Cricket

Chase reveals mother's "ultimatum" helped him carry his cricket

Roston Chase, the newly crowned West Indies Test captain, revealed how an "ultimatum he received from his mother during his initial phase of his career served as a "driving force" and helped carry his cricket to the "next level".

2025-05-20T15:30:25.989448+00:00 IST

“Few hiding places in T20 cricket”: RCB fielding coach

With the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) sealing their berth in the playoffs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, RCB fielding coach Richard Halsall believed fielding, while often overlooked, is the difference between winning and losing in modern cricket.

2025-05-20T15:30:05.264261+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to field against CSK

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson won the toss and decided to bowl against Chennai Super Kings in their final fixture of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

2025-05-20T13:54:31.730435+00:00 IST

MCA reschedules T20 Mumbai League 2025 from June 4 to 12

The decision to reschedule the league was taken in view of the extended IPL 2025 season, which was impacted due to scheduling adjustments driven by national interest considerations.

2025-05-20T13:33:26.230472+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: RCB-SRH game shifted; new venues announced for playoffs

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on May 23 has been shifted from M. Chinnaswamy Staium to Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

2025-05-20T13:00:49.850159+00:00 IST

Shahrukh Khan enchanted by GT top-order performances

Gujarat Titans batter Shahrukh Khan hailed the "consistent" Jos Buttler and believes that for the middle order, "it is a treat to watch" the former England captain coming behind the opening pair of skipper Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan.

2025-05-20T12:58:36.547458+00:00 IST

Overseas quartet set to join Punjab Kings on Tuesday

Punjab Kings' (PBKS) star-studded overseas quartet of Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis, Aaron Hardie and Kyle Jamieson are arriving in India and set to link up with the franchise on Tuesday, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-20T12:04:06.856528+00:00 IST

Beach kabaddi explained

Diu (Daman and Diu) [India] May 20 (ANI): Beach kabaddi is looking to leave a long-lasting impression on the Khelo India Beach Games 2025 in Diu.

2025-05-20T09:39:52.730470+00:00 IST

UAE captain Waseem reflects on their win against Bangladesh

After challenging Bangladesh in the first T20I of the three-game series, UAE went one better and stunned the Tigers in the second encounter by two wickets, thus tying the series 1-1.

2025-05-20T08:42:54.231715+00:00 IST

MI signs Bairstow, Richard Gleeson, Charith Asalanka

Jacks had returned to India ahead of MI's final two group-stage games but will be unavailable for the season's conclusion due to international duty. With England's home ODI series against West Indies starting from May 29, clashing with the rescheduled knockout stage.

2025-05-20T06:31:29.151988+00:00 IST

Rathi suspended for a match, Abhishek Sharma fined

This was his third Level 1 offence under Article 2.5 this season and hence, he has accumulated two Demerit Points, in addition to three Demerit Points he had accumulated earlier - One Demerit Point against Punjab Kings on April 01, 2025 and two Demerit Points against Mumbai Indians on April 04, 2025.

2025-05-20T05:55:35.185603+00:00 IST

Vettori hails SRH batting line up

He praised Abhishek Sharma's role in setting up the innings and commended the team for their ability to adapt to the conditions, understand their roles, and secure a comfortable victory.

2025-05-20T05:40:51.519250+00:00 IST

Melbourne Stars announces a two year extension for their coach

Moores, who took over the side in BBL|13, recently led the Stars to their first finals appearance in five years after winning five consecutive games to finish the regular season. A two-time coach of England and with experience coaching all over the world, Moores will continue in his role until at least the end of BBL 16.

2025-05-20T04:35:56.833448+00:00 IST

We were 15 runs short: Mitchell Marsh after LSG's loss to SRH

He acknowledged that the SRH executed their bowling strategy effectively, potentially leaving LSG 15 runs short on a batting-friendly pitch.

2025-05-20T03:46:14.179361+00:00 IST

Thailand, Nepal progress to ICC Women’s T20 WC Global Qualifier

The teams were featured in a Super Three contest along with the UAE, which would've seen the top two sides in the group make it to the Global Qualifier. Nepal completed the chase of UAE's 114 in the final over to seal their progress on Monday, joining Thailand who also secured their path to the next round.

2025-05-20T03:18:59.806101+00:00 IST

Curtis Campher, Craig Young ruled out of three-game series

Injury has forced Ireland to make two late changes to their squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series at home against the West Indies.

2025-05-20T02:40:11.935746+00:00 IST

It is time for Mahi to rest: Joginder Sharma

Speculations have been going around about Dhoni's future in the cash-rich Indian Premier League after the five-time champions crashed out of the race to the playoffs following a shambolic campaign in the 18th season.

2025-05-19T20:23:47.648647+00:00 IST

Virat's fitness doesn't indicate that this was time: Joginder

Just over a month before India's high-stakes tour of England, batting maestro Virat bid adieu to the Test format with a heartfelt note on Instagram last Monday, days after his long-time compatriot Rohit retired from the format. While looking at the future, he admitted their departure has left a void, but bench strength suggests India will recover from the massive loss.

2025-05-19T19:54:19.872014+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Pat Cummins hails Eshan Malinga as "huge asset" for SRH

Eshan's two-wicket spell was one of the highlights for SRH as they managed to spoil LSG's party by eliminating them from the playoffs. Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen's quickfire knocks helped SRH chase down 206 set by LSG, condemning the hosts to their seventh loss of the season.

2025-05-19T19:51:40.072770+00:00 IST

"Its all good...": SRH's Abhishek on altercation with Digvesh

SRH, already eliminated from the tournament, also took down LSG from the playoffs race, with Abhishek's quickfire fifty playing a crucial role in handing the hosts their seventh loss of the season.

2025-05-19T19:51:09.262526+00:00 IST

"Digvesh has come up nicely for us...": LSG skipper Pant hails uncapped spinner as "positive" for 2025 season

LSG's IPL 2025 journey came to an end, leaving Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI) for the final playoff spot following SRH's six-wicket win over the hosts at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium on Monday. So far, Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings have made it to the playoffs.

2025-05-19T19:50:31.435540+00:00 IST