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Hardik Pandya wanted Gujarat Titans return but captaincy demand killed blockbuster IPL trade move: Report

A return to Gujarat would have reunited Hardik with familiar faces, including Nehra and Gill, who played under him during the franchise's first two seasons.

Shoaib Akhtar sounds alarm for Babar Azam’s Pakistan before England Test series: ‘Very difficult for them to handle’

Shoaib Akhtar feels England are unlikely to give Pakistan the same opportunities they received against the West Indies.

Abishek Porel case: HC hearing deferred to September 14 as state seeks time, co-accused friend yet to be arrested

Abishek Porel was arrested on Monday night in connection with the complaint filed by the medical student.

CSK's comeback factory adds Sarfaraz Khan: The players who revived international careers after turning up in yellow

Sarfaraz Khan's India recall extends CSK's long history of reviving careers, from Raina and Nehra to Rayudu, Dube, Rahane and Brevis.

Sarfaraz Khan urged to ‘forget the past’ after India exile ends: ‘All those rumours raised several questions’

Sarfaraz Khan has been urged to forget the past and focus on doing well for the Indian team post his selection for Sri Lanka Tests.

Sabalenka Stunned Ahead of US Open, Knocked Out of Canada Open

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka suffered a major setback ahead of the US Open, crashing out of the Canada Open in the pre-quarterfinals. The Belarusian star was beaten by 16th-seeded Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, 4-6 in the women’s singles third round.

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Rocky Flintoff, son of Andrew Flintoff, steps out of father's shadow with sensational maiden senior hundred

Lancashire's Rocky Flintoff scored 123 runs off 76 balls, marking his first senior century.

India vs Afghanistan T20I series dates confirmed; Direct clash leaves Bangladesh tour facing near-certain cancellation

Afghanistan confirmed three T20Is against India in Delhi from September 13, leaving the proposed Bangladesh tour facing cancellation due to direct date clash.

ODI WC format row: Tournament no longer the growth engine for ICC

Cricket’s Associate nations are disappointed with the ODI World Cup format change, criticizing ICC for lack of consultation amid T20 growth focus.

Shaheen Afridi breaks silence on reports of Babar Azam replacing him as ODI captain: ‘For now, I’m the…'

Shaheen Shah Afridi finally issues a reaction on Babar Azam potentially replacing him as the ODI captain.

Former Australian international named Portugal captain for 2028 T20 World Cup qualification campaign

Former Australian international Moises Henriques will captain Portugal in Finland as they launch their 2028 T20 World Cup qualification campaign this month.

Shubman Gill nudged to pick ‘nasty’ Gurnoor Brar for Sri Lanka Tests: ‘Brings that X-factor’

Gautam Gambhir and Shubman Gill were reminded of the Gurnoor Brar ‘X-factor’ ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka.

Second coming: Can Padikkal bring some order to the middle?

The Sri Lanka tour is crucial for India to find middle-order stability that will be vital against tougher opponents

South Africa's rise in international cricket down to SA20 and sold-out stadiums: ‘Players have insecurities like…’

Chris Morris feels the rapid rise of the SA20 has contributed to South Africa becoming a force in international cricket.

Gautam Gambhir urged to give ‘freedom’ to Rishabh Pant: ‘Word responsibility is a complicated word’

Rishabh Pant has been advised to play his natural game, as only then will his best come out.

Finn Allen, Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller newest additions to ILT20; Marcus Stoinis also returns

Finn Allen, David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen are the latest additions to the ILT20.

Rape, marriage promise broken, issuing threats, leaking pics: Allegations against IPL cricketer

Abishek Porel was arrested in West Bengal's Hooghly district on Tuesday, months after a medical student accused him of rape.

BCCI called out for 'taking injuries lightly' after VVS Laxman admits to Sports Science hiring nightmare: 'Surprised'

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif feels not much is being done about the rising injuries.

Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel arrested over rape allegation, woman claims he promised to marry her

A case has been registered against Abishek Porel under multiple sections of the BNS and IT Act, including Sections 69, 311, 318, 66 and 72.

India’s injury crisis sparks Virat Kohli- Ravi Shastri era reminder as ex-IND cricketer demands stricter fitness tests

He pointed to the Virat Kohli-Ravi Shastri era as an example of a time when players were held to higher physical standards.

Virat Kohli’s intensity has a ripple effect on India teammates, reveals ex-India coach

T Dilip has highlighted Kohli’s relentless intensity on the field, saying the veteran batter continues to maintain the same standards.

Shubman Gill takes special steps in Galle nets as India prepare for a Test threat nobody wants to ignore

Shubman Gill led India's preparations for Sri Lanka with a special reverse-swing session, using semi-old Kookaburra balls ahead of the Galle Test.

‘Sarfaraz Khan’s name comes into my best XI’: Kaif throws Dhruv Jurel selection into doubt

Mohammad Kaif believes Sarfaraz deserves a place in India’s playing XI, especially with the team set to face spin-friendly conditions in Sri Lanka.