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Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting praised India’s decision to back Sanju Samson as opener in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Samson recovered from a slow start to score 321 runs, including key knocks against the West Indies national cricket team, England national cricket team and New Zealand national cricket…

Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed sparked debate after comparing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah to Usman Tariq, citing his unusual bowling action. Bumrah starred in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, finishing joint-highest wicket-taker with 14 wickets alongside Varun Chakravarthy. His 4/15 in the final against New Zealand national cricket team helped…

Indian long jumper Lokesh Sathyanathan won gold at the NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships in Fayetteville, Arkansas with an 8.21m leap, setting a new Indian indoor record. The Tarleton State University athlete finished ahead of De’Aundre Ward and Tafadzwa Chikomba. Lokesh dedicated the milestone to his late…

Abrar Ahmed, the Pakistan spinner, was bought by Sunrisers Leeds, a franchise controlled by the owners of IPL’s Sunrisers Hyderabad, for £190,000 (around PKR 7 crore) on Thursday during The Hundred. However, the mystery spinner may not receive a No Objection Certificate (NOC), as the Pakistan national cricket team is…

Suryakumar Yadav celebrates five years in international cricket, a journey marked by a remarkable T20 World Cup triumph. His impactful debut in 2022 paved the way for a career defined by explosive batting and astute leadership. Yadav’s impressive stats and captaincy record highlight his significant contributions to Team India’s success….

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, after a stellar IPL debut, faces heightened expectations and increased scrutiny in his second season. Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa suggests this year will be a crucial learning phase as opponents have analyzed his game. While expecting him to score, Uthappa believes the element of surprise has faded,…

John Wright reflects on India’s improbable 2001 Eden Gardens Test victory against Australia. He highlights the sensational partnership of VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid, and Harbhajan Singh’s bowling heroics. The win injected immense self-belief into the team, paving the way for future overseas successes. …

Despite a shaky start with three consecutive ducks, Indian opener Abhishek Sharma proved his mettle in the T20 World Cup 2026 final. He smashed an explosive 18-ball fifty, setting the stage for India’s dominant victory. Former Australian keeper Brad Haddin lauded Sharma’s ‘rascal’ mentality, highlighting his ability to perform under…

Aakash Chopra has questioned the Rajasthan Royals’ decision to host three IPL matches in Guwahati, citing the significant geographical distance and lack of historical connection. Despite Riyan Parag’s Assamese roots, Chopra finds the move unusual for a team representing Rajasthan, as the franchise shifts a substantial portion of its home…

Pakistan national cricket team beat the Bangladesh national cricket team by 128 runs (DLS) in the rain-hit second ODI in Mirpur to level the series 1-1. Maaz Sadaqat starred with 75 and three wickets. Bangladesh were bowled out for 114, with Haris Rauf also taking three wickets after Pakistan posted…

Hussain Talat was hospitalised after injuring his shoulder while fielding during the second ODI between the Pakistan national cricket team and the Bangladesh national cricket team in Dhaka. He crashed into advertising boards while stopping a boundary. The Pakistan Cricket Board said he received treatment and was taken for further…

All-rounder Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League season due to an injury sustained during a warm-up fixture. Kolkata Knight Riders are currently deliberating on a replacement for the injured player. This news follows KKR’s earlier signing of Zimbabwean fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani for the…

Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Zimbabwe’s towering fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani for IPL 2026. Muzarabani, known for his steep bounce and wicket-taking ability, brings significant T20 experience, having taken over 90 wickets in international T20s. He was also a top performer in the recent T20 World Cup, claiming 13 wickets….

Sohail Tanvir’s winning run in the 2008 IPL final symbolically marked the last meaningful appearance of Pakistani players in the league. After the 2008 Mumbai attacks, political tensions led to their exclusion from IPL auctions. Though Azhar Mahmood later played as a British citizen, Pakistani players remain effectively barred due…

Sunrisers Leeds’ acquisition of Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed at The Hundred auction sparked controversy in India. Head coach Daniel Vettori clarified the move was a purely cricketing decision after missing out on Adil Rashid. Vettori emphasised that no internal discussions about avoiding Pakistani players occurred, focusing solely on the best…