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Australia vs Bangladesh Live Streaming: How to watch Women's ODI World Cup clash in Australia and England - Preview, Start Time, Squads and more

Defending champions Australia, aiming to extend their unbeaten streak, face a struggling Bangladesh in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 on Thursday. The Australian women’s team has won three of four matches, despite occasional batting inconsistency, while Bangladesh has only secured one win and has a dismal ODI record against Australia.

Virat Kohli shares a cryptic post on failing and giving up ahead of Australia series

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli shared a cryptic post on X ahead of the India-Australia series, writing, “The only time you truly fail is when you decide to give up.” Known for rarely posting personal updates, the message gained over 30,000 likes within 30 minutes. Kohli, India’s second-highest ODI run-scorer with 14,181 runs, has been in strong form this year, including a century against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Allies turned foes: How Taliban and Pakistan fell out

Tensions flare along the Durand Line as Pakistan and the Taliban engage in deadly border clashes, a stark reversal from their historical ties. Once Pakistan's strategic asset, the Taliban now asserts independence, refusing to curb the TTP and challenging Islamabad's influence. This rift signals a new era of confrontation with significant regional implications.

Anybody Watching?: West Indies’ fightback in second Test shows they are not a lost cause

Broadcasters and sponsors would make a bonanza from eyeballs, which may peak before viewers get sick and tired of watching the same thing over and over. And then there would be nothing left of the game. Nothing worth fighting for, nothing to protect. And teams such as the West Indies would not exist. Throughout the first Test match in Ahmedabad, questions were raised about whether the West Indies belonged in the world game any longer. Their batsmen did not have the stomach for the fight, the mental strength for the grind of Test cricket and the skills to be competitive, even on pitches that were good for batting.

England eye top spot as they face struggling Pakistan in Women’s World Cup

England, on a commanding three-win streak, are in top form and appear poised to dominate a struggling Pakistan in their ICC Women's World Cup match. Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt is leading the charge with exceptional batting and bowling performances, propelling England to second place in the standings.

Australia's Josh Inglis, Adam Zampa to miss opening ODI against India on Sunday

Australia's Josh Inglis and Adam Zampa will miss the first ODI against India due to injury and family reasons, respectively. Josh Philippe steps in as wicketkeeper, while Matthew Kuhnemann could debut as spinner. Mitchell Starc and Mitchell Marsh will lead the pace attack and captaincy.

Gautam Gambhir, India's clutch man in ICC events, turns 44

Gautam Gambhir, the current head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, celebrated his 44th birthday. A former prolific opener, Gambhir's career highlights include winning the 2011 World Cup and leading KKR to two IPL titles. As coach, he has revitalized the T20 side and achieved an unbeaten Champions Trophy campaign.

Can non-cricket team sports truly grow in India?

India's sporting landscape is dominated by Bollywood and cricket, creating a nation of pundits rather than players. While kabaddi and football have seen fleeting success, a lack of institutional support and consistent narratives hinders growth. True progress requires investment in grassroots, better governance, and media storytelling beyond cricket's shadow.

Asia Cup trophy locked in Dubai; Mohsin Naqvi instructs he alone will hand it to India

The Asia Cup trophy, refused by the Indian team from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi, remains at the ACC's Dubai headquarters under strict orders not to be moved without his personal approval. Naqvi, also PCB Chairman and Pakistan's Interior Minister, insists on handing it over himself.

Who is Nashra Sandhu, the bowler behind the viral death stare to India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur?

Pakistani bowler Nashra Sandhu engaged in a tense moment with Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur during a recent match. Sandhu, a key player for Pakistan, has a strong record in ODIs and T20Is. She also experienced an unusual hit-wicket dismissal at the Women's World Cup. Her performances highlight her significance in the team.

Main boxing karu aur khada woh ho saamne: Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed reveals Indian player he wants to punch

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed revealed he would like to face India's Shikhar Dhawan in a boxing match, sparking mixed reactions online. The comment surfaced after the recent Asia Cup final, where India defeated Pakistan. This adds another layer to the intense India-Pakistan cricketing rivalry.

Provocations, controversies and four wins: How Team India dominated Pakistan for 4 straight weeks across two competitions

Troubling times for Pakistan against Team India started with a seven-wicket loss to Men in Blue during the group stage of the men's Asia Cup in Dubai on September 14, and followed them right to Colombo on Sunday, where the Women in Green surrendered to the pace of Kranti Gaud and Deepti Sharma's spin during a run-chase of 248 runs.

Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria calls for empowering RSS, clarifies Indian citizenship rumours

Former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria clarified his citizenship status. He denied seeking Indian citizenship under the CAA. Kaneria stated he lives in the USA with his family. He expressed pride in his Pakistani identity. He also detailed facing discrimination. Kaneria called India his ancestral land. He noted the CAA is available for future consideration. He supports exposing anti-nationals.

Heads or tails? Watch how Pakistan won the controversial toss against India in Women's World Cup

A toss controversy marked the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan when Pakistan captain Fatima Sana's "tails" call was declared "heads," leading to Pakistan winning. They opted to bowl first, taking early wickets against India, who reached 179/5 after 41 overs. This incident added an unexpected layer to the high-profile rivalry.

India Women vs Pakistan Women Live Streaming: When and where to watch the much anticipated clash?

India and Pakistan women's teams are set to clash in the ICC World Cup 2025 on Sunday at 3 pm IST in Colombo. India, coming off a 59-run DLS win against Sri Lanka, aims for their 12th victory against Pakistan, who suffered a defeat to Bangladesh. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar.

Cricket-wise, India is way ahead: Roshan Abeysinghe on India vs Pakistan Women's WC 2025 clash

The Indian team, which kick-started the campaign with a 59-run win over Sri Lanka, will have their second match of the campaign against Pakistan, which endured a humiliating defeat in its campaign opener against Bangladesh. India has never lost to Pakistan in the women's 50-over World Cup, having won all four of their clashes so far.

A foregone conclusion: India seek another dominant win over Pakistan in Women's World Cup

India, the overwhelming favourites, face a disjointed Pakistan in a Women's World Cup game amidst continuing geopolitical tensions. India holds a commanding 24-3 record, including 11-0 in ODIs, and aims to boost their net run rate. Rain threatens the Colombo fixture, while Indian players are expected to skip handshakes with their counterparts, reflecting the strained relations.

Women's ODI World Cup: India expected to test squad depth against Pakistan

India enters their Women's World Cup clash against a struggling Pakistan as overwhelming favorites, aiming to boost their net run rate after an opening win. Pakistan, reeling from a heavy loss and batting concerns, faces a formidable challenge. The match is further underscored by geopolitical tensions, with Indian players expected to skip customary handshakes.

Mohsin Naqvi to receive Pakistan’s national award for defying India in Asia Cup 2025 trophy ceremony

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi will receive an excellence award for his firm stance during the Asia Cup trophy controversy. India's team refused to accept the trophy from him, a move Naqvi deemed political, leading him to retain it and refuse apology. This act is celebrated in Pakistan as restoring national pride amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions.

'Keep things separate': Shahid Afridi slams PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi for mixing cricket with politics

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has asked Mohsin Naqvi to step down from either his role as PCB chairman or Interior Minister, saying both posts need full attention. Afridi said cricket cannot run on advisers and requires focus. Naqvi, also ACC chairman, faced criticism after India’s Asia Cup win, deepening debate over his multiple roles.

Asia Cup trophy fiasco: Did Mohsin Naqvi apologize to BCCI? Pakistan minister asks Indian team to collect it from him

ACC President Mohsin Naqvi firmly denied apologising to BCCI regarding the Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy, stating India must collect it themselves. India had refused the trophy from Naqvi after winning the final against Pakistan, citing heightened political tensions. The BCCI called the incident "unsportsmanlike" and may escalate the matter.

PM Modi's 'Sindoor' jibe at Shehbaz Sharif counters Pakistan at UNGA

Prime Minister Modi linked India's cricket victory to a military success. This tweet followed Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's UN speech. Pakistan's Defence Minister criticized Modi, stating it closed dialogue. Indian sources confirmed no talks were planned. The Indian team refused the trophy from the ACC chief. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Health Minister JP Nadda celebrated.

‘We won’t celebrate or play until…’: Priyanka Chaturvedi slams India-Pakistan Asia Cup match