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PBKS Team comparison: IPL 2025 vs IPL 2026 Squad breakdown

PBKS Team comparison: IPL 2025 vs IPL 2026 Squad breakdown

Punjab Kings (PBKS) entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction with the second-lowest purse, behind only Mumbai Indians, holding just INR 11.50 crore. Last season’s runner-up retained 21 players and released only five, demonstrating their confidence in a settled squad led by captain Shreyas Iyer and guided by Ricky Ponting.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 25

India Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 3rd T20I - Who will win today IND-W vs SL-W match?

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I, Cricket Tips: Jemimah Rodrigues in the first game and Shafali Verma in the second T20I played crucial roles for India Women to help the hosts win two matches.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 25

BCCI Financials Hit ₹7,988–₹11,346 Crores Despite Dream11 and ICC Losses

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has once again demonstrated why it operates in a financial league of its own. Even after parting ways

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 25

IPL Auction 2026: Top Three International Cricketers Who Were Overlooked

The IPL 2026 auction was buzzing with excitement and energy, largely because foreign players bring an element of surprise that can completely transform a team's prospects in just one season.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 25

'He should be brought into the Indian team soon' - Kris Srikkanth's massive Sachin Tendulkar comparison for teenage sensation after VHT ton

Former India opener Kris Srikkanth urged the BCCI selectors to fast-track Vaibhav Suryavanshi into the Indian team. The 14-year-old has been putting on some impressive performances ever since his debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Rajasthan Royals earlier this year.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 25

Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch report: Australia vs England 4th Test

The Australian cricket team gears up for the 4th clash of the 5-match Ashes series against England, starting November December 26. The Boxing Day Test match will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).  Australia beat England in the first three Tests and own a 3-0 lead.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 25

Australia vs England, 4th Test- Who will win today AUS vs ENG match?

AUS vs ENG, 4th Test, Cricket Tips: All the confidence and hopes ahead of the Ashes 2025-26 have been shattered by Australia in just 11 days. Australia, without their best XI, have hammered England in all three games to take a 3-0 unassailable lead.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 25

Every Player Is Well Experienced, And Will Adjust To Conditions, Says MI Cape Town Captain Rashid Khan Ahead Of SA20 Opener

West Indian Sunil Narine: As they get ready for their opening match in the SA20, MI Cape Town captain Rashid Khan is banking on the experienced players in his squad to adapt to the conditions as they hope to continue their overall performance in this edition of the competition.

Abhishek Sharma News / CricketGully / December 25

Is Ishan Kishan India’s Most Explosive Pick with Abhishek Sharma for T20 World Cup 2026?

Ishan Kishan stands out as the only player selected for the T20 World Cup 2026 who hasn’t played a single T20I match during this World Cup cycle for India.

Shubman Gill News / CricTracker / December 25

'He has proven what a class performer he is' - Dilip Vengsarkar names batter who should have replaced Shubman Gill in India's T20 World Cup squad

Former BCCI chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar believes that Yashasvi Jaiswal deserved a place in India's squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup after performing consistently in recent months.

Ravichandran Ashwin News / Crictoday / December 25

Ravichandran Ashwin applauds Bihar batters but questions Plate Group competitiveness

Ravichandran Ashwin called Bihar’s world-record List A total against Arunachal Pradesh “not an ideal contest” but praised the hitters for their stellar performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy Plate Group match.

Virat Kohli News / CricTracker / December 25

'Virat Kohli fully ready for World Cup' - Childhood coach backs former India captain

Virat Kohli showed no signs of rust as he made a stellar comeback to the Vijay Hazare Trophy on the eve of Christmas after a gap of almost 15 years. The former India captain slammed a belligerent century in a run chase, helping Delhi register a comprehensive four-wicket win against Andhra Pradesh.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 25

Vaishnavirsquo;s Selection Was Due To Selectors Rewarding Her Domestic Performance, Says Muzumdar

Inter Zonal T20s: Vaishnavi Sharma’s inclusion in the Indian team for the ongoing T20I series against Sri Lanka was a recognition of her strong domestic performances by the Amita Sharma-led selection committee, head coach Amol Muzumdar said on Thursday.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 25

4 Modern-Day Young Cricketers Who Are Built for All Formats of the Game

The growing popularity of cricket and the rise of T20 leagues have sparked a big question about how well players can handle the demands of all formats of the game.

Jasprit Bumrah News / CricTracker / December 25
'Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah came and apologised' - Temba Bavuma breaks silence on 'Bauna' remark during India tour

'Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah came and apologised' - Temba Bavuma breaks silence on 'Bauna' remark during India tour

Temba Bavuma was referred to as 'Bauna', which is typically used for people of short height, by Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant during the first Test match against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, last month.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 25

BPL 2025-26: Match 1, SLT vs RJW Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between Sylhet Titans vs Rajshahi Warriors?

Sylhet Titans (SLT) face Rajshahi Warriors (RJW) in the opening encounter in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet on Friday, December 26.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 25

Australia vs England 4th Ashes Test: Head-to-head records for Boxing Day match

The fourth Test of the current Ashes series kicks off on Friday, December 26, 2025. The Boxing Day Test will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

Rohit Sharma News / Cricfit / December 25

Rohit Sharma’s Humble Gesture Steals The Spotlight After Vijay Hazare Opener

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma created a touching moment after Mumbai’s Vijay Hazare Trophy opener when he stopped a young fan from touching his feet.

Shreyas Iyer News / Cricfit / December 25

Shreyas Iyer Resumes Batting As Recovery Moves In the Right Direction

India batter Shreyas Iyer has made positive progress in his recovery after being sidelined with an abdominal injury. The middle-order batter recently resumed batting during a net session in Mumbai, marking his first time facing deliveries since suffering the injury earlier in the season.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 25

Deepti Is Fit And Available For Selection For Third T20I Against Sri Lanka, Says Muzumdar

Renuka Singh Thakur: India’s off-spin bowling all-rounder Deepti Sharma is fit and available for selection for the third T20I against Sri Lanka, head coach Amol Muzumdar said on the eve of the match on Thursday.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 25

“This Isn’t Net Practice” – Indian Legend Reacts As Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Hit Tons In VHT 2025–26

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh showered praise on senior stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after both notched up centuries for their respective state teams in Round 1 of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 on Wednesday, December 24.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 25

BPL 2025-26: Match 2, NOE vs CHR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between Noakhali Express vs Chattogram Royals?

Noakhali Express (NOE) will make its debut in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) when they take on Chattogram Royals (CHR) in match No. 2 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet on Friday, December 26.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 25

“I’ve never seen him bowl better”: Ricky Ponting hails Mitchell Starc

Ricky Ponting has heaped praise on Mitchell Starc, calling his efforts in the ongoing Ashes the best he has delivered in his career. On the ICC Review Podcast, Ponting highlighted how Starc’s bowling has been pivotal in helping Australia secure a commanding 3-0 lead in the Ashes series.

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