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WPL 2026 a launchpad for World Cup dream, says Smriti Mandhana

WPL 2026 a launchpad for World Cup dream, says Smriti Mandhana

Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Smriti Mandhana has underlined the growing significance of the Women’s Premier League, stating that standout performance in the upcoming season could fast-track young players into contention for India’s T20 World Cup squad later this year.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 9

3 players who can replace Tilak Varma in India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad if he misses out

India face a potential crisis in its middle-order lineup for the T20 World Cup 2026 after Tilak Varma‘s recent surgery raised doubts about his participation.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 9

Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women, WPL 2026: Who will today’s match?

WPL 2026 kicks off with the defending champions Mumbai Indians Women returning to action. The tournament opens with them taking on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 9

'We can't be having an ICC tournament every year' - T20 World Cup winner suggests ICC to schedule events better

Former cricketer Robin Uthappa believes that the importance of marquee ICC events like the ODI and T20 World Cups has started to fade away recently. Uthappa,

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 9

Pakistan Super League adds two teams for 2026 edition; check out the record prices and new owners

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially embarked on its most ambitious chapter yet, evolving from a six-team competition into a robust eight-franchise league for the 2026 season.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 9

SA20 2025-26: Match 19, PR vs PC Match Prediction – Who will win today’s SA20 match between Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals?

Paarl Royals (PR) are set to face Pretoria Capitals (PC) in Match 19 of the SA20 2025-26 at Boland Park in Paarl, on Saturday, January 10. The Royals are currently in the third position on the points table, having won three and lost one out of the five matches they've played so far.

Shubman Gill News / Crictoday / January 9

Shubman Gill’s new request to BCCI gets an insane call tag

India have been struggling in Test cricket since Gautam Gambhir replaced Rahul Dravid as head coach in 2024. The change in captaincy didn’t work as the team suffered a 0-2 defeat against South Africa at home.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 9

Mustafizur row: Bangladesh downplays rumours of pacer returning to IPL 2026

Is Mustafizur Rahman returning to the 2026 Indian Premier League? There have been several claims going around that the Bangladesh pacer might join the IPL later to mend ties between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the Board of Cricket Control in India.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 9
Top 3 Most Searched Tournaments of 2025

Top 3 Most Searched Tournaments of 2025

The year 2025 witnessed thrilling cricket action across formats, with historic first-time triumphs, intense rivalries, and memorable moments that kept fans engaged throughout the year.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 9

MI-W vs RCB-W, WPL 2026, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru?

The opening clash of the Women’s Premier League 2026 pits defending champions Mumbai Indians Women against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 9

BCCI issues update on Tilak Varma’s availability for IND vs NZ T20I series

In a significant setback to India’s preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that middle-order batter Tilak Varma has been ruled out of the first three matches of the T20I series against New Zealand.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 9
'At the right time, he loses his form' - Ex-CSK batter advises Ruturaj Gaikwad to score runs in crucial matches

'At the right time, he loses his form' - Ex-CSK batter advises Ruturaj Gaikwad to score runs in crucial matches

Star batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has been in and around the Indian team for a while, but hasn't managed to make his stay permanent, be it any format. Former

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 9
38-year-old Mizoram cricketer dies after collapsing on field during local match

38-year-old Mizoram cricketer dies after collapsing on field during local match

Former Mizoram Ranji Trophy cricketer K Lalremruata tragically passed away after collapsing on the field during a local cricket match on Thursday. The 38-year-old complained of chest pain while returning to the pavilion after batting and could not be revived despite immediate efforts.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 9

SL vs PAK, 2nd T20I, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between Sri Lanka and Pakistan?

The three-match T20I series between Sri Lanka and Pakistan moves to its second fixture at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium , with the visitors holding a 1-0 lead.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 8

Dhoti Kurta Cricket: Cultural Formats from India to Samoa

Dhoti Kurta cricket has become one of the most highly discussed cricket formats in India currently. Bhopal recently organized the Maharishi Maitri Cricket Tournament, where players were seen wearing dhoti kurta while playing cricket.

Virat Kohli News / Crictoday / January 9

RCB, Virat Kohli not returning to Bengaluru for IPL 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will enter the IPL 2026 as defending champions. However, the franchise will not have fond memories of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium after a stampede killed 11 people last year outside the venue.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 8

3 Biggest concerns for Team India in 2026

The Indian cricket team enjoyed a highly successful 2025, winning the ICC Champions Trophy and the Asia Cup, levelling the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2 in England, and continuing their dominance in white-ball cricket.

Rohit Sharma News / CricTracker / January 8

Rohit Sharma’s smiling reaction after ICC chair Jay Shah calls him India captain

Star Indian batter Rohit Sharma’s reaction grabbed eyeballs at a recent event after ICC chairman Jay Shah affectionately referred to him as India's captain,

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 9

Mahboob Khan To Lead Afghanistan's 15-man Squad For U19 World Cup

U19 World Cup: Afghanistan have announced their 15-member squad for the U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 with Mahboob Khan leading the side that boasts a host of talented players.

Vijay Hazare News / Cricfit / January 9

Ruturaj Gaikwad Answers ODI Snub With Record-Equalling Vijay Hazare Trophy Century

Just five days after being left out of India’s ODI squad, Ruturaj Gaikwad delivered a powerful response with the bat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The Maharashtra captain showcased remarkable composure and class, proving once again why he is regarded as one of the most consistent performers in Indian domestic cricket.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 8

PSL expands to eight teams as Sialkot, Hyderabad fetch record bids

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) officially expanded the tournament to eight teams as Hyderabad and Sialkot were confirmed as the league’s newest franchises following an auction in Islamabad that shattered previous valuation records.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 9

Bangladesh Write to ICC Again Over Security Fears Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has once again approached the International Cricket Council (ICC), expressing serious concerns over the safety of its players during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which is scheduled to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Shreyas Iyer News / CricketGully / January 9

IND vs NZ 2026: Indian Vice-Captain Shreyas Iyer Cleared to Join ODI Series Squad

Indian ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has received the green light to join India’s squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand. Iyer, who was included in India’s 15-member squad earlier this month pending fitness clearance, has proven his readiness by participating in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 8

India vs NZ ODI: Pant, Iyer, Siraj and Fourth Player Still to Arrive in Vadodara

The Indian ODI Team, headed by Shubman Gill, has assembled in Vadodara for their first game against New Zealand on January 11, while India’s senior players Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli have arrived with the team and only four players remain to complete the squad.

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