In the final ODI between Sri Lanka and New Zealand, both teams were looking for a strong finish to a rain-interrupted series. However, the New Zealand top-order finally clicked in the absence of their star players, with Will Young and Henry Nicholls leading the attack. Despite their efforts, the rain prevented any further play and Sri Lanka ultimately secured a 2-0 series victory. This win is promising for Sri Lanka's future in ODI cricket as they continue to build a strong team for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Meanwhile, New Zealand will now focus on the Test series against England.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has invited 32 talented young cricketers to attend a 19-day camp aimed at enhancing their skills and fitness. The camp, which includes various training sessions and practice matches, will help select players for upcoming tournaments. Notable players from the recent U19 Tri-National Tournament have been included in the list, and the camp will be led by experienced coaches and support staff.
Former Australian cricket team players Brad Haddin and Aaron Finch believe Indian batsmen will struggle against the pace of Australian bowlers in the upcoming test series. Haddin especially pointed out the weakness of Indian batsmen against bouncers and namedropped young player Yashasvi Jaiswal as a potential struggle. However, Finch also admitted that Australia's top order will face a similar challenge from the Indian fast bowlers. Both players also emphasized the crucial role of wicketkeepers Rishabh Pant and Alex Carey in the series.
In a tense series decider between Bangladesh and Afghanistan, Bangladesh has won the toss and elected to bat first at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. With the series tied at 1-1, both teams will be looking for a strong performance to clinch the series victory. The spotlight will be on young spinner Allah Ghazanfar, who has been instrumental for Afghanistan, while Bangladesh's captain Najmul Shanto will look to lead his team to victory with his batting prowess. Follow live updates of the match to see who will come out on top.
After a disappointing performance in IPL 2024, Gujarat Titans are looking to strengthen their squad for IPL 2025 through the mega auction. With a budget of INR 69 crores and one RTM card, the Titans are expected to bring back key players like David Miller and Vijay Shankar, who have proven to be crucial for the team in the past. Fans and experts are anticipating the impact these experienced players will have under the leadership of young captain Shubman Gill.
Ahead of a highly-anticipated Premier League London derby against Arsenal on Sunday, Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca is hopeful that star playmaker Cole Palmer will be fit to play after sustaining a knee injury in their draw against Manchester United last week. The young midfielder has been a key player for Chelsea this season with seven goals and five assists in 10 Premier League games, contributing to the team's climb to fourth place in the standings.
Abhishek Sharma's promising performance in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) earned him a spot in the Indian team, but his performance in the T20I series against South Africa has left much to be desired. After a stunning century, he has struggled to make an impact and is facing doubts about his position in the team. Fans and experts are questioning his spot, especially with Sanju Samson in form and young talents like Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal waiting on the sidelines. With the T20 World Cup looming, this could spell trouble for Sharma's future in the national team. The ongoing series against South Africa will be a crucial test for the young player.
As the young and talented Suryakumar Yadav leads Team India in the highly anticipated IND vs SA T20I series, he has the opportunity to break two major records. These include becoming the player with the most runs in IND vs SA T20Is and the fastest player to hit 150 sixes in T20 Internationals. With a strong and fresh squad by his side, all eyes will be on SKY to see if he can achieve these milestones and lead India to victory once again against South Africa.
Real Madrid has reportedly put their search for a right-back on hold to focus on signing Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool. The Spanish giants are known for signing top players on free transfers and are now eyeing a move for the young defender, who is in the final months of his contract. Despite Madrid's current injury crisis, they will not be pursuing a deal in the January transfer window, as stated by manager Carlo Ancelotti.
In a thrilling start to the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia, No. 3 Coco Gauff and No. 2 Iga Swiatek both secured wins in their respective opening matches. Gauff emerged victorious against No. 6 Jessica Pegula, while Swiatek rallied from a first-set loss to defeat Barbora Krejcikova in a three-set battle. The two young players will now go head-to-head on Tuesday, with Swiatek holding a dominant head-to-head record of 11-1 against Gauff. Both players showcased their impressive skills and determination, making for an exciting start to the tournament.