Author: Staff Reporter

Nandni Sharma delivered a memorable performance for Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 on January 11. In her second WPL match, she took a historic five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick against Gujarat Giants (GG) in Navi Mumbai. Nandni is currently the Purple Cap holder with seven wickets in two games. While addressing the media after the clash against GG, Nandni opened up about the trust and encouragement she received from her captain, Jemimah Rodrigues. “Jemi kept telling me to do my best. She was guiding me ball by ball and that helped me a lot,…

India’s wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has opened up about how batting at No.6 has completely changed his approach to the game and helped him understand his batting better. He explained that the role is very different from opening the innings, as it requires quick thinking, fast scoring, and strong decision-making from the very first ball. In the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara, Rahul batted at No.6 and remained unbeaten on 29 off 21 balls, finishing the chase of 301 runs with one over and four wickets to spare. Speaking to the broadcasters after the match, Rahul explained how the…

Former South Africa all-rounder Jacques Kallis believes that India’s stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will decide when to retire based on how their bodies respond to the demands of the game. Speaking to ANI, Kallis said such decisions depend largely on fitness levels and personal readiness, especially at the later stage of a player’s career. “He (Virat Kohli) obviously knows his body when you want to call it quits. Hopefully, he goes out to the bank. He certainly deserves it. Fantastic player (Rohit Sharma) and hopefully he also deserves to go out to the bank.” When Kohli and Rohit…

Delhi Capitals (DC) pacer Nandni Sharma created history as she became the fourth bowler in WPL history to take a hat-trick. She has now joined an elite list featuring Grace Harris (2025), Deepti Sharma (2024), and Issy Wong (2023). She achieved the milestone in the fourth match of the WPL 2026 between DC and Gujarat Giants (GG) on January 11, 2026. It was also the first hat-trick of this ongoing season. Nandni’s first wicket came in her second over when she dismissed Sophie Devine, who missed out on a century by just five runs. Devine was caught by Shree Charani…

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 14 runs in the third encounter of the three-match T20I series in Dambulla. With this win, they levelled the series, as the second T20I was washed out and Pakistan had won the series opener. Due to rain, the match was reduced to 12 overs per side. Pakistan won the toss and opted to field. Sri Lanka had a poor start, losing Pathum Nissanka for a duck in the very first over. However, every Sri Lankan batter contributed thereafter to set up a competitive total of 160/6. Captain Dasun Shanaka was the top scorer, playing a…

In the fourth match of the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 on January 11, Delhi Capitals’ (DC) veteran spinner Sneh Rana registered an unwanted record. While playing against Gujarat Giants (GG), she conceded 32 runs in a single over at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Rana came on to bowl in the sixth over when GG’s Sophie Devine was on strike. Devine smashed two fours over mid-wicket and outside off. Rana then tried bowling a fuller length to recover, but Devine launched a six over long-on. On the next delivery, Devine struck another six to bring up…

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed his frustration as India left out left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh from the playing XI in the first ODI of the three-match series against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Ashwin posted on X (formerly known as Twitter): “Where-is-deep Singh? That’s all.” When a fan pointed out that Arshdeep is part of the ICC T20 World Cup squad, Ashwin replied that the lack of continuous chances can break a bowler’s rhythm. “Resting someone shouldn’t be after he gets in the squad. Resting means he gets rested like Bumrah. The lack of continuity can…

Former South Africa pacer Allan Donald believes Virat Kohli announced his Test retirement earlier than he should have, as Indian cricket still misses his presence in the longest format. Kohli ended his red-ball career on May 12 last year after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Donald praised Kohli’s dedication, discipline, and hunger for the game. He also called his work ethic unmatched and backed him for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Speaking during SA20 to a select media gathering, Donald said, “You know, I don’t think I’ve ever seen hunger in a player other than Virat. I’ve got massive respect…

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand after suffering a side strain during a practice session in Vadodara. Pant got injured while batting in the nets ahead of the first match on January 11. Dhruv Jurel will be replacing him in the 15-member squad. The BCCI shared a detailed update in its official statement, which stated, “Wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant felt a sudden onset discomfort in his right lateral abdominal area while batting in the nets during India’s practice session on Saturday afternoon at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara.” The board added, “He…

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes Varun Chakravarthy could be a crucial player in India’s bid to defend their T20 World Cup title at home. Ganguly feels India’s strong spin attack can make the difference, especially with Chakravarthy, who has emerged as one of the most important bowlers in the squad. In an interaction with PTI, Ganguly highlighted Chakravarthy’s importance to the team. “Yeah, nothing (home WC) gets bigger than that, and India is always my favourite team. They have a strong spin attack and if Chakravarthy is fit then it’s good for India,” Ganguly said. India’s squad includes spinners…