Former India batter Mohammad Kaif called India captain Suryakumar Yadav the "true leader" in the Asia Cup 2025 following India's seven-wicket victory over Pakistan. "Scoring winning runs in a high-pressure game, marshalling the bowlers intelligently, not losing focus despite social media noise," he said, adding, "Suryakumar is a complete captain." The 35-year-old scored 47*(37) in the match.

SKY true leader in Asia Cup, not losing focus despite noise: Kaif

India opener Abhishek Sharma's father, Rajkumar, said he made him face bowlers who bowled at 150 kmph during his Under-16 days. "I trained him like that. All the kids used to say, brother, he might get hurt," he recalled, adding, "This is how his technique was formed. His power hitting is natural." Notably, Abhishek has a T20I strike-rate of 195.40.

Made Abhishek face bowlers bowling 150 kmph: Father on U-16 days

Netherlands' Vivian Kingma has been banned for three months for using cocaine. Kingma admitted the offence and demonstrated the substance was used out-of-competition. In line with ICC Anti-Doping Code, Kingma’s records from ODI against UAE on May 12 and in subsequent matches have been disqualified. Earlier, Kagiso Rabada was banned by South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport for using cocaine.

Netherlands fast bowler Vivian Kingma banned for using cocaine

Sania Mirza doesn't feel that it's necessary for her to contribute towards the development of Indian tennis by entering sports administration. "I don’t know if being in that power position is the only way I can help," she said. She added, "My goal is to help as many young players as possible, especially young girls."

Sania Mirza reveals if she's interested in sports administration

Team India opener Abhishek Sharma's father has disclosed that his son had shown the passion of becoming a professional cricketer earlier in his childhood itself. The left-handed batter's father revealed that Abhishek used to compel his sisters to help him with his practice at night.

Abhishek's father reveals his son's passion for cricket

Pakistan have cancelled their press conference ahead of their match against UAE in Asia Cup 2025. Pakistan were scheduled to address the media on the evening of September 16, but the briefing was called off without any official explanation. Earlier, Pakistan lodged protest against India for not shaking hands after their match on Sunday.

Pakistan cancel press conference ahead of match against UAE

India cricketer Rohit Sharma gifted a bat to rising talent Ayush Mhatre during a practice session. Mhatre, gaining attention in IPL and youth circuits, shared the moment on Instagram, calling it "not just a gift, but an inspiration". The post went viral, earning praise for Rohit's humility and support for young cricketers.

Rohit Sharma gifts bat to Ayush Mhatre during practice session

The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) announced that Colombo has been added as a neutral venue for matches involving Pakistan during the first-ever Women's T20 World Cup. Kathmandu was chosen as the neutral venue; however, following protests in Nepal, Sri Lanka was added as an additional host. The matches will be played in New Delhi and Bengaluru.
 

Colombo to be neutral venue for Pak games in Women's T20 WC for Blind

India ODI skipper Rohit Sharma shared a heartwarming practice session with young talent Ayush Mhatre and Test batter Sarfaraz Khan. Rohit gifted Mhatre a bat, inspiring the youngster, while Sarfaraz was seen chatting and observing the 'Hitman' in the nets. Both players shared their moments on Instagram, reflecting the skipper's influence on the next generation.

Rohit Sharma shares practice session with Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan 

Four matches and a segment are scheduled to take place at the WWE NXT Homecoming 2025. A mid-card title and a women's tag team title will be up for grabs, along with two non-title matches and a special segment. The Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida, will host the PLE, with CW and Netflix streaming the event live.