Indian Cricket Team: News
The Indian Cricket Team governed by the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) represents India at international level in the sport of cricket. Cricket was first introduced to India by the British Empire in the 18th century and India was finally approved as a test playing nation in 1932. India has won the ICC world cup two times, in 1983 and 2011.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi included in India's Asian Games probables list
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old prodigy, has been named in India's 30-member probables list for the upcoming Asian Games.
'Very soon': Kumar Sangakkara backs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for international call-up
Rajasthan Royals (RR) coach Kumar Sangakkara has backed young prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for an international call-up.
IPL 2026: Can resurgent Bhuvneshwar Kumar return to Team India?
Continuing their dominant run, Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans to make their second successive IPL final.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's early debut could be risky: Aakash Chopra explains
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has advised caution over the rapid rise of young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
IPL 2026: 3 RCB players who can earn India call-up
Continuing their dominant run, Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first side to reach the IPL 2026 playoffs.
Should Rajat Patidar be included in India's T20I squad?
The incredible form of Rajat Patidar, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper, has sparked a fresh debate over his potential inclusion in the Indian T20I team.
India's Vijay Shankar signs with Kandy Royals for LPL 2026
Former Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar is set to play for Kandy Royals in the 2026 Lanka Premier League (LPL) season.
Kuldeep Yadav races to 250 wickets in T20s: Key stats
Delhi Capitals (DC) wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has raced to 250 wickets in T20 cricket.
'I got goosebumps': Prince Yadav on his maiden India call-up
Prince Yadav, a fast-rising star in Indian cricket, has opened up about the moment he learned of his maiden selection for the national team.
Shubman Gill surpasses 6,000 runs and 200 T20 sixes: Stats
Indian batter Shubman Gill attained dual milestones in T20 cricket.
India's hockey star invites Virat Kohli, RCB for fitness contest
Manpreet Singh, a prominent member of the Indian hockey team, has challenged Virat Kohli and his Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) squad to a fitness contest.
Anukul Roy replaces Harsh Dubey in India A squad
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a change in the India A squad for the impending 50-over tri-series in Sri Lanka.
Virat Kohli explains why he resigned as India's Test captain
Virat Kohli, India's most successful Test captain, has opened up about his decision to resign from the role in January 2022.
Explained: Why BCCI snubbed Mohammed Shami for Afghanistan series
Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of selectors for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has clarified why pacer Mohammed Shami was not picked for the upcoming multi-format series against Afghanistan.
India-Afghanistan series: KL Rahul replaces Rishabh Pant as Test vice-captain
In a major development, KL Rahul has replaced Rishabh Pant as India's vice-captain in Test cricket.
India to play two Tests against Sri Lanka in August
The upcoming Test series between Sri Lanka and India is scheduled to take place in the second half of August.
Mohammed Siraj completes 200 wickets in T20 cricket: Key stats
Gujarat Titans (GT) pacer Mohammed Siraj has attained a new milestone in T20 cricket.
Is Jasprit Bumrah open to lead in ODIs?
Jasprit Bumrah, the stand-in Mumbai Indians (MI) captain, has clarified his stance on leading the Indian cricket team in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
Rohit Sharma becomes second Indian with 12,500 T20 runs: Stats
Rohit Sharma has become the second Indian to complete 12,500 runs in T20s.
Virat Kohli becomes first Indian with 14,000 T20 runs: Stats
Veteran batter Virat Kohli became the first Indian to complete 14,000 runs in T20 cricket.
Dilemma over pacers' selection for Afghanistan Test? BCCI schedules meeting
The Indian cricket team's busy schedule has left the national selectors in a dilemma over the fast bowlers' selection for the upcoming one-off Test against Afghanistan.
'Didn't deserve to win': Rajat Patidar reflects on RCB-MI match
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar has admitted that his team did not deserve to win their recent IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI).
Has Sai Sudharsan struggled versus spinners in IPL 2026?
Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan has been in sensational form in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
Is Sanju Samson frontrunner to become India's next T20I captain?
Sanju Samson is emerging as the top contender to replace Suryakumar Yadav as India's next T20I captain.
Sairaj Bahutule likely to join Team India as spin-bowling coach
Former Indian cricketer Sairaj Bahutule is likely to join the national team as its spin-bowling coach, as per Cricbuzz.
'Not the season': Hardik Pandya's admission after defeat versus CSK
Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya has admitted that their current Indian Premier League season has not been up to the mark.
KL Rahul completes 8,500 T20 runs: Decoding his stats
Dashing Delhi Capitals batter KL Rahul has crossed the 8,500-run mark in T20 cricket.
Rishabh Pant to be dropped from India's ODI squad? Report
Indian batter Rishabh Pant could be dropped from the ODI squad, according to a recent report from Dainik Jagran.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes second Indian with 350 T20 wickets: Stats
Star pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has become the second Indian to take 350 wickets in T20 cricket.
Why BCCI wants Jasprit Bumrah to play all WTC Tests
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is looking to manage Jasprit Bumrah's workload ahead of the impending ICC World Test Championship (WTC) games and the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Abhishek Sharma races past 5,500 T20 runs: Key stats
Star Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has completed 5,500 runs in T20 cricket.
Why India could field reserves in one-off Test against Afghanistan
Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and Test skipper Shubman Gill are reportedly unhappy with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the scheduling of a one-off Test against Afghanistan.
Two Indian teams in T20Is? BCCI mulls move
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly mulling a revolutionary two-team structure for Team India in the T20Is.
Will Shreyas Iyer become India's next T20I captain?
As Suryakumar Yadav continues to struggle with his form in the ongoing 2026 Indian Premier League, Shreyas Iyer has emerged as a potential candidate for India's next T20I captaincy.
BCCI extends Ajit Agarkar's tenure as chief selector until mid-2027
Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of the BCCI senior selection committee, is set to continue in his role until June 2027, as per Indian Express.
Gambhir Gambhir eyes contract extension, backs SKY as T20I captain
Gautam Gambhir, the Indian men's cricket team head coach, is reportedly looking to extend his contract until the 2028 ICC T20 World Cup.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set for India debut? 15-year-old could break records
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland in June.
'Ultimate goal is...': Krunal Pandya eyes Team India return
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star Krunal Pandya has opened up about his desire to represent Team India again.
Sanju Samson completes 8,500 runs and 400 sixes in T20s
Chennai Super Kings star Sanju Samson has completed 400 sixes in T20 cricket.
India's oldest Test cricketer CD Gopinath passes away at 96
CD Gopinath, who starred in India's first-ever Test win in 1952, has passed away at the age of 96.
Mohammed Shami should play alongside Bumrah: Ganguly backs pacer's return
Former Team India captain Sourav Ganguly has called for the return of pacer Mohammed Shami to the national side.
IPL 2026: Yashasvi Jaiswal shatters records against Mumbai Indians
Rajasthan Royals hammered 150/3 in just 11 overs against Mumbai Indians in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
India to tour Zimbabwe for T20I series in July: Schedule
Zimbabwe Cricket has confirmed that India will tour the country for a three-match T20I series in July this year.
Will Mohammed Shami retire from international cricket? Veteran pacer reveals
Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami will only retire from international cricket when he feels "bored."
Jitesh Sharma recalls conversation with Hardik following T20 WC snub
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma has opened up about his chat with Hardik Pandya after being snubbed for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
'Outstanding white-ball captain': Sourav Ganguly praises MS Dhoni
The legendary Sourav Ganguly has once heaped praise on MS Dhoni, calling him one of the best white-ball captains.
Rinku Singh to be named UP's Regional Sports Officer: Details
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is all set to be appointed as a Regional Sports Officer (RSO) by the Uttar Pradesh government.
CSK honor 'World Champions' Samson, Dube, Mhatre with special memento
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) held a special pre-season event at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday, honoring their three World Champions: Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, and Ayush Mhatre.
'Nothing wrong with him': Ajinkya Rahane defends Varun Chakravarthy's form
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane has expressed his confidence in spinner Varun Chakravarthy's ability to bounce back in the upcoming IPL 2026 season.
Here's how Gill supported Abhishek amid latter's T20 WC struggles
Abhishek Sharma had a rough start in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with three consecutive ducks.
Indian chief selector Ajit Agarkar seeks extension: Will BCCI agree?
Ajit Agarkar, Team India's chief selector, has requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to extend his contract till the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup.
Central contracts 2025/26: Why BCCI could compensate Jasprit Bumrah
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced its annual player contracts for the 2025/26 season.
'India can field multiple teams': Suryakumar Yadav hails T20 pool
Suryakumar Yadav recently became the third Indian captain to win the ICC T20 World Cup title. He entered the record books as India beat New Zealand in the 2026 final in Ahmedabad.
'Ultimate goal': Shubman Gill eyes 2027 ODI World Cup title
Shubman Gill, India's ODI and Test captain, has set his sights on the 2027 50-over World Cup, calling it the "ultimate goal."
'Thought about hundred...': Sanju Samson on Gambhir's 'trophy-over-milestone' mindset
In a recent interaction at the India Today Conclave, Indian cricketer Sanju Samson opened up about the "trophy-over-milestone" policy enforced by head coach Gautam Gambhir.
'Just the start': Rohit Sharma on India's World Cup-winning streak
Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma has expressed his hope that the country's men's and women's teams will continue their World Cup-winning streak.
Here's how Abhishek Sharma's father supported him amid poor form
Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently opened up about the unwavering support he received from his father during a difficult phase in the T20 World Cup.
'Forever special': VVS Laxman recalls iconic partnership with Rahul Dravid
Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman has reminisced about his iconic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the historic India-Australia Test match at Eden Gardens in 2001.
BCCI considering extra ODIs for India ahead of 2027 WC
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering requests from several overseas cricket boards to add more One Day Internationals (ODIs) to India's schedule ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, according to a Indian Express report.
'Stupidest team of T20 WC': Michael Vaughan on South Africa
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has criticized the South African cricket team for their strategy in the recently concluded ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
'India on different level in white-ball cricket': Viv Richards
West Indies cricket legend Viv Richards has hailed the Indian cricket team's dominance in the white-ball formats.
Complaint filed against Hardik Pandya for insulting national flag
A complaint has been lodged against Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya for allegedly insulting the national flag during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 victory celebrations.
India's Jasprit Bumrah to focus more on ODIs: Details here
India's premier pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, is likely to focus more on ODI cricket than T20 Internationals in the near future.
ICC T20I Rankings: India's Ishan Kishan becomes second-ranked batter
India's stellar performance in the recently concluded ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has resulted in a major shake-up in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings.
'Degrading own players': Gautam Gambhir on Kirti Azad's temple criticism
Head coach Gautam Gambhir has defended Team India's decision to visit a Hanuman temple in Ahmedabad after winning the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Why Shivam Dube traveled home by train after T20 WC
All-rounder Shivam Dube, who was part of India's victorious squad in the recent ICC T20 World Cup, revealed that he traveled back to Mumbai from Ahmedabad by train.
Maharashtra CM honors T20 WC-winning players Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis honored Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, who played crucial roles in India's 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup title win.
'Fulfilled your dream...': Rinku Singh's emotional post for late father
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh paid an emotional tribute to his late father, Khanchand Singh, after India's ICC T20 World Cup victory.
'Met him before T20 WC': Suryakumar Yadav on Dhoni's advice
Suryakumar Yadav, who led India to the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup title, has revealed that he met former skipper MS Dhoni before the tournament.
These batters clocked half-centuries vs India in T20 WC finals
New Zealand finished as the runners-up of the recently concluded 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
T20 World Cup 2026: Sanju Samson bags this unique record
Indian batter Sanju Samson was adjudged the Player of the Tournament for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
IPL has shaped India's T20 cricket: Mitchell Johnson
Former Australian cricketer Mitchell Johnson has praised the Indian Premier League (IPL) for its role in shaping India's T20 cricket.
T20 World Cup final: Arshdeep Singh fined for this reason
Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has been fined 15% of his match fee for violating Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct.