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Cricket Daily Digest – October 3, 2026

The latest cricket headlines, match reaction, squad news, tournament updates and talking points from around the world.

Rajasthan Royals star creates history, surpasses Chris Gayle for highest T20 score

Lhuan-dre Pretorius produced a record-breaking innings on Friday, smashing an unbeaten 188 off just 79 balls for South Africa’s Titans against the Knights in a CSA T20 Challenge fixture.

The Times of India


Rohit Sharma becomes fastest opener to 10,000 ODI runs, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s record

Rohit Sharma broke Sachin Tendulkar’s 22-year-old record for the fastest 10,000 ODI runs as an opening batter during the third ODI against the West Indies in New Chandigarh on Saturday, October 3. Rohit also became the fourth batter to complete 10,000 runs as an opener in the 50-over format.

Cricket Addictor


India Clinch Gold After Hard-Fought Battle Against Pakistan

India clinched the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket gold medal after beating Pakistan by 19 runs in a hard-fought final. India entered the contest as clear favourites, but Pakistan made them work much harder for the victory than many expected.

Cric Informer


De Zorzi out of SA’s series opener against Australia with hamstring niggle

Ackerman could debut for SA in Durban with de Zorzi unavailable

Espncricinfo


Fatima Sana signs for Perth Scorchers in major 2026 WBBL coup

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has signed a one-year deal with Perth Scorchers for 2026 WBBL, becoming only the second Pakistan player to feature in the competition.

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England set for Zimbabwe return at 2027 ODI World Cup after 23 years

England have been drawn in Group B for the 2027 ODI World Cup, with a fixture in Harare marking their first match on Zimbabwean soil since 2004.

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Abhishek Sharma’s father spotted in SRH jersey amid franchise exit rumours

Raj Kumar Sharma gave a media interview in a Sunrisers Hyderabad jersey as reports of his son’s unhappiness with the franchise continue to circulate.

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Rajkumar Sharma appointed DDCA State Mentor ahead of 2026-27 domestic season

The Dronacharya awardee and Virat Kohli’s childhood coach takes on mentorship role to strengthen Delhi’s cricket pathway.

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Smaran’s fighting century rescues RoI, and grows lead to 265

J&K were as frustrated by his unbroken 109-run ninth-wicket stand with Mukesh Choudhary as they were with their 21 no-balls

Espncricinfo


Ali Khan recalled to USA ODI squad after three-year absence

USA have named their squad for a four-match tri-series ODI assignment, recalling fast bowler Ali Khan and Jasdeep Singh as they build towards the World Cup Qualifiers in February.

Cric Tracker


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Vancouver Anchors and Mississauga Masters qualify for Canada Super 60 Season 2 semi-finals

Zaheer Khan co-owned Vancouver Anchors and Sikandar Raza-led Mississauga Masters both secured semi-final berths on Day 4 of Canada Super 60 Season 2.

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‘Bowl according to the batter’ – Naman Dhir reveals Ravindra Jadeja’s advice ahead of 3rd ODI

The young all-rounder reveals the simple plans shared by Jadeja to adjust his bowling strategy.

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Sanju Samson Exposed Again: Vaibhav, Not Sanju, Is What Team India Needs

Sanju Samson’s struggles on difficult batting surfaces have once again raised a serious question for Team India: if India have to choose between Samson and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in their T20 setup, should they now invest in the younger batter? There is no doubt about Samson’s ability.

Cric Informer


India opt to bat against West Indies, Kamboj to make debut

India have handed an ODI debut to bowling all-rounder Anshul Kamboj, who was named as replacement for injured pacer Prasidh Krishna

The Hindu


George Bailey explains Nic Maddinson’s surprise Australia call-up despite 19-month first-class absence

Australian selector George Bailey defends Nic Maddinson’s surprise Test squad inclusion after extended absence from first-class cricket.

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