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<p>Several players have achieved this majestic feat of scoring 10,000 or more ODI runs. Here, we look at the top five right-handed batters quickest to this milestone. The list includes three Indians.</p>

Meet 5 right-hand batters fastest to 10,000 ODI runs

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<p>The 2025-26 Ashes is about to get over, with all three results possible on the final day in Sydney. However, what’s not possible is to see all English players on this tour to be available for the next one. Check who all might miss out.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Star India batter Virat Kohli was greeted by an ocean of fans as he arrived in Vadodara on Wednesday, January 7, ahead of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. Earlier, the Delhi-born cricketer had landed in Mumbai after ringing in the New Year 2026 in Dubai with his family and close friends. Chaos broke out at the Vadodara airport as excited supporters chanted his name and tried to get a glimpse of the former India captain. Fans raised their phones for selfies, and security had to step in as Kohli made his way to his vehicle.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Gujarat: Former Indian Captain and Star Cricketer Virat Kohli arrives at Vadodara for Team India&#39;s ODI match against New Zealand on 11th January. <a href="https://t.co/cQbhCghMZy">pic.twitter.com/cQbhCghMZy</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2008834868558594152?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The first ODI in Vadodara also carries a touch of nostalgia for Kohli. The last time he played an ODI at the venue was back in 2010, coincidentally against New Zealand. On December 4 that year, a young Kohli scored an unbeaten 63 as India chased down the target comfortably. Gautam Gambhir, now India’s head coach, starred with an unbeaten 126 to claim the Player of the Match award, with the pair adding 114 runs for the second wicket.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/malaysian-open-2026-pv-sindhu-returns-in-style-beats-sung-shuo-yun-in-straight-games-1767780343068"><strong>Malaysian Open 2026: PV Sindhu returns in style, beats Sung Shuo Yun in straight games</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kohli’s return to the stadium will surely remind fans of those thrilling moments. Coming into the series, Kohli is in red-hot form. He finished the previous year with a strong run in international and domestic cricket. After hitting a half-century in the final ODI in Australia, he followed it up with two consecutive centuries and a fifty in the three-match home series against South Africa. His form continued in domestic cricket, scoring a century and a fifty for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Since stepping away from T20Is and Tests, Kohli has focused on ODIs and continues to show why he is regarded as one of the best batters in the world.</p><p><br>The upcoming series against New Zealand will be Kohli’s first international assignment of 2026.&nbsp;</p>

Star India batter Virat Kohli arrived in Vadodara ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, greeted by thousands of fans at the airport.

Star India batter Virat Kohli was greeted by an ocean of fans as he arrived in Vadodara on Wednesday, January 7, ahead of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. Earlier, the Delhi-born cricketer had landed in Mumbai after ringing in the New Year 2026 in Dubai with his family and close friends. Chaos broke out at the Vadodara airport as excited supporters chanted his name and tried to get a glimpse of the former India captain. Fans raised their phones for selfies, and security had to step in as Kohli made his way to his vehicle.

<p>Star India batter Virat Kohli arrived in Vadodara ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, greeted by thousands of fans at the airport.</p>

WATCH: Ocean of fans surround Virat Kohli at Vadodara airport on his arrival

From Muttiah Muralitharan to Ravichandran Ashwin, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 400 Test wickets. This list also includes Richard Hadlee, Dale Steyn and Rangana Herath

<p>From Muttiah Muralitharan to Ravichandran Ashwin, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 400 Test wickets. This list also includes Richard Hadlee, Dale Steyn and Rangana Herath</p>

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<p>India batter Rohit Sharam was recently teased by fans with 'do you want a vada pav (famous sandwich-like Indian snack), during a practice session in Mumbai. Rohit, however, did not say anything back and just waived at fans, making them happy. The former Indian skipper, who now only plays ODI format, will be next seen in India vs New Zealand three-match series, which begins January 11. Rohit was also part of Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) team for two matches and scored a hundred in one of them.</p><h2>Rohit reacts of fans asking ' do you want vada pav'</h2><p>In a video widely ciculating on social media platform X, Rohit can be seen taking a break during a practice session. The fans cheering him can be heard in the background with one of them asking, 'Rohit Bhaiya do you need a vada pav?' The Indian cricketer, however, just gave a gentle wave to fans in acknowledgement and made their day. He, of course, did not say yes to the vada pav question. Have a look at the video below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After the practice session ended, when Rohit Sharma came out, the fans jokingly said, &quot;Rohit bhaiya, vadapav pahije ka&quot; and <br>Rohit just waved his hand and replied, &quot;No&quot; 😂❤️<br><br>bRO always enjoy with his fans❤️ <a href="https://t.co/euco1nvMqs">pic.twitter.com/euco1nvMqs</a></p>&mdash; 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) <a href="https://twitter.com/rushiii_12/status/2008503402716946772?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-bcb-rejects-icc-ultimatum-claims-on-shifting-matches-outside-india-1767775924496">T20 WC 2026: BCB rejects ICC ‘ultimatum’ claims on moving matches outside India</a></p><h2>Rohit Sharma future in Indian ODI team</h2><p>Ever since Rohit announced his retirement from Test last year, there were speculations about his place in the ODI team and his inclusion in plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The former Indian skipper, however, has performed well in the two series played - vs Australia in Australia and against South Africa at home - to put an end to the retirement speculations. While the ODI WC 2027 is still far away to say anything concrete, Rohit's current form warrants a place in the side which is backed by his extraordinary numbers in the format as well. The upcoming three-ODI series against New Zealand at will also be another opportunity for the batter to consolidate his position for the 50-over World Cup.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Rohit, however, did not say anything back and just waived at fans, making them happy. The former Indian skipper, who now only plays ODI format, will be next seen in India vs New Zealand three-match series, which begins January 11.

India batter Rohit Sharam was recently teased by fans with 'do you want a vada pav (famous sandwich-like Indian snack), during a practice session in Mumbai. Rohit, however, did not say anything back and just waived at fans, making them happy. The former Indian skipper, who now only plays ODI format, will be next seen in India vs New Zealand three-match series, which begins January 11. Rohit was also part of Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) team for two matches and scored a hundred in one of them. Rohit reacts of fans asking ' do you want vada pav' In a video widely ciculating on social media platform X, Rohit can be seen taking a break during a practice session. The fans cheering him can be heard in the background with one of them asking, 'Rohit Bhaiya do you need a vada pav?' The Indian cricketer, however, just gave a gentle wave to fans in acknowledgement and made their day. He, of course, did not say yes to the vada pav question. Have a look at the video below:

<p>Rohit, however, did not say anything back and just waived at fans, making them happy. The former Indian skipper, who now only plays ODI format, will be next seen in India vs New Zealand three-match series, which begins January 11.</p>

Rohit Sharma video: India batter gets 'vada pav' offer by fans during practice session ahead of NZ series | WATCH

<p>England number three Jacob Bethell called his unbeaten 142 against Australia at the SCG a ‘very special’ inning, as he held on end, keeping England afloat in their quest to save this Test. Ashes came alive for the 22-year-old, who notched up his maiden Test hundred, also his first First-Class ton, in the fifth and final Ashes match in Sydney. His family celebrated his brilliant knock, cheering from the stands. His knock, however, helped England avoid getting all out on the fourth day, with their scorecard reading 302 for eight, leading by 119 runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"It's pretty special, it's not really sunk in yet. I haven't really had time to kind of reflect on it," Bethell said. "But to do that and have the family there was very special.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"My dad was a cricketer, so he knows how it feels to be out there batting, but I don't think that stops him from getting any less nervous."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/scg-test-day-4-jacob-bethell-maiden-test-ton-keeps-england-afloat-as-lead-extends-to-119-1767771296078"><strong>SCG Test, Day 4: Jacob Bethell's maiden Test ton keeps England afloat as lead extends to 119</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Over the past 50 years, only Alastair Cook, David Gower and Ollie Pope were younger when they scored their first Test century for England. Bethell made his Test bow against New Zealand in Christchurch in late 2024, crunching half-centuries in each of the three Tests during the series after incumbent number three Pope slid down the order to keep wicket. His progress was then hampered by injury and Pope hitting form back at three. But Bethell was recalled for the fourth Test in Melbourne to replace Pope, scoring a gritty 40 in difficult batting conditions, with the number three position now his to lose.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Asked if finally getting a first-class hundred was a weight off his shoulders, the confident Bethell replied: "Not really, to be honest, it was always coming.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"But it's nice to get over the milestone. It will give me a lot of confidence to keep doing it."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With England having already lost the series and looking to reset after the Ashes, Bethell was quickly hailed as a player for the future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"This was a coming of age," former England captain Cook said on TNT Sports. "Bethell affirmed what we already knew about his talent. He delivered on the big stage on a tough wicket, with the game on the line.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I think it was right that he had to wait for his chance, but he has taken his chance and shown the future of England cricket batting after Joe Root."</p><p>Another former England captain, Michael Vaughan, echoed Cook's sentiments.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Seeing how Jacob Bethell has played -- his technique is incredible. To play at this level for long periods of time, you have to have that," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"He has played the ball straight, right under his eyeline.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Jacob Bethell has played in a way that Test match cricket has been played for many generations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“It was a masterclass in technique and composure.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>(With inputs from AFP)</i></p>

Bethell's previous highest score was 96 against New Zealand during the Wellington Test in 2024.

England number three Jacob Bethell called his unbeaten 142 against Australia at the SCG a ‘very special’ inning, as he held on end, keeping England afloat in their quest to save this Test. Ashes came alive for the 22-year-old, who notched up his maiden Test hundred, also his first First-Class ton, in the fifth and final Ashes match in Sydney. His family celebrated his brilliant knock, cheering from the stands. His knock, however, helped England avoid getting all out on the fourth day, with their scorecard reading 302 for eight, leading by 119 runs. "It's pretty special, it's not really sunk in yet. I haven't really had time to kind of reflect on it," Bethell said. "But to do that and have the family there was very special. "My dad was a cricketer, so he knows how it feels to be out there batting, but I don't think that stops him from getting any less nervous." Also read | SCG Test, Day 4: Jacob Bethell's maiden Test ton keeps England afloat as lead extends to 119 Over the past 50 years, only Alastair Cook, David Gower and Ollie Pope were younger when they scored their first Test century for England. Bethell made his Test bow against New Zealand in Christchurch in late 2024, crunching half-centuries in each of the three Tests during the series after incumbent number three Pope slid down the order to keep wicket. His progress was then hampered by injury and Pope hitting form back at three. But Bethell was recalled for the fourth Test in Melbourne to replace Pope, scoring a gritty 40 in difficult batting conditions, with the number three position now his to lose. Asked if finally getting a first-class hundred was a weight off his shoulders, the confident Bethell replied: "Not really, to be honest, it was always coming. "But it's nice to get over the milestone. It will give me a lot of confidence to keep doing it." With England having already lost the series and looking to reset after the Ashes, Bethell was quickly hailed as a player for the future. "This was a coming of age," former England captain Cook said on TNT Sports. "Bethell affirmed what we already knew about his talent. He delivered on the big stage on a tough wicket, with the game on the line. "I think it was right that he had to wait for his chance, but he has taken his chance and shown the future of England cricket batting after Joe Root." Another former England captain, Michael Vaughan, echoed Cook's sentiments. "Seeing how Jacob Bethell has played -- his technique is incredible. To play at this level for long periods of time, you have to have that," he said. "He has played the ball straight, right under his eyeline. "Jacob Bethell has played in a way that Test match cricket has been played for many generations. “It was a masterclass in technique and composure.” (With inputs from AFP)

<p>Bethell's previous highest score was 96 against New Zealand during the Wellington Test in 2024.</p>

Ashes: England’s Jacob Bethell savours ‘pretty special’ maiden Test hundred at SCG

From Hashim Amla to Viv Richards, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 5000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and Shai Hope

<p>From Hashim Amla to Viv Richards, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 5000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and Shai Hope</p>

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 5,000 ODI runs

<p>Bangaldesh Cricket Board (BCB) has refused the reports of an ultimatum issued by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over their demand to shiftt the T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India. The media reports claimed on Wednesday (Jan 7) that ICC, in a call with BCB on Tuesday (Jan 6), had asked Bangladesh to either play matches in India or forfeit the points. In a statement issued on Wednesday, however, BCB refuted the claims and said that ICC has assured 'its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation.' Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal).</p><h2>What Bangladesh said about ICC's ultimatum to play T20 World Cup matches in India?</h2><p>Speaking on the rejection of BCB's request by ICC to play T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India, the board issued a statement and said: &nbsp;"The BCB categorically states that such claims are completely false, unfounded and do not reflect the nature or content of the communication received from the ICC."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-sports-presenter-ridhima-pathak-breaks-silence-on-bpl-exit-says-made-a-personal-decision-1767769816595">Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak breaks silence on BPL exit, says...</a></p><p>"In its communication, the ICC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation of the Bangladesh team in the tournament. The ICC has conveyed its willingness to work closely with the BCB to address the concerns raised and has assured that the Board's inputs will be welcomed and duly considered as part of the detailed security planning for the event," the statement added.</p><h2>Why did Bangladesh refuse to play in India?</h2><p>The decision to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India was prompted by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) releasing Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the squad. There was not shared by the IPL or KKR on the move.</p><p>Rahman was bought at the IPL 2026 auction in December last yeat for INR 9.2 crore and was the only Bangladesh player to be picked up in the acution. The BCB, in retaliation, also banned the broadcast of IPL in the country indefinitely.&nbsp;</p>

Speaking on the rejection of BCB's request by ICC to play T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India, the board ‘categorically states that such claims are completely false.’  Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata before the final match in Mumbai.

Bangaldesh Cricket Board (BCB) has refused the reports of an ultimatum issued by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over their demand to shiftt the T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India. The media reports claimed on Wednesday (Jan 7) that ICC, in a call with BCB on Tuesday (Jan 6), had asked Bangladesh to either play matches in India or forfeit the points. In a statement issued on Wednesday, however, BCB refuted the claims and said that ICC has assured 'its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation.' Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal). What Bangladesh said about ICC's ultimatum to play T20 World Cup matches in India? Speaking on the rejection of BCB's request by ICC to play T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India, the board issued a statement and said: "The BCB categorically states that such claims are completely false, unfounded and do not reflect the nature or content of the communication received from the ICC." Also Read: Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak breaks silence on BPL exit, says... "In its communication, the ICC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation of the Bangladesh team in the tournament. The ICC has conveyed its willingness to work closely with the BCB to address the concerns raised and has assured that the Board's inputs will be welcomed and duly considered as part of the detailed security planning for the event," the statement added. Why did Bangladesh refuse to play in India? The decision to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India was prompted by the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) releasing Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the squad. There was not shared by the IPL or KKR on the move. Rahman was bought at the IPL 2026 auction in December last yeat for INR 9.2 crore and was the only Bangladesh player to be picked up in the acution. The BCB, in retaliation, also banned the broadcast of IPL in the country indefinitely.

<p>Speaking on the rejection of BCB's request by ICC to play T20 World Cup 2026 matches outside India, the board ‘categorically states that such claims are completely false.’ &nbsp;Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata before the final match in Mumbai.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026: BCB denies receiving ICC ‘ultimatum’ over request to move matches outside India

<p>With cricket’s current Fab Four (Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root and Kane Williamson) all approaching the twilight stage of their careers, it’s time for the next generation of all-formats prospects to step up and make the game about themselves. Among the new ones or those touted to make an impact across all three forms of the game, include Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Cameron Green, Harry Brook, Rachin Ravindra and more, and while chances of anyone who missed out on this list making it grand are also there, former Australian batter Mark Waugh handpicked the next generation’s greatest Test cricketer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Waugh had several options to pick from, and even though he mentioned all those with a bright future, he feels an Indian batter would go down as the best of the lot in red-ball cricket.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/scg-test-day-4-jacob-bethell-maiden-test-ton-keeps-england-afloat-as-lead-extends-to-119-1767771296078"><strong>SCG Test, Day 4: Jacob Bethell's maiden Test ton keeps England afloat as lead extends to 119</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>“I reckon there’s three in the run. Jaiswal, Brook and Ravindra from New Zealand. Well, I’m going with Jaiswal. At 24 years of age, he’s already scored a double hundred and averages just under 50. There’s something special about this kid. So I’ve got him down, Jaiswal, as the next champion batsman of the elite group. Look at him. Brilliant player. So that’s my pick, the young Indian,” Mark Waugh said while speaking on Kayo Sports on the sidelines of the 5th Ashes Test between Australia and England in Sydney.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH VIDEO –</strong></p>

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<h3>Cummins calls Smith ‘better’ than Bradman</h3><p>Steve Smith, Australia’s stand-in captain for the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, averages close to 56 in the whites and is looked up to by many as Australia’s greatest Test batter since Don Bradman. Although the disparity in their Test averages is massive, with Bradman’s reading 99.94, the highest ever by any batter in Test cricket, the quality both possess and possessed shall not be questioned.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Smith is Australia’s best Test batter of the past decade, and his accolades speak for themselves. Even in the ongoing Test at the SCG, the right-hander completed his 37th Test hundred, breaking several records.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, during a chat on SEN Cricket, an Australian channel, the two presenters asked regular Test captain Pat Cummins, who was passing by, if he considers Smith to be the next best thing to happen to Australia’s Test batting since the great Bradman, to which Cummins, who was left out of the final Ashes Test, said, ‘Better’!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH VIDEO -</strong></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔉 “Hey Pat, do you reckon Steve Smith is the best since Bradman?” <a href="https://twitter.com/tommorris32?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tommorris32</a> <br><br>🔉 “He’s better!”<br><br>Confirmed New Baller 🤝<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheNewBall?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheNewBall</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ashes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ashes</a> 🏏 <a href="https://t.co/lGKVmEhbLq">pic.twitter.com/lGKVmEhbLq</a></p>&mdash; SEN Cricket (@SEN_Cricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SEN_Cricket/status/2008676240237150535?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Steve Smith is Australia's best Test batter over the past decade, averaging close to 56. 

With cricket’s current Fab Four (Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root and Kane Williamson) all approaching the twilight stage of their careers, it’s time for the next generation of all-formats prospects to step up and make the game about themselves. Among the new ones or those touted to make an impact across all three forms of the game, include Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Cameron Green, Harry Brook, Rachin Ravindra and more, and while chances of anyone who missed out on this list making it grand are also there, former Australian batter Mark Waugh handpicked the next generation’s greatest Test cricketer. Waugh had several options to pick from, and even though he mentioned all those with a bright future, he feels an Indian batter would go down as the best of the lot in red-ball cricket. Also read | SCG Test, Day 4: Jacob Bethell's maiden Test ton keeps England afloat as lead extends to 119 “I reckon there’s three in the run. Jaiswal, Brook and Ravindra from New Zealand. Well, I’m going with Jaiswal. At 24 years of age, he’s already scored a double hundred and averages just under 50. There’s something special about this kid. So I’ve got him down, Jaiswal, as the next champion batsman of the elite group. Look at him. Brilliant player. So that’s my pick, the young Indian,” Mark Waugh said while speaking on Kayo Sports on the sidelines of the 5th Ashes Test between Australia and England in Sydney. WATCH VIDEO –

<p>Steve Smith is Australia's best Test batter over the past decade, averaging close to 56.&nbsp;</p>

Mark Waugh picks THIS Indian as Test cricket’s next great batter; Cummins calls Smith ‘better’ than Bradman

<p>Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak on Wednesday (Jan 7) said she had voluntarily stepped away from the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) broadcast team, dismissing reports that she was removed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). She further explained that her decision was personal and not forced, putting an end to speculation that she was dropped. Her statement comes at a time when relations between Indian and Bangladeshi cricket boards are tense and the issue has drawn strong attention from fans and the media.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"In the last few hours, there's been a narrative suggesting I was 'dropped' from the BPL. That is not true. I made a personal decision to opt out. For me, my nation comes first—always. And I value the game of cricket far beyond any single assignment. I've been privileged to serve this sport for years with honesty, respect, and passion. That won't change. I'll continue to stand for integrity, for clarity, and for the spirit of the game," Pathak said in a public statement.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-jacob-bethell-breaks-records-with-scg-hundred-his-family-reaction-wins-hearts-internet-watch-video-1767765633897"><strong>Ashes: Jacob Bethell breaks records with SCG hundred, his family’s reaction wins hearts, internet - WATCH</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Tuesday (Jan 6), the International Cricket Council (ICC) turned down Bangladesh’s request to host its T20 World Cup matches outside India. This came shortly after Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was released from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release him after the team faced criticism for signing a Bangladeshi player at the December auction, following reports of violence against minorities in Bangladesh.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In their statement, Kolkata Knight Riders said, “Kolkata Knight Riders confirms that BCCI/IPL, as the regulator of IPL, has instructed it to release Mustafizur Rahman from the squad ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The release has been carried out following due process and consultations, upon the instruction of the Board of Control of Cricket in India. BCCI will allow Kolkata Knight Riders a replacement player in line with IPL regulations, and further details will be communicated in due course.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The franchise also confirmed that they will be allowed to sign a replacement player as per IPL rules, with more clarity expected in the coming days.</p>

On Tuesday (Jan 6), the International Cricket Council (ICC) turned down Bangladesh’s request to host its T20 World Cup matches outside India. 

Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak on Wednesday (Jan 7) said she had voluntarily stepped away from the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) broadcast team, dismissing reports that she was removed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). She further explained that her decision was personal and not forced, putting an end to speculation that she was dropped. Her statement comes at a time when relations between Indian and Bangladeshi cricket boards are tense and the issue has drawn strong attention from fans and the media. "In the last few hours, there's been a narrative suggesting I was 'dropped' from the BPL. That is not true. I made a personal decision to opt out. For me, my nation comes first—always. And I value the game of cricket far beyond any single assignment. I've been privileged to serve this sport for years with honesty, respect, and passion. That won't change. I'll continue to stand for integrity, for clarity, and for the spirit of the game," Pathak said in a public statement. Also Read - Ashes: Jacob Bethell breaks records with SCG hundred, his family’s reaction wins hearts, internet - WATCH On Tuesday (Jan 6), the International Cricket Council (ICC) turned down Bangladesh’s request to host its T20 World Cup matches outside India. This came shortly after Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was released from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release him after the team faced criticism for signing a Bangladeshi player at the December auction, following reports of violence against minorities in Bangladesh. In their statement, Kolkata Knight Riders said, “Kolkata Knight Riders confirms that BCCI/IPL, as the regulator of IPL, has instructed it to release Mustafizur Rahman from the squad ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The release has been carried out following due process and consultations, upon the instruction of the Board of Control of Cricket in India. BCCI will allow Kolkata Knight Riders a replacement player in line with IPL regulations, and further details will be communicated in due course.” The franchise also confirmed that they will be allowed to sign a replacement player as per IPL rules, with more clarity expected in the coming days.

<p>On Tuesday (Jan 6), the International Cricket Council (ICC) turned down Bangladesh’s request to host its T20 World Cup matches outside India.&nbsp;</p>

Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak breaks silence on BPL exit, says 'made a personal decision'

<p>England skipper Ben Stokes suffered an injury on penultimate day of the ongoing Ashes series. Stokes left the field after bowling 10 balls on day 4 (Jan 7) of the final Test in Sydney with Australia still three wickets away from the completion of their first innings. Stokes did not come on to bowl and was not required too as Australa were bowled out after adding 32 runs to their overnight score with final total being 567. It was the longest England had to bowl in an innings - 133.5.</p><h2>Stokes suffers groin injury as Ashes takes toll</h2><p>Stokes bowled more than 100 overs in the series, second most for England after Brydon Carse's 130+ overs. Along with additional duties of batting and leading the side, the workload was bound to take its toll and it did, thankfully in the second last innings England would bowl. Stokes' 15 wickets in the series are also joint-second most England along with Josh Tongue and only behind Carse's 22 scalps.</p><p><strong>Also Watch:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-jacob-bethell-breaks-records-with-scg-hundred-his-family-reaction-wins-hearts-internet-watch-video-1767765633897">Bethell breaks records with SCG ton, his family’s reaction wins hearts</a></p><p>Speaking on his injury and England Cricket Board (ECB) said: "Ben Stokes is currently being assessed for a right adductor complaint. We will provide an update when more information is available."</p><h2>England looking at 1-4 defeat Ashes</h2><p>After Australia took 183-run first innings lead on day 4, England once again failed to capitalize on the strong position they were in. After losing Zak Crawley on team score of 4, Ben Duckett (42) and Jacob Bethell added 81 runs for the second wicket before Michael Neser bowled Duckett. England star Joe Root, who scored 160 runs in first innings, managed only six runs on the second attempt. Harry Brook (42) then added 102 runs for the fourth wicket with Bethell who was not out for 142 at the end of play. England suffered a collapse again after Brook got out and were 302/8 in the second innings, leading by 119 runs with one more day left in the Test and the series which they are trailing 1-3.</p>

Stokes bowled more than 100 overs in the series, second most for England after Brydon Carse's 130+ overs. Along with additional duties of batting and leading the side, the workload was bound to take its toll and it did, thankfully in the second last innings England would bowl.

England skipper Ben Stokes suffered an injury on penultimate day of the ongoing Ashes series. Stokes left the field after bowling 10 balls on day 4 (Jan 7) of the final Test in Sydney with Australia still three wickets away from the completion of their first innings. Stokes did not come on to bowl and was not required too as Australa were bowled out after adding 32 runs to their overnight score with final total being 567. It was the longest England had to bowl in an innings - 133.5. Stokes suffers groin injury as Ashes takes toll Stokes bowled more than 100 overs in the series, second most for England after Brydon Carse's 130+ overs. Along with additional duties of batting and leading the side, the workload was bound to take its toll and it did, thankfully in the second last innings England would bowl. Stokes' 15 wickets in the series are also joint-second most England along with Josh Tongue and only behind Carse's 22 scalps. Also Watch: Bethell breaks records with SCG ton, his family’s reaction wins hearts Speaking on his injury and England Cricket Board (ECB) said: "Ben Stokes is currently being assessed for a right adductor complaint. We will provide an update when more information is available." England looking at 1-4 defeat Ashes After Australia took 183-run first innings lead on day 4, England once again failed to capitalize on the strong position they were in. After losing Zak Crawley on team score of 4, Ben Duckett (42) and Jacob Bethell added 81 runs for the second wicket before Michael Neser bowled Duckett. England star Joe Root, who scored 160 runs in first innings, managed only six runs on the second attempt. Harry Brook (42) then added 102 runs for the fourth wicket with Bethell who was not out for 142 at the end of play. England suffered a collapse again after Brook got out and were 302/8 in the second innings, leading by 119 runs with one more day left in the Test and the series which they are trailing 1-3.

<p>Stokes bowled more than 100 overs in the series, second most for England after Brydon Carse's 130+ overs. Along with additional duties of batting and leading the side, the workload was bound to take its toll and it did, thankfully in the second last innings England would bowl.</p>

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<p>England rookie Jacob Bethell plundered a chanceless maiden Test century on Wednesday (Jan 7) in Sydney, as England reeled in Australia and then built a tenuous 119-run lead to leave the fifth and final Ashes Test on a knife-edge. By stumps on day four at the Sydney Cricket Ground, England's scorecard read 302-8, with Bethell unbeaten on 142 and Matthew Potts yet to score. The 22-year-old Bethell saved the day after opener Zak Crawley fell early and veteran Joe Root cheaply, powering to his hundred in style off 162 balls. But wickets tumbled around him with Test vice-captain Harry Brook (42) and Will Jacks (0) removed in the space of three balls by the part-time off-spin of Beau Webster two overs after Bethell reached the landmark.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I certainly didn't think I would (impact) with spin this game," said Webster, who is more usually employed as a seaming all-rounder, but had figures of 3-51. "That's the way it goes sometimes."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Australia opted not to play a specialist spinner, but Webster said the pitch had begun to take turn.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-jacob-bethell-breaks-records-with-scg-hundred-his-family-reaction-wins-hearts-internet-watch-video-1767765633897"><strong>Ashes: Jacob Bethell breaks records with SCG hundred, his family’s reaction wins hearts, internet - WATCH</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"There was a bit of wear and tear there from Starcy's footmarks, and we managed to make the most of it in that session.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I was just trying to bowl my best ball. I don't bowl them a hell of a lot."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A calamitous mix-up then saw Jamie Smith (24) run out. Ben Stokes (1) came in at seven after limping off clutching what appeared to be his groin while bowling the third over of the day, but only lasted five balls with Webster again doing the damage.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>England are desperate for another morale-boosting win after victory in the previous Test at Melbourne. Australia lead 3-1 and has already retained the Ashes.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Remarkably, it was not just Bethell's maiden Test ton but the only one he has scored in red-ball cricket, with his previous best 96 against New Zealand. Bethell was recalled for Melbourne to replace the under-performing Ollie Pope, scoring a gritty 40 in difficult batting conditions, with the number three position now his to lose. His exploits came after the hosts were dismissed for 567 before lunch on the back of Travis Head's 163 and 138 from skipper Steve Smith. That left England chasing a 183-run deficit after their first innings of 384.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>(With inputs from AFP)</i></p>

Bethell broke several records during his maiden Test hundred against Australia on day four of the ongoing SCG Test.

England rookie Jacob Bethell plundered a chanceless maiden Test century on Wednesday (Jan 7) in Sydney, as England reeled in Australia and then built a tenuous 119-run lead to leave the fifth and final Ashes Test on a knife-edge. By stumps on day four at the Sydney Cricket Ground, England's scorecard read 302-8, with Bethell unbeaten on 142 and Matthew Potts yet to score. The 22-year-old Bethell saved the day after opener Zak Crawley fell early and veteran Joe Root cheaply, powering to his hundred in style off 162 balls. But wickets tumbled around him with Test vice-captain Harry Brook (42) and Will Jacks (0) removed in the space of three balls by the part-time off-spin of Beau Webster two overs after Bethell reached the landmark. "I certainly didn't think I would (impact) with spin this game," said Webster, who is more usually employed as a seaming all-rounder, but had figures of 3-51. "That's the way it goes sometimes." Australia opted not to play a specialist spinner, but Webster said the pitch had begun to take turn. Also read | Ashes: Jacob Bethell breaks records with SCG hundred, his family’s reaction wins hearts, internet - WATCH "There was a bit of wear and tear there from Starcy's footmarks, and we managed to make the most of it in that session. "I was just trying to bowl my best ball. I don't bowl them a hell of a lot." A calamitous mix-up then saw Jamie Smith (24) run out. Ben Stokes (1) came in at seven after limping off clutching what appeared to be his groin while bowling the third over of the day, but only lasted five balls with Webster again doing the damage. England are desperate for another morale-boosting win after victory in the previous Test at Melbourne. Australia lead 3-1 and has already retained the Ashes. Remarkably, it was not just Bethell's maiden Test ton but the only one he has scored in red-ball cricket, with his previous best 96 against New Zealand. Bethell was recalled for Melbourne to replace the under-performing Ollie Pope, scoring a gritty 40 in difficult batting conditions, with the number three position now his to lose. His exploits came after the hosts were dismissed for 567 before lunch on the back of Travis Head's 163 and 138 from skipper Steve Smith. That left England chasing a 183-run deficit after their first innings of 384. (With inputs from AFP)

<p>Bethell broke several records during his maiden Test hundred against Australia on day four of the ongoing SCG Test.</p>

SCG Test, Day 4: Jacob Bethell's maiden Test ton keeps England afloat as lead extends to 119

<p>Jacob Bethell is one name the cricket fans will remember for a long time. The rookie English batter, already touted to achieve greatness across formats, just completed his maiden Test hundred for England, also his first in First-Class cricket. However, what won hearts and the internet was not his incredible approach and technique on a day four SCG pitch, but his family’s reaction to their son’s memorable Ashes century.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The left-hander, playing at number three in this fifth and final Ashes Test, got out cheaply in the first innings but made the most of this golden opportunity to press his case for future Tests. His sublime technique and footwork were commendable to see, with his parents’ reaction, sitting in the stands, telling the entire story.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH VIDEO –</strong></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A maiden Test century for Jacob Bethell! What a way to do it 🤩<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ashes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ashes</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayoftheDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayoftheDay</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/nrmainsurance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nrmainsurance</a> <a href="https://t.co/lXSUViEVrR">pic.twitter.com/lXSUViEVrR</a></p>&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/2008769502826172652?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>‘It all changed in two overs’</h3><p>England was cruising well on 219 for three, with Bethell, having just completed his maiden Test hundred, and Test vice-captain Harry Brook, approaching a gritty fifty, at the crease, before seam-bowling all-rounder Beau Webster, who turned into an off-spinner, did the damage.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>He first accounted for Brook, trapped in front of the wicket, on the first ball of his over before Will Jacks, who walked ahead of captain Ben Stokes, who earlier suffered a groin injury, played a horrendous shot to fall for a second-ball duck, putting England’s back against the wall.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Stokes didn’t come out next, with keeper-batter Jamie Smith coming in at number seven, joining hands with Bethell.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/blow-to-bangladesh-as-icc-rejects-request-for-venue-change-at-2026-t20-world-cup-india-bcci-mustafizur-rahman-1767760976817"><strong>Blow to Bangladesh as ICC rejects request for venue change at T20 WC, says play in India or…</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, earlier in the day, opener Zak Crawley departed on just one off two balls, with Mitchell Starc striking in his first over once again. Bethell and Ben Duckett added 81 runs for the second wicket before Michael Neser removed Duckett, bowled on 42.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Batting veteran Joe Root, who completed his second Test hundred in Australia in the first inning, got out cheaply on just six, finishing this five-match series with 400 runs, two centuries and averaging 44.44 with the bat.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, Brook and Bethell stitched a 102-run stand for the fourth wicket, only for Webster to break it and England’s momentum in just two deliveries.</p>

Bethell is the second English player in two years and the fifth overall from the country to complete his maiden FC hundred in a Test match. 

Jacob Bethell is one name the cricket fans will remember for a long time. The rookie English batter, already touted to achieve greatness across formats, just completed his maiden Test hundred for England, also his first in First-Class cricket. However, what won hearts and the internet was not his incredible approach and technique on a day four SCG pitch, but his family’s reaction to their son’s memorable Ashes century. The left-hander, playing at number three in this fifth and final Ashes Test, got out cheaply in the first innings but made the most of this golden opportunity to press his case for future Tests. His sublime technique and footwork were commendable to see, with his parents’ reaction, sitting in the stands, telling the entire story. WATCH VIDEO –

<p>Bethell is the second English player in two years and the fifth overall from the country to complete his maiden FC hundred in a Test match.&nbsp;</p>

Ashes: Jacob Bethell breaks records with SCG hundred, his family’s reaction wins hearts, internet - WATCH

<p>In a massive blow to BCB's quest to not send its cricket team to India for the forthcoming 2026 T20 World Cup over its players' safety, the apex body – the ICC found no tangible or security inputs suggesting any threat to Bangladeshi players, thus, for now, rejecting their plea for a venue change. The latest reports claim that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/will-bangladesh-play-t20-world-cup-2026-matches-in-india-icc-to-hold-talks-to-resolve-bcb-bcci-standoff-1767711493534">the two discussed this matter during an online meeting</a> after BCB formally wrote to them regarding their concern earlier, with the ICC sticking to its stance, also telling Bangladesh to either play their scheduled matches in India or forfeit points.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>All of it began after the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) directed IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release the only Bangladeshi player picked at the December auction, seamer Mustafizur Rahman (for INR 9.2 crore), over recent riots and attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh, fuelling tensions across the border. One such call led to growing anger among the BCB and their cricket fans.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Irked more so for not receiving any reasonable explanation (from the BCCI) behind it, the BCB officials held back-to-back meetings over the past weekend, later deciding against travelling to India for the 20-team tournament starting early February. For that, they officially wrote to the ICC asking for their team matches to be moved out of India to “safeguard the safety and well-being of Bangladeshi players, team officials, Board members and other stakeholders.”<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The ICC’s position did not align with the BCB’s request, and although they did not formally issue a decision on Tuesday (Jan 6), it is expected to come by January 10.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Bangladesh, placed in Group C, is scheduled to play their three league matches at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata (vs WI on Feb 7, vs ITL on Feb 9 and vs ENG on Feb 14) before moving to the Wankhede in Mumbai for their final group game against Nepal on February 17.</p><h3>No IPL coverage in Bangladesh; Mustafizur to play PSL</h3><p>In response to BCCI’s order to release Mustafizur, Bangladesh’s interim government ordered the Information and Broadcasting Ministry (I&amp;B) to ban all IPL-related broadcasts in the country, with no coverage around any event involving the cash-rich league.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Besides, a Cricbuzz report also claims that the left-arm seamer has joined IPL’s counterpart, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for their upcoming season, a development the PCB has indicated.</p>

The ICC has clearly informed Bangladesh to either play their scheduled matches in India or be ready to forfeit points.

In a massive blow to BCB's quest to not send its cricket team to India for the forthcoming 2026 T20 World Cup over its players' safety, the apex body – the ICC found no tangible or security inputs suggesting any threat to Bangladeshi players, thus, for now, rejecting their plea for a venue change. The latest reports claim that the two discussed this matter during an online meeting after BCB formally wrote to them regarding their concern earlier, with the ICC sticking to its stance, also telling Bangladesh to either play their scheduled matches in India or forfeit points. All of it began after the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) directed IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release the only Bangladeshi player picked at the December auction, seamer Mustafizur Rahman (for INR 9.2 crore), over recent riots and attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh, fuelling tensions across the border. One such call led to growing anger among the BCB and their cricket fans. Irked more so for not receiving any reasonable explanation (from the BCCI) behind it, the BCB officials held back-to-back meetings over the past weekend, later deciding against travelling to India for the 20-team tournament starting early February. For that, they officially wrote to the ICC asking for their team matches to be moved out of India to “safeguard the safety and well-being of Bangladeshi players, team officials, Board members and other stakeholders.” The ICC’s position did not align with the BCB’s request, and although they did not formally issue a decision on Tuesday (Jan 6), it is expected to come by January 10. Meanwhile, Bangladesh, placed in Group C, is scheduled to play their three league matches at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata (vs WI on Feb 7, vs ITL on Feb 9 and vs ENG on Feb 14) before moving to the Wankhede in Mumbai for their final group game against Nepal on February 17. No IPL coverage in Bangladesh; Mustafizur to play PSL In response to BCCI’s order to release Mustafizur, Bangladesh’s interim government ordered the Information and Broadcasting Ministry (I&B) to ban all IPL-related broadcasts in the country, with no coverage around any event involving the cash-rich league. Besides, a Cricbuzz report also claims that the left-arm seamer has joined IPL’s counterpart, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for their upcoming season, a development the PCB has indicated.

<p>The ICC has clearly informed Bangladesh to either play their scheduled matches in India or be ready to forfeit points.</p>

Blow to Bangladesh as ICC rejects request for venue change at T20 WC, says play in India or...

<p>New Zealand named a spin-heavy squad on Wednesday (Jan 7) to travel to the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next month, led by captain Mitchell Santner. Three of New Zealand's four pool games will be played at the spin-friendly Chepauk Stadium in Chennai, which is a familiar hunting ground for former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell and Santner. Joining Santner in the spin bowling ranks are Ish Sodhi -- New Zealand's second-highest wicket taker in the format -- as well as all-rounders Michael Bracewell, Glenn Phillips, and Ravindra.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ready for India and Sri Lanka 🫡 <br><br>Your BLACKCAPS squad for next month&#39;s ICC Men&#39;s T20 World Cup 🏆 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/RQGQfDHh7X">pic.twitter.com/RQGQfDHh7X</a></p>&mdash; BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) <a href="https://twitter.com/BLACKCAPS/status/2008652359719637181?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Coach Rob Walter also named a strong pace-bowling quartet, led by the ICC's second-ranked T20I bowler, Jacob Duffy, in his first World Cup. Duffy is joined by Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, and Adam Milne, while Kyle Jamieson will travel to India as pace-bowling cover. Jimmy Neesham plays as a seam-bowling all-rounder.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The batting unit features Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Tim Seifert, Conway, and Mitchell. Seifert will wicketkeep. As always, the balance of the squad is critical.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/will-bangladesh-play-t20-world-cup-2026-matches-in-india-icc-to-hold-talks-to-resolve-bcb-bcci-standoff-1767711493534"><strong>T20 World Cup 2026: ICC to hold talks with Bangladesh for refusing to play in India</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We've got plenty of power and skill in the batting, quality bowlers who can adapt to conditions, plus five all-rounders who all bring something slightly different," Walter said of his squad. “This is an experienced group and the players are no strangers to playing in the sub-continent, which will be valuable.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Most of New Zealand's squad are already on their way to India, where the Black Caps play three ODIs and five T20Is against India. They will then play a World Cup warm-up match against the United States before launching into pool play against Afghanistan, Canada, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Walter said his team would be well prepared for the tournament.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The group have had a healthy diet of T20 cricket leading into this World Cup, with three T20 International series to start the home summer, followed by the Super Smash and franchise opportunities.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We've also got a hugely exciting tour of India, which will be a big challenge and provide ideal preparation for what's to come.”</p><h3>New Zealand T20 World Cup squad -</h3><p>Mitchell Santner (captain), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>(With inputs from APF)</i></p>

The dark horses, New Zealand, will play three of their four league matches at the Chepauk in Chennai, thus picking a spin-heavy squad. 

New Zealand named a spin-heavy squad on Wednesday (Jan 7) to travel to the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next month, led by captain Mitchell Santner. Three of New Zealand's four pool games will be played at the spin-friendly Chepauk Stadium in Chennai, which is a familiar hunting ground for former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell and Santner. Joining Santner in the spin bowling ranks are Ish Sodhi -- New Zealand's second-highest wicket taker in the format -- as well as all-rounders Michael Bracewell, Glenn Phillips, and Ravindra.

<p>The dark horses, New Zealand, will play three of their four league matches at the Chepauk in Chennai, thus picking a spin-heavy squad.&nbsp;</p>

New Zealand name spin-heavy squad for 2026 T20 World Cup, check who all made it

<p>Star Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has slipped from the top spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings, following the latest update released on Tuesday (Jan 6). The off-spinner dropped to second place after Australia’s Annabel Sutherland regained the No. 1 position, edging ahead by a single rating point. Despite India completing a dominant 5–0 clean sweep against Sri Lanka, Deepti’s figures in the final T20I were not enough to keep her at the top.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She returned with one wicket for 28 runs in the series decider, while Sutherland’s consistent performances helped her move ahead with 736 rating points, one more than Deepti. The Australian fast-bowling all-rounder had earlier reached the top spot in August 2025 before briefly losing it. This is the second time Deepti has been displaced from No. 1, with a similar situation occurring last year when Pakistan spinner Sadia Iqbal allowed Sutherland to take over the rankings.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-easiest-format-sanjay-manjrekar-s-strong-take-on-virat-kohli-s-test-retirement-1767704005324"><strong>'Easiest format': Sanjay Manjrekar’s strong take on Virat Kohli’s Test retirement</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Harmanpreet gains advantage in batting rankings</strong></h2><p>While Deepti dropped a place, India still had positives in the latest update. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur climbed two spots to reach 13th in the batting rankings after her match-winning knock in the fifth T20I at Thiruvananthapuram. Harmanpreet smashed 68 runs off 43 balls to guide India to a 15-run win and earn the Player of the Match award.</p><p><br>India’s top-order batters continued to hold firm positions, with Smriti Mandhana remaining third and Shafali Verma staying sixth in the batting rankings. However, Jemimah Rodrigues slipped out of the top 10 and is now placed 12th.</p><h2>Charani climbs five places in bowling rankings</h2><p>There was also some movement among Indian bowlers, as left-arm spinner Shree Charani made notable progress by climbing five places to reach 47th. Sri Lanka’s Kavisha Dilhari and captain Chamari Athapaththu also gained ground in the bowling rankings after the series.</p><p><br>India’s commanding performance against Sri Lanka underlined the team’s growing depth, even if individual rankings saw minor shifts. Deepti Sharma remains one of the most reliable bowlers in women’s T20 cricket, and with key tournaments ahead, the battle for the top spot in the rankings is far from settled.</p>

Deepti Sharma lost her No.1 spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings as Australia’s Annabel Sutherland moved to the top. Meanwhile, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur climbed in batting rankings after India’s 5–0 series sweep over Sri Lanka.

Star Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has slipped from the top spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings, following the latest update released on Tuesday (Jan 6). The off-spinner dropped to second place after Australia’s Annabel Sutherland regained the No. 1 position, edging ahead by a single rating point. Despite India completing a dominant 5–0 clean sweep against Sri Lanka, Deepti’s figures in the final T20I were not enough to keep her at the top. She returned with one wicket for 28 runs in the series decider, while Sutherland’s consistent performances helped her move ahead with 736 rating points, one more than Deepti. The Australian fast-bowling all-rounder had earlier reached the top spot in August 2025 before briefly losing it. This is the second time Deepti has been displaced from No. 1, with a similar situation occurring last year when Pakistan spinner Sadia Iqbal allowed Sutherland to take over the rankings. Also read | 'Easiest format': Sanjay Manjrekar’s strong take on Virat Kohli’s Test retirement Harmanpreet gains advantage in batting rankings While Deepti dropped a place, India still had positives in the latest update. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur climbed two spots to reach 13th in the batting rankings after her match-winning knock in the fifth T20I at Thiruvananthapuram. Harmanpreet smashed 68 runs off 43 balls to guide India to a 15-run win and earn the Player of the Match award. India’s top-order batters continued to hold firm positions, with Smriti Mandhana remaining third and Shafali Verma staying sixth in the batting rankings. However, Jemimah Rodrigues slipped out of the top 10 and is now placed 12th. Charani climbs five places in bowling rankings There was also some movement among Indian bowlers, as left-arm spinner Shree Charani made notable progress by climbing five places to reach 47th. Sri Lanka’s Kavisha Dilhari and captain Chamari Athapaththu also gained ground in the bowling rankings after the series. India’s commanding performance against Sri Lanka underlined the team’s growing depth, even if individual rankings saw minor shifts. Deepti Sharma remains one of the most reliable bowlers in women’s T20 cricket, and with key tournaments ahead, the battle for the top spot in the rankings is far from settled.

<p>Deepti Sharma lost her No.1 spot in the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings as Australia’s Annabel Sutherland moved to the top. Meanwhile, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur climbed in batting rankings after India’s 5–0 series sweep over Sri Lanka.</p>

Deepti Sharma slips to second in ICC rankings despite India’s 5-0 clean sweep

<p>The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to hold talks with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over their refusal to play upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India. The BCB, on Sunday (Jan 3), requested ICC to move its group stage matches outside India citing 'players' safety and well-being.' Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal).</p><h2>ICC to talk with BCB over refusal to play T20 WC matches in India</h2><p>As reported by ESPNCricinfo, the ICC will hold a call with BCB delegation on Tuesday in which they will discuss ongoing issue. The whole issue started after IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders released Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the squad with the reason not being shared publicly. Rahman was picked up by KKR at the IPL 2026 auction held in December for INR 9.2 crore. He was only Bangladesh player to be bought at the auction. In response, BCB banned the broadcast of the IPL in Bangladesh indefinelty as well.</p><h2>T20 World Cup dates and schedule</h2><p>The T20 World Cup 2026 is being hosted by India and Sri Lanka together. The tournament will run from February 7 next month to March 8. As of now, only Pakistan will not be travelling to India and are scheduled to play all its matches in Sri Lanka given the tense political situation between the two countries.</p><p>The political equation of India with Bangladesh has also been tested in the recent times after the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina-led govenment last year in a student-led protest. Currently, Bangladesh has an interim government led by chief advisor and nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.</p>

Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal) in upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to hold talks with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over their refusal to play upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India. The BCB, on Sunday (Jan 3), requested ICC to move its group stage matches outside India citing 'players' safety and well-being.' Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal). ICC to talk with BCB over refusal to play T20 WC matches in India As reported by ESPNCricinfo, the ICC will hold a call with BCB delegation on Tuesday in which they will discuss ongoing issue. The whole issue started after IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders released Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the squad with the reason not being shared publicly. Rahman was picked up by KKR at the IPL 2026 auction held in December for INR 9.2 crore. He was only Bangladesh player to be bought at the auction. In response, BCB banned the broadcast of the IPL in Bangladesh indefinelty as well. T20 World Cup dates and schedule The T20 World Cup 2026 is being hosted by India and Sri Lanka together. The tournament will run from February 7 next month to March 8. As of now, only Pakistan will not be travelling to India and are scheduled to play all its matches in Sri Lanka given the tense political situation between the two countries. The political equation of India with Bangladesh has also been tested in the recent times after the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina-led govenment last year in a student-led protest. Currently, Bangladesh has an interim government led by chief advisor and nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.

<p>Bangladesh are scheduled to play their first three group matches in Kolkata on February 7 (vs West Indies), February 9 (vs Italy) and February 14 (vs England) before the final match in Mumbai on February 17 (vs Nepal) in upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.</p>

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC to hold talks with Bangladesh for refusing to play in India

Round 6 of the 2026 Vijay Hazare Trophy on Jan 6, 2026 saw Shreyas Iyer celebrating his return with a blistering 82, while Aman Rao hit a historic 200 not out for Hyderabad. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill struggled for Punjab and scored only 11 runs, and Devdutt Padikkal crossed 600 tournament runs.

<p>Round 6 of the 2026 Vijay Hazare Trophy on Jan 6, 2026 saw Shreyas Iyer celebrating his return with a blistering 82, while Aman Rao hit a historic 200 not out for Hyderabad. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill struggled for Punjab and scored only 11 runs, and Devdutt Padikkal crossed 600 tournament runs.</p>

Vijay Hazare Trophy Round 6: Iyer hits 82, Gill fails on return & Aman Rao 200 among other notable performances

<p>Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has once again questioned Virat Kohli’s decision to retire from Test cricket, saying the star batter chose to walk away instead of fixing his flaws in the longest format. Manjrekar shared his views in a video posted on his official Instagram account, reacting to England’s Joe Root scoring his 41st Test century. Root’s latest milestone, according to Manjrekar, highlighted what Indian cricket lost when Kohli quit red-ball cricket.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Virat Kohli, along with Joe Root, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson, was part of the famous ‘Fab Four’ in Test cricket. However, Kohli is the only one among them to step away from the format. Root, Smith and Williamson continue to score heavily in Tests across conditions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-5-batters-fastest-to-25-000-international-runs-1767697253232"><strong>Meet top 5 batters fastest to 25,000 international runs</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“As Joe Root attains new heights in Test cricket, my mind goes to Virat Kohli,” Manjrekar said on Instagram. “He’s walked away from Tests, and it’s unfortunate that in the five years that he struggled before retiring, he didn’t quite put his heart and soul into finding out why he was averaging 31 for five years in Tests.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Manjrekar added that he would have understood Kohli’s decision if he had retired from all formats. What disappointed him, however, was Kohli continuing to play ODIs, which he called the 'easiest format' for a top-order batter.</p>

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<p>He also pointed out Kohli’s fitness and work ethic, saying those qualities could have helped him fight his way back into Test form. Manjrekar felt Kohli could have played more domestic cricket or overseas first-class matches to regain confidence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Because he’s so supremely fit, you feel he could have continued the fight,” he said. “He could have played first-class cricket, played more in Australia, England, and India, and tried to make another comeback.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Manjrekar concluded by saying that every time Root, Smith or Williamson scores big runs in Tests, it reminds him of Kohli with a sense of disappointment.</p><h2>Virat Kohli's Test numbers from 2021-2025</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Matches</td><td>Runs</td><td>Average</td><td>Strike Rate</td><td>Fifties&nbsp;</td><td>Hundreds</td><td>Ducks</td></tr><tr><td>36</td><td>1912</td><td>31.86</td><td>49.43</td><td>8</td><td>3</td><td>5</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h2>Virat Kohli's Test numbers from debut (2011) till 2020</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Matches</td><td>Runs</td><td>Average</td><td>Strike Rate</td><td>Fifties&nbsp;</td><td>Hundreds</td><td>Ducks</td></tr><tr><td>87</td><td>7318</td><td>53.41</td><td>57.44</td><td>23</td><td>27</td><td>10</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Sanjay Manjrekar’s comments on Virat Kohli’s Test retirement have sparked fresh debate after Joe Root’s latest hundred. His strong words have fans talking again.


Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has once again questioned Virat Kohli’s decision to retire from Test cricket, saying the star batter chose to walk away instead of fixing his flaws in the longest format. Manjrekar shared his views in a video posted on his official Instagram account, reacting to England’s Joe Root scoring his 41st Test century. Root’s latest milestone, according to Manjrekar, highlighted what Indian cricket lost when Kohli quit red-ball cricket. Virat Kohli, along with Joe Root, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson, was part of the famous ‘Fab Four’ in Test cricket. However, Kohli is the only one among them to step away from the format. Root, Smith and Williamson continue to score heavily in Tests across conditions. Also read | Meet top 5 batters fastest to 25,000 international runs “As Joe Root attains new heights in Test cricket, my mind goes to Virat Kohli,” Manjrekar said on Instagram. “He’s walked away from Tests, and it’s unfortunate that in the five years that he struggled before retiring, he didn’t quite put his heart and soul into finding out why he was averaging 31 for five years in Tests.” Manjrekar added that he would have understood Kohli’s decision if he had retired from all formats. What disappointed him, however, was Kohli continuing to play ODIs, which he called the 'easiest format' for a top-order batter.

<p>Sanjay Manjrekar’s comments on Virat Kohli’s Test retirement have sparked fresh debate after Joe Root’s latest hundred. His strong words have fans talking again.</p>

'Easiest format': Sanjay Manjrekar’s strong take on Virat Kohli’s Test retirement

Cricket has had countless batting heroes, many of whom have achieved unmatched accolades. We take a look at those who have scored the most runs against a single opponent in international cricket; the list includes two current cricketers.

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Meet 5 players with most international runs against one team, two Indian on the list

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Meet 5 Batters with Most Hundreds in Ashes

<p>USA-born Aman Rao has scored a double ton in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, India's premier domestic 50-over tournament, for Hyderabad on Tuesday (Jan 6). This the second double hundred of the VHT 2025-26 season after Swastik Samal's 212 which he scored for Odisha against Surashtra on December 24. Rao reached the double ton, also his maiden hundred in List A cricket, with a six in a dramatic fashing on the last ball of the innings as Hyderabad posted 352/5 in 50 overs.</p><h2>Who is Aman Rao?</h2><p>As per ESPNCricinfo, Aman Rao was born in Wisconsin, a state in the United States, but chose to play cricket in India. He is just 21 years of age and had made his domestic debut in December 2024 in a T20 for Haderabad. He has played 11 T20s in total, all in India's domestic 20-over tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 301 runs at a strike rate of 162.70 with two fifties and a highest of 67 not out.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-4-hundreds-and-a-91-devdutt-padikkal-in-six-innings-for-karnataka-1767685998076">Vijay Hazare Trophy: 4 hundreds and a 91 - Devdutt Padikkal in six innings for Karnataka</a></p><p>He made his List A debut in the ongoing VHT only and the match against Bengal on Tuesday (Jan 6) was his only third match. His 200 not out is also the highest List A score for a Hyderabad batter.</p><h2>Aman Rao IPL team</h2><p>At the recently concluded IPL 2026 auction, which happened in December 2025, Rao was picked up by Rajasthan Royals for his base price of INR 30 lakh. Rao played 10 of his 11 T20 matches in SMAT 2025/26 for Hyderabad and his performance, which included 234 runs in 10 innings at a strike rate of 163 with a best of 52 not out was the basis for Royals to pick him up at the IPL auction.</p>

Aman Rao was born in Wisconsin, a state in the United States, but chose to plat cricket in India. He made his Lis A debut in the ongoing VHT only and the match against Bengal on Tuesday (Jan 6) was his only third match. His 200 not out is also the highest List A score for a Hyderabad batter.

USA-born Aman Rao has scored a double ton in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, India's premier domestic 50-over tournament, for Hyderabad on Tuesday (Jan 6). This the second double hundred of the VHT 2025-26 season after Swastik Samal's 212 which he scored for Odisha against Surashtra on December 24. Rao reached the double ton, also his maiden hundred in List A cricket, with a six in a dramatic fashing on the last ball of the innings as Hyderabad posted 352/5 in 50 overs. Who is Aman Rao? As per ESPNCricinfo, Aman Rao was born in Wisconsin, a state in the United States, but chose to play cricket in India. He is just 21 years of age and had made his domestic debut in December 2024 in a T20 for Haderabad. He has played 11 T20s in total, all in India's domestic 20-over tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 301 runs at a strike rate of 162.70 with two fifties and a highest of 67 not out. Also Read - Vijay Hazare Trophy: 4 hundreds and a 91 - Devdutt Padikkal in six innings for Karnataka He made his List A debut in the ongoing VHT only and the match against Bengal on Tuesday (Jan 6) was his only third match. His 200 not out is also the highest List A score for a Hyderabad batter. Aman Rao IPL team At the recently concluded IPL 2026 auction, which happened in December 2025, Rao was picked up by Rajasthan Royals for his base price of INR 30 lakh. Rao played 10 of his 11 T20 matches in SMAT 2025/26 for Hyderabad and his performance, which included 234 runs in 10 innings at a strike rate of 163 with a best of 52 not out was the basis for Royals to pick him up at the IPL auction.

<p>Aman Rao was born in Wisconsin, a state in the United States, but chose to play cricket in India. He made his List A debut in the ongoing VHT only and the match against Bengal on Tuesday (Jan 6) was his only third match. His 200 not out is also the highest List A score for a Hyderabad batter.</p>

Vijay Hazare Trophy: USA-born Aman Rao, picked up by Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 auction, now has highest List A score for Hyderabad

<p>India fast bowler and ‘2023 Arjuna Award’ winner Mohammed Shami has found himself in the spotlight off the field after being issued a notice for a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing by the Election Commission in Kolkata, even as his on-field future remains uncertain. Shami, along with his brother Mohammed Kaif, was asked to appear for the SIR hearing related to voter verification. The Indian pacer, however, could not attend the scheduled hearing on Monday (Jan 5) as he is currently in Rajkot, representing Bengal in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Election Commission officials in West Bengal confirmed that a fresh date for Shami’s hearing will be communicated soon.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Born in Uttar Pradesh, Shami moved to West Bengal several years ago due to his professional cricket commitments. Over time, he became a long-term registered voter in the Jadavpur constituency of Kolkata. As of now, the cricketer has not issued any official statement regarding the notice or the hearing process.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read |</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/after-mustafizur-rahman-s-release-these-5-options-could-reshape-kkr-s-ipl-2026-plans-1767523726482"><strong>After Mustafizur Rahman’s release, THESE 5 options could reshape KKR’s IPL 2026 plans</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The development comes at a time when Shami is already navigating a challenging phase in his cricketing career. The senior pacer has not featured for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025 and has struggled to regain his place in the national setup. Speaking earlier about his exclusion, Shami had admitted that he was going through a “difficult phase” after being overlooked for the home Test series against West Indies in October and the subsequent two-Test tour of South Africa.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His absence continued during India’s five-Test tour of England last year, which followed a below-par IPL season. Representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Shami played nine out of 14 matches, managing just six wickets. He finished the tournament with an average of 56.16 and an economy rate of 11.23, numbers that raised questions about his form and fitness.</p>

Mohammed Shami and his brother have received a SIR hearing notice in Kolkata. The Indian fast bowler missed the hearing due to his cricket commitments for West Bengal.

India fast bowler and ‘2023 Arjuna Award’ winner Mohammed Shami has found himself in the spotlight off the field after being issued a notice for a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing by the Election Commission in Kolkata, even as his on-field future remains uncertain. Shami, along with his brother Mohammed Kaif, was asked to appear for the SIR hearing related to voter verification. The Indian pacer, however, could not attend the scheduled hearing on Monday (Jan 5) as he is currently in Rajkot, representing Bengal in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Election Commission officials in West Bengal confirmed that a fresh date for Shami’s hearing will be communicated soon. Born in Uttar Pradesh, Shami moved to West Bengal several years ago due to his professional cricket commitments. Over time, he became a long-term registered voter in the Jadavpur constituency of Kolkata. As of now, the cricketer has not issued any official statement regarding the notice or the hearing process. Also read | After Mustafizur Rahman’s release, THESE 5 options could reshape KKR’s IPL 2026 plans The development comes at a time when Shami is already navigating a challenging phase in his cricketing career. The senior pacer has not featured for India since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025 and has struggled to regain his place in the national setup. Speaking earlier about his exclusion, Shami had admitted that he was going through a “difficult phase” after being overlooked for the home Test series against West Indies in October and the subsequent two-Test tour of South Africa. His absence continued during India’s five-Test tour of England last year, which followed a below-par IPL season. Representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Shami played nine out of 14 matches, managing just six wickets. He finished the tournament with an average of 56.16 and an economy rate of 11.23, numbers that raised questions about his form and fitness.

<p>Mohammed Shami and his brother have received a SIR hearing notice in Kolkata. The Indian fast bowler missed the hearing due to his cricket commitments for West Bengal.</p>

Arjuna awardee Mohammed Shami receives SIR hearing notice from Election Commission

<p>Steve Smith doesn’t age, but even when he does, he does it like a fine wine. The veteran Australian batter completed his 37th Test hundred, his first in the ongoing Ashes and 13th against England, on day three of the Sydney Test, helping Australia take the first-inning lead. After Travis Head punished England with his third hundred of this series earlier in the day, Smith piled up more misery with his unbeaten 129, with Australia leading by 134 runs and three wickets remaining (for 514).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Smith’s hundred on Tuesday (Jan 6) places him second behind the great Sir Donald George Bradman for the most Ashes centuries, who sits at the top with 19 tons against England, six more than Smith. Not only this, but Smith is also second to him (Bradman has 5028 runs against ENG) for the most Ashes runs (3682*) and counting, surpassing England legend Jack Hobbs (3636).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/scg-test-day-3-travis-head-163-helps-australia-cut-england-first-inning-deficit-smith-eyes-ashes-ton-1767673404379"><strong>SCG Test, Day 3: Travis Head’s 163 helps Australia cut ENG’s first-inning deficit; Smith eyes Ashes ton</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Moreover, Smith’s unbeaten knock also helped him sit in the fourth place for a player with the most runs against a single opponent (England, in his case) in international cricket, having scored 5085 runs and counting in 90 matches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH VIDEO </strong>-</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Australia began day three with Head and night watchman Michael Neser taking strides. Following Neser’s dismissal on 24 off Brydon Carse, the English seamer accounted for Usman Khawaja, playing his last Test, soon after on 17. Keeper-batter Alex Carey departed next on 16 before Cameron Green, and Smith added 71 for the seventh wicket, with Smith completing his record hundred in the meantime.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>All-rounder Green got out on 37, with Smith and Beau Webster seeing off the remaining overs.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, Smith’s opponent and another batting giant, England’s Joe Root, slammed his 41st Test hundred in the first inning, his second of this summer Down Under, also making this the first-ever occasion when the two struck hundreds in the same match.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>With two days remaining and the hosts sitting in the driver’s seat, it would require a monumental effort from the visitors to come back into this game and win it, ensuring they are ending this series (2-3).</p>

After Travis Head punished England with his third hundred of this series earlier in the day, Smith piled up more misery with his unbeaten 129, with Australia leading by 134 runs and three wickets remaining (for 514).

Steve Smith doesn’t age, but even when he does, he does it like a fine wine. The veteran Australian batter completed his 37th Test hundred, his first in the ongoing Ashes and 13th against England, on day three of the Sydney Test, helping Australia take the first-inning lead. After Travis Head punished England with his third hundred of this series earlier in the day, Smith piled up more misery with his unbeaten 129, with Australia leading by 134 runs and three wickets remaining (for 514). Smith’s hundred on Tuesday (Jan 6) places him second behind the great Sir Donald George Bradman for the most Ashes centuries, who sits at the top with 19 tons against England, six more than Smith. Not only this, but Smith is also second to him (Bradman has 5028 runs against ENG) for the most Ashes runs (3682*) and counting, surpassing England legend Jack Hobbs (3636). Also read | SCG Test, Day 3: Travis Head’s 163 helps Australia cut ENG’s first-inning deficit; Smith eyes Ashes ton Moreover, Smith’s unbeaten knock also helped him sit in the fourth place for a player with the most runs against a single opponent (England, in his case) in international cricket, having scored 5085 runs and counting in 90 matches. WATCH VIDEO -

<p>After Travis Head punished England with his third hundred of this series earlier in the day, Smith piled up more misery with his unbeaten 129, with Australia leading by 134 runs and three wickets remaining (for 514).</p>

Smith chases Bradman’s Ashes record with SCG ton as Australia take lead on day 3

Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan (5) has the record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season which he made in 2022-23 editon. The others are Virat Kohli (4 in 2008-09), Devdutt Padikkal (4 in 2020-21 & 2025-26), Ruturaj Gaikwad (4 in 2021-22 & 2022-23), and Prithvi Shaw (4 in 2020-21).

<p>Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan (5) has the record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season which he made in 2022-23 editon. The others are Virat Kohli (4 in 2008-09), Devdutt Padikkal (4 in 2020-21 &amp; 2025-26), Ruturaj Gaikwad (4 in 2021-22 &amp; 2022-23), and Prithvi Shaw (4 in 2020-21).</p>

From Padikkal to Kohli - Meet top 5 batters with most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season

<p>India batter Devdutt Padikkal, who is currently playing for Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 (domestic 50-over tournament), is having the form of his life. The batter has played six innings in six matches so far, scoring four hundreds and a fifty which was a 91. He had scored four hundreds in one season previously as well - VHT 2020-21. The record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season is with Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan who scored five tons in VHT 2022-23 season. The rate at which Padikkal is scoring centuries, he may very well not only equal but break the record as well. He has scored 605 run so far at an average of 100.83.</p><h2>Padikkal lits up Vijay Hazare Trophy</h2><p>The left-arm batter started the VHT season with 147 against Jharkhand as Karnataka chased down a mammot 412. In the next match against Kerala, Padikkal smashed 124 as Karnataka chased down 285-run target with eight wickets in hand. He failed against Tamil Nadu and could manage only 22 runs. Against Puducherry, Padikkal scored 113 runs as Karnataka posed 363/4 and won the match by 67 runs. In the match against Tripura, Padikkal scored 332 as Karnataka registered a 80-run win. In the match against Rajasthan on Tuesday (Jan 6), Padikkal produced 91 - falling nine runs short of what would have been a record hundred.</p><h2>Record for most hundreds in one VHT season</h2><p>Apart from TN batter Jagadeesan's five hundreds in VHT 2022-23 season, a lot of batters have scored four hundreds in one season of the tournament. Some of famous names are Virat Kohli (2008-09) for Delhi, Padikkal (2020-21) for Karnataka, Prithvi Shaw (2020-21) for Mumbai, Ruturaj Gaikwad (2021-22) for Maharashtra and again in 2022-23 season as well.</p>

The record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season is with Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan who scored five tons in VHT 2022-23 season. The rate at which Padikkal is scoring centuries, he may very well break the record. He has scored 605 run so far at an average of 100.83.

India batter Devdutt Padikkal, who is currently playing for Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 (domestic 50-over tournament), is having the form of his life. The batter has played six innings in six matches so far, scoring four hundreds and a fifty which was a 91. He had scored four hundreds in one season previously as well - VHT 2020-21. The record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season is with Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan who scored five tons in VHT 2022-23 season. The rate at which Padikkal is scoring centuries, he may very well not only equal but break the record as well. He has scored 605 run so far at an average of 100.83. Padikkal lits up Vijay Hazare Trophy The left-arm batter started the VHT season with 147 against Jharkhand as Karnataka chased down a mammot 412. In the next match against Kerala, Padikkal smashed 124 as Karnataka chased down 285-run target with eight wickets in hand. He failed against Tamil Nadu and could manage only 22 runs. Against Puducherry, Padikkal scored 113 runs as Karnataka posed 363/4 and won the match by 67 runs. In the match against Tripura, Padikkal scored 332 as Karnataka registered a 80-run win. In the match against Rajasthan on Tuesday (Jan 6), Padikkal produced 91 - falling nine runs short of what would have been a record hundred. Record for most hundreds in one VHT season Apart from TN batter Jagadeesan's five hundreds in VHT 2022-23 season, a lot of batters have scored four hundreds in one season of the tournament. Some of famous names are Virat Kohli (2008-09) for Delhi, Padikkal (2020-21) for Karnataka, Prithvi Shaw (2020-21) for Mumbai, Ruturaj Gaikwad (2021-22) for Maharashtra and again in 2022-23 season as well.

<p>The record for most hundreds in one Vijay Hazare Trophy season is with Tamil Nadu's Narayan Jagadeesan who scored five tons in VHT 2022-23 season. The rate at which Padikkal is scoring centuries, he may very well break the record. He has scored 605 run so far at an average of 100.83.</p>

Vijay Hazare Trophy: 4 hundreds and a 91 - Devdutt Padikkal in six innings for Karnataka

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