Hardik Pandya delivered a timely reminder of his all-round value at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, backing up his words with a dominant performance that underlined both form and fitness. The opposition may not have been among the tournament favourites, but Pandya’s impact with bat and ball carried weight. A fluent 52, packed […]

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has made it clear that winning the ODI World Cup 2027 in South Africa remains his biggest career ambition, firmly dismissing speculation around an imminent retirement from the 50-over format. Conversations are gathering pace about Rohit’s future in ODIs following his modest returns in the recent series against New Zealand, where […]

Shivam Dube’s transformation has been striking and timely. At India’s first training session ahead of the New Zealand series, the changes were visible — not just the tidy haircut but a leaner, sharper physique that has translated into smarter, more explosive performances on the field. The Mumbaikar has always been a power option; now he’s […]

Babar Azam’s frustration was plain to see after Steve Smith denied him a routine single late in the Sydney derby, a tactical decision that ultimately changed the course of the match. The Big Bash League clash between Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the SCG on January 16 delivered drama, and the non-striker episode in […]

Ruturaj Gaikwad has earned a recall to India’s ODI squad for the three-match series against South Africa starting Sunday in Ranchi. The 28-year-old right-hander, who captains Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, last played an ODI on December 19, 2023 in Gqeberha and most recently featured in a T20I on July 13, 2024 against Zimbabwe. […]

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about the deeply personal promise that ultimately shaped the end of his international career. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin revealed that India’s 2012 home series defeat to England left such a lasting impact on him that he vowed to retire the next time India lost a […]

India’s versatile all-rounder Washington Sundar has once again shown why he is one of the most adaptable players in the Test setup, shrugging off all chatter about his constantly shifting batting roles. At just 25, Sundar has already experienced more transitions in the batting order than many seniors do in an entire series—but his calm, […]

Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan has stood by his controversial ‘gun-fire’ celebration during the 2025 Asia Cup Super Four clash against India, insisting it was a spontaneous moment and not aimed at provoking anyone. Farhan, who scored a crucial 58 off 45 balls—the only half-century of Pakistan’s innings—helped his side post a competitive 171/5 in 20 overs. […]

Unlike his father, Virender Sehwag, who often relied on Bollywood classics to settle into long innings, young right-hander Aaryavir Sehwag prefers a quieter, more focused approach at the crease. The 17-year-old, son of the Indian batting legend, made his debut in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 for Central Delhi Kings, showcasing a composed and […]

Former India stumper-batter Dinesh Karthik sparked laughter during the England–India Test series by revealing Cheteshwar Pujara’s uncanny lookalike. On July 18, Karthik shared a playful video featuring both men, prompting hearty laughter and delighted reactions from fans. In the Instagram clip, Karthik introduced Pujara before unveiling Alex Noble, a BBC Sport journalist, describing him as Pujara’s “proper doppelganger.” He […]