Ashes: Hazlewood back in nets as Cummins prepares for pink-ball return

IANS | November 25, 2025 10:11 AM

Sydney, Nov 25 (IANS) Australia received a boost on Tuesday as Josh Hazlewood took to the nets, working towards recovery from the hamstring setback that ruled him out of the opening Ashes Test in Perth. Simultaneously, Pat Cummins was seen practising with a pink ball, progressing steadily in his bid to feature in the upcoming day-night Test at the Gabba after his back injury.

2nd Test: Ashwin raises concerns over India's ‘body language’

IANS | November 25, 2025 10:08 AM

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin hoped for India to stage a comeback in the second innings of the ongoing Test against South Africa, but also expressed concern over a negative result for the hosts by criticising their body language on the field.

‘His energy was infectious’: Sachin Tendulkar mourns passing of iconic actor Dharmendra

IANS | November 24, 2025 6:33 PM

New Delhi, Nov 24 (IANS) Former India cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar posted a heartfelt note mourning the death of iconic actor Dharmendra on Monday, remembering him as a towering figure whose energy was “incredibly infectious.” Tendulkar paid a moving homage to the Bollywood star, calling him a true legend whose impact transcended generations and reached audiences across the world.

2nd Test: South Africa swell lead to 314 after Jansen's six-for bowls out India for 201 (ld)

IANS | November 24, 2025 5:30 PM

Guwahati, Nov 24 (IANS) The chatter ahead of the third day’s play in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium was whether India could make runs quickly to claw back in the game they need to win to level the series. But by the time bad light brought an early end to the proceedings, South Africa ended by being in complete command, dismissing India for 201 and reaching 26/0 in eight overs, extending their lead over India to 314 runs.

Tabraiz Shamsi withdraws from SA20 due to personal reasons, Thomas Kaber named replacement

IANS | November 24, 2025 4:47 PM

Cape Town, Nov 24 (IANS) Tabraiz Shamsi, the seasoned South African wristspinner and recent MI Cape Town acquisition, will not take part in the upcoming SA20 season after making himself unavailable due to personal circumstances. His withdrawal has opened the door for all-rounder Thomas Kaber, another left-arm wristspinner, who has been drafted in as his replacement.

2nd Test: Rickelton, Markram swell SA’s lead to 314 after Jansen's six-for bowls out India for 201

IANS | November 24, 2025 4:42 PM

Guwahati, Nov 24 (IANS) The chatter ahead of day three’s play in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium was whether India could make runs quickly to claw back in the game they need to win to level the series. But by the time bad light brought an early end to the proceedings, South Africa ended by being in complete command - reaching 26/0 in eight overs to extend their lead over India to 314 runs.