Before India–Pakistan, Suryakumar Yadav kept it simple: rest well, filter the noise, and focus on cricket. His calm, clarity, and jokes set the tone for a pressure-game in Dubai.
Ashwin defends referee Andy Pycroft, says India’s no‑handshake was pre‑informed and Pakistan should focus on cricket instead of scapegoating officials.
Pakistan skipped their pre-match press conference again before facing India, keeping plans under wraps while training as scheduled. What changed, the backdrop, and why it matters.
Mithun Manhas is set to be BCCI president. What his domestic depth means, likely office-bearer slate, selection tweaks, and early priorities for pathways, scheduling, and the IPL.
Former captain Salma Khatun becomes Bangladesh’s first woman selector, joining Sazzad Ahmed on the women’s panel as World Cup preparations peak.
Ahead of India–Pakistan in Dubai, Srikkanth blasts Pakistan’s form, says they shouldn’t face top teams and won’t trouble India. Why he said it, and what to watch.
Australia posted 412 through Beth Mooney’s 138 and held off India’s 369 despite Smriti Mandhana’s record 50-ball hundred; Deepti’s 72 wasn’t enough.
Sunil Gavaskar praised Sanju Samson’s 56 off 45 vs Oman, saying the anchor role on a tricky pitch was key prep for the Super Four and helped India reach a winning total.
Mohammad Azharuddin says India should play without protests amid the handshake row, while Nikhil Chopra hints at on‑field tensions behind the decision.
Dhruv Jurel explains why team wins matter more than personal hundreds, how seniors shape his game, and how he stays ready for India’s home Tests.
Cricket Ireland is discussing a short white-ball series with India in summer 2026, likely before India’s England tour, to strengthen Ireland’s home season.
India posted 188/8 and held Oman to 167/4 to win by 21 runs and stay unbeaten before the Super Four. Samson hit 56; Abhishek struck 38 off 15.
Axar Patel took a head hit while fielding vs Oman and left the field. With less than 48 hours to Pakistan, his fitness will be assessed under head‑injury protocols.
Arshdeep hits 100 T20I wickets in 64 games, the first Indian to the mark and the quickest pacer by matches and balls. Powerplay and death-overs stats explain his impact.
Devdutt Padikkal’s 150 and Dhruv Jurel’s 140 powered India A to 531/7 declared, one short of Australia A’s 532/6, before rain forced a draw in Lucknow.
