Bangladesh will take on Ireland in the second T20 match of the three-match series on Saturday, aiming to level the series after losing the opener by 39 runs. The match, scheduled for 6 PM local time, will be played on a batting-friendly pitch, raising expectations for a high-scoring contest. While the Irish team opted for optional practice on Friday, the Bangladeshi players took a full rest day following their defeat. Reports suggest that Bangladesh may make at least two changes to their playing XI, possibly replacing one batter and one bowler. Ireland currently lead the series 1–0, and a win today would secure them the series, while Bangladesh must win to stay alive in the contest.

Argentina secured a dominant eight-wicket victory over Brazil in the first T20 of a five-match series held in Buenos Aires on Friday, November 28. Batting first, Brazil managed only 109 runs for eight wickets, with opener Luis Morais scoring an unbeaten 51 off 55 balls. Argentina’s bowlers, led by Lucas Rossi with 3 wickets for just 8 runs and Agustin Rivero with 2 for 18, restricted Brazil effectively. In reply, Argentina chased down the target in just 14.5 overs, thanks to captain Pedro Baron’s 53 off 42 balls. The win gave Argentina a 1–0 lead in the series and extended their unbeaten record against Brazil in T20s to three matches. Both teams began playing international T20 cricket in 2019, with Argentina now holding 17 wins in 29 matches, while Brazil has managed only 4 victories in 16 games. The second match is scheduled for Saturday evening local time.

Saudi Arabia is set to launch its first professional women’s cricket tournament, the Women’s World T20 Challenge, starting in 2026. Organized jointly by FairBreak and Saudi Cricket, the event will feature players from over 35 countries, marking a major step in the kingdom’s growing investment in global sports. The inaugural edition is expected to take place in September or October and will run for two weeks. Six teams, each comprising 15 players, will compete in 19 matches, including a round-robin stage, two semifinals, and a final. Player selection will follow FairBreak’s principles through a selection panel rather than an auction. Although the salary structure is yet to be finalized, top players are expected to earn amounts comparable to those in The Hundred or the Women’s Big Bash League. The initiative underscores Saudi Arabia’s ambition to diversify its sports portfolio and strengthen its presence in international cricket.

Bangladesh Under-17 football team continued their impressive run in the AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers with a 2-1 victory over Bahrain in Chongqing, China. This marks their fourth consecutive win, following dominant victories against Timor-Leste (5-0), Brunei (8-0), and Sri Lanka (5-0). Substitute Bayezid opened the scoring in the 59th minute after a defensive error by Bahrain, while captain Nazmul Huda Faisal set up Manik for a stunning long-range second goal in the 72nd minute. Despite conceding one goal in the 85th minute, Bangladesh held firm to secure the win. The result puts Bangladesh in a strong position to qualify for the final round of the AFC U-17 Asian Cup, needing only a win against hosts China in their final group match on November 30 to top Group A. The young team’s attacking consistency, creative midfield play, and solid defense have drawn praise for their disciplined and confident performance.

Australia have named their squad for the second Test against West Indies in Brisbane, with captain Pat Cummins ruled out due to a lingering lower-back injury. Cummins, who has not played since suffering the injury four months ago, will travel with the team but aims to return for the third Test in Adelaide on December 17. Steve Smith will continue as captain, while fast bowler Josh Hazlewood also remains sidelined with a hamstring problem. Brendon Doggett is expected to open the bowling alongside Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland. Usman Khawaja has been retained in the squad despite recent poor form and back pain that kept him from batting in the second innings of the Perth Test. If Khawaja is dropped, all-rounder Beau Webster could be included to strengthen the bowling lineup. The day-night Test at the Gabba begins on December 4, with Australia looking to build on their emphatic win in the first Test, which ended in just one and a half days.

An extraordinary football incident unfolded in Bolivia during the Copa Bolivia quarterfinal between Blooming and Real Oruro, where a total of 17 red cards were issued. The match ended 2–2, allowing Blooming to advance to the semifinals on aggregate. However, post-match celebrations turned violent as players and coaching staff from both sides clashed. Reports from Bolivian outlet El Potosí described punches being thrown and chaos erupting after Real Oruro’s Sebastián Zeballos and Julio Villao became involved in a brawl. Oruro coach Marcelo Robledo was reportedly injured and taken to hospital after being knocked down. Police intervened using tear gas to control the situation. Official reports confirmed that Blooming had seven players sent off, Real Oruro four, and both teams’ coaches and assistants were also dismissed. Six Blooming players have been banned for the remainder of the tournament due to violent conduct.

Two of world football’s most celebrated teams, Brazil and Argentina, are set to meet not on the football field but on the cricket pitch. Brazil has traveled to Argentina for a five-match T20 cricket series, marking a rare bilateral encounter between the two South American nations in this sport. The first T20 match will begin tomorrow, followed by the second and third matches on November 28 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. local time, respectively. The fourth and fifth matches are scheduled for November 30 at the same times. While both countries are globally known for their football rivalry, their cricketing history is limited, making this series a unique event for fans and a potential boost for cricket’s growth in the region.

Former Bangladesh cricketer and experienced coach Khaled Mahmud Sujon has been appointed as the head coach of Noakhali Express, the newest franchise to join the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The announcement, which gained attention on social media on November 26, was later confirmed by Sujon himself. Sujon, who previously coached the Dhaka franchise to a BPL title and several finals, brings extensive domestic coaching experience to the new team. He recently guided Gulshan Cricket Club to a fifth-place finish in the Premier League, exceeding expectations. Currently serving as the head coach of Rajshahi’s Bangla Track Cricket Academy, Sujon stated that he accepted Noakhali’s offer as he is not tied to national team duties. The addition of Noakhali Express has generated excitement among local fans as the franchise prepares for its debut season.

Former Bangladesh cricket captain Khaled Mashud, popularly known as Pilot, has denied rumors suggesting he is joining the political party Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. The speculation surfaced after his participation in events outside the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Mashud clarified that he remains fully committed to cricket and has no intention of entering politics. He emphasized his lifelong connection to sports, noting his family’s athletic background and his current role as a BCB director working for the development of cricket in the country. Mashud stated that he respects all political parties but has no plans to join any. He attributed the rumors to misunderstandings arising from his involvement in social or sports-related programs beyond BCB activities, urging people not to associate such appearances with political motives.

Bangladesh T20 captain Litton Das has hinted he may step down from leadership duties ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, citing interference in team selection. Despite leading Bangladesh to three consecutive series wins and a strong Asia Cup run, Litton expressed frustration after selectors dropped Shamim Hossain from the Ireland series squad without consulting him. Chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain Lipu stated that fulfilling the captain’s preferences was not his primary responsibility, emphasizing the selectors’ autonomy. Litton revealed he was told to work only with the team given to him, without input on player choices—a departure from standard practice in international cricket. His remarks have sparked debate over the captain’s authority in Bangladesh cricket. When asked if he would continue as captain through the World Cup, Litton responded ambiguously, suggesting his future in the role remains uncertain.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rated the Perth pitch used in the first Ashes Test as 'very good', despite the match ending in less than two days and drawing widespread criticism online. The game, one of the shortest Tests ever played in Australia, saw only 847 balls bowled before Australia defeated England by chasing 205 runs in just 29 overs. Match referee Ranjan Madugalle stated that the pitch offered consistent bounce, minimal seam movement, and fair balance between bat and ball. Cricket Australia’s chief of cricket, James Allsop, supported the rating, saying the pitch encouraged competitive cricket despite the rapid result. The next Test, a day-night match at the Gabba, is set to begin Thursday, with curators aiming to maintain a balanced surface after past criticism of overly grassy wickets. The ICC’s positive assessment contrasts with the 2022–23 Gabba Test, which was rated 'below average' for excessive grass and uneven play.

Liverpool’s struggles deepened as they suffered a 4-1 home defeat to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, marking their worst run in 71 years. The loss at Anfield was Liverpool’s ninth in their last 12 matches and their third consecutive defeat, during which they have conceded 10 goals. The team, currently 12th in the Premier League table, has lost six of their past seven league games despite heavy investment before the season. This is their first home loss to PSV since 2008 and their first group-stage home defeat in the Champions League in five years. Defensive errors, including a penalty conceded by Virgil van Dijk, and missed opportunities from Cody Gakpo contributed to the collapse. Coach Arne Slot’s decision to bench record signing Alexander Isak also failed to yield results. With qualification for the Champions League round of 16 now uncertain, Liverpool face mounting pressure to recover from their worst form since the 1953–54 season.

Real Madrid returned to winning ways after 25 days as Kylian Mbappe scored four goals to secure a thrilling 4-3 victory over Olympiacos in the UEFA Champions League. The Spanish giants had not won since their 4-0 triumph against Valencia on November 2, enduring a three-match winless run across all competitions. Olympiacos took an early lead through Chiquinho’s long-range strike, but Mbappe responded with a quick hat-trick within just over six minutes—the second-fastest in Champions League history. Substitute Mehdi Taremi pulled one back for Olympiacos, but Mbappe’s fourth goal restored Real’s control. Despite a late goal from Ayoub El Kaabi, Real held on for their fourth win in five group matches. This victory also marked Real Madrid’s first-ever win in Greece after seven previous attempts. Mbappe now has nine goals in five Champions League appearances this season, three ahead of Victor Osimhen. The result lifted Real’s morale following their previous defeat to Liverpool.

The 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is scheduled to begin on December 19, with the player auction taking place on Sunday, November 30. Six franchises, including the newly added Noakhali Express, will participate in the T20 tournament. Each team can sign up to two local and two foreign players directly before the auction, with at least one from each category being mandatory. Teams must buy at least two foreign players from the auction, with a total foreign player budget of USD 350,000. A total of 250 foreign players have been listed across five categories, with base prices ranging from USD 15,000 to USD 35,000. Local players are divided into six categories, with base prices from BDT 11,000 to BDT 5 million. Franchises will have a budget of BDT 45 million for local players, excluding directly contracted ones. The auction rules ensure balanced team composition across categories.

England’s aggressive ‘Bazball’ approach has come under scrutiny after their heavy defeat to Australia in just one and a half days in the first Ashes Test at Perth. With the team trailing 1–0, questions are being raised about whether captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum will reconsider their attacking philosophy. McCullum, known for his fearless style as both player and coach, remains committed to positive cricket, as does Stokes, his trusted on-field ally. Despite England’s poor record of recovering from early losses in Australia, the duo believe in their ability to bounce back, citing past comebacks against South Africa and in the 2023 Ashes. Critics, however, argue that Australia’s pace and bounce could expose the risks of Bazball over a five-Test series. Former Australian captain Greg Chappell suggested the Perth match might mark either a new era for Test cricket or the collapse of Bazball under Australian conditions. The upcoming day-night Test in Brisbane will be crucial in determining whether England’s bold approach can survive the challenge.