3rd ODI: Smriti’s 125 goes in vain as Australia beat India by 43 runs, win series 2-1

IANS | September 20, 2025 9:30 PM

New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) Smriti Mandhana smashed a blistering 125 off 63 balls and was supported by fine half-centuries by Deepti Sharma (72) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (52). But the trio’s efforts weren’t enough to carry India over the line as Australia secured a 43-run win in the third ODI at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday to seal the series 2–1.

Asia Cup: Pakistan bring in motivational speaker ahead of tense India match

IANS | September 20, 2025 6:31 PM

Dubai, Sep 20 (IANS) Demoralised after being beaten comprehensively in a crucial league match that ended in controversy over no handshake, Pakistan have roped in a motivational speaker to help their team handle the pressure of a rematch between the two neighbours in the Super 4s stage of the Men's T20 Asia Cup here on Sunday.