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Starc equals Herath's record for most wickets in Tests by left-arm pacers

IANS | January 8, 2026 2:11 PM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) Australia’s talismanic fast bowler Mitchell Starc reached another milestone in his illustrious red-ball career on Thursday as he etched his name alongside the greats during the fifth day of the final Ashes game at the Sydney Cricket Ground, equalling Rangana Herath’s record for the most wickets taken by a left-arm bowler in Test cricket history.

Umpire's 'no-ball blunder' comes to light after Australia wrap up Ashes series 4-1

IANS | January 8, 2026 1:22 PM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) An umpiring error has come to light following Harry Brook’s dismissal in England’s second innings, which reportedly stemmed from an illegal delivery by Australian all-rounder Beau Webster that went unnoticed.

Thorough review of the campaign is already underway: ECB CEO after 4-1 Ashes defeat

IANS | January 8, 2026 1:04 PM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) The England and Wales Cricket Board’s Chief Executive Officer, Richard Gould, has stated that a 'thorough review' has already been underway following England's 4-1 Ashes defeat.

Damien Martyn discharged from hospital amid bout of meningitis, says Gilchrist

IANS | January 8, 2026 12:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) Australian cricket great Damien Martyn has been discharged from the hospital after coming out of an induced coma on Thursday and is recovering after being diagnosed with meningitis just over a week ago.

'Well-earned victory; we know the importance of every Test,' says Smith after claiming the Ashes series 4-1

IANS | January 8, 2026 12:13 PM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith reflected on his side’s 4-1 Ashes series triumph with pride and perspective, describing the fifth Test as a fitting end to the hard-fought campaign. He also stated that the team knows how crucial every Test is in terms of WTC, with the side continuing to dominate at the top of the rankings.

SLI can change how India connects with shooting: Asiad gold medallist Akhil Sheoran

IANS | January 8, 2026 11:56 AM

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) With the Shooting League of India (SLI) set to introduce a franchise-based, mixed-team format to the sport, Indian rifle shooter and 2022 Asian Games gold medallist Akhil Sheoran believes the league could mark a turning point in how shooting is experienced—both by athletes and fans.

'Only thing I wanted was to finish off with a win': Khawaja after farewell Test at SCG

IANS | January 8, 2026 11:33 AM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) Australia’s five-wicket win in the fifth and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday meant the most for Usman Khawaja, who walked off the field for one last time in his career, having announced his retirement a couple of days before the game began.

5th Ashes Test breaks 79-year-old SCG attendance record

IANS | January 8, 2026 10:56 AM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) The fifth and final Ashes Test between Australia and England that concluded at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday scripted history as it attracted a record number of crowd to become the highest-attended SCG Test, breaking the record set in the 1946-47 Ashes.

Tilak Varma undergoes emergency surgery, likely to miss NZ T20Is

IANS | January 8, 2026 10:50 AM

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) India batter Tilak Varma has undergone emergency surgery in Rajkot and is likely to miss the upcoming five T20Is against New Zealand, sources familiar with the matter told IANS on Thursday.

Australia clinch Ashes 4-1 after winning SCG Test by 5 wickets

IANS | January 8, 2026 10:21 AM

Sydney, Jan 8 (IANS) Australia claimed a 4-1 Ashes series win after securing a five-wicket victory in the fifth Test at the SCG, as Usman Khawaja bowed out as a winner in his farewell Test.

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Starc equals Herath's record for most wickets in Tests by left-arm pacers

Umpire's 'no-ball blunder' comes to light after Australia wrap up Ashes series 4-1

Thorough review of the campaign is already underway: ECB CEO after 4-1 Ashes defeat

Damien Martyn discharged from hospital amid bout of meningitis, says Gilchrist

'Well-earned victory; we know the importance of every Test,' says Smith after claiming the Ashes series 4-1

SLI can change how India connects with shooting: Asiad gold medallist Akhil Sheoran

'Only thing I wanted was to finish off with a win': Khawaja after farewell Test at SCG

5th Ashes Test breaks 79-year-old SCG attendance record

Tilak Varma undergoes emergency surgery, likely to miss NZ T20Is

Australia clinch Ashes 4-1 after winning SCG Test by 5 wickets

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