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Shardul Thakur’s impressive, unbeaten 122 off 68 balls in the intra-squad match against India A has strengthened his case for inclusion in the first Test against England. Sarfaraz Khan also scored a century. Watched by chief selector Ajit Agarkar and VVS Laxman, Thakur’s performance gives him an edge over Nitish…

With Ashwin’s retirement, Kuldeep Yadav is expected to lead India’s spin attack in the upcoming Test series against England. Former spinner Venkatapathy Raju believes Kuldeep could be a surprise weapon, given the favorable weather conditions. Despite Sarfaraz Khan’s impressive form, his exclusion from the squad continues, while Raju suggests he…

South Africa legend AB de Villiers revealed a temporary fallout with Virat Kohli after prematurely disclosing information about Kohli’s personal life in early 2024. De Villiers shared that Kohli ceased communication for months following the blunder, which involved publicly announcing Anushka Sharma’s pregnancy. He expressed relief when Kohli eventually resumed…

Grandmaster SL Narayanan, the top-rated player at the Delhi International Open GM Chess Tournament, experienced a disappointing finish after a strong start. Despite aiming for victory, a series of draws against lower-rated opponents led to a seventh-place result. Narayanan reflects on the mental challenges and the importance of maintaining a…

Australia’s head coach, Andrew McDonald, has voiced his support for Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne despite their recent struggles, particularly after the WTC final loss. McDonald emphasized Labuschagne’s potential and Khawaja’s stability at the top, highlighting their importance to the team’s future. He believes both players have the capacity to…

Jannik Sinner admits struggling with sleepless nights following his French Open final loss to Carlos Alcaraz, a grueling five-set match where he held championship points. He emphasizes the importance of family and friends in coping with the defeat and finds solace in simple activities like playing table tennis. …

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Al Ahly of Egypt played to a 0-0 draw in the FIFA tournament opener in Miami Gardens. Messi’s late shot hit the bar, while Al Ahly missed a penalty. Despite no goals, the game entertained a near-full stadium. …

Dhruv Jurel’s journey from a soldier’s son to an Indian cricketer is inspiring. His father, a Kargil War veteran, initially opposed his cricket dream due to financial constraints, but his mother’s sacrifice changed everything. …

Sarfaraz Khan showcased his impressive form with a rapid century for India A against the Indian Test squad in a warm-up match, scoring 101 off 76 balls. Despite his explosive innings, Jasprit Bumrah had a quiet outing, remaining wicketless. India A ended Day 2 at 299/6, trailing India’s 459, with…

Kevin Pietersen lauded Aiden Markram’s century against Australia at Lord’s as South Africa’s greatest Test innings. Markram’s 136 guided the Proteas to a five-wicket victory in the World Test Championship final, ending their 27-year ICC title drought. Kagiso Rabada and Dale Steyn also praised Markram’s composure and the team’s overall…

Following the tragic stampede in Bengaluru after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory, the BCCI is establishing standard guidelines for post-match celebrations. A three-member committee, led by Devajit Saikia, has been formed to create comprehensive guidelines within 15 days. These guidelines will address crowd control, stadium capacity, emergency protocols, and coordination…

The ICC has revamped playing conditions for men’s international cricket, effective mid-June and July. A key change in ODIs involves using two new balls only until the 34th over, aiming to balance bat and ball. Stricter concussion substitute rules now require teams to pre-name five role-specific replacements. …

India’s 2025 Test squad in England signals a generational shift, contrasting sharply with the experienced 2021 team under an experienced Virat Kohli. Led by Shubman Gill, the new side lacks veteran presence due to retirements. While the bowling attack retains key figures like Bumrah and Jadeja, depth is a concern….

Josh Hazlewood’s unblemished record in major cricket finals came to an end as South Africa defeated Australia in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s. Despite Hazlewood’s efforts with both ball and bat, including a crucial 59-run partnership, South Africa chased down the target, securing their first WTC…

South Africa clinched a historic World Test Championship victory against Australia at Lord’s, ending a 27-year ICC trophy drought. Chasing 282, the Proteas, led by Aiden Markram’s unbeaten century and Temba Bavuma’s resilient 87, secured a five-wicket win. …