Rain washed out the opening day of India's pink-ball warm-up game against Australia's Prime Minister's XI in Canberra. Weather conditions remain unfavorable, with predictions of continued rain and thunderstorms on Day 2, jeopardizing India's preparations. The game format has been adjusted to a 50-overs-a-side match on the final day.
Kane Williamson made history as the first New Zealand batter to surpass 9,000 Test runs during the first Test against England. He achieved this milestone in New Zealand's second innings, scoring 61 runs. Williamson's performance included crucial partnerships but New Zealand ended Day 3 struggling at 155 with a 4-run lead.
Team India captain Harmanpreet Singh is aiming to win a Hockey World Cup medal in 2026. He already has two Olympic bronze medals and plans to target the Asia Cup next for direct World Cup qualification. Harmanpreet will focus on refining his drag-flick technique and fitness for his career longevity.
FIFA has unveiled the nominees for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2024, with fans invited to vote for the first time in categories such as The Best FIFA Men’s 11 and The Best FIFA Women’s 11. A new award, the FIFA Marta Award, celebrates the best goal scored in women’s football. Voting ends on December 10, 2024.
Australia have added uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster to their 14-member squad for the second Test against India in Adelaide. Webster, 30, is the cover for the injured Mitch Marsh. His impressive domestic form, including over 900 runs and 30 wickets in last year's Sheffield Shield, makes him a strong contender for a Test debut.
England fought back impressively in the final session of the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch, taking five wickets to leave the hosts 319-8. Kane Williamson anchored the New Zealand innings with a patient 93, but Shoaib Bashir's 4-69 helped England restrict the hosts after they had reached 193-3 at lunch.
Uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster is poised to join Australia's Test squad as cover for the injured Mitchell Marsh. Marsh is struggling with niggles from the UK tour and his fitness for the second Test against India is uncertain. Webster has been performing well in domestic cricket. He scored runs and took wickets in a recent Sheffield Shield match.
Jasprit Bumrah soared to the top of the ICC Test bowling rankings after his stellar 8/72 performance led India to a resounding 295-run victory against Australia in the first Test at Perth. Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 161 propelled him to second place in the batting rankings, while Virat Kohli's century pushed him to 13th.
Jasprit Bumrah and Yashasvi Jaiswal led India to a resounding 295-run victory against Australia in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test. Jaiswal's stunning century (161) and Bumrah's eight-wicket haul earned them accolades from Glenn Maxwell, who dubbed them "generational talents".
The recent IPL auction in Jeddah saw fluctuating fortunes for several players. While some big names secured lucrative deals, others experienced significant pay cuts. Sam Curran's value dropped drastically, while Tim David and Ishan Kishan also saw reduced salaries. Kumar Kushagra and Anuj Rawat faced the steepest declines, highlighting the volatile nature of the IPL market.
The IPL auction witnessed some eyebrow-raising bids. Veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar, despite being out of the Indian team for two years, became the second day's most expensive buy at Rs 10.75 crore, joining Royal Challengers Bangalore. Injury-prone Deepak Chahar went to Mumbai Indians for Rs 9.25 crore. Rajasthan Royals splurged Rs 6.50 crore on Tushar Deshpande.
During a live commentary, Sanjay Manjrekar's remarks about Vinay Kumar's bowling speed sparked a strong reaction from the cricketer. Manjrekar suggested Kumar's success was partly due to helpful pitches, prompting Kumar to defend his achievements and hard work in a social media post, highlighting his impressive record in domestic and international cricket.
The first day of the Indian Premier League mega auction saw 72 players sold out of 84 presented. To expedite the process on the concluding day, an 'accelerated auction' will be implemented after the 116th player , where franchises pre-nominate players from the remaining pool for bidding, aiming to fill a total of 204 slots across teams.
Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name in record books with a magnificent 161 in the Perth Test against Australia, becoming the fourth-highest run-scorer after 15 Tests. This knock, his third century of 2024, propelled him into an elite group of Indian batsmen achieving this feat before turning 23. The 22-year-old also shattered Vijay Hazare’s Indian record of 1,420 runs in the first 15 Tests.
Shreyas Iyer smashed a century in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match. He scored 130 runs off just 57 balls. Iyer will be a hot commodity in the upcoming IPL 2025 Mega Auction. The auction will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Teams are looking for experienced players like Iyer. He recently led Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title.
Yuzvendra Chahal showcased his spin prowess with a stunning 4 for 9 against Manipur in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, just ahead of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. This performance follows a period of scrutiny and serves as a timely reminder of his capabilities as a match-winner, potentially boosting his value in the upcoming auction.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction is scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This marks the auction's second consecutive year outside India, signifying Saudi Arabia's growing presence in international sports. 574 players will be auctioned, potentially breaking last year's record INR 24.75 crore bid.
Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, impressed with a powerful batting performance. He scored 297 runs in a Cooch Behar Trophy match at the MCA Cricket Ground in Shillong. His innings included 51 fours and three sixes. Aaryavir, following his father's footsteps, aims to play in the IPL.
Ricky Ponting predicts a 3-1 series win for Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, despite India's recent dominance. He believes Rohit Sharma's absence in the first Test and subsequent return could disrupt India's campaign. Ponting acknowledges India's strong recent record but backs Australia's bowling attack and the experience of players like Labuschagne and Smith to secure victory.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy begins Friday with a highly anticipated clash between India and Australia. India aim for a third consecutive series win Down Under, while Australia hope to end their decade-long drought against their rivals. Former players Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan engaged in a spirited debate about which team faces more pressure.
India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, has identified Nitish Kumar Reddy as a player to watch in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Morkel praised Reddy's all-round abilities, highlighting his potential to provide stability in the batting lineup and offer valuable support to the team's pace attack.
Travis Head delivered a match-winning performance in the ODI World Cup final, scoring 137 runs to lead Australia to a historic victory over a formidable Indian team at the Narendra Modi Stadium. His innings, combined with a solid partnership with Marnus Labuschagne, propelled Australia to their sixth World Cup title, leaving Indian fans heartbroken.
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is preparing for his final tournament at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. Despite battling injuries, Nadal hopes to contribute to Spain's quest for their first title since 2018. The 22-time Grand Slam champion's presence is eagerly anticipated by fans and fellow players, including teammate Carlos Alcaraz. Italy are the defending champions.
The Indian cricket team is confident and well-prepared for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. They completed a three-day match simulation at the WACA Ground, focusing on adapting to the conditions. Bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed satisfaction with the bowlers' performance during practice, and the team is now focused on strategizing for the first Test match on November 22nd.
KL Rahul returned to nets and faced bowlers at the WACA on Sunday after copping a blow to his elbow during a practice session on Friday. This comes as a big boost for India as Shubman Gill is likely to be ruled out of the first Test against Australia with a fractured thumb.
Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes India has a 50-50 chance of retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. He emphasized the importance of a strong start in the first Test at Perth to boost the team's confidence after their recent series loss to New Zealand.
Tilak Varma's stellar performance in the recent T20I series against South Africa has presented him as potentially India's new number three batsman in the shortest format. His back-to-back centuries, a feat achieved after support from captain Suryakumar Yadav who relinquished his own position, were instrumental in India's 3-1 series victory.
Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat secured a unanimous decision victory over Brazilian Whindersson Nunes in a super-middleweight bout in Texas. Goyat's experience and power proved too much for Nunes, with the judges scoring the fight 59-55, 60-54, 60-54 in Goyat's favor.
Following Jake Paul's victory over Mike Tyson, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh has challenged Floyd Mayweather to a fight in India. Vijender, a 2008 Olympic bronze medalist, took to social media after Paul's win, calling out the undefeated Mayweather. Paul defeated an aging Tyson by unanimous decision in a highly anticipated bout.
Jake Paul triumphed over Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated boxing match held at AT&T Stadium, attended by a crowd of over 72,000, including numerous celebrities. Paul secured a unanimous decision victory, despite pre-fight hype, the bout left spectators underwhelmed by the lackluster performance from both fighters.
Indian cricket star Mohammed Shami marked his return to competitive cricket after a year-long break due to an ankle injury. He achieved a four-wicket haul playing for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy. Mohammed Shami expressed his gratitude to his fans on social media, acknowledging their unwavering support.
Sunil Gavaskar shared an interesting anecdote about his rivalry with Allan Border during an interview with 7Cricket. Gavaskar lightheartedly mentioned their friendly banter stems from Border dismissing him in a Test match, a feat Gavaskar jokingly wishes he could avenge. In 20 Test matches against India, Border took 4 wickets and one of them was Gavaskar.
Tilak Varma expressed gratitude to captain Suryakumar Yadav for giving him the opportunity to bat at No. 3, which led to his match-winning century against South Africa. Varma's 107* helped India secure a series victory. He acknowledged Suryakumar's gesture and said he wanted to repay the trust placed in him.
The Indian cricket team, under coach Gautam Gambhir's guidance, has commenced preparations for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth. Players including KL Rahul and Shubman Gill were seen training at the WACA Stadium, while Virat Kohli and others are expected to join later. Interestingly, a tall fence has been erected around the training ground to ensure privacy and strategic secrecy.
Deepak Chahar, who missed a significant part of the IPL 2024 season due to injury, is hoping to return to the Chennai Super Kings. Despite not being retained, the pacer believes his ability to limit runs in the powerplay will make him a valuable asset at the auction.
Virat Kohli's poor form has been a concern for Team India. Despite a memorable century at Perth in 2018, his recent struggles, especially against spin, have raised concerns ahead of the crucial Australian tour. With India aiming for a World Test Championship final berth, Kohli's form will be crucial.
Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues admitted that the team's performance in the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup was subpar, leading to their early exit. Despite the setback, she expressed confidence in the team's ability to learn from the experience and prepare for the upcoming ODI World Cup at home. Jemimah is representing Brisbane Heat in the Women’s Big Bash League 2024.
Varun Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul put India on the verge of victory in the second T20I against South Africa, but Tristan Stubbs's unbeaten 47 guided the Proteas to a series-leveling win. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali criticized Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav's decision to not utilize Axar Patel for more overs, citing it as a key factor in the loss.
India's cricket team, led by coach Gautam Gambhir, is determined to secure a series victory against Australia in their upcoming five-match Test tour. Despite facing challenges such as Rohit Sharma's potential absence and Virat Kohli's recent form slump, the team remains focused on their goal of winning the series, rather than solely aiming for World Test Championship qualification.
Australian cricketer Pat Cummins admitted in a podcast that he didn't recognize Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan when they first met during his initial years in the IPL playing for KKR. Despite not knowing Khan's celebrity status, Cummins found him to be a cool and charismatic owner who prioritized the players' enjoyment and freedom on the field.
Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi suffered a serious blow to his left thumb while collecting a throw during the third ODI against Australia. Captain Babar Azam helped by pulling his thumb to ease the pain until the physio arrived. Thankfully, dislocation was ruled out, and Shaheen continued bowling after treatment.
India A, despite Dhruv Jurel's second consecutive fifty (68), lost the second unofficial Test against Australia A by six wickets. Australia A chased down the target of 168 with Sam Kontas (73 not out) and Beau Webster (46 not out) guiding them to victory. This win sealed the two-match series 2-0 for Australia A.
The West Indies have announced a strong 15-man squad for their first two T20I matches against England at Kensington Oval in Barbados. The home team, boasting an unbeaten streak in T20I series since 2023, welcomes back key players like Akeal Hosein and Andre Russell. Matthew Forde, fresh off a stellar ODI series, replaces the suspended Alzarri Joseph.
India A's Prasidh Krishna put on a stellar bowling performance, claiming four wickets and restricting Australia A to 223 runs on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test in Melbourne. Krishna, vying for the third pacer spot in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, showcased his skills by dismissing key batsmen, including opener Marcus Harris.
Indian seamer Arshdeep Singh is on the verge of becoming the country's leading wicket-taker in Twenty20 Internationals. He currently sits at 87 wickets, just shy of Yuzvendra Chahal's record of 96. India's T20I series against South Africa, beginning November 8th, presents a prime opportunity for Arshdeep to achieve this milestone.
Shreyas Iyer smashed a double century (233 off 228) for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy against Odisha on Thursday. This follows his previous century, signaling strong form ahead of the IPL auction. His performance is a statement to both franchises and national selectors as he aims to regain his place in the Indian team.
The IPL super auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, features 1,574 players, including notable names like James Anderson and Saurabh Netravalkar. Released players like Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer join the pool with a base price of Rs 2 crore.
A record-breaking 1,574 players, including 1,165 Indians and 409 overseas players, have registered for the IPL 2025 auction, scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This diverse pool of talent, featuring both capped and uncapped players, will be vying for 204 available slots across ten franchises.
Team India's Test matches in Perth have been a mixed bag of close defeats and historic victories. From Sachin Tendulkar's iconic century in 1992 to their first win at the WACA in 2008, breaking Australia's 16-match winning streak, the Indian team has showcased resilience and skill on Australian soil. Indian batsmen, brought up on the low and slow dusty tracks at home, don't have a formidable record at the WACA, though there have been some memorable and exceptional performances.