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Shreyas Iyer Voices Disappointment Over Asia Cup Omission, Vows to Fight for Spot

Shreyas Iyer admitted feeling frustrated after being left out of India's Asia Cup 2025 squad. He remains determined to prove his worth through strong performances and leadership of India A.

Nawaz's Hat-Trick Heroics Humble Afghanistan, Secure Tri-Series Title for Pakistan

Mohammad Nawaz became the first Pakistani spinner to claim a hat-trick in men's T20Is during the UAE tri-series final. His spell led Pakistan to a commanding 75-run victory over Afghanistan, boosting their Asia Cup prospects.

PM Modi Congratulates Hockey Team on Asia Cup Victory, Praises Rajgir's Hosting Prowess

Asia Cup 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men's hockey team on their remarkable victory over Korea on Sunday. He also praised Rajgir for successfully hosting the tournament.

Duleep Trophy Final: South Zone Roster Revamped as Jagadeesan, Padikkal Earn India A Call-Up

South Zone has announced their squad for the Duleep Trophy final against Central Zone, led by Mohammed Azharuddeen and Ricky Bhui. Andrew Siddarth and Smaran Ravichandran replace Jagadeesan and Padikkal, who are now with India A. South Zone aims to maintain their momentum, relying on Azharuddeen and Bhui to lead the batting against a strong Central Zone.

England Inflicts Record-Breaking Defeat on South Africa in ODI Thrashing

England inflicted a historic defeat on South Africa in Southampton, securing a record 342-run victory in the third ODI. Jofra Archer's fiery spell and Jacob Bethell's maiden century powered England to a massive 414/5, while South Africa crumbled to a mere 72 all out.

Andre Siddarth, Smaran Ravichandran Get Duleep Trophy Final Call-Up for South Zone

The duo come in place of N Jagadeesan and Devdutt Padikkal who have been picked in the India A squad

Kylian Mbappe Endorses Ousmane Dembele for 2025 Ballon d'Or After Treble-Winning Season OR Mbappe Backs PSG Teammate Dembele for 2025 Ballon d'Or Amidst Stiff Competition

Kylian Mbappe has backed Ousmane Dembele for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, praising his treble-winning season with PSG, while Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Raphinha also remain strong contenders in one of football's most competitive races.

India Clinches Hockey Asia Cup Title After 8-Year Drought, Secures World Cup Berth with Decisive Victory Over Korea

India ended their eight-year wait for the Asia Cup title with a convincing 4-1 win over Korea in the final on Sunday, September 7. India also sealed their spot in the World Cup 2026 with the win.

South Zone and Central Zone Dominate, Secure Duleep Trophy Final Showdown

South Zone secured their place in the Duleep Trophy final against Central Zone by virtue of their first-innings lead, capitalizing on favorable bowling conditions to dismiss North Zone. Central Zone also advanced, their match against West Zone ending in a draw. The final is set to begin on September 11.

Asia Cup 2025: Arshdeep Singh Eyes Historic 100th T20I Wicket as India Prepares for Dubai Showdown

Arshdeep Singh is on the cusp of becoming the first Indian bowler to claim 100 T20I wickets at the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai. India's campaign starts on September 10 against the UAE, followed by a high-stakes match against Pakistan on September 14. The squad includes Surya Kumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Pitches BCCI for More IPL Teams, Citing State's Size and Cricket Boom

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to the BCCI to allocate more IPL teams to the state, emphasising its large population and improving sports infrastructure. Speaking at the UPT20 League closing ceremony, he argued that UP, with its 25 crore population, deserves at least four IPL teams.

Marnus Labuschagne's Hat-Trick Heroics Seal T20 Max Title for Redlands

Marnus Labuschagne took a hat-trick to help Redlands win the KFC T20 Max Final against Valleys. He registered bowling figures of 3/13 in 2.2 overs and secured a 41-run victory for his team in the final.

Prenelan Subrayen's Bowling Action Cleared by ICC After Review

The ICC has cleared South Africa's spinner Prenelan Subrayen to continue bowling in international cricket. This comes alongside South Africa's third ODI game against England.

Pakistan to Host T20I Tri-Series Featuring Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Ahead of World Cup

Pakistan is set to host a T20 international tri-series featuring Afghanistan and Sri Lanka this November, confirmed by the Pakistan Cricket Board. Scheduled as preparation for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, the series begins on November 17 in Rawalpindi with Pakistan facing Afghanistan.

Jason Holder Eyes Test Return, Demands Fair Pay to Combat T20 League Appeal

Jason Holder, despite not playing Test cricket for over a year, expresses his unwavering desire to return to the West Indies Test team, emphasizing his passion for international cricket and the significance of Test cricket as the pinnacle of the sport.

Suryakumar Yadav's 'Local Boy' Quip Adds to Asia Cup Buzz as Fans Chant for Sanju Samson in Dubai

Suryakumar Yadav's playful banter with Sanju Samson during Team India's Asia Cup 2025 practice in Dubai injected humor into the camp. Samson, vying for an opening spot, received strong fan support, while the team intensely trained for the tournament. The BCCI unveiled the official jersey, emphasising the team's determination to defend their title as Asian champions.

Asia Cup 2025: Team India's New Jersey Unveiled with Message of Pride and Determination

India's Asia Cup 2025 preparations are in full swing as the BCCI and ACC revealed the team's official jersey through a dynamic video. Featuring captain Suryakumar Yadav and key players, the video emphasises the team's determination to defend their title.

South Africa Launches WTC Title Defense in Lahore Test Against Pakistan

The two-Test series will be followed by three T20Is and three ODIs

Sam Curran Returns to England T20I Squad; Duckett Granted Rest Amid Form Concerns

Matthew Potts has been withdrawn from the Ireland T20Is to allow him to play County Championship and press for Ashes selection

Hrishikesh Kanitkar to Lead India A, Sunil Joshi Appointed Bowling Coach for Australia A Series

Former India left-arm spinner Sunil Joshi has been appointed as the bowling coach for the India A team in their upcoming series against Australia A. Alongside Joshi, Atul Ranade, currently the assistant coach of Mumbai, will serve as the fielding coach. Hrishikesh Kanitkar will continue as the head coach.