Prabhsimran Singh scored an unbeaten 125 off 47 balls to guide Jalandhar to a 265-run target with 19 balls remaining. His innings included multiple sixes and overshadowed Abhishek Sharma’s 82 and Naman Dhir’s 117.

The match featured 25 sixes among the three batters. Jalandhar completed the chase inside 40 overs on a batting-friendly surface.

Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta urged selectors to look beyond Ravindra Jadeja for the Test side. Dasgupta highlighted Manav Suthar’s potential as an alternative spin option.

Krunal Pandya posted on social media after missing India's squad for the Afghanistan T20I series. The left-arm spinner has scored 130 runs at an average of 65.00 across five matches this season. His best score is 58 not out.

Pandya said hope remains alive for an India return despite the latest snub. BCCI sources indicate he continues to be monitored for future white-ball assignments. Jasprit Bumrah returns to the squad subject to fitness clearance.

Hardik Pandya was ruled out after picking up a leg niggle during rehabilitation.

The Mumbai Cricket Association created a scholarship fund in Ajinkya Rahane's name to support young cricketers and preserve Mumbai's maidans. The initiative aims to provide financial assistance for grassroots development.

Rahane, who played 12 Tests for India between 2013 and 2023, has been involved in mentoring young players in Mumbai. The fund will support both playing and training facilities across the city's cricket grounds.

The MCA has not disclosed the fund's initial corpus or selection criteria for beneficiaries.

Queen's Park Cricket Club renamed the former Trini Posse Stand at Queen's Park Oval after Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine. The ceremony took place on August 31 as Trinidad and Tobago marked its 64th Independence Day. The three cricketers have made significant contributions to both international and franchise T20 cricket.

The honour places them alongside other Trinidad and Tobago legends associated with the venue. The renaming recognises their impact on the development of T20 cricket and their role in elevating the profile of West Indian players in global franchise leagues.

The stand will now carry the names of three Trinidad and Tobago cricketers who have become major figures in international and franchise T20 cricket.

Glenn Phillips took a one-handed catch to dismiss Sunil Narine in the Caribbean Premier League match between Guyana Amazon Warriors and Trinbago Knight Riders. Narine had hit Phillips for six off the previous delivery before the New Zealand all-rounder completed a remarkable grab at mid-wicket.

Shimron Hetmyer scored a century as Guyana posted 185 before rain affected the match. TKR fell short of the adjusted DLS target of 182, giving Guyana a nine-run victory.

The result leaves both teams in contention in the CPL standings with matches remaining in the tournament. Phillips' catch drew attention for its timing and athleticism during the high-scoring contest.

Star Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma is set to make his TV debut as Sony Pictures Networks India announced the title of its upcoming show, 'Family Full House with Rohit Sharma'. The programme will air on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV from September 19, 2026.

The announcement marks Sharma's entry into entertainment programming beyond cricket commentary. Sony Pictures Networks India has positioned the show as family entertainment featuring the cricketer.

Sharma continues to lead India's limited-overs teams while taking on this additional role. The timing coincides with his established status as one of India's most recognisable sporting figures.

Pakistan has released seven players from its squad in England and appointed Mike Hesson as interim Test coach. Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul have stepped down from their coaching roles.

Five uncapped players have been added to the squad for the third Test at Edgbaston. Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal are among those called up.

Pakistan trails 0-2 in the series and needs to avoid a clean sweep. Hesson will oversee preparations for the final match starting September 4.

Kwena Maphaka said he is confident in his abilities to lead South Africa's bowling attack in Kagiso Rabada's absence. The young pacer has led attacks before with the Lions, South Africa under-19 and the Proteas.

Maphaka's comments come after Rabada was ruled out of the Australia ODIs and faces an uncertain return for the Test series. The 21-year-old has been in the Proteas setup for some time and expressed readiness to step up.

South Africa face a busy home summer that includes series against Australia, Bangladesh and England. Maphaka's experience at multiple levels positions him as a potential leader of the pace attack during Rabada's absence.

AB de Villiers wants Dewald Brevis to stop shifting up and down the order. The South African great called the CSK batter the youngster who's impressed him most in international cricket so far.

Brevis has hit two straight 75s in the ongoing T20I tri-series. He followed his unbeaten 75 off 32 against Zimbabwe by earning praise from the man he grew up watching. De Villiers said he hopes coaches will settle on a spot and leave it there.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 92 against Central Zone mixed aggression with restraint and grounded strokeplay. The 15-year-old hit seven fours and seven sixes, and the innings showed both his natural attacking instincts and an emerging defensive technique suited to first-class cricket.

He became the youngest Duleep Trophy half-centurion at 15 years and 157 days, breaking a 57-year-old record. He fell eight runs short of becoming the youngest Duleep Trophy centurion, a mark held by Sachin Tendulkar. East Zone matched Central Zone's first-innings total of 266.

The innings came on the same day Sooryavanshi served as stand-in captain after Ishan Kishan's finger injury, adding leadership responsibilities to his growing list of achievements at the highest domestic level.

A report in News18 claims that India head coach Gautam Gambhir holds final say on key selection decisions. The article states that Gill's input has been overruled on multiple occasions.

Gill led India to a 1-0 Test series win in Sri Lanka last month. The first Test at Galle was decided by 165 runs.

The report does not name specific instances or players affected by the reported disagreements.

Dhruv Jurel has been included in India's A squad for the shadow tour of Sri Lanka, where the team will play two unofficial Tests. The selection follows his consistent performances in domestic and India A cricket.

Jurel has been part of the selection committee's plans despite limited opportunities in the senior side. His inclusion in the A team provides another opportunity to press his case for Test selection.

The shadow tour serves as preparation for India's upcoming commitments and gives emerging players exposure to overseas conditions.

Stuart Broad tore into Imam-ul-Haq after the Pakistan opener's reaction to a blow during the second Test at Lord's. The former England quick said the batsman was playing it up for the cameras.

Imam had looked in trouble after getting hit in the field. Broad's remarks landed after Pakistan folded on the fourth day, handing England a 194-run win.

Broad played 167 Tests before calling it a day in 2024.

Vidwath Kaverappa took key wickets as North Zone were bowled out for 195 on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy semifinal against South Zone. Rinku Singh scored 50 to give Central Zone a strong position against East Zone in the other semifinal.

Kaverappa struck in the middle order to restrict North Zone after an opening stand. His figures of 4 for 48 helped bowl out the opposition before stumps. Central Zone reached 178 for 4 at close, with Rinku Singh's fifty providing the backbone of the innings.

Both matches continue on Sunday at the BCCI Centre of Excellence grounds in Bengaluru. South Zone will look to build on their first-innings advantage, while Central Zone need quick runs on the second morning.