The decision to omit Shubman Gill from India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad is being called ‘damage control’ by a former India cricketer, who claims selectors ‘got carried away’ by his Test success. But is this a pragmatic reset—or a missed opportunity?
Despite a gritty lower-order fightback, England fell agonizingly short in their record chase attempt as Australia sealed a 3-0 Ashes 2025 series win in Adelaide—retaining the urn with two Tests to spare.
Shubman Gill’s high-profile omission from the T20 World Cup wasn’t just about an injury. Behind the scenes, ‘Project Shubman Gill’ had already collapsed due to a shocking lack of form, paving the way for Sanju Samson’s long-awaited big break.
On a tension-filled final day in Adelaide, Australia stands just three wickets away from crushing England’s dream of a historic Ashes comeback. With Ben Stokes at the crease and time running out, the third Test could define the series—and the legacy of both captains.
Despite dominating in T20s and ODIs, India’s Test cricket is in serious trouble after a 0-2 whitewash in South Africa. Veteran Sanjay Manjrekar says it’s time to stop ignoring the red-ball reality.
With England reeling at 207/6 on Day 4, Australia are just four wickets from retaining the Ashes. Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon’s late burst has left the visitors on the verge of defeat in a gripping Test showdown.