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Ayush Badoni Slams Double Century as Delhi Cross 500 Against Gujarat in Ranji Trophy

  • Ayush Badoni scored a double century for Delhi against Gujarat in the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy.
  • Badoni reached 200 from 233 balls, with 20 fours and two sixes, according to reports on Day 2.
  • Delhi crossed 500 runs in the first innings and were 527 for four at lunch on Day 2.
  • Priyansh Arya had scored 199 on Day 1, falling one run short of a double century.
  • Badoni and Arya shared a 234-run partnership after Delhi had slipped to 142 for three.

Rinku Singh Hits Unbeaten 118 for Second Straight Ranji Trophy Century as Selection Debate Grows

  • Rinku Singh scored an unbeaten 118 off 186 balls against Goa in Kanpur on October 18, 2026.
  • He hit 11 fours and two sixes as Uttar Pradesh were bowled out for 202.
  • Uttar Pradesh had slumped to 137 for nine before Rinku and No. 11 Vansh Chaudhary added 65 runs.
  • Rinku had scored 112 against Bihar in Uttar Pradesh’s opening match of the 2026–27 Ranji Trophy season.
  • The Goa hundred was Rinku’s second consecutive century of the season and 11th first-class hundred, according to match reports.

Cheteshwar Pujara Backs Sanju Samson, Says T20 Consistency Is Overrated

  • Cheteshwar Pujara has backed Sanju Samson amid criticism of the batter’s recent T20 performances.
  • Pujara argued that consistency is overrated in T20 cricket, where impact and match situations matter.
  • Samson’s role at the top of the order has been under scrutiny after a difficult run of scores.
  • The comments come amid discussion of India’s batting combinations and selection choices in T20 internationals.
  • Pujara is best known for his Test batting, making his perspective on T20 selection a contrasting-format viewpoint.

Sachin Baby Scores 16th First-Class Century but Regrets Dismissal as Kerala Recover Against Odisha

  • Sachin Baby scored 112 off 235 balls against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy on October 18, 2026.
  • The century was Baby’s 16th in first-class cricket, all of them in the Ranji Trophy.
  • Kerala had slumped to 18 for three and later 101 for five before recovering.
  • Baby and Mohammed Azharuddeen added 141 runs for the sixth wicket.
  • Azharuddeen was unbeaten on 72 at stumps as Kerala finished the day at 245 for six.

Did you know? Facts about Cricket

  • Badoni’s previous first-class double century was 205 not out against Jharkhand in November 2024. Read the story →
  • Priyansh Arya’s 199 came in just his third Ranji Trophy appearance, according to reports. Read the story →
  • Badoni’s century on Day 1 was his fifth first-class hundred, as reported in the match coverage. Read the story →
  • Delhi’s first-day total of 381 for four was built largely around the 234-run stand between Arya and Badoni. Read the story →
  • Rinku’s unbeaten 118 came from 186 deliveries, with 11 fours and two sixes. Read the story →
  • The century was his second in as many innings in the 2026–27 Ranji Trophy season. Read the story →
  • He scored 112 in the season opener against Bihar before making 118 not out against Goa. Read the story →
  • Rinku was batting with No. 11 Vansh Chaudhary when Uttar Pradesh moved from 137 for nine to 202 all out. Read the story →
  • Pujara has played more than 100 Test matches for India, while Samson’s international career has primarily been in white-ball formats. Read the story →
  • Samson has scored a T20 international century for India, showing his ability to produce high-impact innings. Read the story →
  • In T20 cricket, strike rate and boundary impact are often assessed alongside batting average and consistency. Read the story →
  • Top-order roles can differ between T20 teams depending on whether a batter is asked to anchor, attack, or provide a platform. Read the story →

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🟢 Confirmed · Sportstar

Ayush Badoni Slams Double Century as Delhi Cross 500 Against Gujarat in Ranji Trophy

Delhi captain Ayush Badoni converted his unbeaten overnight century into a double hundred against Gujarat in the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy, while Priyansh Arya’s 199 remained a major feature of Delhi’s dominant batting display.

🟢 Confirmed · NDTV Sports

Rinku Singh Hits Unbeaten 118 for Second Straight Ranji Trophy Century as Selection Debate Grows

Rinku Singh struck an unbeaten 118 against Goa after making 112 against Bihar, giving him consecutive Ranji Trophy centuries for Uttar Pradesh. The innings came after an early collapse and renewed debate among fans about his absence from India’s current plans.

🟡 Report · The Telegraph India

Cheteshwar Pujara Backs Sanju Samson, Says T20 Consistency Is Overrated

Cheteshwar Pujara has backed Sanju Samson amid scrutiny over the wicketkeeper-batter’s recent T20 form, arguing that consistency is often overrated in the format. Pujara’s view adds to the debate over how India should assess top-order batters in a high-risk format.

🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu

Sachin Baby Scores 16th First-Class Century but Regrets Dismissal as Kerala Recover Against Odisha

Sachin Baby made 112 off 235 balls for Kerala against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy, his 16th first-class century. He was pleased with the milestone but disappointed to fall late in the day after edging a delivery down the leg side, as Kerala reached 245 for six.

🟢 Official · Pakistan Cricket Board

Pakistan to Wear Pink Jerseys Against England on October 25 for Breast Cancer Awareness

The Pakistan Cricket Board will dedicate the fourth ODI against England at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on October 25 to breast cancer awareness, with pink kits, pink stumps and campaign messages promoting early detection and timely treatment.

🟢 Confirmed · NDTV Profit

Nepal vs Oman Live Streaming: Where to Watch ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 Match in India

Nepal face hosts Oman in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 on October 19 at Al Amerat. Indian viewers can stream the match on FanCode with an active subscription; no television broadcaster was confirmed in the published viewing guide.

🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu

Ravi Shastri Backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s India T20I Return Ahead of New Zealand Tour

Ravi Shastri says Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s experience makes his India T20I recall an obvious choice ahead of the five-match New Zealand series beginning October 22. The 36-year-old pacer returns to the national setup after nearly four years away.

🟡 Report · Revsportz

Mohammed Shami Misses Bengal’s Services Ranji Match After Being Left Out of XI

Mohammed Shami was absent from Bengal’s playing XI for their Ranji Trophy match against Services in New Delhi on October 18. A report said the veteran pacer had been rested, while sources close to the team suggested the decision may have been his own.

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India

Shreyas Iyer Says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Must Wait as India Back Established Openers

India captain Shreyas Iyer said teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his next opportunity after not playing in any of the five T20Is against West Indies. Iyer pointed to the consistency of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma as the reason India retained their opening pair throughou

🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India — Shai Hope on success after fifth T20I washout, ICC — India-West Indies share T2

Shai Hope Says West Indies’ Progress Matters After India T20I Series Ends 2-2

West Indies captain Shai Hope said success should not be measured only by series wins after rain abandoned the fifth T20I against India in Bengaluru on October 17, leaving the five-match series tied 2-2. Hope finished as the series’ leading run-scorer with 261 runs in four innings and was named Play

🟢 Confirmed · Sportstar

Tamil Nadu Open Ranji Trophy Campaign Against Uttarakhand at Chepauk

Tamil Nadu begin their 2026–27 Ranji Trophy campaign against Uttarakhand at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, with the season opener offering an early test for the home side.

🟢 Official · Sportstar

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka Begin 2027 World Cup Preparations in ODI Tri-Series

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka begin a seven-match ODI tri-series on October 18, with matches in Rawalpindi and Lahore serving as preparation for the 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup.