The Times of India

India has unveiled its teams for the highly anticipated home series against the West Indies. Shubman Gill will take charge of the One Day International squad, while Shreyas Iyer has been named captain of the Twenty20 International team. Additionally, the Rest of India roster for the upcoming Irani Cup has been released, featuring Rishabh Pant as the leader.

Vishal TK reflects on his record-breaking year and sets his sights firmly on the Asian Games, with the big challenge ahead.

The IPL auction is gearing up to make a comeback to India for its 2027 season. While the exact host city remains undecided, this event promises to be more intimate. Amid discussions surrounding the contentious Impact Player rule, the BCCI is actively gathering insights from franchises and stakeholders. Notably, several key Indian players have raised concerns regarding the effect of this rule on all-rounders' roles in the game.

Animesh Kujur opens up on his Asian Games preparations and the challenge of competing against Asias top sprinters.

Sanju Samson highlighted the importance of team objectives over individual rivalries and societal expectations. He mentioned that selections hinge on a players current form and the imperative to secure victories. Acknowledging external pressures, he noted that experience aids in navigating them. Samson concluded that players should always prioritize team dynamics, even amid personal challenges, as evidenced by his key role in steering India to a series win against Afghanistan.

Jos Buttler has now become the second-highest run-scorer in men's T20I cricket. He achieved this milestone during England's victory against Sri Lanka. Buttler scored eighty runs off forty-four balls in the match. Harry Brook also contributed significantly with an unbeaten century. England secured a dominant win in the first T20I.

From consoling a devastated Nihal Sarin after a cruel time loss to calling out Indias accommodation mess in Samarkand, Srinath Narayanan has been the steady hand all around. The Gambits captain helped his GCL side bounce back to bronze, and now turns his focus to Indias Chess Olympiad campaign, confident a young, tightly knit squad can deliver.

Sanju Samson speaks about Indias fearless approach, competition for the top-three spots and handling outside noise after the match.

In a remarkable feat, Harry Brook reached a notable captaincy milestone in 2026, becoming the only Full Member captain to score two T20I centuries within the same year. His latest achievement was an explosive 114 not out against Sri Lanka in Southampton, which he accomplished off just 42 deliveries, leading England to a commanding 119-run victory in their first T20I match.

Following their stunning victory against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final, India's women's cricket team made a bold statement by refusing to accept the trophy. The players chose to remain in the dressing room, adhering to the BCCI's advisement regarding the presentation. This moment recalls a similar stance taken by the men's team in the previous year's tournament.

Sanju Samson's explosive 57 off 22 balls against Afghanistan in the second T20I was more than a match-winning cameo it was a compelling reminder of why India's T20I selection calls remain so difficult. Having lost ground to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Samson responded with fearless batting while acknowledging the challenge of balancing merit, opportunity and India's long-term vision at the top.

Jasprit Bumrah opened the bowling for India with a maiden over. It was his 13th maiden in T20I cricket and helped him become the bowler with the most maiden overs among players from Full Member nations. He moved past Zimbabwes Richard Ngarava, who has bowled 12 maiden overs in T20Is.

Sanju Samson showcased his incredible skills, leading India to a triumphant T20 series win against Afghanistan with a blistering fifty-seven runs in just twenty-two balls. He was well-supported by Abhishek Sharma, who added thirty-eight not out. Meanwhile, the impressive bowling from Nitish Kumar Reddy eased the coaching staffs worries, while the stellar performance of Samson and Sharma indicates a tough challenge ahead for the younger players.

The Kerala batter was a key player in India's T20 World Cup triumph, but his form has been inconsistent since then. He had scored only 33 runs in four innings before the Afghanistan series. With youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also pushing for a place, Samson needed a strong performance. The upcoming Asian Games also added to the importance of his form.

India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to field against Afghanistan in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. India won the opening T20I by seven wickets and currently lead the three-match series 1-0. India made one change to their playing XI, with Bishnoi replacing Chakaravarthy.

India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to field against Afghanistan in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. India won the opening T20I by seven wickets and currently lead the three-match series 1-0.

Vithya Ramraj discusses her preparation for the Asian Games and reveals how her training has improved compared to the 2023 edition. After equalling the 400m hurdles record in 2023, Vithya is now targeting a faster time and aiming to take her performance to the next level.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's impressive IPL seasons have reignited discussions about his potential return to the Indian team. He admitted feeling deserving of another opportunity while stressing it is not his sole motivation. The veteran pacer has accepted his current omission from the national squad. Bhuvneshwar sensed his 2022 World Cup career might have concluded after the semifinal loss.

Mark Zuckerberg discussed his Hawaii property and its underground shelter for the first time. He clarified that the large structure is a hurricane shelter, not a doomsday bunker. Planning documents reveal the underground storm shelter spans nearly 4,500 square feet. This extensive underground facility connects to ground level via a tunnel. Zuckerberg's expansive Kauai ranch also focuses on raising cattle for fresh beef.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it shot down an American MQ-1 drone west of the Strait of Hormuz using a previously undisclosed advanced air defence system. Iranian media claims the interception was carried out by the IRGC Aerospace Force under the countrys integrated air defence network. The announcement comes amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington following a series of military incidents involving drones, missiles, tankers and commercial shipping in the Gulf.