Kapil Dev, India’s first World Cup-winning captain, has reignited a long-running debate by stressing that playing for the country will always hold greater value than turning out in the Indian Premier League. Speaking at an event in New Delhi, the legendary all-rounder admitted that while everyone appreciates financial rewards, some players place money above the […]

Former Pakistan speed legend Wasim Akram has sparked fresh debate in the franchise-cricket world with a witty yet pointed remark about the increasingly long schedules of T20 leagues—especially the Indian Premier League (IPL). Speaking at a PSL event, Akram joked that the IPL is so lengthy that “children grow up while the league is still […]

All-rounder Dwayne Bravo played his final international match against Australia in 2021, ending an illustrious career with the West Indies. His last ODI appearance was back in 2014, and his final Test came in 2010, long before franchise cricket dominated the scene as it does today in 2024. Over the years, it’s been widely speculated […]

Chris Gayle has proposed a solution to the growing conflict between franchise tournaments like the IPL and international cricket commitments. He suggests creating a designated “IPL window” where the tournament would be played without any interruption from international matches. This proposal stems from situations like the recent IPL 2024 season, where several England players were […]

According to the recent developments, the cricketing fraternity is pleasantly surprised to see five IPL franchises have expressed a soft interest in acquiring a stake in London Spirit, the Lord’s-based team competing in the Hundred tournament. This exciting development comes from MCC president Mark Nicholas, who is poised to become chairman in October. Mark Nicholas’ […]

Mitchell Starc played a crucial role in helping the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secure their third Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2024, delivering back-to-back player-of-the-match performances. Following his stellar contributions in the tournament, Starc hinted at a potential shift in his career focus, contemplating retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs) to participate more in […]

KL Rahul, the skipper of Lucknow Super Giants, holds a special place in his heart for his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), despite his current leadership role with Lucknow. His IPL journey kickstarted with RCB when he was signed ahead of the 2013 season, a decision initiated by none other […]

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin praised UAE for their historic victory over New Zealand, marking their first win against a Test-playing nation. This achievement underscores the transformative impact of franchise cricket in nurturing growth and opportunities for emerging cricketing nations. In a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over New Zealand, UAE demonstrated their prowess in white-ball cricket, resonating […]

Sri Lankan cricket sensation Wanindu Hasaranga, aged 26, has taken a surprising turn by announcing his retirement from Test cricket to focus on participating in more franchise cricket tournaments. In response, renowned cricket commentator and analyst, Harsha Bhogle, shared his perspective on this unexpected decision and its implications for the game. The rise of franchise […]

Australia’s Mitchell Starc expresses his satisfaction with representing his country in international cricket, despite the allure of franchise cricket. Starc, who recently won the ICC World Test Championship title with Australia, emphasized the significance of playing for his national team. While acknowledging his enjoyment of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and other franchise leagues, Starc […]