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"We have a nice, varied bowling attack....": England coach McCullum ahead of India Tests

London | June 12, 2025 10:14:13 AM IST

Ahead of his side's five-match series against India at home, England head coach Brendon McCullum said the bowling attack looks really nice and varied and the Three Lions are looking forward to playing an "outstanding cricketing nation". ... read..

"What I witnessed was not just a cricket match, but a culmination...": De Villiers' heartfelt note to RCB following maiden IPL title

New Delhi | June 12, 2025 9:44:13 AM IST

Legendary South African and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter AB de Villiers penned a heartwarming letter for his former Red and Gold franchise following their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title, highlighting his deep connection with the team ... read..

UTT season 6: Sreeja Akula's Jaipur Patriots qualify for semi-finals after win over PBG Pune Jaguars

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | June 12, 2025 9:14:19 AM IST

Undefeated Sreeja Akula propelled Jaipur Patriots to their first Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) semi-finals, following their 9-6 victory over PBG Pune Jaguars in the penultimate league stage game of Season 6 on Wednesday. ... read..

WTC final: Starc overtakes Shami, continues strong show in ICC tournament knockouts

London | June 12, 2025 8:44:26 AM IST

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc overtook Indian veteran Mohammed Shami, becoming the bowler with the most wickets in the ICC tournament finals. ... read..

Webster reflects on gritty knock under pressure as Australia fight back in WTC final

London | June 12, 2025 2:44:15 AM IST

Beau Webster played a crucial counter-attacking innings under pressure to help Australia recover from early trouble on Day 1 of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final 2025 against South Africa at Lord's. Walking in with his team in a precarious posit ... read..

"Give some time to him; he will rise to the occasion": Harbhajan Singh backs new Indian Test skipper Shubman Gill

Jalandhar (Punjab) | June 12, 2025 2:14:14 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament (MP), Harbhajan Singh, on Wednesday backed the right-hand batter Shubman Gill, who was appointed the captain of the Indian Cricket Team in the longest format of the game recently and said that h ... read..

"Don't nick the part-time off-spinner": Steve Smith reflects on unusual dismissal after key knock in WTC final

London | June 12, 2025 2:14:12 AM IST

After anchoring Australia's fightback on Day 1 of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa at Lord's, veteran batter Steve Smith reflected on both his dismissal and the challenges ahead in the match. Smith played a composed and vit ... read..

"He's always at you": Steve Smith praises Rabada's relentless skill after five-wicket haul in WTC final

London | June 12, 2025 2:14:11 AM IST

Australia's veteran batter Steve Smith heaped praise on South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada after his five-wicket haul on Day 1 of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's. Rabada ran through the Australian batting line-up with figures ... read..

"Was blown away to see his energy in last three days": Morne Morkel on Jasprit Bumrah ahead of England Test series

London | June 12, 2025 2:14:09 AM IST

Ahead of the India tour of England later this month, the visitors' bowling coach and former South African cricketer Morne Morkel was surprised by right-arm seamer Jasprit Bumrah's rhythm and intensity during the three practice sessions that the Indian sid ... read..

"212, we'd take that": Rabada reflects on missed opportunity but satisfied with Day 1 effort at Lord's

London | June 12, 2025 2:14:07 AM IST

As Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bowl first in the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 against Australia at Lord's, the responsibility of leading the attack with the new ball fell to Kagiso Rabada. And the experienced pacer w ... read..

BCCI likely to hold Apex Council meeting on June 14; IPL victory celebrations norms on agenda

New Delhi | June 12, 2025 1:44:42 AM IST

In the wake of the tragic stampede in Bengaluru earlier this month, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to hold an apex council meeting on June 14 in order to discuss the new norms for the celebrations for the teams following their titl ... read..

India handed narrow 3-4 defeat by Argentina in FIH Hockey Pro League

Amstelveen | June 12, 2025 1:44:36 AM IST

The Indian Men's Hockey Team put on a very spirited display against Argentina, but went down narrowly with the scores at 3-4 in their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men's) game, at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands. For India, Harmanpr ... read..

Mitchell Starc is now leading wicket-taker in ICC tournament finals, surpasses Mohamed Shami

London | June 12, 2025 1:44:34 AM IST

Australia's pace ace Mitchell Starc added another feather to his cap on Wednesday, becoming the highest wicket-taker in ICC tournament finals. The left-arm quick achieved the milestone during the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa at ... read..

Steve Smith has maximum runs as overseas player at Lord's; scores 66 runs in WTC final

London | June 11, 2025 11:14:40 PM IST

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"Means a lot to get past Allan Donald, what a legend": Rabada reflects on milestone after WTC final fifer

London | June 11, 2025 11:14:35 PM IST

Kagiso Rabada etched another milestone into his illustrious career on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's, as he surpassed South African great Allan Donald to move into fourth place on South Africa's all-time list of Test wicket-tak ... read..

Manu Bhaker finishes sixth in 25m pistol at ISSF World Cup in Munich

Munich | June 11, 2025 11:14:14 PM IST

Two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker secured a sixth-place finish in the women's 25m pistol event at the 2025 ISSF World Cup in Munich, Germany, on Wednesday, according to Olympics.com. ... read..

Kagiso Rabada surpasses Allan Donald, shines with five-wicket haul in WTC final

London | June 11, 2025 9:44:09 PM IST

Kagiso Rabada delivered a sensational performance on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia, not only dismantling the opposition with a five-wicket haul but also etching his name deeper into South African cricket history. ... read..

Siliguri Strikers ready for Bengal Pro T20 League season 2

Kolkata(West Bengal) | June 11, 2025 9:14:18 PM IST

Preparations for the Bengal Pro T20 League 2025 have reached their final stage, and the Servotech Siliguri Strikers are also all set for the tournament. The men's team of Servotech Siliguri Strikers will kick off their campaign on June 12, according to a ... read..

WTC Final: Steve Smith overtakes Tendulkar to reach closer to Virat Kohli's ICC knockout matches record

London | June 11, 2025 9:14:14 PM IST

Australian batting icon Steve Smith overtook legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, climbing up to the second spot among batters with the highest number of fifty-plus scores in ICC tournament knockout matches. ... read..

"More will follow in that mood...": WI coach Sammy on Nicholas Pooran's international retirement

Southampton | June 11, 2025 8:44:20 PM IST

West Indies white-ball head coach Daren Sammy broke silence on star batter Nicholas Pooran's retirement from international cricket, saying that "more will follow in that direction" and his instincts told him that "something like that would happen". ... read..

WTC final: Smith, Webster fifties lead Aussie fightback against SA after early wickets, reach 190/5 at Tea (Day 1)

London | June 11, 2025 8:44:19 PM IST

After a dominant opening session by South Africa, Australia mounted a strong comeback in the second session to take control of proceedings, reaching 190/5 at Tea on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final on Wednesday at Lord's. ... read..

"It is concerning little time with World Cup next year": Ian Bishop on West Indies' performance in T20Is

Southampton | June 11, 2025 8:44:14 PM IST

Former West Indies pacer and commentator Ian Bishop has said that the team needs a reset ahead of next year's T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. ... read..

Madhya Pradesh League: Gwalior Cheetahs to face Chambal Ghariyals in opening match on June 12

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | June 11, 2025 8:14:12 PM IST

The second season of the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) is set to begin with a blockbuster opening clash between Gwalior Cheetahs and debutants Chambal Ghariyals on June 12 at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Shankarpur, Gwalior. ... read..

SoBo Mumbai Falcons face MSC Maratha Royals in T20 Mumbai League final

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 11, 2025 8:14:03 PM IST

After a week of intense competition, it all comes down to the final showdown in the third season of the T20 Mumbai League. On one side stand the high-flying SoBo Mumbai Falcons, led by India batter Shreyas Iyer, and on the other, the in-form Mumbai South ... read..

Struggles continue for Marnus Labuschagne as left-arm pace exposes vulnerability in WTC final

London | June 11, 2025 7:44:11 PM IST

Australia's Marnus Labuschagne finds himself in a challenging phase of his international career, with persistent struggles against left-arm seamers once again highlighted in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. On Wednesday, at the iconic Lord's Crick ... read..

"Play is more than just having fun": Tendulkar on International Day of Play

New Delhi | June 11, 2025 6:14:49 PM IST

On the occasion of the International Day of Play, Indian cricket legend and UNICEF Regional Goodwill Ambassador for South Asia, Sachin Tendulkar, made a heartfelt appeal to parents and caregivers, emphasizing the vital role of play in every child's life. ... read..

"Indian players have some serious skills": Tim Walsh backs RPL to shape India's Olympic rugby dream

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 11, 2025 6:14:47 PM IST

Tim Walsh, head coach of the Mumbai Dreamers, expressed strong belief in the transformative power of the Rugby Premier League (RPL). ... read..

"Privilege to ring bell at historic Lord's": ICC chairman Jay Shah in attendance at WTC final

London | June 11, 2025 6:14:28 PM IST

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah expressed his feelings after ringing the bell at London's iconic Lord's stadium on Wednesday, where the World Test Championship (WTC) final is taking place between South Africa and Australia. ... read..

WTC final: SA's Rabada, Jansen put Australia on backfoot with early wickets (Day 1, Lunch)

London | June 11, 2025 5:45:02 PM IST

A fiery opening spell by Kagiso Rabada set the tone for South Africa, who ended the first session of day one during the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia with four early wickets at Lord's on Wednesday. ... read..

Australia's Usman Khawaja joins unwanted list during 20-ball duck in WTC final against SA

London | June 11, 2025 5:14:24 PM IST

Australia left-hand batter Usman Khawaja registered an unfortunate record, becoming the Aussie with joint-third longest duck during the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's, in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday. ... read..

MLC: Pooran appointed as MI New York skipper, Maxwell to lead Washington Freedom

New Delhi | June 11, 2025 4:14:24 PM IST

Former West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran, who announced his retirement from all international formats on Tuesday, has been appointed as the captain of MI New York in the Major League Cricket (MLC), taking over from Kieron Pollard. ... read..

England's Adil Rashid just one spot away from ICC Men's T20I Rankings summit

Southampton | June 11, 2025 3:44:09 PM IST

England spinner veteran Adil Rashid is just one step away from the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings summit, having climbed to the second spot in the rankings issued on Wednesday. ... read..

WTC Final: South Africa win toss, put defending champions Australia to bat under overcast conditions at Lord's

London | June 11, 2025 3:14:23 PM IST

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and opted to bowl against the defending champions Australia under the gloomy sky of London's iconic venue, Lord's, in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday. ... read..

A look at records established during third ENG-WI T20I

Southampton | June 11, 2025 3:14:20 PM IST

England created history, scoring their highest score in T20Is at home soil during the third and final T20I against West Indies at Southampton on Tuesday. ... read..

"Catching yaar": India players engage in intense fielding drills filled with banter ahead of England Tests

London | June 11, 2025 2:44:34 PM IST

Indian players engaged in intense fielding drills, which were topped up by a fun banter between the players as they continued to fortify their preparations for the upcoming Test series against England. ... read..

UTT Season 6: U Mumba TT eye playoffs, Dabang Delhi TTC chase history in final league stage tie

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | June 11, 2025 2:14:32 PM IST

U Mumba TT will have their sights set on a semi-final berth when they take on playoffs-bound Dabang Delhi TTC in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 6 on Thursday. There is a lot on the line for Delhi, too, who are aiming to become the first team in hi ... read..

Argentina manager Scaloni reveals reason behind his decision to substitute Messi during 1-1 draw with Colombia

Buenos Aires | June 11, 2025 2:14:31 PM IST

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni revealed that Lionel Messi asked to be substituted during the final minutes of their intense 1-1 draw with Colombia at Estadio Monumental. ... read..

WTC final: Task cut out for Rabada, Markram to continue red-hot streak against Australia at grandest stage

London | June 11, 2025 1:45:14 PM IST

As South Africa aim to secure their first-ever world title in international cricket, the watchful eyes of fans and the prayers of the Proteas audience will focus on two of their superstar players, Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada, who hold a fantastic reco ... read..

SLI is set to be game-changer for sport: India athlete Elavenil Valarivan

New Delhi | June 11, 2025 1:45:07 PM IST

Indian athlete Elavenil Valarivan, who made headlines after securing the bronze medal at the ISSF World Cup in Munich, expressed delight about the inaugural Shooting League of India (SLI). ... read..

Indian junior women's hockey team beats Belgium 2-1 during European tour

Antwerp | June 11, 2025 1:44:59 PM IST

The Indian junior women's hockey team continued their winning streak in the tour of Europe with a well-deserved win over Belgium. ... read..

WTC final: Starc relishes opportunity to go "back-to-back" at Lord's, Rabada reveals "specific plans" for each Aussie

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 11, 2025 1:44:57 PM IST

Ahead of his side's ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc expressed that the opportunity to successfully defend the mace at Lord's would be special and a "huge reward" for the way group has worked ov ... read..

Nitish or Shardul? Who will make the cut for India against England

London | June 11, 2025 1:14:11 PM IST

India faces a severe challenge while trying to figure out its playing combination for the upcoming high-stakes Tests in England. One of Nitish Rddy and Shardul Thakur will be up for a place in the final XI for the first test at Headingley on June 20. ... read..

Steve Smith towers over Proteas: How England has been 'home away from home' for the Australian great

London | June 11, 2025 12:44:25 PM IST

Over the years, Australian star batter Steve Smith has outclassed several greats of Test cricket. With his unorthodox stance, mannerisms on the pitch, top-class hand-eye coordination and strokeplay, he has motored miles away from many to become this gener ... read..

Ancestry in UK, aim for Proteas glory: Will SA's Bedingham give Tests a tangible symbol of love at Lord's?

London | June 11, 2025 12:44:12 PM IST

The 'Ultimate Test' has come for David Bedingham. A man amongst the new crop of comparatively inexperienced South African Test cricketers yet to feature in a high-profile red-ball game in the UK, but yet perhaps the most acquainted with the conditions pre ... read..

True teammate, proud to have shared field with you: Pant pens heartfelt note for Pooran on international retirement

New Delhi | June 11, 2025 11:44:19 AM IST

India's Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant penned a heartfelt note for his Lucknow Super Giants teammate and friend Nicholas Pooran, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket. ... read..

"Folks-your Test captain": Shubman Gill poses for official photo ahead of England series

London | June 11, 2025 10:44:12 AM IST

India's newly crowned Test captain, Shubman Gill's photoshoot, took centre stage as the modern-day giants continue to bolster their preparations for the five high-stakes Tests in England, marking the commencement of a new dawn. ... read..

"Clear blueprint": McCullum hails Brook's captaincy after sweeping West Indies

Southampton | June 11, 2025 10:14:11 AM IST

England head coach Brendon McCullum believes the outright domination against the West Indies proves that a "clear blueprint" is in place about the brand of cricket captain Harry Brook wants his side to play. ... read..

Shreyas Iyer-led Mumbai Falcons storm into T20 Mumbai League 2025 final

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 11, 2025 10:14:08 AM IST

Shreyas Iyer's SOBO Mumbai Falcons secured a spot in the T20 Mumbai League 2025 final with a five-wicket victory over the Bandra Blasters, fueled by Akash Parkar's all-around play and Ishan Mulchandani's impressive half-century. They will face Mumbai Sout ... read..

West Indies announce 16-player squad for home Tests against Australia; Kemar Roach dropped

St. John's | June 11, 2025 9:14:09 AM IST

West Indies unveiled its 16-player squad that will compete for the coveted Sir Frank Worrell Trophy in the upcoming three home Tests against Australia, which is scheduled to kick off on June 25th at Kensington Oval in Barbados. ... read..

SSF World Cup: 9.8 shot continues to haunt Valarivan as she settles for bronze in women's 10m air rifle

Munich | June 11, 2025 8:44:30 AM IST

Two-time Olympian Elavenil Valarivan kickstarted India's campaign at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Munich, Germany, with a bronze medal in the women's 10m air rifle. ... read..

"One of the tougher decisions": Bavuma on choosing Ngidi over Paterson for WTC final

London | June 11, 2025 5:14:02 AM IST

Lungi Ngidi is set to make his return to Test cricket in the ICC World Test Championship(WTC) final at Lord's, will mark his first appearance in the format in ten months, and only his third Test under head coach Shukri Conrad. Ngidi has been named in Sout ... read..

"He deserved a spot in batting line-up": Pat Cummins on Cameron Green's spot in WTC final playing 11

London | June 10, 2025 11:44:20 PM IST

Ahead of their clash against South Africa (SA) in the World Test Championship Final 2025, on June 11 Australia captain Pat Cummins believed that Aussie batter Camreon Green earned a spot in the batting lineup due to his recent good form, and the team thou ... read..

Siddhesh Lad, Rohan Raje power Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals into T20 Mumbai League 2025 final

Mumbai, (Maharashtra) | June 10, 2025 11:44:19 PM IST

A commanding unbeaten half-century from skipper Siddesh Lad and a fiery five-wicket haul by pacer Rohan Raje propelled Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals into the final of the T20 Mumbai League 2025 with a comprehensive 8-wicket win over Eagle Thane Stri ... read..

"He's just really unfortunate...": Pat Cummins as Scott Boland misses out in Australia's playing 11 for WTC final

London | June 10, 2025 11:44:11 PM IST

Ahead of their clash against South Africa (SA) in the World Test Championship Final 2025, on June 11 at the Home of Cricket Lord's Australia captain Pat Cummins spoke in depth of bowling surrounding the decision to leave Scott Boland out of the XI and opt ... read..

WTC final 2025: Australia aim to defend their crown as South Africa chase history at Lord's

London | June 10, 2025 11:44:09 PM IST

The stage is set at Lord's for what promises to be a gripping ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final as reigning champions Australia prepare to defend their title against a determined South African side eager to make history. This will be Australia's sec ... read..

Jharkhand Cricket Association chief congratulates Dhoni on his induction in ICC Hall of Fame

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | June 10, 2025 11:44:07 PM IST

Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) President Ajay Nath Shah Deo on Tuesday congratulated India's World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni for his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame. ... read..

"Swing in England conditions gives us an opportunity": South Africa captain Temba Bavuma ahead of WTC final clash

London | June 10, 2025 11:14:10 PM IST

Ahead of their clash against Australia in the World Test Championship Final 2025, on June 11 at the Home of Cricket Lord's South Africa captain Temba Bavuma believed that the swinging ball in England conditions offers an opportunity for his team, as it di ... read..

Indian Men's Mixed Disability Cricket Team prepares for England tour; DCCI lauds Jay Shah's support

Cricket | June 10, 2025 10:14:09 PM IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 10 (ANI: General secretary of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), Ravikant Chauhan, has extended gratitude to ICC Chairman Jay Shah for his support and commitment towards the growth of disability cricket ... read..

Rajeev Shukla lauds Dhoni's induction in ICC Hall of Fame, recalls "immense contribution" to cricket world

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 9:14:04 PM IST

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has hailed former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's induction in the ICC Hall of Fame and said he is the "most deserving player". ... read..

"He's a proven match-winner": Harbhajan Singh hails Australia captain Pat Cummins ahead of WTC final

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 9:14:03 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes that Australia skipper Pat Cummins is an exceptional captain because he unites the team, is a match-winner, and commands respect in the dressing room, which leads to more victories. ... read..

WTC final 2025: Aakash Chopra weighs in on Pat Cummins' impact

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 9:14:01 PM IST

As the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final 2025 draws near, anticipation is building for the clash between reigning champions Australia and determined challengers South Africa. ... read..

Bhopal Leopards' owner confident as the franchise seek Madhya Pradesh League glory

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | June 10, 2025 7:44:12 PM IST

Bhopal Leopards might have lost the Madhya Pradesh League final in 2024 but the side is determined to turnaround the things this year as the season gets underway on June 12 at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Shankarpur, Gwalior, accordin ... read..

Big Bash League season 15 first overseas draft announced; Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi included in initial list

New Delhi, | June 10, 2025 7:44:05 PM IST

Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan, seamers Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and all-rounder Shadab Khan are part of the first overseas draft list of Big Bash League (BBL) season 15 released on Tuesday, according to a report from ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Austalia skipper Pat Cummins announces playing 11 for WTC final clash against South Africa

London | June 10, 2025 6:44:26 PM IST

Australia captain Pat Cummins has revealed his side's playing XI for the ICC World Test Championship clash against South Africa starting from June 11 at Lord's on Tuesday, according to the ICC website. ... read..

England's Amy Jones ascends in ICC Rankings

Dubai | June 10, 2025 5:44:17 PM IST

England's wicketkeeper-batter Amy Jones continued her rise in the recent ICC Women's Rankings update, as per the official website of the ICC. ... read..

Hockey India announces 24-member Indian Junior Men's squad for 4 Nations Tournament in Germany

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 5:14:14 PM IST

Hockey India on Tuesday announced the Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team for the upcoming 4 Nations Tournament, scheduled to be held in Berlin, Germany, from June 21st to 25th. According to a release from Hockey India, the prestigious competition will featur ... read..

SA captain Temba Bavuma announces playing 11 for WTC final clash against Australia

London | June 10, 2025 5:14:11 PM IST

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has announced the playing XI for the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at the Home of Cricket, Lord's, starting on Wednesday, June 11. ... read..

SA veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj on path to greatness in eyes of his teammates

New Delhi, | June 10, 2025 4:44:12 PM IST

South Africa veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj is just two Test wickets short of reaching the acclaimed 200 club. And despite the reality that he turned 35 earlier this year, there is no sign that he's slowing down, according to the ICC website. ... read..

"Don't think I could put it into words": South Africa seamer Ngidi on what success would mean in WTC final

London | June 10, 2025 4:44:10 PM IST

South African seamer Lungi Ngidi, when asked what success in the World Test Championship decider would mean, said that he doesn't think that he could put it into words. Ngidi, along with teammates, spoke to ICC Digital ahead of the Proteas clash with Aust ... read..

India No. 8 Avinash Kumar lauds Picklebay as a launchpad for aspiring talent in pickleball

New Delhi, | June 10, 2025 4:14:12 PM IST

As Pickleball continues its remarkable rise in India, Picklebay has emerged as a promising new platform for players across the country to compete, grow, and get noticed, according to a release from AIPA. ... read..

History, records don't mean anything... need to play best cricket: Bangar's simple take on WTC final

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 2:44:37 PM IST

Former India coach and cricketer Sanjay Bangar believes that South Africa and Australia can't take the World Test Championship final "for granted" despite the impressive record they boast at the iconic Lord's. For Bangar, the only way to lift the mace wil ... read..

"True icon, legend of the game": Raina congratulates Dhoni for "well-deserved" induction into ICC Hall of Fame

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 2:44:34 PM IST

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina penned a special note for his long-time compatriot and friend MS Dhoni for being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. ... read..

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad signs for Yorkshire until end of season

Yorkshire | June 10, 2025 2:44:19 PM IST

Chennai Super Kings captain and India's top-order batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has signed for Yorkshire until the end of the season. ... read..

"We want a good pitch": Beckenham's head curator reveals "clear" message from Gambhir for India's preparation in England

London | June 10, 2025 2:14:15 PM IST

Josh Marden, the head curator at Beckenham County Ground, revealed that India head coach Gautam Gambhir and the management had a clear message regarding their preparations for the highly anticipated England tour: "We want a good pitch", reported Revsportz ... read..

Indian men's team raring to go against Argentina in European Leg of FIH Hockey Pro League

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 1:44:05 PM IST

The Indian men's hockey team has not had the best start to the European leg of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men). While the narrow defeats against the Netherlands are now in the past, the team is now preparing for its next challenge against Argentin ... read..

Australia favourites to win: Monty Panesar drops massive prediction for WTC final, sends "challenge" message to SA

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 12:44:20 PM IST

Former England spinner Monty Panesar has declared Australia as "favourites" to defend the World Test Championship mace. While looking from the perspective of South Africa, Panesar feels the Proteas have a "great opportunity" to prove that they can take on ... read..

Former India captains Dilip Vengsarkar, Diana Edulji appointed Cricket Advisors to MCA

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 10, 2025 12:14:54 PM IST

Former India men's and women's captains Dilip Vengsarkar and Diana Edulji have been named Cricket Advisors to the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). ... read..

Gill in good touch, Sai was compact: Arshdeep opens up about India's preparations, reveals "main objective" with Bumrah

Kent | June 10, 2025 11:14:27 AM IST

Left-arm quick Arshdeep Singh offered some valuable insights about India's training session before the five high-stakes Tests in England, scheduled to kick off at Headingley on June 20. ... read..

Despite Rohit, Virat's absence, Anderson puts "strong" tag on India's squad for "exciting" series in England

London | June 10, 2025 9:44:15 AM IST

England's decorated quick James Anderson sees India as a "strong" side in the upcoming five-match Test series, scheduled to begin on June 20 at Headingley, despite the absence of their batting bigwigs and the phase of transition that has kicked in as a re ... read..

India's Sai Sudharsan solidifies his defensive technique ahead of Test series against England

London | June 10, 2025 9:14:10 AM IST

Tamil Nadu's young top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan is one of the Indian players who has found himself in the spotlight as the countdown begins for the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, set to kick off on June 20 at Headingley. ... read..

"This was very difficult": Former West Indies T20I captain Nicholas Pooran retires from international cricket at 29

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 8:14:18 AM IST

Former West Indies T20I captain Nicholas Pooran surprised the world on Tuesday by announcing his retirement from international cricket at the age of 29. ... read..

"We want to honour legends of the past": Keshav Maharaj ahead of WTC final against Australia

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 3:14:13 AM IST

Keshav Maharaj is determined to follow in the famous footsteps at the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025. ... read..

Kamboj shines on Day 4 as second unofficial test between India A-England Lions end in draw

Northampton | June 10, 2025 3:14:10 AM IST

Tanush Kotian and Anshul Kamboj shines on the final day of the second unofficial Test between England Lions and India A as the match ended in a draw. ... read..

"Whatever tags come along, we don't fear": SA head coach ahead of WTC final as side aims to put aside "chokers" label

London | June 10, 2025 3:14:08 AM IST

Ahead of the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia, South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad urged his team not to get too much overawed by the occasion but rather to embrace it. He also put aside any issues about the "chokers" label Proteas ha ... read..

"It's a huge honour:" James Anderson on IND-ENG Test series named after him

London | June 10, 2025 3:14:05 AM IST

Former right-arm seamer James Anderson said that it was a "huge honour" that the Test series between India and England has been named after him and India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar. ... read..

"He has got hands faster than a pickpocket": Ravi Shastri hail MS Dhoni's wicketkeeping skills

London | June 10, 2025 2:44:12 AM IST

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri lauded World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni's wicketkeeping skills during the ICC Hall of Fame event in London, hilariously comparing the speed of his hand to that of a "pickpocketeer." ... read..

All eyes on Lyon as Smith signals spin threat in WTC25 Final

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 2:44:10 AM IST

The veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has proven pedigree with 553 wickets in the test format, including a brilliant four-wicket haul in the 2023 World Test Championship Final. ... read..

BCCI congratulates India's World Cup winning captain Dhoni after his inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 10, 2025 2:44:07 AM IST

The Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) congratulates India's World Cup winning captain MS Dhoni after his he was inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame during a ceremony at London on Monday, becoming the 11th Indian cricketer to join the illustrious co ... read..

BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla hails MS Dhoni for induction in ICC Hall of Fame

New Delhi | June 10, 2025 2:44:05 AM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President and Congress MP Rajeev Shukla hailed India's legendary captain MS Dhoni after he was inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame during a ceremony at London on Monday, becoming the 11th Indian cricketer ... read..

Jay Shah congratulates seven famous former players inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

London | June 10, 2025 1:44:13 AM IST

Seven famous former players were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on Monday. ... read..

Pant's roof-breaking stunner to Gill-Bumrah face off: What transpired in India's nets session ahead of 1st England Test?

Beckenham | June 10, 2025 1:44:07 AM IST

Roof-breaking hits, a star-studded face-off and plenty of warming up and pep talks summarised India's practice session on Monday ahead of their first Test against England, starting from June 20 with the first Test at Leeds. ... read..

ICC inducts Graeme Smith, Hashim Amla, Daniel Vettori into Hall of Fame

London | June 9, 2025 11:44:20 PM IST

South African veteran batters Graeme Smith, Hashim Amla, and former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori have been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, according to the ICC website. ... read..

Pak's Sana Mir, England's Sarah Taylor in ICC Hall of Fame

London | June 9, 2025 11:44:14 PM IST

Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir and England's wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Taylor were the two women cricketers who were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame during a ceremony in London on Monday. ... read..

MS Dhoni becomes India's 11th inductee into ICC Hall of Fame

London | June 9, 2025 10:44:22 PM IST

India's World Cup winning captain MS Dhoni was inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame during a ceremony at London on Monday, becoming the 11th Indian cricketer to join the illustrious company. ... read..

Team India starts practice ahead of first England Test; Gill, Pant, Bumrah sharpen skills in nets

London | June 9, 2025 10:44:12 PM IST

Team India has started practising ahead of the first Test of the five-match Test series against England from June 20. The series begins at Headingley, Leeds. ... read..

2nd Unofficial Test: Kotian-Kamboj powers India-A to 417/7d at Tea; sets a target of 439 for England Lions

Northampton | June 9, 2025 10:44:09 PM IST

India A continued to dominate England Lions as a 149 partnership between Tanush Kotian and Anshul Kamboj powered them to 417/7 before they declared their second innings at Tea on day 4 in the 2nd Unofficial Test, on Monday, setting a target of 439 for the ... read..

India go down 2-3 against Netherlands in thrilling FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25

Amstelveen, | June 9, 2025 10:44:06 PM IST

The Indian Men's Hockey Team went down fighting 2-3 against the Netherlands in a thrilling FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 (Men's) at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands. ... read..

Australia's batting legend Matthew Hayden inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

New Delhi | June 9, 2025 10:14:01 PM IST

Veteran Australian batter and two-time World Cup winner, Matthew Hayden, has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. ... read..

From Stubbs to Jansen, how South Africa's 'Generation Next' fared in WTC 2023-25 cycle

New Delhi | June 9, 2025 9:44:12 PM IST

South Africa will be aiming for their first-ever world title in international cricket history, as they take on Australia in the final of the ICC World Test Championship at Lord's from June 11. The ongoing cycle has witnessed plenty of youngsters rise to t ... read..

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