Indian selectors have removed Rohit Sharma from ODI captaincy, appointing young opener Shubman Gill as the new leader with the 2027 World Cup firmly in sight. This strategic move aims to groom Gill as India’s all-format captain, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retain their places in the squad for the upcoming Australia series.

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana struck a confident note ahead of the Women’s World Cup clash against India, insisting past results will not define the high-stakes contest. Despite India's 11-0 lead and a recent defeat, Sana believes her team can break the losing streak by focusing on good cricket and handling the immense pressure of the globally watched match.

Ravindra Jadeja delivered a stellar all-round performance in India's dominant win against West Indies, scoring an unbeaten century and taking four wickets to secure the Player of the Match award. He humbly addressed comparisons to Kapil Dev's legendary record, emphasising his focus on fitness and enjoying the game. India clinched an innings and 140-run victory, leading the series 1-0.

Shubman Gill is set to captain India's ODI team for the upcoming series in Australia, marking a new chapter in his leadership. Succeeding Rohit Sharma, Gill brings an impressive record of 2,775 runs at an average of 59.04, including eight centuries. This tour presents his first foreign captaincy challenge, where he aims to guide a young Indian side.

The BCCI announced India's ODI and T20 squads for the upcoming Australia series, featuring the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Shubman Gill will captain the ODI side, with Dhruv Jurel surprisingly selected as the second wicketkeeper over Sanju Samson. Samson, despite his strong ODI record, retains his place in the T20I squad.

The BCCI announced squads for the upcoming Australia series, comprising three ODIs and five T20Is. Shubman Gill will captain the ODI side, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning to the format. Suryakumar Yadav leads the T20I squad. The series, running from October 19 to November 8, promises to test India's depth.

Sahibzada Farhan unveiled a new "Gunmode" bat sticker, inspired by his controversial AK-47 celebration against India during the Asia Cup. Despite Pakistan's team collapse and loss, Farhan was felicitated for these theatrics. Critics argue such personal flair overshadows sportsmanship and true cricketing achievement, a trend reinforced by his new sticker.

Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousuf has publicly supported ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi amidst the Asia Cup trophy controversy. India, after winning the 2025 final, declined to receive the trophy from Naqvi, prompting BCCI to demand his removal. Yousuf criticized India's refusal as 'filmy,' asserting they should have accepted it as per rules, underscoring escalating tensions between the cricket boards.

The Women's ODI World Cup 2025 will feature an India-Pakistan match on October 5 in Colombo, raising questions about player interactions after the men's team's recent refusal to handshake. While BCCI assures adherence to cricket protocols, handshakes remain uncertain. Meanwhile, Bangladesh secured a dominant victory over Pakistan in a recent World Cup fixture, highlighting strong batting and bowling.

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi advised Mohsin Naqvi to relinquish either his PCB chairmanship or Interior Ministry role, stressing Pakistan cricket's critical need for undivided focus. Afridi noted Naqvi's multiple high-profile positions, which he believes hinder dedicated attention to the sport, especially following the team's poor showings in the 2025 Champions Trophy and Asia Cup.