Jasprit Bumrah on Wednesday reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Test bowling rankings after his match-winning performance in India’s 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test at Perth. Bumrah took 8 wickets for 72, surpassing Kagiso Rabada and Josh Hazlewood with a career-best 883 points. Mohammed Siraj also rose to 25th after claiming […]
India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) announced. The Asian Shooting Confederation (ASC) confirmed the decision, requesting the NRAI to propose dates for the event. NRAI Secretary General K. Sultan Singh expressed gratitude, promising to deliver a successful event.
New Zealand’s historic 3-0 series win in India is behind them as they select pacer Nathan Smith for his debut against England in the first Test at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval. Captain Tom Latham confirmed Kane Williamson’s return, leaving no space for Will Young, the player-of-the-series in India. Latham called the India series amazing but said, […]
Pakistan’s young bowler Abrar Ahmed has made a remarkable start to his career, setting new records. In the second ODI against Zimbabwe, Abrar took 4 key wickets, joining an elite group of bowlers alongside the legendary Abdul Qadir. Prior to Abrar, Zakir Khan and Sarfaraz Nawaz had achieved this significant milestone. Pakistan went on to […]
The ICC will hold a virtual meeting on November 29 to finalize the delayed Champions Trophy schedule, set for February-March 2025 in Pakistan. The delay stems from India’s refusal to play in Pakistan due to strained political relations. The BCCI has proposed a hybrid model for India’s matches in a third country, but Pakistan has […]
Shubman Gill is likely to miss the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Series against Australia, scheduled from December 6 to 10, 2024. Gill missed the Perth Test due to injury, and doctors have advised him to rest for two weeks. As a result, it is reported that he will also miss the Adelaide Test. Notably, […]
On the 10th anniversary of his death, family and teammates of Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes paid tribute to the late player, who died from a brain hemorrhage after being struck on the neck during a 2014 domestic match. Hughes’ tragic passing at age 25 shocked the cricket world, prompting calls for greater safety in the […]
The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) suspended Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia for four years after he refused a doping test during national trials on March 10. Initially suspended on April 23, the Tokyo bronze medallist was also banned by the World Wrestling Federation. The suspension, effective from April 23, 2024, will affect his wrestling career and […]
The International Cricket Council (ICC) will hold a crucial virtual meeting on Friday, November 29, to finalize the schedule for the 2025 Champions Trophy, set to be held in Pakistan in February-March. The meeting comes after a delay in announcing the tournament schedule, which was caused by India’s refusal to play in Pakistan due to […]
The IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah saw dramatic bidding wars for top players, with franchises battling it out. Rishabh Pant became the highest-paid player at ₹27 crore, joining Lucknow Super Giants after a fierce competition. Venkatesh Iyer fetched ₹23.75 crore for KKR, while Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal were reclaimed by Punjab Kings for […]
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday honored the martyrs of the 26/11 terror attacks. Sharing his tribute on X, he recalled how the tragedy tested the spirit of citizens but failed to break it. Tendulkar further highlighted the courage of the heroes and the resilience of Mumbaikars, emphasizing unity and strength as a nation.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday honored the martyrs of the 26/11 terror attacks. Sharing his tribute on X, he recalled how the tragedy tested the spirit of citizens but failed to break it. Tendulkar further highlighted the courage of the heroes and the resilience of Mumbaikars, emphasizing unity and strength as a nation.
At just 13, Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest cricketer ever bought in an IPL auction, with Rajasthan Royals securing him for Rs 1.10 crore. His father who sold farmland to fund his son’s dream, defended Vaibhav against age fraud allegations, asserting he passed BCCI’s bone test. The Bihar Cricket Association praised Vaibhav’s achievement, calling it […]
Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal expressed his sadness over Rishabh Pant’s departure, wishing for a future reunion. Pant, released ahead of the IPL mega auction, was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for ₹27 crore. Jindal shared an emotional message on X, calling Pant his “younger brother” and assuring him of his love and efforts to […]
Akash Ambani, owner of Mumbai Indians, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s squad for the IPL 2025 season after the mega-auction in Jeddah on November 24-25. He acknowledged losing several former MI players but wished them well in their new franchises. Ambani emphasized their pride in the current squad and reiterated that the players will […]