Bangladesh's umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat took his spot as the third umpire during the thrilling final ODI between India and New Zealand in Indore. Despite some security drama between the BCCI and BCB, Shubman Gill won the toss and decided to bowl first, hoping to chase down runs on a high-scoring pitch. Talk about pressure!
Cricket
EnglishQuick rundown
- 1.Bangladesh's Sharfuddoula Saikat keeps his third-umpire gig rolling in Indore amid security whispers.
- 2.ICC says no BCB clearance is needed for Saikat to officiate in India—ICC duties trump paperwork.
- 3.Tension between BCCI and BCB over security for the 2026 T20 World Cup lingers like a controversial boundary call.
- 4.Shubman Gill wins the toss and India bowls first at Holkar Stadium, a high-scoring venue never disappoints.
- 5.Arshdeep Singh replaces Prasidh Krishna; NZ name the same XI as Rajkot ODI.