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Sri Lanka tour of India 2023

With captain Rohit Sharma and maverick batter Virat Kohli excluded from India's T20I squad against Sri Lanka, elegant batter Sanju Samson earned a much-deserved place in India's playing XI for the first T20I against the neighbouring country on January 03 (Tuesday).

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'One more occasion where it has disappointed': Gavaskar, Gambhir strongly react to Sanju Samson's latest failure

Team India kick-started 2023 on a winning note after debutant Shivam Mavi delivered a dream spell with the ball and rolled out the Men in Blue's path to a thrilling victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20I at the Wankhede Stadium on January 03 (Tuesday).

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Watch: Generational talent Umran Malik delivers the fastest ball ever by an Indian pacer, shatters Jasprit Bumrah's record

Team India kick-started 2023 on a winning note after debutant Shivam Mavi delivered a dream spell with the ball and rolled out the Men in Blue's path to a thrilling victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20I at the Wankhede Stadium on January 03 (Tuesday).

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Watch: Ishan Kishan shocks Hardik Pandya with acrobatic catch, leaves fans wonderstruck in India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I

Hardik Pandya's brigade earned a two-run victory over Sri Lanka in a thrilling first T20I of the three-match series on Tuesday (January 3), thanks to Shivam Mavi's exceptional four-wicket hall which came on his India debut in the shortest format of the game. Meanwhile, India skipper Hardik Pandya, who struck a decent 29 off 27 and followed it up with a brilliant three-over spell while conceding just 12 runs, said in a post match conference that he is eager to see how his team tackles difficult situations as he seeks to mould it into an outfit capable of ending the country's barren run in world events.

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‘I want to put this team in difficult situations because..’: Skipper Hardik after India's thrilling win over Sri Lanka in 1st T20I

Team India started off their New Year on a winning note as Shivam Mavi's dream debut helped the Men in Blue to peg back Sri Lanka in a thrilling opener of the three-match T20I series at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday (January 3).

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IND vs SL, 1st T20I: India ride on Shivam Mavi's dream debut to peg back Sri Lanka in thrilling opener, lead series 1-0

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video of Suryakumar batting the nets at the Wankhede Stadium on January 02 (Monday).

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Watch: As dream home debut awaits Suryakumar Yadav, the best T20I batter lights up Wankhede Stadium with explosive shots

Ahead of the 1st T20I against Sri Lanka, Team head coach Rahul Dravid, captain Hardik Pandya and other players wished for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery.

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Rishabh Pant car accident: Team India coach and players pray for Pant's speedy recovery in a heartwarming video; watch here!

Team India will begin its first assignment of 2023 against Sri Lanka on January 03 (Tuesday).

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India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch

Former India's star batter Gautam Gambhir has his doubts on Suryakumar Yadav's newly entrusted deputy role for the Men in Blue's T20I series against Sri Lanka. While Hardik Pandya will be leading the Indian pack in the three-match T20I series against the Island Nation, Suryakumar will assist him being the vice-captain of the side.

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‘Wait and watch, once Rohit comes into the T20 squad..’: Gambhir's big statement on Hardik-Surya's uncertain leadership roles

The Men in Blue are gearing up for three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka as Hardik Pandya will be seen spearheading the Indian pack in absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, Pandya on the eve of the first T20I against the Island Nation on Tuesday (January 2) revealed his New Year resolution for the Indian team, which is to win the ODI World Cup 2023 to be held in India later this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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‘The biggest, we will try everything in our capacity to win..’: Hardik Pandya's new year resolution for Team India ahead of SL series

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India Test legend Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from all forms of Indian Cricket on August 24, sharing an emotional social media post. 

Cheteshwar Pujara scored 7195 Test runs in 103	matches. 

Cheteshwar Pujara last featured for India in 2023 during WTC final against Australia. 

Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement on August 24. 

Century maker Cheteshwar Pujara of India looks to the sky after his dismissal during day two of the Third Test match in the series between Australia and India at Melbourne Cricket Ground 

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Ahead of ODI World Cup 2025, South Africa's Dane van Niekerk has reversed her retirement as the fitness regulations have been relaxed.

Dane van Niekerk retired from international cricket in 2023.

Van Niekerk has apologised to Cricket South Africa for early retirement call.

Van Niekerk is among 20 players selected for training camp ahead of ODI World Cup 2025. 

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Tennis

Venus Williams will make her return to the US Open after a 16-month hiatus, with Fiance Andrea Preti cheering her.


Venus Williams makes her US Open return after a 16-month break, aiming for her first Grand Slam win in over four years.

Fiancé Andrea Preti supports Williams from the sidelines, capturing her focused yet joyful practice sessions ahead of the first-round match against Karolina Muchova.

Venus Williams Trains prior to the start of the US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 20, 2025 in New York City.

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Puja Pabari penned a heartfelt note for Pujara after the latter announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Sunday

Cheteshwar Pujara's wife shared a heartfelt message for him

Pujara recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket 

Cheteshwar Pujara with his wife Puja Pabari

'Glad you always gave it your all...': Cheteshwar Pujara's wife shares heartfelt message after the 37-year-old's retirement

Alexanda Eala etched her name in the history, as she became the first Filipino to win a Grand Slam main-draw singles match at US Open.


Alexandra Eala became the first player from the Philippines to win a Grand Slam main-draw singles match, defeating Clara Tauson 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (11) at the US Open.

Eala credits her family, including her brother and former swimmer mother, for inspiring her ambitious journey in tennis.

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates match point against Clara Tauson of Denmark (not pictured) during their Women's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2025 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

India vs Sri Lanka Full Scorecard

IND vs SL, 1st T20I, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, 03 January 2023 - Info

'One more occasion where it has disappointed': Gavaskar, Gambhir strongly react to Sanju Samson's latest failure

Match Details

Sri Lanka tour of India, 2023

Tue 3 January, 19:00:00 IST

Sri Lanka, who chose to field

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 07

SL
248/7 (50.0 ov)

IND
138 (26.1 ov)

Sri Lanka beat India by 110 runs

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 04

SL
240/9 (50.0 ov)

IND
208 (42.2 ov)

Sri Lanka beat India by 32 runs

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 02

SL
230/8 (50.0 ov)

IND
230 (47.5 ov)

India tied with Sri Lanka

Umpires

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), KN Ananthapadmanabhan (IND) and Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

'One more occasion where it has disappointed': Gavaskar, Gambhir strongly react to Sanju Samson's latest failure

Watch: Generational talent Umran Malik delivers the fastest ball ever by an Indian pacer, shatters Jasprit Bumrah's record

Watch: Ishan Kishan shocks Hardik Pandya with acrobatic catch, leaves fans wonderstruck in India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I

‘I want to put this team in difficult situations because..’: Skipper Hardik after India's thrilling win over Sri Lanka in 1st T20I

IND vs SL, 1st T20I: India ride on Shivam Mavi's dream debut to peg back Sri Lanka in thrilling opener, lead series 1-0

Watch: As dream home debut awaits Suryakumar Yadav, the best T20I batter lights up Wankhede Stadium with explosive shots

Rishabh Pant car accident: Team India coach and players pray for Pant's speedy recovery in a heartwarming video; watch here!

India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch

‘Wait and watch, once Rohit comes into the T20 squad..’: Gambhir's big statement on Hardik-Surya's uncertain leadership roles

‘The biggest, we will try everything in our capacity to win..’: Hardik Pandya's new year resolution for Team India ahead of SL series

India vs Sri Lanka Full Scorecard

IND vs SL, 1st T20I, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, 03 January 2023 - Info

'One more occasion where it has disappointed': Gavaskar, Gambhir strongly react to Sanju Samson's latest failure

Match Details

Sri Lanka tour of India, 2023

Tue 3 January, 19:00:00 IST

Sri Lanka, who chose to field

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 07

SL248/7 (50.0 ov)

IND138 (26.1 ov)

Sri Lanka beat India by 110 runs

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 04

SL240/9 (50.0 ov)

IND208 (42.2 ov)

Sri Lanka beat India by 32 runs

India in Sri Lanka, 3 ODI Series, 2024 On Aug 02

SL230/8 (50.0 ov)

IND230 (47.5 ov)

India tied with Sri Lanka

Umpires

UmpireAnil Chaudhary (IND), KN Ananthapadmanabhan (IND) and Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND)

RefereeJavagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

'One more occasion where it has disappointed': Gavaskar, Gambhir strongly react to Sanju Samson's latest failure

Watch: Generational talent Umran Malik delivers the fastest ball ever by an Indian pacer, shatters Jasprit Bumrah's record

Watch: Ishan Kishan shocks Hardik Pandya with acrobatic catch, leaves fans wonderstruck in India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I

‘I want to put this team in difficult situations because..’: Skipper Hardik after India's thrilling win over Sri Lanka in 1st T20I

IND vs SL, 1st T20I: India ride on Shivam Mavi's dream debut to peg back Sri Lanka in thrilling opener, lead series 1-0

Watch: As dream home debut awaits Suryakumar Yadav, the best T20I batter lights up Wankhede Stadium with explosive shots

Rishabh Pant car accident: Team India coach and players pray for Pant's speedy recovery in a heartwarming video; watch here!

India vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch

‘Wait and watch, once Rohit comes into the T20 squad..’: Gambhir's big statement on Hardik-Surya's uncertain leadership roles

‘The biggest, we will try everything in our capacity to win..’: Hardik Pandya's new year resolution for Team India ahead of SL series

SL
248/7 (50.0 ov)

IND
138 (26.1 ov)

SL
240/9 (50.0 ov)

IND
208 (42.2 ov)

SL
230/8 (50.0 ov)

IND
230 (47.5 ov)

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), KN Ananthapadmanabhan (IND) and Jayaraman Madanagopal (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)