Rain interrupted the first ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Dambulla, causing a break in play. Sri Lanka's captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and chose to bat first in the match. Three New Zealand players, all-rounder Nathan Smith, top-order batsman Tim Robinson, and wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay, will be making their ODI debuts in the game. The upcoming ODI series between the two teams is currently tied at 1-1 after a drawn T20 series.
Scottish forward Erin Cuthbert of Chelsea acknowledges the speedy and tricky players of Celtic as they face off in a tough Champions League matchup. She shares her thoughts on the upcoming game on the Behind the Goals podcast.
After a year-long gap, Pakistani bowler Shaheen Afridi has re-emerged as the top-ranked ODI bowler in the world. This achievement comes as no surprise after his outstanding showing against Australia, where he claimed eight wickets at an impressive average of 12.62. This latest triumph further cements Pakistan's current dominance in ODI cricket, with both Afridi and Babar Azam holding the top rankings for bowling and batting, respectively. The recent series also proved to be a major boost for Afridi's teammates, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah, who climbed up the rankings to 13th and 55th place, respectively, after their stellar performances.
In the third T20I between India and South Africa, Sanju Samson was dismissed for a duck by Marco Jansen for the second time in a row. This has extended Samson's record for the most ducks in a calendar year by an Indian batter. He has now been dismissed without scoring on six occasions in T20Is and holds the record alongside legendary Rohit Sharma for the most ducks in T20Is for India.
Indian cricket team vice-captain Hardik Pandya has posted a powerful message on social media as India gets ready for the third T20I against South Africa. The series is currently tied at 1-1 after India's loss in the second T20. Pandya's caption, "Centurion. We've got a job to do," reflects the team's determination to win in the upcoming match. Meanwhile, India captain Suryakumar Yadav has praised spinner Varun Chakaravarthy's performance in the previous match and looks forward to the remaining two matches with excitement.
Arch-rivals India and Pakistan will face off in the inaugural Women's U19 Asia Cup, which will be held in Malaysia and feature six teams. The tournament begins in December, with hosts Malaysia taking on Sri Lanka in the opening game and India facing Pakistan in a highly anticipated clash later in the day. The top two teams from the group stage will advance to the Super Four round, with the final set to take place on December 22. Stay updated on all the latest news and updates on Cricket with NDTV Sports.
After a long wait, veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami has finally returned to the cricket field, making a debut alongside his brother Mohammed Kaif in the Bengal vs Madhya Pradesh Ranji Trophy match. Shami's inclusion in the playing XI is significant not just for Bengal's chances in the elite domestic competition, but also for his own comeback into the Indian team. With Shami's return, the stage is set for an exciting end to the last round of the Ranji Trophy before the tournament goes on a break. Fans and experts alike are eagerly waiting to see how Shami performs and whether it will earn him a place on the plane to Australia.
In a nail-biting match, the Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final match of the 2024 Indian Premier League. The two teams had battled it out in the Qualifier 1, with the Knight Riders having secured their spot in the finals. But the Sunrisers put up a strong fight, only to be narrowly defeated by the Knight Riders in the ultimate showdown. This marks the third IPL title win for the Kolkata Knight Riders, cementing their position as one of the top teams in the league.
Indian cricketer KL Rahul, who was recently released by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has expressed his interest in playing for a team with a lighter atmosphere like Chennai Super Kings (CSK) or Gujarat Titans (GT). Rahul also gave praise to Mumbai Indians (MI) and how they have created a successful team culture under the leadership of Rohit Sharma. He hopes to join a team with a similar environment in the upcoming IPL mega auction.
The Asian Cricket Council has announced the schedule for the inaugural Under-19 Women's Asia Cup to be held in Malaysia from December 15 to 22. Arch-rivals Pakistan and India have been placed in the same group and will go head to head on the opening day of the competition. The tournament will feature six teams, with two groups of three teams each. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage, with the final scheduled for December 22. This is not the first time Pakistan and India have been in the same group in a cricket tournament, showcasing the intense rivalry between the two nations on every level.