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3rd ODI: England elect to field against India in Ahmedabad

The stage is set for the third and final ODI between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

12 Feb 2025

Big Bash League

Australian spinner Matthew Kuhnemann's bowling action under ICC scrutiny

Australian left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann has been reported for a suspect bowling action following the 2nd Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

12 Feb 2025

Ajinkya Rahane

Can Ajinkya Rahane return to India's Test side?

Former Indian vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane has reiterated his strong desire to make a comeback in Test cricket.

12 Feb 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Champions Trophy: Why Ajit Agarkar refrained from including Jasprit Bumrah 

Indian cricket team's star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy over fitness concerns.

12 Feb 2025

Alex Carey

Mitchell Starc withdraws from Champions Trophy; Australia revamp squad

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has pulled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy for personal reasons.

12 Feb 2025

Real Madrid

Champions League knockout play-offs: Real Madrid pip Manchester City 3-2

Real Madrid came twice from behind before beating Manchester City 3-2 in a crunch UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs first-leg clash at the Etihad.

12 Feb 2025

Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of ICC Champions Trophy

In a blow to the Indian cricket team, premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

11 Feb 2025

Ajinkya Rahane

Ranji Trophy: How Mumbai defeated Haryana to reach semi-finals

Mumbai made it to the 2024/25 Ranji Trophy semi-final after a stunning 152-run win over Haryana at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

ICC bans Bangladesh Women's Shohely Akhter over corruption: Details here

In a first, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has banned Bangladesh's off-spinner Shohely Akhter for five years on corruption charges.

11 Feb 2025

Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett unfazed by series defeat, eyes Champions Trophy victory

England's opening batsman Ben Duckett has said that a 0-3 ODI series defeat to India won't disrupt the team's rhythm.

11 Feb 2025

Chelsea FC

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly acquires 49% stake in Trent Rockets

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has successfully acquired a 49% stake in The Hundred franchise, Trent Rockets.

11 Feb 2025

Babar Azam

Babar Azam eyes this record of Hashim Amla in ODIs

Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam is on the cusp of breaking a world record. He could become the fastest player to reach 6,000 runs in ODIs.

11 Feb 2025

Babar Azam

Kane Williamson includes Babar Azam in cricket's 'Fab Four/Five'

Star New Zealand batter Kane Williamson has praised Pakistan's Babar Azam amid the ongoing Tri-Series, also involving South Africa.

11 Feb 2025

Indian Cricket Team

Tennis-ball cricket honed Rohit Sharma's pull shots: His childhood coach

Dinesh Lad, the childhood coach of Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma, has praised the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL).

11 Feb 2025

Gujarat Titans

Torrent Group to acquire majority stake in Gujarat Titans: Details 

The Torrent Group, a leading Indian business conglomerate, is set to acquire a controlling stake in the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Gujarat Titans.

11 Feb 2025

Graeme Smith

Graeme Smith hopeful of South Africa's ICC trophy win

Former South African cricket captain, Graeme Smith, has sounded optimistic about the country's chances of winning an International Cricket Council (ICC) trophy this year.

11 Feb 2025

Aakash Chopra

Akash Chopra questions Yashasvi Jaiswal's place in Champions Trophy squad

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has cast doubts over Yashasvi Jaiswal's inclusion in the final 15 for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Jomel Warrican named ICC Player of the Month (January 2025)

West Indies's left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican has been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for January 2025.

Which player has the highest score on ODI debut?

South Africa's Matthew Breetzke scripted history by slamming a historic century on his ODI debut.

11 Feb 2025

Manu Bhaker

How Indian government would combat doping, age fraud among athletes

In a major policy shift, the Indian Sports Ministry has stopped giving cash prizes to junior athletes who win medals at international events.

11 Feb 2025

Kane Williamson

A look at fastest batters to 7,000 ODI runs

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson scripted history by scoring an unbeaten 133 against South Africa in the Pakistan Tri-Series.

11 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli

'Spotlight is unnecessary' - Sri Lankan great on Kohli's form 

Former Sri Lankan cricket captain Arjuna Ranatunga has weighed in on the constant scrutiny of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli's performance.

11 Feb 2025

Pakistan Cricket Team

ODI tri-series: Pakistan meet South Africa in virtual semi-final  

The third match of the ongoing ODI tri-series will be played between Pakistan and South Africa at the National Stadium in Karachi on February 12.

Can England avoid whitewash against dominant India? 3rd ODI preview 

The stage is set for the third and final ODI between India and England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

11 Feb 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Pakistan go pace heavy for Champions Trophy: Analyzing their squad 

Pakistan are gearing up to defend their title in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, starting February 19.

WPL 2025: All you need to know about the tournament

The much-awaited third season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) will start on February 14, 2025.

11 Feb 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Analyzing South Africa's strengths and weaknesses

Team South Africa, a powerhouse in international cricket, is all set for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

11 Feb 2025

Ajinkya Rahane

Ranji Trophy: Skipper Ajinkya Rahane shines with century in quarter-finals

Mumbai skipper Ajinkya Rahane has been on fire in the ongoing Ranji Trophy quarter-final match against Haryana.

11 Feb 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Afghanistan's Champions Trophy squad: Decoding their strengths and weaknesses

Afghanistan's cricket team is preparing for the 2025 Champions Trophy and many eyes will be on the team.

11 Feb 2025

Devon Conway

Tri-series: Williamson praises Conway's 'outstanding' performance against South Africa

Former New Zealand cricket team captain Kane Williamson has praised Devon Conway for his brilliant performance in the recent tri-series ODI match against South Africa in Lahore.

11 Feb 2025

Mitchell Santner

New Zealand's 2025 Champions Trophy squad: Strengths and weaknesses

New Zealand have announced their squad for the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy, led by Mitchell Santner. This will be his first time captaining the team in a global event.

Torrent Group to acquire majority stake in IPL's Gujarat Titans

The Ahmedabad-based Torrent Group, a leading Indian business conglomerate, is set to acquire a majority stake in 2022 IPL champions, Gujarat Titans (GT).

11 Feb 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Zaheer Khan warns Gambhir's 'flexible' approach could backfire

Former Indian cricketer and a key player in the 2011 ODI World Cup, Zaheer Khan has raised concerns over Gautam Gambhir's flexible coaching strategy for Team India.

11 Feb 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Srikkanth criticizes Gambhir for altering KL Rahul's batting position

Former Indian cricket team captain, Kris Srikkanth, has slammed the team management's decision, led by Gautam Gambhir, to alter KL Rahul's batting position in the ongoing ODI series against England.

11 Feb 2025

Mumbai Indians (MI)

Mumbai Indians acquire 49% stake in The Hundred's Oval Invincibles

Mumbai Indians (MI), one of the most successful IPL teams, has invested heavily in England's 100-ball cricket league, The Hundred.

Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka name squad for Australia ODI series

Sri Lanka have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match ODI series against Australia.

10 Feb 2025

Test Cricket

Who is Ireland's Matthew Humphreys? His six-wicket haul downs Zimbabwe

Ireland's left-arm spinner Matthew Humphreys created history by taking a six-wicket haul in the one-off Test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo.

10 Feb 2025

Dasun Shanaka

Dasun Shanaka under scrutiny for allegedly faking concussion

Dasun Shanaka, the former Sri Lanka cricket team captain, is facing an investigation by the nation's cricket board.

10 Feb 2025

Kane Williamson

Kane Williamson becomes second-fastest to 7,000 ODI runs, surpasses Kohli

New Zealand cricket star Kane Williamson scripted history by scoring an unbeaten 133 against South Africa in the Pakistan Tri-Series.

10 Feb 2025

Devon Conway

Devon Conway slams his fourth ODI half-century: Key stats

Star New Zealand batter Devon Conway has slammed his fourth half-century in ODI cricket.