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Kuldeep Yadav's Champions Trophy selection hangs in balance
17 Jan 2025
Vijay Hazare TrophyKarnataka to face Vidarbha in Vijay Hazare Trophy final: Preview
The grand finale of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 will be played on Saturday, January 18.
17 Jan 2025
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)Ranji Trophy: Key Team India regulars to watch out for
In light of India's recent Test debacles, the BCCI has now made it compulsory for centrally contracted players to play in domestic tournaments.
17 Jan 2025
Alexander ZverevAustralian Open 2025: Alexander Zverev equals Boris Becker's record
Second seed Alexander Zverev has beaten Briton Jacob Fearnley in straight sets at the 2025 Australian Open.
17 Jan 2025
Nathan LyonNathan Lyon donates bats signed by Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah
Renowned Australian off-spinner, Nathan Lyon has graciously donated three cricket bats to the National Cricket Inclusion Championships (NCIC).
17 Jan 2025
Aryna SabalenkaAryna Sabalenka attains feat after reaching Australian Open fourth round
Top seed Aryna Sabalenka has reached the fourth round of the 2025 Australian Open after defeating Denmark's Clara Tauson.
17 Jan 2025
Australian OpenAustralian Open: Rohan Bopanna, Zhang reach mixed doubles second round
Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna and his mixed doubles partner Shuai Zhang progressed to the second round of the 2025 Australian Open.
17 Jan 2025
Ashleigh GardnerAshleigh Gardner creates history with maiden WODI century
Former Australian cricket team captain Ashleigh Gardner has etched her name in history books by becoming the first-ever player to score a century batting at No. 6 in Women's One Day Internationals (WODIs).
17 Jan 2025
Tushar DeshpandeTushar Deshpande to miss Ranji Trophy due to ankle injury
Mumbai fast bowler Tushar Deshpande will miss the upcoming Ranji Trophy matches due to a recurring ankle injury, as per PTI.
17 Jan 2025
England Cricket TeamDecoding England batters with 80-plus scores versus India (T20Is)
England are gearing up to take on hosts India in a five-match T20I series, starting on January 22.
17 Jan 2025
Axar PatelAxar Patel likely to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025
Delhi Capitals are reportedly eyeing Axar Patel as their captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, as per ANI.
17 Jan 2025
Chris JordanIndian bowlers with 4-plus wicket hauls against England (T20Is)
The much-anticipated five-match India versus England T20I series is set to commence on January 22.
17 Jan 2025
England Cricket TeamThese England bowlers own T20I four-fers versus India
The much-anticipated five-match India versus England T20I series will kick off on January 22.
17 Jan 2025
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)BCCI introduces new guidelines for Indian cricketers
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued a new set of guidelines, governing travel, spouses, luggage, and personal staff for Indian cricketers.
17 Jan 2025
Rohit SharmaYuvraj Singh defends Rohit Sharma amid criticism over Test performance
Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has come out in defense of Rohit Sharma, the current captain of the Indian cricket team.
17 Jan 2025
Sanju SamsonBCCI to investigate Samson's absence from Vijay Hazare Trophy
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to probe wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson's absence from the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, as per Times of India.
17 Jan 2025
BCCIWPL 2025: Schedule, venues, dates and other details
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025.
17 Jan 2025
England Cricket TeamSaqib Mahmood secures visa for England's white-ball tour of India
England's star pacer Saqib Mahmood has finally received his visa for the limited-overs series in India.
17 Jan 2025
Marnus LabuschagneMatt Kuhnemann's Sri Lanka tour in doubt after thumb injury
Brisbane Heat's key player Matt Kuhnemann is uncertain for the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka.
17 Jan 2025
Manchester UnitedPremier League: Amad Diallo's hat-trick sees Manchester United defeat Southampton
Bottom-placed Southampton were beaten 3-1 by Manchester United in matchweek 21 of the Premier League 2024/25 season.
16 Jan 2025
BundesligaBundesliga 2024/25 season: Here's the halfway stage report card
The Bundesliga 2024/25 season has witnessed 17 matchweeks get over with another 17 m,atchweeks to go.
16 Jan 2025
Harry KaneTop scorers across Europe's top 5 leagues (2024/25) across competitions
The ongoing 2024-25 football season has witnessed six players from Europe's top five leagues score more than 20 goals in all competitions.
16 Jan 2025
Vijay Hazare TrophyVidarbha down Maharashtra to reach Vijay Hazare Trophy final: Stats
Vidarbha downed Maharashtra to reach the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy final. Vidarbha beat Maharashtra by 69 runs at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.
16 Jan 2025
Daniil MedvedevAustralian Open: Learner Tien stuns Daniil Medvedev in five sets
Learner Tien stunned 5th seed Daniil Medvedev in five sets at the 2025 Australian Open on Thursday.
16 Jan 2025
Pakistan Cricket TeamPakistan announce playing XI for 1st Test versus West Indies
Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the 1st Test against West Indies, starting January 17 at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
16 Jan 2025
Mohamed SalahAl-Hilal eye Liverpool's Mohamed Salah as potential Neymar replacement
Saudi Arabian football champions, Al-Hilal, are weighing a mega contract offer for Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah. The move comes as the club gears up for the departure of Neymar at the end of this season.
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenIga Swiatek vs Emma Raducanu, Australian Open 2025: Statistical preview
Iga Swiatek booked her spot in the third round of the Australian Open, after a thumping win over Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Cricket TeamA look at Indian batters with T20I tons against England
After a grueling Test season, India are set to host England in a five-match T20I series at home. The two teams will clash in the series opener in Kolkata, starting January 22.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Women's Cricket TeamA look at fastest WODI tons by Indian batters
Smriti Mandhana scripted records by scoring the fastest century in WODIs by an Indian.
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenJasmine Paolini reaches Australian Open 2025 third round: Key stats
Jasmine Paolini has reached the third round of the Australian Open 2025. The Italian powerhouse booked her 3rd-round berth with a solid win over Renata Zarazúa on Thursday at the Rod Laver Arena.
16 Jan 2025
Stephen FlemingStephen Fleming steps down as Southern Brave head coach
Stephen Fleming has stepped down as the head coach of Southern Brave in The Hundred, citing family reasons for his exit.
16 Jan 2025
Women's Premier League (WPL)RCB sign Charlie Dean for WPL 2025: Decoding her stats
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) announced the signing of England's spin-bowling all-rounder, Charlie Dean, in their Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 squad.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Cricket TeamIndia vs England, T20Is: Hosts to hold camp in Kolkata
Having had a disappointing red-ball series against New Zealand and Australia, the Indian cricket team will now shift its focus to the upcoming T20I series against England at home.
16 Jan 2025
India vs England CricketIndia A to play three four-day games against England Lions
India A will take on England Lions in three four-day matches, giving players a chance to display their talent or find form ahead of India's tour of England.
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenAustralian Open 2025, Jannik Sinner overcomes Tristan Schoolkate: Key stats
World No. 1 men's singles tennis ace, Jannik Sinner, has made it to the third round of the Australian Open, despite dropping a set for the first time since October.
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenAustralian Open: Danielle Collins faces crowd's wrath after defeating Aiava
Former Australian Open finalist Danielle Collins won a fiery second-round clash against Australia's Destanee Aiava on January 16.
16 Jan 2025
Karun NairKarun Nair slams his 6th fifty-plus score in VHT 2024/25
Veteran batter Karun Nair was once again amongst the runs for Vidarbha in the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy.
16 Jan 2025
Gautam GambhirGautam Gambhir aims to eliminate indiscipline from Team India: Report
Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir is said to be taking some drastic steps to tackle the team's recent dismal performance.
16 Jan 2025
Vijay Hazare TrophyDhruv Shorey, Yash Rathod slam centuries in VHT semis: Stats
Vidarbha cricket team openers, Dhruv Shorey and Yash Rathod hammered centuries against Maharashtra in the 2nd semi-final of the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy on Thursday.
16 Jan 2025
Bangladesh Cricket BoardBPL: Durbar Rajshahi pledge to clear dues as players protest
Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise, Durbar Rajshahi, have promised to clear the dues of its cricketers.
16 Jan 2025
National Basketball Association2024-25 NBA: Ranking teams with best road record so far
As the 2024-25 NBA season unfolds, road success has been a key indicator of championship potential. Some teams have thrived away from home, showing their ability to win in tough environments.
16 Jan 2025
Rohit Sharma'No better captain than Rohit Sharma,' says Akash Deep
Amid recent criticism of Test captain Rohit Sharma, Indian cricketer Akash Deep has come out in his staunch support of the latter.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Women's Cricket TeamSmriti Mandhana hails aggressive approach in record-breaking WODI against Ireland
The Indian women's cricket team has created history by thrashing Ireland in the third game of the WODI series in Rajkot.
16 Jan 2025
National Football LeagueNFL: Ranking the MVP candidates post the Wild card games
On February 6, the NFL Honors in New Orleans will reveal the 2024 MVP.
16 Jan 2025
National Football League#ThisDayThatYear: Cowboys set Super Bowl rushing record with 252 yards
On January 16, 1972, the Dallas Cowboys made history with a dominant Super Bowl performance, setting a record for the then-most rushing yards in the big game.
16 Jan 2025
NBA#ThisDayThatYear: Curry makes history with three straight 8+ three-pointer game
On January 16, 2019, Stephen Curry etched his name into NBA history, becoming the first player to score 8+ three-pointers in three consecutive games.
16 Jan 2025
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)Kevin Pietersen as India's batting coach? England star expresses interest
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering increasing the coaching staff of the Indian cricket team, especially appointing a new batting coach.
16 Jan 2025
Gautam GambhirIs BCCI mulling over new batting coach for Team India?
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been mulling over a new batting coach for the Indian men's international team, Cricbuzz reported on January 15.
16 Jan 2025
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)Harsha Bhogle urges BCCI to ban PR agencies: Here's why
The narrative regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s stricter regulations during overseas tours has been doing the rounds of late.
16 Jan 2025
Babar AzamPakistan vs West Indies, Tests: Decoding key player battles
Pakistan are gearing up to host West Indies in a two-match Test series, as part of the ongoing 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenAustralian Open: Elena Rybakina secures 50th Grand Slam victory
Star tennis player Elena Rybakina has registered her 50th Grand Slam match win at the Australian Open.
16 Jan 2025
Kuldeep YadavKuldeep Yadav intensifies training ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy
Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav is ramping up his training as he recovers from a groin injury.
16 Jan 2025
Pakistan Cricket TeamPakistan to host West Indies in Multan Test: Preview
Pakistan will host the West Indies in a two-match Test series, as part of the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC).
16 Jan 2025
Australian OpenAustralian Open: Taylor Fritz attains feat with win over Garin
America's fourth seed Taylor Fritz has progressed to the third round of the 2025 Australian Open.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Women's Cricket Team'Father suffered heart attack' - Shafali Verma makes painful revelation
Star Indian women's cricket team opener Shafali Verma was dropped from the squad for the Australia tour in November.
16 Jan 2025
Dinesh KarthikDinesh Karthik hilariously responds to fan after run-out in SA20
Former Indian cricketer and current wicketkeeper-batter for Paarl Royals, Dinesh Karthik, showed his funny side after getting run out in a match against MI Cape Town.
16 Jan 2025
Smriti MandhanaPresenting the double-century partnerships for India in Women's ODIs
Indian openers Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal shattered tons of records en route to their 233-run stand in the third ODI against Ireland in Rajkot.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Women's Cricket TeamInstances of India recording WODI triumphs by 200-plus runs
The Indian women's cricket team has scripted history by registering its biggest-ever win (in terms of runs), in the third Women's One Day International (W-ODI) against Ireland.
16 Jan 2025
Indian Women's Cricket TeamThese Indian batters own 150-plus scores in Women's ODIs
India's batting sensation Pratika Rawal etched her name in the history of women's ODI cricket with her phenomenal display against Ireland on January 15.
16 Jan 2025
Temba BavumaTemba Bavuma calls for more Test matches for South Africa
South African cricket team captain, Temba Bavuma, has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to look into the unequal distribution of Test matches among teams.
16 Jan 2025
Jasprit BumrahJasprit Bumrah dismisses rumors about his health post-Australia tour
India's leading fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has dismissed rumors doing the rounds about his health after he was injured during the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney.
16 Jan 2025
KL RahulChampions Trophy: Rahul, Samson not considered for wicket-keeper's role
KL Rahul and Sanju Samson are said to be out of the race for the wicket-keeper's slot in India's Champions Trophy squad, as per PTI.
16 Jan 2025
Gautam GambhirBCCI considers reinstating Kohli-era fitness rules amid team's poor performance
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering reverting to the fitness rules that existed during Virat Kohli's captaincy, Times of India reported.
16 Jan 2025
Fakhar ZamanFakhar Zaman expresses disappointment over not playing in India
Pakistan's top cricketer, Fakhar Zaman, has expressed his regret over the recent agreement between India and Pakistan.
16 Jan 2025
Anrich NortjeInjured Anrich Nortje ruled out of Champions Trophy: Details here
South African fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the upcoming Champions Trophy and the rest of the SA20, due to a back injury.
16 Jan 2025
Arsenal FCArsenal complete the double over Tottenham in Premier League: Stats
Arsenal defeated arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur in matchweek 21 of the Premier League 2024/25 season.
15 Jan 2025
ICC Champions TrophyChampions Trophy: PCB sets ticket prices starting at ₹310
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has fixed the minimum price of ICC Champions Trophy tickets at 1,000 Pakistani rupees, which is ₹310 in Indian currency.
15 Jan 2025
Ranji TrophyYashasvi Jaiswal joins Ranji Trophy camp; Rohit Sharma skips training
Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal has confirmed his participation in the following Ranji Trophy round by joining Mumbai's training camp.
15 Jan 2025
England Cricket TeamEngland cricketer James Vince relocates to Dubai after home attacks
James Vince, a key player in England and Hampshire cricket, has decided to move to Dubai.
