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Why is ‘Retiring Out’ becoming common in T20 cricket?

Why is ‘Retiring Out’ becoming common in T20 cricket?

Retired outs are getting more common in the shortest format of the game with each passing day. Teams are using the rule to make optimal use of the ammunition in their batting lineup.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / January 17

WPL 2026: Here’s why Shabnim Ismail is not playing today’s UP-W vs MI-W match

In a historic move for Match 10 of WPL 2026, the Mumbai Indians have decided to rest their primary strike bowler, Shabnim Ismail, for the high-stakes rematch against the UP Warriorz on January 17.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17

Pakistan Super League considers ‘Drauction’ model ahead of 11th season

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is considering a significant change to its player recruitment system ahead of its 11th season by introducing a hybrid model termed a ‘drauction,’ which would combine elements of both a draft and an auction.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 17

T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh Denies Visa to Indian-Origin ICC Envoy

The first attempt made by the ICC to get the Bangladesh refusal to play T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India on an agreeable path has begun terribly. An administrator of the ICC, who had Indian origins and was to be a part of the delegation to Dhaka, failed to secure a Bangladeshi visa.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

Tactical genius or Team friction? Mitchell Starc weighs in on Steve Smith-Babar Azam drama in BBL|15

It was the moment that set the BBL alight—and perhaps raised the temperature in the Sydney Sixers‘ dugout. During Friday’s high-octane clash against the Sydney Thunder, Steve Smith made a controversial call to refuse a single to teammate Babar Azam, denying him the strike.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 17

U19 WC: India, Bangladesh Captains Refuse Handshake At Toss

Queens Sports Club: India's captain Ayush Mhatre and Bangladesh's vice-captain Zawad Abrar declined the usual handshake at the toss of a Group A match in the ICC Under-19 World Cup at Queens Sports Club on Saturday, signalling of the ongoing tension between the neighbouring countries.

Rohit Sharma News / Crictoday / January 17

India coach under fire for his demoralising comment on Rohit Sharma

Former cricketer Manoj Tiwary has slammed Team India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate for his comment on Rohit Sharma. Ten Doeschate spoke about Rohit after he failed in the second ODI against New Zealand.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17
BBL 2025-26: Mumbai-born Jerrssis Wadia strikes twice in first two balls against Melbourne Renegades

BBL 2025-26: Mumbai-born Jerrssis Wadia strikes twice in first two balls against Melbourne Renegades

Jerrssis Wadia accounted for two wickets on the first two deliveries of Match 38 of 2025-26 Big Bash League, dismissing Melbourne Renegades' Tim Seifert and Jake Fraser-McGurk.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 17

UPW-W vs MI-W: Meg Lanning Script History With 11th Half-Century in WPL

Meg Lanning continued her fabulous form in the Women's Premier League (WPL) as she scored her 11th half-century, the most by any player in the short-lived history of the league.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17
'My life was taken out of my hands' - Damien Martyn posts heartwarming note after beating Meningitis

'My life was taken out of my hands' - Damien Martyn posts heartwarming note after beating Meningitis

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has opened up on his recovery from meningitis through a social media post. Martyn was in an induced coma for more than a week.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

WPL 2026: Here’s why UP Warriorz players are wearing pink jerseys in today’s match against Mumbai Indians

In today’s high-octane WPL 2026 clash at the DY Patil Stadium, the UP Warriorz have traded their traditional yellow and purple kits for a striking limited-edition pink jersey.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / January 17

WPL 2026: Here’s why UP Warriorz players are wearing pink jerseys in today’s match against Mumbai Indians

In today’s high-octane WPL 2026 clash at the DY Patil Stadium, the UP Warriorz have traded their traditional yellow and purple kits for a striking limited-edition pink jersey.

Kuldeep Yadav News / Crictoday / January 17

Who is Kuldeep Yadav’s Wife? Who Is Vanshika?

The career of Kuldeep Yadav in cricket has never proceeded in a straight line. There were peaks and troughs, an absence of fast-tracked recovery, and gradual recovery on the basis of faith, not hype.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 17

Who Won the Toss Today in Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz, WPL 2026 – Match 10 Pitch & Team Analysis

Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur has won the toss and elected to bowl first against the UP Warriorz in match 10 of the Women’s Premier League 2026.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

SA20 2026, JSK vs PC Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals?

This evening’s clash is a high-stakes “Gauteng Derby” with massive playoff implications. As the second match of today’s double-header, the Joburg Super Kings (JSK) host the Pretoria Capitals (PC) at the “Bullring.” With the tournament nearing the knockout stages, both teams are fighting to solidify their top-four standings.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17

India vs New Zealand Prediction, 3rd ODI – Who will win today’s match between IND vs NZ?

The action has moved into the series-deciding clash, as India (IND) are all in readiness to host New Zealand (NZ) for the third ODI of the ongoing tour on Sunday, January 18, at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 17

Mohammad Mithun Claims Life Threat; BCB Confirms Awareness Amid Protests

The former captain of Bangladesh, Tamim Iqbal, is now embroiled in a dispute over the cricket relations that should be governed by goodwill between Bangladesh and India.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

DC-W vs RCB-W, WPL 2026, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru? 

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 reaches a crescendo as the Delhi Capitals (DC-W) lock horns with the high-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB-W) in Match 11.

Babar Azam News / Cricket Times / January 17

Steve Smith reveals the reason behind not trusting Babar Azam for ‘power surge’ during the BBL|15 game

In a high-tension Big Bash League (BBL) clash at the SCG on Friday, January 16, 2026, a tactical masterclass by Steve Smith led to a historic victory for the Sydney Sixers but sparked a visible rift with his opening partner, Babar Azam.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17

BPL 2025-26: Sahibzada Farhan teases Ruyel Miah with 'you can't see me' gesture, bowler responds with Chahal-like celebration after dismissal

Ruyel Miah had the last laugh against Sahibzada Farhan in Match 26 of the 2025-26 Bangladesh Premier League between Rajshahi Warriors and Sylhet Titans.  Sahibzada started off the fourth over of the innings with a maximum off Ruyel's bowling.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / January 17

DC-W vs RCB-W, WPL 2026, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru? 

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 reaches a crescendo as the Delhi Capitals (DC-W) lock horns with the high-flying Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB-W) in Match 11.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 17

Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru WPL 2026 Match 11: When and where to watch live?

Delhi Capitals Women square off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women in Match 11 of WPL 2026, scheduled for January 17 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.

Ravindra Jadeja News / CricTracker / January 17

IND vs NZ 2026: 'Axar Patel way ahead of Ravindra Jadeja, don't know why he's not in ODI squad' - Former India batter

Mohammad Kaif said he was surprised not to see Axar Patel in India's squad for the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand. The former Indian cricketer opined that Axar is a better all-rounder than Ravindra Jadeja in white-ball cricket.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 17

ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier: Final four spots up for grabs in Nepal

Ten teams will compete for the final four spots on offer at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 during what is sure to be a hard-fought Qualifier in Nepal.

Cricket News / Women Cricket / January 17

WPL 2026 : Flying Grace Harris takes game-changing catch to dismiss Bharti Fulmali in RCB-W vs GG-W

In a game-defining moment during the second innings of Match 9 in WPL 2026, Grace Harris pulled off a spectacular flying catch to dismiss the dangerous Bharti Fulmali.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 17

DSG vs PR, SA20 2026 Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Durban’s Super Giants and Paarl Royals?

In Match 27 of SA20 2026, Durban’s Super Giants (DSG) are set to host the league-leading Paarl Royals (PR) at Kingsmead on Saturday. Aiden Markram’s Super Giants have endured a tough campaign, sitting at the bottom of the table with only two victories from nine matches.

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