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03

Jan

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BCCI asks KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 squad over Bangladesh row

BCCI has asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has confirmed the development and also confirmed that the franchise will be allowed to sign a replacement as well. New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman from their squad for IPL 2026 after outrage. KKR had bought the left-arm fast bowler for Rs 9.2 crore in the auction last month and was the only Bangladesh player to be picked in the event as well.…

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03

Jan

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Why is Shubman Gill not playing for Punjab vs Sikkim in Vijay Hazare Trophy?

Shubman Gill was widely expected to take the field for Punjab today in the game against Sikkim in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. However, when the playing XI was announced, many were shocked to not see his name. Here's why Gill is not playing today for Punjab vs Sikkim: Jaipur: Shubman Gill was expected to play his first competitive game today since sustaining a neck injury during the first Test against South Africa. He had also reached Jaipur for the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Sikkim in Jaipur. But India's Test and ODI captain has gone missing from the playing…

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03

Jan

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Steve Smith dismisses retirement speculations, says ‘I am just enjoying my cricket’

Australia's stand-in Test captain Steve Smith has confirmed that he is not following Usman Khawaja's footsteps and will not retire from Test cricket as of now. He also stated that he is enjoying his cricket at the moment and there isn't any need to step away. Sydney: Australia's stand-in Test captain Steve Smith has made it clear that he is not retiring from Test cricket anytime soon. He was speaking ahead of the fifth and final Ashes Test against England at the SCG and was asked whether he would also follow Usman Khawaja's footsteps and retire from the longest format of…

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03

Jan

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MI Emirates march into their second ILT20 final as Kieron Pollard creates history as captain

MI Emirates qualified for the final of the International League T20 with a comfortable win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. With this win, Kieron Pollard also created history as captain in the shortest format of the game. He joined the elite list of Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, among others. Sharjah: MI Emirates set the finals date with Desert Vipers in the fourth edition of International League T20 with a comfortable win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the second qualifier in Sharjah. It was yet another comprehensive performance from the 2024 champions as they chased down the modest target of…

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02

Jan

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India’s tour of Bangladesh rescheduled to September 2026, BCB confirms

India were to tour Bangladesh in 2025, but the tour was called off due to the diplomatic standoff between the two nations. The series has now been rescheduled to September 2026. New Delhi: India's tour to Bangladesh has been rescheduled to September 2026, the Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed, as quoted by Cricbuzz.  India were to tour Bangladesh in 2025, but that tour was called off by more than 12 months. That came amidst strained relations between the two countries.  However, the series has now been rescheduled, as the BCB has announced its home season schedule, during which it will host…

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02

Jan

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39-year-old ex-captain makes cut as Zimbabwe announce squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Zimbabwe have been placed in Group B with Australia, Sri Lanka, Ireland and Oman. Zimbabwe had missed out on playing in the 2024 edition as they failed to finish in the top two of the T20 World Cup qualifiers. New Delhi: Zimbabwe have named their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 with 39-year-old former skipper Graeme Cremer making the cut.  Sikandar Raza will be leading the 15-member squad that features a blend of experience with some youth, too. One of the most exciting talents is the 22-year-old batter Brian Bennett, who has just one single-digit score in his…

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02

Jan

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Is Rishabh Pant’s place in India’s ODI squad under threat? Check candidates who can replace him for New Zealand series

Rishabh Pant has not played an ODI since August 2024, but his place as the second wicket-keeper in India's ODI squad is under threat with several candidates emerging fast. India are set to announce their squad for the ODI series against New Zealand. New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is all set to announce India's squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand on January 3. There might not be major changes to the squad that recently won the ODI series against South Africa at home. But there is a likelihood of a couple…

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02

Jan

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Sunil Chhetri, Gurpreet raise voice, foreigners join in appeal to FIFA to ‘save Indian football’

India icon Sunil Chhetri and other star footballers have asked FIFA to intervene and save Indian football amidst the uncertainty over the Indian Super League. The ISL was put on hold in July 2025 due to the non-renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) New Delhi: India legend Sunil Chhetri and star players Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Sandesh Jhingan led the way as footballers raised their voice to save Indian football amidst the uncertainty over the Indian Super League.  The ISL was put on hold in July due to the uncertainty over the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA)…

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02

Jan

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‘No one is going to watch T20 World Cup 2026’: Ravi Ashwin gives warning to ICC

India will look to defend their T20 World Cup title in the upcoming edition at home and in Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin feels that the T20 World Cup 2026 will not be watched by anyone. New Delhi: Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has warned the International Cricket Council (ICC) that the T20 World Cup 2026 will fail to garner viewership due to the continuous scheduling of the global tournaments one after the other. Ashwin, who played for India from 2010 to 2024, highlighted how the scheduling of India's matches in the T20 World Cup will 'pull'…

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02

Jan

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India to play additional T20Is during their Test tour to Sri Lanka to help cyclone-hit regions: Report

India are set to tour Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series later in August. They will now also reportedly play additional T20Is in Sri Lanka in support of relief and recovery efforts following Cyclone Ditwah. New Delhi: India will reportedly play additional T20I matches in Sri Lanka during their Test tour to the island nation later this year in August. This comes as a goodwill gesture of support for relief and recovery efforts following Cyclone Ditwah. The development was confirmed by Sri Lanka Cricket chairman Shammi Silva, who stated that the extra matches will be played when India tour the…

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