During the Pakistan vs. South Africa Test, commentator Shaun Pollock mistakenly called Pakistan captain Shan Masood the “captain of India.” This gaffe occurred as the crowd cheered for Babar Azam’s arrival, anticipating his return after the Asia Cup 2025. Masood was later dismissed for 76 before Azam came to the crease.
Alyssa Healy’s brilliant 142 powered Australia to a record 331-run chase against India, securing a historic three-wicket win. Despite strong half-centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal, India’s total wasn’t enough. Healy’s exceptional innings, supported by Ashleigh Gardner and a returning Ellyse Perry, sealed the victory for the unbeaten Australians.
West Indies spinner Khary Pierre expressed surprise at India’s decision to enforce the follow-on, but praised his team’s counterattacking response. Opener John Campbell and Shai Hope built a strong partnership, ending day three at 173/2. Pierre believes the wicket remains good for batting, and the team aims to make a game of it.
Harjas Singh, the 20-year-old son of Indian-origin bus drivers in Australia, smashed 35 sixes in a record-breaking 314* off 141 balls, rewriting a 120-year-old record. His explosive innings made him the newest sensation in Australian cricket.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s brilliant 175 against West Indies showcased maturity, featuring 22 boundaries. The young opener, now among the youngest to achieve five 150+ scores before 24, shared a lighthearted moment with Brian Lara. Jaiswal emphasized his team-first approach, aiming to convert starts into big scores and praising partnerships for maintaining pressure.
John Campbell’s unbeaten 87 and Shai Hope’s 66 led West Indies’ strong resistance on day three, reaching 173 for two after being forced to follow on. Despite trailing by 97 runs, their unbroken 138-run partnership offered a glimmer of hope against India’s bowlers, who were earlier stifled by Kuldeep Yadav’s five-wicket haul.
Smriti Mandhana has shattered records, becoming the youngest and fastest to 5000 ODI runs in women’s cricket. Her brilliant 80 against Australia in Visakhapatnam showcased her exceptional talent and consistency. This remarkable feat underscores her status as a global cricketing icon and highlights the rising prominence of Indian women’s cricket.
West Indies pacer Jayden Seales has been fined 25% of his match fee and received one demerit point for a Level 1 ICC Code of Conduct breach. The incident involved Seales throwing the ball at batter Yashasvi Jaiswal’s pads after fielding it. The match referee ruled the throw inappropriate and dangerous, despite Seales’ claim of…
