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The Board of Control for Cricket in India has taken a meaningful step toward sustainability by introducing an eco-friendly trophy for the India vs New Zealand T20I series. Instead of traditional materials, the trophy has been crafted using recycled cricket bats and balls, turning retired playing equipment into a symbol of environmental responsibility. This initiative has been developed in collaboration with IDFC First Bank and reflects the growing focus on sustainability in Indian sport. By reusing old bats and leather from worn-out balls, the board aims to reduce waste while keeping the spirit of cricket alive in a creative way.…

Indian cricket icon Rohit Sharma is set to add a new milestone to his illustrious career—this time off the field. The former India captain will be awarded an Honorary Doctorate (D.Litt.) by Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to cricket and his exemplary leadership over the years. The university confirmed that Rohit Sharma will receive the honour during its 10th Convocation Ceremony on January 24, 2026, where he will also attend as the Chief Guest. The event marks a special occasion as ADYPU celebrates a decade since its establishment. Why Rohit Sharma Is Being Honoured…

A major venue update has emerged ahead of Indian Premier League 2026, with Rajasthan Royals likely to move away from their traditional home ground in Jaipur for the upcoming season. According to the latest update shared by cricket reporter Abhishek Tripathi, Rajasthan Royals are expected to play their IPL 2026 home matches in Pune and Guwahati, instead of the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. The development comes amid ongoing administrative uncertainty within the Rajasthan Cricket Association, which has directly impacted venue approvals for the new IPL season. Why Rajasthan Royals Are Moving Away From Jaipur The main issue surrounds the Rajasthan Cricket…

The venue situation for the IPL 2026 season has become one of the biggest talking points ahead of the tournament, with uncertainty surrounding matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. While the stadium remains in line to host IPL games, conditional approvals and safety concerns have forced the BCCI and franchises to prepare backup plans. On Wednesday, January 22, 2026, discussions intensified as officials reviewed whether Bengaluru could safely host high-profile IPL matches, including the season opener. Until a final call is taken, alternative venues such as DY Patil Stadium and Mullanpur Stadium have emerged as strong options. Why Chinnaswamy Is Still…

SL VS ENG 1st ODI, Dream11 Team Prediction for Sri Lanka vs England ODI Series 2026 Preview: England have reached Sri Lanka, where they will play three ODIs and three T20Is. This tour will be ideal for both teams to prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, which is just two weeks away from now. The tour will begin with the T20I series. These two teams are set to take on each other in the first T20I on Thursday at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo at 2:30 PM IST. Harry Brook will be leading the tourists.  The surface here will be totally different from the English pitches. So, it will…

India delivered a commanding performance to defeat New Zealand by 48 runs in the first T20I of the series. Playing at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur, India dominated both with the bat and the ball to take a 1–0 lead. The match was played on Wednesday night, with New Zealand winning the toss and opting to bowl. What followed was a high-scoring contest where India’s aggressive intent proved too much for the visitors. Abhishek Sharma’s Explosive 84 Sets the Platform The highlight of the match was a sensational knock by Abhishek Sharma, who smashed 84 runs off just 35…

PC VS SEC Match Qualifier 1, Dream11 Team Prediction for SA20 2025-26 Preview: The fourth edition of the South Africa T20 League (SA20 2025-26) has reached its final phase. The last four games will decide the team that will win this tournament. Sunrisers Eastern Cape, the two-time champion, will be looking to make their fourth final in a row. They have finished the league stage at the top of the table and made it to the qualifier. Sunrisers Eastern Cape are scheduled to take on Pretoria Capitals in Qualifier 1 of the SA20 2025-26.  This contest will be played at Kingsmead in Durban on Wednesday at…

AFG VS WI 2nd T20I, Dream11 Team Prediction for Afghanistan vs West Indies T20I Series 2026 Preview: The first T20I between West Indies and Afghanistan in Dubai ended as expected. It was dominated by Afghanistan in both innings, including the toss. Afghanistan lost two quick wickets with the bat, but a big partnership of 143 runs between Ibrahim Zadran and Darwish Rasooli took them to a big total. Zadran played another good knock at the top and scored 87 off 56, while Rasooli supported him well with 84 off 59. But West Indies had another batting failure. Four of their five top-order batters scored a total of 14 runs. That…

IND VS NZ 1st T20I, Dream11 Team Prediction for India vs New Zealand T20I Series 2026 Preview: India had a humiliating result in the ODI series as New Zealand recorded a historic series win by 2-1 with their second-string team. They were the best side of the series, and Daryl Mitchell led the foundation of the series win. Now, these two sides will be up against each other in the five-match T20I series. This series will be very important as the two teams have these final games ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.  Hence, both teams will look to give the proper gametime to every player and also settle their combination ahead of the…

The European T20 Premier League (ETPL) is finally ready to begin after a long wait. The organisers have confirmed that the league will launch in late August 2026, and some of the biggest names in world cricket have joined as franchise owners. Former Australia captain Steve Waugh, star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, and former New Zealand fast bowler Kyle Mills are among the headline owners announced so far. The announcement was made in Sydney, where the league revealed its first three teams and confirmed that the remaining franchises will be announced soon. What Is the European T20 Premier League (ETPL)? The…