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The PCB has tightened security for the Sri Lankan cricket team following a bomb blast in Islamabad, reviving memories of the 2009 Lahore attack. PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi chaired an urgent meeting with officials to reassess safety arrangements for the visiting Sri Lankan side.
In a shocking development ahead of the Eden Gardens Test, Team India have released a star all-rounder from the squad for the IND vs SA series. The coach opened up on the surprise decision, explaining that it was made due to strategic planning and workload management.
As the IPL 2026 trade window heats up, reports suggest that Arjun Tendulkar could leave Mumbai Indians in a potential swap deal. The young left-arm pacer has reportedly drawn interest from another franchise, creating major buzz across the cricketing circuit.
The Gandhi-Mandela Trophy is set to create history at Kolkata's Eden Gardens before the first ball is bowled. A special pre-match ceremony will celebrate the shared legacy of Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela, highlighting the spirit of unity between India and South Africa in Test cricket.
A shocking firing incident took place outside Pakistan pacer's ancestral home late on Tuesday night. Unknown assailants reportedly opened fire before fleeing the scene. Police confirmed that Naseem's family escaped unhurt and launched an investigation.
IPL 2026 retention lists will be revealed on November 15 ahead of a mid-December mini-auction. Expect major player moves, surprise releases and late trade swaps as franchises reshape squads and purse strategy. Follow all confirmed retentions, trades and rumours here.
An unexpected moment shocked fans as India's Champions Trophy winner joined Dhirendra Shastri's Sanatan Hindu Ekta Padayatra 2025. The cricketer's presence sparked nationwide curiosity, with many wanting to know what this large-scale initiative represents and why it is gaining attention.
The ICC has made its first significant move to mediate the escalating Asia Cup trophy dispute between the BCCI and PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi. The development comes amid growing tensions over trophy handover issues, prompting the ICC to step in and begin efforts toward resolving the controversy.
India vs Australia 5th T20I: Check predicted playing XIs, team news, pitch report and weather updates from The Gabba, Brisbane. Will India take the series or will Australia bounce back? Know match time, conditions, and all key details ahead of the crucial T20 clash.
India and Australia will face each other for a 3-match ODI series, which will be followed by a 5-match T20I series.
Ahead of the high-voltage England tour fo New Zealand, take a look at the full list of Playing XI for the upcoming T20I game between the two sides.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 6 to March 8, will feature all 20 participating teams now confirmed, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) clinching the final spot.
Healy, continuing her rich vein of form, smashed her second consecutive century of the tournament, an unbeaten 113 off just 77 balls. She was ably supported by Litchfield, who scored a composed 84 not out.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri has revealed a shocking side of Virat Kohli during his captaincy days, describing intense outbursts that sometimes required intervention from the team to calm the star player down.
Joined by teammates including KL Rahul, Harshit Rana, and Arshdeep Singh, the group focused on batting nets and catching practice under the supervision of fielding coach T. Dilip.
The appointment also marks the end of Zaheer Khan's stint as LSG's mentor, who joined after Gautam Gambhir's departure to KKR. Former England cricketer Carl Crowe has also joined as spin bowling coach, consolidating Lucknow's revamped support team.
Rohit Sharma enters the Australia tour with an opportunity to etch his name deeper into cricketing greatness - with records spanning consistency, longevity, and match-winning impact.
Current skipper Salman Ali Agha has come under intense scrutiny after becoming the first Pakistan captain to lose thrice to India in a single tournament - a humiliation that triggered debate about his suitability to continue leading the side.
Virat and Rohit will return to the international circuit for the first time since lifting the Champions Trophy on March 7 in the first ODI against Australia in Perth on Sunday. However, ahead of the series Australian all-rounder has outlined some massive challenge for India greats.
The 36-year-old dropped a cryptic message about failure just three days before his comeback to ODIs. Read here to know exactly what he said.
This was the first public meeting between the former Indian captain and his successor in the ODI format since the captaincy change. The BCCI shared a clip of the exchange on social media, and fans were quick to celebrate the genuine camaraderie between the two.
Despite being the joint highest wicket-taker in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy and a key player in India's bowling attack, Shami has struggled with ankle and knee injuries requiring surgery. His last Test appearance was in mid-2023, and he has been absent from the Test squad since then.
Dinesh Karthik has broken his silence on Virat Kohli's 2027 World Cup plans amid swirling retirement rumors, sharing insights from London about the veteran cricketer's mindset and future in international cricket.
The 2030 Games are anticipated to attract participants from 72 countries and territories, leading to significant job creation, enhancing tourism, and providing professional opportunities in various sectors beyond athletics.
Kohli has stepped away from Test and T20I formats, leaving his ODI career in question. Speculation regarding Virat's potential exit from the Indian Premier League (IPL) team has ignited a whirlwind of activity on social media.
Over two weeks after India defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup final, Suryakumar Yadav's side has yet to receive the trophy and winner's medals. Mohsin Naqvi, Pakistan's Interior Minister, left the stadium with them after players refused to accept them due to his anti-India stance.
The tournament's valuation has dropped for the second year in a row, indicating that the powerhouse may have encountered a significant obstacle. The IPL's valuation reached its highest point in 2023. The situation is similarly bleak for the Women's Premier League (WPL).
Following defeats against Australia and South Africa, their chances of reaching the semi-finals hinge on a combination of remaining match results, net run rate, and other teams' performances. Here's a complete breakdown of the scenarios under which India can still secure a spot in the semi-finals.
After India's decisive victory against the West Indies in the second and final Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, emerging talents Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav have achieved notable advancements in the most recent ICC Test rankings, which were published on Wednesday.
Pakistan kicked off the new WTC cycle with a decisive win over South Africa, securing a 93-run victory in Lahore. The Proteas struggled against the spin attack, finding it difficult to respond to Noman Ali and his teammates as Pakistan maintained their strong performance on home soil.
Kohli and Rohit, who have now retired from Tests and T20Is, will participate in the ODI series, the only international format they are playing, starting on October 19 in Perth.
After the conclusion of the two-Test series against the West Indies, India pacer Mohammed Siraj was adjudged 'Impact Player of the Series' and stated that every wicket that he took felt like a fifer.
After India swept the series against the West Indies on Tuesday, Gambhir didn't mince his words while addressing the criticism around Harshit. Now, BCCI has come in support of India head coach over Harshit Rana's selection into the team.
The official social media handles of the BCCI shared a clip of the head coach of the men's team, Gautam Gambhir, offering a word of wisdom to the West Indies players in their dressing room. Watch the full clip here.
The former England pacer Stuart Broad has now come forward to give it back to David Warner, who recently said that England will be played the upcoming edition of The Ashes 'for a moral victory'.
Team India are set to play three ODIs and five T20Is in Australia, starting October 19 with the Perth ODI. Ahead of the high-voltage game, Aussie fans have already received a piece of bad news as two of their star players will not be playing the first contest.
Ravindra Jadeja won the Player of the Series award for his stellar performance in the 2-match Test series against the West Indies. With this award, he has now joined an elite of players like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. Know more about it.
Shubman Gill-led Team India swept away the West Indies team in the 2-match Test series after clinching the match in New Delhi.
Below is the list of all awards, along with the prize money won by the players in different categories. Check them out.
Virat Kohli's arrival in India became a trending topic on X, formerly Twitter, with fans flooding the platform with excitement.
Despite the shift in leadership, India's newly crowned ODI captain, Shubman Gill has a simple message for the veterans who are going through the twilight phase of their careers. Read here to know what Gill said
India and Pakistan's hockey teams are set to lock horns on Tuesday, October 14, in the upcoming match in the ongoing Sultan of Johor Cup, scheduled to be held in Malaysia.
A clip featuring Jasprit Bumrah taking a jibe at the on-field umpire after losing a DRS on Umpire's Call is doing the rounds on social media. Know the whole matter.
Mohammed Siraj is on a roll in the second Test match against the West Indies as well. With three wickets in both innings of the New Delhi Test, Siraj has now become...
The left-handed batter, who has played seven matches for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL this year, has been named as Vice Captain for Ranji Trophy 2025.
Pat Cummins has been battling a back problem in recent times and is yet to return to the bowling crease at training ahead of the opening Test of the summer that commences in Perth on November 21.
West Indies all-rounder Khary Pierre expressed surprise at the follow-on decision, noting the pitch was still good for batting and that India might have benefited from batting again.
Alyssa Healy played a sensational inning, scoring a blistering century of 142 runs off 107 balls to power Australia to a record-breaking chase of 331 runs against India, the highest successful run chase in women's ODI history.
Babar Azam has created history in the World Test Championship! During the PAK vs SA 1st Test, he surpassed Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill to become the first Asian batter to reach this WTC milestone.
Under the life ban, the Arshad Nadeem's coach cannot take part in any athletic activities, nor coach or hold office at any level.

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