India is facing a critical 5-match Test series against Australia, with their hopes of qualifying for the 2024 World Test Championship (WTC) Final on the line. After a tough 0-3 loss to New Zealand, India must now perform exceptionally in this series to secure a third consecutive WTC Final berth. The article outlines the various scenarios under which India can qualify for the final, depending on their performance against Australia and other teams’ results. A 4-0 or 5-0 series w

India has officially announced that it will not be participating in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan, citing security concerns. This decision has raised controversy, as there were proposals for a hybrid model where India would play their matches in Dubai, but this was rejected by Pakistan. With both the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) standing firm on their positions, the future of the competition remains uncertain. Legendary Pa

Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant has denied speculation that his departure from Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the IPL 2025 auction was due to a disagreement over his retention fee. The clarification came after Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar suggested that top players, like Pant, sometimes leave their franchises to assess their true market value in the IPL auction, particularly when there are talks about retention fees. In a video shared by Star Sports before the IPL 202

Virat Kohli’s first stint in the match simulation at WACA was brief but challenging. Coming in after KL Rahul’s early departure due to an elbow injury, Kohli faced an immediate test on the notoriously bouncy WACA pitch. The simulation was a test for India’s batting stars, with both Kohli and Shubman Gill trying to get accustomed to the pace and bounce. Kohli’s initial period in the middle saw him struggle slightly with the unpredictable bounce, scoring just 15 runs bef

 India's men's football team earned a 1-1 draw against Malaysia in their second-half comeback during an international friendly match held at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad. Malaysia took the lead early in the match with a goal from Paulo Josue, but India's Rahul Bheke scored an equalizer to level the score at 1-1. This match marked the fourth outing for Manolo Marquez as head coach of the Indian team, but unfortunately, the squad has not yet manage

 In a spectacular performance during the third T20I against South Africa, Team India achieved several world records, including hitting over 200 sixes in a single calendar year, a first in T20 cricket history. India set new records for the most 200+ scores in T20s, with eight such totals in 2024, surpassing their previous record. Tilak Varma’s century was India's fifth individual century in 2024, making them the first team to achieve five individual centuries twice in

Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, made a statement in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Plate match, picking up his maiden five-wicket haul in First-Class cricket. Arjun’s stellar bowling performance saw him claim figures of 5/25, helping bowl Arunachal Pradesh out for just 84 runs on Day 1. Starting strong, Arjun dismissed Nabam Hachang in the second over and followed up with two wickets in consecutive balls in the 12th over, leaving him on a hat-t

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s decision to cancel the warm-up match against India A ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has drawn criticism, especially given the inconsistent form displayed by several Indian cricketers in recent months. In response, the Indi

The rivalry between India and Australia continues to heat up off the field as Gautam Gambhir and Ricky Ponting engage in a war of words ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The issue began when 

In a significant development ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that the Indian cricket team will not travel to Pakistan for the tournament. Citing security concerns, the BCCI has requested that all of India's matches be moved to Dubai instead, as confirmed by an anonymous BCCI official to the Indian Express. This stance has been consistent, and the BCCI has made it clea

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who captured international attention with her Olympic gold at the Paris 2024 Games, is taking legal action against media outlets that published reports on her medical records. These reports, which leaked Khelif's alleged XY chromosomes, reignited a gender controversy that followed her victory over Italy’s Angela Carini in the opening round of the boxing tournament. Khelif’s quick and decisive victory in just 46 seconds, which left Carini injure

In a bold move towards establishing India as a global sports powerhouse, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally expressed its intent to host the 2036 Olympics and Paralympics. A Letter of Intent was sent to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Future Host Commission on October 1, reinforcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of bringing the Games to Indian soil. PM Modi has publicly shared his enthusiasm for the 2036 Games, emphasizing their potential to foster economi

Indian kudo athlete Sohail Khan has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal at the senior level in international kudo events. He claimed a bronze medal in the -250 PI men's category at the prestigious Eurasian Cup 2024, held in Yerevan, Armenia. Sohail's impressive performance began with successive victories that propelled him into the knockout stages. He secured a submission win against Kazakhstan's Dastan Utimanov in the Round of 16, followed by a deci

Gautam Gambhir is under significant pressure just three months into his tenure as head coach of the Indian cricket team, following an unprecedented series of defeats against Sri Lanka and New Zealand. Appointed to the position amid considerable fanfare, Gambhir was even granted a rare seat at the selection committee meeting for the tour of Australia. However, his initial performance review suggests a rocky start, raising concerns about his future influence on team matters if results do not im

The third Test between India and New Zealand concluded with a dramatic twist, as the Kiwis secured a historic first-ever series sweep in the Indian subcontinent, defeating India 3-0. The match appeared to be in India's favor while Rishabh Pant was batting, but his controversial dismissal triggered a collapse of the Indian batting order. With this victory, New Zealand became the first team in history to whitewash India in a three-match Test series on Indian soil. This milestone a

What began as a promising day for India quickly turned into a challenging outing during the third Test against New Zealand. After dismissing the visitors for 235 in their first innings, India found themselves in a precarious position at 86/4 by the end of Day 1. India's bowlers shone, with Ravindra Jadeja achieving his 14th five-wicket haul and Washington Sundar claiming four wickets to dismantle New Zealand's batting lineup at Wankhede Stadium. However, India's batting

As Day 1 of the 3rd Test between India and New Zealand unfolds at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Indian team has made a strong start by bowling out New Zealand for 235 runs. Ravindra Jadeja was the standout performer for India, claiming his 14th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, showcasing his exceptional skill and resilience on the field. Washington Sundar also played a crucial role in the bowling attack, contributing with four wickets, further solidifying India's dominance in the match

With the deadline for IPL player retention fast approaching, excitement among fans is reaching a fever pitch, particularly for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). According to a report by the Times of India, the franchise appears ready to retain star player Virat Kohli as their captain for the upcoming season. In a bid to engage their fan base, RCB recently shared a puzzle on social media, inviting fans to uncover the names of players hidden within. This fun activity hinted that the

West Indies wicket-keeper batter Nicholas Pooran is poised to be retained by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a staggering ₹20 crore, as reported by the Times of India. This potential retention could position Pooran as one of the most expensive players in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to sources, LSG has chosen Pooran as their first retention pick, while the future of KL Rahul remains uncertain as the team opts not to retain him. However, Pooran's

As the deadline for IPL 2025 player retentions approaches, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has shared a creative puzzle for their fans, featuring nine potential player names. This fun engagement comes as franchises prepare for the mega auction, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) setting a retention deadline of October 31. The players included in RCB's puzzle are cricketing stars Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Rajat Patidar, Faf du Plessis, Cameron Green, Glenn