1st T20I: Idea was to hit the seam as hard as possible, says Arshdeep Singh

IANS | December 9, 2025 10:50 PM

Cuttack, Dec 9 (IANS) Arshdeep Singh spoke in depth about his mindset and strategy when he took the new ball in the powerplay during India’s win against South Africa in the first T20I here at the Barabati Stadium and said that his aim was to hit the seam and "get as much purchase off the wicket."

1st T20I: Hardik Pandya’s unbeaten 59 powers India to 175

IANS | December 9, 2025 9:01 PM

Cuttack, Dec 9 (IANS) Hardik Pandya was the star of the show as the host managed to post 175 runs on the board, riding on the all-rounder’s unbeaten half-century, against South Africa in the first T20I of the five-game series here at the Barabati Stadium.

Uthappa, Steyn, Morgan join SA20’s commentary panel for season 4

IANS | December 9, 2025 5:28 PM

Johannesburg, Dec 9 (IANS) SA20 is preparing to enhance its renowned broadcast for Season 4, introducing a prestigious commentary team with leading figures in international cricket. Robin Uthappa, a highly regarded voice in Indian T20 cricket, rejoins the panel, joined by global cricket legends Dale Steyn and Eoin Morgan.