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Rohit Sharma spends quality family time with Samaira and Ahaan; video goes viral
India National Cricket Team batting icon Rohit Sharma is currently holidaying with his wife Ritika Sajdeh and their children, Samaira and Ahaan, in London after the recent ODI series in England.Several videos already went viral on social media where the f...
27.07.2026
ICC planning major expansion of Men's T20 World Cup following 2026 success: Report
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is planning another big change for the Men's T20 World Cup. After expanding the men’s T20 World Cup to 20 teams in 2024, the ICC is now considering increasing the number of participating teams to 24 from the 2032 ed...
27.07.2026
De Swardt extends Leicestershire One-Day Cup stint
South Africa all-rounder Ruan de Swardt extends his stay with Leicestershire Foxes for the rest of their One-Day Cup campaign.
27.07.2026
De Swardt extends Leicestershire One-Day Cup stint
South Africa all-rounder Ruan de Swardt extends his stay with Leicestershire Foxes for the rest of their One-Day Cup campaign.
27.07.2026
De Swardt extends Leicestershire One-Day Cup stint
South Africa all-rounder Ruan de Swardt extends his stay with Leicestershire Foxes for the rest of their One-Day Cup campaign.
27.07.2026
Goldsworthy century, Theedom's four tames Bears
Somerset captain strikes 103 before 19-year old seamer keeps Warwickshire at bay
27.07.2026
Tom Alsop signs three-year deal with Gloucestershire
Top-order batter joins Sussex exodus after six seasons at Hove
27.07.2026
Injured Hain out of Metro Bank Cup in Warwickshire blow
Bears 50-over captain picked up knee injury in opening game; Notts bring in Munsey after injuries to Haynes and Slater
27.07.2026
Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026: Opening ceremony pictures from New Delhi go viral
Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026: Opening ceremony pictures from New Delhi go viral. Take a look and find out in this story. The post Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026: Opening ceremony pictures from New Delhi go viral appeared first...
27.07.2026
Sunil Gavaskar explains why larger boundaries will benefit Indian batters
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has shared his valuable insights on increasing the boundary sizes in India for better preparation for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2027, so the batters get a better feeling of the major tournament, as in South Africa, Zim...
27.07.2026
Hardik Pandya linked with Delhi Capitals in blockbuster IPL 2027 trade involving Axar Patel
The IPL 2027 trade window and Hardik Pandya have once again returned to the headlines. After reports claimed that Hardik Pandya’s move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had hit a roadblock, Delhi Capitals (DC) have now entered the race to trade the Indian all-...
27.07.2026
Champions Cup returns as PCB unveils revamped domestic one-day competition
Seven matches will be played between four teams from August 11 to 18, with PCB organising the event as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup
27.07.2026
Kris Srikkanth backs THIS star’s return after Abhishek Sharma’s poor run, his name is…
Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth slams Abhishek Sharma after his poor performance against Zimbabwe and backed a star player as well. Take a look and read the full story. The post Kris Srikkanth backs THIS star’s return after Abhishek Sharma’s poor r...
27.07.2026
Babar Azam scripts history, becomes first batter to complete 4,500 runs across all formats
Pakistan National Cricket Team Test captain Babar Azam has added another special achievement to his already impressive international career. Babar Azam created history during the ongoing two-match Test series opener against the West Indies by crossing the...
West Indies 27.07.2026
Sunil Gavaskar calls for axing poor fielders after India's disappointing display in Zimbawe T20Is
The India National Cricket Team may have won the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe 3-0, but legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar was not completely satisfied with the team's overall performance. Sunil Gavaskar has strongly criticized India's poor fieldi...
27.07.2026
Alsop agrees Gloucestershire deal
Sussex coach Paul Farbrace says the county reluctantly agrees to let Alsop go because of their salary cap restrictions.
27.07.2026
Bashar regrets Rana's absence from Australia tour despite being 'extra cautious'
Bangladesh chief selector said Rana's side strain was "unfortunate", and that it's "hard to keep fast bowlers free of injuries"
27.07.2026
"We are much stronger": Wasim Jaffer sets high expectations for India ahead of Sri Lanka series
The India National Cricket Team is getting ready for the important Test tour of Sri Lanka, and Wasim Jaffer has already made a bold prediction. The former Indian opener believes that Shubman Gill has a much stronger squad than Sri Lanka and should win bot...
27.07.2026
Robertson receives first Scotland call-up as Ihsan & Jones return
Lyle Robertson receives a first senior Scotland call-up for August's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 series against Canada and the United Arab Emirates.
27.07.2026
Robertson receives first Scotland call-up as Ihsan & Jones return
Lyle Robertson receives a first senior Scotland call-up for August's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 series against Canada and the United Arab Emirates.
27.07.2026
Injured Hain out of Metro Bank Cup in Warwickshire blow
Bears 50-over captain picked up knee injury in opening game against Northamptonshire
27.07.2026
Abhishek Sharma under pressure! Ex-BCCI selector backs Sanju Samson's India XI return
The India National Cricket Team won the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe 3-0 without any trouble, but the young opener Abhishek Sharma’s dismal run has raised many eyebrows.Abhishek Sharma failed in all three matches in Zimbabwe after poor outings...
27.07.2026
"Should've kept it in-house": Clive Lloyd criticises ECB over Ben Stokes' nightclub controversy
Former World Cup-winning captain for West Indies Sir Clive Lloyd, in a recent interview with the Telegraph have talked about the nightclub controversy involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were they were involved in a physical altercation after which they...
West Indies 27.07.2026
'No More Rat Race': Sanju Samson drops blunt message for selectors on his India future
Sanju Samson has opened up about the big decision he had taken for himself even before helping India win the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The experienced wicketkeeper-batter revealed that he has decided that he will no longer worry about outside criticism or t...
27.07.2026
Goldsworthy extends Somerset deal to 2028
The current captain of Somerset's One-Day cup team is handed a contract extension until the end of the 2028 season.
27.07.2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi credits VVS Laxman, Hrishikesh Kanitkar for giving him the freedom to play
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi credited VVS Laxman and Hrishikesh Kanitkar for giving him the freedom to express himself, saying their backing and trust played a key role in his successful Zimbabwe tour. Take a look and read the full story to know all the details....
27.07.2026
How Data and Analytics Are Changing the Way Modern Cricket Is Played
Ball tracking, wearables and predictive models have rewritten cricket tactics. Inside the analytics revolution reshaping selection, bowling plans and workload.
25.07.2026
India Test squad for Sri Lanka series [Predicted]: Jasprit Bumrah call and injury issues
The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee is set to announce India's Test squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka on Monday. Ravindra Jadeja has recovered from his tennis elbow injury and is available for selection, while the selectors are awaitin...
27.07.2026
Wanindu Hasaranga withdraws run-out appeal against Avishka Fernando in remarkable act of sportsmanship
During the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 match no.13, between Jaffna Kings and Kandy Royals, a great sportsman's spirit was shown by the Royals’ spinner Wanindu Hasaranga towards Avishka Fernando, who was run out at the non-striker's end after the ball...
27.07.2026
"Matter of time. Be yourself": Suryakumar Yadav backs Abhishek Sharma after poor Zimbabwe series
Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav backed Abhishek Sharma after the opener's disappointing T20I series against Zimbabwe. After struggling for runs throughout the series, Abhishek shared an emotional message on Instagram and promised to learn from...
27.07.2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi opens up on dream Zimbabwe tour, VVS Laxman's support and Ishan Kishan's role
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making headlines once again as the 15-year-old batting sensation has created another record after his brilliant performance during India’s 3-0 T20I series win over Zimbabwe. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played a key role in India's first s...
27.07.2026
Virat Kohli purchases luxury Versova apartment worth nearly his IPL 2026 salary: Reports
Virat Kohli and actor Anushka Sharma have expanded their real estate portfolio by purchasing a luxury apartment in Mumbai. The new home is located in the Godrej Skyshore project in Versova and reportedly cost ₹18.29 crore, close to Kohli's ₹21 crore IPL 2...
27.07.2026
"Performance is mandatory": Deep Dasgupta sets condition for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's 2027 World Cup hopes
Former India wicket-keeper batter Deep Dasgupta has brushed aside the most important topic of Indian cricket, which is the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The two stalwarts of the India National Cricket Team have been in the headlines over the fut...
27.07.2026
Ajinkya Rahane shares emotional childhood story behind his cricket success, says ‘I’ll play for my parents…
Former India batter Ajinkya Rahane has shared an emotional childhood story about his father's silent sacrifice that inspired him to play for his parents and pursue his dream of representing India. Read the emotional story. The post Ajinkya Rahane shares e...
27.07.2026
De Klerk, Kelly seal London Spirit's first win after Kapp stars with ball
Trent Rockets struggle to recover from slow-paced start at Trent Bridge
27.07.2026
BCCI set to officially confirm Bangladesh tour soon as India-Afghanistan series faces delay
India's long-awaited white-ball tour of Bangladesh could finally happen after months of uncertainty. Actually, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) are now working together to plan a white-ball series in...
27.07.2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi open with Rohit Sharma? India’s next ODI opening before 2027 World Cup
Farokh Engineer has made a bold suggestion involving 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Shubman Gill. Here's why he believes India should make the big move. The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi open with Rohit Sharma? India’s next ODI opening before 2027 World...
27.07.2026
Jennings hopes match-winning 135 'kickstarts' quiet season
Lancashire opener's first hundred of summer sets up high-scoring win at Grace Road
27.07.2026
Craig wins the Overton battle to seal Rockets win
Brother versus brother closed out a Trent Bridge thriller as Spirit lose first two
27.07.2026
"Thank you to VVS Laxman sir" - Shreyas Iyer credits stand-in coach after India's 3-0 series sweep over Zimbabwe
Team India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer thanked stand-in head coach VVS Laxman after the team's 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe. Iyer stated that the former India batter played a major role in keeping the young squad confident with his guidance and motiv...
27.07.2026
"Let him open with Rohit Sharma" - India legend urges selectors to fast-track Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for 2027 World Cup
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Farokh Engineer has urged the selectors to include 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India's ODI squad ahead of the 2027 World Cup. He stated that Sooryavanshi should open the batting with former India captain Rohit Shar...
27.07.2026
Who am I? Guess The Hundred cricket star No 7
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
27.07.2026
Who am I? Guess The Hundred cricket star No 7
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
27.07.2026
Ravindra, Ferguson inspire Welsh Fire with Kiwi verve
Ravindra struck 98 before Ferguson took 4 for 25 to topple three-time winners MI London
27.07.2026
Ravindra Jadeja back in contention as India finalize squad for Sri Lanka Test series
Senior Team India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is available for selection ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka after recovering from a tennis elbow injury, as per Cricinfo. The national selection committee is expected to finalize India's squad on...
27.07.2026
"One area we want him to improve is…" - VVS Laxman's message to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after Zimbabwe heroics
Stand-in Team India head coach VVS Laxman praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for showing impressive maturity during the recent T20I series against Zimbabwe. However, the former India batter stated that the young opener must improve his fitness to su...
27.07.2026
VVS Laxman makes MASSIVE prediction on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, says ‘He will break all records’
VVS Laxman made a huge prediction after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's brilliant Zimbabwe series. Here's why the India coach believes the 15-year-old is destined for greatness. The post VVS Laxman makes MASSIVE prediction on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, says ‘He will br...
27.07.2026
Masood, Imam and Ali make it Pakistan's day
Pakistan trimmed their deficit to 112 by stumps on day two after WI were dismissed for 311
West Indies 27.07.2026
"Will be back stronger" - Abhishek Sharma breaks silence after disappointing Zimbabwe T20I series
India opener Abhishek Sharma shared an emotional message on Instagram after a disappointing T20I series against Zimbabwe. The left-handed batter admitted he was frustrated with his performances but promised to learn from the experience and come back stron...
27.07.2026
"Batted around 1000 balls for 3 hours" - Suryakumar Yadav shares intense training update
Former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav shared a training video on social media amid the India-Zimbabwe tour. The star batter posted clips of an intense batting session and fitness drills at the Vasoo Paranjape Cricket Academy in Mumbai, focusing on wi...
27.07.2026