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From desk jobs to Asia Cup 2025, Oman cricket team's inspiring story
Oman's cricketers, balancing jobs and passion, reach the Asia Cup. Captain Jatinder Singh and Sufyan Mehmood share their struggles. They faced cement pitches and parental doubts. The 2016 World Cup was a turning point. Now, Oman aims to play fearless cricket against top teams like India and Pakistan. They are building a sustainable future through school programs.
Asia Cup 2025: Full match schedule, venues, tickets, live streaming & all you need to know
The Asia Cup 2025, a T20 format tournament featuring eight teams divided into two groups, will be held from September 9-28 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, is the favorite, facing competition from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The tournament includes a Super Fours stage, culminating in the final on September 28.
Asia Cup is India's tournament to lose
India is the overwhelming favorite at the upcoming Asia Cup T20. Experts believe India's depth and clarity make them the team to beat. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan are potential challengers. The tournament also offers opportunities for associate nations like UAE and Oman. All eyes are on whether any team can stop India from claiming the title.
Mohammad Nawaz's hat trick leads Pakistan to tri-series victory over Afghanistan in the final
Pakistan defeated Afghanistan in the Twenty20 tri-series final. Mohammad Nawaz took a hat trick, leading Pakistan to victory. Afghanistan scored their second-lowest T20 total. Rashid Khan's efforts with the ball couldn't save Afghanistan. Nawaz's all-round performance and Pakistan's strong bowling secured the win. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha praised Nawaz's performance.
Shubman Gill turns 26: Journey from young prodigy to future leader
Shubman Gill, the dynamic Indian Test captain, celebrated his 26th birthday on Monday. From his U-19 World Cup heroics to stellar performances in Australia and a record-breaking ODI double century, Gill has solidified his place in Indian cricket.
England beats South Africa by record 342-run margin in 3rd cricket ODI
England secured a historic 342-run victory against South Africa in the final ODI at Southampton, marking the largest winning margin in ODI history. Joe Root and Jacob Bethell, who scored a century, propelled England to 414-5, while Jofra Archer's devastating spell of 4-18 helped dismiss South Africa for a mere 72. Despite the loss, South Africa won the series 2-1.
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England batter Jos Buttler completes 12000 international runs in his career
Jos Buttler achieved a milestone in the third ODI against South Africa. He scored 12,000 international runs for England. Buttler is the seventh English batter to reach this feat. He played an unbeaten innings of 62 runs. Currently, Buttler has 12,019 runs in 387 matches. Joe Root leads England's run-scoring charts with 21,637 runs.
India, Pakistan first meet on field after deadly Pahalgam attack fires up Asia Cup
The Asia Cup begins in the United Arab Emirates. India and Pakistan will play their first cricket match since the military conflict. The Twenty20 competition is a build-up to the T20 World Cup. Eight teams will participate in the event. India and Pakistan are in the same group. Tensions exist after the conflict in May.
Shreyas Iyer to lead India A in multi-day matches against Australia A; KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj to play
Shreyas Iyer will captain India 'A' in two multi-day matches against Australia 'A' in Lucknow. Dhruv Jurel is the vice-captain. Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, and Prasidh Krishna are also in the squad. KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj will join for the second match. These matches will be followed by three one-day games in Kanpur in 2025.
India begin Asia Cup preparations with nets in Dubai
Defending champions India geared up for the Asia Cup with a rigorous practice session in Dubai, marking their first team training since the England Test series. Key players like Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, and Jasprit Bumrah participated, with Bumrah's return to T20Is keenly observed after a break.
Ross Taylor comes out of retirement four years after quitting, to play for new country
New Zealand cricket legend Ross Taylor is making a comeback from retirement to represent Samoa in their bid for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Taylor, whose mother was Samoan, will play under his full name, Leaupepe Luteru Ross Poutoa Lote Taylor. Ross, who last wore the black jersey in early 2022, became eligible to represent Samoa only in April, after completing the mandatory stand-down period required to switch international allegiances.
Asia Cup 2025 India vs Pakistan schedule out: Full team India fixtures, key clash dates, and where to watch live
The Asia Cup 2025, in T20I format, will be jointly hosted by Dubai and Abu Dhabi starting September 9, 2025. Eight teams, including India and Pakistan, will compete for the title. India begins against UAE on September 10, followed by the highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan match on September 14.
Pakistan vs United Arab Emirates 5th T20I: Check timings, playing 11 and more
Pakistan vs United Arab Emirates Pitch report Playing 11: Pakistan and UAE will clash in the fifth T20I Tri-Nation Series match at Sharjah Stadium on September 4, 2025. Pakistan aims to secure a spot in the finals, while UAE needs a significant win to stay in contention. The match will be live-streamed on FanCode, with temperatures expected to reach 41°C.
Amit Mishra announces retirement from all forms of cricket
Amit Mishra, the veteran Indian leg-spinner, has retired from all forms of cricket. His career spanned over 15 years. Mishra last played for India in 2017. He continued to play in the IPL until the 2024 edition. Mishra represented India in Tests, ODIs, and T20s. He made a successful Test debut against Australia in 2008, taking a five-wicket haul.
England vs South Africa 1st ODI: Check when, where to watch clash online and TV
England and South Africa are set to clash in the ODI series opener at Headingley, Leeds, on Tuesday, September 2. Hampshire's Sonny Baker is poised to make his debut for England. However, South Africa will be missing key players Matthew Breetzke and Kagiso Rabada due to injuries for this first match.
Jyotiraditya Scindia's son Mahan Aryaman takes charge as youngest MPCA president
Mahan Aryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, has become the youngest president of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA). He aims to promote young players and women from rural areas. The entire executive was elected unopposed, continuing the Scindia family's long-standing involvement in MP cricket administration, despite past challenges to their dominance.
Back issue returns to haunt Australia captain Pat Cummins, set to miss India series, doubtful for Ashes
Pat Cummins, the Australian captain, is facing a setback. A scan revealed lumbar bone stress in his lower back. He will miss the white-ball series against New Zealand and India. This affects his Ashes preparations. Cummins experienced back soreness after the West Indies tour. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are set to return for the ODIs against Australia.
Australia's prolific speedster Mitchell Starc bids adieu to T20Is to focus on ODIs, Tests
Mitchell Starc has retired from T20Is to prolong his career in Tests and ODIs, aiming to defend Australia's 2027 ODI World Cup title. The 35-year-old bows out as Australia's second-highest T20I wicket-taker with 79 scalps. Australia announced their T20I squad against New Zealand, missing key players like Cameron Green and Nathan Ellis.
Mitchell Starc announces retirement from T20Is, says 'this is my best way forward'
Mitchell Starc, Australia's premier white-ball pacer, has retired from T20 internationals to prolong his Test and ODI career. The 35-year-old aims to remain fresh for upcoming Test tours, Ashes series, and the 2027 ODI World Cup. Starc, who debuted in T20Is in 2012, leaves as Australia’s leading pace bowler in the format with 79 wickets.
ICC Women's World Cup prize money sees 297% increase from previous edition, more than the Men’s World Cup 2023
The champions of the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup scheduled in India and Sri Lanka will receive the biggest-ever prize money in the history of the tournament. IT has been hiked from $1.32 million (Rs 11.65 crore) in the previous edition to $4.48 million (Rs 39.55 crore). ICC chairman Jay Shah said that this was a 297% increase from the last edition and more than the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
Ashwin in ILT20? Veteran spinner in talks with organisers to register for player auction
Former India spinner R Ashwin has expressed his interest to participate in the UAE's ILT20. He announced his retirement from IPL last week, saying he wants to explore foreign leagues. Ashwin is in talks with the ILT20 organisers to register himself for the player auction scheduled later this month. The ILT20 is scheduled for December and January.
Rashid Khan’s brother passes away, Pakistan team pays tribute after T20 match
Afghanistan's cricket captain, Rashid Khan, is mourning the death of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari, prompting heartfelt condolences from the global cricketing community. Pakistan's team paid their respects during a T20I match, earning widespread praise. Despite the personal tragedy, Rashid played in the series opener, where Afghanistan faced a defeat against Pakistan, uniting the cricketing world in sympathy.
Rahul Dravid quits as Rajasthan Royals head coach
Rajasthan Royals announced that Rahul Dravid will no longer be the head coach of the franchise following a disappointing season. Dravid, who has previously captained the franchise, declined a broader role within the team. The franchise thanked Dravid for his contributions and impact on the team's culture and the development of its players during his tenure.
Indian fan zones sold out 50 days ahead of series, says Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia has said that Indian fan zones for the upcoming white-ball series have been sold out. Tickets for both the ODI and T20I series have been fully booked 50 days ahead of the series. The ODI series begins on October 19 in Perth. The tour includes three ODIs and five T20Is. Cricket Australia is expecting great competition between the two teams for the fans.
Such players come once in a century: Suresh Raina says 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi will make India debut soon
Suresh Raina has predicted that Vaibhav Suryavanshi has a bright future. He has been impressed with his fearless batting and compared the 14-year-old opener to Rishabh Pant. Suryavanshi impressed in IPL 2025 with a century against Gujarat Titans and winning the Super Striker award. He also did well in the U-19 series against England, showcasing his exceptional talent.
Pulwama trades silence for cricket under floodlights
Pulwama, once marked by curfews, now hosts the Royal Premier League, a day-night T20 tournament, injecting energy into the region. Backed by local figures, the event transformed the district stadium into a vibrant arena. The league features teams with players from across India, offering lucrative prizes and a platform for healing and hope for the youth.
Asia Cup 2025: Haris Rauf makes a claim that India won’t like
Haris Rauf's confident declaration that Pakistan will defeat India in the Asia Cup T20I has intensified anticipation for the high-stakes rivalry. The tournament, scheduled from September 9-28 in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, will see Pakistan, led by Salman Agha, face India on September 14. Both teams have announced their squads, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling encounter.
Abhishek Bachchan-backed T20 league appoints Oakvale Capital as exclusive investment banker for capital raise
The European T20 Premier League (ETPL), co-owned by Abhishek Bachchan and supported by major European cricket boards, has appointed Oakvale Capital as its exclusive investment banker. Oakvale's sports finance expertise is expected to be crucial for ETPL's long-term goals.
Asia Cup: Nurul Hasan returns to Bangladesh squad after three years, Litton Das to lead
Bangladesh selectors have recalled Nurul Hasan to the 16-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, where Litton Das will lead the team. Hasan returns after impressive domestic performances, while Saif Hasan also makes a comeback. The squad will also participate in a three-game T20I series against the Netherlands before the Asia Cup, a crucial step towards the T20 World Cup.
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