Lack of PowerPlay wickets is a concern: Mithali Raj on India’s Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 chances

India has made a perfect start to its pursuit of a maiden Women’s T20 World Cup title, but it has lacked incision with the new ball according former captain Mithali Raj.
New Zealand stays alive in Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with narrow Ireland win

Ten dropped catches cost New Zealand its first two games against the West Indies and Sri Lanka, and it faced elimination with two group games remaining if it didn’t beat Ireland, also winless.
Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Trailblazing twins Jill and Jane Powell look back at evolution of women’s game

The Powell twins, in an exclusive chat with Sportstar, share their memories of touring India, trace this illustrious careers and hail the developments in the women’s game.
ENG vs NZ, Highlights, 2nd Test Day 3: Nicholls century, Ravindra half-century help New Zealand extends lead past 300

ENG vs NZ: Get all the highlights from Day 3 of the second Test between England and New Zealand at the Oval, London.
England captain Stokes in action for Durham as Test recall looms

Ben Stokes and England team-mate Gus Atkinson were dropped from the ongoing second Test against New Zealand at the Oval after breaking a team curfew to celebrate the hosts’ win in the series opener at Lord’s.
NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test Day 3: Henry’s five-wicket haul, Nicholl’s ton puts Black Caps firmly in control

The Black Caps, looking to level this three-match series after a 115-run defeat in the first Test at Lord’s, had been faltering at 28-2 on Friday when Nicholls was joined in the middle by Rachin Ravindra, who then went on to change the mood of the camp with their stability in the middle.
Telangana Lokayukta orders CID probe into Hyderabad Cricket Association

Acting on complaints submitted by the Telangana Cricket Association (TCA), Justice Rajashekhar Reddy has directed the CID to investigate the allegations against HCA and submit a report within four weeks.
ICC chair Jay Shah to meet Sri Lankan president to discuss future of Sri Lanka Cricket interim committee

The meeting comes at a time when Sri Lanka’s cricket administration remains under scrutiny, with governance issues having been a recurring point of discussion between the ICC and Sri Lankan authorities in recent years.
Indian sports wrap, June 19: Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar continue undefeated in Asian Doubles squash

Here are India’s major updates, scores, and results from the world of sports on Friday, June 19.
IND vs AFG, 3rd ODI: With eye on the future, India looks to complete whitewash against Afghanistan

India is set to make at least a couple of changes, with Arshdeep Singh and one batter likely to be rested.