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Bihar is poised to make a significant impact on the global sports stage. A newly constructed international cricket stadium in Rajgir, Nalanda, was inaugurated on Sunday by Chief Minister Nitish...
Following a review of recent tournament outcomes, Sri Lanka Cricket has appointed Kusal Mendis to lead the limited-overs squads in the West Indies. The tour features three ODIs and three T20Is....
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...
Veteran England speedster Mark Wood is adopting a measured strategy for his international return, targeting late summer while warning that another injury could spell the end of his storied career....
Vinoo Mankad stands tall as Indian cricket's ultimate all-round maestro, a player whose contributions spanned batting brilliance and bowling mastery. His role in securing India's maiden Test victory...
Delhi's cricket legacy boasts many unsung heroes, and Atul Wassan ranks among them—a medium-pacer whose international stint, though brief, left an indelible mark. Hailing from March 23, 1968, Wassan...
Madan Lal stands tall among India's unsung heroes of cricket's golden era. Emerging from Amritsar in 1951, he became a vital cog in the 1970s-80s setup with his seam bowling and gritty batting. His...
In a ceremony brimming with prestige, Shubman Gill was bestowed the Polly Umrigar Award at BCCI's Naman Awards in New Delhi, marking him as the Best International Cricketer in the men's category. The...
In a boost to their bowling arsenal, Yorkshire CCC has secured the services of Australia's Jhye Richardson for the initial block of the 2026 County Championship. The dynamic 29-year-old quick will...
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...
Cricket mourns the loss of Norman Gifford, the former England left-arm spinner who died at 85 following a long battle with illness. The ECB announced his passing on Wednesday, prompting an outpouring...
In a stunning display of resilience, Justin Greaves' unbeaten 202 propelled the West Indies to an extraordinary draw against New Zealand in the first Test at Hagley Oval. His monumental innings,...
Joe Root, England's first-innings centurion, has implored his teammates to "express themselves in the right way" as they aim to salvage the second Test of the Ashes series against Australia. The...
In a stunning turn of events on the opening day of the second Ashes Test, Joe Root and Jofra Archer achieved something extraordinary. Facing the end of the day's play with England at 264 for nine,...
Mitchell Starc has etched his name in Test cricket history, surpassing Wasim Akram to become the most successful left-arm fast bowler of all time. The milestone occurred on Day 1 of the second Ashes...
Speculation surrounding a potential Test comeback for Virat Kohli has been officially quashed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The rumors intensified following India's recent Test...
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 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...
Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has shared his strategic insights on how to contain the formidable Travis Head during the ongoing Ashes series. Head's explosive century in the opening Test...
Young Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal has achieved a remarkable milestone in his burgeoning Test career, playing on 28 different grounds in his first 28 matches. This exceptional feat underscores...
India faces a monumental task after South Africa declared their second innings at 260/5 on Day 4, setting a formidable target of 549. At stumps, India was struggling at 27/2, with openers Yashasvi...
Washington Sundar offered a perspective of resilience after India's batting lineup faltered in the second Test against South Africa, conceding a significant first-innings deficit. The team found...
Despite a challenging situation in the second Test against South Africa, Washington Sundar remains optimistic, emphasizing the need for the Indian team to maintain a positive outlook. South Africa...
New Zealand has unveiled its 14-member squad for the first Test against the West Indies, commencing on December 2nd in Christchurch. The major highlight is the much-anticipated return of former...
As the second Test in Guwahati hangs in the balance, former Indian captain Anil Kumble has issued a stark warning to the home team: they must bat with extreme discipline to avoid defeat. South Africa...
India has seized a crucial advantage on the opening day of the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. Despite losing the toss, the Indian bowlers, spearheaded by Kuldeep Yadav's impressive...
Usman Khawaja experienced back spasms during the opening day of the Ashes Test, prompting a brief departure from the field. The Australian batsman was undergoing treatment for the issue when...
The highly anticipated 2025–26 Ashes series kicks off on Friday, November 21st, with the iconic rivalry between Australia and England resuming at Perth's Optus Stadium. Australia, often considered...
The highly anticipated 2025-26 Ashes series kicks off on Friday, November 21st, with Perth's Optus Stadium set to host the thrilling opening Test between Australia and England. Both cricketing giants...
The highly anticipated 2025-26 Ashes series kicks off on Friday, November 21st, with the iconic Optus Stadium in Perth hosting the first Test. Australia and England are set to reignite their historic...
Cricket fans in India can catch all the thrilling action of the highly anticipated Ashes Test series between Australia and England. This five-match contest is a pivotal fixture in the current World...
India's captain Shubman Gill is set to undergo a critical fitness test on Friday, a day before the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. Gill sustained a neck injury during the first Test in...
India's Test captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the second Test against South Africa, commencing November 22 in Guwahati. Rishabh Pant, the designated vice-captain, is set to lead the...
Recent Test cricket defeats on home soil have ignited a critical discussion within Indian cricket: is the national team suffering from a shortage of dedicated Test batsmen? The disheartening loss to...
Following India's batting struggles against spin, particularly in the recent Test failure to chase a modest target, the spotlight has turned back to the rigorous Ranji Trophy. This domestic arena...
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has rejected claims that the Eden Gardens pitch was to blame for their recent 30-run defeat against South Africa in the first Test. Gambhir asserted that the curator...
India's Test captain Shubman Gill has broken his silence on the ongoing exclusion of veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami from the Test squad. While acknowledging Shami's immense talent and past...
In a significant scheduling alteration, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revised the session timings for the upcoming second Test match between India and South Africa in Guwahati....
Out-of-favor Indian Test batsman Hanuma Vihari has reasserted his form in the domestic circuit, smashing consecutive centuries in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season. Playing for Tripura, Vihari posted...
Kane Williamson, the celebrated former captain of New Zealand, has officially announced his retirement from T20 International cricket. This significant decision marks the end of an era for the Black...
As the highly anticipated Ashes 2025-26 series approaches, former England captain Michael Vaughan has thrown his support behind Ben Stokes and his team to finally claim the coveted urn on Australian...
Star Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is set to feature for Mumbai in their upcoming third-round Ranji Trophy match against Rajasthan. The crucial fixture is scheduled to commence on November 1st....
Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has openly expressed his disappointment and confusion regarding his continued exclusion from the national Test squad. Despite a strong commitment to red-ball...
The stage is set for the second and final Test between Pakistan and South Africa in Rawalpindi, commencing on Friday, October 20. Pakistan enters this crucial encounter with a 1-0 lead in the series,...
Joe Root, the world's top-ranked Test batter, faces a significant challenge in the upcoming Ashes series in Australia, where he's yet to score a century. Despite his prolific home record against the...
Afghanistan has unveiled its squads for the upcoming tour of Zimbabwe, which includes a one-off Test match and a T20 International series. Notably, star spinner Rashid Khan has been rested for the...
Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has advocated for a significant shift in how domestic cricket selectors are appointed. He believes that recently retired players, possessing a contemporary...
Ravindra Jadeja has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing Harbhajan Singh in the elite list of Indian bowlers with the most Test wickets at home. This remarkable feat came as he clinched the...
Indian bowlers demonstrated remarkable perseverance in the second Test against the West Indies at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, successfully claiming all 20 wickets despite challenging pitch...
Senuran Muthusamy delivered a match-turning spell on the second morning of the first Test against Pakistan in Lahore. After Pakistan reached a commanding 362 for 5, Muthusamy unleashed a devastating...
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...
Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive innings of 175 against the West Indies was cut short on Day 2 of the second Test due to a critical miscommunication with captain Shubman Gill. The young opener, poised...
India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak was observed engaging in an intense discussion with young cricketer Sai Sudharsan following his dismissal just short of a century against West Indies. The second...
Yashasvi Jaiswal showcased a remarkable batting display on day one of the second Test against the West Indies, finishing the day unbeaten on 173. The young Indian opener displayed immense patience...
Young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal delivered a stunning performance on day one of the second Test against the West Indies, finishing the day unbeaten on 173. Batting with exceptional patience and...
Australia's Ashes campaign faces uncertainty as star captain Pat Cummins' availability for the opening Test against England hangs in the balance. Head coach Andrew McDonald has provided an update on...
The Indian cricket team has been undergoing a period of transformation, especially regarding leadership changes. Following the shift in Test cricket, the captaincy of the ODI format has also been...
Young batsman Dhruv Jurel delivered a remarkable performance in the first innings of the Ahmedabad Test against the West Indies, scoring a memorable 125 runs. This century not only put India in a...
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...
KL Rahul achieved a remarkable feat by scoring a century in the first innings of the Ahmedabad Test against the West Indies. He reached his century in 190 balls, including 12 boundaries. This 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....
Mayank Agarwal, who has played 21 Test matches for India, has scored his first century in England. The right-handed batsman, who last played for India three years ago, decided to play in England....
Following the Asia Cup 2025, Team India will immediately transition to Test cricket. A two-Test series between India and the West Indies will commence on October 2. The West Indies team is touring...
The return of Rishabh Pant to the Indian cricket team has been further delayed following an update on his injury. The wicketkeeper-batsman sustained a leg fracture during the Test series against...
Australian skipper Pat Cummins is facing uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming Ashes series against England. The pace bowler is currently sidelined due to a lumbar bone stress...
Former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott has declared Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja as his favorite cricketer at the moment. During the *Stick to Cricket* podcast, featuring prominent English...
A former Pakistan spinner faced significant discrimination from his teammates, leading to a shortened career. The Hindu cricketer was subjected to constant harassment, prompting then-President Pervez...
Pat Cummins, the Australian skipper, will be sidelined from upcoming limited-overs matches against New Zealand and India due to lumbar bone stress discovered in recent scans. While there is no...
The Indian cricket team has seen a massive transformation in fast bowling over the last 8-10 years, with Jasprit Bumrah emerging as a prominent figure. Bumrah's arrival in Test cricket, in...
England all-rounder Jamie Overton has announced an indefinite hiatus from Test cricket, citing the physical and mental toll of competing at the highest level across all three formats of the sport....
In a significant setback for the Indian cricket team, star batsman and Test skipper Shubman Gill has been sidelined from the Duleep Trophy due to a viral fever. The 25-year-old, also designated as...
Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has stirred speculation regarding the reasons behind Virat Kohli's unexpected retirement from Test cricket. Kohli, who had a less-than-stellar performance in the...
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar recently hosted a Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on social media, answering questions from fans. During the interaction, Tendulkar shared his thoughts on the...
The landscape of Indian cricket is undergoing a significant transition as iconic figures like Ravichandran Ashwin, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Cheteshwar Pujara conclude their illustrious careers....
Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. His last appearance for India was in the World Test Championship 2023 final against Australia at The Oval....
Veteran Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara retired from all formats of Indian cricket on August 24th. Pujara was a key batsman in the Test format for Team India. However, he hasn't been seen playing in...
During the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, veteran Indian batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma surprised everyone by retiring from Test cricket. News has emerged suggesting that these two players...
Ajinkya Rahane, the veteran batsman who led Team India to a Test victory in Australia, has decided to relinquish his captaincy before the Asia Cup. He has informed the association of his decision.
Rishabh Pant, a prominent star wicketkeeper-batsman in the Indian cricket team, is a significant figure, especially in Test cricket, comparable to Jasprit Bumrah. His importance is reflected in his...
The Buchi Babu tournament 2025 has commenced. Organized by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association, the tournament is taking place from August 18th to September 9th. Sixteen teams are participating,...
During Gautam Gambhir's tenure as head coach of the Indian team, the team experienced more losses than successes. Following a home series defeat against New Zealand, Gautam Gambhir faced considerable...
The cricketing world was taken aback when Indian cricket legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from Test cricket. The decision, made just before the England tour, sparked...
Indian bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has voiced his support for Jasprit Bumrah's approach to workload management, highlighting the significant physical and mental demands placed upon fast bowlers in all...
Indian cricket has witnessed several memorable moments since 1947, captivating fans with thrilling performances. The team achieved its first Test victory in 1952 and has since excelled in ICC...
Indian bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has voiced his support for Jasprit Bumrah's approach to managing his workload, addressing the criticism surrounding his selective participation in matches. Kumar...
Following the announcement of Test retirement by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Shubman Gill was appointed as the captain of the Test team. Former Indian...
Following an impressive performance in England, where he amassed 754 runs in five Test matches, including four centuries and the 'Player of the Series' award, Shubman Gill's selection for the Asia...
Shubman Gill's exceptional performance against England, where he scored 754 runs in five Tests, including four centuries and the 'Player of the Series' award, has not guaranteed his place in India's...
Former Indian opening batsman Aakash Chopra recently shared an interesting anecdote about Matthew Hayden, the Australian cricket legend and father of Grace Hayden. Recalling the 2004 Test series...
Young Indian batsman Abhimanyu Easwaran has been in the Indian Test team squad but is yet to make his debut. He remained on the bench after the Australia and England series. Recently, Abhimanyu...
Speculation arose regarding Mohammed Shami's potential return to India's Test squad for the England series after he was seen training with a unique ball at Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, his name was...
The recent Test series between England and India was a captivating display of cricketing skill, highlighting the performances of several England players. Playing under the aggressive 'Bazball'...
Batsman Karun Nair made a return to the Indian team after an eight-year gap. He was given an opportunity in the five-match Test series against England, but he failed to capitalize on it. In the...
In a recent Test series between India and England, several players sustained injuries. Rishabh Pant was sidelined due to an injury during the fourth Test. England's experienced fast bowler, Chris...
Indian Test team captain Shubman Gill's jersey from the recent five-match series against England was sold for a staggering 5.41 lakh rupees (approximately $6,500 USD) at an online charity auction....
New Zealand's experienced batsman, Kane Williamson, widely regarded as one of the world's best players, has revealed his surprise at Virat Kohli's decision to retire from Test cricket. Williamson,...
Following a drawn Test series against England, where a young Indian team demonstrated resilience, the focus has shifted to Jasprit Bumrah's fitness and workload management. Discussions amongst...
Kane Williamson, the highest run-scorer for New Zealand, turned 35 on August 8th. He is celebrated for leading the team to their first World Test Championship (WTC) title. Before his international...