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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

R Ashwin

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 […]

‘No Indian player outshone him’ – Former India cricketer urges BCCI to include Shreyas Iyer in Asia Cup 2025 squad

‘No Indian player outshone him’ – Former India cricketer urges BCCI to include Shreyas Iyer in Asia Cup 2025 squad

Renowned cricket commentator Aakash Chopra has praised Shreyas Iyer for his stellar performances in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and IPL 2025, backing him for a spot in India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025. Shreyas Iyer has been in sensational form since the start of the year. In India’s title-winning campaign at the ICC […]

“Pakistan ready to take on India in Asia Cup 2025” – PCB chief selector Aaqib Javed sends a warning to Suryakumar Yadav and team

"Pakistan ready to take on India in Asia Cup 2025" – PCB chief selector Aaqib Javed sends a warning to Suryakumar Yadav and team

India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025 is set for September 14 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Ahead of the tournament, Pakistan Cricket Team’s chief selector Aaqib Javed made a bold claim, expressing confidence that Pakistan can defeat India. On Sunday, August 17, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 17-member squad for […]

“Was really special” – DC all-rounder chooses between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s dismissals in IPL 2025

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli: Delhi Capitals (DC) all-rounder Vipraj Nigam said dismissing Virat Kohli was more satisfying compared to dismissing Rohit Sharma in the 2025 IPL season. Playing his maiden IPL season, the 21-year-old impressed with his leg-spin bowling and lower-order batting. Nigam’s 11 wickets in the season included Kohli and Rohit in matches against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and […]

Asia Cup 2025 Squad: Ajit Agarkar Likely to Make 3 Bold Picks—Unless Gautam Gambhir Intervenes

Asia Cup 2025 Squad: Ajit Agarkar Likely to Make 3 Bold Picks—Unless Gautam Gambhir Intervenes

The countdown is on for India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad announcement, and some bold selection calls are expected. The BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is set to convene in Mumbai on Tuesday to finalize the squad for the continental tournament. While retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have left big shoes […]

“Have him run 10 km every morning…” — Yograj Singh’s straight-talking advice for Rohit Sharma ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027

“Have him run 10 km every morning…” — Yograj Singh’s straight-talking advice for Rohit Sharma ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027

Yograj Singh Wants Rohit Sharma for Five More Years. Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh believes Rohit Sharma has the class and fitness to play until 45 and that India needs him for at least five more years. The veteran batsman is set to lead the Indian team in the three-match ODI series against Australia this […]

“Don’t celebrate too hard” – Brett Lee’s hilarious take on Team India star’s fitness after ENG vs IND 2025 series 

Brett Lee

Brett Lee: Australia’s legendary pacer Brett Lee gave a hilarious fitness warning to Team India star Ravindra Jadeja following the side’s recently concluded five-match away Test series against England. He opined that the only way the veteran all-rounder could get injured is while performing his iconic sword-wielding celebration. Lee suggested that Jadeja could potentially injure […]

Steve Smith issues stern warning to England: “Our wickets have been tricky” ahead of Ashes 2025-26

Steve Smith issues stern warning to England: “Our wickets have been tricky” ahead of Ashes 2025-26

Veteran Australian batsman Steve Smith has issued a warning to England ahead of The Ashes 2025-26, saying batting on Australian pitches will be a tough challenge for Ben Stokes’ side. Steve Smith highlighted Australia’s experienced and successful bowling attack as a key threat. The highly anticipated series, starting in November, will also serve as the […]

After Rishabh Pant’s toe fracture, BCCI introduces ‘serious injury replacement’ rule in 2025-26 domestic season: Reports

Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly amended their playing conditions to allow injury replacements in multi-day tournaments for the 2025-26 domestic season. A Cricbuzz report, however, said that the rule would not apply to Vijay Hazare Trophy (50-over domestic tournament) and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20 domestic tournament) matches. Rishabh […]