The final day of the Test match found India in a position where four wickets were still required to wrap up the contest. Challenges on the last morning at SSC India began the final day needing four wickets, but with the SSC pitch not deteriorating as much, they took only three, none of them lbw or bowled. The situation highlighted how the surface stayed largely true, limiting the assistance bowlers
The Big Bash League is poised for significant activity as the contract embargo lifts on Thursday following months of discussions. New Contracting Rules Open Doors for Paydays Under the updated contracting framework, both Australian players and overseas stars stand to benefit from fresh opportunities in the BBL. The embargo’s end is expected to trigger a wave of signings across the competition. Months of Talks Lead to Key Changes After extended
The final day of this Duleep Trophy quarter-final began with every possible outcome still on the table. North Zone needed to wrap up the West Zone innings quickly to secure their place in the semi-finals, and that is exactly what happened. Quick Finish by Spin Duo Abid Mushtaq and Nishant Sindhu combined to dismiss the remaining West Zone batters in just 6.3 overs. The match situation changed rapidly once they
India Under-19 cricket team has announced its leadership and squad details ahead of the upcoming series against Australia. Lakshya Raichandani will lead the side in the one-day matches while Yashbardhan Chauhan takes charge for the multi-day fixtures. Leadership Split for Australia Tour The decision to have separate captains for the different formats highlights the structured approach to the tour. Lakshya Raichandani assumes responsibility for the one-day leg of the series.
UAE batsman Asif Khan has been handed a 15-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance. The news comes as a major development for UAE cricket, with the player now sidelined for an extended period. Ban Details and Timeline The suspension officially starts on September 8, 2025 and continues until December 7, 2026. This means Asif Khan will miss a full year and three months of competitive cricket across
The Afghanistan Premier League is making a return with its inaugural edition after a relaunch, and the tournament is scheduled to begin on December 27. Key Details of the Relaunch Organizers have confirmed that the competition will feature three teams in this opening season. The sides announced so far are Axcel United Kabul, Balkh Zwanan and Kandahar Warriors. This marks the first time the Afghanistan Premier League will be held
Pakistan’s Aiman Anwer has decided to step away from international cricket and begin a new role as a match referee. The Official Announcement The news was shared directly by the player through a post on X. In her message, she reflected on closing one chapter while moving into the next phase of her involvement with the sport. Starting a new chapter as a match referee draws the curtain on the
India continued their strong position in the match as Sri Lanka concluded day four just 16 runs ahead after being asked to follow on. Day Four Summary in the India vs Sri Lanka Test The fourth day saw Sri Lanka bat again following the follow-on decision. Despite useful contributions from Sooriyabandara and Kamindu, who both scored fifties, the team could not build a substantial lead. At the close of play,
St Lucia Kings posted a commanding 211 for 4 in their latest outing, marking only the second 200-plus total of the season so far. This substantial score set a challenging target and ultimately helped the side climb to the top of the points table. Seifert Delivers Match-Defining Knock Tim Seifert remained unbeaten on 105 from 61 deliveries, providing the backbone of the innings. His century came at a crucial juncture
The cricket world has received news that Dean Elgar, the former South Africa captain and opener, will retire at the end of the current season. End of an Era for Dean Elgar After a distinguished career that included 86 Test matches for South Africa, Elgar has decided to bring his playing days to a close once the season concludes. This announcement marks the conclusion of a journey that saw him