The England white-ball captain said that his priority remains playing for England, but acknowledged the IPL's value in helping players improve.
At the Esports World Cup in Paris, chess has emerged as an unlikely test of how far esports can stretch. Mike McCabe explains why the game's centuries-old appeal fits alongside digital titles, what Paris has proved about the EWC's ability to travel, and why its future may depend on creating players with the recognition of IPL stars. His vision points to a broader shift in how esports defines games, audiences and sporting fame.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez kept their August 11 wedding in Cascais remarkably private, reportedly limiting the ceremony to themselves and their five children. The couple had faced intense speculation over the guest list, location and arrangements before secretly marrying and confirming the news afterwards. Their intimate ceremony contrasted sharply with false reports that had drawn hundreds to Madeira.
Mumbai Indians finished ninth in the 10-team IPL 2026 table, with four wins from 14 matches. Under Hardik Pandya, MI have reached the playoffs only once in three seasons. Pandya also had a difficult individual campaign. He scored 206 runs and took four wickets in 10 matches. The 32-year-old has not played competitive cricket since the end of IPL 2026.
India is grappling with a significant player injury crisis, forcing discussions about the effectiveness of the BCCI's Centre of Excellence. Ex-cricketer Mohammad Kaif expressed astonishment at the board's challenges in securing suitable hires. VVS Laxman added that prospective staff appointments encountered last-minute obstacles. Given the BCCI's robust financial resources, this inability to draw in top talent is perplexing, especially with crucial matches on the horizon.
The tour consists of three ODIs and three T20Is. It was originally scheduled for August last year but was postponed after relations between Dhaka and New Delhi deteriorated.
Harbhajan Singh went on to become one of India's most successful spinners. He represented India from 1998 to 2016 and finished his international career with more than 700 wickets across formats. He played 103 Tests and took 417 wickets, including 25 five-wicket hauls and five 10-wicket match hauls. In 236 ODIs, Harbhajan claimed 269 wickets, including three five-wicket hauls. He also played 28 T20Is and took 25 wickets.
Afghanistan entered the third ODI knowing that a win would be enough to seal their place in the 2027 ODI World Cup. They had already beaten Ireland by 92 runs in the second ODI, while the opening match of the five-match series was washed out. This will be Afghanistan's fourth appearance in an ODI World Cup.
Latif believes Babar could come under scrutiny from the English media and has suggested that former Pakistan captain Shan Masood should handle more of the team’s media interactions during the series.
The 36-year-old, one of Uttar Pradesh’s most experienced cricketers, continues to remain a key figure in Indian domestic cricket. He last played for India in 2022, featuring in both ODI and T20I formats. His last international appearance in Tests came in 2018.
Mohammed Shami shared his initial nervousness upon joining the Indian cricket team. He recalled Yuvraj Singh asking him to speak to the team during a meeting. Shami also identified Shikhar Dhawan as the team's funniest player. Dhawan often lifted the mood even after India suffered a defeat. These anecdotes highlight the camaraderie within the Indian dressing room.