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For an India-Pakistan match, which is typically thought of as the most popular ticket in international cricket, it is unusual to have premium tickets go unsold.

Sophie Devine to lead NZ in Women's ODI World Cup, four earn maiden call-up

The 15-member squad announced on Wednesday has six players making their World Cup debuts.

Jadeja jokes about 'going on strike' if Jasprit Bumrah plays against UAE: 'Usually you keep him wrapped in cotton wool'

Jasprit Bumrah's workload remains a major focus as it became a hot topic during the recently-concluded England Test series, where he skipped matches to maintain his fitness.

India playing XI at Asia Cup 2025: Sanju Samson snubbed by ex-Rajasthan Royals teammate with blunt 'no chance' remark

"Shubman Gill has it in him to play conventional cricket and still make a 100 off 55 balls.”

Asia Cup 2025: India’s probable XI vs UAE – Sanju Samson or Jitesh Sharma, who should India play?

Asia Cup 2025: India’s probable XI vs UAE – Among the bowlers mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy and premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah are almost certainties.

Who is Simranjeet Singh - Man who bowled to 12-year-old Shubman set to play against him at Asia Cup

The 35-year-old slow left-arm orthodox bowler is a crafty customer according to UAE head coach Lalchand Rajput.

Dewald Brevis, Aiden Markram smash SA20 auction records

Dewald Brevis was bought by Sourav Ganguly-coached Pretoria Capitals for R16.5 million.

Suryakumar Yadav acted with dignity at Asia Cup presser, criticism against him is unfair and unwarranted

Ahead of the Pakistan match India needs to iron out every doubt and be ready. For after all it will not just be a cricket game on Sunday.

Contenders look too brittle to stop an Indian charge to glory at the Asia Cup

An Indian side that can afford to leave out the likes of Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal should coast to the title.

Abhishek Sharma clobbers 25-30 sixes, sends big warning to UAE ahead of Asia Cup clash

Abhishek Sharma didn’t muscle the ball much but he relied on supreme hand-eye coordination to send deliveries soaring into the orbit.

India vs United Arab Emirates live streaming, Asia Cup 2025: When and where to watch IND vs UAE?

Asia Cup 2025, India vs United Arab Emirates live streaming: The Asia Cup 2025 match between India and UAE will be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Hardik Pandya’s limited edition watch turns heads, valued beyond Asia Cup winner’s purse

India will begin their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against the UAE on September 10.

‘After Fab Four, India needed Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘Angry Young Man’ energy from Virat Kohli, says Sanjay Bangar

The former coach believes that Kohli's assertive style came at a pivotal time for Indian cricket.

We’re talking Gavaskar, Tendulkar, Dravid, Kohli’: Manjrekar leaves Rohit out of India’s greats debate

With 19,700 runs, Rohit is India's fourth-highest run scorer in all formats of international cricket. He has 11,168 runs in ODIs and 4,301 runs in 67 Test matches.

'It was so scary': Shreyas Iyer recalls injury that 'paralysed one leg'; laments 'people see athletes as robots'

Shortly after the 2023 World Cup at home, where India finished as the runners-up, Shreyas Iyer picked a back injury which by his own admission "paralysed" one of his legs.

T20 Word Cup 2026: ICC tournament likely to take place from February 7 to March 8

T20 Word Cup 2026: India will go into the competition as the defending champions, having defeated South Africa in the 2024 final in Barbados.

'That’s the ideal balance': Ex-IND selector ends Samson debate; questions 'what wrong did Sanju do to be sidelined'

Sanju Samson's selection in the playing XI, particularly as an opener, is highly contested ahead of Team India's opening match against the UAE at the Asia Cup 2025.

Highlights | Asia Cup 2025, AFG vs HK: Afghanistan thrash Hong Kong by 94 runs

Highlights | Asia Cup 2025, AFG vs HK: Afghanistan beat Hong Kong by 94 runs in tournament opener.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli 'highly unlikely' to play India A matches; available for Australia ODIs

Both senior cricketers are available for the series, and Rohit Sharma is anticipated to captain the team in Australia.

'Maine toh nahi suna': Suryakumar Yadav stumps reporter with 'kisne bola' query on Asia Cup 'favourites' tag

The Asia Cup will serve as a crucial platform for India to test their combinations and build momentum ahead of the T20 World Cup next year.

No shortage in aggression: Suryakumar Yadav, Salman Ali Agha present their take ahead of India-Pakistan showdown

This will be the first meeting between India and Pakistan post Operation Sindoor, India's retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives.

Suryakumar Yadav maintains suspense over Sanju Samson's spot in playing XI: 'Don’t worry...'

In the last 12 months, when Shubman Gill was engaged in other formats, Sanju Samson tried to make the opening slot his own. He delivered consistently and notched three hundreds in ten T20Is.

'I was at a nightclub': Chris Gayle recalls RCB offer after going unsold; notes 'Easter started from that time'

When the twist of fate called, the Caribbean star was in for a surprise — right in the thick of a nightclub party in his hometown in Jamaica.

Asia Cup 2025: The Sanju Samson debate

To play the victim card isn’t the solution and the less these fans do it the better.

Rohit Sharma's late night visit to Mumbai hospital leave fans puzzled; watch video

The Indian cricket icon or his representatives are yet to officially disclose the reason.

Shreyas Iyer details 'respect' he got at Punjab Kings, makes blunt comparison with KKR: 'This allowed me...'

Shreyas Iyer opened up about what worked for him at Punjab Kings and made blunt comparison with his stint as a leader at Kolkata Knight Riders.

Afghanistan vs Hong Kong live streaming, Asia Cup 2025: When and where to watch AFG vs HK?

Asia Cup 2025, Afghanistan vs Hong Kong live streaming: The two teams meet in the campaign opener in Abu Dhabi.

'Sarfaraz Khan should be in Test side, nothing wrong with his weight': Chris Gayle

Sarfaraz Khan failed to hold on to his spot in the playing XI and remained on the bench for the entire Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

'Gill will find it tough to displace Samson': Ravi Shastri's big 'he should be left alone' message to Team India

Sanju Samson had been opening in India’s recent T20I series against England, South Africa and Bangladesh, while Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal were tied up with Test duties.

Marnus Labuschagne claims hat-trick, gives massive statement to critics amid Ashes crisis

Marnus Labuschagne is ready to open the innings in Tests in order to secure a spot in the forthcoming Ashes, which starts from November 21 in Perth.

Pakistan spinner Mohammad Nawaz puts India on high alert just before Asia Cup 2025, claims hat-trick vs Afghanistan

Mohammad Nawaz tangled his web around the Afghan batsmen in the 142-run chase, as they were bowled out for just 66.

Chris Gayle reopens old wounds: 'Punjab Kings treated me like kid; was disappointed with Anil Kumble'

Chris Gayle represented Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and played 142 matches.

'A wild, explosive chase begins': MS Dhoni’s big-screen teaser with Madhavan sparks frenzy online

The preview sent fans into a frenzy over the action-packed project that will be revealed "soon" because the two also wielded guns.

Shreyas Iyer breaks silence on Asia Cup snub: 'Only frustrating when you deserve to be in the playing XI'

Following the snub, Iyer has been selected to captain India A in an unofficial four-day Test series against Australia A that will take place later this month.

England overtake India in ODI wins by biggest margin, thrash South Africa by 342 runs

England amassed 414 for five in their 50 overs and South Africa in response were bowled out for 72.

Breaks are good as it's a challenge in modern-day cricket to keep year-long fitness: Shardul Thakur

Workload management has been a hotly debated topic of late in Indian cricket circles after lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah played only three Tests in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

South Zone advance to Duleep Trophy final after draw with North Zone

South Zone will take on Central Zone in the summit clash of the tournament here from September 11.

Pakistan to host first T20 tri-series with Afghanistan and Sri Lanka in November

All three teams will play each other twice before the top two will advance to the final at Lahore on Nov. 29.

South Africa spinner Prenelan Subrayen cleared of suspect bowling action by ICC

During South Africa's tour of Australia, the visitors lost the T20I series 1-2 but won the subsequent ODI rubber, with Subrayen picking up a wicket in the first game.

Asia Cup 2025: First nets session raises doubts over Sanju Samson’s playing 11 spot

Judging by the opening nets session, the signs suggest that Jitesh Sharma may already have edged ahead in the race for the wicketkeeper’s slot in the playing XI.

England vs South Africa 3rd ODI Highlights

England vs South Africa 3rd ODI Highlights: Despite losing the three-match affair by 2-1, England relished schadenfreude as they celebrated the biggest margin of victory in the ODIs.

Sunil Chhetri reveals Virat Kohli shared fitness Test scores from London, compares him to Ronaldo

Drawing comparisons between Kohli and Cristiano Ronaldo, Chhetri highlighted how both athletes continue to set benchmarks despite no longer being at their absolute peak.

Afghanistan vs Pakistan Final T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch the AFG vs PAK Tri-Series match?

Afghanistan vs Pakistan Final T20I Live Streaming: It will be interesting to watch Pakistan against the spinners of Afghanistan again.

Ex-India coach recalls day when Shubman Gill made Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni stop and watch in awe

Bangar described Gill’s entry into the nets during preparations for the 2019 ODI World Cup and how he changed the atmosphere shifted completely.

Sourav Ganguly is the best man to lead Bengal Cricket

Sourav Ganguly is no social reformer. Why should he leave it for someone else and walk away? In a democracy, it is his right to contest and win.

BCCI adds Rs 14,627 crore in five years, Rs 4,193 crore in last FY: Report

The rise, recorded after disbursing all dues to state units, has seen the general fund almost double from Rs 3,906 crore in 2019 to Rs 7,988 crore in 2024 as per the figures shared with state associations, says a report in 'Cricbuzz'.

Hardik Pandya reveals how he balanced fatherhood during break ahead of Asia Cup

Pandya revealed how he devoted quality time to his son while also ensuring he stayed in shape for the upcoming challenges.

High-stakes showdown: BCCI says it is following 'government policy' amid India-Pakistan Asia Cup debate

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, speaking to ANI, clarified the board’s position on India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash.

Former Dubai curator reveals what to expect from Asia Cup pitches

Asia Cup: According to Hemming, the dew factor will be crucial during the tournament, particularly in Dubai.

Playing Pakistan in multinational events a necessity for India, not a choice

Playing Pakistan in multi sport events is a necessity to further India’s global ambitions. Sport is soft power and playing Pakistan is an extension of this realisation.