Cuttack, Dec 9 (IANS) South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the first T20I of the five-match series here at the Barabati Stadium. The series will pose as an ideal one for both teams as they begin their preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar highlighted all-rounder Hardik Pandya's role ahead of the T20I series against South Africa, kicking off on Tuesday, saying that there was no other player like him.
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.
Udaipur, Dec 9 (IANS) Since relocating to the SAI National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Bhopal six years ago, Ritik Sharma’s career has experienced a rapid ascent. The young Punjab-born judoka once again highlighted his progress with a commanding performance at the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) Rajasthan 2025.
Dubai, Dec 9 (IANS) The race at the top of the ICC Women’s T20I rankings has grown even more competitive, with several South African players climbing the charts on the back of a commanding start to their home series against Ireland.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) Former England captain has reflected on Mark Wood's fresh injury setback after the pacer has been ruled out of the remaining Ashes Tests, saying the seamer's body just keeps "letting him down".
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) England pacer Mark Wood has expressed his disappointment on being ruled out from the Ashes series due to knee injury he suffered during the first Test in Perth, saying he came to the series with "high expectations about making a big impact" but his knee "just hasn't held up".
Puri, Dec 9 (IANS) India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir and other members of the team and support staff, on Tuesday visited the Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri to seek blessings ahead of the opening T20I of the five-match series against South Africa.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IANS) Former Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy expressed his disappointment with how England has played so far, calling their performance "deflating", and suggested that a lack of preparation for Aussie conditions has resulted in hosts being 2-nil down in the Ashes series.
Brisbane, Dec 9 (IANS) Australia's veteran opener Usman Khawaja is expected to be back in the mix for the second Ashes Test in Adelaide, though is not necessarily locked in to open.
