India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in a Sydney hospital after sustaining internal bleeding from a rib cage injury during the third ODI against Australia. The injury occurred while he took a spectacular backward catch to dismiss Alex Carey, after which he appeared to hurt his left rib and was immediately assisted off the field. The BCCI medical team acted promptly after his vital signs fluctuated, ensuring he received urgent medical attention.

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

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

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

The grand finale of IPL 2025 is set for June 3 at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium as Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings battle for their maiden title. After 17 long years and 18 attempts, RCB are finally back in an IPL final, driven by the dreams of fans and the fire of Virat Kohli. Meanwhile, PBKS are chasing their own piece of history, with captain Shreyas Iyer in the form of his life, both as a batter and a leader.

The emotions that unfolded after Punjab Kings pulled off a stunning win over Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 perfectly captured the essence of a high-octane T20 thriller. While Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta celebrated with uncontainable joy on the field, Mumbai Indians’ owner Nita Ambani was left heartbroken, reflecting the “Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham” vibe of the night. It took 11 year

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.

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 once again displayed his mastery in a run chase, steering Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a crucial seven-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 season. Playing at an away venue, Kohli remained unbeaten on 73 off 54 balls, guiding his team to chase down a target of 158 and claim their fifth consecutive away win. The seasoned batsman formed a vital 103-run stand with Devdutt Padikkal (61) that broke the back of PBKS' bowling attack, bringing RCB to third place

Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2025, following a stellar performance during the ICC Champions Trophy. The announcement came on Tuesday via the International Cricket Council (ICC), recognizing Iyer’s crucial contributions during a defining month for Indian cricket. The 30-year-old right-hander beat out two notable New Zealand competitors, Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra, to earn the prestigious honor. With this win

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is preparing to announce its annual central contracts for the senior men’s cricket team in April, with significant changes expected across various categories. Among the most talked-about developments is the anticipated return of Shreyas Iyer to the list after a notable absence last year due to multiple controversies. Iyer, who captains Punjab Kings in the IPL, had been dropped from the BCCI's central contracts in the 2023-24 cycle. Ho

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

The excitement surrounding India's 2025 Champions Trophy victory continues to resonate with fans and players alike. Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer shared his overwhelming emotions after helping India secure its third ICC 50-over trophy in history. India triumphed over New Zealand by four wickets in the final on Sunday, becoming the most successful team in the Champions Trophy's history. Reflecting on the victory, Iyer expressed his joy in a video shared by the Indian cricket

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced Ajinkya Rahane as their captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for the IPL 2025 season. The decision comes as KKR gears up to defend their title and aims to build on their success from the previous season.KKR CEO Venky Mysore expressed confidence in the leadership duo, highlighting Rahane’s experience and composure and Iyer’s long-standing association with the franchise."We are delighted to have Ajinkya Rahane lead

Shreyas Iyer, the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) who led the team to victory in IPL 2024, has opened up about not being retained by the franchise for the upcoming season. In a candid interview, Iyer revealed that the lack of communication from the Shah Rukh Khan-owned team left him perplexed, making him uncertain about his future with KKR. He mentioned that despite winning the IPL title, there were no concrete talks regarding retention until just a week before the retention deadline,

Venkatesh Iyer's Surprising Academic Pursuit Venkatesh Iyer, the talented all-rounder who made headlines with his hefty price tag of Rs 23.75 crore at the IPL 2024 mega auctions, is not just focused on his cricketing career. Despite his high-profile presence in the sport, Iyer is also pursuing a PhD and is on his way to becoming Dr. Venkatesh Iyer. His decision to continue his academic journey after his cricket career shows his commitment to education. Iyer even joked about his aca