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Why Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of India’s first three T20Is vs Australia

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy will not be available for selection for India in the first three T20Is against Australia, the BCCI confirmed on Wednesday.

India vs Australia 1st T20I: Nitish Reddy ruled out of first three games as Marsh opts to bowl first

Australia won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the opening T20I at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav said he wanted to bat first as the wicket may slow down later. Here are the full playing XIs for both teams.

Rohit Sharma becomes No 1 ODI batter for first time in career after surpassing Shubman Gill

At 38, Rohit Sharma has become the No 1 ODI batter in ICC ranking for the first time in his career after a successful series in Australia.

Former India coach shares shocking story about Sourav Ganguly’s ban to support claims of ICC favouring BCCI

Former India coach Greg Chappell has backed Chris Broad’s shocking claims that the ICC once faced pressure to favour India and Sourav Ganguly. Chappell revealed a never-heard-before story involving the then BCCI President Jagmohan Dalmiya.

Mohammed Shami cools tensions with Ajit Agarkar after match-winning spell in Ranji: ‘I am always involved in controversy’

Mohammed Shami has decided to look past his verbal battle with BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar after another impressive performance in the domestic cricket.

Canberra Weather Forecast: Rain could impact India vs Australia 1st T20, but washout unlikely

Be ready for rain playing spoilsport during the first T20 between India and Australia at Canberra on Wednesday (29 October) as the five-match series gets underway.

Mohammad Rizwan snubs PCB central contract, demands restoration of Category A status: Report

Mohammad Rizwan has also reportedly asked PCB to give enough time to a captain to implement his ideas after he was recently sacked as ODI skipper.

India vs Australia 1st T20 Match: Live streaming details, date, time and venue

After the ODI series, it’s time for the five-match T20I series between India and Australia that starts on Wednesday (29 October) at the Manuka Oval, Canberra. Here’s all you need to know about the first T20 between India and Australia.

'Shreyas Iyer may recover much earlier': BCCI secretary provides latest update, refutes report of surgery

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has refuted the reports that Shreyas Iyer underwent surgery in Sydney as he provided the latest update on the batter’s injury and recovery process.

Chris Broad alleges ICC bent rules for India, favoured Ganguly’s team in over-rate offence: ‘Be lenient’

Former match referee Chris Broad has revealed that he was once asked to be ‘lenient’ on India when they were behind the over-rate in a match under Sourav Ganguly’s captaincy.

‘Australia will not give you a second chance, seize the key moments, create opportunities’: Anjum Chopra’s advice to India for World Cup semis

Former India captain Anjum Chopra believes the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side has the skill and self-belief to challenge Australia in the Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final, but warns that complacency could prove costly.

Suryakumar Yadav shares good news on Shreyas Iyer: ‘He’s stable, speaking with people’

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has shared a positive update on Shreyas Iyer’s health, saying the batter is stable, speaking with people, and responding to messages.

Shreyas Iyer moved out of ICU: Batter stable and recovering in Sydney hospital, says report

In a big relief for Team India and Indian fans, Shreyas Iyer was moved out of the ICU on Monday after his condition stabilised, and he is now recovering at a hospital in Sydney.

Women's World Cup: For India, the semi-final won’t be about theories or history

There may be dark clouds looming over Navi Mumbai, but India can draw inspiration from their 2017 Derby heroics as they face Australia in the semi-finals. For Harmanpreet Kaur and Co, though, the key will be to stay in the moment.

Blow for India as Pratika Rawal ruled out of Women’s World Cup 2025; Shafali Verma named replacement

Shafali Verma is expected to be drafted straightaway into India’s playing XI after an unfortunate injury to Pratika Rawal ahead of the Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final with Australia.

Shreyas Iyer’s parents rush for urgent Australia visas after cricketer admitted to ICU with spleen injury: Report

Shreyas Iyer’s parents have applied for urgent visas to Australia after the cricketer suffered a serious injury in the third ODI that forced him to be admitted to the ICU.

BCCI releases Shreyas Iyer injury details after internal bleeding claims: ‘Indian team doctor has stayed back with Iyer'

Shreyas Iyer has stayed back in Sydney to receive treatment after suffering an injury to his spleen while taking a catch in the third ODI on Saturday.

‘This incident is a lesson for us and players’: MP minister's controversial comment on Australian women cricketers’ molestation case

MP minister Kailash Vijayvargiya created a massive controversy as he said that the Australian women cricketers’ molestation case was a ‘lesson’ for the players.

Steve Smith to captain Australia in Perth as Pat Cummins gets sidelined from Ashes opener

Pat Cummins won’t take part in the Ashes opener at Perth next month, with Steve Smith set to lead the Australian side in the first match of the highly-anticipated Test series against England.

Rain denies India victory in Women’s World Cup clash against Bangladesh after injury scare to Pratika Rawal

India had restricted Bangladesh to 119/9 in a rain-affected game that had been reduced to 27 overs per side, and were cruising at 57/0 while chasing a DLS-revised target of 126 when a heavy shower forced the inconsequential game in Navi Mumbai to be called off.

Accused in Indore molestation case involving Australian women cricketers seen limping at police station in viral video

Aqeel Khan, a habitual offender who has several prior cases registered against him, had been arrested for allegedly stalking and molesting two members of the Australian women's cricket team in Indore while the ICC Women's World Cup was underway.

Pakistan set for more cricket drama with PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi reportedly set to sack another head coach

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who has been involved in a protracted battle with the BCCI over the Asia Cup trophy, has expressed disappointment with the performance of a head coach due to the team's lack of positive results.

Ajinkya Rahane slams management, selectors for lack of communication: ‘Indian team needed me in Australia’

Ajinkya Rahane had been dropped from the Indian team along with fellow senior Cheteshwar Pujara after the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. However, while Pujara has announced his retirement since then, Rahane is not giving up just yet.

Rohit Sharma ignites retirement talk with cryptic social media post after Sydney heroics: 'One last time, signing off...'

A day after starring in India's consolation nine-wicket victory over Australia with an unbeaten 121, Rohit Sharma posted a picture of himself flying out of Sydney on his social media accounts. It was the accompanying caption, however, that has got the Indian cricket community buzzing.

Former India all-rounder feels captaincy has affected Shubman Gill's batting: 'There is a lot on his plate at once'

Former India cricketer believes Shubman Gill’s batting form has dipped due to the pressure of captaincy and workload across formats, including in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Gill, who recently replaced Rohit Sharma as India’s ODI captain, struggled in Australia.

Mohammad Kaif claims some selectors want Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to fail: 'Ab to zid bhi hai...'

Mohammad Kaif has claimed that some selectors want Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to fail and be dropped from India’s ODI team. Kaif backed the senior duo after their match-winning partnership against Australia, saying both are determined to play the 2027 World Cup on their own terms.

Former World Cup winner changes his stance on Harshit Rana after four-fer: 'Yes, I criticized you a lot but...'

Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana impressed with a four-wicket haul against Australia in the third ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground, proving his critics wrong. Former World Cup winner, who had slammed Rana after the first two games, has changed his stance on the 23-year-old after his match-winning spell.

How India is planning to keep Rohit and Kohli fit for 2027 ODI World Cup?

India ended their ODI series against Australia on a high as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli starred in a nine-wicket win. After the match, captain Shubman Gill revealed that plans are being made to keep the duo match-ready ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

What is the ongoing feud between PSL and Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen: Explained

Multan Sultans owner Ali Tareen issued a sarcastic apology to the Pakistan Cricket Board amid an ongoing feud over the PSL. Here's what the controversy is about and why Tareen is picking up a fight with the organisers of the league.

Sydney got what it was craving: The Ro-Ko show that stole the stage

Sydney witnessed a cricketing spectacle as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli starred in a 168-run unbeaten partnership to help India win, chasing down 236 against Australia at the SCG. Fans celebrated the Ro-Ko duo after their spectacular show in their favourite format.