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Sagarika Ghatge, a name synonymous with elegance and a royal upbringing, has carved a unique path from Bollywood to a life intertwined with Indian cricket. Making her memorable debut alongside Shah...
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has become a household name overnight after being picked by Rajasthan Royals for over a crore. But the journey doesn't stop at the IPL for this Bihar-born talent. His uncle, Rajiv...
A ruthless all-round display from Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended Gujarat Titans’ hopes in Qualifier 1, as RCB stormed to a 92-run victory and secured a spot in the IPL 2026 final. After posting...
The Maharaja Yadavendra Singh Stadium in New Chandigarh will host the IPL 2026 Eliminator between SRH and RR. SRH's bowling attack, spearheaded by captain Pat Cummins and supported by young pacers...
The first qualifier between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans at Dharamshala’s scenic stadium has added layers of intrigue, largely because of Virat Kohli’s contrasting records. In the...
After more than a decade in professional cricket, Murugan Ashwin has formally announced his retirement from domestic cricket and the IPL. The leg-spinner, who made his IPL debut in 2016, used...
After Kolkata Knight Riders bowed out of IPL 2026 with a 40-run defeat to Delhi Capitals, captain Ajinkya Rahane offered an honest assessment of the team’s campaign. The side had endured a nightmare...
Delhi Capitals may have missed the playoffs, yet their captain Axar Patel found plenty of positives after a 40-run win against Kolkata Knight Riders in the last league match of IPL 2026. Patel...
The IPL 2026 season has concluded prematurely for Delhi Capitals. With one game left, the franchise has already been eliminated from playoff contention, prompting a detailed look at what went wrong...
Aaron Finch has singled out Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten century as the standout performance in Punjab Kings’ seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants. Iyer’s 101 from 51 balls featured eleven fours and...
Punjab Kings produced their most complete performance of the IPL season on Saturday, defeating Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in a match they simply had to win. Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase...
In a high-scoring finale to their league stage, Sunrisers Hyderabad comfortably defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs at home. SRH posted 255 for 4 and then defended it with disciplined...
Despite a foot injury, Varun Chakravarthy’s performance against Mumbai Indians has earned him praise from assistant coach Shane Watson. Watson revealed that the mystery spinner was managing a...
Lucknow Super Giants’ victory over Chennai Super Kings was marred by a Rs 12 lakh fine imposed on captain Rishabh Pant for a slow over rate. The IPL 2026 match at the Ekana Stadium saw LSG’s bowlers...
Mumbai Indians may be out of the IPL 2025 playoffs, but Corbin Bosch promises no let-up in their quest for wins. The all-rounder's bold statement ahead of the Punjab Kings matchup at HPCA Stadium...
ICC's April Player of the Month announcements from Dubai celebrate exceptional cricket. Bangladesh sensation Nahid Rana takes the men's prize for his first time, while Laura Wolvaardt of South Africa...
Breaking news from county cricket: Liam Dawson, 36, retires from first-class to chase white-ball glory with Hampshire in T20 Blast and One-Day Cup. The Wednesday declaration underscores a strategic...
Cricket's global footprint is expanding, thanks to Abhishek Bachchan's visionary push as co-founder of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The Bollywood scion, known for his deep cricket passion,...
Pakistan's cricket fraternity has a new hero. On day three of the opening Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka, debutant Ajan Awais delivered a performance for the ages, notching up 103 runs to become...
The IPL 2026 season has a new hero in Lucknow Super Giants' Prince Yadav, whose dismissal of Virat Kohli earned high praise from bowling coach Bharat Arun. Labeling it a 'dream ball,' Arun sees it as...
Deep Dasgupta, former Indian cricketer, believes KKR all-rounder Anukul Roy's IPL 2024 success stems directly from the franchise's consistent backing, which has instilled unshakeable confidence in...
Chennai Super Kings outclassed Delhi Capitals in a tense IPL 2026 encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium, chasing down 156 with ease. However, amid the loss, DC coach Hemang Badani provided a lifeline to...
Axar Patel's captaincy journey with Delhi Capitals reached a historic peak during their IPL 2026 fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. By taking the field,...
Big news from the world of Australian cricket—veteran wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has been officially named head coach of the New South Wales men's team, filling the vacancy left by Greg Shippard a year...
Head coach Justin Langer of Lucknow Super Giants is bullish on captain Rishabh Pant staging a stunning recovery in IPL 2026, starting March 28. Their first match is April 1 against Delhi Capitals....
Sunday's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Narendra Modi Stadium promises fireworks between India and New Zealand. Jasprit Bumrah's semi-final spell was pure magic, but Glenn Phillips of New Zealand isn't...
Cricket icon MS Dhoni's penchant for fast driving landed him a Rs 1,000 fine from Ranchi police after his black Mercedes was nabbed for overspeeding in Kanke via speed cameras. An e-challan was...
India's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign hit top gear with a five-wicket rout of West Indies at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, confirming semifinal qualification. Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was rightfully crowned...
Victory tastes sweet for Team India, who clinched a five-wicket win over West Indies to storm into the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals—their third in succession and sixth overall. The draw pits them...
Jammu and Kashmir are cruising towards Ranji Trophy Elite 2025-26 glory, amassing a colossal 477-run lead over Karnataka by stumps on day four in Hubli. Their second innings score of 186 for 4 has...
In a do-or-die T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 battle, India takes on Zimbabwe at Chennai's iconic Chepauk under the lights starting 7 PM Thursday. The 76-run debacle against South Africa has cranked up...
Sri Lanka won the toss and decided to bowl first against New Zealand in their T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match in Colombo. The pitch at R Premadasa Stadium is expected to offer assistance to the...
With Super 8 action looming against South Africa, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has masterfully allayed fears surrounding Abhishek Sharma's T20 World Cup 2026 struggles. The southpaw opener remains...
Afghanistan signed off from T20 World Cup 2026 with an 82-run thrashing of Canada at Chennai's iconic Chepauk, turning the match into a memorable tribute to outgoing head coach Jonathan Trott. Rashid...
The cricketing world notes the retirement of Navneet Dhaliwal, Canada's former captain and batting mainstay. He'll play his last international game against Afghanistan on February 19 in Chennai...
Fresh off dominating Netherlands and USA, Pakistan turns its gaze to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 group stage showdown on February 15 in Colombo. Opener Sahibzada Farhan is leading the charge...
Wanindu Hasaranga's hamstring injury has delivered a crushing blow to Sri Lanka at the 2026 T20 World Cup. The co-hosts must now navigate the tournament without their premier spinner and all-rounder....
Disaster struck for Italy in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener as captain Wayne Madsen suffered a left shoulder dislocation while fielding against Scotland at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. The 42-year-old...
In a one-sided warm-up clash at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, India A posted a formidable 197/8 before bowling out Namibia for a mere 67. Riyan Parag was the architect of the innings with a...
Excitement gripped T20 World Cup 2026 warm-ups as Nepal demolished Canada by six wickets, New Zealand held off USA by seven runs in a last-over thriller, and weather dashed Australia-Netherlands...
Spiritual fervor gripped cricket circles as head coach Gautam Gambhir stepped into Siddhivinayak Temple on Thursday, mere days before T20 World Cup 2026 unfolds from February 7. Praying for India's...
Drama unfolds in the Under-19 World Cup as Pakistan confirms wicketkeeper Mohammad Shayan's withdrawal due to a broken nose from training, just before their seismic Super Sixes clash with India....
Friday's shock: Virat Kohli's Instagram, a digital fortress for one of cricket's biggest stars, suddenly went private – or so it seemed. The account's deactivation sent shockwaves through his global...
Former India skipper Virat Kohli, a social media titan with 274+ million Instagram followers, has deactivated his account. The Friday revelation has ignited a storm of conjecture among devotees...
Drama unfolds in the Women's Premier League 2026 as UP Warriors confirm Phoebe Litchfield's withdrawal due to a serious quad injury, paving the way for England star Amy Jones to join the squad. This...
Guwahati witnessed a batting masterclass as India demolished New Zealand by 8 wickets to grab a 3-0 stranglehold on the T20 series. The chase of 154 was a cakewalk in 10 overs, driven by Abhishek...
Cricket's global stage is reshaping: Scotland is on the brink of replacing Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup following the latter's boycott of India. ICC's formal release will cement this change...
The Women's Premier League 2026 witness a key squad reshuffle as Gujarat Giants bring in Jintimani Kalita to replace the injury-plagued Titas Sadhu for the leftover fixtures. This INR 10 lakh deal is...
Sri Lanka's cricket board has finalized its 17-strong squad for the pivotal three-ODI home stand against England, crowning Charith Asalanka as skipper. Post his T20I ouster eyeing 2026 World Cup...
Cricket fever grips Nagpur as India and New Zealand open their five-T20I series on Wednesday. New Zealand's ODI triumph fuels their fire, but India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, eyes a commanding start....
Australia flexed their muscles in the Under-19 World Cup Group A, demolishing Japan by 8 wickets behind Will Malazuk's trailblazing 51-ball hundred, now the tournament's quickest on record. Japan,...
The Indian Premier League (IPL) will feel Andre Russell's absence on the field after the explosive West Indian all-rounder announced his retirement from the tournament. Having been a vital player for...
The exclusion of premier Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj from white-ball formats has drawn sharp criticism from former cricketer Aakash Chopra. After India's defeat in the second ODI against South...
Ravi Shastri, the former head coach of the Indian cricket team, has publicly defended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma against mounting criticism, warning that undermining such accomplished players is a...
In a significant development for domestic cricket, veteran Indian batsman Virat Kohli will be donning the Delhi jersey for the forthcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy. The DDCA president has officially...
Bengaluru's participation in IPL 2026 as a host city is now in doubt due to safety concerns surrounding the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The Karnataka Public Works Department (PWD) has officially requested...
Indian cricket finds itself navigating a delicate situation, with reports of friction between Head Coach Gautam Gambhir and iconic batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma casting a shadow over the...
The return of Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya to competitive action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) is generating considerable buzz, with all eyes on his fitness for the T20I series against...
Following India's thrilling 17-run victory against South Africa in the first ODI, the spotlight unexpectedly turned to a heated exchange between captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir....
The Indian cricket board has firmly put to rest swirling rumors about Virat Kohli making a return to Test cricket. The speculation gained significant traction after India's recent Test series...
Ruturaj Gaikwad is set to make his mark in the Indian ODI setup once again, with captain KL Rahul indicating a strong possibility of his inclusion in the upcoming series against South Africa....
Speculation is rife about the future of Indian cricket stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the ODI format, with the BCCI slated to review their positions following the South Africa series. A...
A major blow looms for England as star quick Mark Wood is highly unlikely to participate in the second Ashes Test against Australia in Brisbane, primarily due to ongoing issues with his left knee....
KL Rahul, stepping in as captain for the ODI series against South Africa, has openly discussed India's persistent difficulties against spin bowlers. He admitted to lacking a 'definitive answer' to...
The IPL 2026 season is already generating significant pre-auction excitement, thanks in part to a viral Instagram Live conversation between Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravi Bishnoi. Chahal, a star spinner,...
History was made at the Women's Premier League auction as 16-year-old Deeya Yadav was picked by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh, making her the youngest cricketer to be bought in the league's history....
Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel believes that experienced stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain strong contenders for India's 2027 ODI World Cup campaign. Morkel's endorsement hinges on...
New Delhi buzzed with WPL 2026 auction activity as franchises finalized their squads by acquiring 67 players. The event, once again expertly managed by auctioneer Mallika Sagar, delivered thrilling...
Ranchi is buzzing with cricketing energy as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma intensify their preparations for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa. The star Indian batsmen were seen...
The much-anticipated Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction is underway in New Delhi, with representatives from all five franchises – Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal...
A major talking point at the WPL 2026 mega auction was the surprising omission of Australian powerhouse Alyssa Healy from all team rosters. The experienced wicket-keeper batter, a prominent figure in...
Sri Lanka has clinched a spot in the T20I tri-series final following a hard-fought six-run victory over Pakistan in their concluding league encounter. The match, however, will also be remembered for...
The much-anticipated Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 player auction is in full swing, with Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and UP Warriorz vying for top...
In a stunning turn of events, South Africa has defeated India 2-0 in a Test series played on Indian grounds, a feat not accomplished by the Proteas in over two decades. The visiting team, led by...
In an unprecedented turn of events, South Africa has inflicted India's heaviest ever Test defeat by runs, securing a historic 2-0 series victory on Indian soil. The Proteas, captained by Temba...
A major shake-up is underway in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as Ali Tareen, the owner of the Multan Sultans, has opted not to extend his seven-year tenure. Tareen cited significant differences...
Yashasvi Jaiswal, the dynamic young opener for the Indian Test team, has etched his name in the record books by playing his first 28 Test matches on 28 distinct grounds. This extraordinary...
South Africa's impressive showing in the Test series against India has drawn significant acclaim from former cricketer Shaun Pollock. The Proteas have been in remarkable form, dominating the hosts in...
Following a disappointing batting performance that handed South Africa a commanding lead in the second Test, Washington Sundar urged his teammates to remain positive. India was bundled out for just...
Washington Sundar has urged the Indian cricket team to stay positive amidst their difficulties in the second Test against South Africa. India conceded a substantial 314-run deficit after being bowled...
India faces a critical juncture in the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, with legendary spinner Anil Kumble emphasizing the imperative to bat for survival. South Africa declared a...
Mohammad Kaif, a former India cricketer, has publicly backed the BCCI's selection of KL Rahul as the captain for the ODI series against South Africa. This decision arises from an injury sustained by...
Usman Tariq has achieved a significant milestone in his T20 International career, securing a sensational hat-trick against Zimbabwe. This makes him the fourth Pakistani bowler ever to take three...
Rajasthan Royals (RR) are contemplating hosting some of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 home matches at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune. MCA Secretary Adv. Kamlesh...
Shubman Gill has been officially ruled out of the second Test against South Africa, set to commence on November 22 in Guwahati. This means Rishabh Pant will take over the captaincy for the crucial...
Shubman Gill, the current captain of the Indian Test team, will miss the second Test match against South Africa, scheduled to begin on November 22 in Guwahati. In Gill's absence, wicketkeeper-batsman...
India's cricket squad is bolstering its preparation for the upcoming Test match against South Africa in Guwahati by enlisting the unique skills of Kaushik Maity. After struggling against the spin duo...
Cricket enthusiasts will have to wait longer to witness the upcoming women's series between India and Bangladesh. The tour, which was scheduled to take place in December and included a total of six...
Following an unexpected 30-run loss to South Africa in the first Test, India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has shifted focus away from the Eden Gardens pitch. Gambhir insisted that the curator was...
In the first ODI at Christchurch, the West Indies have made a strong start after winning the toss and opting to bowl against New Zealand. Matthew Forde was the star of the early proceedings, claiming...
As the countdown to the IPL 2026 mini-auction begins, cricket fans are analyzing the significant player movements confirmed on November 15th. Across the 10 IPL franchises, 173 players have been...
Lucknow Super Giants has announced its player retention and release list for the upcoming Indian Premier League season. The franchise has decided to retain 19 players but notably released big names...
A significant worry has been lifted for England ahead of the Ashes series opener in Perth. Star fast bowler Mark Wood has been declared fit after a hamstring concern arose during a warm-up game....
In a commanding display of batting prowess, Pakistan captain Babar Azam has ended an 807-day wait for an international century, smashing an undefeated 102 in the second ODI against Sri Lanka. This...
The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have released New Zealand batsman Devon Conway, a move confirmed by the player himself just before the IPL 2026 retention deadline. Conway, who has been part of the CSK...
Star Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has publicly addressed the emotional toll of the Khar Gymkhana membership dispute, sharing her family's challenging experience. This controversy, which gained...
Shubman Gill, the current Test captain for India, has finally shed light on the controversial decision to leave out experienced fast bowler Mohammed Shami from the Test team. Gill acknowledged...
Virat Kohli has gained ground in the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings, ascending to the fifth position. This climb is largely attributed to the recent struggles of Pakistan's star batter, Babar Azam....
Cricket fans are in for a unique experience at the second India vs South Africa Test in Guwahati, as the BCCI has decided to implement a revised session schedule. For the first time in a day Test in...
Pakistan's new One Day International captain, Shaheen Afridi, has issued a rallying cry to his teammates as they prepare to host Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI series. Fresh off a hard-fought 2-1...