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Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Comeback After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Spell

Nitish Rana moved to Uttar Pradesh in 2023, and after a disastrous season, he is likely to return to Delhi. Rana had an underwhelming IPL 2025 with the Rajasthan Royals, who bought the southpaw for a whopping Rs 4.20 crore in the IPL auction.

Harshit Rana: Indian Pacer Released Before Second England Test as Squad Shifts to Birmingham

India's Harshit Rana has been released from the Test squad before the second match against England. This decision follows after India's loss at Headingley, despite their impressive 835 runs and five centuries. England's remarkable chase of 371, led by Ben Duckett's 149, secured a five-wicket victory. India aims to level the series in the upcoming Edgbaston Test on July 2.

Black Caps Set for Blockbuster Home Summer Against Cricket Giants

The South Africa leg will see double-headers involving both the men's and women's teams

Gambhir Backs India's Tailenders After Headingley Collapse, Cites Dropped Catches as Key Factor

India's head coach also reiterated that despite the loss, Jasprit Bumrah would play just two more Tests as per a pre-series plan

Stokes Praises Duckett and Crawley's Explosive Start in England's Record Chase

While Ben Duckett hit the headlines for his 149, the England skipper was also full of praise for Zak Crawley's 65 as the openers set up England's tall run chase

Mirabai Chanu: Relentless Training and Weight Concerns Dominate Life, Even During Family Time

Mirabai Chanu, India's celebrated weightlifter, reveals the constant mental pressure of training and weight management, even during family time. Fresh from a post-Asian Games rest, she's now focused on the Commonwealth Championships, a qualifier for the Commonwealth Games. The dedication demands sacrifices, including resisting junk food cravings like pizza, to maintain her 50kg weight and ensure peak performance.

Sachin Tendulkar: 1983 World Cup Victory Sparked My Cricket Dream

On June 25, 1983, Kapil Dev's India achieved an improbable victory against the West Indies, securing their first ICC World Cup. This historic win at Lord's dramatically altered India's cricketing trajectory, inspiring a generation, including a young Sachin Tendulkar. The veteran shared a touching account of the same on his X handle.

Wimbledon 2025: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Fritz & Anisimova Advance to Semifinals

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka booked their spots in the final four as Taylor Fritz defeated Karen Khachanov to reach his first Wimbledon semi-final. Amanda Anisimova also secured her spot in the semi-finals after beating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. Anisimova will now face Sabalenka in the next round.

Injury Ends Dimitrov's Dominant Wimbledon Run Against Sinner

Grigor Dimitrov was on the verge of causing a massive upset against World No. 1 Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon when fate struck cruelly again. Leading by two sets and in vintage form, the 34-year-old collapsed mid-match with a pectoral injury — for his fifth Grand Slam retirement in a row.

Wimbledon 2025: Bhambri and Galloway's Doubles Run Ends in Tiebreak Heartbreak

Despite Robert Galloway's fractured finger, he and Yuki Bhambri battled in the Wimbledon men's doubles, ultimately losing to Granollers and Zeballos in a close match. Bhambri's Wimbledon exit marks the end of the Indian challenge. Bhambri will now partner with Michael Venus, a longtime friend, with whom he aims for a long-term partnership.

McCullum Urges Lord's Groundsmen for 'Spicy' Pitch After England's Edgbaston Loss to India

Following a heavy defeat in the second Test, England coach Brendon McCullum has requested a faster, bouncier pitch for the upcoming Lord's Test. This comes after both McCullum and captain Ben Stokes acknowledged misreading the Edgbaston pitch, describing it as a "subcontinent-type" surface that favored India's bowlers.

Vaughan Defiant: Sticks to 3-1 England Series Prediction Despite India's Edgbaston Triumph

Despite India's commanding 336-run victory at Edgbaston, levelling the five-match series 1-1, Michael Vaughan maintains his pre-series prediction of a 3-1 win for England. Vaughan criticised England's regression and reliance on fortune, while Stuart Broad highlighted the threat of India's bowling attack, urging England to reassess before the Lord's Test.

Australia's Cummins Lauds Strong Start to World Test Championship Campaign

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy conceded that the pitches in the Caribbean need a change if they are to produce better batters in Test cricket

Sanjog Gupta Named New ICC Chief Executive Officer, Set to Take Helm in July 2025

Set to take charge on July 7, Sanjog Gupta will become the seventh CEO in ICC history

English Fan's Viral Serenade Honors Akash Deep After Edgbaston Triumph

Akash Deep's remarkable 10-wicket haul in the Edgbaston Test has propelled him into the limelight, earning him accolades from across the cricketing world. An English fan's song celebrating Akash Deep's performance has gone viral. Sachin Tendulkar lauded him as the 'standout bowler,' highlighting his delivery to dismiss Joe Root as the 'ball of the series.

Broad Sounds Alarm: India's "Dangerous" Bowling Attack a Major Threat to England at Lord's

India secured a massive win against England, leveling the series 1-1. The third Test shifts to Lord's. Stuart Broad highlights India's potent bowling attack, especially with Jasprit Bumrah's return. Shubman Gill's team is confident after their Edgbaston triumph. England focuses on strengthening their pace options. All eyes are on how England will counter India's revitalized pace attack.

IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Rishabh Pant's Composed Reply Silences Harry Brook's Sledging

During the Edgbaston Test, England's Harry Brook attempted to unsettle Rishabh Pant with playful sledging, questioning his fastest century. Pant, unfazed, responded calmly, focusing on his game. He then scored a crucial 65 off 58 balls, contributing to a significant partnership with Shubman Gill, who made 161.

Green Optimistic After No.3 Fifty: Eyes Enhanced Batting Performance for Australia

Australia's newest No.3 put on a defiant batting show on Day 3 in Grenada, scoring 51 off 123 balls

Akash Deep's Stump-Targeting Strategy Lauded by Broad in India vs. England Test

Stuart Broad lauded Akash Deep's effectiveness on a challenging Edgbaston pitch, highlighting his ability to target the stumps and generate movement, even with the older ball. Broad emphasized Deep's strategic use of the crease to deceive batsmen, exemplified by Root's dismissal, and advised India to utilize him wisely with the new ball.

Smith's Century Fuels England's Fightback Against India, Barmy Army Drowns Out Bharat Army in Edgbaston Test

Jamie Smith's explosive batting display at Edgbaston ignited the Barmy Army, overshadowing the Bharat Army's chants. Smith's counter-attacking century fueled England's fightback, prompting improvised songs and spirited exchanges between the rival fan groups. The Barmy Army's rediscovered voice echoed through the Eric Hollies stand, celebrating Smith's crucial innings and England's resurgence.