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Rising Asia Cup: Mohsin Naqvi’s trophy handover to Pakistan puts spotlight on India’s missing silverware

Mohsin Naqvi refused to hand over the trophy despite India's request that an Emirates Cricket Board official do the honors.

Virat Kohli's massive T20I record in danger as Babar Azam gets on level terms

The half-century by Babar Azam saw him get on level terms with Virat Kohli for most fifties in T20Is.

Sreesanth reveals 'many Malayalis said I should have hit Harbhajan Singh', explains why he chose not to

In response to persistent inquiries concerning his lack of response, Sreesanth stated that his silence has drawn criticism from Malayali supporters in particular.

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 3 Highlights: SA reach 26-0 at Stumps, lead by 314 runs in Guwahati

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 3 Live Cricket score: The visitors could have enforced the follow-on but decided to bat again and had reached 26/0, lead by 314 runs, by the Stumps were called.

Prithvi Shaw set for massive promotion in Maharashtra as Ruturaj Gaikwad gets India call-up

The fresh development comes at a perfect time for Prithvi Shaw as we head towards the mini auction for IPL 2026.

India squad for South Africa ODIs announced: KL Rahul to lead, Ruturaj Gaikwad makes the cut, Ravindra Jadeja returns

KL Rahul will be leading the unit in the absence of regular skipper Shubman Gill, who misses out due to a neck injury that he sustained while batting in the Kolkata Test.

Who is Senuran Muthusamy? Proteas all-rounder, with roots in Tamil Nadu, smashes first Test hundred in Guwahati

The second Test against India in Guwahati in 2025 has rewritten Senuran Muthusamy’s career narrative.

Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal wedding indefinitely postponed as cricketer's father suffers heart attack

Tuhin Mishra, manager of the cricketer, speaking to PTI confirmed that her father fell sick, which is reported to be a heart attack.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals to move out from Jaipur? Report reveals search for new home underway

The reason behind the big shift in base is reportedly due to the recent controversy involving the franchise and the Rajasthan Cricket Association.

'Bazball, bad judgment, overconfidence': Geoffrey Boycott tears down Ben Stokes post Ashes humiliation in Perth

The show was certainly disappointing and it was clearly felt in England's legendary cricketer Geoffrey Boycott's ruthless assessment.

Australia's thumping win in Ashes opener comes at a heavy over $3 million loss for Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia had reported a loss of $11.3 million at the annual general meeting last month.

WATCH: Matthew Hayden finds joy as Stuart Broad shuts his eyes after yet another Joe Root failure

Stuart Broad's response was that of a man who had been deeply affected by that dismissal.

'He apologised afterwards': When Moeen Ali ridiculed ex-India batter by posting career stats on social media

The England cricketer then made an unexpected gesture. "He apologised afterwards. He said, 'Sorry. I shouldn't have reacted. What I said was wrong.'"

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer injured: Two names in captaincy frame for South Africa ODIs

According to reliable BCCI sources, Gill’s injury isn’t limited to neck spasm and will require extensive rest, prompting the team management to avoid any risk of rushing him back.

Travis Head 'special' in Ashes opener reminds Ravi Shastri of World Cup heartbreak: 'You plunged my country...'

Travis Head's 83-ball 123, including 16 fours and four sixes, was like a hurricane. England were swept away.

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 2 Highlights: IND finish at 9-0, trail by 480 runs at Stumps in Guwahati

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 2 Highlights: South Africa find themselves in the driving seat in Guwahati.

Shortest Ashes Test of 20th century: Australia vs England opener at Perth gets over in 847 balls

Australia and South Africa have played the shortest Test in history that produced a result.

Prithvi Shaw visits Kainchi Dham with rumoured girlfriend Akriti Agarwal, offers prayers to Neem Karoli Baba

Although the cricketer has not publicly confirmed his relationship with Akriti, their social media activities and past public appearances together have fueled relationship speculation among fans.

Travis Head decimates England as Australia wrap Ashes opener inside two days

The outcome gave Australia a crucial 1-0 lead in the five-match series, keeping their perfect record intact in the ongoing cycle of the World Test Championship.

'Both frustrating and disappointing': Former India opener echoes Temba Bavuma's frustration

Temba Bavuma addressing the media in Guwahati had referred to the ongoing Ashes in Australia to express his disappointment.

WATCH: Mitchell Starc plucks one handed stunner off his bowling as Zak Crawley registers pair of ducks in Ashes opener

Mitchell Starc produced one of the greatest Ashes performances earlier on Day 1.

Rishabh Pant - The human story of nothing is impossible

This match could well be about Rishabh Pant. About him making a statement and elevating himself into the echelons of greats who have played the game.

'Vaibhav Suryavanshi master of powerplay, but...': Jitesh Sharma on India A bizarre Super Over call that backfired

Both fans and experts were left stunned with India's decision to not send the 14-year-old — who had displayed breathtaking form throughout the course of the tournament.

Temba Bavuma admits ‘jealousy’ after Ashes thriller — Here’s why

Temba Bavuma, who led Proteas to the World Test Championship title, questioned why South Africa are given so few Test matches despite their impressive results in the traditional format.

AUS vs ENG Ashes 2025 1st Test Day 2 Highlights: Australia beat England by 8 wickets

AUS vs ENG Ashes 2025 1st Test Day 2 Highlights: The outcome gave Australia an important 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 1 Highlights: SA reach 247-6 at Stumps in Guwahati

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Day 1 Highlights: By the time Stumps were called South Africa were three runs short from the 250-mark for the loss of six wickets.

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs SA cricket match online

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Live Streaming: Shubman Gill has been ruled out and Rishabh Pant will be leading the unit in his absence.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi-Priyansh Arya blast fastest 50 but Bangladesh humiliate India's IPL stars in Rising Asia Cup

Jitesh Sharma and Ramandeep Singh walked out to bat in the all important Super Over, which turned out to be a nightmare.

T20 World Cup: India–Pakistan set for February 15 in Colombo; Mumbai-Ahmedabad lined up for semis and final

Colombo would host a semifinal only if Pakistan or Sri Lanka get to the final four of the competition.

South Africa announce ODI and T20I squads for India series

The ODI series will run from November 30 to December 6, and will be followed by the five T20Is from December 9-19.

Delhi High Court quashes Covid-19 drugs case against Gautam Gambhir

The High Court passed the order on a plea challenging the summons issued by a trial court against Gambhir, his wife, mother and the foundation and seeking quashing of the criminal complaint.

Despite his greatness, Joe Root faces more uncomfortable scrutiny in Australia after opening day Ashes duck

On the opening day of the Ashes, Joe Root lasted seven balls before being squared up by a Mitchell Starc delivery that he could only edge to Marnus Labuschagne in the slip cordon.

WATCH: Smriti Mandhana announces engagement in Munna Bhai style, Palash Muchhal proposes inside cricket stadium

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent the couple a lengthy note of congratulations, praising their shared ideals and wishing them a life based on harmony, love, and trust.

'Peak hypocrisy; Double Standard': Perth pitch grabs focus after Kolkata as 19 wickets fall on Ashes Day 1

Former India cricketers were quick to take a dig at the playing conditions, with focus on the pitch after questions were raised about the track in Kolkata.

Kagiso Rabada ruled out of India vs South Africa second Test

Kagiso Rabada will miss the three ODIs and five T20Is matches against India that follow the Test series as he begins a four-week rehabilitation programme.

OPINION | Indian cricket is caught in a web of its own making

The Virat Kohli era prioritised overseas wins and saw the advent of a potent pace pack. Simultaneously, IPL nudged young batsmen to develop a specific set of skills. The outcome is that contemporary batsmen don’t have the skill set to play spinners on a turning track. There are no quick fixes, recovery needs changes at the grassroots