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'What is the reason behind dropping him?' - Former Indian pacer slams selectors after Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup snub

Shubman Gill's exclusion was one of the highlights from India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. The Punjab batter was named captain of India's T20 team ahead of the Asia Cup in September last year.

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“No one will watch T20 World Cup 2026”: R Ashwin raises concerns, delivers strong message to ICC

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has issued a stern warning to the International Cricket Council, suggesting that the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup could see a lack of viewership.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 2

Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants, Match 12, SA20 2025-26, Who will win today PC vs DSG match?

PC vs DSG, Match 12, Cricket Tips: The next game in the fourth edition of the SA20 will be played between Pretoria Capitals and Durban Super Giants. Two teams who are in excellent batting form The Capitals thrashed MI Cape Town in the last game by 85 runs and scored 220 runs.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 2

Why Is Rishabh Pant Missing From India’s T20 World Cup 2026 Squad?

The star of the India cricket team, Rishabh Pant, has reportedly been left out of the white-ball formats due to his ‘high-risk’ batting style. The left-handed batsman, who was part of India’s squad for the T20 World Cup 2024, hasn’t made the cut for the 2026 edition.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 2

Ashes 2025–26: Will England Stick With the Old Bazball Strategy for the New Year’s Test?

Todd Murphy has stepped up as the leading candidate to spearhead Australia's spin attack at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the fifth Test of the Ashes 2025-26, set to kick off on Sunday, January 4.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 2

Zak Crawley determined to maintain pressure on Australia’s bowlers in final Ashes Test

England batter Zak Crawley has confirmed that his team will keep pushing against the Australian bowlers in the fifth and final Test of the 2025-26 Ashes series.

Mohammed Siraj News / Cricfit / January 2

Tilak Varma And Mohammed Siraj Likely To Play Vijay Hazare Trophy Before IND vs NZ ODIs

India pacer Mohammed Siraj and batter Tilak Varma have been drafted into Hyderabad’s squad ahead of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. As per a SportStar report, both players are expected to feature in Hyderabad’s next Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Chandigarh, scheduled to be played in Rajkot on Saturday, January 3.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 2

Super Smash 2025-26: Central Districts vs Canterbury 9th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between CD vs CANT T20 match?

On 28 January 2026, the 9th match of the Super Smash 2025-26 edition is set to take place at Saxton Oval, Nelson, between Central Districts and Canterbury.

Usman Khawaja News / Crictoday / January 2

Former Australian cricketer questions Usman Khawaja’s claims of racial bias

Ex-Australia pacer Jason Gillespie questioned Usman Khawaja’s allegations of racial bias during his farewell press briefing. Usman Khawaja has declared that the SCG clash with England from January 4 will be his last outing in international cricket.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 2

Sikandar Raza To Lead 15-man Zimbabwe Squad In Menrsquo;s T20 World Cup 2026

Sinhalese Sports Club Ground: Zimbabwe Cricket on Friday announced a 15-man squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Mitchell Starc News / Cricfit / January 2

Mitchell Starc Eyes Historic Left-Arm Bowling Record Ahead of Sydney Test

Australia’s premier fast bowler Mitchell Starc is poised to etch his name deeper into cricketing history as he approaches the fifth and final Test of the Ashes at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 2

Zimbabwe unveil 15-man squad for 2026 T20 World Cup

Zimbabwe sealed a spot in the upcoming T20 World Cup on the back of a spotless campaign in the Africa Qualifier. On Friday, January 2, they named a 15-member squad for the marquee event, which is set to be played in India and Sri Lanka.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 2

Sri Lanka Cricket Plans Day-Night Tests At SSC: Report

SLC Treasurer Sujeewa Godaliyadda: India could be playing a Pink Ball Day/Night Test when they visit Sri Lanka for a long-form series next time. Sri Lanka

Ben Stokes News / CricTracker / January 2

'Me and Brendon McCullum are the right people to carry England forward' - Ben Stokes supports under-fire head coach despite Ashes debacle

England's hopes of reclaiming the Ashes for the first time in over a decade went up in smoke as they lost the first three Tests against Australia without putting up much of a fight.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 2

Bangladeshi Player Row Puts Shah Rukh Khanrsquo;s KKR At Centre Of Political And Religious Flashpoint (Lead)

Rajya Sabha MP Fauzia Khan: A major controversy has erupted following criticism by renowned Kathavachak Devkinandan Thakur against Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan after his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), signed Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 2

India to visit Bangladesh for a white-ball series scheduled for September 2026

India will travel to Bangladesh for three ODIs and three T20Is in September 2026, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirming the assignment. Bangladesh will host the Men in Blue, who will arrive in the country on August 28.

Washington Sundar News / Cricfit / January 2

Washington Sundar Walks Away As Fans Come For Autograph And Selfie

At first glance, Washington Sundar comes across as the ideal gentleman of Indian cricket — soft-spoken, respectful, and composed in public appearances.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 2

India Set For Six-Match White-Ball Tour Of Bangladesh In September 2026

Team India is scheduled to tour Bangladesh later this year for a comprehensive white-ball series spanning August and September. According to ESPNcricinfo, the Men in Blue will feature in three ODIs and three T20Is.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 2

IPL 2025 Top Scorer Out For Weeks After Rib Fracture In Vijay Hazare Trophy

Team India prospect Sai Sudharsan will be sidelined for several weeks after sustaining a rib fracture while representing Tamil Nadu in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 2

Namibia Women's Cricket Team To Tour Assam Next Week For White-ball Games

ACA Cricket Academy Ground: The Namibia's senior women's cricket team will play a four-match friendly series against Assam starting on January 8. The tour is part of a reciprocal arrangement between the Assam Cricket Association and Cricket Namibia.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 2

SA20 2025-26: Match 12, PC vs DSG Match Prediction – Who will win today’s SA20 match between Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants?

Pretoria Capitals (PC) will take on the Durban Super Giants (DSG) in the 12th match of the SA20 2025-26 on Saturday, January 3, at the SuperSport Park in Centurion.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 2

BBL 2025-26: Match 21, THU vs HUR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes?

The Sydney Thunder (THU) will be hosting the Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) as the Match No. 21 of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 will be played on Saturday, January 3 at the Sydney Showground Stadium.

Mohammed Siraj News / NAI Sports / January 2

Will Siraj, Pant make the cut for NZ ODIs?

Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Siraj are likely to be the big talking point on Saturday when the selectors pick a 15-member Indian ODI squad for a three-match series against New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara.