India A beat Pakistan Shaheens in first T20 of Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024

IANS | October 20, 2024 12:17 AM

Al Amarat (Oman), Oct 20 (IANS) The top-order of Abhishek Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Tilak-Varma made vital contributions with the bat while pacer Anshul Kamboj struck three crucial blows as India A defeated Pakistan Shaheens by seven runs in a hard-fought encounter in the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground here on Saturday.

Women's T20 WC: South Africa, New Zealand eye maiden title in historic final

IANS | October 19, 2024 9:43 PM

Dubai, Oct 19 (IANS) The South Africa Women will take on New Zealand in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 final on Sunday evening at the Dubai International Stadium in the United Arab Emirates, with both teams vying for their first-ever World Cup title in the short format.

1st Test: It would not be an easy win from here, says O’Rourke as New Zealand chase 107 for victory

IANS | October 19, 2024 9:16 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) With 107 runs needed to win the first Test against India at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Sunday, many people consider New Zealand to be in the driver's seat to win their first Test in India since 1988. However, pacer William O’Rourke said winning the match would not be easy for New Zealand on the fifth day of the Test.

Women’s T20 WC: ICC names Nimali Perera, Claire Polosak as Match Officials for final

IANS | October 19, 2024 8:17 PM

Dubai, Oct 19 (IANS) Sri Lanka's Nimali Perera and Claire Polosak of Australia will umpire their first ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final as they take charge of South Africa v New Zealand on Sunday. Anna Harris will act as the third umpire, with Jacquline Williams serving as the fourth umpire while G.S. Lakshmi has been selected as the match referee for the final in Dubai, the ICC informed in a release on Saturday.

1st Test: A childhood dream is fulfilled, says Sarfaraz Khan on his maiden Test ton v NZ

IANS | October 19, 2024 7:54 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) Sarfaraz Khan delivered a stellar performance on Saturday, scoring his first Test century (150) and leading India’s remarkable recovery in the first Test against New Zealand. With the hosts setting a modest 107-run target, Sarfaraz expressed confidence that early wickets on a deteriorating pitch could turn the match in India’s favour.

1st Test: New ball did the trick for New Zealand on the fourth day, says pacer O'Rourke

IANS | October 19, 2024 7:32 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) With India looking set to reach a big score in their second innings in the first Test, William O'Rourke, who led New Zealand's fightback to dismiss the hosts for 462 on the fourth day, said the visitors were only thinking of creating more pressure hoping to make a breakthrough

Jordan Cox poised for England Test debut on New Zealand tour

IANS | October 19, 2024 6:06 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) England wicketkeeper Jordan Cox is set to make his Test debut during the upcoming tour of New Zealand, as first-choice keeper Jamie Smith is expected to miss part of the series due to the birth of his first child.

1st Test: Rain forces early stumps after New Zealand begin pursuit of 107 against India (ld)

IANS | October 19, 2024 5:52 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) Saturday saw a riveting turn of events in Test cricket action before rain forced early stumps on the fourth day of the match, just four balls after New Zealand began their pursuit of 107 against India at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Simmons focused on blocking out distractions as Bangladesh prepare for SA Test series

IANS | October 19, 2024 5:19 PM

Dhaka, Oct 19 (IANS) Bangladesh’s newly-appointed head coach, Phil Simmons, is determined to shift the team's focus back to cricket as they gear up for their two-match Test series against South Africa, starting October 21 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.

1st Test: NZ need 107 to win after O'Rourke and Henry three-fers bowl out India for 462

IANS | October 19, 2024 5:11 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 19 (IANS) New Zealand need 107 runs to win the first Test against India at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after three-fers from fast-bowlers William O'Rourke and Matt Henry bowled out the hosts for 462 in their second innings on day four here on Saturday.

Cricket

India A beat Pakistan Shaheens in first T20 of Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024

Women's T20 WC: South Africa, New Zealand eye maiden title in historic final

1st Test: It would not be an easy win from here, says O’Rourke as New Zealand chase 107 for victory

Women’s T20 WC: ICC names Nimali Perera, Claire Polosak as Match Officials for final

1st Test: A childhood dream is fulfilled, says Sarfaraz Khan on his maiden Test ton v NZ

1st Test: New ball did the trick for New Zealand on the fourth day, says pacer O'Rourke

Jordan Cox poised for England Test debut on New Zealand tour

1st Test: Rain forces early stumps after New Zealand begin pursuit of 107 against India (ld)

Simmons focused on blocking out distractions as Bangladesh prepare for SA Test series

1st Test: NZ need 107 to win after O'Rourke and Henry three-fers bowl out India for 462

LATEST NEWS

Prasoon Joshi says India will assimilate and lead in the world of AI courtesy our cultural history

T20 WC: ‘Sri Lanka outplayed us tonight,’ admits Australia's Marsh after 8-wicket loss

T20 WC: Very happy to get a hundred and take my team home, says Nissanka

High-level US delegation strengthens defence ties with visit to Indian Army's Western Command HQ

AI summit to boost innovation, entrepreneurship, R&D further: BJD MP Sasmit Patra

ISL 2025-26: Ezzejjari’s brace helps East Bengal overcome NorthEast United

Chiranjeevi shares health update with regards to his recent surgery

T20 WC: Nissanka's historical century guides Sri Lanka to Super 8s; beat Australia by 8-wicket

T20 WC: Pathirana suffers suspected hamstring injury during SL vs AUS clash

Golf: Honey, Shubham dominate the inaugural PGTI's 72 The League auction