It was Abhishek's 39-ball 74 and 105-run stand with vice-captain Shubman Gill which helped India secure a convincing six-wicket win over Pakistan in the Super Four opener during the Asia Cup. Before this, it was his quick cameos powering India to fine starts in the powerplay. He is the top-run-getter in the tournament, with 173 runs in four matches at an average of 43.25 with a strike rate of 208.43, with a half-century.
The Pakistan's explosive pace duo of Shaheen and Haris registered their names in history during their side's Asia Cup Super Four clash against Sri Lanka at Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. During the match, Shaheen emerged as the top wicket-taker with 3/28 in four overs, while Rauf took 2/37 in his four overs.
A statement from the ECB said, 'The England Men's selection panel has named a 16-strong squad for the 2025/26 Ashes tour of Australia. Harry Brook has been confirmed as England's vice-captain for the Ashes tour, replacing Ollie Pope.'
India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah getting rest in the business end of the Asia Cup remains 'unlikely' on the eve of their second Super Fours fixture against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday.
India will be taking on Bangladesh in their second Asia Cup Super Four stage clash on Wednesday, having beaten Pakistan by six wickets in a comprehensive run-chase of 172 runs two days back. It was Rauf who also headlines on and off the field for a controversial gesture that he used to taunt Indian fans. In the second innings, Rauf, who was stationed near the boundary rope, responded to the jeers from Indian spectators by lifting his fingers to indicate '0-6', a reference to Pakistan's groundless claims that they downed six Indian fighter jets during the four-day clash at the border after Operation Sindoor in May this year.
Her journey from battling cerebral palsy to becoming one of the country's brightest stars in para-athletics stands as a beacon of determination and excellence. Born with cerebral palsy, Preeti has defied all odds with her relentless spirit and dedication. With personal bests of 14.21 seconds in the 100m and 30.01 seconds in the 200m T35 sprint categories, she secured two historic bronze medals in Paris, putting India prominently on the global para-sports map, as per a press release from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI).
Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh, the father of World Cup-winning all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, has advised Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill to try batting at least 15 overs and not leave the match unfinished during a chase.
With each passing day, the anticipation around the tournament continues to grow, considering India will host the World Para Athletics Championship for the first time
India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who is thriving in a purple patch, became just the second player from the nation to reach 800 rating points in the ICC women's ODI rankings.
Rauf's gestures were seen as a taunt to the Indian fans, who were chanting 'Kohli, Kohli' during the match
Over 100 men's players and over 100 women's players will be in the spotlight. With a salary cap of Rs four crores for men's teams and Rs two crores for women's teams, every move at the bidding table will count. Each squad will consist of 20 players (2 goalkeepers + 18 outfield players), with a maximum of 7 overseas recruits and a minimum of 3 Indian juniors, ensuring opportunities for the next generation, as per a Hockey India press release.
Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is just three wickets away from 100 T20I wickets for his team and will be the second Indian cricketer to achieve the milestone once he reaches the target.
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and opted to bowl against Sri Lanka in their crucial Super Fours fixture at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in the ongoing Asia Cup in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.
Arjun Tendulkar, representing the Goa Cricket Association, dismissed Rahul Dravid's son Samit Dravid during the K Thimmapaiah Memorial Tournament match at Alur.
The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 promises to be a thrilling blend of fast-paced cricket, international stars and unmatched entertainment, reinforcing its reputation as one of the most exciting short-format tournaments in the world
Bird had officiated in 66 Tests and 69 ODIs during a career that spanned from 1973 to 1996
Having long been recognised as India's leading backstroker, the 24-year-old is shifting his focus this season to freestyle.
The report highlights that off the field, the SA20 continues to make a substantial impact on the greater South African economy, with an increase in contributions across Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Direct Expenditure, Household Income and Job Creation, as per a SA20 press release.
The championship marks a new chapter in India's ability to stage global competitions of such scale, further strengthening the nation's position as a hub for international sports. Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs, Raksha Khadse, also joined Dr Mandaviya in meeting and interacting with the athletes. Several senior officials from the Local Organising Committee, Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and the Sports Ministry also attended the inspection, as per a press release from Sports Authority of India (SAI).
Captain Nathan McSweeney's composed 74 and Jack Edwards' fiery 88 fuelled Australia A to 350/9 against India A after the end of the opening day of the second multi-day fixture in Lucknow.
Bird had a long association with Yorkshire, starting his first-class career with the county in 1956
A statement issued by Yorkshire Cricket said, 'It is with profound sadness that The Yorkshire County Cricket Club announces the passing of Harold Dennis 'Dickie' Bird MBE OBE, one of cricket's most beloved figures, who died peacefully at home at the age of 92.'
The suspension list includes some of the most prominent names in Indian golf. Bhullar, one of India's most successful golfers, has represented the country at the Olympic Games and is a multiple-time Asian Tour winner. His suspension, alongside players such as Aman Raj, Harendra Gupta, Karandeep Kochhar and Sachin Baisoya, has led to distress across the golfing community.
The 13th leg of the WPGT ahead of the HWIO is a kind of a marquee event with a huge purse of Rs. 23 lakhs and has a field of 44 players
In the opening game of day 13, here at the Olympian Surjit Singh Hockey Stadium, Roundglass Hockey Academy defeated SDAT Hockey Academy 5-1. The second match produced the most drama of the day, with SGPC Hockey Academy defeating Naval Tata Hockey Academy 5-4 in a shootout after a thrilling 5-5 draw
The eight-team ICC Women's ODI Cricket World Cup 2025 is scheduled to take place from September 30 to November 2 in India and Sri Lanka. Navi Mumbai, Guwahati, Indore and Visakhapatnam are the four host venues in India, while in Sri Lanka, Colombo is the only venue. All Pakistan matches will be held in the island nation.
With Pakistan taking on South Africa and India meeting Australia, players across the four countries enjoyed their moves, particularly with the bat, as runs flowed across the two series.
The auction is scheduled for October 1 in Dubai. Ashwin is among the 24 Indians on the auction longlist, which has almost 800 players as of now. A final list will be prepared this week once the ILT20 receives the wishlist from each franchise, as per ESPNcricinfo.
India's badminton star and former men's singles World No.1 Kidambi Srikanth has officially joined the Hyderabad Pickleball League (HPL) as an investor and partner in the franchise Nandi Chargers.
Australia all-rounder Grace Harris has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup with a calf strain sustained during Australia's fielding innings against India in the third ODI on Saturday.