Smriti Mandhana becomes fastest woman to reach 5000-run milestone in ODIs

IANS | October 12, 2025 5:00 PM

Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (IANS) Indian opener Smriti Mandhana on Sunday became the youngest and fastest player to reach 5000 runs in Women's ODI cricket, reaching the mark during the Women's World Cup match against Australia at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

Mithali Raj Stand, Raavi Kalpana Gate unveiled at ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam 

IANS | October 12, 2025 4:05 PM

Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (IANS) The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) unveiled the newly-designated stand named in honour of former India captain Mithali Raj, along with a Gate named after former wicketkeeper Raavi Kalpana, here at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, recognising the contributions of both to Indian women's cricket stalwarts.

Perfect timing to be playing against India in lead-up to an Ashes: Marsh

IANS | October 12, 2025 1:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Australian captain Mitchell Marsh expressed that facing India in the lead-up to the Ashes series against England, commencing on November 21, presents an ideal and timely challenge, while highlighting the strong rivalry and mutual respect between the two teams.