Cricket

Pakistan completes a 3-0 sweep of ODI series against South Africa

Opener Saim Ayub hit 101 runs in 94 balls as Pakistan scored 308-9 at the Wanderers in a game reduced to 47 overs by rain. South Africa was all out for 271 in 42 overs

PCB appoints Razzaq to lead nationwide T20 talent scouting program

The program titled "Strike Force" aims to unearth hidden talent from all corners of Pakistan, where T20 remains a popular format.

McSweeney's tough start may lead to return at No. 4 or 5: Vaughan

McSweeney was dismissed by Bumrah four times across six innings and the Australia selectors have replaced him with teenage sensation Sam Konstas for the Melbourne and Sydney Test.

Problems in India's transition: Gautam wants his team, but will he get it?

Indian cricket's big transition has started with Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement.

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Fans wait for Kohli's Kingly' outing at MCG

Kohli made a bright beginning to the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia with a second innings hundred at Perth.

IND vs AUS: Aussie debutant Konstas ready with plan to counter Bumrah

Konstas is unfazed by the challenge of facing Bumrah. "I do have a plan for Bumrah, but I'm not going to share it," he said with confidence.

Champions Trophy 2025 full schedule, IND vs PAK match date, live streaming

Defending champions Pakistan will kick-start their campaign on February 19 against New Zealand before heading to Dubai to lock horns with India. Star Sports will live telecast Champions Trophy matches

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Pakistan match date, venue, live streaming

Disney+ Hotstar will live stream the India vs Pakistan match during the Champions Trophy 2025 with commentary available in multiple languages.

Joe Root returns to ODI cricket for England ahead of series against India

England's poor performance in last year's World Cup, where Root scored just 276 runs at an average of 30.66, led to the decision to explore opportunities for younger players.

Wasn't looking to save the follow-on that day in Brisbane: Akash Deep

With the Indian batters, barring KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, failing once again, the obstinate 47-run partnership between Bumrah and Akash took India past the follow-on mark during the Gabba Test.

Rohit can be dangerous at no. 6: Ravi Shastri ahead of Boxing Day Test

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri emphasized that Rohit should avoid being indecisive about whether to defend or attack.

India beat Bangladesh by 41 runs to clinch Women's U19 T20 Asia Cup title

On a spongy pitch, Trisha's 52 off 47 balls (5x4, 2x6) guided India to 117 for seven, but Indian spinners cut through the Bangladesh line-up to bundle them out for 76 in 18.3 overs.

IND vs AUS: Konstas 'excited' to face Bumrah in Boxing Day Test

Konstas, who was called up to the squad at the expense of opener Nathan McSweeney, is brimming with confidence but plans to approach the challenge without overburdening himself with footage of Bumrah.

IND vs AUS, 4th Test: Why does Shubman Gill need big runs at MCG?

Shubman Gill has played 5 Test matches in Australia between 2020 and 2024, accumulating 319 runs in 9 innings, with one not out. His highest score stands at 91 which he scored at the Gabba.

IND vs AUS: Injury scare for Rohit Sharma ahead of Boxing Day Test

The captain has not been in his best touch, particularly while batting at No. 6, raising doubts about his future in Test cricket.

IND vs AUS: KL Rahul attended to by physio after getting hit on hand

India opener KL Rahul got hit on his hand while batting at the nets here on Saturday and was promptly attended to by the visiting team's physio ahead of the fourth Test against Australia.

IND vs AUS: After Kohli, Australian media targets Jadeja; here's why

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja faces scrutiny from Australian media after a press conference at the MCG on Saturday

Anmolpreet breaks Yusuf Pathan's fastest List-A 100 record by an Indian

The Punjab batter's blistering 115 off 45 balls led Punjab to a dominant nine-wicket win over Arunachal Pradesh

Ashwin's wife shares heartfelt tribute following his impromptu retirement

Ashwin made a surprise announcement of his retirement after the drawn third Test at Brisbane. The veteran cricketer picked up just one wicket during the tour

Dropped McSweeney after a lot of deliberation: Australia selector Bailey

Teenage sensation Sam Konstas received his maiden call-up following a string of disappointing performances from the Australian top order in the first three Tests, particularly from McSweeney