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Team India began the five-match T20I series in grand style with a massive 101-run victory over South Africa at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. It was a night where Hardik Pandya’s explosive batting, followed by India’s ruthless bowling attack, completely dismantled the Proteas. South Africa were bundled out for just 74 in 12.3 overs, their lowest T20I total vs India, as the Men in Blue took a 1–0 lead in the series. Match Overview MatchIndia vs South Africa, 1st T20IVenueBarabati Stadium, CuttackTossSouth Africa won, opted to bowlIndia175/6 (20 overs)South Africa74 all out (12.3 overs)ResultIndia won by 101 runsSeriesIndia lead 1–0 Hardik…

Cricket is the most popular game in India, and the infrastructure for this sport in this country is one of the best in the world. There are more than 50 active cricket grounds in India, and many more are used to host domestic games. Barabati Stadium in Cuttack is one of the active cricket venues in India. This cricket venue was established in 1958, and the first international match at this venue was played in 1982 between India and England. Barabati Stadium is located at the Stadium Road, Cuttack, Odisha, India. It was also used to host IPL games between 2010 and 2014. Apart from cricket, this stadium…

The Barabati Stadium is a part of India’s rich cricket history. It is among the oldest cricket venues in the country, having been established in 1958. The venue, based in Odisha’s Cuttack, has been hosting cricket fixtures since the 1960s. But it was in 1982 when the first international cricket match took place here. Since then, the Barabati Stadium has been hosting international matches across formats. While Test cricket hasn’t been played here a lot, the limited-overs matches continue to take place quite frequently. Here you can find the Barabati Stadium’s records and stats in Test, ODI, and T20I cricket.…

Sophie Molineux has been a go-to spinner in Australia’s setup for years. With her disciplined left-arm spin and sharp cricketing brain, she has delivered consistent spells and emerged as a reliable match-turner for her teams. But her impact is not limited to bowling alone. Over the last few seasons, Molineux has also transformed into a confident and dependable leader. Molineux took over the captaincy of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) side Melbourne Renegades ahead of WBBL|07 (2021). Since then, she has guided the team through highs and lows, including leading them to their first-ever WBBL championship title in WBBL|10…

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are stepping into IPL 2026 with fresh energy, a revamped squad, and a strong comeback mission after a tough IPL 2025 season. With Ruturaj Gaikwad still leading the team and Stephen Fleming as head coach, CSK has entered a big transition phase, highlighted by the blockbuster Sanju Samson – Ravindra Jadeja – Sam Curran trade. The confirmed squad, purse amount, available slots, and auction strategy all point toward a renewed and aggressive CSK for IPL 2026. CSK IPL 2026 – Team Overview Read Also:- Who is the Owner of CSK Team in IPL 2026? CSK…

The Sydney Thunder enter the BBL 2025-26 (Season 15) with a refreshed squad, new energy, and a powerful mix of batting depth, all-round options, and an elite bowling attack. With the tournament running from 14 December 2025 to 25 January 2026, the Thunder are aiming for a strong comeback season under experienced leadership and a revamped core. Featuring players like David Warner, Sam Billings, Shadab Khan, Lockie Ferguson, Daniel Sams, Tanveer Sangha, and the latest comeback story Nic Maddinson, the team looks well-balanced with experience, youth, and inspirational returns. Sydney Thunder (ST) – Full Squad for BBL 2025-26 The Thunder…

Elyse Villani is a former Australian cricketer. While she played her last international match back in 2019, she continues to play in domestic cricket. The hard-hitting batter is now sharing her experience through leadership duties. Villani has had extensive captaincy experience. She has led three teams in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) and had a brief stint in The Women’s Hundred. Here you can look at Elyse Villani’s captaincy record in domestic T20 cricket. Elyse Villani Captaincy Record in WBBL TournamentTeamMatchesWonLostTiedNo ResultWin%WBBLPerth Scorchers2111100052.38WBBLMelbourne Stars142120014.28WBBLHobart Hurricanes4623210250.00Total-8136430244.44 Villani is an experienced captain in T20 cricket. She has captained several teams in…

GG VS SWR Match 10, Dream11 Team Prediction for International League T20 2025-26 Preview: The coming game of the International League T20 2025-26 will be played between two sides, who are on the opposite sides of the points table. Gulf Giants are scheduled to take on Sharjah Warriorz in match no. 10. This contest will kick off at 8 PM IST on Wednesday at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Giants had a good start to the tournament, and they recorded two consecutive wins at the start.  But they were unlucky in the previous game, as they lost to Desert Vipers in the Super Over. But…

In a short span, Phoebe Litchfield has cemented her place in Australia’s squad. She has proved her mettle with the bat. Now, Litchfield is adding another skill set to her repertoire. She is grooming her leadership skills. The left-hand batter has been at the helm of Sydney Thunder in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL). This may potentially open up an opportunity to captain Australia in the future. On that note, let’s look at Phoebe Litchfield’s captaincy record in the WBBL. Phoebe Litchfield Captaincy Record in WBBL TeamMatchesWonLostTiedNo ResultWin%Sydney Thunder18980150.00 Litchfield has been leading Sydney Thunder in the WBBL since…

The excitement for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Auction is reaching new heights. After a thrilling 2025 season that saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally lift their maiden IPL trophy, all eyes are now on how franchises reshape their squads for the new season. The IPL 2026 Mini Auction will take place on December 16, 2025 as a one-day mini auction. Teams have already submitted their final retention lists by November 15, 2025 (5 PM IST). After Dubai and Jeddah in the previous seasons, this year’s auction will be staged at the Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, continuing the overseas…