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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.

Richa Ghosh’s 94 in vain as South Africa stage stunning comeback to beat India by 3 wickets in Women’s World Cup

South Africa fought back from 81/5 to defeat India by three wickets in a thrilling Women’s World Cup clash at Visakhapatnam. Richa Ghosh starred with 94 for India, but Laura Wolvaardt, Chloe Tryon, and Nadine de Klerk led the Proteas’ comeback to secure a win.

‘He shouldn’t be missing me’: Ashwin sends a message to Jadeja after all-rounder admits he misses former spin partner

Ravindra Jadeja scored a century and took 4 wickets against West Indies in the first Test. Former teammate Ravichandran Ashwin praised him and joked about Jadeja's comment about missing him.

'There are very few players...': Gill provides big update on Rohit and Kohli's plans for 2027 ODI World Cup

India’s new ODI captain Shubman Gill has provided a big update on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's plans for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. Both players have been added to the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia.

'She doesn’t need hype, her bat speaks': Richa Ghosh creates history with stunning 94 in Women’s World Cup

Richa Ghosh played a sensational knock of 94 off 77 balls to rescue India from a collapse against South Africa in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The 22-year-old broke a couple of records in the process as she helped her team make a comeback. Here's how fans reacted to the knock.

R Ashwin questions Harshit Rana’s repeated selection, Aakash Chopra comes to pacer’s defence: ‘He’s been playing for that one delivery

Harshit Rana’s repeated selection in Team India squads has sparked massive criticism, with R Ashwin claiming that one good delivery in the IPL 2024 final earned the pacer a place in the team, while Aakash Chopra has defended the Delhi cricketer.

Mohammed Shami hits out at reports on his form and fitness after ODI team snub: ‘There have been many rumours’

Mohammed Shami slammed reports questioning his form and fitness, and also settled the Rohit Sharma vs Shubman Gill debate with a no-nonsense verdict.

Ashwin questions BCCI’s handling of Kohli and Rohit exits, Team India transition: ‘There isn’t much communication’

R Ashwin said that the poor handling of the transition from Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from the BCCI has created a lot of room of speculation due to a lack of communication.

Beth Mooney’s century and Alana King’s heroics lead Australia to 107-run win over Pakistan

Beth Mooney starred with a brilliant 109 as Australia recovered from 76/7 to beat Pakistan by 107 runs in their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 clash in Colombo. Mooney and Alana King set a record 106-run ninth-wicket partnership to lift Australia to 221/9. Kim Garth and Megan Schutt then led the bowling effort.

'He's got the captain's backing': India coach backs Sai Sudharsan to shine at No.3 in India’s Test line-up

India assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate has backed Sai Sudharsan to succeed at No.3 in Test cricket, despite competition from other players.

'It was a bit strange': Samson and Chakaravarthy talk India’s Asia Cup celebration without trophy

India won the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan by 5 wickets but couldn’t celebrate with the trophy after refusing to take it from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. Sanju Samson and Varun Chakaravarthy have commented on the controversy.

India vs South Africa live streaming: When and where to watch IND-W vs SA-W ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match

Catch all the action as India Women face South Africa Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at Visakhapatnam on October 9. Check match timings, live telecast, streaming details, head-to-head stats, and full squads.

'They don’t fully support...': Kane Williamson warns Test cricket won’t survive if only India, Australia, England keep playing

Kane Williamson has warned that Test cricket could struggle to survive if only India, Australia, and England continue to dominate the format. Tthe former New Zealand captain urged all nations to support and invest in Test cricket to ensure its long-term future.

Why Rohit Sharma left Yashasvi Jaiswal back at team hotel in Australia, hear from the horse's mouth

India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal revealed why he was left behind at the team hotel in Adelaide before the third Test in Australia. He explained the mix-up and Rohit Sharma’s reaction.

Pat Cummins, Travis Head reject Rs 58 crore offer from IPL team to leave Australian cricket: Report

Australia cricket stars Pat Cummins and Travis Head have reportedly turned down massive deals to play full-time in T20 franchise leagues. According to a report, the offer was made by an IPL team this year, but Cummins and Head politely declined.

Pat Cummins set to miss Ashes opener, may miss more matches: Report

Pat Cummins is reportedly set to miss the opening Ashes 2025 Test match against England in Perth. And there’s no confirmation when he will be back.

Manoj Tiwary launches verbal attack on BCCI for ‘disrespecting’ Rohit Sharma: ‘He doesn't deserve this kind of humiliation’

Manoj Tiwary is one of the few former Indian cricketers who have spoken against Rohit Sharma being removed as India’s ODI captain in favour of Shubman Gill by the BCCI selectors.

Mohammed Shami’s India future in doubt after BCCI official makes sensational claim to newspaper: ‘He wasn’t too impressive’

Mohammed Shami has not played for India since the Champions Trophy 2025, missing major series like the Test tour of England and the Asia Cup 2025. He was also snubbed for Australia tour.

Why Prithvi Shaw tried to grab Musheer Khan’s collar and raised his bat at his former Mumbai teammate

Prithvi Shaw reportedly raised his bat towards Musheer Khan and also tried to hold his former teammate by his collar as they were involved in an altercation during the Mumbai vs Maharashtra Cricket match.

Rohit credits Dravid for Champions Trophy victory after removal from ODI captaincy under Gambhir: ‘I loved playing with them’

Rohit Sharma praising Rahul Dravid has come at a crucial time when the star batter has lost the ODI captaincy to Shuman Gill under coach Gautam Gambhir.

Heather Knight’s unbeaten 79 guides England to thrilling four-wicket win over Bangladesh in Women’s World Cup

Heather Knight’s unbeaten 79 powered England to a thrilling four-wicket win over Bangladesh in the Women’s World Cup 2025 at Guwahati. Sophie Ecclestone’s 3/24 and a strong lower-order partnership helped England secure their second successive victory.

'What sets him apart is...': Kane Williamson lauds Siraj’s team-first attitude, calls him a Test cricket workhorse

Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson praised Mohammed Siraj’s team-first approach and leadership skills. Williamson also discussed leadership challenges for Shubman Gill and the importance of preserving Test cricket.

Delhi U-19 selection sparks row after player with no wicketkeeping background picked as keeper: Report

The DDCA is facing another controversy after a player with no wicketkeeping experience was reportedly selected as a backup keeper in Delhi’s Under-19 squad for the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. DDCA president Rohan Jaitley has since intervened and removed the player.

Mohsin Naqvi ignores question on Asia Cup trophy at Pakistan player's wedding reception; video goes viral

PCB chairman and ACC president Mohsin Naqvi has again drawn attention after a viral video showed him ignoring questions about the Asia Cup 2025 trophy at Abrar Ahmed’s wedding reception. The controversy began when India refused to collect the trophy from him after defeating Pakistan in the final.

Salman Ali Agha retains captaincy as Suryakumar Yadav comparison made despite Asia Cup losses to India: Report

Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha will continue as skipper despite poor form and three defeats against India in the Asia Cup 2025. PCB wanted to review his captaincy but selectors and coach Mike Hesson have backed him, reportedly drawing a comparison with India’s Suryakumar Yadav.

Gautam Gambhir’s special gesture: Team India to dine together at coach's home before Delhi Test

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir will reportedly host a dinner for the Shubman Gill-led Test team at his New Delhi residence ahead of the second Test against the West Indies. The gathering comes after India’s Asia Cup triumph against Pakistan and amid major leadership changes in the ODI setup.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi compared to Sachin Tendulkar; Ajit Agarkar urged to fast-track him into Indian team: ‘He is in another zone’

Indian cricket team chief selector Ajit Agarkar has been asked to ‘immediately’ blood in Vaibhav Suryavanshi into the senior team by a Rajasthan Royals official, who also compared the young batter to Sachin Tendulkar.

Women’s World Cup 2025: ‘India can’t take South Africa lightly, spinners better be on target,’ says Anjum Chopra

As Women’s World Cup 2025 gather pace, former India captain Anjum Chopra discusses upcoming challenges against South Africa and Australia for Harmanpreet Kaur and Co and a what a world title win could mean.

India vs Pakistan compulsion for ICC laid bare by BCCI official in harsh reality check: ‘Will sponsors and broadcasters agree?'

Former England captain Michael Atherton had recently asked ICC to stop ‘arranging’ India vs Pakistan matches as they have become a medium for propaganda.

Australia ODI squad vs India: Mitchell Starc returns as Matt Renshaw is handed international lifeline

Marnus Labuschagne was dropped from Australia’s ODI squad for the series against India, while Matt Renshaw earned a call-up and Mitchell Starc is back.