal. "We have made it our motto that we are not going to worry about pressure, we are just going to enjoy the game. Whatever happens, we will go through it together. It's '11 against all'," Parunika, who returned excellent figures of 3/21 in four overs, told ICC after the match. "We have been playing together for seven or eight months. Our support staff has always been there and made sure we are together, mak

Yuvraj Singh-backed Canada Super60 League to be held in July in Toronto

Cricket Canada has announced that the inaugural edition of its much-anticipated Canada Super60 League, backed by India's World Cup-winning hero Yuvraj Singh, will begin here in July. The league will be held in collaboration with Star 333 Sports Inc. This league, championed by cricketing legend Yuvraj, is poised to elevate the game in Canada to unprecedented heights and promises to captivate fans across North America while nurturing the next generation of talent. The Canada Super60 League will be the first league in North America to feature both men's and women's competitions right from its inaugural year. The tournament will feature eight teams, each comprising a mix of local players, international stars, and a fixed quota of players from associate nations. "This structure aims to give more exposure to developing cricketing nations and showcase diverse talent. The inaugural season will take place in Toronto, with plans to expand to other cricket-loving cities of Canada," the ...

Sachin Tendulkar to be honoured with BCCI lifetime achievement award

Having played 664 international matches for India, he holds the record for the most runs in both Test and ODI cricket.

'Don't get friendly with Indian players', Moin Khan before Champions Trophy

While Moin emphasized the importance of respecting opponents, he believes that being overly friendly can have a detrimental effect on performance.

Maybe I wasn't able to deliver: says Wriddhiman Saha on 2022 India ouster

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha on Thursday acknowledged that his axing from the national side under Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure in 2022 was "not an injustice" but a decision based on team requirements. The 40-year-old Saha kept wickets at the iconic Eden Gardens one last time in Bengal's Ranji Trophy match against Punjab on Thursday. Despite being one of India's finest glovemen, Saha's international career effectively ended in 2021 when the new team management, led by head coach Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma, prioritised KS Bharat as Rishabh Pant's backup. His omission from the India squad for the home series against Sri Lanka in 2022 led to a rare outburst, as he shared dressing-room conversations with Dravid and then chief selector Chetan Sharma. "I wouldn't call it injustice. That would be selfish. Maybe it wasn't just one person's decision. Maybe I wasn't capable enough or didn't deliver as expected, so they made their choice," Saha told reporters here.

MI owners win bid for 49% stake in the Hundred's Oval Invincibles: Report

Mumbai Indians owners Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) are set to acquire a 49% stake in the Hundred franchise Oval Invincibles after winning a three-way bidding war in a virtual auction on Thursday, according to a report. RIL, owned by the Ambani family, has entered an exclusivity period to finalise agreements with Surrey, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), and financial advisors before completing the purchase, according to a report in 'ESPNCricinfo'. The winning bid reportedly values the franchise at 123 million pounds, meaning RIL will pay just over 60 million pounds for its 49% stake. RIL won a fiercely contested e-auction, fending off competition from a Silicon Valley tech consortium, comprising the chief executives of Google, Microsoft, and Adobe, as well as private equity giant CVC, the owners of IPL franchise Gujarat Titans, according to the report. Mumbai Indians are one of the most successful IPL franchises while Surrey are the richest English county club. Oval

Why Rohit Sharma won't travel to Lahore for Champions Trophy photoshoot?

Although the Champions Trophy usually features a captains' photoshoot and media event, this time, the PCB has opted to skip these due to timing and logistical challenges.

Champions Trophy: PCB, ICC to organise opening ceremony in Lahore on Feb 16

The PCB and ICC are also finalizing details for the captains' press conferences and photo shoots, which are expected to be held in Lahore on February 16, just ahead of the tournament's start.

ICC Women's U19 World Cup India vs England semi-final live streaming

England cricket team has been inconsistent, with two wins and two losses in the Super Six phase

What Kohli ate for lunch on Day 1 of Delhi vs Railways Ranji match?

Sanjay Jha revealed that Kohli, who used to love chicken chili in his younger days, has now shifted his preference to a vegetarian option.

MI Cape Town into SA20 playoffs with win vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape

MI Cape Town booked their maiden entry into the playoffs of the SA20 tournament here with a 10-wicket thrashing of defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape here. MI Cape Town will take on Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1 at Gqeberha on February 4 and the winner of the contest will make a direct entry into the final of the third edition of SA20. MI Cape Town were excellent from the beginning of the contest with Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch and Reeza Hendricks claiming fine catches to help dismiss the Sunrisers Eastern Cape for just 109. Corbin Bosch was the pick of the MI Cape Town bowlers, returning figures of 3.2-0-19-4, while only David Bedingham (45) and Andile Simelane (21) clicked with the bat for the Sunrisers. South Africa pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada returned 3-0-14-2, while Trent Boult was again tight with his spell of 4-0-25-1. In reply, Rassie van der Dussen (48 not out off 30 balls) and Ryan Rickelton (59 not out off 36 balls) thrashed the Sunrisers Eastern Cape bowlers to

Fan rushes to Virat Kohli to touch his feet during Ranji Trophy match

In a moment of compassion, Kohli was seen instructing the security team to let the fan leave peacefully, refusing to allow any harsh treatment.

Ranji Trophy 2025: Shardul Thakur takes hat-trick for Mumbai vs Meghalaya

Thakur's performance was all the more significant considering his previous match, where he had scored a blistering century for Mumbai in their loss to Jammu & Kashmir.

Ranji Trophy 2025: How to watch Kohli's domestic return against Railways?

Ranji Trophy - Delhi vs Railways live streaming: The live streaming of Virat Kohli's Ranji Trophy return match will be available on the JioCinema app and website.

SA20: Capitals sink Joburg to keep themselves alive in race to playoffs

A rejuvenated Pretoria Capitals registered a six-wicket bonus point victory over Joburg Super Kings to remain in the race for the SA20 playoff berth here. The Capitals restricted the Super Kings to a paltry 99 for 9 and then eased past the target losing just four wickets for a crucial win. With this win, the Capitals moved up to 14 points - just one point behind the fourth-placed Super Kings on 15. The captain's armband was also passed to Kyle Verreynne after Rilee Rossouw withdrew due to the birth of his child. Knowing that only a victory would keep their hopes of qualifying for the playoffs alive, the Capitals produced their most clinical performance of the season thus far. Will Jacks set the tone with the ball, conceding just two runs from his two overs in the Powerplay, which was just the confidence booster the Capitals required. Super Kings, on the other hand, were unable to set any form of a platform, especially after the in-form Devon Conway was forced to leave the field i

Best cricketer to umpire: All you need to know about the 2024 ICC Awards

India's Jasprit Bumrah was named men's cricketer and men's Test cricketer of the year, while his countryman Arshdeep Singh was named ICC men's T20I cricketer of the year

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice steps down weeks ahead of Champions Trophy

International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice has decided to step down just weeks before the Champions Trophy with a board member indicating that his failure to present a "clear picture" of host Pakistan's lack of preparedness is one of the multiple reasons behind the move. The 57-year-old joined the ICC in 2012 as General Manager of Cricket, coming from Cricket Australia, where he served as Cricket Operations Manager. He was appointed CEO of the ICC in November 2021, after having served as acting CEO for eight months. "It has been a privilege to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council and I am incredibly proud of the results we have achieved, from enhancing the global reach of cricket to the commercial foundation put in place for ICC Members," Allardice said in a statement. "I believe this is the right time for me to step down and pursue new challenges," he added. The official ICC statement made no mention of the exact reasons for Allardice's

New Zealand star Milie Kerr wins ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year

New Zealand all-rounder Melie Kerr made history on Tuesday by becoming the first Kiwi recipient of the prestigious Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, earning the title of ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year for her exceptional performances in 2024. The 24-year-old stood out among her peers, surpassing Laura Wolvaardt, Chamari Athapaththu, and Annabel Sutherland to claim the top honour in women's cricket. Kerr is not only the first New Zealander to win the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy but also the first Kiwi to be recognised as ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in any category. Throughout the year, Kerr demonstrated her prowess as a world-class all-rounder, excelling in every facet of the game. Her outstanding fielding repeatedly lifted New Zealand, while her skill as a leg-spinner established her as one of the most dangerous strike bowlers in the world. Kerr was often the White Ferns' go-to match-winner with the ball. With the bat, she was a cornerstone of New Zealand's lineup, capable of .

Ranji Trophy: No Rohit, Jaiswal for Mumbai in must win tie vs Meghalaya

Defending champions Mumbai announced their 16-member squad sans India stars Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer to take on Meghalaya in their must-win Ranji Trophy Elite Group A clash against Meghalaya starting here on Thursday. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Suryansh Shedge and Atharva Ankolekar have been called back. Mumbai, who are coming off a five-wicket defeat against Jammu and Kashmir last week, will be without the India stars Jaiswal, Iyer and Rohit, who all have joined the Indian team for the upcoming ODI series against England starting on February 6. These three players had featured in the sixth round game here at the BKC Ground, with Rohit and Jaiswal following the BCCI diktat to play domestic cricket regularly. Iyer, on the other hand, has been a vital cog in Mumbai side for domestic competitions across formats this year. The trio is also a part of the Indian squad for the Champions Trophy next month. Karsh Kothari, who also featured in Mumbai's playing XI against

Women's U-19 WC: Trisha scores maiden ton as IND crush SCO by 150 runs

Alongside Gongadi, fellow opener Kamalini G played a solid supporting role, scoring 51 runs off 42 balls. Sanika Chalke contributed with an unbeaten 29 off 20 balls, further bolstering India's total.