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WOMEN’S HUNDRED, 2025 Kathryn Bryce starred with figures of 2/19 and a 61* off 45 © Getty Beth Mooney and Kathryn Bryce put on an unbeaten 113-run stand for the opening wicket to help Manchester Originals to a comfortable 10-wicket win over Trent Rockets at Trent Bridge, on Tuesday. Bryce followed up her returns of 2 for 19 with an unbeaten 45-ball 61 as Originals chased down the 112-run target with 18 balls to spare. Put in to bat, Rockets made a steady start. Nat Sciver-Brunt led the way with a 26-ball 34, with handy contributions from Bryony Smith, Natasha…
AUS VS SA, 1ST ODI Maharaj had figures of 5/9 at one point © AFP Keshav Maharaj produced the star turn with his maiden ODI five-wicket haul as South Africa stormed to a 98-run win in the opening ODI at Cairns. Maharaj’s 5 for 33 ripped the heart out of Australia’s chase of 296, which had started brightly at 60 for 0 before collapsing to 89 for 6. Mitchell Marsh fought with a 96-ball 88, but the result was never in doubt. Spin was always expected to shape this game, both captains suggesting as much at the toss, but Australia’s…
BANGLADESH PREMIER LEAGUE Marshal had a meeting with BCB president Aminul Islam along with several other board directors on Tuesday © Cricbuzz Bangladesh Cricket Board’s newly appointed Anti Corruption Unit consultant Alex Marshal said on Tuesday that he is eyeing to make sure Bangladesh Premier League, country’s lone franchise-based T20 tournament, does not give an impression of being vulnerable. Marshal had a meeting with BCB president Aminul Islam along with several other board directors at a hotel where he presented his action plan. BCB always had issues with the image of BPL since his inception and were even forced to…
Kathryn Bryce delivered an all-round masterclass and Sophie Ecclestone kept things tight as Manchester Originals outclassed Trent Rockets, sealing a flawless 10-wicket victory at Trent Bridge to climb to third in The Hundred women’s standings. Match Analysis Having taken 2-19 to help restrict the hosts to 111-7, Bryce steered the chase with an unbeaten 61 from 45 deliveries, receiving strong support from Aussie star Beth Mooney, who made 47 not out from 37 balls.Their clinical opening stand secured victory with 18 balls to spare as the Originals claimed a third straight win to boost their chances of progressing through the…
BANGLADESH NEWS Mehidy was part of the fitness camp in Dhaka preparing for the Asia Cup. © Getty Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan has opted out of the upcoming three-match T20I series against Netherlands to be with his unwell wife, Bangladesh Cricket Board officials confirmed on Tuesday. “Mehidy took leave from August 20 to September 4 to be with his wife as she is not keeping well,” a BCB official told Cricbuzz. “As a result, he is not flying to Sylhet for the skill camp ahead of the series against Netherlands.” The 28-year-old had been part of Bangladesh’s fitness camp in…
After over a year away from T20Is, Shubman Gill’s reinstatement as vice-captain underscores selectors’ faith in his leadership potential. ©Getty Ajit Agarkar was asked if the coronation of Shubman Gill as an all-format captain had already started. The question seemed rather bizarre with Suryakumar Yadav sitting right there, but then that seems the reality – or rather, the future reality of Indian cricket. The Gill era in Indian cricket seems to have well and truly begun, even if he is only the vice-captain at present in the Twenty20 format. “We obviously see some leadership qualities in him, and his form…
Notable omissions The biggest talking point is the absence of Shafali Verma, whose aggressive batting at the top has often provided India with flying starts. Despite her flair, inconsistent returns meant she was overlooked for the World Cup squad, sparking plenty of discussion. The 21-year-old was part of the T20I leg of the recently-concluded series against England, where she returned 176 runs from five innings, and ended as the second highest run getter of the five-match tour. Despite her good form, she was dropped for the 50-over-leg with India opting for Rawal and Mandhana as openers. Wicket-keeping and spin depth…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has increased the monthly salaries of players in Categories C and D under the newly announced central contracts for the 2025–26 season, sources confirmed on Tuesday. According to details, cricketers in Category C will now earn PKR 2.5 million per month, up from PKR 2 million after an increment of PKR 500,000. Similarly, players placed in Category D will receive PKR 1.5 million per month, an increase of PKR 300,000 from the previous PKR 1.2 million. However, the PCB has decided not to revise the salaries of Category B players, leaving…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Chicago Kingsmen maintained their unbeaten run in the ongoing Top End T20 Series with a convincing 69-run victory over Pakistan Shaheens at the Marrara Cricket Ground on Tuesday. Batting first, the Kingsmen put up a strong total of 206-5 in 20 overs, thanks to a brilliant 102-run stand between Milind Kumar and Tajinder Singh. The pair rescued the innings after early setbacks and set the platform for a big score. Milind was the star performer with a fiery 74 off 37 balls, hitting eight fours and three sixes. Tajinder provided solid support with 58 off 37…
JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Defending champions India have announced a strong 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE, with several big names returning to the fold as the team looks to secure a record-extending ninth title. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the side, with Shubman Gill appointed as his deputy. The squad reflects a balance of youth and experience, with selectors rewarding consistent performers from the past year while recalling senior players who had been rested or sidelined. The biggest highlight is the return of Jasprit Bumrah, who makes his comeback to India’s T20I setup after more…