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India’s 2024 T20 World Cup captain Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma on Wednesday (Dec 3) unrelieved a new jersey as the nation prepares for the 2026 T20 World Cup on home soil. India, defending champions having won the 2024 edition, will walk into the tournament as favourites as they look to stamp their authority and claim a third title. The latest jersey was unveiled during the inning break of India vs South Africa second ODI in Raipur, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia also present.<h2>Rohit unveils new T20 jersey for India</h2>“From cheering as a young fan to lifting trophies for the country, this game has given me memories for a lifetime. Now, as I step into a new chapter, the pride remains the same. This new Team India jersey reminds us that whether you’re in the stands or on the field, we all wear the same colours and believe in the same dream for India,” Rohit said while speaking on the unveiling of the new jersey.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The new jersey draws inspiration from the 1990s and the kit introduces contemporary pattern innovation with a retro twist, while retaining the legendary neckline from the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning jersey. India will be led by Suryakumar Yadav for the tournament, who was handed the permanent T20I captaincy after Rohit Sharma retired from the format.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;India, placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia, will start their campaign against the USA on February 7 next year. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.&nbsp;India will begin their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on Saturday (Feb 7) in Mumbai before facing Namibia in Delhi on Feb 12.

India, placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia, will start their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on February 7 next year. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

India’s 2024 T20 World Cup captain Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma on Wednesday (Dec 3) unrelieved a new jersey as the nation prepares for the 2026 T20 World Cup on home soil. India, defending champions having won the 2024 edition, will walk into the tournament as favourites as they look to stamp their authority and claim a third title. The latest jersey was unveiled during the inning break of India vs South Africa second ODI in Raipur, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia also present. Rohit unveils new T20 jersey for India “From cheering as a young fan to lifting trophies for the country, this game has given me memories for a lifetime. Now, as I step into a new chapter, the pride remains the same. This new Team India jersey reminds us that whether you’re in the stands or on the field, we all wear the same colours and believe in the same dream for India,” Rohit said while speaking on the unveiling of the new jersey. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes The new jersey draws inspiration from the 1990s and the kit introduces contemporary pattern innovation with a retro twist, while retaining the legendary neckline from the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning jersey. India will be led by Suryakumar Yadav for the tournament, who was handed the permanent T20I captaincy after Rohit Sharma retired from the format. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes India, placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia, will start their campaign against the USA on February 7 next year. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. India will begin their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on Saturday (Feb 7) in Mumbai before facing Namibia in Delhi on Feb 12.

India, placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia, will start their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on February 7 next year. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Rohit Sharma unveils India's 2026 T20 World Cup jersey, says 'pride remains the same'

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini auction is set to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi with as many as 45 players registered at the highest base price of INR 2 crore. According to a new BCCI rule though, no foreign player can get paid more than INR 18 crore at the mini auction even if the bid the higher than cap amount. The rule was brought it last year after the franchises raised concerns that foreign players are strategically registering themselves in mini auction to exploit the imbalance.<h2>What is foreign player cap rule at IPL mini auction?</h2>The BCCI brought in 'maximum fee' rule last year under which no foreign player can get more than highest retention price or the highest auction price at the mega auction. If the bid of any foreign player exceeds that amount than the additional amount will be deposited with the BCCI for the players' welfare.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-if-we-wanted-out-best-spinner-then-bashir-would-have-played-says-stokes-on-picking-will-jacks-for-brisbane-test-1764764995399">Ashes: England picked Jacks because they didn't want best spinner in Brisbane?</a>"Any overseas player's auction fee at small auction will be lower than the highest retention price [of INR 18 crore] and the highest auction price at the big auction. In case the highest auction price at the big auction is INR 20 crore, then INR 18 crore will be the cap. If the highest auction price at big auction is INR 16 crore, then the cap will be INR 16 crore," the IPL rule said."The incremental amount over INR 16 or 18 crore, as the case may be, will be deposited with BCCI. The incremental amount deposited with BCCI will be utilised towards players' welfare," it added.<h2>What about the Indian players?</h2>The maximum fees rule, however, does not apply for Indian players and they can go for more than INR 18 crore at the IPL mini auction. The rule will definitely benefit the Indian players as well as the BCCI while keep the auction prices of foreign players in check.&nbsp;

The BCCI brought in 'maximum fee' rule last year under which no foreign player can get more than highest retention price or the highest auction price at the mega auction. If the bid of any foreign player exceeds that amount than the additional amount will be deposited with the BCCI.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini auction is set to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi with as many as 45 players registered at the highest base price of INR 2 crore. According to a new BCCI rule though, no foreign player can get paid more than INR 18 crore at the mini auction even if the bid the higher than cap amount. The rule was brought it last year after the franchises raised concerns that foreign players are strategically registering themselves in mini auction to exploit the imbalance. What is foreign player cap rule at IPL mini auction? The BCCI brought in 'maximum fee' rule last year under which no foreign player can get more than highest retention price or the highest auction price at the mega auction. If the bid of any foreign player exceeds that amount than the additional amount will be deposited with the BCCI for the players' welfare. Also Read - Ashes: England picked Jacks because they didn't want best spinner in Brisbane? "Any overseas player's auction fee at small auction will be lower than the highest retention price [of INR 18 crore] and the highest auction price at the big auction. In case the highest auction price at the big auction is INR 20 crore, then INR 18 crore will be the cap. If the highest auction price at big auction is INR 16 crore, then the cap will be INR 16 crore," the IPL rule said. "The incremental amount over INR 16 or 18 crore, as the case may be, will be deposited with BCCI. The incremental amount deposited with BCCI will be utilised towards players' welfare," it added. What about the Indian players? The maximum fees rule, however, does not apply for Indian players and they can go for more than INR 18 crore at the IPL mini auction. The rule will definitely benefit the Indian players as well as the BCCI while keep the auction prices of foreign players in check.

The BCCI brought in 'maximum fee' rule last year under which no foreign player can get more than highest retention price or the highest auction price at the mega auction. If the bid of any foreign player exceeds that amount than the additional amount will be deposited with the BCCI.

IPL 2026 mini auction: No foreign player can cross INR 18 crore price tag - Here's Why

Virat Kohli was seen in brilliant form on Wednesday (Dec 3) as he scored back-to-back hundreds in the ODI format. The former India captain has once again shown his class and silenced critics with international ton numbers 83 and 84 in the ongoing series. However, a moment of brilliance was met with a killer shot that surprised everyone during the Indian innings.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Virat Kohli Into the 90s with a killer shot at Ruturaj gaikwad 😭😭😭😭 Next up the Three digit mark 🤞🎯<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsSA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli%F0%93%83%B5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli𓃵</a> <a href="https://t.co/HQJMRe8fTD">https://t.co/HQJMRe8fTD</a> <a href="https://t.co/aFUOaek0Ji">pic.twitter.com/aFUOaek0Ji</a>&mdash; SK Chatterjee 🚩 (@SChatterjee02) <a href="https://twitter.com/SChatterjee02/status/1996165961502859266?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Ruturaj escapes killer shot</h2>On the first ball of the 34th over on Corbin Bosch’s bowling, Virat pulled out a killer shot passing right through the non-striker’s end. It caught Ruturaj with surprise, who tried his best to avoid the coming in way of the ball, therefore narrowly escaping being hit by the ball. Ruturaj’s reaction soon became the talk of the town, with netizens making the video viral.&nbsp;Virat’s innings of 102 runs consisted of 7 fours and 2 sixes, and he was playing at a strike rate of 110. The back-to-back tons now see him reach 84 international centuries, with only Sachin Tendulkar (100) scoring more.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;On Sunday, Virat scored 135 runs, demonstrating his form despite hardly playing any international cricket in 2025. He was under pressure when he was dismissed for back-to-back ducks in Australia, but responded with an unbeaten fifty in Sydney. Virat elevated his game in the ongoing South Africa series, showing his flawless form.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Ruturaj joins the show</h2>While Virat stole the show, Ruturaj Gaikwad also joined it with a ton of his own as he smashed 105 off 83. His inclusion in the team was questioned, but Ruturaj proved his selection right with an innings that consisted of 12 fours and 2 sixes. Gaikwad’s hundred helped India reach 300 as the Men in Blue ended with a score of 385/5. Captain KL Rahul also smashed back-to-back fifties, helping India to a commendable total in the series.

On the first ball of the 34th over on Corbin Bosch’s bowling, Virat Kohli pulled out a killer shot passing right through the non-striker’s end. Ruturaj Gaikwad's reaction quickly went viral while he tried avoiding the path of the ball.

Virat Kohli was seen in brilliant form on Wednesday (Dec 3) as he scored back-to-back hundreds in the ODI format. The former India captain has once again shown his class and silenced critics with international ton numbers 83 and 84 in the ongoing series. However, a moment of brilliance was met with a killer shot that surprised everyone during the Indian innings.

On the first ball of the 34th over on Corbin Bosch’s bowling, Virat Kohli pulled out a killer shot passing right through the non-striker’s end. Ruturaj Gaikwad's reaction quickly went viral while he tried avoiding the path of the ball.

Watch: Ruturaj Gaikwad narrowly escapes Virat's killer shot, reaction goes viral

England were forced to make a change in their playing XI for second Ashes Test after pacer Mark Wood was ruled out. The second Test, which starts Thursday (Dec 4) in Brisbane, will be a day-night match to be played with a pink ball. England, to replace Wood for the Test, selected Will Jacks - a spin all-rounder. Jacks had last played three years ago yet was preferred over Shoaib Bashir, who has been the 12th man in both, Perth and Brisbane Test squad. Speaking on Jacks' selection, skipper Ben Stokes called it 'tactical.'<h2>Stokes on not selecting Bashir for Brisbane Test</h2>The idea behind not picking up Bashir could be Test being played by pink ball where spinners have played historically a lesser role. Stokes also said that if they were to select a proper spinner then England would have gone with Bashir. Jacks' ability with the bat lower down the order also played part, noted Stokes.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-2nd-odi-virat-kohli-slams-back-to-back-tons-against-south-africa-internet-blown-away-1764762221590">King Kohli slams back-to-back tons against South Africa; internet blown away</a>"We tried to look at how we thought spin was going to be used, and there was a bit of a tactical element to it," the England skipper said as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "Obviously Jacksy's ability with the bat, to have that down the order for us is useful as well. [But] if it ever comes down to picking our best, number one spinner, selection would go the other way."<h2>Australia dealing with cautioned optimism about Cummins</h2>The hosts Australia, who are 1-0 up in the five-Test Ashes after winning the first Test, are cautiously hopeful of skipper Pat Cummins making a long-awaited return. Earlier, Cummins was ruled out of the second Test as well after missing the first one as he continues rehabilitation for the back injury. In case Cummins plays, spinner Nathan Lyon, who missed Australia's last pink-ball Test in Jamaica as well, is most likely to be left out of the playing XI.

The idea behind not picking up Bashir could be Test being played by pink ball where spinners have played historically a lesser role. Stokes also said that if they were to select a proper spinner then England would have gone with Bashir.

England were forced to make a change in their playing XI for second Ashes Test after pacer Mark Wood was ruled out. The second Test, which starts Thursday (Dec 4) in Brisbane, will be a day-night match to be played with a pink ball. England, to replace Wood for the Test, selected Will Jacks - a spin all-rounder. Jacks had last played three years ago yet was preferred over Shoaib Bashir, who has been the 12th man in both, Perth and Brisbane Test squad. Speaking on Jacks' selection, skipper Ben Stokes called it 'tactical.' Stokes on not selecting Bashir for Brisbane Test The idea behind not picking up Bashir could be Test being played by pink ball where spinners have played historically a lesser role. Stokes also said that if they were to select a proper spinner then England would have gone with Bashir. Jacks' ability with the bat lower down the order also played part, noted Stokes. Also Read - King Kohli slams back-to-back tons against South Africa; internet blown away "We tried to look at how we thought spin was going to be used, and there was a bit of a tactical element to it," the England skipper said as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "Obviously Jacksy's ability with the bat, to have that down the order for us is useful as well. [But] if it ever comes down to picking our best, number one spinner, selection would go the other way." Australia dealing with cautioned optimism about Cummins The hosts Australia, who are 1-0 up in the five-Test Ashes after winning the first Test, are cautiously hopeful of skipper Pat Cummins making a long-awaited return. Earlier, Cummins was ruled out of the second Test as well after missing the first one as he continues rehabilitation for the back injury. In case Cummins plays, spinner Nathan Lyon, who missed Australia's last pink-ball Test in Jamaica as well, is most likely to be left out of the playing XI.

The idea behind not picking up Bashir could be Test being played by pink ball where spinners have played historically a lesser role. Stokes also said that if they were to select a proper spinner then England would have gone with Bashir.

Ashes 2025-26: 'If we wanted out best spinner then Bashir would have played,' says Stokes on picking Will Jacks for Brisbane Test

India’s T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill is back in the squad for the upcoming series against South Africa as the Men in Blue prepare for the T20 World Cup. Gill, having missed the ODI series and the second Test in Guwahati against South Africa due to a back spasm, is subject to availability for the T20I series if he clears the fitness test. The T20I series has seen Rinku Singh miss out on competition for places with the five-match series starting in Cuttack from Dec 9.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 NEWS 🚨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a>&#39;s squad for the 5⃣-match T20I series against South Africa announced. Details ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/3Bscuq6Gri">https://t.co/3Bscuq6Gri</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvSA</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> <a href="https://t.co/0bHLCcbwTD">pic.twitter.com/0bHLCcbwTD</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1996188006198423858?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>India squad for South Africa T20Is</h2>In an announcement made on Wednesday, Gill was included in the 15-man squad for the T20I series, which starts on December 9. Gill, however, will be available only if he is fit; otherwise, no risk will be taken with the batter who has been struggling with back spasm. It was earlier reported that Gill might miss the entire series, but his return is a huge boost for Suryakumar Yadav and his side.&nbsp;India are in the final stage of their preparations for the T20 World Cup, which starts in February. Suryakumar Yadav and his side are hot favourites to win the T20 World Cup and could become the first team to do so in the history of the competition.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>No place for Rinku Singh</h2>A premier name in the T20I side, Rinku Singh has been dropped from the squad, meaning his chances of playing in the World Cup have taken a serious dent. Rinku was in India’s 2024 World Cup winning squad but did not play a single match. His latest omission could all but end his dream of winning a second World Cup.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;<h2>India squad for South Africa T20Is</h2>Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC)*, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Washington Sundar.

Shubman Gill, having missed the ODI series and the second Test in Guwahati against South Africa due to a back spasm, is subject to availability for the T20I series if he clears the fitness test.

India’s T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill is back in the squad for the upcoming series against South Africa as the Men in Blue prepare for the T20 World Cup. Gill, having missed the ODI series and the second Test in Guwahati against South Africa due to a back spasm, is subject to availability for the T20I series if he clears the fitness test. The T20I series has seen Rinku Singh miss out on competition for places with the five-match series starting in Cuttack from Dec 9.

Shubman Gill, having missed the ODI series and the second Test in Guwahati against South Africa due to a back spasm, is subject to availability for the T20I series if he clears the fitness test.

IND vs SA: Shubman Gill returns to T20I side, but availability subject to fitness; Rinku Singh dropped

Virat Kohli is back at scoring hundreds for fun. Since doing it in the series opener in Ranchi, helping India win that close tie by 17 runs, Kohli completed back-to-back hundreds, his 53rd in this format and 84th overall in the ongoing second match in Raipur. The right-handed batter began from where he had left, slamming his consecutive century in his favourite format before miscuing one off Lungi Ngidi on 102. Not only Kohli, but Ruturaj Gaikwad, batting at number four, also hit his maiden One-Day hundred, putting the hosts in the driver’s seat.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-sa-virat-kohli-continues-purple-patch-smashes-back-to-back-hundreds-1764759268839">IND vs SA: Virat Kohli continues purple patch, smashes back-to-back hundreds</a>&nbsp;South Africa won the toss and sent the batting-heavy Indian Team into bat first. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma added 40 for the first wicket before Nandre Burger’s seed dismissed Rohit on just 14. Jaiswal, who struggled against the left-armer Marco Jansen throughout the series, fell to him for the nth time, getting out off a bouncer on 22, which brought Kohli and Gaikwad to the crease. &nbsp;The pair added 195 runs for the third wicket, with Gaikwad reaching his maiden three-digit score in One-Dayers. Kohli too followed him with his successive ODI ton, with the crowd getting onto its feet to celebrate its modern-day master. While Jansen accounted for Gaikwad on 105, Ngidi dismissed Kohli on a well-made 102. &nbsp;Kohli’s record 53rd ODI sent the internet into a frenzy. Let’s check out some of the top posts congratulating his unparalleled feat.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">this virat kohli looks like a fine prospect. india should look to blood him in other formats too. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsSA</a>&mdash; Gaurav Kalra (@gauravkalra75) <a href="https://twitter.com/gauravkalra75/status/1996177566563229844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli%F0%93%83%B5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli𓃵</a> - The Greatest of all time 🐐 with 53rd ODI 💯 in just 295 innings. I can bet, no one in coming 100 years can beat this feat of King Kohli 👑 Still Continue.......... <a href="https://t.co/JHSDJdFa8A">pic.twitter.com/JHSDJdFa8A</a>&mdash; Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) <a href="https://twitter.com/RichKettle07/status/1996171514027356476?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">fixed it <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli%F0%93%83%B5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli𓃵</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvSA</a> <a href="https://t.co/MaXhsKHMFy">https://t.co/MaXhsKHMFy</a> <a href="https://t.co/7YAaL5wIvo">pic.twitter.com/7YAaL5wIvo</a>&mdash; Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/NetflixIndia/status/1996173243892552112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Back to back 100s. Awesome. Virat Kohli is getting excellent match practice so that he can impress the selectors in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and keep his place in the team.&mdash; Ramesh Srivats (@rameshsrivats) <a href="https://twitter.com/rameshsrivats/status/1996172847442710626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Engineered with passion, Fuelled by sweat - There’s no stopping the run machine. Mount Virat grows taller by the day !! 84th international ton - absolute beast mode on <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a>🫡&mdash; Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) <a href="https://twitter.com/jatinsapru/status/1996171861441511929?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The greatest ODI batter ever just got consecutive centuries, making it 53, a record that will never be broken! Virat looks fitter today than he did when he started his international career 17 years ago!&mdash; Joy Bhattacharjya (@joybhattacharj) <a href="https://twitter.com/joybhattacharj/status/1996171459740528728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A calm head. A fierce heart. Back to back 💯s! Take a bow, <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> <a href="https://t.co/KNFzBuXthQ">pic.twitter.com/KNFzBuXthQ</a>&mdash; Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/mayankcricket/status/1996172266900689336?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bow down to the King, Virat Kohli 👑 🇮🇳 🫡 <a href="https://t.co/gDwIO7fe40">https://t.co/gDwIO7fe40</a>&mdash; Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) <a href="https://twitter.com/yuzi_chahal/status/1996175206143131701?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">That maiden ODI hundred feeling! 💯😎 A Roaring knock in Raipur from Ruturaj Gaikwad 🙌 Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/oBs0Ns6SqR">https://t.co/oBs0Ns6SqR</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvSA</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/Ruutu1331?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Ruutu1331</a> <a href="https://t.co/8xvlsKyjDr">pic.twitter.com/8xvlsKyjDr</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1996167890282991908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A diamond is forever <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/No53?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#No53</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli</a> <a href="https://t.co/XzhuXsJg9g">https://t.co/XzhuXsJg9g</a>&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1996170701922009414?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Virat Kohli ko 100 ka nasha hi alag hai. Hum log centuries gin rahe hote hain, woh bas routine ka kaam samajh ke kar deta hai. Back-to-back 100‘s for the King. 53rd ODI hundred. Virat hai toh mumkin hai. A brilliant century from Ruturaj Gaikwad as well making batting look very… <a href="https://t.co/afDYqC9N6k">pic.twitter.com/afDYqC9N6k</a>&mdash; Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1996175148748333415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Courtesy of Kohli's record-breaking 53rd ODI hundred, India posted a mammoth 358 for five batting first in Raipur.

Virat Kohli is back at scoring hundreds for fun. Since doing it in the series opener in Ranchi, helping India win that close tie by 17 runs, Kohli completed back-to-back hundreds, his 53rd in this format and 84th overall in the ongoing second match in Raipur. The right-handed batter began from where he had left, slamming his consecutive century in his favourite format before miscuing one off Lungi Ngidi on 102. Not only Kohli, but Ruturaj Gaikwad, batting at number four, also hit his maiden One-Day hundred, putting the hosts in the driver’s seat. Also read | IND vs SA: Virat Kohli continues purple patch, smashes back-to-back hundreds South Africa won the toss and sent the batting-heavy Indian Team into bat first. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma added 40 for the first wicket before Nandre Burger’s seed dismissed Rohit on just 14. Jaiswal, who struggled against the left-armer Marco Jansen throughout the series, fell to him for the nth time, getting out off a bouncer on 22, which brought Kohli and Gaikwad to the crease. The pair added 195 runs for the third wicket, with Gaikwad reaching his maiden three-digit score in One-Dayers. Kohli too followed him with his successive ODI ton, with the crowd getting onto its feet to celebrate its modern-day master. While Jansen accounted for Gaikwad on 105, Ngidi dismissed Kohli on a well-made 102. Kohli’s record 53rd ODI sent the internet into a frenzy. Let’s check out some of the top posts congratulating his unparalleled feat.

Courtesy of Kohli's record-breaking 53rd ODI hundred, India posted a mammoth 358 for five batting first in Raipur.

King Kohli slams back-to-back tons against South Africa; internet blown away

Virat Kohli continued his purple patch for Team India, smashing back-to-back hundreds in the ongoing ODI series against South Africa. Playing at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Virat now has 53 ODI hundreds, adding another feather to his already impressive hat. The former India captain was later dismissed for 102 as he was given a standing ovation by the crowd.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Stupendous. Remarkable. Exemplary 🫡 Recap Virat Kohli&#39;s 53rd ODI Hundred 🎥🔽 <a href="https://t.co/9jolWYnnTB">https://t.co/9jolWYnnTB</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvSA</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/IDFCFIRSTBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IDFCFIRSTBank</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> <a href="https://t.co/9rTVm77Xq1">pic.twitter.com/9rTVm77Xq1</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1996180173067358716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Kohli continues purple patch</h2>Having scored his 52nd ODI hundred in Ranchi, it was Raipur that set the stage for Virat to add to his tally of tons on Wednesday (Dec 3). Having come out to bat in the fifth over after Rohit Sharma’s dismissal on 14, the former India captain started from where he had left off on Sunday. It took Virat 90 balls to complete his ton, reminding everyone of his class with the bat.&nbsp;His innings of 102 runs consisted of 7 fours and 2 sixes, and he was playing at a strike rate of 110. The back-to-back tons now see him reach 84 international centuries, with only Sachin Tendulkar (100) scoring more.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;On Sunday, Virat scored 135 runs, demonstrating his form despite hardly playing any international cricket in 2025. He was under pressure when he was dismissed for back-to-back ducks in Australia, but responded with an unbeaten fifty in Sydney. Virat elevated his game in the ongoing South Africa series, showing his flawless form.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Ruturaj joins the show</h2>While Virat stole the show, Ruturaj Gaikwad also joined it with a ton of his own as he smashed 105 off 83. His inclusion in the team was questioned, but Ruturaj proved his selection right with an innings that consisted of 12 fours and 2 sixes. Gaikwad’s hundred helped India reach 300 as the Men in Blue ended with a score of 358/5. Captain KL Rahul also smashed back-to-back fifties, helping India to a commendable total in the series.

Playing at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Virat Kohli now has 53 ODI hundreds, adding another feather to his already impressive hat. 

Virat Kohli continued his purple patch for Team India, smashing back-to-back hundreds in the ongoing ODI series against South Africa. Playing at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Virat now has 53 ODI hundreds, adding another feather to his already impressive hat. The former India captain was later dismissed for 102 as he was given a standing ovation by the crowd.

Playing at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, Virat Kohli now has 53 ODI hundreds, adding another feather to his already impressive hat.&nbsp;

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli continues purple patch, smashes back-to-back hundreds

In a massive boost to Indian Cricket, star batter and Test captain Shubman Gill is all set to return to the side for the forthcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa starting December 9. Gill, who suffered a neck injury during the first Test against the Proteas in Kolkata, reached BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on December 1 for his rehabilitation and is said to be nearing full fitness. The latest reports have suggested that Gill underwent a few batting sessions, with CoE’s medical and coaching staff closely monitoring his workload, which would gradually increase in the coming days.&nbsp;A Times of India (TOI) report claims that the team at CoE has also added fielding and catching drills to his schedule, preparing him for his comeback to India’s T20I side. Although the star batter hasn’t yet received the Return to Play (RTP) clearance from the CoE, he is likely to get one after undergoing match stimulation in the next 48 hours. Considering there won’t be any hiccups in the lead-up to the T20I squad selection, set within the next 24 hours, Gill would get the clearance.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-indias-best-pacer-harshit-rana-in-ranchi-odi-reprimanded-for-breaching-icc-code-of-conduct-1764752327748">IND vs SA: India's BEST pacer in Ranchi ODI reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct</a> &nbsp;As things stand, the right-hander would link up with the squad in Cuttack on December 6. &nbsp;However, even if he is selected, a tag of ‘subject to fitness’ could follow. Also, the men’s selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is updated about Gill’s current fitness status, but should the selectors feel unconvinced about racing his return to the side, Gill could miss the series opener, but even that remains unlikely as of now. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Gill’s absence from the ongoing ODI series against the Proteas saw Yashasvi Jaiswal take up the opener’s slot alongside Rohit Sharma, with T20 specialist Ruturaj Gaikwad roped in to fill the vacant number four slot, in the absence of injured Shreyas Iyer. &nbsp;The first T20I is in Cuttack (Dec 9) before the action moves to New Chandigarh (Dec 11), Dharamsala (Dec 14), Lucknow (Dec 17) and Ahmedabad (Dec 19).&nbsp;

Gill's return to the T20I side will boost the side's morale as it prepares for next year's home T20 World Cup. 

In a massive boost to Indian Cricket, star batter and Test captain Shubman Gill is all set to return to the side for the forthcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa starting December 9. Gill, who suffered a neck injury during the first Test against the Proteas in Kolkata, reached BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on December 1 for his rehabilitation and is said to be nearing full fitness. The latest reports have suggested that Gill underwent a few batting sessions, with CoE’s medical and coaching staff closely monitoring his workload, which would gradually increase in the coming days. A Times of India (TOI) report claims that the team at CoE has also added fielding and catching drills to his schedule, preparing him for his comeback to India’s T20I side. Although the star batter hasn’t yet received the Return to Play (RTP) clearance from the CoE, he is likely to get one after undergoing match stimulation in the next 48 hours. Considering there won’t be any hiccups in the lead-up to the T20I squad selection, set within the next 24 hours, Gill would get the clearance. Also read | IND vs SA: India's BEST pacer in Ranchi ODI reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct As things stand, the right-hander would link up with the squad in Cuttack on December 6. However, even if he is selected, a tag of ‘subject to fitness’ could follow. Also, the men’s selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is updated about Gill’s current fitness status, but should the selectors feel unconvinced about racing his return to the side, Gill could miss the series opener, but even that remains unlikely as of now. Meanwhile, Gill’s absence from the ongoing ODI series against the Proteas saw Yashasvi Jaiswal take up the opener’s slot alongside Rohit Sharma, with T20 specialist Ruturaj Gaikwad roped in to fill the vacant number four slot, in the absence of injured Shreyas Iyer. The first T20I is in Cuttack (Dec 9) before the action moves to New Chandigarh (Dec 11), Dharamsala (Dec 14), Lucknow (Dec 17) and Ahmedabad (Dec 19).

Gill's return to the T20I side will boost the side's morale as it prepares for next year's home T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill nears full fitness as selectors likely to pick him for SA T20Is – Report

India bowler Harshit Rana was impressive during the first ODI against South Africa on Sunday (Nov 30) but the bowler has been reprimanded for letting emotions overtake him. The bowler was handed a demerit point along with a deduction of 50 per cent of his match fees. This was Rana's first demerit point in last 24-month and will be added to his disciplinary record as well. Rana took 3/65 in the match including two wickets in his very first over during SA's chase, the best figures for India by a pacer during their 17-run win.<h2>Why Rana has been punished?</h2>Rana was found in breach of ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, Article 2.5 to be specific, which pertains to "using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an International Match."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-steve-smith-takes-inspiration-from-chanderpaul-in-bid-to-better-his-numbers-in-pink-ball-tests-1764745173179">Ashes: Steve Smith takes inspiration from Chanderpaul in bid to better his numbers in pink-ball Tests</a>The incident for which Rana was handed the punishment happened in the 22nd over when Rana gestured to the dressing room after dismissing South Africa's Dewald Brevis. The incident was seen a provocative by the match officials who thought it could have provoked a similar response from the batter. There was no formal hearing for the matter as Rana had accepted his mistake and the punishment as well.<h2>What does demerit points do?</h2>The demerit points get accumulated in 24-month period from the date of imposition. If a player gets four or more demerits points, then it get converted into a suspension points. When a player gets two suspension points accumulated, then he/she is banned for a Test or two ODIs or two T20Is, whichever come first. However, if the player does not get four or more demerit points in 24-month period then the points get expunged and the cycle starts again.

The incident for which Harshit Rana was handed the punishment happened in the 22nd over when Rana gestured to the dressing room after dismissing South Africa's Dewald Brevis during the first ODI in Ranchi on Sunday (Nov 30). India had won the match by 17 runs.

India bowler Harshit Rana was impressive during the first ODI against South Africa on Sunday (Nov 30) but the bowler has been reprimanded for letting emotions overtake him. The bowler was handed a demerit point along with a deduction of 50 per cent of his match fees. This was Rana's first demerit point in last 24-month and will be added to his disciplinary record as well. Rana took 3/65 in the match including two wickets in his very first over during SA's chase, the best figures for India by a pacer during their 17-run win. Why Rana has been punished? Rana was found in breach of ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, Article 2.5 to be specific, which pertains to "using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an International Match." Also Read - Ashes: Steve Smith takes inspiration from Chanderpaul in bid to better his numbers in pink-ball Tests The incident for which Rana was handed the punishment happened in the 22nd over when Rana gestured to the dressing room after dismissing South Africa's Dewald Brevis. The incident was seen a provocative by the match officials who thought it could have provoked a similar response from the batter. There was no formal hearing for the matter as Rana had accepted his mistake and the punishment as well. What does demerit points do? The demerit points get accumulated in 24-month period from the date of imposition. If a player gets four or more demerits points, then it get converted into a suspension points. When a player gets two suspension points accumulated, then he/she is banned for a Test or two ODIs or two T20Is, whichever come first. However, if the player does not get four or more demerit points in 24-month period then the points get expunged and the cycle starts again.

The incident for which Harshit Rana was handed the punishment happened in the 22nd over when Rana gestured to the dressing room after dismissing South Africa's Dewald Brevis during the first ODI in Ranchi on Sunday (Nov 30). India had won the match by 17 runs.

IND vs SA: India's BEST pacer in Ranchi ODI reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Sports are all about learning from something or someone and getting better at your job, and Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith has taken a step forward in doing so from one of Test cricket’s greats, but differently. On the eve of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, Smith revealed how West Indian legend Shivnarine Chanderpaul entered into Smith’s process of improving his batting average in Pink-Ball Tests. Although Smith doesn’t need batting tips to stay at the top, he needed inspiration from one of Chanderpaul’s gears, which he will also don under the lights against England.&nbsp;Smith made headlines in the lead-up to the Gabba Test by wearing anti-glare tapes under his eyes, something Chanderpaul used to do during his playing days.<h3>So, what does that do, and how would it help any batter?</h3>The eye blacks, small strips worn on the cheekbones, are designed to reduce glare from floodlights by absorbing it, which otherwise would reflect off the skin, making it difficult for a batter to concentrate. Although barring Chanderpaul, none of the players wore it during previous Day/Night games, Smith admits asking him about its effects and also the right way to wear them. &nbsp;"I actually messaged Shivnarine Chanderpaul and asked him what his thoughts were, whether he wore the chalk or the strips," Smith said. "He said the strips, and he thinks it blocks out 65% of the glare. And he also said, 'I've seen photos, and you're wearing them the wrong way'. So yesterday I put them on the right way.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I agree with him. I think it certainly stops the glare. Yeah, I'll be wearing them.”<h3>The whole mantra is to get better</h3>Smith is not known for scoring big in Pink-Ball Tests, averaging just above 37 (37.04), including one hundred, compared to his magnificent batting average in day matches (58.31 with 35 hundreds). Admitting how tough it gets to score under the lights and against the pink ball, Smith said, "It's hard to bat all the time. It's a tricky one. The ball reacts obviously differently to a red one. It can change quickly. It can start moving randomly. &nbsp;"You've got to try and play what's in front of you at that time, and when it does shift on you, and the ball starts doing something different, you've got to try and come up with plans to counter that, whether it be more aggressive, whether it be going to your shell and trying to get through that period. Everyone's different. It's trying to be one step ahead when it does start to shift,” he continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Smith-led Australia won the series opener in Perth inside two days, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.&nbsp;

Steve Smith is likely to retain his position as the stand-in captain for the second Ashes Test amid chatter around Pat Cummins' shock return. 

Sports are all about learning from something or someone and getting better at your job, and Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith has taken a step forward in doing so from one of Test cricket’s greats, but differently. On the eve of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, Smith revealed how West Indian legend Shivnarine Chanderpaul entered into Smith’s process of improving his batting average in Pink-Ball Tests. Although Smith doesn’t need batting tips to stay at the top, he needed inspiration from one of Chanderpaul’s gears, which he will also don under the lights against England. Smith made headlines in the lead-up to the Gabba Test by wearing anti-glare tapes under his eyes, something Chanderpaul used to do during his playing days. So, what does that do, and how would it help any batter? The eye blacks, small strips worn on the cheekbones, are designed to reduce glare from floodlights by absorbing it, which otherwise would reflect off the skin, making it difficult for a batter to concentrate. Although barring Chanderpaul, none of the players wore it during previous Day/Night games, Smith admits asking him about its effects and also the right way to wear them. "I actually messaged Shivnarine Chanderpaul and asked him what his thoughts were, whether he wore the chalk or the strips," Smith said. "He said the strips, and he thinks it blocks out 65% of the glare. And he also said, 'I've seen photos, and you're wearing them the wrong way'. So yesterday I put them on the right way. “I agree with him. I think it certainly stops the glare. Yeah, I'll be wearing them.” The whole mantra is to get better Smith is not known for scoring big in Pink-Ball Tests, averaging just above 37 (37.04), including one hundred, compared to his magnificent batting average in day matches (58.31 with 35 hundreds). Admitting how tough it gets to score under the lights and against the pink ball, Smith said, "It's hard to bat all the time. It's a tricky one. The ball reacts obviously differently to a red one. It can change quickly. It can start moving randomly. "You've got to try and play what's in front of you at that time, and when it does shift on you, and the ball starts doing something different, you've got to try and come up with plans to counter that, whether it be more aggressive, whether it be going to your shell and trying to get through that period. Everyone's different. It's trying to be one step ahead when it does start to shift,” he continued. Meanwhile, Smith-led Australia won the series opener in Perth inside two days, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

Steve Smith is likely to retain his position as the stand-in captain for the second Ashes Test amid chatter around Pat Cummins' shock return.&nbsp;

Ashes: Steve Smith takes inspiration from Chanderpaul in bid to better his numbers in pink-ball Tests

Australia continue to sweat over Test captain Pat Cummins’ fitness ahead of the second Ashes Test starting Thursday (Dec 4) at the Gabba in Brisbane. While England named their starting XI for the Pink-Ball Test, making one change to their line-up, the hosts will take a final call on theirs by Wednesday afternoon following pitch inspection. The stand-in captain, Steve Smith, did not name the side for the second game during the pre-game presser, saying the selectors will take the call later in the day, keeping the doors open for Cummins to make a shock return to the Test team.&nbsp;Though they have to make a forced change to their winning XI, with opener Usman Khawaja getting ruled out with a back spasm, Australia could bring in Cummins for specialist spinner Nathan Lyon for this lone Day/Night Test this Ashes.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-is-the-best-country-england-captain-ben-stokes-on-enjoying-life-down-under-amid-crushing-ashes-start-1764734758202">‘Australia is the best country…,’ Stokes on enjoying life Down Under amid crushing Ashes start</a> &nbsp;"A whole heap of things I think are on the table," Smith said on the sidelines of the second Test. "We'll wait and see what the wicket looks like, and from there we'll determine a playing XI." &nbsp;Speaking on Cummins’ chances of making a comeback to the side despite not being named in the final 14 for this Test, Smith said he has bowled impressively in the nets, and that the ball is in the selectors’ court to decide on his inclusion. &nbsp;"He looks pretty good to me the way he's bowled in the nets," Smith said of Cummins’ fitness and chances of him breaking into the playing XI. "Obviously, games are a different intensity, for sure, but he's tracking really nicely. He knows his body well, and yeah, we'll wait and see." &nbsp;Although the seasoned seamer could also replace newbie Brendan Doggett in the XI, the chances of that happening are bleak, given Cummins hasn’t played any competitive cricket since July this year, and the selectors could be careful in managing his workload. So, having an all-pace attack, like how England had in the series opener, looks likely to happen should he be declared fit and ready.&nbsp; &nbsp;Smith also sounded unsure about Lyon’s place in the side for the second game, considering he missed out on Australia’s last pink-ball Test in the Caribbean.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I'm not sure," Smith said. "We'll look at the surface, as I said, and we'll sum things up from there. And I think here's a place where Nathan's done really well in the past. He's a quality bowler. But we'll weigh up the options, and we'll see how we go." &nbsp;Meanwhile, Australia lead this five-match series (1-0), having won the Perth Test inside two days.&nbsp;

While Australia is yet to name the playing XI for the second Ashes Test, the visitors named theirs on Tuesday (Dec 2), bringing in Will Jacks for Mark Wood.

Australia continue to sweat over Test captain Pat Cummins’ fitness ahead of the second Ashes Test starting Thursday (Dec 4) at the Gabba in Brisbane. While England named their starting XI for the Pink-Ball Test, making one change to their line-up, the hosts will take a final call on theirs by Wednesday afternoon following pitch inspection. The stand-in captain, Steve Smith, did not name the side for the second game during the pre-game presser, saying the selectors will take the call later in the day, keeping the doors open for Cummins to make a shock return to the Test team. Though they have to make a forced change to their winning XI, with opener Usman Khawaja getting ruled out with a back spasm, Australia could bring in Cummins for specialist spinner Nathan Lyon for this lone Day/Night Test this Ashes. Also read | ‘Australia is the best country…,’ Stokes on enjoying life Down Under amid crushing Ashes start "A whole heap of things I think are on the table," Smith said on the sidelines of the second Test. "We'll wait and see what the wicket looks like, and from there we'll determine a playing XI." Speaking on Cummins’ chances of making a comeback to the side despite not being named in the final 14 for this Test, Smith said he has bowled impressively in the nets, and that the ball is in the selectors’ court to decide on his inclusion. "He looks pretty good to me the way he's bowled in the nets," Smith said of Cummins’ fitness and chances of him breaking into the playing XI. "Obviously, games are a different intensity, for sure, but he's tracking really nicely. He knows his body well, and yeah, we'll wait and see." Although the seasoned seamer could also replace newbie Brendan Doggett in the XI, the chances of that happening are bleak, given Cummins hasn’t played any competitive cricket since July this year, and the selectors could be careful in managing his workload. So, having an all-pace attack, like how England had in the series opener, looks likely to happen should he be declared fit and ready. Smith also sounded unsure about Lyon’s place in the side for the second game, considering he missed out on Australia’s last pink-ball Test in the Caribbean. "I'm not sure," Smith said. "We'll look at the surface, as I said, and we'll sum things up from there. And I think here's a place where Nathan's done really well in the past. He's a quality bowler. But we'll weigh up the options, and we'll see how we go." Meanwhile, Australia lead this five-match series (1-0), having won the Perth Test inside two days.

While Australia is yet to name the playing XI for the second Ashes Test, the visitors named theirs on Tuesday (Dec 2), bringing in Will Jacks for Mark Wood.

Ashes, Gabba Test: Pat Cummins' shock return on cards as AUS delay naming XI

The second ODI between India and South Africa will get underway on Wednesday (Dec 3) in Raipur. After a close win in the series opener in Ranchi, the hosts will aim to seal the One-Day series in another Day/Night match. While stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue to hog the limelight, fans would be keen to know more about this crucial tie, including the predicted playing XIs, the weather conditions and what to expect from the South Africans. Check out the match preview of the second One-Dayer between India and South Africa in Raipur.<h3>Match Preview</h3>The Indian Team is unlikely to tinker with their winning combination that drew first blood in Ranchi by 17 runs. But even if they do, it would be a toss-up between two all-rounders, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy. While Sundar was part of the playing XI in the series opener, an under-par show with both the bat and the ball, and also considering dew, he could make way for a seam-bowling all-rounder, Reddy. However, the unpredictability of the toss could force India to stick with the same side.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-is-the-best-country-england-captain-ben-stokes-on-enjoying-life-down-under-amid-crushing-ashes-start-1764734758202">‘Australia is the best country…,’ Stokes on enjoying life Down Under amid crushing Ashes start</a> &nbsp;Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad will also aim to get runs under their belts, while Prasidh Krishna and Ravindra Jadeja would like to improve their numbers from the previous game. &nbsp;For South Africa, Temba Bavuma would likely make his way back into the side, with opener Ryan Rickelton expected to sit out. In that case, Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock would be the openers, with the Test and ODI skipper returning to his number three spot. Another expected change is the return of their premier spinner, Keshav Maharaj, who would replace Prenelan Subrayen.<h3>Weather and streaming details –</h3>The forecast in Raipur looks perfect for the second ODI. Expect a sunny day with clear skies and no rain showers. Temperatures will range from a pleasant 27°C during the day, cooling down to a comfortable 18°C by the evening. &nbsp;As for the streaming details, the fans can enjoy the live coverage on both TV and online. While the Star Sports network would telecast it on TV, the JioHotstar mobile app and website will stream the match online. The game begins at 1:30 PM local time, with the toss taking place at 1 PM.&nbsp; &nbsp;Predicted XIs of both teams – &nbsp;India – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (c &amp; wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna and Arshdeep Singh &nbsp;South Africa – Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (captain), Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger and Ottneil Baartman &nbsp;

Both India and South Africa could make at least one change to their XI for the second ODI in Raipur.

The second ODI between India and South Africa will get underway on Wednesday (Dec 3) in Raipur. After a close win in the series opener in Ranchi, the hosts will aim to seal the One-Day series in another Day/Night match. While stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue to hog the limelight, fans would be keen to know more about this crucial tie, including the predicted playing XIs, the weather conditions and what to expect from the South Africans. Check out the match preview of the second One-Dayer between India and South Africa in Raipur. Match Preview The Indian Team is unlikely to tinker with their winning combination that drew first blood in Ranchi by 17 runs. But even if they do, it would be a toss-up between two all-rounders, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy. While Sundar was part of the playing XI in the series opener, an under-par show with both the bat and the ball, and also considering dew, he could make way for a seam-bowling all-rounder, Reddy. However, the unpredictability of the toss could force India to stick with the same side. Also read | ‘Australia is the best country…,’ Stokes on enjoying life Down Under amid crushing Ashes start Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad will also aim to get runs under their belts, while Prasidh Krishna and Ravindra Jadeja would like to improve their numbers from the previous game. For South Africa, Temba Bavuma would likely make his way back into the side, with opener Ryan Rickelton expected to sit out. In that case, Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock would be the openers, with the Test and ODI skipper returning to his number three spot. Another expected change is the return of their premier spinner, Keshav Maharaj, who would replace Prenelan Subrayen. Weather and streaming details – The forecast in Raipur looks perfect for the second ODI. Expect a sunny day with clear skies and no rain showers. Temperatures will range from a pleasant 27°C during the day, cooling down to a comfortable 18°C by the evening. As for the streaming details, the fans can enjoy the live coverage on both TV and online. While the Star Sports network would telecast it on TV, the JioHotstar mobile app and website will stream the match online. The game begins at 1:30 PM local time, with the toss taking place at 1 PM. Predicted XIs of both teams – India – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, KL Rahul (c & wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna and Arshdeep Singh South Africa – Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (captain), Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger and Ottneil Baartman

Both India and South Africa could make at least one change to their XI for the second ODI in Raipur.

IND vs SA, 2nd ODI, Raipur: Will India make any change? Here’s the preview, predicted XIs and streaming details

Defiant England captain Ben Stokes says he will not allow intense media attention to stop him enjoying Australia, calling it preferable to being back home where it is "miserable, freezing cold and dark" at this time of year. The team's every move is being scrutinised on the five-Test Ashes tour, with players followed through the airport, on golf courses and on a trip to an aquarium. Stokes and other players were snapped this week riding electric scooters around Brisbane without helmets, prompting a front-page "Pommy Idiots" headline from the city's Courier-Mail newspaper on Thursday. Not wearing a helmet is punishable by a fine under Queensland state law, with police saying they had "engaged with those persons to inform and educate them on compliance requirements".&nbsp;Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-aussie-opener-khawaja-out-of-brisbane-test-who-will-open-now-1764659426367">Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now?</a>&nbsp;"If they (the media) think it is going to stop us enjoying this country when we have time off, then it is not going to do that," he told the BBC. “Australia is the best country to tour away from cricket. There are so many things to do. You can go out and about and see things that only Australia has to offer, great golf courses, coffee shops and easy places to have lunch.”&nbsp;He added that having down time was important for players to take the pressure off.&nbsp;"We are human," he said. "We need to enjoy countries when we get the opportunity because we live in England, where it is miserable, freezing cold and dark at 4 pm."&nbsp;England are preparing for the second Test in Brisbane, starting Thursday. They lost the series opener in Perth by eight wickets inside two days.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;

Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him.

Defiant England captain Ben Stokes says he will not allow intense media attention to stop him enjoying Australia, calling it preferable to being back home where it is "miserable, freezing cold and dark" at this time of year. The team's every move is being scrutinised on the five-Test Ashes tour, with players followed through the airport, on golf courses and on a trip to an aquarium. Stokes and other players were snapped this week riding electric scooters around Brisbane without helmets, prompting a front-page "Pommy Idiots" headline from the city's Courier-Mail newspaper on Thursday. Not wearing a helmet is punishable by a fine under Queensland state law, with police saying they had "engaged with those persons to inform and educate them on compliance requirements". Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him. Also read | Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now? "If they (the media) think it is going to stop us enjoying this country when we have time off, then it is not going to do that," he told the BBC. “Australia is the best country to tour away from cricket. There are so many things to do. You can go out and about and see things that only Australia has to offer, great golf courses, coffee shops and easy places to have lunch.” He added that having down time was important for players to take the pressure off. "We are human," he said. "We need to enjoy countries when we get the opportunity because we live in England, where it is miserable, freezing cold and dark at 4 pm." England are preparing for the second Test in Brisbane, starting Thursday. They lost the series opener in Perth by eight wickets inside two days. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Stokes said being under the microscope was part and parcel of being on tour in Australia, and he was not letting it get to him.

‘Australia is the best country…,’ Stokes on enjoying life Down Under amid crushing Ashes start

Barcelona produced an impressive comeback to beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on Tuesday and move four points clear at the top of La Liga, with coach Hansi Flick saying his side had taken a step forward after some shaky performances. Alex Baena fired Atletico ahead, but Raphinha equalised for the champions before Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres struck to end the visitors' run of 13 straight league games without defeat. Barca might have been more comfortable had Robert Lewandowski not ballooned a first-half penalty over the bar at the partially rebuilt Camp Nou.&nbsp;Real Madrid, second, visit Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, aiming to peg Barca back, while Diego Simeone's Atletico are fourth, six points behind the Catalans.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-city-erling-haaland-makes-premier-league-history-in-nine-goal-thriller-against-fulham-1764733486479">Man City’s Haaland makes Premier League history in nine-goal thriller against Fulham</a>&nbsp;"We will see (if it's a turning point), but this was one of the best matches from us, I really appreciate what I saw over the 90 minutes," Flick told reporters. "This was the next step... we are coming back to our best level, today was really good."&nbsp;This was Barca's fifth consecutive Liga win after losing the Clasico against Madrid in October, but they have not shone consistently in that period, and coming against a title rival, this display gave Flick's side a welcome boost.&nbsp;"This is the spirit we need to have to turn around games like this," Raphinha told Movistar. “We're building confidence game by game, and these three points are going to be vital for the end of the season; they can decide a title race.”&nbsp;Barca were without defender Ronald Araujo, who is taking a mental health break according to Spanish reports, along with ill midfielder Frenkie de Jong and the longer-term absentees.&nbsp;After a 3-0 thrashing at Chelsea last week in the Champions League, followed by a shaky win over Alaves to claim pole position in La Liga, nerves were jangling among home fans.&nbsp;&nbsp;Following a tense start, Atletico took the lead with, predictably, a ball in behind Barcelona's persistently high defensive line. Baena scampered through on goal and beat Joan Garcia, barely celebrating because he could sense the linesman's raised flag behind him. However, a VAR review showed the Spaniard was level with Pau Cubarsi when he broke, and the goal was reinstated.&nbsp;Barcelona responded rapidly and levelled in the 26th minute when Pedri, back fit to start, played in Raphinha. The Brazilian winger, another player recently back from injury, took the ball around Jan Oblak and slid it into the empty net.&nbsp;Barca should have gone ahead, but Lewandowski spurned a penalty, blazing high and wide of Oblak's goal after Pablo Barrios brought down Dani Olmo. The Polish veteran almost made amends moments later, but Oblak brilliantly clawed out his header from Lamine Yamal's cross.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;

Real Madrid, second, visit Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, aiming to peg Barca back, while Diego Simeone's Atletico are fourth, six points behind the Catalans.

Barcelona produced an impressive comeback to beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on Tuesday and move four points clear at the top of La Liga, with coach Hansi Flick saying his side had taken a step forward after some shaky performances. Alex Baena fired Atletico ahead, but Raphinha equalised for the champions before Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres struck to end the visitors' run of 13 straight league games without defeat. Barca might have been more comfortable had Robert Lewandowski not ballooned a first-half penalty over the bar at the partially rebuilt Camp Nou. Real Madrid, second, visit Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, aiming to peg Barca back, while Diego Simeone's Atletico are fourth, six points behind the Catalans. Also read | Man City’s Haaland makes Premier League history in nine-goal thriller against Fulham "We will see (if it's a turning point), but this was one of the best matches from us, I really appreciate what I saw over the 90 minutes," Flick told reporters. "This was the next step... we are coming back to our best level, today was really good." This was Barca's fifth consecutive Liga win after losing the Clasico against Madrid in October, but they have not shone consistently in that period, and coming against a title rival, this display gave Flick's side a welcome boost. "This is the spirit we need to have to turn around games like this," Raphinha told Movistar. “We're building confidence game by game, and these three points are going to be vital for the end of the season; they can decide a title race.” Barca were without defender Ronald Araujo, who is taking a mental health break according to Spanish reports, along with ill midfielder Frenkie de Jong and the longer-term absentees. After a 3-0 thrashing at Chelsea last week in the Champions League, followed by a shaky win over Alaves to claim pole position in La Liga, nerves were jangling among home fans. Following a tense start, Atletico took the lead with, predictably, a ball in behind Barcelona's persistently high defensive line. Baena scampered through on goal and beat Joan Garcia, barely celebrating because he could sense the linesman's raised flag behind him. However, a VAR review showed the Spaniard was level with Pau Cubarsi when he broke, and the goal was reinstated. Barcelona responded rapidly and levelled in the 26th minute when Pedri, back fit to start, played in Raphinha. The Brazilian winger, another player recently back from injury, took the ball around Jan Oblak and slid it into the empty net. Barca should have gone ahead, but Lewandowski spurned a penalty, blazing high and wide of Oblak's goal after Pablo Barrios brought down Dani Olmo. The Polish veteran almost made amends moments later, but Oblak brilliantly clawed out his header from Lamine Yamal's cross. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Real Madrid, second, visit Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, aiming to peg Barca back, while Diego Simeone's Atletico are fourth, six points behind the Catalans.

Barcelona extend La Liga lead with comeback win over rivals Atletico Madrid

Erling Haaland made history as the Manchester City striker became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals in a remarkable 5-4 win against Fulham on Tuesday. Haaland's clinical finish in the first half at Craven Cottage took him to his century in just 111 league appearances for City. He shattered the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer, who took 124 matches to reach 100 goals. After Haaland's landmark, Phil Foden scored twice to help City race into a 5-1 lead. But Fulham scored three times in a furious second-half fightback that fell just short when Josh King's shot was cleared off the line by Josko Gvardiol in the final seconds.&nbsp;Second-placed City moved within two points of leaders Arsenal, who host Brentford in their game in hand on Wednesday.&nbsp;"It's incredible, impressive. He was outstanding, today he was unbelievable. He made a fantastic goal. Hopefully, he's starving hungry to continue with this club to make more and more goals," City boss Pep Guardiola said of Haaland.&nbsp;Yet after squandering a two-goal advantage in their last-gasp 3-2 win against Leeds on Saturday, Guardiola was alarmed by the latest meltdown from his leaky defence.&nbsp;"Of course, I was concerned. But this will help us in future games. Every game is a new team for some players. You have to make a process to start to correct," he said. "I'm so old, and the players don't respect me! They don't have to treat their manager in that way.&nbsp;"It only happens in this league. We played a fantastic game. Listen, there were some really positive things in what we have done. In the end, it was a question of character and resilience."&nbsp;If City are to overhaul Arsenal and win the seventh English title of the Guardiola era, they will need Haaland to maintain his astonishingly prolific form.&nbsp;Haaland had failed to score in his previous three games against Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen and Leeds. The 25-year-old, signed from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, ended that mini-drought with the latest milestone in his glittering City career.<h3>City survive</h3>Haaland produced a sumptuous finish to put City ahead in the 17th minute, giving him 15 league goals this term and 20 in all competitions. Jeremy Doku's precise cut-back arrowed towards Haaland, and he timed his run perfectly to unleash a ferocious blast that whistled past Fulham keeper Bernd Leno from 12 yards.Haaland turned from scorer to provider in the 37th minute as City doubled their lead with another eye-catching effort. Showing strength and poise in equal measure, Haaland worked space to clip a pinpoint pass through to Reijnders, and the Dutch midfielder scooped a deft chip over Leno for his first goal since August.&nbsp;Foden notched City's third in the 44th minute, lashing a superb strike into the top corner from the edge of the area.&nbsp;Smith Rowe reduced the deficit in first-half stoppage-time, steering a header past Gianluigi Donnarumma from Harry Wilson's cross.&nbsp;But Foden, who also scored twice against Leeds, is back in form, and the England star appeared to put the result beyond doubt three minutes after the interval. The 25-year-old guided a composed finish past Leno from an acute angle after Haaland flicked Doku's pass towards the forward.&nbsp;City weren't finished, and in the 54th minute, Doku's curler from the edge of the area deflected in for Sander Berge's own goal. But Guardiola's men completely lost focus after that, and Alex Iwobi side-footed home from 18 yards in the 57th minute.&nbsp;When Samuel Chukwueze blasted his first goal for Fulham in the 72nd minute, City began to sweat, and their anxiety mounted six minutes later.&nbsp;Chukwueze squeezed his shot through a crowd of players after Donnarumma failed to deal with a corner.&nbsp;City finally battened down the hatches in eight minutes of stoppage time to ensure Haaland's big night wasn't eclipsed.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;

Lanky Haaland shattered the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer, who took 124 matches to reach 100 goals.

Erling Haaland made history as the Manchester City striker became the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals in a remarkable 5-4 win against Fulham on Tuesday. Haaland's clinical finish in the first half at Craven Cottage took him to his century in just 111 league appearances for City. He shattered the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer, who took 124 matches to reach 100 goals. After Haaland's landmark, Phil Foden scored twice to help City race into a 5-1 lead. But Fulham scored three times in a furious second-half fightback that fell just short when Josh King's shot was cleared off the line by Josko Gvardiol in the final seconds. Second-placed City moved within two points of leaders Arsenal, who host Brentford in their game in hand on Wednesday. "It's incredible, impressive. He was outstanding, today he was unbelievable. He made a fantastic goal. Hopefully, he's starving hungry to continue with this club to make more and more goals," City boss Pep Guardiola said of Haaland. Yet after squandering a two-goal advantage in their last-gasp 3-2 win against Leeds on Saturday, Guardiola was alarmed by the latest meltdown from his leaky defence. "Of course, I was concerned. But this will help us in future games. Every game is a new team for some players. You have to make a process to start to correct," he said. "I'm so old, and the players don't respect me! They don't have to treat their manager in that way. "It only happens in this league. We played a fantastic game. Listen, there were some really positive things in what we have done. In the end, it was a question of character and resilience." If City are to overhaul Arsenal and win the seventh English title of the Guardiola era, they will need Haaland to maintain his astonishingly prolific form. Haaland had failed to score in his previous three games against Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen and Leeds. The 25-year-old, signed from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, ended that mini-drought with the latest milestone in his glittering City career. City survive Haaland produced a sumptuous finish to put City ahead in the 17th minute, giving him 15 league goals this term and 20 in all competitions. Jeremy Doku's precise cut-back arrowed towards Haaland, and he timed his run perfectly to unleash a ferocious blast that whistled past Fulham keeper Bernd Leno from 12 yards. Haaland turned from scorer to provider in the 37th minute as City doubled their lead with another eye-catching effort. Showing strength and poise in equal measure, Haaland worked space to clip a pinpoint pass through to Reijnders, and the Dutch midfielder scooped a deft chip over Leno for his first goal since August. Foden notched City's third in the 44th minute, lashing a superb strike into the top corner from the edge of the area. Smith Rowe reduced the deficit in first-half stoppage-time, steering a header past Gianluigi Donnarumma from Harry Wilson's cross. But Foden, who also scored twice against Leeds, is back in form, and the England star appeared to put the result beyond doubt three minutes after the interval. The 25-year-old guided a composed finish past Leno from an acute angle after Haaland flicked Doku's pass towards the forward. City weren't finished, and in the 54th minute, Doku's curler from the edge of the area deflected in for Sander Berge's own goal. But Guardiola's men completely lost focus after that, and Alex Iwobi side-footed home from 18 yards in the 57th minute. When Samuel Chukwueze blasted his first goal for Fulham in the 72nd minute, City began to sweat, and their anxiety mounted six minutes later. Chukwueze squeezed his shot through a crowd of players after Donnarumma failed to deal with a corner. City finally battened down the hatches in eight minutes of stoppage time to ensure Haaland's big night wasn't eclipsed. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

Lanky Haaland shattered the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer, who took 124 matches to reach 100 goals.

Man City’s Haaland makes Premier League history in nine-goal thriller against Fulham

Former India captain Virat Kohli could be back in the List A format for the first time in 15 years; a return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy is on the cards. Virat, who is currently with the Indian team for the South Africa ODI series, could feature in India’s premier 50-over domestic competition as he boosts his chances of playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The talismanic batter on Sunday broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most hundreds in a single international format and could soon be back in the domestic circuit.<h2>Virat to return in Vijay Hazare Trophy?</h2>"Virat Kohli informed DDCA president Rohan Jaitley that he will play VHT, however, a final call will be taken only when he returns from London," a senior DDCA official said after WION reached out for a comment.&nbsp;The former India captain is scheduled to return to London after the end of the current India vs South Africa series and spend time with family. However, with the Vijay Hazare Trophy set to take place in the final week of December, Virat could feature if he decides to return to India. Virat made his return to the Ranji Trophy last year when his place in the Test team was in danger.&nbsp;However, despite a return to the domestic red-ball format, Virat announced his retirement from Tests.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Virat runs the show in Ranchi</h2>Playing in his 305th ODI against South Africa on Sunday, Virat was under pressure heading into the contest, having been dismissed for a duck in two matches in Australia. However, those critics were silenced after he scored his latest ton, which now sees him write his name in the record books. It took 101 balls for the Delhi-born batter to score his hundred, cementing his legacy as one of the best batters of all time.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Virat was later dismissed for 135, having notched 7 sixes and 11 fours during his 120-ball innings. He, along with Rohit Sharma, stitched a partnership of 136 runs for the second wicket before the former was scalped by Marco Jansen.

Virat Kohli, who is currently with the Indian team for the South Africa ODI series, could feature in India’s premier 50-over domestic competition as he boosts his chances of playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup. 

Former India captain Virat Kohli could be back in the List A format for the first time in 15 years; a return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy is on the cards. Virat, who is currently with the Indian team for the South Africa ODI series, could feature in India’s premier 50-over domestic competition as he boosts his chances of playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The talismanic batter on Sunday broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most hundreds in a single international format and could soon be back in the domestic circuit. Virat to return in Vijay Hazare Trophy? "Virat Kohli informed DDCA president Rohan Jaitley that he will play VHT, however, a final call will be taken only when he returns from London," a senior DDCA official said after WION reached out for a comment. The former India captain is scheduled to return to London after the end of the current India vs South Africa series and spend time with family. However, with the Vijay Hazare Trophy set to take place in the final week of December, Virat could feature if he decides to return to India. Virat made his return to the Ranji Trophy last year when his place in the Test team was in danger. However, despite a return to the domestic red-ball format, Virat announced his retirement from Tests. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Virat runs the show in Ranchi Playing in his 305th ODI against South Africa on Sunday, Virat was under pressure heading into the contest, having been dismissed for a duck in two matches in Australia. However, those critics were silenced after he scored his latest ton, which now sees him write his name in the record books. It took 101 balls for the Delhi-born batter to score his hundred, cementing his legacy as one of the best batters of all time. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Virat was later dismissed for 135, having notched 7 sixes and 11 fours during his 120-ball innings. He, along with Rohit Sharma, stitched a partnership of 136 runs for the second wicket before the former was scalped by Marco Jansen.

Virat Kohli, who is currently with the Indian team for the South Africa ODI series, could feature in India’s premier 50-over domestic competition as he boosts his chances of playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli to play in Vijay Hazare Trophy? Here's what we know so far

The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Tuesday opened the way for Russian and Belarusian skiers to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics by overturning a ban imposed by the international skiing body.&nbsp;CAS, the world's top sports court, said in a statement that "Russian and Belarusian athletes who meet the International Olympic Committee AIN (Individual Neutral Athletes) eligibility criteria should be allowed to participate" in qualification events organised by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).&nbsp;Russia welcomed the ruling and pointed to other decisions that could allow Russian bobsleigh and luge athletes to take part in the Winter Games in Milan-Cortina next year.&nbsp;Sports minister Mikhail Degtyarev noted "it is important that this is the third court decision in favour of Russia in winter Olympic sports".&nbsp;FIS had announced in October that it was banning athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing in its qualification events for the Olympics.&nbsp;Competitors in skiing and snowboarding from the two countries have been banned from FIS events since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, but they had hoped to participate under a neutral banner in the Milan-Cortina Games, which run from February 6 to 22.&nbsp;The International Olympic Committee had announced in September that athletes from Russia and Belarus would be allowed to compete at the Olympics under a neutral banner if they meet strict conditions.&nbsp;Those include competing under a neutral flag, taking part only in individual events and undergoing checks to prove that they did not actively support the war in Ukraine or have any links with the army.&nbsp;The same conditions applied to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics at which 15 Russians and 17 Belarusians competed, winning a combined five medals.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The IOC has also barred them from taking part in the opening ceremony or having their achievements recognised in the official medals table.&nbsp;The news is a boost for Russia's cross-country skiers.&nbsp;During the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing, Russia won almost a third of all cross-country skiing medals -- including four out of 12 gold medals.&nbsp;FIS's move to ban Russians and Belarusians followed in the footsteps of similar attempts by the governing bodies of biathlon and luge, although authorities from the sport of ice skating decided to give athletes from the two nations the chance to qualify.&nbsp;But in the ruling on Tuesday, CAS upheld two appeals -- one each by the the Russian and Belarusian skiing federations -- on the grounds that the FIS statutes "protect individuals from discrimination and require the FIS to be politically neutral".&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Historic judo move</h2>The ruling also frees up Russian and Belarusian athletes to try to qualify for the Paralympics.&nbsp;The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) in September lifted its partial suspension on Russian and Belarusian athletes, meaning that they would be able to compete at the Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games from March 6 to 15 under their own flags.&nbsp;However, the IPC said that no athletes from either country were likely to qualify.&nbsp;Sporting powerhouse Russia has been deprived of its colours in the Olympic arena since 2016, initially due to the state-orchestrated doping scandal and later over the invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;Its ally Belarus was sanctioned in 2022 for providing its territory to facilitate Russia's invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;Russia has been effectively shut out from international sporting competitions, including football, since it invaded Ukraine but some sports governing bodies have recently relaxed their constraints.&nbsp;Last week, Russia's judo federation hailed "a historic decision" by the sport's global governing body the IJF to allow their judoka to compete under their national flag, a move which Ukraine's judo federation described as being contrary to "peace, justice, and responsibility".&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

CAS, the world's top sports court, said in a statement that "Russian and Belarusian athletes who meet the International Olympic Committee AIN (Individual Neutral Athletes) eligibility criteria should be allowed to participate" in qualification events.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Tuesday opened the way for Russian and Belarusian skiers to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics by overturning a ban imposed by the international skiing body. CAS, the world's top sports court, said in a statement that "Russian and Belarusian athletes who meet the International Olympic Committee AIN (Individual Neutral Athletes) eligibility criteria should be allowed to participate" in qualification events organised by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS). Russia welcomed the ruling and pointed to other decisions that could allow Russian bobsleigh and luge athletes to take part in the Winter Games in Milan-Cortina next year. Sports minister Mikhail Degtyarev noted "it is important that this is the third court decision in favour of Russia in winter Olympic sports". FIS had announced in October that it was banning athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing in its qualification events for the Olympics. Competitors in skiing and snowboarding from the two countries have been banned from FIS events since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, but they had hoped to participate under a neutral banner in the Milan-Cortina Games, which run from February 6 to 22. The International Olympic Committee had announced in September that athletes from Russia and Belarus would be allowed to compete at the Olympics under a neutral banner if they meet strict conditions. Those include competing under a neutral flag, taking part only in individual events and undergoing checks to prove that they did not actively support the war in Ukraine or have any links with the army. The same conditions applied to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics at which 15 Russians and 17 Belarusians competed, winning a combined five medals. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes The IOC has also barred them from taking part in the opening ceremony or having their achievements recognised in the official medals table. The news is a boost for Russia's cross-country skiers. During the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing, Russia won almost a third of all cross-country skiing medals -- including four out of 12 gold medals. FIS's move to ban Russians and Belarusians followed in the footsteps of similar attempts by the governing bodies of biathlon and luge, although authorities from the sport of ice skating decided to give athletes from the two nations the chance to qualify. But in the ruling on Tuesday, CAS upheld two appeals -- one each by the the Russian and Belarusian skiing federations -- on the grounds that the FIS statutes "protect individuals from discrimination and require the FIS to be politically neutral". ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Historic judo move The ruling also frees up Russian and Belarusian athletes to try to qualify for the Paralympics. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) in September lifted its partial suspension on Russian and Belarusian athletes, meaning that they would be able to compete at the Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games from March 6 to 15 under their own flags. However, the IPC said that no athletes from either country were likely to qualify. Sporting powerhouse Russia has been deprived of its colours in the Olympic arena since 2016, initially due to the state-orchestrated doping scandal and later over the invasion of Ukraine. Its ally Belarus was sanctioned in 2022 for providing its territory to facilitate Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia has been effectively shut out from international sporting competitions, including football, since it invaded Ukraine but some sports governing bodies have recently relaxed their constraints. Last week, Russia's judo federation hailed "a historic decision" by the sport's global governing body the IJF to allow their judoka to compete under their national flag, a move which Ukraine's judo federation described as being contrary to "peace, justice, and responsibility". Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

CAS, the world's top sports court, said in a statement that "Russian and Belarusian athletes who meet the International Olympic Committee AIN (Individual Neutral Athletes) eligibility criteria should be allowed to participate" in qualification events.

CAS allows Russian, Belarusian skiers to qualify for 2026 Winter Olympics

Hardik Pandya is all set for a return to the Indian T20I squad as the Men in Blue prepare for the South Africa series, with little over two months to go for the T20 World Cup. According to media reports, Hardik could be back in frame after missing the Australia series with an injury, while T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill is likely to sit out with continued back spasm. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce the squad for the T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday (Dec 3), with the curtain-raiser on December 9 in Cuttack.<h2>Hardik to play, Gill out</h2>According to a report from Espncricinfo, Hardik is likely to be available for selection and has passed the fitness test from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. He has not played for India since the Asia Cup Super Four contest against Sri Lanka in September. However, his return should be a welcome boost to the Indian side, who are now preparing for the T20 World Cup. Gill has represented India in 120 T20Is, scoring 1860 runs with a best of an unbeaten 71.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;On the other hand, Gill is set to miss the T20I series as he recovers from the back spasm suffered in the South Africa Test series. Gill had to withdraw from the Kolkata Test, leaving the hosts one batter short before losing by 30 runs.<h2>When is the squad announcement?</h2>According to media reports, the Indian team will be announced on Wednesday as the likes of Suryakumar Yadav and others set to return. The squad is expected to feature familiar faces, including Abhishek Sharma, while Yashasvi Jaiswal is likely to return due to Gill’s injury. Hardik Pandya or Jaiswal are likely to be named vice-captain, while question marks are also there on the availability of Sanju Samson, with Jitesh Sharma knocking on the doors.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Schedule for India vs South Africa T20I Series</h2>1st T20I – Tuesday, December 9, Cuttack2nd T20I – Thursday, December 11, Mullanpur3rd T20I – Sunday, December 14, Dharamsala4th T20I – Wednesday, December 17, Lucknow5th T20I – Friday, December 19, Ahmedabad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce the squad for the T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday (Dec 3), with the curtain-raiser on December 9 in Cuttack.

Hardik Pandya is all set for a return to the Indian T20I squad as the Men in Blue prepare for the South Africa series, with little over two months to go for the T20 World Cup. According to media reports, Hardik could be back in frame after missing the Australia series with an injury, while T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill is likely to sit out with continued back spasm. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce the squad for the T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday (Dec 3), with the curtain-raiser on December 9 in Cuttack. Hardik to play, Gill out According to a report from Espncricinfo, Hardik is likely to be available for selection and has passed the fitness test from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. He has not played for India since the Asia Cup Super Four contest against Sri Lanka in September. However, his return should be a welcome boost to the Indian side, who are now preparing for the T20 World Cup. Gill has represented India in 120 T20Is, scoring 1860 runs with a best of an unbeaten 71. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes On the other hand, Gill is set to miss the T20I series as he recovers from the back spasm suffered in the South Africa Test series. Gill had to withdraw from the Kolkata Test, leaving the hosts one batter short before losing by 30 runs. When is the squad announcement? According to media reports, the Indian team will be announced on Wednesday as the likes of Suryakumar Yadav and others set to return. The squad is expected to feature familiar faces, including Abhishek Sharma, while Yashasvi Jaiswal is likely to return due to Gill’s injury. Hardik Pandya or Jaiswal are likely to be named vice-captain, while question marks are also there on the availability of Sanju Samson, with Jitesh Sharma knocking on the doors. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Schedule for India vs South Africa T20I Series 1st T20I – Tuesday, December 9, Cuttack 2nd T20I – Thursday, December 11, Mullanpur 3rd T20I – Sunday, December 14, Dharamsala 4th T20I – Wednesday, December 17, Lucknow 5th T20I – Friday, December 19, Ahmedabad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce the squad for the T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday (Dec 3), with the curtain-raiser on December 9 in Cuttack.

IND vs SA: Hardik Pandya set for T20I return, Shubman Gill unlikely to feature - Report

India and South Africa will soon lock horns in a five-match T20I series as both teams meet in the build-up to the T20 World Cup 2026. The series, which will see the return of captain Suryakumar Yadav and other old foes, will be crucial as the Men in Blue look to build momentum for the World Cup, where they are the defending champions. So ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. &nbsp;&nbsp;When will the India vs South Africa T20I series begin?The India vs South Africa T20I series will begin on Tuesday (Dec 9) after the Test and ODI series.&nbsp;When will the India vs South Africa T20I series commence?All T20I matches in the India vs South Africa will start with a standard kick-off of 7:00 pm IST while the toss will take place at 6:30 pm IST.&nbsp;&nbsp;Which TV channels will telecast India vs South Africa T20I matches in India?Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights to matches played in India and will broadcast the South Africa T20I series.&nbsp;How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa T20I matches in India?JioHotstar app will livestream the India vs South Africa T20I matches in India.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Squads</h2>India: Yet to be announced&nbsp;South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Donovan Ferreira, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Tristan Stubbs.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Schedule for India vs South Africa T20I Series</h2>1st T20I – Tuesday, December 9, Cuttack2nd T20I – Thursday, December 11, Mullanpur3rd T20I – Sunday, December 14, Dharamsala4th T20I – Wednesday, December 17, Lucknow5th T20I – Friday, December 19, Ahmedabad

As the Men in Blue build momentum for the upcoming T20 World Cup, here are all the details of the T20I series, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details.  

India and South Africa will soon lock horns in a five-match T20I series as both teams meet in the build-up to the T20 World Cup 2026. The series, which will see the return of captain Suryakumar Yadav and other old foes, will be crucial as the Men in Blue look to build momentum for the World Cup, where they are the defending champions. So ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. When will the India vs South Africa T20I series begin? The India vs South Africa T20I series will begin on Tuesday (Dec 9) after the Test and ODI series. When will the India vs South Africa T20I series commence? All T20I matches in the India vs South Africa will start with a standard kick-off of 7:00 pm IST while the toss will take place at 6:30 pm IST. Which TV channels will telecast India vs South Africa T20I matches in India? Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights to matches played in India and will broadcast the South Africa T20I series. How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa T20I matches in India? JioHotstar app will livestream the India vs South Africa T20I matches in India. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Squads India: Yet to be announced South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Donovan Ferreira, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Tristan Stubbs. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Schedule for India vs South Africa T20I Series 1st T20I – Tuesday, December 9, Cuttack 2nd T20I – Thursday, December 11, Mullanpur 3rd T20I – Sunday, December 14, Dharamsala 4th T20I – Wednesday, December 17, Lucknow 5th T20I – Friday, December 19, Ahmedabad

As the Men in Blue build momentum for the upcoming T20 World Cup, here are all the details of the T20I series, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. &nbsp;

IND vs SA, T20I series: Here's all you need to know, including live streaming, schedule, squads and key details

India will aim to seal the three-match ODI series on Wednesday (Dec 3) when they face South Africa in the second match at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. India already leads 1-0 after a close 17-run win in the opening match in Ranchi. In the first ODI, Virat Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century and helped India to reach 349 for eight after being sent in to bat.&nbsp;&nbsp;South Africa’s chase got off to a poor start, with Ryan Rickelton and Quinton de Kock both dismissed for zero in the second over. Stand-in captain Aiden Markram also fell early, but the middle order kept the fight alive.&nbsp;Tony de Zorzi, Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch steadied the innings and pushed the match into the final over. However, Prasidh Krishna dismissed Bosch in the final over and sealed a 17-run victory for India.&nbsp;For the second ODI, South Africa is likely to bring back Temba Bavuma and Keshav Maharaj, who were rested in the first match.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-aussie-opener-khawaja-out-of-brisbane-test-who-will-open-now-1764659426367">Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now?</a><h2>India vs South Africa 2nd ODI live telecast and streaming details</h2>As the crucial clash between India and South Africa approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.<h2>When does the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match take place?</h2>The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI will be played on Wednesday, December 3.<h2>What is the venue of the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match?</h2>The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI match will be held at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur.<h2>At what time will the toss for the IND vs SA 2nd ODI take place?</h2>The toss for the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be held at 1:00 PM IST.<h2>At what time will the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match begin?</h2>The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI match will begin at 1:30 PM IST.<h2>Which TV channel will live telecast the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match in India?</h2>The live telecast of the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be available on the Star Sports network in India.<h2>How to watch the live streaming of the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match in India?</h2>Live streaming of the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.

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

India will aim to seal the three-match ODI series on Wednesday (Dec 3) when they face South Africa in the second match at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. India already leads 1-0 after a close 17-run win in the opening match in Ranchi. In the first ODI, Virat Kohli smashed his 52nd ODI century and helped India to reach 349 for eight after being sent in to bat. South Africa’s chase got off to a poor start, with Ryan Rickelton and Quinton de Kock both dismissed for zero in the second over. Stand-in captain Aiden Markram also fell early, but the middle order kept the fight alive. Tony de Zorzi, Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch steadied the innings and pushed the match into the final over. However, Prasidh Krishna dismissed Bosch in the final over and sealed a 17-run victory for India. For the second ODI, South Africa is likely to bring back Temba Bavuma and Keshav Maharaj, who were rested in the first match. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now? India vs South Africa 2nd ODI live telecast and streaming details As the crucial clash between India and South Africa approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. When does the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match take place? The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI will be played on Wednesday, December 3. What is the venue of the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match? The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI match will be held at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. At what time will the toss for the IND vs SA 2nd ODI take place? The toss for the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be held at 1:00 PM IST. At what time will the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match begin? The 2nd India vs South Africa ODI match will begin at 1:30 PM IST. Which TV channel will live telecast the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match in India? The live telecast of the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be available on the Star Sports network in India. How to watch the live streaming of the IND vs SA 2nd ODI match in India? Live streaming of the India vs South Africa 2nd ODI will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.

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

IND vs SA, 2nd ODI: When and where to watch India vs South Africa match live streaming in India?

Arne Slot admitted on Tuesday that "superhuman" Mohamed Salah was unhappy about being omitted from Liverpool's team for their vital 2-0 win against West Ham, but praised his attitude. The Egypt forward was an unused substitute at the London Stadium on Sunday as Liverpool boss Slot made changes following a terrible run of nine defeats in 12 games in all competitions. Misfiring Salah, 33, has scored just four Premier League goals this season -- in stark contrast to his haul of 29 last season, a tally that won him the Golden Boot.&nbsp;Slot told reporters that during his reign as manager at Anfield, Salah had been a "superhuman being" but that he had not been at his best in recent weeks.&nbsp;"As with all players around the world, there are also phases in your time at the club that you are human," he said. "But he's scored so many goals for us and I'm sure he will in the future."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smat-2025-26-vaibhav-suryavanshi-scripts-history-becomes-youngest-to-achieve-this-milestone-1764662741891">SMAT: Suryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest to achieve THIS milestone</a>&nbsp;Slot, whose eighth-placed team host high-flying Sunderland on Wednesday, said he was not surprised by Salah's reaction to being left out, praising his professionalism.&nbsp;"That's a normal reaction from a player that's good enough to play for us," he said. "And I say it mildly, because he's been so outstanding for this club for so many years, and will be for us in the future.&nbsp;"So, yeah, of course a player isn't happy when they're not playing. He wasn't the only one who wasn't happy that he wasn't starting, I can tell you."&nbsp;The Dutchman said that Salah had been supportive of his teammates.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-aussie-opener-khawaja-out-of-brisbane-test-who-will-open-now-1764659426367">Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now?</a>&nbsp;"You cannot be a player that's available every three days and play on that high standard if you go with your emotions," he said.&nbsp;"But Mo is so disciplined, knows what to do to stay fit, and no matter if he plays well, doesn't play well, if he plays or if he doesn't play, he will always be that top professional."Slot said that Salah was scheduled to leave for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15.&nbsp;"As always in these situations, there's a player involved, there's the nation involved -- Egypt in this situation -- and the club. And there are always talks about what is best for all three of us," he said.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for&nbsp;WION&nbsp;audience.

Slot told reporters that during his reign as manager at Anfield, Salah had been a "superhuman being" but that he had not been at his best in recent weeks.

Arne Slot admitted on Tuesday that "superhuman" Mohamed Salah was unhappy about being omitted from Liverpool's team for their vital 2-0 win against West Ham, but praised his attitude. The Egypt forward was an unused substitute at the London Stadium on Sunday as Liverpool boss Slot made changes following a terrible run of nine defeats in 12 games in all competitions. Misfiring Salah, 33, has scored just four Premier League goals this season -- in stark contrast to his haul of 29 last season, a tally that won him the Golden Boot. Slot told reporters that during his reign as manager at Anfield, Salah had been a "superhuman being" but that he had not been at his best in recent weeks. "As with all players around the world, there are also phases in your time at the club that you are human," he said. "But he's scored so many goals for us and I'm sure he will in the future." Also Read - SMAT: Suryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest to achieve THIS milestone Slot, whose eighth-placed team host high-flying Sunderland on Wednesday, said he was not surprised by Salah's reaction to being left out, praising his professionalism. "That's a normal reaction from a player that's good enough to play for us," he said. "And I say it mildly, because he's been so outstanding for this club for so many years, and will be for us in the future. "So, yeah, of course a player isn't happy when they're not playing. He wasn't the only one who wasn't happy that he wasn't starting, I can tell you." The Dutchman said that Salah had been supportive of his teammates. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Aussie opener Khawaja out of Brisbane Test - Who will open now? "You cannot be a player that's available every three days and play on that high standard if you go with your emotions," he said. "But Mo is so disciplined, knows what to do to stay fit, and no matter if he plays well, doesn't play well, if he plays or if he doesn't play, he will always be that top professional." Slot said that Salah was scheduled to leave for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15. "As always in these situations, there's a player involved, there's the nation involved -- Egypt in this situation -- and the club. And there are always talks about what is best for all three of us," he said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Slot told reporters that during his reign as manager at Anfield, Salah had been a "superhuman being" but that he had not been at his best in recent weeks.

Premier League: Mohamed Salah unhappy after being dropped, says Liverpool's Arne Slot

Former England batter Robin Smith has died at the age of 62, English county side Hampshire announced on Tuesday.&nbsp;The South African-born Smith, who played 62 Tests between 1988 and 1996, died unexpectedly on Monday in Australia, where he lived, his family said.&nbsp;"It is with the deepest and most profound sense of sadness and loss that we must announce the passing of Robin Arnold Smith, beloved father of Harrison and Margaux and cherished brother of Christopher," Smith's family said in a statement released by Hampshire Cricket.&nbsp;"Robin died unexpectedly at his South Perth apartment on Monday 1st December. The cause of his death is at present unknown."&nbsp;Smith, nicknamed the "Judge", had recently met with the England Lions squad, England's second-tier side, in Perth ahead of the first Ashes Test at the invitation of coach Andrew Flintoff.&nbsp;"Robin rose to fame as one of England's most charismatic and popular players," Smith's family said.&nbsp;"A brave and dashing batsman, he excelled both for Hampshire and his adopted country collecting legions of admirers and friends along the way."&nbsp;It added: "Since his retirement from the game in 2004 his battles with alcohol and mental health have been well documented but these should not form the basis of speculation about the cause of death which will be determined at postmortem investigation."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Smith scored 4,236 Test runs for England, including nine centuries, at an average of 43.67.He scored 2,419 runs at 39.01 in 71 one-day internationals.&nbsp;Hampshire chairman Rod Bransgrove said: "Robin Smith is one of the greatest, if not the greatest, of all time Hampshire cricket heroes.&nbsp;"He was a batsman of awesome power and control and amongst the most courageous players this club has ever seen -- especially against bowling of real pace."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson said: "Robin Smith was a player who stood toe to toe with some of the quickest bowlers in the world, meeting spells of hostile fast bowling with a defiant smile and an incredible resilience.&nbsp;"He did so in a way that gave England fans enormous pride, and no shortage of entertainment.&nbsp;"He was a batter ahead of his time which was typified in that unforgettable unbeaten 167 from 163 balls in a one-day international against Australia at Edgbaston in 1993."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Robin Smith, who played 62 Tests between 1988 and 1996, died unexpectedly on Monday in Australia, where he lived, his family said.

Former England batter Robin Smith has died at the age of 62, English county side Hampshire announced on Tuesday. The South African-born Smith, who played 62 Tests between 1988 and 1996, died unexpectedly on Monday in Australia, where he lived, his family said. "It is with the deepest and most profound sense of sadness and loss that we must announce the passing of Robin Arnold Smith, beloved father of Harrison and Margaux and cherished brother of Christopher," Smith's family said in a statement released by Hampshire Cricket. "Robin died unexpectedly at his South Perth apartment on Monday 1st December. The cause of his death is at present unknown." Smith, nicknamed the "Judge", had recently met with the England Lions squad, England's second-tier side, in Perth ahead of the first Ashes Test at the invitation of coach Andrew Flintoff. "Robin rose to fame as one of England's most charismatic and popular players," Smith's family said. "A brave and dashing batsman, he excelled both for Hampshire and his adopted country collecting legions of admirers and friends along the way." It added: "Since his retirement from the game in 2004 his battles with alcohol and mental health have been well documented but these should not form the basis of speculation about the cause of death which will be determined at postmortem investigation." ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Smith scored 4,236 Test runs for England, including nine centuries, at an average of 43.67. He scored 2,419 runs at 39.01 in 71 one-day internationals. Hampshire chairman Rod Bransgrove said: "Robin Smith is one of the greatest, if not the greatest, of all time Hampshire cricket heroes. "He was a batsman of awesome power and control and amongst the most courageous players this club has ever seen -- especially against bowling of real pace." ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes England and Wales Cricket Board chairman Richard Thompson said: "Robin Smith was a player who stood toe to toe with some of the quickest bowlers in the world, meeting spells of hostile fast bowling with a defiant smile and an incredible resilience. "He did so in a way that gave England fans enormous pride, and no shortage of entertainment. "He was a batter ahead of his time which was typified in that unforgettable unbeaten 167 from 163 balls in a one-day international against Australia at Edgbaston in 1993." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Robin Smith, who played 62 Tests between 1988 and 1996, died unexpectedly on Monday in Australia, where he lived, his family said.

Former England, Hampshire batter Robin Smith dies aged 62

Former head coach of Hungary and Great Britain Ice Hockey national team, Darryl Easson, has backed India’s potential to succeed in the sport as the build-up for the latest season of Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League begins. Easson, who is in India and leading the referee training programme organised by Royal Enfield, also stated that India can achieve success sooner rather than later with the World Championships. While speaking exclusively to WION, Easson also backed India for success in the winter Olympics, which remains a primary aim for the nation in ice hockey and winter sports.&nbsp;Question: Where do you see India in Ice Hockey coaching and referee training programs that have elevated the standards?India has great potential, and considering the response we have received, there is no doubt that it will succeed. We have got a great set of players coming through the ranks, especially from the Himalayan regions of Leh and Spiti. Yes, there are challenges, but India has the potential to play in the Ice Hockey World Championships in the next two to three years.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Question: What is the set of challenges you have come across while implementing the training program?Well, there were a lot of challenges in the first year; we had to start from scratch. But since last year, things have improved and we have got a good response. Royal Enfield has played a crucial role in establishing a link between the grassroots and international standards. Their support has helped us navigate a lot of problems. Now we have more people involved in the game, more stakeholders and therefore more attention.&nbsp;We have also addressed the issue of ice rings for practice and world-class infrastructure is already in place.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Question: India is targeting success at the 2042 Winter Olympics, is the nation on the right track with the coaching and referee training program?Definitely, India is already on the right track and is trying to get the best out of the players. The current set of players has already started working on minute aspects of the game, which is quite important. Players are showing signs of improvement day by day. If these standards are maintained with consistency along with improved results, it won’t be long before we see India succeeding at the Winter Olympics. &nbsp;

While speaking exclusively to WION, Darryl Easson also backed India for success in the winter Olympics, which remains a primary aim for the nation in ice hockey and winter sports.

Former head coach of Hungary and Great Britain Ice Hockey national team, Darryl Easson, has backed India’s potential to succeed in the sport as the build-up for the latest season of Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League begins. Easson, who is in India and leading the referee training programme organised by Royal Enfield, also stated that India can achieve success sooner rather than later with the World Championships. While speaking exclusively to WION, Easson also backed India for success in the winter Olympics, which remains a primary aim for the nation in ice hockey and winter sports. Question: Where do you see India in Ice Hockey coaching and referee training programs that have elevated the standards? India has great potential, and considering the response we have received, there is no doubt that it will succeed. We have got a great set of players coming through the ranks, especially from the Himalayan regions of Leh and Spiti. Yes, there are challenges, but India has the potential to play in the Ice Hockey World Championships in the next two to three years. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Question: What is the set of challenges you have come across while implementing the training program? Well, there were a lot of challenges in the first year; we had to start from scratch. But since last year, things have improved and we have got a good response. Royal Enfield has played a crucial role in establishing a link between the grassroots and international standards. Their support has helped us navigate a lot of problems. Now we have more people involved in the game, more stakeholders and therefore more attention. We have also addressed the issue of ice rings for practice and world-class infrastructure is already in place. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Question: India is targeting success at the 2042 Winter Olympics, is the nation on the right track with the coaching and referee training program? Definitely, India is already on the right track and is trying to get the best out of the players. The current set of players has already started working on minute aspects of the game, which is quite important. Players are showing signs of improvement day by day. If these standards are maintained with consistency along with improved results, it won’t be long before we see India succeeding at the Winter Olympics.

While speaking exclusively to WION, Darryl Easson also backed India for success in the winter Olympics, which remains a primary aim for the nation in ice hockey and winter sports.

Exclusive: Darryl Easson backs India for Ice Hockey World Championships, says 'India have the potential'

From Abhishek Sharma to Sahibzada Farhan, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC T20I batting rankings 2025. This list also includes Phil Salt, Pathum Nissanka and Jos Buttler 

From Abhishek Sharma to Sahibzada Farhan, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC T20I batting rankings 2025. This list also includes Phil Salt, Pathum Nissanka and Jos Buttler&nbsp;

Abhishek tops latest ICC T20I batting rankings 2025, check where Pak's Sahibzada Farhan stands

India's young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi once again proved why many see him as the next big star in world cricket. The young batter set another milestone by scoring his first-ever century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) during Bihar’s match against Maharashtra on Tuesday (Dec 2) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After a slow start to the 2025-26 SMAT season, where he made only 32 runs in his first three matches, the 14-year-old made a strong comeback.&nbsp;&nbsp;On a difficult Eden Garden pitch, Suryavanshi stayed calm at the start and then shifted gears, ending with a superb innings of unbeaten 108 runs from 61 balls, including seven fours and as many sixes.&nbsp;&nbsp;With this brilliant knock, Suryavanshi broke a 12-year-old record previously held by Vijay Zol, who also played for Maharashtra, to become the youngest player ever to score a century in the tournament history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-mini-auction-cameron-green-among-45-players-with-highest-base-price-2-crore-no-glenn-maxwell-1764652609174">IPL 2026 mini-auction: Green among 45 players with highest base price; no Glenn Maxwell</a><h2>Youngest centuries in SMAT history</h2><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Name</td><td>Age</td><td>Team</td><td>Opponent</td><td>Runs</td><td>Venue</td><td>Year</td></tr><tr><td>Vaibhav Suryavanshi</td><td>14 years, 250 days</td><td>Bihar</td><td>Maharashtra</td><td>108</td><td>Kolkata</td><td>2025</td></tr><tr><td>Vijay Zol</td><td>18 years, 118 days</td><td>Maharashtra</td><td>Mumbai</td><td>109</td><td>Ahmedabad</td><td>2013</td></tr><tr><td>Ayush Mhatre</td><td>18 years, 135 Days</td><td>Mumbai</td><td>Vidarbha</td><td>110</td><td>Lucknow</td><td>2025</td></tr><tr><td>Ayush Mhatre</td><td>18 years, 137 Days</td><td>Mumbai</td><td>Andhra Pradesh</td><td>104</td><td>Lucknow</td><td>2025</td></tr><tr><td>Shaik Rasheed</td><td>19 years, 25 Days</td><td>Andhra Pradesh</td><td>Arunachal Pradesh</td><td>100</td><td>Ranchi</td><td>2023</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

While Vaibhav grabbed the main headlines, another standout performance came from Ahmedabad, where Devdutt Padikkal smashed a brilliant century for Karnataka against Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;&nbsp;Opening with Mayank Agarwal, Padikkal reached his century in just 45 deliveries. He stayed unbeaten on 102, hitting 10 fours and six sixes and helped his team to score a strong total of 245 for three in 20 overs.

While Vaibhav grabbed the main headlines, another standout performance came from Ahmedabad, where Devdutt Padikkal smashed a brilliant century for Karnataka against Tamil Nadu. 

India's young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi once again proved why many see him as the next big star in world cricket. The young batter set another milestone by scoring his first-ever century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) during Bihar’s match against Maharashtra on Tuesday (Dec 2) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After a slow start to the 2025-26 SMAT season, where he made only 32 runs in his first three matches, the 14-year-old made a strong comeback. On a difficult Eden Garden pitch, Suryavanshi stayed calm at the start and then shifted gears, ending with a superb innings of unbeaten 108 runs from 61 balls, including seven fours and as many sixes. With this brilliant knock, Suryavanshi broke a 12-year-old record previously held by Vijay Zol, who also played for Maharashtra, to become the youngest player ever to score a century in the tournament history. Also Read - IPL 2026 mini-auction: Green among 45 players with highest base price; no Glenn Maxwell Youngest centuries in SMAT history Name Age Team Opponent Runs Venue Year Vaibhav Suryavanshi 14 years, 250 days Bihar Maharashtra 108 Kolkata 2025 Vijay Zol 18 years, 118 days Maharashtra Mumbai 109 Ahmedabad 2013 Ayush Mhatre 18 years, 135 Days Mumbai Vidarbha 110 Lucknow 2025 Ayush Mhatre 18 years, 137 Days Mumbai Andhra Pradesh 104 Lucknow 2025 Shaik Rasheed 19 years, 25 Days Andhra Pradesh Arunachal Pradesh 100 Ranchi 2023

While Vaibhav grabbed the main headlines, another standout performance came from Ahmedabad, where Devdutt Padikkal smashed a brilliant century for Karnataka against Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;

SMAT 2025-26: Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest to achieve THIS milestone

IPL seems to lose some of its biggest match-winners lately. After Faf du Plessis opted out of IPL 2026 to explore options elsewhere, former KKR all-rounder Andre Russell, whom his franchise released ahead of the mini-auction, announced IPL retirement. While his absence came as a blow to the cash-rich league, his counterpart and fellow champion all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is the latest to join the list. On Tuesday (Dec 2), Maxwell took to his Instagram handle and announced his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-mini-auction-cameron-green-among-45-players-with-highest-base-price-2-crore-no-glenn-maxwell-1764652609174">decision to skip registering for IPL 2026 mini-auction</a>, hinting at quitting his IPL career.&nbsp;Maxwell announced his decision to withdraw his name from this year’s mini-auction on the back of his horrendous IPL 2025. In seven contested matches for his former franchise (Punjab Kings) last season, Maxwell scored just 48 runs, averaging eight while striking at 97.96. &nbsp;In an emotional social media post, Maxwell expressed gratitude, thanking the fans and the teams for their support over the years. &nbsp;“After many unforgettable seasons in the IPL, I've decided not to put my name into the auction this year. It's a big call, and one I make with a lot of gratitude for everything this league has given me. &nbsp;“The IPL has helped shape me as a cricketer and as a person. I've been lucky to play with world-class teammates, represent incredible franchises, and perform in front of fans whose passion is unmatched. The memories, the challenges, and the energy of India will stay with me forever. Thank you for all your support over the years, hopefully, see you soon. Cheers, Maxi,” he wrote on his Instagram handle.

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Maxwell made his IPL debut (13 years ago) in 2012, and since has featured in 141 matches for several teams, hitting 2819 runs, with 95 being his highest. Although his batting average reads a paltry 23.89, his strike rate (155.15) reflects his impact on the game, this league and its fans.&nbsp; &nbsp;With the ball in hand, the part-time spinner has picked up 41 wickets at 8.30 economy, four of which came in the past season.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although he hasn’t officially announced his IPL retirement, Maxwell’s decision to skip next year’s auction, at 37, makes it unlikely for him to reconsider his decision in the coming years.

Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, scheduled in Abu Dhabi on December 16, several marquee players have decided against registering their names.

IPL seems to lose some of its biggest match-winners lately. After Faf du Plessis opted out of IPL 2026 to explore options elsewhere, former KKR all-rounder Andre Russell, whom his franchise released ahead of the mini-auction, announced IPL retirement. While his absence came as a blow to the cash-rich league, his counterpart and fellow champion all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is the latest to join the list. On Tuesday (Dec 2), Maxwell took to his Instagram handle and announced his decision to skip registering for IPL 2026 mini-auction, hinting at quitting his IPL career. Maxwell announced his decision to withdraw his name from this year’s mini-auction on the back of his horrendous IPL 2025. In seven contested matches for his former franchise (Punjab Kings) last season, Maxwell scored just 48 runs, averaging eight while striking at 97.96. In an emotional social media post, Maxwell expressed gratitude, thanking the fans and the teams for their support over the years. “After many unforgettable seasons in the IPL, I've decided not to put my name into the auction this year. It's a big call, and one I make with a lot of gratitude for everything this league has given me. “The IPL has helped shape me as a cricketer and as a person. I've been lucky to play with world-class teammates, represent incredible franchises, and perform in front of fans whose passion is unmatched. The memories, the challenges, and the energy of India will stay with me forever. Thank you for all your support over the years, hopefully, see you soon. Cheers, Maxi,” he wrote on his Instagram handle.

Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, scheduled in Abu Dhabi on December 16, several marquee players have decided against registering their names.

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Rohit Sharma unveils India's 2026 T20 World Cup jersey, says 'pride remains the same'

IPL 2026 auction: No foreign player can cross INR 18 crore price tag - Read Why

Watch: Ruturaj Gaikwad narrowly escapes Virat's killer shot, reaction goes viral

Ashes: England picked Jacks because they didn't want best spinner in Brisbane?

IND vs SA: Shubman Gill returns to T20 side, but availability subject to fitness

King Kohli slams back-to-back tons against South Africa; internet blown away

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli continues purple patch, smashes back-to-back hundreds

Gill nears full fitness as selectors likely to pick him for SA T20Is – Report

IND vs SA: India's BEST pacer in Ranchi ODI punished for Code of Conduct breach

Ashes: Smith takes inspiration from WI great in bid to better pink-ball numbers

Ashes, Gabba Test: Pat Cummins' shock return on cards as AUS delay naming XI

IND vs SA, 2nd ODI, Raipur: Will India make any change? Check out match preview

Ashes - ‘Australia is the best country…,’ ENG captain Stokes on life Down Under

Barcelona extend La Liga lead with comeback win over rivals Atletico Madrid

Haaland makes Premier League history in nine-goal thriller against Fulham

Virat Kohli to play in Vijay Hazare Trophy? Here's what we know so far

CAS allows Russian, Belarusian skiers to qualify for 2026 Winter Olympics

IND vs SA: Pandya set for T20I return, Gill unlikely to feature - Report

IND vs SA, T20I series: Here's all you need to know - live streaming and more

IND vs SA, 2nd ODI: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?

Premier League: Salah unhappy after being dropped, says Liverpool's Arne Slot

Former England, Hampshire batter Robin Smith dies aged 62

Exclusive: Darryl Easson backs India for Ice Hockey World Championships

Abhishek tops latest ICC T20I rankings 2025, check where Sahibzada Farhan stands

SMAT: Suryavanshi scripts history, becomes youngest to achieve THIS milestone

Champion Aussie all-rounder hints at IPL exit in emotional social media post