As the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 approaches, speculation has intensified over the inclusion of Shubman Gill in India’s squad. Despite his stellar performance in the recently concluded England Test series, reports suggest that the in-form batter might not make the cut for the upcoming tournament. Set to begin on September 9, 2025, the Asia Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where India is expected to field a team with significant e

In a moment that reminded fans why cricket is more than just a game, Rajasthan Royals’ pacer Akash Madhwal was seen offering a humble gesture of folded hands to Mumbai Indians legend Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh following their IPL 2025 clash in Jaipur. The gesture, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, has been praised as a sign of pure respect, earning massive love from fans and fellow cricketers alike. Mumbai Indians (MI) had just crushed Rajas

The Mumbai Indians have officially found their rhythm in the IPL 2025 season, notching their fourth consecutive win with a commanding performance over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 144, MI wrapped up the game with seven wickets in hand, thanks to solid performances from seasoned stars Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav. Skipper Hardik Pandya's squad has now climbed to third place on the points table, an impressive tur

Veteran Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has often spoken about nurturing young talent, but a recent revelation by his father Yograj Singh has shed light on just how hands-on and firm his mentorship has been — especially with rising star Abhishek Sharma, who recently etched his name into IPL history. In a conversation with CricketNext, Yograj Singh shared how his son had to discipline Abhishek, who once led a carefree lifestyle full of late nights and distractions. “Late-night parties..

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has written to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urging the immediate enactment of the Rohith Vemula Act, a legislative framework aimed at combating caste-based discrimination in educational institutions. In his letter dated April 17, Rahul Gandhi called for decisive legislative action to ensure that no student from marginalized communities faces indignity or exclusion in the education system due to their caste identity. The letter

Following Mumbai Indians' (MI) high-octane defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), MI skipper Hardik Pandya offered a candid explanation for his side’s tactical shifts and batting collapse. The match, played at the Wankhede Stadium, saw RCB set a formidable target of 222 runs, and while MI launched a strong counterattack led by Tilak Varma and Pandya himself, they ultimately fell short. In the post-match presentation, Hardik d

Ahead of their highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash, a humorous exchange between India stars Rohit Sharma and Shardul Thakur lit up social media, offering fans a lighter moment amid fierce cricketing competition. The interaction, captured and shared by the Mumbai Indians’ official social handles, showed the strong camaraderie between the two players—reaffirming that humor and sportsmanship often go hand-in-hand in cricket. As Mumbai Indians prepare to face off against Lucknow Super G

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a generous Rs 58 crore prize money for the Indian cricket team following their triumphant victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. On March 9, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, Team India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the thrilling final held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This victory marked India's third Champions Trophy title, following their previous triumphs in 2002 and 2013. The win further ce

Rohit Sharma, India's celebrated cricket captain, has cleared the air regarding his future in international cricket. Following the Champions Trophy 2025, where speculation about his retirement intensified, Rohit firmly addressed the rumors by confirming that he is not retiring from ODI cricket. His statement, delivered in his signature calm and composed manner, reassured fans and silenced gossip surrounding his career. Speaking after the Champions Trophy 2025 final, Rohit stated, "I

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

As the 2025 Champions Trophy approaches, the Indian cricket team's participation remains surrounded by uncertainty, particularly over the issue of the opening ceremony and jersey logos. The tournament, set to take place from February 19 to March 9, will be held in Pakistan, but India’s participation has seen significant changes after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) refused to send its team to Pakistan. As a compromise, India will play its matches in Dubai, while Pak

Following the Indian cricket team’s defeat in the Test series against Australia, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has introduced a new  guidelines aimed at promoting discipline, team cohesion, and reducing the influence of 'star culture' within the team. These rules come after consultation with head coach Gautam Gambhir and are designed to ensure a more unif

Team India's crushing 3-1 defeat to Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy has triggered intense debate over the future of star players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Their poor performances have left their places in the Test team uncertain, with increasing criticism over their lack of commitment to domestic cricket. A former BCCI official has called for a "strict message" to be sent to underperforming players, urging the selection committee to take stronger action.

The Supreme Court of India on Friday emphasized the need for an effective mechanism to combat caste-based discrimination in educational institutions across the country. The bench, consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, addressed the sensitive issue and directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to notify draft regulations to ensure that caste-based discrimination is prevented in central, state, private, and deemed universities. The Court specifically asked the UGC

Rohit Sharma’s future in Test cricket has come under scrutiny after the Indian opener was left out of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Officially, Rohit "opted to rest" from the game, but this decision has raised questions about his long-term role in the format. Sunil Gavaskar, one of India's cricketing legends, speculated that this might signal the end of Rohit's Test career, suggesting that the selection committee may look to younger players who can lead t

Rohit Sharma's future in India's Test cricket setup has become uncertain following the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Amidst poor batting performances and leadership criticism after India's loss to New Zealand, reports suggest that Rohit may not be part of India's Test plans beyond this series. Although his retirement is not imminent, the chances of his continuation in the format remain unclear. With Rohit possibly on the brink of his final Test ap

India completed a 3-0 series sweep over the West Indies in the final Women's ODI in Vadodara on Friday, thanks to Deepti Sharma's career-best performance with the ball and a crucial unbeaten knock with the bat. Sharma claimed remarkable figures of 6/31, supported by pacer Renuka Singh, who took 4/29, as India bowled West Indies out for just 162. India faced a brief wobble while chasing, losing four quick wickets to be at 73/4, but Sharma (39 not out off 48 balls) guided them to victor

Virat Kohli, the iconic Indian cricketer, is reportedly planning to shift his base to the United Kingdom with his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, and their children. The couple has already been spending considerable time in London, especially since the birth of their second child, Akaay. Kohli’s childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, confirmed that the cricketer is looking to make the UK his permanent residence soon. Kohli, who is 36 years old, recently retired from T20 international

The batting form of India’s stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, has been a major topic of discussion in recent months. Both have struggled with consistency, often getting out cheaply. Kohli scored a century in the first Test against Australia at Perth, but both he and Rohit failed to contribute in the second Test at Adelaide, where India suffered a heavy defeat. In the second Test, Kohli and Rohit combined for just 27 runs across four innings. Kohli was dismissed for 7 an

Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have seen a significant drop in the latest ICC Test batting rankings following India's heavy 10-wicket loss to Australia in the Adelaide pink-ball Test. Kohli dropped six spots, now sitting at No. 20, while Rohit fell out of the top 30, currently ranking 31st after losing five places. Kohli, who had regained form with a century in the Perth Test, struggled in Adelaide, scoring just 7 and 11. Similarly, Rohit, who had been ranked No. 6, cou