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Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Captain After Transforming Women’s Cricket
Harmanpreet Kaur has ended her tenure as captain of India’s women’s cricket team across all formats, closing a remarkable leadership chapter highlighted by the historic 2025 World Cup triumph. She will remain available to India as a player as the national team prepares for a new generation of leadership.
Australia A open unofficial ODI campaign in Puducherry, a crucial test for fringe talent
Australia A begin a three match unofficial ODI series in Puducherry on October 6, setting the next generation of Australian limited overs talent against India A in conditions that will test technique and temperament.
Hasan Nawaz’s 96 Powers Pakistan to Stirring Chase, but India Hold On for Asian Games Gold
Pakistan produced a fierce late fight in the Asian Games final, led by Hasan Nawaz’s 96 off 51 balls, but fell 19 runs short as India defended 211 at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, leaving Pakistan with silver and a renewed set of questions about their finishing resources.
Rest of India rout Jammu and Kashmir to lift Irani Cup as Mukesh and Smaran deliver match-turning performances
A late-seam blitz from Mukesh Kumar and a counterattacking century from Ravichandran Smaran powered Rest of India to a 167-run victory over Ranji champions Jammu and Kashmir, earning RoI a record 31st Irani Cup title in Srinagar.
Pakistan to Host High Stakes Tri-Nation ODI Series as Sri Lanka Name 16-Player Squad
Pakistan will host a five-match ODI Tri-Nation Series this month, with Sri Lanka naming a 16-player squad led by Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka’s participation subject to medical clearance. Rawalpindi and Lahore are set to stage the fixtures amid tightened local security measures.
India finish fourth at 2026 Asian Games after final-day gold surge, return with 85 medals
A late burst of gold medals in hockey, cricket, wrestling, archery and shooting lifted India to a fourth place finish at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, as a new crop of debutants helped the country close the tournament with 21 golds and 85 medals overall.
Hasan Nawaz’s 96 in Vain as Pakistan Take Silver After Narrow Loss to India in Asian Games Final
Pakistan finished with the silver medal in the men’s cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games after a 19-run defeat to India in Nisshin. Hasan Nawaz’s 96 kept Pakistan in the chase, but India’s power hitting and two key allround bowling performances sealed the gold.
India eye bench strength as New Chandigarh hosts series decider with World Cup on horizon
With the three match series already sealed, India use the third ODI at New Chandigarh on October 3 to test fringe players and fine tune combinations ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. The venue will stage its first men's ODI and selection choices could shape India’s squad planning.
Maddinson and Harper Called Into Australia Test Squad as Green’s Fitness Clouds Durban Opener
Australia has added Nic Maddinson and Sam Harper to its Test squad for the tour of South Africa, deepening selection options after Josh Inglis was ruled out and Cameron Green suffered an abdominal strain ahead of the first Test in Durban on October 9.
Pakistan reach Asian Games cricket final after six wicket semi final win over Bangladesh
In a rain shortened semi final at Nisshin, Pakistan chased down 112 to beat Bangladesh by six wickets and set up a gold medal meeting with India on October 3.
Pakistan reach Asian Games men’s cricket final after rain shortened semi final win over Bangladesh
Abdul Samad’s blistering late cameo and Sufyan Moqim’s three wickets helped Pakistan chase 112 in 11.3 overs to beat Bangladesh by six wickets and set up a gold medal meeting with India on October 3.
Aussies chase consolation win in Potchefstroom as ODI series with South Africa goes to decider
Australia face a one-match shootout in Potchefstroom today as the third and final ODI against South Africa offers a chance to regain momentum before the Test leg. The match starts at 13:30 SAST and promises a spin testing surface and uncertain weather.
Pakistan stage dramatic comeback to earn first-ever FIFA ASEAN Cup point with 2-2 draw against Philippines
Pakistan recovered from a two-goal first half deficit to draw 2-2 with the Philippines in Bandung, securing the national team’s first point in a FIFA competition and keeping their Group B hopes alive ahead of the match against Vietnam.
India take on West Indies in Guwahati as series moves to decisive second ODI
With the three match ODI series level after Thiruvananthapuram, India meet West Indies at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on September 30, in a fixture that could shape the home side’s white ball momentum ahead of the autumn schedule.