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NZ vs WI: Ajaz Patel recalled as New Zealand ring changes for final Test
New Zealand have recalled left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel to their squad for the third and final Test against West Indies, set to begin on December 18 at Mount Maunganui. Patel replaces pacer Blair Tickner, who was ruled out after dislocating his shoulder while fielding on the opening day of the second Test in Wellington. Patel's last Test appearance came against India at the Wankhede Stadium.
Since making his international debut in 2018, Patel has played 21 tests, claiming 85 wickets. Wicketkeeper-batter Tom Blundell has returned to the 14-member squad, replacing Mitchell Hay. Hay impressed on debut in Wellington with a composed knock of 61; however, Blundell’s recall underscores the team management’s preference for experience in a series decider. New Zealand, who are currently leading the three-match series 1-0 after drawing the first game and winning the second, will look to claim the series victory.
New Zealand squad: Tom Latham (c), Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Michael Rae, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Will Young
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Australia’s Nathan Ellis ruled out of England T20Is
Australia have been dealt a huge setback with fast bowler Nathan Ellis being ruled out of the five-match T20I series against England. Left-arm pacer Ben Dwarshuis has been drafted into the squad as his replacement. Dwarshuis last represented Australia during their ODI tour of Bangladesh in June.
Ellis picked up the injury during Australia’s recent t...
South Africa reveal playing XI for 1st Test against Bangladesh
South Africa have unveiled their Playing XI for the opening ICC World Test Championship encounter against Bangladesh. Having recently secured a memorable victory in the third Test against Australia, South Africa will look to maintain their impressive form and get their World Test Championship campaign off to a positive start.
Zubayr Hamza is set to make his notable return to the format f...
India U19 down Pakistan to secure Asia Cup title
Giving Pakistan a massive jolt and making a stunning comeback, India U19 overcame arch-rivals by one wicket and clinched the U19 Asia Cup 2026 trophy on Saturday in Oman. At one stage, India were in a horrible situation; however, their lower-order batters stood up and demonstrated a fighting spirit to help India execute a near-impossible chase.
Chasing a target of 33...
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fails to shine on historic Bihar captaincy debut, gets out for just 18
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created history on Saturday by becoming the youngest captain in men's T20 cricket at just 15 years and 232 days. The teenage batter led Bihar against Saurashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026 at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. With this achievement, Sooryavanshi surpassed Croatia's Zach Vukusic, who previously held the record after captaining his nationa...
Aaryavir Sehwag shines with fighting fifty against Pakistan in U19 Asia Cup final
Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, impressed with a fighting half-century in the U19 Asia Cup 2026 final against Pakistan. The right-handed batter scored 58 off 61 balls, smashing nine fours despite suffering a painful blow below his elbow while facing a fast bowler. Showing great determination, he continued his inning...
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