1+ hour, 10+ min ago (243+ words) The Proteas recovered from 77-3 with an unbeaten 30-run stand between Tony de Zorzi, who was unbeaten on 21 off 28 balls at the first interval on Tuesday, and Tristan Stubbs on 14. Ravindra Jadeja picked up two wickets in the morning session. On Monday, Marco Jansen took 6-48 to help South Africa take a 314-run first innings lead when India was bowled out for 201 in reply to 489. The Proteas opted against enforcing the follow-on, instead extending their margin with a view to setting India a big target to chase. World Test Championship winner South Africa leads the two-match series after winning the opener in Kolkata by 30 runs. The Proteas are chasing a first test series win on Indian soil since 2000-01. The Proteas started Day 4 at 26-0 and Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton put on 59 runs for the first wicket. The South Africans scored 40 runs in…...

1+ hour, 38+ min ago (484+ words) Before the collapse in Guwahati, India encountered a similar batting disaster on a challenging pitch in Kolkata. India, once nearly unbeatable at home because of spin-friendly conditions and their superior ability, have started to look vulnerable. They now risk a second home series defeat in just over a year. Batting on turning tracks has declined, influenced by excessive rank turners and the rise of limited-overs habits. Collapses have always happened, but they've become far more frequent in recent seasons. India have experienced several collapses in foreign conditions, but few expected to see a similar outcome on home soil, where conditions are more suited to their strengths. However, despite their growing capabilities, the team is not immune to such setbacks. On that note, let's take a look at five occasions in the 21st century when India endured a batting collapse in a…...

5+ hour, 17+ min ago (266+ words) Smriti Mandhana's wedding to Palash Muchhal continues to make headlines due to health issues. After Smriti's father was admitted to the local medical facility after showing heart attack-like symptoms, the groom also fell ill. It was reported that Palash was also taken to the hospital in Sangli due to a viral infection and acidity. According to NDTV, he has been shifted to a Mumbai hospital. He is currently receiving treatment at SVR Hospital in Goregaon, Mumbai. Palash was stressed due to concerts and his wedding, which took a toll on his health. The health complications are not yet known. A report in Hindustan Times claimed that Palash was the one who decided to postpone the wedding after Smriti's father fell ill. Palash's mother, Amita, said that her son is close to Shrinivas Mandhana. He was shocked when he learned of Smriti's father's…...

8+ hour, 50+ min ago (373+ words) Kohli surprised everyone when he announced his retirement from Test cricket this year in May. The announcement came a few days after Rohit Sharma bid adieu to the format. As India are on the verge of losing another Test at home, the flop batting show in the second Test against South Africa led to a big claim about Virat Kohli's retirement from the longest format of the game. The statement came after India were dismissed for 201 in the first innings against the Proteas, before the visiting team extended their lead to 314 at stumps on Day 3 at the Barsapara Stadium. Former cricketer Sreevats Goswami feels Virat should have retired from ODIs and continued playing Test cricket, insisting that red-ball cricket is missing his winning mentality. "Ideally, Virat should have left playing ODIs & continued playing test cricket until he had nothing to…...

9+ hour, 57+ min ago (238+ words) Pathan also mentioned that Tilak's value has gone up after his match-winning performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan in September. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has expressed confidence that Tilak could perform well if given the chance to bat at number 4 in ODIs against South Africa. The left-handed batter currently plays in the middle order for India in T20Is. Pathan also mentioned that Tilak's value has gone up after his match-winning performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan in September. Coming in at number 4 during the tense T20I, the left-handed batter scored an unbeaten 69, leading India to a five-wicket victory. "Watch out for Tilak Varma, especially after his match-winning performances against Pakistan in the final and how he handled pressure during the Asia Cup. I believe that following his performance, his stocks have gone up. He's a player who…...

11+ hour, 37+ min ago (220+ words) South Africa extended their lead to 508 runs in the second innings of the Guwahati Test. The visitors were 220/4, with Tristan Stubbs unbeaten on 60 runs at lunch. The Proteas scored 113 runs for the loss of 1 wicket in the second session. Wiaan Mulder, who amassed 29 runs, was the other batter in the middle. The Proteas have shown no interest in declaring the innings despite the lead crossing the 500-run mark. Earlier, Tony de Zorzi (49), Ryan Rickelton (35) and Aiden Markram (29) also contributed with the bat. Ravindra Jadeja took three wickets while Washington Sundar dismissed one batter. The hosts are playing the waiting game, knowing they can't win, and that the only possibility is defeat or a draw. Rishabh Pant's team has been on the back foot from the start of the game, with South Africa scoring 489 runs in their first innings. Senuran Muthusamy…...

12+ hour, 59+ min ago (541+ words) Removing Gambhir from Test coaching could help India focus on winning the next two white-ball ICC trophies. Meanwhile, a new Test coach would have time to strategise for India to regain form in the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle. India were on the back foot on Day 3 of the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. After suffering a defeat in the series opener in Kolkata, the Indian team hasn't shown any improvement in the ongoing game. India have been struggling to get going, with the Proteas dominating the hosts in all the departments of the game. After allowing South Africa to post 489 in their first innings, India collapsed to 201. The Proteas ended the day at 26/0 in their second innings, leading by 314 runs. India are on the brink of another home Test series whitewash, with little hope for a turnaround. Head…...

15+ hour, 57+ min ago (319+ words) India and Pakistan will face off in the group stage match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15, 2026, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This will be their first meeting since the Asia Cup 2025, where India won all three matches, including the final. The global tournament is scheduled from February 7 to March 8, 2026 and is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The USA, Namibia and the Netherlands are the other teams in the group, according to ESPN Cricinfo. India will start their campaign against the USA in Mumbai on February 7, followed by contests against Namibia in Delhi on February 12, Pakistan in Colombo on February 15, and the Netherlands in Ahmedabad on February 18. Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka. The tournament consists of 20 teams, with four groups of five countries each. The top two teams from each group…...

19+ hour, 22+ min ago (327+ words) On Day 3 of the second Test in Guwahati, Kumble hinted that the selectors may have underestimated Samson's recent form while picking the team. Former India Spinner Anil Kumble voiced his concerns over Sanju Samson's omission from the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, starting on November 30. On Day 3 of the second Test in Guwahati, Kumble hinted that the selectors may have underestimated Samson's recent form while picking the team. The Board of Control for Cricket in India recalled Rishabh Pant for the ODIs. Pant's last ODI appearance was in August 2024 against Sri Lanka in Colombo, and he now returns as India change its white-ball combinations. Kumble mentioned that Samson was one of the players he had hoped to see in the squad. Looking back at Samson's ODI record, he said, "Sanju Samson is one name I…...

20+ hour, 22+ min ago (218+ words) When asked about the message he wanted to send to England's supporters, McCullum said, "Keep the faith." England coach Brendon McCullum has spoken after his team's crushing 8-wicket loss in the first Ashes Test, urging supporters to keep the faith. He mentioned that the team will stick to its aggressive approach despite the heavy defeat in Perth. England were comprehensively outplayed in every aspect, as their aggressive Bazball style crumbled under pressure. Batting collapses in both innings, along with a blistering 69-ball century from Travis Head, handed them a crushing defeat. This loss leaves them with a tough challenge ahead as they strive to reclaim the Ashes with four Tests remaining. When asked about the message he wanted to send to England's supporters, McCullum said, "Keep the faith." He also pointed out that this isn't the first time his team…...