Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has brought an end to his 14-year international career after claiming three World Cup titles. In domestic action, Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar broke a 123-year-old world record for runs scored across a player's opening first-class innings. Meanwhile, India captain Shubman Gill cleared his own neck fitness while noting Hardik Pandya must prove match fitness in domestic cricket. Welcome to cricket news today, covering team selections, injury recoveries, Ranji Trophy milestones, and international cricket developments from across the globe.
Chinmay Sutar breaks 123-year-old first-class record with third straight ton
Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar has broken a 123-year-old world record previously associated with Australian legend William Ponsford for the most runs scored across a batter's opening first-class innings. Sutar secured the achievement by scoring an unbeaten 135 against Arunachal Pradesh on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy encounter.
This knock registered Sutar's third consecutive century in the domestic competition. His record-setting run began with an exceptional opening stretch in first-class cricket, where he previously posted an unbeaten 400 against Nagaland followed by 125 against Meghalaya, leading directly into his milestone innings against Arunachal Pradesh.
Why it matters: Indian domestic cricket followers will want to track the extraordinary rise of Mizoram's record-breaking run-scorer.
↑ HeadlinesPrasidh Krishna cleared fit for New Zealand Test series after hamstring rehab
Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna has been declared fully fit by the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. The clearance came following two days of intensive match simulations at the facility. Krishna had been sidelined after suffering a left hamstring injury in October, an issue that forced him to miss India's five-match ODI series against New Zealand.
Krishna will now travel to New Zealand to take part in India A's third unofficial Test in Lincoln. That match will serve as preparation before he joins the senior national squad for the upcoming two-Test series, which begins on November 19.
Why it matters: Krishna's recovery bolsters India's pace reserves ahead of the Test series in New Zealand.
↑ HeadlinesGlenn Maxwell announces retirement from international cricket after 14 years
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from international cricket on November 2, 2026, bringing an end to a 14-year international career. The 38-year-old represented Australia across 149 ODIs, 130 T20Is, and seven Tests, collecting three ICC World Cup titles during his time with the national team.
Known as The Big Show, Maxwell finished his international career with 3,990 ODI runs, 2,897 T20I runs, 10 international centuries, and 136 wickets. His career highlights included multiple record-breaking performances, prominently featured by his memorable unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan during the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Why it matters: Fans bid farewell to one of the most destructive and decorated white-ball match-winners of the modern era.
↑ HeadlinesShubman Gill confirms Hardik Pandya must play domestic cricket before recall
Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill confirmed on Tuesday in Auckland that injured all-rounder Hardik Pandya must prove his match fitness in domestic cricket before returning to the national side. Pandya has been sidelined with multiple physical issues since the IPL.
His international comeback was most recently delayed by a right shin problem. Gill explained that the team management stays in regular contact with Pandya as the side builds towards the 2027 World Cup, requiring him to play domestic matches first.
Why it matters: Indian fans now have a clear roadmap for when and where Pandya will make his competitive return.
↑ HeadlinesShubman Gill passes fitness drills and discusses middle-order flexibility
Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Auckland ahead of the first ODI against New Zealand, India captain Shubman Gill confirmed he is free of discomfort from a recurring neck issue. Gill successfully completed extended batting and fielding practice drills without experiencing any lingering physical limitations before the series opener.
Gill also addressed squad combinations, indicating that India will utilize a flexible middle order featuring Axar Patel and KL Rahul. In addition to discussing tactical setups, the skipper reaffirmed that all-rounder Hardik Pandya will have to feature in domestic cricket to prove his match fitness before rejoining the national squad.
“No issue… I batted for close to one and a half hours and did my fielding without any trouble too. No issue at all”
Shubman Gill
Why it matters: Gill's fitness clearance and tactical clarity provide stability for India entering the New Zealand ODI series.
↑ HeadlinesDevon Conway ruled out of first ODI against India following concussion
New Zealand opening batter Devon Conway has been ruled out of the first ODI against India at Eden Park in Auckland after suffering a concussion during a fielding training session. The incident occurred on Tuesday when Conway collided with fast bowler Matt Henry while attempting to catch an aerial ball.
Conway was taken to hospital for an examination following the training accident. With the opener unavailable, wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert is set to replace him in the New Zealand playing eleven for the series opener against the visiting Indian team.
Why it matters: Conway's sudden absence reshuffles New Zealand's top order right before facing India's bowling attack.
↑ HeadlinesICC reprimands Ashwell Prince and Kyle Verreynne over DRS dissent
The International Cricket Council has handed official reprimands and one demerit point each to South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince and player Kyle Verreynne. The disciplinary sanctions followed an incident during the third Test against Australia at Newlands, where both individuals showed dissent toward on-field umpires Richard Illingworth and Richard Kettleborough.
The issue began when batter Marques Ackerman had his Decision Review System request denied by the umpires after the 15-second timer elapsed. Prince shouted at the umpires asserting that sufficient review time remained, while Verreynne instructed Ackerman to stay on the pitch, causing a delay in the batter's departure.
“Prince and Verreynne were found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to showing dissent at an umpire's decision during an international match.”
ICC
Why it matters: The penalties highlight the ICC's strict enforcement of time limits and player conduct during DRS referrals.
↑ HeadlinesOrla Prendergast reflects on historic Women's Premier League contract
Irish all-rounder Orla Prendergast shared her thoughts on becoming the first player from Ireland to secure a contract in the Women's Premier League. The 24-year-old was acquired by Gujarat Giants for Rs 30 lakh ahead of the tournament's upcoming fifth edition, which will run from January 14 to February 7, 2027.
Prendergast spoke about the achievement from Brisbane, where she is currently playing for Brisbane Heat in the Women's Big Bash League. She expressed her excitement regarding the upcoming opportunity to participate in the Indian domestic competition alongside international peers when the WPL season begins in January.
Why it matters: Prendergast's signing opens new territory for Irish cricket in the premier global franchise league.
↑ HeadlinesAndre Coley appointed interim head coach for West Indies women's team
Cricket West Indies has appointed Andre Coley as the interim head coach of the West Indies women's team for their upcoming home series against Pakistan in December. The bilateral series will take place at Windsor Park in Dominica and will feature three One-Day Internationals along with three Twenty20 Internationals.
Coley takes over from Shane Deitz, whose three-year tenure concluded by mutual agreement on October 31. During his stint in charge of the squad, Deitz helped lead the West Indies women to back-to-back semi-final appearances at the T20 World Cup tournaments in both 2024 and 2026.
Why it matters: The West Indies women's side begins a new coaching phase as they prepare for a key home series against Pakistan.
↑ HeadlinesQuick hits
- Gujarat wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel scored an unbeaten 210 off 227 balls against Kerala to record his maiden first-class double century in the Ranji Trophy.
- The BCCI has invited applications for the roles of fielding coach for the Senior Women's National Team and head physiotherapist for the Senior Men's National Team before the November 16 deadline.
- New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner stated that his bowling unit has devised specific plans for veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of their ODI series.
- Tamil Nadu batter Pradosh Ranjan Paul scored 208 to help power his side to 571/7 declared against Chandigarh in their Ranji Trophy clash.
- Mohammad Amir confirmed he will not enter the IPL 2027 mini-auction, denying suggestions that he would register as a British citizen.
Frequently asked questions
Which world record did Chinmay Sutar break?
Chinmay Sutar broke a 123-year-old world record previously associated with William Ponsford for the most runs scored across a batter's opening first-class innings. He reached the milestone by hitting his third consecutive Ranji Trophy century with an unbeaten 135 against Arunachal Pradesh.
Why is Hardik Pandya required to play domestic cricket?
Indian captain Shubman Gill stated that Hardik Pandya must prove his match fitness in domestic cricket before returning to the national team. Pandya has been sidelined with multiple injuries since the IPL, including a recent right shin problem.
Why was Devon Conway ruled out of the first ODI against India?
Devon Conway suffered a concussion after colliding with fast bowler Matt Henry during an aerial catch attempt in fielding practice. Tim Seifert has been named to replace him in the playing eleven for the series opener.
What international achievements did Glenn Maxwell retire with?
Glenn Maxwell retired with three ICC World Cup titles across 149 ODIs, 130 T20Is, and seven Tests. He finished his 14-year international career for Australia with 10 centuries, 136 wickets, and iconic innings like his unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan in 2023.
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