Smriti Mandhana becomes fastest woman to reach 5000-run milestone in ODIs

IANS | October 12, 2025 5:00 PM

Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (IANS) Indian opener Smriti Mandhana on Sunday became the youngest and fastest player to reach 5000 runs in Women's ODI cricket, reaching the mark during the Women's World Cup match against Australia at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

Mithali Raj Stand, Raavi Kalpana Gate unveiled at ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam 

IANS | October 12, 2025 4:05 PM

Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (IANS) The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) unveiled the newly-designated stand named in honour of former India captain Mithali Raj, along with a Gate named after former wicketkeeper Raavi Kalpana, here at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, recognising the contributions of both to Indian women's cricket stalwarts.

PVL: Bengaluru Torpedoes look to extend winning streak against Chennai Blitz

IANS | October 12, 2025 2:43 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 12 (IANS) Bengaluru Torpedoes are heading into their next challenge after registering their third straight victory in the Prime Volleyball League (PVL), facing Chennai Blitz on Monday, in what promises to be a high-intensity contest as both teams look to assert themselves early this season.