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Who is Adithya Ashok? Indian-origin spinner who went on to represent New Zealand

Who is Adithya Ashok? Indian-origin spinner who went on to represent New Zealand

New Zealand leg-spinner Adithya Ashok is one youngster to watch out for as the Indian-origin cricketer is set to play the first ODI against India on Sunday, January 11, in Vadodara.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 11

Strong Leadership Is Only Possible With Healthy Body, Says Mandaviya At 56th Fit India Sundays On Cycle

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue: Fit India’s flagship fitness initiative, Sundays on Cycle (SoC), made a lively return in the national capital on Sunday.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 11

Watch: Prasidh Krishna’s Stunning Delivery to Dismiss Mitchell Hay in 1st ODI

The decision of India to field first at the BCA Stadium at Vadodara was paid off with a moment of high class from Prasidh Krishna, who bowled a spectacular ball to trigger Mitchell Hay towards the middle of New Zealand's innings.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 11

Delhi Capitals Women vs Gujarat Giants Women, WPL 2026: Who will win today’s match?

Jemimah Rodrigues’ first outing as captain began on a tough note, with Delhi Capitals Women going down by 50 runs against Mumbai Indians Women in their opener.

Virat Kohli News / CricTracker / January 11

IND vs NZ 2026: Kohli entertains Vadodara with Naagin Dance after Glenn Phillips wicket

The fans at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara for the first ODI between India and New Zealand were in for a treat on Sunday, January 11, as star cricketer Virat Kohli kept them entertained throughout.

Harshit Rana News / CricketGully / January 11

Harshit Rana Strikes! Clever Slower Delivery Removes Nicholls After 117-Run Opening Stand

On Sunday Harshit Rana brought about India's first success in the very first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara. The 23-year-old got rid of Henry Nicholls and thus broke the 117-run partnership the two batsmen had built and Devon Conway.

Arshdeep Singh News / CricketGully / January 11

“Favouritism?” Fans React After Arshdeep Singh is Dropped for 1st ODI vs NZ

The controversy over the Indian team management escalated on Sunday when Arshdeep Singh did not find his name in the playing XI for the first ODI match against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara.

Irfan Pathan News / CricketGully / January 11

Irfan Pathan Slams Gambhir’s Decision to Exclude Nitish Reddy in Opening ODI

Nitish Kumar Reddy is an every-so-often bowler all-rounder. The 22-year-old has bowled only 100.1 overs in 20 innings, which is a number that might be viable if you talk about white-ball cricket, but since Nitish predominantly plays in Test matches, it appears like an extremely minor case.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 11

Explained: What Is the Melbourne Mace in the Big Bash League?

Some of the most dramatic times ever in the Big Bash League's colorful past, the Melbourne Derby between two Melbourne teams has just added a new face: the Melbourne Mace.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 11

Watch: “Like a 4-year-old…” – David Warner complains to umpire about Pakistan pacer’s bowling in BBL|15

Left-handed opening batter David Warner found himself at the centre of controversy during a Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 match after openly questioning the bowling action of Pakistan pacer Zaman Khan.

Rahul Dravid News / Cricketnmore / January 11

Legacy Still Unbreakable; True Icon Of The Game: Wishes Pour In From Fraternity As Dravid Turns 53

T20 World Cup: Rahul Dravid, former head coach of Team India and one of cricket's most esteemed figures, celebrated his 53rd birthday on Sunday and tributes flooded in from the cricket community, including former players, franchises, and the BCCI, all offering their congratulations to the legendary cricketer.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 11

Mitchell Marsh Enters BBL’s 100 Six Club With Huge Hit vs Strikers

Mitchell Marsh, indeed, achieved an accolade of Big Bash League when he was playing during the 32nd match of 2025-2026 between Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers at the Adelaide Oval.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 11

Yoursquo;re In The Game If Yoursquo;re Thinking Ahead Of Batter: Arshdeep On Bowlersrsquo; Approach

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Arshdeep Singh believes that bringing a change to his bowling depends on the conditions on offer and how the opposition batters approach and said that thinking ahead of the batters is the most crucial thing to be in the game.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 11

Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants WPL 2026 Match 4: When and where to watch live?

Gujarat Giants and Delhi Capitals opened their Women’s Premier League journeys from contrasting starting points, with their first outings producing sharply different results.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 11

WPL: lsquo;Finding It Easier To Score Quicker,rsquo; Says Litchfield After Lighting 78 In UPWrsquo;s Opening Game

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: UP Warriorz delivered a strong batting performance, highlighted by Phoebe Litchfield's spectacular innings. She scored 78 runs off 40 balls, hitting eight fours and five sixes, maintaining her team's chances during the chase.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 11

Dhruv Jurel replaces Rishabh Pant in India vs New Zealand ODI series

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has now provided a substitute for the injured Rishabh Pant. Just some hours prior to the commencement of the one-day international series between India and New Zealand, the board disclosed that Dhruv Jurel was included in the India team.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 11

Not South Africa! Graeme Smith reveals his pick to win the T20 World Cup 2026

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to be a landmark tenth edition of the tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. A total of 20 nations will compete in 55 high-octane matches, following the successful format of the 2024 edition with a group stage, Super 8s, and knockouts.

Shubman Gill News / CricTracker / January 11

Shubman Gill prays to god before toss ahead of 1st IND vs NZ ODI

India captain Shubman Gill was seen praying to god before walking out for the toss ahead of the ongoing first ODI against New Zealand at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara on Sunday, January 11.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 11

IND vs NZ: Here’s why Rishabh Pant is not playing the first ODI

The much-awaited ODI series between India and New Zealand kicked off at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara today. After winning the toss, India skipper Shubman Gill chose to bowl first.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 11

WPL: 'MI's Fortunes Rest Heavily On Nat Sciver-Brunt,' Opines Mithali

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former India captain Mithali Raj shared her thoughts on the Mumbai Indians' (MI) two experienced players, Harmanpreet Kaur and Nat Sciver-Brunt, stepping up with the bat to help secure the win against the Delhi Capitals (DC) after their defeat to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the thrilling WPL opener.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 11

'Irsquo;ve Been Lucky Enough To Find My Way', Says Nicola Carey On WPL Opportunity

Nicola Carey: Mumbai Indians all-rounder Nicola Carey has quickly made a strong impression in her maiden Women’s Premier League season, stepping into the playing XI following Hayley Matthews’ injury and delivering composed, match-winning performances with both bat and ball.

Arshdeep Singh News / CricTracker / January 11
IND vs NZ 2026: Why is Arshdeep Singh not playing in India vs New Zealand 1st ODI?

IND vs NZ 2026: Why is Arshdeep Singh not playing in India vs New Zealand 1st ODI?

The first-ever One-Day International of 2026 took off at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara, as India (IND) are hosting New Zealand (NZ) for the first match of the three-match series on Sunday, January 11.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 11

Shubman Gill explains how Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli help in captaincy

Ahead of the three-match ODI contest against New Zealand, Shubman Gill said the guidance of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli helps him navigate the pressures that come with leading India.

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