- newSachin Tendulkar praises Sushila Meena’s ‘smooth, effortless’ bowling; Zaheer Khan echoes admiration
Tendulkar shared a video featuring the young girl Sushila Meena delivering a ball with an extraordinary fluid left-arm pace bowling action, reminiscent of Zaheer’s signature style.
- 3 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 2:53pm -
- newWe miss Ashwin, but there is opportunity for youngsters, says Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja’s remarks on Ashwin’s retirement comes days before the India-Australia Boxing Day Test match in Melbourne.
- 5 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:58pm -
- newBorder Gavaskar Trophy: India at the nets prior to fourth test
The Indians sweated for three hours and inside the venue, previous scoreboards were flashed from the current Border-Gavaskar Trophy series
- 5 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:13pm -
- newNew Zealand Cricket delegation in Pakistan to asses security arrangements ahead of ODI tri-series
The New Zealand delegation, including security expert Reg Dickason and New Zealand Players' Association representative Brad Rodden are in Karachi and Lahore to discuss security arrangements and other preparations for the event
- 5 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 12:10pm -
- newAshwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute after his sudden retirement
I remember us talking about why you, R Ashwin, had to do all of this and a lot more to even stay relevant in the scheme of things, wrote Ravichandran Ashwin's wife Prithi Narayanan
- 6 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 11:56am -
- newArrest warrant against cricketer Robin Uthappa for failing to deposit employees’ PF into their accounts
Robin Uthappa issued arrest warrant in a PF cheating case; cricketer currently resides in Dubai
- 6 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 11:48am -
- newMcSweeney 'devastated' after being axed from Australia squad
Yeah, I mean devastated, I get the dream come true and then didn't quite work the way I wanted, says Nathan McSweeney
- 7 hours ago 21 Dec 24, 10:25am -
- newCRICKET | Mukesh Choudhary happy with the faith shown in him by CSK
He finished as the third-highest wicket-taker with 15 in six matches at an economy rate of 8.81, for Maharashtra, in the recently-concluded Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
- 22 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 7:07pm -
- newWhen Indian cricket team under Lala Amarnath played Australia after Gandhi's assassination
Rare photographs and memorabilia from historic cricket tours, including India’s first tour of Australia, displayed at MCG library
- 24 hours ago 20 Dec 24, 5:33pm -
- BCCI SGM to elect Jay Shah, Ashish Shelar's replacement on January 12 in Mumbai
The BCCI constitution states that any post lying vacant should be filled within 45 days by calling a Special General Meeting. The upcoming BCCI SGM will be held within 43 days of the deadline.
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 4:16pm -
- Australian cricket's One-Day Cup renamed after Dean Jones
Dean Jones Trophy renamed in honour of Australian cricket legend known for revolutionising the 50-over game
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 12:07pm -
- We had to hide him, he's his own enemy: MCA dismisses Prithvi Shaw's outburst over Vijay Hazare snub
A senior official of the MCA claimed that the side was at times "forced to hide" him on the field due to his poor fitness, discipline and attitude
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 11:44am -
- Australia squad for final two Tests vs India announced: Abbott replaces injured Hazlewood, Konstas earns maiden call-up
Australian selectors add Abbott, Webster, Richardson to squad for 4th Test; Hazlewood out, Boland in; McSweeney replaced by Konstas
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 11:43am -
- Border Gavaskar Trophy: Can Rohit Sharma brave the ageism scrutiny and help India reach WTC final?
Rohit Sharma’s last Test hundred came against England at Dharamshala in March this year makes his subsequent forays with the bat seem a touch meek
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 11:14am -
- India will be glad to go all square to Melbourne after the great escape
Rohit’s men have time to unwind, train well and firm up strategies ahead of Boxing Day Test
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 10:09am -
- How the Ashwin retirement drama unfolded at Gabba
History tells us there is something about contests involving Australia which forces the greats of the game to mull about life choices
- 1 day ago 20 Dec 24, 10:05am -
- CSK launches ninth edition of Junior Super Kings Inter-school T20 tournament
- 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 5:15am -
- Richa enters the record books as Indian women clinch the T20I series against West Indies
- 2 days ago 20 Dec 24, 12:17am -
- India-Pakistan ICC matches hosted by either country to be played at neutral venues as Champions Trophy deadlock ends
The arrangement will apply to the Champions Trophy 2025 (Pakistan), next year's women's Cricket World Cup in India and the T20 World Cup in 2026 in India and Sri Lanka
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 4:29pm -
- Ashwin has always been a bit of a thorn for our side: Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc praises retired Indian bowler Ashwin for his impressive career and impact on matches against Australia
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 12:06pm -
- Watch: What are R. Ashwin’s plans after retirement?
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:50am -
- Ravichandran Ashwin | Outstanding spinner, capable batter, match winner
The cerebral Ashwin’s record is highlighted by his exceptional strike rate, best among spinners
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:43am -
- Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Australian top-three seriously out of form, says Australian great Ian Healy
Former legendary wicketkeeper Ian Healy advises struggling Australian batters to return to basics ahead of crucial Boxing Day Test against India
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:37am -
- Just-retired Ashwin returns home with ‘zero regrets’; says retirement was instinctive
Ashwin could be seen being escorted out of the Chennai International Airport by local officials as fans took photographs before he left with his family without talking to the waiting media
- 2 days ago 19 Dec 24, 11:27am -
- Bit of surprise: Pat Cummins on Ashwin's decision to retire from international cricket
Ashwin played 106 Tests, taking a staggering 537 wickets, including 37 five-wicket hauls, and scored 3,503 runs
- 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 5:16am -
- Plenty to ponder for the Women in Blue
- 3 days ago 19 Dec 24, 1:00am -
- Nothing came easy for Ashwin: W.V. Raman
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 11:14pm -
- Watch: R. Ashwin’s career highlights
He is India’s second-highest wicket taker in Tests with 537 wickets
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:32pm -
- CRICKET | Salman Nizar finally realising his potential after a decade of underwhelming performances
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:19pm -
- Gavaskar criticises timing of Ashwin's retirement, says he left India one short
He could have said, listen after the end of the series, I won’t be available for selection for India, says Sunil Gavaskar on Ashwin’s retirement.
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 4:15pm -
- With the T20I series on line, India looks to make all-round amends against West Indies
India aims to bounce back against West Indies in Women’s T20I series decider, with Harmanpreet Kaur’s participation uncertain
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 4:14pm -
- Ashwin | A star of many triumphs
R. Ashwin, a cricketing genius with 537 wickets, retires on his own terms, leaving a lasting legacy in the sport
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 3:32pm -
- Border Gavaskar Trophy: It was a little victory for us: Rohit Sharma on India-Australia Test draw at Gabba
Rohit Sharma reflects on third test draw, praises Jadeja, and discusses Shami’s availability in the Indian team
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 3:10pm -
- Ravichandran Ashwin: a match-winner across the board
The 38-year-old retires from the game as the second-highest wicket-taker for India in Tests with 537 scalps in 106 games, placing him only behind the great Anil Kumble (619 wickets) in the overall statistics
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 2:20pm -
- ‘Had a long journey together since 2010’: Rohit Sharma on Ashwin’s retirement
“I somehow convinced him to stay for that pink-ball Test,” said Rohith Sharma
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 1:41pm -
- From one stalwart to another: Virat Kohli pens emotional note after his "buddy" Ashwin's retirement
“Your skill and match-winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none and you will always and always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket”
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 1:25pm -
- Border Gavaskar Trophy: ‘The runs and partnership in the first innings were good signs’: Pat Cummins
R. Ashwin’s retirement overshadows thrilling Test draw as Pat Cummins reflects on Australia’s performance and upcoming matches
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 1:24pm -
- Ravichandran Ashwin retirement reactions: Virat Kohli shares emotional note; ‘Had a long journey together since 2010,’ says Rohit Sharma
Ravichandran Ashwin is the second fastest to take 500 Test wickets, reaching it in 98 matches.
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:41pm -
- Ind vs Aus 3rd Test: India's balcony celebrations at Gabba after avoiding follow-on raise eyebrows
‘That reaction surprised me; all they did was pass the follow-on, they’re still a long way behind in the game,’ says former wicketkeeper Brad Haddin
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:04pm -
- Ravichandran Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket
The spin-master ends his Test career with 537 wickets at an average of 24 in 106 Test matches, the second-highest wicket-taker from India
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 11:31am -
- Ind vs Aus 3rd Test Day 5: Pulsating Gabba Test ends in draw
Crumbling wickets and late runs add drama to rain-affected match
- 3 days ago 18 Dec 24, 6:32am -
- DDCA will be addressing selection problems: Rohan Jaitley
The naming of 84 probables for the Ranji Trophy and a 24-member squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy prompted scrutiny about the ways of the Delhi & District Cricket Association
- 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 2:44am -
- Sometimes success can be worse than failure in sport
- 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:28am -
- Matthews does the star turn as WI draws level
- 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:17am -
- ISL | East Bengal turns the tables on Punjab
- 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:10am -
- Mumbai’s SMAT triumph — the coming together of youth, exuberance and experience
This trophy is important. All the youngsters showcased their talent — it is simply phenomenal. You can see their character both in the dressing room and on the field. They are fearless in their approach and this is the kind of players we need to back, says skipper Shreyas
- 4 days ago 18 Dec 24, 12:04am -
- Mumbai drops Prithvi Shaw for Vijay Hazare Trophy
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 11:06pm -
- Salman Nizar to lead Kerala in Vijay Hazare tournament
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 8:48pm -
- India vs Australia third Test: It’s very good to see lower-order scoring runs, says K.L. Rahul
Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep little partnership and avoiding the follow-on makes a huge difference, says Rahul
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 3:35pm -
- India vs Australia third Test: It was a fighting partnership from Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep, says Daniel Vettori
On Bumrah and Akash’s rearguard action, Vettori said “Any batter on any given day can step up and deliver.”
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 3:27pm -
- Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Australian fastbowler Hazlewood to miss Test series against India with calf injury
Josh Hazlewood made his return to the side for the third Test after missing the Pink Ball Test at Adelaide due to a side strain.
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 2:20pm -
- Rohan Jaitley re-elected as Delhi District Cricket Association president
The 35-year-old Mr. Jaitley, son of former Union Minister late Arun Jaitley, secured 1,577 votes compared to Mr. Azad's 777 in the race to the top position
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 11:56am -
- Ind vs Aus 3rd Test Day 4: Rahul, Jadeja, and tailenders help India save follow-on
Jasprit Bumrah (10) and Akash Deep (27), who showed appreciable gumption, are holding the fort for India
- 4 days ago 17 Dec 24, 6:56am -
- Rohan Jaitley set to be re-elected as DDCA president
While the final results were yet to be declared at the time of going to print, Rohan had 1239 votes in comparison to Azad’s 610 after the counting of 1900 votes had been completed
- 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 5:12am -
- MCA announces ₹80 lakh bonus to victorious Mumbai squad
With two more tournaments remaining in the season, the squad is looking forward to achieving a rare feat in domestic cricket by winning all four senior men’s titles.
- 5 days ago 17 Dec 24, 4:50am -
- Needed: immediate relief for Team India’s nagging ‘Head’ache
The swashbuckling southpaw has hurt his favourite opposition a lot recently, leaving mental scars most importantly in marquee ICC finals; the Indian bowlers need to come up with a strategy to counter him in order to stay alive in the series as he seems unstoppable at the moment
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 11:45pm -
- Prithvi Shaw needs to get his work ethics right, says skipper Shreyas
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 11:35pm -
- IND vs AUS 3rd Test | ‘We have got to take six wickets first’: Mitchell Marsh on follow-on
Asked about the probability of enforcing the follow-on against India in the third Test, Marsh said: “We have got to take six wickets first, we know that we have got to take 20 wickets to try and win this Test and our conversations will be about how do we do that”
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 3:27pm -
- Ind vs Aus 3rd Test: We are going through transition, says Bumrah at Gabba
As India hopes to stay afloat against Australia, Bumrah hopes for a good batting partnership
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 3:04pm -
- Bangladesh beats West Indies by 7 runs in 1st T20
Bangladesh wins first T20 against West Indies with tight seven-run victory, Hasan Mahmud shines in final over
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 1:25pm -
- Broadcaster apologizes for ’primate’ comment about India star bowler Bumrah
Isa Guha called Bumrah the MVP— Most Valuable Primate, for which she apologised later
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 12:09pm -
- Joe Root 2.0 — a perfect symmetry between unorthodoxy and consistency
England’s prolific run-scorer has benefited ever since Stokes and McCullum took over and has shown his willingness to adapt without compromising on his hunger for hundredseven as his illustrious compatriots are struggling for runs due to various factors; if the former captain can succeed in the marquee battles, he might even surpass Tendulkar
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 9:25am -
- Ind vs Aus 3rd Test: India limps to 51 for 4 on rain-interrupted Day 3 as Australia leads by 394 runs
With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, Australia would fancy its chances of moving ahead even if the weather is expected to be whimsical over the next two days
- 5 days ago 16 Dec 24, 8:13am -
- Harmanpreet is doing fine, says Mandhana
Harmanpreet came out to bat and remained unbeaten on 13 but was off the field for most of India’s defence, with Smriti stepping in as captain in her absence.
- 6 days ago 16 Dec 24, 4:35am -
- India Women win first T20I by 49 runs to extend unbeaten run against West Indies
Mandhana's 54 also took her runs tally past 600 runs in the year while she moved to the fourth spot in the list of highest run-scorers in women's T20Is in 2024.
- 6 days ago 16 Dec 24, 1:42am -