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Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence came to an end on Saturday (Sep 19) as Brighton &amp; Hove Albion stunned the champions with a 3-0 win at home. Arsenal had won all seven of their matches across competitions this season, including their first four league games. However, they struggled against a Brighton side celebrating its 125th anniversary.&nbsp;Pascal Gross opened the scoring in the 31st minute with a low shot that went in off the post. Brighton then doubled their lead through Charalampos Kostoulas, who finished a counter-attack with a similar effort.&nbsp;Arsenal failed to create a strong response after the break, as Chema Andres made it 3-0 with a close-range header as Brighton continued to put pressure on the visitors. The win moved Brighton up to third place, while Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season.<h3>Spurs’ struggles continue</h3>Tottenham Hotspur are still waiting for their first Premier League win after losing 3-2 to Aston Villa at home.&nbsp;Villa took the lead in first-half stoppage time when Johan Manzambi scored after Tottenham were briefly down to 10 men as Micky van de Ven received treatment for a cut on his face.&nbsp;Nicolas Jackson doubled Villa’s lead in the 67th minute before Emi Buendia produced a superb long-range strike to make it 3-0. Tottenham responded late through Conor Gallagher and Jan Paul van Hecke, but their comeback was not enough.&nbsp;The result gave Villa their first league win of the season. Tottenham, meanwhile, have suffered three defeats and recorded two draws from their opening five league matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-is-proud-of-them-pm-modi-extends-best-wishes-to-indian-athletes-at-asian-games-2026-1789832304660">‘India is proud of them’: PM Modi extends best wishes to Indian athletes at Asian Games 2026</a><h3>Newcastle hold on</h3>Newcastle United beat promoted Hull City 2-1 to hand Hull their first league defeat of the season.&nbsp;Joe Willock and Lewis Hall scored within the opening seven minutes to put Newcastle 2-0 ahead. Mohamed-Ali Cho pulled one back for Hull after the break, but Newcastle held on for all three points.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-begin-in-aichi-nagoya-as-manu-and-pawan-lead-indian-contingent-1789820537840">Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent</a><h3>Everton secure hard-fought victory against Ipswich</h3>Everton maintained their unbeaten start with a 1-0 win over Ipswich Town. Thierno Barry scored the only goal of the match as Everton moved into the Premier League’s top five.

Brighton delivered the shock of the day by beating defending champions Arsenal 3-0 and ending their perfect start. Tottenham remained without a win after a 3-2 home defeat by Aston Villa, while Everton and Newcastle secured three points.

Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence came to an end on Saturday (Sep 19) as Brighton & Hove Albion stunned the champions with a 3-0 win at home. Arsenal had won all seven of their matches across competitions this season, including their first four league games. However, they struggled against a Brighton side celebrating its 125th anniversary. Pascal Gross opened the scoring in the 31st minute with a low shot that went in off the post. Brighton then doubled their lead through Charalampos Kostoulas, who finished a counter-attack with a similar effort. Arsenal failed to create a strong response after the break, as Chema Andres made it 3-0 with a close-range header as Brighton continued to put pressure on the visitors. The win moved Brighton up to third place, while Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season. Spurs’ struggles continue Tottenham Hotspur are still waiting for their first Premier League win after losing 3-2 to Aston Villa at home. Villa took the lead in first-half stoppage time when Johan Manzambi scored after Tottenham were briefly down to 10 men as Micky van de Ven received treatment for a cut on his face. Nicolas Jackson doubled Villa’s lead in the 67th minute before Emi Buendia produced a superb long-range strike to make it 3-0. Tottenham responded late through Conor Gallagher and Jan Paul van Hecke, but their comeback was not enough. The result gave Villa their first league win of the season. Tottenham, meanwhile, have suffered three defeats and recorded two draws from their opening five league matches. Also Read - ‘India is proud of them’: PM Modi extends best wishes to Indian athletes at Asian Games 2026 Newcastle hold on Newcastle United beat promoted Hull City 2-1 to hand Hull their first league defeat of the season. Joe Willock and Lewis Hall scored within the opening seven minutes to put Newcastle 2-0 ahead. Mohamed-Ali Cho pulled one back for Hull after the break, but Newcastle held on for all three points. Also Read - Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent Everton secure hard-fought victory against Ipswich Everton maintained their unbeaten start with a 1-0 win over Ipswich Town. Thierno Barry scored the only goal of the match as Everton moved into the Premier League’s top five.

Brighton delivered the shock of the day by beating defending champions Arsenal 3-0 and ending their perfect start. Tottenham remained without a win after a 3-2 home defeat by Aston Villa, while Everton and Newcastle secured three points.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the Indian contingent the best as the 2026 Asian Games officially began in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Saturday (Sep 19). He praised the athletes for their hard work, dedication and determination.&nbsp;Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, “As the Asian Games commence in Aichi-Nagoya, my best wishes to the Indian contingent. Each athlete has worked incredibly hard and shown remarkable dedication and determination. India is proud of them. May they give their best, play well and shine!”&nbsp;Kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat and Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker led the Indian contingent during the opening ceremony at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium. The ceremony marked the official start of the 20th Asian Games.&nbsp;India are represented by a 503-athlete contingent competing across 36 sports. Sehrawat was part of India’s gold-medal-winning men’s kabaddi team at the previous Asian Games and carried the Tricolour alongside Bhaker.&nbsp;Bhaker, a double Olympic medallist, will compete in the women’s 10m air pistol, women’s 25m pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team events. She won two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics and became the first athlete from independent India to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-set-to-appoint-ramesh-powar-as-junior-selection-committee-chairman-1789824217000">BCCI set to appoint Ramesh Powar as junior selection committee chairman</a>&nbsp;Ahead of the opening ceremony, Bhaker spoke about being selected as one of India’s flag-bearers and said that the moment brought back memories of her early days in shooting.&nbsp;“Honestly, when I found out yesterday, I had all these flashback memories of my earlier days. And, you know, when I started, I never thought that this was where I could reach one day in my sport. So, it is definitely a very heartwarming feeling. I feel really proud, really honoured, and really, really happy to be chosen as the flag bearer for my country. I just want to say thank you to God and thank you to everyone for all the love and support,” she said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-begin-in-aichi-nagoya-as-manu-and-pawan-lead-indian-contingent-1789820537840">Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent</a>&nbsp;India will look to improve on their performance from the 2022 Asian Games, where they won a record 107 medals, including 28 gold, 38 silver and 41 bronze.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent as the Asian Games officially opened in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday. India are represented by a 501-member contingent and will aim to improve on their record medal tally from the 2023 Hangzhou Games.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the Indian contingent the best as the 2026 Asian Games officially began in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Saturday (Sep 19). He praised the athletes for their hard work, dedication and determination. Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, “As the Asian Games commence in Aichi-Nagoya, my best wishes to the Indian contingent. Each athlete has worked incredibly hard and shown remarkable dedication and determination. India is proud of them. May they give their best, play well and shine!” Kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat and Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker led the Indian contingent during the opening ceremony at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium. The ceremony marked the official start of the 20th Asian Games. India are represented by a 503-athlete contingent competing across 36 sports. Sehrawat was part of India’s gold-medal-winning men’s kabaddi team at the previous Asian Games and carried the Tricolour alongside Bhaker. Bhaker, a double Olympic medallist, will compete in the women’s 10m air pistol, women’s 25m pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team events. She won two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics and became the first athlete from independent India to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics. Also Read - BCCI set to appoint Ramesh Powar as junior selection committee chairman Ahead of the opening ceremony, Bhaker spoke about being selected as one of India’s flag-bearers and said that the moment brought back memories of her early days in shooting. “Honestly, when I found out yesterday, I had all these flashback memories of my earlier days. And, you know, when I started, I never thought that this was where I could reach one day in my sport. So, it is definitely a very heartwarming feeling. I feel really proud, really honoured, and really, really happy to be chosen as the flag bearer for my country. I just want to say thank you to God and thank you to everyone for all the love and support,” she said. Also Read - Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent India will look to improve on their performance from the 2022 Asian Games, where they won a record 107 medals, including 28 gold, 38 silver and 41 bronze.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent as the Asian Games officially opened in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday. India are represented by a 501-member contingent and will aim to improve on their record medal tally from the 2023 Hangzhou Games.

‘India is proud of them’: PM Modi extends best wishes to Indian athletes at Asian Games 2026

Former India spinner Ramesh Powar is likely to be appointed as the new chairman of the BCCI’s national junior selection committee. According to media reports, the BCCI is in the process of forming a new junior selection panel, with Powar expected to head the committee. Powar, who previously coached the Indian women’s team, most recently served as the head coach of Gujarat’s senior men’s side during the 2025-26 season. He has now decided to step away from the role.&nbsp;The BCCI had invited applications for five positions on the junior cricket committee on 24 Aug, 2026. The panel will select India’s age-group teams up to the Under-22 level for domestic and international matches, coaching camps, tours and tournaments.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-begin-in-aichi-nagoya-as-manu-and-pawan-lead-indian-contingent-1789820537840">Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent</a>&nbsp;The committee will also scout young talent, monitor player development, assess team performances and help build a strong bench strength for India’s junior teams. It will also appoint captains, organise junior tournaments and promote awareness about issues such as drugs, betting and match-fixing.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-zim-adam-zampa-joins-shane-warne-in-elite-list-becomes-second-australian-spinner-to-claim-200-odi-wickets-1789817530037">Zampa becomes second Australian spinner to reach 200 ODI wickets</a>&nbsp;Former players with at least 25 First-Class appearances and a minimum of five years since retirement were eligible to apply for the positions.

The BCCI is set to appoint a new junior selection panel, with Ramesh Powar likely to take over as chairman.

Former India spinner Ramesh Powar is likely to be appointed as the new chairman of the BCCI’s national junior selection committee. According to media reports, the BCCI is in the process of forming a new junior selection panel, with Powar expected to head the committee. Powar, who previously coached the Indian women’s team, most recently served as the head coach of Gujarat’s senior men’s side during the 2025-26 season. He has now decided to step away from the role. The BCCI had invited applications for five positions on the junior cricket committee on 24 Aug, 2026. The panel will select India’s age-group teams up to the Under-22 level for domestic and international matches, coaching camps, tours and tournaments. Also Read - Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent The committee will also scout young talent, monitor player development, assess team performances and help build a strong bench strength for India’s junior teams. It will also appoint captains, organise junior tournaments and promote awareness about issues such as drugs, betting and match-fixing. Also Read - Zampa becomes second Australian spinner to reach 200 ODI wickets Former players with at least 25 First-Class appearances and a minimum of five years since retirement were eligible to apply for the positions.

The BCCI is set to appoint a new junior selection panel, with Ramesh Powar likely to take over as chairman.

BCCI set to appoint Ramesh Powar as junior selection committee chairman

From Chris Gayle to Punit Bisht, here's a look at the top five batters with the most sixes hit in a T20 innings. This list also includes Finn Allen and Sahil Chauhan

From Chris Gayle to Punit Bisht, here's a look at the top five batters with the most sixes hit in a T20 innings. This list also includes Finn Allen and Sahil Chauhan

Meet top 5 batters with most sixes in a T20 innings

The 20th Asian Games officially got underway in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday (Sep 19), with Japan’s Emperor Naruhito declaring the Games open at a colourful opening ceremony held at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat led the Indian contingent during the Parade of Nations, carrying the Tricolour as athletes from across Asia gathered in Nagoya.&nbsp;Emperor Naruhito attended the ceremony alongside Empress Masako, members of the Japanese imperial family, Olympic Council of Asia president Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani and International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry.&nbsp;The two-hour ceremony began with Japan’s national anthem and the raising of the country’s flag. The event also featured the introduction of Honohon, the official mascot of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Its name comes from an old Japanese word for “flame” and represents the passion, energy and determination of athletes.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-zim-adam-zampa-joins-shane-warne-in-elite-list-becomes-second-australian-spinner-to-claim-200-odi-wickets-1789817530037">AUS vs ZIM: Adam Zampa joins Shane Warne in elite list, becomes second Australian spinner to claim 200 ODI wickets</a><h3>Manu, Pawan lead India</h3>Bhaker and Sehrawat were India’s flag-bearers at the opening ceremony. Bhaker won two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics and will compete in the women’s 10m air pistol, 25m pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team events.&nbsp;Sehrawat will be part of India’s bid to defend its men’s kabaddi title. He replaced shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor as flag-bearer due to technical issues involving Toor’s ceremonial kit.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-india-men-s-cricket-team-faces-kit-delays-ahead-of-nagoya-departure-1789813873789">Asian Games: India men’s cricket team faces kit delays ahead of Nagoya departure</a> Sehrawat was part of India’s gold-medal-winning kabaddi team at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. India have won the men’s kabaddi gold eight times in nine editions since the event was introduced in 1990.&nbsp;This year, India have sent a 501-member contingent and will compete in 36 sports. The country will look to improve on its record 106-medal haul, including 28 gold medals, at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games.

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito officially opened the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday following a colourful, high-tech opening ceremony at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium.

The 20th Asian Games officially got underway in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday (Sep 19), with Japan’s Emperor Naruhito declaring the Games open at a colourful opening ceremony held at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat led the Indian contingent during the Parade of Nations, carrying the Tricolour as athletes from across Asia gathered in Nagoya. Emperor Naruhito attended the ceremony alongside Empress Masako, members of the Japanese imperial family, Olympic Council of Asia president Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani and International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry. The two-hour ceremony began with Japan’s national anthem and the raising of the country’s flag. The event also featured the introduction of Honohon, the official mascot of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Its name comes from an old Japanese word for “flame” and represents the passion, energy and determination of athletes. Also Read - AUS vs ZIM: Adam Zampa joins Shane Warne in elite list, becomes second Australian spinner to claim 200 ODI wickets Manu, Pawan lead India Bhaker and Sehrawat were India’s flag-bearers at the opening ceremony. Bhaker won two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics and will compete in the women’s 10m air pistol, 25m pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team events. Sehrawat will be part of India’s bid to defend its men’s kabaddi title. He replaced shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor as flag-bearer due to technical issues involving Toor’s ceremonial kit. Also Read - Asian Games: India men’s cricket team faces kit delays ahead of Nagoya departure Sehrawat was part of India’s gold-medal-winning kabaddi team at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. India have won the men’s kabaddi gold eight times in nine editions since the event was introduced in 1990. This year, India have sent a 501-member contingent and will compete in 36 sports. The country will look to improve on its record 106-medal haul, including 28 gold medals, at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games.

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito officially opened the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday following a colourful, high-tech opening ceremony at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium.

Asian Games begin in Aichi-Nagoya as Manu and Pawan lead Indian contingent

Australian spinner Adam Zampa joined Shane Warne as the second Australian spinner to complete 200 ODI wickets during the second ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare. Zampa finished with figures of 2/62 in nine overs, dismissing Innocent Kaia and Craig Ervine as Australia successfully defended 356 to win the series. He also became the seventh Australian bowler to reach the 200-wicket mark in ODIs.&nbsp;Glenn McGrath remains Australia’s leading ODI wicket-taker with 380 wickets from 249 matches. Among spinners, Warne leads the charts with 291 wickets in 193 ODIs.&nbsp;Zampa has now taken 201 wickets in 123 ODIs at an average of 29.48 and his tally also includes 12 four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul.&nbsp;Travis Head also returned to form with a brilliant eighth ODI century. He scored 112 off 84 balls, including 15 fours and three sixes and also crossed 9,000 international runs. Head now has 9,111 runs in 201 matches and 243 innings at an average of 40.31 and his international tally includes 20 centuries and 43 fifties.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-india-men-s-cricket-team-faces-kit-delays-ahead-of-nagoya-departure-1789813873789">Asian Games: India men’s cricket team faces kit delays ahead of Nagoya departure</a>&nbsp;Earlier, Australia were asked to bat first after Zimbabwe won the toss. Head added 130 runs with captain Mitchell Marsh, who made 53 off 63 balls. Head then shared a 60-run partnership with Cooper Connolly, who scored 78 off 69 balls.&nbsp;A quick 41* off just 18 balls from Oliver Peake helped Australia finish on 356/6. Brad Evans was Zimbabwe’s best bowler with 3/56.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/adam-voges-perth-scorchers-bbl-16-opener-chennai-india-1789815399265">Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign BBL game in Chennai</a>&nbsp;Zimbabwe’s chase saw several batters get starts, but none could convert them into big scores. Sikandar Raza scored 45, Brendan Taylor made 39 and Craig Ervine contributed 38 as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 272 in 48.3 overs.&nbsp;Josh Hazlewood, Connolly, Matthew Renshaw and Zampa took two wickets each as Australia secured a 2-0 series win with one match still to play.

Adam Zampa took 2/62 in nine overs as Australia defended 356 against Zimbabwe in the second ODI, securing a 2-0 series lead.

Australian spinner Adam Zampa joined Shane Warne as the second Australian spinner to complete 200 ODI wickets during the second ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare. Zampa finished with figures of 2/62 in nine overs, dismissing Innocent Kaia and Craig Ervine as Australia successfully defended 356 to win the series. He also became the seventh Australian bowler to reach the 200-wicket mark in ODIs. Glenn McGrath remains Australia’s leading ODI wicket-taker with 380 wickets from 249 matches. Among spinners, Warne leads the charts with 291 wickets in 193 ODIs. Zampa has now taken 201 wickets in 123 ODIs at an average of 29.48 and his tally also includes 12 four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul. Travis Head also returned to form with a brilliant eighth ODI century. He scored 112 off 84 balls, including 15 fours and three sixes and also crossed 9,000 international runs. Head now has 9,111 runs in 201 matches and 243 innings at an average of 40.31 and his international tally includes 20 centuries and 43 fifties. Also Read - Asian Games: India men’s cricket team faces kit delays ahead of Nagoya departure Earlier, Australia were asked to bat first after Zimbabwe won the toss. Head added 130 runs with captain Mitchell Marsh, who made 53 off 63 balls. Head then shared a 60-run partnership with Cooper Connolly, who scored 78 off 69 balls. A quick 41* off just 18 balls from Oliver Peake helped Australia finish on 356/6. Brad Evans was Zimbabwe’s best bowler with 3/56. Also Read - Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign BBL game in Chennai Zimbabwe’s chase saw several batters get starts, but none could convert them into big scores. Sikandar Raza scored 45, Brendan Taylor made 39 and Craig Ervine contributed 38 as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 272 in 48.3 overs. Josh Hazlewood, Connolly, Matthew Renshaw and Zampa took two wickets each as Australia secured a 2-0 series win with one match still to play.

Adam Zampa took 2/62 in nine overs as Australia defended 356 against Zimbabwe in the second ODI, securing a 2-0 series lead.

AUS vs ZIM: Adam Zampa joins Shane Warne in elite list, becomes second Australian spinner to claim 200 ODI wickets

India’s men’s cricket team is set to leave for the Asian Games early on Sunday, but a few players are still waiting for their official kits in the correct sizes. According to PTI, most of the sizing issues have been sorted out after repeated communication between the BCCI and JSW Inspire, the Indian Olympic Association’s kit supplier. However, some players are yet to receive their kits.&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer-led India will travel from New Delhi to Nagoya, where they will play a one-off T20I against Japan on Sep 22. The team will wear its regular kit for that match before switching to the official Asian Games jersey for the tournament. India will begin its campaign in the men’s quarter-finals on Sep 28.&nbsp;The kit issue has also affected other Indian athletes, as two-time Asian Games shot-put champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor was replaced as one of India’s flag-bearers for the opening ceremony after he could not travel from the training base in Tsukuba because he had not received his official Games kit. Kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat replaced him alongside Manu Bhaker.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/on-this-day-yuvraj-singh-6-sixes-stuart-broad-2007-t20-world-cup-1789813081156">On This Day: Relive Yuvraj Singh’s historic 6 sixes Off Stuart Broad in T20 World Cup</a>&nbsp;The BCCI has also arranged separate accommodation for the men’s cricket team in Nagoya after concerns over the rooms provided by the organisers. The rooms reportedly did not have enough space for the players’ cricket kit bags. The women’s cricket team, meanwhile, continues to stay in accommodation arranged through the IOA.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/adam-voges-perth-scorchers-bbl-16-opener-chennai-india-1789815399265">Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign Big Bash game in Chennai</a>&nbsp;India’s women’s team has already reached the semi-finals after beating Japan by eight wickets. Shree Charani took four wickets before Shafali Verma smashed an unbeaten 40 off 15 balls to help India chase 58 in just five overs. India will face Bangladesh on Sep 20.&nbsp;The men’s tournament starts on Sep 24, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh entering directly in the quarter-finals. For India, the immediate priority is to complete the remaining kit deliveries before departure and prepare for the Japan T20I.

India’s men’s cricket team is facing kit-sizing issues ahead of its Asian Games departure, with some players yet to receive the correct jerseys. The delay follows a similar issue involving Tajinderpal Singh Toor, which led to a late change in India’s flag-bearer.

India’s men’s cricket team is set to leave for the Asian Games early on Sunday, but a few players are still waiting for their official kits in the correct sizes. According to PTI, most of the sizing issues have been sorted out after repeated communication between the BCCI and JSW Inspire, the Indian Olympic Association’s kit supplier. However, some players are yet to receive their kits. Shreyas Iyer-led India will travel from New Delhi to Nagoya, where they will play a one-off T20I against Japan on Sep 22. The team will wear its regular kit for that match before switching to the official Asian Games jersey for the tournament. India will begin its campaign in the men’s quarter-finals on Sep 28. The kit issue has also affected other Indian athletes, as two-time Asian Games shot-put champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor was replaced as one of India’s flag-bearers for the opening ceremony after he could not travel from the training base in Tsukuba because he had not received his official Games kit. Kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat replaced him alongside Manu Bhaker. Also Read - On This Day: Relive Yuvraj Singh’s historic 6 sixes Off Stuart Broad in T20 World Cup The BCCI has also arranged separate accommodation for the men’s cricket team in Nagoya after concerns over the rooms provided by the organisers. The rooms reportedly did not have enough space for the players’ cricket kit bags. The women’s cricket team, meanwhile, continues to stay in accommodation arranged through the IOA. Also Read - Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign Big Bash game in Chennai India’s women’s team has already reached the semi-finals after beating Japan by eight wickets. Shree Charani took four wickets before Shafali Verma smashed an unbeaten 40 off 15 balls to help India chase 58 in just five overs. India will face Bangladesh on Sep 20. The men’s tournament starts on Sep 24, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh entering directly in the quarter-finals. For India, the immediate priority is to complete the remaining kit deliveries before departure and prepare for the Japan T20I.

India’s men’s cricket team is facing kit-sizing issues ahead of its Asian Games departure, with some players yet to receive the correct jerseys. The delay follows a similar issue involving Tajinderpal Singh Toor, which led to a late change in India’s flag-bearer.

Asian Games: India men’s cricket team faces kit delays ahead of Nagoya departure

For Aashima Ahlawat, the Asian Games is the realisation of a dream she has carried since she first picked up a shotgun. But as the young Indian shooter prepares to make her debut at the continental showpiece, she is determined not to let the enormity of the occasion overwhelm her. Instead, Ahlawat wants to stay true to the process that has brought her to this point.&nbsp;The road to the Asian Games has not been entirely smooth. A disappointing start at the national championships left her under pressure heading into the Digvijay Singh Memorial Championship, where her performance would count towards Asian Games selection. “I had that pressure on myself to perform really well in the Digvijay Singh because that score was getting counted for our selection in the Asian Games,” Ahlawat recalled in an exclusive interview with WION.&nbsp;She responded by putting in the work, training hard in Bhopal and eventually winning the competition. The victory gave her an important confidence boost, although she knew the selection battle was far from over. “I had to limit myself because I had another two selection trials. So, I had to train for those also for my selection in the Asian Games,” she said. Once she secured her place in the Indian team, however, Ahlawat's confidence grew further. Her international performances had already shown her that she belonged at that level.&nbsp;That belief was reinforced at the Tangier World Cup in Morocco, where she shot 111 out of 125 in difficult, windy conditions but missed the final by just one target. It was a result that left her with mixed emotions. “Pretty much of both actually,” Ahlawat said when asked whether she viewed the result as a missed opportunity or evidence that she was closing the gap to the world's best. “I could have made the final easily.”&nbsp;But instead of dwelling on the disappointment, she chose to focus on the larger picture. “At least I am close and I am not far behind,” she said. That mindset has been particularly important during a season in which Ahlawat has experimented with her equipment. Following her Asian Games selection, she travelled to Italy for a training camp to test a new stock for her shotgun.The experiment did not produce the desired results. “We experimented a lot of things is what I would say and then now sticking to the basics,” Ahlawat explained.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/adam-voges-perth-scorchers-bbl-16-opener-chennai-india-1789815399265">Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign Big Bash game in Chennai</a>&nbsp;She and her coaches eventually decided to return to the old stock, the same setup that had helped her secure Asian Games selection and produce more consistent performances. For Ahlawat, the lesson was simple: sometimes progress means returning to what works. Her preparations have also been helped by the performances of teammate Neeru, who has produced some outstanding scores this season, including a perfect 75/75 at Lonato.&nbsp;Rather than viewing a teammate's success as additional pressure, Ahlawat sees it as fuel. “If the one person in the team can do it, so even you can do it,” she said. “It kind of gives you a push.” The Indian women's trap team, according to Ahlawat, has a healthy competitive environment, but the shooters are primarily focused on themselves rather than comparing scores. “The competition is with yourself, not with your teammates or others,” she said.&nbsp;That philosophy also extends to the Asian Games. Ahlawat already has experience of winning a medal at the Asian Shooting Championship, giving her a taste of continental-level competition. She believes the Asian Games field will not be unfamiliar territory. “The same contenders, the same team is going to be in the Asian Games,” she said. But she is consciously avoiding getting too far ahead of herself. “I would much rather stick to my process and enjoy the games because I am the junior most in the team,” Ahlawat said. “I don't have very high expectations. I would just want to enjoy the process. Give my 100% and let's see what happens. It's not in my hands.”&nbsp;If she does reach the final, Ahlawat knows that success will require more than just technical ability. Shooting, she believes, is a combination of technical execution and mental control. “If you are not technically sound, everything goes into waste,” she said. “And then number two, you have to be calm to execute the technical things that you worked for in the camp and in the build-up.”&nbsp;She has been preparing for that pressure through meditation, biofeedback breathing exercises and eye drills designed to help her regulate her breathing and maintain focus during high-pressure situations. And while she may be preparing herself to remain calm on the range, Ahlawat admits that being calm is not exactly her personality away from it. “I am a very bubbly, socialite girl and I love to talk,” she said with a laugh. “It's very hard for my psychologist to make me stop talking.”&nbsp;In fact, she describes herself as ‘hyper’, a striking contrast to the stereotype of the quiet, intensely focused shooter. But underneath that bubbly personality is an ambitious athlete who has already set her sights beyond the Asian Games. For Ahlawat, the next major objective is Olympic qualification. “I have made the Asian Games team but now the next one is to get the quota for my country and represent India in Olympics and get a medal there,” she said.&nbsp;With Olympic qualification pathways beginning next year, she has her eyes firmly set on Los Angeles 2028. Before that, though, there is a first Asian Games to navigate. And Ahlawat has one particularly ambitious dream for her debut: a Games record.“I would love to make a Games record actually,” she said. “I have been training really hard and I have been trying to break that record also in the training.”&nbsp;She insists she is not chasing the record at the expense of her process. But if it happens, she knows exactly how much it would mean. “I mean it's my first Games and it would be great that if I could shoot really well,” she said. “I would stick to my process of course, but let's see if it happens, then I would be thrilled.”&nbsp;For now, Ahlawat's approach is uncomplicated: block out the noise, trust the preparation and give herself a chance to perform. The pressure of making history may be real. But for India's young shooter, it is motivation rather than a burden. “Nobody has done it. I have to do it this time,” she said. “I have to create history.”

Aashima Ahlawat discusses her Asian Games debut, medal hopes, Games record dream, shooting preparations, Olympic ambitions and mindset ahead of Japan

For Aashima Ahlawat, the Asian Games is the realisation of a dream she has carried since she first picked up a shotgun. But as the young Indian shooter prepares to make her debut at the continental showpiece, she is determined not to let the enormity of the occasion overwhelm her. Instead, Ahlawat wants to stay true to the process that has brought her to this point. The road to the Asian Games has not been entirely smooth. A disappointing start at the national championships left her under pressure heading into the Digvijay Singh Memorial Championship, where her performance would count towards Asian Games selection. “I had that pressure on myself to perform really well in the Digvijay Singh because that score was getting counted for our selection in the Asian Games,” Ahlawat recalled in an exclusive interview with WION. She responded by putting in the work, training hard in Bhopal and eventually winning the competition. The victory gave her an important confidence boost, although she knew the selection battle was far from over. “I had to limit myself because I had another two selection trials. So, I had to train for those also for my selection in the Asian Games,” she said. Once she secured her place in the Indian team, however, Ahlawat's confidence grew further. Her international performances had already shown her that she belonged at that level. That belief was reinforced at the Tangier World Cup in Morocco, where she shot 111 out of 125 in difficult, windy conditions but missed the final by just one target. It was a result that left her with mixed emotions. “Pretty much of both actually,” Ahlawat said when asked whether she viewed the result as a missed opportunity or evidence that she was closing the gap to the world's best. “I could have made the final easily.” But instead of dwelling on the disappointment, she chose to focus on the larger picture. “At least I am close and I am not far behind,” she said. That mindset has been particularly important during a season in which Ahlawat has experimented with her equipment. Following her Asian Games selection, she travelled to Italy for a training camp to test a new stock for her shotgun. The experiment did not produce the desired results. “We experimented a lot of things is what I would say and then now sticking to the basics,” Ahlawat explained. Also Read: Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign Big Bash game in Chennai She and her coaches eventually decided to return to the old stock, the same setup that had helped her secure Asian Games selection and produce more consistent performances. For Ahlawat, the lesson was simple: sometimes progress means returning to what works. Her preparations have also been helped by the performances of teammate Neeru, who has produced some outstanding scores this season, including a perfect 75/75 at Lonato. Rather than viewing a teammate's success as additional pressure, Ahlawat sees it as fuel. “If the one person in the team can do it, so even you can do it,” she said. “It kind of gives you a push.” The Indian women's trap team, according to Ahlawat, has a healthy competitive environment, but the shooters are primarily focused on themselves rather than comparing scores. “The competition is with yourself, not with your teammates or others,” she said. That philosophy also extends to the Asian Games. Ahlawat already has experience of winning a medal at the Asian Shooting Championship, giving her a taste of continental-level competition. She believes the Asian Games field will not be unfamiliar territory. “The same contenders, the same team is going to be in the Asian Games,” she said. But she is consciously avoiding getting too far ahead of herself. “I would much rather stick to my process and enjoy the games because I am the junior most in the team,” Ahlawat said. “I don't have very high expectations. I would just want to enjoy the process. Give my 100% and let's see what happens. It's not in my hands.” If she does reach the final, Ahlawat knows that success will require more than just technical ability. Shooting, she believes, is a combination of technical execution and mental control. “If you are not technically sound, everything goes into waste,” she said. “And then number two, you have to be calm to execute the technical things that you worked for in the camp and in the build-up.” She has been preparing for that pressure through meditation, biofeedback breathing exercises and eye drills designed to help her regulate her breathing and maintain focus during high-pressure situations. And while she may be preparing herself to remain calm on the range, Ahlawat admits that being calm is not exactly her personality away from it. “I am a very bubbly, socialite girl and I love to talk,” she said with a laugh. “It's very hard for my psychologist to make me stop talking.” In fact, she describes herself as ‘hyper’, a striking contrast to the stereotype of the quiet, intensely focused shooter. But underneath that bubbly personality is an ambitious athlete who has already set her sights beyond the Asian Games. For Ahlawat, the next major objective is Olympic qualification. “I have made the Asian Games team but now the next one is to get the quota for my country and represent India in Olympics and get a medal there,” she said. With Olympic qualification pathways beginning next year, she has her eyes firmly set on Los Angeles 2028. Before that, though, there is a first Asian Games to navigate. And Ahlawat has one particularly ambitious dream for her debut: a Games record. “I would love to make a Games record actually,” she said. “I have been training really hard and I have been trying to break that record also in the training.” She insists she is not chasing the record at the expense of her process. But if it happens, she knows exactly how much it would mean. “I mean it's my first Games and it would be great that if I could shoot really well,” she said. “I would stick to my process of course, but let's see if it happens, then I would be thrilled.” For now, Ahlawat's approach is uncomplicated: block out the noise, trust the preparation and give herself a chance to perform. The pressure of making history may be real. But for India's young shooter, it is motivation rather than a burden. “Nobody has done it. I have to do it this time,” she said. “I have to create history.”

Aashima Ahlawat opens up on her Asian Games debut, medal ambitions, Games record dream, Olympic goal and the mindset driving her in Japan

‘I have to create history’: Indian shooter Aashima Ahlawat’s mindset ahead of debut in Asian Games

Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges has described the Big Bash League’s first match outside Australia as a historic opportunity to deepen cricket ties with India, the world’s largest cricket market. The defending champions will face Melbourne Renegades at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium on 12 December to open BBL|16, the first fixture by a foreign franchise league on Indian soil. &nbsp;Voges, speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal in Delhi, called it an “incredibly exciting” and “historic moment”.&nbsp;“What better place to bring the Big Bash than to the biggest cricket market in the world,” he said. Hosting the season opener in Chennai was something the club was “incredibly excited about”. &nbsp;Voges captained the Scorchers to Big Bash titles in BBL|04 and BBL|06 before taking over as head coach for the 2018-19 season. He has since guided the club to championships in BBL|11, BBL|12 and BBL|15, becoming the joint-most successful head coach in BBL history alongside Justin Langer. &nbsp;A former Australia international, who played 58 times across formats, scored 1,485 Test runs at an average of 62, including five centuries, in 20 matches. After retiring from first-class cricket, he also oversaw Western Australia’s three consecutive Sheffield Shield titles.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rachin-ravindra-freak-injury-promo-shoot-doubtful-india-t20is-1789789179308">Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India T20Is after suffering 'freak injury' during promo shoot</a> &nbsp;“India was the natural destination,” Voges said, because it is “the biggest cricketing nation and the biggest cricketing market in the world”.&nbsp;Taking the competition to “the most knowledgeable fans in the world” offered a chance “to create some new relationships and some new fans for the Perth Scorchers”, alongside the immediate aim of winning the opening game. &nbsp;Bringing the BBL to India was “the starting point” for something longer-term between Australia and India, and specifically between Western Australia and India. Sport, he added, remains “a great connector”.&nbsp;Beyond the field, the focus on high performance created scope to “tap into local Indian knowledge [and] local Indian resources” and share expertise in ways that could benefit both sides.&nbsp;Voges, who played against Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, highlighted the enduring Australia-India rivalry. He cited VVS Laxman’s double-century that helped India win after following on, Australia’s recent World Cup success in the country, and the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.&nbsp;The next generation of Indian talent also impressed him. “Some of the talent in this country is amazing,” he said.

Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges calls the BBL 16 opener in Chennai against Melbourne Renegades a historic milestone to deepen Australia-India cricket ties.

Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges has described the Big Bash League’s first match outside Australia as a historic opportunity to deepen cricket ties with India, the world’s largest cricket market. The defending champions will face Melbourne Renegades at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium on 12 December to open BBL|16, the first fixture by a foreign franchise league on Indian soil. Voges, speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal in Delhi, called it an “incredibly exciting” and “historic moment”. “What better place to bring the Big Bash than to the biggest cricket market in the world,” he said. Hosting the season opener in Chennai was something the club was “incredibly excited about”. Voges captained the Scorchers to Big Bash titles in BBL|04 and BBL|06 before taking over as head coach for the 2018-19 season. He has since guided the club to championships in BBL|11, BBL|12 and BBL|15, becoming the joint-most successful head coach in BBL history alongside Justin Langer. A former Australia international, who played 58 times across formats, scored 1,485 Test runs at an average of 62, including five centuries, in 20 matches. After retiring from first-class cricket, he also oversaw Western Australia’s three consecutive Sheffield Shield titles. Also read| Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India T20Is after suffering 'freak injury' during promo shoot “India was the natural destination,” Voges said, because it is “the biggest cricketing nation and the biggest cricketing market in the world”. Taking the competition to “the most knowledgeable fans in the world” offered a chance “to create some new relationships and some new fans for the Perth Scorchers”, alongside the immediate aim of winning the opening game. Bringing the BBL to India was “the starting point” for something longer-term between Australia and India, and specifically between Western Australia and India. Sport, he added, remains “a great connector”. Beyond the field, the focus on high performance created scope to “tap into local Indian knowledge [and] local Indian resources” and share expertise in ways that could benefit both sides. Voges, who played against Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, highlighted the enduring Australia-India rivalry. He cited VVS Laxman’s double-century that helped India win after following on, Australia’s recent World Cup success in the country, and the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The next generation of Indian talent also impressed him. “Some of the talent in this country is amazing,” he said.

Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges calls the BBL 16 opener in Chennai against Melbourne Renegades a historic milestone to deepen Australia-India cricket ties.

Perth Scorchers coach Voges hails historic first foreign Big Bash game in Chennai

Cricket, and not just T20 cricket, changed forever on this day (September 19) 19 years ago. An upbeat Indian Team was in action against England in a marquee Super 8 match of the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup at Kingsmead in Durban, when India’s talismanic all-rounder Yuvraj Singh unleashed the dangerous batter in him. England had a potent attack, with Andrew Flintoff at the helm, who, however, was solely responsible for what happened later in India’s innings.&nbsp;Facing a young Stuart Broad in the 19th over, a charged-up Yuvraj Singh racked up six sixes in an over – becoming the first batter in T20I cricket to achieve this feat, and second after former South African opener Herschelle Gibbs in international cricket. Gibbs entered history books for hitting six sixes in an over against the Netherlands during the 2007 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary</a>&nbsp;Yuvraj started with a massive six at deep mid-wicket, before clobbering the next two in backward square leg and extra cover for clean sixes. With three sixes off the first three balls, Yuvraj geared up for more. He hammered one on the off-side off the full toss and the fifth one to deep mid-wicket. On the final ball of the over, Yuvraj went on his left knee, positioned himself and smashed it to the deep long on, completing six sixes in an over and creating a world record.<h2>WATCH VIDEO -&nbsp;</h2>

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In the next over, bowled by Flintoff, who, before Broad’s over, had been involved in a verbal spat with Yuvraj, the left-hander smashed more before departing on a game-changing 58 off just 16 balls. He also completed a record 12-ball fifty in the meantime, which is the quickest among Test-playing nations in T20Is to date.&nbsp;India posted 218 for four in the first innings and restricted England to 200/6 to win the match by 18 runs. India faced South Africa and Australia in their next two matches, beating them convincingly and qualifying for the final against Pakistan, which they narrowly beat to lift the trophy.

On This Day in 2007: Relive Yuvraj Singh smashing Stuart Broad for 6 sixes in an over in Durban, reaching the fastest T20 World Cup fifty in just 12 balls.

Cricket, and not just T20 cricket, changed forever on this day (September 19) 19 years ago. An upbeat Indian Team was in action against England in a marquee Super 8 match of the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup at Kingsmead in Durban, when India’s talismanic all-rounder Yuvraj Singh unleashed the dangerous batter in him. England had a potent attack, with Andrew Flintoff at the helm, who, however, was solely responsible for what happened later in India’s innings. Facing a young Stuart Broad in the 19th over, a charged-up Yuvraj Singh racked up six sixes in an over – becoming the first batter in T20I cricket to achieve this feat, and second after former South African opener Herschelle Gibbs in international cricket. Gibbs entered history books for hitting six sixes in an over against the Netherlands during the 2007 ODI World Cup. Also read| Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary Yuvraj started with a massive six at deep mid-wicket, before clobbering the next two in backward square leg and extra cover for clean sixes. With three sixes off the first three balls, Yuvraj geared up for more. He hammered one on the off-side off the full toss and the fifth one to deep mid-wicket. On the final ball of the over, Yuvraj went on his left knee, positioned himself and smashed it to the deep long on, completing six sixes in an over and creating a world record. WATCH VIDEO -

On This Day in 2007: Relive Yuvraj Singh smashing Stuart Broad for 6 sixes in an over in Durban, reaching the fastest T20 World Cup fifty in just 12 balls.

On This Day: Relive Yuvraj Singh’s historic 6 sixes Off Stuart Broad in T20 World Cup

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to secure a place in the final of the Asian Games women’s cricket competition when they face Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, in the semi-final on Sunday (Sept 20) in Nisshin. India began their title defence with a convincing eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday, chasing down the 58-run target with 15 overs to spare.&nbsp;Bangladesh, meanwhile, reached the semi-finals based on their higher ICC ranking after their quarter-final against China was called off due to a wet outfield.&nbsp;India’s bowlers made good use of the turn and bounce on offer against Japan. Left-arm spinner Shree Charani continued her impressive form from the Asia Cup, while Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil also contributed with the ball. Shreyanka made her return after a three-month injury layoff.&nbsp;India did not need Smriti Mandhana or Harmanpreet Kaur with the bat against Japan, as Shafali comfortably chased down the target on her own.&nbsp;Both senior batters are expected to feature against Bangladesh. The Bangladesh spinners, meanwhile, will look to make the most of the conditions and put India under pressure.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-indian-residents-japan-standby-house-athletes-1789807940196">2,000 Indian residents in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes</a><h2>India vs Bangladesh Women's Asian Games Semifinal: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the India vs Bangladesh Women’s Asian Games semifinal be played?</h2>The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 20). The toss is scheduled for 10:00 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time: Saikia</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream India vs Bangladesh in the Women’s Asian Games semifinal?</h2>The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be livestreamed on the SonyLIV app and website.

As the crucial semifinal clash between India and Bangladesh Women approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to secure a place in the final of the Asian Games women’s cricket competition when they face Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, in the semi-final on Sunday (Sept 20) in Nisshin. India began their title defence with a convincing eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday, chasing down the 58-run target with 15 overs to spare. Bangladesh, meanwhile, reached the semi-finals based on their higher ICC ranking after their quarter-final against China was called off due to a wet outfield. India’s bowlers made good use of the turn and bounce on offer against Japan. Left-arm spinner Shree Charani continued her impressive form from the Asia Cup, while Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil also contributed with the ball. Shreyanka made her return after a three-month injury layoff. India did not need Smriti Mandhana or Harmanpreet Kaur with the bat against Japan, as Shafali comfortably chased down the target on her own. Both senior batters are expected to feature against Bangladesh. The Bangladesh spinners, meanwhile, will look to make the most of the conditions and put India under pressure. Also Read - 2,000 Indian residents in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes India vs Bangladesh Women's Asian Games Semifinal: Match Details When will the India vs Bangladesh Women’s Asian Games semifinal be played? The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 20). The toss is scheduled for 10:00 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Also Read - Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time: Saikia Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream India vs Bangladesh in the Women’s Asian Games semifinal? The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be livestreamed on the SonyLIV app and website.

As the crucial semifinal clash between India and Bangladesh Women approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

IND-W vs BAN-W Asian Games Semifinal: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

The Indian families living in Japan have stepped up, offering to house Asian Games athletes should accommodation in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture fall short, officials said on Saturday (Sep 19). The 2026 Asian Games is already underway in Japan, only for the competition’s build-up to be dogged by accommodation problems. To save money, Japan decided against building an Athletes’ Village – accommodation for all athletes and travelling entourages during such mega events worldwide – with the organisers choosing to put up a combination of hotel rooms, temporary wooden container-style huts and a cruise ship.&nbsp;However, many of the 17,000 athletes and officials arriving in Japan for the Games have expressed reservations over their allocated temporary accommodation, saying that the rooms are too compact to place their kits, and so are the beds.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-north-korean-anthem-plays-during-south-korea-hockey-match-1789728476565">Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match</a>&nbsp;With almost 500 Indians participating in the Games, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has moved several from the huts into hotels, further placing contingency plans should the room shortage scenario get worse, with more competitors and support staff arriving in the coming days.&nbsp;"We have booked hotels for our athletes here," Sahdev Yadav, India's chef de mission at the Asian Games and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)'s treasurer, told AFP. "But if the hotel rooms fall short, then yes, we have Indian households here on standby to accommodate the athletes.&nbsp;"They are all more than happy to welcome the stars at their homes."&nbsp;An AFP report claims that the Indian embassy in Japan has reached out to around 2,000 Indian residents in those two areas, some of whom are willing to offer their homes as accommodations for the athletes. Organisers said the accommodation was safe, cost-effective and comfortable, and Japan should be applauded for trying to do something different.<h2>Indian Cricket at Asian Games</h2>The Indian women’s cricket team had reached Japan for their scheduled knockout matches, having already won their quarterfinal clash against the hosts Japan by eight wickets. Harmanpreet Kaur-led women’s team will face Bangladesh in the second semifinal on Sunday (Sep 20), with Pakistan and Sri Lanka squaring off in the first.&nbsp;On the other hand, the Indian men’s team will begin their Asian Games campaign on Sep 28, with the two sides expected to win respective gold medals.

Around 2,000 Indian residents in Japan are on standby to house Asian Games athletes in Nagoya and Aichi amid room shortages and housing glitches.

The Indian families living in Japan have stepped up, offering to house Asian Games athletes should accommodation in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture fall short, officials said on Saturday (Sep 19). The 2026 Asian Games is already underway in Japan, only for the competition’s build-up to be dogged by accommodation problems. To save money, Japan decided against building an Athletes’ Village – accommodation for all athletes and travelling entourages during such mega events worldwide – with the organisers choosing to put up a combination of hotel rooms, temporary wooden container-style huts and a cruise ship. However, many of the 17,000 athletes and officials arriving in Japan for the Games have expressed reservations over their allocated temporary accommodation, saying that the rooms are too compact to place their kits, and so are the beds. Also read| Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match With almost 500 Indians participating in the Games, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has moved several from the huts into hotels, further placing contingency plans should the room shortage scenario get worse, with more competitors and support staff arriving in the coming days. "We have booked hotels for our athletes here," Sahdev Yadav, India's chef de mission at the Asian Games and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA)'s treasurer, told AFP. "But if the hotel rooms fall short, then yes, we have Indian households here on standby to accommodate the athletes. "They are all more than happy to welcome the stars at their homes." An AFP report claims that the Indian embassy in Japan has reached out to around 2,000 Indian residents in those two areas, some of whom are willing to offer their homes as accommodations for the athletes. Organisers said the accommodation was safe, cost-effective and comfortable, and Japan should be applauded for trying to do something different. Indian Cricket at Asian Games The Indian women’s cricket team had reached Japan for their scheduled knockout matches, having already won their quarterfinal clash against the hosts Japan by eight wickets. Harmanpreet Kaur-led women’s team will face Bangladesh in the second semifinal on Sunday (Sep 20), with Pakistan and Sri Lanka squaring off in the first. On the other hand, the Indian men’s team will begin their Asian Games campaign on Sep 28, with the two sides expected to win respective gold medals.

Around 2,000 Indian residents in Japan are on standby to house Asian Games athletes in Nagoya and Aichi amid room shortages and housing glitches.

2,000 Indian residents in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes

Days after the Indian women’s cricket team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC president, also the PCB chief and an interior minister in the Pakistan government, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the trophy would land at BCCI’s headquarters one day. A similar situation occurred last year when the Indian men’s team beat Pakistan to retain their Asia Cup crown in Dubai, with Suryakumar Yadav and his triumphant unit refusing to accept the trophy from Naqvi.&nbsp;Moreover, such an episode could happen again at the cricket competitions at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, conducted under the aegis of the ACC, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams are expected to win gold medals.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary</a>&nbsp;"Asia Cup trophies… we hope it will come one day," Saikia said in Mumbai on Friday (Sep 18) after the BCCI's 95th Annual General Meeting. "I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai."&nbsp;Saikia’s comments come amidst ongoing diplomatic friction, with Naqvi scheduled to remain ACC President until April 2027.&nbsp;After crushing Sri Lanka in a one-sided affair in the Asia Cup final in Dubai last Sunday (Sep 13), the Indian women’s team decided against attending the presentation ceremony. Instead, they conducted their own, with fielding coach Munish Bali handing out the best fielder award to Nandani Sharma, who grabbed two diving catches in the final. A day later, Saikia said that it was a ‘firm institutional decision’ to refuse to take the trophy from Naqvi.&nbsp;"Our position had been communicated to the ACC in advance that the Indian team would not participate in the trophy presentation under the circumstances," Saikia had told PTI. "Given the circumstances and the sentiments prevailing in the country, the BCCI felt that it would not be appropriate for the team to receive the trophy in the proposed manner.&nbsp;"This was a firm institutional decision, reflective of the position we have maintained, and was not directed at the players, the tournament or the sport."&nbsp;Amid cross-border tensions between two nuclear powers in April 2025, when four Pakistani terrorists killed 25 civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, in broad daylight, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor midway through IPL 2025, later halting all proceedings until a ceasefire was announced. While India cut all bilateral ties with Pakistan following the barbaric attack on innocents, the two countries played for the first time since the 2025 Asia Cup, where Indian players refused to shake hands with Pakistan and later also refused to accept the winning trophy from Naqvi.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia assures that the Asia Cup trophies will eventually reach BCCI headquarters in Mumbai following the standoff with ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Days after the Indian women’s cricket team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC president, also the PCB chief and an interior minister in the Pakistan government, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the trophy would land at BCCI’s headquarters one day. A similar situation occurred last year when the Indian men’s team beat Pakistan to retain their Asia Cup crown in Dubai, with Suryakumar Yadav and his triumphant unit refusing to accept the trophy from Naqvi. Moreover, such an episode could happen again at the cricket competitions at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, conducted under the aegis of the ACC, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams are expected to win gold medals. Also read| Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary "Asia Cup trophies… we hope it will come one day," Saikia said in Mumbai on Friday (Sep 18) after the BCCI's 95th Annual General Meeting. "I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai." Saikia’s comments come amidst ongoing diplomatic friction, with Naqvi scheduled to remain ACC President until April 2027. After crushing Sri Lanka in a one-sided affair in the Asia Cup final in Dubai last Sunday (Sep 13), the Indian women’s team decided against attending the presentation ceremony. Instead, they conducted their own, with fielding coach Munish Bali handing out the best fielder award to Nandani Sharma, who grabbed two diving catches in the final. A day later, Saikia said that it was a ‘firm institutional decision’ to refuse to take the trophy from Naqvi. "Our position had been communicated to the ACC in advance that the Indian team would not participate in the trophy presentation under the circumstances," Saikia had told PTI. "Given the circumstances and the sentiments prevailing in the country, the BCCI felt that it would not be appropriate for the team to receive the trophy in the proposed manner. "This was a firm institutional decision, reflective of the position we have maintained, and was not directed at the players, the tournament or the sport." Amid cross-border tensions between two nuclear powers in April 2025, when four Pakistani terrorists killed 25 civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, in broad daylight, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor midway through IPL 2025, later halting all proceedings until a ceasefire was announced. While India cut all bilateral ties with Pakistan following the barbaric attack on innocents, the two countries played for the first time since the 2025 Asia Cup, where Indian players refused to shake hands with Pakistan and later also refused to accept the winning trophy from Naqvi.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia assures that the Asia Cup trophies will eventually reach BCCI headquarters in Mumbai following the standoff with ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Asia Cup trophies will reach BCCI headquarters one day, assures Devajit Saikia

Indian Cricket stands at a crossroads, with talks about current chief selector Ajit Agarkar not wanting to extend his contract, which ends in 15 days. With reports of the BCCI heads trying to convince him to stay until the 2027 ODI World Cup, board secretary Devajit Saikia said 15 days is a long time in the cricket world, and that the decision on Agarkar’s future will be made at the right time.&nbsp;BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday morning may have decided on Agarkar’s future, but no details were shared during the media interaction.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-wants-to-quit-as-chief-selector-informs-bcci-1789747771278">Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI</a>&nbsp;“There’s still 15 days left (for Agarkar to complete his term)...15 days is a long time in the world of cricket. We have 15 days; we will take a decision in appropriate time, we will let you know about it,” Saikia said to the media.&nbsp;Earlier reports stated that BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla had said that the ‘office-bearers have been authorised to decide on the senior men’s selection committee.’&nbsp;Meanwhile, if recent developments are to be believed, Team India’s squad selection for the home white-ball series against the West Indies was Agarkar’s last in charge as the head of the men’s selection committee.&nbsp;The board will advertise for the position, followed by interviews, with the whole exercise likely to take some time. In the meantime, the BCCI could appoint an interim chief selector, if the need arises, and former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha, having played 24 Tests, leads the race owing to test seniority.&nbsp;The BCCI, however, has started to prepare for life after Agarkar, with several names likely doing the rounds. Ex-India keeper-batter Parthiv Patel is the frontrunner to replace Agarkar for the role. On the other hand, VVS Laxman, who often fills in for head coach Gautam Gambhir, was the board’s first choice, but reports suggest that he wasn’t keen on taking up the responsibility.&nbsp;Laxman is the head of BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and wishes to continue overseeing that role.<h3>BCCI Meet Absence Indicated Agarkar’s Exit</h3>Agarkar was not part of BCCI’s recently concluded high-profile meeting in Mumbai, which eventually dropped the biggest hint that he has made up his mind. The meeting was attended by the two Indian captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, board secretary Saikia, Laxman and even Gambhir.&nbsp;Although Saikia had then dismissed his absence by saying that Agarkar was out of town and in no internet zone for personal reasons, the BCCI’s official remarks indicated the separation.&nbsp;“It wasn’t that the meeting was decided upon within 48 hours. The chief selector missing such an important conclave where the way forward for Indian cricket was discussed doesn’t make sense,” a BCCI official said. “You have got to be indifferent to what’s happening around to miss such an occasion, and Agarkar is not the sort to do so. He had his plans in place and so skipped it.”<h3>What led to Agarkar’s departure?</h3>Agarkar’s tenure as the chief selector coincided with Indian Cricket’s glorious years, when they won two T20 World Cups and an ICC Champions Trophy, all in the space of three years; however, like how all good things come to an end, so did his tenure.&nbsp;What possibly triggered it was Rohit Sharma’s retirement episode during the UK tour this year, when several reports claimed that the Indian veteran would retire after the final ODI at Lord’s, where he smashed a brilliant hundred in a losing cause.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addresses Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector ahead of his contract deadline. Read the latest updates and contenders.

Indian Cricket stands at a crossroads, with talks about current chief selector Ajit Agarkar not wanting to extend his contract, which ends in 15 days. With reports of the BCCI heads trying to convince him to stay until the 2027 ODI World Cup, board secretary Devajit Saikia said 15 days is a long time in the cricket world, and that the decision on Agarkar’s future will be made at the right time. BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday morning may have decided on Agarkar’s future, but no details were shared during the media interaction. Also read| Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI “There’s still 15 days left (for Agarkar to complete his term)...15 days is a long time in the world of cricket. We have 15 days; we will take a decision in appropriate time, we will let you know about it,” Saikia said to the media. Earlier reports stated that BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla had said that the ‘office-bearers have been authorised to decide on the senior men’s selection committee.’ Meanwhile, if recent developments are to be believed, Team India’s squad selection for the home white-ball series against the West Indies was Agarkar’s last in charge as the head of the men’s selection committee. The board will advertise for the position, followed by interviews, with the whole exercise likely to take some time. In the meantime, the BCCI could appoint an interim chief selector, if the need arises, and former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha, having played 24 Tests, leads the race owing to test seniority. The BCCI, however, has started to prepare for life after Agarkar, with several names likely doing the rounds. Ex-India keeper-batter Parthiv Patel is the frontrunner to replace Agarkar for the role. On the other hand, VVS Laxman, who often fills in for head coach Gautam Gambhir, was the board’s first choice, but reports suggest that he wasn’t keen on taking up the responsibility. Laxman is the head of BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and wishes to continue overseeing that role. BCCI Meet Absence Indicated Agarkar’s Exit Agarkar was not part of BCCI’s recently concluded high-profile meeting in Mumbai, which eventually dropped the biggest hint that he has made up his mind. The meeting was attended by the two Indian captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, board secretary Saikia, Laxman and even Gambhir. Although Saikia had then dismissed his absence by saying that Agarkar was out of town and in no internet zone for personal reasons, the BCCI’s official remarks indicated the separation. “It wasn’t that the meeting was decided upon within 48 hours. The chief selector missing such an important conclave where the way forward for Indian cricket was discussed doesn’t make sense,” a BCCI official said. “You have got to be indifferent to what’s happening around to miss such an occasion, and Agarkar is not the sort to do so. He had his plans in place and so skipped it.” What led to Agarkar’s departure? Agarkar’s tenure as the chief selector coincided with Indian Cricket’s glorious years, when they won two T20 World Cups and an ICC Champions Trophy, all in the space of three years; however, like how all good things come to an end, so did his tenure. What possibly triggered it was Rohit Sharma’s retirement episode during the UK tour this year, when several reports claimed that the Indian veteran would retire after the final ODI at Lord’s, where he smashed a brilliant hundred in a losing cause.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addresses Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector ahead of his contract deadline. Read the latest updates and contenders.

Harry Kane scored twice in Bayern Munich's 7-0 demolition of Union Berlin on Friday, becoming the fastest player to reach 100 Bundesliga goals. Kane scored his 100th and 101st goals in just 98 domestic games, obliterating the previous record set by Cologne's Dieter Mueller in 1977 by 31 games. It's the latest record that the England captain has torn up during his time in Munich, having already become the fastest Bayern player to reach 75, 100 and 150 goals in all competitions.&nbsp;Kane’s double means he now has scored 156 goals in 156 games for Bayern in domestic and international games combined — an unparalleled statistic.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cristiano-ronaldo-returns-to-portugal-squad-for-nations-league-under-new-coach-1789736820269">Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach</a>&nbsp;"I'm very proud to reach 101 Bundesliga goals," Kane told Sky Germany. "In the short time I've been here, I've loved every second of it. When I'm playing with these players - Michael (Olise), Luis (Diaz) and Jamal (Musiala), I'm going to get chances.&nbsp;"To have more goals than games is obviously a great stat to have," he added.&nbsp;When asked about his Bayern contract, which expires at the end of the season, and whether he'll still be at the club when the Champions League final returns to Munich in 2028, Kane said: "I'm extremely happy here.&nbsp;"The talks are ongoing and they'll be ongoing for the near future. You can see the way I'm playing and the way I connect with the fans.&nbsp;"Munich in 2028? Maybe. It'll be a special one."&nbsp;Despite Kane's record-breaking exploits, Michael Olise was the main attraction in Munich with the France star scoring a fine hat-trick against the winless Bundesliga strugglers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Wearing a special kit to celebrate the start of Oktoberfest, it was clear that Bayern were in party mood from the start. They took the lead in the 18th minute with an explosive opener by Jamal Musiala. Alphonso Davies cut the ball back to Musiala on the edge of the box, and the German let fly with a bullet shot.&nbsp;Kane's moment arrived in the 39th minute from the penalty spot after Olise was tripped. Kane slammed home the spot-kick for his milestone strike.<h2>Munich rise to Kane, Olise</h2>Bayern quickly turned two into three before half-time through a fine first-time strike by Olise, who stylishly caressed his shot into the top corner from the edge of the box — but the best from Olise was yet to come. An early second-half flurry forced Manuel Neuer into two saves in quick succession. The first saw him deny a golden chance for Janik Haberer, whose miss was as good as it got for the visitors.&nbsp;Union went 4-0 down in the 54th minute when Olise was allowed to pick out Kane with a sumptuous cross from the right, inviting Kane to glance in his second of the night.&nbsp;Bayern coach Vincent Kompany sent on Ismael Saibari just after the hour and within seven minutes he scored his first Bayern goal. Davies found the Morocco star, who shrugged off his marker and thumped in Bayern's fifth.&nbsp;Olise added his second of the night three minutes later to make it six, rounding Ronnow and sending his shot in off the near post. The Frenchman secured his hat-trick another three minutes later bending in a stunning shot from outside the box.

Harry Kane became the fastest player to score 100 Bundesliga goals in just 98 games as Bayern Munich thrashed Union Berlin 7-0 at the Allianz Arena.

Harry Kane scored twice in Bayern Munich's 7-0 demolition of Union Berlin on Friday, becoming the fastest player to reach 100 Bundesliga goals. Kane scored his 100th and 101st goals in just 98 domestic games, obliterating the previous record set by Cologne's Dieter Mueller in 1977 by 31 games. It's the latest record that the England captain has torn up during his time in Munich, having already become the fastest Bayern player to reach 75, 100 and 150 goals in all competitions. Kane’s double means he now has scored 156 goals in 156 games for Bayern in domestic and international games combined — an unparalleled statistic. Also read| Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach "I'm very proud to reach 101 Bundesliga goals," Kane told Sky Germany. "In the short time I've been here, I've loved every second of it. When I'm playing with these players - Michael (Olise), Luis (Diaz) and Jamal (Musiala), I'm going to get chances. "To have more goals than games is obviously a great stat to have," he added. When asked about his Bayern contract, which expires at the end of the season, and whether he'll still be at the club when the Champions League final returns to Munich in 2028, Kane said: "I'm extremely happy here. "The talks are ongoing and they'll be ongoing for the near future. You can see the way I'm playing and the way I connect with the fans. "Munich in 2028? Maybe. It'll be a special one." Despite Kane's record-breaking exploits, Michael Olise was the main attraction in Munich with the France star scoring a fine hat-trick against the winless Bundesliga strugglers. Wearing a special kit to celebrate the start of Oktoberfest, it was clear that Bayern were in party mood from the start. They took the lead in the 18th minute with an explosive opener by Jamal Musiala. Alphonso Davies cut the ball back to Musiala on the edge of the box, and the German let fly with a bullet shot. Kane's moment arrived in the 39th minute from the penalty spot after Olise was tripped. Kane slammed home the spot-kick for his milestone strike. Munich rise to Kane, Olise Bayern quickly turned two into three before half-time through a fine first-time strike by Olise, who stylishly caressed his shot into the top corner from the edge of the box — but the best from Olise was yet to come. An early second-half flurry forced Manuel Neuer into two saves in quick succession. The first saw him deny a golden chance for Janik Haberer, whose miss was as good as it got for the visitors. Union went 4-0 down in the 54th minute when Olise was allowed to pick out Kane with a sumptuous cross from the right, inviting Kane to glance in his second of the night. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany sent on Ismael Saibari just after the hour and within seven minutes he scored his first Bayern goal. Davies found the Morocco star, who shrugged off his marker and thumped in Bayern's fifth. Olise added his second of the night three minutes later to make it six, rounding Ronnow and sending his shot in off the near post. The Frenchman secured his hat-trick another three minutes later bending in a stunning shot from outside the box.

Harry Kane became the fastest player to score 100 Bundesliga goals in just 98 games as Bayern Munich thrashed Union Berlin 7-0 at the Allianz Arena.

Harry Kane breaks Bundesliga record for fastest 100 goals as Bayern thrash Union Berlin

In a massive blow to New Zealand, all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered a ‘freak injury’ during a promotional shoot in Auckland earlier this week. The left-handed batter dislocated his shoulder after landing awkwardly on the safety mat while attempting a diving catch during filming. Rachin underwent initial assessments on Friday, with medical specialists clearing him of any major structural damage. Although the NZC statement on the subject did not mention how long Rachin would be out of action, it said that his return would be determined by ‘his progress during the first few weeks of his rehabilitation.’&nbsp;New Zealand will host India for a full tour, starting with five T20Is late next month. With the T20I squad set to be announced next week, the NZC said it was unclear if Rachin will feature in the marquee series.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/brydon-carse-derby-nightclub-incident-police-drop-charges-1789787431585">Fast bowler Brydon Carse faces no charges over Derby nightclub incident</a>&nbsp;"It was a really unfortunate injury," New Zealand performance manager Mike Sandle said. "We're gutted for Rachin and our key priority is making sure he recovers well and gets back on the field as soon as he can.&nbsp;"As with all commercial shoots involving our players, the activities were agreed in advance by all parties, with appropriate safety measures in place. It was a bit of a freak accident, and we'll continue to review our processes around events like this in the future,” he continued.&nbsp;New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said they will not rush Rachin’s comeback.&nbsp;"With a heavy schedule of Test cricket in the next six months, we don't want to rush Rachin back sooner than we need to," he said. "He's in great hands in terms of his rehab, and we look forward to welcoming him back soon."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Rachin has been New Zealand’s brightest prospect across formats. Since making headlines for his whirlwind knock against England in the 2023 ODI World Cup opener, where he smashed an unbeaten 123 during the successful chase, Rachin has built on the momentum. Impressive showings in the remaining two formats made him a key member of New Zealand’s core.&nbsp;India will tour New Zealand for five T20Is, as many ODIs and two Tests.&nbsp;

Rachin Ravindra faces a race against time for the India T20Is after suffering a 'freak' shoulder injury during a promotional shoot. Get the latest update.

In a massive blow to New Zealand, all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered a ‘freak injury’ during a promotional shoot in Auckland earlier this week. The left-handed batter dislocated his shoulder after landing awkwardly on the safety mat while attempting a diving catch during filming. Rachin underwent initial assessments on Friday, with medical specialists clearing him of any major structural damage. Although the NZC statement on the subject did not mention how long Rachin would be out of action, it said that his return would be determined by ‘his progress during the first few weeks of his rehabilitation.’ New Zealand will host India for a full tour, starting with five T20Is late next month. With the T20I squad set to be announced next week, the NZC said it was unclear if Rachin will feature in the marquee series. Also read| Fast bowler Brydon Carse faces no charges over Derby nightclub incident "It was a really unfortunate injury," New Zealand performance manager Mike Sandle said. "We're gutted for Rachin and our key priority is making sure he recovers well and gets back on the field as soon as he can. "As with all commercial shoots involving our players, the activities were agreed in advance by all parties, with appropriate safety measures in place. It was a bit of a freak accident, and we'll continue to review our processes around events like this in the future,” he continued. New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said they will not rush Rachin’s comeback. "With a heavy schedule of Test cricket in the next six months, we don't want to rush Rachin back sooner than we need to," he said. "He's in great hands in terms of his rehab, and we look forward to welcoming him back soon." Meanwhile, Rachin has been New Zealand’s brightest prospect across formats. Since making headlines for his whirlwind knock against England in the 2023 ODI World Cup opener, where he smashed an unbeaten 123 during the successful chase, Rachin has built on the momentum. Impressive showings in the remaining two formats made him a key member of New Zealand’s core. India will tour New Zealand for five T20Is, as many ODIs and two Tests.

Rachin Ravindra faces a race against time for the India T20Is after suffering a 'freak' shoulder injury during a promotional shoot. Get the latest update.

Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India T20Is after suffering 'freak injury' during promo shoot

England fast bowler Brydon Carse will not face any charges in the Derby nightclub incident after the police dropped their probe into an alleged assault that took place last month. Videos surfaced on social media showing the Ashes participant in handcuffs after being arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in the early hours of August 23. Carse was de-arrested soon after.&nbsp;The incident occurred after Carse was released from England's squad for the first Test against Pakistan in Leeds, which England lost by an innings and 103 runs, to play for Durham against Derbyshire. The ECB selectors dropped Carse from the remainder of the series, after which the Derbyshire Police confirmed it was looking into allegations of assault. Later, Carse was also omitted from the T20I and ODI squads for the home series against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jos-buttler-creates-history-as-first-batter-to-reach-15-000-t20-runs-1789725058738">Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the police enquiry concluded that the alleged victim did not want to make any complaints against Carse, and thus, no further action was taken.&nbsp;"An investigation into reports of an assault in Derby city centre has been closed,” a Police statement released on Friday (Sep 18) read. "Officers attended Molly Malones in the Wardwick, Derby, in the early hours of Sunday, 23 August.&nbsp;"A man was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and was then de-arrested after his details were taken by officers."&nbsp;The Cricket Regulator, which also investigated former England Test captain Ben Stokes and paceman Gus Atkinson over a nightclub brawl in London after the conclusion of the first Test against New Zealand, will now investigate Carse over the matter.&nbsp;Reappointed England Test captain Joe Root said he was ‘hacked off’ while addressing the situation ahead of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s.&nbsp;Earlier, last week, England’s white-ball coach Brendon McCullum said that Carse needed to ‘get his house in order’, after which the ECB said Carse must ‘work through the issues that led to the Derby incident and take time for a proper reset’.

Derbyshire Police have dropped their probe into England fast bowler Brydon Carse following a Derby nightclub incident. Carse faces no charges but now awaits a Cricket Regulator review.

England fast bowler Brydon Carse will not face any charges in the Derby nightclub incident after the police dropped their probe into an alleged assault that took place last month. Videos surfaced on social media showing the Ashes participant in handcuffs after being arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in the early hours of August 23. Carse was de-arrested soon after. The incident occurred after Carse was released from England's squad for the first Test against Pakistan in Leeds, which England lost by an innings and 103 runs, to play for Durham against Derbyshire. The ECB selectors dropped Carse from the remainder of the series, after which the Derbyshire Police confirmed it was looking into allegations of assault. Later, Carse was also omitted from the T20I and ODI squads for the home series against Sri Lanka. Also read| Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs Meanwhile, the police enquiry concluded that the alleged victim did not want to make any complaints against Carse, and thus, no further action was taken. "An investigation into reports of an assault in Derby city centre has been closed,” a Police statement released on Friday (Sep 18) read. "Officers attended Molly Malones in the Wardwick, Derby, in the early hours of Sunday, 23 August. "A man was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and was then de-arrested after his details were taken by officers." The Cricket Regulator, which also investigated former England Test captain Ben Stokes and paceman Gus Atkinson over a nightclub brawl in London after the conclusion of the first Test against New Zealand, will now investigate Carse over the matter. Reappointed England Test captain Joe Root said he was ‘hacked off’ while addressing the situation ahead of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s. Earlier, last week, England’s white-ball coach Brendon McCullum said that Carse needed to ‘get his house in order’, after which the ECB said Carse must ‘work through the issues that led to the Derby incident and take time for a proper reset’.

Derbyshire Police have dropped their probe into England fast bowler Brydon Carse following a Derby nightclub incident. Carse faces no charges but now awaits a Cricket Regulator review.

Fast bowler Brydon Carse faces no charges over Derby nightclub incident

Ajit Agarkar is set to step down as chairman of the BCCI’s senior men’s selection committee after his current term concludes on Oct 4, according to media reports. Agarkar became India’s chief selector in 2023 and was involved in several major selection decisions during his time as chairman.&nbsp;“Agarkar has formally informed the BCCI just before the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that he doesn’t wish to continue as a selector after his term ends on October 4,” a BCCI office-bearer told The Hindu publication.&nbsp;Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel is reportedly one of the names being considered as his replacement.&nbsp;Hindustan Times also reported that the BCCI has started looking for a new chief selector after receiving communication from Agarkar.&nbsp;“In his communication, Agarkar has cited his previous discussions with the board in February, when he had first alerted top decision makers to look for alternatives at the end of his current term,” a BCCI official told HT.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cristiano-ronaldo-returns-to-portugal-squad-for-nations-league-under-new-coach-1789736820269">Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach</a><h3>BCCI office-bearers to decide on Agarkar’s future</h3>Agarkar’s decision came hours after PTI reported that BCCI member units had authorised the board’s office-bearers to decide whether to extend his tenure or appoint a replacement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-cannot-bowl-10-overs-gautam-gambhir-reveals-clear-plan-for-hardik-pandya-s-india-return-1789734043605">'He cannot bowl..;': Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return</a>&nbsp;With Agarkar’s contract set to end on Oct 4, he has been in focus as the BCCI considers its options regarding the senior selection committee.&nbsp;“The office bearers have been authorised to take decisions on the matters concerning the selection committees,” a senior BCCI official said after the meeting.&nbsp;Apart from deciding on the chairman of the senior selection committee, the BCCI is also looking to fill all five positions in the junior selection committee.

As chairman of the selection committee, Agarkar was involved in several important selection calls and major decisions concerning India’s squad across formats.

Ajit Agarkar is set to step down as chairman of the BCCI’s senior men’s selection committee after his current term concludes on Oct 4, according to media reports. Agarkar became India’s chief selector in 2023 and was involved in several major selection decisions during his time as chairman. “Agarkar has formally informed the BCCI just before the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that he doesn’t wish to continue as a selector after his term ends on October 4,” a BCCI office-bearer told The Hindu publication. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel is reportedly one of the names being considered as his replacement. Hindustan Times also reported that the BCCI has started looking for a new chief selector after receiving communication from Agarkar. “In his communication, Agarkar has cited his previous discussions with the board in February, when he had first alerted top decision makers to look for alternatives at the end of his current term,” a BCCI official told HT. Also Read - Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach BCCI office-bearers to decide on Agarkar’s future Agarkar’s decision came hours after PTI reported that BCCI member units had authorised the board’s office-bearers to decide whether to extend his tenure or appoint a replacement. Also Read - 'He cannot bowl..;': Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return With Agarkar’s contract set to end on Oct 4, he has been in focus as the BCCI considers its options regarding the senior selection committee. “The office bearers have been authorised to take decisions on the matters concerning the selection committees,” a senior BCCI official said after the meeting. Apart from deciding on the chairman of the senior selection committee, the BCCI is also looking to fill all five positions in the junior selection committee.

As chairman of the selection committee, Agarkar was involved in several important selection calls and major decisions concerning India’s squad across formats.

Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in Portugal’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches as new head coach Jorge Jesus included the 41-year-old captain in his first team selection on Friday (Sep 18). Ronaldo had previously said that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his last, but he has not confirmed when he will retire from international football. He will turn 43 by the time the 2028 European Championship takes place.&nbsp;This is Jesus’ first squad since taking over from Roberto Martinez, who left his position after Portugal’s 1-0 defeat to Spain in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.&nbsp;Jesus knows Ronaldo well, having coached him at Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr and the pair helped the club win the league last season. The 72-year-old manager has also worked with Portuguese giants Benfica and Sporting Lisbon. &nbsp;&nbsp;Ronaldo remains the highest goalscorer in men’s international football, with 146 goals and also played a key role in Portugal’s Euro 2016 triumph. The forward is now close to reaching 1,000 goals in his career, having scored 979 so far.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-cannot-bowl-10-overs-gautam-gambhir-reveals-clear-plan-for-hardik-pandya-s-india-return-1789734043605">'He cannot bowl...': Gautam Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return</a>

Jesus believes Ronaldo is more likely to reach the milestone with Al-Nassr than Portugal and also made it clear that Ronaldo’s reputation will not guarantee him a starting spot.&nbsp;“I think he’s more likely to score his thousandth goal for Al-Nassr than for the Portuguese national team,” Jesus said.&nbsp;“All the called-up players are at my disposal. If he performs well, he plays. If he doesn’t perform well, he doesn’t play. That’s how I treat everyone”, he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-shafali-stars-as-india-thump-japan-by-8-wickets-to-book-semis-berth-1789720788288">Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets for semis spot</a>&nbsp;However, Jesus admitted that Ronaldo’s achievements give him a unique status.&nbsp;“Now, does Cris have a different status? Yes. His career is different. He has five Ballon d’Or awards, but does that influence my decisions? No. It doesn’t influence anything, zero, but he is different from the others,” he concluded. &nbsp;Portugal will face Wales at home on Sep 24, before travelling to Norway on Sep 27 and Denmark on Oct 1. They will host Norway on Oct 4.

The 41-year-old remains part of Portugal’s plans for the UEFA Nations League, despite previously stating that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his final tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been named in Portugal’s squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches as new head coach Jorge Jesus included the 41-year-old captain in his first team selection on Friday (Sep 18). Ronaldo had previously said that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his last, but he has not confirmed when he will retire from international football. He will turn 43 by the time the 2028 European Championship takes place. This is Jesus’ first squad since taking over from Roberto Martinez, who left his position after Portugal’s 1-0 defeat to Spain in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Jesus knows Ronaldo well, having coached him at Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr and the pair helped the club win the league last season. The 72-year-old manager has also worked with Portuguese giants Benfica and Sporting Lisbon. Ronaldo remains the highest goalscorer in men’s international football, with 146 goals and also played a key role in Portugal’s Euro 2016 triumph. The forward is now close to reaching 1,000 goals in his career, having scored 979 so far. Also Read - 'He cannot bowl...': Gautam Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return

The 41-year-old remains part of Portugal’s plans for the UEFA Nations League, despite previously stating that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his final tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries. This list also includes Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries. This list also includes Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson

Indian men’s team head coach Gautam Gambhir said on Thursday that Hardik Pandya is currently not fit enough to bowl ten overs in an ODI, adding that India does not want to rush the all-rounder back into international cricket as he has played very little competitive cricket in the last four months. Pandya remains an important part of India’s limited-overs setup but has regularly been managed due to fitness issues and workload concerns.&nbsp;Gambhir indicated that once Pandya becomes fully fit to bowl, India could potentially play both him and young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the same XI.&nbsp;“Hardik Pandya can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment. We don’t want to rush him into international cricket. When he is fit, there is a possibility of both he and Nitish playing,” Gambhir said at the post-match press conference.&nbsp;India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in the third T20I to complete a 3-0 series sweep.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jos-buttler-creates-history-as-first-batter-to-reach-15-000-t20-runs-1789725058738">Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs</a> &nbsp;Gambhir’s comments suggest that Pandya’s return will depend largely on his ability to contribute with the ball as a genuine all-rounder, rather than being picked only for his batting.&nbsp;Pandya was named in the India A squad for the one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, subject to a final fitness assessment by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence.&nbsp;He has not played competitive cricket since IPL 2026 due to a series of injuries and was selected for India’s ODI series against Afghanistan in June but suffered a leg injury before the matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-north-korean-anthem-plays-during-south-korea-hockey-match-1789728476565">Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match</a>&nbsp;Earlier, he had missed four games for Mumbai Indians due to back spasms and was undergoing conditioning work at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence when he suffered another setback. &nbsp;The 32-year-old is expected to undergo a fitness test next week. While he is likely to be cleared, the selectors remain cautious about rushing him back, given his importance to India’s balance in the 50-over format.

Coach Gautam Gambhir said that Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy could play together for India once Pandya regains full fitness and is able to bowl regularly.

Indian men’s team head coach Gautam Gambhir said on Thursday that Hardik Pandya is currently not fit enough to bowl ten overs in an ODI, adding that India does not want to rush the all-rounder back into international cricket as he has played very little competitive cricket in the last four months. Pandya remains an important part of India’s limited-overs setup but has regularly been managed due to fitness issues and workload concerns. Gambhir indicated that once Pandya becomes fully fit to bowl, India could potentially play both him and young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the same XI. “Hardik Pandya can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment. We don’t want to rush him into international cricket. When he is fit, there is a possibility of both he and Nitish playing,” Gambhir said at the post-match press conference. India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in the third T20I to complete a 3-0 series sweep. Also Read - Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs Gambhir’s comments suggest that Pandya’s return will depend largely on his ability to contribute with the ball as a genuine all-rounder, rather than being picked only for his batting. Pandya was named in the India A squad for the one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, subject to a final fitness assessment by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. He has not played competitive cricket since IPL 2026 due to a series of injuries and was selected for India’s ODI series against Afghanistan in June but suffered a leg injury before the matches. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match Earlier, he had missed four games for Mumbai Indians due to back spasms and was undergoing conditioning work at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence when he suffered another setback. The 32-year-old is expected to undergo a fitness test next week. While he is likely to be cleared, the selectors remain cautious about rushing him back, given his importance to India’s balance in the 50-over format.

Coach Gautam Gambhir said that Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy could play together for India once Pandya regains full fitness and is able to bowl regularly.

'He cannot bowl...': Gautam Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return

From Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton to Sikandar Raza, here's a look at the top five batters to score fastest T20I hundreds. This list also includes Sahil Chauhan, Muhammad Fahad and Abhishek Sharma

From Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton to Sikandar Raza, here's a look at the top five batters to score fastest T20I hundreds. This list also includes Sahil Chauhan, Muhammad Fahad and Abhishek Sharma.

From Abhishek Sharma to Sahil Chauhan, 5 batters with fastest T20I hundreds

South Korean hockey players were left confused after North Korea’s national anthem was played instead of South Korea’s before their men’s field hockey match against Bangladesh at the Asian Games on Friday (Sep 18). The South Korean team was lined up at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara when the North Korean anthem started playing. Some players stood at attention, while others looked around in confusion or placed their hands over their hearts.&nbsp;The stadium announcer had introduced the music as South Korea’s national anthem, but organisers quickly realised the mistake and corrected the error. Bangladesh’s national anthem was played first, followed by South Korea’s anthem.&nbsp;However, the match was already behind schedule, so the South Korean players could not complete the anthem ceremony. The referee asked both teams to exchange greetings while South Korea’s anthem was still playing, forcing the players to start the match before the ceremony had fully ended.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jos-buttler-creates-history-as-first-batter-to-reach-15-000-t20-runs-1789725058738">Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs</a>

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The incident did not affect South Korea’s performance as they defeated Bangladesh 5-0 in their opening Pool A match, with five different players scoring.&nbsp;South Korean news agency Yonhap described the incident as an “awkward mishap” and said that the players appeared confused as the unfamiliar anthem played in front of their national flag.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-county-club-leicestershire-staring-at-relegation-after-27-point-penalty-because-of-dada-shoot-1789707996682">England county club Leicestershire staring at relegation after 27-point penalty</a>&nbsp;The error was particularly sensitive because South Korea and North Korea have been divided since the Korean War and maintain a complicated relationship.&nbsp;&nbsp;At international sporting events, the two countries compete separately and use different flags and anthems. South Korea’s national anthem is “Aegukga”, while North Korea’s is “Aegukka”.&nbsp;The incident came before the Asian Games’ official opening ceremony, which is scheduled for Saturday (Sep 19).

South Korea’s hockey team faced an awkward moment before their Asian Games opener against Bangladesh when the North Korean national anthem was mistakenly played.

South Korean hockey players were left confused after North Korea’s national anthem was played instead of South Korea’s before their men’s field hockey match against Bangladesh at the Asian Games on Friday (Sep 18). The South Korean team was lined up at Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara when the North Korean anthem started playing. Some players stood at attention, while others looked around in confusion or placed their hands over their hearts. The stadium announcer had introduced the music as South Korea’s national anthem, but organisers quickly realised the mistake and corrected the error. Bangladesh’s national anthem was played first, followed by South Korea’s anthem. However, the match was already behind schedule, so the South Korean players could not complete the anthem ceremony. The referee asked both teams to exchange greetings while South Korea’s anthem was still playing, forcing the players to start the match before the ceremony had fully ended. Also Read - Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs

South Korea’s hockey team faced an awkward moment before their Asian Games opener against Bangladesh when the North Korean national anthem was mistakenly played.

Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler made history on Thursday (Sep 17) by becoming the first batter to score 15,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 36-year-old reached the milestone during England’s second T20I against Sri Lanka and also went past West Indies great Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket.&nbsp;The England star reached 15,000 runs in his 528th T20 match and has scored the runs at an average of 35.46 and a strike rate of 147.46, including nine centuries and 107 fifties.&nbsp;Buttler has played T20 cricket for several teams and franchises, including England, Lancashire, Manchester Originals, Manchester Super Giants, Gujarat Titans, Somerset, Paarl Royals, Mumbai Indians, Sydney Thunder, Comilla Victorians, Durban’s Super Giants, Melbourne Renegades and England Lions. &nbsp;He moved ahead of Pollard, who finished his T20 career with 14,999 runs from 754 matches at an average of 31.71.&nbsp;Buttler completed the landmark with a single off Eshan Malinga in the fifth over of England’s chase.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-shafali-stars-as-india-thump-japan-by-8-wickets-to-book-semis-berth-1789720788288">Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth</a><h3>England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I</h3>England went on to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets at Sophia Gardens, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.&nbsp;&nbsp;After restricting Sri Lanka to 145/9 in 20 overs, England reached the target in just 12.1 overs, finishing on 146/4. The win also extended England’s winning streak against Sri Lanka in T20Is to 14 matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-from-transport-to-accomodation-athletes-face-multiple-issues-at-aichi-nayoga-1789714040001">Asian Games 2026: Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya</a>&nbsp;The third and final T20I will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday, with England already secured the series.

Jos Buttler etched his name in the history books on Thursday (Sept 17) by becoming the first player in the world to reach 15,000 runs in T20 cricket.

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler made history on Thursday (Sep 17) by becoming the first batter to score 15,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 36-year-old reached the milestone during England’s second T20I against Sri Lanka and also went past West Indies great Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket. The England star reached 15,000 runs in his 528th T20 match and has scored the runs at an average of 35.46 and a strike rate of 147.46, including nine centuries and 107 fifties. Buttler has played T20 cricket for several teams and franchises, including England, Lancashire, Manchester Originals, Manchester Super Giants, Gujarat Titans, Somerset, Paarl Royals, Mumbai Indians, Sydney Thunder, Comilla Victorians, Durban’s Super Giants, Melbourne Renegades and England Lions. He moved ahead of Pollard, who finished his T20 career with 14,999 runs from 754 matches at an average of 31.71. Buttler completed the landmark with a single off Eshan Malinga in the fifth over of England’s chase. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I England went on to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets at Sophia Gardens, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. After restricting Sri Lanka to 145/9 in 20 overs, England reached the target in just 12.1 overs, finishing on 146/4. The win also extended England’s winning streak against Sri Lanka in T20Is to 14 matches. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya The third and final T20I will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday, with England already secured the series.

Jos Buttler etched his name in the history books on Thursday (Sept 17) by becoming the first player in the world to reach 15,000 runs in T20 cricket.

Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs

India women's cricket team started their Asian Games 2026 campaign with a thumping eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday (Sep 18) in the quarter-final in Nagoya. The Asia Cup champs made light work of the 58-run target and raced to it with one over left in the powerplay itself. Shafali Verma, Player of the Series (POTS) of the recently concluded Women's Asia Cup 2026, scored an unbeaten 40 off just 15 balls as India won with 90 balls remaining. The defending gold medalists now face Bangladesh in the semi-final on Sunday (Sep 20).<h2>India-W thrash Japan-W in Asian Games 2026 quarter-final</h2>Batting first, Japan went through the powerplay of the first six overs without losing a wicket but scoring only 24 runs. Shree Charani broke the opening partnership by dismissing Haruna Iwasaki (10) and then removed skipper Mai Yanagida (0) on the very next ball for a golden duck. Things started going downhill pretty fast for Japan from thereon.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-from-transport-to-accomodation-athletes-face-multiple-issues-at-aichi-nayoga-1789714040001">Asian Games 2026: From transport to accommodation- Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya</a>Erika Oda (5) was the next wicket to fall, taken by Shafali Verma, before Shree Charani dismissed the other opener Ayaka Kano-Stafford (25). Shafali then dismissed Shimako Kato for her second wicket, and Japan was 51/5 from being 24/0. The hosts lost their next five wickets for seven runs, with Shree Charani taking another wicket to return bowling figures of 4/10 in four overs with two maidens. Apart from her, Shafali took 2/13, while Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil picked up one wicket each.<h2>Shafali lights up India chase</h2>Chasing the below-par target, Shafali hit 17 runs in the opening over, taking care of more than one-fourth of the target in the first six balls. Her new opening partner Kamalini Gnanavel, however, could not make use of the opportunity and was dismissed for a two-ball duck. Bharti Fulmali also failed to grab her chance and was dismissed for 6 (7 balls) as India fell to 24/2 from 17/0. Shafali then took charge with Richa Ghosh (unbeaten 12 runs off 6 balls) as India romped home at the completion of the five-over mark.

India women's cricket team thrashed Japan by eight wickets in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final. Shafali Verma's unbeaten 40 off 15 balls chased down 58 easily to setup a semi-final against Bangladesh.

India women's cricket team started their Asian Games 2026 campaign with a thumping eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday (Sep 18) in the quarter-final in Nagoya. The Asia Cup champs made light work of the 58-run target and raced to it with one over left in the powerplay itself. Shafali Verma, Player of the Series (POTS) of the recently concluded Women's Asia Cup 2026, scored an unbeaten 40 off just 15 balls as India won with 90 balls remaining. The defending gold medalists now face Bangladesh in the semi-final on Sunday (Sep 20). India-W thrash Japan-W in Asian Games 2026 quarter-final Batting first, Japan went through the powerplay of the first six overs without losing a wicket but scoring only 24 runs. Shree Charani broke the opening partnership by dismissing Haruna Iwasaki (10) and then removed skipper Mai Yanagida (0) on the very next ball for a golden duck. Things started going downhill pretty fast for Japan from thereon. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: From transport to accommodation- Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya Erika Oda (5) was the next wicket to fall, taken by Shafali Verma, before Shree Charani dismissed the other opener Ayaka Kano-Stafford (25). Shafali then dismissed Shimako Kato for her second wicket, and Japan was 51/5 from being 24/0. The hosts lost their next five wickets for seven runs, with Shree Charani taking another wicket to return bowling figures of 4/10 in four overs with two maidens. Apart from her, Shafali took 2/13, while Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil picked up one wicket each. Shafali lights up India chase Chasing the below-par target, Shafali hit 17 runs in the opening over, taking care of more than one-fourth of the target in the first six balls. Her new opening partner Kamalini Gnanavel, however, could not make use of the opportunity and was dismissed for a two-ball duck. Bharti Fulmali also failed to grab her chance and was dismissed for 6 (7 balls) as India fell to 24/2 from 17/0. Shafali then took charge with Richa Ghosh (unbeaten 12 runs off 6 balls) as India romped home at the completion of the five-over mark.

India women's cricket team thrashed Japan by eight wickets in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final. Shafali Verma's unbeaten 40 off 15 balls chased down 58 easily to setup a semi-final against Bangladesh.

Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth

The Asian Games 2026, which officially start on Saturday (September 19) in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, have already hit chaos and mismanagement. Athletes from multiple countries, including India, have dealt with issues like accommodation, transportation, and more even before the games started. The reputation of Japan being impeccable about things including planning and preparation is also being questioned after the Asian Games 2026 mismanagement.<h2>What are the issues athletes are facing at the Asian Games 2026?</h2>The Indian shooting contingent has been offered accommodation nearly 50-60 kilometres away from the practice location, making it a logistical nightmare for them to commute to and from the venue."The hotels are about 50-60 kms away from the range. The bus could accommodate only 50 persons. The first bus came late, and the second bus too was late," The Indian Express reported, citing one of the members of the Indian shooting contingent. "It took us close to two hours to reach the range. It took less time on return. But such delays can be frustrating for shooters sometimes," it added.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-athlete-who-soiled-herself-during-hyrox-race-aplogises-for-continuing-1789698729259">Athlete, who soiled herself during Hyrox race, apologises for continuing</a>As for South Korea, their football team, which had a match against Qatar, was taken to a baseball arena. The bus eventually arrived at the correct location 30 minutes later."Based on my experience, this is the worst it has ever been," Jung Jae-Yong, vice president of the Korea Basketball Association, told news agency AFP.The Indian athletes, which included a wushu practitioner, two Indian coaches and a masseur, had to wait six hours before being allotted a room on the hotel, which is essentially an Italian cruise ship, Costa Serena. "While the wushu players had to wait for some time before they were sent to the cruise ship, we, coaches and the masseur, had to wait for more than six hours at the assembly area," said a coach.Varun Sanyal, India's MMA athlete, also posted a video on social media, which has now been deleted, about the issues and said: "I can confirm this is true. I’m currently on 7 hours and counting."Japan’s deputy chef de mission Hisashi Mizutori, meanwhile, has admitted the shortcomings and said to the Japan Times, "We are currently working to coordinate and negotiate adjustments wherever possible. For cases where that proves too difficult, we are considering using the backup accommodations that Team Japan prepared in advance as alternatives."

The 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, opened with widespread chaos as athletes faced severe transport delays, distant hotel arrangements on a cruise ship, and misdirected team buses.

The Asian Games 2026, which officially start on Saturday (September 19) in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, have already hit chaos and mismanagement. Athletes from multiple countries, including India, have dealt with issues like accommodation, transportation, and more even before the games started. The reputation of Japan being impeccable about things including planning and preparation is also being questioned after the Asian Games 2026 mismanagement. What are the issues athletes are facing at the Asian Games 2026? The Indian shooting contingent has been offered accommodation nearly 50-60 kilometres away from the practice location, making it a logistical nightmare for them to commute to and from the venue. "The hotels are about 50-60 kms away from the range. The bus could accommodate only 50 persons. The first bus came late, and the second bus too was late," The Indian Express reported, citing one of the members of the Indian shooting contingent. "It took us close to two hours to reach the range. It took less time on return. But such delays can be frustrating for shooters sometimes," it added. Also Read - Athlete, who soiled herself during Hyrox race, apologises for continuing As for South Korea, their football team, which had a match against Qatar, was taken to a baseball arena. The bus eventually arrived at the correct location 30 minutes later. "Based on my experience, this is the worst it has ever been," Jung Jae-Yong, vice president of the Korea Basketball Association, told news agency AFP. The Indian athletes, which included a wushu practitioner, two Indian coaches and a masseur, had to wait six hours before being allotted a room on the hotel, which is essentially an Italian cruise ship, Costa Serena. "While the wushu players had to wait for some time before they were sent to the cruise ship, we, coaches and the masseur, had to wait for more than six hours at the assembly area," said a coach. Varun Sanyal, India's MMA athlete, also posted a video on social media, which has now been deleted, about the issues and said: "I can confirm this is true. I’m currently on 7 hours and counting." Japan’s deputy chef de mission Hisashi Mizutori, meanwhile, has admitted the shortcomings and said to the Japan Times, "We are currently working to coordinate and negotiate adjustments wherever possible. For cases where that proves too difficult, we are considering using the backup accommodations that Team Japan prepared in advance as alternatives."

The 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, opened with widespread chaos as athletes faced severe transport delays, distant hotel arrangements on a cruise ship, and misdirected team buses.

Asian Games 2026: From transport to accommodation- Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya

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