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India vs Australia 2nd ODI: The Men In Blues secured the 3-match ODI series after a comfortable victory by 99 runs(DLS)

Shubman Gill & Shreyas Iyer scored centuries as India put up a huge total that Australia couldn't chase and lost the match and the series.

Sep 24, 2023, 5:34 PM4 min read

India vs Australia 2nd ODI: The Men In Blues secured the 3-match ODI series after a comfortable victory by 99 runs(DLS)

India defeated Australia by 99 runs in the rain-interrupted second ODI to take a comfortable 2-0 lead in the three-match series on Sunday. Batting first, India put up a huge 399 runs on the scoreboard with centuries from Shubman Gill and Shreyas Gill after being forced to bat first. KL Rahul made 52 off 38 balls while Ishan Kishan contributed an 18-ball 31, while Suryakumar Yadav needed just 37 balls to score 72 runs after reaching his half-century in just 24 deliveries. A target of 317 in 33 overs was set after the day's second rain interruption. Australia couldn't reach the total as they were all out for 217 in 28.2 overs. The Men in Blues secured the India vs Australia 3-match ODI series and they will go into the third match with more confidence than ever.

Read Also: India became the first Asian team to reach the ICC no 1 rank in all-format at the same time

India vs Australia 2nd ODI: Match Report

India put up a huge total of 399 runs

The Men in Blues scored their highest-ever ODI total against Australia after scoring 399 runs at Holkar Stadium in Indore. They have overtaken their previous best of 383 runs at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore. Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill had a wonderful time with the bat, as they both added 200 for the second wicket. This partnership handed the much-needed foundation for Team India. Shreyas Iyer scored his third ODI century and scored 105 runs in 90 balls. Shubman Gill also kept his consistency and went on to score his sixth ODI century and his fifth in 2023. Gill scored 104 runs on 97 balls. Shubman is having a career-defining year and it will also help India during the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup 2023.

India vs Australia: Shubman Gill scored his fifth century of the year | Sportz Point
Shubman Gill scored his fifth century of the year
Image - BCCI

After a huge stand between Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, Indian skipper KL Rahul, and the dangerous Suryakumar Yadav kept the assault going. Rahul scored a half-century before he lost his wicket. Surykumar had a memorable day as he smashed four consecutive sixes of Cameron Green's over. Surya smashed 72 runs in just 37 balls with six fours and six sixes. Cameron Green conceded 103 runs in his 10 overs, a day to forget for sure. Ishan Kishan also played a brilliant cameo of 31 in just 19 deliveries to help India reach a big score like this.

India vs Australia: Iyer finally ended his run drought and scored a brilliant century | Sportz Point
Iyer finally ended his run drought and scored a brilliant century
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Australia's batting order shattered again

For Australia, no end to the losing streak. Their fifth defeat in a row was anything but ideal with the World Cup less than two weeks away. They do though still have players to come back in but it was indeed a poor performance in the second ODI at Indore. The first ODI was always a disaster for them but no one expected the Aussies to go on and put up no competition especially just before the World Cup. Prasidh Krishna probably ended the game when he picked up the wicket of Smith who returned to the dugout for a golden duck.

India vs Australia: Krishna sent Smith for a golden duck | Sportz Point
Krishna sent Smith for a golden duck
Image - BCCI

David Warner scored a half-century but he too couldn't extend his inning to a big score. Except for him, no other batters stood up and it cost the match and the series. Sean Abbott played a good inning but it was too late to chase the total that huge. The Target was cut into 317 runs to chase in just 33 overs. It was surely harsh but it is safe to say that the Aussies failed big time. Jadeja and Ashwin both picked up three wickets each which was enough to separate the teams while defending the total. Australia lost the match by 99 runs (DLS) and also the series but they would like to end the series on a positive note ahead of the World Cup.

India vs Australia: Marnus Labuschagne had no clue against R Ashwin's reverse carrom ball | Sportz Point
Marnus Labuschagne had no clue against R Ashwin's reverse carrom ball
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ENG vs IND 4th Test Preview | Head-to-head stats, Possible XI, streaming details

In the third Test, England registered a thrilling win by 22 runs. Here is everything you need to know before the ENG vs IND fourth test match at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Jul 22, 2025, 12:03 PM3 min read

ENG vs IND 4th Test Preview | Head-to-head stats, Possible XI, match prediction, streaming details

The fourth match of the five-Test series between India vs England will be played at Old Trafford, Manchester from July 23. England is currently leading the series by 2-1, so it is very important for India to win this match. If India loses here, England will win the series.

In the third Test, both teams scored equal scores in the first innings, but England registered a thrilling win by 22 runs. However, England were deducted two WTC points due to slow over rate.

So far, India has played 9 Tests in Manchester, out of which four have been lost and five have been drawn. India has not won a single Test here till date. The first Test between India and England was played here in 1936. Team India will play a Test match on this ground for the first time after 2014. On the other hand, England has won 14 out of 20 Tests on this ground since 2000. They have lost two matches while 4 were draws.

Here is everything you need to know before the ENG vs IND fourth test match at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Also Read: ENG vs IND, 4th test: Three Indian players ruled out, what could be possible Indian lineup?

Match Details

  • Match: England vs India
  • Tournament: India tour of England, 4th Test
  • Date: 23 July 2025
  • Time: 3:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester

Streaming Details

The ENG vs IND 4th Test will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website.

The viewers can watch the England vs India 4th Test live telecast on the Sony Sports Network.

ENG vs IND: Head-to-head stats

England and India have locked horns 137 times in the history of Test cricket so far. Out of these 137 matches, England defeated India 53 times while India come out victorious on 36 occasions with 50 games ending in a draw.

Matches played

139

England won

53

India won

36

Drawn

50

Pitch Report

The surface of the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester can turn out to be beneficial for the batters during the first hour but tends to slow down as the match progresses.

The team winning the toss is likely to go for batting first at this ground. Out of 86 Test matches played at Old Trafford Cricket Ground, the team batting first won 32 times while the chasing side came out victorious on 17 occasions.

Weather Report

According to the Met Office, Manchester weather will be much colder than London’s, with rain predicted during the five-day encounter from July 23 to 27. The temperatures are expected to range between 14 degrees Celsius and the mercury will rise to 23 degrees Celsius.

ENG vs IND Predicted XI

England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (wk), Ben Stokes (c), Chris Woakes, Liam Dawson, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer.

India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Anshul Kamboj, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

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ENG vs IND, 4th test: Three Indian players ruled out, what could be possible Indian lineup?

Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, along with Nitish Kumar Reddy have been ruled out of the ENG vs IND, 4th test in Manchester. Here is the possible lineup of the Indian cricket team in the fourth test.

Jul 21, 2025, 6:21 AM4 min read

ENG vs IND, 4th test: Three Indian players ruled out, what could be possible Indian lineup? | sportzpoint.com

Indian cricket team management suffered major setbacks ahead of the ENG vs IND, 4th test in Manchester, starting from Wednesday. Two Indian pacers, Akash Deep and Ashdeep Singh, have been ruled out of the 4th test along with all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy.

With three players already ruled out due to injuries, Shubman Gill and company will have to find solutions within the squad to name a strong playing XI at Old Trafford. 

Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who was hit on his bowling hand, needed stitches. As per the reports of the Indian Express on Sunday, the Medium Pacer will need at least 10 days to recover. This has already ruled him out of the fourth test, and he is unlikely to return for the final test starting on 31st July.

ENG vs IND, 4th test: Three Indian players ruled out, what could be possible Indian lineup? | sportzpoint.com
Arshdeep Singh suffered a finger injury while bowling at the nets. Image | BCCI on X

As per the same report by The Indian Express, another pacer, Akash Deep, who was India's hero in their first-ever Test win in Birmingham, has issues with his groin and back. The Indian team management does not want to take risks with his injuries, and thus, he will be monitored as a precaution.

On the other hand, Hindustan Times reported that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy suffered an injury during the gym session on Sunday. So he is also ruled out of the fourth test at Old Trafford Stadium. 

In the situation where India are trailing by 1-2 in the Test series and needs to win the 4th test, to be in contention to win the series, Gautam Gambhir and company will have to dig deep to find solutions.

Here are the solutions India can go for during the 4th test. 

#1 Bumrah, Siraj, Shardul, and who?

ENG vs IND, 4th test: Three Indian players ruled out, what could be possible Indian lineup? | sportzpoint.com
Shardul Thakur during a parctice session. Image - BCCI on X

With both Akashdeep and Arshdeep Singh being ruled out, there is certainty that Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj will be India's leading pacers in the fourth test. Although our questions on the workload management of both those pacers, they will have to be at their best if India wants to bring balance to the series. 

Now, with Nitish Kumar Reddy's injury, India will have to go back to Shardul Thakur, who played in the first test in Leeds. The Mumbai all-rounder only scored 4 runs and took two wickets in that match. 

But if India wants to go for another pacer, they will have the option of Prasidh Krishna and newcomer Anshul Kamboj. Krishna, who did not do very well in the first two test matches, might not be brought back. In that case, Kamboj, who has done well in the first-class games he has played so far, is likely to get his test cap.

#2 Should Kuldeep Yadav play?

 Should Kuldeep Yadav play? Here is India's possible lineup in ENG vs IND, 4th test, Manchester | sportzpoint.com
Kuldeep last played a test match in 2024. Image | BCCI on X

Now, this has been an inclusion that Indian fans have been waiting for from the first test. Kuldeep, who last featured in test matches for India in 2024 against New Zealand at home, can bring the ex-factor in the bowling lineup. But this will leave the batting lineup a bit thin. 

Since Gautam Gambhir has always looked to go for that added batting cushion, it will be hard for Kuldeep to find his place. Even if he plays, will India look to sacrifice Washington Sundar? This would be a very hard question to answer.

#3 Jurel to keep, Pant to play as a specialist batter

Jurel to keep, Pant to play as a specialist batter - ENG vs IND, 4th test, Manchester | sportzpoint.com
Jurel kept wickets for India during the Lord's test. Image | BCCI on X

Along with these three injuries, we had already reported that Rishabh Pant has not recovered fully from the finger injury he suffered during the Lord's Test. In that case, Dhruv Jurel, who kept wicket at Lord's, is likely to play as a wicket keeper while Rishabh Pant could play as only a specialist batter.

If Jurel comes in, India can leave Shardul out and bring Kuldeep Yadav into the playing XI. However, it will only depend on the pitch condition.

ENG vs IND, 4th test: India's possible lineup

Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

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Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

In this article, we will take a look at the cricket facts of father-Son duos who played for India.

Jul 19, 2025, 12:31 PM3 min read

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Few legacies in sports are as enduring and inspiring as those of father-son duos who have left an unforgettable mark on the game. Cricket is filled with iconic father-son duos who have captured the hearts of fans worldwide. While some sons struggled to meet the towering expectations set by their fathers, others rose above the legacy, stepping out of their father’s shadow to make their own mark.

In this article, we will take a look at the cricket facts of father-Son duos who played for India.

Also Read: 10 Forgotten Indian Cricketers and Their Stories

Cricket facts | Father-Son duos who played for India

Hemant (Father) and Hrishikesh Kanitkar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

A former Indian cricketer, Hemant Kanitkar was a versatile batsman who played for Maharashtra and two international games for India in 1974.

Later on, his son Hrishikesh Kantikar went on to make his India debut as an all-rounder, playing two Tests and 34 ODIs. 

Vijay Manjrekar (Father) and Sanjay Manjrekar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Vijay Manjrekar represented the Indian team from 1950 onwards. His 222-run partnership with Vijay Hazare against England etched his name in history. He played 53 Tests for India. 

Sanjay Manjrekar also joined the Indian cricket team in 1987 and played 111 matches. But his career did not last long. Sanjay played 37 Tests and 74 ODIs for the country before he was bogged down by the weight of expectations thrust on him. 

Roger Binny (Father) and Stuart Binny (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Stuart Binny and Roger Binny have also played international cricket for India. Roger is currently the BCCI chief and he played a total of 99 matches in international cricket for India, in which he took 124 wickets. Apart from this, he also scored 1459 runs. 

On the other hand, Stuart's career was not very long. He played a total of 23 matches in international cricket for India.

Lala Amarnath (Father) and Mohinder Amarnath Surinder Amarnath (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Lala Amarnath played 24 Test matches between 1933 and 1952, he also played 186 first class matches. His two sons Mohinder Amarnath and Surinder Amarnath also became cricketers. 

Mohinder played 69 Tests and 85 ODIs. Surinder played 10 Tests and 3 ODIs. Mohinder Amarnath was the hero of the 1983 World Cup victory and was considered one of the best pace bowling batsmen of his time. Surinder Amarnath had made a record of scoring a century in his first Test.

Sunil Gavaskar (Father) and Rohan Gavaskar (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Both Sunil Gavaskar and his son Rohan Gavaskar have played international cricket for India. Gavaskar is considered India's greatest batsman. He is the first player to reach the 10,000-run mark in Test cricket. He played a total of 233 international matches for India. 

On the other hand, his son Rohan could play only 11 ODI matches for India.

Also Read: Best Indian Sports Biopics of All Time

Yograj Singh (Father) and Yuvraj Singh (Son)

Cricket facts: Father-Son duos who played for India

Both Yuvraj Singh and his father Yograj Singh have played international cricket for India. Yograj Singh's career was not very long. He played only 1 Test and 6 ODI matches for India. In both formats, he scored a total of only 11 runs.

On the other hand, Yograj Singh's son Yuvraj Singh has been a famous all-rounder. He played a total of 402 matches in international cricket for India, in which he scored 11778 runs. During this, he also took 148 wickets. 

Yuvi performed brilliantly in the ODI World Cup 2011 and scored 362 runs. Apart from this, he also took 15 wickets. Due to this, he received the Player of the Tournament award.

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Asia Cup in doubt as BCCI denies to visit Bangladesh for ACC's AGM

BCCI has threatened to boycott any resolutions if the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Annual General Meeting (AGM) takes place in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Jul 19, 2025, 7:14 AM2 min read

Asia Cup in doubt as BCCI denies to visit Bangladesh for ACC's AGM | sportzpoint.com
India are the current Asia Cup champions. Image | BCCI on X

The 2025 Asia Cup faces significant uncertainty as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has threatened to boycott any resolutions if the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Annual General Meeting (AGM) proceeds in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

The meeting, scheduled for July 24, has become a flashpoint amid heightened political tensions between India and Bangladesh, prompting the BCCI to refuse to attend if the venue is not changed from Dhaka.

ACC does not want to change the venue

According to multiple reports, including ANI and India Today, the BCCI has formally communicated its stance to both the ACC and its chairman, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi, requesting a change of venue.

However, these requests have gone unanswered, with Naqvi reportedly adamant on holding the meeting in Dhaka, a move seen by India as exerting undue pressure to influence Asia Cup-related decisions.

Asia Cup in doubt as BCCI denies to visit Bangladesh for ACC's AGM | sportzpoint.com
Siraj took 6 wickets in the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka. Image | BCCI on X

India threatens to withdraw from the Asia Cup 2025

India, the defending champions and host of the upcoming six-nation T20 Asia Cup, likely scheduled for September, is not alone in its boycott.

Cricket boards from Sri Lanka, Oman, and Afghanistan have also expressed reservations about attending the meeting in Bangladesh, raising questions about the ACC's ability to make valid decisions without key members present.

Compounding the tension is the recent postponement of India's white-ball tour of Bangladesh from August 2025 to September 2026, underscoring the diplomatic strain. India refused to play in Pakistan during the 2023 Asia Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches relocated to neutral venues like Sri Lanka and Dubai, respectively. The Men in Blue went on to win both tournaments. 

There have been speculative reports that BCCI might withdraw from both the Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and the Men’s Asia Cup, but BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has denied these claims, calling them "speculative and imaginary".

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ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

For the ENG vs IND match at Old Trafford, Indian team management could make multiple changes to the playing XI. Let's have a look.

Jul 16, 2025, 12:23 PM4 min read

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Despite a great fight on the last day at Lord's, India suffered a heartbreak defeat by 22 runs in the third Test against England. Along with this, the discussion has intensified about the batting order of the team, especially the batting at number 3.

After the defeat at Lord's, the Indian men’s cricket team would like to come up with a big show in the fourth Test to level the series. The fourth red-ball match of the ongoing ENG vs IND five-match series will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester from July 23 to 27. For the match at Old Trafford, Indian team management could make multiple changes to the playing XI.

Also Read: England penalised two WTC points for slow over-rate in Lord’s Test

Sudharsan may replace Karun Nair

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Karun Nair looked solid whenever he was on the pitch in the 6 innings so far. But he could never take his innings beyond 50. Nair scored 0, 20, 31, 26, 40 and 14 runs in the 6 innings so far. During this time, he got out unlucky many times. But it is possible that the team management may now plan to try talented and young cricketer Sai Sudharsan in his place.

23-year-old Sai Sudharsan from Chennai got a chance to debut in the ENG vs IND Leeds Test. But the first opportunity slipped from his hands like sand from his fist. He played innings of 0 and 30 runs in Leeds. The team lost the Test and he was also dropped from the playing XI.

Kuldeep can make a return

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Discussions have once again intensified about the inclusion of 30-year-old left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who has taken 56 wickets in 13 Tests, in the playing XI. This tour could prove to be a good opportunity to include Kuldeep in the team.

Bumrah and Rishabh Pant out

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Before the start of the series, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir, captain Shubman Gill, and even Bumrah himself confirmed that he will play only three matches in England, and since the pacer has already featured in two matches out of three played so far, there is a high possibility that he will miss the game in Manchester to return for the final fixture at The Oval in London from July 31 to August 4.

In addition to Bumrah, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant could also miss the match in Manchester. Pant suffered a finger injury during the first day’s play of the Lord’s Test, and as a result, he didn’t keep after 34 overs in the first innings. There is still no clarity over Pant’s injury. If he misses out, then Dhruv Jurel will replace him in the playing XI.

The 24-year-old stumper from Agra impressed with his glovework during the third Test, and he has amassed a total of 202 runs in six innings of four Tests played so far. Jurel’s best score in Test cricket is 90, which he registered against the English team in Ranchi last year.

Akash Deep likely retain Bumrah's place

ENG vs IND: What are the changes in Indian team you would like to see in fourth test?

Akash Deep could only manage to take one wicket in the third Test, but if Bumrah misses out due to workload management, then he is likely to retain his place.

Prasidh Krishna, Shardul Thakur, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav are the other four bowlers in India’s Test squad for the England series, and for the game at Old Trafford, Arshdeep could come in for Bumrah. Arshdeep is a left-arm pacer, and his inclusion will bring variety to India’s bowling attack.

Also Read: "Find this ridiculous": Stuart Broad slams ICC's call on Siraj, while Gill's behaviour goes unpunished

India’s predicted playing XI for the ENG vs IND 4th Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj.

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