UPT20 League: Sharing dressing room with IPL and India stars is an invaluable experience for youngsters, says Dr. Sanjay Kapoor

IANS | July 23, 2026 12:03 AM

Lucknow, July 23 (IANS) The fourth edition of the UPT20 League begins on August 14, with Kashi Rudras taking on defending champions Meerut Mavericks in the tournament opener. The 24-day competition promises exciting cricket action and will be played across two major cities of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow and Kanpur.

‘Overconfidence took a hit, and that's a good thing’: Maninder on India's identity crisis in T20Is

Niharika Raina | July 22, 2026 9:59 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) On paper, four months can pass quickly in the blink of an eye in international cricket, but for the Indian T20I side set to begin their three-game series against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, it has felt long enough to trigger a quiet crisis of identity.

‘They shouldn’t fear failure': Shreyas urges his young team to embrace challenge ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is

IANS | July 22, 2026 7:50 PM

Harare, July 22 (IANS) India captain Shreyas Iyer on Wednesday called on his young side to play without the fear of failure as they prepare to take on Zimbabwe in the opening match of the three-match T20I series at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, stressing that adaptability, awareness and collective effort will be key to turning around the team's recent fortunes overseas.

Rahmat appointed as Afghanistan's new Test and ODI skipper, Gurbaz appointed vice-captain

IANS | July 22, 2026 5:12 PM

Kabul, July 22 (IANS) Seasoned batter Rahmat Shah has been appointed as Afghanistan's new Test and ODI captain. Dynamic wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been appointed as Rahmat's vice-captain across both formats, said the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB).

Kusal Mendis suffers hamstring injury ahead of India Tests, ruled out of LPL 2026

IANS | July 22, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Sri Lanka have been dealt an injury concern ahead of next month's home Test series against India after white-ball captain Kusal Mendis was ruled out of the remainder of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 with a hamstring injury.

England to host Australia for first-ever Mixed Disability Ashes in 2027

IANS | July 22, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) The Ashes rivalry is set to enter a new chapter in 2027 with England and Australia scheduled to contest the first-ever Mixed Disability Ashes, marking a landmark moment in the continued evolution of disability cricket.

'Don't think you're bigger than the game': Harbhajan reveals Sachin's career-changing advice

IANS | July 22, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, July 22 (IANS) Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has revealed the most valuable piece of advice he received during his illustrious career, recalling how batting great Sachin Tendulkar urged him to stay focused on cricket and ignore the distractions that come with success.

ZIM vs IND: When and Where to watch 1st T20I, know all details

IANS | July 22, 2026 2:27 PM

Harare, July 22 (IANS) India's young T20 side begins a crucial three-match series against Zimbabwe here on Thursday, with captain Shreyas Iyer looking to steady the ship after a difficult start to his leadership stint. Having managed just one win in his first seven T20Is as captain, Shreyas will view this tour as an opportunity to restore confidence and build momentum with a relatively inexperienced squad.

Sammy confident of skipper Chase being fit for West Indies’ first Test against Pakistan

IANS | July 22, 2026 2:23 PM

Bridgetown, July 22 (IANS) West Indies head coach Daren Sammy is confident that Test captain Roston Chase will recover in time from a finger injury to lead the side in the opening Test against Pakistan, starting on July 25.

Assam Premier League a launchpad for state's hidden cricketing talent, says Abu Nechim

IANS | July 22, 2026 2:21 PM

Guwahati, July 22 (IANS) Former fast bowler Abu Nechim has hailed the Assam Premier League (APL) as a vital launchpad for the state’s emerging cricketers, adding that the newly launched franchise T20 tournament in the state will provide much-needed visibility to undiscovered local talent.

Cricket

UPT20 League: Sharing dressing room with IPL and India stars is an invaluable experience for youngsters, says Dr. Sanjay Kapoor

‘Overconfidence took a hit, and that's a good thing’: Maninder on India's identity crisis in T20Is

‘They shouldn’t fear failure': Shreyas urges his young team to embrace challenge ahead of Zimbabwe T20Is

Rahmat appointed as Afghanistan's new Test and ODI skipper, Gurbaz appointed vice-captain

Kusal Mendis suffers hamstring injury ahead of India Tests, ruled out of LPL 2026

England to host Australia for first-ever Mixed Disability Ashes in 2027

'Don't think you're bigger than the game': Harbhajan reveals Sachin's career-changing advice

ZIM vs IND: When and Where to watch 1st T20I, know all details

Sammy confident of skipper Chase being fit for West Indies’ first Test against Pakistan

Assam Premier League a launchpad for state's hidden cricketing talent, says Abu Nechim

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