Australia women’s cricket team captain Alyssa Healy has surprised with her decision. This veteran wicketkeeper has made it clear that she will not participate in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup. Alyssa Healy has announced her retirement from all formats of cricket. Healy will not be a part of the Women’s T20 World Cup. She will say goodbye to international cricket after the home series against India in February-March.

Alyssa Healy has made it clear that she will not take part in T20 International matches against India keeping in mind the team’s preparations for this year’s Women’s T20 World Cup. She will captain Australia in the ODI series and a day-night test to be held in Perth. This will be the last series of his career.

Alyssa Healy said, “Representing her country has always been the biggest honor for her. The upcoming series against India will be the last series of her career.” Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg described her as one of cricket’s all-time greats and praised her contribution to Australian women’s cricket.

Let us tell you that Alyssa Healy made her debut in international cricket against New Zealand in 2010 at the age of 19. She is counted among the most dangerous batsmen and best wicketkeepers of women’s cricket. She was a part of Australian teams that won eight ICC World Cups, including six T20 and two ODI World Cups. She was also a member of Australia’s gold medal winning team at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

After the retirement of Meg Lanning, Healy was made the full-time captain of Australia in 2023. His biggest achievement as captain was the 16-0 multi-format Ashes whitewash against England. Under his captaincy, Australia also made it to the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup and 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup. He has the highest individual score in the World Cup final and a record 126 dismissals in International T20.

Healy has so far played 162 T20, 126 ODI and 11 Test matches for Australia. He has scored more than 3,000 runs in 11 seasons playing for Sydney Sixers in BBL. Healy has two BBL titles to his name. She has also been the captain of UP Warriors in the Women’s Premier League.

Sir Don Bradman, who scored runs at an average of 99 in Test cricket, is considered to be the greatest batsman of this game. Bradman’s specialty was that he used to score runs against every team. Today once again he is in the news, and that is because 1947-48 His cap worn in the Test series against India will be auctioned.

Sir Don Bradman’s baggy green cap will be auctioned

Sir Don Bradman’s full name is Sir Donald Bradman. The baggy green cap he wore during India’s 1947-48 tour of Australia will be auctioned next month. Bradman had gifted a cap to Indian all-rounder Sriranga Vasudev Sohoni during that series. That was the first international cricket tour of India as an independent nation.

Most of the surviving Baggy Green caps from Bradman’s era are housed in various museums, but this cap has never been displayed publicly or put up for sale.

According to the Australian Associated Press (AAP), this cap has been continuously owned by the same family for more than 75 years. “This is a genuine piece of cricket history, personally gifted by Sir Donald Bradman,” said Lee Hames of Lloyds Auctions.

Sir Bradman had scored runs at an average of more than 178 in the test series against India.

Test cricketers of Bradman’s era wore different caps for each series. This cap will be publicly auctioned. Bradman is considered the greatest batsman in the history of the game. In the 1947–48 series against India, he scored 715 runs in six innings at an average of 178.75. During this period he had scored three centuries and one double century. Australia won this series 4-0.

Former captain of the Indian team and world number-1 batsman in ODI cricket, Rohit Sharma has given a befitting reply to the critics who talked about his retirement. In the year 2025, Hitman played all 14 ODI matches for India, in which he scored a total of 650 runs with the help of 2 centuries and 4 half-centuries. Rohit batted brilliantly in the 3-match ODI series held in Australia in October this year (2025). After which, he was chosen ‘Player of the Series’. With this, Rohit reached number 1 in the ranking of batsmen in ODI for the first time. Now on the question of retirement, Rohit clearly said that his last match will happen whenever he wants. At present he is playing well and will continue playing as long as he feels good. At the height he is at, he would like to remain at the same place.

Rohit was removed from captaincy before the Australia series.

Before the Australia series, there were many questions regarding Rohit Sharma’s international career. When he was removed from the captaincy of India’s ODI team, people even started talking about retirement. Whereas Rohit Sharma made the team win the ICC Champions Trophy in his last series. Questions were being raised on Rohit, who had failed to score runs on some foreign tours. He first scored runs in Australia and then maintained his form in the home series against South Africa and scored two half-centuries. Rohit will now be seen playing for Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy this week.

Rohit gave statement in an event held in Gurugram

Rohit had reached an event held in Gurugram on Sunday i.e. December 21, 2025, where he gave a big update regarding his future in international cricket. He said, ‘My life was also similar, it was very difficult to start. But once I gained speed, when I sat in the plane, the altitude that the plane had attained has not yet come down. I think that’s what matters and I don’t want that plane to land so early. I still have to stay on top.

Rohit further said, ‘We all know, I am sure everyone has traveled by plane. That’s why I gave the example of a plane. When the plane reaches an altitude of 35,000-40,000 feet, we feel good and relaxed, we eat and sleep. This is life. Once you gain speed, it is important that you stay there, and then landing is also important, but it depends on you when you want to land.

Rohit Sharma, one of the most successful captains of Indian cricket, has made such a revelation related to his career, which has surprised the fans. Rohit openly admitted for the first time that he had even made up his mind to quit cricket after the defeat against Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup final. He says that that defeat had completely broken him from within.

Rohit was broken after the World Cup final

During a program of Gurugram’s Masters Union, Rohit Sharma said that he was feeling completely empty after the 2023 World Cup final. Rohit told, “I felt that cricket had taken everything from me. I did not want to play this game further. At that time there was no energy left in me.”

It is noteworthy that under the captaincy of Rohit, India had won 9 consecutive matches in that tournament and had made a great journey till the final. However, Travis Head’s century in the final played in Ahmedabad broke India’s dream.

Responsibility and mental pressure of captaincy

Rohit told that because he was the captain, this defeat was even more heavy for him. He said, “I had dedicated myself to that World Cup, not just for two-three months, but since becoming the captain in 2022. When the target was not achieved, everyone was very disappointed. We could not believe what happened. This time was very difficult for me personally.”

It took him several months to recover from this defeat. He reminded himself again and again that cricket was his biggest love and it could not be given up so easily.

The way back and new beginnings

Rohit admitted that gradually he controlled himself, started practicing again and mustered the courage to return to the field. He said, “It was a big lesson for me. How to deal with disappointment, how to reset yourself and how to move forward.”

However, Rohit has now retired from T20 International and Test cricket. The ODI captaincy has also been taken away from him, but he is still playing ODI cricket. His aim is to play the 2027 ODI World Cup and end his career on a high note.

Got solace from T20 World Cup victory

Almost a year after the disappointment of 2023, Rohit Sharma led India to the 2024 T20 World Cup. This victory definitely healed the old wounds. Although Rohit admitted that today it seems easy to look back and say all this, but at that time the situation was very difficult. He said that it was not easy to come out of that disappointment.

Most Hundreds In BGT: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy played between India and Australia is counted among the most exciting and prestigious series of Test cricket. It has not always been easy for the batsmen to score runs in this series, but some legendary players have created such history with their bats. Which is still shining in the record books even today. Talking about centuries, Australia’s Steve Smith is at the top in this list.

steve smith

Steve Smith played 23 matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between 2013 and 2025 and scored 10 centuries. He scored 2201 runs in 44 innings, in which his best score was 192. Smith’s average is 57.92, which shows his consistency and technical strength. His technique and patience against India are always in the news.

Virat Kohli

Former Indian captain Virat Kohli is at second place in this list. Kohli has scored 9 centuries in BGT. He scored more than 2100 runs in 29 matches played from 2011 to 2025. His aggressive batting and match-winning innings on Australian soil will always be memorable for Indian fans.

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, known as the God of Cricket, scored 9 centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Between 1996 and 2013, he scored 3262 runs in 34 matches. His highest score of 241 not out is still remembered today. Sachin’s average in this series was 56.24, which proves his greatness.

ricky ponting

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has scored 8 centuries in this trophy. Ponting, who scored 2555 runs in 29 matches, had the highest score of 257. Many of his centuries against India proved to turn the tide of the match. Under his captaincy, Australia recorded many memorable victories.

michael clarke

Michael Clarke is at fifth place in this list. He scored 7 centuries in BGT. His historic innings of unbeaten 329 runs played in the Sydney Test in 2012 is still counted among the biggest innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Clarke made his mark in BGT with his captaincy and batting.

Shreyas Iyer Fitness Update: ICC announced the schedule of T20 World Cup 2026 in Mumbai on Tuesday i.e. November 25, 2025. During this time, a good news also came out for Indian cricket. Indian ODI team vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has started training after the operation. Shreyas was seriously injured during the third ODI match against Australia in Sydney on 25 October. Now Iyer has shared his health update on social media, in which he is seen riding an exercise bike. Now it remains to be seen whether Shreyas will be available for selection in Team India by the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which is going to start in February next year.

How did Shreyas Iyer get injured?

Shreyas Iyer was injured in the Sydney ODI against Australia, when he was trying to catch the ball of Harshit Rana. Iyer had a serious problem of spleen laceration due to his fall from the left side. Due to this, Iyer had to be admitted in the ICU and there was also a complaint of internal bleeding in his body, which could have been fatal. He was operated on in Australia itself, after which his condition became stable. Shreyas Iyer returned to India after being discharged from the hospital in the beginning of November.

Iyer has been advised to take rest for two months

Medical experts have advised Shreyas to take rest for at least two months and stay away from cricket. Doctors say that if spleen injuries are not taken seriously, their hidden dangers can increase, because this organ plays an important role in filtering blood in the body and supporting immunity function. Recently there were reports that due to this injury, Iyer may be out of the race for selection for the T20 World Cup 2026. He will also be out of IPL 2026, but now after this photo, there are speculations that he will soon become fit and return to the field.

Most runs in Border-Gavaskar Trophy: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy played between India and Australia is always considered to be the most exciting and prestigious series of Test cricket. In this match, the challenge before the batsmen is big and there is also an opportunity to make history. On this very competitive platform, some greats have set such records of scoring runs, which have proved extremely difficult to break till date.

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar is at the top in the list of highest run scorers in this special match. Who performed well in this trophy from 1996 to 2013. Sachin scored 3262 runs in 65 innings of 34 matches, which also included memorable innings like 241 not out. An average of 56.24 and nine centuries make Tendulkar’s BGT record very special.

ricky ponting

At second place is Australia’s great batsman Ricky Ponting, who scored 2555 runs. Ponting always performed strongly against India with 8 centuries in 29 matches. Although he fell short of surpassing Sachin’s figure, his impact in this trophy was huge.

VVS Laxman

VVS Laxman, who is called the ‘Crisis Man’ of India, is at number three. Laxman’s BGT record of 2434 runs in 54 innings is a recognition of his ability and classic batting. His innings of 281 runs played in the 2001 Kolkata Test is still considered the biggest attraction of this trophy.

steve smith

At fourth place is Steve Smith, one of the most successful Test batsmen of the current era, who scored 2201 runs between 2013 and 2025. Smith scored 10 centuries in just 23 matches. The average of 57.92 and best score of 192 shows how dangerous he has been for the Indian bowlers.

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli, who gave a new direction to Indian Test cricket, is in fifth place. Who scored 2169 runs in 51 innings. Kohli’s BGT record, including nine centuries, has always been strong. His aggressive style and hunger for challenge earns him a firm place in this prestigious list.

Hong Kong Sixes 2026: Pakistan has won the title of Hong Kong Sixes 2025. After this, in the presentation ceremony, the team was so embarrassed that everyone is enjoying on social media. In fact, when the players were talked to after winning the trophy, their attempt to speak English became a cause of laughter among the people. The situation became so strange that the media in-charge of PCB himself, who was playing the role of translator, also got stuck. Its video is now becoming increasingly viral on social media.

Pakistan won the title for the sixth time

Talking about the match, Pakistan registered a spectacular victory by defeating Kuwait by 43 runs in the final match. This tournament was of six overs each, in which the batsmen used a lot of fireworks. Pakistan captain Abbas Afridi scored 52 runs in just 11 balls, in which 2 fours and 7 sixes came from his bat. Abdul Samad also supported Afridi very well by scoring 42 runs in 13 balls in an aggressive manner.

The team made a mountain-like score of 135 runs in the stipulated 6 overs. In reply, Kuwait’s team was all out after scoring only 92 runs. Bowling was also important in Pakistan’s victory, where Abbas Afridi, Abdul Samad and Muhammad Shahzad took 1 wicket each. Afridi was chosen ‘Player of the Match’ for his all-round performance.

Bolti Band at the presentation ceremony

But the joy of victory became a laughing matter after some time. When Pakistani players and officials were talking to the media while receiving the trophy, the people present there started laughing after hearing their broken English. The special thing is that the media manager of PCB, who was present in this event as the team’s translator, his English also surprised everyone.

Trust me he is the GM Media of PCB, currently serving as the team’s translator at the Hong Kong tournament. Ironically, his original posting was in the PCB archives department. I still remember once he accompanied a top Pakistan cricketer to a presentation ceremony. When they… pic.twitter.com/BzYpZ1fwoS

— Sanaullah Khan (@Sanaullahpaktv) November 9, 2025

As soon as the video went viral, people started making fun of the Pakistan team on social media.

Pakistan created a new record

However, despite the controversy, it was a historic victory for Pakistan. With this victory, Pakistan has won the Hong Kong Sixes title for the sixth time, which is the most by any team. South Africa and England have won this title five times each.

The Indian women’s cricket team has won the title of ODI World Cup 2025 just a few days ago. For this he received prize money of about Rs 40 crore. Apart from this, BCCI gave a gift of Rs 51 crore to Team India and the players also received personal gifts from their respective states. Meanwhile, the Indian men’s team has defeated Australia 2-1 in the T20 series at their home. Has Team India received any prize money for winning this series? Know what is ICC’s rule regarding this.

Did Team India get prize money?

Team India has not received any prize money for winning the T20 series against Australia. As per rules, there is no provision of prize money for winning any bilateral series. Since bilateral series are not organized by a global governing body like ICC or ACC. The India vs Australia series was organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in Australia (CA).

If any series is being organized in Australia, then the responsibility of hosting will be on the Australian Cricket Board. India has not won a T20 series by going to Australia. ICC has not made any such rule that there should be prize money in bilateral series.

Players get match fees

On winning any bilateral series, a trophy is given to the winning team. A trophy is given to the player who becomes the Player of the Series. In some series and domestic tournaments, prize money is given to the player who becomes Player of the Series and also to the Player of the Match. But it is not necessary that this happens in every series being played in the world. But there is no rule to give prize money to the winning team in bilateral series.

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The fifth T20 match between India and Australia has been canceled due to rain. Only 4.5 overs were played in the match, in which Team India had scored 52 runs. After that the match could not be started again. With this, the Indian team has won the five-match series 2-1. As head coach, Gautam Gambhir has continued the streak of not losing the T20 series.

In the fifth T20 match played at the historic Gabba ground in Brisbane, Australia won the toss and chose to bowl first. When Shubhman Gill and Abhishek Sharma came to start the Indian innings, both of them started swinging the bat from the very beginning. Team India scored 19 runs in the first 2 overs, but within no time the score had reached 47 runs in 4 overs.

The fifth ball of the fifth over was bowled, after which the game was stopped due to heavy rain. After that, when the match could not start for about 2 hours and 15 minutes, the match was declared cancelled. Earlier, the first match of the series was also lost due to rain.

India won the series 2-1

The first match was washed out due to rain, whereas in the second T20 match played in Melbourne, the Australian team won by 4 wickets. But in the third match, Team India made a comeback and won by 5 wickets. In this match, India won due to the lethal bowling of Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakraborty. After that, Team India won the fourth match and took a 2-1 lead in the series.

India was leading 2-1 in the series, so the cancellation of the Brisbane T20 match went in favor of the Indian team. As a result, they have won the series 2-1.

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