Dhoni is the natural choice as captain of best all-format XI

The selection of Shubman Gill for the Asia Cup might be debatable. Not because he is not good enough, but because the Test series against the West Indies commences three days after the final there. He will soon be an all-format captain. T20 has evolved quickly thanks to the domestic franchises, and what, in another […]

PAK vs AFG: Afghanistan send out clear warning ahead of Asia Cup 2025 as Rashid Khan’s men stun Pakistan in Sharjah

Before the start of the ongoing T20I tri-series, Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan emphasized on playing good cricket. On Tuesday, Afghanistan played good cricket as Rashid Khan’s men stunned Pakistan by 18 runs at the Sharjah Cricket Ground, thus sending a clear warning to all the teams ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, which starts later […]

Alastair Cook suggests a change to new ball rule in Test cricket

London [UK], September 2 (ANI): Former England captain Alastair Cook suggested a new rule in Test cricket, that is to make the second new ball available at any point, but use it till 160 overs. Cook, who played 161 Tests for England and scored 12,472 runs for the Three Lions at an average of 45.35, […]

Cricket stands still! Why Pakistan and Afghanistan players observed silence before T20I clash in Sharjah | Cricket News

A one-minute silence was observed at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium before the start of the Pakistan-Afghanistan Tri-Series match (Image credit: Emirates Cricket Board) NEW DELHI: A one-minute silence was observed at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium before the start of the Pakistan-Afghanistan Tri-Series match, in memory of the victims of the devastating earthquake in Afghanistan and […]

ENG vs SA 1st ODI: Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram shine as South Africa thrash England by 7 wickets | Cricket News

South Africa produced a clinical performance to crush England by seven wickets in the opening one-day international at Headingley on Tuesday. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: South Africa produced a clinical performance to crush England by seven wickets in the opening one-day international at Headingley on Tuesday. The contest was effectively decided inside the first half […]

Next-gen Dravid: Samit Dravid to feature in tournament alongside Ajinkya Rahane, Prasidh Krishna | Cricket News

The likes of Rahul Dravid’s son Samit Dravid, Prasidh Krishna and Ajinkya Rahane will feature in the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial tournament (Images via X, Getty Images) The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) will kick off its new season with the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial tournament from Thursday, featuring some of the state’s […]

‘Don’t character assassinate’: R Ashwin backs Nitish Rana, praises him for handling Digvesh Rathi clash | Cricket News

R Ashwin lauded Nitish Rana for his restraint after the clash with Digvesh Rathi (Images via X/Screengrabs) Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has commended Nitish Rana for the way he handled himself after an on-field altercation with Digvesh Rathi during the Delhi Premier League Eliminator. The contest between West Delhi Lions and South Delhi Superstarz […]

Women’s World Cup 2025 Home World Cup can be double-edged sword, can’t just relax: Former India women’s coach

Former India Women’s Head coach WV Raman has urged the Indian team to stay grounded and avoid complacency of home advantage ahead of the upcoming thirteenth edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup. With the advantage of familiar conditions and home support, Raman believes India have a good chance to perform well but has […]

Gunsmoke and Enforcer catch the eye

Gunsmoke and Enforcer caught the eye when the horses were exercised here on Tuesday (Sept. 2) morning. Inner sand: 800m: Lightning Mcqueen (Yash) 54, 600/39. Moved freely. Timeless Fortune (Yash) 56, 600/41. Easy. Whisper (app), Abhayankar (Ritesh) 56, 600/42. Pair level. Madam Rich (P. Dhebe) 57, 600/42. Easy. Running Away (Shelar), Donatella (Ritesh) 55, 600/41. […]

BCCI invites bids for Team India lead sponsor after Dream11 exit; puts stricter rules as board seeks ‘reputed entities’

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited bids on Tuesday to replace Dream11 as the new lead sponsor for Team India. It also send a clear message that no companies dealing in real money gaming and cryptocurrency are eligible to apply due to a government ban on such entities. Dream11, who […]