India achieved one of the most iconic Test victories in recent history, defeating England by just 6 runs at The Oval to level the five-match series 2-2. The victory was so thrilling that former India captain Sunil Gavaskar called it “bigger than Gabba,” referring to India’s historic win at the Gabba in 2021. India had been under pressure, trailing 1-2 in the series, and was facing a daunting chase a

In a surprising and costly mistake, Shubman Gill, the Indian cricket team's captain, was dismissed in a blunder during Day 1 of the 5th Test against England. The incident occurred in the 28th over of India's innings when Gill, after defending a full delivery from Gus Atkinson, impulsively called for a risky single. This decision caught Sai Sudharsan off guard, who initially declined the call, but Gill was already halfway down the pitch. With Atkinson

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.

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

Former England wicketkeeper-batter Jack Russell, once a fierce rival to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has traded his bat for a paintbrush, and he’s now making a name for himself as a full-time painter in London. After a career spanning from 1988 to 1998, Russell played 54 Tests and 40 ODIs for England, facing off against some of the biggest names in cricket, including Tendulkar, Anil Kumble, and Mohammad Azharuddin. However, these days, he is more lik

The third Test between India and England at Lord's ended with a narrow defeat for India, with the team falling short by 135 runs on Day 5. Despite a valiant effort from Ravindra Jadeja, India could not manage to recover after losing four wickets early in the session. India started Day 5 with six wickets in hand and the target of 135 runs in sight. However, the collapse of top-order batters left the team struggling, with England's bowlers – Ben St

India's women’s cricket team created history at Old Trafford on Wednesday, sealing their first-ever bilateral T20I series win against England with a confident six-wicket triumph. With this win, India took an unassailable 3–1 lead in the five-match series, marking their maiden T20I series victory on English soil after failing to win any of their previous six away series against the hosts. England opted

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

Former India captain MS Dhoni celebrated his 44th birthday on July 7 in his hometown Ranchi with a quiet yet heartwarming gathering among close friends. The celebration, marked by cake-cutting and warm laughter, was captured in a video that went viral across social media platforms. Dressed casually in a sleeveless T-shirt, Dhoni was seen smiling, interacting with friends, and feeding them cake—a rare glimpse into the personal life of one of cricket&rsquo

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 surged to the fourth position in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings after a commanding 336-run win over England in the second Test at Edgbaston. This victory marks a historic milestone for Indian cricket, as it is their first-ever win at the Birmingham venue, ending a long-standing winless streak that included seven losses and a draw. With this result, the five-match series now stands level at 1-1.

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

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

Shubman Gill's stellar performance on Day 1 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, has made headlines. The Indian Test captain and opening batter scored a century, adding several impressive feats to his cricketing career. With his brilliant knock, Gill became just the second Indian captain, after batting legend Virat Kohli, to score a hundred at Edgbaston in a Test match. Gill's remarkab

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

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of the most iconic cricket captains of all time, has officially filed for a trademark on his beloved nickname, 'Captain Cool'. The name, which fans have affectionately used for years to describe Dhoni's calm and composed leadership style, has now become part of his commercial identity. Dhoni seeks exclusive rights to use 'Captain Cool' for sports training, coaching services, and training centers.

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 head coach, Gautam Gambhir, faced tough questions following the team’s loss to England in the opening Test of their series. The defeat sparked discussions about the team’s under-performance, particularly the lack of contributions from the lower-order players. Gambhir, however, chose to defend his team’s efforts and refused to blame any individual or group for the loss. In the post-match