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Jan

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India U19 register swift victory in rain marred first ODI against South Africa

India U19 took on South Africa U19 in the first ODI of the ongoing three-game series. After a good showing with the bat in the first innings, the Men in Blue managed to win the game after rain played spoilsport in the run chase. New Delhi: The three-game youth ODI series between India U19 and South Africa U19 kicked off with the sides facing off at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, on January 3. The clash began with India coming in to bat first after losing the toss, and the side got off to a subpar start to the game.  Aaron George…

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Lockie Ferguson’s T20 World Cup 2026 participation in doubt after injury setback

With the T20 World Cup 2026 all set to kick off on February 7, New Zealand Cricket has been hit with a major roadblock after star pacer Lockie Ferguson was injured during the ILT20 season, and faces a race against time to be fit in time for the tournament. New Delhi: With the T20 World Cup 2026 rapidly approaching, New Zealand cricket has been hit with a major blow, as Lockie Ferguson’s participation in the upcoming edition of the World Cup has been put into doubt after the recent injury that he sustained in the ILT20 2025-26.  It is worth…

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Why was Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped from India’s ODI squad to face New Zealand? Check details

With the BCCI announcing India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, let us have a look as to why star batter Ruturaj Gaikwad was dropped from the Men in Blue's ODI squad for the upcoming series. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) recently came forward and announced India’s squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. With the squad announced, many big names were included in the side, but the exclusion of ace batter Ruturaj Gaikwad was noticed by many fans.  It is worth noting that Gaikwad’s exclusion comes as a…

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BCCI remains non-committal over Bangladesh tour after Mustafizur Rahman row

With the BCCI asking KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the IPL 2026, the board remains non-committal over their participation in the upcoming Bangladesh tour due to the political discourse between the two nations. New Delhi: The diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh seem to be heading towards an all-time low, due to the political discourse between the two countries and the rapidly deteriorating relations between them. Recently, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) asked IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders to remove Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the IPL 2026. It is worth…

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Kolkata Knight Riders issue statement after releasing Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of IPL 2026

IPL (Indian Premier League) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders took centre stage and released a statement where they confirmed the release of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad after the BCCI's directive. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took centre stage and directed the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the IPL 2026. It is worth noting that KKR roped in Rahman for Rs 9.2 crore, but they will be unable to avail themselves of the pacer’s services for the upcoming edition of the tournament.  With…

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BCCI announces India squad for New Zealand ODI series, Rohit-Virat set to feature

The BCCI announced India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. The two sides will lock horns across three ODIs, and Shubman Gill will be leading the side. The likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature in the series as well. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took centre stage and announced India's squad for the upcoming three-game ODI series against New Zealand. Shubman Gill will be leading the side, with Rohit and Virat set to feature as well. All-rounder Hardik Pandya has not been selected in the squad to manage…

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Jan

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IND U19 vs SA U19 live cricket score: India U19 vs South Africa U19 1st Youth ODI Live Updates, streaming, scorecard

IND U19 vs SA U19 live score: The first Youth ODI between India and South Africa got underway today in Benoni. Vaibhav Suryavanshi is leading the Indian team as South Africa U19 won the toss and opted to field first. New Delhi: IND U19 vs SA U19 live score: The first Youth ODI between India and South Africa got underway today in Benoni as South Africa opted to bowl first after winning the toss. Vaibhav Suryavanshi is leading India U19 for the first time and has become the youngest captain in the history of the game. Can he lead India…

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Hardik Pandya smashes maiden century in One-Day cricket, scores 133 runs in Vijay Hazare Trophy vs Vidarbha

Hardik Pandya notched up his first-ever century in List A cricket today, scoring a ton off just 68 balls for Baroda against Vidarbha. He smashed 133 runs off just 92 balls with 11 sixes and eight fours as his knock propelled Baroda to a total closer to 300. Rajkot: Hardik Pandya played his first One-Day game today, since the ICC Champions Trophy last year, and smashed his first-ever century in the 50-over format in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Baroda against Vidarbha. He came out to bat at number seven when his team was in tatters at 71/5 in the…

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Why is Vaibhav Suryavanshi not playing for Bihar in Vijay Hazare Trophy?

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not feature in Bihar's today's match against Mizoram in the Vijay Hazare Trophy Plate Group clash. This is the final league stage clash in the Plate Group as Bihar aim to continue their domination in the tournament. But why is Vaibhav Suryavanshi not playing today? Ranchi: The fifth round of matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy are underway today, even as the Plate Group teams feature for one last time in the league stage. Bihar are playing against Mizoram and will be looking to register their fifth consecutive win this season. However, they will have to do…

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3 players who can replace Mustafizur Rahman in KKR squad for IPL 2026

After massive outrage over the selection of Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman, BCCI has instructed the KKR to release the cricketer from the squad for IPL 2026. Here are three players who can replace Mustafizur Rahman in the KKR squad for the next IPL season. New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today asked the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release their Bangladesh recruit, Mustafizur Rahman, from their squad for the next edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). There was massive outrage over the fast bowler's selection amid the growing civil unrest in Bangladesh, even as…

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