Cricket

Lauren Winfield-Hill joins Essex on loan from Yorkshire

Winfield-Hill, 34, has participated in more than 100 matches for her nation in Test, ODI, and T20 formats, and has competed in an additional 187 T20 matches globally, accumulating nearly 4,000 runs in that format.

2025-04-30T12:28:07.569975+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: CSK one loss away from registering unfortunate record

CSK, struggling at the last spot with two wins in nine games, will be welcoming PBKS at their home venue of Chepauk on Wednesday. PBKS is at fifth spot with five wins, three losses and a no result.

2025-04-30T11:24:44.249381+00:00 IST

Zimbabwe fast bowler blessed with rapid rankings rise  

Zimbabwe quick Blessing Muzarabani has been the big winner following the latest update to the ICC Men's Test Player Rankings, as per the official website of International Cricket Council (ICC).

2025-04-30T11:06:42.901031+00:00 IST

Arvinder Singh, on choosing Gill as captain over senior players

A huge shift came for this talented batter when he was appointed the captain of the Titans in 2024, with Hardik Pandya moving on.

2025-04-30T11:00:46.066660+00:00 IST

India tops Asian U-15 Boxing Championships medal tally with 25

The young Indian women secured 10 golds and four bronze medals across the 15 weight appearances, winning every title bout they contested in the finals on Tuesday, cementing their supremacy at the event.

2025-04-30T10:43:49.500085+00:00 IST

KL Rahul and former Indian players wish Rohit Sharma

Indian skipper and opener Rohit Sharma turned 38 on Wednesday, marking another year in a career that has witnessed some unmatched highs and traumatic lows, yet remains one of the greatest stories in Indian cricket.

2025-04-30T09:16:08.177649+00:00 IST

Nigam explains rationale behind DC's decision to bowl after toss

Delhi Capitals all-rounder Vipraj Nigam opened up about the bond he shares with his teammates and especially the franchise's premier spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Along with this, Vipraj explained the rationale behind their decision to bowl after winning the toss against Kolkata Knight Riders in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-04-30T09:14:11.227503+00:00 IST

Nair hasn't made most of second chance: Aakash Chopra

Former cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra believes Karun Nair hasn't "made the most of the second chance that cricket has given him" following his sub-par performance during Delhi Capitals' 14-run defeat against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders.

2025-04-30T09:04:03.239113+00:00 IST

Kuldeep not finishing his spell was missed opportunity: Ganga

Former West Indies cricketer Daren Ganga felt Delhi Capitals "missed" an opportunity by not using its premier wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav's last over in the first innings against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League.

2025-04-30T08:38:55.459184+00:00 IST

Love: Kuldeep, Rinku brush away rumours of rift after slap video

Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav and Kolkata Knight Riders southpaw Rinku Singh brushed away the rift rumours between them after a video went viral on social media where Kuldeep was seen slapping Rinku twice in the aftermath of the 14-run triumph for the defending champions.

2025-04-30T08:07:04.965944+00:00 IST

Varun Chakaravarthy on Raghuvanshi's innings against DC

Rahguvanshi was the highest run scorer for KKR against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.

2025-04-30T07:39:46.960624+00:00 IST

Pakistan set to host Bangladesh for five T20Is

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced that Pakistan will host Bangladesh for a five-match T20I series in May. The series is a part of the Future Tour Programme (FTP) and was initially slated for three ODIs and as many T20Is.

2025-04-30T06:57:37.307192+00:00 IST

KKR spinner Anukul Roy highlights the importance of preparation

He highlighted the support from senior KKR players like Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, who offer guidance on handling various match situations.

2025-04-30T06:43:57.269921+00:00 IST

IPL: KKR spinner Sunil Narine goes level for elusive T20 record

Kolkata Knight Riders leading spinner Sunil Narine levelled former England spinner Samit Patel's record for most wickets in men's T20 cricket for one team following his match-winning spell against Delhi Capitals in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

2025-04-30T06:18:17.500292+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Nigam assures DC will try to finish in top two

All-rounder Vipraj Nigam assured that following their two home defeats on the trot, Delhi Capitals will try to push for a comeback and try to land a spot in the top two of the standings in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-04-30T05:44:50.628034+00:00 IST

Rewinding the clock: Rohit's Sharma's record-shattering 264 vs SL

India's legendary opener Rohit Sharma, a modern-day colossus in white-ball cricket, turned 38 on Wednesday. The Indian 'Hitman' played numerous memorable knocks throughout his illustrious career, but one arguably stands above the rest: his whirlwind in 2014 against Sri Lanka, the famed 264 folklore.

2025-04-30T04:51:44.866201+00:00 IST

'Hitman' turns 38: Rohit's journey of patience, persistence

India's 'Hitman' Rohit Sharma, a modern-day white-ball legend, turned 38 on Wednesday. Since making his debut for the Indian team in Belfast on June 23, 2007, he has toppled several records across formats, establishing his legacy and serving as a beacon of inspiration for the next generation.

2025-04-30T03:57:18.314591+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Rahane's injury to be assessed by KKR medical staff

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane will be assessed by the franchise's medical staff to evaluate the severity of the injury he sustained during their 14-run triumph against Delhi Capitals, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-04-30T03:06:38.619149+00:00 IST

Rohit Sharma @ 38: 'Mumbai Cha Raja' who conquered world cricket

It was in June 2007, against Ireland, that a baby-faced 20-year-old Rohit burst onto the scene, displaying his immense potential and versatility with some impactful knocks during the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning campaign. Since then, the 'Hitman' has evolved into one of the bravest openers of all time, a tactical mastermind with a trophy cabinet worth envying, and the calm composure of a monk.

2025-04-29T22:39:55.831318+00:00 IST

Andre Russell on KKR's victory against DC on his birthday

A fightback from spinners Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy in the final moments assisted defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in returning to victory, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by 14 runs at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on Tuesday.

2025-04-29T20:55:23.516701+00:00 IST

"A champion bowler...": KKR skipper hails Narine after win vs DC

Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy unleashed their magic at the most perfect time possible, making DC collapse from 136/3 to 160/8 with a series of quick wickets during a 205-run chase at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite a fighting Vipraj Nigam cameo, DC was left 14 runs short of a victory and they continued their poor run at home.

2025-04-29T19:21:14.654701+00:00 IST