Former India captain Kris Srikkanth believes Devdutt Padikkal has done enough to establish himself as India’s preferred No. 3 batter in Test cricket following his outstanding performance against Sri Lanka in Galle. Padikkal grabbed the opportunity after Sai Sudharsan was ruled out of the series with a toe injury. Batting at No. 3, Padikkal produced […]

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has urged the Indian team management to continue backing Kuldeep Yadav after the wrist-spinner endured a difficult outing in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Kuldeep managed just one wicket from 25 overs while conceding 103 runs as India secured a 165-run victory on August 19.  Despite the […]

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s inconsistent run with the bat has become a talking point after the Indian opener endured another difficult outing in the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Despite possessing the talent and attacking style to dominate bowling attacks, Jaiswal struggled to convert his opportunities into substantial scores in the series opener. The 24-year-old […]

India batter Sai Sudharsan has opened up about one of the toughest moments of his early cricket career, recalling how he was dropped from the Tamil Nadu U19 state team and broke down during the journey home. Speaking on the Mashable India YouTube channel, Sudharsan revealed that the setback came during a tournament in Tripura. The […]

Sri Lanka came close to creating history in Galle but ultimately suffered a 165-run defeat against India in the opening Test of the two-match series. The hosts entered Day 5 with hopes of chasing down a daunting 372-run target, but India’s spin attack quickly turned the contest in the visitors’ favour. Sri Lanka resumed their fourth […]

India’s touring party wrapped up their pre-series warm-up fixture against Sri Lanka XI on August 9, completing a six-wicket chase of 207 in 45 overs to head into the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka with confidence. The first Test begins on August 15 at Galle. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak reflected on the match with […]

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has urged Shubman Gill and his team to adopt an aggressive and proactive approach against Sri Lanka’s bowling attack in the upcoming two-Test series, beginning August 15. Rahane believes India’s batting strategy, particularly against spin, could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the series. Speaking shortly after […]

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has backed senior stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play an important role for India at the 2027 ODI World Cup. Despite the ongoing debate surrounding their age and long-term future, Dhawan believes the two experienced batters still have plenty to offer and can make a major impact if […]

Ajit Agarkar’s tenure as Chairman of the BCCI Senior Men’s Selection Committee has been a story of remarkable success in white-ball cricket, but questions surrounding player management and selection policies continue to spark debate. As India prepares for the crucial two-Test series against Sri Lanka, former India opener Wasim Jaffer has shared a balanced assessment […]

Former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane has reflected on one of the most successful batting partnerships in Indian Test history following his retirement from international cricket. Looking back on a career that featured several memorable overseas triumphs, Rahane credited Virat Kohli’s aggressive mindset and their honest communication as the foundation of a partnership that consistently delivered […]