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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…

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Former pacer Varun Aaron believes Suryakumar Yadav’s recent T20I struggles stem from shot selection and difficulty with slower deliveries. Aaron suggests batting Suryakumar at number four, similar to his IPL role, to improve his consistency and address concerns ahead of the T20 World Cup. …

Sanju Samson, India’s first-choice keeper for the 2026 T20 World Cup, reflects on his decade-long journey marked by failures and successes. Having returned to his preferred opening role, Samson emphasizes his fearless approach and the importance of his bond with captain Suryakumar Yadav. He remains driven by a hunger to…

With cricket set to return to the Olympics, the European T20 Premier League, backed by the cricket’s governing body ICC, aims to transform associate cricket by bringing elite global stars to Europe. Backed by Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan and featuring names like Steve Waugh, Mitchell Santner and Glenn Maxwell, ETPL…