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Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif urged the PCB to boycott the T20 World Cup, supporting Bangladesh’s security concerns. He believes Pakistan should challenge the cricket power structure by withdrawing, as their participation is crucial to the tournament’s success. Latif questioned the ICC’s dismissal of Bangladesh’s relocation request, emphasizing the potential…

Massive crowds, curiosity and warmth defined the Pune Grand Tour as India embraced elite international cycling with rare fervour. From Saswad to Baramati, spectators lined roads normally meant for everyday life, leaving visiting teams stunned by the turnout and hospitality. Beyond results and jerseys, the inaugural race revealed India’s untapped…

Pakistan’s T20 series promo against Australia subtly reignites the handshake controversy with India. A video suggests a tourist forgot to shake hands, implying they learned this from India. This comes after Indian players previously avoided handshakes with Pakistani counterparts following terror attacks. The series is a build-up to the T20…

Born 105 years ago, Andy Ganteaume etched his name in cricket history with a solitary Test century for the West Indies. His debut 112 against England in 1948, in front of his home crowd, remains his only international innings. This remarkable feat propelled him to a Test batting average of…

Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla is preparing a strong bid to acquire the Indian Premier League’s Royal Challengers Bengaluru franchise. This follows Diageo’s decision to put RCB up for sale after their maiden IPL title win in 2025. The franchise, a fan favorite, has a rich history and…

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam Bulbul has revealed that Mustafizur Rahman’s removal from an IPL team over security concerns triggered Bangladesh’s hardening stance against travelling to India for the T20 World Cup. …

Bangladesh Cricket Board has confirmed its non-participation in the T20 World Cup, refusing to travel to India due to the Mustafizur Rahman issue and rejected venue change requests. The BCB cited security concerns and national pride, stating they will continue to fight for their position. …

While India and Australia are favoured for the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup, former South Africa spinner Paul Adams highlights Pakistan as a strong contender. Pakistan’s recent Under-19 Asia Cup triumph, where they convincingly defeated India, signals their formidable presence and potential to challenge traditional powerhouses in the tournament. …

Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 84 off 35 balls powered India to a record-extending 238/7 against New Zealand in the first T20I. Sharma became the fastest to 5,000 T20 runs and hit the quickest fifty by an Indian against New Zealand. Suryakumar Yadav and Rinku Singh also contributed significantly, while Arshdeep Singh…

Pakistan expressed disappointment as the International Cricket Council rejected Bangladesh’s request to move T20 World Cup matches from India, despite Pakistan backing Bangladesh’s stance in principle. However, Pakistan has clarified that withdrawing from the tournament is not an option, as they are already scheduled to play at a neutral venue….

Bangladesh’s participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 in India is uncertain after the ICC rejected their request to relocate matches. The Bangladesh Cricket Board is now in urgent talks with the government and players, who were not consulted initially. The ICC has given Bangladesh 24 hours to confirm their…

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met India head coach Gautam Gambhir in Nagpur. Tharoor lauded Gambhir’s challenging role, calling it the toughest after the Prime Minister’s. Gambhir thanked Tharoor for his appreciation. The T20 series against New Zealand is crucial for the T20 World Cup 2026 preparations. India won the first…

India defeated New Zealand by 48 runs in the first T20 International. Abhishek Sharma scored 84 runs off 35 balls. Rinku Singh added 44 runs. New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips scored 78 runs. India’s bowling secured the win. Abhishek Sharma’s performance was key to India’s dominance. …

The 2002 Antigua Test between India and West Indies is remembered for Anil Kumble’s courageous bowling with a broken jaw. Beyond this, it marked a rare occasion where all eleven Indian players bowled in an innings. The match, which ended in a draw, also saw Ajay Ratra become the youngest…

The ICC has rejected Bangladesh’s request to shift T20 World Cup matches from India, threatening to replace them if they refuse to travel. This decision follows a dispute over pacer Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL removal and Bangladesh’s subsequent ban on IPL broadcasts. Scotland is poised to replace Bangladesh if they maintain…