Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has provided a crucial update on star pacer Jasprit Bumrah’s availability for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Speaking at a pre-season press conference in Mumbai, Jayawardene confirmed that Bumrah will miss the initial matches of the tournament due to a stress-related back injury sustained during the…
Pakistan’s ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan has found himself at the center of controversy after being accused of “insulting” the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The criticism stems from Rizwan’s decision to play club cricket instead of participating in the PCB-organized National T20 Cup. This move has sparked outrage among cricket pundits and former players, with calls…
New Zealand’s star leg-spinner Ish Sodhi has etched his name in the history books by becoming the 10th highest wicket-taker for the Black Caps across all formats. The milestone was achieved during the second T20I against Pakistan in Dunedin, where Sodhi claimed two crucial wickets, taking his career tally to an impressive 264 dismissals. A…
As the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) prepare for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, all eyes are on their newly appointed captain, Rishabh Pant. Acquired for a record-breaking ₹27 crore in the IPL mega auction, Pant is determined to lead the franchise to its maiden IPL title. Proactive Leadership Approach Pant has emphasized the…
As the defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up for the 2025 season with high hopes of securing their fourth title. With a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent, KKR aims to replicate their dominant performance from the previous year. SWOT Analysis Strengths: Weaknesses: Opportunities:…
In a tragic incident, Pakistan-origin cricketer Junaid Zafar Khan passed away during a club-level cricket match in Adelaide, South Australia, on March 15, 2025. The match, played under extreme heat conditions, saw temperatures soar to 41.7°C, leading to the unfortunate collapse of the 40-year-old cricketer on the field. Junaid, representing the Old Concordians Cricket Club,…
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have received a significant boost ahead of the IPL 2025 season as their star pacer, Mayank Yadav, has resumed bowling at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. The young speedster, who has been out of action since October 2024 due to a back injury, is now on track to rejoin…
The International Masters League (IML) 2025 final in Raipur witnessed high drama as cricketing legends Yuvraj Singh and Tino Best were involved in a heated altercation. The incident occurred during the 13th over of India’s chase against the West Indies Masters, adding an unexpected edge to the otherwise thrilling contest. The altercation began when Tino…
Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has taken a sharp dig at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, accusing him of lacking cricketing knowledge. Afridi’s remarks come in the wake of Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where the team failed to progress beyond the group stage. Speaking during an interview…
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…
