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5 Indian batters with most sixes in Test cricket: Pant goes past Sehwag, no Kohli in list

Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi claimed pole for the sprint race and the Valencia Grand Prix, the 22nd and final round of the MotoGP season, after setting the fastest time in qualifying on Saturday. The 27-year-old Italian continued his outstanding form from last weekend when he crushed the opposition with a commanding win in Portugal.&nbsp;This time it was a touch narrower as his new lap record time of 1min 28.83sec was just 0.02 sec quicker than Alex Marquez (Ducati-Gresini).&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-5-bowlers-fastest-to-150-wickets-in-indian-premier-league-lasith-malinga-yuzvendra-chahal-rashid-khan-jasprit-bumrah-dwayne-bravo-1763207028173">Meet top 5 bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in Indian Premier League</a>&nbsp;"It was super cool. I had a lot of fun in that lap," said Bezzecchi who posted his fifth pole of the season.&nbsp;Fellow Italian Fabio Di Giannantonio (Ducati-VR46) qualified third and will join them, on the front row of the grid.&nbsp;Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse-Aprilia), Pedro Acosta (KTM) and 2021 world champion Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) are on the second row.&nbsp;Two-time world champion Francesco Bagnaia failed to make the second qualifying session and will start 16th after suffering a problem with his Ducati at the end of Q1.&nbsp;Last year's champion Jorge Martin (Aprilia), who returned to competition after being injured in a crash in Japan at the end of September, will start 17th.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-announces-schedule-for-first-women-s-emerging-nations-trophy-in-bangkok-from-november-20-check-schedule-here-1763204037311">ICC announces schedule for first Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok</a>&nbsp;The Spaniard, who has missed 14 of the 22 races this season, is using the race to "get some laps in and gather information" for next year, rather than fight for the podium this weekend.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the new world champion Marc Marquez will again be absent because of an injured shoulder from a crash in Indonesia.&nbsp;The sprint takes place at 1400 GMT.&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.

The 27-year-old Italian continued his outstanding form from last weekend when he crushed the opposition with a commanding win in Portugal.

Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi claimed pole for the sprint race and the Valencia Grand Prix, the 22nd and final round of the MotoGP season, after setting the fastest time in qualifying on Saturday. The 27-year-old Italian continued his outstanding form from last weekend when he crushed the opposition with a commanding win in Portugal. This time it was a touch narrower as his new lap record time of 1min 28.83sec was just 0.02 sec quicker than Alex Marquez (Ducati-Gresini). Also Check - Meet top 5 bowlers fastest to 150 wickets in Indian Premier League "It was super cool. I had a lot of fun in that lap," said Bezzecchi who posted his fifth pole of the season. Fellow Italian Fabio Di Giannantonio (Ducati-VR46) qualified third and will join them, on the front row of the grid. Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse-Aprilia), Pedro Acosta (KTM) and 2021 world champion Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) are on the second row. Two-time world champion Francesco Bagnaia failed to make the second qualifying session and will start 16th after suffering a problem with his Ducati at the end of Q1. Last year's champion Jorge Martin (Aprilia), who returned to competition after being injured in a crash in Japan at the end of September, will start 17th. Also Read - ICC announces schedule for first Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok The Spaniard, who has missed 14 of the 22 races this season, is using the race to "get some laps in and gather information" for next year, rather than fight for the podium this weekend. Meanwhile, the new world champion Marc Marquez will again be absent because of an injured shoulder from a crash in Indonesia. The sprint takes place at 1400 GMT. 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.

The 27-year-old Italian continued his outstanding form from last weekend when he crushed the opposition with a commanding win in Portugal.

Marco Bezzecchi secures sprint win and Grand Prix pole at Valencia MotoGP finale

All ten IPL teams released major players ahead of the auction. Now, let’s look at the five biggest names released by the franchises

All ten IPL teams released major players ahead of the auction. Now, let’s look at the five biggest names released by the franchises

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Mohammed Siraj bounces back from a tough start, taking two crucial wickets in a single over as India bowls out South Africa for 159 and edges closer to a big win

India's pacer, Mohammed Siraj, had a challenging beginning on day 1 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. While his partner, Jasprit Bumrah, was making things difficult for the Proteas with a consistent attack, Siraj struggled early on, leaking runs. However, his fortunes changed in the second session when he produced a match-turning spell. Siraj struck in his 10th over, dismissing Kyle Verreynne LBW with a sharp nip-backer on the very first delivery, and then clean bowled Marco Jansen with the fourth ball. At the end of the day's play, Siraj shared that he had to convince India’s captain, Shubman Gill, for one more over after the skipper was considering taking him out of the attack, following two unsuccessful overs earlier in the session. "I just asked for one more over, and I ended up taking two wickets," Siraj told broadcasters, smiling. Also Read: ICC announces schedule for first Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok from November 20. Check schedule here The pacer also credited Jasprit Bumrah for his advice after his slow start. "Bumrah bhai told me that the best wicket-taking option was to bowl at the stumps, as it brings LBWs, bowled, and even catches into play with the right line," Siraj revealed. Bumrah ended up with impressive figures of 5 for 27 in 14 overs, while Siraj finished with 2 for 47 in 12 overs. Thanks to their efforts, India restricted South Africa to just 159 runs. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel also played key roles, taking two and one wicket respectively. By stumps, India had reached 37 for 1, trailing by 122 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed, leaving KL Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease. Reflecting on South Africa's performance, Siraj said, “We’re in a strong position, having lost only one wicket. Markram and Rickelton had a good partnership earlier, but we made a strong comeback. At this stage, I think we’re ahead in the game.”

Mohammed Siraj bounces back from a tough start, taking two crucial wickets in a single over as India bowls out South Africa for 159 and edges closer to a big win

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ICC announces schedule for first Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok from November 20. Check schedule here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday (November 15) announced the full schedule for the first-ever ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy T20I, set to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 20 to 30. The event represents another major step in the ICC’s long-term plan to grow women’s cricket and widen global participation. The competition will feature the eight highest-performing Associate Member sides—five of which currently hold ODI status—along with three teams ranked highest in the ICC Women’s T20I standings as of May 1, 2025. Thailand, the Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, the UAE, Scotland, Namibia, Tanzania, and Uganda will contest the tournament across two Bangkok venues: the Terdthai Cricket Ground and the Asian Institute of Technology. Also Read: IPL Retention Day: Arjun Tendulkar traded to LSG, Mayank Markande returns to MI ahead of 2026 auction All eight teams will meet once in a round-robin format, culminating in the title match on November 30. Host nation Thailand enters as the strongest-ranked team (11th globally) and carries a nine-match winning streak, though their batting will be challenged by the diverse opposition. ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta highlighted the broader mission behind the event, stating that expanding cricket’s reach and elevating the women’s game remain central goals. He noted that giving emerging nations more top-level playing opportunities accelerates player development, strengthens global competitiveness, and boosts the sport’s visibility—encouraging more girls and women to participate in cricket worldwide. See the schedule below November 20: Thailand v Netherlands, Papua New Guinea v United Arab Emirates, Scotland v Uganda, Namibia v Tanzania November 21: Thailand v Papua New Guinea, Netherlands v United Arab Emirates, Uganda v Namibia, Scotland v Tanzania November 23: Uganda v Papua New Guinea, Tanzania v Netherlands, United Arab Emirates v Scotland, Thailand v Namibia November 25: Thailand v Tanzania, United Arab Emirates v Uganda, Papua New Guinea v Netherlands, Namibia v Scotland November 26: Tanzania v United Arab Emirates, Thailand v Uganda, Netherlands v Namibia, Papua New Guinea v Scotland November 28: Thailand v United Arab Emirates, Uganda v Tanzania, Scotland v Netherlands, Namibia v Papua New Guinea November 30: Netherlands v Uganda, UAE v Namibia, Tanzania v Papua New Guinea, Thailand v Scotland

ICC releases schedule for the first Women’s Emerging Nations T20I in Bangkok, featuring eight associate teams in a round-robin event starting from Nov 20–30

South Africa finished day 2 (Nov 15) of the first Test at 93 for 7 in their second innings, stretching their lead to 63 runs. Proteas Skipper Temba Bavuma and Corbin Bosch were holding things together at stumps after a tough, low-scoring day in Kolkata. Earlier, India resumed from 37 for 1 but were bowled out for 189, with KL Rahul top-scoring with 39. South Africa’s right-arm spinner Simon Harmer caused most of the damage, returning figures of 4 for 30 to restrict India’s first-innings advantage to just 30 runs. 15 wickets tumbled on day 2, where eight of them belonged to Indian batters.&nbsp;Earlier, India started the day with hopes of stretching their first-innings lead, but things went flat very quickly. Rahul, Pant and Jadeja all got starts in the twenties, but none of them pushed on. Once those three fell, India slipped steadily and were bowled out for 189. Rahul’s 39 was the highest of the lot, while Simon Harmer’s clever spell of 4 for 30 dragged South Africa right back into the match, trimming India’s lead.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/csk-likely-to-release-this-pacer-ahead-of-ipl-2026-auctions-reports-1763197189017">CSK likely to release THIS pacer ahead of IPL 2026 auctions: Reports</a>&nbsp;After India’s innings folded, the hosts looked determined to strike early with the ball. Bumrah opened with control, but the pitch had begun to offer grip, which brought the spinners into the game immediately. Jadeja found rhythm from his very first ball. He removed Aiden Markram early, then chipped away again in the middle, breaking whatever resistance South Africa tried to offer. At the end of the day's play, Jadeja had four wickets.&nbsp;Kuldeep Yadav supported Jadeja well from the other end. His drift and turn kept the batters guessing, and he took two quick wickets to push South Africa even deeper into trouble. Axar Patel added another, and the Proteas suddenly slipped to 67 for 7. &nbsp;In the middle of all this, Bavuma stayed steady. He defended well, left balls outside off and waited for anything a little loose. Bosch came in later and looked a bit shaky at first, but he managed to survive. The pair played out the remaining overs and took South Africa to 93 for 7 by the end of the day, stretching the lead to 63.&nbsp;Now the match is set up nicely for day 3. South Africa have only three wickets left, but even 25-30 more runs from Bavuma could make India’s chase a bit tricky on this slow pitch.&nbsp;

 Proteas Skipper Temba Bavuma and Corbin Bosch were holding things together at stumps after a tough, low-scoring day in Kolkata. Earlier, India resumed from 37 for 1 but were bowled out for 189.

South Africa finished day 2 (Nov 15) of the first Test at 93 for 7 in their second innings, stretching their lead to 63 runs. Proteas Skipper Temba Bavuma and Corbin Bosch were holding things together at stumps after a tough, low-scoring day in Kolkata. Earlier, India resumed from 37 for 1 but were bowled out for 189, with KL Rahul top-scoring with 39. South Africa’s right-arm spinner Simon Harmer caused most of the damage, returning figures of 4 for 30 to restrict India’s first-innings advantage to just 30 runs. 15 wickets tumbled on day 2, where eight of them belonged to Indian batters. Earlier, India started the day with hopes of stretching their first-innings lead, but things went flat very quickly. Rahul, Pant and Jadeja all got starts in the twenties, but none of them pushed on. Once those three fell, India slipped steadily and were bowled out for 189. Rahul’s 39 was the highest of the lot, while Simon Harmer’s clever spell of 4 for 30 dragged South Africa right back into the match, trimming India’s lead. Also read | CSK likely to release THIS pacer ahead of IPL 2026 auctions: Reports After India’s innings folded, the hosts looked determined to strike early with the ball. Bumrah opened with control, but the pitch had begun to offer grip, which brought the spinners into the game immediately. Jadeja found rhythm from his very first ball. He removed Aiden Markram early, then chipped away again in the middle, breaking whatever resistance South Africa tried to offer. At the end of the day's play, Jadeja had four wickets. Kuldeep Yadav supported Jadeja well from the other end. His drift and turn kept the batters guessing, and he took two quick wickets to push South Africa even deeper into trouble. Axar Patel added another, and the Proteas suddenly slipped to 67 for 7. In the middle of all this, Bavuma stayed steady. He defended well, left balls outside off and waited for anything a little loose. Bosch came in later and looked a bit shaky at first, but he managed to survive. The pair played out the remaining overs and took South Africa to 93 for 7 by the end of the day, stretching the lead to 63. Now the match is set up nicely for day 3. South Africa have only three wickets left, but even 25-30 more runs from Bavuma could make India’s chase a bit tricky on this slow pitch.

&nbsp;Proteas Skipper Temba Bavuma and Corbin Bosch were holding things together at stumps after a tough, low-scoring day in Kolkata. Earlier, India resumed from 37 for 1 but were bowled out for 189.

IND vs SA, 1st Test: South Africa hold 63-run lead as India bowled out for 189 on day 2

From Shardul Thakur to Sherfane Rutherford, here's a look at the top players traded so far in IPL 2026 retentions. This list also includes star players like Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami

From Shardul Thakur to Sherfane Rutherford, here's a look at the top players traded so far in IPL 2026 retentions. This list also includes star players like Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami

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IPL Retention Day: Arjun Tendulkar traded to LSG, Mayank Markande returns to MI ahead of 2026 auction

Arjun Tendulkar has officially moved from the Mumbai Indians (MI) to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as part of a pre–IPL 2026 mini-auction trade. While MI had to release the left-arm pacer, they strengthened their squad by bringing back leg-spinner Mayank Markande through a swap deal with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Arjun was first bought by MI for ₹20 lakh during the IPL 2021 mini-auction but did not feature in any game that year. MI picked him again for ₹30 lakh in the 2022 mega-auction, and he finally made his IPL debut in 2023, finishing with three wickets from four matches. With Hardik Pandya taking over captaincy in IPL 2024, Arjun played only a single match that season. In the IPL 2025 mega-auction, he initially remained unsold but was later picked up once more by MI at his base price of ₹30 lakh in the accelerated round. He spent the entire 2025 season on the bench without any appearances. Also Read: IPL 2026: Ravindra Jadeja opens up on Rajasthan Royals return, says 'coming back feels special' Meanwhile, Mayank Markande returns to MI at the same ₹30 lakh fee for which KKR acquired him in 2025. The leg-spinner reunites with the franchise where he began his IPL career, having represented MI in 2018, 2019, and 2022—including being part of their 2019 title-winning squad. Over the years, he also played for Rajasthan Royals in 2021 and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Markande has picked 37 wickets from as many IPL matches. His standout season came in 2018 with MI, where he took 15 wickets in 14 games at an average of 24.53, including a career-best 4/23. Also Read: IPL 2026: CSK confirm Sanju Samson arrival on retention deadline day, Ravindra Jadeja joins RR in return

Arjun Tendulkar joins Lucknow Super Giants in a pre-auction trade, while Mayank Markande returns to Mumbai Indians at his existing fee ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction

 Reaching 100 ODI wickets quicker than most is a tough job for any left-arm pacer. Only a handful have done it at top speed, and interestingly, no Indian bowler features in this elite list.

&nbsp;Reaching 100 ODI wickets quicker than most is a tough job for any left-arm pacer. Only a handful have done it at top speed, and interestingly, no Indian bowler features in this elite list.

Meet 5 left-arm pacers to reach fastest 100 ODI wickets: No Indian features

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From Jos Buttler to Glenn Maxwell, here's a look at the top five active batters with most sixes in T20Is. This list also includes Muhammad Waseem, Suryakumar Yadav and Babar Hayat

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From Jos Buttler to Glenn Maxwell, 5 active batters with most sixes in T20Is

Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have made a major call ahead of IPL 2026. The franchise might release Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana from their squad, bringing an end to a three-year association, as per a report by ESPN Cricinfo. The retention window closes at 3 pm on Saturday, and CSK moved quickly to take the call after weeks of discussions on the pacer’s future. Pathirana arrived at CSK in 2023 and immediately caught attention with his slingy action, sharp pace, and natural swing.<h2>19 wickets in debut season</h2>He played a big role in CSK’s title win that season, taking 19 wickets in 12 games at an economy of 8.01. His unusual action also drew advice from MS Dhoni, who said Pathirana needed careful handling from Sri Lanka Cricket to stay fit for the long run. As it turned out, Dhoni’s warning came true sooner than expected.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-why-did-shubman-gill-retire-hurt-early-in-the-innings-neck-spam-gill-injury-1763191114052">Ind vs SA,1st Test: Why did Shubman Gill retire hurt early in the innings?</a>&nbsp;Over the next two years, Pathirana struggled with multiple injuries. His IPL 2024 season was cut short by a hamstring issue, and he also returned early from the SA20 while playing for Joburg Super Kings. Things didn’t improve in IPL 2025 either, where he picked up 13 wickets in 12 matches but went for over ten runs an over. It was a sharp drop from his early impact.<h2>Fleming was concerned by Pathirana’s fading rhythm</h2>CSK head coach Stephen Fleming had earlier spoken about the team’s concern regarding Pathirana’s dip in effectiveness. He hinted that changes made by Sri Lanka Cricket to the bowler’s release point might have affected his rhythm, something the franchise felt was troubling him during matches.&nbsp;With the injuries piling up and his impact reducing, CSK are all set to release the 22-year-old. However, there remains a chance that the franchise will try to buy him back at the auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Pathirana has only played for CSK in the IPL, taking 47 wickets in 32 matches at an average of 21.61 and an economy of 8.68.&nbsp;CSK will head into the auction with a big purse after also letting go of Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, and completing a major trade that sent Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to the Rajasthan Royals in exchange for Sanju Samson.

CSK will head into the auction with a big purse after also letting go of Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, and completing a major trade that sent Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to the Rajasthan Royals in exchange for Sanju Samson.

Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have made a major call ahead of IPL 2026. The franchise might release Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana from their squad, bringing an end to a three-year association, as per a report by ESPN Cricinfo. The retention window closes at 3 pm on Saturday, and CSK moved quickly to take the call after weeks of discussions on the pacer’s future. Pathirana arrived at CSK in 2023 and immediately caught attention with his slingy action, sharp pace, and natural swing. 19 wickets in debut season He played a big role in CSK’s title win that season, taking 19 wickets in 12 games at an economy of 8.01. His unusual action also drew advice from MS Dhoni, who said Pathirana needed careful handling from Sri Lanka Cricket to stay fit for the long run. As it turned out, Dhoni’s warning came true sooner than expected. Also read | Ind vs SA,1st Test: Why did Shubman Gill retire hurt early in the innings? Over the next two years, Pathirana struggled with multiple injuries. His IPL 2024 season was cut short by a hamstring issue, and he also returned early from the SA20 while playing for Joburg Super Kings. Things didn’t improve in IPL 2025 either, where he picked up 13 wickets in 12 matches but went for over ten runs an over. It was a sharp drop from his early impact. Fleming was concerned by Pathirana’s fading rhythm CSK head coach Stephen Fleming had earlier spoken about the team’s concern regarding Pathirana’s dip in effectiveness. He hinted that changes made by Sri Lanka Cricket to the bowler’s release point might have affected his rhythm, something the franchise felt was troubling him during matches. With the injuries piling up and his impact reducing, CSK are all set to release the 22-year-old. However, there remains a chance that the franchise will try to buy him back at the auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Pathirana has only played for CSK in the IPL, taking 47 wickets in 32 matches at an average of 21.61 and an economy of 8.68. CSK will head into the auction with a big purse after also letting go of Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, and completing a major trade that sent Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to the Rajasthan Royals in exchange for Sanju Samson.

CSK will head into the auction with a big purse after also letting go of Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra, and completing a major trade that sent Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to the Rajasthan Royals in exchange for Sanju Samson.

CSK likely to release THIS pacer ahead of IPL 2026 auctions: Reports

Ravindra Jadeja reached a major landmark on day 2 (Nov 15) during the first Test between India and South Africa, becoming just the fourth player in Test history to complete the double of 4,000 runs and 300 wickets. Now let's glance at the other players who have achieved this rare double feat.

Ravindra Jadeja reached a major landmark on day 2 (Nov 15) during the first Test between India and South Africa, becoming just the fourth player in Test history to complete the double of 4,000 runs and 300 wickets. Now let's glance at the other players who have achieved this rare double feat.

4 players with 4,000 Test runs and 300 wickets: Jadeja joins elite list

Rajasthan Royals will officially have a royal member in their ranks after Ravindra Jadeja secured a move back to his old franchise on the retention deadline day on Saturday (Nov 15). As confirmed by both the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, Jadeja was part of an ambitious trade deal that involved the transfer of Sanju Samson in the other direction. After his move, Jadeja opened up on his move to RR and reckoned it was a special feeling.<h2>Jadeja opens up on RR return</h2>"Rajasthan Royals gave me my first platform and my first taste of victory," Jadeja said in an official statement. "Coming back feels special; it's not just a team for me, it's home. Rajasthan Royals is where I won my first IPL, and I hope to win more with this current group of players," he added.&nbsp;Currently in action for India in the second Test match against South Africa, Jadeja’s move was speculated since the last week of October, with Sanju Samson moving in the other direction. He has reportedly cost Rs 15 crores ($1.69 million) for RR, while another deal saw the Sam Curran move to the Royals in Rs 2.40 crores ($271,000).&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;“Rajasthan Royals thanks Sanju Samson for his outstanding contributions across 11 years with the franchise. Joining as a promising youngster, Sanju grew into one of Indian cricket’s most admired players and leaders, representing the Royals with passion, humility and consistency while inspiring a generation of young cricketers,” Rajasthan Royals wrote on their website.&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;At the time of writing, several transfers were also set to happen, with Matheesha Pathirana also set to exit CSK. While no potential bidder emerged for him, Pathirana could enter the auctions as he searches for a team in IPL 2026. &nbsp;<h2>Other deals on the day</h2>Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super GiantsArjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super GiantsNitish Rana (RR) to Delhi CapitalsDonovan Ferreira (DC) to Rajasthan Royals

As confirmed by both the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, Ravindra Jadeja was part of an ambitious trade deal that involved the transfer of Sanju Samson in the other direction.

Rajasthan Royals will officially have a royal member in their ranks after Ravindra Jadeja secured a move back to his old franchise on the retention deadline day on Saturday (Nov 15). As confirmed by both the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, Jadeja was part of an ambitious trade deal that involved the transfer of Sanju Samson in the other direction. After his move, Jadeja opened up on his move to RR and reckoned it was a special feeling. Jadeja opens up on RR return "Rajasthan Royals gave me my first platform and my first taste of victory," Jadeja said in an official statement. "Coming back feels special; it's not just a team for me, it's home. Rajasthan Royals is where I won my first IPL, and I hope to win more with this current group of players," he added. Currently in action for India in the second Test match against South Africa, Jadeja’s move was speculated since the last week of October, with Sanju Samson moving in the other direction. He has reportedly cost Rs 15 crores ($1.69 million) for RR, while another deal saw the Sam Curran move to the Royals in Rs 2.40 crores ($271,000). ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes “Rajasthan Royals thanks Sanju Samson for his outstanding contributions across 11 years with the franchise. Joining as a promising youngster, Sanju grew into one of Indian cricket’s most admired players and leaders, representing the Royals with passion, humility and consistency while inspiring a generation of young cricketers,” Rajasthan Royals wrote on their website. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes At the time of writing, several transfers were also set to happen, with Matheesha Pathirana also set to exit CSK. While no potential bidder emerged for him, Pathirana could enter the auctions as he searches for a team in IPL 2026. Other deals on the day Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super Giants Arjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super Giants Nitish Rana (RR) to Delhi Capitals Donovan Ferreira (DC) to Rajasthan Royals

As confirmed by both the Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, Ravindra Jadeja was part of an ambitious trade deal that involved the transfer of Sanju Samson in the other direction.

IPL 2026: Ravindra Jadeja opens up on Rajasthan Royals return, says 'coming back feels special'

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill had a brief but dramatic stint at the crease on the second day (Nov 15) of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, when he was forced to retire hurt due to a neck injury. The incident came early in India’s second innings, leaving fans and teammates anxious about the skipper’s fitness. Gill faced just three balls before the injury struck.&nbsp;&nbsp;Attempting a slog sweep off South African off-spinner Simon Harmer, he sent the ball racing over backward square leg for four. But in the follow-through, Gill appeared to suffer a sudden pain, clutching the back of his neck and roaring in pain. The physio rushed onto the field to assess him, and after a brief examination, the Indian skipper walked off, leaving the team with a sudden setback.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-suryavanshi-smashes-32-ball-hundred-in-rising-stars-asia-cup-clash-1763129028341">Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 32-ball hundred in Rising Stars Asia Cup clash</a>&nbsp;The timing of the injury was particularly unfortunate. Moments earlier, Harmer had dismissed a well-set Washington Sundar for 29, breaking what had been a patient innings of 82 balls. With two wickets already down, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sundar, Gill’s premature exit disrupted India’s momentum and altered the complexion of the session. The crowd watched nervously as India, chasing South Africa’s first-innings total of 159, suddenly found themselves with three key batters out, including one retired hurt.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Update 🚨 Shubman Gill has a neck spasm and is being monitored by the BCCI medical team. A decision on his participation today will be taken as per his progress. Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/okTBo3qxVH">https://t.co/okTBo3qxVH</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://t.co/ivd9LVsvZj">pic.twitter.com/ivd9LVsvZj</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1989592023331115506?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet to provide details on the severity of the injury, the sight of the Indian skipper leaving the field mid-innings raised immediate concerns about his participation in the remainder of the match and the upcoming series.&nbsp;At the time of writing, India were 171 for 6, leading by 12 runs in their second innings. With Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav present at the crease, the duo will aim to steady the innings and build a substantial lead.

The timing of the injury was particularly unfortunate. Moments earlier, Harmer had dismissed a well-set Washington Sundar for 29, breaking what had been a patient innings of 82 balls

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill had a brief but dramatic stint at the crease on the second day (Nov 15) of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, when he was forced to retire hurt due to a neck injury. The incident came early in India’s second innings, leaving fans and teammates anxious about the skipper’s fitness. Gill faced just three balls before the injury struck. Attempting a slog sweep off South African off-spinner Simon Harmer, he sent the ball racing over backward square leg for four. But in the follow-through, Gill appeared to suffer a sudden pain, clutching the back of his neck and roaring in pain. The physio rushed onto the field to assess him, and after a brief examination, the Indian skipper walked off, leaving the team with a sudden setback. Also read | Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 32-ball hundred in Rising Stars Asia Cup clash The timing of the injury was particularly unfortunate. Moments earlier, Harmer had dismissed a well-set Washington Sundar for 29, breaking what had been a patient innings of 82 balls. With two wickets already down, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sundar, Gill’s premature exit disrupted India’s momentum and altered the complexion of the session. The crowd watched nervously as India, chasing South Africa’s first-innings total of 159, suddenly found themselves with three key batters out, including one retired hurt.

The timing of the injury was particularly unfortunate. Moments earlier, Harmer had dismissed a well-set Washington Sundar for 29, breaking what had been a patient innings of 82 balls.

Ind vs SA,1st Test: Why did Shubman Gill retire hurt early in the innings?

Australia have been handed a key injury setback ahead of their Ashes 2025-26 opener against England as Josh Hazlewood was officially ruled out on Saturday (Nov 15). Hazlewood, who was already nursing an injury, has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, while the hosts are without key assets like Sean Abbott and Pat Cummins. As a result of Hazelwood’s injury, Brendan Doggett is likely to be roped in as a replacement in the Playing XI and could make his debut.<h2>Hazlewood out of Perth opener</h2>"Early imaging can occasionally underestimate low-grade muscle injuries," Cricket Australia said in a release.&nbsp;Hazlewood was initially passed fit to play in the opening Test match of the Ashes, but will have to be on the sidelines now. He was backed by the likes of Steve Smith and Cummins to play a crucial part in the Perth Test, having overcome a muscle strain.&nbsp;It is also confirmed that neither Hazlewood nor Abbott will travel to Perth with the Australian squad for the first match.&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 the other hand, Michael Neser has been approached by the management and will travel to Perth for the opening Test, which starts on Friday (Nov 21). However, it is anticipated that Brendan Doggett will be in the starting line-up and in for a debut. Doggett has elevated himself above the rest of the Sheffield Shield bowlers with his fast outswingers in recent times, taking 46 wickets at 21.47 in his last 11 matches.&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;Despite the key misses, Australia will have the services of Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland as the bouncy pitches in Western Australia will be of great help for the hosts.&nbsp;Australia squad: (First Test only): Steve Smith (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster

Josh Hazelwood, who was already nursing an injury, has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, while the hosts are without key assets like Sean Abbott and Pat Cummins. 

Australia have been handed a key injury setback ahead of their Ashes 2025-26 opener against England as Josh Hazlewood was officially ruled out on Saturday (Nov 15). Hazlewood, who was already nursing an injury, has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, while the hosts are without key assets like Sean Abbott and Pat Cummins. As a result of Hazelwood’s injury, Brendan Doggett is likely to be roped in as a replacement in the Playing XI and could make his debut. Hazlewood out of Perth opener "Early imaging can occasionally underestimate low-grade muscle injuries," Cricket Australia said in a release. Hazlewood was initially passed fit to play in the opening Test match of the Ashes, but will have to be on the sidelines now. He was backed by the likes of Steve Smith and Cummins to play a crucial part in the Perth Test, having overcome a muscle strain. It is also confirmed that neither Hazlewood nor Abbott will travel to Perth with the Australian squad for the first match. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes On the other hand, Michael Neser has been approached by the management and will travel to Perth for the opening Test, which starts on Friday (Nov 21). However, it is anticipated that Brendan Doggett will be in the starting line-up and in for a debut. Doggett has elevated himself above the rest of the Sheffield Shield bowlers with his fast outswingers in recent times, taking 46 wickets at 21.47 in his last 11 matches. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Despite the key misses, Australia will have the services of Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland as the bouncy pitches in Western Australia will be of great help for the hosts. Australia squad: (First Test only): Steve Smith (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster

Josh Hazelwood, who was already nursing an injury, has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, while the hosts are without key assets like Sean Abbott and Pat Cummins.&nbsp;

Ashes 2025-26: Injury setback rules out Josh Hazelwood from Perth opener; Brendan Doggett likely to debut

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially confirmed the arrival of Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR) as they prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) auctions. In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years. The signing brought an end to the long saga surrounding the trade of both Samson and Jadeja, who had been in the headlines for a long time.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">SANJU SAMSON IS YELLOVE. 💛 Anbuden welcome, Chetta!🦁 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://t.co/uLUfxIsZiU">pic.twitter.com/uLUfxIsZiU</a>&mdash; Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL/status/1989556034512589138?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Samson to CSK done deal</h2>It is reported that CSK traded in Samson for a reported fee of Rs 18 crores ($2 million) on the deadline despite rumours of the transfer speculating since October last week. As part of the deal, Sam Curran and Jadeja were traded to the Rajasthan Royals, with the former valued at Rs 15 crores ($1.69 million) by CSK. The transfer means CSK will have a wicketkeeper option as well as a future captain in their ranks, with Samson coming with tons of experience.&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;Across 11 seasons with RR, Samson scored 4,027 runs and led them to the final of IPL 2025. The Kerala batter scored a career-best 531 runs in 2024. His request for a release after IPL 2025 made a move inevitable, and CSK, still searching for clarity, emerged as the natural landing spot.&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;It will be interesting to see how Samson adapts to CSK culture, with reports stating that he will replace Dhoni in the Playing XI during IPL 2026. His ability to keep wickets and availability for a longer time also mean that he could be used as a future skipper.<h2>Other deals on the day</h2>Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super GiantsArjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super GiantsNitish Rana (RR) to Delhi CapitalsDonovan Ferreira (DC) to Rajasthan Royals

In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Sanju Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially confirmed the arrival of Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR) as they prepare for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) auctions. In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years. The signing brought an end to the long saga surrounding the trade of both Samson and Jadeja, who had been in the headlines for a long time.

In a headline signing on the deadline day, CSK announced the arrival of Sanju Samson in a deal that saw Ravindra Jadeja return to Rajasthan Royals after 16 years.

IPL 2026: CSK confirm Sanju Samson arrival on retention deadline day, Ravindra Jadeja joins RR in return

The first steps for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) will be taken on Saturday (Nov 15) as franchises are set to announce their retentions. Set for November 15, all 10 franchises will announce their final lists of players and releases as they prepare to take part in the IPL 2026 auctions in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Ahead of the deadline, here is everything you need to know about the key details, including timings, traded players, and more.&nbsp;When is the deadline for the IPL franchises to announce the final list of retentions?The trade window for the IPL 2026 started as soon as the IPL 2025 got over, meaning franchises were able to discuss potential transfers as early as June 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to IPL regulations, the trade window remains active until one week before the auction, and then reopens until one month before the start of the following season. However, players purchased at the IPL 2026 mini-auction cannot be traded.&nbsp;When does the IPL 2026 trade window close on November 15?No time has been confirmed for the IPL 2026 trade window closure by the BCCI or IPL commission, but it is expected that the window will close around 5 p.m.&nbsp;Why do teams announce retentions despite the trade window being open one month before the following season?While teams can still do business and exchange players a month prior to the start of IPL 2026, the key factor in releases and retentions remains the auctions. A franchise can load its pockets with releases and player exchange deals prior to the auctions and thus has options to buy players of its choice during the bidding process.&nbsp;&nbsp;Any trade after the auctions is unlikely, as teams start preparing for the latest season and have limited options to trade.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;How many players can a team retain?Franchises may retain or release as many players as they wish, with no cap, unlike the mega-auction years. Teams are free to overhaul their squads as they see fit. However, each franchise must operate within the salary purse limit of 120 crore.&nbsp;What are the IPL trade rules?Teams may trade players with other franchises and can exchange players of similar or varying values. In cases where players of different values are swapped, the franchise receiving the higher-valued player must pay the balance amount.&nbsp;Trades may also take place through all-cash deals, where a player is transferred in exchange for a fee. A player’s consent is mandatory for any trade, though the final decision on retaining or releasing a player ultimately rests with the franchise.&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>Confirmed Player trades for IPL 2026</h2>Shardul Thakur to Mumbai IndiansAll-rounder Shardul Thakur has been traded to the Mumbai Indians (MI) from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for his last season's fee of Rs 2 Crore.&nbsp;Sherfane Rutherford to Mumbai IndiansAll-Rounder Sherfane Rutherford has also been traded to MI from Gujarat Titans (GT) for his existing fee of Rs 2.6 Crore.&nbsp;Devon Conway exits CSKDevon Conway confirmed his exit from CSK. The New Zealand opener was bought for Rs. 6.25 crore.<h2>Expected Player Trades</h2>Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super GiantsRavindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings) to Rajasthan Royals (RR)Sam Curran (Chennai Super Kings) to Rajasthan RoyalsSanju Samson (RR) to Chennai Super Kings (CSK)Arjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super Giants&nbsp;

Set for November 15, all 10 franchises will announce their final lists of players and releases as they prepare to take part in the IPL 2026 auctions in Abu Dhabi on December 16. 

The first steps for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) will be taken on Saturday (Nov 15) as franchises are set to announce their retentions. Set for November 15, all 10 franchises will announce their final lists of players and releases as they prepare to take part in the IPL 2026 auctions in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Ahead of the deadline, here is everything you need to know about the key details, including timings, traded players, and more. When is the deadline for the IPL franchises to announce the final list of retentions? The trade window for the IPL 2026 started as soon as the IPL 2025 got over, meaning franchises were able to discuss potential transfers as early as June 2025. According to IPL regulations, the trade window remains active until one week before the auction, and then reopens until one month before the start of the following season. However, players purchased at the IPL 2026 mini-auction cannot be traded. When does the IPL 2026 trade window close on November 15? No time has been confirmed for the IPL 2026 trade window closure by the BCCI or IPL commission, but it is expected that the window will close around 5 p.m. Why do teams announce retentions despite the trade window being open one month before the following season? While teams can still do business and exchange players a month prior to the start of IPL 2026, the key factor in releases and retentions remains the auctions. A franchise can load its pockets with releases and player exchange deals prior to the auctions and thus has options to buy players of its choice during the bidding process. Any trade after the auctions is unlikely, as teams start preparing for the latest season and have limited options to trade. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes How many players can a team retain? Franchises may retain or release as many players as they wish, with no cap, unlike the mega-auction years. Teams are free to overhaul their squads as they see fit. However, each franchise must operate within the salary purse limit of 120 crore. What are the IPL trade rules? Teams may trade players with other franchises and can exchange players of similar or varying values. In cases where players of different values are swapped, the franchise receiving the higher-valued player must pay the balance amount. Trades may also take place through all-cash deals, where a player is transferred in exchange for a fee. A player’s consent is mandatory for any trade, though the final decision on retaining or releasing a player ultimately rests with the franchise. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Confirmed Player trades for IPL 2026 Shardul Thakur to Mumbai Indians All-rounder Shardul Thakur has been traded to the Mumbai Indians (MI) from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for his last season's fee of Rs 2 Crore. Sherfane Rutherford to Mumbai Indians All-Rounder Sherfane Rutherford has also been traded to MI from Gujarat Titans (GT) for his existing fee of Rs 2.6 Crore. Devon Conway exits CSK Devon Conway confirmed his exit from CSK. The New Zealand opener was bought for Rs. 6.25 crore. Expected Player Trades Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad) to Lucknow Super Giants Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings) to Rajasthan Royals (RR) Sam Curran (Chennai Super Kings) to Rajasthan Royals Sanju Samson (RR) to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Arjun Tendulkar (MI) to Lucknow Super Giants

Set for November 15, all 10 franchises will announce their final lists of players and releases as they prepare to take part in the IPL 2026 auctions in Abu Dhabi on December 16.&nbsp;

IPL Retention window deadline day: Here's all you need to know, including timings, players traded, possible trades

Jannik Sinner stayed on course to defend his ATP Finals title on Friday after seeing off Ben Shelton and completing a perfect group stage, while Felix Auger-Aliassime claimed the last semi-final spot by beating Alexander Zverev 6-4, 7-6 (7/4).&nbsp;Italian Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) against spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group.&nbsp;Chants of Sinner's name rang out loudly around the Inapli Arena as delighted fans hailed their hero, who was all smiles despite losing the year-end world number spot to Carlos Alcaraz.&nbsp;Sinner will face Alex de Minaur in the first semi-final on Saturday afternoon, when he will be red-hot favourite to reach his third final in as many years at the season-ending tournament.&nbsp;He has never lost to De Minaur in 12 attempts, conceding just two sets to the Australian since his first match against him at the Next Gen Finals in 2019.&nbsp;"The motivation's always there, we're in the semi-finals in Turin, it's the last tournament of the year, and that's enough motivation to win tomorrow," Sinner told reporters.&nbsp;"I never underestimate my opponents... I have a lot to lose and he doesn't, so I need to be careful."&nbsp;The 24-year-old hasn't dropped a set at the Finals since losing the 2023 final to Novak Djokovic and he hasn't even had to play his best tennis to rattle off wins against three of the best players on the planet.&nbsp;Sinner started Friday's match by immediately breaking Shelton's serve and from there kept up the pressure without ever giving Shelton, the world number five, any chance of victory, smashing in second serves as fast as 190kph (118mph).&nbsp;"Tough to finish out the season like this, 0-3 at the Finals. For me obviously a great year. A lot of positives," Shelton said.&nbsp;“This will just make me work harder in the off-season, make me even more excited for the 2026 season. But yeah, it stings, for sure.”&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>Alcaraz on horizon</h2>Sinner is on course for yet another final showdown against Alcaraz, who before Friday's match was handed the award for securing top spot in the men's rankings at the end of the 2025 campaign.&nbsp;Alcaraz, who made sure he would end 2025 top of the pile by beating Sinner's countryman Lorenzo Musetti on Thursday night, has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams.&nbsp;Sinner came out on top at Wimbledon but was on the losing side of one of the greatest tennis matches ever played when he threw away a two-set lead in the French Open final in June.&nbsp;"I'd be lying if I said that I was super happy about it, to be honest, but he deserves it because he's had an incredible season, he's won two slams and eight tournaments in total which is an enormous number," added Sinner.&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;"I'm happy for him, he's a great guy and he's got a great team around him."&nbsp;Auger-Aliassime set up a last-four clash with Alcaraz after coming through a largely hum-drum encounter with world number three Zverev, who ends his year with just the Munich title to his name.&nbsp;On the basis of Friday's action there is little to suggest that there could be anything other than a showdown between Sinner and Alcaraz to close out the season.&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.

Italian Jannik Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) against spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group.

Jannik Sinner stayed on course to defend his ATP Finals title on Friday after seeing off Ben Shelton and completing a perfect group stage, while Felix Auger-Aliassime claimed the last semi-final spot by beating Alexander Zverev 6-4, 7-6 (7/4). Italian Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) against spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group. Chants of Sinner's name rang out loudly around the Inapli Arena as delighted fans hailed their hero, who was all smiles despite losing the year-end world number spot to Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner will face Alex de Minaur in the first semi-final on Saturday afternoon, when he will be red-hot favourite to reach his third final in as many years at the season-ending tournament. He has never lost to De Minaur in 12 attempts, conceding just two sets to the Australian since his first match against him at the Next Gen Finals in 2019. "The motivation's always there, we're in the semi-finals in Turin, it's the last tournament of the year, and that's enough motivation to win tomorrow," Sinner told reporters. "I never underestimate my opponents... I have a lot to lose and he doesn't, so I need to be careful." The 24-year-old hasn't dropped a set at the Finals since losing the 2023 final to Novak Djokovic and he hasn't even had to play his best tennis to rattle off wins against three of the best players on the planet. Sinner started Friday's match by immediately breaking Shelton's serve and from there kept up the pressure without ever giving Shelton, the world number five, any chance of victory, smashing in second serves as fast as 190kph (118mph). "Tough to finish out the season like this, 0-3 at the Finals. For me obviously a great year. A lot of positives," Shelton said. “This will just make me work harder in the off-season, make me even more excited for the 2026 season. But yeah, it stings, for sure.” ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Alcaraz on horizon Sinner is on course for yet another final showdown against Alcaraz, who before Friday's match was handed the award for securing top spot in the men's rankings at the end of the 2025 campaign. Alcaraz, who made sure he would end 2025 top of the pile by beating Sinner's countryman Lorenzo Musetti on Thursday night, has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams. Sinner came out on top at Wimbledon but was on the losing side of one of the greatest tennis matches ever played when he threw away a two-set lead in the French Open final in June. "I'd be lying if I said that I was super happy about it, to be honest, but he deserves it because he's had an incredible season, he's won two slams and eight tournaments in total which is an enormous number," added Sinner. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes "I'm happy for him, he's a great guy and he's got a great team around him." Auger-Aliassime set up a last-four clash with Alcaraz after coming through a largely hum-drum encounter with world number three Zverev, who ends his year with just the Munich title to his name. On the basis of Friday's action there is little to suggest that there could be anything other than a showdown between Sinner and Alcaraz to close out the season. 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.

Italian Jannik Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to win 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) against spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group.

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner completes perfect group stage, Felix Auger-Aliassime reaches last four

Croatia booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup in North America with an unconvincing 3-1 win over the in-form Faroe Islands on Friday as the Netherlands all but booked their spot in the finals too.&nbsp;Germany's qualification hopes still rest on their final Group A match on Monday at home to Slovakia despite a Nick Woltemade brace giving them a laboured 2-0 win at Luxembourg.&nbsp;After Geza David Turi had given the Faroes a shock lead, strikes from Josko Gvardiol, Petar Musa and Nikola Vlasic in Rijeka handed 2018 World Cup finalists Croatia their ticket to the finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States.&nbsp;Victory gave Croatia a six point lead over the Czech Republic at the top of Group L with just a single game left to play.&nbsp;"For Croatia, for the fans!" a jubilant Gvardiol posted on his X account.&nbsp;But it was a night when the underdogs struck fear into more illustrious opponents, although without managing to strike a telling blow.&nbsp;The Faroes, who were on a three-match winning run and still harboured faint hopes of qualification, had the audacity to take the lead against opponents who only needed a draw to progress.&nbsp;Turi picked up the ball just inside the Croatia half and strode forwards unmolested before trying his luck from outside the box and benefiting from a heavy deflection to beat Dominik Livakovic in the Croatia goal on 16 minutes.&nbsp;The lead lasted only seven minutes before Manchester City defender Gvardiol lashed in an equaliser after some hesitant Faroes defending.&nbsp;With the evergreen Luka Modric still pulling the strings in Croatia's midfield at 40 on the occasion of his 193rd cap, the hosts gradually took control.&nbsp;And 12 minutes into the second half, Musa fired in at the near post to settle Croatian nerves.&nbsp;With the Faroes' hopes of becoming the smallest ever nation to reach a World Cup fading fast, Vlasic drove the knife in deeper still 20 minutes from time with a cushioned volley to beat goalkeeper Mathias Lamhauge, who had strayed into no-man's land.<h2>Depay maintains Dutch lead</h2>Memphis Depay's Dutch record-extending 55th international goal helped push the Netherlands to the brink of qualification with a 1-1 draw in Poland.&nbsp;Jakub Kaminski had given Poland hope of pipping Netherlands to top spot in Group G two minutes before the break in Warsaw, latching onto Robert Lewandowski's through ball to slot past Bart Verbruggen in the Dutch goal.&nbsp;But two minutes after the restart, Depay struck to maintain the Netherlands' three-point lead at the top of the group, and a massive goal difference advantage of 13 that makes qualification at home to Lithuania on Monday a formality.&nbsp;In Group A, plucky Luxembourg gave Germany plenty of scares in a goalless first half before Newcastle forward Woltemade bagged a second-half brace to keep Germany top of the pool.&nbsp;"I know it wasn't a pretty game but we gave our all, pushed hard and got the three points," Woltemade told Germany's RTL network.&nbsp;The four-time world champions need only a point at home to Slovakia on Monday to book their ticket to the World Cup.&nbsp;Their nearest rivals, Slovakia, had two goals chalked off by VAR but Tomas Bobcek struck in injury time in Kosice to snatch a 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland.&nbsp;Slovakia, though, must win in Germany on Monday to top the group and avoid the play-offs.&nbsp;Elsewhere, Liam Jessop's 20th-minute strike threatened to give Gibraltar a first ever victory -- or even draw -- in a major tournament qualification match, but Vasilije Adzic and Nikola Krstovic ensured Montenegro avoided a shock defeat to triumph 2-1 in Group L.&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.

Germany's qualification hopes still rest on their final Group A match on Monday at home to Slovakia despite a Nick Woltemade brace giving them a laboured 2-0 win at Luxembourg.

Croatia booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup in North America with an unconvincing 3-1 win over the in-form Faroe Islands on Friday as the Netherlands all but booked their spot in the finals too. Germany's qualification hopes still rest on their final Group A match on Monday at home to Slovakia despite a Nick Woltemade brace giving them a laboured 2-0 win at Luxembourg. After Geza David Turi had given the Faroes a shock lead, strikes from Josko Gvardiol, Petar Musa and Nikola Vlasic in Rijeka handed 2018 World Cup finalists Croatia their ticket to the finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Victory gave Croatia a six point lead over the Czech Republic at the top of Group L with just a single game left to play. "For Croatia, for the fans!" a jubilant Gvardiol posted on his X account. But it was a night when the underdogs struck fear into more illustrious opponents, although without managing to strike a telling blow. The Faroes, who were on a three-match winning run and still harboured faint hopes of qualification, had the audacity to take the lead against opponents who only needed a draw to progress. Turi picked up the ball just inside the Croatia half and strode forwards unmolested before trying his luck from outside the box and benefiting from a heavy deflection to beat Dominik Livakovic in the Croatia goal on 16 minutes. The lead lasted only seven minutes before Manchester City defender Gvardiol lashed in an equaliser after some hesitant Faroes defending. With the evergreen Luka Modric still pulling the strings in Croatia's midfield at 40 on the occasion of his 193rd cap, the hosts gradually took control. And 12 minutes into the second half, Musa fired in at the near post to settle Croatian nerves. With the Faroes' hopes of becoming the smallest ever nation to reach a World Cup fading fast, Vlasic drove the knife in deeper still 20 minutes from time with a cushioned volley to beat goalkeeper Mathias Lamhauge, who had strayed into no-man's land. Depay maintains Dutch lead Memphis Depay's Dutch record-extending 55th international goal helped push the Netherlands to the brink of qualification with a 1-1 draw in Poland. Jakub Kaminski had given Poland hope of pipping Netherlands to top spot in Group G two minutes before the break in Warsaw, latching onto Robert Lewandowski's through ball to slot past Bart Verbruggen in the Dutch goal. But two minutes after the restart, Depay struck to maintain the Netherlands' three-point lead at the top of the group, and a massive goal difference advantage of 13 that makes qualification at home to Lithuania on Monday a formality. In Group A, plucky Luxembourg gave Germany plenty of scares in a goalless first half before Newcastle forward Woltemade bagged a second-half brace to keep Germany top of the pool. "I know it wasn't a pretty game but we gave our all, pushed hard and got the three points," Woltemade told Germany's RTL network. The four-time world champions need only a point at home to Slovakia on Monday to book their ticket to the World Cup. Their nearest rivals, Slovakia, had two goals chalked off by VAR but Tomas Bobcek struck in injury time in Kosice to snatch a 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland. Slovakia, though, must win in Germany on Monday to top the group and avoid the play-offs. Elsewhere, Liam Jessop's 20th-minute strike threatened to give Gibraltar a first ever victory -- or even draw -- in a major tournament qualification match, but Vasilije Adzic and Nikola Krstovic ensured Montenegro avoided a shock defeat to triumph 2-1 in Group L. 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.

Germany's qualification hopes still rest on their final Group A match on Monday at home to Slovakia despite a Nick Woltemade brace giving them a laboured 2-0 win at Luxembourg.

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Croatia qualify with ease; Netherlands close in, Germany in limbo

With less than a day to go before the IPL 2026 retention deadline, the ten participating teams are racing against time to finalise their player line-ups. The focus is shifting toward refining existing squads rather than starting afresh, as various clubs weigh their options on key players. Punjab Kings are reportedly planning to part ways with Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, and Kyle Jamieson—who joined the team mid-season in IPL 2025 as an injury replacement for Lockie Ferguson.&nbsp;Despite this, there’s speculation that Mitch Owen, who filled in for Maxwell during his injury, might be retained. Punjab Kings made it to the IPL 2025 finals, finishing as runners-up. In a different scenario, Lucknow Super Giants are set to keep Mayank Yadav, the young fast bowler who’s been sidelined by injury for most of the last two seasons. Yadav, retained for INR 11 crore, has been recovering from a back injury that required surgery in New Zealand. According to reports, he’s expected to return to full fitness by early January, which clears up concerns regarding his availability for IPL 2026.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-south-africa-breaks-silence-about-bauna-remark-at-proteas-captain-by-indian-players-1763134390150">IND vs SA, 1st Test: South Africa breaks silence about 'bauna' remark at Proteas captain by Indian players</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Lucknow could release players like Ravi Bishnoi, David Miller, and Shamar Joseph into the auction pool. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who have won the IPL three times, might also release Venkatesh Iyer, although there’s a chance they may look to re-sign him during the mini-auction in December. Rajasthan Royals are in active negotiations with KKR for a possible trade involving Nitish Rana, with both teams exploring options for the exchange. KKR may also let go of South African players Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, though the franchise could choose to retain Ajinkya Rahane. KKR has also been in discussions with Delhi Capitals over a potential deal for KL Rahul, but no final decision has been reached.&nbsp;Delhi Capitals are expected to release pacer T. Natarajan, openers Jake Fraser-McGurk and Faf du Plessis, as well as a few uncapped players who didn’t feature much in recent seasons. Mumbai Indians are likely to part ways with Will Jacks after trading in Shardul Thakur and Sherfane Rutherford.&nbsp;Royal Challengers Bangalore, the defending champions, may bid farewell to Liam Livingstone, Blessing Muzarabani, Yash Dayal, and Rasikh Dar. Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings, known for their bold moves, could see departures such as Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Vijay Shankar, and Jamie Overton.

IPL 2026 Retentions: Maxwell to be released from Punjab Kings? See who is going where as deadline day approaches

With less than a day to go before the IPL 2026 retention deadline, the ten participating teams are racing against time to finalise their player line-ups. The focus is shifting toward refining existing squads rather than starting afresh, as various clubs weigh their options on key players. Punjab Kings are reportedly planning to part ways with Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, and Kyle Jamieson—who joined the team mid-season in IPL 2025 as an injury replacement for Lockie Ferguson. Despite this, there’s speculation that Mitch Owen, who filled in for Maxwell during his injury, might be retained. Punjab Kings made it to the IPL 2025 finals, finishing as runners-up. In a different scenario, Lucknow Super Giants are set to keep Mayank Yadav, the young fast bowler who’s been sidelined by injury for most of the last two seasons. Yadav, retained for INR 11 crore, has been recovering from a back injury that required surgery in New Zealand. According to reports, he’s expected to return to full fitness by early January, which clears up concerns regarding his availability for IPL 2026. Also Read: IND vs SA, 1st Test: South Africa breaks silence about 'bauna' remark at Proteas captain by Indian players Meanwhile, Lucknow could release players like Ravi Bishnoi, David Miller, and Shamar Joseph into the auction pool. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who have won the IPL three times, might also release Venkatesh Iyer, although there’s a chance they may look to re-sign him during the mini-auction in December. Rajasthan Royals are in active negotiations with KKR for a possible trade involving Nitish Rana, with both teams exploring options for the exchange. KKR may also let go of South African players Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, though the franchise could choose to retain Ajinkya Rahane. KKR has also been in discussions with Delhi Capitals over a potential deal for KL Rahul, but no final decision has been reached. Delhi Capitals are expected to release pacer T. Natarajan, openers Jake Fraser-McGurk and Faf du Plessis, as well as a few uncapped players who didn’t feature much in recent seasons. Mumbai Indians are likely to part ways with Will Jacks after trading in Shardul Thakur and Sherfane Rutherford. Royal Challengers Bangalore, the defending champions, may bid farewell to Liam Livingstone, Blessing Muzarabani, Yash Dayal, and Rasikh Dar. Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings, known for their bold moves, could see departures such as Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Vijay Shankar, and Jamie Overton.

As the IPL 2026 retention deadline nears, teams finalise squad decisions, with big names like Glenn Maxwell and Quinton de Kock likely to be released from their respective teams

IPL 2026 Retentions: Glenn Maxwell to be released from Punjab Kings? See who is going where as deadline day approaches

Jannik Sinner comfortably beat Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) on Friday to complete a perfect group stage in his ATP Finals title defence. Italian Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to see off spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group. Chants of Sinner's name rang out loudly around the Inapli Arena as delighted fans hailed their hero, who was all smiles despite losing the year-end world number spot to Carlos Alcaraz.&nbsp;"Obviously I'm really happy to be in the semi-finals, to play tomorrow with good energy levels, let's see how we go," Sinner said on court. “We're trying to do the right things and thankfully they're coming off. Tomorrow is a big match, let's try to go as far as we can in the tournament.” Sinner will face Alex de Minaur in the first semi-final on Saturday afternoon, when he will be red-hot favourite to reach his third final in as many years at the season-ending tournament.The 24-year-old hasn't dropped a set at the Finals since losing the 2023 final to Novak Djokovic and he hasn't even had to play his best tennis to rattle off wins against three of the best players on the planet.&nbsp;Sinner started Friday's match by immediately breaking Shelton's serve and from there kept up the pressure without ever giving Shelton, the world number five, any chance of victory, smashing in second serves as fast as 190kph (118mph)."Tough to finish out the season like this, 0-3 at the Finals. For me obviously a great year. A lot of positives," Shelton told reporters. "This will just make me work harder in the off-season, make me even more excited for the 2026 season. But yeah, it stings, for sure."&nbsp;Sinner is on course for yet another final showdown against Alcaraz, who before Friday's match was handed the award for securing top spot in the men's rankings at the end of the 2025 campaign. Alcaraz, who made sure he would end 2025 top of the pile by beating Sinner's countryman Lorenzo Musetti on Thursday night, has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams.&nbsp;Sinner came out on top at Wimbledon but was on the losing side of one of the greatest tennis matches ever played when he threw away a two-set lead in the French Open final in June. The semi-final line-up will be completed later on Friday when Alexander Zverev and Felix&nbsp;Auger-Aliassime battle for the chance to finish second behind Sinner and set up a last-four clash with Alcaraz.&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.

Jannik Sinner completes perfect ATP Finals group stage by seeing off Ben Shelton

Jannik Sinner comfortably beat Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) on Friday to complete a perfect group stage in his ATP Finals title defence. Italian Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to see off spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group. Chants of Sinner's name rang out loudly around the Inapli Arena as delighted fans hailed their hero, who was all smiles despite losing the year-end world number spot to Carlos Alcaraz. "Obviously I'm really happy to be in the semi-finals, to play tomorrow with good energy levels, let's see how we go," Sinner said on court. “We're trying to do the right things and thankfully they're coming off. Tomorrow is a big match, let's try to go as far as we can in the tournament.” Sinner will face Alex de Minaur in the first semi-final on Saturday afternoon, when he will be red-hot favourite to reach his third final in as many years at the season-ending tournament. The 24-year-old hasn't dropped a set at the Finals since losing the 2023 final to Novak Djokovic and he hasn't even had to play his best tennis to rattle off wins against three of the best players on the planet. Sinner started Friday's match by immediately breaking Shelton's serve and from there kept up the pressure without ever giving Shelton, the world number five, any chance of victory, smashing in second serves as fast as 190kph (118mph). "Tough to finish out the season like this, 0-3 at the Finals. For me obviously a great year. A lot of positives," Shelton told reporters. "This will just make me work harder in the off-season, make me even more excited for the 2026 season. But yeah, it stings, for sure." Sinner is on course for yet another final showdown against Alcaraz, who before Friday's match was handed the award for securing top spot in the men's rankings at the end of the 2025 campaign. Alcaraz, who made sure he would end 2025 top of the pile by beating Sinner's countryman Lorenzo Musetti on Thursday night, has won four of his five meetings with Sinner this season, all have been in finals of top-level tournaments -- with two deciding Grand Slams. Sinner came out on top at Wimbledon but was on the losing side of one of the greatest tennis matches ever played when he threw away a two-set lead in the French Open final in June. The semi-final line-up will be completed later on Friday when Alexander Zverev and Felix Auger-Aliassime battle for the chance to finish second behind Sinner and set up a last-four clash with Alcaraz. 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.

Italian Sinner took one hour and 35 minutes to see off spirited Shelton who bowed out of his debut Finals in Turin without a win from his three matches in the Bjorn Borg Group

South Africa's batting coach, Ashwell Prince, downplayed the controversy surrounding the stump-mic comments made by Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. This came after a remark allegedly made by Bumrah on the last ball of the 13th over during South Africa’s innings in the opening Test at Eden Gardens on Friday (November 14). Bumrah’s comment, “bauna bhi hai,” was picked up by the stump mic following a leg-before appeal against Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. The comment was widely interpreted as a taunt aimed at Bavuma’s height.&nbsp;Prince, however, dismissed any significance of the incident during his media interaction after the first day's play, saying that the team would not be discussing the matter. "I’ve just heard about it now, but it won’t be an issue. There’s nothing to discuss regarding what happened out there,” he was quoted as saying.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-1st-test-india-37-1-on-day-1-after-bumrah-s-five-for-leaves-proteas-bowled-out-of-159-1763118930364">IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159</a>&nbsp;Bavuma, who had been sidelined with a calf strain and was making his return as captain, had a brief and forgettable innings. He was dismissed cheaply for just 3 runs off 11 balls by Kuldeep Yadav, caught in a leg-slip trap. The incident in question occurred when Bumrah bowled a good-length delivery that struck Bavuma on the thigh pad. Bumrah made a strong appeal for LBW, but the umpire turned it down. Pant, who thought the ball might have gone over the stumps, supported the decision, and replays confirmed the ball would have missed the stumps.&nbsp;The term "bauna," which is often used to refer to individuals with dwarfism, can be considered offensive if used to describe someone simply short in stature. Despite this, South Africa’s team has decided not to file any formal complaint.

IND vs SA, 1st Test: South Africa breaks silence about 'bauna' remark at Proteas captain by Indian players

South Africa's batting coach, Ashwell Prince, downplayed the controversy surrounding the stump-mic comments made by Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant. This came after a remark allegedly made by Bumrah on the last ball of the 13th over during South Africa’s innings in the opening Test at Eden Gardens on Friday (November 14). Bumrah’s comment, “bauna bhi hai,” was picked up by the stump mic following a leg-before appeal against Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. The comment was widely interpreted as a taunt aimed at Bavuma’s height. Prince, however, dismissed any significance of the incident during his media interaction after the first day's play, saying that the team would not be discussing the matter. "I’ve just heard about it now, but it won’t be an issue. There’s nothing to discuss regarding what happened out there,” he was quoted as saying. Also Read: IND vs SA, 1st Test: India 37/1 on day 1 after Bumrah's five-for leaves Proteas bowled out of 159 Bavuma, who had been sidelined with a calf strain and was making his return as captain, had a brief and forgettable innings. He was dismissed cheaply for just 3 runs off 11 balls by Kuldeep Yadav, caught in a leg-slip trap. The incident in question occurred when Bumrah bowled a good-length delivery that struck Bavuma on the thigh pad. Bumrah made a strong appeal for LBW, but the umpire turned it down. Pant, who thought the ball might have gone over the stumps, supported the decision, and replays confirmed the ball would have missed the stumps. The term "bauna," which is often used to refer to individuals with dwarfism, can be considered offensive if used to describe someone simply short in stature. Despite this, South Africa’s team has decided not to file any formal complaint.

South Africa after winning the toss elected to bat first but were bowled out for 158 runs as India pacer Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul on the opening day of the first Test being played in Kolkata

Arjun Erigaisi tried hard to break GM Levon Aronian’s resistance in their fifth-round opener of the ongoing FIDE World Cup 2025 on Friday (November 14), but the attempt fell short. With the white pieces, Arjun held a small edge in a double-rook endgame, yet the position eventually simplified and the game concluded peacefully after 41 moves. Earlier, GM P. Harikrishna, playing black, adopted a steady approach to keep GM Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara—known for several upsets in the tournament—from finding any winning chances.&nbsp;The event started with 24 Indian participants among 206 players representing 82 countries, all competing for the Viswanathan Anand Trophy. After four rounds, only two Indians remain in the hunt for the title and a berth in the Candidates Tournament. Arjun pushed for an early initiative against the two-time World Cup champion Aronian, and the Armenian-born star appeared to be under pressure—taking nearly half an hour on his 21st move. He eventually discovered a resourceful defensive path and steered the game into safe territory, giving him the comfort of playing white in the next classical game.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dr-sherylle-calder-the-new-secret-weapon-for-indian-men-s-hockey-team-as-they-push-for-2026-asian-games-glory-1763126021446">Dr. Sherylle Calder: The new secret weapon for Indian men's hockey team as they push for 2026 Asian Games glory</a>&nbsp;Harikrishna, meanwhile, had little difficulty navigating Alcantara’s preparation. The pair quickly transitioned into a rook-and-pawn ending and agreed to a draw after 41 moves. By that stage, six of the eight matches of the round had also ended in draws. In the previous round’s tiebreaks, Erigaisi swept GM Peter Leko in both rapid games, and Harikrishna capitalized on his chances to eliminate GM Nils Grandelius.&nbsp;R. Praggnanandhaa’s journey ended in the fifth round after a loss to former World Rapid Champion GM Daniil Dubov. With Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman also exiting after defeats in the classical games, India had three players in the tiebreaks, from which only two ultimately progressed.<h2>Indian results (Round 5, Game 1):</h2>GM Arjun Erigaisi drew with GM Levon Aronian 0.5:0.5; GM Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara drew with GM P Harikrishna 0.5:0.5

FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun and Harikrishna draw opening game of round 5

Arjun Erigaisi tried hard to break GM Levon Aronian’s resistance in their fifth-round opener of the ongoing FIDE World Cup 2025 on Friday (November 14), but the attempt fell short. With the white pieces, Arjun held a small edge in a double-rook endgame, yet the position eventually simplified and the game concluded peacefully after 41 moves. Earlier, GM P. Harikrishna, playing black, adopted a steady approach to keep GM Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara—known for several upsets in the tournament—from finding any winning chances. The event started with 24 Indian participants among 206 players representing 82 countries, all competing for the Viswanathan Anand Trophy. After four rounds, only two Indians remain in the hunt for the title and a berth in the Candidates Tournament. Arjun pushed for an early initiative against the two-time World Cup champion Aronian, and the Armenian-born star appeared to be under pressure—taking nearly half an hour on his 21st move. He eventually discovered a resourceful defensive path and steered the game into safe territory, giving him the comfort of playing white in the next classical game. Also Read: Dr. Sherylle Calder: The new secret weapon for Indian men's hockey team as they push for 2026 Asian Games glory Harikrishna, meanwhile, had little difficulty navigating Alcantara’s preparation. The pair quickly transitioned into a rook-and-pawn ending and agreed to a draw after 41 moves. By that stage, six of the eight matches of the round had also ended in draws. In the previous round’s tiebreaks, Erigaisi swept GM Peter Leko in both rapid games, and Harikrishna capitalized on his chances to eliminate GM Nils Grandelius. R. Praggnanandhaa’s journey ended in the fifth round after a loss to former World Rapid Champion GM Daniil Dubov. With Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman also exiting after defeats in the classical games, India had three players in the tiebreaks, from which only two ultimately progressed. Indian results (Round 5, Game 1): GM Arjun Erigaisi drew with GM Levon Aronian 0.5:0.5; GM Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara drew with GM P Harikrishna 0.5:0.5

Arjun Erigaisi and Harikrishna play out draw in the ongoing FIDE World Cup 2025, advancing, with only two Indian players left in the hunt for a Candidates spot

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi lit up the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha on Friday (Nov 14)with one of the most explosive knocks seen from an Indian youngster. Playing for India A in their first match of the tournament, the young southpaw batter smashed a stunning hundred in just 32 balls against the UAE, leaving the crowd and his teammates amazed.&nbsp;Vaibhav was in full control from the start, hitting the UAE bowlers to all parts of the ground. By the time he reached his hundred, he had already hit ten fours and nine sixes. This became the joint third-fastest hundred by an Indian in men’s T20 cricket. It also bettered his own record; he had struck a 35-ball IPL hundred for Rajasthan Royals earlier in 2025, which is still the fastest IPL century by an Indian.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mohammed-shami-heads-to-this-ipl-team-after-major-trade-deal-ipl-shami-lucknow-super-giants-1763119868841">Mohammed Shami might join THIS IPL team after major trade deal: Reports</a>&nbsp;The teenager looked all set to go after Chris Gayle’s world record of 175. With the way he was batting, a double hundred in T20 cricket didn’t look impossible. But Vaibhav’s incredible innings ended at 144 off only 42 balls when he mistimed a shot to deep cover. He showed his disappointment right after getting out, knowing he had missed a rare chance to etch his name in the record books.&nbsp;During his knock, the pressure on the UAE bowlers was so intense that they even started bowling wides to avoid being hit. Vaibhav finished with 15 sixes and 11 fours, making it the fourth-highest score by an Indian in T20 cricket.&nbsp;India A entered the tournament with a strong squad full of rising IPL names like Vaibhav, Priyansh Arya, Jitesh Sharma and Nehal Wadhera. Until last year, India sent U-23 teams for this event, but this time, selectors picked a powerful senior group to dominate the competition.

Vaibhav Suryawanshi was phenomenal as he dispatched the UAE bowlers all over the park, hitting 32 32-ball hundred for India A in the ongoing Rising Stars Asia Cup. In his innings of 144 runs, he smashed 26 boundaries.

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi lit up the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha on Friday (Nov 14)with one of the most explosive knocks seen from an Indian youngster. Playing for India A in their first match of the tournament, the young southpaw batter smashed a stunning hundred in just 32 balls against the UAE, leaving the crowd and his teammates amazed. Vaibhav was in full control from the start, hitting the UAE bowlers to all parts of the ground. By the time he reached his hundred, he had already hit ten fours and nine sixes. This became the joint third-fastest hundred by an Indian in men’s T20 cricket. It also bettered his own record; he had struck a 35-ball IPL hundred for Rajasthan Royals earlier in 2025, which is still the fastest IPL century by an Indian. Also read | Mohammed Shami might join THIS IPL team after major trade deal: Reports The teenager looked all set to go after Chris Gayle’s world record of 175. With the way he was batting, a double hundred in T20 cricket didn’t look impossible. But Vaibhav’s incredible innings ended at 144 off only 42 balls when he mistimed a shot to deep cover. He showed his disappointment right after getting out, knowing he had missed a rare chance to etch his name in the record books. During his knock, the pressure on the UAE bowlers was so intense that they even started bowling wides to avoid being hit. Vaibhav finished with 15 sixes and 11 fours, making it the fourth-highest score by an Indian in T20 cricket. India A entered the tournament with a strong squad full of rising IPL names like Vaibhav, Priyansh Arya, Jitesh Sharma and Nehal Wadhera. Until last year, India sent U-23 teams for this event, but this time, selectors picked a powerful senior group to dominate the competition.

Vaibhav Suryawanshi was phenomenal as he dispatched the UAE bowlers all over the park, hitting 32 32-ball hundred for India A in the ongoing Rising Stars Asia Cup. In his innings of 144 runs, he smashed 26 boundaries.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 32-ball hundred in Rising Stars Asia Cup clash

To enhance the hand-eye coordination of its players, Hockey India has enlisted the expertise of renowned South African eye specialist Dr. Sherylle Calder. She will be working with the men's hockey team until next year's Asian Games, as confirmed by head coach Craig Fulton to news agency PTI on Friday (November 14). Dr. Calder, an expert in improving hand-eye, foot, and overall body coordination, has worked with some of the world's top athletes. Her EyeGym programs have been credited with boosting the performance of elite sports figures like golfer Ernie Els and Mercedes F1 driver Valtteri Bottas.&nbsp;Dr. Sherylle Calder is a globally recognised leader in the field of visual performance coaching, with over 25 years of experience helping individuals unlock their cognitive potential across sports, business, and education. As the founder of EyeGym, she has crafted a pioneering training program that focuses on the development of advanced cognitive behaviours through visual awareness—a discipline that bridges the gap between mental processes and physical performance.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-sri-lanka-players-escorted-back-to-hotel-under-heavy-security-after-practice-session-1763123415278">WATCH | Sri Lanka players escorted back to hotel under heavy security after practice session</a>&nbsp;Dr. Calder is the only professional in the world to hold a formal PhD in Visual Performance Skills Training, a rare distinction that underscores her deep expertise in the cognitive science of vision and its applications in human performance. Her unique approach has transformed how athletes and professionals understand and enhance their visual and mental skills, leading to measurable improvements in focus, reaction time, decision-making, and overall performance.&nbsp;Her extensive global exposure has allowed her to work with thousands of elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance in a range of competitive sports. Dr. Calder’s coaching resume includes high-profile successes across various disciplines, such as tennis, volleyball, water polo, netball, surfing, canoeing, and skiing. Her clients have included Grand Slam champions, coaches, umpires, and referees—each of whom benefited from her tailored, behind-the-scenes training strategies that focus on cognitive development and visual acuity.<h2>HI announces squad for Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025</h2>Hockey India announced the Indian men’s hockey team for the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, which will take place in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30, 2025. Sanjay has been appointed the captain. India’s campaign will begin with a match against Korea on November 23, followed by a clash with Belgium on November 24. The team will then face Malaysia on November 26, New Zealand on November 27, and finish their group stage with a game against Canada on November 29.&nbsp;The squad includes goalkeepers Pawan and Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar, while the defense line-up features Poovanna Chandura Boby, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Yashdeep Siwach, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, and Sanjay. The midfield will be led by Rajinder Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, Vivek Sagar Prasad, and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen. India's forward line will be spearheaded by Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalage, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek. Standby players for the tournament are Varun Kumar, Vishnu Kant Singh, Hardik Singh, and Angad Bir Singh.

Dr. Sherylle Calder: The new secret weapon for Indian men's hockey team as they push for 2026 Asian Games glory

To enhance the hand-eye coordination of its players, Hockey India has enlisted the expertise of renowned South African eye specialist Dr. Sherylle Calder. She will be working with the men's hockey team until next year's Asian Games, as confirmed by head coach Craig Fulton to news agency PTI on Friday (November 14). Dr. Calder, an expert in improving hand-eye, foot, and overall body coordination, has worked with some of the world's top athletes. Her EyeGym programs have been credited with boosting the performance of elite sports figures like golfer Ernie Els and Mercedes F1 driver Valtteri Bottas. Dr. Sherylle Calder is a globally recognised leader in the field of visual performance coaching, with over 25 years of experience helping individuals unlock their cognitive potential across sports, business, and education. As the founder of EyeGym, she has crafted a pioneering training program that focuses on the development of advanced cognitive behaviours through visual awareness—a discipline that bridges the gap between mental processes and physical performance. Also Read: WATCH | Sri Lanka players escorted back to hotel under heavy security after practice session Dr. Calder is the only professional in the world to hold a formal PhD in Visual Performance Skills Training, a rare distinction that underscores her deep expertise in the cognitive science of vision and its applications in human performance. Her unique approach has transformed how athletes and professionals understand and enhance their visual and mental skills, leading to measurable improvements in focus, reaction time, decision-making, and overall performance. Her extensive global exposure has allowed her to work with thousands of elite athletes, helping them achieve peak performance in a range of competitive sports. Dr. Calder’s coaching resume includes high-profile successes across various disciplines, such as tennis, volleyball, water polo, netball, surfing, canoeing, and skiing. Her clients have included Grand Slam champions, coaches, umpires, and referees—each of whom benefited from her tailored, behind-the-scenes training strategies that focus on cognitive development and visual acuity. HI announces squad for Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 Hockey India announced the Indian men’s hockey team for the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, which will take place in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30, 2025. Sanjay has been appointed the captain. India’s campaign will begin with a match against Korea on November 23, followed by a clash with Belgium on November 24. The team will then face Malaysia on November 26, New Zealand on November 27, and finish their group stage with a game against Canada on November 29. The squad includes goalkeepers Pawan and Mohith Honnenahalli Shashikumar, while the defense line-up features Poovanna Chandura Boby, Nilam Sanjeep Xess, Yashdeep Siwach, Jugraj Singh, Amit Rohidas, and Sanjay. The midfield will be led by Rajinder Singh, Raj Kumar Pal, Nilakanta Sharma, Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, Vivek Sagar Prasad, and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen. India's forward line will be spearheaded by Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Selvam Karthi, Aditya Arjun Lalage, Dilpreet Singh, and Abhishek. Standby players for the tournament are Varun Kumar, Vishnu Kant Singh, Hardik Singh, and Angad Bir Singh.

The next assignment for the Indian men's hockey team is the upcoming 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025, set to be held in Ipoh, Malaysia from November 23-30. Sanjay has been named captain of the team

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