Cricket

Still want to play Test cricket: Ajinkya Rahane

Former captain and seasoned batter Ajinkya Rahane expressed his desire to play Test cricket for India, a format he loves, despite getting "no response" from selectors.

2025-07-12T14:10:56.413654+00:00 IST

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant breaks milestones for fun

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant dashed records for fun and earned a place in history after his tenacious effort with the bat on Day 3 of the third Test against England at the 'Home of Cricket', Lord's.

2025-07-12T13:27:47.101535+00:00 IST

Rahul-Pant 141-run partnership takes India to 248/4

An exceptional partnership of 141 runs between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant took India's total inch closer to England's score of 387 as the visitors finished the first session of the Lord's Test on Day 3 at 248/4 on Saturday.

2025-07-12T12:37:57.772995+00:00 IST

Ian Ward fumes at delay due to ball replacement in 3rd Test

Former cricketer Ian Ward gave his take on the "ridiculous" ball change which caused an unprecedented delay in the first session of Day 3 during the third Test between England and India at Lord's on Saturday.

2025-07-12T12:26:46.086618+00:00 IST

Fraser-McGurk, Xavier Bartlett included in Australia T20I squad

Australia made changes in their squad for the upcoming T20I series against West Indies as they brought in opener Jake Fraser-McGurk and pacer Xavier Bartlett to replace Spencer Johnson and Josh Hazlewood, respectively.

2025-07-12T11:05:14.230702+00:00 IST

Jonathan Trott applauds KL Rahul’s tactical discipline

KL Rahul's resilient half-century at Lord's on Day 2 of the third Test against England has drawn praise from experts, including former England batter Jonathan Trott, who lauded Rahul's tactical awareness and composure in challenging conditions.

2025-07-12T08:25:42.013382+00:00 IST

CWI echoes PM Mottley’s call for unity to return to glory

Prime Minister Mia Mottley calls for regional unity, strong governance, and renewed purpose to restore West Indies cricket to global prominence

2025-07-12T08:06:20.724424+00:00 IST

"It was fantastic": Anil Kumble hails KL Rahul’s gritty knock

"It was fantastic. A typical KL Rahul innings where he had to grind it out," JioHotstar expert Kumble said, reflecting on Rahul's performance.

2025-07-12T08:04:41.352627+00:00 IST

Kieron Pollard powers MINY into MLC 2025 final

Kieron Pollard may be a batting coach for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a fitting role at 38, but across the globe, including in Major League Cricket (MLC), he continues to operate as a full-fledged allrounder. On Friday night in Dallas, he reminded everyone just how vital he is to MI New York, smashing an unbeaten match-winning 47 off just 22 deliveries to steer his side into the MLC 2025 final. The Texas Super Kings, who seemed destined for the title clash, were left stunned as Pollard turned the tide, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-07-12T06:48:17.421515+00:00 IST

Pat Cummins to miss South Africa white-ball series

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins is set to sit out next month's white-ball series against South Africa as he shifts focus to building up his fitness ahead of the Ashes later this year, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-07-12T04:20:01.244614+00:00 IST

Australia mull leaving out Nathan Lyon for Sabina Park Test

The combination of the pink ball and the conditions at Sabina Park has prompted Australia to reassess the balance of their playing XI, with captain Pat Cummins not ruling out the possibility of dropping veteran spinner Nathan Lyon in favour of an extra fast bowler, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-07-12T03:44:13.594257+00:00 IST

'Well done to both teams': Jay Shah as Italy, Netherlands qualify

India, the defending champions, will host the tournament along with Sri Lanka in 2026, with the growing list of qualified teams promising a truly global showcase of T20 cricket.

2025-07-12T02:48:19.162083+00:00 IST

Bumrah's hilarious response while recalling most memorable moment

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah invoked laughter when a reporter's wife called as he recalled his most memorable moment and tackling with judgment during a press conference after the end of the second day's play in the third Test against England at Lord's.

2025-07-11T21:38:57.734700+00:00 IST

"It was a good score in 1st innings...": Root following day two

A fighting half-century from KL Rahul and the return of wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as a batter following a finger injury were key positives as TeamIt' India ended day two with two more wickets lost during the third Test against Lord's on Friday. At the end of the day's play, India was 145/3, with Pant (19*) and Rahul (53*) unbeaten.

2025-07-11T21:05:00.577243+00:00 IST

Bumrah refrains from giving statement on ball change

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah held his tongue from making a controversial statement about the frequent Dukes ball change, which remained in the spotlight during the second day of the third Test against England at Lord's, which could lead to a deduction in his match fees.

2025-07-11T21:04:40.923762+00:00 IST

Shubman Gill topples yet another Virat Kohli record

Shubman Gill, who has developed an appetite for breaking milestones, continued with the trend and added another feather to his cap by shattering batting mainstay Virat Kohli's record for most runs by an Indian captain in a Test series in England.

2025-07-11T20:09:51.038471+00:00 IST

"Surface quite slow, turgid...": Root after day two of play

A fighting half-century from KL Rahul and the return of wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as a batter following a finger injury were key positives as Team India ended day two with two more wickets lost during the third Test against Lord's on Friday. At the end of the day's play, India was 145/3, with Pant (19*) and Rahul (53*) unbeaten. They trail by 242 runs.

2025-07-11T18:40:11.382227+00:00 IST

Italy script history, qualify for T20 World Cup 2026

Italy made history after securing qualification for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, despite losing to the Netherlands at The Hague on Friday

2025-07-11T17:56:39.825972+00:00 IST

KL's fifty, Pant's return positives as India end at 145/3 (Day 2)

At the end of the day's play, India was 145/3, with Pant (19*) and Rahul (53*) unbeaten. They trail by 242 runs.

2025-07-11T17:47:16.978357+00:00 IST

ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier: Scotland knocked out

This was Jersey's first win against Scotland, and it could not have come at a better time with a World Cup berth at stake.

2025-07-11T17:12:47.568893+00:00 IST

England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith joins exclusive club

Young prodigy Jamie Smith became just the third England wicketkeeper to hammer 400 runs in a Test series, joining former stars Alec Stewart and Les James after dazzling on the second day of the third game against India at Lord's on Friday.

2025-07-11T16:57:34.366288+00:00 IST