No info on Scotland being approached as replacement; ICC to decide what’s best for cricket: BCCI sources amid T20 WC crisis

IANS | January 21, 2026 12:50 PM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) As the International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to make a final decision on Bangladesh’s participation in the 2026 men’s T20 World Cup on Wednesday, BCCI sources said they have no information about Scotland being approached as a replacement if Bangladesh refuses to travel to India, adding that the global governing body “will decide what it deems best for cricket”.

Good to see Jemimah play her natural game on tough wicket: Mithali

IANS | January 21, 2026 11:09 AM

New Delhi, Jan 21 (IANS) Former India captain Mithali Raj lauded Delhi Capitals’ recent win against Mumbai Indians and highlighted skipper Jemimah Rodrigues’ composed, match-winning knock under pressure while also assessing the tough road ahead for MI against an in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Sabalenka eases into Australian Open third round

IANS | January 21, 2026 10:40 AM

Melbourne, Jan 21 (IANS) World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka eased into the third round of the Australian Open after beating Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan 6-3, 6-1 in 32 minutes on Wednesday.