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Bhuvneshwar Kumar took his first T20I wicket in nearly four years during the second match against New Zealand on October 24. He dismissed Daryl Mitchell for six runs using a clever knuckle ball at Hagley Oval. This early breakthrough helped India as they lead the five-match series 1-0 overall.
Rohit Sharma named teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during a television show. When asked who he would not let drive his new car, the India star picked the 15-year-old. Rohit said the youngster did not have a driving licence. This light-hearted moment showed the teen's age and his growing popularity.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar explained why he chose 87 as his jersey number. He said, "I wanted the total to add up to six, because I had tried several numbers, including 15, but they were already taken." The pacer also shared how the Impact Player rule changed how batters attack today.
The Pakistan Cricket Board is considering a new six-a-side tournament called PSL Sixes to engage fans during the off-season. Chief executive Salman Naseer said the board is exploring whether the tournament could become a recurring feature. This event aims to bring franchise cricket to smaller cities across the country.
South Africa announced its squad for the Newlands Test, with Anrich Nortje ruled out of the series decider. Nortje got a groin injury during the second Test on Saturday. Now, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, and Dane Paterson are in contention to replace him for the match starting on October 27.
Anrich Nortje is out of South Africa’s third and final Test against Australia due to a groin injury. The fast bowler got hurt during the second Test in Gqeberha. South Africa must now change their bowling attack for the decider on Tuesday. They have not named a replacement player yet.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returned to India’s playing XI for the second T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch on Saturday. He replaced the injured Ishan Kishan but batted at number three instead of his usual opening spot. Captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field, citing dew as a factor.
Tilak Varma broke the world record for most catches in a calendar year during Saturday’s second T20I against New Zealand. The Indian cricketer took two catches to reach 26, moving past Danilson Hawoe. India also made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Prince Yadav for the match.
Lionel Messi received Spain's most prestigious sports award on Friday in Oviedo. Princess Leonor handed the Argentine forward the Princess of Asturias Award for his glittering career and social work. Fans cheered as he got the honor. Messi said, "The most important thing is to know how to lose."
Bhuvneshwar Kumar credits the IPL for his return to the Indian team after four years. He said, “Four years, I never chased this Indian jersey.” The pacer focused on his skills and fitness instead of worrying about a comeback. He eventually returned to action in the first T20I against New Zealand.
Australian umpire Ben Treloar officiated the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Gujarat at the Palam Air Force II Ground last week. Part of an exchange program, he said, "The players are incredibly talented, and the standard of first-class cricket here is very high." He is enjoying his Indian visit.
Steffan Jones will join Mumbai Indians as a bowling consultant for the 2027 Indian Premier League. The former Rajasthan Royals coach will work with the development squad and Indian players during the domestic season. This move follows the appointment of Kieron Pollard as the new head coach for the franchise.