Cricket
Chennai, Jan 24 (UNI) Inclusion of pacer Mohd Shami, who missed out in the first match on his comeback, will continue to be the talking point, even as India is likely to retain the winning combination in the second T20 match against England at the historic M A Chidambaram stadium here on Saturday. Having taken…
Nashik, Jan 23 (UNI) Maharashtra were 258 for 7 against Baroda at the end of the first day of the four-day Ranji Trophy cricket match being played here on Thursday with wicketkeeper Saurabh Navale unbeaten on 60 runs. Maharashtra, who were allowed to bat first, did not get off to a good start. The opening…
Bengaluru, Jan 23 (UNI) India’s batting stalwarts Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma failed to make an impression in their respective Ranji Trophy encounters, raising questions about their form as the national team gears up for crucial international fixtures. Shubman Gill, representing Punjab, continued his lean patch, scoring just four runs against Karnataka at the M…
Dubai, Jan 22 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday launched its “All On The Line” the campaign for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, highlighting the unmissable cricket that the thrilling two-week competition brings. The high-energy film which is available here aims to bring to life the intense nature of the Champions Trophy…
Kolkata, Jan 22 (UNI) A scintillating knock by Abhishek Sharma powered India to a commanding seven-wicket victory over England in the first T20I at Eden Gardens here on Wednesday. Sharma’s unbeaten 79 off just 34 balls, laced with eight sixes and five boundaries, stole the show as India chased down the target of 133 with…
Kolkata, Jan 22 (UNI) India won the toss and chose to field first in the opening T20I against England at Eden Gardens here on Wednesday. The big news came from the playing XI as Mohammad Shami was notably left out. Shami’s omission from the squad has raised questions, especially with the fast bowler’s pedigree in…
Dubai, Jan 21 (UNI) Mandhana’s 80-ball 135 has lifted her one place to second position in the ICC batting rankings after the latest weekly update. Mandhana and Hayley Matthews of the West Indies are among others to gain in the batting rankings after the latest weekly update that considered performances in the last two ODI…
Kolkata, Jan 20 (UNI) Axar Patel, India vice-captain, emphasised the critical importance of quick decision-making in T20 cricket, recognising the fast-paced nature of the format that demands immediate and effective choices during high-pressure moments. Speaking to the press on Monday ahead of India-England T20 series, Axar highlighted how the T20I format requires players to be…
Kolkata, Jan 20 (UNI) India’s fast bowler Mohammad Shami is back on track and fully fit after recovering from injury, marking his return to competitive cricket at a familiar venue – Eden Gardens. Known for his impressive performances here in the past, Shami’s return to the iconic ground signals the beginning of a new chapter…
Multan, Jan 18 (UNI) Pakistan seized control of the first Test against the West Indies at the Multan Cricket Stadium, establishing a 202-run lead by the end of the second day, thanks to a stunning spin display by Noman Ali and Sajid Khan. At stumps, Pakistan were 109 for 3 in their second innings after…
