'Met Virat but couldn't speak, felt nervous': Pooja Vastrakar recalls star-struck moment

Vaishnavi Iyer | June 9, 2026 5:28 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Even as one of India's most experienced all-rounders and a regular presence in the national setup, Pooja Vastrakar isn't immune to feeling starstruck. The Indian woman cricketer, currently captaining Chambal Ghariyals in the Women's MPL T20, recalled a chance meeting with Virat Kohli in South Africa and admitted that nerves got the better of her, preventing her from striking up a conversation with one of Indian cricket's biggest icons.

T20 Mumbai Women’s League: Mansi’s fifty sets up Sky Risers' win over Falcons

IANS | June 9, 2026 5:08 PM

Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Thane Sky Risers registered their first win of the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League with a commanding 33-run victory over SOBO Mumbai Falcons at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Chota Nagpur Royals takes on Ranchi Titans in Jharkhand T20 League opener, Dhoni to attend opening ceremony

IANS | June 9, 2026 3:36 PM

Ranchi, June 9 (IANS) Virat Singh led, Chota Nagpur Royals will take on Rajandeep Singh’s Ranchi Titans in the opening match of the Jharkhand T20 League starting from June 10 at the JSCA International Stadium Complex.

‘Life has completely changed after ODI WC, we'll continue this run of winning trophies': Harmanpreet Kaur

IANS | June 9, 2026 3:21 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes the team's historic ICC Women's Cricket World Cup triumph last year has transformed the outlook of the side, as the players prepare for another shot at global glory at the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Winning has become second nature for India, says head coach Muzumdar ahead of Women's T20 WC

IANS | June 9, 2026 3:14 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) India head coach Amol Muzumdar believes the team's sustained success over the last few years has helped create a winning culture within the squad, as the reigning ICC Women's Cricket World Cup champions prepare for another shot at global silverware at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Prasidh Krishna replaces Siraj in T20I squads for Ireland, England tour

IANS | June 9, 2026 3:01 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has been withdrawn from India's squads for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, with the selection committee naming Prasidh Krishna as his replacement.

Melie Kerr becomes No.1 all-rounder; Harmanpreet returns to top 10 in ICC rankings

IANS | June 9, 2026 2:38 PM

Dubai, June 9 (IANS) New Zealand star Melie Kerr dethroned West Indies skipper Healy Matthews to regain the top spot in the T20I all-rounders chart as the International Cricket Council (ICC) released the updated women's rankings on Tuesday.

Venkatesh Iyer, Shivam Shukla power Indore Pink Panthers to first win in Madhya Pradesh League

IANS | June 9, 2026 1:55 PM

Indore, June 9 (IANS) The Holkar Stadium witnessed a batting spectacle as the Indore Pink Panthers etched their first win in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026, beating the Malwa Stallions by 31 runs.

'Young pacer need to step up with Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood in their 30s': McGrath

IANS | June 9, 2026 1:31 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Former Australian great Glenn McGrath has urged the Australian young pacers to make the best use of the opportunities they get as the legendary trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc move into later stages of their career.

A final shot at glory: 5 cricketers who can call it quits after Women's T20 WC 2026

IANS | June 9, 2026 1:21 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 approaches, fans across the globe are preparing for more than just a battle for the trophy. For several of the game’s most celebrated names, the tournament will mark the final chapter of remarkable international careers that have inspired a generation of cricketers.

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'Met Virat but couldn't speak, felt nervous': Pooja Vastrakar recalls star-struck moment

T20 Mumbai Women’s League: Mansi’s fifty sets up Sky Risers' win over Falcons

Chota Nagpur Royals takes on Ranchi Titans in Jharkhand T20 League opener, Dhoni to attend opening ceremony

‘Life has completely changed after ODI WC, we'll continue this run of winning trophies': Harmanpreet Kaur

Winning has become second nature for India, says head coach Muzumdar ahead of Women's T20 WC

Prasidh Krishna replaces Siraj in T20I squads for Ireland, England tour

Melie Kerr becomes No.1 all-rounder; Harmanpreet returns to top 10 in ICC rankings

Venkatesh Iyer, Shivam Shukla power Indore Pink Panthers to first win in Madhya Pradesh League

'Young pacer need to step up with Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood in their 30s': McGrath

A final shot at glory: 5 cricketers who can call it quits after Women's T20 WC 2026

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