Phoebe Litchfield's explosive half-century laid the foundation before Georgia Wareham led a clinical bowling display with three wickets as six-time champions Australia began their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 65-run victory over South Africa.
Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, ahead of their high-voltage clash against Pakistan in the Women's T20 World Cup, emphasised that cricket remains the only topic of discussion between teammates, adding that her side is fully focused on the game rather than anything beyond it.
Pacer Gurnoor Brar impressed on his international debut before captain Shubman Gill played a regal knock to set up India's seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the rain-hit series opener in Dharamsala on Saturday.
IND vs AFG Highlights: Shubman Gill slammed 84 not out as dominant India eased past Afghanistan by seven wickets in the first ODI at Dharamsala on Saturday.
The India vs Afghanistan ODI series starts today in Dharamsala. The match, which is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST, will be in focus as Rohit Sharma returns to the side after recovering from injury
Rohit Sharma was run out for 16 after a horrible mix-up with captain Shubman Gill. The 39-year-old was struggling a bit after copping a blow to his wrist while batting.
Fresh from a memorable Test debut for India, left-arm spinner Manav Suthar made an immediate impact in county cricket, claiming three wickets on his Warwickshire debut against Yorkshire.
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana had an injury scare during the team's practice session on Saturday afternoon ahead of their Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opening game against arch-rivals India.
Skipper Kathryn Bryce led from the front with a sparkling half-century before spinner Kirstie Gordon ripped through Ireland's middle-order as Scotland registered a historic 40-run victory in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign opener at Old Trafford.
The Indian women's cricket team will open their T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan on Sunday with plenty of momentum, especially with last year's ODI World Cup victory still fresh in everyone's minds.