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India, Bangladesh Play Out Goalless Draw In 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

India did not get the start they were looking for in their 2027 AFC Asian Cup third round qualifying match as they played out a goal-less draw against familiar rivals Bangladesh on Tuesday. Bangladesh were slightly the better side in the first half with more attacking moves and corner kicks but without any clear-cut chances. India put up a much better performance in the next 45 minutes, putting Bangladesh under a lot of pressure but the chances were few and far between.

IPL's 2nd New Ball Rule Gets Implemented For The First Time, What Happens Next Stuns All

The IPL 2025 has seen four rules being implemented or changed leading to intrigue. The rules range from saliva being used to shine the ball to a new Code of Conduct to expansion of DRS scope. The fourth rule change is the most intriguing one. It is regarding replacement of wet ball to counter dew. "To address challenges posed by dew during evening matches, the team bowling second will now have the option to request a ball change once after the 10th over," the IPL said in a statement.

ICC Retains Nitin Menon In Elite Panel Of Umpires, Jayaraman Madangopal Promoted To Emerging Panel

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday included Allahudien Paleker of South Africa and England's Alex Wharf in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires which features Nitin Menon as the only Indian, while Jayaraman Madangopal has been promoted to the Emerging Panel. Michael Gough and Joel Wilson will make way for the two new entrants in Palekar and Wharf. According to BCCI sources, the 50-year-old Madangopal has been promoted to the Emerging Panel which makes him eligible to officiate in overseas Tests and ODIs. Former Tamil Nadu player Madangopal has so far officiated in one Test, 22 ODIs and 42 T20Is.

Leading India Players Likely In 'A' Squad For England Lions 4-Day Matches

Some of India's frontline players are likely to be part of the 'A' squad which will face the Lions in two four-day matches during the May-June window in preparation for the five-match Test series against England. India will begin their 45-day trip to England with the first Test at Headingley on June 20, as they will attempt to win the first away series at the Old Blighty since 2007. "The first four-day match will be hosted at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence in Canterbury from May 30. The second match is scheduled to begin a week later on June 6 at the County Ground in Northampton," the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement.

Gabba, Site Of India's Famous Victory Over Australia, To Be Demolished. This Is The Reason

The iconic Gabba Stadium at Brisbane will undergo demolition following the 2032 Olympic Games, with cricket moving to a new 60,000-capacity stadium in the Victoria Park area of Brisbane, which will be built for the Olympics. The Queensland premier David Crisafulli announced the latest plans for the Olympics infrastructure on Tuesday, with cricket a pivotal part of the outcome. The sport is affected by uncertainty over what state would do after going through various proposals since being awarded the Olympic hosting rights back in 2021.

"Want To Dedicate It...": Ashutosh Sharma Takes Surprise Name After Miracle Chase In DC vs LSG IPL 2025 Game

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant felt his bowlers could have done the basics better at the back end as the target of 210 was defendable against a marauding Delhi Capitals who won by one wicket with three balls to spare in their IPL match on Monday. Ashutosh Sharma's 66 not out of 31 balls and Vipraj Nigam's 39 off 15 deliveries fashioned what looked like an improbable win after DC were dead and buried at 113 for 6. "I think our top-order batters played really well and I think it was a pretty good score on this wicket. We got early wickets, but we knew it was a good wicket to bat on. We had to keep doing the basics right more often. I think they had a couple of good partnerships," Pant said at post-match presentation ceremony.

Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings LIVE Streaming, IPL 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings LIVE Streaming, IPL 2025: Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on Gujarat Titans (GT) in their opening game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Both sides have had major overhauls of their squad, with PBKS set to be led by Rs 26.75 crore purchase Shreyas Iyer, with Ricky Ponting as head coach. One-time champions Gujarat have some familiar faces, and will be captained by India's ODI vice-captain Shubman Gill. The two teams have faced off five times previously, with GT winning thrice and PBKS winning on two occasions.

Gujrat Titans vs Punjab Kings LIVE Score, IPL 2025: Will Punjab Kings' New Era Begin On A Winning Note vs Gujarat Titans?

Gujrat Titans vs Punjab Kings IPL 2025, Live Updates: Gujarat Titans will be playing their first IPL 2025 match against Punjab Kings on Tuesday in Ahmedabad. Skipper Shreyas Iyer will lean on his captaincy credentials as he looks to turn around the fortunes of perennial underperformers Punjab Kings in this IPL. On the other hand, Shubman Gill, who is the vice-captain of India's ODI team, endured a tough season as GT captain, with the team finishing in 8th spot in 2024 after a title win and runner-up finishes in 2022 and 2023 under Hardik Pandya. Both Gill and Iyer are in great form, having played crucial roles in India's Champions Trophy-winning campaign in Dubai earlier this month.

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India, Bangladesh Play Out Goalless Draw In 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

IPL's 2nd New Ball Rule Gets Implemented For The First Time, What Happens Next Stuns All

ICC Retains Nitin Menon In Elite Panel Of Umpires, Jayaraman Madangopal Promoted To Emerging Panel

Leading India Players Likely In 'A' Squad For England Lions 4-Day Matches

Gabba, Site Of India's Famous Victory Over Australia, To Be Demolished. This Is The Reason

"Want To Dedicate It...": Ashutosh Sharma Takes Surprise Name After Miracle Chase In DC vs LSG IPL 2025 Game

Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings LIVE Streaming, IPL 2025 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Gujrat Titans vs Punjab Kings LIVE Score, IPL 2025: Will Punjab Kings' New Era Begin On A Winning Note vs Gujarat Titans?