WPL 2026: Happy Kumari debuts as Gujarat Giants elect to bowl against RCB

IANS | January 19, 2026 7:32 PM

Vadodara, Jan 19 (IANS) Gujarat Giants won the toss and elected to bowl against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 12th match of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium. Gujarat Giants have made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Anushka Sharma and handing a debut to Happy Kumari. The duo replaces Shivani Singh and senior spinner Rajeshwari Gayakwad.

Jadeja will play Saurashtra’s Ranji game against Punjab, says Saurashtra CA Prez Jaydev Shah

IANS | January 19, 2026 6:39 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is all set to play the upcoming Ranji Trophy clash for Saurashtra against Punjab at his home ground, the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, on January 22.

South Africa posts highest score of 2026 U19 Men’s World Cup against Tanzania

IANS | January 19, 2026 6:04 PM

Windhoek, Jan 19 (IANS) South Africa smashed their way to posting a mammoth 397/5 against Tanzania, which is now the highest score by a team in the 2026 ICC Men's U-19 Cricket World Cup at the High Performance Oval on Monday. It’s also South Africa’s best total in their history of participating in the tournament.

Pakistan halts team's T20 World Cup preparations in support of Bangladesh

IANS | January 19, 2026 5:57 PM

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Acting on its threat to withdraw from the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh's demand to move its matches out of India, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has halted its team’s preparations for the event, to be organised by India and Sri Lanka next month, according to a news report.

WPL 2026: It's about keeping it really simple, says Devine ahead of GG-RCB clash

IANS | January 19, 2026 5:17 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Gujarat Giants (GG) veteran all-rounder Sophie Devine said her side is relishing the chance to play in front of home fans and wishes to keep things simple as they prepare to face table toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to kickstart the Vadodara-leg of Women’s Premier League (WPL) on Monday evening.

IPL has helped overseas players to get used to intimidating crowds in India: Nasser Hussain

IANS | January 19, 2026 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) has played a crucial role in helping overseas cricketers acclimatise to the pressure of playing in front of intimidating Indian crowds, said former England captain Nasser Hussain said ahead of the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup starting next month in India and Sri Lanka.

Main goal is to get in the team when the Olympics is rolling around: Steve Smith

IANS | January 19, 2026 4:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Australian batting great Steve Smith has come to terms with his omission from Australia’s T20 World Cup preliminary squad, but the veteran is far from done with his international 20-20 ambitions. Although missing out on the squad was a setback, Smith remains determined to represent Australia at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Ferreira's T20 WC participation in doubt due to shoulder injury in SA20

IANS | January 19, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) South Africa all-rounder Donovan Ferreira is in doubt over playing the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, which starts in India and Sri Lanka next month, after suffering a shoulder injury during the SA20.

Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament to be held in Bangkok from Feb 13

IANS | January 19, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) The Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from February 13-22, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) said on its social media accounts on Monday.

Cummins to miss T20 WC opener; Tim David on track despite minor setback, confirms Bailey

IANS | January 19, 2026 2:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Australia’s chief selector George Bailey provided an update on Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Tim David’s participation in the T20 World Cup, saying Test and ODI captain Cummins will miss the opener while, David will be ready for the start of the tournament, despite a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury.

Cricket

WPL 2026: Happy Kumari debuts as Gujarat Giants elect to bowl against RCB

Jadeja will play Saurashtra’s Ranji game against Punjab, says Saurashtra CA Prez Jaydev Shah

South Africa posts highest score of 2026 U19 Men’s World Cup against Tanzania

Pakistan halts team's T20 World Cup preparations in support of Bangladesh

WPL 2026: It's about keeping it really simple, says Devine ahead of GG-RCB clash

IPL has helped overseas players to get used to intimidating crowds in India: Nasser Hussain

Main goal is to get in the team when the Olympics is rolling around: Steve Smith

Ferreira's T20 WC participation in doubt due to shoulder injury in SA20

Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament to be held in Bangkok from Feb 13

Cummins to miss T20 WC opener; Tim David on track despite minor setback, confirms Bailey

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