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The morning that will be remembered for Team India’s DNA of “Never Giving Up!”
Honestly speaking, when Jamie Overton smashed Prasidh Krishna for a boundary off the very first ball of Day 5 of The Oval Test, it almost felt like a puncture to my level of excitement and anticipation for what was about to happen. Then, when on the very next ball, an inside edge that could have easily gone onto the stumps went towards the fine leg boundary, I was convinced that this was probably not India’s day.
3 Players Who Could Captain SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) If Pat Cummins Is Ruled Out Of IPL 2025
Star Australian fast bowler and captain Pat Cummins is in a race against time to be fit for the Champions Trophy as he has been nursing an ankle injury. While Cummins missed the tour to Sri Lanka to be present for the birth of his second child, the ankle issue has made Cummins ‘highly unlikely’ for the Champions Trophy according to Australian head coach Andrew McDonald.
Star Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood has been dealing with several injuries and is almost certain to miss Champions Trophy 2025 for Australia with his participation for RCB in IPL 2025 under the scanner. Hazlewood missed three Tests against India and the entire tour of Sri Lanka due to a side strain and calf injuries and now is reportedly having a hip issue.
No Update On Jasprit Bumrah: Is The India Pacer On Track for Champions Trophy 2025?
Star Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah’s name has been missing from the latest updated Indian squad for the three-match ODI series against England. The first match of the three-match ODI series will be played at Nagpur on February 6. The star speedster had suffered from back spasms during the last Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy at Sydney and didn’t bowl in the final innings of the Test that Australia won by six wickets.
4 Replacements RCB Can Consider For Lungi Ngidi If He's Injured For IPL 2025 Ft. Naveen Ul Haq
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) snapped up the services of South African speedster Lungi Ngidi for the IPL 2025 season by bidding INR 1 crore for the pacer. However, they need to be careful about the injury woes that come with Ngidi as he was out of cricketing action since October 2024 with a groin injury. While he is back playing in the SA20 and not injured right now, Ngidi has missed 50 percent of the matches for Paarl Royals in the SA20 2025 season.
'Worst ever' - Backlash for Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal from Mumbai Selector After Terrible Ranji Trophy Loss to J&K - Cricxtasy
Mumbai’s chief selector Sanjay Patil was disappointed with the performances of star batters Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma in the team’s Ranji Trophy loss against Jammu and Kashmir a few days ago at the MCA Ground in Mumbai. Both Jaiswal and Rohit had made themselves available for the contest amid a fresh 10-point diktat from the BCCI obligating the contractual players to be available for the domestic games.
Strongest Gujarat Titans (GT) Bowling Attack For IPL 2025 Revealed
The Gujarat Titans (GT) retained five players ahead of the IPL 2025 season and that included star Afghanistan all-rounder Rashid Khan, skipper Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan. While they have a set core in the top-order batting and the lower-order finishers, the Gujarat Titans added some smart signings to their ranks in the IPL 2025 auction. On that note, let’s take a look at how the strongest possible bowling attack could look like for the Gujarat Titans.
Suresh Raina Backs Rohit Sharma to Break 'Incredible' MS Dhoni Record in Champions Trophy 2025
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has backed Indian captain Rohit Sharma to become the first Indian player to win four ICC trophies. Rohit will lead the Men in Blue in the Champions Trophy and their first fixture will be against Bangladesh on February 20. Rohit Sharma has equalled MS Dhoni as Indian players to win three ICC trophies as Rohit has won the T20 World Cup twice and also a Champions Trophy.
Mumbai Indians Head Coach Gives Heartfelt Response to What Makes Jasprit Bumrah 'So Special'
Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene heaped praise on star speedster Jasprit Bumrah, calling him ‘a coach’s dream to work with’. Jayawardene hailed Bumrah for always taking up responsibility in tough situations and getting the job done for his team more often than not. Jayawardene believes Bumrah is pretty low maintenance, meaning managing him is very easy as a coach.
Sam Konstas Set to Open the Batting For Australia in the World Test Championship 2025 Final
Travis Head has claimed that youngster Sam Konstas is likely to open the batting for Australia in the World Test Championship final against South Africa to be played in June 2025. Konstas is currently with the Australian squad in Sri Lanka but did not get a look into the playing XI for the first Test. Australia went for a horses-for-courses approach as they backed Travis Head to open the batting with Usman Khawaja and handed Josh Inglis his Test debut in the middle order.
The ILT20 2025 playoffs will begin on February 5 with the Qualifier 1 to be played at the Dubai International Stadium. The Eliminator will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on February 6. The juggernaut will then move to Sharjah on February 7 for Qualifier 2 on February 7. Finally, the final will be played on February 9 in Dubai. The Desert Vipers, MI Emirates, Sharjah Warriors and Dubai Capitals are the four teams that have made it to the playoffs.
Former Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy wants Sam Konstas to be sent back to Australia from the current tour in Sri Lanka. Healy feels Konstas will benefit from the red-ball practice that he will be able to do by being with New South Wales in their Sheffield Shield fixtures. Australia won the first Test against Sri Lanka by a commanding margin of an innings and 242 runs. Their playing XI had Konstas dropped for Travis Head at the top of the order and Josh Inglis played in the middle order.
4 Ways Mumbai Indians Can Fight Back in IPL 2025 To Make the Playoffs
Mumbai Indians had a torrid time in the IPL 2024 season as they finished rock bottom of the IPL 2024 points table with just four wins to their name and as many as 10 losses. Despite having a number of star-studded names in their repertoire, MI failed to make it to the playoffs and were the worst team of the season. However, Mumbai Indians have made some smart buys in the IPL 2025 auction and have retained most of their Indian core.
India’s wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson suffered from a fractured index finger during India’s latest T20I match against England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Samson got hit on the third ball of the over from England’s speedster Jofra Archer and received medical attention on the ground itself. Samson continued playing and scored 16 runs off seven balls in an innings that had one boundary and two sixes.
‘He Is Trying To Show His Ego’- Kris Srikkanth Slams Indian Batter for Poor Form Against England
Former Indian opener and 1983 World Cup winner Kris Srikkanth wasn’t happy with the way Sanju Samson performed in the recently concluded T20I series against England. Samson scored just 51 runs in five innings. What was more disheartening to see was the way he was dismissed against England’s high pace. Samson failed to play deliveries targetted on his body from England’s speedsters and fell prey to their short ball ploy.
Nathan Lyon Reveals Why Australia Aren't a Great Team Yet
Legendary Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon doesn’t believe that Australia have already become a great Test team despite their incredible achievements over the summer of cricket. Australia finally managed to regain the Border Gavaskar Trophy after a gap of 10 years as they beat India 3-1 in the Test series. They also managed to script their biggest win in Asia when they beat Sri Lanka by an innings and 242 runs at Galle.
'He Opened My Eyes...'
Star England batter Joe Root claimed that it was Brendon McCullum who broadened his horizon when it came to bringing a change in his game. The England head coach brought the Bazball revolution in Test cricket and is now also the coach of the white-ball setup. Root has gotten a call-up to England’s Champions Trophy squad and will play his first ODI after the 2023 World Cup in the series against India.
Two 10/10, One 1/10: Rating India Players On Their Performances from the IND vs ENG T20Is
India completed a thumping win in their five-match T20I series against England. They won the series 4-1 after a commanding 150-run win in the fifth and final T20I in Mumbai. England were marred by inconsistent performances with both bat and ball while India were clinical across departments in the five matches.
Gautam Gambhir Sends Strong Message to Indian T20I Team After England Series Win
Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has sent out a strong message to the Indian T20I team. Gambhir has claimed that the Indian T20I team will try to regularly breach the 250-260 run mark in the shortest format. Team India managed to post a mammoth 247/9 in their 20 overs in the fifth and final T20I of their series against England and managed to win the game by a massive margin of 150 runs.
Star India Player Fractures Index Finger; Set for Lengthy Spell on Sidelines
Indian wicketkeeper Sanju Samson has fractured his index finger after being hit on it by a delivery from Jofra Archer during the fifth and final T20I between India and England in Mumbai. Samson smashed Archer for two sixes and a boundary but soon got hit on his index finger due to which he received treatment out in the middle. The star wicketkeeper also didn’t go the glovework as Dhruv Jurel was the one who donned the responsibility in the second innings.
IND-W vs SA-W Live Streaming: ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025 Final Live Telecast Details in India, Date and Time
India and South Africa will lock horns in the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup final on Sunday, February 2. India have made it to their second consecutive final and will be keen to defend their title. They have won all eight matches so far including a dominating win over England in the U19 T20 World Cup semifinal. South Africa are also coming into the final on the back of seven wins out of their eight games with one game being washed off due to rain.
'Make or break': Gautam Gambhir outlines roles for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for Champions Trophy 2025
Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir believes captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli have a crucial role to play in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 set to be played in Pakistan and Dubai. Both Kohli and Rohit’s form has been a cause for concern for the Indian cricketing fraternity. Rohit scored just 31 runs in five innings in the Border Gavaskar Trophy and decided to opt out of the Sydney Test in the recently concluded Border Gavaskar Trophy.
Match-Winning Spells in India, Sri Lanka in 3-Test Career: Is Matthew Kuhnemann The Best Spin Successor for Nathan Lyon?
Australia’s star left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann once again spun a web, this time around Sri Lanka to give the Aussies a thumping win in Galle by an innings and 242 runs. Kuhnemann has played just three Test matches for Australia so far, but his impact has been magnificent. Matthew Kuhnemann first made an impact when Australia faced India in the third Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2023 at Indore.
England Legend Questions Gautam Gambhir For Inclusion Of This Player in India T20I XI
Former England legendary batter Kevin Pietersen criticised the Indian team management and head coach Gautam Gambhir for not providing a clear role to Dhruv Jurel in the third T20I against England. The current team management under Gautam Gambhir is pretty big on having a left-hand right-hand combination, something that saw Dhruv Jurel walk out to bat at No.8 in the third T20I in Rajkot.
Delhi Coach Sarandeep Singh Reveals What Virat Kohli Said In The Dressing Room To Teammates
Delhi’s coach Sarandeep Singh shed light on the advice that star Indian batter Virat Kohli gave to the players in the dressing room during the Ranji Trophy 2024/25 encounter between Delhi and Railways. Kohli had an anti-climactic return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years as he scored just six runs in the lone innings that he batted. However, the Delhi team as a whole punched above their weight and took a 133-run lead over Railways in the first innings.
4 Replacements for Injured Mitchell Marsh At Champions Trophy 2025 Ft. KKR New Recruit From IPL 2025
Veteran Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back injury. The all-rounder had been dealing with multiple complications in his back area during the recently concluded Border Gavaskar Trophy. The complications have led to him being ruled out of the tournament. Australia are yet to announce a replacement for the 33-year-old but it is a crucial area for them to strengthen as he was likely to open the batting with Travis Head.
"Jason Gillespie is a bit like Gambhir"- Ricky Ponting on Pakistan's red-ball coach
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes compatriot and former teammate Jason Gillespie will do a good job as Pakistan's red-ball coach. Ponting and Gillespie have played a lot of cricket for Australia together in the past and share a great camaraderie. Ponting highlighted Gillespie's impressive record as a coach and likened it to India's head coach Gautam Gambhir, who also has tasted success in his brief coaching career so far.
"Excellent tactician and an exceptional leader of people"- Robin Uthappa on India's new head coach Gautam Gambhir
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa has thrown his weight behind Gautam Gambhir's leadership abilities as the newly appointed head coach of the Indian men's team. Gambhir began his tenure in sensational fashion with a 3-0 win over Sri Lanka in the T20Is. However, the Island Nation made a stunning comeback in the three-match ODI series, winning it 2-0.
Leg and off: Did Mumbai Indians give up on Kieron Pollard too early?
Kieron Pollard set The Hundred stage ablaze as he smashed Rashid Khan for five sixes off five balls in the match between the Trent Rockets and the Southern Brave on August 10. Pollard had been struggling at one stage with six runs off 14 balls, but managed to turn it on at the right time. His knock of 45 off just 23 balls helped the Southern Brave win a thrilling game by just two wickets and a ball to spare. Pollard also won the Player of the Match award for his sensational performance.
"India have a great opportunity for a hat-trick" - Wasim Jaffer on India's chances of winning the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25
Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer feels the Indian team have a golden opportunity to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. India have won the previous two editions of the Test series Down Under, both by a 2-1 margin. Jaffer believes the availability of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj could be a key factor to the visitors putting up a good show in Australia. He also spoke about the likes of Arshdeep Singh and speedster Mayank Yadav being X-factors in the conditions Down Under.
"Will take a lot of years for Babar" - Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali on comparison between Arshad Nadeem and Babar Azam
Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali believes the laurels that Arshad Nadeem has brought to the country by winning the gold medal in javelin throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics, is greater than the collective brought by Babar Azam and the Pakistan cricket team. Arshad Nadeem set an Olympic record when he recorded a throw of 92.97 meters and won the gold medal, with India's Neeraj Chopra in second place with an 89.45-meter throw.
3 teams that should look at Ravichandran Ashwin as their captain for IPL 2025 ft. RCB
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently led the Dindigul Dragons (DD) to their maiden TNPL title. DD had finished fourth on the points table in the league phase and then went on a fine run winning the Eliminator, the Qualifier 2 and the final to clinch the title. DD batter Baba Indrajith hailed Ashwin's contributions in getting the Dragons their maiden TNPL triumph and also revealed that the veteran off-spinner has a dream of winning an IPL trophy as captain.
"It is highly heartbreaking" - Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from Paris Olympics 2024
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his disappointment with wrestler Vinesh Phogat being disqualified from the Paris 2024 Olympics ahead of her gold medal match. Vinesh was 100 grams overweight on the day of her weigh-in ahead of the final Ashwin shed light on how the entire journey of a sportsperson is built around the Olympics and how it is the epitome of so many athletes around the world.
"There is nothing more unfair for a player than RTM" - Ravichandran Ashwin opens up on retention rule
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has given his take on the Right to Match (RTM) option in IPL mega auctions. Several franchises are reportedly in favor of having multiple RTMs for the upcoming IPL mega auction to retain their core. However, Ashwin feels the RTM rule will be unfair to the player and will not provide value to his demand.
"Can a player like Dhoni play as an uncapped player?" - Ravichandran Ashwin opens up on intriguing possibility
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was intrigued about the possibility of MS Dhoni being retained by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as a potentially uncapped player. Dhoni hasn't played international cricket since 2019. From the 2008 edition to IPL 2021, there was a rule in place that had retired players for more than five years playing as uncapped players.
"Yeh baat sirf aik maa he keh sakti hai" - Shoaib Akhtar hails Neeraj Chopra's mother after Arshad Nadeem's Paris Olympics 2024 gold medal
Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar was in awe of star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's mother for the way she congratulated Paris Olympics 2024 javelin throw gold medalist from Pakistan, Arshad Nadeem. Arshad set an Olympic record distance of 92.97 meters with his throw and won the gold medal, while Neeraj had to remain content with a second-place finish, thanks to his 89.45-meter long throw.
3 Olympic sports Rishabh Pant would have been good at if he wasn't a cricketer
With the Olympics 2024 in full swing, it's interesting to ponder how Rishabh Pant would have fitted into the events. The swashbuckling southpaw is an explosive batter and a more than capable wicketkeeper. However, Pant is also quite a chirpy character on the field, and some of his mannerisms while playing the game may make one feel that he could be good at multiple sports other than cricket alone.
"This competition will not last beyond this week" - Adam Zampa on pulling out of IPL 2021
Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa was a part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad when he pulled out of the IPL 2021 season alongside compatriot Kane Richardson. The duo cited bio bubble fatigue as the reason. Zampa opened up on how once during that season, a fan breached the bio bubble to get their autograph and that prompted both Zampa and Richardson to talk to the RCB owners before pulling out of the league.
"They're obviously going to pick me up because of the six-fer" - Adam Zampa on his mindset during maiden IPL season
Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa had made his IPL debut for the Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) in 2016 and rose to the occasion straightaway. His figures of 6/19 against the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) were the second-best in the league's history until 2019. Zampa opened up on the experience in his maiden IPL season and how he got to bowl to the likes of star players Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. His confidence was sky-high after getting the better of the South African superstar.
Shakib Al Hasan's inclusion in Pakistan vs Bangladesh Tests doubtful: Reports
The political unrest in Bangladesh has cast doubts on Shakib Al Hasan's participation in the Test series against Pakistan. Bangladesh are slated to tour Pakistan for two Tests beginning from August 21 at Rawalpindi. Shakib had expressed how eager he was to play Test cricket for Bangladesh and be a part of the series and currently is featuring in the Global T20 Canada.
"There seemed a sense of complacency" - Aakash Chopra questions India's bowling in the ODI series against Sri Lanka
Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra felt a sense of complacency with the Men in Blue's bowling in the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka. India lost the series 2-0, thereby conceding an ODI bilateral rubber against Sri Lanka for the first time since 1997. Chopra shed light on how the Indian spinners had the opposition on the mat in the first two ODIs but the Lankans were able to get away and post totals above the 200-run mark.
"I don’t remember the last time it happened" - Aakash Chopra on Virat Kohli's struggles against spin
Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra was perplexed with star batter Virat Kohli's struggles against the Sri Lankan spinners in the recently concluded three-match ODI series. Kohli was out LBW to spin in all three games. The former cricketer shed light on how Kohli had misread the line of the deliveries and also noted that the 35-year-old used up a review each time. He scored just 58 runs in three innings in the series.
"No.4 has become a revolving door" - Aakash Chopra questions India's tactics during the ODI series against Sri Lanka
Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra was baffled by the number of changes India made to their batting line-up throughout the ODI series against Sri Lanka.
India vs Sri Lanka Highlights, 3rd ODI: Three moments that created a buzz among fans ft. Riyan Parag
India lost their first ODI series against Sri Lanka in 27 years after they came up short in the third ODI against the Island Nation in the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, August 7. The Men in Blue were bundled out for just 138 and lost the third ODI by a massive margin of 110 runs. Sri Lanka once again won the toss and opted to bat first and got a good start from their openers Pathum Nissanka (45) and Avishka Fernando (96).
[Watch] Virat Kohli & Asitha Fernando engage in a heated verbal duel during India vs Sri Lanka third ODI
Star Indian batter Virat Kohli and Sri Lankan pacer Asitha Fernando were involved in a heated exchange during the third ODI of the ongoing series between the two teams at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The exchange took place after the end of the fifth over. Kohli defended a delivery from Asitha right under his helmet and it hit the middle of his bat. However, while walking towards the umpire to take his cap, the bowler had something to say to the batter.
"Top ODI prospect"- Fans react to Riyan Parag's impressive bowling performance in India vs Sri Lanka third ODI
All-rounder Riyan Parag had a productive day with the ball for India on his ODI debut in the third match of the ongoing series against Sri Lanka in Colombo. He conceded 54 runs in his nine overs and also picked up three wickets. The Men in Blue needed someone to step up in the middle overs and Riyan proved to be the bowler Rohit Sharma could depend on for those wickets. Fans on X (formerly) were delighted to see Riyan produce impressive figures with the ball.
[Watch] Riyan Parag traps Charith Asalanka in front during India vs Sri Lanka third ODI
Indian all-rounder Riyan Parag got his second wicket of the day in the form of Sri Lankan captain Charith Asalanka in the ongoing third ODI of the series. Asalanka departed for 10 runs off 12 deliveries. India got their third wicket on the last ball of the 38th over. Asalanka tried to work a delivery pitched on the middle and leg stump line from Parag towards the leg side.
[Watch] Axar Patel draws first blood as Pathum Nissanka departs in India vs Sri Lanka third ODI
Left-arm spinner Axar Patel provided a much-needed breakthrough for India in the ongoing third ODI of the series as Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka had to make his way back to the pavilion. Nissanka was dismissed for 45 off 65 balls. The wicket fell in the 20th over of the innings. Nissanka tried to hit a delivery from around the wicket from Axar towards deep mid-wicket. However, this time the ball gripped the surface and hit the toe end of Nissanka's bat to lob straight up in the air.
[Watch] Rohit Sharma is seen having an animated chat with Riyan Parag ahead of India vs Sri Lanka third ODI
Indian captain Rohit Sharma was seen having a long conversation with debutant Riyan Parag ahead of the third ODI against Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, August 7. Riyan has come into India's playing XI in place of Arshdeep Singh. The Men in Blue have decided to deepen their batting line-up by bringing in the youngster at the cost of a left-arm pacer. However, Riyan can also bowl off-spin and that's probably what Rohit seemed to be discussing with the former.
"He has shown why he is different"- Ravi Shastri's tribute to Virat Kohli
Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has hailed star batter Virat Kohli for his longevity and versatility across formats. Shastri and Kohli share a great camaraderie given the work they did together as coach and captain for several years. Shastri maintained that he didn't want to compare players from different generations. However, shedding light on how good Kohli had been across formats for the past decade, Shastri feels not many could achieve that longevity.
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