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Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has officially confirmed his GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling the country ‘very special’ and promising fans in Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi a once‑in‑a-lifetime experience. This will mark his first trip back to India after 14 years and the excitement is already building across the nation. Messi announced the tour following the release of the itinerary: four cities over three days, with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 15. &nbsp;In a statement on social media, the Argentine superstar said, “It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago … the fans were fantastic.”&nbsp;Also read | Liverpool legend Michael Owen to headline Premier League weekend in Mumbai, to be part of special fan program&nbsp;The tour is packed with events beyond just soccer. Messi will lead concerts, host meet-and-greets, run football masterclasses, and take part in a padel exhibition at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium. The organisers confirmed that the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata and other selected venues will host marquee events on December 13.

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While the itinerary was unveiled on August 15, Messi’s statement on Thursday cemented fans’ anticipation. The Argentina Football Association (AFA) also revealed the national team will play two friendly windows in 2025: one in October in the U.S., and one in November across Luanda (Angola) and Kerala, India.&nbsp;This tour will mark Messi’s first visit to India since 2011, when he captained Argentina in a friendly against Venezuela at Salt Lake Stadium. He described the trip as an honour, saying, “India is a passionate football nation.” He also expressed hope to connect with a new generation of fans and share his love for the sport.

The tour is packed with events beyond just soccer. Messi will lead concerts, host meet-and-greets, run football masterclasses, and take part in a padel exhibition at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium. 

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has officially confirmed his GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling the country ‘very special’ and promising fans in Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi a once‑in‑a-lifetime experience. This will mark his first trip back to India after 14 years and the excitement is already building across the nation. Messi announced the tour following the release of the itinerary: four cities over three days, with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 15. In a statement on social media, the Argentine superstar said, “It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago … the fans were fantastic.” Also read | Liverpool legend Michael Owen to headline Premier League weekend in Mumbai, to be part of special fan program The tour is packed with events beyond just soccer. Messi will lead concerts, host meet-and-greets, run football masterclasses, and take part in a padel exhibition at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium. The organisers confirmed that the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata and other selected venues will host marquee events on December 13.

The GOAT tour is packed with events beyond just soccer. Messi will lead concerts, host meet-and-greets, run football masterclasses, and take part in a padel exhibition at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium.&nbsp;

Argentine star Lionel Messi announces 2025 India GOAT tour with full itinerary

India will face the West Indies on day 2 of the first Test on Friday (Oct 3) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. On the opening day, India clearly dominated the match, as pacers provided a strong start with the new ball. Kuldeep Yadav, who is making a comeback to Test cricket, also picked up two wickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;With the bat, KL Rahul played a solid knock for his team and scored a half-century. Yashasvi Jaiswal (36) was dismissed just when he seemed to be set for a big score, while Sudharsan got out cheaply on 7. Shubman Gill (18) and KL Rahul (53) were at the crease at stumps. Indian batters will now look to build a big lead on day 2 to put pressure on the visitors for their second innings.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-bumrah-to-shami-list-of-indian-pacers-fastest-to-take-50-test-wickets-at-home-1759412015817">From Bumrah to Shami: Indian pacers fastest to take 50 Test wickets at home</a><h2>IND vs WI, 1st Test, day 2 - Live streaming details</h2><ul><li>When and where will India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 take place?</li></ul>The India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Oct 3, 2025. The match will start at 9:30 AM IST.<ul><li>Where to watch India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live stream in India?</li></ul>The India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 will be streamed live on the Disney+Hotstar app and website.<ul><li>Where to watch India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live telecast on TV in India?</li></ul>India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live telecast will be available on the Star Sports in India.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-kl-rahul-equals-kapil-devs-rare-half-century-record-in-ahmedabad-test-1759411123828">KL Rahul equals Kapil Dev’s rare half-century record in Ahmedabad Test</a><h2>IND vs WI, 1st Test - Playing XIs</h2>India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj&nbsp;West Indies Playing XI: Tagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope(wk), Roston Chase(c), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Johann Layne and Jayden Seales

KL Rahul's fifty has put India in full command on day 1 of 1st Test match in Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2). Earlier in the match, the Indian pacers led by Mohammed Siraj dismantled the West Indies batting lineup and bowled them out for 162 runs.

India will face the West Indies on day 2 of the first Test on Friday (Oct 3) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. On the opening day, India clearly dominated the match, as pacers provided a strong start with the new ball. Kuldeep Yadav, who is making a comeback to Test cricket, also picked up two wickets. With the bat, KL Rahul played a solid knock for his team and scored a half-century. Yashasvi Jaiswal (36) was dismissed just when he seemed to be set for a big score, while Sudharsan got out cheaply on 7. Shubman Gill (18) and KL Rahul (53) were at the crease at stumps. Indian batters will now look to build a big lead on day 2 to put pressure on the visitors for their second innings. Also Check - From Bumrah to Shami: Indian pacers fastest to take 50 Test wickets at home IND vs WI, 1st Test, day 2 - Live streaming details When and where will India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 take place? The India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Oct 3, 2025. The match will start at 9:30 AM IST. Where to watch India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live stream in India? The India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 will be streamed live on the Disney+Hotstar app and website. Where to watch India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live telecast on TV in India? India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2 live telecast will be available on the Star Sports in India. Also Read - KL Rahul equals Kapil Dev’s rare half-century record in Ahmedabad Test IND vs WI, 1st Test - Playing XIs India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj West Indies Playing XI: Tagenarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Shai Hope(wk), Roston Chase(c), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Johann Layne and Jayden Seales

KL Rahul's fifty has put India in full command on day 1 of 1st Test match in Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2). Earlier in the match, the Indian pacers led by Mohammed Siraj dismantled the West Indies batting lineup and bowled them out for 162 runs.

IND vs WI, 1st Test, day 2: When and where to watch India vs West Indies match live streaming in India?

Jasprit Bumrah returned to his best with 3/42 in the first Test against West Indies after a below par Asia Cup 2025 where he took only seven wickets in five matches during India's title-winning campaign. Bumrah also became fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home.

Jasprit Bumrah returned to his best with 3/42 in the first Test against West Indies after a below par Asia Cup 2025 where he took only seven wickets in five matches during India's title-winning campaign. Bumrah also became fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home.

From Bumrah to Shami: Indian pacers fastest to take 50 Test wickets at home

Australia will take on New Zealand in the second T20I of the three-match series on Friday (Oct 3) at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The match will begin at 11:45 am IST. In the first T20I, Tim Robinson’s brilliant century rescued Kiwis from a collapse and helped to put up a competitive score for Australia. In Australian batting innings, their batters showed the hitting power, with skipper Mitchell Marsh smashing 85 runs off just 43 balls. Travis Head (31) and Tim David (21*) also chipped in with useful contributions. Australia easily beat New Zealand by 6 wickets with 21 balls to spare.&nbsp;With two more games left, the BlackCaps will need to address their bowling concerns to stay alive in the series. While, Australia will aim to seal the series in Mount Maunganui.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/top-5-batters-in-latest-icc-t20i-rankings-2025-abhishek-sharma-phil-salt-tilak-varma-jos-buttler-pathum-nissanka-1759404931109">From Abhishek Sharma to Tilak Varma, top 5 batters in latest ICC T20I rankings 2025</a><h2>AUS vs NZ, 2nd T20I - Live streaming details</h2><ul><li>When is Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match?&nbsp;</li></ul>The 2nd T20I between Australia and New Zealand will be played on Friday (Oct 3). The contest will begin at 11:45 AM IST with the toss is scheduled for 11:15 AM IST.<ul><li>Where is the Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match be played?</li></ul>The match is being played at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.<ul><li>Where to watch Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I live streaming?</li></ul>The match between Australia vs New Zealand will be broadcast live on the SonyLIV app and website in India.<ul><li>How to watch Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I live streaming telecast in India?</li></ul>The 2nd T20I match between Australia vs New Zealand will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network.<h2>Australia vs New Zealand T20I squads</h2>New Zealand squad: Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears and James Neesham&nbsp;Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Matthew Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Sean Abbott, Matthew Kuhnemann and Josh Philippe

After suffering a heavy loss in the first match, New Zealand will aim to make a strong comeback against Australia in the second T20I.

Australia will take on New Zealand in the second T20I of the three-match series on Friday (Oct 3) at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The match will begin at 11:45 am IST. In the first T20I, Tim Robinson’s brilliant century rescued Kiwis from a collapse and helped to put up a competitive score for Australia. In Australian batting innings, their batters showed the hitting power, with skipper Mitchell Marsh smashing 85 runs off just 43 balls. Travis Head (31) and Tim David (21*) also chipped in with useful contributions. Australia easily beat New Zealand by 6 wickets with 21 balls to spare. With two more games left, the BlackCaps will need to address their bowling concerns to stay alive in the series. While, Australia will aim to seal the series in Mount Maunganui. Also Check - From Abhishek Sharma to Tilak Varma, top 5 batters in latest ICC T20I rankings 2025 AUS vs NZ, 2nd T20I - Live streaming details When is Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match? The 2nd T20I between Australia and New Zealand will be played on Friday (Oct 3). The contest will begin at 11:45 AM IST with the toss is scheduled for 11:15 AM IST. Where is the Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match be played? The match is being played at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. Where to watch Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I live streaming? The match between Australia vs New Zealand will be broadcast live on the SonyLIV app and website in India. How to watch Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20I live streaming telecast in India? The 2nd T20I match between Australia vs New Zealand will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network. Australia vs New Zealand T20I squads New Zealand squad: Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Bevon Jacobs, Michael Bracewell (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears and James Neesham Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Matthew Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Sean Abbott, Matthew Kuhnemann and Josh Philippe

After suffering a heavy loss in the first match, New Zealand will aim to make a strong comeback against Australia in the second T20I at Bay Oval.

AUS vs NZ, 2nd T20I: When and where to watch Australia vs New Zealand match live streaming in India?

India have begun their home Test season under Shubman Gill’s leadership on a strong note. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) of first Test against West Indies, the visitors were bundled out for 162 in their first innings. It was a day dominated by Indian pacers, with Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah sharing seven wickets between them. In response, India took control, reaching 121/2 with KL Rahul and Gill both unbeaten. It was also a special day for Bumrah as he became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the feat in just 24 innings. He equalled the record previously set by former pacer Javagal Srinath.&nbsp;While these milestones made headlines, KL Rahul’s brilliant unbeaten half-century went unnoticed. Rahul scored 53 runs off 114 balls, displaying complete control at the crease. But this wasn’t just any half-century; it was the first unbeaten fifty scored in the second innings of a Test match in Ahmedabad after 38 years.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-day-1-scorecard-bowlers-strangle-visitors-before-rahuls-unbeaten-fifty-puts-india-in-charge-on-day-1-1759406905704">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Bowlers strangle visitors before Rahul's unbeaten fifty puts India in charge on day 1</a><h2>KL Rahul joins Kapil Dev in this rare feat</h2>The last time an unbeaten half-century was scored in the second innings of a Test match at Ahmedabad was on Mar 4, 1987. Kapil Dev walked out with India at 246/6, chasing Pakistan’s 395 in first innings. Kapil scored an unbeaten 50 to help India reach 323, and the match ended in a draw.&nbsp;Coming back to the India vs West Indies Test, KL Rahul has been rock solid at the top, demonstrating both patience and technical skill. His unbeaten 53 reflects his calmness under pressure. Rahul’s batting has helped India stay in control, and he will look to erase the deficit and build a good, strong lead for the hosts.&nbsp;As India gears up for day 2 against the West Indies, all attention will be on Rahul and his role in anchoring the innings.

While these milestones made headlines, KL Rahul’s brilliant unbeaten half-century went unnoticed. Rahul scored 53 runs off 114 balls, displaying complete control at the crease.

India have begun their home Test season under Shubman Gill’s leadership on a strong note. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) of first Test against West Indies, the visitors were bundled out for 162 in their first innings. It was a day dominated by Indian pacers, with Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah sharing seven wickets between them. In response, India took control, reaching 121/2 with KL Rahul and Gill both unbeaten. It was also a special day for Bumrah as he became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the feat in just 24 innings. He equalled the record previously set by former pacer Javagal Srinath. While these milestones made headlines, KL Rahul’s brilliant unbeaten half-century went unnoticed. Rahul scored 53 runs off 114 balls, displaying complete control at the crease. But this wasn’t just any half-century; it was the first unbeaten fifty scored in the second innings of a Test match in Ahmedabad after 38 years. Also read | IND vs WI, 1st Test: Bowlers strangle visitors before Rahul's unbeaten fifty puts India in charge on day 1 KL Rahul joins Kapil Dev in this rare feat The last time an unbeaten half-century was scored in the second innings of a Test match at Ahmedabad was on Mar 4, 1987. Kapil Dev walked out with India at 246/6, chasing Pakistan’s 395 in first innings. Kapil scored an unbeaten 50 to help India reach 323, and the match ended in a draw. Coming back to the India vs West Indies Test, KL Rahul has been rock solid at the top, demonstrating both patience and technical skill. His unbeaten 53 reflects his calmness under pressure. Rahul’s batting has helped India stay in control, and he will look to erase the deficit and build a good, strong lead for the hosts. As India gears up for day 2 against the West Indies, all attention will be on Rahul and his role in anchoring the innings.

Rahul scored 53 runs off 114 balls, displaying complete control at the crease. But this wasn’t just any half-century; it was the first unbeaten fifty scored in the second innings of a Test match in Ahmedabad after 38 years.

IND vs WI, 1st Test: KL Rahul equals Kapil Dev’s rare half-century record in Ahmedabad Test

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

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

From Abhishek Sharma to Tilak Varma, top 5 batters in latest ICC T20I rankings 2025

India have got off to a strong start in their first-ever home Test under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the hosts reached 121/2 in response to West Indies’ 162, trailing by just 41 runs in the first innings. KL Rahul continued his solid form with yet another half-century and was unbeaten on 53. Skipper Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal chipped in with a handy 36, while Sudharsan had a disappointing home debut, dismissed for just 7.&nbsp;Earlier, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the West Indies were bundled out for 162 runs. Seven Windies batsmen scored less than 20, with Justin Greaves showing some resistance by scoring 32. Shai Hope (26) and skipper Roston Chase (24) added useful contributions.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH</a><h2>Pacers headline day 1 for India</h2>India started strongly with the ball by removing Tangerine Chanderpaul for a duck. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals, and the West Indies were soon reduced to 42 for 4. Shai Hope and Roston Chase tried to steady the innings with a 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket, before Kuldeep took out Hope for 26 at the stoke of lunch. Pierre and Greaves then added a 39-run partnership for the seventh wicket but it wasn't enough. After being seven down at 144, the visitors lost their last three wickets for just 18 runs.&nbsp;Mohammed Siraj was the standout bowler for India, taking four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up three. The spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar shared three wickets between them, completing a clinical bowling performance for India.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-west-indies-1st-test-watch-kuldeep-yadav-bowled-shai-hope-on-day-1-in-ahmedabad-1759397278395">Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket</a><h2>Milestone Alert</h2>Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the milestone in just 24 innings. He equalled the record set by former pacer Javagal Srinath. Bumrah surpassed legends like Kapil Dev, who took 25 innings, as well as Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami, both of whom took 27 innings to reach 50 wickets in India.

 KL Rahul continued his solid form with an unbeaten 53, bringing up yet another half-century. Skipper Shubman Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs and is currently not out. 

India have got off to a strong start in their first-ever home Test under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. At stumps on day 1 (Oct 2) at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the hosts reached 121/2 in response to West Indies’ 162, trailing by just 41 runs in the first innings. KL Rahul continued his solid form with yet another half-century and was unbeaten on 53. Skipper Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal chipped in with a handy 36, while Sudharsan had a disappointing home debut, dismissed for just 7. Earlier, after winning the toss and choosing to bat first at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the West Indies were bundled out for 162 runs. Seven Windies batsmen scored less than 20, with Justin Greaves showing some resistance by scoring 32. Shai Hope (26) and skipper Roston Chase (24) added useful contributions. Also read | IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH Pacers headline day 1 for India India started strongly with the ball by removing Tangerine Chanderpaul for a duck. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals, and the West Indies were soon reduced to 42 for 4. Shai Hope and Roston Chase tried to steady the innings with a 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket, before Kuldeep took out Hope for 26 at the stoke of lunch. Pierre and Greaves then added a 39-run partnership for the seventh wicket but it wasn't enough. After being seven down at 144, the visitors lost their last three wickets for just 18 runs. Mohammed Siraj was the standout bowler for India, taking four wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up three. The spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar shared three wickets between them, completing a clinical bowling performance for India. Also read | Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket Milestone Alert Ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home, achieving the milestone in just 24 innings. He equalled the record set by former pacer Javagal Srinath. Bumrah surpassed legends like Kapil Dev, who took 25 innings, as well as Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami, both of whom took 27 innings to reach 50 wickets in India.

KL Rahul continued his solid form with an unbeaten 53, bringing up yet another half-century. Skipper Shubman Gill is holding firm at the other end with 18 runs and is currently not out.&nbsp;

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Bowlers strangle visitors before Rahul's unbeaten fifty puts India in charge on day 1

In a historic moment for refugee athletes worldwide, Guillaume Junior Atangana etched his name in the record books by becoming the first refugee athlete to win a title at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025. At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, the visually impaired sprinter clocked 51.95 seconds in the 400m T11 category, securing gold and his season’s best performance. “I am a World champion finally. We have been working hard for this,” said an emotional Atangana, who runs with his guide, Donard Ndim Nyamjua.<h2>Cameroon wanted to pursue Football</h2>Born in Cameroon, Atangana initially dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. But at the age of 8, his life took a turn when a botched malaria medication caused an allergic reaction, damaging his nervous system and leading to total vision loss by age 12. “He lost his sight due to an allergic reaction to malaria drugs,” confirmed Donard.&nbsp;Despite the setback, Atangana was determined to stay in sports. Encouraged by friends, he turned to para athletics in 2016. “I never won any medal. But I decided not to give up,” he recalled. After a fourth-place finish at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, Atangana moved to England in hopes of better support. However, life there brought fresh challenges; he lost his asylum papers, and his guide was injured.&nbsp;“I left my home country for better chances… but I lost all my papers and after that, my guide was also injured,” he said. “It was a barrage of setbacks. I believed in God and kept doing my hard work.” The duo eventually joined BKS Disability Athletics Club, under coach Janet-Alison Arkwright, and began rebuilding.<h3>Paris Breakthrough</h3>The turning point came at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, where Atangana won bronze and was named flag-bearer for the refugee team. “As I say always, my Paris bronze medal is worth the gold. It is the hope for the refugees around the world.” Cameroon added.

 At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, the visually impaired sprinter clocked 51.95 seconds in the 400m T11 category, securing gold and his season’s best performance. 

In a historic moment for refugee athletes worldwide, Guillaume Junior Atangana etched his name in the record books by becoming the first refugee athlete to win a title at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025. At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, the visually impaired sprinter clocked 51.95 seconds in the 400m T11 category, securing gold and his season’s best performance. “I am a World champion finally. We have been working hard for this,” said an emotional Atangana, who runs with his guide, Donard Ndim Nyamjua. Cameroon wanted to pursue Football Born in Cameroon, Atangana initially dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. But at the age of 8, his life took a turn when a botched malaria medication caused an allergic reaction, damaging his nervous system and leading to total vision loss by age 12. “He lost his sight due to an allergic reaction to malaria drugs,” confirmed Donard. Despite the setback, Atangana was determined to stay in sports. Encouraged by friends, he turned to para athletics in 2016. “I never won any medal. But I decided not to give up,” he recalled. After a fourth-place finish at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, Atangana moved to England in hopes of better support. However, life there brought fresh challenges; he lost his asylum papers, and his guide was injured. “I left my home country for better chances… but I lost all my papers and after that, my guide was also injured,” he said. “It was a barrage of setbacks. I believed in God and kept doing my hard work.” The duo eventually joined BKS Disability Athletics Club, under coach Janet-Alison Arkwright, and began rebuilding. Paris Breakthrough The turning point came at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, where Atangana won bronze and was named flag-bearer for the refugee team. “As I say always, my Paris bronze medal is worth the gold. It is the hope for the refugees around the world.” Cameroon added.

At the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, the visually impaired sprinter clocked 51.95 seconds in the 400m T11 category, securing gold and his season’s best performance.&nbsp;

Historic and inspiring! Cameron's Atangana wins first-ever refugee gold medal at World Para Athletics Championships

Mohammed Siraj was sensational on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, taking four wickets in the first innings. The pacer picked three of his four wickets inside the first hour of play, leaving the visitors nearly half their side down for less than 50 runs on the board. He was denied a potential five-for as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">Jasprit Bumrah came back breathing fire</a> in the second session but Siraj still managed to have a record outing for an Indian pacer against West Indies in home Tests.<h2>Siraj is next to Kapil in Tests vs West Indies at Ahmedabad</h2>The Indian pacer, since his debut, has been in shadows of Bumrah but still managed to make a name of himself, especially in Tests without Bumrah. In Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2), Siraj was at his absolute best but finished one short of a five-for at 4/40. His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. Umesh had taken 6/88 in Hyderabad Test in 2018.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-west-indies-1st-test-watch-kuldeep-yadav-bowled-shai-hope-on-day-1-in-ahmedabad-1759397278395">Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket</a><h2>Kuldeep returns to Test cricket in style</h2>Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. The spinner finished with 2/25, including the last wicket of the innings, in his first Test since playing against New Zealand at home last year.

His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. 

Mohammed Siraj was sensational on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, taking four wickets in the first innings. The pacer picked three of his four wickets inside the first hour of play, leaving the visitors nearly half their side down for less than 50 runs on the board. He was denied a potential five-for as Jasprit Bumrah came back breathing fire in the second session but Siraj still managed to have a record outing for an Indian pacer against West Indies in home Tests. Siraj is next to Kapil in Tests vs West Indies at Ahmedabad The Indian pacer, since his debut, has been in shadows of Bumrah but still managed to make a name of himself, especially in Tests without Bumrah. In Ahmedabad on Thursday (Oct 2), Siraj was at his absolute best but finished one short of a five-for at 4/40. His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India. Umesh had taken 6/88 in Hyderabad Test in 2018. Also Read - Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket Kuldeep returns to Test cricket in style Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. The spinner finished with 2/25, including the last wicket of the innings, in his first Test since playing against New Zealand at home last year.

His four-wicket haul in Ahmedabad is still the second best by an India pacer since Kapil Dev's 9/83 in 1983. Siraj is also the first Indian pacer since Umesh Yadav to take four wickets or more against West Indies in a Test in India.&nbsp;

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Siraj comes out of Bumrah shadow with performance only next to Kapil Dev in Ahmedabad

Kuldeep Yadav has always been a curious case in the Indian cricket team, especially in Tests. The left-arm wrist spinner made his debut back in March 2017 against Australia but has managed to play just 13 more Tests since then including the ongoing first Test against West Indies. India's current bowling coach Morne Morkel, who retired in 2018, has played more Tests (14) since Kuldeep's debut month. The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.<h2>Kuldeep takes wicket on unplayable ball on return to Test cricket</h2>Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic.Also Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-1st-test-red-ball-bumrah-leaves-batters-hanging-dry-with-searing-yorkers-in-cloudy-ahmedabad-watch-1759393978136">IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad</a>The spinner bowled a loopy ball outside off to right-hand batter Shai Hope and the ball turned into him after being pitched onto a foot-mark. It went through Hope's bat and pad gap to hit the top of off stump and Kuldeep was ecstatic with the wicket. Have a look at the ball below:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Welcome back to Test cricket, <a href="https://twitter.com/imkuldeep18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imkuldeep18</a>! 💙 His first Test since October 2024 &amp; Kuldeep cleans up Shai Hope just before Lunch! ☝ 🍽 LUNCH | WI 90/5 (23.2) Catch the LIVE action ➡ <a href="https://t.co/Ju76dqhTdq">https://t.co/Ju76dqhTdq</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvWI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvWI</a> 1st Test, Day 1 👉 LIVE NOW on Star Sports &amp; JioHotstar <a href="https://t.co/Qc7e3CIIis">pic.twitter.com/Qc7e3CIIis</a>&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/1973632353663631657?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Bumrah creates history as West Indies fold out for 162</h2>West Indies were bowled out a paltry 162 in the first innings after electing to bat first post winning the toss. Mohammed Siraj was pick of the Indian bowlers with the figures of 4/40 but it was Bumrah who impressed with his 3/42 including two wickets on searing yorkers. With the wickets, Bumrah became the joint-fastest Indian pacer to take 50 Test wickets at home along with Javagal Srinath - both the bowlers took 24 innings to reach the milestone.

The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.

Kuldeep Yadav has always been a curious case in the Indian cricket team, especially in Tests. The left-arm wrist spinner made his debut back in March 2017 against Australia but has managed to play just 13 more Tests since then including the ongoing first Test against West Indies. India's current bowling coach Morne Morkel, who retired in 2018, has played more Tests (14) since Kuldeep's debut month. The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery. Kuldeep takes wicket on unplayable ball on return to Test cricket Skipper Shubman Gill introduced Kuldeep Yadav into the attack just before lunch on day 1 (Oct 2) of the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad. The conditions were friendly to pace bowling and West Indies were already four wickets down. A 38-run partnership for the fifth wicket was slowly putting West Indies into slight comfort before Kuldeep worked his magic. Also Watch: IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad The spinner bowled a loopy ball outside off to right-hand batter Shai Hope and the ball turned into him after being pitched onto a foot-mark. It went through Hope's bat and pad gap to hit the top of off stump and Kuldeep was ecstatic with the wicket. Have a look at the ball below:

The spinner last turned up for India in whites against New Zealand nearly an year ago before being overlooked in Australia and England. Kuldeep, however, celebrated his return to Test cricket with style with a wicket on a fairytale delivery.

Kuldeep, with less Tests than India bowling coach Morkel since debut, celebrates return to red-ball with fairytale wicket

Jasprit Bumrah looked out of touch at the recent-concluded Asia Cup 2025 where he managed just seven wickets in five games in India's title-winning campaign. The Indian pacer, however, was back at his best in the first Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad which started on October 2. The pacer picked up three wickets, two of which came in the second session on searing yorkers, showing why is he considered one of the greatest modern pacers in world cricket. The batters, although from lower order, had no answer to Bumrah's laser-guided yorkers in a cloudy Ahmedabad.<h2>Bumrah leaves WI dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad</h2>Bumrah picked up his first wicket in the seventh over of the innings before unleashing himself in the second half with West Indies already seven down. The first of Bumrah's yorker victims was Justin Greaves who saw his off-stump being uprooted on a perfectly bowled full delivery. The next one was debutant Johann Layne who found two of his stumps being undone by a similar Bumrah yorker like the previous one. Have a look at the wickets below:

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With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma as well as Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/usa-cricket-files-for-bankruptcy-ahead-of-court-hearing-with-ace-1759391630495">USA Cricket files for bankruptcy ahead of court hearing with ACE</a><h2>West Indies fold out for 162</h2>The visitors didn't have a great day 1 in the Test apart from winning the toss. They lost the first wicket in the fourth over itself when Mohammed Siraj sent back returning Tagenarine Chanderpaul. After Bumrah's first wicket, Siraj struck twice more as West Indies became 12/0 to 42/4 before ending the first session on 90/5. Most of the West Indies batters got a start but failed to convert it into a big innings.India bowlers, on the other hand, were clinical in their performance. The started the second session with a quick wicket before a 39-run partnership for the 7th wicket tried to halt a derailing innings. West Indies were eventually bowled out shortly before tea on the first day. For India, Siraj finished with 4/40, Bumrah picked up 3/42, Kuldeep picked 2/25, and Washington Sundar pitched with 1/9.

With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma & Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.

Jasprit Bumrah looked out of touch at the recent-concluded Asia Cup 2025 where he managed just seven wickets in five games in India's title-winning campaign. The Indian pacer, however, was back at his best in the first Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad which started on October 2. The pacer picked up three wickets, two of which came in the second session on searing yorkers, showing why is he considered one of the greatest modern pacers in world cricket. The batters, although from lower order, had no answer to Bumrah's laser-guided yorkers in a cloudy Ahmedabad. Bumrah leaves WI dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad Bumrah picked up his first wicket in the seventh over of the innings before unleashing himself in the second half with West Indies already seven down. The first of Bumrah's yorker victims was Justin Greaves who saw his off-stump being uprooted on a perfectly bowled full delivery. The next one was debutant Johann Layne who found two of his stumps being undone by a similar Bumrah yorker like the previous one. Have a look at the wickets below:

With these wickets, Bumrah also became the fastest Indian pacer to take 50 wickets at home in 24 innings and equaled former pacer Javagal Srinath's long-standing record. Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev (25 innings) and Ishant Sharma &amp; Mohammed Shami - both 27 innings - to reach the milestone.

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Red-ball Bumrah leaves batters hanging dry with searing yorkers in cloudy Ahmedabad - WATCH

In a dramatic twist to an already chaotic situation, USA Cricket (USAC) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Thursday (Oct 2), just minutes before a crucial court hearing in its legal battle with American Cricket Enterprises (ACE). This marks the first time an ICC member board has ever declared bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the world cricketing community. Tensions had been rising between USAC and ACE, the company that funds and manages much of American cricket's development.&nbsp;ACE had taken USAC to court, arguing that the board had wrongly terminated their agreement, which could harm the future of the sport in the U.S. A preliminary injunction hearing was scheduled to decide whether the partnership should continue while a full legal process unfolds.However, just before the hearing could begin, USAC filed for bankruptcy. This automatically paused the court case, shifting the legal process to a federal bankruptcy court instead.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-ashwin-goes-unsold-in-ilt20-auction-but-pakistan-players-picked-despite-no-noc-1759388425631">Ravi Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC</a><h3>Why Did USA Cricket File for Bankruptcy?</h3>According to a report by Cricbuzz, USAC’s decision may have been a last-minute attempt to gain legal leverage. Financial documents from the bankruptcy filing show that USAC has limited assets and owes over $500,000 in unsecured claims. It also lists current player contracts, which could now be delayed or renegotiated due to bankruptcy laws.ACE criticised the move strongly, saying USAC "could not bear for the hearing to begin" and was only acting out of "politics and personal agendas." ACE also claimed it had offered to keep payments going if USAC agreed to a temporary legal agreement, but USAC refused.<h3>What Next?</h3>The future of USA Cricket now hangs in the balance. With the bankruptcy case taking priority, the legal fight with ACE is on hold. The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) had earlier asked USAC’s board to resign to help reform the sport’s governance but the board declined.

 This marks the first time an ICC member board has ever declared bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the world cricketing community. Tensions had been rising between USAC and ACE, the company that funds and manages much of American cricket's development.

In a dramatic twist to an already chaotic situation, USA Cricket (USAC) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Thursday (Oct 2), just minutes before a crucial court hearing in its legal battle with American Cricket Enterprises (ACE). This marks the first time an ICC member board has ever declared bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the world cricketing community. Tensions had been rising between USAC and ACE, the company that funds and manages much of American cricket's development. ACE had taken USAC to court, arguing that the board had wrongly terminated their agreement, which could harm the future of the sport in the U.S. A preliminary injunction hearing was scheduled to decide whether the partnership should continue while a full legal process unfolds. However, just before the hearing could begin, USAC filed for bankruptcy. This automatically paused the court case, shifting the legal process to a federal bankruptcy court instead. Also read | Ravi Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC Why Did USA Cricket File for Bankruptcy? According to a report by Cricbuzz, USAC’s decision may have been a last-minute attempt to gain legal leverage. Financial documents from the bankruptcy filing show that USAC has limited assets and owes over $500,000 in unsecured claims. It also lists current player contracts, which could now be delayed or renegotiated due to bankruptcy laws. ACE criticised the move strongly, saying USAC "could not bear for the hearing to begin" and was only acting out of "politics and personal agendas." ACE also claimed it had offered to keep payments going if USAC agreed to a temporary legal agreement, but USAC refused. What Next? The future of USA Cricket now hangs in the balance. With the bankruptcy case taking priority, the legal fight with ACE is on hold. The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) had earlier asked USAC’s board to resign to help reform the sport’s governance but the board declined.

&nbsp;This marks the first time an ICC member board has ever declared bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the world cricketing community. Tensions had been rising between USAC and ACE, the company that funds and manages much of American cricket's development.

USA Cricket files for bankruptcy ahead of court hearing with ACE

Ravindra Jadeja has been playing international cricket for a long time now. The veteran all-rounder, however, has never been in leadership role despite being one of the most senior players in the team, especially in Tests. Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury picked on the England Test tour. The all-rounder, however, wasn't informed of this decision ahead of the announcement.<h2>Jadeja says BCCI didn't inform about VC decision</h2>Ahead of the first Test against West indies which started on October 2 in Ahmedabad, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video where Jadeja was asked about being named the vice-captain. The all-rounder was candid in his conversation and acknowledged being happy at being given the deputy's position.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-ashwin-goes-unsold-in-ilt20-auction-but-pakistan-players-picked-despite-no-noc-1759388425631">Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC</a>“They didn’t say anything to me. They just announced the team and I saw that besides my name the VC is written, so I was very happy. And as a player, you always gain confidence whenever you see some kind of gesture from the management, captain and coach. At the end of the day, you are always happy to do good and share your experience with the team,” Jadeja said in the video.<h2>Kuldeep makes comeback in Test team</h2>India included Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI for the first Test against West Indies. The left-arm wrist spinner last played a Test against New Zealand at home in a series which India shockingly lost 0-3. Kuldeep didn't get a chance to play on the England tour but was the lone specialist spinner in the India team in the first Test along with spin all-rounders Jadeja and Washington Sundar.

Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury .

Ravindra Jadeja has been playing international cricket for a long time now. The veteran all-rounder, however, has never been in leadership role despite being one of the most senior players in the team, especially in Tests. Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury picked on the England Test tour. The all-rounder, however, wasn't informed of this decision ahead of the announcement. Jadeja says BCCI didn't inform about VC decision Ahead of the first Test against West indies which started on October 2 in Ahmedabad, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video where Jadeja was asked about being named the vice-captain. The all-rounder was candid in his conversation and acknowledged being happy at being given the deputy's position. Also Read - Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC “They didn’t say anything to me. They just announced the team and I saw that besides my name the VC is written, so I was very happy. And as a player, you always gain confidence whenever you see some kind of gesture from the management, captain and coach. At the end of the day, you are always happy to do good and share your experience with the team,” Jadeja said in the video. Kuldeep makes comeback in Test team India included Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI for the first Test against West Indies. The left-arm wrist spinner last played a Test against New Zealand at home in a series which India shockingly lost 0-3. Kuldeep didn't get a chance to play on the England tour but was the lone specialist spinner in the India team in the first Test along with spin all-rounders Jadeja and Washington Sundar.

Ahead of the ongoing India vs West Indies Test series though, Jadeja was named the vice-captain under new skipper Shubman Gill's first home Test series. Jadeja was given the opportunity as India's regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant was left out of the squad because of an injury .

IND vs WI, 1st Test: Jadeja reveals he 'wasn't informed by BCCI' about being named vice-captain

At least two people have died in Moroccan Gen Z protests, also dubbed "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising", in yet another flare-up of youth-led anger similar to movements in Nepal and Bangladesh. This is the most significant protest movement in Morocco since the 2011 February 20 movement linked to the Arab Spring, and the 2016–2017 Hirak Rif uprising. Who are the organisers of this protest? And what is the football link to this protest? Here is what you should know.<h2>Morocco Gen Z protest, launched by tech-savvy youth</h2>From September 27, protests erupted across at least 15 cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Agadir, and Tangier, mainly led by Moroccan youth born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s.&nbsp;These young people are frustrated over economic hardship, regional inequalities, crumbling public services, and youth unemployment that has hit 35.8 percent.&nbsp;They are also protesting alleged corruption under Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s government.<h2>The death of pregnant women in a Morocco hospital that triggered protests</h2>Morocco is no stranger to protest movements. The immediate spark for the latest uprising came in mid-September, after eight pregnant women died in a public hospital in Agadir due to overcrowding, understaffing, and shortage of medical equipment. This tragedy exposed systemic failures in healthcare and highlighted the neglect of rural populations, particularly in the Agadir region. Morocco has only 7.7 doctors per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organization's recommendation of 25. The ratio is even lower in Agadir, at 4.4. The women’s deaths have become a symbol of broader inequality.<h2>The football link: Anger over World Cup spending</h2>The Moroccan government’s multibillion-dollar investments in football infrastructure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and 2030 FIFA World Cup drew sharp criticism from the youth. Protest slogans included "We want hospitals, not stadiums".&nbsp;The massive spending on stadiums—over $5 billion by some estimates—is seen by many as a symbol of elite interests overtaking public needs.&nbsp;Rural youth, in particular, feel excluded from national progress. This anger at the government’s priorities spilled into the streets, especially in regions still recovering from the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, which reportedly killed thousands and destroyed entire villages.<h2>GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice: Who are the digital-savvy organisers of the Morocco protest?&nbsp;</h2>Two faceless, youth-led digital collectives are at the forefront of the current uprising: GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice.&nbsp;GenZ 212 is named after Rabat’s area code. It operates through online platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Discord, and Facebook. Initially, it promoted peaceful protests while rejecting political affiliations.&nbsp;Morocco Youth Voice focuses on human rights and regional logistics, particularly emphasising women’s issues.&nbsp;Both these groups reject traditional political leadership and operate as decentralised, leaderless movements. They have been using so-called “digital guerrilla tactics”, including AI-generated content and live-streamed events, to gather attention. In just a few days, the membership of GenZ 212 grew rapidly, with some posts reaching millions of views.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-gen-z-protests-heads-roll-from-nepal-to-indonesia-and-beyond-tiktok-generation-leads-change-in-politics-dominated-by-the-old-and-senile-1757401084536">When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile</a><h2>What is different about the 2025 Morocco protest?</h2>Earlier protests in Morocco were led by trade unions, leftist groups, or opposition parties. But the Gen Z protests of 2025 are a decentralised movement, whose main organisers are digitally native youth who mostly stayed anonymous. They are demanding healthcare reform, investment in education, a crackdown on corruption, and the redirection of World Cup funding toward essential public services.While not explicitly anti-monarchy, the protests challenge entrenched systems of power, particularly the ‘Makhzen’, a collective term used to refer to Morocco’s traditional governing elite, including the monarchy, security apparatus, and business interests. The protesters have not directly targeted the king, yet the calls for transparency, dignity, and opportunity question the broader political and economic structure.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/ladakh-s-gen-z-protests-urged-to-choose-dialogue-over-discord-in-land-of-lamas-peace-chants-1758806213531">Ladakh’s Gen Z protesters urged to choose dialogue over discord in Land of Lamas’ peace chants</a><h2>How the Morocco protests became violent</h2>The protests began peacefully in late September, but on Wedenesday (Oct 1), violence broke out in cities like Inezgane and Oujda. At least three protesters have been killed so far—two in Leqliaa (near Agadir), and one in Oujda. At least 263 security personnel and 23 civilians have been injured, and more than 400 people arrested, including minors. Trials are set to begin on October 7 for those detained on charges related to public disorder.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed</a><h2>What is the government doing about the Morocco protests?</h2>The government has praised the security response to the protests as “balanced” and promised reforms. However, human rights groups have alleged the use of excessive force and accused authorities of restricting freedom of expression. Critics argued that the government is evading accountability and suppressing legitimate dissent.With parliamentary elections set for 2026, these protests signal a generational shift in Moroccan politics, with local grievances converging with the fast-growing wave of global Gen Z activism. With their voices amplified on social media and international solidarity growing, the unrest shows no sign of abating.&nbsp;

The 2025 Moroccan Gen Z protests, often referred to as the "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising," represent a significant wave of youth-led demonstrations that erupted across Morocco in recent months. Here is how it's different, and why it matters

At least two people have died in Moroccan Gen Z protests, also dubbed "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising", in yet another flare-up of youth-led anger similar to movements in Nepal and Bangladesh. This is the most significant protest movement in Morocco since the 2011 February 20 movement linked to the Arab Spring, and the 2016–2017 Hirak Rif uprising. Who are the organisers of this protest? And what is the football link to this protest? Here is what you should know. Morocco Gen Z protest, launched by tech-savvy youth From September 27, protests erupted across at least 15 cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Agadir, and Tangier, mainly led by Moroccan youth born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s. These young people are frustrated over economic hardship, regional inequalities, crumbling public services, and youth unemployment that has hit 35.8 percent. They are also protesting alleged corruption under Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s government. The death of pregnant women in a Morocco hospital that triggered protests Morocco is no stranger to protest movements. The immediate spark for the latest uprising came in mid-September, after eight pregnant women died in a public hospital in Agadir due to overcrowding, understaffing, and shortage of medical equipment. This tragedy exposed systemic failures in healthcare and highlighted the neglect of rural populations, particularly in the Agadir region. Morocco has only 7.7 doctors per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organization's recommendation of 25. The ratio is even lower in Agadir, at 4.4. The women’s deaths have become a symbol of broader inequality. The football link: Anger over World Cup spending The Moroccan government’s multibillion-dollar investments in football infrastructure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and 2030 FIFA World Cup drew sharp criticism from the youth. Protest slogans included "We want hospitals, not stadiums". The massive spending on stadiums—over $5 billion by some estimates—is seen by many as a symbol of elite interests overtaking public needs. Rural youth, in particular, feel excluded from national progress. This anger at the government’s priorities spilled into the streets, especially in regions still recovering from the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, which reportedly killed thousands and destroyed entire villages. GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice: Who are the digital-savvy organisers of the Morocco protest? Two faceless, youth-led digital collectives are at the forefront of the current uprising: GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice. GenZ 212 is named after Rabat’s area code. It operates through online platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Discord, and Facebook. Initially, it promoted peaceful protests while rejecting political affiliations. Morocco Youth Voice focuses on human rights and regional logistics, particularly emphasising women’s issues. Both these groups reject traditional political leadership and operate as decentralised, leaderless movements. They have been using so-called “digital guerrilla tactics”, including AI-generated content and live-streamed events, to gather attention. In just a few days, the membership of GenZ 212 grew rapidly, with some posts reaching millions of views. Also read: When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile What is different about the 2025 Morocco protest? Earlier protests in Morocco were led by trade unions, leftist groups, or opposition parties. But the Gen Z protests of 2025 are a decentralised movement, whose main organisers are digitally native youth who mostly stayed anonymous. They are demanding healthcare reform, investment in education, a crackdown on corruption, and the redirection of World Cup funding toward essential public services. While not explicitly anti-monarchy, the protests challenge entrenched systems of power, particularly the ‘Makhzen’, a collective term used to refer to Morocco’s traditional governing elite, including the monarchy, security apparatus, and business interests. The protesters have not directly targeted the king, yet the calls for transparency, dignity, and opportunity question the broader political and economic structure. Also read: Ladakh’s Gen Z protesters urged to choose dialogue over discord in Land of Lamas’ peace chants How the Morocco protests became violent The protests began peacefully in late September, but on Wedenesday (Oct 1), violence broke out in cities like Inezgane and Oujda. At least three protesters have been killed so far—two in Leqliaa (near Agadir), and one in Oujda. At least 263 security personnel and 23 civilians have been injured, and more than 400 people arrested, including minors. Trials are set to begin on October 7 for those detained on charges related to public disorder. https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed What is the government doing about the Morocco protests? The government has praised the security response to the protests as “balanced” and promised reforms. However, human rights groups have alleged the use of excessive force and accused authorities of restricting freedom of expression. Critics argued that the government is evading accountability and suppressing legitimate dissent. With parliamentary elections set for 2026, these protests signal a generational shift in Moroccan politics, with local grievances converging with the fast-growing wave of global Gen Z activism. With their voices amplified on social media and international solidarity growing, the unrest shows no sign of abating.

The 2025 Moroccan Gen Z protests, often referred to as the "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising," represent a significant wave of youth-led demonstrations that erupted across Morocco in recent months. Here is how it's different, and why it matters

Morocco Gen Z protests kill 3: What's 'Gen Z 212' and the 'hospitals, not stadiums' football link to yet another youth-led movement?

Retired India off spinner Ravi Ashwin surprising went unsold in the inaugural International League T20 (ILT20) auction on October 1. Ashwin was the highest base price player in the auction with $120,000 tag. The offie, however, can still play in the league if a franchise decides to pick him up as a wildcard. Two of the total six franchises, MI Emirates and Desert Vipers, are yet to announce their wildcard picks before the season starts in January next year. Ashwin also didn't feature in the accelerated auction after going unsold in the regular slot.<h2>Pakistan player picked despite no NOC</h2>The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) withdrew all the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued to players to take part in the foreign T20 leagues a day after their Asia Cup 2025 final loss against India. Despite no NOC, three Pakistan players were picked in the auction. Among the six franchises though, only the Vipers bid for Pakistan players and grabbed all three sold names. The Vipers picked up &nbsp;Fakhar Zaman (US $80,000), Naseem Shah (US $80,000) and Hasan Nawaz (US $40,000) at their base price in the auction.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/two-more-indian-players-including-a-two-time-wc-winner-set-to-take-part-in-ilt20-apart-from-ravi-ashwin-1759288726518">Two more Indian players set to take part in ILT20 apart from Ravi Ashwin</a><h2>How many teams participate in ILT20 and which are they?</h2> The tournament is played among six teams - Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (sister franchise of IPL's Kolkata Knight Riders), Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals (sister franchise of Delhi Capitals), Gulf Giants (sister franchise of WPL's Gujarat Giants), MI Emirates (sister franchise of Mumbai Indians), and Sharjah Warriors.<h2>How does retention and signings work in the league?</h2> The league will hold its first-ever auction on October 1 after carrying out its retentions and signings in July earlier this year. Each team had $1.2 million for the retentions and signings. The franchise will be able to use the remaining amount along with $800,000 auction purse. It is necessary to utilize $1.5 million by each team from the total of $2 million. There also the provision of using extra $250,000 apart from $2 million to sign a wildcard player outside of auction pool.

Ashwin, however, can still play in the league if a franchise decides to pick him up as a wildcard. Despite no NOC, three Pakistan players were picked in the auction as Vipers picked up  Fakhar Zaman (US $80,000), Naseem Shah (US $80,000) and Hasan Nawaz (US $40,000) at their base price.

Retired India off spinner Ravi Ashwin surprising went unsold in the inaugural International League T20 (ILT20) auction on October 1. Ashwin was the highest base price player in the auction with $120,000 tag. The offie, however, can still play in the league if a franchise decides to pick him up as a wildcard. Two of the total six franchises, MI Emirates and Desert Vipers, are yet to announce their wildcard picks before the season starts in January next year. Ashwin also didn't feature in the accelerated auction after going unsold in the regular slot. Pakistan player picked despite no NOC The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) withdrew all the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued to players to take part in the foreign T20 leagues a day after their Asia Cup 2025 final loss against India. Despite no NOC, three Pakistan players were picked in the auction. Among the six franchises though, only the Vipers bid for Pakistan players and grabbed all three sold names. The Vipers picked up Fakhar Zaman (US $80,000), Naseem Shah (US $80,000) and Hasan Nawaz (US $40,000) at their base price in the auction. Also Read - Two more Indian players set to take part in ILT20 apart from Ravi Ashwin How many teams participate in ILT20 and which are they? The tournament is played among six teams - Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (sister franchise of IPL's Kolkata Knight Riders), Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals (sister franchise of Delhi Capitals), Gulf Giants (sister franchise of WPL's Gujarat Giants), MI Emirates (sister franchise of Mumbai Indians), and Sharjah Warriors. How does retention and signings work in the league? The league will hold its first-ever auction on October 1 after carrying out its retentions and signings in July earlier this year. Each team had $1.2 million for the retentions and signings. The franchise will be able to use the remaining amount along with $800,000 auction purse. It is necessary to utilize $1.5 million by each team from the total of $2 million. There also the provision of using extra $250,000 apart from $2 million to sign a wildcard player outside of auction pool.

Ashwin, however, can still play in the league if a franchise decides to pick him up as a wildcard. Despite no NOC, three Pakistan players were picked in the auction as Vipers picked up &nbsp;Fakhar Zaman (US $80,000), Naseem Shah (US $80,000) and Hasan Nawaz (US $40,000) at their base price.

Ravi Ashwin goes unsold in ILT20 auction but Pakistan players picked despite no NOC

The Asia Cup 2025 might be over but India vs Pakistan drama will carry on during the ongoing Women's World Cup 2025. The 50-over quadrennial tournament is currently being played in India and Sri Lanka with India and Pakistan set to face off each other on Sunday (Oct 5). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has advised India women's players to continue the policy of no handshakes during their match against Pakistan women. The policy was first enacted during India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 group stage match which went on to become a huge controversy.<h2>No handshake between India vs Pakistan Women's World Cup 2025</h2>As reported by news outlet the Indian Express, the BCCI has asked India women players to not shake hands with Pakistan women's players during the Women's World Cup 2025 group stage match on Sunday (Oct 5) which will be played in Sri Lanka. “The team won’t be shaking hands with the Pakistan team during the World Cup. The team has been informed by the BCCI bosses about this. The Indian board will stand by its players,” reported the news outlet citing sources.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/explained-is-this-last-india-vs-west-indies-test-series-before-icc-introduces-new-system-1759318275370">Explained: Is this last India vs West Indies Test series?</a><h2>BCCI's no handshake policy</h2>The Indian board opted for no handshake policy in Asia Cup 2025 during which the Suryakumar Yadav-led side faced Pakistan thrice, including in the final. The decision was taken in aftermath of recent hostilities between the two countries earlier this year after horrific Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir on April 22.The Indian team also refused to collect the winners trophy from Asia Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi who also happens to be the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal government. The Indian team had &nbsp;celebrate without the trophy and the matter has been escalated by the BCCI in the recently held ACC AGM along with a plan to raise in the next ICC meeting.

The BCCI has advised India women's players to continue the policy of no handshakes during their match against Pakistan women on October 5. The policy was first enacted during India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 group stage match which went on to become a huge controversy.

The Asia Cup 2025 might be over but India vs Pakistan drama will carry on during the ongoing Women's World Cup 2025. The 50-over quadrennial tournament is currently being played in India and Sri Lanka with India and Pakistan set to face off each other on Sunday (Oct 5). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has advised India women's players to continue the policy of no handshakes during their match against Pakistan women. The policy was first enacted during India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 group stage match which went on to become a huge controversy. No handshake between India vs Pakistan Women's World Cup 2025 As reported by news outlet the Indian Express, the BCCI has asked India women players to not shake hands with Pakistan women's players during the Women's World Cup 2025 group stage match on Sunday (Oct 5) which will be played in Sri Lanka. “The team won’t be shaking hands with the Pakistan team during the World Cup. The team has been informed by the BCCI bosses about this. The Indian board will stand by its players,” reported the news outlet citing sources. Also Read - Explained: Is this last India vs West Indies Test series? BCCI's no handshake policy The Indian board opted for no handshake policy in Asia Cup 2025 during which the Suryakumar Yadav-led side faced Pakistan thrice, including in the final. The decision was taken in aftermath of recent hostilities between the two countries earlier this year after horrific Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. The Indian team also refused to collect the winners trophy from Asia Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi who also happens to be the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal government. The Indian team had celebrate without the trophy and the matter has been escalated by the BCCI in the recently held ACC AGM along with a plan to raise in the next ICC meeting.

The BCCI has advised India women's players to continue the policy of no handshakes during their match against Pakistan women on October 5. The policy was first enacted during India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 group stage match which went on to become a huge controversy.

Women's World Cup 2025: BCCI advises India to avoid handshakes with Pakistan players in group stage match

Eric Dier's late penalty handed Monaco a 2-2 draw with Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday as an Erling Haaland double was not enough to give Pep Guardiola's side the victory. The Norwegian striker netted twice in the first half for City either side of a Jordan Teze stunner, taking his tally for the season to 11 goals in eight games in all competitions. It looked as though the 2023 European champions would leave the principality with a second win in as many outings in this season's league phase, but they were denied by a 90th-minute spot-kick.Nico Gonzalez was penalised for a high boot on Dier inside the area at a Monaco free-kick, with Spanish referee Jesus Gil Manzano eventually pointing to the spot after a long VAR check.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-liverpool-aren-t-playing-football-jamie-carragher-slams-arne-slot-s-side-after-back-to-back-defeats-1759317577795">'Liverpool aren't playing football': Jamie Carragher slams Arne Slot's side</a>Dier stepped up to send Gianluigi Donnarumma the wrong way from the penalty, as Monaco claimed a first point in this season's Champions League and City moved onto four points from two outings following their win against Napoli last time out."That was a good game. We made some decisions, we created a lot of chances," Guardiola told broadcaster TNT Sports."I don't know if it was a penalty but it was given. So that's that."Nico touched the ball first, no intention. But it is what it is. We have a point and we will take it."Haaland reached a half-century of goals in Europe's elite club competition when he scored in the 2-0 defeat of the Italian champions two weeks ago, and a double strike at the Stade Louis II leaves him on 52 from 50 career Champions League appearances.The Norwegian scored twice late on in last Saturday's 5-1 Premier League defeat of Burnley, and he got the breakthrough quarter of an hour into this encounter.Josko Gvardiol lifted a ball over the top of the Monaco defence into the box, and Haaland escaped the attention of his marker before meeting the pass with a lob over home goalkeeper Philipp Koehn.<h2>Pogba watches on</h2>This was the first meeting of the teams since a memorable last-16 tie in 2017, won on away goals by the principality side after it ended 6-6 on aggregate.That Monaco team included a teenage Kylian Mbappe and also Bernardo Silva, who was wearing the captain's armband for City this time.The home team drew level from their first shot of the match in the 18th minute, with Krepin Diatta cutting the ball back to the edge of the box for Teze, the Dutchman taking a touch before lashing in a brilliant right-foot shot from 20 metres high into the net past Donnarumma.Monaco had Paul Pogba watching from the stands as the former Manchester United midfield star continues to build up fitness with the hope of soon making his debut after signing in the close season.Without him they had an inexperienced midfield and were struggling to keep the visitors at bay, with Phil Foden hitting the bar before City retook the lead a minute prior to the interval when Haaland headed in a cross by Nico O'Reilly.It seemed that would be enough for Guardiola's men to take all three points, as they saw Tijjani Reijnders crash another effort off the bar in the second half.Then came the contentious late penalty award which gave England international Dier the opportunity to rescue a share of the spoils for Monaco."We have six or seven top-level players out injured, but we never gave up," said Monaco coach Adi Huetter."The players left their hearts out on the pitch. I am really proud of that. We deserved the draw."

It looked as though the 2023 European champions would leave the principality with a second win in as many outings in this season's league phase, but they were denied by a 90th-minute spot-kick.

Eric Dier's late penalty handed Monaco a 2-2 draw with Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday as an Erling Haaland double was not enough to give Pep Guardiola's side the victory. The Norwegian striker netted twice in the first half for City either side of a Jordan Teze stunner, taking his tally for the season to 11 goals in eight games in all competitions. It looked as though the 2023 European champions would leave the principality with a second win in as many outings in this season's league phase, but they were denied by a 90th-minute spot-kick. Nico Gonzalez was penalised for a high boot on Dier inside the area at a Monaco free-kick, with Spanish referee Jesus Gil Manzano eventually pointing to the spot after a long VAR check. Also Read - 'Liverpool aren't playing football': Jamie Carragher slams Arne Slot's side Dier stepped up to send Gianluigi Donnarumma the wrong way from the penalty, as Monaco claimed a first point in this season's Champions League and City moved onto four points from two outings following their win against Napoli last time out. "That was a good game. We made some decisions, we created a lot of chances," Guardiola told broadcaster TNT Sports. "I don't know if it was a penalty but it was given. So that's that. "Nico touched the ball first, no intention. But it is what it is. We have a point and we will take it." Haaland reached a half-century of goals in Europe's elite club competition when he scored in the 2-0 defeat of the Italian champions two weeks ago, and a double strike at the Stade Louis II leaves him on 52 from 50 career Champions League appearances. The Norwegian scored twice late on in last Saturday's 5-1 Premier League defeat of Burnley, and he got the breakthrough quarter of an hour into this encounter. Josko Gvardiol lifted a ball over the top of the Monaco defence into the box, and Haaland escaped the attention of his marker before meeting the pass with a lob over home goalkeeper Philipp Koehn. Pogba watches on This was the first meeting of the teams since a memorable last-16 tie in 2017, won on away goals by the principality side after it ended 6-6 on aggregate. That Monaco team included a teenage Kylian Mbappe and also Bernardo Silva, who was wearing the captain's armband for City this time. The home team drew level from their first shot of the match in the 18th minute, with Krepin Diatta cutting the ball back to the edge of the box for Teze, the Dutchman taking a touch before lashing in a brilliant right-foot shot from 20 metres high into the net past Donnarumma. Monaco had Paul Pogba watching from the stands as the former Manchester United midfield star continues to build up fitness with the hope of soon making his debut after signing in the close season. Without him they had an inexperienced midfield and were struggling to keep the visitors at bay, with Phil Foden hitting the bar before City retook the lead a minute prior to the interval when Haaland headed in a cross by Nico O'Reilly. It seemed that would be enough for Guardiola's men to take all three points, as they saw Tijjani Reijnders crash another effort off the bar in the second half. Then came the contentious late penalty award which gave England international Dier the opportunity to rescue a share of the spoils for Monaco. "We have six or seven top-level players out injured, but we never gave up," said Monaco coach Adi Huetter. "The players left their hearts out on the pitch. I am really proud of that. We deserved the draw."

It looked as though the 2023 European champions would leave the principality with a second win in as many outings in this season's league phase, but they were denied by a 90th-minute spot-kick.

Champions League: Haaland scores brace but Monaco hold Man city at draw

Sophie Devine's New Zealand went down fighting as they lost to defending champions Australia by 89 runs in their opening match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday (Oct 1). Having scored 326 with the bat, Ashleigh Gardner was the star of the contest as she scored 115 off 83. Despite the stern challenge, New Zealand gave a good account of themselves but ultimately were second best in the contest.<h2>Ashleigh Gardner stars for Australia</h2>Ashleigh Gardner starred for Australia with the bat, crafting a sparkling second ODI hundred as the White Ferns bled 326 runs -- the heaviest tally ever conceded in meetings between the sides.&nbsp;The all-rounder produced a masterclass in rescue and destruction in compiling her 115, first steadying the ship at 128-5 and then going hell for leather in the slog overs to help Australia set a daunting target.&nbsp;Gardner, one of the few Indigenous Australians to don national colours, unfurled elegant cover drives and wristy flicks that split the field like a surgeon's scalpel.&nbsp;Her innings wasn't all classy stroke-making, though, as Gardner showed no hesitation in striding down the pitch to deposit spinners over mid-on and mid-off with disdain.Her 115 off just 83 balls, laced with 16 fours and a six, had the New Zealanders chasing leather all afternoon.&nbsp;Much was expected from New Zealand, fresh from their T20 World Cup triumph last year, but the 50-over format proved a different kettle of fish, demanding staying power rather than a quick burst.&nbsp;The White Ferns made a horror start in pursuit of 327, losing both openers for ducks, with Georgia Plimmer suffering the ignominy of a diamond duck, run out without facing a ball.&nbsp;Australia, seven-time champions, reminded everyone why they are the team to beat, boasting not just batting depth but also bowling variety and electric fielding. Two sharp run-outs summed up their clinical edge.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Sophie Devine, the New Zealand skipper bidding farewell after this campaign, waged a lone battle with a typically pugnacious 111 -- her ninth ODI ton.&nbsp;Yet it was a case of a lone warrior fighting a lost cause, with little support from her team-mates.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;In the process, Devine also joined an elite club, becoming only the fourth New Zealander to pass 4,000 runs in ODIs.&nbsp;Leg-spinner Amelia Kerr also had a good game bagging her 100th ODI wicket, foxing Phoebe Litchfield with a well-disguised googly to join an exclusive club of New Zealand bowlers.&nbsp;Together with elder sister Jess, the Kerrs claimed five Australian wickets.

Having scored 326 with the bat, Ashleigh Gardner was the star of the contest as she scored 115 off 83.

Sophie Devine's New Zealand went down fighting as they lost to defending champions Australia by 89 runs in their opening match at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Wednesday (Oct 1). Having scored 326 with the bat, Ashleigh Gardner was the star of the contest as she scored 115 off 83. Despite the stern challenge, New Zealand gave a good account of themselves but ultimately were second best in the contest. Ashleigh Gardner stars for Australia Ashleigh Gardner starred for Australia with the bat, crafting a sparkling second ODI hundred as the White Ferns bled 326 runs -- the heaviest tally ever conceded in meetings between the sides. The all-rounder produced a masterclass in rescue and destruction in compiling her 115, first steadying the ship at 128-5 and then going hell for leather in the slog overs to help Australia set a daunting target. Gardner, one of the few Indigenous Australians to don national colours, unfurled elegant cover drives and wristy flicks that split the field like a surgeon's scalpel. Her innings wasn't all classy stroke-making, though, as Gardner showed no hesitation in striding down the pitch to deposit spinners over mid-on and mid-off with disdain. Her 115 off just 83 balls, laced with 16 fours and a six, had the New Zealanders chasing leather all afternoon. Much was expected from New Zealand, fresh from their T20 World Cup triumph last year, but the 50-over format proved a different kettle of fish, demanding staying power rather than a quick burst. The White Ferns made a horror start in pursuit of 327, losing both openers for ducks, with Georgia Plimmer suffering the ignominy of a diamond duck, run out without facing a ball. Australia, seven-time champions, reminded everyone why they are the team to beat, boasting not just batting depth but also bowling variety and electric fielding. Two sharp run-outs summed up their clinical edge. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Sophie Devine, the New Zealand skipper bidding farewell after this campaign, waged a lone battle with a typically pugnacious 111 -- her ninth ODI ton. Yet it was a case of a lone warrior fighting a lost cause, with little support from her team-mates. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more In the process, Devine also joined an elite club, becoming only the fourth New Zealander to pass 4,000 runs in ODIs. Leg-spinner Amelia Kerr also had a good game bagging her 100th ODI wicket, foxing Phoebe Litchfield with a well-disguised googly to join an exclusive club of New Zealand bowlers. Together with elder sister Jess, the Kerrs claimed five Australian wickets.

Having scored 326 with the bat, Ashleigh Gardner was the star of the contest as she scored 115 off 83.

Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Sophie Devine's New Zealand goes down fighting as Australia start on winning note

The Premier League is preparing to mark another milestone in India. After opening its Mumbai office earlier this year, the League is staging a week-long series of activities in the city, reinforcing its commitment to fans and communities across the country.&nbsp;Former Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United striker Michael Owen, together with the iconic Premier League Trophy, will headline this week of fan and community engagement.&nbsp;The activities will begin on Saturday, 4 October, with Premier League Live, a fan-park style screening at the NESCO Centre supported by the League’s official broadcast partner JioStar. More than 1,000 fans will be able to experience a Premier League matchday atmosphere with multiple matches being shown live. This includes Leeds vs Tottenham, Manchester United vs Sunderland, and Arsenal vs West Ham, before defending Champions Liverpool take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the final clash of the day.&nbsp;The League will also be delivering a Community Coach Development Programme in collaboration with the British Council to support 27 community coaches and expand access to football.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Led by coaches from the Premier League, Brentford FC and Newcastle United FC, the three-day programme will include a showcase event on Wednesday, October 8, at Cooperage Football Ground in Mumbai. Former England international Owen will be among the special guests in attendance, meeting the local coaches as they put their new skills into action with 80 children from the Oscar Foundation.&nbsp;This initiative builds on long-standing support for the development of grassroots football in India. Since 2007, the partnership between the Premier League and the British Council has seen community programmes delivered in 18 Indian states, supporting more than 7,500 coaches, referees and educators, and benefitting over 164,000 young people.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said: “India is home to millions of knowledgeable football fans who follow the Premier League passionately and we are delighted to be hosting this series of exciting events and initiatives. Our commitment to India stretches back nearly two decades and this activity builds on the opening of our office in Mumbai earlier this year.”&nbsp;“We are committed to further strengthening our relationship with India. We look forward to engaging with our fans and partners through the week, as well as building on our longstanding work to develop the game at a grassroots level in India.”

Former Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United striker Michael Owen, together with the iconic Premier League Trophy, will headline this week of fan and community engagement.

The Premier League is preparing to mark another milestone in India. After opening its Mumbai office earlier this year, the League is staging a week-long series of activities in the city, reinforcing its commitment to fans and communities across the country. Former Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United striker Michael Owen, together with the iconic Premier League Trophy, will headline this week of fan and community engagement. The activities will begin on Saturday, 4 October, with Premier League Live, a fan-park style screening at the NESCO Centre supported by the League’s official broadcast partner JioStar. More than 1,000 fans will be able to experience a Premier League matchday atmosphere with multiple matches being shown live. This includes Leeds vs Tottenham, Manchester United vs Sunderland, and Arsenal vs West Ham, before defending Champions Liverpool take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the final clash of the day. The League will also be delivering a Community Coach Development Programme in collaboration with the British Council to support 27 community coaches and expand access to football. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Led by coaches from the Premier League, Brentford FC and Newcastle United FC, the three-day programme will include a showcase event on Wednesday, October 8, at Cooperage Football Ground in Mumbai. Former England international Owen will be among the special guests in attendance, meeting the local coaches as they put their new skills into action with 80 children from the Oscar Foundation. This initiative builds on long-standing support for the development of grassroots football in India. Since 2007, the partnership between the Premier League and the British Council has seen community programmes delivered in 18 Indian states, supporting more than 7,500 coaches, referees and educators, and benefitting over 164,000 young people. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said: “India is home to millions of knowledgeable football fans who follow the Premier League passionately and we are delighted to be hosting this series of exciting events and initiatives. Our commitment to India stretches back nearly two decades and this activity builds on the opening of our office in Mumbai earlier this year.” “We are committed to further strengthening our relationship with India. We look forward to engaging with our fans and partners through the week, as well as building on our longstanding work to develop the game at a grassroots level in India.”

Former Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United striker Michael Owen, together with the iconic Premier League Trophy, will headline this week of fan and community engagement.

Liverpool legend Michael Owen to headline Premier League weekend in Mumbai, to be part of special fan program

West Indies are all set to begin their two-match Test series against India on Thursday (Oct 2) as they take on the hosts at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The contest will be India’s first home assignment in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) and while the West Indies eye first points on the standings. However, remarkably, the series will also end a seven-year wait for the Caribbean team to play a red-ball series on Indian soil, having last done so in October 2018. So here’s what happened last time the West Indies were on an India tour in the red-ball format.<h2>What has happened in seven years?</h2>In 2018, when the West Indies side toured India with Kraigg Brathwaite led the visitors while the home side had Virat Kohli in charge. However, seven years on, both teams have seen significant changes as India are now led by Shubman Gill while Roston Chase is in charge of the West Indies. However, it is the impact of players who made headlines in the 2018 series who are no longer part of the set-up for India.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;India’s top scorer in the two-match Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award. On the other hand, Umesh Yadav scalped 10 wickets in the second Test, with six in the first innings and then four in the second innings.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>What happened in the matches?</h2>In the first match, India won by an innings and 272 runs, having asked West Indies to follow-on. India scored 649/9 before declaring. Shaw scored 134, Virat Kohli scored 139, while Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 100 at the Rajkot pitch. In response, the West Indies were bowled out for 181 and 196 as they lost the match.&nbsp;In the second Test in Hyderabad, West Indies were bowled out for 311 while India scored 367 in response. The visitors then had a batting collapse as they were bowled out for 127, meaning India needed 72 runs to win. The target was easily achieved by the Indian side as they won 2-0.

India’s top scorer in the 2018 Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award.

West Indies are all set to begin their two-match Test series against India on Thursday (Oct 2) as they take on the hosts at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The contest will be India’s first home assignment in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) and while the West Indies eye first points on the standings. However, remarkably, the series will also end a seven-year wait for the Caribbean team to play a red-ball series on Indian soil, having last done so in October 2018. So here’s what happened last time the West Indies were on an India tour in the red-ball format. What has happened in seven years? In 2018, when the West Indies side toured India with Kraigg Brathwaite led the visitors while the home side had Virat Kohli in charge. However, seven years on, both teams have seen significant changes as India are now led by Shubman Gill while Roston Chase is in charge of the West Indies. However, it is the impact of players who made headlines in the 2018 series who are no longer part of the set-up for India. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history India’s top scorer in the two-match Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award. On the other hand, Umesh Yadav scalped 10 wickets in the second Test, with six in the first innings and then four in the second innings. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more What happened in the matches? In the first match, India won by an innings and 272 runs, having asked West Indies to follow-on. India scored 649/9 before declaring. Shaw scored 134, Virat Kohli scored 139, while Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 100 at the Rajkot pitch. In response, the West Indies were bowled out for 181 and 196 as they lost the match. In the second Test in Hyderabad, West Indies were bowled out for 311 while India scored 367 in response. The visitors then had a batting collapse as they were bowled out for 127, meaning India needed 72 runs to win. The target was easily achieved by the Indian side as they won 2-0.

India’s top scorer in the 2018 Test series was Prithvi Shaw, as he smashed 237 runs in three innings with a best of 134 runs. He also scored a 70-run knock in the second Test in Hyderabad and was given the Player of the Series award.

IND vs WI: Here's what happened last time West Indies toured India in red-ball format

Liverpool legend and former defender Jamie Carragher has taken a dig at the club after they were beaten 1-0 by Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday (Sep 30). The defeat meant the Reds have lost back-to-back games in all competitions, underlining the flaws in the system. According to Carragher, he is not watching a top team and they aren’t playing top football despite beating Arsenal and winning close encounters.<h2>Carragher slams Slot and Co.</h2>"I'm not watching a top team," Carragher told CBS Sports. "Liverpool aren't playing football at the moment, they are playing basketball. It is just end to end and I don't think top teams play like that.&nbsp;"I expressed that to the manager early on, he'll know that a lot better than me. He is obviously a fantastic manager. But right now Liverpool went from, I would call them a workmanlike team last season, and they have sprinkled a little bit of stardust in terms of the transfers that they have brought in.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Tuesday’s defeat meant there were more questions than answers for Liverpool as they prepare for a key run of fixtures. Slot’s side faces Chelsea on the weekend and will resume against struggling Manchester United after the international break. Interestingly, four out of five Liverpool wins in the Premier League have come in the final 10 minutes, while their win against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on matchday 1 was also snatched in the stoppage time.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;According to Carragher, there are flaws clearly visible on the side, while Alexander Isak, who is the club’s record signing, is yet to show any kind of form. Hugo Ekitike is facing a race against time to be fit for the Chelsea clash, while Isak and Florian Wirtz continue to struggle to find form.

Tuesday’s defeat meant there were more questions than answers for Liverpool as they prepare for a key run of fixtures. Arne Slot’s side faces Chelsea on the weekend and will resume against struggling Manchester United after the international break.

Liverpool legend and former defender Jamie Carragher has taken a dig at the club after they were beaten 1-0 by Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday (Sep 30). The defeat meant the Reds have lost back-to-back games in all competitions, underlining the flaws in the system. According to Carragher, he is not watching a top team and they aren’t playing top football despite beating Arsenal and winning close encounters. Carragher slams Slot and Co. "I'm not watching a top team," Carragher told CBS Sports. "Liverpool aren't playing football at the moment, they are playing basketball. It is just end to end and I don't think top teams play like that. "I expressed that to the manager early on, he'll know that a lot better than me. He is obviously a fantastic manager. But right now Liverpool went from, I would call them a workmanlike team last season, and they have sprinkled a little bit of stardust in terms of the transfers that they have brought in.” ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Tuesday’s defeat meant there were more questions than answers for Liverpool as they prepare for a key run of fixtures. Slot’s side faces Chelsea on the weekend and will resume against struggling Manchester United after the international break. Interestingly, four out of five Liverpool wins in the Premier League have come in the final 10 minutes, while their win against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on matchday 1 was also snatched in the stoppage time. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history According to Carragher, there are flaws clearly visible on the side, while Alexander Isak, who is the club’s record signing, is yet to show any kind of form. Hugo Ekitike is facing a race against time to be fit for the Chelsea clash, while Isak and Florian Wirtz continue to struggle to find form.

Tuesday’s defeat meant there were more questions than answers for Liverpool as they prepare for a key run of fixtures. Arne Slot’s side faces Chelsea on the weekend and will resume against struggling Manchester United after the international break.

'Liverpool aren't playing football': Jamie Carragher slams Arne Slot's side after back-to-back defeats

West Indies are in India for a two-Test series which begins on October 2 in Ahmedabad. They start the series as underdogs against a side which, despite in transition, ranks in top three in world cricket. West Indies were once a force to be reckoned with across the globe but now are a pale shadow of the past. Their record against India since 1994 also shows their decline - they have played 10 Tests against India in India since 1994 on four tours and have not won a single one, instead lost eight times and drawn twice.<h2>Is this last West Indies vs India Test series for foreseeable future?</h2>The Test cricket's status in world cricket has been a question for a long time now. The International Cricket Council (ICC), to boost the Test cricket, introduced World Test Championship (WTC) about seven years ago but it has only widened the gap between top tier nations and other teams. In the three WTC Finals since the maiden one in 2021 - only four teams have managed to reach the final - New Zealand (2021), India (2021 &amp; 2023), Australia (2023 &amp; 2025), and South Africa (2025).Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pcb-hits-panic-mode-after-asia-cup-final-loss-vs-india-cancels-players-nocs-to-participate-in-foreign-t20-leagues-1759311337476">PCB hits panic mode after Asia Cup final loss vs India, cancels players' NOCs to participate in foreign T20 leagues</a>There's been a new proposal sent to ICC to keep Test cricket relevant - a two-tier system which will divide the Test playing teams into two groups.<h2>How will two-tier Test cricket work?</h2>The proposal of two-tier Test cricket, if accepted, will be applied after current Future Tour Programs (FTP) ends in 2027 with the WTC 2027 final. Under the system, six teams will be part of each tier based on their rankings. The top tier is expected to include Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, England, and India while West Indies could end up with Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan in the second tier.The top tier teams will play against each other and compete for the WTC mace while the second tier teams will compete to get into the top tier. The system, if accepted, will make it near impossible for West Indies have a Test series against India which means the upcoming series could be the final chance for West Indies to register a Test win in India for the first time since 1994.

There's been a new proposal sent to ICC to keep Test cricket relevant - a two-tier system which will divide the Test playing teams into two groups. The system, if accepted, will make it near impossible for West Indies have a Test series against India.

West Indies are in India for a two-Test series which begins on October 2 in Ahmedabad. They start the series as underdogs against a side which, despite in transition, ranks in top three in world cricket. West Indies were once a force to be reckoned with across the globe but now are a pale shadow of the past. Their record against India since 1994 also shows their decline - they have played 10 Tests against India in India since 1994 on four tours and have not won a single one, instead lost eight times and drawn twice. Is this last West Indies vs India Test series for foreseeable future? The Test cricket's status in world cricket has been a question for a long time now. The International Cricket Council (ICC), to boost the Test cricket, introduced World Test Championship (WTC) about seven years ago but it has only widened the gap between top tier nations and other teams. In the three WTC Finals since the maiden one in 2021 - only four teams have managed to reach the final - New Zealand (2021), India (2021 & 2023), Australia (2023 & 2025), and South Africa (2025). Also Read - PCB hits panic mode after Asia Cup final loss vs India, cancels players' NOCs to participate in foreign T20 leagues There's been a new proposal sent to ICC to keep Test cricket relevant - a two-tier system which will divide the Test playing teams into two groups. How will two-tier Test cricket work? The proposal of two-tier Test cricket, if accepted, will be applied after current Future Tour Programs (FTP) ends in 2027 with the WTC 2027 final. Under the system, six teams will be part of each tier based on their rankings. The top tier is expected to include Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, England, and India while West Indies could end up with Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan in the second tier. The top tier teams will play against each other and compete for the WTC mace while the second tier teams will compete to get into the top tier. The system, if accepted, will make it near impossible for West Indies have a Test series against India which means the upcoming series could be the final chance for West Indies to register a Test win in India for the first time since 1994.

There's been a new proposal sent to ICC to keep Test cricket relevant - a two-tier system which will divide the Test playing teams into two groups. The system, if accepted, will make it near impossible for West Indies have a Test series against India.

Explained: Is this last India vs West Indies Test series before ICC introduces new system?

&nbsp;India captain Shubman Gill has cleared his side’s intention as they step up to start their home World Test Championship (WTC) campaign against the West Indies on Thursday (Sep 2). Gill, who returned from Dubai on Monday as part of the Asia Cup 2025 winning squad, will be leading India in the Test format in less than 72 hours. Ahead of the series opener, he stated, his side is looking to play hard and grind out cricket.<h2>Gill clears intention ahead of West Indies series opener</h2>"We are looking to play some hard, grinding cricket. Over the past few years, if you see the Test matches, they haven't got to five days. So what we are looking to do is play some good, hard cricket," Gill said at a press conference. "All the Test matches that we played in England went pretty deep [all five Tests went into the fifth day]. And I think what you can expect from us is good, hard, grinding cricket and we won't be looking for any easy options.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Just 12 months ago, India completed their home Test series campaign on a losing spree as they were edged out by New Zealand 3-0. The humiliating series loss on home turf saw India pay a huge price as they would go on to miss the WTC final.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Now, under the captaincy of Gill, India will be looking to make their mark, having already shown great fight in the five-match Test series against England. India drew the series 2-2, starting the new WTC cycle with considerable success.&nbsp;The India vs West Indies first Test match will start at 9:30 AM IST, with the toss taking place 30 minutes before the start.<h2>India squad for West Indies series</h2>Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N. Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.

Just 12 months ago, India completed their home Test series campaign on a losing spree as they were edged out by New Zealand 3-0. The humiliating series loss on home turf saw India pay a huge price as they would go on to miss the WTC final.

India captain Shubman Gill has cleared his side’s intention as they step up to start their home World Test Championship (WTC) campaign against the West Indies on Thursday (Sep 2). Gill, who returned from Dubai on Monday as part of the Asia Cup 2025 winning squad, will be leading India in the Test format in less than 72 hours. Ahead of the series opener, he stated, his side is looking to play hard and grind out cricket. Gill clears intention ahead of West Indies series opener "We are looking to play some hard, grinding cricket. Over the past few years, if you see the Test matches, they haven't got to five days. So what we are looking to do is play some good, hard cricket," Gill said at a press conference. "All the Test matches that we played in England went pretty deep [all five Tests went into the fifth day]. And I think what you can expect from us is good, hard, grinding cricket and we won't be looking for any easy options.” ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Just 12 months ago, India completed their home Test series campaign on a losing spree as they were edged out by New Zealand 3-0. The humiliating series loss on home turf saw India pay a huge price as they would go on to miss the WTC final. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Now, under the captaincy of Gill, India will be looking to make their mark, having already shown great fight in the five-match Test series against England. India drew the series 2-2, starting the new WTC cycle with considerable success. The India vs West Indies first Test match will start at 9:30 AM IST, with the toss taking place 30 minutes before the start. India squad for West Indies series Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N. Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.

Just 12 months ago, India completed their home Test series campaign on a losing spree as they were edged out by New Zealand 3-0. The humiliating series loss on home turf saw India pay a huge price as they would go on to miss the WTC final.

IND vs WI: Shubman Gill clears intention ahead of series opener, says 'looking to play some hard, grinding cricket'

An unbeaten maiden century by New Zealand's Tim Robinson wasn't enough to deny Australia a comfortable six-wicket win in the opening Twenty20 at Bay Oval on Wednesday (Oct 1). Captain Mitchell Marsh led Australia's chase with 85 off 43 balls as they raced to 185-4 off 16.3 overs in response to the home side's 181-6.&nbsp;The powerful Marsh struck nine fours and five sixes in cold, windy conditions at Mount Maunganui. He was caught in the deep in the 15th over to fall short of what would have been his first century in 74 T20 internationals. Fellow-opener Travis Head scored 31 in an electric opening stand of 67 off just 5.3 overs that set up victory and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-2025-greenest-indian-pitch-being-prepared-for-first-test-in-ahmedabad-report-1759306659460">IND vs WI 2025: 'Greenest Indian pitch’ being prepared for first Test in Ahmedabad – Report</a>&nbsp;Marsh said he and Head complemented each other as opening batsmen.&nbsp;"We've got a great relationship off the field and I'm hoping that translates into good partnerships," he said."Tonight was a lot of fun."&nbsp;Robinson plundered 106 not out off 66 balls after a dreadful New Zealand start when they were asked to bat first. The hosts collapsed to 6-3, with seamer Ben Dwarshuis removing Devon Conway and Mark Chapman off successive balls in the second over.&nbsp;The fightback was launched by Robinson and Daryl Mitchell (34), whose fourth-wicket stand of 92 came from just 55 deliveries.&nbsp;Robinson, 23, became the second-youngest New Zealander to score a T20 century when he blasted a four and then a six from the last two balls of the innings from Dwarshuis.&nbsp;"I got streaky through the middle there and got away with a few chances but that's cricket," Robinson said. “Those Aussies bowled really well at the top and Daryl and I spoke about getting through that really tough period when the ball was nipping around.”&nbsp;Both teams had a key player ruled out of the series in training incidents on Tuesday.&nbsp;New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra suffered facial cuts when he collided with a boundary fence during fielding practice.&nbsp;Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell broke his arm when struck by a shot from team-mate Mitchell Owen while bowling in the nets.&nbsp;The remaining two games are also day-night fixtures in Mount Maunganui on Friday and Saturday.&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.

Robinson, 23, became the second-youngest New Zealander to score a T20 century when he blasted a four and then a six from the last two balls of the innings from Dwarshuis.

An unbeaten maiden century by New Zealand's Tim Robinson wasn't enough to deny Australia a comfortable six-wicket win in the opening Twenty20 at Bay Oval on Wednesday (Oct 1). Captain Mitchell Marsh led Australia's chase with 85 off 43 balls as they raced to 185-4 off 16.3 overs in response to the home side's 181-6. The powerful Marsh struck nine fours and five sixes in cold, windy conditions at Mount Maunganui. He was caught in the deep in the 15th over to fall short of what would have been his first century in 74 T20 internationals. Fellow-opener Travis Head scored 31 in an electric opening stand of 67 off just 5.3 overs that set up victory and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Also read | IND vs WI 2025: 'Greenest Indian pitch’ being prepared for first Test in Ahmedabad – Report Marsh said he and Head complemented each other as opening batsmen. "We've got a great relationship off the field and I'm hoping that translates into good partnerships," he said. "Tonight was a lot of fun." Robinson plundered 106 not out off 66 balls after a dreadful New Zealand start when they were asked to bat first. The hosts collapsed to 6-3, with seamer Ben Dwarshuis removing Devon Conway and Mark Chapman off successive balls in the second over. The fightback was launched by Robinson and Daryl Mitchell (34), whose fourth-wicket stand of 92 came from just 55 deliveries. Robinson, 23, became the second-youngest New Zealander to score a T20 century when he blasted a four and then a six from the last two balls of the innings from Dwarshuis. "I got streaky through the middle there and got away with a few chances but that's cricket," Robinson said. “Those Aussies bowled really well at the top and Daryl and I spoke about getting through that really tough period when the ball was nipping around.” Both teams had a key player ruled out of the series in training incidents on Tuesday. New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra suffered facial cuts when he collided with a boundary fence during fielding practice. Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell broke his arm when struck by a shot from team-mate Mitchell Owen while bowling in the nets. The remaining two games are also day-night fixtures in Mount Maunganui on Friday and Saturday. 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.

Robinson, 23, became the second-youngest New Zealander to score a T20 century when he blasted a four and then a six from the last two balls of the innings from Dwarshuis.

Tim Robinson’s record ton in vain as Australia crush New Zealand in 1st T20I

The crisis in Pakistan cricket is once again in the spotlight as former captain Shahid Afridi has urged Mohsin Naqvi to step down from his role as the head of the Pakistan Cricket Board. In a broad statement given to the Pakistani media, Afridi has urged Naqvi to relinquish the PCB top office while he also handles the Interior Minister in the Pakistani government. The call comes days after Naqvi has been in the spotlight for refusing to hand India their Asia Cup 2025 trophy and winners' medals.<h2>Afridi urges Naqvi to relinquish PCB office</h2>"My request or advice to Naqvi Saheb is that these are two very important posts, and they are big jobs that need time," Afridi was quoted as saying by Telecom Asia Sport.&nbsp;"PCB is totally different from the Interior Ministry, so it must be kept separate. It would be a big decision and should be taken as soon as possible. Pakistan cricket needs special attention and time Naqvi cannot rely totally on advisers. These advisers are taking him nowhere and he himself says that he doesn't know much about cricket. He needs to appoint good and competent advisers who know about the game," Afridi added.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Currently, Naqvi is heading three top posts – he is the head of the PCB as well as the Interior Minister in Shehbaz Sharif's government. Naqvi also succeeded Jay Shah as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and was due to hand India the Asia Cup 2025 trophy, which they won by defeating his own nation. However, he refused to hand it over to Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav as no trophy presentation took place after the final.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has launched a complaint to the ICC and will demand an explanation for the behavior during the annual meet in November.&nbsp;

Currently, Mohsin Naqvi is heading three top posts – he is the head of the PCB as well as the Interior Minister in Shehbaz Sharif's government. 

The crisis in Pakistan cricket is once again in the spotlight as former captain Shahid Afridi has urged Mohsin Naqvi to step down from his role as the head of the Pakistan Cricket Board. In a broad statement given to the Pakistani media, Afridi has urged Naqvi to relinquish the PCB top office while he also handles the Interior Minister in the Pakistani government. The call comes days after Naqvi has been in the spotlight for refusing to hand India their Asia Cup 2025 trophy and winners' medals. Afridi urges Naqvi to relinquish PCB office "My request or advice to Naqvi Saheb is that these are two very important posts, and they are big jobs that need time," Afridi was quoted as saying by Telecom Asia Sport. "PCB is totally different from the Interior Ministry, so it must be kept separate. It would be a big decision and should be taken as soon as possible. Pakistan cricket needs special attention and time Naqvi cannot rely totally on advisers. These advisers are taking him nowhere and he himself says that he doesn't know much about cricket. He needs to appoint good and competent advisers who know about the game," Afridi added. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Currently, Naqvi is heading three top posts – he is the head of the PCB as well as the Interior Minister in Shehbaz Sharif's government. Naqvi also succeeded Jay Shah as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and was due to hand India the Asia Cup 2025 trophy, which they won by defeating his own nation. However, he refused to hand it over to Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav as no trophy presentation took place after the final. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has launched a complaint to the ICC and will demand an explanation for the behavior during the annual meet in November.

Currently, Mohsin Naqvi is heading three top posts – he is the head of the PCB as well as the Interior Minister in Shehbaz Sharif's government.&nbsp;

Crisis continues in Pakistan cricket, former captain Shahid Afridi urges Mohsin Naqvi to step down from PCB role

In the aftermath of the Asia Cup 2025 performance, Pakistan cricket has already hit the panic button and has suspended the No Objection Certificate (NOCs) for the players to participate in foreign T20 leagues. The announcement came a day after Pakistan's loss in the final against arch-rivals India, despite being in a strong position in the match at times. The decision to suspend NOC will impact Pakistan players' participation in the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) and ILT20 as well.<h2>PCB withdraws NOCs for players</h2>The news of Pakistan withdrawing NOCs was confirmed by ESPNCricinfo, citing a letter sent by Sumair Ahmad Syed, the board's chief operating officer, on September 29 - a day after Pakistan Asia Cup final loss."With the approval of Chairman PCB, all No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players with respect to participation in leagues and other out of country tournaments are hereby put on hold until further orders," read the notice cited by ESPNCricinfo.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-trophy-fiasco-continues-as-acc-chairman-mohsin-naqvi-refuses-bcci-demand-give-silverware-to-india-report-1759306027870">Asia Cup: Trophy drama still on as ACC chair refuses to give silverware to India</a>There's, however, no reason given for the PCB's action but it is understood that the board wants players to focus on the domestic tournament as well as tie up the NOCs to performance in various tournaments. A timeline has not been shared by the PCB for the evaluation of the players' performance and issuing the NOC.<h2>Who is impacted by PCB's NOC suspension?</h2>A total of seven Pakistan players have a contract with BBL sides, but the suspension of NOC means that they won't be able to play. Among those seven players are three of Pakistan's top players in the current generation - Babar Azam, Muhammad Rizwan, and pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi.Apart from above, 16 Pakistan players have also listed themselves for the ILT20 auction on October 1 including Asia Cup squad members: Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman as well as Naseem Shah. It remains to be seen if Pakistan players are picked up by the franchises in the auction.

The announcement came a day after Pakistan's loss in the final against arch-rivals India in 2025 Asia Cup final. There's, however, no reason given for the PCB's action but it is understood that the board wants players to focus on the domestic tournament.

In the aftermath of the Asia Cup 2025 performance, Pakistan cricket has already hit the panic button and has suspended the No Objection Certificate (NOCs) for the players to participate in foreign T20 leagues. The announcement came a day after Pakistan's loss in the final against arch-rivals India, despite being in a strong position in the match at times. The decision to suspend NOC will impact Pakistan players' participation in the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) and ILT20 as well. PCB withdraws NOCs for players The news of Pakistan withdrawing NOCs was confirmed by ESPNCricinfo, citing a letter sent by Sumair Ahmad Syed, the board's chief operating officer, on September 29 - a day after Pakistan Asia Cup final loss. "With the approval of Chairman PCB, all No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players with respect to participation in leagues and other out of country tournaments are hereby put on hold until further orders," read the notice cited by ESPNCricinfo. Also Read - Asia Cup: Trophy drama still on as ACC chair refuses to give silverware to India There's, however, no reason given for the PCB's action but it is understood that the board wants players to focus on the domestic tournament as well as tie up the NOCs to performance in various tournaments. A timeline has not been shared by the PCB for the evaluation of the players' performance and issuing the NOC. Who is impacted by PCB's NOC suspension? A total of seven Pakistan players have a contract with BBL sides, but the suspension of NOC means that they won't be able to play. Among those seven players are three of Pakistan's top players in the current generation - Babar Azam, Muhammad Rizwan, and pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi. Apart from above, 16 Pakistan players have also listed themselves for the ILT20 auction on October 1 including Asia Cup squad members: Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman as well as Naseem Shah. It remains to be seen if Pakistan players are picked up by the franchises in the auction.

The announcement came a day after Pakistan's loss in the final against arch-rivals India in 2025 Asia Cup final. There's, however, no reason given for the PCB's action but it is understood that the board wants players to focus on the domestic tournament.

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