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Guwahati, Nov 26 (UNI) Under mounting scrutiny after India’s 0–2 series defeat to South Africa, head coach Gautam Gambhir on Wednesday said the responsibility for the setback must be shared by everyone, even as former selector Kris Srikkanth launched a blistering critique of the team’s selection strategy and on-field stability. Speaking after India’s 408-run loss…
Dubai, Nov 26 (UNI) Former India captain Rohit Sharma returns to the top spot for ODI batters as Zimbabwe veteran Sikandar Raza becomes the No.1 ranked T20I all-rounder for the first time in his career. There are re-shuffles inside the top 10 of all three formats this week, with another change right at the top…
Bengaluru, Nov 26 (UNI) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday announced the onboarding of new commercial partners for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) for the 2026 and 2027 seasons, in deals collectively valued at Rs 48 crore. ChatGPT and Kingfisher Packaged Drinking Water join the WPL as Premier Partners, while…
Ipoh (Malaysia), Nov 26 (UNI) India clinched a well-deserved 4-3 victory against Malaysia at the Sultan Azlan Shah Stadium here on Wednesday. Selvam Karthi (7’), Sukhjeet Singh (21’), Amit Rohidas (39’) and Sanjay (53’) scored for India, while Faizal Saari (13’), Fitri Saari (36’), and Marhan Jalil (45’) got on the scoresheet for Malaysia. India…
Dubai, Nov 26 (UNI) Defending champions Dubai Capitals have appointed Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka as captain for Season 4 of the International League T20, with the franchise backing his international leadership credentials. A prolific T20 all-rounder and former Sri Lankan captain, Shanaka has scored 1,659 runs and taken 41 wickets across 117 T20 matches….
New Delhi, Nov 26 (UNI) India was officially awarded the 2030 Commonwealth Games on Wednesday, with Amdavad (Ahmedabad) declared the host city. The landmark declaration was taken during the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) General Assembly in Glasgow, where representatives of member countries approved India’s proposal to host the Games in Ahmedabad. “India brings with it…
Mumbai, Nov 26 (UNI) India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday expressed his determination as he prepares to lead the national team in its quest to defend the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title next year. Speaking at a star-studded event unveiling the 2026 tournament fixtures, the skipper reflected on last year’s triumph and the unique…
Guwahati, Nov 26 (UNI) South Africa handed India a crushing 408-run defeat to sweep the two-Test series 2-0, sealing one of their most dominant performances in recent years and inflicting on India consecutive home Test series losses for the first time in more than four decades. Set an improbable target and resuming at 90 for…
Ranchi, November 24 (UNI) As city prepares to host the much-awaited One Day International (ODI) between India and South Africa on November 30, an extraordinary wave of excitement has swept across the city. Cricket enthusiasts thronged the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) Stadium on Tuesday, with thousands gathering hours before the start of ticket sales….
Mumbai, Nov (UNI) Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma said he cannot single out any team as India’s ideal opponent in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, but emphasised that he wants India to be there and come out on top. “Obviously, I want India to be in the finals. I can’t really put my…
