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Ashes 2025-26: Former Indian coach lambasts batters after MCG debacle, warns Test cricket is doomed

Ashes 2025-26: Former Indian coach lambasts batters after MCG debacle, warns Test cricket is doomed

Former India head coach Greg Chappell urged the modern-day batters to show more grit and detemination to play long innings in challenging conditions after the fourth Ashes Test ended in two days at the Melbourne Cricket Ground last week.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 29

Greg Chappell slams batting in Ashes, warns of Test Cricket’s decline

Former Australia great Greg Chappell has delivered a scathing assessment of the Ashes, criticising batters from both sides for falling short in the series and warning that such displays raise concerns about the future of Test cricket.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

Fastest Fifties in Women’s T20s: Laura Harris Creates History

Explosive batting has become women's cricket's calling card in the T20 era, transforming a sport once defined by patience into a spectacle of power, audacity, and breathtaking strokeplay.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

Gus Atkinson Injury Rocks England Ahead of Ashes 2025–26 – What Happens Next?

The whole world is buzzing with excitement as the Ashes series heats up, creating an atmosphere that's nothing short of electric. With fierce rivals clashing

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

Blind Womenrsquo;s T20 WC Winning Team A lsquo;symbol Of Empowermentrsquo;: MP Guv

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel: Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel on Monday praised the Indian Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 winning team, describing it as a "symbol of women’s empowerment".

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 29

Dhruv Jurel enters Rishabh Pant–Ishan Kishan ODI debate with Vijay Hazare Knock

The upcoming ODI series against New Zealand could see a shake-up in India’s wicketkeeping options. Reports indicate Rishabh Pant is unlikely to feature, potentially clearing space for Ishan Kishan, who has also been named in the T20 World Cup squad.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

Legends 90 League Unveil Season Four In Dubai

Former South Africa: Building on the success of its first three seasons, the Legends 90 League (L90) officially unveiled season four at a grand launch ceremony held on Monday at Shangri-La Dubai.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

Sreejith V. Nair Elected New President Of Kerala Cricket Association

Kerala Sports Infrastructure Development Scheme: Sreejith V. Nair has been elected as the new President of the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) during the organisation’s 75th Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) held on Monday.

Rohit Sharma News / Cricfit / December 29

- Rohit Sharma’s Heartwarming Autograph Moment With Young Fan Wins The Internet

During a recent advertisement shoot, Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma was seen sharing a touching moment that quickly won over fans. Amid the busy schedule and flashing cameras, Rohit took time out to interact with a little fan who had come to watch the shoot.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 29

Tim David Injury Rocks Australia’s T20 World Cup Preparations

With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 drawing closer, teams have entered the final stretch of their preparations for the tournament, which begins in India on February 7.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

Ashes: Bethell Credits IPL 2025 Experience For Handling Pressure Of Playing At MCG

Indian Premier League: England’s batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell said his stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) this year helped him cope with the pressure of making his Ashes debut at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where England won by four wickets in a two-day game.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 29

BPL 2025-26: Match 8, DHCP vs RGR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders?

Dhaka Capitals (DHCP) square off against Rangpur Riders (RGR) in match No. 8 of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, December 30.

Hardik Pandya News / Cricfit / December 29

“Nitish Kumar Not Bowling Much” — Former CSK Batter Backs Hardik Pandya For Tests

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Robin Uthappa has called on India all-rounder Hardik Pandya to consider a return to Test cricket. The former cricketer-turned-commentator highlighted that Pandya is capable of bowling around 12–15 overs per innings in the longest format.

Smriti Mandhana News / Crictoday / December 29

“Starts from zero again”: Smriti Mandhana shares thoughts after completing 10,000 International runs

Smriti Mandhana reached a major career landmark by becoming the second Indian and fourth woman overall to cross 10,000 runs in international cricket. She achieved the feat during the fourth T20I against Sri Lanka at the Greenfield International Stadium.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

Top 5 Players in the Running for 2025 ICC Cricketer of the Year Award

As we approach the end of the 2025 cricketing calendar, the buzz around who will take home the coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy is intensifying. This

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 29

When is the fifth Ashes Test?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains when the fifth Ashes Test takes place in Sydney and how to follow on the BBC.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

VHT: Shrijith, Shreyas Gopal Help Karnataka Beat TN By Four Wickets, MP Defeat Kerala

Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Wicketkeeper K.L. Shrijith and leg-spin bowling all-rounder Shreyas Gopal shared a match-winning 116-run partnership for

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

SA20 2025-26: Durban Super Giants vs Joburg Super Kings 6th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between DSG vs JSK T20 match?

Durban Super Kings will clash against Joburg Super Kings in the sixth match of their SA20 League 2025-26 campaign. The game is scheduled to take place at Kingmead in Durban on Tuesday, 30th December.  The Durban Super Giants returned to the fresh season with their determined motive to deliver an improvised performance this season.

Ravichandran Ashwin News / Crictoday / December 29

R Ashwin hails Chennai Super Kings’ new signing after his match-winning spell in BBL

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded Hobart Hurricanes skipper Nathan Ellis, who took three wickets and conceded just 30 runs from his four overs against the Melbourne Renegades, leading his franchise to a four-wicket win in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL).

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

VHT: Jurelrsquo;s Unbeaten Century Helps UP Defeat Baroda, Assam Register Win Over Hyderabad

Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel smashed a blazing unbeaten 160 off 101 balls to power Uttar Pradesh to a commanding 54-run victory over Baroda in their Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group B encounter at the Sanosara Cricket Ground 'A' on Monday.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 29

VHT: Priyansh, Tejasvi Fifties Help Delhi Chase Down 321, Beat Saurashtra By Three Wickets

Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Openers Priyansh Arya and Tejasvi Dahiya hit aggressive half-centuries as Delhi successfully chased down 321 to beat Saurashtra by three wickets in a high-scoring Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group D encounter at the Alur Cricket Ground on Monday.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 29

BPL 2025-26: Match 7, SLT vs CHR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals?

Sylhet Titans (SLT) square off against Chattogram Royals (CHR) in match No. 7 of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, December 30.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 29

IPL 2026: Not Cameron Green, an Indian All-Rounder Could Be KKR’s Biggest Weapon

KKR's focus during the IPL auction in 2026 was all about snagging Australian all-rounder Cameron Green. They did manage to secure him for a whopping 25.20 Cr, but given his history with injuries, he might not end up being their go-to all-rounder or at least, he shouldn't be.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 29

Jemimah Rodrigues reveals Smriti Mandhana’s warning to Harmanpreet Kaur

India women’s skipper Harmanpreet Kaur lit up celebrations after the Women’s ODI World Cup triumph with a spontaneous bhangra while lifting the trophy, a clip that soon dominated social media.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 29
'No indication that he will retire after Sydney Test' - Australia coach McDonald on Usman Khawaja's Test future

'No indication that he will retire after Sydney Test' - Australia coach McDonald on Usman Khawaja's Test future

Australian head coach Andrew McDonald has provided an update on Usman Khawaja's Test future ahead of the fifth encounter of the ongoing Ashes. There have been a lot of speculations surrounding Khawaja's future after Cricket Australia recently provided hints of testing others for the opening slot in Tests.

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