Abhishek Nayar, after his departure from the Indian cricket team’s coaching staff, has rejoined Kolkata Knight Riders as a mentor in the IPL. He’s also taken on a mentorship role with the UP Warriorz in the WPL, aiming to cultivate a winning culture. Nayar highlighted the significant progress in women’s cricket, noting the increased power…
Mohammed Siraj’s stellar performance in the fifth Test against England propelled him to a career-best 15th position in the ICC Test rankings. His nine-wicket haul helped India level the series. In other rankings updates, Matt Henry reached a career-best fourth, while Joe Root strengthened his top batting position.
Following Mohammed Siraj’s stellar performance at The Oval, Virat Kohli’s sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, lauded his efforts in India’s victory against England. Siraj, the series’ leading wicket-taker, received praise from Virat Kohli and a warm welcome upon his return to Hyderabad. His crucial nine-wicket match haul at The Oval secured a narrow win for India,…
The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy concluded in a 2-2 draw, marked by the controversial handshake refusal by Jadeja and Sundar in the fourth Test. Sachin Tendulkar has strongly defended the Indian team’s decision, emphasising the strategic advantage of tiring out England’s bowlers before the crucial fifth Test. He lauded Sundar’s adaptability and reiterated his full support for…
Sanju Samson will remain with Rajasthan Royals. He will not be traded before the 2026 Indian Premier League. Recent speculation linked him to Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings. Rajasthan Royals have decided to retain Samson. He is an integral part of the team. Samson is also the captain. He aims for a strong…
Following Mohammed Siraj’s impressive performance in England, RP Singh cautioned against overworking him, emphasising the need for careful workload management akin to Jasprit Bumrah to prevent potential burnout. Singh highlighted Siraj’s indispensable role and partnership with Bumrah, advocating for strategic team selections and like-for-like injury substitutions to maintain team balance and player well-being.
D Harika, India’s No. 2 female Grandmaster, balances her chess career with motherhood, finding joy in playing the Chennai Grand Masters tournament close to home, allowing her to spend time with her two-year-old daughter, Hanvika.
Mohammed Siraj’s fiery spirit defined India’s drawn Test series in England. Overlooked, misjudged, and trolled, he rose through relentless spells, emotional resilience, and raw hunger. From rubber slippers in Toli Chowki to nine SENA wins, Siraj’s journey is a testament to belief. At The Oval, he didn’t just take wickets — he emerged from Bumrah’s…
Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir’s coach-captain partnership has started strongly, drawing a challenging five-Test series in England. Gill’s leadership and Gambhir’s focus on team over individuals have instilled confidence in a young Indian side. With senior players retiring and Bumrah’s availability managed carefully, the team is looking ahead, potentially revisiting ODI leadership with Gill as…
The Chennai Grand Masters 2025 has been delayed by a day due to a fire at the Hyatt Regency, its venue. All players are safe and relocated. The tournament will now commence on August 7, with the first round on the original rest day.
