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Who finished with most runs for India in ODIs in 2025?

India enjoyed a remarkable 2025 season in ODI cricket. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the team lifted the Champions Trophy after defeating New Zealand in the final and wrapped up the year with an impressive 2-1 home series victory over South Africa. Earlier in the year, they had also registered a series win against England. The only setback came in October, when they suffered a series of defeat to Australia. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/who-finished-with-most-runs-for-india-in-odis-in-2025-2025-12-06-1020595

First time in 19 years! Pakistan create history as they beat Sri Lanka in final to win T20I tri-series

Pakistan won the T20I tri-series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, with a comfortable win in the final today in Rawalpindi. They chased down the modest target of 115 runs without much fuss and won by six wickets, beating Sri Lanka in the summit clash. They were always the best team in the tournament, even as the Salman Ali Agha-led side created history by registering the most T20I wins for Pakistan in a single calendar year. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/first-time-in-19-years-pakistan-create-history-as-they-beat-sri-lanka-in-final-to-win-t20i-tri-series-2025-11-29-1019581

Cole Palmer injury update: Will the England forward play in Chelsea vs Arsenal showdown in Premier League?

Cole Palmer is set to be back for Chelsea's clash against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, November 30. He is making a comeback from a toe injury sustained in an accident at home. However, Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca confirmed today that Palmer is in contention to start the top of the table clash against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/football/cole-palmer-injury-update-will-the-england-forward-play-in-chelsea-vs-arsenal-showdown-in-premier-league-2025-11-28-1019473

India coach provides update on Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer's fitness ahead of ODI series

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has confirmed that Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, both part of the leadership group as captain and vice-captain in ODIs respectively, have been recovering well. Both players have already been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against South Africa but there are eyes on their fitness given the amount of cricket India are playing in the near future. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/india-coach-provides-update-on-shubman-gill-and-shreyas-iyer-s-fitness-ahead-of-odi-series-2025-11-28-1019469

Who is the only Indian player from the World Cup-winning squad to go unsold in WPL auction 2026?

As many as Rs 40.8 crore were spent at a star-studded mega auction of the Women's Premier League (WPL) today in New Delhi. A total of 67 players were sold as all five franchises managed to build a strong, competitive squad to compete in the next edition of the tournament. However, only one Indian player from the squad that won the ODI World Cup earlier this month, beating South Africa in the final, went unsold in the mega auction. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/who-is-the-only-indian-player-from-the-world-cup-winning-squad-to-go-unsold-in-wpl-auction-2026-2025-11-27-1019338

Shikha Pandey, last played for India in Feb 2023, becomes third-most expensive player at WPL 2026 auction

Veteran India pacer Shikha Pandey became the third costliest player at the WPL 2026 auction after UP Warriorz splurged INR 2.4 crore for her on Thursday, November 27. Pandey, who is the most successful Indian bowler in WPL history, rightfully commanded her place and price at the auction with three teams going after her and eventually the Warriorz, who came into the auction with the biggest purse, got her at six times of her base price. The 36-year-old will also reunite with her former Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning at the Warriorz. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/shikha-pandey-last-played-for-india-in-feb-2023-becomes-third-most-expensive-player-at-wpl-2026-auction-2025-11-27-1019334

Sanju Samson, Rohan Kunnumal break all-time Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy record within 12 hours, Know details

Urvil Patel and Aarya Desai of Gujarat stitched the highest-ever opening stand in the history of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy earlier today in the morning against Services, adding 174 runs together. Urvil also smashed a 31-ball century in the process, to help his team chase down 183 runs. However, within 12 hours, their record was broken by Kerala's opening pair of Sanju Samson and Rohan Kunnummal, who added 177 runs together against Odisha. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sanju-samson-rohan-kunnumal-break-all-time-syed-mushtaq-ali-trophy-record-within-12-hours-know-details-2025-11-26-1019193

Mohun Bagan announce Sergio Lobera as new head coach, know why ISL champs removed Jose Molina mid-season

Mohun Bagan Super Giant announced a major change in their technical leadership midway through the season, confirming the departure of head coach Jose Molina and the appointment of Sergio Lobera Rodriguez for the remainder of the campaign. Lobera signed his contract on Wednesday and is expected to join the squad on November 30, when he will oversee his first training session. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/football/mohun-bagan-announce-sergio-lobera-as-new-head-coach-know-why-isl-champs-removed-jose-molina-mid-season-2025-11-26-1019189

Pathum Nissanka creates history for Sri Lanka in T20Is, smacks 98* to beat Zimbabwe

Pathum Nissanka delivered one of the standout innings of the tri-series as Sri Lanka swept past Zimbabwe in Rawalpindi to stay alive in the race for a spot in the final. His unbeaten 98 from 58 balls was the defining performance of the night, one that not only secured a dominant nine-wicket win but also carried historic significance for Sri Lankan cricket. By the end of the chase, Nissanka had overtaken Kusal Perera to become the nation’s highest run-scorer in T20Is, a milestone achieved on a stage where Sri Lanka desperately needed a response. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/pathum-nissanka-creates-history-for-sri-lanka-in-t20is-smacks-98-to-beat-zimbabwe-2025-11-25-1019045

Gabba Test could finish in 2 days as well, Sheffield Shield game indicates another early finish in Ashes

Concerns are growing over the pitch conditions for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, with several domestic players and former cricketers warning that the day-night match could be heavily dictated by the pink ball and may even mirror the two-day finish seen in Perth. The recent Sheffield Shield fixture at the Gabba, also played under lights, has intensified those worries after lasting only three days and featuring multiple sudden collapses. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/gabba-test-could-finish-in-2-days-as-well-sheffield-shield-game-indicates-another-early-finish-in-ashes-2025-11-25-1019043

First time in 30 years! Team India's massive streak in danger in Guwahati Test against South Africa

South Africa are currently dominating the ongoing Test match against India in Guwahati. The hosts are a long way behind in the game, and only a miracle would help them level the two-match series. Moreover, it has been an abject display from the Indian batters in this series, and the batsmen will have a huge task in the fourth innings to make amends on a crumbling surface at the Barsapara Stadium. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/first-time-in-30-years-team-india-s-massive-streak-in-danger-in-guwahati-test-against-south-africa-2025-11-24-1018903

Kuldeep Yadav calls Barsapara Stadium's pitch 'pura road' as Indian bowlers toil hard against South Africa

Indian star spinner Kuldeep Yadav called the pitch of the Barsapara Stadium a 'road' after the bowlers toiled hard on Day 2 against South Africa. The Proteas bossed the second day of the contest in Guwahati after putting up 489 on the board with Senuran Muthusamy scoring a hundred and Marco Jansen making 93. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/kuldeep-yadav-calls-barsapara-stadiums-pitch-pura-road-as-indian-bowlers-toil-hard-against-south-africa-2025-11-23-1018775

Will Travis Head take on permanent opening role in Test cricket? Steve Smith opens up

Travis Head produced a knock for the ages as the Australian star smashed 123 from 83 balls in the fourth innings of the first Ashes Test against England in Perth. Head, who opened in place of the injured Usman Khawaja, led the charge for the hosts in their 205-run chase, which was achieved in a record 28.2 overs. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/will-travis-head-take-on-permanent-opening-role-in-test-cricket-steve-smith-opens-up-2025-11-22-1018677

Mohammed Shami, Akash Deep named in Bengal's SMAT squad; Nitish Rana to lead Delhi

Out-of-favour India fast bowler Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep have been named in Bengal's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which gets underway from November 26. Shami is currently running out of the Indian team in all formats despite being a regular face in the domestic circuit. Meanwhile, Delhi have also named their squad for the premier domestic T20 competition as Nitish Rana has been named captain.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/mohammed-shami-akash-deep-named-in-bengals-smat-squad-nitish-rana-to-lead-delhi-2025-11-22-1018674

Crawley becomes Mitchell Starc's 24th first-over victim in a Test innings, do you know who was the first one?

Not having skipper Pat Cummins and the another Test regular in Josh Hazlewood, losing the toss and having two debutants, the odds were slightly stacked against Australia in the Ashes opener in Perth against England, before the tall left-armer in his 101st Test match decided to turn up and had the entire Western Australia and the world on his feet. Starc ended up achieving his career-best figures of 7/58 and it all started in the first over with the left-armer making Zak Crawley play the entire first over and the English opener eventually ended up edging it to Usman Khawaja at first slip. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/zak-crawley-becomes-mitchell-starc-s-24th-first-over-victim-in-a-test-innings-do-you-know-who-was-the-first-one-2025-11-21-1018554

‘My general knowledge isn’t great but it’s not as bad as ball tampering’ - Panesar hits back at Smith

Former England spinner Monty Panesar and Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith have exchanged sharp words in the lead-up to the first Ashes Test in Perth, adding early fire to a series that rarely lacks drama. What began as Panesar’s advice to England and their supporters, to keep reminding Smith of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, quickly escalated when Smith chose to respond with a pointed jab of his own. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/my-general-knowledge-isn-t-great-but-it-s-not-as-bad-as-ball-tampering-panesar-hits-back-at-smith-2025-11-20-1018385

IND A vs BAN A Asia Cup Rising Stars live: When and where to watch semifinal in India?

India A are set to lock horns against Bangladesh A in the first semifinal of the Asia Cup Rising Stars at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha on Friday, November 21.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ind-a-vs-ban-a-asia-cup-rising-stars-live-when-and-where-to-watch-semifinal-in-india-2025-11-20-1018384

Pratika Rawal reflects on injury that ruled her out of World Cup final vs South Africa

Pratika Rawal’s rise in international cricket has been swift, decisive and shaped by a sense of control that has defined her journey since her teenage years. The 25-year-old opener, who once chose cricket over a promising future in basketball, has quickly become one of India’s most dependable top-order batters. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/pratika-rawal-reflects-on-injury-that-ruled-her-out-of-world-cup-final-vs-south-africa-2025-11-19-1018230

Abdul Aziz’s hat-trick stunned India B in Bengaluru; hosts suffer embarrassing defeat to Afghanistan A

Afghanistan Under-19 delivered one of the most commanding all-round performances of the One-Day Tri-Series in Bengaluru, stunning India B Under-19 by 71 runs in a match defined by a relentless bowling assault and a standout six-wicket burst from pacer Abdul Aziz, including a dramatic hat-trick. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/abdul-aziz-s-hat-trick-stunned-india-b-in-bengaluru-hosts-suffer-embarrassing-defeat-to-afghanistan-a-2025-11-19-1018225

183rd-rank Bangladesh beat India for first time in 22 years in Asian Cup Qualifiers

India’s difficult campaign in the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers continued with a 1-0 defeat to Bangladesh in their penultimate Group C fixture on Tuesday, adding another disappointing chapter to a campaign that had already lost competitive relevance. With both teams eliminated from contention before kick-off, the match in Dhaka carried only pride at stake, yet India were unable to halt their winless run. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/football/183rd-rank-bangladesh-beat-india-for-first-time-in-22-years-in-asian-cup-qualifiers-2025-11-18-1018050

'Will continue to work with BCCI on this': Graeme Smith on having more Indian players in SA20

The all-Indian ownership at SA20 has been a key driver in attracting Indian interest and viewership towards the competition from the first edition itself. It went to another level with Dinesh Karthik becoming the first Indian player in history to play in the SA20 earlier this year, for the Paarl Royals and league commissioner Graeme Smith was hopeful of more Indian participation in the coming years while not compromising on the quality of cricket on display. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/will-continue-to-work-with-bcci-on-this-graeme-smith-on-having-more-indian-players-in-sa20-2025-11-17-1017882

Why did Sanju Samson agree to join Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2026, leaving RR captaincy?

In one of the biggest trade deals in IPL history, Rajasthan Royals parted ways with their skipper Sanju Samson, sending him to Chennai Super Kings in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. Initially, both teams discussed a simple one-for-one swap between Samson and Jadeja since both carried the same INR 18 crore retention value. But Rajasthan held firm during negotiations and succeeded in adding Sam Curran, whom CSK had bought for INR 2.4 crore in the mega-auction, thereby turning the transaction into a high-profile three-player trade. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/why-did-sanju-samson-agree-to-join-chennai-super-kings-for-ipl-2026-leaving-rr-captaincy-2025-11-14-1017507

Babar Azam ends century drought after 84 innings, creates all-time ODI record for Pakistan

Babar Azam notched up his 20th century today in the second ODI against Sri Lanka. With this ton, he also ended his century drought in international cricket after a stunning 84 innings. His last ton for Pakistan came back in 2023 Asia Cup against Nepal when he had scored 151 runs. His form in ODIs had also come under the scanner as he was averaging under 14 in last six innings. But Babar managed to bury all his past ghosts with a brilliant ton and also helped Pakistan chase down 289 runs, sealing the three-match series with a game to go. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/babar-azam-ends-century-drought-after-84-innings-creates-all-time-odi-record-for-pakistan-2025-11-14-1017513

Will Kuldeep Yadav play first Test against South Africa? Analysis of India's predicted playing XI

On the eve of the first Test against South Africa at the iconic Eden Gardens, India captain Shubman Gill stated that the playing XI will be decided on the morning of the match. He noted that the combination is more or less decided, and a call on whether to play an extra spinner or pacer will be made on the D-Day. The biggest question around that is whether star spinner Kuldeep Yadav will feature in the playing XI, or if he will once again have to warm the bench. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/will-kuldeep-yadav-play-first-test-against-south-africa-analysis-of-india-s-predicted-playing-xi-2025-11-13-1017353

8 Sri Lanka cricketers to leave Pakistan following Islamabad blast, second ODI to be called off

Eight members of the Sri Lankan cricket team touring Pakistan for a three-match ODI series are set to return home on Thursday after raising safety concerns following a deadly bomb blast in Islamabad, which killed 12 people and injured several others, according to sources from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/8-sri-lanka-cricketers-to-leave-pakistan-following-islamabad-blast-second-odi-to-be-called-off-2025-11-12-1017199

Sri Lanka players refuse to stay in Pakistan for ODI series after Islamabad blast, express security concern

Several members of the Sri Lankan cricket team currently touring Pakistan have reportedly raised safety concerns following a deadly bomb blast in Islamabad. The explosion, which killed at least 12 people, occurred just a few kilometres away from Rawalpindi, where the ongoing three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is taking place. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sri-lanka-players-refuse-to-stay-in-pakistan-for-odi-series-after-islamabad-blast-express-security-concern-2025-11-12-1017191

Rajasthan Royals hit roadblock, overseas quota stalls Samson-Jadeja trade deal

The trade deal talks between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings involving Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, and Sam Curran have been heating up for the past few days. With almost 48 hours having passed since the expression of interest was initiated by the two boards, many fans have been questioning why the deal has not been executed yet.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/rajasthan-royals-hit-roadblock-overseas-quota-stalls-samson-jadeja-trade-deal-2025-11-12-1017043

Venkatesh Prasad promises to restore cricket at Chinnaswamy after stampede incident

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has pledged to bring top-tier cricket back to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium if he is elected president in the upcoming Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) elections, scheduled for November 30. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/venkatesh-prasad-promises-to-restore-cricket-at-chinnaswamy-after-stampede-incident-2025-11-11-1017026

Marcus Trescothick backs 'Bazball' to thrive in Australian conditions ahead of Ashes

England assistant coach and batting legend Marcus Trescothick believes that Australia’s pace-friendly conditions could suit the team’s attacking approach under captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum. Speaking to reporters in Perth, Trescothick said that the “Bazball” philosophy, which is built on fearless, aggressive batting, is well aligned with the type of pitches England expect to encounter during the upcoming Ashes series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/marcus-trescothick-backs-bazball-to-thrive-in-australian-conditions-ahead-of-ashes-2025-11-11-1017023

Naseem Shah set to stay with Pakistan squad despite attack on family residence

Pakistan’s ace pacer Naseem Shah will be staying with the Men in Green’s squad for the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan despite an attack on his family residence in Lower Dir. It is worth noting that unknown assailants fired at the gate of his family's house. No one at the residence was reported to be injured.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/naseem-shah-set-to-stay-with-pakistan-squad-despite-attack-on-family-residence-2025-11-11-1016834

Delhi car blast: Security beefed up around Arun Jaitley Stadium after incident near Red Fort

Following the horrific car blast incident near the Red Fort in Delhi, security in and around the Arun Jaitley Stadium has been beefed up for the final day of the Ranji Trophy Group D match between Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/delhi-car-blast-security-beefed-up-around-arun-jaitley-stadium-after-incident-near-red-fort-2025-11-10-1016821

Suryakumar Yadav takes jibe at Mohsin Naqvi with sensible response to Asia Cup trophy row

India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav took a dig at the Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi with a sensible response to the Asia Cup trophy issue, which has bow seemed to have headed towards a resolution.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/suryakumar-yadav-takes-jibe-at-mohsin-naqvi-with-sensible-response-to-asia-cup-trophy-row-2025-11-08-1016530

ICC informally interferes in Asia Cup trophy issue, check latest development here

The International Cricket Council now seems to have interfered in the Asia Cup trophy issue amidst the deadlock between the BCCI and the PCB, and the ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi. As per the latest development, the ICC has offered help to resolve the issue, Cricbuzz reported. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/icc-informally-interferes-in-asia-cup-trophy-issue-check-latest-development-here-2025-11-07-1016387

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement, know when five legendary football players hung up their boots

Cristiano Ronaldo has dropped hints about his possible retirement from professional football, leaving fans and pundits speculating about when one of the sport’s greatest ever might finally call time on an extraordinary career. At 40, Ronaldo is still performing at an elite level with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, but in a recent interview with Piers Morgan, he suggested he is carefully weighing his future in the game. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/football/cristiano-ronaldo-hints-at-retirement-know-when-five-legendary-football-players-hung-up-their-boots-2025-11-06-1016210

Birmingham Phoenix appoint former cricketer as new head coach, after Daniel Vettori switched sides

Birmingham Phoenix have confirmed the appointment of former New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond as their new men’s head coach on a two-year contract. Bond replaces his compatriot Daniel Vettori, who is set to join the newly rebranded Sunrisers Leeds as Andrew Flintoff’s successor. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/birmingham-phoenix-appoint-former-cricketer-as-new-head-coach-after-daniel-vettori-switched-sides-2025-11-05-1016043

Shafali Verma creates history, becomes first player to achieve massive World Cup record in final

India's star opener Shafali Verma has etched her name into the history books with her strong all-round contributions against South Africa in the Women's World Cup 2025 final on Sunday, November 2. Shafali scored a strong fifty and then chipped in with crucial wickets in the second innings.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/shafali-verma-creates-history-becomes-first-player-to-achieve-massive-world-cup-record-in-final-2025-11-02-1015545

Kane Williamson retires from T20Is; to continue playing ODIs and Tests 'for now'

The writing was on the wall and Kane Williamson has pulled the plug from his international T20 career for New Zealand. Former Kiwi skipper, Williamson, who last played a T20I, was back in the last year's T20 World Cup, is currently on a casual contract with the Black Caps and will take a decision on his Test and ODI career in due course. The 35-year-old, who made his debut for New Zealand in the format in 2011, went on to represent his country in 93 T20Is, while captaining in 75 of them.   source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/kane-williamson-retires-from-t20is-to-continue-playing-odis-and-tests-for-now-2025-11-02-1015437

Sam Ayub tops unwanted record list with duck against South Africa in third T20I

Pakistan opener Saim Ayub endured another disappointing outing at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, registering a six-ball duck while chasing 140 runs. The dismissal marked Ayub’s seventh duck in international cricket this year, which is the most by any player in a single calendar year. The previous record belonged to Zimbabwe pacer Richard Ngarava, who had six ducks in 2024. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sam-ayub-tops-unwanted-record-list-with-duck-against-south-africa-in-third-t20i-2025-11-01-1015428

Pro Kabaddi League 2025: List of award winners and prize money

Dabang Delhi defeated Puneri Paltan to be crowned the champions of the 12th edition of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) today in New Delhi. They won the clash 31-28 to clinch their second title in history. n doing so, Dabang Delhi became the first home team since U Mumba in Season 2 to lift the trophy. Meanwhile, Fazel Atrachali also became the most successful foreigner in the history of the PKL. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/pro-kabaddi-league-2025-list-of-award-winners-and-prize-money-2025-10-31-1015312