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Shreyas Iyer gets past 7,500 T20 runs: Decoding his stats
Team India captain Shreyas Iyer has crossed the 7,500-run mark in T20 cricket.
Naman Dhir becomes third Indian spinner with this T20I feat
West Indies were bowled out for 171 runs in 19.1 overs in the first T20I match against India in Lucknow.
India's squad for New Zealand T20Is: Bhuvneshwar Kumar returns
In a major development, veteran fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has returned to India's T20I squad.
BCCI invites applications for men's selection committee (senior team)
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for a position in its senior men's selection committee.
1st T20I: Hope, Rutherford hammer fifties versus India
West Indies captain Shai Hope continued his brilliant batting form into the first T20I against India at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday.
Novak Djokovic wins his 7th China Open title: Key stats
Novak Djokovic claimed his seventh China Open title on Tuesday, as Australia's Alex de Minaur was forced to retire due to a groin injury in the final.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has clocked these numbers in Women's ODIs
Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as the captain of the Indian women's cricket team in all three formats.
Harmanpreet Kaur clocked these stunning captaincy numbers in WT20Is
Harmanpreet Kaur, one of India's most successful cricket captains, has stepped down from her leadership role in all three formats.
Cameron Green ruled out of first SA Test with strain
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has been ruled out of the first Test match against South Africa due to an abdominal strain.
A look at Sourav Ganguly's greatest wins as captain
Sourav Ganguly, the legendary Indian captain, was recently appointed Delhi Capitals' head coach in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
PCB sells broadcasting rights at nearly half the reserve price
In another setback for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), its broadcasting rights for 25 international home games have been sold at nearly half the reserve price.
Carlos Alcaraz becomes third man to defend Japan Open title
Spanish ace Carlos Alcaraz defended his Japan Open title after beating Jiri Lehecka in the men's singles final.
Shoaib Bashir to retain ECB contract despite limited Test role
Shoaib Bashir, the 22-year-old spinner, is likely to keep his England central contract despite making just two Test appearances in the last year.
ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for September 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the nominees for the Men's Player of the Month award for September 2026.
Italy beat Turkey 3-1 in UEFA Nations League: Key stats
Italy continued their recovery in the ongoing UEFA Nations League with a convincing 3-1 victory over Turkey in Bologna.
Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly named Delhi Capitals head coach
In a major development, the legendary Sourav Ganguly has been appointed Delhi Capitals' head coach in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Nations League: France come from behind to beat Belgium 4-1
France staged a stunning comeback to beat Belgium 4-1 in the 2026 UEFA Nations League.
Michael Bracewell signs BBL contract with Melbourne Renegades: Details here
New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell has signed with the Melbourne Renegades for the upcoming 16th season of Australia's Big Bash League (BBL).
Prasidh Krishna likely to miss NZ ODIs: Here's why
Indian fast bowler Prasidh Krishna is expected to be out of action for at least three weeks, as per Times of India.
Ashutosh Sharma switches from Railways to Gujarat: Details here
Ashutosh Sharma, the Delhi Capitals batter in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has switched teams from Railways to Gujarat ahead of the 2026-27 domestic season.
Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India Women captain across formats
Harmanpreet Kaur, who led India to the historic Women's ODI World Cup last year, has stepped down from her role.
'Gautam Gambhir could rotate players in WI T20Is': Morne Morkel
Ahead of the first T20I against West Indies, India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has hinted at possible changes in the team's combination.
Ranji Trophy: Mumbai leave out Suryakumar Yadav for opener
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has announced a major change in its squad for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season.
Mayank, Prince are still learning their trade: Morne Morkel
India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has expressed his confidence in young pacers Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav ahead of the five-match T20I series against West Indies.
Not worried about competition for spots: Sai Sudharsan
Indian batting sensation B Sai Sudharsan has said that he is not worried about the competition for spots in the national team.
Sahibzada Farhan appointed Pakistan's new T20I captain for SL series
Sahibzada Farhan has been named the new captain of Pakistan's T20I team for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka.
Pakistan pull out of World Championship of Legends: Details here
The Pakistan Champions have withdrawn from the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) refused to issue No-Objection Certificates (NOCs).
Abhishek Sharma owns best strike rate in home T20Is: Stats
Team India is gearing up to take on West Indies in a five-match T20I series.
Team India has been invincible in Lucknow T20Is: Key stats
The first T20I match between India and the West Indies will take place on October 6 at Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
Unbeaten Novak Djokovic reaches seventh China Open final: Key stats
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic continued his unbeaten run at the China Open, reaching his record-extending seventh final.
'My duty': Abhishek Sharma on helping young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Ahead of the five-match T20I series against West Indies, star Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has praised the immense talent of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
How MS Dhoni's India scripted history on 2008/09 NZ tour
India are set to embark on a historic tour of New Zealand, featuring five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests.
These records of Rahul Dravid might never be broken
Players will come and go. Records will be broken. But legacies are built to last, and Rahul Dravid's fits here well.
Carlos Alcaraz reaches his fourth final of 2026 season: Stats
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz reached the 2026 Japan Open final after beating a spirited Jaume Munar.
Lucknow T20I: Will India draw first blood against West Indies?
After a thrilling ODI leg, India and West Indies are set to lock horns in a five-match T20I series.
'Selfless as captain': Gautam Gambhir hails Shreyas Iyer
Gautam Gambhir, India's head coach, has praised Shreyas Iyer's captaincy ahead of the upcoming T20I series against West Indies.
Is Mukesh Kumar in line for Test recall? Key stats
Mukesh Kumar's stellar performance in the recent Irani Cup has put him in line for selection in the upcoming Test series against hosts New Zealand, starting on November 19.
5 players to watch out for in India-West Indies T20Is
Team India is gearing up to host West Indies for a five-match T20I series, starting on Tuesday.
India vs West Indies, T20I series: Head-to-head record
After a thrilling ODI leg, India and West Indies are set to lock horns in a five-match T20I series.
4 batters who have been nightmares for India in ODIs
West Indies captain Shai Hope was at his best in the recent ODI series against India, scoring two tons in the three-match series.
Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi missed Afghanistan T20I series: Gautam Gambhir explains
Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir recently opened up on teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's long wait for an opportunity despite his stellar form.
Hong Kong Sixes: Bhuvneshwar Kumar to lead star-studded Indian team
The 2026 Hong Kong Sixes will see a star-studded Indian cricket team, led by experienced pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
India, West Indies penalized for slow over-rates in Chandigarh ODI
The Indian men's cricket team players have been fined 20% of their match fee for a slow over-rate in the third and final ODI against West Indies.
India A vs Australia A: Suryansh Shedge replaces Hardik Pandya
All-rounder Suryansh Shedge has been named as a replacement for injured Hardik Pandya in the India A squad for a three-match one-day series against Australia A, scheduled to be held in Puducherry.
When will Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma next play for India?
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma recently starred for India in the three-match ODI series against West Indies at home.
'India moved beyond him': Mohammed Shami's India comeback ruled out
Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has dismissed the possibility of Mohammed Shami's return to the national team.
3 batting records owned by captain Shubman Gill (international cricket)
Indian ace Shubman Gill's batting performance since taking over as captain has been nothing short of exceptional.
Novak Djokovic breaks this record of Rafael Nadal: Details here
Novak Djokovic has set a new record at the 2026 China Open, extending his unbeaten run at the ATP 500 event to 32 matches.
England to play warm-up match ahead of Australia ODIs: Details
England's cricket team will play a 50-over warm-up match against a Western Australia XI in Perth.
Michael Bracewell shifts to casual contract; NZC issues names replacement
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has announced that Michael Bracewell will be moving to a casual contract for the 2026-27 season.
Amir Jangoo included in WI's squad for India T20Is: Details
The Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the inclusion of wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo in their T20I squad for the upcoming series against India.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi returns to cricket after injury break
Angkrish Raghuvanshi, the young wicketkeeper-batter, is back on the cricket field after a long injury break.
Highest individual scores for India batting at number 5 (ODIs)
Batting at No. 5 in ODIs often demands adaptability, with players required to rebuild after early wickets or accelerate when the platform is already established.
Erling Haaland limps off during Norway's clash with Portugal: Details
Erling Haaland, the star striker for Manchester City, was seen limping off during Norway's recent clash with Portugal.
Marnus Labuschagne shines in warm-up match ahead of SA Tests
Marnus Labuschagne, a local from Klerksdorp, scored a quickfire century in Australia's final warm-up game ahead of their Test series against South Africa.
India's Kuldeep Yadav receives 'Impact Player of the Series' award
Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav has been awarded the 'Impact Player of the Series's title after India's 2-1 ODI series victory over West Indies.
Which openers are in ODI cricket's 10,000-run club? Check out
Opening an ODI innings consistently requires a rare combination of technique, endurance and the ability to control the tempo of a game.
George Russell expresses his disappointment at rain-hit Bahrain GP
George Russell, the Mercedes driver, expressed disappointment after retiring from what seemed like a podium finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday.
Has Akash Deep built his case for NZ Test tour?
Rest of India (RoI) clinched the prestigious 2026 Irani Trophy after defeating Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) by a whopping 167 runs in Srinagar.
Embarrassed Luka Modric reacts to Croatia's 7-0 loss against England
Croatia's captain Luka Modric has expressed his embarrassment over the team's poor performance in a recent UEFA Nations League match.
China Open, Novak Djokovic downs Alexander Zverez in quarters: Stats
Novak Djokovic has booked his place in the semi-finals of the China Open after defeating Alexander Zverev in a thrilling quarter-final encounter on Sunday.
Shai Hope took WI on his back, says Daren Sammy
West Indies cricket team head coach, Daren Sammy, has praised captain Shai Hope for his exceptional leadership during a historic ODI victory against India on Saturday.
A look at KL Rahul's memorable ODI knocks under pressure
KL Rahul once again showed his presence as India's crisis man, this time in the third and final ODI against West Indies in New Chandigarh.
'I have a mental blueprint for ODI batting': KL Rahul
Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has revealed that he has a mental blueprint for batting in different situations during ODIs.
These unique records of Sachin Tendulkar might never be broken
Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar is arguably the greatest batsman to have graced the sport.
Formula 1, Max Verstappen wins 2026 Bahrain GP: Key stats
Max Verstappen clinched his first win of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
Rafael Nadal open to coaching role? Spaniard drops hint
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has hinted at taking up a coaching role in the future.
China Open 2026: Nikola Bartunkova stuns Aryna Sabalenka, reaches landmarks
In a major upset, Czech player Nikola Bartunkova knocked world number two Aryna Sabalenka out of the 2026 China Open.
Irani Cup: Mukesh Kumar claims his 11th First-Class fifer
Rest of India clinched the 2026/27 Irani Cup title after defeating Jammu and Kashmir by a whopping 167 runs in Srinagar.
Sunil Gavaskar disappointed with Rohit Sharma? Here's why
India legend Sunil Gavaskar expressed his disappointment over Rohit Sharma's 92-run innings in the third and final ODI against West Indies.
Irani Trophy: Mukesh Kumar stars as ROI beat J&K
Rest of India (ROI) clinched the prestigious Irani Trophy after a dominant performance against Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in Srinagar.
Batters with most ODI centuries against India in India
West Indies skipper Shai Hope scored an unbeaten 162 against India in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh.
Batters with highest scores in an ODI run-chase against India
West Indies skipper Shai Hope scripted a host of records with an unbeaten 162 against India in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh.
Wicketkeeper-captains with the most centuries in ODI cricket
West Indies captain Shai Hope has created history by scoring an unbeaten 162 against India in the third and final ODI match in New Chandigarh.
Listing WI batters with 150-plus scores in ODI run chases
West Indies captain Shai Hope scripted a ton of records with an unbeaten 162 against India in the third ODI in New Chandigarh.