BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said that an informal meeting was held with PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi to discuss the Asia Cup 2025 trophy issue. India won the final against Pakistan but refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi. The trophy remains at the ACC office in Dubai under PCB control. Saikia said the meeting, arranged by ICC officials, helped “break the ice” between both boards. He added that talks were friendly and both sides are working on a solution soon. This marks the first positive step since the controversy began after the Asia Cup final. (PC: NDTV)

Rain washed out the 5th T20I between India and Australia at the Gabba, allowing only 4.5 overs of play. India reached 52 for 0, with Shubman Gill on 29* and Abhishek Sharma on 23*. The match was abandoned, and India won the five-match series 2-1. With this, India extended their 13-year unbeaten T20I series streak in Australia since 2012. Abhishek Sharma was named Player of the Series for scoring 163 runs in four innings. India will next face South Africa in a five-match T20I series in December. (PC: India Today)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has raised a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the missing 2025 Asia Cup trophy, which remains with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The BCCI objected that the trophy, won by India, was never officially handed over during the post-match ceremony. In response, the ICC has formed a special committee led by Oman’s Pankaj Khimji to mediate between India and Pakistan and ensure the rightful transfer of the trophy. The dispute adds another layer to the tense cricketing relations between both nations. (PC: AP)

Harmanpreet Kaur revealed that the decision by India’s women’s cricket team to hand the World Cup trophy to Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami after their historic win was deliberate. She said the squad had agreed that the legends, who had carried the burden of near-misses for years, must be part of the moment. “We had decided that whenever we do it in the future, we will make sure that they would be in the stadium,” Kaur said. The gesture underscores the team’s respect for the pioneers who laid the foundation. (PC: X)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has submitted a provisional schedule for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to the International Cricket Council, proposing that the tournament be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Under the plan, the final would take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad—unless Pakistan national cricket team reaches it, in which case the match would shift to Sri Lanka. Pakistan’s group matches are planned entirely in Sri Lanka amid India-Pakistan political sensitivities. The tournament is expected between February and March 2026. (PC: X)

India continued its no-handshake policy with Pakistan during the Hong Kong Sixes match, following the precedent set during Asia Cup 2025 and the Women's World Cup. Led by Dinesh Karthik, India won by 2 runs via DLS method after rain interrupted Pakistan's chase of 87 runs at 41/1. The animosity stems from tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack and India's Operation Sindoor retaliation. Sources confirmed India will maintain the Asia Cup 2025 norm of avoiding handshakes. Earlier, India posted 86/4 in six overs, with Robin Uthappa scoring 28 and Bharat Chipli contributing 24. Both teams returned to designated seating areas without any post-match interaction. (PC: HT & ESPNCric Info)

Veteran Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri announced plans to retire from professional football after the ISL 2025-2026 season. The 41-year-old aims to score 15 goals with Bengaluru FC before ending his illustrious career. Chhetri initially retired from international football in June 2024 after India's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Kuwait but reversed his decision in March 2025 when former coach Manolo Marquez requested his return for AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. However, India failed to qualify for the tournament. Chhetri, who has represented India in 157 matches scoring 95 goals as the national team's highest goal-scorer, expressed desire to win ISL but acknowledged challenges at age 42. (PC: X)

The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami after his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, filed a plea seeking alimony and financial maintenance. The petition challenges earlier court orders and requests enhanced support for her and their child. A bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud directed Shami to respond to the notice, marking a new legal development in their long-standing marital dispute. The case, which has drawn significant media attention, will now be heard in detail to determine the financial responsibilities and rights of both parties under family law. (PC: NDTV)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to raise governance concerns against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi at the upcoming ICC meeting, alleging his dual roles as PCB chief and Pakistan’s Interior Minister violate ICC regulations. The BCCI has reportedly secured support from the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) to strengthen its case. The issue may escalate tensions between India and Pakistan ahead of key ICC deliberations in Dubai. (PC: X)

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri, 42, has announced potential retirement plans, stating he will hang up his boots if Bengaluru FC fails to win ISL 2025-2026 and qualify for continental competition. The veteran striker aims to score 15 goals this season before retiring. Chhetri, who retired from international football last year, made a comeback in June at former coach Manolo Marquez's request for Asian Cup qualifiers. However, India remained winless after four games and failed to qualify. Chhetri scored only one goal in six international appearances, bringing his career tally to 95 goals marking fourth highest among active players after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. He expressed no regrets about his comeback decision. (PC: BCCI)