'My father took that decision instantly': Samson recalls how he shifted base to Kerala after rejection in Delhi

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:46 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Struggling to break into Delhi's competitive cricket circuit, flamboyant India batter Sanju Samson on Saturday revealed how a sudden, life-changing decision was made by his father Viswanathan to shift the entire family to Kerala, which later turned out to be the turning point of his eventual cricketing career.

Women’s T20 WC: Unbeaten heavyweights Australia and England clash for ultimate glory at Lord's

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:30 PM

London, July 4 (IANS) Arch-rivals Australia and England will lock horns in a clash of unbeaten teams when cricket's most celebrated rivalry takes centrestage in the final of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday.

'Sooryavanshi will do wonders for India, don't pressurise him': Chaminda Vaas

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:21 PM

Hyderabad, July 4 (IANS) Former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas, currently serving as the official mentor of the Palamuru Strikers in the Telangana T20 League (TG20), believes teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has all the ingredients to enjoy a successful international career but urged fans and experts not to burden the 15-year-old with unrealistic expectations.

'Iyer’s knock in 1st T20I was a masterclass in reading the situation,’ says Patel

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes Shreyas Iyer silenced his critics with a composed captain’s knock in the rain-abandoned first T20I against England, saying the innings showcased his maturity and ability to adapt to the match situation.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Praveen Dubey guides Bengaluru Blasters to thrilling last-ball win over Hubli Tigers

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:42 AM

Hubballi, July 4 (IANS) Praveen Dubey's unbeaten 64 off 32 balls guided Bengaluru Blasters to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Hubli Tigers off the final ball of the match in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament in Hubballi on Friday.

Pakistan spinner Abrar is in a fix as West Indies Tests clash with The Hundred

IANS | July 3, 2026 11:21 PM

Mumbai, July 3 (IANS) Pakistan’s mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed is in a spin as his possible selection for the two-match Test series in the West Indies will hurt his chances to feature in The Hundred in the UK, where he was bought by an Indian owner, Sunrisers Leeds, a news report said on Friday.

2nd T20I: Morkel backs Sooryavanshi to be ready but urges 'patience'

IANS | July 3, 2026 9:48 PM

Manchester, July 3 (IANS) India bowling coach Morne Morkel has praised teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's seamless integration into the senior setup but insisted the management will not rush the 15-year-old into the playing XI, reaffirming its faith in established openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma ahead of the second T20I against England in Manchester.

'It's been a mad 15 years': Ben Stokes bids emotional farewell after retiring from international cricket

IANS | July 3, 2026 8:16 PM

London, July 3 (IANS) Days after announcing his retirement from international cricket during the England vs New Zealand third test, former captain Ben Stokes has shared an emotional farewell message, thanking fans, teammates and everyone who supported him during his remarkable 15-year career.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Bhatkal stars in Mysore Warriors' 3-wkt victory over Gulbarga Mystics

IANS | July 3, 2026 8:07 PM

Hubballi, July 3 (IANS) Ritesh Bhatkal’s unbeaten 75 in 42 balls was the highlight of Mysore Warriors' three-wicket victory over Gulbarga Mystics in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 in Hubballi on Friday. It was another thriller with Bhatkal holding things together to steer the Warriors home in 19.3 overs.

TG20 Season 1: Gaurav Reddy's blistering 101* helps Nalgonda Knights surge to 2nd spot

IANS | July 3, 2026 7:04 PM

Hyderabad, July 3 (IANS) Opener Gaurav Reddy carried his bat to guide Anurag Nalgonda Knights to a crucial eight-wicket win against Medak Falcons in the Hyderabad Cricket Association's Sreenidhi University TG20’s first match on Friday. The victory lifts the Knights to second on the points table.

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'My father took that decision instantly': Samson recalls how he shifted base to Kerala after rejection in Delhi

Women’s T20 WC: Unbeaten heavyweights Australia and England clash for ultimate glory at Lord's

'Sooryavanshi will do wonders for India, don't pressurise him': Chaminda Vaas

'Iyer’s knock in 1st T20I was a masterclass in reading the situation,’ says Patel

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Praveen Dubey guides Bengaluru Blasters to thrilling last-ball win over Hubli Tigers

Pakistan spinner Abrar is in a fix as West Indies Tests clash with The Hundred

2nd T20I: Morkel backs Sooryavanshi to be ready but urges 'patience'

'It's been a mad 15 years': Ben Stokes bids emotional farewell after retiring from international cricket

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Bhatkal stars in Mysore Warriors' 3-wkt victory over Gulbarga Mystics

TG20 Season 1: Gaurav Reddy's blistering 101* helps Nalgonda Knights surge to 2nd spot

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