A FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Sweden and Tunisia featured ball-contact technology akin to cricket's 'Snicko' to review a controversial offside goal. The technology confirmed a touch by Alexander Isak, leading to the goal being awarded to Mattias Svanberg, contributing to Sweden's 5-1 victory.
England bowler Ollie Robinson will miss the second test against New Zealand due to a sore right knee. Robinson, who was player of the match in the first test, experienced soreness after a training session and underwent a scan. Uncapped Henry Crocombe has been called up as cover.
India's women's cricket team maintained a 'no handshake' policy against Pakistan during their T20 World Cup match. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana avoided handshakes at the toss. Pakistan's coach Wahab Riaz commented on the trend, stating it won't make a big difference.
Cricket Victoria's plan to privatize the Big Bash League (BBL) has moved closer to reality after state cricket bodies reached an in-principle agreement on a "self-determination model." This model would allow stakes in BBL clubs to be sold, though administrative hurdles and player union approval remain.
India began their Women's T20 World Cup campaign with a 64-run victory over Pakistan in Birmingham. Deepti Sharma took five wickets as India restricted Pakistan to 106 after posting 170/6, with Smriti Mandhana scoring 68.
India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs in a Women's T20 World Cup match at Edgbaston, setting a new attendance record of 18,814. Smriti Mandhana scored 68, and Deepti Sharma took 5 wickets.
India and Pakistan cricket captains Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana did not shake hands at the toss before their T20 World Cup match. This follows a 'no-handshake' policy adopted by Indian teams since last year's Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.
Cricket star Virat Kohli and musician Karan Aujla are set to collaborate for an event at Kohli's Delhi restaurant, One8 Commune, on June 21. The announcement, made via a social media post, has generated significant online buzz and fan excitement for the unexpected crossover.
India Women's Smriti Mandhana scored a fifty, and Harmanpreet Kaur was dismissed for 123/5 as Pakistan fought back in the later overs. India reached 100+ with 8 wickets in hand, aiming for a total over 160.
Experts predict a consistent bounce and carry on a dry grass pitch, favoring spinners as the game progresses. Both Pakistan and India captains opted to bat first, citing a good batting wicket. Team news includes Saira Jabeen's debut for Pakistan and Bharti Fulmali's inclusion for India, who will field three spinners.
Pakistan Women are in a better position after 6 overs against India Women in a T20 World Cup match. India lost two early wickets, with Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur needing to build a partnership. Pakistan's bowlers are applying pressure, and a dropped catch by Aliya Riaz further highlighted India's struggles.
Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues showed resilience with the bat for India against Pakistan. Despite early wickets, Mandhana scored boundaries, while Rodrigues survived a close run-out chance. The match, held at Edgbaston, features a pitch expected to favor spinners as the game progresses.
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur stated her team's sole focus is on cricket ahead of their T20 World Cup match against Pakistan. Despite recent instances of non-handshakes between teams, Kaur emphasized that discussions within the squad revolve only around the game and how to handle the inherent pressure.
As the Women's Cricket World Cup begins, the Dutch team expresses excitement and acknowledges sacrifices made by players. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana aims to restrict opponents with their bowling. Netherlands captain Babette de Leede anticipates a high-scoring game on a flat wicket.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the women's team ahead of their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opener against Pakistan. They urged the players to be fearless and bring home the trophy.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the Indian women's team ahead of their T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan. They urged the 'Women in Blue' to play fearlessly and bring home the trophy.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the women's team ahead of their T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan. They urged the 'Women in Blue' to play fearlessly and bring home the trophy.
The T20 Mumbai League 2026 final saw a heated exchange near the dugout after a player's dismissal, briefly overshadowing MSC Maratha Royals' eight-run victory over ARCS Andheri.
Australia wins the toss and bowls first against Bangladesh. Soumya Sarkar is out early, but Najmul Hossain Shanto and Tanzid Hasan show resilience with boundaries. Josh Inglis expresses Australia's intent to finish the series strongly.
Bangladesh cricketer Nayeem Hasan claims he was assaulted by police in Chattogram on Friday night. He alleges officers stopped his auto-rickshaw, behaved aggressively, and beat him. The Bangladesh Cricket Board and fellow players have called for a thorough investigation.
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.
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.
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 set a new record on Saturday, becoming the oldest Indian male cricketer to play an ODI at 39 years and 75 days. He surpassed Mohinder Amarnath's record. The match against Afghanistan was rain-shortened to 25 overs per side.
