Sachin Tendulkar, India’s cricketing legend, has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with the position of BCCI president. Tendulkar’s management issued a statement clarifying that no nomination or discussion has taken place regarding his involvement in the upcoming elections. The BCCI elections are scheduled for September 28 during the Annual General Meeting, where key roles including president, vice president, secretary, joint secretary, and

In a move to ensure that only reputable brands associate with the Indian cricket team, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has laid out strict guidelines for the title sponsor selection process. The BCCI invited bids for the national team’s lead sponsor rights and set an official deadline for bids to be submitted by September 16, 2025. This announcement came through a detailed Invitation for Expression of Interest (IEOI) document, with the l

In a significant shift at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla has been named the interim president following the exit of Roger Binny. This decision comes after an Apex Council meeting held on August 28, 2025, where Shukla took charge as the acting head. The appointment is set to last until the next BCCI elections, which are expected to take place in September 2025. Rajeev Shukla has been

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the upcoming Duleep Trophy 2025 due to illness, according to multiple reports. The tournament is set to begin on August 28 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru. Gill, who was originally named captain of the North Zone squad, is recovering at his home in Chandigarh after undergoing a medical evaluation. The report submitted to the BCCI confirmed that he would not be fit in time for th

The Indian government has made its position clear regarding sports engagements with Pakistan, especially in the context of upcoming international events. In a new policy unveiled by the Sports Ministry, the government declared that India will not participate in any bilateral sporting events with Pakistan, even if hosted at neutral venues. The policy, which has been implemented immediately, aims to limit interactions with Pakistan in sports following the strai

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

Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, has gotten engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. Sources confirmed the news on Wednesday, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. While no official statement has been issued by either family, the event marks a significant personal milestone for the 25-year-old all-rounder. According to reports,

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian cricket team captain, has spoken out about the absence of cricketing giants Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in India’s recent Test series against England. With both players announcing their retirements just before the series, Ganguly’s verdict on the Shubman Gill-led team, which managed to level the series despite these voids, was clear: "Indian cricket stops for no one."

India’s thrilling 6-run victory over England in the fifth and final Test at the Kennington Oval not only leveled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 series at 2-2 but also gave fans a never-seen-before glimpse of head coach Gautam Gambhir’s emotional side. Known for his typically composed and intense demeanor, Gambhir surprised everyone when he erupted with joy, celebrating the narrowest win by runs in India’s Test history with uncontainable e

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

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an inseparable part of daily life. From personalized recommendations to facial recognition and automated hiring, AI systems touch almost every digital interaction. While the convenience is undeniable, there’s a growing concern about how AI may jeopardize personal privacy—especially for minority communities like Indian Americans. How AI Collects and Uses Your Data AI systems thrive on data. Everything from y

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.