Speaking ahead of the game against India, England head coach Charlotte Edwards expressed how pleased she was to see Kranti Gaud make it all the way in international cricket.
This special report covers the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) condoling the tragic loss of three young Afghan cricketers, Kabir Agha, Sigbhutullah, and Haroon, in Paktika province. The players were killed in what the transcript describes as a 'cowardly cross-border airstrike'. The BCCI stated, 'We stand in solidarity with the Afghanistan Cricket Board, the cricket fraternity and the families of the departed players'. The report also notes the significant fallout from the incident, with the Afghanistan Cricket Board deciding to withdraw from a planned tri-nation T20I series that was to include Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The BCCI's statement expressed deep sorrow, highlighting that the loss of promising sportspersons is a matter of great concern and shared its sympathies with the people of Afghanistan during this difficult time.
This special report covers the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) condoling the tragic loss of three young Afghan cricketers, Kabir Agha, Sigbhutullah, and Haroon, in Paktika province. The players were killed in what the transcript describes as a 'cowardly cross-border airstrike'. The BCCI stated, 'We stand in solidarity with the Afghanistan Cricket Board, the cricket fraternity and the families of the departed players'. The report also notes the significant fallout from the incident, with the Afghanistan Cricket Board deciding to withdraw from a planned tri-nation T20I series that was to include Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The BCCI's statement expressed deep sorrow, highlighting that the loss of promising sportspersons is a matter of great concern and shared its sympathies with the people of Afghanistan during this difficult time.
Women's World Cup, IND vs ENG: Deepti Sharma said that India are more than capable of bouncing back in their game against England after facing back-to-back losses at the hands of South Africa and Australia.
This special report focuses on the escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan after alleged Pakistani airstrikes in Paktika province killed civilians, including three domestic cricketers. An opposition leader stated, 'agar reed behen pradhanmantri ho lachar pradhanmantri ho to...atankvad aur khel sath chal sakta hai' (if there is a spineless and helpless Prime Minister...terrorism and sports can go together). The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has withdrawn from an upcoming T20 tri-series with Pakistan and Sri Lanka in protest, a decision supported by captain Rashid Khan who condemned the attacks as 'barbaric'. This has triggered a political debate in India, with opposition parties questioning the BCCI and the Indian government's policy of playing against Pakistan in multi-nation tournaments, suggesting India should learn from the ACB's decisive stand against terrorism.
This special report focuses on the escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following deadly airstrikes in Paktika province, which claimed civilian lives including three domestic cricketers. In response, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has withdrawn from an upcoming T20 tri-series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka, a decision supported by team captain Rashid Khan who condemned the attacks. An Indian opposition leader seized upon the development, stating, 'if the PM is a cowardly PM... terror and sports can go together. Why? Is it because of Amit Shah ji's son?' The leader praised the stance taken by the Afghanistan Cricket Board while criticizing the Indian government and the BCCI's approach to playing cricket with Pakistan. The incident has highlighted the complex intersection of sports and geopolitics in the region.
India's new ODI captain Shubman Gill admitted that he has big shoes to fill and follow in the footsteps of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni before him. Gill will start his captaincy tenure with the first ODI between India and Australia.
New Zealand coach Ben Sawyer said that his side has played some good cricket but missed out on a few moments during the competition. New Zealand will face Pakistan and will need a win to keep their top four hopes alive.
Women's World Cup, NZ vs PAK: Omaima Sohail said that Pakistan batters need to step up and put in consistent performances to challenge opponents. On Saturday, Pakistan will be up against New Zealand in their upcoming clash in Colombo on Saturday.
AUS vs IND: Australia star batter Travis Head was seen chatting with India all-rounder Axar Patel and wicketkeeper batter Dhruv Jurel during the photoshoot ahead of the Perth ODI between the two sides.
Sri Lanka batter Nilakshi de Silva has said that they have identified the strengths and weaknesses of the South Africa side, who are on a three-match winning streak. Nilakshi said that Sri Lanka can beat any team if they can play to their strengths.
Women's World Cup: South African spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba said that she's happy to return to Colombo after last playing in the tri-nation series earlier this year when she picked up six wickets from three games.
This special report examines India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad being recommended as the sole host city. The focus on a single city has led to questions of fairness, as the transcript highlights, 'focusing and concentrating almost every marquee event to a single city raises serious concerns about regional equity.' While Ahmedabad has proven its capabilities by hosting events like the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, other capable cities like Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bhubaneswar feel overlooked. Bhubaneswar, for instance, has successfully hosted the Hockey World Cup twice. The 2010 Commonwealth Games, despite controversies, significantly upgraded Delhi's infrastructure, reinforcing the argument for distributing major events. With India also aiming to bid for the 2036 Olympics, the debate over equitable development and giving multiple cities a fair chance to become sporting hubs is intensifying.
This special report unpacks the speculation surrounding Virat Kohli's future following his cryptic message ahead of the crucial India vs. Australia ODI series. Key figures discussed include Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and former cricketer Madanlal, amidst talk of the 2027 World Cup. Kohli's post stated, 'The only time you truly fail is when you decide to give up.' The programme explores if this is a signal of his intent to play in the 2027 World Cup, his return to the ODI squad alongside Rohit Sharma after both retired from Test and T20I formats, and the challenges ahead. The discussion also features analysis from former cricketer Madanlal, who believes in clear communication between the selectors and senior players like Kohli, and notes that Kohli will not give selectors a chance to drop him based on performance. The report also addresses the selection pressures under the Ajit Agarkar-led committee.
Australia all-rounder Annabel Sutherland has said that they have had a good look at Bangladesh's pinch-hitter Shorna Akter ahead of their Women's World Cup 2025 clash on Thursday, October 16, in Visakhapatnam.
Women's World Cup, AUS vs BAN: In the pre-match press conference, Bangladesh batter Sobhana Mostary said that the Tigresses have already shown their capability and will go into the Australia clash with a winning mindset.
The Indian cricket team left for Australia on October 15. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli accompanied the team at Delhi's IGI airport.
Star India batter Rohit Sharma has landed in Delhi ahead of the three-match Test series against Australia set to begin on October 19. Rohit will link up with the rest of his teammates, who were already in the city for the second Test against West Indies. Team India will leave for Australia from Delhi in the wee hours of October 15. The upcoming Australia series will mark the return of both Rohit and Virat Kohli to international cricket after the duo announced its Test retirement in May early this year It will also be the first series for Rohit after stepping down from captaincy and handing over the reins to Shubman Gill. The star opener will be eager to return with a bang as he's set to play as a player for the first time since 2021.
This special report focuses on the escalating controversy between senior Indian pacer Mohammed Shami and the BCCI's selection committee, headed by chief selector Ajit Agarkar. Shami is quoted in the bulletin as saying, 'The Indian team did not communicate with me regarding fitness. I am not the one who should inform them about my fitness.' The pacer has publicly questioned his exclusion from the upcoming tour of Australia, stating that if he is fit enough to play four-day Ranji Trophy matches for Bengal, he should be considered for the 50-over format. This comes after Agarkar had reportedly raised concerns about Shami's lack of consistent match practice. Shami refutes any fitness concerns, asserting he is ready to play for the Indian team whenever called upon, creating a standoff between the veteran player and the national selectors.
The upcoming T20I triangular cricket series between Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka is in jeopardy following intense military conflict between Islamabad and Kabul. According to reports, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairperson Mohsin Naqvi has asked the International Cricket Council to 'start working on an alternate plan as he wants the Tri-Series to go ahead'. The series is scheduled from November 17 to 29. However, with deadly clashes reported along the Durand Line, there are serious doubts over Afghanistan's participation. This development also comes just a week after Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, concluded a high-profile visit to India. The PCB is reportedly already mulling alternative plans, including a bilateral series with Sri Lanka, to ensure the cricketing window is utilized.
