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Pant shows he can plays the percentages too

Rishabh Pant's aggressive batting style remains unchanged despite criticism; his high-risk approach is key to his success, even after a recent dismissal.

Colombo Test: Jurel hits assured ton to put India on top

His 115* batting through the day helped India declare at 503/9 before reducing Sri Lanka to 8/2 at stumps on Day 2

Brydon Carse left out of England's squad for second Test against Pakistan, investigation launched into nightclub episode

England pacer Brydon Carse has been left out of the squad for the upcoming second Test against Pakistan at Lord's.

Afghanistan confirm no change in schedule for India series, squad announced; Ibrahim Zadran to lead

The ACB confirmed the schedule for the upcoming T20I series against India on Monday.

Prabath Jayasuriya flings gloves in dressing room, Sri Lanka ‘disgruntled’ after umpires' decision; India capitalise

Prabath Jayasuriya wasn't pleased after the umpires let the play go on despite Sri Lanka arguing for bad light on Day 2 against India.

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi taped his Duleep Trophy jersey: The logic behind youngster’s attempt to make it No. 3 explained

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dismissed cheaply in the first innings of the Duleep Trophy match against North East Zone.

Blow away in two Tests: Devdutt Padikkal shuts the door on Sai Sudharsan's No.3 aspirations

Devdutt Padikkal now has the right-of-way at No.3 with back-to-back centuries in Sri Lanka in totally different conditions. Sudharsan will have to wait now.

Brydon Carse, labelled ‘daft’ after another nightclub row, causes nightmare for ECB: ‘When you are in Test squad…’

Stuart Broad terms Brydon Carse “daft” after another nightclub incident rocks English cricket.

BCCI invites applications for junior selection committee, KRA involves increasing ‘awareness about drugs, match fixing’

On Monday, the BCCI invited applications for the Junior Selection Committee. Here's what the eligibility criteria is.

‘A friend we admired, played with’: Kapil Dev after letter supporting Imran Khan amid silence from Pakistani cricketers

As Pakistan’s cricket fraternity remains silent over Imran Khan’s deteriorating health, Kapil Dev urged support for his ‘friend’.

Yashasvi Jaiswal punished for Colombo headbutt: ICC slaps India opener with double whammy; Asitha Fernando pulled up too

ICC confirmed that both Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando have been sanctioned for breaching Level 1 of its Code of Conduct

‘If you don’t know what he said, don’t pass judgement’: Yashasvi Jaiswal after being told he should have walked away

Yashasvi Jaiswal addressed his headbutt with Asitha Fernando, urging experts to first understand what transpired.

‘Jaiswal is the one who advanced’: Experts tear into India batter for ‘crossing the line’ into ‘dangerous territory’

Former India cricketers lashed out at Yashasvi Jaiswal, saying that he crossed a line by taking the confrontation beyond words.

IND vs SL LIVE Score, 2nd Test: India eye big score after Devdutt Padikkal’s second straight ton

IND vs SL LIVE SCORE: Follow latest updates of Day 2 of the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Yashasvi Jaiswal to face ICC action? What the Code of Conduct says after ugly Colombo clash with Asitha Fernando

Yashasvi Jaiswal was involved in a tense exchange with Asitha Fernando after his dismissal before lunch, with both players likely to face sanctions

India Hold the Edge Against Sri Lanka as Hosts Look to Draw Test Series Level

India enter the latest Test against Sri Lanka with the advantage in the series, while Sri Lanka are looking to produce a strong performance and level the contest. India's balanced batting and bowling units give them confidence, but Sri Lanka will need greater consistency across departments. The first-innings score, partnerships, spin bowling and the ability to handle pressure are likely to play important roles in determining the outcome.

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More storm in English cricket: Fast bowler Brydon Carse handcuffed after a nightclub incident; Ben Stokes was there too

The fast bowler is part of the England squad for the first two Tests against Pakistan. However, he didn’t play in the first game earlier this week.

‘That’s not relevant': India coach snaps at Kuldeep Yadav question after viral illness rules spinner out of Colombo Test

A viral illness ruled Kuldeep Yadav out of the Colombo Test against Sri Lanka. Here's what Sitanshu Kotak said.

Colombo Test: India see off Sri Lanka’s defensive mode

India scored 300/5, with Gill and Padikkal's partnership resisting Sri Lanka's defensive tactics on Day 1 of the second Test in Colombo.

The Shaxi Town Cricket Centre in Taicang is China’s statement of intent; ready to host domestic and international games

Although cricket hasn’t really caught on in China, there are efforts from the local governing body to change the status quo.

India v Sri Lanka: Padikkal hits second ton of the series

The visitors were 300/5 on Day 1 of the second Test in Colombo, built on the opener’s 117 and skipper Gill’s 50

‘Yashasvi Jaiswal shouldn’t have gone so close': India, Sri Lanka coaches set record straight after ugly altercation

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando were involved in an ugly incident on the opening day of the second Test.

‘Dinesh Karthik ready to take on that kind of role’: Matthew Hayden backs RCB big gun for CSK head coach role

That’s a massive endorsement for the former India wicketkeeper batsman who is currently with RCB as a batting coach and mentor.