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Virat Kohli scores and returns to London, doesn’t need domestic cricket: Mohammad Kaif

Former India cricketer turned commentator Mohammad Kaif has said that Virat Kohli no longer needs to play domestic cricket, as his hunger and passion to represent the country remain unmatched. Kohli continued his rich vein of form in the recent three-match series against New Zealand, scoring 240 runs from three innings. He played a splendid […]

‘Not even 5% of what Rohit Sharma has done’: India coach slammed by ex-teammate | Cricket News

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has strongly criticised India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate for his remarks on Rohit Sharma’s recent form in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand. Ten Doeschate had suggested that Rohit’s modest returns—scores of 26 and 24 in the first two matches—might be due to a lack of game time. […]

‘Second to none’: Ravi Shastri names one habit that separates Virat Kohli from the rest | Cricket News

India’s captain Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) Indian cricket’s next wave is being told, in no uncertain terms, that raw ability will only take them so far. What truly separates the elite from the rest is discipline, routine and an almost obsessive commitment to improvement. Ahead of India’s ongoing ODI series against New […]

14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes South Africa, hits 10 sixes in quickfire fifty | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (X-Cricbuzz) India were set a target of 246 after South Africa Under-19 were bowled out for 245, but the chase quickly became about one name. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, leading the side, walked out to open and immediately took control, lighting up the contest with a breathtaking start. The 14-year-old tore into the bowling from […]

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 […]

‘Never my intention to cause malice, couldve used a better word’: SA coach Conrad reflects on grovel remark made during Guwahati Test

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], December 6 (ANI): Following his side’s ODI series loss to India, South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad reflected on the usage of “grovel” word during the second Guwahati Test, saying that it was “never his intention to cause malice”, and he could have “chosen a better word”. Conrad, while speaking about […]

MS Dhoni takes Virat Kohli on a drive on Ranchi roads ahead of India vs South Africa ODI | Watch

Virat Kohli is back in India after months, thanks to the ODI series versus South Africa that is set to start later this week. The first thing he did after landing in Ranchi was visit MS Dhoni’s residence in Ranchi. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back at the pitch after India losing the two-Test […]

‘We’ll continue to fight’: Amid the storm, Test captain Shubman Gill backs Team India | Cricket News

Shubman Gill, left, and India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir talk during a practice session at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian men’s Test team captain Shubman Gill has called for patience, perspective and unity after India suffered their heaviest-ever defeat in Test cricket, going down by […]

‘Time well spent’: Rohit Sharma reveals how long break fueled his strong return in Australia | Cricket News

Rohit Sharma (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: After finishing as India’s highest run-scorer in the recently concluded ODI series against Australia, Rohit Sharma revealed on Sunday how a rare long break from international cricket helped him prepare mentally and physically for the challenging tour Down Under.Rohit, who has rarely enjoyed a 4-5 month gap in […]

IND vs AUS: A unique first for Virat Kohli in Australia | Cricket News

Virat Kohli dismissed for duck on ODI comeback as India reduced to 37/3 After 224 days, cricket fans around the world were eager to watch the iconic duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back in action for India. With the start of Diwali week, excitement and joy returned to fans as they tuned in […]