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The ICC is expected to finalize a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy on Saturday. A report by Cricbuzz stated that ICC Chairman Jay Shah will join the meeting virtually from Brisbane. Pakistan is likely to remain the official host, with 10 of the 15 matches held in the country, while India’s matches and […]
Mohammed Siraj, India’s fast bowler, was loudly booed by sections of the Gabba crowd on Day 1 of the third Test against Australia on Saturday. The boos stemmed from the controversy surrounding Siraj’s send-off to Travis Head during the second Test in Adelaide, for which both players were penalized.
Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been suspended from bowling in ECB-organized competitions after a report on his bowling action. The umpires flagged his action during a September County Championship match for Surrey against Somerset. After an independent assessment at Loughborough University, ECB confirmed the suspension in line with their regulations on illegal bowling actions.
Russian Chess Federation chief Andrei Filatov has accused defending world champion Ding Liren of deliberately losing to India’s D Gukesh in the final game of their match. Filatov, expressing suspicion over Liren’s costly blunder, called for an investigation by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), questioning how such a mistake could occur even for a top-tier […]
Vinod Kambli recently shared details of his health struggles, revealing he suffered a urine infection a month ago that caused him to collapse. The 52-year-old cricketer expressed gratitude for the support of his wife, children, and ex-teammate Ajay Jadeja, who helped him recover. Kambli mentioned he is now feeling better and appreciated his family’s care […]
Vinod Kambli has accepted Kapil Dev’s offer to enter rehab for the 15th time, following a troubled financial and health period. The former cricketer, whose only income is a ₹30,000 monthly pension, acknowledged his difficult situation but remains hopeful with family support. He has quit drinking and smoking for his children and is determined to […]
Prem Thakur, the Indian owner of the Galle Marvels in the Lanka T10 League, was arrested by Sri Lanka’s sports police on Thursday over match-fixing charges. His arrest followed a complaint by a West Indies player who refused Thakur’s match-fixing offer. The incident, under investigation, has raised concerns about the integrity of the inaugural Lanka […]
Third Test between India and Australia – to be played at the iconic Gabba in Brisbane – may not even go ahead totally. This is due to the downpours of rain in recent days. This problem could play spoilsport during the third INDvsAUS test, as rain has been predicted on all five days of the […]
Australia captain Pat Cummins promised to inundate Indian batters with bouncers at “some point” of Brisbane Test. He said, “Yeah, potentially. It worked out in the Adelaide Test. It’s always in the back of your mind as a bit of a plan B. If it’s something really uncomfortable, you’re likely to take a look at […]
Mumbai Indians have appointed English fielding coach Carl Hopkinson for IPL 2025 as part of their efforts to bounce back from a disappointing season. Hopkinson, who has extensive experience with England’s white-ball team, replaces James Pamment. The team will also see Mahela Jayawardene return as head coach, aiming for a strong comeback after a challenging […]
Sri Lanka’s sports police arrested Prem Thakur, an Indian owner of the Galle Marvels team in the Lanka T10 League, on match-fixing charges. The arrest followed a complaint by a West Indies player who refused to participate in the alleged fixing. Thakur, whose team plays in Kandy’s Pallekele stadium, will be presented in court on […]
Ex-India head coach Ravi Shastri suggested that India captain Rohit Sharma should return to the opening slot for maximum impact in the ongoing series against Australia. Shastri emphasized that Rohit has been most successful as an opener over the past years, urging him to throw the first punch and capitalize on the opportunity, despite recent […]
Josh Hazlewood has been cleared of injury on Friday and will join Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc for Australia’s third Test against India in Brisbane. Hazlewood, who missed the second Test due to a side strain, is back after a successful recovery. Captain Cummins confirmed there are no other changes, but Scott Boland, who performed […]
Jason Gillespie resigned as Pakistan’s Test team coach, citing the Pakistan Cricket Board’s failure to review Tim Nielsen’s contract as high-performance coach, whom he had recommended. Aaqib Javed replaces Gillespie as interim coach for Pakistan’s two-Test series against South Africa starting Dec 26. Pakistan is already in South Africa for the tour’s white-ball mat...
During his captaincy, Virat Kohli was the focus of training sessions, and on Thursday, he reprised that role, addressing teammates ahead of the crucial third Test after a crushing 10-wicket defeat. With skipper Rohit Sharma under pressure, Kohli and vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah delivered an inspiring talk, capturing everyone’s attention, including Rohit’s, ahead of Saturday’s m...