South African pace great Dale Steyn has showered praise on teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, describing him as a once-in-a-generation talent and admitting that South Africa currently has no young cricketer capable of matching the Indian prodigy’s remarkable rise. At just 15 years old, Sooryavanshi has already become one of the most talked-about names in […]

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has urged cricket fans and experts to remain patient with teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, emphasising that the youngster should be allowed to develop naturally without being burdened by unrealistic expectations ahead of his potential international debut. Sooryavanshi has become one of the most talked-about names in Indian cricket after earning a […]

England Test captain Ben Stokes has weighed in on the growing debate over franchise cricket and international commitments, warning that a hardline approach by cricket boards could ultimately drive players away from representing their countries. His comments come amid discussions over Jofra Archer’s absence from England’s first Test against New Zealand following an extended stint […]

Former England captain Geoffrey Boycott believes Jacob Bethell will face significant pressure in the upcoming Test series against New Zealand after opting to remain with Royal Challengers Bengaluru during IPL 2026 rather than joining England’s preparations earlier. Bethell’s decision became a major talking point throughout the IPL season. The young England batter was part of RCB’s […]

The IPL has reportedly issued a fresh warning to players, support staff and team officials over the use of smart glasses, advanced sunglasses and other wearable communication devices during the tournament. The move comes after the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) alerted the BCCI about companies attempting to market such devices to individuals associated with […]

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar believes a resurgent Rohit Sharma could significantly influence the closing stages of IPL 2026, especially as the Mumbai Indians look to salvage a challenging campaign. According to Gavaskar, Rohit’s return to form not only boosts MI’s chances but also positions them as a potential disruptor in the playoff race. Rohit […]

Virat Kohli has laid down an early marker for Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of IPL 2026, making it clear that defending the title will be a completely different challenge. Speaking during the team’s first training session at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli addressed the squad with a sense of urgency and purpose. “We worked really […]

In a cricketing era increasingly tilted in favour of batters, the role of bowlers risks being pushed into the background — a concern that Indian great Ravichandran Ashwin has openly addressed. With the game evolving rapidly, Ashwin has raised an important question about the long-term future of India’s bowling attack, especially in the eventual absence […]

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes IPL 2026 could present a fresh and unique challenge for Virat Kohli, despite the veteran’s consistent brilliance across formats. With Kohli now retired from Test cricket and focusing solely on ODIs, this will be his first IPL season without the demands of multi-format cricket. Pathan pointed out that while […]

Veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has offered a measured warning to Axar Patel ahead of IPL 2026, urging the Delhi Capitals skipper to strike the right balance between composure and urgency while leading the side. Axar’s calm and composed leadership style has often been praised, especially in a high-pressure tournament like the IPL. Under his captaincy, […]