After three successful editions, WPL 2026 set to serve as a launchpad for youngsters

IANS | December 31, 2025 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) The Women’s Premier League (WPL) gained momentum in its inaugural edition in 2023 and has since become a platform for emerging cricketers to showcase their talent. With the tournament now gearing up for its fourth edition, several up-and-coming cricketers from across the world will be hoping to put up remarkable performances to grab the selectors’ attention.

WPL 2026: DC will win title, Mandhana might win Orange Cap, says Chopra

IANS | December 31, 2025 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Former India opener Aakash Chopra has tipped Delhi Capitals (DC) to clinch the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) and suggested Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Smriti Mandhana could emerge as the tournament’s leading run‑scorer.

ICC Rankings: Brook becomes No. 2 Test batter, Starc inches closer to Bumrah’s top spot

IANS | December 31, 2025 3:07 PM

Dubai, Dec 31 (IANS) Harry Brook’s gritty effort at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has reshaped the Test Rankings, as the England batter moved three places to be ranked second in the latest ICC rankings, while Mitchell Starc edged closer to India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah’s top spot following a standout bowling display throughout the series.

Vaughan urges Khawaja to retire on his own terms

IANS | December 31, 2025 1:47 PM

Sydney, Dec 31 (IANS) Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms after playing the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, which starts on January 4.