The Asia Cup 2025 has been plunged into deeper turmoil after India captain Suryakumar Yadav reportedly told the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) that he will not accept the tournament trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi if India wins the final. The warning comes amid escalating tensions following the no-handshake controversy between India and Pakistan. The Indian skipper made his stance cle

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 Asia Cup 2025 witnessed unexpected drama off the field as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officially lodged a protest against India following the much-discussed no handshake controversy. The incident occurred during the India versus Pakistan group match, where Team India refused to engage in customary handshakes with their rivals, sparking widespread debate across the cricketing community. According to reports,

Shubman Gill has been appointed vice-captain of India’s T20I squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the team. Jasprit Bumrah also returns to the squad, bolstering India's pace attack for the Asia Cup, which will be held in the UAE from September 9-28, 2025. The 15-member squad was announced on August 19, 2025, by BCCI selection chief Ajit Agarkar. India will kick off their campaign against the hosts UAE on September 10, f

Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, has gotten engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. Sources confirmed the news on Wednesday, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. While no official statement has been issued by either family, the event marks a significant personal milestone for the 25-year-old all-rounder. According to reports,

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

A picture of Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn with former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi has gone viral on social media, sparking controversy amidst the cancellation of the India vs. Pakistan match in the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) in Birmingham. The image led to a wave of backlash from fans, who criticized Ajay for meeting and posing with Afridi, given the latter's past comments regarding India during border tensions.

In a bold move ahead of the 3rd Test between England and India, Jofra Archer has been named in England’s playing XI for the first time since February 2021. This marks a long-awaited return to Test cricket for the pacer, who has been plagued by injuries in recent years, including elbow and back issues. Archer replaces Josh Tongue in the playing XI for the crucial match at Lord's, with the five-match series currently tied at 1-1.

The third Test of the India vs England series at Lord's is set to be an exciting battle with a green pitch that could offer some assistance to the pacers. The pitch for the 3rd Test was revealed on July 8, 2025, showing a surface with well-watered grass, which is expected to provide more pace and bounce. England, after suffering a crushing defeat in Edgbaston, has requested a pitch that suits their fast bowlers, including Jofra Archer, who is returning fro

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.

Rishabh Pant continues to make history in the cricketing world. On Day 4 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, the India vice-captain shattered yet another monumental record. After coming to the crease following KL Rahul's dismissal, Pant wasted no time and struck England pacer Josh Tongue for a six, marking his 22nd six in Tests in England. With this powerful shot, Pant set the record for the most sixes by any batter in Test matches

India’s team management is facing scrutiny as opinions divide over player selections for the second Test against England. The focus has shifted to Kuldeep Yadav, a talented left-arm wrist spinner who has struggled to cement his place in India's Test squad despite his undeniable ability. Following Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement, the expectation was that Kuldeep would get more opportunities, but that hasn’t materialized yet, and some believ

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

Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw has officially ended his association with the Mumbai Ranji team after being granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). The decision comes as Shaw seeks to rejuvenate his career with another state team ahead of the upcoming domestic cricket season. Shaw, who made his first-class debut for Mumbai in 2017, expressed his gratitude to the MCA for their s

Fast bowler Harshit Rana has been officially added to India’s 18-man squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, which kicks off on June 20 at Headingley. The addition, announced by Star Sports, marks a strengthening of India’s pace arsenal in conditions known to favour fast bowlers. Although there’s no official clarification from the BCCI about whether Rana has been brought in as an injury replacement, his inclusion is see

Ravichandran Ashwin and his Tamil Nadu Premier League franchise Dindigul Dragons have been officially cleared of ball-tampering allegations following a formal investigation by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The accusations were initially made by Siechem Madurai Panthers after their nine-wicket defeat to the Dragons in a TNPL 2025 fixture on June 14 at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground. The Madurai Panth

In a candid revelation, South African legend AB de Villiers has shared that his close friendship with Indian cricket star Virat Kohli hit a rough patch after a sensitive personal moment was unintentionally exposed. Speaking in an interview with Cricket.com, de Villiers confirmed that Kohli stopped speaking to him for several months after he inadvertently revealed the couple's closely guarded secret Anushka Sharma’s second pregnancy during a

West Indies white-ball skipper Shai Hope has been recalled to the national Test squad for the upcoming three-match series against Australia, beginning June 25 in Bridgetown. The announcement came on Tuesday as part of a 16-member squad named for the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Hope, who last played Test cricket in 2021, returns on the back of consistent performances in limited-overs formats. The

As Indian cricket transitions into a new era, Shubman Gill is set to lead the national Test side for the first time in the upcoming five-match series against England, starting June 20 at Headingley. With the recent retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, all eyes are now on the 25-year-old opener, who will take charge of a young and evolving Indian squad. Ahead of the high-profile tour, Gill opened up about the leadership challenge and the uncer

Celebrations marking Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s long-awaited IPL 2025 victory ended in tragedy as stampedes at two locations in Bengaluru claimed at least 11 lives. The chaos unfolded outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium and the Vidhana Soudha, where the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and state officials were holding felicitation events for the RCB squad. The disaster began when tens of thousands of