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The Indian cricket team secured victory in the Asia Cup 2025, triumphing over arch-rival Pakistan in a highly anticipated and captivating match. Celebrations erupted across India following the win,...
Monday’s Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan marked a historic moment for Indian women’s cricket. President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Shri to Harmanpreet Kaur, acknowledging the...
Mumbai: Rohit Sharma believes India’s cricketing future looks brighter than ever. At a Mumbai Indians gathering, the former skipper shared his vision of India becoming the dominant force globally and...
Mohammad Kaif has come out in support of Rishabh Pant, declaring that the dynamic wicketkeeper-batter deserves to keep his position as India's Test vice-captain. According to Kaif, Pant has committed...
In the heart of every Indian cricket fan beats the hope of ODI World Cup glory. For Rohit Sharma, it's personal. The man who captained India to T20 World Cup 2024 and Champions Trophy wins eyes the...
Shreyas Iyer is making a compelling case for India's T20 team and captaincy with his outstanding IPL 2026 performances. After being snubbed despite a phenomenal 2025 season—604 runs in 17 innings at...
Afghanistan's cricket prodigy Rashid Khan has always prioritized his homeland over lucrative opportunities abroad. In his compelling memoir 'Rashid Khan: From Streets to Stardom,' the star spinner...
Afghanistan's premier cricketer Rashid Khan has always prioritized his nation's colors over personal gain. In his revealing memoir 'Rashid Khan: From Streets to Stardom,' the spinner details...
Virat Kohli's sudden Test retirement ahead of last year's England trip left the cricket world stunned. Pundits argued he had years left at the top. Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier off-spinner,...
Thursday marked a significant encounter in New Delhi as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed Harmanpreet Kaur, skipper of the World Cup-winning Indian women's cricket team, to his official...
Kerala's pride soared as Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan honored Sanju Samson at Cliff House on March 16. The dynamic cricketer's heroics in the T20 World Cup 2026, where India clinched the title,...
Behind every cricket superstar lies a tale of grit and restraint, and Sanju Samson's post-match indulgence after India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph is a perfect example. The wicketkeeper-batsman, who...
In an emotional address at BCCI's Naman Awards in New Delhi, Shubman Gill, the dynamic captain of India's Test and white-ball sides, laid bare his deepest ambition: securing a World Cup title for his...
Cricket icon Ricky Ponting has credited India's faith in Sanju Samson with propelling them to ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 success. Speaking on 'The ICC Review,' the former Australia skipper called...
Sanju Samson has scripted one of the most inspiring stories of T20 World Cup 2026. Overlooked despite consistent domestic brilliance, the Rajasthan Royals star has now propelled India into the final...
Sanju Samson has scripted a redemption arc for the ages in the T20 World Cup 2026. Overlooked time and again, the Rajasthan Royals captain proved his worth when it mattered most, propelling India to...
Sanju Samson has emerged as Team India's unsung hero in the T20 World Cup 2026, propelling them to the final with back-to-back masterclasses. Overlooked repeatedly in favor of other openers, the...
In the glittering arena of T20 World Cup 2026, Sanju Samson has emerged as India's batting supernova, steering the team to the final with sheer brilliance. Once criticized for inconsistency despite...
The T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede Stadium will be remembered not just for India's edge-of-the-seat seven-run win against England, but for Navjot Singh Sidhu's brutal takedown of Mohammad...
As the T20 World Cup 2026 hurtles toward its decisive semifinals, fans are buzzing about the final four: India, South Africa, England, and New Zealand. Suryakumar Yadav's India clashes with England...
The BCCI is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup, with a specialist fast bowling camp at Bengaluru's Center of Excellence just concluded under Zaheer Khan's...
Sanju Samson's near-century lit up Eden Gardens as India crushed West Indies to storm into the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals. However, the spotlight has shifted to struggling opener Abhishek Sharma,...
The T20 World Cup has exposed a glaring chink in India's armor: its opening partnership. In five outings, the starters have aggregated just 34 runs, turning potential dream starts into nightmares....
In the high-stakes arena of T20 World Cup 2026, Abhishek Sharma's struggles have raised eyebrows. Zeroes against two opponents, including a quick exit off four balls versus Pakistan, paint a picture...
Sunday in T20 World Cup 2026 promises fireworks, headlined by the India-Pakistan rivalry igniting at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Starting 7:00 PM IST, this Group A battle pits two unbeaten sides...
In a candid revelation that has ignited cricket fans across India, Rohit Sharma vows to chase down the ghost of the 2023 ODI World Cup final defeat. The ex-skipper, who masterminded victories in T20...
The T20 World Cup 2026 drama unfolds in New Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, where Namibia meets India in match 18 on Thursday. Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus has ignited controversy by questioning the...
The Harare Sports Club witnessed history on Friday as India's Under-19 team scripted a commanding 100-run victory over England in the 2026 World Cup final, securing their sixth championship. Leading...
History was scripted in Harare as India's Under-19 team demolished England by a massive 100 runs to secure their record-extending sixth World Cup title. Batting first after a winning toss, India...
Defending T20 World Cup champions India kick off Group A against hosts USA at Wankhede Stadium this Saturday. Captain Suryakumar Yadav's men enter buoyed by a 4-1 thrashing of New Zealand, boasting...
As the T20 World Cup looms, Paras Mhambrey, ex-Indian bowling coach, warns rival teams about Varun Chakravarthy's lethal spin. His mystery bowling, precise control, and deceptive pace have troubled...
In a candid chat, Paras Mhambrey, ex-India bowling coach, revealed why Abhishek Sharma was destined for stardom. The Punjab lad's uncluttered mindset and sharp instincts have transformed him into a...
The 2011 World Cup final in Mumbai pulsed with tension. India, on the cusp of a second trophy, faced a crisis: Ashish Nehra's injury left their attack vulnerable. Enter Sreesanth, the controversial...
Team India's T20 World Cup journey has been nothing short of spectacular, and ahead of the 2026 edition starting February 7, it's worth revisiting a key stat: the Men in Blue have never tasted defeat...
Arshdeep Singh's rise reads like a cricketing fairy tale. From battling obscurity in domestic circuits to shattering records in T20 internationals, the young left-armer has scripted a story of grit...
In a burst of desi fervor, the T20 World Cup 2026 trophy arrived at IANS in Noida on Wednesday, greeted by resounding dhol rhythms and lively folk dances. This stop on the official tour builds hype...
Excitement is building for the T20 World Cup 2026 as the ICC confirmed the warm-up fixtures on Monday. Spanning February 2-6, 16 matches will sharpen the skills of participating teams in India and...
In a thrilling update to the T20I landscape, ICC's Wednesday rankings reveal Suryakumar Yadav's meteoric ascent, jumping five places to seventh thanks to his fireworks against New Zealand. The Indian...
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has set social media ablaze with his bold comparison, placing Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma ahead of Chris Gayle in the annals of destructive T20...
The countdown to T20 World Cup 2026 has begun, with India and Sri Lanka sharing hosting duties starting February 7. Team India, crowned kings in 2024 after outclassing South Africa in the final,...
Tensions between India and Bangladesh have spilled over into journalism, with the ICC blocking Bangladeshi reporters from covering T20 World Cup 2026 games in India. This stems directly from Dhaka's...
Cheteshwar Pujara's career is a masterclass in defiance against the T20 onslaught. While the cricket world chased quick runs and pyrotechnics, Pujara embraced the grind of Test matches, earning...
For Rinku Singh, Raipur isn't just another cricket ground—it's where he turned heads with a match-defining innings. The second T20I between India and New Zealand at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium...
South Africa achieved a spectacular victory, chasing down 359 runs to defeat India by four wickets and equalize the three-match series. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur...
South Africa achieved a remarkable victory, chasing down a massive 359 runs to defeat India by four wickets and equalize the three-match series at 1-1. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International...
All-rounder Hardik Pandya is poised to make a comeback to competitive cricket in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), fueling speculation about his availability for the upcoming T20I series...
Ruturaj Gaikwad, the highly-rated Indian top-order batter, is on the verge of a return to the One Day International (ODI) squad for the upcoming series against South Africa. Gaikwad, who last...
Ahead of the upcoming ODI series against South Africa, Indian vice-captain KL Rahul candidly addressed the team's ongoing challenges when facing spin bowling. He confessed that there isn't a simple,...
Simon Harmer has etched his name in South African cricket history, achieving a remarkable feat for a Proteas bowler in India. Following a dominant 2-0 series victory over the hosts, Harmer was...
South Africa has achieved a monumental victory, clinching a historic 2-0 Test series win against India on Indian soil. The reigning World Test Championship titleholders delivered a commanding...
South Africa has achieved a monumental victory, clinching a commanding 2-0 Test series win against India on Indian soil. The Proteas, led by Temba Bavuma, secured an emphatic 408-run triumph in the...
South Africa has achieved a monumental victory by securing a 2-0 Test series clean sweep against India on Indian soil. The Proteas, led by Temba Bavuma, delivered a resounding performance, clinching...
South Africa's head coach, Shukri Conrad, has unveiled the strategic thinking behind his team's audacious late declaration in the Guwahati Test. The Proteas aimed to exhaust the Indian team, forcing...
South African cricketer Senuran Muthusamy achieved a career milestone on Sunday, marking his maiden Test century against India in Guwahati. The 31-year-old all-rounder, recently recognized as ICC...
South Africa faces a significant setback as star fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been officially ruled out of the second Test against India in Guwahati. This injury also sidelines him from the upcoming...
The highly anticipated 2025-26 Ashes series is set to commence on Friday, November 21st, with Perth's Optus Stadium as the venue for the inaugural Test. As long-time rivals Australia and England gear...
Following a disappointing 30-run loss to South Africa in Kolkata, where their spinners proved dominant, the Indian cricket team is introducing an unconventional strategy for the second Test in...
The highly anticipated women's cricket tour of India by Bangladesh, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), has been indefinitely postponed....
The lingering issue surrounding India's Asia Cup 2025 trophy has finally found a resolution. After more than a month since their victory, the Indian cricket team will soon receive their coveted...
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially revealed the host cities for the highly anticipated 2026 Men's T20 World Cup, confirming India and Sri Lanka as joint hosts. Cricket fans are...
The highly anticipated player retention list for the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) is scheduled for release this Thursday. This announcement will follow the conclusion of the fourth T20...
Star Indian batter Shafali Verma has revealed the profound impact of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's presence before her match-winning performance in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup final against...
In a potentially groundbreaking move for women's cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly considering a massive ₹125 crore prize for the Indian women's team if they...
Team India opener Abhishek Sharma has defended the decision to promote fast-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana up the batting order during a crucial moment in the second T20I against Australia at the...
Australia's captain, Alyssa Healy, has successfully completed a fitness test, providing a significant morale boost for the team as they prepare for their ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final...
India has clinched a coveted spot in the Women's ODI World Cup semifinals with a commanding 53-run victory over New Zealand, decided by the DLS method in a rain-affected encounter. The dominant...
Indian opener Pratika Rawal has etched her name in the history books during the Women's World Cup clash against New Zealand. Rawal achieved a monumental personal milestone, becoming the joint-fastest...
The International Cricket Council's (ICC) latest ODI batting rankings show a significant dip for India's star players. Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma have all experienced...
England has secured a coveted spot in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semi-finals, overcoming India by a narrow four-run margin in a thrilling encounter at Indore's Holkar Cricket Stadium. This...
Australia is poised to introduce two fresh faces, Matt Renshaw and Mitchell Owen, to their One-Day International squad for the series opener against India in Perth on October 19th. Matt Renshaw, 29,...
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 lineup is now complete, with all 20 participating nations confirmed. India and Sri Lanka will co-host the prestigious tournament. The final three qualification spots...
The excitement is building as India’s cricket stars, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, prepare for their upcoming ODI series against Australia. The series kicks off on October 19 at the...
India's pursuit of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 trophy faced a significant hurdle with a three-wicket loss to Australia in Visakhapatnam. This second consecutive defeat places considerable pressure...
Cricket icon Brian Lara made a special appearance in the West Indies dressing room following the second day of the Test match against India in Delhi. The visit came after a challenging day for the...
South Africa achieved a remarkable victory against India in the Women's ODI World Cup, stunning the Indian side in the closing overs. India had set a competitive target of 251, propelled by stellar...
Mitchell Marsh has stirred cricket discussions by naming his all-time combined ODI XI featuring players from Australia, India, and England. The Australian all-rounder’s selection notably omits...
As Pakistan prepares to face India in a highly anticipated Women's World Cup match, captain Fatima Sana expresses optimism about her team's chances. Sana believes her team can overcome their...
The announcement of the India squad for the ODI series against Australia included a surprising decision: Shubman Gill was named ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma. This has left many cricket experts...
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the Indian ODI and T20 teams for the Australia tour. This tour holds significant importance for Indian cricket as the team will feature...
As the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, prepares to announce India's white-ball squads for the upcoming Australia tour, attention is focused on the ODI and T20I teams. The return of...
The Indian team for the Australia tour has been announced, with the squad set to compete in ODI and T20 series. While discussions have centered around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's return to...
India's upcoming white-ball series against Australia, commencing on October 19, is generating significant anticipation regarding the squad selection. Reports indicate that key players Jasprit Bumrah...
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja hit a brilliant century in the first innings of the first Test match against the West Indies. He completed his century in just 168 balls. This is the sixth century...
The Indian cricket team is currently undergoing a transition in the Test format. Following the retirements of veterans like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, and Ravichandran Ashwin,...
The first Test between India and West Indies is underway in Ahmedabad. Following the toss, both teams have revealed their playing elevens. India has opted for a three-spinner strategy in this match....
A tense confrontation unfolded during an Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting held on September 30th. The Indian representatives voiced strong objections to ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi's actions. The core...
Following India's victory over Pakistan in the 2025 Asia Cup, a significant controversy has erupted. Mohsin Naqvi, the Pakistan Cricket Board chief and Asia Cricket Council Chairman, sparked the...
India emerged victorious in the 2025 Asia Cup, triumphing over Pakistan in the final match on September 28 with a five-wicket win. This marked India's ninth title win in the tournament. However,...
Following India's triumph in the Asia Cup, the Indian cricket team, along with Gautam Gambhir, has shifted its focus to the upcoming Test series against the West Indies. Gambhir, along with the...
In the Asia Cup 2025 final, Pakistani opener Sahibzada Farhan made a significant record against Indian star bowler Jasprit Bumrah. Farhan, aiming to provide a strong start for Pakistan, adopted an...
The stage is set for a thrilling India versus Pakistan final in the Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, enters the match with a...
Indian bowler Rahul Chahar has made a significant impact in England, taking nine wickets in his debut match for Surrey in the County Championship. This outstanding performance has put Surrey on the...
India secured a dramatic victory over Sri Lanka in a high-stakes Asia Cup encounter, solidifying their unbeaten record and boosting their chances for the title. The match was a captivating display of...
The Indian cricket team's dominant run in the Asia Cup 2025, marked by five consecutive victories, has been overshadowed by concerns regarding the form of captain Suryakumar Yadav. Despite the team's...
In a stunning display of batting prowess at the Dubai International Stadium, Abhishek Sharma, a rising star from India, dominated an Asia Cup clash against Sri Lanka. His performance was a blend of...
In the 2025 Asia Cup, Indian opening batsman Abhishek Sharma has been in excellent form. He provided a strong start for India against Sri Lanka in the final match of the Super-4 stage. During this...
The Indian cricket team is preparing for its match against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India has performed strongly throughout the tournament and is unbeaten. This match...
India's path to the Asia Cup 2025 final has been marked by a glaring weakness: poor fielding. Despite strong performances in batting and bowling, the team has repeatedly faltered in the field,...
India has secured their place in the Asia Cup 2025 final, showcasing their dominance with a decisive 41-run victory against Bangladesh. The team's performance highlighted their depth and control,...
In the league stage of the Asia Cup 2025, Sri Lanka showcased a stellar performance, winning all their matches. However, their fortunes changed in the Super-4 stage. The Sri Lankan team has lost both...