After an emotional finale to IPL 2025, Virat Kohli has hinted at his retirement timeline while ruling out any role as an ‘Impact Player’ in the future. Kohli, who finally lifted the IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bangalore after 18 years of relentless dedication, declared his intent to continue playing only in a full-capacity role until he officially retires. The emotional moment saw Kohli drop to his knees and kiss the Motera turf after Josh Ha

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended their 18-year wait for an Indian Premier League (IPL) title by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 final. The historic victory marked a monumental moment for one of the league’s most popular franchises, and triggered a wave of celebrations across social media. Among the many emotional responses was one from the team’s original founder, Vijay Mallya, who shared heartfelt messages reflecting o

Punjab Kings scripted an unforgettable win in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2, chasing down a daunting 204 against Mumbai Indians at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Under the cool and composed leadership of Shreyas Iyer, Punjab turned the tables after losing both openers early. The comeback was led by Josh Inglis, whose 20-run blitz against Jasprit Bumrah proved to be the turning point, leaving MI scrambling to adjust their strategy.

In a heartwarming moment at Patna airport, 14-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his breakout season with Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025. The young cricketer, who became an overnight sensation after smashing a 35-ball century against Gujarat Titans, touched the Prime Minister's feet as a traditional gesture of respect. The encounter drew admiration from across the nation, symbolizing a proud moment for Bihar and Indian cricket. PM M

Team India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has finally broken his silence albeit briefly on the controversy surrounding Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from the upcoming five-Test series against England, starting June 20 in Leeds. Despite Iyer’s impressive IPL 2025 season, where he led Punjab Kings to the playoffs, the batter was left out of the 18-member squad, raising eyebrows among fans and experts alike. When asked about Iyer’s omission during a media interaction on

Virat Kohli has etched his name deeper into Indian Premier League (IPL) history by becoming the first-ever batter to score over 9000 runs for a single team in Men’s T20 cricket. Representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Kohli reached the landmark during his match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025, achieving the feat when he crossed 24 runs. The milestone also included a brisk half-century in 27 balls, ultimately ending his innings at 54. Kohli now stands at 9004 runs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) faced a major setback in their quest for a top-two finish in the IPL 2025 points table after a 42-run defeat to SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Lucknow. With just one league match remaining, RCB’s road to the top two is no longer solely in their hands. While a win in their final fixture is now non-negotiable, the team must also rely on other match outcomes and a favorable Net Run Rate (NRR) scenario to edge ahead. After the loss, RCB remains on 1

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to usher in a new era in Indian Test cricket with a fresh leadership duo as the selectors finalize the squad for the challenging five-match series in England, beginning June 20 in Leeds. According to reports, Shubman Gill is the frontrunner to be appointed the new captain of the Indian Test team, marking a significant generational shift following the recent retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. At just 25, Gill

Rohit Sharma's unexpected retirement from Test cricket has become a major talking point in Indian cricket, and new reports suggest that his exit may have come after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) rejected his preferred plan to retire mid-series during the England tour similar to MS Dhoni’s dramatic farewell in Australia in 2014. According to Sky Sports, Rohit had proposed to the selectors that he travel with the team for the five-Test series in E

Lucknow Super Giants’ young spinner Digvesh Rathi has been suspended for one match by the Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council after breaching the Code of Conduct for the third time this season. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed the decision following a heated on-field altercation between Rathi and Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Abhishek Sharma during their recent clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. According to the official IPL releas

Following the disappointing end to Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) IPL 2025 campaign, team owner Sanjiv Goenka broke his silence with a heartfelt social media post, sharing his thoughts on the season and his hopes for the future. The post included a powerful image featuring Goenka with LSG’s marquee signing Rishabh Pant, offering a moment of reflection and resilience after the team’s elimination from playoff contention. LSG had entered the season with high expectations

With Rohit Sharma calling time on his Test career earlier this month, India finds itself at a crucial crossroads. The decision on who takes over as the next red-ball captain will shape the team’s future in the 2023–25 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, starting with a high-stakes series against England. Initially seen as the natural successor due to his leadership in Australia and the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Jasprit Bumrah has opted out of the captai

Legendary England fast bowler James Anderson is all set to make a much-anticipated return to competitive cricket on Friday as Lancashire take on Derbyshire in the County Championship at Old Trafford. This marks Anderson’s first professional appearance since his emotional farewell Test match at Lord's in June 2024 against the West Indies. With 704 Test wickets under his belt, Anderson remains the most successful fast bowler in the history of red-ball cricket and the top wic

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has expressed strong disappointment over the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) indecisiveness regarding the venue for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 final. The match, which was originally scheduled to take place at Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens on May 25, is now rescheduled to June 3 following a week-long suspension of the tournament due to heightened cross-border tensions with Pakistan. Although the IPL 2025 wil

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has ramped up efforts to ensure that foreign players return for the resumed IPL 2025 season, starting on May 17, despite lingering concerns over safety following the recent India-Pakistan military tensions. Following the suspension of the league on May 9 due to the heightened security risks triggered by the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the BCCI has been working tirelessly to reassure foreign boards and players that the situation has s

Anushka Sharma, actor and wife of former India Test captain Virat Kohli, shared a heartfelt tribute after Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on May 12. Kohli’s emotional exit from the longest format of the game brings the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year journey that began in 2011 and ended in 2025. Known for his intensity, leadership, and passion for red-ball cricket, Kohli’s retirement came as a surprise to many, especially as it was declared just weeks before

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final witnessed a gripping encounter between India and New Zealand in Dubai, where India emerged victorious with a four-wicket win, lifting the prestigious trophy for the third time in their history.   New Zealand’s Innings – Strong Start, But Faltered Finish Opting to bat first, New Zealand managed to post a total of 251/7 in their allotted 50 overs. The top order struggled initially, but Dar

India defeated Australia by 4 wickets in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final in Dubai. Australia batted first and scored 264 runs, with Steve Smith (73) and Alex Carey (61) playing well. India's bowlers, especially Mohammed Shami (3/48) and Varun Chakravarthy, kept Australia in check. While chasing, Virat Kohli (84) and KL Rahul (42) played important knocks*, with Hardik Pandya’s quick 28 runs helping India cross the target. India has now qualified

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced the appointment of Dwayne Bravo as their new mentor for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. This decision comes shortly after Bravo's announcement of retirement from all forms of cricket following a challenging end to his Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 season due to injury. Bravo steps into the role previously held by Gautam Gambhir, who left KKR to take on the position of head coach for Team India.