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Shafali Verma’s unbeaten half-century helped India Women to register a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women in the third T20I of the five-match series at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday (Dec 26). Chasing a modest target of 113 runs, India reached the total easily in just 13.2 overs. Shafali played a brilliant knock, scoring 79 not out from 42 balls, including 11 fours and three huge six. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also contributed unbeaten 21 as India sealed the easy win and also the series. With this victory, India now leads the five-match T20I series 3-0.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Sri Lanka, Kavisha Dilhari (2/18) picked up two wicket in three overs, but the rest of the bowlers struggled to trouble the Indian batters.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-w-vs-sl-w-3rd-t20i-shafali-verma-breaks-smriti-s-record-to-register-fastest-fifty-1766763048060">IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest 50'</a>&nbsp;Earlier in the match, India won the toss and decided to bowl first. Sri Lanka got off to a poor start, losing captain Chamari Athapaththu for just three runs. Hasini Perera (25) and Imesha Dulani (27) then steady the innings for their team. In the end, Kavisha Dilhari made 20 runs, while Kaushani Nuthyangana added 14 not out and helped their team to reach a modest total of 112 for seven wickets in 20 overs. &nbsp;&nbsp;India’s bowlers put in a strong performance, as Renuka Singh picked up four important wickets for 21 runs in four overs, while Deepti Sharma took three wickets for 18 runs in her four overs. For her brilliant bowling performance, Renuka Singh Thakur was awarded as Player of the Match.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-virat-kohli-wins-potm-for-guiding-delhi-to-win-with-77-in-his-final-apperance-1766756536091">Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance</a>&nbsp;Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.&nbsp;



Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will now stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum

Shafali Verma’s unbeaten half-century helped India Women to register a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women in the third T20I of the five-match series at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday (Dec 26). Chasing a modest target of 113 runs, India reached the total easily in just 13.2 overs. Shafali played a brilliant knock, scoring 79 not out from 42 balls, including 11 fours and three huge six. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also contributed unbeaten 21 as India sealed the easy win and also the series. With this victory, India now leads the five-match T20I series 3-0. For Sri Lanka, Kavisha Dilhari (2/18) picked up two wicket in three overs, but the rest of the bowlers struggled to trouble the Indian batters. Also Read - IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest 50' Earlier in the match, India won the toss and decided to bowl first. Sri Lanka got off to a poor start, losing captain Chamari Athapaththu for just three runs. Hasini Perera (25) and Imesha Dulani (27) then steady the innings for their team. In the end, Kavisha Dilhari made 20 runs, while Kaushani Nuthyangana added 14 not out and helped their team to reach a modest total of 112 for seven wickets in 20 overs. India’s bowlers put in a strong performance, as Renuka Singh picked up four important wickets for 21 runs in four overs, while Deepti Sharma took three wickets for 18 runs in her four overs. For her brilliant bowling performance, Renuka Singh Thakur was awarded as Player of the Match. Also Read - Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.

Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.&nbsp;

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali's quickfire 79 helps India seal series

Shafali Verma lit up the Trivandrum stadium on Friday (Dec 26) with a blistering half-century off just 24 balls against Sri Lanka Women. In doing so, she became the fastest Indian woman to reach fifty in a WT20I against Sri Lanka, breaking the record previously held jointly by vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who had scored a fifty in 25 balls. Verma also continued her rich form, scoring back-to-back fifties after her unbeaten fifty in the second T20I. At the time of writing, India were 60/1 in seven overs, chasing a modest target of 113.&nbsp;The young opener once again underlined why she is considered one of the most dangerous batters in women’s cricket. Coming in with clear intent, Verma attacked the Sri Lankan bowlers from the very start and ensured India never felt any pressure during the chase. Even after the early dismissal of Smriti Mandhana, Verma stayed aggressive and kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jeev-milkha-singh-ends-13-year-wait-with-igpl-win-in-colombo-1766674565801">Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo</a>&nbsp;In the process, Verma also created a new world record. This was her 13th half-century in T20Is, the most by any cricketer before the age of 22 in women’s cricket. She went past Lucy Barnett of the Isle of Man, who previously held the record with 12 fifties. It was another major milestone in what has already been a remarkable career at such a young age.&nbsp;Verma also joined an elite Indian club with her knock as she became only the second Indian woman to score a T20I fifty inside the powerplay, the first being her opening partner Mandhana. While Mandhana departed early, Verma made full use of the fielding restrictions, finding the boundary regularly and putting Sri Lanka on the back foot.&nbsp;She reached her fifty right at the end of the powerplay and went on to bat deep into the innings. Verma eventually finished unbeaten on 79, guiding India home with ease.

Shafali Verma became the fastest Indian woman to score a WT20I fifty, smashing 50 off 24 balls against Sri Lanka, breaking Smriti Mandhana’s record and hitting back-to-back fifties.


Shafali Verma lit up the Trivandrum stadium on Friday (Dec 26) with a blistering half-century off just 24 balls against Sri Lanka Women. In doing so, she became the fastest Indian woman to reach fifty in a WT20I against Sri Lanka, breaking the record previously held jointly by vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who had scored a fifty in 25 balls. Verma also continued her rich form, scoring back-to-back fifties after her unbeaten fifty in the second T20I. At the time of writing, India were 60/1 in seven overs, chasing a modest target of 113. The young opener once again underlined why she is considered one of the most dangerous batters in women’s cricket. Coming in with clear intent, Verma attacked the Sri Lankan bowlers from the very start and ensured India never felt any pressure during the chase. Even after the early dismissal of Smriti Mandhana, Verma stayed aggressive and kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace. Also read | Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo In the process, Verma also created a new world record. This was her 13th half-century in T20Is, the most by any cricketer before the age of 22 in women’s cricket. She went past Lucy Barnett of the Isle of Man, who previously held the record with 12 fifties. It was another major milestone in what has already been a remarkable career at such a young age. Verma also joined an elite Indian club with her knock as she became only the second Indian woman to score a T20I fifty inside the powerplay, the first being her opening partner Mandhana. While Mandhana departed early, Verma made full use of the fielding restrictions, finding the boundary regularly and putting Sri Lanka on the back foot. She reached her fifty right at the end of the powerplay and went on to bat deep into the innings. Verma eventually finished unbeaten on 79, guiding India home with ease.

Shafali Verma became the fastest Indian woman to score a WT20I fifty, smashing 50 off 24 balls against Sri Lanka, breaking Smriti Mandhana’s record and hitting back-to-back fifties.

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali Verma breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest fifty'

Virat Kohli continued his good form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another strong knock for Delhi, as he scored a smooth 77 runs from 41 balls against Gujarat in Bengaluru on Friday (Dec 26). Delhi captain Rishabh Pant also contributed well, making 70 off 79 balls, as the team finished their innings at 254 for nine in 50 overs. For Gujarat, opener Arya Desai fought hard with 57 runs from 77 balls, but still his team could not reach the target and lost the match by seven runs. Delhi’s bowlers bowled tight lengths in the end, with Prince Yadav taking three important wickets and Ishant Sharma (2/28) chipping in wickets at crucial times. Gujarat were bowled out for 247 in 47.4 overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-rajesh-mohanty-scripts-history-becomes-1st-odisha-bowler-to-achieve-this-record-1766746643626">Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record</a>&nbsp;Kohli was named Player of the Match for his brilliant half-century. The win took Delhi to the top of the points table with two wins from two matches and a strong net run rate of +0.869.&nbsp;&nbsp;This half-century came just two days after Kohli’s brilliant century against Andhra in Delhi’s opening match. In that game, he smashed 131 runs off 101 balls and helped his team to chase down the target of 299 in just 37.4 overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-ex-england-skipper-alastair-cook-says-unfair-contest-after-20-wickets-fall-on-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-1766741128461">Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test</a>&nbsp;Delhi will next play Saurashtra on December 29 in Alur, but Virat Kohli will not feature in the match, having been selected only for Delhi’s first two matches of the 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy season.

With a strong win against Gujarat, Delhi top the points table with two wins from two matches and an impressive net run rate of +0.869.

Virat Kohli continued his good form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another strong knock for Delhi, as he scored a smooth 77 runs from 41 balls against Gujarat in Bengaluru on Friday (Dec 26). Delhi captain Rishabh Pant also contributed well, making 70 off 79 balls, as the team finished their innings at 254 for nine in 50 overs. For Gujarat, opener Arya Desai fought hard with 57 runs from 77 balls, but still his team could not reach the target and lost the match by seven runs. Delhi’s bowlers bowled tight lengths in the end, with Prince Yadav taking three important wickets and Ishant Sharma (2/28) chipping in wickets at crucial times. Gujarat were bowled out for 247 in 47.4 overs. Also Read - Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record Kohli was named Player of the Match for his brilliant half-century. The win took Delhi to the top of the points table with two wins from two matches and a strong net run rate of +0.869. This half-century came just two days after Kohli’s brilliant century against Andhra in Delhi’s opening match. In that game, he smashed 131 runs off 101 balls and helped his team to chase down the target of 299 in just 37.4 overs. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Delhi will next play Saurashtra on December 29 in Alur, but Virat Kohli will not feature in the match, having been selected only for Delhi’s first two matches of the 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy season.

With a strong win against Gujarat, Delhi top the points table with two wins from two matches and an impressive net run rate of +0.869.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance

Australia and England are battling it out in the fourth Ashes Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, a venue that has long been a stronghold for the hosts. Australia have already sealed the Ashes with an unassailable 3–0 lead after dominant wins in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, but Melbourne has a habit of telling its own stories.&nbsp;Day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Test was pure chaos. A total of 20 wickets fell as both teams were bowled out in their first innings. By stumps, Australia had stretched their lead by 46 runs with a steady 4 without loss in their second innings. The match is finely poised, but history suggests Australia know how to win games here and numbers back that up.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-catches-in-tests-in-2025-boxing-day-test-could-decide-fielder-of-the-year-1766751643664">5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year'</a>&nbsp;Since 2010, Australia have played 14 Tests at the MCG. They have won 10, drawn two and lost only twice. For a venue often called a fortress, that record says everything. But here’s the twist.<h2>Both defeats came against the same team</h2>Any guesses? Well, it’s not England. It’s not South Africa. Rather, it’s India.&nbsp;What makes it even more interesting is that those two wins, in 2018 and 2020, came under the same head coach. Ravi Shastri was in charge on both occasions, overseeing two of India’s most memorable Boxing Day Test victories in Australia.<h3>2018: Bumrah and Pujara Break the Fortress</h3>India’s first breakthrough at the MCG came in December 2018. Batting first, India piled up 443 for 7 declared, with Cheteshwar Pujara’s gritty 106 setting the tone. Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal added crucial runs, taking down the Australian attack.&nbsp;Australia never truly recovered. Jasprit Bumrah ran riot among the hosts with a match-winning nine-wicket haul, finishing with figures of 6 for 33 and 3 for 53. India won by 137 runs, handing Australia a rare Boxing Day Test defeat on home soil.<h3>2020: Rahane Leads a Statement Win</h3>Two years later, India did it again, and in style. After being bowled out cheaply in the first Test of the series, India arrived in Melbourne under pressure. What followed was a calm, controlled response.&nbsp;Stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a superb 112. India dominated the match from there, bowling Australia out twice and chasing down a modest target of 72 to win by eight wickets. It was another reminder that even fortresses can be breached.&nbsp;Well, it would be interesting to see if England join the party and becomes the third team to defeat Australia in the Boxing Day Test post 2010.

Since 2010, only one team has beaten Australia twice at the MCG. Could England be the next to pull off a rare Boxing Day victory?


Australia and England are battling it out in the fourth Ashes Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, a venue that has long been a stronghold for the hosts. Australia have already sealed the Ashes with an unassailable 3–0 lead after dominant wins in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, but Melbourne has a habit of telling its own stories. Day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Test was pure chaos. A total of 20 wickets fell as both teams were bowled out in their first innings. By stumps, Australia had stretched their lead by 46 runs with a steady 4 without loss in their second innings. The match is finely poised, but history suggests Australia know how to win games here and numbers back that up. Also read | 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year' Since 2010, Australia have played 14 Tests at the MCG. They have won 10, drawn two and lost only twice. For a venue often called a fortress, that record says everything. But here’s the twist. Both defeats came against the same team Any guesses? Well, it’s not England. It’s not South Africa. Rather, it’s India. What makes it even more interesting is that those two wins, in 2018 and 2020, came under the same head coach. Ravi Shastri was in charge on both occasions, overseeing two of India’s most memorable Boxing Day Test victories in Australia. 2018: Bumrah and Pujara Break the Fortress India’s first breakthrough at the MCG came in December 2018. Batting first, India piled up 443 for 7 declared, with Cheteshwar Pujara’s gritty 106 setting the tone. Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal added crucial runs, taking down the Australian attack. Australia never truly recovered. Jasprit Bumrah ran riot among the hosts with a match-winning nine-wicket haul, finishing with figures of 6 for 33 and 3 for 53. India won by 137 runs, handing Australia a rare Boxing Day Test defeat on home soil. 2020: Rahane Leads a Statement Win Two years later, India did it again, and in style. After being bowled out cheaply in the first Test of the series, India arrived in Melbourne under pressure. What followed was a calm, controlled response. Stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a superb 112. India dominated the match from there, bowling Australia out twice and chasing down a modest target of 72 to win by eight wickets. It was another reminder that even fortresses can be breached. Well, it would be interesting to see if England join the party and becomes the third team to defeat Australia in the Boxing Day Test post 2010.

Since 2010, only one team has beaten Australia twice at the MCG in Test matches. Could England be the next to pull off a rare Boxing Day Test victory?

Meet the ONLY team to beat Australia twice in Boxing Day Tests post 2010

Former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath has hit out on the pitch of Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and England. The opening day of the match, Friday (Dec 26), saw 20 wickets falling thanks to a green-strip with 10mm grass on it. Both the teams were bowled out once with Australia leaving the field 46 runs ahead. While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.<h2>McGrath rips MCG pitch apart</h2>"This pitch has got far too much grass on it… That pitch has got too much life in it for Test cricket… The Australians bowled well [but] it's hard to apply yourself on a pitch that's doing plenty because if you're looking to defend, one's got your name on it. You've got to find that balance between somehow keeping balls out while still looking to score," the former pacer told BBC.Also Read - Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day TestEngladn are already down 0-3 in the five-Test series and their chances to win at MCG took a dive after their poor first innings performance.<h2>Recap of chaotic first day of Boxing Day Test</h2>Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd.In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.

Former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath has hit out on the pitch of Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and England. The opening day of the match, Friday (Dec 26), saw 20 wickets falling thanks to a green-strip with 10mm grass on it. Both the teams were bowled out once with Australia leaving the field 46 runs ahead. While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152. McGrath rips MCG pitch apart "This pitch has got far too much grass on it… That pitch has got too much life in it for Test cricket… The Australians bowled well [but] it's hard to apply yourself on a pitch that's doing plenty because if you're looking to defend, one's got your name on it. You've got to find that balance between somehow keeping balls out while still looking to score," the former pacer told BBC. Also Read - Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Engladn are already down 0-3 in the five-Test series and their chances to win at MCG took a dive after their poor first innings performance. Recap of chaotic first day of Boxing Day Test Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd. In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.

Ashes 2025-26: Ex-Australia pacer Glenn McGrath says MCG pitch has 'too much life in it for Test cricket' after 20-wicket opening day

Vidarbha batter Dhruv Shorey made history on Thursday (Dec 25) by equalling the record for the most consecutive List A centuries. Shorey hit an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at Rajkot, marking his fifth consecutive hundred, a feat previously achieved only by N Jagadeesan.&nbsp;After being asked to bat first, Vidarbha got off to a flying start thanks to openers Aman Mokhade and Yash Rathod, who put together a 148-run partnership. Riding on their strong foundation, Shorey walked in at number three and dominated the innings, hitting nine fours and six sixes. He remained unbeaten as Vidarbha finished with a massive 365 for 5. Samarth R contributed 63 runs off 46 balls, while Nachiket Bhute added a quick 20 off eight deliveries.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-catches-in-tests-in-2025-boxing-day-test-could-decide-fielder-of-the-year-1766751643664"> 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide ‘Fielder of the Year’</a>&nbsp;Shorey’s remarkable streak began in the knockout stages of the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy. He scored centuries in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final, playing a key role alongside Karun Nair in helping Vidarbha reach the final. That season, Shorey ended as the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 494 runs from eight innings at an average of 70.47 and a strike rate of 92.68.&nbsp;He carried that form into the current Vijay Hazare Trophy season, scoring 136 off 125 balls in the opening match against Bengal, although Vidarbha fell short as Bengal chased down 383 to win by three wickets.&nbsp;Jagadeesan had set the benchmark with his five consecutive hundreds during the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, including a record-breaking 277 against Arunachal Pradesh, the highest individual score in List A cricket. Other players to achieve four consecutive centuries include Karun Nair, Devdutt Padikkal, Kumar Sangakkara, and Alviro Petersen, with Sangakkara being the only one to do it in international cricket.&nbsp;With this century, Shorey has firmly established himself among the elite in Indian domestic cricket, showing consistency, power, and composure under pressure. His record-equalling performance highlights his potential to make a mark at higher levels if he continues this form.

Dhruv Shorey continued his stunning run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another big knock, putting him in elite company and keeping Vidarbha firmly in control in a high-scoring contest.


Vidarbha batter Dhruv Shorey made history on Thursday (Dec 25) by equalling the record for the most consecutive List A centuries. Shorey hit an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at Rajkot, marking his fifth consecutive hundred, a feat previously achieved only by N Jagadeesan. After being asked to bat first, Vidarbha got off to a flying start thanks to openers Aman Mokhade and Yash Rathod, who put together a 148-run partnership. Riding on their strong foundation, Shorey walked in at number three and dominated the innings, hitting nine fours and six sixes. He remained unbeaten as Vidarbha finished with a massive 365 for 5. Samarth R contributed 63 runs off 46 balls, while Nachiket Bhute added a quick 20 off eight deliveries. Also read | 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide ‘Fielder of the Year’ Shorey’s remarkable streak began in the knockout stages of the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy. He scored centuries in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final, playing a key role alongside Karun Nair in helping Vidarbha reach the final. That season, Shorey ended as the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 494 runs from eight innings at an average of 70.47 and a strike rate of 92.68. He carried that form into the current Vijay Hazare Trophy season, scoring 136 off 125 balls in the opening match against Bengal, although Vidarbha fell short as Bengal chased down 383 to win by three wickets. Jagadeesan had set the benchmark with his five consecutive hundreds during the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, including a record-breaking 277 against Arunachal Pradesh, the highest individual score in List A cricket. Other players to achieve four consecutive centuries include Karun Nair, Devdutt Padikkal, Kumar Sangakkara, and Alviro Petersen, with Sangakkara being the only one to do it in international cricket. With this century, Shorey has firmly established himself among the elite in Indian domestic cricket, showing consistency, power, and composure under pressure. His record-equalling performance highlights his potential to make a mark at higher levels if he continues this form.

Dhruv Shorey continued his stunning run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another big knock, putting him in elite company and keeping Vidarbha firmly in control in a high-scoring contest.

Vidarbha’s Dhruv Shorey matches a rare List A record - but what did he achieve? Details inside

Vijay Hazare Trophy: R Vinay Kumar (28 wickets), Shahbaz Nadeem (24 wickets), Pritam Das (23 wickets), Mohammed Siraj (23 wickets), and Gaurav Yadav (23 wickets) are the bowlers with most in on season of tournament.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: R Vinay Kumar (28 wickets), Shahbaz Nadeem (24 wickets), Pritam Das (23 wickets), Mohammed Siraj (23 wickets), and Gaurav Yadav (23 wickets) are the bowlers with most in on season of tournament.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Meet bowlers with most wickets in one season including Mohammed Siraj

The 2026 T20 World Cup will start on Feb 7, with India and Sri Lanka co-hosting the event. A total of 20 teams will compete and they have been divided into four groups of five sides each. India are placed in Group A with Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA.&nbsp;With little over a month to go for the tournament, former England captain Eoin Morgan reflected his views on India's chances in the upcoming tournament. The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.<h2>Morgan reflects on India's chances</h2>“Anytime India comes to a World Cup, the level of expectation is always there to win it. The India vs England semi-final was painted to be an absolute spectacle of a game," Gavaskar was quoted as saying to digital broadcasters. “What unfolded, about ten overs into India’s batting, I remember turning to Sunil Gavaskar in the commentary box and asking where this bravery, this courage, this fearless style of play that India had played with in the tournament,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read &nbsp;- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-ex-england-skipper-alastair-cook-says-unfair-contest-after-20-wickets-fall-on-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-1766741128461">Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test</a><h2>Ishan Kishan returns to Team India</h2>Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian T20 World Cup 2026 squad after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title win. The BCCI selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 on Dec 20.&nbsp;&nbsp;Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad.&nbsp;<h2>India's squad for T20 World Cup&nbsp;</h2>Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan<h2>India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule</h2><ul><li>India vs USA - Feb 7 - Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai</li><li>India vs Namibia - Feb 12 - Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi</li><li>India vs Pakistan - Feb 15 - R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo</li><li>India vs Netherlands - Feb 18 - Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad</li></ul><h2>How many T20Is will India play before 2026 T20 World Cup?</h2>As part of their preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup, India will host New Zealand for a five-match T20I series next year. Below is a full look at India’s build-up, including the opponents and match dates.<h2>IND vs NZ, T20Is - Full schedule</h2><ul><li>1st T20I: 21 Jan, 2026, at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>2nd T20I: 23 Jan, 2026, at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>3rd T20I: 25 Jan, 2026, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>4th T20I: 28 Jan, 2026, at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>5th T20I: 31 Jan, 2026, at Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram (7:00 PM IST)</li></ul>

The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.

The 2026 T20 World Cup will start on Feb 7, with India and Sri Lanka co-hosting the event. A total of 20 teams will compete and they have been divided into four groups of five sides each. India are placed in Group A with Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA. With little over a month to go for the tournament, former England captain Eoin Morgan reflected his views on India's chances in the upcoming tournament. The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7. Morgan reflects on India's chances “Anytime India comes to a World Cup, the level of expectation is always there to win it. The India vs England semi-final was painted to be an absolute spectacle of a game," Gavaskar was quoted as saying to digital broadcasters. “What unfolded, about ten overs into India’s batting, I remember turning to Sunil Gavaskar in the commentary box and asking where this bravery, this courage, this fearless style of play that India had played with in the tournament,” he added. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Ishan Kishan returns to Team India Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian T20 World Cup 2026 squad after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title win. The BCCI selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 on Dec 20. Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad. India's squad for T20 World Cup Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule India vs USA - Feb 7 - Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai India vs Namibia - Feb 12 - Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi India vs Pakistan - Feb 15 - R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo India vs Netherlands - Feb 18 - Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad How many T20Is will India play before 2026 T20 World Cup? As part of their preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup, India will host New Zealand for a five-match T20I series next year. Below is a full look at India’s build-up, including the opponents and match dates. IND vs NZ, T20Is - Full schedule 1st T20I: 21 Jan, 2026, at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur (7:00 PM IST) 2nd T20I: 23 Jan, 2026, at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur (7:00 PM IST) 3rd T20I: 25 Jan, 2026, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati (7:00 PM IST) 4th T20I: 28 Jan, 2026, at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam (7:00 PM IST) 5th T20I: 31 Jan, 2026, at Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram (7:00 PM IST)

The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.

T20 World Cup 2026: Ex-England captain Eoin Morgan reflects on India's chances, says 'expectation is always...'

Odisha fast bowler Rajesh Mohanty created history on Friday (Dec 26) after becoming the first player from his state to take a hat-trick in List A cricket. He reached this milestone during Odisha’s Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 match against Services at Alur Cricket Stadium III in Bengaluru. After Odisha chose to bowl first, the 25-year-old made an impact in the seventh over, he clean bowled Sagar Dahiya to take his first wicket. On the very next delivery, he trapped Ayush Shukla for LBW. Mohanty then completed his hat-trick by dismissing Ravi Chauhan for a golden duck.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He was well supported by Sambit S Baral, who took 4 for 21, while Badal Biswal also took two wickets for 20 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, in the second innings, chasing a modest target of 84 runs, Odisha got off to a poor start as openers Swastik Samal (0) and Om T Munde (1) were dismissed cheaply. However, Sandeep Pattnaik, who remained unbeaten on 32 off 69 balls, steadied the innings and guided his team to a four-wicket victory. Apart from Pattnaik, only Govinda Poddar (11) and Rajesh Mohanty (12) managed to reach double figures. For Services, Poonam Poonia was the standout bowler, claiming four important wickets for 27 runs, but his efforts ultimately went in vain. Nitin Yadav also chipped in with two wickets for 20 runs in his eight overs.<h2>Stats</h2>In List A cricket, Mohanty has featured in 38 matches and picked up 41 wickets, while he has also taken 124 wickets from 34 First-Class matches. In T20 cricket, he has picked up 27 wickets from 28 innings.<h2>Mohanty went unsold in IPL 2026 auction</h2>Mohanty’s this achievement comes on the back of a recent setback at the IPL 2026 mini auction, where he went unsold. The seamer had registered himself with a base price of INR 30 lakh but failed to attract any bidders during the auction held in Abu Dhabi.

Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. 

Odisha fast bowler Rajesh Mohanty created history on Friday (Dec 26) after becoming the first player from his state to take a hat-trick in List A cricket. He reached this milestone during Odisha’s Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 match against Services at Alur Cricket Stadium III in Bengaluru. After Odisha chose to bowl first, the 25-year-old made an impact in the seventh over, he clean bowled Sagar Dahiya to take his first wicket. On the very next delivery, he trapped Ayush Shukla for LBW. Mohanty then completed his hat-trick by dismissing Ravi Chauhan for a golden duck. Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He was well supported by Sambit S Baral, who took 4 for 21, while Badal Biswal also took two wickets for 20 runs. Meanwhile, in the second innings, chasing a modest target of 84 runs, Odisha got off to a poor start as openers Swastik Samal (0) and Om T Munde (1) were dismissed cheaply. However, Sandeep Pattnaik, who remained unbeaten on 32 off 69 balls, steadied the innings and guided his team to a four-wicket victory. Apart from Pattnaik, only Govinda Poddar (11) and Rajesh Mohanty (12) managed to reach double figures. For Services, Poonam Poonia was the standout bowler, claiming four important wickets for 27 runs, but his efforts ultimately went in vain. Nitin Yadav also chipped in with two wickets for 20 runs in his eight overs. Stats In List A cricket, Mohanty has featured in 38 matches and picked up 41 wickets, while he has also taken 124 wickets from 34 First-Class matches. In T20 cricket, he has picked up 27 wickets from 28 innings. Mohanty went unsold in IPL 2026 auction Mohanty’s this achievement comes on the back of a recent setback at the IPL 2026 mini auction, where he went unsold. The seamer had registered himself with a base price of INR 30 lakh but failed to attract any bidders during the auction held in Abu Dhabi.

Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.&nbsp;

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record

A frightening moment unfolded during the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash between Mumbai and Uttarakhand as young Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious injury while fielding at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday (Dec 26). The incident sent a wave of concern across the ground as Raghuvanshi collapsed after attempting a catch and had to be stretchered off the field. With teammates and officials visibly worried, the match briefly took a backseat as medical staff rushed to his aid. The 21-year-old was later taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation, with scans scheduled to assess the extent of his injuries.

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&nbsp;The incident occurred during Uttarakhand’s innings when Raghuvanshi attempted a difficult catch near the boundary. Positioned at deep mid-wicket, the Mumbai batter charged forward and dived as the ball came off a top edge. In the process, he landed awkwardly and appeared to hit his head on the turf, immediately showing signs of discomfort. He was seen clutching his head and shoulder and struggling to get back on his feet.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jeev-milkha-singh-ends-13-year-wait-with-igpl-win-in-colombo-1766674565801">Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo</a><h2>Delay in arranging stretcher&nbsp;</h2>Medical staff from the Mumbai team rushed onto the field to assess the situation as players from both sides gathered around him. Raghuvanshi remained down for several minutes before a stretcher was called. As per reports, there was a brief delay in arranging the stretcher and ambulance, which added to the tense moments on the field. He was eventually stretchered off and taken straight to the SDMH Hospital in Jaipur.&nbsp;According to a report by Sportstar, Raghuvanshi was taken to the hospital for CT scans to rule out any serious internal injury. The same report added that he suffered injuries to his head and shoulder and has been kept under observation while further tests are being conducted. No official update on his condition has been released yet.&nbsp;Raghuvanshi had earlier opened the batting for Mumbai in the match but endured a quiet outing with the bat, scoring 11 runs off 20 balls. Senior batter Rohit Sharma also had a forgettable day, departing for a duck as Mumbai struggled to build momentum at the top of the order.&nbsp;The 21-year-old is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Indian cricket. He has been a regular feature for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL and was retained by the franchise ahead of the 2026 season. Across two IPL seasons, Raghuvanshi has played 22 matches and scored 463 runs, including two half-centuries.&nbsp;

Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious head and shoulder injury during Mumbai vs Uttarakhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and was rushed to a Jaipur hospital for scans, causing concern on the field.


A frightening moment unfolded during the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash between Mumbai and Uttarakhand as young Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious injury while fielding at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday (Dec 26). The incident sent a wave of concern across the ground as Raghuvanshi collapsed after attempting a catch and had to be stretchered off the field. With teammates and officials visibly worried, the match briefly took a backseat as medical staff rushed to his aid. The 21-year-old was later taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation, with scans scheduled to assess the extent of his injuries.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious head and shoulder injury during Mumbai vs Uttarakhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and was rushed to a Jaipur hospital for scans, causing concern on the field.

WATCH: Angkrish Raghuvanshi rushed to hospital after frightening on-field injury in VHT clash

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Narayan Jagadeesn (830 runs), Prithvi Shaw (827 runs), Karun Nair (779 runs), Devdutt Padikkal (737 runs), and Mayank Agarwal (723 runs) are batters with most runs in a season of India's premier domestic 50-over tournament. 

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Narayan Jagadeesn (830 runs), Prithvi Shaw (827 runs), Karun Nair (779 runs), Devdutt Padikkal (737 runs), and Mayank Agarwal (723 runs) are batters with most runs in a season of India's premier domestic 50-over tournament.&nbsp;

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Meet batters with most runs in a season. No batter has fix place in India team

From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah

From Varun Chakravarthy to Kuldeep Yadav, here's a look at the top five Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah

Meet top 5 Indian bowlers with most wickets in 2025, check who tops the list

From Joe Root to Rahul Dravid here is a list of five fielders with most catches in Test cricket. The list also features legendary names like Steve Smith, Mahela Jayawardene and Jacques Kallis. 

From Joe Root to Rahul Dravid here is a list of five fielders with most catches in Test cricket. The list also features legendary names like Steve Smith, Mahela Jayawardene and Jacques Kallis.&nbsp;

From Joe Root to Rahul Dravid, 5 fielders with most catches in Test cricket

Former England skipper Alastair Cook has called out the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch as 20 wickets fell on day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Ashes Test between England and Australia. After winning the toss and electing to field first, England bowled Australia out for a paltry 152 in the first innings in just 45.2 overs. The visitors, who are trailing 0-3 in the five-match series, however, could not take advatange given by their bowlers and were bowled out for 110 in reply. Australia were 4/0 in their second innings to end a frenetic day of Test cricket.<h2>Cook criticises MCG pitch after 20-wicket first day</h2>"This is not a great Test wicket. The bowlers didn't have to work that hard for wickets. Could both sides have batted slightly better? Yes, but if you put the ball in the right area, it was going to nip either way. It was a bit of an unfair contest," said the former England skipper while talking to TNT sports.While Australia did bowl well, England batters, as they have been throughout the series, were reckless with the bat and most of them threw away their wickets.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-vaibhhav-suryavanshi-isn-t-playing-bihar-vs-manipur-match-in-vijay-hazare-trophy-1766737513972">Vaibhav Suryavanshi misses Bihar's Vijay Hazare Trophy match to receive India's 'highest civilian honour'</a><h2>How the things unfolded in Melbourne</h2>Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald &nbsp;(10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd.In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

England bowled Australia out for a paltry 152 in the first innings in just 45.2 overs. The visitors, who are trailing 0-3 in the five-match series, however, could not take advatange given by their bowlers and were bowled out for 110 in reply.

Former England skipper Alastair Cook has called out the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch as 20 wickets fell on day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Ashes Test between England and Australia. After winning the toss and electing to field first, England bowled Australia out for a paltry 152 in the first innings in just 45.2 overs. The visitors, who are trailing 0-3 in the five-match series, however, could not take advatange given by their bowlers and were bowled out for 110 in reply. Australia were 4/0 in their second innings to end a frenetic day of Test cricket. Cook criticises MCG pitch after 20-wicket first day "This is not a great Test wicket. The bowlers didn't have to work that hard for wickets. Could both sides have batted slightly better? Yes, but if you put the ball in the right area, it was going to nip either way. It was a bit of an unfair contest," said the former England skipper while talking to TNT sports. While Australia did bowl well, England batters, as they have been throughout the series, were reckless with the bat and most of them threw away their wickets. Also Watch - Vaibhav Suryavanshi misses Bihar's Vijay Hazare Trophy match to receive India's 'highest civilian honour' How the things unfolded in Melbourne Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd. In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

England bowled Australia out for a paltry 152 in the first innings in just 45.2 overs. The visitors, who are trailing 0-3 in the five-match series, however, could not take advatange given by their bowlers and were bowled out for 110 in reply.

Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test

From Harry Brook to David Warner here is a list of batters fastest to 3000 Test runs by balls faced. The list also features the likes of Adam Gilchrist, Indian duo of Rishabh Pant and Virender Sehwag. 

From Harry Brook to David Warner here is a list of batters fastest to 3000 Test runs by balls faced. The list also features the likes of Adam Gilchrist, Indian duo of Rishabh Pant and Virender Sehwag.&nbsp;

From Harry Brook to David Warner, 5 batters fastest to 3000 Test runs (by balls faced)

India's teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has lit up cricketing world with his explosive batting skills since debut in IPL 2025, has been awarded India's highest civilian honour for children aged from 5-18. Suryavanshi, who is aged 14 years, travelled to New Delhi to receive the award from President of India Draupadi Murmu on Friday (Dec 26). Attending the award ceremony meant Suryavanshi was out of Bihar's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) match against Manipur. The teenager will also miss rest of the matches to prepare for the upcoming U-19 World Cup next month.<h2>Suryavanshi gets India's highest civilian award for children (aged 5-18)</h2>The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) is an award given childred who have been exemplary in field of Bravery, Art &amp; Culture, Environment, Innovation, Science &amp; Technology, Social Service, and Sports. Suryavanshi has been sensational in his performance ever since being picked up by Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 where he hit the fastest century by an Indian.Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-hardik-pandya-ignores-abusive-fan-after-refusing-selfie-request-1766668979256">WATCH: Hardik Pandya ignores abusive fan after refusing selfie request</a>Since his IPL stint, Suryavanshi has played eight First Class matches, seven List A games and 18 T20s as well, scoring 207, 322, and 701 runs respectively. He already has three centuries in T20s to go with a hundred in List A cricket as well.

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<h2>Suryavanshi lit up VHT</h2>In the first VHT match of Bihar against Arunachal Pradesh, Suryvanshi went berserk and scored a 36-ball ton to become the youngest to score a hundred in LIst A cricket. He also reched his 150 off just 59 balls during the innings of 84-ball 190 to break AB de Villiers' record of reaching 150 off 64 balls in all List A cricket. Thanks to Suryvanshi's innings and 40-ball 128 not out by his skipper Sakiul Gani, Bihar posted all-time highest team total of 574/6 in List A cricket.&nbsp;

Suryavanshi, who is aged 14 years, travelled to New Delhi to receive the award from President of India Draupadi Murmu on Friday (Dec 26). Attending the award ceremony meant Suryavanshi was out of Bihar's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) match against Manipur.

India's teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has lit up cricketing world with his explosive batting skills since debut in IPL 2025, has been awarded India's highest civilian honour for children aged from 5-18. Suryavanshi, who is aged 14 years, travelled to New Delhi to receive the award from President of India Draupadi Murmu on Friday (Dec 26). Attending the award ceremony meant Suryavanshi was out of Bihar's Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) match against Manipur. The teenager will also miss rest of the matches to prepare for the upcoming U-19 World Cup next month. Suryavanshi gets India's highest civilian award for children (aged 5-18) The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) is an award given childred who have been exemplary in field of Bravery, Art & Culture, Environment, Innovation, Science & Technology, Social Service, and Sports. Suryavanshi has been sensational in his performance ever since being picked up by Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 where he hit the fastest century by an Indian. Also Check - WATCH: Hardik Pandya ignores abusive fan after refusing selfie request Since his IPL stint, Suryavanshi has played eight First Class matches, seven List A games and 18 T20s as well, scoring 207, 322, and 701 runs respectively. He already has three centuries in T20s to go with a hundred in List A cricket as well.

The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) is an award given childred who have been exemplary in field of Bravery, Art &amp; Culture, Environment, Innovation, Science &amp; Technology, Social Service, and Sports.

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The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) season is set for its latest season despite the country boiling in violence due to the death of student protest leaders. Now, another embarrassing moment has added embarrassment for the nation. On Thursday (Dec 25), Noakhali Express head coach Khaled Mahmud stormed out of the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. He was later seen boarding an auto rickshaw to the hotel, drawing attention from Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials.<h2>What happened with Khaled Mahmud?</h2>Having arrived at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium for the training session of the new BPL franchise, Noakhali Express, Mahmud spotted a lack of facilities, including only three balls at the training session. He reported being angry with the stadium facilities and left the stadium in an auto despite members of the team practicing at the venue.&nbsp;Mahmud was accompanied by assistant coach Talha Jubair after complaining about the lack of arrangements for training, including the paucity of balls. During their auto ride, the duo was also seen with a packet of cigarettes. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;"I will not work in the BPL under these circumstances. I have never seen this in the BPL before," Mahmud told reporters while getting into the vehicle, locally called CNG.A few members of the team's staff tried to persuade Mahmud and Jubair to return to the venue, assuring them that the mistake would not be repeated. Mahmud, however, didn't change his stance.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>All is well in the camp?</h2>Mahmud later said that he "may have overreacted" after not receiving sufficient facilities during training. "It was a misunderstanding," he said. "I think I may have overreacted in the moment. There were not enough facilities in training. I didn't get the equipment I needed. That's when I lost my temper. I think I behaved poorly at that instance. I want to thank the owners. I spoke to them. The BCB has also spoken to me."&nbsp;While the situation has now been eased down, prominent cricket website Espncricinfo has reported that the incident has been taken note of by BCB and could take suitable actions if needed.

Khaled Mahmud was accompanied by assistant coach Talha Jubair after complaining about the lack of arrangements for training, including the paucity of balls. During their auto ride, the duo was also seen with a packet of cigarettes.   

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) season is set for its latest season despite the country boiling in violence due to the death of student protest leaders. Now, another embarrassing moment has added embarrassment for the nation. On Thursday (Dec 25), Noakhali Express head coach Khaled Mahmud stormed out of the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. He was later seen boarding an auto rickshaw to the hotel, drawing attention from Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials. What happened with Khaled Mahmud? Having arrived at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium for the training session of the new BPL franchise, Noakhali Express, Mahmud spotted a lack of facilities, including only three balls at the training session. He reported being angry with the stadium facilities and left the stadium in an auto despite members of the team practicing at the venue. Mahmud was accompanied by assistant coach Talha Jubair after complaining about the lack of arrangements for training, including the paucity of balls. During their auto ride, the duo was also seen with a packet of cigarettes. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes "I will not work in the BPL under these circumstances. I have never seen this in the BPL before," Mahmud told reporters while getting into the vehicle, locally called CNG. A few members of the team's staff tried to persuade Mahmud and Jubair to return to the venue, assuring them that the mistake would not be repeated. Mahmud, however, didn't change his stance. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes All is well in the camp? Mahmud later said that he "may have overreacted" after not receiving sufficient facilities during training. "It was a misunderstanding," he said. "I think I may have overreacted in the moment. There were not enough facilities in training. I didn't get the equipment I needed. That's when I lost my temper. I think I behaved poorly at that instance. I want to thank the owners. I spoke to them. The BCB has also spoken to me." While the situation has now been eased down, prominent cricket website Espncricinfo has reported that the incident has been taken note of by BCB and could take suitable actions if needed.

Khaled Mahmud was accompanied by assistant coach Talha Jubair after complaining about the lack of arrangements for training, including the paucity of balls. During their auto ride, the duo was also seen with a packet of cigarettes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Angry coach leaves stadium in auto rickshaw? Here's what happened on eve of opening day of Bangladesh Premier League

Bowlers ran riot on Boxing Day as Australia established a rare first innings lead on Day 1 of the fourth Ashes Test match on Friday (Dec 26). Playing in the Boxing Day Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), 20 wickets were scalped on the opening day with both Australia and England wrapping their first innings. Interestingly, Australia’s second innings with the bat was opened by pacer Scott Boland, adding another rare theme to the occasion.<h2>Bowlers dominate Boxing Day</h2>In what was a day dominated by bowlers, Australia were put into bat after England skipper Ben Stokes won the toss. The decision proved fruitful as Australia lost early wickets and were 72/4 at lunch break; they lost key batters like Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10). The home side also lost Usman Khawaja (29), Alex Carey (20) and Cameron Green (17), which came as a huge surprise.&nbsp;Tongue and Atkinson then continued their dominance with the ball, with the former becoming the first English bowler in 27 years to scalp a five-for at the MCG in Tests. Australia were eventually bowled out for 152 runs with Michael Neser’s 35 being the top score.&nbsp;Tongue and Atkinson then continued their dominance with the ball, with the former becoming the first English bowler in 27 years to scalp a five-for at the MCG in Tests. Australia were eventually bowled out for 152 runs with Michael Neser’s 35 being the top score.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>England off to poor start</h2>Having bowled out Australia, England batters were in full confidence but were quickly brought down to earth. The visitors lost four wickets in the opening eight overs and were 16/4 at one stage before Harry Brook (41) and Ben Stokes (16) retrieved the situation. However, once the partnership was broken, England quickly collapsed again, meaning they were 91/9 at one stage. Atkinson, who scalped two wickets with the ball, later scored 28 runs to help England reach 110 before they were bowled out. Australia thus earned a lead of 42 runs at the end of England’s first innings.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The home side had to come out to bat again for one over, with Scott Boland, who had picked three wickets with the ball for Australia, opening the batting innings. He survived a couple of close calls before stumps were called. Australia ended Day 1 at 4/0 in the second innings and now lead by 46 runs ahead of a crucial Day 2.

The decision to bowl first at MCG proved fruitful for England as Australia lost early wickets and were 72/4 at lunch break; they lost key batters like Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10). 

Bowlers ran riot on Boxing Day as Australia established a rare first innings lead on Day 1 of the fourth Ashes Test match on Friday (Dec 26). Playing in the Boxing Day Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), 20 wickets were scalped on the opening day with both Australia and England wrapping their first innings. Interestingly, Australia’s second innings with the bat was opened by pacer Scott Boland, adding another rare theme to the occasion. Bowlers dominate Boxing Day In what was a day dominated by bowlers, Australia were put into bat after England skipper Ben Stokes won the toss. The decision proved fruitful as Australia lost early wickets and were 72/4 at lunch break; they lost key batters like Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10). The home side also lost Usman Khawaja (29), Alex Carey (20) and Cameron Green (17), which came as a huge surprise. Tongue and Atkinson then continued their dominance with the ball, with the former becoming the first English bowler in 27 years to scalp a five-for at the MCG in Tests. Australia were eventually bowled out for 152 runs with Michael Neser’s 35 being the top score. Tongue and Atkinson then continued their dominance with the ball, with the former becoming the first English bowler in 27 years to scalp a five-for at the MCG in Tests. Australia were eventually bowled out for 152 runs with Michael Neser’s 35 being the top score. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes England off to poor start Having bowled out Australia, England batters were in full confidence but were quickly brought down to earth. The visitors lost four wickets in the opening eight overs and were 16/4 at one stage before Harry Brook (41) and Ben Stokes (16) retrieved the situation. However, once the partnership was broken, England quickly collapsed again, meaning they were 91/9 at one stage. Atkinson, who scalped two wickets with the ball, later scored 28 runs to help England reach 110 before they were bowled out. Australia thus earned a lead of 42 runs at the end of England’s first innings. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes The home side had to come out to bat again for one over, with Scott Boland, who had picked three wickets with the ball for Australia, opening the batting innings. He survived a couple of close calls before stumps were called. Australia ended Day 1 at 4/0 in the second innings and now lead by 46 runs ahead of a crucial Day 2.

The decision to bowl first at MCG proved fruitful for England as Australia lost early wickets and were 72/4 at lunch break; they lost key batters like Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10).&nbsp;

Ashes: Bowlers run riot on Boxing Day as Australia take rare first innings lead on Day 1

It was another entertaining day in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Friday (Dec 26) as star India duo Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were in action. Enjoying a stellar run with the bat, Virat and Rohit came into their respective contests with high expectations. However, it was a different ball game altogether with Virat missing out on a hundred against Gujarat, while Rohit was dismissed for a golden duck while he was in action against Uttarakhand.<h2>Virat impresses, Rohit fails</h2>Having scored hundreds in their respective Vijay Hazare Trophy matches on Wednesday, eyes were back on the Indian duo who are trying to stay in contention for a place in the 2027 ODI World Cup. However, the Indian duo had a different fate written for Friday’s encounters with Rohit getting out for a golden duck while Virat was smashing all over the park.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Virat scored a 29-ball fifty against Gujarat before he was dismissed for 77, which consisted of 13 fours and a six. This was also his sixth consecutive innings of fifty-plus scores, continuing from where he had left off. He scored an unbeaten fifty against Australia in Sydney in October before smashing back-to-back hundreds against South Africa in November and December. This was followed by another unbeaten fifty in the final ODI against the Proteas.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Returning to the Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years, Virat played a 131-run knock against Andhra Pradesh before missing out on a hundred.&nbsp;Rohit’s luck, on the other hand, faded out, having been dismissed for a golden duck by Devendra Singh Bora in the first over of Mumbai’s match.&nbsp;Both Virat and Rohit are set to be part of the Indian team that will be playing against New Zealand in a three-match ODI series starting on January 11.

Enjoying a stellar run with the bat, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma came into their respective contests with high expectations. However, it was a different ball game altogether with Virat missing out on a ton against Gujarat, while Rohit was dismissed for a golden duck against Uttarakhand.

It was another entertaining day in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Friday (Dec 26) as star India duo Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were in action. Enjoying a stellar run with the bat, Virat and Rohit came into their respective contests with high expectations. However, it was a different ball game altogether with Virat missing out on a hundred against Gujarat, while Rohit was dismissed for a golden duck while he was in action against Uttarakhand. Virat impresses, Rohit fails Having scored hundreds in their respective Vijay Hazare Trophy matches on Wednesday, eyes were back on the Indian duo who are trying to stay in contention for a place in the 2027 ODI World Cup. However, the Indian duo had a different fate written for Friday’s encounters with Rohit getting out for a golden duck while Virat was smashing all over the park. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Virat scored a 29-ball fifty against Gujarat before he was dismissed for 77, which consisted of 13 fours and a six. This was also his sixth consecutive innings of fifty-plus scores, continuing from where he had left off. He scored an unbeaten fifty against Australia in Sydney in October before smashing back-to-back hundreds against South Africa in November and December. This was followed by another unbeaten fifty in the final ODI against the Proteas. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Returning to the Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years, Virat played a 131-run knock against Andhra Pradesh before missing out on a hundred. Rohit’s luck, on the other hand, faded out, having been dismissed for a golden duck by Devendra Singh Bora in the first over of Mumbai’s match. Both Virat and Rohit are set to be part of the Indian team that will be playing against New Zealand in a three-match ODI series starting on January 11.

Returning to the Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years, Virat played a 131-run knock against Andhra Pradesh before missing out on a hundred.

Virat misses out on ton, Rohit dismissed for golden duck in Vijay Hazare Trophy

It was a poor start for hosts Australia on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test. English bowlers were on song in the first session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Having opted to bowl first after winning the toss, the decision by Ben Stokes proved right as Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson enjoyed their outing by breaking the back of Australia’s batting order. However, it was the wicket of Australia’s stand-in skipper Steve Smith that caught the eye, which was the highlight reel at Tea on Day 1.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">WHAT A DELIVERY! Steve Smith looks on puzzled after this peach from Josh Tongue.<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/NpkEgGxOQR">pic.twitter.com/NpkEgGxOQR</a>&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/2004359114718060602?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Smith stunned on Boxing Day</h2>Asked to bat first, Australia were never in control of the situation and lost wickets at regular intervals in the opening session as they closed at 72/4 at the break. However, it was a delivery from Tongue that caught the eye in the opening session at the MCG. On the second ball of the 20th over, an in-swinging delivery from Tongue stunned Smith as it broke the defense of the Aussie stand-in skipper. The ball castled the stumps, surprising everyone in the stadium.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;As a result, Smith had to return for 9 off 31 with Aussies struggling left, right and centre with the bat.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>What happened in Australia’s innings?</h2>A rampant England tore through the Australian batting to dismiss the hosts for just 152 on Day 1 of the fourth Ashes Test in a huge confidence boost for the maligned tourists. Openers Travis Head and Jake Weatherald fell for 12 and 10 respectively, while Marnus Labuschagne made six as Atkinson and Tongue found plenty of movement.&nbsp;It didn't get much better after lunch with Usman Khawaja (29), Alex Carey (20) and Cameron Green (17) among those departing. Michael Neser top-scored with 35 while Tongue took 5-45. Australia have already retained the Ashes after crushing eight-wicket victories in Perth and Brisbane and an 82-run win in Adelaide, with England desperate to restore pride in Melbourne.

Having opted to bowl first after winning the toss, the decision by Ben Stokes proved right as Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson enjoyed their outing by breaking the back of Australia’s batting order. 

It was a poor start for hosts Australia on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test. English bowlers were on song in the first session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Having opted to bowl first after winning the toss, the decision by Ben Stokes proved right as Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson enjoyed their outing by breaking the back of Australia’s batting order. However, it was the wicket of Australia’s stand-in skipper Steve Smith that caught the eye, which was the highlight reel at Tea on Day 1.

Having opted to bowl first after winning the toss, the decision by Ben Stokes proved right as Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson enjoyed their outing by breaking the back of Australia’s batting order.&nbsp;

Watch: Steve Smith stunned as Josh Tongue castles Australian stand-in skipper in Boxing Day Test

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is all set to begin on Jan 9, and fans can start buying tickets online from December 26. The BCCI has named District as the official ticketing partner for the fourth season of the league. This year’s tournament will be played across two venues, the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The season opener will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on last year’s champions, Mumbai Indians, in Navi Mumbai. A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.&nbsp;Along with RCB and MI, the other teams competing this season are Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-eng-4th-ashes-when-and-where-to-watch-australia-vs-england-match-live-streaming-in-india-1766676519545">AUS vs ENG, 4th Ashes: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?</a><h2>All you need to know about WPL 2026 ticket sale</h2><h3>Where to buy WPL 2026 tickets</h3>The tickets for WPL 2026 will be sold on the official WPL website and the District app by Zomato platform.<h3>When will ticket sales start</h3>

Online ticket sales for WPL 2026 will begin at 6:00 PM IST on Friday (December 26).<h2>WPL 2026 mega auction</h2>The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction took place in New Delhi on Nov 27 with 277 players competed for 73 spots. Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore.&nbsp;&nbsp;This signing also made her the second-most expensive Indian player in the auction and also the first one to be retained through RTM.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mumbai Indians spent INR 3 crore to sign New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr again, even though they had released her before the auction. She became the second-most expensive overseas player.&nbsp;One of the biggest shocks came right at the start of the auction when Australian captain Alyssa Healy went unsold. Another Australian player, Alana King, also did not receive any bids, even during the accelerated round.

 A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is all set to begin on Jan 9, and fans can start buying tickets online from December 26. The BCCI has named District as the official ticketing partner for the fourth season of the league. This year’s tournament will be played across two venues, the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The season opener will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on last year’s champions, Mumbai Indians, in Navi Mumbai. A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium. Along with RCB and MI, the other teams competing this season are Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants. Also Read - AUS vs ENG, 4th Ashes: When and where to watch match live streaming in India? All you need to know about WPL 2026 ticket sale Where to buy WPL 2026 tickets The tickets for WPL 2026 will be sold on the official WPL website and the District app by Zomato platform. When will ticket sales start

A total of 11 matches will be held in Navi Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.

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England will be hoping to get a bit of payback when they face Australia in the Fourth Ashes Test, starting on Friday (Dec 26) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia, however, has already sealed the series, leading 3-0 after winning the Third Test in Adelaide by 82 runs and keeping the Ashes.&nbsp;&nbsp;For the fourth Ashes, Australia has made a few changes to its team. Steve Smith returns as captain, while Jhye Richardson comes in, replacing Josh Inglis and Nathan Lyon.&nbsp;England has also changed its lineup, with Jacob Bethell and Gus Atkinson coming in for Ollie Pope and Jofra Archer. Australia still needs to decide whether Michael Neser or Brendan Doggett will play as the fourth fast bowler instead of Pat Cummins.<h2>Australia vs England, 4th Ashes- Live streaming details</h2>As the fourth Ashes between Australia and England approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.<h2>When and where is Australia vs England, 4th Ashes?</h2>The fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be held between Friday (December 26) and Tuesday (December 30), at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The match will start at 5:00 am IST.<h2>Where to watch Australia vs England, 4th Ashes live?</h2>The fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-5-australian-bowlers-with-most-test-wickets-shane-warne-nathan-lyon-glenn-mcgrath-mitchell-starc-dennis-lillee-1766060391845">Meet top 5 Australian bowlers with most Test wickets, Starc is fourth, check where Nathan Lyon stands</a><h2>Where to livestream Australia vs England, 4th Ashes?</h2>Fans can watch the live streaming of the fourth Ashes between Australia and England on the JioHotstar app and website in India.<h2>What time will the toss take place?</h2>The toss for the fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be held at 4:30 am IST.<h2>Australia vs England, 4th Ashes - Lineups</h2>Australia: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (captain), Usman Khawaja, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Jhye Richardson and Brendan Doggett/Michael Neser&nbsp;England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wk), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse and Josh Tongue

As the fourth Ashes between Australia and England approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

England will be hoping to get a bit of payback when they face Australia in the Fourth Ashes Test, starting on Friday (Dec 26) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia, however, has already sealed the series, leading 3-0 after winning the Third Test in Adelaide by 82 runs and keeping the Ashes. For the fourth Ashes, Australia has made a few changes to its team. Steve Smith returns as captain, while Jhye Richardson comes in, replacing Josh Inglis and Nathan Lyon. England has also changed its lineup, with Jacob Bethell and Gus Atkinson coming in for Ollie Pope and Jofra Archer. Australia still needs to decide whether Michael Neser or Brendan Doggett will play as the fourth fast bowler instead of Pat Cummins. Australia vs England, 4th Ashes- Live streaming details As the fourth Ashes between Australia and England approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. When and where is Australia vs England, 4th Ashes? The fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be held between Friday (December 26) and Tuesday (December 30), at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The match will start at 5:00 am IST. Where to watch Australia vs England, 4th Ashes live? The fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Also Check - Meet top 5 Australian bowlers with most Test wickets, Starc is fourth, check where Nathan Lyon stands Where to livestream Australia vs England, 4th Ashes? Fans can watch the live streaming of the fourth Ashes between Australia and England on the JioHotstar app and website in India. What time will the toss take place? The toss for the fourth Ashes between Australia and England will be held at 4:30 am IST. Australia vs England, 4th Ashes - Lineups Australia: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (captain), Usman Khawaja, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Jhye Richardson and Brendan Doggett/Michael Neser England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wk), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse and Josh Tongue

As the fourth Ashes between Australia and England approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

AUS vs ENG, 4th Ashes: When and where to watch Australia vs England match live streaming in India?

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya showed calm and maturity after an uncomfortable moment with a fan outside a restaurant in New Delhi on Christmas eve. The incident, which was caught on camera and later went viral, earned praise from fans and former players for the way Pandya handled the situation without reacting. The episode took place after Pandya stepped out following a Christmas dinner with his girlfriend, Maheika Sharma.&nbsp;&nbsp;A group of fans had gathered outside the restaurant, hoping to click pictures with the star cricketer. Pandya patiently stopped for a few selfies before heading towards his car, even as security tried to manage the crowd. Amid the rush, one fan struggled to get close to Pandya for a photograph.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/yearender-2025-5-stunning-hat-tricks-in-world-cricket-across-formats-no-3-was-most-unexpected-1766665006691/1766665006696">Yearender 2025: 5 stunning hat-tricks in world cricket across formats, you won't believe who is at no.3</a>&nbsp;Frustration soon turned into anger, and the fan was heard shouting an abusive remark in Hindi, saying ‘Bhaad mein jao’ (go to hell). Pandya, however, chose not to respond. He did not turn back, argue, or show any visible reaction, and calmly continued walking towards his vehicle.&nbsp;It was unclear whether Pandya heard the comment or had deliberately decided to ignore it, but his composed response stood out. The video quickly spread on social media, with many praising the Indian cricketer for maintaining his dignity despite provocation. The moment once again highlighted the pressure sportspersons face in public spaces, where attention can turn uncomfortable in seconds.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗚𝘂𝘆𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗢𝗢 𝗠𝗨𝗖𝗛 🤬🙏 A fan tried to approach Hardik Pandya for a selfie but couldn’t get close. 𝗙𝗮𝗻: 𝗕𝗛𝗔𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗘 𝗝𝗔𝗢 (Go to Hell) 😡 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗸: Either didn’t hear it, or heard it and chose to ignore. This incident happened… <a href="https://t.co/B929w11Iwi">pic.twitter.com/B929w11Iwi</a>&mdash; Jara (@JARA_Memer) <a href="https://twitter.com/JARA_Memer/status/2004126614528184329?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Pandya makes a strong comeback against South Africa</h2>Away from the incident, Pandya has been making headlines for his performances on the field. He played a major role in India’s recent T20I series win against South Africa, delivering match-winning knocks under pressure. In the opening game, Pandya struck an unbeaten 59 off just 28 balls, rescuing India from a tough situation and setting up a competitive total.&nbsp;He saved his best for the final T20I in Ahmedabad, where he smashed 63 off just 25 deliveries. Pandya reached his half-century in only 16 balls, registering the second-fastest T20I fifty by an Indian. His explosive innings powered India to 231 for 5 and sealed a convincing 3-1 series victory.

Hardik Pandya stayed calm after an abusive fan shouted at him outside a restaurant. The Indian all-rounder ignored the remark, earning praise for his composure, days after a strong T20I series against South Africa.


Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya showed calm and maturity after an uncomfortable moment with a fan outside a restaurant in New Delhi on Christmas eve. The incident, which was caught on camera and later went viral, earned praise from fans and former players for the way Pandya handled the situation without reacting. The episode took place after Pandya stepped out following a Christmas dinner with his girlfriend, Maheika Sharma. A group of fans had gathered outside the restaurant, hoping to click pictures with the star cricketer. Pandya patiently stopped for a few selfies before heading towards his car, even as security tried to manage the crowd. Amid the rush, one fan struggled to get close to Pandya for a photograph. Also read | Yearender 2025: 5 stunning hat-tricks in world cricket across formats, you won't believe who is at no.3 Frustration soon turned into anger, and the fan was heard shouting an abusive remark in Hindi, saying ‘Bhaad mein jao’ (go to hell). Pandya, however, chose not to respond. He did not turn back, argue, or show any visible reaction, and calmly continued walking towards his vehicle. It was unclear whether Pandya heard the comment or had deliberately decided to ignore it, but his composed response stood out. The video quickly spread on social media, with many praising the Indian cricketer for maintaining his dignity despite provocation. The moment once again highlighted the pressure sportspersons face in public spaces, where attention can turn uncomfortable in seconds.

Hardik Pandya stayed calm after an abusive fan shouted at him outside a restaurant. The Indian all-rounder ignored the remark, earning praise for his composure, days after a strong T20I series against South Africa.

WATCH: Hardik Pandya ignores abusive fan after refusing selfie request

Former India captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli marked their return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy with impressive centuries in the first round on Wednesday (Dec 24). The two veterans, who have stepped away from T20 Internationals and Test cricket, played major roles in helping their teams to win. Kohli’s hundred helped Delhi to defeat Andhra by four wickets, while Rohit’s century guided Mumbai to an eight-wicket win over Sikkim.&nbsp;<h2>When Kohli, Rohit are set to play next?</h2>Both Kohli and Rohit will next be in action in the second round of the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Delhi will face Gujarat at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, while Rohit’s Mumbai will take on Uttarakhand at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Both the matches will begin at 9 am on Friday (Dec 26).&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-5-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-list-a-sachin-tendulkar-virat-kohli-sourav-ganguly-rahul-dravid-rohit-sharma-1766658431171">Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs in List A, check where Kohli stands</a><h2>Kohli breaks another record</h2>During his match-winning knock of 131 for Delhi, Kohli crossed 16,000 runs in List A cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar to become the quickest to reach the milestone. Tendulkar achieved the feat in 391 innings, while Kohli did so in just 330 innings, taking 61 fewer innings.&nbsp;Kohli already holds the record for being the quickest to reach every 1,000-run mark after 10,000 List A runs. He and Tendulkar are the only two Indian players among the five quickest to reach 16,000 List A runs. The others on the list are former West Indian opener Gordon Greenidge (422 innings), two-time World Cup-winning Australian captain Ricky Ponting (430 innings) and batting king Viv Richards (435 innings).&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa20-complete-team-by-team-squad-breakdown-mi-cape-town-sunrisers-eastern-cape-joburg-super-kings-pretoria-capitals-paarl-royals-durban-super-giants-1766655656447">SA20: Complete team-by-team squad breakdown ft Pretoria Capitals and others</a><h2>Rohit hits 37th List A hundred</h2>The century for Mumbai was Rohit's 37th List A ton which also include 33 tons in ODIs as well. Rohit is a modern-day great in 50-over cricket with more than 10k runs at an average of nearly 50 and three double tons - only player in ODI history to do so.

In the opening round of VHT 2025-26, Kohli’s hundred helped Delhi to defeat Andhra by four wickets, while Rohit’s century guided Mumbai to an eight-wicket win over Sikkim. 

Former India captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli marked their return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy with impressive centuries in the first round on Wednesday (Dec 24). The two veterans, who have stepped away from T20 Internationals and Test cricket, played major roles in helping their teams to win. Kohli’s hundred helped Delhi to defeat Andhra by four wickets, while Rohit’s century guided Mumbai to an eight-wicket win over Sikkim. When Kohli, Rohit are set to play next? Both Kohli and Rohit will next be in action in the second round of the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Delhi will face Gujarat at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, while Rohit’s Mumbai will take on Uttarakhand at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Both the matches will begin at 9 am on Friday (Dec 26). Also Check - Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs in List A, check where Kohli stands Kohli breaks another record During his match-winning knock of 131 for Delhi, Kohli crossed 16,000 runs in List A cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar to become the quickest to reach the milestone. Tendulkar achieved the feat in 391 innings, while Kohli did so in just 330 innings, taking 61 fewer innings. Kohli already holds the record for being the quickest to reach every 1,000-run mark after 10,000 List A runs. He and Tendulkar are the only two Indian players among the five quickest to reach 16,000 List A runs. The others on the list are former West Indian opener Gordon Greenidge (422 innings), two-time World Cup-winning Australian captain Ricky Ponting (430 innings) and batting king Viv Richards (435 innings). Also Read - SA20: Complete team-by-team squad breakdown ft Pretoria Capitals and others Rohit hits 37th List A hundred The century for Mumbai was Rohit's 37th List A ton which also include 33 tons in ODIs as well. Rohit is a modern-day great in 50-over cricket with more than 10k runs at an average of nearly 50 and three double tons - only player in ODI history to do so.

In the opening round of VHT 2025-26, Kohli’s hundred helped Delhi to defeat Andhra by four wickets, while Rohit’s century guided Mumbai to an eight-wicket win over Sikkim.&nbsp;

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: When Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma are set to play next?

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. The incident happened in Noosa during England team's break between the second and third Test in Brisbane and Adelaide, respectively. The Three Lions, however, lost both matches on either side of the breaks after losing the first Test in Perth and now trail 0-3 in the five-Test Ashes. Vaughan also questioned England's lack of preparation going into the first Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch during their eight-wicket loss.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-winner-monty-panesar-suggests-ex-indian-coach-ravi-shastri-as-brendon-mccullum-replacement-1766599705451">Ashes winner Panesar suggests ex-Indian coach as McCullum’s replacement</a>"Duckett should not be reprimanded at all on the evidence we have seen and neither should the other players because it is a wider issue: the game of cricket has created this drinking culture. England, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa all have the same culture," Vaughan wrote in his column for The Telegraph."The thing about Noosa is that it was booked a year ago. But they did not book the WACA (Perth ground) a year ago. How did they not prepare for a bouncy pitch leading into a first Test, but at the same time had booked their holiday in Noosa?" Vaughan asked in the column.<h2>England look for Christmas miracle in Boxing Day Test</h2>With fourth Test to set to begin on Boxing Day (Dec 26) in Melbourne, England would be hoping to continue the fight they had shown in Adelaide. The visitors, however, are without express pacer Jofra Archer and have dropped underperforming Ollie Pope as well. Australia, on the other hand, are without regular skipper Pat Cummins and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon but Mitchell Starc has been more than capable of taming the visitors with able support from Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser. &nbsp;

Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. He, however, questioned England's lack of preparation going into the 1st Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. The incident happened in Noosa during England team's break between the second and third Test in Brisbane and Adelaide, respectively. The Three Lions, however, lost both matches on either side of the breaks after losing the first Test in Perth and now trail 0-3 in the five-Test Ashes. Vaughan also questioned England's lack of preparation going into the first Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch during their eight-wicket loss. Also Read - Ashes winner Panesar suggests ex-Indian coach as McCullum’s replacement "Duckett should not be reprimanded at all on the evidence we have seen and neither should the other players because it is a wider issue: the game of cricket has created this drinking culture. England, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa all have the same culture," Vaughan wrote in his column for The Telegraph. "The thing about Noosa is that it was booked a year ago. But they did not book the WACA (Perth ground) a year ago. How did they not prepare for a bouncy pitch leading into a first Test, but at the same time had booked their holiday in Noosa?" Vaughan asked in the column. England look for Christmas miracle in Boxing Day Test With fourth Test to set to begin on Boxing Day (Dec 26) in Melbourne, England would be hoping to continue the fight they had shown in Adelaide. The visitors, however, are without express pacer Jofra Archer and have dropped underperforming Ollie Pope as well. Australia, on the other hand, are without regular skipper Pat Cummins and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon but Mitchell Starc has been more than capable of taming the visitors with able support from Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and Michael Neser.

Michael Vaughan, while refusing to blame under-fire batter Ben Duckett for his 'drunk video,' has blamed 'cricket' for the drinking culture in teams. He, however, questioned England's lack of preparation going into the 1st Test in Perth where the visitors looked out of place on a juicy pitch

Former skipper Michael Vaughan blames 'cricket' for England's drinking but reveals Noosa break 'was booked a year ago'

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in List A cricket. This list also includes Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in List A cricket. This list also includes Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly

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