Thursday, April 30
Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson staged a comeback to defeat Santiago Gonzalez and David Pel 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3 in the Australian Open men's doubles. Play was halted for nearly four hours due to the heat rule, after which the tenth seeds found their rhythm. They advanced to face Brazil's Luz and Matos in the round of 16.
The ICC has replaced Bangladesh with Scotland in the 2026 T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh Cricket Board refused to travel to India. Despite extensive dialogue and a deadline, the BCB maintained its objections over security assessments, a stance the ICC deemed an unhealthy precedent. The decision was finalized after the BCB failed to confirm participation.
Jannik Sinner battled severe heat and cramping at the Australian Open, struggling against Eliot Spizzirri before a heat-induced roof closure and break allowed him to recover. He ultimately secured a tough 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 victory. Meanwhile, veteran Stan Wawrinka's impressive run ended as he was defeated by Taylor Fritz.
Bangladesh have been officially replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup after the ICC ruled that BCB’s demands did not align with its policy. ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta informed the Board and invited Scotland, citing their strong recent performances and No.14 ranking. Scotland, seen as the most deserving associate team, will play in Group C with matches in Kolkata and Mumbai.
Former India batter Aakash Chopra questions Sanju Samson's T20I spot against New Zealand, citing repeated dismissals. Despite India's series lead, Samson's struggles, particularly his driving shots, are concerning. With Ishan Kishan in form and the T20 World Cup approaching, Samson faces mounting pressure to perform, even on his home ground.
The ICC has officially replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for the men’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. Scotland will play in Group C with Italy, Nepal, West Indies and England. The move follows Bangladesh’s refusal to tour India over security concerns, which the ICC rejected after risk assessments found no direct threat.
The ICC has officially replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for the men’s T20 World Cup 2026, starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. Scotland will play in Group C with Italy, Nepal, West Indies and England. The move follows Bangladesh’s refusal to tour India over security concerns, which the ICC rejected after risk assessments found no direct threat.
