MCA Approves Yashasvi Jaiswal's NOC Withdrawal, Confirms Availability For Mumbai: Reports

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is all set to represent Mumbai in the upcoming 2025–26 domestic cricket season after the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) accepted his request to withdraw his No-Objection Certificate (NOC) application. The development, reported by The Indian Express, ends speculation about a possible transfer to another state side, particularly Goa.

The 23-year-old left-handed batter had initially applied for an NOC earlier this year, with reports suggesting he was contemplating a move to Goa. However, in May 2025, Jaiswal emailed the MCA requesting to revoke the application.

MLC 2025: Jason Holder Hits Stumps But Shayan Jahangir Gets Lucky As Bails Stays Put During LAKR Vs SO Match; Video

🚨 YASHASVI JAISWAL WILL PLAY FOR MUMBAI 🚨

- MCA has approved his withdrawal of NOC. [Devendra Pandey From Express Sports] pic.twitter.com/z69lJOzse2

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 30, 2025

'If We Feel...': Ryan Ten Doeschate Provides Huge Update On Jasprit Bumrah’s Availability Ahead Of IND Vs ENG 2nd Test; Video

“I the undersigned would request your goodself to consider my request in withdrawing my NOC given to me as I had some family plans in shifting to Goa which for now has been curtailed! So I sincerely request MCA to allow me to play for Mumbai this season! I have not submitted the NOC to BCCI nor to Goa Cricket Association,” Jaiswal wrote in the email.

MCA President Ajinkya Naik confirmed the development, stating, “We have accepted Jaiswal’s withdrawal of NOC application and he will be available for Mumbai during forthcoming domestic season.”

With this decision, Jaiswal reaffirms his commitment to his home team, putting an end to the transfer chatter and setting sights on another impactful season in domestic cricket.

Seagulls Halt Play During Somerset Vs Nottinghamshire Match In 2025 County Championship; Video

A funny and unexpected moment took place during the County Championship match between Somerset and Nottinghamshire at Taunton. While the match was going on, several seagulls flew onto the field and caused a brief stoppage in play.

The incident happened in the 59th over of Somerset’s innings, when the team was at 172/4. A large number of seagulls landed on one side of the ground, and some flew just above the players. Because of this, the umpires had to stop the game for a short while.

Anyone know if seagulls have stopped play in cricket before? 😅😅#SOMvNOT#WeAreSomerset pic.twitter.com/2QCjAO6XTn

— Somerset Cricket (@SomersetCCC) June 29, 2025

The birds eventually flew away or were guided off the field, and play continued. Somerset finished the day at 275/6 after 96 overs. They will look to add more runs, while Nottinghamshire will aim to take the remaining four wickets quickly.

This unusual pause in the game gave players and fans something to laugh about. It was a light-hearted moment that reminded everyone how nature can sometimes join in on the action during live sports.