WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants set sights on strong push

IANS | January 6, 2026 11:25 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) With the fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) starting on January 9, the Gujarat Giants are heading into the new season with renewed confidence and clear intent. After a breakthrough playoff run last year, the Adani Sportsline-owned franchise is now focused on consistency and taking the next competitive leap.

T20 World Cup 2026: Rohit Paudel to lead 15-man Nepal squad

IANS | January 6, 2026 9:34 PM

Dubai, Jan 6 (IANS) Cricket Nepal on Tuesday announced a well-rounded 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, as they look to make a strong impression on the global stage. Rohit Paudel will continue to lead the side in the upcoming edition.

Ashraful says Mustafizur is ‘completely chill’ about ‘off-field talk’ amid IPL row

IANS | January 6, 2026 6:26 PM

Sylhet, Jan 6 (IANS) Former Bangladesh captain Mohammad Ashraful revealed that pacer Mustafizur Rahman is unfazed by the recent developments surrounding his release from the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The fast bowler was released from KKR’s squad following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) due to the tense situation between the two nations.