Former India bowler Dodda Ganesh questioned the decision to rest KL Rahul for the final ODI against Afghanistan, stating the wicketkeeper-batter had faced only 20 balls in the series. Ishan Kishan kept wickets in Rahul's absence.
The Sydney Roosters hold a 14-4 lead over the Cronulla Sharks at halftime in their NRL clash. Key moments include tries from Ronaldo Mulitalo and Lindsay Collins, with Sam Walker converting one for the Roosters. A trick onside kick from the Sharks and a penalty goal for the Roosters extended the scoring.
India's struggle to take wickets in the middle overs (20-35) is a concern for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Captain Shubman Gill believes tall fast bowlers like Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana can provide breakthroughs, even on unresponsive pitches, as the team explores alternatives to wrist spin.
Shubman Gill captained India to a 3-0 ODI series victory against Afghanistan, marking his first ODI series win as captain. He also finished as the series' top scorer with 238 runs and won Player of the Series.
Ben Stokes scored 95 for Durham in a county match on the same day England faces defeat in the second Test against New Zealand. Stokes was omitted from the England squad pending an ECB investigation into a nightclub incident.
Australia's World Cup campaign began with surprise omissions: captain Mat Ryan and vice-captain Jackson Irvine were benched for the opening game against Türkiye. Coach Tony Popovic opted for younger players, leaving the veterans to mentor their replacements and focus on team success.
England defeated Scotland by 38 runs at Headingley, maintaining their top spot in Group B of the World Cup. Sophia Dunkley scored a half-century in the absence of captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, leading England to 200/5. Scotland managed 162, with Kirstie Gordon taking two early wickets.
An Indian captain, Ajay Pant, of a sanctioned Russian oil tanker intercepted in the English Channel has been arrested in the UK and charged with breaching sanctions. His family in India is appealing to the government for his release.
Pace bowler Josh Tongue acknowledged England's struggles in the second Test against New Zealand, attributing some of the difficulties to the absence of captain Ben Stokes. Stokes and Gus Atkinson are unavailable pending an investigation into a nightclub incident. Stokes has shown form in county cricket, scoring 95 for Durham.
England are on the brink of defeat in the second Test against New Zealand at the Oval, ending day four on 182 for five, trailing by 281 runs. Josh Tongue acknowledged the absence of captain Ben Stokes, who was scoring runs in a county match, while Joe Root continues his stand-in captaincy.
George Hendy scored twice to secure Northampton's second title in three seasons. Club captain George Furbank praised Hendy's finishing ability, calling him a "special player." Exeter Chiefs' director of rugby, Rob Baxter, acknowledged Northampton's strong season despite the loss.
An inquiry into Brendon McCullum's coaching tenure with England, questioning his suitability six months after his expected departure. The article contrasts his current team's struggles with past controversies in New Zealand cricket involving McCullum and Ross Taylor, suggesting a ruthless political streak beneath his "happy-go-lucky" image.
England is on the brink of defeat against New Zealand in the Test match, needing 463 runs to avoid a loss. Joe Root's defiant 75* offers a glimmer of hope amidst a batting collapse that saw England stumble to 182 for five.
England faces a likely defeat in the Test match against New Zealand, needing a monumental 463 runs on the final day. Joe Root's defiant 75 not out offered a glimmer of hope amidst the team's struggles, but the debutant-heavy squad faltered against a seasoned New Zealand side.
Joe Root's unbeaten 75 has given England a fighting chance against New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval. Set a target of 463, England were 182-5 at stumps on day four, requiring 281 more runs. The match also saw Ben Stokes score 95 for Durham.
Northampton secured their second Prem title in three years after a dramatic comeback against Exeter. George Hendy scored two tries in four minutes to seal the victory, with Alex Mitchell also contributing a crucial try. The match was a fast-paced and error-strewn encounter.
Ben Stokes returned to form with a 95-run knock for Durham against Northamptonshire, his first significant score since an investigation into a nightclub incident. He is expected to return to lead England in the third Test.
Australia secured a commanding 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the Women's T20 World Cup. Posting a record-equalling 219/6, led by Beth Mooney's 74, Australia's bowlers restricted the Dutch to 121/3, despite a late fightback.
Ireland captain Caelan Doris and wing Tommy O'Brien will miss the upcoming Nations Championship matches due to foot and groin injuries, respectively. The Ulster duo Bryn and Zac Ward have been called up as replacements, and Dan Sheehan will captain the team.
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 110 and Rohit Sharma made 79 as India chased down 219 with ease, winning by nine wickets. Prasidh Krishna took 5 wickets earlier.
India achieved a record 23 runs in the opening over of their ODI chase against Afghanistan in Chennai. This was aided by Afghanistan being penalized five runs for pitch infringements. Yashasvi Jaiswal was instrumental in the scoring spree.
Australia secured a dominant 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the T20 Women's World Cup. Beth Mooney, who scored an unbeaten 74, retired hurt with back stiffness but downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.
Harry Kane's strong start at the 2022 World Cup, scoring twice in England's 4-2 win over Croatia, contrasts sharply with his slow start in Qatar. The author, Alan Shearer, highlights Kane's improved fitness, form, and England's tactical setup under Thomas Tuchel, which mirrors his successful role at Bayern Munich. Shearer believes Kane is in peak condition and ready to compete for the Golden Boot.
Alan Shearer contrasts Harry Kane's strong start at the current World Cup with his struggles in Qatar, highlighting Kane's fitness, form for Bayern Munich, and England's tactical setup under Thomas Tuchel as key factors for his success.
