Who is Abdul El-Sayed’s wife Sarah Jukaku and what is her Indian connection?

Mahadev app co-founder Ravi Uppal arrested in Dubai days after kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar’s extradition

From Texas to South Carolina: How Democrats stormed Republican strongholds to redraw America's political map in US midterms 2026

'I was one of his child victims': Former Miss Teen USA contestant Larissa Portnoff accuses Trump of sexual abuse in viral video | WATCH

US midterm elections: Major Republican upsets, historic firsts and an unexpected India connection | Gravitas

What's behind the wave of doctors and nurses winning congressional seats in the US midterms?

Drugs on the ballot: Did American voters back marijuana legalisation in 2026 US midterms?

Israel's Ra'am party backs Gadi Eisenkot to lead next government after meeting with Herzog

Ohio Senate seat JD Vance vacated for vice presidency flips to Democrats as Sherrod Brown defeats Husted

US stocks rally as Dow surges 1,569 points after Democratic midterms sweep; biggest post-midterm gain in 44 years

US Midterms: After Senate, House win, can Democrats force Trump to stop Iran war? Answer may surprise you

Fairfax may tap IDBI bank’s excess capital to help fund ₹52,878 crore buyout

Ashwin shares reasons for Bhuvneshwar's struggle in NZ T20Is, says his 'chapter is maybe closed'

Iran exempts ships from India, China, Iraq, and Qatar from Strait of Hormuz restrictions

First handshake? Radio signal with all hallmarks of alien technology detected in China

Trump's 'best guy' Pete Hegseth on the chopping block? Why Republicans are now turning against him after midterms disaster

Doomsday warning? Why governments are warning people to stockpile emergency supplies for 72 hours

"That run-out by Rohit changed the momentum": Gill reflects on India's 5-wicket win in 1st ODI vs NZ

US midterms: Did Trump lose young voters, women and minorities? Here's how Americans voted

‘Dialled wrong number in season of dharna, go protest’: CJI’s quip on plea seeking rotation of SC-ST reserved seats

Keran Heritage Centre to give new impetus to border tourism in North Kashmir

Indian Army marks Battle of Shalateng Day with veterans’ rally, educational outreach at Sharifabad

Florida shooting: Two dead, including suspect, after gunfire at Citibank's Tampa-area complex

US Midterms 2026: Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan race, becomes first Muslim American to be elected to US Senate

Did aliens just send earth a signal? China detects mystery radio pulse from 238 light-years away

US midterms: What went wrong for Trump? | Gravitas

Spate of similar deaths raises alarm over heart health in children

US Midterms 2026: Pooja Sethi defeats bigotry, makes history as first Hindu, Indian-American woman elected to Texas Legislature

‘You can call me Senator’: From Texas To Maine, watch Democrats celebrate historic 2026 midterm wins

Trump has meltdown on Truth Social, vows to become ‘Political Pundit’

'Habibi, there's a delicious irony': What the word Abdul El-Sayed used on JD Vance actually means | US Midterms 2026

US midterm elections: Donald Trump enters 'lame-duck presidency' era. What does it mean?

NASA invites people to fly their names to Saturn's moon, Titan, aboard Dragonfly

‘Iran handed Trump political defeat after strategic ones,’ says security chief Mohsen Rezaei

<p>Shreyas Iyer, Team India’s new ODI vice-captain, has been hospitalised in Sydney since <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-shreyas-iyer-suffers-internal-bleeding-due-to-rib-cage-injury-being-monitored-in-sydney-hospital-bcci-1761553873092">sustaining a spleen injury during the final One-Day game against Australia</a> at the SCG while attempting to complete a catch. Although he successfully caught it, dismissing Alex Carey, he hurt his rib cage and elbow during the play and was unable to participate in the game afterwards. The team doctor escorted him off the ground and rushed him to a nearby hospital, where he continues to be monitored, with the BCCI arranging the best of facilities for him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ahead of the T20I series against Australia, starting Wednesday (Oct 29) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav provided the latest update on Iyer’s injury status. Speaking to the media ahead of the series opener, SKY stated that Shreyas' condition is stable and he is continuing to recover, adding that there is no cause for concern.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"He's recovering well, replying to us on phone that means he is doing absolutely fine. It is unfortunate what happened, but the doctors are taking care of him. He'll be monitored for the next few days, but nothing to be worried about," SKY said of Iyer’s injury status.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Days after suffering this freak injury, the BCCI posted an official update on its social media handles, keeping everyone informed of what happened to Iyer and the latest update on his status.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on 25th October 2025. He was taken to the hospital for further evaluation," BCCI stated.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, in consultation with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his injury status. The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress," the statement further added.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Iyer’s return to the ODI side for the first time since March this year wasn’t as fruitful as he’d thought. Even though he scored a fifty (61) against Australia in the second ODI in Adelaide, stitching an 118-run stand for this wicket with Rohit Sharma, he got out cheaply in the series opener in Perth while playing no part in the final game.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Considering the nature of his injury, which could further keep him hospitalised for around a week, Iyer remains doubtful for the home ODI series against South Africa starting at the end of last month.&nbsp;</p>

The latest report suggested that Iyer suffered internal bleeding due to an injury to his left rib cage area.

Shreyas Iyer, Team India’s new ODI vice-captain, has been hospitalised in Sydney since sustaining a spleen injury during the final One-Day game against Australia at the SCG while attempting to complete a catch. Although he successfully caught it, dismissing Alex Carey, he hurt his rib cage and elbow during the play and was unable to participate in the game afterwards. The team doctor escorted him off the ground and rushed him to a nearby hospital, where he continues to be monitored, with the BCCI arranging the best of facilities for him. Ahead of the T20I series against Australia, starting Wednesday (Oct 29) at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav provided the latest update on Iyer’s injury status. Speaking to the media ahead of the series opener, SKY stated that Shreyas' condition is stable and he is continuing to recover, adding that there is no cause for concern. "He's recovering well, replying to us on phone that means he is doing absolutely fine. It is unfortunate what happened, but the doctors are taking care of him. He'll be monitored for the next few days, but nothing to be worried about," SKY said of Iyer’s injury status. Days after suffering this freak injury, the BCCI posted an official update on its social media handles, keeping everyone informed of what happened to Iyer and the latest update on his status. "Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on 25th October 2025. He was taken to the hospital for further evaluation," BCCI stated. "Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, in consultation with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his injury status. The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress," the statement further added. Meanwhile, Iyer’s return to the ODI side for the first time since March this year wasn’t as fruitful as he’d thought. Even though he scored a fifty (61) against Australia in the second ODI in Adelaide, stitching an 118-run stand for this wicket with Rohit Sharma, he got out cheaply in the series opener in Perth while playing no part in the final game. Considering the nature of his injury, which could further keep him hospitalised for around a week, Iyer remains doubtful for the home ODI series against South Africa starting at the end of last month.

<p>The latest report suggested that Iyer suffered internal bleeding due to an injury to his left rib cage area.</p>

Shreyas Iyer injury: Is he out of danger? India’s T20I captain SKY provides latest update

From Virat Kohli to Glenn Maxwell, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in India vs Australia T20Is. This list also includes Aaron Finch, Matthew Wade and Rohit Sharma

<p>From Virat Kohli to Glenn Maxwell, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in India vs Australia T20Is. This list also includes Aaron Finch, Matthew Wade and Rohit Sharma</p>

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in India vs Australia T20Is

<p>After hitting rock bottom in his yet-to-fully-evolve career, India batter Prithvi Shaw has started to turn things around - at least in domestic cricket. The batter, who is currently playing Ranji Trophy (domestic red-ball tournament), scored the third fastest double century in the tournament history on Monday (Oct 27). Shaw's blitz came while playing for Maharashtra, a change he made prior to ongoing season. The reason for change was finding himself out of Mumbai set-up across formats for multiple issues including discipline, fitness, and form.</p><h2>Shaw begins ascend after hitting rock bottom</h2><p>Shaw's double hundred came in 141 balls - only behind Hyderabad batter Tanmay Agarwal's 119 balls effort vs Arunachal Pradesh in 2024-25 and former India coach Ravi Shastri's 123 balls record vs Baroda in 1984-85 for Mumbai. This is the second time Shaw has gone past fifty in four innings after starting his Maharashtra stint with a duck in the first innings of the match against Kerala. Shaw had hit 75 in second innings against Kerala before scoring just eight runs in ongoing match.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-world-cup-2025-ex-india-skipper-mithali-raj-shares-how-india-can-beat-australia-in-semis-1761583773455">Women's World Cup 2025: Ex-India skipper Mithali Raj shares how India can beat Australia in semis</a></p><p>This is also Shaw's 14th Ranji Trophy ton and he has scored 4,631 runs in 59 First Class matches at an average of nearly 46 with a best of 379.</p><h2>How Shaw turned things around</h2><p>The batter, who last played for India in July 2021, gives credit to pre-season habits for the change in fortune. "I mean, these two-three months [before the season] I had my trainer [working with me]," he had said as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "He used to come personally to train me. And I've got a dietitian as well, and he gives me the meals [plan] and everything - like what a dietitian does. So, all this stuff in three-four months has really changed me physically and mentally as well. And, you know, it can be seen on the field."</p><p>While an imminent return to the Indian side is not in the picture, Shaw can soon find himself eyes of selectors if he continues the current form and fitness.</p>

This is the second time Shaw has gone past fifty in four innings after starting his Maharashtra stint with a duck in the first innings of the match against Kerala. Shaw had hit 75 in second innings against Kerala before scoring just eight runs in ongoing match.

After hitting rock bottom in his yet-to-fully-evolve career, India batter Prithvi Shaw has started to turn things around - at least in domestic cricket. The batter, who is currently playing Ranji Trophy (domestic red-ball tournament), scored the third fastest double century in the tournament history on Monday (Oct 27). Shaw's blitz came while playing for Maharashtra, a change he made prior to ongoing season. The reason for change was finding himself out of Mumbai set-up across formats for multiple issues including discipline, fitness, and form. Shaw begins ascend after hitting rock bottom Shaw's double hundred came in 141 balls - only behind Hyderabad batter Tanmay Agarwal's 119 balls effort vs Arunachal Pradesh in 2024-25 and former India coach Ravi Shastri's 123 balls record vs Baroda in 1984-85 for Mumbai. This is the second time Shaw has gone past fifty in four innings after starting his Maharashtra stint with a duck in the first innings of the match against Kerala. Shaw had hit 75 in second innings against Kerala before scoring just eight runs in ongoing match. Also Read - Women's World Cup 2025: Ex-India skipper Mithali Raj shares how India can beat Australia in semis This is also Shaw's 14th Ranji Trophy ton and he has scored 4,631 runs in 59 First Class matches at an average of nearly 46 with a best of 379. How Shaw turned things around The batter, who last played for India in July 2021, gives credit to pre-season habits for the change in fortune. "I mean, these two-three months [before the season] I had my trainer [working with me]," he had said as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "He used to come personally to train me. And I've got a dietitian as well, and he gives me the meals [plan] and everything - like what a dietitian does. So, all this stuff in three-four months has really changed me physically and mentally as well. And, you know, it can be seen on the field." While an imminent return to the Indian side is not in the picture, Shaw can soon find himself eyes of selectors if he continues the current form and fitness.

<p>This is the second time Shaw has gone past fifty in four innings after starting his Maharashtra stint with a duck in the first innings of the match against Kerala. Shaw had hit 75 in second innings against Kerala before scoring just eight runs in ongoing match.</p>

Prithivi Shaw, out of favour with BCCI, starts turning fortune around with third fastest double ton in Ranji Trophy

<p>India are set to play Australia Women's World Cup 2025 semi-final on Thursday (Oct 30) - the biggest hurdle for them if they are to play the final in the home World Cup. In the league stage match, Australia were clinical in a chase of 331 - showing the batting depth they have and giving India a lot to worry about before the knockout clash. As the two sides prepare for the do-or-die clash, former India skipper Mithali Raj says that India need to get early breakthroughs to put the defending champions under pressure as their middle order is little brittle.</p><h2>How can India beat Australia - Mithali Raj shares</h2><p>India "need to get early breakthroughs," said Raj in a conversation with ESPNCricinfo. "That's very important when you're playing Australia because they depend on the start Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield give. And if you go by the last couple of games, you know that Ellyse Perry is also not among the runs. The runs can be curtailed in the middle overs if you put pressure on them," she added.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-world-cup-2025-shafali-varma-replaces-injured-pratika-rawal-for-india-s-semis-clash-vs-australia-1761578857987">WWC 2025: Shafali replaces Rawal for semis clash vs Australia</a></p><p>Talking about what to look out for, Raj said: "If they get a partnership going, then that's trouble. You need to have bowlers who can break those partnerships."</p><h2>India vs Australia in Women's World Cup</h2><p>India and Australia have faced each other 15 times in the Women's World Cup with Australia winning 11 of those matches and India winning just three with one match being abandoned. The last time India won a match against Australia was in 2017 semi-final when Harmanpreet Kaur played the special innings of 171 not out.</p><p>In semi-final, India and Australia have faced each other twice and have won one game each. The two sides have faced off in three knockout matches altogether including the two semi-final. Australia hold 2-1 upper hand over India in Women's World Cup knockouts including winning the final in 2005 edition as well.</p>

India and Australia have faced each other 15 times in the Women's World Cup with Australia winning 11 of those matches and India winning just three with one match being abandoned. The last time India won a match against Australia was in 2017 semi-final.

India are set to play Australia Women's World Cup 2025 semi-final on Thursday (Oct 30) - the biggest hurdle for them if they are to play the final in the home World Cup. In the league stage match, Australia were clinical in a chase of 331 - showing the batting depth they have and giving India a lot to worry about before the knockout clash. As the two sides prepare for the do-or-die clash, former India skipper Mithali Raj says that India need to get early breakthroughs to put the defending champions under pressure as their middle order is little brittle. How can India beat Australia - Mithali Raj shares India "need to get early breakthroughs," said Raj in a conversation with ESPNCricinfo. "That's very important when you're playing Australia because they depend on the start Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield give. And if you go by the last couple of games, you know that Ellyse Perry is also not among the runs. The runs can be curtailed in the middle overs if you put pressure on them," she added. Also Read - WWC 2025: Shafali replaces Rawal for semis clash vs Australia Talking about what to look out for, Raj said: "If they get a partnership going, then that's trouble. You need to have bowlers who can break those partnerships." India vs Australia in Women's World Cup India and Australia have faced each other 15 times in the Women's World Cup with Australia winning 11 of those matches and India winning just three with one match being abandoned. The last time India won a match against Australia was in 2017 semi-final when Harmanpreet Kaur played the special innings of 171 not out. In semi-final, India and Australia have faced each other twice and have won one game each. The two sides have faced off in three knockout matches altogether including the two semi-final. Australia hold 2-1 upper hand over India in Women's World Cup knockouts including winning the final in 2005 edition as well.

<p>India and Australia have faced each other 15 times in the Women's World Cup with Australia winning 11 of those matches and India winning just three with one match being abandoned. The last time India won a match against Australia was in 2017 semi-final.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: Ex-India skipper Mithali Raj shares how India can beat Australia in semis

<p>India will take on Australia in the second semi-final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 on Thursday (Oct 30) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. However, weather could once again play a big role, as India’s last two matches at this venue were affected by the rain. The semi-final is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM IST, but the forecast suggests more than 50 per cent chance of rain later in the match day.&nbsp;</p><h2>What will happen if India vs Australia semi-final is washed out?</h2><p>If the semi-final between India and Australia on Thursday is washed out, then it will be played on the reserved day, which is on Friday (Oct 31). The ICC has a rule for knockout matches in 50-over tournaments that allows reserve days for semifinals and finals.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to section 13.6 of the ICC’s Playing Conditions, if a match cannot be completed on the scheduled day, then the match will resume from the same point on the reserve day. The officials will try their best to finish the match on the same day, even if the overs have to be reduced. For an official result in an ODI match, both teams must bat at least 20 overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-world-cup-2025-shafali-varma-replaces-injured-pratika-rawal-for-india-s-semis-clash-vs-australia-1761578857987"><strong>Women's World Cup 2025: Shafali Varma replaces injured Pratika Rawal for India's semis clash vs Australia</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Weather report</strong></h2><p>As per BBC Weather, rain is likely to increase after 3:00 PM IST on Thursday (Oct 30), with chances ranging between 40 per cent and 70 per cent during the match evening.</p><h2>What happens if rain stops play on both Thursday and the reserve day?</h2><p>If rain stops play on both Thursday and the reserve day, the team with the higher position in the league-stage will advance to the final. In that case, Australia will play the final, and India will be eliminated.</p>

India will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30, while England will take on South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29.

India will take on Australia in the second semi-final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 on Thursday (Oct 30) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. However, weather could once again play a big role, as India’s last two matches at this venue were affected by the rain. The semi-final is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM IST, but the forecast suggests more than 50 per cent chance of rain later in the match day. What will happen if India vs Australia semi-final is washed out? If the semi-final between India and Australia on Thursday is washed out, then it will be played on the reserved day, which is on Friday (Oct 31). The ICC has a rule for knockout matches in 50-over tournaments that allows reserve days for semifinals and finals. According to section 13.6 of the ICC’s Playing Conditions, if a match cannot be completed on the scheduled day, then the match will resume from the same point on the reserve day. The officials will try their best to finish the match on the same day, even if the overs have to be reduced. For an official result in an ODI match, both teams must bat at least 20 overs. Also Read - Women's World Cup 2025: Shafali Varma replaces injured Pratika Rawal for India's semis clash vs Australia Weather report As per BBC Weather, rain is likely to increase after 3:00 PM IST on Thursday (Oct 30), with chances ranging between 40 per cent and 70 per cent during the match evening. What happens if rain stops play on both Thursday and the reserve day? If rain stops play on both Thursday and the reserve day, the team with the higher position in the league-stage will advance to the final. In that case, Australia will play the final, and India will be eliminated.

<p>India will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30, while England will take on South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: What will happen if India vs Australia semi-final is washed out due to rain?

<p>Shafali Verma has been approved as the replacement for injured Pratika Rawal as India prepare for the semi-final against defending champions Australia in Women's World Cup 2025. Rawal sustained the injury during India's last league stage match against Bangladesh which eventually was abandoned by rain. Rawal's injury has been a setback for India as the batter played an important role in taking India to semis with 308 runs in six innings - the second most for India and overall in the tournament. She's only behind her opening partner Smriti Mandhana (365) for most runs in the tournament.</p><h2>Shafali gets a chance</h2><p>Shafali, who is known for her attacking style of play, will be playing in her first WODI since October 2024. The batter hasn't been much successful in 50-over cricket and was dropped after a series of low scores. In 29 matches played, she has scored only 644 runs at an average of 23 with four fifties and best of 71 not out. Her last fifty-plus score in WODIs was against Sri Lanka Women in 2022. While she has consistently gotten starts in the last five ODIs played, Shefali hasn't been able to even 35 in any innings with a best of just 33.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ahead-of-australia-t20is-gambhir-backs-india-s-aggressive-style-and-says-he-doesn-t-aim-to-be-the-most-successful-coach-1761576683047">Ahead of Australia T20Is, Gambhir backs India's aggressive style and says he doesn't 'aim to be the most successful coach'</a></p><h2>What it means for India?</h2><p>Australia have already beaten India in the league stage of the tournament. The defending champions had chased down record 331 that too comfortably to win the match. While India's batting surely clicked against Australia in the league stage, it is their bowling which is a bigger concern. Australia, on the other hand, were unbeaten in the league stage and surely are favorites to not only win the semis clash against India but the whole tournament. In case the match gets abandoned due to rain, Australia will be through to final on the basis of higher finish in the league stage.</p>

Shafali, who is known for her attacking style of play, will be playing in her first WODI since October 2024. The batter hasn't been much successful in 50-over cricket and was dropped after a series of low scores.

Shafali Verma has been approved as the replacement for injured Pratika Rawal as India prepare for the semi-final against defending champions Australia in Women's World Cup 2025. Rawal sustained the injury during India's last league stage match against Bangladesh which eventually was abandoned by rain. Rawal's injury has been a setback for India as the batter played an important role in taking India to semis with 308 runs in six innings - the second most for India and overall in the tournament. She's only behind her opening partner Smriti Mandhana (365) for most runs in the tournament. Shafali gets a chance Shafali, who is known for her attacking style of play, will be playing in her first WODI since October 2024. The batter hasn't been much successful in 50-over cricket and was dropped after a series of low scores. In 29 matches played, she has scored only 644 runs at an average of 23 with four fifties and best of 71 not out. Her last fifty-plus score in WODIs was against Sri Lanka Women in 2022. While she has consistently gotten starts in the last five ODIs played, Shefali hasn't been able to even 35 in any innings with a best of just 33. Also Read - Ahead of Australia T20Is, Gambhir backs India's aggressive style and says he doesn't 'aim to be the most successful coach' What it means for India? Australia have already beaten India in the league stage of the tournament. The defending champions had chased down record 331 that too comfortably to win the match. While India's batting surely clicked against Australia in the league stage, it is their bowling which is a bigger concern. Australia, on the other hand, were unbeaten in the league stage and surely are favorites to not only win the semis clash against India but the whole tournament. In case the match gets abandoned due to rain, Australia will be through to final on the basis of higher finish in the league stage.

<p>Shafali, who is known for her attacking style of play, will be playing in her first WODI since October 2024. The batter hasn't been much successful in 50-over cricket and was dropped after a series of low scores.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: Shafali Varma replaces injured Pratika Rawal for India's semis clash vs Australia

<p>India head coach Gautam Gambhir's aggressiveness during his playing days is well documented. He is now bringing the same mentality to the Indian team and doesn't mind losing a few games, especially in T20Is. Gambhir's comments came two days before the five-match series against Australia which begins October 29. Recently, India won the Asia Cup 2025 title under Gambhir as coach who had taken on the role over from Rahul Dravid post India's 2024 T20 World Cup title victory. Gambhir's real test as the coach would be the next year's T20 World Cup of which India's a co-host as well.</p><h2>Gambhir on India's T20I cricket style</h2><p>"We will not fear losing. I don’t aim to be the most successful coach; I want us to be the most fearless team," the Indian coach said during an interview on JioHotstar.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-team-needed-me-in-australia-veteran-india-batter-rahane-breaks-silence-on-test-snub-1761573431223">Team needed me in Australia,' India batter Rahane breaks silence on Test snub</a></p><p>"Surya and I consistently agree: we will never fear mistakes. The bigger the game, the more fearless and aggressive we must be. A conservative approach only gives the opposition an advantage. With the talent we have, if we play fearlessly, we will be fine,” Gambhir added.</p><h2>Surya's form a concern</h2><p>Suryakumar became the India skipper post the 2024 T20 World Cup and India has not lost a bilateral T20I series since. Surya's batting form, however, has been a cause of concern since he became the skipper. In 22 innings since becoming the captain, Surya has scored only 330 runs at an average of 18 against his career average of 37. His strike rate as the captain has also gone down to 142 compared to 164 before that.</p><p>As the leader of the side, Surya has scored a fifty only twice in last year and a half and the second of those two fifties came more than an year ago. in Asia Cup 2025, Surya's highest was 47 not out but he was able to score in double digits only once more in the tournament - 12 against Sri Lanka in the last Super Four stage match.</p>

Recently, India won the Asia Cup 2025 title under Gambhir as coach who had taken on the role over from Rahul Dravid post India's 2024 T20 World Cup title victory. Gambhir's real test as the coach would be the next year's T20 World Cup.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir's aggressiveness during his playing days is well documented. He is now bringing the same mentality to the Indian team and doesn't mind losing a few games, especially in T20Is. Gambhir's comments came two days before the five-match series against Australia which begins October 29. Recently, India won the Asia Cup 2025 title under Gambhir as coach who had taken on the role over from Rahul Dravid post India's 2024 T20 World Cup title victory. Gambhir's real test as the coach would be the next year's T20 World Cup of which India's a co-host as well. Gambhir on India's T20I cricket style "We will not fear losing. I don’t aim to be the most successful coach; I want us to be the most fearless team," the Indian coach said during an interview on JioHotstar. Also Read - Team needed me in Australia,' India batter Rahane breaks silence on Test snub "Surya and I consistently agree: we will never fear mistakes. The bigger the game, the more fearless and aggressive we must be. A conservative approach only gives the opposition an advantage. With the talent we have, if we play fearlessly, we will be fine,” Gambhir added. Surya's form a concern Suryakumar became the India skipper post the 2024 T20 World Cup and India has not lost a bilateral T20I series since. Surya's batting form, however, has been a cause of concern since he became the skipper. In 22 innings since becoming the captain, Surya has scored only 330 runs at an average of 18 against his career average of 37. His strike rate as the captain has also gone down to 142 compared to 164 before that. As the leader of the side, Surya has scored a fifty only twice in last year and a half and the second of those two fifties came more than an year ago. in Asia Cup 2025, Surya's highest was 47 not out but he was able to score in double digits only once more in the tournament - 12 against Sri Lanka in the last Super Four stage match.

<p>Recently, India won the Asia Cup 2025 title under Gambhir as coach who had taken on the role over from Rahul Dravid post India's 2024 T20 World Cup title victory. Gambhir's real test as the coach would be the next year's T20 World Cup.</p>

Ahead of Australia T20Is, Gambhir backs India's aggressive style and says he doesn't 'aim to be the most successful coach'

From Jasprit Bumrah to Adam Zampa, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in India vs Australia T20Is. This list also includes Axar Patel, Jason Behrendorff and Shane Watson

<p>From Jasprit Bumrah to Adam Zampa, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in India vs Australia T20Is. This list also includes Axar Patel, Jason Behrendorff and Shane Watson</p>

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in India vs Australia T20Is, check who tops the list

<p>Veteran India batter last played in international cricket nearly two years ago but feels like he should have gotten an extended run in the side after making a comeback in Test side in 2023. Rahane was recalled for World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2023 against Australia and was India's highest scorer in the lost Test. After that, he played only two Tests on the tour of West Indies and has been sidelined ever since. The 37-year-old is currently playing Ranji Trophy (domestic red-ball tournament) and is till hopeful of playing for India.</p><h2>Rahane breaks silence on Test snub by BCCI</h2><p>"It's not about the age. It's about the intent," the batter said on the sidelines of the match against Chhattisgarh. "I feel an experienced player like me should get more chances when he makes a comeback. But there was no communication," he added. There were calls of picking Rahane on the tour last Test tour of Australia where India lost -3 in the five-match series and Rahane feels he should have been in the team.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/karun-nair-says-he-deserve-to-be-there-after-being-dropped-post-england-test-tour-1761565867314">Karun Nair says he 'deserve to be there' after being dropped post England tour</a></p><p>"I personally feel that the Indian team needed me in Australia, and I was fully ready for it," acknowledged the batter. The return, however, seems improbable now with BCCI putting focus on building a new team under young skipper Shubman Gill.</p><h2>Rahane's number in Test cricket</h2><p>The batter has played 85 red-ball matches for India and scored 5,077 runs at an average of 38. He has 12 Test hundreds to his name with a best of 188. While his number are not overwhelming, he is one of the most technically correct batters India had in the middle-order. He also led a depleted side to Test series victory in 2020/21, showing exemplary leadership skills as well.</p>

The batter has played 85 red-ball matches for India and scored 5,077 runs at an average of 38. He has 12 Test hundreds to his name with a best of 188. While his number are not overwhelming, he is one of the most technically correct batters India had in the middle-order.

Veteran India batter last played in international cricket nearly two years ago but feels like he should have gotten an extended run in the side after making a comeback in Test side in 2023. Rahane was recalled for World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2023 against Australia and was India's highest scorer in the lost Test. After that, he played only two Tests on the tour of West Indies and has been sidelined ever since. The 37-year-old is currently playing Ranji Trophy (domestic red-ball tournament) and is till hopeful of playing for India. Rahane breaks silence on Test snub by BCCI "It's not about the age. It's about the intent," the batter said on the sidelines of the match against Chhattisgarh. "I feel an experienced player like me should get more chances when he makes a comeback. But there was no communication," he added. There were calls of picking Rahane on the tour last Test tour of Australia where India lost -3 in the five-match series and Rahane feels he should have been in the team. Also Read - Karun Nair says he 'deserve to be there' after being dropped post England tour "I personally feel that the Indian team needed me in Australia, and I was fully ready for it," acknowledged the batter. The return, however, seems improbable now with BCCI putting focus on building a new team under young skipper Shubman Gill. Rahane's number in Test cricket The batter has played 85 red-ball matches for India and scored 5,077 runs at an average of 38. He has 12 Test hundreds to his name with a best of 188. While his number are not overwhelming, he is one of the most technically correct batters India had in the middle-order. He also led a depleted side to Test series victory in 2020/21, showing exemplary leadership skills as well.

<p>The batter has played 85 red-ball matches for India and scored 5,077 runs at an average of 38. He has 12 Test hundreds to his name with a best of 188. While his number are not overwhelming, he is one of the most technically correct batters India had in the middle-order.</p>

'Team needed me in Australia,' veteran India batter Rahane breaks silence on Test snub

From Mitchell Starc to Rashid Khan, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs. This list also includes Saqlain Mushtaq, Mohammed Shami and Trent Boult

<p>From Mitchell Starc to Rashid Khan, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs. This list also includes Saqlain Mushtaq, Mohammed Shami and Trent Boult</p>

From Mitchell Starc to Rashid Khan, 5 bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs

From Steve Smith to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and VVS Laxman

<p>From Steve Smith to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and VVS Laxman</p>

5 batters with most runs in Border-Gavaskar Trophy, check who tops the list

<p>Karun Nair's journey in Test cricket has been nothing short of a drama which includes a dream debut, eight years in exile and then a comeback on the back of a stunning domestic season. The batter, however, finds himself out of the side again with chief selector Ajit Agarkar suggesting that they 'expected more out of him' when Nair played in England Test series after a gap of eight years. The batter scored 205 runs in right innings on the comeback England tour with only one fifty. He now finds himself out of favour with the BCCI.</p><h2>Nair opens up on being dropped</h2><p>"It's quite disappointing [being dropped], but I know that I deserve to be there after the last two years [in domestic cricket]," Nair told reporters in Shivamogga on the sidelines of the Ranji Trophy match against Goa. "People might have their opinions, but personally, my opinion is that I deserve a lot better."</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-shreyas-iyer-suffers-internal-bleeding-due-to-rib-cage-injury-being-monitored-in-sydney-hospital-bcci-1761553873092">Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury in final ODI: BCCI</a></p><p>"There's nothing much for me to say. I just keep telling myself that I deserve more than a series. That's all I can tell myself, and not let that go into my head," he added, while being optimistic about another potential return to the Indian side.</p><h2>How has Nair performed in ongoing Ranji Trophy</h2><p>After Nair found himself out of Indian side not only for the home Test series against West Indies but A sides which took on Australia A and also the A squad for the upcoming South Africa series. He has been focused on Ranji Trophy though, scoring 73 in the first match for Karnataka and performed a rescue act in the Goa match with 174. The selectors may have decided to overlook Nair but he keeps himself in the contention with domestic performance which were the reason he got a call back to the side after eight years.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

After Nair found himself out of Indian side not only for the home Test series against West Indies but A sides which took on Australia A and also the A squad for the upcoming South Africa series.

Karun Nair's journey in Test cricket has been nothing short of a drama which includes a dream debut, eight years in exile and then a comeback on the back of a stunning domestic season. The batter, however, finds himself out of the side again with chief selector Ajit Agarkar suggesting that they 'expected more out of him' when Nair played in England Test series after a gap of eight years. The batter scored 205 runs in right innings on the comeback England tour with only one fifty. He now finds himself out of favour with the BCCI. Nair opens up on being dropped "It's quite disappointing [being dropped], but I know that I deserve to be there after the last two years [in domestic cricket]," Nair told reporters in Shivamogga on the sidelines of the Ranji Trophy match against Goa. "People might have their opinions, but personally, my opinion is that I deserve a lot better." Also Read - Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury in final ODI: BCCI "There's nothing much for me to say. I just keep telling myself that I deserve more than a series. That's all I can tell myself, and not let that go into my head," he added, while being optimistic about another potential return to the Indian side. How has Nair performed in ongoing Ranji Trophy After Nair found himself out of Indian side not only for the home Test series against West Indies but A sides which took on Australia A and also the A squad for the upcoming South Africa series. He has been focused on Ranji Trophy though, scoring 73 in the first match for Karnataka and performed a rescue act in the Goa match with 174. The selectors may have decided to overlook Nair but he keeps himself in the contention with domestic performance which were the reason he got a call back to the side after eight years.

<p>After Nair found himself out of Indian side not only for the home Test series against West Indies but A sides which took on Australia A and also the A squad for the upcoming South Africa series.</p>

Karun Nair says he 'deserve to be there' after being dropped post England Test tour

<p>India have suffered a major setback ahead of their Women’s World Cup semi-final against Australia on Oct 30, as opener Pratika Rawal has been ruled out of the tournament due to an ankle injury. Rawal got injured during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Oct 26). The incident took place on the last ball of the 21st over of Bangladesh’s innings<a href=""><strong> </strong></a>when Sharmin Akter hit the ball towards the midwicket. Rawal ran in to stop the boundary and tried to slide near the ropes, but her right foot got stuck on the turf, causing her ankle to twist. She immediately fell to the ground in pain, and her teammates and officials rushed to check on her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-sophie-devine-receives-emotional-guard-of-honour-from-england-new-zealand-players-in-odi-farewell-1761483089457"><strong>WATCH - Sophie Devine receives emotional guard of honour from England, New Zealand players in ODI farewell</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The physio quickly attended to her and Rawal was soon taken off the field. Although a stretcher was brought in, but Rawal chose to walk off with assistance. After the match, Rawal underwent scans and was scheduled to consult an independent doctor for further evaluation. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 25-year-old has been an important performer for India in this tournament and currently the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 308 runs, just behind Smriti Mandhana who tops the list with 365 runs. Her solid performances at the top have been crucial in India’s journey to the semifinals. Losing her just before semis will be a major blow to India’s hopes of lifting their first-ever ODI World Cup.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/two-australian-cricketers-stalked-molested-in-indore-suspect-arrested-1761389441233"><strong>Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arreste</strong></a></p><h2>Richa Ghosh’s fitness update</h2><p>Meanwhile, Richa Ghosh’s fitness is also a concern for India ahead of their semi-final clash against Australia. The wicketkeeper-batter injured her finger during the New Zealand match and missed the Bangladesh match as a precaution. There is still no confirmation on whether she will recover in time for the big clash in Navi Mumbai on Thursday (Oct 30).</p>

Pratika Rawal suffered an ankle injury during the India-Bangladesh final league-stage match and has now been ruled out of the 2025 ODI World Cup.

India have suffered a major setback ahead of their Women’s World Cup semi-final against Australia on Oct 30, as opener Pratika Rawal has been ruled out of the tournament due to an ankle injury. Rawal got injured during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Oct 26). The incident took place on the last ball of the 21st over of Bangladesh’s innings when Sharmin Akter hit the ball towards the midwicket. Rawal ran in to stop the boundary and tried to slide near the ropes, but her right foot got stuck on the turf, causing her ankle to twist. She immediately fell to the ground in pain, and her teammates and officials rushed to check on her. Also Read - WATCH - Sophie Devine receives emotional guard of honour from England, New Zealand players in ODI farewell The physio quickly attended to her and Rawal was soon taken off the field. Although a stretcher was brought in, but Rawal chose to walk off with assistance. After the match, Rawal underwent scans and was scheduled to consult an independent doctor for further evaluation. The 25-year-old has been an important performer for India in this tournament and currently the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 308 runs, just behind Smriti Mandhana who tops the list with 365 runs. Her solid performances at the top have been crucial in India’s journey to the semifinals. Losing her just before semis will be a major blow to India’s hopes of lifting their first-ever ODI World Cup. Also Read - Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arreste Richa Ghosh’s fitness update Meanwhile, Richa Ghosh’s fitness is also a concern for India ahead of their semi-final clash against Australia. The wicketkeeper-batter injured her finger during the New Zealand match and missed the Bangladesh match as a precaution. There is still no confirmation on whether she will recover in time for the big clash in Navi Mumbai on Thursday (Oct 30).

<p>Pratika Rawal suffered an ankle injury during the India-Bangladesh final league-stage match and has now been ruled out of the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: Pratika Rawal ruled out of semis in major setback for India

<p>The 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) winners, South Africa, named a potent 15-man squad for their away tour of India starting December 14. Temba Bavuma, who led the side to their first ICC title in 27 years, has recovered from a calf strain he sustained in England in September and returns to captain his team in the two-match Test series. Having missed out on the ongoing away Pakistan tour, including the concluded two Tests and the forthcoming ODI series starting this week, Bavuma will captain the South Africa A team in a First-Class game in Bengaluru ahead of the series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bavuma’s return is one of the changes to the Test squad that drew the away series (1-1) in Pakistan; he comes back at the expense of batter David Bedingham, who did not play any part against Pakistan. The middle-order batter has played 15 Tests, scoring four fifties and a hundred; before his 82 against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, he went a dozen innings without a fifty.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-shreyas-iyer-suffers-internal-bleeding-due-to-rib-cage-injury-being-monitored-in-sydney-hospital-bcci-1761553873092"><strong>Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury; being monitored in Sydney hospital: BCCI</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>However, with several other youngsters among those performing, Bedingham’s place was under the scanner.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, South Africa retained their three specialist spinners, Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy, all of whom played and performed in Pakistan. Barring them, the off-spinner, Prenelan Subreyen, who played ahead of Maharaj in the first Test as the left-armer was recovering from a groin strain, has been dropped. In the pace bowling department, Kagiso Rabada, Corbin Bosch and Marco Jansen lead the attack, with no Lungi Ngidi, who also missed the Pakistan tour.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The two-match Test series begins at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on December 14, and the second game moves to the east in Guwahati, starting November 22. Before the Test series, the Proteas will play three ODIs and five T20Is.</p><h3>South Africa squad for India Tests -<br>&nbsp;</h3><p>Temba Bavuma (captain), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Dewald Brevis, Zubayr Hamza, Tony de Zorzi, Corbin Bosch, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer</p>

South Africa retained their three specialist spinners, Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy, all of whom played and performed in Pakistan. 

The 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) winners, South Africa, named a potent 15-man squad for their away tour of India starting December 14. Temba Bavuma, who led the side to their first ICC title in 27 years, has recovered from a calf strain he sustained in England in September and returns to captain his team in the two-match Test series. Having missed out on the ongoing away Pakistan tour, including the concluded two Tests and the forthcoming ODI series starting this week, Bavuma will captain the South Africa A team in a First-Class game in Bengaluru ahead of the series. Bavuma’s return is one of the changes to the Test squad that drew the away series (1-1) in Pakistan; he comes back at the expense of batter David Bedingham, who did not play any part against Pakistan. The middle-order batter has played 15 Tests, scoring four fifties and a hundred; before his 82 against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, he went a dozen innings without a fifty. Also read | Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury; being monitored in Sydney hospital: BCCI However, with several other youngsters among those performing, Bedingham’s place was under the scanner. Meanwhile, South Africa retained their three specialist spinners, Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy, all of whom played and performed in Pakistan. Barring them, the off-spinner, Prenelan Subreyen, who played ahead of Maharaj in the first Test as the left-armer was recovering from a groin strain, has been dropped. In the pace bowling department, Kagiso Rabada, Corbin Bosch and Marco Jansen lead the attack, with no Lungi Ngidi, who also missed the Pakistan tour. The two-match Test series begins at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on December 14, and the second game moves to the east in Guwahati, starting November 22. Before the Test series, the Proteas will play three ODIs and five T20Is. South Africa squad for India Tests - Temba Bavuma (captain), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Dewald Brevis, Zubayr Hamza, Tony de Zorzi, Corbin Bosch, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer

<p>South Africa retained their three specialist spinners, Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy, all of whom played and performed in Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

WTC champions South Africa announce squad for India Tests; has Bavuma returned? Check out team

<p>Indian batter Shreyas Iyer continues to be closely monitored by a BCCI-assigned doctor in a Sydney hospital after suffering a laceration injury to the spleen. Although Iyer was shifted to the ICU earlier, he has moved out of it now and is said to be recovering well. Days after he suffered a blow to his rib cage while attempting to take a catch during the final ODI against Australia in Sydney, the BCCI released an official statement on his injury status.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on October 25, 2025. He was taken to the hospital for further evaluation.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, in consultation with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his injury status. The Indian Team Doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress,” the BCCI statement read, released on Monday (Oct 27).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-2025-australia-add-tanveer-sangha-to-t20i-squad-for-india-series-as-adam-zampa-cover-1761541328325"><strong>Australia add Tanveer Sangha to T20I squad for India series as Zampa's cover</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>The latest reports have suggested that Iyer even suffered some internal bleeding from the impact while completing Alex Carey’s catch at the SCG. Iyer left the field immediately and was admitted to a nearby hospital in the city, with the Indian Team doctor, Dr Rizwan Khan, accompanying him throughout.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>A few of his local friends are said to be with him during his recovery, while one of his family members may also fly to Sydney from Mumbai once the visa formalities are completed. As of Monday, there is no confirmation about his discharge, but all concerned, including his family members, the BCCI, and the Indian Team management, insist that he stay at the Sydney hospital until he fully recovers. Iyer could take around five to seven days before being discharged.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Iyer, who, when he attains full fitness, shall be considered for selection for the home ODIs against South Africa next month on Nov 30, Dec 3 and 6.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, India’s T20I side has reached Canberra for the first T20I against Australia on Wednesday (Oct 29).</p>

Iyer suffered a blow to his left rib cage while attempting to complete a catch during the final ODI against Australia in Sydney. 

Indian batter Shreyas Iyer continues to be closely monitored by a BCCI-assigned doctor in a Sydney hospital after suffering a laceration injury to the spleen. Although Iyer was shifted to the ICU earlier, he has moved out of it now and is said to be recovering well. Days after he suffered a blow to his rib cage while attempting to take a catch during the final ODI against Australia in Sydney, the BCCI released an official statement on his injury status. "Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on October 25, 2025. He was taken to the hospital for further evaluation. "Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, in consultation with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his injury status. The Indian Team Doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress,” the BCCI statement read, released on Monday (Oct 27). Also read | Australia add Tanveer Sangha to T20I squad for India series as Zampa's cover The latest reports have suggested that Iyer even suffered some internal bleeding from the impact while completing Alex Carey’s catch at the SCG. Iyer left the field immediately and was admitted to a nearby hospital in the city, with the Indian Team doctor, Dr Rizwan Khan, accompanying him throughout. A few of his local friends are said to be with him during his recovery, while one of his family members may also fly to Sydney from Mumbai once the visa formalities are completed. As of Monday, there is no confirmation about his discharge, but all concerned, including his family members, the BCCI, and the Indian Team management, insist that he stay at the Sydney hospital until he fully recovers. Iyer could take around five to seven days before being discharged. Iyer, who, when he attains full fitness, shall be considered for selection for the home ODIs against South Africa next month on Nov 30, Dec 3 and 6. Meanwhile, India’s T20I side has reached Canberra for the first T20I against Australia on Wednesday (Oct 29).

<p>Iyer suffered a blow to his left rib cage while attempting to complete a catch during the final ODI against Australia in Sydney.&nbsp;</p>

Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury; being monitored in Sydney hospital: BCCI

<p>Cricket Australia has added leg spinner, Tanveer Sangha, to Australia’s T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against India starting Wednesday (Oct 29) in Canberra. In the absence of premier spinner Adam Zampa, who will miss the start of the series to be with his pregnant wife, Sangha shall be considered for selection. As Zampa’s wife, Harriet, is expecting her second child, Australia’s T20I highest wicket-taker will miss the beginning of this marquee series. Zampa also missed the first ODI in Perth due to travel distances involved before playing the second game in Adelaide, where he won the Player of the Match award.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sangha, 23, who represents Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League, has seven appearances for Australia but hasn’t featured since late 2023. On his debut against the Proteas, the right-arm leggie picked up four for 31.<br>Recently, he picked up seven wickets in the three One-Day matches for Australia A against India A, and currently leads the wickets tally in the One-Day Cup with 10 scalps in four games for New South Wales.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pat-cummins-ruled-out-of-ashes-opener-in-perth-hopeful-for-gabba-test-cricket-australia-1761537636692"><strong>Pat Cummins ruled out of Ashes opener; 'hopeful' for Gabba Test: Cricket Australia</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Should the conditions assist on the east coast, Sangha shall play alongside the left-arm orthodox Matthew Kuhnemann in the T20I series.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Australia will shuffle plenty of players for the five-match series for various reasons. While now recovered veteran all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and seamer Ben Dwarshuis return to the T20I side for the latter stage, fellow quicks Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott will both miss the back-end of the T20I series to honour Sheffield Shield commitments.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Hazlewood, who dazzled in the Adelaide ODI for bowling perhaps the best non-wicket-taking spell in recent One-Day history, shall play just the first two matches and Abbot, who continues to recover from the split webbing in his hand, will leave Australia’s squad after the third T20I.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, Mahli Beardman, the uncapped rookie seamer, is a surprise call to the side for the final three games, as the hosts work on finding the best squad ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.</p><h3>Australia T20I squad vs India -</h3><p>Mitchell Marsh (captain), Sean Abbott (first three matches only), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman (last three games only), Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis (final two matches only), Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood (first two matches only), Glenn Maxwell (last three ties only), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe (wk), Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis and Adam Zampa</p>

Zampa, who played the Adelaide ODI, picking up four wickets, shall miss the start of the T20I series to be with his pregnant wife.

Cricket Australia has added leg spinner, Tanveer Sangha, to Australia’s T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against India starting Wednesday (Oct 29) in Canberra. In the absence of premier spinner Adam Zampa, who will miss the start of the series to be with his pregnant wife, Sangha shall be considered for selection. As Zampa’s wife, Harriet, is expecting her second child, Australia’s T20I highest wicket-taker will miss the beginning of this marquee series. Zampa also missed the first ODI in Perth due to travel distances involved before playing the second game in Adelaide, where he won the Player of the Match award. Sangha, 23, who represents Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League, has seven appearances for Australia but hasn’t featured since late 2023. On his debut against the Proteas, the right-arm leggie picked up four for 31. Recently, he picked up seven wickets in the three One-Day matches for Australia A against India A, and currently leads the wickets tally in the One-Day Cup with 10 scalps in four games for New South Wales. Also read | Pat Cummins ruled out of Ashes opener; 'hopeful' for Gabba Test: Cricket Australia Should the conditions assist on the east coast, Sangha shall play alongside the left-arm orthodox Matthew Kuhnemann in the T20I series. Meanwhile, Australia will shuffle plenty of players for the five-match series for various reasons. While now recovered veteran all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and seamer Ben Dwarshuis return to the T20I side for the latter stage, fellow quicks Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott will both miss the back-end of the T20I series to honour Sheffield Shield commitments. Hazlewood, who dazzled in the Adelaide ODI for bowling perhaps the best non-wicket-taking spell in recent One-Day history, shall play just the first two matches and Abbot, who continues to recover from the split webbing in his hand, will leave Australia’s squad after the third T20I. On the other hand, Mahli Beardman, the uncapped rookie seamer, is a surprise call to the side for the final three games, as the hosts work on finding the best squad ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Australia T20I squad vs India - Mitchell Marsh (captain), Sean Abbott (first three matches only), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman (last three games only), Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis (final two matches only), Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood (first two matches only), Glenn Maxwell (last three ties only), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe (wk), Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis and Adam Zampa

<p>Zampa, who played the Adelaide ODI, picking up four wickets, shall miss the start of the T20I series to be with his pregnant wife.</p>

Australia add Tanveer Sangha to T20I squad for India series as Zampa's cover

<p>Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test against England in Perth next month, Cricket Australia said Monday in a statement. The governing body said "Cummins will not be fit in time" as he recovers from a lower back injury, and that veteran batter Steve Smith would lead the side in his absence. Australia are clinging to hope the pace spearhead will return later in the five-Test series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Cummins has resumed running and expects to return to bowling shortly," Cricket Australia said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 32-year-old has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Scott Boland looms as the likely replacement, joining fellow quicks Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cummins' race to prove his fitness has become a major storyline leading up to the first Test, starting in Perth on November 21.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I'm still doing a bit of gym and keeping things kicking over, but with this kind of injury, it's rest and then we'll build back and kind of work back from the Ashes," he said in September. "Still really hopeful to be able to be part of the Ashes. But it is a little bit of a wait and see."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cummins has suffered serious back issues several times over the years, including a flare-up in 2018 that kept him out of action for a full off-season.</p><h3>Woeful record</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Australia coach Andrew McDonald has said he may still pick Cummins at some point even if he was a "little bit underdone" with his rehabilitation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>England are bringing a pace-heavy attack for the series, spearheaded by Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Former fast bowler Stuart Broad stoked the bitter rivalry between the two sides earlier this month when he claimed Australia were fielding their weakest line-up in 15 years.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"It's probably the worst Australian team since 2010 when England last won (in Australia), and it's the best English team since 2010," Broad, now working as a pundit, told the BBC. "It's actually not an opinion, it's fact."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But the reality remains that England have an appalling record playing in Australia.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Australia retained the Ashes in England in 2023 after the series ended in a 2-2 draw.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They beat England 4-0 at home in 2021-22 when Cummins was the leading bowler with 21 wickets at an average of 18.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 2010-11 series, taken by the tourists 3-1, is the only Ashes in Australia since 2002-03 in which England have even won a Test.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.</i></p>

The 32-year-old Cummins has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.

Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test against England in Perth next month, Cricket Australia said Monday in a statement. The governing body said "Cummins will not be fit in time" as he recovers from a lower back injury, and that veteran batter Steve Smith would lead the side in his absence. Australia are clinging to hope the pace spearhead will return later in the five-Test series. "Cummins has resumed running and expects to return to bowling shortly," Cricket Australia said. The 32-year-old has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July. Scott Boland looms as the likely replacement, joining fellow quicks Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Cummins' race to prove his fitness has become a major storyline leading up to the first Test, starting in Perth on November 21. "I'm still doing a bit of gym and keeping things kicking over, but with this kind of injury, it's rest and then we'll build back and kind of work back from the Ashes," he said in September. "Still really hopeful to be able to be part of the Ashes. But it is a little bit of a wait and see." Cummins has suffered serious back issues several times over the years, including a flare-up in 2018 that kept him out of action for a full off-season. Woeful record Australia coach Andrew McDonald has said he may still pick Cummins at some point even if he was a "little bit underdone" with his rehabilitation. England are bringing a pace-heavy attack for the series, spearheaded by Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood. Former fast bowler Stuart Broad stoked the bitter rivalry between the two sides earlier this month when he claimed Australia were fielding their weakest line-up in 15 years. "It's probably the worst Australian team since 2010 when England last won (in Australia), and it's the best English team since 2010," Broad, now working as a pundit, told the BBC. "It's actually not an opinion, it's fact." But the reality remains that England have an appalling record playing in Australia. Australia retained the Ashes in England in 2023 after the series ended in a 2-2 draw. They beat England 4-0 at home in 2021-22 when Cummins was the leading bowler with 21 wickets at an average of 18. The 2010-11 series, taken by the tourists 3-1, is the only Ashes in Australia since 2002-03 in which England have even won a Test. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

<p>The 32-year-old Cummins has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.</p>

Pat Cummins ruled out of Ashes opener; 'hopeful' for Gabba Test: Cricket Australia

<p>India faced a major blow in their ongoing ODI World Cup 2025 campaign as star opener Pratika Rawal suffered a freak injury during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Oct 26). The incident took place on the last ball of the 21st over when Sharmin Akter hit the ball towards the midwicket. Rawal ran in to stop the boundary and tried to slide near the ropes, but her right foot got stuck on the turf, causing her ankle to twist. She immediately fell to the ground in pain, leaving teammates and officials concerned.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-world-cup-2025-india-bangladesh-end-league-stage-campaign-with-abandoned-match-updated-points-table-1761497953817"><strong>Women's World Cup 2025: India, Bangladesh end league stage campaign with abandoned match</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The physio quickly attended to her and Rawal was soon taken off the field. It is believed that the wet outfield may have caused the incident. Later, the BCCI released an update on her injury.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“#TeamIndia all-rounder Pratika Rawal sustained an injury to her knee and ankle while fielding in the 1st innings against Bangladesh. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring her progress," BCCI’s post read.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 UPDATE<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> all-rounder Pratika Rawal sustained an injury to her knee and ankle while fielding in the 1st innings against Bangladesh. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring her progress.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WomenInBlue?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WomenInBlue</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CWC25?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CWC25</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/JDocwJEF9A">pic.twitter.com/JDocwJEF9A</a></p>&mdash; BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCIWomen/status/1982476317460484568?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The 25-year-old has been an important performer for India in this tournament and currently the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 308 runs, just behind Smriti Mandhana who tops the list with 365 runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her solid performances at the top have been crucial in India’s journey to the semifinals. As the knockout stage approaches, India will be hoping for Rawal’s quick recovery.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-sophie-devine-receives-emotional-guard-of-honour-from-england-new-zealand-players-in-odi-farewell-1761483089457"><strong>WATCH - Sophie Devine receives emotional guard of honour from England, New Zealand players in ODI farewell</strong></a></p><h2>IND-W vs BAN-W, WWC 25</h2><p>The final league-stage match of the Women’s World Cup 2025 between India and Bangladesh was called off due to heavy rain. As a result, both teams shared one point each. India were 57/0 after 8.4 overs, with Smriti Mandhana and Amanjot Kaur at the crease when the rain returned.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With the match being abandoned, India finished fourth on the points table and will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30.</p>

India faced a major injury concern ahead of their semi-final against Australia, as star opener Pratika Rawal got injured during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh.

India faced a major blow in their ongoing ODI World Cup 2025 campaign as star opener Pratika Rawal suffered a freak injury during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Oct 26). The incident took place on the last ball of the 21st over when Sharmin Akter hit the ball towards the midwicket. Rawal ran in to stop the boundary and tried to slide near the ropes, but her right foot got stuck on the turf, causing her ankle to twist. She immediately fell to the ground in pain, leaving teammates and officials concerned. Also Read - Women's World Cup 2025: India, Bangladesh end league stage campaign with abandoned match The physio quickly attended to her and Rawal was soon taken off the field. It is believed that the wet outfield may have caused the incident. Later, the BCCI released an update on her injury. “#TeamIndia all-rounder Pratika Rawal sustained an injury to her knee and ankle while fielding in the 1st innings against Bangladesh. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring her progress," BCCI’s post read.

<p>India faced a major injury concern ahead of their semi-final against Australia, as star opener Pratika Rawal got injured during the final league-stage match against Bangladesh.</p>

IND-W vs BAN-W: Big blow to India as star batter Pratika Rawal suffers freak injury before semis

<p>The final league-stage match of the Women’s World Cup 2025 between India and Bangladesh was called off on Sunday (Oct 26) in Navi Mumbai due to heavy rain. As a result, both teams shared one point each. India were 57/0 after 8.4 overs, with Smriti Mandhana and Amanjot Kaur at the crease when the rain returned. According to the DLS method, India’s revised target was set at 126 runs from 27 overs. Earlier, Radha Yadav made a strong comeback to the national side, taking three important wickets and pulling off a brilliant run-out as India restricted Bangladesh to 119/9 in a rain-shortened 27-over match.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With the match being abandoned, India finished fourth on the points table and will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30. While, England will take on South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29. The winners of these matches will play in the final on Nov 2.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/which-country-has-won-the-most-icc-womens-odi-world-cups-check-full-list-australia-new-zealand-england-1761291793663"><strong>Which country has won the most ICC Women's ODI World Cups? Check full list</strong></a></p><h2>What happened in the match?</h2><p>After winning the toss, India Women chose to bowl first. In a rain-affected match, Bangladesh managed to score 119 runs in 27 overs (DLS method). Sharmin Akhter was the top scorer for Bangladesh with 36, while Sobhana Mostary (26) and Rubya Haider (13) were the other main contributors. For India, Radha Yadav shone with the ball, taking three important wickets for 30 runs. Shree Charani (2/23), Renuka Singh (1/23), Deepti Sharma (1/24) and Amanjot Kaur (1/18) also claimed wickets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/two-australian-cricketers-stalked-molested-in-indore-suspect-arrested-1761389441233"><strong>Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arrested</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Chasing 119 in 27 overs, India got off to a solid start, with opener Smriti Mandhana (34 not out) and Amanjot Kaur (15 not out) put on a 50-run partnership. India needed 62 more runs to win when rain returned and after 10-15 minutes, match officials called off the match. With the match being abandoned, both teams shared one point each.&nbsp;</p><h2>Updated Points Table, ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Team</strong></td><td><strong>M</strong></td><td><strong>W</strong></td><td><strong>L</strong></td><td><strong>NR</strong></td><td><strong>NRR</strong></td><td><strong>Points</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Australia Women(Q)</td><td>7</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>2.102</td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td>England Women (Q)</td><td>7</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>1.233</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td>South Africa Women (Q)</td><td>7</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>-0.379</td><td>10</td></tr><tr><td>India Women (Q)</td><td>7</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0.628</td><td>7</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka Women</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>-1.035</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>New Zealand Women</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>-0.876</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh Women</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>-0.578</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan Women</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>3</td><td>-2.651</td><td>3</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

With the match being abandoned, India finished fourth on the points table and will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30.

The final league-stage match of the Women’s World Cup 2025 between India and Bangladesh was called off on Sunday (Oct 26) in Navi Mumbai due to heavy rain. As a result, both teams shared one point each. India were 57/0 after 8.4 overs, with Smriti Mandhana and Amanjot Kaur at the crease when the rain returned. According to the DLS method, India’s revised target was set at 126 runs from 27 overs. Earlier, Radha Yadav made a strong comeback to the national side, taking three important wickets and pulling off a brilliant run-out as India restricted Bangladesh to 119/9 in a rain-shortened 27-over match. With the match being abandoned, India finished fourth on the points table and will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30. While, England will take on South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29. The winners of these matches will play in the final on Nov 2. Also Read - Which country has won the most ICC Women's ODI World Cups? Check full list What happened in the match? After winning the toss, India Women chose to bowl first. In a rain-affected match, Bangladesh managed to score 119 runs in 27 overs (DLS method). Sharmin Akhter was the top scorer for Bangladesh with 36, while Sobhana Mostary (26) and Rubya Haider (13) were the other main contributors. For India, Radha Yadav shone with the ball, taking three important wickets for 30 runs. Shree Charani (2/23), Renuka Singh (1/23), Deepti Sharma (1/24) and Amanjot Kaur (1/18) also claimed wickets. Also Read - Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arrested Chasing 119 in 27 overs, India got off to a solid start, with opener Smriti Mandhana (34 not out) and Amanjot Kaur (15 not out) put on a 50-run partnership. India needed 62 more runs to win when rain returned and after 10-15 minutes, match officials called off the match. With the match being abandoned, both teams shared one point each. Updated Points Table, ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025

<p>With the match being abandoned, India finished fourth on the points table and will face Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: India, Bangladesh end league stage campaign with abandoned match

From Mohammed Shami to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs. This list also includes Ajit Agarkar, Zaheer Khan and Anil Kumble

<p>From Mohammed Shami to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs. This list also includes Ajit Agarkar, Zaheer Khan and Anil Kumble</p>

From Mohammed Shami to Kuldeep Yadav, 5 Indian bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs

<p>Following England’s dominating win over New Zealand in their Women’s World Cup 2025 league-stage match in Visakhapatnam, both teams formed a guard of honour to celebrate Sophie Devine’s remarkable ODI career, which has now come to an end. The 36-year-old played her 159th and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, where she scored 23 runs off 35 balls and took one wicket. Devine had earlier announced that this World Cup would be her last ODI tournament, closing a career that spanned almost two decades.&nbsp;</p><h2>Watch the video below -</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">guard of honour for her 🩶<a href="https://t.co/HvD3fYxWhh">pic.twitter.com/HvD3fYxWhh</a></p>&mdash; KK won&#39;t give up (@Doodle_chess) <a href="https://twitter.com/Doodle_chess/status/1982404315085250782?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Since making her debut against Australia in 2006, she has scored over 4,000 runs with nine centuries and 18 fifties. With the ball, she has taken 111 wickets and her best bowling performance came in 2018 against the West Indies, where she picked up three for 24.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Furthermore, Devine is the only New Zealand player, and third overall, to achieve the double of 4,000+ runs and 100+ wickets in women’s ODIs. She also led New Zealand to their first-ever T20 World Cup title in the UAE.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-world-cup-2025-england-thrash-new-zealand-by-eight-wickets-to-finish-second-in-league-stage-set-to-face-sa-in-semis-updated-points-table-1761474951133"><strong>Women's World Cup 2025: England thrash New Zealand by eight wickets to finish second in league stage, set to face SA in semis</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a heartfelt gesture, the England team presented Devine with a special jersey as a token of respect. Devine also thanked England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and head coach Charlotte Edwards for their warm tribute.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking after the match, Devine said, “Not to make it about myself but we wanted to go out on a high, but that didn’t happen today. Credit to England. I actually didn’t cry as much as I thought I would”.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Good thing about announcing retirement so early meant that I had time to deal with those emotions. It wasn’t about the result today but just finish it off with my mates. I’m just so humbled that I have been able to do this for 19 years”, she added.&nbsp;</p>

The 36-year-old played her 159th and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, where she scored 23 runs off 35 balls and took one wicket.

Following England’s dominating win over New Zealand in their Women’s World Cup 2025 league-stage match in Visakhapatnam, both teams formed a guard of honour to celebrate Sophie Devine’s remarkable ODI career, which has now come to an end. The 36-year-old played her 159th and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, where she scored 23 runs off 35 balls and took one wicket. Devine had earlier announced that this World Cup would be her last ODI tournament, closing a career that spanned almost two decades. Watch the video below -

<p>The 36-year-old played her 159th and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, where she scored 23 runs off 35 balls and took one wicket.</p>

WATCH - Sophie Devine receives emotional guard of honour from England, New Zealand players in ODI farewell

<p>England dominated New Zealand in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, securing an easy eight-wicket win on Sunday (Oct 26) in Visakhapatnam. Chasing 168 runs in 50 overs, England opener Amy Jones scored a brilliant 86 not out, while Tammy Beaumont (40) and Heather Knight (33) made important contributions to guide their team to victory. With this win, England moved to second place on the points table and will now face South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29, while India will take on Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30. The winners of these matches will meet in the final on Nov 2.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/which-country-has-won-the-most-icc-womens-odi-world-cups-check-full-list-australia-new-zealand-england-1761291793663"><strong>Which country has won the most ICC Women's ODI World Cups? Check full list</strong></a></p><h2>What happened in the match?</h2><p>After winning the toss, New Zealand Women opted to bat first. Their batting collapsed, and the team was eventually all out for just 168 runs. Georgia Plimmer (43), Amelia Kerr (35), and captain Sophie Devine (23) were the main scorers for the team. For England, Linsey Smith shone with the ball, taking three important wickets for 30 runs. Nat Sciver-Brunt (2/31) and Alice Capsey (2/34) also claimed two wickets each.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/two-australian-cricketers-stalked-molested-in-indore-suspect-arrested-1761389441233"><strong>Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arrested</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Chasing a modest target of 168, England’s Amy Jones (86 not out) hit a brilliant half-century to lead her team to victory. Tammy Beaumont (40) and Heather Knight (33) also made key contributions. For New Zealand, captain Sophie Devine (1/20) and Lea Tahuhu (1/9) took one wicket each.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With this win, England moved to second place on the points table and will now face South Africa in the first semi-final at Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Oct 29.&nbsp;</p><h2>Updated Points Table, ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Team</strong></td><td><strong>M</strong></td><td><strong>W</strong></td><td><strong>L</strong></td><td><strong>NR</strong></td><td><strong>NRR</strong></td><td><strong>Points</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Australia Women(Q)</td><td>7</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>2.102</td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td>England Women (Q)</td><td>7</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>1.233</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td>South Africa Women (Q)</td><td>7</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>-0.379</td><td>10</td></tr><tr><td>India Women (Q)</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0.628</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka Women</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>-1.035</td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>New Zealand Women</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>-0.876</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan Women</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>3</td><td>-2.651</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh Women</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>-0.578</td><td>2</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

England will now face South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29, while India will take on Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30.

England dominated New Zealand in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, securing an easy eight-wicket win on Sunday (Oct 26) in Visakhapatnam. Chasing 168 runs in 50 overs, England opener Amy Jones scored a brilliant 86 not out, while Tammy Beaumont (40) and Heather Knight (33) made important contributions to guide their team to victory. With this win, England moved to second place on the points table and will now face South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29, while India will take on Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30. The winners of these matches will meet in the final on Nov 2. Also Read - Which country has won the most ICC Women's ODI World Cups? Check full list What happened in the match? After winning the toss, New Zealand Women opted to bat first. Their batting collapsed, and the team was eventually all out for just 168 runs. Georgia Plimmer (43), Amelia Kerr (35), and captain Sophie Devine (23) were the main scorers for the team. For England, Linsey Smith shone with the ball, taking three important wickets for 30 runs. Nat Sciver-Brunt (2/31) and Alice Capsey (2/34) also claimed two wickets each. Also Read - Two Australian cricketers stalked, molested in Indore, suspect arrested Chasing a modest target of 168, England’s Amy Jones (86 not out) hit a brilliant half-century to lead her team to victory. Tammy Beaumont (40) and Heather Knight (33) also made key contributions. For New Zealand, captain Sophie Devine (1/20) and Lea Tahuhu (1/9) took one wicket each. With this win, England moved to second place on the points table and will now face South Africa in the first semi-final at Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Oct 29. Updated Points Table, ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025

<p>England will now face South Africa in the first semi-final on Oct 29, while India will take on Australia in the second semi-final on Oct 30.</p>

Women's World Cup 2025: England thrash New Zealand by eight wickets to finish second in league stage, set to face SA in semis

<p>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have reportedly appointed former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as their new head coach for the upcoming IPL season. As per reports, the franchise informed him of the decision last week and an official announcement is expected soon. Nayar first joined KKR in 2018 as the head of the KKR Academy in Mumbai, where he trained several young players and built strong ties with star players like Rinku Singh and Varun Chakaravarthy, who still praise him for his mentorship.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The former Mumbai all-rounder later became KKR’s batting coach and was part of Chandrakant Pandit’s support staff that helped the team to win the IPL 2024 title, their third trophy. However, the franchise parted ways with Chandrakant Pandit after a disappointing 2025 campaign.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ipl-2026-former-india-all-rounder-sairaj-bahutule-joins-punjab-kings-as-spin-bowling-coach-1761216115969"><strong> IPL 2026: Former India all-rounder Sairaj Bahutule joins Punjab Kings as spin bowling coach</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When Gautam Gambhir was appointed India’s head coach, he also brought Nayar and fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate with him as assistant coaches. However, Nayar was removed from the national supports staff earlier this year after India’s poor performance in the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sitanshu Kotak has replaced him as India’s new batting coach.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Although Nayar doesn’t have major achievements as a coach yet, but he has worked closely with top players like Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Dinesh Karthik, all of them credited him for helping them to overcome the tough phases in their careers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-auction-expected-to-be-held-in-december-check-dates-players-retention-deadline-and-more-details-1760098858946"><strong> IPL 2026 auction expected to be held in December - Check dates, players, retention deadline and more details</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Indian Express on Sunday (Oct 26) confirmed the news of his promotion within the team setup. Now, it will be interesting to see how he handles the greater responsibility of leading KKR as head coach. Earlier this year, he was also appointed as the head coach of the Women's Premier League team UP Warriorz, so it’s unclear if he will continue in that role.&nbsp;</p>

KKR’s decision to appoint Nayar comes right before the IPL 2026 auction, which is expected to take place between late November and early December this year.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have reportedly appointed former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar as their new head coach for the upcoming IPL season. As per reports, the franchise informed him of the decision last week and an official announcement is expected soon. Nayar first joined KKR in 2018 as the head of the KKR Academy in Mumbai, where he trained several young players and built strong ties with star players like Rinku Singh and Varun Chakaravarthy, who still praise him for his mentorship. The former Mumbai all-rounder later became KKR’s batting coach and was part of Chandrakant Pandit’s support staff that helped the team to win the IPL 2024 title, their third trophy. However, the franchise parted ways with Chandrakant Pandit after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Also Read - IPL 2026: Former India all-rounder Sairaj Bahutule joins Punjab Kings as spin bowling coach When Gautam Gambhir was appointed India’s head coach, he also brought Nayar and fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate with him as assistant coaches. However, Nayar was removed from the national supports staff earlier this year after India’s poor performance in the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sitanshu Kotak has replaced him as India’s new batting coach. Although Nayar doesn’t have major achievements as a coach yet, but he has worked closely with top players like Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Dinesh Karthik, all of them credited him for helping them to overcome the tough phases in their careers. Also Read - IPL 2026 auction expected to be held in December - Check dates, players, retention deadline and more details The Indian Express on Sunday (Oct 26) confirmed the news of his promotion within the team setup. Now, it will be interesting to see how he handles the greater responsibility of leading KKR as head coach. Earlier this year, he was also appointed as the head coach of the Women's Premier League team UP Warriorz, so it’s unclear if he will continue in that role.

<p>KKR’s decision to appoint Nayar comes right before the IPL 2026 auction, which is expected to take place between late November and early December this year</p>

IPL 2026: Former India all-rounder Abhishek Nayar set to become KKR head coach: Report

<p>India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma made their return to international cricket earlier this month against Australia but failed miserably. Now, ex-New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson also bagged a duck on his international return in the ODI against England on Sunday (Oct 26). Williamson, like Kohli and Rohit, had last played in Champions Trophy 2025. And just like like Kohli, Williamson scored a duck. Rohit, however, gotten eight runs in his match back in India colours. All three players were part of Champions Trophy 2025 final which India had won against New Zealand.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-retirement-childhood-coach-says-batter-is-preparing-1761460689136">'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach puts batter's retirement plans into perspective</a></p><h2>Williamson bags duck on international cricket return</h2><p>Chasing a modest 224, New Zealand were already a wicket down in Mount Maunganui during the first of three-ODI series against England. Williamson got served up a bouncy ball outside off which shaped away from him after being pitched on off stump at good length and the former Kiwi skipper couldn't help but nick it behind for the keeper to catch. Have a look at the wicket below:</p>

<blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQQ_Oe3jHXM/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQQ_Oe3jHXM/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;" target="_blank"> <div style=" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div></div></div><div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;"><svg width="50px" height="50px" viewBox="0 0 60 60" version="1.1" xmlns="https://www.w3.org/2000/svg" xmlns:xlink="https://www.w3.org/1999/xlink"><g stroke="none" stroke-width="1" fill="none" fill-rule="evenodd"><g transform="translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)" fill="#000000"><g><path d="M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631"></path></g></g></g></svg></div><div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style=" color:#3897f0; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;">View this post on Instagram</div></div><div style="padding: 12.5% 0;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;"><div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);"></div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);"></div></div><div style="margin-left: 8px;"> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;"></div> <div style=" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)"></div></div><div style="margin-left: auto;"> <div style=" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);"></div> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);"></div> <div style=" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);"></div></div></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;"> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;"></div> <div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;"></div></div></a><p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQQ_Oe3jHXM/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;" target="_blank">A post shared by TNT Sports (@tntsports)</a></p></div></blockquote>
<script async src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>

<p>This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck also came against Australia in a T20I in 2021. In ODIs, he was out on a duck last time in 2016, that too ironically against Australia.</p><h2>Kohli vs Williamson in international cricket</h2><p>Kohli is way higher than Williamson when it comes to 50-over cricket. The Indian batter has 14,255 runs - only the second highest in history - while Williamson has 7,235 runs. Kohli also has 51 ODI tons - the most in history - while Williamson has 15.</p><p>When it comes to Test cricket, Williamson is slightly better with 9,276 runs in comparison to Kohli's 9,230 runs. Williamson also has 33 Test tons while Kohli scored 30 before announcing his retirement earlier this year. Williamson (21) also has 19 ducks fewer than Kohli's 40 ducks in international cricket across format.</p>

This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck came against Australia in a T20I in 2021.

India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma made their return to international cricket earlier this month against Australia but failed miserably. Now, ex-New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson also bagged a duck on his international return in the ODI against England on Sunday (Oct 26). Williamson, like Kohli and Rohit, had last played in Champions Trophy 2025. And just like like Kohli, Williamson scored a duck. Rohit, however, gotten eight runs in his match back in India colours. All three players were part of Champions Trophy 2025 final which India had won against New Zealand. Also Read - 'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach puts batter's retirement plans into perspective Williamson bags duck on international cricket return Chasing a modest 224, New Zealand were already a wicket down in Mount Maunganui during the first of three-ODI series against England. Williamson got served up a bouncy ball outside off which shaped away from him after being pitched on off stump at good length and the former Kiwi skipper couldn't help but nick it behind for the keeper to catch. Have a look at the wicket below:

<p>This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck came against Australia in a T20I in 2021.</p>

Peas in a pod: Williamson, often regarded as great as Kohli, also bags duck on international return - WATCH

<p>After the failure in the first ODI against Australia, the calls for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire grew louder. The duo, however, finished the series in some style with 168-run unbeaten partnership in Sydney even though India lost the three-match series 1-2. Rohit, especially, was on song after he scored just eight runs in the 1st match in Perth. The Hitman scored a fifty in Adelaide before capping the series with an unbeaten hundred. His coach Dinesh Lad now has put the retirement calls in perspective after Rohit's Player of the Series performance in Australia.</p><h2>Rohit's coach predicts time of retirement</h2><p>"There were talks that he was not performing, that he should stop playing cricket, but he played two good innings in the last two matches, 75 (73) first and now 120 (121*), and has shown he is still a top player who’ll still contribute to the country… The only secret is his self-confidence. That’s why he hasn’t retired. He wants to play the 2027 World Cup and only retire after that, and he’s preparing for that," said Rohit's childhood coach Lad while talking to PTI Videos after the last match in Sydney on Saturday (Oct 25).</p><h2>When will Rohit and Kohli play next for India?</h2><p>India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30 after the two-Test series starting November 14 in Kolkata. After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand.</p>

Rohit, especially, was on song after he scored just eight runs in the 1st match in Perth. The Hitman scored a fifty in Adelaide before capping the series with an unbeaten hundred.

After the failure in the first ODI against Australia, the calls for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire grew louder. The duo, however, finished the series in some style with 168-run unbeaten partnership in Sydney even though India lost the three-match series 1-2. Rohit, especially, was on song after he scored just eight runs in the 1st match in Perth. The Hitman scored a fifty in Adelaide before capping the series with an unbeaten hundred. His coach Dinesh Lad now has put the retirement calls in perspective after Rohit's Player of the Series performance in Australia. Rohit's coach predicts time of retirement "There were talks that he was not performing, that he should stop playing cricket, but he played two good innings in the last two matches, 75 (73) first and now 120 (121*), and has shown he is still a top player who’ll still contribute to the country… The only secret is his self-confidence. That’s why he hasn’t retired. He wants to play the 2027 World Cup and only retire after that, and he’s preparing for that," said Rohit's childhood coach Lad while talking to PTI Videos after the last match in Sydney on Saturday (Oct 25). When will Rohit and Kohli play next for India? India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30 after the two-Test series starting November 14 in Kolkata. After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand.

<p>Rohit, especially, was on song after he scored just eight runs in the 1st match in Perth. The Hitman scored a fifty in Adelaide before capping the series with an unbeaten hundred.</p>

'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach puts batter's retirement plans into perspective

<p>The ODI leg of India's white-ball tour is over which means Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be flying back to home. The duo only play in ODIs for India after retiring from T20Is last year and Tests earlier this year. Both of them came good in the final match of the three-ODI series but India lost 2-1. Rohit scored a fifty and a hundred after failing in the first match and was named Player of the Series as well. Kohli, on the other hand, scored two back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten fifty in the final match. But the question is, when do they play next?</p><h2>When do Virat and Rohit play next for India?</h2><p>India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. South Africa, who recently played a Test series in Pakistan, are set to tour India for a full tour of two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is which begins with the Test series from November 14 in Kolkata.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-odi-vice-captain-shreyas-iyer-suffers-rib-cage-injury-doubtful-for-south-africa-series-1761415690455">Shreyas Iyer suffers rib cage injury, doubtful for South Africa series</a></p><p>After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand.</p><h2>Will Rohit and Kohli play domestic cricket?</h2><p>India ODI and Test skipper Shubman Gill has made it clear that there has been no discussion with the senior duo about playing in the domestic 50-over tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy. While playing in the tournament can surely help Virat and Rohit keep the rust off which was visible in first ODI in Australia, the decision on the same might be taken after South Africa ODI series.</p>

India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January.

The ODI leg of India's white-ball tour is over which means Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be flying back to home. The duo only play in ODIs for India after retiring from T20Is last year and Tests earlier this year. Both of them came good in the final match of the three-ODI series but India lost 2-1. Rohit scored a fifty and a hundred after failing in the first match and was named Player of the Series as well. Kohli, on the other hand, scored two back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten fifty in the final match. But the question is, when do they play next? When do Virat and Rohit play next for India? India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. South Africa, who recently played a Test series in Pakistan, are set to tour India for a full tour of two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is which begins with the Test series from November 14 in Kolkata. Also Read - Shreyas Iyer suffers rib cage injury, doubtful for South Africa series After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand. Will Rohit and Kohli play domestic cricket? India ODI and Test skipper Shubman Gill has made it clear that there has been no discussion with the senior duo about playing in the domestic 50-over tournament Vijay Hazare Trophy. While playing in the tournament can surely help Virat and Rohit keep the rust off which was visible in first ODI in Australia, the decision on the same might be taken after South Africa ODI series.

<p>India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January.</p>

With Australia ODIs done, when will Virat and Rohit play next for India?

cricket

Cricket, News on Cricket, stories on Cricket, articles on Cricket, Cricket stories at Wion, Cricket news, Cricket latest news

cricket

Shreyas Iyer injury: Is he out of danger? India’s T20I captain SKY provides latest update

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in India vs Australia T20Is

Out of favour Shaw starts turnaround with third fastest Ranji Trophy double ton

WWC 2025: Ex-India skipper Mithali shares how India can beat Australia in semis

WWC 25: What will happen if IND vs AUS semi-final is washed out due to rain?

WWC 2025: Shafali replaces Rawal for semis clash vs Australia

India coach Gambhir 'doesn't 'aim to be the most successful'

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in India vs Australia T20Is

'Team needed me in Australia,' India batter Rahane breaks silence on Test snub

From Mitchell Starc to Rashid Khan, 5 bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs

5 batters with most runs in Border-Gavaskar Trophy, check who tops the list

Karun Nair says he 'deserve to be there' after being dropped post England tour

WWC 25: Pratika Rawal ruled out of semis in major setback for India

WTC champions South Africa announce squad for India Tests; has Bavuma returned? Check out team

Shreyas Iyer suffers internal bleeding due to rib cage injury in final ODI: BCCI

Australia add Tanveer Sangha to T20I squad for India series as Zampa's cover

Cummins ruled out of Ashes opener; 'hopeful' for Gabba Test: Cricket Australia

Big blow to India as star batter Pratika Rawal suffers freak injury before semis

WWC 25: India, Bangladesh end league stage campaign with abandoned match

5 Indian bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in ODIs

WATCH - Sophie Devine receives guard of honour from players in ODI farewell

WWC 25: England thrash NZ by eight wickets to finish second in league stage

IPL 2026: Former India all-rounder Abhishek Nayar set to become KKR head coach

WATCH | Williamson, just like Kohli, also bags duck on international return

'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach on batter's retirement plans

With Australia ODIs done, when will Virat and Rohit play next for India?