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Rohit Sharma rises to second in ICC ODI batting rankings amid retirement speculation

Rohit Sharma rises to second in ICC ODI batting rankings amid retirement speculation

Rohit Sharma last appeared in an ODI in March 2025. Despite not playing any competitive cricket since IPL 2025, the India captain has climbed to the second spot in the ICC ODI rankings, as per the updated list released on August 13, 2025. Rohit Sharma most recent outing for India was in the ICC Champions […]

Sourav Ganguly believes Abhimanyu Easwaran should target the No. 3 batting position, saying age is definitely on the Bengal batter’s side.

Sourav Ganguly believes Abhimanyu Easwaran should target the No. 3 batting position, saying age is definitely on the Bengal batter’s side.

Since Abhimanyu Easwaran received his first Test call-up for India in 2022, 15 players have made their international debut. As the team undergoes a transition in the longest format, India’s five-match Test series against England may well mark the beginning of a new chapter in Indian cricket. During the month-and-a-half tour, nearly every player who […]

Mohammad Azharuddin Criticizes Jasprit Bumrah Over Workload Management Controversy: “You Can’t Pick and Choose”

Mohammad Azharuddin Criticizes Jasprit Bumrah Over Workload Management Controversy: "You Can't Pick and Choose"

Jasprit Bumrah featured in only three Tests during the England tour, taking a total of 14 wickets. Former Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin spoke candidly about managing Bumrah’s workload, urging India’s cricket authorities to adopt a more pragmatic approach given the team’s rapidly dwindling resources. Azharuddin emphasized that Bumrah’s presence is vital and must be ensured […]

“Can he sustain that for a period of 10 or 12 years?”- Indian legend makes big statement about Jasprit Bumrah after ENG vs IND 2025 Tests

Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah: Former India captain and pace bowling legend Kapil Dev has questioned whether Jasprit Bumrah can play another 10-12 years of cricket with his bowling action. The 1983 World Cup-winning captain opined that since batters did not face bowlers like Bumrah in the nets, they found it harder to play him in a match. Jasprit Bumrah: He also […]

“This was the first year I played only 9 games” – R Ashwin loses cool while opening up about IPL 2025 amid trade rumors [Watch]

R Ashwin

R Ashwin: Legendary spinner Ravichandran Ashwin visibly got angry while opening up about his IPL 2025 season with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) amid question marks over his future at the Chennai-based franchise. The all-rounder pointed out that this was the first year in the T20 league where he played fewer games after nearly 15 years […]

“You miss, I hit…” – Akash Deep finally speaks out about his confrontation with Ben Duckett in The Oval Test

“You miss, I hit…” – Akash Deep finally speaks out about his confrontation with Ben Duckett in The Oval Test

Indian pacer Akash Deep spoke about his interaction with England opener Ben Duckett after dismissing him in the first innings of The Oval Test. The thrilling fifth Test between England and India saw Shubman Gill’s side clinch a narrow six-run victory on the final day. On day two, Akash Deep provided the visitors with their […]

Top 5 Highest T20I Team Scores by South Africa

Top 5 Highest T20I Team Scores by South Africa

Discover South Africa’s top 5 highest team scores in T20 International cricket, showcasing their explosive batting prowess. These record-breaking totals highlight key matches where South Africa dominated the opposition with powerful hitting and strategic gameplay. Explore how the team’s strong lineup consistently set challenging targets, making them one of the most formidable sides in T20I […]

“There should be a batter like him” – Dinesh Lad’s huge statement on discarded Team India batter post ENG vs IND 2025 Tests

Dinesh Lad

Dinesh Lad: Veteran India batter Rohit Sharma’s childhood coach, Dinesh Lad, recently made a candid statement about sidelined cricketer Prithvi Shaw. Speaking on a YouTube podcast with Gaurav Manglani, released on Saturday, August 9, Lad acknowledged Shaw’s immense talent but lamented how he has unfortunately derailed his own career. Dinesh Lad: Lad further stressed that the team still […]

New Zealand crush Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs, achieving their largest-ever Test cricket victory.

New Zealand crush Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs, achieving their largest-ever Test cricket victory.

New Zealand completed a dominant 2-0 whitewash over Zimbabwe in the two-match Test series. In the second and final Test at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Cricket delivered a stunning performance, winning by an innings and 359 runs — their biggest victory margin in Test cricket history. With injured captain Tom Latham sidelined, Mitchell Santner led […]

“Even someone like Rahul Dravid was let go by RCB”- Former India captain reacts to rumors of R Ashwin and CSK parting ways

Rahul Dravid

Rahul Dravid: Former India captain Krish Srikkanth responded to rumors about Ravichandran Ashwin and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) parting ways, ahead of IPL 2026 auction. The former India opener believed that this is the nature of franchise cricket, where players are let go by teams when they don’t deliver results. He cited the example of Rahul […]