Legendary South African pacer Dale Steyn was overcome with emotion as the Proteas clinched their maiden ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title, defeating Australia in a dramatic final at Lord’s. Steyn, who never won an ICC trophy during his illustrious career, was on media duty when the moment unfolded—and it left him speechless. A Moment…
Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has voiced strong criticism over the exclusion of Sarfaraz Khan from India’s Test squad for the upcoming England series, calling it “not a good story” and questioning the selectors’ inconsistent approach. Sarfaraz Khan’s Omission Sparks Debate Despite a promising start to his international career—including a 150-run knock against…
In a bittersweet milestone, Indian hockey stalwart Manpreet Singh marked his 400th international appearance with a narrow 2-3 defeat against Australia in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024–25, held in Antwerp, Belgium, on June 15. Match Highlights India’s Struggles Continue This marks India’s sixth consecutive defeat in the European leg of the Pro League, despite…
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 kicked off with a bang as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Bayern Munich delivered emphatic victories in their opening group-stage matches, signaling their intent to dominate the expanded 32-team tournament. PSG Outclass Atletico Madrid in Pasadena At the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, PSG dismantled La Liga giants Atletico…
Five-time World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand showcased his brilliance at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships, securing a 31-move victory over India’s No. 1 player, Arjun Erigaisi. Despite the win, Anand was spellbound by Erigaisi’s ability to generate tactics out of thin air, praising his creative and unpredictable style. Anand’s Insights on Erigaisi’s…
South African batter Aiden Markram has etched his name in history with a magnificent century in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025 against Australia. As Markram’s unbeaten 102-run knock brought South Africa to the brink of a historic victory, an old tweet from Virat Kohli praising the Proteas star has resurfaced, going viral across…
Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has officially signed with Sydney Sixers for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) 15 season, marking his maiden appearance in Australia’s premier T20 tournament. The move comes after reports suggested that Babar was sidelined from Pakistan’s T20I plans, fueling speculation about his future in international cricket. Babar Azam’s Statement &…
Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has endorsed Sai Sudharsan as India’s No. 3 batter for the upcoming England Test series, citing his recent form and technical prowess. Harbhajan’s Recommendation & Selection Debate India’s New-Look Test Squad With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring, India’s top order is undergoing a major transition. Harbhajan believes Sudharsan’s sound…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially decided to keep the World Test Championship (WTC) final in England for the next three editions, rejecting calls from India and Australia to rotate the venue. ICC’s Decision & India’s Setback Pat Cummins’ Suggestion Overlooked Australian captain Pat Cummins had proposed that the previous winner should host the…
Despite India’s booming chess scene, securing prestigious titles like Grandmaster (GM) and International Master (IM) remains exceptionally difficult for aspiring players. Experts point to two key reasons why India isn’t the best place to achieve these milestones. 🔴 Key Challenges:1️⃣ Lack of Competitive Chess Events – India still does not host enough high-level tournaments, making…
