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After Daryl Mitchell's heroic unbeaten 131 leveled the series in dramatic fashion, India and New Zealand face off in a winner-takes-all third ODI. With the T20 World Cup looming on the horizon, both teams are desperate for momentum heading into February.
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New Zealand secured their first-ever bilateral ODI series win on Indian soil with a 41-run victory in the deciding third ODI at Indore. Virat Kohli's record-breaking 54th ODI century went in vain as the Black Caps claimed a memorable 2-1 series triumph.
Daryl Mitchell delivered a batting masterclass with an unbeaten 131 as New Zealand secured a commanding 7-wicket victory over India in the 2nd ODI at Rajkot. The Kiwi all-rounder's sensational knock has set up a thrilling series decider in Indore.
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What began as a contractual dispute over a fast bowler has erupted into an unprecedented diplomatic standoff between two cricketing nations. Bangladesh's decision to ban IPL 2026 broadcasts marks the first time the country has blocked any international cricket tournament, with ramifications now extending to the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Daryl Mitchell delivered one of the finest innings of his career, smashing an unbeaten 131 to guide New Zealand to a historic 7-wicket victory over India in Rajkot. The Black Caps' highest successful chase on Indian soil has leveled the ODI series and ended a demoralizing eight-match losing streak against the hosts.
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In an exciting turn of events today, the world of Cricket witnessed significant developments that are sure to captivate fans worldwide.
Indian batting legend Virat Kohli has etched his name deeper into cricketing immortality by surpassing Kumar Sangakkara to become the second-highest run scorer in international cricket history. The milestone came during a match-winning knock against New Zealand in Vadodara.
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Daryl Mitchell delivered a clinical unbeaten 131 to power New Zealand to a commanding seven-wicket victory over India in the second ODI at Rajkot. The result levels the series at 1-1 and marks the Blackcaps' first win against India since 2023.
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At 37, Virat Kohli has stormed back to the top of the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings for the first time since July 2021, dethroning teammate Rohit Sharma. The milestone marks Kohli's 11th ascent to the summit, cementing his legacy as one of cricket's greatest batsmen.
Daryl Mitchell produced a masterclass in ODI batting with an unbeaten 131 as New Zealand defeated India by seven wickets in Rajkot. The stunning chase levels the three-match series at 1-1, setting up a thrilling decider in Indore.
Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli rewrote the history books on January 11, 2026, becoming the fastest cricketer to reach 28,000 international runs. The 37-year-old achieved the milestone in just 624 innings, eclipsing Sachin Tendulkar's previous mark of 644 innings during India's thrilling 4-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first ODI at Vadodara.
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Virat Kohli has etched his name further into cricket immortality, surpassing Kumar Sangakkara to become the second-highest run-scorer in international cricket history. The milestone came during a vintage Kohli performance as he guided India to a thrilling victory in Vadodara.
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Australia Women's captain Alyssa Healy has announced she will retire from international cricket following the upcoming series against India, bringing to a close one of the most decorated careers in women's cricket history. The 35-year-old wicketkeeper-batter will play her final match in the Test against India in Perth in March 2026.
The release of Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL has ignited a sporting crisis that threatens to reshape cricket's political landscape. With broadcast bans, World Cup relocation requests, and player exodus now in play, the gentleman's game finds itself caught in a geopolitical storm.
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Australian captain Alyssa Healy, one of the most decorated players in women's cricket history with eight World Cup titles, has announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket. The 35-year-old wicketkeeper-batter will play her final matches during the upcoming home series against India in February-March 2026.
Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into cricket folklore on Saturday, overtaking Kumar Sangakkara's career tally to become the second-highest run-scorer in international cricket history. The milestone came during a match-winning 93-run knock as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the first ODI at Vadodara.
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Wanindu Hasaranga claimed four wickets as Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 14 runs in a dramatic 12-over contest at Dambulla. The victory squared the three-match T20I series 1-1, providing the hosts with a timely confidence boost ahead of co-hosting the T20 World Cup.
The BCCI's directive to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from Kolkata Knight Riders has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board condemning the move as discriminatory. As tensions simmer, the ICC steps in to guarantee Bangladesh's participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026.
Australia secured a comprehensive 4-1 Ashes series triumph with a five-wicket victory over England at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 8, 2026. The hosts overcame a nervous chase on the final day as veteran Usman Khawaja bid an emotional farewell to Test cricket after a decorated 15-year career.
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After more than a year on the sidelines recovering from a serious spleen injury, Shreyas Iyer is set to don the India blue once again. The three-match ODI series against New Zealand begins January 11 at Vadodara's Kotambi Stadium, which will host its first-ever men's international cricket match.
