BCCI Drops Mustafizur Rahman from KKR Squad Amid Anti-Hindu Violence in Bangladesh

In a major development ahead of IPL 2026, the BCCI has instructed the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the directive, citing ‘recent developments’ and the ongoing anti-Hindu violence in Bangladesh. The decision follows a political storm where BJP leader Sangeet Som called […]

India vs SA 4th T20I Abandoned in Lucknow: Fog or Smog?

In this special report, India Today Principal Correspondent Samarth Srivastava investigates the cancellation of the 4th T20I between India and South Africa in Lucknow. While the BCCI and UP government cited fog as the reason, opposition parties claim smog caused the poor visibility. Reporting from the Ekana Stadium, Srivastava demonstrates the low visibility conditions faced […]

Gavaskar on Eden Pitch Row: Blame India’s Batting, Not the Wicket for South Africa Test Defeat.

On this special report, Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar weighs in on the controversy surrounding the Eden Gardens pitch after India’s Test match loss to South Africa. Gavaskar defends the wicket, aligning with Indian Head Coach Gautam Gambhir, and argues that the focus should be on the Indian team’s batting performance rather than the pitch […]

Karnataka Nurtures Future Champions: 4th Mini Games Concludes With Over 5,000 Young Athletes.

The 4th Mini Karnataka Games 2025, a week-long event for under-14 athletes, has concluded in Bengaluru. Organized by the Karnataka Olympic Association, the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, and the Sports Authority of Karnataka, the games featured over 5,000 participants competing in 27 sports. An official stated, ‘Future of our country will be relying […]

India’s Miracle Chase! Women Maul Aussies In Record Run To Enter World Cup Final

This special report covers the Indian women’s cricket team’s sensational victory over seven-time champions Australia to enter the World Cup final, focusing on key players Jemima Rodrigues and captain Harmanpreet Kaur. Rajdeep Sardesai called the performance, ‘truly one of the great chases in world cricket’. In a stunning display, India achieved the highest-ever run chase […]

Shami vs Agarkar: Pacer Slams ‘No Communication’ Over Aus Tour Snub

This special report focuses on the escalating controversy between senior Indian pacer Mohammed Shami and the BCCI’s selection committee, headed by chief selector Ajit Agarkar. Shami is quoted in the bulletin as saying, ‘The Indian team did not communicate with me regarding fitness. I am not the one who should inform them about my fitness.’ […]