Cricket News

Year-ender: How the historic IPL 2025 mega auction panned out

The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, saw all 10 franchises battle it out.

24 Dec 2024

Aiden Markram

South Africa vs Pakistan: Corbin Bosch to make Test debut

South Africa have announced their Playing XI for the impending Boxing Day Test against Pakistan, starting December 26, with the uncapped Corbin Bosch finding a place in the team.

24 Dec 2024

ICC Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy, Dubai to host India-Pakistan match: Complete schedule 

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally released the schedule and groups for the much-awaited 2025 Champions Trophy.

Australia vs India, Boxing Day Test: Key player battles

Australia and India are set to lock horns in the Boxing Day Test traditionally held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), starting December 26.

24 Dec 2024

Harleen Deol

India's Harleen Deol slams her maiden international century: Key stats

Rising star of Indian women's cricket team, Harleen Deol, has achieved a major career milestone by scoring her maiden century in international cricket.

How has Australia's Test side fared at Melbourne Cricket Ground? 

Australia and India are set to lock horns in the Boxing Day Test traditionally held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, starting December 26.

24 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

Veteran Australian presenter questions Jasprit Bumrah's bowling action: Details here

The lead-up to the Boxing Day Test between Australia and India has been marred by off-field controversies, mostly instigated by the Australian media.

24 Dec 2024

ICC T20I Rankings

ICC Rankings: Smriti Mandhana achieves career-best WT20I rating 

Star Indian opener Smriti Mandhana has set a new career milestone, attaining her highest-ever WT20I rating in the latest ICC Rankings for batters.

Australia vs India: Will rain disrupt Boxing Day Test?

The much-anticipated Boxing Day Test between Australia and India at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) could be disrupted by rain.

24 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

R Ashwin reflects on missed captaincy opportunity post-retirement

Recently retired from international cricket, Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up on never having the opportunity to captain the Indian cricket team.

24 Dec 2024

Sports

Niki Prasad to lead India in U19 Women's T20 WC

Niki Prasad has been named the captain of India's squad for the upcoming ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in Malaysia next month.

Who is Sam Konstas? Meet Australia's 19-year-old debutant

Promising 19-year-old Australian cricketer Sam Konstas is all set to make his international debut in the fourth Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

24 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

'Too much judgement not right': Rohit Sharma defends Rishabh Pant

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, has defended wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's performance in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

24 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma backs Jaiswal, Gill ahead of Boxing Day Test

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, has once again backed youngsters like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill.

24 Dec 2024

Travis Head

Will Travis Head play in Melbourne? Australia coach McDonald optimistic 

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald is hopeful about star batter Travis Head's availability for the upcoming fourth Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

India, Australia eye series lead in Boxing Day Test: Preview

The much-awaited Boxing Day Test between India and Australia will kick off on December 26, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

24 Dec 2024

Steve Smith

Steve Smith averages over 78 in Tests at MCG: Stats

The upcoming Boxing Day Test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), holds mighty significance.

24 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit Sharma discusses fitness concerns, Virat Kohli's form

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, has brushed aside worries over his fitness ahead of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne.

These Indian bowlers own WODI fifers versus West Indies

Renuka Singh, a vital part of the Indian women's cricket team, entered an elite list by taking five wickets in the first women's ODI against West Indies.

24 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Who is Team India's latest recruit Tanush Kotian? 

26-year-old all-rounder Tanush Kotian has been added to India's Test team.

24 Dec 2024

Travis Head

Konstas to debut in Boxing Day Test, Head's participation uncertain

Sam Konstas will make his Test debut in the upcoming Boxing Day match against India as he has been confirmed as the 468th Australian men's Test player.

24 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

R Ashwin opens up about his sudden retirement from cricket

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has revealed the reasons behind his shocking retirement from international cricket.

24 Dec 2024

Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes to undergo surgery, ruled out for three months

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of all cricketing activities for at least three months with a recurring tear in his left hamstring.

23 Dec 2024

Dunith Wellalage

Wanindu Hasaranga returns for Sri Lanka's ODI series against NZ

Star leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga is all set to return to the Sri Lankan squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 5 in Wellington.

23 Dec 2024

Dinesh Karthik

Donald wants Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah to play in SA20

Allan Donald, the legendary South African pacer and ambassador for the SA20 league, wants Indian superstars Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah to feature in the tournament.

23 Dec 2024

ICC Champions Trophy

Will injured Kuldeep Yadav feature in 2025 Champions Trophy? 

Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav is yet to resume bowling after undergoing a surgery for his groin injury in Germany.

23 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami

Mohammed Shami ruled out of Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Details here 

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has been ruled out of the remaining two matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy owing to a knee injury.

23 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Uncapped Tanush Kotian to replace Ashwin in India's Test squad

Mumbai all-rounder Tanush Kotian is likely to join the Indian cricket team for the upcoming Boxing Day Test against Australia.

23 Dec 2024

KL Rahul

India's KL Rahul eyes historic feat in Boxing Day Tests

Star Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul is on the verge of making history in the upcoming Boxing Day Test against Australia Down Under.

23 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Vinod Kambli hospitalized due to deteriorating health: Details here

Vinod Kambli, the former Team India cricketer, has been admitted to a Thane, Maharashtra hospital after his health deteriorated significantly.

23 Dec 2024

Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer's heroics at number nine powers Mumbai in VHT

Mumbai captain Shreyas Iyer has been creating a buzz with his unorthodox batting strategy in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

23 Dec 2024

Ruturaj Gaikwad

VHT: Ruturaj Gaikwad's 57-ball century powers Maharashtra to victory

Star batter Ruturaj Gaikwad once again proved his mettle in the ongoing 2024 Vijay Hazare Trophy on December 23.

23 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

'Ashwin was denied honor of being vice-captain': Sunil Gavaskar

Former Indian cricket captain, Sunil Gavaskar, has slammed the team management for its inconsistent treatment of Ravichandran Ashwin.

23 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

Uncapped Sam Konstas gears up for Bumrah challenge

Australian batter Sam Konstas is all set to make his international debut in the 4th Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday (December 26).

23 Dec 2024

Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan shines with jaw-dropping 134 in VHT: Stats 

Ishan Kishan, who has been missing from the Indian cricket team for a long time now, has made a sensational statement with a fiery century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Manipur.

23 Dec 2024

Mohammad Rizwan

Rizwan joins Dhoni, Kohli in elite list after whitewashing SA

Pakistan's cricket team, under the leadership of Mohammad Rizwan, registered a historic clean sweep by defeating South Africa in the third ODI.

23 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

Boxing Day Test: How MCG pitch could favor Jasprit Bumrah

The fourth Test between Australia and India will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), which hosts the iconic Boxing Day game.

India's WTC final hopes could hinge on Pakistan: Here's how

Despite losing the 2nd Test against Australia in Adelaide, India are well in contention to reach the 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final. However, their road ahead is critical, and it could be decided by Pakistan.

23 Dec 2024

Dinesh Karthik

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Dinesh Karthik highlights Shubman Gill's technical flaw 

Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has spotted a major technical flaw in Shubman Gill's batting technique.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Controversy erupts over pitches ahead of Boxing-Day Test

The upcoming Boxing Day Test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), has been marred by a controversy over the practice pitches.

23 Dec 2024

Pakistan Cricket Team

Decoding Pakistan's bilateral ODI series triumphs in South Africa

Pakistan created history by completing a 3-0 clean sweep over hosts South Africa in the recent ODI series.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: MCG curator reveals pitch conditions for Boxing-Day Test

The upcoming fourth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), promises to be a fair contest between bat and ball.

23 Dec 2024

Mohammad Amir

Mohammad Amir labels Virat Kohli as 'greatest player of generation'

Former Pakistani cricketer, Mohammad Amir, has rubbished comparisons between Indian cricket star Virat Kohli and other top players such as Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Babar Azam.

South Africa vs Pakistan Test series: Presenting the statistical preview

South Africa are gearing up for a vital two-Test series against Pakistan, starting December 26.

23 Dec 2024

Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen hammers his third successive 80-plus score in ODIs 

Heinrich Klaasen played yet another breathtaking knock but again in a losing cause.

23 Dec 2024

Mohammad Rizwan

Pakistan hand South Africa maiden ODI series whitewash at home

Pakistan registered a historic 3-0 clean sweep against hosts South Africa in the ODI series, with their latest win coming at the iconic Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on December 22.

23 Dec 2024

Pakistan Cricket Team

Centurion Saim Ayub joins Kohli and others in elite club

Pakistan cricket team scripted history by becoming the first side to whitewash South Africa in an ODI series on their home soil.

23 Dec 2024

ICC Champions Trophy

India to face Pakistan on February 23 in Champions Trophy

The much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the Champions Trophy 2025 will be held on February 23.

22 Dec 2024

Pakistan Cricket Team

In-form Saim Ayub hammers his 3rd ODI century: Key stats

Saim Ayub, the next big thing in Pakistan cricket, has scored his third ODI century.

22 Dec 2024

Babar Azam

Babar Azam smashes his 34th half-century in ODIs: Key stats

Pakistan cricket team stalwart, Babar Azam, hammered a fine 52-run knock versus South Africa in the 3rd ODI at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on Sunday.

Renuka Singh floors WI with maiden WODI fifer: Key stats

Renuka Singh, the right-arm seamer of the Indian women's cricket team, has created history with her five-wicket haul in the first One Day International (ODI) against West Indies.

22 Dec 2024

Harleen Deol

India trounce West Indies in 1st WODI: Decoding the stats

The Indian women's cricket team has begun the ODI series against West Indies on a high, winning the first match in a commanding fashion.

22 Dec 2024

Big Bash League

Australia's Nathan McSweeney slams 78* in BBL after Test omission

25-year-old cricketer Nathan McSweeney made a stunning comeback in the Big Bash League (BBL) after being dropped from Australia's Test squad for the remaining two matches of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.

22 Dec 2024

Smriti Mandhana

Smriti Mandhana slams 5 successive 50-plus scores in international cricket

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana registered a solid 91-run knock in the first Women's ODI against West Indies on Sunday in Vadodara.

22 Dec 2024

Harmanpreet Kaur

Harmanpreet Kaur completes 1,000 runs as captain in WODIs: Stats

Harmanpreet Kaur attained a new milestone in her Women's ODI career. The Indian women's cricket team captain has surpassed 1,000 runs in ODIs as a leader.

22 Dec 2024

Smriti Mandhana

Smriti Mandhana sets record for most international runs in 2024

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has created history by scoring the most international runs in a calendar year across all formats of women's cricket.

22 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma's knee injury not serious, confirms Akash Deep

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, sustained a knee injury during a practice session on Sunday.

22 Dec 2024

Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes unavailable as England announce squad for Champions Trophy

The England cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming India tour and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

22 Dec 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara

Pujara expresses concerns over India's bowling ahead of MCG Test

Ahead of the Boxing Day Test match at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), veteran Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has raised concerns over the team's bowling strength.

22 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Akash Deep shares mindset behind match-saving knock in Gabba Test

Indian pacer Akash Deep has opened up on his thought process behind the all-important innings he played in the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia.

22 Dec 2024

Sports

India clinch inaugural U19 Women's Asia Cup title: Key details

India's Under-19 women's cricket team, under the captaincy of Niki Prasad, has won the first-ever edition of the U19 Women's Asia Cup 2024.

Year-Ender: Recalling Mumbai Indians' disappointing IPL 2024 campaign 

The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) was a record-breaking affair as several players and teams enjoyed memorable campaigns.

Presenting South Africa's leading wicket-takers vs Pakistan in home Tests

Hosts South Africa are gearing up for an important two-Test series against Pakistan, starting December 26.

South Africa's top run-scorers against Pakistan at home (Test cricket)

Hosts South Africa are gearing up for a two-Test series against Pakistan, starting December 26.