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Australia vs England: England faces a difficult situation in the final Test of the Ashes series against Australia. Thanks to a brilliant century from young Jacob Bethell, the team managed a 119-run lead in their second innings, but eight wickets have already fallen. England Holds a 119-Run Lead in Second InningsSydney: England is under pressure in the final Test of the Ashes series, with defeat looming large. On Day 4, young batsman Jacob Bethell scored a century, helping England secure a lead in the second innings. Despite this, the team’s troubles continued. By the end of Day 4, England was 302 for 8 in the second innings, with Bethell unbeaten on 142 and Matthew Potts on 0. The team currently holds a 119-run lead. England captain Ben Stokes was injured during the first session of ...

Michael Bracewell is leading New Zealand in their ODI series against India. The Kiwi all-rounder has expressed his desire to see Indian stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play in the 2027 World Cup. Will Rohit and Virat Feature in the 2027 World Cup?India’s batting stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, are in the twilight of their careers. Both have retired from T20 Internationals and continue to play only ODIs. The upcoming 2027 World Cup, to be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, has cricket fans eager to see the duo in action. Michael Bracewell has now joined the list of admirers wishing to witness them in the tournament. Bracewell on Rohit and Virat:Speaking at the Wellington Sports Club in Mumbai, Bracewell said, “I would love to see them (Virat and Rohit) play in ...

The 2025-26 season of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) began on December 26. Indian presenter Ridhima Pathak was scheduled to cover the Dhaka leg of the tournament. However, reports surfaced claiming that she had been removed from the BPL presentation panel before even arriving in Bangladesh. Addressing the rumors, Ridhima Pathak released a statement on social media, clarifying that she chose to step away from the league herself. She emphasized that it was a personal decision, not a decision taken by the organizers. In her statement, Ridhima said, “In the past few hours, it has been said that I was dropped from the BPL. However, stepping away from the league was my personal choice. For me, my country always comes first. I value cricket more than any assignment. I am fortunate to h...

Dhaka: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected Bangladesh’s request to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 matches out of India. Following the decision, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has issued its first official response, dismissing reports of any ultimatum from the ICC and reiterating that player safety remains its highest priority. Here are the five key takeaways from Bangladesh’s reaction: 1. ICC Assures Bangladesh’s Participation in T20 World Cup 2026 The BCB confirmed that it has received an official response from the ICC regarding its concerns. According to the board, the ICC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring Bangladesh’s full participation in the T20 World Cup 2026. The ICC has also assured that it will work to remove any obstacles that could hinder Bang...

Sydney: The ongoing 5th and final Test match of the Ashes series between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground has become a historic encounter. Australia posted a mammoth total of 567 runs in their first innings, taking a lead of 183 runs over England's 384. As the match stands on day four, Australia is poised to win, leading the series 4-1 unless there is a dramatic turnaround. However, it's not just the match result that's historic. Australia has set a remarkable record in this Test, one that has never been achieved in the 144-year history of the Ashes series. Australia’s Historic Feat: Most 50+ Partnerships in a Single Innings Australia’s batting performance in this Test has been exceptional, with Steve Smith (138) and Travis Head (163) playing outstanding innings....

New Delhi: Nepal Cricket has announced its squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held next month in India and Sri Lanka. The 23-year-old batting all-rounder Rohit Paudel has been appointed captain of the national side, while experienced campaigner Dipendra Singh Airee will serve as vice-captain. The squad also features star leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, one of Nepal’s most high-profile and talked-about cricketers. Along with Airee and Lamichhane, Paudel is considered among the wealthiest and most influential cricketers in Nepal. After a disappointing outing in the T20 World Cup 2024, the Nepal Cricket Association has expressed confidence that this balanced squad can push for a Super 8 qualification in the upcoming edition. Rohit Paudel’s Special Connection with Indi...

Sydney: England’s young batsman Jacob Bethell has scored a remarkable century in the 5th and final Test of the Ashes series being played in Sydney. This century marks Bethell’s first in first-class cricket, adding another significant achievement to his early career. Bethell had been on the bench for the first three matches of the series but was given a chance in the fourth match, where he contributed 40 runs in a key role to England’s victory. His breakthrough century came on the fourth day of the Sydney Test, where he was at the crease after Mitchell Starc dismissed Jack Crawley in the opening over. A Historic First-Class Century Despite having no first-class century prior to this, Bethell was given the opportunity to debut for England in Test cricket. He reached his century off ...

Dhaka: The controversy between Bangladesh and India over the exclusion of Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 continues to escalate. Following this, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) requested that its T20 World Cup 2026 matches be moved out of India citing player safety concerns. The International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected this request, leading to further tension between the boards. In the midst of this dispute, Syed Ashraful Haque, former Secretary of BCB and former CEO of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), has issued a warning to his own board while supporting the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Haque highlighted the practical difficulties of rescheduling matches less than a month before the tournament and cautioned that Bangladesh risks losing its share of World Cup re...

After being excluded from the IPL 2026 season, Bangladesh's fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has decided to pursue his career in Pakistan, registering himself for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026. This decision comes after his IPL exclusion by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which followed a controversy surrounding his participation due to the ongoing political tensions between India and Bangladesh. Mustafizur Rahman Registers for PSL 2026 Rahman was initially bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a hefty ₹9.2 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, after a bidding war with Chennai Super Kings (CSK). However, following the BCCI’s decision to bar him from participating in the league, Rahman has now opted to play in the PSL. The two leagues, IPL and PSL, overlap in terms ...

In a significant development, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected a request from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to relocate Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside of India. The BCB had raised concerns regarding the safety of its players and officials in India, particularly in light of the ongoing tensions in Bangladesh. ICC's Firm Stance During an online meeting between ICC officials and BCB representatives on Tuesday, the ICC made it clear that there was no credible information suggesting that the Bangladesh team would face any specific or substantial threats while playing in India. The ICC emphasized that no changes would be made to the tournament’s schedule or venues, citing the lack of any verified risk to the team’s safety. According to reports f...