Captain

Asalanka, a 27-year-old middle-order batsman, takes over from Wanindu Hasaranga, who resigned 11 days earlier following Sri Lanka's early exit from the T20 World Cup in June.

'Don't try to be a different version of yourself'- Suryakumar Yadav explains why captaincy is not so difficult for him

This isn't Surya's first stint as skipper of the India T20I side. Following the 2023 ODI World Cup, he led India in the T20I series against Australia and South Africa.

Rohit Sharma – Started his T20 journey as a champion, and leaves as one

At first glance, the 20-year-old from Durban and the 37-year-old in Barbados couldn’t be more different. But they have one thing in common – both lifted the World Cup. What a way to bookend a stellar career.

Indian men's football team captain Sunil Chhetri to play his last international match on June 6

Indian men's football team captain Sunil Chhetri will play his last international game against Kuwait on June 6 as he announces his retirement from the national team. Let's delve into his career highlights, which will serve as a source of inspiration for numerous Indian footballers. Take a look.

IPL 2024: Dhoni steps down as CSK skipper, emotions ran high in dressing room

IPL 2024: Dhoni decided to step down as skipper of CSK just ahead of the start of this new season. CSK dressing room was emotional and several players had tears in their eyes as this decision was announced. Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead CSK in IPL 2024.

Ruturaj Gaikwad: Profile, career info and achievements

IPL 2024: Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named as captain of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after Dhoni stepped down as skipper just a day ahead of the start of T20 league.

WPL 2024: DC captain Meg Lanning breaks into tears after second straight title loss

WPL 2024: Meg Lanning, captain of Delhi Capitals and five-time world cup winning skipper, broke into tears after the team lost second straight title against the RCB in Women’s Premiere League (WPL) 2024.

Ex-West Indies captain Kieron Pollard to join England coaching staff for 2024 T20 World Cup

England will defend the title they won for the second time in Australia 13 months ago in a tournament expanded from 16 to 20 teams.

India's star Olympic football captain Samar 'Badru' Banerjee dead

Fondly known as ’Badru Da’, he was suffering from Alzheimer, Azotemia and high-blood pressure related ailments, and was admitted at the MR Bangur Hospital after testing positive for COVID-19 on July 27.

Virat Kohli era begins, named captain for England series

It is the beginning of a new era in Indian cricket as Virat Kohli was on Friday named as the captain of the Indian team for the three-match ODI and T20I series respectively. Kohli's selection as captain was a mere formality after Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped down from down as India's limited overs captain on Wednesday night.

Australia's captain Michael Clarke set to retire: Reports

The 34-year-old Clarke, one of the best batsmen of his generation, seems certain to preside over a series-losing defeat in the fourth Test at Nottingham's Trent Bridge ground on Saturday.

Australia collapses to 60 all out vs England, Broad 8-15

Seeking a victory to clinch the series, England put the Australians in to bat in overcast conditions and had them at 15-4 after 16 balls in 14 minutes, with three batsmen - Chris Rogers, David Warner and recalled Shaun Marsh - out for ducks.

Wasim Akram escapes unhurt in gun attack on his car

The 49-year-old Akram, one of the best left-arm fast bowlers ever to play the game, was on his way to National Stadium where he was to conduct a training camp for young fast bowlers.

Happy to step down if I am the reason for all wrongs: Dhoni

If it is justifiable if you remove me and the Indian cricket will start doing well, and if I am the reason for all the bad that's happening to Indian cricket, definitely I would love to step away and play as a player.

Death toll up to 82 as China starts righting capsized ship

The rescue mission has become an operation to recover hundreds of bodies from the ship, which was carrying 456 people when it overturned in a freak tornado on Monday night. Only 14 survivors have been found, including the captain.

Captain Kalia case: Govt reverses stand on moving ICJ

Bowing to public pressure, government on Monday reversed its stand on the brutal torture of Kargil martyr Captain Saurabh Kalia by Pakistani troops and announced that it could explore the option of moving the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Pakistan.

Mumbai Indians capture 2nd IPL title, crush CSK by 41 runs

Mumbai Indians' love affair with Eden Gardens contiuned as they clinched their second IPL title following a crushing 41-run win over Chennai Super Kings in a lop-sided summit clash.

To launch Ciaz, S-Cross post audience feedback: Maruti

Maruti's Executive Director CV Raman said he was hoping the Auto Expo would revive buyer interest.

Ashok Leyland launches two new LCVs

The company said it is taking efforts to expand exports and its footprint in the LCV segment. The new launches will help fill the gap in product portfolio.

Former Brazil captain Socrates dies at 57

Brazil's 1982 World Cup captain Socrates, the "Golden Heel" renowned as one of the great playmakers of his generation, died in a hospital on Sunday of septic shock at the age of 57.

Dhoni fans laud his entry in Time's list of the top 100

Time Magazine naming Team India Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni in its annual list of the top 100 is a moment of joy, Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda said today.