Washington Sundar Says His Batting Position Doesnt Matter If mindset Is Clear
Washington Sundar: Ahead of Day 4 of the ongoing second Test between India and South Africa, all-rounder Washington Sundar mentioned that the frequent changes in his batting position do not bother him much, as long as he maintains a positive mindset that he will perform and get a chance to play. Sundars batting position has been questioned by several experts and pundits of late as he was slotted in the middle order for the second Test after playing at No. 3 in the first game in Kolkata. Before the play commenced on Tuesday, Dinesh Karthik, while conversing with Sundar, asked, I've seen you've been pushed and pulled around a little bit in the batting order. How do you prepare for each of the batting slots that you're fitting into? The 26-year-old had a very positive response to the question as he said, I think in that case, I've just kept my mindset to one thing as to this is how I'm going to play, no matter what situation or what position that I'm put into. And that way, I think I have a lot more clarity and I'm more calm as well. And end of the day, it's just an opportunity for me to play out there and spend a lot of time out there in the middle. So, I think it's just a massive opportunity every time I go out there for me. The Proteas threatened the hosts in the second Test as well and continued to stand tall, holding a hefty lead of over 300 runs. The visitors bowled out India on Day 3 and got on with their second batting innings, looking to post a big target for the hosts to chase. India, meanwhile, will need to restrict South Africa to as low a total as possible in the second innings to maintain their hopes of winning the Test and concluding the series on a victorious note, especially after their heartbreaking loss in the opening game. The Proteas threatened the hosts in the second Test as well and continued to stand tall, holding a hefty lead of over 300 runs. The visitors bowled out India on Day 3 and got on with their second batting innings, looking to post a big target for the hosts to chase. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Pick wickets and also bowl really well and tight. I mean, can't really give away a lot of runs, especially in the first session. Bowl really tight and obviously pick up wickets, and you never know what can happen, especially with the batting lineup you've got, Sundar said. Article Source: IANS
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SL vs ZIM , 5th T20I , Cricket Tips :The T20I tri-series is heading towards the final as Pakistan have already booked a place in the final. The fifth game will see a contest between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, and this match will virtually determine the second finalist. This game will be held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The action will start at 6:30 PM IST on Tuesday. Zimbabwe have won one game out of three played in this tri-series. That one win came against Sri Lanka only. Meanwhile, the Islanders have lost one game each against both opponents and are searching for their maiden win. SL vs ZIM: Match Details Date : November 25, 2025 (Tuesday) Time : 6:30 PM IST Venue : Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium SL vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details In India, fans can tune into the Sports TV YouTube channel to catch the action of the SL vs ZIM T20I on Tuesday. SL vs ZIM: Head-to-Head Total Matches : 10 Sri Lanka : 07 Zimbabwe : 03 No - result / Tied : 00 SL vs ZIM: Ground Pitch Report The surface at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has proved to be spin-friendly. Bowlers have had more to bowl with. Fast bowlers are getting swing with the hard ball. However, as the game goes on, the pitch gets slow, and spinners are getting grip. There has been some dew as well in the evening. SL vs ZIM: Possible XIs Sri Lanka : Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Dasun Shanaka (c), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth Zimbabwe : Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brian Bennett, Brendan Taylor (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tinotenda Maposa, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza SL vs ZIM: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Pathum Nissanka has been the match-winner with the bat for Sri Lanka in the last year or so. For Zimbabwe, a lot will depend on how Brian Bennett gives them the start. Probable Best Bowler Brad Evans has the most wickets for Zimbabwe, and he is taking wickets every time he comes to ball. For Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga is the key. His four overs can change the situation. Today Match Prediction : Sri Lanka had two poor games but they are the better side bewteen the two. Hence, we predict Sri Lanka to win this game on Tuesday. SL vs ZIM Match 5th T20I, Today Match SL vs ZIM, SL vs ZIM Prediction, SL vs ZIM Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Khelo India University Games: Launchpad For Future Olympic Champions, Says CM Sharma
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said the Khelo India University Games are being held across seven divisions of Rajasthan, bringing together young athletes from across the country. He emphasised that these games are more than just competitionsthey mark the beginning of many athletes dreams, with the potential to shape future Olympic champions. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Khelo India University Games at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Monday, Sharma said that sports teach the values of struggle, perseverance, and resilience, enabling individuals to face lifes challenges fearlessly. Quoting Swami Vivekananda, he urged the youth to arise, awake, and conquer the nation and the world. He added that while India once longed for medals, under Prime Minister Modis leadership, the country has gained global respect in sports. Citing the recent victory of the Indian womens cricket team in the World Cup, he said daughters are proving they are second to none. Highlighting the state governments efforts, Sharma announced a Sports Life Insurance Scheme that will provide life and accident insurance to international medal winners. Rajasthan has also launched its own Target Olympic Podium Scheme, inspired by the central governments initiative, to support elite athletes preparing for global competitions. He said the government has decided to allot land to Dronacharya Award-winning coaches, similar to the benefits given to Arjuna Awardees. Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore (Retd.) said that since 2014, Prime Minister Modis leadership has led to transformative changes in Indian sports. He said the 12-day Khelo India University Games in Rajasthan will help youth achieve new milestones through discipline and determination. He praised the Chief Minister for giving Rajasthan new momentum across education, sports, industry, and the energy sector. He said the government has decided to allot land to Dronacharya Award-winning coaches, similar to the benefits given to Arjuna Awardees. Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore (Retd.) said that since 2014, Prime Minister Modis leadership has led to transformative changes in Indian sports. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Earlier, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya said that the vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) is shaping the nations sporting future. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Washington Sundar Remains positive Despite Indias Struggles Against South Africa
Washington Sundar: As India fell into serious trouble in the second Test match against South Africa in Guwahati on Monday, Washington Sundar expressed cautious optimism, stating that the team must stay positive despite giving up a huge first-innings deficit. On Monday, South Africa took a commanding 314-run lead after India was bowled out for just 201, giving up control of the game. India's lineup struggled against a disciplined and tenacious Proteas attack on nearly perfect batting conditions, mostly due to poor shot selection. Got to stay positive in life. You never know what will happen, Sundar said when asked about Indias chances after a difficult Day 3 at the Barsapara Stadium. India's innings was further derailed when captain Rishabh Pant and wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel fell while attempting aggressive strokes against left-arm quick Marco Jansen. However, Sundar believed that blaming the collapse solely on those decisions would be unjust. On another day, both those shots would have gone into the stands, and all of us would have appreciated and clapped. Thats how it is, he said at the post-day media interaction. Sometimes you just have to back their plans and their skill sets as well, given the fact that they have shown a lot of proof and evidence in the past as well. Obviously, execution didnt go the way we wanted, he added. India had a great start to the day thanks to a 65-run opening partnership between KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Except for Sundar's own tough 48 from No. 8, the highest score of the innings, the hosts were reduced to 122 for seven due to a barrage of wickets. Only one game had passed since he finished that Test as India's top run scorer while batting at No. 3 in Kolkata. I would say I am happiest to bat wherever the team wants me to bat. That way, it is a lot more exciting. This is a team game. There are a lot of strategies that go into the game depending on the conditions, depending on the opposition. It is very tactical at times. Even in football, if you see good players, they might only get to play 2030 minutes. Thats how the game is, he said. Sundar acknowledged that there was no set strategy for session goals or scoring rates when considering India's batting strategy. I would say I am happiest to bat wherever the team wants me to bat. That way, it is a lot more exciting. This is a team game. There are a lot of strategies that go into the game depending on the conditions, depending on the opposition. It is very tactical at times. Even in football, if you see good players, they might only get to play 2030 minutes. Thats how the game is, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score If we were in a scenario where we only lost 45 wickets today, then we can always plan tomorrow, and we bat quite deep as well. Going into the day-to-day, I dont think there was any plan as to how much we need to get today or probably in the first innings as well. Article Source: IANS
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Breach Candy Hospital: India stalwart Virat Kohli and head coach Gautam Gambhir, besides other members of the cricketing fraternity, condoled the passing of veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra. The Sholay actor left for the heavenly abode at the age of 89. Dharmendra was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai on November 12 after he experienced breathing issues and was reportedly put on a ventilator. He later showed signs of recovery and was discharged from the hospital. However, just days after being released to continue his convalescence at his Juhu home, the legendary actor breathed his last on Monday. Kohli shared a condolence message on X, writing, Today, we have lost a legend of Indian cinema who captivated hearts with his charm and his talent. A true icon who inspired everyone who watched him. May the family find strength in this tough time. My sincere condolences to the whole family. India head coach Gautam Gambhir penned, Personality and charisma like no other! He was the absolute favourite of my family. Umesh Yadav, meanwhile, said, Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dharmendra ji. A true legend whose contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered forever. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti. An absolute icon of Indian cinema leaves us today. Dharmendra jis legacy, warmth, and timeless performances will stay in our hearts forever. My prayers and condolences to the family. Om Shanti, wrote Ishant Sharma. I am from Amitabh Bachchan saab's hometown, but I loved Veeru as much as Jai. Everybody loved Dharmendra; I never met anyone who wasn't his fan. RIP legend, Mohammad Kaif wrote. NCA head VVS Laxman shared a heartfelt message as he wrote, Deeply mourn the loss of Dharmender Ji, a timeless star whose presence lit up the screens and our lives. His legacy will remain etched in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti. I am from Amitabh Bachchan saab's hometown, but I loved Veeru as much as Jai. Everybody loved Dharmendra; I never met anyone who wasn't his fan. RIP legend, Mohammad Kaif wrote. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Dharmendra's career, lasting over sixty years, earned him the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award. He leaves a cinematic legacy that has influenced multiple generations and a widespread fan base that transcends borders, an achievement few actors can match. Article Source: IANS
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Barsapara Cricket Stadium: South Africas commanding performance in the ongoing second Test drew praise from their fast bowling great Dale Steyn, who said it was rare to witness a visiting side dominate three days of cricket in India in the way the Proteas have done so far. On day threes play at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, South Africa, riding on Marco Jansens sixwicket haul, bowled out India for 201 to get a 288-run lead. Its rare to witness a visiting side dominate three days of cricket in India like this. South Africa got off to a good start by winning the toss and choosing to bat first, a decision that paid off. Since then, every move theyve madewhether in terms of batting application or bowling managementhas been spot on. In my view, their strategy and execution in these Guwahati conditions have outshined Indias efforts, said Steyn on JioStar. By stumps, openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram had guided the visitors to 26/0, stretching the lead to 314 runs. Having already won the opening Test in Kolkata, South Africa are closing in on their first Test series win in India since Hansie Cronjes side triumphed in 2000. There were a few nervy moments with edges flying past the bat, but overall South Africa got off to a solid start. Rickelton even managed a boundary off Bumrah, who has bowled over 30 overs in demanding conditions. Considering Bumrah has been on the field for 150 overs and has only spent 80 in the shed, having to come back out to bowl again is a tough ask for him and Siraj, while the spinners rest. There were a few nervy moments with edges flying past the bat, but overall South Africa got off to a solid start. Rickelton even managed a boundary off Bumrah, who has bowled over 30 overs in demanding conditions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He also felt South Africas decision to bat again in the game and not enforce a follow-on was the right one. The decision to continue batting was the right oneaiming to stay positive, take calculated risks, and if a wicket falls, so be it. Tomorrow provides a full day of batting in more favourable conditions, offering an opportunity to build on this position, concluded Steyn. Article Source: IANS
His Energy Was Infectious: Sachin Tendulkar Mourns Passing Of Iconic Actor Dharmendra
Breach Candy Hospital: Former India cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar posted a heartfelt note mourning the death of iconic actor Dharmendra on Monday, remembering him as a towering figure whose energy was incredibly infectious. Tendulkar paid a moving homage to the Bollywood star, calling him a true legend whose impact transcended generations and reached audiences across the world. I, like many others, took an instant liking to Dharmendra ji, the actor, who entertained us with his versatility. That on-screen bond became stronger off-screen when I met him. His energy was incredibly infectious, and he would always tell me, Tumko dekhkar ek kilo khoon badh jaata hai mera. He had an effortless warmth, making everyone around him feel valued and special. It was impossible not to be a fan of the person he was. Today, my heart feels heavy with his passing. Aisa lagta hai jaise mera 10 kilo khoon kam ho gaya hai. Will miss you, Sachin Tendulkar posted on X. After having trouble breathing, Dharmendra, 89, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai and reportedly placed on a ventilator. The veteran actor died on Monday, despite showing signs of recovery and being released to continue healing at his Juhu home. Dharmendra, who was born in Punjab in 1935, is one of the longest-lasting stars in Indian cinema. In the late 1950s, Filmfare magazine and Bimal Roy Productions started a nationwide search for new actors and actresses for Hindi films. This was the start of his career in movies. He entered the contest and won in 1958. His good looks and natural charm made him stand out right away. Years later, the same competition would bring another star, Rajesh Khanna, into the business. Dharmendra's rise was quick. He was a favourite in all kinds of movies, from romance to action to comedy, because he was so emotional, adaptable, and magnetic on screen. Dharmendra, who was born in Punjab in 1935, is one of the longest-lasting stars in Indian cinema. In the late 1950s, Filmfare magazine and Bimal Roy Productions started a nationwide search for new actors and actresses for Hindi films. This was the start of his career in movies. He entered the contest and won in 1958. His good looks and natural charm made him stand out right away. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Dharmendra leaves behind a legacy in movies that has shaped generations and a fan base that crosses borders, which few actors have ever had. Article Source: IANS
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Former India captain Anil Kumble was critical of the hosts' batting display in the ongoing second Test against South Africa, terming it as quite poor and lacking the necessary discipline, application, and patience. On the third day of the match at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, India were bowled out for 201 in their first innings, leaving South Africa in a commanding position to win the game and series with a lead of 314 runs. At the end of the second day, spinner Kuldeep Yadav had termed the pitch a road, but the Indian batters failed to step up and make big runs. After openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal fell, reckless shot selection resulted in a big collapse, leaving India staring at the possibility of a series defeat to South Africa. The hosts, being reduced from 95/1 to 122/7 in the space of a session and a half, came in an abject manner. I felt Indias batting effort was quite poor. The application and patience required in Test cricket were missing. While there were some good deliveries, the batsmen didnt seem prepared to endure tough spells or play session by session. It seemed like the aim was to chase runs quickly, which is unrealistic in a Test match where 489 runs need to be built gradually. Respecting the opposition bowlers and their spells is crucial, but India didnt show enough of that resilience, said Kumble on JioStar. Moreover, the dismissals of B. Sai Sudharsan, Dhurv Jurel, and skipper Rishabh Pant in the space of 13 balls can be summed up as brain fade, as left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen took 6-48. Marco Jansen bowled exceptionally well, putting India under consistent pressure. When he started bowling bouncers, which can be tricky given his height and awkward length, India appeared unprepared to either leave or take the blows. That approach is essential in Test cricket to survive challenging spells, but unfortunately, it was lacking in Indias approach today, added Kumble, who coached India from 2016-17. He also went on to laud South Africas clinical dominance over three days in the second Test, while adding that the Indian batters could have fared better if they showed the grit which Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav displayed in their 72-run stand. South Africa has been spot on, even in their selection choices. Muthusamy came in as an all-rounder who bowls sparingly, but his century was a major contribution. The partnership between him and Marco Jansen effectively took the game away from India. He also went on to laud South Africas clinical dominance over three days in the second Test, while adding that the Indian batters could have fared better if they showed the grit which Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav displayed in their 72-run stand. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa has dominated the match for three days and will be very satisfied with their positionleading by 325 runs with two days still left means theyre in a commanding spot, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: South Africas left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen said he was glad to come good in trying to do a job for the team after his sixwicket haul bowled India out for 201 in the ongoing second Test at Guwahati. Jansens 6-48, following a firstinnings score of 93, put the Proteas on the brink of a historic series win in India. The left-arm quick also became only the third left-arm fast-bowler to take a five-wicket haul in India after Zaheer Khan and Mitchell Johnson. The boys did a really good job today. I took most of the steam off last night. Today was just all about trying to do a job for the team, which Im glad I did. Theres obviously a nice pace and bounce in the wicket. Not a lot of nip or swing, a little bit here at the end. Once we saw there was a bit of bounce and better pace in the wicket, we tried to utilise that. I just want to be like you, Shaun (contributing in all departments). I really feel the spinners did a brilliant job and Im just lucky to be the one who cashed in, said Jansen to broadcasters at the end of day threes play, where South Africa ended with a lead of 314 runs. He also lauded spinners for doing well on a day when there wasnt much help on offer. Obviously, a good day for the chaps and for myself in particular. But I feel the spinners did a really good job when the ball wasnt moving as much and there was a dead period at some stage. Once we saw there was a bit of bounce and better pace in the wicket, we tried to utilise that. I just want to be like you, Shaun (contributing in all departments). I really feel the spinners did a brilliant job and Im just lucky to be the one who cashed in, said Jansen to broadcasters at the end of day threes play, where South Africa ended with a lead of 314 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He also felt spinners would be the key in the last two days, as South Africa aim to get a Test series win in India after 25 years. I still think its a good wicket. The ball is starting to turn now, and then it is holding up a little bit. So I think the spinners are definitely going to come into play more in the second innings, probably tomorrow and the day after. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: South Africa Swell Lead To 314 After Jansen's Six-for Bowls Out India For 201 (ld)
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: The chatter ahead of the third days play in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium was whether India could make runs quickly to claw back in the game they need to win to level the series. But by the time bad light brought an early end to the proceedings, South Africa ended by being in complete command, dismissing India for 201 and reaching 26/0 in eight overs, extending their lead over India to 314 runs. Openers Ryan Rickelton (13) and Aiden Markram (12) were at the crease when bad light forced stumps to be taken early. Tall left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen produced a devastating spell and picked 6-48 to bundle India out for 201 in reply to South Africas 489. It was Jansens fourth five-wicket haul in Tests and capped a remarkable all-round performance after his 93 with the bat in the first innings. His short-ball barrage broke Indias middle-order and left them at 122/7. Jansen also became only the third left-arm fast-bowler to take a five-wicket haul in India after Zaheer Khan and Mitchell Johnson. On a surface offering little assistance, Jansens variations of length from a consistent line proved to be decisive. Yashasvi Jaiswal top-scored for India with 58, before Washington Sundar (48) and Kuldeep Yadav (19) offered resistance and showed great application in a defiant 72-run stand off 208 balls. Off-spinner Simon Harmer eventually ended Sundars defiance. At the same time, Jansen returned with the second new ball to dismiss Kuldeep and Jasprit Bumrah to bowl out India just after crossing the 200-run mark. With a 1-0 lead in hand, current World Test Championship (WTC) winners South Africa are closing in on their first series win in India since 2000. India, meanwhile, face mounting pressure in the face of their second series loss at home in two years and now require a miracle to secure a series-levelling win. In the morning, resuming from 9/0 in 6.1 overs, Jaiswal and KL Rahul began on a watchful note and negotiated the threat from spinners with utmost care. The duo took four boundaries collectively off Jansen and Wiaan Mulder, before South Africa brought on their spinners. With the spinners finding turn at times, Rahul began to use his feet while Jaiswal looked for sweep and slog-sweep something which fetched him boundaries against Keshav Maharaj and Harmer. At the stroke of the first drinks break, Rahuls discomfort against the turning ball eventually cost him when he went for forward defence on a slower ball from Maharaj and edged to first slip to fall for 22. Back at No. 3, B. Sai Sudharsan looked fluent from the outset through his cover drives reaching the boundary ropes twice. Meanwhile, Jaiswal continued to show intent against spin and reached his 13th Test fifty - the first half-century by an Indian batter in this series. But his progress was cut short when, in an attempt to play a late dab off Harmer, the ball stopped slightly and the outside edge was caught by short third-man, completing a sharp diving grab. Sudharsans attacking approach then caused his downfall as he pulled a short-ball from Harmer, which was caught by mid-wicket, who held on to the chase at the second attempt, and fell for 15. India were pushed on the back foot at the stroke of tea break when Dhruv Jurel looked to pull him from well outside off-stump, and that miscued execution resulted in mid-on moving across to his right to complete a diving catch, as the young wicketkeeper-batter fell for an eleven-ball duck. Indias hopes of mounting a fightback after the tea break quickly unravelled when Rishabh Pant, who was seen as the one batter capable of counterattacking against the Proteas, fell for just seven. Pants attempt to take on Marco Jansen backfired when he danced down the pitch for a wild slog, but only edged behind the keeper and burnt a review. Jansen then used his height to extract a steep bounce that forced Nitish Kumar Reddy into fending a rising delivery and was brilliantly caught for 10 by a diving gully, who completed the grab with one hand. Sundar, Indias best batter at No. 3 in Kolkata, came at eight and could just see Jansen continuing to wreak havoc with his barrage of short deliveries the latest of which climbed steeply onto Ravindra Jadeja, deflected off his shoulder and then took the outside edge to second slip to dismiss him for six. Sundar finally managed to get going by flaying Jansen for four, before using his long reach to smack Harmer for six. India survived a close call when Harmers appeal for lbw against Kuldeep was sent upstairs, only for replays to show the ball had brushed the glove before looping up to short leg. Kuldeep and Sundar then dug in, displaying solid defence and application, something which was missing in their other batting colleagues, to frustrate South Africa. Kuldeep, in particular, looked assured against spin, thus underlining that the pitch held no demons. As the ball grew older, batting became easier for both Kuldeep and Sundar till lunch arrived. Sundar and Kuldeep began the final session by adding valuable runs against the off-spin bowling pair of Harmer and Markram. With Sundar going solid and Kuldeep showing remarkable application, South Africa introduced centurion Senuran Muthusamy in the line-up, but without any success. Just before the second new ball was taken, Harmer produced a decisive moment by deceiving Sundar with a dip on a fuller delivery. Sundar pushed at it with hard hands and edged to first slip to depart for 46. Jansen then sealed his five-wicket haul in the very first over of the second new ball. Kuldeep, after having declined a single to shield Bumrah, was undone by a steep bounce and edged to second slip, giving Markram his fifth catch of the innings. Indias innings came to a close in a dramatic fashion when Bumrah was undone by a nasty bouncer from Jansen and was caught by the keeper, giving the all-rounder his six-wicket haul and completing one of the finest allround performances by a visiting player in Tests in India. After South Africa decided against enforcing the follow-on and opted to bat again, Rickelton began straightaway by punching Jasprit Bumrah through cover, before Markram found the edge wide of second slip to get another boundary of the opening over. After Markram punched Mohammed Siraj through extra cover for four, India tried making things happen by Bumrah changing his angle, with an over each of Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav being bowled as well. But by the time the day ended, South Africa put themselves in a formidable position to win the match and series, while India are facing the prospect of losing their second series at home in two years. After Markram punched Mohammed Siraj through extra cover for four, India tried making things happen by Bumrah changing his angle, with an over each of Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav being bowled as well. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa 489 and 26/0 in 8 overs (Ryan Rickelton 13 not out, Aiden Markram 12 not out) lead India 201 all out in 83.5 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 58, Washington Sundar 48; Marco Jansen 6-48, Simon Harmer 3-64) by 314 runs Article Source: IANS
A Legendary Hero Immensely Popular In Pakistan: Rashid Latif Mourns Passing Of Dharmendra
Breach Candy Hospital: Following the death of legendary Indian actor Dharmendra on Monday, former Pakistani captain Rashid Latif paid a moving tribute to the Bollywood star, calling him a global legend. Dharmendra ji was a legendary hero, and Sholay remains an all-time classic. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy across the subcontinent and was immensely popular in Pakistan as well. My deepest condolences, Latif told IANS. After experiencing difficulty breathing, Dharmendra, 89, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai and reportedly placed on a ventilator. The veteran actor died on Monday, despite showing signs of recovery and being discharged to continue his recuperation at his Juhu home. Dharmendra, born in Punjab in 1935, is one of the longest-lasting stars in Indian cinema. In the late 1950s, Filmfare magazine and Bimal Roy Productions began a nationwide search for new actors and actresses for Hindi films. This marked the start of his film career. He entered the contest and won in 1958. His good looks and natural charm made him stand out immediately. Years later, the same competition would introduce another star, Rajesh Khanna, into the industry. Dharmendra's rise was rapid. He was popular in all types of films, from romance to action to comedy, because he was so emotional, versatile, and magnetic on screen. Phool Aur Patthar made him a star, and Sholay made him famous. His performance as the lovable, mischievous Veeru remains one of the most celebrated in Hindi cinema. Years later, the same competition would introduce another star, Rajesh Khanna, into the industry. Dharmendra's rise was rapid. He was popular in all types of films, from romance to action to comedy, because he was so emotional, versatile, and magnetic on screen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Dharmendra leaves behind a legacy in films that has shaped generations and a fan base that crosses borders, which few actors have ever matched. Article Source: IANS
Timeless Icon, Touched Countless Hearts: Indian Cricket Fraternity Mourns Dharmendras Demise
Breach Candy Hospital: Tributes poured in from the Indian cricket community after one of Indias veteran actors, Dharmendra, passed away on Monday at the age of 89. Dharmendra, who was earlier admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai, was discharged on November 12 after showing signs of recovery. However, the actor departed for the heavenly abode just a few days after returning home from the hospital. Indias World Cup-winning all-rounder Deepti Sharma, sharing a picture of the late actor on her Instagram story, wrote, Dharmendra Ji was not just a film star but a true hero, who made us all believe that you can dream and achieve with love in your heart! We all will miss him! Om Shanti. While former India batter Virender Sehwag wrote on X, Dharmendra ji was not just an actor, he was an era. A star in simplicity, a He-Man in strength, and gold at heart. His films, his style, and his warmth will be remembered for generations. A great artist, may God grant peace to his soul. Om Shanti. Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh penned a heartfelt note on X, saying, Heartfelt tribute to Dharmendra Ji a timeless icon whose grace, strength, and unparalleled charm have left an everlasting mark on Indian cinema. From his powerful performances to his warmth both on and off screen, he touched countless hearts and inspired generations. His films, his smile, and his spirit will forever remain etched in our memories. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti. The end of an era. Bollywoods beloved He-Man, Dharmendra Ji, is no more. His timeless films, warmth, and unforgettable legacy will continue to live in our hearts for generations. From a small village in Punjab to the heart of Indian cinema, his journey will forever inspire. Heartfelt tribute to the legend. Om Shanti, wrote former cricketer Kedar Jadhav. You stood tall, not just in stature, but in spirit. Dharmendra ji, thank you for showing us strength can be kind. Om Shanti, former India opener Shikhar Dhawan penned. Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings, sharing a picture of the veteran actor on X, wrote, Parde te amar, te saade dilan vich vi hamesha lai amar! in Punjabi, which translates to Immortal on the screen, and forever immortal in our hearts too! Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) shared a picture of Dharmendra and captioned it, The He-Man of Bollywood, while the franchise put up another picture of the legendary actor with the teams co-owners, Bollywood celebrities Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla, and wrote, Rest in Peace, Dharmendra ji. Farewell to a legend. Sending our condolences to Dharam Jis family, friends and fans across the world, said Delhi Capitals in their X post. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) shared a picture of Dharmendra and captioned it, The He-Man of Bollywood, while the franchise put up another picture of the legendary actor with the teams co-owners, Bollywood celebrities Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla, and wrote, Rest in Peace, Dharmendra ji. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He is survived by his first wife, Prakash Kaur; their four children, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Ajeta Deol, Vijayta Deol; his second wife, Hema Malini; and their two daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol. Article Source: IANS
Jansen too hot for India as SA start dreaming of series sweep
Jaiswal's 58 and Washington's 48 the only bright spots for India, with Jansen's short-ball brilliance causing trouble
Tabraiz Shamsi Withdraws From SA20 Due To Personal Reasons, Thomas Kaber Named Replacement
MI Cape Town: Tabraiz Shamsi, the seasoned South African wristspinner and recent MI Cape Town acquisition, will not take part in the upcoming SA20 season after making himself unavailable due to personal circumstances. His withdrawal has opened the door for all-rounder Thomas Kaber, another left-arm wristspinner, who has been drafted in as his replacement. Kaber re-joins a familiar setup, having been part of the MI Cape Town squad in each of the previous two seasons. During MICTs championship-winning 202425 campaign, he featured in just a single match, while in the 202324 season, he appeared in eight games. Across his SA20 career to date, Kaber has delivered in seven bowling innings, claiming 10 wickets at an impressive average of 16.60 and maintaining an economy rate of 8.05. With the bat, though opportunities have been limited, he has accumulated 34 runs in four innings, remaining not out in three of them. His current form has also been encouraging - playing for the Warriors in the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge, he has picked up seven wickets in six matches, conceding at a frugal 6.31 runs per over and averaging 17.42. MI Cape Towns spin department for the leagues fourth edition remains strong despite Shamsis absence, with the likes of Rashid Khan, George Linde, and Dane Piedt providing depth and variety. Their pace arsenal is equally formidable, featuring international stars Kagiso Rabada and Trent Boult, supported by Corbin Bosch and Dwaine Pretorius. Shamsi, who was signed at the September auction for R500,000 (approximately USD 29,000), was expected to make his debut season for the franchise. He previously represented Joburg Super Kings and Paarl Royals in earlier editions. At present, he is turning out for Northern Warriors in the Abu Dhabi T10. MI Cape Towns spin department for the leagues fourth edition remains strong despite Shamsis absence, with the likes of Rashid Khan, George Linde, and Dane Piedt providing depth and variety. Their pace arsenal is equally formidable, featuring international stars Kagiso Rabada and Trent Boult, supported by Corbin Bosch and Dwaine Pretorius. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The reigning champions, MI Cape Town, are set to begin their title defence on December 26 against Durbans Super Giants at Newlands, which will also host the tournament final on January 25. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Rickelton, Markram Swell SAs Lead To 314 After Jansen's Six-for Bowls Out India For 201
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: The chatter ahead of day threes play in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium was whether India could make runs quickly to claw back in the game they need to win to level the series. But by the time bad light brought an early end to the proceedings, South Africa ended by being in complete command - reaching 26/0 in eight overs to extend their lead over India to 314 runs. But by the time bad light brought an early end to the proceedings, South Africa ended by being in complete command - reaching 26/0 in eight overs and extend their lead over India to 314 runs. Openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram remained unbeaten on 13 and 12 respectively and ensured South Africa didnt suffer any early loss till stumps came in early. But South Africas day of dominance was set up by left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansens sensational sixwicket haul, which dismantled India for 201 and gave South Africa a huge 288-run lead. Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer were also amongst the wickets, but Jansens shortball assault broke the back of Indias batting, with the hosts in tatters at 121/7, after being 95/1 at one point. Indias lower order offered brief resistance through Washington Sundar (48 off 92 balls) and Kuldeep Yadav (19 off 134 balls) sharing a 72-run stand. But once Harmer took out Sundar and the second new ball was taken, Jansen returned to wrap up a disappointing Indian batting innings. With two days still remaining, the Proteas are expected to push for quick runs on day four to bat India out of the game and set up a decisive victory, while also eyeing valuable World Test Championship points. After South Africa decided against enforcing the follow-on and opted to bat again, Rickelton began straightaway by punching Jasprit Bumrah through cover, before Markram found the edge wide of second slip to get another boundary of the opening over. After Markram punched Mohammed Siraj through extra cover for four, India tried making things happen by Bumrah changing his angle, with an over each of Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav being bowled as well. But by the time the day ended, South Africa put themselves in a formidable position to win the match and series, while India are facing the prospect of losing their second series at home in two years. Previously, Jansens all-round display - 93 with the bat and six wickets with the ball - put South Africa in the path of getting a big win. The left-arm quick also became only the third left-arm fast-bowler to take a five-wicket haul in India after Zaheer Khan and Mitchell Johnson. On a surface offering little assistance, Jansens variation of length from a consistent line proved to be decisive. With two left-handers at the crease and the second new ball still some time away, Washington Sundar and Kuldeep began the final session by adding valuable runs against the off-spin bowling pair of Harmer and Markram. With Sundar going solid and Kuldeep showing remarkable application, South Africa introduced centurion Senuran Muthusamy in the line-up, but without any success. Just before the second new ball was taken, Harmer produced a decisive moment by deceiving Sundar with a dip on a fuller delivery. Sundar pushed at it with hard hands and edged to first slip to depart for 46. Jansen then sealed his five-wicket haul in the very first over of the second new ball. Kuldeep, after having declined a single to shield Bumrah, was undone by a steep bounce and edged to second slip, giving Markram his fifth catch of the innings. Just before the second new ball was taken, Harmer produced a decisive moment by deceiving Sundar with a dip on a fuller delivery. Sundar pushed at it with hard hands and edged to first slip to depart for 46. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 and 26/0 in eight overs (Ryan Rickelton 13 not out, Aiden Markram 12 not out) lead India 201 in 83.5 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 58, Washington Sundar 48; Marco Jansen 6-48, Simon Harmer 3-64) by 314 runs. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Jansen Picks Six As SA Bowl India For 201, Set To Bat Again With 288-run Lead
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen delivered a superb bowling performance to claim 6-48, as South Africa bowled India out for 201 in 83.5 overs to take a 288-run lead on day three of second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Monday. Jansens short-ball barrage, combined with relentless accuracy, broke Indias middle order and triggered a collapse to leave them at 122/7. Indias lower order offered brief resistance through Washington Sundar (48 off 92 balls) and Kuldeep Yadav (19 off 134 balls) sharing a 72-run stand. But once Simon Harmer took out Sundar and the second new ball was taken, Jansen returned to wrap up a disappointing Indian batting innings. Despite holding a commanding lead, South Africa opted against enforcing the follow-on, with captain Temba Bavuma consulting the team management before deciding to bat and calling for the light roller to be used before starting their second innings. Jansens all-round display - 93 with the bat and six wickets with the ball has put South Africa in complete control of winning the game and series. The left-arm quick also became only the third left-arm fast-bowler to take a five-wicket haul in India after Zaheer Khan and Mitchell Johnson. On a surface offering little assistance, Jansens variation of length from a consistent line proved to be decisive. With two left-handers at the crease and the second new ball still some time away, Sundar and Kuldeep began the final session by adding valuable runs against the off-spin bowling pair of Simon Harmer and Aiden Markram. With Sundar going solid and Kuldeep showing remarkable application, South Africa introduced centurion Senuran Muthusamy in the line-up, but without any success. Just before the second new ball was taken, Harmer produced a decisive moment by deceiving Sundar with dip on a fuller delivery. Sundar pushed at it with hard hands and edged to first slip to depart for 46. Jansen then sealed his five-wicket haul in the very first over of the second new ball. Kuldeep, after having declined a single to shield Jasprit Bumrah, was undone by steep bounce and edged to second slip, giving Markram his fifth catch of the innings. Just before the second new ball was taken, Harmer produced a decisive moment by deceiving Sundar with dip on a fuller delivery. Sundar pushed at it with hard hands and edged to first slip to depart for 46. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 in 151.1 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 109; Kuldeep Yadav 4-115) lead India 201 in 83.5 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 58, Washington Sundar 48; Marco Jansen 6-48, Simon Harmer 3-64) by 288 runs Article Source: IANS
Shamsi pulls out of SA20 for personal reasons, MI Cape Town call up Kaber as replacement
Defending champions MICT bought Shamsi for R500,000 in the September 2025 auction
England decline opportunity for pink-ball practice in Lions fixture
Three squad members released for day-night match in Canberra, but first XI head direct to Brisbane
2nd Test: Washington-Kuldeep Take India To 174/7, But Follow-on Cloud Looms Large For India
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: South Africa maintained their dominance in the ongoing second Test by reducing India to 174/7 in 67 overs at lunch on day three at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Monday. India still trail South Africa by 315 runs, though Washington Sundars unbeaten 33 and Kuldeep Yadavs resistance for 14 not out meant they are keeping the hosts in a fight through an eighthwicket stand worth 52 runs. Marco Jansens hostile spell of shortpitched bowling ripped through Indias middle order, claiming Rishabh Pant, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja to leave the hosts reeling. Though Sundar and Kuldeep have batted for 141 balls together, Indias immediate target will be to avoid the followon, which is 116 runs away. Indias hopes of mounting a fightback after the tea break quickly unravelled when Rishabh Pant, who was seen as the one batter capable of counterattacking against the Proteas, fell for just seven. Pants attempt to take on Marco Jansen backfired when he danced down the pitch for a wild slog, but only edged to the keeper and burnt a review. Jansen then compounded Indias issues by using his height to extract steep bounce that forced Nitish Kumar Reddy into fending a rising delivery and was brilliantly caught by a diving gully, who completed the grab with one hand. With Reddy departing for 10, it left India in deep trouble. Washington Sundar, Indias best batter at number three in Kolkata, came at eight and could just see Jansen continuing to wreak havoc with his barrage of short deliveries the latest of which climbed steeply onto Ravindra Jadeja, deflected off his shoulder and then took the outside edge to second slip. With the review confirming the edge, Jadeja was dismissed for six, leaving South Africa jubilant and India despondent. Sundar finally managed to get going by flaying Jansen for four, before using his long reach to smack Simon Harmer for six. India survived a close call when Harmers appeal for lbw against Kuldeep was sent upstairs, only for replays to show the ball had brushed the glove before looping up to short leg. Kuldeep and Sundar then dug in, displaying solid defence and application, something which was missing in their other batting colleagues, to frustrate South Africa. Kuldeep, in particular, looked assured against spin, thus underlining that the pitch held no demons. As the ball grew older, batting became easier for both Kuldeep and Sundar till lunch arrived. Sundar finally managed to get going by flaying Jansen for four, before using his long reach to smack Simon Harmer for six. India survived a close call when Harmers appeal for lbw against Kuldeep was sent upstairs, only for replays to show the ball had brushed the glove before looping up to short leg. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 in 151.1 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 109; Kuldeep Yadav 4-115) lead India 174/7 in 67 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 58, Washington Sundar 33 not out; Marco Jansen 4-43, Simon Harmer 2-61) by 315 runs. Article Source: IANS
Chaudhary stars with maiden first-class hundred in Tasmania's 623
Tim Ward also scored a fluent hundred as the visitors piled up their second highest Sheffield Shield total
ICC Chief Jay Shah Congratulates Team India For Womens Blind T20 World Cup Win
Blind T20 World Cup: The International Cricket Council (ICC) chief Jay Shah conveyed his best wishes and congratulated the Indian team after they made history by winning the first-ever Blind Women's T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka, beating Nepal by seven wickets in the final on Sunday. Congratulations to the @blind_cricket Indian team for winning the first-ever Blind Women's T20 World Cup, an event that re-defines the limits of ability' and inspires differently abled athletes in India and around the world, Shah posted on X. Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal also extended his wishes as he wrote on X, Congratulations to our incredible Womens Blind Cricket Team on winning the inaugural T20 Blind World Cup. This is more than just a win, it is a statement of belief and resilience! They have not only made history, but reshaped it with pride and purpose. The nation celebrates its true champions today. The teams success marked a perfect campaign, with India remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament, demonstrating complete dominance. Opting to field first after winning the toss, India restricted Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs. The chase was nothing short of clinical as India surpassed the target in just 12.1 overs with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir emerged as the stand-out performer, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 27 balls, including four boundaries, to guide India home comfortably. In the semi-final, India secured a commanding nine-wicket victory over Australia, while Nepal advanced to the final by narrowly defeating Pakistan in the other last-four encounter. Opting to field first after winning the toss, India restricted Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs. The chase was nothing short of clinical as India surpassed the target in just 12.1 overs with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir emerged as the stand-out performer, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 27 balls, including four boundaries, to guide India home comfortably. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias emphatic title run not only highlights their consistency but also marks a major milestone for blind cricket, paving the way for increased recognition and growth of the sport in the coming years. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi Congratulates Team India For Womens Blind T20 World Cup Win
Blind T20 World Cup: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian womens cricket team after their emphatic victory at the Blind Women's T20 World Cup and lauded the girls for remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament. India beat Nepal by seven wickets in the final on Sunday in Colombo to lift the title at the tournaments inaugural edition. Congratulations to Indian Blind Womens Cricket Team for creating history by winning the inaugural Blind Womens T20 World Cup! More commendable is the fact that they stayed unbeaten in the series. This is indeed a historic sporting achievement, a shining example of hardwork, team work and determination. Each player is a champion! My best wishes to the team for their future endeavours. This feat will inspire generations to come, PM Modi wrote on X. In the game, India limited Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs after choosing to field first. India's pursuit was highly efficient, reaching the target in only 12.1 overs with 47 balls remaining. Khula Sharir was the key player, scoring an unbeaten 44 runs off 27 balls with four boundaries, leading India to a confident victory. In the semi-final, India achieved a commanding nine-wicket win against Australia, while Nepal moved to the final by narrowly beating Pakistan in the other knockout match. In the game, India limited Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs after choosing to field first. India's pursuit was highly efficient, reaching the target in only 12.1 overs with 47 balls remaining. Khula Sharir was the key player, scoring an unbeaten 44 runs off 27 balls with four boundaries, leading India to a confident victory. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias dominant title victory not only showcases their consistent performance but also signifies a significant milestone for blind cricket, opening doors for greater recognition and development of the sport in the future. Article Source: IANS
Inglis hammers rapid ton amid Australia batting order debate
The wicketkeeper-batter hit 125 off 107 balls for a Cricket Australia XI against England Lions
2nd Test: India Lose Wickets In Heap, Reach 102/4 At Tea
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: South Africa strengthened their hold on the ongoing second Test by reducing India to 102/4 in 36 overs at tea on day threes play here at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Resuming from 9/0, India lost four wickets for 93 runs in 29.5 overs during the session. Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal making 58 and sharing a 65-run opening stand with KL Rahul, India began to unravel in the second half. By the time the session ended, India experienced a dramatic collapse losing three wickets for seven runs in a frenetic 20-ball spell, where the pitchs slowness and turn combined with poor shot selection left them in tatters. With India still trailing by 387 runs, they now look to captain Rishabh Pant (six not out) and Ravindra Jadeja (zero not out) to mount a fightback and keep their hopes alive of saving the series. In the morning, Rahul and Jaiswal started cautiously and carefully handled the threat from spinners. The duo hit four boundaries together off Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder, before South Africa introduced their spinners. With the spinners finding turn at times, Rahul began to use his feet while Jaiswal looked for a sweep and slog-sweep something which fetched him boundaries against Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer. At the stroke of the first drinks break, Rahuls discomfort against the turning ball eventually cost him when he went for a forward defence on a slower ball from Maharaj and edged to first slip. Back at number three, B Sai Sudharsan appeared fluent from the start, executing his cover drives to reach the boundary ropes twice. Meanwhile, Jaiswal continued to show intent against spin and reached his fifty - the first half-century by an Indian batter in the series. But his progress was cut short when, in an attempt to play a cheeky late dab off Harmer, the ball stopped slightly and the outside edge was caught by short third man, who made a sharp diving grab. Sudharsans attacking approach then led to his downfall, as a pull on a short ball from Harmer was caught by mid-wicket, who held on after a second attempt. Back at number three, B Sai Sudharsan appeared fluent from the start, executing his cover drives to reach the boundary ropes twice. Meanwhile, Jaiswal continued to show intent against spin and reached his fifty - the first half-century by an Indian batter in the series. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 in 151.1 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 109; Kuldeep Yadav 4-115) lead India 102/4 in 36 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 58, KL Rahul 22) by 387 runs Article Source: IANS
Cummins Looked Like A Player Nearing The Completion Of His Rehabilitation, Says McDonald
Andrew McDonald: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said skipper Pat Cummins looked like a player nearing the completion of his rehabilitation after bowling at full tilt in Perth, but added that a final decision on his participation in the second Ashes Test in Brisbane will be taken late. The early finish in Perth meant Cummins, who is on road to recovery following a lower back stress issue, will have his bowling session on Tuesday instead of Monday. The Australian selectors are set to discuss his readiness for a comeback soon, though they will weigh in the timing carefully. Should Cummins return in Brisbane and the match runs for all five days, there would still be an eightday gap before the third Test takes place in Adelaide. Once we see him again we'll be able to then join the dots as to what that potentially looks like. But for those who saw him in Perth, I did say this a while back that he'll be up and bowling...and people will be sitting there questioning why he's not playing. It looked like a player that was nearing the completion of his rehabilitation. The intensity was there, the ball speed was there. There's a lot of positives, but now it's just really building that resilience within the soft tissue and making sure that we're not putting him in harm's way in terms of accelerating it too much. But it will be a genuine discussion leading into this Test match. That may be one that eventuates late for us. A little bit to work through but it's nearing completion, which is really, really positive, McDonald told reporters on Monday. Meanwhile, fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has entered the first week of rehabilitation to recover from a lowgrade hamstring injury, with McDonald declining to set a timeline for his return in the Ashes. Hazlewood is expected to link up with the squad in Brisbane to continue his recovery. He's working through the first week of his rehab. I'm not sure that we need to give an update on that. Once he gets further down the track and (we) have some rough timelines, then we'll be in a position to communicate that. Meanwhile, fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has entered the first week of rehabilitation to recover from a lowgrade hamstring injury, with McDonald declining to set a timeline for his return in the Ashes. Hazlewood is expected to link up with the squad in Brisbane to continue his recovery. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I know that hell be available at some point during the series, and once again, were not going to put our medical team into a scenario where we identify a game and then the speculation starts around that, added McDonald. Article Source: IANS
Khawaja To Be Assessed For Back Issues, Says McDonald
Andrew McDonald: Australia coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed Usman Khawaja will undergo medical assessment this week for the back issues which cropped up during the opening Ashes Test in Perth, but expressed optimism that the senior opener will be fit for the second game starting on December 4 in Brisbane. Khawaja was unable to open in either innings and batted only once, while also missing considerable time on the field. As per McDonald, Australias medical staff are set to investigate further, as Khawaja has never previously experienced back spasms of this nature in his playing career. There was discussions around further investigation to whether it was more serious than what we sort of first anticipated. So we'll work through that. We'll get a squad together. We'll step through everything that we normally step through. We get to camp in six days' time. It's a long way out, a lot of information to gather between now and then, and hopefully Usman is fit and available for selection. I think anytime you spasm, it's a result of something going on in your back. So I think that further investigation is just due diligence around that. You spasm for a reason. He hasn't had it before, so that's what will probably entail a bit more further investigation. My gut feel is that it should be okay, but as I said, we'll wait for that information to present, McDonald told reporters on Monday. He also conceded the selectors have a lot to consider following Travis Heads explosive century as a standin opener in the Perth Test. Heads 123 off 83 balls in the second innings sealed a thrilling victory and has now sparked a debate over whether his role in the batting order be revisited. We've got a lot to consider. Batting orders are always debated heavily over a period of time. Middle order players haven't been sort of the ones that have been the popular ones to open the batting. So we'll discuss and work through what it looks like. I think it gave us a little bit of a lens potentially to the future in terms of adjusting batting orders in second innings, which is something that we have discussed. To be able to put different people in different positions with the scenario that was presented. So this one happened probably through a bit more chance and obviously the unfortunate injury to Usman. But I think it really probably opens up that discussion more than, more than anything else for us. I think it gave us a little bit of a lens potentially to the future in terms of adjusting batting orders in second innings, which is something that we have discussed. To be able to put different people in different positions with the scenario that was presented. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Its a conversation that we have had. Weve had a conversation around Travis opening the batting for a long period of time, and Trav has been on the record this week and previously around that also. I suppose now that its out there, yeah, happy to talk about it. Will we do it? If it presents at the right time, potentially, he added. Article Source: IANS
South African Centurion Senuran Muthusamy Celebrates 'Awesome' Test Journey
South Africa's Senuran Muthusamy on Sunday said he overcame doubts about his career after a forgettable first taste of Test cricket in India to come back and register his maiden century. Muthusamy made 109 in South Africa's imposing 489 all out on day two of the second Test in Guwahati to frustrate the Indian attack with his grit and patience. A left-hander who bowls spin, Muthusamy missed the team's opening win but returned for the final Test -- his eighth -- to make an instant impact batting at number seven. The 31-year-old put on a key eighth-wicket stand of 97 with Marco Jansen and reached his hundred in 192 balls for life to come full circle in a country where he can trace his roots back several generations to the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. My journey's been unique, Muthusamy told reporters. (I) Got a taste of international cricket in 2019 in India, debuted here, went back into the wilderness a little bit. There were times, especially after 2019, where I wasn't sure if I'd ever play Test cricket again and certainly not in India after we lost that series. I've got a really cool group around me, so I'm very grateful for their support and their love. Yeah, it's an awesome journey, he said. Muthusamy fared well enough with the bat in his debut at Visakhapatnam in 2019, unbeaten in both innings for 33 and 49. But he made just nine and seven in the following Test in Pune. With the ball he claimed just two wickets in two heavy defeats and slipped out of favour. He played a Test each in 2023 and 2024 but returned with force this year and claimed 11 wickets and scored 106 runs to be named player of the series in South Africa's recent 1-1 draw in Pakistan. It's tough being a spinning all-rounder in South Africa, Muthusamy said. Conditions are a lot different (in South Africa) to the sub-continent. But when we get an opportunity to come to the sub-continent... it's an awesome challenge that we look forward to. I see myself as an all-rounder so I try to contribute where I can towards the team's cause. I just try to add as much value as I can. Temba Bavuma's South Africa are chasing their first Test series win in India since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed in 2000. The pitch in Guwahati still looks to be full of runs and despite a good first innings total the South African spin attack of Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj and Muthusamy face a tough challenge dislodging the Indian batters. I think Simon's got over a thousand first class wickets, Kesh has over 200 international wickets, said Muthusamy. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So there's a vast amount of experience and I look forward to seeing how things unfold.
2nd Test: We'll Give Our Best To Win The Game, Says Sudharsan
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan has insisted that India are determined to win the ongoing second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, saying that they are prepared to take any route necessary to secure a series-levelling victory. India reached 9/0 at stumps on day two and trail South Africa by 480 more runs. I mean, I'm feeling fresh and mentally I'm ready to play in day three. I mean, I'm looking to bat long and obviously get a very good total. As a team, we're looking to win the game and equal the series. So, I think whatever we have to do to win the game, I think we'll do that, said Sudharsan in a chat with the broadcasters after day threes play. India need the win if they are to avoid their second home series loss in Tests in two years. I mean, ideally, we'll have to bat really well for that first. So, we'll take day by day or even session by session and try and finish and seal the sessions in our side so that we have a better chance on day five and maybe last half of the day five. So, I think looking forward in a way where we have to play this day really well and tomorrow also really well so that we are in a good position to even think about winning the Test. I mean, the surface has been really good. That's what we all felt. But I think we'll give our best to do what we want to win the game, added Sudharsan, who came into the playing eleven after Shubman Gill was ruled out due to a neck injury. India need the win if they are to avoid their second home series loss in Tests in two years. I mean, ideally, we'll have to bat really well for that first. So, we'll take day by day or even session by session and try and finish and seal the sessions in our side so that we have a better chance on day five and maybe last half of the day five. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think you can stand a bit more taller and climb on to the ball because there's a bit more extra bounce. So, I feel, to me, the awareness of where you get the runs from and how you can make your innings bigger - that's what I'm looking for. Article Source: IANS
Kane Williamson Returns For WI Tests As NZ Name Squad For Series Opener
Cello Basin Reserve: Kane Williamson has been recalled to New Zealands Test squad for the opening match against the West Indies, joining a 14-player group that also features pace bowlers Jacob Duffy, Zakary Foulkes, and Blair Tickner. Daryl Mitchell has been passed fit after overcoming a minor groin injury sustained during the first ODI against the same opponents. Williamson had skipped the July Test series versus Zimbabwe and has not played a Test for New Zealand since December last year. To prepare for his return, he is set to turn out for Northern Districts in the second round of the Plunkett Shield. Duffy and Foulkes both debuted in the Zimbabwe series, with Foulkes making headlines by recording the best match figures by a New Zealand bowler on Test debut9 for 75. Tickner, meanwhile, is back in the Test frame for the first time since March 2023. Kyle Jamieson and Glenn Phillips werent considered for the first Test as they continue to build their match fitness as part of a managed red-ball return-to-play plan. Matt Fisher (shin), Will ORourke (back) and Ben Sears (hamstring) were not considered for selection due to injury. New Zealand head coach Rob Walter welcomed the return of Williamson to an already high performing Test side. Kanes ability on the field speaks for itself and it will be great to have his skills as well as his leadership back in the Test group, he said. Hes had a bit of time off to get himself ready for red-ball cricket, and I know hes looking forward to playing for Northern Districts in the second round of the Plunket Shield in the lead-up to the first Test. Walter spoke on Zak Foulkes selection after his Test debut in Zimbabwe earlier in the year. Zak couldnt have performed much better in his first Test against Zimbabwe. That, along with his recent form across the white-ball tours, has rightfully earned him selection. Walter said Duffy and Tickner were experienced campaigners. Both Jacob and Blair have been around a while and know what it takes to perform at the highest level. Theyve impressed in their white-ball opportunities so far this summer and we back them to do so in the Test arena if called upon. The first Test starts in Christchurch at Hagley Oval on December 2. Walter said Duffy and Tickner were experienced campaigners. Both Jacob and Blair have been around a while and know what it takes to perform at the highest level. Theyve impressed in their white-ball opportunities so far this summer and we back them to do so in the Test arena if called upon. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Squad: Tom Latham (c), Tom Blundell (wk), Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Kane Williamson, Will Young. Article Source: IANS
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah: Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Indian womens blind cricket after they won the first-ever Womens T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind beating Nepal by seven wickets in the final held in Colombo. The success marked a perfect campaign where India remained unbeaten, demonstrating complete dominance throughout the tournament. A historic day for Indian sports! Congratulations to Team India on their remarkable victory in Womens T20 Cricket World Cup for the Blind 2025. Our Tiranga today flutters higher with pride at your achievement. Your triumph mirrors your resolve and dedication to win honors for the nation. All my best wishes for your future endeavors @blind_cricket, Amit Shah posted on X. Opting to field first, India limited Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs. The chase was nothing short of clinical as India surpassed the target in just 12.1 overs with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir emerged as the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 27 balls, including four boundaries, to guide India home comfortably. The victory comes barely three weeks after the Indian womens team defeated South Africa in Navi Mumbaitwo landmark wins that highlight the rising status of womens cricket in the country, both in mainstream and visually impaired categories. Opting to field first, India limited Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs. The chase was nothing short of clinical as India surpassed the target in just 12.1 overs with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir emerged as the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 27 balls, including four boundaries, to guide India home comfortably. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The T20 tournament, a six-team event including India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the USA, started on November 11 in Delhi. Following a few matches in Bengaluru, the knockout stages shifted to Colombo, Sri Lanka. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Kolkatas Wicket Was Different, This Is Road, Says Kuldeep Yadav
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Kuldeep Yadav who finished with a figure of 4/115 in first innings described ACA Stadium pitch as proper road after Indian bowlers' struggle continued on Day 2 of the second Test. South Africa posted a formidable 489 in their first innings, thanks to Senuran Muthusamys 109 his maiden Test century and Marco Jansens explosive 93. The duos career best scores in Tests took them to a commanding total and put them in a good position to draw the game. Kolkatas wicket was different, this is a road, said Kuldeep Yadav, who returned 4/115, at the press conference here on Sunday. Its challenging and thats why its called a Test wicket. It doesnt happen every day as a bowler. You always think of dominating, but when you get a good wicket then its also very important how you come back. The way we bowled yesterday, we were in very good control but obviously, in one session there was a partnership so we got a little behind in the game. Indias openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal ensured there were no setbacks and reached 9/0 in 6.1 overs at stumps on day twos play against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Due to light conditions deteriorating hugely, it brought another early end to the day, with India trailing South Africa by 480 runs. It was a difficult wicket for the bowlers because I didnt feel that there was a lot of help in this wicket, even for fast bowlers it didnt seem like a lot of help. But yes, this is Test cricket and you should enjoy it. The more you learn, the more you mature, you shouldnt think so much about the wicket. Kuldeep Yadav finished with four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja claimed two apiece. Simon Harmer was the only South African batter not to reach double figures in an otherwise commanding display for the Proteas. The final session began with Siraj providing India the breakthrough they desperately needed when Muthusamy attempted for a hook, but failed to keep it down and was caught at fine leg, ending his career-best knock of 109 that had blunted India since he came out to bat at 201/5. Personally, I felt yesterday in the first session there was a bit of moisture in the wicket so I got a little bit of turn there. After that it was very good to bat on, said Yadav. There wasnt any turn yesterday as well as today. Jadeja and I have been talking about it but the wicket is very good to bat on. I mean, obviously its very good to have an attacking mindset but you have to understand how the wicket is playing and you cant just go attacking all the time and just leak runs, he said. Jansen continued to take charge - launching two towering sixes off Jadeja and taking a four and six off Siraj to push South Africa past 440, before Bumrah ripped out Simon Harmers off-stump. Jansen continued to find boundaries and also featured in a defiant last wicket stand with Keshav Maharaj for 18 runs. But Jansen fell agonisingly short of a maiden Test hundred - chopping on to a Kuldeep googly for 93. But his innings included seven sixes - the jointhighest tally in a knock for a lowerorder batter in India. With South Africa making a score more than any first-innings total to lose a Test in India, they have left themselves well-placed to push for a rare series win on Indian soil. Jansen continued to take charge - launching two towering sixes off Jadeja and taking a four and six off Siraj to push South Africa past 440, before Bumrah ripped out Simon Harmers off-stump. Jansen continued to find boundaries and also featured in a defiant last wicket stand with Keshav Maharaj for 18 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With Jansen and Wiaan Mulder being economical, India managed to be watchful till stumps arrived. With three days left in the game, pressure will be huge on India to level the series and save themselves from a second series loss at home in two years. Article Source: IANS
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Saifuddin, Ankon Return For Bangladesh's First Two T20Is Against Ireland
Mahidul Islam Ankon: Bangladesh have selected Mohammad Saifuddin and Mahidul Islam Ankon for the first two Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) of the forthcoming three-match series against Ireland, two changes from the squad that played the West Indies last month. Saifuddin returns to the shortest format after playing in the Afghanistan T20Is in Sharjah, where Bangladesh swept 3-0. Ankon, who has only played one Test and three ODIs and is uncapped in T20Is, now has a new chance to establish himself in Bangladesh's top order. Taskin Ahmed and Shamim Hossain were excluded because of obligations in the Abu Dhabi T10 league, according to chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain. Taskin has an NOC, so he is not available to us currently, Hossain said. We know that he will play for Bangladesh whenever we ask him to, but we are well aware of the plans. He added that Shamim Hossain was omitted to try out new options at the top of the order. We haven't considered Shamim Hossain for the first two T20Is. We have picked Mahidul Islam so that we can try someone in the top four. The entire three-match series will be played in Chattogram on November 27, 29 and December 2, as Bangladesh continue to fine-tune their T20I setup ahead of a busy 2025 calendar. He added that Shamim Hossain was omitted to try out new options at the top of the order. We haven't considered Shamim Hossain for the first two T20Is. We have picked Mahidul Islam so that we can try someone in the top four. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Litton Das (capt), Saif Hassan (vice-capt), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Nurul Hasan, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Really Special In Front Of Full House, Says Muthusamy After Maiden Ton
South Africa: South Africas Senuran Muthusamy seized the spotlight on Day 2 of the second Test between the Proteas and India here at the Barsapara Stadium with a brilliant maiden century that helped the visitors elevate their overnight score from 247/6 to 489 at the close of their first innings. He described it as a special moment to reach the three-figure mark at a packed ground and expressed satisfaction at contributing to the teams total. Muthusamy, who recently won the ICC Player of the Month award, received brilliant support from wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne (45 off 122) and Marco Jansen from the other end as the latter notched up 93 runs off 91 deliveries before falling short of a well-deserved century. Speaking to the broadcasters after the game, the batting all-rounder, who notched up 109 runs off 206 deliveries while batting at No. 7, said, It was a really special moment in front of this full house. I'm just glad that I could contribute to the team and really put some runs on the board in the first innings, which is always important. When asked about his strategy when he was in the middle, with the team having lost six wickets, he added, It was just to build partnerships and to really try and extend the innings and then score runs in between. I think Scholesy (Verreynne) did really well today and Marco was special. And the other guys chipped in as well, which was awesome. Jansen was terrific with the bat as he hit six fours and a massive seven sixes, leaving the Indian bowlers in trouble. His towering sixes helped him get into the nervous nineties, only before he was unluckily dismissed by Kuldeep Yadav. Muthusamy was all praises for the tall cricketer and lauded his six-hitting abilities, saying, Oh, it was incredible. I had the best seat in the house. That was special. Special ball striking. It was fantastic from him. It was awesome. Jansen was terrific with the bat as he hit six fours and a massive seven sixes, leaving the Indian bowlers in trouble. His towering sixes helped him get into the nervous nineties, only before he was unluckily dismissed by Kuldeep Yadav. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Around the noise and the emotion, I was just really disappointed. And when I was standing with Scholesy, I said, You know, it mightve just brushed my glove, I think I might be okay. And then when it came up on the DRS, it was fantastic that there was a little scratch on it. I did kind of feel something, but I think just with the emotion and the disappointment of being given out, it didn't register straightaway until a little bit later, he added. Article Source: IANS
KL Rahul To Captain India In ODIs Against South Africa, Pant, Jadeja, Gaikwad Return
With Jasprit Bumrah: Senior wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has been named captain of Indias ODI squad for the upcoming three-game series against South Africa, starting on November 30. The series will also see the return of Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Ruturaj Gaikwad into the 50-over set-up. IANS had previously reported on Sunday that due to Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer unavailable due to neck and spleen injuries respectively and recuperating under specialists care in Mumbai the leadership duties toss-up was between Rahul and Pant. IANS understands that Rahul being a first-choice player in the ODIs meant he got the nod to be Indias captain for the series against the Proteas ahead of Pant, whos leading India in the ongoing second Test in Guwahati. Rahul has captained India 12 times in ODIs from 2022 to 2023. He was also the captain when India beat South Africa in the 50-over series by 2-1 in 2023. Pant, meanwhile, makes a return to the ODI team as well after rehab for a fractured right foot prevented him from playing in the series against Australia last month, where India lost 2-1. With Gill unavailable, Yashasvi Jaiswal retains his place and could well open with Rohit Sharma against the Proteas. But he will face stiff competition from Gaikwad, who has been in scintillating form of late and is coming off hitting a century and a half-century in a three-match 50-over series against South Africa A in Rajkot. Left-handed batter Tilak Varma also makes a return after his last ODI came in December 2023, while Dhruv Jurel retains his spot. It will be interesting to see who between Pant, Varma and even Rahul could bat at four in Iyers absence. Veteran spin-bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who was left out of the three-game ODI series in Australia, has been included for the series at the expense of Axar Patel, who could feature in the subsequent five-match T20I series. Left-handed batter Tilak Varma also makes a return after his last ODI came in December 2023, while Dhruv Jurel retains his spot. It will be interesting to see who between Pant, Varma and even Rahul could bat at four in Iyers absence. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India squad: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, KL Rahul (captain & wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, and Dhruv Jurel Article Source: IANS
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Taijul And Murad Guide Bangladesh To 2-0 Series Sweep
Shakib Al Hasan: Hasan Murad broke Irelands stubborn resistance on the final day, securing Bangladeshs 217-run victory in the second Test in Dhaka on Sunday. Curtis Campher stood firm with an unbeaten 71 off 259 balls, and alongside Gavin Hoey, endured over 31 overs before Murad dismissed Hoey and No. 11 Matthew Humphreys with consecutive deliveries to seal a 2-0 series sweep. Murad and Taijul Islam each claimed four wickets, but the standout moment of the match belonged to Mushfiqur Rahim, who scored a century in his 100th Test. Taijul also reached a personal milestone, becoming the sixth left-arm spinner to pick up 250 Test wickets; he had earlier overtaken Shakib Al Hasans 246 to become Bangladeshs leading wicket-taker. Play had also been briefly halted on the third day due to an earthquake. Campher and Hoey batted with impressive calmness after lunch, stretching Bangladeshs frustration as they ensured Ireland survived 59.3 overs on the fifth day despite several moments of danger. Campher displayed solid defence from the start, while Jordan Neill at the other end struck multiple boundaries, including a lofted six off Murad. Litton Das put down a chance when Neill was on 23, but Mehidy Hasan Miraz eventually beat Neills forward push to disturb the stumps. Campher reached his fifty with a straight six and continued to resist with disciplined batting. Ireland began the final day on 176 for 6, with four wickets in hand. Bangladeshs spinners made the most of friendlier conditions after their batters had used the surface during the morning session. Openers Andy Balbirnie and Paul Stirling fell early, leaving Harry Tector to anchor the scoring with a well-made 50 before he was caught by Mushfiqur, who held a tumbling catch. Campher displayed solid defence from the start, while Jordan Neill at the other end struck multiple boundaries, including a lofted six off Murad. Litton Das put down a chance when Neill was on 23, but Mehidy Hasan Miraz eventually beat Neills forward push to disturb the stumps. Campher reached his fifty with a straight six and continued to resist with disciplined batting. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Bangladesh 476 (Litton Das 128, Mushfiqur Rahim 106; Andy McBrine 6-109, Gavin Hoey 2-115) & 297/4 dec (Mominul Haque 87, Shadman Islam 78; Gavin Hoey 2-84, Jordan Neill 1-48) beat Ireland 265 (Lorcan Tucker 75, Jordan Neill 49; Taijul Islam 4-76, Khaled Ahmed 2-39) & 291 (Curtis Campher 71*, Harry Tector 50; Hasan Murad 4-44, Taijul Islam 4-104) by 217 runs. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Rahul, Jaiswal Help India Escape Unscathed After Muthusamy-Jansen Take SA To 489
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Indias openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal ensured there were no setbacks and reached 9/0 in 6.1 overs at stumps on day twos play against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Due to light conditions deteriorating hugely, it brought another early end to the day, with India trailing South Africa by 480 runs. Previously, South Africa posted a formidable 489 in their first innings, thanks to Senuran Muthusamys 109 his maiden Test century and Marco Jansens explosive 93. The duos career best scores in Tests took them to a commanding total and put them in a good position to draw the game. Indias innings began with Rahul and Jaiswal negotiating the new ball with composure. The hosts got their first boundary when Marco Jansen bowled down leg and Jaiswal flicked him through square leg. With Jansen and Wiaan Mulder being economical, India managed to be watchful till stumps arrived. With three days left in the game, pressure will be huge on India to level the series and save themselves from a second series loss at home in two years. Previously, Muthusamy showcased his ability to bat sensibly, a trait he had displayed in Rawalpindi and Chattogram before, to hit a superb century laced with 10 fours and two sixes. Jansen, meanwhile, hit a sparkling 93 and used his long levers well to smash six fours and seven sixes to put South Africa in a strong position of winning the match. For India, left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav finished with four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja claimed two apiece. Simon Harmer was the only South African batter not to reach double figures in an otherwise commanding display for the Proteas. The final session began with Siraj providing India the breakthrough they desperately needed when Muthusamy attempted for a hook, but failed to keep it down and was caught at fine leg, ending his career-best knock of 109 that had blunted India since he came out to bat at 201/5. Jansen continued to take charge - launching two towering sixes off Jadeja and taking a four and six off Siraj to push South Africa past 440, before Bumrah ripped out Simon Harmers off-stump. Jansen continued to find boundaries and also featured in a defiant last wicket stand with Keshav Maharaj for 18 runs. The final session began with Siraj providing India the breakthrough they desperately needed when Muthusamy attempted for a hook, but failed to keep it down and was caught at fine leg, ending his career-best knock of 109 that had blunted India since he came out to bat at 201/5. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 in 151.1 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 109, Marco Jansen 93; Kuldeep Yadav 4-115, Jasprit Bumrah 2-75) lead India 9/0 in 6.1 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 7 not out, KL Rahul 2 not out) by 480 runs. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Muthusamys 109, Jansens 93 Take South Africa To 489 Against India
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Thanks to Senuran Muthusamys composed 109 and Marco Jansens blistering 93, South Africa went from a precarious 247/6 overnight to posting 489 on day twos play in the second Test against India here at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. While Muthusamy showcased his ability to bat sensibly, a trait he had displayed in Rawalpindi and Chattogram before, to hit 109 his first Test century laced with 10 fours and two sixes, Jansen hit a sparkling 93 and used his long levers well to smash six fours and seven sixes to put South Africa in a strong position of winning the match. For India, left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav finished with four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja claimed two apiece. Simon Harmer was the only South African batter not to reach double figures in an otherwise commanding display for the Proteas. The final session started with Mohammed Siraj providing India with the breakthrough they desperately needed when Muthusamy attempted a hook but failed to keep it down and was caught at fine leg, ending his career-best innings of 109 that had stabilised India since he came out to bat at 201/5. Jansen kept dominating, launching two towering sixes off Ravindra Jadeja and hitting a four and a six off Siraj to push South Africa past 440, before Jasprit Bumrah ripped out Simon Harmers off-stump. Jansen persisted in finding boundaries and also partook in a resilient last wicket stand with Keshav Maharaj for 18 runs. The final session started with Mohammed Siraj providing India with the breakthrough they desperately needed when Muthusamy attempted a hook but failed to keep it down and was caught at fine leg, ending his career-best innings of 109 that had stabilised India since he came out to bat at 201/5. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 489 in 151.1 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 109, Marco Jansen 93; Kuldeep Yadav 4-115, Jasprit Bumrah 2-75) against India Article Source: IANS
Rajasthan Royals Have Approached MCA For Hosting IPL 2026 Games In Pune, Reveals Secretary
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Just a week after it emerged that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been in discussions with the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) to host their IPL 2026 home fixtures in Pune, secretary Adv. Kamlesh Pisal has disclosed that Rajasthan Royals (RR) too have expressed interest in hosting some of their home matches at the MCA Stadium. RCB had also approached us for hosting their IPL 2026 home games, and the discussions are still ongoing with them. Now, the Rajasthan Royals have approached us for hosting their home games in IPL 2026. They had come to Pune recently, inspected the stadium, done the recce around it and have also shown willingness to host a part of their home matches here. Now it is left with the BCCI to confirm the venue and which teams matches it will host in IPL 2026, Pisal told IANS on Sunday. RRs decision to move some of their home matches away from their primary venue at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur arises from ongoing disagreements with the Rajasthan Cricket Association. As IPL 2008 winners, RR also have an alternative home ground at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, where they will host a few fixtures in the 2026 season. Tensions escalated in IPL 2025 when an RCA official levelled match-fixing allegations against the franchise, something which they categorically denied while calling for strict action against the individual concerned. It is understood that, with two IPL teams willing to host games in Pune, the association is in contemplation mode and a final decision is expected in the coming days. Tensions escalated in IPL 2025 when an RCA official levelled match-fixing allegations against the franchise, something which they categorically denied while calling for strict action against the individual concerned. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Apart from hosting mens international matches across all formats, including the 2023 Mens ODI World Cup and the Womens T20 Challenge, the MCA Stadium has also served as the home ground for Pune Warriors India, Rising Pune Supergiant, and Punjab Kings at various times during the 2010s IPL seasons. The MCA Stadium in Pune will also host an AR Rahman concert, scheduled to begin at 5 pm on Sunday. Article Source: IANS
India Win Inaugural Womens T20 World Cup Cricket For Blind
T20 World Cup Cricket: The Indian womens blind cricket team scripted history by winning the first-ever Womens T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind after a dominant seven-wicket victory against Nepal in the final held in Colombo. The success marked a perfect campaign where India remained unbeaten, demonstrating complete dominance throughout the tournament. Opting to field first after winning the toss, India limited Nepal to 114 for 5 in their 20 overs. The chase was nothing short of clinical as India surpassed the target in just 12.1 overs with 47 balls to spare. Khula Sharir emerged as the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 44 off 27 balls, including four boundaries, to guide India home comfortably. The victory comes barely three weeks after the Indian womens team defeated South Africa in Navi Mumbai -two landmark wins that highlight the rising status of womens cricket in the country, both in mainstream and visually impaired categories. In the semi-final, India secured a commanding nine-wicket victory over Australia, while Nepal advanced to the final by narrowly defeating Pakistan in the other last-four encounter. The T20 tournament, a six-team event including India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the USA, started on November 11 in New Delhi. Following a few matches in Bengaluru, the knockout stages shifted to Colombo, Sri Lanka. Indias Road to the title: Defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets Defeated Australia by 209 runs Defeated Nepal by 85 runs Defeated the United States by 10 wickets Defeated Pakistan by 8 wickets Semifinal: Defeated Australia by 9 wickets Defeated Pakistan by 8 wickets Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias emphatic title run not only underscores their consistency but also marks a significant milestone for blind cricket, paving the way for greater recognition and development of the sport in the coming years. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Muthusamys Century, Jansens Fifty Take South Africa To 428/7
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Batting all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy hit his first Test century while Marco Jansen smashed a counter-attacking fifty to lead South Africa to 428/7 in 137 overs at lunch on day two of the second Test against India at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. In a session where 112 runs were made in 26 overs, Muthusamys landmark was particularly significant, as he became just the second visiting batter in the last 15 years after fellow Proteas player Quinton de Kock - to score a Test hundred after coming in at number seven in India. He showcased his ability to bat sensibly on a warm afternoon in Guwahati, a trait he had displayed in Rawalpindi and Chattogram before. The partnership of 94 off 99 balls between Muthusamy, whos not out on 107 and Jansen, unbeaten on 51, has put South Africa firmly on course for a 500plus total against a tiring Indian bowling line-up. Jansens spirited counterattack was complemented by Muthusamy shifting gears after a patient start to his knock. Indias hopes of making a quick breakthrough in the second session were dented early as Muthusamy drove Jasprit Bumrah for four, before India lost a review for a catch off Kyle Verreynne down leg. The breakthrough eventually came in the 121st over when Ravindra Jadeja bowled one quicker and wider and enticed Verreynne to go for a big shot, and was stumped by Rishabh Pant for 45. His fall meant his 88run stand with Muthusamy came to an end. That wicket sparked a shift in South Africas approach, as Jansen launched a nolook six off Jadeja, while Muthusamy followed with a six hit over long-on off Washington Sundar. Jansen then tore into the spinners - striking Jadeja for six and four, before carting Kuldeep Yadav for two maximums. Indias hopes of making a quick breakthrough in the second session were dented early as Muthusamy drove Jasprit Bumrah for four, before India lost a review for a catch off Kyle Verreynne down leg. The breakthrough eventually came in the 121st over when Ravindra Jadeja bowled one quicker and wider and enticed Verreynne to go for a big shot, and was stumped by Rishabh Pant for 45. His fall meant his 88run stand with Muthusamy came to an end. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 428/7 in 137 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 107 not out, Marco Jansen 51 not out; Kuldeep Yadav 3-110, Ravindra Jadeja 2-78) against India. Article Source: IANS
How Boland sparked another Ashes nightmare for England
He had gone for more than a run-a-ball in the first innings but found his length second time around
Agarkar & Co. Slated To Meet In Mumbai To Select Indias Squads For White-ball Games Against SA
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: The senior mens selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is scheduled to convene in Mumbai on Sunday to select Indias squads for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa, said sources to IANS. Agarkar, along with RP Singh and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, were in Guwahati on Saturday to attend day one of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium. But IANS understands that the trio left for Mumbai from Guwahati on Sunday for the selection committee meeting at the BCCI headquarters. Yes, the selection meeting is today in Mumbai, after being initially presumed that it would happen in Guwahati. It is understood that other members are also travelling to Mumbai for it, further said the sources. Following the conclusion of the two-match Test series, India will play against South Africa in three ODIs, to be played in Ranchi, Raipur and Visakhapatnam and five T20Is set to take place in Cuttack, New Chandigarh, Dharamsala, Lucknow and Ahmedabad. The discussion in the Agarkar-led panel is expected to centre a lot on who could lead the side for the ODI series against the Proteas. Theres a leadership vacuum in the 50-over set-up as captain Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer are unavailable due to neck and spleen injuries. With Gill also consulting Mumbai-based spinal surgeon Dr Abhay Nene for his neck injury recovery, it also puts him as a doubtful starter for the T20Is against South Africa, starting on December 9. IANS understands that theres a leadership toss-up between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, with more discussions expected to happen in the selection committees meeting. Rahul has led India previously in ODIs and was the captain when the side beat South Africa in the 50-over series in 2023. Pant, on the other hand, is captaining India in the ongoing second Test in Guwahati, but hasnt been a first-choice starter in the 50-over set-up due to Rahuls presence. In Gills absence, Yashasvi Jaiswal could partner with Rohit Sharma at the top. IANS understands that theres a leadership toss-up between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant, with more discussions expected to happen in the selection committees meeting. Rahul has led India previously in ODIs and was the captain when the side beat South Africa in the 50-over series in 2023. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For the T20I series against the Proteas, barring Gill, the majority of the squad is likely to be on the expected lines. It would be interesting to see if Hardik Pandya is included, with the seam-bowling all-rounder on rehab mode for a quad injury recovery at the BCCI CoE in Bengaluru. Article Source: IANS
Pakistan vs Zimbabwe, 4th T20I- Who will win today PAK vs ZIM match?
PAK vs ZIM , 4th T20I , Cricket Tips :The tri-series in Pakistan will host its fourth game as the hosts will take on Zimbabwe in this game. It will be played on Sunday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, starting at 6:30 PM IST. These two teams have already faced each other earlier. Pakistan won that game with some good contributions from Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan and Mohammad Nawaz. For Zimbabwe, the main challenge will be with the bat. They have failed to put on good totals, which has gone against them. Hence, they will be keen to start well with the bat. PAK vs ZIM: Match Details Date : November 23, 2025 (Sunday) Time : 6:30 PM IST Venue : Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium PAK vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can watch the live action of the upcoming game on Sunday on the Sports TV YouTube channel. PAK vs ZIM: Head-to-Head Total Matches : 22 Pakistan : 19 Zimbabwe : 03 No - result / Tied : 00 PAK vs ZIM: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Rawalpindi has variable bounce, and the ball is sticking into the surface. As seen in recent games, some balls have skidded, especially under lights. The wicket is good for chasing, as teams have enjoyed more success here batting second. Spinners will have more assistance, and for pacers it is about using more cutters or slower ones. PAK vs ZIM: Possible XIs Pakistan : Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (wk), Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed Zimbabwe : Sikandar Raza (c), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Ryan Burl, Brian Bennett, Brendan Taylor (wk), Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Tinotenda Maposa, Graeme Cremer PAK vs ZIM: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Sahibzada Farhan played a good innings in the last game. He will be pumped up and will look to take his form forward. For Zimbabwe, a lot will depend on how Brian Bennett performs at the top. Probable Best Bowler Mohammad Nawaz has bowled two match-winning spells and won consecutive MOTM in this tri-series. Meanwhile, Brad Evans has the most wickets in this tri-series and is bowling pretty well. Today Match Prediction : Zimbabwe can put Pakistan under pressure if they can start well. But Pakistan have been very good in both departments. We predict Pakistan to win this game. PAK vs ZIM Match 4th T20I, Today Match PAK vs ZIM, PAK vs ZIM Prediction, PAK vs ZIM Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between Pakistan vs Zimbabwe Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
New Delhi: Former England captain Alastair Cook has urged the Ben Stokes-led side to reconsider their decision not to play the pink-ball Test against the Prime Ministers XI after the teams loss in the Ashes opener on Saturday in Perth. The highly anticipated first Test of the Ashes series between arch-rivals Australia and England concluded in just two days as the hosts clinched an eight-wicket win to go one up. Ahead of the second Test in Brisbanes Gabba, the England Lions will play a two-day pink-ball Test against the Prime Ministers XI, and Cook, like several other pundits, opined that the senior mens team shall play the game rather than the Lions. Writing in his Sunday Times column, Cook, who finished as Englands leading run-scorer in their last Ashes win in Australia in 2010-11, stated, In this situation, I would want to go and play in the pink-ball game against the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra, not just leave it to the Lions players. It can be an uncomfortable decision as you are opening yourself up to failing again, but putting yourself under pressure can have long-term benefits. However much you practise in the nets, you cannot replicate the feeling of time in the middle. The highly anticipated first Test of the Ashes series between arch-rivals Australia and England concluded in just two days as the hosts clinched an eight-wicket win to go one up. Ahead of the second Test in Brisbanes Gabba, the England Lions will play a two-day pink-ball Test against the Prime Ministers XI, and Cook, like several other pundits, opined that the senior mens team shall play the game rather than the Lions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score That's how it was done a long time ago. We prepare incredibly well. We work incredibly hard every single day that we get the opportunity to work on our game, and that's what we'll keep on doing because we believe and we trust in our process. If the results don't go the way in our favour, that's not going to differ from that (sic) because, hand on heart, we know that we put every little bit or ounce of ourselves into our training, and we know and believe that this is the best way for this team to operate, Stokes had told reporters after the game. Article Source: IANS
Campher resists with half-century; Bangladesh two wickets away from win
Ireland went to lunch with 263 for 8 on the board, still 246 to get on the final day
Ashes: Stokes Focusing On getting The Group Back Up For Brisbane After Heavy Defeat In 1st Test
Ben Stokes: England captain Ben Stokes emphasised the importance of allowing the hurt and frustration from a heavy defeat to Australia in the first Ashes Test to persist before turning attention to Brisbane. Stokes and Co. lost the first Test of the Ashes series on Saturday, with the game ending in just two days and the hosts clinching an eight-wicket win. The shell-shocked English skipper, who called Travis Heads match-winning 123 pretty incredible, said he would wake up on Sunday with a focus on boosting Englands morale. Weve been in situations before where we have been behind in series, so our attitude that stands out that allows us to move on to the next game through good and through bad, Stokes told reporters after the conclusion of the Ashes opener here at the Perth Stadium. Were a very good team at, I think, dealing with emotions when we need to think about what we have got coming up next. (And) Im a pretty level-headed person in terms of success and failure, so Ill wake up in the morning and still be incredibly disappointed. But all of my focus and all of my energy will be going into getting the group back up and moving our thoughts and what we need to do onto Brisbane, he added. He remains confident that England, who seemed in control of the opening Test by leading by over 100 runs with nine wickets remaining at lunch, will not carry any baggage into the Gabba Test despite the remarkable turnaround on Saturday afternoon. Obviously, there is disappointment and a lot that you come off the field with when being on the losing side. So thats up to myself (and) it is up to Baz (Brendon McCullum) and some of the other senior guys, who have had a lot of experience in big series like these. Youve got to let your emotions sink in and it has got to hurt, he said. But you have also then got to get rid of them as quickly as you possibly can while also learning from it, because when we get to Brisbane, we need to be back up to that mindset of how we came into the series before this game. We are still very confident in our abilities and in achieving our goal. It is going to be crucial not taking any baggage from this result into Brisbane, because we need to win that one, Stokes added. Stokes insisted that England's aggressive 'Bazball' batting style is the right approach, despite dramatic collapses in both innings. Several players were caught out in the open with ambitious shot-making. However, he believes that the innings by Head, among others, proved there is value in attacking cricket, stating that the most successful batsmen were those who embraced an aggressive approach. But you have also then got to get rid of them as quickly as you possibly can while also learning from it, because when we get to Brisbane, we need to be back up to that mindset of how we came into the series before this game. We are still very confident in our abilities and in achieving our goal. It is going to be crucial not taking any baggage from this result into Brisbane, because we need to win that one, Stokes added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The way in which 19 wickets fell on Day 1, we were more proactive with our approach of scoring those runs, hence how we managed to come away with a 50-run lead. Obviously it would have been nice to have a bigger lead going into our last bowling innings, but we were very confident about our ability to keep Australia restricted to under 200 and win the game, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Muthusamy Hits Unbeaten 56 As South Africa Reach 316/6 At Tea
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: All-rounder Senuran Muthusamy remained steadfast, scoring an unbeaten 56 off 131 balls as South Africa reached 316/6 in 111 overs at tea on the second day of the second Test against India at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Alongside Kyle Verreynne, not out on 38 off 94 balls, Muthusamy frustrated Indias attack through a composed, unbroken 70-run partnership. The duo appeared largely untroubled against pace and spin and ensured the series experienced its first wicketless session. Unlike their batting colleagues, who fell on day one to expansive strokes, the duo showed restraint and were content to grind out time against Indias attack. Muthusamy, whose forefathers hail from Tamil Nadu, appeared very assured and composed, acting like a Sensei, scoring mainly through the square of the wicket and ensuring India were unable to make a breakthrough. He also benefited from fortunate moments - when an outside edge off Jasprit Bumrah fell short of KL Rahul at slip, and later when a missed lbw decision against Ravindra Jadeja was overturned after ball tracking showed a faint edge off the glove. Resuming from 247/6, Verreynne lifted South Africa past the 250-mark by rolling his wrists to pull Mohammed Siraj for four, before he and Muthusamy found a boundary off Kuldeep. Despite India introducing Ravindra Jadeja into the bowling attack, it failed to produce a breakthrough as Verreynne late-cut him twice for boundaries. Muthusamy survived a dramatic moment on 48 when he was given out lbw by on-field umpire Rod Tucker while sweeping off Jadeja. The all-rounder managed to turn the decision in his favour as UltraEdge revealed the faintest edge off the glove. Muthusamy went on to reach his third Test half-century off 121 balls and become the first batter in this innings to pass fifty. Resuming from 247/6, Verreynne lifted South Africa past the 250-mark by rolling his wrists to pull Mohammed Siraj for four, before he and Muthusamy found a boundary off Kuldeep. Despite India introducing Ravindra Jadeja into the bowling attack, it failed to produce a breakthrough as Verreynne late-cut him twice for boundaries. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 316/6 in 111 overs (Senuran Muthusamy 56 not out, Tristan Stubbs 49; Kuldeep Yadav 3-72, Jasprit Bumrah 1-43) against India Article Source: IANS
Michael Vaughan: 'Amateurish' if England don't play PM's XI fixture
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2nd Test: Done A Lot Of Hardwork Yesterday, Hopefully We Can Get Firing, Says Morkel
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: India bowling coach Morne Morkel said the team had put in plenty of effort on day one of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium and hoped the bowlers could make early inroads on day two. Indias disciplined attack persisted hard to keep South Africa to 247/6 on day one of the game they need to win to level the two-game series 1-1. Obviously to get those wickets as early as possible, to start with a good energy, good body language. Now for me, my main focus, because we're chasing the win here, is just to play it hour by hour, session by session, and really control what we can control. That is getting the ball in the right area, staying calm when there's a partnership. But important that we start well this morning. We've done a lot of hard work yesterday, so hopefully we can get firing, Morkel told broadcasters ahead of day twos play. Asked about yesterdays bowling efforts, Morkel said, Yesterday I felt was a traditional day of Test match cricket. A good surface, hard work with the ball to break up those partnerships. But I thought we did really well in controlling the scoring rate in that second session. To pick up those wickets in the third session, and get them six down was a solid effort. Quizzed about what are the chats with bowlers in intervals during a day of Test match cricket, Morkel explained, I think it all depends on the situation. Normally at the break we'll just show them the pitch maps, or have a small conversation and give them options to batter. But like you said, they're seasoned, they're experienced, they know what to do, how to go about their business. I think as a bowling unit we've grown a lot over this year - understanding situations and bowling while in partnerships, I think that for me is the key here in India. If you can create pressure from both ends, you give yourself an opportunity. These guys always go out and they give 100 percent, and sometimes you just have to say, listen, what is important here in front of us, and we play the situation slightly better. Quizzed about what are the chats with bowlers in intervals during a day of Test match cricket, Morkel explained, I think it all depends on the situation. Normally at the break we'll just show them the pitch maps, or have a small conversation and give them options to batter. But like you said, they're seasoned, they're experienced, they know what to do, how to go about their business. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think as soon as we can, or the more, we can keep the stumps in play, and play around with our pace and asking questions, there's always opportunities here on these surfaces, getting the ball in the right area with energy behind the ball, I think that is key. But they're masters of their craft, and for me, I'm learning a lot from them. Article Source: IANS
England Slammed As 'Brainless' After First Ashes Test Capitulation
A stunned England woke Sunday to savage criticism after their meek capitulation in the first Ashes Test, branded brainless and damaged by former greats after their cavalier approach backfired. Ben Stokes's men lost the opening battle in Perth by eight wickets inside two days on the back of batting collapses and Travis Head slamming a sensational 69-ball century. Since last claiming an Ashes series in Australia 15 years ago, they have now lost 14 Tests, drawn two and won none Down Under. England had a perfect opportunity to snap the dire streak and earn a psychological advantage heading into the day-night second Test in Brisbane on December 4. But after reaching 160-5 the tourists lost five wickets for 12 runs to be bowled out for 172 on day one before regaining the advantage after dismissing Australia for 132. They were on track for a big lead after reaching 65-1 in their second innings, but again threw away five wickets in quick succession to leave Australia chasing 205 which they achieved with ease. Leading into Perth, Stokes called the former players who had criticised England's low-key build up as has-beens -- and that came back to bite him. Well, from this has-been the message is simple: when you keep throwing away Test matches by doing the same stupid things, it is impossible to take you seriously, batting great Geoffrey Boycott said in a newspaper column. They never learn, because they never listen to anyone outside their own bubble, because they truly believe their own publicity. Now it has bitten them in an Ashes Test, the biggest challenge of all, and unless they mount a spectacular comeback, they will regret it for a very long time. It is simple. Brainless batting and bowling lost England the match. Former captain Michael Vaughan also had some choice words, suggesting the manner of the loss will leave mental scars. This is going to hurt England, it's going to damage them I think, he told broadcasters. They have the tools to be really competitive, but you can't be competitive without brains. Stokes admitted the team was shell-shocked and he and coach Brendon McCullum had a big job ahead to lift their players. When we get to Brisbane we need to be back up to that mindset of how we came into this game, still very confident of our abilities and achieving the goal, he said. It's crucial not be taking any baggage from this result into Brisbane. They are facing an ominous task in Brisbane where England have won just twice since World War II, but another former England captain is not yet ready to throw in the towel. They need to remember they played a lot of good cricket in this game, and remember that when you get ahead be ruthless and smart, Nasser Hussain told Sky Sports. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It is a mountain to climb for England but they have a lot of character and a captain with a lot of character. They are going to need that.
Melbourne Renegades spinners rout Sydney Thunder to boost title defence
The home side were skittled for just 64 with only two batters reaching double figures
Two-day Test could cost Cricket Australia millions
CA had earmarked the Ashes to help balance the budget but if short Tests become the theme it may prove difficult
T20I Tri-series: Sahibzada Farhan, Mohd Nawaz Help Pakistan Beat Sri Lanka By Seven Wickets
T20I Tri: Sahibzada Farhan scored an unbeaten half-century after a clinical display by their bowlers, led by Mohammad Nawaz, who helped Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by seven wickets for their second consecutive win in the Tri-nation T20I series here on Saturday. Sahibzada Farhan struck an unbeaten 80 off 45 balls to help Pakistan chase the target of 129 in 15.3 overs as the hosts rose to the top of the standings after their bowlers had earlier restricted Sri Lanka to 128/7 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium here. Pakistan will now take on Zimbabwe at the same venue on Sunday in the fourth match of the series, which will secure their place in the final of the tournament. In pursuit of the target, opening batters Farhan and Saim Ayub (20, 18b, 4x4) provided their team a blistering start, raising 47 runs for the opening wicket partnership in five overs before the latter departed, stumped by Kusal Mendis off skipper Dasun Shanaka. While scoring his 20, Saim became just the ninth Pakistan batter to cross the 1,000 T20I runs landmark during the outing. Farhan then raised 69 runs for the second-wicket partnership with former skipper Babar Azam (16, 22b, 1x6) in which he contributed 53 runs, also bringing up his sixth T20I half-century off 33 balls. With Dushmantha Chameera striking twice on consecutive balls, Sahibzada Farhan kept his charge going and ended by hitting the winning runs in style with a boundary in the 16th over. The right-handed opening batter struck six fours and five sixes, also becoming the first Pakistan batter to hit 100 or more sixes in T20Is in a year. Earlier, Sri Lanka got off to a flying start with Kamil Mishara hitting two fours and as many sixes before departing in the fourth over with 32 runs on the board. Sri Lankas progress was further hampered in the subsequent when Mohammad Wasim Jnrs brilliant throw from third run out Kusal Mendis. Sri Lanka slumped to 65/3 at the halfway mark, and things turned from bad to worse as they slipped to 78/5 in the 12th over, when player of the match Mohammad Nawaz removed Kusal Perera (25, 19b, 2x4, 1x6) and Dasun Shanaka on consecutive deliveries. Nawaz returned to remove Kamindu Mendis in the 14th over as Sri Lanka slipped to 86/6. Janith Liyanage, who top scored for Sri Lanka with 41 off 38 balls, hitting three fours and one six, then forged a 31-ball 35-run seventh-wicket stand with Wanindu Hasaranga (11, 12b, 1x4) as they took Sri Lanka to 128-7 in 20 overs. While Nawaz starred with 3-16 in four overs, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Mirza, and Abrar Ahmed claimed one wicket each. Janith Liyanage, who top scored for Sri Lanka with 41 off 38 balls, hitting three fours and one six, then forged a 31-ball 35-run seventh-wicket stand with Wanindu Hasaranga (11, 12b, 1x4) as they took Sri Lanka to 128-7 in 20 overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sri Lanka 128/7 in 20 overs (Janith Liyanage 41 not out, Kusal Perera 25, Kamil Mishara 22; Mohammad Nawaz 3-16) lost to Pakistan 131/3 in 15.3 overs (Sahibzada Farhan 80 not out, Saim Ayub 20; Dushmantha Chameera 2-29) by seven wickets Article Source: IANS
Sanju Samson Included In Kerala Senior Team For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India white-ball player Sanju Samson will lead the Kerala senior men's cricket team in the BCCI Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26 (Elite Group-A, League Stage) cricket tournament to be played at Lucknow from November 26 to December 8, 2025. The Kerala Cricket Association informed in a release that Sanju Samson will be the captain of the squad, which will leave for Lucknow on November 22, 2025, from Indore. Samson, who recently joined five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings from Rajasthan Royals in a trade that involved Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran going the other way in the biggest trade this season, was part of the Indian squad at the recent Asia Cup T20 that India won in the UAE a few months back. Samson will be hoping to maintain his recent form ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The squad coached by former India batter Amay Khurasiya also includes Vignesh Puthur, who was recently released by the Mumbai Indians. Also among other prominent players are Mohammed Azharuddeen M and Rohan S Kunnummal. The Kerala squad: Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Sibin P Gireesh, Krishna Prasad, Saly V Samson, Vignesh Puthur, Salman Nizar. Sanju V Samson (C)(WK), Rohan S Kunnummal, Mohammed Azharuddeen M (WK), Ahammed Imran (VC), Vishnu Vinod (WK), Nidheesh M.D, Asif KM, Akhil Scaria, Biju Narayanan N., Ankit Sharma, Krishna Devan R.J, Abdul Bazith P.A, Sharafuddeen N.M, Also Read: Live Cricket Score P Prasanth - Chairman of the Selection Committee will accompany the team. Article Source: IANS
Australian Open badminton: Lakshya Sen defeats Chou Tien Chen, reaches final
Sen, who is still chasing his first title of the season, started the match under pressure as Chen took an early lead of 4-0 and entered the break with a score of 11-6. The Indian tried to reduce the deficit but Chen clinched the game 21-17.
Strikers seal last-over thriller after Devine 49* and Edgar four-for
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India Beat Australia To Storm Into The Final Of Womens T20 World Cup Cricket For Blind
T20 World Cup Cricket: India delivered a powerhouse performance at the iconic P. Sara Oval, storming into the final of the 1st Womens T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind with a dominant nine-wicket win over Australia. Earlier, in a commanding display of precision and confidence, India overpowered the USA in Match 6, securing their fourth consecutive win and earning a direct berth in the semifinals. USA, choosing to bat first, posted 60/8 in 20 overs, with resilient knocks from Tatyana (17 off 41, B2) and Caroline (12 off 26, B2). Indias disciplined bowling unit Simranjeet Kour (B2), Sunita Srathe (B2), Simu Das (B1), and Ganga Kadam (B3) kept tight control over the innings, supported by alert fielding that produced multiple run-outs, each bowler claiming one wicket. Chasing 61 in the Sri Lanka capital, India produced an emphatic and unbeaten performance, finishing the match in just 3.3 overs. B2 batter Simranjeet Kour, later named Player of the Match, dominated with a blistering 31 off 12 balls*, while B3 batter Kavya N.R added a swift 21 off 12* to seal the chase with authority. Indias clinical execution across B1, B2, and B3 categories stood in poignant contrast to the spirited determination of the young USA team a team closely nurtured and deeply cherished by Samarthanam USA and CABI. The innings was anchored by Player of the Match Basanti Hansda, whose composure and class defined Indias chase. Chasing 61 in the Sri Lanka capital, India produced an emphatic and unbeaten performance, finishing the match in just 3.3 overs. B2 batter Simranjeet Kour, later named Player of the Match, dominated with a blistering 31 off 12 balls*, while B3 batter Kavya N.R added a swift 21 off 12* to seal the chase with authority. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The inauguration of the event witnessed the presence of several eminent dignitaries from politics, diplomacy, corporate and sports sectors, who will join hands to encourage and celebrate the inspiring women athletes representing the visually impaired community. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: Kuldeep Picks Three As Persistent India Keep South Africa To 247/6 (ld)
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Kuldeep Yadavs threewicket haul became the standout bowling effort on the opening day of the firstever Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, as a persistent India restricted South Africa to 247/6 in 81.5 overs before bad light forced stumps to arrive early on day one. The leftarm wrist-spinner returned figures of 3-48, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja took a wicket each as India got rewarded for their persistence by picking four wickets in the final session. On a good red soil batting pitch, all South African batters got good starts, but none went on to a halfcentury. Each time the batters looked to accelerate, India were sharp enough to seize the opportunity and pick scalps, thus ensuring the visitors never fully ran away with opening day honours. With South Africa now into their lower order, India will aim to wrap up the innings quickly on Day Two. In the morning, after electing to bat first, Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton ensured South Africa had a steady start against new ball bowlers Bumrah and Siraj. The duo got decent carry and swing, though two sets of byes went against wicketkeeper and skipper Rishabh Pants name. Though the atmosphere was subdued at Indias newest Test venue due to sparse attendance, which was in complete contrast to the wellattended Eden Gardens Test last week, Bumrah and Siraj continued to keep the openers in check. Markram finally opened his account with a solid punch off Bumrah for four, before surviving a scare on four when Rahul dropped his catch at slip. With Siraj bowling touch too full and wide, Markram and Rickelton scored a few boundaries off him, as South Africa reached 34/0 at the first drinks break. Nitish Kumar Reddy struggled for consistency -- drifting onto the pads too often and conceding boundaries to Markram, while Kuldeep and Washington Sundar found some turn and bounce, though Rickelton got streaky boundaries off them. Captain Pants decision to bring Bumrah late in the session to deliver the breakthrough paid off when he had Markram chopping on to his stumps for 38, and Rahul, who had earlier spilt a chance of him, had a smile full of relief on his face as India finally had a wicket before tea break. The second session began with a bang for India as Yadav got a flighted delivery to drift in before spinning away, and the outside edge on Rickeltons attempted drive was safely pouched by Pant, as South Africa suddenly lost both of their set batters in quick succession. After some quiet time, Temba Bavuma began by thumping Kuldeep over mid-on for four, before Tristan Stubbs got an outside edge off Siraj going for a boundary. Bavuma took on Siraj by pulling and punching him for successive boundaries, before Stubbs danced down the pitch to loft Kuldeep over long-on for six. Though Kuldeep and Jadeja tested the duo, it was of little effect as Bavuma, who survived an lbw appeal off the latter and forced India to burn a review on him, and Stubbs remained rock solid. With little assistance on offer for the spinners, India reverted to pace from both ends, and that didnt result in a change of fortunes as runs continued to flow. India had a bit of a scare when Siraj suffered a knock on his knee during a midpitch collision with Stubbs, who was rushing through for a quick single. Stubbs was the first player to check on Siraj, before physio Kamlesh Jain came out with an ice pack to nurse the fast bowler. After two to three minutes of treatment, Siraj was back on his feet, and play resumed. The sparse crowd swelled marginally as the second session unfolded, with South Africa holding firm against disciplined Indian bowling. It was classic Test cricket, marked by resolute batting from Bavuma and Stubbs, as 74 runs came in the second session. India were rewarded for their persistence after lunch as Jadeja removed Bavuma, who fell for 41 off 92 balls, attempting to loft over extra cover but instead chipped to midoff. Bavumas dismissal ended his steady 84run stand with Stubbs. The breakthrough could have come earlier when Bavuma chanced a risky single in the second over after the lunch interval. But substitute fielder Devdutt Padikkal failed to gather cleanly at square leg, allowing Stubbs to escape. After India continued to bowl probing lines on a surface offering little assistance, Kuldeep managed to dismiss Stubbs for 49 when the batter looked to defend, but the delivery bounced a fraction more and held its line, with Rahul taking a sharp catch at first slip. South Africas inexperience in Indian conditions was further exposed when Kuldeep lured Wiaan Mulder into playing a big shot on a generously tossedup delivery that dipped, and with not much elevation in the shot, it made for a straightforward catch to midoff. For a short while, Indias disciplined bowling was quelled by Tony de Zorzi and Senuran Muthusamy, hitting seven boundaries between themselves. But Mohammed Siraj struck with the first ball of his spell with the second new ball to dismiss de Zorzi, thanks to a brilliant catch from captain Rishabh Pant diving to his left to complete a superb take with both hands in front of first slip. The dismissal provided India with a timely lift late to end day one on a high. South Africas inexperience in Indian conditions was further exposed when Kuldeep lured Wiaan Mulder into playing a big shot on a generously tossedup delivery that dipped, and with not much elevation in the shot, it made for a straightforward catch to midoff. For a short while, Indias disciplined bowling was quelled by Tony de Zorzi and Senuran Muthusamy, hitting seven boundaries between themselves. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa 247/6 in 81.5 overs (Tristan Stubbs 49, Temba Bavuma 41; Kuldeep Yadav 3-48, Ravindra Jadeja 1-30) against India Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Pleased That The Indian Bowlers Applied Consistent Pressure After Lunch, Says Anil Kumble
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Former India skipper Anil Kumble said he was satisfied with Indias bowling efforts on the opening day of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, Assam, noting that the bowlers maintained consistent pressure after lunch and forced South Africa to take risks. Leftarm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned with figures of 3-48, while Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja took a wicket each as India got rewarded for their persistence by picking four wickets in the final session and kept South Africa to 247/6 in 81.5 overs on day ones play. I'm pleased that the Indian bowlers applied consistent pressure after lunch, resulting in an early wicket, which made taking six wickets in the session a realistic goal. On a challenging pitch like this, it hasn't been easy to score runs, and India did not offer any loose deliveries. This disciplined bowling gave India a genuine chance to claim those wickets. Overall, India should be fairly satisfied with their performance today. While 247 runs for six wickets is a decent score for South Africa on day one, India can feel positive about the job they've done so far, said Kumble on JioStar. He further reflected on a competitive opening day of Test cricket in Guwahati, hosting its inaugural Test match. It was a fine day of Test cricket, with batters needing to focus and earn their runs, while the bowlers had to work equally hard for wickets. Both India and South Africa showed great discipline. This disciplined bowling gave India a genuine chance to claim those wickets. Overall, India should be fairly satisfied with their performance today. While 247 runs for six wickets is a decent score for South Africa on day one, India can feel positive about the job they've done so far, said Kumble on JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Overall, the venue offered a positive atmosphere for a debut Test, with a good surface and an enthusiastic crowd. Hoping for even more fans tomorrow, he added. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: A Bit Disappointing In The End There, No One Really Made It That Big, Says Stubbs
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: South Africa batter Tristan Stubbs admitted his side squandered the chance to be in a strong position on Day One of the second Test against India at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium here on Saturday. On the first day, all South African batters in action failed to convert their starts into a substantial score and reached 247/6 in 81.5 overs before bad light forced stumps to arrive early on day one. Stubbs was looking good to get a fifty, but fell for 49 to left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav. I think it's a bit disappointing in the end there. I think all of us in the top six got in, and no ones really made that big one. I actually think I prefer batting at 3 than anywhere else. It (pitch) played quite nicely, but I think they bowled quite well. It was quite hard to score. But it wasnt free-flowing. You felt comfortable, but the scoreboard wasnt going anywhere. So I thought they bowled quite well, said Stubbs to broadcasters at the end of day ones play. Speaking about Kuldeep, who picked 3-48, Stubbs said he still cant believe that the spinner dismissed him. Stubbs, along with Kuldeep and KL Rahul, who grabbed his catch at first slip, have been teammates at Delhi Capitals (DC) in the IPL. Every time he (Kuldeep) has come on, hes sort of gone a bit slow with the first ball, and I managed to work his first ball of the spell. If anything, he just beat me with the drift. I can't believe he got me out, and KL caught it! That makes your life that much more difficult, he said. Speaking about Kuldeep, who picked 3-48, Stubbs said he still cant believe that the spinner dismissed him. Stubbs, along with Kuldeep and KL Rahul, who grabbed his catch at first slip, have been teammates at Delhi Capitals (DC) in the IPL. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think thatll be the game plan. Just extend the first innings for as long as we can. Hopefully, the guys who come in now dont give it away and get 40s, and someone can get 100. Article Source: IANS
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2nd Test: Kuldeep Picks Three As Persistent India Keep South Africa To 247/6
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Kuldeep Yadav led the way with figures of 3-48 as a persistent India reduced South Africa to 247/6 in 81.5 overs before bad light brought an early end to Day One in the second and final Test of the series at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium here on Saturday. India struck late to dismiss Tony de Zorzi, which capped off a disciplined effort that ensured South Africas batters, despite all getting starts, failed to convert any of them into a halfcentury. Having won the toss on a good red soil batting pitch, South Africa were unable to fully capitalise on the opportunity, leaving India the happier side at stumps. India were rewarded for their persistence after lunch as Ravindra Jadeja removed Temba Bavuma, who fell for 41 off 92 balls, attempting to loft over extra cover but instead chipping to midoff. Bavumas dismissal ended his steady 84run stand with Tristan Stubbs. The breakthrough could have come earlier when Bavuma chanced a risky single in the second over after the lunch interval. But substitute fielder Devdutt Padikkal failed to gather cleanly at square leg, allowing Stubbs to escape. After India continued to bowl probing lines on a surface offering little assistance, Kuldeep managed to dismiss Stubbs for 49 when the batter looked to defend, but the delivery bounced a fraction more and held its line, with KL Rahul taking a sharp catch at first slip. South Africas inexperience in Indian conditions was further exposed when Kuldeep lured Wiaan Mulder into playing a big shot on a generously tossedup delivery that dipped, and with not much elevation in the shot, it made for a straightforward catch to midoff. For a short while, Indias disciplined bowling was quelled by de Zorzi and Senuran Muthusamy, hitting seven boundaries between them. But Mohammed Siraj struck with the first ball of his spell with the second new ball to dismiss de Zorzi, thanks to a brilliant catch from captain Rishabh Pant diving to his left to complete a superb take with both hands in front of first slip. The dismissal provided India with a timely lift late to end day one on a high. South Africas inexperience in Indian conditions was further exposed when Kuldeep lured Wiaan Mulder into playing a big shot on a generously tossedup delivery that dipped, and with not much elevation in the shot, it made for a straightforward catch to midoff. For a short while, Indias disciplined bowling was quelled by de Zorzi and Senuran Muthusamy, hitting seven boundaries between them. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa 247/6 in 81.5 overs (Tristan Stubbs 49, Temba Bavuma 41; Kuldeep Yadav 3-48, Ravindra Jadeja 1-30) against India Article Source: IANS
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Ashes: Head, Starc Lead Australia To Eight-wicket Win In Perth
Ashes Test: England slumped to a heavy defeat in the opening Ashes Test as Travis Heads explosive century powered Australia to a remarkable comeback victory in Perth on Saturday. In the first Ashes match to finish inside two days since 1921, Head tore apart Englands bowling with a breathtaking 69-ball hundred - the second-fastest in Ashes history. His 123 carried Australia to their target of 205 in just 28.2 overs, securing an eight-wicket win and a 1-0 lead in the five-Test series. The turnaround was dramatic. Australia had conceded a 40-run first-innings deficit and were effectively 105 behind when England moved to 65-1 shortly after lunch, only for the match to unravel for the visitors. Mitchell Starcs 10-wicket haul, combined with a series of poor English shots and a bold Australian call to elevate Head up the order, deepened Englands long-running struggles in the country - they have now lost 14 and drawn two of 16 Tests in Australia since 2011. A collapse of six wickets for 39 runs in 11 overs - including a brutal spell of 3-0 in six balls that removed Ollie Pope, Harry Brook and Joe Root - left England reeling. Despite a brief counterattack from Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse, who added a fifty stand, England were dismissed for 164 in 34.4 overs, losing their final nine wickets for 99. Chasing what would be the highest total of the match, Australia instead romped home as Head produced one of the great Ashes knocks. Englands bowlers, so dominant the previous day, were dismantled, while the Perth crowd revelled in the one-sided finish. A collapse of six wickets for 39 runs in 11 overs - including a brutal spell of 3-0 in six balls that removed Ollie Pope, Harry Brook and Joe Root - left England reeling. Despite a brief counterattack from Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse, who added a fifty stand, England were dismissed for 164 in 34.4 overs, losing their final nine wickets for 99. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: England 172 (Harry Brook 52; Mitchell Starc 7-58) & 164 (Gus Atkinson 37; Scott Boland 4-33) lost to Australia 132 (Alex Carey 26; Ben Stokes 5-23) & 205/2 (Travis Head 123; Brydon Carse 2-44) by eight wickets. Article Source: IANS
