Gujarat Giants put up a massive 207/4 against UP Warriorz, led by captain Ashleigh Gardner’s 65 and a vital 103-run stand with debutant Anushka Sharma (44). After an aggressive start by Sophie Devine, late cameos from Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali ensured a strong finish. Sophie Ecclestone (2/32) was the pick of the UPW bowlers
Shreyas Iyer narrowly avoided a dog bite while interacting with fans at an airport. The scare occurred just days before his expected return to international cricket. Iyer has received fitness clearance after recovering from a spleen injury and is set to rejoin the Indian squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11.
India’s Jemimah Rodrigues takes over as captain of Delhi Capitals for WPL 2026, aiming to build on her domestic leadership experience and the franchise’s strong legacy. Jemimah discussed her leadership role at Delhi Capitals on Jiohotstar, recognising Lanning’s enduring influence
Late-order fireworks from Nicola Carey and Sajeevan Sajana helped Mumbai Indians recover from a shaky start against RCB in the WPL-4 opener at DY Patil Stadium. However, Sajana and left-hander Carey shouldered the responsibility well, stitching a vital 82-run stand off just 49 balls. At the time of going to press, RCB were 82-5 in 11.4 overs
Ajay Patil and his friend Chetan Bachaav, part of a group of 24 MI fans who travelled here from Nashik to watch their favourite cricketers, were excited to witness the WPL-4 opener.
The ODI series starting here on Sunday will be followed by a long T20I season, which includes a five-match series against the Kiwis, the T20 World Cup, and then the Indian Premier League
Bangladesh Cricket Board functionary slams former skipper for urging board to prioritise country’s cricket future before deciding on T20 World Cup after Mustafizur’s IPL ouster; remark draws backlash from current and ex-players
Premier all-rounder Nadine de Klerk played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 63 runs off 44 deliveries. Her knock was laced with seven boundaries and two maximums. Arundhati Reddy also scored 20 runs in 25 balls, with the help of two boundaries
Opening the innings for the "Paltan", Amelia Kerr departed early on just four runs in 15 balls. Fellow opening batswoman Gunalan Kamalini accumulated 32 runs off 28 deliveries, which was laced with five boundaries
After winning the toss, RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana said that, considering the dew factor, she opted to bowl first in the WPL 2026 opening match. Nadine De Klerk, Grace Harris, Lauren Bell, and Linsey Smith will be the team's four overseas players for this game
Smith, who had torched an unbeaten 121 runs against Perth Scorchers and another half-century in his three-match stint last season, will be available for the Sixers' final three regular-season fixtures
The Women’s Premier League 2026 begins on Friday with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game
Smith, who had torched an unbeaten 121 runs against Perth Scorchers and another half-century in his three-match stint last season, will be available for the Sixers' final three regular-season fixtures
09 January,2026 09:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Women’s Premier League 2026 begins on Friday with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game
09 January,2026 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBangladesh are scheduled to open their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on February 7 against the two-time champions West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata
09 January,2026 04:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMumbai Indians (MI) will lock horns against Gujarat Giants (GG) on January 13, followed which they will play against the UP Warriorz (UPW) on January 15
09 January,2026 04:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMartyn, 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
09 January,2026 08:58 AM IST | New Delhi | IANSADVERTISEMENT
In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Maharashtra's Ruturaj Gaikwad achieved a new feat in List-A cricket. Here's all you need to know (Pic: X/Instagram)
The in-form Mumbai batter belted a 20-ball 62, laced with seven fours and five maximums while chasing a small target of 217
09 January,2026 08:56 AM IST | Jaipur | Agencies
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
09 January,2026 08:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh Mayure
mid-day lists three heroes, who set up Australia’s emphatic 4–1 win and three under-performers, who hurt England’s cause
09 January,2026 08:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Rohan Koli
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
09 January,2026 08:43 AM IST | Sydney | Agencies
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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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