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Rajeev Shukla: “Yash Chopra had called me to get some help” – BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla’s reveals how he played a massive role in Chak De India

Rajeev Shukla

Rajeev Shukla: BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla revealed an interesting story of how he contributed to the Bollywood sports drama film ‘Chak De India’. The movie was produced under the Yash Raj Films banner and released in 2007. Notably, Rajeev Shukla was the manager of the senior Indian men’s cricket team at the time. The late […]

The True Worth of Life: Former India Star’s Candid Opinion on Asia Cup 2025 Clash vs Pakistan

The True Worth of Life: Former India Star’s Candid Opinion on Asia Cup 2025 Clash vs Pakistan

The Asia Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 9 in the United Arab Emirates. Team India will start its campaign on September 10, facing the host nation, UAE, in Dubai. One of the most highly anticipated and controversial—matches, India versus Pakistan, is scheduled for September 14. After the tragic Pahalgam terror attack in […]

AUS vs SA: Matthew Breetzke Smashes 88 in 2nd ODI, Registers a Rare Milestone in ODI Cricket

AUS vs SA: Matthew Breetzke Smashes 88 in 2nd ODI, Registers a Rare Milestone in ODI Cricket

Matthew Breetzke Becomes First Cricketer to Score 50+ in First Four ODI Matches. South African batter Matthew Breetzke achieved a remarkable feat on Friday, August 22, during the second ODI against Australia at The Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay. By scoring a half-century in the first innings, Breetzke became the first cricketer in history to […]

England Unveils Squad for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

England Unveils Squad for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

England have previously claimed the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup titles in 1973, 1993, 2009, and 2017. A 15-member England Women’s squad has been announced for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India, running from September 30 to November 2. This tournament will be the first ICC event for both head coach Charlotte […]

Shardul Thakur Appointed Mumbai Captain Following Ajinkya Rahane’s Resignation

Shardul Thakur Appointed Mumbai Captain Following Ajinkya Rahane’s Resignation

Shardul Thakur has been appointed captain of West Zone for the Duleep Trophy 2025. Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur will also lead Mumbai in the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy season, following Ajinkya Rahane’s decision to step down as captain, according to the Indian Express. On Thursday (August 21), Rahane announced on X (formerly Twitter) that he would […]

Virender Sehwag: “The 1st one who took me out to eat Chinese, Japanese and Thai food” – Virender Sehwag reveals Indian legend’s influence on him

Virender Sehwag

Virender Sehwag: Former India opener Virender Sehwag has opened up about Sachin Tendulkar’s influence in his life during his playing days. The 46-year-old said that the batting maestro taught him a lot about how to lead his life outside the field. He also revealed that Tendulkar introduced him to different food cuisines. Sehwag also said that he […]

“You are talking of back-to-back 7 Tests” – Former India cricketer’s massive take on Jasprit Bumrah’s workload after selection in 2025 Asia Cup squad

Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah: Former India wicket-keeper Deep Dasgupta came up with a suggestion to manage Jasprit Bumrah’s workload after the pacers’ selection in India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad. While it was expected that Bumrah would miss the tournament after the England Tests, he has been included. Deep Dasgupta reckoned that the team would need to have a fair idea of […]

He deserves an explanation’ – Mohammad Kaif slams BCCI over Axar Patel’s Asia Cup 2025 vice-captaincy snub

He deserves an explanation’ – Mohammad Kaif slams BCCI over Axar Patel’s Asia Cup 2025 vice-captaincy snub

Axar Patel served as India’s T20I vice-captain in the recent series against England. However, former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif voiced his support for the all-rounder after he was overlooked for the same role in the Asia Cup 2025 squad. Mohammad Kaif criticized the selectors, saying senior players deserve clarity on such decisions. The Indian squad […]

What’s ahead for The Hundred as it heads into 2026?

What’s ahead for The Hundred as it heads into 2026?

Launched in 2021, The Hundred was the English Cricket Board’s bold experiment to bring franchise cricket to the domestic stage, facing its fair share of critics who questioned both its relevance and format. Breaking away from the traditional county system, the tournament regionalized cricket in England and Wales into eight teams, adopting a model that […]

“Who were India’s best finishers?” – R Ashwin’s massive statement after RCB star’s return to India’s squad for 2025 Asia Cup

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R Ashwin: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his happiness at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma’s inclusion in the Asia Cup 2025 squad. The 2011 ODI World Cup winner feels Sharma’s spot in the 15-man squad is “well-earned”. He also said that the right-hander had essayed a tough role, of being a finisher, very […]