Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has achieved the top spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings for the first time in his career at the age of 38, becoming the oldest player ever to hold this position. Rohit climbed two places to reach 781 rating points, surpassing Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran and teammate Shubman Gill. His remarkable performance in the recent Australia series, where he scored 202 runs in three innings including an unbeaten century, propelled him to this milestone. Fans and experts hailed the feat as a testament to his enduring excellence. (PC: Getty Images)

The first T20I between India and Australia in Canberra was abandoned due to heavy rain after just 9.4 overs. India were 97 for 1 when play stopped. Captain Suryakumar Yadav returned to form, scoring a quick 39 off 24 balls with three fours and two sixes. Vice-captain Shubman Gill supported him well, while Abhishek Sharma added a brisk 19 before getting out. Rain halted the game twice before it was finally called off. Fans were left disappointed, but Suryakumar’s fluent batting gave India positives ahead of the next match in the five-game series. (PC: India Today)

Indian World Chess Champion D Gukesh defeated American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura at the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown 2025 in Saint Louis. Their rematch came weeks after Nakamura’s controversial act of throwing Gukesh’s king into the crowd. This time, Gukesh stayed composed and quietly reset the chessboard after his victory. His calm and respectful gesture impressed fans around the world. Many praised his sportsmanship and maturity, calling him a true ambassador of the game. The 19-year-old champion’s behaviour stood in sharp contrast to Nakamura’s earlier drama, earning widespread appreciation across the chess community. 

India captain Suryakumar Yadav has confirmed that Shreyas Iyer is stable and out of danger after his injury in Sydney. Iyer was moved out of the ICU and shifted to a private room. He suffered a spleen injury after landing hard while taking a catch during the ODI against Australia. Yadav said Iyer is now replying to messages and under medical observation. Doctors have advised rest for several weeks. BCCI officials said Iyer’s recovery is going well, though he will remain under supervision. He is expected to miss upcoming matches while focusing on full recovery. (PC: India Today)

Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer is out of the ICU and recovering well at a Sydney hospital after a spleen injury. He was hurt while taking a catch during the third ODI against Australia. Scans showed a laceration to his spleen, causing internal bleeding, but doctors say he is now stable. The BCCI confirmed Iyer is under observation and responding well to treatment. Team doctor Rizwan Khan is staying with him in Sydney, while his family is set to join soon. Iyer is likely to miss the upcoming South Africa series to allow full recovery. (PC: HT)

India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to an ICU in Sydney following a fielding injury during the third ODI against Australia. Scans revealed internal bleeding and a laceration to his spleen after he fell on his left lower rib cage while taking a catch. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed his condition is stable and being closely monitored by specialists in Australia and India. The recovery timeline remains uncertain, raising concerns about his participation in upcoming fixtures. (PC: AFP)

Sunil Gavaskar, India’s former cricket legend, believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma deserve automatic inclusion in India’s 2027 ODI World Cup squad, regardless of intervening results. He noted that both players showed clear intent by making themselves available for the Australia tour. According to Gavaskar, given their experience and calibre, they "can be written straight into the squad" if fit and willing. The comments underscore his view that age shouldn’t undermine selection when form and availability align, reinforcing the enduring value of the two stalwarts to India’s batting lineup. (PC: AFP)  

India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was rushed to hospital in Sydney following a fielding incident in the third ODI against Australia at the SCG. He landed awkwardly while taking a catch, suffered a rib-cage injury which led to internal bleeding and critically low vital signs, prompting admission to the ICU. Medical officials confirmed a lacerated spleen and grave condition under observation. No timeline for his return has been set, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming fixtures. (PC: Cricbuzz)  

India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been admitted to the ICU in a Sydney hospital after suffering internal bleeding from a rib injury. The incident happened during the third ODI against Australia when Iyer took a catch to dismiss Alex Carey. He was rushed to the hospital after complaining of pain and breathing discomfort. Doctors confirmed internal bleeding, and he will remain under observation for up to a week. The BCCI medical team acted quickly after his condition worsened in the dressing room. Iyer is stable but will take longer than expected to recover before returning to play. (PC: X)

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli shone in India’s 9-wicket win over Australia in the Sydney ODI. Rohit smashed 121 not out, while Kohli scored an unbeaten 74, sharing a match-winning century stand. Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar backed both stars for the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying, “Whether they score runs or not, with their experience, they’ll be certainties in the squad.” Rohit called the stand “a fantastic partnership after a long, long time,” adding that it helped steady the innings after Shubman Gill’s wicket. The duo’s strong form has reignited faith in their continued dominance in Indian cricket. (PC: AP)