Abhishek, Kishan retain top two spots, SA’s Esterhuizen makes major gain

IANS | April 1, 2026 3:06 PM

Dubai, April 1 (IANS) India's Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan stay in the top two positions, while South African batter Connor Esterhuizen has continued his upward momentum with significant progress in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings update after his recent performances against New Zealand.

‘No doubt it’s No. 1’: Amelia ranks her knock after unbeaten 179 against SA

IANS | April 1, 2026 2:02 PM

Wellington, April 1 (IANS) Amelia Kerr produced one of the greatest innings in women’s ODI history, guiding New Zealand to a record chase of 347 against South Africa at Basin Reserve. Her unbeaten 179 off 139 balls powered the White Ferns to 350/8, the highest successful run chase in women’s ODIs, eclipsing all previous records.

India to tour Zimbabwe for three T20Is in July

IANS | April 1, 2026 1:58 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Reigning Men’s T20 World Cup champions India will tour Zimbabwe for a three-match T20I series in July, said Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) on Wednesday. The games are scheduled to be played on July 23, 25 and 26 at Harare Sports Club, all starting at 4:30 pm IST.

Grew up watching Shaun Marsh, honour to play for PBKS he did: Connolly

IANS | April 1, 2026 12:44 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Debutant Cooper Connolly described his match-winning outing for Punjab Kings as a special moment after guiding his side to a three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 opener in New Chandigarh on Tuesday and said that it was an 'honour' to represent the same franchise as his idol Shaun Marsh.

IPL 2026: BCCI president Mithun Manhas congratulates PBKS on their season opener win

IANS | April 1, 2026 12:19 PM

New Chandigarh, April 1 (IANS) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Mithun Manhas has congratulated Punjab Kings (PBKS) for starting off their campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on a high note by beating the 2022 champions Gujarat Titans (GT) at the PCA New International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Weatherald, Neser included, Maxwell, Renshaw dropped as Australia unveil central contracts

IANS | April 1, 2026 11:01 AM

Melbourne, April 1 (IANS) Cricket Australia has unveiled a streamlined 21-player central contract list for the 2026–27 season, reflecting a clear emphasis on red-ball cricket ahead of an unusually demanding Test schedule. With 15 Tests lined up over the next year, selectors have prioritised players suited to the longer format, resulting in several high-profile exclusions.

IPL 2026: PBKS captain Shreyas fined 12 lakh for slow over-rate offence

IANS | April 1, 2026 10:31 AM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined after his team fell behind the required over-rate during the fourth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the New International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.