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I hope the jinx is broken this time, says Devajit Saikia ahead of ICC Women’s World Cup

IANS | September 21, 2025 4:37 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia wishes for the Women in Blue to break the jinx and win their maiden ICC title as they gear up for the ICC Women’s World Cup, starting from September 30. He also said that Assam’s cricketing body, in association with the Indian cricket board, plans to hold an opening ceremony in Guwahati before the World Cup opener between India and Sri Lanka.

Rajeev Shukla announces panel; Mithun Manhas files nomination for BCCI president

IANS | September 21, 2025 3:25 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on Sunday announced a new panel of candidates for the Board’s top posts, confirming that former cricketer Mithun Manhas has filed his nomination for the president’s role at the headquarters here.

Asia Cup: 'Hype is less because Team India is strong', opines Sai Kishore ahead of India-Pak Super 4s game

IANS | September 21, 2025 12:39 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) India spinner Sai Kishore believes that Team India being the stronger side might be the reason behind the upcoming Super 4s contest against Pakistan in the Asia Cup not being hyped up like usual.

Gentlemen’s game needs focus on cricket: Monty Panesar before India-Pak clash

IANS | September 21, 2025 12:26 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Former England spinner Monty Panesar believes the recent 'no handshake row' has further impacted the buzz of the India vs Pakistan game in the Super 4 of the ongoing Asia Cup, stating that both the teams should pay more attention to cricket rather than other things.

Yastika Bhatia undergoes knee surgery, shares update on health

IANS | September 21, 2025 11:43 AM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) India wicketkeepr-batter Yastika Bhatia shared an update about her health after undergoing surgery after she injured her left knee during the preparatory camp for the Women's ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam.

Mithun Manhas emerges as frontrunner for BCCI president’s post

IANS | September 21, 2025 1:30 AM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Former cricketer Mithun Manhas has emerged as the frontrunner for the BCCI president’s post, with key decision-makers of Indian cricket holding an informal meeting here on Saturday.

3rd ODI: Smriti and Harmanpreet look at positives despite loss to Australia in series decider

IANS | September 21, 2025 12:34 AM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana struck a tone of optimism and reflection despite India suffering a 43-run defeat to Australia in the ODI series decider at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. In a run-fest in which multiple records were broken, India were bowled out for 369 in a chase of 413, despite an epic 125 by Smriti, while Harmanpreet and Deepti Sharma hit 52 and 72 respectively.

Asia Cup: Saif, Towhid help Bangladesh stun Sri Lanka by four wickets in last-over thriller

IANS | September 21, 2025 12:21 AM

Dubai, Sep 21 (IANS) Saif Hasan and Towhid Hridoy struck superb half-centuries after Musttafizur Rahman and Mahedi Hasan had laid the foundation by claiming five wickets between them as Bangladesh came back strongly to beat Sri Lanka by four wickets in the opening match of the Super 4 stage of the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 here on Saturday.

PKL 12: Historic 100th league win for coach Manpreet as Steelers beat Thalaivas

IANS | September 20, 2025 11:27 PM

Jaipur, Sep 20 (IANS) The clash between Haryana Steelers and Tamil Thalaivas at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur turned into a pulsating contest, with the Steelers holding their nerve to eke out a 38-36 victory in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) here on Saturday. Beyond the scoreline, the night carried special significance as Steelers’ head coach Manpreet Singh became the first-ever PKL coach to register 100 wins — a historic milestone.

3rd ODI: Smriti hits epic 125 but Australia beat India by 43 runs, win series 2-1 (ld)

IANS | September 20, 2025 10:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) The series decider between India and Australia lived up to its billing, producing a staggering 748 runs - the highest aggregate in a women’s ODI - featuring 99 fours and 12 sixes at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday.

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I hope the jinx is broken this time, says Devajit Saikia ahead of ICC Women’s World Cup

Rajeev Shukla announces panel; Mithun Manhas files nomination for BCCI president

Asia Cup: 'Hype is less because Team India is strong', opines Sai Kishore ahead of India-Pak Super 4s game

Gentlemen’s game needs focus on cricket: Monty Panesar before India-Pak clash

Yastika Bhatia undergoes knee surgery, shares update on health

Mithun Manhas emerges as frontrunner for BCCI president’s post

3rd ODI: Smriti and Harmanpreet look at positives despite loss to Australia in series decider

Asia Cup: Saif, Towhid help Bangladesh stun Sri Lanka by four wickets in last-over thriller

PKL 12: Historic 100th league win for coach Manpreet as Steelers beat Thalaivas

3rd ODI: Smriti hits epic 125 but Australia beat India by 43 runs, win series 2-1 (ld)

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