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Mukesh Kumar makes cryptic 'karma' post days before 1st Test
Mukesh Kumar has posted a cryptic story on his official Instagram profile days before India's first Test against England.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 10:34 PM IST
Pant's response to Ahmedabad plane crash question will leave you teary-eyed
India's new Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant revealed that the entire country was ‘saddened’ by the Air India tragedy.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 09:20 PM IST
‘Rohit knows England is tough’: Boycott's cold shot at ex-India captain
Geoffrey Boycott believes India won't miss Rohit Sharma as much as they will Virat Kohli in the upcoming five-Test series against England.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 09:02 PM IST
No Bethell, Woakes returns from injury as England name XI for 1st Test vs India
England have announced their playing XI for the first Test against India, which begins June 20 at Headingley.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 07:43 PM IST
‘I don’t find D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi scary yet': Caruana backs Carlsen claim
American GM Fabiano Caruana supported Magnus Carlsen's claim in his analysis of the likes of D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 07:40 PM IST
Pant accuses T Dilip of favouritism; lots of sledging in India practice session
The Indian team at first resembled a bunch of cricketers playing gully cricket, before seriousness kicked in.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 09:23 PM IST
Gill to bat at no.4 in Headingley, Pant at 5; but where does that leave Nair?
Shubman Gill has been confirmed to succeed Virat Kohli at no.4 in India's Test XI, with vice-captain Rishabh Pant retaining his no.5 spot.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 06:54 PM IST
Suryakumar Yadav flies to England: ‘With no T20 cricket before Aug-Sept, he…’
India's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has flown to England, but its not for the upcoming Test series.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 10:38 PM IST
'Every dog has its day': Jaiswal dragged into humbling jab by Australia great
Yashasvi Jaiswal's verbal exchange with Starc went viral during the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and months later, Gilchrist has reacted to it.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 06:12 PM IST
Sachin Tendulkar announces new 'partnership'; Master Blaster ‘looking forward…’
In a massive move, Sachin Tendulkar has agreed to a new partnership with a world-famous social media platform.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 05:40 PM IST
Shastri met India player he once axed from team, told him 'make your way in'
Former India coach Ravi Shastri met one of his ex-players during the IPL, urging him to 'break the door down'
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 05:27 PM IST
‘Burnt house by standing for one person’: Yograj's fury over Dhoni-era decisions
Yograj Singh has launched a scathing attack on the unceremonious exits of some of India's star cricketers in the past.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 06:19 PM IST
‘I think what India will miss about Virat Kohli will be…’: Ben Stokes
Virat Kohli announced his Test retirement during the IPL 2025 season, ruling himself out of the India vs England series.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 04:42 PM IST
'Virat Kohli would've scored another century, but not with same lofty standards'
Team India’s upcoming series against England will be their first outing in Tests since Virat Kohli announced his retirement from the format.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 04:06 PM IST
BCCI suffer massive setback as court dismisses petition against Kochi Tuskers
A single judge (Justice R.I. Chagla) presided on the BCCI vs Kochi Cricket Private Limited and others case, and dismissed the Indian cricket body’s challenge.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 03:48 PM IST
Yashasvi Jaiswal summoned Shami, Siraj; forced Rahul Dravid to say 'WOW'
The former India coach Rahul Dravid narrated a fascinating tale about Yashasvi Jaiswal that left a lasting impression.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 04:13 PM IST
She'll be the boss: Alcaraz reveals special US Open request to Emma Raducanu
The star-studded US Open mixed doubles line-up also includes the world No. 1s Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and former champions Djokovic and Iga Swiatek.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 03:00 PM IST
Rahul told to grab the opportunity to emerge from Kohli and Rohit's shadows
KL Rahul has a decent Test record in English conditions, having scored 614 runs in 9 matches at an average of 34.11.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 01:59 PM IST
McCullum's Leeds ploy revealed; ENG 'just want to hit through the line' vs India
The last time India played at the venue was in 2021, when they suffered an innings defeat
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 02:03 PM IST
Out-of-favour India pacer eyes comeback after 2 years into Gill-Gambhir's set-up
The right-arm pacer is still hopeful of making a comeback into the Indian team and ready to play competitive cricket to stake a claim for his place.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 12:15 PM IST
Mathews spoils Shanto-Rahim record bid by 3 runs in Galle thriller
Najmul Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim's fourth-wicket stand saw Bangladesh revive from 45 for three to 309 for three against Sri Lanka in Galle
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 02:08 PM IST
ABD unmasks flaws in WTC format days after South Africa's historic triumph
AB de Villiers admitted that the WTC format needs to be tweaked, suggesting that some improvements have already been made in the next cycle.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 10:31 AM IST
Gill told to unleash Bumrah on Joe Root, but that won't be ‘defining moment’
Jasprit Bumrah vs Joe Root will be the key battle, but won't be the 'defining moment' in the series
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 10:05 AM IST
Maxwell's mayhem in US, starts off 11 in 15 finishes 106 off 49 with 13 sixes
Glenn Maxwell shifted into top gear after starting off with 11 in 15 balls and then blasting 89 runs off just 37 balls to reach his century.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 09:05 AM IST
'Le le plate. Nahi chahiye biryani': Shastri, Arun 'drop a gem' on Shami
Mohammed Shami picked up a five-wicket haul as India had secured their second win in history at the Wanderers Stadium
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 11:56 AM IST
Ex-BCCI chief selector throws new name to fill in big shoes of Kohli at no. 4
Karim suggested that the right-handed batter has the right technique to fill Kohli's big shoes, and he has proven his batting credentials in English conditions.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 08:02 AM IST
Shubman Gill's chink in armour 'brutally' exposed ahead of 1st Test vs England
Shubman Gill's record in England is particularly concerning—having played three Tests, he has managed only 88 runs at a disappointing average of 14.66.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 07:42 AM IST
Shastri settles 'tough' Shardul Thakur vs Nitish Reddy debate for 1st ENG Test
For the bowling combination in the Leeds opener against England, Ravi Shastri said he would go with three pacers considering the conditions.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 08:28 AM IST
Swann labelled 'arrogant' by fans for calling IND vs ENG ‘warm-up for Ashes’
Graeme Swann faced flak from both, Indian and English fans after labelling the upcoming India-England Test series as a “warm-up” for the Ashes.
Published on Jun 18, 2025 06:03 AM IST
Harshit Rana pips Anshul Kamboj to earn last-minute India squad selection
Harshit Rana has been officially added to the squad and has travelled to Leeds with the Indian team.
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 09:07 AM IST