Women’s T20 WC: ‘Mooney hurts you in so many ways,’ says Shikha on Australia's winning formula after SF win

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:59 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Former India pacer Shikha Pandey has credited Australia's tactical discipline and batting efficiency for their comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-final at The Oval. She reserved special praise for opener Beth Mooney, saying the left-hander's movement at the crease and ability to manipulate the field make her one of the most difficult batters to bowl to in the women's game.

KCA revokes Sreesanth's three year ban after apology

IANS | July 1, 2026 3:21 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, July 1 (IANS) Former India fast bowler S. Sreesanth has been reinstated by the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) after the cricketing body unanimously decided to revoke the three-year ban imposed on him, following an unconditional apology tendered by the cricketer over his remarks against KCA.

Women’s T20 WC: Mooney credits Australia’s squad depth for marching into record eighth final

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:17 PM

London, July 1 (IANS) Australia wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney has attributed her side's run to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final to consistent contributions from across the squad after the six-time champions defeated the West Indies by eight wickets in the semi-final at The Oval.

ICC Rankings: Kishan dethrones Abhishek to become No.1 T20I batter; Head rises to top in Tests

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:05 PM

Dubai, July 1 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has replaced teammate Abhishek Sharma as the world's No.1 T20I batter in the latest ICC Player Rankings, ending the latter's nearly year-long reign at the top after his prolific run in the shortest format. In another major change, Australia's Travis Head climbed to the No.1 spot among Test batters for the first time in his career.

Indian lifting 2011 WC trophy inspired my India dream, reveals Shedge

IANS | July 1, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Suryansh Shedge has shared how India's 2011 World Cup triumph sparked his ambition to represent the country, saying that he cried watching India win and in that specific moment he decided to start working towards that dream of representing India on the biggest stage.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Mysore Warriors edge Coastal Kings Mangaluru in last-ball thriller

IANS | July 1, 2026 1:40 AM

Hubballi, July 1 (IANS) Mysore Warriors held their nerve in a thrilling finish to defeat Coastal Kings Mangaluru by two wickets off the final ball in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament in Hubballi on Tuesday.

Women's T20 WC: Molineux hails Australia's clinical display after crushing WI to reach eighth final

IANS | June 30, 2026 11:13 PM

London, June 30 (IANS) Australia captain Sophie Molineux praised her team's composure and all-round performance after the six-time champions stormed into their eighth ICC Women's T20 World Cup final with a commanding eight-wicket win over West Indies at The Oval on Tuesday.

Women's T20 WC: Skipper Matthews says WI 'can still hold heads high' despite semis defeat to Australia

IANS | June 30, 2026 10:58 PM

London, June 30 (IANS) West Indies captain Hayley Matthews admitted her side never produced their best cricket during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 but insisted there were enough positives to build on after Australia outclassed them by eight wickets in the first semi-final at The Oval on Tuesday.

Jofra Archer sits out as England announce playing XI for T20I opener against India

IANS | June 30, 2026 10:40 PM

Durham, June 30 (IANS) England captain Harry Brook reaffirmed his commitment to international cricket after the hosts announced their playing XI for the opening T20I against India at Chester-Le-Street in Durham on Wednesday.

Women's T20 WC: Mooney's unbeaten 61 and Gardner's all-round show guide Australia to eighth final

IANS | June 30, 2026 10:22 PM

London, June 30 (IANS) Beth Mooney produced another masterclass in an ICC knockout match while Ashleigh Gardner capped an outstanding all-round performance as six-time champions Australia crushed West Indies by eight wickets with 42 balls to spare in the first semifinal of the Women's T20 World Cup at The Oval on Tuesday, booking their place in the tournament final for the eighth time.

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Women’s T20 WC: ‘Mooney hurts you in so many ways,’ says Shikha on Australia's winning formula after SF win

KCA revokes Sreesanth's three year ban after apology

Women’s T20 WC: Mooney credits Australia’s squad depth for marching into record eighth final

ICC Rankings: Kishan dethrones Abhishek to become No.1 T20I batter; Head rises to top in Tests

Indian lifting 2011 WC trophy inspired my India dream, reveals Shedge

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Mysore Warriors edge Coastal Kings Mangaluru in last-ball thriller

Women's T20 WC: Molineux hails Australia's clinical display after crushing WI to reach eighth final

Women's T20 WC: Skipper Matthews says WI 'can still hold heads high' despite semis defeat to Australia

Jofra Archer sits out as England announce playing XI for T20I opener against India

Women's T20 WC: Mooney's unbeaten 61 and Gardner's all-round show guide Australia to eighth final

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