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Laycock finished with career-best figures of 6/26, including a record of four wickets in four consecutive deliveries in South African T20 cricket.

India will begin their T20 series against Zimbabwe under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana on Friday. The series marks the first bilateral encounter between the two teams in history. India is looking to improve their performance in T20s after recent World Cup exits. Zimbabwe enters the series on a high after their recent ODI victory over West Indies. Both teams will follow the T20 matches with three ODIs in Vadodara.

Andhra secured a 3-point first-innings lead against Karnataka in their Ranji Trophy opener at Mulapadu despite a resilient 155* by Karun Nair.

Chinese Wok, India’s largest home-grown Desi Chinese QSR chain, is adding extra flavour to the cricket season with Wok Mania, a high-energy eight-day campaign running alongside the India vs South Africa T20 series from December 12 to 19.

According to a report by HVS Anarock, the hotel industry in India experienced a strong month in Jun'23, with the Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) 27% above Jun'19 (pre-Covid) levels and 13% above Jun'22 levels. For the overall Q1FY24 (Apr-Jun'23), the industry RevPAR increased by 14% YoY, with Average Room Rates (ARRs) up by 17% YoY, but occupancies were slightly lower by 200 basis points YoY.

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A brilliant century from Shai Hope (102*) and a five-wicket haul from Keemo Paul (5/41) led West Indies to a 24-run win over India in the 4th T20I, levelling the series 2-2 despite a quickfire fifty from Sanju Samson.

Kuwait and Saudi Arabia topped Asia Sub-Regional Qualifiers A and B in Malaysia to progress to the regional final as they inched closer to the Road to ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028. Bahrain, Qatar, Malaysia and Hong Kong, China also secured places at the Asia Regional Final in 2027, while Kuwait's Adnan Idress and Malaysia's Virandeep Singh were named Players of the Tournament. Kuwait finished top of Sub-Regional Qualifier A, ahead of runners-up Bahrain and third-placed Qatar, with all three securing their spots at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Regional Final in 2027. Saudi Arabia claimed the Sub-Regional Qualifier B title, with Hong Kong China finishing second and hosts Malaysia third to complete the six-team line-up progressing from the two events. Both Qualifiers ran simultaneously in Malaysia, with Kuwait's Adnan Idress named Player of the Tournament for Sub-Regional Qualifier A, and Malaysia's Virandeep Singh receiving the award for Sub-Regional Qualifier B.The six advancing teams will now continue their journey at the Asia Regional Final in 2027, where places in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028 Global Qualifier will be up for grabs. Kuwait captain Mohamed Aslam said: "Winning the T20 World Cup Qualifier is an incredibly proud moment for all of us. Our success came from clear planning, disciplined preparation, belief in our players, and a strong team culture. We worked hard to build a team that plays fearless, attacking cricket while staying united under pressure. The players deserve immense credit for their commitment and the way they delivered when it mattered most."Saudi Arabia captain Waji Ul Hassan added: "It is an incredible feeling and a historic moment for Saudi cricket. Winning our first ICC tournament is a dream come true and a reward for our hard work, dedication, and determination. We are extremely proud to represent Saudi Arabia and bring this achievement home. Most importantly, I am incredibly proud of my teammates, who demonstrated outstanding commitment, unity, and fighting spirit throughout the tournament."The two tournaments saw 13 teams play 36 matches across the Bayuemas Oval, UKM Oval and STC Oval in Kuala Lumpur.

One of South Africa’s most influential cricket figures wants to give umpires the power to swap a red ball for a pink ball mid-match, but Australian coach Andrew McDonald is a strong opponent of the idea.

South Africa faced a significant defeat against Australia by 214 runs in the first Test at Durban. This loss caused South Africa to drop to third place in the ICC World Test Championship standings. Australia, with nine wins from eleven matches, remains at the top of the table. Matt Renshaw was instrumental in Australia's success, scoring 190 runs in the first innings.

India will play against West Indies in the fourth T20I match on October 14, 2026, at Hyderabad. With a series lead of 2-1, India needs just one more win to clinch the series. In contrast, West Indies will aim to level the series and force a decider. Key players for India include Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan, who have performed well recently.

The NRL are expected to introduce a Wildcard Weekend in either 2027 and 2028 following the success of the concept in the AFL this year.