Cricket News

Dropped despite clearing Yo-Yo Test. But why? Yuvraj Singh questions

Former Indian swashbuckling batsman Yuvraj Singh, who announced his retirement earlier this year, has made a shocking revelation.

Here's why Ravi Shastri continues to back Rishabh Pant

Young Indian wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant has been on the receiving end of late following his immature gameplay and failing to convert starts into a big score.

26 Sep 2019

India

MS Dhoni ranks just next to Narendra Modi: Here's how

While it still might be a debatable topic, but it seems like former Indian skipper MS Dhoni has gone past the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli as the most popular cricketer among the fans.

25 Sep 2019

India

KPL's Belagavi Panthers owner arrested for alleged betting: Details here

The owner of Belagavi Panthers of the Karnataka Premier League (KPL) was arrested on Tuesday in Bengaluru by the Central Crime Branch (CCB).

25 Sep 2019

India

India Women beat South Africa Women: Here're the records broken

India Women came up with a commendable performance, especially with the ball, as they defended a low total to beat South Africa Women in the opening T20I at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium in Surat on Tuesday.

Why is Jasprit Bumrah so crucial for India in Tests?

India have a number of talented fast bowlers in their arsenal currently, with one of them being Jasprit Bumrah.

24 Sep 2019

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Here's what Yuvraj feels on Pant's comparison with Dhoni

Young Indian wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant has been subject to comparison to MS Dhoni of late and is being deemed as a possible candidate to replace him in the Indian team going forward.

BBL/WBBL to have multiple Super Overs for tied finals

The Australian T20 league, Big Bash League (BBL) and Women's Big Bash League (WBBL), have decided to make modifications to their Super Over concept in case of a tied Super Over.

23 Sep 2019

Pakistan Cricket Team

Kamran Akmal breaks Adam Gilchrist's record: Details here

It has been quite a long time since we saw Kamran Akmal playing for Pakistan at the international level.

23 Sep 2019

BCCI

Dhoni unlikely to play Vijay Hazare and Bangladesh series

Former Indian skipper and wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni has been missing from action since the conclusion of the ICC World Cup 2019.

23 Sep 2019

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli reprimanded by ICC, handed demerit point: Details here

Indian skipper Virat Kohli, on Monday, was reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for inappropriate conduct during the third T20I against South Africa in Bengaluru on Sunday.

23 Sep 2019

India

Former Team India opener Madhav Apte passes away at 86

Former Indian Test opener Madhav Apte passed away at the age of 86.

Why both Pant and Iyer came to bat at number-4?

Hosts India succumbed to a nine-wicket defeat to South Africa in the final T20I at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday.

22 Sep 2019

BCCI

Here's how much Indian players would get as daily allowance

The Indian cricket team can breathe a sigh of relief as the BCCI's Committee of Administrators (CoA) has decided to double the daily allowance for the team during overseas tours.

ICC politely corrects Rahul Dravid gaffe following trolling by fans

The International Cricket Council (ICC) was at the receiving end of the Indian fans following a gaffe regarding Hall of Famer Rahul Dravid.

Gavaskar on how to educate players regarding match-fixing

With an influx of T20 leagues in cricket, a huge amount of money is flowing into the sport.

Shikhar Dhawan wants youngsters to prepare for World T20

Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan was back in form following a fine innings of 40 against South Africa in the second T20I on Wednesday.

Ganguly backs Iyer-Pandey to put pressure on Rahul: Here's why

KL Rahul has been on the receiving end after a series of inconsistent performance for India.

21 Sep 2019

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Afridi names his Fab Four, doesn't include Kane Williamson

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi is considered as one of the modern-day legends of the game.

21 Sep 2019

BCCI

Team India's security compromised in Chandigarh, ACU chief issues warning

BCCI Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) chief Ajit Singh on Saturday issued a warning to the hosting associations regarding Team India's security in the ongoing series against South Africa.

Simon Katich gives his verdict on Virat Kohli's RCB captaincy

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are one of the three teams who are yet to win the IPL, ever since its inception in 2008.

Is Rishabh Pant's time running out in the Indian team?

Indian wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant has been served with criticisms ever since breaking into the Indian squad, for his immature and irresponsible gameplay.

Pant shouldn't confuse fearless cricket with reckless: Batting coach

Rishabh Pant is being touted as India's next big find and an ideal candidate to replace MS Dhoni across formats.

18 Sep 2019

England Cricket Team

Ben Stokes hits out at 'The Sun' publication: Here's why

English all-rounder Ben Stokes took to Twitter to hit out at English publication house The Sun for publishing an extremely sensitive story regarding his family.

17 Sep 2019

Pakistan Cricket Team

Misbah-ul-Haq modifies diet plans for Pakistan players: Details here

Pakistan's newly appointed head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq has made a bold move to change the diet and nutrition plan of the Pakistan players.

17 Sep 2019

BCCI

India woman cricketer approached by bookies for match-fixing: Details here

The BCCI Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has lodged a complaint at the Ashok Nagar Police Station in Bengaluru after two alleged bookies approached a cricketer for the women's national team to fix matches.

ICC Rankings: Steve Smith remains the number one Test batsman

Australian batsman Steve Smith was on a roll in the just-concluded Ashes, where he finished with 774 runs in just seven innings at a Bradmanesque average of 110.57.

Ravi Shastri issues a warning to Rishabh Pant: Details here

Ever since Rishabh Pant sealed his spot in the Indian team, he has been at the receiving end, be it for his wicket-keeping or his batting.

16 Sep 2019

India

Ex-Indian cricketer questions move to promote Rohit as Test opener

The move to promote Rohit Sharma as the opener in Tests has become a topic of debate, as critics continue to analyze the move.

16 Sep 2019

BCCI

TNPL under BCCI's scanner for links between players and bookies

The Tamil Nadu Premier League, a franchise-based T20 league of the state of Tamil Nadu, is under the scanner of the BCCI.

Son of bus conductor helps India win U-19 Asia Cup

India created history when they won the U-19 Asia Cup 2019 for the record seventh time on Saturday.

15 Sep 2019

Virat Kohli

Here's what Virat Kohli said about Kuldeep and Chahal's exclusion

The Indian cricket fraternity was abuzz after the notable exclusion of star Indian spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal in the upcoming T20I series against South Africa.

15 Sep 2019

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma should play his natural game in Tests: Bangar

Rohit Sharma will look to dominate the proceedings after the national selectors picked him as the opener for the upcoming Test series against South Africa.

14 Sep 2019

India

Ranking the top T20I clashes between India and South Africa

Hosts India are set to lock horns against the mighty South Africans in a three-match T20I series, starting Sunday.

Here's what Jasprit Bumrah said about his new weapon

Jasprit Bumrah has already been terrorizing batsmen in the limited-overs format, courtesy his lethal yorkers.

14 Sep 2019

India

#NewsBytesExclusive: Ex-HK skipper Anshuman Rath speaks on move to India

Former Hong Kong skipper Anshuman Rath made headlines after he decided to move to India for better cricketing opportunities.

A look at Steve Smith's records following 27th Test fifty

Australian batsman Steve Smith scored his 27th fifty on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test of The Ashes 2019 at The Oval in London on Friday.

Here's what Shubman said when it comes to role models

Shubman Gill hit the headlines on Thursday when he earned his maiden Test call-up, as he was included in the 15-member squad for the upcoming three-Test series against South Africa, starting October 2.

12 Sep 2019

Virat Kohli

BCCI announces India's squad for Test series against South Africa

The BCCI has announced the Indian cricket team squad for the upcoming three-match Test series against South Africa, starting October 2 onwards.

11 Sep 2019

England Cricket Team

Here are the most brutal sledgings in cricket

Cricket is considered as the sport of gentlemen.