NEW DELHI: After losing the second ODI, Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar has highlighted the significance of the upcoming third and final ODI against Sri Lanka. This match is seen as a crucial opportunity for the team to adapt and overcome the challenges posed by spin bowling in difficult conditions. This experience is deemed beneficial in…
NEW DELHI: The two-Test series between Bangladesh and Pakistan, slated to start on August 21 in Rawalpindi, is in jeopardy due to ongoing civil unrest in Bangladesh following the forced resignation and escape of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Bangladesh’s travel plans for the Tests set in Rawalpindi (August 21-25) and Karachi (August 30–September 3)…
NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is evaluating the possibility of relocating this year’s Women’s T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to an alternative venue due to ongoing anti-government protests and political instability. Potential new locations being considered include the UAE, Sri Lanka, and India. This follows widespread unrest in Bangladesh, which has intensified following…
The Indian batsmen will need to tactically navigate the spin challenge in the third and decisive ODI on Wednesday to prevent their first series loss to Sri Lanka in nearly three decades, 27 years to be precise. The path has been set by captain Rohit Sharma, and it is up to the rest of the…
The big hits at ‘The Hundred‘ tournament in England are flying in all directions, and one from the bat of Kieron Pollard almost took the commentators out at the Sophia Gardens ground in Cardiff on Monday. Batting for Southern Brave, the Caribbean big-hitter Kieron Pollard smashed Welsh Fire‘s Pakistani bowler Haris Rauf for a six…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, a childhood friend of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has been grappling with health problems for an extended period. A recent video circulating on social media has left viewers stunned and concerned about his well-being. In the footage, Kambli appeared to be struggling to walk steadily, requiring assistance from…
NEW DELHI: Tristan Stubbs, who will celebrate his 24th birthday next week, is set to be given a prolonged opportunity to establish himself at the crucial No. 3 position in South Africa‘s Test batting order. This decision was confirmed by coach Shukri Conrad on Tuesday, ahead of the team’s first Test against the West Indies…
NEW DELHI: The ICC‘s internal security team is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh, following massive unrest that has led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and departure from the country. With the Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for October 3 to 20 in Bangladesh, the ICC is adopting a wait-and-watch approach before making any…
The second ODI between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo on Sunday saw a dramatic run-out of Akila Dananjaya when India skipper Rohit Sharma missed hitting the stumps direct, but had the street-smart Virat Kohli backing up with game-awareness to remove the bails at the other end with the batsman short of his crease while…
NEW DELHI: Jeffrey Vandersay was called up to Sri Lanka’s ODI squad just before the second ODI against India, as Wanindu Hasaranga was sidelined with a hamstring injury. Vandersay then delivered a spectacular performance, taking 6 wickets for 33 runs, which stifled India’s chase and secured a memorable 32-run victory for Sri Lanka at the…
