Delhi’s intense heat overwhelmed Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj, causing him to collapse from exhaustion during the second Test against the West Indies. After a demanding spell, he received immediate medical attention. Despite the challenging conditions and the West Indies’ strong batting performance, India is poised for a series victory.
Pakistan Cricket Board is crafting backup plans for a T20 Tri-Series involving Sri Lanka, as Afghanistan’s participation remains uncertain due to bilateral tensions. The series, slated for November, faces potential scheduling conflicts with a proposed series against Sri Lanka in January, impacting Pakistani players’ availability for the Big Bash League and potentially causing friction with…
During the second Test against West Indies, Mohammed Siraj showcased a playful side, jokingly warning Justin Greaves. Despite the banter, Greaves scored a half-century as the West Indies tail added crucial runs. Siraj also became the leading Test wicket-taker in 2025, dismissing Shai Hope for his 37th wicket of the year.
Anil Kumble has weighed in on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s prospects for the 2027 ODI World Cup, acknowledging their desire for a final shot at glory. Kumble advised them to focus on enjoying their cricket year by year, rather than looking too far ahead, given their current form and the tournament’s distant timeline.
Ravindra Jadeja has etched his name in history, surpassing Harbhajan Singh to become India’s third-highest wicket-taker at home across all formats. This significant achievement occurred during the second Test against the West Indies, marking his 377th home wicket. Jadeja now stands alongside legends Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin in this elite list.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri has cast doubt on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s certainty for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He emphasized that their future depends on fitness, hunger, and form, highlighting the importance of the current series against Australia for them to cement their spots.
Sara Tendulkar celebrated her 28th birthday with heartfelt wishes from family and friends, including her brother Arjun and his fiancée Saaniya Chandhok. Sachin Tendulkar also shared warm wishes to his daughter. The celebrations offered a personal glimpse into the lives of the renowned cricketing family, with social media abuzz with heartfelt messages and shared memories.
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur lamented a shocking lower-order collapse, where the team lost six wickets for 36 runs, costing them a potential 30-40 more runs. This proved decisive as Australia successfully chased a record 331. India openers Mandhana and Rawal providing a strong start but the middle and lower order failing to capitalise.
