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Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi made a bizarre claim regarding the Pakistan government's U-turn on boycotting the T20 World Cup 2026 game against India. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/icc-took-a-step-back-ex-pcb-chiefs-bizarre-claim-on-t20-world-cup-boycott-u-turn-10985692#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan called off its boycott of the match against India late on Monday night. The two teams will meet in a marquee contest in Colombo on February 15. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-star-issues-warning-to-india-ahead-of-t20-world-cup-clash-same-mindset-10984517#publisher=newsstand

Opener Sahibzada Farhan hit a solid half-century while spinner Usman Tariq grabbed three wickets as Pakistan downed the United States by 32 runs in a T20 World Cup Group A game in Colombo on Tuesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sahibzada-farhan-spinners-lead-pakistan-to-easy-usa-win-in-t20-world-cup-10984351#publisher=newsstand

Some significant changes have occurred in the BCCI's annual player retainership 2025-26, with the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma being demoted and Shubman Gill being promoted. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bcci-central-contract-2025-26-full-list-who-moved-up-who-moved-down-and-who-got-the-axe-10976789#publisher=newsstand

Nepal captain Rohit Paudel expressed pride in his team's fearless approach and fighting spirit despite a heartbreaking four-run defeat to two-time champion England. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/disappointment-is-there-but-very-proud-of-the-team-nepal-captain-rohit-paudel-after-narrow-loss-to-england-10970359#publisher=newsstand

India batter KL Rahul hit a fine half-century to hand Karnataka a slight edge over Mumbai at stumps on the third day of their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal in Mumbai on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ranji-trophy-round-up-kl-rahuls-unbeaten-fifty-hands-karnataka-edge-against-mumbai-10969978#publisher=newsstand

Having shown how to bat on a slightly difficult surface, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav didn't hesitate to admit that the batting unit could have been "smarter and better" during the defending champions' 29-run win against USA. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-gives-team-india-blunt-reality-check-after-usa-give-big-scare-in-t20-world-cup-opener-10966994#publisher=newsstand

India captain Suryakumar Yadav provided a concerning update regarding the health status of key players of the squad. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/high-fever-for-jasprit-bumrah-abhishek-sharma-under-the-weather-suryakumar-yadavs-concerning-update-10966914#publisher=newsstand

Suryakumar Yadav batting just like he does and Mohammed Siraj's incisive first spell headlined defending champions India's scratchy 29-run win against the United States of America despite a stunning top-order collapse source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-points-table-india-take-huge-net-run-rate-lead-over-pakistan-with-win-vs-usa-10966827#publisher=newsstand

West Indies coach Daren Sammy returned to the city where he lifted their T20 World Cup for the second time a decade ago and immediately made one thing clear: any team harbouring title hopes must first get past hosts India source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/nobody-is-winning-if-they-dont-go-through-india-two-time-t20-world-cup-winning-captain-darren-sammys-warning-10961655#publisher=newsstand

Anurag Thakur served as President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from May 2015 to February 2017. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/supreme-court-lifts-ban-on-anurag-thakur-from-participating-in-bcci-affairs-10954046#publisher=newsstand

The turmoil regarding Pakistan boycotting their group-stage T20 World Cup match against India has pushed global cricket to the brink source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-raise-eyebrow-over-pakistan-boycotting-india-match-at-t20-world-cup-did-not-want-such-losses-10948097#publisher=newsstand

Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar spent time motivating the Mumbai Ranji team on Wednesday as the 42-time champions gear up for their quarter-final match against Karnataka. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sachin-tendulkar-interacts-with-mumbai-players-ahead-of-ranji-trophy-quarter-final-vs-karnataka-10947224#publisher=newsstand

The ex-India star is confident that Pakistan will play their T20 World Cup 2026 clash against India on February 15 in Colombo. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-will-backtrack-over-next-4-5-days-ex-india-stars-stunning-claim-on-t20-world-cup-boycott-10939411#publisher=newsstand

Delhi Capitals put up an all-round display to extend their remarkable consistency, storming into a fourth consecutive Women's Premier League final with a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator on Tuesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/jemimah-rodrigues-delhi-capitals-beat-gujarat-giants-to-march-into-4th-straight-wpl-final-10940975#publisher=newsstand

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar took a light-hearted dig at the Pakistan Cricket Board following its decision to boycott the T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage match against India. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/known-to-make-u-turns-sunil-gavaskar-mocks-pakistan-over-india-boycott-stance-10929647#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan announced on Sunday that they will be taking part in the T20 World Cup 2026 but will boycott the group stage match against India on February 15. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/why-uganda-can-replace-pakistan-in-t20-world-cup-2026-if-icc-takes-strict-decision-10932473#publisher=newsstand

The International Cricket Council is set to take a slew of punitive actions against Pakistan in the wake of their government's decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India, including a possible ban from the upcoming edition of the marquee event. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/psl-ban-financial-sanctions-what-next-for-pakistan-after-t20-world-cup-2026-decision-10927780#publisher=newsstand

Delhi Capitals huffed and puffed but eventually got over the line in a modest run-chase by five wickets to beat UP Warriorz and make their way into the Eliminator clash. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/delhi-capitals-beat-up-warriorz-reach-wpl-2026-eliminator-mumbai-indians-knocked-out-10927881#publisher=newsstand

The U-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe will not just witness another clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan, but something much bigger will be at stake. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-vs-pakistan-u19-world-cup-semi-final-scenario-icc-reveals-exact-win-margin-to-seal-last-spot-10921415#publisher=newsstand

Amid the controversy surrounding Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup cricket in India, the BCB imposed restrictions on the entry of Bangladeshi journalists into the stadium. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-cricket-board-imposes-restrictions-on-journalists-access-to-stadium-10920780#publisher=newsstand

Ricky Ponting believes the India star's inexperience at ICC events might actually help him. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ricky-ponting-tips-india-star-as-player-of-the-tournament-for-t20-world-cup-2026-10921789#publisher=newsstand

The growing trend of visiting teams from SENA countries leaving out key players for series in Pakistan has raised concerns in the Pakistani cricket circles particularly after a new-look Australia side lost the first T20I by 22 runs. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-cricket-feels-insulted-ahead-of-t20-world-cup-2026-reason-is-not-india-10914913#publisher=newsstand

Gujarat Giants finally broke their jinx against defending champions Mumbai Indians with an 11-run victory to seal a spot in the Women's Premier League Eliminator. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/wpl-2026-gujarat-giants-seal-eliminator-berth-with-first-ever-win-over-mumbai-indians-10916718#publisher=newsstand

T20 World Cup 2026 kicks off on February 7, with the final set to be played on March 8. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sri-lanka-breaks-silence-on-icc-bangladesh-t20-world-cup-2026-row-10909865#publisher=newsstand

Former champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru hammered UP Warriorz by eight wickets to enter the WPL final and virtually knock the opposition out of the playoff race. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/nadine-de-klerk-grace-harris-star-as-rcb-hammer-up-warriorz-to-enter-wpl-2026-final-10909780#publisher=newsstand

There has been a lot of chatter around Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir's future following the home ODI series loss against New Zealand. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bcci-breaks-silence-on-gautam-gambhir-sacking-rumours-140-crore-cricket-experts-10900141#publisher=newsstand

Washington Sundar has resumed batting in the nets as part of his rehabilitation from a rib injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/washington-sundar-resumes-batting-in-recovery-from-rib-injury-10901732#publisher=newsstand

Shivam Dube flickered brightly with a fifty of exceptional quality but it was insufficient to prevent India's 50-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20I in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/shivam-dubes-fiery-fifty-in-vain-as-new-zealand-beat-india-by-50-runs-in-4th-t20i-10902592#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan could end up facing a USD 38 million legal battle with the broadcaster if they decide to boycott the India match in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-staring-at-38-million-lawsuit-over-india-match-boycott-talks-in-t20-world-cup-10892185#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan are yet to receive the government clearance to participate in the T20 World Cup 2026. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/hey-pakistan-dont-come-mohsin-naqvi-warned-by-indian-world-cup-winner-over-t20-world-cup-remarks-10886692#publisher=newsstand

Harry Brook and Joe Root hit contrasting centuries in a 53-run win over Sri Lanka to seal England's 2-1 one-day international series victory Tuesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/harry-brook-slams-stunning-66-ball-136-leads-england-to-2-1-odi-series-win-over-sri-lanka-10895896#publisher=newsstand

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) continues to stay in the limelight following the national team's dismissal from the upcoming T20 World Cup. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-cricketers-feel-cheated-as-official-behind-indian-agent-slur-reinstated-10887404#publisher=newsstand

The BCCI has issued a strict diktat to India players to appear in domestic cricket when not on national duty but the senior MCA official revealed Jaiswal has not responded to their approaches to know about his availability for some group stage matches. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/yashasvi-jaiswal-picking-and-choosing-non-responsive-big-reason-emerges-behind-india-stars-ranji-trophy-absence-10883650#publisher=newsstand

England registered a dominant win over Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka secured a close win over Afghanistan in their Super 6 stage matches at the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/england-sri-lanka-register-victories-in-super-6-stage-of-u19-cricket-world-cup-2026-10889255#publisher=newsstand

Jasprit Bumrah returned figures of 3 for 17 while bowling four overs during the third T20I against New Zealand in Guwahati. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sunil-gavaskar-goes-beyond-limits-in-unique-praise-for-the-best-jasprit-bumrah-10883747#publisher=newsstand

Cape Town is officially 'Finals Ready' as The City of Cape Town celebrates its role as Host City for the SA20 showpiece source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/cape-town-celebrates-sold0out-sa20-final-as-official-host-city-10880413#publisher=newsstand

The ICC on Saturday confirmed that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the next month's T20 World Cup to be jointly held in India and Sri Lanka. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladeshs-first-reaction-after-iccs-t20-world-cup-verdict-tried-in-our-own-way-10879973#publisher=newsstand

His injury adds to Australia's growing list of concerns in the pace bowling department, with Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins also managing fitness issues. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/blow-for-australia-as-star-pacer-suffers-injury-weeks-ahead-of-t20-world-cup-10865031#publisher=newsstand

Sarfaraz Khan and Siddhesh Lad compiled superlative hundreds to power table-toppers Mumbai to a commanding 332 for 4 on day one of their Ranji Trophy match against Hyderabad. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ranji-trophy-ton-up-sarfaraz-khan-siddhesh-lad-power-mumbai-to-332-4-against-hyderabad-10833805#publisher=newsstand

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam is hoping for a 'miracle' after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected the request to shift their T20 World Cup 2026 matches away from India. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-hoping-for-a-miracle-after-icc-rejects-t20-world-cup-request-10804754#publisher=newsstand

Dashing opener Abhishek Sharma said he does not believe in range-hitting and instead backs his instincts and timing. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dont-feel-my-role-is-high-risk-abhishek-sharma-after-match-winning-84-off-35-vs-new-zealand-10806860#publisher=newsstand

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav's poor form with the bat in recent months has been a big talking point, and Rohit Sharma also weighed in on the matter. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rohit-sharma-minces-no-words-provides-big-warning-over-suryakumar-yadavs-poor-form-batting-lineup-suffers-10795253#publisher=newsstand

Indian cricket team star batter Tilak Varma will join the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru on Tuesday as he continues his recovery from injury, according to a report. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/good-news-for-team-india-report-reveals-major-injury-update-for-tilak-varma-ahead-of-t20-world-cup-10792196#publisher=newsstand

Only one win in the first five matches can be deflating. The Sourav Ganguly-coached Pretoria Capitals (PC) went through those emotions in the first 10 days of SA20 Season 4 source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/late-blooming-capitals-aim-to-stop-in-form-quinton-de-kock-in-sa20-durban-showdown-10794924#publisher=newsstand

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has not held any talks with Scotland about possibly replacing Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup 2026, according to a report. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/scotland-react-to-possibly-replacing-bangladesh-in-t20-world-cup-2026-amid-ongoing-controversy-10788541#publisher=newsstand

Gautami Naik struck a fine half-century to steer Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a 61-run win over Gujarat Giants and ensure a top-three finish in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/gautami-naik-sayali-satghare-star-as-rcb-clinch-5th-straight-win-ensure-wpl-2026-playoffs-berth-10788293#publisher=newsstand

Fans around the world are eagerly waiting for the start of the biggest cricket carnival - the Indian Premier League (IPL). source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ahead-of-ipl-2026-ex-csk-star-opens-up-on-match-fixing-allegations-10773234#publisher=newsstand

Shubman Gill's captaincy received criticism from former India player Ajinkya Rahane, as New Zealand posted 338 in the third ODI. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/former-india-captain-ajinkya-rahane-tears-shubman-gill-apart-points-out-major-mistake-in-3rd-odi-missed-a-trick-10775040#publisher=newsstand

A final call regarding Bangladesh's participation in the ICC T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka and particularly the team travelling to India, would be taken on January 21. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-given-deadline-by-icc-to-resolve-t20-world-cup-row-report-makes-big-claim-10775980#publisher=newsstand

Atharva Taide's hundred of rare brilliance in alliance with a disciplined bowling effort powered Vidarbha to a facile 38-run win over Saurashtra and to their maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy title. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/atharva-taides-century-leads-vidarbha-to-vijay-hazare-trophy-triumph-10775681#publisher=newsstand

The Big Bash League (BBL) controversy involving Babar Azam and Steve Smith took a fresh turn with a report claiming that the entire incident led to tense scenes in the Sydney Sixers dressing room. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/babar-azam-felt-disrespected-by-steve-smiths-action-report-reveals-explosive-details-10771184#publisher=newsstand

Shreyanka Patil and batter Bharti Fulmali on Saturday returned to the Indian T20I squad while wicketkeeper G Kamalini and left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma earned maiden ODI call-ups for the white-ball tour of Australia next month. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/g-kamalini-earn-maiden-odi-call-up-vs-australia-shreyanka-patil-returns-to-t20i-squad-10771736#publisher=newsstand

Senior Bangladesh cricketer Mohammad Mithun, who has led the boycott protests against the country's cricket board following disparaging remarks by top official M. Najmul Islam, has revealed that he has received life threats amid the unrest source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/life-threat-given-to-mohammad-mithun-voice-of-bangladesh-cricketers-in-protest-against-m-najmul-islam-board-reacts-10766921#publisher=newsstand

WPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru rode on a century partnership between Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh before off-spinner Shreyanka Patil produced a magical five-wicket haul to beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs and register their third consecutive win. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/shreyanka-patil-claims-record-five-wicket-haul-to-hand-rcb-32-run-win-over-gujarat-giants-10766805#publisher=newsstand

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 has already served up its fair share of tactical intrigue, but nothing sparked more debate than Harleen Deol being 'retired out' against Delhi Capitals. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/wpl-2026-abhishek-nayar-breaks-silence-on-harleen-deol-retired-out-episode-10763234#publisher=newsstand

M Nazmul Islam was relieved of his duties by the BCB on Thursday, a day after he labeled Tamim Iqbal, who played 70 Tests, 243 ODIs, and 78 T20Is for Bangladesh, as an "Indian agent." source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-top-official-blasts-fired-cricket-board-director-over-indian-agent-row-10759597#publisher=newsstand

Harleen Deol bounced back from the disappointment of being retired out with a match-winning half century 24 hours later as UP Warriorz downed defending champions Mumbai Indians by seven wickets for their first victory of WPL 2026. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/wpl-2026-harleen-deol-who-was-retired-out-in-previous-game-leads-up-warriorz-to-7-wicket-win-over-mi-women-10760575#publisher=newsstand

Lizelle Lee was at her destructive best for the second game in a row as Delhi Capitals defeated UP Warriorz by seven wickets for their first win of the 2026 Women's Premier League in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/delhi-capitals-secure-first-win-of-wpl-2026-after-scratchy-run-chase-10751560#publisher=newsstand

Following his side's loss to New Zealand in the second ODI, Indian skipper Shubman Gill also reflected on his team's lack of wickets in the middle overs. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/always-makes-you-lose-shubman-gill-on-india-dropping-catches-during-second-odi-vs-new-zealand-10751427#publisher=newsstand

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc made a heartwarming post on social media after his wife Alyssa Healy announced her retirement from international cricket. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mitchell-starc-wins-internet-with-3-word-post-after-wife-alyssa-healy-announces-cricket-retirement-10744897#publisher=newsstand

Harmanpreet Kaur produced a batting masterclass with an unbeaten 71 to lead Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants - their highest successful chase in the Women's Premier League source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/harmanpreet-kaur-reaches-huge-milestone-with-10th-wpl-half-century-as-mi-clinch-record-win-over-gujarat-giants-10745072#publisher=newsstand

SA20 served up yet another nail-biting encounter on Sunday with Durban's Super Giants edging home by two wickets over Sunrisers Eastern Cape source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/durbans-super-giants-win-a-thriller-to-stay-in-sa20-playoffs-contention-10735785#publisher=newsstand

Scott Edwards will lead the Netherlands in next month's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, as the Dutch named an experienced 15-member squad on Monday source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/scott-edwards-to-lead-netherlands-in-t20-world-cup-10738465#publisher=newsstand

Devdutt Padikkal is in tremendous form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. In eight matches so far, the Karnataka batter has slammed 721 runs at an average of 103 source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/devdutt-padikkal-achieves-massive-50-over-format-first-in-indian-cricket-10736843#publisher=newsstand

The strained India-Bangladesh ties have disrupted cricket equipment distribution and apparel supply chains, causing financial setbacks for Bangladesh sports industry. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/after-sponsorship-setback-bangladesh-set-for-another-financial-blow-amid-india-conflict-report-10668642#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli slammed 93 off 91 to help India win the first ODI against New Zealand on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohli-gives-brutally-honest-answer-on-chasing-down-sachin-tendulkars-records-10690628#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli reigned supreme once again with a 91-ball 93 and skipper Shubman Gill hit 56 but India huffed and puffed before completing a nervy four-wicket win against New Zealand in the opening ODI of the three-match series. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohlis-93-sets-up-indias-nervy-four-wicket-win-in-1st-odi-against-new-zealand-10683297#publisher=newsstand

Virat Kohli came face-to-face with a child who looks strikingly similar to a young version of Kohli himself, ahead of India's first ODI against New Zealand. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohli-gives-autograph-to-his-childhood-look-alike-fans-left-in-shock-by-viral-video-watch-10596387#publisher=newsstand

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly on Saturday placed his faith on the country's spinners, particularly on Varun Chakravarthy, to play a key role in a successful title defence at the upcoming T20 World Cup source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sourav-ganguly-on-why-india-are-favourites-in-t20-world-cup-10616313#publisher=newsstand

Will Bangladesh play the T20 World Cup 2026? That is the biggest question with less than a month to go for the global event, which starts in India on February 7 source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/even-if-you-send-us-to-mars-bangladesh-t20-world-cup-stars-epic-take-on-venue-row-with-india-10579934#publisher=newsstand

Ireland on Friday announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka and India source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ireland-announce-squad-for-t20-world-cup-2026-paul-stirling-to-lead-10579327#publisher=newsstand

Pakistan Super League (PSL) saw two new teams inducted into the T20 franchise event on Thursday, which until now had six teams. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-cricket-board-gets-bid-for-psl-hyderabad-team-rishabh-pant-and-shreyas-iyers-ipl-salary-almost-same-10546391#publisher=newsstand

West Indies' Jason Holder made his disappointment clear on the on-field tension between India and Pakistan. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/too-much-wi-all-rounder-jason-holder-reignites-asia-cup-2025-trophy-row-makes-ardent-plea-10517343#publisher=newsstand

As the legendary "Fab Four" era featuring Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson enters its final chapter, the cricketing world is buzzing about who will inherit the throne. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-great-picks-india-star-as-future-of-test-cricket-its-not-shubman-gill-10452471#publisher=newsstand

Australia vs England Live, 5th Test Day 5: While the Three Lions have already lost the series, they will aim to register a second consolation win and close it at 2-3. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-vs-england-live-score-updates-5th-test-day-5-eng-vs-aus-live-scorecard-jacob-bethell-travis-head-10481363#publisher=newsstand

Indian cricket team star batter Rohit Sharma once again rejected a 'vada pav' offer from a fan while training ahead of the New Zealand ODI series. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/fan-offers-vada-pav-to-rohit-sharma-once-again-his-reply-goes-viral-watch-10415582#publisher=newsstand

The International Cricket Council has rejected Bangladesh's demand of moving its T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, NDTV sources have confirmed. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/jay-shahs-icc-takes-stringent-stance-on-bangladeshs-t20-world-cup-demand-issue-warning-sources-10438333#publisher=newsstand

Australia vs England Ashes 5th Test Day 4 Live Score Updates: Australia look to extend their dominance on Day 4 of the fifth Ashes Test encounter against England. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-vs-england-ashe-5th-test-day-4-live-score-updates-aus-vs-eng-live-steve-smith-ben-stokes-10427590#publisher=newsstand

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam on Monday said that "we do not feel secure" about sending the national team to India for the T20 World Cup. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/not-communicating-with-bcci-bangladesh-toughen-stance-after-shaking-up-t20-world-cup-over-mustafizur-rahman-10357330#publisher=newsstand

Australia vs England 5th Ashes Test Day 3 Live Score Updates: Australia look to capitalise on their batting prowess to gain control on Day 3 of the fifth Ashes Test match against England. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-vs-england-5th-test-day-3-live-score-updates-aus-vs-eng-live-travis-head-steve-smith-10359277#publisher=newsstand

Playing his fifth Test in the ongoing Ashes series, Travis Head has become the first batter to rack up 500 in an Ashes series with a strike rate of more than 75. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/travis-head-becomes-1st-batter-to-cross-500-run-mark-in-ashes-with-75-strike-rate-10344214#publisher=newsstand

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Sunday decided against sending its national team to India for the T20 World Cup next month citing security concerns and government advice. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-official-makes-big-remark-on-t20-world-cup-row-howll-they-ensure-security-10301494#publisher=newsstand

Mustafizur Rahman's IPL 2026 journey came to an end even before it started. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/political-factors-were-mentioned-mustafizur-rahmans-kkr-release-explained-by-ex-bangladesh-star-10285752#publisher=newsstand

Ashes 5th Test Live Cricket Score Updates: Harry Brook and Joe Root led England's fightback after an all-pace Australian attack struck early in Sydney. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/australia-vs-england-5th-ashes-test-live-score-brook-root-help-england-recover-in-1st-session-10270900#publisher=newsstand

Teenager Ibrahim Mbaye scored four minutes after coming off the bench to clinch a 3-1 victory for Senegal over Sudan in Tangiers on Saturday in the first Africa Cup of Nations last-16 match. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/teen-ibrahim-mbaye-seals-african-cup-of-nations-last-16-victory-for-senegal-over-sudan-10259289#publisher=newsstand

Monty Panesar has opined that BCCI should have planned a farewell Test for batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and off-spin great Ravichandran Ashwin, stating that the trio deserved a much better ending for their contributions to the game. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ex-england-star-takes-retirement-dig-at-bcci-namedrops-rohit-sharma-and-virat-kohli-10199191#publisher=newsstand

India could be playing a Pink Ball Day/Night Test when they visit Sri Lanka for a long-form series next time. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sri-lanka-cricket-plans-day-night-tests-at-ssc-ground-in-colombo-report-10204875#publisher=newsstand

Sarfaraz Khan on Wednesday smashed 157 off 75 balls for Mumbai in their Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Goa in Jaipur. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ajit-agarkar-gautam-gambhir-slammed-for-constantly-ignoring-sarfaraz-khan-real-shame-10166450#publisher=newsstand

Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa picked young women's batting sensation Pratika Rawal and hard-hitting number three Tilak Verma as Indian players to watch out for this year. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/robin-uthappa-names-two-promising-young-indian-cricketers-to-watch-out-for-in-2026-10182320#publisher=newsstand