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Sri Lanka Cricket has accepted the ICC's decision to shift the Women's Champions Trophy to India and pledged full support for the tournament. Sri Lanka's women's team retains qualification, with six teams set to compete in Mumbai and Vadodara

Devdutt Padikkal said he was delighted to prove his ability to score big runs in Test cricket after a stellar Sri Lanka series. The India batter scored 328 runs, including two centuries, and credited his first-class experience for his consistency

India captain Shubman Gill called the drawn second Test against Sri Lanka “frustrating” but praised his team’s effort and intent. He also dismissed injury concerns over Mohammad Siraj, lauded Prasidh Krishna and backed India’s chances of reaching the WTC final

India spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has jokingly suggested introducing free-hits in Test cricket to curb no-balls, after Indian spinners overstepped 10 times in the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka, while stressing that work is underway to rectify the issue

Pasindu Sooriyabandara scored 92 as Sri Lanka reached 229/6 after being forced to follow on by India in the second Test. Kamindu Mendis made 55 as Sri Lanka erased the 213-run deficit, but India remained firmly in control

Mohammed Siraj said he relishes the responsibility of leading India’s pace attack and is focused on building pressure on Sri Lanka despite struggling for rhythm after a two-month break. He also explained his approach to fast bowling in challenging conditions.

Niroshan Dickwella and Sonal Dinusha hit unbeaten fifties to rescue Sri Lanka from 99/5 and take them to 215/5 at tea on Day 3 of the Galle Test. Their 125-run stand reduced India’s first-innings lead to 247 runs

Devdutt Padikkal’s brilliant 167 helped India post 460 for nine on a rain-shortened second day of the first Test against Sri Lanka. Despite a late fightback from Lankan spinners, India remained in control with valuable contributions from Dhruv Jurel and Manav Suthar

Former India spinner Murali Kartik says the Sri Lanka Test series will be crucial for India’s WTC hopes and for identifying the next generation of spin leaders. He believes Kuldeep Yadav must receive consistent backing as Ravindra Jadeja approaches the end of his career

Sri Lanka have named a 16-member squad for the first Test against India, with key batters Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka ruled out through injury. Off-spin all-rounder Keshara Nuwantha earned his maiden Test call-up, while Niroshan Dickwella was recalled

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised Devdutt Padikkal for his unbeaten 142 against Sri Lanka Cricket XI, saying the knock was “really good”. Padikkal’s performance strengthens India’s options for the No. 3 spot ahead of the Test series

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India captain Shubman Gill sustained an impact injury to his right ring finger during Thursday's practice session. As a precaution, he will miss the opening day of the warm-up match against the SLC XI, with KL Rahul leading the side

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar says he is content with life outside the Indian team and now plays purely for his love of cricket. He also credited the IPL, Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri and his family for shaping his career and mindset.

Cheteshwar Pujara paid tribute to retired India batter Ajinkya Rahane, calling his unbeaten century in the 2020 Boxing Day Test at Melbourne a "character-defining" innings. He also praised Rahane's calm leadership, selflessness and lasting impact on Indian cricket.

Defending champions India have learned their route to gold at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. The Indian women's cricket team faces hosts Japan in the quarterfinals, while the direct-seeded men's team awaits the preliminary qualifiers' outcome

India captain Shreyas Iyer has urged his young squad to play without the fear of failure ahead of Thursday's T20I series opener against Zimbabwe in Harare, emphasizing quick adaptability and unity following recent overseas challenges

Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi says recent setbacks have not dented his confidence as he prepares for India's T20I series against Zimbabwe. The 15-year-old hopes to build on his memorable U-19 World Cup success at Harare by trusting his process and contributing to the team.

Yuvraj Singh has urged India's team management to clearly communicate its World Cup plans to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, saying senior players deserve clarity. He also backed giving Yashasvi Jaiswal more opportunities and called for patience during India's transition phase.

Chaminda Vaas has backed teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to enjoy a successful India career but urged fans not to place excessive expectations on the 15-year-old. The former Sri Lanka pacer also praised the Telangana T20 League for nurturing emerging talent.