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Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has officially announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career that spanned over a decade. Known for his calm demeanor, technical excellence, and leadership qualities, Rahane leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered by cricket fans around the world. Rahane represented India across all formats and played several match-winning knocks throughout his international career. He was widely respected for his ability to perform in challenging overseas conditions and for leading India to memorable victories, including the historic Test series triumph in Australia. His composure under pressure and commitment to the team made him one of India's most dependable cricketers. The announcement marks the end of an era for Indian cricket. Tributes have poured in from the cricketing fraternity, with many praising Rahane's professionalism, humility, and contribution to the sport. Mumbai Cricket Associati...

India women’s opener Pratika Rawal has signed with Warwickshire Bears for the remainder of the 2026 season and is set to feature in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup . The 25-year-old batter will join the squad ahead of their upcoming fixtures and is expected to be available for selection from August 19. Rawal, one of India’s fastest-rising batting stars, has been recovering from an injury that ruled her out of the recent Test match against England at Lord’s. Her move to county cricket marks an important step in her development, providing valuable experience in English conditions. Expressing her excitement, Rawal said she is delighted to join Warwickshire and is looking forward to testing herself in England while contributing to the team’s push for a strong finish in the competition. Warwickshire head coach Alistair Maiden praised the signing, calling it a major boost for the squad as they aim for a place in the knockout stages. The signing highlights Rawal’s growing reputation in world cri...

Warwickshire have been dealt a major setback after captain Sam Hain was ruled out of the remainder of the Metro Bank One-Day Cup due to a knee injury sustained during the team's opening match against Northamptonshire . Hain, who was appointed captain of Warwickshire's 50-over side earlier this month, suffered the injury while fielding after scoring an impressive 80 runs in the tournament opener. The Bears lost the match, and subsequent scans confirmed the extent of the injury. In a statement, Warwickshire said Hain will be sidelined until at least mid-August but declined to provide a definitive timeline for his return. The 29-year-old batter has built a reputation as one of the most consistent performers in List A cricket, boasting a remarkable career average of 58.18 . Hain earned two One-Day International caps for England in late 2023 but has featured sparingly in domestic 50-over cricket in recent years due to commitments in The Hundred . Despite going unsold in M...

Senior India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been declared fit and is set to be considered for India's squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with selectors scheduled to announce the team on Monday. Jadeja has been sidelined since May after suffering a tennis elbow injury during IPL 2026. The experienced all-rounder last represented India in the ODI series against New Zealand in January and is expected to bolster India's spin department for the crucial World Test Championship (WTC) fixtures. However, concerns remain over the fitness of Washington Sundar and Harshit Rana . Rana is still recovering from the hamstring injury he sustained during the T20I series in England. The fast bowler had only recently returned from a lengthy layoff caused by a knee injury that forced him to miss IPL 2026 and the ICC T20 World Cup. His last Test appearance came against Australia in Adelaide in December 2024. Washington Sundar also faces a race against time after missin...

Sydney Sixers have appointed former England and Australia coach Matthew Mott as their new men's head coach on a two-year contract ahead of the upcoming Big Bash League season. Mott replaces James Hopes and takes charge after serving as an assistant coach with the Sixers' men's setup over the last two seasons. The 52-year-old brings a wealth of experience to the role, having guided England to the 2022 T20 World Cup title and led Australia's women's team to multiple ICC trophies during one of the most successful eras in women's cricket. His appointment is expected to strengthen the Sixers' pursuit of another BBL championship. Mott expressed his excitement about leading a club with a strong winning culture and rich history, while the Sixers management highlighted his proven track record and leadership qualities as key factors behind the appointment. 

Indian batting all-rounder Ashutosh Sharma has signed for Hampshire for the 2026 One-Day Cup, with the tournament set to begin on July 21. The 27-year-old, who represents Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), will strengthen Hampshire’s squad as the county aims to improve on last season’s runner-up finish in the competition. Ashutosh has earned a reputation as a powerful finisher in domestic and franchise cricket. He holds the record for the fastest T20 half-century by an Indian batter, reaching the milestone in just 11 balls. Welcoming the signing, Hampshire Director of Cricket Giles White expressed confidence that the Indian all-rounder would make a valuable contribution. “We’re really pleased to sign Ashutosh for the One-Day Cup. He is a player of great potential and has done well for Delhi Capitals in the IPL recently, so he knows what it’s like to perform at a high standard. We look forward to welcoming him into the group and seeing what he can do in a Hampshire shirt...