Deepti Sharma withdraws from The Hundred 2025 to manage workload

IANS | July 8, 2025 6:11 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) India allrounder Deepti Sharma has opted out of the 2025 edition of The Hundred, citing workload management as the key reason ahead of a crucial cricketing calendar that includes a 50-over Women’s World Cup on home soil later this year.

Kent sign Keith Dudgeon for entire 2026 season

IANS | July 8, 2025 5:55 PM

Canterbury, July 8 (IANS) Kent Cricket has announced the signing of South African paceman Keith Dudgeon for the entire 2026 season, subject to regulatory approval. The 29-year-old initially joined Kent on a short-term overseas deal at the start of the 2025 season and took career first-class best figures of 7-36 on debut away at Northamptonshire, before a knee injury ended his chance to make any further appearances.

Sohail Khan clinches historic silver medal at Kudo World Cup 2025

IANS | July 8, 2025 5:22 PM

Burgas (Bulgaria), July 8 (IANS) India’s Sohail Khan scripted history at the Kudo World Cup 2025 by securing a silver medal in the Men’s -250 P category, registering the nation’s best-ever finish in the senior men’s division at the global event. The prestigious tournament was held in Burgas, Bulgaria and featured participation from top Kudo athletes from around the world.

Deepti Sharma closes in on becoming top-ranked T20I bowler

IANS | July 8, 2025 3:47 PM

Dubai, July 8 (IANS) India’s star spinner Deepti Sharma is on the verge of becoming the No. 1 ranked T20I bowler after the 27-year-old moved up to the second spot, just eight rating points shy of Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal, who currently holds the top spot.