Umesh Yadav has opened up about his difficult final phase with Vidarbha after making an impressive start to his new journey with Punjab in the Ranji Trophy. Hours after claiming a five-wicket haul on his Punjab debut, the experienced Indian fast bowler criticised Vidarbha coach Usman Ghani, alleging that he did not receive the support […]

Veteran Indian fast bowler Umesh Yadav made an impressive statement on his return to domestic cricket, claiming a five-wicket haul on his Ranji Trophy debut for Punjab against Assam. The 38-year-old pacer delivered a memorable performance at the PCA Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, on Tuesday, October 13, demonstrating that his pace, experience and […]

Senior Indian fast bowler Umesh Yadav has decided to call off his stint with Vidarbha in the ongoing domestic season and seek fresh opportunities elsewhere. Umesh, however, has obtained his No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) as well. “He has officially received his NOC from Vidarbha and is currently evaluating his options. […]

Veteran Indian umpire Anil Chaudhary has shared several entertaining behind-the-scenes stories from his officiating career, revealing that India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was among the most persistent appeal-makers he encountered on the field. Speaking on Star Sports’ Cheeky Singles, Chaudhary was asked which Indian bowler appealed the most for wickets. Without hesitation, he named Siraj and […]

Indian fast bowler Umesh Yadav visited the revered Mahakaleshwar Temple on Friday morning along with his wife Tanya Wadhwa, where the couple attended the spiritually significant Bhasma Aarti. Known for his deep-rooted faith, Umesh described the visit as a special and fulfilling experience. Speaking to reporters after offering prayers, the pacer reflected on his strong […]

The IPL 2025 mega auction saw several players fetching hefty price tags, with fast bowlers like Arshdeep Singh (INR 18 crore) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (INR 10.75 crore) securing lucrative deals. However, it wasn’t a joyous occasion for everyone, as some seasoned players went unsold despite their experience and contributions to the league. One such player […]

Former India player turned veteran commentator Aakash Chopra has said that mostly all available pacers have been picked for the Duleep Trophy. However, he again added that Umesh Yadav hasn’t been given a chance, with Mohammed Shami unavailable due to his injury. However, the Duleep Trophy is scheduled to begin on September 5. The selectors […]

The Gujarat Titans are clinging to hope as they navigate what has been their toughest season yet in the Indian Premier League (IPL). After clinching the title in 2022 and finishing as runners-up last year, the Shubman Gill-led side finds themselves in the lower half of the table with just 10 points from 12 matches. […]

The race for the IPL 2024 playoffs heats up as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), already qualified, take on the Gujarat Titans (GT) in a crucial encounter. This match, scheduled for May 13th at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, holds immense significance for both teams. KKR aims to secure a top-two finish, while GT […]

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 throws up a battle of underperformers as Gujarat Titans (GT) lock horns with Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on April 17th (Wednesday). Both teams find themselves languishing in the lower half of the points table, desperate for a turnaround in fortunes. Delhi Capitals, with just two […]