Among frequent changes of face in Indian spin bowling, Deepti remains a constant for the Women in Blue

Among frequent changes of face in Indian spin bowling, Deepti remains a constant for the Women in Blue

Spin’s face changes often in Indian women’s cricket. From Poonam Yadav to Vaishnavi Sharma, there have been several spinners who have donned blue over the last few years. But there has been one bright smile that has remained a constant. Deepti Sharma’s smile lit up the Greenfield Stadium on Tuesday night after dismissing Sri Lanka’s…

‘Smriti Mandhana might just…’: Former India cricketer drops huge prediction | Cricket News

‘Smriti Mandhana might just…’: Former India cricketer drops huge prediction | Cricket News

India’s Smriti Mandhana (PTI Photo) Former India opener Aakash Chopra has backed Delhi Capitals to finally go all the way in the 2026 Women’s Premier League, while also tipping Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana to dominate the batting charts this season. Chopra believes DC’s consistent presence in the finals over the last three editions…

Iraola confident Semenyo will play for Bournemouth again despite Man City talks

Iraola confident Semenyo will play for Bournemouth again despite Man City talks

Manchester City are closing in on a deal to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth after moving to meet the forward’s £65m release clause, although Cherries head coach Andoni Iraola insists the Ghana international has not yet played his final match for the club. Talks between the two sides have intensified over the past 48 hours,…

Pandya power: All-rounder goes on rampage; helps Baroda put 417 in Vijay Hazare Trophy | Cricket News

Pandya power: All-rounder goes on rampage; helps Baroda put 417 in Vijay Hazare Trophy | Cricket News

Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya NEW DELHI: Baroda posted 417 for 4 against Hyderabad in their Elite Group B Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Rajkot on Wednesday, led by an unbeaten century from captain Krunal Pandya.RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya led from the front with an unbeaten century.Krunal walked in after the top order had set a…

‘Don’t let them decide’: Ex-England captain’s blunt message to Usman Khawaja on Test retirement | Cricket News

‘Don’t let them decide’: Ex-England captain’s blunt message to Usman Khawaja on Test retirement | Cricket News

Australia’s Usman Khawaja (AP Photo/James Elsby) Former England captain Michael Vaughan has said Usman Khawaja should take control of his own future and decide for himself when to walk away from Test cricket, with the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground looming as a possible farewell.“There comes a point where you can’t let…

Australia’s Travis Head hopes to revive post-Ashes drinks tradition with England; why it broke down in 2023 | Cricket News

Australia’s Travis Head hopes to revive post-Ashes drinks tradition with England; why it broke down in 2023 | Cricket News

A row of beers is seen during day two of the Second 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at The Gabba on December 05, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo/Getty Images) Australia opener Travis Head said he hopes England and Australia will return to their tradition of sharing a drink after the Ashes,…

Patriots’ Diggs facing assault charges ahead of play-offs

Patriots’ Diggs facing assault charges ahead of play-offs

The former Bills receiver has been a crucial part of New England’s success this season New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing a felony charge of strangulation and a misdemeanour charge of assault following an alleged incident on December 2. A motion hearing was held Tuesday morning at Dedham District Court in Massachusetts,…

Gulbadin Naib, Naveen-ul-Haq return as Afghanistan name Rashid Khan-led T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News

Gulbadin Naib, Naveen-ul-Haq return as Afghanistan name Rashid Khan-led T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan have named a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Rashid Khan will lead the side, which has been bolstered by the return of experienced all-rounder Gulbadin Naib and right-arm fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq, who…