The marquee series against India starting late October has set the cash registers ringing at New Zealand Cricket headquarters as the parent body confirmed sale of more than 50,000 tickets since going on sale just over two weeks ago.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir discusses the crucial role of the team's inexperienced bowling attack in the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, highlighting the challenges and potential for credit if they succeed. He also touched upon player development, specifically Abhishek Sharma's improvement against off-spin.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has expressed concerns about player fatigue and the 'taxing' schedule ahead of the ODI leg of their series against India, highlighting the need for recovery and rotation amidst preparations for the 2027 World Cup.
Captain Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 99 and Devdutt Padikkal's half-century gave India A the upperhand on Day 1 of the second unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Saturday.
India A will play three four-day matches against New Zealand A in Christchurch starting October 24, serving as a crucial build-up for the senior Indian team's two-Test series against New Zealand later in the tour. These matches are part of New Zealand Cricket's domestic red-ball schedule.
Indian cricket stars Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh took to social media on Sunday to extend their warm Diwali greetings to fans. Pant shared a video message, Iyer posted a picture in traditional attire, and Arshdeep shared a photo with his girlfriend, all wishing happiness and prosperity for the festival of lights. The article also briefly touches upon Iyer's current cricketing engagements.
Kane Williamson revealed that a heartfelt conversation with Virat Kohli a day before retiring helped him find clarity, reassess his motivation and walk away after 16 years.
New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy registered the best bowling figures by a Kiwi pacer against India, taking 4/23 in the fourth T20I. His performance, including crucial early wickets, helped New Zealand secure an 87-run victory and their first win in the five-match series.
India's multi-format cricket tour of New Zealand has seen unprecedented early ticket sales, with 26,000 tickets sold in the first 48 hours of the pre-sale. The 12-match series, starting in October, is proving to be a major draw, particularly for white-ball matches, prompting New Zealand Cricket to urge fans to secure their seats quickly.
India suffered an 87-run defeat against New Zealand in the fourth T20 International, with skipper Shreyas Iyer admitting the bowling unit performed below par. New Zealand posted a massive 259 for 7, powered by Glenn Phillips' century and Michael Bracewell's quickfire fifty. Iyer stressed the need for the team to go back to the drawing board before the final match, acknowledging the challenging dimensions of Eden Park.
Legendary India spinner R Ashwin believes pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar could be dropped for the remaining T20I matches against New Zealand due to his poor performance in the series so far.
India's ODI captain Shubman Gill has clarified the decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah from the New Zealand ODIs, prioritising the upcoming Test series, and explained India's strategy of preferring taller bowlers for their pace attack.
Indian pacer Anshul Kamboj discusses his journey of improvement after a challenging ODI debut. He bounced back with a strong performance against New Zealand, taking two wickets for 22 runs. Kamboj emphasizes focusing on process over results and ignoring social media criticism, highlighting his commitment to refining his bowling skills.
Indian men's hockey team chief coach Craig Fulton has indicated significant squad changes for the upcoming Pro League as the team enters a transition phase targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Fulton plans to select a new squad for the February Pro League and will assess players after the New Zealand tour to form a core group for future assignments. He also highlighted the need for improvement against higher-ranked European teams despite recent Asian Games success.
Virat Kohli's strategic anchor role at No. 3 in ODIs gives him a distinct advantage in accumulating centuries over aggressive Rohit Sharma.
Virat Kohli's arrival in Auckland for the ODI series against New Zealand caused a fan frenzy.
Modern batters are scoring faster and hitting more boundaries, but are they losing control? India's struggles in Wellington have revived the debate over T20 cricket's influence on ODI batting.
The Indian golf trio of Anshul Mishra, Arkesh Bhatia, and Ribhav Verma failed to make the 36-hole cut at the Asia-Pacific Amateur golf tournament in New Zealand. Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand maintained his lead despite windy conditions, positioning himself well for the weekend.
New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell lauded India opener Abhishek Sharma's "world-class hitting" after his century helped India secure an unassailable 3-0 lead in the T20I series. Mitchell acknowledged the series loss but expressed hope for a fightback in the remaining two matches, while also reflecting on New Zealand's errors.
Centurion Glenn Phillips (107 off 49 balls) and Michael Bracewell (65 off 25 balls) forged a blistering 115-run partnership off just 41 balls, propelling New Zealand to a massive 259 for seven, their highest-ever T20 International total against India, in the fourth T20I in Auckland.
India's bowling attack, featuring several inexperienced players, is a major concern ahead of the five-match ODI series against New Zealand, with key pacers rested for upcoming Test matches and the World Test Championship.
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi unleashed a stunning assault on New Zealand, powering India to a six-wicket win in Wellington on Tuesday with a 133-run opening stand and sealing the five-match T20I series 3-0. Captain Shreyas Iyer was effusive in his praise for the marauding duo.
Mike Hesson, Pakistan's white-ball head coach, will continue in his interim role as the national team's red-ball head coach until the completion of the current ICC World Test Championship cycle, a decision that has divided the cricket fraternity.
New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has become the third player from his country to claim 150 T20 International wickets. He achieved this feat during the fourth T20I against India, where he also surpassed Ish Sodhi for the most T20I wickets against India. Santner's performance contributed to New Zealand's 87-run victory in Auckland.
New Zealand's pace bowlers Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry have been ruled out of the remaining two T20 Internationals against India due to calf and quad injuries, respectively, dealing a significant blow to the Black Caps' squad.
New Zealander Zack Swanwick has taken a two-stroke lead in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship after a second consecutive four-under 67 in Saturday's third round. Swanwick is now seven under par, ahead of defending champion Fifa Laopakdee and fellow Kiwi Cooper Moore. Indian golfers Anshul Mishra, Arkesh Bhatia, and Ribhav Verma missed the cut. Swanwick, a University of Florida junior, expressed confidence heading into the final round, aiming to become the first New Zealander to win the event.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has stated that his primary role is to make the 'right decisions' for the team, even if they are not the 'popular ones', emphasising the importance of player security and backing consistent performers.
Hardik Pandya will miss the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy due to ongoing fitness issues, including a shin injury and back spasms. His brother Krunal Pandya will captain the Baroda squad. This absence raises concerns for India's T20 World Cup preparations.
Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh has become the first Indian bowler to take 150 wickets in T20 Internationals, achieving the milestone during the 4th T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park.
New Zealand opener Tim Seifert discussed his team's performance in the T20I series against India, acknowledging that learning from past mistakes led to their win in the final match. However, he lamented that these crucial lessons came too late to secure the series victory, which India had already wrapped up. Seifert also praised the bowlers' efforts in the final game.
Despite an unassailable 3-1 lead, the Indian team management is contemplating tactical changes for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand in Hamilton, potentially bringing in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and addressing concerns over Sanju Samson's form and bowling inconsistencies.
Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has unveiled his current ODI World XI, notably omitting Suryakumar Yadav and Harry Brook, while naming Rohit Sharma as captain. His selection features a mix of players from India, England, South Africa, New Zealand, and the West Indies, ahead of the India-New Zealand ODI series.
Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane advocated that veteran pacer Mohammed Shami had done enough to merit a return to Test cricket.
Devdutt Padikkal stroked an unbeaten half-century to rescue India A on Day 2 of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln, on Sunday.
Cricketer Abhishek Sharma celebrated Diwali with his family in Amritsar, where he was seen dancing to Daler Mehndi's 'Bolo Ta Ra Ra'. A video shared by his sister Komal Sharma showed the family enjoying the festive occasion, suggesting it's a Diwali tradition.
Mitchell Starc has returned to the top of the ICC Test bowling rankings after his stellar performance against South Africa. India's Shreyas Iyer also made significant gains, moving to seventh among T20I batters following India's series win over New Zealand. The latest ICC rankings update reflects shifts across Test, ODI, and T20I formats, with several players making notable progress.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back in the nets, intensifying their preparations for the upcoming five-match ODI series against New Zealand, with an eye on the 2027 World Cup.
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the Indian T20I squad has been challenging, with expensive spells in the first two matches against New Zealand putting his place in the playing XI under scrutiny amidst strong competition from other fast bowlers.
'He batted with the freedom of a small boy on a Friday evening who is free in the mind.'
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I at Hagley Oval, marking their 200th victory in men's T20 Internationals. Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy's unbeaten 69-run partnership secured the win, giving India a 2-0 series lead.
