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Cricket, and not just T20 cricket, changed forever on this day (September 19) 19 years ago. An upbeat Indian Team was in action against England in a marquee Super 8 match of the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup at Kingsmead in Durban, when India’s talismanic all-rounder Yuvraj Singh unleashed the dangerous batter in him. England had a potent attack, with Andrew Flintoff at the helm, who, however, was solely responsible for what happened later in India’s innings.&nbsp;Facing a young Stuart Broad in the 19th over, a charged-up Yuvraj Singh racked up six sixes in an over – becoming the first batter in T20I cricket to achieve this feat, and second after former South African opener Herschelle Gibbs in international cricket. Gibbs entered history books for hitting six sixes in an over against the Netherlands during the 2007 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary</a>&nbsp;Yuvraj started with a massive six at deep mid-wicket, before clobbering the next two in backward square leg and extra cover for clean sixes. With three sixes off the first three balls, Yuvraj geared up for more. He hammered one on the off-side off the full toss and the fifth one to deep mid-wicket. On the final ball of the over, Yuvraj went on his left knee, positioned himself and smashed it to the deep long on, completing six sixes in an over and creating a world record.<h2>WATCH VIDEO -&nbsp;</h2>

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In the next over, bowled by Flintoff, who, before Broad’s over, had been involved in a verbal spat with Yuvraj, the left-hander smashed more before departing on a game-changing 58 off just 16 balls. He also completed a record 12-ball fifty in the meantime, which is the quickest among Test-playing nations in T20Is to date.&nbsp;India posted 218 for four in the first innings and restricted England to 200/6 to win the match by 18 runs. India faced South Africa and Australia in their next two matches, beating them convincingly and qualifying for the final against Pakistan, which they narrowly beat to lift the trophy.

On This Day in 2007: Relive Yuvraj Singh smashing Stuart Broad for 6 sixes in an over in Durban, reaching the fastest T20 World Cup fifty in just 12 balls.

Cricket, and not just T20 cricket, changed forever on this day (September 19) 19 years ago. An upbeat Indian Team was in action against England in a marquee Super 8 match of the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup at Kingsmead in Durban, when India’s talismanic all-rounder Yuvraj Singh unleashed the dangerous batter in him. England had a potent attack, with Andrew Flintoff at the helm, who, however, was solely responsible for what happened later in India’s innings. Facing a young Stuart Broad in the 19th over, a charged-up Yuvraj Singh racked up six sixes in an over – becoming the first batter in T20I cricket to achieve this feat, and second after former South African opener Herschelle Gibbs in international cricket. Gibbs entered history books for hitting six sixes in an over against the Netherlands during the 2007 ODI World Cup. Also read| Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary Yuvraj started with a massive six at deep mid-wicket, before clobbering the next two in backward square leg and extra cover for clean sixes. With three sixes off the first three balls, Yuvraj geared up for more. He hammered one on the off-side off the full toss and the fifth one to deep mid-wicket. On the final ball of the over, Yuvraj went on his left knee, positioned himself and smashed it to the deep long on, completing six sixes in an over and creating a world record. WATCH VIDEO -

On This Day in 2007: Relive Yuvraj Singh smashing Stuart Broad for 6 sixes in an over in Durban, reaching the fastest T20 World Cup fifty in just 12 balls.

On This Day: Relive Yuvraj Singh’s historic 6 sixes Off Stuart Broad in T20 World Cup

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to secure a place in the final of the Asian Games women’s cricket competition when they face Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, in the semi-final on Sunday (Sept 20) in Nisshin. India began their title defence with a convincing eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday, chasing down the 58-run target with 15 overs to spare.&nbsp;Bangladesh, meanwhile, reached the semi-finals based on their higher ICC ranking after their quarter-final against China was called off due to a wet outfield.&nbsp;India’s bowlers made good use of the turn and bounce on offer against Japan. Left-arm spinner Shree Charani continued her impressive form from the Asia Cup, while Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil also contributed with the ball. Shreyanka made her return after a three-month injury layoff.&nbsp;India did not need Smriti Mandhana or Harmanpreet Kaur with the bat against Japan, as Shafali comfortably chased down the target on her own.&nbsp;Both senior batters are expected to feature against Bangladesh. The Bangladesh spinners, meanwhile, will look to make the most of the conditions and put India under pressure.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-indian-residents-japan-standby-house-athletes-1789807940196">2,000 Indian residents in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes</a><h2>India vs Bangladesh Women's Asian Games Semifinal: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the India vs Bangladesh Women’s Asian Games semifinal be played?</h2>The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 20). The toss is scheduled for 10:00 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time: Saikia</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream India vs Bangladesh in the Women’s Asian Games semifinal?</h2>The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be livestreamed on the SonyLIV app and website.

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

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India will aim to secure a place in the final of the Asian Games women’s cricket competition when they face Bangladesh, led by Nigar Sultana Joty, in the semi-final on Sunday (Sept 20) in Nisshin. India began their title defence with a convincing eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday, chasing down the 58-run target with 15 overs to spare. Bangladesh, meanwhile, reached the semi-finals based on their higher ICC ranking after their quarter-final against China was called off due to a wet outfield. India’s bowlers made good use of the turn and bounce on offer against Japan. Left-arm spinner Shree Charani continued her impressive form from the Asia Cup, while Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil also contributed with the ball. Shreyanka made her return after a three-month injury layoff. India did not need Smriti Mandhana or Harmanpreet Kaur with the bat against Japan, as Shafali comfortably chased down the target on her own. Both senior batters are expected to feature against Bangladesh. The Bangladesh spinners, meanwhile, will look to make the most of the conditions and put India under pressure. Also Read - 2,000 Indian residents in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes India vs Bangladesh Women's Asian Games Semifinal: Match Details When will the India vs Bangladesh Women’s Asian Games semifinal be played? The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be played on Sunday (Sept 20). The toss is scheduled for 10:00 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Also Read - Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time: Saikia Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream India vs Bangladesh in the Women’s Asian Games semifinal? The semifinal between India and Bangladesh Women will be livestreamed on the SonyLIV app and website.

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

IND-W vs BAN-W Asian Games Semifinal: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

Days after the Indian women’s cricket team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC president, also the PCB chief and an interior minister in the Pakistan government, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the trophy would land at BCCI’s headquarters one day. A similar situation occurred last year when the Indian men’s team beat Pakistan to retain their Asia Cup crown in Dubai, with Suryakumar Yadav and his triumphant unit refusing to accept the trophy from Naqvi.&nbsp;Moreover, such an episode could happen again at the cricket competitions at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, conducted under the aegis of the ACC, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams are expected to win gold medals.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-bcci-chief-selector-contract-future-update-1789797309027">Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary</a>&nbsp;"Asia Cup trophies… we hope it will come one day," Saikia said in Mumbai on Friday (Sep 18) after the BCCI's 95th Annual General Meeting. "I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai."&nbsp;Saikia’s comments come amidst ongoing diplomatic friction, with Naqvi scheduled to remain ACC President until April 2027.&nbsp;After crushing Sri Lanka in a one-sided affair in the Asia Cup final in Dubai last Sunday (Sep 13), the Indian women’s team decided against attending the presentation ceremony. Instead, they conducted their own, with fielding coach Munish Bali handing out the best fielder award to Nandani Sharma, who grabbed two diving catches in the final. A day later, Saikia said that it was a ‘firm institutional decision’ to refuse to take the trophy from Naqvi.&nbsp;"Our position had been communicated to the ACC in advance that the Indian team would not participate in the trophy presentation under the circumstances," Saikia had told PTI. "Given the circumstances and the sentiments prevailing in the country, the BCCI felt that it would not be appropriate for the team to receive the trophy in the proposed manner.&nbsp;"This was a firm institutional decision, reflective of the position we have maintained, and was not directed at the players, the tournament or the sport."&nbsp;Amid cross-border tensions between two nuclear powers in April 2025, when four Pakistani terrorists killed 25 civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, in broad daylight, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor midway through IPL 2025, later halting all proceedings until a ceasefire was announced. While India cut all bilateral ties with Pakistan following the barbaric attack on innocents, the two countries played for the first time since the 2025 Asia Cup, where Indian players refused to shake hands with Pakistan and later also refused to accept the winning trophy from Naqvi.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia assures that the Asia Cup trophies will eventually reach BCCI headquarters in Mumbai following the standoff with ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Days after the Indian women’s cricket team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC president, also the PCB chief and an interior minister in the Pakistan government, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the trophy would land at BCCI’s headquarters one day. A similar situation occurred last year when the Indian men’s team beat Pakistan to retain their Asia Cup crown in Dubai, with Suryakumar Yadav and his triumphant unit refusing to accept the trophy from Naqvi. Moreover, such an episode could happen again at the cricket competitions at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, conducted under the aegis of the ACC, where the Indian men’s and women’s teams are expected to win gold medals. Also read| Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary "Asia Cup trophies… we hope it will come one day," Saikia said in Mumbai on Friday (Sep 18) after the BCCI's 95th Annual General Meeting. "I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai." Saikia’s comments come amidst ongoing diplomatic friction, with Naqvi scheduled to remain ACC President until April 2027. After crushing Sri Lanka in a one-sided affair in the Asia Cup final in Dubai last Sunday (Sep 13), the Indian women’s team decided against attending the presentation ceremony. Instead, they conducted their own, with fielding coach Munish Bali handing out the best fielder award to Nandani Sharma, who grabbed two diving catches in the final. A day later, Saikia said that it was a ‘firm institutional decision’ to refuse to take the trophy from Naqvi. "Our position had been communicated to the ACC in advance that the Indian team would not participate in the trophy presentation under the circumstances," Saikia had told PTI. "Given the circumstances and the sentiments prevailing in the country, the BCCI felt that it would not be appropriate for the team to receive the trophy in the proposed manner. "This was a firm institutional decision, reflective of the position we have maintained, and was not directed at the players, the tournament or the sport." Amid cross-border tensions between two nuclear powers in April 2025, when four Pakistani terrorists killed 25 civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, in broad daylight, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor midway through IPL 2025, later halting all proceedings until a ceasefire was announced. While India cut all bilateral ties with Pakistan following the barbaric attack on innocents, the two countries played for the first time since the 2025 Asia Cup, where Indian players refused to shake hands with Pakistan and later also refused to accept the winning trophy from Naqvi.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia assures that the Asia Cup trophies will eventually reach BCCI headquarters in Mumbai following the standoff with ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Asia Cup trophies will reach BCCI headquarters one day, assures Devajit Saikia

Indian Cricket stands at a crossroads, with talks about current chief selector Ajit Agarkar not wanting to extend his contract, which ends in 15 days. With reports of the BCCI heads trying to convince him to stay until the 2027 ODI World Cup, board secretary Devajit Saikia said 15 days is a long time in the cricket world, and that the decision on Agarkar’s future will be made at the right time.&nbsp;BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday morning may have decided on Agarkar’s future, but no details were shared during the media interaction.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajit-agarkar-wants-to-quit-as-chief-selector-informs-bcci-1789747771278">Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI</a>&nbsp;“There’s still 15 days left (for Agarkar to complete his term)...15 days is a long time in the world of cricket. We have 15 days; we will take a decision in appropriate time, we will let you know about it,” Saikia said to the media.&nbsp;Earlier reports stated that BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla had said that the ‘office-bearers have been authorised to decide on the senior men’s selection committee.’&nbsp;Meanwhile, if recent developments are to be believed, Team India’s squad selection for the home white-ball series against the West Indies was Agarkar’s last in charge as the head of the men’s selection committee.&nbsp;The board will advertise for the position, followed by interviews, with the whole exercise likely to take some time. In the meantime, the BCCI could appoint an interim chief selector, if the need arises, and former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha, having played 24 Tests, leads the race owing to test seniority.&nbsp;The BCCI, however, has started to prepare for life after Agarkar, with several names likely doing the rounds. Ex-India keeper-batter Parthiv Patel is the frontrunner to replace Agarkar for the role. On the other hand, VVS Laxman, who often fills in for head coach Gautam Gambhir, was the board’s first choice, but reports suggest that he wasn’t keen on taking up the responsibility.&nbsp;Laxman is the head of BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and wishes to continue overseeing that role.<h3>BCCI Meet Absence Indicated Agarkar’s Exit</h3>Agarkar was not part of BCCI’s recently concluded high-profile meeting in Mumbai, which eventually dropped the biggest hint that he has made up his mind. The meeting was attended by the two Indian captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, board secretary Saikia, Laxman and even Gambhir.&nbsp;Although Saikia had then dismissed his absence by saying that Agarkar was out of town and in no internet zone for personal reasons, the BCCI’s official remarks indicated the separation.&nbsp;“It wasn’t that the meeting was decided upon within 48 hours. The chief selector missing such an important conclave where the way forward for Indian cricket was discussed doesn’t make sense,” a BCCI official said. “You have got to be indifferent to what’s happening around to miss such an occasion, and Agarkar is not the sort to do so. He had his plans in place and so skipped it.”<h3>What led to Agarkar’s departure?</h3>Agarkar’s tenure as the chief selector coincided with Indian Cricket’s glorious years, when they won two T20 World Cups and an ICC Champions Trophy, all in the space of three years; however, like how all good things come to an end, so did his tenure.&nbsp;What possibly triggered it was Rohit Sharma’s retirement episode during the UK tour this year, when several reports claimed that the Indian veteran would retire after the final ODI at Lord’s, where he smashed a brilliant hundred in a losing cause.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addresses Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector ahead of his contract deadline. Read the latest updates and contenders.

Indian Cricket stands at a crossroads, with talks about current chief selector Ajit Agarkar not wanting to extend his contract, which ends in 15 days. With reports of the BCCI heads trying to convince him to stay until the 2027 ODI World Cup, board secretary Devajit Saikia said 15 days is a long time in the cricket world, and that the decision on Agarkar’s future will be made at the right time. BCCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday morning may have decided on Agarkar’s future, but no details were shared during the media interaction. Also read| Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI “There’s still 15 days left (for Agarkar to complete his term)...15 days is a long time in the world of cricket. We have 15 days; we will take a decision in appropriate time, we will let you know about it,” Saikia said to the media. Earlier reports stated that BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla had said that the ‘office-bearers have been authorised to decide on the senior men’s selection committee.’ Meanwhile, if recent developments are to be believed, Team India’s squad selection for the home white-ball series against the West Indies was Agarkar’s last in charge as the head of the men’s selection committee. The board will advertise for the position, followed by interviews, with the whole exercise likely to take some time. In the meantime, the BCCI could appoint an interim chief selector, if the need arises, and former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha, having played 24 Tests, leads the race owing to test seniority. The BCCI, however, has started to prepare for life after Agarkar, with several names likely doing the rounds. Ex-India keeper-batter Parthiv Patel is the frontrunner to replace Agarkar for the role. On the other hand, VVS Laxman, who often fills in for head coach Gautam Gambhir, was the board’s first choice, but reports suggest that he wasn’t keen on taking up the responsibility. Laxman is the head of BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and wishes to continue overseeing that role. BCCI Meet Absence Indicated Agarkar’s Exit Agarkar was not part of BCCI’s recently concluded high-profile meeting in Mumbai, which eventually dropped the biggest hint that he has made up his mind. The meeting was attended by the two Indian captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, board secretary Saikia, Laxman and even Gambhir. Although Saikia had then dismissed his absence by saying that Agarkar was out of town and in no internet zone for personal reasons, the BCCI’s official remarks indicated the separation. “It wasn’t that the meeting was decided upon within 48 hours. The chief selector missing such an important conclave where the way forward for Indian cricket was discussed doesn’t make sense,” a BCCI official said. “You have got to be indifferent to what’s happening around to miss such an occasion, and Agarkar is not the sort to do so. He had his plans in place and so skipped it.” What led to Agarkar’s departure? Agarkar’s tenure as the chief selector coincided with Indian Cricket’s glorious years, when they won two T20 World Cups and an ICC Champions Trophy, all in the space of three years; however, like how all good things come to an end, so did his tenure. What possibly triggered it was Rohit Sharma’s retirement episode during the UK tour this year, when several reports claimed that the Indian veteran would retire after the final ODI at Lord’s, where he smashed a brilliant hundred in a losing cause.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addresses Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector ahead of his contract deadline. Read the latest updates and contenders.

Ajit Agarkar’s future as chief selector to be decided at right time, says BCCI secretary

In a massive blow to New Zealand, all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered a ‘freak injury’ during a promotional shoot in Auckland earlier this week. The left-handed batter dislocated his shoulder after landing awkwardly on the safety mat while attempting a diving catch during filming. Rachin underwent initial assessments on Friday, with medical specialists clearing him of any major structural damage. Although the NZC statement on the subject did not mention how long Rachin would be out of action, it said that his return would be determined by ‘his progress during the first few weeks of his rehabilitation.’&nbsp;New Zealand will host India for a full tour, starting with five T20Is late next month. With the T20I squad set to be announced next week, the NZC said it was unclear if Rachin will feature in the marquee series.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/brydon-carse-derby-nightclub-incident-police-drop-charges-1789787431585">Fast bowler Brydon Carse faces no charges over Derby nightclub incident</a>&nbsp;"It was a really unfortunate injury," New Zealand performance manager Mike Sandle said. "We're gutted for Rachin and our key priority is making sure he recovers well and gets back on the field as soon as he can.&nbsp;"As with all commercial shoots involving our players, the activities were agreed in advance by all parties, with appropriate safety measures in place. It was a bit of a freak accident, and we'll continue to review our processes around events like this in the future,” he continued.&nbsp;New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said they will not rush Rachin’s comeback.&nbsp;"With a heavy schedule of Test cricket in the next six months, we don't want to rush Rachin back sooner than we need to," he said. "He's in great hands in terms of his rehab, and we look forward to welcoming him back soon."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Rachin has been New Zealand’s brightest prospect across formats. Since making headlines for his whirlwind knock against England in the 2023 ODI World Cup opener, where he smashed an unbeaten 123 during the successful chase, Rachin has built on the momentum. Impressive showings in the remaining two formats made him a key member of New Zealand’s core.&nbsp;India will tour New Zealand for five T20Is, as many ODIs and two Tests.&nbsp;

Rachin Ravindra faces a race against time for the India T20Is after suffering a 'freak' shoulder injury during a promotional shoot. Get the latest update.

In a massive blow to New Zealand, all-rounder Rachin Ravindra suffered a ‘freak injury’ during a promotional shoot in Auckland earlier this week. The left-handed batter dislocated his shoulder after landing awkwardly on the safety mat while attempting a diving catch during filming. Rachin underwent initial assessments on Friday, with medical specialists clearing him of any major structural damage. Although the NZC statement on the subject did not mention how long Rachin would be out of action, it said that his return would be determined by ‘his progress during the first few weeks of his rehabilitation.’ New Zealand will host India for a full tour, starting with five T20Is late next month. With the T20I squad set to be announced next week, the NZC said it was unclear if Rachin will feature in the marquee series. Also read| Fast bowler Brydon Carse faces no charges over Derby nightclub incident "It was a really unfortunate injury," New Zealand performance manager Mike Sandle said. "We're gutted for Rachin and our key priority is making sure he recovers well and gets back on the field as soon as he can. "As with all commercial shoots involving our players, the activities were agreed in advance by all parties, with appropriate safety measures in place. It was a bit of a freak accident, and we'll continue to review our processes around events like this in the future,” he continued. New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said they will not rush Rachin’s comeback. "With a heavy schedule of Test cricket in the next six months, we don't want to rush Rachin back sooner than we need to," he said. "He's in great hands in terms of his rehab, and we look forward to welcoming him back soon." Meanwhile, Rachin has been New Zealand’s brightest prospect across formats. Since making headlines for his whirlwind knock against England in the 2023 ODI World Cup opener, where he smashed an unbeaten 123 during the successful chase, Rachin has built on the momentum. Impressive showings in the remaining two formats made him a key member of New Zealand’s core. India will tour New Zealand for five T20Is, as many ODIs and two Tests.

Rachin Ravindra faces a race against time for the India T20Is after suffering a 'freak' shoulder injury during a promotional shoot. Get the latest update.

Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India T20Is after suffering 'freak injury' during promo shoot

England fast bowler Brydon Carse will not face any charges in the Derby nightclub incident after the police dropped their probe into an alleged assault that took place last month. Videos surfaced on social media showing the Ashes participant in handcuffs after being arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in the early hours of August 23. Carse was de-arrested soon after.&nbsp;The incident occurred after Carse was released from England's squad for the first Test against Pakistan in Leeds, which England lost by an innings and 103 runs, to play for Durham against Derbyshire. The ECB selectors dropped Carse from the remainder of the series, after which the Derbyshire Police confirmed it was looking into allegations of assault. Later, Carse was also omitted from the T20I and ODI squads for the home series against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jos-buttler-creates-history-as-first-batter-to-reach-15-000-t20-runs-1789725058738">Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the police enquiry concluded that the alleged victim did not want to make any complaints against Carse, and thus, no further action was taken.&nbsp;"An investigation into reports of an assault in Derby city centre has been closed,” a Police statement released on Friday (Sep 18) read. "Officers attended Molly Malones in the Wardwick, Derby, in the early hours of Sunday, 23 August.&nbsp;"A man was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and was then de-arrested after his details were taken by officers."&nbsp;The Cricket Regulator, which also investigated former England Test captain Ben Stokes and paceman Gus Atkinson over a nightclub brawl in London after the conclusion of the first Test against New Zealand, will now investigate Carse over the matter.&nbsp;Reappointed England Test captain Joe Root said he was ‘hacked off’ while addressing the situation ahead of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s.&nbsp;Earlier, last week, England’s white-ball coach Brendon McCullum said that Carse needed to ‘get his house in order’, after which the ECB said Carse must ‘work through the issues that led to the Derby incident and take time for a proper reset’.

Derbyshire Police have dropped their probe into England fast bowler Brydon Carse following a Derby nightclub incident. Carse faces no charges but now awaits a Cricket Regulator review.

England fast bowler Brydon Carse will not face any charges in the Derby nightclub incident after the police dropped their probe into an alleged assault that took place last month. Videos surfaced on social media showing the Ashes participant in handcuffs after being arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in the early hours of August 23. Carse was de-arrested soon after. The incident occurred after Carse was released from England's squad for the first Test against Pakistan in Leeds, which England lost by an innings and 103 runs, to play for Durham against Derbyshire. The ECB selectors dropped Carse from the remainder of the series, after which the Derbyshire Police confirmed it was looking into allegations of assault. Later, Carse was also omitted from the T20I and ODI squads for the home series against Sri Lanka. Also read| Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs Meanwhile, the police enquiry concluded that the alleged victim did not want to make any complaints against Carse, and thus, no further action was taken. "An investigation into reports of an assault in Derby city centre has been closed,” a Police statement released on Friday (Sep 18) read. "Officers attended Molly Malones in the Wardwick, Derby, in the early hours of Sunday, 23 August. "A man was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and was then de-arrested after his details were taken by officers." The Cricket Regulator, which also investigated former England Test captain Ben Stokes and paceman Gus Atkinson over a nightclub brawl in London after the conclusion of the first Test against New Zealand, will now investigate Carse over the matter. Reappointed England Test captain Joe Root said he was ‘hacked off’ while addressing the situation ahead of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s. Earlier, last week, England’s white-ball coach Brendon McCullum said that Carse needed to ‘get his house in order’, after which the ECB said Carse must ‘work through the issues that led to the Derby incident and take time for a proper reset’.

Derbyshire Police have dropped their probe into England fast bowler Brydon Carse following a Derby nightclub incident. Carse faces no charges but now awaits a Cricket Regulator review.

Ajit Agarkar is set to step down as chairman of the BCCI’s senior men’s selection committee after his current term concludes on Oct 4, according to media reports. Agarkar became India’s chief selector in 2023 and was involved in several major selection decisions during his time as chairman.&nbsp;“Agarkar has formally informed the BCCI just before the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that he doesn’t wish to continue as a selector after his term ends on October 4,” a BCCI office-bearer told The Hindu publication.&nbsp;Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel is reportedly one of the names being considered as his replacement.&nbsp;Hindustan Times also reported that the BCCI has started looking for a new chief selector after receiving communication from Agarkar.&nbsp;“In his communication, Agarkar has cited his previous discussions with the board in February, when he had first alerted top decision makers to look for alternatives at the end of his current term,” a BCCI official told HT.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cristiano-ronaldo-returns-to-portugal-squad-for-nations-league-under-new-coach-1789736820269">Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach</a><h3>BCCI office-bearers to decide on Agarkar’s future</h3>Agarkar’s decision came hours after PTI reported that BCCI member units had authorised the board’s office-bearers to decide whether to extend his tenure or appoint a replacement.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-cannot-bowl-10-overs-gautam-gambhir-reveals-clear-plan-for-hardik-pandya-s-india-return-1789734043605">'He cannot bowl..;': Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return</a>&nbsp;With Agarkar’s contract set to end on Oct 4, he has been in focus as the BCCI considers its options regarding the senior selection committee.&nbsp;“The office bearers have been authorised to take decisions on the matters concerning the selection committees,” a senior BCCI official said after the meeting.&nbsp;Apart from deciding on the chairman of the senior selection committee, the BCCI is also looking to fill all five positions in the junior selection committee.

As chairman of the selection committee, Agarkar was involved in several important selection calls and major decisions concerning India’s squad across formats.

Ajit Agarkar is set to step down as chairman of the BCCI’s senior men’s selection committee after his current term concludes on Oct 4, according to media reports. Agarkar became India’s chief selector in 2023 and was involved in several major selection decisions during his time as chairman. “Agarkar has formally informed the BCCI just before the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that he doesn’t wish to continue as a selector after his term ends on October 4,” a BCCI office-bearer told The Hindu publication. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel is reportedly one of the names being considered as his replacement. Hindustan Times also reported that the BCCI has started looking for a new chief selector after receiving communication from Agarkar. “In his communication, Agarkar has cited his previous discussions with the board in February, when he had first alerted top decision makers to look for alternatives at the end of his current term,” a BCCI official told HT. Also Read - Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Portugal squad for Nations League under new coach BCCI office-bearers to decide on Agarkar’s future Agarkar’s decision came hours after PTI reported that BCCI member units had authorised the board’s office-bearers to decide whether to extend his tenure or appoint a replacement. Also Read - 'He cannot bowl..;': Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return With Agarkar’s contract set to end on Oct 4, he has been in focus as the BCCI considers its options regarding the senior selection committee. “The office bearers have been authorised to take decisions on the matters concerning the selection committees,” a senior BCCI official said after the meeting. Apart from deciding on the chairman of the senior selection committee, the BCCI is also looking to fill all five positions in the junior selection committee.

As chairman of the selection committee, Agarkar was involved in several important selection calls and major decisions concerning India’s squad across formats.

Ajit Agarkar wants to quit as chief selector, informs BCCI

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries. This list also includes Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries. This list also includes Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson

Indian men’s team head coach Gautam Gambhir said on Thursday that Hardik Pandya is currently not fit enough to bowl ten overs in an ODI, adding that India does not want to rush the all-rounder back into international cricket as he has played very little competitive cricket in the last four months. Pandya remains an important part of India’s limited-overs setup but has regularly been managed due to fitness issues and workload concerns.&nbsp;Gambhir indicated that once Pandya becomes fully fit to bowl, India could potentially play both him and young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the same XI.&nbsp;“Hardik Pandya can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment. We don’t want to rush him into international cricket. When he is fit, there is a possibility of both he and Nitish playing,” Gambhir said at the post-match press conference.&nbsp;India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in the third T20I to complete a 3-0 series sweep.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jos-buttler-creates-history-as-first-batter-to-reach-15-000-t20-runs-1789725058738">Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs</a> &nbsp;Gambhir’s comments suggest that Pandya’s return will depend largely on his ability to contribute with the ball as a genuine all-rounder, rather than being picked only for his batting.&nbsp;Pandya was named in the India A squad for the one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, subject to a final fitness assessment by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence.&nbsp;He has not played competitive cricket since IPL 2026 due to a series of injuries and was selected for India’s ODI series against Afghanistan in June but suffered a leg injury before the matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-north-korean-anthem-plays-during-south-korea-hockey-match-1789728476565">Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match</a>&nbsp;Earlier, he had missed four games for Mumbai Indians due to back spasms and was undergoing conditioning work at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence when he suffered another setback. &nbsp;The 32-year-old is expected to undergo a fitness test next week. While he is likely to be cleared, the selectors remain cautious about rushing him back, given his importance to India’s balance in the 50-over format.

Coach Gautam Gambhir said that Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy could play together for India once Pandya regains full fitness and is able to bowl regularly.

Indian men’s team head coach Gautam Gambhir said on Thursday that Hardik Pandya is currently not fit enough to bowl ten overs in an ODI, adding that India does not want to rush the all-rounder back into international cricket as he has played very little competitive cricket in the last four months. Pandya remains an important part of India’s limited-overs setup but has regularly been managed due to fitness issues and workload concerns. Gambhir indicated that once Pandya becomes fully fit to bowl, India could potentially play both him and young all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in the same XI. “Hardik Pandya can’t bowl 10 overs at the moment. We don’t want to rush him into international cricket. When he is fit, there is a possibility of both he and Nitish playing,” Gambhir said at the post-match press conference. India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in the third T20I to complete a 3-0 series sweep. Also Read - Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs Gambhir’s comments suggest that Pandya’s return will depend largely on his ability to contribute with the ball as a genuine all-rounder, rather than being picked only for his batting. Pandya was named in the India A squad for the one-day series against Australia A in Puducherry, subject to a final fitness assessment by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. He has not played competitive cricket since IPL 2026 due to a series of injuries and was selected for India’s ODI series against Afghanistan in June but suffered a leg injury before the matches. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: North Korean anthem plays during South Korea hockey match Earlier, he had missed four games for Mumbai Indians due to back spasms and was undergoing conditioning work at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence when he suffered another setback. The 32-year-old is expected to undergo a fitness test next week. While he is likely to be cleared, the selectors remain cautious about rushing him back, given his importance to India’s balance in the 50-over format.

Coach Gautam Gambhir said that Hardik Pandya and Nitish Kumar Reddy could play together for India once Pandya regains full fitness and is able to bowl regularly.

'He cannot bowl...': Gautam Gambhir reveals clear plan for Hardik Pandya's India return

From Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton to Sikandar Raza, here's a look at the top five batters to score fastest T20I hundreds. This list also includes Sahil Chauhan, Muhammad Fahad and Abhishek Sharma

From Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton to Sikandar Raza, here's a look at the top five batters to score fastest T20I hundreds. This list also includes Sahil Chauhan, Muhammad Fahad and Abhishek Sharma.

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler made history on Thursday (Sep 17) by becoming the first batter to score 15,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 36-year-old reached the milestone during England’s second T20I against Sri Lanka and also went past West Indies great Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket.&nbsp;The England star reached 15,000 runs in his 528th T20 match and has scored the runs at an average of 35.46 and a strike rate of 147.46, including nine centuries and 107 fifties.&nbsp;Buttler has played T20 cricket for several teams and franchises, including England, Lancashire, Manchester Originals, Manchester Super Giants, Gujarat Titans, Somerset, Paarl Royals, Mumbai Indians, Sydney Thunder, Comilla Victorians, Durban’s Super Giants, Melbourne Renegades and England Lions. &nbsp;He moved ahead of Pollard, who finished his T20 career with 14,999 runs from 754 matches at an average of 31.71.&nbsp;Buttler completed the landmark with a single off Eshan Malinga in the fifth over of England’s chase.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-shafali-stars-as-india-thump-japan-by-8-wickets-to-book-semis-berth-1789720788288">Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth</a><h3>England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I</h3>England went on to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets at Sophia Gardens, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.&nbsp;&nbsp;After restricting Sri Lanka to 145/9 in 20 overs, England reached the target in just 12.1 overs, finishing on 146/4. The win also extended England’s winning streak against Sri Lanka in T20Is to 14 matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-from-transport-to-accomodation-athletes-face-multiple-issues-at-aichi-nayoga-1789714040001">Asian Games 2026: Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya</a>&nbsp;The third and final T20I will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday, with England already secured the series.

Jos Buttler etched his name in the history books on Thursday (Sept 17) by becoming the first player in the world to reach 15,000 runs in T20 cricket.

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler made history on Thursday (Sep 17) by becoming the first batter to score 15,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 36-year-old reached the milestone during England’s second T20I against Sri Lanka and also went past West Indies great Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket. The England star reached 15,000 runs in his 528th T20 match and has scored the runs at an average of 35.46 and a strike rate of 147.46, including nine centuries and 107 fifties. Buttler has played T20 cricket for several teams and franchises, including England, Lancashire, Manchester Originals, Manchester Super Giants, Gujarat Titans, Somerset, Paarl Royals, Mumbai Indians, Sydney Thunder, Comilla Victorians, Durban’s Super Giants, Melbourne Renegades and England Lions. He moved ahead of Pollard, who finished his T20 career with 14,999 runs from 754 matches at an average of 31.71. Buttler completed the landmark with a single off Eshan Malinga in the fifth over of England’s chase. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth England vs Sri Lanka, 2nd T20I England went on to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets at Sophia Gardens, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. After restricting Sri Lanka to 145/9 in 20 overs, England reached the target in just 12.1 overs, finishing on 146/4. The win also extended England’s winning streak against Sri Lanka in T20Is to 14 matches. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya The third and final T20I will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday, with England already secured the series.

Jos Buttler etched his name in the history books on Thursday (Sept 17) by becoming the first player in the world to reach 15,000 runs in T20 cricket.

Jos Buttler creates history as first batter to reach 15,000 T20 runs

India women's cricket team started their Asian Games 2026 campaign with a thumping eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday (Sep 18) in the quarter-final in Nagoya. The Asia Cup champs made light work of the 58-run target and raced to it with one over left in the powerplay itself. Shafali Verma, Player of the Series (POTS) of the recently concluded Women's Asia Cup 2026, scored an unbeaten 40 off just 15 balls as India won with 90 balls remaining. The defending gold medalists now face Bangladesh in the semi-final on Sunday (Sep 20).<h2>India-W thrash Japan-W in Asian Games 2026 quarter-final</h2>Batting first, Japan went through the powerplay of the first six overs without losing a wicket but scoring only 24 runs. Shree Charani broke the opening partnership by dismissing Haruna Iwasaki (10) and then removed skipper Mai Yanagida (0) on the very next ball for a golden duck. Things started going downhill pretty fast for Japan from thereon.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-from-transport-to-accomodation-athletes-face-multiple-issues-at-aichi-nayoga-1789714040001">Asian Games 2026: From transport to accommodation- Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya</a>Erika Oda (5) was the next wicket to fall, taken by Shafali Verma, before Shree Charani dismissed the other opener Ayaka Kano-Stafford (25). Shafali then dismissed Shimako Kato for her second wicket, and Japan was 51/5 from being 24/0. The hosts lost their next five wickets for seven runs, with Shree Charani taking another wicket to return bowling figures of 4/10 in four overs with two maidens. Apart from her, Shafali took 2/13, while Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil picked up one wicket each.<h2>Shafali lights up India chase</h2>Chasing the below-par target, Shafali hit 17 runs in the opening over, taking care of more than one-fourth of the target in the first six balls. Her new opening partner Kamalini Gnanavel, however, could not make use of the opportunity and was dismissed for a two-ball duck. Bharti Fulmali also failed to grab her chance and was dismissed for 6 (7 balls) as India fell to 24/2 from 17/0. Shafali then took charge with Richa Ghosh (unbeaten 12 runs off 6 balls) as India romped home at the completion of the five-over mark.

India women's cricket team thrashed Japan by eight wickets in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final. Shafali Verma's unbeaten 40 off 15 balls chased down 58 easily to setup a semi-final against Bangladesh.

India women's cricket team started their Asian Games 2026 campaign with a thumping eight-wicket win over hosts Japan on Friday (Sep 18) in the quarter-final in Nagoya. The Asia Cup champs made light work of the 58-run target and raced to it with one over left in the powerplay itself. Shafali Verma, Player of the Series (POTS) of the recently concluded Women's Asia Cup 2026, scored an unbeaten 40 off just 15 balls as India won with 90 balls remaining. The defending gold medalists now face Bangladesh in the semi-final on Sunday (Sep 20). India-W thrash Japan-W in Asian Games 2026 quarter-final Batting first, Japan went through the powerplay of the first six overs without losing a wicket but scoring only 24 runs. Shree Charani broke the opening partnership by dismissing Haruna Iwasaki (10) and then removed skipper Mai Yanagida (0) on the very next ball for a golden duck. Things started going downhill pretty fast for Japan from thereon. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: From transport to accommodation- Athletes face multiple issues at Aichi-Nagoya Erika Oda (5) was the next wicket to fall, taken by Shafali Verma, before Shree Charani dismissed the other opener Ayaka Kano-Stafford (25). Shafali then dismissed Shimako Kato for her second wicket, and Japan was 51/5 from being 24/0. The hosts lost their next five wickets for seven runs, with Shree Charani taking another wicket to return bowling figures of 4/10 in four overs with two maidens. Apart from her, Shafali took 2/13, while Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil picked up one wicket each. Shafali lights up India chase Chasing the below-par target, Shafali hit 17 runs in the opening over, taking care of more than one-fourth of the target in the first six balls. Her new opening partner Kamalini Gnanavel, however, could not make use of the opportunity and was dismissed for a two-ball duck. Bharti Fulmali also failed to grab her chance and was dismissed for 6 (7 balls) as India fell to 24/2 from 17/0. Shafali then took charge with Richa Ghosh (unbeaten 12 runs off 6 balls) as India romped home at the completion of the five-over mark.

India women's cricket team thrashed Japan by eight wickets in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final. Shafali Verma's unbeaten 40 off 15 balls chased down 58 easily to setup a semi-final against Bangladesh.

Asian Games 2026: Shafali stars as India thump Japan by 8 wickets to book semis berth

English county club Leicestershire, which is playing in Division 1 after an exile of 22 years, is once again looking at being relegated. The club finds itself in a dire situation after being handed a deduction of 27 points for a 'poor pitch' during their match against Glamorgan in August. The decision to penalize was taken by the independent Cricket Discipline Panel (CDP) during their ongoing penultimate match of the season against Hampshire. A loss in the match would confirm Leicestershire's relegation to Division 2 for the next county season. The club's head groundsman Callum Lewin, meanwhile, has blamed "unscheduled filming of a Bollywood movie" as the reason for the pitch not being up to par. Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly's biopic Dada is the movie which was shot at the ground.<h2>English county club on the brink of relegation because of "Dada"</h2>In the match, Leicestershire batted first and scored only 151 runs in the first innings, while Glamorgan managed only 152 in their first innings. The scores were slightly better in the second innings as Leicestershire scored 257 to set a target of 257 for Glamorgan, but the visitors could manage only 214 runs and lost the match by 42 runs.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-will-always-be-ahead-india-coach-gambhir-says-sooryavanshi-won-t-walk-into-team-ahead-of-samson-1789702779379">'He will always be ahead': India coach Gambhir says Sooryavanshi won't walk into team ahead of Samson</a>After the match, Glamorgan admitted conditions were "tough" for batters, while home side coach Alfonso Thomas acknowledged the pitch was "a bit drier than what we wanted" in comparison to their innings victory against Yorkshire in June.The match referee reported the pitch as "poor" in his report, and head groundsman Lewin, in an interview with the Cricket Regulator before the CDP hearing, cited "circumstances leading up to the game that were just out of my control" which included an "unscheduled Bollywood filming event" four days prior to the match. The movie was shot only for a day at the Uptonsteel Grace Road."We have come across reports concerning the shoot of Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story in Leicestershire. We would like to clarify that the shoot was duly planned and carried out with all requisite permissions and protocols in place. We are not aware of any incident or issue arising in relation to the shoot," said LUV Films in a statement as reported by Sports Now.<h2>What next for Leicestershire?</h2>After being penalized 19 points from the win for a poor pitch and an additional eight points along with a £5,000 fine, a further eight-point deduction, which is suspended for a year, has also been handed to the club. The points deduction means they are now at the bottom of the points table, and a loss against Hampshire in their ongoing match would see them relegated to Division 2.&nbsp;In response, <a href="https://leicestershireccc.co.uk/news/club-statement-glamorgan-pitch">Leicestershire also issued a statement</a> which read: “Having received the Panel’s decision, the Club is reviewing its position and considering all available options.”

Leicestershire faces County Championship Division 1 relegation after a 27-point penalty for a poor pitch against Glamorgan. Groundsman Callum Lewin blamed unscheduled filming for Sourav Ganguly's biopic.

English county club Leicestershire, which is playing in Division 1 after an exile of 22 years, is once again looking at being relegated. The club finds itself in a dire situation after being handed a deduction of 27 points for a 'poor pitch' during their match against Glamorgan in August. The decision to penalize was taken by the independent Cricket Discipline Panel (CDP) during their ongoing penultimate match of the season against Hampshire. A loss in the match would confirm Leicestershire's relegation to Division 2 for the next county season. The club's head groundsman Callum Lewin, meanwhile, has blamed "unscheduled filming of a Bollywood movie" as the reason for the pitch not being up to par. Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly's biopic Dada is the movie which was shot at the ground. English county club on the brink of relegation because of "Dada" In the match, Leicestershire batted first and scored only 151 runs in the first innings, while Glamorgan managed only 152 in their first innings. The scores were slightly better in the second innings as Leicestershire scored 257 to set a target of 257 for Glamorgan, but the visitors could manage only 214 runs and lost the match by 42 runs. Also Read - 'He will always be ahead': India coach Gambhir says Sooryavanshi won't walk into team ahead of Samson After the match, Glamorgan admitted conditions were "tough" for batters, while home side coach Alfonso Thomas acknowledged the pitch was "a bit drier than what we wanted" in comparison to their innings victory against Yorkshire in June. The match referee reported the pitch as "poor" in his report, and head groundsman Lewin, in an interview with the Cricket Regulator before the CDP hearing, cited "circumstances leading up to the game that were just out of my control" which included an "unscheduled Bollywood filming event" four days prior to the match. The movie was shot only for a day at the Uptonsteel Grace Road. "We have come across reports concerning the shoot of Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story in Leicestershire. We would like to clarify that the shoot was duly planned and carried out with all requisite permissions and protocols in place. We are not aware of any incident or issue arising in relation to the shoot," said LUV Films in a statement as reported by Sports Now. What next for Leicestershire? After being penalized 19 points from the win for a poor pitch and an additional eight points along with a £5,000 fine, a further eight-point deduction, which is suspended for a year, has also been handed to the club. The points deduction means they are now at the bottom of the points table, and a loss against Hampshire in their ongoing match would see them relegated to Division 2. In response, Leicestershire also issued a statement which read: “Having received the Panel’s decision, the Club is reviewing its position and considering all available options.”

Leicestershire faces County Championship Division 1 relegation after a 27-point penalty for a poor pitch against Glamorgan. Groundsman Callum Lewin blamed unscheduled filming for Sourav Ganguly's biopic.

England county club Leicestershire staring at relegation after 27-point penalty because of 'Dada' shoot

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has made it clear that teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his opportunity to get in the playing XI. Gambhir's comments came after India won the third and final T20I against Afghanistan on Thursday (Sep 17) to complete the 3-0 whitewash. There was speculation that Sooryavanshi, 15, might play ahead of Sanju Samson in the final T20I, but Gambhir stayed with the tried and tested opening pair of Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Gambhir's decision paid off as both players scored two fifty-plus scores in three matches.<h2>Gambhir confirms Sooryavanshi will not walk into the team ahead of Samson</h2>"From Vaibhav’s point of view, it was again a very clear conversation that he has to wait for his opportunity. We know the kind of talent he has. We know what he can do, but again, someone who’s done extremely well over a period of two years (Sanju Samson), obviously, he will always be ahead of someone who’s just walked into the team. So, whenever he gets that run, he will get a longer run as well, and that is what Indian cricket is all about. You want competition, you want that talent in the dressing room, but sometimes that’s how cricket goes, whether you’re a 15-year-old or a 30-year-old. When you have to wait for your opportunity, you have to wait for your opportunity," Gambhir said at the post-match presentation.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-afg-abhishek-sharma-scripts-history-surpasses-rohit-sharma-for-fastest-indian-t20i-ton-1789655941283">Abhishek Sharma surpasses Rohit Sharma for fastest Indian T20I ton</a><h2>How has Sooryavanshi performed in T20Is?</h2>The 15-year-old became India's youngest debutant two months ago in England when Samson was dropped after the first two matches of the five-match series. He managed 42 runs in the three games he got. In the next series against Zimbabwe, Sooryavanshi played all three matches and scored 151 runs at an average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 196.10.Gambhir, however, turned back to Samson, who helped India retain the T20 World Cup title earlier this year, for the Afghanistan series.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must wait his turn as Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma remain the primary T20I openers following a 3-0 series win over Afghanistan.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has made it clear that teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his opportunity to get in the playing XI. Gambhir's comments came after India won the third and final T20I against Afghanistan on Thursday (Sep 17) to complete the 3-0 whitewash. There was speculation that Sooryavanshi, 15, might play ahead of Sanju Samson in the final T20I, but Gambhir stayed with the tried and tested opening pair of Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Gambhir's decision paid off as both players scored two fifty-plus scores in three matches. Gambhir confirms Sooryavanshi will not walk into the team ahead of Samson "From Vaibhav’s point of view, it was again a very clear conversation that he has to wait for his opportunity. We know the kind of talent he has. We know what he can do, but again, someone who’s done extremely well over a period of two years (Sanju Samson), obviously, he will always be ahead of someone who’s just walked into the team. So, whenever he gets that run, he will get a longer run as well, and that is what Indian cricket is all about. You want competition, you want that talent in the dressing room, but sometimes that’s how cricket goes, whether you’re a 15-year-old or a 30-year-old. When you have to wait for your opportunity, you have to wait for your opportunity," Gambhir said at the post-match presentation. Also Read - Abhishek Sharma surpasses Rohit Sharma for fastest Indian T20I ton How has Sooryavanshi performed in T20Is? The 15-year-old became India's youngest debutant two months ago in England when Samson was dropped after the first two matches of the five-match series. He managed 42 runs in the three games he got. In the next series against Zimbabwe, Sooryavanshi played all three matches and scored 151 runs at an average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 196.10. Gambhir, however, turned back to Samson, who helped India retain the T20 World Cup title earlier this year, for the Afghanistan series.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must wait his turn as Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma remain the primary T20I openers following a 3-0 series win over Afghanistan.

'He will always be ahead': India coach Gambhir says Sooryavanshi won't walk into team ahead of Samson

India completed a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Afghanistan after securing a convincing 127-run win in the third and final match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday (Sep 17). Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking century set up the victory, while Ravi Bishnoi and Nitish Kumar Reddy took three wickets each as Afghanistan were bowled out for 94 in 14.1 overs.&nbsp;Batting first, India posted 221 for seven. Abhishek started aggressively, smashing 16 runs off Azmatullah Omarzai before taking 22 off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the next over. He reached his fifty from just 16 balls as India raced to 85 without loss in the powerplay.&nbsp;Continuing his explosive knock, Abhishek smashed a 30-ball century to become the fastest Indian to score a hundred in T20Is, surpassing Rohit Sharma’s 35-ball record. Rashid Khan eventually ended his innings at 108 off 34 balls, with the knock featuring nine fours and 11 sixes.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-afg-abhishek-sharma-scripts-history-surpasses-rohit-sharma-for-fastest-indian-t20i-ton-1789655941283">Abhishek Sharma surpasses Rohit Sharma for fastest Indian T20I ton</a>&nbsp;Sanju Samson also played a key role, scoring 50 off 35 balls and reaching 9,000 runs in T20 cricket. Shreyas Iyer added 29, while Shivam Dube scored 14 as India crossed 200 before finishing on 221 for seven.&nbsp;Afghanistan began the chase aggressively but quickly lost momentum as wickets fell. Axar Patel removed Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal, while Jasprit Bumrah and Yash Thakur also chipped in with wickets.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ind-vs-afg-5-records-abhishek-sharma-broke-during-his-108-run-knock-against-afghanistan-1789661249186">5 records Abhishek Sharma broke during his 108-run knock against Afghanistan</a>&nbsp;Bishnoi and Reddy then cleaned up the lower order. Reddy claimed three wickets in one over, while Bishnoi removed Rashid Khan and Abdullah Ahmadzai to bowl Afghanistan out for 94.&nbsp;The defeat was Afghanistan’s heaviest in T20Is, while 94 became their lowest total against India in the format.

Abhishek Sharma smashed a record-breaking 30-ball century as India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in Delhi to complete a 3-0 T20I series sweep before their departure for the Asian Games in Nagoya.

India completed a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Afghanistan after securing a convincing 127-run win in the third and final match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday (Sep 17). Abhishek Sharma’s record-breaking century set up the victory, while Ravi Bishnoi and Nitish Kumar Reddy took three wickets each as Afghanistan were bowled out for 94 in 14.1 overs. Batting first, India posted 221 for seven. Abhishek started aggressively, smashing 16 runs off Azmatullah Omarzai before taking 22 off Fazalhaq Farooqi in the next over. He reached his fifty from just 16 balls as India raced to 85 without loss in the powerplay. Continuing his explosive knock, Abhishek smashed a 30-ball century to become the fastest Indian to score a hundred in T20Is, surpassing Rohit Sharma’s 35-ball record. Rashid Khan eventually ended his innings at 108 off 34 balls, with the knock featuring nine fours and 11 sixes. Also Read - Abhishek Sharma surpasses Rohit Sharma for fastest Indian T20I ton Sanju Samson also played a key role, scoring 50 off 35 balls and reaching 9,000 runs in T20 cricket. Shreyas Iyer added 29, while Shivam Dube scored 14 as India crossed 200 before finishing on 221 for seven. Afghanistan began the chase aggressively but quickly lost momentum as wickets fell. Axar Patel removed Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal, while Jasprit Bumrah and Yash Thakur also chipped in with wickets. Also Check - 5 records Abhishek Sharma broke during his 108-run knock against Afghanistan Bishnoi and Reddy then cleaned up the lower order. Reddy claimed three wickets in one over, while Bishnoi removed Rashid Khan and Abdullah Ahmadzai to bowl Afghanistan out for 94. The defeat was Afghanistan’s heaviest in T20Is, while 94 became their lowest total against India in the format.

Abhishek Sharma smashed a record-breaking 30-ball century as India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in Delhi to complete a 3-0 T20I series sweep before their departure for the Asian Games in Nagoya.

IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I: India complete 3-0 sweep as Abhishek smashes record 30-ball century

Abhishek Sharma smashed 108 off 34 balls against Afghanistan in the third T20I on Thursday (Sep 17), breaking several records during his explosive innings. Here are the top five milestones from his knock.

Abhishek Sharma smashed 108 off 34 balls against Afghanistan in the third T20I on Thursday (Sep 17), breaking several records during his explosive innings. Here are the top five milestones from his knock.

5 records Abhishek Sharma broke during his 108-run knock against Afghanistan

Abhishek Sharma created history on Thursday (Sept 17) by smashing the fastest century by an Indian batter in men’s T20Is. He reached his hundred in just 30 balls against Afghanistan in the third T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, surpassing Rohit Sharma’s previous record of a 35-ball century against Sri Lanka in Indore in 2017.&nbsp;&nbsp;After taking a few deliveries to settle in, Abhishek opened his account with a four through extra cover and soon shifted into top gear.&nbsp;He attacked Azmatullah Omarzai in the second over, pulling a delivery over deep square leg for a six before stepping out of his crease to hit another maximum over sweeper cover.&nbsp;Farooqi was then put under more pressure as Abhishek took on the short balls and guided one delivery over fine leg and followed it with a straight six down the ground.&nbsp;In the fifth over, Abhishek took on Mohammad Nabi, hitting two sixes and a four to bring up his fifty in just 14 balls and continued his aggressive approach against Afghanistan’s key bowlers, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/laura-wolvaardt-sets-new-world-record-for-most-wt20i-runs-in-a-year-1789639108819">Laura Wolvaardt sets new world record for most WT20I runs in a year</a>&nbsp;Abhishek struck Rashid for back-to-back boundaries in the eighth over before hitting Mujeeb for two sixes in the ninth.&nbsp;He moved to 99 with a massive six off Abdullah Ahmadzai and then took a single to complete his century from just 30 balls.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asian-games-2026-nitish-reddy-withdraws-vipraj-nigam-replaces-chakaravarthy-1789648144284">Asian Games 2026: Nitish Reddy withdraws, Vipraj Nigam replaces Chakaravarthy</a>&nbsp;Abhishek’s spectacular knock ended on 108 when he edged Rashid Khan to wicketkeeper Rahmanullah Gurbaz, with a review confirming the dismissal.<h3>Fastest T20I centuries by Indian men’s cricketers</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Player</th><th>Balls</th><th>Match</th><th>Venue</th><th>Date</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Abhishek Sharma</td><td>30</td><td>India vs Afghanistan</td><td>New Delhi</td><td>17/09/2026</td></tr><tr><td>Rohit Sharma</td><td>35</td><td>India vs Sri Lanka</td><td>Indore</td><td>22/12/2017</td></tr><tr><td>Abhishek Sharma</td><td>37</td><td>India vs England</td><td>Wankhede</td><td>02/02/2025</td></tr><tr><td>Sanju Samson</td><td>40</td><td>India vs Bangladesh</td><td>Hyderabad</td><td>12/10/2024</td></tr><tr><td>Tilak Varma</td><td>41</td><td>India vs South Africa</td><td>Johannesburg</td><td>15/11/2024</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest T20I century by an Indian, reaching his hundred in just 30 balls against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and surpassing Rohit Sharma’s previous record.

Abhishek Sharma created history on Thursday (Sept 17) by smashing the fastest century by an Indian batter in men’s T20Is. He reached his hundred in just 30 balls against Afghanistan in the third T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, surpassing Rohit Sharma’s previous record of a 35-ball century against Sri Lanka in Indore in 2017. After taking a few deliveries to settle in, Abhishek opened his account with a four through extra cover and soon shifted into top gear. He attacked Azmatullah Omarzai in the second over, pulling a delivery over deep square leg for a six before stepping out of his crease to hit another maximum over sweeper cover. Farooqi was then put under more pressure as Abhishek took on the short balls and guided one delivery over fine leg and followed it with a straight six down the ground. In the fifth over, Abhishek took on Mohammad Nabi, hitting two sixes and a four to bring up his fifty in just 14 balls and continued his aggressive approach against Afghanistan’s key bowlers, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman. Also Read - Laura Wolvaardt sets new world record for most WT20I runs in a year Abhishek struck Rashid for back-to-back boundaries in the eighth over before hitting Mujeeb for two sixes in the ninth. He moved to 99 with a massive six off Abdullah Ahmadzai and then took a single to complete his century from just 30 balls. Also Read - Asian Games 2026: Nitish Reddy withdraws, Vipraj Nigam replaces Chakaravarthy Abhishek’s spectacular knock ended on 108 when he edged Rashid Khan to wicketkeeper Rahmanullah Gurbaz, with a review confirming the dismissal. Fastest T20I centuries by Indian men’s cricketers

Abhishek Sharma smashed the fastest T20I century by an Indian, reaching his hundred in just 30 balls against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium and surpassing Rohit Sharma’s previous record.

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From Adam Zampa to Abrar Ahmed, here's a look at the top five bowlers in latest ICC T20I bowling rankings 2026. This list also includes Rashid Khan, Adil Rashid and Varun Chakaravarthy

From Adam Zampa to Abrar Ahmed, here's a look at the top five bowlers in latest ICC T20I bowling rankings 2026. This list also includes Rashid Khan, Adil Rashid and Varun Chakaravarthy

From Abhishek Sharma to Ishan Kishan, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC T20I rankings 2026. This list also includes Phil Salt, Dewald Brevis and Sahibzada Farhan

From Abhishek Sharma to Ishan Kishan, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC T20I rankings 2026. This list also includes Phil Salt, Dewald Brevis and Sahibzada Farhan

Nitish Kumar Reddy will miss the 2026 Asian Games as he has been selected for India’s three-match ODI series against the West Indies. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced India’s squad for the home series on Wednesday, with Nitish included in the 15-member team. The BCCI said Nitish has been withdrawn from the Asian Games squad so he can play in the ODI series against the West Indies. The board also confirmed that Varun Chakaravarthy will miss the Asian Games after suffering an injury.&nbsp;Varun picked up a side strain while bowling in the first T20I of India’s ongoing three-match series against Afghanistan and was ruled out of the final two games on Tuesday.&nbsp;Delhi Capitals all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has been named as Varun’s replacement and will travel to Japan with the Indian team.&nbsp;“Varun Chakaravarthy has been ruled out of the upcoming Japan T20I and the Asian Games owing to a side strain. The Men’s Selection Committee has named Vipraj Nigam as his replacement. Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was originally included in the Asian Games squad, has been withdrawn and will feature in the ODI series against the West Indies,” the BCCI stated in a release.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/portugal-turkey-back-on-f1-calendar-as-fia-reveals-24-race-2027-season-1789644092231">Portugal, Turkey back on F1 calendar as FIA reveals 24-race 2027 season</a><h3>India’s updated squad for the Japan T20I &amp; the Asian Games</h3>Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (VC), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yash Thakur and Vipraj Nigam<h3>Reddy’s ODI record</h3>Nitish made his ODI debut for India against Australia in Perth on 19 Oct, 2025 and has since played six ODIs, scoring 100 runs and taking two wickets.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pak-batter-rizwan-moves-to-court-after-being-questioned-by-cyber-crime-agency-1789618597573">Court rejects Rizwan's petition against being questioned by cyber crime agency</a>&nbsp;He featured in two ODIs against Afghanistan in Jun 2026 under Shubman Gill’s captaincy but did not get an opportunity to bat in either match. With the ball, he took two wickets in the first game of the series at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala.&nbsp;Nitish was added to India’s ODI squad a day after his impressive performance against Afghanistan in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where he took three wickets and was named Player of the Match.

Nitish Kumar Reddy has withdrawn from the Asian Games 2026 squad to play ODIs against the West Indies, while injured Varun Chakravarthy has been replaced by Vipraj Nigam.

Nitish Kumar Reddy will miss the 2026 Asian Games as he has been selected for India’s three-match ODI series against the West Indies. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced India’s squad for the home series on Wednesday, with Nitish included in the 15-member team. The BCCI said Nitish has been withdrawn from the Asian Games squad so he can play in the ODI series against the West Indies. The board also confirmed that Varun Chakaravarthy will miss the Asian Games after suffering an injury. Varun picked up a side strain while bowling in the first T20I of India’s ongoing three-match series against Afghanistan and was ruled out of the final two games on Tuesday. Delhi Capitals all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has been named as Varun’s replacement and will travel to Japan with the Indian team. “Varun Chakaravarthy has been ruled out of the upcoming Japan T20I and the Asian Games owing to a side strain. The Men’s Selection Committee has named Vipraj Nigam as his replacement. Nitish Kumar Reddy, who was originally included in the Asian Games squad, has been withdrawn and will feature in the ODI series against the West Indies,” the BCCI stated in a release. Also Read - Portugal, Turkey back on F1 calendar as FIA reveals 24-race 2027 season India’s updated squad for the Japan T20I & the Asian Games Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (VC), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yash Thakur and Vipraj Nigam Reddy’s ODI record Nitish made his ODI debut for India against Australia in Perth on 19 Oct, 2025 and has since played six ODIs, scoring 100 runs and taking two wickets. Also Read - Court rejects Rizwan's petition against being questioned by cyber crime agency He featured in two ODIs against Afghanistan in Jun 2026 under Shubman Gill’s captaincy but did not get an opportunity to bat in either match. With the ball, he took two wickets in the first game of the series at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. Nitish was added to India’s ODI squad a day after his impressive performance against Afghanistan in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where he took three wickets and was named Player of the Match.

Nitish Kumar Reddy has withdrawn from the Asian Games 2026 squad to play ODIs against the West Indies, while injured Varun Chakravarthy has been replaced by Vipraj Nigam.

Asian Games 2026: Nitish Reddy withdraws, Vipraj Nigam replaces Chakaravarthy

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt made history on Tuesday by becoming the highest run-scorer in women’s T20Is in a calendar year. The right-handed batter has scored 822 runs from 22 WT20I matches in 2026. Wolvaardt crossed the milestone with an unbeaten 126 against Zimbabwe in the third WT20I, surpassing Hong Kong’s Natasha Miles, who had scored 800 runs in 27 matches this year.&nbsp;UAE’s Esha Oza and Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu are next on the list of players with the most WT20I runs in a calendar year.<h2>Batters with most runs in WT20Is in a calendar year</h2><ul><li>&nbsp;Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa) - 815 runs in 22 matches (2026)</li><li>Natasha Miles (Hong Kong) - 800 runs in 27 matches (2026)</li><li>Esha Oza (UAE) - 779 runs in &nbsp;22 matches (2025)</li><li>Chamari Athapaththu (SL) - 720 runs in &nbsp;21 matches (2024)</li><li>Esha Oza (UAE) - 711 runs in &nbsp;20 matches (2024)</li></ul>Wolvaardt’s century also played a key role in South Africa’s 80-run victory over Zimbabwe. With the hundred, she equalled Athapaththu’s record for the most WT20I centuries as captain. Both players now have four centuries each as captains.

Laura Wolvaardt made history on Tuesday by breaking the world record for the most WT20I runs scored in a calendar year.

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt made history on Tuesday by becoming the highest run-scorer in women’s T20Is in a calendar year. The right-handed batter has scored 822 runs from 22 WT20I matches in 2026. Wolvaardt crossed the milestone with an unbeaten 126 against Zimbabwe in the third WT20I, surpassing Hong Kong’s Natasha Miles, who had scored 800 runs in 27 matches this year. UAE’s Esha Oza and Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu are next on the list of players with the most WT20I runs in a calendar year. Batters with most runs in WT20Is in a calendar year Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa) - 815 runs in 22 matches (2026) Natasha Miles (Hong Kong) - 800 runs in 27 matches (2026) Esha Oza (UAE) - 779 runs in 22 matches (2025) Chamari Athapaththu (SL) - 720 runs in 21 matches (2024) Esha Oza (UAE) - 711 runs in 20 matches (2024) Wolvaardt’s century also played a key role in South Africa’s 80-run victory over Zimbabwe. With the hundred, she equalled Athapaththu’s record for the most WT20I centuries as captain. Both players now have four centuries each as captains.

Laura Wolvaardt made history on Tuesday by breaking the world record for the most WT20I runs scored in a calendar year.

UPDATE: Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan's writ petition against being question by the country's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has been rejected by Lahore High Court on Thursday (Sep 17). The court has also directed the player to answer the questions asked by the agency.&nbsp;Rizwan had filed a writ petition in the Lahore High Court against being summoned by Pakistan's NCCIA in the aftermath of the Lord's Test overhaul after a loss to England. Rizwan was one of seven players who were abruptly dropped from the squad along with Imam-ul-Haq, who was also questioned by the NCCIA. The players were questioned last week post the tour, which ended in a 0-3 whitewash. The NCCIA, according to Cricinfo, was given a questionnaire to be filled by the September 15 deadline. While Imam sent it back after filling it, Rizwan chose to file the petition on Monday (Sep 14).<h2>Rizwan goes to court against being questioned by Pakistan's cyber crime agency</h2>Rizwan, as reported by Cricinfo, moved to the court against being questioned, citing a lack of allegations and also questioning the NCCIA's jurisdiction for summoning him. The questionnaire included the players' travel and financial histories along with their personal and career details.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-squad-west-indies-2026-odi-t20i-auqib-nabi-mayank-yadav-1789573587522">Auqib Nabi earns maiden ODI call-up; Mayank returns for WI T20Is| check squads</a>"Why was I called by the NCCIA?" Rizwan asked in his letter, as reported by Pakistan-based news outlet The News.It is not clear at the moment whether the questioning is part of the PCB's inquiry which it had announced last week, when the board had said that it "initiated an internal disciplinary inquiry following media reports concerning discipline and conduct, which are currently being reviewed internally"."We have had a discussion to ascertain the reasons behind it. They include factors beyond performance and we will get to the bottom of it," PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had also said.<h2>What brought the inquiry upon the Pak players?</h2>The drama started after Pakistan's loss in the second Test by 194 runs after losing the first Test by an innings and 103 runs. Imam, who was named in the second Test playing XI, did not bat because of a calf tear but was accused of faking an injury. Rizwan, who returned scores of 12, 41, 7, and 1 across four innings, was also criticised for his shot selection.Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed, in an interview with local broadcaster Geo TV at the time, had said that "the message we're sending to the recalled players is that you have to raise your game on important tours and compete, and we should be able to see some effort."Following the wholesale changes, which did not change the result in the third Test, Pakistan selector Misbah-ul-Haq had also resigned.

Pakistani wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan writ petition has been rejected by the Lahore High Court against NCCIA summons after a 0-3 Test series loss to England. He cited lack of allegations and questioned their jurisdiction.

UPDATE: Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan's writ petition against being question by the country's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has been rejected by Lahore High Court on Thursday (Sep 17). The court has also directed the player to answer the questions asked by the agency. Rizwan had filed a writ petition in the Lahore High Court against being summoned by Pakistan's NCCIA in the aftermath of the Lord's Test overhaul after a loss to England. Rizwan was one of seven players who were abruptly dropped from the squad along with Imam-ul-Haq, who was also questioned by the NCCIA. The players were questioned last week post the tour, which ended in a 0-3 whitewash. The NCCIA, according to Cricinfo, was given a questionnaire to be filled by the September 15 deadline. While Imam sent it back after filling it, Rizwan chose to file the petition on Monday (Sep 14). Rizwan goes to court against being questioned by Pakistan's cyber crime agency Rizwan, as reported by Cricinfo, moved to the court against being questioned, citing a lack of allegations and also questioning the NCCIA's jurisdiction for summoning him. The questionnaire included the players' travel and financial histories along with their personal and career details. Also Read - Auqib Nabi earns maiden ODI call-up; Mayank returns for WI T20Is| check squads "Why was I called by the NCCIA?" Rizwan asked in his letter, as reported by Pakistan-based news outlet The News. It is not clear at the moment whether the questioning is part of the PCB's inquiry which it had announced last week, when the board had said that it "initiated an internal disciplinary inquiry following media reports concerning discipline and conduct, which are currently being reviewed internally". "We have had a discussion to ascertain the reasons behind it. They include factors beyond performance and we will get to the bottom of it," PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi had also said. What brought the inquiry upon the Pak players? The drama started after Pakistan's loss in the second Test by 194 runs after losing the first Test by an innings and 103 runs. Imam, who was named in the second Test playing XI, did not bat because of a calf tear but was accused of faking an injury. Rizwan, who returned scores of 12, 41, 7, and 1 across four innings, was also criticised for his shot selection. Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed, in an interview with local broadcaster Geo TV at the time, had said that "the message we're sending to the recalled players is that you have to raise your game on important tours and compete, and we should be able to see some effort." Following the wholesale changes, which did not change the result in the third Test, Pakistan selector Misbah-ul-Haq had also resigned.

Pakistani wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan writ petition has been rejected by the Lahore High Court against NCCIA summons after a 0-3 Test series loss to England. He cited lack of allegations and questioned their jurisdiction.

Pak batter Rizwan's petition against being questioned by cyber crime agency rejected by court

Shreyas Iyer-led Team India will aim to complete a second straight T20I series whitewash when they face Afghanistan in the third and final match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday (Sept 17). The T20 World Cup 2026 champions had earlier completed a 3-0 series sweep against Zimbabwe in July. However, after taking over as captain from Suryakumar Yadav, who guided India to the T20 World Cup title in March, Iyer suffered consecutive series defeats against Ireland and England.&nbsp;India have, however, dominated the ongoing series, winning each of the first two matches by seven wickets. With the series already decided, the visitors could use the final game to give opportunities to some of their other players before travelling to Japan for the 2026 Asian Games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fide-chess-olympiad-pakistan-forfeit-opening-round-matches-against-israel-1789636146245">FIDE Chess Olympiad: Pakistan forfeit opening round matches against Israel</a><h2>IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I: Match Details</h2><h2>When will the IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I be played?</h2>The third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Thursday (Sept 17). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST.<h2>Where is the match being played?</h2>The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/taylor-swift-husband-travis-kelce-named-one-of-the-victims-in-35-million-ponzi-scheme-1789633566980">Chiefs TE Travis Kelce named one of the victims in $35 million ponzi scheme</a><h2>Where can fans watch the match on television?</h2>The live telecast of the third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I?</h2>The livestream of the third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website.<h2>Squads</h2>India: Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur&nbsp;Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

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

Shreyas Iyer-led Team India will aim to complete a second straight T20I series whitewash when they face Afghanistan in the third and final match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday (Sept 17). The T20 World Cup 2026 champions had earlier completed a 3-0 series sweep against Zimbabwe in July. However, after taking over as captain from Suryakumar Yadav, who guided India to the T20 World Cup title in March, Iyer suffered consecutive series defeats against Ireland and England. India have, however, dominated the ongoing series, winning each of the first two matches by seven wickets. With the series already decided, the visitors could use the final game to give opportunities to some of their other players before travelling to Japan for the 2026 Asian Games. Also Read - FIDE Chess Olympiad: Pakistan forfeit opening round matches against Israel IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I: Match Details When will the IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I be played? The third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played on Thursday (Sept 17). The toss is scheduled for 7:00 pm IST. Where is the match being played? The match will be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Also Read - Chiefs TE Travis Kelce named one of the victims in $35 million ponzi scheme Where can fans watch the match on television? The live telecast of the third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on Sony Sports Network in India. Where to livestream IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I? The livestream of the third T20I between India and Afghanistan will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads India: Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma (VC), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Noor Rahman (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq

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

IND vs AFG, 3rd T20I: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

India women skipper Harmanpreet Kaur is by far the best skipper to have led the national cricket team with multiple titles under her name. Her most recent ICC trophy was the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup - the first ever for the team. The skipper, however, is 37 and would be around 40 by the time the next ODI World Cup comes. Former India player Diana Edulji, keeping Harman's age in mind, wants vice-captain and dashing opener Smriti Mandhana to be appointed India women's skipper at the earliest.<h2>Edulji wants Mandhana to replace Harman as skipper at earliest</h2>"We are holding back Smriti Mandhana for a long time. By the time the next World Cup comes along, Harman will be nearing 40, so let’s give a good run to Smriti and look at two youngsters as vice-captains. My humble request to Harman would be to let people ask why and not why not," Edulji said to Mid-Day.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pak-batter-rizwan-moves-to-court-after-being-questioned-by-cyber-crime-agency-1789618597573">Pak batter Rizwan moves to court after being questioned by cyber crime agency</a>Harman most recently led India to a Women's Asia Cup victory which was marred by a 'no-trophy ceremony,' as per the official stance of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) against receiving the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also a federal minister in the Pakistan government. The BCCI adopted the same stance for the men's Asia Cup last year following the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir by Pak-based terrorists.<h2>Harman's record as India skipper</h2>Harman made her India debut in 2009 and became captain of the side in 2013. Since then, she has led India in 51 ODIs and won 30 of them, the second most for India behind Mithali Raj's 89 wins in 155 matches. The record gets reversed in T20Is, where Harman has won 89 matches out of 152 she has led the side compared to 17 wins in 32 matches for Mithali. Harman's 89 wins as skipper in Women's T20Is are also the most for any captain in the format.

Former India player Diana Edulji wants vice-captain Smriti Mandhana to replace Harmanpreet Kaur as India women's skipper, citing Kaur's age ahead of the next ODI World Cup.

India women skipper Harmanpreet Kaur is by far the best skipper to have led the national cricket team with multiple titles under her name. Her most recent ICC trophy was the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup - the first ever for the team. The skipper, however, is 37 and would be around 40 by the time the next ODI World Cup comes. Former India player Diana Edulji, keeping Harman's age in mind, wants vice-captain and dashing opener Smriti Mandhana to be appointed India women's skipper at the earliest. Edulji wants Mandhana to replace Harman as skipper at earliest "We are holding back Smriti Mandhana for a long time. By the time the next World Cup comes along, Harman will be nearing 40, so let’s give a good run to Smriti and look at two youngsters as vice-captains. My humble request to Harman would be to let people ask why and not why not," Edulji said to Mid-Day. Also Read - Pak batter Rizwan moves to court after being questioned by cyber crime agency Harman most recently led India to a Women's Asia Cup victory which was marred by a 'no-trophy ceremony,' as per the official stance of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) against receiving the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi, who is also a federal minister in the Pakistan government. The BCCI adopted the same stance for the men's Asia Cup last year following the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir by Pak-based terrorists. Harman's record as India skipper Harman made her India debut in 2009 and became captain of the side in 2013. Since then, she has led India in 51 ODIs and won 30 of them, the second most for India behind Mithali Raj's 89 wins in 155 matches. The record gets reversed in T20Is, where Harman has won 89 matches out of 152 she has led the side compared to 17 wins in 32 matches for Mithali. Harman's 89 wins as skipper in Women's T20Is are also the most for any captain in the format.

Former India player Diana Edulji wants vice-captain Smriti Mandhana to replace Harmanpreet Kaur as India women's skipper, citing Kaur's age ahead of the next ODI World Cup.

Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the infamous "Sandpapergate" ball-tampering scandal in 2018, but the former Australia skipper is undaunted about returning to South Africa for his first Test series since. The prolific batsman was sent home in disgrace, banned for a year and sacked as captain after conspiring to alter the ball using sandpaper during the third Test in Cape Town eight years ago.David Warner, considered the ringleader, was suspended for 12 months and stripped of all leadership roles while Cameron Bancroft was slapped with a nine-month ban.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-squad-west-indies-2026-odi-t20i-auqib-nabi-mayank-yadav-1789573587522">Auqib Nabi earns maiden ODI call-up; Mayank returns for WI T20Is| check squads</a>Smith, preparing for the first Test in Durban on October 9 before the series moves to Gqeberha and Cape Town, said he still suffers flashbacks to a traumatic period of his life.He is haunted by memories of leaving Johannesburg airport, with cameras clicking furiously around him, and a harrowing Sydney press conference on his return when he broke down in tears."I'm not a big fan of cameras ... I get anxious around cameras to be honest," he told News Corp. in an interview published Thursday."That was a traumatic experience in my life and when I hear the flash of a camera it makes me revisit that in a way."The 24-48 hours of being told by James Sutherland (then-Cricket Australia chief executive) that I was getting banned for a year. That and going through the airport in Johannesburg getting absolutely mobbed, and then flying back and doing that press conference."I still have little flashbacks here and there of it."Smith bore the brunt of the scandal that is considered one of Australian sport's darkest moments, but bounced back emphatically.He smashed a superb century against England on his return and has gone from strength to strength, with 10,920 Test runs so far at an average of 56."It was certainly a difficult period, particularly the initial period a few days after," he said."The mental state I was in was not great. That's somewhere I'd like not to get to again, but I certainly learned from that and have been able to move forward with my life."I've tried to kind of erase a lot of 2018 and what happened," he added."I can't remember a lot about the series. I've tried to block most of it out of my memory bank."Smith has been back to South Africa for a white-ball series since 2018, but not for a Test and he is bracing for hostile crowds.But the 37-year-old is unperturbed, having negotiated multiple Ashes tours to England since 2018, where the Barmy Army abused him relentlessly."It's something I'm kind of used to. I've copped a lot at times away from home at different venues across my career and it's something that I take in my own stride," he said."I use it as motivation to try and go out and do well and try and take a positive from it."

Smith, preparing for the first Test in Durban on October 9 before the series moves to Gqeberha and Cape Town, said he still suffers flashbacks to a traumatic period of his life.

Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the infamous "Sandpapergate" ball-tampering scandal in 2018, but the former Australia skipper is undaunted about returning to South Africa for his first Test series since. The prolific batsman was sent home in disgrace, banned for a year and sacked as captain after conspiring to alter the ball using sandpaper during the third Test in Cape Town eight years ago. David Warner, considered the ringleader, was suspended for 12 months and stripped of all leadership roles while Cameron Bancroft was slapped with a nine-month ban. Also Read - Auqib Nabi earns maiden ODI call-up; Mayank returns for WI T20Is| check squads Smith, preparing for the first Test in Durban on October 9 before the series moves to Gqeberha and Cape Town, said he still suffers flashbacks to a traumatic period of his life. He is haunted by memories of leaving Johannesburg airport, with cameras clicking furiously around him, and a harrowing Sydney press conference on his return when he broke down in tears. "I'm not a big fan of cameras ... I get anxious around cameras to be honest," he told News Corp. in an interview published Thursday. "That was a traumatic experience in my life and when I hear the flash of a camera it makes me revisit that in a way. "The 24-48 hours of being told by James Sutherland (then-Cricket Australia chief executive) that I was getting banned for a year. That and going through the airport in Johannesburg getting absolutely mobbed, and then flying back and doing that press conference. "I still have little flashbacks here and there of it." Smith bore the brunt of the scandal that is considered one of Australian sport's darkest moments, but bounced back emphatically. He smashed a superb century against England on his return and has gone from strength to strength, with 10,920 Test runs so far at an average of 56. "It was certainly a difficult period, particularly the initial period a few days after," he said. "The mental state I was in was not great. That's somewhere I'd like not to get to again, but I certainly learned from that and have been able to move forward with my life. "I've tried to kind of erase a lot of 2018 and what happened," he added. "I can't remember a lot about the series. I've tried to block most of it out of my memory bank." Smith has been back to South Africa for a white-ball series since 2018, but not for a Test and he is bracing for hostile crowds. But the 37-year-old is unperturbed, having negotiated multiple Ashes tours to England since 2018, where the Barmy Army abused him relentlessly. "It's something I'm kind of used to. I've copped a lot at times away from home at different venues across my career and it's something that I take in my own stride," he said. "I use it as motivation to try and go out and do well and try and take a positive from it."

Smith, preparing for the first Test in Durban on October 9 before the series moves to Gqeberha and Cape Town, said he still suffers flashbacks to a traumatic period of his life.

AUS vs SA: Steve Smith still gets 'little flashbacks' from sandpaper gate

The Pakistan Hockey Federation said on Wednesday (Sep 16) that the national team will not tour India for an Asian tournament due to security concerns and calling for the event to be moved to a "safer" country. Pakistan and five other nations were due to compete in the Asian Champions Trophy from October 27 to November 5 in Mohali and Jalandhar, India.&nbsp;The Indian and Pakistani teams have boycotted each other since New Delhi stalled all bilateral sporting ties in the wake of 2008 attacks on Mumbai, which it blamed on militants based across the border.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-hockey-team-cleared-play-asian-champions-trophy-india-2026-1789388102868">Hockey: Pakistan cleared to play Asian Champions Trophy in India, confirms Punjab CM</a>&nbsp;Nuclear-armed arch-rivals India and Pakistan share a deep distrust, and last year fought a deadly four-day conflict triggered by an attack on tourists, mostly Hindus, in Kashmir.&nbsp;Mohyuddin Wani, president of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, said the decision not to tour India had been conveyed to the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF).&nbsp;"Considering the sensitive situation between the two countries, it is not advisable to send our players to India so we have demanded from the AHF to relocate the event to a safer country," Wani said in a statement.&nbsp;Pakistan also withdrew from last year's Asia Cup hockey event in India, citing security fears and tension at the border.&nbsp;Pakistan's hockey team last toured India for the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy, finishing fifth amongst six teams.

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has requested the AHF to relocate the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy or shift its matches outside India over safety concerns. 

The Pakistan Hockey Federation said on Wednesday (Sep 16) that the national team will not tour India for an Asian tournament due to security concerns and calling for the event to be moved to a "safer" country. Pakistan and five other nations were due to compete in the Asian Champions Trophy from October 27 to November 5 in Mohali and Jalandhar, India. The Indian and Pakistani teams have boycotted each other since New Delhi stalled all bilateral sporting ties in the wake of 2008 attacks on Mumbai, which it blamed on militants based across the border. Also read| Hockey: Pakistan cleared to play Asian Champions Trophy in India, confirms Punjab CM Nuclear-armed arch-rivals India and Pakistan share a deep distrust, and last year fought a deadly four-day conflict triggered by an attack on tourists, mostly Hindus, in Kashmir. Mohyuddin Wani, president of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, said the decision not to tour India had been conveyed to the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF). "Considering the sensitive situation between the two countries, it is not advisable to send our players to India so we have demanded from the AHF to relocate the event to a safer country," Wani said in a statement. Pakistan also withdrew from last year's Asia Cup hockey event in India, citing security fears and tension at the border. Pakistan's hockey team last toured India for the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy, finishing fifth amongst six teams.

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has requested the AHF to relocate the 2026 Asian Champions Trophy or shift its matches outside India over safety concerns.&nbsp;

Hockey: Pakistan urges AHF to move Asian Champions Trophy out of India over security concerns

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