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The players approached him over their expulsion from the state's T20 team, according to the lawsuit.

India vs South Africa 2nd T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs SA cricket match online

India vs South Africa 2nd T20I Live Streaming: The India vs South Africa 2nd T20I match will be played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium.

Hardik Pandya’s bold claim after comeback in Cuttack: ‘The crowd came to watch me bat’

Everyone was looking forward to Hardik's fitness and injury-free return to action with the T20 World Cup just a few months away, and he did not let the fans down on Tuesday night.

RCB’s IPL 2026 auction strategy: Top players they are likely to target

The top target is Venkatesh Iyer, who was released by KKR. He has left-handed power, can bat third or fourth, and bowls at a respectable pace.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli at No. 1 and 2 spot in latest ICC rankings amid questions over future

Rohit Sharma, who blasted 75 off 73 balls and amassed 146 runs across the series, is eight rating points ahead of Virat Kohli, who currently has 773.

'She's been nothing but the best': Hardik Pandya's 'special mention' for Mahieka Sharma after bashing paparazzi

Hardik Pandya took a moment after the game to thank his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, highlighting her qualities that has helped him.

'FIFA World Cup is 6 months away': Ravi Shastri’s mix-up during IND-SA T20I lights up social media

At least twice at the toss of the match, former India coach Ravi Shastri stated that the T20 World Cup is six months away.

ILT20 Drama: Nicholas Pooran refuses to stump batter, who then retires out himself – WATCH

The ILT20 clash between Desert Vipers and MI Emirates featured a declined stumping and a retired out off consecutive balls involving Nicholas Pooran and Max Holden.

How Virat Kohli showed his enduring value as an ODI star in 2025

Virat Kohli has opened up the possibility of being part of India’s World Cup campaign in 2027.

Ex-IND star brutally roasts PAK's Sahibzada Farhan: 'Not easy to hit Bumrah for 6, some people make documentary on it'

Jasprit Bumrah recorded yet another feat as he became the first Indian to register 100 wickets in all three formats of the game.

Suryakumar Yadav’s batting woes raise alarm before T20 World Cup

Suryakumar Yadav has nine more games to rediscover his form before the World Cup defence begins at home.

India vs South Africa, 1st T20I: Hardik Pandya’s brilliance lights up Cuttack

Two things stood out about Hardik in Cuttack. First, there was no rustiness. He was playing international cricket after two months and yet it was just like a very natural thing to do. He batted, bowled and fielded without any discomfort and that’s testimony to a very good rehab.

BCCI updates IPL 2026 auction list; 9 players added after local/overseas mix-up

The board had released a list of 350 players who had been selected from over 1300 registrations earlier in the day. A few hours later, the BCCI published an updated list with nine more names, bringing the total to 359.

Hardik Pandya enters India’s six-hitting Hall of Fame, Gautam Gambhir’s reaction steals the show

Both captain Suryakumar and head coach Gautam Gambhir gave him a standing ovation from the dugout after Pandya reached his half-century, acknowledging his exceptional performance.

IND vs SA: Hardik Pandya's fifty powers India to 101-run win over South Africa in first T20I

IND vs SA: Returning to international cricket after recovering from quadricep injury, Pandya smashed six fours and four maximums to lift to 175 for six.

Jasprit Bumrah scripts history, becomes first Indian with 100 wickets in all 3 formats

Jasprit Bumrah,​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ who was rested for the ODI series, returned to the field and made a huge impact of his comeback.

'Drank for 24 hours, should've died’: Ex-teammate of Sachin Tendulkar who is also ex-IND selector opens up on dark phase

The lanky fast bowler made his Test debut in 1989 against Pakistan in Karachi — the same match in which Tendulkar first played for India.

As a player, you cannot move forward without passion and fire: Sachin Tendulkar

Recalling his early days, Tendulkar said he was not only madly in love with cricket but he was also ready to do what it took, at times, even spending 12 hours training everyday for close to two months during summer holidays.

Smriti Mandhana to resume India duties post personal setback, BCCI announces squad for India Women next T20I series

This will be the first time the Indian women's team will engage in any international matches post their historic triumph in the recently-concluded World Cup.

‘Why can’t he play?’: Sourav Ganguly questions Mohammed Shami’s absence from India squad amid red-hot form

Since he had ankle surgery after the 2023 World Cup, Shami's future with India has been questionable. Even after he recovered, Shami was unable to establish himself in the team due to a string of injuries.

IPL 2026 auction: Prithvi Shaw to Mayank Agarwal - India stars with base price below Rs 1 crore

IPL 2026 auction: We take a look at seven capped India stars heading into the auction with a base price of less than Rs 1 crore...

Highlights | IND vs SA 1st T20I Cricket Scorecard: India beat South Africa by 101 runs

Highlights | IND vs SA 1st T20I Cricket Scorecard: India beat South Africa in the series opener at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack by 101 runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin's cryptic Sunny Leone post creates buzz around uncapped all-rounder before IPL auction

A total of 350 cricketers, including 240 Indians, will go under the hammer at the IPL auction to take place in Abu Dhabi on December 16.

'Cheap sensationalism': Hardik Pandya slams paparazzi for 'crossing line' over photos of girlfriend Mahieka Sharma

Hardik Pandya issued a statement on Instagram, slamming paparazzi over photos of his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma.

How Smriti Mandhana deals with setbacks? Old interview resurfaces post wedding controversy

Amidst the recent turn of events involving Smriti Mandhana's personal life, an old interview of the cricketer where she speaks about overcoming adversity has resurfaced.

'He thinks what he says is right but...': Afridi ridicules Gambhir; supports Kohli-Rohit for World Cup

Shahid Afridi was also ecstatic about Rohit Sharma breaking his record for most sixes in ODI cricket.

'I get bored': Wasim Akram launches veiled attack on IPL, claims 'everybody overseas say PSL definitely No. 1'

Wasim Akram compared the PSL's short, fast-paced format, which usually lasts just over a month, with the IPL's two-plus-month schedule.

IPL 2026 auction: List trimmed to 350 players out of total 1390; 40 register under Rs 2 crore base price

IPL 2026 auction: A total of 1390 players had registered for the auction, from which 350 were shortlisted.

India probable XI vs South Africa, 1st T20I: One pacer plus Hardik Pandya, Jitesh Sharma over Sanju Samson

India probable XI vs South Africa, 1st T20I: It is important to note that India have lost their previous two T20Is against South Africa at the Barabati Stadium, the venue of the match.

Virat Kohli to sell One8 to Agilitas, invest Rs 40 crore to pick up stake

Moneycontrol was first to report that Virat Kohli was set to invest Rs 40 crore in Agilitas, as part of a larger round, in June.

Smriti Mandhana trains hard one day after confirming wedding cancellation; brother shares update

Smriti Mandhana, who was crucial to India's victory in the Women's World Cup 2025, will make her competitive comeback on December 21–30 at home in a 5-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.

IND vs SA: Shubman Gill confirms he's feeling 'much better' after his neck injury rehab at CoE

India's Test and ODI captain had injured his neck while playing a sweep shot in the first Test against South Africa last month.

Boycott slams England for ‘horror show’, rips into Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum’s Ashes blueprint

Boycott stated in a column for The Telegraph that although this Australian team "was there to be beaten," England's field, ball, and bat performance was so bad that "after just six days of Ashes cricket, England need a miracle."

‘Stay connected to your roots’: Suryakumar Yadav’s message to youngsters on power of domestic cricket

Speaking in Cuttack prior to the first T20I against South Africa, SKY claimed that players are being forced to return to their roots due to the shortened international schedule.

India fined for slow over-rate in second ODI against South Africa

KL Rahul pleaded guilty to the offence and accepted the proposed sanction, so there was no need for a formal hearing.

'He deserved that spot': Suryakumar Yadav on why Shubman Gill replaced Sanju Samson as opener in T20I setup

Suryakumar Yadav addressed the big question of why Shubman Gill replaced Sanju Samson as an opener in the shortest format of the side.

Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya return as India begin official T20I WC build-up vs South Africa

Gill's return comes after he missed almost a month of cricket owing to a neck spasm suffered while attempting a slog sweep during the opening Test against the Proteas.

Brendon McCullum blames England’s Ashes woes on overtraining, prescribes ‘beach time’ reset

Since winning the series in 2010–11, England has not won an Ashes Test in Australia. Ben Stokes, the captain, and head coach McCullum are committed to fixing that.

With 2027 World Cup in sight, Ex-IND selector warns Gambhir and Co. against chopping and changing batting order

India is still searching for their ideal lineup in the early phases of the 2027 ODI World Cup, and the possibility of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma is still very much alive.

'IPL is the best league in the world': Sunil Gavaskar issues stern message to foreign players

Josh Inglis, an Australian batsman and wicketkeeper, is currently in the headlines due to his restricted/limited availability.

BCCI denies intervention, confirms Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma opted for Vijay Hazare on their own

The new season started with question marks over Rohit and Kohli’s international future. By dint of their performances, they are now owning their destiny again.

Venkatesh Prasad elected KSCA president, Sujith Somasundar is new vice-president

In the polls, Prasad, a former vice-president of the association, went ahead of veteran sports administrator KN Shanth Kumar 749-558 as a total of 1307 members voted.

India vs South Africa 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs SA cricket match online

India vs South Africa 1st T20I Live Streaming: The India vs South Africa 1st T20I match will be played at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack.

You have to treat Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli differently, give them space: Sanjay Bangar

Since ODI is the least played format, Bangar knows that often it might take a couple of games to get into the groove but they have earned that time with their achievements for the national team.

WATCH: Tensions boil over as Steve Smith and Jofra Archer exchange heated words at the Gabba

The duo of Steve Smith and Jofra Archer got involved in a heated verbal spat and neither one of them was ready to back down.

Chinnaswamy Stadium will continue hosting IPL matches, confirms Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

DK Shivakumar added that the KSCA will operate the stadium within the framework of the law, with proper crowd management measures in place.

Steve Smith's brilliance propels Australia to a victory in the 2nd Test and a 2-0 Ashes lead

Jofra Archer was bowling around 150 kph (93 mph) under the lights and it only fired up Steve Smith.

Virat Kohli, Washington Sundar offer prayers at Simhachalam temple in Vizag

Temple officials received Kohli and his family and escorted them for darshan. They first took part in the traditional Kappasthambham Alinganam (embracing the sacred pillar) ritual before proceeding to the deity’s darshan.

From World Cup magic to wedding chaos: The Smriti Mandhana–Palash Muchhal timeline unfolded

Indian women cricketer Smriti Mandhana calls off wedding with Palash Muchhal.

Rohit Sharma's report card of 2025: The Quiet exit, the loud comeback and the road ahead

Rohit Sharma will return to international cricket in January 2026, when India face New Zealand in a three-match ODI series. Before that, Rohit is expected to play for Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.