New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) When Happy Kumari's name flashed on the WPL mega auction broadcast and Gujarat Giants (GG) picked her for a base price of Rs 10 lakh, her family back in Jhunjhunu erupted with joy.
Vadodara, Jan 7 (IANS) Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill landed at Vadodara Airport on Wednesday ahead of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, scheduled to begin on January 11. The arrival created a buzz in the city as along with the Indian skipper, the New Zealand team also reached the town on the same day.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) all-rounder Shreyanka Patil said she was left ‘blank’ and later broke down in tears of joy after being informed of her retention by the 2024 WPL champions, despite missing more than a year of cricket due to injuries.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Indian sports broadcaster Ridhima Pathak has quashed the reports claiming she was dropped from the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), stating that it was her personal decision to opt out of the league and the narrative suggesting she was "dropped" from the league is false.
Dubai, Jan 7 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finalised the full schedule of the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2026, including the Super Six stage. Ten teams will compete in Nepal from January 18 to February 1, vying for four spots in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will take place in England and Wales in June-July.
Vadodara, Jan 7 (IANS) India’s ace cricketer Virat Kohli drew massive attention upon arriving at Vadodara airport on Wednesday, ahead of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, starting on January 11, 2026. The series opener is set to be held at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi.
Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) Mumbai Indians skipper Harmanpreet Kaur said that her team’s mindset heading into the Women’s Premier League (WPL) remains the same: to win, just like the previous edition. MI is the most successful franchise in the tournament, having claimed the title twice, in 2023 and 2025.
Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) UP Warriorz revealed their new jersey for the upcoming Women’s Premier League season on Wednesday, a kit that combines Banarasi textile traditions with high-performance sports, symbolising the Warriorz spirit of bravery, identity, and fearless cricket.
Mumbai, Jan 7 (IANS) Former India cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s son, Arjun, is set to marry entrepreneur and qualified veterinary technician Saaniya Chandhok on March 5 this year.
Sydney, Jan 7 (IANS) Despite Jacob Bethell’s fighting knock under pressure, Australia finished Day 4 of the final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in a commanding position, as the hosts reduced England to 302/8 at stumps, holding a narrow 119-run lead here at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday.
