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West Indies pacer Jayden Seales slapped with fine, handed demerit point during 2nd Test against India

Jayden Seales was penalised after being found guilty of breaching the ICC's Code of Conduct on Day 1 of the second Test between India and West Indies at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. The fine and demerit point were awarded to him on Sunday, the third day of the Test.

‘Abhishek Sharma won't last more than…’: Pakistani pacer makes bold claim despite Indian opener’s red-hot run

Pakistan pacer Ihsanullah brushed aside Abhishek Sharma's scintillating run in the recent Asia Cup, in which the 25-year-old opener had smashed 312 runs at a strike-rate of 200, claiming he would get rid of the Sunrisers Hyderabad batter in just three deliveries.

Ex-Protea captain goofs up on air, calls Shan Masood ‘captain of India’ during Pakistan-South Africa Test

Former South Africa captain made a funny commentary mistake during Day 1 of the first Test between Pakistan and South Africa, calling Pakistan skipper Shan Masood the captain of India.

Prithvi Shaw shares emotional message after on-field fight with Musheer Khan

Prithvi Shaw shared a heartfelt message after his on-field altercation with former Mumbai teammate Musheer Khan during a practice match in Pune. The India cricketer, now representing Maharashtra, turned towards spirituality after his fight.

Smriti Mandhana smashes multiple records in Vizag, guides India to dream start against world champions Australia

After struggling to score runs in India's first three outings of the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup, Smriti Mandhana bounced back in style on Sunday as she smashed a 46-ball half-century against defending world champions Australia in Visakhapatnam.

'Questions will be raised': Harmanpreet Kaur slammed for sticking with same XI despite loss in previous game

India face Australia in their fourth match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 in Visakhapatnam. Australia’s Alyssa Healy won the toss and opted to field first. India remain unchanged, while Australia make one change.

Kuldeep Yadav enters record books with fifth Test five-for as India enforce follow-on against West Indies in Delhi

Kuldeep Yadav led the way with a haul of 5/82, collecting his fifth five-for in Test cricket and his first since March last year, as India enforced the follow-on on Day 3 of their second Test against West Indies in Delhi after bowling the visitors out for 248.

India's B Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Day 3 of 2nd Test against West Indies; BCCI explains why

B Sai Sudharsan had earlier scored 87 – his highest score in international cricket – as India posted a mammoth 518/5 on the board in the second Test against West Indies in Delhi. The top-order batter would later complete an extraordinary catch to dismiss John Campbell on Day 2.

Amid BCCI vs PCB drama at ACC, Afghanistan reiterates commitment to T20I tri-series in Pakistan

The ongoing tensions between the BCCI and the PCB over the Asia Cup trophy had led to rumours of Afghanistan withdrawing from an upcoming T20I triangular series in Pakistan. Afghanistan Cricket Board officials, however, have termed such reports 'completely baseless and misleading'.

Sciver-Brunt, Ecclestone shine as England thrash Sri Lanka, move to top of Women's World Cup table

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt led the way with a run-a-ball 117 to help England post 253/9 at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium. Left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone later spun a web around the batters, collecting 4/17 to help the four-time champions bowl Sri Lanka out for just 164.

Gautam Gambhir vows to 'protect' Shubman Gill amid India captaincy drama: 'Ready to take all the criticism'

Shubman Gill has been facing a barrage of criticism since he succeeded Rohit Sharma as India's Test and ODI skipper, sparking discussions surrounding the future of the 'Hitman' as well as fellow batting star and former captain Virat Kohli in the Indian team.

Quinton de Kock's international comeback turns sour as Namibia stun South Africa in one-off T20I

Quinton de Kock was dismissed for just 1 in his first appearance for South Africa since last year's T20 World Cup final against India as Namibia pulled off a last-gasp victory after being set 135 to win by a second-string Proteas side.

A game of potential consequence: Eyeing the perfect game, India gear up for campaign-defining showdown against Australia

India-Australia was always supposed to be a game of significance. India, being the contenders to the throne; Australia, guarding it with their unmissable combination of power and nous, and also yearning for another chapter in their folklore. And it still is that way.

Jaiswal opens up on mix-up with Gill, describes it as 'part of the game'; spin legend finds opener guilty for run-out

Yashasvi Jaiswal was visibly furious after getting involved in a massive mix-up with India captain Shubman Gill, and missing out on a double century as a result on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies. The 23-year-old opener, however, was a different person after stumps.

Gill emulates Kohli's unique feat, joins Bradman and Gavaskar in elite club after slamming century against West Indies

Shubman Gill brought up his 10th Test century – and his fifth as India Test captain – on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies in Delhi on Saturday. The 26-year-old, in the process, achieved a feat that had only been achieved by Virat Kohli in the past.

Nadine de Klerk questions Richa Ghosh's ‘injury’ during Women’s World Cup thriller in Vizag: ’It was quite tactical'

India wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh had signalled for a physio after complaining of physical discomfort during the 47th over of the South African innings, right after all-rounder Nadine de Klerk had smashed Kranti Gaud for two sixes and a four, bringing play to a grinding halt as a result.

Yashasvi Jaiswal furious with Shubman Gill after huge mix-up costs him double-century against West Indies in Delhi

Yashasvi Jaiswal was run out in the second over on Day 2 of the second Test between India and West Indies in Delhi, adding just two runs to his overnight score of 173 before getting involved in a huge mix-up with captain Shubman Gill.

Ajit Agarkar sent ‘messy end’ stern warning after ‘challenging’ Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma: ‘If anybody is going to win…’

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has been warned against having a ‘messy ending’ after ‘challenging’ Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as Indian ODI side get ready for transition.

Women's World Cup 2025: New Zealand break losing streak, thrash Bangladesh by 100 runs

New Zealand are off the mark in the Women's World Cup 2025 after beating Bangladesh on Friday as Brooke Halliday and Sophie Devine played match-winning knocks.

BCCI eyes Mohsin Naqvi’s censure and removal from ICC board over Asia Cup trophy controversy: Report

Mohsin Naqvi could end up paying a heavy price at ICC next month as BCCI is reportedly planning to take strong actions against him for the Asia Cup trophy controversy.

IPL 2026 Auction: Reports hint at Sanju Samson, Sam Curran among big names to be released

The auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 would take place in December but names of players who could be released are already out. Sanju Samson and Sam Curran are some prominent names in that list.

‘Enough of this nonsense’: Fans slam West Indies, say Test performance vs India is hurting cricket

A second consecutive Test of uninspired play against India from the West Indies broke fans’ patience, as they lambasted the Windies side for hurting Test cricket.

Mohsin Naqvi locks Asia Cup trophy in ACC's Dubai headquarters as PCB chief’s drama continues: Report

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who happens to be the current ACC president, has been stalling the BCCI's efforts to secure the Asia Cup trophy ever since the Indian team refused to accept the silverware from him following their victory over Pakistan in the final on 28 September.

Mohammad Kaif rips into Ajit Agarkar over wicket-keeper call in India’s ODI squad: ‘We forget players who are deserving’

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar continues to face criticism as Mohammad Kaif has become the latest Indian cricketer to question the wicket-keeper selections in India’s ODI squad for Australia tour.

Kohli and Rohit not planning retirement after Aus tour? BCCI official makes big domestic cricket revelation

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma most likely are not ready to hand up their boots after the ODI series in Australia as a BCCI official has made an explosive revelation about their domestic cricket plans.

IND vs WI: Jaiswal surpasses Gill after slamming seventh Test century, emulates Smith, Cook and other batting icons

Yashasvi Jaiswal bounced back in style after getting dismissed for 36 in the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, scoring his second century in his last three outings in the format on Day 1 in Delhi. The process, he went past current Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill.

IPL 2026 mini auction to take place in December, retention deadline set for 15 November: Report

This year's IPL Player Auction will be a mini auction, with franchises having the freedom to retain a majority of their squad and make cosmetic changes in order to plug gaps. Here's what you need to know about the retention deadline and the likely window for the auction.

Gill congratulated by Gambhir, India teammates after finally snapping toss jinx during 2nd Test against West Indies

After losing six tosses in a row since being named India Test captain in May, including in each of the five Tests in England, Shubman Gill finally won one for a change as he opted to bat in the second Test against West Indies at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Questions, criticism and proverbial knives: Mandhana suddenly in an uncomfortable spot after red-hot run in 2025

Smriti Mandhana's sudden loss of form has opened up a can of worms – of whether the Indian batting star finds it difficult to turn up at the Women’s World Cup, and if there is indeed a case of unfulfilled potential.

Harmanpreet blasts batters after India suffer first defeat of ICC Women's World Cup: 'We didn't take responsibility'

India suffered another batting collapse on Thursday, losing five wickets for just 19 runs as they suffered their first setback of the Women;'s World Cup in the form of a three-wicket defeat against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on Thursday.