The India vs Afghanistan T20 series in New Delhi will serve as vital preparation for the Asian Games 2026, with Shreyas Iyer leading a rebuilding Indian side.
Rohit Sharma sparked social media buzz with a subtle swipe at chief selector Ajit Agarkar, donning a T‑shirt referencing Agarkar’s remarks about his and Virat Kohli in India’s ODI setup.
Jasprit Bumrah returns from a knee injury to join Shreyas Iyer and his team for the three‑match series against Afghanistan in Delhi before heading to the Asian Games in Japan.
East Zone clinched the Duleep Trophy title at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, ending a 13‑year wait. Though the summit clash against South Zone finished in a draw, Ishan Kishan‑led EZ’s towering first‑innings score sealed the victory.
Mitchell Santner has declined a Big Bash League offer from the Adelaide Strikers to prioritise New Zealand’s upcoming Test assignments against India and Australia.
India Women will look to extend their dominant run in the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 as they face Bangladesh in the semi‑final today at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.