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  Sarfaraz Khan scripts history, slams 15-ball half-century against Punjab in Vijay Hazare Trophy

  January 08, 2026 16:05 IST

  Star India batter Sarfaraz Khan was excellent for Mumbai in their clash against Punjab in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. Smashing a 15-ball half-century, Sarfaraz became the Indian player with the fastest List A half-century.

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  Ruturaj Gaikwad shatters Michael Bevan's world record after 20 years, Know details

  January 08, 2026 13:38 IST

  Ruturaj Gaikwad, dropped from India's squad for New Zealand ODI series, responded to the snub by shattering a world record after 20 years. He smashed an unbeaten 134 off 131 balls for Maharashtra against Goa to break Michael Bevan's stunning record.

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  Abhishek Sharma's struggle in Vijay Hazare Trophy continues, scores only 8 runs vs Mumbai

  January 08, 2026 12:35 IST

  Abhishek Sharma is currently playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Punjab but has not been able to replicate his form from T20 cricket. He got out for just eight runs today in the game against Mumbai, even as Punjab got bowled out for just 216 runs.

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  NRAI suspends national coach Ankush Bharadwaj after minor accuses him of sexual harassment

  January 08, 2026 11:23 IST

  A prominent member of India's shooting coaching staff, Ankush Bhardwaj, has been accused of sexual harassment by a minor shooter, prompting the national federation to suspend him. NRAI (National Rifles Association of India) confirmed that an FIR has been filed against Bhardwaj in Faridabad.

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  Australia assert their domination to win Sydney Test vs England, seal Ashes series 4-1

  January 08, 2026 9:10 IST

  Australia won the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney by five wickets, as they chased down 160 runs on the fifth day. England fought hard to defend the modest target, with their spinners getting a lot of help, but Australia held their nerve and eventually got over the line to seal the series 4-1.

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  WTC points table update after Australia's win over England in Sydney to seal Ashes 4-1

  January 08, 2026 8:58 IST

  Australia won the fifth and final Test against England today to seal the Ashes 4-1. They chased down 160 runs comfortably as they strengthened their top spot in the WTC points table with their seventh win of the ongoing cycle. Here's the WTC points table update after the Sydney Ashes Test:

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  Tilak Varma suffers abdomen injury, faces race against time to get fit for T20 World Cup 2026

  January 08, 2026 8:37 IST

  India's Asia Cup hero Tilak Varma has suffered an abdomen injury, which has more or less ruled him out of the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. India will be more worried about his availability for the T20 World Cup, scheduled to start on February 7.

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  Lungi Ngidi, picked by Delhi Capitals for IPL 2026, picks first ever hattrick in SA20 history: Watch

  January 08, 2026 8:49 IST

  The 16th match of the SA20 2025-26 witnessed history as Lungi Ngidi of Pretoria Capitals registered the first ever hattrick in the tournament. He dismissed David Wiese, Sunil Narine and Gerald Coetzee on consecutive deliveries to help his side defend 201 runs.

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  From Smriti Mandhana to Deepti Sharma, 5 Players to watch out for in WPL 2026

  January 08, 2026 0:05 IST

  The Women’s Premier League 2026 begins on January 9 with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and will be played across Navi Mumbai and Vadodara in a first-ever January–February window. Here are 5 players to keep an eye on.

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  Shai Hope creates history in SA20, registers highest score in tournament

  January 08, 2026 8:49 IST

  Shai Hope registered a huge milestone during Pretoria Capitals' clash against Durban Super Giants in the SA20 at Kingsmead, Durban. Hope has hit the highest score in the history of the tournament.

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  Shreyas Iyer cleared to play in ODI series against New Zealand as BCCI declares him fit: Report

  January 07, 2026 22:07 IST

  Shreyas Iyer, India's ODI vice-captain, was picked in the squad for the New Zealand series. However, his participation in the ODIs was subject to fitness. Iyer has reportedly been given the clearance to play the series.

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  Yo Yo Honey Singh, Jacqueline Fernandez to perform at WPL 2026 opening ceremony

  January 07, 2026 21:24 IST

  Yo Yo Honey Singh and Jacqueline Fernandez will grace the WPL 2026 opening ceremony with their performance in Navi Mumbai. The Women's Premier League 2026 will kick off on January 9 at the DY Patil Stadium.

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  'Won't compromise on Bangladesh's security, honour, dignity': Asif Nazrul on T20 World Cup row

  January 07, 2026 20:20 IST

  Bangladesh have refused to travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to 'security concerns'. The Bangladesh government's sports advisor reiterated that they are not willing to travel to India and will be writing another letter to the ICC.

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  Why are Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi not playing in PAK vs SL 1st T20I? Explained

  January 07, 2026 19:49 IST

  Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are not playing the first T20I between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Dambulla. Pakistan face Sri Lanka in their last international assignment before the T20 World Cup 2026.

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  SL vs PAK 1st T20I live score: Pakistan look to hunt down 129 to take series lead in Dambulla

  January 07, 2026 20:57 IST

  SL vs PAK 1st T20I live score: Sri Lanka and Pakistan lock horns in what is a crucial T20I series ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. The two teams face each other in a three-match series.

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  Dhawan condemns alleged assault of Hindu widow in Bangladesh: 'Such violence is unacceptable'

  January 07, 2026 17:57 IST

  Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan condemned the alleged gang rape of a Hindu widow in Bangladesh’s Kaliganj, calling the violence “unacceptable” and praying for justice for the survivor. Two men allegedly assaulted a 40-year-old woman.

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  Pakistan captain Salman Agha hopeful of injured Shaheen Afridi playing in T20 World Cup 2026

  January 07, 2026 17:25 IST

  Shaheen Shah Afridi picked up a knee injury while fielding for Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League. Pakistan T20 captain Salman Agha is hopeful that Shaheen will be able to recover in time for the T20 World Cup 2026.

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  Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun set to marry Saaniya Chandok, date confirmed: Report

  January 07, 2026 16:30 IST

  Arjun Tendulkar is the son of legendary former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. He is set to marry Saaniya Chandok, bringing an end to the speculations over their marriage.

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  Vaibhav Suryavanshi blows South Africa away with 63-ball century, smashes eight sixes

  January 07, 2026 15:05 IST

  Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed his first century as captain today for India U19 in the third ODI against South Africa. India have already won the three-match series and are looking to inflict a whitewash on the home team.

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  Bangladesh on backfoot after ICC communication, ready for 'practical solution' to play T20 World Cup

  January 07, 2026 13:08 IST

  Bangladesh Cricket Board has released an official statement on their participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. BCB has confirmed that the ICC has assured them that the board's inputs will be welcomed as part of security planning for the mega event.

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  IND vs SA U19 3rd ODI LIVE: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, George post centuries as India look to post big

  January 07, 2026 15:38 IST

  IND U19 vs SA U19 live: India and South Africa's U19 teams locked horns today in the third and final youth ODI. India are set to bat first and Vaibhav Suryavanshi will be in focus as the visitors aim to whitewash the home team, having already won the series. Follow for live action.

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  First time in 33 years! Jacob Bethell creates history in Ashes with stunning century in Sydney Test

  January 07, 2026 11:17 IST

  Jacob Bethell smashed his first Test century in the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney in the second innings. His knock has helped England erase the 183-run first innings deficit and in the process, the youngster became the first batter in 33 years to achieve the special milestone.

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  Sri Lanka vs Pakistan live: When and where to watch SL vs PAK T20I series live on TV and streaming

  January 07, 2026 11:38 IST

  The three-match T20I series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is all set to get underway today. Pakistan will miss their key players in Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi as they are busy playing in the ongoing Big Bash League. Here are the streaming and live telecast details of the series.

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  Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer to join India squad late ahead of ODI series vs New Zealand, Know reason

  January 07, 2026 9:05 IST

  Team India squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand is set to assemble today in Baroda. However, two Indian players - Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer - will join the team late. Here's the reason:

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  ICC refuses Bangladesh's request to shift venues in T20 World Cup, 'Play in India or forfeit points'

  January 07, 2026 7:35 IST

  ICC has rejected Bangladesh's request to shift their matches outside India in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. However, conflicting reports have emerged as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has denied getting any such ultimatum from the governing body.

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  New Zealand announce squad for T20 World Cup 2026, 2 players granted special leave

  January 07, 2026 7:11 IST

  New Zealand have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Even though several injured players, including captain Mitchell Santner, have been added to the squad, all are on track to get fit for the mega event.

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  Faf du Plessis creates history, becomes first-ever South African to register major T20 record

  January 06, 2026 23:58 IST

  Faf du Plessis has registered a major record for Joburg Super Kings during his team's clash against MI Cape Town in the SA20. Du Plessis scored a fiery 43 at Newlands, Cape Town, before rain intervened in the clash.

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  Mustafizur Rahman joins Pakistan Super League after IPL exit, returns to PSL after eight years

  January 06, 2026 23:35 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders released Mustafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League 2026 after the BCCI's instructions. Mustafizur has now joined the Pakistan Super League as he returns to the tournament after a gap of eight years.