In cricket news today, India all-rounder Prema Rawat made history by smashing the fastest half-century in women's T20 cricket, reaching the mark in 14 deliveries. Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from international cricket after a 14-year career spanning 286 matches. In Indian domestic updates, the BCCI moved the IPL 2027 player retention deadline to November 17, and Tilak Varma was selected to lead India A in Doha. Additionally, Mohammed Shami struck early in the Ranji Trophy, while Afghanistan climbed to sixth in the ICC ODI rankings.
Prema Rawat Smashes Fastest Fifty in Women's T20 Cricket
India all-rounder Prema Rawat set the world record for the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket during the Senior Women's T20 Trophy at the MCA Stadium in Pune. Representing Uttarakhand in their clash against Hyderabad, Rawat reached an unbeaten 50 in only 14 deliveries, striking three fours and six sixes in her innings.
This effort surpassed the previous world record of a 15-ball half-century held by Pakistan's Fatima Sana. Rawat backed up her batting display by claiming two wickets for 12 runs with the ball, helping Uttarakhand secure an 89-run victory over Hyderabad in the tournament fixture.
Why it matters: Rawat's record-breaking performance sets a new world milestone in women's T20 cricket while starring for Uttarakhand.
↑ HeadlinesGlenn Maxwell Retires From International Cricket After 14-Year Career
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from international cricket, concluding a 14-year career that featured 286 matches for his country. Maxwell, who won three World Cups with Australia, shared his decision on The Final Word podcast after being left out of the upcoming T20I squad scheduled to face England.
Alongside stepping away from international duties, Maxwell confirmed he is leaving 50-over and four-day state cricket for Victoria. However, the experienced all-rounder stated that he will remain available to play in the Big Bash League.
Why it matters: Maxwell concludes a career featuring three World Cup titles while remaining active in the Big Bash League.
↑ HeadlinesBCCI Extends IPL 2027 Player Retention Deadline to November 17
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has given all ten Indian Premier League franchises two more days to complete their player retention and release lists. The governing body pushed back the deadline from November 15 to November 17, 2026, for all teams across the competition.
The extension was implemented so the administrative cut-off would not clash with the fifth and final ODI between India and New Zealand at Mount Maunganui. The date and venue for the IPL 2027 mini-auction remain unchanged, with the auction taking place on December 16 in Goa.
Why it matters: Franchises receive extra time to lock in their squads without an overlap with India's international match.
↑ HeadlinesTilak Varma to Captain India A in Rising Stars Asia Cup
The BCCI has announced a 15-player India A squad for the ACC Men's Rising Stars Asia Cup, which will take place in Doha from November 19 to 29. Tilak Varma will captain the side, with Rajat Patidar serving as the team's vice-captain for the tournament.
The squad features international opener Abhishek Sharma and 15-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Fast bowler Harshit Rana makes his return to competitive cricket as part of the group, having recovered from an injury picked up during the tour of England.
Why it matters: The tournament gives leadership duties to Tilak Varma alongside young Indian talents and returning pacer Harshit Rana.
↑ HeadlinesSarfaraz Khan Voices Frustration Over Continued Indian Test Absence
Mumbai middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan voiced bitterness and emotional frustration regarding his ongoing exclusion from the Indian national Test squad. He spoke to reporters at Brabourne Stadium following the opening day of Mumbai's Ranji Trophy encounter against Railways.
Sarfaraz explained that losing 22 kilograms and scoring heavily in domestic cricket have still not resulted in a recall to the national side. He noted that seeing his father work hard remains his primary motivation to keep waking up for early morning training sessions.
Why it matters: Sarfaraz Khan continues to miss out on Test selection despite his domestic performances and physical changes.
↑ HeadlinesICC Receives Over 120 Million Ticket Applications for 2027 World Cup
The International Cricket Council confirmed that global ticket applications for the 2027 Men's Cricket World Cup have crossed 120 million. The tournament will be co-hosted across 12 venues in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, featuring a total of 57 matches.
Nearly 2.8 million individual supporters from 193 countries submitted requests through the ballot. Fans from India, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia contributed the highest volumes of interest. The open ballot remains accessible to applicants until November 21, 2026.
Why it matters: Massive global demand shows significant supporter interest ahead of the 2027 tournament across Africa.
↑ HeadlinesAustralia Women's Tour of South Africa Shifted to March 2027
Cricket Australia and Cricket South Africa have agreed to postpone Australia Women's inaugural bilateral tour of South Africa by one week. The multi-format series has now been rescheduled to run from 24 March to 18 April 2027.
The calendar adjustment was made to accommodate both teams taking part in the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy, set to occur in India during February 2027. The rescheduled tour will include three T20Is, three ODIs, and a historic one-off Test match held at Buffalo Park in KuGompo City.
“Hosting a heralded team like Australia will always be a special occasion, let alone doing so for the first time”
Pholetsi Moseki
Why it matters: The schedule change allows both teams to feature in the first ICC Women's Champions Trophy in India.
↑ HeadlinesAustralia Rest Senior Fast Bowlers for Home White-Ball Series Against England
Cricket Australia has announced its ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming home white-ball series against England, which includes three ODIs and five T20Is. Experienced fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood have been rested ahead of a demanding Test schedule.
Mitchell Marsh will captain the Australian sides, which feature several new players selected by the selectors. The newcomers included across the white-ball groups are Mahli Beardman, Oliver Peake, Jack Edwards, and Nikhil Chaudhary.
“These ODI and T20 matches provide several players, many of whom have had opportunities on recent tours, with a great chance to further demonstrate their ability against very strong opposition.”
George Bailey
Why it matters: Australia is managing pacer workloads while presenting chances to newer players against England.
↑ HeadlinesMohammed Shami Strikes Twice on Ranji Trophy Opening Day for Bengal
Bengal fast bowler Mohammed Shami took two wickets against Maharashtra on the first day of their Ranji Trophy contest at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Shami dismissed opening batter Prithvi Shaw and Digvijay Patil before bad light stopped play.
His twin strikes reduced Maharashtra to 21 for 2 after Bengal had been bowled out for 143 earlier in the day. The performance took Shami's tally to 12 wickets across three Ranji Trophy matches played this season.
Why it matters: Shami adds to his domestic wicket tally in the Ranji Trophy while getting game time with Bengal.
↑ HeadlinesAfghanistan Rise to Record Sixth Position in ICC ODI Rankings
Afghanistan reached sixth place in the official ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings on Monday, securing their highest-ever ranking in the 50-over format. They moved ahead of Sri Lanka with 94 rating points following an impressive run of international results.
Their climb came after a 4-0 away series victory against Ireland and an undefeated tri-series campaign facing Zimbabwe and Bangladesh. Afghanistan, who debuted in ODI cricket in 2009, now trail only India, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan, and Australia in the standings.
Why it matters: Afghanistan's climb above Sri Lanka marks their highest standing in 50-over cricket since their 2009 debut.
↑ HeadlinesQuick hits
- Cricket South Africa recalled Tony de Zorzi, Anrich Nortje, and Zubayr Hamza for their two-match Test series against Bangladesh, while Lungi Ngidi was ruled out with a hamstring injury.
- Ireland batter Rebecca Stokell entered a voluntary suspension following a procedural anti-doping violation concerning prescription medication during the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup.
- Ravichandran Ashwin stated on his YouTube show that Bhuvneshwar Kumar's national recall chances are slim following his displays in New Zealand, backing Mohammed Shami's form instead.
- The ICC fined Pakistan five per cent of their match fees after captain Shaheen Shah Afridi accepted a slow over-rate charge from the tri-series final against Sri Lanka.
- Sophie Devine's 4 for 17 and Alana King's 3 for 17 helped Perth Scorchers defend 124 for 9 to defeat Melbourne Stars by 15 runs in the WBBL.
Frequently asked questions
Who scored the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket?
Prema Rawat scored the fastest fifty in women's T20 cricket, reaching the mark in 14 balls for Uttarakhand against Hyderabad to surpass Fatima Sana's 15-ball record.
Has Glenn Maxwell retired from all forms of cricket?
No, Maxwell has retired from international cricket and state cricket for Victoria, but he remains available to play in the Big Bash League.
What is the new deadline for IPL 2027 player retentions?
The BCCI extended the retention deadline to November 17, 2026, granting franchises two additional days to avoid a clash with India's fifth ODI against New Zealand.
Who is captaining India A in the 2026 Rising Stars Asia Cup?
Tilak Varma was named captain of the 15-player India A squad, with Rajat Patidar selected as his vice-captain for the tournament in Doha.
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