After losing first two Tests, India is determined to secure a win in the third and final Test against New Zealand, despite New Zealand’s lead of 143 runs with one wicket remaining at stumps on Day 2 in the ICC World Test Championship series.

Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting showdown early next year as Sri Lanka prepares to host Australia for a two-match Test series and a single ODI.

Mumbai, November 1, 2024 — New Zealand have won the toss and elected to bat first in the final Test against India, aiming to further solidify their lead after an impressive series performance. However, both teams face notable absences as India’s premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah is sidelined due to viral fever, while New Zealand’s all-rounder Mitchell Santner, recently celebrated for his career-best figures of 13/157 in Pune, is ruled out due to a side strain.

Australian batting all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has spoken highly of Pakistan’s unpredictable and exhilarating brand of cricket as the two teams prepare to clash in the upcoming One Day International (ODI) series set to begin this November. In an interview, Maxwell highlighted the distinctive challenges that Pakistan’s volatile and dynamic style poses for any opposing team.

South Africa shattered a long-standing record with a display of sheer power-hitting in their first innings of the second Test against Bangladesh, launching an impressive 17 sixes as they declared on a commanding 575/6.

New Zealand are eyeing an ambitious clean sweep in their Test series against India, with the team’s adaptability to Mumbai’s challenging pitch expected to play a crucial role.

Australia has reinforced its commitment to head coach Andrew McDonald by extending his contract until the end of 2027, ensuring the former all-rounder remains at the helm of the national men’s cricket team for another full cycle.

New Zealand has suffered a setback as they aim for a series sweep over India in the final Test in Mumbai, with star batter Kane Williamson ruled out of the match. The Black Caps have chosen a cautious approach, opting not to risk their key player as he continues recovering from a lingering groin injury sustained against Sri Lanka last month.

In a sudden and unexpected shakeup, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that Jason Gillespie, Pakistan’s Test cricket coach, will assume the role of head coach for the men’s ODI and T20I teams.

Australia have unveiled a 13-player squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series at home against Pakistan. This squad sees the return of fast bowlers Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, and Spencer Johnson, each making a comeback from injury.