Author: Staff Reporter

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan shared his thoughts on his prolific innings, which was instrumental in India’s 46-run victory in the final T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony after being adjudged Player of the Match, Kishan said: “I felt the ball was doing a bit early on, but batting alongside Abhishek Sharma really helps. You see his intent, you understand the momentum the team needs, and then you just try to watch the ball and play accordingly. That approach worked well for me today. I still feel I’m not there yet. Yes, I’ve…

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed his delight at returning to form after being adjudged Player of the Series against New Zealand. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Suryakumar said: “It feels really good. It’s been a long year and a long wait for moments like this. I’ve always dreamed about when this time would come. You (Murali Kartik) actually said it before the last series in Ahmedabad – when SKY is there, don’t fear. I just kept doing the same things I’d been doing over the last year and stuck to my routines. I knew I wasn’t out of…

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has praised Shivam Dube for showing fearless intent against New Zealand in the ongoing series. During the fourth T20I at Visakhapatnam on January 28, India were chasing a big target of 216. Dube added 65 runs off 23 balls in a pressure situation after India lost early wickets. Although his knock couldn’t save India, his efforts earned him praise from many experts. Speaking after the match to Star Sports, Gavaskar highlighted Dube’s mindset and said, “I thought he grabbed the opportunity really well. As you said, when you bat at six or seven, you’re probably…

Pakistan defeated Australia by a margin of 90 runs in the second T20I, played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Captain Salman Agha’s superb knock and Abrar Ahmed’s three-wicket haul helped Pakistan take an unassailable 2–0 lead in the three-match series. The hosts won the toss and elected to bat first, but lost Sahibzada Farhan early. Agha then joined Saim Ayub at the crease, and the pair provided stability to the innings, adding 55 runs off 25 balls. Agha later stitched together another 49-run partnership with Usman Khan, which laid the foundation for a big score. However, Pakistan’s total of…

Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson had another disappointing outing in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand in Thiruvananthapuram on 31 January. Playing his first international game at his home ground, the Indian opener could only score six runs off six balls before being dismissed by Lockie Ferguson. In the third over, Samson faced Ferguson and looked uncomfortable against the pace. He attempted a shot in the cover region against a length ball bowled outside off stump but ended up edging it to deep third man, where Bevon Jacob took a fine catch near the boundary rope. Samson walked back to the…

Punjab Kings (PBKS) new addition Vishal Nishad has opened up about the impact of Virat Kohli on his cricketing journey. The leg-spinner revealed how Kohli inspired him to chase his dream despite tough circumstances. Speaking about Kohli’s influence, Nishad said that, for him, the talismanic batter is more than just a role model. “My idol is Virat Kohli. I am inspired by his attitude and his drive; he’s my favourite,” Nishad told ANI during a pre-season camp in Udaipur. The 20-year-old rookie was acquired by PBKS for INR 30 lakh during the IPL 2026 auction. Nishad shared his dream of…

India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal criticised wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson for not capitalising on the opportunities he has received so far in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand. Samson’s form in the series has been disappointing. The right-handed batter has scored only 40 runs in four innings, with a best of 24. By contrast, Ishan Kishan, the other wicketkeeper-batter in the squad, has made an immediate impact at the top of the order since returning to the team. Speaking on JioStar, Chahal said: “Sanju Samson has played for many years. He started in the IPL middle order, then became an opener.…

Head coach Michael Klinger praised Gujarat Giants (GG) after their historic win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) on January 30. The 11-run win in Vadodara helped them qualify for the WPL 2026 playoffs. It was even more special as it was GG’s first win over MI after losing all eight previous matches against them. After the match, Klinger spoke about the importance of the moment. “I’ve been involved in a few of them in years two and three, and this one as well, but to win one where it really counts to qualify for the…

England defeated Sri Lanka by 11 runs (DLS method) in the rain-affected first T20I of the three-match series in Pallekele. Due to rain and a wet outfield, the series opener was reduced to 17 overs. England won the toss and elected to bowl first. Sri Lanka lost their opener, Kamil Mishara, in the third over. From there, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis took responsibility and tried to provide stability to the innings, but they could add only 52 runs off 28 balls for the second wicket. After that, none of the Sri Lankan batters were able to build significant partnerships,…

Gujarat Giants (GG) skipper Ashleigh Gardner praised Georgia Wareham for her all-round performance that was instrumental in GG’s 11-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 19th match of WPL 2026. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Gardner said: “We know the world-class player Georgia is. We’ve seen it in the Big Bash back home, where she led from the front for the Renegades with both bat and ball. I’ve played a lot of cricket with her for Australia, so we know her capabilities. It’s about giving her the best opportunity to play the role we want her to play…