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India Sports & Cricket 13 Nov 2026, 08:01 AM IST

Saqib’s Seven-Wicket Debut Stuns Sri Lanka Before Rain Halts Pakistan Test

Debutant Saqib produced a remarkable 7 for 130 to headline Pakistan’s fightback as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 446 in the first Test, despite resuming from a commanding 404 for 4. The innings was transformed by a sustained collapse that exposed the value of disciplined seam and spin after Sri Lanka had appeared set for a much larger total. Rain then interrupted the contest, leaving Pakistan with a significant challenge still ahead.

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India Sports & Cricket10 Oct 2026, 07:55 PM IST

Dhananjaya de Silva Steps Down as Sri Lanka’s Test Captain; Kusal Mendis Set to Take Over

Sri Lanka have moved to a new phase in their red-ball leadership, with Dhananjaya de Silva stepping down as Test captain and Kusal Mendis expected to succeed him. The change hands the Test side to a player already entrusted with the ODI and T20I captaincy, signalling a push for continuity across formats as Sri Lanka seek greater stability in international cricket.

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India Sports & Cricket10 Oct 2026, 06:33 PM IST

Dhananjaya de Silva Steps Down as Sri Lanka Test Captain, Kusal Mendis Named Successor

Sri Lanka have moved to reset their red-ball leadership, with Dhananjaya de Silva stepping down as Test captain and Kusal Mendis set to take over. The change hands the longest format to a player already trusted with the one-day and T20 sides, underlining the selectors’ preference for continuity across formats.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (08:03 AM IST)

India’s Greco-Roman Gold Drought Extends as Nitesh Siwach Claims Silver at Asian Games 2026

India’s long search for a Greco-Roman Asian Games champion continued on Wednesday after Nitesh Siwach settled for silver, underscoring both the country’s progress in the discipline and the gap that remains at the very top. The result came amid a strong multi-sport day for India, with the men’s hockey team edging Pakistan 4-3 to reach the final and the cricket side crushing Sri Lanka by 124 runs to advance as well.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (12:39 AM IST)

Kishan’s Unbeaten 80 Lifts India Into Asian Games Final, Pakistan Loom Next

Ishan Kishan anchored India’s innings with an unbeaten 80 on a difficult turning pitch as India recovered to post 169 for seven after Sri Lanka chose to field. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s brisk 38 off 21 balls provided crucial momentum, helping India secure a place in the Asian Games final where Pakistan now await.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (03:55 PM IST)

India’s Greco-Roman Gold Wait Extends as Nitesh Siwach Claims Silver at Asian Games 2026

India’s long search for a Greco-Roman Asian Games champion continued on Wednesday as Nitesh Siwach settled for silver, falling just short in a hard-fought final that underlined both the progress and the persistent ceiling in the discipline. The result came amid a strong day for Indian sport, with the men’s hockey team edging Pakistan 4-3 to reach the final and the cricket side crushing Sri Lanka by 124 runs to book its own title clash.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (01:04 AM IST)

Bahutule Says India Will Keep Assessing Jadeja and Axar as Spin Plans Evolve

India’s spin strategy remains under active review, with bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule indicating that the team will continue assessing Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as conditions and match demands change. Bahutule praised Jadeja’s recent progress as a bowler, saying the all-rounder has sharpened his craft over the past six months and delivered a strong showing in the Tests in Sri Lanka.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (02:58 AM IST)

Bahutule Says India Will Keep Assessing Jadeja and Axar as Spin Plans Evolve

India’s spin management remains under active review, with bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule saying the team will continue assessing Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel as conditions and match demands change. Bahutule praised Jadeja’s recent progress as a bowler, particularly his performances in Sri Lanka, while stressing that both all-rounders remain central to India’s tactical flexibility.

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India Sports & Cricket11h ago

India's Women Cricketers Win Big, But Politics Still Casts a Long Shadow

India's women cricketers have delivered a remarkable run of success, winning the Asia Cup and defending their Asian Games gold, yet their achievements have been framed by the same political and media dynamics that have long shaped the men's game. From trophy controversy in Dubai to the lingering influence of India-Pakistan tensions, the team's victories have been celebrated in a climate where sport and statecraft remain tightly entwined.

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