Team India suffered a surprising nine-run defeat to Australia in their final Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup held in Sharjah on Sunday, significantly harming their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. The outcome now hinges on the result of the match between Pakistan and New Zealand, which will ultimately determine the fate of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. In this crucial match, India restricted the defending champions to 151/8

Australia is set to face Pakistan in a crucial Group A match at the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 in Dubai. The defending champions are riding high after a commanding 60-run victory over New Zealand in their previous encounter. Conversely, Pakistan comes into this match looking to bounce back after suffering a disappointing six-wicket defeat against arch-rivals India. For Pakistan, this match is vital as they aim to secure a significant win against Australia to keep their hopes of

In a shocking turn of events, the Pakistan cricket team scored a formidable 556 runs in their first innings during the Multan Test, only to suffer a crushing defeat by an innings and 47 runs against England. The visitors responded with a staggering 823/7 before declaring, marking a record-breaking innings in Test cricket history. This defeat made Pakistan the first team ever to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. The match was characteri

In a recent analysis, former England captain Michael Vaughan expressed his admiration for Joe Root as he celebrated the batter's impressive achievement of reaching his 35th Test century. This milestone sees Root surpassing legendary cricketers like Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara, solidifying his status among cricket's elite. However, Vaughan was candid about Root's one notable weakness: his difficulty in facing India's top-ranked ICC Test bowler, Jasprit Bumrah. Vaugh

England cricket star Joe Root made history on Day 2 of the first Test match against Pakistan in Multan by becoming the first batter to score 5000 runs in the World Test Championship (WTC). Root achieved this milestone after scoring 32 runs off 54 balls, including two fours. Coming into the match needing just 27 runs, he now holds a total of 5005 runs in 59 matches, outpacing Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, who is second with 3904 runs, and Steve Smith, who sits third with 3484 runs.

Team India's campaign in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 hit a rough patch following their opening loss to New Zealand. Despite bouncing back with a convincing victory over Pakistan in their second match, the road to semi-final qualification remains fraught with challenges. As New Zealand prepares to face Australia, Team India finds itself rooting for the White Ferns to enhance their chances of progressing in the tournament. India's prospects for moving beyond the group s

In a touching gesture, Indian cricket star Virat Kohli gifted a signed bat to Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan following the second Test match in Kanpur, which also marked Shakib's final appearance on Indian soil. This moment was particularly poignant as Shakib announced his retirement ahead of the match, and uncertainties loom regarding his participation in future Test matches due to ongoing political tensions in Bangladesh. After India's comprehensive victory over Banglade

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.

As the Indian cricket team prepares for the crucial second Test against Bangladesh at Kanpur's Green Park Stadium, all eyes are on KL Rahul, who has struggled since his return from injury. With a batting average around 35 and lackluster performances raising doubts about his position, the pressure is on for the experienced player. Indian batting coach Abhishek Nayar remains optimistic, highlighting the need for support during challenging phases. Nayar acknowledged Rahul's pas

Rishabh Pant made a remarkable comeback to Test cricket, scoring a century in the second innings of the series opener against Bangladesh. His performance has stirred emotions among fans, pundits, and fellow cricketers, all reflecting on his journey following the harrowing car crash he endured in December 2022. Approximately 600 days after the accident, Pant has returned to showcase his skills, especially in red-ball cricket. Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram shared heartfelt sen

Ravichandran Ashwin was named Player of the Match as India triumphed over Bangladesh by 280 runs in Chennai. As Ashwin continues to solidify his legacy in Indian cricket, veteran Bangladeshi cricketer Tamim Iqbal has weighed in on his importance, drawing parallels between Ashwin and celebrated batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. In his role as a commentator during Bangladesh's tour of India, Tamim emphasized Ashwin's contributions, stating, "Ravichandran Ashwin is equ

In the thrilling first Test between India and Bangladesh, Jasprit Bumrah has continued to showcase his exceptional bowling skills, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 112/8. Following a brief but decent partnership, wicket-keeper batter Litton Das and veteran Shakib Al Hasan succumbed to the pressure, both falling to Ravindra Jadeja, who is proving to be a key player in this match. Earlier in the innings, India had a strong showing with Ravichandran Ashwin scoring a remarkable 113 runs an

In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b

In a surprising move, Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has been appointed as the head coach of Punjab Kings, taking over from Trevor Bayliss, who oversaw the team for the past two seasons. Ponting, who previously spent seven years with Delhi Capitals, signed a four-year contract with Punjab, highlighting the franchise’s long-term vision to rebuild its squad. Under Ponting's leadership, Delhi Capitals became a formidable team in the IPL, reaching the final in 2020 bu

Gavaskar’s Caution Ahead of Bangladesh Series: Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has issued a word of caution to Rohit Sharma’s squad regarding the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh. Gavaskar highlighted that Bangladesh, fresh from a historic 2-0 series victory in Pakistan, is a formidable opponent. The series will start with the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from September 19-23, followed by the second Test at

Gautam Gambhir, a celebrated figure in Indian cricket, has worn many hats throughout his career—as a key player in World Cup victories, a successful IPL captain, and now, as the coach of the Indian cricket team. His straightforward and impactful approach is well-regarded, and a recent anecdote from domestic cricketer Manan Vohra highlights how Gambhir’s philosophy has influenced players. In a candid conversation shared on Taruwar Kohli’s YouTube channel, Vohra reco

In a notable twist in the TDP office vandalism case, several YCP leaders including Lella Appireddy, Talasila Raghuram, and Devineni Avinash have resorted to a famous dialogue from Jr NTR’s movie Adhurs — "Telidu… Gurthuledu… Marchipoya" (don’t know, forgot, don’t recall) — during their police investigation. This dialogue has humorously yet significantly become a part of their defense strategy. The Supreme Court had earlier directe

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi

The second day of the one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was unfortunately called off due to persistent issues with a wet outfield at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground. Despite multiple inspections throughout the day, conditions did not improve, and the decision to cancel play was made around 3:04 pm. The unplayable conditions have left cricket fans and players waiting for updates on the rescheduled fixtures. Groundstaff made several attempts to address the

Former Pakistan cricketer Saeed Ajmal recently expressed his deep admiration for Sachin Tendulkar, describing him as the most "honest and kind" cricketer he has ever met. Speaking at the GloFans High School Cricket Cup launch in Sharjah and Ajman, Ajmal recounted the joy of dismissing the legendary Indian batter, highlighting the honor and respect he holds for Tendulkar. Despite the competitive nature of cricket, Ajmal emphasized the mutual respect and kindness that characterized th