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Thunderstorm could hit Adelaide on Day 1 of the pink-ball Test

Thunderstorm warning issued for pink-ball Test as India face 'unique' weather hurdle: 'Expecting to pull covers...'

A thunderstorm could be waiting for both sides when they take the field on the opening day of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide.

India captain Rohit Sharma and Pakistan's former captain Babar Azam during an Asia Cup match in 2023

BCCI refuses PCB's demand for hybrid model in 2026 T20 World Cup, says no security threats in India: Report

The 2025 Champions Trophy has faced a new roadblock, with BCCI reportedly refusing to accept the hybrid conditions laid down by the PCB.

England's Ben Stokes celebrates the wicket of New Zealand's Tom Blundell during play on the first day of the first cricket test between England and New Zealand at Hagley Oval

Ben Stokes taunts ICC after England docked crucial points in lead-up to tight WTC cycle finish: 'Good on you...'

England captain Ben Stokes didn't mince his words as he reacted to the point-penalty imposed on the side for slow over-rate.

Michael Clarke (R) rang the warning bells for Australia ahead of the second Test in Adelaide

'Losing is one thing, but Virat Kohli scoring century scares me': Clarke fears for Australia ahead of Adelaide Test

Michael Clarke rang the warning bell for Australia after Virat Kohli's impressive century in Perth.

Vinod Kambli meets Sachin Tendulkar during an event

Vinod Kambli clutches Sachin Tendulkar's hand, refuses to let go as India great walks on stage in rare public meeting

Sachin Tendulkar met old friend and former India batter Vinod Kambli during a memorial event dedicated to their childhood coach, Ramakant Achrekar.

Rohit Sharma (top) and Shubman Gill bat in the nets

Rohit Sharma sends 'clear indication' he won't open in Adelaide Test, set to make 'compromise' at Shubman Gill's expense

When Rohit Sharma walked out to bat at No. 4 in India's pink-ball practice match against Prime Minister's XI at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, the captain sent a 'clear indication' that he won't open in the 2nd Test against Australia starting Friday at Adelaide, a confident Sanjay Manjrekar said. Rohit's batting position has made as much news as his return as India mull over its batting order. In an ideal scenario, Rohit would have opened for India like always, but considering the success with which Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul batted in the second innings of the Perth Test, the returning captain's batting position has become a bit of a headache for the team management.

Jay Shah during an event in February 2024

Jay Shah begins tenure as ICC chairman; addresses cricket at Olympics 2028, growth of women's game in first statement

Jay Shah began his tenure as ICC chairman on December 1, succeeding Greg Barclay in the role.

Rohit Sharma playfully punches Sarfaraz Khan

Rohit Sharma throws a punch after 'wicketkeeper' Sarfaraz Khan fumbles routine take, tells him where to stand next ball

Rohit Sharma couldn't resist throwing a playful punch at Sarfaraz Khan after the latter fumbled a routine take behind the wickets.

Matt Renshaw stops Mohammed Siraj during the latter's delivery stride

Siraj yells 'garden mein ghoom raha hai kya' after Matt Renshaw stops him in his delivery stride during warm-up tie

Mohammed Siraj referenced Rohit Sharma's famous remark after he was left frustrated with Matt Renshaw pulling up mid-delivery.

CSK players during IPL 2024

'When my name was announced, CSK had only INR 13 crore...': Team India star thanks franchise for 'bidding till 9 crore'

Deepak Chahar was picked by Mumbai Indians in IPL auction, thus ending a 6-year stint with CSK.

Lonwabo Tsotsobe has been arrested on match-fixing charges

South Africa's former world no.1 pacer arrested on match-fixing charges, two other Proteas players also apprehended

Three South African cricketers have been arrested and charged with multiple counts of corruption.

Australia PM Anthony Albanese (L) talks to Virat Kohli ahead of Day 1 of India's pink-ball warm-up match

'PM can't take his eyes off Virat Kohli': Australia's Anthony Albanese chats with India great again, videos go viral

Australian PM Anthony Albanese had an extended chat with Virat Kohli ahead of India's pink-ball warm-up match.

Sachin Tendulkar during a tour of Australia

Australian cricketer-turned-lawyer recalls dismissing Sachin Tendulkar, ending 7/27 vs India: 'He wasn't a big name...'

Former Australian player Greg Rowell, who is now a lawyer, remembers dismissing Sachin Tendulkar during a match representing Prime Minister's XI.

Mohammed Shami bowls a delivery on the second day of a Ranji Trophy cricket match between Madhya Pradesh and Bengal

Mohammed Shami can't catch a break, faces injury scare amid speculations over India comeback in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Team India pacer Mohammed Shami faced another injury scare during his appearance against Madhya Pradesh in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

Australia's Josh Hazlewood prepares to bowl during day three of the first Test cricket match between Australia and India

Josh Hazlewood ruled out of pink-ball Test vs India, doubtful for entire series as Australia suffer major setback

Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the second Test against India in a major blow to the Australian team.

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