England reveal playing XI for first T20I against New Zealand

IANS | October 16, 2025 2:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) England have revealed their starting XI for the opening T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch this Saturday, with Harry Brook, who took over as England’s white-ball captain earlier this year, leading the side.

India recommended to stage 2030 Commonwealth Games; Ahmedabad proposed as host city

IANS | October 16, 2025 12:14 AM

Ahmedabad, Oct 16 (IANS) In a landmark development for Indian sports, Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 24th Commonwealth Games, scheduled for 2030. The announcement was made during the Executive Board meeting of Commonwealth Sport, marking a historic moment as the Games will coincide with the centenary celebration of the Commonwealth Sport Movement.

Women's World Cup: This was the day we could have beaten England, says Fatima Sana

IANS | October 15, 2025 11:16 PM

Colombo, Oct 15 (IANS) Pakistan captain Fatima Sana couldn’t hide her disappointment after persistent rain washed away what she called “a golden chance” for her team to claim their first-ever win over England in Women’s ODIs, as their ICC Women’s World Cup clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium ended in a no-result on Wednesday.