U19 World Cup: India, Pakistan set for key clash after big wins, remain on course for semis spots (Ld)

IANS | January 28, 2026 12:01 AM

Bulawayo, Jan 27 (IANS) India moved to the top of the Group 2 points table with a convincing win over Zimbabwe in the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup. Meanwhile, Pakistan also took a step towards the semifinals with a solid win over New Zealand. The Group 2 standings after the recent fixtures have set up an enticing contest between India and Pakistan on Sunday.

WPL 2026: Sophie Devine's magical final over helps Gujarat pip Delhi by three runs

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:49 PM

Vadodara, Jan 27 (IANS) Sophie Devine held her nerve in a dramatic final over to defend nine runs, sealing a thrilling three-run win for Gujarat Giants over Delhi Capitals and completing a season double against them in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday.

U19 World Cup: Vihaan Malhotra's century helps India beat Zimbabwe, remain on course for semis

IANS | January 27, 2026 11:18 PM

Bulawayo, Jan 27 (IANS) Vihaan Malhotra struck a century to help India Under-19 hand Zimbabwe Under-19 by a whopping 204 runs in a Super 6 stage match of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 to reclaim their top spot in Group 2 standings at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, on Tuesday.

WPL 2026: Beth Mooney's fifty and Tanuja Kanwar's late blitz lift Gujarat Giants to 174/9 against DC

IANS | January 27, 2026 9:52 PM

Vadodara, Jan 27 (IANS) Beth Mooney’s composed half-century and N. Shree Charani’s timely strikes shaped an eventful first innings as Gujarat Giants posted a competitive 174 for 9 against Delhi Capitals in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday.

4th T20I: Everybody has got a certain ‘X’ factor about them, says Morne Morkel

IANS | January 27, 2026 9:33 PM

Visakhapatnam, Jan 27 (IANS) India bowling coach Morne Morkel has emphasized the depth, flexibility, and match-winning ability of the national team. He stated that clear communication and understanding of roles are key to the team's strategy as they prepare for major tournaments.

Rahul Dravid says Rohit Sharma led India’s white-ball evolution from the front, picks current side as favourite for T20 WC

IANS | January 27, 2026 9:19 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 27 (IANS) Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid has credited Rohit Sharma with leading the white-ball evolution in the country from the front and picked India as the favourite for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, starting on February 7.

WPL 2026: Unchanged Delhi Capitals elect to field as Wareham, Tanuja come in for Gujarat Giants

IANS | January 27, 2026 7:20 PM

Vadodara, Jan 27 (IANS) Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field against Gujarat Giants in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday. Delhi Capitals have opted to go in unchanged from their previous outing, showing faith in a combination that delivered in the last game.

Bangladesh players make significant strides in rankings amid Women's T20 WC Qualifier

IANS | January 27, 2026 6:31 PM

Dubai, Jan 27 (IANS) Bangladesh’s women cricketers have emerged as the major beneficiaries of the latest T20I rankings, following a string of impressive performances at the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Nepal.

4th T20I: NZ in search of first win while India look to extend lead with series in pocket (Preview)

IANS | January 27, 2026 6:01 PM

Visakhapatnam, Jan 27 (IANS) India and New Zealand head to this port city in Andhra Pradesh for the fourth T20I of a series already decided, but with plenty still at stake as the hosts aim for a clean sweep at the Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium and the visitors look to salvage some pride.

Smith believes Stubbs' performance in SA20 final can be a confidence booster for T20 WC

IANS | January 27, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) Graeme Smith, the former South Africa captain and SA20 commissioner, believes the match-winning knock by Tristan Stubbs in the recent SA20 final will be the perfect confidence booster ahead of next month’s T20 World Cup to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

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U19 World Cup: India, Pakistan set for key clash after big wins, remain on course for semis spots (Ld)

WPL 2026: Sophie Devine's magical final over helps Gujarat pip Delhi by three runs

U19 World Cup: Vihaan Malhotra's century helps India beat Zimbabwe, remain on course for semis

WPL 2026: Beth Mooney's fifty and Tanuja Kanwar's late blitz lift Gujarat Giants to 174/9 against DC

4th T20I: Everybody has got a certain ‘X’ factor about them, says Morne Morkel

Rahul Dravid says Rohit Sharma led India’s white-ball evolution from the front, picks current side as favourite for T20 WC

WPL 2026: Unchanged Delhi Capitals elect to field as Wareham, Tanuja come in for Gujarat Giants

Bangladesh players make significant strides in rankings amid Women's T20 WC Qualifier

4th T20I: NZ in search of first win while India look to extend lead with series in pocket (Preview)

Smith believes Stubbs' performance in SA20 final can be a confidence booster for T20 WC

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