India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has put the responsibility for his future squarely in the hands of the BCCI after India suffered a crushing 408-run defeat to South Africa in the Guwahati Test, resulting in a 2-0 whitewash. It was India’s worst defeat in Test cricket, and the pressure on Gambhir intensified as he faced tough questions about his coaching approach, team selections and India’s declining performance in the longest format. Responding to queries about whether he deserves mor
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has put the responsibility for his future squarely in the hands of the BCCI after India suffered a crushing 408-run defeat to South Africa in the Guwahati Test, resulting in a 2-0 whitewash. It was India’s worst defeat in Test cricket, and the pressure on Gambhir intensified as he faced tough questions about his coaching approach, team selections and India’s declining performance in the longest format. Responding to queries about whether he deserves mor
India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in a Sydney hospital after sustaining internal bleeding from a rib cage injury during the third ODI against Australia. The injury occurred while he took a spectacular backward catch to dismiss Alex Carey, after which he appeared to hurt his left rib and was immediately assisted off the field. The BCCI medical team acted promptly after his vital signs fluctuated, ensuring he received urgent medical attention.
India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in a Sydney hospital after sustaining internal bleeding from a rib cage injury during the third ODI against Australia. The injury occurred while he took a spectacular backward catch to dismiss Alex Carey, after which he appeared to hurt his left rib and was immediately assisted off the field. The BCCI medical team acted promptly after his vital signs fluctuated, ensuring he received urgent medical attention.
In a dramatic twist following India’s victory in the Asia Cup 2025, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi has finally congratulated Team India but not without controversy. Despite India's win, the trophy remains in Naqvi's Dubai office, with the ACC president refusing to hand it over unless the BCCI organizes an official presentation ceremony in Dubai. This condition has been met with resistance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which had earlier wr
In a dramatic twist following India’s victory in the Asia Cup 2025, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi has finally congratulated Team India but not without controversy. Despite India's win, the trophy remains in Naqvi's Dubai office, with the ACC president refusing to hand it over unless the BCCI organizes an official presentation ceremony in Dubai. This condition has been met with resistance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which had earlier wr
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has raised serious objections against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi over the Asia Cup trophy fiasco that followed the final between India and Pakistan. During Tuesday’s ACC meeting, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla grilled Naqvi for taking the trophy away instead of presenting it to the victorious Indian team. Shukla reminded the gathering that th
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has raised serious objections against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi over the Asia Cup trophy fiasco that followed the final between India and Pakistan. During Tuesday’s ACC meeting, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla grilled Naqvi for taking the trophy away instead of presenting it to the victorious Indian team. Shukla reminded the gathering that th
The Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai witnessed both thrilling cricket and shocking post-match drama. India secured the title with a dominant 5-wicket win over Pakistan, but the victory was marred by an unprecedented trophy row. Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board, left the stadium carrying the Asia Cup trophy and winners’ medals after India refused to accept them from his hands.
The Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai witnessed both thrilling cricket and shocking post-match drama. India secured the title with a dominant 5-wicket win over Pakistan, but the victory was marred by an unprecedented trophy row. Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board, left the stadium carrying the Asia Cup trophy and winners’ medals after India refused to accept them from his hands.
Team India finally has a new jersey sponsor after the exit of Dream11, with Apollo Tyres officially securing the rights in a massive deal that will run until 2027. The confirmation came through a senior BCCI official, ending days of speculation about which brand would step in after Dream11’s sudden departure. The exit of Dream11 followed the Indian government’s decision to ban real-money gaming platforms
Team India finally has a new jersey sponsor after the exit of Dream11, with Apollo Tyres officially securing the rights in a massive deal that will run until 2027. The confirmation came through a senior BCCI official, ending days of speculation about which brand would step in after Dream11’s sudden departure. The exit of Dream11 followed the Indian government’s decision to ban real-money gaming platforms
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially addressed the controversy surrounding the handshake row during the Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan. Following India’s 7-wicket victory, captain Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates did not exchange handshakes with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha or the opposing team. This move sparked outrage from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which lodged a formal complaint with the Asian
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially addressed the controversy surrounding the handshake row during the Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan. Following India’s 7-wicket victory, captain Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates did not exchange handshakes with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha or the opposing team. This move sparked outrage from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which lodged a formal complaint with the Asian
Sachin Tendulkar, India’s cricketing legend, has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with the position of BCCI president. Tendulkar’s management issued a statement clarifying that no nomination or discussion has taken place regarding his involvement in the upcoming elections. The BCCI elections are scheduled for September 28 during the Annual General Meeting, where key roles including president, vice president, secretary, joint secretary, and
Sachin Tendulkar, India’s cricketing legend, has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with the position of BCCI president. Tendulkar’s management issued a statement clarifying that no nomination or discussion has taken place regarding his involvement in the upcoming elections. The BCCI elections are scheduled for September 28 during the Annual General Meeting, where key roles including president, vice president, secretary, joint secretary, and
In a move to ensure that only reputable brands associate with the Indian cricket team, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has laid out strict guidelines for the title sponsor selection process. The BCCI invited bids for the national team’s lead sponsor rights and set an official deadline for bids to be submitted by September 16, 2025. This announcement came through a detailed Invitation for Expression of Interest (IEOI) document, with the l
In a move to ensure that only reputable brands associate with the Indian cricket team, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has laid out strict guidelines for the title sponsor selection process. The BCCI invited bids for the national team’s lead sponsor rights and set an official deadline for bids to be submitted by September 16, 2025. This announcement came through a detailed Invitation for Expression of Interest (IEOI) document, with the l
In a significant shift at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla has been named the interim president following the exit of Roger Binny. This decision comes after an Apex Council meeting held on August 28, 2025, where Shukla took charge as the acting head. The appointment is set to last until the next BCCI elections, which are expected to take place in September 2025. Rajeev Shukla has been
In a significant shift at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla has been named the interim president following the exit of Roger Binny. This decision comes after an Apex Council meeting held on August 28, 2025, where Shukla took charge as the acting head. The appointment is set to last until the next BCCI elections, which are expected to take place in September 2025. Rajeev Shukla has been
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is preparing for a significant shake-up in its national selection committee just days after unveiling India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad. The board has opened applications for two vacant positions in the senior men’s selection panel, signaling a move towards restructuring ahead of the packed cricket calendar. Despite these changes, Ajit Agarkar will continue as the chief selector until 2026, given his succ
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is preparing for a significant shake-up in its national selection committee just days after unveiling India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad. The board has opened applications for two vacant positions in the senior men’s selection panel, signaling a move towards restructuring ahead of the packed cricket calendar. Despite these changes, Ajit Agarkar will continue as the chief selector until 2026, given his succ
In a significant move ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has extended Ajit Agarkar’s contract as the chief selector until June 2026. This decision solidifies Agarkar's position as one of the key figures behind India's recent cricketing success. The extension of his contract was confirmed after discussions about his future role, with the BCCI showing confidence in his leadership. Under Agarkar’s tenu
In a significant move ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has extended Ajit Agarkar’s contract as the chief selector until June 2026. This decision solidifies Agarkar's position as one of the key figures behind India's recent cricketing success. The extension of his contract was confirmed after discussions about his future role, with the BCCI showing confidence in his leadership. Under Agarkar’s tenu
Vece Paes, former Indian hockey player and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away at the age of 80 in Kolkata. A key member of the bronze medal-winning hockey team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, Paes also contributed to India’s bronze at the 1971 Hockey World Cup in Barcelona. He had been battling advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease and was admitted to Woodlands Hospital on Tuesday morning. B
Vece Paes, former Indian hockey player and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away at the age of 80 in Kolkata. A key member of the bronze medal-winning hockey team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, Paes also contributed to India’s bronze at the 1971 Hockey World Cup in Barcelona. He had been battling advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease and was admitted to Woodlands Hospital on Tuesday morning. B
Shubman Gill, India’s Test captain, has proven his commitment to the game by choosing to lead North Zone in the 2025-26 Duleep Trophy. Despite having just completed a physically demanding five-match Test series against England, where he scored an impressive 754 runs, second only to Sunil Gavaskar’s record, Gill is setting an example for his fellow cricketers by opting to play in domestic tournaments. Thi
Shubman Gill, India’s Test captain, has proven his commitment to the game by choosing to lead North Zone in the 2025-26 Duleep Trophy. Despite having just completed a physically demanding five-match Test series against England, where he scored an impressive 754 runs, second only to Sunil Gavaskar’s record, Gill is setting an example for his fellow cricketers by opting to play in domestic tournaments. Thi
India’s thrilling 6-run victory over England in the fifth and final Test at the Kennington Oval not only leveled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 series at 2-2 but also gave fans a never-seen-before glimpse of head coach Gautam Gambhir’s emotional side. Known for his typically composed and intense demeanor, Gambhir surprised everyone when he erupted with joy, celebrating the narrowest win by runs in India’s Test history with uncontainable e
India’s thrilling 6-run victory over England in the fifth and final Test at the Kennington Oval not only leveled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 series at 2-2 but also gave fans a never-seen-before glimpse of head coach Gautam Gambhir’s emotional side. Known for his typically composed and intense demeanor, Gambhir surprised everyone when he erupted with joy, celebrating the narrowest win by runs in India’s Test history with uncontainable e
India's wicketkeeper and vice-captain, Rishabh Pant, is set to miss the remainder of the ongoing Test series against England after confirming a foot fracture during the opening day of the Old Trafford Test. Pant suffered the injury while attempting a reverse sweep against Chris Woakes. The fracture, identified in the metatarsal bone of his right foot, has ruled him out of keeping wicket for the rest of the match and the upcoming final Test at The Oval. Whi
India's wicketkeeper and vice-captain, Rishabh Pant, is set to miss the remainder of the ongoing Test series against England after confirming a foot fracture during the opening day of the Old Trafford Test. Pant suffered the injury while attempting a reverse sweep against Chris Woakes. The fracture, identified in the metatarsal bone of his right foot, has ruled him out of keeping wicket for the rest of the match and the upcoming final Test at The Oval. Whi
The fate of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in uncertainty as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), along with several other member boards, has decided to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting scheduled for July 24 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This development stems from ongoing political tensions between India and Bangladesh, which have now spilled over into the cricketing sphere. According to high-l
The fate of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in uncertainty as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), along with several other member boards, has decided to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting scheduled for July 24 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This development stems from ongoing political tensions between India and Bangladesh, which have now spilled over into the cricketing sphere. According to high-l
India captain Shubman Gill had a cheeky moment during the post-match press conference following his team’s historic 336-run win over England at Edgbaston. As the press assembled to speak with the young skipper, Gill looked around the room and asked with a grin, “Where's my favourite journalist?” a clear reference to the English reporter who had highlighted India’s dismal record at Edgbaston during the pre-match media interaction.
India captain Shubman Gill had a cheeky moment during the post-match press conference following his team’s historic 336-run win over England at Edgbaston. As the press assembled to speak with the young skipper, Gill looked around the room and asked with a grin, “Where's my favourite journalist?” a clear reference to the English reporter who had highlighted India’s dismal record at Edgbaston during the pre-match media interaction.
Pakistan's hockey team will be allowed to compete in next month’s Asia Cup in India, according to a sports ministry source. The Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 27 to September 7, 2025, will feature multiple nations, and Pakistan will be permitted to participate, as there are no objections to their involvement in a multi-national competition. The source explained that In
Pakistan's hockey team will be allowed to compete in next month’s Asia Cup in India, according to a sports ministry source. The Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 27 to September 7, 2025, will feature multiple nations, and Pakistan will be permitted to participate, as there are no objections to their involvement in a multi-national competition. The source explained that In
India’s preparations for the second Test against England at Edgbaston received a surprise twist as left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar was seen bowling at the nets in Birmingham. Brar, who plays for Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League, was personally invited by India captain Shubman Gill to join the training session. This development sparked discussions about India’s potential spin strategy, especially after their disappointing bowling performance
India’s preparations for the second Test against England at Edgbaston received a surprise twist as left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar was seen bowling at the nets in Birmingham. Brar, who plays for Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League, was personally invited by India captain Shubman Gill to join the training session. This development sparked discussions about India’s potential spin strategy, especially after their disappointing bowling performance