Martyn, who represented Australia in 67 Test matches, fell ill on Boxing Day and was taken to hospital on the Gold Coast late last month, where he was placed in an induced coma amid a bout of meningitis
The in-form Mumbai batter belted a 20-ball 62, laced with seven fours and five maximums while chasing a small target of 217
MI’s India skipper Harmanpreet and her deputy Smriti, who captains RCB, believe a fine showing at Women’s Premier League, beginning today, will help team’s pursuit of glory at ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to be held in June-July
mid-day lists three heroes, who set up Australia’s emphatic 4–1 win and three under-performers, who hurt England’s cause
After completing a comprehensive 4–1 Ashes win in Sydney, skipper Steve Smith highlights Australia’s experience and hunger to improve, insisting the team remains focussed on World Test Championship goals
The World Cup would be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Rathour will assume charge on January 18 and will remain with the team until March 10.
“We will take many lessons from this tour and are determined to improve quickly. Our focus is on regaining the Ashes in 2027,” Gould said.
Smith said that he would like to tick off winning an Ashes series in England, and also stated that the Australian squad in the previous four to five years has been amazing
The T20 World Cup 2026 is set to kick off on February 7 and will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The West Indies will play their first match against Bangladesh on the same day at Eden Gardens in Kolkata
Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa have been placed in Group D alongside Afghanistan, Canada, New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates. They will begin their campaign against Canada on February 9 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad
Varma was rushed to the hospital after he complained about the acute pain he experienced. He is with the Hyderabad team for the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy
Usman Khawaja, who made his final appearance for the side, said that he found it difficult to control his emotions while playing at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
Varma was rushed to the hospital after he complained about the acute pain he experienced. He is with the Hyderabad team for the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy
08 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentUsman Khawaja, who made his final appearance for the side, said that he found it difficult to control his emotions while playing at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
08 January,2026 01:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTwo-time WPL champs Mumbai Indians’s skipper Harmanpreet Kaur says her team’s winning mentality keeps them in good stead to lift third title; MI vs RCB kick off new season on Friday
08 January,2026 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh MayureIndia’s spin contingent in the ODI squad includes Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar, while their T20I squad also features Varun Chakravarthy
08 January,2026 08:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Agencies“The ICC has conveyed its willingness to work closely with the BCB to address the concerns raised and has assured that the Board’s inputs will be considered as part of the security planning for the event,” BCB said in a statement. Bangladesh are due to play four games in Kolkata and Mumbai
08 January,2026 08:35 AM IST | Dhaka | PTIADVERTISEMENT
In the fifth Test match of the Ashes series against England, Australia's lead pacer Mitchell Starc has joined an elite list. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)
After being sent in to bat, skipper Sooryavanshi went on a six-hitting spree, hammering 10 maximums and nine boundaries in a 74-ball 127
08 January,2026 08:27 AM IST | Benoni (South Africa) | PTI
After not being picked in first three Tests, England’s Jacob slams maiden first-class century (142 not out) as visitors end Day 4 at 302-8 to lead by 119; 22-year-old says scoring ton in front of family makes it special
As England star Bethell’s first Test ton puts him in an exclusive list of players, who have scored their maiden first-class and List A centuries on the international stage, mid-day highlights the other four
08 January,2026 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Karan Shankar
Bethell registered his maiden First-Class century. He also became the ninth English batsman to score a ton against the Aussies at the age of 22 or younger, according to ESPNcricinfo
07 January,2026 06:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud
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