In a significant development, England cricketer Harry Brook has been handed a two-year ban from the Indian Premier League (IPL) by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The decision follows Brook’s last-minute withdrawal from the 2025 IPL season, marking his second consecutive absence from the tournament. Brook, who was acquired by the…
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has heaped praise on the depth of talent in Indian cricket, calling it unparalleled in the world of sports. Speaking on the YouTube channel FanaticsTV, Starc highlighted India’s ability to field three competitive teams simultaneously across different formats—a feat he believes no other nation can achieve. “I think they [India]…
Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya has expressed his ambitious goal of securing 5-6 more ICC trophies for India, with the T20 World Cup 2026 being his next target. Following India’s back-to-back victories in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Pandya’s hunger for success remains undiminished. Reflecting on Past Triumphs Pandya, who…
India’s star batter, Shubman Gill, has been crowned the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025, adding another accolade to his illustrious career. Gill outshone Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips to clinch the prestigious title, thanks to his exceptional performances in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and the ICC Champions Trophy….
In a surprising turn of events, former Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz briefly came out of retirement to participate in a domestic T20 trial match, only to announce his re-retirement shortly after. The 39-year-old cricketer, who retired from international cricket in 2023, made headlines with his short-lived return to the field. Riaz played for the Lahore…
In a thrilling conclusion to their Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 campaign, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured an 11-run victory against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the iconic Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai, on March 11, 2025. Despite being out of the playoff race, RCB showcased their resilience and determination, ending their season on a high note. Batting…
Former Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram has praised the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Indian Premier League (IPL) for their pivotal role in India’s recent cricketing success. Speaking on the “Dressing Room” show, Akram highlighted the stability and efficiency of the BCCI, contrasting it with the challenges faced by the…
Lahore: Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has made a startling revelation about Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, claiming that Naqvi admitted to having no knowledge of cricket. Afridi shared these remarks during an interview with Samaa TV, sparking widespread debate about the leadership of Pakistan’s cricketing body. Afridi stated that while Naqvi…
Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is facing mounting pressure to suspend Afghanistan’s men’s cricket team due to the Taliban’s continued restrictions on women’s rights in the country. Human Rights Watch (HRW), a global advocacy organization, has written to ICC Chairman Jay Shah, urging immediate action against the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). In its letter,…
Kolkata: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), are all set to begin their campaign for the 2025 season. Under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, with Venkatesh Iyer as his deputy, KKR aims to secure their fourth IPL title. The team will kick off their journey against Royal Challengers…
