New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has acknowledged the threat posed by India’s teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the five-match T20I series, which begins on Thursday. While the youngster’s place in India’s playing XI remains uncertain, Santner revealed that his team has already discussed strategies to counter the left-handed batter if he gets an […]

Former India leg-spinner Amit Mishra has taken the first step in his coaching career after being appointed as Delhi Capitals’ spin-bowling coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season. The appointment marks a homecoming for the veteran cricketer, who began his Indian Premier League journey with the Delhi-based franchise and will now look to help its […]

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has urged Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to appoint more Indian assistant coaches, arguing that local coaching staff can play a crucial role in helping young Indian players perform at their best. According to the legendary opener, language barriers and communication gaps can sometimes prevent domestic players from fully understanding […]

India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer believes his team can adapt quickly to New Zealand’s playing conditions ahead of the five-match T20I series, which begins on Thursday, October 22. Despite having limited preparation time following a demanding home series against the West Indies, Iyer remains confident that the players’ previous experience in New Zealand will help […]

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has backed experienced Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to pose a significant threat in the upcoming five-match T20I series, which begins on October 22 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Bhuvneshwar is set to return to India’s T20I setup after nearly four years, adding valuable experience to a bowling attack that also […]

Indian para-athlete Pranav Soorma delivered a memorable performance at the Asian Para Games, winning gold in the discus throw with a record-breaking effort. The Paris Paralympics silver medallist compared his achievement in a new event to Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli occasionally bowling and picking up a wicket despite being better known for his batting. […]

India’s upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand will offer another chance for young players to gain valuable international experience. However, teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may have to wait longer for a regular place in the playing XI, with visiting captain Shreyas Iyer emphasising the importance of patience and learning. Sooryavanshi earned his maiden […]

Hardik Pandya’s wait for a return to competitive cricket could extend until the next edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), reportedly scheduled to begin in March 2027. The Indian all-rounder is continuing his recovery from a stress injury on the inner side of his calf, with no confirmed timeline for his return to action. According […]

Former England captain Jos Buttler recalled his first IPL auction experience when the Mumbai Indians (MI) signed him for the 2016 season. Buttler said that his agent had conveyed before the auction that seven of the eight franchises were interested in him. Incidentally, MI was the only franchise without interest in signing him, yet they […]

Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh advised young Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi to follow in Virat Kohli’s footsteps by channelising his energy in the right direction. He left his mark through his incredible white-ball performances this year as well. Talking about this, Harbhajan said on Prakhar Gupta’s YouTube channel, “The way Virat channelized his energy from […]