Nitish Kumar Reddy has impressed as a seam-bowling all-rounder, offering a potential alternative to the injury-prone Hardik Pandya. Reddy took 2/31 against Afghanistan and is actively working on his bowling skills to secure his place in the Indian team.
Nitish Kumar Reddy impressed with a 2/31 spell against Afghanistan, showcasing his potential as a seam-bowling all-rounder. He is working to secure a place in the Indian team as an alternative to the injury-prone Hardik Pandya.
Rana Safvi's visit to Mohammad Barkatullah's grave in San Francisco highlights the fading memory of the revolutionary who co-founded India's first government-in-exile. Despite his significant contributions to India's freedom struggle, his name is being debated for removal from Bhopal University, his only namesake institution.
Debutante Gurnoor Brar impressed with a 3/27 spell and captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 84 as India defeated Afghanistan by seven wickets in the rain-curtailed first ODI in Dharamsala, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
Debutante Gurnoor Brar impressed with a 3/27 spell and captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 84 as India defeated Afghanistan by seven wickets in the rain-curtailed first ODI in Dharamsala. Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 102 for Afghanistan.
Gautam Gambhir's animated reaction to KL Rahul's stunning six against Afghanistan in the first ODI became a talking point. Rahul's unbeaten 39 and Shubman Gill's 84* guided India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory.
Shubman Gill revealed Rohit Sharma was unfazed by his run-out during the first ODI against Afghanistan, stating the veteran opener accepted it after seeing the replay. Gill's unbeaten 84 guided India to a seven-wicket win.
India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy paused his post-match press conference to take a call from his mother after India's victory over Afghanistan. The heartwarming moment, shared by BCCI, overshadowed his valuable contributions with the ball.
Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a stunning 102 off 51 balls against India, crediting head coach Gautam Gambhir for refining his batting approach after a recent Test defeat. Despite Gurbaz's century, Afghanistan was bowled out for 194.
India defeated Afghanistan by seven wickets in the first ODI, a match reduced to 25 overs due to rain. Debutant pacer Gurnoor Brar impressed, while captain Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 84. Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a century.
Shubman Gill's unbeaten 84 guided India to a seven-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the first ODI. Gill anchored the chase of 195, showcasing his mastery in ODI cricket despite a rain-truncated match and debutant Gurnoor Brar's impressive bowling.
Shubman Gill became the fastest Indian to score 3,000 ODI runs in his 61st innings, surpassing Shikhar Dhawan's record. He is the second-fastest globally, behind Hashim Amla.
Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone, becoming the second Indian opener after Virender Sehwag to score 16,000 international runs across formats. The achievement came during the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala. He also surpassed Jacques Kallis' ODI tally.
Rohit Sharma achieved a career milestone, becoming the second Indian opener after Virender Sehwag to score 16,000 international runs across all formats. The achievement came during the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala.
Indian captain Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed catch in the rain-shortened first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamshala. Afghanistan collapsed to 194 all out, despite Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 102 off 51 balls, with Indian bowlers Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey taking multiple wickets.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz smashed the fastest ODI century for Afghanistan against India in a rain-shortened match in Dharamsala. The opener's 102 off 51 balls included eight fours and eight sixes, and was the quickest hundred by an Afghan batter in ODIs and in India-Afghanistan encounters.
Manav Suthar, fresh off his Test debut for India, made an immediate impact for Warwickshire in the County Championship, taking two wickets on his first day against Yorkshire. He also dismissed opener William Luxton for 167. Meanwhile, Jaydev Unadkat took 4/29 for Sussex.
India handed ODI caps to debutants Harsh Dubey and Gurnoor Brar ahead of their match against Afghanistan. The game was reduced to 25 overs per side due to weather concerns, with India electing to field first after winning the toss.
India handed ODI caps to debutants Harsh Dubey and Gurnoor Brar ahead of their match against Afghanistan. The game was reduced to 25 overs per side due to weather concerns, with India electing to field first after winning the toss.
The opening ODI between India and Afghanistan in Dharamshala is delayed due to persistent rain. The cut-off time for a 20-over game is 6:32 pm, with forecasts suggesting potential improvement later in the evening. The series is crucial for India's 2027 ODI World Cup preparations.
India may make bold calls in the 1st ODI vs Afghanistan, with Ishan Kishan potentially keeping wickets and experimenting at No. 3 in Virat Kohli's absence. Afghanistan relies on spin, aiming for a historic win.
Persistent drizzle in Dharamshala has delayed the start of the first ODI between India and Afghanistan. While conditions are improving, play has not yet resumed. Both teams are using the series to prepare for the 2027 World Cup, with India testing batting combinations and Afghanistan aiming for their first win against India.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz smashed the fastest ODI century for Afghanistan, reaching the milestone in just 50 balls. He partnered with Hashmatullah Shahidi for a 116-run stand, with Gurbaz scoring 100 out of 135 runs at one point. Gurbaz's aggressive batting included multiple sixes and fours, while India's bowlers struggled to contain him.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a rapid century (100 off 135 balls) as Afghanistan reached 163/6 against India. Azmatullah Omarzai provided late impetus with two sixes. India took crucial wickets, including Gurbaz and captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, with Harsh Dubey and Nitish Kumar Reddy picking up wickets.
