CSK and SRH complete four-player IPL trade; Livingstone and Edwards move to Chennai

CSK and SRH complete four-player trade ahead of IPL 2027

Chennai Super Kings have acquired Liam Livingstone and Jack Edwards from Sunrisers Hyderabad in a four-player trade ahead of IPL 2027. Livingstone moves at a revised fee of INR 6 crore, down from INR 13 crore, while Edwards stays on his INR 3 crore fee. Khaleel Ahmed and Nathan Ellis join SRH at their existing fees of INR 4.8 crore and INR 2 crore, respectively.

CSK managing director K.S. Viswanathan said the team wanted a power-hitting middle-order all-rounder and saw Livingstone as a fit. He described Edwards as a promising seam-bowling all-rounder who could complement Jamie Overton. Edwards has yet to make his IPL debut; Edwards and Ellis both missed the entire 2026 season through injury.

Sri Lanka name 14-player squad for Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy

Sri Lanka Cricket’s selection committee has named a 14-player squad for the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2026. Harshitha Samarawickrama will captain the team, with Kaveesha Dilhari as vice-captain.

The squad is due to leave for the UAE on November 10. The tournament runs from November 12 to 25. The selected players are Sanjana Kavindi, Imesha Dulani, Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kaveesha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Sathya Sandeepani, Rashmika Sewwandi, Sugandika Kumari, Chamudi Praboda, Malki Madara and Chethana Vimukthi.

India-Sri Lanka first ODI moved from Delhi to Visakhapatnam

The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka on December 13, 2026, has been shifted from Delhi to Visakhapatnam. The match will be played at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium.

The venue change followed a request from the Delhi and District Cricket Association, citing potential weather disruption and proposed stadium renovation work. Sportstar had first reported the development on September 27.

Rare wicketkeeping infringement gives Renegades last-ball WBBL win

Melbourne Renegades beat Hobart Hurricanes by four wickets after a wicketkeeping infringement on the final delivery denied the hosts a chance to force a Super Over. Chasing 155, the Renegades needed one run from the last ball with scores level at 154. Lizelle Lee collected Nicola Carey’s delivery in front of the stumps, and the third umpire called a no-ball.

The decision awarded the Renegades the run they needed. Earlier, a slow over-rate penalty had restricted the Hurricanes to two fielders outside the 30-yard circle for the final three deliveries; a boundary on the penultimate ball brought the scores level. Hobart had made 154 for 7, with captain Carey scoring 62, while Renegades captain Sophie Molineux took 4 for 22.

Mustafizur Rahman set for first Big Bash League appearance

Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has signed with Melbourne Renegades as a replacement for injured Jason Behrendorff. Behrendorff was ruled out for the rest of the season with a shoulder injury, and the Renegades said Mustafizur would add experience and variety to their attack.

Mustafizur will miss the Renegades’ opening match against Perth Scorchers because of his ILT20 commitments. The 31-year-old has taken 423 wickets in 331 T20 matches and is yet to play in the BBL.

Jangoo century puts West Indies in control against Bangladesh

West Indies recovered from an early collapse on the opening day of the second Test against Bangladesh after Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud reduced the visitors to 27 for 3. Amir Jangoo and debutant Kevin Wickham then steadied the innings with a substantial partnership.

Jangoo brought up his second Test century, while Wickham made a maiden half-century before Hasan dismissed him. Justin Greaves joined Jangoo, and the pair added an unbeaten 77-run stand. Fading light and then weather brought play to an early close.

Zimbabwe reach 326 for 5 against Afghanistan on first Test day

Zimbabwe finished the first day of the opening Test against Afghanistan on 326 for 5 after choosing to bat. Brendan Taylor top-scored with 131, while Brian Bennett was not out on 71 and Wessly Madhevere had made 29 not out at close.

Innocent Kaia scored 34 and Ben Curran made 42. Zia Ur Rahman Akbar took two wickets for Afghanistan, while Mohammad Saleem, Qais Ahmad and Hashmatullah Shahidi claimed one each.

Scorchers beat Thunder to maintain unbeaten WBBL start

Perth Scorchers beat Sydney Thunder by 17 runs in Sydney on November 5 to maintain their unbeaten start and stay top of the WBBL table. Beth Mooney scored an unbeaten 80 as the Scorchers made 183 for 3; Sophie Devine added 42 and Freya Kemp hit 30 from 10 balls.

Thunder were bowled out for 166 in 19 overs. Alana King took 4 for 35, while Chloe Ainsworth and Devine claimed two wickets each. Phoebe Litchfield top-scored for Thunder with 34.

WPL 2027 to open in Vadodara on January 14

The fifth Women’s Premier League season will run from January 14 to February 7, 2027, with 22 matches across Vadodara and Mumbai. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are scheduled to open against Mumbai Indians in Vadodara.

The five teams will play a double round-robin, with the top three advancing to the playoffs. The first-placed team will go straight to the final, while second and third meet in the Eliminator. Vadodara hosts the opening 11 matches, then the tournament moves to Mumbai after a rest day on January 25.

Mohammad Amir picked by Kandahar Warriors for Afghanistan Premier League

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has been selected by Kandahar Warriors in the Platinum category at the Afghanistan Premier League players’ draft. Amir, who obtained British citizenship in May and is based in England, registered for the tournament as a British national.

Amir has taken 440 wickets in 378 T20 matches and has played in several franchise competitions. More than 30 Pakistani players registered for the draft, but their participation is uncertain amid reported diplomatic tensions and questions over Pakistan Cricket Board clearance.

Tripura stun Saurashtra with 133-run Ranji Trophy win

Tripura beat former champions Saurashtra by 133 runs on Thursday after setting a target of 342. Off-spinner Sandip Sarkar took 4 for 48 in the first innings and followed with 4 for 81 to break into Saurashtra’s top order.

Arpit Vasavada was Saurashtra’s only batter to pass 50, scoring 89 before being run out by Manisankar Murasingh as the final wicket. Tripura’s Sridam Paul was named player of the match after scores of 86 and 50.

Maharashtra beat Bengal by 10 wickets in Ranji Trophy

Maharashtra defeated Bengal by 10 wickets in their Ranji Trophy match, with Sachin Dhas and Prithvi Shaw guiding the chase without losing a wicket. Dhas finished unbeaten on 61 and Shaw on 53, according to Hindustan Times’ live updates.

Earlier in the match, Bengal’s second innings had been interrupted by bad light and rain, leaving the side precariously placed as it tried to save the game. The Hindu reported that Maharashtra had taken a 75-run first-innings lead and Bengal reached 76 for 4 before the weather curtailed play on the third day.

Mark Robinson returns to Sussex as director of cricket

Mark Robinson has returned to Sussex as director of cricket in a part-time role. He will continue as director of cricket at Brighton Aldridge Community Academy. Robinson previously spent five years as a player and a decade as Sussex head coach, leading the club to County Championship titles in 2006 and 2007.

His appointment follows Paul Farbrace’s move to Lancashire. Sussex recorded a £1.3 million trading loss in 2025 and were docked 12 Championship points and one point in each white-ball competition. Robinson also led England Women to the 2017 World Cup title and coached Warwickshire to a County Championship title in 2021.

Shubman Gill has not explained forehead wearable

Shubman Gill wore a small device near his temple during India’s first ODI against New Zealand and in training before the match. Wisden identified it as Temple, a wearable designed to track changes in blood flow near the brain using light sensors.

Gill has not publicly explained why he is using it, and there is no confirmation that it is part of India’s official fitness-monitoring programme. Badminton player P.V. Sindhu has also been seen wearing the device and said it can provide information about recovery and sleep.

Rohit Sharma talks about travel photos and home life

Rohit Sharma spoke about his photography habits with wife Ritika Sajdeh during an appearance on Family Full House. He said they often take fewer photographs of each other than of other people when travelling, leaving them with fewer pictures together.

The programme also discussed Ritika’s cooking. Rohit said he tells her when a dish has too much or too little salt, while adding that she prepares the dishes she makes with care.

Kieron Pollard set to leave MI London head coach role

Kieron Pollard is set to step down as MI London men’s head coach ahead of the 2027 Hundred season. Reports cited by Social News XYZ and CricTracker say he is expected to take time away from the role after his promotion to Mumbai Indians head coach in the IPL.

MI London finished fourth in the 2026 Hundred and missed the knockouts on net run rate after finishing level on points with other teams. The vacancy follows Surrey head coach Gareth Batty’s move to Chennai Super Kings as an assistant coach.

Pakistan players face uncertainty over Abu Dhabi T10 participation

Pakistan players’ participation in the Abu Dhabi T10 is uncertain after the Pakistan Cricket Board sought a fee for no-objection certificates. India Today reported that the PCB demanded USD 10,000 per player, leaving franchises seeking replacements for 14 to 15 Pakistan players signed for the tournament.

The tournament was due to begin November 7. The Economic Times said the PCB had introduced NOC fees for players joining leagues, while India Today reported that franchises had applied for the Abu Dhabi clearances in late September and received the fee demand only days before the competition.

Jayant Goyat claims maiden five-wicket haul for Services

Services fast bowler Jayant Goyat took his first five-wicket haul in first-class cricket against Delhi, returning 5 for 65 in his 12th appearance. The 21-year-old dismissed Yash Dhull, Anuj Rawat and Sumit Mathur among his victims as Delhi were bowled out for 344.

Goyat, who joined the Indian Air Force through the Agniveer scheme, said he had considered quitting cricket during a lean patch but his father encouraged him to continue. His father, Wazir Singh Goyat, was in Haryana’s Ranji squad during Kapil Dev’s final season.

Charli Knott’s century ends Brisbane Heat WBBL drought

Charli Knott struck 104 from 61 balls for Brisbane Heat in their WBBL win over Adelaide Strikers, according to Cricket Australia. The result ended the Heat’s 706-day wait for a victory.

Wisden podcast looks at England, South Africa and Australia

The Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast focused on England’s ODI team conundrum, South Africa’s rise to the top of the Test rankings and whether Australia need to rebuild. The episode also discussed Afghanistan Premier League developments and England’s ODI tri-series experience, with Mark Butcher joining the discussion.

Allan Donald praises Kagiso Rabada’s intensity against Australia

Allan Donald said Kagiso Rabada brings a heightened intensity when playing Australia, praising the fast bowler’s pace and impact after his return from injury. Donald described Rabada as a valuable South African asset and said he could become one of the country’s greatest fast bowlers.

Donald also discussed South Africa’s recent success against Australia in an interview with Hindustan Times.

Simon Harmer discusses South Africa’s Test rise

South Africa off-spinner Simon Harmer discussed the team’s rise and its victory over Australia in a Wisden interview. The conversation also covered Temba Bavuma and Kagiso Rabada’s impact on Test cricket and Harmer’s standing among the world’s leading off-spinners.