January 16, 2026 | KV Sports News Online
The Indian cricket community is in a heated debate today. Following India’s narrow loss in the 2nd ODI against New Zealand, Assistant Coach Ryan ten Doeschate sparked a massive controversy by publicly questioning Nitish Reddy’s tactical awareness.
Aakash Chopra Hits Back
Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has come to the defense of the youngster, stating that public criticism of a rising star is "counter-productive." The drama has divided social media, with the hashtag #SupportNitishReddy trending across India.
Key Highlights:
- India lost the 2nd ODI by 12 runs.
- Nitish Reddy scored 34(28) but was criticized for his shot selection.
- Fans call for management to support players rather than blame them.
What This Means for the 3rd ODI?
With the series leveled, all eyes are now on the team selection for the final match. Will Nitish be dropped, or will he get a chance to prove his critics wrong?
Stay tuned to KV Sports News Online for live updates and expert analysis.
BCCI Big Move: Shreyas Iyer & Ravi Bishnoi Recalled for New Zealand T20I Series
Breaking News: The BCCI Selection Committee has officially announced the squad for the upcoming 3-match T20I series against New Zealand starting next week. The big news is the return of Shreyas Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi.
| Player Status | Reason |
|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer | Recalled (Middle Order Stability) |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Recalled (Spin Variation) |
| Tilak Varma | OUT (Injury) |
Why These Changes Matter
With the T20 World Cup cycle beginning to heat up, Shreyas Iyer’s return provides much-needed experience to the middle order. Meanwhile, Ravi Bishnoi's inclusion suggests the team is looking for aggressive wicket-taking options in the powerplay.
Search Tags: #IndVsNZ #BCCI #ShreyasIyer #CricketSquad2026 #TeamIndia
"Get Out of the Way!" — Steve Smith Denies Single to Babar Azam, Smashes 32 Runs in Next Over!
Sydney, Jan 16, 2026: A hilarious yet intense moment between two modern-day greats, Babar Azam and Steve Smith, has taken the internet by storm during the Sydney Derby in the Big Bash League (BBL).
The Conflict: Why Babar was Fuming
During the 11th over of the Sydney Sixers' chase, Babar Azam played a shot to the deep and wanted a single to get off strike. However, Steve Smith flatly refused the run, leaving Babar visibly frustrated at the non-striker's end. Fans were shocked to see the Pakistan captain's reaction as he gestured in disbelief.
The Masterstroke
Smith's arrogance was backed by pure genius. In the very next over, Smith took full strike and hammered four consecutive sixes and a boundary, collecting 32 runs from the over. He finished with a legendary 100 off just 42 balls.
Post-Match Reaction: Smith later revealed he wanted the strike to target the specific bowler. Babar Azam contributed 47 runs, but the headlines belong to Smith’s "selfish" genius. What do you think of Smith's move? Let us know in the comments!
Tags: #BBL2026 #BabarAzam #SteveSmith #CricketDrama #SydneySixers
RCB Remains Unbeatable! Richa Ghosh & Radha Yadav Stun Gujarat Giants in WPL 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have continued their dominant run in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. In a high-stakes match at the DY Patil Stadium, RCB posted a massive 182/7 against Gujarat Giants.
| Top Performer | Stats |
|---|---|
| Richa Ghosh | 58* (32 balls) |
| Radha Yadav | 3 Wickets |
RCB is now at the top of the points table with 3 wins in 3 matches. Is this finally the year for the RCB women to lift the trophy again?
IPL 2026 Mega Auction: Retentions, RTM Rules, and The 5 Biggest Trades Revealed!
By KV Sports News Online | Updated: January 16, 2026
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As the IPL 2026 Mega Auction approaches, the cricket world is buzzing with rumors about which superstars will stay with their franchises and who will go under the hammer. With the BCCI introducing new Right to Match (RTM) rules, the strategy
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