Ellyse Perry becomes first Australian to play 350 international games

IANS | February 21, 2026 2:34 PM

Adelaide, Feb 21 (IANS) Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry became the first female cricketer from her nation to play 350 international matches, when she took the field against India at the Adelaide Oval in the final and decider T20I of the three-game series on Saturday.

FIH Men’s Pro League: India go down 0-2 against Spain in their first match of the Hobart leg

IANS | February 21, 2026 2:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Indian Men’s Hockey Team suffered a 0–2 defeat against Spain in a closely contested encounter, with the Spanish side capitalising on their chances while India were unable to convert promising opportunities despite sustained attacking intent. Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6’) and Ignacio Cobos (36’), one in each half, proved decisive as Spain combined clinical finishing with disciplined defending to secure the win.

ACB begins hunt for new coach, staff to be based in country

IANS | February 21, 2026 11:50 AM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) is actively searching for a new head coach and support staff, with the clear expectation that they will be based in Afghanistan during the off-season, according to ACB chief executive Naseeb Khan.