WPL 2026: The way she batted was outstanding, says Mandhana on Gautami Naik's knock against GG

IANS | January 20, 2026 12:01 AM

Vadodara, Jan 19 (IANS) A delighted skipper, Smriti Mandhana, heaped praise on Gautami Naik's brilliant knock of 73 off 55 deliveries under pressure, which helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) recover well and put a good target on the board against Gujarat Giants in Match 12 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 on Monday.

WPL 2026: Gujarat skipper Gardner rues 'dropped catches' after frustrating defeat to RCB

IANS | January 19, 2026 11:44 PM

Vadodara, Jan 19 (IANS) Gujarat Giants skipper Ashleigh Gardner was disappointed with their 61-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and rued missed chances and dropped catches as the difference, while stressing that the team must regroup quickly and win their remaining two games despite the growing frustration.

WPL 2026: Satghare's three-for helps RCB book playoffs spot with massive win over GG

IANS | January 19, 2026 11:31 PM

Vadodara, Jan 19 (IANS) Sayali Satghare’s impressive three-wicket burst, along with a strong batting performance led by Gautami Naik, propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W) to their fifth straight win in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) as they defeated Gujarat Giants by 61 runs in the 12th match at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Monday.

WPL 2026: RCB’s Pooja Vastrakar set to join the franchise after arriving in Vadodara

IANS | January 19, 2026 11:02 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) India’s seam-bowling all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar is set to link up with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after arriving in Vadodara on Monday. Pooja has been out of competitive action since late 2024 due to a shoulder injury requiring surgery in 2025.

WPL 2026: Gautami Naik's maiden fifty and a late blitz from bowlers help RCB post 178/6

IANS | January 19, 2026 9:31 PM

Vadodara, Jan 19 (IANS) A commanding maiden fifty in the WPL from Gautami Naik (73) and Richa Ghosh's late burst of 27 helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) reach 178/6 in 20 overs against Gujarat Giants in Match 12 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Monday.

Non-playing role at London Spirit role does not signal end of playing career, says Heather Knight

IANS | January 19, 2026 9:13 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Veteran England batter Heather Knight said her appointment as women’s General Manager at London Spirit should not be seen as a signal that she is preparing to end her playing career. Heather has missed two of the last four editions of The Hundred due to injury, including last year’s campaign when a hamstring tear forced her into a mentoring role during the team’s run to the title clash.

Kent bring in South Africa all-rounder Muthusamy for majority of 2026 county season

IANS | January 19, 2026 8:59 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) English County Cricket Club, Kent, have signed South Africa’s spin-bowling all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy for the majority of the 2026 county season, the club announced on Monday.

MP, Odisha, AP, Karnataka, WB secure places in QFs at Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026

IANS | January 19, 2026 8:24 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 19 (IANS) Defending champions Madhya Pradesh, hosts Odisha, Karnataka, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh made it to the quarterfinal stage of the Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026 as teams wrapped up the league stage and confirmed their places in the last-eight stage.

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.

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WPL 2026: The way she batted was outstanding, says Mandhana on Gautami Naik's knock against GG

WPL 2026: Gujarat skipper Gardner rues 'dropped catches' after frustrating defeat to RCB

WPL 2026: Satghare's three-for helps RCB book playoffs spot with massive win over GG

WPL 2026: RCB’s Pooja Vastrakar set to join the franchise after arriving in Vadodara

WPL 2026: Gautami Naik's maiden fifty and a late blitz from bowlers help RCB post 178/6

Non-playing role at London Spirit role does not signal end of playing career, says Heather Knight

Kent bring in South Africa all-rounder Muthusamy for majority of 2026 county season

MP, Odisha, AP, Karnataka, WB secure places in QFs at Women’s National Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2026

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

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