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Why is the new ball available after 80 overs (Tests)?
The new ball is one of the most important strategic tools in Test cricket, but it does not become compulsory after 80 overs.
Ranking the 5 greatest off-spinners in world cricket history
Off-spin has given cricket some of its most enduring match-winners, blending accuracy, drift, flight, turn and deception.
'Zero-percent chance': Atletico Madrid respond to Barcelona's Julian Alvarez interest
Atletico Madrid have dismissed FC Barcelona's interest in Julian Alvarez, stating there is a "zero-percent chance" of the Argentine forward moving to Camp Nou.
A look at players with most catches across formats
Indian captain Shubman Gill has been outstanding with his fielding in the Sri Lanka series, taking some brilliant catches.
Sunderland eye late move for Manchester City's Jack Grealish: Details
Premier League club Sunderland are reportedly considering a late move for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish.
Numbers that define the GOAT stature of Roger Federer
Tennis legend Roger Federer recently lit up Arthur Ashe Stadium, rolling back the years in his US Open 2026 exhibition matches.
England vs Pakistan, Lord's Test: Presenting match preview and stats
England are set to face Pakistan in the 2nd Test match at Lord's starting August 27.
Crystal Palace reject bid from Liverpool for Ismaila Sarr: Details
Liverpool have reportedly approached Crystal Palace over a potential deal for winger Ismaila Sarr.
US Open: Venus, Serena Williams receive wildcard entry in doubles
Tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams have been granted a wildcard entry into the women's doubles at the 2026 US Open.
Babar Azam declared fit to play in 2nd England Test
Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam has been declared fit to play in the second Test against England at Lord's.
SL vs IND: Kamindu Mendis slams his 7th Test half-century
India are on the verge of winning the second and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
Will Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez end up joining Manchester City?
Manchester City are considering a late bid for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez ahead of the transfer deadline.
Chelsea consider last-minute move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez
Chelsea Football Club are reportedly considering a last-minute transfer for Aston Villa's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez.
Manchester City sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi: Details here
Premier League giants Manchester City have signed 18-year-old Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille in a record-breaking deal.
Mitchell Starc dethrones Jasprit Bumrah atop ICC Test Bowling Rankings
Australian speedster Mitchell Starc has overtaken India's Jasprit Bumrah to become the top-ranked bowler in the ICC Test Rankings.
ICC Test Rankings: Rishabh Pant enters top 10 among batters
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has emulated his captain Shubman Gill to become the joint-highest-ranked Indian batter in the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's Test batting Rankings.
Colombo Test, Day 4: India eye win over resilient SL
Sri Lanka showed resilience against India on Day 4 of the 2nd Test at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo.
Afghanistan Premier League T20: Three franchises, 'Koh-E-Zafar' trophy unveiled
The Afghanistan Premier League T20 (APL T20) has unveiled its three franchises and the competition's trophy ahead of its inaugural season. The tournament will kick off on December 27, 2026.
SL's Pasindu Sooriyabandara misses his maiden Test ton: Key stats
After scoring a fine 80 (133) in the first innings, Sri Lanka batter Pasindu Sooriyabandara shone with an incredible knock in the 2nd Test against India in Colombo.
Dhananjaya de Silva gets past 2,000 runs in home Tests
Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva has completed 2,000 Test runs at home.
Bruno Fernandes, Khadija Shaw adjudged PFA Players of the Year
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw have been awarded the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Men's and Women's Player of the Year awards.
US Open: Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz lose mixed doubles quarter-final
Tennis legends Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz were ousted from the US Open mixed doubles tournament after losing the quarter-final.
Roger Federer shines on US Open return: All we know
Roger Federer made a stunning return to the US Open, winning two exhibition matches at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday.
Duleep Trophy: Abid Mushtaq helps North Zone beat West Zone
In a stunning display of spin bowling, Jammu and Kashmir's Abid Mushtaq led North Zone to a 52-run victory over West Zone in the 2026 Duleep Trophy quarter-final.
Colombo Test: Prasidh, Sudhar take three-fers; Sri Lanka bowed out
India bowled out Sri Lanka for 290 in the first innings of the 2nd Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo.
Why BCB denied Shoriful Islam NOC for county cricket
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has refused to give fast bowler Shoriful Islam a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for a County Championship stint with Kent.
SL's Sonal Dinusha scores second successive Test ton versus India
Sonal Dinusha once again bolstered Sri Lanka against India, this time in the 2nd Test at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo.
SL vs IND: Will Rishabh Pant continue in 2nd Test?
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has expressed concern over Rishabh Pant's fitness for the ongoing Colombo Test.
Carlos Alcaraz's US Open journey in numbers
Reigning US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz is set to return to competitive tennis at this year's US Open.
'Asian Games are coming...': Sreejesh slams Indian hockey management
Former goalkeeper and two-time Olympic bronze medallist PR Sreejesh has slammed the Indian hockey management for their poor performance in the World Cup.
Morne Morkel praises Prasidh Krishna's mental toughness in SL Tests
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has praised pacer Prasidh Krishna for his exceptional performance in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka.
Will Ishan Kishan return to Test cricket? Details here
Ishan Kishan, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has expressed his desire to play the Test format.
Joe Root 'hacked off' over Brydon Carse's nightclub incident
England cricket captain Joe Root has expressed his disappointment over the recent nightclub incident involving fast bowler Brydon Carse.
Why Team India lost successive WTC finals: Key takeaways
India still have a chance to reach the 2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final.
These teams will have new head coaches in IPL 2027
Two of the Indian Premier League (IPL)'s most prominent franchises are already set for changes in the coaching staff.
ICC ODI World Cup 2027: What can be India's XI?
With the ICC ODI World Cup more than a year away, India's core seems to be in shape.
SA20 league injects $406 million into South Africa's economy
The fourth season of the SA20 League has made a major contribution to South Africa's economy, injecting $406 million into the country's gross domestic product (GDP).
Colombo Test: India still on top despite Sri Lanka's resilience
Sri Lanka staged a valiant fightback on the third day of the second Test against India in Colombo.
Will legend Roger Federer return to ATP Tour? He answers
Tennis legend Roger Federer is set to make his long-awaited return to the US Open.
Anaya Bangar gets Cricket Australia clearance after gender transition
Anaya Bangar, a former Mumbai Under-19 cricketer who underwent gender-affirming surgery in March, has been cleared to participate in female Community Cricket in Australia.
Sonal Dinusha slams third successive 80-plus score vs India (Tests)
Sonal Dinusha, a young Sri Lankan all-rounder, has been a major challenge for the Indian team in the ongoing Test series.
Three Ranji teams for UP: Gen Z cricketers' peculiar demands
A group of young cricketers and their parents staged a protest at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday.
East Zone thrash North East Zone in Duleep Trophy quarter-final
In a one-sided display, East Zone thrashed North East Zone by an innings and 210 runs in the 2026 Duleep Trophy quarter-final in Bengaluru.
Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya sanctioned for this reason
Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya has been reprimanded and given one demerit point for violating the ICC Code of Conduct.
Duleep Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi claims two wickets in an over
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old vice-captain of East Zone, made a stunning comeback with the ball after a disappointing batting performance in the Duleep Trophy quarter-final.
SL's Pasindu Sooriyabandara slams 80 in his second Test: Stats
Pasindu Sooriyabandara has been the lone warrior for Sri Lanka in the ongoing second Test against India in Colombo.
Can Team India still reach WTC final? Rahul Dravid opines
Former Indian cricket team head coach, Rahul Dravid, believes that the Men in Blue still have a shot at making it to the World Test Championship (WTC) final.
Is Rishabh Pant the most destructive number-five in Test history?
Rishabh Pant, the dashing Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has been on song in the ongoing two-Test series against Sri Lanka.
Colombo Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal grabs stunner to dismiss Lahiru Udara
Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons in the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Kamindu Mendis races past 1,500 Test runs: Key stats
Sri Lankan batting ace Kamindu Mendis has completed the milestone of 1,500 Test runs.
Listing batters with most Test sixes away from home
Rishabh Pant has broken another record in Test cricket, surpassing Australian legend Adam Gilchrist to become the third-highest six-hitter in the format.
Unusual! Pakistan women's team plays T20s against men's side
In an unusual move, the Pakistan women's cricket team has played T20 matches against a men's side to prepare for the upcoming Women's Asia Cup.
Vaughan wants severe punishment for misbehavior amid Carse's nightclub controversey
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan has called for a severe punishment to deter misbehavior in the team.
SL-IND, 2nd Test: Will rain play part on Day 3?
Team India is in a strong position in the second Test match against Sri Lanka. However, the weather could play a major role on Day 3 in Colombo.
Carlos Alcaraz gears up for US Open after injury layoff
Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish tennis sensation and reigning US Open champion, has opened up about his long-awaited return to competitive tennis.
Harry Brook averages 84.72 against Pakistan in Tests: Stats
England batter Harry Brook fell short of a century in the 1st Test against Pakistan at Headingley.
Joe Root averages 53.04 at Lord's in Tests: Key stats
England are set to face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, the Home of Cricket.
Reliving England's Test record at Home of Cricket
England are set to face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, the Home of Cricket.
Argentina eliminate India from 2026 FIH World Cup: Key details
Team India has been knocked out of the 2026 FIH World Cup after a 3-5 defeat against Argentina.
Brydon Carse withdrawn from Pakistan Test; nightclub incident sparks investigation
Fast bowler Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from England's squad for the second Test against Pakistan.
IPL 2027: 3 teams which can target Ben Stokes
Despite announcing his retirement from international cricket, England all-rounder Ben Stokes remains a hot commodity in franchise cricket.
Rishabh Pant breaks this record of legendary MS Dhoni
Rishabh Pant has become India's highest run-scorer among designated wicket-keepers in away Tests, including neutral venues.
'My grandfather was..': Dhruv Jurel on his Colombo century celebrations
Indian batter Dhruv Jurel celebrated his second Test century with a special tattoo reveal.
Asitha Fernando shines vs India, claims four-fers in successive Tests
India declared their first innings at a commanding 503 for nine on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
2nd Test: SL face daunting task after India's massive declaration
Team India has declared its first innings at a massive 503 /9 against Sri Lanka in the ongoing second and final Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) ground in Colombo.
Ibrahim Zadran set to lead Afghanistan in India T20I series
Ibrahim Zadran is set to lead Afghanistan in their upcoming three-match T20I series against India.
BCCI seeks new Junior Cricket Committee: Why it matters
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is looking to give its new Junior Cricket Committee a wider mandate.
Usain Bolt's 100m record broken! Not by a human
A Chinese humanoid robot has broken the men's 100-meter world record held by Jamaican sprinting legend Usain Bolt.