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‘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.

‘Dumped onto unsuspecting physios’: BCCI CoE source exposes IPL injury problem hurting India’s plans – Report

The source suggested that this can make the process of preparing them for international cricket considerably more complicated.

Babar Azam gets English media warning as former Pakistan star suggests Shan Masood switch

Babar could face intense scrutiny during Pakistan’s England tour, and former cricketer Rashid Latif believes the PCB should protect him from the English media.

West Indies miss direct World Cup 2027 qualification, face Qualifier route as Afghanistan secure automatic berth

Afghanistan secured a place in that bracket after a win against Ireland on Monday in Belfast

Sachin Tendulkar thought Ajinkya Rahane 'would play for longer', retirement call surprised him: 'Didn't want to drag'

Ajinkya Rahane reveals Sachin Tendulkar' reaction to his retirement call.

Why Sarfaraz Khan has surged ahead of Dhruv Jurel for Galle as India search for a specialist answer to spin bowling

Sarfaraz Khan's return to India's Test squad may hinge on conditions in Galle.

Without Bumrah, India must discover a new bowling identity

This attack may require more from Siraj, more overs from the spinners and greater flexibility in their approach

Brendon McCullum to CSK chatter grows after Stephen Fleming's exit as franchise begin search for their next head coach

Brendon McCullum has been linked with the vacant CSK head coach role after Stephen Fleming's exit, though no formal approach has yet been made.

Scotland and Netherlands boards don't mince words, tear into ICC for changing World Cup format: ‘Weakening integrity’

Cricket boards of Scotland and the Netherlands hit out at the ICC for changing the format of the 50-over World Cup.

Before the records and greatness, Brett Lee knew Virat Kohli would be special: ‘It was there in his eyes’

Brett Lee recalls spotting Virat Kohli's fierce mentality in his eyes as a youngster, while defending his record against relentless modern-day scrutiny.

Mumbai Indians might not trade Hardik Pandya at all; discussions with KKR and CSK only at preliminary stage: Report

The last couple of weeks have seen Hardik linked to teams like the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

‘You guys cheat, that’s what your parents teach you’: Kumar Sangakkara’s remark on India star after Muralitharan assault

Irfan Pathan narrates a never-before-heard tale of a heated altercation with Kumar Sangakkara.

Sarfaraz Khan's father gets overpowered by emotions as his 2-year wait ends: ‘Mehnat ko milta hain kismat ka sath’

Sarfaraz Khan's father Naushad Khan shared an emotional shayari after his son's India Test recall, saying hard work eventually earn's fortune's support.

Why BCCI recalled Sarfaraz Khan for Sri Lanka Tests after leaving him out of India A’s red-ball squad

Sarfaraz Khan was picked as a replacement for injured Sai Sudharsan for the tour of Sri Lanka

Sachin Tendulkar ‘is the greatest batsman’, but Brett Lee gives Jacques Kallis the ultimate crown

Brett Lee separates Sachin Tendulkar and Jacques Kallis in his all-time hierarchy, explaining why he rates them differently.

BCCI's Centre of Excellence nears two years: How a war-footing push transformed an ambitious project into reality

BCCI's Centre of Excellence nears two years, with officials recalling the war-footing push that cleared hurdles and turned an ambitious vision into reality.

Sarfaraz Khan’s India comeback after 20 months: Domestic grind, weight loss and CSK lifeline revive his Test dream

After months in the wilderness, Sarfaraz Khan earns another India Test call-up after a stunning domestic revival, fitness transformation and CSK comeback.

VVS Laxman breaks silence on India coach job before Gambhir, reveals why he chose different path; Agarkar buzz addressed

VVS Laxman revealed that he was “supposed” to become India’s head coach back in 2023, when Rahul Dravid’s initial tenure was due to end after the ODI World Cup.

Devdutt Padikkal makes No.3 his own; Gurnoor Brar outperforms Prasidh: Biggest talking points from India's warm-up win

India's six-wicket win in the three-day warm-up fixture gave away a lot of talking points. Here are the biggest takeaways.

BCCI to seek govt nod for white-ball tour of Bangladesh

The series, originally planned for last year, was put off amid political tension between India and Bangladesh

Sarfaraz Khan recalled for India after nearly two years

Sarfaraz Khan replaces Sai Sudharsan for the Test series against Sri Lanka, as he seeks to revive his international career amid tough competition.

‘Would’ve banned him': Javagal Srinath wears match referee hat, drops verdict on Sourav Ganguly making Steve Waugh wait

Javagal Srinath has now offered a pointed take on the episode involving Sourav Ganguly and Steve Waugh.

Team India clears the air on Shubman Gill's injury after warm-up win over SLC XI: ‘Management decided…’

Here's what India spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule had to say about Shubman Gill's injury status.