Just as India were beginning to assert control over New Zealand with the bat, attention briefly shifted to an off-field moment that unfolded even before a ball was bowled in the second T20I in Raipur. Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya was seen engaged in an animated conversation with former cricketer-turned-commentator Murali Kartik during the pre-match proceedings. […]

Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan made a strong statement on his return to the Indian setup during the ongoing India vs New Zealand T20I series, underlining why he remains a serious contender for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Slotted back into the side after a period on the sidelines, Kishan looked in complete control as he produced […]

India finally found a way to halt New Zealand’s explosive start in the second T20I at Raipur, thanks to a sharp piece of fielding from Hardik Pandya. The Indian all-rounder produced a brilliant juggling catch at mid-off to dismiss Devon Conway and hand the hosts their first breakthrough on Friday, January 23. The moment arrived […]

Star Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah marked a major personal milestone on January 23, 2026, as he completed 10 years in international cricket. The occasion prompted an emotional reflection from one of India’s most dependable match-winners, with Bumrah sharing a heartfelt Instagram post that captured the highs, lows, and defining moments of a remarkable decade […]

Sri Lanka marked a memorable start to its role as a co-host of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a dramatic trophy unveiling at the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. In a spectacle that immediately captured global attention, professional skydivers descended from the sky carrying the iconic ICC T20 World Cup trophy, […]

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill endured a rare setback with the bat while leading Punjab in their Ranji Trophy 2025–26 Elite Group B clash against Saurashtra at the Niranjan Shah Stadium C in Rajkot. The 26-year-old right-handed batter, who has been in outstanding form at the international level, failed to open his account and was […]

Rinku Singh’s return to the Indian T20I setup came with pressure, expectation and a clear sense of purpose — and the left-handed batter admitted as much after playing a decisive role in India’s emphatic win over New Zealand in the first T20I at Nagpur on Wednesday. A proven finisher, Rinku said he walked out to […]

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a subtle dig at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over India’s refusal to shake hands during matches between the two arch-rivals, a stance that has remained firm across formats and age groups. During the Asia Cup 2025, the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian side avoided all […]

India wicketkeeper Sanju Samson made an instant impact in the opening T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand in Nagpur, producing a moment of brilliance behind the stumps that set the tone for the hosts. On just the second ball of the chase, Devon Conway edged an outswinger from Arshdeep Singh, and Samson reacted […]

If you are an umpire standing in the middle when Hardik Pandya is on strike, staying alert is no longer optional. The Indian all-rounder continues to underline why he remains one of the most valuable players in T20I cricket, producing yet another explosive display in the first India vs New Zealand T20I in Nagpur. At […]