Hong Kong announces 20-member squad for camp in UAE ahead of T20 Asia Cup

IANS | August 22, 2025 6:34 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) Hong Kong has announced a 20-member squad for a preparation camp in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ahead of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup, starting on September 9. The camp will feature competitive matches and intensive training sessions aimed at fine-tuning strategies for the eight-team tournament.

Proteas' Matthew Breetzke makes history with 50-plus runs in his first four ODIs 

IANS | August 22, 2025 2:14 PM

Mackay (Australia), Aug 22 (IANS) South Africa wicketkeeper batter Matthew Breetzke created history on Friday as he became the first batter in ODI history to start his career with four consecutive scores of 50-plus. Breetzke achieved the feat during the second ODI against Australia after scoring a powerful 88 off 78 at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, surpassing former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu's 48-year-old record.

Maharaja Trophy: Shreyas Gopal leads Mangaluru Dragons to 52-run win over Mysore Warriors

IANS | August 21, 2025 8:42 PM

Mysore, Aug 21 (IANS) Mangaluru Dragons’ skipper Shreyas Gopal delivered a comprehensive performance at the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, guiding his side to a 52-run victory over Mysore Warriors. Macneil Noronha and Shivraj S. also contributed with the bat while Kranthi Kumar was the leading wicket-taker yet again with four wickets to ensure the Warriors were bowled out for 121 in pursuit of 174.