Can Zimbabwe escape Afghanistan's ODI chokehold?
Afghanistan have a 20-10 record in ODIs against Zimbabwe, and haven't lost to them in the last eight years
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South Africa v Australia: second men’s cricket Test, day one – live
Geoff will be here shortly to take you through the first half of the day, but for now remind yourselves of how Australia took a 1-0 series lead with victory on day five of the first Test in Durban. Continue reading...
Not easy to switch batting positions, but I love finishing games for India: Tilak Varma
Ishan Kishan’s arrival, skipper Shreyas Iyer’s presence at No. 4 and the management’s decision to stick with the Abhishek Sharma-Sanju Samson combination at the top meant a mandatory demotion for Tilak from No. 3.
Ranji Trophy, round two, live updates: Shubman Gill set to play for Punjab
The second round of the Ranji Trophy gets underway on Sunday, October 18 and all eyes will be on India’s Test captain Shubman Gill, who will play for Punjab. Here are the live updates.
Tilak Varma Opens Up On His Challenging Role For Team India, Admits "It's Not Easy"
From nine matches, the left-hander averages 65.66 while batting at number six, at a strike rate of 195. In 26 combined innings at 5 and 6, he averages 46 at a strike rate of 158.
‘No option but to bat at 5 or 6’: Tilak Varma on adapting to new role in T20I setup
Tilak Varma has moved to the lower order in T20Is, acknowledging the challenges this presents. He emphasizes the importance of practice and mental preparation for adapting to this new role. The 23-year-old aims to become a reliable finisher for the Indian team, despite preferring to bat higher in the order. He has been working on expanding his shot-making range to perform well in the middle order.
Raza hails 'unity and culture of the team' after Zimbabwe's hard-fought win
We fought well, we understood the conditions well, we adapt well, and I think that's the reason why we won the game"
Worrying sight before toss as conditions tipped to force Aussie change — Second Test LIVE
Kagiso Rabada is set to return from his hamstring injury as South Africa ring the changes for the second Test in Gqeberha – with Australia pondering a big selection call.
Brook and Jacks lead resurgent England into tri-series with World Cup in sight
Youngsters have licence to thrill in T20s, but it is time to get serious in ODIs The kids have permission for the 20-over show. Thomas Rew, 18, could become the third-youngest man to play for England. Eddie Jack, 21, has played seven T20s, but the eighth could be for his country.
Anchor or finisher? Tilak Varma ready to change roles at one day's notice
Tilak Varma says he can change roles at just one day's notice for Indian team. (Image: PTI) Shoeholed at No. 6 due to the top-order logjam in the Indian cricket team, Tilak Varma says he is only concerned about finishing games. Speaking after the conclusion of the India vs West Indies T20I series, Varma said he does not care about his batting position and is focused on executing his role.
Who is Ajay Mandal, the Chhattisgarh bowler who dismissed Shubman Gill in Ranji Trophy?
Mandal made his First-Class debut for Chhattisgarh in the 2016-17 edition of the Ranji Trophy and went on to represent the state in the shorter formats in the years that followed.
3 surprise exclusions in India's squad for tour of New Zealand
The BCCI announced India's squads for the New Zealand tour on October 16, 2026, leaving out some notable names.
Live: Australia, South Africa set for second Test in drizzly Gqeberha
Australia looks to build on its spectacular first Test victory over South Africa when the series moves to Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. Follow all the day one action live.
3 times a T20I series decider was washed out in India ft. IND vs WI 2026
It is rare for India to be competing in series deciders on home soil, considering that they often claim unassailable leads before the series finale, especially recently.
Ranji Trophy, Round 2, Day 1 Live Updates: All eyes on Shubman Gill ahead of New Zealand ODIs and Tests
India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill is set to play his first Ranji Trophy game of the 2026-27 season.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka LIVE Streaming, ODI Tri-Series LIVE Telecast: When And Where To Watch
Here is how fans in India can watch the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka ODI Tri-Series match:
India T20 series decider with West Indies washed out
India and West Indies were forced to settle for a 2-2 stalemate in their five-match Twenty20 International series after Saturday’s deciding match lasted just 48 minutes before it met a watery end.
Sunil Gavaskar backs Krunal Pandya for Bhuvneshwar Kumar-like India comeback
Ever since Bhuvneshwar Kumar made his return to the Indian national cricket team, all eyes have been on another experienced fast bowler, Mohammed Shami.
‘We've matched the defending champions’: Sammy after 2-2 India T20I draw
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy praised his team's progress after drawing the T20I series 2-2 against India, calling it a major step forward. He said the players have regained confidence, belief and their fighting spirit. Sammy also urged greater financial support for West Indies cricket, highlighting its rich legacy and stressing the importance of securing the game's future.
Kuldeep has been treated unfairly, feels Ashwin
If there is one thing R. Ashwin knows all too well, it is the challenge of finding a place in the XI overseas, where conditions favour fast bowlers. Having played in just one Test across two tours of New Zealand, India’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format is no stranger to that predicament.