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What India’s MCG defeat says about their T20 evolution - fearless or reckless?

Abhishek Sharma’s 68 stood out as India crumbled to 125 all out in the second T20I against Australia to hand a 4-wicket win and 1-0 lead in the series. Josh Hazlewood’s fiery 3 for 13 exposed India’s struggles to adapt to pace and bounce, reminding the visitors that fearless cricket doesn't mean reckless cricket.

BCCI sends clear message to Mohsin Naqvi ahead of ICC meeting: 'Trophy will reach Mumbai in two days'

BCCI has sent a strong message to ACC president Mohsin Naqvi ahead of the ICC meeting, demanding the immediate handover of the Asia Cup 2025 trophy. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the board expects the trophy to reach Mumbai soon but warned that the matter will escalate if the delay continues.

Why South Africa might finally be ready to fulfill World Cup dream after years of heartbreak

South Africa’s women’s cricket team are into another World Cup final, but this time in the ODI format. After years of heartbreak in semifinals and T20 finals, Laura Wolvaardt’s team will look to overcome past scars and finally claim their maiden ICC title against India.

Josh Hazlewood to miss rest of India T20I series to shift focus on Ashes preparation

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood will skip the remaining T20Is against India to focus on red-ball preparation ahead of the Ashes starting November 21 in Perth. He starred in the second T20I on Friday with a three-wicket haul.

Surya rues top-order collapse after Hazlewood, Marsh help Australia beat India at MCG: 'Very difficult to recover'

India captain Suryakumar Yadav also credited Josh Hazlewood for taking the game away from them with a sensational powerplay spell, the senior pacer's figures of 3/13 from four overs helping Australia bowl India out for a paltry 125 in the second T20I in Melbourne.

India outclassed in 2nd T20I by 4 wickets after another batting collapse: 'Only Australia humble India all the time'

Australia thrashed India by 4 wickets in the 2nd T20I at the MCG to take a 1-0 lead in the series. Fans on social media slammed India’s poor batting show, with many praising Abhishek Sharma’s lone fight and Australia’s dominant display.

Australia vs India Highlights 2nd T20 at Melbourne: Australia overcome late wobble to beat India at MCG

AUS vs IND Highlights (Australian cricket team vs Indian cricket team scorecard): Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah grab a couple of wickets each However, the explosive start provided by openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head ensures Australia get over the line with plenty of overs to spare.

Hazlewood breathes fire once again as Indian batters commit hara-kiri in 2nd T20 against Australia at MCG

Josh Hazlewood ran through the Indian top-order with a three-wicket burst in the powerplay, with India getting off to a disastrous start in Melbourne after losing yet another toss. It wasn't just Hazlewood's exceptional bowling that led to the collapse though, with the Indian batters also to blame.

IPL 2026: Retention deadline date revealed in new report, mini-auction likely in December

The IPL 2026 season is taking shape with a report revealing the retention deadline and mini-auction window. Teams like Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders are expected to make major changes ahead of the new season.

India vs Australia 2nd T20 Toss News: No changes for India as Suryakumar lose another toss; IND bat first

India captain Suryakumar Yadav’s rotten luck with the toss continued in the second T20I against Australia at MCG on Friday as he lost the flip of the coin once again.

Melbourne Weather Forecast: India vs Australia 2nd T20I faces threat of a washout at MCG

India vs Australia 2nd T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is set to be impacted by rain. Check the weather forecast for Melbourne for Friday (31 October).

How Muzumdar’s ‘hair-dryer’ moment and a bond of trust took India from the brink to the World Cup final

As India faced elimination after defeat to England, women’s team coach Amol Muzumdar decided to take matters into his own hands. A ‘har-dryer’ treatment later, Harmanpreet and Co are in the final.

Jemimah Rodrigues didn’t just script a run-chase; she exorcised India’s scars and proved this team can finish

While making history against Australia, Jemimah didn’t just prove she belongs among India’s very best, she also showed that when pressure peaks and everything tightens, she will stand there and fight. For her partner. For her captain. For her team. And for the nation.

Emotional Rodrigues opens up on conquering mental struggles after starring in India’s historic triumph: ‘Almost cried every day…’

A teary-eyed Jemimah Rodrigues opened up on going through a roller-coaster of emotions in recent months and fighting anxiety after starring in India's historic five-wicket victory over Australia in the semi-finals of the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup with an unbeaten 127.

'Jem of an innings!': Jemimah Rodrigues masterminds India’s historic victory in World Cup semi-final against Australia

Jemimah Rodrigues remained unbeaten on 127, forging a game-changing 167-run partnership for the third wicket with captain Harmanpreet Kaur as India pulled off a record chase against defending champions Australia in Navi Mumbai to advance to the ICC Women's World Cup final.

Australia Women vs India Women Highlights: Rodrigues guides India to historic victory over Australia

Australia Women (AUS-W) vs India Women (IND-W) Highlights, Women’s World Cup 2025 Semifinal Match: Amanjot Kaur finishes off in style with an unbeaten 15 as Jemimah Rodrigues' unbeaten 127 helps India smash the record for the highest successful chase in women's ODIs after being set an improbable 339 to win by defending champions Australia.

MI shuts down rumours of Rohit Sharma joining KKR in IPL 2026 with witty social media post

Rumours of former India and Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma joining Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2026 Indian Premier League gained traction on social media after Abhishek Nayar was named head coach by the latter on Thursday.

India vs Australia 2nd T20 Match: Live streaming details, date, time and venue

Both Australia and India will be hoping for an uninterrupted game in the second T20I after the series opener at Canberra's Manuka Oval was washed out after the Men in Blue raced to 97/1 in 9.4 overs. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming showdown.

Why will Tea be taken before Lunch during the India vs South Africa Test in Guwahati

The first-ever Test match at Guwahati is set to move away from tradition and serve Tea before Lunch when India take on South Africa in the north-eastern city.

Australian teenager, Ben Austin, dies after being hit in neck by ball at training

Australian teenager Ben Austin died after a similar cricket accident that Phil Hughes suffered 10 years ago.

India vs Australia, Women's World Cup: What happens if rain washes out the semi-final in Navi Mumbai?

What happens if the Women’s World Cup semi-final between India and Australia on Thursday (30 October) at Navi Mumbai gets washed out? Is there a reserve day? Here are all the rules.

Shreyas Iyer out for two months after spleen laceration, undergoing emergency embolization procedure: Report

Shreyas Iyer took to Instagram on Thursday to thank his well-wishers as details of his medical procedure after the spleen injury were revealed.

India vs Australia, ICC Women's World Cup 2025 semi-final: Will rain spoil marquee clash in Navi Mumbai?

Defending champions Australia, the only remaining unbeaten team, face tournament co-hosts India in the second semi-final of the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup on Thursday, 30 October. Here's what the weather in Navi Mumbai is expected to be like on match day.

Shafali sympathises with injured Pratika but focuses on World Cup semi-final against Australia: 'God has sent me here…’

After being overlooked by the selectors for the ICC Women's World Cup, Shafali Verma was drafted into the India squad as a last-minute replacement for fellow opener Pratika Rawal, who suffered a hairline fracture on her ankle in the game against Bangladesh.

Wolvaardt, Kapp star in dominant victory over England as South Africa reach maiden Women's World Cup final

Laura Wolvaardt scored a magnificent 169 while Marizanne Kapp collected 5/20 after chipping in with a handy 42 as South Africa bowled England out for 194 after setting them an improbable 319 to win in the first semi-final of the ICC Women's World Cup in Guwahati.

India vs Australia, Women's T20 World Cup semi-final LIVE streaming: How to watch IND vs AUS match on TV and online

The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indians team faces an massive challenge in the form of a Women's World Cup showdown against defending champions Australia, who are yet to lose a game in the ongoing tournament. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming clash.

Bishop backs Shafali ahead of Women’s World Cup showdown against Australia: ‘Chance to make significant impact’

Former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop also commented on India's ideal combination on the eve of their Women's World Cup semi-final showdown against defending champions Australia, who are yet to lose a game, and urged the Women in Blue to seek inspiration from the 1983 Men's World Cup-winning Indian team.

Suryakumar Yadav regains form before rain washes out first India-Australia T20I in Canberra

India captain Suryakumar Yadav was batting on 39 off 24 deliveries with his deputy Shubman Gill on 37 off 20 balls, the two steering the Men in Blue to 97/1 close to the halfway stage when rain returned to the Manuka Oval for the second time and ensured the match ended in a washout.

Australia vs India Highlights 1st T20I: Match abandoned in Canberra due to rain

Australia vs India Highlights 1st T20I (Australia cricket team vs Indian cricket team 1st T20 match scorecard): Rain returned to Canberra's Manuka Oval just when the partnership between Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav went past fifty and was starting to look dangerous, and stuck around long enough to lead to a washout.

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.