Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to return for the opening ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, sparking immense fan excitement. Their intense practice sessions, including a viral clip of Rohit’s playful wink at Kohli, highlight their camaraderie and competitive spirit. This series is crucial for India to bounce back after their Test series…
The three-match ODI series against South Africa begins on Sunday in Ranchi, with the remaining fixtures scheduled in Raipur on Wednesday and Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Rohit enters the series in solid touch, having scored a century and a fifty in the recent ODI series against Australia, including his 33rd ODI ton in Sydney. Kohli, after…
Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov, at 19, became the youngest FIDE World Cup champion, mirroring India’s Divya Deshmukh, also 19, who achieved the same feat in the Women’s World Cup. While both were lower seeds, Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri suggests their wins are coincidental, attributing them to the unpredictable nature of short match formats rather than a…
Australia, Dubai, England, Dubai, and again Australia. In the last 12 months, Ajit Agarkar has been a constant figure on India’s overseas tours. He even had fellow selector SS Das on two tours. Except the same appearance consistency hasn’t been followed for Ranji Trophy matches. The former India cricketer had been accused of not watching…
Despite facing career-threatening injuries and two surgeries, Abhishek Reddy’s unwavering determination fueled his return to cricket. A remarkable 247 in the Ranji Trophy against Jharkhand marked his triumphant comeback, proving his enduring passion. Inspired by Sachin Tendulkar, Reddy’s journey highlights resilience and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.
India’s Test cricket legacy is rapidly declining, particularly at home, as the focus shifts to white-ball glory from junior levels. This prioritization of T20 and ODI formats has led to a neglect of red-ball skills, with junior selectors and players alike prioritizing white-ball success, impacting the development of Test specialists.
Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov, a 19-year-old, became the youngest World Cup winner, securing a spot in the 2026 Candidates. India, hosting the event after 23 years, saw its 24 players fail to reach the top three qualifying spots. The article explores the knockout format’s challenges, home advantage pressures, and the impact of chess engines on creativity.
The Women’s Premier League auction kicked off with a bang as Deepti Sharma fetched a massive Rs 3.2 crore, with UP Warriorz securing her via RTM. Sophie Devine also commanded a Rs 2 crore bid from Gujarat Giants. The fourth WPL season starts January 9, with matches in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara, advanced to accommodate…
Ravichandran Ashwin criticised Rishabh Pant’s reckless batting after India’s series loss to South Africa. Ashwin highlighted Pant’s natural talent but urged him to take responsibility, stating that ultra-attacking play isn’t always appropriate. He also expressed disappointment in the team’s lack of fight and accountability.
