Women's T20 World Cup: India and Australia in Group 1, England and NZ in Group 2

India play Pakistan on June 14 and Australia on June 28. The final is at Lord's on July 2

Positive Gains For South African Players In ICC Mens Test Rankings

The new ICC World Test Champions, South Africa, are basking in their glory, as multiple members of their team rise in the ICC Mens Test Player Rankings. Leading the charge is Player of the Match from the final at Lords, Aiden Markram. The batting hero has risen seven places to just outside the top-10 in the ICC Mens Test Batting Rankings, with only two points separating him from New Zealands Daryl Mitchell (725) in 10th. Markram scored a crucial and match-winning 136 runs off 207 balls in a masterful display of Test batting to help take South Africa across the line in the WTC Final. His equally vital wickets for South Africa have also been rewarded in the Test All-Rounders Rankings, seeing him ascend a whopping 44 places. David Bedingham, who closed the famous win for South Africa, also made a move of note in the Batting Rankings, climbing 17 places to joint 40 alongside Cameron Green. Meanwhile, South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi, who produced an inspirational spell with the ball during Australias second innings, has also advanced seven slots in the Bowling Rankings. He shares 37th place with Pakistans Naseem Shah and Sri Lankas Lahiru Kumara. Kagiso Rabada, who was the pick of South Africas bowlers, maintained his second place among the bowlers, next to Indias Jasprit Bumrah. His 868 ratings points are 21 clear of Pat Cummins who also remains in third place. For runners up, Australia, seasoned speedster Mitchell Starc and all-rounder Beau Webster benefited from valiant displays. Starc, who took five wickets through the Test and scored a fighting half-century in the second innings, climbed to 10th spot in the bowlers and all-rounders lists. Webster meanwhile, who was Australias top scorer in the first innings, climbed 13 places in the Batting Rankings. In the ODI Player Rankings, key performers from the Mens Cricket World Cup League 2 action have boasted impressive climbs. Netherlands top-order batter Michael Levitt, who was also handy with the ball, has soared 22 places in the Batting Rankings to go with a climb of 21 among the bowlers and another 27 in the all-rounders charts. Levitt also leapt 11 places in the T20I batting charts to the 30th spot in the tri-series after League 2 play, just below Pakistans Mohammad Haris. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score His teammate Noah Croes also jumped 20 places in the Mens ODI Batting Rankings after making a vital fifty from the four-wicket win against Scotland. Nepal's Aarif Sheikh, who top-scored with the bat in the 16-run win over the Dutch, climbs 13 places in the batting charts.

South Africans Welcome Home Test Champions The Proteas

Several thousand supporters were at the main airport in Johannesburg on Wednesday to welcome home World Test Championship winners South Africa. Temba Bavuma captained the Proteas to a five-wicket triumph over long-time rivals Australia at Lord's last Saturday to end a 27-year major trophy drought. He and coach Shukri Conrad were the first to greet cheering supporters, with both holding the Mace they received for being crowned champions. Each player then carried a bouquet of flowers while shaking hands with some supporters, hugging others and signing autographs. Opening batter Aiden Markram recovered from a first-innings duck to hit 136 in the second innings and pave the way for a victory in London with a day and a half to spare. Paceman Kagiso Rabada took nine wickets in the final to be another key figure as South Africa triumphed for the first time since lifting the 1998 ICC Knockout Trophy (now Champions Trophy). Among those who greeted the team on a cool, sunny winter morning in the South African commercial capital were accountant Brian Gabela and receptionist Mandy Tshabalala. Gabela, 35, said: I had to be here and welcome the boys home. They have suffered so many heartbreaks during the past two decades. Now we are champions of the world. I was pessimistic when we trailed by 74 runs after the first innings, but a magnificent second knock from Aiden Markram turned the tide. - Zimbabwe next - Tshabalala, 37, travelled to the airport with her son, Monthati, and admitted she was also worried after Australia built a first-innings advantage. I have been supporting the Proteas since I was a child and it has been sad seeing them come so close so often without bringing home a trophy. Apart from his studies, my high school son spends many hours each week keeping up to date with the Proteas. His favourite cricketer is Kagiso (Rabada). The triumphant team and coaches will hold a press conference at the Johannesburg headquarters of Cricket South Africa later on Wednesday. South Africa are next be in action on June 28 when they face northern neighbours Zimbabwe in the first of two Tests in Bulawayo. Bavuma will lead the team, but Markram and Rabada are being rested. Among five uncapped players called up are Titans duo Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Lesego Senokwane. Pretorius, 19, made a huge impression in a recent domestic four-day competition, striking three centuries in five appearances and averaging 72.66. Senokwane also impressed with the bat in the competition, hitting 559 runs, including two centuries. Both players have been chosen after recently making their debuts for South Africa A against the West Indies A. After the Tests, South Africa will play Zimbabwe and New Zealand in a seven-match Twenty20 tournament in Harare. Test squad Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Temba Bavuma (capt), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Lesego Senokwane, Prenelan Subrayen, Kyle Verreynne, Codi Yusuf

India Drawn Alongside Pakistan, Australia, SA For 2026 Womens T20 WC

Old Trafford Cricket Ground: India has been drawn alongside Pakistan, Australia, South Africa and two yet to be known qualifying teams in Group 1 of the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup, set to be played from June 12 to July 5 in England. The tenth edition of the tournament, running across 24 days, will open with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 12. Apart from Edgbaston, Hampshire Bowl, Headingley, Old Trafford, The Oval, Bristol County Ground and Lords are the other tournament venues. Edgbaston will also be the venue for Indias campaign opener against Pakistan on June 14, before playing against a qualifying team at Headingley on June 17. India will face South Africa at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground on June 21, and then play against another qualifying team at the same venue on June 25. Indias group stage will come to an end with a high-stakes clash against multiple times champions Australia at the Lords Cricket Ground on June 28. World Cups are always special, but this one already feels different it has the potential to be truly game-changing. Its going to be a huge moment for our sport and a brilliant opportunity to inspire young people and captivate fans across the country. Playing on home soil, for the biggest prize, against the best players in the world, its going to be unmissable. I cant wait to be a part of it, said England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt in a statement. It will also mark the biggest ICC Womens T20 World Cup to have been ever played, with 12 teams vying for the coveted trophy currently held by New Zealand. Apart from England and New Zealand, Group 2 includes Sri Lanka, West Indies and the other two teams who will come from the global qualifiers, to be held next year. Top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, set for at The Oval on June 30 and July 2, with the grand title clash to be held at Lords on July 5. ICC added that the first wave of priority tickets for final at Lords were sold out in 24 hours, while tickets for all games are now on sale for pre-registered fans. It will also mark the biggest ICC Womens T20 World Cup to have been ever played, with 12 teams vying for the coveted trophy currently held by New Zealand. Apart from England and New Zealand, Group 2 includes Sri Lanka, West Indies and the other two teams who will come from the global qualifiers, to be held next year. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Kohli Retirement Biggest Loss For India As He Was The Best Batter: Geoffrey Boycott

The Daily Telegraph: Former England batter Geoffrey Boycott believes that more than Rohit Sharmas retirement, Virat Kohlis absence is a devastating blow to India ahead of the starting five-match Test series in Leeds, saying that the right-handed batter was their key player. Both Rohit and Kohli announced their retirement from Test cricket in May, leaving India with a big void to fill in the longer format at opening and number four positions respectively. Kohli, 36, scored 9,230 runs in 123 Tests and was at fourth place in India's all-time list of run-scorers in the longer format. The retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma hurts the chances of India beating England. Kohli is the biggest loss as he has been their best batsman and talisman in all three formats. With so much international cricket played by India, and so little rest, it takes its toll and the mind becomes fatigued. It does not matter how much talent or experience you have, if you are not mentally fresh and up for the challenge then it becomes draining. Rohit was a superb batsman. At his best, a beautiful stroke player, but he wont be missed as much as Kohli because his Test record was good rather than exceptional. In the last couple of years his batting was a little inconsistent, which was not surprising in his late 30s. Rohit was never a natural athlete like Kohli and he knows that opening the innings in England can be pretty tough because the new ball moves around more. You really have to be up for the challenge to have any chance of success. I just think that over time the wear and tear of opening the innings and being captain in all three formats wore him down, wrote Boycott in his column for The Daily Telegraph on Wednesday. England come into the all-important series against India on the back of defeating Zimbabwe in the one-off Test at Trent Bridge last month. Boycott has urged the Ben Stokes-led side to temper their Bazball style of batting to beat India, as well as use some common sense. England should beat India if they temper Bazball and use some common sense. At times their cricket has been thrilling and super enjoyable but also reckless batting has lost them Test matches. Their only thought should be winning because it is no use telling us how good you are when the last three World Test Championship finals have been played in our country but England have not qualified for any of them. They should be embarrassed. Their aim should be to make the next WTC final. The new cycle starts now and somebody needs to get through to the England players that being a winner is better than being known as an entertainer. If you can win and entertain, that is a bonus. At the moment England are like a one-trick-pony. Their only thought should be winning because it is no use telling us how good you are when the last three World Test Championship finals have been played in our country but England have not qualified for any of them. They should be embarrassed. Their aim should be to make the next WTC final. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Madhya Pradesh League: Bundelkhand Bulls' Harsh Gawli, Saumy Pandey Emphasise Growth, Positivity Despite Tough Start

Madhya Pradesh Premier League: While the early results havent reflected their potential, Bundelkhand Bulls are approaching the Madhya Pradesh Premier League (MPL) 2025 with a clear sense of purpose - nurturing young talent and building a strong cricketing foundation for the future. Led by batter Harsh Gawli and featuring one of Indias brightest young bowlers Saumy Pandey, the Bulls remain focused on process over panic. The side, owned by RW Group, has taken the field this season with a squad largely built through the MPL Talent Hunt initiative, giving first-time opportunities to players from regions like Sagar. Despite facing defeats in their first three matches, the environment within the camp remains positive and committed. Captain Harsh Gawli, who has impressed in the Ranji Trophy with a double century to his name, is leading this young unit with composure and perspective. Its a new franchise and were working hard to build the right combination. I want the team to click quickly and find the rhythm to win our upcoming games and qualify, Gawli said. He further added that his focus is on guiding the younger players and helping them handle the demands of competitive cricket. Even though Im still new in first-class cricket, I try to share my experience in ways that are useful for the team. This league is a huge opportunity: nationwide broadcast, scouts watching, its a big stage. Personally, Im looking to show intent and for the others too, this is a great chance. Leading the charge alongside Gawli is Saumy Pandey, who finished as the second-highest wicket-taker in the U19 World Cup 2024 with 18 wickets and is already being talked about as a future star. The MPL offers solid exposure, especially for players who may not get many chances in tournaments like the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, said Saumy. Here, they can express themselves. Playing with and against IPL-level players as well as upcoming talent makes it a great learning experience. This kind of league helps prepare you mentally for higher levels. Cricket is a game of situations. The quicker you learn to stay aware and manage pressure, the faster you grow, Saumy said. Both players highlighted the value of the Talent Hunt initiative that gave players without division-level experience a real chance to make their mark. Its a brilliant platform for players to come forward, especially those who havent had the chance to represent their division yet, Gawli noted. As they prepare for the second half of the season, Bundelkhand Bulls are not just focused on the scoreboard but also on building a sustainable cricketing culture rooted in belief, opportunity, and growth. Its a brilliant platform for players to come forward, especially those who havent had the chance to represent their division yet, Gawli noted. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'Itll Be A Bit Weird Not Seeing No. 18...': Stokes Feels India Will Miss Virats 'fighting Spirit' In England Tests

ICC World Test Championship: England skipper and all-rounder Ben Stokes heaped praises on talismanic batter Virat Kohli, saying India will miss his fighting spirit when the two teams face-off in a five-match Test series, starting from June 20, adding that he will feel weird not seeing a number 18 jersey on the field. Team India is taking up the big challenge of a five-Test tour without players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, both of whom have announced their retirement from Test cricket just before the tour. The Indian team will be led by a new face, Shubman Gill, after the India stalwarts announced their retirement from Test cricket last month. In a video released by England Cricket on their Instagram, Stokes said, I think what India will miss will be his fighting spirit out in the game, his competitiveness, desire to win. He has made number 18 his, hasnt he? Itll be a bit weird not seeing number 18 on the back of anyone of any Indian shirt, but he has been class for them for a long period of time. Kohil ended his 14-year career worth 9,230 runs in 123 matches at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries. He hung up his spikes as the fourth-most successful Test captain overall, behind Graeme Smith (53 wins), Ricky Ponting (48 wins), and Steve Waugh (41 wins). Stokes further revealed that he texted Kohli after the Indian ace announced to draw curtains to his illustrious red ball career. I did text him, saying its going to be a shame not to play against him because I love playing against Virat. We both love playing against each other because we have that same mindset when we are out in the field that its a battle, he said. He has been incredible and he deserves sort of Im sure no doubt theres been a lot of praise for him over in India. Theres definitely been praise from players over here and you know hes done really well against England so yeah, he has been a class player. Stokes added. The England tour also signals the start of a new era for Indian cricket, under the new captain Gill. This five-match seroes also marks the beginning of the 202527 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle for both teams. India will face England in the first Test of the five-match series at the Headingley Cricket Ground from June 20. The second Test will be played at Edgbaston from July 2 while the third Test will be held at the iconic Lords beginning on July 10. Both India and England will later travel to Manchester for the fourth Test to be played at Old Trafford from July 23, before concluding the Test series at the Kennington Oval in London starting on July 31. India will face England in the first Test of the five-match series at the Headingley Cricket Ground from June 20. The second Test will be played at Edgbaston from July 2 while the third Test will be held at the iconic Lords beginning on July 10. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Mushfiqur, Litton add to Sri Lanka's misery after Shanto's 148

Asitha dismissed Shanto in the first hour but Sri Lanka could not sieze the momentum, failing to grab several half-chances

WBBL: Melbourne Renegades Resign Title-winning Coach Simon Helmot Three Years

Big Bash Overseas Player Draft: Melbourne Renegades title-winning coach Simon Helmot has re-signed for a further three years after leading the club to the Women's BBL title last season, the Big Bash League announced on Wednesday. In a campaign built on fearless cricket, Helmot steered the Renegades to the ultimate success in his fourth season at the helm and will remain in red until at least the end of WBBL13, the Melbourne Renegades said in a statement. Helmot boasts a wealth of coaching experience, both in Australia and internationally, including roles in the IPL, CPL and ILT. He previously led the Renegades mens program from BBL 1 to BBL 4 and returned to the club in 2020 as an assistant coach of both squads before taking charge of the WBBL side. Last season was an incredibly special one for our playing group and staff, and Im thrilled to be continuing as head coach. Winning a title is never easy, which makes being part of this group all the more special. Led brilliantly by our General Manager, James Rosengarten, and our captain, Sophie Molineux, achieving what we did was an incredibly rewarding experience. Weve got a great core group of players and people who are passionate about the club, and who are fully invested into achieving more. Im excited by what we can do next, Helmot said. The Melbourne Renegades have also appointed Rob Cassell as BBL Assistant and Bowling Coach. Cassell joined Cricket Victoria as Senior Assistant to the men's team in May, following three years with Tasmania, and will bolster Cam White's ranks ahead of the new BBL season. He'll will be working with a talented bowling contingent recently bolstered by Jason Behrendorff and Brendan Doggett. The Melbourne Renegades have also appointed Rob Cassell as BBL Assistant and Bowling Coach. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Maxwell's century for Freedom consigns LAKR to heavy defeat

His unbeaten 106 rescued Freedom from 68 for 4 to an imposing 208 for 5

Helmot at the helm of Renegades WBBL team for three more seasons

Experienced coach rewarded after leading Renegades to first WBBL title last season

Brits 101, Wolvaardt 75, Klaas four-for give SA series win

West Indies never recovered from their score of 40 for 6 in their revised chase of 288

Bree Illing, Bella James Earn Maiden NZ Women's Central Contracts; Devine Opts For Casual Deal

High Performance Liz Green: Left-arm seamer Bree Illing and batter Bella James have earned their maiden New Zealand women's central contracts for the 2025-26 season, while veteran Sophie Devine opted for a casual playing contract following her announcement of retiring from ODI cricket after the 50-over World Cup later this year. Illing and James, who are currently on a New Zealand A tour in England, assume the contract vacancies left by the recently retired Hayley Jensen, and Devine opting for a casual playing agreement. The 21-year-old Illing made her domestic debut in 2022 and has quickly climbed the ranks, becoming the Auckland Hearts leading wicket-taker just three seasons later. Her left-arm swing has proved a force to be reckoned with, claiming 29 wickets across both formats this season, 21 of which were during the Hearts Hallyburton Johnstone (HBJ) Shield campaign at an average of 21, including two four-wicket bags: 4-39 and 4-49. Illings memorable summer continued when she made her ODI and T20I debuts against Sri Lanka, claiming six wickets across the two series, including the prized wicket of visiting captain Chamari Athapaththu on two occasions. James contract comes after several seasons of hard work on the domestic scene which earned her a maiden international call up nearly ten years on from the day in 2014 when she made her Sparks debut at just 16 years of age. She has been a key part in the Otago Sparks batting unit, producing consistent performances throughout the season and assisting the Sparks in claiming back-to-back HBJ Shield titles. Her ball-striking confidence was evident on her White Ferns debut, when she struck her first international boundary, a six, off the ICCs third-ranked ODI bowler, Megan Schutt, during Decembers Rosebowl series against Australia. NZC Head of Womens High Performance Liz Green said the contracting round was competitive. A big congratulations to all 17 players. Were especially excited to welcome Bree and Bella onto the central contract list for the first time. Both thoroughly deserve their place and were excited to see what theyre going to bring to the group in what promises to be a huge year for the White Ferns with ODI and T20 World Cups within the contract period, said Green. New Zealand womeb head coach Ben Sawyer praised Illing and James, saying Bree had an outstanding series against Sri Lanka. To show up the way she did against a world class batter like Chamari shows shes ready for international cricket. Bellas been a consistent performer at the domestic level and had a great debut series against Australia last year. Shes got the competencies that we believe will succeed at the international level. NZC Head of Womens High Performance Liz Green said the contracting round was competitive. A big congratulations to all 17 players. Were especially excited to welcome Bree and Bella onto the central contract list for the first time. Both thoroughly deserve their place and were excited to see what theyre going to bring to the group in what promises to be a huge year for the White Ferns with ODI and T20 World Cups within the contract period, said Green. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

If Stokes Can Bowl More Overs, He Can Ease Pressure From Englands Young Bowlers: Steve Harmison

Cricket YouTube Channel: England skipper Ben Stokes' fitness has always been the billion dollar question, especially after undergoing surgery due to the reoccurrence of a hamstring injury. But on return against Zimbabwe, he managed to electrify with his bowling returns. But come June 20, the day when Englands five-match Test series against India begins in the vibrant city of Leeds, it will also mark the beginning of Stokes most defining era as Englands Test captain. Last summer, the importance of the India series notwithstanding, winning the Ashes in Australia came out as the ultimate goal for England. But its difficult to imagine England succeeding against India and later in Australia unless Stokes makes a substantial contribution with both bat and ball, where he has this uncanny ability to make things happen with either skill. Steve Harmison, the former England fast-bowler, whos known Stokes since he was a 15-year-old in Durham, believes if Stokes takes on a heavier bowling load against India, it could take the burden away from a couple of young, inexperienced bowlers. Ben Stokes looks in great shape, based on what I saw of him during the Zimbabwe Test match. He looks fitter than ever from a physicality point of view, and the way he bowled in the Test match against Zimbabwe, I think he'll bowl a lot this summer, as England will need him to do that. When he's bowling well, that has a knock-on effect on his batting and as a result, he bats well. He's an unbelievable captain and a colossal leader. So, if Ben Stokes can bowl more overs this year and be the force to reckon with as an all-rounder, he might just take that little bit of worry away from what people might have from the bowling attack point of view. With that, he might take the burden away from a couple of young, inexperienced bowlers that are going to be thrust into this Test series, said Harmison in an exclusive conversation with IANS, organised by talkSPORT. Barring Stokes and Chris Woakes, none of other England pace-bowling options havent played even ten Tests, which means their bowling attack looks vulnerable on paper. With the hope that Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, and even Mark Wood might be available at some point, Harmison highlighted have to nail down a defined bowling identity. It's a real challenge for England to try and find a formula for making a bowling attack that can beat India at home and then beat Australia away. That potentially could be two or three different combinations because of the surfaces you play on, the balls that you use, and where in the world you're playing, whether its northern or southern hemisphere. So, England have got to find a formula because that's the one thing at this time they're lacking in. The biggest worry for me would be the bowling unit being a well-rounded unit - they've got bowling individual stock, but I don't think they've got a unit stock. What I mean by that is, I don't think they've got a group of four fast bowlers where three are needed to play at any given time and bowl to a plan because they haven't had a plan, or havent been durable enough to put games together. So, England are still trying to find a bowling attack that can say, right, this is the plan, and this is England's bowling identity. They havent got one because I don't think they've built one yet, more so because their bowlers haven't been fit to bowl for a prolonged period of time. Mark Wood's been injured a lot, Jofra Archer will hopefully be back for the second Test match. I expect Woakes, Carse, Tongue, Bashir and Stokes to be the bowling attack for the first Test match. When you look at what comes underneath that, you've got Overton and Cook - both of them have played only one Test match each. So, there's a lot riding on Chris Woakes' shoulders and he's only bowled 66 red-ball competitive overs since January. So, when I say I'm worried about England's bowling attack, I'm just not sure what their identity is going to be and they need to find that quickly because they've got some difficult Test matches coming up. Amidst the gloom surrounding Englands fast bowling, Harmison predicts Brydon Carses high release point, high pace and accuracy to trouble India. If I was to pick one bowler from England that India might want to look out for and watch out for, it would be Brydon Carse. He's got something that I don't think India would have faced in Test match cricket in England in the last few series. Hes somebody whos got a very tall, high release point, bowls at 90 miles an hour. When they've been here in the past, they've had Broad, Anderson, and a bit of Woakes. They've not had extreme pace, so hopefully in the first Test, they'll have Carse and then Archer in the second Test. England also have an interesting Jacob Bethell situation to deal with - everyone has cited Bethell as a superstar in the making since he burst on to the scene on last years tour of New Zealand. But given Zak Crawley and Ollie Popes recent centuries against Zimbabwe, Harmison believes Bethells inclusion in the starting eleven will come if someone is injured or badly out of form. For me, he fits in at number 12 at this moment in time. He doesn't play for me. I think the only people who have put pressure on Ollie Pope has come from within the England camp. Stokes brought up that Bethell will be back when he's finished with RCB. I don't think anybody expected him for that Zimbabwe Test. Then even Luke Wright, the selector this week, more or less indicated that Ollie Pope's got to fight for his place, probably after telling him that he was going to bat number three. So I don't think Jacob Bethell features until somebody in the top seven gets injured. Even if something happened to Jamie Smith, Ollie Pope would keep wickets like he did in New Zealand and then Jacob Bethell will fit in there. So England's top seven, I think, will stay the same. Jacob Bethell will be out of the team until somebody in that top seven is probably injured, and hes just going to have to wait for his place. Then even Luke Wright, the selector this week, more or less indicated that Ollie Pope's got to fight for his place, probably after telling him that he was going to bat number three. So I don't think Jacob Bethell features until somebody in the top seven gets injured. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Sibley stars as Surrey maintain strong start

Hampshire crash and burn in reply as visitors secure points by convincing margin

Richard Johnson departs role as Middlesex first-team coach

Club stalwart pays price for underwhelming start to season in Championship and Blast competitions

Harshit Rana Links Up With Team India For First Test In Leeds

Harshit Rana: Fast-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana has been included in India's squad for the first Test against England to be played at Leeds from Friday (June 20). Rana was part of the Indian squad in England and has been asked to stay back to bolster the senior squad. The Men's Selection Committee has added Harshit Rana to India's squad for the first Test in Leeds against England. Rana, who was a part of the India A squad, has linked up with the team as India begins preparations for the first Test, the BCCI informed in a release on Tuesday night. The Five-match Test series kicks off at Headingley, Leeds, on June 20, 2025. IANS had reported a few days back that Harshit Rana will stay back with the Indian Test team in England. It was confirmed by sources to IANS that Rana, who was with the India A team in England to play two four-day matches against the England Lions and an intra-squad game against the Test team in Beckenham, has been asked to stay back. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Overall, the New Delhi-based Rana averages 27.79 with the ball in 13 first-class cricket games, having taken 48 wickets. He also averages 32.80 with the bat, including hitting a century and two fifties. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Key: England's No. 3 decision won't define careers

Bethell and Pope are in direct competition for the spot in England's first Test against India

Lamichhane bags four wickets as Nepal pip Scotland in low-scoring thriller

After taking four wickets, he scored the winning run in the chase as Nepal won with one ball to spare

Global Tennis Cricket League, First-ever International Tennis Ball League, To Be Held In Sharjah

Global Tennis Cricket League: From streets and local grounds, tennis ball cricket will be getting an elevation to the international stage with the launch of the Global Tennis Cricket League (GTCL60) in Mumbai. A bold new chapter in the world of tennis ball cricket, GTCL60 is designed as the worlds premier 60-ball tennis cricket league and will feature eight dynamic international teams competing in Sharjah. The star-studded launch event was graced by prominent personalities including Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla, Bollywood actor Sohail Khan, actor Vindu Dara Singh, music director Sajid, and cricketer Iqbal Abdulla. The GTCL60 will be played in Sharjah, UAE, bringing together top tennis ball cricketers from around the world on an international stage. With a match format of 10 overs per side (60 balls), each game promises explosive action from the very first ball. Speaking at the launch, Amin Pathan, Founder of GTCL60, said, Were proud to launch a league that speaks to the heart of every player who has ever dreamed of going from the street to the spotlight. We will be conducting trials across 30 cities to ensure no talent is left behind. Today marks the official beginning of a league that will inspire, uplift, and transform the way tennis ball cricket is seen worldwide. Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawal said, Every cricketer starts with tennis ball cricket even I did. This league is a massive platform for young talent from the grassroots. It will give real opportunities to raw, street-level players and bring their skills to the forefront. For young cricketers, GTCL60 can be a true game-changer. The selection process will begin with open registrations, followed by extensive selection trials to be held across 30 cities in India and abroad. From these trials, the most promising talents will be shortlisted and finally enter a professional player draft, where franchises will select their squad members. Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawal said, Every cricketer starts with tennis ball cricket even I did. This league is a massive platform for young talent from the grassroots. It will give real opportunities to raw, street-level players and bring their skills to the forefront. For young cricketers, GTCL60 can be a true game-changer. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Wyatt-Hodge 65 tops Knott 74* as Surrey win on last ball

Paige Scholfield and Alice Davidson-Richards scramble 11 off final over to snatch points

Ravi Shastri Decodes Indias Potential Starting XI Ahead Of First Test Vs England

Headingley Cricket Ground: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri revealed what he believes to be Indias ideal starting XI for the upcoming five-Test series against England, which begins on June 20 at the Headingley Cricket Ground. Joining Crystal Arnold on The ICC Review, Shastri put forward the left-right combination at the top for the first Test against England, beginning on June 20 in Leeds, and is a debutant at first drop. It would be (Yashasvi) Jaiswal, and with him will be KL. Rahul, because I think this is a big tour for him. He's the most experienced of the batsmen, Shastri began as he listed his side. He opened last time when India toured England, got a hundred, (and) had a good tour. So I would hope for him to open the innings. Three, I'll go with the youngster, Sai Sudarshan. Whatever I've seen of him, he's very impressive. This will be good exposure for him, this tour. The top three are joined by the new Test skipper at No.4 in Shastris side, with the 25-year-old Gill taking on the role, 32 matches into his red-ball international career. Gill was considered unlucky to lose his place in Indias XI during the series defeat in Australia, though he returned at No.3 when Sharma was not selected for the final Test in Sydney, filling the hole left by Rahul, who moved up to open. In all probability, depending on what the current form is, it'll be Karun Nair. He bats at five. It's been a long time since he played for India. Six will be (Rishabh) Pant. I think he (Nair) has worked really hard. He's just worked his way back into the side. The number of runs he's got in first-class cricket is incredible. And I met him during an IPL game. I said, Don't just bang the door. Just kick it down and make your way in and walk into that side. And I think he's done just that. Just the number of runs that he's got has made the selectors look in that direction and give him a place. The remaining questions are about the make-up of Indias bowling attack. Ravindra Jadeja at No.7 is the sides frontline spinner, with Shastris biggest decisions surrounding the No.8 spot, and the make-up of the fast-bowling attack. Two fast-bowling all-rounders look to be in a battle for one spot, while a decision between Prasidh Krishna and left-armer Arshdeep Singh could be condition-dependent. I would go with three fast bowlers, (plus) Shardul Thakur. I know it'll be a tough one between Shardul and Nitish Reddy, but you have to see who bowls how much. If Reddy is going to give you 12 or 14 overs, then he might get the nod because of his batting. And the three fast bowlers would be, I would go with Prasidh Krishna, I would go with Mohammed Siraj and of course, Jasprit Bumrah. I would go with three fast bowlers, (plus) Shardul Thakur. I know it'll be a tough one between Shardul and Nitish Reddy, but you have to see who bowls how much. If Reddy is going to give you 12 or 14 overs, then he might get the nod because of his batting. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'These are not easy runs' - Mushfiqur reflects on 'special' century

His first Test century in 13 innings helped the visitors recover from 45 for 3 on the first day in Galle

James Anderson To Captain Lancashire For Next Two County Championship Matches

James Anderson: Legendary England pacer James Anderson will captain Lancashire in their next two County Championship matches, stepping into the role as Marcus Harris returns to Australia for the birth of his child. This interim captaincy marks a special milestone in the 42-year-old's career, as he prepares to lead a professional side for the very first time Anderson, who has played just one Championship match this season due to a calf injury, has found his rhythm in the Vitality Blast a format he returned to after over a decade taking 10 wickets in four matches. He will now channel that form into red-ball leadership, starting with the match against Kent in Blackpool on Sunday, followed by an away fixture against Derbyshire in Chesterfield. Jimmy will lead the side and it is exciting for him and us, interim head coach Steven Croft told BBC sport. He has captained only once and that was in a pre-season tour T20 game in Dubai, so it will be nice for Jimmy and nice for the lads. He has obviously got a lot to offer on and off the field. It will be a proud moment for him. The leadership switch comes amid a season of transitions for Lancashire. Harris had taken over the red-ball captaincy from Keaton Jennings following a poor start to the campaign that also saw head coach Dale Benkenstein depart. Anderson will now become the clubs third Championship captain this summer, stepping into a pivotal role at a crucial juncture in the season. Lancashire are currently languishing second from bottom in Division Two, with five draws and two losses in seven games. However, their form in the Vitality Blast has offered a silver lining, winning four of six to sit third in the North Group. Croft believes the team is poised for a turnaround in the Championship campaign. The leadership switch comes amid a season of transitions for Lancashire. Harris had taken over the red-ball captaincy from Keaton Jennings following a poor start to the campaign that also saw head coach Dale Benkenstein depart. Anderson will now become the clubs third Championship captain this summer, stepping into a pivotal role at a crucial juncture in the season. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

If Bumrah Plays Four Tests, He Can Do What Rabada, Cummins Did At Lords, Says Harmison

ICC World Test Championship Final: As Shubman Gill leads a new-look Indian Test team when the five-match series against England begins on June 20, the spotlight will be huge on premier fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah and his ability to tilt results single-handedly in the visitors favour under testing conditions. With India yet to take a call on which Tests Bumrah, the top-ranked bowler in the format, will play in England as part of his workload management, Steve Harmison, the former England fast-bowler, believes if the fast-bowling spearhead plays at least four games, he can potentially replicate the performances showcased by Kagiso Rabada and Pat Cummins during the recent 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final at Lords. I look at the two bowling units and I think that's where this series is going to be won. If Jasprit Bumrah plays four Test matches, then he can do what we've just seen Kagiso Rabada and Pat Cummins do at Lords and in Englands overhead conditions. Obviously, Jasprit Bumrah is probably just ahead of those two in the pecking order of, in my opinion, the three best bowlers in the world. If Jasprit does what Pat and Kagiso Rabada did, then it's going to be tough for England because I don't see England having that sort of standout world-class bowler. They've got some inexperience in their attack and five Test matches in six and a half weeks - it's going to be a long toil for both teams, said Harmison in an exclusive conversation with IANS, organised by talkSPORT. In nine Tests in England, Bumrah has picked 37 wickets at an average of 23.78. In his first Test in England in 2018, he picked a five-for as India emerged victorious at Trent Bridge. In 2021, Bumrah did pick up another five-for, though the game ended in a draw due to rain on the last days play. At Lords, his slower ball to fox Ollie Robinson at a crucial juncture is still very much etched in everyones minds, though his blitzkrieg with the bat and an 89-run stand for the last wicket with Mohammed Shami took all the limelight. Harmison further stated that if he was in the Indian team, he would ensure Bumrah would play in Headingley, while giving him rest in either the third or fourth game, depending on what the series scenario is for the visitors. It's easy to say now that you're only going to play three games, and then all of a sudden you're trying to manage him. I think there is a little bit of time between the first and second Test matches, so I don't see there being too much of an issue with that. If he plays in the first two test matches and then has to miss one, like either the third or fourth one, I can guarantee that if the series is on the line, he will play the fifth one. So, when they say he's going to play three, I think that's good for the series. It wouldn't surprise me if he plays four and possibly misses the third or fourth Test match, he said. But with the time in between the first and second Test matches, if I was India, I'd be making sure, yes, he's definitely playing in Headingley. That's a given - he has to play there. Then for me, he has to play at Lords because the way he bowls, he can be utilising the slope, like how Cummins and Rabada did. If you get some cloud cover in an afternoon in England, there'll be nobody more dangerous than Jasprit Bumrah, just like what the two bowlers from South Africa and Australia were, he elaborated. In the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which India lost 3-1, it was mostly defined by the Bumrah versus Australia battle. Add to it, the relentlessness and intensity Bumrah brought into the series till a back injury prevented him from bowling in the second innings at Sydney, was missing from the support pacers. While Bumrah took 32 wickets at an average of 13.06, other Indian pacers collectively picked 40 wickets while averaging 34.82. Overcast conditions in England make it an ideal place to find seam and swing, including with Dukes ball offering lateral movement. Harmison believes the Indian pace attack will thrive in England and signalled Mohammed Siraj, who picked 20 wickets in Australia, is well-positioned to complement Bumrah. The English conditions from a bowler's point of view is a lot easier. Obviously, it's not as hot and humid, what Indian bowlers are used to. It's the air and breeze here which gives a little bit more time to recover in between the overs. It's not as hard on your body and feet. So, from that point of view, I think the Indian seam bowlers will enjoy bowling in England. The Dukes bowl is another contributing factor to why it gives bowlers energy because it moves more laterally, he said. So, it naturally gives bowlers energy because you always think they're in the game. England's batters, the way they play is very aggressive and try to be dominant over bowlers, and that will give a huge amount of energy to Indian bowlers as they will be thinking we're in a contest here. Like in white ball cricket, when there are no real quiet passages, there are no quiet passages at any time when England play Test match cricket. So, because of that, I think the seam bowlers of India will enjoy bowling in England. It'll just be a case of will India pick the right bowlers for the right surfaces in the right Test matches to put England under pressure? Apart from Jasprit Bumrah, I think the key component for me would be someone like Mohammed Siraj, who has got a lot of energy and moved the Kookaburra ball laterally. I think he could be quite a dark horse if he gets it right early because he seems to be a confident bowler. If Mohammed Siraj starts the series well in Leeds, then you expect him to have a big summer. So, he's somebody I'm expecting to back up Jasprit Bumrah if he plays in that first Test match, he concluded. So, because of that, I think the seam bowlers of India will enjoy bowling in England. It'll just be a case of will India pick the right bowlers for the right surfaces in the right Test matches to put England under pressure? Apart from Jasprit Bumrah, I think the key component for me would be someone like Mohammed Siraj, who has got a lot of energy and moved the Kookaburra ball laterally. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Shanto, Mushfiqur Hundreds Turn Tide For Bangladesh After Early Wobble In Galle

Najmul Hossain Shanto: What began as Sri Lankas morning ended emphatically as Bangladeshs day in Galle, courtesy of a record-breaking, unbeaten 247-run partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim which carried visitors to 292/3 in 90 overs after stumps on day 1 at the Galle International Stadium. After a jittery start where Bangladesh lost three wickets inside the first 15 overs, the experienced duo of Shanto (136*) and Mushfiqur (105*) steadied the ship and powered the visitors to a commanding 292/3 at stumps on Day 1 of the opening Test. Winning the toss proved crucial for Bangladesh on a Galle surface that was unusually benign on the opening day. Despite a rocky beginning with Shadman Islam (14), Anamul Haque (0), and Mominul Haque dismissed for just 29 runs skipper Shanto and veteran Mushfiqur combined resilience with attacking flair to snatch back momentum and dominate the rest of the days play. The morning saw Sri Lanka riding high on emotions and early breakthroughs. The day began with a warm guard of honour for retiring stalwart Angelo Mathews, and soon after, Asitha Fernando dismissed Anamul Haque with a sharp delivery that seamed away. Debutant ambidextrous spinner Tharindu Ratnayake then struck twice across two overs, removing Shadman and Mominul, sparking celebrations in the Sri Lankan camp. However, Shantos response was immediate and assertive. On just his sixth delivery, he danced down the track and lofted Tharindu over his head a signal of intent and a turning point in the day. From then on, he took particular aim at the debutant, scoring 10 of his 15 boundaries (including one six) off him and disrupting any rhythm the young spinner attempted to build. Mushfiqur, calm and composed, anchored from the other end. His century, the 12th of his Test career and fourth against Sri Lanka, was a testament to his enduring quality and game awareness. As the day wore on, both batters rotated strike with ease and punished anything loose, with the scoring rate consistently around 3.5 runs per over and climbing to nearly 4 an over in the final session. Sri Lankas bowling attack, despite the early success, struggled to maintain pressure. Milan Rathnayake was disciplined and economical, returning 0/19 from 12 overs, but lacked support at the other end. Prabath Jayasuriyas delayed reintroduction after lunch allowed the Bangladeshi pair to settle further, and over-bowling the debutant Tharindu who ended with 2/124 proved costly as the partnership flourished. At stumps, Bangladesh found themselves in an enviable position, with their senior-most duo well set and plenty of batting still to come. With the pitch showing minimal turn and bounce, the visitors look poised to bat long and big, putting Sri Lanka under considerable pressure heading into Day 2. Sri Lankas bowling attack, despite the early success, struggled to maintain pressure. Milan Rathnayake was disciplined and economical, returning 0/19 from 12 overs, but lacked support at the other end. Prabath Jayasuriyas delayed reintroduction after lunch allowed the Bangladeshi pair to settle further, and over-bowling the debutant Tharindu who ended with 2/124 proved costly as the partnership flourished. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Jordan Thompson to leave Yorkshire after agreeing Warwickshire deal

Leeds-born allrounder turned down contract extension and will move at end of season

James Anderson to captain Lancashire in next two Championship rounds

Red Rose turn to veteran seamer with Marcus Harris absent to attend the birth of his child

Bumrah did not take up India Test captaincy because of 'workload'

He said it wouldn't be fair on the team if he had to take breaks during long series as captain owing to workload

Test Series Vs India Is The Perfect Ashes Warm-up For England, Says Swann

Headingley Cricket Ground: Former England spinner Graeme Swann believes England need to convincingly defeat India in the five-Test series, which is scheduled to begin on June 20 at the Headingley Cricket Ground, as a build-up to the Ashes which will be played in Australia later this year. England finished the 2023-25 World Test Championship cycle in a dismal fifth place, having won only 10 of their 22 matches, with 11 defeats and one draw to their name. The series against India will provide an opportunity for their relatively inexperienced bowling attack to find their groove. Meanwhile, India too will be without its two most experienced batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli who retired from the longest format ahead of the tour of England. It's kind of the perfect warmup for the ashes to be honest. India is a huge series and the last two or three times we've gone to India, we've been thoroughly outplayed. So in our own backyard, our home turf, we need to beat India. We need to play well. They're not going to have Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, their two absolute experienced superstars with the bat. So without that, yes, they've got great players coming in instead, but we've got bowlers who exploit our conditions well and can bowl really well. I think England must look to win this series, and I think it should look to win it convincingly as well. I'll take four-one three two at a push, but I really hope we do well and get the confidence moving into the ashes, said Swann to Sky Sports. They're not going to have Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, their two absolute experienced superstars with the bat. So without that, yes, they've got great players coming in instead, but we've got bowlers who exploit our conditions well and can bowl really well. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'We're Here To Put Up A Show': Shardul Thakur Confident Of Young Squad To Win Test Series In England

World Test Championship: India all-rounder Shardul Thakur believes that the touring Indian squad has the potential to win the upcoming five-match Test series against England starting in Leeds from Friday. Shardul was part of India's squad that toured England last time in 2021-22. India were 2-1 up in the five-Test series before the final Test of the series was rescheduled to next year due to Covid-19. India lost the final Test - in the absence of the regular captain Rohit Sharma - as England levelled the series 2-2. With Rohit and Virat Kohli moving away from red-ball cricket, the young Indian squad under the leadership of new skipper Shubman Gill will have to do the improbable in the English conditions. I think it's very exciting to play in this part of the world where you face different challenges. The first one, of course, is whether. Sometimes it's cloudy, sometimes it's bright, sunny, and as a player, you need to make adjustments to your game, whether you're batting or bowling, the pace-bowling all-rounder said in a video posted on BCCI's social media accounts. It's good to have that fresh energy in the team, a few youngsters coming up, and new talents are always exciting. Now that the England team is also playing a different kind of cricket. You know, like to surprise them also that we are here to put up a show, and it's always great to win away series, away from home. And if we could achieve this feat, it would be massive for the entire nation, he added. Recalling India's last Test tour of England, Shardul said it was one of the fondest memories of his. He featured in the three Tests of the series and bagged eight wickets. He also scored two half-centuries in the fourth Test of the series. I think the 2021 series, where we won a couple of games. The first one also we could have won, but unfortunately, it rained on the last day and we couldn't chase down the total. But then we won in Lord's, then we won in The Oval, and then we came back for the fifth Test next year. The series was level, but that was one of the fondest memories of mine, one of the best Test series that I have been part of, he recalled. Recalling India's last Test tour of England, Shardul said it was one of the fondest memories of his. He featured in the three Tests of the series and bagged eight wickets. He also scored two half-centuries in the fourth Test of the series. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'Entirely Inaccurate And Misleading': Shikhar Dhawan Denies He Will Be Playing In Super60 USA Legends Tournament

Super60 USA Legends Tournament: Former India batter Shikhar Dhawan clarified that he is ot associated with or participating in the Super60 USA Legends Tournament after the organisers of the tournament said he is one of the four Indian players to feature in the event scheduled from August 5 to 16. In a statement issued by Dhawan's office, he called the media reports regarding his involvement with the Super60 USA Legends Tournament entirely inaccurate and misleading We have noticed that certain articles and posts are circulating across media platforms, falsely claiming that Shikhar Dhawan is participating in the upcoming Super 60 Legends USA League, the statement said. We would like to clearly state that Shikhar Dhawan is not associated with or participating in the said league in any capacity. The reports quoting Mr. Dhawan or indicating his involvement are entirely inaccurate and misleading. We strongly urge all media portals and publishers to refrain from spreading such misinformation. We request your support in ensuring accurate reporting and preventing the spread of unverified news, it added. Earlier, the organisers of the tournament said that Dhawan was among four Indians to participate in the league, including former players Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, and Robin Uthappa. Talking about his participation and the format, the legendary off-spinner said, I'm thrilled to be part of the Super60 USA Legends Tournament. Its a unique and distinguished format that promises to bring a fresh perspective to the game. With the involvement of international legends, this tournament is a big step toward popularising cricket in this part of the world. Raina shared a similar sentiment, stating, Im excited to be part of the Super60 USA Legends Tournament, which brings together world-class talent. A tournament like this will play a vital role in growing the cricketing community in the US, and Im proud to play a role in that journey. Its unique format brings a fresh appeal to the game and has great potential to attract new fans. Its exciting to be part of something that contributes meaningfully to crickets development in the US, said Uthappa. Raina shared a similar sentiment, stating, Im excited to be part of the Super60 USA Legends Tournament, which brings together world-class talent. A tournament like this will play a vital role in growing the cricketing community in the US, and Im proud to play a role in that journey. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Suryakumar Yadav In London For Right Hernia Treatment: Report

T20 World Cup: Indias T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is currently in London, for right-side sports hernia treatment and is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks, says a report. While the Indian Test team, led by Shubman Gill, is gearing up for the five-match series against England, the 34-year-old white-ball maestro is utilising the current break in Indias limited-overs schedule to focus on his recovery and long-term fitness. According to News24, Suryakumar's treatment will start next week and is expected to return to cricketing field by August. Although the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not issued an official statement, reports suggest the medical procedure could require up to two months of recovery. The timing works in Yadav's favour, as India have no T20I commitments until August, when they travel to Bangladesh for a white-ball tour. That will be followed by home series against South Africa and the West Indies, before an away trip to Australia, all of which are part of Indias build-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup. Suryakumars decision to undergo the procedure now is strategic, allowing him to return fully fit for the crucial upcoming T20 cycle. And hell be missed the Mumbai batter has been in red-hot form, particularly in the IPL 2025 season, where he was a standout performer. Leading the charge for Mumbai Indians, Suryakumar amassed 717 runs in 16 matches at an average of 65.18 and a strike rate of 167.9. Remarkably, he scored 25 or more in all 16 innings, setting a new T20 record for most consecutive 25+ scores. His consistency was pivotal in propelling MI to the playoffs, though their campaign ended in Qualifier 2 with a loss to Punjab Kings. Post-IPL, Leading the charge for Mumbai Indians, Suryakumar amassed 717 runs in 16 matches at an average of 65.18 and a strike rate of 167.9. Remarkably, he scored 25 or more in all 16 innings, setting a new T20 record for most consecutive 25+ scores. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Siddharth Kaul Lone Indian Among 600-plus That Register For BBL 2025 Draft

Pacer Siddharth Kaul: Pacer Siddharth Kaul has emerged as the only Indian player in the mens list of over 600 cricketers who have registered for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) draft, scheduled to be held on June 19. The draft, announced by Cricket Australia, features a global pool of T20 talent, with 178 English players, 74 from Pakistan, 42 from the West Indies, and 13 from Sri Lanka also throwing their hats into the ring. Kaul, a former India international and seasoned IPL campaigner, will be hoping to revive his T20 fortunes by securing a contract in Australias premier franchise league. He stands alone as Indias sole male representative in the 2025 BBL draft, underlining the rarity of Indian participation in overseas T20 leagues. One of the most high-profile names in the draft, however, is legendary England fast bowler James Anderson, who has made headlines by registering for the BBL draft at the age of 42. Having recently returned to T20 cricket after an 11-year hiatus, Anderson impressed in the Vitality T20 Blast for Lancashire, returning figures of 3 for 17 and finishing with 10 wickets in just four games. If picked, Anderson could become the oldest overseas player ever to feature in the BBL and the second-oldest in tournament history after Brad Hogg. This isnt Andersons first attempt at franchise league participation this year. He had earlier registered for both the IPL 2025 mega auction and The Hundred draft but went unsold on both occasions. However, with his recent form and legendary status, franchises may be more inclined to take a punt on the veteran this time around. If picked, Anderson could become the oldest overseas player ever to feature in the BBL and the second-oldest in tournament history after Brad Hogg. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

My Goal Is To Bring Tennis Back To Life In India, Says Teen Sensation Hitesh Chauhan

French Open Juniors: The 17-year-old Hitesh Chauhan, who recently became the first Indian to reach the second round of the French Open Juniors since 2016, has set his sights on a goal much bigger than winning a Grand Slam - reigniting the diminishing flame of tennis in the country. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, the young talent opened up about his dream of representing India in Grand Slams and breaking into the top 30 of the ATP rankings. For Chauhan, its not just about personal glory its about inspiring a generation and reviving interest in tennis nationwide. Its going to be a long, tough journey. I dont think Im even halfway there, but through it all, I just want to make my country, my parents, my coaches, Roundglass everyoneproud. I want every Indian to see tennis. I want them to see an Indian playing Grand Slams, being in the top 50, and top 30 in the ATP rankings. My goal is to bring tennis back to life in Indianot at the level of cricket, of coursebut to give it the recognition it deserves. Im ready for the competition, ready for the hard work. And Im sure Ill be in the top 30thats my goal, Hitesh told IANS. In the first round of the French Open Junior men's doubles, Hitesh, alongside teammate Haydar Cem Gokpinar (Turkiye), brushed past Swedens Ludvig Fredrik Hede and Switzerlands Flynn Thomas 7-5, 6-3. This was the Indians first win at a Grand Slam tournament. It was an awesome experience over there. Playing with the champs over there, with the ATP players, No. 1 Jannik Sinner, (Carlos) Alcaraz, and all. Then playing where all the ATP players play, on the historic courts over there at the French Open. And playing with an amazing crowd over there. I will never forget this experience in my whole life, Hitesh said. In an almost poetic manner, Hiteshs first win at a Grand Slam came during the tournament where his inspiration, Rafael Nadal, was honoured for his stellar career. Hitesh spoke on how thinking about the Spaniard motivated him to give his best. Rafa is an inspiration. I always thought that one day I would want to be like him. So I have to face these challenges in my life. That also motivated me a lot, thinking about him, thinking about how he played with this much crowd. He also played the French Open when he was 17 years old, he said. Hiteshs journey at the tournament came to an end when he was handed a 6-1, 6-4 defeat by the American duo of Noah Johnston and Benjamin Willwerth. Despite the defeat, Hitesh showed incredible heart and fight by continuing and fighting for each point despite cramping up in the second set. He also revealed how Aditya Sachdeva, his coach at Roundglass Academy, was extremely proud of him and opened up on the heartwarming conversation they shared after the game. When I called him after I lost a match, he was like, 'In my mind, you have won. In my heart, you have won. The match you played today was just incredible. I'm so proud of you. The whole team, the whole academy, is so proud of you. This, I would not count as a loss. For me, it is a win that you played, even after you were injured. In the third set, you were 4-2 up, and then you got injured. You didn't leave. You didn't give up and you gave up every single, every single percentage of yours, Hitesh revealed. After a memorable French Open, Hitesh now turns his attention towards the pinnacle of Tennis - Wimbledon. The 17-year-old is currently adapting to the grass courts at the Chandigarh Club, as it will be his first time playing on the surface. The preparation for Wimbledon is going pretty well. Im here in Chandigarh, getting ready for it. Its a blessing that we have some grass courts here at the Chandigarh Club, so Ive been able to practice before heading to Wimbledon. Ive also been doing fitness work on the grass, focusing on my movement. I'm starting to feel comfortable, and thats my main goalto move really well on grass, especially since itll be my first time playing on it. The game is all in the mind, but physical preparation is crucial. Thats my focus for these two or three weeks leading up to Wimbledon, he said. But before he takes the field at the iconic courts of Wimbledon, Hitesh will be taking part in the British Open Roehampton , which he believes to be a do-or-die tournament. I'm starting to feel comfortable, and thats my main goalto move really well on grass, especially since itll be my first time playing on it. The game is all in the mind, but physical preparation is crucial. Thats my focus for these two or three weeks leading up to Wimbledon, he said. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Yorkshire sign Abdullah Shafique for Championship, T20 Blast

Pakistan batter available for Championship games against Notts and Essex

Harbhajan, Dhawan, Raina And Uthappa To Feature In Super60 USA Legends Tournament

The Super60 USA Legends Tournament: Former Indian players Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina and Robin Uthappa are all set to feature in the Super60 USA Legends Tournament, scheduled to take place from August 5 to 16. Harbhajan and Raina, who had been a part of Indias ODI World Cup-winning team in 2011, Uthappa who featured in the Indian side that lifted the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup and Dhawan, who played a massive role for Men in Blues Champions Trophy triumph in 2013, expressed delight on being part of this competition. Talking about his participation and the format, the legendary off-spinner said, I'm thrilled to be part of the Super60 USA Legends Tournament. Its a unique and distinguished format that promises to bring a fresh perspective to the game. With the involvement of international legends, this tournament is a big step toward popularising cricket in this part of the world. Raina shared a similar sentiment, stating, Im excited to be part of the Super60 USA Legends Tournament, which brings together world-class talent. A tournament like this will play a vital role in growing the cricketing community in the US, and Im proud to play a role in that journey. Dhawan further added, Joining the Super60 USA Legends Tournament is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fans in a growing cricket community. With international stars and a fresh, engaging format, this event has the potential to bring cricket into the mainstream in the US, paving the way for future generations. Lauding the format, Uthappa said, The Super60 USA Legends Tournament is an excellent platform, both in terms of competition and innovation. Its unique format brings a fresh appeal to the game and has great potential to attract new fans. Its exciting to be part of something that contributes meaningfully to crickets development in the US. Dhawan further added, Joining the Super60 USA Legends Tournament is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fans in a growing cricket community. With international stars and a fresh, engaging format, this event has the potential to bring cricket into the mainstream in the US, paving the way for future generations. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Mandhana back as No. 1 in ODI batting rankings

Laura Wolvaardt dropped to tied-second alongside Nat Sciver-Brunt

Smriti Mandhana Reclaims Top Spot In ICC Womens ODI Rankings

International Cricket Council: India star Smriti Mandhana has reclaimed the number one position in the womens ODI batting rankings for the first time since November 2019, according to the latest update released by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday. The 28-year-old rose one spot to return to the top after South Africas captain Laura Wolvaardt, slipped to joint-second place with Englands new captain Nat Siver-Brunt, following innings of 27 and 28 in the first two ODIs against the West Indies. Mandhana now sits comfortably with 727 rating points after ending Wolvaardts more than six-month-long perch at the top. The India star batter has been in excellent touch of late and scored her 11th career century during the final of India's recent tri-series against Sri Lanka and South Africa in Colombo. Wolvaardts teammate, Tazmin Brits advanced five places to 27th thanks to her half-century in the first match of the three-match series, which is currently levelled after South Africa bounced back from their opening, four-wicket loss to beat the hosts by 40 runs in the second match in Barbados over the weekend. West Indies pair Shemaine Campbelle (up seven spots to 62nd) and Qiana Joseph (up 12 spots to equal 67th) also make gains on the charts for ODI batters. In other movements, former Proteas captain, Sune Luus struck 76 in the second match to gain seven places to 42nd in the batters list and rose seven slots to 42nd in the bowlers list. Meanwhile, the West Indies opener Qiana Josephs innings of 60 in their first match saw her leap 12 slots to joint-67th place. West Indies pair Shemaine Campbelle (up seven spots to 62nd) and Qiana Joseph (up 12 spots to equal 67th) also make gains on the charts for ODI batters. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

RPL: Every Match And Interaction Is Raising Our Level, Says Bengaluru's Mohit Khatri

Rugby Premier League: After a draw in their opening match in the inaugural season of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) on Sunday, Bengaluru Bravehearts bounced back in style with a commanding 35-10 win over the Kalinga Black Tigers, registering their first victory in the tournament. Man of the Match and one of Indias best Mohit Khatri shed light on the environment in the dressing room, his experience playing against his brothers and the powerful impact RPL is set to have on the Indian rugby ecosystem. The first match was a draw but we are happy with the win in our second match. Hopefully, the winning cycle will continue. Lets see what happens in the upcoming matches, but the energy is great, and the team is coming together, Mohit said after the big win. The RPL is a first-of-its-kind franchise-based rugby league which has enabled top stars from around the world to play together as teammates. Mohit, a seasoned Indian international himself, finds the experience of playing alongside foreign professionals highly rewarding. Its been a really good experience. Ive learnt a lot from the foreign players in such a short time, theres so much I cant even express in words. We are slowly beginning to understand what it means to play at world standards. Every match, every interaction, its raising our level, he stated. The foreign players are incredibly down to earth. Whenever we approach them for advice, they respond, guide, encourage and even celebrate our small victories. The whole environment is very positive and supportive, Mohit added. Mohit isnt the only Khatri featuring in the RPL, as his brothers Prince Khatri and Neeraj Khatri are also playing against him for the Hyderabad Heroes and the Mumbai Dreamers, respectively. The brothers started their rugby story together in Haryana and were introduced to the sport by their eldest brother and former Indian rugby captain Vikas Khatri. We used to play sports like football and cricket when we were kids. One day, my elder brother Vikas told us to try something new and introduced us to rugby, Mohit recalled. Weve always played together but now, were playing against each other, it is like exam time. Lets see how well Ive learnt from them over the years, he added. Since it's the first season, the RPL has included a maximum of 30 Indian players in the league, however, Mohit believes with the growing popularity of the league among the masses, the number will increase a lot going forward. A lot of Indian players have reached out to me. The sport is still growing but this league will change that. As RPLs name spreads, more kids will get inspired. Next year, maybe therell be 50 or 60 Indian players. Well work hard to increase that number. Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, If there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible. The first game on Tuesday will see the Delhi Redz take on the Chennai Bulls. Delhi Redz is coming off of a draw in their opening match as they face an in-form Chennai Bulls side who have won two games on the trot. Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, If there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

I'm Willing To Give My Blood For This Team And Continue Working Hard: Kagiso Rabada

World Test Championship: South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada, who was instrumental in Proteas' five-wicket win over Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's last week, said that he is willing to put his body on the line for the tea. Rabada bagged nine wickets in the summit clash including the five-wicket haul in the first innings to etch his name in Lord's Honours Board. His efforts put South Africa in a dominating position as they wrapped Australia's first innings for 212. The 30-year-old has so far bagged 336 wickets in 71 Tests which puts him fourth on South Africa's all-time wicket-takers list and has the best strike rate in the game for anyone with more than 200 wickets. There are normally two voices in your head, the one that doubts and the one that believes. The second is the one that we keep feeding, especially in big moments like this, the World Test Championship final, Rabada told reporters at Lord's. That's why you saw the performances you saw. It's a testament to our team this season. I don't see myself as a star. I see myself as someone who's willing to give my blood for this team and continue working hard and improving. That's me as a cricketer, always wanting to improve and playing for the badge with a lot of pride. I've been working extremely hard, and those second-innings spells, those are the ones that count more, when you're a bit tired. You could be behind the game, or you could be ahead of the game. This time, we're behind the game. But I think it was just about staying calm and looking at what's in front of us. That's the way I see myself, he added. Reflecting on the WTC triumph, the speedster said he will not forget the day in his life. I don't see myself as a star. I see myself as someone who's willing to give my blood for this team and continue working hard and improving. That's me as a cricketer, always wanting to improve and playing for the badge with a lot of pride. I've been working extremely hard, and those second-innings spells, those are the ones that count more, when you're a bit tired. You could be behind the game, or you could be ahead of the game. This time, we're behind the game. But I think it was just about staying calm and looking at what's in front of us. That's the way I see myself, he added. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

I Hope Coach Sees Me In That Position: Mulder On No.3 Test Spot In Proteas' Line-up

ICC World Test Championship: Proteas allrounder Wiaan Mulder said he is keen to cement the No.3 Test spot in the Proteas' line-up after a decent impression when batting at the first drop in the Proteas triumphant ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final last week. Mulder contributed scores of six and 27 during the Ultimate Test at Lord's, with the 27-year-old's partnership of 61 with centurion Aiden Markram on the third day of the contest was a pivotal moment in the Proteas' lifting the coveted mace with a five-wicket victory over Australia. It was just the fourth time that Mulder had batted at No.3 for South Africa in Test cricket and wants to make the spot his own going forward. To be honest, I loved it (batting at three) in this Test. I'm a bad watcher, especially knowing I'm going in next to bat, I get so nervous, and I think everyone really does, Mulder told ICC Digital. If they say they don't, I think they're lying, to be honest. There are a lot of things that go through your head when you're watching when you're batting at three, you have to be switched on pretty much from the first ball. I didn't mind that and I really enjoyed it. And I really hope that Shuks (South Africa coach Shukri Conrad) sees me there going forward in that position as I think I can have a big impact, he added. The No.3 position in the Proteas' batting line-up has not been firmly established in recent times. Players such as Ryan Rickelton, Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs have all filled this crucial batting role during South Africa's journey to the WTC final. I think it balances our team well. If you look at the combinations we can play, we can play Kesh up anywhere we go if I bat at three, because I can be the fourth seamer and Kesh will be your spinner pretty much anywhere in the world. And I think that makes us quite versatile in so many different conditions and if I can get some runs there it would mean a lot. To be able to get a bit more responsibility with the bat just suits my character a bit more and that opportunity to bat at three just gives me that opportunity to always have an impact on the game somewhere along the line, Mulder added. Mulder is almost certain to have the opportunity to make the number three spot his own, as the Proteas are scheduled to play two Tests against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo in the coming weeks with a trio of first-choice batters -- Markram, Rickelton and Stubbs -- have all been rested. I haven't batted a lot at three, so it's another opportunity to learn and try and get some runs and have an impact on the game. It's going to be a little bit different mentally to this (WTC Final) Test and the preparation to this Test, because we were playing against the Aussies in probably the biggest Test I'll ever play in. Mulder is almost certain to have the opportunity to make the number three spot his own, as the Proteas are scheduled to play two Tests against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo in the coming weeks with a trio of first-choice batters -- Markram, Rickelton and Stubbs -- have all been rested. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

TSK bundle Seattle Orcas for 60 for third straight win

Zia-ul-Haq, Nandre Burger and Noor Ahmad picked up three wickets apiece on a pitch with variable bounce to hand Orcas their second successive loss

WTC Continues To Invigorate Test Cricket: Jay Shah On Start Of 2025-27 Championship Cycle

ICC Chair Jay Shah: After the culmination of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with South Africa lifting the mace at iconic Lord's last week, ICC Chair Jay Shah is looking forward to the next instalment of the WTC and wished players all the best ahead of the new cycle. The next cycle begins in earnest with a string of high-profile series kicking off proceedings. Sri Lankas two-Test series at home against Bangladesh, which begins on 17 June, is the first contest of the 2025-27 cycle and soon overlaps with a five-Test showdown between England and India. Indian and Eng;and will go head-to-head at Headingley, Edgbaston, Lords, Old Trafford and The Oval in the coming weeks. The third edition of the World Test Championship came to a fantastic conclusion at Lords as Australia and South Africa played out a classic encounter and we now look forward to the next instalment. This Championship continues to invigorate Test match cricket, and four of the nine competing nations have now reached a Final over the first three cycles, Shah said in an ICC release. Bringing context for players and fans, as well as a high level of competitiveness, is key and the big turnout out at Lords as well as the viewership levels across the globe for the Final is testimony to the continued popularity of Test cricket. I would like to thank the Member Boards for their continued support of this exciting concept and wish the players all the very best as they begin their journey towards the next Final in 2027, he added. Beaten finalists Australia begin their bid to regain their WTC crown in the Caribbean as they take on West Indies in a three-Test series for the right to lift the Frank Worrell Trophy. As per the previous cycles, nine teams will contest the WTC and each nation will play six other sides three home and three away over the course of the two-year period. Australia play 11 matches at home including an Ashes series against England later this year and four Tests against New Zealand and the same number away. England play 11 Tests on their own turf and 10 on the road, visiting beaten WTC Final 2025 finalists South Africa for a three-Test tour in December 2026. India will play 18 matches in this cycle, split evenly home and away, with 2021 champions New Zealand playing in 16. England play 11 Tests on their own turf and 10 on the road, visiting beaten WTC Final 2025 finalists South Africa for a three-Test tour in December 2026. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

NZ Captain Devine To Retire From ODIs After 2025 Womens World Cup

NZC Chief Executive Scott Weenink: New Zealand ODI captain Sophie Devine will retire from one day internationals at the conclusion of the 2025 ICC Womens Cricket World Cup in India and Sri Lanka later this year. Devine will lead the White Ferns at the 2025 ICC Womens Cricket World Cup starting September 30. NZC said Devine will opt for a casual playing agreement for the 2025-26 season and a decision on her successor will be made ahead of the New Zealand home summer. Devine has played 298 international matches since she debuted as a 17-year-old in 2016, becoming the New Zealand women's permanent captain in 2020, and has since led the team to new heights - including a bronze medal win at the Commonwealth Games in 2022 and a maiden ICC Womens T20 World Cup victory last year. The 35-year-old has amassed 7,421 runs including eight ODI centuries and one T20I century and has taken 226 wickets throughout her international career. She is New Zealand's second-highest capped women's ODIs player behind Suzie Bates and sits fourth on New Zealand's all-time women's ODI run-scorers list with 3990 runs and will almost certainly pass 4000 runs and move to third, ahead of Debbie Hockley (4064) by the end of the World Cup. It feels like the right time for me to start stepping away. I feel very fortunate to have NZCs support in finding a solution that means I can still give to the Whote Ferns. Its important that everyone knows Im focused and dedicated to giving this group everything I can before I step away. Im really excited by where this young groups going and Im looking forward to playing my part in the next six to nine months, said Devine in a statement shared by NZC. Devine also currently sits second on New Zealand women's all-time ODI wicket-takers as one of only two players with more than 100 wickets alongside Lea Tahuhu. NZC Head of Womens High Performance Liz Green said Devine had NZCs support in full. Sophies given nearly 20 years of service to the White Ferns and NZC is fully supportive of her quest to find more balance at this stage in her career. Were pleased to be able to reach an agreement that means she can continue to be involved with the White Ferns on a case-by-case basis, whilst opening up the opportunity for another player to be contracted in full, said Green. NZC Head of Womens High Performance Liz Green said Devine had NZCs support in full. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Bangladesh opt to bat; Udara and Tharindu debut for SL

Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Bangladesh's highest run-scorer in the previous WTC cycle, missed out owing to a fever

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Sri Lanka's De Silva Rues Missed Chances, Confident About Next WTC Cycle

ICC World Test Championship: Even as they were preparing for their two-match Test series against Bangladesh, which will kick off the new cycle of the World Test Championship, Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva was keenly following the WTC 2023/25 final between Australia and South Africa at the Lord's in London. Though de Silva was following every twist and turn in the hard-fought encounter that South Africa won to claim the WTC Mace for the first time, the Sri Lanka captain was watching the proceedings with regret because with a bit of luck and some good performances, Sri Lanka could have been one of the finalists of the WTC 2023-25. Now, taking inspiration from South Africas triumph at Lords, the Sri Lanka skipper is eyeing a similar victory for his side in the new World Test Championship cycle. Skipper de Silva is rallying his side to take inspiration from the Proteas' ICC World Test Championship 2025 Final triumph as Sri Lanka brace for the start of the next WTC cycle. Sri Lanka harboured a decent chance of qualifying for the prestigious showpiece event at Lord's in the recently concluded cycle. Their path to the final was clear: win three out of their remaining four Tests. Two of these crucial encounters were at home against Australia, while the other two presented a stern away challenge against South Africa. Ultimately, however, they finished a disappointing sixth in the standings after succumbing to heavy defeats in all four of those decisive encounters. For de Silva, this is the first World Test Championship cycle where he is at the helm from the very beginning, and he is determined to leave no stone unturned. We had a big chance to get to the final, but unfortunately, we couldn't do it, de Silva told reporters on the eve of the first Test against Bangladesh. Even yesterday, when I talked to the boys, I reminded them where we could have been (at Lord's this week), and where we ended up. As we start a new cycle, we know we have to win our home series. We need to pick up all those points. It's a great opportunity to start a new cycle with a home series. The cycle presents a major challenge for Sri Lanka. While Dimuth Karunaratne has already retired and Angelo Mathews will quit the format after the first Test. Despite these setbacks, Dhananjaya de Silva remains focused on the task ahead and wants his team to concentrate on winning as many matches as possible from the 12 scheduled Tests Sri Lanka will play in this cycle. The team picked for the two Tests and Bangladesh has as many as six uncapped players, many of them selected on the back of strong domestic performances. We need to prepare for the situations that we do get. We've had a good National Super League (Sri Lanka's premier first-class tournament) recently, and we've had good preparation through that. We've also identified a few good youngsters through that. We're looking to embark on this next journey with them, said De Silva The team picked for the two Tests and Bangladesh has as many as six uncapped players, many of them selected on the back of strong domestic performances. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Mehidy Hasan Under Observation As Bangladesh Eye Galle Advantage In Sri Lanka Test

Mehidy Hasan Miraz: As Bangladesh gear up for the opening Test of their Sri Lanka tour in Galle on Tuesday, all eyes are on the availability of key allrounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who remains under medical observation due to a bout of fever. While his recovery is reportedly progressing, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said the team will make a last-minute decision on Mehidys inclusion in the playing XI. Mehidy is still under observation, but his health is improving. A lot depends on his availability, Shanto told reporters on the eve of the Test. If he is in the team, we can go into the Test with a good combination. The absence of Mehidy, a vital spin-bowling asset and lower-order contributor, could force Bangladesh to alter their balance on a pitch that is known to dramatically assist spinners as the match progresses. Shanto is confident that Bangladeshs batters can cash in on the early advantage in Galle before the pitch starts to break down and favour spin. In the last five years, the batting average in Galle has dipped drastically each day from 45.64 on Day 1 to just 20.65 on Day 5 underlining the importance of making early runs. Playing spin may be challenging, but theres also a lot of runs in the first two or three days in Galle, Shanto said. We want to take that opportunity. There will be challenges for the batters, as spinners take a lot of wickets here. Bangladesh last played a Test in Galle in 2017, and Shanto himself has fond memories of scoring his maiden Test century in Sri Lanka during the 2021 tour in Pallekele. But this will be his first as captain of the island nation. With Tamim Iqbal retired and Shakib Al Hasan unavailable for Tests, Bangladesh continue to navigate a transition period in their red-ball setup. Shanto acknowledged their contributions but stressed the need to focus on the present. They [Shakib and Tamim] have not been in the team for the last two or three years. We dont want to think about the past, Shanto said. We have experienced players now who will do well here. I hope those in the team will take the team forward. The teams struggles this year with just two wins in ten completed matches across formats have led to scrutiny. They exited early from the Champions Trophy, lost a home Test to Zimbabwe, and were beaten in the T20I series by both UAE and Pakistan. Still, Shanto believes in the resilience of his squad. We came back well in the Zimbabwe series after the Sylhet loss. It will motivate us, he said. We are playing in familiar conditions. We just need to play good cricket, especially the batters. The top order has to provide a good start. The teams struggles this year with just two wins in ten completed matches across formats have led to scrutiny. They exited early from the Champions Trophy, lost a home Test to Zimbabwe, and were beaten in the T20I series by both UAE and Pakistan. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Harshit Rana Confirmed To Stay Back With The Indian Test Team In England: Sources

World Test Championship: Fast-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana will stay back with the Indian Test team in England, it has been confirmed by sources to IANS. Rana was with the India A team in England to play two four-day matches against the England Lions and an intra-squad game against the Test team in Beckenham. Yes, after a lot of speculation going around, it has now been confirmed that Rana will stay back with the Indian Test team. But it is yet to be known if he will be officially added to the Indian Test squad ahead of the series starting on June 20, the sources, who are aware of the development, told IANS. It is understood that the members of India A team who arent in the main Test side or havent landed a county deal yet might be on the flight back home on Tuesday. In England, Rana got his chance to play in the first game against England Lions at Canterbury, where he returned with 1-99 and made 16 runs. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Overall, the New Delhi-based Rana averages 27.79 with the ball in 13 first-class cricket games, having taken 48 wickets. He also averages 32.80 with the bat, including hitting a century and two fifties. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

South Africa Return To Lord's For More Post-WTC Final Celebrations

ICC World Test Championship: Two days after they made history by beating Australia, South Africa's victorious ICC World Test Championship squad returned to the scene of their famous triumph on Monday when they descended on Lord's for more celebrations The entire 15-player squad was on hand with the famous mace at the Home of Cricket to celebrate their five-wicket triumph over Australia that clinched the World Test Championship Final. This was South Africa's first triumph in an ICC tournament in 28 years. According to a report by the ICC website, the players and support staff were in good spirits as they came together for one last look at the Lord's before they return to South Africa, and all-rounder Wiaan Mulder said the celebrations had been spirited. It's been a very, very good couple of days. Celebrations like I haven't had before, so as a team I think we're super chuffed and no better place to do it than at the Home of Cricket, Mulder was quoted as saying by ICC Digital at Lord's. Mulder admitted he had hardly slept since arriving in London, with nerves leading into the Ultimate Test and the celebrations post-match still taking their toll. And while Mulder revealed all the players and support staff had joined in the frivolity, he said it was a group of players from Western Province that had led the way. I think it's the Western Province crew, to be honest, Mulder said when asked who had been the best celebrators. All of them celebrate victory very, very hard. Kyle Verreynne, Dane Paterson, David Bedingham and (batting coach) Ashwell Prince are kind of the leaders of our vibe team, so they have been the guys that have gone all out. Mulder revealed he had been inundated with messages of support from family and friends back home in South Africa, and he had even spoken with Australian batter Travis Head, his teammate along with Pat Cummins at IPL side Sunrisers Hyderabad, after the victory. I actually spoke to him (Head) last night on the phone, Mulder said. He was chuffed for the way it went for us. Obviously, he was broken that they didn't win, but I think overall, the spirit of the game was really as high or as good as it could be. You think about the Aussies, you always think about them as being a little bit nasty at times, but I think these guys are true champions. Obviously, he was broken that they didn't win, but I think overall, the spirit of the game was really as high or as good as it could be. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Suryansh Shedge To Lead Mumbais Emerging Team On England Tour

Mumbai Cricket Association: Promising all-rounder Suryansh Shedge has been named captain of Mumbais emerging team for a month-long development tour to England, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced on Monday. The tour, starting June 28, will see the young squad face off in a series of competitive fixtures designed to prepare the next generation of Mumbai cricket stars for the rigours of senior-level cricket. The touring squad includes exciting talents such as Musheer Khan, a dynamic batting all-rounder, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, known for his top-order flair, and Himanshu Singh, a rising left-arm spinner. Several players have already had a taste of first-class cricket, having featured for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy, and this overseas assignment offers a critical opportunity to further sharpen their skills. Through the tour, the team will play five two-day matches and four one-day games against a variety of sides across the UK. Fixtures are scheduled against respected opposition, including Nottinghamshire, Combined National Counties (Challengers), Worcestershire, and Gloucestershire, among others. MCA secretary Abhay Hadap underscored the broader purpose of the initiative, calling it a vital step in grooming well-rounded cricketers. The tour is aimed at accelerating player development enhancing technical and tactical acumen, building mental toughness, promoting cultural exchange, and identifying future senior talent, Hadap said. The exposure to English conditions known for their swing-friendly weather and tricky pitches is expected to test and refine the squads technique, temperament, and adaptability. The tour will be under the watchful eye of former Mumbai cricketer Kiran Powar, who will serve as head coach. The management team also includes MCA treasurer Arman Mallick as manager, part of a six-member support staff tasked with ensuring the squad is well-prepared on and off the field. For the MCA, the England tour is part of a long-term strategy to deepen Mumbais bench strength and sustain its proud cricketing legacy. With names like Musheer Khan and Angkrish Raghuvanshi already attracting attention at youth levels, and Shedge taking on the leadership mantle, the tour could very well signal the rise of Mumbais next generation of stars. The tour will be under the watchful eye of former Mumbai cricketer Kiran Powar, who will serve as head coach. The management team also includes MCA treasurer Arman Mallick as manager, part of a six-member support staff tasked with ensuring the squad is well-prepared on and off the field. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Madhya Pradesh League: Saransh Helps Rewa Jaguars Defeat Chambal Ghariyals In Table Toppers Clash

Madhya Pradesh League T20: Rewa Jaguars produced an exceptional all-round comeback performance to defeat Chambal Ghariyals by 39 runs in a low-scoring thriller in Match 8 of the Madhya Pradesh League T20 2025, held at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Stadium, Shankarpur on Monday. The match, featuring two unbeaten sides, was billed as a top-of-the-table clash and turned into a gripping contest dominated by the bowlers. Opting to bat first, Rewa Jaguars captain Himanshu Mantri saw his team in early trouble at 38/3. However, Kanishk Dubey (64 off 36 balls) and Sagar Solanki (36 off 26) rebuilt the innings with a crucial 69-run stand. Despite the recovery, Rewa stumbled again, losing wickets in quick succession and ending their innings at 158/9. For Chambal Ghariyals, Nayanraj Mewada and Aryan Pandey picked up two wickets each. In response, Chambal Ghariyals got off to a flying start, thanks to Apurve Dwivedi, who smashed a quickfire 45 off just 15 balls, taking his team to 63/1 in just 3.2 overs. At that stage, the chase looked well in control. However, once Apurve was dismissed, the game turned dramatically. Rewa Jaguars bowlers, led by Saransh Surana, triggered a collapse as Chambal Ghariyals lost seven wickets for just 33 runs, slipping from 63/1 to 96/8. Saransh was the standout performer with outstanding figures of 3/6 in 3 overs, while Shivam Shukla also chipped in with three crucial wickets. Chambal Ghariyals were eventually bowled out for 119 in 17.3 overs, as Rewa Jaguars sealed a 39-run win and moved to the top of the points table with three wins in as many matches. Saransh Surana was named Player of the Match for his match-winning spell with the ball. Speaking after the match, Rewa Jaguars captain Himanshu Mantri said: Low-scoring matches are always critical. They can go either way. But all of us believed that we had to pull this one off somehow, because these were conditions we hadnt faced yet in the tournament. We stayed firm, and though the powerplay didnt go as planned, we kept taking regular wickets and put in a great fielding effort. On the bowling strategy after Apurve's explosive start, he added: The only plan was to keep looking for wickets because this was a match that could only be won by taking them. Reflecting on his captaincy, Mantri said: Sometimes your instincts work, and I was just backing mine. But the support from the team, the energy and the catching were equally important. Looking ahead, he concluded: The goal is simple: to try and win every match we play. Reflecting on his captaincy, Mantri said: Sometimes your instincts work, and I was just backing mine. But the support from the team, the energy and the catching were equally important. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Sri Lanka Deserve To Play Test Cricket Like Australia, England And India, Says Angelo Matthews

World Test Championship: Angelo Matthews has raised concerns regarding the number of Test matches Sri Lanka will be playing in the upcoming World Test Championship cycle. Sri Lanka will be playing six two-game series across the 2025-27 cycle, the joint lowest alongside Bangladesh. Matthews pointed out how Australia, England and India will be playing 22, 21, and 18 Tests respectively. Sri Lankas four Tests in 2025 are their lowest tally in a calendar year, barring 2020 due to Covid-19, since 2013. I think it's quite sad, to be honest. I mean, the younger generation is urging for more Test cricket. Test cricket is obviously the pinnacle of cricket. We all should push for more Tests. These guys are so enthusiastic about Test cricket. I feel there has to be a minimum of 10 matches at least [in a year]. Teams like England, India, or Australia are playing 15-plus games a year. Why can't we play? We can. If we keep pushing, I mean, we have to. We have won World Cups. We have done so much for cricket as a nation, and we deserve to play Test cricket, just like Australia, India, and England, Matthews was quoted as saying by ESPN Cricinfo. Last month, Mathews announced that he would retire from Tests upon the conclusion of the first match against Bangladesh in Galle. The 37-year-old, who made his Test debut at the same venue against Pakistan in 2009, has been a cornerstone of Sri Lankan cricket for more than 15 years, excelling as both an all-rounder and a leader. With 8,167 runs in 118 matches, he is only behind Kumar Sangakkara (12,400) and Mahela Jayawardena (11,814) for the most Test runs by a Sri Lankan. He also proved handy with the ball with 33 wickets to his name. He also has the second-most runs at Galle, with 2206 runs across 33 Test matches at the venue. Mathews will have a chance to add to those runs and wickets in his 119th and final match in whites against Bangladesh, starting on Tuesday. He is also Sri Lankas third most successful Test captain, having led the side to 13 wins in 34 matches between 2013 and 2017. With 8,167 runs in 118 matches, he is only behind Kumar Sangakkara (12,400) and Mahela Jayawardena (11,814) for the most Test runs by a Sri Lankan. He also proved handy with the ball with 33 wickets to his name. He also has the second-most runs at Galle, with 2206 runs across 33 Test matches at the venue. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

TEX vs SEA Dream11 Prediction Match 7, MLC 2025

TEX vs SEA , Match 7 Dream11 Prediction :Texas Super Kings have started the MLC 2025 pretty well. They have played two games and registered two great wins. Now, they are looking to make a hat trick of wins to start the third season. The Super Kings will lock horns with Seattle Orcas in the seventh game. This contest has a scheduled time of 6:30 AM on Tuesday (June 17) at the Oakland Coliseum, California. The Super Kings are currently second on the points table and will have a chance to move to the top with a good win here. Meanwhile, Seattle Orcas are at the bottom after losing their first game. They are in search of their first win of the season. TEX vs SEA: Match Details Date : June 17 (Tuesday) Time : 6:30 AM IST Venue : Oakland Coliseum, California TEX vs SEA: Live Streaming Details Star Sports Network will provide the option to watch the live telecast of the TEX vs SEA game across cable TV networks in India. Fans can also watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. TEX vs SEA: Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 3 Texas Super Kings : 1 Seattle Orcas : 2 No Result : 0 TEX vs SEA: Ground Pitch Report Oakland Coliseum is a good batting venue. In five out of six games played so far, the teams have scored over 180 runs, including two totals of over 210. The pitch has bounce and pace, and the bowlers can use it as well. But it is overall a good batting wicket. TEX vs SEA: Possible XIs Texas Super Kings: Devon Conway (wk), Faf du Plessis (c), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Daryl Mitchell, Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Ranjane, Calvin Savage, Stephen Wing, Adam Milne, Noor Ahmad, Zia-ul-Haq Seattle Orcas: Kyle Mayers, David Warner, Aaron Jones, Steven Taylor, Heinrich Klaasen (c & wk), Harmeet Singh, Sikandar Raza, Cameron Gannon, Jasdeep Singh, Waqar Salamkheil, Obed McCoy TEX vs SEA: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Heinrich Klaasen, Devon Conway Batters : Faf du Plessis, David Warner, Calvin Savage All-rounder s: Kyle Mayers (Captain), Sikandar Raza, Darly Mitchell (Vice captain) Bowlers : Noor Ahmad, Waqar Salamkheil, Noor Ahmad Dream11 Prediction :Seattle Orcas have had a poor start, and they will have to look at some areas to improve. Texas Super Kings have been pretty clinical in both departments and we back TEX to win this game. TEX vs SEA Match 7 Dream11 Prediction, TEX vs SEA Dream11 Prediction, Today Match TEX vs SEA, TEX vs SEA Prediction, TEX vs SEA Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, TEX vs SEA Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas MLC 2025, Major League Cricket 2025 Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.

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Shubman Knows How To Get The Best Out Of Players, Says Arshad Khan About Gills Captaincy Style

Madhya Pradesh Premier League: When Gujarat Titans' left-arm pacer Arshad Khan speaks about leadership and especially about Indian Test skipper and his IPL franchise skipper Shubman Gill, theres a quiet respect in his voice. Arshad, who himself is the captain of Bhopal Leopards -- a Madhya Pradesh League franchise-- and therefore appreciates the nuances of leading a side. In a chat with IANS, the young seamer opened up on his IPL journey, the impact of sharing a dressing room with elite names, and how domestic cricket remains the heartbeat of Indian cricket. After Hardik Pandyas move to Mumbai Indians, Gill stepped into the captains shoes for Gujarat Titans a responsibility not easily shouldered in a tournament like the IPL, packed with high stakes and even higher expectations. But Arshad believes Gill is handling the pressure remarkably well. Shubman also takes the time to understand what each player needs and how to get the best out of them. Thats a very valuable quality in a captain, Arshad told IANS. Its not just Gills leadership that impressed him. Arshad, who picked up 6 wickets in 9 matches for Gujarat in the 2025 IPL season, credited much of his learning to the Titans' environment, led by head coach Ashish Nehra and Gill. Ashish Nehra is very active and involved; his energy on the field is well known, and he takes care of every player, which is crucial, Arshad noted. Playing under Ashish Nehra, a former international left-arm fast bowler, was a great opportunity for me. Ive learned a lot from him technical advice, strategic inputs and Im sure those lessons will be valuable in my career. Though IPL is often considered the ultimate stage for Indian cricketers, Arshad pointed out that the core experience of sharing a dressing room doesnt change drastically across formats. However, the IPLs intensity is unmatched. If were talking about the dressing room, I feel the environment is almost the same across levels. The only major difference is that the IPL is the biggest cricket league in the world, so it's difficult to compare, he admitted. I believe the main difference in cricket lies in the mindset. Whatever Ive learned and experienced in the IPL, I try to implement here and also share with the younger players in my team to help benefit the overall performance. For someone who has toiled in the domestic circuit before tasting IPL success, Arshad is quick to emphasise the importance of the domestic structure. Domestic cricket, in my view, is the backbone of Indian cricket. All successful Indian players have first proven themselves in tournaments like the Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy. So, for any aspiring cricketer dreaming of India colours, domestic performance is absolutely essential, he said. Arshad has seen firsthand how the Madhya Pradesh Premier League is evolving into a fertile scouting ground. Last season, after the MPL, two players from our Bhopal Leopards team were picked up for the IPL. It shows how powerful this platform is for young players looking to get noticed. With franchise scouts attending matches, every game becomes a big opportunity to showcase talent. Hailing from Gopalganj in Seoni district, Arshad Khans IPL debut was delayed due to an injury, despite being bought by the Mumbai Indians in 2022 for Rs 20 lakh. After being ruled out, he was replaced by teammate Kumar Kartikeya and returned home devastated. But rather than sulk, he began coaching local kids free of cost, using the time to recover physically and grow mentally. His breakthrough moment came in the 201920 CK Nayudu Trophy, where he topped the wicket charts with 36 wickets, and also scored 400 runs, including a swashbuckling 86 off 54 against Mumbai that turned heads. That performance probably got me noticed by the Mumbai Indians' scouting team, Arshad reflected. Though he didn't play a game in his first IPL season, Mumbai retained hima sign of faith that eventually paid off when he transitioned to Gujarat Titans and made his mark. As Arshad now focuses on the Ranji Trophy, with aspirations of wearing the India cap someday, his grounded personality and evolving skills shaped by leaders like Nehra and Gill offer a promising future. Though he didn't play a game in his first IPL season, Mumbai retained hima sign of faith that eventually paid off when he transitioned to Gujarat Titans and made his mark. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'It's quite sad'- Mathews calls for more Tests for Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka are set to play just four Tests in 2025

SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction 1st Test, Bnagladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025

SL vs BAN 1st Test, Dream11 Prediction :Angelo Mathews has announced his international retirement, and the first Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will be his final appearance for Sri Lanka. This game will begin at 10 AM on Tuesday morning, taking place at Galle International Cricket Stadium. Both teams will start their campaigns for the World Test Championship 2025-27 with this game. That is why both teams will be eager to start this cycle with a win. Sri Lanka will look to give a winning farewell to Mathews. However, the rain will be the major concern for this game. SL vs BAN: Match Details Date : June 17-21 (Tuesday - Saturday) Time : 10:00 AM IST Venue : Galle International Stadium, Galle SL vs BAN: Live Streaming Details The first test between Ireland and West Indies will be televised on Sony Sports Network in India. To watch the live stream of the match, fans can switch to the Sony LIV or FanCode app or website. SL vs BAN: Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 26 Sri Lanka : 20 Bangladesh : 1 Drawn : 5 SL vs BAN: Ground Pitch Report The Galle International Stadium is known for producing spin-friendly wickets. The surface gets deteriorated as the game goes on, and something similar we can expect here. Meanwhile, the prediction of rain can also make some difference. Pacers will get help with the new ball, and batting will not be easy. SL vs BAN: Possible XIs Sri Lanka: Oshada Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Asitha Fernando, Sonal Dinusha, Kasun Rajitha Bangladesh: Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Litton Das, Jaker Ali (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Ebadot Hossain, Khaled Ahmed SL vs BAN: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Kusal Mendis, Jaker Ali Batters : Angelo Mathews, Pathum Nissanka, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahum All-rounders : Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Captain), Dhananjaya de Silva, Kamindu Mendis (Vice Captain) Bowlers : Prabath Jayasuriya, Taijul Islam Dream11 Prediction : Bangladesh have a very poor record in Sri Lanka and also against Sri Lanka in Tests. Hence, we will back the history and record and predict Sri Lanka to win. SL vs BAN 1st Test Dream11 Prediction, SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction, Today Match SL vs BAN, SL vs BAN Prediction, SL vs BAN Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, SL vs BAN Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Test Series Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.

Shanto eyes 'lots of runs in first two or three days' in Galle

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D. Deepesh And Naman Pushpak Drafted Into India U19 Squad For England Tour

Chennai Super Kings: D. Deepesh and Naman Pushpak have been drafted into India mens U19 squad for the upcoming tour of England, scheduled to happen from June 24 to July 23. Both Deepesh and Naman were part of the standby players list for the tour, and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said the duo come into the main squad as replacements for Aditya Rana and Khilan Patel. Aditya sustained a stress fracture in his lower back, while Khilan suffered a stress reaction in his right leg during the ongoing high-performance camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, said the BCCI in a statement on Monday. India mens U19 squad will be led by Ayush Mhatre, who sparkled for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025, on the tour that comprises a 50-over warm-up match at Loughborough University, followed by a five-match Youth One-Day series in Hove, Northampton and Worcester. Two Multi-Day matches against England U19 will also be played at Beckenham and Chelmsford respectively. Wicketkeeper-batter Abhigyan Kundu, Mhatres team-mate from Mumbai, has been appointed as the sides vice-captain. The squad also features explosive left-handed batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi, amassed 252 runs, including a whirlwind 35-ball hundred and a half-century, for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL 2025. Suryavanshi and Mhatre were also a part of India's runners-up finish at the U19 Asia Cup in the UAE last year. Other notable selections include Punjab batter Vihaan Malhotra and Kerala leg-spinner Mohammed Enaan, both of whom impressed during the youth series against Australia held in Chennai and Puducherry last year. India U19 Squad: Ayush Mhatre (Captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Vihaan Malhotra, Maulyarajsinh Chavda, Rahul Kumar, Abhigyan Kundu (Vice-Captain & WK), Harvansh Singh (WK), R. S. Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, Henil Patel, Yudhajit Guha, Pranav Raghavendra, Mohammed Enaan, Anmoljeet Singh, D. Deepesh, Naman Pushpak. Other notable selections include Punjab batter Vihaan Malhotra and Kerala leg-spinner Mohammed Enaan, both of whom impressed during the youth series against Australia held in Chennai and Puducherry last year. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

India To Begin Womens ODI WC Against SL In Bengaluru, Face Pakistan In Colombo On October 5

ICC Chairman Jay Shah: Hosts India will begin the much-anticipated 2025 ICC Womens ODI World Cup against Sri Lanka at Bengalurus M Chinnaswamy Stadium on September 30, said the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday. In the tournament schedule, Indias high-profile fixture against Pakistan will be held at the neutral venue - R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on October 5. Pakistan will play all of their games in Colombo as per the hybrid games agreement between the BCCI and the PCB. Defending champions Australia will being their campaign against New Zealand at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on October 1, while Bangladesh face Pakistan a day later in Colombo. On October 22, Indore will also host Australia's marquee game against England, which is a rematch of the 2022 edition final. The confirmation of the schedule only builds further excitement and anticipation for the ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025. With the eight best teams in the womens game descending on India, alongside incredible venues and what promises to be record-breaking crowds, we are all looking forward to an unforgettable tournament, said ICC Chairman Jay Shah in a statement. The round-robin stage runs until October 26, with the final day of group stage action culminating in two matches on the same day with England facing New Zealand in Guwahati at 11am and India hosting Bangladesh in Bengaluru at 3pm. Top four sides from the round-robin stage will progress to the semi-finals, with first place playing fourth-ranked side and second-placed team taking on third-ranked side. The semi-finals are scheduled for October 29 and 30, before the final takes place on November 2. The first semi-final will be held either in Guwahati or Colombo - depending on Pakistan's run in the competition, while the second semi-final will be in Bengaluru. The final will be held in either Bengaluru or Colombo. India are hosting the women's ODI World Cup for the first time since 2013. Apart from India, Australia, England, South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan will be playing in the Womens ODI World Cup. ICC Womens ODI World Cup schedule (All times are in IST) September 30: India v Sri Lanka Bengaluru 3pm October 1: Australia v New Zealand Indore 3pm October 2: Bangladesh v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 3: England v South Africa Bengaluru 3pm October 4: Australia v Sri Lanka Colombo 3pm October 5: India v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 6: New Zealand v South Africa Indore 3pm October 7: England v Bangladesh Guwahati 3pm October 8: Australia v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 9: India v South Africa Vizag 3pm October 10: New Zealand v Bangladesh Vizag 3pm October 11: England v Sri Lanka Guwahati 3pm October 12: India v Australia Vizag 3pm October 13: South Africa v Bangladesh Vizag 3pm October 14: New Zealand v Sri Lanka Colombo 3pm October 15: England v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 16: Australia v Bangladesh Vizag 3pm October 17: South Africa v Sri Lanka Colombo 3pm October 18: New Zealand v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 19: India v England Indore 3pm October 20: Sri Lanka v Bangladesh Colombo 3pm October 21: South Africa v Pakistan Colombo 3pm October 22: Australia v England Indore 3pm October 23: India v New Zealand Guwahati 3pm October 24: Pakistan v Sri Lanka Colombo 3pm October 25: Australia v Sri Lanka Indore 3pm October 26: England v New Zealand Guwahati 11am October 26: India v Bangladesh Bengaluru 3pm October 29: Semi-final 1 Guwahati/Colombo 3pm October 30: Semi-final 2 Bengaluru 3pm October 29: Semi-final 1 Guwahati/Colombo 3pm Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025 Schedule Announced

Hosts India will get the tournament underway against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru. The two countries will get the tournament started at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on 30 September, with action starting at 15h00 local time. Defending champions Australia, then get their campaign up and running against neighbours, New Zealand, at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on 1 October, while Bangladesh face Pakistan a day later in Colombo. Bengaluru plays host for a second time as 2022 runners-up England, face South Africa on Friday, 3 October in the final opening match. The round-robin stage runs until 26 October, with the final day of group stage action culminating in two matches on the same day with England facing New Zealand in Guwahati and India hosting Bangladesh in Bengaluru. The semi-finals are scheduled for 29 and 30 October, before the Final takes place on 2 November. The top four sides from the round-robin stage will progress to the semi-finals, with first place playing fourth and second taking on third. ICC Chairman, Mr. Jay Shah said: The confirmation of the schedule only builds further excitement and anticipation for the ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025. With the eight best teams in the womens game descending on India, alongside incredible venues and what promises to be record-breaking crowds, we are all looking forward to an unforgettable tournament. ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2025 schedule: Tuesday 30 September: India v Sri Lanka Bengaluru 15h00 Wednesday 1 October: Australia v New Zealand Indore 15h00 Thursday 2 October: Bangladesh v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Friday 3 October: England v South Africa Bengaluru 15h00 Saturday 4 October: Australia v Sri Lanka Colombo 15h00 Sunday 5 October: India v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Monday 6 October: New Zealand v South Africa Indore 15h00 Tuesday 7 October: England v Bangladesh Guwahati 15h00 Wednesday 8 October: Australia v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Thursday 9 October: India v South Africa Vizag 15h00 Friday 10 October: New Zealand v Bangladesh Vizag 15h00 Saturday 11 October: England v Sri Lanka Guwahati 15h00 Sunday 12 October: India v Australia Vizag 15h00 Monday 13 October: South Africa v Bangladesh Vizag 15h00 Tuesday 14 October: New Zealand v Sri Lanka Colombo 15h00 Wednesday 15 October: England v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Thursday 16 October: Australia v Bangladesh Vizag 15h00 Friday 17 October: South Africa v Sri Lanka Colombo 15h00 Saturday 18 October: New Zealand v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Sunday 19 October: India v England Indore 15h00 Monday 20 October: Sri Lanka v Bangladesh Colombo 15h00 Tuesday 21 October: South Africa v Pakistan Colombo 15h00 Wednesday 22 October: Australia v England Indore 15h00 Thursday 23 October: India v New Zealand Guwahati 15h00 Friday 24 October: Pakistan v Sri Lanka Colombo 15h00 Saturday 25 October: Australia v Sri Lanka Indore 15h00 Sunday 26 October: England v New Zealand Guwahati 11h00 Sunday 26 October: India v Bangladesh Bengaluru 15h00 Wednesday 29 October: Semi-final 1 Guwahati/Colombo 15h00 Thursday 30 October: Semi-final 2 Bengaluru 15h00 Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Sunday 2 November: Final Colombo/Bengaluru 15h00

Gambhir To Rejoin Indian Team In Leeds On Tuesday

Tests Jasprit Bumrah: India head coach Gautam Gambhir is all set to rejoin the rest of the touring team in Leeds on Tuesday ahead of the series opener against England, starting on Friday. Last week, Gambhir had flown back to New Delhi due to a family emergency related to his mothers health, which required hospitalisation. Now sources aware of the development told IANS that Gambhir will definitely be reaching England before the first Test, and most probably on Tuesday, the day when Indian team will reach Leeds after having a day off on Monday. The Indian team had been stationed in Beckenham to play an intra-squad game, held between the main Test team and India A team, led by Abhimanyu Easwaran and coached by Hrishikesh Kanitkar. The match was played behind closed doors, with updates on it shared by BCCIs social media accounts. In Gambhirs absence, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, bowling coach Morne Morkel, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate and fielding coach T Dilip helped the Indian team prepare for the upcoming Test series against Ben Stokes-led England, which starts at Headingley. Around the time when the intra-squad game was on, visuals of VVS Laxman, the former India cricketer and head of BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), being around the team surfaced. It raised some curiosity as Laxman being with the Indian team coincided with Gambhir flying back to be with his family in New Delhi. But sources told IANS that Laxman meeting Indian team was always a part of his itinerary, as he was slated to be in England for only two days, after being in Lausanne, Switzerland, for a function related to the Olympics. Once back in Leeds, Gambhir and the Indian team think-tank have a lot of decisions to make in terms of playing elevens make-up like deciding which three Tests Jasprit Bumrah will play, who would bat at number three and four with B Sai Sudharsan, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel and Abhimanyu Easwaran the contenders. Theres also a toss-up between the two seam-bowling allrounders in Nitish Kumar Reddy and Shardul Thakur, as well as in deciding who between Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna and Akash Deep would be the third fast-bowling option after Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Once back in Leeds, Gambhir and the Indian team think-tank have a lot of decisions to make in terms of playing elevens make-up like deciding which three Tests Jasprit Bumrah will play, who would bat at number three and four with B Sai Sudharsan, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel and Abhimanyu Easwaran the contenders. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Gambhir to rejoin India squad in Leeds on Tuesday

Gambhir had flown back home because of his mother's poor health, but will be back with the squad three days out from the first England vs India Test

Washington Sundar Has Been My Inspiration Since I Was Young: Sai Sudharsan

World Test Championship: Ahead of the first Test against England, starting on June 20 in Leeds, in-form left-handed batter B Sai Sudharsan spoke about how his Tamil Nadu team-mate, off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar, has been a source of inspiration since he was young. This is also the first time both Sundar and Sudarshan have been a part of the Test team on a trip to England. He has been my inspiration since I was young. I have played a few games against him, so it is always special. To be honest, we have looked up to him a lot. I have practised once or twice (against Sundar), the way he went up and played for the country, it was really quick, so I had that in my mind. After a few years of playing well in the IPL, and then he played for the country. So it was a great motivator for me from Chennai. Knowing him since I was young, playing with him, it is kind of an inspiration. It made me feel I want to do things the same way. So hes been my inspiration since I was young, Sudharsan said in a video posted on bcci.tv on Monday. Apart from winning the Orange Cap in IPL 2025, Sudharsan, whos played three ODIs and a T20Is for India, has been impressive in first-class cricket games. He also scored 281 runs over two seasons for county side Surrey as the side won consecutive County Championship titles. Sundar, on the other hand, made his India debut quickly in 2017 and has been a part of the Test team since earning a recall in last years series against New Zealand. Every time I have watched him on TV, there is a lot to take away from him, his skillset and work ethic he has got. A lot of my friends and coaches in Chennai have constantly spoken about his growth in his cricketing career. Hes grown a lot, especially in the last three to four years, and hes managed to get better every year. He has inspired a lot of kids, especially in Chennai, and I hope he will continue inspiring kids all over the world. I am very happy for him, Sundar said about his impression of Sudharsan. Sundar, on the other hand, made his India debut quickly in 2017 and has been a part of the Test team since earning a recall in last years series against New Zealand. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'One Of The Rarest Players Sri Lankan Cricket Has Ever Produced': Chandimal's Tribute To Retiring Angelo Mathews

Cricket World Cup: Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Chandimal penned a heartfelt tribute for ex-skipper Angelo Mathews, who is set to play his final Test match for Sri Lanka in Galle on Tuesday. Last month, Mathews announced that he will retire from Tests upon the conclusion of the first match against Bangladesh in Galle. The 37-year-old, who made his Test debut at the same venue against Pakistan in 2009, has been a cornerstone of Sri Lankan cricket for over 15 years, excelling as both an all-rounder and a leader. There is no doubt that, Angie, you are one of the rarest and most valuable players Sri Lankan cricket has ever produced. I consider its a privilege and a blessing to have played with such a talented player for such a long time. So, I have learnt a lot from you in my cricket career, both as a captain and as a player too, Chandimal shared on Instagram. Aggregating 8,167 in 118 games, he is only behind Kumar Sangakkara (12,400) and Mahela Jayawardena (11,814) for most Test runs by a Sri Lankan. He also proved handy with the ball with 33 wickets to his name. He also has the second-most runs at Galle, with 2206 runs across 33 Test matches at the venue. Mathews will have a chance to add to those runs and wickets in his 119th and final match in whites against Bangladesh, starting on Tuesday. He is also Sri Lankas third most successful Test captain, having led the side to 13 wins in 34 matches between 2013 and 2017. We will never get to see you and your beautiful smile, who have a humanity beyond that of a player, on the international Test cricket field after today. Its not an easy thing for me to say goodbye to you, having played with you for a long time in international Test cricket. Wishing you nothing but the very best in this next chapter Angi. Sri Lankan test cricket will miss you very much. So lastly, I would say we came together on the field and built a lot of valuable scoring partnerships. But in the end, we built an even better friendship,' the post further read. We will never get to see you and your beautiful smile, who have a humanity beyond that of a player, on the international Test cricket field after today. Its not an easy thing for me to say goodbye to you, having played with you for a long time in international Test cricket. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Madhya Pradesh League: Arshad Lauds 'superhero Of The Match' Shivang As Bhopal Leopards Beat Bundelkhand Bulls

Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Stadium: Bhopal Leopards skipper Arshad Khan had nothing but praise for rising star Shivang Kumar, who delivered a sensational all-round performance to guide his team to a thumping 98-run win over Bundelkhand Bulls in Match 7 of the Madhya Pradesh League 2025 held at at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Stadium. The match saw Bhopal Leopards register their first win of the tournament, and they did so in a style that spoke volumes about their potential this season. The highlight of todays game was undoubtedly Shivang Kumar. The way he batted and contributed with the ball too. He was the superhero of the match, said Arshad after the game. I just hope he continues delivering like this. It's these kinds of small efforts that ultimately win games. You also saw how brilliantly our bowling unit stepped up. Its the best thing for the team, he added. Earlier in the evening, Arshad Khan won the toss and chose to bat first, a decision that paid rich dividends. Openers Yash Dubey and Shivang Kumar gave Bhopal a flying start with a massive 140-run partnership for the opening wicket. While Yash played a steady hand with his 47 off 37 balls, it was Shivang who stole the show. Playing with intent and flair, Shivang smashed 91 off just 42 deliveries, laced with nine fours and six sixes, setting the tone for Bhopals imposing total. Finisher Aniket Verma added the finishing touches with a blistering cameo of 32 off 14 balls, pushing Bhopal to 228/8, the highest team total of the season so far. Bundelkhands bowlers tried to pull things back in the death overs, with Shubham Kaithwas picking up three wickets, but the damage had already been done. With a mammoth target ahead of them, Bundelkhand Bulls needed a solid start, but Arshad Khan made sure that didnt happen. The skipper struck early, removing opener Abhishek Pathak, and from there, Bhopal kept applying the pressure. Though Karan Tahliyani (34 off 16) and captain Harsh Gawli (40 off 31) showed some fight in the middle overs, Bhopals bowlers kept chipping away. Once the two set batters were dismissed, wickets tumbled rapidly, with Bundelkhand eventually folding for 130 in 16.3 overs, handing Bhopal a commanding 98-run victory. Gautam Raghuwanshi, Ayush Mankar, and Himanshu Mankar picked up two wickets each. Shivang Kumar, fresh off his batting heroics, also chipped in with a wicket. Arshad led from the front with one scalp and brilliant field placements that maintained constant pressure. Speaking post-match, Arshad reflected on the broader impact of MPL on players' careers. MPL is a great platform. Last year, two players from Bhopal Leopards made it to the IPL. I hope many more from this team go on to play at higher levels, he said. Arshad, who was recently a part of the Gujarat Titans squad in IPL 2025 under Shubman Gill and Ashish Nehra, emphasized how important learnings from such experiences are in shaping match temperament. When you play at a higher level, you gain experience and learn a lot. I try to apply those lessons here, whether its reading the game quicker or understanding pressure situations better, he explained. Arshad, who was recently a part of the Gujarat Titans squad in IPL 2025 under Shubman Gill and Ashish Nehra, emphasized how important learnings from such experiences are in shaping match temperament. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

'Calling Me And Saying You Need To Retire': Karun Nair Reveals Discouraging Advice From Prominent Indian Cricketer

Vijay Hazare Trophy: India batter Karun Nair, who is on a comeback trail to the red-ball team after a hiatus of eight years, made a shocking revelation that a prominent Indian cricketer advised him to retire and shift focus entirely to T20 leagues to ensure financial stability. The 33-year-old made his Test debut against England in Mohali in 2016 and went on to hit an unbeaten 303 in his third Test in Chennai, grabbing eyeballs. However, after that historic knock, he only played three home Tests against Australia in 2017 before being dropped from the team due to a series of low scores. I still remember a prominent Indian cricketer calling me and saying you need to retire because the money in these leagues would make me secure. It would have been easy to do but I knew that regardless of the money, I would be kicking myself for giving up that easily, Nair said in an interview with Daily Mail. I was never going to give up on playing for India again. That was just over two years ago and look where we are now, he insists. It's crazy, but deep down, I knew I was good enough, he added. Despite the setbacks, Karun Nair never gave up on his dream of returning to the Indian team. Following the 2022 season, he endured a challenging period of nearly 14 months without playing any competitive cricket. However, he marked the beginning of his revival through a County stint with Northamptonshire. It was next to nothing, but I didnt care because that was the opportunity I was desperate for. I went straight to Birmingham, had one net session and the day after, scored 78 at Edgbaston, he said. A week after joining Northamptonshire, he got 150 against Surrey at The Oval - the same ground where he thought he was going to get his chance in 2018. I remember standing on the balcony and soaking it in and thinking about everything that had happened five years before and how it had to come back full circle. With the happiness involved, its my most satisfying innings because I knew it was all about coming here and scoring runs. When you score runs in county cricket, people in India take note and listen. People like Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly all messaged me to say congratulations, Nair recalled. The right-handed batter switched his base from Karnataka to Vidarbha in 2023. He went on to score 690 runs in 10 games and followed it with 863 runs in nine Ranji Trophy games in 2024 with four centuries, including one in the finals, which paved the way for Vidarbha to lift the trophy. He also showed signs of power-hitting in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, amassing 779 runs in just eight innings, including five centuries, which prompted the Delhi Capitals to pick him in the IPL mega auction for Rs 50 lakh for the 2025 season. The right-handed batter switched his base from Karnataka to Vidarbha in 2023. He went on to score 690 runs in 10 games and followed it with 863 runs in nine Ranji Trophy games in 2024 with four centuries, including one in the finals, which paved the way for Vidarbha to lift the trophy. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: New beginnings for both teams as WTC restarts in Galle

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'Going To Be A Nightmare': Ian Healy Slams Aussie Veterans' Performances In WTC Final

World Test Championship Final: Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Ian Healy was left displeased over Australias most experienced players not stepping up in the World Test Championship Final defeat to South Africa, saying that its bound to be a nightmare when people are limping to the end of their careers. At Lords, barring Steve Smith and Beau Webster, none of the other batters could score half-centuries, while doubts over future of Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne have increased. The batting order make-up will become a talking point when Australia play Tests against West Indies, starting on June 26, before hosting England in an all-important Ashes at home later this year. If you limp to the end of your career and the last one youre hanging out for it's going to be a nightmare. England are coming and theyre coming for us big time. Theyre picking the right style of bowler, they are looking at batsmen who can prosper in Australian conditions. They are going no specific that they are going to be all over us. If youre not all over your energy levels and your techniques, which were not, were going to get hurt, and you get hurt in your last series, said Healy on SEN Radio. Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine felt the top orders form, especially of Khawaja and Labuschagne, is not much of a concern. Theyre good players, theyre world class. Steve Smiths (finger) injury means he wont play in the Windies first Test so Konstas comes in and Marnus drops back. he said. We have heard them say when they have the spin pitches Travis Head would slide up and Marnus down. I see them going to the Windies and playing well and getting ready for a huge Ashes series. Usman and Marnus will play really, really important roles in the Ashes. Were very quick in this country to move on players, we always want to see if the grass is greener. If we have learnt nothing in the last 18 months, players of that quality are extremely hard to replace. Look at Dave Warner - one of our best cricketers - six months before he retired people said hes got to go (and now) two years down the track we still havent replaced him. You dont just have a bad Test in England and dump people like Uz and Marnus. They are a huge part of the team for the next year at least. With England coming out here, these high quality players dont grow on trees. Great players are hard to replace, he elaborated. If we have learnt nothing in the last 18 months, players of that quality are extremely hard to replace. Look at Dave Warner - one of our best cricketers - six months before he retired people said hes got to go (and now) two years down the track we still havent replaced him. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Markrams 136 Absolutely As Good As Any Other WC Final Winning Knocks: Ponting

ICC World Test Championship Final: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has declared Aiden Markrams magnificent 136, which helped South Africa win the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lords, to be just as impressive as any other match-winning performance in a title clash. After bagging a duck in the first innings, Markram stood up to hit a magnificent 136, laced with 14 boundaries, as South Africa chased down 282 before lunch on day fours play, and secured a major ICC championship win after 27 years of heartbreak in the knockout stages of various tournaments. When you look back through big ICC events, I think the first thing that probably comes to mind is World Cup finals. And then probably Travis Head's innings (137) in the World Cup final, and then the last World Test Championship final (163). And this one's got to be absolutely as good as any of those, considering the stage, considering where South African cricket's been over the last couple of years, particularly their Test side, said Ponting on ICC Digital. Markrams heroics at Lords comes after he was dropped from the tour of Australia in the 2022/23 season, after a lean patch with the bat. But his 115 against the West Indies and another century against India at Cape Town signalled his revival in Tests. To be able to stand up and perform like that when your team needs you the most is what reputations are made of. I think everyone's always known how good a player Aiden Markham was. And I must admit, a couple of years ago when South Africa toured Australia, I couldn't believe that Aiden Markham wasn't in that touring squad at all. He didn't even make the squad. Markrams heroics at Lords comes after he was dropped from the tour of Australia in the 2022/23 season, after a lean patch with the bat. But his 115 against the West Indies and another century against India at Cape Town signalled his revival in Tests. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Bartlett blitz gives Unicorns against-the-odds win over MI New York

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Evin Lewis Sparkles As West Indies Beat Ireland To Win T20I Series

Evin Lewis smashed 91 from just 44 balls as the West Indies beat Ireland by 62 runs to clinch a T20 series victory in Bready on Sunday. Lewis and West Indies captain Shai Hope put Ireland to the sword with a swashbuckling 122-run partnership for the first wicket in only 10.3 overs. The tourists powered to 256 for five from their 20 overs, a daunting total which ranked as their second highest in T20 internationals. Lewis, 33, was the mainstay of the innings with eight sixes and seven fours, while Hope made 51 from 27 balls. Keacy Carty maintained his fine recent form with an unbeaten 49 from 22 balls. Matthew Humphreys was the sole bright spot for Ireland with two for 16 as the West Indies blasted 20 sixes. After losing Paul Stirling in the second over, Ross Adair and Harry Tector produced a partnership of 101 in 58 balls to give Ireland hope. Tector made 35 from 28 deliveries before being pinned lbw by Roston Chase and Adair soon departed for 48. Ireland never recovered from losing three wickets for two runs and ended on 194 for seven, with Mark Adair unbeaten on 31. Akeal Hosein took three for 27 and Jason Holder picked up two wickets. The West Indies' win was enough to seal the series after the first two games were abandoned without a ball being bowled on Thursday and Saturday. Brief scores West Indies 256-5, 20 overs (Lewis 91, Hope 51, Carty 49 not out; Humphreys 2-16) Ireland 194-7, 20 overs (R. Adair 48; Hosein 3-27, Holder 2-49) Result: West Indies won by 62 runs Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Series: West Indies won three-match series 1-0

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McCreath and Cross lead Scotland to winning start in tri-series

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Lewis 91 leads West Indies to massive total and series win

Hope and Carty also fired as West Indies posted 256 for 5, their second-highest T20I total, on their way to a 62-run win

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