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.
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 […]
Rishabh Pant bids farewell to Delhi Capitals after 9 years, following his record INR 27 crore move to Lucknow Super Giants. Reflecting on his journey, Pant shared an emotional message on social media on Tuesday, thanking the fans for their unwavering support. He expressed gratitude for the growth he experienced and promised to continue entertaining […]
India’s victory in the first Test against Australia in Perth by 295 runs marks the biggest win for Team India on Australian soil and the second-largest overseas victory overall. In 2019, India won a Test match against the West Indies by 318 runs. Notably, India has won a Test match only twice when they scored […]
Following India’s victory over Australia in the Perth Test, head coach Gautam Gambhir unexpectedly flew back home due to personal reasons. This move came as a surprise, as there were no prior plans for any team member to leave. Gambhir informed the BCCI of his need to travel, and while his return date is unclear, […]
The 2025 IPL mega auction witnessed some unexpected developments, with Australian opener David Warner and former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson going unsold. Even Sunrisers Hyderabad, who had retained them for years, chose not to bid this time. Warner, now 38 and retired from international cricket, did not attract interest from any franchise.
New Zealand and England will honor Martin Crowe and Graham Thorpe by competing for the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy in all future Test series, starting this week. Crafted from their bats’ wood, the trophy celebrates two cricket legends. Crowe passed away in 2016, while Thorpe died earlier this year. The first Test begins Thursday in Christchurch, followed […]
The IPL 2025 auction ended in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with 577 players shortlisted. Rishabh Pant set a record as the most expensive buy, joining Lucknow Super Giants for INR 27 crore, while 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest pick for Rajasthan Royals. Notably, top players like David Warner, Kane Williamson, Prithvi Shaw, and Mayank Agarwal […]