New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The Indian Deaf Women’s Cricket Team is about to make history by starting their first international T20 tour to Sri Lanka this week. This significant tour will be the deaf women’s team’s debut in international women’s cricket and will pave the way for future developments in deaf cricket in India. Before the historic five-match T20 International Deaf Cricket Series, the Indian team revealed their jersey in New Delhi. The event was attended by Sumit Jain, President…
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New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The Delhi Premier League (DPL) T20 Season 3 Player Auction is scheduled for July 1 in Delhi. Eight men’s franchises and four women’s franchises will build their squads for the upcoming season.More than 600 players are vying in the two competitions, including over 400 men and more than 200 women. Among them, 65 men’s players and 28 women’s players have already been retained by their franchises before the auction.DDCA President Rohan Jaitley said, “The player auction is o…
New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop firmly believes that women’s cricket has now established itself as a standalone product capable of drawing massive crowds despite competing with major global sporting events. Bishop’s observations come at a historic juncture for the tournament which has been competing for attention alongside the FIFA World Cup, men’s Test series against New Zealand, and Wimbledon. The group stage attendance record at an ICC Women’s T20 World…
London, June 28 (IANS) South Africa pace spearhead Shabnim Ismail added another remarkable milestone to her illustrious career on Sunday by becoming the most successful bowler in the history of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The veteran fast bowler claimed her 49th wicket in the tournament during South Africa’s crucial Group 1 encounter against Bangladesh at Lord’s, moving past Australia’s Megan Schutt to stand alone at the top of the all-time charts.The record-breaking dismissal arrived early i…
London, June 28 (IANS) South Africa kept their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final hopes alive with a hard-fought four-wicket victory over Bangladesh on Sunday at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, successfully chasing 118 in a contest that remained alive until the final over. After restricting Bangladesh to 117/5 through a disciplined bowling effort in the first innings, the Proteas overcame a spirited fightback led by Bangladesh’s bowlers to seal victory, although their progression now depends on A…
Manchester, June 24 (IANS) India’s path to the Women’s T20 World Cup semi-finals remains firmly in their own hands, but Thursday’s meeting with Bangladesh offers little room for complacency. With the tournament entering a decisive phase, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side must find answers to growing concerns that have surfaced despite occupying a strong position in Group A. The biggest challenge for India is no longer at the top of the order. Questions surrounding the opening partnership have largely disa…
Bristol, June 23 (IANS) Ireland captain Gaby Lewis remained optimistic about her team’s progress despite a comprehensive nine-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, saying the experience of competing against stronger opposition will only make the side “hungrier” to improve.Ireland posted 130/5 after recovering from a disastrous start, with Lewis leading the rescue effort through a fighting 59-run knock. However, Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu stole the show with a ma…
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has welcomed the International Cricket Council’s newly launched post-pregnancy return-to-play guidelines, describing the initiative as a major step forward for women’s cricket and athlete welfare. Reacting to the ICC’s announcement on social media, Tendulkar praised the governing body’s efforts to create a more supportive environment for female cricketers balancing motherhood and professional sport.”Exceptional batting by the ICC. Empower…
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) The third season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) will be held from July 31 to August 30, 2026, the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) announced on Tuesday. The players’ auction ahead of the new season will take place on July 1. The previous edition witnessed West Delhi Lions, captained by Nitish Rana, claim their maiden DPL title after defeating Central Delhi Kings by six wickets in the final. In the women’s competition, South Delhi Superstarz, led by Shw…
Southampton, June 20 (IANS) Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bat against Pakistan first in a must-win Group A match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton on Saturday. Both teams have had a poor start in the tournament and will be hoping to bounce back into the reckoning. Bangladesh Women’s captain Nigar Sultana Joty said they will try to post a big score. She said the WC is a bit hectic, but they are trying to adjust. She further says that they had a lot …