Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh made a strong start on his return to the side on Sunday (Jan 18), removing Henry Nicholls in his very first over during the third ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. The wicket was fell on the fourth ball of New Zealand’s innings. Arshdeep bowled a good-length delivery that moved slightly away from the batter. Nicholls looked unsure and tried to leave the ball at the last moment, but it took an inside edge and hit the stumps. He was dismissed for a duck, leaving New Zealand at 5 for one in 0.4 overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-got-the-benefit-of-being-an-all-rounder-ayush-badoni-on-maiden-india-call-up-1768717890955">'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up</a><h2>Watch the video&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Fabulous start this from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> 🔥 Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana have dismissed both the New Zealand openers 🙌 Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/KR2ertVmpx">https://t.co/KR2ertVmpx</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/fyKf3g0qCO">pic.twitter.com/fyKf3g0qCO</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2012800253057962249?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, Harshit Rana also made an immediate impact, dismissing Devon Conway with his first ball. Conway scored five runs from four deliveries. At the time of writing, New Zealand were 11 for two after three overs, with Will Young and Daryl Mitchell at the crease. &nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-indore-arshdeep-returns-as-india-bowl-first-after-winning-toss-check-team-sheets-1768722443004">IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: Arshdeep returns as India bowl first | check team sheets</a><h2>IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI - Playing XI's</h2>New Zealand: Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay (wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell (captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox&nbsp;India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh

Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh made a strong start on his return to the side on Sunday (Jan 18), removing Henry Nicholls in his very first over during the third ODI against New Zealand at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. The wicket was fell on the fourth ball of New Zealand’s innings. Arshdeep bowled a good-length delivery that moved slightly away from the batter. Nicholls looked unsure and tried to leave the ball at the last moment, but it took an inside edge and hit the stumps. He was dismissed for a duck, leaving New Zealand at 5 for one in 0.4 overs. Also Read - 'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up Watch the video

Earlier, India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first. Arshdeep Singh replaced Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI. While, New Zealand went in with the same team that won the second ODI by seven wickets.

Arshdeep Singh strikes in first over on ODI return, removes Nicholls for golden duck - WATCH

Several superstars, current and former, made this list, including the ‘Universe Boss’. As players worldwide continue to stack up their T20 runs, let’s check who was the quickest to 10,000 runs in this format.

Several superstars, current and former, made this list, including the ‘Universe Boss’. As players worldwide continue to stack up their T20 runs, let’s check who was the quickest to 10,000 runs in this format.

Meet 5 Players fastest to 10,000 T20 Runs

Delhi cricketer Ayush Badoni thanked everyone after earning his first India call-up, saying that the extra practice he has put into his bowling over the last few years has helped him develop into a true all-rounder. The 26-year-old was included in India’s ODI squad for the ongoing three-match series against New Zealand after Washington Sundar was ruled out due to injury following the first match. The series is currently tied 1-1, with the final game set to be played at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). Badoni did not play in the second ODI, which India lost, but he remains hopeful of getting a chance, especially considering his recent performances.&nbsp;Speaking in a video shared by BCCI.tv, Badoni recalled how he found out about his selection. He said he was with the Delhi team, preparing for a quarter-final match against Vidarbha, when he received the news. He informed his roommate Priyansh that he might be leaving the team and that Priyansh could take over as captain. Badoni described the moment as special and said he felt thankful for the opportunity.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I was with the Delhi team, I was captain there and our next day match was the quarter-finals against Vidarbha. That's when I got to know about it. Priyansh was my roommate, so I told him that this could happen and I'll be going, so maybe you'll be the captain," Badoni said on his call-up in a video shared by bcci.tv.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-indore-arshdeep-returns-as-india-bowl-first-after-winning-toss-check-team-sheets-1768722443004">IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: Arshdeep returns as India bowl first after winning toss | check team sheets</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">That 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝘂𝗽 feeling ✨ 🎥 🔽 Hear from Ayush Badoni on his dream come true moment, sharing the dressing room with greats, and his rise as an all-rounder 👏 - By <a href="https://twitter.com/RajalArora?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RajalArora</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/m3UXB8t4zT">https://t.co/m3UXB8t4zT</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2012730726425280696?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Badoni also shared that he received the call late at night, so his family only found out the next morning when the squad was announced. He said they were very happy and proud. He added that the coaches and players welcomed him warmly, which made him feel comfortable, especially since he has played with or against many of them before. &nbsp;&nbsp;"I got a call late at night, so I couldn't tell them. It was announced in the morning, that's when they got to know and they were also very happy and proud. All the coaches and the players were very welcoming to me and I really liked it. I've played with and against most of them so it was nice to meet everyone again," said Badoni.&nbsp;Talking about his development as a player, Badoni said that while he earlier focused mainly on batting, but later he has worked hard on his bowling over the last two years. He believes his ability to take wickets has helped him to add more value to the team. His performances with the ball for Delhi played an important role in him being picked as an all-rounder.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Preparation was very clear. Earlier, I used to bat, but since the last two years, I've been focusing a lot on my bowling. I always feel that I can take wickets and contribute to the team with my bowling. So I got the benefit of being an all-rounder. I've bowled a lot for Delhi, taken wickets, and benefited from it," he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-women-s-tour-of-australia-2026-bcci-announces-white-ball-squads-vaishnavi-earns-maiden-odi-call-up-1768708860619">India women's tour of Australia 2026: BCCI announces white-ball squads</a>&nbsp;Badoni also spoke about sharing the dressing room with experienced players. He said he tries to learn as much as possible from the senior members of the squad, as their experience helps to improve his game. He added that he enjoys spending time with his teammates, mentioning that he shares a good bond with players like Harshit, Arshdeep and Shreyas, making the overall experience even more enjoyable.

Badoni also spoke about sharing the dressing room with experienced players. He said he tries to learn as much as possible from the senior members of the squad, as their experience helps to improve his game.

Delhi cricketer Ayush Badoni thanked everyone after earning his first India call-up, saying that the extra practice he has put into his bowling over the last few years has helped him develop into a true all-rounder. The 26-year-old was included in India’s ODI squad for the ongoing three-match series against New Zealand after Washington Sundar was ruled out due to injury following the first match. The series is currently tied 1-1, with the final game set to be played at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). Badoni did not play in the second ODI, which India lost, but he remains hopeful of getting a chance, especially considering his recent performances. Speaking in a video shared by BCCI.tv, Badoni recalled how he found out about his selection. He said he was with the Delhi team, preparing for a quarter-final match against Vidarbha, when he received the news. He informed his roommate Priyansh that he might be leaving the team and that Priyansh could take over as captain. Badoni described the moment as special and said he felt thankful for the opportunity. "I was with the Delhi team, I was captain there and our next day match was the quarter-finals against Vidarbha. That's when I got to know about it. Priyansh was my roommate, so I told him that this could happen and I'll be going, so maybe you'll be the captain," Badoni said on his call-up in a video shared by bcci.tv. Also Read - IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: Arshdeep returns as India bowl first after winning toss | check team sheets

Badoni also spoke about sharing the dressing room with experienced players. He said he tries to learn as much as possible from the senior members of the squad, as their experience helps to improve his game.

'Got the benefit of being an all-rounder': Ayush Badoni on maiden India call-up

Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first against New Zealand in the third and final ODI at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.&nbsp;<h3>Here are the two teams for the final One-Dayer</h3>India – Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj &nbsp;New Zealand – Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay(wk), Michael Bracewell(captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Toss Update 🚨 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> win the toss in the decider and elect to bowl first. Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/KR2ertVUf5">https://t.co/KR2ertVUf5</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/2VBlbox60u">pic.twitter.com/2VBlbox60u</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2012791003334455478?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

While Indore remains a happy hunting ground for Team India, who have yet to lose a 50-over game here, New Zealand will enter this contest on the back of a magnificent run chase in Rajkot, led by Daryl Mitchell’s hundred.&nbsp;At the toss, Gill acknowledged the challenge in front of his team, adding that the dew is unlikely to play a role in the decider. New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell, on the other hand, also admitted wanting to chase in Indore. &nbsp;“We will bowl first. That's what we spoke (on the decision to bowl), batting first, New Zealand put us under pressure. One of the decisions we're bowling first is that the surface looks good, don't expect a lot of dew, runs on the board would let us chase better. Need to vary our lengths in the middle-overs, that's what we want to do. One change, Arshdeep comes in place of Prasidh,” Indian captain Gill said at the toss.&nbsp; &nbsp;“We would have bowled first, but I think it looks like a good surface, and I guess we're going to quickly shift to the mindset of batting first. That's right, it's a big, exciting opportunity for us to win a series over here in the one-day format. I think they've shown good temperament. They're getting used to international cricket and have made a good fist of it so far (on the new faces). With the series on the line, you want to be able to do that stuff under pressure. So, I'm looking forward to seeing how they go again tonight. No changes from the last game,” Bracewell said. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Arshdeep struck gold in his first over, dismissing NZ opener Henry Nicholas, bowled on a first-ball duck.

While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.

Indian captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first against New Zealand in the third and final ODI at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider. Here are the two teams for the final One-Dayer India – Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj New Zealand – Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay(wk), Michael Bracewell(captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox

While India brought in left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh for Prasidh Krishna, the Kiwis picked the unchanged XI for the series-decider.

IND vs NZ 3rd ODI: Arshdeep returns as India bowl first after winning toss | check team sheets

Usain Bolt and the Olympics go hand-in-hand. The quickest sprinter of all time, also a true Olympian in every sense, could return to the summer’s greatest party in Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympic Games, but not in the discipline in which he achieved greatness, athletics. The Jamaican hero, who won a cabinet full of gold medals in three successive Games from 2008 onwards, could be back, perhaps for one last time, in a newly added discipline to the Olympic programme for the LA28 Games.&nbsp;Cricket, one of the five new disciplines added for the next Summer Games, to be hosted in the United States, could see the return of Bolt in Jamaica’s cricket team, provided they call him. Having announced his retirement from professional sprinting nine years ago (after the 2017 World Championships), Bolt could don the Jamaican jersey, but in cricket - a sport he closely followed and adored all his life. &nbsp;Before he switched to athletics, Bolt aspired to become a fast bowler, having watched some of the deadliest pacers etch their names in cricket history while growing up. Speaking to Esquire on the eve of the Doha Marathon, Bolt said, “I am happily retired from professional sport. I haven’t played cricket in a long time, but if they call, I will be ready.” &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/karnataka-government-grants-permission-to-host-ipl-and-international-matches-at-chinnaswamy-stadium-1768660044497">Karnataka government grants permission to host IPL and international matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium</a>&nbsp;Even during a promotional event in India earlier, Bolt said that if he had not been a sprinter, he could have been a fast bowler. &nbsp;“A cricketer for sure. Yeah, I think if my cricket coach hadn’t said, ‘You know what, go try running,’ I probably would have stuck with cricket, because my dad was a massive cricket fan and that’s all I knew growing up. Cricket, a little bit of football, but all I knew was cricket,” Bolt said in a chat with PTI in October last year.&nbsp; &nbsp;Revealing how he switched fields, Bolt added, “Well, for me, it was my cricket coach. I was a fast bowler, and my cricket coach kind of saw me running in, and he said, ‘You know what, why not try track and field?’ And I tried, and I was really good. I was pretty talented, and that’s something that I just continued.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, for the record, Bolt, the ‘World’s fastest man’, is an eight-time Olympic gold medalist, having scaled unparalleled success at 100m, 200m and 4x100m across three Summer Games, including recording times of 9.58s and 19.19s, respectively, in the first two events.&nbsp;

Bolt achieved the historic "triple-triple" by winning the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay at three consecutive Olympics (2008, 2012, 2016).

Usain Bolt and the Olympics go hand-in-hand. The quickest sprinter of all time, also a true Olympian in every sense, could return to the summer’s greatest party in Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympic Games, but not in the discipline in which he achieved greatness, athletics. The Jamaican hero, who won a cabinet full of gold medals in three successive Games from 2008 onwards, could be back, perhaps for one last time, in a newly added discipline to the Olympic programme for the LA28 Games. Cricket, one of the five new disciplines added for the next Summer Games, to be hosted in the United States, could see the return of Bolt in Jamaica’s cricket team, provided they call him. Having announced his retirement from professional sprinting nine years ago (after the 2017 World Championships), Bolt could don the Jamaican jersey, but in cricket - a sport he closely followed and adored all his life. Before he switched to athletics, Bolt aspired to become a fast bowler, having watched some of the deadliest pacers etch their names in cricket history while growing up. Speaking to Esquire on the eve of the Doha Marathon, Bolt said, “I am happily retired from professional sport. I haven’t played cricket in a long time, but if they call, I will be ready.” Also read | Karnataka government grants permission to host IPL and international matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium Even during a promotional event in India earlier, Bolt said that if he had not been a sprinter, he could have been a fast bowler. “A cricketer for sure. Yeah, I think if my cricket coach hadn’t said, ‘You know what, go try running,’ I probably would have stuck with cricket, because my dad was a massive cricket fan and that’s all I knew growing up. Cricket, a little bit of football, but all I knew was cricket,” Bolt said in a chat with PTI in October last year. Revealing how he switched fields, Bolt added, “Well, for me, it was my cricket coach. I was a fast bowler, and my cricket coach kind of saw me running in, and he said, ‘You know what, why not try track and field?’ And I tried, and I was really good. I was pretty talented, and that’s something that I just continued.” Meanwhile, for the record, Bolt, the ‘World’s fastest man’, is an eight-time Olympic gold medalist, having scaled unparalleled success at 100m, 200m and 4x100m across three Summer Games, including recording times of 9.58s and 19.19s, respectively, in the first two events.

Bolt achieved the historic "triple-triple" by winning the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay at three consecutive Olympics (2008, 2012, 2016).

Usain Bolt for LA28 Olympics? Sprint king drops comeback hint but not in athletics

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the squads for India women’s upcoming tour of Australia, where the team will play three ODIs and three T20Is starting from Feb 15. Left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma has received her first ODI call-up, while Bharti Fulmali has made a comeback to the T20I squad after nearly five years. Harleen Deol has been named only in the ODI squad and has been left out of the T20I team. The 27-year-old has not had much success in T20Is so far, scoring 311 runs in 20 innings at an average of 17.27 and a strike rate of 92.01, with just one half-century.&nbsp;&nbsp;Fulmali’s return comes after strong performances in the ongoing WPL 2026. Playing for Gujarat Giants, she has scored 92 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 191.66 this season. She also did well last year, scoring 133 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 172.72.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-indore-match-preview-and-predicted-playing-xis-1768712295450">IND vs NZ 3rd ODI, Indore: Match Preview and predicted playing XIs</a>&nbsp;Fulmali made her international debut against England in Guwahati seven years ago and has played only two T20Is so far.&nbsp;Whereas, Vaishnavi Sharma has impressed in her recent debut series against Sri Lanka, where she took five wickets in five matches. Along with her, 17-year-old wicketkeeper G Kamalini has also earned her first ODI call-up.&nbsp;&nbsp;Off-spinner Shreyanka Patil has returned to the T20I side after recovering from injuries. She last played for India during the T20 World Cup 2024 and is currently in great form in WPL 2026, picking up eight wickets in four matches, including a best spell of 5 for 23 against Gujarat Giants.&nbsp;Fast bowler Kashvee Gautam has also been recalled to the ODI squad after last playing in the tri-series against Sri Lanka and South Africa in May last year.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-bangladesh-bcb-clears-stance-on-no-handshake-row-at-under-19-world-cup-1768716338539">India vs Bangladesh: BCB clears stance on no-handshake row at Under-19 World Cup</a>&nbsp;This tour will be India’s first meeting with Australia since their famous win over them in the Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final. The ODI series will also mark the final international appearance of Australia captain Alyssa Healy, who has announced her retirement after the series.&nbsp;<h2>India’s squad for ODI,T20I series against Australia</h2>India’s T20I squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali and Shreyanka Patil&nbsp;India’s ODI squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Kashvee Gautam, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harleen Deol&nbsp;

The ODI series will also mark the final international appearance of Australia captain Alyssa Healy, who has announced her retirement after the series. 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the squads for India women’s upcoming tour of Australia, where the team will play three ODIs and three T20Is starting from Feb 15. Left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma has received her first ODI call-up, while Bharti Fulmali has made a comeback to the T20I squad after nearly five years. Harleen Deol has been named only in the ODI squad and has been left out of the T20I team. The 27-year-old has not had much success in T20Is so far, scoring 311 runs in 20 innings at an average of 17.27 and a strike rate of 92.01, with just one half-century. Fulmali’s return comes after strong performances in the ongoing WPL 2026. Playing for Gujarat Giants, she has scored 92 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 191.66 this season. She also did well last year, scoring 133 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 172.72. Also Read - IND vs NZ 3rd ODI, Indore: Match Preview and predicted playing XIs Fulmali made her international debut against England in Guwahati seven years ago and has played only two T20Is so far. Whereas, Vaishnavi Sharma has impressed in her recent debut series against Sri Lanka, where she took five wickets in five matches. Along with her, 17-year-old wicketkeeper G Kamalini has also earned her first ODI call-up. Off-spinner Shreyanka Patil has returned to the T20I side after recovering from injuries. She last played for India during the T20 World Cup 2024 and is currently in great form in WPL 2026, picking up eight wickets in four matches, including a best spell of 5 for 23 against Gujarat Giants. Fast bowler Kashvee Gautam has also been recalled to the ODI squad after last playing in the tri-series against Sri Lanka and South Africa in May last year. Also Read - India vs Bangladesh: BCB clears stance on no-handshake row at Under-19 World Cup This tour will be India’s first meeting with Australia since their famous win over them in the Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final. The ODI series will also mark the final international appearance of Australia captain Alyssa Healy, who has announced her retirement after the series. India’s squad for ODI,T20I series against Australia India’s T20I squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Arundhati Reddy, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali and Shreyanka Patil India’s ODI squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Renuka Thakur, Sree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Sneh Rana, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), G Kamalini (WK), Kashvee Gautam, Amanjot Kaur, Jemimah Rodrigues and Harleen Deol

The ODI series will also mark the final international appearance of Australia captain Alyssa Healy, who has announced her retirement after the series.&nbsp;

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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has cleared its stance on the no-handshake saga that made headlines at the recently concluded Under-19 World Cup game between India and Bangladesh in Bulawayo. The two respective captains present at the toss did not shake hands, leading to widespread speculations of growing tensions between the two countries amid the T20 WC venue change row; however, the teams later shook hands after the game, which India won by 18 runs (D/L method).&nbsp;&nbsp;Putting all those rumours under the mat, the BCB confirmed that this episode was ‘completely unintentional and resulted from a momentary lapse in concentration' on their part. The BCCI is yet to comment on this. &nbsp;While Aayush Mhatre represented India’s U-19 team at the toss, Bangladesh’s vice-captain Zawad Abrar stood in for the regular skipper Azizul Hakim, who was unwell but was part of the playing XI. &nbsp;The BCB clarified that whatever happened was unintentional and that they had no intentions whatsoever to show discourtesy or disregard towards the Indian Team. The board has also addressed this matter with utter seriousness, urging the team management to act immediately; they also reminded the players of their responsibilities of maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship and mutual respect.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcb-asks-icc-to-move-bangladesh-s-t20-world-cup-games-from-india-to-sri-lanka-1768664554117">BCB asks ICC to move Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup games from India to Sri Lanka</a>&nbsp;"Due to illness, regular captain Azizul Hakim was unable to attend the toss, and vice-captain Zawad Abrar represented the team on the occasion," the BCB said in a statement. "The BCB wishes to clarify that the absence of a handshake with the opposition captain was completely unintentional and resulted from a momentary lapse in concentration. There was no intent whatsoever to show discourtesy or disregard towards the opposition. &nbsp;"The Board has viewed the matter with due seriousness, as upholding the spirit of cricket and respect for opponents is a fundamental prerequisite for representing Bangladesh at any level and immediately advised the team management accordingly. The players have also been reminded of their responsibility to maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship, camaraderie and mutual respect in all interactions with opposing teams. The Bangladesh Cricket Board remains fully committed to the values of cricket, both on and off the field,” it further read. &nbsp;Meanwhile, the frequency of no-handshakes at cricket matches has increased lately, mostly involving India-Pakistan matches due to strained political relations between the two neighbouring countries. Recent examples include the men's Asia Cup, women's ODI World Cup, Rising Stars Asia Cup and the Under-19 Asia Cup. &nbsp;Besides, the relations between India and Bangladesh have also deteriorated following the BCCI’s directives of releasing seamer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of IPL 2026 over internal chaos and regular attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh.&nbsp;

While Aayush Mhatre represented India’s U-19 team at the toss, Bangladesh’s vice-captain Zawad Abrar stood in for the regular skipper Azizul Hakim, who was unwell but was part of the playing XI.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has cleared its stance on the no-handshake saga that made headlines at the recently concluded Under-19 World Cup game between India and Bangladesh in Bulawayo. The two respective captains present at the toss did not shake hands, leading to widespread speculations of growing tensions between the two countries amid the T20 WC venue change row; however, the teams later shook hands after the game, which India won by 18 runs (D/L method). Putting all those rumours under the mat, the BCB confirmed that this episode was ‘completely unintentional and resulted from a momentary lapse in concentration' on their part. The BCCI is yet to comment on this. While Aayush Mhatre represented India’s U-19 team at the toss, Bangladesh’s vice-captain Zawad Abrar stood in for the regular skipper Azizul Hakim, who was unwell but was part of the playing XI. The BCB clarified that whatever happened was unintentional and that they had no intentions whatsoever to show discourtesy or disregard towards the Indian Team. The board has also addressed this matter with utter seriousness, urging the team management to act immediately; they also reminded the players of their responsibilities of maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship and mutual respect. Also read | BCB asks ICC to move Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup games from India to Sri Lanka "Due to illness, regular captain Azizul Hakim was unable to attend the toss, and vice-captain Zawad Abrar represented the team on the occasion," the BCB said in a statement. "The BCB wishes to clarify that the absence of a handshake with the opposition captain was completely unintentional and resulted from a momentary lapse in concentration. There was no intent whatsoever to show discourtesy or disregard towards the opposition. "The Board has viewed the matter with due seriousness, as upholding the spirit of cricket and respect for opponents is a fundamental prerequisite for representing Bangladesh at any level and immediately advised the team management accordingly. The players have also been reminded of their responsibility to maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship, camaraderie and mutual respect in all interactions with opposing teams. The Bangladesh Cricket Board remains fully committed to the values of cricket, both on and off the field,” it further read. Meanwhile, the frequency of no-handshakes at cricket matches has increased lately, mostly involving India-Pakistan matches due to strained political relations between the two neighbouring countries. Recent examples include the men's Asia Cup, women's ODI World Cup, Rising Stars Asia Cup and the Under-19 Asia Cup. Besides, the relations between India and Bangladesh have also deteriorated following the BCCI’s directives of releasing seamer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of IPL 2026 over internal chaos and regular attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh.

While Aayush Mhatre represented India’s U-19 team at the toss, Bangladesh’s vice-captain Zawad Abrar stood in for the regular skipper Azizul Hakim, who was unwell but was part of the playing XI.

India vs Bangladesh: BCB clears stance on no-handshake row at Under-19 World Cup

From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh

From Jasprit Bumrah to Yuzvendra Chahal, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand. This list also includes Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most T20I wickets against New Zealand

The ODI series between India and New Zealand has come down to the wire, with both facing off at the Holkar Stadium in Indore to decide who walks away with the bilateral crown. After India won the series opener in Vadodara, the Kiwis bounced back in Rajkot, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten hundred from Daryl Mitchell, levelling it (1-1). Here is the match preview of the 3rd ODI between India and New Zealand, alongside the predicted playing XIs of both teams.<h3>Match Preview&nbsp;</h3>India will enter this contest with several unanswered questions. While the top order continues to hog all the limelight, concerns surrounding the two all-rounders (Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja) and their contributions, also called out by the coaching staff following the second ODI loss, shall keep everyone on its toes. The two have been asked to buckle up before it gets late, and the selectors and the management begin searching for options elsewhere.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-when-and-where-to-watch-india-vs-new-zealand-match-live-streaming-in-india-1768634130528">IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?</a> &nbsp;On the bowling front, Prasidh Krishna’s inconsistency with picking wickets and concerns around his run-leaking rate could see him make way for the left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh, who has been waiting for his regular chances in this format. Barring this possible change, the hosts could field the same XI for the series decider. &nbsp;New Zealand, on the other hand, have everything to win heading into this final ODI. Chasing history (their first-ever ODI series win in India) in Indore, and that too without several first-team players like Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Matt Henry and Mitchell Santner among others, this new-look ODI side is full of match winners, an example of which was the result in the previous ODI. Although Team India remains the favourite heading into this final game of the series, discounting the confident New Zealand side would be no less than a blunder.<h3>Predicted Playing XIs -</h3>India – Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh &nbsp;New Zealand - Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kristian Clarke, Kyle Jamieson and Jayden Lennox

New Zealand is yet to win a bilateral ODI series in India. 

The ODI series between India and New Zealand has come down to the wire, with both facing off at the Holkar Stadium in Indore to decide who walks away with the bilateral crown. After India won the series opener in Vadodara, the Kiwis bounced back in Rajkot, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten hundred from Daryl Mitchell, levelling it (1-1). Here is the match preview of the 3rd ODI between India and New Zealand, alongside the predicted playing XIs of both teams. Match Preview India will enter this contest with several unanswered questions. While the top order continues to hog all the limelight, concerns surrounding the two all-rounders (Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja) and their contributions, also called out by the coaching staff following the second ODI loss, shall keep everyone on its toes. The two have been asked to buckle up before it gets late, and the selectors and the management begin searching for options elsewhere. Also read | IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India? On the bowling front, Prasidh Krishna’s inconsistency with picking wickets and concerns around his run-leaking rate could see him make way for the left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh, who has been waiting for his regular chances in this format. Barring this possible change, the hosts could field the same XI for the series decider. New Zealand, on the other hand, have everything to win heading into this final ODI. Chasing history (their first-ever ODI series win in India) in Indore, and that too without several first-team players like Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Matt Henry and Mitchell Santner among others, this new-look ODI side is full of match winners, an example of which was the result in the previous ODI. Although Team India remains the favourite heading into this final game of the series, discounting the confident New Zealand side would be no less than a blunder. Predicted Playing XIs - India – Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh New Zealand - Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Hay (wk), Michael Bracewell (captain), Zakary Foulkes, Kristian Clarke, Kyle Jamieson and Jayden Lennox

New Zealand is yet to win a bilateral ODI series in India. Until 2024, they did not win a Test series in India either, but broke that streak with a historic clean-sweep over India.&nbsp;

IND vs NZ 3rd ODI, Indore: Match Preview and predicted playing XIs

Angry Real Madrid fans jeered their own team before they went on to beat Levante 2-0 in La Liga on Saturday to record new coach Alvaro Arbeloa's first win at the helm. Villarreal, third, stumbled to a 2-0 defeat at Real Betis, hampering their attempts at mounting a title challenge. Arbeloa's debut after replacing Xabi Alonso ended in a humiliating Copa del Rey defeat in midweek at second-tier Albacete, but second-half goals from Kylian Mbappe and Raul Asencio secured Madrid three vital points at a moody Santiago Bernabeu.&nbsp;Second-place Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-form Spanish champions visit Real Sociedad on Sunday.&nbsp;Star players Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham came in for ire from the home fans after a disastrous week. Mbappe also started but was spared the jeers.&nbsp;The French forward had been expected to return for the Champions League game against Monaco next week as he manages his recovery from a knee sprain.&nbsp;"I've always respected the Bernabeu (crowd), they whistled me a lot too (as a player), and it's one of the aspects that make this club so great, how demanding the fans are," said Arbeloa, defending the right of the fans to express themselves.&nbsp;It was Arbeloa's 43rd birthday and he was eventually able to celebrate with a victory, although his team lacked energy and spark in the first half.&nbsp;That was not the case in the stands as a significant part of the crowd harangued their own team, in response to a wild week at the club.&nbsp;Los Blancos lost the Spanish Super Cup final to rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, parted ways with Alonso on Monday and then crashed out of the cup on Wednesday.&nbsp;Some fans also chanted for president Florentino Perez to resign in a sour atmosphere in the Spanish capital.&nbsp;Mbappe had the best chance of a flat first half against the team in 19th in La Liga. Reaching a long ball the French superstar met it with a volley that flew wide of the post.<h2>A step forward</h2>Home fans jeered their side in at the break and Madrid emerged for the second half with more impetus, with Arbeloa bringing on Franco Mastantuono and Arda Guler. Mbappe drew a foul in the area from Adrian de la Fuente to earn a penalty, which he dispatched for his 19th league goal of the campaign.&nbsp;Mbappe has scored 50 goals in 53 La Liga games, taking only a little longer than Real Madrid's all-time top goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo to reach the milestone. The Portuguese managed it in 51 appearances.&nbsp;Asencio doubled Madrid's advantage with a header into the top corner from Guler's corner as the hosts took control. Bellingham came close to adding a third but Mathew Ryan parried his header and then saved Vinicius's effort after a darting run from the Brazilian.&nbsp;Ryan thwarted Bellingham again as tensions calmed by the end, with the crowd temporarily sated by the victory. Unless Madrid can build on it, the jeers and whistles will return.&nbsp;"Today was a very important day, playing in front of our fans, we wanted to turn around the situation," Asencio told Real Madrid TV.&nbsp;"What happened at Albacete should not have happened, we felt guilty and we wanted to make things better."&nbsp;Elsewhere, Vedat Muriqi scored a hat-trick for Mallorca in a 3-2 win over Athletic Bilbao, before Villarreal fell to defeat at La Cartuja. Aitor Ruibal and Pablo Fornals's second-half goals helped Betis earn an impressive victory over Marcelino Garcia Toral's visitors.&nbsp;The loss leaves Villarreal eight points behind leaders Barcelona and damaged their chances of competing for a first-ever La Liga title.&nbsp;Betis had more of the ball in an otherwise even first half before Ruibal volleyed them ahead after 57 minutes.&nbsp;Santi Comesana's red card for a rash challenge on Giovani Lo Celso made Villarreal's job harder and Fornals killed the game by drilling home with precision from outside the area with seven minutes remaining.&nbsp;"It was a hard-fought game, the details led to Betis winning, I think a draw would have been fairest," Villarreal midfielder Dani Parejo told Movistar.&nbsp;"We lacked the finishing touch but had some clear chances... I think the team showed up well, but in both boxes we weren't quite good enough."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for&nbsp;WION&nbsp;audience.

Second-place Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-form Spanish champions visit Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Angry Real Madrid fans jeered their own team before they went on to beat Levante 2-0 in La Liga on Saturday to record new coach Alvaro Arbeloa's first win at the helm. Villarreal, third, stumbled to a 2-0 defeat at Real Betis, hampering their attempts at mounting a title challenge. Arbeloa's debut after replacing Xabi Alonso ended in a humiliating Copa del Rey defeat in midweek at second-tier Albacete, but second-half goals from Kylian Mbappe and Raul Asencio secured Madrid three vital points at a moody Santiago Bernabeu. Second-place Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-form Spanish champions visit Real Sociedad on Sunday. Star players Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham came in for ire from the home fans after a disastrous week. Mbappe also started but was spared the jeers. The French forward had been expected to return for the Champions League game against Monaco next week as he manages his recovery from a knee sprain. "I've always respected the Bernabeu (crowd), they whistled me a lot too (as a player), and it's one of the aspects that make this club so great, how demanding the fans are," said Arbeloa, defending the right of the fans to express themselves. It was Arbeloa's 43rd birthday and he was eventually able to celebrate with a victory, although his team lacked energy and spark in the first half. That was not the case in the stands as a significant part of the crowd harangued their own team, in response to a wild week at the club. Los Blancos lost the Spanish Super Cup final to rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, parted ways with Alonso on Monday and then crashed out of the cup on Wednesday. Some fans also chanted for president Florentino Perez to resign in a sour atmosphere in the Spanish capital. Mbappe had the best chance of a flat first half against the team in 19th in La Liga. Reaching a long ball the French superstar met it with a volley that flew wide of the post. A step forward Home fans jeered their side in at the break and Madrid emerged for the second half with more impetus, with Arbeloa bringing on Franco Mastantuono and Arda Guler. Mbappe drew a foul in the area from Adrian de la Fuente to earn a penalty, which he dispatched for his 19th league goal of the campaign. Mbappe has scored 50 goals in 53 La Liga games, taking only a little longer than Real Madrid's all-time top goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo to reach the milestone. The Portuguese managed it in 51 appearances. Asencio doubled Madrid's advantage with a header into the top corner from Guler's corner as the hosts took control. Bellingham came close to adding a third but Mathew Ryan parried his header and then saved Vinicius's effort after a darting run from the Brazilian. Ryan thwarted Bellingham again as tensions calmed by the end, with the crowd temporarily sated by the victory. Unless Madrid can build on it, the jeers and whistles will return. "Today was a very important day, playing in front of our fans, we wanted to turn around the situation," Asencio told Real Madrid TV. "What happened at Albacete should not have happened, we felt guilty and we wanted to make things better." Elsewhere, Vedat Muriqi scored a hat-trick for Mallorca in a 3-2 win over Athletic Bilbao, before Villarreal fell to defeat at La Cartuja. Aitor Ruibal and Pablo Fornals's second-half goals helped Betis earn an impressive victory over Marcelino Garcia Toral's visitors. The loss leaves Villarreal eight points behind leaders Barcelona and damaged their chances of competing for a first-ever La Liga title. Betis had more of the ball in an otherwise even first half before Ruibal volleyed them ahead after 57 minutes. Santi Comesana's red card for a rash challenge on Giovani Lo Celso made Villarreal's job harder and Fornals killed the game by drilling home with precision from outside the area with seven minutes remaining. "It was a hard-fought game, the details led to Betis winning, I think a draw would have been fairest," Villarreal midfielder Dani Parejo told Movistar. "We lacked the finishing touch but had some clear chances... I think the team showed up well, but in both boxes we weren't quite good enough." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Second-place Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-form Spanish champions visit Real Sociedad on Sunday.

La Liga 2025-26: Real Madrid overcome Bernabeu boos to record Alvaro Arbeloa's first win

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women stayed unbeaten in WPL 2026 with an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday (Jan 17). Smriti Mandhana starred with a fine 96 off 61 balls as RCB chased 167 with ten balls to spare. Earlier, their bowlers reduced Delhi to 10 for 4 in two overs. Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare struck early and put Delhi under pressure. Shafali Verma fought back with 62 and debutant Lucy Hamilton made 36 to take Delhi to 166. Mandhana and Georgia Voll then added 142 runs and made the chase easy, giving RCB their fourth straight win.<h3>Everyone executed the plans well: Smriti Mandhana</h3>Player of the Match and RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana praised her bowlers after the game. “It was amazing to see everyone bowling well, especially in the first three overs. Sayali and Bell did what they do best,” Smriti said at the presentation.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rcb-remain-unbeaten-with-dominant-win-over-delhi-capitals-in-wpl-2026-1768671395078">RCB remain unbeaten with dominant win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026</a>&nbsp;On stopping Shafali Verma, she added, “We wanted to get her off strike and the bowlers did that well.”Talking about her batting, Mandhana said, “Chasing is easier because you know the target. When we lost Grace, I knew which bowlers to attack and which ones to defend. It worked.”<h3>We will come back stronger: Jemimah Rodrigues</h3>Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues found positives despite the defeat. On Mandhana missing her century, she said, “I just wanted her wicket. She was batting very well and it was a great catch by Lucy.” Speaking about Delhi’s recovery from a poor start, Jemimah said, “From 10 for 4, the way Shafali batted was brilliant. Lucy on debut was calm and took us to a fighting score.” She also reflected on her bowling decisions. “Maybe I could have brought Kapp earlier. These things happen. We need to work on our bowling and come back stronger. We have nothing to lose now, so we will go all out,” she said.&nbsp;

Smriti Mandhana’s 96 guided RCB to an eight-wicket win over Delhi in WPL 2026. Strong early bowling and a big partnership with Georgia Voll kept Bengaluru unbeaten this season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women stayed unbeaten in WPL 2026 with an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday (Jan 17). Smriti Mandhana starred with a fine 96 off 61 balls as RCB chased 167 with ten balls to spare. Earlier, their bowlers reduced Delhi to 10 for 4 in two overs. Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare struck early and put Delhi under pressure. Shafali Verma fought back with 62 and debutant Lucy Hamilton made 36 to take Delhi to 166. Mandhana and Georgia Voll then added 142 runs and made the chase easy, giving RCB their fourth straight win. Everyone executed the plans well: Smriti Mandhana Player of the Match and RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana praised her bowlers after the game. “It was amazing to see everyone bowling well, especially in the first three overs. Sayali and Bell did what they do best,” Smriti said at the presentation. Also read | RCB remain unbeaten with dominant win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026 On stopping Shafali Verma, she added, “We wanted to get her off strike and the bowlers did that well.” Talking about her batting, Mandhana said, “Chasing is easier because you know the target. When we lost Grace, I knew which bowlers to attack and which ones to defend. It worked.” We will come back stronger: Jemimah Rodrigues Delhi Capitals captain Jemimah Rodrigues found positives despite the defeat. On Mandhana missing her century, she said, “I just wanted her wicket. She was batting very well and it was a great catch by Lucy.” Speaking about Delhi’s recovery from a poor start, Jemimah said, “From 10 for 4, the way Shafali batted was brilliant. Lucy on debut was calm and took us to a fighting score.” She also reflected on her bowling decisions. “Maybe I could have brought Kapp earlier. These things happen. We need to work on our bowling and come back stronger. We have nothing to lose now, so we will go all out,” she said.

Smriti Mandhana’s 96 guided RCB to an eight-wicket win over Delhi in WPL 2026. Strong early bowling and a big partnership with Georgia Voll kept Bengaluru unbeaten this season.

WPL 2026, RCB-W vs DC-W: Here's how both captains reacted after the game

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W) continued their perfect run in WPL 2026 with a dominant eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in Navi Mumbai on Saturday (Jan 17). Smriti Mandhana led from the front with a brilliant 96, missing her century by just four runs, as RCB chased down 167 with ease and 10 balls to spare. After a strong bowling effort that restricted Delhi to a manageable total of 166, Mandhana made the chase look simple with her calm and classy batting. Along with Georgia Voll, she stitched a match-winning partnership of 142 runs that never allowed Delhi to come back into the game, helping RCB register their fourth straight victory of the season.&nbsp;The platform for the win was set early by RCB’s new-ball bowlers, who ripped through the Delhi top order dramatically. Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare struck inside the first two overs to leave DC reeling at 10 for 4, putting the pressure firmly on the batting side. Bell was sharp and clever with her lengths, while Satghare made the most of the movement on offer to pick up crucial wickets.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-5-batters-with-most-test-runs-in-january-2026-1768647396405">Meet 5 batters with most Test runs in January 2026</a>&nbsp;With wickets falling at the other end, Shafali Verma stood tall and showed why she remains Delhi’s biggest hope. After a cautious start, she shifted gears quickly, finding boundaries with authority and clearing the ropes with confidence. Her 62 off 41 balls was a fighting effort that kept DC in the contest. Debutant Lucy Hamilton added valuable runs lower down the order with a brisk 36, ensuring Delhi crossed the 160-run mark despite the early collapse.&nbsp;However, the total was never going to be enough once Mandhana settled in. She began with elegance rather than power, placing the ball beautifully through gaps and rotating the strike with ease. As the chase progressed, her confidence grew, and she started mixing placement with aggression. Georgia Voll complemented her perfectly, playing the anchor role and punishing loose deliveries to keep the required rate under control.&nbsp;Their 142-run stand was not just match-defining but also one of the finest partnerships of the season so far, reflecting RCB’s growing confidence as a unit. Mandhana’s dismissal on 96 was the only minor disappointment on an otherwise flawless night for the Bengaluru side. Voll carried on to complete her half-century and finished the game in style.&nbsp;With four wins from four matches, RCB-W ended the Navi Mumbai leg unbeaten and firmly established themselves as title contenders.&nbsp;

Smriti Mandhana’s 96 powered RCB to an easy eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026, as Bengaluru stayed unbeaten and swept the Navi Mumbai leg with another confident chase.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB-W) continued their perfect run in WPL 2026 with a dominant eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in Navi Mumbai on Saturday (Jan 17). Smriti Mandhana led from the front with a brilliant 96, missing her century by just four runs, as RCB chased down 167 with ease and 10 balls to spare. After a strong bowling effort that restricted Delhi to a manageable total of 166, Mandhana made the chase look simple with her calm and classy batting. Along with Georgia Voll, she stitched a match-winning partnership of 142 runs that never allowed Delhi to come back into the game, helping RCB register their fourth straight victory of the season. The platform for the win was set early by RCB’s new-ball bowlers, who ripped through the Delhi top order dramatically. Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare struck inside the first two overs to leave DC reeling at 10 for 4, putting the pressure firmly on the batting side. Bell was sharp and clever with her lengths, while Satghare made the most of the movement on offer to pick up crucial wickets. Also read | Meet 5 batters with most Test runs in January 2026 With wickets falling at the other end, Shafali Verma stood tall and showed why she remains Delhi’s biggest hope. After a cautious start, she shifted gears quickly, finding boundaries with authority and clearing the ropes with confidence. Her 62 off 41 balls was a fighting effort that kept DC in the contest. Debutant Lucy Hamilton added valuable runs lower down the order with a brisk 36, ensuring Delhi crossed the 160-run mark despite the early collapse. However, the total was never going to be enough once Mandhana settled in. She began with elegance rather than power, placing the ball beautifully through gaps and rotating the strike with ease. As the chase progressed, her confidence grew, and she started mixing placement with aggression. Georgia Voll complemented her perfectly, playing the anchor role and punishing loose deliveries to keep the required rate under control. Their 142-run stand was not just match-defining but also one of the finest partnerships of the season so far, reflecting RCB’s growing confidence as a unit. Mandhana’s dismissal on 96 was the only minor disappointment on an otherwise flawless night for the Bengaluru side. Voll carried on to complete her half-century and finished the game in style. With four wins from four matches, RCB-W ended the Navi Mumbai leg unbeaten and firmly established themselves as title contenders.

Smriti Mandhana’s 96 powered RCB to an easy eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026, as Bengaluru stayed unbeaten and swept the Navi Mumbai leg with another confident chase.

RCB remain unbeaten with dominant win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) to swap its group with Ireland in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The request comes so Bangladesh can play its matches in Sri Lanka instead of India. Currently, Bangladesh is in Group C along with England, the West Indies, Italy, and Nepal. Their matches are scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai. Ireland, on the other hand, is in Group B with Sri Lanka, Australia, Oman, and Zimbabwe, with games set in Colombo and Pallekele.&nbsp;An ICC team, including Gaurav Saxena, General Manager, Events and Corporate Communications, and Andrew Ephgrave, General Manager, Integrity Unit, visited Dhaka to discuss security arrangements in India and encourage Bangladesh to stick to the original schedule. Ephgrave attended in person, while Saxena joined virtually due to visa delays.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-5-batters-with-most-test-runs-in-january-2026-1768647396405">Meet 5 batters with most Test runs in January 2026</a>&nbsp;After the meeting, BCB said, “During the discussions, the BCB formally requested the ICC to relocate Bangladesh’s matches to Sri Lanka. We also shared the Bangladesh Government’s views and concerns about safety for our players, fans, media, and other stakeholders.”&nbsp;From the BCB side, top officials including President Mohammad Aminul Islam, Vice Presidents Md Shakawath Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, Director and Chairman of Cricket Operations Committee Nazmul Abedeen, and CEO Nizam Uddin Chowdhury attended the talks.&nbsp;The ICC, however, seems hesitant to approve the request, citing logistical challenges and major schedule changes deep into the tournament. Bangladesh’s demand followed a controversy where pacer Mustafizur Rahman was removed from his IPL contract with Kolkata Knight Riders after a directive from the BCCI.&nbsp;The BCB said both sides will continue discussions to find a solution. “The talks were conducted in a professional and constructive way, with all parties engaging openly. We discussed moving Bangladesh to a different group as a possible solution with minimum changes to the schedule,” the BCB statement added.

Bangladesh has requested the ICC to relocate its T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India to Sri Lanka. Talks between BCB and ICC are ongoing over group adjustments and safety concerns.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) to swap its group with Ireland in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The request comes so Bangladesh can play its matches in Sri Lanka instead of India. Currently, Bangladesh is in Group C along with England, the West Indies, Italy, and Nepal. Their matches are scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai. Ireland, on the other hand, is in Group B with Sri Lanka, Australia, Oman, and Zimbabwe, with games set in Colombo and Pallekele. An ICC team, including Gaurav Saxena, General Manager, Events and Corporate Communications, and Andrew Ephgrave, General Manager, Integrity Unit, visited Dhaka to discuss security arrangements in India and encourage Bangladesh to stick to the original schedule. Ephgrave attended in person, while Saxena joined virtually due to visa delays. Also read | Meet 5 batters with most Test runs in January 2026 After the meeting, BCB said, “During the discussions, the BCB formally requested the ICC to relocate Bangladesh’s matches to Sri Lanka. We also shared the Bangladesh Government’s views and concerns about safety for our players, fans, media, and other stakeholders.” From the BCB side, top officials including President Mohammad Aminul Islam, Vice Presidents Md Shakawath Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, Director and Chairman of Cricket Operations Committee Nazmul Abedeen, and CEO Nizam Uddin Chowdhury attended the talks. The ICC, however, seems hesitant to approve the request, citing logistical challenges and major schedule changes deep into the tournament. Bangladesh’s demand followed a controversy where pacer Mustafizur Rahman was removed from his IPL contract with Kolkata Knight Riders after a directive from the BCCI. The BCB said both sides will continue discussions to find a solution. “The talks were conducted in a professional and constructive way, with all parties engaging openly. We discussed moving Bangladesh to a different group as a possible solution with minimum changes to the schedule,” the BCB statement added.

Bangladesh has requested the ICC to relocate its T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India to Sri Lanka. Talks between BCB and ICC are ongoing over group adjustments and safety concerns.

BCB asks ICC to move Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup games from India to Sri Lanka

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has received approval to host Indian Premier League (IPL) and international matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The announcement was made on Saturday (Jan 17). In a statement, KSCA said that the Home Department of the Karnataka government has given the permission to hold matches at the stadium, provided all rules and safety conditions set by the authorities are followed.&nbsp;“We are pleased to announce that the Home Department, Government of Karnataka, has granted permission to the Karnataka State Cricket Association to host international and IPL matches at the iconic venue. The permission is subject to compliance with specific terms and conditions prescribed by the government and concerned authorities,” the association said in a statement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mi-w-vs-upw-w-wpl-2026-meg-lanning-bowlers-power-warriorz-to-22-run-win-1768652741932">MI-W vs UPW-W, WPL 2026: Meg Lanning, bowlers power Warriorz to 22-run win</a>&nbsp;Cricket matches at the venue had been stopped since June last year after a tragic stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s victory celebrations, which led to the death of 11 people and injuries to several others.&nbsp;Because of the incident, the stadium was not included as a venue for the upcoming T20 World Cup and matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy were moved to the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-when-and-where-to-watch-india-vs-new-zealand-match-live-streaming-in-india-1768634130528">IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;The approval to host matches comes after steps were taken to follow the recommendations of the Justice Michael D’Cunha report, which was prepared as part of the investigation into the incident.

Cricket matches at the venue had been stopped since June last year after a tragic stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s victory celebrations, which led to the death of 11 people and injuries to several others.

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has received approval to host Indian Premier League (IPL) and international matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The announcement was made on Saturday (Jan 17). In a statement, KSCA said that the Home Department of the Karnataka government has given the permission to hold matches at the stadium, provided all rules and safety conditions set by the authorities are followed. “We are pleased to announce that the Home Department, Government of Karnataka, has granted permission to the Karnataka State Cricket Association to host international and IPL matches at the iconic venue. The permission is subject to compliance with specific terms and conditions prescribed by the government and concerned authorities,” the association said in a statement. Also Read - MI-W vs UPW-W, WPL 2026: Meg Lanning, bowlers power Warriorz to 22-run win Cricket matches at the venue had been stopped since June last year after a tragic stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s victory celebrations, which led to the death of 11 people and injuries to several others. Because of the incident, the stadium was not included as a venue for the upcoming T20 World Cup and matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy were moved to the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. Also Read - IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India? The approval to host matches comes after steps were taken to follow the recommendations of the Justice Michael D’Cunha report, which was prepared as part of the investigation into the incident.

Cricket matches at the venue had been stopped since June last year after a tragic stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s victory celebrations, which led to the death of 11 people and injuries to several others.

Karnataka government grants permission to host IPL and international matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

UP Warriorz registered a comfortable 22-run win over Mumbai Indians on Saturday (Jan 17) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Batting first, UPW posted a strong total of 187/8, led by half-centuries from Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield. Lanning played a captain’s knock, scoring 70 off 45 balls with 11 fours and two huge sixes, while Litchfield contributed 61 from 37 deliveries, including seven fours and three sixes. Useful contributions from Harleen Deol (25) and Chloe Tryon (21) helped the Warriorz to set a challenging target.&nbsp;&nbsp;For MI, Amelia Kerr impressed with the ball, taking three wickets for 28 runs, while Nat Sciver-Brunt picked up two wickets for 22 runs. Hayley Matthews (1/40), Amanjot Kaur (1/38) and Nicola Carey (1/38) took one wicket each.&nbsp;Chasing 188, Mumbai Indians got off to a poor start, losing openers Hayley Matthews (13) and Sajeevan Sajana (10) early. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur (18) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (15) also failed to make an impact, leaving MI struggling in the chase.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/u-19-wc-ind-vs-ban-captains-skip-handshake-at-toss-amid-political-tensions-1768637662828">U-19 WC, IND vs BAN: Captains skip handshake at toss amid political tensions</a>&nbsp;Amelia Kerr tried to steady the innings with an unbeaten 49, while Amanjot Kaur chipped in with 41. However, their efforts were not enough as MI finished on 165/6.&nbsp;Shikha Pandey was the standout bowler for UPW, picking up two key wickets. Kranti Gaud, Sophie Ecclestone, Deepti Sharma and Chloe Tryon each claimed one wicket to keep the pressure on Mumbai throughout the innings.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-when-and-where-to-watch-india-vs-new-zealand-match-live-streaming-in-india-1768634130528">IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;With this win, UP Warriorz moved to fourth place in the WPL standings, with four points from two wins in five matches and a net run rate of -0.483.

With this win, UP Warriorz moved to fourth place in the WPL standings, with four points from two wins in five matches and a net run rate of -0.483.

UP Warriorz registered a comfortable 22-run win over Mumbai Indians on Saturday (Jan 17) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Batting first, UPW posted a strong total of 187/8, led by half-centuries from Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield. Lanning played a captain’s knock, scoring 70 off 45 balls with 11 fours and two huge sixes, while Litchfield contributed 61 from 37 deliveries, including seven fours and three sixes. Useful contributions from Harleen Deol (25) and Chloe Tryon (21) helped the Warriorz to set a challenging target. For MI, Amelia Kerr impressed with the ball, taking three wickets for 28 runs, while Nat Sciver-Brunt picked up two wickets for 22 runs. Hayley Matthews (1/40), Amanjot Kaur (1/38) and Nicola Carey (1/38) took one wicket each. Chasing 188, Mumbai Indians got off to a poor start, losing openers Hayley Matthews (13) and Sajeevan Sajana (10) early. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur (18) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (15) also failed to make an impact, leaving MI struggling in the chase. Also Read - U-19 WC, IND vs BAN: Captains skip handshake at toss amid political tensions Amelia Kerr tried to steady the innings with an unbeaten 49, while Amanjot Kaur chipped in with 41. However, their efforts were not enough as MI finished on 165/6. Shikha Pandey was the standout bowler for UPW, picking up two key wickets. Kranti Gaud, Sophie Ecclestone, Deepti Sharma and Chloe Tryon each claimed one wicket to keep the pressure on Mumbai throughout the innings. Also Read - IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch match live streaming in India? With this win, UP Warriorz moved to fourth place in the WPL standings, with four points from two wins in five matches and a net run rate of -0.483.

With this win, UP Warriorz moved to fourth place in the WPL standings, with four points from two wins in five matches and a net run rate of -0.483.

MI-W vs UPW-W, WPL 2026: Meg Lanning, bowlers power Warriorz to 22-run win

When team India arrived in Indore for the series decider ODI against New Zealand, cricket was not the only thing on their minds. With the cleanest city in India, dealing with a serious water contamination crisis, the team has decided to take extra care about health and safety. This match is crucial, with the ODI series tied at 1-1, but off the field, staying safe has become just as important as winning the game and clinching the ODI series.&nbsp;According to reports from NDTV and Dainik Bhaskar, Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill brought a special water purification machine worth nearly INR 3 lakh to the team hotel. The machine has been installed inside his personal room and is used to re-purify water that is already treated by RO systems or even bottled water. The idea is simple: no risks, no shortcuts, and complete control over drinking water quality.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-i-can-beat-anyone-novak-djokovic-confident-ahead-of-australian-open-2026-title-push-1768645386986">'I can beat anyone:' Novak Djokovic confident ahead of Australian Open 2026 title push</a>&nbsp;Hotel sources revealed that the device is capable of filtering water at multiple levels and is seen as an added safety layer. While the team is staying in a five-star hotel that already provides packaged drinking water and RO facilities, the Indian camp has chosen to go a step further. A member of the team management was quoted by NDTV as saying that “the health of players comes first, and every possible step is being taken to avoid any issue.” The team’s media manager, however, refused to make any official comment on the matter. He did not confirm whether the purifier was brought due to the recent deaths caused by contaminated water or if it was part of Gill’s personal safety routine. This silence has only highlighted how serious the situation in Indore has become. The water crisis in the city has already claimed 23 lives, as per local reports. The government has acknowledged 15 deaths in the High Court, and compensation has been given to 21 affected families. Several patients are still in the ICU, with some on ventilator support. These developments have created concern across the country, especially with an international cricket match being hosted in the same city.&nbsp;Alongside safety measures, faith has also played a role before the big match. Head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the Baglamukhi Temple in Agar Malwa, while Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav offered prayers at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain.

Team India takes extra safety steps in Indore as Shubman Gill brings an INR 3 lakh water purifier amid the city’s water crisis ahead of the series-deciding ODI against New Zealand.

When team India arrived in Indore for the series decider ODI against New Zealand, cricket was not the only thing on their minds. With the cleanest city in India, dealing with a serious water contamination crisis, the team has decided to take extra care about health and safety. This match is crucial, with the ODI series tied at 1-1, but off the field, staying safe has become just as important as winning the game and clinching the ODI series. According to reports from NDTV and Dainik Bhaskar, Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill brought a special water purification machine worth nearly INR 3 lakh to the team hotel. The machine has been installed inside his personal room and is used to re-purify water that is already treated by RO systems or even bottled water. The idea is simple: no risks, no shortcuts, and complete control over drinking water quality. Also read | 'I can beat anyone:' Novak Djokovic confident ahead of Australian Open 2026 title push Hotel sources revealed that the device is capable of filtering water at multiple levels and is seen as an added safety layer. While the team is staying in a five-star hotel that already provides packaged drinking water and RO facilities, the Indian camp has chosen to go a step further. A member of the team management was quoted by NDTV as saying that “the health of players comes first, and every possible step is being taken to avoid any issue.” The team’s media manager, however, refused to make any official comment on the matter. He did not confirm whether the purifier was brought due to the recent deaths caused by contaminated water or if it was part of Gill’s personal safety routine. This silence has only highlighted how serious the situation in Indore has become. The water crisis in the city has already claimed 23 lives, as per local reports. The government has acknowledged 15 deaths in the High Court, and compensation has been given to 21 affected families. Several patients are still in the ICU, with some on ventilator support. These developments have created concern across the country, especially with an international cricket match being hosted in the same city. Alongside safety measures, faith has also played a role before the big match. Head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the Baglamukhi Temple in Agar Malwa, while Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav offered prayers at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain.

Team India takes extra safety steps in Indore as Shubman Gill brings a INR 3 lakh water purifier amid the city’s water crisis ahead of the series-deciding ODI against New Zealand.

Amid Indore water crisis, Shubman Gill installs special purifier in hotel room: Reports

The SA20 season four is all set for the Playoffs as South Africa’s top franchise league looks to make its mark on the global stage. While teams continue to impress, it is the off-field and on-field development that is now making rounds. Opening on the same was former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher as he opened on the league’s status and how it can expand beyond six teams.<h2>Boucher opens up on SA20 status</h2>“The window can't be too long, you know, there are so many different franchise tournaments going on around the world at the moment. I think the time SA20 is using at the moment is the right time and also we have the holiday season at that time as well. To be honest, this is the reason why we have a lot of crowd during the SA20 season,” Boucher said while answering WION’s Aditya Pimpale on the sidelines of the SA20.&nbsp;Asked whether the SA20 should increase the number of teams for the upcoming seasons, Boucher emphasised the factor of venues. According to him, currently, logistical reasons could restrict more teams from joining SA20 in the future or unless a certain number of seasons are played.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;“I don’t think they will have more teams in the SA20 until a certain number of seasons have been played. However, even if they consider expanding the tournament, the big question is where the teams are going to be based, and what the venues? So it is difficult to see in the near future that the SA20 will expand beyond six teams,” Boucher said on the expansion of the SA20.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>

“Maybe with an IPL owner, we might have an expanded SA20, but that will be up to Graeme Smith and others to answer. But honestly, there are a lot of things that you have to consider before you just say,” added Boucher.&nbsp;Currently, SA20 is set for the Playoffs as Pretoria Capitals, SunRisers Eastern Cape and Paarl Royals have booked their place. The final Playoff spot could go down to the wire as three teams are battling for it.

Asked whether the SA20 should increase the number of teams for the upcoming seasons, Mark Boucher emphasised the factor of venues.

The SA20 season four is all set for the Playoffs as South Africa’s top franchise league looks to make its mark on the global stage. While teams continue to impress, it is the off-field and on-field development that is now making rounds. Opening on the same was former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher as he opened on the league’s status and how it can expand beyond six teams. Boucher opens up on SA20 status “The window can't be too long, you know, there are so many different franchise tournaments going on around the world at the moment. I think the time SA20 is using at the moment is the right time and also we have the holiday season at that time as well. To be honest, this is the reason why we have a lot of crowd during the SA20 season,” Boucher said while answering WION’s Aditya Pimpale on the sidelines of the SA20. Asked whether the SA20 should increase the number of teams for the upcoming seasons, Boucher emphasised the factor of venues. According to him, currently, logistical reasons could restrict more teams from joining SA20 in the future or unless a certain number of seasons are played. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds “I don’t think they will have more teams in the SA20 until a certain number of seasons have been played. However, even if they consider expanding the tournament, the big question is where the teams are going to be based, and what the venues? So it is difficult to see in the near future that the SA20 will expand beyond six teams,” Boucher said on the expansion of the SA20. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli

Asked whether the SA20 should increase the number of teams for the upcoming seasons, Mark Boucher emphasised the factor of venues.

Mark Boucher backs SA20 for success, emphasises 'they will have more teams if...'

From Rohit Sharma to Colin Munro, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IND vs NZ T20Is. This list also includes Kane Williamson, Martin Guptill and Ross Taylor

From Rohit Sharma to Colin Munro, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IND vs NZ T20Is. This list also includes Kane Williamson, Martin Guptill and Ross Taylor

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in IND vs NZ T20Is

Novak Djokovic walked into the Australian Open 2026 with the same calm confidence that has defined most of his career. At 38, when questions about retirement follow him everywhere, the Serbian legend made one thing clear. He is not here for a farewell tour. He is here to compete, and he believes he can still win the biggest titles in tennis. Djokovic dismissed all talk around stepping away from the sport and said his hunger remains as strong as ever.&nbsp;&nbsp;With 24 Grand Slam titles already to his name, he is now chasing history once again. One more major victory would take him past Margaret Court and give him the record of 25 Grand Slam titles. For a player who has broken almost every major record in tennis, that milestone still means something special.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-batters-fastest-to-22-000-international-runs-1768559208064">5 batters fastest to 22,000 international runs</a>&nbsp;The former world No.1 admitted that the last two years have not been easy. Injuries have slowed him down and his results at the biggest events have been mixed. In 2025, he reached the semi-finals of all four Grand Slams but could not go beyond that stage. Players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have stood in his way, showing a level that many believe is the future of men’s tennis.&nbsp;Still, Djokovic is not ready to step aside. He said tennis continues to give him an adrenaline rush that keeps him motivated. The energy of walking onto the court, the connection with fans, and the love for the game are what push him forward. For him, achievements matter, but passion matters even more.&nbsp;Djokovic was honest in admitting that Sinner and Alcaraz are currently playing at a level above most of the field. But he also reminded everyone of what he is capable of when fully fit. He pointed to his win over Alcaraz in the quarter-finals last year as proof that he can still beat the best on his day.&nbsp;“When I am healthy and everything comes together, I feel I can beat anyone,” Djokovic said. He added that without self-belief, it would be impossible for him to continue competing at the highest level. That belief, according to him, is still very much alive.&nbsp;The Serbian star also ruled out any plans for a retirement tour. He said he does not want attention on his exit when he is still ranked world No.4 and fighting with the top players in the game. Retirement, he said, will be discussed only when he truly feels the time is right.&nbsp;Djokovic will begin his Australian Open 2026 campaign against Pedro Martinez on Monday, January 19. As always, expectations will be high. But for Djokovic, it is simple. He is still in love with the fight, still chasing greatness, and still backing himself to lift one more trophy on the biggest stage.

Novak Djokovic shuts down retirement talk ahead of Australian Open 2026, backs himself for a record 25th Grand Slam, says he can beat anyone when fit and begins his campaign against Pedro Martinez.

Novak Djokovic walked into the Australian Open 2026 with the same calm confidence that has defined most of his career. At 38, when questions about retirement follow him everywhere, the Serbian legend made one thing clear. He is not here for a farewell tour. He is here to compete, and he believes he can still win the biggest titles in tennis. Djokovic dismissed all talk around stepping away from the sport and said his hunger remains as strong as ever. With 24 Grand Slam titles already to his name, he is now chasing history once again. One more major victory would take him past Margaret Court and give him the record of 25 Grand Slam titles. For a player who has broken almost every major record in tennis, that milestone still means something special. Also read | 5 batters fastest to 22,000 international runs The former world No.1 admitted that the last two years have not been easy. Injuries have slowed him down and his results at the biggest events have been mixed. In 2025, he reached the semi-finals of all four Grand Slams but could not go beyond that stage. Players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have stood in his way, showing a level that many believe is the future of men’s tennis. Still, Djokovic is not ready to step aside. He said tennis continues to give him an adrenaline rush that keeps him motivated. The energy of walking onto the court, the connection with fans, and the love for the game are what push him forward. For him, achievements matter, but passion matters even more. Djokovic was honest in admitting that Sinner and Alcaraz are currently playing at a level above most of the field. But he also reminded everyone of what he is capable of when fully fit. He pointed to his win over Alcaraz in the quarter-finals last year as proof that he can still beat the best on his day. “When I am healthy and everything comes together, I feel I can beat anyone,” Djokovic said. He added that without self-belief, it would be impossible for him to continue competing at the highest level. That belief, according to him, is still very much alive. The Serbian star also ruled out any plans for a retirement tour. He said he does not want attention on his exit when he is still ranked world No.4 and fighting with the top players in the game. Retirement, he said, will be discussed only when he truly feels the time is right. Djokovic will begin his Australian Open 2026 campaign against Pedro Martinez on Monday, January 19. As always, expectations will be high. But for Djokovic, it is simple. He is still in love with the fight, still chasing greatness, and still backing himself to lift one more trophy on the biggest stage.

Novak Djokovic shuts down retirement talk ahead of Australian Open 2026, backs himself for a record 25th Grand Slam, says he can beat anyone when fit and begins his campaign against Pedro Martinez.

'I can beat anyone:' Novak Djokovic confident ahead of Australian Open 2026 title push

India Under-19 captain Ayush Mhatre did not shake hands with his Bangladesh counterpart during match seven of the U-19 World Cup on Saturday (Jan 17), at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Bangladesh captain Md Azizul Hakim Tamim missed the toss due to illness, so vice-captain Zawad Abrar represented the team. After Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first, Abrar walked past Mhatre without the two acknowledging each other or exchanging a handshake. A similar moment occurred minutes later when both teams assembled for the national anthem, again avoiding any interaction. This stance comes at a time of rising political tension between both the countries.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/damien-martyn-back-home-shares-heartfelt-message-this-experience-has-reminded-me-of-how-fragile-life-is-1768632972805">Damien Martyn shares heartfelt message after recovery from meningitis</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Toss news 🗞️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> will bat first in their second group game 🆚 Bangladesh!️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICCMensU19WC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICCMensU19WC</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> 👉 LIVE NOW ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/DGP23ftABG">https://t.co/DGP23ftABG</a> <a href="https://t.co/5hZ9PFHbFL">pic.twitter.com/5hZ9PFHbFL</a>&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/2012439350018252870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The situation started after protests in India over Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman being signed by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for IPL 2026. Many people opposed his participation, citing reports of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. &nbsp;Taking public opinion into account, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said KKR was advised to release Mustafizur from their squad. In response to this, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) raised concerns about player safety and warned that it might not travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-3rd-odi-when-and-where-to-watch-india-vs-new-zealand-match-live-streaming-in-india-1768634130528">IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;After the toss, the focus shifted to the cricket. Abrar expressed confidence in his bowlers, while Mhatre mentioned that India would have also liked to bowl but was prepared to bat first and are ready to put runs on the board.&nbsp;"We will field first. The wicket looks damp and we would like to take advantage for the first 10-15 overs. We've prepared well, we did well in the Asia Cup as well. We've got two all-rounders playing today," the Bangladesh deputy skipper Zawad Abrar said.&nbsp;"We also would have bowled first, the wicket looks damp, but it's OK. The batting was a small concern, it was a small target and we should have chased it down for the loss of one or two wickets, but it's ok. No changes for us," Indian skipper Ayush Mhatre said during the toss.

After Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first, Abrar walked past Mhatre without the two acknowledging each other or exchanging a handshake. 

India Under-19 captain Ayush Mhatre did not shake hands with his Bangladesh counterpart during match seven of the U-19 World Cup on Saturday (Jan 17), at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Bangladesh captain Md Azizul Hakim Tamim missed the toss due to illness, so vice-captain Zawad Abrar represented the team. After Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first, Abrar walked past Mhatre without the two acknowledging each other or exchanging a handshake. A similar moment occurred minutes later when both teams assembled for the national anthem, again avoiding any interaction. This stance comes at a time of rising political tension between both the countries. Also Read - Damien Martyn shares heartfelt message after recovery from meningitis

After Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first, Abrar walked past Mhatre without the two acknowledging each other or exchanging a handshake.&nbsp;

U-19 WC, IND vs BAN: Captains skip handshake at toss amid political tensions

After an exciting second match that helped the visitors level the three-match series at 1-1, India and New Zealand will now meet in the third and final ODI on Sunday (Jan 17), at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. With the series tied, the match is crucial as it will decide the winner. If New Zealand win, they will claim their first-ever ODI series victory in India, two years after winning their maiden Test series.&nbsp;Even though India lost the second ODI, the team still looks strong. Captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Shreyas Iyer have returned to good form, while Virat Kohli is batting well. KL Rahul has also been contributing useful runs in the later stages. However, former captain Rohit Sharma, who has scored in the 20s in both matches so far, will be hoping for a bigger knock.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sai-forms-six-member-committee-to-investigate-death-of-teen-athletes-1768635968143">SAI forms six-member committee to investigate death of teen athletes</a>&nbsp;India’s fast bowlers have done a decent job, but the spinners have not been very effective. For India to win the final match and the series, their spinners will need to step up and take wickets in Indore.<h2>India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI- Live streaming details&nbsp;</h2>As the third ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.&nbsp;<h2>When and where is India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI?</h2>The third ODI between India and New Zealand will take place on Sunday (Jan 18), at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. The match will start at 1:30 pm IST.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa20-mi-cape-town-stay-in-playoffs-hunt-with-narrow-win-over-sunrisers-eastern-cape-1768621942769">SA20: MI Cape Town stay in Playoffs hunt with win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape</a><h2>Where to watch India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI live?</h2>The third ODI between India and New Zealand will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI?</h2>Fans can watch the live streaming of the third ODI between India and New Zealand on the JioHotstar app and website in India.<h2>What time will the toss take place?</h2>The toss for the third ODI between India and New Zealand will be held at 1:00 pm IST.<h2>India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI - Squads</h2>India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill(c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Ayush Badoni, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;New Zealand: Devon Conway(w), Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell(c), Zakary Foulkes, Nick Kelly, Josh Clarkson, Michael Rae, Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Hay, Adithya Ashok, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox

As the third ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. 

After an exciting second match that helped the visitors level the three-match series at 1-1, India and New Zealand will now meet in the third and final ODI on Sunday (Jan 17), at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. With the series tied, the match is crucial as it will decide the winner. If New Zealand win, they will claim their first-ever ODI series victory in India, two years after winning their maiden Test series. Even though India lost the second ODI, the team still looks strong. Captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Shreyas Iyer have returned to good form, while Virat Kohli is batting well. KL Rahul has also been contributing useful runs in the later stages. However, former captain Rohit Sharma, who has scored in the 20s in both matches so far, will be hoping for a bigger knock. Also Read - SAI forms six-member committee to investigate death of teen athletes India’s fast bowlers have done a decent job, but the spinners have not been very effective. For India to win the final match and the series, their spinners will need to step up and take wickets in Indore. India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI- Live streaming details As the third ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. When and where is India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI? The third ODI between India and New Zealand will take place on Sunday (Jan 18), at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. The match will start at 1:30 pm IST. Also Read - SA20: MI Cape Town stay in Playoffs hunt with win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape Where to watch India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI live? The third ODI between India and New Zealand will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Where to livestream India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI? Fans can watch the live streaming of the third ODI between India and New Zealand on the JioHotstar app and website in India. What time will the toss take place? The toss for the third ODI between India and New Zealand will be held at 1:00 pm IST. India vs New Zealand, 3rd ODI - Squads India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill(c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Ayush Badoni, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Rishabh Pant, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravindra Jadeja New Zealand: Devon Conway(w), Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell(c), Zakary Foulkes, Nick Kelly, Josh Clarkson, Michael Rae, Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Hay, Adithya Ashok, Kristian Clarke and Jayden Lennox

As the third ODI between India and New Zealand approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.&nbsp;

IND vs NZ, 3rd ODI: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?

Former Australian batter Damien Martyn has opened up on his health-related issues after he recently returned home from the hospital. The World Cup winner was hospitalised with meningitis, and consequently admitted to a hospital in Queensland, confirmed on Dec 31. However, now recovering from meningitis, Martyn reckons life can be fragile and took to his social media handle to share his experience.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This post is A BIG thank you to ALL my family, friends and so many other people who have reached out to me! On the 27th of December 2025 my life was taken out of my hands…when meningitis took over my brain, &amp; unbeknownst to me I was placed into a paralysed coma for 8 days to… <a href="https://t.co/3Mt3DS6MZY">pic.twitter.com/3Mt3DS6MZY</a>&mdash; Damien Martyn🏏 (@damienmartyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/damienmartyn/status/2012405092499214598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Martyn shares thoughts after home coming</h2>"I'm back," former Australia cricketer Damien Martyn has tweeted as part of a message on social media that's equal parts health update - all positive - and a thank-you note.&nbsp;"After being given a 50/50 chance of surviving, I came out of the induced coma 8 days later...not able to walk or talk. And yet 4 days after that, with the doctors in disbelief, I walked, I talked and proved to them all why I should be released from hospital to start my recovery," former Australia batter Martyn, now 54, wrote after returning home from hospital.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Martyn, 54, fell ill on Boxing Day, with news emerging of his condition in the final week of December. A legend of the game, Martyn underwent treatment in Queensland. While there was no official word from the family, former Australian player and stand-in captain Adam Gilchrist gave a health update that week.&nbsp;Speaking on behalf of Martyn's family, close friend Adam Gilchrist said: "He is getting the best of treatment and [Martyn's partner] Amanda and his family know that a lot of people are sending their prayers and best wishes."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg said: "I'm saddened to hear of Damien's illness. The best wishes of everyone at CA and in the wider cricket community are with him at this time."&nbsp;An incredible servant of the game, Martyn played at the top level for 14 years, spanning a career from 1992 to 2006, before he joined the Indian Cricket League (ICL). As ICL was branded a rebel league by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Martyn’s career at the international level came to an end as players were barred from playing for their national side.

Damien Martyn, 54, fell ill on Boxing Day, with news emerging of his condition in the final week of December. A legend of the game, Martyn underwent treatment in Queensland. 

Former Australian batter Damien Martyn has opened up on his health-related issues after he recently returned home from the hospital. The World Cup winner was hospitalised with meningitis, and consequently admitted to a hospital in Queensland, confirmed on Dec 31. However, now recovering from meningitis, Martyn reckons life can be fragile and took to his social media handle to share his experience.

Damien Martyn, 54, fell ill on Boxing Day, with news emerging of his condition in the final week of December. A legend of the game, Martyn underwent treatment in Queensland.&nbsp;

Damien Martyn back home, shares heartfelt message 'this experience has reminded me of how fragile life is'

Star India batter Virat Kohli was spotted at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple as the Indian team is currently in Indore for the final ODI against New Zealand. Playing at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, Virat and the rest of the Indian team arrived in the city after losing the second ODI in Rajkot. However, it was the former India captain who made the most of the visit and sought blessings at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple, where he was spotted.

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<h2>Virat seeks blessing at Mahakaleshwar Temple</h2>The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga of Ujjain is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, shrines said to be the most sacred abodes of Shiva. On the eve of the final ODI, Virat was seen taking blessings wearing a full sleeve T-shirt and was accompanied by Kuldeep Yadav and a few other members of the Indian team management.&nbsp;Members of the temple committee were also seen accompanying the former India captain.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>India get ready for Indore showdown</h2>The Indian team will be ready for the final ODI in Indore as they look to win the series. Currently at 1-1 after two matches, the final ODI will decide the fate of the series. This will be both Virat and Rohit’s final ODI assignment before the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Both will leave the camp as the T20I side will take the spotlight in the coming days ahead of the T20 World Cup, which starts on Feb 7.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Both Virat and Rohit are in superb form for the nation, with Virat scoring two hundreds in the South Africa series in November and December. He missed out on a hundred in Vadodara last Sunday as he was dismissed for 93. However, he will now look to put that behind him and help India win the ODI series on Sunday in Indore.

The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga of Ujjain is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, shrines said to be the most sacred abodes of Shiva. On the eve of the final ODI, Virat Kohli was seen taking blessings wearing a full sleeve T-shirt.

Star India batter Virat Kohli was spotted at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple as the Indian team is currently in Indore for the final ODI against New Zealand. Playing at the Holkar Stadium in Indore, Virat and the rest of the Indian team arrived in the city after losing the second ODI in Rajkot. However, it was the former India captain who made the most of the visit and sought blessings at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple, where he was spotted.

The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga of Ujjain is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, shrines said to be the most sacred abodes of Shiva. On the eve of the final ODI, Virat Kohli was seen taking blessings wearing a full sleeve T-shirt.

Watch: Virat Kohli seeks blessings at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal'

MI Cape Town have revived their SA20 playoff chances with a three-wicket victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape at Newlands on Friday (Jan 16) evening.&nbsp;The defending champions collected four valuable points to lift them to 14 points with their all-important final round-robin fixture against Sunrisers at St George’s Park on Sunday remaining.&nbsp;MI Cape Town, however, missed out on the bonus point, which resulted in Pretoria Capitals (20 points) joining Sunrisers (24 points) and Paarl Royals (24 points) as the third team to advance to the playoffs.&nbsp;The home team were spurred on by a fifth successive sold-out Newlands crowd from the moment Trent Boult had the in-form Quinton de Kock caught behind the very first ball of the innings.&nbsp;MI Cape Town maintained the pressure throughout with Boult rediscovering his form with 3/28 before Corbin Bosch closed out the innings with figures of 4/34.&nbsp;All the Sunrisers batters struggled to adapt to a two-paced Newlands surface with only Marco Jansen striking the ball with any sort of freedom. The lanky allrounder stroked four sixes and three boundaries in his 23-ball 48 and along with a sedate 28 off 27 balls from James Coles, the Sunrisers posted 139/9 in their allotted 20 overs.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Jansen took his batting form straight into the MI Cape Town innings with the left-armer removing both Rassie van der Dussen and the in-form Ryan Rickelton in the Powerplay to provide Sunrisers with the start they would have been hoping for.&nbsp;But Reeza Hendricks (41 off 43 balls) dug his heels in to play the anchor role to ensure that despite MI Cape Town continuing to lose wickets, they would inch closer to the required total.&nbsp;The four Player of the Match candidates were Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Reeza Hendricks and Marco Jansen with Bosch taking the honours.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Allrounder George Linde struck a breezy 31 off 18 balls and new import Kieron Pollard contributed 20 off 14, but still Sunrisers stayed in their fight.&nbsp;It became tricky towards the end when Hendricks was dismissed off the final ball of the penultimate over, caught at deep cover off Anrich Nortje, leaving MI Cape Town requiring four runs off the final over.&nbsp;For MI Cape Town and the Newlands faithful, Sunrisers allrounder Senuran Muthusamy (2/25) over-stepped to offer up Bosch a free hit to close out the game and keep the champions alive in the competition. &nbsp;

MI Cape Town collected four valuable points to lift them to 14 points with their all-important final round-robin fixture against Sunrisers at St George’s Park on Sunday remaining.

MI Cape Town have revived their SA20 playoff chances with a three-wicket victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape at Newlands on Friday (Jan 16) evening. The defending champions collected four valuable points to lift them to 14 points with their all-important final round-robin fixture against Sunrisers at St George’s Park on Sunday remaining. MI Cape Town, however, missed out on the bonus point, which resulted in Pretoria Capitals (20 points) joining Sunrisers (24 points) and Paarl Royals (24 points) as the third team to advance to the playoffs. The home team were spurred on by a fifth successive sold-out Newlands crowd from the moment Trent Boult had the in-form Quinton de Kock caught behind the very first ball of the innings. MI Cape Town maintained the pressure throughout with Boult rediscovering his form with 3/28 before Corbin Bosch closed out the innings with figures of 4/34. All the Sunrisers batters struggled to adapt to a two-paced Newlands surface with only Marco Jansen striking the ball with any sort of freedom. The lanky allrounder stroked four sixes and three boundaries in his 23-ball 48 and along with a sedate 28 off 27 balls from James Coles, the Sunrisers posted 139/9 in their allotted 20 overs. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Jansen took his batting form straight into the MI Cape Town innings with the left-armer removing both Rassie van der Dussen and the in-form Ryan Rickelton in the Powerplay to provide Sunrisers with the start they would have been hoping for. But Reeza Hendricks (41 off 43 balls) dug his heels in to play the anchor role to ensure that despite MI Cape Town continuing to lose wickets, they would inch closer to the required total. The four Player of the Match candidates were Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Reeza Hendricks and Marco Jansen with Bosch taking the honours. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Allrounder George Linde struck a breezy 31 off 18 balls and new import Kieron Pollard contributed 20 off 14, but still Sunrisers stayed in their fight. It became tricky towards the end when Hendricks was dismissed off the final ball of the penultimate over, caught at deep cover off Anrich Nortje, leaving MI Cape Town requiring four runs off the final over. For MI Cape Town and the Newlands faithful, Sunrisers allrounder Senuran Muthusamy (2/25) over-stepped to offer up Bosch a free hit to close out the game and keep the champions alive in the competition.

MI Cape Town collected four valuable points to lift them to 14 points with their all-important final round-robin fixture against Sunrisers at St George’s Park on Sunday remaining.

SA20: MI Cape Town stay in Playoffs hunt with narrow win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape

Royal Challengers Bengaluru stayed unbeaten in WPL 2026 with a 32-run win over Gujarat Giants at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. After slipping to 43 for 4, RCB recovered strongly to post 182 for 7, led by Radha Yadav’s maiden WPL fifty and a match-changing partnership with Richa Ghosh. Nadine de Klerk added vital late runs to push the total beyond 180.&nbsp;&nbsp;In reply, Gujarat were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs as Shreyanka Patil produced a dream spell, claiming her maiden five-wicket haul. Lauren Bell supported her with three wickets, ensuring RCB sealed their third straight victory of the season.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-batters-fastest-to-22-000-international-runs-1768559208064">5 batters fastest to 22,000 international runs</a>&nbsp;RCB captain Smriti Mandhana praised the middle-order effort and the impact made by Shreyanka with the ball. She said, “The partnership between Radha and Richa was something really special to watch and then Shrey coming in and bowling crucial overs and getting crucial wickets, whole team played very well today.”&nbsp;On Radha Yadav’s role in the batting order, Mandhana added, “She’s always played that role for her state team and done well. We knew she’s done well in that role. And then when we lost Pooja for the first few weeks the first option was Radha. It’s an Indian league and when someone’s done well in that role for her state, you have to back them.”&nbsp;Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner felt the decision to bowl first was the right one but admitted they lost control once Radha Yadav settled in. She said, “Obviously we wanted to bowl first. We felt there was a little bit in the wicket early. Radha obviously batted brilliantly. We probably fed her strength for too long and she kind of got going.”&nbsp;Gardner believed the target was within reach but pointed to the top order’s failure as the main reason for the loss. “I still think 180 was very gettable and it just shows that if our top order batters don’t score those important runs it kind of leaves us a little bit short.”&nbsp;WIth this win RCB now sit comfortably at the top of table with three wins in three matches.

RCB beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs in WPL 2026 as Shreyanka Patil claimed a five-for and Radha Yadav smashed a maiden fifty to power Bengaluru to 182 at DY Patil Stadium, staying unbeaten.


Royal Challengers Bengaluru stayed unbeaten in WPL 2026 with a 32-run win over Gujarat Giants at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. After slipping to 43 for 4, RCB recovered strongly to post 182 for 7, led by Radha Yadav’s maiden WPL fifty and a match-changing partnership with Richa Ghosh. Nadine de Klerk added vital late runs to push the total beyond 180. In reply, Gujarat were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs as Shreyanka Patil produced a dream spell, claiming her maiden five-wicket haul. Lauren Bell supported her with three wickets, ensuring RCB sealed their third straight victory of the season. Also read | 5 batters fastest to 22,000 international runs RCB captain Smriti Mandhana praised the middle-order effort and the impact made by Shreyanka with the ball. She said, “The partnership between Radha and Richa was something really special to watch and then Shrey coming in and bowling crucial overs and getting crucial wickets, whole team played very well today.” On Radha Yadav’s role in the batting order, Mandhana added, “She’s always played that role for her state team and done well. We knew she’s done well in that role. And then when we lost Pooja for the first few weeks the first option was Radha. It’s an Indian league and when someone’s done well in that role for her state, you have to back them.” Gujarat Giants captain Ashleigh Gardner felt the decision to bowl first was the right one but admitted they lost control once Radha Yadav settled in. She said, “Obviously we wanted to bowl first. We felt there was a little bit in the wicket early. Radha obviously batted brilliantly. We probably fed her strength for too long and she kind of got going.” Gardner believed the target was within reach but pointed to the top order’s failure as the main reason for the loss. “I still think 180 was very gettable and it just shows that if our top order batters don’t score those important runs it kind of leaves us a little bit short.” WIth this win RCB now sit comfortably at the top of table with three wins in three matches.

RCB beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs in WPL 2026 as Shreyanka Patil claimed a five-for and Radha Yadav smashed a maiden fifty to power Bengaluru to 182 at DY Patil Stadium, staying unbeaten.

WPL 2026, RCB-W vs GG-W: Here's how both captains reacted after the game

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB-W) defeated Gujarat Giants (GG-W) by 32 runs in game nine of WPL 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Shreyanka Patil stole the spotlight through a stunning five-wicket haul. Batting first, RCB were put under pressure early as they slipped to 43 for 4. Gujarat’s bowlers were sharp in the Powerplay and looked in full control. But the game turned on its head once Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh came together. The duo stitched a crucial partnership of 105 runs for the fifth wicket and brought calm to the innings.&nbsp;<h2>Radha and Richa rescue RCB</h2>Radha Yadav anchored the innings beautifully, scoring 66 off 47 balls and reaching her maiden WPL fifty. She rotated the strike well, punished loose deliveries, and held the innings together when the top order had failed. Richa Ghosh complemented her perfectly, adding 44 from 28 balls with her aggressive stroke play. Their 105-run stand completely shifted the momentum in RCB’s favour.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wpl-2026-mi-w-vs-gg-w-here-s-how-both-captains-reacted-after-the-game-1768327747419">WPL 2026, RCB-W vs GG-W: Here's how both captains reacted after the game</a>&nbsp;After Richa fell, Nadine de Klerk played a short but effective cameo of 26 runs off 12 balls to help RCB reach a challenging 182 for 7. Gujarat also dropped a few key catches, giving both Radha and Richa lifelines, which proved costly. Sophie Devine was the pick of the bowlers for Gujarat, taking three wickets, while Renuka Singh and Kashvee Gautam contributed one each. Despite their efforts, the Giants could not restrict RCB to a smaller total.<h2>Shreyanka Patil stars with the ball</h2>Chasing 183, Gujarat started positively with a 34-run opening partnership between Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine. Mooney was aggressive, scoring 27 off 14 balls, but after that, wickets started falling regularly. Shreyanka Patil came into the attack and dismantled the Gujarat middle order. She bowled with precision and confidence, taking key wickets at crucial moments.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bharati Fulmali tried to fight back with a quick 39, but it wasn’t enough. Shreyanka finished with incredible figures of 5 for 23, marking her maiden WPL five-wicket haul. Lauren Bell supported her well, picking up three wickets and ensuring Gujarat never recovered. The Giants were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs, falling 32 runs short of the target.&nbsp;With this win, RCB extended their unbeaten run in WPL 2026 and continued their dominant start to the season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs in WPL 2026 as Shreyanka Patil took a maiden five wicket haul after Radha Yadav’s fifty helped RCB post 182 at DY Patil Stadium.


Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB-W) defeated Gujarat Giants (GG-W) by 32 runs in game nine of WPL 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Shreyanka Patil stole the spotlight through a stunning five-wicket haul. Batting first, RCB were put under pressure early as they slipped to 43 for 4. Gujarat’s bowlers were sharp in the Powerplay and looked in full control. But the game turned on its head once Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh came together. The duo stitched a crucial partnership of 105 runs for the fifth wicket and brought calm to the innings. Radha and Richa rescue RCB Radha Yadav anchored the innings beautifully, scoring 66 off 47 balls and reaching her maiden WPL fifty. She rotated the strike well, punished loose deliveries, and held the innings together when the top order had failed. Richa Ghosh complemented her perfectly, adding 44 from 28 balls with her aggressive stroke play. Their 105-run stand completely shifted the momentum in RCB’s favour. Also read | WPL 2026, RCB-W vs GG-W: Here's how both captains reacted after the game After Richa fell, Nadine de Klerk played a short but effective cameo of 26 runs off 12 balls to help RCB reach a challenging 182 for 7. Gujarat also dropped a few key catches, giving both Radha and Richa lifelines, which proved costly. Sophie Devine was the pick of the bowlers for Gujarat, taking three wickets, while Renuka Singh and Kashvee Gautam contributed one each. Despite their efforts, the Giants could not restrict RCB to a smaller total. Shreyanka Patil stars with the ball Chasing 183, Gujarat started positively with a 34-run opening partnership between Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine. Mooney was aggressive, scoring 27 off 14 balls, but after that, wickets started falling regularly. Shreyanka Patil came into the attack and dismantled the Gujarat middle order. She bowled with precision and confidence, taking key wickets at crucial moments. Bharati Fulmali tried to fight back with a quick 39, but it wasn’t enough. Shreyanka finished with incredible figures of 5 for 23, marking her maiden WPL five-wicket haul. Lauren Bell supported her well, picking up three wickets and ensuring Gujarat never recovered. The Giants were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs, falling 32 runs short of the target. With this win, RCB extended their unbeaten run in WPL 2026 and continued their dominant start to the season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs in WPL 2026 as Shreyanka Patil took a maiden five-wicket haul after Radha Yadav’s fifty helped RCB post 182 at DY Patil Stadium.

RCB-W vs GG-W, WPL 2026: Shreyanka Patil’s five-for powers Bengaluru to 32-run win

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RCB-W vs GG-W: Shreyanka Patil’s five-for powers Bengaluru to 32-run win