Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak revealed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain heavily involved in India’s ODI preparations, sharing ideas with players and management to strengthen the team ahead of next year’s World Cup
Mumbai’s stand-in skipper Siddhesh Lad questioned the 9am start of their Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-final against Karnataka, a match Mumbai lost via VJD method due to rain. Batting in tricky morning conditions, Mumbai managed 254-8, with Shams Mulani scoring 86. Karnataka reached 187-1 in 33 overs before rain intervened
Vidarbha sealed a 76-run win over Delhi with a total of 300-9, while Delhi managed 224 all out, booking their spot in the Vijay Hazare Trophy semi-finals. Punjab dominated Madhya Pradesh, posting 345-6 and bowling out MP for 162, securing their place in the last four
Swarn Katkar scored a resilient 103 off 212 balls to help VN Sule Guruji English Medium School reach 231-7 against Dnyandeep Seva Mandal in their Giles Shield semi-final at Parsee Gymkhana. Devang Koli supported with 43 runs, while Dnyandeep’s Lavish Singh took 4-63. Dnyandeep finished the day at 89-0 in their second innings, with both sides allott
Smriti Mandhana and Grace Harris smashed a 145-run opening partnership to drive Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant nine-wicket win over UP Warriorz in the WPL. Mandhana lauded Harris’s effortless power and batting prowess, saying, “With her kind of muscles, she just needs to hit the ball,” after witnessing her teammate’s long sixes
Having needed to chase a target of 193 runs, the "Paltan" scored 193 runs for the loss of three wickets in 19.2 overs. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and Nicola Carey stayed unbeaten at the crease
Chopra raised questions on why Riyan Parag or Rinku Singh didn't get opportunities despite both players having the ability to bowl. The second ODI match between Team India and New Zealand is scheduled to be played at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot
The "Paltan" will enter the clash on the back of one victory and one loss. They will look to secure another win in order to take an edge in the ongoing competition
When asked if the visitors were able to get any learning from playing against the stalwarts such as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Nicholls said facing the Indian bigwigs was a challenge
Healy said that she is still passionate about representing Australia, but has lost the competitive edge that kept her driven over the years
Uncapped Ayush Badoni on Monday replaced Washington Sundar in India’s squad for the remaining two ODIs against New Zealand after the all-rounder was ruled out due to a rib injury. Washington suffered the injury in the series-opener on Sunday.
New Zealand all-rounder Kyle Jamieson lauded Virat Kohli’s masterful batting, saying the Indian superstar operates on a “different level” where even the best bowlers struggle to contain him. Kohli scored 93 in India’s four-wicket win in the ODI series opener against New Zealand
Uncapped Ayush Badoni on Monday replaced Washington Sundar in India’s squad for the remaining two ODIs against New Zealand after the all-rounder was ruled out due to a rib injury. Washington suffered the injury in the series-opener on Sunday.
13 January,2026 10:40 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesNew Zealand all-rounder Kyle Jamieson lauded Virat Kohli’s masterful batting, saying the Indian superstar operates on a “different level” where even the best bowlers struggle to contain him. Kohli scored 93 in India’s four-wicket win in the ODI series opener against New Zealand
13 January,2026 10:39 AM IST | Vadodara | PTIKohli struck a fluent 93 off 91 balls. “Whatever we talk about his innings, it would be less. We have been seeing it for so many years now, he’s been doing it consistently. The way he rotates the strike and he takes on the bowlers, he basically walks the talk,” Iyer said in a video posted by BCCI
13 January,2026 10:39 AM IST | Vadodara | AgenciesThe ICC has indicated it is unlikely to approve Bangladesh’s request to move its T20 World Cup matches in India, after a security assessment rated the threat to the team as “low.” The report contradicts claims that Mustafizur Rahman’s inclusion could raise risks. Bangladesh is scheduled to play four league-stage matches in India starting February 7
13 January,2026 10:32 AM IST | New Delhi | PTIWith the tournament’s leading run-getter Devdutt Padikkal (81 not out; 95 balls, 11x4) and veteran India batter Karun Nair (74 not out; 80 balls, 11x4) unbeaten, Karnataka were cruising at 187-1 in 33 overs while chasing a modest 255 when rain stopped play
13 January,2026 10:28 AM IST | Bengaluru | PTIADVERTISEMENT
In the WPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants have posted a total of 192 runs at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Here is all you need to know (Pic: wplt20.com/X/File Pic)
Overseas players make these competitions, but Indian players win you these competitions. Our bowlers did an amazing job — our two left-arm spinners especially. Anushka as well [with a sensational save],” said Gardner in the post-match presentation
13 January,2026 09:55 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | PTI
Mumbai Indians will look to carry forward the momentum from their win over Delhi Capitals when they face an in-form Gujarat Giants side in the WPL on Tuesday. While MI rely on Nat Sciver-Brunt and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, the Giants come in brimming with confidence after two big wins powered by their explosive batting
13 January,2026 09:55 AM IST | Navi Mumbai | Agencies
For VN Sule, Sharvil Nalawade emerged as the standout bowler (5-94). Aaradhya Kadam chipped in with three wickets (3-59), while Jay Mhatre claimed two (2-62). Anup Yadav’s brisk 127 off 95 balls helped Dnyandeep Seva Mandal post 340 on Day One of the MSSA Giles Shield semi-final against VN Sule. VN Sule reached 19 without loss at stumps
13 January,2026 09:53 AM IST | Mumbai | Rufus Vedanayagam
Having put to chase a target of 144 runs, RCB scored 145 runs for the loss of just one wicket in 12.1 overs. This also marked Bengaluru's second victory in the ongoing season
12 January,2026 11:16 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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