All-rounder Axar Patel has been ruled out of the remainder of India’s T20I series against South Africa due to illness. Left-arm spinner Shahbaz Ahmed has been called up as his replacement, adding a fresh twist to India’s squad balance ahead of the final two matches.
In a stunning display of disciplined bowling under the Dharamsala lights, India’s attack ripped through South Africa to win by 7 wickets and seize control of the T20 series. It wasn’t just a win—it was a statement.
After two humiliating defeats, England’s Ashes dreams are hanging by a thread. With history against them and a fired-up Australia welcoming back Pat Cummins, a miracle seems the only way out in Adelaide.
At just 23, Tilak Varma has done the unthinkable: overtaken Virat Kohli to claim the world’s best batting average in T20I run chases. With ice-cool composure and consistent performances at No. 3, India’s new chase specialist is emerging as a linchpin in high-stakes run pursuits.
After a stellar 2/13 performance that earned him Player of the Match honors, Arshdeep Singh opened up about Suryakumar Yadav’s cheeky DRS call during India’s T20I victory over South Africa. In a candid chat, he credited simplicity and perfect Dharamsala conditions for his comeback, while Varun Chakaravarthy reflected on reaching 50 T20I wickets amid freezing challenges.
New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham has launched a scathing attack on the Impact Player rule after a disastrous outing for Dubai Capitals in the ILT20. Thrust into the game unprepared as a tactical sub, he went for 22 in an over and scored just 16—prompting him to demand the rule’s removal to protect player dignity and match integrity.