Category: Sports

Sydney, January 7, 2026 — England’s young batting sensation Jacob Bethell produced a masterclass under pressure, scoring his first Test century on day four of the final Ashes Test at the SCG. The 22-year-old remained unbeaten on 142 off 229 balls as wickets tumbled around him, guiding England’s second innings with composure and maturity.

Dambulla, January 6, 2026 — Pakistan and Sri Lanka are all set to lock horns in the first T20I of the three-match series on January 7, 2026, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, as both teams intensify preparations for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India.

Dambulla, January 6, 2026 — Sri Lanka have named their squad for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, marking a key step in their preparations ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, set to begin on February 7.

Sydney, Australia – England’s batting stalwart Joe Root etched his name further into cricket history by scoring his 41st Test century, drawing level with Ricky Ponting for third place on the all-time men’s Test hundreds list, during day two of the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

England batter Harry Brook showcased a more measured approach with the bat as the team ended a rain-hit Day 1 of the fifth Test at 211/3 from 45 overs, remaining unbeaten on 78 alongside Joe Root on 72. Speaking after the day’s play, Brook acknowledged that his batting has been under constant scrutiny, particularly against disciplined Australian bowling attacks during the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series.

Former Australian Test great Damien Martyn has regained consciousness and is able to talk, one week after being placed into an induced coma while battling meningitis at a Gold Coast hospital. The 54-year-old’s condition has improved dramatically, prompting ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist to describe the turnaround as “some sort of miracle”.

Indian selectors have announced Shubman Gill as the captain of the national team for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand, set to begin later this month. The decision was confirmed on Saturday, with Shreyas Iyer included in the squad pending fitness clearance.

Pakistan booked their place in the U19 tri-series final after registering a commanding 133-run victory over Afghanistan on Friday at the Sunrise Sports Club. The Green Shirts delivered a dominant all-round performance, led by Sameer Minhas’s composed half-century and a five-wicket haul by Umar Zaib.

The Pakistan men’s cricket team is set to tour Bangladesh twice in 2026, shortly after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, according to an announcement by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday.