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Mohammed Shami’s strong domestic form earns Vijay Hazare Trophy call-up

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has been named in Bengal’s squad for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT), marking another significant step in his strong return to domestic cricket.

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Gillrsquo;s Omission Surprising, Maybe Lack Of Form And Touch Went Against Him, Says Gavaskar

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar described Shubman Gill’s omission from the T20 World Cup squad as surprising, suggesting that a lack of form and touch may have gone against the right-handed opener.

Nathan Lyon News / Crictoday / December 20

Nathan Lyon picks off three key wickets to set Australia on course for Ashes series win

ADELAIDE, Australia (AP) — Nathan Lyon severely dented England’s desperate Ashes survival bid with three quick blows: vice-captain Harry Brook, bowled; captain Ben Stokes, bowled; leading scorer Zak Crawley, stumped.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

ILT20: Match 23, GG vs DCP Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between GG vs DCP?

Gulf Giants (GG) square off against Dubai Capitals (DCP) in match No. 23 of the ongoing International League T20 (ILT20). This clash will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday, December 21.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

BBL 2025: Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades 8th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between HH vs MR T20 match?

Hobart Hurricanes will clash against Melbourne Renegades in the third match of their Men's Big Bash League 2025 campaign. The game is scheduled to take place at the Simonds Stadium in Geelong on Sunday, 21st December.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 20

Indiarsquo;s Vir Gahrotra Wins Historic Gold At Pole And Aerial Sports World C'ship

Aerial Sports World Championship: Indian athlete Vir Gahrotra won a gold medal at the Pole and Aerial Sports World Championship, achieving India’s first-ever podium finish at this international event in Budapest, Hungary.

Rohit Sharma News / CricTracker / December 20

Rohit Sharma named in Mumbai squad for first two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma has been named in Mumbai’s squad for the first two matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT). The Mumbai team will be led by all-rounder Shardul Thakur and also features notable players such as Sarfaraz Khan, Musheer Khan, and Angrish Raghuvanshi.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

India’s best XI for T20 World Cup 2026

Team India named their squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, as they aim to become the first team to win three titles in the tournament.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

Stupid or valid? Did Brook's shot put Australia on the brink?

Harry Brook's dismissal put England on the brink of Ashes defeat but was his reverse sweep stupid or valid?

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

Key Highlights from India’s T20 World Cup Squad Announcement

After a lot of anticipation, the much-awaited squad of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and skipper Suryakumar Yadav were present to announce the team during the press conference held in Mumbai.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 20

Shardul Will Give MI A Different Structure With His Versatility Experience: Jayawardene

Lucknow Super Giants: Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene said seam-bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur’s addition will lend the side a different structure in IPL 2026, citing his versatility and experience as key assets.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

The Ishan Kishan redemption: From Contract snub to 2026 T20 World Cup Squad

Redemption stories are always the greatest stories to narrate; it doesn't matter if it's Tiger Woods or Ishan Kishan. There was a time when Ishan Kishan sat at the roadside, declining a fan in Haldia, Bengal, saying that he no longer plays for India.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

T20 World Cup 2026: Top 3 shocking exclusions from India squad

Team India announced their squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the power-packed 15-man line-up. The event

Shubman Gill News / CricketGully / December 20

Why Shubman Gill Was Dropped from India’s T20 World Cup 2026 Squad

Shubman Gill's sudden removal as India's T20 vice-captain and exclusion from the 15-member T20 World Cup squad starting in February is a big surprise. Just months back, Gill had returned to the T20I squad and was elevated into the leadership group, but a string of low scores with his various injury problems made him out of the plan for India.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 20

Ashes: England Slide To 207/6 At Stumps On Day 4 In Massive Chase Of 435 In Adelaide Test

Adelaide Test: Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon led the bowling effort on Day 4 as Australia moved within touching distance of an unassailable 3-0 lead in the Ashes, reducing England to 207/6 in the chase of 435 here at the Adelaide Oval on Saturday.

Ben Stokes News / BBC Sport / December 20

Crawley not aware of Stokes' 'weak men' comments

Opener Zak Crawley suggests he was not aware of comments made by Ben Stokes when the England captain said his dressing room is "not a place for weak men".

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

Under-19 Asia Cup 2025: India U19 vs Pakistan U19 Final ODI Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between IND U19 vs PAK U19 Final ODI match?

India U19 and Pakistan U19 are set for a thrilling and high-voltage match of the Under-19s Asia Cup 2025 when these two sides clash in the final of the tournament on Sunday.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20