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Pacer Eshan Malinga and wicketkeeper Anjala Bandara have also received call-ups. Bandara has replaced Niroshan Dickwella, who part of the squad that played against India.

India batter Shubman Gill has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for September 2026. He won the award ahead of fellow nominees Abhishek Sharma of India and Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza. Gill scored 333 runs in India's first two ODIs against West Indies, with a century in the

Smriti Mandhana embarks on her journey as the captain of the Indian women's cricket team, preparing for the T20I series against Zimbabwe starting October 16. Following Harmanpreet Kaur's resignation, Mandhana aims to lead the team to success. With a remarkable track record, including being the leading T20I run-scorer, she has made significant contributions to the sport. Her recent achievements at the Asian Games further highlight her prowess. Discover more about her journey and what lies ahead for the team in this exciting new chapter.

- Indian players won both awards for September 2026 as ODI captain Shubman Gill clinched it for the fifth time and opener Shafali Verma won her second award - More about the ICC Player of the Month awards is available here. India captain Shubman Gill has clinched a record fifth

Melbourne Renegades have strengthened their squad for the 12th edition of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) by securing the services of South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon, whose experience across international cricket and Australia's premier women's T20 competition adds depth to both departments. The 32-year-old brings more than 15 years of international experience, with over 3,800 runs and more than 100 wickets across One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and T20 Internationals (T20Is). Her ability to deliver explosive contributions with the bat and provide breakthroughs with left-arm spin makes her a versatile option for the Renegades. Tryon's international career began in 2010, when she made her South Africa debut at just 16. She made an immediate impact, claiming two wickets in her first over, including one with her first delivery — a feat that remains unique in the history of the Women's T20 World Cup. Her ability to produce decisive performances was further recognised in May 2025, when she was named ICC Women's Player of the Month. The award followed a historic ODI performance in which she became the first woman to score a half-century and take a hat-trick in the same match. Tryon also arrives with considerable familiarity with the WBBL, having featured in 57 matches for the Hobart Hurricanes, Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers. Across those appearances, she has accumulated 869 runs at a strike rate of 128.17, including 32 sixes, while claiming 21 wickets. Her best bowling figures in the competition stand at 3-2. Renegades head coach Gavan Twining believes the South African's ability to influence matches in different phases will provide valuable options for the team during the upcoming season."Chloe is a genuine match-winner who has performed on the biggest stages in world cricket, and we've seen first-hand what she can do in the Women's Big Bash. Her power at the back end of an innings and her left-arm spin give us real flexibility, and her experience will be valuable for our group. We're thrilled to have her in red this summer."Tryon joins a Renegades squad that already includes West Indies internationals Deandra Dottin and Hayley Matthews, alongside Australian players Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham and Tayla Vlaeminck. Melbourne Renegades' contracted players for WBBL 12: Deandra Dottin (West Indies), Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy, Hayley Matthews (West Indies), Sophie Molineux, Olvia Porter, Chloe Tryon (South Africa), Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb, Annie Wikman

The excitement of cricket is sweeping across India with the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 on the horizon. To celebrate the upcoming cricket extravaganza, Booking.com, the official accommodation partner for the tournament, has launched its campaign 'Howzat for your perfect stay.' This campaign marries the worlds of travel and cricket while paying tribute to the fervent fans who make it all possible.

Australia have taken a 1-0 series lead over South Africa after Josh Hazlewood's career-best haul bowled them to a 214-run victory over the Proteas in Durban.

Cricketer Prithvi Shaw and Aakriti Agarwal called off their engagement in just four months. But Aakriti just revealed they still love each other. Want to know what she said about Shaw? Here are the full details.

Australia are closing in on a meritorious victory here. But they must also wait to discover whether Smith will be out of the next Test or even the series.

21-year-old Totoa Auvaa has been released by Saracens

On Day Four of the Durban Test, Australia established a strong position against South Africa, needing only six wickets for victory. After a solid start, aggressive batting from players like Renshaw and Cummins propelled Australia to a commanding lead. South Africa struggled in their chase, ending the day at 102/4. With a daunting target of 421 runs, the final day promises to be thrilling as both teams vie for victory. Will Australia secure the win, or can South Africa mount a comeback? Read on for all the details.

Ravindra Jadeja marked his return to the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season with a commanding century for Saurashtra against Chhattisgarh in Rajkot. The India all-rounder scored 102 to register his 16th first-class hundred, helping his side recover after losing wickets at a crucial stage. Watch Ravindra Jadeja’s batting highlights here. The post Ravindra Jadeja Slams 16th First-Class Century, Smashes 102 For Saurashtra in Ranji Trophy 2026-27 | WATCH VIDEO appeared first on The Sunday Guardian.