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Steve Smith targets gold at the LA28 Olympics while remaining uncertain about playing the 2027 Ashes in England as he takes his Test career series by series.

Australian Test veteran Steve Smith addressed his international future, saying that although he remains unsure about travelling to England for the 2027 Ashes, he wishes to represent his team at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028. As cricket returns to the Summer Games for the first time in 128 years, Smith, who would be 39 by that time, admitted winning an Olympic gold for Australia is one of his definite aims. Having retired from ODIs following the Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the UAE last year, Smith remains an active T20I and Test player. Also read| Sent home midway from UK tour, Pakistan's Salman Agha hits 300* in domestic return “Right now probably it’s just the Olympics to try to be a part of that,” Smith said in a chat with The Telegraph. “One of the reasons why I wanted to play with Amsterdam here was just to continue playing as much T20 cricket as I can. “I was keen immediately to come and play in a new market and, hopefully, share some experiences with the local players and associate players: share a dressing room with them and try to impart some of my knowledge on to them. It’s been really good,” he continued. Representing Amsterdam Flames in the inaugural edition of the European T20 Premier League, Smith is keeping his T20 ambitions alive, with LA28 being the final destination. Surprisingly, a dominant Test batter and perhaps the best among the Fab Four, Smith will take his Test career one series at a time. Having played 125 Tests, scoring 37 hundreds averaging 54, Smith is yet to win an Ashes in England, with the 2027 away series offering the best and the last chance. “I don’t even know if I’ll be there yet,” Smith said. “I’m kind of a series-by-series proposition, as I’ve been for a while, and that’s still a fair way away for me right now. So, yeah, I’d love to win one there or to have won one there, but you wait and see if that comes to fruition.” Smith, who continues to prioritise shortest-format cricket, admitted he wants to play more T20s before hanging up his boots entirely. “I still like to think I could play T20 cricket for a while,” he said. “What’s next for me when I finish? I’m not sure, but yeah, hopefully a bit more time left playing. “I’ve achieved a lot in the game. It’s been a great ride for the last 15 years or thereabouts. I’ve had a lot of fun. I’m still enjoying it, so I don’t have an end date; we’ll wait and see. But it’s been a good ride.”

Steve Smith targets gold at the LA28 Olympics while remaining uncertain about playing the 2027 Ashes in England as he takes his Test career series by series.

‘Eyes on LA28; unsure about Ashes 2027’: Steve Smith on his international cricket future

In a massive blow to India, ace spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20I series against Afghanistan with a side strain, a BCCI source close to the information confirmed. Varun, 35, played the series opener at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13), which India won by seven wickets. The former top-ranked T20I bowler returned with figures of 1/16 in his four overs, having not conceded any boundaries.&nbsp;"Yes, Varun has been ruled out. He is out of the series. It is a fresh injury," a BCCI source confirmed to The Times of India (TOI).&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-afg-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1789382130416">IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;Varun last featured during India’s away tour of the UK in July this year. Part of the T20I squad, Varun played the first three matches before a hamstring injury ruled him out of the remainder of the tour. Varun missed all T20 action after that before being declared fit for the three-match series against Afghanistan.&nbsp;Earlier, Varun also reflected on his hamstring injury, saying, "This is actually my first-ever muscle injury. So all of my injuries have been impact injuries and other accidents that have happened on the field.”&nbsp;Moreover, his injury came at a time when the Indian men’s team competition at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, is scheduled to start in the next two weeks. Part of the squad for the tournament, Varun’s fresh injury puts his participation at the Asian Games in limbo, as he returns to BCCI's Centre of Excellence for recovery.&nbsp;Although the BCCI hasn’t named his replacement yet, Ravi Bishnoi is already part of the T20I squad for the Afghanistan series and the 2026 Asian Games.&nbsp;India and Afghanistan will face off in the second T20I at the same venue on Tuesday (Sep 15) and the final one two days later on Thursday (Sep 17).&nbsp;The Indian men’s T20I team will depart for the Asian Games after this series, where they will defend their gold medal against other cricketing giants, including Pakistan.

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the remaining T20Is against Afghanistan due to a fresh injury, casting doubt on his 2026 Asian Games participation.

In a massive blow to India, ace spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20I series against Afghanistan with a side strain, a BCCI source close to the information confirmed. Varun, 35, played the series opener at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13), which India won by seven wickets. The former top-ranked T20I bowler returned with figures of 1/16 in his four overs, having not conceded any boundaries. "Yes, Varun has been ruled out. He is out of the series. It is a fresh injury," a BCCI source confirmed to The Times of India (TOI). Also read| IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Varun last featured during India’s away tour of the UK in July this year. Part of the T20I squad, Varun played the first three matches before a hamstring injury ruled him out of the remainder of the tour. Varun missed all T20 action after that before being declared fit for the three-match series against Afghanistan. Earlier, Varun also reflected on his hamstring injury, saying, "This is actually my first-ever muscle injury. So all of my injuries have been impact injuries and other accidents that have happened on the field.” Moreover, his injury came at a time when the Indian men’s team competition at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, is scheduled to start in the next two weeks. Part of the squad for the tournament, Varun’s fresh injury puts his participation at the Asian Games in limbo, as he returns to BCCI's Centre of Excellence for recovery. Although the BCCI hasn’t named his replacement yet, Ravi Bishnoi is already part of the T20I squad for the Afghanistan series and the 2026 Asian Games. India and Afghanistan will face off in the second T20I at the same venue on Tuesday (Sep 15) and the final one two days later on Thursday (Sep 17). The Indian men’s T20I team will depart for the Asian Games after this series, where they will defend their gold medal against other cricketing giants, including Pakistan.

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been ruled out of the remaining T20Is against Afghanistan due to a fresh injury, casting doubt on his 2026 Asian Games participation.

Varun Chakravarthy suffers fresh injury setback, ruled out of remaining Afghanistan T20Is

A fortnight after the PCB sent Salman Ali Agha, along with six other players and the two coaches, home midway through the UK tour in the name of a ‘Test shake-up’, the Pakistan white-ball captain responded with his maiden triple hundred in domestic cricket. Playing for Kingsmen Academy against Markhor IT Solutions at the Abbottabad Cricket Stadium in the first round of the President's Trophy, Salman smashed his highest first-class score of an unbeaten 300 off 336 balls, surpassing his previous best of 169. Although his returns in the whites for Pakistan in his last two away tours were below par, Salman credited ‘adjustments’ he made to his game for his monstrous score.&nbsp;"My form in international cricket has not been up to the mark in the last few series. You make adjustments which can be very helpful [in regaining the form]. I also made slight adjustments to my batting, which has helped me a lot … I am very happy because such milestones are once in a lifetime,” Agha said in a video released by the PCB.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-docked-11-wtc-points-england-edgbaston-test-1789383808469">WTC Blow: Pakistan fined 50% and docked 11 points for Edgbaston Test over-rate</a>&nbsp;Agha struggled for runs in Tests in the West Indies and England, accumulating only 45 runs across his last five innings before being sent home in a shock PCB move. While Salman Agha stood as the interim captain for the series opener in Leeds in Babar Azam’s absence, the selection committee dropped Agha for Babar in the second Test at Lord’s, after which the drama began. From being benched in the second Test to finding himself out of the squad for the third and final Test in Birmingham, Agha endured a topsy-turvy time during this period.&nbsp;After conceding the three-match Test series in England, with the Edgbaston defeat being their 16th loss in their last 21 matches, Pakistan find themselves at the bottom of the WTC standings. Such results have forced harsh calls from all quarters, including PCB selectors, who want all first-team players across formats to feature regularly in Pakistan’s domestic first-class cricket.&nbsp;As a centrally-contracted PCB player, Salman Agha belongs to the A/B category (Test and ODI specialists), and is bound to play at least six and four domestic first-class matches each year. Agha had played only three first-class matches in the last three years, but reflects on the importance of playing regular domestic cricket.&nbsp;"It is very important for an international cricketer to play domestic cricket and I think every cricketer should play domestic cricket when he gets an opportunity. That's what I do, and I feel very good to be back in the domestic circuit,” he said.&nbsp;Not part of the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, Agha would next feature in the T20I series against Sri Lanka at home, followed by an ODI tri-series also involving England.

Axed midway through Pakistan's Test tour of the UK, Salman Ali Agha responded by smashing a maiden unbeaten 300 off 336 balls in the President's Trophy.

A fortnight after the PCB sent Salman Ali Agha, along with six other players and the two coaches, home midway through the UK tour in the name of a ‘Test shake-up’, the Pakistan white-ball captain responded with his maiden triple hundred in domestic cricket. Playing for Kingsmen Academy against Markhor IT Solutions at the Abbottabad Cricket Stadium in the first round of the President's Trophy, Salman smashed his highest first-class score of an unbeaten 300 off 336 balls, surpassing his previous best of 169. Although his returns in the whites for Pakistan in his last two away tours were below par, Salman credited ‘adjustments’ he made to his game for his monstrous score. "My form in international cricket has not been up to the mark in the last few series. You make adjustments which can be very helpful [in regaining the form]. I also made slight adjustments to my batting, which has helped me a lot … I am very happy because such milestones are once in a lifetime,” Agha said in a video released by the PCB. Also read| WTC Blow: Pakistan fined 50% and docked 11 points for Edgbaston Test over-rate Agha struggled for runs in Tests in the West Indies and England, accumulating only 45 runs across his last five innings before being sent home in a shock PCB move. While Salman Agha stood as the interim captain for the series opener in Leeds in Babar Azam’s absence, the selection committee dropped Agha for Babar in the second Test at Lord’s, after which the drama began. From being benched in the second Test to finding himself out of the squad for the third and final Test in Birmingham, Agha endured a topsy-turvy time during this period. After conceding the three-match Test series in England, with the Edgbaston defeat being their 16th loss in their last 21 matches, Pakistan find themselves at the bottom of the WTC standings. Such results have forced harsh calls from all quarters, including PCB selectors, who want all first-team players across formats to feature regularly in Pakistan’s domestic first-class cricket. As a centrally-contracted PCB player, Salman Agha belongs to the A/B category (Test and ODI specialists), and is bound to play at least six and four domestic first-class matches each year. Agha had played only three first-class matches in the last three years, but reflects on the importance of playing regular domestic cricket. "It is very important for an international cricketer to play domestic cricket and I think every cricketer should play domestic cricket when he gets an opportunity. That's what I do, and I feel very good to be back in the domestic circuit,” he said. Not part of the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, Agha would next feature in the T20I series against Sri Lanka at home, followed by an ODI tri-series also involving England.

Axed midway through Pakistan's Test tour of the UK, Salman Ali Agha responded by smashing a maiden unbeaten 300 off 336 balls in the President's Trophy.

Sent home midway from UK tour, Pakistan's Salman Agha hits 300* in domestic return

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia on Monday (Sept 14) said the controversy surrounding the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 trophy presentation did not come from the Indian side, stressing that winning the tournament was more important than the ceremony. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India skipped the post-match presentation after winning the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final and declined to receive the trophy from ACC president and PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi amid India-Pakistan tensions.&nbsp;Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu collected the runners-up cheque from Naqvi, while the Indian players stayed away from the stage. There were also no visuals of the Indian team lifting or celebrating with the trophy, with the broadcast returning to the studio after Sri Lanka’s presentation.&nbsp;Before the ceremony began, however, the Indian team gathered separately as head coach Amol Muzumdar addressed the players.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saikia and BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla also presented the ‘Fielder of the Match’ medal to pacer Nandani Sharma, who took two catches in the final. Saikia later congratulated the players on their victory.&nbsp;Speaking to ANI, Saikia said the BCCI had already informed the organisers about its position before the presentation.&nbsp;“Winning the trophy is one thing, but winning the tournament is what truly matters. The issue regarding the trophy, which created a controversy, did not stem from our side. We had already clarified our stance, referencing the situation we faced last year regarding the Asian Games–a matter known to the entire nation,” Saikia said.&nbsp;“We maintained our position based on that context. We had stated beforehand that we did not approve the manner in which they had planned the prize distribution ceremony. We informed their chairman that if they proceeded with that specific system, we would not participate. Since they did not agree, we chose not to accept the trophy in that manner; we will collect it later,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/historic-triumph-dhiraj-becomes-first-indian-male-recurve-archer-to-win-world-cup-1789382635012">Historic Triumph: Dhiraj becomes first Indian male recurve archer to win World Cup</a>&nbsp;India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium to win their eighth Women’s Asia Cup title.&nbsp;Asked whether the decision was taken by the players or the BCCI, Saikia said it was an organisational decision and that everyone was united.&nbsp;“This was entirely the BCCI’s decision. We had discussed everything internally, and the BCCI’s stance remains consistent with what it was previously. Whether it concerns the players, the team, or the BCCI officials, we are all united; there is no divergence between the players’ decisions and the BCCI’s decisions. We act as one. Whatever decision is taken, we proceed in accordance with the BCCI’s established policies,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-afg-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1789382130416">IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;Saikia also praised India’s performance throughout the tournament and said the campaign was good preparation for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan.&nbsp;“The Indian women’s team has performed exceptionally well; it was a brilliant performance. All the matches were one-sided. The way the Indian team played in this Asia Cup tournament has ensured proper preparation for the Asian Games. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the team and the entire support staff. Our aim now is to carry forward the winning streak established in Dubai all the way to Japan,” he concluded.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said India’s decision to skip the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 trophy presentation was an organisational call amid India-Pakistan tensions, stressing that winning the tournament mattered more than the ceremony.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia on Monday (Sept 14) said the controversy surrounding the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 trophy presentation did not come from the Indian side, stressing that winning the tournament was more important than the ceremony. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India skipped the post-match presentation after winning the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 final and declined to receive the trophy from ACC president and PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi amid India-Pakistan tensions. Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu collected the runners-up cheque from Naqvi, while the Indian players stayed away from the stage. There were also no visuals of the Indian team lifting or celebrating with the trophy, with the broadcast returning to the studio after Sri Lanka’s presentation. Before the ceremony began, however, the Indian team gathered separately as head coach Amol Muzumdar addressed the players. Saikia and BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla also presented the ‘Fielder of the Match’ medal to pacer Nandani Sharma, who took two catches in the final. Saikia later congratulated the players on their victory. Speaking to ANI, Saikia said the BCCI had already informed the organisers about its position before the presentation. “Winning the trophy is one thing, but winning the tournament is what truly matters. The issue regarding the trophy, which created a controversy, did not stem from our side. We had already clarified our stance, referencing the situation we faced last year regarding the Asian Games–a matter known to the entire nation,” Saikia said. “We maintained our position based on that context. We had stated beforehand that we did not approve the manner in which they had planned the prize distribution ceremony. We informed their chairman that if they proceeded with that specific system, we would not participate. Since they did not agree, we chose not to accept the trophy in that manner; we will collect it later,” he added. Also Read - Historic Triumph: Dhiraj becomes first Indian male recurve archer to win World Cup India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium to win their eighth Women’s Asia Cup title. Asked whether the decision was taken by the players or the BCCI, Saikia said it was an organisational decision and that everyone was united. “This was entirely the BCCI’s decision. We had discussed everything internally, and the BCCI’s stance remains consistent with what it was previously. Whether it concerns the players, the team, or the BCCI officials, we are all united; there is no divergence between the players’ decisions and the BCCI’s decisions. We act as one. Whatever decision is taken, we proceed in accordance with the BCCI’s established policies,” he said. Also Read - IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Saikia also praised India’s performance throughout the tournament and said the campaign was good preparation for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan. “The Indian women’s team has performed exceptionally well; it was a brilliant performance. All the matches were one-sided. The way the Indian team played in this Asia Cup tournament has ensured proper preparation for the Asian Games. I extend my heartiest congratulations to the team and the entire support staff. Our aim now is to carry forward the winning streak established in Dubai all the way to Japan,” he concluded. With inputs from agencies

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said India’s decision to skip the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 trophy presentation was an organisational call amid India-Pakistan tensions, stressing that winning the tournament mattered more than the ceremony.

'Winning tournament is what truly matters': BCCI Secretary Saikia backs India’s decision not to accept trophy from Naqvi

Pakistan suffered a double blow after conceding the three-match Test series (3-0) in the UK, as they were fined 50 per cent of the match fee and docked 11 WTC points for maintaining a slow over-rate against England in the third Test at Edgbaston. Pakistan were ruled to be 11 overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration during the match, an ICC statement read on Monday (Sep 14). After the deduction, Pakistan is ninth on the table with 4.63 PCT, the lowest among all teams in the current WTC cycle.&nbsp;Pakistan was eighth on the WTC rankings after winning the second Test in the West Indies, but fell to the ninth spot after losing the series opener in Leeds by an innings and 103 runs. Pakistan has played nine matches so far in this cycle, winning just two and losing seven, including four of the last five Tests.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-pcb-criticism-england-test-collapse-1789312688223">Akram, Afridi, Mushtaq tear into PCB after Pakistan’s Test series collapse in UK</a>&nbsp;The Babar Azam-led side will feature in two more Test series in this cycle: against Sri Lanka at home in November and an away tour of New Zealand in March 2027. Meanwhile, West Indies is scheduled to face Bangladesh in October this year. Both teams are out of the 2027 WTC Final race.<h2>Horror Time in UK</h2>Pakistan landed in the UK after drawing a two-match Test series in the Caribbean. Without their premier quicks in Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, Pakistan played an inexperienced trio of Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali and Khurram Shahzad in the first two Tests, and the result was there for everyone to see.&nbsp;Let alone threatening the hosts with their bowling attack, Pakistan failed to cross 200 across the first five innings on the tour. Such was their performance with the bat that the British media labelled them as the ‘worst team to tour the UK’ in the last 50 years.&nbsp;However, the real drama unfolded after Pakistan lost the second Test at Lord’s and conceded the series (2-0). The PCB made drastic changes to the travelling entourage by dropping seven first-team players and releasing two main coaches, head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul – sending them all back home.&nbsp;The board brought in seven players, including five uncapped players and appointed white-ball coaches Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke for the final Test.

Pakistan hit a new low in the World Test Championship as the ICC fined them 50% of match fees and docked 11 WTC points for slow over-rates following a 3-0 Test series loss to England.

Pakistan suffered a double blow after conceding the three-match Test series (3-0) in the UK, as they were fined 50 per cent of the match fee and docked 11 WTC points for maintaining a slow over-rate against England in the third Test at Edgbaston. Pakistan were ruled to be 11 overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration during the match, an ICC statement read on Monday (Sep 14). After the deduction, Pakistan is ninth on the table with 4.63 PCT, the lowest among all teams in the current WTC cycle. Pakistan was eighth on the WTC rankings after winning the second Test in the West Indies, but fell to the ninth spot after losing the series opener in Leeds by an innings and 103 runs. Pakistan has played nine matches so far in this cycle, winning just two and losing seven, including four of the last five Tests. Also read| Akram, Afridi, Mushtaq tear into PCB after Pakistan’s Test series collapse in UK The Babar Azam-led side will feature in two more Test series in this cycle: against Sri Lanka at home in November and an away tour of New Zealand in March 2027. Meanwhile, West Indies is scheduled to face Bangladesh in October this year. Both teams are out of the 2027 WTC Final race. Horror Time in UK Pakistan landed in the UK after drawing a two-match Test series in the Caribbean. Without their premier quicks in Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, Pakistan played an inexperienced trio of Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali and Khurram Shahzad in the first two Tests, and the result was there for everyone to see. Let alone threatening the hosts with their bowling attack, Pakistan failed to cross 200 across the first five innings on the tour. Such was their performance with the bat that the British media labelled them as the ‘worst team to tour the UK’ in the last 50 years. However, the real drama unfolded after Pakistan lost the second Test at Lord’s and conceded the series (2-0). The PCB made drastic changes to the travelling entourage by dropping seven first-team players and releasing two main coaches, head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul – sending them all back home. The board brought in seven players, including five uncapped players and appointed white-ball coaches Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke for the final Test.

Pakistan hit a new low in the World Test Championship as the ICC fined them 50% of match fees and docked 11 WTC points for slow over-rates following a 3-0 Test series loss to England.

WTC Blow: Pakistan fined 50% and docked 11 points for Edgbaston Test over-rate

The Shreyas Iyer-led Indian team will aim to seal the three-match T20I series when they face Ibrahim Zadran’s Afghanistan in the second match in New Delhi on Tuesday (Sept 15). India made a strong return to T20I cricket, beating Afghanistan by seven wickets in a one-sided opening game on Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Arshdeep Singh and Abhishek Sharma played key roles in the victory, with the pacer taking 3/19 to restrict Afghanistan to 156/8, before Abhishek smashed 82 off just 32 balls to help India chase the target in less than 14 overs.&nbsp;Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy also made successful comebacks from injury, however, Iyer will need to find a solution for India’s fifth bowling option ahead of the Asian Games.&nbsp;Shivam Dube and Nitish Kumar Reddy struggled with the ball in the first T20I. Reddy conceded 30 runs in his two overs, while Dube was brought on only in the final over and gave away 21 runs. Abhishek also bowled one over, meaning the three combined for 59 runs in four overs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cristiano-ronaldo-wants-fans-disrespecting-late-teammate-jota-never-be-allowed-to-enter-a-stadium-again-in-saudi-pro-league-1789372721924">Ronaldo wants fans disrespecting Jota 'never be allowed to enter stadium again'</a><h2>IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I be played?</h2>The second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Tuesday (Sept 15). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/pierce-brosnan-s-007-moment-at-us-open-2026-final-leaves-fans-gushing-1789374820449">‘Absolute cinema’: Pierce Brosnan’s 007 moment at US Open 2026 final leaves fans gushing</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I?</h2>The livestream of the second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India:Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur&nbsp;Afghanistan:Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

As the crucial T20I clash between India and Afghanistan approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

The Shreyas Iyer-led Indian team will aim to seal the three-match T20I series when they face Ibrahim Zadran’s Afghanistan in the second match in New Delhi on Tuesday (Sept 15). India made a strong return to T20I cricket, beating Afghanistan by seven wickets in a one-sided opening game on Sunday. Arshdeep Singh and Abhishek Sharma played key roles in the victory, with the pacer taking 3/19 to restrict Afghanistan to 156/8, before Abhishek smashed 82 off just 32 balls to help India chase the target in less than 14 overs. Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy also made successful comebacks from injury, however, Iyer will need to find a solution for India’s fifth bowling option ahead of the Asian Games. Shivam Dube and Nitish Kumar Reddy struggled with the ball in the first T20I. Reddy conceded 30 runs in his two overs, while Dube was brought on only in the final over and gave away 21 runs. Abhishek also bowled one over, meaning the three combined for 59 runs in four overs. Also Read - Ronaldo wants fans disrespecting Jota 'never be allowed to enter stadium again' IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: Match Details When will the IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I be played? The second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Tuesday (Sept 15). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Also Read - ‘Absolute cinema’: Pierce Brosnan’s 007 moment at US Open 2026 final leaves fans gushing Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I? The livestream of the second T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads India:Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur Afghanistan:Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

As the crucial T20I clash between India and Afghanistan approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

IND vs AFG, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

The Women's Asia Cup T20 2026 concluded on Sunday (Sep 13) with India <a href="https://www.bcci.tv/matches/e2810dcd-a701-4d6b-8fa9-6a9ef9a045c2/india-women-vs-sri-lanka-women">beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs</a> for their record eighth continental title, but there was no trophy – again. The same had happened during the men's Asia Cup last year in September when the Indian team refused to take the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also one of the ministers in the federal Pakistan government. The presentation ceremony, which usually happens shortly after the match ends, was delayed by 50 minutes and ended abruptly after Naqvi presented the medals to runners-up Sri Lanka.<h2>Why India didn't get the Asia Cup trophy</h2>At the press conference after the match, India coach Amol Muzumdar explained why India didn't receive the trophy after the Asia Cup triumph, saying: "That stand has been taken by the BCCI, and we stand by it. For us, this tournament is over; we are the champions. That's good enough. It was on the big board that India are the champions of the Asia Cup 2026. This tournament is officially over for us. We're happy that we're the champions, and we look forward to the Asian Games."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-afghanistan-1st-t20i-abhishek-sharma-arshdeep-singh-delhi-win-1789321588972">Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I</a>India's medal ceremony was held separately by themselves, in which they handed out the "best fielder" medal, which was announced by fielding coach Munish Bali. The medal was presented by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, with [the] board vice-president Rajeev Shukla in attendance.<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sree-charani-india-beat-sri-lanka-womens-asia-cup-2026-final-1789322824899">How India won against Sri Lanka</a></h2>Batting first, Indian openers Smriti Mandhana (59) and the final's Player of the Match (POTM) as well as Player of the Series (POTS), Shafali Verma (68), added 129 runs for the first wicket. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led team eventually posted a mammoth 183/5 in 20 overs.While bowling, Shree Charani led the charge with 4/20 as only three Lankan batters – skipper Chamari Athapaththu (36), Vishmi Gunaratne (20), and Nilakshika de Silva (22) – reached double figures before they were bowled out for 111.

India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs to win the 2026 Women's Asia Cup, but skipped the trophy handover due to BCCI policy regarding ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. The team celebrated their victory independently.

The Women's Asia Cup T20 2026 concluded on Sunday (Sep 13) with India beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs for their record eighth continental title, but there was no trophy – again. The same had happened during the men's Asia Cup last year in September when the Indian team refused to take the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also one of the ministers in the federal Pakistan government. The presentation ceremony, which usually happens shortly after the match ends, was delayed by 50 minutes and ended abruptly after Naqvi presented the medals to runners-up Sri Lanka. Why India didn't get the Asia Cup trophy At the press conference after the match, India coach Amol Muzumdar explained why India didn't receive the trophy after the Asia Cup triumph, saying: "That stand has been taken by the BCCI, and we stand by it. For us, this tournament is over; we are the champions. That's good enough. It was on the big board that India are the champions of the Asia Cup 2026. This tournament is officially over for us. We're happy that we're the champions, and we look forward to the Asian Games." Also Read - Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I India's medal ceremony was held separately by themselves, in which they handed out the "best fielder" medal, which was announced by fielding coach Munish Bali. The medal was presented by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, with [the] board vice-president Rajeev Shukla in attendance. How India won against Sri Lanka Batting first, Indian openers Smriti Mandhana (59) and the final's Player of the Match (POTM) as well as Player of the Series (POTS), Shafali Verma (68), added 129 runs for the first wicket. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led team eventually posted a mammoth 183/5 in 20 overs. While bowling, Shree Charani led the charge with 4/20 as only three Lankan batters – skipper Chamari Athapaththu (36), Vishmi Gunaratne (20), and Nilakshika de Silva (22) – reached double figures before they were bowled out for 111.

India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs to win the 2026 Women's Asia Cup, but skipped the trophy handover due to BCCI policy regarding ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. The team celebrated their victory independently.

Women's Asia Cup 2026: India denied trophy once again despite winning the title

The Indian women’s team has regained the title of Asia Cup winners after beating the defending champions Sri Lanka in the final on Sunday (Sep 13) in Dubai by 72 runs. Fifties from attacking Indian openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma and a brilliant four-wicket haul from Shree Charani ensured that India crossed the finish line this time. The Indian women’s team is now a record eight-time Asia Cup champions (four in the T20 format and four in the ODIs). After scoring 183 for five in the first innings, India reduced Sri Lanka to 111 in reply.&nbsp;India won the toss and elected to bat first in the all-important final. Star openers Shafali and Smriti began with the onslaught and didn’t look like stopping. After dominating the Powerplay, the two paced their innings even after that, completing respective fifties. Shafali was the aggressor of the two, hitting boundaries for fun. Showing maturity and mettle, as her captain suggested, Shafali smashed 68 off 39 balls before losing her wicket. The two added 129 runs for the first wicket.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-afghanistan-1st-t20i-abhishek-sharma-arshdeep-singh-delhi-win-1789321588972">Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I</a>&nbsp;"I think Shafali had a great tournament and it's good to see somebody like Shefali who is taking the responsibility and doing the job with bat and ball," Harmanpreet said after the match. "I can't ask anything else from her. It's all about playing good cricket and I am very happy about that. We set some really high standards for us and we had to match them every day."&nbsp;Mandhana departed in the next over before Harmanpreet, Richa and Deepti too fell quickly. A late blitz from Gunalan Kamalini ensured India posted a challenging total (183/5).<h2>India crowned champions</h2>India never let Sri Lanka settle in the run chase, and Kranti Gaud’s first-over dismissal set the tone for India. Chamari Athapaththu and Vishmi Gunaratne added a valiant 58-run stand for the second wicket, only for Deepti Sharma to use her experience and get rid of the Sri Lankan captain stumped on 36.&nbsp;Her dismissal triggered a batting collapse, with left-arm spinner and India’s most successful bowler this year, Shree Charani tore through the middle and the lower order with her four wickets. Deepti too returned with three wickets as India wrapped up Sri Lanka for 111 to seal a famous win in Dubai.&nbsp;The award-ceremony, however, caught eyeballs for all wrong reasons, as the Indian Team refused to accept the trophy from the ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also happened to be the PCB chairman and an interior minister in Pakistan government. Only Sri Lankan team accepted their medals and the trophy was not presented to the winning team.

Shree Charani's 4/20 and half-centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma powered India to a 72-run win over Sri Lanka to capture the Women's Asia Cup 2026 title

The Indian women’s team has regained the title of Asia Cup winners after beating the defending champions Sri Lanka in the final on Sunday (Sep 13) in Dubai by 72 runs. Fifties from attacking Indian openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma and a brilliant four-wicket haul from Shree Charani ensured that India crossed the finish line this time. The Indian women’s team is now a record eight-time Asia Cup champions (four in the T20 format and four in the ODIs). After scoring 183 for five in the first innings, India reduced Sri Lanka to 111 in reply. India won the toss and elected to bat first in the all-important final. Star openers Shafali and Smriti began with the onslaught and didn’t look like stopping. After dominating the Powerplay, the two paced their innings even after that, completing respective fifties. Shafali was the aggressor of the two, hitting boundaries for fun. Showing maturity and mettle, as her captain suggested, Shafali smashed 68 off 39 balls before losing her wicket. The two added 129 runs for the first wicket. Also read| Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I "I think Shafali had a great tournament and it's good to see somebody like Shefali who is taking the responsibility and doing the job with bat and ball," Harmanpreet said after the match. "I can't ask anything else from her. It's all about playing good cricket and I am very happy about that. We set some really high standards for us and we had to match them every day." Mandhana departed in the next over before Harmanpreet, Richa and Deepti too fell quickly. A late blitz from Gunalan Kamalini ensured India posted a challenging total (183/5). India crowned champions India never let Sri Lanka settle in the run chase, and Kranti Gaud’s first-over dismissal set the tone for India. Chamari Athapaththu and Vishmi Gunaratne added a valiant 58-run stand for the second wicket, only for Deepti Sharma to use her experience and get rid of the Sri Lankan captain stumped on 36. Her dismissal triggered a batting collapse, with left-arm spinner and India’s most successful bowler this year, Shree Charani tore through the middle and the lower order with her four wickets. Deepti too returned with three wickets as India wrapped up Sri Lanka for 111 to seal a famous win in Dubai. The award-ceremony, however, caught eyeballs for all wrong reasons, as the Indian Team refused to accept the trophy from the ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also happened to be the PCB chairman and an interior minister in Pakistan government. Only Sri Lankan team accepted their medals and the trophy was not presented to the winning team.

Shree Charani's 4/20 and half-centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma powered India to a 72-run win over Sri Lanka to capture the Women's Asia Cup 2026 title

Shree Charani stars with 4/20 as India beat Sri Lanka to win Women’s Asia Cup 2026

Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan powered India to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the T20I series opener in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13). The left-hander Abhishek was on song at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, smashing seven sixes and as many fours in his blistering 32-ball 82 during the chase, with Ishan Kishan smoking 42 off 33 balls to help India land the first punch. Earlier, seamer Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball, picking up three wickets for 19 runs in his four overs. India completed the 157-chase in 13.4 overs.&nbsp;Abhishek got his first runs with a six off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the opening over and there was no looking back for the swashbuckling left-handed batter. He lost opening partner Sanju Samson for 10 but kept up the charge with a flurry of fours and sixes to raise his fifty off 22 balls. Abhishek and Ishan Kishan, who made 42, put on 121 runs as the pair tore into the opposition attack to raise the noise of over 25,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sree-charani-india-beat-sri-lanka-womens-asia-cup-2026-final-1789322824899">Shree Charani stars with 4/20 as India beat Sri Lanka to win Women’s Asia Cup 2026</a>&nbsp;"The shots Abhishek played were flawless, exemplary," said India captain Shreyas Iyer. "Kishan has been in great form. He's very relaxed, calm and knows his game."&nbsp;Abhishek fell to off-spinner Mohammad Nabi as Rashid Khan took a good catch in the deep.&nbsp;Nabi soon sent back Kishan before Tilak Varma (3) and Iyer (8) saw the team home.<h2>Arshdeep Shines in Delhi</h2>India's left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh set up victory with figures of 3-19 in his four overs as he helped restrict Afghanistan to 156-8. Put in to bat, Afghanistan slipped to 43-5 before Azmatullah Omarzai hit an unbeaten 64.&nbsp;Returning pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah started with a wide down the leg side for five extras but struck on the second legal delivery to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz, caught at first slip.&nbsp;Iyer praised Bumrah, calling the pace spearhead, who returned to the team after an injury in the second ODI against England in Cardiff on July 16, a "great asset".&nbsp;Meanwhile, skipper Ibrahim Zadran attempted to hit back with two fours but was soon run out for 11 after a mix up with Sediqullah Atal to give India the upper hand.&nbsp;"I would say that run out was the turning point," said Zadran. "Ishan Kishan grabbed the ball and threw it to the bowler. They got the momentum."&nbsp;Wickets kept tumbling as spinners Axar Patel and Varun Chakravarthy took one each as Afghanistan lost half their side in seven overs.&nbsp;Omarzai, who survived a dropped catch on 39, and Nabi (33) then combined to rebuild the innings with a partnership of 83. Arshdeep broke the stand as he bowled Nabi off a slower yorker.&nbsp;Omarzai stuck around until the end as Afghanistan got 21 runs off the last over from Shivam Dube but it was not enough against the reigning T20 world champions.&nbsp;Delhi will host the second T20I on Tuesday (Sep 15).&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Abhishek Sharma's 32-ball 82 and Arshdeep Singh's 3-19 led India to a dominant 7-wicket win over Afghanistan in the 1st T20I at Delhi's Kotla ground.

Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan powered India to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the T20I series opener in Delhi on Sunday (Sep 13). The left-hander Abhishek was on song at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, smashing seven sixes and as many fours in his blistering 32-ball 82 during the chase, with Ishan Kishan smoking 42 off 33 balls to help India land the first punch. Earlier, seamer Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball, picking up three wickets for 19 runs in his four overs. India completed the 157-chase in 13.4 overs. Abhishek got his first runs with a six off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the opening over and there was no looking back for the swashbuckling left-handed batter. He lost opening partner Sanju Samson for 10 but kept up the charge with a flurry of fours and sixes to raise his fifty off 22 balls. Abhishek and Ishan Kishan, who made 42, put on 121 runs as the pair tore into the opposition attack to raise the noise of over 25,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Also read| Shree Charani stars with 4/20 as India beat Sri Lanka to win Women’s Asia Cup 2026 "The shots Abhishek played were flawless, exemplary," said India captain Shreyas Iyer. "Kishan has been in great form. He's very relaxed, calm and knows his game." Abhishek fell to off-spinner Mohammad Nabi as Rashid Khan took a good catch in the deep. Nabi soon sent back Kishan before Tilak Varma (3) and Iyer (8) saw the team home. Arshdeep Shines in Delhi India's left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh set up victory with figures of 3-19 in his four overs as he helped restrict Afghanistan to 156-8. Put in to bat, Afghanistan slipped to 43-5 before Azmatullah Omarzai hit an unbeaten 64. Returning pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah started with a wide down the leg side for five extras but struck on the second legal delivery to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz, caught at first slip. Iyer praised Bumrah, calling the pace spearhead, who returned to the team after an injury in the second ODI against England in Cardiff on July 16, a "great asset". Meanwhile, skipper Ibrahim Zadran attempted to hit back with two fours but was soon run out for 11 after a mix up with Sediqullah Atal to give India the upper hand. "I would say that run out was the turning point," said Zadran. "Ishan Kishan grabbed the ball and threw it to the bowler. They got the momentum." Wickets kept tumbling as spinners Axar Patel and Varun Chakravarthy took one each as Afghanistan lost half their side in seven overs. Omarzai, who survived a dropped catch on 39, and Nabi (33) then combined to rebuild the innings with a partnership of 83. Arshdeep broke the stand as he bowled Nabi off a slower yorker. Omarzai stuck around until the end as Afghanistan got 21 runs off the last over from Shivam Dube but it was not enough against the reigning T20 world champions. Delhi will host the second T20I on Tuesday (Sep 15). (With inputs from AFP)

Abhishek Sharma's 32-ball 82 and Arshdeep Singh's 3-19 led India to a dominant 7-wicket win over Afghanistan in the 1st T20I at Delhi's Kotla ground.

Abhishek, Kishan, Arshdeep star as India crush Afghanistan in 1st T20I

Zimbabwe T20I captain Sikandar Raza will assume ODI captaincy for the three-match One-Day series against Australia, with regular captain and seamer Richard Ngarava ruled out with injury. The hosts have also recalled Brendan Taylor – amongst the oldest active international cricketers – for the marquee home series. The left-arm quick Ngarava missed the T20I series against Namibia with a lower-back problem, with his return unlikely for the ODI series starting in Harare on Tuesday (Sep 15).<h2>Zimbabwe squad for Australia ODIs -</h2>Sikandar Raza (captain), Ben Curran, Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans, Brendan Taylor, Brian Bennett, Craig Ervine, Ernest Masuku, Graeme Cremer, Innocent Kaia, Newman Nyamhuri, Ryan Burl, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza and Wessly Madhevere&nbsp;Zimbabwe has a busy schedule, with an ODI tri-series in the UAE in October also involving Afghanistan and Bangladesh. Zimbabwe will then play two Tests against Afghanistan to end the year.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bali-international-oval-cricket-indonesia-flagship-venue-1789286817192">Bali International Oval set to become Indonesia’s flagship cricket venue</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Blessing Muzarabani will lead Zimbabwe’s pace attack against Australia, also including Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri. Tanaka Chivanga, another pace bowling option would miss the series with an Achilles concern.<h3>Taylor returns for Australia ODIs</h3>Having orchestrated Zimbabwe’s famous T20 World Cup win against the mighty Aussies 19 years ago, Taylor is back facing them in perhaps his final home ODI series against Australia. More than a year later, he returns to play a One-Day match and will share wicketkeeping duties with Tadiwanashe Marumani. Meanwhile, Taylor's inclusion, along with Craig Ervine in the middle-order, will be crucial for Zimbabwe, which has mostly relied on Brian Bennett.&nbsp;Not only Taylor, but also seasoned leg-spinner Graeme Cremer is back in the ODI squad for the first time in eight years. Cremer made his international return last year, as Zimbabwe sought to qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup, and is now available for selection across formats.&nbsp;Harare will host Australia for three One-Dayers on September 15, 18 and 20.

Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe against Australia in the upcoming ODI series, with Brendan Taylor and Graeme Cremer making high-profile squad returns.

Zimbabwe T20I captain Sikandar Raza will assume ODI captaincy for the three-match One-Day series against Australia, with regular captain and seamer Richard Ngarava ruled out with injury. The hosts have also recalled Brendan Taylor – amongst the oldest active international cricketers – for the marquee home series. The left-arm quick Ngarava missed the T20I series against Namibia with a lower-back problem, with his return unlikely for the ODI series starting in Harare on Tuesday (Sep 15). Zimbabwe squad for Australia ODIs - Sikandar Raza (captain), Ben Curran, Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans, Brendan Taylor, Brian Bennett, Craig Ervine, Ernest Masuku, Graeme Cremer, Innocent Kaia, Newman Nyamhuri, Ryan Burl, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza and Wessly Madhevere Zimbabwe has a busy schedule, with an ODI tri-series in the UAE in October also involving Afghanistan and Bangladesh. Zimbabwe will then play two Tests against Afghanistan to end the year. Also read| Bali International Oval set to become Indonesia’s flagship cricket venue Meanwhile, Blessing Muzarabani will lead Zimbabwe’s pace attack against Australia, also including Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri. Tanaka Chivanga, another pace bowling option would miss the series with an Achilles concern. Taylor returns for Australia ODIs Having orchestrated Zimbabwe’s famous T20 World Cup win against the mighty Aussies 19 years ago, Taylor is back facing them in perhaps his final home ODI series against Australia. More than a year later, he returns to play a One-Day match and will share wicketkeeping duties with Tadiwanashe Marumani. Meanwhile, Taylor's inclusion, along with Craig Ervine in the middle-order, will be crucial for Zimbabwe, which has mostly relied on Brian Bennett. Not only Taylor, but also seasoned leg-spinner Graeme Cremer is back in the ODI squad for the first time in eight years. Cremer made his international return last year, as Zimbabwe sought to qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup, and is now available for selection across formats. Harare will host Australia for three One-Dayers on September 15, 18 and 20.

Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe against Australia in the upcoming ODI series, with Brendan Taylor and Graeme Cremer making high-profile squad returns.

Sikandar Raza named Zimbabwe captain for Australia ODIs; Brendan Taylor included

Former Pakistan captains and cricket veterans tore into their cricket board after Pakistan surrendered the three-Test series in the UK, with British media calling them the worst team to visit England in the last 50 years. 1992 World Cup winner Wasim Akram, former white-ball captain Shahid Afridi and legendary leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed showed no mercy while snapping at Pakistan Cricket following a record low. While Akram said he saw this coming five years ago, Afridi’s heart went out to the players, whom he feels were disrespected. Ahmed, however, reflected on the current situation, saying it will take a long time to fix this mess.&nbsp;Pakistan failed to cross 200 until the final innings of the third Test in Birmingham, with batters facing scrutiny for the miserable performance. Pakistan lost the first two Tests in Leeds and London by significant margins before it all fell apart for Babar Azam’s side. The PCB took harsh steps by releasing two main coaches, including head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul, while also sending seven first-team squad members home.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-d-be-open-to-it-mike-hesson-expresses-interest-in-pakistan-test-coaching-role-1789278251514">'I'd be open to it': Mike Hesson expresses interest in Pakistan Test coaching role</a>&nbsp;Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha – who stood as the interim captain for the series opener in Babar’s absence - and Imam-ul-Haq were sent home after the Lord's Test. The selection committee picked seven replacements, five of whom were uncapped.Pakistan also recalled white-ball coaches Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke to replace Sarfaraz and Gul.&nbsp;In the third and final Test at Edgbaston, the Babar-led team made several changes, including three debutants, even though the result didn’t change as England won by eight wickets and inflicted a series whitewash.<h2>Who Said What?</h2>Bowling king Wasim Akram said, "It's a disappointing state, but I could see this coming for the last five years, and you can't blame one particular person and one factor because there are many.”&nbsp;"We need to realise that we lack talent in red-ball cricket. White-ball teams are okay. &nbsp;It's easy to blame the PCB chairman, but when we were sleeping and not addressing the overall flaws, then such a fall happens,” said Akram to AFP.&nbsp;Akram’s fellow former star Shahid Afridi described the situation at the helm as "bleak".&nbsp;"These are gloomy times in Pakistan cricket," Afridi told AFP. "You don't disrespect players like this, and your system is not strong."&nbsp;Mushtaq, on the other hand, said, "We had a great number of match-winners and a strong legacy, and that is why we produced results in the past. Now the decline is steep and will take time to fix."&nbsp;After losing to England, Pakistan sit at the bottom of the points table with seven losses and two wins in nine contested matches in the current WTC 2025/27 cycle.

Wasim Akram, Shahid Afridi, and Mushtaq Ahmed slam the PCB after Pakistan's 3-0 Test series collapse against England leaves them bottom of the WTC table.

Former Pakistan captains and cricket veterans tore into their cricket board after Pakistan surrendered the three-Test series in the UK, with British media calling them the worst team to visit England in the last 50 years. 1992 World Cup winner Wasim Akram, former white-ball captain Shahid Afridi and legendary leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed showed no mercy while snapping at Pakistan Cricket following a record low. While Akram said he saw this coming five years ago, Afridi’s heart went out to the players, whom he feels were disrespected. Ahmed, however, reflected on the current situation, saying it will take a long time to fix this mess. Pakistan failed to cross 200 until the final innings of the third Test in Birmingham, with batters facing scrutiny for the miserable performance. Pakistan lost the first two Tests in Leeds and London by significant margins before it all fell apart for Babar Azam’s side. The PCB took harsh steps by releasing two main coaches, including head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul, while also sending seven first-team squad members home. Also read| 'I'd be open to it': Mike Hesson expresses interest in Pakistan Test coaching role Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha – who stood as the interim captain for the series opener in Babar’s absence - and Imam-ul-Haq were sent home after the Lord's Test. The selection committee picked seven replacements, five of whom were uncapped. Pakistan also recalled white-ball coaches Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke to replace Sarfaraz and Gul. In the third and final Test at Edgbaston, the Babar-led team made several changes, including three debutants, even though the result didn’t change as England won by eight wickets and inflicted a series whitewash. Who Said What? Bowling king Wasim Akram said, "It's a disappointing state, but I could see this coming for the last five years, and you can't blame one particular person and one factor because there are many.” "We need to realise that we lack talent in red-ball cricket. White-ball teams are okay. It's easy to blame the PCB chairman, but when we were sleeping and not addressing the overall flaws, then such a fall happens,” said Akram to AFP. Akram’s fellow former star Shahid Afridi described the situation at the helm as "bleak". "These are gloomy times in Pakistan cricket," Afridi told AFP. "You don't disrespect players like this, and your system is not strong." Mushtaq, on the other hand, said, "We had a great number of match-winners and a strong legacy, and that is why we produced results in the past. Now the decline is steep and will take time to fix." After losing to England, Pakistan sit at the bottom of the points table with seven losses and two wins in nine contested matches in the current WTC 2025/27 cycle.

Wasim Akram, Shahid Afridi, and Mushtaq Ahmed slam the PCB after Pakistan's 3-0 Test series collapse against England leaves them bottom of the WTC table.

Akram, Afridi, Mushtaq tear into PCB after Pakistan’s Test series collapse in UK

Cricket fever expands to Southeast Asia, with Indonesia becoming the latest to develop a high-performance centre and a cricket venue on its soil. Cricket Indonesia is developing the Bali International Oval (BIO) in North Bali – a two-oval complex – into the country’s cricketing hub and flagship venue. This project, involving two full-sized turf ovals, will be built as a year-round facility rather than a tournament-based one. &nbsp;The Garuda National Cricket Academy will operate as the high-performance centre within the complex. It will serve as a training base for the country’s senior and age-group teams and host visiting international teams, academies, coaches and curators. So far, the two oval footprints have been established, and the centre-wicket blocks are taking shape. The next phase of development will include surface refinement, drainage and irrigation work and wicket maturation, alongside installing specialist ground machinery and developing high-performance, team and broadcast facilities.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-women-s-asia-cup-final-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1789270936277">IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, the country’s cricket apex body sees this BIO project as a potential high-performance hub for the Asia-Pacific region, collectively bringing training, sports science, coach education, athlete recovery and tournament operations all under one roof. &nbsp;Jay Shah, the current ICC Chairman and former BCCI secretary, was key in formally introducing Indonesia into the Asian Cricket Council’s family, which eventually inspired this project following the ACC’s general meeting in Bali in January 2024. &nbsp;“When the ACC came to Bali in 2024, the message I took away was bigger than membership. Inclusive leadership had opened a pathway for Indonesia. I felt our responsibility was to build the infrastructure that would allow our players to use that opportunity for generations,” said Abhiram Singh Yadav, chairman of Cricket Indonesia. &nbsp;BIO, however, is being developed as Indonesia wishes to be part of cricket’s global expansion, including the sport’s return to the Summer Games in LA28. Cricket Indonesia hopes to build a facility that could create an Olympic pathway for emerging Indonesian cricket players, while also attracting international cricket to their homeland. &nbsp;“The Olympic return changes the imagination of cricket. A young Indonesian should be able to dream not only of international cricket, but of an Olympic pathway. Our infrastructure must be ready for that era,” Yadav continued.&nbsp;

Cricket Indonesia is building the Bali International Oval—a flagship two-oval venue & high-performance center aimed at regional growth & LA28 Olympic goals.

Cricket fever expands to Southeast Asia, with Indonesia becoming the latest to develop a high-performance centre and a cricket venue on its soil. Cricket Indonesia is developing the Bali International Oval (BIO) in North Bali – a two-oval complex – into the country’s cricketing hub and flagship venue. This project, involving two full-sized turf ovals, will be built as a year-round facility rather than a tournament-based one. The Garuda National Cricket Academy will operate as the high-performance centre within the complex. It will serve as a training base for the country’s senior and age-group teams and host visiting international teams, academies, coaches and curators. So far, the two oval footprints have been established, and the centre-wicket blocks are taking shape. The next phase of development will include surface refinement, drainage and irrigation work and wicket maturation, alongside installing specialist ground machinery and developing high-performance, team and broadcast facilities. Also read| IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Meanwhile, the country’s cricket apex body sees this BIO project as a potential high-performance hub for the Asia-Pacific region, collectively bringing training, sports science, coach education, athlete recovery and tournament operations all under one roof. Jay Shah, the current ICC Chairman and former BCCI secretary, was key in formally introducing Indonesia into the Asian Cricket Council’s family, which eventually inspired this project following the ACC’s general meeting in Bali in January 2024. “When the ACC came to Bali in 2024, the message I took away was bigger than membership. Inclusive leadership had opened a pathway for Indonesia. I felt our responsibility was to build the infrastructure that would allow our players to use that opportunity for generations,” said Abhiram Singh Yadav, chairman of Cricket Indonesia. BIO, however, is being developed as Indonesia wishes to be part of cricket’s global expansion, including the sport’s return to the Summer Games in LA28. Cricket Indonesia hopes to build a facility that could create an Olympic pathway for emerging Indonesian cricket players, while also attracting international cricket to their homeland. “The Olympic return changes the imagination of cricket. A young Indonesian should be able to dream not only of international cricket, but of an Olympic pathway. Our infrastructure must be ready for that era,” Yadav continued.

Cricket Indonesia is building the Bali International Oval—a flagship two-oval venue &amp; high-performance center aimed at regional growth &amp; LA28 Olympic goals.

Bali International Oval set to become Indonesia’s flagship cricket venue

Delhi Capitals (DC) are continuing to make major changes to their coaching staff after parting ways with head coach Hemang Badani following another disappointing IPL campaign earlier this year. The franchise has reportedly appointed Sri Lanka legend Chaminda Vaas as its new fast-bowling coach. Vaas has already joined DC’s preparatory camp in New Delhi.&nbsp;A member of Sri Lanka’s 1996 ODI World Cup-winning team, Vaas is regarded as one of the best left-arm pacers in cricket history. He picked up 761 wickets across formats during his 15-year international career.&nbsp;According to The Times of India, DC had also spoken to India legends Anil Kumble and Zaheer Khan about coaching roles, but neither deal could be completed.&nbsp;“Talks had progressed with Zaheer to advanced levels. The franchise had approached Kumble as well, but terms of appointment couldn’t be reached,” the publication quoted a source as saying.&nbsp;Vaas is the latest big name to join DC’s new backroom team. Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is expected to serve as the assistant coach, while Sourav Ganguly is likely to be named head coach. Former India spinner Amit Mishra is also reportedly set to be part of the setup.&nbsp;DC have not reached the playoffs since 2021, when they finished at the top of the points table. In IPL 2026, they ended the league stage in sixth place with seven wins and seven defeats.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harrison-skupski-beat-krawietz-puetz-to-win-maiden-us-open-men-s-doubles-title-1789274185381">Harrison, Skupski beat Krawietz-Puetz to win maiden US Open men’s doubles title</a>&nbsp;Earlier this year, DC also brought back former captain Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants, with leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving in the opposite direction.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-d-be-open-to-it-mike-hesson-expresses-interest-in-pakistan-test-coaching-role-1789278251514">'I'd be open...': Mike Hesson expresses interest in Pakistan Test coaching role</a>&nbsp;Pant’s return had raised questions over KL Rahul’s future, with Rahul having been DC’s first-choice wicketkeeper-batter. However, franchise co-owner Parth Jindal ended the speculation with a social media post earlier this month.&nbsp;“KL IS KLUTCH FOR @DelhiCapitals – one of the nicest guys I know and one who puts the team before himself always. We have unfinished business and will work hard together to make Delhi proud @IPL,” Jindal wrote on X.&nbsp;Rahul replied to Jindal’s post, writing, “Thank you, can’t wait for the coming season.”

Former Sri Lanka pacer Chaminda Vaas is set to join Delhi Capitals as fast bowling coach as the franchise prepares for the upcoming IPL season.

Delhi Capitals (DC) are continuing to make major changes to their coaching staff after parting ways with head coach Hemang Badani following another disappointing IPL campaign earlier this year. The franchise has reportedly appointed Sri Lanka legend Chaminda Vaas as its new fast-bowling coach. Vaas has already joined DC’s preparatory camp in New Delhi. A member of Sri Lanka’s 1996 ODI World Cup-winning team, Vaas is regarded as one of the best left-arm pacers in cricket history. He picked up 761 wickets across formats during his 15-year international career. According to The Times of India, DC had also spoken to India legends Anil Kumble and Zaheer Khan about coaching roles, but neither deal could be completed. “Talks had progressed with Zaheer to advanced levels. The franchise had approached Kumble as well, but terms of appointment couldn’t be reached,” the publication quoted a source as saying. Vaas is the latest big name to join DC’s new backroom team. Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is expected to serve as the assistant coach, while Sourav Ganguly is likely to be named head coach. Former India spinner Amit Mishra is also reportedly set to be part of the setup. DC have not reached the playoffs since 2021, when they finished at the top of the points table. In IPL 2026, they ended the league stage in sixth place with seven wins and seven defeats. Also Read - Harrison, Skupski beat Krawietz-Puetz to win maiden US Open men’s doubles title Earlier this year, DC also brought back former captain Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants, with leg-spinner Kuldeep Yadav moving in the opposite direction. Also Read - 'I'd be open...': Mike Hesson expresses interest in Pakistan Test coaching role Pant’s return had raised questions over KL Rahul’s future, with Rahul having been DC’s first-choice wicketkeeper-batter. However, franchise co-owner Parth Jindal ended the speculation with a social media post earlier this month. “KL IS KLUTCH FOR @DelhiCapitals – one of the nicest guys I know and one who puts the team before himself always. We have unfinished business and will work hard together to make Delhi proud @IPL,” Jindal wrote on X. Rahul replied to Jindal’s post, writing, “Thank you, can’t wait for the coming season.”

Former Sri Lanka pacer Chaminda Vaas is set to join Delhi Capitals as fast bowling coach as the franchise prepares for the upcoming IPL season.

Delhi Capitals set to appoint Chaminda Vaas as fast bowling coach

From Mohammad Rizwan to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 3000 runs in T20Is. This list also includes Babar Azam, Muhammad Waseem and Aaron Finch

From Mohammad Rizwan to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 3000 runs in T20Is. This list also includes Babar Azam, Muhammad Waseem and Aaron Finch

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 3000 runs in T20Is

Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson has said he would be open to taking charge of the Test team on a permanent basis while continuing his current white-ball duties.Hesson took temporary charge of Pakistan’s red-ball side and said he was willing to continue in the role after Pakistan suffered an eight-wicket defeat to England in the third Test at Edgbaston on Saturday.&nbsp;“I’d be open to it, for sure,” Hesson said at the post-match press conference, as quoted by Cricinfo.&nbsp;Hesson was brought into the Test setup after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) removed regular red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed following Pakistan’s defeat at Lord’s, which sealed the team’s series loss to England.&nbsp;While Hesson had earlier made it clear that his Test role was only temporary, his latest comments suggest he is now interested in taking up the position on a permanent basis.&nbsp;The New Zealand coach also praised the talent available in Pakistan’s Test setup and said the team could improve with the right guidance and development.&nbsp;“I love Test cricket, and there’s enough talent around the system in Pakistan that if we provide some good direction, we can make some strides going forward. It’s not going to happen in a game or two, but there’s some skill there I’d certainly be considering looking after,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harrison-skupski-beat-krawietz-puetz-to-win-maiden-us-open-men-s-doubles-title-1789274185381">Harrison, Skupski beat Krawietz-Puetz to win maiden US Open men’s doubles title</a>&nbsp;However, the final decision will rest with the PCB. Hesson said he has not yet thought about a permanent offer as his immediate focus remains on Pakistan’s white-ball commitments.&nbsp;“I haven’t even contemplated [a job offer] at this stage. I’ve got the Asian Games coming a week after I get back. That’s my main focus in terms of the white ball. By the time that arrives, I’m sure we’ll have some discussions about the Test team going forward. That’s a discussion I’ll have with the selectors.”&nbsp;Pakistan were beaten 3-0 in the Test series, with England winning the third match at Edgbaston by eight wickets on Saturday.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-women-s-asia-cup-final-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1789270936277">IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final: Where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;England chased down a target of 130, finishing on 130/2. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62, while Jordan Cox scored 59 not out.&nbsp;Pakistan were dismissed for 133 in their first innings before making a strong comeback with 449 in the second. Shan Masood scored 95, Babar Azam made 76 and debutant Razaullah contributed 81. Razaullah also shared a 121-run ninth-wicket partnership with Mohammad Abbas, who scored 42.&nbsp;England had earlier made 453 in their first innings, taking a 320-run lead. Harry Brook scored 75, Jamie Smith made 69, Dan Lawrence hit 65, Emilio Gay scored 60 and Ollie Robinson added 50.&nbsp;The result gave England a 3-0 series sweep after they also won the first two Tests at Headingley and Lord’s.

Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson has indicated that he is open to taking on the Test coaching role permanently while continuing with his existing white-ball responsibilities.

Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson has said he would be open to taking charge of the Test team on a permanent basis while continuing his current white-ball duties. Hesson took temporary charge of Pakistan’s red-ball side and said he was willing to continue in the role after Pakistan suffered an eight-wicket defeat to England in the third Test at Edgbaston on Saturday. “I’d be open to it, for sure,” Hesson said at the post-match press conference, as quoted by Cricinfo. Hesson was brought into the Test setup after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) removed regular red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed following Pakistan’s defeat at Lord’s, which sealed the team’s series loss to England. While Hesson had earlier made it clear that his Test role was only temporary, his latest comments suggest he is now interested in taking up the position on a permanent basis. The New Zealand coach also praised the talent available in Pakistan’s Test setup and said the team could improve with the right guidance and development. “I love Test cricket, and there’s enough talent around the system in Pakistan that if we provide some good direction, we can make some strides going forward. It’s not going to happen in a game or two, but there’s some skill there I’d certainly be considering looking after,” he said. Also Read - Harrison, Skupski beat Krawietz-Puetz to win maiden US Open men’s doubles title However, the final decision will rest with the PCB. Hesson said he has not yet thought about a permanent offer as his immediate focus remains on Pakistan’s white-ball commitments. “I haven’t even contemplated [a job offer] at this stage. I’ve got the Asian Games coming a week after I get back. That’s my main focus in terms of the white ball. By the time that arrives, I’m sure we’ll have some discussions about the Test team going forward. That’s a discussion I’ll have with the selectors.” Pakistan were beaten 3-0 in the Test series, with England winning the third match at Edgbaston by eight wickets on Saturday. Also Read - IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final: Where to watch live streaming in India? England chased down a target of 130, finishing on 130/2. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62, while Jordan Cox scored 59 not out. Pakistan were dismissed for 133 in their first innings before making a strong comeback with 449 in the second. Shan Masood scored 95, Babar Azam made 76 and debutant Razaullah contributed 81. Razaullah also shared a 121-run ninth-wicket partnership with Mohammad Abbas, who scored 42. England had earlier made 453 in their first innings, taking a 320-run lead. Harry Brook scored 75, Jamie Smith made 69, Dan Lawrence hit 65, Emilio Gay scored 60 and Ollie Robinson added 50. The result gave England a 3-0 series sweep after they also won the first two Tests at Headingley and Lord’s.

Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson has indicated that he is open to taking on the Test coaching role permanently while continuing with his existing white-ball responsibilities.

'I'd be open to it': Mike Hesson expresses interest in Pakistan Test coaching role

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to win a record eighth Women’s Asia Cup title when they face Chamari Athapaththu’s Sri Lanka in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sept 13). Shafali Verma has been India’s standout batter in the tournament, scoring 168 runs, including two fifties. She is also the tournament’s leading run-scorer and has handled the slow, spin-friendly conditions in Dubai confidently.&nbsp;&nbsp;Smriti Mandhana, who has scored 154 runs, has had an inconsistent campaign, with a century followed by two single-digit scores.&nbsp;&nbsp;Deepti Sharma has led India’s bowling attack and is joint-top on the wicket-takers’ list with Sri Lanka captain Athapaththu, with 11 wickets each.&nbsp;Both India and Sri Lanka enter the final unbeaten and full of confidence. However, India will be aware of the threat posed by a determined Sri Lankan side, which defeated them by eight wickets in the final of the 2024 edition.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-sri-lanka-stun-pakistan-to-seal-final-against-india-1789196020203">Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India</a><h2>IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup 2026 Final : Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final be played?</h2>The final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 13). The toss is scheduled for 7:30 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/record-nine-sixes-on-test-debut-meet-pakistan-s-new-pace-hope-razaullah-1789199429563">Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final?</h2>The livestream of the final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be available on the SonyLIV app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India Women: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Richa Ghosh(w), Deepti Sharma, Bharti Fulmali, Prema Rawat, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Nandani Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy and Gunalan Kamalini&nbsp;Sri Lanka Women: Chamari Athapaththu(c), Imesha Dulani, Sanjana Kavindi, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana(w), Sugandika Kumari, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya, Vishmi Gunaratne, Dewmi Vihanga, Kawya Kavindi and Chethana Vimukthi

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

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to win a record eighth Women’s Asia Cup title when they face Chamari Athapaththu’s Sri Lanka in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sept 13). Shafali Verma has been India’s standout batter in the tournament, scoring 168 runs, including two fifties. She is also the tournament’s leading run-scorer and has handled the slow, spin-friendly conditions in Dubai confidently. Smriti Mandhana, who has scored 154 runs, has had an inconsistent campaign, with a century followed by two single-digit scores. Deepti Sharma has led India’s bowling attack and is joint-top on the wicket-takers’ list with Sri Lanka captain Athapaththu, with 11 wickets each. Both India and Sri Lanka enter the final unbeaten and full of confidence. However, India will be aware of the threat posed by a determined Sri Lankan side, which defeated them by eight wickets in the final of the 2024 edition. Also Read - Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup 2026 Final : Match Details When will the IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final be played? The final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 13). The toss is scheduled for 7:30 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. Also Read - Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final? The livestream of the final between India Women and Sri Lanka Women will be available on the SonyLIV app and website. Squads India Women: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Richa Ghosh(w), Deepti Sharma, Bharti Fulmali, Prema Rawat, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Nandani Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy and Gunalan Kamalini Sri Lanka Women: Chamari Athapaththu(c), Imesha Dulani, Sanjana Kavindi, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana(w), Sugandika Kumari, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya, Vishmi Gunaratne, Dewmi Vihanga, Kawya Kavindi and Chethana Vimukthi

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

IND vs SL, Women's Asia Cup Final: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

England captain Joe Root broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most fifties in Test cricket during England’s eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the third and final Test at Edgbaston on Saturday (Sept 12). Root finished unbeaten on 62 off 39 balls, hitting nine fours, as England chased down 130 to complete a 3-0 series sweep over Pakistan.&nbsp;The half-century took Root’s tally of Test fifties to 69, moving him ahead of Tendulkar, who had 68. Shivnarine Chanderpaul is next on the list with 66, while Allan Border and Rahul Dravid have 63 each. Ricky Ponting has 62.&nbsp;Root also created another milestone at Edgbaston by becoming the first batter to score more than 1,000 Test runs at the venue. It is the fourth ground where he has reached the mark, after Lord’s, Manchester and The Oval.&nbsp;The England batter has scored 2,203 Test runs at Lord’s, 1,128 in Manchester and 1,050 at The Oval. He is now only the third player after Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting to score over 1,000 Test runs at four different venues.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/eng-vs-pak-3rd-test-cox-root-shine-as-england-complete-whitewash-over-pakistan-1789217743695">ENG vs PAK, 3rd Test: Cox, Root shine as England complete whitewash over Pakistan</a>&nbsp;Root’s record-breaking knock came on a memorable day for England, who completed a 3-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan with another dominant performance at Edgbaston.&nbsp;England needed only 130 runs in their second innings and reached the target at 130/2. Root remained unbeaten on 62, while Jordan Cox finished not out on 59.&nbsp;Pakistan were dismissed for just 133 in their first innings but showed much more fight in the second, scoring 449. Shan Masood top-scored with 95, while Babar Azam made 76 and debutant Razaullah scored 81. Razaullah also shared a 121-run ninth-wicket partnership with Mohammad Abbas, who contributed 42.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-frances-tiafoe-in-tears-after-losing-us-open-semi-final-to-ben-shelton-1789209406968">WATCH | Frances Tiafoe in tears after losing US Open semi-final to Ben Shelton</a>&nbsp;England had earlier scored 453 in their first inning s to take a huge 320-run lead. Harry Brook scored 75, Jamie Smith made 69, Dan Lawrence added 65, Emilio Gay scored 60 and Ollie Robinson contributed 50.&nbsp;The victory completed England’s 3-0 series sweep, following their wins at Headingley and Lord’s.

Joe Root scored an unbeaten 62 off 69 balls against Pakistan on Saturday, guiding England to an eight-wicket victory in the third Test in Birmingham.

England captain Joe Root broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most fifties in Test cricket during England’s eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the third and final Test at Edgbaston on Saturday (Sept 12). Root finished unbeaten on 62 off 39 balls, hitting nine fours, as England chased down 130 to complete a 3-0 series sweep over Pakistan. The half-century took Root’s tally of Test fifties to 69, moving him ahead of Tendulkar, who had 68. Shivnarine Chanderpaul is next on the list with 66, while Allan Border and Rahul Dravid have 63 each. Ricky Ponting has 62. Root also created another milestone at Edgbaston by becoming the first batter to score more than 1,000 Test runs at the venue. It is the fourth ground where he has reached the mark, after Lord’s, Manchester and The Oval. The England batter has scored 2,203 Test runs at Lord’s, 1,128 in Manchester and 1,050 at The Oval. He is now only the third player after Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting to score over 1,000 Test runs at four different venues. Also Read - ENG vs PAK, 3rd Test: Cox, Root shine as England complete whitewash over Pakistan Root’s record-breaking knock came on a memorable day for England, who completed a 3-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan with another dominant performance at Edgbaston. England needed only 130 runs in their second innings and reached the target at 130/2. Root remained unbeaten on 62, while Jordan Cox finished not out on 59. Pakistan were dismissed for just 133 in their first innings but showed much more fight in the second, scoring 449. Shan Masood top-scored with 95, while Babar Azam made 76 and debutant Razaullah scored 81. Razaullah also shared a 121-run ninth-wicket partnership with Mohammad Abbas, who contributed 42. Also Read - WATCH | Frances Tiafoe in tears after losing US Open semi-final to Ben Shelton England had earlier scored 453 in their first inning s to take a huge 320-run lead. Harry Brook scored 75, Jamie Smith made 69, Dan Lawrence added 65, Emilio Gay scored 60 and Ollie Robinson contributed 50. The victory completed England’s 3-0 series sweep, following their wins at Headingley and Lord’s.

Joe Root scored an unbeaten 62 off 69 balls against Pakistan on Saturday, guiding England to an eight-wicket victory in the third Test in Birmingham.

ENG vs PAK: Joe Root breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most Test fifties

England completed a 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan after securing an eight-wicket win in the third and final Test at Edgbaston on Saturday (Sept 12). Chasing 130, England reached the target comfortably on the fourth morning, finishing on 130/2 in 24.2 overs. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62 off 69 balls, while Jordan Cox was not out on 59 off 76 deliveries. The victory also saw England record their first home Test series whitewash against Pakistan.&nbsp;Pakistan had been dismissed for just 133 in their first innings but produced a strong fightback in the second. They were eventually bowled out for 449, giving England a target of 130.&nbsp;Captain Shan Masood led the recovery with 95, while Babar Azam scored 76 and Azan Awais added 59. However, the biggest contribution came from Test debutant Razaullah, who smashed 81 off only 63 balls, hitting nine sixes and four fours.&nbsp;Razaullah and Mohammad Abbas, who made 42, put together a crucial 121-run partnership for the ninth wicket. Their efforts helped Pakistan take a 129-run lead.&nbsp;Earlier, Pakistan’s first innings had lasted just 33.5 overs. Saud Shakeel was their top scorer with 43, while Abbas made 21. Tongue claimed 4/42, Ollie Robinson took 3/15 and Jofra Archer finished with 3/25.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-frances-tiafoe-in-tears-after-losing-us-open-semi-final-to-ben-shelton-1789209406968">WATCH | Frances Tiafoe in tears after losing US Open semi-final to Ben Shelton</a>&nbsp;England then piled up 453 in their first innings to gain a huge 320-run lead. Harry Brook top-scored with 75, followed by Jamie Smith’s 69, Dan Lawrence’s 65 and Emilio Gay’s 60. Robinson also struck a quick 50. Razaullah was Pakistan’s best bowler, finishing with 4/148.&nbsp;Pakistan’s second innings got off to a poor start when Robinson dismissed Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique for ducks in the opening over. Masood and Awais then steadied the innings before Babar joined the captain and helped Pakistan recover.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rizwan-imam-ul-haq-questioned-by-pakistan-s-cybercrime-department-in-lahore-1789205208678">Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq questioned by Pakistan’s cybercrime department in Lahore</a>&nbsp;England had already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead before the final Test. They won the first match at Headingley by an innings and 103 runs before beating Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s. The Edgbaston victory completed a dominant 3-0 series win for Joe Root’s side.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

England completed a 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan after Joe Root’s unbeaten 62 helped them secure an eight-wicket win in the third Test at Edgbaston, despite a brief scare during their 130-run chase.

England completed a 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan after securing an eight-wicket win in the third and final Test at Edgbaston on Saturday (Sept 12). Chasing 130, England reached the target comfortably on the fourth morning, finishing on 130/2 in 24.2 overs. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 62 off 69 balls, while Jordan Cox was not out on 59 off 76 deliveries. The victory also saw England record their first home Test series whitewash against Pakistan. Pakistan had been dismissed for just 133 in their first innings but produced a strong fightback in the second. They were eventually bowled out for 449, giving England a target of 130. Captain Shan Masood led the recovery with 95, while Babar Azam scored 76 and Azan Awais added 59. However, the biggest contribution came from Test debutant Razaullah, who smashed 81 off only 63 balls, hitting nine sixes and four fours. Razaullah and Mohammad Abbas, who made 42, put together a crucial 121-run partnership for the ninth wicket. Their efforts helped Pakistan take a 129-run lead. Earlier, Pakistan’s first innings had lasted just 33.5 overs. Saud Shakeel was their top scorer with 43, while Abbas made 21. Tongue claimed 4/42, Ollie Robinson took 3/15 and Jofra Archer finished with 3/25. Also Read - WATCH | Frances Tiafoe in tears after losing US Open semi-final to Ben Shelton England then piled up 453 in their first innings to gain a huge 320-run lead. Harry Brook top-scored with 75, followed by Jamie Smith’s 69, Dan Lawrence’s 65 and Emilio Gay’s 60. Robinson also struck a quick 50. Razaullah was Pakistan’s best bowler, finishing with 4/148. Pakistan’s second innings got off to a poor start when Robinson dismissed Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique for ducks in the opening over. Masood and Awais then steadied the innings before Babar joined the captain and helped Pakistan recover. Also Read - Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq questioned by Pakistan’s cybercrime department in Lahore England had already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead before the final Test. They won the first match at Headingley by an innings and 103 runs before beating Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s. The Edgbaston victory completed a dominant 3-0 series win for Joe Root’s side. With inputs from agencies

England completed a 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan after Joe Root’s unbeaten 62 helped them secure an eight-wicket win in the third Test at Edgbaston, despite a brief scare during their 130-run chase.

ENG vs PAK, 3rd Test: Cox, Root shine as England complete whitewash over Pakistan

India will face Afghanistan in a three-match T20I series in New Delhi from Sept 13 to 17, with several key players left out of the squad. Here’s a look at the top names missing from the Indian team.

India will face Afghanistan in a three-match T20I series in New Delhi from Sept 13 to 17, with several key players left out of the squad. Here’s a look at the top names missing from the Indian team.

From Rinku Singh to Mayank Yadav, 5 players dropped from India’s squad for Afghanistan T20Is

Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq were questioned by the National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore, according to ESPNcricinfo. The two players were among seven cricketers dropped from Pakistan’s squad during the ongoing Test series against England following a 194-run defeat in the second Test at Lord’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;Rizwan and Imam were then asked to appear before the NCCIA and visited its office on Thursday. According to the report, at least one of them spent several hours at the agency.&nbsp;The reason for the questioning has not been made public. It is also not known whether the NCCIA matter is linked to an internal inquiry launched by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) earlier this week.&nbsp;The PCB had not named any players when it announced the inquiry. The board said it had "initiated an internal disciplinary inquiry following media reports concerning discipline and conduct, which are currently being reviewed internally".&nbsp;Reports suggested that at least one of the players received a questionnaire from the NCCIA and is expected to submit the completed document next week.&nbsp;Rizwan had a poor run with the bat during the England tour, scoring 12, 41, 7 and 1 in his four innings. His struggles continued in the two Tests that followed in the Caribbean.&nbsp;Imam, meanwhile, suffered a Grade 1 tear in his left calf on the opening day at Lord’s and did not bat in either of Pakistan’s innings. On the final morning, he tried some light knockdowns during the warm-up but appeared to be uncomfortable.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-afg-1st-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1789201647350">IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;Aaqib Javed, PCB chief selector and director of high performance, later questioned the seriousness of Imam’s injury and suggested that the matter could be investigated.&nbsp;Following the Lord’s defeat, the PCB released seven players from the squad - Rizwan, Imam, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar and Khurram Shahzad. The result came after Pakistan had already suffered an innings and 103-run defeat against England in the series opener at Leeds.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/record-nine-sixes-on-test-debut-meet-pakistan-s-new-pace-hope-razaullah-1789199429563">Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah</a>&nbsp;Pakistan replaced them with five uncapped players, along with Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal. The uncapped players added to the squad were Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa and Razaullah.&nbsp;The PCB also sent head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul back home after the Lord’s loss. Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke, who are part of Pakistan’s white-ball coaching set-up, were brought in as head coach and bowling coach respectively.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq were questioned by Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency over alleged dressing-room leaks, adding to the team’s ongoing disciplinary issues.

Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq were questioned by the National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore, according to ESPNcricinfo. The two players were among seven cricketers dropped from Pakistan’s squad during the ongoing Test series against England following a 194-run defeat in the second Test at Lord’s. Rizwan and Imam were then asked to appear before the NCCIA and visited its office on Thursday. According to the report, at least one of them spent several hours at the agency. The reason for the questioning has not been made public. It is also not known whether the NCCIA matter is linked to an internal inquiry launched by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) earlier this week. The PCB had not named any players when it announced the inquiry. The board said it had "initiated an internal disciplinary inquiry following media reports concerning discipline and conduct, which are currently being reviewed internally". Reports suggested that at least one of the players received a questionnaire from the NCCIA and is expected to submit the completed document next week. Rizwan had a poor run with the bat during the England tour, scoring 12, 41, 7 and 1 in his four innings. His struggles continued in the two Tests that followed in the Caribbean. Imam, meanwhile, suffered a Grade 1 tear in his left calf on the opening day at Lord’s and did not bat in either of Pakistan’s innings. On the final morning, he tried some light knockdowns during the warm-up but appeared to be uncomfortable. Also Read - IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India? Aaqib Javed, PCB chief selector and director of high performance, later questioned the seriousness of Imam’s injury and suggested that the matter could be investigated. Following the Lord’s defeat, the PCB released seven players from the squad - Rizwan, Imam, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar and Khurram Shahzad. The result came after Pakistan had already suffered an innings and 103-run defeat against England in the series opener at Leeds. Also Read - Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah Pakistan replaced them with five uncapped players, along with Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal. The uncapped players added to the squad were Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa and Razaullah. The PCB also sent head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul back home after the Lord’s loss. Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke, who are part of Pakistan’s white-ball coaching set-up, were brought in as head coach and bowling coach respectively. With inputs from agencies

Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq were questioned by Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency over alleged dressing-room leaks, adding to the team’s ongoing disciplinary issues.

Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq questioned by Pakistan’s cybercrime department in Lahore

Jasprit Bumrah’s return to the nets at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday gave India a boost ahead of their first T20I against Afghanistan on Sunday (Sept 13). The practice session was delayed by rain, but once it began, Bumrah bowled with good intensity and also enjoyed an exciting spell with young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.&nbsp;However, the series is also significant for Afghanistan, who are taking another step forward in international cricket. India had earlier hosted several of Afghanistan’s home matches, including their first-ever Test against India in Bengaluru. This time, Afghanistan will officially host India in a bilateral series for the first time.&nbsp;The Afghan players are already well-versed with Indian conditions. Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Rahmanullah Gurbaz have all made an impact in the IPL, while Afghanistan produced one of their biggest World Cup wins when they defeated England in Delhi in 2023.&nbsp;Afghanistan enter the series as a strong T20 side under captain Ibrahim Zadran, with Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Noor Ahmad expected to play key roles. India, meanwhile, have Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy back in the squad but still need to find the right combination at the top of the batting order.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-sri-lanka-stun-pakistan-to-seal-final-against-india-1789196020203">Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India</a><h2>IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs AFG, 1st T20I be played?</h2>The first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Sunday (Sept 13). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/record-nine-sixes-on-test-debut-meet-pakistan-s-new-pace-hope-razaullah-1789199429563">Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 1st T20I?</h2>The livestream of the first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur&nbsp;Afghanistan:&nbsp;Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

Jasprit Bumrah’s return to the nets at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday gave India a boost ahead of their first T20I against Afghanistan on Sunday (Sept 13). The practice session was delayed by rain, but once it began, Bumrah bowled with good intensity and also enjoyed an exciting spell with young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. However, the series is also significant for Afghanistan, who are taking another step forward in international cricket. India had earlier hosted several of Afghanistan’s home matches, including their first-ever Test against India in Bengaluru. This time, Afghanistan will officially host India in a bilateral series for the first time. The Afghan players are already well-versed with Indian conditions. Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Rahmanullah Gurbaz have all made an impact in the IPL, while Afghanistan produced one of their biggest World Cup wins when they defeated England in Delhi in 2023. Afghanistan enter the series as a strong T20 side under captain Ibrahim Zadran, with Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Noor Ahmad expected to play key roles. India, meanwhile, have Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy back in the squad but still need to find the right combination at the top of the batting order. Also Read - Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India IND vs AFG, 1st T20I: Match Details When will the IND vs AFG, 1st T20I be played? The first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Sunday (Sept 13). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Also Read - Record nine sixes on Test debut! Meet Pakistan’s new pace hope Razaullah Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 1st T20I? The livestream of the first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads India: Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

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Razaullah’s Test debut came at a difficult time for Pakistan, as the fast bowler was brought into the playing XI as one of seven changes for the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston. He had played only eight first-class matches before making his international debut. During the match, Razaullah quickly made his presence felt with the ball, bowling at good pace and dismissing England batters Joe Root and Jamie Smith. However, it was his batting that grabbed most of the attention.&nbsp;When Razaullah came to the crease, Pakistan were 312/7 and facing the threat of an innings defeat on Friday. What happened next saw the debutant become one of the biggest talking points of the Test.&nbsp;Razaullah played an attacking knock of 81 off just 63 balls, hitting nine sixes against an England pace attack that included Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue. His aggressive innings helped Pakistan escape a difficult situation and also earned him a place in the record books. His nine sixes equalled the record for the most sixes by a batter in a Test innings on debut.&nbsp;However, his stunning performance at Edgbaston was not completely unexpected, as the Mardan-born cricketer had already shown his batting ability in domestic cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;He made his first-class debut in Nov 2025 and scored a century for Peshawar in one of his early matches after opening the innings.&nbsp;Despite his batting skills, Razaullah’s main role remains that of a fast bowler.&nbsp;He gave an early indication of his ability with the ball at Edgbaston when he dismissed England great Joe Root with his fourth delivery in Test cricket. Although his bowling figures later became expensive, but the wicket showed why Pakistan had backed him during a period of major changes in the team.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-sri-lanka-stun-pakistan-to-seal-final-against-india-1789196020203">Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India</a>&nbsp;After Pakistan’s defeat at Lord’s, the team went through a major overhaul, with seven players dropped and two coaches also removed. Razaullah was added to the XI at short notice and had very little time to prepare for international cricket.&nbsp;Instead of feeling overwhelmed, he embraced the opportunity.&nbsp;“I enjoyed the standing ovation,” Razaullah said with a smile at the press conference. “I like to enjoy life and I was relishing the moment.”&nbsp;His calm nature was also clear in his batting. Razaullah faced England’s pace attack without fear, trusting his own ability instead of worrying about his opponents.&nbsp;&nbsp;“I was being selective with which balls to slog, but they all seemed within range,” he said casually. “I wanted to take it as deep as possible. I wasn’t scared of pace. I wanted to punish the balls from Archer that landed on a hard length. There’s nothing to be scared of when you’re playing for your country. I was just enjoying myself.”&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/beyond-the-scoreboard-former-aussie-batter-david-warner-on-fans-culture-and-life-after-cricket-1789120951406">'Beyond the Scoreboard': Ex-Aussie Warner on fans, culture, &amp; life after cricket</a>&nbsp;By the time Razaullah was dismissed for 81, Pakistan had turned the match around. Instead of facing an innings defeat, they had put England in a position where they needed to chase a target in the fourth innings.&nbsp;“I just believed in myself. I thought if I played 50 balls, I’d get a positive result. And thankfully that happened,” he said.

Pakistan were 312 for seven and in danger of an innings defeat against England when debutant Razaullah hit a brilliant 81, including nine sixes, to change the course of the match.

Razaullah’s Test debut came at a difficult time for Pakistan, as the fast bowler was brought into the playing XI as one of seven changes for the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston. He had played only eight first-class matches before making his international debut. During the match, Razaullah quickly made his presence felt with the ball, bowling at good pace and dismissing England batters Joe Root and Jamie Smith. However, it was his batting that grabbed most of the attention. When Razaullah came to the crease, Pakistan were 312/7 and facing the threat of an innings defeat on Friday. What happened next saw the debutant become one of the biggest talking points of the Test. Razaullah played an attacking knock of 81 off just 63 balls, hitting nine sixes against an England pace attack that included Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue. His aggressive innings helped Pakistan escape a difficult situation and also earned him a place in the record books. His nine sixes equalled the record for the most sixes by a batter in a Test innings on debut. However, his stunning performance at Edgbaston was not completely unexpected, as the Mardan-born cricketer had already shown his batting ability in domestic cricket. He made his first-class debut in Nov 2025 and scored a century for Peshawar in one of his early matches after opening the innings. Despite his batting skills, Razaullah’s main role remains that of a fast bowler. He gave an early indication of his ability with the ball at Edgbaston when he dismissed England great Joe Root with his fourth delivery in Test cricket. Although his bowling figures later became expensive, but the wicket showed why Pakistan had backed him during a period of major changes in the team. Also Read - Women’s Asia Cup 2026: Sri Lanka stun Pakistan to seal final against India After Pakistan’s defeat at Lord’s, the team went through a major overhaul, with seven players dropped and two coaches also removed. Razaullah was added to the XI at short notice and had very little time to prepare for international cricket. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, he embraced the opportunity. “I enjoyed the standing ovation,” Razaullah said with a smile at the press conference. “I like to enjoy life and I was relishing the moment.” His calm nature was also clear in his batting. Razaullah faced England’s pace attack without fear, trusting his own ability instead of worrying about his opponents. “I was being selective with which balls to slog, but they all seemed within range,” he said casually. “I wanted to take it as deep as possible. I wasn’t scared of pace. I wanted to punish the balls from Archer that landed on a hard length. There’s nothing to be scared of when you’re playing for your country. I was just enjoying myself.” Also Read - 'Beyond the Scoreboard': Ex-Aussie Warner on fans, culture, & life after cricket By the time Razaullah was dismissed for 81, Pakistan had turned the match around. Instead of facing an innings defeat, they had put England in a position where they needed to chase a target in the fourth innings. “I just believed in myself. I thought if I played 50 balls, I’d get a positive result. And thankfully that happened,” he said.

Pakistan were 312 for seven and in danger of an innings defeat against England when debutant Razaullah hit a brilliant 81, including nine sixes, to change the course of the match.

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Defending champions Sri Lanka edged past Pakistan by four wickets in a thrilling second semi-final to set up a Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 final against unbeaten India on Sunday. Chasing 131, Sri Lanka were in deep trouble after losing two wickets for five runs and then slipping to 33/4, however, Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari brought their team back into the game with a crucial 67-run partnership.&nbsp;&nbsp;Samarawickrama scored 36 off 31 balls, while Dilhari made 33 off 33 as the duo helped Sri Lanka move closer to the target.&nbsp;Pakistan captain Fatima Sana kept her team in the contest by removing both set batters in her second spell and finished with excellent figures of 4/36.&nbsp;Earlier, Sana had played a key role with the bat as well. After Pakistan were reduced to 52/4, she scored 47 off 36 balls to help her side post 130/5.&nbsp;Sana played an aggressive knock, striking several boundaries and a six to help Pakistan add 78 runs in the final 10 overs after Sri Lanka’s spinners had kept them under pressure early on.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Sri Lanka, captain Chamari Athapaththu made a huge impact with the ball, taking two wickets in her first two overs. She dismissed Shawaal Zulfiqar and Ayesha Zafar, while Sugandika Kumari removed Muneeba Ali to leave Pakistan struggling.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/beyond-the-scoreboard-former-aussie-batter-david-warner-on-fans-culture-and-life-after-cricket-1789120951406">'Beyond the Scoreboard': Former Aussie batter David Warner on fans, culture, and life after cricket</a>&nbsp;Seventeen-year-old left-arm spinner Chamudi Prabodha then added to Pakistan’s problems by having Sadaf Shamas stumped in the 10th over. Pakistan were reduced to 52/4 at that stage.&nbsp;Sana then took charge of the innings. After not scoring from her first six balls, she began attacking the Sri Lankan bowlers and guided Pakistan to a competitive total.&nbsp;Sri Lanka’s chase got off to a poor start, with Sana dismissing two of their top three batters, including Athapaththu, during her opening spell.&nbsp;Samarawickrama and Dilhari then rebuilt the innings with a 67-run stand, but Sana returned towards the end and dismissed both batters, giving Pakistan renewed hope; however, Sri Lanka’s lower order remained calm under pressure.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-pacer-siraj-says-his-body-doesn-t-handle-long-breaks-well-1789114286876">India pacer Siraj says his body 'doesn't handle long breaks well'</a>&nbsp;Nilakshika Silva and Kaushini Nuthyangana took Sri Lanka closer to the target. Nuthyangana then hit a six to leave Sri Lanka needing just five runs from 11 balls.&nbsp;Sri Lanka completed the chase with eight balls remaining. Nilakshika hit Sana for the winning boundary to seal a four-wicket victory.&nbsp;The win sent Sri Lanka into their second straight Women’s T20 Asia Cup final, where they will meet India. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side had beaten Bangladesh by 40 runs in the first semi-final.&nbsp;India have remained unbeaten throughout the tournament and had also defeated Sri Lanka in the league stage. However, the defending champions will take plenty of confidence into Sunday’s final after recovering from another difficult position against Pakistan.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

India will face defending champions Sri Lanka in a repeat of the previous edition’s final in the Women’s Asia Cup summit clash in Dubai on Sunday, after Sri Lanka secured a four-wicket win over Pakistan on Friday.

Defending champions Sri Lanka edged past Pakistan by four wickets in a thrilling second semi-final to set up a Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 final against unbeaten India on Sunday. Chasing 131, Sri Lanka were in deep trouble after losing two wickets for five runs and then slipping to 33/4, however, Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari brought their team back into the game with a crucial 67-run partnership. Samarawickrama scored 36 off 31 balls, while Dilhari made 33 off 33 as the duo helped Sri Lanka move closer to the target. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana kept her team in the contest by removing both set batters in her second spell and finished with excellent figures of 4/36. Earlier, Sana had played a key role with the bat as well. After Pakistan were reduced to 52/4, she scored 47 off 36 balls to help her side post 130/5. Sana played an aggressive knock, striking several boundaries and a six to help Pakistan add 78 runs in the final 10 overs after Sri Lanka’s spinners had kept them under pressure early on. For Sri Lanka, captain Chamari Athapaththu made a huge impact with the ball, taking two wickets in her first two overs. She dismissed Shawaal Zulfiqar and Ayesha Zafar, while Sugandika Kumari removed Muneeba Ali to leave Pakistan struggling. Also Read - 'Beyond the Scoreboard': Former Aussie batter David Warner on fans, culture, and life after cricket Seventeen-year-old left-arm spinner Chamudi Prabodha then added to Pakistan’s problems by having Sadaf Shamas stumped in the 10th over. Pakistan were reduced to 52/4 at that stage. Sana then took charge of the innings. After not scoring from her first six balls, she began attacking the Sri Lankan bowlers and guided Pakistan to a competitive total. Sri Lanka’s chase got off to a poor start, with Sana dismissing two of their top three batters, including Athapaththu, during her opening spell. Samarawickrama and Dilhari then rebuilt the innings with a 67-run stand, but Sana returned towards the end and dismissed both batters, giving Pakistan renewed hope; however, Sri Lanka’s lower order remained calm under pressure. Also Read - India pacer Siraj says his body 'doesn't handle long breaks well' Nilakshika Silva and Kaushini Nuthyangana took Sri Lanka closer to the target. Nuthyangana then hit a six to leave Sri Lanka needing just five runs from 11 balls. Sri Lanka completed the chase with eight balls remaining. Nilakshika hit Sana for the winning boundary to seal a four-wicket victory. The win sent Sri Lanka into their second straight Women’s T20 Asia Cup final, where they will meet India. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side had beaten Bangladesh by 40 runs in the first semi-final. India have remained unbeaten throughout the tournament and had also defeated Sri Lanka in the league stage. However, the defending champions will take plenty of confidence into Sunday’s final after recovering from another difficult position against Pakistan. With inputs from agencies

India will face defending champions Sri Lanka in a repeat of the previous edition’s final in the Women’s Asia Cup summit clash in Dubai on Sunday, after Sri Lanka secured a four-wicket win over Pakistan on Friday.

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David Warner is one of the best opening batters the world has ever seen. The former Aussie played 112 Tests donning the famous Baggy Green and scored 8,786 runs. In ODIs, he wore the yellow jersey 161 times and scored 6,932 runs and retired from international cricket in 2024. The Aussie has also long been part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which he has played since 2009 and represented two teams - SunRisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals - entertaining millions of fans.In a recent interview with Parimatch Sports, the Aussie talked about evolution of cricket fandom, his special connection with Indian fans and what it takes to create moments that truly resonate with people.Q1: You've played cricket all over the world. How has the relationship between athletes and fans changed since you started your career? David Warner: When I started, most of your interaction with fans happened at the ground. You'd play the match, maybe sign a few autographs afterwards, and that was pretty much it. Today, it's completely different. Fans follow your journey every day through social media, interviews, short videos and everything happening away from the game. That also means athletes have a chance to show more of who they are. People still care about performances, but they also want to understand the person behind them. An honest connection can last much longer than any result on the scoreboard.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-pacer-siraj-says-his-body-doesn-t-handle-long-breaks-well-1789114286876">India pacer Siraj says his body 'doesn't handle long breaks well'</a> Q2: You have a special relationship with Indian fans that extends well beyond your performances on the pitch. What do you think helped build that connection? David Warner: I think the biggest thing was showing respect for the culture and not being afraid to have some fun. Cricket means so much in India, but so does entertainment. The music, the films and the humour are all part of everyday life. When I started making those videos and joining in with trends, it wasn't because someone told me to do it. I genuinely enjoyed it. Fans can tell when something feels natural, and I think that's why they connected with it. Whether it's through cricket, a funny video or simply sharing a moment with fans. Q3: You've created many memorable moments for fans both on and off the field. What do you think makes a moment something people remember? David Warner: The best sports moments create an emotional connection. Sometimes it's a great story, sometimes it's humour, sometimes it's something completely unexpected. If people are still talking about it or sharing it a week later, that's usually a sign you've done something right. Q4: You've taken part in many projects outside the game. What makes you decide which ones feel right for you? David Warner: For me, it's pretty simple. I want it to feel authentic and enjoyable. If it feels like something fans will genuinely have fun with, I'm interested. I don't want to be standing in front of a camera just holding a product. I'd rather be part of something with a bit of personality. One example was the recent limited-edition T-shirt with Parimatch Sports. When I first saw the design, I immediately connected with it. It brought together lotus flowers, sacred animals and a cricketer, all woven into one illustration. I loved how it captured the culture and passion around cricket in India in a way that felt personal to me. It represented the connection between cricket, India and the fans. Q5: How important has life outside cricket become for you as your career has evolved? David Warner: I think it has become really important. When you're playing cricket all the time, you can get caught up in the game and everything that comes with it. Having time away from cricket gave me the chance to spend more time with my family and focus on myself as a person. For me, it's about getting the best out of myself in every part of life. Cricket is a huge part of who I am, but it's not the only part.

David Warner shared how fan interactions shifted to digital spaces, his genuine love for Indian culture built a strong bond, and balancing life outside cricket keeps him grounded.

David Warner is one of the best opening batters the world has ever seen. The former Aussie played 112 Tests donning the famous Baggy Green and scored 8,786 runs. In ODIs, he wore the yellow jersey 161 times and scored 6,932 runs and retired from international cricket in 2024. The Aussie has also long been part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which he has played since 2009 and represented two teams - SunRisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals - entertaining millions of fans. In a recent interview with Parimatch Sports, the Aussie talked about evolution of cricket fandom, his special connection with Indian fans and what it takes to create moments that truly resonate with people. Q1: You've played cricket all over the world. How has the relationship between athletes and fans changed since you started your career? David Warner: When I started, most of your interaction with fans happened at the ground. You'd play the match, maybe sign a few autographs afterwards, and that was pretty much it. Today, it's completely different. Fans follow your journey every day through social media, interviews, short videos and everything happening away from the game. That also means athletes have a chance to show more of who they are. People still care about performances, but they also want to understand the person behind them. An honest connection can last much longer than any result on the scoreboard. Also Read - India pacer Siraj says his body 'doesn't handle long breaks well' Q2: You have a special relationship with Indian fans that extends well beyond your performances on the pitch. What do you think helped build that connection? David Warner: I think the biggest thing was showing respect for the culture and not being afraid to have some fun. Cricket means so much in India, but so does entertainment. The music, the films and the humour are all part of everyday life. When I started making those videos and joining in with trends, it wasn't because someone told me to do it. I genuinely enjoyed it. Fans can tell when something feels natural, and I think that's why they connected with it. Whether it's through cricket, a funny video or simply sharing a moment with fans. Q3: You've created many memorable moments for fans both on and off the field. What do you think makes a moment something people remember? David Warner: The best sports moments create an emotional connection. Sometimes it's a great story, sometimes it's humour, sometimes it's something completely unexpected. If people are still talking about it or sharing it a week later, that's usually a sign you've done something right. Q4: You've taken part in many projects outside the game. What makes you decide which ones feel right for you? David Warner: For me, it's pretty simple. I want it to feel authentic and enjoyable. If it feels like something fans will genuinely have fun with, I'm interested. I don't want to be standing in front of a camera just holding a product. I'd rather be part of something with a bit of personality. One example was the recent limited-edition T-shirt with Parimatch Sports. When I first saw the design, I immediately connected with it. It brought together lotus flowers, sacred animals and a cricketer, all woven into one illustration. I loved how it captured the culture and passion around cricket in India in a way that felt personal to me. It represented the connection between cricket, India and the fans. Q5: How important has life outside cricket become for you as your career has evolved? David Warner: I think it has become really important. When you're playing cricket all the time, you can get caught up in the game and everything that comes with it. Having time away from cricket gave me the chance to spend more time with my family and focus on myself as a person. For me, it's about getting the best out of myself in every part of life. Cricket is a huge part of who I am, but it's not the only part.

David Warner shared how fan interactions shifted to digital spaces, his genuine love for Indian culture built a strong bond, and balancing life outside cricket keeps him grounded.

'Beyond the Scoreboard': Former Aussie batter David Warner on fans, culture, and life after cricket

Mohammed Siraj is one of India's premier fast bowlers now, and he was leading the pace attack on the recent Test tour of Sri Lanka. The pacer, however, was out of sync for the most part and said it was because of the two-month break he got before the series. Siraj's trouble with rhythm continued in the first innings of the Duleep Trophy final, in which he turned up for South Zone against East Zone, conceding 140 runs in 25 overs at 5.60 per over as East Zone piled up a match-winning 708 runs.<h2>Siraj says long break messed up rhythm</h2>At a time when frequent injuries to Indian players have brought workload management into the spotlight, Siraj's comments about 'getting too much break' are a bit interesting."I'm purely a rhythm bowler. If I'm not in sync, I simply can't explode through the crease. That was the struggle in Sri Lanka—my run-up felt disjointed. Some strides were too short, others were too long, and that broke my flow and cost me pace," said the pacer after the final day of the Duleep Trophy final in sweltering Chennai.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/duleep-trophy-final-kishan-leads-east-zone-to-first-title-in-13-years-with-350-runs-vs-south-zone-1789037623806">Duleep Trophy Final: Kishan leads East Zone to first title in 13 years</a>"Every bowler's body is different, but mine doesn't handle long breaks well. A short breather is fine, but in my 10-year career, I had never taken two full months off. I was working out in the gym and bowling occasionally, but no amount of practice can replicate match intensity. It was a new experience, but a valuable learning curve for me going forward," he added.<h2>What's next for India and Siraj?</h2>India next play a three-match T20I series against Afghanistan from September 13 in New Delhi, with the next two matches scheduled for Sep 15 and 17. The Men in Blue will then go to Japan for the 2026 Asian Games while hosting West Indies for an ODI series at home during the same period. Siraj isn't part of India's squad for either the Afghanistan series or the Asian Games.

Mohammed Siraj admitted a 2-month break disrupted his rhythm, leading to struggles in Sri Lanka and 0/140 in the Duleep Trophy final. He is rested for India's upcoming T20I series vs Afghanistan.

Mohammed Siraj is one of India's premier fast bowlers now, and he was leading the pace attack on the recent Test tour of Sri Lanka. The pacer, however, was out of sync for the most part and said it was because of the two-month break he got before the series. Siraj's trouble with rhythm continued in the first innings of the Duleep Trophy final, in which he turned up for South Zone against East Zone, conceding 140 runs in 25 overs at 5.60 per over as East Zone piled up a match-winning 708 runs. Siraj says long break messed up rhythm At a time when frequent injuries to Indian players have brought workload management into the spotlight, Siraj's comments about 'getting too much break' are a bit interesting. "I'm purely a rhythm bowler. If I'm not in sync, I simply can't explode through the crease. That was the struggle in Sri Lanka—my run-up felt disjointed. Some strides were too short, others were too long, and that broke my flow and cost me pace," said the pacer after the final day of the Duleep Trophy final in sweltering Chennai. Also Read - Duleep Trophy Final: Kishan leads East Zone to first title in 13 years "Every bowler's body is different, but mine doesn't handle long breaks well. A short breather is fine, but in my 10-year career, I had never taken two full months off. I was working out in the gym and bowling occasionally, but no amount of practice can replicate match intensity. It was a new experience, but a valuable learning curve for me going forward," he added. What's next for India and Siraj? India next play a three-match T20I series against Afghanistan from September 13 in New Delhi, with the next two matches scheduled for Sep 15 and 17. The Men in Blue will then go to Japan for the 2026 Asian Games while hosting West Indies for an ODI series at home during the same period. Siraj isn't part of India's squad for either the Afghanistan series or the Asian Games.

Mohammed Siraj admitted a 2-month break disrupted his rhythm, leading to struggles in Sri Lanka and 0/140 in the Duleep Trophy final. He is rested for India's upcoming T20I series vs Afghanistan.

India pacer Siraj says his body 'doesn't handle long breaks well'

India pacer Mohammed Shami may be past 36, but the bowler—who last played for India in the Champions Trophy 2025 final and last played red-ball cricket in the WTC 2023 finalisn't letting go of his motivation. In his 100th first-class game, he helped East Zone win the Duleep Trophy after 13 years, taking 2/42 in the only innings East Zone bowled, dismissing Shaik Rasheed and R Smaran. It is not completely unlikely that Shami will feature for India again, but the road ahead seems difficult, and the bowler isn't shy of the challenge.<h2>Shami reveals what keeps him motivated</h2>After the final day of the Duleep Trophy final (Sep 10), held at Chepauk in Chennai, Shami revealed what keeps him motivated, saying: "There are plenty of reasons to stay motivated if you look for them. At this level, if you aren't self-motivated, your approach is wrong. No matter what stage you're playing at, your eyes must always be set on the next level.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-t20-2026-india-march-into-final-with-40-run-win-over-bangladesh-1789094522508">Women's Asia Cup T20 2026: India march into final with 40-run win over Bangladesh</a>"When you wear that crest on your chest, the level of cricket doesn't matter. If you play for the badge, that hunger will naturally show. Your willingness to fight only grows when you play with that pride. My mindset is simple: whichever level I get an opportunity to play, I want to make it count and fulfil my responsibility toward the team," he added.<h2>Shami's career in numbers</h2>Shami has played 64 Tests for India after making his debut in 2013 and has taken 229 wickets - the sixth-most for an Indian pacer behind Kapil Dev (434), Ishant Sharma (311), Zaheer Khan (311), Javagal Srinath (236), and Jasprit Bumrah (234). In ODIs, he made his debut in 2013 against Pakistan in New Delhi and has played 108 matches for 206 wickets - the fifth-most for an Indian pacer behind Srinath (315), Ajit Agarkar (288), Zaheer (269), and Kapil (253). In T20Is, Shami has donned the Indian jersey 25 times and has taken 27 wickets.

Mohammed Shami took 2/42 in his 100th First-Class match to help East Zone win the Duleep Trophy. The 36-year-old pacer (229 Test, 206 ODI wickets) remains motivated to play for India again.

India pacer Mohammed Shami may be past 36, but the bowler—who last played for India in the Champions Trophy 2025 final and last played red-ball cricket in the WTC 2023 finalisn't letting go of his motivation. In his 100th first-class game, he helped East Zone win the Duleep Trophy after 13 years, taking 2/42 in the only innings East Zone bowled, dismissing Shaik Rasheed and R Smaran. It is not completely unlikely that Shami will feature for India again, but the road ahead seems difficult, and the bowler isn't shy of the challenge. Shami reveals what keeps him motivated After the final day of the Duleep Trophy final (Sep 10), held at Chepauk in Chennai, Shami revealed what keeps him motivated, saying: "There are plenty of reasons to stay motivated if you look for them. At this level, if you aren't self-motivated, your approach is wrong. No matter what stage you're playing at, your eyes must always be set on the next level. Also Read - Women's Asia Cup T20 2026: India march into final with 40-run win over Bangladesh "When you wear that crest on your chest, the level of cricket doesn't matter. If you play for the badge, that hunger will naturally show. Your willingness to fight only grows when you play with that pride. My mindset is simple: whichever level I get an opportunity to play, I want to make it count and fulfil my responsibility toward the team," he added. Shami's career in numbers Shami has played 64 Tests for India after making his debut in 2013 and has taken 229 wickets - the sixth-most for an Indian pacer behind Kapil Dev (434), Ishant Sharma (311), Zaheer Khan (311), Javagal Srinath (236), and Jasprit Bumrah (234). In ODIs, he made his debut in 2013 against Pakistan in New Delhi and has played 108 matches for 206 wickets - the fifth-most for an Indian pacer behind Srinath (315), Ajit Agarkar (288), Zaheer (269), and Kapil (253). In T20Is, Shami has donned the Indian jersey 25 times and has taken 27 wickets.

Mohammed Shami took 2/42 in his 100th First-Class match to help East Zone win the Duleep Trophy. The 36-year-old pacer (229 Test, 206 ODI wickets) remains motivated to play for India again.

India pacer Shami, 36, reveals what keeps him motivated to continue to play

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