Shubman Gill captained India at home for the first time, revealing a consistent Test XI strategy. The team prioritises batting depth and all-rounders, now including Kuldeep Yadav for home conditions. This approach, featuring six bowling options, aims to establish a secure template, moving past the era of five specialist bowlers.
India boycotted the Asia Cup 2025 trophy presentation, refusing to accept it from PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Naqvi reportedly departed with the trophy, leaving India to celebrate without it. Former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali criticized India’s “third-rate” actions, supporting Naqvi. India’s captain emphasized their championship status mattered more than the physical trophy, adding new tension…
Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi advised Mohsin Naqvi to relinquish either his PCB chairmanship or Interior Ministry role, stressing Pakistan cricket’s critical need for undivided focus. Afridi noted Naqvi’s multiple high-profile positions, which he believes hinder dedicated attention to the sport, especially following the team’s poor showings in the 2025 Champions Trophy and Asia Cup.
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, 38, surprisingly went unsold at the ILT20 2025 auction in Dubai, despite his USD 120,000 base price. His snub shocked many, given his stellar career and recent retirement from international and IPL cricket, which had made his availability a significant talking point. This unexpected turn of events has left many…
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi fiercely refuted claims of apologising to BCCI regarding the Asia Cup trophy, accusing Indian media of “fabricated propaganda.” This controversy stems from India’s refusal to accept the trophy from Naqvi after their victory, citing geopolitical tensions. Reports indicate Naqvi initially avoided acknowledging India’s triumph, leaving the champions without their prize and…
Team India captain Shubman Gill has hinted at playing an extra seamer in Ahmedabad’s first Test against West Indies, citing overcast conditions. He described the quick turnaround from the Asia Cup as a mental challenge and warned West Indies of “tough cricket.” Gill emphasized the importance of wickets offering opportunities for both batters and bowlers.
Three phone calls changed Shubman Gill’s destiny — one from Steven Smith, another from Kane Williamson, and the most defining, from Sachin Tendulkar. It was the God of cricket’s stern advice that forced Gill to shed his ego, tweak his technique, and script one of the greatest batting series ever by an Indian captain in…
The Pakistan Cricket Board has suspended all foreign T20 league NOCs for its players following their Asia Cup final defeat to India. This drastic move impacts key stars like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi, reportedly to encourage focus on domestic cricket.
