Babar Azam, the Pakistan cricket team captain, has achieved a significant milestone during the final of the ODI tri-series against New Zealand at the National Stadium on Friday. He became the joint-fastest batter to reach 6,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), matching the record set by South African legend Hashim Amla, who also reached the mark in 123 innings.Babar’s achievement not only made him the joint-fastest to this landmark, but he also became the fastest Asian batter to s

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes that Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, will have enough depth to be a strong contender in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, especially in home conditions. Co-hosting the event for the first time since 1996, Pakistan will have the pressure of meeting high expectations, but Shastri is confident in their ability to qualify for the semifinals. Despite missing young opener Saim Ayub due to an injury, Shastri emphasized that Pakistan’s team depth

Harshit Rana made an impressive debut in India's opening ODI against England in Nagpur, taking 3 wickets for 53 runs as India bowled out England for a modest 248. Despite strong contributions from Jos Buttler (52), Jacob Bethell (51), and Phil Salt (43), India’s disciplined bowling attack led by Rana and Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) controlled the innings.   Rana's debut, however, wasn’t without challenges. His first over saw Phil Salt attack him relentless

Australia’s 2025 Champions Trophy campaign will face a major setback as captain Pat Cummins will miss the tournament due to an ongoing ankle injury. The injury occurred towards the end of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which Australia won 3-1 in January 2025. Initially included in the preliminary squad, Cummins was ruled out after failing to recover in time. Alongside him, fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, dealing with a persistent hip issue, will also miss the tournament. Additionally, a

The owners of the Indian Premier League's Sunrisers Hyderabad have made a notable move in the world of cricket by acquiring full control of the Yorkshire franchise in The Hundred competition. According to a report by BBC, the Sun Group paid just over €100 million ($125 million) for a 100 percent stake in the Northern Superchargers, becoming the first investors to take full control of one of the eight franchises in the competition. This acquisition marks the third involvement of IPL-r

Abhishek Sharma’s stellar performance in India’s 4-1 series win over England has earned him a major rise in the ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings. After smashing a quick-fire 135 off 54 balls in the fifth T20I in Mumbai, which included 13 sixes and became the highest score by an Indian in T20 cricket, Abhishek jumped 38 places to claim the second spot. He now trails only Australia’s Travis Head, who continues to lead the T20I batter’s rankings, with Abhishek just 26

The BCCI has announced an updated squad for India’s three-match ODI series against England, set to begin on Thursday. The major change includes the inclusion of Varun Chakaravarthy, who was a standout performer in the recent T20I series against England, taking 14 wickets, including a five-wicket haul. His exceptional performance earned him the title of "Player of the Series." However, a major omission is that of Jasprit Bumrah, who has been named only for the third ODI, with H

The integrity of the Taekwondo competition at the National Games has been questioned after allegations emerged that results were fixed in advance for 10 out of the 16 weight categories. In response to these claims, the National Games Technical Conduct Committee (GTCC) has replaced the director of competition, T Praveen Kumar, with S Dinesh Kumar following strong recommendations made by a three-member committee formed to prevent manipulation of the event. The GTCC chairperson, Sunaina Kumari,

India’s U19 Women’s cricket team triumphed in the final of the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by 9 wickets to win their second consecutive title. Playing in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, India showcased an outstanding all-round performance. South Africa, batting first, were bowled out for a mere 82 runs in 20 overs, thanks to disciplined bowling from the Indian team.   The bowlers made an immediate impact, taking back-to-back wickets early, which set the

India's strong performance in the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup semifinal saw them defeat England by 9 wickets, with G Kamalini scoring a match-winning 56* off 50 balls. India successfully chased down England's total of 113/8 in just 15 overs. Spinners shine for India: The standout performers for India were left-arm spinners Parunika Sisodia and Vaishnavi Sharma

Himanshu Sangwan, the 29-year-old pacer from Railways, is set to become a memorable name in Indian cricket after his stunning performance in the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways. The highly-anticipated return of Virat Kohli to domestic cricket was spoiled by Sangwan, who dismissed the former India captain for just 6 runs in his first innings. Kohli's brief stay at the crease lasted only 15 balls, much to the disappointment of the thousands who gathered at the Arun Jaitley Sta

In a thrilling semi-final clash at the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Parunika Sisodia’s inspiring spell has been pivotal in India’s effort to bring England back from a strong start. England, opting to bat first, had a solid beginning with Davina Perrin leading the charge. She scored 45 off 40 balls, helping her side reach 37/0 by the end of the powerplay. However, India’s spinners, led by Sisodia and Aayushi Shukla, soon triggered a dramatic collapse in t

Mumbai took a commanding position on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A clash against Meghalaya, thanks to Shardul Thakur's historic hat-trick and impressive batting performances. Thakur led the charge with the ball, dismantling Meghalaya’s top order and claiming a memorable hat-trick – the fifth in Mumbai’s Ranji history. Thakur’s early breakthrough, combined with his fiery spell, reduced Meghalaya to a staggering 2/5, before the visitors could mu

Massive Fan Turnout at Kohli's Return to Domestic Cricket: Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to domestic cricket after 12 years created a buzz, with the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi packed with excited fans. The free entry for spectators led to a huge turnout, with fans arriving early in the morning to witness Kohli in action. His presence has significantly revitalized the Ranji Trophy, underscoring his immense popularity and influence in Indian cricket, e

Gongadi Trisha, the rising star of Indian women's cricket, made history by becoming the first player to score a century in the ongoing Women's T20 U-19 World Cup. Her dazzling 110* off 53 balls guided India to a commanding 150-run victory over Scotland in their Super Six encounter. India posted a massive 208/1, and Scotland was bowled out for a mere 58 runs. Trisha, who had previously shown great form with scores of 49 and 40 in the tournament, has been one of the standout players for

 The International Masters League (IML) is gearing up for its exciting inaugural season with a lineup of six powerhouse teams: India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies. The tournament promises a nostalgic reunion for cricket fans, bringing together some of the greatest players in the history of the game. The opening match on February 22, 2025, will see India, led by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, face off against Sri Lanka, captained by the iconic Kumar Sa

Varun Chakravarthy's Rise in ICC T20I Rankings: India's mystery spinner, Varun Chakravarthy, has made a remarkable climb in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings, jumping 25 places to secure the fifth position. His performance in the ongoing five-match series against England, particularly his standout five-wicket haul in Rajkot during the third T20I, has caught the attention o

Amravati, the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to make cricketing history with the construction of the largest cricket stadium in India, which will surpass the current record-holder, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has announced that the new stadium will have a seating capacity of over 1.32 lakh spectators, making it the largest in the country. The ACA president, Kesineni Sivanth, revealed that the state government has been asked to allo

Virat Kohli, one of India's cricketing icons, is making his much-awaited return to domestic cricket by featuring in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match for Delhi against Railways. This will be his first appearance in the competition in over 12 years, with his last appearance in a domestic red-ball event dating back to 2012. Kohli was seen participating in a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, where he joined his Delhi teammates ahead of the match. Kohli had pr

Pakistan and Nepal breezed through their respective fourth-place play-off matches in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. Pakistan, with a strong performance from pacer Haniah Ahmer, who took 4 wickets for 20 runs, defeated Samoa by 52 runs. Pakistan posted a total of 136/8 with contributions from Maham Anees (28) and Fatima Khan (25). In reply, Samoa could only manage 84 runs in 18.5 overs. Quratulain Ahsen (2/13) and Fatima Khan (2/19) supported Hani