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England captain Ben Stokes has revealed the recent Ashes defeat was the most challenging period of his captaincy. Despite the 4-1 loss and internal issues, Stokes reaffirmed his commitment to leading the team forward with head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key, vowing to improve and bring pride…

M Chinnaswamy Stadium will honor 11 fans lost in a tragedy. A memorial plaque and 11 reserved seats will be unveiled. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will lead tributes before the match. The stadium remembers the lives lost during celebrations. This tribute ensures their memory remains part of the venue. …

As IPL 2026 nears, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is dominating headlines, even overshadowing cricket. This spy-action sequel, a box office sensation, has fans scrambling for tickets, with cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar himself struggling to secure a seat. The film’s immense popularity is evident as players and captains alike are flocking to…

The review, which was announced soon after the final Test in January, was completed on Monday. ECB chief executive Richard Gould said removing individuals would have been the easier option but the board has chosen not to take that route. …

In a statement issued on Monday, the board said it had been in touch with the Ministry of Youth & Sports and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before taking a decision. …

India’s sports economy has surged past $2 billion, driven by a 13.4% year-on-year increase to $2.13 billion. Cricket dominates, accounting for 89% of total receipts and a staggering Rs 16,704 crore. Emerging Sports’ share has contracted to 11%, with the postponement of the Indian Super League impacting growth. …

Jasprit Bumrah has arrived at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Karnataka, with his presence not confirmed to be injury-related or for routine checks. This comes as Mumbai Indians’ T20 World Cup winning players, including Bumrah, were granted an extended break. MI’s IPL 2026 campaign begins against KKR on March…

While India still holds a strong hand with R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh in the fray, the absence of Humpy, the runner-up of the 2025 World Cup, is being viewed as a massive blow to the nation’s title hopes. …

The development comes a day after the league was reduced to a closed-door event at two venues — Karachi and Lahore — amid the ongoing West Asia situation and related security issues. …

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Fans eagerly await MS Dhoni’s IPL future, with many hoping he continues beyond 2026. When questioned about retirement, the former CSK captain offered a subtle hint, stating, “It is very difficult. It is on the way down, not on the way up. But I will try,” sparking thunderous applause from…

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla revealed that Sourav Ganguly’s iconic T-shirt twirl at Lord’s in 2002 was initially intended as a team celebration. However, Sachin Tendulkar advised against it, deeming it inappropriate. Ganguly proceeded alone, creating a memorable cricketing moment after India’s NatWest Trophy win. …

Kolkata Knight Riders have reportedly signed Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for the injured Akash Deep for IPL 2026. The Vidarbha left-arm pacer, who previously trained with KKR, is yet to make his IPL debut. Dubey impressed in the 2019 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, showcasing his bowling prowess. …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally clinched their maiden IPL title last year, but celebrations were tragically marred by a stadium stampede. After a nine-month hiatus and significant stadium upgrades, cricket returns to Chinnaswamy. RCB, now defending champions, face challenges with key player absences but aim for a balanced season, balancing title…

Top Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, prioritizing her personal safety and well-being. Citing security concerns despite assurances, Humpy’s decision opens a spot for Anna Muzychuk. While India retains representation with R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh, Humpy’s withdrawal raises questions about potential FIDE penalties…