1st ODI: Madushanka's last-over hat-trick seals thrilling 7-run win for Sri Lanka over Zimbabwe

IANS | August 29, 2025 11:19 PM

Harare, Aug 29 (IANS) Dilshan Madushanka claimed an incredible last-over hat-trick to help Sri Lanka prevail over hosts Zimbabwe by seven runs in the first ODI of the two-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Friday. In a match that started in a usual sedate note, it turned into a thriller as Zimbabwe looked on course for an upset before Madushanka weaved his magic in the last over of the match, leading the visitors to a thrilling victory.

Zampa and Santner to miss knockout stage of T20 Blast for Surrey

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:02 PM

London, Aug 29 (IANS) Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa and New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner have been ruled out of Surrey’s knockout matches ahead of the resumption of the T20 Blast this season. Surrey, who topped the South Group, are set to face Northamptonshire in the quarterfinals at The Oval on September 3. Santner, 33, had earlier withdrawn from The Hundred due to injury and remains unavailable.

India submits proposal to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad

IANS | August 29, 2025 8:36 PM

London, Aug 29 (IANS) With the Union Cabinet giving its nod, an Indian delegation with representation from the Commonwealth Games Association of India and the Government of Gujarat submitted a formal proposal to Commonwealth Sport in London to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India. The delegation was led by Harsh Sanghavi, Minister of Sports, Government of Gujarat.