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Former India star Ravichandran Ashwin was stunned by the team management's decision to omit Arshdeep Singh and play Harshit Rana in the 2nd India vs Australia T20I source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/r-ashwin-frustrated-with-gautam-gambhir-and-cos-team-selection-calls-singles-out-pacer-keeps-missing-out-9554476#publisher=newsstand

A remarkable, historic goal from goalkeeper Samik Mitra earned Chennaiyin FC a 1-1 draw against Dempo Sporting Club in the AIFF Super Cup 202526 on Friday source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/goalkeeper-samik-mitras-freak-goal-goes-viral-as-chennaiyin-fc-secure-super-cup-draw-against-dempo-9554324#publisher=newsstand

Criticised often for not living up to lofty expectations, the Mumbai girl's 127 in a world-record chase will be remembered for generations source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/faith-fire-folded-hands-and-a-flying-kiss-jemimah-rodrigues-incredible-night-at-womens-world-cup-9548036#publisher=newsstand

Here is a list of records broken during India vs Australia 2025 Women's World Cup semi-final source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/list-of-records-broken-by-india-australia-during-womens-world-cup-semi-final-9547997#publisher=newsstand

A quickfire half-century from Tanzid Hasan went in vain as three-wicket hauls from Akeal Hosein and Romario Shepherd helped them secure the T20I series. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/2nd-t20i-akeal-hosein-romario-shepherd-shine-as-west-indies-beat-bangladesh-to-seal-series-9541033#publisher=newsstand

Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian T20I captain, returned to form with a 24-ball 39* against Australia in the first T20I in Canberra source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-asked-to-make-very-difficult-decision-after-1st-t20i-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place-9540605#publisher=newsstand

Laura Wolvaardt led from the front with a majestic 169 to help South Africa thrash England by 125 runs and reach their first-ever ODI Women's World Cup final. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/laura-wolvaardt-inspired-south-africa-crush-england-to-reach-womens-world-cup-final-9540331#publisher=newsstand

Ruturaj Gaikwad made a heartwarming gesture towards Prithvi Shaw, after the latter was not awarded the 'Player of the Match' despite his double century in the Ranji Trophy. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/prithvi-shaw-not-given-player-of-the-match-award-despite-double-ton-then-csk-star-ruturaj-gaikwad-does-this-9533657#publisher=newsstand

India ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to a hospital in Sydney after suffering internal bleeding resulting from a rib cage injury sustained during the third match against Australia. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/shreyas-iyer-fainted-in-dressing-room-inside-details-india-vice-captains-near-fatal-injury-report-9526194#publisher=newsstand

A former chief selector of the Indian cricket team has given a major instruction to the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee regarding Rohit Sharma. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ex-selector-locks-in-rohit-sharma-for-world-cup-2027-gives-major-command-to-bcci-today-itself-ill-go-9519924#publisher=newsstand

Rain once again played spoilsport in the Women's Cricket World Cup as the final league match between India and Bangladesh was abandoned at Navi Mumbai on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rain-spoils-indias-tune-up-for-womens-world-cup-semi-final-9520979#publisher=newsstand

Rohit Sharma, 38, has seemingly set his sights on playing the Cricket World Cup 2027. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-confirmed-to-play-world-cup-2027-childhood-coach-reveals-retirement-plan-9516667#publisher=newsstand

Ruturaj Gaikwad continued his scintillating form with a sublime century as Maharashtra posted 313 before being bowled out against Chandigarh on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Group B clash. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/prithvi-shaw-flops-for-maharashtra-csk-star-ruturaj-gaikwad-slams-ton-in-ranji-trophy-9515890#publisher=newsstand

India vs Australia 3rd ODI Live Streaming: The focus will once again be on Virat Kohli as India take on Australia in the third ODI encounter in Sydney on Saturday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-vs-australia-3rd-odi-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch-live-telecast-9512342#publisher=newsstand

India vs Australia 3rd ODI Live Updates: Shubman Gill-led India are aiming to avoid a first-ever ODI series whitewash against Australia. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ind-vs-aus-live-score-3rd-odi-match-today-india-vs-australia-live-scorecard-updates-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-shubman-gill-9512438#publisher=newsstand

Aakash Chopra vouched for Kuldeep Yadav and said that the spinner is likely to play the Sydney contest, calling the venue a slightly spin-friendly surface'. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/kuldeep-yadav-likely-to-play-ex-india-stars-massive-prediction-for-3rd-odi-against-australia-9509822#publisher=newsstand

With just over a month to go before the opening match, Pakistan has withdrawn from the FIH Men's Junior World Cup hockey tournament source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-pull-out-of-mens-junior-world-cup-hockey-in-india-report-9506401#publisher=newsstand

India qualified for the semifinals of the Women's World Cup after scintillating hundreds by Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal set up a commanding 53-run win over New Zealand via DLS Method. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-outplay-new-zealand-to-qualify-for-womens-world-cup-2025-semifinals-9506251#publisher=newsstand

Shubman Gill, the Indian cricket team captain, had a bizarre experience on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/shubman-gills-expression-speaks-volumes-after-pakistan-zindabad-chant-by-fan-in-adelaide-9499814#publisher=newsstand

Ashleigh Gardner and Annabel Sutherland starred with the bat as unbeaten Australia completed a convincing six-wicket win over Ashes rivals England on Wednesday in the Women's World Cup. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ashleigh-gardner-annabel-sutherland-star-as-australia-beat-england-in-womens-world-cup-9499731#publisher=newsstand

Being active in only one format means that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have limited opportunities to prove themselves if they want to be serious contenders for a spot in the 2027 World Cup squad. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/cant-just-be-hanging-on-ricky-ponting-sends-virat-kohli-tough-2027-world-cup-message-9491932#publisher=newsstand

The deadlock over the Asia Cup trophy, which is yet to reach champions India, continues to be unresolved. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mohsin-naqvi-not-told-about-indias-asia-cup-2025-trophy-boycott-in-advance-report-makes-big-claim-9493102#publisher=newsstand

South Africa steamrolled Pakistan by 150 runs in a rain-affected round robin league match to leapfrog to the top of the points table in the Women's World Cup source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/womens-world-cup-south-africa-crush-pakistan-by-150-runs-9494154#publisher=newsstand

R Ashwin made the comment while talking about India's Playing XI in the first ODI in Perth. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/crushing-feeling-lot-of-people-lose-courage-to-fight-r-ashwin-sympathizes-with-india-star-its-not-harshit-rana-9487421#publisher=newsstand

India seamer Arshdeep Singh says he won't read too much into Virat Kohli's eight-ball-duck in the first ODI that the visitors lost by seven wickets to Australia. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/form-is-just-a-word-for-him-arshdeep-singh-on-virat-kohli-after-indias-1st-odi-vs-australia-9483897#publisher=newsstand

Four-time champions England booked their ticket to the semi-finals of the Women's World Cup after pulling off a nail-biting four-run win over hosts India in Indore on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dejected-smriti-mandhana-almost-breaks-down-as-india-lose-womens-wc-match-to-england-by-narrow-margin-9484824#publisher=newsstand

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has reflected on the strict 10-point BCCI guidelines introduced during Gautam Gambhir's tenure. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ravi-shastri-makes-feelings-clear-on-bccis-10-point-diktat-in-gautam-gambhirs-tenure-you-get-distracted-9478547#publisher=newsstand

India Predicted XI For 1st ODI Against Australia: India take on Australia in the first ODI encounter at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-predicted-xi-for-1st-odi-against-australia-arshdeep-singh-or-harshit-rana-who-misses-out-9480506#publisher=newsstand

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan condemned the Pakistani aerial strikes that killed three local cricketers on Saturday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rashid-khan-top-afghanistan-players-slam-pakistan-after-cricketers-killed-in-strikes-9477084#publisher=newsstand

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli's brother Vikas took to social media to post a vague message amid rumours of Virat and wife Anushka Sharma moving to London permanently. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohlis-brother-vikas-slams-fake-news-amid-power-of-attorney-reports-9475313#publisher=newsstand

Rohit Sharma is no longer the skipper in any format and at 38, it can be safely said that he is in the final phase of his international career source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-set-2027-world-cup-condition-amid-retirement-talks-heart-and-mind-9468028#publisher=newsstand

Ravi Shastri fired a warning to all batters playing in the Big Bash League as Ravichandran Ashwin plans to participate in the entire season. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dont-try-and-steal-ravi-shastris-cheeky-warning-to-bbl-batters-on-facing-r-ashwin-9457230#publisher=newsstand

Shubman Gill took over the reins from Rohit Sharma, who announced his retirement from the format earlier this year. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/gautam-gambhirs-honest-take-on-shubman-gills-captaincy-hasnt-yet-faced-the-worst-days-9459983#publisher=newsstand

Afghanistan right-handed batter Ibrahim Zadran has been fined 15 per cent of his match fees for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during his side's third ODI against Bangladesh. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/afghanistans-ibrahim-zadran-fined-15-per-cent-match-fee-for-breaching-icc-code-of-conduct-9462977#publisher=newsstand

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla dismissed speculation that the upcoming ODI series against Australia would mark the final international appearance of batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bcci-breaks-silence-on-if-india-vs-australia-odi-series-is-virat-kohli-rohit-sharmas-last-9456353#publisher=newsstand

The decision by the Indian cricket team players not to shake hands with their Pakistan counterparts during the Asia Cup 2025 resulted in a massive controversy. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-stars-mock-indias-handshake-stance-against-pakistan-ahead-of-odi-series-video-9456464#publisher=newsstand

Virender Sehwag responded to high praise from West Indies legend Viv Richards who mentioned his contributions to Test cricket. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virender-sehwag-mentioned-in-same-line-as-shahid-afridi-by-viv-richards-gives-folded-hands-reply-9446194#publisher=newsstand

West Indies opener John Campbell on Monday said his and Shai Hope's centuries in their fightback against India in the second Test were a good sign for struggling Caribbean cricket. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/west-indies-fightback-sign-of-good-things-says-john-campbell-9447642#publisher=newsstand

India batter Smriti Mandhana completed 5,000 runs in Women's ODI, taking just 112 innings to achieve the milestone. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/smriti-mandhana-shatters-virat-kohlis-all-time-india-record-with-stellar-knock-vs-australia-9441979#publisher=newsstand

India were awarded five penalty runs during their Women's World Cup 2025 clash against Australia on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-awarded-5-penalty-runs-after-bizarre-incident-during-womens-world-cup-clash-against-australia-9441815#publisher=newsstand

India's Sai Sudharsan produced a terrific catch on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/indias-sai-sudharshan-takes-blinder-to-dismiss-west-indies-star-during-2nd-test-watch-9439068#publisher=newsstand

Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt's record fifth Women's World Cup century and spinner Sophie Ecclestone's magical spell powered England to an 89-run victory over Sri Lanka. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/womens-world-cup-2025-nat-sciver-brunt-sophie-ecclestone-power-england-to-89-run-win-over-sri-lanka-9438778#publisher=newsstand

While Gautam Gambhir had altercations with rival international players, probably his most infamous on-field heated exchanges happened with Virat Kohli source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ghar-pe-bachhe-hain-gautam-gambhirs-epic-take-on-1st-instinct-while-picking-up-a-fight-9432988#publisher=newsstand

When the Indian team management looks at Sai Sudharsan, it doesn't just skim through the numbers in the scorecards. It studies the shape of his innings source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/trying-to-cut-out-on-that-sai-sudharsans-batting-flaw-identified-by-india-coach-9434316#publisher=newsstand

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are expected to feature in at least three, if not four, Vijay Hazare Trophy games before the New Zealand ODI series in January. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/no-retirement-for-virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-after-australia-odis-report-reveals-vijay-hazare-trophy-plan-9427274#publisher=newsstand

South Africa trumped Richa Ghoshs vibrant 94 through collective combativeness of Laura Wolvaardt and Nadine de Klerk to eke out a thrilling three-wicket win over India in the Womens World Cup source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/nadine-de-klerk-laura-wolvaardt-stun-india-as-south-africa-register-three-wicket-win-in-womens-world-cup-9428160#publisher=newsstand

MS Dhoni inaugurated the Velammal Cricket Stadium near Chintamani in Madurai, drawing massive crowds as fans flocked for a glimpse of one of the country's most beloved sporting icons. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ms-dhoni-inaugurates-cricket-stadium-in-madurai-leaves-fans-in-frenzy-9427411#publisher=newsstand

Beth Mooney struck a magnificent hundred and led a remarkable Australian fightback along with tailender Alana King to set up a crushing 107-run win over Pakistan. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/icc-womens-world-cup-2025-beth-mooney-century-sets-up-australias-107-run-win-over-pakistan-9420333#publisher=newsstand

In what could be a significant blow to Australia, captain Pat Cummins is set to miss the Ashes opener against England, starting on November 21 in Perth. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/cummins-set-to-miss-ashes-opener-with-back-injury-smith-likely-to-lead-9420460#publisher=newsstand

Vaibhav Suryavanshi has become a household name ever since he made his IPL debut earlier this year. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/vaibhav-suryavanshi-14-should-be-blooded-into-senior-team-like-sachin-tendulkar-bcci-urged-by-ipl-team-official-9410483#publisher=newsstand

With Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid at the helm, India bounced back from their heartbreak of losing in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup at home to Australia by winning the next two ICC events source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-gives-major-credit-to-rahul-dravid-era-for-champions-trophy-2025-success-9414071#publisher=newsstand

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could become 'former players' very soon with the BCCI turning their focus to the ODI World Cup 2027, according to a report. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-to-become-former-players-soon-report-makes-startling-claim-9405805#publisher=newsstand

The 55-year-old former left-arm spinner had joined Punjab Kings as their bowling coach ahead of IPL 2023, and remained a part of the side which made an appearance in the final in 2025. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sunil-joshi-leaves-punjab-kings-support-staff-as-spin-bowling-coach-9407591#publisher=newsstand

The ODI captaincy of Team India has been taken away from Rohit Sharma and handed to Shubman Gill. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dont-want-an-uncomfortable-situation-robin-uthappa-brutal-verdict-on-rohit-sharma-captaincy-snub-9407294#publisher=newsstand

India defeated Pakistan by 88 runs in their Women's World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/harleen-deol-kranti-goud-impress-as-india-thrash-pakistan-by-88-runs-in-womens-world-cup-9401239#publisher=newsstand

Shubman Gill will take charge of the ODI team for the first time during the upcoming tour of Australia, starting October 19. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sunil-gavaskar-decodes-clear-shubman-gill-message-behind-rohit-sharmas-removal-as-odi-captain-9396247#publisher=newsstand

The squads for ODI and T20I series against Australia could be picked by the selectors on Saturday, but its announcement timing depends on when the first Test between India and West Indies is over. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/when-will-india-name-squad-for-australia-odi-series-report-reveals-major-factor-9391798#publisher=newsstand

Tilak Varma made a strong claim for selection in India's 50-over format with an attractive 94 but Australia A came back strongly winning the rain-affected second List A game by nine wickets. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-a-level-series-against-india-a-despite-tilak-varmas-gritty-94-9392224#publisher=newsstand

Sai Sudharsan scored a 19-ball seven in the first innings of the 1st Test against West Indies. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/feeling-pressure-sai-sudharsan-sent-massive-warning-after-another-failure-at-no-3-9385378#publisher=newsstand

Mohsin Naqvi has come under heavy scrutiny for taking away the Asia Cup winner's trophy after India's memorable win over Pakistan in the final. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mohsin-naqvi-lacks-knowledge-pakistan-army-decides-everything-indias-world-cup-winner-claims-9378976#publisher=newsstand

KL Rahul completed his 20th Test half-century in 101 deliveries, but also seemed to be struggling with his hamstrings. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/kl-rahul-backed-to-surpass-his-best-year-after-solid-unbeaten-53-vs-west-indies-9385663#publisher=newsstand

India vs West Indies LIVE Streaming 1st Test: After successfully clinching the Asia Cup 2025 title, Team India returns to the longest format with the first Test against West Indies. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-vs-west-indies-live-streaming-1st-test-live-telecast-when-and-where-to-watch-9380919#publisher=newsstand

Mohsin Naqvi has been facing a strong backlash after he took away the Asia Cup winner's trophy source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mohsin-naqvi-stoops-to-new-low-refuses-to-congratulate-team-india-on-asia-cup-win-report-9373327#publisher=newsstand

India defeated Sri Lanka by 59 runs under DLS Method in a rain-shortened ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati on Tuesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-beat-sri-lanka-by-59-runs-under-dls-method-in-icc-womens-world-cup-opener-9374438#publisher=newsstand

Ben Stokes' side will lock horns with Australia over five Tests, starting in Perth on November 21, bidding to win the Ashes for the first time since 2015. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rob-key-warns-england-not-to-be-stupid-on-ashes-tour-9373649#publisher=newsstand

Suryakumar Yadav's men beat Salman Ali Agha-led Pakistan in the final on Sunday to clinch their ninth Asia Cup title across formats. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/after-suryakumar-yadavs-pahalgam-match-fee-gesture-pakistan-team-makes-huge-announcement-9367038#publisher=newsstand

As Tilak Varma all but sealed India's fate with a pressure-easing six, cameras spotted Gautam Gambhir, known for his serious demeanor, no matter the situation, let it loose with a passionate gesture. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/gautam-gambhir-reaction-cannot-be-missed-as-tilak-varma-smokes-haris-rauf-into-dubai-night-sky-watch-9361624#publisher=newsstand

A majestic Kuldeep Yadav, in the company of a wily Varun Chakravarthy and a parsimonious Axar Patel, literally ran through an inept Pakistan batting line-up. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/kuldeep-yadav-claims-stunning-four-wicket-haul-as-india-bowl-out-pakistan-for-146-9361069#publisher=newsstand

The final in Dubai will be the first-ever India-Pakistan summit clash in the 41-year history of Asia Cup, adding another chapter to cricket's most intense rivalry. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/wasim-akram-explains-how-pakistan-can-put-india-on-back-foot-in-asia-cup-final-9355724#publisher=newsstand

Sanju Samson could outdo star keeper-batters MS Dhoni and Rishabh Pant to deliver the best T20I multi-nation tournament by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sanju-samson-aims-to-surpass-rishabh-pant-ms-dhoni-to-register-huge-record-9356974#publisher=newsstand

A bizarre incident involving Dasun Shanaka occurred during the Super Over of the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 match on Friday source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/why-sri-lankas-dasun-shanaka-was-not-out-vs-india-in-asia-cup-super-over-all-rules-explained-9352412#publisher=newsstand

Shardul Thakur will be leading Mumbai during the 2025-26 edition of Ranji Trophy, revealed the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/shardul-thakur-to-lead-mumbai-in-ranji-trophy-2025-26-9351605#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan booked their place in the Asia Cup summit clash against India with a hard-fought 11-run victory over Bangladesh in their Super Fours clash in Dubai on Thursday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-set-up-asia-cup-final-against-india-with-tense-11-run-win-over-bangladesh-9345752#publisher=newsstand

Ishant Sharma, a childhood friend of Virat Kohli, explained the significant change the latter brought to his mindset in order to leave a lasting mark on Indian cricket. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/on-virat-kohlis-gangster-vibe-ishant-sharmas-2-am-return-anecdote-9333497#publisher=newsstand

Sunil Gavaskar was not happy with the Asia Cup 2025 match between Pakistan and UAE getting delayed by an hour amid the 'handshake' controversy. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sunil-gavaskar-levels-serious-accusation-at-pakistan-over-handshake-row-held-the-game-to-ransom-9335899#publisher=newsstand

India guaranteed their spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final with a comfortable victory over Bangladesh in Dubai on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/asia-cup-final-qualification-what-indias-win-over-bangladesh-mean-for-pakistans-title-clash-dreams-9338638#publisher=newsstand

Abhishek Sharma's scintillating 75 was beautifully complemented by Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy as India comfortably hammered Bangladesh to enter the Asia Cup final. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/abhishek-sharma-spinners-shine-as-india-storm-into-asia-cup-2025-final-9338532#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan kept their dreams of reaching Asia Cup 2025 final alive with a five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in their Super 4 clash on Tuesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/asia-cup-2025-scenarios-what-pakistans-win-over-sri-lanka-means-in-race-for-final-9331620#publisher=newsstand

Chasing 134 should not have been a tough task, but Pakistan nearly made a mess of it before recovering to finish at 138 for five. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-fight-past-sri-lanka-by-5-wickets-to-stay-afloat-in-asia-cup-9331590#publisher=newsstand

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the suspension of USA Cricket's membership with immediate effect, saying the decision has been taken after a "thorough review of affairs and extensive engagement with key stakeholders over the past year". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/icc-suspends-usa-crickets-membership-after-breaches-of-its-obligations-9331439#publisher=newsstand

Shreyas Iyer has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he will be taking a 'break from red ball cricket' due to stiffness and fatigue issues in his back, according to a report. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/why-did-shreyas-iyer-quit-india-a-captaincy-report-reveals-massive-reason-9330981#publisher=newsstand

Abhishek Sharma questioned the quality of Pakistani bowlers during a candid conversation with Virender Sehwag. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/abhishek-sharma-adds-insult-to-injury-roasts-pakistan-with-virender-sehwag-reference-9320080#publisher=newsstand

Abhishek Sharma was the Player of the Match as India defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/despite-match-winning-74-vs-pakistan-abhishek-sharma-given-massive-advice-by-virender-sehwag-9324429#publisher=newsstand

Having crushed Pakistan with consummate ease, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Sunday urged everyone to stop calling the contests between the two nations a meaningful "rivalry." source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-rubs-salt-on-pakistans-wounds-after-asia-cup-win-stop-calling-india-vs-pakistan-a-rivalry-9319083#publisher=newsstand

Abhishek Sharma shattered a world record as India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash in Dubai on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/abhishek-sharma-smashes-world-record-achieves-never-done-before-feat-against-pakistan-in-asia-cup-9319001#publisher=newsstand

Smriti Mandhana's heroics couldn't trump Beth Mooney's masterclass as Australia reinforced their dominance over India with a 43-run victory in the third women's ODI. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/beth-mooney-guides-australia-to-odi-series-victory-over-india-despite-smriti-mandhana-heroics-9314314#publisher=newsstand

A huge controversy erupted when India players decided not to shake hands with Pakistan players after securing an imposing 7-wicket win in the rivalry clash in Dubai on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/its-suryakumar-yadavs-call-sourav-ganguly-to-ndtv-on-handshake-row-9309735#publisher=newsstand

Arshdeep Singh scripted history by becoming the first Indian cricket team bowler ever to take 100 wickets in T20Is. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/arshdeep-singh-scripts-history-achieves-never-done-before-feat-in-t20i-cricket-9309944#publisher=newsstand

Dunith Wellalage will return to UAE after paying his last respects to his late father, Suranga Wellalage, who died of a heart attack on Thursday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dunith-wellalage-to-rejoin-sri-lanka-squad-after-paying-last-respects-to-father-9309506#publisher=newsstand

Suryakumar Yadav led India in 24 T20Is so far since being appointed as captain last year after Rohit Sharma's retirment from the format. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-gets-vote-of-confidence-amid-handshake-row-true-leader-9307245#publisher=newsstand

Kapil Dev reflected on Indian cricketers refusing to shake hands with their Pakistani players after their recent match in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/kapil-dev-frustrated-by-pakistan-asia-cup-2025-boycott-drama-focus-on-playing-cricket-9301812#publisher=newsstand

PCB has been sent an e-mail by ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta detailing Pakistan's violations including filming of restricted areas. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-in-trouble-for-misconduct-icc-set-to-take-action-over-pullout-drama-in-asia-cup-report-9303208#publisher=newsstand

The Pakistan Cricket Board, on Wednesday, claimed that match referee Andy Pycroft apologised to its national team for prohibiting the handshake between Indian and Pakistani players source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-claims-icc-open-to-investigate-code-of-conduct-violation-in-handshake-row-report-reveals-major-hole-9297041#publisher=newsstand

With the win, Pakistan join India in qualifying to the Super Four from Group A. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-crush-uae-by-41-runs-to-set-up-clash-with-india-on-sunday-9297145#publisher=newsstand

Asia Cup 2025 was witness to huge drama on Wednesday, as at one point it looked like Pakistan might pull out of the continental event source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pcb-chief-mohsin-naqvi-explains-why-pakistan-did-not-pull-out-of-asia-cup-despite-icc-rejecting-its-demands-9296887#publisher=newsstand

Kraigg Brathwaite was on Tuesday dropped while Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze recalled in the West Indies' 15-member squad to face India in a two-Test series next month source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/west-indies-recall-tagenarine-chanderpaul-alick-athanaze-for-test-series-vs-india-big-star-dropped-9290135#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan were dealt a major blow in the ongoing 'handshake' row as Andy Pycroft will remain the match referee for their Asia Cup 2025 clash against UAE on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-dealt-another-blow-in-handshake-row-after-skipping-asia-cup-2025-presser-9289979#publisher=newsstand

Afghanistan captain and premier spinner Rashid Khan dethroned India's 'Swing King' Bhuvneshwar Kumar to become the leading wicket-taker in the T20I Asia Cup source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rashid-khan-dethrones-bhuvneshwar-kumar-for-major-asia-cup-feat-9290051#publisher=newsstand

While chasing 128, the 25-year-old scored a quickfire 13-ball 31, with four fours and two sixes. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/after-abhishek-sharma-destroyed-shaheen-afridi-virender-sehwags-blunt-fear-remark-9280212#publisher=newsstand

India dropped four catches as fine half-centuries from Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney and Annabel Sutherland powered Australia women to a crushing eight-wicket victory. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sloppy-india-handed-eight-wicket-thrashing-by-australia-in-first-womens-odi-9276487#publisher=newsstand

Shoaib Akhtar has backed India to annihilate Pakistan in their much-talked-about Asia Cup 2025 clash. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-is-going-to-hammer-you-shoaib-akhtars-blunt-reminder-to-pakistan-ahead-of-asia-cup-clash-9271535#publisher=newsstand

After restricting Bangladesh to 139 for five, Sri Lanka crossed the finish line with 32 balls and six wickets to spare to record a commanding win, making 140 for four in 14.4 overs. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sri-lanka-crush-bangladesh-by-six-wickets-to-record-commanding-win-in-asia-cup-9272713#publisher=newsstand

The first of the three-ODIs between India and Australia will take place on Sunday at New Chandigarh source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/harmanpreet-kaur-embraces-australia-challenge-ahead-of-womens-odi-world-cup-9272454#publisher=newsstand

India vs Pakistan cricket match tickets for any multi-nation event have been the first to sell out. However, ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 clash on Sunday, its different source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-vs-pakistan-boycott-calls-real-reason-behind-empty-asia-cup-stadiums-ex-india-star-delves-deep-9267976#publisher=newsstand

Wicketkeeper batter Mohammad Haris struck a fluent half-century to guide Pakistan to an emphatic 93-run win over minnows Oman in a Group A Asia Cup match. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/updated-asia-cup-group-a-points-table-after-pakistans-win-over-oman-india-are-at-9267862#publisher=newsstand

With Test captain Shubman Gill also part of the squad, there was speculation whether Sanju Samson would make it into the side. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/r-ashwin-discloses-gautam-gambhirs-project-sanju-samson-before-india-vs-pakistan-asia-cup-mega-clash-9261136#publisher=newsstand

Bangladesh beat Hong Kong by seven wickets to begin their campaign in the Asia Cup on a winning note. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/captain-litton-das-leads-bangladesh-to-emphatic-win-over-hong-kong-in-asia-cup-9261395#publisher=newsstand

The UAE collapsed to 57 all out in 13.1 overs and India gunned down a rather small target in just 4.3 overs in their opening Asia Cup 2025 clash. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/if-arshdeep-singh-cant-make-the-xi-uae-coach-lalchand-rajputs-stunning-remark-on-team-india-9254213#publisher=newsstand

India's right-arm pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled a lethal delivery to get better of United Arab Emirates batter Alishan Sharafu during the second match of Asia Cup 2025. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-rattles-uae-stars-off-stump-for-cold-revenge-watch-9253268#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma may not return to action as early as anticipated. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohli-rohit-sharmas-early-return-excitement-cut-short-report-makes-major-claim-highly-unlikely-9244825#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha broke the silence about playing the format without the nation's batting bigwigs Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/things-are-coming-together-pakistan-t20i-captain-salman-agha-on-life-after-babar-rizwan-9245818#publisher=newsstand

Shubman Gill's Punjab and India teammate Abhishek Sharma, a very close friend of his since age-group cricket days, wished him a very happy birthday by humorously gifting him a red rose source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bully-shubman-gill-gets-special-wish-from-sister-shahneel-on-26th-birthday-9239665#publisher=newsstand

India and Pakistan can potentially face each other a total of three times in the Asia Cup 2025. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ndtv-exclusive-bcci-breaks-silence-on-refusal-to-boycott-pakistan-in-asia-cup-2025-9234931#publisher=newsstand

Is MS Dhoni all set for a big-screen debut? Well, a teaser released by Bollywood star R Madhavan that has Dhoni alongside him in the role of an officer has sent social media into overdrive. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ms-dhoni-all-set-for-big-screen-debut-new-teaser-of-captain-cool-sends-internet-into-overdrive-9232437#publisher=newsstand

South Africa suffered the heaviest loss in ODI history as England dismissed the tourists for just 72 in a 342-run victory. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/south-africa-suffer-embarrassing-defeat-against-england-in-3rd-odi-9233782#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli was the sole India player not present at BCCI's Centre of Excellent (CoE) for the Test, as he was reportedly examined in London. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/amid-virat-kohlis-fitness-test-controversy-ex-india-star-hits-bullseye-if-someone-9228878#publisher=newsstand

Zimbabwe bowled Sri Lanka out for the latter's second-lowest T20I total ever. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/zimbabwe-bundle-sri-lanka-out-for-just-80-level-t20i-series-after-stunning-victory-9228846#publisher=newsstand

Suryakumar Yadav last featured in the T20I version of the Asia Cup back in 2022 and was the eighth-highest run-getter with 139 runs in five matches at an average of 34.75 and a strike rate of 163.52. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-didnt-have-ajinkya-rahane-makes-blunt-asia-cup-remark-on-india-captain-9222642#publisher=newsstand

Former BCCI president N Srinivasan recently made his return to cricket administration, after he was named chairman by CSK. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/n-srinivasan-in-touch-with-ms-dhoni-report-claims-behind-the-scene-movement-at-csk-9224346#publisher=newsstand

Defending champions India had a full-fledged practice session at the ICC Academy in Dubai on Friday as they put the finishing touches to their Asia Cup preparations. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/team-india-begins-asia-cup-preparations-with-nets-in-dubai-9224912#publisher=newsstand

Fakhar Zaman cracked a robust 77 and spinner Abrar Ahmed registered career-best figures as Pakistan reached the T20I tri-series final with a 31-run win over... source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/fakhar-zaman-and-abrar-ahmed-star-as-pakistan-defeat-uae-to-reach-t20i-tri-series-final-9219259#publisher=newsstand

Preity Zinta is the co-owner of the Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rajasthan-royals-pacer-reveals-preity-zintas-thoughtful-gesture-from-ipl-2017-it-has-axar-patel-connection-9219022#publisher=newsstand

In a five-year old video, Irfan Pathan can be seen talking about how he exited the Indian team under MS Dhoni source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/me-and-ms-dhoni-will-sit-and-smoke-irfan-pathans-epic-reply-on-hookah-question-amid-row-9212410#publisher=newsstand

Former South Africa all-rounder Chris Morris has tipped Aiden Markram to be the most sought-after player at the upcoming SA20 season four auction. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/aiden-markram-will-be-the-most-sought-after-player-in-sa20-auction-chris-morris-9209576#publisher=newsstand

After the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, rumours started doing the rounds that Sanju Samson, a long-time RR loyalist, had asked the franchise to release him ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bad-news-loading-for-sanju-samson-report-says-star-will-lose-ipl-captaincy-in-rajasthan-royals-9205649#publisher=newsstand

Mitchell Starc, Australia's marquee pacer, has announced his decision to quit T20 international cricket. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mitchell-starc-drops-shock-t20i-retirement-bomb-wants-to-focus-on-tests-odis-9199975#publisher=newsstand

India bowling all-rounder Harshal Patel is set for a fresh start as he returns to his roots, signing with Gujarat for the 2025-26 domestic season. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/full-circle-for-harshal-patel-gujarat-sign-him-for-upcoming-domestic-season-9199186#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma last played an ODI for India during the successful Champions Trophy campaign in March 2025. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/cheteshwar-pujaras-ultimate-verdict-on-virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-odi-future-they-also-know-9191111#publisher=newsstand