Australian fielder Cameron Green made history by taking four catches in the second ODI against South Africa, equalling the record for the most catches in an innings for Australia in the ODI format. South Africa's Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs also impressed with fifties, but their team could only post 277 runs before being bundled out by Australia's strong fielding performance.
South African batter Matthew Breetzke made history as he scored his fourth consecutive half-century in his fourth ODI match against Australia on Friday. With this feat, he surpassed former India batter Navjot Singh Sidhu's record of four 50+ scores in first five career ODIs. Breetzke's impressive performance has not only helped his team win the first ODI by 98 runs but also makes him a promising player for South Africa.
After being battered by 300 mm of rainfall in just 24 hours, Mumbai wakes up to clearer skies and a much needed respite from the torrential downpour. The India Meteorological Department has issued a 'yellow alert' for the city, but predicts a reduction in rainfall over the next three days. Transportation services, including suburban trains and buses, are gradually resuming, with only a few delays reported. Thankfully, the Chief Minister has declared the situation to be "under control" and necessary measures are being taken to manage any disasters caused by the heavy rains. Stay updated on the latest news and follow us on Instagram.
In a standout performance, South Africa's Matthew Breetzke has become the first cricketer in history to begin his One-Day International career with four consecutive scores of 50+. His 88-run knock against Australia in the second ODI in Mackay solidified his place in the cricket record books. This incredible achievement has also put Breetzke on par with former India batter Navjot Singh Sidhu, who also had four 50+ scores in the first four ODI innings. However, Breetzke's feat is even more impressive as he accomplished this record in just four matches, while Sidhu's came across five matches.
In the ongoing ODI series between Australia and South Africa, 26-year-old Matthew Breetzke has been in top form, replicating Indian batsman Navjot Singh Sidhu's 38-year-old record. Breetzke has scored fifty-plus scores in each of his first four ODI innings, becoming the first player to do so. Australia will have to watch out for Breetzke's impressive performance as South Africa aims to secure a series win in the second ODI.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that it has extended its copyrights for the next four years, causing a stir among Indian cricket fans and sports enthusiasts alike. With this move, the BCCI controls the rights to all official matches and content related to Indian cricket until 2025. This decision has implications for the future of the sport and its broadcasting, as well as potential revenue gains for the BCCI. Stay updated on the latest developments by following the terms and conditions listed on their website and checking out their privacy policy.
Indian cricket legend Rahul Dravid recently praised Rohit Sharma's captaincy, highlighting his clarity and deep concern for the team's performance. Having been in the role himself, Dravid emphasized that a captain must adapt and lead according to the situation. Dravid also mentioned the importance of supporting the captain as a coach.
Following a tense start, Sam Curran and Jordan Cox's 10-ball hitting spree drives the Oval Invincibles to an unlikely victory over the Trent Rockets in The Hundred. With a strategic timeout and six sixes in just 10 legal balls, the Invincibles sailed to a 121-1 score, needing just 51 runs for the win in the remaining 30 balls. The unbeaten 58 from Cox and 54 from Curran sealed the victory for the home team, who are now sitting comfortably at the top of the league standings with two games left.
Indian cricket coach, Rahul Dravid, exited his tenure with the team after leading them to their greatest accomplishment yet - winning the 2025 T20 World Cup. This also marked the end of the T20I careers of captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, who announced their retirements after the final match against South Africa. In an interview, Dravid opened up about his experience working with Rohit, praising his leadership and clarity in directing the team. Both players have not played for the Indian team since their respective retirements, with Rohit leading the side's only win in the 2025 IPL. Stay updated with the latest cricket news and scores to catch all the action.
In a shocking turn of events, Sam Cook of the Invincibles has made history by conceding 32 runs from just five balls in a match against the Originals in The Hundred. This marks the highest number of runs given up in such a short span in the tournament's history. Despite Ahmed's star performance, the Rockets secured a seven-wicket victory over the Originals. Meanwhile, Salah's hunger for success led to him winning his third PFA award.