Cricket

Gwalior to host Madhya Pradesh League from June 12

The Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) is set to return for its latest season, commencing June 12 with matches being held in Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Shankarpur, Gwalior

2025-05-21T13:34:45.334900+00:00 IST

RCB stars unwind with Pickleball

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) players are enjoying their time off the field after securing a spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 playoffs. Ahead of their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), several team members were seen relaxing and bonding over a game of pickleball.

2025-05-21T09:38:34.562370+00:00 IST

ICC reveals record-breaking broadcast numbers

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday unveiled the staggering broadcast viewership figures attained across the globe following the memorable ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 held in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, according to a release from the ICC.

2025-05-21T09:12:51.444292+00:00 IST

Rajasthan Royals’ rising star Vaibhav Suryavanshi earns praise

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to shine in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, drawing high praise from Rajasthan Royals (RR) batting coach Vikram Rathour for his composed and impactful performances under pressure. Following Suryavanshi's latest knock of 57 off 33 balls against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Delhi, Rathour hailed the youngster's temperament and growth.

2025-05-21T07:47:23.041647+00:00 IST

Fleming impressed by Anshul Kamboj’s growth in IPL 2025

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming has lauded young seamer Anshul Kamboj for his progress and impact during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The right-arm quick has featured in seven matches so far this season, picking up five wickets and making a steady impression with his control and pace.

2025-05-21T07:11:34.834944+00:00 IST

First-class cricket returns to Darwin after 19 years

First-class cricket is set to make a long-awaited return to Darwin after nearly two decades, with Australia A scheduled to face Sri Lanka A in a multi-format series this July. This will be the first time since 2006 that Darwin hosts a first-class match, when Australia A played Pakistan A and India A took on New Zealand A.

2025-05-21T06:35:55.644991+00:00 IST

Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen miss out as Pakistan name 16-player squad

Pakistan have unveiled a 16-player squad for their upcoming series, marking the beginning of Mike Hesson's tenure as head coach. This will be Hesson's first assignment since taking charge of the national team, according to the official website of ICC.

2025-05-21T05:02:52.221751+00:00 IST

DC owner Parth Jindal urges IPL to relocate clash against MI

With heavy rain expected in Mumbai, Delhi Capitals (DC) co-owner Parth Jindal has asked the Indian Premier League (IPL) to shift their crucial match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Wednesday to another city. The game holds major importance for both teams in the playoff race, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-21T04:31:18.270002+00:00 IST

Steven Smith set for brief MLC 2025 stint with Washington Freedom

Steven Smith is likely to play a few matches for Washington Freedom in the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, in the short gap between Australia's World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa and their tour of the West Indies, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-21T04:09:39.480512+00:00 IST

KKR questions timing of IPL's extra time rule

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have criticized the Indian Premier League's (IPL) decision to allow 120 minutes of extra time for rain-affected league matches, calling it "ad hoc" and poorly timed. They believe this new rule could have helped them stay in the race for the playoffs if it had been introduced earlier, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-21T03:00:44.952257+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Rain likely to affect high-stakes MI-DC clash at Wankhe

Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are set to square off against each other at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, but the high-stakes fixture could be impacted by rain after the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Mumbai on Tuesday evening for the next four days.

2025-05-20T22:32:45.362234+00:00 IST

"Pretty good": Jaiswal following RR's win over CSK 

In pursuit of the 188-run target, the Royals got off to a brisk start with the young opening pair of Jaiswal and Suryavanshi tormenting Chennai bowlers by firing all cylinders. Out of the two southpaws, Yashasvi was the aggressor and unleashed a scathing attack on Khaleel Ahmed and Anshul Kamboj.

2025-05-20T22:07:52.022592+00:00 IST

Brevis' innings was very nice, he was taking chances: MS Dhoni

The 22-year-old player slammed 42 runs in just 25 balls at a whopping strike rate of 168 which was laced with three maximums and two boundaries. So far in the ongoing 18th edition of the cash-rich league, the batter has managed to smash 168 runs in five matches.

2025-05-20T20:15:46.029452+00:00 IST

RR skipper Samson predicts "bright" future for young bowlers

Rajasthan drew curtains on its shambolic campaign in the 18th season of the Indian Premier League on a positive note by orchestrating a six-wicket triumph at the high-scoring Arun Jaitley Stadium over Chennai Super Kings.

2025-05-20T20:15:14.116316+00:00 IST

Harbhajan played huge role in getting IPL 2025 Playoffs matches

The venues for the playoffs of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League were unveiled on Tuesday. According to the latest schedule, Qualifier 1 will be hosted in New Chandigarh on May 29, featuring the top two-ranked sides, followed by an engrossing Eliminator clash on May 30.

2025-05-20T19:32:51.177617+00:00 IST

Herschelle Gibbs to captain African Lions in ILC

Former South African batter Herschelle Gibbs will lead African Lions in the upcoming Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC), which will be played from May 27 to June 5 here at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida.

2025-05-20T18:08:46.007914+00:00 IST

Rajasthan end IPL campaign on a winning note

Vaibhav Suryavanshi and skipper Sanju Samson's blitzkrieg, topped up by Yashasvi Jaiswal's fiery start, sealed a six-wicket triumph with 17 balls to spare for Rajasthan Royals over Chennai Super Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-05-20T18:02:47.319356+00:00 IST

"Of course, there’s a bit of pressure...": DC bowling coach

The Delhi Capitals (DC) will look to return to winning ways as they take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in a must-win encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Wednesday

2025-05-20T17:20:42.013205+00:00 IST

T20 Blast champions Gloucestershire sign D'Arcy Short

With Short joining Gloucestershire, he will have the opportunity to play alongside his Western Australia teammate Cameron Bancroft. Short is a two-time Big Bash League Player of the Tournament and has earned 23 T20I caps for Australia between 2018 and 2020. He has experience playing in the T20 Blast, courtesy of his stints with Durham (2019) and Hampshire (2021).

2025-05-20T17:09:44.010022+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: CSK icon MS Dhoni blazes his way to 350 T20 sixes

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon MS Dhoni became the fourth Indian batter to smash 350 sixes in the T20 format during their fixture against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday in the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-05-20T16:35:42.608527+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: RR restrict CSK to 187/8 in 20 overs

An exceptional bowling performance from Rajasthan Royals (RR) right-arm speedsters Akash Madhwal and Yudhvir Singh restricted the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a total of 187/8 in their 20 overs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

2025-05-20T16:21:04.671999+00:00 IST