T20 World Cup: Kuldeep’s inclusion against Afghanistan will depend on pitch, says Manjrekar

T20 World Cup: Kuldeep’s inclusion against Afghanistan will depend on pitch, says Manjrekar

New Delhi, June 20 - Ahead of India's Super Eight clash against Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup, there have been calls for Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion for Thursday's fixture in Barbados but former batter Sanjay Manjrekar feels that spinner's chance will purely depend

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T20 World Cup: Powell feels WI were ’15-20 runs’ short against England

T20 World Cup: Powell feels WI were ’15-20 runs’ short against England

Gros Islet (St Lucia), June 20 - West Indies captain Rovman Powell lamented missed opportunities and straying from their plans as his side suffered an eight-wicket defeat against England in their Super Eight match at the T20 World Cup 2024 in Gros Islet.

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Hayley Matthews to miss third ODI against Sri Lanka due to illness

Hayley Matthews to miss third ODI against Sri Lanka due to illness

Hambantota (Sri Lanka), June 20 - West Indies captain Hayley Matthews will miss the third and final ODI against Sri Lanka due to illness.

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T20 World Cup: Would be nice to see Rohit & Virat put together a really good partnership, says Robin Singh

T20 World Cup: Would be nice to see Rohit & Virat put together a really good partnership, says Robin Singh

New Delhi, June 20 - For India’s swashbuckling batters, the USA phase of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup saw them majorly struggle to get going.

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Williamson to take part in SA20 season 2 after opting out of NZ’s central contract

Williamson to take part in SA20 season 2 after opting out of NZ’s central contract

New Delhi, June 19 - Kane Williamson has confirmed his participation in the SA20 season 2 in January 2025, after opting out of New Zealand's central contract for the 2024-25 season.

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T20 World Cup: Trott feels ‘morning game’ suits Afghanistan better

T20 World Cup: Trott feels ‘morning game’ suits Afghanistan better

Bridgetown, June 20 - Afghanistan head coach, Jonathan Trott, asserted that morning matches suit them better, and they consider themselves the "big boys" of cricket ahead of Thursday's Super Eight clash against India at Barbados in the T20 World Cup.

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T20 World Cup: ‘He is a class player, incredibly impressive innings’, Buttler on Baitstow’s 48* vs WI

T20 World Cup: ‘He is a class player, incredibly impressive innings’, Buttler on Baitstow’s 48* vs WI

Gros Islet (St Lucia), June 20 - England captain Jos Buttler has hailed Jonny Bairstow as a "class player" and termed his unbeaten 48* off 26 knock as "incredibly impressive innings" after a dominant eight-wicket victory against West Indies in the Super Eight

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T20 World Cup: Marsh and Maxwell ready to make big impact against Bangladesh in Super 8

T20 World Cup: Marsh and Maxwell ready to make big impact against Bangladesh in Super 8

North Sound (Antigua), June 20 - Mitchell Marsh has declared himself ready to bowl in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup 2024, providing Australia an additional option ahead of their crucial game against Bangladesh in Antigua. Meanwhile, Glenn Maxwell believes

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T20 World Cup: India’s batting-depth can make huge difference in Super 8, says Robin Singh

T20 World Cup: India’s batting-depth can make huge difference in Super 8, says Robin Singh

New Delhi, June 20 - Robin Singh, the former India all-rounder, believes the Rohit Sharma-led side is in pretty good form ahead of starting their 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup Super Eight campaign against Afghanistan at Barbados on Thursday night, adding that their

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T20 World Cup: Salt, Bairstow take England to 8-wicket victory over WI

T20 World Cup: Salt, Bairstow take England to 8-wicket victory over WI

Gros Islet (St Lucia), June 20 - In a resounding start to their Super 8 campaign at the T20 World Cup, England showcased their prowess with a commanding 8-wicket victory over hosts West Indies.

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Brandon King suffers side strain, doubtful for rest of T20 World Cup

Brandon King suffers side strain, doubtful for rest of T20 World Cup

Gros Islet (St Lucia), June 20 - In a significant blow to the West Indies' T20 World Cup campaign, star batsman Brandon King is a major doubt for the remainder of the tournament after sustaining a side strain during their match against England

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T20 World Cup: Will think whether to play both Kuldeep and Yuzi, says Dravid ahead of Afghanistan clash

T20 World Cup: Will think whether to play both Kuldeep and Yuzi, says Dravid ahead of Afghanistan clash

Bridgetown, June 20 - As the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup 2024 approaches, India's head coach Rahul Dravid has hinted at a potential change in the playing XI that could see wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav making his tournament debut against Afghanistan

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T2O World Cup: South Africa edge past USA by 18 runs in a thrilling contest

T2O World Cup: South Africa edge past USA by 18 runs in a thrilling contest

North Sound (Antigua), July 19 - South Africa managed to edge out a resilient USA team by 18 runs in a gripping encounter at the start of the Super 8 stage match of Group 2 in the T20 World Cup at Sir Vivian

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T20 World Cup: Just wait and watch, he will perform, says Irfan Pathan on Virat Kohli

T20 World Cup: Just wait and watch, he will perform, says Irfan Pathan on Virat Kohli

New Delhi, June 19 - As India gear up for their first Super Eight stage game in the T20 World Cup 2024 against Afghanistan on Thursday in Barbados, the spotlight is firmly on the team's batting form, particularly that of former captain Virat

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2nd ODI: Mandhana, Harmanpreet, Vastrakar shine as India beat South Africa by four runs; win series 2-0

2nd ODI: Mandhana, Harmanpreet, Vastrakar shine as India beat South Africa by four runs; win series 2-0

Bengaluru, June 19 - Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and her deputy Smriti Mandhana slammed a century each and pacer Pooja Vastrakar bowled a superb final over as India Women defeated South Africa by four runs in a well-fought second One-day International that ended in

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T20 World Cup: It will be a good battle between Farooqi and Indian top-order, says Ian Bishop

T20 World Cup: It will be a good battle between Farooqi and Indian top-order, says Ian Bishop

Bridgetown, June 19 - Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop believes the match-up between Afghanistan’s left-arm pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi and the Indian top-order will be a good battle during the Super Eight clash of 2024 men’s T20 World Cup at the Kensington Oval

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CAC interviews Sodhi, Ratra, Shakti Singh and Mehra for lone vacancy in selection committee

CAC interviews Sodhi, Ratra, Shakti Singh and Mehra for lone vacancy in selection committee

New Delhi, June 19 - As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) moves forward with its selection process to fill an impending vacancy in the Senior National Selection Committee from the North Zone, IANS understands that four notable former cricketers

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AIFF opens applications for senior men’s and U 23 team head coach position

AIFF opens applications for senior men’s and U 23 team head coach position

New Delhi, June 19 - The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday released an announcement hiring for the vacant head coach position for both the men's national team and the U 23 squad as well.

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Neeraj Chopra wins gold medal at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024

Neeraj Chopra wins gold medal at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024

Turku (Finland), June 18 - Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra marked his return to the circuit with a gold medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 on Tuesday. His winning throw of 85.97m saw him top a strong field

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Euro 2024: ‘We have very good chance,’ says Nagelsmann ahead of Germany vs Hungary clash

Euro 2024: ‘We have very good chance,’ says Nagelsmann ahead of Germany vs Hungary clash

Stuttgart, June 18 - Germany’s second match of their home European Championship sees the team get ready to face a feisty Hungary team who will be fully motivated given a loss would see them eliminated from knockout contention in Euro 2024.

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