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'You created magic': Rohit Sharma's emotional farewell to behind-the-scenes architect T Dilip

Rohit Sharma's social media post came in response to Dilip's emotional farewell note after officially parting ways with the national side.

Bumrah's injury exposes rigidity in Agarkar-Gambhir's plans: Mohammed Shami stays ignored despite brilliant season

Jasprit Bumrah's injury has exposed India's rigid Shami stance despite his brilliant domestic season and proven Test experience.

Pacer Nabi’s Test call-up reward for excelling in domestic cricket

An ideal red-ball bowler who relies on swing and seam, he replaces the injured Bumrah for the Test series in Sri Lanka

England take the scenic route before factory reset

Bazball changed the conversation around Tests than changing England’s fortunes. The Root-Fleming appointment is course correction

Mohammad Amir's British citizenship creates PSL 2027 overseas-player puzzle

Mohammad Amir is set to play PSL 2027 as an overseas player after gaining British citizenship, amidst uncertainty over his Rawalpindi contract and squad status.

Kohli-Gambhir's heated moment from IPL recalled by umpire Anil Chaudhary: ‘There’s a limit, it should not be crossed'

Umpire Anil Chaudhary recalled the fiery IPL 2013 Kohli-Gambhir clash, saying Virat has no malice despite his aggression and that such players enliven cricket.

USA player Akhilesh Reddy handed eight-year ban for attempted fixing and deleting evidence during anti-corruption probe

USA cricketer Akhilesh Reddy was banned for eight years for attempted match-fixing, soliciting a teammate and deleting evidence during the probe.

'Developing UAE cricket remains the DP World ILT20's biggest priority': David White

As the DP World ILT20 enters its fifth season, CEO David White highlights its positive impact on cricket growth in the UAE.

The Jasprit Bumrah dilemma: Why India scrapped quick fixes and chose pacer's future over Sri Lanka

Jasprit Bumrah was officially ruled out on Monday after failing to recover from the knee injury he sustained during last month's ODI series

Fate smiles and tousles Auqib Nabi’s hair but the Jammu and Kashmir pacer may still need some more luck for India debut

The 29-year-old fast bowler makes it to the Indian squad for the upcoming two Sri Lanka Tests after Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out.

Auqib Nabi earns maiden India Test call-up as Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out of Sri Lanka series

Auqib Nabi earned his maiden call-up to the senior national team.

Aiden Markram not bothered by vacant LSG captaincy: ‘They can decide whatever they think is best’

At present, Markram is the favourite to take over, but a lot also depends on how he performs as the captain in the ongoing Hundred.

In a shocking call, Pakistan drop pacer Mohammad Abbas for the second Windies Test; Babar Azam provides a weak excuse

Mohammad Abbas took a five-for in the first Test. In fact, for the past several months, he has been Pakistan’s number one pacer.

DPL 2026: Central Delhi Kings continue winning run with thrilling four-wicket victory over Outer Delhi Warriors

Central Delhi Kings maintained their unbeaten start to the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, registering their second consecutive victory.

Justin Greaves resists Pakistan bowlers on the opening day of the second Test at Trinidad with solid unbeaten fifty

After a match-winning display with the ball in the first Test last week, Greaves displayed what has now become his trademark ease and composure at the crease.

‘The name I am going to give is Ashish Nehra’: Moeen Ali’s unequivocal praise for the former India pacer

At RCB, Moeen Ali worked with Ashish Nehra, and the former India fast bowler impressed him a lot there with his cricketing nous.

Jasprit Bumrah's injury blow could finally turn Ranji star’s lifelong India dream into reality

Auqib Nabi, by all indications, has emerged as the front-runner to replace Jasprit Bumrah, a call that would end a frustrating stretch of being the bridesmaid.

After Bazball's chaos, can Joe Root and Stephen Fleming restore judgment without killing England's attacking spirit?

Joe Root and Stephen Fleming must preserve Bazball's freedom while restoring judgement, flexibility and tactical sanity to England's faltering Test team.

Punjab T20 league to take the franchise route

The Sher-e-Punjab T20 League returns with a revamped franchise model, featuring stars like Shubman Gill, from August 30 to September 13 with free entry.

233 off 91 balls with 25 sixes, Abhishek Sharma roars back from Zimbabwe failure with a savage effort

Abhishek Sharma blasted 233 off 91 balls with 25 sixes for Amritsar, delivering a savage response after his nightmare T20I series against Zimbabwe.

Hardik Pandya's IPL future hangs in balance, but one franchise offers the clearest road to redemption

Hardik Pandya faces an IPL crossroads, with KKR emerging as the clearest destination to revive his role and leadership.

Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of Sri Lanka Tests as India refuse to gamble with star pacer's fitness

It is understood that the swelling in Bumrah's knee has proved more serious than initially anticipated

Bhuvneshwar Kumar turns off Ravichandran Ashwin’s ODI recall initiative: 'I've already played for India'

The 36-year-old doesn’t play cricket anymore with an eye on a return to the Indian team. It’s the love for the game that keeps him going.