Tanzid makes history as Bangladesh stun Australia in Darwin
Tanzid Hasan became the first Bangladeshi to score a Test century on Australian soil, leaving the tourists 153 ahead in Darwin after Hasan Mahmud's career-best 6 for 55 had bowled Australia out for 198 — even as Mitchell Starc claimed the record for most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler.
Darwin Test
Tanzid Hasan becomes first Bangladeshi to score Test century in Australia as Bangladesh lead by 153
Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim became the first batter from his country to score a Test century on Australian soil on day two in Darwin, finishing 101. Bangladesh ended the day 351 for 6, establishing a 153-run lead over Australia who were bowled out for 198.
Hasan Mahmud 6-55 demolishes Australia as Mitchell Starc becomes top left-arm Test wicket-taker on Darwin day one
Bangladesh's pace attack led by Hasan Mahmud's career-best 6 for 55 bowled Australia out for 198 on the opening day of the first Test in Darwin. Bangladesh reached 96 for 1 by stumps with a 102-run deficit. In the same session Mitchell Starc took his 434th Test wicket to become the most successful left-arm bowler in Test history.
'You're not in Bangladesh now': Starc and Mehidy clash as Australia dominate Darwin Test
Mitchell Starc and Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz clashed during a tense second day of the first Test in Darwin, after the batter ran through the protected area of the pitch. Bangladesh nevertheless ended the day in control at 6-351, a lead of 153, with Tanzid Hasan scoring a brilliant century.
Galle Test Build-Up
Gill turns to Suthar to fill all-rounder void as Bumrah and Sudharsan miss Galle Test
India captain Shubman Gill has backed left-arm spinner Manav Suthar to fill the all-rounder gap left by injuries to Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar for the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. With Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan also ruled out, Gill confirmed constant monitoring of the injured pair, while a tight call remains between Prasidh Krishna and Gurnoor Brar for the second pacer's slot.
Jadeja two wickets from 350 as Galle Test offers landmark moment
Ravindra Jadeja enters the Galle Test needing just two wickets to reach 350 in Test cricket, a landmark that would make him only the second Indian after Kapil Dev to combine 4,000-plus runs with 350 wickets, and the first Indian spin-bowling all-rounder to do so.
India chase fresh start at 50th Galle Test as Sri Lanka plot spin ambush
Galle International Cricket Stadium hosts its 50th Test this weekend as India look to reset in whites after recent wobbles. Sri Lanka, buoyed by the absence of Jasprit Bumrah and armed with a fresh spin threat, will be eager to exploit the venue's bounce and cross winds.
'Not any individual, however big a name': Sunil Gavaskar backs team-first India ahead of Sri Lanka Tests
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has urged the team and its supporters to prioritise Indian cricket as a collective over individual stars ahead of the two-Test series in Sri Lanka. Writing from Singapore during the 1983 World Cup felicitation, he said a team-first mindset is key to winning in Galle and staying alive for the World Test Championship final.
Women's Cricket
Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out of Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games with high-grade hamstring tear
India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of the Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games after suffering a high-grade right hamstring tear in The Hundred. Pratika Rawal has been named her replacement for the Asia Cup squad which begins in the UAE on August 28.
'The more you taste it, the more you want to be there': Jemimah Rodrigues eyes inaugural Women's Champions Trophy after World Cup glory
Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues says the team's 2025 World Cup triumph has only fueled their hunger for more success, as she sets her sights on the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy in Sri Lanka in February 2027. Rodrigues, currently recovering from a hamstring injury, also previewed India's upcoming multi-format tour of South Africa starting December 2026.
Beyond the Boundary
Babar Azam Climbs Back into ICC Test Top 10 as Shan Masood Resumes Training for England Series
Babar Azam has climbed five places to re-enter the ICC Test batting top 10 following Pakistan's series-leveling win in the Caribbean, while Shan Masood has returned to training ahead of the upcoming Test series against England.
Harbhajan Singh says bowlers must attack Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to stop him
Harbhajan Singh believes the only effective way to contain Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is to attack him and target his wicket, even at the risk of conceding sixes.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi returns to Mumbai squad after recovering from finger surgery
KKR batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has recovered from finger surgery and earned selection in Mumbai's squad for the KSCA Invitational Tournament, led by Suved Parkar.
Danny Lamb forced to retire from cricket at 30 after spinal cord injury
Sussex all-rounder Danny Lamb has announced his retirement from professional cricket at the age of 30 after a neck injury led to spinal cord damage, ending a decade-long career that spanned Lancashire and Sussex. His exit comes a week after England's John Turner retired at 25 with injury problems.
Can you put aluminium foil in an air fryer? Yes — but only if you follow these safety rules
Aluminium foil can be used in most air fryers, but only when it is secured down, kept away from the heating element and never allowed to block airflow or vents. Food experts warn that foil can compromise crispness and even create a safety hazard if it is drawn toward the heating element, and they advise weighing the foil down with food, avoiding highly acidic ingredients, and always reading the air fryer's manual first.
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