Cricket

Abhishek Sharma crowned ICC Men's Player of the Month for Sep

The Indian opener's consistency and fearless play have quickly made him one of the most exciting talents in world cricket, and he was thrilled to claim the award ahead of teammate Kuldeep Yadav and Zimbabwe's Brian Bennett. During the tournament, he topped the run-charts with 314 runs in six innings at an average of 44.85 and a strike rate of 200.00, with three fifties and a best score of 75.

2025-10-16T11:47:30.126467+00:00 IST

Has to focus on his performance: Mishra on Rohit

Former leg-spinner Amit Mishra believes that being relieved of the captaincy burden could turn into an asset for veteran opener Rohit Sharma during his return to the international circuit in the first ODI against Australia on Sunday.

2025-10-16T09:34:05.931658+00:00 IST

Dhoni as captain, wicketkeeper was above everyone else: Parthiv

Former wicketkeeper batter Parthiv Patel believes there is no comparison between 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni and former Sri Lanka maestro Kumar Sangakkara, as the legendary Indian was "above everyone else" as a wicketkeeper and captain.

2025-10-16T09:03:49.772876+00:00 IST

Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants as strategic advisor

New Zealand batting stalwart Kane Williamson has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as a strategic advisor ahead of the Indian Premier League's (IPL) next edition.

2025-10-16T09:03:19.154427+00:00 IST

Watson outlines massive challenge for Rohit, Virat

While Watson believes a warm reception awaits the batting bigwigs in Australia, he outlined the challenge that the duo could encounter while being just a one-format player. He predicted the end of India's flawless run in ODIs this year.

2025-10-16T07:17:15.413595+00:00 IST

England to win 3-1: Harmison drops bold prediction for Ashes

Australia's tormentor in the 2005 Ashes, former speedster Steve Harmison, has predicted that England's talismanic batter, Joe Root, will break his century hoodoo down under and be fundamental to bringing the urn home for the first time since 2015.

2025-10-16T06:30:40.714152+00:00 IST

Virat Kohli drops cryptic post days before international return

India's batting mainstay Virat Kohli dropped a cryptic post about failure days before making his international return during the first ODI against Australia in Perth on Sunday.

2025-10-16T05:23:49.349685+00:00 IST

"Need to be very smart": Ishan Kishan reveals ambition

Out-of-favour India batter Ishan Kishan is focused on the present and wants to enjoy every opportunity that falls his way, irrespective of the level of cricket he is playing in.

2025-10-16T04:19:47.551189+00:00 IST

Aakash Chopra picks India's playing XI for first ODI against AUS

Former cricketer-turned commentator Aakash Chopra prophesied India's final XI for the ODI series opener against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday and surprisingly omitted a couple of key starters.

2025-10-16T03:29:35.506801+00:00 IST

Kohli was training during big lay-off that he had: Karthik

Ahead of the ODI series against Australia, former India cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor Dinesh Karthik has revealed that stalwart batter Virat Kohli is determined to make a comeback for the 2027 World Cup, having resumed regular training during his recent break in London.

2025-10-15T20:56:13.397626+00:00 IST

Hosts announce strong squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025

Hosts Hong Kong, China announced their squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2025, scheduled to be held from November 7-9 this year at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong.

2025-10-15T19:46:44.754904+00:00 IST

Afghanistan Cricket Board name squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025

The Afghanistan Cricket Board named its seven-man squad for the Hong Kong Sixes tournament, which is scheduled to be played from November 7 to 9, at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong, as per a release from Hong Kong Sixes.

2025-10-15T19:46:02.679324+00:00 IST

Morkel, Siraj, Axar departs for white-ball series in Australia

The other members of Team India's white-ball contingent departed for Australia from New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday evening, following the morning departure of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and others.

2025-10-15T18:45:48.376549+00:00 IST

Nepal and Oman secure T20 World Cup 2026 spots

Nepal and Oman on Wednesday secured their spots through the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which will take place next year in India and Sri Lanka. One more team will qualify for the mega event from this competition.

2025-10-15T18:42:38.116766+00:00 IST

Pakistan's hopes of win dashed as rain interrupts match

After the rain break, England managed to recover slightly thanks to a 47-run stand for the ninth wicket between Charlie Dean and Emily Arlott

2025-10-15T18:26:26.011661+00:00 IST

Bharat, Ishan slam centuries on opening day of Ranji Trophy

The 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season got underway with two familiar names, KS Bharat and Ishan Kishan making strong statements with the bat on the opening day. Both wicketkeeper-batters notched up centuries for their respective sides, marking an impressive start to the domestic season, as per Wisden.

2025-10-15T18:03:39.822255+00:00 IST

Mayor's New World T20 to be played in Florida from November 5 to 16

Mayor's new World T20 Cricket League will be held at Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida, from November 5 to November 16 this year

2025-10-15T18:01:41.042897+00:00 IST

Cook backs Ollie Pope to bat at No. 3 for England in Ashes

Former England skipper Alastair Cook has shown his support towards right-hand batter Ollie Pope to take the crucial No. 3 spot in the upcoming Ashes series against Australia, saying it is "quite an easy decision" given Pope's experience, leadership and track record as a "hundred-maker."

2025-10-15T17:32:05.243642+00:00 IST

Ibrahim Zadran fined 15% for equipment abuse in AFG-BAN ODI

According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), Zadran was found guilty of violating Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which pertains to the "abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match."

2025-10-15T17:30:09.598984+00:00 IST

Gautam Gambhir on Shubman Gill’s captaincy

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has shared his observations on Shubman Gill's leadership, praising the youngster's temperament while also underlining the challenges that lie ahead for him as a captain.

2025-10-15T17:14:34.321918+00:00 IST

Afghanistan rest Rashid Khan for one-off Test against Zimbabwe 

Afghan star spinner Rashid Khan has been rested for the one-off Test against Zimbabwe as a precautionary measure to ensure his fitness and long-term performance ahead of upcoming international assignments, as per the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). However, the star leg-spinner will return to lead the side in the three-match T20I series that follows, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-10-15T16:25:46.407539+00:00 IST