'I want to live in the present and be in that moment’ – Pooja Vastrakar explains her new-found philosophy

Niharika Raina | September 14, 2026 7:42 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Before the chat with Pooja Vastrakar began, Shikha Pandey quizzed her on what the ongoing stint in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) had taught her so far. The answer from Pooja, who also went on a cruise trip, had nothing to do with her bowling, batting, or anything she might carry into a match.

'I used to hype finals': Shafali Verma on change in approach for big games

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) India's star opener Shafali Verma spoke on her change in approach for big games after having recently powered India to an eighth title in the Women's Asia Cup with a win over Sri Lanka in the final.

Smith casts doubt over playing in 2027 Ashes, sets sight on playing in 2028 LA Olympics

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:26 PM

Malahide, Sep 14 (IANS) Senior Australia batter Steve Smith has raised doubts over his participation in next year's Ashes tour of England, revealing he is managing his Test career on a series-by-series basis while targeting to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Aneurin Donald to make debut as England name Playing XI for first Sri Lanka T20I

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:09 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) England have named their Playing XI for the first of the three T20Is against Sri Lanka at home, as Aneurin Donald is all set to make his debut. Donald, the 29-year-old Derbyshire wicketkeeper-batter, will be opening the innings along with Jos Buttler as Phil Salt is out due to a quadriceps injury.

Delhi Capitals intensify IPL 2027 preparations by organising a short camp and trials in New Delhi

IANS | September 14, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Delhi Capitals have stepped up their preparations for the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season through a short camp and trials in the national capital. Sources have told IANS that the camp’s proceedings were taken care of by ex-India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh and former India leg-spinner Amit Mishra.

AFG vs IND: When and where to watch 2nd T20I, know all details

IANS | September 14, 2026 5:12 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) India will look to seal the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan when they meet in the second game at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, with the visitors needing a much-improved performance to keep the contest alive

Kranti Gaud docked 10 percent match fee following send-off in Women’s Asia Cup final

IANS | September 14, 2026 5:10 PM

Dubai, Sep 14 (IANS) India fast bowler Kranti Gaud has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee for a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during her side’s Women’s Asia Cup final victory over Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday evening.

BCB withdraws Hasan Mahmud from Kent duties ahead of a busy international schedule

IANS | September 14, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has withdrawn fast bowler Hasan Mahmud from Kent duty during their ongoing Division Two campaign, as Kent's promotion hopes have been dealt a blow.

'Medium pacers are alive because of ice baths': The method behind Shikha Pandey's longevity

Niharika Raina | September 14, 2026 4:00 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Ask Shikha Pandey how she is still running in and bowling fast at this stage of her career, and she does not talk about desire, or hunger, or any of the usual words. Instead, Shikha, 37, talks about recovery protocols and carrying her own tools wherever she gets to play in leagues worldwide, including in the ongoing Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) and before she starts, she issues a warning.

Indonesia Cricket chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav jumps into race for vacant ICC CEC post

IANS | September 14, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Persatuan Cricket Indonesia chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav has confirmed that he is entering the race for the vacant Associate Member position on the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Chief Executives’ Committee (CEC).

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'I want to live in the present and be in that moment’ – Pooja Vastrakar explains her new-found philosophy

'I used to hype finals': Shafali Verma on change in approach for big games

Smith casts doubt over playing in 2027 Ashes, sets sight on playing in 2028 LA Olympics

Aneurin Donald to make debut as England name Playing XI for first Sri Lanka T20I

Delhi Capitals intensify IPL 2027 preparations by organising a short camp and trials in New Delhi

AFG vs IND: When and where to watch 2nd T20I, know all details

Kranti Gaud docked 10 percent match fee following send-off in Women’s Asia Cup final

BCB withdraws Hasan Mahmud from Kent duties ahead of a busy international schedule

'Medium pacers are alive because of ice baths': The method behind Shikha Pandey's longevity

Indonesia Cricket chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav jumps into race for vacant ICC CEC post

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