Cricket

Rajeev Chandrasekhar targets Rahul Gandhi over Afridi remarks  

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi following remarks of former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi and said "a man is defined by his enemies and is known by his friends".

2025-09-17T18:27:12.799879+00:00 IST

PM Modi's 75th birthday: Virat Kohli, KL Rahul extend wishes

Veteran Indian batters Virat Kohli and KL Rahul on Wednesday extended their heartfelt greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday.

2025-09-17T17:49:04.737532+00:00 IST

Ramiz Raja questions match referee Pycroft's neutrality

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja has launched a scathing tirade on ICC match referee Andy Pycroft, questioning his neutrality and classifying him as "favourite" for the Indian team.

2025-09-17T17:29:48.477810+00:00 IST

ICC clears Andy Pycroft of all allegations claimed by PCB

After the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) dropped a startling statement claiming that match referee Andy Pycroft had apologised to Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and Naveed Akram Cheema, the team manager and the International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed its willingness to investigate the violation of the Code of Conduct, the international board has cleared Pycroft of all allegations after finding him non-guilty of any offence, according to sources.

2025-09-17T16:42:56.338112+00:00 IST

Mandhana's century powers India to a thrashing win over Australia

Australia women's team streak of 13 straight ODI wins has ended. This is Australia's biggest defeat in terms of runs in an ODI. This is India's first home win in ODIs against Australia since 2007; the last win came at Chepauk in February 2007.

2025-09-17T16:37:03.870396+00:00 IST

Asia Cup: UAE win toss, opt to field against Pakistan

UAE captain Muhammad Waseem won the toss and opted to bowl against Pakistan in the group stage match of the Asia Cup.

2025-09-17T15:25:18.351319+00:00 IST

Pakistan team leaves for Dubai Stadium, match against UAE delayed

Amid the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) threat to boycott the fixture against the UAE, the Pakistan team arrived at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday.

2025-09-17T13:49:10.393738+00:00 IST

With hour left for toss, Pakistan team yet to reach Dubai Stadium

Amid PCB's threat to boycott the tournament, the Pakistan team is yet to arrive at the Dubai International Stadium with barely more than an hour left for the toss to take place for their must-win final group stage clash against the UAE at the ongoing Asia Cup on Wednesday.

2025-09-17T13:05:13.548525+00:00 IST

Amit Mishra slams Yousuf for derogatory remarks on Suryakumar

Former leg spinner Amit Mishra lampooned ex-Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf for stooping to a new low after using a derogatory remark to abuse India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav.

2025-09-17T12:50:37.914969+00:00 IST

Kapil Dev on India-Pakistan handshake controversy

Former India captain Kapil Dev reflected on Indian cricketers refusing to shake hands with their Pakistani players after their recent match in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup, stressing that the focus should be on the game rather than making a big deal out of small things.

2025-09-17T12:48:06.079127+00:00 IST

Mandhana's second-fastest ton for India crumbles records

A handful of records toppled when Smriti Mandhana notched the fastest ton in ODIs for India at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium during the second fixture against Australia on Wednesday.

2025-09-17T12:01:53.435602+00:00 IST

PM Modi's 75th birthday: Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev extend wishes

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates his 75th birthday on Wednesday, the nation came together to shower him with warm wishes and messages, including a special greeting from legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar.

2025-09-17T11:54:38.605490+00:00 IST

Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out of Australia ODIs

The BCCI Medical Team will continue to monitor Rodrigues' recovery as the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 is less than two weeks away and the batter is expected to play a key role in India's campaign.

2025-09-17T10:59:53.431543+00:00 IST

Chakaravarthy is new no. 1 in ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings 

Spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has become the third Indian player to top the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings after economical spells in his team's first two matches of the Asia Cup being played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as per a media release from ICC.

2025-09-17T09:42:39.645131+00:00 IST

Mayor’s New World T20 to be played in Houston from Nov 5 to 15

The Mayor's New World T20 Cricket League, the electrifying new cricketing spectacle in the USA, will be held at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston from November 5 to November 15, as per a release from the Mayor's New World T20 Cricket League.

2025-09-17T07:19:47.302806+00:00 IST

As PM Modi turns 75, Indian cricketing fraternity extends wishes.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75 on Wednesday, and on the special occasion, former and current Indian cricketers took to social media to shower their wishes on the country's leader. From legends of the game to active stars, the cricketing fraternity shared heartfelt messages, acknowledging the Prime Minister's vision and leadership.

2025-09-17T07:11:12.918820+00:00 IST

"If any misconduct is found, action will be taken”: Arun Dhumal

"The ICC will review any issues raised by Pakistan regarding the recent match, and if any official misconduct is found, appropriate action will be taken," Dhumal told reporters.

2025-09-17T06:39:08.917575+00:00 IST

"Indian team, BCCI and govt aligned": Irfan Pathan

"The cricketers, BCCI and the govt of India are aligned. Everything runs in the alignment of the situation and it is also an individual decision," Pathan said.

2025-09-17T05:44:29.593012+00:00 IST

Ravichandran Ashwin turns 39

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India's finest bowling all-rounders, turned 39 on Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy that few in the game can match. For over a decade, Ashwin has been a symbol of skill, resilience, and cricketing intellect, giving Indian cricket moments to cherish both with ball in hand and with the bat.

2025-09-17T05:08:39.012518+00:00 IST

1st women's ODI: Proteas power past Pakistan by 8 wickets

Batting masterclass from Marizanne Kapp and Tazmin Brits helped South Africa to clinch the 1st ODI against Pakistan in Lahore by eight wickets, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-17T03:36:28.313846+00:00 IST

Bangladesh to support Sri Lanka? Captain Litton spills beans

Bangladesh captain Litton Das jokingly opened up about supporting Sri Lanka, who hold the key to the door that unlocks their qualification for the Super 4 following their nerve-jangling eight-run victory over Afghanistan at the ongoing Asia Cup. His counterpart, Rashid Khan, rued the missed opportunity of gunning down the target from a gettable distance and emphasised the need to learn ahead of their must-win clash against Sri Lanka.

2025-09-16T19:59:55.345015+00:00 IST