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Former India captain MS Dhoni's arrival in Madurai for the inauguration of the Velammal Cricket Stadium was met with a hero's welcome. The stadium, a Rs 325 crore project in partnership with the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA), was the setting for a memorable event. The three-time ICC title-winning skipper received a warm welcome upon his arrival at the airport, where fans had gathered since early morning to catch a glimpse of one of India's most beloved sports icons. Dhoni, who arrived by
In a press conference recently, chief selector Ajit Agarkar said that he expects Rohit and Kohli to play in the domestic List A tournament. Will Ro-Ko be playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy later this year?
Ahead of the first game of the upcoming Ashes series, Australia's head coach has came forward to reveal whether skipper Pat Cummins be playing in the first match or not.
Nadine de Klerk played a stunning unbeaten innings of 84 runs to lead South Africa to a thrilling 3-wicket win over India. Chasing a target of 252 set by India, South Africa managed to pull off a successful chase despite early setbacks and losing key wickets.
Ravichandran Ashwin recently took a dig at Harshit Rana's repeated selection in the Indian cricket team, saying that the pacer's inclusion seems to be based on one brilliant delivery bowled in the IPL final two years ago.
Shubman Gill recently broke Sunil Gavaskar's record for the most runs as an Indian captain in a single Test series. Gill amassed 754 runs in 10 innings, surpassing Gavaskar's 732 runs against West Indies in 1978-79.
This brilliant catch came off Gaud's own bowling and marked Brits' first duck in women's ODIs after 42 innings. The catch was a key moment as South Africa faced early pressure in their run chase against India at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
His standout performance recently came at the CEAT Cricket Awards, where his MS Dhoni imitation left former Indian captain Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh in splits. He also eatured on popular platforms like The Great Indian Kapil Show and various cricket award functions.
Smriti Mandhana scripted history on October 9, 2025, by breaking a 28-year-old Women's One Day International (WODI) runs record during India's ICC Women's World Cup match against South Africa in Visakhapatnam.
Following a decisive win in Ahmedabad, India aims for a 2-0 clean sweep to extend their impressive run, as they have not suffered a Test defeat against the West Indies in 23 years.
This milestone was accomplished during Afghanistan's first ODI against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi, where Rashid took three wickets for 38 runs in 10 overs, including key dismissals to reach 202 ODI wickets in 115 matches at an impressive average of 20.28 and an economy rate of 4.23.
Rinku Singh, who recently starred in India's Asia Cup victory and has played 54 T20 internationals, has faced growing security concerns amidst his rising fame. The Mumbai Crime Branch is actively investigating the threats, and heightened security measures are expected to protect the player.
Ravichandran Ashwin has delivered a candid explanation on rumors of being forced into retirement and has revealed the true nature of his interactions with Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir before stepping down from international cricket.
Gautam Gambhir hosted a star-studded dinner party for Team India at his residence in New Delhi, where the entire squad and support staff arrived together in a team bus, creating buzz with their casual and coordinated attire.
Kohli and Rohit are currently only active in the ODI format, having retired from Tests and T20Is. Both are expected to join the upcoming ODI squad, reinforcing their continued centrality to India's plans.
Rohit Sharma, the captain who guided India to triumph in the Champions Trophy, received a unique memento from cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar at the CEAT Cricket Awards held on Tuesday, October 7th.
He alleged that Gambhir created an environment that forced senior players like Rohit, Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin into premature retirement from Tests and T20Is. He also criticised the decision to remove Rohit Sharma as ODI captain.
Prithvi Shaw reportedly grabbed Musheer Khan's collar and almost came to blows during the Mumbai vs Maharashtra match after Musheer reportedly said two provocative words that deeply angered Shaw.
Recently, the West Indies suffered a defeat in the first Test against India, losing by an innings and 140 runs, which left fans disheartened by the team's apparent lack of resilience.
His figures of 4/40 and 3/31 in the first Test in Ahmedabad helped India secure a commanding innings and 140-run victory, and marked Siraj crossing the 700 rating points threshold for the first time in his Test career.
Pat Cummins and Travis Head are currently major earners in the IPL, with Cummins retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 18 crore and Head for Rs 14 crore in the 2025 season.
India occupies the 2nd position in the points table and aims to maintain its winning momentum. South Africa has played two matches with one win, making this game important for their progression in the tournament.
Fans flooded the comments with praise and laughing emojis, calling the recreation hilarious, classic, and a perfect crossover of cricket and Bollywood entertainment.
The celebration became widely recognised after the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, citing political tensions.
Abrar's remark came in the aftermath of a heated Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai, where India defeated Pakistan and emotions ran high between players. The statement quickly went viral, triggering a range of mixed responses.
Kaif noted on his YouTube channel that Rohit Sharma's ODI career has been marked by a pattern of several low scores followed by crucial, high-impact innings in important games.
The Portuguese forward has achieved another milestone, but this time off the pitch, as he is now the first footballer to become a billionaire, ahead of Lionel Messi.
Rohit Sharma drops 20?kg and stuns fans with his new fit look at CEAT Awards 2025, showcasing dedication, discipline, and a sharp, stylish avatar.
Ahead of India's tour of Australia, which begins on October 19 with three ODIs, Rohit Sharma said, I love that team, I love playing with them. It is important to note that this is Rohit Sharma's first statement after he was replaced by Shubman Gill as India's captain.
Paris Olympic bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat has been suspended by the Wrestling Federation of India on Tuesday. He now faces one-year ban from participating in any International or national wrestling competitions. But why was he suspended?
BCCI filed the complaint against the duo on Wednesday (September 24, 2025) and ICC is in receipt of the e-mail.
Indian skater Anandkumar Velkumar made history, securing the nation its first-ever gold medal at the Speed Skating World Championships in China on Monday.
Shahid Afridi strongly criticized Suryakumar Yadav and the BCCI for refusing to shake hands with Pakistan players after India's Asia Cup win in Dubai. After India's seven-wicket victory, Suryakumar and the Indian team did not offer any greetings to their opponents and instead, left the field.
Both Kohli and Rohit have started their training in preparation for their return to white-ball cricket. They are anticipated to participate in the three-match ODI series against Australia scheduled from October 19 to 25. Rohit was seen practicing alongside former India assistant coach Abhishek.
Even though he is not currently playing, he consistently trains to get ready for international duties. Kohli also takes time to pose for pictures with fans outside the training grounds at Lord's Stadium.
Hardik faced jeers and boos in both home and away games, prompting Sanjay Manjrekar to step in and request that the Wankhede crowd 'behave'. Meanwhile, there were moments when Rohit appealed to the audience to cease the booing, but his efforts had minimal impact as the discontent persisted.
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally approved India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games during its Special General Meeting (SGM). Which city can hold the 2030 Commonwealth Games?